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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Cranbury, NJ
Assisted living costs in Cranbury average about $7,206 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 27 communities in Cranbury. Our detailed directory has 391 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Old Bridge, Levittown and Edison.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of assisted living in Cranbury, NJ
The average cost of senior living in Cranbury is $7,206 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pennington, NJ with an average of $6,113 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cranbury, NJ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cranbury, NJ vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cranbury vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Cranbury, NJ by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cranbury, NJ
Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Cranbury.
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VA benefits in New Jersey
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What families are saying about assisted living in Cranbury
Recent reviews for assisted living in Cranbury
All American Assisted Living at Hillsborough in Hillsborough Township, NJ
5.0
New Administration. hopefully it is a positive change. The Conseirge and [name removed} is very helpful. I always have positive experiences with them. Mom had positive mostly interactions with other clients, and some memory issues with a few, but that is why they ate in an Assisted Living ...
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Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Princeton
5.0
My sister entered FTMC in [date removed] -just as COVID was taking over the world. It was a painful and agonizing decision, but Fox Trail was incredibly helpful and encouraging from the beginning. The transition went so well, it felt like a miracle. My sister made a phenomenal adjustment and ...
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Sunrise of Lincroft
5.0
My mother has flourished at Sunrise of Lincroft. Her health and personal needs are provided for by a caring and kind staff and she can participate in a variety of activities that interest her and the other residents. The facility has a cozy home-like atmosphere. My mother is seen regularly by ...
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Cranbury review score based on 98 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 98 reviews of 25 Cranbury assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Cranbury review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Cranbury review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Cranbury assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 98 reviews of 25 Cranbury assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cranbury resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Cranbury, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Cranbury assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cranbury assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cranbury, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Cranbury assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Cranbury that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
72%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Cranbury assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Cranbury Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
76%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cranbury assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cranbury partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cranbury, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Cranbury assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cranbury communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cranbury, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
44%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cranbury assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Cranbury offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
64%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
64%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
44%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cranbury
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New Jersey assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Cranbury protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Marlboro, The Birches at Newtown and Oxford Crossings are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cranbury, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 27 assisted living facilities near Cranbury, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Cranbury, New Jersey are Sunrise of Marlboro, The Birches at Newtown and Oxford Crossings. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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