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Assisted living costs in Hamden average about $6,516 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 573 communities in Hamden. Our detailed directory has 12417 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.

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Photo of The Delaney at The Green
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The facilities that they found for my MIL were nice and they were varied. So there are choices that fit your personality and needs. They are very accommodating, service oriented, wonderful facilities,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
The Delaney at The Green is an exceptional senior living community nestled in the charming town of Florham Park, New Jersey. Designed to provide a luxurious and vibrant lifestyle for seniors, this community offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and personalized care.The Delaney boasts a...
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Photo of Renaissance Home Forks
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8.5
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All would get a 5 except activities. The activities director is great and she does a good job but there is nothing to do on weekends or evenings and no church services. The facility is less fancy than most...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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.
Welcome to Renaissance Home, Forks! We provide Personal Care and Independent living options for you or your loved one. We provide a variety of room sizes to fit your budget and needs including one two room suite that can be used for personal care or independent living. Our 24/7 staff consisting...
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Photo of The Bristal at Somerset
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I would recommend Bristal. Good staff to resident ratio most days. Security is excellent, with cameras, ankle bracelets and locking suite doors.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Photo of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Princeton
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What we like the most about the community is that the atmosphere and friendliness of the staff. The great care my mom is receiving. We would definitely recommend the community to other families based on the...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Princeton is dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia in a secure, safe home setting. We believe, and research and experience support the notion that a small intimate home setting is the best environment to provide a supportive...
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Photo of Meadow Glen at Phoebe Richland
55 Photos available
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[name removed] and his team made the move-in process as simple and easy as it could be for our circumstances. The staff has been very supportive in helping our senior acclimate to the new environment. [name...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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8.5
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I am very happy with Floral Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center. They've just had a major change of personnel, so I'm hoping that once the dust settles they get back to some of their events that everyone...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Centerpiece of our approach is to create pleasant days for our residents. We believe no two people are alike, so the services and attention we provide should never be exactly the same. Providing comfort and security in a specially designed environment that looks and feels like home is part of...
Photo of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at South River
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This was the first facility I toured and left knowing it was the right fit for my father. All my questions were answered fully and I could wander around as I wished. The ability for the residents to go...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at South River is dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia in a secure, safe home setting. We believe, and research and experience support the notion that a small intimate home setting is the best environment to provide a supportive...
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Photo of South Mountain Memory Care
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Mom was only there for 4 months. She passed away after a cancer diagnosis in October. The director and nurses were extremely kind and kept me informed of issues with mom's health & welfare. The entire...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
South Mountain Memory Care was built on the “Small House” concept. This concept has been found to be most the most successful environment for those with memory issues in that it creates a sense of home, confidence of surroundings, and ultimately happiness with residents.Research indicates that...
Photo of Spring Hills Livingston
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I thought they did a good job of getting [name removed] out and about from her room. At some point there were no hand soap in the bathrooms which is a HUGE problem in senior home. Staff said supply issues...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Spring Hills Livingston, in Livingston, NJ is where lifestyle meets luxurious living! Our amenities and first-class senior living community offers independent living, assisted living services and memory care…that’s as personalized and unique as the legacy of Spring Hills. Our Livingston, NJ...
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Photo of Brandywine Governor's Crossing by Monarch
99 Photos available
1818 Floor plans available
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When considering a community your objectives should be: 1) Care offered by facility tailored to your needs..... they are flexible 2) Staff seniority do they have longevity.... speaks volumes to management...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Imagine a place where each morning brings a warm welcome, and every detail is designed for ease, comfort, and joy. At Brandywine Governor’s Crossing, nestled on the edge of Englishtown, vibrant days and meaningful connections come naturally—surrounded by charm, convenience, and a true sense of...
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Photo of Millennium Memory Care of Holmdel
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When caring at home no longer possible or safe The millinum memory care was a perfect fit. The staff is very caring and loving,they engage with the residents and they are all called by their name The home...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Coming Soon! We are currently building this new home and will be open in 2016! Check back for details.
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Photo of Brandywine Colts Neck by Monarch
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66 Floor plans available
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My Mother in-law was a resident at Brandy wine Colts Neck. From the front desk to the caregivers, everyone was professional and attentive to the residents. The facility is clean and well maintained, with a...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine by Monarch Communities. We have individual suites with spacious floor plans that include a variety of memory care amenities. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.With on-site–not–on–call...
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8.5
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Everyone who works here really seems to care about my mother’s well being. The staff is always smiling and asking how she is doing. They want to make sure she is happy and satisfied with her living...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Brighton Gardens provides assisted living in an elegant residential environment. We deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Sunrise Principles of Service, we afford families peace-of-mind by providing our residents with...
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Photo of Crescent Fields at Huntingdon Valley
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Everyone is super friendly but you have to be willing to speak up when you need something, whether it's that your food is cold ( which sometimes happens) or your laundry needs to be done or you need to see...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
Life at Crescent Fields at Huntingdon Valley is vibrant and active, just like you. Offering independent living, personal care, and memory care senior living solutions, Crescent Fields gives an all-inclusive approach to senior living with amenities and services designed to make life a little...
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Photo of Millennium Memory Care
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My grandma received the most wonderful care at Millennium Memory Care. The staff was not only professional but genuinely compassionate, treating her like family. The small, home-like setting made her feel...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Millennium Memory Care is an assisted living community in Monroe, Middlesex County, New Jersey. The community specializes in care for those with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. The spacious grounds offer ample opportunity for residents and their families to walk and enjoy nature. Each...
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Photo of Wesley Enhanced Living Upper Moreland
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My ratings are based on comparison with our lifestyle before entering Wesley Enhanced Loving (WEL). The biggest change was demographics: about 80% of the residents are women, and of those, about 60% or more...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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.
Wesley Enhanced Living Upper Moreland is a senior living community located in Hatboro, PA, which is a historical borough in Montgomery County and home to just over 7,000 people. Residents can enjoy relaxing in quiet parks, walking to local stores, and going out to restaurants. Wesley Enhanced...
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The staff is very attentive to the patients and I know my husband enjoys the meals being served. There are activities easy to follow for the patients that are interested in them.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
For more than 25 years, Lehigh Commons has been providing quality health care services in a comfortable and safe environment to our residents. Together, with our team of dedicated staff members, we are committed to providing customized care and attention that fosters independence in a respected...
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I cannot speak highly enough of the care and compassion I found at Peaceful Pines. I was drowning in a deeply stressful situation, urgently needing safe, caring place for my dad while out of state. My saving...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care at Peaceful Pines Residence (formerly Alcoeur Gardens)Peaceful Pines Residence, under new ownership, offers a nurturing and secure environment tailored to the needs of individuals with memory impairments, such as Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Previously known as Alcour...
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My mom loves the staff the residence that are there and she's just very happy. I did recommend it to my sister in laws mom and she is now there!
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Our property is located in the heart of the Pocono Mountains.  It has beautiful landscaped lawns with a courtyard and gazebo.  There is a scenic walking path which is handicap accessible.  There are plenty of parking spaces for residents' vehicles and for family and friends to...
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I would give the facility a score of five in all of the either categories. What we like the most about the community is the friendliness and competence of the staff team. Yes, we would recommend Symphony...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Situated in the heart of Lower Merion, Symphony Square at Bala is a suburban senior living community located near Lankenau Medical Center, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Jefferson University Hospital and HUP as well as Bala Cynwyd Shopping Center , King of Prussia Mall, Fairmount Park and Philadelphia...
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My mom and dad got a 2 bedroom on the Reminiscence (memory care) floor. He does not have memory issues. So I was very pleased that this was an option for them. Dad now has a full time set of care givers for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Located in the beautiful Borough of Shrewsbury and within easy reach of New York City, Sunrise of Shrewsbury provides the very best in personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in elegant surroundings. Our community is conveniently situated on Route 35...
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My mother and step father say every time I talk to them how nice everyone is from the person who cleans their room, to the people that serve the food even the head of maintenance and the security guard too ....
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
At Park Creek Place, a pet friendly senior living community, our goal is to offer our residents the opportunity to thrive in mind and body by providing compassionate assistance in their daily routine. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed...
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Staff was excellent- they listened and asked questions until they understood my needs and reacted professionally. Everyone was very caring in their approach which was very much appreciated!
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Country Home for Seniors of Morris Plains, New Jersey is pleased to inform you that we offer two types of services to the elderly population. One is Dementia/Alzehimer's care. We have private and semi-private rooms with a capacity for 17 residents. Since we are not a big institution, we...
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My mother was only a resident for 2 days - They are extremely kind and caring. I know my mother would have received excellent care here.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Welcome to Dresher Estates by Priority Life CareStep into the newly updated Dresher Estates, a vibrant Colonial-style community nestled in beautiful Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Our tastefully remodeled residence is surrounded by lush landscaping, welcoming courtyards, and flourishing gardens...
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The entire nursing staff is fantastic. The physical therapy and occupational therapy did the job ! Daddy was able to move out and continue his life. The staff from the kitchen is warm and loving. I don’t...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
The Villas is a boutique, luxury senior living community located in Manalapan, New Jersey that is uniquely focused on healthy living, flexible living options and highly coordinated care. The Villas has truly redefined the retirement experience.The Villas offers Independent Living, Assisted...
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Cost of assisted living in Hamden, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Hamden is $6,516 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Delaware Park, NJ with an average of $4,883 per month.

Assisted living costs in Hamden, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Hamden, NJ
$6,516/mo

Assisted living costs in Hamden, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Hamden, NJ
$6,516/mo
U.S. national average
$4,702/mo

Assisted living costs in Hamden, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,516/mo
$6,560/mo

Assisted living costs in Hamden, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,670/mo
Private
$6,200/mo
Studio
$6,850/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,107/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,952/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,400/mo

Senior living costs in Hamden vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Hamden, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHamden, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$6,516/mo$7,286/mo$4,702/mo
Memory Care$6,560/mo$7,351/mo$4,951/mo
Independent Living$5,971/mo$6,331/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Hamden, NJ:$6,516/mo
New Jersey:$7,286/mo
U.S.:$4,702/mo
Memory Care
Hamden, NJ:$6,560/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$4,951/mo
Independent Living
Hamden, NJ:$5,971/mo
New Jersey:$6,331/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
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Assisted living costs in Hamden, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hamden and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Hamden, NJ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Hamden have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Hamden, NJ$7,629/mo$7,342/mo+3.9%
New Jersey$7,309/mo$6,905/mo+5.9%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Hamden, NJ
2024 average cost:$7,629/mo
2023 average cost:$7,342/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$7,309/mo
2023 average cost:$6,905/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Hamden, 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 Hamden.

What families are saying about assisted living in Hamden

Recent reviews for assisted living in Hamden

Arbor Terrace Mountainside

5.0
The only helpful thing would be using Touchpoint to create the shopping list when supplies run out. I often get multiple calls a day when they run out of soap supplies. Really minor because of such great care and medical coordination. Very happy with the transparency and visibility, the ...
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The Terraces at Lawrence in Lawrenceville, NJ

5.0
I love the services that I get. Everyone is very kind. I've had nothing but great service I would absolutely recommend for people to come here.

Liza's House in Danielsville, PA

4.3
Pro Food is nutritious and prepared and served to please individuals...very accommodating for food and beverages. Welcoming environment Staff tends to be very pleasant and seem to care about the residents. Staff seems to know the residents. Staff members respond when concerns are brought to ...
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Hamden review score based on 2,800 family reviews

8.3
Review score507 facilities2800 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 2800 reviews of 507 Hamden assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hamden 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

Hamden review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Hamden, NJ507 facilities
8.3
High Bridge, NJ553 facilities

Review subcategories for Hamden 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 2,800 reviews of 507 Hamden assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Hamden 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.
Hamden, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Hamden assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hamden assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hamden, 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 Hamden 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 Hamden that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hamden, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.4%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.5%
52.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hamden 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 Hamden Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hamden, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.5%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.1%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hamden 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 Hamden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hamden, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.8%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.1%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
58.8%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.7%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.9%
17.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Hamden 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 Hamden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hamden, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
46.9%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hamden 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 Hamden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hamden, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
59.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.1%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.6%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.9%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.3%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.1%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.9%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
47%
Dances
Dances
42.2%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.8%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Hamden

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New Jersey assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Hamden protect seniors.
Learn about New Jersey assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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