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Assisted living costs in Highland Lakes average about $7,501 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 396 communities in Highland Lakes. Our detailed directory has 7498 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 Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Hillsdale East
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I would have to say the kindness shown to the residents is what made a Positive and Lasting impression on my Mom and I. [name removed] and [name removed] are spectacular. We understand they are there to do 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.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Hillsdale East offers retirement living in a white-picket-fence home settled amidst a charming residential neighborhood. This charming community offers holistic memory care and respite care options in Hillsdale’s east side. Surrounded by tall trees, this cozy home...
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We are very happy, no place is perfect, works well for my Mom Based on the experience we have had so far, we would 100% recommend Promenade at Blue Hill to other families
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.
Seniors live happily, in comfort and with dignity at our family owned and operated, state-of-the art dual-care community. For many, it's like being home; for others, it's even better. Natural light, indoor and outdoor courtyards and walking paths, and specially planned activities and services —...
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66 Floor plans available
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Overall, Sunrise is a very nice long term facility for Assisted Living & for Memory Care. The facility is beautiful & nicely decorated. It looks like a big mansion from the outside & on the inside Assisted...
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.
Ideally located just down the road from the Village Green in Summit, New Jersey, and only 20 miles from Manhattan, Sunrise of Summit provides highly personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in a bright, cheerful, and modern atmosphere. Our community...
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It's beautiful and well manicured. The service is impeccable. They take extremely good care of my mother and look after her medical and personal needs. I recommend Brandywine as a substitute if one is not...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Brandywine Summit blends small-town charm with the convenience of big-city access, creating a community where peace of mind, personalized care, and meaningful connection come together effortlessly. Nestled in the heart of vibrant Summit, New Jersey, residents enjoy the best of both worlds—just...
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I am currently a resident at Bethany Residence and so far my experience here has been great. The staff and the other residents are great. It's great to communicate with nice people. Also, [Name removed] is a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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 Westchester County just five minutes from the Connecticut border in the center of area schools, shopping and other attractions, Benchmark at Mount Pleasant is committed to helping seniors stay connected to who and what matters most to them.Assisted living services with enhanced...
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Studio room, prices are all inclusive. I would recommend to others, Medicaid beds immediate availability (no 2 year pay down wait)
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.
Amber Court of Elizabeth offers comfortable, caring and affordable Assisted Living choices for seniors. We are located in the thriving downtown area of Elizabeth. We are near many urban conveniences, such as restaurants, shopping, banking, entertainment, and much more. Major highways and public...
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I recently attended a Sunday brunch at The Kensington while visiting a friend’s mom and was so impressed. The community was immaculate, the staff were warm and welcoming, the food was excellent, and the live...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
At The Kensington, Our Promise to love and care for your family as we do our own is at the heart of what we do. We are an enhanced assisted living, and memory care residence located in the heart of White Plains, NY! It is the realization of a vision of passionate leaders in the senior living...
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"Most" are genuinely caring and attentive. The staff help me through the entire process and made me feel comfortable with the general.
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.
At Brandywine Middlebrook Crossing, every day feels like it was designed just for you. Nestled in the heart of Bridgewater, New Jersey, our community blends the warmth of home with the ease of hotel-style living—where care is always close by, and joy is always on the calendar. Whether you're...
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Photo of Grace Park Seniors Living Well
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The food is a 4 to a 5. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. Could use some new activities perhaps to change things up. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we...
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.
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Photo of Gallagher Home
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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.
Surrounded by shady, tall trees in a family-friendly neighborhood, Gallagher Home is close to many local amenities that make running errands and continuing personal care convenient. With grocery stores, pharmacies, banks, and fitness centers all in the area, seniors can take care of their...
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Photo of Courtyard Luxury Senior Living
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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.
At Courtyard Luxury Senior Living, we’ve reimagined senior living to focus on enhancing every aspect of daily life.Conveniently located in the picturesque town of Clinton, NJ, everything in our community was designed with residents in mind, from the layout of the apartments to the daily...
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Photo of Briarwood Senior Living
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After caring for my mother for years, I came to the time that I could no longer do so. Mom was at a facility near our home until we moved. We found Briarwood, again close to our new home, and knew it was...
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.
At Briarwood Senior Living we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our number one goal is to put your safety and comfort at the top of our list. Our attention to detail and desire to please will never go unnoticed. Our highly trained staff are available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days...
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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.
Boulevard ALP is conveniently located in Fresh Meadows, Queens and is a Medicaid funded facility for residents 65 and older. We offer private rooms (studios, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom suites) with kitchenettes and private bathrooms/shower. (3) Kosher meals daily, recreational activities, Personal...
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Photo of Edgehill, a CCRC
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Lovely apartment, very Welcoming staff and residents, excellent food- but inadequate gym and activity space. I certainly recommend this residence- very well located, one hour by train to New York City, near...
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.
Edgehill, a lifecare community by Benchmark Senior Living is conveniently located on the border of Stamford and Greenwich. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Nursing Care. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality and...
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Photo of Brandywine The Savoy by Monarch
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We are very satisfied with them. The staff are very kind, they like their jobs, and that goes a long way, there is a lot of love in the care they provide. Also their basic package offers mediation...
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.
Where city energy meets neighborhood charm, Brandywine The Savoy offers a lifestyle full of connection, comfort, and something to look forward to every day. Located in the leafy Little Neck neighborhood on the Queens–Long Island border, our community offers a peaceful, suburban-style setting just...
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My wife was transferred to Bristal from another Memory-care organization. The best decision i ever made. If I was aware of this facility it would have been my first choice. Place is clean, spacious and staff...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
At The Bristal at Lake Success, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. Free resident parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized...
Photo of The Regency at Glen Cove
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The food is the best part according to my loved one. They are the most reasonably priced. My familiy looked at other places, and picked this one because of the faciltiy and people. The people that run it are...
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.
The Regency at Glen Cove is an assisted living residence providing a nurturing environment for seniors. In our inclusive monthly fee, The Regency offers the amenities of home including large spacious accommodations, dining services, cable television, daily housekeeping (including fresh towels...
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Photo of Sunrise of Glen Cove
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The entire staff is friendly; my mom has become very comfortable. There are many activities to keep her busy. It's been a very positive experience.
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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As a nurse, I wanted my mom to be placed in a facility that had good nurses and overall care. I was blown away by how attentive the staff are, how kind and caring they all are. Even the support staff and the...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Brakeley Park Center is a small senior living community in Phillipsburg New Jersey. Our specialty is providing premier senior living services with a focus on individualized attention. Our small town is located where the Delaware and Lehigh Rivers meet so we are able to enjoy the delights of small...
Photo of Sunrise of Franklin Lakes
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My mom had a tough adjustment to her new home, but everyone at Sunrise helped with making her feel at home. Everyone from the staff is so nice and were so patient with my mom. They did everything they...
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 residential area of Bergen County, just 30 minutes from New York City, Sunrise of Franklin Lakes provides the very best in personalized care and services to seniors—including assisted living and memory care—in elegant surroundings. Our community is close to the...
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I believe the fact that they specialize entirely in memory care makes a huge difference. At other facilities memory care residents can feel like second-class citizens compared to the other residents -- we...
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.
At Artis, we help people living with dementia achieve the essential human need for purpose, belonging, and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life. By “Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today,” we create safer, more connected, more celebrated lives.Our...
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Photo of Yorktown Assisted Living Residence
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Yorktown Assisted Living has all of the best aspects of a warm, loving and caring home. Residents' rave about the incredible quality of the cuisine. The list of activities is too long to list here but it...
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.
At Yorktown Assisted Living our mission is to provide personal care and the highest quality-of-life by partnering with residents and families to foster meaningful relationships. Our hand-picked staff are passionate about care and the people we care for, and are committed to supporting the...
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Photo of Mira Vie at Bridgewater
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Hello this is [name removed] and I love the Chelsea. They are very good and they have wonderful people working here everybody’s good and [removed] I guess. My favorite part is the activity room with all the...
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 Bridgewater, New Jersey, Mira Vie at Greenknoll is conveniently located in a peaceful, serene wooded area in Somerset County. Residents enjoy personalized assisted living services in private and semiprivate suites in a variety of attractive styles. Residents are welcome to participate...
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Photo of Sunrise of Westfield
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My only experience is with memory care unit. I would rate the unit as a 5 on my limited visits due to geographic proximity. My loved one is being treated well and communication is good. They seem to have...
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.
(Please add to bottom of description)Sunrise of Westfield is not licensed for Medicaid.
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Cost of assisted living in Highland Lakes, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Highland Lakes is $7,501 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newton, NJ with an average of $7,286 per month.

Assisted living costs in Highland Lakes, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Highland Lakes, NJ
$7,501/mo
$7,468/mo

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

Highland Lakes, NJ
$7,501/mo
U.S. national average
$4,723/mo

Assisted living costs in Highland Lakes, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,501/mo
$7,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Highland Lakes, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,513/mo
Private
$5,733/mo
Studio
$8,085/mo
1 Bedroom
$12,970/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,582/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,540/mo

Senior living costs in Highland Lakes 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: Highland Lakes, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHighland Lakes, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$7,501/mo$7,674/mo$4,723/mo
Memory Care$7,612/mo$7,748/mo$4,979/mo
Independent Living$7,155/mo$6,753/mo$4,181/mo
Assisted Living
Highland Lakes, NJ:$7,501/mo
New Jersey:$7,674/mo
U.S.:$4,723/mo
Memory Care
Highland Lakes, NJ:$7,612/mo
New Jersey:$7,748/mo
U.S.:$4,979/mo
Independent Living
Highland Lakes, NJ:$7,155/mo
New Jersey:$6,753/mo
U.S.:$4,181/mo
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Assisted living costs in Highland Lakes, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Highland Lakes 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 Highland Lakes, NJ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Highland Lakes 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
Highland Lakes, NJ$7,659/mo$7,302/mo+4.9%
New Jersey$7,302/mo$6,906/mo+5.7%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Highland Lakes, NJ
2024 average cost:$7,659/mo
2023 average cost:$7,302/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$7,302/mo
2023 average cost:$6,906/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Highland Lakes, 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 Highland Lakes.

What families are saying about assisted living in Highland Lakes

Recent reviews for assisted living in Highland Lakes

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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Promenade at Tuxedo Place in Tuxedo Park, NY

4.3
Activities are abundant. The staff is friendly and helpful. I'm not sure that the nursing side of things are up to par though. My mom became ill and I felt as though they were really just blaming her age for her issues and did not notice the drastic changes in her. The doctor was not readily ...
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Lakeside Residential Care Home Inc. in Oak Ridge, NJ

4.0
Under new ownership, the changes are noticeable almost immediately. substantial upgrades and repairs made on the building in the last few months since new owners took control. New roof, bathrooms installed, painting and landscaping to name a few. Staff is very friendly and attentive. Nice ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Engaging social activities. Many residents praise the variety and frequency of social activities offered at their communities, such as movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and singing sessions. At Juniper Village at Paramus, for example, there's always something going on that keeps residents busy and engaged. ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff in their communities. At Belle Reve Senior Living Community, for instance, the staff is described as compassionate and caring, while at Sunrise of Madison, the team is noted for their friendly and loving demeanor.
Access to outdoor spaces. Residents enjoy having access to outdoor areas, such as gardens, walking trails, and courtyard patios, which offer opportunities for fresh air, exercise, and relaxation. At Mt. Arlington Senior Living, for example, the community's beautiful outdoor spaces are routinely praised in reviews.
Personalized care plans. Customized care plans catering to individual residents' needs are essential for many families. At The Delaney of Bridgewater, for example, the team works closely with residents and their loved ones to create personalized plans that ensure the best possible care and quality of life.
Delicious and varied meals. A popular feature in many reviews is the quality and variety of meals served at their communities. At Van Dyk Park Place, for instance, families appreciate the chef's accommodations for dietary restrictions and individual preferences, while at Atria Cranford, residents look forward to mealti ...
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Comfortable and clean living spaces. Cleanliness and comfort are key concerns for families when choosing a senior living community. At The Residence at Basking Ridge, for example, the rooms and common areas are kept very clean, and at The Landing of Poughkeepsie, the apartments are described as spacious and filled with light.
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Highland Lakes review score based on 1,555 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1555 reviews of 365 Highland Lakes assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Highland Lakes 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

Highland Lakes review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Highland Lakes 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 1,555 reviews of 365 Highland Lakes assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Highland Lakes 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.
Highland Lakes, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.0
Friendliness
4.2
4.1
Care services
3.9
3.7
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.6
Activities
3.7
3.6
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Highland Lakes assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highland Lakes assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highland Lakes, 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 Highland Lakes 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 Highland Lakes that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Highland Lakes, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.5%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.4%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.1%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Highland Lakes 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 Highland Lakes Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Highland Lakes, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.4%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.8%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Highland Lakes 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 Highland Lakes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Highland Lakes, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.9%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
53.2%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.9%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Highland Lakes 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 Highland Lakes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Highland Lakes, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
41.1%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highland Lakes 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 Highland Lakes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Highland Lakes, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.3%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.1%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.7%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.8%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.7%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.2%
38.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.9%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
53.7%
47%
Dances
Dances
41.4%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Highland Lakes

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 Highland Lakes protect seniors.
Learn about New Jersey assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Arden Courts Wayne, A Memory Care Community, Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community and Atria Forest Hills are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Highland Lakes, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 396 assisted living facilities near Highland Lakes, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Highland Lakes, New Jersey are Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, Atria Forest Hills and Twin Cedar Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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