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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Highland Park, NJ
Assisted living costs in Highland Park average about $6,917 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 28 communities in Highland Park. Our detailed directory has 488 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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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.
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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.
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 Highland Park, NJ
The average cost of senior living in Highland Park is $6,917 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of $6,860 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Highland Park, NJ vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Highland Park, NJ by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Highland Park, NJ
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What families are saying about assisted living in Highland Park
Recent reviews for assisted living in Highland Park
The Brielle in Staten Island, NY
5.0
The staff at the Brielle is very caring and attentive. They provide their residents with the assistance they need, activities, events, and good food.
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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Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange
4.6
My wife has been a resident with Alzheimer's for about three(3) years and her care has been excellent. All of the personal at every level are excellent.
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Friendly and responsive staff. Several reviews praise the friendly and attentive nature of the staff at various communities, such as Spring Hills Somerset, where they've had a positive experience with the management and business office, and the staff's flexibility and willingness to engage with residents. Staff members are ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, high-quality food is mentioned as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Maplewood at Princeton, the residents appreciate the various food choices and the social nature of mealtimes. At CareOne East Brunswick Assisted Living, the st ...
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Well-designed facilities and cleanliness. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting specifically on upkeep, like at The Heritage of Clara Barton and Maplewood at Princeton, where the facilities are described as beautiful, modern, and well-maintained. This attention to detail fosters a sense of prid ...
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Engaging social activities. Communities offer a variety of social activities to keep residents engaged and entertained. For example, at Maplewood at Princeton, residents can participate in book clubs, movie nights, games, and more. These activities help create a strong sense of community and encourage interaction among r ...
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Considerate and personalized care. Many reviews mention the caring and personalized care provided by staff, as seen at CareOne East Brunswick Assisted Living, where the care team addresses residents' needs and concerns promptly and with genuine concern. The care goes beyond just physical needs, providing emotional support and c ...
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Family oriented environment. Families are an integral part of the community experience. At Spring Hills Somerset, families are encouraged to be involved and stay informed, while at The Delaney of Bridgewater, the staff consistently communicates with families and responds promptly to their concerns. These family oriented ...
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Highland Park review score based on 96 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 96 reviews of 26 Highland Park assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Highland Park 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
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Review subcategories for Highland Park 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 96 reviews of 26 Highland Park assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Highland Park 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 Park, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Highland Park assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highland Park assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highland Park, 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 Park 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 Park 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
69.2%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69.2%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.2%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.1%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.3%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.1%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.1%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Highland Park 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 Park 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
73.1%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.7%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
76.9%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Highland Park 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 Park partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.7%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.5%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
61.5%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.5%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.6%
13.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Highland Park 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 Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.8%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
53.8%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highland Park 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 Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.2%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.7%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.4%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.3%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.5%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.4%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
65.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
46.2%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Highland Park
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 Highland Park protect seniors.
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