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Assisted living costs in Independence average about $5,063 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 406 communities in Independence. Our detailed directory has 9945 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Bridgewater, Basking Ridge and Denville.

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 Alexandria Manor Senior Living Centers
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The location is excellent. It's in a pretty part of town and it's close to where I live. Also, the only other options around here are either incredibly expensive or just terrible.
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.
Alexandria Manor is elegant, affordable and home like. - A safe and secure atmosphere - All CPR certified employees - Full sprinkler systems - Monthly fire drills - Proper ventilation and lighting - Pull Bell System in every bathroom - Department of Public Welfare — licensed - Certified in...
Photo of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Montville
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Fantastic job being done at Montville facility! The Whole Facility just runs smoothly and the staff... they are always working. Environment is cohesive and friendly. Very clean absolutely no " odors"
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 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 milieu based...
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The community is always immaculately clean. The staff is friendly. I have been to a lot of other communities and out of all of those places that I have seen, Brightview Warren is the nicest place in 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.
At Brightview Warren, we offer a variety of community features. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. All meals are provided to residents. We love to accommodate visiting guests, meals included. Dining includes...
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The head nurse, Marvin, is wonderful. He is very attentive and always available if needed. The activities staff is very patient with the memory care residents. They engage and encourage them to participate...
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.
Features and Amenities:Private Rooms with Private ShowersClinical Programs designed with a Person-Directed ApproachState-of-the-Art Rehabilitation Therapy:Aquatic Therapy Pool with underwater treadmillActivities of Daily Living (ADL) SuitePhysical, Occupational, & Speech Therapy7 days per...
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For the activities, I can't really give any opinions on this. My husband was bedridden and couldn't participate. My husband declined and Family Pillar's hospice care came in every day and care for him until...
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.
Alexandria Manor is elegant, affordable and home like. - A safe and secure atmosphere - All CPR certified employees - Full sprinkler systems - Monthly fire drills - Proper ventilation and lighting - Pull Bell System in every bathroom - Department of Public Welfare — licensed - Certified in...
Photo of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Green Brook
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Can’t rave enough about the care my loved one receives at Fox Trail. [name removed]and staff take care of his every need. Facility is immaculate. Meals are well prepared. Activities and entertainment are...
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 Green Brook 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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Alexandria Manor is a good place and it feels like home. They take great care of my loved one. The workers check on the frequently and is happy to be their and care for them. If he needed anything then they...
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.
Alexandria Manor is elegant, affordable and home like. - A safe and secure atmosphere - All CPR certified employees - Full sprinkler systems - Monthly fire drills - Proper ventilation and lighting - Pull Bell System in every bathroom - Department of Public Welfare — licensed - Certified in...
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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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Everyone at Cranes Mill from the doctors, nurses, and social services department, and aides attending to my husband were all friendly, courteous, attuned to his needs and did their very best to address...
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.
Photo of PM Residence at Bethlehem Manor Memory Care
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I was very happy with Bethlehem Manor. Bethlehem Manor memory care is no longer at the same location. The staff at the market Street location went above and beyond and being helpful and caring. [name...
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.
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Photo of Canterbury Village
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The community was clean anytime we would go see my loved one. The community was extremely friendly from the administration down to the janitor. Everyone was always smiling and always asking what...
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.
Established in 1921 in West Orange, NJ Canterbury Village is an experienced Assisted Living Residence. With only 53 residents we offer personalized assistance, support and healthcare services, available 24 hours a day. Our reasonable monthly service fee includes a spacious private studio with...
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We have had an excellent experience so far, the place is lovely and overall we are very pleased. Just like everybody else there are times where you can tell they are understaffed but they are still very...
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.
Since our beginning in the early 20th century as a not for profit community, we have provided a quality retirement experience. Now, as a Continuing Care Retirement Community, that retirement experience includes a gracious and elegant lifestyle augmented by highly professional staff, outstanding...
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Photo of Liza's House
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Home town setting the staff is nice and helpful the always there when need help they call when something is going on affordable lot better then a nurse if home residents are nice. For the money a good deal...
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.
From the moment you walk in our door you will want to call Liza's House Home.  Liza's House has a  warm and friendly environment that offers supervision and assistance with activities of daily living while encouraging our Residents to maintain or regain their functional abilities. ...
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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.
Graceland Gardens is a new cutting-edge concept in Assisted Living providing a true homelike environment in the newly built 23 suite ranch style mansion. Graceland Gardens offers bright, inviting one and two resident suites. Each suite is spacious, allowing plenty of room for the "personal...
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My mom joined the family of residents at The Lambertville Estate several months ago. In a word, I can only characterize the experience as “outstanding”. Of course, the decision to move our mom into a care...
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.
The Lambertville Estate is located in beautiful Lambertville, NJ. We sit on 20 acres of serene land, with trees all around and a creek right in our back yard.The Estate is an 11 bedroom contemporary home, with a max capacity of just 15 residents. Each room has it's own unique feel and the right...
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When my sister-in-law came to LNH she weighed 90 lbs and I was preparing for the end. She has suffered from dementia since [date removed]. She was in another facility that wouldn't accept her back from...
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.
Little Nursing Home is a rehabilitation center located in the beautiful township of Montclair, New Jersey, which is in Essex county. The area is very charming, and the residents will find that there is always something going on there. Whether the community band is playing at the high school, the...
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What stood out about this place is it felt like home, my grandmother totally fell in love with this place. The place was clean completely from top to bottom, the staff was excellent always received updates...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Photo of Horizon Manor South Residential Healthcare Facility
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The place is nice and clean but there are some issues with the morning staff. The owner is very old and is afraid to talk to them so they do whatever they want; they are rude and very disrespectful not only...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Horizon Manor South is located in beautiful Montclair, New Jersey. We are an assisted living community. We are well known for providing Alzheimer's care and short term care. Our main goal is to make your loved one feel right at home with our wonderful professional staff. The amenities we offer...
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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
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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Above and Beyond at the Knights has been a lifesaver for my dad. They are beyond amazing to him Not fancy if you want frills not the place if you want care then this is where you need to be.
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create...
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The community is usually clean. The staff is awesome and my dad loves them. He likes the activities they have available for the residents to participate in as well. We do think Hillcrest Residence At...
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 best of both worlds: independent living with friends close by. Hillcrest Residence independent living on Christian Health Care Center's campus in Bergen County, NJ, was created for seniors who are in good health and want to maintain their independence, but also find comfort in knowing that...
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They have been very accommodating to the specific & individual needs of each patient. They are very mom & pop shop-like vs a big organization with a factory-feel. They provide a very personalized experience...
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.
Branch Brook Park Manor is an exciting residential option for seniors who are in need of supportive, long term care. We have had the privilege of serving seniors and their families for over 30 years. We provide all of the comprehensive services of a larger facility while maintaining the ...
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My mother has dementia, but since being at Brandywine she is more active. She benefits from the daily routine. She gets help getting up and ready for the day. Always out of her room when I visit. She...
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 Princeton by Monarch, residents aren’t just cared for—they’re celebrated. Nestled in one of New Jersey’s most vibrant and culturally rich communities, our community offers the perfect balance of personalized support and independent living, just minutes from the charm of downtown...
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Our family member who is there now is very happy with the meals and dining service, but right now due to the covid restrictions the activities are pretty limited. We would recommend this community to others...
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.
Above All Senior Care is elegant, affordable and home like.- A safe and secure atmosphere- All CPR certified employees- Full sprinkler systems- Monthly fire drills- Proper ventilation and lighting- Pull Bell System in every bathroom- Department of Public Welfare — licensed- Certified in Personal...
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Photo of Carnegie Assisted Living
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Delivery of prescribed medications is excellent. Availability of nursing services is excellent. Aides are generally available but these assignments change. Sometimes it is difficult to find and talk to 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.
Carnegie Senior LivingExperience supreme senior living at Carnegie Senior living community — where comfort, connection, and care come together to feel just like home. Community residents enjoy an exquisite dining experience coupled with five star culinary excellence, thoughtfully designed newly...
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Cost of assisted living in Independence, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Independence is $5,063 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Panther Valley, NJ with an average of $5,063 per month.

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

Independence, NJ
$5,063/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,063/mo
$6,802/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,632/mo
Studio
$4,901/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,831/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,094/mo

Senior living costs in Independence 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: Independence, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIndependence, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$5,063/mo$7,748/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,802/mo$9,376/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,797/mo$4,407/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Independence, NJ:$5,063/mo
New Jersey:$7,748/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Independence, NJ:$6,802/mo
New Jersey:$9,376/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Independence, NJ:$3,797/mo
New Jersey:$4,407/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Independence, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Independence 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 average 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
Independence, NJ$4,901/mo$5,226/mo-6.2%
New Jersey$7,431/mo$7,121/mo+4.3%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Independence, NJ
2024 average cost:$4,901/mo
2023 average cost:$5,226/mo
Percent change:-6.2%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$7,431/mo
2023 average cost:$7,121/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Independence, 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 Independence.

What families are saying about assisted living in Independence

Recent reviews for assisted living in Independence

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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Bentley Assisted Living at Branchville

4.7
It's a great place. My mother is not complaining about the food, and she seems to be very happy with the activities. It seems to be very clean, and our interactions with the staff have been very good.

Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Park Ridge

4.0
The staff is very kind and friendly. They get to know each resident and adapt care accordingly. I would recommend this facility depending on the need of the consumer. The facility is not upscale it is home like and for me easy to visit whenever I want to see my husband.

Independence review score based on 2,067 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 2067 reviews of 406 Independence assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Independence 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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8.2
Vernon, NJ343 facilities

Review subcategories for Independence 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 2,067 reviews of 406 Independence assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Independence 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.
Independence, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.5
Care services
3.2
3.2
Staff
3.3
3.4
Meals & dining
3.1
3.1
Activities
3.1
3.1
Value for cost*
3.1
3.1
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*Learn more about cost details

Independence assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Independence assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Independence, 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 Independence 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 Independence that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Independence, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.2%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.3%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.9%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.8%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Independence 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 Independence Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Independence, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
49%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.6%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Independence 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 Independence partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Independence, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.1%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
58.1%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.2%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Independence 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 Independence communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Independence, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.8%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
46.8%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Independence 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 Independence offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Independence, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
59.9%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.5%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.4%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.8%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.5%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.8%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.2%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.6%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
60.3%
48%
Dances
Dances
44.3%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.8%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.8%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Independence

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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