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Assisted living costs in Manchester average about $7,533 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 14 communities in Manchester. Our detailed directory has 135 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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Spring Oak of Toms River was wonderful with my husband in every way imaginable. I never worried about his care or emotional well being when I wasn't there. Sadly, my husband recently passed The staff, in...
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.
Spring Oak at Toms River is an assisted living community that is located in Toms River, New Jersey. We are located in a tranquil, lovely, exquisite and charming area that our residents adore to be around. When in this area you will quickly see that it's a great place to be around and it is...
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The staff was fine and very nice at Magnolia Gardens. Communication with the family was good via phone and email. Mom was in hospice for the last 2 years and Medicaid since June and they did keep her in a...
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.
Magnolia Gardens is owned and operated by the Lapid Family. At the center of everything we do is one philosophy: 'Treat each client like they are a member of our family.' Our team is comprised of individuals who take our philosophy to heart. With our knowledge, experience, talent and motivation,...
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There are not enough kind words to describe our experience. The Administrator [name removed] runs a beautiful facility. Her staff go above and beyond to make each resident comfortable. The food has been...
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.
The Memory Care Assisted Living program is designed to meet the needs of patients with memory impairment, Alzheimer's and dementia. It provides a comfortable, home-like setting, where patients receive the specialized care and attention they need to live with as much dignity and independence as...
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i just think it's been a socially great place for my mom at this community. She enjoys her meals and can choose from 3 different restaurants. They also provide substitutions and alternative meals. My mom is...
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.
Our goal at The Pines at Whiting, NJ is to help you live a longer, healthier and happier life, as independently as possible—even if your health needs change. One important difference about our community: We are a full service community (CCRC)—with independent living, skilled nursing, short and...
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My parents seem to be happy at Georgetown Commons. They are happy with the food. The staff members are attentive. My parents have no complaints. They are not the most expensive facility but it is still very...
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.
Georgetown Assisted Living at The Pines at Whiting, NJ: A neighborhood approach with 24-hour care The Pines at Whiting, NJ offers the area's only true, licensed Assisted Living options with 24-hour care. We take a 'Neighborhood Approach' to Assisted Living. We match you or your loved one with a...
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This is a clean, friendly and safe environment. There is trivia, music, and more activities for the residents to participate in. The staff are good at trying to engage the residents. They are easy to...
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.
Complete Care at the Havens provides assistance to seniors who have difficulty performing one or more every day activities such as bathing or toileting. Our helping hand allows them to regain normalcy without losing their sense of independence and self-esteem. The havens lovely one story...
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Mom has been at Alcoeur for several months now. The facility is immaculate. The staff is very friendly toward the residents and the visitors. They seem to really care about each individual. There are...
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.
Alcoeur Gardens is the preferred alternative to institutional care for loved ones suffering from Alzheimer's and other forms of Dementia. Our residents enjoy the highest staff to resident ratio available, far exceeding that of our competitors.Our home environment creates a family atmosphere so...
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This community is well taken care of. There is no urine door when I visit which is fairly common in other places. I do not have anything negative to say. Staff are attentive and residents are smiling in the...
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 is beautiful at Brandywine at Toms River. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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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.
Dover Woods Health Care Center is a residential health care facility located in Toms River, with an admissions policy for anyone over 18 years of age with physical and/or mental disabilities. Dover Woods Health Care Center is in a modern building with a full choice of room arrangements, catering...

Cost of assisted living in Manchester, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Manchester is $7,533 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fort Dix, NJ with an average of $6,071 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Manchester, NJ vs. nearby cities

Manchester, NJ
$7,533/mo
$7,411/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Manchester, NJ vs. the state and national average

Manchester, NJ
$7,533/mo
U.S. national average
$4,726/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Manchester vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$7,533/mo
$7,579/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Manchester, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,419/mo
Studio
$6,575/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,911/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,200/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Manchester over time

Manchester, NJNJ stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Manchester, 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 Manchester.

What families are saying about assisted living in Manchester

Recent reviews for assisted living in Manchester

Alcoeur Gardens of Toms River

4.0
Alcoeur Gardens of [Removed] was a nice place for dad to stay for a brief respite stay. The staff was very attentive and caring to his needs. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. The activities director was very young and hopefully, as she gains more experience they will have more ...
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The Villas of Manalapan

4.0
If you have a relative who is mostly independent and just needs help with a few things, The Villa is perfect for them.

Brandywine Senior Living at Wall

5.0
I chose Brandywine Living at Wall in NJ as a home for my dad when we lost my mom and it was getting difficult to care for him on our own. I call Brandywine a "home" because that is exactly what it has become for our entire family, including my dad. I have to admit I was anxious about the ...
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Manchester review score based on 32 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 32 reviews of 12 Manchester assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Manchester 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

Manchester review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Manchester, NJ12 facilities
8.8
Lakehurst, NJ24 facilities

Review subcategories for Manchester 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 32 reviews of 12 Manchester assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Manchester 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.
Manchester, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Manchester assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Manchester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Manchester, 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 Manchester 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 Manchester 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
41.7%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.7%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.7%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
91.7%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.3%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Manchester 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 Manchester Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Manchester, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.7%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Manchester 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 Manchester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Manchester, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
34.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Manchester 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 Manchester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Manchester, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Manchester 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 Manchester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Manchester, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.7%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Manchester

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 Manchester protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulations

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