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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Manchester, NJ
Assisted living costs in Manchester average about $7,627 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Manchester. Our detailed directory has 132 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Toms River, Brick and Medford.
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When I was at my wits end caring for my father-in-law as his dementia advanced I didn’t know what to do or where to go and a friend told me about Harmony Village at Jackson and the great experience they had...
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.
Harmony Village at Care-One Jackson Memory Care Assisted Living accommodates 104 residents in studio apartments specifically designed for individuals that have memory impairments but may also need behavioral management and or medical care. Harmony Village has nurses on staff 24 hours a day as...
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We are pleased with the care my brother is getting at Spring Oak. It includes weekly housekeeping and laundry as well as meals and medical care. I don't have an opinion about activities because my brother...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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So far, the facility and the workers are truly amazing. But, for the price our loved ones are paying to stay there, I think it's time to do something about the food, it is disgusting and presentation is not...
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
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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.
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
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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.
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
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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.
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.
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
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.
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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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...
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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Cost of assisted living in Manchester, NJ
The average cost of senior living in Manchester is $7,627 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fort Dix, NJ with an average of $6,098 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Manchester, NJ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Manchester, NJ vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Manchester, NJ by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Manchester over time
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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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Brandywine 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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Mattison Crossing in Freehold, NJ
4.6
Our mom moved into Mattison Crossing at a time when her entire world/life had been turned upside down. Previous to Mattison Crossing, mom had been in a rehab facility where little progress had been made, where depression and anxiety sunk in, and where she had been told she would never return to ...
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Manchester review score based on 32 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 32 reviews of 13 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
8.4
Manchester, NJ13 facilities
8.8
Lakehurst, NJ24 facilities
8.5
Holiday City-Berkeley, NJ19 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 13 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
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.5
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
38.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.5%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.6%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.8%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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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
61.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.8%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.6%
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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
46.2%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.4%
35.3%
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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.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
17.8%
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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.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
45.4%
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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.
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Sunrise of Marlboro, Harmony Village at CareOne Jackson and Brookdale Hamilton are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Manchester, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 13 assisted living facilities near Manchester, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Manchester, New Jersey are Sunrise of Marlboro, Brookdale Hamilton and Spring Oak of Toms River. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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- Monroe, New Jersey
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