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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Morris Plains, NJ

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Assisted living costs in Morris Plains average about $7,727 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 463 communities in Morris Plains. Our detailed directory has 11122 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Staten Island, Livingston and Bridgewater.

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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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Grandell is a 278 bed facility providing 24 hour comprehensive inpatient care to adults of all ages. We are conveniently located opposite the beach at Long Beach. Many of our lounges, dining rooms and resident rooms have breathtaking Atlantic ocean views. Grandell has assumed a leadership role in...
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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I am very happy that my father is very happy at this community. The staff are very happy and caring. The staff are very happy. and have a positiive. the community is clean. My father is happy with the meals...
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.
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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, 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.
Naomi Family type Home For Adults is located in Baldwin Harbor. The street is in a warm and safe residential setting in Nassau County NY. Our home is certified by New York State office of Children and family Services, through its bureau of adults services and oversees by a Case Manager.Our...
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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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Pennswood Village spreads over a huge campus adjacent to the George School in Newtown, with 14 residential apartment buildings connected to a central Community Building. There is a lovely "assisted living"...
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.
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I had my father in Chandler Hall for the last year of his time with us. The level of caring, kindness, love and respect they provided my father is one for which I am eternally grateful. I would recommend...
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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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I was very impressed with the staff at Wesley. They are attentive to the residents, and extremely nice in their attitude. They quickly identified some issues with my mother after we moved her to the secure...
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.
Wesley Enhanced Living at Chestnut Hill Manor provides worry-free assisted living and dementia care, with a full range of amenities that enhance daily living. And, with our location in the magnificently scenic Pocono Mountains, Wesley Enhanced Living at Chestnut Hill Manor has a desirable...
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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.
ABBE Hall serves the greater Lehigh Valley with exceptional assisted living and personal care services at a beautifully revitalized South Bethlehem campus. Located close to Lehigh University, ABBE Hall offers excellent access to senior centers, libraries, churches, shops, restaurants and...

Cost of assisted living in Morris Plains, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Morris Plains is $7,727 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Paterson, NJ with an average of $7,109 per month.

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

Morris Plains, NJ
$7,727/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Morris Plains, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,727/mo
$9,435/mo

Assisted living costs in Morris Plains, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,512/mo
Studio
$6,307/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,787/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,831/mo

Senior living costs in Morris Plains 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: Morris Plains, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMorris Plains, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$7,727/mo$7,748/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,435/mo$9,376/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$5,148/mo$4,407/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Morris Plains, NJ:$7,727/mo
New Jersey:$7,748/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Morris Plains, NJ:$9,435/mo
New Jersey:$9,376/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Morris Plains, NJ:$5,148/mo
New Jersey:$4,407/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Morris Plains, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Morris Plains 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Morris Plains, NJ$7,593/mo$7,341/mo+3.4%
New Jersey$7,431/mo$7,121/mo+4.3%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Morris Plains, NJ
2024 average cost:$7,593/mo
2023 average cost:$7,341/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
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 Morris Plains, 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 Morris Plains.

What families are saying about assisted living in Morris Plains

Recent reviews for assisted living in Morris Plains

Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted Living Program in Yonkers, NY

4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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The Bristal at East Meadow

5.0
I have toured many assisted living before deciding to place my family member here. I am so pleased with the decision! You can tell the management truly cares about us and it stems off into all the other workers. [Name removed] went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and I would ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews praise the friendly and approachable nature of the staff in various communities, such as Mira Vie Montville and Sunrise of Madison, creating a warm and welcoming environment for residents and their families.
Personalized care and attention. Numerous reviews highlight the individualized care and attention provided by staff members at communities like Brighton Gardens of Florham Park and Sunrise of Mountain Lakes, ensuring that each resident receives the support they need to thrive.
Variety of engaging activities. Reviews for Sunrise of Madison and Sunrise of Livingston mention the wide range of activities offered within communities, allowing residents to stay active and involved in their interests.
Professional and accommodating dining services. Throughout the reviews, the quality of dining experiences stands out, with communities like Sunrise of Mountain Lakes and Brighton Gardens of Florham Park providing accommodating menus and catering to residents' dietary needs and preferences.
Beautiful and clean facilities. Numerous reviews comment on the cleanliness and beauty of the facilities at communities such as Mira Vie Montville and Brighton Gardens of Florham Park, creating an inviting and comfortable atmosphere for residents.
Communicative and responsive staff. Many reviews mention the open lines of communication between staff and residents' families, with communities like LIVIA Health and Senior Living and Sunrise of Livingston keeping families informed and involved in their loved ones' care.
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Morris Plains review score based on 2,099 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 2099 reviews of 463 Morris Plains assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Morris Plains 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

Morris Plains review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Morris Plains, NJ463 facilities
8.6
Newark, NJ246 facilities
8.7
Elizabeth, NJ229 facilities

Review subcategories for Morris Plains 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 2,099 reviews of 463 Morris Plains assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Morris Plains 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.
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Cleanliness
3.5
3.4
Friendliness
3.5
3.5
Care services
3.2
3.2
Staff
3.4
3.4
Meals & dining
3.1
3.1
Activities
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Morris Plains assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Morris Plains assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Morris Plains, 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 Morris Plains 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 Morris Plains 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
66.5%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.6%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.1%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.3%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Morris Plains 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 Morris Plains 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
66.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.6%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.3%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Morris Plains 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 Morris Plains partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Morris Plains, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
49%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.5%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
57.5%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.3%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.3%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Morris Plains 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 Morris Plains communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Morris Plains, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
46.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.7%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Morris Plains 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 Morris Plains offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
59.8%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.3%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.4%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.5%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.6%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.5%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.9%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.6%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
58.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
46%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.9%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.7%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Morris Plains

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 Morris Plains protect seniors.
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The Country Home, Arden Courts Wayne, A Memory Care Community and Atria West 86 are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Morris Plains, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 463 assisted living facilities near Morris Plains, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Morris Plains, New Jersey are Atria West 86, Arden Courts Whippany, A Memory Care Community and Twin Cedar Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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