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Assisted living costs in Muirhead average about $6,470 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 622 communities in Muirhead. Our detailed directory has 14152 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
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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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, 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.
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 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
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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.
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Even though the building is about 20 years old, when you first walk in you would think it was built last year! The place is immaculate. The woman who works there is great. They have a good amount of...
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.
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
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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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
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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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.
Twin Cedars is an assisted living community in the beautiful town of Wenonah, New Jersey. The landscaped, tree-lined campus will have you feeling as if you are in a peaceful town in the country. Enjoy a serene fishing trip on Wenonah Lake, take a walk down the clean paths of the various parks...
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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.
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We recently had experienced a loss in our family that required immediate placement for my mom. I looked at several communities and almost gave up hope that we would find something both nice and affordable...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
The Residences of Chestnut Ridge and Belvedere Center are two Genesis HealthCare facilities that offer Senior Living and Skilled Nursing Care across the street from one another. The Residences of Chestnut Ridge option offers active seniors a fun, dynamic lifestyle. This lively community supports...
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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.
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.
Alterra Wynwood is an assisted living residence that is purposefully designed to meet the needs of the frail elderly in a comfortable, home-like environment. Alterra Wynwood features a “neighborhood” concept, with six small neighborhoods of resident rooms clustered around dining and living...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
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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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.
Photo of Ridge Street Gardens
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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Although the level of care they provide is not quite adequate for my loved one (and we are looking in to other options), they do an excellent job here at the level they are able to provide for. The staff are...
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.
Located in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, The Triton House is a licensed NJ residence just one block from the beach! Walk on the boardwalk all year long and enjoy summer breezes on the spacious front porch. We are located in easy walking distance to town and the train. With a comfortable living room,...

Cost of assisted living in Muirhead, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Muirhead is $6,470 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milford, NJ with an average of $5,105 per month.

Assisted living costs in Muirhead, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Muirhead, NJ
$6,470/mo
$6,387/mo

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

Muirhead, NJ
$6,470/mo
U.S. national average
$4,719/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,470/mo
$6,509/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,536/mo
Private
$6,200/mo
Studio
$6,738/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,037/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,755/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,113/mo

Senior living costs in Muirhead 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: Muirhead, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMuirhead, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$6,470/mo$7,293/mo$4,719/mo
Memory Care$6,509/mo$7,357/mo$4,974/mo
Independent Living$5,720/mo$6,368/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Muirhead, NJ:$6,470/mo
New Jersey:$7,293/mo
U.S.:$4,719/mo
Memory Care
Muirhead, NJ:$6,509/mo
New Jersey:$7,357/mo
U.S.:$4,974/mo
Independent Living
Muirhead, NJ:$5,720/mo
New Jersey:$6,368/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
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Assisted living costs in Muirhead, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Muirhead 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 median 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
Muirhead, NJ$7,309/mo$6,872/mo+6.4%
New Jersey$7,302/mo$6,906/mo+5.7%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Muirhead, NJ
2024 average cost:$7,309/mo
2023 average cost:$6,872/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$7,302/mo
2023 average cost:$6,906/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Muirhead, NJ

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What families are saying about assisted living in Muirhead

Recent reviews for assisted living in Muirhead

Arbor Terrace Mountainside

5.0
The only helpful thing would be using Touchpoint to create the shopping list when supplies run out. I often get multiple calls a day when they run out of soap supplies. Really minor because of such great care and medical coordination. Very happy with the transparency and visibility, the ...
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The Terraces at Lawrence in Lawrenceville, NJ

5.0
I love the services that I get. Everyone is very kind. I've had nothing but great service I would absolutely recommend for people to come here.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate caregivers. Several reviews highlight the kindness and friendliness of the caregivers at various communities, such as Chestnut Knoll, Azalea of Cinnaminson, and Saucon Valley Manor. Families appreciate how their loved ones have developed close relationships with staff members.
Customized activity offerings. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities at communities like Sunrise of New Dorp, The Pathways at Warrington, and Monmouth Crossing Assisted Living. Staff members often tailor activities to individual interests, ensuring that everyone finds something enjoyable.
Thoughtfully maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, as seen at Atria Cranford, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Personal Care, and Sunrise of Wall. Residents and their families express appreciation for the attention to detail in both indoor and outdoor spaces.
Communication and transparency. Families value the frequent and clear communication between staff and loved ones at communities such as Atria Lafayette Hill, Chestnut Knoll, and Saucon Valley Manor. Care teams keep families informed about their loved ones' well-being and respond promptly to concerns.
Flexible and accommodating staff. Several reviews note the adaptability of caregivers at various communities, like Sunrise of Staten Island, Spring Oak of Toms River, and Atria Cranford. Staff members make adjustments to care plans to meet the evolving needs of residents and their families.
Excellent nutritional meals. Throughout the reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At places like Spring Village at Pocono, Spring Hills Somerset, and The Birches at Harleysville the chefs cater to dietary restrictions and preferences, ensuring resid ...
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Muirhead review score based on 3,179 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 3179 reviews of 545 Muirhead assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Muirhead 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

Muirhead review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Muirhead, NJ545 facilities
8.3
Flemington, NJ617 facilities
8.3
Stockton, NJ612 facilities

Review subcategories for Muirhead 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 3,179 reviews of 545 Muirhead assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Muirhead 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.
Muirhead, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.0
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.7
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.6
3.6
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Muirhead assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Muirhead assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Muirhead, 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 Muirhead 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 Muirhead 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
67.1%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68%
52.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Muirhead 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 Muirhead Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Muirhead, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.9%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.1%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Muirhead 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 Muirhead partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Muirhead, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.6%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.8%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
58.6%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.5%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.1%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Muirhead 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 Muirhead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Muirhead, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49.6%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
47.8%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.8%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Muirhead 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 Muirhead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.5%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.1%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.6%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.6%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.3%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.3%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.6%
38.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
61.8%
47%
Dances
Dances
43.2%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.6%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Muirhead

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

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Arden Courts Wayne, A Memory Care Community, Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community and Brandywine The Gables by Monarch are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Muirhead, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 622 assisted living facilities near Muirhead, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Muirhead, New Jersey are Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, Azalea of Cinnaminson and The Villas of Holmdel. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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