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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shirley, NJ
Assisted living costs in Shirley average about $5,738 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 16 communities in Shirley. Our detailed directory has 373 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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9.9
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70 reviews
5 on all categories. The bus trips to lunch, stores, and sightseeing are hugely important. Bringing in entertainment helps the atmosphere lively and engaging.
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.
Spacious living suits with enclosed courtyards and paved walking trails highlight Traditions of Cross Keys, located in Glassboro, Gloucester County, New Jersey. History buffs and antique collectors know that Glassboro got its name from the successful glass industry is a part of its past....
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9.6
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83 reviews
After observing Cardinal Village staff caring for my aunt over the last 18 months, my entire family was impressed by these remarkably patient, kind, and skilled caretakers. From the friendly kitchen to the...
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.
Let Cardinal Village take the worry out of your retirement years. Our community design is all on one level. We offer a selection of apartment styles to fit your needs; all with no entrance fees and a month to month lease. Our nondenominational community offers peace of mind and...
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9.2
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41 reviews
Main negative was that she was moved out of her first room temporarily due to a roof leak and was not given the option to move back after the room was given to someone else. Very nice facility was fairly...
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.
Washington Township Senor Living is conveniently located across from Jefferson Health System. We are quietly set back in a wooded setting away from the hustle and bustle, yet totally accessible to specialty care. Our community was built 20+ years ago. Along with a great reputation, another...
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9.0
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21 reviews
I know most places like this are understaffed. There's a constant flow of new trainees which made consistent communication difficult. There were people there who really were great at their jobs and you could...
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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8.4
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14 reviews
Yes I would recommend to others and I have but let them know the food is an on going issue. The cost of living at Juniper village isn't inexpensive so they should do a better job with the food. Location 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.
Juniper Village at Washington Square welcomes seniors into a tranquil environment for quality independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. With waterfront views and modern amenities, this luxurious, multi-story community building feels reminiscent of an upscale resort. Enjoy the...
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8.0
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7 reviews
My mom loves her "apartment " I wish the communication was better from the administration. No part is covered by insurance so all expenses are out of pocket
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.
Maurice House is the preferred Assisted Living community in Millville, New Jersey. Maurice House offers residents a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable life. We would love for you to visit us with your family and loved ones and see for yourself! With Maurice House's...
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7.5
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8 reviews
My brother never complained. It was very clean, and had friendly people. I myself, loved it. It's a very nice place. Thank you for your help. I would recommend to others.
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.
Spring Oak at Vineland is an assisted living community located in Vineland, NJ. The city of Vineland is located in Cumberland County and home to about 60,600 people. Vineland is a small town with lots of shops and stores where residents can enjoy running errands and doing their shopping, going...
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7.5
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23 reviews
They make the place feel as close to a home setting as they can. The staff and nurses are wonderful . What else can you ask for. Our over all experience at All American is very nice community and nice place...
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 All American Assisted Living at Washington Township, we offer a variety of community features. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Free resident parking and guest parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized care, every aspect of...
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7.4
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31 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at Summit Place and overall the experience has been good. The staff are pleasant. The facility is clean and welcoming.
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.
At Summit Place we pride ourselves on our relaxed home like atmosphere where our residents come first. We are located in the small town of Glassboro, New Jersey, just one half mile east of Rowan College and two miles south of Lakeside Park. Our residents are happy to call Summit Place home due...
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7.2
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12 reviews
The people are great but the care could be better. However, based on the experience we have had we would recommend Terraces at Parke Place to other families.
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.
Please see below a brief overview of our beautiful community! Terraces at Parke Place is an intimate senior living community nestled in the heart of Gloucester County! We firmly believe in fostering senior independence and allowing our residents the freedom to exercise autonomy, while offering...
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5.7
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39 reviews
The staff here is great. They really do treat their residents with kindness and compassion. The building is clean and never has any weird smells when we go to visit. I would absolutely, 100% recommend...
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.
Lindsay Place is an assisted living community located in beautiful Pennsville, New Jersey. Our tree lined property is in a quiet neighborhood between the Delaware River and Kate Creeks Meadow. Resident rooms overlook lovely forest or our peaceful interior courtyard. We strive to create a festive...
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My family really loves this place, my father is here and they have taken care of him wonderfully. Everyone that works here has been great, I like the fact that they seem like they love there jobs. A 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.
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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.
Noble Senior Living at Bridgeton Essentia Neighborhood distinctive Program is tailored to the individual needs of our residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory-related concerns.Our staff are trained specialists continuously educated and experienced in providing the highest level 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Shirley, NJ
The average cost of senior living in Shirley is $5,738 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millville, NJ with an average of $5,374 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shirley, NJ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shirley, NJ vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about assisted living in Shirley
Recent reviews for assisted living in Shirley
Meadowcrest at Middletown
3.5
They have to work out some growing pains in the business still. What is said that will get done and what gets done, doesn't always happen. They don't always think of the residents versus the comfort of the workers, for example: it's so cold there, they've got it down to 72. They are a company ...
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Forwood Manor in Wilmington, DE
5.0
Wonderful facility! Everyone was so helpful, positive and greeted us like we were family. My aunt and uncle will thrive under their care. Thank you [names removed] and the rest of the staff for making Forwood such a wonderful home for families.
Luther Towers in Wilmington, DE
4.5
For how they try to accommodate the residents, they really go above and beyond. The only thing that is difficult is that my mom can't see that well and the ovens are geared for handicapped people and it's digital and she can't read the numbers. Lot's of activities. They have things like bingo, ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Compassionate and supportive staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members towards residents and their families during difficult times. At Traditions of Cross Keys, for example, the caring nature of the staff helped a family through the end-of-life process for their loved one. Staff at Card ...
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Personalized living spaces and activities. Several reviews highlight the importance of creating a homelike environment for seniors, with attention paid to individual residents' needs and preferences. At Cardinal Village, the community offers a variety of activities tailored to residents, allowing them to engage in activities they enjoy ...
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Thoughtful communication and support for families. Reviews express gratitude for the open and transparent communication between community staff and families, ensuring everyone is informed and involved in their loved one's care. The director at Traditions of Cross Keys went above and beyond to help families understand the application and move-i ...
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High-quality dining experiences. Maintaining a high standard for food quality and variety is crucial in senior living communities, and several reviews praise the delicious and nutritious meals provided at their communities. At Cardinal Village, the dining room is well-appointed with tasty choices, while Summit Place residen ...
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Considerate and caring memory care. Memory care residents have unique needs, and several reviews mention the compassionate and understanding care provided to their loved ones in memory care units. At Traditions of Cross Keys, staff work to accommodate declining mental status with different activities and staff ratios. At United ...
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Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Creating a warm and inclusive atmosphere is essential for seniors' well-being and happiness. Reviews comment on the friendly and helpful staff and the social and engaging environment at their communities, with residents making new friends and sharing in activities. At Washington Township Senior ...
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Shirley review score based on 87 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 87 reviews of 14 Shirley assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shirley 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
Shirley review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Shirley 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 87 reviews of 14 Shirley assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shirley 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.Shirley, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Shirley assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirley assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirley, 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 Shirley 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 Shirley 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
92.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
64.3%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
92.9%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
85.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shirley 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 Shirley Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shirley, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
92.9%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
35.7%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shirley 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 Shirley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.1%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.3%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
64.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Shirley 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 Shirley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
78.6%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shirley 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 Shirley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shirley, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
85.7%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
85.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.6%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
78.6%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
71.4%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
78.6%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
78.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
78.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
78.6%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shirley
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 Shirley protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Traditions of Cross Keys, Foulk Living and Cardinal Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shirley, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 16 assisted living facilities near Shirley, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shirley, New Jersey are Traditions of Cross Keys and Lorelton. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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