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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Southtown, NJ

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Assisted living costs in Southtown average about $5,063 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 351 communities in Southtown. Our detailed directory has 8404 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Basking Ridge, Peapack and Gladstone and Denville.

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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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
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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Cost of assisted living in Southtown, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Southtown is $5,063 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Panther Valley, NJ with an average of $5,063 per month.

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

Southtown, NJ
$5,063/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,063/mo
$6,802/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,632/mo
Studio
$4,901/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,831/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,094/mo

Senior living costs in Southtown 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: Southtown, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouthtown, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$5,063/mo$7,748/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,802/mo$9,376/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,797/mo$4,407/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Southtown, NJ:$5,063/mo
New Jersey:$7,748/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Southtown, NJ:$6,802/mo
New Jersey:$9,376/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Southtown, NJ:$3,797/mo
New Jersey:$4,407/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Southtown, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Southtown 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.

Southtown, NJNJ stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Southtown, NJ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Southtown 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Southtown, NJ$4,901/mo$5,226/mo-6.2%
New Jersey$7,431/mo$7,121/mo+4.3%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Southtown, NJ
2024 average cost:$4,901/mo
2023 average cost:$5,226/mo
Percent change:-6.2%
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 Southtown, 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 Southtown.

What families are saying about assisted living in Southtown

Recent reviews for assisted living in Southtown

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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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.

Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Park Ridge

4.0
The staff is very kind and friendly. They get to know each resident and adapt care accordingly. I would recommend this facility depending on the need of the consumer. The facility is not upscale it is home like and for me easy to visit whenever I want to see my husband.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and accommodating nature of the staff at various communities. At Spring Village at Pocono, for example, the caregivers went above and beyond to help with a complicated situation, and the director was absolutely fabulous during the tour. The staff at Bentley C ...
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Quality meals and dining experiences. Residents express satisfaction with the food offerings at their communities. At Spring Village at Pocono, for instance, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, while at Spring Village at Pocono, breakfast is a favorite with low-sodium meal options.
Engaging activities and social opportunities. Communities provide various activities for residents to stay engaged and active. At Spring Village at Pocono, for example, bingo and happy hour are popular, while at Bentley Commons at Paragon Village, residents enjoy interacting with others and making new friends through activities.
Proactive communication with families. Families appreciate the clear and effective communication between staff and themselves. At Spring Village at Pocono, for instance, the caregivers keep families updated and answer their questions, while at Bentley Commons at Paragon Village, staff respond promptly to texts and phone calls.
Customized care for individual needs. Residents receive personalized care tailored to their unique requirements. At Colonial Manor at Panther Valley, for example, staff members accommodate complex situations and go the extra mile to ensure residents' well-being, while at United Methodist Communities Bristol Glen a CCRC, the facili ...
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Welcoming and familiar environment. Communities provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents feel at home. At Spring Village at Pocono, for instance, residents and their families were impressed with the kindness and care displayed during their tour, while at Spring Village at Pocono, the proximity to a familiar loca ...
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Southtown review score based on 1,671 family reviews

8.3
Review score351 facilities1671 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1671 reviews of 351 Southtown assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Southtown 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

Southtown review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Southtown, NJ351 facilities
8.3
Raritan, NJ531 facilities
8.2
Vernon, NJ343 facilities

Review subcategories for Southtown 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 1,671 reviews of 351 Southtown assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Southtown 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.
Southtown, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.5
Care services
3.1
3.2
Staff
3.3
3.4
Meals & dining
3.0
3.1
Activities
3.0
3.1
Value for cost*
3.1
3.1
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Southtown assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Southtown assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Southtown, 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 Southtown 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 Southtown that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Southtown, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.7%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.7%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.2%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.3%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Southtown 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 Southtown Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Southtown, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.1%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.7%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Southtown 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 Southtown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Southtown, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
49%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.8%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
59.3%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.8%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
35%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Southtown 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 Southtown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Southtown, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.1%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Southtown 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 Southtown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Southtown, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.4%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.3%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.5%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.1%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.3%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.3%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
61%
48%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.6%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.3%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Southtown

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