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Assisted living costs in Spruce Gardens average about $7,388 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 33 communities in Spruce Gardens. Our detailed directory has 707 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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I give this assisted living facility 5 stars! I recommend this facility to anyone looking for a high quality and loving environment for their loved one. Everyone at Brandywine Reflections goes above and...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  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.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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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.
Photo of Sunnyside Nursing Home
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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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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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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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
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.
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,...
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 Spruce Gardens, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Spruce Gardens is $7,388 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Farmingdale, NJ with an average of $7,304 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Spruce Gardens, NJ vs. nearby cities

Spruce Gardens, NJ
$7,388/mo
$7,419/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Spruce Gardens, NJ vs. the state and national average

Spruce Gardens, NJ
$7,388/mo
U.S. national average
$4,601/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Spruce Gardens vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$7,388/mo
$7,420/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Spruce Gardens, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,776/mo
Studio
$6,695/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,125/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,681/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Spruce Gardens over time

Spruce Gardens, NJNJ stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Spruce Gardens, 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 Spruce Gardens.

What families are saying about assisted living in Spruce Gardens

Recent reviews for assisted living in Spruce Gardens

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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Sunrise of Marlboro

4.4
I have lived at this community for over a year. I moved here to be closer to my daughter. I enjoy taking walks around the community as the grounds outside are beautiful. There are a lot of activities to keep me busy and during the off hours we have a bunch of ladies who get together to play ...
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The Chelsea at Marlboro in Morganville, NJ

5.0
Our mom moved to The Chelsea at Marlboro a few months ago and her experience has been terrific! We are so happy that the staff has made her really feel like she has a new home. Her apartment is clean and spacious. She enjoys the meals and the activities. We feel comfortable knowing that if we ...
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Spruce Gardens review score based on 142 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 142 reviews of 31 Spruce Gardens assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Spruce Gardens 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

Spruce Gardens review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Spruce Gardens, NJ31 facilities
8.7
Lakehurst, NJ24 facilities
8.6
Point Pleasant, NJ25 facilities

Review subcategories for Spruce Gardens 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 142 reviews of 31 Spruce Gardens assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Spruce Gardens 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.
Spruce Gardens, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Spruce Gardens assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Spruce Gardens assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Spruce Gardens, 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 Spruce Gardens 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 Spruce Gardens that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Spruce Gardens, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.7%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.1%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.3%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Spruce Gardens 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 Spruce Gardens Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Spruce Gardens, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.7%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.2%
31.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.5%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Spruce Gardens 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 Spruce Gardens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Spruce Gardens, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.8%
26.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.2%
39.5%
No sugar
No sugar
45.2%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.2%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.1%
13.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Spruce Gardens 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 Spruce Gardens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Spruce Gardens, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.7%
30.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.4%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
45.2%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.6%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Spruce Gardens 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 Spruce Gardens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Spruce Gardens, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.8%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.2%
30.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.5%
29.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.7%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.3%
51.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.4%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.4%
33.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.9%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
45.8%
Live performances
Live performances
54.8%
46.1%
Dances
Dances
32.3%
29%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.8%
45%
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State regulations for assisted living in Spruce Gardens

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 Spruce Gardens protect seniors.

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