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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Summit, NJ

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Assisted living costs in Summit average about $7,691 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 57 communities in Summit. Our detailed directory has 1279 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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Rehabilitation Center at Hartwick @ Oak Tree is excellent, attentive, caring, professional, competent in every way.
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.
Well known as a provider of high quality nursing and rehabilitation care, Hartwyck at Oak Tree is a unique facility that provides not only geriatric care, but also specialized care for residents who are ventilator-dependent or suffering from traumatic brain injury. Our staff is highly skilled in...
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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.
ROSEVILLE MANOR is located in the historic Roseville section of Newark, close to Branch Brook Park, Sacred Heart Cathedral, restaurants, Route 280, Garden State Parkway and public transportation.The landmark building offers nearly 100 private, carpeted, air-conditioned rooms with elegance and Old...
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Cost of assisted living in Summit, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Summit is $7,691 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Morristown, NJ with an average of $7,355 per month.

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

Summit, NJ
$7,691/mo

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

Summit, NJ
$7,691/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

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

Assisted Living
$7,691/mo
$7,766/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,469/mo
Studio
$7,789/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,447/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,135/mo

Senior living costs in Summit 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: Summit, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSummit, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$7,691/mo$7,287/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$7,766/mo$7,351/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$7,070/mo$6,327/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Summit, NJ:$7,691/mo
New Jersey:$7,287/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Summit, NJ:$7,766/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Summit, NJ:$7,070/mo
New Jersey:$6,327/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Summit, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Summit 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Summit, NJ$7,716/mo$7,010/mo+10.1%
New Jersey$7,309/mo$6,905/mo+5.9%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Summit, NJ
2024 average cost:$7,716/mo
2023 average cost:$7,010/mo
Percent change:+10.1%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$7,309/mo
2023 average cost:$6,905/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Summit, NJ

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What families are saying about assisted living in Summit

Recent reviews for assisted living in Summit

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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Lakeside Residential Care Home Inc. in Oak Ridge, NJ

4.0
Under new ownership, the changes are noticeable almost immediately. substantial upgrades and repairs made on the building in the last few months since new owners took control. New roof, bathrooms installed, painting and landscaping to name a few. Staff is very friendly and attentive. Nice ...
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CareOne at Wayne

5.0
I have stayed at CareOne at Wayne for rehab multiple times! The staff is always very friendly and helpful.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and dedication of the staff members at various communities. For instance, at Atria Cranford, residents and their families praise the staff for their attentiveness and assistance, with one review noting that they 'have done everything possible to address e ...
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Home-like atmosphere. A common thread among reviews is the sense of comfort and familiarity that residents feel at their communities. At Brighton Gardens of Mountainside, one resident expresses gratitude for the 'homelike' environment and the fact that 'it quickly became like a family'. This sentiment is echoed at ...
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Nurturing environment. Some reviews describe the communities as nurturing places where residents receive excellent care. At LIVIA Health and Senior Living, for example, one family member notes that Livia was 'very nurturing and attentive', while at Sunrise of Westfield, another resident's daughter mentions that 't ...
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Variety of activities. Activities are another key feature mentioned in many reviews, with families praising the wide range of offerings at communities such as Atria Cranford, Brighton Gardens of Mountainside, and Benchmark of Roseland. These include movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more, help ...
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Communication and transparency. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is a common theme in the reviews, with communities like Atria Cranford, Brighton Gardens of Edison, and Brookdale West Orange singled out for their responsiveness and openness. For instance, at Atria Cranford, the executive di ...
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Individualized care. Numerous reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities. For example, at Atria Cranford, the staff make quick and thoughtful adjustments to help make daily tasks easier for residents and their families. At Brighton Gardens of West Orange, the team is praised fo ...
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Summit review score based on 276 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 276 reviews of 52 Summit assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Summit 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

Summit review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Summit, NJ52 facilities
8.4
New Providence, NJ50 facilities
8.5
Mountainside, NJ45 facilities

Review subcategories for Summit 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 276 reviews of 52 Summit assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Summit 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.
Summit, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Summit assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Summit assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Summit, 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 Summit 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 Summit that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Summit, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.4%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.5%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Summit 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 Summit Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Summit, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Summit 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 Summit partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Summit, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
65.4%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
65.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.8%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Summit 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 Summit communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Summit, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
61.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.4%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
53.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Summit 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 Summit offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Summit, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
59.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.6%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
44.2%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.4%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Summit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Summit, Brandywine Summit by Monarch and Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Summit, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 57 assisted living facilities near Summit, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Summit, New Jersey are The Villas of Holmdel, Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community and Brookdale Wayne AL/MC. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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