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5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Surf City, NJ

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Assisted living costs in Surf City average about $5,966 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 5 communities in Surf City. Our detailed directory has 107 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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Photo of Spring Oak at Forked River
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I'm generally pleased with Spring oaks but there have been a few bumps in the road. His USB-C cube was stolen (replaced by staff). Crazy, but a pkg of picture hanging hooks were stolen. B4 he got there, I...
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 Forked River is an affordable assisted living community conveniently located in Lanoka Harbor, Ocean County, New Jersey. Our comfortable community is close to abundant shopping and recreation, while providing a wide array of activities for residents to participate in on site. We...
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Photo of The Terraces at Seacrest Village
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My mother, age 91, was well cared for. The facilities are comfortable and clean, and offer opportunities to socialize and participate in activities. Her visitors told me that they’d never seen such a...
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.
he Terraces at Seacrest Village assisted living residence is a brand-new state of the art, stunning residence which opened in June 2013. The Terraces is an award winning community, our unique delivery of service and care represents what we have learned is important to our clients and their...
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Our family is here for your loved ones at the difficult times of their lives. Providing care for them is a family decision, and we understand that each person is different. At Golden Age Garden Senior Care Center, we work closely with families to help them through all available options.At Golden...
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Cost of assisted living in Surf City, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Surf City is $5,966 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Harvey Cedars, NJ with an average of $5,515 per month.

Assisted living costs in Surf City, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Surf City, NJ
$5,966/mo

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

Surf City, NJ
$5,966/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Surf City, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,966/mo
$7,228/mo

Assisted living costs in Surf City, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,700/mo
Studio
$7,413/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,492/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,283/mo

Senior living costs in Surf City 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: Surf City, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSurf City, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$5,966/mo$7,287/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$7,228/mo$7,351/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$6,186/mo$6,327/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Surf City, NJ:$5,966/mo
New Jersey:$7,287/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Surf City, NJ:$7,228/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Surf City, NJ:$6,186/mo
New Jersey:$6,327/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Surf City, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Surf City 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Surf City, NJ$5,212/mo$5,510/mo-5.4%
New Jersey$6,667/mo$6,136/mo+8.7%
National$4,834/mo$4,585/mo+5.4%
Surf City, NJ
2024 average cost:$5,212/mo
2023 average cost:$5,510/mo
Percent change:-5.4%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$6,667/mo
2023 average cost:$6,136/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
National
2024 average cost:$4,834/mo
2023 average cost:$4,585/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Surf City, 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 Surf City.

What families are saying about assisted living in Surf City

Recent reviews for assisted living in Surf City

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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Pines Village in Whiting, NJ

5.0
We chose The Pines at Whiting for my mom with these priorities. Independent living 1. Cleanliness and level of general upkeep of the facility and apartments. Also we found local recommendations that it was a good facility. Also the setting - in the pine barrens my mom can drive and not be ...
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The Residence at Stafford in Manahawkin, NJ

5.0
From our experience the staff was great with the people, very dedicated, the place is very clean, the food was also very good with a good selection every day. There were many activities and also trips outside of the place. All the holidays are celebrated and family and friends are always ...
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Surf City assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Surf City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Surf City, 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 Surf City 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 Surf City 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
25%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
75%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
56.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
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 Surf City 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 Surf City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Surf City, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Surf City 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 Surf City 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
25%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Surf City 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 Surf City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Surf City, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Surf City 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 Surf City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Surf City

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

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Spring Oak at Forked River, The Terraces at Seacrest Village and Brookdale Stafford are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Surf City, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
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