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Assisted living costs in Sussex average about $8,460 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 14 communities in Sussex. Our detailed directory has 232 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 Babalola Family Type Home For Adults
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The family type home's quality of living is excellent and allows for a very comforting environment for residents and visitors alike. One worker I really enjoyed working with was [name removed]. She's...
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.
Babalola Family Type Home for Adults is a residential care home for seniors in Middletown, New York. Its a new construction house built 2022. The care home is located in a family-friendly neighborhood that has shady sidewalks that are great for going on strolls. Babalola Family Type Home for...
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33 Floor plans available
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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.
Belle Reve Senior Living and Health Care Center is located in the heart of Milford, PA and is convenient to all of Northeast PA, as well as Orange County, NY and Sussex County, NJ. Our skilled nursing and rehabilitation community offers short and long term care and is licensed by the Pennsylvania...
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77 Floor plans available
9.7
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Too soon to rate but initial impression is very positive. On overall value, we received a promotional rate on a studio room, which raised it from a 4 to a 5. Bottom line, this is a very nice facility...
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.
Mira Vie West Milford is a beautiful assisted living community located beneath the picturesque Wyanokie Mountains in West Milford, Passaic County, New Jersey. Our safe and secure community provides various housing options depending on personal preference, from spacious suites and studio...
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Photo of The Chelsea at Sparta
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22 Floor plans available
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The Chelsea is a very friendly and warm place. The staff is great. My mom complains about the food but I have not personally tasted it. The activity director tries to run trips and do fun things. I have been...
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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Photo of The Carlucci Home
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My loved one was previously a resident at The Carlucci Home and the experience at this facility was great. The staff and care team were great with my loved one. She was very well taken care of. I would...
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.
The Carlucci Home The Carlucci Home is an assisted living community for senior women located in Port Jervis, Orange County, New York. Port Jervis, which is situated at the junction of New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, is a beautiful city that offers a rich history and an abundance of...
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33 Floor plans available
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It's small and very homey. Not an overwhelming environment to adjust to. It's important to develop a relationship with the staff and help them understand your loved one's needs. Don't assume they know.
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.
Bentley Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the tranquil neighborhoods of Branchville, Sussex County, New Jersey. If you are looking for a community located in a peaceful neighborhood for yourself or your loved ones look no further than Bentley Assisted Living at...
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My loved one was a resident at Lakeside Residential Care Home and it was a great experience. The staff was very compassionate and was on top of my loved one's medical needs. All around, Lakeside was great!
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.
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I would definitely recommend Westwind. The staff is great and treat my father, and me when visiting, like family. They are always available to take my calls and provide updates on his condition. They 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.
Westwind Manor Westwind Manor is an assisted living community that enjoys a quiet spot on the outskirts of Franklin, NJ. Our community is made up of paved paths for family walks, shaded courtyards where residents can sit and enjoy the fresh air and manicured landscaping that creates a majestic...
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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.
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Hope Gardens is about the closest you can get to having an aide stay at home with you. In this case, you're getting two aides in addition to 4-5 residents in a nice and very homey environment. It's owned...
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.
The goal of Hope Gardens, INC. is to provide the highest quality of care in a clean and safe home setting. Our compassionate staff delivers 24hrs a day, 7 days a week care, We treat our residents and their families with respect and dignity. We provide personal care services in a home setting to...
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My mother seems happy and well cared for at Ave Care. The place is clean and the staff is friendly. My mother says the staff is nice and although she has dementia she does know when she is not being...
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.
Ave Care at Newton is located in Newton, NJ in Sussex County. This residential care home provides you with top quality assistance in an area that is beautiful and peaceful. Those who spend time in Newton as guests and as residents appreciate what it has to offer in terms of attractions, including...
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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Sussex, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Sussex is $8,460 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newton, NJ with an average of $6,664 per month.

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

Sussex, NJ
$8,460/mo
$8,680/mo

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

Sussex, NJ
$8,460/mo
U.S. national average
$4,623/mo

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

Assisted Living
$8,460/mo
$8,895/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,480/mo
Studio
$5,932/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,036/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,058/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Sussex over time

Sussex, NJNJ stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sussex, 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 Sussex.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sussex

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sussex

The Chelsea at Sparta

4.4
I would recommend the facility to others. I'm very hands on with my folks- so I know I personally make the experience better for them (I take laundry home 6 days a week because of my dads incontinence). The meals have actually gotten somewhat better as of late- they get their meals brought up to ...
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Sunrise of Mountain Lakes

4.9
I thought the facility was always and clean and looking great. The staff was always present and they took care of my mother very well. I would recommend Sunrise of Mountain Lakes to others looking.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Numerous reviews highlight the friendliness and compassion of the staff at various communities, such as Belle Reve Senior Living Community, Mira Vie West Milford, and The Carlucci Home, where families have expressed their gratitude for the caring attitudes of caregivers and the sense of fa ...
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Thoughtfully clean and maintained facilities. Many residents and their families praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities in their communities, including Belle Reve Senior Living Community, Mira Vie West Milford, and The Carlucci Home, which have been described as having a 'homey feel' and being well-maintained.
Engaging and diverse activities. Communities like Belle Reve Senior Living Community, The Chelsea at Sparta, and The Carlucci Home offer a wide range of activities to cater to residents' interests, including social events, games, arts and crafts, and more, ensuring that residents are always engaged and active.
Accommodating and individualized care. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities, such as Westwind Manor and Belle Reve Senior Living Community, where residents have received personalized attention that suits their unique needs and preferences.
Delicious and accommodating meals. High-quality meals and dining experiences are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. Many families have expressed their appreciation for the accommodating nature of chefs at facilities like The Carlucci Home, Belle Reve Senior Living Community, and M ...
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Consistent and clear communication. Families value clear and consistent communication from staff members, ensuring they are informed of their loved ones' care and well-being. Facilities like Belle Reve Senior Living Community, Westwind Manor, and The Carlucci Home have been commended for their open and approachable communica ...
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Sussex review score based on 71 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 71 reviews of 12 Sussex assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sussex 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

Sussex review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Sussex, NJ12 facilities
8.4
Hamburg, NJ328 facilities
8.4
Vernon Center, NJ362 facilities

Review subcategories for Sussex 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 71 reviews of 12 Sussex assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sussex 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.
Sussex, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Sussex assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sussex assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sussex, 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 Sussex 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 Sussex that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sussex, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.3%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.7%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.7%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sussex 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 Sussex Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sussex, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.3%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sussex 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 Sussex partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sussex, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Sussex 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 Sussex communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sussex, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sussex 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 Sussex offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sussex, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.7%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
41.7%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
41.7%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sussex

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 Sussex protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulations

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There are 14 assisted living facilities near Sussex, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Sussex, New Jersey are Twin Cedar Senior Living, Belle Reve Senior Living Community and Sunrise of Franklin Lakes. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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