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Assisted living costs in Washington Heights average about $7,727 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 534 communities in Washington Heights. Our detailed directory has 13973 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Staten Island, Monroe and Livingston.

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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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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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.
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.
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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.
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.
RiverSpring Living stands as a beacon of compassionate care and innovation, dedicated to empowering older adults of all faiths to embrace a life of dignity, vitality, and purpose. Rooted in Jewish values and a non-profit mission, it has spent over a century championing healthy aging through an...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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, 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.
Independent LivingPine Run is a continuing care community where you’ll be able to enjoy our many services and amenities without an overwhelming financial investment.Pine Run residents pay a monthly fee which includes one meal daily, housekeeping, utilities, basic cable, scheduled transportation...
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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.
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 country Homesteads is a family owned and operated business in bucks county Penna. Our Residential care homes feature all of the amenities of home, We provide a safe secure environment for individuals suffering from Alzhiemers Disease, memory, behavioral and psychiatric disorders. We have 31...
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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.
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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.
Alterra Wynwood is an assisted living residence that is purposefully designed to meet the needs of the frail elderly in a comfortable, home-like environment. Alterra Wynwood features a “neighborhood” concept, with six small neighborhoods of resident rooms clustered around dining and living...
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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.
Forest Manor Health Care Center is a new state of the art 120 bed Skilled Nursing Facility located just minutes off of Route 80 in Hope New Jersey. Forest Manor Health Care Center's $19 million dollar expansion is the region's newest, state-of-the-art skilled nursing and rehabilitation care...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Photo of The Villages at Pine Valley
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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, Memory Care, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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: 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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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.
Photo of Naomi Family Type Home for Adults
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Naomi Family type Home For Adults is located in Baldwin Harbor. The street is in a warm and safe residential setting in Nassau County NY. Our home is certified by New York State office of Children and family Services, through its bureau of adults services and oversees by a Case Manager.Our...
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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.
WESTCHESTER CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & NURSING offers the perfect blend of family tradition and the latest medical therapies. We are responsive, concerned and compassionate. From our staff of highly trained and certified medical professionals and therapists to our supportive client...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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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.
Abington Manor is located in the gorgeous rolling hills of Morgan Hill in Williams Township south of Easton Pennsylvania. We are easily accessible from the I- 78, Route 33, Route 22 and Route 611.Enriching the lives of our residents is our underlying philosophy . we are committed to providing...
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Northeast Residence is a senior living community located in Philadelphia, PA, home to over 1.5 million people. Philadelphia is a very large city known for great shops, stores, sporting events and shows. Residents who are active will be able to enjoy going for scenic walks, doing their shopping,...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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The community was always clean and we never saw anything on the floor when we visited, even when we visited unannounced. All the staff at the community were great; they were all very responsive to our emails...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Enjoy living in our brand new over-sized apartments with wonderful views of the Long Island Sound. Willow Towers is a not-for-profit Assisted Living community, licensed by the state of New York. Willow Towers provides an elegant lifestyle, which includes gourmet meals by our Johnson and Wales...
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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
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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.
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...
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This community is wonderful I can't say enough wonderful things about them. The community itself is very lovely exceptionally clean and well maintained. As soon as you walk in the sense of being at home and...
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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.
Nestled in the heart of historic Jenkintown borough, The Chelsea at Jenkintown offers the finest in Assisted Living. Our residents enjoy chatting over tea or coffee in our cozy Bistro, relax on our wraparound porch or explore the surrounding community. Conveniently located on Route 611 and close...

Cost of assisted living in Washington Heights, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Washington Heights is $7,727 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Elizabeth, NJ with an average of $7,308 per month.

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

Washington Heights, NJ
$7,727/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Washington Heights, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,727/mo
$9,435/mo

Assisted living costs in Washington Heights, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,512/mo
Studio
$6,307/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,787/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,831/mo

Senior living costs in Washington Heights 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: Washington Heights, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWashington Heights, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$7,727/mo$7,748/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,435/mo$9,376/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$5,148/mo$4,407/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Washington Heights, NJ:$7,727/mo
New Jersey:$7,748/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Washington Heights, NJ:$9,435/mo
New Jersey:$9,376/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Washington Heights, NJ:$5,148/mo
New Jersey:$4,407/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Washington Heights, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Washington Heights 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
Washington Heights, NJ$7,593/mo$7,341/mo+3.4%
New Jersey$7,431/mo$7,121/mo+4.3%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Washington Heights, NJ
2024 average cost:$7,593/mo
2023 average cost:$7,341/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
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 Washington Heights, 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 Washington Heights.

What families are saying about assisted living in Washington Heights

Recent reviews for assisted living in Washington Heights

Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted Living Program in Yonkers, NY

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My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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The Bristal at East Meadow

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I have toured many assisted living before deciding to place my family member here. I am so pleased with the decision! You can tell the management truly cares about us and it stems off into all the other workers. [Name removed] went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and I would ...
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Alcoeur Gardens of Toms River

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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Clean and well-maintained facilities. Several reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities in various communities, such as Sunrise of East Brunswick and Maplewood at Princeton. Residents appreciate the attention to details and the sense of pride taken in maintaining the living spaces.
Flexible and accommodating staff. Numerous reviews mention the helpful and caring nature of the staff, like those at Spring Hills Somerset and CareOne in East Brunswick. Families and residents express gratitude for the patience and understanding the staff demonstrates when handling specific requests and unexpected situations.
Varied and engaging activities. Some communities, such as Brookdale Monroe and Maplewood at Princeton, offer a wide range of activities for residents, ensuring they stay active and engaged. These include games, arts and crafts, book clubs, and more.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Reviews for Maplewood at Princeton and CareOne in East Brunswick show appreciation for the thoughtfully designed living spaces that cater to residents' needs, with comfortable common areas and private rooms tailored for seniors.
Accessible and convenient locations. Communities like The Chelsea at Forsgate and Brighton Gardens of Edison are praised for their easily accessible locations, making it simple for residents and their families to visit and attend events.
Communication and transparency. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is essential for ensuring peace of mind, as highlighted in reviews for CareOne in East Brunswick and Brookdale Monroe. Staff members keep families informed of their loved ones' well-being and care.
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Washington Heights review score based on 2,765 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 2765 reviews of 534 Washington Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Washington Heights 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

Washington Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Washington Heights, NJ534 facilities
8.2
Bridgewater, NJ573 facilities
8.7
Elizabeth, NJ229 facilities

Review subcategories for Washington Heights 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 2,765 reviews of 534 Washington Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Washington Heights 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.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Washington Heights assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Washington Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Washington Heights, 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 Washington Heights 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 Washington Heights 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
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.9%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.1%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Washington Heights 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 Washington Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.6%
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Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.7%
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Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Washington Heights 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 Washington Heights 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
51.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.7%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.7%
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Washington Heights 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 Washington Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
48.7%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
47.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Washington Heights 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 Washington Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
61.2%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.9%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.8%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.6%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.9%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.7%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.7%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
60.9%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
44.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.9%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Washington Heights

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Mira Vie East Brunswick, Sunrise of East Brunswick and CareOne East Brunswick Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Washington Heights, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 534 assisted living facilities near Washington Heights, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Washington Heights, New Jersey are Atria West 86, Azalea of Cinnaminson and Arden Courts Whippany, A Memory Care Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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