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Photo of Sunrise of Plainview
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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51 reviews
9.3
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51 reviews
5 star
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The facility was beautiful they were finishing up renovations. The atmosphere there was not overwhelming since they are a smaller size and can house only a limited amount of people and everyone makes you...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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44 Photos available
9.3
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48 reviews
9.3
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48 reviews
5 star
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The Staff was polite friendly and respectful. They took very good care of my Aunt. She really couldn't walk that well and used the wheelchair most of the time. Food was ok. Rooms were clean and spacious. The...
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.
estled in the vibrant heart of Brooklyn, Kings County, The Belvedere stands as a beacon of elegance and warmth in assisted living and memory care. This charming community, surrounded by the bustling energy and conveniences of a cosmopolitan neighborhood, offers its residents not just a place to...
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1313 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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43 reviews
9.3
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43 reviews
5 star
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The staff at Brookdale Wilton have been incredibly friendly, compassionate, and professional. From the moment my mother arrived, they have treated her with genuine kindness, patience, and respect. It gives...
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.
Brookdale Wilton is now open for visits, Please call us today to schedule a visit.
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Photo of Brighton Gardens of Mountainside
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9.2
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74 reviews
9.2
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74 reviews
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My father was there for barely 2 months, and in sever decline prior to his passing on the [date removed], but I can say, is his room and him personally were always clean. The facility itself appeared to be...
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.
Brighton Gardens of Mountainside offers personalized care for older adults in Union County, NJ. Our compassionate team, including our Designated Care Managers, provides individualized care to fit your unique needs and preferences. We work to promote your independence, while providing you the...
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9.2
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81 reviews
9.2
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81 reviews
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My mom has been a resident at Van Dyk Park Place for 4 months. From the moment you step through the door you are greeted with smiles. The facility is always kept very clean. Daily activities are abundant....
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.
When visitors come to Van Dyk Park Place, they immediately notice the friendly and pleasant surroundings here. Owned for sixty years by the Van Dyk family, our CEO, Bob Van Dyk, is dedicated to giving the highest level of care to our residents and patients alike. Park Place is decorated warmly,...
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Photo of Sunrise of New City
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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55 reviews
9.2
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55 reviews
5 star
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The billing is confusing because you're always a month behind. The local people are very helpful though. Sometimes you have to really push if you want to look at new meds or things that are outside of the...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of The Sinclair at Port Washington
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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21 reviews
9.2
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21 reviews
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Our overall experience has been very positive. Everyone we have met, both staff and residents has been very friendly. We have a two bedroom apartment. The living room and dining space is comfortable. It...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Sinclair at Port Washington is a resort-inspired rental community nestled in the storied town of Port Washington. It is conveniently located between Port Washington and Roslyn. We are adjacent to Harbor Links Golf Course and Bar Beach. The Sinclair embodies the best of luxurious East Coast...
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Photo of The Residence at Selleck's Woods
1212 Photos available
9.2
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13 reviews
9.2
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13 reviews
5 star
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Staff is friendly, helpful, competent. Management is inept, out of touch, unresponsive. My mother is happy there, I feel that she is safe. Pricing is very high.
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.
WelcomeThe Residence at Selleck's Woods is a premier luxury, and boutique-style Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community, in beautiful Darien, CT. When you join our family, you’ll thrive in a vibrant community setting, and as importantly, your family and friends will have the...
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Photo of Maplewood at Strawberry Hill
1515 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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60 reviews
9.2
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60 reviews
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My brother is there. The process of visiting, orientation, and admission was beyond amazing. The staff are wonderful. My brother's care is so great that after many years of decline to dementia, he made an...
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.
Maplewood at Strawberry Hill is the assisted living and memory care community conveniently located in a friendly neighborhood close to the Norwalk-Westport line, just minutes to major highways and trains. We are part of an innovative, locally based company and not part of a large 'chain.' As...
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Photo of Sunrise of West Babylon
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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56 reviews
9.2
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56 reviews
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Everybody that I've met so far has been really nice caring and helpful. I really like that they have their SmileApp where they send pictures of my aunt while they're doing various activities. They actually...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of MiddleBrook Farms at Trumbull
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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49 reviews
9.2
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49 reviews
5 star
65%
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3 star
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[name removed] gets constant attention from staff. His day is full. He has already gained five (needed)pounds so I assume the food is good. Staff responds to his needs, for instance, recommending PT and OT,...
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.
Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull is nestled in a quiet, residential neighborhood within the charming town of Trumbull. We are convenient to shops and amenities and just a short distance from the theater as well as Sacred Heart and Fairfield Universities. Our superb location complements the quality...
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Photo of Belle Reve Senior Living Community
33 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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129 reviews
9.2
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129 reviews
5 star
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My mother is very happy at the Belle Reve facility in Milford, PA. Her room is the size of a dorm room and she has her own bathroom. She's excited about the way she is decorated it and loves it. She likes...
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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Photo of The Arbors at Islandia - East and West
1717 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
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226 reviews
9.2
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226 reviews
5 star
57%
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3 star
9%
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Staff was wonderful. Rooms clean. Food was good. There were plenty of activities. Room size was very good. Only small issue is dining areas should be a little bigger or do 2 food service times.
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.
The Arbors at Islandia East & Islandia West - SafeCare Neighborhood for the memory-impaired- Transitions Neighborhood for those who feel more comfortable in a smaller intimate environment- Spacious sun filled accommodations with balconies- Extraordinary restaurant-style farm to table meals...
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Photo of CareOne at Livingston Assisted Living
77 Photos available
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9.2
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64 reviews
9.2
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64 reviews
5 star
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The staff is attentive and the site is small enough that the director, nurse, receptionist, and aides all know us by name! The care is great-- we chose it because my MIL requires a high level of care and...
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.
CareOne at Livingston Assisted Living is conveniently located near major highways and sits between the Livingston Mall and Short Hills Mall on Passaic Avenue.  We take pride in providing a broad continuum of health care services in a Campus setting. Part of a CareOne Senior Care...
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Photo of Laurel Circle
1414 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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14 reviews
9.2
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14 reviews
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Overall, I am very happy here. The staff, the care, and the activities leave nothing wanting. The staff and residence are extremely friendly and caring. Everyone makes the effort to learn your name and...
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.
Discover Laurel Circle – full-service senior living in Bridgewater, NJ, with a unique personality and a distinct spirit. Enjoy a convenient, maintenance-free lifestyle with:-Plentiful services and amenities-An unmatched, flexible monthly dining plan-An engaging schedule of resident-organized...
Photo of Brighton Gardens of Florham Park
2020 Photos available
9.2
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77 reviews
9.2
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77 reviews
5 star
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It is very clean. I have been there at lunch time to observe what she was eating and everything looked and smelled good. I also attended a family luncheon which included a very large hot and cold buffet and...
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.
Come visit our community nestled in the suburbs of Florham Park with tree-lined walking paths surrounding us. Enter our community and you'll experience first hand the Sunrise Difference.Please call for more information or to schedule a visit to find out how Brighton Gardens can enrich your life...
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Photo of The Homestead
99 Photos available
9.2
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62 reviews
9.2
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62 reviews
5 star
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The caring of the staff, from the receptionist when you walk in to the case workers, aides, and totally up and down the ladder. Also the food is amazingly good, so much better than any of the hospitals which...
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.
The Homestead The Homestead is an assisted living community located in Kew Gardens, NY. Kew Gardens is an upscale neighborhood situated in Queens, an area known for its diverse museums and cultural institutions. Queens is home to the John Bowne House, the site of a former Quaker meeting place...
Photo of Atria Cutter Mill
1111 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.2
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69 reviews
9.2
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69 reviews
5 star
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My friend is extremely happy there. The staff is helpful and kind, and the facility is kept clean. The apartment has everything she needs and she loves the view of the courtyard. I have joined her on several...
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.
Located in the heart of Great Neck, with easy access to village shopping, restaurants and the LIRR, Atria Cutter Mill is a senior living community designed for those looking for the simple life, along with discreet, round-the-clock support from a friendly and professional staff.Atria Cutter Mill...
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Photo of Juniper Village at Chatham
1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
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54 reviews
9.2
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54 reviews
5 star
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A five (5) on all categories. Juniper Village's size, setting, and unique setup impressed us the most. Though large with many different gathering spots, the environment was intimate rather than...
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.
Juniper Village at Chatham is a gracious and enriching home to approximately 100 individuals. Located within walking distance to shopping and restaurants in the heart of beautiful Chatham Township, our classically appointed decor offers a refined ambiance while our distinctive programs nurture...
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Photo of Sutton Gardens Assisted Living
99 Photos available
9.1
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111 reviews
9.1
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111 reviews
5 star
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The staff is so helpful and caring The place is clean and the sleeping areas nicely kept and decorated They have sing a longs And movies domino and card games I think Bingo might to be good to add Or...
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.
At Sutton Gardens Senior Living, we place great emphasis on Personal Care. Our unique home--like environment allows us to give more attention to each resident. We are like one big family. Our Mission is to preserve dignity and well--being,by providing quality care and enjoyment in a warm and...
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Photo of Sunrise of East Meadow
77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.1
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78 reviews
9.1
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78 reviews
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Staff is friendly and caring, chef came out to greet my father in law and speak to him about his food preferences. Since moving to Sunrise my father in law is active, talking with other residents and has...
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.
Sunrise Senior Living of East Meadow is conveniently located off of the Meadowbroook Parkway in the center of the island. Sunrise Senior Living has been providing excellent care to seniors for over 40 years, Sunrise of East Meadow has been providing care and a life style for seniors for 20...
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Photo of Benchmark at Stamford
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.1
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38 reviews
9.1
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38 reviews
5 star
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I think they did a great job with mom. They just need more activities to keep them more occupied. The staff were very kind. Food needs to be better
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.
Conveniently located off Merritt Parkway next to the High Ridge Shopping Center, just minutes from the Stamford JCC, downtown and the beach, Benchmark at Stamford – formerly Sunrise of Stamford – offers nationally award-winning assisted living and memory care. Easy access to downtown Stamford’s...
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Photo of The Villas of Manalapan
77 Photos available
9.1
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20 reviews
9.1
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20 reviews
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The Villas are very clean including the apartment. Staff has been very helpful to our friend. They seem to work well with us. They went above and beyond to help our friend adjust. He has been there for over...
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 Villas is a boutique, luxury senior living community located in Manalapan, New Jersey that is uniquely focused on healthy living, flexible living options and highly coordinated care. The Villas has truly redefined the retirement experience.The Villas offers Independent Living, Assisted...
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Photo of Sunrise of East Brunswick
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.1
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78 reviews
9.1
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78 reviews
5 star
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Mom has been there 1 year. In fact, today is her anniversary. Room is more than adequate. Mom has both "sides" of her apartment, so we were able to make her home very comfy! She was able to bring furniture...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Atria Riverdale
1111 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.1
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108 reviews
9.1
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108 reviews
5 star
41%
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30%
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2 star
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Overall, the staff is attentive and the facility is clean. The price is a little high. The food is good. The apartment size is average.
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.
Conveniently located just minutes from the City, Westchester and New Jersey, Atria Riverdale has been the Bronx's senior living community of choice for more than 15 years. With a continued commitment to quality, they have just completed a $14 million renovation to enhance the beauty and...
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Cost of independent living in Bergen County, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Bergen County is $5,252 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hudson County, NJ with an average of $3,327 per month.

Independent living costs in Bergen County, NJ, vs. nearby counties

Bergen County, NJ
$5,252/mo

Independent living costs in Bergen County, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Bergen County, NJ
$5,252/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Bergen County, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$9,285/mo
Independent Living
$5,252/mo

Independent living costs in Bergen County, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,058/mo
Studio
$4,227/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,658/mo

Senior living costs in Bergen County 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: Bergen County, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBergen County, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$5,252/mo$4,407/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$7,775/mo$7,748/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,285/mo$9,376/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Bergen County, NJ:$5,252/mo
New Jersey:$4,407/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Bergen County, NJ:$7,775/mo
New Jersey:$7,748/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Bergen County, NJ:$9,285/mo
New Jersey:$9,376/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Bergen County, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bergen County 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.

Bergen County, NJNJ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Bergen County, NJ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bergen County 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
Bergen County, NJ$4,870/mo$4,316/mo+12.8%
New Jersey$4,148/mo$4,491/mo-7.6%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Bergen County, NJ
2024 average cost:$4,870/mo
2023 average cost:$4,316/mo
Percent change:+12.8%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$4,148/mo
2023 average cost:$4,491/mo
Percent change:-7.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bergen County

Recent reviews for independent living in Bergen County

The Residence at St. Peter’s in River Edge, NJ

4.5
We went with The Senior Residence at Se. Peter Apostle because they offered a comparable level of service for almost $2000 less a month. The facility is smaller with only 20 rooms, it is a former convent so you have to be ok with a small room versus some other places that had large rooms. They ...
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Brandywine Princeton by Monarch

4.8
My mother has been here for over a ½ year and loves it! I could go on-and-on about how wonderful this place is. The Activities Dept. is spectacular! And when you live in a place like this, you need an incredible variety to pick from. I’m not talking about the normal things like Bingo or Crafts, ...
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Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted Living Program in Yonkers, NY

4.0
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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Bergen County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bergen County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bergen County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bergen County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bergen County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bergen County, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.1%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.3%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
44.3%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.1%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.7%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Bergen County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bergen County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bergen County, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.7%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
39.8%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bergen County independent 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 independent living communities in Bergen County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bergen County, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.1%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.2%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.8%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.6%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.1%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.6%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.7%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.9%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
48.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
35.9%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.2%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.5%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Arbor Terrace Teaneck, Juniper Village at Paramus and Brighton Gardens of Saddle River are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bergen County, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 555 independent living facilities near Bergen County, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Bergen County, New Jersey are Atria West 86, Atria Rye Brook and Atria Forest Hills. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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