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The cost of independent living in Bernards is about $5,148 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 627 options.

Read 12877 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance. You may also consider nearby communities such as Staten Island, Princeton and Morristown.

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Photo of Monmouth Crossing Assisted Living
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Monmouth housing give my mom a safe, healthy living and caring place. They all learned her individual personality activities and treated her arts respect while allowing for her personality to thieve for this...
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.
Monmouth Crossing is owned and operated by CentraState Healthcare System, a not-for-profit member of the Robert Wood Johnson Health Network, an established health care provider that offers comprehensive acute care, physician, and community services. Monmouth Crossing's studio, one-bedroom and...
Photo of Arbor Terrace Monmouth
2929 Photos available
3434 Floor plans available
8.0
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I took my father for lunch and he liked it.. The villa's in Holmdel left us cold - too big. The Atria in Tinton Falls seemed just a little tired. So it seemed like a good fit. Also the location is between my...
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.
Arbor Terrace Monmouth offers personalized assisted living and specialized memory care for residents living with Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia in the Shrewsbury, New Jersey area. At Arbor Terrace Monmouth, we believe residents are the center of our universe. Our compassionate...
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8.0
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15 reviews
8.0
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This is a wonderful facility. It has an intimate feel with a family oriented atmosphere. The staff is absolutely amazing with all the residents. The love and care they show towards each individual staying...
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.
Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home is a licensed personal care facility nestled in the scenic Cherry Valley of the Pocono Mountains. The home is quiet and remote, yet minutes from the Pocono Hospital, shopping and banking in Stroudsburg. The owners and management of Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home...
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If you ask my brother who is the resident he'd rate the place 5 stars. He loves the food, the activities (entertainment) and the fact that he has a lot of people around to speak with. For me (his sister) I'd...
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.
By the sea...amidst the South Shore's most prestigious oceanfront residential community is The Nautilus Hotel. Designed in the tradition of a grand resort hotel. The Nautilus Hotel offers an enriched, carefree lifestyle for discerning, senior adults. Located on the boardwalk in Atlantic Beach,...
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Photo of Wesley Enhanced Living Upper Moreland
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77 Floor plans available
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My ratings are based on comparison with our lifestyle before entering Wesley Enhanced Loving (WEL). The biggest change was demographics: about 80% of the residents are women, and of those, about 60% or more...
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.
Wesley Enhanced Living Upper Moreland is a senior living community located in Hatboro, PA, which is a historical borough in Montgomery County and home to just over 7,000 people. Residents can enjoy relaxing in quiet parks, walking to local stores, and going out to restaurants. Wesley Enhanced...
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Photo of The Chelsea at New City
1313 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
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The staff here are patient, happy and helpful. I have been visiting and I have only wonderful things to say about the staff in all areas from housekeeping to dining to maintenance and programs. The front...
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.
Start your latest adventure in a modern building with elegant stone accents, oversized picture windows, and lushly landscaped ground! Chelsea at New City welcomes older adults into a resort-style community offering assisted living and memory care. Surrounded by mature deciduous trees in New City,...
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Photo of Renaissance Home Northampton
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I would never have known about this place, but it's awesome. I would recommend to others.
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.
The staff here at Renaissance Home Northampton are highly qualified and are dedicated to providing the best care and assistance that our residents could ask for. We are focused on helping residents to maintain their freedom and independence as much as they would like and need. Our staff can also...
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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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The staff was friendly and provided great care. The facilities were clean and the room was just the right size for my Dad. I would absolutely recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for...
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.
At Park Creek Place, a pet friendly senior living community, our goal is to offer our residents the opportunity to thrive in mind and body by providing compassionate assistance in their daily routine. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed...
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Photo of Brandywine Serenade by Monarch
2525 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
7.9
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6 reviews
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Staff are friendly, know patients by name and habits. Very good on following up with requested tasks ( e.g. make sure she goes to daily exercise session). Staff communicate to each other about patient...
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.
Unwind to the sounds of nature and the rhythm of refined living at Brandywine Serenade by Monarch. Here, luxury and personalized care come together in a tranquil setting that feels more like a boutique retreat than a senior residence. Every element—from our elegant Signature suites to our bespoke...
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Photo of Kittay Senior Apartments
1313 Photos available
7.9
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49 reviews
7.9
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49 reviews
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The staff has been extremely helpful and patient - from the very start when we were just inquiring about [name removed], to the multiple visits, to move in, to my father settling in.
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.
Kittay - CHOSEN AS ONE OF THE "BEST OF SNEIOR LIVING 2020" BY SENIOR ADVISOR.COM - is an independent living community where tenants can live on their own, in a place that encourages their independence, creativity, vitality, and spunk – all with the level of support that’s right for them.Kittay...
Photo of Maplewood at Princeton
2525 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
7.9
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Maplewood is a beautiful place. The people who work there are friendly and helpful. I would recommend Maplewood to others. . It was comparably priced to other long term care facilities we looked at, but it...
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.
Welcome to an inspiring senior living community located right on the campus of Penn Medicine-Princeton Health in downtown Plainsboro. Nestled moments away from the prestigious Princeton University, the world-class McCarter Theatre Center, the Institute for Advanced Studies, Palmer Square, and...
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Photo of Brandywine Middlebrook Crossing by Monarch
2323 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
7.8
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Very happy with it. All of the above - the room is gutted and refurbished between each patient. The staff there are amazing all my interactions have been positive although I do not and cannot hear from my...
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 Brandywine Middlebrook Crossing, every day feels like it was designed just for you. Nestled in the heart of Bridgewater, New Jersey, our community blends the warmth of home with the ease of hotel-style living—where care is always close by, and joy is always on the calendar. Whether you're...
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Photo of The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights
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7.8
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My sister was there for a respite stay following surgery. I found the staff to be professional, competent and courteous in all their dealings with me on behalf of my sister (the client), often going above...
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 Watermark at Brooklyn Heights offers studios along with one and two-bedroom residences for Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Independent and Assisted Living residences include designer kitchens or kitchenettes, private balconies, and modern bathrooms with zero-threshold...
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Photo of Brandywine Governor's Crossing by Monarch
99 Photos available
1818 Floor plans available
7.7
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36 reviews
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When considering a community your objectives should be: 1) Care offered by facility tailored to your needs..... they are flexible 2) Staff seniority do they have longevity.... speaks volumes to management...
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.
Imagine a place where each morning brings a warm welcome, and every detail is designed for ease, comfort, and joy. At Brandywine Governor’s Crossing, nestled on the edge of Englishtown, vibrant days and meaningful connections come naturally—surrounded by charm, convenience, and a true sense of...
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Photo of Sunrise of Franklin Lakes
2424 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
7.7
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My mom had a tough adjustment to her new home, but everyone at Sunrise helped with making her feel at home. Everyone from the staff is so nice and were so patient with my mom. They did everything they...
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.
Located in the beautiful residential area of Bergen County, just 30 minutes from New York City, Sunrise of Franklin Lakes provides the very best in personalized care and services to seniors—including assisted living and memory care—in elegant surroundings. Our community is close to the...
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Photo of Deer Meadows Retirement Community
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7.7
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53 reviews
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The staff is very friendly. Just walking down the hallway is pleasant because everyone says hello. We're using the nurse practitioner who I think of as a PCP but each Doctor seems to be working...
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.
Deer Meadows Retirement Community (DMRC) offers the perfect combination for today's seniors -- active, independent living in a safe, caring environment. Enjoy freedom and comfort in our beautiful new luxury apartments while staying fit in our wellness center. Rest in the confidence that you or...
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Photo of Sunrise of Morris Plains
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.6
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46 reviews
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The facility is very nice, clean and homey The staff seem to be attentive although my friend says they do not respond when she presses her call button. But I cannot verify the accuracy of that comment. Food...
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 Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge
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Arbor Terrace offers numerous opportunities for resident engagement. The staff is very attentive. Meal time offers another opportunity for socialization and the food (by menu) is wonderful. We are in a shred...
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.
Photo of Sunrise of Livingston
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Staff are unreal amazing! Greet residents by name wherever they are in building, very attentive, never ever seem bothered or annoyed are very kind safety conscious and will give everyone undivided attention...
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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I think the administration and most of the staff really tried to care for my husband. However, there were some nurses in the rehab area downstairs that were truly excellent and others that had a very bad...
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 Wayne is an assisted living community located in Wayne, New Jersey in Passaic County and home to just over 54,000 people. Wayne is a vibrant community with lots of great shopping, stores, movies and relaxing activities. Residents can get out and take their nature walks, enjoy park-like...
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I found that the staff was very attentive to my loved one's needs and was in constant communication with me regarding health. Only staff member I was not 100% happy with was the facility Dr (nurse was good)...
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.
Licensed by New York State. Dept. of Health. Park like surroundings with lush gardens and expansive sun decks. Close to transportation and shopping. Gourmet kosher cuisine with special diets ac comodated Harbor View offers a wide array of social activities throughout the day. Physical...
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My experience was good. I would give Amber Court a 4. I would recommend to others. I would say, that they should keep track of clothing or other items left for the patient.
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.
At Amber Court of Pelham Gardens, we offer assisted living in a warm, welcoming environment where personalized care and everyday comfort come together. As part of the Amber Court family, we are proud to continue a tradition of compassionate, resident-centered senior care that has defined our...
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My Mom was at Meadowview Assisted Living Memory Care unit at Wartburg. My Family and I found the staff to be very knowledable, caring, kind, warm, loving, to all the Residents. My Mom, had the best care til...
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.
Wartburg is a 34-acre campus that offers an inspiring setting where older adults live well and thrive with comfort, confidence, and connection. For generations, Wartburg has been a trusted leader in senior living and healthcare, providing a full continuum of care—including independentliving,...
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3333 Floor plans available
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I am very happy with the service they provide. The facility is amazing. Clean, new, fresh and tons of natural light and outdoor space for the residents. The spaces are well proportioned and thoughtfully...
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.
A HOMETOWN SETTING WITH THE WORLD AT YOUR FEET ASSISTED LIVING | MEMORY CARE 72 RESIDENCES MONTHLY RENTALAN EXCLUSIVE WELLNESS DESTINATION: UNDERSTATED LUXURY Senior Living Refined, bespoke, original, captivating, and local – finally, a retirement community designed to echo the people of...
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Cost of independent living in Bernards, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Bernards is $5,148 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Elizabeth, NJ with an average of $3,741 per month.

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

Bernards, NJ
$5,148/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Bernards, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$9,435/mo
Independent Living
$5,148/mo

Independent living costs in Bernards, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,233/mo
Studio
$4,445/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,121/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,716/mo

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

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bernards 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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Independent living cost trends in Bernards, NJ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bernards 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
Bernards, NJ$4,618/mo$4,495/mo+2.7%
New Jersey$4,148/mo$4,491/mo-7.6%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Bernards, NJ
2024 average cost:$4,618/mo
2023 average cost:$4,495/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
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 Bernards

Recent reviews for independent living in Bernards

Brandywine Pennington by Monarch

5.0
My mother passed away at Brandywine last month. The decisions you are facing now about the care of a loved one are difficult and life-changing ones. It is with great gratitude that share my experiences with Brandywine at Pennington to assist you. This is the third review I have written over ...
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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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Friends Village, Styer Campus in Newtown, PA

4.2
We chose this facility because I thought it would fit my brother-in-laws personality better. He is in a community where there are 3 or 4 suites, almost like a motel set-up. He has a dog so he is able to go out the front or back door, its more private and personal. His cottage is good sized, it ...
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Bernards independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bernards independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bernards, 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 Bernards 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 Bernards 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
35.9%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
41.8%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.8%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.7%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Bernards 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 Bernards communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
39.6%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.7%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
38.6%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bernards 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 Bernards offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.5%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.1%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.8%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.9%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.1%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.2%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
47%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
34.1%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.7%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.5%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Monarch Basking Ridge, The Residence at Basking Ridge and CareOne at Hamilton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bernards, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 627 independent living facilities near Bernards, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Bernards, New Jersey are Traditions of Hanover, Atria West 86 and Brandywine The Gables by Monarch. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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