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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Brooklawn, NJ

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The cost of independent living in Brooklawn is about $4,885 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 70 options. Read 1033 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.

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Last Updated: 12/4/25
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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.
Photo of Robinson Personal Care Home
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.
Robinson Personal Care Home is a senior living community located in Philadelphia, PA. Philadelphia is a very busy city and home to about 1.5 million people. Residents can find a host of activities to partake in, including going to restaurants, doing their shopping, going to games, concerts and...
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5 star
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4 star
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3 star
17%
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The Lions Gate community has been a good fit for my loved one. He is receiving the care and attention he needs. The staff is very attentive and keep him safe. The place overall is very clean and well...
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.
Lions gate, a continuing care retirement community in affiliation with the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey for adults 62 and up. Our residents enjoy an active worry free lifestyle complete with spacious apartments, cottages and a remarkable variety of amenities and on site...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Walnut Park Plaza Apartments
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Christian Life Services
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.
Photo of Simpson Gardens
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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 Shirley Court Apartments
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Taylors Personal Care Home
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.
Photo of Pavilion
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Brooklawn, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Brooklawn is $4,885 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Somerdale, NJ with an average of $4,719 per month.

Independent living costs in Brooklawn, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Brooklawn, NJ
$4,885/mo
$4,888/mo

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

Brooklawn, NJ
$4,885/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$5,760/mo
Independent Living
$4,885/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,121/mo
Studio
$6,049/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,599/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,335/mo

Senior living costs in Brooklawn 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: Brooklawn, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrooklawn, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$4,885/mo$6,327/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$5,760/mo$7,287/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,760/mo$7,351/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Brooklawn, NJ:$4,885/mo
New Jersey:$6,327/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Brooklawn, NJ:$5,760/mo
New Jersey:$7,287/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Brooklawn, NJ:$5,760/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Brooklawn, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Brooklawn have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Brooklawn, NJ$3,457/mo$3,148/mo+9.8%
New Jersey$4,041/mo$3,405/mo+18.7%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Brooklawn, NJ
2024 average cost:$3,457/mo
2023 average cost:$3,148/mo
Percent change:+9.8%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$4,041/mo
2023 average cost:$3,405/mo
Percent change:+18.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Brooklawn

Recent reviews for independent living in Brooklawn

The Manor and Manor Court in Huntingdon Valley, PA

5.0
My mom seems to be happy here. I don't hear any complaints. She seems to like the food and the staff. It's clean, and was in her price range. It all seems to be working out well so far.

Artman Lutheran Home in Ambler, PA

5.0
Dave the activity man is such a asset to Artman ,he is really trying to help my Mom and all the residents .He takes a real interest and will find family members and update them on how their loved one is doing .My Mom really likes him ! So glad he is there !

HarborChase of Wilmington

4.8
I'd say that while we expected a challenging transition from independent city life to assisted living, my uncle has been very happy there and that he's made a real home for himself there. We picked this community because it was a combination of the services they offered and the respect he was ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Mixed food quality and variety. Reviews highlight inconsistencies in food quality and limited options for special dietary needs. At Seaton Voorhees, residents mention the need for more flavor and variety in meals. At Woodbury Mews, some express dissatisfaction with the meals and report being denied additional food items.
Friendly and helpful staff. Staff members receive praise for their kindness and responsiveness to residents' needs. Reviews for Woodbury Mews and Seaton Voorhees mention the helpfulness of staff in answering questions and providing assistance.
Varied activities. Communities offer a range of activities for residents to enjoy. At Woodbury Mews, there are multiple activities daily, while Seaton Voorhees residents appreciate the availability of live music and dance fitness classes.
Well-maintained facilities and apartments. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of community facilities and residents' apartments. At Fountain View at Logan Square, renovations have improved the appearance of common areas, while Woodbury Mews residents appreciate the cleanliness of their apartments.
Engaging social environment. Communities foster a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with residents forming friendships and enjoying social activities together. At Fountain View at Logan Square, making new friends is a favorite aspect of living there.
Effective communication with families. Transparent communication between communities and families ensures that everyone is informed and care needs are being met. At Woodbury Mews, families appreciate regular meetings with community directors, both in person and virtually.
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Brooklawn independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brooklawn independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brooklawn, 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 Brooklawn 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 Brooklawn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brooklawn, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
35%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Brooklawn 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 Brooklawn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brooklawn, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brooklawn 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 Brooklawn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brooklawn, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.7%
46.4%
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