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The cost of independent living in Carteret is about $6,694 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 33 options. Read 539 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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Photo of Island Shores Senior Residence
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 The Veranda Assisted Living
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 Veranda Assisted Living is a newly renovated facility. It is a large 363 bed Medicaid assisted living facility. We are located on Staten Island, just minutes away from the Staten Island Ferry and Verrazano Bridge. Offering private and semi-private rooms that are available today. Providing...
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Heritage Estates is incredibly nice. The manager, [Removed], is very kind and attentive and the maintenance staff is always helpful. The other tenants are also friendly and sociable here, the community and...
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.
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Dad is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff are friendly, helpful and attentive. They are encouraging him to participate in some of the daily activities. He seems to like the food and...
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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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 Lofts at Fanwood is designed for 55+ Active Adults looking for high-end features and an abundance of space. The style of each apartment is different, but the size and number of the rooms are the same.
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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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Carteret, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Carteret is $6,694 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of $6,294 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Carteret, NJ vs. nearby cities

Carteret, NJ
$6,694/mo
$6,709/mo
$6,842/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Carteret, NJ vs. the state and national average

Carteret, NJ
$6,694/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Carteret vs. other types of senior living

$7,364/mo
Independent Living
$6,694/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Carteret, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,894/mo
Studio
$6,798/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,894/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,591/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Carteret over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Carteret

Recent reviews for independent living in Carteret

Arbor Terrace Mountainside

5.0
The only helpful thing would be using Touchpoint to create the shopping list when supplies run out. I often get multiple calls a day when they run out of soap supplies. Really minor because of such great care and medical coordination. Very happy with the transparency and visibility, the ...
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Sunrise of Morris Plains

4.9
After many difficult experiences with other elder care facilities, we are grateful to have found sunrise of morris plains. They are committed to providing the best care to those who have done so much for others, our aging and now vulnerable loved ones.

Sunrise of Lincroft

5.0
My mother has flourished at Sunrise of Lincroft. Her health and personal needs are provided for by a caring and kind staff and she can participate in a variety of activities that interest her and the other residents. The facility has a cozy home-like atmosphere. My mother is seen regularly by ...
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Carteret independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carteret independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carteret, 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 Carteret 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 Carteret 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
34.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
51.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.6%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Carteret 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 Carteret communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
44.8%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
41.4%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.6%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carteret 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 Carteret offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.7%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.6%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.8%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
51.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
34.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.8%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.7%
45.7%
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The Belvedere, Sunrise of Madison and Sunrise of Marlboro are the top-rated independent living facilities near Carteret, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 33 independent living facilities near Carteret, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Carteret, New Jersey are The Belvedere, Sunrise of Madison and Sunrise of Marlboro. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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