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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Crandon Lakes, NJ

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The cost of independent living in Crandon Lakes is about $5,690 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 402 options. Read 5389 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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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.
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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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Saint Francis Residential Community, a non profit, senior living community, located in Denville, NJ in the heart of Morris County, provides comfortable, safe and affordable living that is free from worry. We recently celebrated our 125th year. We offer living with assistance. Medication...
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My wife and I are very happy at this community. The staff are exceptionally friendly. The food tastes good and there is a good variety of choices. We have a nice apartment and a lot of friendly neighbors....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Franciscan Oaks is a life care retirement community located in the gentle rolling hills of Morris County, and just a short walk from the delightful town of Denville.  The nearby downtown offers specialty stores and boutiques, a multitude of restaurants, along with a charming library and...
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.
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.
You and your loved ones will feel confident that you are safe, happy, and well taken care of at Victoria Mews. Your days will be filled with good friends and good times, and your evenings will be filled with rest and relaxation. Please visit us ......our door is always open! We know how important...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
For over twenty years we have been proud to present this unique concept in assisted living and independent living for older adults, in a beautiful country setting. It is our aim to provide you with the services and programs you need to maintain independent, dignified living. Our staff is...
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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: Senior Apartments
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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.
The Brookside Personal Care Home, located in South Sterling, PA is a personal care home committed to providing its residents with a setting where they can continue their independnt lifestyle. We are a 24 bed facility, where residents receive personalized attention by the professional staff who...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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
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: Senior Apartments
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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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This facility is lovely and the staff are friendly and helpful. Before Covid, I visited my friend, who is a resident, every week. She has been so much happier since she moved in. The activities are good and...
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.
Spring Hills at Morristown is a unique residence designed to foster a productive and healthy lifestyle for those choosing to live in an assisted living environment. Our friendly, caring and professional staff is highly trained to meet the special needs of all the residents at Spring Hills. Our...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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
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.
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: 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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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.
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As I reflect on a bustling and boisterous Thanksgiving day with my family (Mom included), many things come to mind - impossibly delicious food, hilarious antics, and special family connections. I can safely...
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.
Whether you’re a resident or visitor you’re important to us. Our goal is always to make you feel welcome at our Senior Living Community. Here at The Chandler Estates, we promote an active, elegant, rural and independent lifestyle molded to suit each individual resident. We are “Proud to make a...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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 Crandon Lakes, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Crandon Lakes is $5,690 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brookfield, NJ with an average of $4,076 per month.

Independent living costs in Crandon Lakes, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Crandon Lakes, NJ
$5,690/mo
$7,732/mo

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

Crandon Lakes, NJ
$5,690/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

Independent living costs in Crandon Lakes, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$6,116/mo
Independent Living
$5,690/mo

Independent living costs in Crandon Lakes, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,736/mo
Studio
$6,935/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,522/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,921/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,540/mo

Senior living costs in Crandon Lakes 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: Crandon Lakes, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCrandon Lakes, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$5,690/mo$6,367/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$6,353/mo$7,291/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$6,116/mo$7,356/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Crandon Lakes, NJ:$5,690/mo
New Jersey:$6,367/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Crandon Lakes, NJ:$6,353/mo
New Jersey:$7,291/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Crandon Lakes, NJ:$6,116/mo
New Jersey:$7,356/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Crandon Lakes, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Crandon Lakes 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
Crandon Lakes, NJ$5,332/mo$4,167/mo+28.0%
New Jersey$4,082/mo$3,520/mo+16.0%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Crandon Lakes, NJ
2024 average cost:$5,332/mo
2023 average cost:$4,167/mo
Percent change:+28.0%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$4,082/mo
2023 average cost:$3,520/mo
Percent change:+16.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Crandon Lakes

Recent reviews for independent living in Crandon Lakes

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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Liza's House in Danielsville, PA

4.3
Pro Food is nutritious and prepared and served to please individuals...very accommodating for food and beverages. Welcoming environment Staff tends to be very pleasant and seem to care about the residents. Staff seems to know the residents. Staff members respond when concerns are brought to ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Variety of activities based on individual interests. Residents across multiple communities, including Thrive at Montvale, Traditions of Hanover, and Traditions of Hanover, express appreciation for the diverse range of activities offered, with many praising the ability to pursue hobbies and interests in new ways. From crafting and gardening t ...
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Friendly and accommodating staff. Reviews consistently mention the compassionate and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities, such as Sterling Heights, Traditions of Hanover, and Laurel Circle. Families and residents alike speak highly of the personal connections formed with staff members, who often go above a ...
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Well-maintained living spaces and grounds. Residents at Traditions of Hanover, The Delaney of Bridgewater, and Shawnee Ridge express gratitude for the cleanliness and upkeep of both their private apartments and the common areas within their communities. The commitment to maintaining a comfortable and attractive living environment i ...
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Accessible and convenient health care services. Many residents, including those at Arbor Terrace Teaneck, Fellowship Community, and Traditions of Hanover, share positive experiences with the availability and quality of health care services within their communities. The ease of access to medical assistance provides peace of mind for both ...
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Community atmosphere that feels like home. Numerous reviews, such as those from Traditions of Hanover, Fellowship Community, and Sterling Heights, highlight the sense of belonging that comes from living in a community where residents and staff form genuine connections. The homelike environment is a significant factor in overall sat ...
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Flexible meal plans and accommodations. Several residents, including those at Traditions of Hanover, Bentley Commons at Paragon Village, and Arbor Terrace Teaneck, note the importance of customized meal plans and individualized accommodations. The ability to cater to specific dietary needs and preferences is a key factor in resi ...
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Crandon Lakes independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Crandon Lakes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Crandon Lakes, 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 Crandon Lakes 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 Crandon Lakes 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
30.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.9%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
36.5%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.6%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Crandon Lakes 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 Crandon Lakes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Crandon Lakes, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
31.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Crandon Lakes 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 Crandon Lakes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.2%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.6%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.4%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.9%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.6%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.2%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
38.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
28.1%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.1%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.9%
46.5%
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