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The cost of independent living in Friendship is about $4,510 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 298 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 Traditions of Cross KeysCommunity card badge
77 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.8
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87 reviews
9.8
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87 reviews
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14%
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Overall very satisfied with the community, The cafeteria could use a little help as far as getting residents to come together and not be so clicky.
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.
Spacious living suits with enclosed courtyards and paved walking trails highlight Traditions of Cross Keys, located in Glassboro, Gloucester County, New Jersey. History buffs and antique collectors know that Glassboro got its name from the successful glass industry is a part of its past....
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55 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.5
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95 reviews
9.5
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95 reviews
5 star
83%
4 star
9%
3 star
5%
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2%
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I would recommend Cardinal to my friends and family. I have lived here for 10 months. The best part is all my new friends. I have had some items misplaced during laundry day, however everyone was kind about...
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.
For more than 35 years, Cardinal Village has been a trusted choice for seniors and their families, offering both Independent Living and Assisted Living options in the heart of Sewell, New Jersey. Our experienced team of licensed nurses and dedicated caregivers are available 24 hours a day to...
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1313 Photos available
9.4
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26 reviews
9.4
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26 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
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0%
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It is an excellent place, people nice attentive and homey. Medicine / services and food no complaints. The staff meet the challenge, but as in all health related facilities , administration tries to get by...
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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9.2
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16 reviews
9.2
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16 reviews
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75%
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Staff very accommodating, Mom likes the food, nursing and housekeeping always on top of things, maintenance good at putting up pictures and repairing/replacing any malfunctioning equipment
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.
Terraces at Parke Place is an intimate senior living community nestled in the heart of Gloucester County! We firmly believe in fostering senior independence and allowing our residents the freedom to exercise autonomy, while offering a helping hand when needed.
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9.0
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34 reviews
9.0
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5 star
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4 star
21%
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They make sure you don't stay in your room all day and do their best to get you out of the room. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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 Summit Place we pride ourselves on our relaxed home like atmosphere where our residents come first. We are located in the small town of Glassboro, New Jersey, just one half mile east of Rowan College and two miles south of Lakeside Park. Our residents are happy to call Summit Place home due...
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1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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29 reviews
9.0
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29 reviews
5 star
56%
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It was very disappointing that administration took a back seat , and offered little assistance when they decided she couldn't live there anymore. All American administration was not horrible. They just...
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 All American Assisted Living at Washington Township, we offer a variety of community features. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Free resident parking and guest parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized care, every aspect of...
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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.
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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: 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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Cost of independent living in Friendship, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Friendship is $4,510 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shiloh, NJ with an average of $4,206 per month.

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

Friendship, NJ
$4,510/mo
$4,683/mo
$4,774/mo

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

Friendship, NJ
$4,510/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$5,739/mo
Independent Living
$4,510/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,438/mo
Studio
$6,263/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,609/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,725/mo

Senior living costs in Friendship 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: Friendship, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFriendship, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$4,510/mo$6,327/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$5,739/mo$7,287/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,739/mo$7,351/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Friendship, NJ:$4,510/mo
New Jersey:$6,327/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Friendship, NJ:$5,739/mo
New Jersey:$7,287/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Friendship, NJ:$5,739/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Friendship, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Friendship 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
Friendship, NJ$4,874/mo$3,782/mo+28.9%
New Jersey$3,195/mo$3,253/mo-1.8%
National$3,058/mo$2,953/mo+3.6%
Friendship, NJ
2024 average cost:$4,874/mo
2023 average cost:$3,782/mo
Percent change:+28.9%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$3,195/mo
2023 average cost:$3,253/mo
Percent change:-1.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,058/mo
2023 average cost:$2,953/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
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What families are saying about independent living in Friendship

Recent reviews for independent living in Friendship

Maurice House in Millville, NJ

5.0
My mom loves her "apartment " I wish the communication was better from the administration. No part is covered by insurance so all expenses are out of pocket

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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Luther Towers in Wilmington, DE

4.5
For how they try to accommodate the residents, they really go above and beyond. The only thing that is difficult is that my mom can't see that well and the ovens are geared for handicapped people and it's digital and she can't read the numbers. Lot's of activities. They have things like bingo, ...
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Friendship independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Friendship independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Friendship, 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 Friendship 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 Friendship 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
66.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Friendship 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 Friendship communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Friendship, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Friendship 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 Friendship offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
55.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Traditions of Cross Keys, Cardinal Village and Mullica Gardens Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Friendship, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Friendship, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Friendship, New Jersey are Traditions of Cross Keys and Cardinal Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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