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Photo of Sunrise of Randolph
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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51 reviews
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The facility was clean and bright. I feel like it was lacking in additional rooms and spaces for the residence to gather. The rooms were generous and size. I was not fond of the fact that they locked up...
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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Staff in the EHU is exceptionally caring and seems to always have time to speak with me about my loved one. I have only eaten the food a few times and it was what I would expect in a school cafeteria. It...
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.
At Glen Arden, seniors 62 and older enjoy an active, independent lifestyle, with the assurance of available long-term care.As a Continuing Care Retirement Community, Glen Arden gives you peace of mind by providing quality care as your needs change over time. This comes with the assurance that all...
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The staff for the most part is very good, the cleanliness and laundry service good, the food mediocre and the activities for residents are excellent. I feel our overall experience has been positive what I...
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 the Cupola is an assisted living community located in Paramus, New Jersey, in Bergen County and home to just over 26,000 people. Paramus is a wonderful borough with parks, golf, tennis shopping malls, small eateries and convenient access to interstates to New York. Residents will enjoy...
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1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.3
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We recently moved a loved one to Juniper and could not be happier. Our family fretted over our choice of AL facilities but after visiting Juniper, our decision was easy. Every staff member has made our...
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.
Juniper Village at Chatham is a gracious and enriching home to approximately 100 individuals. Located within walking distance to shopping and restaurants in the heart of beautiful Chatham Township, our classically appointed decor offers a refined ambiance while our distinctive programs nurture...
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I will give them a 4 only because there was a change in management that seems to have shifted the "vibe" there over the last 3 months or so. I would recommend.
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.
Mira Vie Warren offers an attractive new lifestyle alternative for older adults who may be experiencing some difficulty managing on their own at home. Mira Vie Warren offers a gracious environment with many beautiful common areas. It is conveniently located within a short distance of shops,...
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All 10s, if I could! Brighton Gardens was the best choice we could have made with and for my mom. They are everything any family could be looking for The director, [name removed], went above and beyond for...
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.
About Brighton Gardens of Saddle RiverCommunity & Location Highlights:•Offering assisted living, short-term stays, Reminiscence Neighborhood for residents with memory loss.•Coordination of hospice and nursing services allow residents to age in place•Near Valley Hospital, Hackensack...
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Extremely caring and helpful staff. They could sometimes be stretched thin, which became an issue when my mom's health worsened. But they really took care with her and I felt they created a warm environment....
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.
Brighton Gardens of Mountainside offers personalized care for older adults in Union County, NJ. Our compassionate team, including our Designated Care Managers, provides individualized care to fit your unique needs and preferences. We work to promote your independence, while providing you the...
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1414 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
9.3
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I would rate everything a number five except for the value my personal feeling is that the food allowance is definitely not enough for somebody who would want to be served three meals a day Pricing for meals...
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.
Come To Live Here.From the beginning, we envisioned a community designed less around senior living and more around – well… living! We envisioned a place that would not only draw people in, but together.Welcome to Thrive at Montvale.Located just off the Garden State Parkway and nearby the serene...
Photo of Juniper Village at Paramus
1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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Patient and good listeners to the family's needs. Did not seem pushy in any way; follow-up check in intervals were well paced, since our process required unknown time frames at first. Provided quality...
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.
Juniper Village at Paramus is a lively community that offers both standard assisted living for those needing a little help with activities of daily life and a secure memory care environment designed for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders.Lovely outdoor walking paths...
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44 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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BR is a lovely warm, friendly place. The staff and resident are warm and helpful. We do tend to help each other and other at the apts. The physicals are friendly and supportive. The kitchen staff are very...
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.
Belle Reve Senior Living and Health Care Center is located in the heart of Milford, PA and is convenient to all of Northeast PA, as well as Orange County, NY and Sussex County, NJ. Our skilled nursing and rehabilitation community offers short and long term care and is licensed by the Pennsylvania...
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Photo of Atria Cranford
1313 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.2
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165 reviews
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Room is nice. Not perfectly clean but good. Staff is kind but the cleaning people will not get involved in everyday care, such as tying a shoe or helping get on socks. Of course, they are told not to. I...
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.
Conveniently located just off the Garden State Parkway, down the road from Rahway River Park, Atria Cranford has served Union County families for more than 20 years. A friendly, tenured staff – including more than 60 employees with over a decade of experience at the community – is available 24/7....
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They are very welcoming/hospitable to family members on visits...could do better with providing updates on health, specific needs.
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.
Abode Care of Allentown is a welcoming Personal Care Community nestled in the heart of Lehigh Valley in Allentown Pennsylvania. Offering a full range of personal care services, and just-like-home amenities. Abode of Allentown is a comfortable setting to live, relax, and enjoy your golden...
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Dear Van Dyk Family, What you all do for my mother and for all of the residents is truly heart warming and inspiring. My mother is so full of life, so happy, not a care in the world, living her best...
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.
When visitors come to Van Dyk Park Place, they immediately notice the friendly and pleasant surroundings here. Owned for sixty years by the Van Dyk family, our CEO, Bob Van Dyk, is dedicated to giving the highest level of care to our residents and patients alike. Park Place is decorated warmly,...
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1111 Photos available
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Overall experience so far is good - the food is not great. The apartment is clean with a nice kitchen. Overall I am happy here. I am happy with my choice. The staff is superb, helpful and friendly. Would...
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.
Riverton Enhanced Senior Living is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located just ten minutes from historic Bethlehem on the Bethlehem/Allentown border. Just minutes from local shopping centers and accessible public transportation, our location is convenient and within close proximity to the...
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2222 Photos available
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Marketing Staff (excellent) Director (excellent) Staff -aides, nurses, housekeeping, everyone (excellent) Activities personnel (excellent)
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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1414 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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Overall I give Laurel circle an outstanding recommendation. Staff here is so kind and helpful. One of the major benefits of being here is the socialization with other residents and the activities provided....
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.
Discover Laurel Circle – full-service senior living in Bridgewater, NJ, with a unique personality and a distinct spirit. Enjoy a convenient, maintenance-free lifestyle with:-Plentiful services and amenities-An unmatched, flexible monthly dining plan-An engaging schedule of resident-organized...
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The staff is extremely concerned about the welfare of the people in their care. The staff is very friendly. The facility is very clean. They have daily events and welcome the town to some. There is an...
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.
MapleShade offers Personal Care and A Secured Dementia Unit. Please call for details.When it comes to Peace and Tranquility, MapleShade Meadows cannot be beat! Our one floor Senior Living Community is located along a picturesque creek in a meadow in the quiet town of Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania....
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Staff was amazing. Very attentive. My mom loved them all. Activities were endless. The 3:00 happy hour with music was a favorite. My mom is a picky eater. She was never satisfied with the food. They did...
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 Mt Arlington Senior Living. Mt. Arlington Senior Living sits high on a hilltop offering breathtaking views of the rolling hills and wooded landscape surrounding the community. The Community is located just minutes from local shopping, restaurants, Lake Hopatcong, places of worship, and...
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1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.1
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All 5, they are wonderful. Very clean, attentive staff, just a happy place and yes we would recommend All American Assisted Living at Hillsborough to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
All American Assisted Living at Hillsborough works hard every day to create the best assisted living experience possible for our residents and their families. We believe that every resident, and every staff member, is a vital part of our extended family and we are dedicated to proving affordable...
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My mother passed away on Friday. She was there about two years and immediately they welcomed her with open arms as reluctant as she is lol they made her feel at home and part of the family. The day she...
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.
Westwind Manor Westwind Manor is an assisted living community that enjoys a quiet spot on the outskirts of Franklin, NJ. Our community is made up of paved paths for family walks, shaded courtyards where residents can sit and enjoy the fresh air and manicured landscaping that creates a majestic...
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44 Floor plans available
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Our experience was limited as my mother in law passed away before we were able to move in, but the staff were all professional, helpful and very understanding.
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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The Management are excellent providing answers to any questions you may have. The receptionist are great greeting everyone and the place to go for questions and they will refer you to the right person to...
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 Spring Hills Somerset, we are committed to making healthy living the foundation of every aspect of life. From dining that truly satisfies, to fitness that invigorates and motivates, down to the smaller details, such as our use of safe, non-toxic cleaning products in each assisted living...
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The staff is attentive. They come within 5 min of the pendant being rung except meal time. Then it's very slow. The medical staff is great. The outside doctors are thorough. There are of course some blunders...
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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1010 Photos available
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9.1
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What we like the most about the community is that it is 5 minutes away, that is the best thing. However, other than that the food is excellent and my mom is very comfortable being there.
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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I think the caretakers are great. I appreciate that I am always informed as to how my Mom is doing. I would recommend to others.
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.
Brighton Gardens of Edison is located just minutes from the Garden State Parkway, the New Jersey Turnpike, Route 1, Route 287, and is within walking distance from the Metro Park train station. Residents may enjoy the many nearby attractions including the Menlo Park Mall, seasonal farmers markets,...
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Cost of independent living in Hardwick Center, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Hardwick Center is $5,587 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brookfield, NJ with an average of $4,101 per month.

Independent living costs in Hardwick Center, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Hardwick Center, NJ
$5,587/mo

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

Hardwick Center, NJ
$5,587/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Hardwick Center, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$6,355/mo
Independent Living
$5,587/mo

Independent living costs in Hardwick Center, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,475/mo
Studio
$3,302/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,419/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,377/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,170/mo

Senior living costs in Hardwick Center 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: Hardwick Center, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHardwick Center, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$5,587/mo$6,429/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$6,258/mo$7,358/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$6,355/mo$7,423/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Hardwick Center, NJ:$5,587/mo
New Jersey:$6,429/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Hardwick Center, NJ:$6,258/mo
New Jersey:$7,358/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Hardwick Center, NJ:$6,355/mo
New Jersey:$7,423/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Hardwick Center, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hardwick Center 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.

Hardwick Center, NJNJ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Hardwick Center, NJ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hardwick Center 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
Hardwick Center, NJ$5,415/mo$4,160/mo+30.2%
New Jersey$4,082/mo$3,520/mo+16.0%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Hardwick Center, NJ
2024 average cost:$5,415/mo
2023 average cost:$4,160/mo
Percent change:+30.2%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$4,082/mo
2023 average cost:$3,520/mo
Percent change:+16.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Hardwick Center

Recent reviews for independent living in Hardwick Center

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

Friendly and accommodating staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members, who go above and beyond to help residents and their families. At Thrive at Montvale, for instance, the community relations person suggested an automated pill dispenser to keep a resident in independent living, while the ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents appreciate the diverse range of activities that communities offer, including social events, games, and outings. The staff at Traditions of Hanover work hard to keep residents active and engaged, while Sterling Heights mentions the availability of bingo and exercise classes. In Tra ...
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Well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of community living spaces, whether it's for private rooms or common areas. Residents of Sterling Heights and The Delaney of Bridgewater appreciate the spotless facilities, while Fellowship Community praises the beautiful, natural sur ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication between communities and families is important for peace of mind. In Traditions of Hanover, the administration and staff are caring and professional in looking after residents and their families. Families in The Delaney of Bridgewater appreciate the ease of ...
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Gorgeous, modern facilities. Many reviews highlight the attractiveness and modernity of communities, with beautiful buildings and newconstructions. Residents in Thrive at Montvale and Laurel Circle are particularly impressed by the stunning facilities, while Sterling Heights mentions the attractive location of the com ...
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Delicious and diverse dining options. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. In Traditions of Hanover, the food is too good to miss, while residents in Sterling Heights and Whitehall Manor have mixed feelings about the meals. However, many communities offer a choice of dining ...
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Hardwick Center independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hardwick Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hardwick Center, 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 Hardwick Center 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 Hardwick Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hardwick Center, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.2%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.8%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
37.9%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.6%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Hardwick Center 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 Hardwick Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hardwick Center, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.6%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
33.1%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hardwick Center 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 Hardwick Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hardwick Center, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.2%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.6%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.7%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.9%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.1%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.9%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40.3%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
29.8%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.1%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Gardens of Green Ridge, Traditions of Hanover and Twin Cedar Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hardwick Center, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 419 independent living facilities near Hardwick Center, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Hardwick Center, New Jersey are Traditions of Hanover, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Brookdale Wayne AL/MC. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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