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The cost of independent living in Laurel Heights is about $4,871 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 364 options. Read 6504 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: 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
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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: 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: 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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I recently spent 3 weeks at The Meadows while recovering from a fractured hip and hip replacement surgery. I recommend this place very highly. There was one aide who worked the night shift who consistently...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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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.
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.
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 decision to leave the comfort of your own home to move into an assisted living residence is a difficult one for most people. You don't need constant help, every day. But you do need a little help from time to time. Is it worth the move? Assisted living can offer you more lifestyle choices at...
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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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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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We've had a great experience with this place, I'd give them top marks across the board! The director is absolutely wonderful. The facility itself is nice looking and very well kept. It isn't quite as...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
     Country Rest Home is a privately owned and operated facility licensed by the State of Delaware.  We are located on 45 beautiful acres in Greenwood, Delaware.  The nursing facility was founded in 1954 by Laban and Nanna Swartzentruber and later purchased in 1981...
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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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We sold our house and temporarily moved to Victorian Village until we could find our permanent home. After six months we realized this is where we wanted to live. We love the layout and spaciousness of our...
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.
Victorian Village at Loller Academy-two bedroom,two bath luxury living at its finest! All residences have granite counter tops, GE appliances, and terraces. Take time to relax and enjoy life....leave the maintenance to us!

Cost of independent living in Laurel Heights, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Laurel Heights is $4,871 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shiloh, NJ with an average of $4,231 per month.

Independent living costs in Laurel Heights, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Laurel Heights, NJ
$4,871/mo
$4,899/mo
$4,231/mo

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

Laurel Heights, NJ
$4,871/mo
U.S. national average
$4,166/mo

Independent living costs in Laurel Heights, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$5,634/mo
Independent Living
$4,871/mo

Independent living costs in Laurel Heights, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,272/mo
Studio
$5,941/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,037/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,627/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,119/mo

Senior living costs in Laurel Heights 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: Laurel Heights, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLaurel Heights, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$4,871/mo$6,335/mo$4,166/mo
Assisted Living$5,634/mo$7,290/mo$4,709/mo
Memory Care$5,634/mo$7,355/mo$4,961/mo
Independent Living
Laurel Heights, NJ:$4,871/mo
New Jersey:$6,335/mo
U.S.:$4,166/mo
Assisted Living
Laurel Heights, NJ:$5,634/mo
New Jersey:$7,290/mo
U.S.:$4,709/mo
Memory Care
Laurel Heights, NJ:$5,634/mo
New Jersey:$7,355/mo
U.S.:$4,961/mo
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Independent living costs in Laurel Heights, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Laurel Heights 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Laurel Heights, NJ$3,603/mo$3,146/mo+14.5%
New Jersey$4,082/mo$3,520/mo+16.0%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Laurel Heights, NJ
2024 average cost:$3,603/mo
2023 average cost:$3,146/mo
Percent change:+14.5%
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 Laurel Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Laurel Heights

Harrison House Chester County in Coatesville, PA

4.9
Only been at HH for slightly over a year but have found all the nurses and staff to be very friendly and helpful, always willing lend me a helping hand when I need it. I enjoy the many little features that are provided, which are not provided in other living environments. Every week a new ...
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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 !

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and supportiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills, the staff goes above and beyond to welcome new residents and help them adjust. At Parkers Bend Retirement, residents praise the staff for their attentiv ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Activities play a major role in residents' satisfaction with their living arrangements. At Harmony at Kent, residents enjoy a wide range of activities, such as movie nights, gardening classes, and outings to museums and parks. In addition, some communities, like Fountain View at Logan Square ...
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Individually tailored care plans. Individualized care plans are important for ensuring that residents receive the support they need to thrive. At Woodbury Mews, the staff takes the time to understand each resident's unique needs and adjusts their care plan accordingly. Similarly, at Simpson House, a CCRC, residents are invol ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are crucial factors in creating a comfortable living environment. At Seaton Voorhees, residents appreciate the well-maintained facilities, both inside and out. Other communities, like Parkers Bend Retirement, have undergone recent renovations to enhance the overall aes ...
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Delicious and diverse meal options. Quality meals are a priority for many residents, and several communities, such as Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills, offer a variety of delicious and nutritious options to cater to individual dietary needs and preferences.
Strong sense of community. At Bellingham at West Chester, residents comment on the close-knit and warm community atmosphere. Similar sentiments are expressed at Encore at Foulk, where residents bond over shared interests and activities.
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Laurel Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Laurel Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Laurel Heights, 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 Laurel Heights 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 Laurel Heights 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
33%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.5%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
39.9%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.1%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Laurel Heights 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 Laurel Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
39.6%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Laurel Heights 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 Laurel Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.8%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.8%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.8%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.5%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.1%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
48.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
35.5%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.1%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Parkers Bend Retirement, Azalea of Cinnaminson and Brookdale Cape May are the top-rated independent living facilities near Laurel Heights, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 364 independent living facilities near Laurel Heights, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Laurel Heights, New Jersey are Azalea of Cinnaminson, Brookdale Cape May and Viva Senior Living at Cross Keys. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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