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Riverwalk Senior Apartments are located in historic Salem, Salem County, New Jersey. The Salem Court House was erected in 1735 and still serves as city administrative offices and has the original bell inside this amazing American monument. Salem also has a marvelous Aquatic nursery for a...
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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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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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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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If you need dialysis and care the combination is easy for all parties. The food quality is horrible. Meals come cold colder is cold - you order something and get something different.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Me and my loved one really likes this community. It is very beautiful and 2 stories. My loved one is very,very pleased here. The only ting that I would like to see is some sort of activities for the...
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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.
Family owned and operated for 21 years, we offer an experienced staff plus a history of rent increases that will comfort you. Prime 3 acre location near parks, churches, Spring Lake boardwalk and town shopping. No entrance fee, just an all-inclusive monthly payment that includes 3 meals a day,...
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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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My mom is a newer resident at Brightview Wayne and everything has been great so far. The staff seem very responsive, she likes the food and the move in process was smooth.
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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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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, 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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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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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.
Owned and operated by Doylestown Hospital, Pine Run Lakeview is a gracious and supportive non-profit community truly committed to our values of choice, dignity and respect for each individual. We are located adjacent to the historic borough of Doylestown and our residents enjoy its rich cultural...
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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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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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Rooms are very small.I have been around 71 years and I have large pieces. I had to get rid of my king size bet for this mess full size. We do our own activity. There are no doctors on hand. Most of us get...
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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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Overall we're very pleased with how things turned out at Luther Towers. The staff here is friendly and professional, and they were a big help and made the whole move-in process very easy. It's a nice looking...
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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.
Luther Towers II Luther Towers II is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Wilmington, Delaware where the Christina River, the Brandywine Creek, and the Delaware River all meet. With a beautiful and vibrant riverfront containing theatres, markets, restaurants, and...
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I'm very happy to be here! It's a clean, nice looking place, and it was in great shape when I moved in! The staff here is very friendly, and very organized, They check in every morning to make sure everyone...
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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.
Luther Towers is a beautiful assisted living community located in historic Willmington, Delaware. Willmington has many galleries, museums, and gardens for its residents to enjoy. You can also enjoy one of the many ethnic festival that are held in Willmington each year. The staff at Luther Towers...
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My loved one is doing very well here. He is being cared for very well here. I'am happy with everything they have done for us. The staff is patient and very caring towards the residents. They do a good job...
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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.
Ingleside Homes offers affordable assisted living to all fail seniors, regardless of income, who need assistance with two or more activities of assisted living such as eating, bathing and dressing.
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My mom has been here for two months now and really loves it. It is a perfect balance of independence and essential services and activities. She likes the food, there is so much offered each week to do and...
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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.
Ingleside Retirement Apartments in Wilmington, Delaware is all about promoting independent living among their community members with senior apartment rentals and home ownership in retirement communities. Wilmington is a part of New Castle County, and it offers much explore. If you're not sure...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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.
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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 Lower Forge, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Lower Forge is $5,418 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Medford Lakes, NJ with an average of $4,636 per month.

Independent living costs in Lower Forge, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Lower Forge, NJ
$5,418/mo
$6,012/mo

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

Lower Forge, NJ
$5,418/mo
U.S. national average
$4,219/mo

Independent living costs in Lower Forge, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$6,478/mo
Independent Living
$5,418/mo

Independent living costs in Lower Forge, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,363/mo
Studio
$3,400/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,072/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,236/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,519/mo

Senior living costs in Lower Forge 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: Lower Forge, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLower Forge, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$5,418/mo$6,181/mo$4,219/mo
Assisted Living$6,473/mo$7,147/mo$4,760/mo
Memory Care$6,478/mo$7,207/mo$5,025/mo
Independent Living
Lower Forge, NJ:$5,418/mo
New Jersey:$6,181/mo
U.S.:$4,219/mo
Assisted Living
Lower Forge, NJ:$6,473/mo
New Jersey:$7,147/mo
U.S.:$4,760/mo
Memory Care
Lower Forge, NJ:$6,478/mo
New Jersey:$7,207/mo
U.S.:$5,025/mo
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Independent living costs in Lower Forge, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lower Forge 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
Lower Forge, NJ$3,467/mo$3,112/mo+11.4%
New Jersey$4,109/mo$3,594/mo+14.3%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
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2024 average cost:$3,467/mo
2023 average cost:$3,112/mo
Percent change:+11.4%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$4,109/mo
2023 average cost:$3,594/mo
Percent change:+14.3%
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 Lower Forge

Recent reviews for independent living in Lower Forge

Brandywine Pennington by Monarch

5.0
My mother passed away at Brandywine last month. The decisions you are facing now about the care of a loved one are difficult and life-changing ones. It is with great gratitude that share my experiences with Brandywine at Pennington to assist you. This is the third review I have written over ...
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Friends Village, Styer Campus in Newtown, PA

4.2
We chose this facility because I thought it would fit my brother-in-laws personality better. He is in a community where there are 3 or 4 suites, almost like a motel set-up. He has a dog so he is able to go out the front or back door, its more private and personal. His cottage is good sized, it ...
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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 !

Lower Forge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lower Forge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lower Forge, 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 Lower Forge 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 Lower Forge 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
37.3%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.3%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
43%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.5%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Lower Forge 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 Lower Forge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40.7%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.4%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
38.1%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lower Forge 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 Lower Forge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
49.5%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.9%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
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33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.5%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.7%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.8%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
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47.5%
Dances
Dances
36.5%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Spring Village at Hammonton, Parkers Bend Retirement and Brandywine The Gables by Monarch are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lower Forge, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 442 independent living facilities near Lower Forge, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lower Forge, New Jersey are Brandywine The Gables by Monarch, Parkers Bend Retirement and Spring Village at Hammonton. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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