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The cost of independent living in Madison is about $6,962 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 59 options. Read 909 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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Last Updated: 9/26/24
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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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Photo of Marian Manor Housing
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.
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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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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
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.
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: 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: 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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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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Cost of independent living in Madison, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Madison is $6,962 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Caldwell, NJ with an average of $6,344 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Madison, NJ vs. nearby cities

Madison, NJ
$6,962/mo
$6,810/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Madison, NJ vs. the state and national average

Madison, NJ
$6,962/mo
U.S. national average
$4,144/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Madison vs. other types of senior living

$7,715/mo
Independent Living
$6,962/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Madison, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$6,786/mo
Studio
$7,914/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,534/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,795/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Madison over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Madison

Recent reviews for independent living in Madison

The Brielle in Staten Island, NY

5.0
The staff at the Brielle is very caring and attentive. They provide their residents with the assistance they need, activities, events, and good food.

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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Mira Vie Clifton

4.3
My mother [name removed], 83, stayed at Mira vie for three months over the summer. She was in the process of deciding if living at a home or at an apartment with help would be her long-term option. After three months and lots of positive things to say about Mira vie, She ultimately chose to move ...
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Madison independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Madison independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Madison, 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 Madison 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 Madison 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
42.4%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.8%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
45.8%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.7%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Madison 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 Madison communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
45.8%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.8%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
44.1%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.2%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Madison 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 Madison offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.5%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.1%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.2%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.2%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.2%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.6%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.4%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49.2%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.8%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
49.2%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
32.2%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.9%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.5%
45.6%
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Sunrise of Madison, Brookdale Wayne AL/MC and Van Dyk Park Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Madison, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 59 independent living facilities near Madison, New Jersey. See the full list.

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