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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mercer County, NJ

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The cost of independent living in Mercer County is about $5,729 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 29 options. Read 416 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Princeton, Doylestown and Bridgewater.

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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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Cost of independent living in Mercer County, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Mercer County is $5,729 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beverly, NJ with an average of $4,958 per month.

Independent living costs in Mercer County, NJ, vs. nearby counties

Mercer County, NJ
$5,729/mo
$5,410/mo
$5,912/mo

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

Mercer County, NJ
$5,729/mo
U.S. national average
$4,210/mo

Independent living costs in Mercer County, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$6,764/mo
Independent Living
$5,729/mo

Independent living costs in Mercer County, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$3,052/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,416/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,924/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,786/mo

Senior living costs in Mercer County 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: Mercer County, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMercer County, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$5,729/mo$6,186/mo$4,210/mo
Assisted Living$6,729/mo$7,129/mo$4,750/mo
Memory Care$6,764/mo$7,189/mo$5,013/mo
Independent Living
Mercer County, NJ:$5,729/mo
New Jersey:$6,186/mo
U.S.:$4,210/mo
Assisted Living
Mercer County, NJ:$6,729/mo
New Jersey:$7,129/mo
U.S.:$4,750/mo
Memory Care
Mercer County, NJ:$6,764/mo
New Jersey:$7,189/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Mercer County

Recent reviews for independent living in Mercer County

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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Springpoint Living at Manalapan

5.0
5 across the board for Springpoint Living at Manalapan. My Mom loved it there. We will definitely have her stay there for respite again and would consider it for long term care. Based on the experience we have had so far with the community, we would absolutely recommend this community to other ...
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Rose Hill Assisted Living in Robbinsville, NJ

5.0
We had a good tour experience with Rose Hill Assited Living. They were a second floor only full care facility. No access to outside unless family takes them out. They were all very friendly people, but we just liked the layout of a different facility better for our loved ones needs.

Mercer County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mercer County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mercer County, 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 Mercer County 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 Mercer County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mercer County, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.2%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.3%
34.9%
No sugar
No sugar
54.2%
31.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
34.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.5%
10.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Mercer County 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 Mercer County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mercer County, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
37%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.3%
44%
Room service
Room service
50%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mercer County 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 Mercer County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mercer County, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
28.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.7%
33.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.3%
43.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.8%
38.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.2%
42.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.2%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
54.2%
33.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.8%
40%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
47%
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CareOne at Hamilton, Azalea at Hamilton and The Terraces at Lawrence are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mercer County, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 29 independent living facilities near Mercer County, New Jersey. See the full list.
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