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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mount Salem, NJ

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The cost of independent living in Mount Salem is about $5,387 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 645 options. Read 11359 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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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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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, 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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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....
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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.
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...
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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: 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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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.
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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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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: 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.
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.
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.
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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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It has been a very positive experience for us at this community. Everyone here are very nice and caring, The residents were very welcoming and friendly. You really get the sense of a great community here....
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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.
Waterside Villas, an apartment community for adults 55+, is located in Monroe Township, an area that is fast becoming one of New Jersey's best places to live because of its small town warmth and big city appeal. Waterside Villas features 99 well-appointed apartments that have been designed to...
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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: 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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My aunt lives in the Enclave in Livingston NJ and has been receiving care from assisting hands of Livingston. The care that they provide is amazing and gives our family comfort and peace of mind.
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, 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, 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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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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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 Mount Salem, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Mount Salem is $5,387 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brookfield, NJ with an average of $4,076 per month.

Independent living costs in Mount Salem, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Mount Salem, NJ
$5,389/mo
$4,483/mo

Independent living costs in Mount Salem, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Mount Salem, NJ
$5,389/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

Independent living costs in Mount Salem, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$6,278/mo
Independent Living
$5,389/mo

Independent living costs in Mount Salem, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,436/mo
Studio
$6,450/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,766/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,384/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,859/mo

Senior living costs in Mount Salem 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: Mount Salem, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMount Salem, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$5,389/mo$6,368/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$6,238/mo$7,293/mo$4,719/mo
Memory Care$6,278/mo$7,357/mo$4,974/mo
Independent Living
Mount Salem, NJ:$5,389/mo
New Jersey:$6,368/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Mount Salem, NJ:$6,238/mo
New Jersey:$7,293/mo
U.S.:$4,719/mo
Memory Care
Mount Salem, NJ:$6,278/mo
New Jersey:$7,357/mo
U.S.:$4,974/mo
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Independent living costs in Mount Salem, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mount Salem 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.

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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mount Salem, NJ$5,342/mo$4,155/mo+28.6%
New Jersey$4,082/mo$3,520/mo+16.0%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Mount Salem, NJ
2024 average cost:$5,342/mo
2023 average cost:$4,155/mo
Percent change:+28.6%
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 Mount Salem

Recent reviews for independent living in Mount Salem

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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff and residents. Residents and families consistently praise the warm and welcoming atmosphere at communities like Traditions of Hanover, Arbour Square, and Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living, where staff and residents make newcomers feel at home with their friendly demeanor and openness to ...
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Variety of activities for socializing. Families appreciate the diverse range of social activities offered to residents, such as musical events, craft classes, and game nights, which help residents meet each other and make new friends at communities like Arbour Square, Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, and Traditions of Hanover.
Cleanliness and updated facilities. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, including private rooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces. Communities like Juniper Village at Bucks County, Arbour Square, and Parkers Bend Retirement have undergone recent renovations, providing residents with modern, att ...
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Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Communication between families and staff is a priority at many communities, with regular updates on care and activities. Families appreciate the open lines of communication at communities like Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living, Arbour Square, and Hudson Estates.
Individualized care and attention. Residents and families report feeling cared for and attended to at communities that offer personalized care and accommodation. At Traditions of Hanover, St. Mary Villa, a CCRC, and Juniper Village at Bucks County, staff go the extra mile to ensure residents' unique needs are met.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Communities like Hudson Estates, Traditions of Hanover, and Arbour Square provide exceptional meals and dining experiences, accommodating dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
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Mount Salem independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mount Salem independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mount Salem, 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 Mount Salem 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 Mount Salem 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
46.3%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
44.2%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.4%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mount Salem 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 Mount Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
39.5%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mount Salem 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 Mount Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.6%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.2%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.1%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.4%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.6%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.8%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
47.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
33.9%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.7%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.2%
46.5%
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