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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Oakland, NJ

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The cost of independent living in Oakland is about $5,148 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 514 options.

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Photo of Sutton Gardens Assisted Living
99 Photos available
8.9
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The staff is so helpful and caring The place is clean and the sleeping areas nicely kept and decorated They have sing a longs And movies domino and card games I think Bingo might to be good to add Or...
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.
At Sutton Gardens Senior Living, we place great emphasis on Personal Care. Our unique home--like environment allows us to give more attention to each resident. We are like one big family. Our Mission is to preserve dignity and well--being,by providing quality care and enjoyment in a warm and...
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Photo of The Regency at Glen Cove
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My aunt loves the Regency! Everyone is very friendly & caring. It was a perfect transition for her & it gives me peace of mind .
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.
The Regency at Glen Cove is an assisted living residence providing a nurturing environment for seniors. In our inclusive monthly fee, The Regency offers the amenities of home including large spacious accommodations, dining services, cable television, daily housekeeping (including fresh towels...
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1414 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.9
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I haven’t been here long enough. But so far it’s exhilarating! The wine is amazing. I am in independent living and I love it. I’m a knitter and when I say I’m a knitter, I mean, I’m really a knitter! I teach...
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.
Atria Senior Living is a leading operator of independent living, assisted living, supportive living and memory care communities in more than 200 locations in 26 states and seven Canadian provinces. Atria communities are home to more than 23,000 seniors and employ more than 14,000 people.
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8.9
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My mom just passed away. I have nothing but good things to say about CareOne. They are great. Cared for my mom like family. My dad is still there and no complaints.
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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Photo of Orchard Estate of Woodbury
1919 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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Still new for us ... so still adjusting but so far pleased with this memory care Assisted Living. It is clean & the staff seems to be interactive with the residents.
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.
Choosing a living experience for yourself or a loved one is a very big decision. It is important to choose a community that offers the perfect balance of lifestyle and personal care. At Orchard Estate, you can reconnect with your passions and explore new opportunities every day.Benchmark Senior...
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Photo of Sunrise of Wilton
2020 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.9
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The food is not very good at Sunrise and they are short staffed. But the staff that is there is excellent. I'd say it's a corporate management issue. I would recommend Sunrise. The whole industry is a mess...
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.
Located in western Connecticut’s beautiful Norwalk River Valley, just 55 miles from New York City, Sunrise of Wilton provides the very best in personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in elegant surroundings. Our ideal location in Fairfield County off...
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Photo of Sunrise of Lincroft
77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
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37 reviews
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The staff was always very attentive. Some did better with activities than others but overall good. In my opinion they fed her too many carbs and too generous servings and too many sweets. My sister gained...
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.
Welcome to Sunrise of Lincroft, where we currently have limited suites available in our Memory Care and Assisted Living neighborhoods. Nestled just 1.5 miles off Exit 109 of the Garden State Parkway, our community boasts a tranquil and residential atmosphere that sets us apart.To truly understand...
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Photo of Sunrise of Cresskill
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33 Floor plans available
8.9
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Love the apartment Newly renovated Nice size terrace roomy closets Whole complex very clean and well maintained I don't take meals so can't comment on that. A little disappointed with activities. They seem...
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.
About Sunrise of CresskillCommunity & Location Highlights:•Sunrise of Cresskill, NJ, offers a range of Bergen County senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care and short-term stays•Shopping and recreation, including swimming, are less than a mile...
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Photo of Atria Park of Great Neck
99 Photos available
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Nurses & aides were great. Very engaged w residents. Friendly & helpful to me, patient w my visiting mother. Dad was in memory care there for 5 months before he died in July. Activity woman was friendly &...
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.
Since 1999, Atria Park of Great Neck has served the families of Nassau County. With a continuing commitment to quality, the community recently completed an extensive renovation and expansion to enhance its beauty and functionality. Residents enjoy a host of exciting new spaces and amenities,...
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Photo of Monarch Paramus
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Small community that doesn't look institutional. Staff were very friendly and helpful to get dad settled and make him feel comfortable.
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.
Assisted living in Paramus, NJ, begins with Sunrise of Paramus, a cozy community filled with the warmest touches of home. Our very convenient location makes visiting loved ones easy. We’re just 20 minutes from the George Washington Bridge and close to all major highways.Our fantastic staff...
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Photo of The Club at Briarcliff Manor
2222 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.9
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27 reviews
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27 reviews
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The staff are very friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. The food is god and the apartment is comfortable with great views. They provide a number of varied activities.
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.
Unsurpassed luxury meets modern living in a community that is reimagining care. Experience the pinnacle of sophistication and service at The Club at Briarcliff Manor, New York’s premier senior living community. Enjoy life in an upscale setting with top-tier service and amenities from a...
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Photo of Arbor Terrace Norwood
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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32 reviews
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Arbor Terrace has been great. They are attentive. Small group in memory care. I feel that my mother is being well cared for. All of the staff at Arbor Terrace Norwood is thoughtful. We are always greeted...
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.
Located in a quaint borough in northern Bergen County, Atria Norwood is a modern community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments,...
Photo of The Apsley by Sunrise
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The staff and very lovely. The room has a nice view but is small. The food is delicious. It is a very happy and clean facility. The negative is the cost of $[removed]per month and they encourage most...
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.
Introducing The Apsley by Sunrise: a new standard of senior living on the Upper West Side. Offering best-in-class assisted living and memory care, this 19-story community is a place where your next chapter can exceed your expectations. Discover an extraordinary senior living journey deeply...
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Photo of Brandywine Livingston by Monarch
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2020 Floor plans available
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The people who are in charge are not only competent but always willing to listen & to help. Someone is always available. Most of the residents we have met are friendly and if they have been here a while,...
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.
Brandywine Livingston combines the comforts of home with the peace of mind that comes from knowing support is always close at hand. Located in one of New Jersey’s most sought-after towns, our community blends elegant living, personalized care, and genuine connection—offering residents a lifestyle...
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Photo of Brandywine The Savoy by Monarch
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8.8
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The studio that my aunt is in is a very spacious one. She is able to have her bed, a recliner, another chair and a two-top bistro table set-up, providing her with space to have guests and enjoy her room. My...
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.
Where city energy meets neighborhood charm, Brandywine The Savoy offers a lifestyle full of connection, comfort, and something to look forward to every day. Located in the leafy Little Neck neighborhood on the Queens–Long Island border, our community offers a peaceful, suburban-style setting just...
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Photo of Sunrise of Old Tappan
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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the staff is great, they are very attentive. The room and facility is clean overall and we would recommend Sunrise of Old Tappan to other families.
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.
Sunrise of Old Tappan, located in northern New Jersey, just 30 miles from Manhattan, offers assisted living, memory care, respite care and coordination of hospice care to seniors in Bergen County, Rockland County, and New York City. Oakes Park, located directly adjacent to our community, is a...
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Photo of Sunrise of Westfield
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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The staff had been amazing- very friendly and warm. My parents seem to be enjoying the food and the property is always clean. We were fortunate to get a two-bedroom corner unit which they completely redid...
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.
(Please add to bottom of description)Sunrise of Westfield is not licensed for Medicaid.
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Photo of Brighton Gardens of West Orange
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It was a good overall experience. The staff was helpful and takes good care of mom. Her room is a perfect size for her and had large windows that let in light which was important to her. The activities...
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.
Brighton Gardens of West Orange is located in a beautiful suburban setting only 20 minutes from New York City amenities. We are nestled between a premier golf course and the historic South Mountain Reservation, which includes acres of protected land with parks, walkways and trails. We partner...
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Photo of The Chelsea at Washington Township
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Facilities are very nice. My mom is in memory care, the memory care wing is just as nice as the regular assisted living. Alzheimers patients are able to keep their dignity and autonomy by coming and going as...
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.
MODEL APARMENTS NOW AVAILABLE!The Chelsea at Washington Township will be the crème de la crème of Assisted Living and Memory Care. Residents will be supported by Chelsea’s highly skilled and experienced staff in a lavish setting.The community will be located on historic Pascack Road, just steps...
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Photo of Sunrise of Mill Basin
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Staff are amazing. I know there's a lot of work always to be done, so if there is a room need (e.g., fixing shower head or bathroom light motion sensor), it may just take time for it to be fixed. But...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of The Residence at Summer Street
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There are limited onsite parking including day parking for visitors is a plus, given its location. Surrounding area seems less walkable offsite and had limited access to onsite outdoor spaces, which could be...
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.
WelcomeThe Residence at Summer Street is a premier luxury, and boutique-style Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community, in downtown Stamford, CT. When you join our family, you’ll thrive in a vibrant community setting, and as importantly, your family and friends will have the...
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Photo of Monarch Basking Ridge
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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It's just a learning curve... we need good communication to make sure everything is going smoothly... everyone does try! Sometimes activities get canceled or happen earlier than on the schedule... my...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise of Basking Ridge affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized...
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77 Floor plans available
8.7
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Everything gets 5 stars from me. Really great place with an awesome vibe. The people working there are super friendly and make you feel welcome right away. Definitely recommend checking it out!
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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Photo of Ciel of Princeton
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The dining was very good and changed with resident input. Good chef. The management was efficient and friendly. The had a nice daily cocktail hour. I suspect activities were average. Most of the residents...
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.
Experience luxury senior living at Ciel of Princeton — a community offering chef-prepared meals, private and semi-private apartment homes, and a diverse entertainment calendar. Highly skilled team members provide custom-tailored assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here,...
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Photo of Arbor Terrace Middletown
2020 Photos available
8.6
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47 reviews
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Everyone who works there takes their job seriously. They really do care about the well-being of the residents. Everyone is helpful and friendly to the residents. This facility has somehow managed to...
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.
Arbor Terrace Middletown offers the best in senior living in New Jersey's beautiful town of Middletown. You'll find all the comforts of home with the amenities of a retirement community at Arbor Terrace. Leave behind the worries of home ownership and enjoy a vibrant community of peers and...

Cost of independent living in Oakland, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Oakland is $5,148 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jersey City, NJ with an average of $3,327 per month.

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

Oakland, NJ
$5,148/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Oakland, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$9,435/mo
Independent Living
$5,148/mo

Independent living costs in Oakland, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,233/mo
Studio
$4,445/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,121/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,716/mo

Senior living costs in Oakland 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: Oakland, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOakland, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$5,148/mo$4,407/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$7,727/mo$7,748/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,435/mo$9,376/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Oakland, NJ:$5,148/mo
New Jersey:$4,407/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Oakland, NJ:$7,727/mo
New Jersey:$7,748/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Oakland, NJ:$9,435/mo
New Jersey:$9,376/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Oakland, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Oakland 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.

Oakland, NJNJ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Oakland, NJ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Oakland 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 average 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
Oakland, NJ$4,618/mo$4,495/mo+2.7%
New Jersey$4,148/mo$4,491/mo-7.6%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Oakland, NJ
2024 average cost:$4,618/mo
2023 average cost:$4,495/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$4,148/mo
2023 average cost:$4,491/mo
Percent change:-7.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Oakland

Recent reviews for independent living in Oakland

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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Brandywine Princeton by Monarch

4.8
My mother has been here for over a ½ year and loves it! I could go on-and-on about how wonderful this place is. The Activities Dept. is spectacular! And when you live in a place like this, you need an incredible variety to pick from. I’m not talking about the normal things like Bingo or Crafts, ...
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Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted Living Program in Yonkers, NY

4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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Oakland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakland, 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 Oakland 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 Oakland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakland, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.6%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.9%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
43%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.2%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.1%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakland 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 Oakland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakland, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.4%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakland 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 Oakland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakland, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.7%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.3%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.2%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.5%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.4%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
47.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
35.4%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.4%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Christian Fellowship House, Atria West 86 and Twin Cedar Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oakland, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 514 independent living facilities near Oakland, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Oakland, New Jersey are Atria West 86, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Atria Rye Brook. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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