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The cost of independent living in Salem is about $4,456 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 47 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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The staff here is great. They really do treat their residents with kindness and compassion. The building is clean and never has any weird smells when we go to visit. I would absolutely, 100% recommend...
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.
Lindsay Place is an assisted living community located in beautiful Pennsville, New Jersey. Our tree lined property is in a quiet neighborhood between the Delaware River and Kate Creeks Meadow. Resident rooms overlook lovely forest or our peaceful interior courtyard. We strive to create a festive......Read more
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I really thought they were great. I had no regrets ever putting my loved one here. They' couldn't help Covid came along. It was difficult on the residents being more isolated. But they did the best they...
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.
Merion Gardens Assisted Living is located in CarneyÆs Point, New Jersey. Merion Gardens is owned and supervised by local physicians. Since they are known for making wellness a priority, residents and loved ones can be assured that each resident is provided exceptional service in a supportive......Read more
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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.
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......Read more
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.
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 Salem, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Salem is $4,456 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shiloh, NJ with an average of $4,205 per month.

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

Salem, NJ
$4,456/mo
$4,519/mo

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

Salem, NJ
$4,456/mo
U.S. national average
$4,086/mo

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

$5,565/mo
Independent Living
$4,456/mo

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

Studio
$5,165/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,972/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Salem

Recent reviews for independent living in Salem

Chestnut Ridge Wallingford

4.1
Microwaves were removed from each apartment/ suite and there isn't one available in the activity room that was converted to their dining area. I'd expect a bit more for [cost removed] a month. More often than not, it's hard to find someone staff wise on her floor especially since it's now a ...
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Meadowcrest at Middletown

3.5
They have to work out some growing pains in the business still. What is said that will get done and what gets done, doesn't always happen. They don't always think of the residents versus the comfort of the workers, for example: it's so cold there, they've got it down to 72. They are a company ...
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HarborChase of Wilmington

4.8
I'd say that while we expected a challenging transition from independent city life to assisted living, my uncle has been very happy there and that he's made a real home for himself there. We picked this community because it was a combination of the services they offered and the respect he was ...
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Salem independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salem independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in 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 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 Salem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Salem, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.2%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
9.2%
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Availability of select dining options in 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 Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Salem, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in 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 Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Salem, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
37.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
32.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.3%
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Traditions of Cross Keys, Foulk Living and Cardinal Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Salem, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Salem, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Salem, New Jersey are Traditions of Cross Keys and Cardinal Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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