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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sterling Woods, NJ
If you’re looking for independent living in the Sterling Woods area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Sterling Woods. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 34 independent living facilities in Sterling Woods, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Toms River, Spring Lake and Red Bank.
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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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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.
Dover Woods Health Care Center is a residential health care facility located in Toms River, with an admissions policy for anyone over 18 years of age with physical and/or mental disabilities. Dover Woods Health Care Center is in a modern building with a full choice of room arrangements, catering...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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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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I had my Mother at the Chelsea at Toms River for 2 years before she passed away and she loved it! I chose the Chelsea because of the great reputation they have around the community. When I went in for my...
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.
See Yourself In A New Life!”The Residence at Toms River”Elegance and Style in North Dover.The Residence at Toms River; Toms Rivers’ newest and most exclusive Senior Living Community personifies exemplary resort-like service, personalized care and a close-knit family quality of life located in...
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My loved one lived here for quite a while, before her care needs necessitated a move. And we were so sad she had to move, this is a wonderful wonderful place! It's a beautiful building, and the location is...
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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Moving our parents into an assisted living facility was something I thought would never happen. Mom’s constant care due to dementia and Dad suffering a stroke changed all that. We wanted them together in a...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit. With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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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Cost of independent living in Sterling Woods, NJ
The average cost of senior living in Sterling Woods is $6,384 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seaside Park, NJ with an average of $5,663 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sterling Woods, NJ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sterling Woods, NJ vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Sterling Woods, NJ by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Sterling Woods
Recent reviews for independent living in Sterling Woods
The Chelsea at Marlboro in Morganville, NJ
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Our mom moved to The Chelsea at Marlboro a few months ago and her experience has been terrific! We are so happy that the staff has made her really feel like she has a new home. Her apartment is clean and spacious. She enjoys the meals and the activities. We feel comfortable knowing that if we ...
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Brandywine Senior Living at Wall
5.0
I chose Brandywine Living at Wall in NJ as a home for my dad when we lost my mom and it was getting difficult to care for him on our own. I call Brandywine a "home" because that is exactly what it has become for our entire family, including my dad. I have to admit I was anxious about the ...
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Spring Hills Matawan
5.0
ATRIUM SENIOR LIVING OF MATAWAN…..
My mother moved into the Atrium of Matawan in December 2019 and was met with open arms by [name removed], the Community Relations Counselor and has been treated with kindness and understanding by the entire staff since day one. The overall facility presents ...
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Sterling Woods independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sterling Woods independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sterling Woods, 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 Sterling Woods 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 Sterling Woods 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
36.4%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.3%
32.7%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.1%
7.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Sterling Woods 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 Sterling Woods communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
34.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
30.3%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sterling Woods 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 Sterling Woods offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
43.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
27.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.6%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
40%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
45.8%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
45.4%
Dances
Dances
21.2%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
38.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Monmouth Crossing Assisted Living, Silverwoods and Sunrise of Lincroft are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sterling Woods, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 34 independent living facilities near Sterling Woods, New Jersey. See the full list.
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