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Photo of Atria Woodlands
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[name removed] the salesperson there was extremely helpful with everything. The residents were very nice and so was the staff. It was helpful to have PT on site
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.
At Atria Woodlands, you'll find an array of services and amenities to help you enjoy life and stay connected with your community. Whether it's a leisurely breakfast in the bistro, a workout in our state-of-the-art fitness center, or a stimulating educational seminar, you can be as busy or relaxed...
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I will give them a 4 only because there was a change in management that seems to have shifted the "vibe" there over the last 3 months or so. I would recommend.
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.
Mira Vie Warren offers an attractive new lifestyle alternative for older adults who may be experiencing some difficulty managing on their own at home. Mira Vie Warren offers a gracious environment with many beautiful common areas. It is conveniently located within a short distance of shops,...
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The staff are the most helpful and welcoming. Staff and residents alike are friendly and eager to help you transition smoothly. There are a variety of fitness activities daily as well as entertainment and...
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.
Discover Laurel Circle – full-service senior living in Bridgewater, NJ, with a unique personality and a distinct spirit. Enjoy a convenient, maintenance-free lifestyle with:-Plentiful services and amenities-An unmatched, flexible monthly dining plan-An engaging schedule of resident-organized...
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Food is good, staff is very nice, very clean. We have a good sized 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, living room, small kitchenette apartment. There are only a few of these. We are switching to an apartment with 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.
Welcome to Atria on the Hudson, the next generation in thoughtful, purposeful community living for seniors. It's much more than a place to live; it's a safe, inviting community to call home. Atria on the Hudson is the newly renovated fourth member of the Atria family in Westchester County — which...
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The Facility itself is a little older so you do have the occasional plumbing/ HVAC issue. Staff always goes above and beyond. It is a citified area near the Lincoln tunnel in North Bergen so if you are...
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.
Harbour View Senior Living invites residents to a home of endless possibilities, growth and comfort. Residents choose from spacious studio, one and two bedroom apartments and live a maintenance-free lifestyle. All daily amenities are included in this North Bergen, New Jersey Independent Living...
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I would rate everything a number five except for the value my personal feeling is that the food allowance is definitely not enough for somebody who would want to be served three meals a day Pricing for meals...
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.
Come To Live Here.From the beginning, we envisioned a community designed less around senior living and more around – well… living! We envisioned a place that would not only draw people in, but together.Welcome to Thrive at Montvale.Located just off the Garden State Parkway and nearby the serene...
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We recently moved a loved one to Juniper and could not be happier. Our family fretted over our choice of AL facilities but after visiting Juniper, our decision was easy. Every staff member has made our...
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.
Juniper Village at Chatham is a gracious and enriching home to approximately 100 individuals. Located within walking distance to shopping and restaurants in the heart of beautiful Chatham Township, our classically appointed decor offers a refined ambiance while our distinctive programs nurture...
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BR is a lovely warm, friendly place. The staff and resident are warm and helpful. We do tend to help each other and other at the apts. The physicals are friendly and supportive. The kitchen staff are very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Belle Reve Senior Living and Health Care Center is located in the heart of Milford, PA and is convenient to all of Northeast PA, as well as Orange County, NY and Sussex County, NJ. Our skilled nursing and rehabilitation community offers short and long term care and is licensed by the Pennsylvania...
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The staff are nice and the place is clean. My mom's biggest complaint is that sometimes she presses the button for assistance and it takes a long time. The shared room is very small. The small studio is a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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 Mountainside offers personalized care for older adults in Union County, NJ. Our compassionate team, including our Designated Care Managers, provides individualized care to fit your unique needs and preferences. We work to promote your independence, while providing you the...
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The staff for the most part is very good, the cleanliness and laundry service good, the food mediocre and the activities for residents are excellent. I feel our overall experience has been positive what I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
CareOne at the Cupola is an assisted living community located in Paramus, New Jersey, in Bergen County and home to just over 26,000 people. Paramus is a wonderful borough with parks, golf, tennis shopping malls, small eateries and convenient access to interstates to New York. Residents will enjoy...
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Photo of Van Dyk Park Place
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Dear Van Dyk Family, What you all do for my mother and for all of the residents is truly heart warming and inspiring. My mother is so full of life, so happy, not a care in the world, living her best...
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.
When visitors come to Van Dyk Park Place, they immediately notice the friendly and pleasant surroundings here. Owned for sixty years by the Van Dyk family, our CEO, Bob Van Dyk, is dedicated to giving the highest level of care to our residents and patients alike. Park Place is decorated warmly,...
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[Name Removed] the Sales Director is extremely helpful and knowledgeable. The facility is close to family. The dining area is very relaxed. I had the opportunity to meet the chefs. Very informative and...
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.
Conveniently located just off the Garden State Parkway, down the road from Rahway River Park, Atria Cranford has served Union County families for more than 20 years. A friendly, tenured staff – including more than 60 employees with over a decade of experience at the community – is available 24/7....
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They have a very caring and competent group of people, most of whom appear to have been with the facility for a long time. Very pleasant, upbeat group of people, unlike what I have seen in other assisted...
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.
Westwind Manor Westwind Manor is an assisted living community that enjoys a quiet spot on the outskirts of Franklin, NJ. Our community is made up of paved paths for family walks, shaded courtyards where residents can sit and enjoy the fresh air and manicured landscaping that creates a majestic...
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My mom said the food was great and she loved the silver sneakers exercise program. They were able to accommodate her on short notice and everybody was very caring when she had to go back to the hospital.
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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Staff are gentle and caring. Food is simple and filling, morning activity is encouraged. There is not a lot of different spaces, but that's what makes it safe for my mom. It's a homey feel.
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.
The Carlucci Home The Carlucci Home is an assisted living community for senior women located in Port Jervis, Orange County, New York. Port Jervis, which is situated at the junction of New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, is a beautiful city that offers a rich history and an abundance of...
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Mom in law moved there last year, and sold her house in Florida. Now she's not as lonely, partakes in activities, has family visits and trips out often. Moving was the right thing to do, and the Manor is the...
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.
The Manor at Woodside provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. By choosing to call The Manor at Woodside home, residents will experience a warm and distinct senior living lifestyle in the historic Hudson Valley. From the lush green landscaped entrance to the...
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They have excellent staff - From[Name removed] at the front desk and the nursing staff,[Names removed]. [Name removed] the director was very helpful. I would recommend them to others.
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 Best of Everything under One Roof The Hamilton Park campus has been providing care to the Hudson County community since 1989. The Health center has been custom designed to fulfill the needs and wishes of those who share our values and our love of life. Our complete continuum of care provides...
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Staff - the aids are amazing and very helpful. Apartment size - you get what you pay for, the current apartment is very good for one person with lots of storage. The whole place is clean and welcoming. There...
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.
Minutes from shopping and entertainment, minutes from historical sites, Vassar Farm Ecological Preserve, is The Landing of Poughkeepsie assisted living community for Dutchess County’s independent-minded, senior adults.Our inclusive rent model includes dining, utilities, basic cable, and a...
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What we like the most about the community is that its very quiet and peaceful. Yes, we would most definitely recommend Promenade at Tuxedo Place to other families based on the experience so far. I have had...
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.
Located in historic Tuxedo Park, New York in the Ramapo Mountains, Elant at Tuxedo Place offers residents a refreshing retirement alternative.  With 44 independent and 56 assistive living apartment homes, Tuxedo Place meets a variety of  lifestyle needs and preferences. Affordable...
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The staff seem to know all the residents well and it’s clear they truly care about them. They take the time to learn each person’s needs and preferences, which creates a welcoming and supportive environment...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Tappan Zee Manor, a licensed adult home, provides gracious living for seniors with all the luxuries of a hotel in a home-like setting. It offers residents companionship, comfort and security while retaining privacy and independence. High above the charming village of Nyack, NY, Tappan Zee Manor...
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What we like the most about The Fountains at RiverVue is that the staff really look out for the residents. They truly care about their well being.
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.
We've looked at assisted living from all angles and challenged ourselves to raise each and every bar. That's why at The Inn, customized care and choice are the order of the day. When you think of assisted living, do you picture a selection of several floor plans, exceptional restaurant-style...
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The diversity of the residents is what was most import to my mom and myself. The warm and friendly staff members helped with my decision as well. The facility is very nice. There are great activities planned...
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.
Conveniently located just minutes from the City, Westchester and New Jersey, Atria Riverdale has been the Bronx's senior living community of choice for more than 15 years. With a continued commitment to quality, they have just completed a $14 million renovation to enhance the beauty and...
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Our experience was limited as my mother in law passed away before we were able to move in, but the staff were all professional, helpful and very understanding.
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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The Management are excellent providing answers to any questions you may have. The receptionist are great greeting everyone and the place to go for questions and they will refer you to the right person to...
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 Spring Hills Somerset, we are committed to making healthy living the foundation of every aspect of life. From dining that truly satisfies, to fitness that invigorates and motivates, down to the smaller details, such as our use of safe, non-toxic cleaning products in each assisted living...
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All 10s, if I could! Brighton Gardens was the best choice we could have made with and for my mom. They are everything any family could be looking for The director, [name removed], went above and beyond for...
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.
About Brighton Gardens of Saddle RiverCommunity & Location Highlights:•Offering assisted living, short-term stays, Reminiscence Neighborhood for residents with memory loss.•Coordination of hospice and nursing services allow residents to age in place•Near Valley Hospital, Hackensack...
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Cost of independent living in Sussex, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Sussex is $6,162 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Branchville, NJ with an average of $5,498 per month.

Independent living costs in Sussex, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Sussex, NJ
$6,162/mo
$5,568/mo

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

Sussex, NJ
$6,162/mo
U.S. national average
$4,247/mo

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

$5,938/mo
Independent Living
$6,162/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,067/mo
Studio
$4,856/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,146/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,116/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,540/mo

Senior living costs in Sussex 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: Sussex, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSussex, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$6,162/mo$6,180/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living$5,811/mo$7,126/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$5,938/mo$7,185/mo$5,057/mo
Independent Living
Sussex, NJ:$6,162/mo
New Jersey:$6,180/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Sussex, NJ:$5,811/mo
New Jersey:$7,126/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Sussex, NJ:$5,938/mo
New Jersey:$7,185/mo
U.S.:$5,057/mo
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Independent living costs in Sussex, NJ, over time

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

Sussex, NJNJ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Sussex, NJ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sussex 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 median 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
Sussex, NJ$5,102/mo$4,299/mo+18.7%
New Jersey$4,109/mo$3,594/mo+14.3%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Sussex, NJ
2024 average cost:$5,102/mo
2023 average cost:$4,299/mo
Percent change:+18.7%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$4,109/mo
2023 average cost:$3,594/mo
Percent change:+14.3%
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 Sussex

Recent reviews for independent living in Sussex

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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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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at different communities, such as Holiday Manor at Woodside, Arbor Terrace Teaneck, and Kittay Senior Apartments, making residents and families feel welcome and cared for.
Variety of activities. Residents enjoy the diverse range of activities offered at communities like Thrive at Montvale, Holiday Manor at Woodside, and Sunrise of Cresskill, which cater to different interests and help keep them engaged and active.
Cleanliness and upkeep. Several reviews mention the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in creating a comfortable living environment, with Holiday Manor at Woodside, Arbor Terrace Teaneck, and Drum Hill Senior Living being praised for their efforts.
Flexible meal plans. Communities like The Delaney of Bridgewater, Holiday Manor at Woodside, and Thrive at Montvale offer customized meal plans to accommodate various dietary needs and preferences.
Secure and welcoming atmosphere. Reviews mention the sense of safety and inclusion residents feel at communities like The Club at Briarcliff Manor, Bentley Commons at Paragon Village, and The Carlucci Home, providing peace of mind for families and residents alike.
Personalized care and attention. The staff at communities such as Holiday Manor at Woodside, The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights, and Holiday Manor at Woodside demonstrate a caring and individualized approach to meeting residents' needs and ensuring their overall well-being.
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Sussex independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sussex independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sussex, 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 Sussex 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 Sussex partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sussex, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.6%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.8%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
36.6%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.8%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.8%
11.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Sussex 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 Sussex communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sussex, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.8%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.6%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
32.1%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.5%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sussex 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 Sussex offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sussex, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
39.8%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.6%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.8%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.1%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.4%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.3%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.1%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.6%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.1%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
39.6%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
28.1%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.8%
40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.9%
47.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Twin Cedar Senior Living, Atria West 86 and Atria Rye Brook are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sussex, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 453 independent living facilities near Sussex, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sussex, New Jersey are Twin Cedar Senior Living, Atria West 86 and Atria Rye Brook. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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