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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Villa Marie Claire, NJ

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The cost of independent living in Villa Marie Claire is about $7,057 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 72 options. Read 1075 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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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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
Alterra Wynwood is an assisted living residence that is purposefully designed to meet the needs of the frail elderly in a comfortable, home-like environment. Alterra Wynwood features a “neighborhood” concept, with six small neighborhoods of resident rooms clustered around dining and living...
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When I first moved in here, they had lost their food service, and they have now gotten a new chef and he is doing an outstanding job. The maintenance staff here is outstanding as well; always on call, always...
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.
Summer Hill ApartmentsThe independent living community of Summer Hill Apartments can be found in Wayne in Passaic County, New Jersey. And if you’re looking for a little bit of action, Midtown Manhattan is a quick 20 miles from Wayne. This Passaic County Township boasts a population of over 54,700...
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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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: 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: 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.
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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: 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.
Welcome to the place that makes you feel at Home. Whether through our short-stay rehabilitation, assisted living, memory care services, or nursing home, Actors Fund Home offers top notch, compassionate care and the opportunity to age in place. Our campus features a newly constructed memory care...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Villa Marie Claire, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Villa Marie Claire is $7,057 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Harrington Park, NJ with an average of $6,503 per month.

Independent living costs in Villa Marie Claire, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Villa Marie Claire, NJ
$7,057/mo
$7,033/mo

Independent living costs in Villa Marie Claire, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Villa Marie Claire, NJ
$7,057/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Villa Marie Claire, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$7,918/mo
Independent Living
$7,057/mo

Independent living costs in Villa Marie Claire, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,952/mo
Studio
$7,342/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,762/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,079/mo

Senior living costs in Villa Marie Claire 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: Villa Marie Claire, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeVilla Marie Claire, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$7,057/mo$6,327/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$7,837/mo$7,287/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$7,918/mo$7,351/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Villa Marie Claire, NJ:$7,057/mo
New Jersey:$6,327/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Villa Marie Claire, NJ:$7,837/mo
New Jersey:$7,287/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Villa Marie Claire, NJ:$7,918/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Villa Marie Claire, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Villa Marie Claire and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Villa Marie Claire, NJ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Villa Marie Claire 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
Villa Marie Claire, NJ$4,278/mo$4,466/mo-4.2%
New Jersey$3,841/mo$3,163/mo+21.4%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Villa Marie Claire, NJ
2024 average cost:$4,278/mo
2023 average cost:$4,466/mo
Percent change:-4.2%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$3,841/mo
2023 average cost:$3,163/mo
Percent change:+21.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Villa Marie Claire

Recent reviews for independent living in Villa Marie Claire

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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Fountainview at College Road in Monsey, NY

4.2
I received helpful and friendly service from both the staff and administration. The facility is clean and secure, the grounds are well kept, there are numerous activities and services available on premises, and free bus service to local businesses. For independent living, it's a very good fit ...
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Villa Marie Claire independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Villa Marie Claire independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Villa Marie Claire, 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 Villa Marie Claire 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 Villa Marie Claire 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
47%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
47%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Villa Marie Claire 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 Villa Marie Claire communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Villa Marie Claire, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Villa Marie Claire 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 Villa Marie Claire offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Villa Marie Claire, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
53%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
48.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.5%
46.4%
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Brighton Gardens of Saddle River, Van Dyk Park Place and Brookdale Wayne AL/MC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Villa Marie Claire, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 72 independent living facilities near Villa Marie Claire, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Villa Marie Claire, New Jersey are Atria Forest Hills, Brookdale Wayne AL/MC and Atria Woodlands. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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