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Assisted living costs in Francis Mills average about $7,978 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Francis Mills. Our detailed directory has 398 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Monroe, Burlington and Old Bridge.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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9.8
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It's great. Staff is approachable and helpful and they take great care of my mom. Her room is always cleaned and she is very happy. It's also great that they have a lot of services available in house...
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.
Harmony Village at Care-One Jackson Memory Care Assisted Living accommodates 104 residents in studio apartments specifically designed for individuals that have memory impairments but may also need behavioral management and or medical care. Harmony Village has nurses on staff 24 hours a day as...
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1010 Floor plans available
9.4
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109 reviews
9.4
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109 reviews
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The staff are very caring and friendly. The Apartment is beautiful and spacious. The Community is lovely and welcoming. Overall, I would recommend the community to others.
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.
Tucked beneath tall oaks and bordered by winding paths, Bella Terra by Monarch offers a refreshing take on senior living in the heart of Jackson Township, NJ. Just minutes from championship golf courses and the Jersey Shore, this peaceful, tree-lined setting combines the best of small-town charm...
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9.0
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31 reviews
9.0
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31 reviews
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The facility is clean, and the room [name removed] is in is very nice and comfortable. Overall, we have been very pleased with our experience. I especially want to recognize [name removed], the Director of...
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.
Our beautifully designed assisted living community features a Main Street with 'shops' and adjoining 'neighborhoods'. Comprehensive services include meals, housekeeping, laundry, transportation and daily activities. Along with spacious, conformable living quarters, we feature numerous indoor and...
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33 Floor plans available
8.8
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78 reviews
8.8
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They've had some hiccups with kitchen staffing so a 4 for food - the food is very good, but my mom complains about slowish service and sometimes small portions Activities a 4 - my mom would like more...
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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1010 Floor plans available
9.9
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43 reviews
9.9
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5 star
82%
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10 staff is great very accommodating helpful caring. [name removed] and [name removed] are the best people for their jobs. Besides caring . their go above and beyond to make everyone feel good and safe....
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.
At Brandywine The Gables, life unfolds just minutes from the shore, where ocean breezes and heartfelt care create a truly rejuvenating lifestyle. Located in the friendly Jersey Shore town of Brick, our community offers the perfect blend of comfort, connection, and peace of mind—surrounded by...
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9.3
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38 reviews
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My mom had a stroke and we had her stay for a respite period at Brandywine. I was pleased with the care there and it was good to transition with my mom from a skilled nursing facility to this stay 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.
Tucked into the heart of Monmouth County, Brandywine Howell offers small-town charm paired with every modern comfort. Ideally located just off Route 9, our community places residents close to everything they love—whether it’s shopping at Freehold Raceway Mall, enjoying the energy of downtown...
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Monmouth housing give my mom a safe, healthy living and caring place. They all learned her individual personality activities and treated her arts respect while allowing for her personality to thieve for this...
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.
Monmouth Crossing is owned and operated by CentraState Healthcare System, a not-for-profit member of the Robert Wood Johnson Health Network, an established health care provider that offers comprehensive acute care, physician, and community services. Monmouth Crossing's studio, one-bedroom and...
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I appreciate Millenium's willingness to wean my mother off of the psych meds that were prescribed to her at a previous facility for behavior typical of dementia patients. She is much more alert and awake as...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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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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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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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.
Welcome to Ave Care,  a Comprehensive Personal Care Home and Residential care home.  Our services include 24/7  supervision, a supportive residential environment, and staff state-certified to address the needs of residents with compassion, expertise and...
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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.
Photo of Applewood Village
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.
What is a Lifecare retirement community?A lifecare retirement community provides independent residents with the privacy of their own apartment or cottage, a community of friends, luxurious services and amenities for your comfort and relaxation, a full calendar of exciting activities, and the...

Cost of assisted living in Francis Mills, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Francis Mills is $7,978 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McGuire AFB, NJ with an average of $6,367 per month.

Assisted living costs in Francis Mills, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Francis Mills, NJ
$7,978/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in Francis Mills, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,978/mo
$9,547/mo

Assisted living costs in Francis Mills, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,524/mo
Studio
$6,357/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,989/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,289/mo

Senior living costs in Francis Mills 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: Francis Mills, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFrancis Mills, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$7,978/mo$7,822/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$9,547/mo$9,554/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$5,336/mo$4,332/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Francis Mills, NJ:$7,978/mo
New Jersey:$7,822/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Francis Mills, NJ:$9,547/mo
New Jersey:$9,554/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Francis Mills, NJ:$5,336/mo
New Jersey:$4,332/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Francis Mills, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Francis Mills 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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Assisted living cost trends in Francis Mills, NJ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Francis Mills 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
Francis Mills, NJ$7,593/mo$7,341/mo+3.4%
New Jersey$7,431/mo$7,121/mo+4.3%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Francis Mills, NJ
2024 average cost:$7,593/mo
2023 average cost:$7,341/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$7,431/mo
2023 average cost:$7,121/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Francis Mills, NJ

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Francis Mills.

What families are saying about assisted living in Francis Mills

Recent reviews for assisted living in Francis Mills

Alcoeur Gardens of Toms River

4.0
Alcoeur Gardens of [Removed] was a nice place for dad to stay for a brief respite stay. The staff was very attentive and caring to his needs. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. The activities director was very young and hopefully, as she gains more experience they will have more ...
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Springpoint Living at Manalapan

5.0
5 across the board for Springpoint Living at Manalapan. My Mom loved it there. We will definitely have her stay there for respite again and would consider it for long term care. Based on the experience we have had so far with the community, we would absolutely recommend this community to other ...
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Millennium Memory Care at Freehold

4.2
They're a very professional community. They treat my mother with respect and kindness and warmth. And the director does a great job at returning phone calls and relaying most information to us.

Francis Mills review score based on 70 family reviews

9.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 70 reviews of 12 Francis Mills assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Francis Mills review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Francis Mills review score compared against nearby cities

9.3
Francis Mills, NJ12 facilities
8.3
Middletown, NJ455 facilities
8.1
Evesham, NJ128 facilities

Review subcategories for Francis Mills assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 70 reviews of 12 Francis Mills assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Francis Mills resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Francis Mills, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.2
3.4
Friendliness
3.1
3.4
Care services
2.9
3.1
Staff
3.2
3.3
Meals & dining
2.8
3.0
Activities
2.9
3.0
Value for cost*
2.8
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Francis Mills assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Francis Mills assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Francis Mills, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Francis Mills assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Francis Mills that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Francis Mills, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.3%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.3%
34.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.7%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.3%
57.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.7%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.7%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Francis Mills assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Francis Mills Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Francis Mills, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
33.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.3%
41.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Francis Mills assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Francis Mills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Francis Mills, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.3%
42.3%
No sugar
No sugar
58.3%
38.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.3%
37.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
41.7%
19.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Francis Mills assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Francis Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Francis Mills, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.7%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.3%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
58.3%
38.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Francis Mills assisted 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 assisted living communities in Francis Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Francis Mills, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.3%
47.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.7%
31.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
31.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
50.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
39.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
41.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
47.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Francis Mills

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New Jersey assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Francis Mills protect seniors.
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Harmony Village at CareOne Jackson, Monarch Bella Terra and The Orchards Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Francis Mills, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 13 assisted living facilities near Francis Mills, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Francis Mills, New Jersey are Brandywine The Gables by Monarch, Harmony Village at CareOne Jackson and Arden Courts Yardley, A Memory Care Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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