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Assisted living costs in Independence average about $5,159 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 407 communities in Independence. Our detailed directory has 10058 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Bridgewater, Stroudsburg and Newton.

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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Photo of Thrive at Montvale
1414 Photos available
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9.0
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Dear [names removed] and every Thrive staff member that touched [name removed]'s heart. My sister [name removed] and I want to Thank you for all you had done for our mom. [name removed] I know made her mark...
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 replaced my sister-in-law with AbodeCare about a year ago and has worked out very well. The staff is very caring and helpful. Meals are good and we do a lot the residence occupied. When I compare it 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.
Abode Care of Allentown is a welcoming Personal Care Community nestled in the heart of Lehigh Valley in Allentown Pennsylvania. Offering a full range of personal care services, and just-like-home amenities. Abode of Allentown is a comfortable setting to live, relax, and enjoy your golden...
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Photo of Hidden Meadows on the Ridge
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9.0
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The staff is amazing. None better. Mom lived there for over a year and she got great care. So friendly and supportive. Price is comparable to other facilities.
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 are a small to mid-sized Senior Living Community nestled among the woodlands, while conveniently located in Upper Bucks' County, 30 north of Philadelphia. Our community shares the block with Grand View Hospital, many physicians' offices and close to shopping and area restaurants.Our assisted...
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Photo of Bryan Manor
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They are very attentive to details, caring, addresses concerns right away and in a timely manner. Keep up to date with our dad condition. Look out for the patient's best interest, I would even stay there if...
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.
Bryan Manor is a senior residential care home nestled on 36 acres in scenic Chester. It offers residents a cozy, safe, and supportive environment. It's smaller than other facilities and seniors quickly adapt to the family-centric care. The residents enjoy interacting with each other and the...
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Photo of Independence Manor at Hunterdon
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For the most part, the facility has been excellent, very clean. The staff is very caring. The communication between staff and family members could be better, but for the most part, we are happy with the...
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 are proud to have earned New Jersey state's "Advanced Standing" designation for quality!*Independence Manor is dedicated to providing the personal services and health care to individuals who may need help with some of their aspects of daily living. Our programs, policies and procedures were...
Photo of All American Assisted Living at Hillsborough
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All 5, they are wonderful. Very clean, attentive staff, just a happy place and yes we would recommend All American Assisted Living at Hillsborough to other families based on the experience so far.
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 All American Assisted Living at Hillsborough, we believe assisted living is about so much more than a place to live—it’s about feeling at home, feeling valued, and being part of a family.Every day, our dedicated team works to create a warm, welcoming environment where residents can live life...
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Photo of Bristol House
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The staff are the best around. They are warm, friendly, patient and kind. It really feels like home at Bristol House. Depending on where your LO is in the dementia journey they might like to have a menu...
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.
Dear Family, Welcome to Bristol Memory Care! We are delighted to welcome you to learn more about our services, staff, and new options we’re offering for memory care in Bucks County.Bristol house Memory Care is an ideal, intimate setting for personalized care, where you can feel confident...
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Photo of Penn Assisted Care
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The staff is the best at Penn Assisted Care. They are so caring, compassionate, kind and empathetic to all the residents. They come as quickly as they can when a client needs help. These same people are the...
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.
Penn Assisted Care is a senior living community located in Pennsburg, PA, in Montgomery County and home to just over 3,800 people. Pennsburg is part of the East Greenville community and a railroad town where residents will fine small shops, local stores and restaurants they can frequent when they...
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Photo of Azalea at Hamilton
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I am pleased with the management overall with most of the departments. The maintenance, services, and entertainment departments are very well run. Since the new ownership took over in July the quality 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.
We area an Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care Community located in Hamilton New Jersey. We have been a staple of the community since 2017. This is the best place for your loved one to come and age in place, we offer a range of services and amenities and care! Please give us a...
Photo of Holland Village, a CCRC
11 Photo available
88 Floor plans available
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The staff is lovely, they have plenty of nice activities, holiday parties, etc. the one bedroom apartment is the perfect size. I would absolutely recommend them to others who are searching for senior living...
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.
Holland Village is a senior living community located in Holland, PA. Holland is a community in Northampton Township, Bucks County, PA, and home to about 4,000 people. Residents will be able to enjoy quiet walks, scenic views and frequenting small stores and area restaurants with friends, or they...
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Photo of Park Creek Place Memory Care
55 Photos available
8.9
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Dealing with the director's at Park Place was a very pleasant experience. They were very caring and attentive to my needs. My mom was the one that stayed in Park Place and she is not a pleasant patient to...
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.
At Park Creek Place our goal is to offer our residents the opportunity to thrive in mind and body by providing compassionate care and assistance in their daily routine. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day...
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Photo of Getz Personal Care Home Inc
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Definitely 5 stars. My mom used to spend a lot of time alone and wasn't able to get out of the house much. Since moving to Getz Personal Care Home, that has completely changed. She now participates in...
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.
Our property is located in the heart of the Pocono Mountains.  It has beautiful landscaped lawns with a courtyard and gazebo.  There is a scenic walking path which is handicap accessible.  There are plenty of parking spaces for residents' vehicles and for family and friends to...
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Photo of Brookdale Dublin
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.9
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Apartment size is wonderful and food is excellent!!! Common areas are kept very nice. Apartments are not cleaned often enough. Laundry care is fine. Staff is friendly and caring. Directors change every...
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.
With dementia, small moments can have big purpose.If you and your family are looking for a memory care community, we can help. Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community, also known as Clare Bridge, is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our residents find a sense of...
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Photo of Harmony Village at CareOne At Hanover Township
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8.9
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All is well thank you for your support. She is stable and cared for at nice activities and facilities is. Clean. It's very nice.
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.
CareOne at Hanover Township provides patients with unique and upscale services that enhance quality of life while undergoing rehabilitative therapies. Our residents love the fine dining, spa, and recreational activities we provide. Our comprehensive facility provides sub-acute rehabilitation,...
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Photo of The Chelsea at Sparta
1616 Photos available
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8.9
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Everyone and everything is great here. I'm very happy she's at Chelsea. The staff is friendly and anytime mom needs anything they are right here to help. She said the food is very good. She is seated with 3...
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.
Photo of CareOne at Somerset Valley
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My sister and I recently move my mom into this assisted living community. We noticed a change in her memory, and she couldn't live at home alone anymore. She moved in about 2 months go and is 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.
CareOne Assisted Living at Bound Brook is an assisted living community located in Bound Brook, New Jersey in Somerset County and home to just over 10,000 people. Bound Brook is a warm community with lots of local stores and shops. Residents will be able to get in their exercise, enjoy park-like...
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Photo of Briarwood Senior Living
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My mother is at Briarwood, the facility is always calm, relaxing, and looks great. The location is great, and of course the staff is amazing. They are very accommodating, whenever we visit it makes us feel...
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 Briarwood Senior Living we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our number one goal is to put your safety and comfort at the top of our list. Our attention to detail and desire to please will never go unnoticed. Our highly trained staff are available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days...
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It has been wonderful. The staff is great and so easy to work with. Mom is really happy and her apartment is beautiful! I didn't know that she had already toured the facility and was looking at their...
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.
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Photo of CareOne East Brunswick Assisted Living
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My mom just passed away. I have nothing but good things to say about CareOne. They are great. Cared for my mom like family. My dad is still there and no complaints.
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.
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Photo of The Pathways at Warrington
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They were a pleasure to work with. And since they are a non profit- the price was very reasonable compared to other facilities. We heard about the activities, but did not get a chance to use them. It is a...
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.
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Photo of Brookdale Hamilton
99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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This facility is 100 times better than the one my father was in before. Much cleaner. Staff is great and they understand my father and his anger issues. The last place constantly called me about every little...
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.
If you and your family are looking for memory care, we can help. Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community with our Clare Bridge program is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our residents find a sense of belonging and purpose while also helping them preserve who they...
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Photo of Viva Senior Living at Lansdale
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We moved in my mother in law 2 months ago. Everything is great so far except for the food. She is not happy with the quality of the food, and her new friends all feel the same way. Overall the facility,...
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.
Our comfortable, homelike community is located just off Route 309 in the cozy Montgomery County borough of Lansdale. We're an easy drive from Philadelphia and points west, and only minutes away from Abington-Lansdale Hospital.
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Photo of Sunrise of Cresskill
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Love the apartment Newly renovated Nice size terrace roomy closets Whole complex very clean and well maintained I don't take meals so can't comment on that. A little disappointed with activities. They seem...
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.
About Sunrise of CresskillCommunity & Location Highlights:•Sunrise of Cresskill, NJ, offers a range of Bergen County senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care and short-term stays•Shopping and recreation, including swimming, are less than a mile...
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Photo of Hemsley House of North Wales
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They discontinued shuttle service for medical appointments months ago & that was one of the main reasons I chose Sunrise. Also, they are selling to a new company in a month or so, so that's unnerving.
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.
Over the last 40 years, Sunrise Senior Living's vision to redefine senior care resulted in a resident-centered approach that focuses on the individuality of each resident and has set the standard in the Senior living industry. We are defined by our people. Our team of serving hearts are guided by...
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Photo of Sunrise of Westfield
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Clean, friendly workers. Food was good, very nice rooms. I found that the activities were the same and they did not have many options for someone who didn’t like the activities offered. Bus trips were...
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.
(Please add to bottom of description)Sunrise of Westfield is not licensed for Medicaid.
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Cost of assisted living in Independence, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Independence is $5,159 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Panther Valley, NJ with an average of $5,159 per month.

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

Independence, NJ
$5,159/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in Independence, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,159/mo
$7,184/mo

Assisted living costs in Independence, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,633/mo
Studio
$4,915/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,898/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,166/mo

Senior living costs in Independence 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: Independence, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIndependence, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$5,159/mo$7,822/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,184/mo$9,554/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$3,797/mo$4,332/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Independence, NJ:$5,159/mo
New Jersey:$7,822/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Independence, NJ:$7,184/mo
New Jersey:$9,554/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Independence, NJ:$3,797/mo
New Jersey:$4,332/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Independence, NJ, over time

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

Independence, NJNJ stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Independence, NJ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Independence 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
Independence, NJ$4,901/mo$5,226/mo-6.2%
New Jersey$7,431/mo$7,121/mo+4.3%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Independence, NJ
2024 average cost:$4,901/mo
2023 average cost:$5,226/mo
Percent change:-6.2%
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 Independence, 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 Independence.

What families are saying about assisted living in Independence

Recent reviews for assisted living in Independence

Liza's House in Danielsville, PA

4.3
Pro Food is nutritious and prepared and served to please individuals...very accommodating for food and beverages. Welcoming environment Staff tends to be very pleasant and seem to care about the residents. Staff seems to know the residents. Staff members respond when concerns are brought to ...
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Bentley Assisted Living at Branchville

4.7
It's a great place. My mother is not complaining about the food, and she seems to be very happy with the activities. It seems to be very clean, and our interactions with the staff have been very good.

Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Park Ridge

4.0
The staff is very kind and friendly. They get to know each resident and adapt care accordingly. I would recommend this facility depending on the need of the consumer. The facility is not upscale it is home like and for me easy to visit whenever I want to see my husband.

Independence review score based on 2,026 family reviews

8.2
Review score407 facilities2026 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 2026 reviews of 407 Independence assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Independence 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

Independence review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Independence, NJ407 facilities
8.3
Raritan, NJ532 facilities
8.2
Vernon, NJ343 facilities

Review subcategories for Independence 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 2,026 reviews of 407 Independence assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Independence 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.
Independence, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.4
Care services
3.1
3.1
Staff
3.2
3.3
Meals & dining
3.0
3.0
Activities
3.0
3.0
Value for cost*
3.0
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Independence assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Independence assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Independence, 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 Independence 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 Independence that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Independence, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.1%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.4%
34.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.9%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72%
57.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.9%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.6%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.5%
53.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Independence 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 Independence Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Independence, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
49.1%
33.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.7%
41.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.1%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Independence 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 Independence partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Independence, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.2%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.2%
42.3%
No sugar
No sugar
58.2%
38.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.3%
37.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.1%
19.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Independence 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 Independence communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Independence, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.9%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
47.2%
38.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.2%
18.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Independence 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 Independence offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Independence, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
47.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.6%
31.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.6%
31.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.9%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.9%
50.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.8%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.6%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.3%
39.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60.4%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
44.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.7%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.9%
47.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Independence

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 Independence protect seniors.
Learn about New Jersey assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Colonial Manor at Panther Valley, Bentley Commons at Paragon Village and Riverwalk Village at The House of the Good Shepherd are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Independence, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 407 assisted living facilities near Independence, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Independence, New Jersey are Arden Courts Whippany, A Memory Care Community, Atria West 86 and Twin Cedar Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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