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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.
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: Memory Care
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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, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The Lions Gate community has been a good fit for my loved one. He is receiving the care and attention he needs. The staff is very attentive and keep him safe. The place overall is very clean and well...
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.
Lions gate, a continuing care retirement community in affiliation with the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey for adults 62 and up. Our residents enjoy an active worry free lifestyle complete with spacious apartments, cottages and a remarkable variety of amenities and on site...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Upon our arrival at Bayside Manor, we found it to be clean and inviting. Both staff and residents were very friendly and helpful. We met the facilities administrator and we were pleased to find out that...
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.
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My Mother found a whole new family at Brandywine almost three years ago. And this is because the people that choose to work there treat 1) the job like a vocation, and, 2) the residents like their own...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.

Cost of assisted living in Barnegat Light, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Barnegat Light is $6,989 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Harvey Cedars, NJ with an average of $5,273 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Barnegat Light, NJ vs. nearby cities

Barnegat Light, NJ
$6,989/mo
$5,680/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Barnegat Light, NJ vs. the state and national average

Barnegat Light, NJ
$6,989/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Barnegat Light vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$6,989/mo
$7,004/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Barnegat Light, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,923/mo
Studio
$7,274/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,667/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,116/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,605/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Barnegat Light, 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 Barnegat Light.

What families are saying about assisted living in Barnegat Light

Recent reviews for assisted living in Barnegat Light

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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Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Princeton

5.0
My sister entered FTMC in [date removed] -just as COVID was taking over the world. It was a painful and agonizing decision, but Fox Trail was incredibly helpful and encouraging from the beginning. The transition went so well, it felt like a miracle. My sister made a phenomenal adjustment and ...
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Sunrise of Lincroft

5.0
My mother has flourished at Sunrise of Lincroft. Her health and personal needs are provided for by a caring and kind staff and she can participate in a variety of activities that interest her and the other residents. The facility has a cozy home-like atmosphere. My mother is seen regularly by ...
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Barnegat Light review score based on 718 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 718 reviews of 158 Barnegat Light assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Barnegat Light 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

Barnegat Light review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Barnegat Light, NJ158 facilities
9.1
Harvey Cedars, NJ6 facilities
9.1
Surf City, NJ5 facilities

Review subcategories for Barnegat Light 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 718 reviews of 158 Barnegat Light assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Barnegat Light 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.
Barnegat Light, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Barnegat Light assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barnegat Light assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barnegat Light, 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 Barnegat Light 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 Barnegat Light that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Barnegat Light, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.5%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.2%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.3%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.9%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.7%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.6%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.6%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.5%
44.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Barnegat Light 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 Barnegat Light Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Barnegat Light, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.5%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.8%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barnegat Light 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 Barnegat Light partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barnegat Light, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50.6%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.8%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
47.6%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.8%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.6%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Barnegat Light 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 Barnegat Light communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barnegat Light, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.7%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.6%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
43.3%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.4%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barnegat Light 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 Barnegat Light offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barnegat Light, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.3%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.3%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.7%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.9%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.6%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.5%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.4%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
54.9%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
36.6%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.2%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Barnegat Light

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New Jersey assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Barnegat Light protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulations

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The Terraces at Seacrest Village, Sunrise of Marlboro and Brookdale Westampton are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Barnegat Light, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 171 assisted living facilities near Barnegat Light, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Barnegat Light, New Jersey are The Terraces at Seacrest Village, Sunrise of Marlboro and Brookdale Westampton. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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