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My parents have been there for a year. The staff is wonderful and very caring. They consistently go above and beyond to make sure everyone is happy and well cared for. I walk in and I am reminded of a...
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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.
Haddonfield Home Assisted Living offers residents individualized assistance with the activities of daily living, as well as three restaurant-style meals daily, a full complement of wellness programs, weekly housekeeping and linen service, on-site activities and social events, and more. The...
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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.
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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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
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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.
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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[name removed] has helped me out in matters that I was confused about and she has helped me very patient and understanding. [name removed] in therapy is amazing my nurses and aides. Administration is great...
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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.
Cherry Hill Rehab & Nursing is a 120 bed luxury nursing facility offering spacious newly renovated semi-private rooms. All of our sub acute rooms come with huge 32 inch T.V.'s and brand new furniture. Refrigerators and wi-fi are included. Long term Our top of the line therapy department and super...
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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.
The Lakewood Courtyard's kitchen, under strict rabbinical supervision, provides three glatt kosher meals daily, as well as Shabbos and Yom Tov Seudos.
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Twin Cedars is an assisted living community in the beautiful town of Wenonah, New Jersey. The landscaped, tree-lined campus will have you feeling as if you are in a peaceful town in the country. Enjoy a serene fishing trip on Wenonah Lake, take a walk down the clean paths of the various parks...
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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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Staff there is excellent - always very caring and kind. In particular, [name removed] keeps the residents engaged with lots of activities. His enthusiasm for his job is incredible.
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.
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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Our family is so grateful for the exceptional care provided by the RiverView Estates Care Team. Their compassion and professionalism are unmatched. They are a kind and compassionate care team to include...
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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.
Riverview Estates is a faith-based community serving a diverse aging population and their families by providing a continuum of care with respect, acceptance, dignity and joy.
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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.
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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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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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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.
Noble Senior Living at Bridgeton Essentia Neighborhood distinctive Program is tailored to the individual needs of our residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory-related concerns.Our staff are trained specialists continuously educated and experienced in providing the highest level of...
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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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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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Northeast Residence is a senior living community located in Philadelphia, PA, home to over 1.5 million people. Philadelphia is a very large city known for great shops, stores, sporting events and shows. Residents who are active will be able to enjoy going for scenic walks, doing their shopping,...
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Although the level of care they provide is not quite adequate for my loved one (and we are looking in to other options), they do an excellent job here at the level they are able to provide for. The staff are...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, The Triton House is a licensed NJ residence just one block from the beach! Walk on the boardwalk all year long and enjoy summer breezes on the spacious front porch. We are located in easy walking distance to town and the train. With a comfortable living room,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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, 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.
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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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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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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Wading River, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Wading River is $5,976 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Atlantic City, NJ with an average of $4,852 per month.

Assisted living costs in Wading River, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Wading River, NJ
$5,976/mo

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

Wading River, NJ
$5,976/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Assisted living costs in Wading River, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,976/mo
$5,981/mo

Assisted living costs in Wading River, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,345/mo
Studio
$6,242/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,385/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,761/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,160/mo

Senior living costs in Wading River 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: Wading River, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWading River, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$5,976/mo$6,962/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$5,981/mo$7,042/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living$4,904/mo$5,983/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Wading River, NJ:$5,976/mo
New Jersey:$6,962/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Wading River, NJ:$5,981/mo
New Jersey:$7,042/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Wading River, NJ:$4,904/mo
New Jersey:$5,983/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wading River, 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 Wading River.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wading River

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wading River

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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Fountain View at Logan Square in Philadelphia, PA

4.1
It's great, it's a very convenient location for us. The staff are great, they're very friendly and welcoming. Overall it's a really good experience.

Wading River review score based on 1,115 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1115 reviews of 230 Wading River assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wading River 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

Wading River review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Wading River, NJ230 facilities
8.3
Port Republic, NJ176 facilities
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Egg Harbor City, NJ256 facilities

Review subcategories for Wading River 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 1,115 reviews of 230 Wading River assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wading River 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.
Wading River, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Wading River assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wading River assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wading River, 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 Wading River 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 Wading River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wading River, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.8%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.2%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.8%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.6%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.2%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.8%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.6%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Wading River 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 Wading River Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wading River, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.8%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wading River 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 Wading River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wading River, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.6%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.6%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
45.6%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.6%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Wading River 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 Wading River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wading River, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.4%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.6%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
37.6%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wading River 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 Wading River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wading River, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
52.8%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.8%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.2%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.2%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.4%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.2%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.6%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.6%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.2%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.6%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
51.6%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
34.4%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.6%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.2%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wading River

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 Wading River protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Traditions of Cross Keys, Brookdale Cape May and The Terraces at Seacrest Village are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Wading River, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 258 assisted living facilities near Wading River, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Wading River, New Jersey are Traditions of Cross Keys, The Terraces at Seacrest Village and The Birches at Newtown. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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