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Photo of Motivations Inc
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.
Photo of North 25 Housing
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Mt Olivet Village
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of The Villages at Pine Valley
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.
Photo of The Villages at Pine Valley
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.
Photo of Taylors Personal Care Home
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.
Photo of Taylors Personal Care Home
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Woolwich Gardens is owned by a team of local physicians & entrepreneurs who understand the needs of our seniors and are committed to providing the best possible care.Our community features 40 assisted living apartment homes, and 26 memory care residences developed specifically to support...
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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.
Woolwich Gardens is owned by a team of local physicians & entrepreneurs who understand the needs of our seniors and are committed to providing the best possible care.Our community features 40 assisted living apartment homes, and 26 memory care residences developed specifically to support...
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Photo of The Arbors at Spring Lake
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Me and my loved one really likes this community. It is very beautiful and 2 stories. My loved one is very,very pleased here. The only ting that I would like to see is some sort of activities for the...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Family owned and operated for 21 years, we offer an experienced staff plus a history of rent increases that will comfort you. Prime 3 acre location near parks, churches, Spring Lake boardwalk and town shopping. No entrance fee, just an all-inclusive monthly payment that includes 3 meals a day,...
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Attentive caregivers in a loving family oriented environment. I appreciate the level of professionalism provided here along with the compassionate care for clients. I highly recommend!
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.
Photo of North York Apartments
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of North York Apartments
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Broad Street Residence
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.
Photo of Broad Street Residence
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.
Photo of Robinson Personal Care Home
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.
Robinson Personal Care Home is a senior living community located in Philadelphia, PA. Philadelphia is a very busy city and home to about 1.5 million people. Residents can find a host of activities to partake in, including going to restaurants, doing their shopping, going to games, concerts and...
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Photo of Applewood Village
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.
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...
Photo of Heritage Village at Manalapan
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.
Photo of Heritage Village at Manalapan
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.
Photo of Christal Care Services
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.
Photo of Orth Home
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, 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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Wading River, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Wading River is $4,904 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pleasantville, NJ with an average of $4,198 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Wading River, NJ vs. nearby cities

Wading River, NJ
$4,904/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Wading River, NJ vs. the state and national average

Wading River, NJ
$4,904/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Wading River vs. other types of senior living

$5,981/mo
Independent Living
$4,904/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Wading River, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,237/mo
Studio
$5,822/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,030/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,297/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,469/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Wading River

Recent reviews for independent living in Wading River

Silverwoods in Toms River, NJ

4.3
My brother in independent living so he is in his own apartment and pays for additional onsite Wellness and bus trips. His unit was completely remodeled so very nice. He pays for individual onsite cleaning service but it is mediocre. Helpful staff especially onsite nurse. Usually the meals are ...
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The Terraces at Lawrence in Lawrenceville, NJ

5.0
I love the services that I get. Everyone is very kind. I've had nothing but great service I would absolutely recommend for people to come here.

Friends Village, Styer Campus in Newtown, PA

4.2
We chose this facility because I thought it would fit my brother-in-laws personality better. He is in a community where there are 3 or 4 suites, almost like a motel set-up. He has a dog so he is able to go out the front or back door, its more private and personal. His cottage is good sized, it ...
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Wading River independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wading River independent 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 dietary accommodations in Wading River independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of 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
28.5%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.2%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.6%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.2%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wading River independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Wading River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wading River, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
26.1%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.9%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wading River independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Wading River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wading River, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.6%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.3%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.3%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.3%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.8%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.1%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.5%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
36.2%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
25.2%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.2%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.9%
40%
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Traditions of Cross Keys, Brookdale Cape May and The Terraces at Seacrest Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wading River, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 327 independent living facilities near Wading River, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent 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 independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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