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1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.9
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56 reviews
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We are so grateful for the care our Mom recieves and friendships she has made. My Mom has a more vibrant life than she’s had in a long time. My mother came in during the pandemic when she was practically...
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.
Popular Activities:FOX led physical therapy exercise classes held twice a week along with Sing Fit exercise essential programs, weekly Shabbat services every Friday afternoon led by visiting Rabbi, weekly Poker games, quarterly "Bingo Funny Money" store, baking/food prep programs, bi weekly lunch...
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1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.8
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34 reviews
9.8
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34 reviews
5 star
65%
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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.
Welcome to Sunrise of Lincroft, where we currently have limited suites available in our Memory Care and Assisted Living neighborhoods. Nestled just 1.5 miles off Exit 109 of the Garden State Parkway, our community boasts a tranquil and residential atmosphere that sets us apart.To truly understand...
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2222 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.6
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14 reviews
9.6
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14 reviews
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what we like about Sunrise of Shrewsbury is that it is clean, and the staff are reachable for communication. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had 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.
Located in the beautiful Borough of Shrewsbury and within easy reach of New York City, Sunrise of Shrewsbury provides the very best in personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in elegant surroundings. Our community is conveniently situated on Route 35...
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2020 Photos available
9.6
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37 reviews
9.6
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37 reviews
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All 5s. We have been very happy with Arbor Terrace. Our loved one likes the food and the friendliness of the staff members a lot. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience...
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.
Arbor Terrace Middletown offers the best in senior living in New Jersey's beautiful town of Middletown. You'll find all the comforts of home with the amenities of a retirement community at Arbor Terrace. Leave behind the worries of home ownership and enjoy a vibrant community of peers and...
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1010 Photos available
9.2
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4 reviews
9.2
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4 reviews
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The Villas of Holmdel is amazing in every way. The food is better than a 5 Star restaurant! The staff are so kind and caring. The activities are creative, exciting and fulfilling. The indoor saltwater pool...
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.
The Villas of Holmdel, a member of the Hackensack Meridian Health family, offers a level of amenities, residence choices and care options that exceeds the everyday.As the destination for resort-style retirement living, The Villas of Holmdel offers modern spaces and contemporary finishes, combined...
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2121 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.7
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9 reviews
8.7
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9 reviews
5 star
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My father stayed at Artis Senior Living for one month in their Memory Care Facility while my mother (his primary caregiver) was having a major medical procedure. I cannot say enough good things about the...
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 Artis, we help people living with dementia achieve the essential human need for purpose, belonging, and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life. By “Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today,” we create safer, more connected, more celebrated lives.Our...
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8.7
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26 reviews
8.7
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26 reviews
5 star
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It was mostly positive. Very clean, well run and maintained facility. If the care attendants could have been better it would have been a 5 overall.
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.
Arbor Terrace Shrewsbury provides the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living in the Tinton Falls, New Jersey area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and personalized...
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2121 Photos available
3434 Floor plans available
8.6
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7 reviews
8.6
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7 reviews
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Overall my experience with the staff has been positive. Most of the staff have been wonderful. My mom is in memory care and now hospice. Hospice staff have been very supportive and caring. My biggest issue...
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.
Located in vibrant Shrewsbury, Monmouth County, The Chelsea At Shrewsbury offers personalized Assisted Living in studio, one and two-bedroom apartments. Our Country Cottage provides a safe, pleasant and supportive environment for residents with Alzheimer’s and other memory impairments. Our...
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8.0
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57 reviews
8.0
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57 reviews
5 star
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My mother seems very content at Brighton Gardens. She is currently residing in their memory care unit called Remanence. The facility is clean, food is good and the care is very good.
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.
Brighton Gardens provides assisted living in an elegant residential environment. We deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Sunrise Principles of Service, we afford families peace-of-mind by providing our residents with...
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8.0
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9 reviews
8.0
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We were so fortunate to find millennium in Homdel. Despite the behaviors my uncle showed, they took care of him, were patient, and treated him like a person. Thelma is an excellent communicator and made...
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.
Coming Soon! We are currently building this new home and will be open in 2016! Check back for details.
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Photo of Mira Vie Tinton Falls
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.0
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12 reviews
7.0
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12 reviews
5 star
8%
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42%
3 star
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2 star
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I would highly recommend The Chelsea. It was a very caring and capable facility. My mom had a lot of additional medical issues, and they were just on top of it at all times. And they were always fully in...
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.
Mira Vie Tinton FallsMira Vie Tinton Falls provides seniors with an assisted living community to call home in a great, suburban location. Tinton Falls, New Jersey is a part of Monmouth County, and it provides residents and guest with a beautiful place to visit and call home. Those who are guests...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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We moved our 88-year-old mother into Brandywine at the Sycamore in September. Out of all the interviews and virtual tours conducted, Brandywine gave us the best first impression. They were the most...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine at Sycamore. 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.
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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
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.

Cost of assisted living in Highlands, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Highlands is $7,392 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Little Silver, NJ with an average of $6,988 per month.

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

Highlands, NJ
$7,392/mo

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

Highlands, NJ
$7,392/mo
U.S. national average
$4,730/mo

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

Assisted Living
$7,392/mo
$7,392/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,425/mo
Studio
$7,203/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,638/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,988/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Highlands over time

Highlands, NJNJ stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Highlands, NJ

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What families are saying about assisted living in Highlands

Recent reviews for assisted living in Highlands

The Brielle in Staten Island, NY

5.0
The staff at the Brielle is very caring and attentive. They provide their residents with the assistance they need, activities, events, and good food.

Castle Senior Living at Forest Hills in Corona, NY

3.5
Problem is they've gone downhill a bit over the year with new management, so done decline on cleanliness, Food, Activities since we joined. They accept Medicaid which was huge for us. It's the first thing we would ask now moving forward.

Senior Living Residences Marlboro in Morganville, NJ

5.0
Our mom moved to The Chelsea at Marlboro a few months ago and her experience has been terrific! We are so happy that the staff has made her really feel like she has a new home. Her apartment is clean and spacious. She enjoys the meals and the activities. We feel comfortable knowing that if we ...
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Highlands review score based on 54 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 54 reviews of 14 Highlands assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Highlands 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

Highlands review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Highlands, NJ14 facilities
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Review subcategories for Highlands 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 54 reviews of 14 Highlands assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Highlands 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.
Highlands, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.6
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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Highlands assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highlands assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highlands, 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 Highlands 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 Highlands that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.1%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.4%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.6%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Highlands 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 Highlands Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Highlands, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.3%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Highlands 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 Highlands partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Highlands, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.1%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.3%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
64.3%
36.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
35.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Highlands 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 Highlands communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Highlands, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
64.3%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.7%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highlands 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 Highlands offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Highlands, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.1%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
29.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.3%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.3%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.3%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
64.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.3%
45.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Highlands

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 Highlands protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulations

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The Belvedere, Sunrise of Marlboro and Atria Forest Hills are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Highlands, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 14 assisted living facilities near Highlands, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Highlands, New Jersey are The Belvedere, Sunrise of Marlboro and Atria Forest Hills. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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