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My mom has been at Brandywine Living for the past year. The place and people are very nice and the apartments are spacious - much larger than any others I've seen. They have ample activities. The only...
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.
Discover a verdant community in bloom at Spring Meadows Summit, offering Assisted Living services in Summit, New Jersey. Completely refurbished in 2012, our warm and inviting community features experienced and professional staff members who are committed to improving the quality of life of our...
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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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Rehabilitation Center at Hartwick @ Oak Tree is excellent, attentive, caring, professional, competent in every way.
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.
Well known as a provider of high quality nursing and rehabilitation care, Hartwyck at Oak Tree is a unique facility that provides not only geriatric care, but also specialized care for residents who are ventilator-dependent or suffering from traumatic brain injury. Our staff is highly skilled in...
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We can't say enough about Brandywine Assist Living. After searching many facilities, and trying to find the right one; we had no doubt we found the perfect place for my mom. Not only was the staff very...
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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Whispering Woods was amazing. I would recommend to anyone. The rooms are lovely and the staff very kind. The head nurse is wonderful and she too is very kind and thoughtful. The staff including...
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 Complete Care at Whispering Woods, an Edison, New Jersey Assisted Living Facility, we pride ourselves on the relationships we build with our residents and staff. Through frequent site visits and a hands-on approach from our top leadership, we create strong connections with both the residents...
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The marketing official knew all there was to know about the place. There was ample space in the apartment. The meal plan was superb- we had the choice of two meals per day in the Bistro or 1 meal per day in...
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.
Located in a secluded spot just off Highway 78, Fellowship Village in Basking Ridge, Somerset County, New Jersey is a peaceful and beautiful assisted living community to live in. Through the long winters and the moderate summers of New Jersey, we make sure the very best of each season is enjoyed...
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.
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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My stay at the Villa was pleasant due to the friendly staff and cleanliness of the facility. I will highly recommend the Villa. Thank you for working with my doctor.
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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Cost of assisted living in Watchung, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Watchung is $7,434 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of $6,809 per month.

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

Watchung, NJ
$7,434/mo

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

Watchung, NJ
$7,434/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

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

Assisted Living
$7,434/mo
$7,506/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,439/mo
Studio
$8,008/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,247/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,173/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Watchung, 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 Watchung.

What families are saying about assisted living in Watchung

Recent reviews for assisted living in Watchung

Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne

5.0
Although the expenence of needing to make this transition was not ideal, my experience w/ Arden easier than anticipated. Every single person I Interacted w/ was pleasent and I truly feel my great aunt is getting the best care possible. EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS.

Arbor Terrace Mountainside

5.0
The only helpful thing would be using Touchpoint to create the shopping list when supplies run out. I often get multiple calls a day when they run out of soap supplies. Really minor because of such great care and medical coordination. Very happy with the transparency and visibility, the ...
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Sunrise of Mountain Lakes

4.9
I thought the facility was always and clean and looking great. The staff was always present and they took care of my mother very well. I would recommend Sunrise of Mountain Lakes to others looking.

Watchung review score based on 213 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 213 reviews of 31 Watchung assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Watchung 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

Watchung review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Watchung, NJ31 facilities
8.1
8.0
Plainfield, NJ35 facilities

Review subcategories for Watchung 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 213 reviews of 31 Watchung assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Watchung 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.
Watchung, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Watchung assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watchung assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watchung, 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 Watchung 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 Watchung that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Watchung, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75.8%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.9%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.9%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.8%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.9%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.7%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.8%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Watchung 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 Watchung Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watchung, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.7%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.6%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75.8%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watchung 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 Watchung partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watchung, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
63.6%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
69.7%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
69.7%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63.6%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Watchung 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 Watchung communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watchung, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
63.6%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
60.6%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
54.5%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watchung 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 Watchung offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watchung, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.6%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.5%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.7%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.7%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.8%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.6%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.6%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69.7%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.7%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
69.7%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
48.5%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.7%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Watchung

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 Watchung protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulations

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There are 36 assisted living facilities near Watchung, New Jersey. See the full list.

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

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