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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 30 independent living facilities in Helmetta, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Randall Manor, Elm Park and Port Richmond.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Staten Island, Princeton and Hamilton.

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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.
AHEPA AHEPA Highland Apartments is a 55 + community in Highland Park, Middlesex County, NJ. Highland Park sits on the Raritan River and encompasses ninety acre Donaldson Park. The park has picnic groves, two playgrounds, a dog park and sports fields and courts. Highland Park got it's name, in...
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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.
AHEPA AHEPA Highland Apartments is a 55 + community in Highland Park, Middlesex County, NJ. Highland Park sits on the Raritan River and encompasses ninety acre Donaldson Park. The park has picnic groves, two playgrounds, a dog park and sports fields and courts. Highland Park got it's name, in...
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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.
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
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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.
Centrally located on scenic Route 79 in Marlboro Township, Renaissance is an elegant residence situated on over three acres. A bed and breakfast ambiance ensures that you will feel at home from the moment you step onto the wrap-around porch. With everything brand new--from the shining hard wood...
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Very beautiful and well kept. My bubbe was very happy here. She made a lot of friends and loved her room. I would recommend this place to anyone. The staff are very friendly and everyone smiles. I only had...
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.
The Martin and Edith Stein Assisted Living Residence represents a new dimension in living for those who choose not to live alone, yet do not need nursing home care. In our innovative, assisted-living environment, the fullness of life continues. Residents are appreciated for their talents and...
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Helmetta, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Helmetta is $6,605 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Princeton, NJ with an average of $5,532 per month.

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

Helmetta, NJ
$6,605/mo
$6,600/mo
$6,473/mo

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

Helmetta, NJ
$6,605/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$7,528/mo
Independent Living
$6,605/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,553/mo
Studio
$8,083/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,808/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,505/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 Helmetta

Recent reviews for independent living in Helmetta

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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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.

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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Helmetta independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helmetta independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helmetta, 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 Helmetta 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 Helmetta partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Helmetta, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.2%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.2%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
38.2%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.4%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Helmetta 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 Helmetta communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Helmetta, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.2%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.6%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Helmetta 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 Helmetta offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Helmetta, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.2%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.3%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.5%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.2%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.2%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.1%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.4%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.5%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.2%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.6%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
40%
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Sunrise of Marlboro, Sunrise of East Brunswick and Sunrise of Lincroft are the top-rated independent living facilities near Helmetta, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 30 independent living facilities near Helmetta, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Helmetta, New Jersey are Sunrise of Marlboro, Sunrise of East Brunswick and Maplewood at Princeton. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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