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The cost of independent living in East Franklin is about $6,318 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 30 options. Read 583 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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.
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When I had to move my parents from Philadelphia 5 years ago to the Hillsborough area, my wife and I spoke with friends and toured several of the assisted living facilities in the area. They ended up at the...
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.
The Avalon at Hillsborough is Bridgeway Senior Healthcare's newest Assisted Living Residence, having opened in October 2006. We are affiliated with Bridgeway Care Center are a part of the Bridgeway Senior Healthcare continuum of services.    From the moment you walk through our...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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: 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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Cost of independent living in East Franklin, NJ

The average cost of senior living in East Franklin is $6,318 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Rocky Hill, NJ with an average of $5,939 per month.

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

East Franklin, NJ
$6,318/mo

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

East Franklin, NJ
$6,318/mo
U.S. national average
$4,138/mo

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

$7,157/mo
Independent Living
$6,318/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,984/mo
Studio
$7,605/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,574/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,139/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in East Franklin over time

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What families are saying about independent living in East Franklin

Recent reviews for independent living in East Franklin

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 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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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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East Franklin independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Franklin independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Franklin, 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 East Franklin 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 East Franklin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60.7%
20.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
53.6%
30.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
39.3%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in East Franklin 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 East Franklin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
53.6%
36.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
43%
Room service
Room service
57.1%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Franklin 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 East Franklin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60.7%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
53.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.4%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.6%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.6%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.1%
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The Villas of Holmdel, Sunrise of Marlboro and Sunrise of Bridgewater are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Franklin, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

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

The best independent living facilities near you in East Franklin, New Jersey are The Villas of Holmdel, Brighton Gardens of Edison and The Brielle. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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