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10 Best Nursing Homes in Cape May County, NJ

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Cape May County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 117 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Cape May County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Cape May County is about $6,253, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 1927 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Cape May County, NJ

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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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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Southern Ocean Center, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
ManorCare Voorhees provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation with exceptional customer service and medical care. We focus on the complete care process by accommodating patient's personal preferences and physical abilities. The rehabilitation units are their own separate, distinct units. 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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Cost of nursing homes in Cape May County, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Cape May County is $6,253 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millville, NJ with an average of $5,726 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cape May County, NJ vs. nearby counties

Cape May County, NJ
$6,253/mo
$6,244/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cape May County, NJ vs. the state and national average

Cape May County, NJ
$6,253/mo
U.S. national average
$4,918/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cape May County vs. other types of senior living

$6,089/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,253/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Cape May County, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,626/mo
Studio
$6,638/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,036/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,320/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Cape May County over time

Cape May County, NJNJ stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Cape May County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Cape May County

Royal Suites Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Galloway, NJ

5.0
I am a resident. I live here at Royal Suites. I wanted to say how much fun I had at "Goat Pet Therapy". It was an exciting day for all of us. Our activity department is great. The program brought back memories of me living on my own farm. I am thankful for my care here. I am thankful for my ...
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Hammonton Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

4.0
I have had two rehabilitation stunts myself and compared to those facilities Hammonton Center is better. I see that my sister is receiving good care.

United Methodist Communities Pitman

4.6
From the first step of the application process through admittance and residency, everyone that we have come in contact with at Pitman have been caring and gracious... Just nice people to deal with..

Cape May County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cape May County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cape May County, 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 Cape May County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Cape May County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cape May County, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.2%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.5%
23.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
78%
23.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.9%
10.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.8%
19.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.4%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.6%
17.7%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cape May County nursing homes

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 Cape May County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cape May County, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.1%
3.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.4%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.5%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cape May County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cape May County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cape May County, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.6%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Cape May County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cape May County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cape May County, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.4%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.1%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
36.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.6%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cape May County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Cape May County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cape May County, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.3%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.8%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
45.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
36.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.1%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.9%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Cape May, The Terraces at Seacrest Village and Traditions of Cross Keys are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Cape May County, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 117 nursing homes facilities near Cape May County, New Jersey. See the full list.

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