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Independent Living near Cranford, New Jersey
Atria Cranford
10 Jackson Drive, Cranford, NJ 07016
Conveniently located just off the Garden State Parkway, down the road from Rahway River Park, Atria Cranford has served Union County families for more than 20 years. A friendly, tenured staff – including more than 60 employees with over a decade of experience at the community – is available 24/7....
Sunrise of Westfield
240 Springfield Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
Arbor Terrace Mountainside
1050 Springfield Avenue, Mountainside, NJ 07092
Arbor Terrace Mountainside provides the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living in the Mountainside, New Jersey area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident will receive unique and...
Brighton Gardens of Mountainside
1350 Route 22 West, Mountainside, NJ 07092
Brighton Gardens of Mountainside offers personalized care for older adults in Union County, NJ. Our compassionate team, including our Designated Care Managers, provides individualized care to fit your unique needs and preferences. We work to promote your independence, while providing you the...
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The Chelsea at Fanwood
295 South Ave., Fanwood, NJ 07023
The Chelsea offers an attractive new lifestyle alternative for older adults who may be experiencing some difficulty managing on their own at home. The Chelsea offers a gracious environment with many beautiful common areas. It is conveniently located within a short distance of shops, restaurants,...
Bethany Residence
401 Rutgers Ave., Hillside, NJ 07205
Sunrise of Summit NOW OPEN
26 River Road, Summit, NJ 07901
Ideally located just down the road from the Village Green in Summit, New Jersey, and only 20 miles from Manhattan, Sunrise of Summit provides highly personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in a bright, cheerful, and modern atmosphere. Our community...
Brighton Gardens of Edison
1801 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820
Brighton Gardens of Edison is located just minutes from the Garden State Parkway, the New Jersey Turnpike, Route 1, Route 287, and is within walking distance from the Metro Park train station. Residents may enjoy the many nearby attractions including the Menlo Park Mall, seasonal farmers markets,...
CareOne at Livingston Assisted Living
76 Passaic Avenue, Livingston, NJ 07039
CareOne at Livingston Assisted Living is conveniently located near major highways and sits between the Livingston Mall and Short Hills Mall on Passaic Avenue. We take pride in providing a broad continuum of health care services in a Campus setting. Part of a CareOne Senior Care...
Heritage of Clara Barton
1015 Amboy Ave, Edison, NJ 08837
Heritage of Clara Barton offers independent and assisted living services in a breathtaking and unique setting. Our community is actually a renovated school building built in the early 1920s and is now composed of 84 assisted living apartments and 27 independent living apartments.Our community...
The Brielle at Seaview
140 Friendship Ln, Staten Island, NY 10314
The Brielle at Seaview, a non-profit community, is nestled in a natural wooded oasis right on Staten Island. We offer assisted living and memory care on a 10-acre campus that's comfortably removed from the surrounding noise and hectic pace. It's an idyllic setting where you can enjoy walking...
Juniper Village at Chatham
500 Southern Boulevard, Chatham Township, NJ 07928
Juniper Village at Chatham is a gracious and enriching home to approximately 100 individuals. Located within walking distance to shopping and restaurants in the heart of beautiful Chatham Township, our classically appointed decor offers a refined ambiance while our distinctive programs nurture...
Spring Hills Livingston (Opening Fall 2021)
346 East Cedar Street, Livingston, NJ 07039
Canterbury Village
33 Mount Pleasant Ave, West Orange, NJ 07052
Established in 1921 in West Orange, NJ Canterbury Village is an experienced Assisted Living Residence. With only 53 residents we offer personalized assistance, support and healthcare services, available 24 hours a day. Our reasonable monthly service fee includes a spacious private studio with...
Brookdale West Orange
520 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052
You’ll have the care you need if you need it so you can focus on having fun.With assisted living and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to your specific needs. And our community is just 30 minutes away from New York City so you can enjoy all the great shopping and restaurants that...
Brighton Gardens of Florham Park
21 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park, NJ 07932
Come visit our community nestled in the suburbs of Florham Park with tree-lined walking paths surrounding us. Enter our community and you'll experience first hand the Sunrise Difference.Please call for more information or to schedule a visit to find out how Brighton Gardens can enrich your life...
Brookdale Florham Park
8 James Street, Florham Park, NJ 07932
There’s a lot to love here, and redefined independence is just one of those things.With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need, when you need it. Our memory care program is rooted in “a person-centered approach,” which means we help our residents find a sense of...
Park Lane at Sea View
460 N Brielle Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314
Park Lane at Sea View sets a new standard in independent living for seniors. Set in a lushly landscaped, park-like setting, Park Lane features two meticulously restored landmark buildings boasting every modern amenity and convenience. Our unique suite of services allows residents to customize...
Sunrise of Madison
215 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ 07940
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
The Chelsea at Warren
274 King George Rd, Warren, NJ 07059
The Chelsea at Warren offers an attractive new lifestyle alternative for older adults who may be experiencing some difficulty managing on their own at home. The Chelsea offers a gracious environment with many beautiful common areas. It is conveniently located within a short distance of shops,...
Learn More About Independent Living in Cranford, NJ
Cranford offers typical services like shopping centers, restaurants, and healthcare facilities in a suburban setting that lies within close reach of the big-city attractions found in Newark and New York. Within Cranford’s city limits, residents enjoy local parks and historic sites, like Nomahegan Park and the Revolutionary War Cantonment Site, which highlight the region’s natural beauty and storied past.
Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in Cranford are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of Cranford retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.
Cost of Independent Living in Cranford, NJ
The median monthly cost of independent living in 2019 was about $7,000 in Cranford and $3,100 within the Cranford metropolitan area. The median monthly cost of independent living in 2019 in the state of New Jersey was around $2,800.
Learn More About Cranford, NJ
Cost of Living
The total household expenses associated with living in Cranford are rated 31 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated above the average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
Income and Housing
Local Hospitals
The top hospitals that service Cranford include:
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at Rahway
- Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
- Bed count: 120+
- Specialties: emergency department, physical therapy, joint replacement
Trinitas Regional Medical Center
- Facility type: faith-based, short-term acute care
- Bed count: 420+
- Specialties: emergency department, ICU, physical therapy
Weather and Climate
Cranford’s climate is classified as humid subtropical, experiencing humid summers and cold winters. The average humidity level is 62%, and humidity levels are often highest during September at about 67%.
Seasonal Temperatures
Air Quality
- Relative Air Quality Index: 102
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
- Average annual precipitation: 51″
Demographics and Values
Population Statistics
Race & Ethnicity
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
- Non-discrimination laws in Newark: 30/30
- Overall inclusivity: 61/100
2016 Presidential Election Results for Union County
Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation
Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in Cranford include:
- Crane-Phillips House Museum
- Cranford Hall
- Revolutionary War Cantonment Site
Outdoor attractions in Cranford:
- Nomahegan Park
- McConnell Park
- Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
Cranford’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:
- Cranford Theater
- Downtown Cranford
Transportation
The Union County Paratransit System offers curb-to-curb services to senior citizens and those in need of paratransit services in Cranford. Taxis, and rideshare services like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Cranford.
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