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The cost of independent living in Cumberland is about $4,850 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 263 options. Read 4136 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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I am happily settled here and enjoy all aspects of daily life. I especially appreciate the peaceful surroundings and friendly neighborhood residents. All the staff at Buena have been wonderfully helpful and...
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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.
The Buena Gardens is a senior apartment complex located in Minotola, New Jersey, about 30 minutes away from Atlantic City in Atlantic County. Our charming apartments are available to seniors at least 55-years old who wish to enjoy relaxing in a resort-style complex without worrying about home...
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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.
Located in historic Bridgeton NJ, this 80 unit apartment complex was renovated from its original use as an old sewing factory in the 1900's. Many of the factory's employees not only remain Bridgeton residents, but currently live in the Riverwalk Senior complex. The apartment complex sits next to...
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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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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.
New Standard Senior Living is the onlyretirement community in the Hammontonarea with affordable, private assisted livingsuites that offers Medicaid and low-incomehousing options, in addition to private pay.More value and the best support for yourmoney — and payment options you can livewith — add...
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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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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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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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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: Independent Living
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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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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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Riverwalk Senior Apartments are located in historic Salem, Salem County, New Jersey. The Salem Court House was erected in 1735 and still serves as city administrative offices and has the original bell inside this amazing American monument. Salem also has a marvelous Aquatic nursery for a...
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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.
Twin Cedars is an assisted living community in the beautiful town of Wenonah, New Jersey. The landscaped, tree-lined campus will have you feeling as if you are in a peaceful town in the country. Enjoy a serene fishing trip on Wenonah Lake, take a walk down the clean paths of the various parks...
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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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The Lions Gate community has been a good fit for my loved one. He is receiving the care and attention he needs. The staff is very attentive and keep him safe. The place overall is very clean and well...
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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.
Lions gate, a continuing care retirement community in affiliation with the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey for adults 62 and up. Our residents enjoy an active worry free lifestyle complete with spacious apartments, cottages and a remarkable variety of amenities and on site...
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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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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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We sold our home after 42 year of memories. We had no idea if we could adjust to a Active Senior Community, but after four months we are both convinced this was the right move. The apartment is very large...
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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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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.
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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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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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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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Cumberland, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Cumberland is $4,850 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shiloh, NJ with an average of $4,188 per month.

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

Cumberland, NJ
$4,850/mo
$4,844/mo
$4,884/mo

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

Cumberland, NJ
$4,850/mo
U.S. national average
$4,123/mo

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

$5,832/mo
Independent Living
$4,850/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,478/mo
Studio
$6,182/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,270/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,753/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,032/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Cumberland over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Cumberland

Recent reviews for independent living in Cumberland

Meadowcrest at Middletown

3.5
They have to work out some growing pains in the business still. What is said that will get done and what gets done, doesn't always happen. They don't always think of the residents versus the comfort of the workers, for example: it's so cold there, they've got it down to 72. They are a company ...
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HarborChase of Wilmington

4.8
I'd say that while we expected a challenging transition from independent city life to assisted living, my uncle has been very happy there and that he's made a real home for himself there. We picked this community because it was a combination of the services they offered and the respect he was ...
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Luther Towers in Wilmington, DE

4.5
For how they try to accommodate the residents, they really go above and beyond. The only thing that is difficult is that my mom can't see that well and the ovens are geared for handicapped people and it's digital and she can't read the numbers. Lot's of activities. They have things like bingo, ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many residents express appreciation for the caring nature of the staff at their community. At Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills, residents and their families have developed long-term friendships with the caregivers.
Variety of activities based on residents' interests. Residents take pleasure in the wide range of specialized activities offered in communities. For example, at Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills, staff members organize a weekly trivia night, regular outings to pools for swimming sessions, hikes and fishing days at nearby city parks, and more.
Quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Woodbury Mews, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, making meals enjoyable for everyone.
Properly maintained interior spaces and grounds. Reviews frequently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor areas like gardens and walking trails. Residents of Harmony at Kent mention the updated bathrooms and high-end furniture in the library.
Communication between families and staff. Reviews contain many mentions of frequent, detailed conversations between community staff members and residents and their families. At Seaton Voorhees, families appreciate clear and effective communication to ensure their loved ones' care needs are being met.
Individualized care and accommodations. Several communities offer personalized care and accommodations for residents, as seen at Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line a CCRC, where the balance between independence and care is just right.
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Cumberland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cumberland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cumberland, 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 Cumberland 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 Cumberland 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
34.3%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.3%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Cumberland 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 Cumberland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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44.5%
Room service
Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cumberland 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 Cumberland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.4%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.1%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.8%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.3%
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
45.8%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
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33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Cape May, The Terraces at Seacrest Village and Azalea at Cinnaminson are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cumberland, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 263 independent living facilities near Cumberland, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Cumberland, New Jersey are Brookdale Cape May, Azalea at Cinnaminson and Traditions of Cross Keys. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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