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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Forked River Beach, NJ

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The cost of independent living in Forked River Beach is about $5,987 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 239 options. Read 4157 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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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: 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.
Springside School ApartmentsSpringside School Apartments is a senior housing property located in Burlington Township, Burlington County, New Jersey. The gorgeous apartments have been completely renovated to protect the integrity of the old school building, while providing a safe and comfortable...
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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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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...
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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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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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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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.
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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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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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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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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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.
Located in Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey, Luther Arms Apartments offers an opportunity for affordable senior housing to residents. Consisting of 149 assisted rental units, Luther Arms Apartments provides rental subsidies, allowing a resident to pay 30 percent of his income for rent. Luther...
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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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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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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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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...
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.
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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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Upon our arrival at Bayside Manor, we found it to be clean and inviting. Both staff and residents were very friendly and helpful. We met the facilities administrator and we were pleased to find out that...
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.
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Princeton Windrows is CAMELOT! In addition to being so happy here, my children are delighted that I am in such a good place. I especially love the heated pool exercise classes.
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.
Princeton Windrows is a gracious independent living community of villas, town homes, and apartment style condominiums for active adults 55 plus who appreciate the value of home ownership without the burdens. Princeton Windrows lets you maintain control of your assets, financial future and health...
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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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.
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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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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 Forked River Beach, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Forked River Beach is $5,987 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Harvey Cedars, NJ with an average of $4,796 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Forked River Beach, NJ vs. nearby cities

Forked River Beach, NJ
$5,987/mo

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

Forked River Beach, NJ
$5,987/mo
U.S. national average
$4,125/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Forked River Beach vs. other types of senior living

$7,006/mo
Independent Living
$5,987/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Forked River Beach, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,727/mo
Studio
$6,592/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,982/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,421/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Forked River Beach over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Forked River Beach

Recent reviews for independent living in Forked River Beach

Friends Village, Styer Campus in Newtown, PA

4.2
We chose this facility because I thought it would fit my brother-in-laws personality better. He is in a community where there are 3 or 4 suites, almost like a motel set-up. He has a dog so he is able to go out the front or back door, its more private and personal. His cottage is good sized, it ...
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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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Forked River Beach independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forked River Beach independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forked River Beach, 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 Forked River Beach 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 Forked River Beach 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
44.8%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
44.3%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.6%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.5%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Forked River Beach 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 Forked River Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.2%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.9%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
41.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forked River Beach 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 Forked River Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50.2%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.8%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.4%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.9%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.3%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.4%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.2%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.5%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.7%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.7%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
51.1%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
36.7%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.1%
40.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.7%
47.5%
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The Villas of Holmdel, Sunrise of Marlboro and Brandywine The Gables by Monarch are the top-rated independent living facilities near Forked River Beach, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 239 independent living facilities near Forked River Beach, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Forked River Beach, New Jersey are The Villas of Holmdel, 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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