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The cost of independent living in Fortescue is about $4,958 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 191 options. Read 3222 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: 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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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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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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It's a great community, very easy to communicate with. If you have questions, they'll answer them. Everyone has been nice to my loved one as far as I know. They've done a wonderful job. They're very...
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.
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: 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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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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Photo of Parker Hall
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: 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.
Harmony at Hockessin is going to be an elegant and exceptional senor living community in Hockessin, Delaware. Presenting 174 Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care Apartments. The minute you see the building you know this is something unique & upscale. The exterior is finished in hand...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
At Faison Mews, you’ll find a 62 and older senior affordable apartment home located in the beautiful Parkside neighborhood of Camden, New Jersey. These apartments are located in a neighborhood where seniors want to live, with amenities designed to make seniors lives more enjoyable, and apartment...
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.
Photo of Simpson Gardens
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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Photo of Shirley Court Apartments
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.
Photo of Holiday Village
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.

Cost of independent living in Fortescue, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Fortescue is $4,958 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shiloh, NJ with an average of $4,188 per month.

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

Fortescue, NJ
$4,958/mo
$4,843/mo
$4,833/mo

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

Fortescue, NJ
$4,958/mo
U.S. national average
$4,123/mo

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

$6,033/mo
Independent Living
$4,958/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,560/mo
Studio
$6,199/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,512/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,876/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Fortescue over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Fortescue

Recent reviews for independent living in Fortescue

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

Helpful and attentive staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and dedication of the staff members at various communities, such as Harmony at Kent and Cardinal Village. They go above and beyond to ensure residents are comfortable and safe, including staying in touch with families and addressing concerns.
Variety of activities and entertainment. Activities are a highlight for many residents, with communities like Seaton Voorhees and Foulk Living offering a range of opportunities for socializing and staying active, including movie nights, card games, and outings to local attractions.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, including the apartments and common areas. Examples include Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line and Harmony at Kent, where residents appreciate the attention to detail and sense of pride in their living environment.
Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Warm and welcoming communities are a common theme in reviews, with residents and families alike commenting on the inclusive and welcoming atmosphere at places like Merrill Gardens and Forwood Manor. New residents are quickly made to feel at home, and there is a strong sense of community among th ...
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Customized care plans. Some communities, such as Woodbury Mews, offer tailored care plans to meet the unique needs of each resident. Families appreciate the flexibility and personalized approach, ensuring their loved ones receive the best possible care and support.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Adequate and nutritious meals are a crucial factor in residents' overall satisfaction. Communities like Harmony at Kent and Cardinal Village receive positive feedback for their high-quality food offerings and accommodating dining experiences
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Fortescue independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fortescue independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fortescue, 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 Fortescue 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 Fortescue 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
35.4%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.1%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
36%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.4%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.9%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Fortescue 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 Fortescue communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.6%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
35.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fortescue 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 Fortescue offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.4%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.9%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.7%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.1%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.6%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.6%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.1%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.3%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.3%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
33.1%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.7%
40.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.3%
47.5%
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Brookdale Cape May, The Terraces at Seacrest Village and Traditions of Cross Keys are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fortescue, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 191 independent living facilities near Fortescue, New Jersey. See the full list.

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

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