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The cost of independent living in Layton is about $5,773 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 363 options. Read 4328 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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Photo of Sunrise of Westfield
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Have your loved one assessed before making a decision. Friendly staff, but when living in a different time zone, communication can be a challenge. Get emails and voice numbers and make sure they agree to...
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.
(Please add to bottom of description)Sunrise of Westfield is not licensed for Medicaid.
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1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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9.0
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The staff at Arbor Terrace is exceptional. Our mother was well cared for and very happy to be there. As her life became more difficult, the transition to Memory Care was as seamless as could be. Our...
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.
Located in a quaint borough in northern Bergen County, Atria Norwood is a modern community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments,...
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9.0
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45 reviews
9.0
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Place for mom rep was amazing . She never gave up and [name removed] from promenade was great!! My Mother in law loves it there. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Located in historic Tuxedo Park, New York in the Ramapo Mountains, Elant at Tuxedo Place offers residents a refreshing retirement alternative.  With 44 independent and 56 assistive living apartment homes, Tuxedo Place meets a variety of  lifestyle needs and preferences. Affordable...
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Staff in the EHU is exceptionally caring and seems to always have time to speak with me about my loved one. I have only eaten the food a few times and it was what I would expect in a school cafeteria. It...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
At Glen Arden, seniors 62 and older enjoy an active, independent lifestyle, with the assurance of available long-term care.As a Continuing Care Retirement Community, Glen Arden gives you peace of mind by providing quality care as your needs change over time. This comes with the assurance that all...
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What stood out - Sales, management staff ! Wonderful positive attitude. Everyone has gone out of their way to make mom's first month as great as they could!
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.
Brighton Gardens of West Orange is located in a beautiful suburban setting only 20 minutes from New York City amenities. We are nestled between a premier golf course and the historic South Mountain Reservation, which includes acres of protected land with parks, walkways and trails. We partner...
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They are very attentive to details, caring, addresses concerns right away and in a timely manner. Keep up to date with our dad condition. Look out for the patient's best interest, I would even stay there if...
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.
Bryan Manor is a senior residential care home nestled on 36 acres in scenic Chester. It offers residents a cozy, safe, and supportive environment. It's smaller than other facilities and seniors quickly adapt to the family-centric care. The residents enjoy interacting with each other and the...
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We chose Sunrise of Cresskill because of the location for the family to visit, price, upkeep was beautiful. Sometimes it took a while to get a response from a nurse or doctor, especially at night.
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.
About Sunrise of CresskillCommunity & Location Highlights:•Sunrise of Cresskill, NJ, offers a range of Bergen County senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care and short-term stays•Shopping and recreation, including swimming, are less than a mile...
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11 Photo available
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9.0
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Good intake. Medication application Good. 1st weeks he had a lot of attention. Arranged for PT. PT stopped. Laundry is building up. Room not straightened after I was away for 3 weeks. He needs a shower...
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.
When the time comes that living alone is becoming a problem for you or a loved one-assisted living at Elan Gardens may be just the answer. Elan Gardens offers the best of both worlds with private apartment suites and every service imaginable right at your finger tips. Dedicated to offering a...
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33 Floor plans available
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Nurses and staff very pleasant and concerned for the well being of residents. This location is not too big and residents should not feel overwhelmed or lost.
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.
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 of Basking Ridge affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized...
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The place is very clean, the staff is attentive and very caring. The food is good and overall living experience is good for someone who requires assistance with daily living. they are amazing
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.
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...
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Photo of Lester Senior Housing Community Life in Whippany
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8.9
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Our family has been very happy with Lester. Our brother is also very happy there. They are very attentive to their residents. They have so many activities to keep the residents happy & busy. Very friendly...
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.
Caring for the elderly is more than a Jewish tradition…it is a tenet that has been passed from generation to generation and lives today within the hearts and minds of the families within our community. As an extension of this commitment the Lester Senior Housing community was developed by the...
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I would give all of them a five. I am extremely happy with the care and services my parents receive and would highly recommend it to anyone.
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.
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8.9
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42 reviews
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The overall care depends on the staff some better than others the food is very individual thing but my friend complains a lot about it I've never really eaten there but there is plenty of options...
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.
CareOne at the Cupola is an assisted living community located in Paramus, New Jersey, in Bergen County and home to just over 26,000 people. Paramus is a wonderful borough with parks, golf, tennis shopping malls, small eateries and convenient access to interstates to New York. Residents will enjoy...
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Photo of Brandywine Mountain Ridge by Monarch
1111 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
8.9
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Pleased with Brandywine for my mom's recent move. [name removed] and [name removed] made the process very easy to transition my mom from rehab into their community. The first day she was welcomed on a...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine by Monarch. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit. With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses only steps away, 24...
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The residents are very friendly, wish there was more activities for higher level residents, staff has been quite lovely and responsive. I've only had one contact with administrators and to be honest she was...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Tappan Zee Manor, a licensed adult home, provides gracious living for seniors with all the luxuries of a hotel in a home-like setting. It offers residents companionship, comfort and security while retaining privacy and independence. High above the charming village of Nyack, NY, Tappan Zee Manor...
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8.9
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Super friendly staff. Facility well located near highways. Less ideal is residents want to walk outside of the premises. My mom liked to take long walks and was slightly restrained by the location
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.
Find abundant activities and top-notch, customized care at Mira Vie Clifton, in scenic upstate New Jersey. This secure assisted living community encourages independence in a safe environment, additionally offering memory care services to meet the needs of your loved one. Mira Vie Clifton is...
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1414 Photos available
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8.9
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I moved into the Atria on the Hudson approximately 3 months ago, and I can't say enough about how great it is. The staff are SO incredibly nice, from the housekeepers, to the med staff, to the dining room...
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.
Welcome to Atria on the Hudson, the next generation in thoughtful, purposeful community living for seniors. It's much more than a place to live; it's a safe, inviting community to call home. Atria on the Hudson is the newly renovated fourth member of the Atria family in Westchester County — which...
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They have an open menu from 7 to 7 and they could order anything that they wanted. Loads of activities, including happy hour every day at 3:30 and excursions. After less than one year, her rent went up...
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.
Nestled in the heart of Bernards Township, and conveniently located off of I-287, the community is close to shops, recreation & entertainment, dining, the popular Farmstead Arts Center and so much more. The Residence at Basking Ridge offers an array of services catered to seniors. At The...
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Photo of CareOne at Livingston Assisted Living
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Careone at Livingston is the absolute best place to my mother. She is very happy. I love [name removed]. The director of the facility. She is always approachable open to a policy. Listens and gets the job...
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.
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...
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1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.8
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My brother moved to Memory Care a year ago from Assisted Living. The space is entirely too small for the number of residents (22-24). Many are in wheelchairs, thus requiring more space than usual. There ...
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.
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...
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The Chelsea is beautiful and the staff so helpful and most of all caring. This is a big decision and the staff took as much time as I felt I needed to ensure a smooth transition for my mother. I recommend...
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.
MODEL APARMENTS NOW AVAILABLE!The Chelsea at Washington Township will be the crème de la crème of Assisted Living and Memory Care. Residents will be supported by Chelsea’s highly skilled and experienced staff in a lavish setting.The community will be located on historic Pascack Road, just steps...
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I feel my mom is taken care of and safe. Although having more activities would be a good distraction. Also don't like the TV system they have. My mom has memory issues and she can't work her TV.
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.
Welcome to Clover Hill, a boutique senior living community offering seniors an alternative to the larger hotel-like facilities that provide assistance with activities of daily living. Completely remodeled in 2020, this brand new community is more like an upscale and expansive bed and breakfast...
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We picked this community because of religious affiliation. Very positive group of women. Strong community bonds. Very friendly.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Friendly staff. Nurses, aides and physician are great! Recent renovations inside facility and new outdoor patio. Nice music throughout. For myself, close proximity to Hunterdon Medical Center and my home...
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.
*We are proud to have earned New Jersey state's "Advanced Standing" designation for quality!*Independence Manor is dedicated to providing the personal services and health care to individuals who may need help with some of their aspects of daily living. Our programs, policies and procedures were...
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Their compassion & care of their residents is exceptional. .I would highly recommend serenity in old forge. Their care is exceptional.
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.
Winner of the 2022 and 2023 Times-Tribune Readers' Choice award for "Best Personal Care"!Serenity Care provides personal care services in a supportive and social community environment. Our senior residents value their independence, yet need some assistance to ease the challenges of daily life. By...

Cost of independent living in Layton, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Layton is $5,773 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brookfield, NJ with an average of $4,007 per month.

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

Layton, NJ
$5,773/mo
$6,205/mo

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

Layton, NJ
$5,773/mo
U.S. national average
$4,123/mo

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

$6,603/mo
Independent Living
$5,773/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,997/mo
Studio
$7,088/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,576/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,172/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,778/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Layton over time

Layton, NJNJ stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Layton

Recent reviews for independent living in Layton

Arbor Terrace Mountainside

5.0
The only helpful thing would be using Touchpoint to create the shopping list when supplies run out. I often get multiple calls a day when they run out of soap supplies. Really minor because of such great care and medical coordination. Very happy with the transparency and visibility, the ...
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Liza's House in Danielsville, PA

4.3
Pro Food is nutritious and prepared and served to please individuals...very accommodating for food and beverages. Welcoming environment Staff tends to be very pleasant and seem to care about the residents. Staff seems to know the residents. Staff members respond when concerns are brought to ...
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The Residence at St. Peter’s in River Edge, NJ

4.5
We went with The Senior Residence at Se. Peter Apostle because they offered a comparable level of service for almost $2000 less a month. The facility is smaller with only 20 rooms, it is a former convent so you have to be ok with a small room versus some other places that had large rooms. They ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and responsive staff. Many reviews mention the staff's attentiveness towards residents' needs, with several families expressing gratitude towards staff members for their helpfulness and quick response to emergencies. At Arbor Terrace Teaneck, the staff's dedication is evident in their efforts to ensure residents' s ...
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Friendly and caring community atmosphere. Residents and families often comment on the friendly and caring atmosphere in the community. At Traditions of Hanover, the welcoming environment allows residents to make new friends and feel at home. The sense of community extends to regular activities and events, bringing everyone together.
Independence with assistance when needed. Some reviews highlight the importance of preserving residents' independence while also providing assistance when needed. At Thrive at Montvale, for example, a helpful suggestion from the community relations person led to the implementation of an automated pill dispenser, allowing a resident to ...
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Varied activities for residents. Activities catering to residents' diverse interests are a key feature in several reviews. At Traditions of Hanover, the wide range of activities keeps residents engaged and active. Some communities offer outings to museums, plays, and concerts, while others host on-site events like wine tastin ...
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Beautiful and clean facilities. Numerous reviews praise the cleanliness and attractiveness of the facilities. At Sterling Heights, the beautiful surroundings add to the overall appeal of the community, making it an enjoyable place to live. The cleanliness and upkeep of the community are important factors in creating a positi ...
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Personalized and compassionate care. Personalized care tailored to individual residents' needs is a common theme in several reviews. At Drum Hill Senior Living, the kindness and expertise of the director went above and beyond in providing valuable insights and recommendations for a potential resident. The care provided at Atria ...
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Layton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Layton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Layton, 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 Layton 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 Layton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Layton, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.2%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.3%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
34.2%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.2%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.6%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Layton 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 Layton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Layton, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.7%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
29.8%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Layton 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 Layton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Layton, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.4%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.6%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.1%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.3%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.9%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.2%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.5%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
37.3%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
27.6%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.6%
40.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.8%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Traditions of Hanover, The Gardens of Green Ridge and Van Dyk Park Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Layton, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 363 independent living facilities near Layton, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Layton, New Jersey are Traditions of Hanover, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Brookdale Wayne AL/MC. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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