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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
85 reviews
9.6
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85 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
15%
3 star
8%
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1%
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7%
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I recently decided on having my 93 year old mom reside at the Brielle. My dealings with Mike and especially Alice Campbell made my decision so much easier. Alice was there to lend guidance and answer any...
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.
The Brielle, a non-profit community featuring care-inclusive pricing structure, 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...
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2525 Photos available
9.6
Review score
73 reviews
9.6
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73 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
16%
3 star
5%
2 star
3%
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3%
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The nursing staff is very nice and are in constant contact with us regarding my mother in law's health. The staff is extremely friendly and makes an effort to learn everyone's name.
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.
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...
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1313 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.5
Review score
180 reviews
9.5
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180 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
28%
3 star
8%
2 star
2%
1 star
6%
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My 97-year-old mother is receiving excellent care while maintaining her independence. The staff is kind and knowledgeable. The kitchen prepares a variety of food choices that are excellent. The activities...
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.
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....
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1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
Review score
72 reviews
9.5
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72 reviews
5 star
68%
4 star
21%
3 star
6%
2 star
1%
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My mom is kinda new resident [name removed] and she is so happy living at Sunrise of Staten Island. The staff is so friendly and whenever i come to my mom [name removed]@the front desk is always so friendly,...
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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1717 Photos available
9.2
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74 reviews
9.2
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74 reviews
5 star
46%
4 star
41%
3 star
9%
2 star
1%
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3%
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My father was there for barely 2 months, and in sever decline prior to his passing on the [date removed], but I can say, is his room and him personally were always clean. The facility itself appeared to be...
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 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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1414 Photos available
8.9
Review score
92 reviews
8.9
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92 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
27%
3 star
10%
2 star
3%
1 star
8%
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Facility is clean. There are lots of activities available and weekly bus trips to stores. Staff is very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend it.
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 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,...
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1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
Review score
29 reviews
8.8
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29 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
21%
3 star
21%
2 star
3%
1 star
0%
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The staff had been amazing- very friendly and warm. My parents seem to be enjoying the food and the property is always clean. We were fortunate to get a two-bedroom corner unit which they completely redid...
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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1717 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.7
Review score
24 reviews
8.7
Review score
24 reviews
5 star
80%
4 star
8%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
1 star
4%
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Everything gets 5 stars from me. Really great place with an awesome vibe. The people working there are super friendly and make you feel welcome right away. Definitely recommend checking it out!
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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1111 Photos available
2828 Floor plans available
8.0
Review score
18 reviews
8.0
Review score
18 reviews
5 star
44%
4 star
22%
3 star
11%
2 star
6%
1 star
17%
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Studio apartment is perfect size, modern, updated. Many upgrades to facility, new paint, carpet, furniture, décor, etc. Food service has gone way downhill, quality of food, portions, I believe facility is...
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.
NEW INFOAvg resident age is 94 !! Age Min 65 years plus plus Best towns for referrals to be coming from/desired location:UNION COUNTY- Fanwood/Scotch Plains- Plainfield- Westfield- Cranford- Clark- Rahway
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Photo of Amber Court of Elizabeth
77 Photos available
8.0
Review score
8 reviews
8.0
Review score
8 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
13%
3 star
25%
2 star
13%
1 star
0%
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Studio room, prices are all inclusive. I would recommend to others, Medicaid beds immediate availability (no 2 year pay down wait)
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.
Amber Court of Elizabeth offers comfortable, caring and affordable Assisted Living choices for seniors. We are located in the thriving downtown area of Elizabeth. We are near many urban conveniences, such as restaurants, shopping, banking, entertainment, and much more. Major highways and public...
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Photo of Bethany Residence
11 Photo available
7.0
Review score
5 reviews
7.0
Review score
5 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
40%
3 star
20%
2 star
0%
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The staff at Bethany are always nice very attentive to everyone's needs. The facility is always clean and smells good not like a nursing home or other facilities I have visited. My dad lives his room and I...
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.
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5 star
67%
4 star
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1 star
33%
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My dad was discharged from multiple facilities due to behaviors associated with his Alzheimer’s diagnosis. We finally found Millennium Memory Care who gave him a forever home!! Thank you for the continued...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Our Matawan, NJ Alzheimer's Community is located in a quite residential neighborhood near Matawan Ave Middle school. The home is close to major highways including Route 35 and the Garden State Parkway. Natural light pours into this 15 bedroom home through the large windows fitted in each room....
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8.4
Review score
10 reviews
8.4
Review score
10 reviews
5 star
40%
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30%
3 star
20%
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0%
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I recently had the opportunity to visit Whispering Woods. Overall it’s a beautiful facility. For the most part everyone is friendly. You do have moments when things could be better like the food, and...
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.
At Complete Care at Whispering Woods, an Edison, New Jersey Assisted Living Facility, we pride ourselves on the relationships we build with our residents and staff. Through frequent site visits and a hands-on approach from our top leadership, we create strong connections with both the residents...
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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.
Photo of Delaire Nursing and Convalescent Center
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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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.
Photo of Mariners Residence
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.
Photo of JFK Hartwyck at Oak Tree
5 star
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Rehabilitation Center at Hartwick @ Oak Tree is excellent, attentive, caring, professional, competent in every way.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Well known as a provider of high quality nursing and rehabilitation care, Hartwyck at Oak Tree is a unique facility that provides not only geriatric care, but also specialized care for residents who are ventilator-dependent or suffering from traumatic brain injury. Our staff is highly skilled in...
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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.
The Veranda Assisted Living is a newly renovated facility. It is a large 363 bed Medicaid assisted living facility. We are located on Staten Island, just minutes away from the Staten Island Ferry and Verrazano Bridge. Offering private and semi-private rooms that are available today. Providing...
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33%
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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
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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5 star
33%
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Dad is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff are friendly, helpful and attentive. They are encouraging him to participate in some of the daily activities. He seems to like the food and...
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.

Cost of assisted living in Port Reading, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Port Reading is $7,727 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Elizabeth, NJ with an average of $7,308 per month.

Assisted living costs in Port Reading, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Port Reading, NJ
$7,727/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Port Reading, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,727/mo
$9,435/mo

Assisted living costs in Port Reading, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,512/mo
Studio
$6,307/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,787/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,831/mo

Senior living costs in Port Reading vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Port Reading, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typePort Reading, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Assisted Living$7,727/mo$7,748/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,435/mo$9,376/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$5,148/mo$4,407/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Port Reading, NJ:$7,727/mo
New Jersey:$7,748/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Port Reading, NJ:$9,435/mo
New Jersey:$9,376/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Port Reading, NJ:$5,148/mo
New Jersey:$4,407/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Port Reading, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Port Reading and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Port Reading, NJNJ stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Port Reading, NJ

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Port Reading have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Port Reading, NJ$7,593/mo$7,341/mo+3.4%
New Jersey$7,431/mo$7,121/mo+4.3%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Port Reading, NJ
2024 average cost:$7,593/mo
2023 average cost:$7,341/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$7,431/mo
2023 average cost:$7,121/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Port Reading, NJ

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What families are saying about assisted living in Port Reading

Recent reviews for assisted living in Port Reading

Sunrise of Westfield

5.0
I am the relative of a former resident. We moved my uncle one into the Sunrise of Westfield. We met with [name removed] during this process. Making a life decision of this nature is not an easy thing to do. [name removed] helped us through the process....... [name removed] was a genuine ...
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Springpoint Living at Manalapan

5.0
5 across the board for Springpoint Living at Manalapan. My Mom loved it there. We will definitely have her stay there for respite again and would consider it for long term care. Based on the experience we have had so far with the community, we would absolutely recommend this community to other ...
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Sunrise of Edgewater

4.4
The only thing I would say is the food but that seems to be a common complaint among that age group. We would definitely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.

Port Reading review score based on 20,185 family reviews

8.4
Review score429 facilities20185 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 20185 reviews of 429 Port Reading assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Port Reading review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Port Reading review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Port Reading, NJ429 facilities
8.4
Bridgewater, NJ429 facilities
8.4
Elizabeth, NJ429 facilities

Review subcategories for Port Reading assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 20,185 reviews of 429 Port Reading assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Port Reading resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Port Reading, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.3
Staff
4.6
4.6
Meals & dining
4.3
4.2
Activities
4.3
4.3
Value for cost*
4.2
4.2
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Port Reading assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Port Reading assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Port Reading, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Port Reading assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Port Reading that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Port Reading, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.2%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.3%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.3%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.6%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.5%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.2%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Port Reading assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Port Reading Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Port Reading, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.3%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.4%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.7%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.4%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Port Reading assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Port Reading partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Port Reading, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.5%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.4%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
51.8%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.3%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.2%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Port Reading assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Port Reading communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Port Reading, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.7%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
37%
Room service
Room service
43.4%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.2%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Port Reading assisted 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 assisted living communities in Port Reading offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Port Reading, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.2%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.9%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.6%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.7%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.9%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.6%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.6%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.5%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.8%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.2%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
54.3%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
41.1%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.8%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Port Reading

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New Jersey assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Port Reading protect seniors.
Learn about New Jersey assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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