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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Essex County, NJ

Last Updated: 9/30/24

If you’re looking for independent living in the Essex County area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Essex County. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 78 independent living facilities in Essex County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


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Essex County Independent Living Facilities | 684 Reviews

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Last Updated: 9/30/24
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Average starting price $6,345/month
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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Essex County, NJ
The Brielle in Staten Island, NY
5.0

The staff at the Brielle is very caring and attentive. They provide their residents with the assistance they need, activities, events, and good food.

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 family app with activity participation levels and photos is great as well.

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 have communal bathrooms and showers but there are 4 per hall so she has never had to wait. In terms of services, the other places we saw were not offering much more than this one and were more expensive. Here they offer 3 meals a day and access to coffee and tea throughout the day in a common room. It offers towel and bedsheet cleaning. But they do not have as many activities provided which is ok. The atmosphere is homey and she is comfortable here. I would absolutely recommend that others check it out. Staff are amazing and it doesn't matter who it is, they are super helpful to the residents. You can reach the director at anytime, she even gave me her phone number if we needed anything.

Spring Hills Livingston

346 East Cedar Street, Livingston, NJ 07039

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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18 reviews

My mother is a resident at Spring Hills Livingston. The staff is extremely caring and concerned about each individual resident, they approach their job with love. I definitely would recommend Spring Hills...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Spring Hills Livingston, in Livingston, NJ is where lifestyle meets luxurious living! Our amenities and first-class senior living community offers independent living, assisted living services and memory care…that’s as personalized and unique as the legacy of Spring Hills. Our Livingston, NJ...

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Sunrise of Livingston

290 W S Orange Ave, Livingston, NJ 07039

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.2
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21 reviews

I visit my friends frequently at Sunrise of Livingston. The weekends frequently have live music in the bistro and they have baked goods (lately sometimes) and coffee for everyone. The staff have been...

Most Friendly
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Arbor Terrace Roseland

345 Eagle Rock Ave, Roseland, NJ 07068

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
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27 reviews

For Arbor Terrace I would give 5 or higher rating for each category- they are a superbly run organization. All staff are very outgoing, ready to help both the clients and their families in all matters

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Arbor Terrace Roseland offers quality assisted living and dementia care in Essex County, New Jersey. We honor individuality and celebrate each person's unique life through deep connections with our residents and families. We create delightful surprises and meaningful moments within a safe and...

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Brighton Gardens of West Orange

220 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
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50 reviews

The staff is attentive in taking care of the residents. They have been great. A lot of the staff that work there have been there a long time, that really stuck out to us when deciding between facilities.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Brookdale West Orange

520 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.7
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58 reviews

What our family liked the most about Brookdale West Orange is there staff. The staff was very kind and accommodating. My mother in law passed almost a year ago but while she was there, we were very happy. We...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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CareOne at Livingston Assisted Living

76 Passaic Avenue, Livingston, NJ 07039

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.7
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56 reviews

There were many factors as to why CareOne Livingston was chosen. My mom was quite comfortable and at home at the acute care when she was being treated for a broken hip a few years back and she was somewhat...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Sunrise of West Essex

47 Greenbrook Road, Fairfield, NJ 07004

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.3
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40 reviews

Sunrise West Essex was wonderful to [name removed]. Aides were very caring . From the Receptionist Carol to all of Administrators all I can say they were exceptional. Thank you for giving me the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Sunrise of Madison

215 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ 07940

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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32 reviews

My Dad has been happy there and we feel it is very homey. The staff all know him and address him by name. The support staff are excellent- very caring. We like that S/R Madison is a smaller facility. Yes,...

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Brighton Gardens of Florham Park

21 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park, NJ 07932

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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67 reviews

There are not enough words to describe how wonderful they all are. [name removed] and her team were nothing short of amazing. The facility was spotless and felt like home. The staff was welcoming and warm....

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Come visit our community nestled in the suburbs of Florham Park with tree-lined walking paths surrounding us. Enter our community and you'll experience first hand the Sunrise Difference.Please call for more information or to schedule a visit to find out how Brighton Gardens can enrich your life...

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Sunrise of Summit

26 River Road, Summit, NJ 07901

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
Review Score
15 reviews

[name removed] is so happy and safe and they have done everything they can to make it great for him. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who may...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Ideally located just down the road from the Village Green in Summit, New Jersey, and only 20 miles from Manhattan, Sunrise of Summit provides highly personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in a bright, cheerful, and modern atmosphere. Our community...

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Brighton Gardens of Mountainside

1350 Route 22 West, Mountainside, NJ 07092

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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55 reviews

I give a 5 for all categories. My current comments are they need to have more activities for memory care, and more help on the weekends and hiring volunteers from colleges majoring in elder care to help...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Mira Vie Montville

165 Changebridge Road, Montville, NJ 07045

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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36 reviews

It's close to where I live, so it's easy to visit my mom very often. The only downfall is the price. Extremely expensive! Yes, I would recommend this community to other families, but the expense is...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Located in Morris County, The Chelsea at Montville offers several senior living options in a comfortable setting. Our spacious community offers areas to sit and meet new people, space to enjoy a book from our library, opportunities to listen to a resident or guest play our piano, or take a...

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Sunrise of Westfield

240 Springfield Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.1
Review Score
22 reviews

If you’re considering an assisted living home for a family member, I highly recommend Sunrise of Westfield. The staff is caring, friendly, and just overall amazing- and not only to their residents, but...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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(Please add to bottom of description)Sunrise of Westfield is not licensed for Medicaid.

Mira Vie Clifton

782 Valley Rd, Clifton, NJ 07013

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.7
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13 reviews

I have met many different people. I'm greatly surprise that they're capable of doing so much. The residents are friendly and I enjoy the company of everyone when I come downstairs for activities.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living

200 Mazdabrook Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.7
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51 reviews

Care is good. Caring staff. Beautiful facility. Many outdoor sitting areas to enjoy.Well kept. Cleanliness is important. Food is very good. A good variety in choices. Every day a variety of activities are...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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CareOne at Morris Assisted Living is conveniently located near major highways including Route 80, Route 287, and Route 46. We take pride in providing a broad continuum of health care services in a Campus setting. We are part of a CareOne Senior Care Communities -- In addition to CareOne at Morris...

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Brookdale Florham Park

8 James Street, Florham Park, NJ 07932

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.2
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36 reviews

Best assisted living place!!!! Staff is amazing and very professional and caring. They did everything well. Especially the care. The professionalism and caring for the residents amazing. The dining room...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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There’s a lot to love here, and redefined independence is just one of those things.With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need, when you need it. Our memory care program is rooted in “a person-centered approach,” which means we help our residents find a sense of...

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Bethany Residence

401 Rutgers Ave., Hillside, NJ 07205

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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4 reviews

I am currently a resident at Bethany Residence and so far my experience here has been great. The staff and the other residents are great. It's great to communicate with nice people. Also, [Name removed] is a...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

The Delaney at The Green

110 Park Ave, Florham Park, NJ 07932

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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2 reviews

Upon first walking through the doors and meeting [name removed], I instantly realized that Delaney was the best decision for my mother. After searching for a few months, no other options compared to what...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Delaney at The Green is an exceptional senior living community nestled in the charming town of Florham Park, New Jersey. Designed to provide a luxurious and vibrant lifestyle for seniors, this community offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and personalized care.The Delaney boasts a...

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Amber Court of Elizabeth

1155 E Jersey St, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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7 reviews

I am very happy with every aspect of the facility. Staff including the front desk is fantastic I have already recommended the facility to many families. I could no longer give my mom the care she needed. ...

Provides: Assisted Living
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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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LIVIA Health and Senior Living

1 S. Ridgedale Ave, East Hanover, NJ 07936

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.9
Review Score
8 reviews

The head nurse, Marvin, is wonderful. He is very attentive and always available if needed. The activities staff is very patient with the memory care residents. They engage and encourage them to participate...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Features and Amenities:Private Rooms with Private ShowersClinical Programs designed with a Person-Directed ApproachState-of-the-Art Rehabilitation Therapy:Aquatic Therapy Pool with underwater treadmillActivities of Daily Living (ADL) SuitePhysical, Occupational, & Speech Therapy7 days per...

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Crane's Mill

459 Passaic Ave, West Caldwell, NJ 07006

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7.5
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11 reviews

Everyone at Cranes Mill from the doctors, nurses, and social services department, and aides attending to my husband were all friendly, courteous, attuned to his needs and did their very best to address...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Canterbury Village

33 Mount Pleasant Ave, West Orange, NJ 07052

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23 reviews

The community was clean anytime we would go see my loved one. The community was extremely friendly from the administration down to the janitor. Everyone was always smiling and always asking what...

Provides: Assisted Living

Established in 1921 in West Orange, NJ Canterbury Village is an experienced Assisted Living Residence. With only 53 residents we offer personalized assistance, support and healthcare services, available 24 hours a day. Our reasonable monthly service fee includes a spacious private studio with...

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Little Nursing Home

71 Christopher Street, Montclair, NJ 07042

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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12 reviews

When my sister-in-law came to LNH she weighed 90 lbs and I was preparing for the end. She has suffered from dementia since [date removed]. She was in another facility that wouldn't accept her back from...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Little Nursing Home is a rehabilitation center located in the beautiful township of Montclair, New Jersey, which is in Essex county. The area is very charming, and the residents will find that there is always something going on there. Whether the community band is playing at the high school, the...

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Winchester Gardens

333 Elmwood Ave, Maplewood, NJ 07040

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10 reviews

We have had an excellent experience so far, the place is lovely and overall we are very pleased. Just like everybody else there are times where you can tell they are understaffed but they are still very...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Since our beginning in the early 20th century as a not for profit community, we have provided a quality retirement experience. Now, as a Continuing Care Retirement Community, that retirement experience includes a gracious and elegant lifestyle augmented by highly professional staff, outstanding...

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Branch Brook Park Manor

212 Clifton Ave, Newark, NJ 07104

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10 reviews

They have been very accommodating to the specific & individual needs of each patient. They are very mom & pop shop-like vs a big organization with a factory-feel. They provide a very personalized experience...

Provides: Assisted Living

Branch Brook Park Manor is an exciting residential option for seniors who are in need of supportive, long term care. We have had the privilege of serving seniors and their families for over 30 years. We provide all of the comprehensive services of a larger facility while maintaining the ...

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Cost of independent living in Essex County, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Essex County is 6,345 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Caldwell, NJ with an average of 6,344 per month.

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What is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

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Yorktown Assisted Living Residence, Monmouth Crossing Assisted Living and Spring Village at Pocono are the top-rated independent living facilities near Essex County, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 78 independent living facilities near Essex County, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Essex County, New Jersey are Spring Hills Livingston, Sunrise of Livingston, and Sunrise of Madison. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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