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Assisted Living in Newark, NJ

As the most populous city in New Jersey, Newark is a thriving urban hub located within the New York metro area. Of Newark’s 311,549 residents, approximately 10.5% are seniors aged 65 and older. The city is the seat of Essex County, and the area is known for its abundance of public parks, historical sites and iconic cultural venues. There are also a number of top-rated health care centers in Newark, including the University Hospital and Saint Michael’s Medical Center

According to the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly rate for assisted living care in Newark is $5,991. Actual rates at individual assisted living communities may be higher or lower than the area average, as facilities are free to set their own rates. 

5 Assisted Living communities in Newark, NJ | 20 nearby communities

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Druther'S 11, Newark, NJ

1. Druther’S 11

621 Mount Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ, 07104

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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L/A Care Facility, Newark, NJ

2. L/A Care Facility

538 Mount Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ, 07104

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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Brewster Guest House, Newark, NJ

3. Brewster Guest House

477 Mount Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ, 07104

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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Hilldale House, Newark, NJ

4. Hilldale House

300 Mount Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ, 07104

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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Serenity House, Newark, NJ

5. Serenity House

183 Ballantine Pkwy, Newark, NJ, 07104

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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20 matching communities nearby Newark

1. Atria Cranford

10 Jackson Drive, Cranford, NJ, 07016

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Atria West 86

333 West 86th Street, New York, NY, 10024

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Brighton Gardens of West Orange

220 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ, 07052

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Brookdale West Orange

520 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ, 07052

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Juniper Village at Paramus

186 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ, 07652

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Juniper Village at Chatham

500 Southern Boulevard, Chatham, NJ, 07928

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Brighton Gardens of Mountainside

1350 US-22, Mountainside, NJ, 07092

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Sunrise of Edgewater

351 River Road, Edgewater, NJ, 07020

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living

200 Mazdabrook Rd., Parsippany, NJ, 07054

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Brighton Gardens of Edison

1801 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ, 08820

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. Sunrise of Westfield

240 Springfield Avenue, Westfield, NJ, 07090

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. Signature Senior Living

631 Foster Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11230

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. Sunrise of Staten Island

801 Narrows Road North, Staten Island, NY, 10304

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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14. Sunrise of West Essex

47 Greenbrook, Fairfield, NJ, 07004

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. The Delaney at The Green

110 Park Ave., Florham Park, NJ, 07932

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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16. Brookdale Florham Park

8 James Street, Florham Park, NJ, 07932

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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17. Sunrise of Summit, NJ

26 River Road, Summit, NJ, 07901

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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18. Sunrise of New Dorp

470 New Dorp Lane, Staten Island, NY, 10306

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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19. Sunrise of Livingston

290 South Orange Avenue, Livingston, NJ, 07039

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 996-2447

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20. CaringWay by Green Hill Senior Living

103 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ, 07052

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $7200 / mo

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What is Assisted Living?

Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >

Paying for Assisted Living in Newark, NJ

The Cost of Assisted Living in Newark

The average monthly rate for assisted living in Newark is $5,991, which is below the state ($6,650) and national ($4,300) averages. In neighboring New York and Pennsylvania, average rates are lower at $4,800 and $3,955, respectively. The average cost of assisted living care in Delaware is $6,690, while seniors in Connecticut pay about $6,300 per month for placement in an assisted living facility. 

$5991

Newark

$6650

New Jersey

$4300

The United States

$4800

New York

$3955

Pennsylvania

$6690

Delaware

$6300

Connecticut

Average assisted living rates vary throughout New Jersey. In nearby Trenton, seniors can expect to pay an average of $7,478 per month for assisted living care, while rates are significantly lower in the southern portion of the state. In Vineland, the monthly average is $6,523, and in Atlantic City, assisted living runs about $5,790 per month. Ocean City’s rates are the lowest in New Jersey at an average of $4,945 per month. 

$5991

Newark

$6650

New Jersey

$7478

Trenton

$5790

Atlantic City

$6523

Vineland

$4945

Ocean City

Note: Data for Newark was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, New York, NY, was used instead.

Newark Assisted Living Financial Assistance

New Jersey’s Medicaid program includes a Comprehensive Medicaid Waiver, which covers Medicaid Managed Long Term Services and Supports (MLTSS). Benefits provided through MLTSS are administered by select MHOs and health plans, and these benefits may include services and supports delivered in an assisted living facility. 

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New Jersey page.

Newark Assisted Living Resources



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Nellie Grier Senior Citizen Center



(973) 422-4096The Nellie Grier Senior Citizen Center is a city-operated senior center that offers a number of free and low-cost programs and services for older adults. Seniors can access free health education and health screening clinics, join an organized card game and sign up for escorted day trips to local museums, historical sites and community events. 

New Jersey Department of Veterans Affairs – Newark Office(973) 297-3230Newark seniors who have served in the military can contact the Newark office of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs for information on county, state and federal benefits for vets and their families. Representatives from the department can help vets apply for VA Aid and Attendance and Housebound, two enhanced VA pension programs that beneficiaries can use toward their assisted living costs. 
Essex County Special Transportation System 


(973) 618-1280Operated by Transdev Transportation, the Essex County Special Transportation System provides seniors and adults with qualifying disabilities low-cost, wheelchair-accessible public transit service throughout Essex County. This reservation-based, curb-to-curb service can be used for nonemergency medical appointments, shopping trips, errands and social outings. 
Essex County Division of Senior Services


(973) 395-8365The Essex County Division of Senior Services offers a number of services to assist seniors aged 60 and older. The division operates the local care management program that seniors and their caregivers can use to develop a long-term care plan, learn about financial assistance programs and locate a suitable assisted living facility in the Newark area.  
Essex Newark Legal Services(973) 624-4500Essex-Newark Legal Services is a nonprofit legal services organization that provides free legal information and representation to low-income residents of Essex County. ENLS assists income-eligible seniors with civil (noncriminal) legal matters such as access to health care services, consumer issues and advanced care directives.

Newark Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted living facilities in Newark are licensed and regulated by state laws designed to protect the rights of long-term care residents. Visit our Assisted Living in New Jersey page to learn more about New Jersey’s assisted living laws.