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Assisted Living in Princeton, New Jersey

Home to the Ivy-League Princeton University, Princeton, New Jersey, is a small, culturally diverse city whose residents aged 65 and older make up 16.3% of its population. While the winter months can be quite cold and snowy, the spring and fall seasons are temperate and mild. Residents can enjoy the beauty of all the seasons by visiting the Princeton campus as well as the many local parks and walking paths. Seniors looking to participate in an active cultural and social life will find that Princeton has much to offer. Local parks, restaurants, the McCarter Theater and numerous social, cultural and musical events are offered through Princeton University. While Princeton boasts a high quality of life, its cost of living is also high, largely the result of housing prices. 

When seniors want to live independently but need some help with household tasks and personal care, assisted living care is an ideal option. These centers offer secure environments for older adults staffed by health care providers who offer support. Assisted living costs an average of $8,145 in Princeton, NJ, according to data from the Genworth Cost of Care Survey.

This guide provides helpful assisted living resources, how the cost of assisted living care in Princeton stacks up to rates in other nearby cities and financial assistance that may help pay for senior care.

3 Assisted Living communities in Princeton, NJ | 19 nearby communities

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1. Spring Hills Princeton

1000 Windrow Drive, Princeton, NJ, 08540

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. HarborChase of Princeton

4331 Route 1 South, Princeton, NJ, 08540

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

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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Presbyterian Homes Of Nj, Princeton, NJ

3. Presbyterian Homes Of Nj

103 Carnegie Ctr, Princeton, NJ, 08540

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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19 matching communities nearby Princeton

1. CareOne Assisted Living at Hamilton

1660 Whitehorse-Hamilton Square Road, Trenton, NJ, 08619

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

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Brookdale Hillsborough

600 Auten Road, Hillsborough, NJ, 08844

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Brookdale Monroe

380 Forsgate Drive, Monroe Township, NJ, 08831

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Laurel Circle

100 Monroe Street, Bridgewater, NJ, 08807

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

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Spring Hills Somerset

473 DeMott Lane, Somerset, NJ, 08873

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. All American Assisted Living at Hillsborough

351 US Highway 206, Hillsborough, NJ, 08844

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Holly House

117 Dey Street, Hightstown, NJ, 08520

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

From $1900 / mo

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8. Sunrise of East Brunswick

190 Summerhill Road, East Brunswick, NJ, 08816

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. Graceland Gardens

1628 State RT 27, North Brunswick, NJ, 08902

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

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Homestead at Hamilton

2560 Kuser Road, Trenton, NJ, 08691

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

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. Rose Hill Assisted Living

1150 Washington Blvd., Robbinsville, NJ, 08691

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

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. Maplewood at Princeton

One Hospital Drive, Plainsboro, NJ, 08536

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

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. The Chelsea at Forsgate

319 Forsgate Drive, Monroe Township, NJ, 08831

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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14. The Terraces at Lawrence

One Bishops’ Drive, Lawrenceville, NJ, 08648

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. Bear Creek Assisted Living & Memory Care

291 Village Road East, West Windsor, NJ, 08550

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

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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Hightstown Rest Home, Millstone Township, NJ

16. Hightstown Rest Home

1071 Windsor Road, Millstone Township, NJ, 08535

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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M & M Rest Home, Perrineville, NJ

17. M & M Rest Home

839 Perrineville Rd, Perrineville, NJ, 08535

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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Villages at Country View, Monroe, NJ

18. Villages at Country View

693 Spotswood Englishtown Road, Monroe, NJ, 08831

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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19. The Lambertville Estate

36 Rocktown Lambertville Road, Lambertville, NJ, 08530

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

Call for Pricing (877) 996-2447

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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 >

COVID-19 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in Princeton

COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in New Jersey. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

Paying For Assisted Living in Princeton

Assisted living care rates in Princeton average $8,145 per month based on data from nearby Trenton, NJ. The city has some of the costliest rates for this level of care in the region.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Princeton

Seniors pay significantly more for assisted living in Princeton than in most other areas. The city’s average rates are 54% higher than the average New Jersey assisted living costs and 81% above the national average. 

$8145

Princeton

$6945

New Jersey

$4500

The United States

Princeton and the Trenton metro area have higher assisted living costs than most other local cities. Residents pay 70% less on average for assisted living in Allentown, PA, 43% less in Philadelphia, PA, 40% less in Atlantic City, NJ, 27% less in Vineland and about 9% less in Ocean City, NJ.

$8145

Princeton

$4784

Allentown, PA

$5685

Philadelphia, PA

$5807

Atlantic City, NJ

$6400

Vineland, NJ

$7490

Ocean City, NJ

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Princeton

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in New Jersey.

Princeton Assisted Living Resources



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Mercer County Office on Aging(877) 222-3737The Mercer County Office on Aging is Princeton’s local branch of the Area Agency on Aging. Seniors aged 60 and older receive screening for services and assistance accessing those services. In addition to counseling and education, the County Office on Aging connects seniors with the various community-based programs.  
Mercer County Veteran Services(609) 989-6120Free information, advocacy and support are available to veterans, their dependents and survivors in the Princeton area through Mercer County Veteran Services. The benefit claims clinics provide education and assistance in determining eligibility. Veterans also have access to the Mercer County VA Outpatient Clinic, which offers primary care and outpatient behavioral health services for Princeton’s senior veterans.
Princeton Senior Resource Center(609) 751-9699The Princeton Senior Resource Center is a nonprofit organization committed to providing advocacy, information and support to the area’s seniors. Programs include volunteer opportunities, social and recreational activities, health and fitness classes and technology assistance. Volunteers offer consultations, advocacy and care planning assistance.  
Crosstown Transportation(609) 751-9699PSRC operates Crosstown Transportation, a low-cost transportation service available to seniors aged 65 and older and those with disabilities needing a ride to a medical appointment or other destination. Once registered, clients can reserve rides to and from doctor appointments, grocery shopping and social and recreational events.  
Mercer County Nutrition Program for the Elderly(609) 989-6661This federally funded program offers hot, nutritious meals for seniors aged 60 and older in the Princeton area. For a nominal fee, participants receive a full meal that includes an appetizer, entree, drink and dessert. Meals are created by a local caterer and overseen by a qualified nutritionist with an older person’s nutritional needs in mind. Educational counseling and courses regarding nutrition can also be arranged through the Nutrition Project. 

Princeton Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the Princeton area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.