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AssistedLiving.org’s team of researchers spent dozens of hours researching the top assisted living communities in the Newark area to allow seniors and their families to find the community that’s right for them. Click through the facilities listed below to read in-depth reviews, what residents are saying, and details such as base pricing, room types, and more.

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Featured Newark, NJ Facilities

Atria Cranford

10 Jackson Dr., Cranford, NJ 07016

Atria Cranford

Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care

Residents and families appreciate the communicative, attentive staff. One writes, "It's quite a nice place. Another good…

4.12

Brookdale West Orange

Brookdale West Orange

520 Prospect Ave., West Orange, NJ 07052

Brookdale West Orange

Assisted Living
Memory Care

Brookdale West Orange is praised by visitors and relatives of its residents for its staff and its…

3.84

Brighton Gardens of West Orange

Brighton Gardens of West Orange

220 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052

Brighton Gardens of West Orange

Assisted Living
Memory Care
Hospice
Respite

Brighton Gardens of West Orange is praised for its staff and amenities. One visitor writes, "The staff…

4.14

Canterbury Village

Canterbury Village

33 Mt. Pleasant Ave., West Orange, NJ 07052

Canterbury Village

Assisted Living
Respite

Residents love the personalized care services and amenities offered at Canterbury Village. One reviewer writes, "The community…

4.12

Amber Court of Elizabeth NJ, Assisted Living in Elizabeth NJ

Amber Court of Elizabeth NJ, Assisted Living in Elizabeth NJ

1155 E. Jersey St., Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Amber Court of Elizabeth NJ, Assisted Living in Elizabeth NJ

Assisted Living

Residents compliment the staff members and describe well-kept grounds at Amber Court of Elizabeth. One says, "I…

4.42

Job Haines Home

Job Haines Home

250 Bloomfield Ave., Bloomfield, NJ 07003

Job Haines Home

Assisted Living
Respite
Skilled Nursing

Reviewers note that residents living at Job Haines Home are treated with respect and dignity. One relative…

4.39

The Cliffs At Eagle Rock

The Cliffs At Eagle Rock

707 Eagle Rock Ave., West Orange, NJ 07052

The Cliffs At Eagle Rock

Assisted Living
Memory Care

Residents and families love the beautiful environment and exceptional staff at The Cliffs at Eagle Rock. One…

4.84

Brandywine Living at Summit

Brandywine Living at Summit

41 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ 39297

Brandywine Living at Summit

Assisted Living
Memory Care
Respite

Seniors at Brandywine Living enjoy the pleasant atmosphere and food choices, and families compliment the service and…

4.35

Brandywine Living at Livingston

Brandywine Living at Livingston

369 East Mount Pleasant Avenue, Livingston, NJ 38754

Brandywine Living at Livingston

Assisted Living
Memory Care
Respite

Family members appreciate the friendly atmosphere and compassionate staff, with one reviewer saying, "My mother-in-law has been…

4.12

Harbor Terrace Adult Care & Assisted Living

Harbor Terrace Adult Care & Assisted Living

110 Henderson Street, Staten Island, NY 40182

Harbor Terrace Adult Care & Assisted Living

Assisted Living

Visitors to Harbor Terrace Adult Care & Assisted Living compliment its proximity to cultural and historical hot…

3.68

In order to find the top assisted living communities in the Newark area, our team of researchers:

Sorted through 22 communities using our unique methodology
Spent over 15 hours researching assisted living communities in Newark
Read more than 175 reviews left by residents and their family members

After filtering out facilities that didn’t meet our high standards, we were left with 10 assisted living communities that earned our seal of approval. Through this process we discovered that the average cost of assisted living in the city of Newark is $5,991, which is lower than the state average of $6,650 and higher than the national average of $4,300.

Jonathan Frank

Licensed Social Worker and Certified Dementia Practitioner

Jonathan Frank

Licensed Social Worker and Certified Dementia Practitioner

Jonathan Frank is a Licensed Social Worker with over 10 years experience working with the geriatric population in a variety of different settings. He received his Masters degree from Rutgers University with a certificate in Aging and Gerontological Services. Additionally, he is a Certified Dementia Practitioner accredited by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. Jonathan also has Bachelors degree in psychology and worked as an Emergency Medical Technician for 14 years. His passion lies with the elderly and ensuring they age with dignity.

Read on for in-depth information about the top assisted living facilities in Newark, a brief dive into our methodology for determining the best assisted living communities, and a searchable directory of 22 communities in the Newark area.

Our Methodology

It’s not what we research, but the way we research that makes AssistedLiving.org stand out. We start by identifying problems and challenges in the senior care industry by gaining insight from conversations with industry professionals, older adults, and those that care for them. Next, our research team led by industry experts apply our data-driven research techniques to understand the magnitude of the challenge and how to overcome it. Finally, we present our findings in easy-to-understand guides and studies and share our actionable results with influencers and caregivers, as well as the general public.

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Facility Features (40%)

Facility Health Services Graded on health services provided
on the facility including, but not
limited to, on-site nursing,
pharmacy, skilled nursing,
medicine administration, etc

Facility Amenities Graded on the available
amenities.

Affordability Financial assistance acceptance
and overall costs and value.

Residential Quality (40%)

Resident Satisfaction Polling & survey of overall facility satisfaction.

Facility Complaint and Violations Number of complaints and violations the facility had. Taking into account improvement over time.

Online Reviews Aggregated verified online reviews.

Location (20%)

Location-Based Benefits Including, but not limited to, proximity to
hospitals, ambulance response times, senior
resources available, and state and city
financial assistance.

Location Quality Local crime rates, incidents against older
adults, air quality, climate.