Assisted living is a form of senior care suited to people who want to remain independent but need some help with routine chores, such as cleaning their homes. The typical cost for assisted living in Burlington is $7,478 per month, which is about 11% above the New Jersey average. The fee typically covers private accommodations and staff to handle housekeeping, meal preparation and medication management duties. Most facilities also organize daily activities for residents, and some include convenient amenities, such as beauty salons.
The rest of this guide will consider the advantages and disadvantages of living in Burlington and the likely costs for various types of senior care in the area. It also lists some helpful resources for seniors.
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902 Jacksonville Rd, Burlington, NJ, 08016
4.4
(26 reviews)
"Masonic Village at Burlington was beautiful. The facilities were like a hotel, it looked like a resort, and it had beautiful grounds. The rooms were wonderful, the people looked like they were having a good time there and they had lots of activities...."
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111 Sunset Road, Burlington, NJ, 08016
4.8
(8 reviews)
"I toured here for my father, and it was a nice facility. I went through everything and talked to different people, and they even introduced me to some of the people that were there. I like the place. They have a salon. They also have a courtyard ..."
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115 Sunset Rd, Burlington, NJ, 08016
2.4
(16 reviews)
"Be mindful when allowing your loved ones to raise here. This facility is UNDERSTAFFED & extremely UNCLEAN. The hallways, rooms & private bathroom reek of urine. We suggest doing pop-up visits for tours so you can see the realistic version of the type..."
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2305 Rancocas Rd, Burlington, NJ, 08016
3.0
(2 reviews)
"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, ou..."
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70 Durham Rd, Newtown, PA, 18940
4.5
(33 reviews)
"I visited my aunt recently and found the staff to be extremely helpful and friendly towards the residents. My aunt says the food is usually good, and she’s comfortable and enjoys the activities...."
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631 Stony Hill Rd, Yardley, PA, 19067
4.4
(27 reviews)
"I had a tour of Sunrise of Lower Makefield. It was very nice. If I had to move my daughter anywhere, I would probably move her there. I like the fact that it seemed to be well-run. The patients that were there seemed happy. They seemed to know everyb..."
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280 Middle Holland Road, Holland, PA, 18966
3.9
(29 reviews)
"My wife and I have resided at Twining Village for about 3 years. During that time we've met many new friends and have participated in many activities. When moving here we were most impressed by the open, friendliness of the residents and staff...."
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8401 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19152
4.1
(19 reviews)
"My mother-in-law is in Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park. Once I spoke to the people in charge there, I had a really good feeling. They took me on a tour and we knew immediately that this would be a good place and a positive place for my mother-i..."
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255 Oxford Valley Road, Yardley, PA, 19067
5.0
(7 reviews)
"Heartis of Yardley was fabulous. We were going there, but Dad didn't qualify. They're wonderful. They were attentive. They were terrific. The rooms were light, airy, modern, and comfortable. The dining area was beautiful, but we did not experience th..."
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8580 Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA, 19111
4.2
(14 reviews)
"What we liked about Holy Redeemer Lafayette was that it was very homey. A lot of places that we looked at were like hotels and we just felt like this was more to our liking. They have both independent living and assisted living there. The facility wa..."
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99 Barclay Street, Newtown, PA, 18940
3.8
(17 reviews)
"Chandler Hall's Assisted living Program is provided in five separate buildings within the Chandler Health Services Complex in Newtown,Pa. Each of these buildings have a very similar interior theme with a series of efficiency type apt. units that are ..."
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901 Broad Street, Florence, NJ, 08518
3.9
(15 reviews)
"Brookdale Florence was fabulous. They were terrific there. It looked very appealing to me, the people were watching a movie, and other people were waiting to go to a cooking class. The residents looked happy and then the people that greeted us were v..."
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1160 Street Road, Southampton, PA, 18966
4.8
(5 reviews)
"My father recently moved into The Province of Southampton. It's been a very positive experience. He is assisted with showering and administering his medications. He has a couple of issues with his legs that require medical treatment that they continu..."
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2022 Bath Road, Bristol, PA, 19007
4.4
(8 reviews)
"My mother is living in the Legacy Gardens of Bristol. She seemed to like it. They have doctors on staff, so she doesn't have to leave the facility to go see a doctor. They need to upgrade their activities for the seniors. Everybody is very friendly. ..."
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3200 Bensalem Blvd, Bensalem, PA, 19020
4.2
(10 reviews)
"Juniper Village at Bucks County was nice, and the inside looked lovely. Each apartment had a screened patio with a lovely view. There were trees everywhere. I have a small dog, so they said I could have an apartment on the first floor to let the dog ..."
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201 Crosswicks Street, Bordentown, NJ, 08505
4.0
(11 reviews)
"My mother-in-law was at an assisted living in Bordentown called The Clare Estate, and it was wonderful until she started with her dementia. The facility itself was nice. They had a lot of activities for them. She had her own apartment, and it had a l..."
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895 Westfield Road, Moorestown, NJ, 08057
4.1
(8 reviews)
"CareOne at Moorestown was extremely nice. We had a nice tour. I thought they had a lot of things going for it. I was seriously considering them, but my father passed away, so it wasn’t necessary to continue my search. It had nice grounds, and they se..."
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303 Bank Avenue, Riverton, NJ, 08077
4.0
(6 reviews)
"My dad is at Riverview Estates. It's nonprofit; it's not a big corporation. It's more like a family. It's close to home, so on my way home from work, I can stop, I can see him, and hang out for a half hour and not have to spend half my day traveling ..."
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8301 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19152
2.9
(15 reviews)
"When you walked in at Deer Meadows, you felt comfortable. The people were very friendly, and my mother was there for rehab. They were very good; the people and the therapist were all wonderful and personable. They have transportation that would take ..."
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9896 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19115
4.2
(25 reviews)
"I know a thing or two about rehab facilities as my mother and father were in different ones at various times. This has been my first experience with the rehab facility of Paul's Run as I visit my aunt who has been there for a few weeks. I go fair..."
READ MOREThe New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services licenses assisted living facilities in New Jersey. The department is also responsible for regulating the sector across the state and monitoring facilities to ensure that they continue to comply with licensing requirements.
As revealed in the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Burlington’s seniors pay more for assisted living than their peers in most other areas of New Jersey. The typical price difference is $828 per month. Their costs are also significantly above the U.S. average of $4,300 although this isn’t surprising as New Jersey is one of the nation’s top 10 most expensive states.
Ocean City offers the most affordable assisted living in the region with fees of around $4,945 followed by Vineland at $6,523. Crossing into Pennsylvania doesn’t make much of a difference. Philadelphia’s fees are about halfway between the other two cities at $5,550.
Burlington
$7,478
New Jersey
$6,650
The United States
$4,300
Ocean City
$4,945
Vineland
$6,523
Philadelphia, PA
$5,550
Adult day care centers, the most affordable type of senior care in Burlington, typically charge $1,788 per month. Care delivered at home costs more, usually around $4,910 for home care and another $47 if medical support is included. Facilities that offer accommodations and care range from assisted living at $7,478 to nursing homes where a private room is likely to cost $11,999 per month. However, it’s also possible to find semiprivate rooms for around $10,783.
Home Care
$4,910
Home Health Care
$4,957
Adult Day Health Care
$1,788
Assisted Living Facility
$7,478
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$10,783
Nursing Home (private room)
$11,999
Note: Data for Burlington was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Trenton, was used instead.
The New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services administers the Medicaid Managed Long Term Services and Supports program under the Comprehensive Demonstration Waiver. Eligible Burlington seniors are entitled to services coordinated through FamilyCare managed care organizations. Assisted living, community residential services and nursing home care are covered by this program.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New Jersey page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New Jersey page.
Seniors in Burlington have access to various resources that can help address different needs. The following examples of what’s available can help military veterans get medical services, provide a way of helping the community or assist seniors who have concerns about their care providers.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Burlington County VA Clinic | (844) 441-5499 | Located in Marlton only 20 minutes from Burlington, the Burlington County VA Clinic serves the medical needs of U.S. military veterans and their families. The facility provides primary care services and is staffed by dermatologists, audiologists, neurologists, optometrists and podiatrists. There are also mental health specialists to support vets with combat- and noncombat-related conditions. Patients in need of care not provided at the clinic are transferred to the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Philadelphia. |
| New Jersey Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (877) 582-6995 | The purpose of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman is to enhance the lives of seniors residing in assisted living facilities. This typically involves ensuring that seniors are fully aware of their rights and investigating complaints made by them, their families and third parties. If the complaint is beyond the ombudsman's reach, such as allegations of elder abuse, it's forwarded to the proper authority. Additional services include providing free inspection reports on facilities to help seniors make informed choices. |
| Volunteer Center of Burlington County | (856) 222-9311 | Seniors with spare time and a desire to help their communities should contact the Volunteer Center of Burlington County. It's a nonprofit organization focused on pairing volunteers with local charities and agencies that need help delivering free and subsidized services to those in need. The work is varied and may utilize seniors’ existing talents or require training. The volunteer may be asked to mentor a younger member of the community, pack food parcels for low-income families, do clerical work in an office or deliver meals to homebound seniors. |
| Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) | (877) 222-3737 | Managed by the Office on Aging, the ADRC is a multiresource agency for seniors in Burlington County. Its many services include advising seniors on money management matters, referring them to legal advisors who specialize in elder law and helping them plan for their long-term care futures. |
Burlington-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in New Jersey are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New Jersey page for more information about these laws.
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love2024
1
Review of Complete Care at Burlington Woods
my mom was just discharge from here and i can say is the day time staff was so nice never had a problem with them but the night time staff was the worst always messing up my mom meds and not...
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Mike
5
Review of Granville Place
I toured here for my father, and it was a nice facility. I went through everything and talked to different people, and they even introduced me to some of the people that were there. I like the...
Assisted Living
M A E D S
1
Review of Complete Care at Burlington Woods
My mother had a stroke and was being discharged to rehab. My sister and I toured the facility with an administrator who looked us in the eye and lied to us about policy. We were interested in open...
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