10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Vineland, NJ

Floor plans at this facility include studio and one- and two-bedroom apartments that residents are welcome to share with their small pets. Each unit is equipped with cable, internet and kitchens or kitchenettes. We were especially impressed with the kitchen staff's willingness to accommodate a variety of special dietary needs and preferences, such as vegetarian, low-fat, low-salt, diabetic and kosher diets, especially when they showed us their web-based menu program that allows culinary staff to get immediate approval from the dietitian.

This pet-friendly facility offers one-level living, which we liked for those with significant mobility issues who would find it uncomfortable to navigate steps and elevators constantly. We also admired the range of activities provided despite Baker Place being one of the smaller facilities we visited, with a 47-resident capacity. Residents can choose from individual or group arts and crafts projects, fitness classes, community outings and gardening. As a faith-based facility, residents also have plenty of opportunities for fellowship and worship.

We included this facility on our top 10 list because of its signature programs that bring access to certain medical services on-site. Residents can receive routine primary care and occupational and physical therapy without leaving the facility, and electronic health records and a medical concierge help streamline communication, facilitate services and transfer information. Despite its state-of-the-art approach to senior care, this facility features old-school comfort and charm with homelike touches such as shaded front porches and inviting common areas.

This facility provides 24-hour well-being monitoring and has a registered nurse on call 24/7. All residents have pet-friendly private studio apartments with kitchenettes, closets and bathrooms equipped with grab bars and walk-in showers with seating. With a 154-resident capacity, seniors have a range of people with different personalities and interests in friends and activity partners. We liked the customized programs designed to help residents thrive in social, physical, intellectual and spiritual aspects of life.

With a 36-resident capacity, Juniper Village at Williamstown is among the smaller facilities on our top 10 list. We liked the intimate environment it provides with touches such as the fireplace in the common living area, cozy seating areas and the private family dining room where residents can entertain family and friends. Guests are also welcome to spend the night, making it easier for residents to retain personal contact with loved ones. Small pets are welcome here.

Residents of this pet-friendly facility can choose between studio and one-and two-bedroom apartments. Units are cable-ready, equipped with emergency call systems and have kitchens or kitchenettes. We liked that residents can access occupational and physical therapy on-site and that all entrances are carefully secured. Activities include a diverse array of physical fitness classes designed to accommodate all ability levels, arts and crafts projects, on-site concerts and group outings to nearby restaurants, shopping centers and local points of interest. Nurses are on duty 24 hours.

We included Brookdale Evesham on our top 10 list primarily because we liked its signature Personalized Assisted Living program. The facility provides residents with the services that best suit their personal needs and preferences instead of getting a cookie-cutter approach to care. We also liked this facility's spacious floor plans and big windows that let in plenty of natural light. The outdoor areas have walking paths and outdoor seating areas where residents and their small pets can enjoy some fresh air and exercise.

We decided to give this facility a place on our top 10 list before we even saw the inside, thanks to its spacious grounds with attractive landscaping, walking paths, a relaxing gazebo and a sparkling fountain in a pristine pond at the center of it all. The indoor environment didn't disappoint, though — floor plans include studios and one- and two-bedroom units with upscale finishes, plenty of comfortable seating areas, creative decor and personal touches in the common areas.

We loved this facility's elegant exterior with gabled windows, secure balconies, pitched roofs and wide porches equipped with rocking chairs and tables and were delighted to discover the equally charming, comfortable and cheerful interior. Residents are welcome to have small pets in their apartments. Floor plans range from studios to two-bedroom units, and companion suites are available. Our visit occurred on a warm, sunny day, and we were pleased to see many residents enjoying a gourmet dinner on the patio.

We were lucky enough to arrive at this facility just in time for lunch, and it didn't take much persuading to convince us to accept its gracious offer to join its residents in the dining room. We were served tasty, nutritious fare and enjoyed friendly conversation with some residents seated at nearby tables. This is a one-floor facility, so residents don't have to worry about stairs and elevators.