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The Chelsea At Manalapan

The Chelsea At Manalapan is an assisted living and memory care community in Manalapan, NJ.

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  • Interior

    A simple bedroom with a single bed and a dresser, featuring a decorative painting on the wall.
  • Outdoors

    A building with a beautifully landscaped garden in the foreground.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a white bed, dresser, and nightstand.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with comfortable sofas, a central coffee table, and a chandelier providing overhead lighting.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a single bed, decorated with a patterned comforter and floral wall art.
  • Windows

    Elegant dining room with a long table and chairs, featuring a chandelier and large windows.
  • Dining

    A waitress cheerfully engages with elderly diners as they look at their menus in a restaurant setting.
  • Landscaping

    A cozy outdoor patio with wooden furniture overlooking a countryside farm.
  • Kitchen

    An elderly person smiling in a kitchen area, wearing a floral shirt with flowers on the counter.
  • Floor Plan

    Standard Studio Apartment Floor Plan at The Chelsea
  • Cabinets

    A compact kitchen area in an apartment with a refrigerator, microwave, and cabinets.

445 Route 9 South, Manalapan, NJ 07726

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 29 reviews
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The Chelsea At Manalapan Costs & Pricing

The Chelsea At Manalapan offers competitive pricing for its various room types, positioning itself as an attractive option in comparison to both Monmouth County and New Jersey state averages. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $4,350 per month, significantly lower than the county average of $5,251 and the state average of $5,068. Studio apartments are available for $5,970, which is slightly above the county's rate of $5,738 but still favorable compared to the state's average of $5,286. The one-bedroom units are priced at $6,840; while this is higher than both the county's steep average of $9,644 and considerably more than New Jersey's overall average of $5,994. Overall, The Chelsea At Manalapan presents a compelling value proposition within its local market by offering a range of accommodations that cater to different needs without compromising on quality or comfort.

Floor plansThe Chelsea At ManalapanMonmouth CountyNew Jersey
Semi-Private$4,350$5,251$5,068
Studio$5,970$5,738$5,286
1 Bedroom$6,840$9,644$5,994

Overall Review of The Chelsea At Manalapan

common 18 reviews mention this

Staff care and professionalism

Residents and families consistently describe caring, professional staff.

Across reviews, people highlight nurses, aides, management, and front-desk staff as kind, attentive, and professional. Families also say staff take time to learn preferences and keep them informed, including during hospice care. A common thread is peace of mind from seeing residents tended to and treated respectfully.

common 9 reviews mention this

Clean, well-kept spaces

Clean common areas and living spaces come up often in reviews.

Several residents and visitors describe the facility as clean and well kept, including resident apartments and common areas. A few reviews also mention recent updates or upkeep inside, even when the exterior looks less maintained. Overall, cleanliness is a recurring point when families explain why they felt comfortable visiting or moving in.

common 7 reviews mention this

Activities and daily engagement

Many reviews point to an active schedule of events.

Reviews frequently mention plenty to do, including scheduled daily activities, exercise, and outings. Families also describe specific entertainment and group options like bingo and movies, as well as staff-supported programs. Residents are portrayed as staying busy and engaged rather than left idle.

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Memory care and end-of-life support

Reviews tie the experience to memory care and hospice transitions.

Multiple reviews reference memory care, including someone who moved into the memory care unit and another whose dementia had progressed while participating in activities. Families also describe hospice support when a loved one’s care needs changed, including a hospice team that coordinated day-to-day updates. This aligns with the community offering memory care programming and end-of-life waivers.

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Safety feels mixed to families

Safety feedback ranges from feeling secure to concerns about access and communication.

Some reviewers say their loved one feels safe and is cared for, including being fed and supported in a clean environment. Another review raises a serious concern about door access and the ability to reach family from overseas, describing fear and anxiety. Taken together, safety appears to vary by situation, with at least one family requesting clearer protections and communication.

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Features

Housing

  • 73 resident community capacity 73 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Manalapan, New Jersey offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors looking to settle in the area. With multiple transportation options nearby, including park & ride facilities and bus stops, getting around is easy. There are several pharmacies and physicians' offices in close proximity for any medical needs. Additionally, a variety of cafes and restaurants provide plenty of dining options, including popular chains like Starbucks and P.F. Chang's China Bistro. Nearby hospitals such as Raritan Bay offer peace of mind for residents' healthcare needs. For recreational activities, there are parks and even a dog park within a short drive. This neighborhood also has a synagogue for those seeking spiritual fulfillment. Overall, this part of Manalapan provides convenience, amenities, and opportunities for social engagement that may appeal to seniors looking to make this community their home.

Transportation

  • Union Hill Rd Park & Ride (1 miles)
  • NJT - Aberdeen-Matawan Station (7.9 miles)
  • Old Bridge P&R Bus Stop (8.4 miles)
  • Bus Stop Twin Rivers Loop (10.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Speciality (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • Wegmans (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • Franklin Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Hackensack Meridian Health Rehabilitation (1.7 miles)
  • Arthritis and Osteoporosis Associates (3.4 miles)
  • Professional Orthopaedic Associates (5.5 miles)
  • Monroe Family Medicine (5.7 miles)
  • Millennium Eye Care (5.9 miles)
  • Pediatric Health PA (6 miles)
  • Freehold Ophthalmology (6 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.3 miles)
  • Deli Plus (9.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (10.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Trattoria Ravello (3 miles)
  • McDonald's (3 miles)
  • Crown Palace (3.1 miles)
  • Jersey Freeze (4.6 miles)
  • The Cheesecake Factory (5 miles)
  • P.F. Chang's China Bistro (5.1 miles)
  • FroYoWay (5.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Raritan Bay (4.1 miles)
  • Bright Horizons At Centrastate Medical Center (6 miles)
  • NJ Spine and Wellness (7 miles)

Parks

  • East Freehold Park & Showgrounds (5.2 miles)
  • Mundy Ave Park (6.1 miles)
  • Monroe Twp. Veteran's Park (6.4 miles)
  • Thompson Park (6.7 miles)
  • Welsh Park (7.5 miles)
  • East Brunswick Dog Park (8.7 miles)
  • Half-Acre Park (9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Monroe Township Jewish Center Congregation Etz Chaim (5.2 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Freehold 14 (5.2 miles)

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