Excel Care at Manalapan Costs & Pricing
Excel Care at Manalapan positions itself within a higher pricing tier compared to the broader market metrics for both Monmouth County and New Jersey. For semi-private rooms, residents can expect a monthly cost of $7,500, which significantly exceeds the county's average of $5,251 and the state average of $5,068. Similarly, private accommodations at this facility are priced at $7,800 - again surpassing local and state averages of $6,528 and $5,799, respectively. The same trend is observed with studio apartments, where Excel Care's rate matches that of private rooms at $7,800, exceeding Monmouth County's average of $5,738 and New Jersey's $5,286. While these costs reflect a premium offering in terms of care and amenities available at Excel Care, they also highlight the facility's commitment to providing an enriched living experience that may justify the elevated price point for potential residents seeking quality care.
| Floor plans | Excel Care at Manalapan | Monmouth County | New Jersey |
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| Semi-Private | $7,500 | $5,251 | $5,068 |
| Private | $7,800 | $6,528 | $5,799 |
| Studio | $7,800 | $5,738 | $5,286 |
Skilled Nursing Facilities with a similar price nearby
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About the same
Concord Healthcare and Rehab Center
$7,380 to $8,040 / month
18.3 miles away
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from -$750 / mo
Atlantic Coast Rehab and Health Care Center
$6,750 / month
18.0 miles away
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from -$540 / mo
Park Place Center
$6,960 to $7,650 / month
13.1 miles away
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from -$827 / mo
Preferred Care at Old Bridge
$6,673 to $7,217 / month
4.7 miles away
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from -$600 / mo
Tower Lodge Care Center
$6,900 / month
16.8 miles away
Overall Review of Excel Care at Manalapan
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29 reviews mention this
Care team and responsiveness stand out
Residents and families frequently describe the staff as attentive and quick to address concerns.
Many reviews describe day-to-day care as supportive, with residents and families saying worries were handled promptly and questions were answered. Several also call out specific roles—nurses, aides, therapists, and even social workers—showing up as part of the care experience. There are also a few serious negative reviews focused on inadequate attention and communication, but overall the dominant theme is that people feel cared for.
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12 reviews mention this
Rehab therapy gets frequent praise
Therapy teams are repeatedly praised for professionalism and hands-on support.
A number of residents and families highlight physical therapy and occupational therapy as strong parts of the rehab experience. Reviews mention therapists who explain what’s happening, work patiently, and help patients get moving again. Others also describe nurses working closely with therapy to support comfort and recovery goals.
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18 reviews mention this
Clean, well-kept environment matters
The facility’s cleanliness and upkeep are a recurring point of positive feedback.
Across multiple reviews, people describe the building as clean, fresh, and well maintained, including groomed patients and a tidy setting. Some mention particular areas feeling organized or inviting, reinforcing the impression of steady upkeep. A minority of reviews raise cleanliness concerns, including odors and dirtiness, which is the clearest counterpoint to the otherwise consistent praise.
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5 reviews mention this
Memory care receives mixed feedback
Some reviews express concerns about care in the memory-related wing.
While the community offers memory care and a secured dementia unit, a few reviews specifically describe negative experiences connected to that area. Those comments mention issues such as understaffing and inadequate monitoring, with one review using very strong language about distress and neglect. Other residents and families, however, describe strong overall care and communication, so the feedback is not uniform.
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2 reviews mention this
Pricing runs above local benchmarks
Pricing is consistently positioned above county and state levels across unit types.
The listed monthly costs place all shown unit types above both county and state benchmarks. Because the range is relatively tight across options, the main pricing takeaway is the level rather than large differences between unit types. That cost positioning matters most for families comparing affordability upfront.
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2 reviews mention this
Local conveniences are nearby
There are multiple pharmacies, dining, and healthcare options within a few miles.
Families can reach common stops like pharmacies and restaurants without traveling far. The area also includes medical and hospital resources within the nearby radius, which can be helpful for visits and day-to-day needs. Reviews don’t focus heavily on neighborhood logistics, but the location offers practical nearby choices.
How we summarize
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Memory Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Private
Trenton-Mercer County (25 miles away)
Convenient access to nearby amenities and healthcare.
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