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Residences   |   Pricing   |   Amenities   |   Senior Living Options

Residences

Lantern Hill senior living community in New Providence, New Jersey, offers an active, independent lifestyle supported by on-site care for every stage of retirement. Residents enjoy stylish residences, dining venues, and resort-style amenities—all within a welcoming, maintenance-free environment. As one of the premier senior living communities in northern New Jersey, Lantern Hill offers the perfect blend of independence, connection, and peace of mind, with access to assisted living and memory care services should needs change.

Retiring in New Providence, NJ, means enjoying the charm of a safe, walkable town in Union County with convenient access to health care resources, cultural attractions, and independent living activities. This welcoming community strikes the ideal balance between small-town warmth and big-city opportunities, making it one of the best places in New Jersey for retirement.

Your senior residence comes with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, disposal, and washer/dryer. Our courteous maintenance team is here to handle any repairs you may need in and around your home.

You have the right to reside in your residence while we remain responsible for standard maintenance and upkeep. This allows you to enjoy the benefits of home ownership without the hassles that go with it.

Pricing

We're dedicated to supporting senior residents who experience unexpected financial difficulty. We maintain a resident fund designed specifically to assist eligible residents. Independent living residents will never be asked to leave the senior living community because of a genuine inability to pay.

This onetime entrance fee for our senior housing is 90% refundable to you or your beneficiaries should you leave the community. You can also access this money to pay for qualified continuing care expenses. We put our promises in writing. Please ask to see our Residence and Care Agreement.

The Monthly Service Package includes most of your regular expenses like utilities, property taxes, standard maintenance, and even select meals.

The Monthly Service Package is typically adjusted annually to reflect labor, food, and energy costs. Any adjustments must first be approved by the not-for-profit board of directors.

Amenities

Absolutely! We welcome cats, dogs, and most birds.

If you let us know in advance, we'll happily keep an eye on your home. The staff at our Lantern Hill senior living community provides peace of mind for residents by ensuring their homes remain safe and well maintained while they’re away.

Yes. A limited number of private parking spaces are available for residents. However, you may find yourself driving less when you live here, thanks to our convenient transportation service.

Lantern Hill’s New Providence campus includes a fitness center, aquatics facilities, and safe outdoor walking routes. Residents can choose from group exercise classes, personal training, and independent routines—flexible options that make it simple to stay active and support healthy aging.

Senior Living Options

A continuing care retirement community, also known as a CCRC, offers independent living plus additional levels of on-site health care should you ever need it. With a CCRC, you can enjoy active living today while planning for the future with peace of mind.

With independent living, you can continue to go about your life on your own terms. You're free to come and go from the community as you please and participate in as many or as few activities as you wish.

Most senior living options fall into two categories: 1) independent living and 2) continuing care. Generally, independent living is for individuals who are in good health and able to live on their own. Continuing care is designed for individuals in need of assistance with day-to-day tasks, or more complete care. Whether you need assisted living or independent living, Lantern Hill offers the staff and support you need at all phases of life.

Assisted living is a component of the continuing care model, offering supportive senior housing and tailored care for older adults who require assistance with daily activities. Staff promote independence while ensuring safety and comfort, often assisting with services such as bathing, eating, transportation, and health support within a vibrant community setting.

Should the time come when you're no longer able to live on your own, you can make the transition to on-site continuing care.

If concerns arise about your ability to live independently, a member of our staff will meet with you and your family to discuss your options. You may be eligible to receive care inside your residence, or it may be recommended that you transition to on-site continuing care.

One of the benefits to our lifestyle is that a couples can stay together in the same community. If your spouse needs additional care but you don't, we'll work with you to determine a living situation that's right for you both.

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