Summit Place is an assisted living facility located in Glassboro, New Jersey, offering care and support to older adults who require help with daily tasks. The community specializes in assisted living and includes a dedicated memory care program designed for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Residents at Summit Place have access to amenities such as communal dining rooms, wellness and fitness programs (including yoga), and a range of organized daily activities intended to promote social engagement and overall well-being. Housekeeping and laundry services are provided to reduce the need for residents to manage their own domestic chores.
In terms of care and medical support, Summit Place delivers assistance with personal care needs such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, providing physical help as necessary. The staff includes licensed nurses who are available to support ongoing health needs, medication management, and chronic condition monitoring such as diabetes and incontinence care. Residents who require stroke care, ambulatory support, or who need hospice services have access to these levels of care within the facility. Physical therapy services are present to maintain or improve mobility and function, and urgent medical concerns are addressed promptly. For residents experiencing memory loss, Summit Place offers a secured community environment with specialized programs and staff trained specifically in dementia and Alzheimer’s care. Optometrist services, barber and beauty salon facilities, and community clubs are available, further supporting resident comfort and socialization. The community accommodates speakers of both English and Chinese.
To facilitate both medical-related and non-medical outings, Summit Place provides complimentary transportation for residents, as well as transportation arrangements at cost for additional purposes. These services help ensure residents can attend off-site medical appointments, personal errands, and organized group outings, contributing to greater independence and community involvement.
Feedback from residents and their families indicates that Summit Place maintains a safe, home-like environment with attentive and responsive staff. Social activities and daily engagement are commonly highlighted strengths, while some concerns have arisen regarding follow-through on complex care needs, occasional staffing shortages, and meal quality fluctuations. Despite some isolated critiques, overall reviews typically reflect satisfaction with the community, the quality of personal interactions between staff and residents, and the level of communication provided to families.
Costs at this community start at $4,050 and range up to $6,353. The average price in the community is $5,500, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,473. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
