Traditions of Cross Keys, located in Glassboro, New Jersey, is a senior living community that offers both assisted living and memory care services. The facility is structured to support older adults who require assistance with daily activities or have cognitive conditions such as Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Care services at Traditions of Cross Keys are tailored through personalized care plans to meet each resident’s unique needs and include full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The community provides regular health and wellness assessments, medication management, diabetes care, and incontinence support. Onsite, there is medical oversight from licensed nurses and coordination with healthcare professionals such as optometrists. Ambulatory care is available, as well as specialized features for memory care, including a secured environment and spaces specifically designed to accommodate memory loss. The community operates as a memory-care only facility, focusing its training, layout, and programs on the safety and engagement of those living with dementia.
Residents of Traditions of Cross Keys participate in a range of programs aimed at enhancing physical and mental well-being. These include fitness offerings, chair yoga and traditional yoga sessions, clubs, and social communities that encourage engagement. The indoor and outdoor walking paths provide secured and accessible environments for exercise and leisure. Additional amenities onsite include a barber and beauty salon for personal grooming. Health support is further bolstered by regular check-ups, access to ambulatory services as needed, and incontinence management, all coordinated with input from families and health professionals. Daily activities are organized with the intent of fostering socialization and cognitive stimulation, designed to align with the preferences and conditions of individual residents.
Transportation services are available from the community for both medical and non-medical purposes, provided at cost to residents. These transportation options support trips to healthcare appointments, including visits to facilities such as Saint Louis University Hospital, and are also available for errands, shopping, or participation in offsite community events, enabling residents to maintain external appointments and connections as needed.
According to the majority of resident and family reviews, Traditions of Cross Keys is recognized for a caring, compassionate, and attentive staff who communicate proactively and maintain a supportive, “family-like” environment. Management and nursing staff are praised for their personal approach and responsiveness to family concerns, while the facility itself is noted for cleanliness and well-kept common areas. Many families recount smooth transitions, thoughtful adaptations for individual needs, and an active schedule of organized events. A small number of reviews have cited concerns with cleanliness and responsiveness, but these appear to be isolated in the context of broader positive feedback. The facility underwent renovations in recent years, enhancing resident amenities and living spaces, and continues to provide supportive care in a consistent leadership structure as of mid-2024. Overall, Traditions of Cross Keys aims to deliver reliable support and safety for seniors, particularly those with memory loss, while fostering ongoing communication with families and a comfortable living environment.
Costs at this community start at $3,250 and range up to $4,500. The average price in the community is $3,875, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,482. 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.