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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Paterson, NJ
Assisted living costs in Paterson average about $7,220 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 65 communities in Paterson. Our detailed directory has 1010 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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It's been good, they are clean and friendly. They could use some better parking. Claire is outstanding and extremely patient. Our loved one doesn't speak english so there is a language barrier, but Claire...
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The Parkview is a NJ licensed residence within a gracious Victorian home. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood near town in Bloomfield, NJ. With a comfortable living room, sitting rooms, and porches, residents can always find a quiet place to relax. Three homemade meals are...
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The Woodlands is a NJ licensed residence within a gracious Victorian home. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the desirable town of Glen Ridge. With a comfortable living room, sitting rooms, and porches, residents can always find a quiet place to relax. Three homemade...
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The staff at Bright Side Manor is very friendly and cares about the residents and their families. I have not had a chance to try the food but my brother seems to like it. The community is well maintained...
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Bright Side Manor is an assisted living community located in the township of Teaneck, New Jersey. Teaneck, which is situated in Bergen County, is a suburb in the New York metropolitan area. Residents of the area enjoy a dynamic arts and culture scene and the opportunity to enjoy live events,...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Since 1897, the Job Haines Home has been committed to providing exceptional care at an affordable cost to Seniors 65 and older. Our mission has always been to maintain the dignity, independence and individuality of each resident.Our Assisted Living Residence has sixth-three units featuring studio...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Alterra Wynwood is an assisted living residence that is purposefully designed to meet the needs of the frail elderly in a comfortable, home-like environment. Alterra Wynwood features a “neighborhood” concept, with six small neighborhoods of resident rooms clustered around dining and living...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to the place that makes you feel at Home. Whether through our short-stay rehabilitation, assisted living, memory care services, or nursing home, Actors Fund Home offers top notch, compassionate care and the opportunity to age in place. Our campus features a newly constructed memory care...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Cost of assisted living in Paterson, NJ
The average cost of senior living in Paterson is $7,220 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Caldwell, NJ with an average of $7,137 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Paterson, NJ
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What families are saying about assisted living in Paterson
Recent reviews for assisted living in Paterson
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne
5.0
Although the expenence of needing to make this transition was not ideal, my experience w/ Arden easier than anticipated. Every single person I Interacted w/ was pleasent and I
truly feel my great aunt is getting the best care possible. EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS.
Arbor Terrace Mountainside
5.0
The only helpful thing would be using Touchpoint to create the shopping list when supplies run out. I often get multiple calls a day when they run out of soap supplies. Really minor because of such great care and medical coordination.
Very happy with the transparency and visibility, the ...
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Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange
4.6
My wife has been a resident with Alzheimer's for about three(3) years and her care has been excellent. All of the personal at every level are excellent.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Consistently friendly and competent staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of staff members across multiple communities, such as Brighton Gardens of West Orange, Allendale Senior Living Community, and Brookdale Wayne AL/MC, creating a welcoming and caring environment for residents.
Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents enjoy a variety of activities at communities like Juniper Village at Paramus, Brookdale Wayne AL/MC, and Van Dyk Park Place, ranging from daily programs to special events, fostering a sense of community and socialization.
Thoughtful accommodations and amenities. Individualized living spaces and thoughtful amenities, such as kitchenettes and laundry services, are highlighted in reviews for The Chelsea at Fair Lawn, Brighton Gardens of West Orange, and Fellowship Community, adding to the comfort and quality of life for residents.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Families and residents consistently express satisfaction with the food offerings at communities including Van Dyk Park Place, Sunrise of Paramus, and Brookdale Emerson, ensuring residents look forward to meal times and have their dietary needs met.
Thorough communication and transparency. Families appreciate the open lines of communication between staff and themselves at communities like Sunrise of Franklin Lakes, Mira Vie Clifton, and Allendale Senior Living Community, allowing for peace of mind and effective collaboration in care.
Cleanliness and maintenance. Reviews consistently emphasize the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in communities like The Chelsea at Fair Lawn, Clover Hill Senior Living, and Green Hill Retirement Community, ensuring that both living spaces and common areas are kept in pristine condition for residents.
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Paterson review score based on 253 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 253 reviews of 61 Paterson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Paterson review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for Paterson assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 253 reviews of 61 Paterson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Paterson resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Paterson, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Paterson assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Paterson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Paterson, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Paterson assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Paterson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
68.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
68.9%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.4%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.8%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.9%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Paterson assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Paterson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Paterson, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.8%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.9%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.5%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Paterson assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Paterson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.1%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
59%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.5%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.6%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Paterson assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Paterson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
42.6%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
45.9%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Paterson assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Paterson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
59%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.7%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.6%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
60.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
42.6%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.5%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Paterson
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New Jersey assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Paterson protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
La Paula Manor, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange and The Belvedere are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Paterson, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 65 assisted living facilities near Paterson, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Paterson, New Jersey are The Belvedere, Sunrise of Madison and Brighton Gardens of Florham Park. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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