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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Totowa, NJ

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My mother-in-law is in her late 90’s and has been a resident for two years. She was a charter member when the community opened. The interior and exterior facilities are not only beautiful, but also kept...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At Inglemoor Rehabilitation and Care Center of Livington, we offer Residents outstanding care. We have been recognized by the Department of Health through perfect annual surveys, independent research groups such as Consumer Reports as one of the top ten nusing homes in the State of New Jersey...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Totowa, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Totowa is $7,170 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glen Ridge, NJ with an average of $7,071 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Totowa, NJ vs. nearby cities

Totowa, NJ
$7,170/mo
$7,196/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Totowa, NJ vs. the state and national average

Totowa, NJ
$7,170/mo
U.S. national average
$4,577/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Totowa vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$7,170/mo
$7,224/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Totowa, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$6,107/mo
Private
$6,000/mo
Studio
$7,601/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,344/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,830/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Totowa over time

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What families are saying about assisted living in Totowa

Recent reviews for assisted living in Totowa

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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Lakeside Residential Care Home Inc. in Oak Ridge, NJ

4.0
Under new ownership, the changes are noticeable almost immediately. substantial upgrades and repairs made on the building in the last few months since new owners took control. New roof, bathrooms installed, painting and landscaping to name a few. Staff is very friendly and attentive. Nice ...
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Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted in Yonkers, NY

4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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Totowa review score based on 209 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 209 reviews of 54 Totowa assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Totowa 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

Totowa review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Totowa, NJ54 facilities
8.5
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Haledon, NJ58 facilities

Review subcategories for Totowa 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 209 reviews of 54 Totowa assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Totowa 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.
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Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Totowa assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Totowa assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Totowa, 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 Totowa 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 Totowa 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
63%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.4%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.7%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.4%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Totowa 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 Totowa Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Totowa, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.9%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.1%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.5%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Totowa 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 Totowa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Totowa, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.3%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Totowa 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 Totowa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.9%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.1%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
48.1%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Totowa 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 Totowa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Totowa, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.4%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.7%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.6%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.7%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.7%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
53.7%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Totowa

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 Totowa protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulations

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