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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Watchung, NJ
Assisted living costs in Watchung average about $7,450 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 36 communities in Watchung. Our detailed directory has 833 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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8.9
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20 reviews
Pleased with Brandywine for my mom's recent move. [name removed] and [name removed] made the process very easy to transition my mom from rehab into their community. The first day she was welcomed on a...
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.
Scenically situated in Watchung, Somerset County, Brandywine Senior Living at Mountain Ridge provides an elegant environment for older adults who may require a degree of personal assistance, but also desire the freedom of independence. Mountain Ridge is nestled in the picturesque landscape of the...
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange
510 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ 07052Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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I am always amazed that the staff is so very kind, professional and competent. The nurses and staff are taking very good care of all the residents. The meals are good There are good activities and a good...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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9.9
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33 reviews
We felt at the time the other residence were similar to my aunt as far as activity and personalities. We felt she would have a better time and more in common than the other places we looked at. It has been...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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9.9
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67 reviews
There are not enough words to describe how wonderful they all are. [name removed] and her team were nothing short of amazing. The facility was spotless and felt like home. The staff was welcoming and warm....
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.
Come visit our community nestled in the suburbs of Florham Park with tree-lined walking paths surrounding us. Enter our community and you'll experience first hand the Sunrise Difference.Please call for more information or to schedule a visit to find out how Brighton Gardens can enrich your life...
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9.7
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15 reviews
[name removed] is so happy and safe and they have done everything they can to make it great for him. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who may...
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.
Ideally located just down the road from the Village Green in Summit, New Jersey, and only 20 miles from Manhattan, Sunrise of Summit provides highly personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in a bright, cheerful, and modern atmosphere. Our community...
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56 reviews
I give a 5 for all categories. My current comments are they need to have more activities for memory care, and more help on the weekends and hiring volunteers from colleges majoring in elder care to help...
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.
Brighton Gardens of Mountainside offers personalized care for older adults in Union County, NJ. Our compassionate team, including our Designated Care Managers, provides individualized care to fit your unique needs and preferences. We work to promote your independence, while providing you the...
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9.6
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22 reviews
The apartment in Independent Living is spacious with big closets. Everything looks new. Staff are friendly and helpful. Food is good—I’ve gained a couple pounds in a month. Lots of activities for those who...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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79 reviews
Medical care is excellent medication management almost excellent. AIDS very helpful with people that require considerable care. Cannot complain about people that will clean you if you poop yourself and you...
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.
Brighton Gardens of Edison is located just minutes from the Garden State Parkway, the New Jersey Turnpike, Route 1, Route 287, and is within walking distance from the Metro Park train station. Residents may enjoy the many nearby attractions including the Menlo Park Mall, seasonal farmers markets,...
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9.4
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22 reviews
If you’re considering an assisted living home for a family member, I highly recommend Sunrise of Westfield. The staff is caring, friendly, and just overall amazing- and not only to their residents, but...
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.
(Please add to bottom of description)Sunrise of Westfield is not licensed for Medicaid.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.3
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140 reviews
The community is so nice, great food, and the staff is incredibly helpful and attentive to the residents. The activity calendar is really diverse so there's always something fun to do or entertainment going...
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.
Conveniently located just off the Garden State Parkway, down the road from Rahway River Park, Atria Cranford has served Union County families for more than 20 years. A friendly, tenured staff – including more than 60 employees with over a decade of experience at the community – is available 24/7....
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9.2
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21 reviews
I visit my friends frequently at Sunrise of Livingston. The weekends frequently have live music in the bistro and they have baked goods (lately sometimes) and coffee for everyone. The staff have been...
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.
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9.0
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38 reviews
In every category I would rate them a 5. The facility is very expensive but they take Medicaid which is a program I'm going to have to start completing paperwork for soon. Very helpful director who provides...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Heritage of Clara Barton offers independent and assisted living services in a breathtaking and unique setting. Our community is actually a renovated school building built in the early 1920s and is now composed of 84 assisted living apartments and 27 independent living apartments.Our community...
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8.9
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27 reviews
The staff is caring, and friendly. Any concerns or questions are, addressed in a timely manner. I definitely recommend Sunrise in Basking Ridge.
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise of Basking Ridge affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.7
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56 reviews
There were many factors as to why CareOne Livingston was chosen. My mom was quite comfortable and at home at the acute care when she was being treated for a broken hip a few years back and she was somewhat...
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.
CareOne at Livingston Assisted Living is conveniently located near major highways and sits between the Livingston Mall and Short Hills Mall on Passaic Avenue. We take pride in providing a broad continuum of health care services in a Campus setting. Part of a CareOne Senior Care...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.6
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7 reviews
I decided that The Residence @Basking Ridge was the right place for my mother after visiting and reviewing all of the places within a reasonable driving distance. The management team was informative and...
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.
Nestled in the heart of Bernards Township, and conveniently located off of I-287, the community is close to shops, recreation & entertainment, dining, the popular Farmstead Arts Center and so much more. The Residence at Basking Ridge offers an array of services catered to seniors. At The...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.6
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7 reviews
My mother loved being at Laurel Circle. In April she passed away. Caring kind loving and efficient staff. We could not have asked for anything better.
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.
Discover Laurel Circle – full-service senior living in Bridgewater, NJ, with a unique personality and a distinct spirit. Enjoy a convenient, maintenance-free lifestyle with:-Plentiful services and amenities-An unmatched, flexible monthly dining plan-An engaging schedule of resident-organized...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
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4 reviews
Very attentive, friendly and like my brother says, kind staff members. Chelsea at Fanwood was just bought over. Now called Mira Vie. The new director seems very nice & staff is staying the same but I just...
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.
NEW INFOAvg resident age is 94 !! Age Min 65 years plus plus Best towns for referrals to be coming from/desired location:UNION COUNTY- Fanwood/Scotch Plains- Plainfield- Westfield- Cranford- Clark- Rahway
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8.5
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10 reviews
Beautiful modern building, great staff, great management, clean, friendly environment. I lived there about 4 months until I sold my home out of state and bought my new home in New Jersey. Love your...
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.
Mira Vie Warren offers an attractive new lifestyle alternative for older adults who may be experiencing some difficulty managing on their own at home. Mira Vie Warren offers a gracious environment with many beautiful common areas. It is conveniently located within a short distance of shops,...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.4
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44 reviews
Invited, by my mother, to attend the family picnic event with my family. We entered Juniper and were greeted with open arms by the staff. It was a beautiful day and our family of 9 were able to sit outside...
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.
Juniper Village at Chatham is a gracious and enriching home to approximately 100 individuals. Located within walking distance to shopping and restaurants in the heart of beautiful Chatham Township, our classically appointed decor offers a refined ambiance while our distinctive programs nurture...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.2
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26 reviews
Overall, individually everyone has been fantastic. I do think communication among the staff has room for improvement. I would recommend Careone at Somerset Valley. Overall we have been very happy.
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.
CareOne Assisted Living at Bound Brook is an assisted living community located in Bound Brook, New Jersey in Somerset County and home to just over 10,000 people. Bound Brook is a warm community with lots of local stores and shops. Residents will be able to get in their exercise, enjoy park-like...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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1 review
Every category is a 5, with the exception of meals/Dining. I'd give that a 4. The menu is limited, even though they have specials everyday (2 choices I believe), the regular menu could use more options . For...
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.
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8.0
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2 reviews
Upon first walking through the doors and meeting [name removed], I instantly realized that Delaney was the best decision for my mother. After searching for a few months, no other options compared to what...
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.
The Delaney at The Green is an exceptional senior living community nestled in the charming town of Florham Park, New Jersey. Designed to provide a luxurious and vibrant lifestyle for seniors, this community offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and personalized care.The Delaney boasts a...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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7.8
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20 reviews
Can’t rave enough about the care my loved one receives at Fox Trail. [name removed]and staff take care of his every need. Facility is immaculate. Meals are well prepared. Activities and entertainment are...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Green Brook is dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia in a secure, safe home setting. We believe, and research and experience support the notion that a small intimate home setting is the best environment to provide a supportive...
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The community is always immaculately clean. The staff is friendly. I have been to a lot of other communities and out of all of those places that I have seen, Brightview Warren is the nicest place in the...
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.
At Brightview Warren, we offer a variety of community features. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. All meals are provided to residents. We love to accommodate visiting guests, meals included. Dining includes...
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7.0
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26 reviews
My mom has been at Brandywine Living for the past year. The place and people are very nice and the apartments are spacious - much larger than any others I've seen. They have ample activities. The only...
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.
Brandywine at Summit's spacious apartments strike the perfect balance between comfort and safety and offer peace of mind for residents and their family and friends. Residents are warmhearted, interesting people who enjoy the freedom from the worries and dangers of solitary living and cooking and...
Cost of assisted living in Watchung, NJ
The average cost of senior living in Watchung is $7,450 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of $6,856 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Watchung, NJ vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Watchung, NJ by room type
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What families are saying about assisted living in Watchung
Recent reviews for assisted living in Watchung
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
Friendly and welcoming staff. Numerous reviews for various communities, such as Atria Cranford, Brighton Gardens of Mountainside, and Sunrise of Madison, praise the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff. Families and residents note that the staff goes above and beyond to create a warm and inviting environment.
Access to a variety of activities. Communities including Atria Cranford, Brighton Gardens of Mountainside, and Sunrise of Livingston offer a wide range of activities that cater to residents' interests. From social events to educational programs and outdoor activities, these communities prioritize providing opportunities for ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Several reviews for communities like Mira Vie Warren, Brighton Gardens of Florham Park, and Sunrise of Madison highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities. Residents and families appreciate the efforts to ensure a comfortable and hygienic living environment.
Responsive and caring communication with families. Communication between communities and families is crucial. As noted in reviews for Atria Cranford, Mira Vie Warren, and Sunrise of Basking Ridge, staff members are attentive and responsive, offering updates on residents' care and addressing concerns in a timely and effective manner.
Dedicated and experienced staff. Experienced staff members contribute significantly to the overall quality of care in communities. Families and residents often mention the long-term tenure of caregivers in places like Sunrise of Westfield, Brighton Gardens of Mountainside, and Sunrise of Livingston.
Personalized and accommodating care. Personalized care tailored to individual residents is a priority in several communities, as highlighted in reviews for Atria Cranford, Sunrise of Livingston, and Sunrise of Madison. Staff members take the time to understand each resident's unique needs and preferences, ensuring their well- ...
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Watchung review score based on 211 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 211 reviews of 31 Watchung assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Watchung 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
Watchung review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Watchung 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 211 reviews of 31 Watchung assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Watchung 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.Watchung, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Watchung assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watchung assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watchung, 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 Watchung 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 Watchung 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
80.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
74.2%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.8%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.9%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.7%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
77.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.9%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Watchung 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 Watchung Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watchung, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80.6%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
71%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.4%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watchung 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 Watchung partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watchung, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
71%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
74.2%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
74.2%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
71%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
41.9%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Watchung 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 Watchung communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watchung, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
67.7%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
74.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
67.7%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
61.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watchung 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 Watchung offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watchung, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
74.2%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
61.3%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
54.8%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
74.2%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.4%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.9%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
67.7%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
77.4%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
77.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
51.6%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Watchung
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 Watchung protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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