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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in West Orange, NJ
Assisted living costs in West Orange average about $7,194 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 56 communities in West Orange. Our detailed directory has 913 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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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
ROSEVILLE MANOR is located in the historic Roseville section of Newark, close to Branch Brook Park, Sacred Heart Cathedral, restaurants, Route 280, Garden State Parkway and public transportation.The landmark building offers nearly 100 private, carpeted, air-conditioned rooms with elegance and Old...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
The Chelsea offers an attractive new lifestyle alternative for older adults who may be experiencing some difficulty managing on their own at home. The Chelsea offers a gracious environment with many beautiful common areas. It is conveniently located within a short distance of shops, restaurants,...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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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My stay at the Villa was pleasant due to the friendly staff and cleanliness of the facility. I will highly recommend the Villa. Thank you for working with my doctor.
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.
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 West Orange, NJ
The average cost of senior living in West Orange is $7,194 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glen Ridge, NJ with an average of $7,149 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in West Orange, NJ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in West Orange, NJ vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in West Orange, NJ by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in West Orange, NJ
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What families are saying about assisted living in West Orange
Recent reviews for assisted living in West Orange
The Brielle in Staten Island, NY
5.0
The staff at the Brielle is very caring and attentive. They provide their residents with the assistance they need, activities, events, and good food.
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.
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Dedicated and compassionate staff. Many reviews express appreciation for the kind and caring nature of the staff at their community. Residents and families at Brookdale Florham Park, CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living, Sunrise of Madison, and Brookdale Wayne AL/MC all praise the staff for their attentiveness and commit ...
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Diverse activities and social opportunities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered at their communities, with some residents mentioning regular movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes at Green Hill Retirement Community, Juniper Village at Chatham, and Brookdale West Orange.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Throughout reviews, cleanliness and upkeep are highlighted as important factors in residents' satisfaction with their community. Residents of Brighton Gardens of West Orange, Brighton Gardens of Florham Park, and Sunrise of Livingston all mention the cleanliness and updated facilities, inc ...
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Personalized care to accommodate unique needs. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers, including quick and thoughtful adjustments made by staff to help make daily tasks easier and safer for residents and their families at Brookdale Wayne AL/MC, Mira Vie Clifton, and Spring Hills Livingston.
Open and effective communication between families and staff. Families appreciate clear and frequent communication with their loved ones and the community staff, making everyone feel informed and involved in care decisions. Examples of this include regular family meetings and updates at Brighton Gardens of West Orange, Brookdale West Orange, and Sprin ...
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Thoughtfully designed social spaces. Residents enjoy the comfortable and inviting social spaces at their communities, which allow for easy interaction and community building. Examples of these spaces include the library and living room at Sunrise of West Essex, the outdoor patio at Brighton Gardens of Florham Park, and the roof ...
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West Orange review score based on 240 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 240 reviews of 53 West Orange assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The West Orange 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 West Orange 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 240 reviews of 53 West Orange assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare West Orange 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.West Orange, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
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West Orange assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Orange assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Orange, 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 West Orange 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 West Orange 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
60.4%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.2%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.9%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.3%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in West Orange 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 West Orange Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.4%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.6%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.6%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.1%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Orange 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 West Orange 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
47.2%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.8%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50.9%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.4%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.8%
13.5%
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Availability of select dining options in West Orange 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 West Orange communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
45.3%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.8%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
49.1%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.1%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Orange 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 West Orange offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50.9%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.1%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.7%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.9%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.5%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.2%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.4%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.2%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.1%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
49.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
28.3%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.2%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.9%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in West Orange
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 West Orange protect seniors.
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