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10 Best Independent Living Communities in West Caldwell, NJ

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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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When I first moved in here, they had lost their food service, and they have now gotten a new chef and he is doing an outstanding job. The maintenance staff here is outstanding as well; always on call, always...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Summer Hill ApartmentsThe independent living community of Summer Hill Apartments can be found in Wayne in Passaic County, New Jersey. And if you’re looking for a little bit of action, Midtown Manhattan is a quick 20 miles from Wayne. This Passaic County Township boasts a population of over 54,700...
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My wife and I are very happy at this community. The staff are exceptionally friendly. The food tastes good and there is a good variety of choices. We have a nice apartment and a lot of friendly neighbors....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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.
Franciscan Oaks is a life care retirement community located in the gentle rolling hills of Morris County, and just a short walk from the delightful town of Denville.  The nearby downtown offers specialty stores and boutiques, a multitude of restaurants, along with a charming library and...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Saint Francis Residential Community, a non profit, senior living community, located in Denville, NJ in the heart of Morris County, provides comfortable, safe and affordable living that is free from worry. We recently celebrated our 125th year. We offer living with assistance. Medication...
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Cost of independent living in West Caldwell, NJ

The average cost of senior living in West Caldwell is $6,482 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Caldwell, NJ with an average of $6,263 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Caldwell, NJ vs. nearby cities

West Caldwell, NJ
$6,482/mo
$6,338/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Caldwell, NJ vs. the state and national average

West Caldwell, NJ
$6,482/mo
U.S. national average
$4,029/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Caldwell vs. other types of senior living

$7,303/mo
Independent Living
$6,482/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in West Caldwell, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$6,361/mo
Studio
$7,851/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,406/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,170/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in West Caldwell over time

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What families are saying about independent living in West Caldwell

Recent reviews for independent living in West Caldwell

The Chelsea at Sparta

4.4
I would recommend the facility to others. I'm very hands on with my folks- so I know I personally make the experience better for them (I take laundry home 6 days a week because of my dads incontinence). The meals have actually gotten somewhat better as of late- they get their meals brought up to ...
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The Residence at St. Peter’s in River Edge, NJ

3.4
We went with The Senior Residence at Se. Peter Apostle because they offered a comparable level of service for almost $2000 less a month. The facility is smaller with only 20 rooms, it is a former convent so you have to be ok with a small room versus some other places that had large rooms. They ...
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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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West Caldwell independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Caldwell independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Caldwell, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Caldwell independent living

Independent 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 Caldwell 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
30%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.5%
32.6%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.8%
7.3%
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Availability of select dining options in West Caldwell independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of West Caldwell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
34.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
31.3%
35.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
16.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Caldwell independent 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 independent living communities in West Caldwell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.8%
43.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.8%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.8%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.5%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.3%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.7%
36.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.8%
39.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
32.5%
45.3%
Dances
Dances
20%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
38.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.3%
45.2%
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