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10 Best Independent Living Communities in West Milford, NJ
The cost of independent living in West Milford is about $6,689 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 34 options. Read 385 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Montclair, Morristown and West Orange.
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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.
You and your loved ones will feel confident that you are safe, happy, and well taken care of at Victoria Mews. Your days will be filled with good friends and good times, and your evenings will be filled with rest and relaxation. Please visit us ......our door is always open! We know how important...
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
The Holland Christian Home was founded over 125 years ago to address all of these needs and more. Holland Christian Home has served older adults (75 years and over) in northern New Jersey.As a nonprofit Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), our multiple levels of care look after residents...
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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.
The Longview Assisted Living Residence provides personalized care in a secure community that supports and fosters each individual’s maximum level of independence. Residents receive personalized assistance with activities of daily living, while also enjoying innovative programs and a diverse...
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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 Vista is bringing a new kind of retirement living to northern New Jersey. Designed to address an unmet need for independent-senior living, The Vista will be unlike any other independent-living community in the area, offering advanced, innovative programming and amenities based on the most...
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Cost of independent living in West Milford, NJ
The average cost of senior living in West Milford is $6,689 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sussex, NJ with an average of $6,093 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in West Milford
Recent reviews for independent living in West Milford
Sunrise of Morris Plains
4.9
After many difficult experiences with other elder care facilities, we are grateful to have found sunrise of morris plains. They are committed to providing the best care to those who have done so much for others, our aging and now vulnerable loved ones.
The Residence at St. Peter’s in River Edge, NJ
4.5
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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Fountainview at College Road in Monsey, NY
4.2
I received helpful and friendly service from both the staff and administration. The facility is clean and secure, the grounds are well kept, there are numerous activities and services available on premises, and free bus service to local businesses. For independent living, it's a very good fit ...
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West Milford independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Milford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Milford, 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 Milford 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 Milford 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
38.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
45.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.6%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in West Milford 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 Milford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
38.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Milford 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 Milford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.9%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.2%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.9%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.7%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.2%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
29%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.9%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Madison, Brighton Gardens of Florham Park and Fellowship Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Milford, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 34 independent living facilities near West Milford, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in West Milford, New Jersey are Sunrise of Madison, Brighton Gardens of Florham Park and Fellowship Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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