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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Fort Lee, NJ
If you’re looking for assisted living in Fort Lee, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Fort Lee or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Fort Lee.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Fort Lee for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 64 assisted living facilities in the Fort Lee area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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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.
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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.
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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: 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.
Chester Hill Adult HomeChester Hill Adult Home is an assisted living community located at 187 Cottage Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY. It is close to a health care center, community social and shopping facilities, allowing residents to live a healthy lifestyle in a home like setting.Our experienced...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
WESTCHESTER CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & NURSING offers the perfect blend of family tradition and the latest medical therapies. We are responsive, concerned and compassionate. From our staff of highly trained and certified medical professionals and therapists to our supportive client...
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My Mom was at Meadowview Assisted Living Memory Care unit at Wartburg. My Family and I found the staff to be very knowledable, caring, kind, warm, loving, to all the Residents. My Mom, had the best care til...
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.
Helping Caregivers for over 100 years The Wartburg Adult Care Community is a Lutheran social ministry serving all faiths. We don’t just care for people, we care about them, and nobody in lower Westchester offers more services for seniors and their families than we do: 24-hour skilled nursing...
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Fort Lee, NJ
The average cost of senior living in Fort Lee is $6,792 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cresskill, NJ with an average of $6,713 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Lee, NJ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Lee, NJ vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Fort Lee, NJ by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fort Lee, NJ
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What families are saying about assisted living in Fort Lee
Recent reviews for assisted living in Fort Lee
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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Sunrise of Mountain Lakes
4.9
I thought the facility was always and clean and looking great. The staff was always present and they took care of my mother very well.
I would recommend Sunrise of Mountain Lakes to others looking.
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Engaging and varied activities. Residents at various communities express their enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered, with families praising the dedication of activity coordinators to cater to resident interests. Juniper Village, for instance, hosts regular bingo nights and exercise classes, while Atria Forest Hill ...
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Warm and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and compassion of the staff at their community, with families expressing appreciation for the strong bonds formed between caregivers and residents. Residents of Castle Senior Living, for example, enjoy the personalized care, and Atria West 86's staff go above an ...
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Delicious and diverse meals. Throughout reviews, quality food is a major factor contributing to residents' overall satisfaction with their community. The chef at Five Star Premier Residences of Yonkers accommodates individual dietary restrictions and preferences, while Atria Forest Hills offers restaurant-style meals that r ...
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Thoughtful and attentive care. Reviews consistently praise the attentiveness and responsiveness of staff members to resident needs. Atria Forest Hills prioritizes resident health and safety, while Atria West 86 ensures all residents are living comfortably and receiving the right level of care. Caregivers are always available ...
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Gorgeous and well-maintained facilities. Communities are described as clean, inviting, and beautifully maintained, whether it's the private rooms or common areas. Atria Forest Hills boasts a 24-hour wellness center, while the Castle Senior Living facility has a homey atmosphere that feels more like a big house than a facility. Regular ...
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Effective communication between families and staff. Regular and thorough communication between families and staff is highlighted in numerous reviews as a key feature. Atria Riverdale, for instance, keeps families informed of their loved ones' progress and activities, while Sunrise at East 56th encourages family involvement in their loved ones' ca ...
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Fort Lee review score based on 181 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 181 reviews of 54 Fort Lee assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Fort Lee 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 Fort Lee 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 181 reviews of 54 Fort Lee assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fort Lee 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.Fort Lee, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Fort Lee assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Lee assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Lee, 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 Fort Lee 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 Fort Lee that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fort Lee, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
59.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59.3%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.9%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.1%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Lee 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 Fort Lee Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fort Lee, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.7%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Lee 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 Fort Lee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Lee, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
46.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.5%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Lee 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 Fort Lee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fort Lee, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.9%
42%
Room service
Room service
37%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.9%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Lee 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 Fort Lee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fort Lee, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.8%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.7%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.7%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
37%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fort Lee
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 Fort Lee protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
La Paula Manor, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange and The Belvedere are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Fort Lee, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 64 assisted living facilities near Fort Lee, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Fort Lee, New Jersey are The Belvedere, Sunrise of Madison and Atria Woodlands. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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