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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...
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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.
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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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
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in West Caldwell, NJ

The average cost of senior living in West Caldwell is $7,228 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glen Ridge, NJ with an average of $7,077 per month.

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

West Caldwell, NJ
$7,228/mo
$7,139/mo

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

West Caldwell, NJ
$7,228/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$7,228/mo
$7,286/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,704/mo
Private
$6,000/mo
Studio
$8,077/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,571/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,504/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in West Caldwell over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in West Caldwell, NJ

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in West Caldwell.

What families are saying about assisted living in West Caldwell

Recent reviews for assisted 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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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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West Caldwell review score based on 287 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 287 reviews of 53 West Caldwell assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The West Caldwell 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

West Caldwell review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
West Caldwell, NJ53 facilities
8.6
Caldwell, NJ61 facilities
8.5
Essex Fells, NJ63 facilities

Review subcategories for West Caldwell 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 287 reviews of 53 West Caldwell assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare West Caldwell 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.
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Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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West Caldwell assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Caldwell assisted 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 care services in West Caldwell 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 Caldwell 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
67.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69.8%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.7%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.7%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.9%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.6%
53.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in West Caldwell 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 Caldwell 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
69.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.9%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.3%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Caldwell 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 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
56.6%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
58.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.8%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.4%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in West Caldwell 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 Caldwell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
49.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.6%
42%
Room service
Room service
54.7%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
39.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Caldwell 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 Caldwell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.4%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.2%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.9%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.1%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
58.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35.8%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.2%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in West Caldwell

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 Caldwell protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulations

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La Paula Manor, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange and The Belvedere are the top-rated assisted living facilities near West Caldwell, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 65 assisted living facilities near West Caldwell, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in West Caldwell, New Jersey are The Belvedere, Sunrise of Madison and Brighton Gardens of Florham Park. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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