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The facility is beautiful and clean. The staff are always cheerful and helpful. They are friendly to residents and families. There are lots of great activities all of the time. The food choices and quality...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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67 reviews
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There are not enough words to describe how wonderful they all are. [name removed] and her team were nothing short of amazing. The facility was spotless and felt like home. The staff was welcoming and warm....
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.
Come visit our community nestled in the suburbs of Florham Park with tree-lined walking paths surrounding us. Enter our community and you'll experience first hand the Sunrise Difference.Please call for more information or to schedule a visit to find out how Brighton Gardens can enrich your life...
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75 reviews
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I will give a 5 for all but for the meals I hear from my mom the vegetables are too hard and the meats are tough, sometimes the meals are not that great, for the cost I feel the meals should be better. Maybe...
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.
When visitors come to Van Dyk Park Place, they immediately notice the friendly and pleasant surroundings here. Owned for sixty years by the Van Dyk family, our CEO, Bob Van Dyk, is dedicated to giving the highest level of care to our residents and patients alike. Park Place is decorated warmly,...
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9.8
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51 reviews
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About 3 1/2 years we moved our 90-year-old parents into Brookdale Assisted Living in Wayne, NJ. It was close to us so we could visit every day. They enjoyed making new friends, the entertainment, special...
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.
Here you’ll never stop growing.If you’re looking for fun and freedom in senior living, our senior living community could be the right fit for you. With both assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care on one campus, you’ll have the care you need when you need it. Plus, we’re just a...
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Highly recommend. The staff are warm and welcoming as are the residents. We picked them because the facility itself was more like a hotel. I honestly would rate them a 5 in all categories except...
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.
Spring Hills Livingston, in Livingston, NJ is where lifestyle meets luxurious living! Our amenities and first-class senior living community offers independent living, assisted living services and memory care…that’s as personalized and unique as the legacy of Spring Hills. Our Livingston, NJ...
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My Mom has been in Juniper for about 3 months now and is having a wonderful experience. She is absolutely thriving. The director [name removed] is so wonderful to work with. And I can't forget to mention how...
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.
Juniper Village at Paramus is a lively community that offers both standard assisted living for those needing a little help with activities of daily life and a secure memory care environment designed for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders.Lovely outdoor walking paths...
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My mother moved to The Chelsea at Fair Lawn after having lived for two years at a residence that was having issues with their administration and staff and this was was affecting her quality of life. She has...
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.
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Very accommodating in his early months to be as independent as possible and as he grew weaker, he was very appreciative of the additional support. He loved having his medication packaged (instead of having...
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.
Located in Morris County, The Chelsea at Montville offers several senior living options in a comfortable setting. Our spacious community offers areas to sit and meet new people, space to enjoy a book from our library, opportunities to listen to a resident or guest play our piano, or take a...
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My mother was in this facility last year. Unfortunately, I had to transfer her to be closer to me in another state. The care at Harbourview DOES NOT compare to any senior home that we have experienced. The...
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.
Hudson Hills Senior Living invites residents to a home of endless possibilities, growth and comfort. Residents choose from spacious studio, one and two bedroom apartments and live a maintenance-free lifestyle. All daily amenities are included in this North Bergen, New Jersey Independent Living...
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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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Great for every category. It's worth mentioning I find everyone very accommodating and keep me up with everything I need to know. I think they are a pleasure to deal with.
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.
Arbor Terrace Roseland offers quality assisted living and dementia care in Essex County, New Jersey. We honor individuality and celebrate each person's unique life through deep connections with our residents and families. We create delightful surprises and meaningful moments within a safe and...
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I visit my friends frequently at Sunrise of Livingston. The weekends frequently have live music in the bistro and they have baked goods (lately sometimes) and coffee for everyone. The staff have been...
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.
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51 reviews
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.Overall everything is excellent! It's cleanliness, various activities, great food selections, staff friendliness, good correspondence, addressing concerns promptly and being organized. These are the things...
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.
Brighton Gardens of West Orange is located in a beautiful suburban setting only 20 minutes from New York City amenities. We are nestled between a premier golf course and the historic South Mountain Reservation, which includes acres of protected land with parks, walkways and trails. We partner...
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My brother moved to Memory Care a year ago from Assisted Living. The space is entirely too small for the number of residents (22-24). Many are in wheelchairs, thus requiring more space than usual. There ...
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’ll have the care you need if you need it so you can focus on having fun.With assisted living and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to your specific needs. And our community is just 30 minutes away from New York City so you can enjoy all the great shopping and restaurants that...
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I have met many different people. I'm greatly surprise that they're capable of doing so much. The residents are friendly and I enjoy the company of everyone when I come downstairs for activities.
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.
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44 Floor plans available
8.7
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43 reviews
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I really like this place The facility is beautiful and the care is excellent They do hire a young woman to come in for activities and she is excellent but only 2days a week The healthcare workers do...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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8.6
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56 reviews
8.6
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There were many factors as to why CareOne Livingston was chosen. My mom was quite comfortable and at home at the acute care when she was being treated for a broken hip a few years back and she was somewhat...
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.
CareOne at Livingston Assisted Living is conveniently located near major highways and sits between the Livingston Mall and Short Hills Mall on Passaic Avenue.  We take pride in providing a broad continuum of health care services in a Campus setting. Part of a CareOne Senior Care...
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I feel my mom is taken care of and safe. Although having more activities would be a good distraction. Also don't like the TV system they have. My mom has memory issues and she can't work her TV.
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.
Welcome to Clover Hill, a boutique senior living community offering seniors an alternative to the larger hotel-like facilities that provide assistance with activities of daily living. Completely remodeled in 2020, this brand new community is more like an upscale and expansive bed and breakfast...
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8 reviews
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The head nurse, Marvin, is wonderful. He is very attentive and always available if needed. The activities staff is very patient with the memory care residents. They engage and encourage them to participate...
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.
Features and Amenities:Private Rooms with Private ShowersClinical Programs designed with a Person-Directed ApproachState-of-the-Art Rehabilitation Therapy:Aquatic Therapy Pool with underwater treadmillActivities of Daily Living (ADL) SuitePhysical, Occupational, & Speech Therapy7 days per...
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7.5
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Most of the staff and nurses were very nice, but some of the nurses on the rehab unit were very unfriendly and dismissive-would not answer questions or help you. My husband was in both the rehab area and...
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.
CareOne at Wayne is an assisted living community located in Wayne, New Jersey in Passaic County and home to just over 54,000 people. Wayne is a vibrant community with lots of great shopping, stores, movies and relaxing activities. Residents can get out and take their nature walks, enjoy park-like...
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When my sister-in-law came to LNH she weighed 90 lbs and I was preparing for the end. She has suffered from dementia since [date removed]. She was in another facility that wouldn't accept her back from...
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.
Little Nursing Home is a rehabilitation center located in the beautiful township of Montclair, New Jersey, which is in Essex county. The area is very charming, and the residents will find that there is always something going on there. Whether the community band is playing at the high school, the...
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My Mom entered this facility 2 years ago in the Assisted Living section and is now in it's Memory Care Unit. After working in the Healthcare Industry for nearly 40 years, I think I'm a good judge of good or...
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.
Located in the city of Passaic, this Medicaid friendly facility, which includes a secure Dementia neighborhood, is physically attached to a sub-acute and skilled nursing facility of the same name and under the same family ownership since the 1960's. At Chestnut Hill Residence Assisted Living, we...
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The community was clean anytime we would go see my loved one. The community was extremely friendly from the administration down to the janitor. Everyone was always smiling and always asking what...
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.
Established in 1921 in West Orange, NJ Canterbury Village is an experienced Assisted Living Residence. With only 53 residents we offer personalized assistance, support and healthcare services, available 24 hours a day. Our reasonable monthly service fee includes a spacious private studio with...
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They have been very accommodating to the specific & individual needs of each patient. They are very mom & pop shop-like vs a big organization with a factory-feel. They provide a very personalized experience...
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.
Branch Brook Park Manor is an exciting residential option for seniors who are in need of supportive, long term care. We have had the privilege of serving seniors and their families for over 30 years. We provide all of the comprehensive services of a larger facility while maintaining the ...
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We have had an excellent experience so far, the place is lovely and overall we are very pleased. Just like everybody else there are times where you can tell they are understaffed but they are still very...
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.
Since our beginning in the early 20th century as a not for profit community, we have provided a quality retirement experience. Now, as a Continuing Care Retirement Community, that retirement experience includes a gracious and elegant lifestyle augmented by highly professional staff, outstanding...
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Cost of independent living in Upper Montclair, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Upper Montclair is $6,352 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Caldwell, NJ with an average of $6,281 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Upper Montclair, NJ vs. nearby cities

Upper Montclair, NJ
$6,352/mo
$6,378/mo

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

Upper Montclair, NJ
$6,352/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Upper Montclair vs. other types of senior living

$7,155/mo
Independent Living
$6,352/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Upper Montclair, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$6,390/mo
Studio
$7,862/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,031/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,067/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Upper Montclair over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Upper Montclair

Recent reviews for independent living in Upper Montclair

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 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 Fountains at RiverVue in Tuckahoe, NY

4.5
They have some very nice people who have some tenure. Pretty facility inside and out. Also a pretty good restaurant very close - where you can take your spouse and meet your friends. hey were very supportive. Not just for my wife but also for me.

Upper Montclair independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Upper Montclair independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Upper Montclair, 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 Upper Montclair 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 Upper Montclair partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Upper Montclair, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Upper Montclair 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 Upper Montclair communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Upper Montclair, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
29.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Upper Montclair 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 Upper Montclair offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Upper Montclair, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.8%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
32.4%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.8%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Belvedere, Sunrise of Madison and Atria Woodlands are the top-rated independent living facilities near Upper Montclair, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 80 independent living facilities near Upper Montclair, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Upper Montclair, New Jersey are The Belvedere, Sunrise of Madison and Atria Woodlands. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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