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Brookdale West Orange

520 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052

Assisted Living Memory Care
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(800) 780-8101

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(973) 325-5700

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $5,112
One Bedroom
Estimated $6,438

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,349
  • Average State Price: $5,285
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Brookdale West Orange Description

    Family. Hobbies. Travel. When you turned 70, did your passions fade? We didn’t think so. If anything, age strengthens those interests. But as you get older, you sometimes need a little help. At Brookdale West Orange, we can help you with the little things—like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing and getting dressed, too. With assisted living and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to your specific needs. So go do the things you love to do, and let us help with the rest.

    So go ahead and try a laughter yoga class or join your new friends for movie night at our theater on campus. We’ll take care of the rest so you can focus on fun ways to spend your day. Your basic utilities and maintenance are all included so you won’t have as many bills to worry about. You’ll also have peace of mind knowing that staff is on-site 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Plus, you’ll have several floor plans to choose from so you’ll find just the right pet-friendly apartment to fit your style.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    7.9
    Brookdale West Orange
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 105 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 6 out of 10 communities in West Orange
  • Ranking in State: 409 out of 693 communities in NJ
  • Food and Dining A

    Value for Price A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    6.0
    Brookdale Senior Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 1999 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in New Jersey

    Employee Staff B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Brookdale West Orange has received a mix of reviews from residents and their families, highlighting both positive experiences and areas of concern. Many have praised the facility for its caring and attentive staff, with specific commendations for the director and other staff members for their responsiveness, communication, and the quality of care provided. The facility has been described as clean, with good food and a variety of activities that foster a strong community spirit. The memory care unit, in particular, has been noted for its extraordinary care.

    However, there have been some negative experiences reported as well. Concerns include difficulties in contacting the facility, with reports of unanswered calls and a lack of responsiveness to service requests. One review detailed a negative experience regarding the care of a relative, mentioning issues with cleanliness, resident care, and overall management. Another review expressed frustration with changes in executive directors and inconsistencies in service delivery.

    Despite these concerns, many families have expressed satisfaction with the level of care provided to their loved ones, noting that the staff often goes above and beyond. The facility has been described as offering good value, with residents feeling safe and happy. Events and social activities have been highlighted as positive aspects, contributing to the well-being of the residents.

    Overall, while there are areas for improvement, many reviews reflect a positive experience with Brookdale West Orange, emphasizing the dedication of the staff and the quality of care provided.


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    Health

    Medication Management

    Wellness Center

    Skilled Nursing

    Alzheimer's and Dementia Care

    Therapy Room

    Personal Care


    Services

    Daily Check-In System


    Activities

    Weekly Menu Chats

    Game Room

    Theatre

    Walking Paths

    Engaging Activities

    Music


    Community Amenities

    Library

    Beauty/Barber Shop

    Courtyard and Garden

    Landscaped Grounds

    On-Site Beauty Salon

    Patio


    Room Amenities

    Flat Screen TV

    Microwave

    Refrigerator

    Emergency Alert System

    Telephone

    Basic Utilities


    Dining

    Restaurant-Style Dining

    Private Dining Room

    Community Kitchen

    Dementia-Friendly Menu Choices

    Special Dietary Menus

    Café/Bistro


    Transportation

    Transportation Services

    Parking - Surface


    Pet

    Pet-Friendly



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is West Orange which is 1.3 miles away and has a population of 48,131 (mid sized town).
    • The average income is $112,909, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 80
      • Low Temperature: 33
      • Average Temperature: 56.6
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 143 days of rain, 27 days of snow and 194 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.3 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 2.87 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.46 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.88 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.01 incidents per 100 people

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    Supermarkets

    ShopRite
    0.6 miles away
    Whole Foods Market
    1.3 miles away
    Shoprite
    2.4 miles away
    Eden Gourmet
    2.7 miles away
    Albazar
    2.8 miles away

    Transportation

    Highland Avenue
    1.5 miles away
    Orange
    1.6 miles away
    Mountain Station
    2.1 miles away
    Brick Church
    2.4 miles away
    South Orange
    2.8 miles away

    Bus Stations

    18180
    2.3 miles away
    18173
    2.3 miles away
    E. Orange–Veteran’s Hospital
    2.4 miles away
    Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard at Prospect Street
    2.4 miles away
    Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard at Lincoln Street
    2.5 miles away

    Banks

    Kearny Federal Savings
    1.2 miles away
    Garden State Community Bank
    2.1 miles away
    Investors Bank
    2.8 miles away
    Chase
    2.8 miles away
    TD Bank
    2.8 miles away

    Hospitals

    Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation
    1.0 miles away
    VA New Jersey Health Care System
    2.4 miles away
    Saint Barnabas Medical Center
    2.8 miles away
    Inglemoor Rehabilitation & Care Center
    3.0 miles away
    East Orange General Hospital
    3.1 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS
    1.2 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    2.8 miles away
    Rite Aid
    2.8 miles away
    Walgreens
    3.2 miles away
    Terry's Drugs
    3.2 miles away

    Dentists

    Montclair South Dental Associates
    2.1 miles away
    Papasikos Orthodontist
    3.0 miles away
    Sorina Dental Office
    5.9 miles away
    Glamorous Smile Dental Spa
    5.9 miles away
    Associates In Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    6.0 miles away

    Parks

    Grove Park
    0.4 miles away
    Thomas Edison National Historical Park
    0.8 miles away
    Mayor James J Sheeran Park
    1.0 miles away
    Dinosaur Playground
    1.0 miles away
    West Orange
    1.1 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Saint Paul's Chapel
    13.9 miles away
    Church of Saint Paul the Apostle
    14.2 miles away
    Congregation Sherith Israel
    14.6 miles away
    Saint Patrick’s Cathedral
    14.8 miles away
    Midland Park Christian Reformed Church
    15.2 miles away

    Shopping

    Lackawanna Plaza
    2.8 miles away
    Stop & Shop Plaza
    3.7 miles away
    Livingston Mall
    5.1 miles away
    Kearny Commons
    5.3 miles away
    Mall at Short Hills
    6.3 miles away

    Culture

    South Orange Performing Arts Center
    2.8 miles away
    The Wellmont Theatre
    2.8 miles away
    Essex Fine Arts Gallery
    2.8 miles away
    Gallery 51
    2.8 miles away
    The Meatlocker
    2.8 miles away

    Restaurants

    Star Tavern
    1.6 miles away
    Mark and Julie Homemade Ice Cream
    1.7 miles away
    The Manor
    1.9 miles away
    McLoone's Boathouse
    1.9 miles away
    Amore Pizza
    2.1 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of NJ. It is a large-sized community with 116 total beds.

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