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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in West Orange, NJ for 2024

West Orange is a suburb of Newark and a popular commuter suburb for people working in New York. This peaceful city is home to about 47,000 residents, and around 18.4 % of the population are aged 65 and over. Seniors living in West Orange have easy access to the big city conveniences of Newark and New York while enjoying the benefits of suburban life. West Orange has a mild climate and offers four distinct seasons allowing seniors to participate in a variety of outdoor activities throughout the year.

Assisted living facilities provide 24/7 care to seniors who need some help with the activities of daily living. This type of facility is best suited to seniors who can no longer live on their own but don’t require the high level of care offered in a nursing home. Seniors living in West Orange pay an average of $5,991 per month for assisted living, lower than the New Jersey state average of $6,650.

This guide provides a basic overview of assisted living in West Orange, including a brief introduction to care costs, a list of benefits and drawbacks to retiring in West Orange and resources for seniors.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in West Orange

In West Orange, the NJ Department of Health oversees and regulates assisted living facilities. The department issues licenses to assisted living facilities across the state of New Jersey and conducts regular inspections to ensure that all facilities comply with state rules and regulations.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in West Orange

  • West Orange has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and generally mild weather in the spring and fall seasons. The state of New Jersey does experience about three months of cold and snow each year, but the mild weather throughout the rest of the year is perfect for seniors who enjoy outdoor activities. West Orange receives 205 sunny days per year, the same as the U.S. average.
  • The suburb of West Orange has a relatively low crime rate, and in recent years, the area has shown a decrease in all types of crime. However, it is still close to a big city, and crime may be a worry for many seniors in the area. The majority of the assisted living facilities in West Orange have access control and feature 24/7 security systems for the safety of residents. 
  • The Garden State has some of the highest property taxes in the country. As a plus, the state does not tax social security payments and has low taxes on pensions and retirement accounts. This means that seniors living in an assisted living facility, who don’t need to worry about property taxes, will have extra money available to spend on things they enjoy.
  • The ratio of physicians to residents in West Orange is 300 per 100,000 compared to the national average of 210. In addition, the cost of health care is over nine points lower than the national average, which can be beneficial to seniors.
  • Seniors will find plenty of activities in the West Orange area. Public transport in the area is excellent, and seniors can spend their days exploring the cultural delights of New York City or walking along one of the 44 beaches in the state of New Jersey.

Paying for Assisted Living in West Orange

According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020, the average monthly cost of assisted living in West Orange is $5,991, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of $6,650 and over $1,500 more than the national average of $4,300.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The cheapest option in the state is Ocean City, at an average of $4,945 per month. Atlantic City is slightly cheaper than West Orange at an average cost of $5,790 per month. The most expensive city in the state is Trenton, where seniors pay a  monthly average of $7,478 for assisted living.

West Orange

$5,991

New Jersey

$6,650

The United States

$4,300

Ocean City

$4,945

Atlantic City

$5,790

Trenton

$7,478

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors living in West Orange have a choice of senior care options to suit their needs. The cheapest option is adult day care which has a monthly average cost of $1,950. Home care and home health care are good options for seniors wanting to remain in their own homes and both have a monthly average cost of $4,957. Nursing home care has a monthly average cost of $11,771 for a semiprivate room and $12,927 for a private room.

Adult day care

$1,950

Assisted living

$5,991

Home health care

$4,957

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$11,771

Nursing home (private room)

$12,927

Note: Care cost data for West Orange was not available, so data for the closest city, New York, NY, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in West Orange

Assisted living services in West Orange may be covered under the state’s Medicaid Managed Long-Term Services and Supports waiver.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New Jersey page.

Paying for Assisted Living Facilities in New Jersey

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New Jersey page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in West Orange

In the West Orange area, there are a number of free resources provided by government departments and non-profit organizations for the benefit of seniors. These resources may be of interest to seniors considering assisted living options in West Orange. 

ResourceContactService
Department of Senior Services(973) 325-4105The West Orange Department of Senior Services aims to help seniors in the area to live healthy and comfortable lives. The Department offers a range of healthcare classes for seniors and caregivers to promote general health and wellbeing. It hosts several regular activities for seniors, such as group outings, sports days, movie nights and picnics. In addition, it runs the local senior center, which offers a range of classes that may interest seniors, including water aerobics, fitness classes, sewing classes and computer education.
Essex County Senior Services(973) 395-8400The Essex County Senior Services provides a range of services to assist seniors. Some of the programs offered include home-delivered meals for homebound seniors, caregiver assistance, minor home repairs assistance and it runs congregate meal sites around the city. The organization provides ombudsman services to assist those experiencing issues while living in a long-term care facility.
Margulies Senior Center(973) 530-3448The Margulies Senior Center runs social, cultural and recreational activities aimed at seniors aged 65 and older. It caters mainly to Jewish seniors but accepts members of every faith. Activities are offered from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. from Monday to Thursday each week. Some of the activities provided include day and overnight trips, creative writing and fitness classes and educational lectures. A hot lunch is provided each day.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in West Orange

West Orange-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in New Jersey are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New Jersey page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in New Jersey

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Barbara

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Review of Brookdale West Orange

Brookdale West Orange was very nice. I liked everything about it. The staff who assisted me during the tour was very thorough, very nice, and did a great follow-up. We went to see the room to see...

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Errol

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Review of Brookdale West Orange

I will be moving my mother to Brookdale West Orange because it's convenient and clean, and the staff is pretty good and attentive. They have the physical therapy, which is good, transport for the...

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Ramona

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Review of Brookdale West Orange

We toured Brookdale West Orange. The environment was very nice, and it was clean. The welcoming staff was very engaging. The rooms were nice and cozy. It had a very nice and homey feeling. The...

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