The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Essex County, NJ for 2021

The average cost of assisted living in Essex County is $4,776 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,500. Cheaper nearby regions include Kings County with an average starting cost of $3,022.

To help you with your search, browse the 143 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Essex County. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Essex County 4.1 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Bergen County with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

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Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in Essex County, NJ

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Brookdale West Orange

Provides: Assisted Living

520 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052

34 reviews (34)

"Brookdale West Orange was very pleasurable. Jillian was very nice, very personable, knowledgeable, and friendly. Overall, I thought it was very nice, clean, and was very impressive. The apartments..." More

Seasons change, but your rates don't have to. Move-in by October 31, 2021, and lock in your month... (more) Ends in 8 days

"Brookdale West Orange was very pleasurable. Jillian was very nice, very personable, knowledgeable, and friendly. Overall, I thought it was very nice, clean, and was very impressive. The apartments..." More

Seasons change, but your rates don't have to. Move-in by October 31, 2021, and lock in your month... (more) Ends in 8 days

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Caring Star 2016

Brighton Gardens of West Orange

Provides: Assisted Living

220 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052

24 reviews (24)

"Brighton Gardens of West Orange was very, very nice. I liked the layout, it was clean, and the people were friendly. I was taken away by the fact that the grounds were clean and immaculate, the..." More

"Brighton Gardens of West Orange was very, very nice. I liked the layout, it was clean, and the people were friendly. I was taken away by the fact that the grounds were clean and immaculate, the..." More

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Sunrise of West Essex

Provides: Assisted Living

47 Greenbrook, Fairfield, NJ 07004

17 reviews (17)

"Sunrise of West Essex was very nice. I would have been happy having my mother there, but we chose the other Sunrise just because it was closer to me. " More

"Sunrise of West Essex was very nice. I would have been happy having my mother there, but we chose the other Sunrise just because it was closer to me. " More

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Canterbury Village of West Orange

Provides: Assisted Living

33 Mount Pleasant Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052

13 reviews (13)

"Canterbury Village of West Orange is small, and the price was within our price range for long-term care, so we're very pleased. My mother-in-law has met plenty of friends, and they have activities..." More

"Canterbury Village of West Orange is small, and the price was within our price range for long-term care, so we're very pleased. My mother-in-law has met plenty of friends, and they have activities..." More

Spring Hills Livingston - Opening Sep...

Provides: Assisted Living

346 East Cedar Street, Livingston, NJ 07039

"Spring Hills Post Acute Care of Livingston lets patients recover in comfort—all within miles of New York. We’re taking the time to give our space the same level of care we give your loved ones...." More

Community Fee waived and reduced rates on select apartments. Ask for details when you tour! Ends in 8 days

"Spring Hills Post Acute Care of Livingston lets patients recover in comfort—all within miles of New York. We’re taking the time to give our space the same level of care we give your loved ones...." More

Community Fee waived and reduced rates on select apartments. Ask for details when you tour! Ends in 8 days

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Caring Star 2015

Job Haines Home

Provides: Assisted Living

250 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ 07003

12 reviews (12)

"My father spent his last three and a half years here and I am so grateful. They are a caring, compassionate, competent and safe facility. They managed all his late life transitions seamlessly and..." More

"My father spent his last three and a half years here and I am so grateful. They are a caring, compassionate, competent and safe facility. They managed all his late life transitions seamlessly and..." More

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Caring Star 2017

Arbor Terrace Roseland

Provides: Assisted Living

345 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ 07068

13 reviews (13)

"Arbor Terrace Roseland is wonderful, warm and welcoming place where you can feel confident that your loved one is receiving great care. The beautiful grounds are evident upon arrival and the inside..." More

"Arbor Terrace Roseland is wonderful, warm and welcoming place where you can feel confident that your loved one is receiving great care. The beautiful grounds are evident upon arrival and the inside..." More

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Caring Star 2016

The Cliffs At Eagle Rock

Provides: Assisted Living

707 Eagle Rock Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052

12 reviews (12)

"The Administrative Staff, Nurses, Aides, and Activities Directors are wonderful. The staff always tried to address any concerns we had. My mother and I also loved the spacious grounds outside..." More

"The Administrative Staff, Nurses, Aides, and Activities Directors are wonderful. The staff always tried to address any concerns we had. My mother and I also loved the spacious grounds outside..." More

Loving Care Agency

Provides: Assisted Living

24 Commerce St # 1430, Newark, NJ 07102

"They are very well organized and provide you with services needed and fast replacement when needed.. a company you can trutly rely on " More

"They are very well organized and provide you with services needed and fast replacement when needed.. a company you can trutly rely on " More

Walpan Residence for Senior Citizens

Provides: Assisted Living

176 Christopher Street, Montclair, NJ 07042

"I visited Walpan Residence and loved the community. It had very good facilities and was reasonably priced, but they didn't have an opening." More

"I visited Walpan Residence and loved the community. It had very good facilities and was reasonably priced, but they didn't have an opening." More

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Brandywine Living at Livingston

Provides: Assisted Living

369 East Mount Pleasant Avenue, Livingston, NJ ...

"I can't say enough about the smooth and caring transition my mother (and I) experienced at Brandywine Living at Livingston...during a pandemic, nonetheless! Everyone including the directors of..." More

"I can't say enough about the smooth and caring transition my mother (and I) experienced at Brandywine Living at Livingston...during a pandemic, nonetheless! Everyone including the directors of..." More

Green Hill

Provides: Assisted Living

103 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052

"My brother & sister-in-law moved to Green Hill about 9 months ago. Both of them are treated very well. The staff , the nurses, care givers & management cannot do enough to make them feel..." More

"My brother & sister-in-law moved to Green Hill about 9 months ago. Both of them are treated very well. The staff , the nurses, care givers & management cannot do enough to make them feel..." More

Care One At Livingston

Provides: Assisted Living

76 Passaic Avenue, Livingston, NJ 07039

13 reviews (13)

"I would like to highly recommend CareOne at Livingston assisted living where my mom has been for a few months. Her adjustment period has gone very well and the staff is extremely dedicated! ..." More

"I would like to highly recommend CareOne at Livingston assisted living where my mom has been for a few months. Her adjustment period has gone very well and the staff is extremely dedicated! ..." More

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Waterview Center

Provides: Assisted Living

536 Ridge Rd, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009

"Waterview Center is nice. It's not a bad place to be. The only thing I don't like is on account of this virus they're not letting anybody out of their room. You can't go outside. I just feel..." More

"Waterview Center is nice. It's not a bad place to be. The only thing I don't like is on account of this virus they're not letting anybody out of their room. You can't go outside. I just feel..." More

Arbor Glen Center

Provides: Assisted Living

25 E Lindsley Rd, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009

10 reviews (10)

"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, our Clinical Care Teams are focused on implementing..." More

"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, our Clinical Care Teams are focused on implementing..." More

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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Essex County

Review of Sunrise of West Essex

Sunrise of West Essex was a much older place, but it's quaint. It was very limited in space, and there were not a lot of amenities. It was only two floors, so it wasn't a very big facility. The sta... Read more

Richard
Review of Arbor Terrace Roseland

Arbor Terrace Roseland is wonderful, warm and welcoming place where you can feel confident that your loved one is receiving great care. The beautiful grounds are evident upon arrival and the inside... Read more

HJKR
Review of Arbor Terrace Roseland

We moved my mother and her husband to Arbor on June 1. In just a few months, we have come to trust and appreciate the wonderful staff at Arbor Roseland. The two of them go to the in-house movie th... Read more

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