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

The average cost of assisted living in Essex County is $4,875 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,500. Cheaper nearby regions include Richmond County with an average starting cost of $4,403.

To help you with your search, browse the 138 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Essex County. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Essex County 4.0 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Union County with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Caring.com has helped 9 families in Essex County find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about assisted living options and costs in Essex County, call (855) 863-8283.

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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

37 reviews (37)

"My mother is in the assisted living level of Brookdale West Orange. We selected them because we also had another family member in the Alzheimer's section and we got good reviews from them. She..." More

"My mother is in the assisted living level of Brookdale West Orange. We selected them because we also had another family member in the Alzheimer's section and we got good reviews from them. She..." More

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Caring Star 2016

Brighton Gardens of West Orange

Provides: Assisted Living

220 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052

20 reviews (20)

"My uncle moved into Brighton Gardens of West Orange. They've been very good. After settling in we have established a line of communication, and they've been willing to work with us and keep us..." More

Please ask about our April Special Incentives! Ends in 7 days

"My uncle moved into Brighton Gardens of West Orange. They've been very good. After settling in we have established a line of communication, and they've been willing to work with us and keep us..." More

Please ask about our April Special Incentives! Ends in 7 days

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Caring Star 2017

Arbor Terrace Roseland

Provides: Assisted Living

345 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ 07068

"My aunt moved into Arbor Terrace Roseland Senior Living a month ago. Everything has been very good. Theyre very accommodating and work with you wonderfully. The place is very bright, cheerful,..." More

"My aunt moved into Arbor Terrace Roseland Senior Living a month ago. Everything has been very good. Theyre very accommodating and work with you wonderfully. The place is very bright, cheerful,..." More

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Sunrise of West Essex

Provides: Assisted Living

47 Greenbrook, Fairfield, NJ 07004

16 reviews (16)

"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

Please ask about our April Special Incentives! Ends in 7 days

"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

Please ask about our April Special Incentives! Ends in 7 days

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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 May...

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

"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

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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 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

12 reviews (12)

"Careone is a great Assisted Living community. A family friend has lived in the community for quite a number of years. Careone happened to be the only community that would allow my friends..." More

"Careone is a great Assisted Living community. A family friend has lived in the community for quite a number of years. Careone happened to be the only community that would allow my friends..." 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

"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 Waterview Center

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 confin... Read more

Donna
Review of Care One At Livingston

Patients are basically left in bed all day except for designated PT. On Day One everyone comes out an greets the new patient. The first night though, no one checked on my mom for 12 hours (she ke... Read more

AnthonyO
Review of Green Hill

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 l... Read more

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