
Sunrise of West Essex
Offers Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Assisted Living Reviews for Sunrise of West Essex
August 27, 2019
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May 31, 2019
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October 25, 2015
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January 18, 2015
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October 22, 2014
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July 29, 2014
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March 27, 2014
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September 01, 2013
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September 01, 2013
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August 26, 2013
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October 12, 2012
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April 26, 2012
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February 26, 2012
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Questions about Sunrise of West Essex
What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?
Year long Dementia training and in services as well as CPR training.
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Sunrise of West Essex. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Average age is 85. Love all activities and very active community.
What programs or activities does Sunrise of West Essex offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Health and Wellness programs, Meditation program. Outings on our Sunrise bus to restaurants and shopping. Religious services weekly for all religions.
What places are near Sunrise of West Essex or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Verona Park, Fairfield Library, Shopping Malls, Movie theaters.
What transportation services does Sunrise of West Essex offer to assisted living residents?
Sunrise Bus, Neighborhood Concierge Service, Community and private Transportation.
What makes the chef or dining program at Sunrise of West Essex exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Our chef has longevity in the community. The residents love the variety and our very special Family Night buffets and themed dinners.
What safety features or security measures does Sunrise of West Essex offer to assisted living residents?
Secured memory neighborhood called Reminiscence and 24 hour staff in both Reminiscence and Assisted Living. Medication management program. Very high care levels includes 2 person assist and use of hoyer lifts. Care staff training and longevity at the community.
How does Sunrise of West Essex keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Regular care meetings with families and ongoing communication with families.
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Sunrise of West Essex during daytime and nighttime hours?
Variable staffing to meet every residents individual care plan
If Sunrise of West Essex accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Walking path, front porch, large secured outdoor courtyard. We do accept dogs and cats.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Continued training for all staff and regular in services.
How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?
Staffed according to the care needs of all of our residents 24/7.-Designated Care Manager Program.
What safety features or security measures does Sunrise of West Essex provide to protect residents who wander?
Secured Memory Neighborhood, Life Enrichment Manager to provide one on one and small group activities every day. Sunrise supervised bus trips.
What programs or activities does Sunrise of West Essex offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?
Our "Live with" Programs encompasses every need of our residents.
Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?
Monthly wellness checks and assessments
What techniques does Sunrise of West Essex use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?
We help with feeding if needed, homelike atmosphere, Mechanical Soft and Puree diets.
How does Sunrise of West Essex keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?
Letters home, monthly wellness checks, ongoing monitoring of resident health.
Describe the neighborhood around Sunrise of West Essex. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?
Residential upscale suburban neighborhood.
Is Sunrise of West Essex affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
We use a variety of local well known hospitals.
Services and Amenities of Sunrise of West Essex
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: Yes
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Room Service For Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Resident Transportation
- Coffee Shop
- Party Space
- General Store
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
- Features Extra: Library
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Private Cleaning Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
- Technology Extra: Emergency Call System
Health services
- Hospice Care
- Medication Management
- Physical Therapy
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Book Clubs
- Wii Sports
- Tai Chi
- Fitness Room
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Arts And Crafts
Financial guidance
- Home Sale Assistance
- Va Benefits Consultation
- Financing Advice
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
Languages
- English
General
- Staff Patient Ratio: 5 To 1
Range of services
- Physical Therapy
Training Areas
- Memory Care Training
Licenses
- Licenses: Assisted Living
About Sunrise of West Essex
Focusing on your unique needs and preferences, Sunrise Senior Living takes a holistic approach to senior care. With us, you can expect consistent yet individualized care rooted in evidence based research and theories of aging. From personalized programming to quality dining, we concentrate on your individual wellness and well-being so you can live life exactly how you please.
We remain firmly focused on promoting the safety of our residents, and are taking rigorous measures to help maintain their health during this time. Sunrise CareConnect, our electronic health record system, allows physicians to track residents' care, medication protocol, and progress notes remotely. In addition, we are facilitating telehealth visits with health care providers, minimizing the need for external office visits.At Sunrise, championing quality of life for all seniors is our mission and is carried out by every Sunrise team member. Based on resident surveys, consumer insights, and industry metrics, national programs have recognized Sunrise's efforts and our commitment to quality care.Sunrise communities have earned more than 280 National Quality Awards - more than any other assisted living provider. To learn more about our award winning communities, a full listing of the company's recipients can be found on Sunrise's National Quality Award page.
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