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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Mahwah, NJ

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From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Mahwah for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 50 assisted living facilities in the Mahwah area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in Mahwah, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Mahwah is $7,355 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ringwood, NJ with an average of $7,108 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mahwah, NJ vs. nearby cities

Mahwah, NJ
$7,355/mo
$7,460/mo
$7,377/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mahwah, NJ vs. the state and national average

Mahwah, NJ
$7,355/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mahwah vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$7,355/mo
$7,432/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Mahwah, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,957/mo
Studio
$7,049/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,876/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,850/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mahwah, NJ

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Mahwah.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mahwah

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mahwah

The Chelsea at Sparta

4.4
I would recommend the facility to others. I'm very hands on with my folks- so I know I personally make the experience better for them (I take laundry home 6 days a week because of my dads incontinence). The meals have actually gotten somewhat better as of late- they get their meals brought up to ...
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Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne

5.0
Although the expenence of needing to make this transition was not ideal, my experience w/ Arden easier than anticipated. Every single person I Interacted w/ was pleasent and I truly feel my great aunt is getting the best care possible. EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS.

Sunrise of Mountain Lakes

4.9
I thought the facility was always and clean and looking great. The staff was always present and they took care of my mother very well. I would recommend Sunrise of Mountain Lakes to others looking.

Mahwah review score based on 186 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 186 reviews of 47 Mahwah assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mahwah review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Mahwah review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Mahwah, NJ47 facilities
8.4
Ramsey, NJ61 facilities
8.4
Allendale, NJ62 facilities

Review subcategories for Mahwah assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 186 reviews of 47 Mahwah assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mahwah resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Mahwah, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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*Learn more about cost details

Mahwah assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mahwah assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mahwah, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Mahwah assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Mahwah that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mahwah, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.8%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.8%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.2%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.2%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.6%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.1%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.2%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.9%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.7%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mahwah assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Mahwah Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mahwah, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.8%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.1%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.9%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.4%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mahwah assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mahwah partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mahwah, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52.9%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.9%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
52.9%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.1%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.6%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Mahwah assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mahwah communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mahwah, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.3%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.2%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.5%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mahwah assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Mahwah offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mahwah, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.8%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.9%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.9%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.2%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.9%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.8%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
54.9%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
43.1%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.6%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.9%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mahwah

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New Jersey assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Mahwah protect seniors.

Learn about New Jersey Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 50 assisted living facilities near Mahwah, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Mahwah, New Jersey are Yorktown Assisted Living Residence, Brighton Gardens of Florham Park and Fellowship Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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