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Nestled in a prime location in West Orange, Brighton Gardens of West Orange offers an inviting atmosphere where residents can indulge in their hobbies and connect with friends and neighbors. This vibrant assisted living and memory care community is brimming with engaging programs and compassionate caregivers, ensuring a dynamic and enriching experience for all. From the well-appointed living and dining areas to the cozy “man cave,” Brighton Gardens of West Orange provides a range of amenities to suit diverse interests.
Their dedicated team members are devoted to delivering personalized care and services. Known as the preferred choice for professional referrals and esteemed by resident families, Brighton Gardens of West Orange has established a stellar reputation in the area.
Lower than the New Jersey average: 77%Brighton Gardens of West Orange is legally operated by Brighton Gardens Of West Orange, and administrated by Ms. Irania Vargas.
Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility
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In New Jersey, the Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing conducts mandatory unannounced surveys to ensure facilities provide safe and effective resident care.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New Jersey state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NJ Average | vs. NJ Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 1 | 18 | This facility has 94% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 94% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 0.2 | 3.6 | This facility has 94% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0.2 vs. NJ avg 3.6).↓ 94% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.3 | 2 | This facility has 85% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0.3 vs. NJ avg 2).↓ 85% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | NJ Average | vs. NJ Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 4 | 9 | This facility has 56% fewer total inspections than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (4 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 56% better |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators.
| 3 | 3 | This facility has complaint investigations in line with the New Jersey average (3 vs. NJ avg 3).— At avg |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
2.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from West Orange's city center to Brighton Gardens of West Orange's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 6.31 miles to nearest hospital (University Hospital)
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Brighton Gardens of West Orange is located in West Orange, New Jersey.
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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.
| Brighton Gardens of West Orange |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | West Orange (Pleasantdale) | 132
Facility
132
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#187 / 561 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#319 / 640 | Studio / 1 Bed | Brighton Gardens Of West Orange | Ms. Irania Vargas |
65.9%
Facility
65.9%
NJ AVG
76.6%
Rank
#342 / 450 | - | 4 | 3
Facility
3
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#254 / 519 | 1
Facility
1
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#113 / 519 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#129 / 519 |
| Brookdale West Orange |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | West Orange (Prospect Avenue) | 116
Facility
116
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#291 / 561 | No |
39
Facility
39
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#368 / 640 | Studio / 1 Bed | Brookdale West Orange | Lynda Gaspard-Craan | - | A+ | 4 | 3
Facility
3
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#254 / 519 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 519 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 519 |
| The Cliffs at Eagle Rock |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | West Orange | 85
Facility
85
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#429 / 561 | No |
50
Facility
50
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#285 / 640 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | Ms. Leni De Guzman |
87.1%
Facility
87.1%
NJ AVG
76.6%
Rank
#136 / 450 | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 519 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 519 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 519 |
| The Chelsea at West Orange |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | West Orange (Pleasantdale) | - | Yes |
61
Facility
61
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#216 / 640 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Canterbury Village West Orange |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | West Orange | - | Yes |
72
Facility
72
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#144 / 640 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Brighton Gardens of West Orange is in the Pleasantdale neighborhood of West Orange.
Brighton Gardens of West Orange has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to NJ state health department records, Brighton Gardens of West Orange's license number is 30A004.
According to NJ state health department records, Brighton Gardens of West Orange's license expires on June 30, 2026.
Brighton Gardens of West Orange's occupancy is 66%.
Ms. Irania Vargas is the administrator of Brighton Gardens of West Orange.
Brighton Gardens of West Orange has 132 beds.
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