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Brightview Paramus
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Paramus, NJ
Front entrance of Brightview Paramus with landscaping Dining area with tables set for meals Cozy lounge area with comfortable seating Cozy common area with resident seating

Brightview Paramus

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Paramus, NJ
396 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Brightview Paramus

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Enjoy all the finest things in life during your retirement years at Brightview Paramus, a vibrant senior living community in Paramus, NJ, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Indulge in the comfort and privacy of lovely accommodations with large windows for lots of natural light and designed to accommodate individual lifestyle in mind. Residents enjoy the safety and security of having security-controlled entrances and trained team members on site 24 hours a day.

Committed to creating a nurturing environment that encourages activity and fulfilling living experience, the community offers a broad range of regularly conducted activities, classes, and events, as well as a plethora of enjoyable amenities. The community offers a variety of beautiful common areas for relaxation, entertainment, and connections, such as a cozy fireplace, arts, crafts and hobbies room, a well-curated library, fitness center, game areas, and full-service salon. With its exquisite culinary team that prepares delicious and nutritional menus that cater to individual needs and tastes, the community ensures residents enjoy a fun and lovely dining experience.

Facility Direct Line (201) 957-5300
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Capacity and availability

Residents per day
55
Bed community size
90-bed community Rank #415 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 415th out of 560 homes we track in New Jersey for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New Jersey facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Jersey that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 36 / 100 Rank #402 / 628Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 402nd out of 628 homes we track in New Jersey for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across New Jersey facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Jersey that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
61%
Rank #385 / 463Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 385th out of 463 homes we track in New Jersey for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 463. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in New Jersey that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
55 / 90
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

Awards

Best Workplace in Aging Services
U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Senior Living Ratings

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationNovember 30, 2026
License Number02A020
AccreditationsNational Quality Award Recipient

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brightview Paramus is legally operated by Brightview Paramus, and administered by Shyla Cramsey.

Officers

Info Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility

Living Vi LLC Shelter Senior

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
90 units
Total beds
90 units

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
Specific ProgramsEnhanced Care

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Inspection History

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.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 3 deficiencies 3 inspections 3 complaint investigations

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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.

Since 2020 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (86% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (43% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNJ Averagevs. NJ Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 321 This facility has 86% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (3 vs. NJ avg 21).↓ 86% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.01.76 This facility has 43% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1 vs. NJ avg 1.76).↓ 43% better
Deficiency breakdown Info Per-category split of the 3 deficiencies recorded across all inspections. Counts are compared against the New Jersey state average for each category. A green dot means this facility is below the state average for that category; an amber dot means it is above.
3 Complaint deficiencies NJ avg: 5.0

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNJ Averagevs. NJ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 39 This facility has had 67% fewer total inspections than the New Jersey average (3 vs. NJ avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 67% fewer
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 33 This facility has complaint investigations in line with the New Jersey average (3 vs. NJ avg 3).— At avg
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Managed by Katie A

Community Executive Director

Over 10 years of experience

Katie A. is the Community Executive Director at Brightview Paramus. She joined Brightview over 10 years ago, starting as a concierge and progressing through several community director roles. Katie now leads the community with extensive experience and a deep commitment to vibrant senior living.

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Address 1.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Paramus's city center to Brightview Paramus's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Bristal at Englewood
AL
IL
MC
Englewood
288
Facility 288
NJ AVG 125
Rank #13 / 560
Yes
71
Facility 71
NJ AVG 48
Rank #151 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedThe Bristal At EnglewoodMs. Tiffany Nelson
40.6%
Facility 40.6%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #451 / 463
5
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 3
Rank #87 / 414
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 412
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 412
The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake
AL
MC
Woodcliff Lake
160
Facility 160
NJ AVG 125
Rank #122 / 560
Yes
41
Facility 41
NJ AVG 48
Rank #353 / 628
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedThe Bristal At Woodcliff LakeTaylor Bookman
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #184 / 463
7
4
Facility 4
NJ AVG 3
Rank #321 / 414
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 18
Rank #134 / 412
0.3
Facility 0.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #115 / 412
Brightview Tenafly
AL
MC
Tenafly
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 125
Rank #236 / 560
Yes
67
Facility 67
NJ AVG 48
Rank #179 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrightview TenaflyMs. Alnica Moore
61.7%
Facility 61.7%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #380 / 463
4
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 3
Rank #247 / 414
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 412
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 412
The Actors Fund Home
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Englewood
107
Facility 107
NJ AVG 125
Rank #342 / 560
No
95
Facility 95
NJ AVG 48
Rank #11 / 628
--Mr. Jordan Strohl
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #143 / 463
11
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 3
Rank #87 / 414
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 18
Rank #292 / 412
2.2
Facility 2.2
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #259 / 412
Brightview Paramus
AL
IL
MC
Paramus
90
Facility 90
NJ AVG 125
Rank #415 / 560
Yes
36
Facility 36
NJ AVG 48
Rank #402 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrightview ParamusShyla Cramsey
61.1%
Facility 61.1%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #385 / 463
3
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 3
Rank #247 / 414
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #156 / 412
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #167 / 412
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey

Brightview Paramus is located in Paramus, New Jersey.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Jersey.

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Managed Long Term Services and Supports

NJ Medicaid MLTSS

Age 65+ or disabled
General New Jersey resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NJ

High urban demand; managed care model.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Medical services

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

NJ JACC

Age 60+
General New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
NJ

Higher asset limit; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Home modifications (~$1,000 avg.)

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)

New Jersey PAAD

Age 65+
General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142/year (individual), ~$49,209/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Copays $5 (generic), $7 (brand); covers Part D premiums up to benchmark.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction ($500-$1,000/year savings) Premium assistance ($20/month above benchmark)

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

New Jersey Senior Gold

Age 65+
General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142-$52,142/year (individual), ~$49,209-$59,209/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Copays $15 + 50% of remaining cost; no premium assistance.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (~$300-$800/year savings)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Jersey Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NJ resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NJ

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)

New Jersey Senior Freeze

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year
General NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.
Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year combined household, projected
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
NJ

Combines with ANCHOR/Stay NJ via PAS-1; annual application.

Benefits
Tax reimbursement (~$500-$2,000/year) for increases since base year

ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)

New Jersey ANCHOR

Age 65+ prioritized
General NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Combines with Senior Freeze/Stay NJ; broader than prior Homestead program.

Benefits
Tax relief (~$700-$1,500/year homeowners, ~$250-$450 renters)

Stay NJ

New Jersey Stay NJ

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year
General NJ resident, homeowner, lived in home 10+ years.
Income Limits (2025) ~$500,000/year projected, subject to final regs
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
NJ

Up to 50% tax credit (max $6,500); phased implementation.

Benefits
Tax credit (~$3,000-$6,500/year, projected) starting 2026

Universal Service Fund (USF)

New Jersey Universal Service Fund

Age 65+ prioritized
General NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
NJ

Must owe >$25 on bill; combines with LIHEAP if eligible.

Benefits
Bill credits (~$300-$1,500/year) to cap energy costs at 6% of income

NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NJ resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NJ

21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

New Jersey VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NJ resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NJ

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Brightview Paramus

Is Brightview Paramus in a walkable area?

Brightview Paramus has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Brightview Paramus?

According to NJ state health department records, Brightview Paramus's license number is 02A020.

When does Brightview Paramus's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Brightview Paramus's license expires on November 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Brightview Paramus?

Brightview Paramus's occupancy is 61%.

Are pets allowed at Brightview Paramus?

Yes, Brightview Paramus allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Brightview Paramus?

Shyla Cramsey is the administrator of Brightview Paramus.

How many beds does Brightview Paramus have?

Brightview Paramus has 90 beds.

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