Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Brookdale West Orange
Settling in the tranquil neighborhood of Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ, Brookdale West Orange is a remarkable senior living community providing assisted living and memory care. Featuring meticulously-designed and pet-friendly floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments, the community promises a relaxing and safe residence. Don’t worry about maintenance and security as a kind and dedicated team is available onsite 24/7.
Brookdale West Orange strives to improve the seniors’ quality of life, orchestrating daily events and activities. Watch a movie with friends or join the fitness classes, residents experience what makes them happy. Interact with the community over delectable and nutritious meals. The community provides wonderful amenities including a theater, a fitness center, a salon, a library, a game room, a cafe, and serene walking paths.
Community insights.
About this community
Brookdale West Orange is legally operated by Brookdale West Orange, and administered by Lynda Gaspard-Craan.
Officers
Brea Emeritus LLC
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 0 deficiencies 3 inspections 4 complaint investigations
Inspection Scorecard
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• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NJ Average | vs. NJ Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 0 | 21 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0 vs. NJ avg 21).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | NJ Average | vs. NJ Avg |
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Total inspections
| 3 | 9 | 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 |
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Complaint investigations
| 4 | 3 | This facility has had 33% more complaint investigations than the New Jersey average (4 vs. NJ avg 3). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 33% more |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 301 / 435
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Rooms Available
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale West Orange
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0.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from West Orange's city center to Brookdale West Orange's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.73 miles to nearest hospital (University Hospital)
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Compare Assisted Living around West Orange
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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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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.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Brighton Gardens of West Orange | AL MC RC | West Orange (Pleasantdale) | 132
Facility
132
NJ AVG
121
Rank
#130 / 422 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#234 / 484 | Studio / 1 Bed | Brighton Gardens Of West Orange | Ms. Irania Vargas |
65.9%
Facility
65.9%
NJ AVG
74.6%
Rank
#253 / 343 | - | 3 | 3
Facility
3
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#244 / 411 | 1
Facility
1
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#110 / 409 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#113 / 409 |
| Green Hill | AL IL MC NH SNF | West Orange | 127
Facility
127
NJ AVG
121
Rank
#145 / 422 | No |
50
Facility
50
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#207 / 484 | - | - | Mr. Moshe Birnbaum |
67.7%
Facility
67.7%
NJ AVG
74.6%
Rank
#242 / 343 | - | 11 | 3
Facility
3
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#244 / 411 | 43
Facility
43
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#365 / 409 | 3.9
Facility
3.9
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#346 / 409 |
| Brookdale West Orange | AL MC | West Orange | 116
Facility
116
NJ AVG
121
Rank
#190 / 422 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#275 / 484 | Studio / 1 Bed | Brookdale West Orange | Lynda Gaspard-Craan | - | A+ | 3 | 4
Facility
4
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#318 / 411 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 409 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 409 |
| The Cliffs at Eagle Rock | AL | West Orange | 85
Facility
85
NJ AVG
121
Rank
#309 / 422 | No |
50
Facility
50
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#207 / 484 | - | - | Ms. Leni De Guzman |
87.1%
Facility
87.1%
NJ AVG
74.6%
Rank
#83 / 343 | - | 2 | 2
Facility
2
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#164 / 411 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 409 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 409 |
| Green Hill Senior Living and Rehabilitation | AL IL MC NH SNF | West Orange | 48
Facility
48
NJ AVG
121
Rank
#389 / 422 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#362 / 484 | - | Green Hill | Ms. Anna Chbihi | - | - | 5 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 411 | 27
Facility
27
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#304 / 409 | 5.4
Facility
5.4
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#388 / 409 |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey
Brookdale West Orange is located in West Orange, New Jersey.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale West Orange
Is Brookdale West Orange in a walkable area?
Brookdale West Orange has a walk score of 39. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Brookdale West Orange?
According to NJ state health department records, Brookdale West Orange's license number is 30A001.
How long has Brookdale West Orange been in business?
Brookdale West Orange has been operating for approximately 48 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Does Brookdale West Orange have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale West Orange on this page.
Are pets allowed at Brookdale West Orange?
Yes, Brookdale West Orange allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Brookdale West Orange?
Lynda Gaspard-Craan is the administrator of Brookdale West Orange.
How many beds does Brookdale West Orange have?
Brookdale West Orange has 116 beds.
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