Brookdale West Orange
Assisted Living & Memory Care · West Orange, NJ
Brookdale West Orange
Assisted Living & Memory Care · West Orange, NJ
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.
116-bed community Rank #290 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 290th out of 560 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Jersey that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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.
48 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 39 / 100 Rank #367 / 638Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 367th out of 638 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New Jersey that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026 Expires in 21 days
License Number30A001
Brookdale West Orange is legally operated by Brookdale West Orange, and administered by Lynda Gaspard-Craan.
Officers
Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility
Brea Emeritus LLC
Assisted Living
116 units
Total beds
116 units
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Steven Swain, Executive Vice President (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes
Transportation
Library
Café/Bistro
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Private Dining Room
Game Room
Theatre
Walking Paths
Landscaped Grounds
Community Kitchen
ActivitiesResidents can participate in various activities including gardening, painting, and fitness classes
Specific ProgramsGardening Society, Veterans Club, Book Club, Music Circle, Culinary Explorers Group, tai chi, B-Fit fitness class, chair yoga, baking club, karaoke
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT
Assisted Living$5,840 per month
Memory Care$9,320 per month
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
4 inspections
3 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
Overall vs. NJ average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 At Avg
Metrics at New Jersey average:
• Complaint investigations (at NJ avg) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Complaint investigations (at NJ avg) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
November 19, 2025
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 had 56% fewer total inspections than the New Jersey average (4 vs. NJ avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 56% fewer |
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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 |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- December 5, 2022 complaint survey found the facility in substantial compliance with COVID-19 infection control regulations and CDC recommended practices.
- December 31, 2020 infection control survey found no deficiencies related to COVID-19 preparation or compliance with state regulations.
- No deficiencies or complaints were reported in the November 19, 2025 privacy notice review by NJDHSS.
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
1 / 4
Studio
1
301 sq. ft
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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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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.
| Brighton Gardens of West Orange | AL MC RC | West Orange (Pleasantdale) | 132
Facility
132
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#187 / 560 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#318 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed | Brighton Gardens Of West Orange | Ms. Irania Vargas | 65.9% | - | 4 | 3
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NJ AVG
3
Rank
#230 / 422 | 1
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NJ AVG
18
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NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#113 / 413 |
| Green Hill | AL IL MC NH SNF | West Orange | 127
Facility
127
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#211 / 560 | No |
50
Facility
50
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#284 / 638 | - | - | Mr. Moshe Birnbaum | 67.7% | - | 12 | 0
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0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#290 / 422 | 30
Facility
30
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#304 / 413 | 2.5
Facility
2.5
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#258 / 413 |
| Brookdale West Orange | AL MC | West Orange (Prospect Avenue) | 116
Facility
116
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#290 / 560 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#367 / 638 | Studio / 1 Bed | Brookdale West Orange | Lynda Gaspard-Craan | 0 | A+ | 4 | 3
Facility
3
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#230 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
| The Cliffs at Eagle Rock | AL | West Orange | 85
Facility
85
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#428 / 560 | No |
50
Facility
50
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#284 / 638 | - | - | Ms. Leni De Guzman | 87.1% | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 422 | -
Facility
-
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#1 / 413 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#1 / 413 |
| Green Hill Senior Living and Rehabilitation | AL IL MC NH SNF | West Orange (Pleasant Valley Way) | 48
Facility
48
NJ AVG
125
Rank
#519 / 560 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
NJ AVG
47
Rank
#476 / 638 | - | Green Hill | Ms. Anna Chbihi | 0 | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
NJ AVG
3
Rank
#154 / 422 | 27
Facility
27
NJ AVG
18
Rank
#290 / 413 | 13.5
Facility
13.5
NJ AVG
2.0
Rank
#411 / 413 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale West Orange
What neighborhood is Brookdale West Orange in?
Brookdale West Orange is in the Prospect Avenue neighborhood of West Orange.
Is Brookdale West Orange in a walkable area?
Brookdale West Orange has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. 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.
When does Brookdale West Orange's license expire?
According to NJ state health department records, Brookdale West Orange's license expires on July 31, 2026.
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.
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