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Sunrise at West Essex
Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Memory Care · Fairfield, NJ
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Sunrise at West Essex

Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Memory Care · Fairfield, NJ
47 W Greenbrook Rd, Fairfield, NJ 07004 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Sunrise at West Essex

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Located conveniently in Fairfield, NJ, Sunrise at West Essex offers exceptional Assisted Living and Memory Care services along with Short Term stays and Hospice Coordination. Residents here enjoy a vibrant community where their wellness is a top priority. Whether you prefer engaging activities or moments of peaceful reflection, Sunrise at West Essex caters to your preferences. With an award-winning team dedicated to enriching experiences, you can savor delicious meals and participate in clubs and interest groups tailored to your passions. The community’s proximity to New York City provides easy access to world-class attractions, adding to the enriching lifestyle offered.

Sunrise at West Essex is committed to providing a fulfilling life for its residents. With a mission focused on excellence, the community offers diverse amenities and programs such as themed dinners, happy hours, religious services, and signature programs like Live With Artistry and Live With Learning. Recognized for its outstanding performance with multiple Sunrise awards and a Bronze National Quality Award by AHCA/NCAL, Sunrise at West Essex ensures that every resident enjoys a fun, engaging, and fulfilling senior living experience.

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Bed community size
98-bed community Rank #390 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 390th 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.
Walk Score
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.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
63%
Rank #375 / 478Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 375th out of 478 homes in New Jersey for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 478. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Lower than the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
62 / 98
Average occupied beds in New Jersey homes 119 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License Number30a003

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sunrise at West Essex is legally operated by Sunrise Assisted Living At West Essex, and administered by Ms. Maryssa Seminerio.

Officers

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

Msh Operating, LLC, Welltower INC, Holdco LLC Welltower Trs

Type Of Units

Assisted Living
98 units
Total beds
98 units

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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 2021 · 5 years of data 3 deficiencies 3 inspections 1 complaint investigation

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 2021 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 3 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (83% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (50% below)
• Complaint investigations (67% 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. 318 This facility has 83% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (3 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 83% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 12 This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1 vs. NJ avg 2).↓ 50% 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.
2 Routine deficiencies NJ avg: 18.0
1 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
Routine inspections Info Scheduled licensing inspections conducted on a regular cycle, separate from visits triggered by a complaint. 24 This facility has had 50% fewer routine inspections than the New Jersey average (2 vs. NJ avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators. 13 This facility has 67% fewer complaint investigations than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1 vs. NJ avg 3).↓ 67% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • November 11, 2022 inspection found the facility fully compliant with infection control regulations and CDC COVID-19 practices, with no deficiencies or complaints noted.
  • March 8, 2021 survey identified two deficiencies for failure to screen residents during Phase 0 reopening and lack of documented pneumococcal vaccination offers.
  • The record shows improvement from 2021 deficiencies to full compliance by 2022, with no substantiated complaints reported in either survey.
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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Type of Rooms Available

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Address 2.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Fairfield's city center to Sunrise at West Essex's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 6 miles to nearest hospital (St. Joseph's University Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey

Sunrise at West Essex is located in Fairfield, 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.
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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.
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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
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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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunrise at West Essex

Who is the owner of Sunrise at West Essex?

Sunrise at West Essex is legally operated by Sunrise Assisted Living At West Essex, and administered by Ms. Maryssa Seminerio.

Is Sunrise at West Essex in a walkable area?

Sunrise at West Essex 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 Sunrise at West Essex?

According to NJ state health department records, Sunrise at West Essex's license number is 30a003.

When does Sunrise at West Essex's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Sunrise at West Essex's license expires on December 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Sunrise at West Essex?

Sunrise at West Essex's occupancy is 63%.

Are pets allowed at Sunrise at West Essex?

Yes, Sunrise at West Essex allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Sunrise at West Essex?

Ms. Maryssa Seminerio is the administrator of Sunrise at West Essex.

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