The Chelsea at Fairlawn
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Fair Lawn, NJ
The Chelsea at Fairlawn
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Fair Lawn, NJ
The Chelsea at Fairlawn is a senior living community in Bergen County, supplying independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Nestled in Fair Lawn with a Walk Score of 79, it sits in a highly walkable neighborhood where most errands can be run on foot. The 74-bed facility is housed in a three-story building with studio, suite, one-, and two-bedroom selections.
The Chelsea at Fairlawn is administered by Melissa Holden and operates under The Chelsea At Fair Lawn. It’s designed around open accessibility to all amenities and services, and floor plans are tailored to handle residents’ varying needs. On-site medical professionals address health concerns, providing care continuity without needing outside trips. Daily life here includes wellness opportunities and an array of social activities: music, games, and group trips, giving occupants the chance to engage and connect. The facility aims to foster personal care and social connection in a secure environment.
Some safety system needs have been identified by state inspections, particularly around emergency communications, fire protection systems, and kitchen equipment readiness. These are typical areas of focus during initial licensing and ongoing oversight in the assisted living setting.
If The Chelsea at Fairlawn is considered by families, they may want to discuss the set of housing options and how it tailors care and programming to individual needs during an on-site tour.
74-bed community Rank #449 / 560Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 449th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 79 / 100 Rank #95 / 638Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 95th 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
License Number25258
The Chelsea at Fairlawn is legally operated by The Chelsea At Fair Lawn, and administered by Melissa Holden.
Officers
Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility
Fairlawn Investor Group, Tc Fair Lawn Member LLC
Assisted Living
74 units
Total beds
74 units
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 2023 · 3 years of data
4 deficiencies
1 inspection
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 2023 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than New Jersey average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (100% above) 1 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (78% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (100% above) 1 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (78% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NJ Average | vs. NJ Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 4 | 18 | This facility has 78% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (4 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 78% better |
|
Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 4 | 2 | This facility has 100% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (4 vs. NJ avg 2).↑ 100% worse |
Deficiency breakdown
Per-category split of the 4 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.
Per-category split of the 4 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.
4
Routine deficiencies
NJ avg: 18.0
Inspections
| This Facility | NJ Average | vs. NJ Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 1 | 9 | This facility has had 89% fewer total inspections than the New Jersey average (1 vs. NJ avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 89% fewer |
|
Routine inspections
Scheduled licensing inspections conducted on a regular cycle, separate from visits triggered by a complaint.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has had 75% fewer routine inspections than the New Jersey average (1 vs. NJ avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 75% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- September 12, 2023 inspection found 4 deficiencies including missing elevator emergency communications, inadequate fire sprinkler coverage, lack of refrigerators in 3 units, and no Class K fire extinguisher in the kitchen.
- Deficiencies focused on safety systems and resident amenities, indicating incomplete readiness for occupancy at initial licensing.
- No complaints or citations were reported after the initial inspection, and no follow-up inspections have been documented.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Rooms Available
1 Bed
1
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Chelsea at Fairlawn
Places of interest near The Chelsea at Fairlawn
0.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fair Lawn's city center to The Chelsea at Fairlawn's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.81 miles to nearest hospital (St. Joseph's University Medical Center)
Calculate Travel Distance to The Chelsea at Fairlawn
Add your location
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in New Jersey
The Chelsea at Fairlawn is located in Fair Lawn, New Jersey.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Jersey.
More homes from the same operator
Operated by
Chelsea Senior Living
Frequently Asked Questions about The Chelsea at Fairlawn
Is The Chelsea at Fairlawn in a walkable area?
The Chelsea at Fairlawn has a walk score of 79. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of The Chelsea at Fairlawn?
According to NJ state health department records, The Chelsea at Fairlawn's license number is 25258.
When does The Chelsea at Fairlawn's license expire?
According to NJ state health department records, The Chelsea at Fairlawn's license expires on September 30, 2026.
Are pets allowed at The Chelsea at Fairlawn?
Yes, The Chelsea at Fairlawn allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of The Chelsea at Fairlawn?
Melissa Holden is the administrator of The Chelsea at Fairlawn.
How many beds does The Chelsea at Fairlawn have?
The Chelsea at Fairlawn has 74 beds.
Are there photos of The Chelsea at Fairlawn?
Yes — there are 4 photos of The Chelsea at Fairlawn in the photo gallery on this page.
Guides for Better Senior Living
Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area
Assisted Living Explorer
Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now
The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It
Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance
Updated on
