Best Assisted Living in Clifton, NJ

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 28 assisted living communities in Clifton, NJ using NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NJ
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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-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. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Brookdale Wayne
AL
MC
Wayne (Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike)
105
Facility 105
NJ AVG 105
Rank #123 / 253
A+Yes
47
Facility 47
NJ AVG 43
Rank #116 / 283
2 BedBrea Wayne, LLCMs. Ashley Mastroianni
43.8%
Facility 43.8%
NJ AVG 72.9%
Rank #207 / 215
3
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 20
Rank #39 / 251
0.3
Facility 0.3
NJ AVG 3.3
Rank #33 / 245
Van Dyk Park Place
AL
MC
Hawthorne
140
Facility 140
NJ AVG 105
Rank #34 / 253
A-No
70
Facility 70
NJ AVG 43
Rank #49 / 283
-Van Dyk's Senior Residence Of Hawthorne LLCRisa Kory
85.7%
Facility 85.7%
NJ AVG 72.9%
Rank #51 / 215
3
4
Facility 4
NJ AVG 20
Rank #91 / 251
1.3
Facility 1.3
NJ AVG 3.3
Rank #91 / 245
Juniper Village at Paramus
AL
MC
Paramus
140
Facility 140
NJ AVG 105
Rank #34 / 253
ANo
23
Facility 23
NJ AVG 43
Rank #212 / 283
-Juniper Village At Paramus, LLCElizabeth Morocho
87.1%
Facility 87.1%
NJ AVG 72.9%
Rank #40 / 215
5
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 20
Rank #72 / 251
0.6
Facility 0.6
NJ AVG 3.3
Rank #50 / 245
Arbor Terrace Roseland
AL
MC
RC
Roseland
100
Facility 100
NJ AVG 105
Rank #131 / 253
AYes
34
Facility 34
NJ AVG 43
Rank #169 / 283
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedShp V Roseland, LLCMs. Shannon Basile
76.0%
Facility 76.0%
NJ AVG 72.9%
Rank #97 / 215
3
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 20
Rank #57 / 251
0.7
Facility 0.7
NJ AVG 3.3
Rank #54 / 245
Sunrise at West Essex
AL
HOS
MC
Fairfield
98
Facility 98
NJ AVG 105
Rank #149 / 253
AYes
39
Facility 39
NJ AVG 43
Rank #146 / 283
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedWelltower Opco Group LLCMs. Maryssa Seminerio
63.3%
Facility 63.3%
NJ AVG 72.9%
Rank #158 / 215
2
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 20
Rank #39 / 251
0.5
Facility 0.5
NJ AVG 3.3
Rank #40 / 245
CareOne at the Cupola
AL
MC
NH
RC
Paramus
169
Facility 169
NJ AVG 105
Rank #15 / 253
B+No
47
Facility 47
NJ AVG 43
Rank #116 / 283
-Millenium Healthcare Centers, LLCMarlon Zapanta
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
NJ AVG 72.9%
Rank #46 / 215
3
4
Facility 4
NJ AVG 20
Rank #91 / 251
1.3
Facility 1.3
NJ AVG 3.3
Rank #91 / 245
Care One At Wayne – Alr
AL
MC
NH
Wayne (Packanack Lake)
59
Facility 59
NJ AVG 105
Rank #222 / 253
ANo
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 43
Rank #203 / 283
-493 Black Oak Ridge Road, LLCMs. Louisa Del Corpo
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NJ AVG 72.9%
Rank #1 / 215
6
4
Facility 4
NJ AVG 20
Rank #91 / 251
0.7
Facility 0.7
NJ AVG 3.3
Rank #54 / 245
Mira Vie at Montville
AL
IL
MC
RC
Montville (Montville Township)
152
Facility 152
NJ AVG 105
Rank #25 / 253
AYes
30
Facility 30
NJ AVG 43
Rank #187 / 283
Studio / 1 BedMira Vie At Montville Opco LLCAlyson Mulryne
82.2%
Facility 82.2%
NJ AVG 72.9%
Rank #68 / 215
8
9
Facility 9
NJ AVG 20
Rank #150 / 251
1.1
Facility 1.1
NJ AVG 3.3
Rank #87 / 245
Longview, a Christian Health Community
AL
Wyckoff
298
Facility 298
NJ AVG 105
Rank #3 / 253
B+No
13
Facility 13
NJ AVG 43
Rank #252 / 283
Studio / 1 BedChristian Health Care CenterMs. Myrna Gomez
94.6%
Facility 94.6%
NJ AVG 72.9%
Rank #16 / 215
12
39
Facility 39
NJ AVG 20
Rank #246 / 251
3.3
Facility 3.3
NJ AVG 3.3
Rank #200 / 245
Mira Vie at Clifton
AL
IL
MC
RC
Clifton
100
Facility 100
NJ AVG 105
Rank #131 / 253
B+Yes
50
Facility 50
NJ AVG 43
Rank #106 / 283
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedMira Vie At Clifton Opco LLCMs. Stephanie Zimmerman
55.0%
Facility 55.0%
NJ AVG 72.9%
Rank #181 / 215
2
5
Facility 5
NJ AVG 20
Rank #110 / 251
2.5
Facility 2.5
NJ AVG 3.3
Rank #164 / 245

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Overview of Brookdale Wayne

Brookdale Wayne provides assisted living and memory care in Wayne, New Jersey. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community can allow a resident’s support to increase over time without requiring a move.

The community has 105 beds and offers two-bedroom housing. That arrangement may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Starting monthly prices are $5,480 for assisted living and $8,445 for memory care, with the applicable rate based on the care level. Respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Daily life includes watercolor painting classes, trivia tournaments, and themed movie nights. Restaurant-style meals are served in a warm dining room, while a salon and spa, courtyard and garden, transportation, and pets-allowed policies add options and practical support to daily routines. There is plenty to do. A Walk Score of 47 indicates a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for routine errands.

Ms. Ashley Mastroianni serves as the administrator, and Brea Wayne operates the community. Brookdale Wayne may be a good fit for someone who needs assisted living or memory care, including a resident whose needs may grow from one level of care to the other without leaving the community.

$5,480/Month Info Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

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Overview of Van Dyk Park Place

Van Dyk Park Place provides assisted living and memory care in Hawthorne, New Jersey. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community has 140 beds. Its assisted living and memory care options can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Respite care provides a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while short term rehabilitation supports residents during a temporary recovery.

Residents can take part in the Mind, Body & Soul wellness program and scheduled activities including yoga, dance, tai chi, art, and gardening. Physical therapy and spa treatments are also available. With a Walk Score of 70, the area is very walkable, and most errands can be completed on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Risa Kory serves as the administrator, and Van Dyk’s Senior Residence Of Hawthorne operates the community.

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Overview of Juniper Village at Paramus

Juniper Village at Paramus provides assisted living and memory care in Paramus, NJ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

With both care levels available, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time. The community has 140 beds, and Elizabeth Morocho serves as its administrator.

Twenty-four-hour staffing means staff are available around the clock to support residents when needs arise. Named programs include Dining Experiences, Fitness, Enrichment & Engagement, and Technology, giving residents access to dining, exercise, engagement, and technology-focused activities. Rehabilitation services include short-term rehab for temporary recovery needs, while respite care provides a short stay for a resident whose usual caregiver needs time away.

Starting Price $5,350/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Arbor Terrace Roseland

Arbor Terrace Roseland in Roseland, NJ, is licensed as an assisted living residence, with memory care and respite care also included. In assisted living, employees attend to dressing, bathing, and medications as needed by a resident. Memory care provides a secured, supervised environment for individuals whose dementia poses a risk of wandering.

Possessing both levels available allows a resident with increasing needs to progress without relocating. That pairing suits an individual requiring assisted living or memory care at present, along with a couple preparing for potential future care needs that could change.

Respite refers to a brief scheduled stay, organized by a household when the home caregiver has a planned trip or needs time for recovery. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom configurations are all offered, with the two-bedroom providing space for a couple to cohabitate. Animals are permitted, so a resident’s pet can come along.

The facility has 100 beds and is operated by Shp V Roseland, LLC, with Ms. Shannon Basile serving as the administrator. At 34, the Walk Score is car-dependent. Most errands require a vehicle, and a resident unable to drive will need assistance from someone to provide transportation for regular shopping.

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Overview of Sunrise at West Essex

Sunrise at West Essex in Fairfield, New Jersey offers assisted living, hospice care, and memory care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting and supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while hospice care focuses on comfort for residents nearing the end of life.

The community may be a good fit for someone who needs daily assistance or a supervised memory care setting. It has 98 beds, with studios, one bedroom units, and two bedroom units available. A larger unit can suit a couple or someone who wants a companion.

A Walk Score of 39 places the area in a car dependent setting, so a resident who no longer drives would need a car or ride for most errands. Pets are allowed, which may let a resident continue living with a pet. Ms. Maryssa Seminerio serves as the administrator, and Welltower Opco Group operates the community.

Starting Price $6,000/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of CareOne at the Cupola

CareOne at the Cupola provides assisted living, memory care, nursing care, and respite care in Paramus, NJ. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while they remain in their own apartment. Memory care offers a secured, supervised setting for someone at risk of wandering, while nursing care supports residents who need more hands-on clinical attention. Respite care provides a short term stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

Several care types are available here. The community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. With 169 beds, it supports a larger resident population and staffing structure, and its 86% occupancy means most beds are filled. Studio and one bedroom apartments offer either a single private living space or a layout with a separate bedroom.

Physical therapy and rehabilitation rooms allow residents to receive therapy on site. A salon and barber shop support personal grooming without leaving the community, while the outdoor patio and courtyard provide places to spend time outside. Residents can attend fitness classes and take part in arts and crafts. CareOne at the Cupola is operated by Millenium Healthcare Centers, with Marlon Zapanta serving as the administrator; a Walk Score of 47 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. The community’s restaurant style dining provides meals in a restaurant style setting.

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Overview of Care One at Wayne – Alr

Care One at Wayne, Alr offers assisted living, Memory Care, and Nursing Care in Wayne, NJ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private apartment; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering; and nursing care supports residents who need ongoing nursing assistance. Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

The community has 87 beds, and Ms. Louisa Del Corpo serves as the administrator. Staff are present around the clock, so assistance is available at any hour. Restaurant-style dining with gourmet food gives residents meals in a restaurant-style setting, while the library and movie theater offer places to read or watch films on site.

Sensory therapy provides a structured activity centered on sensory engagement. Post-Acute Care & Rehab and rehabilitation services can support recovery of strength or function after a medical event, while Palliative & Hospice Care addresses comfort-focused needs for residents with serious illness. Respite care provides a short stay while a usual caregiver travels, recovers, or takes needed time away, making the combination of assisted living, memory care, nursing care, rehabilitation, and respite services potentially suitable for a resident whose care needs or caregiving arrangements may change over time.

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Overview of Mira Vie at Montville

Mira Vie at Montville in Montville, NJ, provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care within a single community. Independent living offers private accommodations without daily care services, while assisted living assists with routine personal tasks. Secured memory care delivers specialized supervision for individuals with memory impairment, and respite care offers short-term accommodations for residents whose primary caregivers require temporary relief.

Floor plans include studio and one-bedroom apartments. On-site conveniences feature physical rehabilitation services, a full-service salon and spa, an outdoor courtyard with community gardens, pet-friendly living options, and structured social and educational programming.

Financial planning relies on private payment arrangements. Located in an area with a walk score of 30, the suburban setting makes daily errands dependent on personal vehicles or arranged local transportation.

Families considering multi-level senior care or temporary respite stays can get in touch with Mira Vie at Montville to discuss apartment availability or request a tour.

Starting Price $4,495/Month Info Pricing updated on March 13th, 2026

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Overview of Longview, a Christian Health Community

Longview, a Christian Health Community, offers assisted living in Wyckoff, NJ. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to keep an apartment. Studio and one-bedroom housing options may suit someone who wants a private living space while receiving that support.

With 298 beds, Longview is a larger setting with more residents and staff, along with usually more programming. Respite care is available for short stays when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. A community calendar includes special events, excursions, live entertainment, and daily activities, giving residents scheduled ways to spend time on and off campus. Landscaped outdoor sitting and walking areas provide places to spend time outside, while on-campus transportation connects residents with Christian Health programs and services without arranging outside travel.

Longview is administered by Ms. Myrna Gomez and operated by Christian Health Care Center.

Contact Longview, a Christian Health Community

Overview of Mira Vie at Clifton

Mira Vie at Clifton offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Clifton, NJ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. The range of care types means Mira Vie at Clifton can be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community. The community has 100 beds, with studio, suite, one bedroom, and two bedroom housing options.

A studio is a single private space, while a suite or two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. A Walk Score of 50 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot; a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some nearby errands independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet in the community. Ms. Stephanie Zimmerman is the administrator, and Mira Vie at Clifton Opco operates the community.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Clifton at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 43/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Clifton, NJ. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 113The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Clifton, NJ. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Clifton, NJ

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in New Jersey?

Assisted living in New Jersey supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New Jersey?

Assisted living in New Jersey is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does New Jersey Medicaid cover assisted living?

New Jersey Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including New Jersey) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 28 assisted living facilities in Clifton, NJ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Clifton, NJ?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Clifton, NJ, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Clifton, NJ?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.