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Compare Assisted Living around Wayne
The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.
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| Brightview Wayne |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Wayne (Preakness) | 108 | No | 39 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Brightview Hamburg, LLC | Emily Vassoler | - | - | 2 | 1 | - | 0.0 |
| Mira Vie at Montville |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Montville (Montville Township) | 152 | Yes | 30 | Studio / 1 Bed | Mira Vie At Montville Opco LLC | Ms. Jennifer Garcia | 82.2% | - | 9 | 8 | 7 | 0.8 |
| The Bristal at Wayne |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Wayne (Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike) | 170 | Yes | 52 | Studio / 1 Bed | Engel Burman At Wayne, LLC | Shannon Cord | 70.6% | - | 4 | 3 | - | 0.0 |
| Brookdale Wayne |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Wayne (Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike) | 105 | Yes | 47 | 2 Bed | Brea Wayne, LLC | Ms. Ashley Mastroianni | 43.8% | A+ | 4 | 2 | - | 0.0 |
| Care One At Wayne – Alr |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Wayne (Packanack Lake) | 87 | No | 24 | - | - | Ms. Louisa Del Corpo | 85.1% | - | 6 | - | 1 | 0.2 |
Overview of Brightview Wayne
Experience senior living like no other at Brightview Wayne in Wayne, NJ, a charming senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and enhanced memory care. Residents comfortably reside in tastefully furnished apartments, with a selection of studio, one and two-bedroom layouts to choose from. The community takes care of the tiring tasks and chores, so residents have the freedom to continue their passions, make new friends, and stay active.
Residents enjoy an invigorating lifestyle with daily programs, happy hours, and resort-style amenities such as a movie theater, billiards, fitness center, salon, library, and much more. The community offers savory, chef-prepared meals to provide residents with an enjoyable dining experience that fosters bonding over meals while providing residents with the nourishment they need. With compassionate care, friendly neighbors, and thrilling activities, Brightview Wayne makes an ideal place to live a full, connected retirement life.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Residing in the quiet community of Montville, NJ, the Mira Vie at Montville is an idyllic senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here, residents can select from a wide variety of beautifully appointed accommodations based on their preferences. With a trained and empathetic team, the community provides an emergency call system to cater to the needs of its residents anytime and anywhere. As for memory care, the community provides specialized care, tailored services, and a secure environment for those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Short-term stays with a wide range of options are also available for respite care services.
The community is committed to providing above-and-beyond care and support wherein residents can enjoy the following amenities and services: nutritional dining options, housekeeping and laundry/linen services, spa services and facilities, an on-site beauty salon and barber shop, concierge services, and many more. With Mira Vie at Montville, seniors are assured of a classic living experience.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
The Bristal at Wayne, New Jersey. Situated near Point View Reservoir, this pet-friendly community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents enjoy tastefully decorated apartments, beautiful common areas, and exceptional care from a dedicated team. The Bristal is close to shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Play a round of golf, attend a concert at William Paterson University, or explore historical sites and natural beauty like Laurelwood Arboretum and Paterson Great Falls. Choose from spacious studios, one, or two-bedroom apartments. You’ll receive three daily meals, housekeeping, laundry services, and a full calendar of events and trips. Enjoy on-site amenities like a bistro, fitness center, salon, cinema, and library.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 324 / 376 / 648 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Brookdale Wayne
Experience a worry-free lifestyle in the quiet neighborhood of Hamburg Turnpike, Wayne, NJ. A trusted senior living community providing assisted living and memory care, Brookdale Wayne features an elegant two-bedroom apartment. With customized care and assistance available around the clock, the community ensures comfort and safety.
With its signature Clare Bridge Training, the community aims to improve its memory care residents’ well-being by providing them with mind-stimulating activities and fostering familiarity during meal times. Bonding over meals makes the food much better, the team serves delicious and healthy meals daily. Brookdale Wayne is a great place to live your retirement with its serene and beautiful campus. Amenities include a therapy room, a library, a cafe, a putting green, business centers, and transportation services.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
CareOne at Wayne is an assisted living and long-term care facility located in Wayne, New Jersey. It offers a full range of care and services tailored to residents' physical and cognitive needs in a vibrant atmosphere. The facility emphasizes personalized attention and a full schedule of daily activities to keep residents engaged.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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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.
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- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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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.
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- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Wayne, 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 5 assisted living facilities in Wayne, NJ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Wayne, 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 Wayne, 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 Wayne, 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.
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