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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 independent living communities in Clifton, NJ using NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in NJ
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Jordan Weiss, PhD
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We analyzed These are the facilities in Clifton, NJ our team has analyzed — not a count of every independent living provider in Clifton, NJ.
11 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 52/ 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: 93The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Clifton, NJ. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Overview of Parkside Manor

Parkside Manor is a classic retirement community in the quaint and charming city of Newark, NJ, offering a cozy senior living experience. Adjacent to the breathtaking 360 acres of Branch Brook Park, this lovely community is well-known for its stunning neighborhood. The cozy units at Parkside Manor are close to plenty of amenities, including the Clara Maass Medical Center, the Hendricks Field Golf Course, excellent dining options, and shopping.

Parkside Manor offers a wide range of amenities, such as an indoor mailbox, a big communal area, gated entry, and a front desk, to suit the needs of active adult lifestyles. Every apartment has a stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and air conditioning to make residents’ lives comfortable and convenient.

Phone: (973) 481-6100

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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.

  • 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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No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
Data source New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Clifton, NJ

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 11 independent living communities in Clifton, NJ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community 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 independent living communities 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.

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