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Situated in Mahwah, New Jersey, Fox Trail Mahwah is a specialized senior living community focusing on providing compassionate care for individuals experiencing memory loss, including dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, or other cognitive impairments. Adopting a person-centered approach, the community is committed to creating an atmosphere that prioritizes the well-being of each resident. The community’s array of amenities and events are designed to enhance the quality of life for residents, irrespective of their age, needs, or capabilities.
Fox Trail Mahwah stands out as a boutique memory care community, providing a warm and secure environment for its residents, coupled with engaging cognitive activities. From on-site activities like gardening and bingo to off-site events like going to the movies, the community offers diverse options for residents to enjoy. Combining a homey feeling with the expertise of their memory care team, Fox Trail Mahwah ensures that each resident’s unique needs are met through personalized care. While valuing the seniors in their care, Fox Trail Mahwah strives to offer all community members a rich and rewarding life. The personalized care provided to each resident reflects the commitment to treating them as unique individuals.
Lower than the New Jersey average: 77%Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Mahwah is legally operated by Phnj, Llc, and administrated by Elizabeth Nolan.
Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility
Richard Thompson, JR
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 3 | 18 | This facility has 83% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (3 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 83% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 0.6 | 3.6 | This facility has 83% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0.6 vs. NJ avg 3.6).↓ 83% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.5 | 2 | This facility has 25% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1.5 vs. NJ avg 2).↓ 25% better |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 2 | 9 | This facility has 78% fewer total inspections than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (2 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 78% better |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with New Jersey regulators.
| 1 | 3 | This facility has 67% fewer complaint investigations than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (1 vs. NJ avg 3).↓ 67% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on November 19, 2025, did not identify any deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed mixed results, including a substantiated complaint investigation on March 27, 2024, where inspectors cited failures to provide a safe environment, follow abuse reporting policies, and maintain complete medical records. The main issues involved resident safety, staff access controls, and documentation. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The inspection history suggests improvement, with the latest survey showing no deficiencies after prior concerns.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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3.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Mahwah's city center to Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Mahwah's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 6.89 miles to nearest hospital (The Valley Hospital)
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Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Mahwah is located in Mahwah, New Jersey.
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| Brighton Gardens of Edison |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
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. | Edison (Oak Tree Road) | 118 | Yes | 64 | - | Welltower Opco Group LLC | Gina Kirchoff | 90.5% | A+ | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0.4 |
| Sunrise of Morris Plains |
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. | Morris Plains (Littleton Road) | 108 | Yes | 49 | - | Szr Morris Plains Assisted Living, LLC | Ms. Andrea Martinez | 63.0% | A- | 5 | 2 | 4 | 0.8 |
| Sunrise of Lincroft |
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. | Lincroft | 85 | Yes | 56 | - | Welltower Opco Group LLC | Ms. Wendy Mcguire | 68.2% | A- | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Brookdale Florham Park |
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. | Florham Park | 77 | Yes | 55 | - | Ahc Florham Park, LLC | Ms.. Leah Jennings | 70.1% | A+ | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0.4 |
| Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Mahwah |
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. | Mahwah | 16 | No | 20 | - | Phnj, LLC | Elizabeth Nolan | 31.3% | - | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1.5 |
The legal owner and operator of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Mahwah is Phnj, Llc.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Mahwah has a walk score of 20. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to NJ state health department records, Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Mahwah's license number is D35016.
According to NJ state health department records, Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Mahwah's license expires on May 31, 2026.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Mahwah's occupancy is 31%.
Elizabeth Nolan is the administrator of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Mahwah.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Mahwah has 16 beds.
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