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Located conveniently in Fairfield, NJ, Sunrise at West Essex offers exceptional Assisted Living and Memory Care services along with Short Term stays and Hospice Coordination. Residents here enjoy a vibrant community where their wellness is a top priority. Whether you prefer engaging activities or moments of peaceful reflection, Sunrise at West Essex caters to your preferences. With an award-winning team dedicated to enriching experiences, you can savor delicious meals and participate in clubs and interest groups tailored to your passions. The community’s proximity to New York City provides easy access to world-class attractions, adding to the enriching lifestyle offered.
Sunrise at West Essex is committed to providing a fulfilling life for its residents. With a mission focused on excellence, the community offers diverse amenities and programs such as themed dinners, happy hours, religious services, and signature programs like Live With Artistry and Live With Learning. Recognized for its outstanding performance with multiple Sunrise awards and a Bronze National Quality Award by AHCA/NCAL, Sunrise at West Essex ensures that every resident enjoys a fun, engaging, and fulfilling senior living experience.
Lower than the New Jersey average: 77%Sunrise at West Essex is legally operated by Sunrise Assisted Living At West Essex, and administrated by Ms. Maryssa Seminerio.
Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility
Msh Operating, LLC, Welltower INC, Holdco LLC Welltower Trs
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.
| 2 | 18 | This facility has 89% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (2 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 89% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 0.4 | 3.6 | This facility has 89% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0.4 vs. NJ avg 3.6).↓ 89% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.7 | 2 | This facility has 65% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (0.7 vs. NJ avg 2).↓ 65% better |
Per-category split of the 2 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.
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 3 | 9 | This facility has 67% fewer total inspections than a typical New Jersey assisted living residence (3 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 67% 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 and focused on informing individuals about privacy practices. Earlier inspections showed mixed results, with a March 8, 2021 survey citing deficiencies related to infection control, specifically in resident screening and vaccination documentation during COVID-19 reopening phases. Prior to that, a November 11, 2022 inspection found the facility in compliance with infection control regulations. No fines, enforcement actions, or license issues were listed in the available reports. The inspection history suggests improvement in compliance with infection control and regulatory requirements over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
8.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fairfield's city center to Sunrise at West Essex's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 6 miles to nearest hospital (St. Joseph's University Medical Center)
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Sunrise at West Essex is located in Fairfield, New Jersey.
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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.
| Brighton Gardens of Saddle River |
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. | Saddle River | 132 | Yes | 20 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Brighton Gardens Of Saddle River | Ms. Victoria Priore |
56.1%
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56.1%
NJ AVG
75.1%
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#398 / 461 | 4 | 1
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1
NJ AVG
3.5
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#82 / 519 | 6
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6
NJ AVG
21.5
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#226 / 519 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
NJ AVG
2.1
Rank
#242 / 519 |
| Sunrise of Franklin Lakes |
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. | Franklin Lakes | 110 | Yes | 46 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Sunrise Of Franklin Lakes | Ms. Grace Cosgrove | - | 4 | 2
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2
NJ AVG
3.5
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#169 / 519 | 1
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1
NJ AVG
21.5
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#113 / 519 | 0.3
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0.3
NJ AVG
2.1
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#129 / 519 |
| Sunrise at West Essex |
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. | Fairfield | 98 | Yes | 39 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Sunrise Assisted Living At West Essex | Ms. Maryssa Seminerio |
63.3%
Facility
63.3%
NJ AVG
75.1%
Rank
#364 / 461 | 3 | 1
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1
NJ AVG
3.5
Rank
#82 / 519 | 2
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2
NJ AVG
21.5
Rank
#157 / 519 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
NJ AVG
2.1
Rank
#172 / 519 |
| Sunrise of Paramus |
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. | Paramus | 98 | Yes | 32 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | Sunrise Assisted Living Of Paramus | Suzanne Gramuglia |
46.9%
Facility
46.9%
NJ AVG
75.1%
Rank
#427 / 461 | 2 | 1
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1
NJ AVG
3.5
Rank
#82 / 519 | 0
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0
NJ AVG
21.5
Rank
#1 / 519 | 0.0
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0.0
NJ AVG
2.1
Rank
#1 / 519 |
| The Chelsea at Clifton |
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. | Fanwood | - | Yes | 64 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
The legal owner and operator of Sunrise at West Essex is Sunrise Assisted Living At West Essex.
Sunrise at West Essex has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to NJ state health department records, Sunrise at West Essex's license number is 30a003.
According to NJ state health department records, Sunrise at West Essex's license expires on December 31, 2026.
Sunrise at West Essex's occupancy is 63%.
Ms. Maryssa Seminerio is the administrator of Sunrise at West Essex.
Sunrise at West Essex has 98 beds.
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