The Actors' Fund Homes is an assisted living and memory care community in Englewood, NJ.
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The Actors' Fund Homes in Englewood, NJ
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175 West Hudson Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents and families describe 24-hour support and safety.
Several reviewers describe feeling secure because staff are available around the clock and patients are getting ongoing help. One review specifically contrasts the experience with other facilities and credits the nursing team for making the difference.
Families and residents frequently praise attentive, kind caregivers.
Across the reviews, people repeatedly describe the nursing team, aides, PT/OT, and support staff as caring, helpful, and responsive. Multiple reviewers mention individualized attention and communication about a care plan, along with prompt help when they needed support. Even when reviews are critical overall, they still often focus on the day-to-day quality of the staff and how it affected comfort and recovery.
Rehab quality stands out as a major experience factor.
Some reviewers call the rehab and therapy excellent, describing strong PT/OT and progress after surgeries or a hospital stay. Others report severe frustration with therapy, including long stretches in bed, limited engagement, or poor outcomes that led families to seek a hospital transfer. With the volume of both positive and negative rehab-focused comments, results appear to depend heavily on the specific situation and level of day-to-day support.
Some reviewers report delayed help and thin coverage.
A few reviews describe slow response when calling for assistance, including cases where alerts took a long time or phone calls were not answered. These comments also mention understaffing concerns, like having very limited nursing coverage for many patients. Reviewers who raised these issues connect coverage problems to unmet needs and added stress for families.
COVID-related quarantine and restrictions shape the stay.
Several reviewers describe 14-day quarantine requirements and restrictions that limited in-person family contact. At the same time, some families appreciated the way the facility communicated during that period and kept patients engaged through activities in-room. Other reviews, however, say the quarantine contributed to loneliness or depression and that staff empathy during the restrictions felt inconsistent.
Food services are often described as tailored and satisfying.
Multiple reviewers highlight the quality of meals and specifically mention that food could be adjusted to medical needs or dietary requirements. A few reviews connect the food service to overall comfort during recovery, along with appreciation for dedicated food-service staff. At minimum, the reviews show that dining experience is a consistent point families notice.
Residents and families comment often on cleanliness.
Many reviews describe the facility as spotless or immaculate and also mention pleasant grounds like a tranquil garden. A smaller number of negative reviews counter that by describing filthy rooms and fly infestations. Taken together, cleanliness appears to be an area that can vary by unit and timing, but it remains a prominent part of how people judge the stay.
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107 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
LaGuardia (11 miles away) Westchester Cty (18 miles away) Newark International (18 miles away) John F Kennedy International (21 miles away)
Community operated transportation Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation to doctors appointments
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system 24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions Specialized memory care programming Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services Fitness programs
Planned day trips Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activitiesThe Actors' Fund Homes is located at 175 West Hudson Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631 in Bergen County, New Jersey
The range of services offered by the Actors' Fund Homes is designed to address the complex needs of residents experiencing memory-related conditions. Assistance with dressing, bathing, and transfers ensures that residents receive the physical support necessary for maintaining dignity and comfort in their daily lives. Medication management plays a crucial role in maintaining their health and preventing complications, while meal preparation and service cater to dietary needs, promoting nutrition. The 24-hour supervision provides a safe environment where residents can thrive without the risks associated with wandering or emergencies. Engaging in activities of daily living fosters independence and enhances quality of life, complemented by specialized memory care programming that addresses cognitive challenges through tailored activities. Additionally, a mental wellness program supports emotional health, enriching overall well-being for those dealing with mild cognitive impairment or advanced stages of dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
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