Brighton Gardens of Mountainside

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with striped armchairs, a green sofa, and natural lighting from large windows.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room setup with a wooden dresser topped by a flat-screen TV and flanked by decorative items, alongside a classic chair.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a brown sofa, armchairs, and a central coffee table surrounded by decorative artwork.
  • Building

    A large colonial-style building with multiple flags on poles in front, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky above.
  • Architecture

    A welcoming porch entrance with white chairs and hanging flowers.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with elegant decor, featuring a bed, mirror, nightstand, and framed artwork.
  • Trees

    A large white building with multiple flags in front, surrounded by well-maintained landscaping and set against a clear sky.
  • Windows

    A cozy living room with striped armchairs and a green sofa, accented by warm lighting and large windows.
  • Dining

    A well-appointed dining room with a large table set for a meal, complemented by elegant chairs and lighting.
  • Lighting

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating and soft lighting.
  • Entrance

    Front entrance of a house with a porch, outdoor seating, and decorative flowers.
  • Artwork

    A cozy lobby interior featuring elegant decor, a fireplace, and comfortable furniture.
  • Fireplace

    A welcoming lobby area featuring a fireplace, elegant furniture, and artwork on the walls.
  • Bathroom

    A small, well-lit bathroom featuring a toilet, sink, mirror, and wall artwork. The space is accented with towels and safety grab bars.

Brighton Gardens of Mountainside

1350 US-22, Mountainside, NJ 07092

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4.3 from 69 reviews
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4 stars
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Assisted Living Memory Care

Pricing

Brighton Gardens of Mountainside offers a range of living options with costs reflecting the high standards of care and services provided. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $6,450 per month, which is slightly higher than the average in Union County at $6,083 and significantly above New Jersey's state average of $5,068. The studio option is priced at $7,680, also exceeding county ($5,680) and state ($5,286) averages. For those seeking more space and privacy, the one-bedroom accommodations are available for $8,820 per month; this rate not only surpasses the county average of $7,862 but also stands well above the state average of $5,994. These pricing details underscore Brighton Gardens' commitment to providing a premium environment that prioritizes comfort and comprehensive support for its residents.

Room TypeBrighton Gardens of MountainsideUnion CountyNew Jersey
Semi-Private$6,450$6,083$5,068
Studio$7,680$5,680$5,286
1 Bedroom$8,820$7,862$5,994

Overall Review

Pros

  • pro Residents find Brighton Gardens to be a welcoming and friendly community where they feel at home.
  • pro The staff is described as attentive, caring, and genuinely concerned for the well-being of the residents.
  • pro Many families appreciate the individualized care provided, particularly in memory care units.
  • pro Residents enjoy a variety of activities that keep them engaged and stimulated.
  • pro Families express gratitude for the cleanliness of the facility and the overall quality of care their loved ones receive.
  • pro The food is frequently noted as excellent with a good variety available to residents.
  • pro Several reviewers mention that their loved ones have adjusted well and are happy in their new environment.
  • pro The atmosphere is often described as friendly, with staff members taking the time to know residents by name.

Cons

  • pro The residents do not get encouraged to use the bathroom often enough.
  • pro Issues with cleanliness may take longer to resolve after day shift staff leaves, potentially affecting the comfort of residents.
  • pro Some waitstaff in the dining room do not listen to residents' needs, leading to dissatisfaction during meals.
  • pro Meal service and dining experience have long waits and incorrect orders, with a need for improved meal quality.
  • pro The memory care portion felt too secluded, which may not suit all residents' preferences or needs.
  • pro Brighton Gardens is considered too expensive compared to other options, despite being highly rated.
  • pro Residents have reported that everyday issues with other residents and staff are not always addressed in a timely manner, creating an uncomfortable atmosphere at times.
  • pro A resident experienced a decline in health while living at the facility, which can be concerning for families.

Review

Brighton Gardens of Mountainside has garnered a range of feedback from residents and their families, with many highlighting the caring environment and attentive staff as significant advantages. Numerous reviews commend the friendliness of both staff and fellow residents, underpinning the community atmosphere that many feel is akin to family. This welcoming vibe seems to aid in easing the transition for residents who have moved from their family homes, offering them a sense of belonging and comfort. Many families express gratitude for how quickly their loved ones have adapted to life in Brighton Gardens, often citing a reduction in feelings of loneliness thanks to the engaging activities and social interactions available.

The quality of care provided at Brighton Gardens has also been consistently praised across multiple reviews. Family members note that nursing staff are quick to monitor health changes and implement necessary adjustments to care plans, thereby ensuring that residents receive personalized support tailored to their needs. For instance, one reviewer emphasized how well the staff managed their mother's diabetes, keeping her informed about health-related decisions while providing reassurance regarding her overall safety and well-being in this supportive environment.

Moreover, there are numerous accounts detailing the array of activities organized by the facility. Residents can partake in games with prizes, nail services, hairstylist visits, and even outings to local stores. While many find these activities enjoyable, some suggestions for improvement include expanding offerings particularly directed toward memory care residents or increasing weekend support through volunteer involvement from local colleges specializing in elder care. This desire for enhanced engagement reflects a common sentiment among families who yearn for diverse programming that caters to all resident capabilities.

Dining experiences at Brighton Gardens highlight mixed opinions; while some reviewers appreciate the variety and quality of meals offered—finding satisfaction with food options—others voice concerns over service delays or incorrect orders during dining times. Families appreciate not having to prepare meals themselves but desire consistent attention from dining staff to fully meet residents' needs during mealtime service. Ultimately, there's room for improvement in this area while still acknowledging that several individuals enjoy what is presented.

Cleanliness is another important aspect mentioned throughout reviews; most visitors notice an excellent standard maintained during day shifts but point out potential delays in addressing after-hour concerns until next-day responses are made possible—this could lead some residents feeling neglected if immediate service is required during nighttime hours. Despite such critiques, it remains clear that many find overall satisfaction with cleanliness standards within communal areas.

In summary, Brighton Gardens of Mountainside presents an inviting residence bolstered by devoted staff who provide attentive care amidst engaging community activities designed for residents’ enjoyment and stimulation. While certain aspects like dining services and weekend staffing may benefit from further refinement based on resident feedback—all-in-all—the facility continues gaining trust among families exploring living options for their loved ones who require memory or various levels of assistive care.

Features

Housing

  • 141 resident community capacity 141 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Family private dining rooms Family private dining rooms
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Located close to restaurants Located close to restaurants
  • Located close to shopping centers Located close to shopping centers
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • On-site market On-site market
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor patio Outdoor patio
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Swimming pool Swimming pool
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Accept incoming residents on hospice Accept incoming residents on hospice
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Respite program Respite program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Low fat Low fat
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Description

Brighton Gardens of Mountainside in Mountainside, NJ is an assisted living community that specializes in providing memory care for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Our community offers a range of amenities to ensure the comfort and well-being of our residents. These amenities include air-conditioning, a beauty salon with professional beauticians, cable/satellite TV in each unit, a cafe, computer center, fitness room, gaming room, gardens, and outdoor patio spaces.

At Brighton Gardens of Mountainside, we prioritize the needs and preferences of our residents by offering various care services such as assistance with activities of daily living, coordination with healthcare providers, medication management, physical therapy, and specialized memory care programming. We have 24-hour call systems and supervision to ensure the safety and security of our residents. Additionally, we accept incoming residents on hospice and offer respite or short-term stays.

Our dining program focuses on providing nutritious meals tailored to meet specific dietary needs such as diabetes diets and special dietary restrictions. The professional chef at our community prepares delicious meals using high-quality ingredients. Residents can enjoy these meals in our restaurant-style dining rooms or choose room service if preferred.

We believe in promoting an active lifestyle for our residents by offering a variety of engaging activities including art classes, educational speakers/life-long learning programs, fitness programs, planned day trips to nearby attractions, religious services from different denominations (including Catholicism and Judaism), resident-run activities facilitated by our dedicated staff members.

Conveniently located near cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants,and places of worship Brighton Gardens of Mountainside provides easy access to essential amenities within the local area. Our community also offers transportation arrangements both for non-medical purposes like shopping trips and medical purposes like doctors' appointments.

In summary,Brighton Gardens of Mountainside provides a comfortable and supportive environment for individuals requiring memory care services. With exceptional amenities and personalized care services, our community strives to enhance the overall well-being and quality of life for our residents.

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Mountainside, New Jersey, this area offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to senior residents. With several physicians' offices and medical centers within a few miles, including Summit Medical Group and New Jersey Spine Center, seniors can easily access healthcare services. There are also numerous parks such as Mindowaskin Park and Forest Road Park for leisurely walks or outdoor activities. In terms of dining options, there are several restaurants like Scotchwood Diner and Stage House Tavern nearby. Transportation is convenient with NJ Transit stations like Summit Station and Short Hills Station in close proximity. Additionally, there are pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens for easy access to medications. Places of worship like Church of the Little Flower provide spiritual support for those who seek it. Overall, this part of Mountainside provides a comfortable and convenient environment for senior living.

Physicians

  • Kartan Saritha Summit Medical Group Westfield (1.2 miles)
  • Kenilworth Primary Care (3.3 miles)
  • Premier Urology Group (3.6 miles)
  • Summit Medical Group (3.8 miles)
  • Merck (4.1 miles)
  • New Jersey Spine Center (4.6 miles)
  • Watchung Pediatrics (6.7 miles)

Parks

  • Mindowaskin Park (1.3 miles)
  • Forest Road Park (2.7 miles)
  • Ponderosa Farm Park (3.5 miles)
  • Winfield Park (4.4 miles)
  • Memorial Park (5.7 miles)
  • Milton Lake Park (6 miles)
  • Milo S. Borden Park (6.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.5 miles)
  • The Bread Stand (5.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.4 miles)
  • True Salvage Cafe (6.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Scotchwood Diner (2.9 miles)
  • Stage House Tavern (2.9 miles)
  • Bagels 4 U of Short Hills (3.4 miles)
  • Wendy's (3.4 miles)
  • Magic Fountain (3.7 miles)
  • Huck Finn Diner (3.9 miles)
  • McDonald's (4 miles)

Transportation

  • NJT - Summit Station (2.9 miles)
  • NJT - Short Hills Station (3.8 miles)
  • NJT - Millburn Station (4.4 miles)
  • NJT - Maplewood Station (5.6 miles)
  • NJT - Rahway Station (6.2 miles)
  • New Jersey Transit - Metropark Station (7.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Church of the Little Flower (4.6 miles)
  • Morrow Memorial United Methodist Church (5.4 miles)
  • St Vincent De Paul Rc Church (7.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Saint Barnabas Medical Center (6.6 miles)

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