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The Senior Residence at St. Peter the Apostle in River Edge, NJ

The Senior Residence at St. Peter the Apostle is an independent living community in River Edge, NJ.

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The Senior Residence at St. Peter the Apostle in River Edge, NJ

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  • Interior

    A group of seniors working on a puzzle together at a table indoors.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room with a patterned armchair, a side table with a lamp, and a dark sofa on hardwood floors.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, chairs, and a lamp, overlooking a green lawn through large windows.
  • Building

    A brick building with multiple windows, surrounded by a lawn with chairs and steps leading to the entrance.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a single bed and an armchair by the window.
  • Windows

    A cozy living room with sofas, chairs, and a coffee table, featuring a chandelier and arched windows in the background.

415 Fifth Avenue, River Edge, NJ 07661

To contact a resident: (201) 225-0707

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

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Top 5% Senior Living Community in 2016

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The Senior Residence at St. Peter the Apostle Costs & Pricing

The Senior Residence at St. Peter the Apostle offers a competitive monthly cost for its studio accommodations at $3,100. This rate is notably lower than the average costs in both Bergen County and the broader New Jersey area, where studio apartments typically run around $6,525 and $5,286 respectively. Such pricing not only highlights the value of The Senior Residence but also underscores its commitment to providing accessible living options for seniors while maintaining a high quality of care and community support. This makes it an attractive choice for families seeking affordable yet comfortable residential solutions for their loved ones.

Floor plansThe Senior Residence at St. Peter the ApostleBergen CountyNew Jersey
Studio$3,100$6,525$5,286

Overall Review of The Senior Residence at St. Peter the Apostle

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Food and snacks feel consistent

Meals are a consistent part of daily life, and residents mention snacks and dietary attention.

Many residents and families describe three meals per day, with options like fruit snacks available during the day. Several also call out the food as homemade or outstanding, and a few mention the staff accommodating dietary needs. A few reviews note breakfast patterns and shared dining experiences, and one person mentions the food could be better. On balance, dining is one of the most frequently discussed day-to-day positives.

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Staff support and medication help

Residents describe around-the-clock oversight and medication management as a steady support.

Multiple reviews connect the community to safety and reassurance, including references to 24-hour or 24/7 staff presence. Several families specifically mention medication management or medication control and administration as part of the care routine. Others describe staff staying involved with residents’ health and safety needs, even while framing the community as primarily independent living. This makes daily support feel more structured than a purely self-managed setup.

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Affordable value is a key draw

Families frequently highlight the community as a more affordable option for what’s included.

Affordability comes up often, with several reviewers saying the place works well for limited budgets or provided good value compared with other options they considered. A few also mention lower monthly cost during their search and describe it as a reason they chose the community. Some reviews connect pricing to the smaller, simpler residential setup, rather than expecting the same size or breadth of features as larger facilities. One review even calls out budget value in the context of fair-but-adequate food.

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Homey, smaller setting

Residents consistently describe a calm, home-like atmosphere rather than an institutional one.

Many reviews contrast the setting with hospitals or hotels, describing a relaxed, warm, and cozy feel. Several point to the community’s smaller size as a reason residents feel comfortable and not “lost,” and families describe it as intimate or familiar. Some also describe the mix of privacy and social interaction, including the idea that it doesn’t feel like residents are forced to participate. A couple of reviewers still note trade-offs tied to size, like smaller rooms, but the overall impression is that the environment feels personal.

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Activities are limited for some

Some residents feel the activity lineup isn’t as full as they expected.

While a few reviews mention arts and crafts, shows, bingo, and a number of things to do, others describe the activity offering as sparse. One reviewer specifically says there “isn’t much going on at all for activity,” and another notes they didn’t have as many activities as other places during their comparison. Another family also prefers a smaller activity schedule so their loved one doesn’t feel pressured to socialize. Overall, activity variety appears to depend on the expectations and what residents want day to day.

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Van Saun County Park is nearby

The community’s location near Van Saun County Park is a plus families mention.

Two reviews highlight the proximity to Van Saun County Park, describing it as adjacent or a good place for a walk. The community also comes up in the context of nearby everyday life, including how residents can spend time outside rather than only indoors. This complements the home-like feel described in other reviews.

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Features

Housing

  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Garden Garden
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Hiking trails Hiking trails
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Party space Party space
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • TV room TV room
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • LaGuardia (14 miles away) LaGuardia (14 miles away)
  • Newark International (17 miles away) Newark International (17 miles away)
  • Westchester Cty (20 miles away) Westchester Cty (20 miles away)
  • John F Kennedy International (24 miles away) John F Kennedy International (24 miles away)
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • Medication management Medication management

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Book club Book club
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Stories Stories
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in River Edge, New Jersey, this neighborhood offers a range of amenities suitable for seniors looking for a peaceful and convenient place to live. With several parks nearby such as Van Saun County Park and Flat Rock Brook Nature Center, residents can enjoy nature walks and outdoor activities. Additionally, there are numerous pharmacies, restaurants, cafes, theaters, hospitals, physicians offices, places of worship, and transportation options available within a short distance. This area provides easy access to essential services and recreational opportunities while maintaining a tranquil atmosphere perfect for senior living.

Parks

  • Van Saun County Park (0.4 miles)
  • Saddle River County Park - Dunkerhook Area (3.2 miles)
  • Saddle River County Park (4 miles)
  • Flat Rock Brook Nature Center (5.5 miles)
  • Rutherford Memorial Park (6.9 miles)
  • Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park (7.1 miles)
  • Riverdale Park (7.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • Suburban Diner (1.3 miles)
  • The Capital Grille (1.6 miles)
  • Houston's (1.7 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.7 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.3 miles)
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (3.7 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC DINE-IN Shops At Riverside 9 (1.7 miles)
  • Dreamscape at AMC Garden State Plaza (1.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.1 miles)
  • Bogota Press Cafe (3.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.4 miles)
  • Kuppi Coffee Company (8.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Holy Name Medical Center (3.6 miles)
  • Hackensack Meridian Health Pascack Valley Medical Center (4.3 miles)
  • The Valley Hospital (4.9 miles)
  • St Joseph's Regional Medical Center (6.5 miles)
  • NewYork-Presbyterian Allen Hospital (7.9 miles)
  • Milstein Hospital Building (8 miles)
  • Russ Berrie Medical Science Pavilion (8.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Kayal Orthopedic - Westwood (4.3 miles)
  • Park Medical Group PA (4.6 miles)
  • Paterson Community Health Center (6.6 miles)
  • Tenafly Pediatrics (7.3 miles)
  • Christian Health Care Center () (7.6 miles)
  • Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital (8.1 miles)
  • Orangetown Pediatric Associates (8.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • All Saints Episcopal Church (4.7 miles)
  • Community Church Of Glen Rock (4.8 miles)
  • Clifton Blue Mosque (6.4 miles)
  • Bais Torah U'tefilah (6.7 miles)
  • Hawthorne Gospel Church (6.8 miles)
  • Ahavas Israel (7 miles)
  • The Riverdale Minyan (7.4 miles)

Transportation

  • NJT - Hawthorne Station (5.7 miles)
  • Metro North - Riverdale Station (7.1 miles)
  • NJT - Waldwick Station (7.1 miles)
  • MTA Subway - 190th St (7.6 miles)
  • MTA Subway - 181st St (7.7 miles)
  • MTA Subway - Inwood/207th St (7.7 miles)
  • MTA Subway - Dyckman St (7.8 miles)

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