Brighton Gardens of Saddle River is a three-story senior living community that offers several types of care, so you'll see independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, short-term respite stays, and hospice care all under one roof. The building's kept comfortable, with cozy bedrooms, window views, and private baths featuring showers, vanities, and plenty of towels. Residents can spend time in common spaces like a library, a sunroom with wicker chairs and lots of light, or living rooms with couches, a fireplace, and even a fish tank. There's a dining room set up where people enjoy nutritious, chef-prepared meals, plus a bistro and private dining options, and meals can be tailored for diets like low sodium or low sugar.
You'll find garden and gazebo areas outside, along with patios and paths for walking or relaxing. The grounds are kept tidy and full of flowers and greenery. Inside, seniors can join art classes, educational talks, gardening clubs, devotional services, and outings, with a calendar run by a full-time activities director, so there's always something going on. The facility's pet-friendly and you'll notice friendly dogs around, making it feel homey. Studios and one-bedroom suites are available and some have large windows that look out onto the land.
Memory care stands out here with the Reminiscence Program and Terrace Club that aim to help seniors at different stages of memory loss, offering a secure, familiar setting and programs to encourage brain activity and reduce confusion. The memory care area includes a kitchenette, sunroom, and special safety features like a computerized alert system and secure access to keep residents safe from wandering. Staff are on site 24 hours a day, with a nurse always there and a doctor on call for medical needs, plus help for diabetes and mobility and incontinence issues. They also help with activities of daily life such as bathing and grooming.
Each resident gets a care plan that fits what they need, whether they need help with daily tasks or skilled nursing for health concerns. The staff is trained to handle behavior challenges or keep an eye on anyone at risk for wandering or falls. People who need a short rest in between hospital and home have options for daytime, weekly, or monthly respite care. Transportation is provided for errands and outings, and regular on- and off-site devotional services, gardening, and social activities help everyone stay active. There's an easy-going mood, staff try to honor each person's wishes, and special advisors can help plan care or answer questions. Pets are allowed, and there's a sense of encouragement for families to be involved, so people feel like they belong. Brighton Gardens of Saddle River's designed to meet many needs as they change, with a welcoming feel and a focus on safety, health, and quality of life.
