Sunrise of Shrewsbury sits at 766 Broad Street in Shrewsbury, NJ, right along Route 35 and not far from Staten Island, so anyone living there can get to parks and beaches pretty quick, and folks say there's a nice range of shops, restaurants, and cultural spots nearby too. The place is designed for seniors who want to keep their independence but also need some help now and then, so you'll find different levels of assistance-anything from giving a hand with bathing or dressing, to more involved support like medication management or memory care for folks living with Alzheimer's and other dementia, including things like the Reminiscence Program and Terrace Club. The staff are trained to help with big and small daily needs, and they stick around, day and night.
Residents get their meals on a flexible schedule through All Day Dining, and special diets like vegetarian are available if someone wants. There are common areas both inside and outside, which gives everyone space to get together or relax, and people can bring their pets. There's also a calendar packed with activities-some of them are onsite, like social gatherings and educational programs, but there are group trips offsite too, so some days folks might go out to a museum, a shop, or a restaurant. Devotional activities, whether onsite or offsite, are part of the routine for those who want them. Sunrise of Shrewsbury helps residents with transportation when needed, and there's on-site beautician service for hair care and more.
For those who need more intense care, there's skilled nursing and hospice support, plus short-term stays if someone only needs a little extra help for a short period. If someone wants to see a doctor without leaving, they can use telehealth, and all care is documented electronically using the Sunrise CareConnect system, which keeps track of medications and progress. The community puts a strong focus on safety and health, following pretty strict wellness practices for everyone's peace of mind.
They accept Medicaid if you need it, and their licensing is in the pending stage with the state. The community tries to be respectful of all people, and follows legal protections for LGBTQ residents, including protections for gender identity and income source. The whole setting is meant to be supportive, with a choice of independent living, assisted living, and memory care-all with an eye on personal needs and dignity, so the help matches what people need instead of trying to fit everyone into the same schedule or style. Residents choose from private rentals like apartments or even townhomes if they want more space. Sunrise of Shrewsbury has been helping older adults for more than 35 years, and in that time, the whole group of Sunrise communities has earned over 280 National Quality Awards, which is more than any other assisted living provider. The point is steady, gentle support so each person can live as well as they can, with personal touches and a respect for each individual's wishes and needs.
