Brighton Gardens of Saddle River

My father lived there for nearly 2.5 years, and those days were - at worst - as normal as can be expected when you've got a parent in a memory care unit, and - at best - very special indeed. So much of this is due to the excellent care he received from the staff, and pretty much all of the rest is the facility and grounds itself. We're obviously sad he's no longer with us, but these past years have been so much easier on us all due to the home he had there.

We are very pleased that our 98 year old mom is receiving such compassionate care at Brighton Gardens Saddle River assisted living. Victoria and the whole team extend themselves to care for all the residents in a very human way.

We recently toured Brighton Gardens of Saddle River with a family member. I was impressed from the initial phone call where we discussed her needs and were kindly invited for a tour. That first interaction set the tone and our positive impression only deepened as we experienced the warmth and attentiveness of the staff throughout the visit. We had the pleasure of meeting with Victoria, the Executive Director, whose ability to connect with my cousin was remarkable. She recognized the unique challenges ahead (my cousin is younger than the typical assisted living resident) and she addressed those potential challenges with both compassion and confidence in her community’s ability to meet her needs. Seeing our cousin feel so welcomed and at ease meant the world to us. The thoughtful, attentive approach continued throughout the tour, reinforcing our sense that this is a community that truly listens and cares. As we toured the community, I noticed how staff interacted with the residents and each other. What stood out was the genuine happiness and camaraderie among the team. Everyone we encountered was friendly, attentive, and welcoming, not just to my cousin, but to our whole family. That kind of warmth can’t be faked, and it made a lasting impression. One especially heartwarming detail is they welcome pets, making it feel even more like home. We’re genuinely looking forward to our cousin having a caring, supportive place to call home!

They took great care of my mother. They kept her feed, clean, washed, etc. I did not have worries about her while she was there. I must say though that she fell 10-15 times while there and I was required to hire a private pay home health aide while she was in BGSR.