Harrison Arms

    287 S Harrison St, East Orange, NJ 07018
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living

    Professional caring staff and management

    I felt well cared for - the staff are friendly and very professional, and management is accommodating and proactive (especially during COVID), with flexible interview scheduling. Maintenance keeps the building presentable and repairs on track, and management goes above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met, so I'm confident in their care and would recommend.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Reviews

    4.20·(5)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      4.2
    • Amenities

      4.2
    • Value

      4.2

    Pros

    • Staff goes above and beyond
    • Professional and attentive staff
    • Maintenance kept in check and presentable
    • Friendly and accommodating staff
    • Management proactive during COVID quarantine
    • Flexible interview and scheduling options
    • Confidence in care from management

    Cons

    • Negligence and delayed wellness checks
    • Safety concerns for residents
    • Security deposit dispute

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment from the provided review summaries is mixed but leans positive regarding staff performance and facility presentation, with serious isolated concerns about resident safety and administrative handling of deposits. Multiple reviewers emphasize strong, professional, and friendly caregiving staff who are attentive to residents’ needs and who take steps to ensure that work is completed and maintenance is kept up. Management receives praise for being accommodating — particularly around scheduling and interviews — and for decisive, proactive measures during COVID quarantines. That combination of hands-on staff and a presentable, well-maintained environment forms the strongest theme in the reviews.

    Care quality and staff behavior are the clearest strengths. The most frequently mentioned positives describe staff as going "above and beyond," being professional and attentive, and inspiring confidence in the level of care provided. Reviewers specifically call out maintenance being "kept in check" and the facility being presentable, which supports the perception of a well-managed physical environment. Flexibility in interview scheduling and accommodations around pandemic-related restrictions are cited as examples of management responsiveness and resident-centered practice.

    Management and administrative responsiveness show both positive and problematic patterns. On the positive side, management is described as accommodating and proactive — especially in its handling of COVID quarantine procedures — which suggests attention to public health and operational continuity. Reviewers express confidence in management’s ability to oversee care. On the negative side, there are specific administrative complaints: a dispute over a security deposit and at least one report of negligence involving a delayed wellness check. Those concerns point to potential gaps in staff responsiveness or procedural enforcement and to possible friction in financial/accounting practices.

    Safety and incident reporting are notable areas of concern despite the generally favorable commentary on staff. The reviews include an explicit reference to negligence, a delayed wellness check, and general safety concerns. While the positive comments about attentive staff and maintenance are important, the presence of delayed checks and safety-related comments cannot be ignored; these are significant because they directly affect resident wellbeing. The reviews do not provide details about the frequency or outcomes of these incidents, but their mention suggests that protocol adherence and timely response warrant attention.

    Facilities, dining, and activities receive limited direct commentary in the summaries. The clearest facility-related detail is that maintenance is well-managed and the building is presentable; beyond that, there is no specific feedback about dining quality, social or recreational programming, or other amenity-based services. Because those areas are not addressed in the reviews provided, no firm conclusions can be drawn about them — only that they were not a primary focus of the reviewers who contributed the summaries.

    In summary, Harrison Arms appears to have many operational strengths: notably committed, professional, and friendly staff; proactive management in at least some major situations (e.g., COVID); and a well-maintained, presentable facility. At the same time, reviewers flag serious isolated issues including negligence manifested as delayed wellness checks, safety concerns, and a security deposit dispute. These negative items are fewer in number than the positive notes but are significant in nature because they touch on resident safety and financial trust. Prospective residents and family members should weigh the strong positive staff and management traits against the reported incidents; it would be prudent to ask the facility about their wellness-check protocols, incident response times, and deposit/refund policies to ensure those concerns have been addressed.

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    Location

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    Harrison Arms is located at 287 S Harrison St, East Orange, NJ, 07018.

    About Harrison Arms

    Harrison Arms sits right in East Orange, New Jersey, as part of the East Orange senior housing community, and you'll find that the staff keeps things professional and is known for showing real care and dedication, always working to make sure residents feel comfortable and at home, whether someone needs a lot of help or just some light support now and then. The facility offers a broad range of care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and residential care home services, plus special programs for people who have Alzheimer's or dementia, with safe and secure areas to help prevent confusion and stop wandering, so families can have peace of mind about their loved ones' safety. You'll see that rooms have helpful features like kitchens or kitchenettes, housekeeping, safety and handicap features, sprinklers, maintenance, washers and dryers, cable TV, and everything's kept up nicely, while the grounds have pretty landscaping, cozy common spaces, a dining room, and areas for socializing, as well as a fitness center and salon/barbershop, with guest parking and free wifi for visitors. Harrison Arms works with Cedar Knolls Adult Medical Day Center and provides medical services on site, from nurses and wound care to podiatry, occupational therapy, medication management, and pharmacy services, along with transportation if someone needs help getting to an appointment, so residents can get the health care they need without always having to travel far. Residents and families can join in with initial consultations to talk through care needs, get help moving in, and clear up billing so there aren't surprises, and there's always a push for clear communication about what's provided. For day-to-day help, staff give support with bathing, dressing, personal care, grooming, walking or using a wheelchair, toileting, and medication, which takes a lot of weight off relatives who can't always be there. There's a broad range of activities, too-game and activity rooms, arts and crafts, education, fitness, and wellness programs, plus social hours that give people something to look forward to, whether someone likes being in a group or prefers quieter time. Meals and dining are included, so residents don't have to worry about shopping or cooking, and special diets are taken seriously, with dietary and clinical staff making sure everyone stays healthy. Harrison Arms has memory care that's always supervised, respite care for temporary stays, and support for low-income seniors as well, offering flexible care plans for both long-term and short-term needs. The community setting lets residents stay active and independent as much as they can, with extra support for those who want to enjoy retirement without the worries of home maintenance. Harrison Arms encourages family visits, including virtual tours, and focuses on clear advice from local senior living advisors so people can understand their choices before making a commitment. The aim is to provide a comfortable, peaceful, and safe place for seniors to spend their later years, surrounded by people who care, in a setting that feels welcoming whether someone needs a little help now and then or daily support every step of the way.

    People often ask...

    Harrison Arms offers independent living, assisted living, and board and care.

    The full address for this community is 287 S Harrison St, East Orange, NJ 07018.

    No, Harrison Arms does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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