Mt. Arlington Senior Living

Mt. Arlington Senior Living sits on a hillside at 2 Hillside Drive, Mount Arlington, NJ, where you can see mountain views from the covered porches with Adirondack chairs and from inside bright common rooms full of natural light and artwork, and there's really nothing quite like having the fresh air and beautiful landscaping all around, plus there's a gated entry that gives a sense of safety and a feeling of home. The apartments come as studios, one-bedrooms, or companion suites, and some have kitchenettes or even full kitchens if you want to cook your own meals, but most people enjoy the restaurant-style dining with Italian dishes, comfort food, and special diet options, or meals in the cozy café or private dining room for family gatherings. People can bring cats or dogs, walk them in the dog park, or take part in pet therapy, and there's plenty of chance to join in with social groups, movie nights in the theater, happy hours, clubs, or volunteer programs. You'll find a fitness center, heated indoor pool, outdoor pool, lakes and ponds to walk near, gardens, a gazebo, cottages with a clubhouse, and recreation rooms for cards, games, or just relaxing with friends.

The staff at Mt. Arlington Senior Living is on hand day and night, including nurses, RNs and LPNs, a concierge, and caregivers who help with activities like bathing, dressing, medication, transfers, and mobility as needed-even for people who need lifts or extra assistance, so you won't feel alone if health changes over time. The community serves people looking for independent living, assisted living, memory care for Alzheimer's or dementia, and skilled nursing care, and because everything is on the same campus, folks can stay even if their needs change, which some families find helpful. Memory care is in its own secure building with studios and companion suites, special therapies, and safety features like wander alert systems and bracelets. The staff gets extra training for dementia care and there are regular activities meant to reduce confusion and help people feel calm. Skilled nursing services are licensed and cover residents needing higher-level care, diabetic care with blood sugar checks and insulin (just not the sliding scale kind), and in-house doctor visits, housekeeping, and therapy options like FOX Rehabilitation and Ageility Physical Therapy.

Basic cable, internet, and satellite TV are included, with plenty of options for staying connected and entertained, and there's a library, computer workstations, a chapel for in-house religious services, a salon and barbershop, a beauty area, covered parking, shopping close by, and things like community gardens and a park to stroll around. Meals can be one, two, or three per day, with programs like MyChoice Dining and Five Star culinary options. There's a full-time activity director to keep things lively, with events and wellness classes, plus short-term stays or respite care for those who need it. The whole place has been set up to make things as straightforward as possible for both residents and their families, right from care planning help to support with everyday life, always aiming to offer a stress-free and welcoming place for people as they age.

Mt. Arlington Senior Living is managed by Five Star Senior Living.

Five Star Senior Living, founded in 1999 and headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts, operates more than 170 communities across the United States, serving over 15,900 residents with nearly 24,000 team members. Now operating as a division of AlerisLife Inc. (Nasdaq: ALR), Five Star has established itself as one of the nation's largest senior living providers and ranks among the top operators of continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) in the country.

The company provides a comprehensive continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite care services. Through strategic partnerships with FOX Rehabilitation for therapy and wellness services, and DispatchHealth for on-demand acute care, Five Star ensures residents have access to comprehensive healthcare solutions without leaving their community. Their innovative Lifestyle360 programming enriches residents' intellectual, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being through daily activities and events tailored to diverse interests and abilities.

Guided by the mission of "honoring and enriching the journey of life, one experience at a time," Five Star embraces a person-directed care philosophy that emphasizes individualized attention and choice-driven services. The name AlerisLife, derived from the Latin "aleris" meaning to "foster, nourish, and develop," reflects their commitment to helping residents pursue new or lifelong goals regardless of age. Their approach centers on the belief that "happy employees mean happy residents," fostering a culture where both staff and residents can thrive.

Five Star's dedication to excellence has earned numerous accolades, including frequent recognition from the Assisted Living Federation of America's "Best of the Best" Awards and the American Health Care Association's Quality Awards. The company has achieved Great Place to Work certification for consecutive years, demonstrating their commitment to both employee satisfaction and resident care. Through evidence-based wellness approaches, fine dining experiences, and warm, inviting environments, Five Star Senior Living continues to set standards for quality senior care across the nation.