Sunrise of Woodcliff Lake sits at 430 Chestnut Ridge Road and provides assisted living, independent living, memory care for Alzheimer's and dementia, skilled nursing, continuing care, short-term stays, home care, hospice, and respite care so folks can find different levels of help as they need it and stay in one place even when their care needs change. The community has a homelike setting, and the grounds are bordered by old apple trees, with shopping, dining, and entertainment nearby, which might make things a bit easier for families who visit or folks who want to get out.
There's a dedicated staff on-site 24 hours a day, including nurses and a doctor available for emergencies or checkups, and caregivers are used to helping with all sorts of everyday activities, like bathing, grooming, reminders about grooming or using the restroom, dressing, and giving medicines, even insulin shots and blood sugar checks, and all that's monitored with technology, so people who might wander or have trouble remembering don't end up lost, since they use bracelets with alarms and have secure memory care areas. The memory care community uses a Reminiscence Program and the Terrace Club to help folks with Alzheimer's and dementia, and there's a computer system that alerts staff if someone tries to go somewhere unsafe. People there can still be social and take part in activities like art, yoga, educational classes, lectures, games, movies in the theater room, and music, with outings and field trips beyond the grounds, and a full-time activity director organizes a pretty busy schedule for anyone who wants to join in, so it's not just about sitting still all day.
The memory care suites have a blue couch, accent chair, and big windows with patterned curtains, while regular suites let in natural light, have comfortable beds, chairs, and nightstands. There are indoor and outdoor common spaces, including a cozy TV lounge, a living room with a fireplace and warm lighting, plus a grand two-story foyer in the memory care area filled with art and elegant furniture. The bistro and main dining rooms serve meals restaurant-style, with private dining for family visits or special events, and they set tables in memory care with linens and fresh flowers to make it pleasant each day. Special diets get attention too-low salt and sugar, vegetarian, and other needs-and a chef and kitchen team prepare meals right there. Folks don't have to worry about cleaning or laundry, since those are done for them, and there are beautician and spa options, as well as accessible bathrooms and showers with safety features in place.
Pets are welcome and there are even programs to include animals in activities, while the grounds offer a safe patio with rocking chairs, a pergola, walking paths, lush landscaping, and enclosed gardens, so people can sit outside or walk in comfort. The facility welcomes people who need lighter or heavier help and can support those with incontinence, mobility challenges that need transfers or maybe a mechanical lift, and even major behavioral needs. Memory care makes sure extra safety is in place for those who might wander, and it can also support residents who may be at risk of elopement or acting out. Staff can manage medication, support diabetes care, and keep track of daily needs, and the place is fully wheelchair accessible, indoors and out.
There are plenty of ways to stay connected and active, from religious services-Catholic Mass every Tuesday, Jewish services every other Friday, Pre-Sabbath Candle Lighting every Friday, and ecumenical services once a month-to outings and exercise groups. Transportation is available for medical needs, shopping, and social events, and parking is offered for residents and their guests. The facility supports aging in place, which means people don't have to move when their needs go up, and folks can get guidance about care planning and financial options for covering their stay. There are support tools and resources for families and residents, plus visits from doctors, podiatrists, and access to a nearby dentist.
Sunrise of Woodcliff Lake admits people needing mild, medium, or heavy daily support, and they're ready to work with a wide range of needs, including hospice and respite stays if caregivers at home need a break. Housekeeping, laundry, dry cleaning, activities, meal delivery, pet care, spiritual support, and on-site medical visits all come together, creating a community with a busy, social atmosphere but a comfortable pace, and that's how the place has run for years.
