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Brandywine at Mountain Ridge

680 Mountain Boulevard, Watchung, NJ 07069
8.9
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20 reviews

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Barbara W - Child of resident/client
5.0
Great Location, Even better Staff

Pleased with Brandywine for my mom's recent move. [name removed] and [name removed] made the process very easy to transition my mom from rehab into their community. The first day she was welcomed on a beautiful red carpet and greeted by very pleasant staff members. Overall we are very pleased with our decision.... Read more

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Brandywine at Mountain Ridge in Watchung, New Jersey is one of senior living communities in the area. To find the right community for your needs and budget, connect with one of A Place For Mom’s local senior living advisors for free, expert advice.

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Weight limit 21-30lbs
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8.9

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A Place for Mom has scored Brandywine at Mountain Ridge with 8.9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Brandywine at Mountain Ridge has 20 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.5 out of 5.

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Cleanliness

4.6

Friendliness

4.5

Meals & Dining

5.0

Care Services

4.5

Activities

4.5

Staff

5.0

Value for Cost

4.4

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5.0
Linda S
Assisted Living
August 22, 2024
Stunningly Renovated Suites - A Perfect Place to Call Home!

What really stands out is how thoughtfully the renovations have been done, ensuring that the suites are not only beautiful but also functional and accommodating for the residents. The updated amenities are top-notch, providing everything needed for a comfortable and safe living environment. The atmosphere in the community is warm and welcoming, making it a truly wonderful place to call home.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Barbara W - Child of resident/client
Assisted Living
August 22, 2024
Great Location, Even better Staff

Pleased with Brandywine for my mom's recent move. [name removed] and [name removed] made the process very easy to transition my mom from rehab into their community. The first day she was welcomed on a beautiful red carpet and greeted by very pleasant staff members. Overall we are very pleased with our decision.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Derek L - Child of resident/client
Assisted Living
July 18, 2024
Highly Recommend!

My experience at Brandywine has been overwhelmingly positive. From the moment I stepped in, I was greeted with warmth and professionalism by the staff. The facility itself is well-maintained, clean, and designed to be both functional and comfortable.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Meals & Dining

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Staff

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Sue - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
July 17, 2018
Brandywine is a wonderful place!

I feel so blessed that I found Brandywine at Mountain Ridge for my cousin [name removed]. A friend had recommended it to me, and from the first time that I visited, I knew it was the right place for [name removed]. Brandywine is a very special place. The administration has developed a strong, caring culture and that every staff member embodies. Everyone that works there from the administrators, nurses and aides to the housekeepers, maintenance and the dining staff are very knowledgeable, loving and caring. [name removed] lived at Brandywine for four years and from the day she arrived, she began to look, feel and act younger with every day. After living isolated at home by herself for many years, she finally had a chance to meet some good friends and enjoy their companionship. [name removed] loved the musical, art and crafting activities and above all, loved the food, especially the desserts. I am forever grateful to everyone at Brandywine who took such wonderful care of [name removed]. And a special thank you to [name removed], [name removed] and [name removed], thank you for all of the help and guidance you gave to me.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


4.5
Ivy - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
February 24, 2015
New Lease on Life

My mom is a recent resident of Brandywine at Mountain Ridge. She's lived there for about a month in a one-bedroom apartment, and my husband and I cannot get over the positive change in her. She was feeling rather hopeless and depressed and uninterested in doing things before her move to Brandywine. She was having trouble walking (with a walker) and uninterested in doing exercises to mitigate the problem. Well, one month later mom is wearing her nicest clothes and pretty earrings and make-up and moving around the halls on her walker like a pro. We're amazed at her progress. It's the staff, who make everyone feel like family and go a long way toward integrating each new member into the community. Mom's made some new friends and really enjoys after-lunch bingo, especially when she wins. She's hardly ever in her apartment. Worth the cost and the 45-minute distance from where my husband and I live. We are very grateful that mom is becoming more like the person she was when she was working (at 80). She's nearly 85 now and has the start of a new lease on life, which is exactly what we wanted for her.

Cleanliness

4.5

Friendliness

4.5

Care Services

4.5

Activities

4.5

Value for Cost

4.5


5.0
Amy G. - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
August 8, 2014
A Good Place to Call Home

Transitioning a parent to an assisted living facility can be very stressful and overwhelming. However, the Brandywine Staff is ready to assist you through the entire transition and will guide you through the whole process. They are a warm and caring group of professionals, who treat each resident with kindness and concern. No one is ever ignored or left to feel lost or alone. The facility is outstanding...immaculate and beautifully decorated. The rooms are very cozy and everyone goes at their own pace. There are constant activities and all special events are planned to perfection and done with great pride by the staff. The Wellness Center is excellent, with top level nursing and the Aides are always pleasant and ready to assist. The management team is professional and readily available to help you in any way they can. I couldn't imagine my parent in any other facility at this point in their life.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
April 30, 2014
Verified Review
We’ve been very happy with them.

They’ve been excellent. Thy really go out of their way to deal with the various issues that people come in with. They try to give you a sense of independence when you want it and are ready to step in when you need it. We’ve been very happy with them.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


4.5
Mrs. G. - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
March 3, 2014
A Good Place For Mom and Dad

The transition from their home to an Assisted Living took a little bit of adjustment, but the staff and management team at Brandywine took complete control of the situation to make sure my parents were comfortable and fully informed. It is beautiful place to live filled with smiling faces and top quality care. The place is immaculate, which was so important to us. It's a smaller community, so everyone gets to know each other. The staff and management team are devoted to their jobs and to the residents. It's a very nice place to live and a good place to feel at peace leaving your parents. Currently, my parent is now living alone there, but everyone makes sure she is ok and has given her so much love and attention. They are good to all of us.

Cleanliness

4.5

Friendliness

4.5

Care Services

4.5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

4


5.0
Loved one - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
January 23, 2014
Verified Review
Great assisted living facility

Brandywine Senior Living Mountain Ridge is a really great assisted living facility, we were very happy with everything that they were able to provide. My loved one was in this facility until his care needs advanced beyond what they were able to provide.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Son - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
December 12, 2013
Verified Review
Like a top of the line hotel!

This place has been phenomenal so far! It's amazingly clean, and there was no smell, which I noticed can be a problem in these places. It really is like a beautiful, modern, top of the line hotel. It was heads and tails about any of the others we looked at. The staff are caring and really on the ball about keeping an eye out for my Mom. The residents seemed happy, and most are out socializing when I have visited. If I could give the activities 10 stars out of 5 I would! They've got a card room, billiards room, movie theater, beauty parlor, really anything they could need!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Barry S. - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
December 11, 2013
Verified Review
My Mom is Thrilled!

My Mom loves Brandywine! The staff at Brandywine is fabulous, they genuinely care about all their "residents". The move in process was very easy and my Mom was quickly integrated into the daily routine. Everyone made sure she was involved right from the start so she did not feel isolated as the "new person". This is probably the greatest strength of Brandywine, because I think it is so critical for a successful transition for the resident. My mom loves ordering off a menu for every meal and thinks the food is great. She is relieved that she doesn't have to do her own laundry or cleaning anymore. Brandywine has given my Mom a new lease on life, she is incredibly happy there, and I will be forever grateful for everything Brandywine has done and continues to do.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


4.0
A Loved One - Toured community
Memory Care
December 5, 2013
Verified Review
A nice community

This place was interesting! The staff was very friendly, and professional, and it was clean and well kept. It had a very sleek, and modern look. My loved one said it reminded them too much of a hotel, which was a negative for them, but I thought it was nice. Also, the resident dog was amazing. I know you can't pick a community based off an animal, but it was tempting!

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Son - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
November 29, 2013
Verified Review
Happy but might be a bit overpriced

Overall I am thrilled with this facility and my mom has adapted well. However, I do feel like once the paperwork was signed they moved on to the next potential resident and someone pushed me to the back burner. The facility is very clean and everyone is quite friendly, but like other facilities (I guess) I feel like I am being nickel and dimed after the fact. My mom has adapted well to the environment and I would have a difficult time moving her at this point, but if the cost keeps going up as it has over the past few months I will have to entertain that option.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

3


5.0
Daughter - Loved one of resident/client
Memory Care
November 6, 2013
Verified Review
I Highly Recommend It!

Mom is doing well there. She's getting the highest care so she had to have an aid with her all the time. The care is good and she loves the bingo. I highly recommend it. It's been very easy for us to transition into. Mom is very happy there. It's very pretty, like living in a very luxury hotel and they have a little dog that lives there. My mother's always had a dog so she liked that. It doesn't feel sterile or seem institutionalized. The residents seemed to be very happy there. It's very clean, nothing smells, and the staff seems really engaged. My mom has a 2 bedroom, one shared bath room with roommate. My mom wanted a roommate so that worked out.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


4.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
March 19, 2013
Verified Review
High care level offerings...

High care level offerings in assisted living; solid Medicaid transition policy. Nicole is very nice and seems caring.

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

4


3.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
February 28, 2013
Verified Review
High care level offerings in assisted...

High care level offerings in assisted living; solid Medicaid transition policy.

Cleanliness

3

Friendliness

3

Care Services

3

Activities

3

Value for Cost

3


3.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 27, 2012
Verified Review
this location does not have...

this location does not have independent living- the one in Montgomery does

Cleanliness

3

Friendliness

3

Care Services

3

Activities

3

Value for Cost

3


3.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 26, 2012
Verified Review
good location, ok bdrm, sm. clos

good location, ok bdrm, sm. clos

Cleanliness

3

Friendliness

3

Care Services

3

Activities

3

Value for Cost

3


4.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 25, 2012
Verified Review
The facility was beautiful and amenti...

The facility was beautiful and amenties were great. Distance would be a small issue especially in bad weather. Reflections unit very small just seemed congested.

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

4


5.0
A Place For Mom Customer - Toured community
Memory Care
December 16, 2012
Verified Review
This place is top of the line in clea...

This place is top of the line in clean and festive. People were up early Sunday at the beauty shop and hanging around. A little too far and more expensive.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


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