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Sunrise at West Essex

47 Greenbrook Road

4.5(17 ratings)

Part of Sunrise Senior Living · 224 communities · 4.5★ average · (26 others nearby)

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Quick Facts

Starting price
$6,000/mo
Licensed capacity
98 residents

New Jersey DOH

Staffing
24-hour staff on site
Short stays
Respite and short-term stays offered
Safety
Emergency call system in the community

What Families Think

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Families mostly describe Sunrise at West Essex as warm, clean and homelike, with staff who communicate openly and care about residents. One reviewer raised serious concerns about cost over time and being moved to a higher level of care once funds ran low.

What reviewers praise

  • Staff described as warm and caring
  • Open, prompt communication with families
  • Clean, safe, homelike environment
  • Activities and dining praised by families
  • 24-hour staff and medication management

What reviewers flag

  • One report of a move to higher care as money ran low
  • Reviews mixed on long-term affordability and care transitions
  • Only 17 Google ratings, so a small sample

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Sunrise at West Essex is a senior living community in Fairfield, New Jersey offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite / Short-Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Published pricing starts around $6,000 per month. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 17 reviews.

About Sunrise at West Essex

Sunrise at West Essex is a senior living community in Fairfield, New Jersey, offering independent living and assisted living. Operated by Sunrise Senior Living, the community features 24-hour staff, private rooms, a restaurant-style dining room, medication management, housekeeping, laundry service, an emergency call system, and wheelchair accessibility. Social activities and gathering spaces support an active lifestyle.

Most reviewers consistently praised the staff warmth and communication, describing the environment as clean, safe, and feeling like home. Families noted that staff members genuinely cared for residents and that activity options and housing variety met their loved ones' needs. However, reviews were mixed regarding long-term affordability and care transitions, with one reviewer expressing concern about financial sustainability and decisions regarding level of care.

Types of Care at Sunrise at West Essex

Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management

Activities

  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Sunrise at West Essex

4.5overall · 17 ratings combined

4.5★ on Google (17)

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Elise Rouse

Jun 2026

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Having to move my elderly parents with their health declining from out of state to be closer to me is no easy task. Searching for the right place for them is even harder. From the moment I toured Sunrise, it felt like home and the right fit for them. During their time there the entire staff made us all feel like family. They truly cared about and looked after my parents. There was open communication, questions and any concerns were always addressed promptly. My parents are no longer with us and the compassion the staff showed me and my family will never be forgotten during a very trying and emotional time. A special thank you to Carol, Maryssa, Albana, Deb, Joy, Dona, Julianna, Michele, Tatiana and the enitre staff. A heartfelt thank you xo

Kerry Ernst

Apr 2026

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Lovely, cozy, convenient. Staff is warm and communicative. Our family needs are addressed immediately.

Kirstin Walsh

Mar 2026

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The community is lovely and the leadership is strong and nursing communicates well with the families. Highly recommend! Maryssa and Albana are wonderful.

Jacqueline Schindler-Kelly

Nov 2025

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Beware...If you plan to place your family here in the memory care unit thinking it will be their forever home. This place will run down your loved ones estate and then just as the money is about to run out they will say they need a higher level of Care (even though they were fully mobile and had no medical issues aside from memory loss) and have them transferred to a LTC facility- They are running a con. They do not care about your loved one.

Suzanne Fiederer

Jun 2025

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My husband and I toured the facility on behalf of my mother. Everything from the moment we walked in until the moment we left was above anything we expected. The staff was incredibly friendly, the resident seem very happy, it was clean, safe, cozy and warm. The varieties of housing options as well as the daily menu are exceptional. The activities an overall environment meet Mom’s needs. Not to mention the fresh warm, peach pie! What are 5-star experience! Needless to say, we brought Mom back the next day and she loved it!!

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What types of care does Sunrise at West Essex offer?

Sunrise at West Essex offers Assisted Living, Memory Care and Respite / Short-Term Care.

How much does Sunrise at West Essex cost?

Published pricing at Sunrise at West Essex starts around $6,000 per month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection; contact the community for a detailed quote.

Does Sunrise at West Essex offer respite or short-term stays?

Yes. Sunrise at West Essex lists respite and short-term care among its options. A respite stay gives a family caregiver a planned break while your loved one receives full care, and it also works as a low-commitment trial before a permanent move.

Where is Sunrise at West Essex located?

Sunrise at West Essex is located at 47 Greenbrook Road in Fairfield, New Jersey.

What do families say about Sunrise at West Essex?

Sunrise at West Essex carries a 4.5 out of 5 rating from 17 Google reviews. Families mostly describe Sunrise at West Essex as warm, clean and homelike, with staff who communicate openly and care about residents. One reviewer raised serious concerns about cost over time and being moved to a higher level of care once funds ran low. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

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