Lester Senior Living Whippany
903-905 Route 10 East, Whippany, NJ 07981, Morris County
Lester Senior Living sits along Route 10 East in Whippany, right in the heart of Morris County. The campus offers a continuum of senior housing options that allows people to stay in one place as their needs evolve over time. Accommodations range from private independent living apartments to dedicated assisted living and memory support wings.
Daily life centers around connection, wellness, and community. Residents can spend quiet time in the fully stocked library, join friends in the cozy common lounges, or stop by the on-site beauty salon. The landscaped grounds provide fresh air and walking areas, including secure outdoor courtyards created specifically for memory care residents.
Dining is an important part of each day, with in-house chefs preparing fresh kosher meals served in communal dining spaces. The menu can accommodate specific dietary needs while encouraging conversation at mealtime. Between meals, the activity calendar stays full with fitness classes, bridge games, art and music sessions, and Jewish cultural and holiday celebrations.
Support is tailored to each person's everyday routine. Staff is on hand around the clock to help with bathing, dressing, medication management, and housekeeping. For residents dealing with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, specially trained caregivers provide gentle structure, sensory programs, and continuous supervision in a secure setting.
The community is rooted in Jewish traditions and values while warmly welcoming seniors of all faiths and backgrounds. With 60 licensed assisted living beds, it suits older adults seeking active independent days, extra personal care, or dedicated memory care in suburban Morris County.
Pricing
What care costs in this area.
What assisted living costs in this area
$9,450 a month
That is the median for assisted living across North and Central New Jersey, not this community's price. This community's actual rate depends on room type and care level. Ask us for this month's real numbers.
That market area includes Morris County.
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey, published March 2026. Figures verified September 2026.
Care services provided
Independent living
- Maintenance-free apartment living
- Social, educational, and wellness programming
- Scheduled transportation services
- Access to community amenities and dining
Assisted living
- 24/7 professional care and support
- Assistance with bathing and dressing
- Medication management
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Personalized care plans
- Short-term respite care stays
Memory care
- Dedicated secure memory care wing
- 24/7 supervision from specially trained staff
- Personalized dementia and Alzheimer's care plans
- Cognitive stimulation and brain games
- Sensory, art, and music therapies
- Accessible, dementia-friendly apartment layouts
- Wellness checks
Amenities
Dining
- Fresh kosher meals prepared daily
- Communal dining room
- Accommodations for specific dietary needs
Living Spaces
- Private apartments
- Fully furnished apartments for respite stays
- Cozy lounges
- Well-stocked library
- Activity rooms
Activities and Entertainment
- Art and music therapy
- Brain games and storytelling
- Creative arts classes
- Bridge games
- Gardening
- Jewish cultural celebrations and holiday events
Wellness and Fitness
- Fitness and wellness classes
- On-site beauty salon
- Sensory programs
Outdoor Spaces
- Landscaped grounds
- Secure outdoor areas for memory care
Conveniences and Services
- Housekeeping services
- Scheduled transportation
- 24/7 on-site staffing
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Location
903-905 Route 10 East, Whippany, NJ 07981
License
- License number
- QPB2N9
- Licensed as
- Assisted Living Residence
- License valid to
- 01/31/2027
- Licensed capacity
- 60 assisted living beds
- Payment accepted
- Medicaid, Private pay
Checked against the New Jersey Department of Health record on 10/12/2026.
Ownership
Who owns this community, as listed on the state licence.
- Owner on the licence
- JEWISH COMMUNITY HOUSING
Frequently asked questions
How are the specialized needs of Diabetic Care and Non-Ambulatory Care managed by the staff?+
The community provides specific care for needs like Diabetic Care, Incontinence Care, and Non-Ambulatory Care, with trained staff assisting with these needs.
Are the dining options exclusively Kosher, and is the community open to all seniors regardless of religious background?+
Dining options are Kosher. The community is open to people of all backgrounds, but its mission is rooted in Jewish values.
What is the difference between the Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care options offered at this location?+
The community offers a full spectrum of housing options tailored to a wide range of needs, from Independent Living ease to the daily support of Assisted Living and the specific care of Memory Care.
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