Brightview Paramus
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Brightview Paramus sits on Forest Avenue in Bergen County, close to local shopping centers and everyday conveniences. The community operates on a monthly rental model with no large entrance fee. Licensed for 90 assisted living beds, it offers private apartments designed for safety and ease of living, complete with individual climate controls.
Residents have several dining venues to choose from each day, including a cafe featuring a brick pizza oven. Professional chefs prepare daily menus, and an upscale pub hosts evening happy hours before dinner. Those planning family gatherings or private celebrations can also reserve the private dining room.
Daily life can be as relaxed or as active as each resident prefers. The community features a fitness center with senior-friendly equipment and a personal trainer, a full-service salon and barbershop, a movie theater with traditional seating, and a library with computers. Outside, residents can spend time on the landscaped grounds, play a round on the putting green, or start a match on the bocce court.
Assisted living care is tailored to the individual. The monthly package includes five hours of personal care, covering support with bathing, dressing, walking, bed transfers, and medication management. Staff members are in the building 24 hours a day, and a licensed nurse is on site seven days a week to handle wellness checks and coordinate support.
Pricing
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Care services provided
Assisted living
- Personalized care plan
- Assistance with bathing and dressing
- Assistance with walking and bed transfers
- Medication management and reminders
- Five hours of personal care included in monthly package
- Wellness checks
- On-site nurse seven days a week
- Staff on site 24/7
Amenities
Dining
- Multiple dining venues
- Chef-prepared meals daily
- Cafe with coffee, snacks, and a brick pizza oven
- Upscale pub with daily happy hour
- Private dining room for family gatherings
Living spaces
- Apartments with individual temperature control
- Fireplace lounge
- Library with computer stations
- Card and games room
- Music areas
Activities and entertainment
- Movie theater with theater seating and popcorn
- Daily social, educational, and cultural activities
- Creative projects and classes
- Day trips and dances
Fitness and outdoors
- Fitness center with senior-friendly equipment
- Personal trainer on site
- Outdoor putting green
- Outdoor bocce court
- Manicured grounds and outdoor spaces
Services and conveniences
- Full-service beauty and barber shop
- Housekeeping and linen services
- Scheduled transportation services
- Building maintenance
- Utilities, Wi-Fi, and basic cable included
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Location
396 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
License
- License number
- 02A020
- Licensed as
- Assisted Living Residence
- License valid to
- 11/30/2026
- Licensed capacity
- 90 assisted living beds
- Payment accepted
- Private pay
- Executive director
- SHYLA CRAMSEY
Checked against the New Jersey Department of Health record on 9/17/2026.
Ownership
Who owns this community, as listed on the state licence.
- Owner on the licence
- BRIGHTVIEW PARAMUS, LLC
Frequently asked questions
What types of care are available at Brightview Paramus?+
Brightview Paramus offers assisted living residences on a monthly rental basis without a large upfront entrance fee. Dedicated support is provided for seniors who want independence while receiving daily personal assistance.
Where is the community located?+
The community is at 396 Forest Avenue in Paramus, New Jersey. It is located in Bergen County, near several major retail areas and shopping malls.
What features are included in the apartments?+
Assisted living apartments come with individually controlled heating and air conditioning, safety features, and upscale finishes. Housekeeping, linen services, utilities, Wi-Fi, and basic cable are included in the monthly rent.
What dining options are available to residents?+
Residents receive three chef-prepared meals each day across multiple dining spots, including a casual cafe with a brick pizza oven. There is also an upscale pub for daily happy hours and a private dining room for special family events.
What kind of care support is provided for assisted living?+
The base assisted living package includes five hours of personal care per month, which covers help with bathing, dressing, transfers, walking, and medication management. Dedicated staff are available around the clock, and a nurse is on site seven days a week.
What payment options are accepted?+
The community accepts private payment. Residents typically cover costs through private funds, pensions, social security, long-term care insurance, or benefits such as veteran assistance.
