71 Christopher St, Montclair, NJ 07042, Essex County
Little Nursing Home sits in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood at 71 Christopher Street in Montclair. Originally an older Victorian-style residence, the house has been expanded and modernized over decades while keeping the feel of a family home rather than an institution. It holds just 29 beds, giving it an intimate setting where staff and residents get to know each other closely.
Living arrangements include private and semi-private suites, each equipped with its own bathroom. The layout is designed to remain easy to navigate for seniors with reduced mobility. Outside, residents can spend quiet time in the landscaped grounds and cozy garden spaces.
Daily life centers around on-site dining, daily recreation, and social activities tailored to individual interests. The team plans therapeutic and cognitive stimulation programs that help seniors with dementia stay connected and engaged. The smaller size allows the daily routine to run at an unhurried, comfortable pace.
Around-the-clock nursing care is provided by on-site registered nurses who assist with medical needs, hygiene, and daily mobility. Dedicated physical, occupational, and speech therapists work with residents recovering from surgery or managing chronic conditions. The setting suits older adults needing ongoing clinical oversight or memory support who prefer a quiet residential house to a large hospital-like building.
Montclair offers close access to regional medical centers, train lines into Manhattan, and quiet residential streets. Families visiting loved ones find easy local travel throughout Essex County, making routine visits straightforward.
What care 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 Essex County.
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey, published March 2026. Figures verified September 2026.
Each level of care here holds its own New Jersey Department of Health license. Residents can move to more care without leaving the campus.
Nursing home
Little Nursing Home
License 060709, valid through 10/31/2026
29 licensed beds
Accepts: Private
Assisted living
Little Senior Residence
License CP07001, valid through 08/31/2027
Accepts: Private
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71 Christopher St, Montclair, NJ 07042
Checked against the New Jersey Department of Health record on 10/12/2026.
Who owns this community, as listed on the state licence.
The residence offers private single suites with private bathrooms as well as semi-private suites with private bathrooms. Both room types are set within a converted and expanded Victorian-style home.
Registered nurses are on staff 24 hours a day to handle medical needs, wound care, and medication management. The community also provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy on site.
Yes, the home provides dedicated memory care for seniors living with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other cognitive conditions. The staff uses therapeutic activities and routine stimulation designed for neurological care.
Daily rates range from $200.00 to $400.00 per day, determined by an individual assessment. According to state records, payments are accepted on a private pay basis.
Yes, the community provides respite care for families who need temporary relief, as well as hospice care focused on comfort. Long-term nursing care and assisted living services are also available.
