Distinctive Living

I liked it a lot! It was a little out of the way for me. I liked the staff. I liked it a lot, and the director was wonderful. It had a very rural setting.

Mom hasn't been here long, but so far she is really enjoying it. Something we noticed right as we walked in for our tour is that there seemed to be a lot of people out socializing, and an active community was something Mom was really wanting. It's a great looking place, and the staff are very friendly. We did Thanksgiving dinner with Mom, and the food was excellent. The chef came out after the meal to chat with everyone, which I thought was a nice touch.

Very nice facility. It was my first choice except they were so expensive. The place is gorgeous, but I saw people bored there too. I didn't like that it cost an extra $250 a day for high level of care, which I knew that my mother would need. The place we ended up choosing has an all inclusive care package.

They've been great. My only wish was if they had more of a welcome crew the day of move in. And a list of people to contact when you have questions. My mom didn't know she was supposed to sit at a certain table to that caused a few problems, which could have been avoided if I was told ahead of time. I did end up getting a list of people once I requested it. Otherwise they've done good with her. She can be a tough patient.

My brother was in Assisted Living at Mira Vie for less than two weeks and then graduated to memory care. We are still paying for the room at Mira Vie memory care although my brother has been in gardens of Wedgewood rehab for the last three weeks. I am finding that what I've seen in all of these nursing homes that most of the aids, the backbone of senior care, are incompetent and neglected.

Overall, we've been quite happy with Mira Vie. The staff are always caring and friendly and there are always activities going on. The facility is clean and the recent renovation is beautiful. The administrators have been responsive for the few issues we've had and the nursing staff is phenomenal. I do wish there were a few more aides on duty to increase response time when needed. The only ongoing complaint my Mom has had over the last year has been about the food not being all that great. Overall, we are happy with Mira Vie.

Studio apartment is perfect size, modern, updated. Many upgrades to facility, new paint, carpet, furniture, décor, etc. Food service has gone way downhill, quality of food, portions, I believe facility is looking for a new chef. Other than food, I would say it really is a very nice facility. A lot of new staff and management so they may be going through an adjustment period, but all are friendly and helpful.

Overall, my experience was average. The rent increase was much higher than expected, and I wasn't aware that annual rent increases were part of the policy, so that came as an unpleasant surprise. The food was another disappointment. There wasn't much variety or nutritional value, and many meals seemed heavily processed or fried. Fresh ingredients didn't appear to be a priority, and the quality could definitely be improved.

Was very happy with the information and the tour. Hopefully all works out for my mom. I was impressed with all the renovations that were being done to make the environment more up to date.

When I got there they said they were not notified that i was coming for a tour, I got one anyway. The person who gave us the tour was very friendly and accommodating. The facility was very clean and up to date. I didn't eat a meal there, but may come back to taste a meal. I question if I want to live in a community that is only seniors, I enjoy a multi-generational environment. I really like the West Milford area, I love a more natural setting rather then the urban landscape.

We didn't look at others. There were men and women, which were as a positive for my dad. They had activities (but not enough- supposedly that's at all these places). People seemed happy there. The place isn't perfect, could use more activities, but it was clean and people were in the common areas, dressed and clean - so that's something

The facility was very clean and neat. Most of the staff was very caring. I felt that the management and communication was a little unorganized.

You must ask questions. They will not come to you. The price was right. The rooms are ok in size, nice bathrooms. Activities are good. Choices for food.

I found this facility to be inviting when entering, the residents seem to be happy and comfortable. The tour was very informative and seeing what MiraVie has to offer was very educational to me being that it was my first tour of an assisted living , memory care facility.I was impressed to see it was clean and nicely appointed. As with many facilities in New Jersey the only draw back for me is the cost especially with the different levels in the memory care area, so for me it would be a financial reason not to choose Mira Vie other than that it would be a major contender!!

Staff was wonderful. Food was fairly simple and bland (mom's opinion). Care and ability to socialize was very good. Sometimes locking of the doors after it was hard for visitors. Maybe could be a better system for after our visitors.

They have caring staff. It is clean with decent sized rooms. The only negative was some belongings went missing but that could have been due to resident himself or other residents faulty memory. I would most definitely recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved one.

Absolutely loved it. The only reason I did not give 5 stars was the room choices for assisted living were not good. Very small. That was the deal breaker for me.

Nice facility, friendly, knowledgeable staff. Staff took the time to explain various options, including LTC.

My Aunt loves the food, she loves the programs as well. I am frustrated with diaper changes at night. My Aunt can't ring for the night nurse, as she is sleeping and because of that they don't come and she wakes up soaking wet in her diaper. I believe we will eventually be able to resolve this.

What we like the most about the community is that it is clean with no smell. The food is decent. There is a lot that can be done there such as different activities.