Paterson Continuing Care Retirement Communities

Before you search for a Paterson assisted living facility (ALF), read what we've discovered on the "Silk City."

The Passaic River snakes through Paterson. Along the river are the Great Falls, a 77-foot high tower of water that produces enormous volume and was the impetus for the city's founding by Alexander Hamilton. Hamilton saw the Falls for their industrial application - powering watermills for industries such as firearms and textiles, primarily silk. Today, you can visit the Great Falls National Historic Park by car or by foot over a bridge.

To learn about the city's industrial history, visit the Paterson Museum in the Old Great Falls Historic District. Inside you'll find the Fenian Ram, a 19^th century submarine designed to be used by the Irish Republican Brotherhood against the British. Other artifacts include a large collection of early Colt firearms and industrial equipment used in the silk-weaving.

Lambert Castle was built in 1892 by Catholina Lambert, a scion of the silk industry. It serves as a library and museum complete with a 75-foot observation tower that provides views of New York City.

Here are a few financial facts that will give you perspective on your search for Paterson assisted living. The overall cost of living in Paterson is 40% higher than the U.S. average. According to a Genworth Financial survey, a one-bedroom in a Paterson assisted living facility averages $6,624 a month. A private room in a nursing home averages $10,190 a month, while a semi-private averages $9,308 a day. The services of a home health aide average $3,813 a month and homemaker services average $3,718 a month.

Picking the right Paterson assisted living facility is easier with the tips in "How to Select a Facility."