Paterson Independent Living

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.”