Upgrades at Allendale Senior Living at 85 Harreton Road in Allendale included a fully renovated lobby and main dining room, which has already been completed under a plan by Marquis Health Consulting Services and facility’s in-house team. — Courtesy: Marquis
By Joshua Burd
The team behind a 146,000-square-foot assisted living and health care facility in Allendale has kicked off a multimillion-dollar renovation of the property.
According to Marquis Health Consulting Services, which provides administrative and consulting services to Allendale Senior Living, the upgrades at the campus are meant to modernize the community and elevate its amenities and services to reflect the evolving preferences of today’s seniors. Those improvements are underway at 85 Harreton Road and include a fully renovated lobby and main dining room, along with features such as two lounges and a bar and bistro area on the second floor, as well as a private dining room, salon and makers’ room.
The community’s movie theater will also get a makeover, as will the outdoor courtyards and landscaping, according to a news release. Importantly, Allendale’s Memory Care neighborhood has been reimagined and moved closer to the main Assisted Living section, featuring a secure courtyard, a dining room, an activity room and a lounge space.
“Allendale Senior Living was among the first campuses of its kind in North Jersey, and today remains one of the only continuum-of-care communities in the region,” said Lauren Everett, vice president of senior living services for Marquis. “Our vision is to offer residents the best of what is trending in assisted living, including upscale residences, resort-style amenities and distinctive lifestyle options.”
The repositioning follows a rebranding at Allendale Senior Living, formerly The Allendale Community for Mature Living, which sits on 12 acres just west of Route 17. The operator has tapped Michael Lebovics of ML Group to spearhead the design transformation of the building’s physical spaces.
“The overall look and feel is very clean and modern, with stone floors, wood and metal accents, and a sophisticated mix of textures and colors,” said Lebovics, whose firm has extensive experience renovating both senior communities and boutique multifamily properties.
Everett, meantime, noted that work is almost finished on the residences, which have upgraded bathrooms, kitchenettes, flooring and lighting. She also cited the continuing role of “engaging enrichment programs and activities,” including Allendale’s popular branded fitness program, Samba Fitness, as well as its virtual reality platform, Rendever, which allows residents to travel the world without leaving home.
“We continue to develop unique opportunities for residents to learn, experience and have fun,” she added. “Ultimately, we are working to position Allendale as the community of choice for discerning seniors.”
