The Montclair Inn's Past The Montclair Inn began life as a resort hotel in 1855, but it has also served as seminary, school, boarding house, and now a group residence for senior citizens.
The Montclair Inn was built in 1855 as a resort hotel. Four years later it became the Hillside Seminary for Young Ladies, but over the next century it slid considerably lower on the respectability scale. By the early 1990s it had degenerated to a boarding house of shady repute.
As sometimes happens, however, not only did the once-stately old home need a helping hand-- the community also needed affordable housing for senior citizens. Largely due to the efforts members of the city's Unitarian Church, the Montclair Shared Housing Association was formed and raised a half-million dollars to purchase the building.
Over the past seven years restoration efforts have turned the inn from little more than a decaying shell to a gracious, inviting residence for the elderly. Somehow it seems fitting that a grand old lady who once fell on hard times has been reborn as a haven for other worthy treasures of a caring community. The Montclair Inn is currently owned and maintained by the Montclair Shared Housing Association.
Perhaps best of all for residents is the surprisingly affordable cost. The comfortable lifestyle at the Montclair Inn contributes substantially to increased years of independent living. There are no entrance fees and the reasonable monthly charge includes all meals and amenities.
If you are a senior and you're looking for beautiful and professionally maintained place to live you can find it at The Montclair Inn.
The Inn is a wonderful place to live.
I think everyone living here would agree that it is wonderful.
For additional information, contact the Executive Director at: 973-746-8917 Montclair Shared Housing Association.
