Page 17 of Best Memory Care in New Jersey

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 362 memory care providers in NJ using NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in NJ
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Info below is compiled from the NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Shore Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
MC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Toms River
149
Facility 149
NJ AVG 127
Rank #98 / 330
DNo
39
Facility 39
NJ AVG 43
Rank #187 / 361
-L Shore Gardens Rehabilitation And Nursing CenterMr. Aryeh Vinitsky
94.6%
Facility 94.6%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #29 / 290
6
42
Facility 42
NJ AVG 18
Rank #284 / 319
7.0
Facility 7.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #306 / 314
The Delaney of Bridgewater
MC
AL
IL
Bridgewater (Martinsville)
97
Facility 97
NJ AVG 127
Rank #231 / 330
D+Yes
5
Facility 5
NJ AVG 43
Rank #349 / 361
-Lcs Bridgewater Operations II LLCMs. Julianne Mackey
67.0%
Facility 67.0%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #213 / 290
4
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 18
Rank #172 / 319
3.0
Facility 3.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #197 / 314
Roosevelt Care Center At Old Bridge
MC
NH
SNF
Old Bridge
180
Facility 180
NJ AVG 127
Rank #51 / 330
ANo
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 43
Rank #309 / 361
-Middlesex County Improvement AuthorityMr. Evan Gold
92.2%
Facility 92.2%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #43 / 290
8
20
Facility 20
NJ AVG 18
Rank #203 / 319
2.5
Facility 2.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #165 / 314
Livia Health And Senior Living
MC
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
East Hanover
86
Facility 86
NJ AVG 127
Rank #251 / 330
C-No
42
Facility 42
NJ AVG 43
Rank #166 / 361
-Livia Health At East Hanover, LLCMs. Susan Roman
87.2%
Facility 87.2%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #77 / 290
9
28
Facility 28
NJ AVG 18
Rank #239 / 319
3.1
Facility 3.1
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #208 / 314
Careone At New Milford
MC
NH
RC
SNF
New Milford
236
Facility 236
NJ AVG 127
Rank #22 / 330
C-No
72
Facility 72
NJ AVG 43
Rank #56 / 361
-800 River Rd. Operating Co. L L CMr. Anthony Aiello
74.6%
Facility 74.6%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #172 / 290
11
54
Facility 54
NJ AVG 18
Rank #300 / 319
4.9
Facility 4.9
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #277 / 314
Optima Care Fountains
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Secaucus
334
Facility 334
NJ AVG 127
Rank #4 / 330
D-No
49
Facility 49
NJ AVG 43
Rank #142 / 361
-Optima Care Secaucus, LLCMr. Seth Rinn
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #98 / 290
17
62
Facility 62
NJ AVG 18
Rank #308 / 319
3.6
Facility 3.6
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #233 / 314
Mira Vie at Toms River
MC
AL
IL
RC
Toms River
140
Facility 140
NJ AVG 127
Rank #103 / 330
C-Yes
6
Facility 6
NJ AVG 43
Rank #345 / 361
StudioMira Vie At Toms River Opco LLCShanyn Muraczewski
79.3%
Facility 79.3%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #142 / 290
7
23
Facility 23
NJ AVG 18
Rank #217 / 319
3.3
Facility 3.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #216 / 314
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Montville
MC
Montville (Montville Township)
15
Facility 15
NJ AVG 127
Rank #326 / 330
C+Yes
21
Facility 21
NJ AVG 43
Rank #285 / 361
-Phnj, LLCElizabeth Nolan-2
5
Facility 5
NJ AVG 18
Rank #106 / 319
2.5
Facility 2.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #165 / 314
The Chelsea at Shrewsbury
MC
AL
Shrewsbury
110
Facility 110
NJ AVG 127
Rank #178 / 330
D-Yes
73
Facility 73
NJ AVG 43
Rank #53 / 361
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedShp Vi Shrewsbury, LLCMs. Meghan Windrem
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #202 / 290
4
21
Facility 21
NJ AVG 18
Rank #208 / 319
5.3
Facility 5.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #290 / 314
Mattison Crossing
MC
AL
Freehold
199
Facility 199
NJ AVG 127
Rank #40 / 330
DYes
57
Facility 57
NJ AVG 43
Rank #97 / 361
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedVop Mattison Crossing, LLCMs. Maria Ricciardi
76.9%
Facility 76.9%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #158 / 290
7
41
Facility 41
NJ AVG 18
Rank #280 / 319
5.9
Facility 5.9
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #297 / 314

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Overview of Shore Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Shore Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center provides a warm and welcoming environment for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. This 149-bed facility offers a wide range of services designed to meet each resident’s individual needs. Residents can access physical, occupational, and speech therapy five days a week to improve function, coordination, and communication skills. A dedicated team works closely with residents to enhance mobility, manage pain, and assist with daily activities.

Long-term care services provide individualized programs for complex medical needs. This includes assistance with daily living, wound care, and post-surgical recovery. Residents receive compassionate support with 24-hour nursing care. This includes medication management, ongoing clinical assessment, and support for their emotional, spiritual, and social well-being. Shore Gardens also partners with Serenity Hospice Company to offer specialized care for patients with serious illnesses. At Shore Gardens, the priority is to make residents feel at home while receiving the highest quality care.

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The Delaney of Bridgewater

901 Frontier Rd, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Overview of The Delaney of Bridgewater

Overlooking the tranquil community of Bridgewater, NJ, The Delaney of Bridgewater is a trusted senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Here, residents can select from convenient and well-appointed accommodations tailored to the needs and preferences of their residents. With a highly equipped and compassionate team, residents can acquire the utmost care and support that they deserve.

Offering classic amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: basic cable television, fitness center, library, telephone service, business office services, dining services, garage parking, general store, handyman services, and rehabilitative services. Meet new people and create unforgettable memories within the beautifully made shared spaces of this community. With Delaney of Bridgewater, seniors are assured of a worthwhile living experience.

Starting Price $6,850/Month

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Overview of Roosevelt Care Center at Old Bridge

Roosevelt Care Center at Old Bridge provides nursing home care, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite care in Old Bridge, NJ. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. The combination may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a supervised setting.

The community has 180 beds, which means more residents, staff, and usually programming within the setting. Total nurse staffing is 4h 29m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means the resident or family pays directly. The community opened in 2011.

Respite care provides a short-term stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Mr. Evan Gold serves as the administrator, and Middlesex County Improvement Authority operates the community.

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Overview of Livia Health and Senior Living

Livia Health and Senior Living provides nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in East Hanover, New Jersey. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice supports residents at the end of life, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management during serious illness.

Respite care provides a short stay when a person’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels may make Livia Health and Senior Living a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, because care can change without leaving the community. The community has 86 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours and 59 minutes per resident per day. That figure represents the daily nursing time assigned to each resident.

A pool gives residents an on site place for aquatic activity, while rehabilitation services provide access to rehabilitation within the community’s care offerings. A Walk Score of 42 places the area in a car dependent band, so most errands require a car or a ride, which matters for a resident who no longer drives. Families can pay through Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay. Ms. Susan Roman serves as the administrator, and Livia Health At East Hanover operates the community.

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Overview of Careone at New Milford

Careone at New Milford offers nursing home care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in New Milford, NJ. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia. Respite care offers a short term stay when a family caregiver needs time to travel, recover, or manage other responsibilities. The combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs change over time or a family caregiver who needs a temporary care arrangement.

Careone at New Milford has 236 beds, meaning more residents, staff, and programming than a smaller community. Total nurse staffing is 3h 1m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nurse time assigned per resident. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help eligible residents whose savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay uses personal funds. Mr. Anthony Aiello serves as the administrator.

Physical therapy and rehabilitation services are available on site, so a resident can receive rehab without arranging transportation elsewhere. A beauty salon and barber shop allow residents to manage grooming on the property, while the culinary program focuses on fine dining. A Walk Score of 72 places the area in the very walkable band, with most errands possible on foot, which can help a resident who no longer drives get out independently.

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Overview of Optima Care Fountains

Optima Care Fountains is a nursing home in Secaucus, NJ, offering skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. Skilled nursing and nursing care provide licensed nursing on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom management during serious illness, and respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs or family circumstances may change over time. With 334 beds, the community has more residents, staff, and usually more programming than a smaller home. Rehabilitation services include short term rehabilitation, stroke rehabilitation and recovery, orthopedic rehabilitation, pulmonary rehabilitation for COPD, and IV therapy and treatment.

Residents can also use the salon and spa, therapeutic recreation, and pet therapy, which add on site activities and services beyond daily care. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted; Medicare can apply to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay uses the resident’s or family’s funds. Total nurse staffing is 5h 17m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned per resident. The area has a Walk Score of 49 / 100 and is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Mr. Seth Rinn serves as administrator, and Optima Care Secaucus operates the community.

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Overview of Mira Vie at Toms River

Mira Vie at Toms River, in Toms River, NJ, offers memory care, respite care, independent living, and assisted living services. Independent living refers to residing privately while utilizing community services, without daily care included. Assisted living resources aid in daily activities, while memory care operates in a secured, monitored environment. Respite provides a temporary accommodation.

Having four varieties in a single community allows for increasing needs to be satisfied without relocating. The 140 beds are located in studio apartments, with each resident having their own private space, and rates begin at $4,495 monthly.

Shanyn Muraczewski serves as the administrator for Mira Vie at Toms River Opco LLC, the managing entity. The fitness center, salon and spa, and walking paths are available for residents, along with transportation and rehabilitation services. Pets can accompany you too.

Starting Price $4,495/Month

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Overview of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Montville

Montville, NJ, is the location of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Montville, which provides memory care as its sole type of service. The environment is monitored and designed for individuals with dementia, appropriate for someone whose cognition has altered to the extent that they require supervision.

Memory care starts at $5,950 monthly. Staff members are available around the clock, and medication management is provided for residents who require help managing their medications. Respite care is available as well, a brief stay organized for when a family’s primary caregiver has travel plans or is recovering.

Two specific programs operate here, the HOPE Program and the Spark Program, in addition to Parkinson’s care included in the service offerings. Pets are permitted, and residents have access to walking paths and a garden.

Elizabeth Nolan serves as the administrator for Phnj, LLC, which runs the community. Fifteen beds create a small residence, the type where staff and residents become familiar with one another, making it suited to someone preferring a more intimate setting.

Starting Price $5,950/Month

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The Chelsea at Shrewsbury

515 Shrewsbury Ave, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702
Overview of The Chelsea at Shrewsbury

The Chelsea at Shrewsbury offers assisted living and memory care in Shrewsbury, NJ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident maintains a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and having both care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 110 beds, with 70% occupancy, meaning 70% of those beds were filled at the time measured. Housing includes studios, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences. A studio offers one private living space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together.

A Walk Score of 73 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Pets are allowed, and Ms. Meghan Windrem serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Mattison Crossing

Mattison Crossing is a dedicated assisted living and memory care community in Freehold, NJ, that offers personal and specialized care for older adults and those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Fostering comfort and familiarity, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for with its home-like setting. A maintenance-free living is also guaranteed, as exceptional services, including all-day dining with chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping, and laundry services, are provided. The community also works closely with residents to create care plans tailored to their needs and preferences. 

Educational programs, social events, and cultural activities ensure residents continue to learn in their later years and live actively. A cafe, wrap-around porch, and walking paths are also available for residents’ leisure and wellness. With its ideal location in the peaceful residential area of Freehold, the community ensures accessibility and convenience. This assisted living and memory care community is one of the best choices for senior living in New Jersey. 

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Memory Care in New Jersey at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 43/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in New Jersey. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 127The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New Jersey. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in New Jersey

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in New Jersey?

Assisted living in New Jersey supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does New Jersey Medicaid cover memory care?

New Jersey Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including New Jersey) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 362 memory care communities in New Jersey. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in New Jersey?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in New Jersey, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in New Jersey?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.