Page 4 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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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.
Sunrise of Wall
MC
AL
HOS
Wall Township (Osbornes Mills)
90
Facility 90
NJ AVG 127
Rank #245 / 330
AYes
53
Facility 53
NJ AVG 43
Rank #123 / 361
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSzr Wall Assisted Living, LLCMr. Brian Cook
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #202 / 290
5
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #68 / 319
0.6
Facility 0.6
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #48 / 314
Spring Oak at Berlin
MC
AL
RC
Berlin
115
Facility 115
NJ AVG 127
Rank #166 / 330
AYes
20
Facility 20
NJ AVG 43
Rank #291 / 361
-Spring Oak Assisted Living At Voorhees LLCSherry Kohl
69.6%
Facility 69.6%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #204 / 290
5
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #68 / 319
0.6
Facility 0.6
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #48 / 314
The Residence at Basking Ridge
MC
AL
IL
RC
Basking Ridge
138
Facility 138
NJ AVG 127
Rank #108 / 330
A+Yes
5
Facility 5
NJ AVG 43
Rank #349 / 361
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedLcb Baskinig Ridge, LLCAllison Kuiken-3
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 319
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 314
The Bristal at Englewood
MC
AL
IL
Englewood
288
Facility 288
NJ AVG 127
Rank #9 / 330
B+Yes
71
Facility 71
NJ AVG 43
Rank #59 / 361
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedEb Care At Englewood, LLCMs. Tiffany Nelson
40.6%
Facility 40.6%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #284 / 290
4
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 18
Rank #172 / 319
3.0
Facility 3.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #197 / 314
Brighton Gardens of Florham Park
MC
AL
Florham Park
132
Facility 132
NJ AVG 127
Rank #110 / 330
A-Yes
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 43
Rank #262 / 361
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSjv 1 Florham Park Opco LLCMr. Roland Chavis
82.6%
Facility 82.6%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #121 / 290
6
5
Facility 5
NJ AVG 18
Rank #106 / 319
0.8
Facility 0.8
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #59 / 314
Care One At Wayne – Alr
MC
AL
NH
Wayne (Packanack Lake)
59
Facility 59
NJ AVG 127
Rank #294 / 330
ANo
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 43
Rank #262 / 361
-493 Black Oak Ridge Road, LLCMs. Louisa Del Corpo
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #1 / 290
6
4
Facility 4
NJ AVG 18
Rank #86 / 319
0.7
Facility 0.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #52 / 314
Brightview Eatontown
MC
AL
IL
Eatontown
100
Facility 100
NJ AVG 127
Rank #208 / 330
AYes
62
Facility 62
NJ AVG 43
Rank #90 / 361
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedBrightview Eatontown, LLCTamyres Camargo-2
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 319
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 314
The Actors Fund Home
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Englewood
107
Facility 107
NJ AVG 127
Rank #193 / 330
A+No
95
Facility 95
NJ AVG 43
Rank #3 / 361
-Actors' Fund Of America, IncMr. Jordan Strohl
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #80 / 290
8
23
Facility 23
NJ AVG 18
Rank #217 / 319
2.9
Facility 2.9
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #192 / 314
Complete Care at Cedar Grove
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Cedar Grove
190
Facility 190
NJ AVG 127
Rank #42 / 330
ANo
20
Facility 20
NJ AVG 43
Rank #291 / 361
-Complete Care At Waterview, LLCJoseph Marx
93.7%
Facility 93.7%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #34 / 290
7
34
Facility 34
NJ AVG 18
Rank #255 / 319
4.9
Facility 4.9
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #277 / 314
The Village At Meadowbrook
MC
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Matawan
70
Facility 70
NJ AVG 127
Rank #276 / 330
A-No
76
Facility 76
NJ AVG 43
Rank #41 / 361
-Matawan Alf Operations LLCMs. Bianca Macciola
92.9%
Facility 92.9%
NJ AVG 76.1%
Rank #36 / 290
6
10
Facility 10
NJ AVG 18
Rank #155 / 319
1.7
Facility 1.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #117 / 314

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Overview of Sunrise of Wall

Sunrise of Wall is a senior living community located just a short drive from the Jersey Shore beaches in Wall, New Jersey. The community helps residents continue pursuing their hobbies and interests while enjoying the company of good friends and neighbors, with room rates starting at $6,597 per month. At Sunrise of Wall, residents will find hands-on, personalized care, as every aspect of the community is designed with their success in mind. The team is committed to supporting residents’ independence, balancing safety and security with autonomy and choice, and working closely with each individual to develop a flexible, customized care plan.

Residents at Sunrise of Wall enjoy a chore-free lifestyle, leaving them ample time to pursue their interests and explore new hobbies. The community offers an engaging lifestyle with a variety of clubs, such as baking, walking, and floral arranging, as well as restaurant-style dining with opportunities for residents to share their requests and family recipes with the culinary team. Sunrise of Wall features a range of private suite options, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, and residents can enjoy a touch of pampering with visits to the on-site beauty salon and barbershop. Conveniently located in Wall, NJ, the community is just minutes from dining options, convenient stores, and the famed Jersey Shore beaches, as well as close to Fairway Mews Golf Club, Spring Lake Golf Club, and the Jersey Shore Medical Center.

Starting Price $5,958/Month

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Spring Oak at Berlin

396 S White Horse Pike, Berlin, NJ 08009
Overview of Spring Oak at Berlin

Spring Oak Berlin, located in Berlin, NJ, fosters a vibrant assisted living and memory care community for seniors. Their philosophy prioritizes resident well-being and a sense of belonging. The dedicated team at Spring Oak Berlin ensures all residents receive the care they need while allowing them to still maintain their independence. Residents in this community enjoy spacious apartments with convenient amenities such as a kitchenette, full baths, and a state-of-the-art emergency response system.

Floorplans include studios, one and two bedrooms as well as shared apartments. The real magic lies in the vibrant social scene. A rich calendar of activities for assisted senior living keeps residents engaged and connected. From social outings and fitness classes to movie nights and game nights, there’s something for everyone. Spring Oak Berlin epitomizes the word community through resident-led clubs and events, allowing residents to discover new hobbies, reconnect with old passions, and build lasting friendships.

Starting Price $5,025/Month

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Overview of The Residence at Basking Ridge

Burrowed in the enticing neighborhood of Basking Ridge, NJ, The Residence at Basking Ridge is an idyllic senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Spacious and well-appointed accommodations with several floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom are available for its residents. Having a trained and dedicated team, residents can receive round-the-clock care and support to ensure their comfort and security.

With its top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: restaurant-style dining room with daily made-to-order breakfast and dinner, weekly housekeeping and line services, and scheduled transportation available by fleet transportation service. Participate in diverse social activities and recreational programs. Meet new people and create meaningful memories in the beautiful shared spaces of this community. With The Residence at Basking Ridge, seniors are assured of a retirement worth remembering.

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Overview of The Bristal at Englewood

The Bristal at Englewood is a dedicated retirement community in Englewood, NJ, that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community also promotes a nurturing and home-like environment, ensuring residents can keep their peace of mind in retirement. Residents also experience maintenance-free living, with three delicious, specialized meal plans, daily housekeeping services, and 24-hour security surveillance. Through personalized care plans, the community strives to improve residents’ quality of life. 

Social events, cultural programs, and various games allow residents to explore new interests and have fun. With a performing arts center, a cinema, and a putting green, residents have more options for recreation and wellness. TMS Health Center, restaurants, shops, and public transportation are also located nearby, providing residents with quick access to healthcare and other necessities. This retirement community has exceptional standards of care, making it an ideal choice for senior living in New Jersey. 

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Overview of Brighton Gardens of Florham Park

Brighton Gardens of Florham Park is located in the charming suburban area of Florham Park, NJ, just west of New York City. This senior living community offers a range of care options, including Assisted Living, Memory Care, Short-Term Stays, and Hospice Coordination. Residents enjoy engaging in a variety of activities and social events in the recently renovated and stylish living areas. The community is close to local attractions like the Papermill Playhouse and the Morristown Museum, as well as shopping in downtown Madison, Morristown, and the Short Hills Mall.

The community prides itself on building deep connections between residents and team members, many of whom have been there for over a decade. The comprehensive amenities include brain fitness games, physical exercise, and small group functions. The in-house chef prepares meals from scratch using seasonal ingredients. Additionally, the community offers services like housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and more to ensure a hassle-free lifestyle for all residents.

Price range $3,982 - $9,515/Month

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Overview of Care One at Wayne – Alr

Care One at Wayne, Alr offers assisted living, Memory Care, and Nursing Care in Wayne, NJ. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private apartment; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering; and nursing care supports residents who need ongoing nursing assistance. Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

The community has 87 beds, and Ms. Louisa Del Corpo serves as the administrator. Staff are present around the clock, so assistance is available at any hour. Restaurant-style dining with gourmet food gives residents meals in a restaurant-style setting, while the library and movie theater offer places to read or watch films on site.

Sensory therapy provides a structured activity centered on sensory engagement. Post-Acute Care & Rehab and rehabilitation services can support recovery of strength or function after a medical event, while Palliative & Hospice Care addresses comfort-focused needs for residents with serious illness. Respite care provides a short stay while a usual caregiver travels, recovers, or takes needed time away, making the combination of assisted living, memory care, nursing care, rehabilitation, and respite services potentially suitable for a resident whose care needs or caregiving arrangements may change over time.

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Overview of Brightview Eatontown

Set in the welcoming neighborhood of Eatontown, NJ, the Brightview Eatontown is a distinguished senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Beautifully appointed and spacious accommodations with varying floor plans are available for its residents based on their needs. In terms of memory care, this community offers innovative memory care services through its Wellspring Village Neighborhood.

With over 20 years of senior living experience, the community is committed to delivering exceptional amenities and services. Indulge in delightful and healthy chef-prepared meals every day, beauty salon, fitness room, and art studio. Explore its beautifully designed common spaces such as the walking loop and outdoor gardens. Have fun in its interactive daily programs and activities to further social engagement. With Brightview Eatontown, seniors are guaranteed a living experience worth remembering.

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Overview of The Actors Fund Home

The Actors Fund Home in Englewood, NJ, carries nursing home care and assisted living too. Help with the daily routine is what the assisted living side means for a resident with a private space of their own, and memory care watches over residents who might wander. A resident whose needs arise can shift levels and stay in the same home.

Short-Stay Rehabilitation and Short-Term Rehab cover a temporary stay focused on recovery, and a temporary stay focused on recovery, and the home has 107 beds. The nursing figure is 5 hours and 21 minutes per resident daily.

Any of Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay can be used. The Walk Score here is 95, a walker’s paradise. Jordan Strohl is administrator, and Actors’ Fund of America, Inc. operates the home.

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Overview of Complete Care at Cedar Grove

Complete Care at Cedar Grove in Cedar Grove, NJ, delivers continuous nursing home care, skilled nursing, memory care, hospice, palliative support, and respite stays. Nursing care and skilled nursing services provide ongoing clinical supervision, while memory care offers structured oversight in a secured area for residents at risk of wandering. Palliative and hospice care emphasize pain management and comfort, whereas respite stays offer temporary relief for primary family caregivers.

Housing 190 beds, the community accepts payment through Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds. Daily nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 39 minutes per resident. Healthcare programs encompass post-acute rehabilitation, postsurgical and orthopedic recovery, cardiac care, stroke rehabilitation, pulmonary support, bariatric services, and psychological care.

Positioned in a suburban area, local travel and errands generally require personal vehicles or arranged medical transportation.

Prospective representatives seeking long-term nursing oversight or short-term rehabilitation can contact the facility management to evaluate care options or arrange a visit.

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Overview of The Village at Meadowbrook

Respite care, memory care, assisted living, skilled nursing, and nursing home care are the five things The Village at Meadowbrook covers in Matawan, NJ. Assisted living means a resident gets help with bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care puts supervision and a secured setting together for a resident who might wander. The two nursing designations carry licensed nursing that does not stop at the end of a shift.

A family books respite around something already fixed on the calendar, a wedding or a funeral out of state. Five care types under one roof means a person needing a different level of support does not also need a different address.

Seventy beds are licensed here, with occupancy at 92.9 percent. The area counts as very walkable at 76, so most errands stay within reach on foot, and a non-driver keeps hold of them.

Enrichment Activities appear on the program list. Rehabilitation services and short-term rehab are both listed, which is what a recovery stay runs on. Ms. Bianca Macciola is the administrator, and Matawan Alf Operations LLC operates the community.

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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.