Page 7 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.
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.
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.
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.
Montclair Care Center
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Montclair
64
Facility 64
NJ AVG 126
Rank #287 / 331
No
78
Facility 78
NJ AVG 43
Rank #37 / 363
-Montclair Care Center, LLCJoshua Rosenberg
73.4%
Facility 73.4%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #177 / 288
A7
18
Facility 18
NJ AVG 18
Rank #198 / 320
2.6
Facility 2.6
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #177 / 315
Magnolia Gardens
MC
AL
RC
Toms River
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 126
Rank #132 / 331
No
11
Facility 11
NJ AVG 43
Rank #333 / 363
-Magnolia Gardens South, LPRobert Graziano
76.7%
Facility 76.7%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #156 / 288
B+7
10
Facility 10
NJ AVG 18
Rank #155 / 320
1.4
Facility 1.4
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #103 / 315
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne
MC
AL
IL
RC
Wayne (Paterson-Hamburg Turnpike)
56
Facility 56
NJ AVG 126
Rank #297 / 331
No
68
Facility 68
NJ AVG 43
Rank #70 / 363
-Arden Courts 800 Hamburg Turnpike, LLCMs. Katherine Harrison
60.7%
Facility 60.7%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #239 / 288
A-6
7
Facility 7
NJ AVG 18
Rank #129 / 320
1.2
Facility 1.2
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #84 / 315
Thrive at Montvale
MC
AL
IL
RC
Montvale
140
Facility 140
NJ AVG 126
Rank #103 / 331
Yes
10
Facility 10
NJ AVG 43
Rank #338 / 363
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedMontvale Opco, LLCSahar Edalati
49.3%
Facility 49.3%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #264 / 288
A-4
6
Facility 6
NJ AVG 18
Rank #123 / 320
1.5
Facility 1.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #106 / 315
Brightview Woodbury Lake
MC
AL
Woodbury (Deptford Township)
87
Facility 87
NJ AVG 126
Rank #249 / 331
Yes
36
Facility 36
NJ AVG 43
Rank #210 / 363
Studio / Suite / 1 BedBh Brightview Woodbury Lake Opco, LLCMs. . Tracy Gill
74.7%
Facility 74.7%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #167 / 288
A-8
8
Facility 8
NJ AVG 18
Rank #138 / 320
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #64 / 315
Sunrise of Summit
MC
AL
Summit
97
Facility 97
NJ AVG 126
Rank #232 / 331
Yes
71
Facility 71
NJ AVG 43
Rank #59 / 363
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSummit Opco, LLCMs. Courtney Catrone
75.3%
Facility 75.3%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #163 / 288
B-4
10
Facility 10
NJ AVG 18
Rank #155 / 320
2.5
Facility 2.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #165 / 315
Sunrise of Old Tappan
MC
AL
HOS
Old Tappan
108
Facility 108
NJ AVG 126
Rank #186 / 331
Yes
33
Facility 33
NJ AVG 43
Rank #221 / 363
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSzr Old Tappan Assisted Living, LLCMrs. Shain Cohen
63.9%
Facility 63.9%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #227 / 288
B-2
5
Facility 5
NJ AVG 18
Rank #106 / 320
2.5
Facility 2.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #165 / 315
Brandywine The Sycamore
MC
AL
NH
RC
Shrewsbury
130
Facility 130
NJ AVG 126
Rank #116 / 331
No
55
Facility 55
NJ AVG 43
Rank #110 / 363
-Well Bl Opco LLCMr. Nathaniel Taylor
75.4%
Facility 75.4%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #162 / 288
B+8
12
Facility 12
NJ AVG 18
Rank #172 / 320
1.5
Facility 1.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #106 / 315
Brandywine Howell
MC
AL
RC
Howell Township
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 126
Rank #132 / 331
Yes
37
Facility 37
NJ AVG 43
Rank #200 / 363
-Well Brandywine Howell LLCAnthony Duma-A2
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 18
Rank #37 / 320
0.5
Facility 0.5
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #38 / 315
Complete Care At Green Acres
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Toms River
167
Facility 167
NJ AVG 126
Rank #71 / 331
No
11
Facility 11
NJ AVG 43
Rank #333 / 363
-Green Acres Rehab And Nursing, LLCMr. David Dachs
89.8%
Facility 89.8%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #62 / 288
A7
20
Facility 20
NJ AVG 18
Rank #203 / 320
2.9
Facility 2.9
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #192 / 315

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other NJ memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 362 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Montclair Care Center

Montclair Care Center in Montclair, New Jersey, delivers skilled nursing, memory care, hospice, and short-term respite stays within a 64-bed setting. Memory care programs utilize a secured environment tailored for individuals needing close supervision due to cognitive impairment. Subacute rehabilitation options support residents working to recover physical function, while temporary respite stays offer temporary support when regular family caregivers require time away.

Administrator Joshua Rosenberg manages operational oversight at the facility. Daily nursing care averages 3 hours and 27 minutes per resident. Amenities feature an outdoor patio and a full-service beauty and barber salon. Earning a walk score of 78, the central location allows residents to access local shops, cafes, and pharmacies on foot. Financial arrangements accept Medicare for qualifying short-term care, Medicaid, and private funds.

Families considering care options can connect with Montclair Care Center to review current admissions, inquire about specific therapy programs, or organize a physical walkthrough of the building.

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Overview of Magnolia Gardens

Magnolia Gardens provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Toms River, NJ. Assisted living includes help with daily activities, while memory care supports residents with memory impairment through the community’s Serenity Place program. Respite care offers a short term stay when a family caregiver is traveling or recovering.

Residents can choose private or semi private rooms, whether they prefer to live alone or share a room. The community has 100 beds. Scheduled transportation covers shopping, banking, and doctor’s appointments, with wheelchair accessible vehicles available for those trips.

An on site salon is available, and rehabilitation services provide access to therapy through the community. Religious services and social and activity programs are also offered. The combination of assisted living, memory care, and respite care may suit a resident whose care needs may change or a family seeking short term support.

Medicaid and Medicare are accepted as payment options. Medicaid can help families whose savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare generally applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Mr. Robert Lapid serves as administrator, and Magnolia Gardens South operates the community.

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Overview of Arden Courts a ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne

Arden Courts Memory Care Community, stationed on Hamburg Turnpike in Wayne, embraces the specific needs of individuals affected by memory loss. Employing a team of specially trained caregivers, this community is geared to care for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. The community is laid out with inviting common spaces, a homely kitchen, family rooms, and walking paths encapsulated within secure courtyards to ensure both the safety and comfort of residents.

Arden Courts advances structured, engaging programs seven days a week, personalized for all degrees of dementia. These programs capitalize on lifelong experiences and familiar routines. The facility comprises four separate houses, each featuring private bedrooms with half-baths, and a few shared rooms. Here, all utilities are included, making Arden Courts a comprehensive and considerate choice among memory care communities.

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Thrive at Montvale

110 Summit Ave, Montvale, NJ 07645
Overview of Thrive at Montvale

Administered by Sahar Edalati, Thrive at Montvale is a 140-bed assisted living community in Montvale, New Jersey, on a scenic campus near Lake Tappan and the Garden State Parkway. Operated by Thrive at Montvale, the home spans three stories and offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans suited to an array of needs and preferences.

The facility is designed to cater to residents across the senior living spectrum. It offers assisted living for those needing daily support with personal care and activities, independent living for occupants wanting community and amenities without attentive assistance, memory care for people with cognitive changes, and respite care for short-term stays. Transportation services help residents with errands and outings. The car-dependent location in Montvale has a Walk Score of 10, so a vehicle is needed for most activities and destinations. That suburban setting charms occupants valuing a calmer, residential neighborhood over an urban environment. Occupancy currently sits at 49 percent, mirroring the home’s ongoing growth and available openings for new residents.

State inspections address compliance and resident safety. Thrive at Montvale’s inspection record shows a history of oversight consistent with standards, with findings that have centered on administrative and documentation matters.

For families thinking of choosing the home, a tour and talk with the administrator can clarify daily operations and what each level of care includes.

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Overview of Brightview Woodbury Lake

Based in Woodbury, NJ, Brightview Woodbury Lake is a dedicated senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services. Residents enjoy a delightful retirement experience at the comfort of their beautifully designed apartments, with a wide selection of studio apartments, companion, and one bedroom apartments to choose from. A team of dedicated team members are available to provide compassionate support any time of the day.

At Brightview Woodbury Lake, residents can look forward to vibrant and fulfilling days with a well-curated calendar of activities and a broad range of convenient amenities. Residents enjoy plenty of spacious community rooms, comfortable conversation areas for socializing with friends, and inviting outdoor areas for relaxation. An emergency call system and secured entry system adds to residents’ security and peace of mind.

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Overview of Sunrise of Summit

Ideally situated in downtown Summit, NJ, Sunrise of Summit is an excellent senior living community that offers top-notch assisted living and memory care services. Residents enjoy a highly personalized experience, with everything tailored to their desires and needs. The community boasts relaxing common areas, comfortable private suites, and charming outdoor spaces like gardens, patios, and walking paths. Seniors can engage in various activities or simply enjoy quiet moments, making each day fulfilling and enjoyable.

Focused on empowering residents to live their best lives, the serene and engaging community provides a park-like environment where residents can relax and socialize. The community features an expansive restaurant-style menu with organic and cage-free options, afternoon happy hours, and a delightful weekend brunch. A 24-hour bistro offers fresh coffee, tea, homemade cookies, and seasonal fruit. With housekeeping, laundry, and daily trash removal taken care of, residents can focus on enjoying their days to the fullest.

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Overview of Sunrise of Old Tappan

Enjoy a luxurious retirement experience with Sunrise of Old Tappan, a premium senior living community in Old Tappan, NJ, offering assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. The community provides residents with personalized services and a maintenance-free living experience in the comfort of their bright, spacious, and stunning apartments. Dedicated to promoting the health, safety, and well-being of its residents, the community has been rewarded with a WELL Health-safety Rating that gives residents peace of mind.

A brimming calendar of programs, activities, and social events are also provided to help residents achieve a fulfilling and rewarding living experience. Their dedicated in-house chef carefully prepares flavorful meals with residents’ unique dietary needs and tastes in mind for an enjoyable dining experience. At Sunrise of Old Tappan, residents are encouraged to live their golden years to their full potential.

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Overview of Brandywine the Sycamore

A prominent senior living community residing in the quiet neighborhood of Meridian Way, Shrewsbury, NJ, Brandywine the Sycamore offers assisted living and memory care. Enjoy unparalleled comfort and safety with the cozy and sophisticated accommodations of Brandywine the Sycamore. Experience a worry-free retirement with a compassionate and well-trained team caring for residents’ special needs and preferences around the clock.

Have a fun time in the library and participate in engaging activities for enjoyment and wellness. Feel good with delicious and healthy meals satisfying cravings and dietary needs.
With its convenient and wonderful amenities, residents create unforgettable moments with friends and live an active lifestyle. Brandywine the Sycamore was awarded US News’ Best Assisted Living for its top-notch care and assistance.

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Overview of Brandywine Howell

Settling in the quiet neighborhood of Meridian Pl, Howell Township, NJ, Brandywine Howell is an idyllic senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care. The community features snug and sophisticated accommodations, ensuring seniors live in comfort and luxury. With a respectful and highly skilled team caring for residents’ needs and aspirations, Brandywine Howell goes above and beyond in delivering top-notch care and assistance for residents to live as they prefer.

Rekindle old interests and explore new ideas with fun activities and engaging programs conducted for seniors to maintain an active and happy lifestyle. Indulge in delightful and nutritious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Brandywine Howell strives to provide unmatched quality of service for seniors to spend a wonderful retirement with its stunning community brimming with convenient amenities. As proof of its high standard, Brandywine Howell was recognized as US News’ Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care.

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Overview of Complete Care at Green Acres

Complete Care at Green Acres provides nursing home, skilled nursing, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, and respite care in Toms River, NJ. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock, while nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing assistance. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, hospice care focuses on comfort at the end of life, and palliative care addresses comfort during serious illness. Respite care provides a short stay for a resident whose usual caregiver needs time away to travel or recover.

The community has 167 beds, accommodating more residents, staff, and usually more programming than a smaller setting. Occupancy is 90%, so most beds are currently occupied. Total nurse staffing is 3h 14m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nurse time allocated per resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can apply to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means the family pays directly. Rehabilitation services and short term rehab support a temporary recovery period, while post acute care addresses needs following hospitalization. Specialized programs include bariatric, cardiac, neuro and stroke, pulmonary, renal, and psychology or psychiatric care, with programs organized around those documented clinical needs. Mr. David Dachs serves as administrator, and Green Acres Rehab And Nursing operates the community. Complete Care at Green Acres may be a good fit for someone whose needs range from short term rehabilitation to ongoing nursing or memory care, or for a family seeking respite care.

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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: 126The 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.