Best Memory Care in Newark, NJ

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 14 memory care providers in Newark, 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
New Vista Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
MC
HOS
NH
SNF
Newark
340
Facility 340
NJ AVG 126
Rank #3 / 331
No
86
Facility 86
NJ AVG 43
Rank #17 / 363
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsVistacare, LLCMr. Yaakov Kleiman
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #154 / 288
C11
64
Facility 64
NJ AVG 18
Rank #310 / 320
5.8
Facility 5.8
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #295 / 315
Optima Care Castle Hill
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Union City
215
Facility 215
NJ AVG 126
Rank #29 / 331
No
97
Facility 97
NJ AVG 43
Rank #1 / 363
-Optima Care Union City, LLCMargot Domingo
60.5%
Facility 60.5%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #240 / 288
C-13
67
Facility 67
NJ AVG 18
Rank #312 / 320
5.2
Facility 5.2
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #289 / 315
Alaris Health at Belgrove
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Kearny
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 126
Rank #132 / 331
No
85
Facility 85
NJ AVG 43
Rank #21 / 363
-Sub Acute Rehabilitation Center At Kearny, LLCMs. . Alecia Charlton
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #91 / 288
C-10
29
Facility 29
NJ AVG 18
Rank #242 / 320
2.9
Facility 2.9
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #192 / 315
Forest Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Newark (Forest Hill)
120
Facility 120
NJ AVG 126
Rank #132 / 331
No
71
Facility 71
NJ AVG 43
Rank #59 / 363
-Forest Hill Snf Operations LLCMaria Levy
88.3%
Facility 88.3%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #68 / 288
D5
24
Facility 24
NJ AVG 18
Rank #224 / 320
4.8
Facility 4.8
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #273 / 315
Optima Care Fountains
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Secaucus
334
Facility 334
NJ AVG 126
Rank #4 / 331
No
49
Facility 49
NJ AVG 43
Rank #143 / 363
-Optima Care Secaucus, LLCMr. Seth Rinn
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #96 / 288
D-17
62
Facility 62
NJ AVG 18
Rank #308 / 320
3.6
Facility 3.6
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #233 / 315
New Community Extended Care Facility
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Newark (West Side)
180
Facility 180
NJ AVG 126
Rank #51 / 331
No
81
Facility 81
NJ AVG 43
Rank #27 / 363
-New Community Health Care, IncMs. Veronica Anyanwu-Onwunaka
47.8%
Facility 47.8%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #266 / 288
C-8
40
Facility 40
NJ AVG 18
Rank #278 / 320
5.0
Facility 5.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #280 / 315
Arbor Terrace Roseland
MC
AL
RC
Roseland
100
Facility 100
NJ AVG 126
Rank #209 / 331
Yes
34
Facility 34
NJ AVG 43
Rank #217 / 363
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedShp V Roseland, LLCMs. Shannon Basile
76.0%
Facility 76.0%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #157 / 288
A3
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 18
Rank #56 / 320
0.7
Facility 0.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #52 / 315
Arbor Terrace Middletown
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
Middletown Township (Hendrickson Corners)
104
Facility 104
NJ AVG 126
Rank #204 / 331
Yes
57
Facility 57
NJ AVG 43
Rank #98 / 363
Private RoomsShp V Middletown LLCMs. Nicole D'andrea
58.7%
Facility 58.7%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #243 / 288
A+4
1
Facility 1
NJ AVG 18
Rank #37 / 320
0.3
Facility 0.3
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #32 / 315
Atria Cranford
MC
AL
IL
Cranford
308
Facility 308
NJ AVG 126
Rank #5 / 331
Yes
64
Facility 64
NJ AVG 43
Rank #83 / 363
Studio / 1 BedWg Cranford Sh, LLCMs. Alma Rodriguez
63.6%
Facility 63.6%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #229 / 288
?4
4
Facility 4
NJ AVG 18
Rank #86 / 320
1.0
Facility 1.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #64 / 315
The Bristal at Waldwick
MC
AL
Waldwick
93
Facility 93
NJ AVG 126
Rank #244 / 331
Yes
15
Facility 15
NJ AVG 43
Rank #320 / 363
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsEngel Burman Senior Care At Waldwick, LLCMrs. Colette Peteet
77.4%
Facility 77.4%
NJ AVG 75.8%
Rank #152 / 288
?2
0
Facility 0
NJ AVG 18
Rank #1 / 320
0.0
Facility 0.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 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 14 analyzed for Newark. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Arbor Terrace Middletown

Nestled in the charming neighborhood of Monmouth County, Arbor Terrace Middletown offers a peaceful retreat where residents can thrive. It is one of the premier assisted living communities that goes above and beyond to provide exceptional retirement services. This remarkable home offers a range of options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. With a focus on creating a supportive and engaging environment, Arbor Terrace Middletown has garnered positive memory care reviews and is recognized as a leader in the industry.

The community is renowned for its commitment to excellence and has received accolades for its high standards and exceptional culture. In addition to the warm and welcoming atmosphere, Arbor Terrace Middletown offers a host of amenities and programs that cater to the unique needs of each resident. From concierge services and housekeeping to scheduled transportation and a full range of activities, every aspect of daily life is designed to enhance the well-being and enjoyment of residents.

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Overview of Arbor Terrace Roseland

Arbor Terrace Roseland is a premier assisted living and memory care community located in Essex County, New Jersey. With a focus on creating meaningful moments and delightful surprises, residents can thrive in a safe and caring environment. This care community offers multiple dining venues, a salon and spa, a library, a movie theater, and inviting common spaces for socializing. Residents get to enjoy chef-prepared meals and engaging daily events, including outings to local attractions like the Newark Museum.

Arbor Terrace Roseland provides personalized care at different levels, including their specialized memory care facility, Evergreen, designed for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. They are staffed with compassionate caregivers and clinicians trained to support the physical, mental, and social well-being of residents. With a convenient location near parks, gardens, and shopping centers, Arbor Terrace Roseland offers a vibrant lifestyle within reach of the best of Essex County and less than an hour from New York City. The community is dedicated to providing exceptional care and creating a thriving community where residents can enjoy a fulfilling and enriched life.

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Overview of Alaris Health at Belgrove

Welcoming seniors with a serene atmosphere, Alaris Health at Belgrove is an exceptional senior living community located in Kearny, NJ, that offers a warm, supportive, and uplifting environment for post-hospitalization short-term rehabilitation patients and long-term residents alike. The experienced, dedicated, and compassionate team ensures that the needs of every resident are fully met, treating each individual as a valued member of the community family.

The community offers nearly complete services for its residents, from therapies, clinical care, respiratory care, dementia, hospice, psychiatric, and dental services, ensuring that every little aspect is being taken care of. Top-tier care is also provided, encompassing the complex clinical services essential for long-term residents and post-hospital rehabilitation patients. With Alaris Health at Belgrove commitment to excellence, seniors can receive specialized care in a comfortable, convenient, and compassionate environment.

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Overview of New Vista Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

New Vista Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a community that inspires residents to grow as better individuals through their enhanced lifestyle in a vibrant and positive environment. The nursing home proudly offers a diverse range of services that are comprehensive and can fit the needs of its residents. New Vista is fully equipped to attend to any accommodations that best serve residents’ needs.

New Vista focuses on long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, dialysis, hospice, and memory care. They boast their Latino program that offers a bilingual staff who are able to provide a safe and comfortable environment for its Hispanic residents– as a way to destroy social barriers. 

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Overview of Forest Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Healing

Forest Hill for Rehabilitation and Healing is a community that proudly elevates the recovery experience of its residents. An excellent nursing home that offers a friendly atmosphere because of the staff who are able to provide empathy and compassion to its residents. Forest Hill is the ideal home for seniors or their families who are looking for an environment that is resident-friendly or can allow residents to maintain a level of individuality and conquer independence.
Forest Hill management ensures that the mental, physical, and emotional needs of their residents are met and satisfied. Residents are provided a list of rehabilitative and skilled nursing services such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy; long-term care such as respite care, chronic pain management, and 24-hour nursing; specialty care including orthopedic care, IV therapy, and post-op rehab needs. 

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Overview of Optima Care Castle Hill

Optima Care Castle Hill sits at 615 23rd St in Union City, New Jersey, Hudson County, not far from the Hudson River and a short drive from Manhattan. The neighborhood earns a Walk Score of 97, which is as urban as it gets for a nursing home setting: residents’ families can walk to shops, transit, and services without needing a car. Mount Sinai West is about 2.5 miles out.

The 215-bed mid-rise is operated by Optima Care Union City, LLC, and functions primarily as a short-stay rehab destination. Medicare covers 76% of new admissions, with a typical Medicare stay running around 18 days. The clinical lineup built around that model is substantial: short-term and orthopedic rehab, stroke and cardiac rehabilitation, wound care, IV therapy, pulmonary rehab for COPD, trach rehab, LifeVest care, and a dedicated veterans care program. Long-term nursing, hospice and palliative care, memory care, and respite care are also available. A physician is on call around the clock.

Staffing runs at 4 hours of total nursing care per resident per day, with RNs providing 50 minutes of that, nurse aides providing 2 hours and 3 minutes, and LPNs contributing 24 minutes. The facility uses no contract staffing; all 130 employees are direct hires.

Occupancy sits at 60%, with 130 of the 215 beds currently filled. The average length of stay across all residents is 146 days. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted.

On the amenity side, the facility offers beauty services, concierge and pastoral services, pet therapy, therapeutic recreation, and religious services. An active Resident Council, confirmed through CMS records, meets regularly to discuss care and quality of life. Margot Domingo M.A. RD, LNHA serves as Administrator.

For families seeking post-acute rehabilitation or longer-term nursing care in the urban Hudson County corridor, Optima Care Castle Hill offers a clinically dense service menu, a walkable urban address, and all three major payer pathways.

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Overview of Optima Care Fountains

Optima Care Fountains approaches its service with the understanding that its residents need a sense of healing– both physically and emotionally. As Union County’s premier nursing home, the dedicated staff ensures residents are inspired to grow as better individuals through their enhanced lifestyle in a vibrant and positive environment. Families can trust that Optima Care can surely rest easy knowing that their loved ones are in good hands.

Optima Caret provides comprehensive services with 24-hour nursing; long-term care services are provided– stroke recovery, wound care, cardiac rehabilitation, pulmonary rehabilitation, and IV therapy. Short-term rehabilitative services are offered as well– orthopedic rehabilitation, physical, occupational, and speech therapy. 

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Overview of Atria Cranford

Atria Cranford in Cranford, NJ, is a highly recognized assisted living community that offers personal care, independent living, and memory care. With its secure and home-like setting, the community ensures older adults can feel at ease during their stay. Residents can also maintain their independence with ease, especially with round-the-clock care, three chef-prepared meals daily, and housekeeping services. The community is also dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life through personalized care plans. 

Cultural programs, social events, and fitness classes provide residents with more opportunities to connect with friends and stay active. A walking path, a garden, and a spacious courtyard ensure residents can rest and move around comfortably. Residents have a laid-back lifestyle, with the community’s beautiful location in the serene neighborhood of Cranford, near public transportation and parks. This assisted living community’s commitment to excellent care makes it one of the best options for senior living in New Jersey. 

 

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Overview of The Bristal at Waldwick

The Bristal at Waldwick provides assisted living and memory care in Waldwick, NJ. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while they live in a private or semi-private room. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision, making the community potentially suitable for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who may be at risk of wandering.

The community has 93 beds, with private and semi-private rooms for residents who want a single room or a shared living arrangement. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet. Mrs. Colette Peteet serves as the administrator.

Contact The Bristal at Waldwick

Overview of New Community Extended Care Facility

New Community Extended Care Facility is a nursing home in Newark, NJ offering skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care, palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. The range of services can suit a resident whose care needs may change over time without requiring a move to another community.

The facility has 180 beds. It is among larger communities, with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Single rooms provide one person accommodations, while double rooms can suit two people moving together or someone who prefers a shared room. Total nurse staffing is 4h 2m per resident per day, representing the amount of nursing staff time assigned to each resident across a day.

Rehabilitation services and subacute care support residents who need nursing care during recovery. An executive chef prepares fresh meals each day with nutritionally balanced options and seasonal fresh fruit. Residents can use the wheelchair accessible outdoor courtyard. Activities include arts and crafts, musical appreciation, bingo, discussion forums, barbecues, and exercise.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families covered payment options for eligible care alongside the option to pay directly. The area has an 81 / 100 Walk Score and is very walkable, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Ms. Veronica Anyanwu Onwunaka serves as administrator, and New Community Health Care operates the facility.

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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 Newark at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 60/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Newark, NJ. 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: 175The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Newark, NJ. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Newark, NJ

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 14 memory care communities in Newark, NJ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Newark, NJ?

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 Newark, NJ, 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 Newark, NJ?

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.