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Best Memory Care in Old Tappan, NJ

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 memory care communities in Old Tappan, NJ using New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in NJ
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Avg Walk Score: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Old Tappan, 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: 112The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Old Tappan, NJ. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.

Sunrise of Old Tappan
MC
AL
HC
Old Tappan
108
Facility 108
NJ AVG 125
Rank #331 / 561
Yes
33
Facility 33
NJ AVG 47
Rank #420 / 640
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedSunrise Assisted Living Of Old TappanMrs. Shain Cohen
63.9%
Facility 63.9%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #360 / 450
-2
4
Facility 4
NJ AVG 18
Rank #202 / 519
2.0
Facility 2.0
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #282 / 519
Arbor Terrace Norwood
MC
AL
Norwood (West Norwood)
100
Facility 100
NJ AVG 125
Rank #368 / 561
Yes
61
Facility 61
NJ AVG 47
Rank #216 / 640
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedArbor Terrace NorwoodMs. Denise Cousins
86.0%
Facility 86.0%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #156 / 450
A5
3
Facility 3
NJ AVG 18
Rank #181 / 519
0.6
Facility 0.6
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #164 / 519
Harmony Village at CareOne Valley
MC
NH
AL
RC
Westwood
98
Facility 98
NJ AVG 125
Rank #391 / 561
Yes
56
Facility 56
NJ AVG 47
Rank #232 / 640
StudioCareone At ValleyMs. Caryn Lynn Cantello
89.8%
Facility 89.8%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #100 / 450
-12
21
Facility 21
NJ AVG 18
Rank #309 / 519
1.8
Facility 1.8
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #267 / 519
Thrive at Montvale
MC
AL
IL
RC
Montvale (Summit Avenue)
140
Facility 140
NJ AVG 125
Rank #163 / 561
Yes
10
Facility 10
NJ AVG 47
Rank #589 / 640
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedThrive At MontvaleSahar Edalati
49.3%
Facility 49.3%
NJ AVG 76.6%
Rank #421 / 450
-3
2
Facility 2
NJ AVG 18
Rank #157 / 519
0.7
Facility 0.7
NJ AVG 2.0
Rank #172 / 519
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 Arbor Terrace Norwood

Conveniently located in the neighborhood of Norwood, NJ, Arbor Terrace Norwood is a welcoming senior living community, offering excellent assisted living and memory care options. The community offers relaxing accommodations that allows residents to enjoy a restful retirement experience. With an excellent care team always on standby to deliver exceptional care services, such as assistance with daily living activities and medication management, residents enjoy their peace of mind and live their golden years comfortably.

Designed to foster holistic wellness, the community also features a wide variety of activities and amenities for residents’ enrichment and entertainment. A wellness center is available to offer services like a salon and spa for residents’ relaxation, combined with delicious meals that give them the nourishment and energy they need to live actively. Most of residents’ chores are also handled to give them plenty of free time to enjoy their retirement years fully.

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Overview of Harmony Village at Careone Valley

Situated in the neighborhood of Westwood, NJ, Harmony Village at Careone Valley is a classic senior living community that offers assisted living, long-term care, respite care, and memory care options. Residents living with memory loss live in distinct neighborhoods based on the level of their condition, ensuring they are provided with personalized services that match their individual needs. A dependable team of care professionals are available to attend to residents’ needs anytime of the day, guaranteeing a comfortable living experience.

At Harmony Village at Careone Valley, they are dedicated to creating a warm, home-like environment that nurtures residents’ overall aspects of well-being. Vibrant activities and events are offered to give residents enriching experiences while restaurant-style dining is served to provide them proper nourishment. Here, residents have what they need to enjoy their golden years comfortably.

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Thrive at Montvale

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

Overlooking the scenic area of Montvale, New Jersey, Thrive at Montvale is an excellent senior living community that offers a serene environment for independent living. Conveniently located near the picturesque Garden State Parkway and Lake Tappan, the community provides plenty of things to do and explore for residents. Residents here are guaranteed to receive the support they need to carry on their daily life with utmost ease and convenience, including support with their daily living activities, such as bathing and grooming.

Pulsating a vibrant energy, Thrive at Montvale offers an array of engaging and interesting activities, complemented with its multitude of amenities, such as a state-of-the-art athlete center, pickleball courts, cinema and walking trails. The community not only offers excellent care services but serves as a social hub for creating meaningful relationships and lasting friendships that foster a strong sense of community and belonging among residents.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Old Tappan, 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 4 memory care communities in Old Tappan, NJ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Old Tappan, 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 Old Tappan, 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 Old Tappan, 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.