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Memory care in Dorchester offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Dorchester is about $6,062 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 129 communities, read 2868 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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The phone call that changed our lives. [name removed] answered our call the day I began my search for my Mom's new home. She invited me to come to the community & see for myseld what they had to offer....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Here you get to define your day every day.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our assisted living and memory care community could be the right fit for you. You’ll have help with medications, dressing and...
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5 on all categories. The bus trips to lunch, stores, and sightseeing are hugely important. Bringing in entertainment helps the atmosphere lively and engaging.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Spacious living suits with enclosed courtyards and paved walking trails highlight Traditions of Cross Keys, located in Glassboro, Gloucester County, New Jersey. History buffs and antique collectors know that Glassboro got its name from the successful glass industry is a part of its past....
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Very happy. Since the first day of moving up from Florida it has been great here. Our family is close by, it's nice to see them more often!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
he Terraces at Seacrest Village assisted living residence is a brand-new state of the art, stunning residence which opened in June 2013. The Terraces is an award winning community, our unique delivery of service and care represents what we have learned is important to our clients and their...
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The reason we gave the meals a 4 is because it is a smaller facility, their menu is not that big but the quality of food is above average. There are activities everyday but some days have more than others....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Foulk Manor North offers our residents a continuum of care encompassing independent living, assisted living, memory care in our Bridge to Rediscovery community and skilled nursing. Set on ten beautifully wooded acres, right next to the New Castle County Brandywine Hundred Library, Foulk Manor...
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From our experience the staff was great with the people, very dedicated, the place is very clean, the food was also very good with a good selection every day. There were many activities and also trips...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to our wonderful community, The Residence at Stafford, where life is rich with laughter, learning and enrichment. Here, you'll find the perfect lifestyle among our Assisted Living and Memory Care options. There’s no better way of knowing what’s best than seeing for yourself.Imagine...
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After observing Cardinal Village staff caring for my aunt over the last 18 months, my entire family was impressed by these remarkably patient, kind, and skilled caretakers. From the friendly kitchen to the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Let Cardinal Village take the worry out of your retirement years.   Our community design is all on one level. We offer a selection of apartment styles to fit your needs; all with no entrance fees and a month to month lease.   Our nondenominational community offers peace of mind and...
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They really provided great care. Just overall care was good. Every time popped in caregivers were always caring and handled situations professionally.
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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I moved into Fountain View two months ago and am enjoying my life here very much. I have especially been rewarded by meeting many compatible people. My newly renovated apartment is beautiful. I have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle than generations before. That's why we created a community filled with choice. Great restaurants, brain and body fitness courses, fantastic events, a state-of-the-art...
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We are so grateful to have found this fine place for our family member. Every step of the way there was great info, consistent support, and for every question a clear and readily available answer. After 6...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Forwood Manor sits on 13 beautifully manicured acres and is located just minutes from I-95. Close to shopping and cultural sites, we offer a full-service rental retirement community with the best social and transportation programs, along with well-designed and spacious apartments. We invite you...
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The building is old but kept up well. It has large windows with lots of light. One of the selling points for my Mom. But the windows are old and leaky. A contractor has measured them and we are told they are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Winner Best Assisted Living 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019! Offering Assisted Living as well as Memory Care. The Lorelton is truly unique. Privately owned by a local foundation not a corporation. Not-for-Profit and affordable. The Lorelton is considered to be in 'the Suburbs' of the city. Conveniently...
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Photo of Rockland Place
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It is quite expensive but a beautiful place and I have no worries of the quality of care she is getting! We are grateful. I would absolutely recommend Rockland Place to other families based on the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
When you think of assisted living and memory care, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again. Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more...
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All I can say is we were at another facility for a year and the resident is 100% better. The only thing I can't attest to is the activities because unfortunately my loved one doesn't participate in the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Residence at Cherry Hill provides multiple senior living options, including assisted living, memory care, respite care and on-site rehabilitation services. We are located on the northeast side of Cherry Hill New Jersey, just fifteen miles west of Philadelphia. We are lucky enough to be close...
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The staff is exceptional. They were beyond accommodating. We had to expedite moving my mother in for a number of reasons. My family wasn't sure if we'd be able to get my mother to go, but the Harmony Village...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
CareOne Harmony Village at Moorestown, a new state-of-the-art Center that opened its doors in summer 2008, is a pioneering free-standing Assisted Living Community for the Memory Impaired. The Hearthstone Treatment Program featured at CareOne Harmony Village at Moorestown can improve the...
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Our loved one says the meat is tough as well as the carrots, they are kind of disappointed with the quality. Our loved one only plays bingo but does enjoy the happy hours. Based on the experience we have had...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Here you’ll have the care you need so you can focus on the fun.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, Brookdale Dover with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. So go ahead and take a tai chi...
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Main negative was that she was moved out of her first room temporarily due to a roof leak and was not given the option to move back after the room was given to someone else. Very nice facility was fairly...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Washington Township Senor Living is conveniently located across from Jefferson Health System. We are quietly set back in a wooded setting away from the hustle and bustle, yet totally accessible to specialty care. Our community was built 20+ years ago. Along with a great reputation, another...
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I'm very pleased with this community for one main reason, excellent communication! They reach out to me regularly via text, email or phone about my mother. They send me pictures of her at activities, they...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Artis, we help people living with dementia achieve the essential human need for purpose, belonging, and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life. By “Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today,” we create safer, more connected, more celebrated lives.Our...
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My mother has expressed that the menu is not always to her liking. Although, she can choose from a separate menu if she wants. I wish there was a way to encourage my mother to take part in more activities...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Lutheran Crossings at Moorestown is an assisted living community located in the quaint city of Moorestown, Burlington County, New Jersey. Our comfortable community is located on the east side of the state, offering beautiful scenery and comfortable amenities.Lutheran Crossings is committed to...
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Atria Center City has recently replaced most of their senior management. That may be a positive move based on comments from former residents. The facility itself is very nice as is the food. The care is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Since 2007, Atria Center City has served the families of Philadelphia. With a continuing commitment to quality, the community is undergoing an extensive renovation to enhance beauty and functionality. Once complete, residents will enjoy a host of exciting new spaces and amenities, including...
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I know most places like this are understaffed. There's a constant flow of new trainees which made consistent communication difficult. There were people there who really were great at their jobs and you could...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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I would recommend The Milford Place. Mom's experience has been good. She has been made comfortable and really enjoys socializing with the other residents. Unfortunately there are a few issues. The dining...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Milford Place is an Inspirit Senior Living community located in Milford Delaware. We offer senior living services to residents in the southern Delaware area and beyond. Known as the Gateway to Southern Delaware, Milford has a premiere location within 20 minutes of popular Delaware beaches like...
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It has been a very positive experience. She had a couple issues when she first moved in-weekly cleaning wasn't being done unless asked to do it, laundry was only done when asked-both services were part of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Fountains at Cedar Parke offers continuing care retirement living in a beautiful setting. Midway between the sun and surf of the seashore and the cultural wealth of Philadelphia, we're ideally located to all the area has to offer. Join a special outing to Atlantic City or cruise on The Spirit...
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Like a lot of people is Assisted Living we had to sell my mothers house to finance my mothers stay at Juniper Village even though she has a monthly pension of [amount removed] It's an excellent place for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located in historic Williamstown on a five acre wooded lot, Cordia Commons at Williamstown is home to thirty-eight residents. At Cordia Commons, everything starts with you. Your well-being is our commitment. Our homelike atmosphere puts you at ease as you walk through our doors. Each individual...
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The administration was very good and they run Autumn Lake with a loving, caring attitude and keep a close eye on all of the residents. Communication with the family is very good. The meals are decent. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview is located in Oceanview, NJ. Our mission is to inspire their residents to live life to its fullest by providing the residents with elite-level care in a warm, energetic, and vibrant atmosphere. They offer bright comfortable rooms along with outdoor courtyards...
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I highly recommend Brandall Estates to anyone looking for a top-notch assisted living community. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, always going above and beyond to make sure the residents are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living.  We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area.  Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.  With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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Springfield crossing is a nice facility, with a nice staff who was attentive, courteous, and made sure I was always aware of how my Mother was doing. I visited each day, and the staff always checked in with...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Dorchester, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Dorchester is $6,062 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Somers Point, NJ with an average of $5,194 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dorchester, NJ vs. nearby cities

Dorchester, NJ
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$6,264/mo
$5,374/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dorchester, NJ vs. the state and national average

Dorchester, NJ
$6,062/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dorchester vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$6,062/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Dorchester, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$5,666/mo
Studio
$6,767/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,954/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,777/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Dorchester over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Dorchester

Recent reviews for memory care in Dorchester

The Residence at Voorhees in Voorhees Township, NJ

5.0
We loved the place. The staff and care was great. This made us feel that she was family to them. We are glad we choose this community. The room was easy access to the dining room, as well as in and out of the shower, and was offered help when needed.

The Residence at Cherry Hill

5.0
In the beginning our loved one was in the assisted living and that experience would be about a three out of five, and now our loved one is in memory care and that experience so far is a five out of five. Despite our limited experience because of the restrictions our loved one is adjusting very ...
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Brookdale Dover

5.0
Mom enjoys her “stay” at Brookdale and tells me how nice everyone is . She enjoys putting puzzles together with her friend and playing bingo. Whenever I am there for mealtime the food always looks and smells great.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Effective communication between families and staff. Many families appreciate clear and consistent communication from staff members about their loved ones' care, ensuring everyone is informed and involved. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wilmington, one family expressed their frustration with a lack of communication regardin ...
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Dedicated and compassionate staff. Residents and their families frequently comment on the kindness, patience, and attentiveness of the staff in senior living communities. For example, at Traditions of Cross Keys, the sales and marketing director, memory care director, and business office director were praised for their availabi ...
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Focus on safety and security. Families value the peace of mind that comes with knowing their loved ones are in a secure environment. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wilmington, concerns were raised about the lack of safety measures and potential neglect, while other communities, like Brookdale Dover, ...
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Individualized care plans. Each resident has unique needs, and effective senior living communities adapt to provide personalized care plans. At Juniper Village at Williamstown, families praised the individualized care plans for their loved ones, which were tailored to their specific medical and emotional requirements. A ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Stimulating activities are essential for seniors' mental, emotional, and physical well-being. At Artis Senior Living of Evesham, various activities were offered, including movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes, allowing residents to stay engaged and active. At The Terraces at Se ...
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Thoughtful accommodations for families. Comfortable amenities and welcoming spaces for families help make the transition to senior living communities easier for everyone involved. At Juniper Village at Williamstown, the separation of the assisted living and memory care buildings made it easier for families to visit, while the availa ...
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Dorchester review score based on 565 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 565 reviews of 111 Dorchester memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dorchester review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Dorchester review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Dorchester, NJ111 facilities
8.3
Woodbine, NJ79 facilities
7.8
Millville, NJ5 facilities

Review subcategories for Dorchester memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 565 reviews of 111 Dorchester memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dorchester resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Dorchester, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Dorchester memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorchester memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorchester, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Dorchester memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Dorchester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dorchester, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.3%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59.5%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.4%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.6%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.9%
72.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dorchester memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Dorchester Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorchester, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.1%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.8%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.1%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.6%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorchester memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dorchester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorchester, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50.5%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.5%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
49.5%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.6%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorchester memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dorchester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorchester, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.8%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.8%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
43.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.4%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Dorchester memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Dorchester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorchester, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.4%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.4%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.1%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.1%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.4%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.1%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.4%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.4%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
62.2%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
44.1%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.5%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.5%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Cape May, Traditions of Cross Keys and The Terraces at Seacrest Village are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dorchester, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 129 memory care facilities near Dorchester, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Dorchester, New Jersey are Traditions of Cross Keys, The Terraces at Seacrest Village and Fountain View at Logan Square. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 129 memory care facilities near you in Dorchester, New Jersey typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dorchester, New Jersey, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Dorchester, New Jersey, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Dorchester, New Jersey ranges from $495 to $55730. The average Memory Care cost in Dorchester, New Jersey is $6,062. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Dorchester, New Jersey typically starts at $495. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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