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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 $6,202 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 133 communities, read 3185 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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'm very happy to be here! It's a clean, nice looking place, and it was in great shape when I moved in! The staff here is very friendly, and very organized, They check in every morning to make sure everyone...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luther Towers is a beautiful assisted living community located in historic Willmington, Delaware. Willmington has many galleries, museums, and gardens for its residents to enjoy. You can also enjoy one of the many ethnic festival that are held in Willmington each year. The staff at Luther Towers...
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Overall we're very pleased with how things turned out at Luther Towers. The staff here is friendly and professional, and they were a big help and made the whole move-in process very easy. It's a nice looking...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Luther Towers II Luther Towers II is an assisted living community located in the picturesque city of Wilmington, Delaware where the Christina River, the Brandywine Creek, and the Delaware River all meet. With a beautiful and vibrant riverfront containing theatres, markets, restaurants, and...
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My loved one is doing very well here. He is being cared for very well here. I'am happy with everything they have done for us. The staff is patient and very caring towards the residents. They do a good job...
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.
Ingleside Homes offers affordable assisted living to all fail seniors, regardless of income, who need assistance with two or more activities of assisted living such as eating, bathing and dressing.
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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.
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We recently had experienced a loss in our family that required immediate placement for my mom. I looked at several communities and almost gave up hope that we would find something both nice and affordable...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
The Residences of Chestnut Ridge and Belvedere Center are two Genesis HealthCare facilities that offer Senior Living and Skilled Nursing Care across the street from one another. The Residences of Chestnut Ridge option offers active seniors a fun, dynamic lifestyle. This lively community supports...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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We've had a great experience with this place, I'd give them top marks across the board! The director is absolutely wonderful. The facility itself is nice looking and very well kept. It isn't quite as...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
     Country Rest Home is a privately owned and operated facility licensed by the State of Delaware.  We are located on 45 beautiful acres in Greenwood, Delaware.  The nursing facility was founded in 1954 by Laban and Nanna Swartzentruber and later purchased in 1981...
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.
Somerford Place shares the same beautifully landscaped campus as Somerford House, in Newark, Delaware. Again, centrally located the surrounding community offers easy access to downtown Newark, local shopping districts, Christiana Hospital and Interstate 95. Somerford Place is specifically...
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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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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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.

Cost of memory care in Dorchester, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Dorchester is $6,202 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millville, NJ with an average of $5,404 per month.

Memory care costs in Dorchester, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Dorchester, NJ
$6,198/mo
$6,371/mo
$5,404/mo

Memory care costs in Dorchester, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Dorchester, NJ
$6,198/mo
U.S. national average
$4,955/mo

Memory care costs in Dorchester, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,198/mo

Memory care costs in Dorchester, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,796/mo
Studio
$6,648/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,033/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,719/mo

Senior living costs in Dorchester vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Dorchester, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDorchester, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$6,198/mo$7,353/mo$4,955/mo
Assisted Living$6,180/mo$7,288/mo$4,705/mo
Independent Living$5,098/mo$6,328/mo$4,161/mo
Memory Care
Dorchester, NJ:$6,198/mo
New Jersey:$7,353/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Assisted Living
Dorchester, NJ:$6,180/mo
New Jersey:$7,288/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Independent Living
Dorchester, NJ:$5,098/mo
New Jersey:$6,328/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Memory care costs in Dorchester, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Dorchester and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Dorchester, NJNJ stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Dorchester, NJ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Dorchester have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dorchester, NJ$8,324/mo$7,883/mo+5.6%
New Jersey$8,848/mo$8,228/mo+7.5%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Dorchester, NJ
2024 average cost:$8,324/mo
2023 average cost:$7,883/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$8,848/mo
2023 average cost:$8,228/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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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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Maurice House in Millville, NJ

5.0
My mom loves her "apartment " I wish the communication was better from the administration. No part is covered by insurance so all expenses are out of pocket

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 Wilmington, A Memory Care Community, one family expressed their frustration with a lack of communication regarding their moth ...
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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 Viva Senior Living at Cross Keys, the sales and marketing director, memory care director, and business office director were praised for their ...
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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 Wilmington, A Memory Care Community, concerns were raised about the lack of safety measures and potential neglect, while other communities, like Brookdale Dover, prioritize ...
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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 633 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 633 reviews of 114 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, NJ114 facilities
8.3
Woodbine, NJ81 facilities
8.2
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 633 reviews of 114 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
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
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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
68.4%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.4%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.3%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.5%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.3%
69.2%
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*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
70.2%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.9%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.5%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.8%
25.7%
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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
51.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.4%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
52.6%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.9%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36%
20.7%
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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
50.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.9%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
45.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.9%
22.5%
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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
65.8%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.4%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.8%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.5%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.1%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.4%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
64%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
48.2%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.3%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Dorchester

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New Jersey memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Dorchester protect seniors.
Learn about New Jersey memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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