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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Elizabeth, NJ

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Memory care in Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth is about $7,545 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 34 communities, read 663 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Dad is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff are friendly, helpful and attentive. They are encouraging him to participate in some of the daily activities. He seems to like the food and...
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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Provides: Memory Care
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.
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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.
Alterra Wynwood is an assisted living residence that is purposefully designed to meet the needs of the frail elderly in a comfortable, home-like environment. Alterra Wynwood features a “neighborhood” concept, with six small neighborhoods of resident rooms clustered around dining and living...
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It's been good, they are clean and friendly. They could use some better parking. Claire is outstanding and extremely patient. Our loved one doesn't speak english so there is a language barrier, but Claire...
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.
The Parkview is a NJ licensed residence within a gracious Victorian home. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood near town in Bloomfield, NJ. With a comfortable living room, sitting rooms, and porches, residents can always find a quiet place to relax. Three homemade meals are...
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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.
The Woodlands is a  NJ licensed residence within a gracious Victorian home. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the desirable town of Glen Ridge. With a comfortable living room, sitting rooms, and porches, residents can always find a quiet place to relax. Three homemade...
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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
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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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Cost of memory care in Elizabeth, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Elizabeth is $7,545 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hoboken, NJ with an average of $7,145 per month.

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

Elizabeth, NJ
$7,545/mo
$7,661/mo
$7,711/mo

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

Elizabeth, NJ
$7,545/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,545/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,773/mo
Studio
$7,769/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,915/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,679/mo

Senior living costs in Elizabeth 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: Elizabeth, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElizabeth, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$7,545/mo$7,351/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$7,487/mo$7,287/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$6,769/mo$6,327/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Elizabeth, NJ:$7,545/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Elizabeth, NJ:$7,487/mo
New Jersey:$7,287/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Elizabeth, NJ:$6,769/mo
New Jersey:$6,327/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Elizabeth, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Elizabeth 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.

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Memory care cost trends in Elizabeth, NJ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Elizabeth 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Elizabeth, NJ$9,525/mo$8,861/mo+7.5%
New Jersey$8,848/mo$8,228/mo+7.5%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Elizabeth, NJ
2024 average cost:$9,525/mo
2023 average cost:$8,861/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
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 Elizabeth

Recent reviews for memory care in Elizabeth

Sunrise of Franklin Lakes

4.8
The people caring for my grandma are really nice and show concern for her. We are so glad that we chose this place for her. We are happy with the activities they provide but we wish they had more during the week.

Sunrise of Cresskill

4.5
We fell in love with Sunrise as soon as we walked into the place. Every area is beautifully and warmly decorated. The staff is very pleasant and easy to talk to. The residents all say "hello" with a smile on their face. When you walk through the rooms and are always greeted with smiling seniors, ...
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Signature Senior Living in Brooklyn, NY

3.7
We chose this community because it was the best value to be able to address my loved ones needs. The room sizes seem to be okay. My favorite part about this facility would be their ability to make it possible for you to have quality visiting time with your loved one. They are doing virtual ...
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Elizabeth review score based on 160 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 160 reviews of 31 Elizabeth memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Elizabeth 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

Elizabeth review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Elizabeth, NJ31 facilities
8.6
Roselle, NJ39 facilities
8.6
Linden, NJ30 facilities

Review subcategories for Elizabeth 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 160 reviews of 31 Elizabeth memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Elizabeth 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.
Elizabeth, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
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*Learn more about cost details

Elizabeth memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elizabeth memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elizabeth, 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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elizabeth, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.1%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
64.5%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.5%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.1%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.5%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elizabeth, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.8%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.9%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.7%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elizabeth, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.1%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
54.8%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.8%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.3%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elizabeth, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.1%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
48.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.3%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elizabeth, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.1%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.9%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.7%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.6%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.3%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.4%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.4%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54.8%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
45.2%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.1%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Elizabeth

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 Elizabeth protect seniors.
Learn about New Jersey memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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