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Memory care in Lakeside 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 Lakeside is about $7,348 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 391 communities, read 8352 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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My mother has made some great friends and she is looked after by a very caring staff. The Village at Waveny's clinical communications to me about my mom's care have been excellent.
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.
We understand how important it is to find the right balance between familiarity, structure and autonomy when selecting an appropriate residence for a loved one with memory impairment. With our professional and dedicated staff, The Village provides the most advanced therapeutic care available for...
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My grandma was there and I was very pleased. My grandma was pleased as well. The staff/owners go above and beyond for the residents....
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.
Hunterdon HillsThe Hunterdon Hills assisted living community is located in the quaint community of Glen Gardner, NJ. When looking for a community that is encompassed by natural beauty, then Glen Gardner is what you need. There are a number of golf courses and nature trails in the Glen Gardner...
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Cannot say enough about the staff at the Bristal at North Hills. They all get to know both residents as well as families - not just their names but on a personal basis as well. My parents were so well taken...
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 enter The Bristal at North Hills, you are filled with a sense of the familiar. You witness the care. You feel the compassion. And you become reassured by something even more, something fundamental. You perceive a community's commitment to excellence that is second to none. It's a...
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My mom has been in the Wellspring residence at Brightview since October 2017. We are very pleased with the cleanliness, the incredible caring staff and the number of activities that are arranged for the...
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.
At Brightview on New Canaan, we offer a variety of community features. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Free resident parking available at our location. All meals are provided to residents. We offer dining options such as vegetarian food and Kosher fare. Residents enjoy regular...
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Harbor House has been a good experience, and they are taking good care of my loved one. [name removed] is wonderful to work with and keeps in communication with the family about our loved one and provides...
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.
Harbor House Assisted Living is the only facility on Long Island dedicated to memory care, Alzheimer's care and Dementia care. At Harbor House we have the unique privilege to care for people who suffer from memory loss or impairment. Our spacious and beautifully designed building has made it...
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We chose The Greens because they did paperwork to put a lean on her home until it was sold so they were very accommodating with that whole process. The room sizes at the facility are very nice, perfect for...
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.
At The Greens At Cannondale, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Free resident parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized care,...
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We had a good experience at The Bristal at Westbury. There were some great workers here. The facility itself is very fancy and very large. We felt that it was not conducive for family visits in the memory...
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 Bristal at Westbury is just one member of a growing family of Assisted Living communities that have been built on Long Island, by Long Islanders, bearing The Bristal name. Like all of our communities, Westbury has been designed to strike the ideal balance between privacy and protection. Fully...
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My wife and I are very pleased with Amber Court and how they treat my wife’s mother. It’s very clean, bed is always made, clothes are folded, and the staff is kind and friendly! My mother-in-law has made...
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 Amber Court of Westbury...a wonderful place to call home.  When living arrangements are no longer safe or desirable, we offer an extraordinary alternative.  Residential services, personal care assistance and medical supervision are valuable features of this lifestyle. ...
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There has been a lot of boredom due to the legal restrictions for the activities. Due to COVID this has made it hard for us to be able to see my loved. All my ratings are based on prior to...
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 Bristal at Lynbrook is one member of an ever-growing family of Assisted Living communities that have been built on Long Island, by Long Islanders, bearing The Bristal name. Like all of our communities, Lynbrook has been designed to strike the ideal balance between privacy and protection....
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It has been a great experience for my father here. The staff is always friendly and very helpful. There is always great activities to enhance the residents life here.
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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We love living at Waterstone on High Ridge. The facility is beautiful & the people are great. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would definitely recommend this community to other families.
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.
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The food and activities could be better. But the staff couldn't be nicer and they treated [name removed] wonderfully. And the care he received was good. My family and I really had good feelings about 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.
At Complete Care at Whispering Woods, an Edison, New Jersey Assisted Living Facility, we pride ourselves on the relationships we build with our residents and staff. Through frequent site visits and a hands-on approach from our top leadership, we create strong connections with both the residents...
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Green Hill has a very homelike setting which we appreciated very much. There are individual houses with a limited number or residents. Each person has a private room. The residents get to know each other as...
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.
Green Hill, located in West Orange, New Jersey, is among the most experienced senior living communities providing 150 years of compassionate personal care.Green Hill offers a catered lifestyle for the more independent senior providing task-free living while assuring a customized plan able to...
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My sister has been a long-term resident at The [name removed] for over two years. Prior to that she was in a privately owned nursing home in the Midwest. Her quality of life at [name removed] is SO superior...
Provides: Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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: 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.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living is dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia in a secure, safe home setting. We believe, and research and experience support the notion that a small intimate home setting is the best environment to provide a supportive milieu based...
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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
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: 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: 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 Longview Assisted Living Residence provides personalized care in a secure community that supports and fosters each individual’s maximum level of independence. Residents receive personalized assistance with activities of daily living, while also enjoying innovative programs and a diverse...
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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 Vista is bringing a new kind of retirement living to northern New Jersey. Designed to address an unmet need for independent-senior living, The Vista will be unlike any other independent-living community in the area, offering advanced, innovative programming and amenities based on the most...
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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.
The Holland Christian Home was founded over 125 years ago to address all of these needs and more. Holland Christian Home has served older adults (75 years and over) in northern New Jersey.As a nonprofit Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), our multiple levels of care look after residents...
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.
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...

Cost of memory care in Lakeside, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Lakeside is $7,348 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vernon Center, NJ with an average of $7,162 per month.

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

Lakeside, NJ
$7,377/mo
$7,495/mo

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

Lakeside, NJ
$7,377/mo
U.S. national average
$5,016/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,377/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,450/mo
Studio
$8,061/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,492/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,491/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,540/mo

Senior living costs in Lakeside 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: Lakeside, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLakeside, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$7,377/mo$7,356/mo$5,016/mo
Assisted Living$7,545/mo$7,292/mo$4,750/mo
Independent Living$6,552/mo$6,367/mo$4,213/mo
Memory Care
Lakeside, NJ:$7,377/mo
New Jersey:$7,356/mo
U.S.:$5,016/mo
Assisted Living
Lakeside, NJ:$7,545/mo
New Jersey:$7,292/mo
U.S.:$4,750/mo
Independent Living
Lakeside, NJ:$6,552/mo
New Jersey:$6,367/mo
U.S.:$4,213/mo
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Memory care costs in Lakeside, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Lakeside 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 Lakeside, NJ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Lakeside 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
Lakeside, NJ$9,336/mo$8,381/mo+11.4%
New Jersey$8,848/mo$8,212/mo+7.7%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
Lakeside, NJ
2024 average cost:$9,336/mo
2023 average cost:$8,381/mo
Percent change:+11.4%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$8,848/mo
2023 average cost:$8,212/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,145/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Lakeside

Recent reviews for memory care in Lakeside

Maplewood at Darien

4.6
The Maplewood at Darien was the perfect solution for my 89 year old mom who was unable to live alone. In addition to having memory loss , my mom struggles with anxiety issues, the kind, compassionate and competent staff have embraced my sweet mom and created a community of care and purpose. I ...
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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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Lakeside Residential Care Home Inc. in Oak Ridge, NJ

4.0
Under new ownership, the changes are noticeable almost immediately. substantial upgrades and repairs made on the building in the last few months since new owners took control. New roof, bathrooms installed, painting and landscaping to name a few. Staff is very friendly and attentive. Nice ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and attentive caretakers. Several reviews highlight the kindness and devotion of caregivers towards their residents at various communities, such as Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, Van Dyk Park Place, and Spring Village at Pocono. Residents and families express their gratitude for the understandin ...
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Welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the warm and inviting environment in communities like Maplewood at Strawberry Hill, Sunrise of Westfield, and Sunrise of Summit. Staff members greet residents by name, making everyone feel like they're part of a close-knit family.
Engaging and diverse activities for residents. Residents enjoy a variety of activities tailored to their interests at communities like Brighton Gardens of West Orange, Spring Hills Livingston, and Yorktown Assisted Living Residence. These activities contribute to residents' overall happiness and help them stay engaged with the communit ...
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Individualized care plans. Reviews show that communities like Van Dyk Park Place, Esplanade of Woodmere, and Sunrise of Fleetwood personalize care plans to meet each resident's unique needs. This approach ensures that every resident receives the appropriate care and support for their individual situation.
Delicious and nutritious meals. Many reviews praise the quality of the food and mealtimes at communities like Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, Van Dyk Park Place, and Spring Village at Pocono. Chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences to ensure that residents look forward to every meal.
Effective communication between families and staff. Reviews at communities like Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, Esplanade of Woodmere, and Artis Senior Living of Briarcliff Manor consistently mention clear and frequent communication between staff and families. This strong line of communication ensures that everyone is kep ...
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AI generated from the text of family reviews

Lakeside review score based on 1,680 family reviews

8.4
Review score359 facilities1680 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1680 reviews of 359 Lakeside memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lakeside 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

Lakeside review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Lakeside, NJ359 facilities
8.3
Ringwood, NJ18 facilities
8.3
Vernon Center, NJ366 facilities

Review subcategories for Lakeside 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 1,680 reviews of 359 Lakeside memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lakeside 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.
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Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
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4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
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4.1
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Lakeside memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lakeside memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lakeside, 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 Lakeside 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 Lakeside that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
64.6%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59.3%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.5%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.3%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.2%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.2%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lakeside 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 Lakeside Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lakeside, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.6%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.2%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.6%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.3%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lakeside 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 Lakeside partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lakeside, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.3%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
56.3%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.5%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29%
20.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Lakeside 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 Lakeside communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lakeside, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.3%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
44.8%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.4%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lakeside 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 Lakeside offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lakeside, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
59.1%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.8%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.7%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.7%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.4%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
58.2%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
44.6%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.7%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Lakeside

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