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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Plainfield, NJ

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Memory care in Plainfield 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 Plainfield is about $9,435 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 499 communities, read 12886 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Brooklyn, Staten Island and Morristown.

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Photo of Residence at Park Ridge
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My loved one is currently a resident at Residence at Park Ridge and most everything has been good for her at this facility. Based on her experience so far, I would recommend this facility to others!
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.
Extraordinary Healthcare with Incomparable Elegance' The Atrium Health Group is focused on providing the highest quality care for each person in every stage of senior life. At the Park Ridge Campus we are pleased to be able to offer a continuum of care one just one property. With Mill Pond...
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A little over two years ago, I moved my mom to The Westchester to give her a safe place to live that was close to me. Having her nearby was important because it she was getting on in years and it was clear...
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.
Westchester Center for Independent & Assisted Living provides a high quality of care in an assisted living community located in Yonkers, New York. Our independent care location sits in a residential neighborhood on over 10 acres of park-like grounds and well manicure landscapes. We're just a...
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So many wonderful aspects of this facility. The room and bathroom are spotless. I'm jealous of the menu for meals. My brother loves their word search etc, cognitive activity time. It's very bright and airy...
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 North Woodmere is 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, North Woodmere has been designed to strike the ideal balance between privacy and...
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I am very happy with Floral Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center. They've just had a major change of personnel, so I'm hoping that once the dust settles they get back to some of their events that everyone...
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.
The Centerpiece of our approach is to create pleasant days for our residents. We believe no two people are alike, so the services and attention we provide should never be exactly the same. Providing comfort and security in a specially designed environment that looks and feels like home is part of...
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This is a place full of amazing people! So many active seniors, engaged in living their lives fully, working - in large ways or small, to the best of their abilities - to make the world a better place.
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 Fellowship Community serves the needs of elder members through the various phases of aging, from living independently in apartments to needing direct, one-on-one care. Our Members are able to age in place all the way through end of life in a loving, homey environment.The Fellowship stands...
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I was able to place my Uncle here, with the help of the very capable managment. They took the burden off my shoulders and handled everthing. I will forever be grateful. The staff are friendly and caring. His...
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.
Built in 2024 Braemar Living at Montebello is our 3rd Assisted Living Community in New York. Braemar has redefined the assisted living experience, offering a superior level of comfort, convenience and support that sets our communities apart. We understand the importance of balancing the desire...
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I was questioning why they do not have social workers to help a new person get used to the living situation. My loved one moved from independent living and it still is hard for her to get use to it so maybe...
Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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It is a good place could use some more cleaning and better rooms. They do care about the patients and very nice to them. They are on top of most things. I am not to sure on the games and could use some...
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.
Caring, homelike, family-focused.' These are just a few of the words that residents and their loved ones have used to describe Pickering Manor, a non-profit, 5-Star facility with a 50+ year history of excellent care for seniors. Located just blocks from historic Newtown Borough in Bucks County,...
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We picked this community, because of the friendly home like atmosphere, great value for the money, and it's so clean. Check out the facility you won't be disappointed. I would recommend to other families.
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.
SINCE 1897, CHARACTER AND CARING Our town is your town. We have two Newtown campuses rich in character and history that offer private rooms, studios, one bedroom, two bedroom, and two bedroom deluxe for those who meet the minimum age requirement of 62 years and are both socially and physically...
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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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Photo of The Bristal at Lake Success
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My wife was transferred to Bristal from another Memory-care organization. The best decision i ever made. If I was aware of this facility it would have been my first choice. Place is clean, spacious and staff...
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.
At The Bristal at Lake Success, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. Free resident parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized...
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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...
Photo of Bentley Assisted Living at Branchville
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It's small and very homey. Not an overwhelming environment to adjust to. It's important to develop a relationship with the staff and help them understand your loved one's needs. Don't assume they know.
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.
Bentley Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the tranquil neighborhoods of Branchville, Sussex County, New Jersey. If you are looking for a community located in a peaceful neighborhood for yourself or your loved ones look no further than Bentley Assisted Living at...
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The staff was fine and very nice at Magnolia Gardens. Communication with the family was good via phone and email. Mom was in hospice for the last 2 years and Medicaid since June and they did keep her in a...
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.
Magnolia Gardens is owned and operated by the Lapid Family. At the center of everything we do is one philosophy: 'Treat each client like they are a member of our family.' Our team is comprised of individuals who take our philosophy to heart. With our knowledge, experience, talent and motivation,...
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First of all world class food 3 times a day. Healthy and delicious. Then there are many activities available all day, some active some just movies. There are art activities b ND learning activities. The...
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 Bristal at Garden City will be the sixteenth in our family of assisted living communities. With our years of experience and expertise, we’re sure that you will find no equal – in luxury, dedication, or quality of care. Our Garden City community will offer independent senior living, assisted...
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This is a newer community and it is very clean and nice. The grounds and the backyard are beautiful. Mom is able to walk outside to enjoy the grounds. They did a great job setting up her apartment and 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.
You’ll feel right at home at Brightview Tarrytown. Located in the heart of Westchester County just outside of New York City, you'll enjoy the city’s fine arts, theaters and other attractions, while living near historic Tarrytown. You’ll enjoy our warm, caring environment offered in both our...
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Symphony Manor of Feasterville is overall a beautiful community of caring people. No matter where you are, families must make their presence known and keep in contact with care givers to make their loved...
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.
Symphony Manor of Feasterville is a true Pennsylvania licensed assisted living and memory care with nurses in the community 24 hours a day/7 days a week.Symphony Manor of Feasterville is an assisted living and memory care community located in Lower Bucks County in Feasterville-Trevose,...
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This is a clean, friendly and safe environment. There is trivia, music, and more activities for the residents to participate in. The staff are good at trying to engage the residents. They are easy 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.
Complete Care at the Havens provides assistance to seniors who have difficulty performing one or more every day activities such as bathing or toileting. Our helping hand allows them to regain normalcy without losing their sense of independence and self-esteem. The havens lovely one story...
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Masonic Village at Burlington gets 5 stars across the board. What sticks out most about this facility would be how friendly and helpful the staff are. I would highly recommend this community to 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.
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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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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.
Kendal on Hudson offers Assisted Living services in the Adirondack program. Residents live in studio and one-bedroom apartments. They receive 24-hour supervision by nursing staff, assistance with medication management, and with activities of daily living.In addition, residents have access to...
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We chose this community because of the availability, cost and location. The food is good, they have a diverse menu. The room sizes are very appropriate and comfortable. Our favorite part about this facility...
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 East Meadow is 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, East Meadow has been designed to strike the ideal balance between privacy and protection....
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Osborn Retirement Community is a beautiful, majestic place. It was originally a community for single women to live as they get older and has developed into a warm and caring environment for all that is like...
Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Excellent facility! Mom has been there for 3 years. The facility is very clean and cheerful, there are many activities for all levels of ability, and the staff is knowledgeable and kind. As Mom ages and...
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.
Elegance with ease. A community engaged. Senior living at its best. For over a decade and counting, The Bristal Assisted Living has represented our area's unrivaled standard. The Bristal strikes the ideal balance between independence and assistance, allowing our residents the security and freedom...
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Mom has been at Alcoeur for several months now. The facility is immaculate. The staff is very friendly toward the residents and the visitors. They seem to really care about each individual. There are...
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.
Alcoeur Gardens is the preferred alternative to institutional care for loved ones suffering from Alzheimer's and other forms of Dementia. Our residents enjoy the highest staff to resident ratio available, far exceeding that of our competitors.Our home environment creates a family atmosphere so...

Cost of memory care in Plainfield, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Plainfield is $9,435 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jersey City, NJ with an average of $8,560 per month.

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

Plainfield, NJ
$9,435/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$9,435/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,751/mo
Studio
$10,012/mo
1 Bedroom
$10,356/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,624/mo

Senior living costs in Plainfield 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: Plainfield, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typePlainfield, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$9,435/mo$9,376/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$7,727/mo$7,748/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$5,148/mo$4,407/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Plainfield, NJ:$9,435/mo
New Jersey:$9,376/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Plainfield, NJ:$7,727/mo
New Jersey:$7,748/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Plainfield, NJ:$5,148/mo
New Jersey:$4,407/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Plainfield, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Plainfield 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 average 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
Plainfield, NJ$9,107/mo$8,701/mo+4.7%
New Jersey$8,877/mo$8,321/mo+6.7%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Plainfield, NJ
2024 average cost:$9,107/mo
2023 average cost:$8,701/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$8,877/mo
2023 average cost:$8,321/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about memory care in Plainfield

Recent reviews for memory care in Plainfield

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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Brighton Gardens of Saddle River

4.3
Staff is really nice. Feels like a homey place. I toured a lot of places and Brighton Gardens is the best place for us. The fireplace in the lobby is very inviting. The food is really good. The new chef is really good, food is important. The studio is cozy. Very convenient to get to, right off ...
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Brookdale Hillsborough

5.0
Overall I have no complaints of this community they have provided my mother with excellent care and have really made her comfortable in her new living environment. They have a great menu for the residents to choose from with a wide variety of meals. They also have a great activity program ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Expert care for residents with dementia. Residents and their families frequently praise the expertise of Arden Courts staff in caring for individuals with dementia, leading to significant improvements in their quality of life. Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community and Atria Cranford share heartwarming stories of how the ...
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Top-notch, attentive, and friendly staff. Countless reviews highlight the kindness, attentiveness, and friendliness of the staff at various communities, including Monarch Basking Ridge, Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, and Brighton Gardens of Mountainside, who go above and beyond to ensure residents' well-being a ...
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Individualized care that caters to residents' needs. Reviews for Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Green Brook, and CareOne at Somerset Valley detail the personalized care provided in these communities, where staff learn from residents and accommodate their unique needs.
Welcoming and homelike atmosphere. Communities like Sunrise of Westfield, Sunrise of Summit, and Brighton Gardens of Edison create a warm, cozy, and welcoming atmosphere that makes residents and their families feel right at home.
Thoughtful and responsive communication. Reviews for communities like Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, Monarch Basking Ridge, and Sunrise of Madison emphasize the importance of clear and effective communication between staff, residents, and families, ensuring everyone stays informed and involved.
Professionally maintained facilities. Residents and families often remark on the cleanliness and well-maintained facilities at Brighton Gardens of Mountainside, Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Green Brook, and Brighton Gardens of Edison, which contribute to a comfortable and pleasant living experience.
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Plainfield review score based on 2,502 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 2502 reviews of 499 Plainfield memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Plainfield 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

Plainfield review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Plainfield, NJ499 facilities
8.6
Newark, NJ239 facilities
8.4
Edison, NJ493 facilities

Review subcategories for Plainfield 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 2,502 reviews of 499 Plainfield memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Plainfield 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.
Plainfield, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.7
Friendliness
3.5
3.8
Care services
3.2
3.5
Staff
3.3
3.7
Meals & dining
3.1
3.4
Activities
3.1
3.3
Value for cost*
3.1
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Plainfield memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Plainfield memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield 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 Plainfield that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Plainfield, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.1%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.1%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.9%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.3%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.1%
69.5%
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 Plainfield 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 Plainfield Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Plainfield, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.9%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.3%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.1%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Plainfield 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 Plainfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Plainfield, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
51.7%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.3%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
57.9%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.1%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
35.7%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Plainfield 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 Plainfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Plainfield, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
48.5%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Plainfield 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 Plainfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Plainfield, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.1%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.1%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.1%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.5%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.9%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.5%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.7%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.9%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
46.3%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.9%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Plainfield

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