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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 $7,724 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 34 communities, read 854 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Rehabilitation Center at Hartwick @ Oak Tree is excellent, attentive, caring, professional, competent in every way.
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.
Well known as a provider of high quality nursing and rehabilitation care, Hartwyck at Oak Tree is a unique facility that provides not only geriatric care, but also specialized care for residents who are ventilator-dependent or suffering from traumatic brain injury. Our staff is highly skilled in...
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, 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.
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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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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The marketing official knew all there was to know about the place. There was ample space in the apartment. The meal plan was superb- we had the choice of two meals per day in the Bistro or 1 meal per day in...
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.
Located in a secluded spot just off Highway 78, Fellowship Village in Basking Ridge, Somerset County, New Jersey is a peaceful and beautiful assisted living community to live in. Through the long winters and the moderate summers of New Jersey, we make sure the very best of each season is enjoyed...
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Very beautiful and well kept. My bubbe was very happy here. She made a lot of friends and loved her room. I would recommend this place to anyone. The staff are very friendly and everyone smiles. I only had...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Martin and Edith Stein Assisted Living Residence represents a new dimension in living for those who choose not to live alone, yet do not need nursing home care. In our innovative, assisted-living environment, the fullness of life continues. Residents are appreciated for their talents 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.
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Cost of memory care in Plainfield, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Plainfield is $7,724 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of $7,061 per month.

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

Plainfield, NJ
$7,724/mo
$7,636/mo

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

Plainfield, NJ
$7,724/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,724/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,698/mo
Studio
$7,351/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,571/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,495/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$7,724/mo$7,351/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$7,645/mo$7,287/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$6,983/mo$6,327/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Plainfield, NJ:$7,724/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Plainfield, NJ:$7,645/mo
New Jersey:$7,287/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Plainfield, NJ:$6,983/mo
New Jersey:$6,327/mo
U.S.:$4,203/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 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
Plainfield, NJ$8,902/mo$8,034/mo+10.8%
New Jersey$8,848/mo$8,228/mo+7.5%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Plainfield, NJ
2024 average cost:$8,902/mo
2023 average cost:$8,034/mo
Percent change:+10.8%
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 Plainfield

Recent reviews for memory care in Plainfield

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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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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CareOne East Brunswick Assisted Living

4.9
Everything about this place was great from the office staff to the care staff from the time my Mom was placed here until her passing. There are activities that they made sure she participated in. My family was kept up to date with her health status and changes by the facility as well as her ...
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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 Sunrise of Basking Ridge, Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, and Brighton Gardens of Mountainside, who go above and beyond to ensure residents' well-bein ...
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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, Sunrise of 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 194 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 194 reviews of 31 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

8.4
Plainfield, NJ31 facilities
8.4
8.4
Watchung, NJ35 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 194 reviews of 31 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
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.8
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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
71%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
67.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.4%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.3%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.4%
69.2%
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*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
74.2%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
64.5%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
77.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.9%
25.7%
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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
64.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
67.7%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
64.5%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
38.7%
20.7%
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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
64.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
67.7%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
64.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
54.8%
22.5%
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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
67.7%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.1%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.6%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
74.2%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.2%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
71%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
58.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71%
45.5%
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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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