10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Princeton, NJ
Princeton is a beautiful, historic Northeastern town with bountiful amenities. It’s home to various museums and old buildings, including Princeton University, the fourth-oldest college in the U.S. If your loved one needs memory care and you’re exploring facilities in Princeton, A Place for Mom can help you find the best supportive environment for your family member.
There are 13 memory care centers in Princeton we partner with that specialize in the unique needs of individuals with memory-related disorders such as Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Of our 13 partner communities, three are stand-alone memory care facilities and 10 are combination memory care, assisted living, and independent living facilities. These communities offer the best life possible by providing memory therapies as well as safe and comfortable environments.
This guide lists the top facilities in a 10-mile radius of Princeton’s downtown area. It will also cover everything you need to know about memory care in this beautiful town. You’ll learn more about facility costs and regulations, senior-specific local resources, and more.
Princeton Memory Care Facilities | 442 Reviews
My brother has lived here for a number of years. I am happy to say that he has been very happy and well cared for during his stay. The staff has been very friendly and attentive and there have been many...
The resident feels like home. The staff is professional and provide service with care and love. He has extended the stay to long term
Everyone is very friendly. They always try to fix any small issues that come up, and the staff are very helpful. My Mother in Law is in the memory care unit, and they take wonderful care of her. Actually,...
Staff is friendly and compassionate. Facility clean and inviting. My mother's private room was a generous size, including the bathroom. Both with plenty of closet space.
The staff at CareOne saved my dads life. They really care and are invested in his wellness. It's worth the money to know he is safe and thriving. Room sizes are perfect, they have a lot of events and...
I love the services that I get. Everyone is very kind. I've had nothing but great service I would absolutely recommend for people to come here.
What we like the most about All American is the staff. The staff have been very helpful and the price is reasonable. My aunt always looks good and based on the experience we have had so far we would...
Bear Creek has a home like feeling, not cold and or institutional. It was a good, positive experience. I would recommend Bear Creek.
Very homey atmosphere...just the right amount of resident for an elderly person to get to know... she rates the food very high... I have excellent communication with them...she is happy!
My mother passed away at Brandywine last month. The decisions you are facing now about the care of a loved one are difficult and life-changing ones. It is with great gratitude that share my experiences with...
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Overall, everything has gotten better since they transitioned their management company to Juniper in March of this year. In the six months that they’ve taken over they’ve already done a survey and have...
We had a good tour experience with Rose Hill Assited Living. They were a second floor only full care facility. No access to outside unless family takes them out. They were all very friendly people, but we...
Small 16 resident community, that feels more like a group home than an institution, which is a strong positive. Excellent Executive Director. Activities leader brings a lot of positive energy. Staffing is...
It is expensive but the care is completely worth it. Our loved one is safe, secured and well looked after, we have been very impressed with everything since the day we stepped foot into Artis. On the tour...
My mother has been here for over a ½ year and loves it! I could go on-and-on about how wonderful this place is. The Activities Dept. is spectacular! And when you live in a place like this, you need an...
I need to place my husband in an assisted living facility as a respite stay as I went away on business. He recently just had a knee replacement and I could not leave him alone, he needed around-the-clock...
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How we rank order the Princeton community options above
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- Availability of recent, high-quality reviews
- The amount of detailed community information available
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- Costs of memory care in the Princeton area
- What families are saying about memory care in Princeton
- How people pay for memory care in Princeton
- Understand Princeton laws and regulations for memory care facilities
- What to expect from memory care living in Princeton
- Princeton memory care services and amenities
- Explore senior care with confidence
- Unfamiliar with Princeton? Highlights for seniors
Costs of memory care in the Princeton area
Based on A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, the average actual cost of a memory care facility in Princeton is about $6,979 per month. [02] This includes all associated fees as well as service fee add-ons.
Here are some of the typical services that are included in this cost:
- Medication management
- Assistance with personal care
- Memory-enhancing activities
- Social activities and outings
- Mobility assistance
- 24-hour emergency response
- Private, comfortable accommodations
- And more
Please note that the following costs represent average baseline costs without add-on fees.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Princeton, NJ vs. nearby cities
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Princeton, NJ vs. the state and national average
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Princeton vs. other types of senior living
Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Princeton, NJ by room type
Average cost of Memory Care in Princeton over time
What families are saying about memory care in Princeton
Recent reviews for memory care in Princeton
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Princeton review score based on 118 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 118 reviews of 19 Princeton memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.Princeton review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Princeton 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 118 reviews of 19 Princeton memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Princeton 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.How people pay for memory care in Princeton
Seniors in Princeton can pay for memory care in a variety of ways. In this section, we’ll look at resources that can help seniors cover memory care facility costs, such as private payment methods, VA benefits, Medicare, and Medicaid.
There are a wide variety of private payment methods for seniors. These might include income sources like personal savings accounts, pensions, Social Security benefits, distributions from retirement accounts, and any of the following resources:
Veteran benefits can assist seniors and their loved ones with memory care facility costs. In this section, we’ll take a look at VA benefits programs and resources that can help you apply for those benefits on behalf of your loved one.
Seniors can use their VA Pensions to pay for memory care facilities. To qualify for the Veterans Pension program, senior veterans must be honorably discharged and meet certain eligibility requirements. You can apply for a VA Pension online by visiting this page.
Aid and Attendance is another benefit that can support veterans with memory care costs related to health care or long-term living arrangements. It provides a monthly sum of up to $1,794 to a veteran, $1,153 to their surviving spouse, or $2,127 for married couples. To qualify for Aid and Attendance, veterans must have a service-connected ailment acknowledged by VA health care.
For the most detailed overview of all benefits available to veterans, you can visit the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website.
In Princeton, there are four veteran service organizations (VSOs) that can help veteran seniors navigate benefits. There is one supported by the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs at the Lawrenceville Armory, the county-operated VSO, the Disabled American Veterans VSO, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars VSO. Applying for VA benefits can be long and complicated, so it’s best to reach out to one of these organizations before you apply.
Number of veterans who live in Princeton, according to the U.S. Census Bureau
Percentage of Princeton veterans that are 75 or older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau
Resources for Princeton veterans
New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
101 Eggert Crossing Road
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Phone: 609-530-6892
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Phone: 800-827-1000
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Lawrenceville Armory
151 Eggerts Crossing Road, Room 136
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Phone: 609-671-6697
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Mercer County Department of Veteran Services
1440 Parkside Ave.
Ewing, NJ 08638
Phone: 609-989-6120
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Disabled American Veterans Department of NJ
171 Jersey St., Building 5, 2nd Floor
Trenton, NJ 08611
Phone: 609-396-2885
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of New Jersey
171 Jersey St., Building 5, 2nd Floor
Trenton, NJ 08611
Phone: 609-393-1929
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
In New Jersey, Medicaid is called NJ FamilyCare, and it can be used to cover memory care costs. Seniors can apply through the Home and Community-Based Waivers program. This allows states to use funds from Medicaid to provide full care to seniors with memory-related disorders like Alzheimer’s and dementia.
For help applying to NJ FamilyCare, reach out to the New Jersey Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services or the New Jersey Division of Aging Services. It might also help to contact the local ombudsman, which can provide you with in-depth guidance on problems and questions related to the health, welfare, safety, and rights of those who live in memory care facilities.
Want to review New Jersey’s full administrative code? Click here.
Princeton resident Medicaid resources
NJ FamilyCare
1 Monument Drive
Princeton, NJ 08540
Phone: 800-701-0710
Hours: Monday and Thursday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
New Jersey Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services
7 Quakerbridge Plaza, Room 306
Trenton, NJ 08619
Phone: 609-588-2600
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
New Jersey Division of Aging Services
3444 Quakerbridge Road
Hamilton Township, NJ 08619
Trenton, NJ 08625-0715
Phone: 877-222-3737
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
New Jersey Long-Term Care Ombudsman
P.O. Box 852
Trenton, NJ 08625-0852
Phone: 877-582-6995
Medicare is a federal health insurance program. Unfortunately, Medicare doesn’t cover the cost of rent in memory care communities. However, seniors can still use Medicare to pay for medical bills or health care in approved memory care facilities. To be eligible, seniors must be 65 or older and have Social Security Disability benefits. Click here to apply for Medicare through the Social Security Administration.
If you need more specialized medical and social care, Capital Health offers a Living Independently for Elders program, which is a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. It supports seniors living with loved ones.
There are several other programs that you can take advantage of. For instance, seniors who aren’t eligible for the New Jersey Care program can apply for the state’s three Medicare savings programs, which pay for specific Medicare premiums. If you need help paying for medication, there are the Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled and the Senior Gold programs. To apply for any of these New Jersey programs, click here.
Need more information? New Jersey provides a State Health Insurance Assistance Program to help residents navigate Medicare. There’s also the local ombudsman, which can assist you with any long-term care questions or problems you’re struggling with.
Princeton resident Medicare resources
Trenton Social Security Administration Office
635 S. Clinton Ave.
Trenton, NJ 08611
Phone: 866-964-0026
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
New Jersey Division of Aging Services
3444 Quakerbridge Road
Hamilton Township, NJ 08619
Trenton, NJ 08625-0715
Phone: 800-792-8820
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
NJ Medicare Savings Programs
Phone: 800-792-9745
Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled
Phone: 800-792-9745
Senior Gold
Phone: 800-792-9745
State Health Insurance Assistance Program
Phone: 800-792-8820
New Jersey Long-Term Care Ombudsman
P.O. Box 852
Trenton, NJ 08625-0852
Phone: 877-582-6995
Understand Princeton laws and regulations for memory care facilities
In New Jersey, any facility that provides residential memory care is regulated and licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health (DOH). This includes dementia care homes, assisted living residences, and room and board homes. Upon approval, these facilities are permitted by the state to care for seniors with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
To ensure that licensed memory care providers comply with state regulations, unannounced inspections are completed every two years. If any complaints are made against a facility, the DOH will also launch an investigation. Reports are made available to the public so that families and caregivers can ensure they’re choosing the best community for their loved ones.
You can visit this page to search licensed facilities and look for long-term care facilities. Start by choosing a search method, enter the facility’s name, and submit the “Start Search” button. Search for the provider’s name on the results page, then click on it to view comprehensive information about the facility, including inspection reports and any deficiency citations.
The New Jersey Long-Term Care Ombudsman can also assist if you have any questions about a community’s violation history.
Memory care-specific standards
Knowing the basic standards that memory care communities must comply with can also help you choose the best facility for your loved one. Here, you will get a good overview of what to look for.
To start with, these facilities must be transparent. As a family member, you have the right to view their safety policies, activities for seniors, admission and discharge criteria, the number of staff providing direct care to residents, the security system, and all procedures relating to memory care residents. Additionally, staff must attend a mandatory dementia training program, while caregivers who work at more specialized assisted living facilities must receive dementia-specific training.
For admission to a memory care facility, seniors must be screened for cognitive impairments. Memory care facilities aren’t allowed to admit individuals who are in a persistent vegetative state. Memory care is for seniors with cognitive challenges who can still respond well to their environment and show a level of independence.
New Jersey Department of Health
55 N. Willow St.
Trenton, New Jersey, 08625
Phone: 800-367-6543
COVID-19 regulations for Princeton memory care facilities
In 2022, the New Jersey Department of Health started applying the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention COVID-19 levels to counties. This helped New Jersey better fight the spread of COVID-19 cases.
Memory care facility rules in New Jersey remain stricter than most senior living options. Typically, visitors to facilities must wear a mask when they spend time with their loved one and also agree to have their temperature taken. Apart from receiving regular tests for COVID-19, staff and residents must also get checked on a regular basis for elevated temperatures and other COVID-19 symptoms.
Vaccinations. All staff must be up-to-date with vaccinations
Masking. Visitors must wear a mask at all times
Facility cleanliness. Facilities are regularly disinfected with high-quality cleaners
Staff safety. Staff must undergo regular testing and symptom checking
Quarantining. Residents with COVID-19 must self-isolate with supportive care.
What to expect from memory care living in Princeton
Princeton is the perfect town for seniors to retire to. Its historical features and Northeastern charm make it a picturesque place to live in. In the following sections, we’ll break down what you and your loved one can expect from a memory care community.
Memory care services
Memory care facilities in Princeton offer the very best to seniors. Residents can look forward to rooms that are immaculate, comfortable, and private. And most memory care communities provide services such as housekeeping, personal care, health care, recreational activities, transportation, medication management, and more. Well-balanced meals are served daily, and seniors can also enjoy leisurely activities and extended visiting hours with family and friends.
Facility amenities
Whether your family is on a tight or flexible budget, we partner with the perfect memory care communities for your loved ones. The majority of memory care facilities provide shared social spaces, activities and outings designed for memory care residents, and dining rooms for special events and family gatherings.
If you have a more flexible budget, some communities provide additional amenities, such as in-house barber shops, beauty shops, chapels, and luxurious common spaces. Wherever your loved one goes, the staff will be capable of supporting and stimulating the cognitive abilities of residents to keep their memory as strong as possible.
Other senior living options
A Place for Mom partners with 13 memory care facilities in Princeton. However, some communities offer additional senior living types depending on an individuals’ level of independence. Here are the facility options in Princeton:
- Three stand-alone memory care facilities
- Ten combination memory care, assisted living, and independent living facilities
The latter communities are especially appealing to seniors and their loved ones because of the various offerings they bring to the table. However, all senior living options are designed to take care of residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and memory loss.
Princeton memory care services and amenities
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Health care for seniors in Princeton
There are several world-class hospitals and medical centers in Princeton, New Jersey.
Penn Medicine Princeton Health
This center is a famous teaching hospital. It’s also a Level 1 trauma center that’s highly ranked nationally in orthopedics.
Capital Health Medical Center — Hopewell
Hopewell is a Level II trauma center with many accolades for implementing green energy. The center is also among the best neurology hospitals in the region.
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital is well known for ground-breaking emergency readiness and also for being New Jersey’s first pediatric trauma center. This Level I trauma center ranks highly for performance in cancer and gastroenterology.
Transportation for seniors in Princeton
Transportation services provide a safe way for seniors with memory-related disorders to retain a level of independence by allowing them to continue traveling with loved ones or caregivers. In Princeton, about 85% of our partner communities offer residents transportation. Some options are paid services, but most are complimentary.
Memory care center transportation is incredibly useful because Princeton doesn’t have public transport that is specifically geared toward individuals with dementia. However, if memory care residents travel with assistance, then traditional transit methods would work well. For instance, Princeton offers Tiger Transit, a free public transportation system for Princeton University with boarding assistance for seniors and wheelchair users, and Princeton Municipal Transit Bus, which is another free public transport system.
Other services geared towards the elderly and disabled include Crosstown, a door-to-door system; Transportation Resources to Aid the Disadvantaged and Elderly, a service that is free to seniors and individuals with disabilities; and Access Link, which offers curb-to-curb transportation and reduced prices to those with disabilities.
Senior activities in Princeton
Most memory care centers in Princeton provide a wide range of outings and activities for their residents, and most can be enjoyed with family and friends. Depending on the community, your loved one can choose between activities like art, cooking classes, pet therapy, music therapy, gardening, arts and crafts, and walking trails. These indoor and outdoor recreational opportunities are built to set your family member up for success. While fun and entertaining, they also help seniors with their dexterity and offer chances for social interactions.
Want to take your loved one out on the town? Those who love history and art can enjoy senior-friendly and accessible places like the historical Updike Farmstead, which features six acres of early 19th-century buildings and equipment. There’s also the free Princeton University Art Museum, where seniors and their loved ones can view thousands of art pieces and shows. The wonderful Grounds for Sculptures, a unique garden brimming with curious artwork, is free to those with disabilities, and it’s also designed to be accessible no matter a person’s mobility level. There are also many benches throughout the park for those who need a break.
Princeton also offers many opportunities for memory care residents to socialize. There are countless restaurants that are wheelchair accessible and senior-friendly, such as Blue Point Grill and Witherspoon Grill. Plenty of great times can be had with friends and family over fine dining, cultural cuisine, or evergreen favorites like pancakes and pizza.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Marlboro, The Birches at Newtown and Oxford Crossings are the top-rated Memory Care facilities near Princeton, NJ. These Memory Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Memory Care in Princeton is $6,689 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
The 21 memory care facilities near you in Princeton, New Jersey typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Princeton, New Jersey, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Princeton, New Jersey, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Princeton, New Jersey ranges from $1180 to $14326. The average Memory Care cost in Princeton, New Jersey is $6,689. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Princeton, New Jersey typically starts at $1180. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
References
United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran Status (S2101): Princeton, New Jersey [Data set]. QuickFacts.
A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
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