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Memory care in Rutherford 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 Rutherford is about $7,538 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 63 communities, read 965 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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I recently placed my father, who has dementia, at Arden Courts in Wayne, and I'm very pleased with the experience. The admission process was efficient and straightforward, which was a relief during a...
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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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Choosing a facility is never easy, but this community exceeds my expectations., The walking paths are beautiful, and you can tell a lot of thought went into the design for someone with memory care.Happy to...
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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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I am very happy here. The staff is outstanding, and would be hard to replicate elsewhere,. The food is OK, not gourmet, but not bad, and the daily programming is outstanding. I have no hesitation...
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.
Ideally situated and all-inclusive, this luxury residence is tailored exclusively to older New Yorkers – and makes it easier to live in the artistic and cultural heart of the City, just one block from scenic Riverside Park. Featuring handsome pre-war architecture, art deco-inspired finishes and...
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They took very good care of my brother even though he wasn't always easy to deal with. He was very reclusive and had a number of physical problems. They tried many times to get him to participate in 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.
Here you’ll never stop growing.If you’re looking for fun and freedom in senior living, our senior living community could be the right fit for you. With both assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care on one campus, you’ll have the care you need when you need it. Plus, we’re just a...
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Plenty of space inside and out. Fact that you can move from a ALS to an IL apartment when ready. Parking on site if you have a vehicle. Probably not something you want to publicize but my brother enjoys his...
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.
Harbour View Senior Living invites residents to a home of endless possibilities, growth and comfort. Residents choose from spacious studio, one and two bedroom apartments and live a maintenance-free lifestyle. All daily amenities are included in this North Bergen, New Jersey Independent Living...
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Patient and good listeners to the family's needs. Did not seem pushy in any way; follow-up check in intervals were well paced, since our process required unknown time frames at first. Provided quality...
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.
Juniper Village at Paramus is a lively community that offers both standard assisted living for those needing a little help with activities of daily life and a secure memory care environment designed for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders.Lovely outdoor walking paths...
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Everyone who works there was super attentive, friendly and kind. The food was just amazing! We enjoyed some live jazz and what a super fun activity. Also can't get over how well the employees remember not...
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.
Coterie Hudson YardsDiscover a new vision of luxury senior living, now brought to life at Coterie Hudson Yards.Built from the ground up, with modern interiors by March and White Design, Coterie is thoughtfully crafted for older adults who seek a lifestyle of abundant style, wellness, and social...
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Dear Van Dyk Family, What you all do for my mother and for all of the residents is truly heart warming and inspiring. My mother is so full of life, so happy, not a care in the world, living her best...
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 visitors come to Van Dyk Park Place, they immediately notice the friendly and pleasant surroundings here. Owned for sixty years by the Van Dyk family, our CEO, Bob Van Dyk, is dedicated to giving the highest level of care to our residents and patients alike. Park Place is decorated warmly,...
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Overall Sunrise West Essex is a solid place and a good notch above most places in the area for the money. They could use fresher ingredients on the food... maybe incorporate farm to table from local...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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The people who work there and there dedication. Yes we would recommend the community to other families based on the experience so far.
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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Photo of Harmony Village at CareOne Paramus
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The facility is clean and most of the staff is friendly and care about the residents, however some of the staff is there just for a pay check and they do the bare minimum. Also most incidents happened at...
Provides: Memory Care
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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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They have done a wonderful job taking care of Mom. Their experience bring confidence. They see person as an individual and get to know THAT person. Very happy with our decision to send my mom to this...
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.
Brighton Gardens of West Orange is located in a beautiful suburban setting only 20 minutes from New York City amenities. We are nestled between a premier golf course and the historic South Mountain Reservation, which includes acres of protected land with parks, walkways and trails. We partner...
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So far everything has been great at Sunrise Paramus. And the senior who lives there is very happy. So I would be all of those categories a 5 except for food we would give a 4. It's a smaller assisted-living...
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.
Assisted living in Paramus, NJ, begins with Sunrise of Paramus, a cozy community filled with the warmest touches of home. Our very convenient location makes visiting loved ones easy. We’re just 20 minutes from the George Washington Bridge and close to all major highways.Our fantastic staff...
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Alaris health at the Atrium is providing excellent care for [name removed]. Caregivers are excellent, the nurse is very professional and caring. I will give it the highest rating a 5
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 Best of Everything under One Roof The Hamilton Park campus has been providing care to the Hudson County community since 1989. The Health center has been custom designed to fulfill the needs and wishes of those who share our values and our love of life. Our complete continuum of care provides...
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Outstanding care and kindness from all the staff. Plus amazingly delicious food (Would love to get some of their recipes)! Moved Mom a few weeks ago from a different assisted living community (an...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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5 for all of the categories. They made the process very easy for us. We liked that it is a small facility. The food was really good. My Mom ended up in hospice care while there and the process was seamless.
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 at Paramus 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...
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It's soo expensive. Feels a bit impersonal, pricey. He loved the food and entertainment. for us it was the perfect place for transitional care because we wanted it to feel like we were moving our loved one...
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 Sunrise at East 56th we deliver personalized assisted living and memory care with a caring staff trained to the highest standards. We are home to New Yorkers with refined tastes, and offer programs catering to your unique interests and NYC lifestyle. All so you can thrive in the city where you...
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Super friendly staff. Facility well located near highways. Less ideal is residents want to walk outside of the premises. My mom liked to take long walks and was slightly restrained by the location
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.
Find abundant activities and top-notch, customized care at Mira Vie Clifton, in scenic upstate New Jersey. This secure assisted living community encourages independence in a safe environment, additionally offering memory care services to meet the needs of your loved one. Mira Vie Clifton is...
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Staff are professional and caring, variety of activities, food is good to fair, and studio apartment is the right size for my mother-in-law. Medical staff are attentive and professional. Beautiful wooded...
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 have the care you need if you need it so you can focus on having fun.With assisted living and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to your specific needs. And our community is just 30 minutes away from New York City so you can enjoy all the great shopping and restaurants that...
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It was a very nice place but unfortunately not a good fit for our mother after all. We were sad to move her back home in early January. We had not understood what stage my mother's dementia is in. She really...
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.
Introducing The Apsley by Sunrise: a new standard of senior living on the Upper West Side. Offering best-in-class assisted living and memory care, this 19-story community is a place where your next chapter can exceed your expectations. Discover an extraordinary senior living journey deeply...
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The staff is very thoughtful, caring, and responsive. Dining choices are good, healthy, and flexible. Areas are all clean and well-tended to. I would recommend them to others who are searching for 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.
Brandywine Livingston combines the comforts of home with the peace of mind that comes from knowing support is always close at hand. Located in one of New Jersey’s most sought-after towns, our community blends elegant living, personalized care, and genuine connection—offering residents a lifestyle...
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I feel my mom is taken care of and safe. Although having more activities would be a good distraction. Also don't like the TV system they have. My mom has memory issues and she can't work her TV.
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.
Welcome to Clover Hill, a boutique senior living community offering seniors an alternative to the larger hotel-like facilities that provide assistance with activities of daily living. Completely remodeled in 2020, this brand new community is more like an upscale and expansive bed and breakfast...
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Assigned parking for residents, if they have a car. Cleaning service once a week for apt., Laundry facilities...you can do your own or pay for service. Every now and then vendors come in to sell things....
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.
Five Star Premier Residences of Teaneck offers the perfect mix of peaceful senior living and big city excitement with Manhattan just across the river.An extensive interior renovation was completed in 2023 in both our independent living and assisted living communities. With these exciting changes,...
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My Mom entered this facility 2 years ago in the Assisted Living section and is now in it's Memory Care Unit. After working in the Healthcare Industry for nearly 40 years, I think I'm a good judge of good or...
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.
Located in the city of Passaic, this Medicaid friendly facility, which includes a secure Dementia neighborhood, is physically attached to a sub-acute and skilled nursing facility of the same name and under the same family ownership since the 1960's. At Chestnut Hill Residence Assisted Living, we...
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My Mom has been living at Horizon Manor for the past 5 years and we are so happy with the quality of care and attention she and all the residents receive. Horizon Manor is also very affordable. Thank...
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.
       A beautiful Victorian Home in lovely Upper Montclair with Tudors and old oaks as your neighbors.  Spacious Veranda for quiet chats overlooking well maintained properties.          18th Century appointed private and...
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Cost of memory care in Rutherford, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Rutherford is $7,538 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West New York, NJ with an average of $7,151 per month.

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

Rutherford, NJ
$7,542/mo

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

Rutherford, NJ
$7,542/mo
U.S. national average
$4,979/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,542/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,601/mo
Studio
$9,497/mo
1 Bedroom
$10,167/mo
2 Bedroom
$13,501/mo

Senior living costs in Rutherford 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: Rutherford, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRutherford, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$7,542/mo$7,364/mo$4,979/mo
Assisted Living$7,492/mo$7,301/mo$4,723/mo
Independent Living$6,825/mo$6,375/mo$4,181/mo
Memory Care
Rutherford, NJ:$7,542/mo
New Jersey:$7,364/mo
U.S.:$4,979/mo
Assisted Living
Rutherford, NJ:$7,492/mo
New Jersey:$7,301/mo
U.S.:$4,723/mo
Independent Living
Rutherford, NJ:$6,825/mo
New Jersey:$6,375/mo
U.S.:$4,181/mo
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Memory care costs in Rutherford, NJ, over time

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

Rutherford, NJNJ stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Rutherford, NJ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Rutherford 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
Rutherford, NJ$10,689/mo$9,735/mo+9.8%
New Jersey$8,848/mo$8,212/mo+7.7%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
Rutherford, NJ
2024 average cost:$10,689/mo
2023 average cost:$9,735/mo
Percent change:+9.8%
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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What families are saying about memory care in Rutherford

Recent reviews for memory care in Rutherford

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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Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted Living Program in Yonkers, NY

4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Numerous reviews praise the kindness and caring nature of the staff across various communities. At Green Hill Retirement Community, the staff went above and beyond to help during holiday periods or when illness affected a particular house. Families at Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care C ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Communities offer a diverse range of activities to engage residents, from movie nights and museum outings to gardening classes and trivia nights. Residents and families at Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community appreciate the wide variety of offerings that help keep residents active ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are important factors for many families considering senior living communities. Residents and families at Brookdale Wayne AL/MC and Coterie Hudson Yards comment on the immaculate floors, renovated patios, and well-maintained common areas, ensuring a comfortable and plea ...
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Dedicated staff with long-term employment. Long-term employment is a common theme among staff members at senior living communities. Families at Van Dyk Park Place share their appreciation for the staff's commitment to their loved ones, with many having worked at the community for several years.
Personalized care for individual needs. Reviews highlight the importance of individualized care for residents' unique needs. At Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, caregivers accommodated residents' preferences and dietary restrictions in meals, ensuring that they looked forward to mealtimes every day.
Clear and frequent communication with families. Frequent and clear communication between families and staff is essential for peace of mind. Families at Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community and Arden Courts Wayne, A Memory Care Community share their appreciation for the updates they receive, allowing them to feel involved in t ...
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Rutherford review score based on 204 family reviews

8.9
Review score56 facilities204 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 204 reviews of 56 Rutherford memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rutherford 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

Rutherford review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Rutherford, NJ56 facilities
8.9
East Rutherford, NJ59 facilities
8.8
Wallington, NJ70 facilities

Review subcategories for Rutherford 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 204 reviews of 56 Rutherford memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Rutherford 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.
Rutherford, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.2
3.9
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Rutherford memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rutherford memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rutherford, 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 Rutherford 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 Rutherford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rutherford, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.9%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.6%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.9%
69.2%
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 Rutherford 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 Rutherford Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rutherford, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.7%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rutherford 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 Rutherford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rutherford, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.8%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.4%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.8%
20.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Rutherford 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 Rutherford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rutherford, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.6%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
44.6%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rutherford 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 Rutherford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rutherford, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.6%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.4%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.8%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.7%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.2%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.8%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
55.4%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.6%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Rutherford

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