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Memory care in South Orange 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 South Orange is about $7,554 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 53 communities, read 1086 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Staff are unreal amazing! Greet residents by name wherever they are in building, very attentive, never ever seem bothered or annoyed are very kind safety conscious and will give everyone undivided attention...
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.
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We have had an excellent experience so far, the place is lovely and overall we are very pleased. Just like everybody else there are times where you can tell they are understaffed but they are still very...
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.
Since our beginning in the early 20th century as a not for profit community, we have provided a quality retirement experience. Now, as a Continuing Care Retirement Community, that retirement experience includes a gracious and elegant lifestyle augmented by highly professional staff, outstanding...
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The community was clean anytime we would go see my loved one. The community was extremely friendly from the administration down to the janitor. Everyone was always smiling and always asking what...
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.
Established in 1921 in West Orange, NJ Canterbury Village is an experienced Assisted Living Residence. With only 53 residents we offer personalized assistance, support and healthcare services, available 24 hours a day. Our reasonable monthly service fee includes a spacious private studio with...
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I really don't know where to begin by talking about Brandywine Living at Livingston. My mom lived in Florida, but was in need of assisted living. I was her health care surrogate and loving daughter who was...
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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They have been very accommodating to the specific & individual needs of each patient. They are very mom & pop shop-like vs a big organization with a factory-feel. They provide a very personalized experience...
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.
Branch Brook Park Manor is an exciting residential option for seniors who are in need of supportive, long term care. We have had the privilege of serving seniors and their families for over 30 years. We provide all of the comprehensive services of a larger facility while maintaining the ...
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When my sister-in-law came to LNH she weighed 90 lbs and I was preparing for the end. She has suffered from dementia since [date removed]. She was in another facility that wouldn't accept her back from...
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.
Little Nursing Home is a rehabilitation center located in the beautiful township of Montclair, New Jersey, which is in Essex county. The area is very charming, and the residents will find that there is always something going on there. Whether the community band is playing at the high school, the...
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Everyone at Cranes Mill from the doctors, nurses, and social services department, and aides attending to my husband were all friendly, courteous, attuned to his needs and did their very best to address...
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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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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Green Hill has a very homelike setting which we appreciated very much. There are individual houses with a limited number or residents. Each person has a private room. The residents get to know each other as...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Green Hill, located in West Orange, New Jersey, is among the most experienced senior living communities providing 150 years of compassionate personal care.Green Hill offers a catered lifestyle for the more independent senior providing task-free living while assuring a customized plan able to...
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Alterra Wynwood of West Orange
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Alterra Wynwood is an assisted living residence that is purposefully designed to meet the needs of the frail elderly in a comfortable, home-like environment. Alterra Wynwood features a “neighborhood” concept, with six small neighborhoods of resident rooms clustered around dining and living...
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.
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.
At Inglemoor Rehabilitation and Care Center of Livington, we offer Residents outstanding care. We have been recognized by the Department of Health through perfect annual surveys, independent research groups such as Consumer Reports as one of the top ten nusing homes in the State of New Jersey...
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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.
ROSEVILLE MANOR is located in the historic Roseville section of Newark, close to Branch Brook Park, Sacred Heart Cathedral, restaurants, Route 280, Garden State Parkway and public transportation.The landmark building offers nearly 100 private, carpeted, air-conditioned rooms with elegance and Old...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Since 1897, the Job Haines Home has been committed to providing exceptional care at an affordable cost to Seniors 65 and older. Our mission has always been to maintain the dignity, independence and individuality of each resident.Our Assisted Living Residence has sixth-three units featuring studio...
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The Cliffs is simply put peerless! Its 5 stars due to the exceptional staff who are so dedicated to what they do(care for our most cherished,MOM). The job they do is just so amazing, the personal care is at...
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.
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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.
The Woodlands is a  NJ licensed residence within a gracious Victorian home. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the desirable town of Glen Ridge. With a comfortable living room, sitting rooms, and porches, residents can always find a quiet place to relax. Three homemade...
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It's been good, they are clean and friendly. They could use some better parking. Claire is outstanding and extremely patient. Our loved one doesn't speak english so there is a language barrier, but Claire...
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.
The Parkview is a NJ licensed residence within a gracious Victorian home. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood near town in Bloomfield, NJ. With a comfortable living room, sitting rooms, and porches, residents can always find a quiet place to relax. Three homemade meals are...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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My father is doing well here at this community. So far everything working at pretty well. I'am pleased with all they have done for us. He receiving good care here. I know he is safe and in good hands. This...
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.
Montclair Manor is a magnificent place ideal for assisted living community located in a serene town of Montclair, New Jersey State. Our quaint community is situated in an exciting and restful environment. Montclair is a peaceful and excellent place to live as well as for the visiting loved one's...
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Chelsea offers an attractive new lifestyle alternative for older adults who may be experiencing some difficulty managing on their own at home. The Chelsea offers a gracious environment with many beautiful common areas. It is conveniently located within a short distance of shops, restaurants,...
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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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My stay at the Villa was pleasant due to the friendly staff and cleanliness of the facility. I will highly recommend the Villa. Thank you for working with my doctor.
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.

Cost of memory care in South Orange, NJ

The average cost of senior living in South Orange is $7,554 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Orange, NJ with an average of $7,524 per month.

Memory care costs in South Orange, NJ, vs. nearby cities

South Orange, NJ
$7,554/mo

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

South Orange, NJ
$7,554/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,554/mo

Memory care costs in South Orange, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,682/mo
Studio
$7,927/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,676/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,640/mo

Senior living costs in South Orange 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: South Orange, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Orange, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$7,554/mo$7,351/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$7,498/mo$7,287/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$6,779/mo$6,327/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
South Orange, NJ:$7,554/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
South Orange, NJ:$7,498/mo
New Jersey:$7,287/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
South Orange, NJ:$6,779/mo
New Jersey:$6,327/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in South Orange, NJ, over time

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

South Orange, NJNJ stateNational

Memory care cost trends in South Orange, NJ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in South Orange 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
South Orange, NJ$9,582/mo$8,802/mo+8.9%
New Jersey$8,848/mo$8,228/mo+7.5%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
South Orange, NJ
2024 average cost:$9,582/mo
2023 average cost:$8,802/mo
Percent change:+8.9%
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 South Orange

Recent reviews for memory care in South Orange

Sunrise of Franklin Lakes

4.8
The people caring for my grandma are really nice and show concern for her. We are so glad that we chose this place for her. We are happy with the activities they provide but we wish they had more during the week.

Sunrise of Cresskill

4.5
We fell in love with Sunrise as soon as we walked into the place. Every area is beautifully and warmly decorated. The staff is very pleasant and easy to talk to. The residents all say "hello" with a smile on their face. When you walk through the rooms and are always greeted with smiling seniors, ...
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Lakeside Residential Care Home Inc. in Oak Ridge, NJ

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

Compassionate and attentive caregivers. Numerous reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the caregivers across various communities, such as those at Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community and Harmony Village at CareOne At Hanover Township, who go above and beyond to ensure the well-being and happiness of their ...
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Individualized care plans for memory care. Individualized care plans tailored to each resident's unique needs are a focus for many communities, as highlighted in reviews for Arden Courts Wayne, A Memory Care Community and Sunrise of Livingston, leading to better experiences and improved quality of life for memory care patients.
Communication between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is crucial for many, as expressed in reviews for CareOne at Livingston Assisted Living, Atria Cranford, and Harmony Village at CareOne At Hanover Township, ensuring peace of mind and strengthening the partnership between caregiv ...
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Engaging and diverse activities for residents. Communities prioritize offering engaging and diverse activities for their residents, as seen in reviews for Sunrise of Summit, Brighton Gardens of West Orange, and Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, catering to various interests and promoting social interaction and enjoymen ...
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Highly trained and professional staff. Highly trained and professional staff are emphasized in several reviews, such as those for Arden Courts Wayne, A Memory Care Community and Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, who bring expertise, dedication, and compassion to their roles, ensuring the best possible care for th ...
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Respectful and inclusive environment. Respect and inclusivity are valued across communities, as expressed in reviews for Sunrise of Livingston, Brighton Gardens of Florham Park, and Atria Cranford, where residents are treated with dignity, individually, and as contributing members of the community
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South Orange review score based on 242 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 242 reviews of 50 South Orange memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Orange 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

South Orange review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
South Orange, NJ50 facilities
8.2
East Orange, NJ48 facilities
8.2
Silver Lake, NJ41 facilities

Review subcategories for South Orange 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 242 reviews of 50 South Orange memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Orange 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.
South Orange, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
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South Orange memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Orange memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Orange, 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 South Orange 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 South Orange that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Orange, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
68%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in South Orange 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 South Orange Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Orange, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Orange 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 South Orange partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Orange, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South Orange 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 South Orange communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Orange, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
54%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Orange 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 South Orange offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Orange, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
58%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
56%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
36%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in South Orange

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