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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sterling Woods, NJ

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

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 296 communities, read 7944 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Toms River, Manalapan and Freehold.

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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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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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Nurses and aides were skilled and compassionate.
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.
Photo of Yorkville Gardens
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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All is well for me, they have been able to assist me with what I am limited to. The staff do a reasonable cleaning of the community and my room. I am happy with the meals I select from and the activities...
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.
A NYS Licensed Enriched Housing program, best described as senior apartments with supportive services. Carnegie East House consists of 74 apartments ranging in size from studios to 2-bedrooms. Majority of the apartments have an excellent view of the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Our...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
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...
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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.
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I want give my gratitude to those who have worked tirelessly during this holiday and essentially have compromised their own health every day while finding ways to cope without jeopardizing those patients...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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
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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...
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...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
New Standard Senior Living is the onlyretirement community in the Hammontonarea with affordable, private assisted livingsuites that offers Medicaid and low-incomehousing options, in addition to private pay.More value and the best support for yourmoney — and payment options you can livewith — add...
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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.
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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, 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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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
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.

Cost of memory care in Sterling Woods, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Sterling Woods is $9,435 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lakewood, NJ with an average of $8,309 per month.

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

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

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

Memory Care
$9,435/mo

Memory care costs in Sterling Woods, NJ, by floor plan type

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

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

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Sterling Woods and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Sterling Woods, NJ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Sterling Woods have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Sterling Woods, NJ$9,107/mo$8,701/mo+4.7%
New Jersey$8,877/mo$8,321/mo+6.7%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Sterling Woods, NJ
2024 average cost:$9,107/mo
2023 average cost:$8,701/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$8,877/mo
2023 average cost:$8,321/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Sterling Woods

Recent reviews for memory care in Sterling Woods

Brookdale Hillsborough

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

4.0
Alcoeur Gardens of [Removed] was a nice place for dad to stay for a brief respite stay. The staff was very attentive and caring to his needs. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. The activities director was very young and hopefully, as she gains more experience they will have more ...
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The Residence at Cherry Hill

5.0
In the beginning our loved one was in the assisted living and that experience would be about a three out of five, and now our loved one is in memory care and that experience so far is a five out of five. Despite our limited experience because of the restrictions our loved one is adjusting very ...
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Sterling Woods review score based on 1,483 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 1483 reviews of 296 Sterling Woods memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sterling Woods 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

Sterling Woods review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Sterling Woods, NJ296 facilities
8.4
Edison, NJ493 facilities
8.4
Lakewood, NJ311 facilities

Review subcategories for Sterling Woods 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 1,483 reviews of 296 Sterling Woods memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sterling Woods 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.
Sterling Woods, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.7
Friendliness
3.4
3.8
Care services
3.2
3.5
Staff
3.3
3.6
Meals & dining
3.1
3.3
Activities
3.1
3.3
Value for cost*
3.1
3.4
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*Learn more about cost details

Sterling Woods memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sterling Woods memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sterling Woods, 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 Sterling Woods 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 Sterling Woods that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sterling Woods, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.2%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.2%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.3%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.3%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.8%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.6%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.9%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sterling Woods 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 Sterling Woods Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sterling Woods, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.6%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.4%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.8%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sterling Woods 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 Sterling Woods partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sterling Woods, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.7%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.8%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
56.4%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.4%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
38.5%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Sterling Woods 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 Sterling Woods communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
49.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.4%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
51%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sterling Woods 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 Sterling Woods offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sterling Woods, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.8%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.6%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.2%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.1%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.9%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.6%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.4%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.7%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.1%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
45.3%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.2%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Sterling Woods

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 Sterling Woods protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Village at Hammonton, Atria West 86 and CareOne at Hamilton are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sterling Woods, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 296 memory care facilities near Sterling Woods, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Sterling Woods, New Jersey are Spring Village at Hammonton, Atria West 86 and Azalea of Cinnaminson. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 296 memory care facilities near you in Sterling Woods, 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 Sterling Woods, 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 Sterling Woods, 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 Sterling Woods, New Jersey ranges from $$3,500 to $$28,750. The average Memory Care cost in Sterling Woods, New Jersey is $9,435. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Sterling Woods, New Jersey typically starts at $$3,500. 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.
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