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Memory care in Sussex County 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 Sussex County is about $7,236 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 337 communities, read 5898 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of The Delaney at The Green
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8.5
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The facilities that they found for my MIL were nice and they were varied. So there are choices that fit your personality and needs. They are very accommodating, service oriented, wonderful facilities,...
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.
The Delaney at The Green is an exceptional senior living community nestled in the charming town of Florham Park, New Jersey. Designed to provide a luxurious and vibrant lifestyle for seniors, this community offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and personalized care.The Delaney boasts a...
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Photo of The Country Home
77 Photos available
8.5
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34 reviews
8.5
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Staff was excellent- they listened and asked questions until they understood my needs and reacted professionally. Everyone was very caring in their approach which was very much appreciated!
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 Country Home for Seniors of Morris Plains, New Jersey is pleased to inform you that we offer two types of services to the elderly population. One is Dementia/Alzehimer's care. We have private and semi-private rooms with a capacity for 17 residents. Since we are not a big institution, we...
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8.5
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All would get a 5 except activities. The activities director is great and she does a good job but there is nothing to do on weekends or evenings and no church services. The facility is less fancy than most...
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.
Welcome to Renaissance Home, Forks! We provide Personal Care and Independent living options for you or your loved one. We provide a variety of room sizes to fit your budget and needs including one two room suite that can be used for personal care or independent living. Our 24/7 staff consisting...
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Photo of The Bristal at Somerset
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8.5
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I would recommend Bristal. Good staff to resident ratio most days. Security is excellent, with cameras, ankle bracelets and locking suite doors.
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.
Photo of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at South River
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8.5
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19 reviews
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This was the first facility I toured and left knowing it was the right fit for my father. All my questions were answered fully and I could wander around as I wished. The ability for the residents to go...
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 South River 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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Photo of Sunrise of Old Tappan
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.4
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33 reviews
8.4
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33 reviews
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More vegetarian food options but other than that it is a wonderful place. Yes, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Sunrise of Old Tappan, located in northern New Jersey, just 30 miles from Manhattan, offers assisted living, memory care, respite care and coordination of hospice care to seniors in Bergen County, Rockland County, and New York City. Oakes Park, located directly adjacent to our community, is a...
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Photo of Yorktown Assisted Living Residence
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55 Floor plans available
8.4
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Yorktown Assisted Living has all of the best aspects of a warm, loving and caring home. Residents' rave about the incredible quality of the cuisine. The list of activities is too long to list here but it...
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 Yorktown Assisted Living our mission is to provide personal care and the highest quality-of-life by partnering with residents and families to foster meaningful relationships. Our hand-picked staff are passionate about care and the people we care for, and are committed to supporting the...
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Photo of Getz Personal Care Home Inc
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8.4
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8.4
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My mom loves the staff the residence that are there and she's just very happy. I did recommend it to my sister in laws mom and she is now there!
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.
Our property is located in the heart of the Pocono Mountains.  It has beautiful landscaped lawns with a courtyard and gazebo.  There is a scenic walking path which is handicap accessible.  There are plenty of parking spaces for residents' vehicles and for family and friends to...
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Photo of The Apsley by Sunrise
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On the day I was going to see The Apsley and another place, I ended up canceling the second appointment. The Apsley's decor was impressive, and everyone I met that day was very nice. I wanted my husband to...
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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8.2
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50 reviews
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The administration has been responsive. My husband's caregivers are warm and compassionate. The language difference is a challenge in trying to give or receive information. I wish there had been clearer...
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.
Redefine your independence and do more every day.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our assisted living and memory care community could be right for you. So go ahead and take a dancing class or join your...
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Photo of Promenade at Blue Hill
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We are very happy, no place is perfect, works well for my Mom Based on the experience we have had so far, we would 100% recommend Promenade at Blue Hill to other families
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.
Seniors live happily, in comfort and with dignity at our family owned and operated, state-of-the art dual-care community. For many, it's like being home; for others, it's even better. Natural light, indoor and outdoor courtyards and walking paths, and specially planned activities and services —...
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Photo of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Mahwah
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8.2
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The staff at Fox Trail became like family to our family. So many of the staff actually come to love the residents. It is really a family. Some of them called mom, Mama. She did not to be in her room so they...
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 Mahwah 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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Photo of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Montville
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8.0
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27 reviews
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We moved my husband here 6 months ago. He is happy and well cared for. I visit every day and know when I leave he is okay. They are also very pet friendly!
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 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 milieu based...
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Photo of Sunrise of Franklin Lakes
2424 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.0
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My mom had a tough adjustment to her new home, but everyone at Sunrise helped with making her feel at home. Everyone from the staff is so nice and were so patient with my mom. They did everything they...
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 beautiful residential area of Bergen County, just 30 minutes from New York City, Sunrise of Franklin Lakes provides the very best in personalized care and services to seniors—including assisted living and memory care—in elegant surroundings. Our community is close to the...
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Photo of Grace Park Seniors Living Well
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The food is a 4 to a 5. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. Could use some new activities perhaps to change things up. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we...
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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Photo of Braemar at Montebello
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My father-in-law was not planning on leaving his home but after a stroke, we realized we had to get him additional help. We brought him from Massachusetts to New York. Braemar Living has made this...
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.
Built in 2024 Braemar Living at Montebello is our 3rd Assisted Living Community in New York. Braemar has redefined the assisted living experience, offering a superior level of comfort, convenience and support that sets our communities apart. We understand the importance of balancing the desire...
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Photo of Clover Hill Senior Living
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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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Photo of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Hillsdale East
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I would have to say the kindness shown to the residents is what made a Positive and Lasting impression on my Mom and I. [name removed] and [name removed] are spectacular. We understand they are there to do 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.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Hillsdale East offers retirement living in a white-picket-fence home settled amidst a charming residential neighborhood. This charming community offers holistic memory care and respite care options in Hillsdale’s east side. Surrounded by tall trees, this cozy home...
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Photo of Brandywine Summit by Monarch
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It's beautiful and well manicured. The service is impeccable. They take extremely good care of my mother and look after her medical and personal needs. I recommend Brandywine as a substitute if one is not...
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 Summit blends small-town charm with the convenience of big-city access, creating a community where peace of mind, personalized care, and meaningful connection come together effortlessly. Nestled in the heart of vibrant Summit, New Jersey, residents enjoy the best of both worlds—just...
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Photo of Complete Care at Brakeley Park
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As a nurse, I wanted my mom to be placed in a facility that had good nurses and overall care. I was blown away by how attentive the staff are, how kind and caring they all are. Even the support staff and the...
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.
Brakeley Park Center is a small senior living community in Phillipsburg New Jersey. Our specialty is providing premier senior living services with a focus on individualized attention. Our small town is located where the Delaware and Lehigh Rivers meet so we are able to enjoy the delights of small...
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I am currently a resident at Bethany Residence and so far my experience here has been great. The staff and the other residents are great. It's great to communicate with nice people. Also, [Name removed] is a...
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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Photo of Amber Court of Elizabeth
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Studio room, prices are all inclusive. I would recommend to others, Medicaid beds immediate availability (no 2 year pay down wait)
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.
Amber Court of Elizabeth offers comfortable, caring and affordable Assisted Living choices for seniors. We are located in the thriving downtown area of Elizabeth. We are near many urban conveniences, such as restaurants, shopping, banking, entertainment, and much more. Major highways and public...
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For the activities, I can't really give any opinions on this. My husband was bedridden and couldn't participate. My husband declined and Family Pillar's hospice care came in every day and care for him until...
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.
Alexandria Manor is elegant, affordable and home like. - A safe and secure atmosphere - All CPR certified employees - Full sprinkler systems - Monthly fire drills - Proper ventilation and lighting - Pull Bell System in every bathroom - Department of Public Welfare — licensed - Certified in...
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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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Photo of Mira Vie at Bridgewater
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Hello this is [name removed] and I love the Chelsea. They are very good and they have wonderful people working here everybody’s good and [removed] I guess. My favorite part is the activity room with all 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.
Located in Bridgewater, New Jersey, Mira Vie at Greenknoll is conveniently located in a peaceful, serene wooded area in Somerset County. Residents enjoy personalized assisted living services in private and semiprivate suites in a variety of attractive styles. Residents are welcome to participate...
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Cost of memory care in Sussex County, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Sussex County is $7,236 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newton, NJ with an average of $7,042 per month.

Memory care costs in Sussex County, NJ, vs. nearby counties

Sussex County, NJ
$7,236/mo
$7,225/mo

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

Sussex County, NJ
$7,236/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,236/mo

Memory care costs in Sussex County, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,604/mo
Studio
$8,061/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,593/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,830/mo

Senior living costs in Sussex County 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: Sussex County, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSussex County, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$7,236/mo$7,351/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$7,123/mo$7,287/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$8,511/mo$6,327/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Sussex County, NJ:$7,236/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Sussex County, NJ:$7,123/mo
New Jersey:$7,287/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Sussex County, NJ:$8,511/mo
New Jersey:$6,327/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in Sussex County, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Sussex County 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 Sussex County, NJ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Sussex County 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
Sussex County, NJ$9,324/mo$8,238/mo+13.2%
New Jersey$8,848/mo$8,228/mo+7.5%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Sussex County, NJ
2024 average cost:$9,324/mo
2023 average cost:$8,238/mo
Percent change:+13.2%
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 Sussex County

Recent reviews for memory care in Sussex County

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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Sussex County review score based on 1,312 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1312 reviews of 309 Sussex County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sussex County 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

Sussex County review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Sussex County, NJ309 facilities
8.3
Branchville, NJ326 facilities
8.3
Hamburg, NJ358 facilities

Review subcategories for Sussex County 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 1,312 reviews of 309 Sussex County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sussex County 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.
Sussex County, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Sussex County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sussex County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sussex County, 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 Sussex County 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 Sussex County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sussex County, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.2%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.2%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.3%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.5%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.7%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sussex County 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 Sussex County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sussex County, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.8%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.7%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sussex County 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 Sussex County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sussex County, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.3%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
53.4%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.8%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.4%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sussex County 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 Sussex County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sussex County, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.1%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.7%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sussex County 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 Sussex County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sussex County, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.3%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.9%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.1%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.7%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.1%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
41.7%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Sussex County

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The Chelsea at Sparta, Westwind Manor and Arden Courts Wayne, A Memory Care Community are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sussex County, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 337 memory care facilities near Sussex County, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Sussex County, New Jersey are Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, Twin Cedar Senior Living and Brookdale Wayne AL/MC. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 337 memory care facilities near you in Sussex County, 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 Sussex County, 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 Sussex County, 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 Sussex County, New Jersey ranges from $1130 to $99999. The average Memory Care cost in Sussex County, New Jersey is $7,236. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Sussex County, New Jersey typically starts at $1130. 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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