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Memory care in Wawayanda 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 Wawayanda is about $7,246 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 372 communities, read 7395 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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My Dad is happy to be in Valley Vista. I visited him twice during the Covid-19 oubreak as I really worried about him. They took care of him well and there are no Covid-19 cases over here at all. I understand...
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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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Dad is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff are friendly, helpful and attentive. They are encouraging him to participate in some of the daily activities. He seems to like the food and...
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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.
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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.
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Im sending my uncle there starting next month. Im very happy with what they offer. Place is very clean and staff is caring and professional.
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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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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Very beautiful and well kept. My bubbe was very happy here. She made a lot of friends and loved her room. I would recommend this place to anyone. The staff are very friendly and everyone smiles. I only had...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Martin and Edith Stein Assisted Living Residence represents a new dimension in living for those who choose not to live alone, yet do not need nursing home care. In our innovative, assisted-living environment, the fullness of life continues. Residents are appreciated for their talents and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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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 Brookside Personal Care Home, located in South Sterling, PA is a personal care home committed to providing its residents with a setting where they can continue their independnt lifestyle. We are a 24 bed facility, where residents receive personalized attention by the professional staff who...
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When I had to move my parents from Philadelphia 5 years ago to the Hillsborough area, my wife and I spoke with friends and toured several of the assisted living facilities in the area. They ended up at the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Avalon at Hillsborough is Bridgeway Senior Healthcare's newest Assisted Living Residence, having opened in October 2006. We are affiliated with Bridgeway Care Center are a part of the Bridgeway Senior Healthcare continuum of services.    From the moment you walk through our...
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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.
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.
For over twenty years we have been proud to present this unique concept in assisted living and independent living for older adults, in a beautiful country setting. It is our aim to provide you with the services and programs you need to maintain independent, dignified living. Our staff is...

Cost of memory care in Wawayanda, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Wawayanda is $7,246 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newton, NJ with an average of $6,997 per month.

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

Wawayanda, NJ
$7,276/mo
$7,178/mo

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

Wawayanda, NJ
$7,276/mo
U.S. national average
$5,016/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,276/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,523/mo
Studio
$8,135/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,523/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,669/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,540/mo

Senior living costs in Wawayanda 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: Wawayanda, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWawayanda, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$7,276/mo$7,356/mo$5,016/mo
Assisted Living$7,176/mo$7,291/mo$4,718/mo
Independent Living$7,116/mo$6,367/mo$4,176/mo
Memory Care
Wawayanda, NJ:$7,276/mo
New Jersey:$7,356/mo
U.S.:$5,016/mo
Assisted Living
Wawayanda, NJ:$7,176/mo
New Jersey:$7,291/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Independent Living
Wawayanda, NJ:$7,116/mo
New Jersey:$6,367/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
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Memory care costs in Wawayanda, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Wawayanda 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wawayanda, NJ$9,354/mo$8,381/mo+11.6%
New Jersey$8,848/mo$8,212/mo+7.7%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
Wawayanda, NJ
2024 average cost:$9,354/mo
2023 average cost:$8,381/mo
Percent change:+11.6%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$8,848/mo
2023 average cost:$8,212/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,145/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Wawayanda

Recent reviews for memory care in Wawayanda

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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Brighton Gardens of Saddle River

4.3
Staff is really nice. Feels like a homey place. I toured a lot of places and Brighton Gardens is the best place for us. The fireplace in the lobby is very inviting. The food is really good. The new chef is really good, food is important. The studio is cozy. Very convenient to get to, right off ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Many reviews praise the friendly and caring nature of the staff at their community. Residents of Arden Courts Whippany, A Memory Care Community and The Country Home mention the long-term friendships that have been formed between residents and their caregivers.
Thoughtfully designed activities. Activities are a highlight for many residents, with communities like The Chelsea at Sparta and Brighton Gardens of West Orange offering a range of specialized activities based on residents' interests. Outings to museums and parks, music sessions, and arts and crafts projects are popular amon ...
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Individualized care plans. Staff at various communities tailor care plans to meet the unique needs of each resident, ensuring that their loved ones receive personalized attention. Families of residents at Yorktown Assisted Living Residence, Spring Village at Pocono, and Van Dyk Park Place express gratitude for the i ...
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Welcoming and friendly environment. The warm and inviting atmosphere of some communities put residents and their families at ease. Reviews for Artis Senior Living of Somers, Artis Senior Living of Briarcliff Manor, and Monarch Coopers Corner mention the friendly welcome they received upon visiting and moving in.
Consistent communication between staff and families. Families appreciate clear and frequent communication with staff to keep them informed about their loved ones' care. At Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, Spring Village at Pocono, and The Chelsea at Sparta, staff members hold regular meetings with residents and their famili ...
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Homelike living spaces. Residents and their families appreciate the homelike feel of some communities, with several reviews noting the cozy and inviting atmosphere of living spaces. At Atria Cranford, Sunrise of New City, and Arden Courts Wayne, A Memory Care Community, residents enjoy private rooms with updated ...
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Wawayanda review score based on 1,517 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1517 reviews of 342 Wawayanda memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wawayanda 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

Wawayanda review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Wawayanda, NJ342 facilities
8.3
Vernon Center, NJ366 facilities
8.3
Hamburg, NJ358 facilities

Review subcategories for Wawayanda 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 1,517 reviews of 342 Wawayanda memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Wawayanda 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.
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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
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
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Wawayanda memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wawayanda memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wawayanda, 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 Wawayanda 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 Wawayanda that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
62.9%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.2%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.4%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.6%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.1%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Wawayanda 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 Wawayanda Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.3%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.5%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.7%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.9%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wawayanda 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 Wawayanda partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wawayanda, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.9%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
55.3%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.6%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.4%
20.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Wawayanda 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 Wawayanda communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
48.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.8%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
43%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.8%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wawayanda 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 Wawayanda offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
57.6%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.8%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.9%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.6%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.8%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.8%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.7%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.1%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
56.1%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
43.3%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.8%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Wawayanda

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