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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in West Orange, NJ

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Memory care in West 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 West Orange is about $7,251 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 54 communities, read 932 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: 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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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
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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.
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Cost of memory care in West Orange, NJ

The average cost of senior living in West Orange is $7,251 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Passaic, NJ with an average of $7,230 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in West Orange, NJ vs. nearby cities

West Orange, NJ
$7,278/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in West Orange, NJ vs. the state and national average

West Orange, NJ
$7,278/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in West Orange vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$7,278/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in West Orange, NJ by room type

Semi-Private
$6,570/mo
Studio
$7,879/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,685/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,384/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in West Orange over time

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What families are saying about memory care in West Orange

Recent reviews for memory care in West Orange

Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne

5.0
Although the expenence of needing to make this transition was not ideal, my experience w/ Arden easier than anticipated. Every single person I Interacted w/ was pleasent and I truly feel my great aunt is getting the best care possible. EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS.

Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange

4.6
My wife has been a resident with Alzheimer's for about three(3) years and her care has been excellent. All of the personal at every level are excellent.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Highly trained and compassionate memory care staff. Numerous reviews mention the outstanding care and attentiveness of staff members towards memory care residents, with many expressing their gratitude for the warm, caring attitude of the team. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Whippany, one reviewer states, 'The staff are ver ...
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Individualized care plans and activities. Many reviews mention the importance of personalized care and activities for memory care residents, allowing them to stay engaged and feel a sense of purpose. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Whippany, a resident's family appreciates that 'The staff actually learns from the ...
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Secure and safe environment. Several reviews mention the importance of a secure environment for memory care residents to ensure their safety and peace of mind. At Brighton Gardens of West Orange, one resident's family comments, 'It's a bright and happy environment,' while at Brookdale Wayne AL/MC, another reviewer notes ...
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Communication and transparency with families. Clear and consistent communication between memory care staff and families is essential for keeping loved ones informed and reassured. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange, a resident's family expresses their appreciation, 'Every single person I Interacted with has b ...
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Dedicated memory care facilities and units. Memory care facilities that focus solely on the needs of individuals with memory loss can provide specialized care and support tailored to their residents. At Harmony Village at CareOne At Hanover Township, a reviewer notes, 'They have a dedicated building for dementia care with 2 floors to me ...
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Engaging and stimulating activities. Keeping memory care residents engaged and stimulated is essential for maintaining their cognitive abilities and overall well-being. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Whippany, a resident's family mentions, 'They have activities to get them engaged... They seem to love anythi ...
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West Orange review score based on 251 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 251 reviews of 51 West Orange memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The West 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

West Orange review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
West Orange, NJ51 facilities
8.6
Essex Fells, NJ62 facilities
8.4
East Orange, NJ47 facilities

Review subcategories for West 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 251 reviews of 51 West Orange memory care communities. This chart helps you compare West 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.
West Orange, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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West Orange memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Orange memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West 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 West 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 West Orange that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Orange, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.7%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
68.6%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.2%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.6%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.4%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.2%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.7%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.6%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in West 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 West Orange Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Orange, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.7%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.1%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.9%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West 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 West Orange partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Orange, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
51%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.9%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
52.9%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.1%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in West 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 West Orange communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Orange, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.9%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
51%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West 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 West Orange offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Orange, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.9%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.3%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.8%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.9%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.7%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.9%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
51%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
31.4%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.7%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 54 memory care facilities near West Orange, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in West Orange, New Jersey are The Belvedere, Sunrise of Madison and Brighton Gardens of Florham Park. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 54 memory care facilities near you in West Orange, 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 West Orange, 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 West Orange, 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 West Orange, New Jersey ranges from $1150 to $99999. The average Memory Care cost in West Orange, New Jersey is $7,251. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in West Orange, New Jersey typically starts at $1150. 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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