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Memory care in Sterling Forest 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 Forest is about $7,183 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 391 communities, read 8832 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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I was nervous about moving in. I have grown to love it. The food has improved a lot and I see more improvement is happening. The entertainment and magician is great! The staff and residents are very kind 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.
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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Wonderful physical environment, many activities offered, very professional staff. Would definitely recommend them. People should be aware that they're very pricey
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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My only experience is with memory care unit. I would rate the unit as a 5 on my limited visits due to geographic proximity. My loved one is being treated well and communication is good. They seem to have...
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.
(Please add to bottom of description)Sunrise of Westfield is not licensed for Medicaid.
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They have an open menu from 7 to 7 and they could order anything that they wanted. Loads of activities, including happy hour every day at 3:30 and excursions. After less than one year, her rent went up...
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.
Nestled in the heart of Bernards Township, and conveniently located off of I-287, the community is close to shops, recreation & entertainment, dining, the popular Farmstead Arts Center and so much more. The Residence at Basking Ridge offers an array of services catered to seniors. At The...
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Arbor Terrace offers numerous opportunities for resident engagement. The staff is very attentive. Meal time offers another opportunity for socialization and the food (by menu) is wonderful. We are in a shred...
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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What we like the most about the community is the friendliness of staff. Yes, we for sure would recommend Atria Park of Lynbrook to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
For more than 20 years, Atria Lynbrook has proudly served the families of Nassau County. With a continuing commitment to quality, the community is undergoing an extensive renovation to enhance its beauty and functionality, scheduled for completion in March 2020. Residents will enjoy a host of...
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The facility is very nice, clean and homey The staff seem to be attentive although my friend says they do not respond when she presses her call button. But I cannot verify the accuracy of that comment. Food...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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I would rate every item a 5. Very happy with them. Actually I don't know about food since I've never eaten there and my mother has dementia so she can't tell me whether she likes or 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.
Come visit our community nestled in the suburbs of Florham Park with tree-lined walking paths surrounding us. Enter our community and you'll experience first hand the Sunrise Difference.Please call for more information or to schedule a visit to find out how Brighton Gardens can enrich your life...
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I would say it's been wonderful! He has certain caregivers that he has really connected with. Everyone has been incredibly responsive and helpful with the adjustment.
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.
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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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 Monarch Coopers Corner
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I am very happy with the service they provide. The facility is amazing. Clean, new, fresh and tons of natural light and outdoor space for the residents. The spaces are well proportioned and thoughtfully...
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.
A HOMETOWN SETTING WITH THE WORLD AT YOUR FEET ASSISTED LIVING | MEMORY CARE 72 RESIDENCES MONTHLY RENTALAN EXCLUSIVE WELLNESS DESTINATION: UNDERSTATED LUXURY Senior Living Refined, bespoke, original, captivating, and local – finally, a retirement community designed to echo the people of...
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The staff is so welcoming and friendly. The apartments on the upper floors have lots of light. And the 1 bedroom is a great size. Everything is very clean and the food smells great!
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.
Maplewood at Darien is an assisted living and memory care residents for the most discerning seniors. Exquisite interior desgin, an enthusiastic and experienced staff of associates, engaging social and cultural enrichments opportunities, and expertly prepared meals featuring farm-fresh ingredients...
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Five stars for all categories - we really liked The Country Home! The staff there are incredibly warm and respectful and genuinely caring towards the residents. They also keep the facility very clean.
Provides: Memory Care
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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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Beautiful new facility. Love the layout of the memory care wing - It is just as nice as the assisted living side, and it gives memory care patients some independence while in a safe, supervised setting. I've...
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.
MODEL APARMENTS NOW AVAILABLE!The Chelsea at Washington Township will be the crème de la crème of Assisted Living and Memory Care. Residents will be supported by Chelsea’s highly skilled and experienced staff in a lavish setting.The community will be located on historic Pascack Road, just steps...
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I thought they did a good job of getting [name removed] out and about from her room. At some point there were no hand soap in the bathrooms which is a HUGE problem in senior home. Staff said supply issues...
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.
Spring Hills Livingston, in Livingston, NJ is where lifestyle meets luxurious living! Our amenities and first-class senior living community offers independent living, assisted living services and memory care…that’s as personalized and unique as the legacy of Spring Hills. Our Livingston, NJ...
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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
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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.
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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I rate everyone a 5. They have been great. Dad was in failing health and they took the time to assist us with anything we needed, the care they are giving Mom has been great
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 Mahwah is setting a new benchmark for senior living in Bergen County. With soaring ceilings, sun-drenched interiors, and brand-new renovations throughout, our community blends modern luxury with the warmth of home. Every space has been thoughtfully designed to deliver comfort,...
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The care there is exceptional the atmosphere is very home like and the help is very caring my mother has expressed she feels like she is home they also have accommodated her lack of teeth because the last...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
       A beautiful Victorian Home in lovely Upper Montclair with Tudors and old oaks as your neighbors.  Spacious Veranda for quiet chats overlooking well maintained properties.          18th Century appointed private and...
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Overall, Sunrise is a very nice long term facility for Assisted Living & for Memory Care. The facility is beautiful & nicely decorated. It looks like a big mansion from the outside & on the inside Assisted...
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.
Ideally located just down the road from the Village Green in Summit, New Jersey, and only 20 miles from Manhattan, Sunrise of Summit provides highly personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in a bright, cheerful, and modern atmosphere. Our community...
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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.
Surrounded by shady, tall trees in a family-friendly neighborhood, Gallagher Home is close to many local amenities that make running errands and continuing personal care convenient. With grocery stores, pharmacies, banks, and fitness centers all in the area, seniors can take care of their...
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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
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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.
At Amber Court of Elizabeth, we offer assisted living in a setting that brings together compassionate care, historic character, and everyday convenience. Our community is located in the heart of downtown Elizabeth, New Jersey, within the former Elizabeth-Carteret Hotel, a landmark building...
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Lovely apartment, very Welcoming staff and residents, excellent food- but inadequate gym and activity space. I certainly recommend this residence- very well located, one hour by train to New York City, near...
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.
Edgehill, a lifecare community by Benchmark Senior Living is conveniently located on the border of Stamford and Greenwich. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Nursing Care. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality and...
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We are having some growing pains getting my uncle settled. [name removed] has been great. Some of the staff is great, some are not. The food, dining, room, activities, cleanliness are all great. The rooms...
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.
Where city energy meets neighborhood charm, Brandywine The Savoy offers a lifestyle full of connection, comfort, and something to look forward to every day. Located in the leafy Little Neck neighborhood on the Queens–Long Island border, our community offers a peaceful, suburban-style setting just...
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"Most" are genuinely caring and attentive. The staff help me through the entire process and made me feel comfortable with the general.
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 Brandywine Middlebrook Crossing, every day feels like it was designed just for you. Nestled in the heart of Bridgewater, New Jersey, our community blends the warmth of home with the ease of hotel-style living—where care is always close by, and joy is always on the calendar. Whether you're...
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My wife was transferred to Bristal from another Memory-care organization. The best decision i ever made. If I was aware of this facility it would have been my first choice. Place is clean, spacious and staff...
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.
At The Bristal at Lake Success, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. Free resident parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized...

Cost of memory care in Sterling Forest, NY

The average cost of senior living in Sterling Forest is $7,183 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Middletown, NY with an average of $4,763 per month.

Memory care costs in Sterling Forest, NY, vs. nearby cities

Sterling Forest, NY
$7,201/mo

Memory care costs in Sterling Forest, NY, vs. state and national averages

Sterling Forest, NY
$7,201/mo
U.S. national average
$5,025/mo

Memory care costs in Sterling Forest, NY, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,201/mo

Memory care costs in Sterling Forest, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$8,098/mo
Studio
$10,183/mo
1 Bedroom
$11,506/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,913/mo

Senior living costs in Sterling Forest 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 Forest, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSterling Forest, NYNew YorkU.S.
Memory Care$7,201/mo$6,061/mo$5,025/mo
Assisted Living$6,593/mo$5,967/mo$4,784/mo
Independent Living$6,385/mo$4,785/mo$4,247/mo
Memory Care
Sterling Forest, NY:$7,201/mo
New York:$6,061/mo
U.S.:$5,025/mo
Assisted Living
Sterling Forest, NY:$6,593/mo
New York:$5,967/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Independent Living
Sterling Forest, NY:$6,385/mo
New York:$4,785/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Memory care costs in Sterling Forest, NY, over time

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

Sterling Forest, NYNY stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Sterling Forest, NY

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Sterling Forest 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
Sterling Forest, NY$9,626/mo$8,705/mo+10.6%
New York$8,004/mo$7,597/mo+5.4%
National$6,492/mo$6,159/mo+5.4%
Sterling Forest, NY
2024 average cost:$9,626/mo
2023 average cost:$8,705/mo
Percent change:+10.6%
New York
2024 average cost:$8,004/mo
2023 average cost:$7,597/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$6,492/mo
2023 average cost:$6,159/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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What families are saying about memory care in Sterling Forest

Recent reviews for memory care in Sterling Forest

Maplewood at Darien

4.6
The Maplewood at Darien was the perfect solution for my 89 year old mom who was unable to live alone. In addition to having memory loss , my mom struggles with anxiety issues, the kind, compassionate and competent staff have embraced my sweet mom and created a community of care and purpose. I ...
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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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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

Personalized care and individualized attention. Reviews consistently praise the personalized care and individualized attention provided by staff at various communities, such as Yorktown Assisted Living Residence, Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, and Spring Village at Pocono, where caregivers learn from residents and ma ...
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Comforting and family like atmosphere. A warm and welcoming atmosphere is a common theme among reviews, with communities like Sunrise of Westfield, Sunrise of Summit, and Esplanade of Woodmere feeling like a second home for residents and their families. Staff go above and beyond to make everyone feel included, making communicat ...
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Engaging and diverse activities for residents. Activities are another key feature mentioned in numerous reviews, with communities like Atria On The Hudson, The Chelsea at Sparta, and Spring Hills Livingston offering a wide range of events tailored to residents' interests. These activities help keep residents active, engaged, and social ...
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Highly trained, dedicated staff. Numerous reviews highlight the importance of well-trained, dedicated staff in providing excellent care. Staff members at places like Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, Spring Village at Pocono, and Maplewood at Strawberry Hill are praised for their commitment to ensuring re ...
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Extensive cleaning and upkeep. Keeping living spaces clean and well-maintained is a priority for most communities, as noted in reviews for places such as Sunrise of Franklin Lakes, Arden Courts Wayne, A Memory Care Community, and Sunrise of North Lynbrook. Regular updates and renovations also contribute to a comfortable ...
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Consistent communication between families and staff. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is essential for ensuring peace of mind and fostering trust. Facilities like Atria Cranford, Harmony Village at CareOne At Hanover Township, and Van Dyk Park Place are commended for their consistent dialogue and transparency, mak ...
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Sterling Forest review score based on 1,718 family reviews

8.2
Review score358 facilities1718 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1718 reviews of 358 Sterling Forest memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sterling Forest 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 Forest review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Sterling Forest, NY358 facilities
8.1
Greenwood Lake, NY383 facilities
8.6
Tuxedo Park, NY9 facilities

Review subcategories for Sterling Forest 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 1,718 reviews of 358 Sterling Forest memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sterling Forest 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 Forest, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
3.9
Friendliness
3.9
4.0
Care services
3.6
3.7
Staff
3.8
3.9
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.5
3.5
Value for cost*
3.5
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Sterling Forest memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sterling Forest memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sterling Forest, 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 Forest 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 Forest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sterling Forest, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.9%
63.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.6%
47%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.1%
69.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.5%
28.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.2%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.2%
69.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sterling Forest 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 Forest Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sterling Forest, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.6%
71.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.6%
45.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.8%
67.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.6%
26%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sterling Forest 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 Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sterling Forest, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.6%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.3%
44.3%
No sugar
No sugar
57%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.2%
49.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.2%
21.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Sterling Forest 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 Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sterling Forest, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57%
39.7%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.7%
22.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Sterling Forest 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 Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sterling Forest, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.1%
32.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.3%
28.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.3%
52.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
50.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.4%
59.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.1%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.2%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
58.9%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
45.3%
31.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.3%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
45.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Sterling Forest

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 York memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Sterling Forest protect seniors.
Learn about New York memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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