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Memory care in Tappan 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 Tappan is about $7,382 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 69 communities, read 1415 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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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The Spring Valley Rest Home is a most beautiful and wonderful place to call home. I know that is true because I live here. The accommodations and food here are excellent. But the best part of this home is...
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.
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.
With all the galleries and shops located in and around Atria Chestnut Ridge, it's a wonder that we ever see our residents at all. From tree-lined streets to the artisan community of Nyack, the local atmosphere plays an active role in the lives of everyone within our community. But more...
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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.
Photo of Marian Woods
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 mother-in-law is in her late 90’s and has been a resident for two years. She was a charter member when the community opened. The interior and exterior facilities are not only beautiful, but also kept...
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.
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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, 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.
Welcome to the place that makes you feel at Home. Whether through our short-stay rehabilitation, assisted living, memory care services, or nursing home, Actors Fund Home offers top notch, compassionate care and the opportunity to age in place. Our campus features a newly constructed memory care...
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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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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.
RiverSpring Living stands as a beacon of compassionate care and innovation, dedicated to empowering older adults of all faiths to embrace a life of dignity, vitality, and purpose. Rooted in Jewish values and a non-profit mission, it has spent over a century championing healthy aging through an...
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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.
. OUR MISSION-Our goals and services are based on two fundamental philosophical principles. The belief in the innate worth of the aged and disabled individual and belief that each individual regardless of age, sex, race, religion, or handicap is entitled to maximize his/her potential as a...
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.
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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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
DID YOU KNOW THAT ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE IS TREATABLE? WE DO. While presently there is no cure, the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias can be managed and reduced. At Hearthstone Alzheimer Care, we know how to do this better than anyone else. The direct care services we provide...

Cost of memory care in Tappan, NY

The average cost of senior living in Tappan is $7,382 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Hempstead, NY with an average of $7,193 per month.

Memory care costs in Tappan, NY, vs. nearby cities

Tappan, NY
$7,382/mo
$7,440/mo

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

Tappan, NY
$7,382/mo
U.S. national average
$4,954/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,382/mo

Memory care costs in Tappan, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,559/mo
Studio
$7,940/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,880/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,199/mo

Senior living costs in Tappan 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: Tappan, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTappan, NYNew YorkU.S.
Memory Care$7,382/mo$5,929/mo$4,954/mo
Assisted Living$7,341/mo$5,839/mo$4,703/mo
Independent Living$6,564/mo$4,694/mo$4,160/mo
Memory Care
Tappan, NY:$7,382/mo
New York:$5,929/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Assisted Living
Tappan, NY:$7,341/mo
New York:$5,839/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Independent Living
Tappan, NY:$6,564/mo
New York:$4,694/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Memory care costs in Tappan, NY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Tappan 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
Tappan, NY$9,568/mo$8,839/mo+8.2%
New York$8,004/mo$7,597/mo+5.4%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Tappan, NY
2024 average cost:$9,568/mo
2023 average cost:$8,839/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
New York
2024 average cost:$8,004/mo
2023 average cost:$7,597/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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 Tappan

Recent reviews for memory care in Tappan

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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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 highlight the friendly and caring nature of the staff members across various communities, such as at The Fountains at RiverVue, Thrive at Montvale, and The Chelsea at New City, where families express their gratitude for the long-term friendships that have been formed between t ...
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Personalized care and attention. Several reviews mention the attentiveness of caregivers towards the unique needs of each resident, as noted in the experiences at Harmony Village at CareOne Paramus, Van Dyk Park Place, and Sunrise of New City, where families appreciate the individualized care and support provided to their ...
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Active community events and activities. Reviews from communities like Thrive at Montvale, Harmony Village at CareOne Paramus, and Sunrise of Fleetwood detail the wide range of activities offered, including social events, craft time, and games, which help residents stay engaged and active.
Thorough communication between families and staff. Families value the consistent and open communication they receive from communities, as seen in the reviews for The Chelsea at New City, Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Cresskill, and CareOne at the Cupola, where families express confidence in knowing they are informed about their loved one ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Several reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities they're in, as shared in the experiences at Sunrise of New City, Van Dyk Park Place, and Allegro at Harrington Park, emphasizing the importance of a comfortable and welcoming environment for residents.
Dedicated and experienced staff teams. Multiple reviews express appreciation for the experienced staff teams at their communities, as noted in the experiences at The Chelsea at New City, Sunrise of Woodcliff Lake, and Harmony Village at CareOne Paramus, where families have confidence in the knowledge and expertise of the caregi ...
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Tappan review score based on 276 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 276 reviews of 66 Tappan memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Tappan 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

Tappan review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Tappan, NY66 facilities
8.1
Piermont, NY65 facilities
8.0

Review subcategories for Tappan 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 276 reviews of 66 Tappan memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Tappan 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
3.7
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
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Tappan memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tappan memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tappan, 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 Tappan 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 Tappan 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
72.7%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.6%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.2%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
48.5%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.9%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.6%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Tappan 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 Tappan 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
71.2%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
59.1%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.3%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Tappan 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 Tappan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tappan, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
59.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.1%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
59.1%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.5%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.3%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Tappan 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 Tappan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
47%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.5%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
40.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.8%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tappan 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 Tappan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tappan, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.1%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.9%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.2%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.6%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.7%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.9%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.1%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
62.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
47%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Tappan

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 Tappan protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Van Dyk Park Place, Atria Woodlands and Juniper Village at Paramus are the top-rated memory care facilities near Tappan, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 69 memory care facilities near Tappan, New York. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Tappan, New York are Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, Atria Forest Hills and Brookdale Wayne AL/MC. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 69 memory care facilities near you in Tappan, New York typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Tappan, New York, 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 Tappan, New York, 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 Tappan, New York ranges from $1235 to $31129. The average Memory Care cost in Tappan, New York is $7,382. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Tappan, New York typically starts at $1235. 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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