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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dunellen, NJ

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If your loved one needs memory care in Dunellen, A Place for Mom can help. With 33 memory care facilities in Dunellen, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Dunellen incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Dunellen memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Dunellen, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Red Hook, Droyer's Point and Greenwood Heights.
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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.
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The marketing official knew all there was to know about the place. There was ample space in the apartment. The meal plan was superb- we had the choice of two meals per day in the Bistro or 1 meal per day in...
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.
Located in a secluded spot just off Highway 78, Fellowship Village in Basking Ridge, Somerset County, New Jersey is a peaceful and beautiful assisted living community to live in. Through the long winters and the moderate summers of New Jersey, we make sure the very best of each season is enjoyed...
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Cost of memory care in Dunellen, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Dunellen is $7,376 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of $6,794 per month.

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

Dunellen, NJ
$7,376/mo
$7,421/mo

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

Dunellen, NJ
$7,376/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,376/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,977/mo
Studio
$7,732/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,508/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,873/mo

Senior living costs in Dunellen 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: Dunellen, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDunellen, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$7,376/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$7,305/mo$7,102/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$6,531/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Dunellen, NJ:$7,376/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Dunellen, NJ:$7,305/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Dunellen, NJ:$6,531/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Dunellen, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Dunellen 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
Dunellen, NJ$8,886/mo$8,034/mo+10.6%
New Jersey$8,848/mo$8,228/mo+7.5%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Dunellen, NJ
2024 average cost:$8,886/mo
2023 average cost:$8,034/mo
Percent change:+10.6%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$8,848/mo
2023 average cost:$8,228/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Dunellen

Recent reviews for memory care in Dunellen

Brookdale Hillsborough

5.0
Overall I have no complaints of this community they have provided my mother with excellent care and have really made her comfortable in her new living environment. They have a great menu for the residents to choose from with a wide variety of meals. They also have a great activity program ...
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CareOne East Brunswick Assisted Living

4.9
Everything about this place was great from the office staff to the care staff from the time my Mom was placed here until her passing. There are activities that they made sure she participated in. My family was kept up to date with her health status and changes by the facility as well as her ...
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Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Montville

5.0
We moved our mother in two months ago. We have a big family but everyone agreed to move Mom to Fox Trail, and we are so happy. We take turns visiting, and sitting with her is very nice. The staff is welcoming and never rushes our visits. Thank you!

Dunellen review score based on 188 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 188 reviews of 27 Dunellen memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dunellen 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

Dunellen review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Dunellen, NJ27 facilities
8.3
Middlesex, NJ34 facilities
8.3

Review subcategories for Dunellen 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 188 reviews of 27 Dunellen memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dunellen 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
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.8
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Dunellen memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dunellen memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dunellen, 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 Dunellen 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 Dunellen that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dunellen, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.8%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.3%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.5%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
77.8%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
85.2%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dunellen 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 Dunellen Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dunellen, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.5%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
81.5%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dunellen 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 Dunellen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dunellen, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70.4%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
70.4%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
70.4%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Dunellen 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 Dunellen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dunellen, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
63%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
63%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
55.6%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dunellen 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 Dunellen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dunellen, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
70.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.6%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.9%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70.4%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.4%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.5%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.3%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70.4%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.4%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
70.4%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
55.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.4%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Dunellen

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