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

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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, 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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I had my father in Chandler Hall for the last year of his time with us. The level of caring, kindness, love and respect they provided my father is one for which I am eternally grateful. I would recommend...
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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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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Beautiful place, lots of activities, decent food, friendly staff and Princeton is such a great area. The wellness center took a long time to get my mom's medication right. I would definitely recommend going...
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.
Nestled in the serene landscape of historic Princeton, Acorn glen offers a unique and stately residence for those individuals accustomed to distinctive living. We strive to provide a community that welcomes visits from family and friends and invites our residents to sustain their dignified and...
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Upon our arrival at Bayside Manor, we found it to be clean and inviting. Both staff and residents were very friendly and helpful. We met the facilities administrator and we were pleased to find out that...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of memory care in Ocean Acres, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Ocean Acres is $6,454 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Absecon, NJ with an average of $5,145 per month.

Memory care costs in Ocean Acres, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Ocean Acres, NJ
$6,454/mo
$6,777/mo

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

Ocean Acres, NJ
$6,454/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,454/mo

Memory care costs in Ocean Acres, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,848/mo
Studio
$6,758/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,900/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,293/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,160/mo

Senior living costs in Ocean Acres 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: Ocean Acres, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOcean Acres, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$6,454/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$6,447/mo$7,102/mo$4,558/mo
Independent Living$5,428/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Ocean Acres, NJ:$6,454/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Ocean Acres, NJ:$6,447/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Independent Living
Ocean Acres, NJ:$5,428/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Ocean Acres, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Ocean Acres 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
Ocean Acres, NJ$8,439/mo$8,173/mo+3.2%
New Jersey$8,848/mo$8,228/mo+7.5%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Ocean Acres, NJ
2024 average cost:$8,439/mo
2023 average cost:$8,173/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
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 Ocean Acres

Recent reviews for memory care in Ocean Acres

Alcoeur Gardens of Toms River

4.0
Alcoeur Gardens of [Removed] was a nice place for dad to stay for a brief respite stay. The staff was very attentive and caring to his needs. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. The activities director was very young and hopefully, as she gains more experience they will have more ...
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The Residence at Voorhees in Voorhees Township, NJ

5.0
We loved the place. The staff and care was great. This made us feel that she was family to them. We are glad we choose this community. The room was easy access to the dining room, as well as in and out of the shower, and was offered help when needed.

The Residence at Cherry Hill

5.0
In the beginning our loved one was in the assisted living and that experience would be about a three out of five, and now our loved one is in memory care and that experience so far is a five out of five. Despite our limited experience because of the restrictions our loved one is adjusting very ...
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Ocean Acres review score based on 1,163 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1163 reviews of 207 Ocean Acres memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ocean Acres 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

Ocean Acres review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Ocean Acres, NJ207 facilities
8.3
Harvey Cedars, NJ163 facilities
8.3
Surf City, NJ160 facilities

Review subcategories for Ocean Acres 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 1,163 reviews of 207 Ocean Acres memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ocean Acres 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.
Ocean Acres, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
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Ocean Acres memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ocean Acres memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ocean Acres, 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 Ocean Acres 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 Ocean Acres 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
69.6%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.4%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.8%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.8%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.1%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.4%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ocean Acres 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 Ocean Acres Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ocean Acres, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.5%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.7%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.1%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.2%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ocean Acres 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 Ocean Acres partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ocean Acres, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.6%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.6%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
52.7%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.1%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.7%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Ocean Acres 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 Ocean Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.1%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ocean Acres 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 Ocean Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ocean Acres, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.4%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.6%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.3%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.4%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.6%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.1%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.9%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49.8%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.4%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60.9%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
40.1%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.5%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.9%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Ocean Acres

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The Residence at Stafford, Azalea at Cinnaminson and Harmony Village at CareOne Jackson are the top-rated memory care facilities near Ocean Acres, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 242 memory care facilities near Ocean Acres, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Ocean Acres, New Jersey are The Villas of Holmdel, Azalea at Cinnaminson and Harmony Village at CareOne Jackson. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 242 memory care facilities near you in Ocean Acres, 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 Ocean Acres, 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 Ocean Acres, 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 Ocean Acres, New Jersey ranges from $750 to $99999. The average Memory Care cost in Ocean Acres, New Jersey is $6,454. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Ocean Acres, New Jersey typically starts at $750. 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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