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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Princeton, NJ

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Princeton is a beautiful, historic Northeastern town with bountiful amenities. It’s home to various museums and old buildings, including Princeton University, the fourth-oldest college in the U.S. If your loved one needs memory care and you’re exploring facilities in Princeton, A Place for Mom can help you find the best supportive environment for your family member.

There are 13 memory care centers in Princeton we partner with that specialize in the unique needs of individuals with memory-related disorders such as Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Of our 13 partner communities, three are stand-alone memory care facilities and 10 are combination memory care, assisted living, and independent living facilities. These communities offer the best life possible by providing memory therapies as well as safe and comfortable environments.

This guide lists the top facilities in a 10-mile radius of Princeton’s downtown area. It will also cover everything you need to know about memory care in this beautiful town. You’ll learn more about facility costs and regulations, senior-specific local resources, and more.

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Photo of Carnegie Assisted Living
77 Photos available
8.5
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32 reviews
8.5
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32 reviews
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My brother has lived here for a number of years. I am happy to say that he has been very happy and well cared for during his stay. The staff has been very friendly and attentive and there have been many...
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.
Within a campus of continued care, transitions are easy to meet your current needs. Whether you are here for a brief stay or if you're calling The Pavilions 'home', we want you to feel comfortable and as independent as possible. Your level of activity depends on your ability and interest,...
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Photo of Ciel of Princeton
88 Photos available
8.4
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15 reviews
8.4
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15 reviews
5 star
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The resident feels like home. The staff is professional and provide service with care and love. He has extended the stay to long term
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.
Located in Princeton, New Jersey, HarborChase of Princeton offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care services, and features beautiful, spacious apartments. Residents are only moments away from the prestigious Princeton University, world-class McCarter Theatre Center, Palmer Square,...
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2525 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.7
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33 reviews
9.7
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33 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
18%
3 star
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Everyone is very friendly. They always try to fix any small issues that come up, and the staff are very helpful. My Mother in Law is in the memory care unit, and they take wonderful care of her. Actually,...
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.
Welcome to an inspiring senior living community located right on the campus of Penn Medicine-Princeton Health in downtown Plainsboro. Nestled moments away from the prestigious Princeton University, the world-class McCarter Theatre Center, the Institute for Advanced Studies, Palmer Square, and...
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99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.7
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55 reviews
9.7
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55 reviews
5 star
64%
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3 star
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Staff is friendly and compassionate. Facility clean and inviting. My mother's private room was a generous size, including the bathroom. Both with plenty of closet space.
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.
If you and your family are looking for memory care, we can help. Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community with our Clare Bridge program is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our residents find a sense of belonging and purpose while also helping them preserve who they...
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Photo of CareOne at Hamilton
1313 Photos available
9.4
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47 reviews
9.4
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47 reviews
5 star
38%
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3 star
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The staff at CareOne saved my dads life. They really care and are invested in his wellness. It's worth the money to know he is safe and thriving. Room sizes are perfect, they have a lot of events and...
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.
CareOne Assisted Living at Hamilton is centrally located in beautiful Hamilton, New Jersey, situated on a 7-acre picturesque wooded campus. We are local to shopping centers, restaurants and entertainment venues. Our residents enjoy beautiful private apartments, abundant activities and customized...
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66 Photos available
9.0
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13 reviews
9.0
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13 reviews
5 star
38%
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39%
3 star
15%
2 star
8%
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I love the services that I get. Everyone is very kind. I've had nothing but great service I would absolutely recommend for people to come here.
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.
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1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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40 reviews
9.0
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40 reviews
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What we like the most about All American is the staff. The staff have been very helpful and the price is reasonable. My aunt always looks good and based on the experience we have had so far we would...
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.
All American Assisted Living at Hillsborough works hard every day to create the best assisted living experience possible for our residents and their families. We believe that every resident, and every staff member, is a vital part of our extended family and we are dedicated to proving affordable...
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1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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43 reviews
8.8
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43 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
26%
3 star
9%
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Bear Creek has a home like feeling, not cold and or institutional. It was a good, positive experience. I would recommend Bear Creek.
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.
Bear Creek Assisted Living incorporates the most progressive Assisted Living concepts into its programs as well as its architectural design. Our individually tailored programs of personal services assure that each Resident's and family's expectations are not only met, they are, in fact, exceeded....
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1212 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.4
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49 reviews
8.4
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49 reviews
5 star
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Very homey atmosphere...just the right amount of resident for an elderly person to get to know... she rates the food very high... I have excellent communication with them...she is happy!
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.
Here you get to define your day 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 community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. You’ll have help with medications, dressing and...
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Photo of Brandywine Senior Living at Pennington
11 Photo available
8.0
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22 reviews
8.0
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22 reviews
5 star
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My mother passed away at Brandywine last month. The decisions you are facing now about the care of a loved one are difficult and life-changing ones. It is with great gratitude that share my experiences with...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living at Pennington! We are a leading provider of quality care and services for older adults and their families. Brandywine Senior Living at Pennington is an assisted living community designed to provide elegant living for older adults who desire an...
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Photo of Juniper Village at Hamilton
66 Photos available
8.0
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15 reviews
8.0
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15 reviews
5 star
40%
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Overall, everything has gotten better since they transitioned their management company to Juniper in March of this year. In the six months that they’ve taken over they’ve already done a survey and 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.
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Photo of Rose Hill Assisted Living
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8.0
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23 reviews
8.0
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23 reviews
5 star
70%
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We had a good tour experience with Rose Hill Assited Living. They were a second floor only full care facility. No access to outside unless family takes them out. They were all very friendly people, but we...
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.
Rose Hill Assisted Living is a wonderful nurturing assisted living community in Robbinsville, NJ. Comfortably situated in a serene residential area, our facility is nestled amidst picturesque grounds alongside the beautiful town center pond and walking paths. We are also conveniently located...
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Photo of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Princeton
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5 star
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Small 16 resident community, that feels more like a group home than an institution, which is a strong positive. Excellent Executive Director. Activities leader brings a lot of positive energy. Staffing is...
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.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Princeton 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...
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Photo of Artis Senior Living of Princeton Junction
1515 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
5 star
44%
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It is expensive but the care is completely worth it. Our loved one is safe, secured and well looked after, we have been very impressed with everything since the day we stepped foot into Artis. On the tour...
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.
For personalized memory care services, you are in great hands with Artis Senior Living of Princeton. The Artis Way empowers residents with their own individual preferences and passions as we ensure that your care is personalized and adaptive to your loved one’s uniqueness. From our purpose-built...
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Photo of Brandywine Senior Living at Princeton
11 Photo available
5 star
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3 star
13%
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My mother has been here for over a ½ year and loves it! I could go on-and-on about how wonderful this place is. The Activities Dept. is spectacular! And when you live in a place like this, you need an...
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.
Assisted Living offers furnished or unfurnished studio, one and two bedroom apartments with full kitchenettes and private bathrooms. One monthly fee includes three meals daily, snacks available all day, utilities, telephone, cable TV, housekeeping, linen service, emergency response pendant,...
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I need to place my husband in an assisted living facility as a respite stay as I went away on business. He recently just had a knee replacement and I could not leave him alone, he needed around-the-clock...
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.
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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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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Our methodology

How we rank order the Princeton community options above

We developed a proprietary recommendation system that orders Princeton community options based on factors we know are important to seniors and their families:

  • Proximity to your search location
  • Availability of recent, high-quality reviews
  • The amount of detailed community information available

Where we source our information

14,000+ communities

We collect proprietary data from our network of 14,000+ senior living communities in the U.S., with regular refreshes of data and information

350,000+ reviews

We have 387,000+ reviews from senior living residents and family members that provide first-hand accounts about senior living communities

Read our full methodology

Costs of memory care in the Princeton area

Based on A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, the average actual cost of a memory care facility in Princeton is about $6,979 per month. [02] This includes all associated fees as well as service fee add-ons.

Here are some of the typical services that are included in this cost:

  • Medication management
  • Assistance with personal care
  • Memory-enhancing activities
  • Social activities and outings
  • Mobility assistance
  • 24-hour emergency response
  • Private, comfortable accommodations
  • And more

Please note that the following costs represent average baseline costs without add-on fees.

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

Princeton, NJ
$6,625/mo

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

Princeton, NJ
$6,625/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,625/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,296/mo
Studio
$7,542/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,145/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,193/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Princeton over time

Princeton, NJNJ stateNational

What families are saying about memory care in Princeton

Recent reviews for memory care in Princeton

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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Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Princeton

5.0
My sister entered FTMC in [date removed] -just as COVID was taking over the world. It was a painful and agonizing decision, but Fox Trail was incredibly helpful and encouraging from the beginning. The transition went so well, it felt like a miracle. My sister made a phenomenal adjustment and ...
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Symphony Manor of Feasterville Assisted Living and Memory Care in Feasterville-Trevose, PA

4.0
I think Symphony Manor for the price is a better value then the other communities we looked at. It is very clean and smells good. Symphony Manor is more updated then other communities that we looked at. I feel they have a variety of residents with different levels of care.

Princeton review score based on 118 family reviews

8.7
Review score19 facilities118 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 118 reviews of 19 Princeton memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Princeton 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

Princeton review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Princeton, NJ19 facilities
8.8
Rocky Hill, NJ21 facilities
8.7
East Rocky Hill, NJ22 facilities

Review subcategories for Princeton 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 118 reviews of 19 Princeton memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Princeton 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.
Princeton, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
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How people pay for memory care in Princeton

Seniors in Princeton can pay for memory care in a variety of ways. In this section, we’ll look at resources that can help seniors cover memory care facility costs, such as private payment methods, VA benefits, Medicare, and Medicaid.

Private pay methods in Princeton

There are a wide variety of private payment methods for seniors. These might include income sources like personal savings accounts, pensions, Social Security benefits, distributions from retirement accounts, and any of the following resources:

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VA benefits for memory care in Princeton

Veteran benefits can assist seniors and their loved ones with memory care facility costs. In this section, we’ll take a look at VA benefits programs and resources that can help you apply for those benefits on behalf of your loved one.

Seniors can use their VA Pensions to pay for memory care facilities. To qualify for the Veterans Pension program, senior veterans must be honorably discharged and meet certain eligibility requirements. You can apply for a VA Pension online by visiting this page.

Aid and Attendance is another benefit that can support veterans with memory care costs related to health care or long-term living arrangements. It provides a monthly sum of up to $1,794 to a veteran, $1,153 to their surviving spouse, or $2,127 for married couples. To qualify for Aid and Attendance, veterans must have a service-connected ailment acknowledged by VA health care.

For the most detailed overview of all benefits available to veterans, you can visit the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website.

In Princeton, there are four veteran service organizations (VSOs) that can help veteran seniors navigate benefits. There is one supported by the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs at the Lawrenceville Armory, the county-operated VSO, the Disabled American Veterans VSO, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars VSO. Applying for VA benefits can be long and complicated, so it’s best to reach out to one of these organizations before you apply.

535

Number of veterans who live in Princeton, according to the U.S. Census Bureau

Percentage of Princeton veterans that are 75 or older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau

Resources for Princeton veterans

Government offices

New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
101 Eggert Crossing Road
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Phone: 609-530-6892

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Phone: 800-827-1000
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.

VSOs and veteran resources

Lawrenceville Armory
151 Eggerts Crossing Road, Room 136
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Phone: 609-671-6697
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Mercer County Department of Veteran Services
1440 Parkside Ave.
Ewing, NJ 08638
Phone: 609-989-6120
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Disabled American Veterans Department of NJ
171 Jersey St., Building 5, 2nd Floor
Trenton, NJ 08611
Phone: 609-396-2885
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of New Jersey
171 Jersey St., Building 5, 2nd Floor
Trenton, NJ 08611
Phone: 609-393-1929
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Princeton Medicaid for memory care

In New Jersey, Medicaid is called NJ FamilyCare, and it can be used to cover memory care costs. Seniors can apply through the Home and Community-Based Waivers program. This allows states to use funds from Medicaid to provide full care to seniors with memory-related disorders like Alzheimer’s and dementia.

For help applying to NJ FamilyCare, reach out to the New Jersey Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services or the New Jersey Division of Aging Services. It might also help to contact the local ombudsman, which can provide you with in-depth guidance on problems and questions related to the health, welfare, safety, and rights of those who live in memory care facilities.

Want to review New Jersey’s full administrative code? Click here.

Princeton resident Medicaid resources

Medicaid assistance

NJ FamilyCare
1 Monument Drive
Princeton, NJ 08540
Phone: 800-701-0710
Hours: Monday and Thursday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

New Jersey Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services
7 Quakerbridge Plaza, Room 306
Trenton, NJ 08619
Phone: 609-588-2600
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

New Jersey Division of Aging Services
3444 Quakerbridge Road
Hamilton Township, NJ 08619
Trenton, NJ 08625-0715
Phone: 877-222-3737
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

New Jersey Long-Term Care Ombudsman
P.O. Box 852
Trenton, NJ 08625-0852
Phone: 877-582-6995

Medicare memory care coverage in Princeton

Medicare is a federal health insurance program. Unfortunately, Medicare doesn’t cover the cost of rent in memory care communities. However, seniors can still use Medicare to pay for medical bills or health care in approved memory care facilities. To be eligible, seniors must be 65 or older and have Social Security Disability benefits. Click here to apply for Medicare through the Social Security Administration.

If you need more specialized medical and social care, Capital Health offers a Living Independently for Elders program, which is a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. It supports seniors living with loved ones.

There are several other programs that you can take advantage of. For instance, seniors who aren’t eligible for the New Jersey Care program can apply for the state’s three Medicare savings programs, which pay for specific Medicare premiums. If you need help paying for medication, there are the Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled and the Senior Gold programs. To apply for any of these New Jersey programs, click here.

Need more information? New Jersey provides a State Health Insurance Assistance Program to help residents navigate Medicare. There’s also the local ombudsman, which can assist you with any long-term care questions or problems you’re struggling with.

Princeton resident Medicare resources

Government offices

Trenton Social Security Administration Office
635 S. Clinton Ave.
Trenton, NJ 08611
Phone: 866-964-0026
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

New Jersey Division of Aging Services
3444 Quakerbridge Road
Hamilton Township, NJ 08619
Trenton, NJ 08625-0715
Phone: 800-792-8820
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Support organizations

New Jersey Long-Term Care Ombudsman
P.O. Box 852
Trenton, NJ 08625-0852
Phone: 877-582-6995

Understand Princeton laws and regulations for memory care facilities

In New Jersey, any facility that provides residential memory care is regulated and licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health (DOH). This includes dementia care homes, assisted living residences, and room and board homes. Upon approval, these facilities are permitted by the state to care for seniors with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

To ensure that licensed memory care providers comply with state regulations, unannounced inspections are completed every two years. If any complaints are made against a facility, the DOH will also launch an investigation. Reports are made available to the public so that families and caregivers can ensure they’re choosing the best community for their loved ones.

You can visit this page to search licensed facilities and look for long-term care facilities. Start by choosing a search method, enter the facility’s name, and submit the “Start Search” button. Search for the provider’s name on the results page, then click on it to view comprehensive information about the facility, including inspection reports and any deficiency citations.

The New Jersey Long-Term Care Ombudsman can also assist if you have any questions about a community’s violation history.

Memory care-specific standards

Knowing the basic standards that memory care communities must comply with can also help you choose the best facility for your loved one. Here, you will get a good overview of what to look for.

To start with, these facilities must be transparent. As a family member, you have the right to view their safety policies, activities for seniors, admission and discharge criteria, the number of staff providing direct care to residents, the security system, and all procedures relating to memory care residents. Additionally, staff must attend a mandatory dementia training program, while caregivers who work at more specialized assisted living facilities must receive dementia-specific training.

For admission to a memory care facility, seniors must be screened for cognitive impairments. Memory care facilities aren’t allowed to admit individuals who are in a persistent vegetative state. Memory care is for seniors with cognitive challenges who can still respond well to their environment and show a level of independence.

New Jersey Department of Health
55 N. Willow St.
Trenton, New Jersey, 08625
Phone: 800-367-6543

COVID-19 regulations for Princeton memory care facilities

In 2022, the New Jersey Department of Health started applying the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention COVID-19 levels to counties. This helped New Jersey better fight the spread of COVID-19 cases.

Memory care facility rules in New Jersey remain stricter than most senior living options. Typically, visitors to facilities must wear a mask when they spend time with their loved one and also agree to have their temperature taken. Apart from receiving regular tests for COVID-19, staff and residents must also get checked on a regular basis for elevated temperatures and other COVID-19 symptoms.

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Vaccinations. All staff must be up-to-date with vaccinations

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Masking. Visitors must wear a mask at all times

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Facility cleanliness. Facilities are regularly disinfected with high-quality cleaners

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Staff safety. Staff must undergo regular testing and symptom checking

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Quarantining. Residents with COVID-19 must self-isolate with supportive care.

What to expect from memory care living in Princeton

Princeton is the perfect town for seniors to retire to. Its historical features and Northeastern charm make it a picturesque place to live in. In the following sections, we’ll break down what you and your loved one can expect from a memory care community.

Memory care services

Memory care facilities in Princeton offer the very best to seniors. Residents can look forward to rooms that are immaculate, comfortable, and private. And most memory care communities provide services such as housekeeping, personal care, health care, recreational activities, transportation, medication management, and more. Well-balanced meals are served daily, and seniors can also enjoy leisurely activities and extended visiting hours with family and friends.

Facility amenities

Whether your family is on a tight or flexible budget, we partner with the perfect memory care communities for your loved ones. The majority of memory care facilities provide shared social spaces, activities and outings designed for memory care residents, and dining rooms for special events and family gatherings.

If you have a more flexible budget, some communities provide additional amenities, such as in-house barber shops, beauty shops, chapels, and luxurious common spaces. Wherever your loved one goes, the staff will be capable of supporting and stimulating the cognitive abilities of residents to keep their memory as strong as possible.

Other senior living options

A Place for Mom partners with 13 memory care facilities in Princeton. However, some communities offer additional senior living types depending on an individuals’ level of independence. Here are the facility options in Princeton:

  • Three stand-alone memory care facilities
  • Ten combination memory care, assisted living, and independent living facilities

The latter communities are especially appealing to seniors and their loved ones because of the various offerings they bring to the table. However, all senior living options are designed to take care of residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and memory loss.

Princeton memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Princeton memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Princeton, 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 Princeton 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 Princeton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Princeton, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
89.5%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
73.7%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
89.5%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
63.2%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
89.5%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
89.5%
73.5%
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 Princeton 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 Princeton Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Princeton, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
84.2%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
73.7%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
84.2%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31.6%
26.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Princeton 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 Princeton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Princeton, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
73.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
73.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
68.4%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
68.4%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.6%
16.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Princeton 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 Princeton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Princeton, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
68.4%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
57.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.8%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Princeton 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 Princeton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Princeton, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
73.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.6%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.1%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.9%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
89.5%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
68.4%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
73.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.4%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
73.7%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
63.2%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.8%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.7%
46.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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Unfamiliar with Princeton? Highlights for seniors

16301

Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Princeton

24%

Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Princeton population

Median annual income for Princeton seniors 65 and older

Health care for seniors in Princeton

There are several world-class hospitals and medical centers in Princeton, New Jersey.

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Penn Medicine Princeton Health

This center is a famous teaching hospital. It’s also a Level 1 trauma center that’s highly ranked nationally in orthopedics.

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Capital Health Medical Center — Hopewell

Hopewell is a Level II trauma center with many accolades for implementing green energy. The center is also among the best neurology hospitals in the region.

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Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital is well known for ground-breaking emergency readiness and also for being New Jersey’s first pediatric trauma center. This Level I trauma center ranks highly for performance in cancer and gastroenterology.

Transportation for seniors in Princeton

Transportation services provide a safe way for seniors with memory-related disorders to retain a level of independence by allowing them to continue traveling with loved ones or caregivers. In Princeton, about 85% of our partner communities offer residents transportation. Some options are paid services, but most are complimentary.

Memory care center transportation is incredibly useful because Princeton doesn’t have public transport that is specifically geared toward individuals with dementia. However, if memory care residents travel with assistance, then traditional transit methods would work well. For instance, Princeton offers Tiger Transit, a free public transportation system for Princeton University with boarding assistance for seniors and wheelchair users, and Princeton Municipal Transit Bus, which is another free public transport system.

Other services geared towards the elderly and disabled include Crosstown, a door-to-door system; Transportation Resources to Aid the Disadvantaged and Elderly, a service that is free to seniors and individuals with disabilities; and Access Link, which offers curb-to-curb transportation and reduced prices to those with disabilities.

Senior activities in Princeton

Most memory care centers in Princeton provide a wide range of outings and activities for their residents, and most can be enjoyed with family and friends. Depending on the community, your loved one can choose between activities like art, cooking classes, pet therapy, music therapy, gardening, arts and crafts, and walking trails. These indoor and outdoor recreational opportunities are built to set your family member up for success. While fun and entertaining, they also help seniors with their dexterity and offer chances for social interactions.

Want to take your loved one out on the town? Those who love history and art can enjoy senior-friendly and accessible places like the historical Updike Farmstead, which features six acres of early 19th-century buildings and equipment. There’s also the free Princeton University Art Museum, where seniors and their loved ones can view thousands of art pieces and shows. The wonderful Grounds for Sculptures, a unique garden brimming with curious artwork, is free to those with disabilities, and it’s also designed to be accessible no matter a person’s mobility level. There are also many benches throughout the park for those who need a break.

Princeton also offers many opportunities for memory care residents to socialize. There are countless restaurants that are wheelchair accessible and senior-friendly, such as Blue Point Grill and Witherspoon Grill. Plenty of great times can be had with friends and family over fine dining, cultural cuisine, or evergreen favorites like pancakes and pizza.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Marlboro, The Birches at Newtown and Oxford Crossings are the top-rated Memory Care facilities near Princeton, NJ. These Memory Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.

The average cost of Memory Care in Princeton is $6,625 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

References

  1. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran Status (S2101): Princeton, New Jersey [Data set]. QuickFacts.

  2. A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

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1.

United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran Status (S2101): Princeton, New Jersey [Data set]. QuickFacts.

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A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.