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

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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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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.
Evergreen CourtEvergreen Court is an assisted living community located in Spring Valley, NY. Spring Valley, a small village situated just north of Manhattan, is home to numerous landmarks and points of interest. History buffs will enjoy browsing the Finkelstein Memorial Library, which showcases...
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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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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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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.
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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.
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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.
The Longview Assisted Living Residence provides personalized care in a secure community that supports and fosters each individual’s maximum level of independence. Residents receive personalized assistance with activities of daily living, while also enjoying innovative programs and a diverse...
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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, 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.
The Vista is bringing a new kind of retirement living to northern New Jersey. Designed to address an unmet need for independent-senior living, The Vista will be unlike any other independent-living community in the area, offering advanced, innovative programming and amenities based on the most...
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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.
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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My father-in-law was not planning on leaving his home but after a stroke, we realized we had to get him additional help. We brought him from Massachusetts to New York. Braemar Living has made this...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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The staff at Bright Side Manor is very friendly and cares about the residents and their families. I have not had a chance to try the food but my brother seems to like it. The community is well maintained...
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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.
Bright Side Manor is an assisted living community located in the township of Teaneck, New Jersey. Teaneck, which is situated in Bergen County, is a suburb in the New York metropolitan area. Residents of the area enjoy a dynamic arts and culture scene and the opportunity to enjoy live events,...

Cost of memory care in River Vale, NJ

The average cost of senior living in River Vale is $6,825 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cresskill, NJ with an average of $6,713 per month.

Memory care costs in River Vale, NJ, vs. nearby cities

River Vale, NJ
$6,825/mo
$7,352/mo

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

River Vale, NJ
$6,825/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,825/mo

Memory care costs in River Vale, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,022/mo
Studio
$7,562/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,637/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,389/mo

Senior living costs in River Vale 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: River Vale, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRiver Vale, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$6,825/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$6,776/mo$7,102/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$5,990/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
River Vale, NJ:$6,825/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
River Vale, NJ:$6,776/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
River Vale, NJ:$5,990/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in River Vale, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in River Vale 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
River Vale, NJ$9,548/mo$8,659/mo+10.3%
New Jersey$8,848/mo$8,212/mo+7.7%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
River Vale, NJ
2024 average cost:$9,548/mo
2023 average cost:$8,659/mo
Percent change:+10.3%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$8,848/mo
2023 average cost:$8,212/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,145/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in River Vale

Recent reviews for memory care in River Vale

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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Westchester Center for Independent and Assisted in Yonkers, NY

4.0
My father in law is doing okay here at this community, he is still adjusting, but they are caring for him well. We do feel comfortable with his move to this community, it is a nice place. [Removed] is amazing. She was great to work with, she was very helpful, and understanding. The front desk ...
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River Vale review score based on 253 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 253 reviews of 62 River Vale memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The River Vale 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

River Vale review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
River Vale, NJ62 facilities
8.1
Old Tappan, NJ70 facilities
7.9
Hillsdale, NJ66 facilities

Review subcategories for River Vale 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 253 reviews of 62 River Vale memory care communities. This chart helps you compare River Vale 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.
River Vale, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
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River Vale memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in River Vale memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in River Vale, 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 River Vale 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 River Vale 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
75.8%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
64.5%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.4%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.4%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
58.1%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.9%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.8%
74%
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Availability of select dementia care services in River Vale 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 River Vale Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
River Vale, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.2%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
58.1%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
67.7%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.4%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in River Vale 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 River Vale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
River Vale, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
62.9%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.5%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
62.9%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.2%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.2%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in River Vale 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 River Vale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
River Vale, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.2%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.2%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
37.1%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.3%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in River Vale 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 River Vale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
River Vale, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
69.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.1%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.9%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.5%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.3%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.5%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.1%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.1%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
51.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.3%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in River Vale

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