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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Salem County, NJ

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If your loved one needs memory care in Salem County, A Place for Mom can help. With 282 memory care facilities in Salem County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Forest Park, Buttonwood and Brandywine Hills.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Wilmington, Newark and Media.

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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, 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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4 star
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9%
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My mom is no longer there - unfortunately passed away in July. I can elaborate by saying the caregivers were wonderful, particularly the aides. There were several who always went over and above. My mom's...
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 beautiful downtown Pottstown, PA Sanatoga Court is a Genesis senior living community offering high quality senior care. Our beautiful town of Pottstown offers residents access to parks, concerts, fine dining, shopping and cultural experiences. We offer a wide range of services...
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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.
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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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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Pennswood Village spreads over a huge campus adjacent to the George School in Newtown, with 14 residential apartment buildings connected to a central Community Building. There is a lovely "assisted living"...
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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Cost of memory care in Salem County, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Salem County is $5,425 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Salem, NJ with an average of $5,276 per month.

Memory care costs in Salem County, NJ, vs. nearby counties

Salem County, NJ
$5,425/mo
$5,387/mo
$5,276/mo

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

Salem County, NJ
$5,425/mo
U.S. national average
$4,803/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,425/mo

Memory care costs in Salem County, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,122/mo
Studio
$7,606/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,332/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,728/mo

Senior living costs in Salem County 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: Salem County, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSalem County, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$5,425/mo$7,163/mo$4,803/mo
Assisted Living$5,420/mo$7,098/mo$4,565/mo
Independent Living$4,563/mo$6,112/mo$4,024/mo
Memory Care
Salem County, NJ:$5,425/mo
New Jersey:$7,163/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
Assisted Living
Salem County, NJ:$5,420/mo
New Jersey:$7,098/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Independent Living
Salem County, NJ:$4,563/mo
New Jersey:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
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Memory care costs in Salem County, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Salem County 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
Salem County, NJ$8,623/mo$7,950/mo+8.5%
New Jersey$8,905/mo$8,234/mo+8.1%
National$6,499/mo$6,160/mo+5.5%
Salem County, NJ
2024 average cost:$8,623/mo
2023 average cost:$7,950/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$8,905/mo
2023 average cost:$8,234/mo
Percent change:+8.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,499/mo
2023 average cost:$6,160/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Salem County

Recent reviews for memory care in Salem County

Brandywine at Senior Suites in East Norriton, PA

5.0
First, you need to see this facility. They did a major renovation and it looks so different. It has been modernized and looks amazing. My Mom has been at Brandywine for a few years. It is a tough decision to make when your loved one needs more care than what you can give. The apartments are ...
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Freedom Village at Brandywine, a CCRC in Coatesville, PA

4.5
My mother has lived at Freedom Village since 1999, first in a beautiful condo, next in Assisted Living and finally in Skilled Care for the last 5 years. She is now 96 years old, legally blind, hard of hearing, and has advanced dementia. She spends most of her time in a wheelchair and is happy ...
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The Residence at Chadds Ford in Glen Mills, PA

5.0
I would definitely recommend this community. It is brand new and extremely clean. The community has everything my mom needs. The staff is very friendly, kind, and attentive. The communication is great and they have built a relationship with us.

Salem County review score based on 1,926 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1926 reviews of 282 Salem County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Salem County 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

Salem County review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Salem County, NJ282 facilities
8.3
Woodstown, NJ366 facilities
7.8
Salem, NJ14 facilities

Review subcategories for Salem County 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 1,926 reviews of 282 Salem County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Salem County 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.
Salem County, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.0
Friendliness
3.8
4.1
Care services
3.4
3.7
Staff
3.7
3.9
Meals & dining
3.3
3.6
Activities
3.4
3.6
Value for cost*
3.4
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Salem County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salem County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salem County, 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 Salem County 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 Salem County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Salem County, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.8%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.9%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.3%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.7%
29.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.6%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.8%
62.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.5%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Salem County 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 Salem County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Salem County, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.7%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.5%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.1%
27%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Salem County 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 Salem County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Salem County, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.3%
28.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.4%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
55%
42.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.8%
50.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.2%
16.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Salem County 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 Salem County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Salem County, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.1%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.8%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
44.7%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.7%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Salem County 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 Salem County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Salem County, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.2%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.4%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.7%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.5%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.4%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.6%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.2%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.1%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.1%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
62.8%
48.6%
Dances
Dances
40.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.1%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.5%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Salem County

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Merion Gardens Assisted Living, Brookdale Cape May and Azalea at Cinnaminson are the top-rated memory care facilities near Salem County, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 282 memory care facilities near Salem County, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Salem County, New Jersey are The Heritage Assisted Living, Azalea at Cinnaminson and Morningside House of Collegeville. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 282 memory care facilities near you in Salem County, 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 Salem County, 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 Salem County, 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 Salem County, New Jersey ranges from $495 to $15070. The average Memory Care cost in Salem County, New Jersey is $5,425. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Salem County, New Jersey typically starts at $495. 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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