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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Scotch Plains, NJ
If your loved one needs memory care in Scotch Plains, A Place for Mom can help. With 35 memory care facilities in Scotch Plains, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Scotch Plains incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Scotch Plains memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Scotch Plains, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Chinatown, Lower East Side and Morningside Heights.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Brooklyn, Manhattan and Staten Island.
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Rehabilitation Center at Hartwick @ Oak Tree is excellent, attentive, caring, professional, competent in every way.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Well known as a provider of high quality nursing and rehabilitation care, Hartwyck at Oak Tree is a unique facility that provides not only geriatric care, but also specialized care for residents who are ventilator-dependent or suffering from traumatic brain injury. Our staff is highly skilled in...
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Whispering Woods was amazing. I would recommend to anyone. The rooms are lovely and the staff very kind. The head nurse is wonderful and she too is very kind and thoughtful. The staff including...
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.
At Complete Care at Whispering Woods, an Edison, New Jersey Assisted Living Facility, we pride ourselves on the relationships we build with our residents and staff. Through frequent site visits and a hands-on approach from our top leadership, we create strong connections with both the residents...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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We can't say enough about Brandywine Assist Living. After searching many facilities, and trying to find the right one; we had no doubt we found the perfect place for my mom. Not only was the staff very...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit. With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses...
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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Cost of memory care in Scotch Plains, NJ
The average cost of senior living in Scotch Plains is $7,615 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of $6,859 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Scotch Plains, NJ vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Scotch Plains, NJ vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Scotch Plains, NJ by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Scotch Plains
Recent reviews for memory care in Scotch Plains
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne
5.0
Although the expenence of needing to make this transition was not ideal, my experience w/ Arden easier than anticipated. Every single person I Interacted w/ was pleasent and I
truly feel my great aunt is getting the best care possible. EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS.
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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The Chelsea at Marlboro in Morganville, NJ
5.0
Our mom moved to The Chelsea at Marlboro a few months ago and her experience has been terrific! We are so happy that the staff has made her really feel like she has a new home. Her apartment is clean and spacious. She enjoys the meals and the activities. We feel comfortable knowing that if we ...
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Scotch Plains review score based on 185 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 185 reviews of 29 Scotch Plains memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Scotch Plains 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
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Review subcategories for Scotch Plains 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 185 reviews of 29 Scotch Plains memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Scotch Plains 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.Scotch Plains, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Scotch Plains memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scotch Plains memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains 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 Scotch Plains that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Scotch Plains, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
79.3%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
72.4%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.1%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.6%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.8%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.1%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75.9%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.3%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Scotch Plains 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 Scotch Plains Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Scotch Plains, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.4%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.1%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
79.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.7%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Scotch Plains 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 Scotch Plains partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scotch Plains, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
65.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
72.4%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
72.4%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.1%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.9%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Scotch Plains 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 Scotch Plains communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scotch Plains, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
65.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
58.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
58.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Scotch Plains 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 Scotch Plains offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Scotch Plains, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
69%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.1%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.8%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.4%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
79.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.5%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.4%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
72.4%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
48.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.4%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange, The Belvedere and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne are the top-rated memory care facilities near Scotch Plains, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 35 memory care facilities near Scotch Plains, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Scotch Plains, New Jersey are The Belvedere, Sunrise of Madison and Sunrise of Marlboro. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 35 memory care facilities near you in Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains, 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 Scotch Plains, New Jersey ranges from $1150 to $99999. The average Memory Care cost in Scotch Plains, New Jersey is $7,615. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Scotch Plains, New Jersey typically starts at $1150. 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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