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9 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shell Pile, NJ

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

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Photo of Brookdale Cape May
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
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40 reviews
9.9
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The phone call that changed our lives. [name removed] answered our call the day I began my search for my Mom's new home. She invited me to come to the community & see for myseld what they had to offer....
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 assisted living and memory care community could be the right fit for you. You’ll have help with medications, dressing and......Read more
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Photo of Maurice House
33 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
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My mom loves her "apartment " I wish the communication was better from the administration. No part is covered by insurance so all expenses are out of pocket
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Maurice House is the preferred Assisted Living community in Millville, New Jersey. Maurice House offers residents a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable life. We would love for you to visit us with your family and loved ones and see for yourself! With Maurice House's......Read more
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Photo of Complete Care at Victoria Commons
55 Photos available
8.0
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6 reviews
8.0
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My mom is doing very well there. She actually loves the food and they give you specific people to sit with at breakfast lunch and dinner. They have plenty of things to do however she doesn’t really get...
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.
Victoria Commons provides high quality senior living services in the popular retirement town of North Cape May, New Jersey. Our beachfront town is a favorite vacation spot, peaceful and tranquil with fine dining and shopping readily available. At Victoria Commons, residents choose from a variety......Read more
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Photo of Baker Place
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8.0
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14 reviews
8.0
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[name removed] the director was very helpful and made the move as easy as possible. My 96 year old grandmother is happy and says the food is good! The floors are new and love that is all on 1 level. Smaller...
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.
Please see our new photo's on the Baker Place webpage....Read more
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Photo of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview
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The administration was very good and they run Autumn Lake with a loving, caring attitude and keep a close eye on all of the residents. Communication with the family is very good. The meals are decent. They...
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.
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview is located in Oceanview, NJ. Our mission is to inspire their residents to live life to its fullest by providing the residents with elite-level care in a warm, energetic, and vibrant atmosphere. They offer bright comfortable rooms along with outdoor courtyards......Read more
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Photo of Spring Oak at Vineland
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7.5
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8 reviews
7.5
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My brother never complained. It was very clean, and had friendly people. I myself, loved it. It's a very nice place. Thank you for your help. I would recommend to others.
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.
Spring Oak at Vineland is an assisted living community located in Vineland, NJ. The city of Vineland is located in Cumberland County and home to about 60,600 people. Vineland is a small town with lots of shops and stores where residents can enjoy running errands and doing their shopping, going......Read more
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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.
Noble Senior Living at Bridgeton Essentia Neighborhood distinctive Program is tailored to the individual needs of our residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory-related concerns.Our staff are trained specialists continuously educated and experienced in providing the highest level of......Read more
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Cost of memory care in Shell Pile, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Shell Pile is $5,599 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Somers Point, NJ with an average of $4,915 per month.

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

Shell Pile, NJ
$5,599/mo
$5,412/mo
$5,889/mo

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

Shell Pile, NJ
$5,599/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,599/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,229/mo
Studio
$5,368/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,060/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,847/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Shell Pile over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Shell Pile

Recent reviews for memory care in Shell Pile

Baker Place in Vineland, NJ

4.9
My family really loves this place, my father is here and they have taken care of him wonderfully. Everyone that works here has been great, I like the fact that they seem like they love there jobs. A very clean and friendly place for my father. I can’t say enough good things about Baker Place.

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview

4.4
The administration was very good and they run Autumn Lake with a loving, caring attitude and keep a close eye on all of the residents. Communication with the family is very good. The meals are decent. They serve a very nice breakfast. I would recommend Autumn Lake to others.

Spring Oak at Vineland

5.0
I have had several personal friends and family members have placement with Spring Oak and luckily they recently opened Sunbridge where they provide Alzheimer's Care and my Uncle was in need of a secure community but there was nothing local until now. We have been very happy as always with their ...
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Shell Pile review score based on 35 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 35 reviews of 7 Shell Pile memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shell Pile 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

Shell Pile review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Shell Pile, NJ7 facilities
8.1
Millville, NJ247 facilities
8.2
Woodbine, NJ83 facilities

Review subcategories for Shell Pile 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 35 reviews of 7 Shell Pile memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shell Pile 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.
Shell Pile, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.9
4.5
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.4
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.5
4.0
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Shell Pile memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shell Pile memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shell Pile, 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 Shell Pile 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 Shell Pile that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shell Pile, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
85.7%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
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
100%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shell Pile 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 Shell Pile Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shell Pile, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
85.7%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
42.9%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shell Pile 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 Shell Pile partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shell Pile, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71.4%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
50.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shell Pile 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 Shell Pile communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shell Pile, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
85.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shell Pile 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 Shell Pile offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shell Pile, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
85.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
85.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
85.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
85.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
85.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
85.7%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
71.4%
31.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
85.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 9 memory care facilities near Shell Pile, New Jersey. See the full list.

The 9 memory care facilities near you in Shell Pile, 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 Shell Pile, New Jersey, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

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The cost of memory care facilities in Shell Pile, New Jersey ranges from $495 to $15070. The average Memory Care cost in Shell Pile, New Jersey is $5,599. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Shell Pile, 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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