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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Watchung, NJ

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If your loved one needs memory care in Watchung, A Place for Mom can help. With 36 memory care facilities in Watchung, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Watchung incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Watchung memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Watchung, 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 South Slope.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Staten Island, West Orange and Princeton.

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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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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...
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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...
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The marketing official knew all there was to know about the place. There was ample space in the apartment. The meal plan was superb- we had the choice of two meals per day in the Bistro or 1 meal per day in...
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.
Located in a secluded spot just off Highway 78, Fellowship Village in Basking Ridge, Somerset County, New Jersey is a peaceful and beautiful assisted living community to live in. Through the long winters and the moderate summers of New Jersey, we make sure the very best of each season is enjoyed...
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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My stay at the Villa was pleasant due to the friendly staff and cleanliness of the facility. I will highly recommend the Villa. Thank you for working with my doctor.
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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Cost of memory care in Watchung, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Watchung is $7,506 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of $6,859 per month.

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

Watchung, NJ
$7,506/mo

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

Watchung, NJ
$7,506/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,506/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,439/mo
Studio
$8,008/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,247/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,173/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Watchung over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Watchung

Recent reviews for memory care in Watchung

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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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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Watchung review score based on 208 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 208 reviews of 30 Watchung memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Watchung 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

Watchung review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Watchung, NJ30 facilities
8.1
8.0
Plainfield, NJ35 facilities

Review subcategories for Watchung 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 208 reviews of 30 Watchung memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Watchung 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.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Watchung memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watchung memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watchung, 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 Watchung 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 Watchung that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Watchung, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
73.3%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.7%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86.7%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.7%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.3%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
86.7%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Watchung 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 Watchung Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watchung, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
83.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watchung 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 Watchung partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watchung, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
70%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
76.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
76.7%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
70%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.7%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Watchung 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 Watchung communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watchung, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
70%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
73.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
60%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watchung 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 Watchung offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watchung, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
73.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
63.3%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
56.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
86.7%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
76.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
76.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
76.7%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
53.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 36 memory care facilities near Watchung, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Watchung, 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 36 memory care facilities near you in Watchung, 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 Watchung, 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 Watchung, 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 Watchung, New Jersey ranges from $1150 to $99999. The average Memory Care cost in Watchung, New Jersey is $7,506. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Watchung, 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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