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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in West Caldwell, NJ

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If your loved one needs memory care in West Caldwell, A Place for Mom can help. With 63 memory care facilities in West Caldwell, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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My wife and I are very happy at this community. The staff are exceptionally friendly. The food tastes good and there is a good variety of choices. We have a nice apartment and a lot of friendly neighbors....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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.
Franciscan Oaks is a life care retirement community located in the gentle rolling hills of Morris County, and just a short walk from the delightful town of Denville.  The nearby downtown offers specialty stores and boutiques, a multitude of restaurants, along with a charming library and...
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Cost of memory care in West Caldwell, NJ

The average cost of senior living in West Caldwell is $7,212 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Caldwell, NJ with an average of $7,072 per month.

Memory care costs in West Caldwell, NJ, vs. nearby cities

West Caldwell, NJ
$7,212/mo
$7,137/mo

Memory care costs in West Caldwell, NJ, vs. state and national averages

West Caldwell, NJ
$7,212/mo
U.S. national average
$4,803/mo

Memory care costs in West Caldwell, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,212/mo

Memory care costs in West Caldwell, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$8,264/mo
Studio
$9,902/mo
1 Bedroom
$10,952/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,455/mo

Senior living costs in West Caldwell 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: West Caldwell, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWest Caldwell, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$7,212/mo$7,163/mo$4,803/mo
Assisted Living$7,155/mo$7,098/mo$4,565/mo
Independent Living$6,388/mo$6,112/mo$4,024/mo
Memory Care
West Caldwell, NJ:$7,212/mo
New Jersey:$7,163/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
Assisted Living
West Caldwell, NJ:$7,155/mo
New Jersey:$7,098/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Independent Living
West Caldwell, NJ:$6,388/mo
New Jersey:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
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Memory care costs in West Caldwell, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in West Caldwell 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
West Caldwell, NJ$9,600/mo$8,438/mo+13.8%
New Jersey$8,905/mo$8,234/mo+8.1%
National$6,499/mo$6,160/mo+5.5%
West Caldwell, NJ
2024 average cost:$9,600/mo
2023 average cost:$8,438/mo
Percent change:+13.8%
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 West Caldwell

Recent reviews for memory care in West Caldwell

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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Lakeside Residential Care Home Inc. in Oak Ridge, NJ

4.0
Under new ownership, the changes are noticeable almost immediately. substantial upgrades and repairs made on the building in the last few months since new owners took control. New roof, bathrooms installed, painting and landscaping to name a few. Staff is very friendly and attentive. Nice ...
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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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West Caldwell review score based on 293 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 293 reviews of 51 West Caldwell memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The West Caldwell 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

West Caldwell review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
West Caldwell, NJ51 facilities
8.1
Caldwell, NJ59 facilities
8.3
Essex Fells, NJ51 facilities

Review subcategories for West Caldwell 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 293 reviews of 51 West Caldwell memory care communities. This chart helps you compare West Caldwell 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.
West Caldwell, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.0
Friendliness
3.9
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.7
Staff
3.9
3.9
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.6
3.6
Value for cost*
3.5
3.6
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West Caldwell memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Caldwell memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Caldwell, 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 West Caldwell 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 West Caldwell 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
68.6%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
70.6%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.2%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.5%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.2%
29.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.2%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.6%
62.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.5%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in West Caldwell 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 West Caldwell Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Caldwell, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.6%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.9%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.7%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.5%
27%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Caldwell 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 West Caldwell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Caldwell, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
58.8%
28.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.8%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
58.8%
42.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.9%
50.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select dining options in West Caldwell 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 West Caldwell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
51%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.8%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
54.9%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
41.2%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Caldwell 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 West Caldwell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Caldwell, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.7%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.8%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.2%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.8%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.8%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.9%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.9%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.8%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
58.8%
48.6%
Dances
Dances
37.3%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.7%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.8%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in West Caldwell

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Wayne and Brookdale Wayne AL/MC are the top-rated memory care facilities near West Caldwell, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 63 memory care facilities near West Caldwell, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in West Caldwell, New Jersey are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange, Atria West 86 and Brookdale Wayne AL/MC. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 63 memory care facilities near you in West Caldwell, 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 West Caldwell, 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 West Caldwell, 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 West Caldwell, New Jersey ranges from $21 to $99999. The average Memory Care cost in West Caldwell, New Jersey is $7,212. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in West Caldwell, New Jersey typically starts at $21. 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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