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

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Photo of The Delaney of Bridgewater
1414 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.5
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28 reviews
9.5
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28 reviews
5 star
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The activity staff are engaging and helpful. The direct care staff seem to take good care of the residents. They do not seek much family involvement and it's unclear what the individualized service plan...
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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Photo of The Heritage of Clara Barton
2525 Photos available
9.5
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49 reviews
9.5
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49 reviews
5 star
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4 star
18%
3 star
6%
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It is filled with caring, friendly professionals, it encourages resident participation in activities and it is spotless. . I would definitely recommend. The building is nestled in an adorable town which...
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.
Heritage of Clara Barton offers independent and assisted living services in a breathtaking and unique setting. Our community is actually a renovated school building built in the early 1920s and is now composed of 84 assisted living apartments and 27 independent living apartments.Our community...
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1414 Photos available
9.5
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86 reviews
9.5
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86 reviews
5 star
54%
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27%
3 star
10%
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Brighton Gardens of Edison was great matter fact I'm using them again in [date removed]. Really everything was great. Bill will be there in [date removed]. I guess the staff every time I had a question or a...
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.
Brighton Gardens of Edison is located just minutes from the Garden State Parkway, the New Jersey Turnpike, Route 1, Route 287, and is within walking distance from the Metro Park train station. Residents may enjoy the many nearby attractions including the Menlo Park Mall, seasonal farmers markets,...
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Photo of Mira Vie Warren
1212 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.3
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16 reviews
9.3
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16 reviews
5 star
57%
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3 star
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I will give them a 4 only because there was a change in management that seems to have shifted the "vibe" there over the last 3 months or so. 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.
The Chelsea at Warren offers an attractive new lifestyle alternative for older adults who may be experiencing some difficulty managing on their own at home. The Chelsea offers a gracious environment with many beautiful common areas. It is conveniently located within a short distance of shops,...
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1414 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.3
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12 reviews
9.3
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12 reviews
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Overall I give Laurel circle an outstanding recommendation. Staff here is so kind and helpful. One of the major benefits of being here is the socialization with other residents and the activities provided....
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.
Discover Laurel Circle – full-service senior living in Bridgewater, NJ, with a unique personality and a distinct spirit. Enjoy a convenient, maintenance-free lifestyle with:-Plentiful services and amenities-An unmatched, flexible monthly dining plan-An engaging schedule of resident-organized...
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1313 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.2
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159 reviews
9.2
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They didn't offer modified soft diet which is why my father couldn't go there and my mom had to leave. The staff was generally great, from sales to the cleaning staff.
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.
Conveniently located just off the Garden State Parkway, down the road from Rahway River Park, Atria Cranford has served Union County families for more than 20 years. A friendly, tenured staff – including more than 60 employees with over a decade of experience at the community – is available 24/7....
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Photo of Spring Hills Somerset
1818 Photos available
9.0
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94 reviews
9.0
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94 reviews
5 star
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The Management are excellent providing answers to any questions you may have. The receptionist are great greeting everyone and the place to go for questions and they will refer you to the right person to...
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 Spring Hills Somerset, we are committed to making healthy living the foundation of every aspect of life. From dining that truly satisfies, to fitness that invigorates and motivates, down to the smaller details, such as our use of safe, non-toxic cleaning products in each assisted living...
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Photo of Brighton Gardens of Mountainside
1717 Photos available
8.9
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64 reviews
8.9
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64 reviews
5 star
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Love the staff. They know me (his daughter) and my dad my name and sight Cleanliness is ok. Dining my dad loves the food. He does not do any of the activities at this time. We do not like needing to pay $12...
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.
Brighton Gardens of Mountainside offers personalized care for older adults in Union County, NJ. Our compassionate team, including our Designated Care Managers, provides individualized care to fit your unique needs and preferences. We work to promote your independence, while providing you the...
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Photo of Brandywine at Mountain Ridge
11 Photo available
8.9
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20 reviews
8.9
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20 reviews
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Pleased with Brandywine for my mom's recent move. [name removed] and [name removed] made the process very easy to transition my mom from rehab into their community. The first day she was welcomed on a...
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.
Scenically situated in Watchung, Somerset County, Brandywine Senior Living at Mountain Ridge provides an elegant environment for older adults who may require a degree of personal assistance, but also desire the freedom of independence. Mountain Ridge is nestled in the picturesque landscape of the...
Photo of Arbor Terrace Basking Ridge
55 Photos available
8.9
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3 reviews
8.9
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I would give all of them a five. I am extremely happy with the care and services my parents receive and would highly recommend it to anyone.
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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Photo of The Residence at Basking Ridge
22 Photos available
8.9
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10 reviews
8.9
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10 reviews
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They have an open menu from 7 to 7 and they could order anything that they wanted. Loads of activities, including happy hour every day at 3:30 and excursions. After less than one year, her rent went up...
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.
Nestled in the heart of Bernards Township, and conveniently located off of I-287, the community is close to shops, recreation & entertainment, dining, the popular Farmstead Arts Center and so much more. The Residence at Basking Ridge offers an array of services catered to seniors. At The...
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Photo of Sunrise of Basking Ridge
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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35 reviews
8.8
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35 reviews
5 star
51%
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34%
3 star
9%
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My mom has been living here for 3mos now. She loves the food and is pleased with the help/assistance she receives here. As her caregiver, I have been very pleased with the staff and the care my mom receives....
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise of Basking Ridge affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized...
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Photo of CareOne at Somerset Valley
44 Photos available
8.7
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28 reviews
8.7
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28 reviews
5 star
36%
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38%
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The staff are friendly and enjoy engaging the residents, putting a smile on their faces. Lots of open spaces and grounds available, very welcoming
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.
CareOne Assisted Living at Bound Brook is an assisted living community located in Bound Brook, New Jersey in Somerset County and home to just over 10,000 people. Bound Brook is a warm community with lots of local stores and shops. Residents will be able to get in their exercise, enjoy park-like...
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Photo of The Bristal at Somerset
1313 Photos available
8.5
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2 reviews
8.5
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2 reviews
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I would recommend Bristal. Good staff to resident ratio most days. Security is excellent, with cameras, ankle bracelets and locking suite doors.
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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Photo of Mira Vie at Greenknoll
1313 Photos available
7.9
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30 reviews
7.9
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30 reviews
5 star
39%
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17%
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17%
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Hello this is [name removed] and I love the Chelsea. They are very good and they have wonderful people working here everybody’s good and [removed] I guess. My favorite part is the activity room with all the...
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 Bridgewater, New Jersey, The Chelsea at Bridgewater is conveniently located in a peaceful, serene wooded area in Somerset County. Residents enjoy personalized assisted living services in private and semiprivate suites in a variety of attractive styles. Residents are welcome to...
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Photo of Sunrise of Westfield
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.8
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24 reviews
7.8
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24 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
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3 star
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Have your loved one assessed before making a decision. Friendly staff, but when living in a different time zone, communication can be a challenge. Get emails and voice numbers and make sure they agree to...
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.
(Please add to bottom of description)Sunrise of Westfield is not licensed for Medicaid.
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Photo of Mira Vie Fanwood
1111 Photos available
2828 Floor plans available
7.7
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10 reviews
7.7
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10 reviews
5 star
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My Mother has been at the facility for approximately 45 days as of today. The facility is very clean and the staff is very nice and attentive to her needs. I love that her medical needs can be met on-site....
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.
NEW INFOAvg resident age is 94 !! Age Min 65 years plus plus Best towns for referrals to be coming from/desired location:UNION COUNTY- Fanwood/Scotch Plains- Plainfield- Westfield- Cranford- Clark- Rahway
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Photo of Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Green Brook
88 Photos available
7.5
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21 reviews
7.5
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21 reviews
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Can’t rave enough about the care my loved one receives at Fox Trail. [name removed]and staff take care of his every need. Facility is immaculate. Meals are well prepared. Activities and entertainment are...
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.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Green Brook is dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia in a secure, safe home setting. We believe, and research and experience support the notion that a small intimate home setting is the best environment to provide a supportive...
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Photo of Brightview Warren
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The community is always immaculately clean. The staff is friendly. I have been to a lot of other communities and out of all of those places that I have seen, Brightview Warren is the nicest place in the...
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 Brightview Warren, we offer a variety of community features. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. All meals are provided to residents. We love to accommodate visiting guests, meals included. Dining includes...
Photo of Graceland Gardens
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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.
Graceland Gardens is a new cutting-edge concept in Assisted Living providing a true homelike environment in the newly built 23 suite ranch style mansion. Graceland Gardens offers bright, inviting one and two resident suites. Each suite is spacious, allowing plenty of room for the "personal...
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7.4
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The food and activities could be better. But the staff couldn't be nicer and they treated [name removed] wonderfully. And the care he received was good. My family and I really had good feelings about the...
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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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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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...
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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Very beautiful and well kept. My bubbe was very happy here. She made a lot of friends and loved her room. I would recommend this place to anyone. The staff are very friendly and everyone smiles. I only had...
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.
The Martin and Edith Stein Assisted Living Residence represents a new dimension in living for those who choose not to live alone, yet do not need nursing home care. In our innovative, assisted-living environment, the fullness of life continues. Residents are appreciated for their talents and...

Cost of memory care in Dunellen, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Dunellen is $7,376 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of $6,794 per month.

Memory care costs in Dunellen, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Dunellen, NJ
$7,376/mo
$7,421/mo

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

Dunellen, NJ
$7,376/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,376/mo

Memory care costs in Dunellen, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,977/mo
Studio
$7,732/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,508/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,873/mo

Senior living costs in Dunellen 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: Dunellen, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDunellen, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$7,376/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$7,305/mo$7,102/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$6,531/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Dunellen, NJ:$7,376/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Dunellen, NJ:$7,305/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Dunellen, NJ:$6,531/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Dunellen, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Dunellen 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
Dunellen, NJ$8,886/mo$8,034/mo+10.6%
New Jersey$8,840/mo$8,241/mo+7.3%
National$6,504/mo$6,180/mo+5.2%
Dunellen, NJ
2024 average cost:$8,886/mo
2023 average cost:$8,034/mo
Percent change:+10.6%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$8,840/mo
2023 average cost:$8,241/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,504/mo
2023 average cost:$6,180/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Dunellen

Recent reviews for memory care in Dunellen

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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CareOne East Brunswick Assisted Living

4.9
Everything about this place was great from the office staff to the care staff from the time my Mom was placed here until her passing. There are activities that they made sure she participated in. My family was kept up to date with her health status and changes by the facility as well as her ...
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Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Montville

5.0
We moved our mother in two months ago. We have a big family but everyone agreed to move Mom to Fox Trail, and we are so happy. We take turns visiting, and sitting with her is very nice. The staff is welcoming and never rushes our visits. Thank you!

Dunellen review score based on 190 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 190 reviews of 27 Dunellen memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dunellen 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

Dunellen review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Dunellen, NJ27 facilities
8.3
Middlesex, NJ34 facilities
8.4

Review subcategories for Dunellen 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 190 reviews of 27 Dunellen memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dunellen 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.
Dunellen, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.2
Friendliness
4.1
4.3
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.5
3.8
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Dunellen memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dunellen memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dunellen, 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 Dunellen 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 Dunellen that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dunellen, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.8%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.3%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.5%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
77.8%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
85.2%
74%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dunellen 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 Dunellen Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dunellen, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.5%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
81.5%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dunellen 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 Dunellen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dunellen, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70.4%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
70.4%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
70.4%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Dunellen 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 Dunellen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
63%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
63%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
55.6%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dunellen 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 Dunellen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dunellen, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
70.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.6%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.9%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70.4%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.4%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.5%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.3%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70.4%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.4%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
70.4%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
55.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.4%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Dunellen

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The Delaney of Bridgewater, The Heritage of Clara Barton and Brighton Gardens of Edison are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dunellen, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 33 memory care facilities near Dunellen, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Dunellen, New Jersey are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange, The Villas of Holmdel and Brighton Gardens of Edison. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 33 memory care facilities near you in Dunellen, 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 Dunellen, 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 Dunellen, 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 Dunellen, New Jersey ranges from $1150 to $99999. The average Memory Care cost in Dunellen, New Jersey is $7,376. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Dunellen, 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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