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I was recently visiting a family member here and was amazed at the attention and care every resident was receiving. the staff was so engaging. the outdoor space is beautiful. I am happy my family member is...
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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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38 reviews
9.6
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38 reviews
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My wife is well taken care or and the staff have a hard job. I feel good after visiting her because she is happy. I come as often as I can. I love visiting my wife here. She is content and enjoys the...
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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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9.4
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57 reviews
9.4
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The head of nursing was fantastic. Sorry I don't remember her name. Other nurses were also very good. The director also went beyond expectations to address [name removed] concerns and in general was very...
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 at Morris Assisted Living is conveniently located near major highways including Route 80, Route 287, and Route 46. We take pride in providing a broad continuum of health care services in a Campus setting. We are part of a CareOne Senior Care Communities -- In addition to CareOne at Morris...
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44 Floor plans available
9.3
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9.3
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Overall Sunrise West Essex is a solid place and a good notch above most places in the area for the money. They could use fresher ingredients on the food... maybe incorporate farm to table from local...
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 affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Very clean Residents are kept busy with activities throughout the day and early evening. Once. Week it's family night and residents and family do a project together which is great for both parties. It's done...
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.
CareOne at Hanover Township provides patients with unique and upscale services that enhance quality of life while undergoing rehabilitative therapies. Our residents love the fine dining, spa, and recreational activities we provide. Our comprehensive facility provides sub-acute rehabilitation,...
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9.2
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The staff is friendly and helpful. The director [name removed] is always available to answer any questions or concerns. The is a great variety of food to choose from.
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.
Juniper Village at Chatham is a gracious and enriching home to approximately 100 individuals. Located within walking distance to shopping and restaurants in the heart of beautiful Chatham Township, our classically appointed decor offers a refined ambiance while our distinctive programs nurture...
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9.2
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My very good friend has been here for a little over a year. We have found that everyone that works at Atria is caring, friendly, and warm. I cannot recommend this place highly enough. Recently, my friend...
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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66 Floor plans available
9.2
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Overall, Sunrise is a very nice long term facility for Assisted Living & for Memory Care. The facility is beautiful & nicely decorated. It looks like a big mansion from the outside & on the inside Assisted...
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.
Ideally located just down the road from the Village Green in Summit, New Jersey, and only 20 miles from Manhattan, Sunrise of Summit provides highly personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in a bright, cheerful, and modern atmosphere. Our community...
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9.2
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9.2
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Cleanliness & proximity to our home. Friendliness of staff. Its clean, I understand the residents don't like the food at all. Staff friendly.
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.
Arbor Terrace Roseland offers quality assisted living and dementia care in Essex County, New Jersey. We honor individuality and celebrate each person's unique life through deep connections with our residents and families. We create delightful surprises and meaningful moments within a safe and...
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61 reviews
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My grandma moved in three months ago. She loves the food and is enjoying the activities the team i great and really got to know her. Very happy here.
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 at Livingston Assisted Living is conveniently located near major highways and sits between the Livingston Mall and Short Hills Mall on Passaic Avenue.  We take pride in providing a broad continuum of health care services in a Campus setting. Part of a CareOne Senior Care...
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Photo of Brighton Gardens of West Orange
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The food is bland, mediocre quality - for example, chicken vegetable soup was really an oily broth with a hint of a couple vegetables. I did complain to the head chef who apologized, but I haven't...
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 West Orange is located in a beautiful suburban setting only 20 minutes from New York City amenities. We are nestled between a premier golf course and the historic South Mountain Reservation, which includes acres of protected land with parks, walkways and trails. We partner...
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The value for cost gets a 4 Only because these places are just so expensive in general in regards to number eight. Everybody was warm and friendly, and the overall vibe of the place was warm and cozy
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 affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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8.9
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8.9
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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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Our family has been very happy with Lester. Our brother is also very happy there. They are very attentive to their residents. They have so many activities to keep the residents happy & busy. Very friendly...
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.
Caring for the elderly is more than a Jewish tradition…it is a tenet that has been passed from generation to generation and lives today within the hearts and minds of the families within our community. As an extension of this commitment the Lester Senior Housing community was developed by the...
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I would rate every item a 5. Very happy with them. Actually I don't know about food since I've never eaten there and my mother has dementia so she can't tell me whether she likes or not
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.
Come visit our community nestled in the suburbs of Florham Park with tree-lined walking paths surrounding us. Enter our community and you'll experience first hand the Sunrise Difference.Please call for more information or to schedule a visit to find out how Brighton Gardens can enrich your life...
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44 Floor plans available
8.7
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23 reviews
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I thought they did a good job of getting [name removed] out and about from her room. At some point there were no hand soap in the bathrooms which is a HUGE problem in senior home. Staff said supply issues...
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 Hills Livingston, in Livingston, NJ is where lifestyle meets luxurious living! Our amenities and first-class senior living community offers independent living, assisted living services and memory care…that’s as personalized and unique as the legacy of Spring Hills. Our Livingston, NJ...
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11 Floor plan available
8.6
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66 reviews
8.6
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66 reviews
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Staff are professional and caring, variety of activities, food is good to fair, and studio apartment is the right size for my mother-in-law. Medical staff are attentive and professional. Beautiful wooded...
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.
You’ll have the care you need if you need it so you can focus on having fun.With assisted living and memory care on one campus, we customize your care to your specific needs. And our community is just 30 minutes away from New York City so you can enjoy all the great shopping and restaurants that...
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The facilities that they found for my MIL were nice and they were varied. So there are choices that fit your personality and needs. They are very accommodating, service oriented, wonderful facilities,...
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 Delaney at The Green is an exceptional senior living community nestled in the charming town of Florham Park, New Jersey. Designed to provide a luxurious and vibrant lifestyle for seniors, this community offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and personalized care.The Delaney boasts a...
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Photo of Brandywine at Summit
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27 reviews
8.0
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It's beautiful and well manicured. The service is impeccable. They take extremely good care of my mother and look after her medical and personal needs. I recommend Brandywine as a substitute if one is not...
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 a verdant community in bloom at Spring Meadows Summit, offering Assisted Living services in Summit, New Jersey. Completely refurbished in 2012, our warm and inviting community features experienced and professional staff members who are committed to improving the quality of life of our...
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I am currently a resident at Bethany Residence and so far my experience here has been great. The staff and the other residents are great. It's great to communicate with nice people. Also, [Name removed] is a...
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.
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8.0
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Studio room, prices are all inclusive. I would recommend to others, Medicaid beds immediate availability (no 2 year pay down wait)
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.
Amber Court of Elizabeth offers comfortable, caring and affordable Assisted Living choices for seniors. We are located in the thriving downtown area of Elizabeth. We are near many urban conveniences, such as restaurants, shopping, banking, entertainment, and much more. Major highways and public...
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1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.8
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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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The community itself is very nice. When we moved my aunt in, they were having a stomach flu lockdown so she was not able to come out of her apartment for two weeks. Also, during this time there executive...
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.
There’s a lot to love here, and redefined independence is just one of those things.With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need, when you need it. Our memory care program is rooted in “a person-centered approach,” which means we help our residents find a sense of...
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2828 Floor plans available
7.7
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10 reviews
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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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44 Floor plans available
7.2
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23 reviews
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Staff are unreal amazing! Greet residents by name wherever they are in building, very attentive, never ever seem bothered or annoyed are very kind safety conscious and will give everyone undivided attention...
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 Short Hills, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Short Hills is $7,357 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Caldwell, NJ with an average of $7,063 per month.

Memory care costs in Short Hills, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Short Hills, NJ
$7,357/mo
$7,429/mo

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

Short Hills, NJ
$7,357/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,357/mo

Memory care costs in Short Hills, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,435/mo
Studio
$8,145/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,726/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,514/mo

Senior living costs in Short Hills 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: Short Hills, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShort Hills, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$7,357/mo$7,167/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$7,297/mo$7,102/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$6,634/mo$6,116/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Short Hills, NJ:$7,357/mo
New Jersey:$7,167/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Short Hills, NJ:$7,297/mo
New Jersey:$7,102/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Short Hills, NJ:$6,634/mo
New Jersey:$6,116/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Short Hills, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Short Hills 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.

Short Hills, NJNJ stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Short Hills, NJ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Short Hills 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
Short Hills, NJ$9,476/mo$8,802/mo+7.7%
New Jersey$8,840/mo$8,241/mo+7.3%
National$6,504/mo$6,180/mo+5.2%
Short Hills, NJ
2024 average cost:$9,476/mo
2023 average cost:$8,802/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
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 Short Hills

Recent reviews for memory care in Short Hills

Sunrise of Franklin Lakes

4.8
The people caring for my grandma are really nice and show concern for her. We are so glad that we chose this place for her. We are happy with the activities they provide but we wish they had more during the week.

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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Short Hills review score based on 248 family reviews

8.4
Review score42 facilities248 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 248 reviews of 42 Short Hills memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Short Hills 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

Short Hills review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Short Hills, NJ42 facilities
8.4
Summit, NJ55 facilities
8.5
Mountainside, NJ45 facilities

Review subcategories for Short Hills 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 248 reviews of 42 Short Hills memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Short Hills 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.
Short Hills, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.3
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.8
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Short Hills memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Short Hills memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Short Hills, 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 Short Hills 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 Short Hills that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Short Hills, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.5%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.5%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Short Hills 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 Short Hills Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Short Hills, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.9%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Short Hills 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 Short Hills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Short Hills, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.1%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.5%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.4%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.2%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Short Hills 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 Short Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Short Hills, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.5%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.3%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
54.8%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40.5%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Short Hills 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 Short Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Short Hills, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.1%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.1%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.3%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.5%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.8%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.5%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.9%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Short Hills

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