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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Wading River, NJ

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We like the fact that take shorter lengths of time and we would definitely recommend them to other families
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Woolwich Gardens is owned by a team of local physicians & entrepreneurs who understand the needs of our seniors and are committed to providing the best possible care.Our community features 40 assisted living apartment homes, and 26 memory care residences developed specifically to support...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Woolwich Gardens is owned by a team of local physicians & entrepreneurs who understand the needs of our seniors and are committed to providing the best possible care.Our community features 40 assisted living apartment homes, and 26 memory care residences developed specifically to support...
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Attentive caregivers in a loving family oriented environment. I appreciate the level of professionalism provided here along with the compassionate care for clients. I highly recommend!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Robinson Personal Care Home is a senior living community located in Philadelphia, PA. Philadelphia is a very busy city and home to about 1.5 million people. Residents can find a host of activities to partake in, including going to restaurants, doing their shopping, going to games, concerts and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
What is a Lifecare retirement community?A lifecare retirement community provides independent residents with the privacy of their own apartment or cottage, a community of friends, luxurious services and amenities for your comfort and relaxation, a full calendar of exciting activities, and the...
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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.
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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.

Cost of memory care in Wading River, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Wading River is $5,981 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Atlantic City, NJ with an average of $4,852 per month.

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

Wading River, NJ
$5,981/mo

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

Wading River, NJ
$5,981/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,981/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,345/mo
Studio
$6,242/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,385/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,761/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,160/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Wading River

Recent reviews for memory care in Wading River

Alcoeur Gardens of Toms River

4.0
Alcoeur Gardens of [Removed] was a nice place for dad to stay for a brief respite stay. The staff was very attentive and caring to his needs. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. The activities director was very young and hopefully, as she gains more experience they will have more ...
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Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Princeton

5.0
My sister entered FTMC in [date removed] -just as COVID was taking over the world. It was a painful and agonizing decision, but Fox Trail was incredibly helpful and encouraging from the beginning. The transition went so well, it felt like a miracle. My sister made a phenomenal adjustment and ...
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The Residence at Voorhees in Voorhees Township, NJ

5.0
We loved the place. The staff and care was great. This made us feel that she was family to them. We are glad we choose this community. The room was easy access to the dining room, as well as in and out of the shower, and was offered help when needed.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at communities like The Residence at Bala Cynwyd, Brookdale Hamilton, and Artis Senior Living of Evesham, making residents and their families feel welcome and cared for.
Engaging activities for residents. Residents enjoy a variety of social activities tailored to their interests at communities like Artis Senior Living of Evesham, Juniper Village at Williamstown, and Artis Senior Living of Yardley, which help keep them active and engaged.
Comfortable and clean living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the importance of clean and comfortable living spaces for residents. Communities like The Birches at Newtown, Artis Senior Living of Huntingdon Valley, and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Cherry Hill prioritize maintaining a clean and inviting ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Frequent and clear communication between families and staff is essential for peace of mind, as seen in reviews for Brookdale Hamilton, Artis Senior Living of Yardley, and Juniper Village at Williamstown.
Nutritious and satisfying meals. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Facilities like Brookdale Hamilton, Artis Senior Living of Evesham, and Artis Senior Living of Yardley focus on providing tasty, nutritious meals that residents look forward to every day.
Personalized care for unique needs. Individualized care is crucial for addressing the unique needs of each resident. Communities like Atria Tinton Falls, Atria Lafayette Hill, and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Cherry Hill go above and beyond to cater to residents' individual requirements.
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Wading River review score based on 1,115 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1115 reviews of 229 Wading River memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wading River 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

Wading River review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Wading River, NJ229 facilities
8.3
Port Republic, NJ175 facilities
8.3
Egg Harbor City, NJ255 facilities

Review subcategories for Wading River 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 1,115 reviews of 229 Wading River memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Wading River 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.
Wading River, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Wading River memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wading River memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wading River, 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 Wading River 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 Wading River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wading River, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
59%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.8%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.2%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.8%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.9%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.3%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.8%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.4%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.8%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wading River 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 Wading River Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wading River, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.6%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.6%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.2%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.7%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wading River 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 Wading River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wading River, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.8%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.8%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
45.8%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.2%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.7%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wading River 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 Wading River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wading River, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.6%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.8%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
37.8%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.5%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wading River 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 Wading River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wading River, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
53%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.9%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.4%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.6%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.4%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.8%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.8%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.4%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.8%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
51.8%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
34.5%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.7%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.4%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Traditions of Cross Keys, Brookdale Cape May and The Terraces at Seacrest Village are the top-rated memory care facilities near Wading River, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 257 memory care facilities near Wading River, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Wading River, New Jersey are Traditions of Cross Keys, The Terraces at Seacrest Village and The Birches at Newtown. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 257 memory care facilities near you in Wading River, 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 Wading River, 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 Wading River, 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 Wading River, New Jersey ranges from $750 to $99999. The average Memory Care cost in Wading River, New Jersey is $5,981. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Wading River, New Jersey typically starts at $750. 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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