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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Ocean County, NJ
Memory care in Ocean County offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Ocean County is about $6,145 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 11 communities, read 83 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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The staff was fine and very nice at Magnolia Gardens. Communication with the family was good via phone and email. Mom was in hospice for the last 2 years and Medicaid since June and they did keep her in 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.
Magnolia Gardens is owned and operated by the Lapid Family. At the center of everything we do is one philosophy: 'Treat each client like they are a member of our family.' Our team is comprised of individuals who take our philosophy to heart. With our knowledge, experience, talent and motivation,...
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My Dad has advanced Dementia and recently moved on to the Memory Care floor and the entire Spring Oak staff have been AMAZING! Their patience and dedication to helping my Dad through difficult times is all I...
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 Oak at Forked River is an affordable assisted living community conveniently located in Lanoka Harbor, Ocean County, New Jersey. Our comfortable community is close to abundant shopping and recreation, while providing a wide array of activities for residents to participate in on site. We...
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14 reviews
There are not enough kind words to describe our experience. The Administrator [name removed] runs a beautiful facility. Her staff go above and beyond to make each resident comfortable. The food has been...
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.
The Memory Care Assisted Living program is designed to meet the needs of patients with memory impairment, Alzheimer's and dementia. It provides a comfortable, home-like setting, where patients receive the specialized care and attention they need to live with as much dignity and independence as...
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i just think it's been a socially great place for my mom at this community. She enjoys her meals and can choose from 3 different restaurants. They also provide substitutions and alternative meals. My mom is...
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.
Our goal at The Pines at Whiting, NJ is to help you live a longer, healthier and happier life, as independently as possible—even if your health needs change. One important difference about our community: We are a full service community (CCRC)—with independent living, skilled nursing, short and...
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My parents seem to be happy at Georgetown Commons. They are happy with the food. The staff members are attentive. My parents have no complaints. They are not the most expensive facility but it is still very...
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.
Georgetown Assisted Living at The Pines at Whiting, NJ: A neighborhood approach with 24-hour care The Pines at Whiting, NJ offers the area's only true, licensed Assisted Living options with 24-hour care. We take a 'Neighborhood Approach' to Assisted Living. We match you or your loved one with a...
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This is a clean, friendly and safe environment. There is trivia, music, and more activities for the residents to participate in. The staff are good at trying to engage the residents. They are easy 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.
Complete Care at the Havens provides assistance to seniors who have difficulty performing one or more every day activities such as bathing or toileting. Our helping hand allows them to regain normalcy without losing their sense of independence and self-esteem. The havens lovely one story...
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Mom has been at Alcoeur for several months now. The facility is immaculate. The staff is very friendly toward the residents and the visitors. They seem to really care about each individual. There 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.
Alcoeur Gardens is the preferred alternative to institutional care for loved ones suffering from Alzheimer's and other forms of Dementia. Our residents enjoy the highest staff to resident ratio available, far exceeding that of our competitors.Our home environment creates a family atmosphere so...
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This community is well taken care of. There is no urine door when I visit which is fairly common in other places. I do not have anything negative to say. Staff are attentive and residents are smiling in the...
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 at Toms River. 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.
Provides: Memory Care
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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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I went to several seniors care homes, before I decided to bring my mom to The Bayville Manor. The Bayville Manor are honest and very reasonably priced. My bill is exactly what they said it would be. They...
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, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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Cost of memory care in Ocean County, NJ
The average cost of senior living in Ocean County is $6,145 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Harvey Cedars, NJ with an average of $5,591 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ocean County, NJ vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ocean County, NJ vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Ocean County
Recent reviews for memory care in Ocean County
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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The Residence at Stafford in Manahawkin, NJ
4.8
Though I am not retired, I often tell friends that I wouldn't mind living at Atria when I'm ready to because it is such a wonderful place. It's like living in an elegant hotel with high-end services! The building is beautiful and wonderfully decorated, the programs delightful, the food ...
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Harmony Village at CareOne Jackson
4.3
I have to tell you that I was not happy with Care One Jackson in 2023. It seems that the administrator at that time brought down the quality and care of the residents. I brought deficiencies and complaints to that administrator's attention for lack of care for my mother and room cleanliness but ...
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Ocean County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ocean County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ocean County, 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 Ocean County 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 Ocean County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
36.4%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.6%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.8%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.4%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.8%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.5%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.8%
72.3%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ocean County 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 Ocean County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.7%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.3%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.5%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ocean County 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 Ocean County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.5%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
50.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Ocean County 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 Ocean County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ocean County 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 Ocean County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.7%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Terraces at Seacrest Village, The Residence at Stafford and Monmouth Crossing Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Ocean County, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 11 memory care facilities near Ocean County, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Ocean County, New Jersey are The Terraces at Seacrest Village and Spring Oak of Toms River. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 11 memory care facilities near you in Ocean County, 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 Ocean County, 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 Ocean County, 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 Ocean County, New Jersey ranges from $750 to $99999. The average Memory Care cost in Ocean County, New Jersey is $6,145. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Ocean County, 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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Memory Care in Cities Near Ocean County
- Barnegat, New Jersey
- Toms River, New Jersey
- Point Pleasant, New Jersey
- Whiting, New Jersey
- Freehold, New Jersey
- Manchester, New Jersey
- Manasquan, New Jersey
- Crestwood Village, New Jersey
- North Hanover, New Jersey
- Manahawkin, New Jersey
- Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey
- West Tuckerton Landing, New Jersey
- Long Beach, New Jersey
- Spray Beach, New Jersey
- Howell, New Jersey
- Adelphia, New Jersey
- Manitou Park, New Jersey
- Lakehurst, New Jersey
- Greenwood Manor, New Jersey
- Belmar, New Jersey
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