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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Chester, NJ
If your loved one needs memory care in Chester, A Place for Mom can help. With 11 memory care facilities in Chester, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Chester incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Chester memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Chester, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Vailsburg and Ivy Hill.
You may also consider nearby communities such as West Orange, Scotch Plains and Hackettstown.
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33 reviews
The facility is beautiful and clean. The staff are always cheerful and helpful. They are friendly to residents and families. There are lots of great activities all of the time. The food choices and quality...
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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There are not enough words to describe how wonderful they all are. [name removed] and her team were nothing short of amazing. The facility was spotless and felt like home. The staff was welcoming and warm....
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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30 reviews
I would give the appearance a 5, however I'm not happy here. The care is almost none existent but charged [fee removed] a month. I can't wait to move out
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.
Welcome to Mt Arlington Senior Living. Mt. Arlington Senior Living sits high on a hilltop offering breathtaking views of the rolling hills and wooded landscape surrounding the community. The Community is located just minutes from local shopping, restaurants, Lake Hopatcong, places of worship, and...
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9.5
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48 reviews
They took excellent care of my mother in law. Definitely would recommend it. The staff is wonderful to the residents. I have talked to many residents there and they all seemed to be happy. They do a lot of...
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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33 Floor plans available
9.1
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43 reviews
Nice grounds. My dad lived walking the neighborhood for his exercise. The staff was very attentive to my dad and very responsive to my family
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.
Paragon Village is a part of Hackettstown, Warren County, New Jersey. This assisted living community provides residents with the memory care that they are seeking in a setting that is peaceful and beautiful. The town of Hackettstown offers the gorgeous Stephens State Park, where visitors can...
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9.0
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8 reviews
My mom lived at Bryan Manor 20+years ago, and was treated exceptionally well. When I fell ill myself, and needed a place to live and take care of me, I was at first apprehensive upon learning they are under...
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.
Bryan Manor is a senior residential care home nestled on 36 acres in scenic Chester. It offers residents a cozy, safe, and supportive environment. It's smaller than other facilities and seniors quickly adapt to the family-centric care. The residents enjoy interacting with each other and the...
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8.6
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7 reviews
I decided that The Residence @Basking Ridge was the right place for my mother after visiting and reviewing all of the places within a reasonable driving distance. The management team was informative and...
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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11 reviews
My dad has been at Memory Care in Chester for almost 2 years now and we are very happy with the facility. We love Sherry, LeMar, Kim, and Sydney especially. It definitely feels like a family. There may...
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.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living 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 milieu based...
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We are pleased with how mom is settling in at the Brightview Randolph. It is a clean and well-kept community. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. They are very welcoming to our family members when we come...
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.
Brightview Randolph is a senior living community located in Randolph, Morris County, New Jersey, a suburb of New York. Our warm community will offer a variety of spacious apartments and floorplans just waiting for your decorative touch. Beautiful grounds and open spaces will encourage gathering...
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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.
The House of the Good Shepherd (The House) is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) certified by the Department of Community Affairs of New Jersey and is located in Hackettstown, N.J.The House offers housing, services, and healthcare ranging from Independent apartments through Assisted...
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7.0
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2 reviews
Facility is clean and staff is friendly and helpful, facility is as cheerful as it can be for that type of place. Rooms are decent size. My mom has a corner room with windows so her room gets lots of light....
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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I just moved my parents in here earlier this month in independent living and I couldn't be more pleased. My mom was hesitant at first but after being there for a few days, she changed her tone. The staff has...
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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The marketing official knew all there was to know about the place. There was ample space in the apartment. The meal plan was superb- we had the choice of two meals per day in the Bistro or 1 meal per day in...
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.
Located in a secluded spot just off Highway 78, Fellowship Village in Basking Ridge, Somerset County, New Jersey is a peaceful and beautiful assisted living community to live in. Through the long winters and the moderate summers of New Jersey, we make sure the very best of each season is enjoyed...
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Cost of memory care in Chester, NJ
The average cost of senior living in Chester is $7,903 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glen Gardner, NJ with an average of $5,931 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Chester, NJ vs. nearby cities
Chester, NJ
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Chester, NJ vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Chester
Recent reviews for memory care in Chester
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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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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Atria Cranford
4.3
I would recommend the facility. The staff is nice and courteous. The communication is good, they will let you know if an issue arises.
Chester review score based on 43 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 43 reviews of 11 Chester memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Chester 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
Chester review score compared against nearby cities
6.8
Chester, NJ11 facilities
7.1
Peapack and Gladstone, NJ10 facilities
7.5
Bernardsville, NJ19 facilities
Review subcategories for Chester 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 43 reviews of 11 Chester memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Chester 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.Chester, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.7
4.0
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Chester memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chester memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chester, 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 Chester 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 Chester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Chester, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.7%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.5%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.8%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.6%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.8%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Chester 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 Chester Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Chester, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.8%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.6%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
81.8%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chester 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 Chester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chester, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.5%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
63.6%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.5%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Chester 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 Chester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chester, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.4%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chester 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 Chester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chester, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.5%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.8%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
72.7%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
54.5%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in West Orange, Sunrise of Madison and Brighton Gardens of Florham Park are the top-rated memory care facilities near Chester, New Jersey. See full list of communities.
There are 11 memory care facilities near Chester, New Jersey. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Chester, New Jersey are Sunrise of Madison, Brighton Gardens of Florham Park and Spring Hills Livingston. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 11 memory care facilities near you in Chester, 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 Chester, 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 Chester, 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 Chester, New Jersey ranges from $151 to $99999. The average Memory Care cost in Chester, New Jersey is $7,903. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Chester, New Jersey typically starts at $151. 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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