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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Carteret, NJ

Last Updated: 12/18/24

If your loved one needs memory care in Carteret, A Place for Mom can help. With 20 memory care facilities in Carteret, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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


You may also consider nearby communities such as Staten Island, Newark or Port Reading.

Carteret Memory Care Facilities | 496 Reviews

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Recent reviews of Memory Care in Carteret, NJ
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 offered throughout the week as well as off campus field trips. I am very pleased with everything at this facility and would defiantly recommend it

The Chelsea at Marlboro in Morganville, NJ
5.0

Our mom moved to The Chelsea at Marlboro a few months ago and her experience has been terrific! We are so happy that the staff has made her really feel like she has a new home. Her apartment is clean and spacious. She enjoys the meals and the activities. We feel comfortable knowing that if we are not around, our mom is well taken care of.

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.

Brighton Gardens of Mountainside

1350 Route 22 West, Mountainside, NJ 07092

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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56 reviews

I give a 5 for all categories. My current comments are they need to have more activities for memory care, and more help on the weekends and hiring volunteers from colleges majoring in elder care to help...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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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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Sunrise of Staten Island

801 Narrows Road North, Staten Island, NY 10304

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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59 reviews

Very nice place. Staff is caring and very helpful. They are very hand working. Could use more help. Thanks for taking care of mom.

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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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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Brighton Gardens of Edison

1801 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820

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9.5
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80 reviews

Mom seems to like it and seems to be thriving there. I think all health care is too expensive especially for the elderly. My mom doesn't generally participate in activities. Mom seems to enjoy it, she has...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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Brighton Gardens of Edison is located just minutes from the Garden State Parkway, the New Jersey Turnpike, Route 1, Route 287, and is within walking distance from the Metro Park train station. Residents may enjoy the many nearby attractions including the Menlo Park Mall, seasonal farmers markets,...

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Sunrise of Westfield

240 Springfield Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.4
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22 reviews

If you’re considering an assisted living home for a family member, I highly recommend Sunrise of Westfield. The staff is caring, friendly, and just overall amazing- and not only to their residents, but...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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The Brielle

140 Friendship Ln, Staten Island, NY 10314

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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48 reviews

The Brielle has neem a wonderful experience for mom. Everyone is so nice and helpful. Our family knows mom is well taken care of.

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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The Brielle, a non-profit community featuring care-inclusive pricing structure, is nestled in a natural wooded oasis right on Staten Island. We offer assisted living and memory care on a 10-acre campus that's comfortably removed from the surrounding noise and hectic pace. It's an idyllic setting...

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Atria Cranford

10 Jackson Drive, Cranford, NJ 07016

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9.1
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140 reviews

The office staff is responsive and return emails and phone calls on a timely basis. Some of the aids are not as "nice" but most are fine. The common areas are kept quite clean. The residence rooms are...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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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Sunrise of New Dorp

470 New Dorp Lane, Staten Island, NY 10306

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.1
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16 reviews

My mom really likes the staff . She says everyone is friendly. She is happy with the food and activities. I get callbacks quickly and updates regularly. I would recommend them if you can afford it.

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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The Heritage of Clara Barton

1015 Amboy Ave, Edison, NJ 08837

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.2
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38 reviews

When trying to decide a spot for my grandfather to live, we were stuck on options. When Heritage of Clara Barton was suggested, we had a great tour and the staff were nothing but kind and went above and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Heritage of Clara Barton offers independent and assisted living services in a breathtaking and unique setting. Our community is actually a renovated school building built in the early 1920s and is now composed of 84 assisted living apartments and 27 independent living apartments.Our community...

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Mira Vie Fanwood

295 South Ave., Fanwood, NJ 07023

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8.5
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4 reviews

Very attentive, friendly and like my brother says, kind staff members. Chelsea at Fanwood was just bought over. Now called Mira Vie. The new director seems very nice & staff is staying the same but I just...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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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Amber Court of Elizabeth

1155 E Jersey St, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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7 reviews

I am very happy with every aspect of the facility. Staff including the front desk is fantastic I have already recommended the facility to many families. I could no longer give my mom the care she needed. ...

Provides: Assisted Living
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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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Bethany Residence

401 Rutgers Ave., Hillside, NJ 07205

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8.0
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4 reviews

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

Winchester Gardens

333 Elmwood Ave, Maplewood, NJ 07040

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10 reviews

We have had an excellent experience so far, the place is lovely and overall we are very pleased. Just like everybody else there are times where you can tell they are understaffed but they are still very...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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Since our beginning in the early 20th century as a not for profit community, we have provided a quality retirement experience. Now, as a Continuing Care Retirement Community, that retirement experience includes a gracious and elegant lifestyle augmented by highly professional staff, outstanding...

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Delaire Nursing and Convalescent Center

400 W Stimpson Ave, Linden, NJ 07036

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living, Nursing Homes

St Joseph's Senior's Residence

1-3 ST JOSEPH'S TERRACE, Woodbridge, NJ 07095

Provides: Assisted Living

Mariners Residence

2099 Forest Ave, Staten Island, NY 10303

Provides: Assisted Living

Eger Health Care and Rehab Ctr

140 Meisner Ave, Staten Island, NY 10306

Provides: Assisted Living

Complete Care at Whispering Woods

62 James Street, Edison, NJ 08820

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
6.8
Review Score
6 reviews

Whispering Woods was amazing. I would recommend to anyone. The rooms are lovely and the staff very kind. The head nurse is wonderful and she too is very kind and thoughtful. The staff including...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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At Complete Care at Whispering Woods, an Edison, New Jersey Assisted Living Facility, we pride ourselves on the relationships we build with our residents and staff. Through frequent site visits and a hands-on approach from our top leadership, we create strong connections with both the residents...

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JFK Hartwyck at Oak Tree

2048 Oak Tree Rd, Edison, NJ 08820

1.0
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3 reviews

Rehabilitation Center at Hartwick @ Oak Tree is excellent, attentive, caring, professional, competent in every way.

Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes

Well known as a provider of high quality nursing and rehabilitation care, Hartwyck at Oak Tree is a unique facility that provides not only geriatric care, but also specialized care for residents who are ventilator-dependent or suffering from traumatic brain injury. Our staff is highly skilled in...

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The Veranda Assisted Living

110 Henderson Ave, Staten Island, NY 10301

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Assisted Living

The Veranda Assisted Living is a newly renovated facility. It is a large 363 bed Medicaid assisted living facility. We are located on Staten Island, just minutes away from the Staten Island Ferry and Verrazano Bridge. Offering private and semi-private rooms that are available today. Providing...

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New Broadview Home For Adults

70 Father Capodanno Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10305

3 reviews

Dad is still adjusting to living at this community. The staff are friendly, helpful and attentive. They are encouraging him to participate in some of the daily activities. He seems to like the food and...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Cost of memory care in Carteret, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Carteret is 7,336 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of 6,859 per month.

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What is memory care?

 Memory care supports the unique needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Memory care communities provide enhanced security, dementia therapies, and spaces designed to prevent wandering. Services in memory care facilities often include:

  • Medication management
  • Memory-enhancing activities
  • Help with personal care
  • Mobility assistance
  • 24-hour care and supervision
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There are 20 memory care facilities near Carteret, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Carteret, New Jersey are Brighton Gardens of Mountainside, Sunrise of Staten Island, and The Brielle. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 20 memory care facilities near you in Carteret, 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 Carteret, 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 Carteret, 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 Carteret, New Jersey ranges from $4,333 to $8,897. The average Memory Care cost in Carteret, New Jersey is 7,336. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Carteret, New Jersey typically starts at $4,333. 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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