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Memory care in Candlewood 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 Candlewood is about $7,529 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 37 communities, read 981 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 Mom moved into Seabrook 10 years ago. She's been in Renaissance Gardens for a few years now, living first in on assisted living floor and now on a higher care floor. My family and I visit quite...
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.
At Seabrook, you’ll easily find everything you need to stay happy, healthy, and engaged in your vibrant retirement!Take advantage of our extensive collection of amenities, restaurants, clubs, services, and activities—all available right on campus. Without any home maintenance, you’ll have plenty...
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My mom has been at Brandywine Reflections for one year. She has been well taken care of ones the year. The staff is pleasant and caring. The facility is very well taken care of.
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine by Monarch Communities. We have individual suites with spacious floor plans that include a variety of memory care amenities. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.With on-site–not–on–call...
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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.
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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.
The Lakewood Courtyard's kitchen, under strict rabbinical supervision, provides three glatt kosher meals daily, as well as Shabbos and Yom Tov Seudos.
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
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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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.
Dover Woods Health Care Center is a residential health care facility located in Toms River, with an admissions policy for anyone over 18 years of age with physical and/or mental disabilities. Dover Woods Health Care Center is in a modern building with a full choice of room arrangements, catering...
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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, 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.
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, 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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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 All American Assisted Living at Tinton Falls. Our newly-constructed residential community has been designed to create a homey, neighborhood feel. Understanding that your loved one is aging can be tough. During this time, a lot of thoughts can come to mind, ranging from quality of life...
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Cost of memory care in Candlewood, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Candlewood is $7,529 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eatontown, NJ with an average of $7,339 per month.

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

Candlewood, NJ
$7,529/mo
$7,561/mo

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

Candlewood, NJ
$7,529/mo
U.S. national average
$4,900/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,529/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,194/mo
Studio
$6,837/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,834/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,477/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Candlewood over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Candlewood

Recent reviews for memory care in Candlewood

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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Senior Living Residences 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 ...
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CareOne East Brunswick Assisted Living

4.9
Everything about this place was great from the office staff to the care staff from the time my Mom was placed here until her passing. There are activities that they made sure she participated in. My family was kept up to date with her health status and changes by the facility as well as her ...
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Candlewood review score based on 225 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 225 reviews of 35 Candlewood memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Candlewood 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

Candlewood review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Candlewood, NJ35 facilities
8.6
Farmingdale, NJ40 facilities
8.2
Brielle, NJ23 facilities

Review subcategories for Candlewood 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 225 reviews of 35 Candlewood memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Candlewood 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.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Candlewood memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Candlewood memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Candlewood, 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 Candlewood 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 Candlewood 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
74.3%
65.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.4%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.1%
28.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.3%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
74.3%
61.4%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.3%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Candlewood 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 Candlewood Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Candlewood, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.3%
74.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
46.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
26.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Candlewood 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 Candlewood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Candlewood, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
62.9%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.9%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
62.9%
42%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.9%
50.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
42.9%
19.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Candlewood 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 Candlewood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
51.4%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.9%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
60%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.3%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Candlewood 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 Candlewood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Candlewood, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
68.6%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.3%
33.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.9%
54.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.6%
52%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.6%
61.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
40%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
68.6%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.7%
47.8%
Live performances
Live performances
68.6%
48%
Dances
Dances
45.7%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
22.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.6%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Villas of Holmdel, Sunrise of Marlboro and Sunrise of Lincroft are the top-rated memory care facilities near Candlewood, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 37 memory care facilities near Candlewood, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Candlewood, New Jersey are The Villas of Holmdel, Harmony Village at CareOne Jackson and Spring Oak of Toms River. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 37 memory care facilities near you in Candlewood, 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 Candlewood, 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 Candlewood, 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 Candlewood, New Jersey ranges from $3 to $99999. The average Memory Care cost in Candlewood, New Jersey is $7,529. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Candlewood, New Jersey typically starts at $3. 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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