About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2025 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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 guide to memory careBest of 2025 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2025 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Ridgefield, NJ

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

Memory care in Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield is about $7,649 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 64 communities, read 870 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like  You may also consider nearby communities such as Queens, Brooklyn and Manhattan.

Ridgefield Memory Care Facilities | 870 Reviews

Showing 61 communities
Last Updated: 11/27/25
Sort by
Filter by
Awards
Best of Senior Living

The highest-rated senior living communities stand out for their exceptional care and support of seniors in independent living, assisted living, memory care and home care. Our Best of Senior Living Award winners represent the top reviewed senior care providers nationwide based on reviews submitted by residents and families.

Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Senior Quarters At Riverdale
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Atria Home Care-Bronx, NYC, and Queens
22 Photos available
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
5 star
50%
4 star
50%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
RiverSpring Living stands as a beacon of compassionate care and innovation, dedicated to empowering older adults of all faiths to embrace a life of dignity, vitality, and purpose. Rooted in Jewish values and a non-profit mission, it has spent over a century championing healthy aging through an...
See details
Photo of Brightview Paramus
5 star
100%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
My mother-in-law is in her late 90’s and has been a resident for two years. She was a charter member when the community opened. The interior and exterior facilities are not only beautiful, but also kept...
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.
Photo of Ridge Street Gardens
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of St Michael's Home For the Aged
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Fordham Arms Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Madison York Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Assisted Living At Jennings Hall
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of The Parkview
5 star
20%
4 star
0%
3 star
80%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
It's been good, they are clean and friendly. They could use some better parking. Claire is outstanding and extremely patient. Our loved one doesn't speak english so there is a language barrier, but Claire...
Provides: Assisted 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.
The Parkview is a NJ licensed residence within a gracious Victorian home. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood near town in Bloomfield, NJ. With a comfortable living room, sitting rooms, and porches, residents can always find a quiet place to relax. Three homemade meals are...
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
Photo of The Job Haines Home
Provides: Assisted 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.
Since 1897, the Job Haines Home has been committed to providing exceptional care at an affordable cost to Seniors 65 and older. Our mission has always been to maintain the dignity, independence and individuality of each resident.Our Assisted Living Residence has sixth-three units featuring studio...

Cost of memory care in Ridgefield, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Ridgefield is $7,649 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West New York, NJ with an average of $7,176 per month.

Memory care costs in Ridgefield, NJ, vs. nearby cities

Ridgefield, NJ
$7,649/mo
$7,221/mo

Memory care costs in Ridgefield, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Ridgefield, NJ
$7,649/mo
U.S. national average
$4,943/mo

Memory care costs in Ridgefield, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,649/mo

Memory care costs in Ridgefield, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,745/mo
Studio
$9,707/mo
1 Bedroom
$10,636/mo
2 Bedroom
$13,826/mo

Senior living costs in Ridgefield vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Ridgefield, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRidgefield, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$7,649/mo$7,364/mo$4,943/mo
Assisted Living$7,597/mo$7,299/mo$4,710/mo
Independent Living$6,904/mo$6,339/mo$4,158/mo
Memory Care
Ridgefield, NJ:$7,649/mo
New Jersey:$7,364/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Assisted Living
Ridgefield, NJ:$7,597/mo
New Jersey:$7,299/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Independent Living
Ridgefield, NJ:$6,904/mo
New Jersey:$6,339/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Memory care costs in Ridgefield, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Ridgefield and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Ridgefield, NJNJ stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Ridgefield, NJ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Ridgefield have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ridgefield, NJ$9,979/mo$9,415/mo+6.0%
New Jersey$8,840/mo$8,241/mo+7.3%
National$6,504/mo$6,180/mo+5.2%
Ridgefield, NJ
2024 average cost:$9,979/mo
2023 average cost:$9,415/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$8,840/mo
2023 average cost:$8,241/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,504/mo
2023 average cost:$6,180/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Ridgefield

Recent reviews for memory care in Ridgefield

Sunrise of Franklin Lakes

4.8
The people caring for my grandma are really nice and show concern for her. We are so glad that we chose this place for her. We are happy with the activities they provide but we wish they had more during the week.

Sunrise of Cresskill

4.5
We fell in love with Sunrise as soon as we walked into the place. Every area is beautifully and warmly decorated. The staff is very pleasant and easy to talk to. The residents all say "hello" with a smile on their face. When you walk through the rooms and are always greeted with smiling seniors, ...
Read more

Brighton Gardens of Saddle River

4.3
Staff is really nice. Feels like a homey place. I toured a lot of places and Brighton Gardens is the best place for us. The fireplace in the lobby is very inviting. The food is really good. The new chef is really good, food is important. The studio is cozy. Very convenient to get to, right off ...
Read more

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Numerous reviews highlight the warm, friendly, and caring nature of the staff at Arden Courts. Residents and their families express appreciation for the genuine concern and attentiveness of the team. For example, at Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, a marketing manager, admini ...
Read more
Well-planned and supportive transitions. Several reviews mention the ease of moving a loved one into Arden Courts, with staff providing thorough guidance and assistance throughout the process. At Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, the team's proactive approach helped a family make a smooth transition for their mother, ...
Read more
Engaging and plentiful activities. Reviews consistently praise the wide range of activities offered at Arden Courts, which help residents stay engaged and active. At Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, residents enjoy daily routines, group activities, and outings, such as museum visits and gardening classes. The ...
Read more
Immaculate and thoughtfully designed spaces. Reviews comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of the Arden Courts facilities, both indoors and outdoors. At Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, the private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces are described as pristine and well-maintained. The design of the community is als ...
Read more
Consistent and clear communication. Families often mention the open and ongoing communication between staff and loved ones at Arden Courts. At Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, regular meetings are held between senior residents, family members, and community directors to discuss care needs and updates. Staff are ...
Read more
Dedicated and knowledgeable staff in memory care. Reviews confirm that the Arden Courts staff are well-trained and experienced in memory care, ensuring that residents with Alzheimer's and dementia receive the best possible care. At Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, the memory care team is praised for their patience, kindness, ...
Read more
AI generated from the text of family reviews

Ridgefield review score based on 189 family reviews

8.6
Review score56 facilities189 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 189 reviews of 56 Ridgefield memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ridgefield 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

Ridgefield review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Ridgefield, NJ56 facilities
8.6
Fairview, NJ60 facilities
8.3
Palisades Park, NJ66 facilities

Review subcategories for Ridgefield 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 189 reviews of 56 Ridgefield memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ridgefield 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.
Ridgefield, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.3
Care services
4.1
3.9
Staff
4.3
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.9
3.8
Value for cost*
4.0
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Ridgefield memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ridgefield memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ridgefield, 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 Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ridgefield, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.4%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.6%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.6%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.7%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.3%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.1%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.4%
69.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ridgefield, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.8%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
25.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ridgefield, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.2%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
44.6%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.1%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.4%
20.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ridgefield, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.9%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
22.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ridgefield, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.6%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.6%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.4%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.2%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.8%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.7%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.1%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.8%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
48.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
33.9%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.2%
45.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Ridgefield

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New Jersey memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Ridgefield protect seniors.
Learn about New Jersey memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 64 memory care facilities near Ridgefield, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Ridgefield, New Jersey are Arden Courts West Orange, A Memory Care Community, Atria Forest Hills and Brookdale Wayne AL/MC. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 64 memory care facilities near you in Ridgefield, 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 Ridgefield, 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 Ridgefield, 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 Ridgefield, New Jersey ranges from $1150 to $99999. The average Memory Care cost in Ridgefield, New Jersey is $7,649. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Ridgefield, New Jersey typically starts at $1150. 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.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top