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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in West Long Branch, NJ

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Memory care in West Long Branch 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 West Long Branch is about $7,479 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 25 communities, read 510 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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Cost of memory care in West Long Branch, NJ

The average cost of senior living in West Long Branch is $7,479 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Little Silver, NJ with an average of $7,256 per month.

Memory care costs in West Long Branch, NJ, vs. nearby cities

West Long Branch, NJ
$7,479/mo
$7,299/mo

Memory care costs in West Long Branch, NJ, vs. state and national averages

West Long Branch, NJ
$7,479/mo
U.S. national average
$4,941/mo

Memory care costs in West Long Branch, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,479/mo

Memory care costs in West Long Branch, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,989/mo
Studio
$7,953/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,064/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,482/mo

Senior living costs in West Long Branch 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: West Long Branch, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWest Long Branch, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Memory Care$7,479/mo$7,364/mo$4,941/mo
Assisted Living$7,479/mo$7,297/mo$4,707/mo
Independent Living$6,352/mo$6,339/mo$4,156/mo
Memory Care
West Long Branch, NJ:$7,479/mo
New Jersey:$7,364/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Assisted Living
West Long Branch, NJ:$7,479/mo
New Jersey:$7,297/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Independent Living
West Long Branch, NJ:$6,352/mo
New Jersey:$6,339/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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Memory care costs in West Long Branch, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in West Long Branch 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.

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Memory care cost trends in West Long Branch, NJ

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in West Long Branch 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
West Long Branch, NJ$10,109/mo$9,968/mo+1.4%
New Jersey$8,701/mo$8,164/mo+6.6%
National$6,456/mo$6,090/mo+6.0%
West Long Branch, NJ
2024 average cost:$10,109/mo
2023 average cost:$9,968/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$8,701/mo
2023 average cost:$8,164/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
National
2024 average cost:$6,456/mo
2023 average cost:$6,090/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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What families are saying about memory care in West Long Branch

Recent reviews for memory care in West Long Branch

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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Signature Senior Living in Brooklyn, NY

3.7
We chose this community because it was the best value to be able to address my loved ones needs. The room sizes seem to be okay. My favorite part about this facility would be their ability to make it possible for you to have quality visiting time with your loved one. They are doing virtual ...
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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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West Long Branch review score based on 129 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 129 reviews of 25 West Long Branch memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The West Long Branch 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

West Long Branch review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
West Long Branch, NJ25 facilities
8.6
Long Branch, NJ21 facilities
8.8
Oceanport, NJ23 facilities

Review subcategories for West Long Branch 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 129 reviews of 25 West Long Branch memory care communities. This chart helps you compare West Long Branch 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.
West Long Branch, NJ averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.3
Care services
4.0
3.9
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.8
Activities
4.0
3.8
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
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*Learn more about cost details

West Long Branch memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Long Branch memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Long Branch, 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 West Long Branch 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 West Long Branch that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Long Branch, NJNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in West Long Branch 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 West Long Branch Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Long Branch, NJNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Long Branch 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 West Long Branch partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Long Branch, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
64%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
44%
20.6%
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Availability of select dining options in West Long Branch 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 West Long Branch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Long Branch, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
52%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Long Branch 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 West Long Branch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Long Branch, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
64%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
64%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
44%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in West Long Branch

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 West Long Branch protect seniors.
Learn about New Jersey memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Villas of Holmdel, Sunrise of Marlboro and Wellington Estates are the top-rated memory care facilities near West Long Branch, New Jersey. See full list of communities.

There are 25 memory care facilities near West Long Branch, New Jersey. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in West Long Branch, New Jersey are The Villas of Holmdel, Harmony Village at CareOne Jackson and Sunrise of Sheepshead. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 25 memory care facilities near you in West Long Branch, 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 West Long Branch, 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 West Long Branch, 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 West Long Branch, New Jersey ranges from $352 to $99999. The average Memory Care cost in West Long Branch, New Jersey is $7,479. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in West Long Branch, New Jersey typically starts at $352. 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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