Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Ramsey, located in Ramsey, NJ, specializes in assisted living with a focus on memory care services for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. This community is designed specifically to accommodate memory loss, offering a secure environment tailored to ensure the safety and comfort of its residents. Residents benefit from a variety of personalized care plans that include incontinence and ambulatory care, diabetes management, and regular visits from healthcare professionals such as optometrists. The facility offers structured therapeutic activities and fitness programs, including yoga and chair yoga, aimed at maintaining residents' physical and cognitive health. Amenities such as a barber/beauty salon, outdoor walking paths, and a front porch contribute to a homelike atmosphere, while the secured community layout supports residents' safety and independence. The focus on creating a cheerful environment is complemented by staff who are generally perceived as caring and professional, with efforts to encourage resident interaction.
Fox Trail Memory Care Living at Ramsey also offers transportation services. These services are available at a cost and are geared towards facilitating both medical appointments and non-medical outings, enhancing residents' ability to engage with the broader community for their personal needs or enjoyment. This transportation support is part of the comprehensive care package designed to diminish the constraints often associated with memory care settings.
Feedback from residents and families offers mixed reviews. Positive experiences often highlight the welcoming atmosphere and diligent caregiving that result in high levels of resident engagement and consistent communication about care. However, some have raised concerns about communication barriers, particularly with administrative staff, pointing to delays in follow-ups on financial queries and language-related misunderstandings. Some families have reported declining service quality over time, emphasizing difficulties in obtaining satisfactory administrative support, even though direct caregiving services remain reassuring to many. Overall, the community remains committed to fostering a supportive environment despite these challenges.
Costs at this community start at $1,900 and range up to $13,800. The average price in the community is $7,850, which is less than the average price in the area of $8,328. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
