New Jersey Assisted Living Facilities
Cost of New Jersey Assisted Living FacilitiesThe average cost of assisted living in New Jersey is $3,900 per month The range of costs is from $2,600 to $5,600 per month This data is based on 20 of the larger facilities within the state and may not represent all facilities within the state. Additional fees may apply. More info on Assisted Living Costs New Jersey Assisted Living InformationNew Jersey defines an assisted living facility as a building with communal dining and apartment style living units for four or more adults. New Jersey recognizes three levels of assisted living services: · new construction - comprehensive personal care homes · converted/residential boarding home that may not meet all building code requirements · assisted living programs - services provided New Jersey Assisted Living Facilities Scope of CareFacilities are required to meet the needs of all patients 24 hours a day. This includes supportive health and personal services, as well as meals, social interaction, activities, and support from a social worker, and nursing and pharmacy care. Home health agencies may be contracted by an individual resident. New Jersey Assisted Living Admission RequirementsA New Jersey assisted living facility may not admit or keep a resident if he or she needs specialized long-terms care such as a ventilator, is bedridden for more than two weeks, is a danger to self or others, needs two or more people to assist in moving, and needs complete help with four or more ADL’s. New Jersey Assisted Living Care Plan RequirementsIntake assessments are mandatory with specific guidelines about the areas which must be assessed. New Jersey Assisted Living Medication Management RequirementsUnder the direction of an RN, a certified health care worker, or one who has received medication training approved by the Department of Health and Senior Services may administer medications. The only injections that may be given are for insulin. New Jersey Assisted Living Facility RequirementsEach resident unit must have its own full bathroom with sink, toilet and tub or shower. No more than two people may share a room. A single unit must have 150 square feet of livable space, while a double occupancy unit requires 80 square feet of space per person. New Jersey Assisted Living Staffing RequirementsDirect care staff must be sufficient in number to meet the needs of the residents, including an awake and dressed direct care staff person and one other employee present during the night. An RN must be available 24 hours per day. Administrators must be over 21, have a high school diploma and hold either a New Jersey nursing home administrator’s license, or a New Jersey assisted living administrator’s license. New Jersey Assisted Living Medicaid PolicyGlobal Options for Long Term Care (GO) is the name for New Jersey’s home and community based waiver program, and assisted living is covered under GO. New Jersey Alzheimer’s Unit RequirementsStaff members who work in this unit must have adequate training to meet the needs of this population. There must be written policies and disclosure that include criteria, activities, and staff training. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior ServicesPhone: 609-633-9034Website: www.state.nj.us Contact: John Calabria Phone: 609-633-9034 Email: Contact: Barbara Goldman Email: Much of the information above was adapted from the National Center of Assisted Living 2010 Regulatory Review. | New Jersey Assisted Living CommunitiesNew Jersey assisted living facilities are listed by city below. We recommend you search by ZIP code to include nearby facilities. However, you may choose a city to view all assisted living options in that area. License information source: |
