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Cost of New Jersey Assisted Living Facilities
According to the 2015 Genworth Financial cost of care survey, the average cost of assisted living in New Jersey is $5,725 per month.
The monthly base rate for New Jersey assisted living is typically higher when compared to neighboring states. New Jersey is also more expensive compared to the national average.
This cost is the base cost for a one-bedroom assisted living unit in New Jersey. Additional fees beyond the base rate may apply.
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Monthly Costs Compared to Neighboring States
Pennsylvania | $3,555 | |
U.S. | $3,600 | |
New York | $4,100 | |
New Jersey | $5,725 | |
Delaware | $5,745 |
Much of the information above was adapted from the National Center of Assisted Living 2010 Regulatory Review.
Researching New Jersey Assisted Living? Ask these questions:
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What terms does New Jersey require to be disclosed to you prior to making a decision?
New Jersey may require the base price, payment schedule, services included in that rate and other items to be disclosed in writing - be sure to find out.
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What is the Scope of Care offered?
Find out the minimum services the facility MUST provide to you, as required by New Jersey. These may include 24-hour supervision, types of meals, medical attention, etc.
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What are the admission requirements to live at the facility?
Each state is different; find out what the age and physical health requirements are for this specific facility as well as facilities in New Jersey. Determine if the type of care you need is offered by the individual facility.
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Will the facility complete an assessment and create a care plan for the resident?
New Jersey probably requires an initial evaluation and the creation of a care plan - be sure to find out exactly what the facility offers.
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Ask about the handling of medication in the facility?
There are sure to be specific requirements in New Jersey - ask how the facility handles administering your medication.
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Does the facility offer rooms and other areas that meet or exceed those required by New Jersey?
New Jersey will have a minimum size of rooms, a limit to number of people per room, and even requirements as to privacy of available bathrooms - make sure you ask.
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Does the facility offer the available required staff?
Make sure the facility staffs the proper professionals, as New Jersey requires. These may include an administrator and caregivers, as well as round-the-clock staff.
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Is memory care offered?
Find out of the facility is licensed to be able to handle dementia or Alzheimer's care in New Jersey.
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Are Medicaid waivers available for New Jersey for this specific facility?
If you are unable to cover the costs, find out if the facility may offer a New Jersey Medicaid Waiver. You can also research at state.nj.us.
Helpful New Jersey Assisted Living Resources
Tollfree: (800) 367-6543
The New Jersey AAAs (Area Agency for the Aging) are very helpful. These offices can provide guidance to those 60+ in New Jersey regarding elder abuse, caregiver support, insurance counseling, transportation and much more.
Find your local New Jersey AAA below:
New Jersey Assisted Living Facilities by City
Asbury Park
Atco
Atlantic City
Basking Ridge
Belvidere
Berlin
Bloomfield
Boonton
Bordentown
Branchville
Brick
Bridgeton
Bridgewater
Burlington
Camden
Cape May
Cape May Court House
Carneys Point
Chatham
Cherry Hill
Collingswood
Colts Neck
Cranford
Cresskill
Denville
Deptford
Dover
East Brunswick
Edgewater
Edison
Egg Harbor
Elizabeth
Emerson
Englewood
Englishtown
Ewing
Fairfield
Fanwood
Flemington
Florence
Florham Park
Freehold
Galloway
Glassboro
Hackettstown
Haddonfield
Hamilton
Hammonton
Hawthorne
Highland Park
Hightstown
Hillsborough
Holmdel
Howell
Jackson
Jamesburg
Jersey City
Keansburg
Lakewood
Lanoka Harbor
Lawrence
Lincroft
Linden
Linwood
Livingston
Madison
Manahawkin
Manasquan
Manchester
Maplewood
Marlboro
Marlton
Matawan
Mays Landing
Medford
Middletown
Midland Park
Millstone
Millville
Monmouth Junction
Monroe
Montville
Moorestown
Morris Plains
Morristown
Mount Arlington
Mount Laurel
Mountainside
Newark
Newton
Ocean City
Ocean Grove
Ocean View
Old Bridge
Old Tappan
Paramus
Park Ridge
Parsippany
Pennington
Pennsauken
Pennsville
Perth Amboy
Pitman
Pleasantville
Pompton Plains
Princeton
Randolph
Rio Grande
River Vale
Riverton
Robbinsville
Saddle River
Scotch Plains
Sewell
Shrewsbury
Skillman
Somerset
Somerville
Sparta
Spring Lake
Succasunna
Summit
Teaneck
Tinton Falls
Toms River
Trenton
Vineland
Voorhees
Wall
Warren
Watchung
Wayne
Wenonah
West Caldwell
West Milford
West Orange
West Windsor
Westampton
Westfield
Whippany
Wildwood
Williamstown
Woodbridge
Woodbury
Woodcliff Lake
Woodstown
Wyckoff
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