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Senior Care in New Jersey

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Cost of senior care in New Jersey

Assisted living in New Jersey averages $7,315 per month statewide — about 37% above the national median. In-home care runs about $34 per hour, or roughly $5,440 per month for full-time help. 2,016 care providers serve New Jersey, and many accept Medicaid to help families cover the cost.

Senior care costs in New Jersey (statewide averages)
Care typeTypical costNotes
In-home care$34/hour~$5,440/mo full-time
Assisted living$7,315/monthprivate one-bedroom
Nursing home$14,235/month~$170,820/yr, private room

Source: CareScout / Genworth Cost of Care Survey (2024).

Family of Caring Healthcare at Montclair

Montclair, NJ

Family of Caring Healthcare at Montclair is a Nursing Home provider located in Montclair, NJ 07042-2318. Licensed provid…

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Family of Caring Healthcare at Ridgewood

Family of Caring Healthcare at Ridgewood

Ridgewood, NJ

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Family of Caring Healthcare at Ridgewood is a nursing home located in Ridgewood, New Jersey (identifier 315434). As a nu…

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Family of Caring Healthcare at Tenafly, LLC

Family of Caring Healthcare at Tenafly, LLC

Tenafly, NJ

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Family of Caring Healthcare at Tenafly, LLC is a nursing home located in Tenafly, New Jersey (identifier 315164). Nursin…

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Family of Caring at Ridgewood

Ridgewood, NJ

Family of Caring at Ridgewood is a Nursing Home provider located in Ridgewood, NJ 07450-5200. Licensed provider (NJ60227…

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Family of Caring at Teaneck LLC

Family of Caring at Teaneck LLC

Teaneck, NJ

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Family of Caring at Teaneck LLC is a nursing home located in Teaneck, New Jersey (identifier 315037). Nursing homes prov…

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Father Hudson House (nj82468)

Elizabeth, NJ

Father Hudson House (nj82468) is a Hospice provider located in Elizabeth, NJ 07202. Licensed provider (82468).

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Fellowship Garden State Hospice (nj25032)

Fellowship Garden State Hospice (nj25032)

Basking Ridge, NJ

Fellowship Garden State Hospice (nj25032) is a Hospice provider located in Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. Licensed provider (2…

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Fellowship Garden State Hospice (nj25402)

Whiting, NJ

Fellowship Garden State Hospice (nj25402) is a Hospice provider located in Whiting, NJ 08759. Licensed provider (25402).…

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Fellowship Garden State Hospice (nj25403)

Woodstown, NJ

Fellowship Garden State Hospice (nj25403) is a Hospice provider located in Woodstown, NJ 08098. Licensed provider (25403…

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First Connect Center

Newark, NJ

First Connect Center is an Assisted Living provider located in Newark, NJ 07102. Licensed provider (TNSA.0000117).

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Five Star Premier Residences of Teaneck

Five Star Premier Residences of Teaneck

Teaneck, NJ

Five Star Premier Residences of Teaneck is an Assisted Living provider located in Teaneck, NJ 07666. Licensed provider (…

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Fmc Dialysis Services Kings Court (nj22309)

Flemington, NJ

Fmc Dialysis Services Kings Court (nj22309) is a Hospice provider located in Flemington, NJ 08822. Licensed provider (22…

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Fmc John J Depalma Renal Center (nj41501)

Fmc John J Depalma Renal Center (nj41501)

Toms River, NJ

Fmc John J Depalma Renal Center (nj41501) is a Hospice provider located in Toms River, NJ 08757. Licensed provider (4150…

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Foothill Acres Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Foothill Acres Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Hillsborough, NJ

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Foothill Acres Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a nursing home situated in Hillsborough, New Jersey (identifier 315425…

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Forest Hill Healthcare Center

Newark, NJ

Forest Hill Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Newark, New Jersey. This facility has 204 beds for people who need ca…

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Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing

Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing

Newark, NJ

★★☆☆☆ (0)

Forest Hills Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is a nursing home in Newark, NJ. It offers 120 beds for older adults …

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Forest Manor Health Care Center

Forest Manor Health Care Center

Blairstown, NJ

Forest Manor Health Care Center is a non-profit nursing home in Blairstown, New Jersey, offering skilled nursing care wi…

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Fountain Springs at Cape May Nursing & Rehab Cente

Fountain Springs at Cape May Nursing & Rehab Cente

Cape May Court House, NJ

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Fountain Springs at Cape May Nursing & Rehab Cente is a nursing home located in Cape May Court House, New Jersey (identi…

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Fountain View Care Center

Fountain View Care Center

Lakewood, NJ

Fountain View Care Center is a Nursing Home provider located in Lakewood, NJ 08701-4722. Licensed provider (NJ61536). Vi…

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Fox Trail Assisted Living at Deptford

Fox Trail Assisted Living at Deptford

Woodbury, NJ

Fox Trail Assisted Living at Deptford is a Nursing Home provider located in Deptford, NJ . Licensed provider (NJ35A000).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many senior care providers are in New Jersey?

There are 2016+ verified senior care providers in New Jersey. Browse profiles, compare ratings, and contact providers directly on families.care.

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How much does assisted living cost in New Jersey?

Assisted living in New Jersey averages about $7,315 per month statewide, about 37% above the national median of $5,350. Actual prices vary by community, room type, and level of care.

How much does in-home care cost in New Jersey?

In-home care in New Jersey runs about $34 per hour. Full-time care (about 160 hours a month) works out to roughly $5,440 per month.

Does Medicaid help pay for senior care in New Jersey?

Yes. New Jersey's Medicaid program offers waivers that can help cover home care and, in some cases, assisted living for residents who meet income and care-need rules. Eligibility and covered services vary, so confirm the details with the state program.

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