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The average cost of assisted living in the county is $5,916 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the county, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 32 assisted living facilities in Bergen County and 30 in surrounding areas.
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Adjacent to George Washington Memorial Park, Brookdale Paramus provides superb care in an ideal location near parks, the local community college and the Garden State Parkway.
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An elegant and inviting senior community, Brighton Gardens of Saddle River offers spacious apartments, superb care and proximity to plentiful shopping, services and restaurants.
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Sunrise of Paramus, just minutes from local amenities, offers personalized assisted living and memory care services that help seniors live as independently as possible.
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Adjacent to a large wooded park and walking distance to restaurants, Brookdale Emerson features spacious shared and private suites along with expert care and exquisite dining.
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Set on the Hudson River with beautiful views of Manhattan and gorgeous grounds, Sunrise of Edgewater is footsteps away from many local amenities.
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Sunrise of Cresskill offers active seniors extensive amenities, comfortable apartments, engaging activities and a refined dining experience.
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At Allendale Community for Senior Living, we strive every day to create a caring environment where all people are welcome to enjoy the life they choose, the respect they have earned, the medical care they need, and the community they…
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Residents of Sunrise of Woodcliff Lake are surrounded by the beauty of our well-manicured grounds as well as the delightful interiors of our community.
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Our beautifully charming converted Victorian home is guided by our basic principles of promoting our residents’ individuality, dignity, privacy, choice and independence by offering an affordable, loving, caring home for older adults. Our amenities include 24 hour health care, carefully…
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CareOne at the Cupola offers elegant assisted living and compassionate memory care to 165 residents and has served the Paramus area for over 50 years.
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Mill Gardens at Midland Park is an Advanced Standing assisted living residence nestled in a tranquil, residential neighborhood of Bergen County, New Jersey. Our 67 assisted living apartments are spacious, bright, and homelike, and personal care is always available when…
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Welcome to Thrive at Montvale. Located just off the Garden State Parkway and nearby the serene Lake Tappan. From the second your foot crosses the threshold of the front door, you will see we have pushed the “senior living design”…
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Sunrise of Franklin Lakes is a brand new Assisted Living community offering a variety of apartment styles with spacious common areas, a movie theater, Bistro, restaurant style dining and a Physical Therapy room. Our Live with Purpose Activity Program promotes…
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For older adults facing the challenges of Alzheimer's and other types of dementia, Norwood will offer Life Guidance a forward-thinking memory care program offering personalized care in a welcoming yet structured environment. Each day will bring multiple opportunities for fitness,…
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This vibrant community offers independent and assisted living services. Residents can choose from studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, each with a convenient kitchenette, emergency alert system and cable TV. When a helping hand is needed, discreet support is available 24/7. With…
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The Bristal Assisted Living at Woodcliff Lake is the first Bergen County assisted living community of its kind and we provide a wonderful senior living solution for families.
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Just because your loved one requires assistance doesn’t mean a loss of independence; at Mill Pond Assisted Living our residents continue living life on their terms.
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Five Star Premier Residences of Teaneck offers compassionate senior care in Teaneck, NJ. We strive to create a home-like atmosphere where you and your loved ones can feel secure. Our warm, well-trained staff works closely with our residents to provide…
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Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, our Clinical Care Teams are focused on implementing personalized care programs to facilitate recovery and improve well-being.
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Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, our Clinical Care Teams are focused on implementing personalized care programs to facilitate recovery and improve well-being.
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The design-build community features residential apartments and personalized assistance and care services for seniors who need help with the activities of daily living. Brightview communities are known for offering a holistic approach to care and life enrichment. Communities incorporate five…
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The design-build community features full-service Independent Living apartments on a monthly rental basis with no large entrance fee. The all-inclusive monthly fee includes private 1 and 2-bedroom apartment homes, exterior and interior maintenance, full kitchens, washer/dryer, housekeeping, chef-prepared meals, transportation,…
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Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, our Clinical Care Teams are focused on implementing personalized care programs to facilitate recovery and improve well-being.
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Christian Health Care Center was founded in 1911 by a group of deacons from local Reformed churches. Their goal was to build the first private psychia...
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I live in California and was searching for a home for my mother post stroke. I found Emeritus at Paramus which is close to my sister and father-in-law. I visited prior to selecting it and found the staff to be friendly, kind and efficient. The residents I spoke with were kind and open to having a new person join their ...
Read more Juniper Village at Paramus reviewsBrookdale was a very nice, clean place with very nice people who followed up with me after. It had the one-bedroom apartments that I was looking for.
Read more Juniper Village at Paramus reviewsI thought that the units were very small. I saw a lot of people sitting around in wheelchairs and not being very active, so I wasn’t really impressed with the place. They had a nice dining area and it looked like they had a good menu. Their activities looked all right, too.
Read more Juniper Village at Paramus reviewsMy mom is here, and we're very satisfied with the whole arrangement. I don't have any complaints. Everything has been fine. There have been one or two people who deliver medication that she felt were a little rude to her when she asked for something to be done. She's going out for dialysis three days a week, so she's n...
Read more Juniper Village at Paramus reviewsI toured and I wasn't thrilled with the place at all because it was too big. They showed me the room, and we walked through where all the people were. Betsy was good and did her job. I saw an apartment that was like an efficiency room. They had a whole daily calendar, including bingo, story time, and so on. There's alw...
Read more Juniper Village at Paramus reviewsMy mother is happy in here. Prior to this, it was a Marriott Hotel, so each room is set up with a dining room, a kitchen, separate rooms and each room has a kitchenette. They're very nice. The staff is perfect, they're very nice and very caring. The food is excellent and there's actually a chef on site. They have daily...
Read more Juniper Village at Paramus reviewsAccording to Genworth’s 2018 Cost of Care survey, Bergen County’s ($5,916) average assisted living cost is significantly higher than the national average of $4,000 and approximately $100 less than the New Jersey state average of $6,065. The most expensive cities, Trenton ($7,230) and the Vineland Area ($6,855), are close to, if not over, $1,000 more than Bergen County, whereas the lease expensive cities, Ocean City ($4,800) and the Atlantic City Area ($5,100), are close to $1,000 less than Bergen County.
Cost of Assisted Living Comparison Chart
The biggest factor impacting the cost of care is the level of care an individual needs. Nursing home care in a semiprivate room ($12,091) is more than double the cost of assisted living care and substantially higher than home health costs. Assisted living is an economical choice when it comes to seniors who need assistance with activities, such as meal prep, dressing, bathing and medication management. These costs are typically built into assisted living plans along with room and board and some utilities. Home health costs don’t include an individual’s home upkeep, but usually include light housekeeping, meal prep and personal care assistance.
Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart
Aged, Blind, and Disabled Medicaid (ABD) is free or low-cost health insurance provided to those in New Jersey who are low-income residents. This program offers services, including doctor visits, hospital services, prescription medications and other health care programs, depending on an individuals unique needs.
Eligible applicants must meet the following requirements:
Applications for Medicaid are processed within 45 days of the date of the form. No interview is required for ABD Medicaid.
Medicaid Managed Long Term Services and Supports (MLTSS) is a program for low-income seniors who can receive medical and nonmedical care services from the NJ FamilyCare managed care organization (MCO). MLTSS provides various services, such as personal care, home and vehicle modifications, assisted living and home health providers (including family members).
To qualify, seniors must meet the requirements of Medicaid and demonstrate that assistance is necessary to do activities of daily living, such as showering, grooming, dressing and mobility. If approved for financial and clinical Medicaid, seniors will be enrolled in MLTSS and MCO.
To learn more about the MLTSS program, contact the local Area Agency on Aging or call (201) 336-7400.
For information regarding ABD Medicaid, please call (800) 356-1561. An application must be completed, along with forms of verification, and turned into the Bergen County Board of Social Services:
218 Route 17 North, Rochelle Park, NJ 07662-3300
(201) 368-4200
Elderlife Bridge Loan
Elderlife Financial Services offers short-term loans for seniors who need immediate funding for assisted living or nursing home care while they’re waiting for long-term solutions, such as the sale of a home or benefit approval. Funds are sent directly to the care facility and are paid back in flexible, low-interest installments.
Eligibility is based on factors such as income and creditworthiness, and approvals can be as fast as 24 hours. Seniors who can’t qualify on their own can include up to six cosigners, which may increase the likelihood of approval and result in lower payments. Installments can be split amongst family members. Lenders typically require that a permanent funding plan be in place prior to loan approval.
Seniors can apply for a bridge loan online or by calling (888) 228-4500.
Long-Term Care Insurance
Some insurance providers offer long-term care insurance policies that can cover the cost of assisted living facilities and nursing homes after an annual deductible is met. These policies can’t help seniors in current need of long-term care but may be available to those who are still relatively healthy and independent but want to plan for the future. Eligibility and terms vary by provider and plan.
Senior centers offer residents a place to socialize, remain active and receive guidance. These centers prevent isolation and provide various activities, including nutrition programs, health and wellness checks, educational information and day trips.
Fair Lawn Senior Center
11-05 Gardiner Road, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
(201) 796-1191
Tenafly Senior Center
20 South Summit Street, Tenafly, N.J. 07670
(201) 569-2159
Martin Luther King JR. Senior Center
375 First Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601
(201) 342-265
The Area Agency on Aging plans, coordinates and funds senior programs in Bergen County. Their mission is to promote and support the well-being and independence of seniors. These locations below provide assistance with various goals, such as applying and completing forms for benefits, finding transportation, meal services and long-term care guidance.
The Bergen County Division of Senior Services
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor, Hackensack, NJ 07601-7076
(201) 336-7400
When seniors need to apply for or receive more information on Social Security retirement benefits or Supplemental Security Income, it’s best to call or visit the local office below.
Hackensack, NJ Social Security Offices
401 Hackensack Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601
(800) 772-1213
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