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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, a full-time Vibrant Living Director to coordinate daily programs and social events, and much more. Community amenities include a fitness center, beauty/ barber shop, internet cafÃ©, pub, movie theater, and game room.

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The&nbsp;<a href="https://www.genworth.com/aging-and-you/finances/cost-of-care.html" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.genworth.com/aging-and-you/finances/cost-of-care.html" rel="noopener noreferrer">2018&nbsp;Genworth&nbsp;Cost of Care</a>&nbsp;study assesses the cost of senior care across the nation and reveals that the monthly price of assisted living in Paramus is within $100 of the state average of $6,065 but almost $2,000 higher than the national average ($4,000). Monthly rates vary drastically throughout the remainder of New Jersey, from the higher fees found in Vineland ($6,855) and Trenton ($7,230) to the much lower costs in Atlantic City ($5,100) and Ocean City ($4,800). Note: Specific senior care cost data wasn’t available for Paramus, so data for the nearest major city, New York, was used instead.&nbsp;

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Surrounding Areas

The monthly cost of senior care in Paramus spans a wide range; from a low of $1,950 for adult day health services to a whopping $12,091 for nursing home care. These&nbsp;price differences are largely due to the type and level of care, the setting and whether skilled services are offered. One of the key aspects to consider when comparing different options is that residential senior care facilities typically include room and board in their rates. With adult day health care and in-home services, including home health aides and homemakers,&nbsp;seniors should plan for additional expenses related to running a household, such as utilities, maintenance, property taxes and food.

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Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Paramus

Congregate Housing Services Program The state-funded <a href="https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/doas/services/chsp/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/doas/services/chsp/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Congregate Housing Services program</a> provides financial assistance to qualified disabled adults and seniors wishing to live in a group-housing setting as an alternative to placement in an institutional skilled-nursing facility. Similar to an assisted living facility, group-housing facilities provide support services and limited care while allowing residents a greater degree of independence. The specific services offered may vary between housing providers, but can include: 
<li>Housekeeping and laundry</li>
<li>Home health aid caregivers</li>
<li>Meal preparation and a minimum of one group meal per day</li>
<li>Shopping assistance</li>
<li>Help completing activities of daily living</li>
 To receive assistance from the CHSP program, Paramus residents must be aged 65 and older or qualify as disabled per the Social Security Administration. They also must be unable to live alone without assistance. The program has no income or asset limitations, but the amount of aid provided is determined by a sliding scale based on income. Interested seniors can contact the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.co.bergen.nj.us/division-of-senior-services" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.co.bergen.nj.us/division-of-senior-services" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bergen County Division of Senior Services</a>&nbsp;at (201) 336-7400&nbsp;to inquire about participating congregate homes in the Paramus area or to apply for CHSP benefits. State Supplemental Payment New Jersey residents who qualify for or receive <a href="https://www.benefits.gov/benefit/4412" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.benefits.gov/benefit/4412" rel="noopener noreferrer">Supplemental Security Income</a> benefits from the federal government are also eligible for a state-funded monthly supplemental benefit. As with the SSI program, eligible individuals must be disabled or aged 65 or older with a monthly income below $771 and assets of less than $2,000. Couples are allowed $1,157 in monthly income and $3,000 in assets. The state&nbsp;SSP&nbsp;benefit is added to a recipient’s monthly SSI payment. While the exact amount depends on an applicant’s income, marital status and living situation, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-11148.pdf" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-11148.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer">maximum combined benefit</a> available to New Jersey residents is $981.05 per person and $1,895.36 for married couples. Paramus residents can apply for SSI and SSP benefits by calling the<a href="https://www.socialsecurity.gov/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.socialsecurity.gov/" rel="noopener noreferrer">&nbsp;Social Security Administration</a>&nbsp;at (800) 772-1213.&nbsp;

Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living

The average cost of assisted living in the borough is $5,916 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the borough, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 3 Assisted Living Communities in Paramus and several in surrounding areas. The Cost of Senior Care in Paramus, NJ<ul><li>Assisted Living: $5,916</li><li>Nursing Home Care: $12,091</li><li>In-home Care: $4,576</li><li>Adult Day Health Services: $1,950</li></ul>

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<a href="https://www.medicaid.gov/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.medicaid.gov/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Medicaid</a> is the national program that provides vital health care coverage to low-income Americans with limited resources. The program is jointly funded by the federal and state governments and operates under federal regulation with administration by each state. The New Jersey Medicaid plan is administered by the state’s <a href="https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dmahs/clients/medicaid/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dmahs/clients/medicaid/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Department of Human Services</a>. The plan provides coverage for those who qualify, including parents and their dependant children, pregnant women and the elderly, blind and disabled. A variety of services are covered,&nbsp;such as doctors visits, hospital care, prescription drugs and long-term care. To be eligible for coverage, New Jersey residents&nbsp;must be&nbsp;U.S. citizens or qualified aliens and meet certain <a href="https://www.medicaidplanningassistance.org/medicaid-eligibility-new-jersey" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.medicaidplanningassistance.org/medicaid-eligibility-new-jersey" rel="noopener noreferrer">income and resource guidelines</a>: <ul>
<li>For regular Medicaid, individuals can earn up to $1,041 in monthly income and have total assets of $4,000. Couples can earn up to $1,409 per month and own $6,000 in assets.</li>
<li>For long-term community-based or nursing home coverage, a single person can earn up to $2,313 in monthly income and have $2,000 in total assets. Married couples applying together are limited to $4,626 in monthly income and $3,000 in assets.</li>
</ul> Medicaid counts income from all sources, but various assets are excluded, including personal effects, one vehicle, a principal home valued at less than $878,000, household furnishings and irrevocable burial trusts. Married couples with just one spouse applying may still qualify if their joint income and assets are over the above limits. Medicaid disregards the income of a non-applicant spouse and permits&nbsp;the transfer of a spousal living allowance of up to $3,160.50 from the applicant’s monthly income. A non-applicant spouse may also retain up to $126,420 in jointly owned assets. Paramus seniors in need of Medicaid coverage can complete an online application for the <a href="https://njfc.force.com/abd/abdstart" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://njfc.force.com/abd/abdstart" rel="noopener noreferrer">NJ FamilyCare Aged, Blind, Disabled program</a>&nbsp;or call (800) 356-1561 for more information and assistance. FamilyCare Managed Long-Term Services and Supports New Jersey Medicaid provides long-term care services for eligible elderly, blind and permanently disabled residents through the <a href="https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/mltss.html" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/mltss.html" rel="noopener noreferrer">FamilyCare MLTSS program</a>. The program delivers comprehensive medical and long-term care through a participant’s choice of five <a href="https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dmahs/clients/medicaid/hmo/" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dmahs/clients/medicaid/hmo/" rel="noopener noreferrer">managed care organizations</a>&nbsp;serving Bergen County. Services provided for seniors aged 65 and older and adults with disabilities aged 21 and older can include: <ul>
<li>Full Medicaid medical benefits</li>
<li>Case management</li>
<li>Respite care</li>
<li>Personal emergency response systems</li>
<li>Assisted Living</li>
<li>Nursing home care</li>
<li>Community residential services</li>
<li>Addiction and mental health services</li>
</ul> To apply for MLTSS services, those currently enrolled in the state Medicaid program should contact their MCO to request an assessment. All other Paramus residents can contact the <a href="https://www.co.bergen.nj.us/division-of-senior-services" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://www.co.bergen.nj.us/division-of-senior-services" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bergen County Division of Senior Services</a> at (201) 336-7400 to begin the financial and clinical eligibility assessment process.

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As the area’s Aging and Disability Resource Connection, the Bergen County Division of Senior Services provides older residents of Paramus with information about a wide array of county, state and federal resources. Some of the invaluable services ADRC provides include counseling on benefit eligibility, long-term care options, tax relief and reverse mortgages, supplying referrals for care management or prescription assistance and helping seniors apply for health insurance and transportation programs.

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Juniper Village at Paramus provides senior living including assisted living and Wellspring memory care. Our active senior living community is located in Paramus, New Jersey, in Bergen County, just eight miles west of Upper Manhattan. Our community features cozy living spaces, inviting common areas, nicely landscaped walking paths, and a spacious outdoor courtyard.

Were home to approximately 100 mature, vital adults. It is a place where our team of compassionate professionals nurture the spirit of life in each individual through Junipers distinctive programs that encourage active bodies, engaged minds and fulfilled spirits. 

We offer award-winning care and service via Junipers Signature Programs paired with a commitment to the belief that the keys to healthy aging are keeping fit and staying socially connected. To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://healthapps.state.nj.us/facilities/fsFacList.aspx">State of New Jersey Department of Health Long-Term Care Facility Search</a>

Juniper Village at Paramus

<h4>Bergen Countys First Memory Care Facility</h4>

Harmony Village at CareOne Paramus offers next generation assisted living for the memory impaired, offering innovative memory-care programs designed to help residents maintain the highest possible quality of life, as well as optimal cognitive and physical functioning.

Harmony Village will offer 24 hours certified nursing care, on staff dementia specialists, and innovative technology and practices for all residents.

Harmony Village at CareOne Paramus accommodations include 124 private apartments and four distinct neighborhoods for residents with varying stages of memory impairment, making it the only dedicated assisted living community for the memory impaired in Bergen County.

The team at CareOnes Harmony Village is specially trained to work with people who are living with memory impairments, and we understand the progression of each condition. We also know how to work with residents and their families to create a personalized care plan that maximizes independence and works toward quality of life enhancement.

Day-to-day life at Harmony Village encourages activity, fellowship, and health. We offer our residents transportation to and from personal appointments, specialized activities, and recreation, in addition to daily housekeeping services. Our residential amenities include the following:

<ul>
<li>Restaurant-style dining three times a day, with private dining rooms available</li>
<li>Private living rooms</li>
<li>Secure, lush outdoor courtyards</li>
<li>Spacious community rooms for activities, entertainment and events</li>
<li>Full-service barbershops and beauty salons</li>
</ul> To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://healthapps.state.nj.us/facilities/fsFacList.aspx">State of New Jersey Department of Health Long-Term Care Facility Search</a>

Harmony Village at CareOne Paramus

Sunrise of Paramus is an inviting senior community dedicated to serving assisted living and memory care residents with excellence and compassion. Located off Highway 17, we are just minutes away from the convenience of a grocery store, book shops, banking and casual dining, and a short distance from Bergen Regional Medical Center. Our compassionate and well-trained staff provide personalized care to our residents, offering only as much assistance as needed or desired. It is our goal to keep residents living as independently as possible while they are living here.

As a part of Sunrise Senior Living, one of the world’s most experienced providers of senior living services, Sunrise of Paramus and its professional, highly trained staff compassionately care for seniors of all needs.

<h2>Featured Amenities</h2>

Camaraderie and companionship are around every corner of Sunrise of Paramus, with living rooms and lounges to socialize or join in one of the many engaging daily activities. Residents chat about current events by the fireplace, enjoy a good book in the sun room, surf the Internet and enjoy an afternoon tea break shared by friends in our café.

Our enclosed courtyard and lush, landscaped grounds are ideal for strolling through and relaxing among in one of our many seating areas.

Spacious and elegant, our apartments give residents the privacy and comfort they desire in a variety of floor plans with large bathrooms, kitchenettes and emergency call systems.

<h2>Available Services</h2>

Our personal services provide just the right amount of support and care. This includes assistance with day-to-day tasks, such as bathing, personal hygiene and medication assistance.&nbsp;Short-term stays are also an option for seniors who want the extra security of&nbsp;additional assistance during an illness or while recuperating.

We recognize the special needs of those with Alzheimer&#39;s, and we provide safe and stimulating activities in which residents can successfully participate.

Sunrise of Paramus provides residents with a feeling of home in a secure and comfortable environment.

Sunrise of Paramus

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Featuring elegant décor and individualized attention, CareOne at the Cupola has served the Paramus community for over 50 years, providing the assisted living and memory care that you and your loved ones deserve. We are located in a thriving residential community, near numerous shops and dining establishments as well as medical services such as The Valley Hospital or Bergen Regional Medical Center.

<h2>Featured Amenities</h2>

Stylish, yet homelike common areas offer plentiful seating. Enjoy a movie, sit down with the paper in the community lounge or take a stroll around our grounds. Our community offers a variety of comfortable private and semi-private one-bedrooms and studio apartments.

CareOne at the Cupola features freshly-prepared nutritious meals every day in our restaurant-style dining room. Residents always have the freedom to do what they wish with their time, yet our full-time events coordinator organizes numerous opportunities to get engaged with the community and their neighbors.

<h2>Available Services</h2>

Weekly housekeeping and laundry services means that our residents have more time to focus on what they want to do. At CareOne at the Cupola our individualized evaluation program helps to match each resident with services and activities that fit their personalities and needs. And 24-hours a day, our caring staff are there to help with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing or medication administration.

Our memory care program focuses on individual attention, where we design each aspect of our care and activities to each resident’s need. Each staff member is specially trained to serve and care for residents suffering from memory loss conditions such as those associated with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.

We welcome you to experience comfort and elegance at CareOne at the Cupola.

CareOne at The Cupola

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