Assisted Living Communities in Paramus, New Jersey

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Lynn9

5.0

March 26, 2025

I visited this facility

Review of Juniper Village at Paramus

Juniper Village at Paramus was very clean. The staff was very accommodating and pleasant. The residents were also very pleasant. When we toured, there was a lot that we saw going on in the way of...

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Thank you so much!

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Catherine

5.0

March 12, 2025

I visited this facility

Review of Sunrise of Paramus

I toured Sunrise of Paramus. It's a very nice facility, and everybody was engaged. It's new and very well-kept. The rooms are being updated and transitioned over, so some of them were in the middle...

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Hi Catherine, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a review of your experience. We are pleased to hear that our team made your experience pleasant and provided you with the necessary...

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Jayne

1.0

February 24, 2025

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of CareOne at The Cupola

I wouldn't even give one star, except some of the staff were excellent in caring, and I want them to know i appreciate them. The administrator though, is very uncaring, and should not work in an...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Paramus, NJ and Nearby Cities

Seniors in Paramus pay $5,750 per month for assisted living. Although this is $1,250 higher than the national average, it’s well below New Jersey’s median rate of $6,495. In Atlantic City, care costs are comparable at $5,807, but in Vineland, rates are considerably higher at $6,400. Seniors in Ocean City pay about $1,740 more for assisted living than Paramus residents, and in Trenton, care costs are about $2,400 higher per month.

Paramus

$5,750

New Jersey

$6,495

United States

$4,500

Trenton

$8,145

Atlantic City

$5,807

Ocean City

$7,490

Vineland

$6,400

Paying for Assisted Living in Paramus

In Paramus, assisted living facilities charge approximately $5,750 per month for care.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Paramus

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

Veterans Benefits
Life Insurance Policy
Long-Term Care Insurance
Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New Jersey page

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Paramus, NJ

At $5,750 per month, assisted living services are moderately priced compared to other long-term care options in Paramus. Seniors who obtain this type of care in their homes pay $5,529 for in-home care and $5,720 for home health care. Adult day health care is considerably more affordable with a potential monthly savings of $3,800, but nursing home care is more than double the cost of assisted living at $12,471 for shared rooms.

In-Home Care

$5,529

Home Health Care

$5,720

Adult Day Health Care

$1,950

Assisted Living Facility

$5,750

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$12,471

Note: Data for Paramus was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, New York, NY, was used instead.

Free & Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources in Paramus

The Paramus region has numerous agencies and programs that support seniors, helping them find the best long-term care options for their needs and identifying ways to pay for monthly care expenses. Through the following resources, seniors can connect with age-friendly social and recreational activities, find financial and legal advice and get more information on the services available in assisted living facilities. These resources can also help seniors understand their options for recourse in instances of unfair treatment.

Resource	Contact	Service
Joseph Cipolla Senior Activity Center	(201) 265-2100	The local senior center hosts programs and recreational activities for area residents aged 62 and over, including age-friendly fitness classes, dance classes, table tennis and movie afternoons. It also provides annual tax assistance to help retirees access the deductions and exemptions they qualify for, which may help them afford assisted living.
Bergen County Division of Senior Services	(877) 222-3737	The county’s Division of Senior Services administers services to Paramus residents aged 60 and over, including transportation services, nutrition counseling and help with applying for federal, state and veterans’ benefits. It also provides referrals for financial and legal aid services in the community.
Division of Veterans Services	(201) 336-6325	The Division of Veterans Services advocates for veterans in the region and can help them with submitting applications for benefits, such as Aid and Attendance, which provides cash that can be used toward long-term care. The office can also help veterans determine whether they qualify for veterans’ home placement.
Northeast New Jersey Legal Services	(201) 487-2166	Northeast New Jersey Legal Services provides legal aid to those aged 60 and over and can help them navigate issues such as denied health insurance claims or canceled benefits, assigning powers of attorney and understanding assisted living contracts. It can also help seniors file complaints regarding assisted living facilities.
New Jersey Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program	(877) 582-6995	The long-term care ombudsman visits assisted living facilities in Paramus and can help residents understand their rights and the services in their care plans. The ombudsman can also help seniors and families determine options they may have for paying for long-term care, including public and veterans’ benefits.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Paramus

Paramus Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in New Jersey are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New Jersey page for more information about these laws.