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Assisted Living Communities in Shrewsbury, New Jersey

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Shrewsbury, NJ below include 183 Assisted Living facilities with 1325 reviews. On average in Shrewsbury, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

Assisted living facilities in Shrewsbury charge approximately $5,750 per month on average. While this exceeds the national norm by 28%, it’s affordable compared to the New Jersey average of $6,495, as well as rates in other surveyed cities across the state. For example, in Atlantic City, local care costs are about $60 higher than in Shrewsbury, and in Vineland, care costs are $650 higher. Similarly, rates in Ocean City are about 30% higher than in Shrewsbury, and in Trenton, care costs exceed the local norm by 42%.

Shrewsbury

$5,750

New Jersey

$6,495

United States

$4,500

Ocean City

$7,490

Vineland

$6,400

Atlantic City

$5,807

Trenton

$8,145

Paying for Assisted Living in Shrewsbury

In Shrewsbury, assisted living facilities charge average monthly rates of $5,750 for care and housing.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Shrewsbury

Assisted living services in Shrewsbury may be covered under the state’s Medicaid Managed Long-Term Services and Supports waiver.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New Jersey page.

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 Shrewsbury, NJ

In Shrewsbury, assisted living residents pay $5,750 per month for care. This is about $30 more than the cost of home health care and $220 more than in-home care rates, but unlike home-based care, assisted living includes living expenses, such as housing and meals. It also exceeds the cost of adult day health care, which averages $1,950 per month for daytime services in a community setting, but it costs 54% less than nursing home care.

In-Home Care

$5,529

Home Health Care

$5,720

Adult Day Health Care

$1,950

Assisted Living Facility

$5,750

Nursing Home Facility (semi private room)

$12,471

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

Free Assisted Living Resources in Shrewsbury

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Office on Aging(732) 431-7450Monmouth County Office on Aging is the designated Area Agency on Aging for the Shrewsbury region. This office provides information and referrals to help seniors connect with services in the community, including congregate meals, transportation and durable medical equipment loans. It has Medicare Part D specialists who help seniors assess their medication regimens and enroll in prescription drug coverage that fits their needs and budgets.  
Senior Center(732) 747-5204The closest senior center is a mile away in Red Bank, providing Shrewsbury seniors with easy access to social and recreational activities. This center overlooks the beautiful Navesink River and hosts a variety of activities, such as bridge, technology and arts and crafts classes, movie afternoons and book clubs. It also provides hot noontime meals for members, monthly health screenings and annual flu shot clinics and eye exams, as well as door-to-door transportation for local food markets. The center is open on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 
Family and Children’s Service(732) 222-9111Family and Children’s Service is a local nonprofit organization that provides a broad array of programs and services for qualifying residents of the Shrewsbury region. This location administers the State Health Insurance Assistance Program, which offers free, impartial health insurance options counseling for seniors. Trained SHIP volunteers answer seniors’ questions regarding their Medicare benefits and help them research available Medicare Advantage, Medigap and prescription drug plans, which can help them control assisted living and healthcare costs.  
Division on Aging, Disabilities and Veterans Services(732) 683-8675The county’s Division on Aging, Disabilities and Veterans Services helps veterans obtain benefits and services they’re entitled to. Its advisors can help veterans gather the necessary documentation and apply for the Aid and Attendance benefit, pension programs and service-related and non-service-related disability compensation, which can be used toward assisted living expenses.  
South Jersey Legal Services(732) 414-6750South Jersey Legal Services is a regional nonprofit organization that offers free legal assistance, advice and representation for those aged 60 and over in Shrewsbury. It can help older adults determine eligibility and apply for public benefits that may help cover assisted living expenses, including Supplemental Security Income, Medicaid and Medicare Advantage plans. The office can also help seniors understand assisted living facility contracts and resolve issues related to the quality of care they receive.  
New Jersey Long-Term Care Ombudsman(877) 582-6995The statewide long-term care ombudsman helps seniors and families identify options for covering assisted living services, understand residents’ rights and receive the services and supports in their care plans. The ombudsman can also field and investigate reports of abuse and neglect in long-term care facilities.  

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury 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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Linda

I visited this facility

Review of Sunrise of Shrewsbury

The tour I had at Sunrise of Shrewsbury was wonderful. It was a lovely place, very livable, and very friendly. However, it was very expensive for me. The staff there was very accommodating. They...

Provider response

Hi Linda, Each and every guest who enters a Sunrise community is important to us. It is wonderful to know that you had such a positive experience when touring Sunrise of Shrewsbury. We would be...

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Assisted Living

Jan

I visited this facility

Review of Sunrise of Shrewsbury

Sunrise of Shrewsbury is a beautiful new facility. It's big and it's gorgeous. I wish I was 55, I would move in tomorrow. I loved it. While I was waiting to go in for a tour, I heard a sing-along...

Provider response

Hi Jan, Each and every guest who enters a Sunrise community is important to us. It is wonderful to know that you had such a positive experience when touring Sunrise of Shrewsbury. We would be...

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Assisted Living

Jan

I visited this facility

Review of The Chelsea at Shrewsbury

The Chelsea at Shrewsbury was very pretty, and they had a visitor who has four paws. They have therapy dogs come in and visit with the residents. I thought that was wonderful. It was very...

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