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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Elizabeth, NJ for 2024

Elizabeth sits in the northern region of New Jersey and has over 134,000 residents, making it the most populous city in Union County. This region has 17 assisted living facilities for seniors to choose from, including 2 facilities within Elizabeth proper. These facilities charge approximately $5,750 per month for residential care, surpassing the national average of $4,500 but offering substantial savings over the New Jersey norm of $6,495.

Our directory lists 1939 reviews reviews of local assisted living facilities and gives facilities an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars stars.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Elizabeth

New Jersey licenses all assisted living facilities in Elizabeth through its Department of Health. This department sets minimum requirements for service planning, intake and discharge procedures and staffing, and it conducts background checks on prospective employees. It also operates a 24-hour complaint hotline and publishes a list of all licensed assisted living facilities in Pennsylvania.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Elizabeth

  • Out of New Jersey’s 21 surveyed counties, Union County ranks 8th, indicating positive health factors and outcomes for seniors in Elizabeth. The local life expectancy aligns with state and national norms at 79.8, and the rate of preventable hospitalizations is 2,527 per 100,000 patients versus 2,859 statewide and 2,809 nationally.
  • Elizabeth has one hospital, Trinitas Regional Medical Center, within its limits. This full-service hospital features 554 inpatient and outpatient beds and a range of specialty services, including heart and vascular care, cancer care and mental health services. The hospital also organizes several support groups that meet regularly and publishes information on health topics relevant to seniors.
  • The cost of living in Elizabeth exceeds the national average by 19.1%. While this is mainly due to high housing costs, which surpass the U.S. norm by 15%, food, health care and transportation expenses come in up to 5% higher than what’s typical in the U.S. as a whole. Fortunately, qualified seniors can pay for some assisted living expenses through the state’s Managed Long Term Services and Supports program.
  • Elizabeth has an AARP Livability Index of 60, placing it in the top 40% of U.S. communities. It offers a range of amenities to support seniors’ comfort and convenience, including high access to grocery stores and parks, good air and water quality and age-friendly cultural and entertainment amenities.
  • New Jersey provides sizable income tax deductions of up to $75,000 for seniors, meaning those with low to moderately high annual incomes may not owe state income taxes. Additionally, Social Security benefits are tax-exempt for all seniors, making assisted living in Elizabeth financially viable for many.
  • Elizabeth is a member of the AARP Age-Friendly Network and has participated in the program since 2018. This indicates that its officials have taken steps to foster a safe, welcoming environment for seniors.
  • Elizabeth’s crime rate exceeds 87% of U.S. communities and 92% of cities across New Jersey, and it’s high compared to similarly sized cities nationwide. This makes assisted living a preferred alternative to living alone for many vulnerable seniors.

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Elizabeth

In Elizabeth, seniors pay an average monthly rate of $5,750 for assisted living.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living facilities in Elizabeth charge approximately $5,750 per month for services. While this is well above the national norm of $4,500, it’s 11% below the New Jersey average of $6,495 and economical compared to rates in the nearest surveyed cities within the state. For example, in Vineland, monthly fees exceed Elizabeth’s norm by 11%. Similarly, rates in Ocean City exceed the local average at $7,490, and in Trenton, assisted living facilities charge 42% more for care.

Elizabeth

$5,750

New Jersey

$6,495

US

$4,500

Trenton

$8,145

Vineland

$6,400

Ocean City

$7,490

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living services in Elizabeth cost $5,750 per month. This is comparable to the $5,720 home health care agencies charge for private skilled nursing services in clients’ homes, although seniors who only need nonmedical personal care and companionship pay about 4% less for in-home care. Adult day health care facilities, which provide skilled nursing, personal care and recreational activities in a community environment, charge about 66% less than assisted living facilities. However, nursing home residents pay more than twice as much for semi-private accommodations and around-the-clock skilled nursing services and monitoring, with rates for this level of care coming in at $12,471.

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 Elizabeth was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, New York, NY, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Elizabeth

Assisted living programs in New Jersey are covered by the state's Medicaid 1115 Demonstration Waiver -- Managed Long-Term Services and Supports. Eligible seniors can apply for this program which will cover the cost of services provided in assisted living residences. 

An optional state supplement is available to assisted living residents who receive supplemental security income. This is meant to cover the cost of room and board in assisted living residences, which is capped for Medicaid eligible residents.

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

Financial Assistance in New Jersey

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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Elizabeth

Elizabeth and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Elizabeth, please visit our Assisted Living in New Jersey page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Elizabeth

Elizabeth 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.

Laws and Regulations in New Jersey

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Lisa

I visited this facility

Review of Amber Court of Elizabeth

I liked Amber Court of Elizabeth because of its affordability. The other facilities are much better, but this one is affordable. When I got there though, the lady had mixed up the time that I was...

Provider response

Thank you for your feedback, Lisa. Our sincere apologies for the inconvenience of having to wait when you arrived. That is certainly not our normal practice. We appreciate you sharing your...

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Assisted Living

Darius

I visited this facility

Review of ALEXIAN MANOR

Alexion Manor was very clean and very professional. The rooms were very nice and very up to date. They have a hall and secure parking for the seniors. They also have a recreation center and a...

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