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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Hackensack, NJ for 2024

Hackensack is an inner suburb of New York City, a rare low-density residential community bordered by towering skyscrapers. Home to 46,000 people, the city has grown rapidly, in part due to the rising senior population, which stands at over 16%. Hackensack seniors have access to numerous health providers, including St. Mary's General Hospital. Older adults who need skilled nursing care can find it for an average of $12,471 a month for a semi-private room, according to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey. This is higher than the national average of $7,908, though it's close to the New Jersey average of $11,254.

Nursing homes are for seniors who require 24-hour care and specialized medical services. These include wound care and rehabilitative work, plus medication administration and monitoring the residents' condition for a doctor. Seniors who need less medically oriented care might save on costs by choosing a less intensive care arrangement, such as home care or assisted living.

This guide lists nursing care prices in New Jersey and nearby communities, along with the cost of several other types of care. A list of free resources to help seniors find the right living option is also included.

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Nursing Home Costs in Hackensack, NJ

Semi-private rooms in Hackensack nursing homes average $12,471 a month, while private rooms average $13,231.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Nursing homes in Hackensack tend to be more expensive than similar facilities in nearby cities, but the high cost of living nearby puts the price in perspective. At $12,471 a month, semi-private rooms in Hackensack are 11% more expensive than the New Jersey state average and a full 58% higher than the national average of $7,908. Atlantic City care homes cost 27% less than in Hackensack, Ocean City prices are 20% less and Vineland seniors pay 12% lower monthly rates than in Hackensack. Trenton's prices are closer, at just 7% less expensive.

Hackensack

$12,471

New Jersey

$11,254

United States

$7,908

Atlantic City

$9,125

Trenton

$11,650

Ocean City

$10,007

Vineland

$11,026

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

In Hackensack, skilled nursing, offering 24-hour medical care, costs $12,471 a month for semi-private rooms and $13,231 for private rooms. In comparison, in-home care, providing personal and household assistance, and home health care, which includes additional medical services, average $5,529 and $5,720 respectively, saving 56% and 54%. Assisted living communities, combining independence with daily living assistance, are 54% less expensive, while adult day health care, offering daytime support and activities, is the most affordable at $1,950 a month, 84% 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 Care (semiprivate room)

$12,471

Nursing Home Care (private room)

$13,231

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

 

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Hackensack, NJ

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one's stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those who need long-term care will have to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the cost-of-living expenses in a skilled nursing facility for qualifying seniors. Care and room and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras such as specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility requirements are strict and complex, so not all seniors qualify for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren't available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about local financial assistance programs for seniors.

Free & Low-Cost Resources for Seniors in Hackensack, NJ

Seniors and their families may have to do some research before finding the nursing care home that's right for them. Having local agencies and resources devoted to helping older adults get through the senior care system can be very helpful. The table below lists several such programs, which can help seniors find benefits and other free sources of aid.

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