The 5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Branchville, NJ for 2023

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There are 6 Assisted Living Facilities in the Branchville area, with 1 in Branchville and 5 nearby.

To help you with your search, browse the 14 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Branchville. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Branchville 4.5 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Milford with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Branchville is a tiny borough located in Sussex County, New Jersey, which is considered part of the greater New York City metro area. Seniors may enjoy living in a small community with the resources of a big city nearby. Branchville's population is just 850, 23.2 percent of whom are seniors over 62. Sussex County has a population of 145,000, 18.7 percent of whom are seniors over 62. There are 21 assisted living facilities available in Sussex County. Assisted living facilities in Newark are licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health. Regulations stipulate that staff be on hand 24 hours a day, and the campus must be designed to allow "aging in place."

• Branchville weather varies widely from hot, humid summers to cold, snowy winters. Average high temperatures in July are 81 degrees, while January lows average around 17. Seniors sensitive to the cold may be uncomfortable in the winter. 
  
• Cost of living in Branchville is 121.9, slightly higher than the U.S. baseline of 100. Grocery and health care costs fall in line with the rest of the country, measured against the base of 100, at 104.4 and 98, respectively. Higher housing costs, at 135, increase the cost of living and may affect assisted living costs. 
• Crime rates in the U.S. are calculated on a scale of 1 to 100, with 1 being the safest. Violent crime averages in the nation are 31.1; Branchville's rates are 41.1. Property crime rates are higher, as well, at 39 compared to the U.S. average of 38.1. Seniors should take precautions with themselves and their belongings. 
• Sussex County sponsors the Sussex County Skylands Ride public transit system, fixed-route minibuses that run throughout Branchville and the rest of the county. Transportation for those with disabilities can be arranged by appointment. 
• The Jackson area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Newton Memorial Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
• Seniors in New Jersey may be eligible for a property tax freeze. As they transition into assisted living, this may help secure more money to pay for assisted living fees. 

Assisted Living costs in Branchville start around $0 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Branchville and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

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.