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Assisted Living Communities in Hackettstown, NJ
Located along the banks of the Musconetcong River, Hackettstown sits in Warren County and has...
assisted living communities for prospective residents to choose from. According to survey data, these facilities charge approximately $5,274 per month in 2024, providing savings of around $2,130 over the New Jersey norm.
To help you compare assisted living options in and around Hackettstown, we’ve compiled 1357 reviews reviews of local facilities. Based on those reviews, we find an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars stars.
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Patty
5.0
Review of Riverwalk Village at The House of the Good Shepherd - Hackettstown, NJ
My mother thrived at Riverwalk Village. The staff was so caring, becoming like family to my mom, sister and me. The facility itself is beautiful such a lovely setting along the river. My mother...
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Heidi M
5.0
Review of Riverwalk Village at The House of the Good Shepherd - Hackettstown, NJ
I would like to thank the Dining Services Manager and staff at House of the Good Shepherd –for creating a wonderful luncheon for our family recently. My Mother is a resident of HOTGS and we wanted...
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Reviewer#as1030
5.0
Review of Heath Village
I've visited Heath Village, it's beautiful, the people were very friendly, it's like family-focused. They have a studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 2-bedroom with an additional room, and the rooms...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Hackettstown, NJ and Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows that Hackettstown seniors pay around $5,274 monthly for assisted living. This rate runs notably lower than the New Jersey median and compares favorably to costs in many nearby cities. For example, seniors in Trenton pay higher fees of approximately $8,975, and in Atlantic City, facilities charge roughly $825 more.
Hackettstown
$5,274
New Jersey
$7,400
The United States
$5,350
Atlantic City
$6,099
Vineland
$5,608
Trenton
$8,975
Paying for Assisted Living in Hackettstown, NJ
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Hackettstown
Assisted living services in Hackettstown 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 Hackettstown, NJ
With monthly fees hovering near $5,274, assisted living ranks as the most affordable senior care solution in Hackettstown. For example, in-home care costs about $65 more, and home health care rates are roughly $450 higher. Additionally, seniors in nursing homes pay approximately $8,700 more for shared accommodations.
In-Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Care
$5,720
Assisted Living Facility
$5,274
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$13,992
Note: Since data for Hackettstown is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Allentown, PA, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Hackettstown
There are multiple free resources for Hackettstown seniors in assisted living facilities. They range from advocacy and legal services to financially beneficial programs such as prescription discounts.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| and Disability Services | (877) 222-3737 or (908) 475-6591 | The Warren County Division of Aging and Disability Services provides information and resources to Hackettstown seniors. This division may offer direct services or refer seniors to partner agencies, with the goal of facilitating senior independence and a positive quality of life. |
| Warren County Legal Services for Seniors | (908) 475-3052 | Seniors 60 and over can receive free legal services through this county organization. Program coordinators advocate for seniors and can provide research and investigative services pertaining to Social Security and other public benefit laws, family law, consumer law and other legal areas. |
| NJSave | (800) 792-9745 | Hackettstown seniors can receive an array of money-saving benefits through the NJSave program. There are prescription savings, hearing aid assistance and Medicare savings programs. In addition, this program provides reduced motor vehicle fees and discounts on pet spay and neuter services. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Hackettstown
Hackettstown-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in New Jersey are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New Jersey page for more information about these laws.
