Written for family caregivers
NJ senior care guides for families
Start with the question you have tonight. Every guide points to an official source you can verify.
- Holiday visit checklist: signs a parent needs more helpWhat to look for in the kitchen, mail, mobility and mood, and how to bring it up. Also in Español.
- Free Senior Care Starter Kit (PDF)A fillable 13-page kit: needs checklist, 25 tour questions, cost worksheet, medication list, and moving checklist.
- Does Medicare pay for assisted living?The honest answer, what Medicare does cover, and what actually pays in NJ and NY. Also in Español and 中文.
- How to pay for assisted living in NJPrivate pay, Medicaid, PAAD, VA, and insurance, with official places to verify.
- If the house has to sell so care can startFamilies who need the sale to fund care can ask for a licensed NY or NJ realtor intro. We do not list homes here.
- Questions to ask on a tourA checklist for a family deciding late at night under real pressure.
- Signs a parent may need memory careWhat families notice, what to document, and who to call. Not a diagnosis.
- Medicare plan helpThe main Medicare choices explained, plus free official help in New Jersey.
- Does Medicaid cover incontinence suppliesHow state rules, diagnosis, and documentation affect coverage.
- Get paid by Medicaid to care for a parentNew Jersey Personal Preference Program and New York CDPAP, official pages only.
- Does Medicare or Medicaid cover medical alertWaivers may cover a PERS device. Medicare coverage is limited and plan specific.
This site is not medical or financial advice. Confirm coverage with the plan or the state Medicaid office. Facility fees are set by the community.