Assisted living and nursing home facilities in New Jersey are licensed and inspected by the state department of health or social services, which maintains a public registry of licensed facilities and their inspection histories. New Jersey residents may also be eligible for Medicaid-funded long-term care programs that help cover the cost of nursing home or assisted living services for qualifying individuals.
Assisted Living Nursing Home locations are available in 239 cities across New Jersey. They are spread across 21 counties.
Cities with the highest concentration include Edison, Toms River, Monroe, which tend to have more facilities due to larger senior populations, proximity to major medical centers, and higher overall healthcare infrastructure in those communities.
Families in New Jersey researching long-term care options should also contact the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which advocates for residents' rights and can assist with complaints or concerns about a facility's care standards.
Assisted Living Nursing Home by Cities
Residents of New Jersey researching care options for a family member should consult the state's Area Agency on Aging, which provides free counseling about long-term care options, Medicaid eligibility, and community-based services that may allow an individual to remain at home longer before transitioning to a residential facility.
Browse Assisted Living Nursing Home by county across New Jersey to find the nearest location.