Daughters of Miriam Center

Overview of Daughters of Miriam Center

Daughters of Miriam Center in Clifton, New Jersey, has delivered independent living options since 1968. The campus features private one-bedroom units suitable for singles or couples who can manage their daily routines without routine assistance. Residents maintain their autonomy while taking advantage of shared community amenities.

Dining options revolve around a Glatt kosher kitchen where specialized staff oversee meal preparation to accommodate strict dietary requirements. Community programming covers a range of interests, addressing physical, cognitive, creative, and spiritual needs through dedicated activity schedules, an on-site chapel, and outdoor patio spaces.

Most daily errands require a vehicle, as the location carries a walk score of 31. Residents who do not own a car will need to arrange rides or use transit services for routine shopping trips.

Older adults seeking an established community with specialized dining options and structured daily activities can reach out to schedule a visit or learn more about current availability.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #68 / 108Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 68th out of 108 independent living communities we track in New Jersey for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across New Jersey facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in New Jersey that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
31 / 100

About This Community

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusNonprofit

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Medication ManagementSupport with organizing, administering, and monitoring medicines can help prevent missed or incorrect doses.

Additional Services

1 service
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age62+

Amenities & Lifestyle

Volunteer Program

Faith & Spiritual Life

Religious AffiliationJewish

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Daughters of Miriam Center.
  • Kosher dining.

Room Accommodations

Room Types
1 Bedroom
In-Room Features
One-Bedroom Apartment With Living Room, Kitchenette, And Full Bath Mobility-Accessible Apartments

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in New Jersey

Daughters of Miriam Center is located in Paterson, New Jersey.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in New Jersey.

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Managed Long Term Services and Supports

NJ Medicaid MLTSS

Age 65+ or disabled
General New Jersey resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NJ

High urban demand; managed care model.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Medical services

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

NJ JACC

Age 60+
General New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
NJ

Higher asset limit; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Home modifications (~$1,000 avg.)

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)

New Jersey PAAD

Age 65+
General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142/year (individual), ~$49,209/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Copays $5 (generic), $7 (brand); covers Part D premiums up to benchmark.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction ($500-$1,000/year savings) Premium assistance ($20/month above benchmark)

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

New Jersey Senior Gold

Age 65+
General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142-$52,142/year (individual), ~$49,209-$59,209/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Copays $15 + 50% of remaining cost; no premium assistance.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (~$300-$800/year savings)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Jersey Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NJ resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NJ

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)

New Jersey Senior Freeze

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year
General NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.
Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year combined household, projected
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
NJ

Combines with ANCHOR/Stay NJ via PAS-1; annual application.

Benefits
Tax reimbursement (~$500-$2,000/year) for increases since base year

ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)

New Jersey ANCHOR

Age 65+ prioritized
General NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Combines with Senior Freeze/Stay NJ; broader than prior Homestead program.

Benefits
Tax relief (~$700-$1,500/year homeowners, ~$250-$450 renters)

Stay NJ

New Jersey Stay NJ

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year
General NJ resident, homeowner, lived in home 10+ years.
Income Limits (2025) ~$500,000/year projected, subject to final regs
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
NJ

Up to 50% tax credit (max $6,500); phased implementation.

Benefits
Tax credit (~$3,000-$6,500/year, projected) starting 2026

Universal Service Fund (USF)

New Jersey Universal Service Fund

Age 65+ prioritized
General NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
NJ

Must owe >$25 on bill; combines with LIHEAP if eligible.

Benefits
Bill credits (~$300-$1,500/year) to cap energy costs at 6% of income

NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NJ resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NJ

21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

New Jersey VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NJ resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NJ

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Daughters of Miriam Center

Is Daughters of Miriam Center in a walkable area?

Daughters of Miriam Center has a walk score of 31. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Daughters of Miriam Center?

No, Daughters of Miriam Center has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Daughters of Miriam Center?

The team at Daughters of Miriam Center can be reached at admissions@daughtersofmiriamcenter.org.

Does Daughters of Miriam Center operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Daughters of Miriam Center is registered as a non-profit.

Are there photos of Daughters of Miriam Center?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Daughters of Miriam Center in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Daughters of Miriam Center provide?

Daughters of Miriam Center offers Independent Living.

What is the phone number of Daughters of Miriam Center?

(973) 253-5210 will put you in contact with the team at Daughters of Miriam Center.

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