Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Accelerate Skilled Nursing And Rehab Piscataway
Accelerate Skilled Nursing And Rehab Piscataway is a Nursing Home in New Jersey
Accelerate Skilled Nursing And… is a Nursing Home in New Jersey
Accelerate Skilled Nursing And Rehab Piscataway
Accelerate Skilled Nursing And Rehab Piscataway is a Nursing Home in New Jersey
Accelerate Skilled Nursing And… is a Nursing Home in New Jersey
Accelerate Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Piscataway in Piscataway, NJ is a state-of-the-art, post-hospital rehabilitation facility. This rehabilitation facility offers specialized transitional care and has a hydro-therapy pool. Everything is designed to help patients recover so they can get back home as soon as possible.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
124
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
39%
Residents per day (avg)
99
Occupancy rate
39%
Residents per day (avg)
99
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
48% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
26 days
Private pay
51% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
17 days
Medicaid
1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$12.2M
Operating loss
-$6.2M
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$12,176,839.00
Operating loss
$-6,179,716.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.6M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$14.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$18.4M
124-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Long Term Care Facility
Additional licensing details
License number:
12056
CMS Certification Number:
315522
Ownership & operating entity
Accelerate Skilled Nursing And Rehab Piscataway is administrated by Mr. JESSE ROSENBLATT.
Owner name:
SKILES AVE & STERLING DR URBAN RENEWAL OPERATI
Safety & Compliance
Care Services
Accepts Medicare
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Short-Term Care
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
Inspection History
In New Jersey, the Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing conducts mandatory unannounced surveys to ensure facilities provide safe and effective resident care.
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Comparison Chart
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RC
Respite Care
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111.10
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RC
Respite Care
Jersey City
139
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97
CHESTER, ERNEST
77.0%
$19,379,385.00
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130.80
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Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
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No
-
CG HEALTHCARE LLC
60.6%
$21,476,508.00
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7%
155.20
2/5
6.0959
1/5
5/5
4/5
1
-
All In A Day Medical Day Care Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
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132
No
-
ZBL REGENCY OPCO, LLC
53.8%
$8,999,401.00
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5/5
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-
Accelerate Skilled Nursing And Rehab Piscataway
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
NJ 08854
124
No
-
-
39.0%
$12,168,906.00
$3,599,583.00
29.6%
99.00
1/5
4.0972
1/5
2/5
4/5
1
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
170
Total Staff
131
Employees
39
Contractors
43,537
Total Hours (Quarter)
57
Avg Staff/Day
8.4
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 14 | 10.4 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 37 | 9.6 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 76 | 8.1 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
129 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
25 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
4 staff
6.4hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
10.3%
of total hours from contractors
4,493 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 5
Registered Nurse: 5
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7
Physical Therapy Aide: 7
Qualified Social Worker: 4
Physical Therapy Assistant: 5
Occupational Therapy Aide: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 71 | 5 | 76 | 21,294 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 37 | 0 | 37 | 9,882 | 91 | 100% | 9.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 5 | 14 | 3,451 | 91 | 100% | 10.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,295 | 76 | 84% | 7.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,214 | 80 | 88% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,033 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 848 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 722 | 67 | 74% | 7.1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 509 | 63 | 69% | 6.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 507 | 63 | 69% | 7.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 497 | 64 | 70% | 6.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 494 | 64 | 70% | 7.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 451 | 58 | 64% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 53 | 58% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 288 | 36 | 40% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 137 | 18 | 20% | 7.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 60 | 9 | 10% | 6.7 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Oct 2020 – Aug 2025)
5
Inspections
34
Total Citations
3
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
6.8
Citations/Inspection
Aug 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Infection Control
8
24% of total
Quality of Life & Care
6
18% of total
Pharmacy Services
4
12% of total
Resident Rights
3
9% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
2
6% of total
Administration
1
3% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
31
Complaint Investigations
8
State Comparison (NJ)
Citations
34
New Jersey average: 20.9
Critical Citations
3
New Jersey average: 0.7
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 08, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Aug 08, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0573 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | E | Abuse/Neglect | F0607 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | E | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | D | Infection Control | F0883 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | E | Infection Control | F0887 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | D | Nursing Services | F0725 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | D | Pharmacy | F0759 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | E | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | E | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | E | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2024 | E | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| Feb 15, 2024 | E | Resident Rights | F0623 | Corrected |
| Jan 13, 2023 | L | Administration | F0835 | Corrected |
| Jan 13, 2023 | L | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Jan 13, 2023 | D | Infection Control | F0881 | Corrected |
| Jan 13, 2023 | D | Infection Control | F0885 | Corrected |
| Jan 13, 2023 | L | Infection Control | F0886 | Corrected |
| Jan 13, 2023 | F | Nursing Services | F0730 | Corrected |
| Jan 13, 2023 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Jan 13, 2023 | E | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| Jan 13, 2023 | F | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Jan 13, 2023 | E | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Jan 13, 2023 | E | Quality of Care | F0688 | Corrected |
| Jan 13, 2023 | E | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Jan 13, 2023 | E | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Oct 14, 2020 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Oct 14, 2020 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Oct 14, 2020 | D | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| Oct 14, 2020 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: Genesis
Resident Census by Payment Source
75
Total Residents
Medicare
22
(29.3%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
45
(60%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
8
(10.7%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Member Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Family Council
ⓘ
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
7.6
Score
11% worse than avg
New Jersey avg: 6.8
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
12.5
Score
Near average
New Jersey avg: 12.4
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
11.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
4.6%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.0%
Depressive Symptoms
10.6%
Falls with Major Injury
1.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
89.5%
Antipsychotic Use
8.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
9.5%
Influenza Vaccine
75.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
10.6%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
16.3%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
51.1%
35% worse than avg
New Jersey: 78.9%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
1.1%
6% better than avg
New Jersey: 1.2%
Influenza Vaccine
56.5%
29% worse than avg
New Jersey: 80.1%
Penalties & Fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total Fines
$228K
New Jersey avg: $77K
196% worse than avg
Number of Fines
1
New Jersey avg: 2.0
Compared to New Jersey Average
Facility: $228K |
New Jersey Avg: $77K
Penalty History
Showing all 1 penalties (Jan 2023 - Jan 2023)
Jan 13, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$228K
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Accelerate Skilled Nursing And Rehab Piscataway based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
39.0%
↓ 19.4pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$6,179,716
↓ ~$1.4M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6,133,453
↓ ~$774K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-50.8%
↓ 16.1pp vs 2022
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Managed Long Term Services and Supports
NJ Medicaid MLTSS
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: High urban demand; managed care model.
- Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), assisted living, respite (240 hours/year), medical services.
JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)
NJ JACC
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.
- Income Limits: ~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $40,000 (individual).
- NJ Specifics: Higher asset limit; limited funding.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Copays $5 (generic), $7 (brand); covers Part D premiums up to benchmark.
- Services: Prescription cost reduction ($500-$1,000/year savings), premium assistance ($20/month above benchmark).
Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program
New Jersey Senior Gold
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Copays $15 + 50% of remaining cost; no premium assistance.
- Services: Prescription cost reduction (~$300-$800/year savings).
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
New Jersey Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)
New Jersey Senior Freeze
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$150,000/year (combined household, projected).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; home ownership required.
- NJ Specifics: Combines with ANCHOR/Stay NJ via PAS-1; annual application.
- Services: Tax reimbursement (~$500-$2,000/year) for increases since base year.
ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)
New Jersey ANCHOR
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- NJ Specifics: Combines with Senior Freeze/Stay NJ; broader than prior Homestead program.
- Services: Tax relief (~$700-$1,500/year homeowners, ~$250-$450 renters).
Stay NJ
New Jersey Stay NJ
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, 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 Specifics: Up to 50% tax credit (max $6,500); phased implementation.
- Services: Tax credit (~$3,000-$6,500/year, projected) starting 2026.
Universal Service Fund (USF)
New Jersey Universal Service Fund
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.
- NJ Specifics: Must owe >$25 on bill; combines with LIHEAP if eligible.
- Services: Bill credits (~$300-$1,500/year) to cap energy costs at 6% of income.
Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
New Jersey LIHEAP
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, NJ resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.
- NJ Specifics: Covers oil, gas, electric; emergency aid available.
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency fuel ($450 max).
NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)
New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program
- 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 Specifics: 21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.
- Services: 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
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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NJ Medicaid MLTSS
Managed Long Term Services and Supports
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:High urban demand; managed care model.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), assisted living, respite (240 hours/year), medical services.
NJ JACC
JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.
- Income Limits:~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits:$40,000 (individual).
- NJ Specifics:Higher asset limit; limited funding.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), home modifications (~$1,000 avg.).
New Jersey PAAD
Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Copays $5 (generic), $7 (brand); covers Part D premiums up to benchmark.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Prescription cost reduction ($500-$1,000/year savings), premium assistance ($20/month above benchmark).
New Jersey Senior Gold
Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Copays $15 + 50% of remaining cost; no premium assistance.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Prescription cost reduction (~$300-$800/year savings).
New Jersey Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
New Jersey Senior Freeze
Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.
- Income Limits (2025):~$150,000/year (combined household, projected).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; home ownership required.
- NJ Specifics:Combines with ANCHOR/Stay NJ via PAS-1; annual application.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Tax reimbursement (~$500-$2,000/year) for increases since base year.
New Jersey ANCHOR
ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
- Income Limits (2025):~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- NJ Specifics:Combines with Senior Freeze/Stay NJ; broader than prior Homestead program.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Tax relief (~$700-$1,500/year homeowners, ~$250-$450 renters).
New Jersey Stay NJ
Stay NJ
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year, 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 Specifics:Up to 50% tax credit (max $6,500); phased implementation.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Tax credit (~$3,000-$6,500/year, projected) starting 2026.
New Jersey Universal Service Fund
Universal Service Fund (USF)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ prioritized, NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; income-focused.
- NJ Specifics:Must owe >$25 on bill; combines with LIHEAP if eligible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Bill credits (~$300-$1,500/year) to cap energy costs at 6% of income.
New Jersey LIHEAP
Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ prioritized, NJ resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025):~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; income-focused.
- NJ Specifics:Covers oil, gas, electric; emergency aid available.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency fuel ($450 max).
New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program
NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
New Jersey VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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