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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights is a Nursing Home in New Jersey

Autumn Lake Healthcare at… is a Nursing Home in New Jersey

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights Sign of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights A cozy resident room featuring a hospital bed, chair, and natural light. Spacious accessible bathroom with grab bars and modern fixtures. Wooden dining table with flower arrangement in a cozy room with bookshelves Bright dining room with purple tables and floral centerpieces Outdoor seating area with gazebo and flowers

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights

35 Cottage St, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922 View Map

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights is a Nursing Home in New Jersey

Autumn Lake Healthcare at… is a Nursing Home in New Jersey

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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights is an independent healthcare center situated in the scenic township of Berkeley Heights. As an award-winning and state-of-the-art nursing center, this skilled nursing community offers rehabilitation and long-term care services with 24/7 skilled nursing for various complex medical conditions.

Their commitment to providing top-notch care is reflected in their acceptance of Medicare, Medicaid, most insurances, and private pay. Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights takes pride in serving the community with heart and a dedication to excellence in healthcare.

 

Autumn Lake  Healthcare at Berkeley Heights is an independently owned and operated healthcare center that is licensed to use the Autumn Lake Healthcare name and receive non-healthcare related services. All healthcare-related services are provided solely by Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights.

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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.83/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 130

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the New Jersey average
Occupancy rate 68.3%
Residents per day (avg) 105
Occupancy rate
68.3%
Residents per day (avg)
105

Who this home usually serves

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TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care
How we assess these insights Show admissions and discharges

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

52% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

37% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

11% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$12.5M
Loss
-$1.2M
Proprietary home Corporation
Home revenue
$12,548,335.00
Loss
$-1,159,509.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.3M
41.9% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.4M
Total costs $13.7M

This home is administrated by SHIMON SITZER.

This home is owned by Bheights Associates LLC

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 315195

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Bed community size
130-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 50 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Status
Active
Facility Type
Long Term Care Facility
License Expiration
May 31, 2026

Additional licensing details

License number: 062016
CMS Certification Number: 315195

Ownership & operating entity

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights is legally operated by BHEIGHTS ASSOCIATES, LLC, and administrated by SHIMON SITZER.

Type Of Units

Long Term Care
130 units
Total beds
130 units
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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.

9 visits/inspections

1 complaint inspections

8 routine inspections

New Jersey average: 7 visits/inspections

New Jersey average: 2 inspections

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Routine Scope And Severity F – Moderate Concern

On a scale from A (least severe) to L (most severe).

29 deficiencies identified during routine visits

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

New Jersey average: 18 deficiencies

Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.
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AL

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Type of care: SNF AL MC
Community: Berkeley Heights
Bed Count: 300
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: ROSENBERG, AVRAHAM
CCN: 315009
Occupancy: 90.1%
Home Revenue: $31,320,809.00
Payroll Costs: $14,648,226.00
Payroll %: 46.8%
Avg Residents/Day: 245.60
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Health Insp Rating: 3/5
Staffing Rating: 4/5
QM Rating: 5/5
Number of Fines: 1
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights Autumn Lake Healthcare at Berkeley Heights
Type of care: SNF AL
Community: Berkeley Heights
Bed Count: 130
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: BHEIGHTS ASSOCIATES LLC
CCN: 315195
Occupancy: 68.3%
Home Revenue: $12,537,712.00
Payroll Costs: $5,259,918.00
Payroll %: 42%
Avg Residents/Day: 104.60
Overall Rating: 2/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 3.8297
Health Insp Rating: 1/5
Staffing Rating: 2/5
QM Rating: 5/5
Number of Fines: 1
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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

292
Total Staff
78
Employees
214
Contractors
40,311
Total Hours (Quarter)
55
Avg Staff/Day
8.1
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role ⓘCount ⓘAvg Shift (hrs) ⓘUses Contractors? ⓘ
Registered Nurse106.7 No
Licensed Practical Nurse788.2 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant1808.3 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
270 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
8 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
5hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
32.2%
of total hours from contractors
12,972 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 146 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Licensed Practical Nurse: 58 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2
Role ⓘEmployees ⓘContractors ⓘTotal Staff ⓘTotal Hours ⓘDays Worked ⓘ% of Days ⓘAvg Shift (hrs) ⓘ
Certified Nursing Assistant3414618021,55191100%8.3
Licensed Practical Nurse2058788,85291100%8.2
Registered Nurse100102,11491100%6.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist4041,1376875%8
Dietitian2029557481%8.1
Other Dietary Services Staff2029177886%8.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician0339157886%6.3
RN Director of Nursing2027295560%7.8
Physical Therapy Assistant0225246470%7.5
Physical Therapy Aide0114856369%7.7
Speech Language Pathologist0224796571%5.8
Administrator1014675965%7.9
Mental Health Service Worker1014135560%7.5
Nurse Practitioner1013904954%7.9
Qualified Social Worker0222114145%5
Dental Services Staff1011752224%7.9
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Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Sep 2020 – Feb 2025)

4
Inspections
22
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
1
Serious (G-I)
5.5
Citations/Inspection
Feb 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
0
Moderate (D-F)
21
Serious (G-I)
1
Critical (J-L)
0
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
5
23% of total
Infection Control
4
18% of total
Pharmacy Services
3
14% of total
Resident Rights
1
5% of total
Administration
1
5% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
5% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 21
Complaint Investigations 4
Infection Control 1
State Comparison (NJ)
Citations
22
New Jersey average: 20.9
Critical Citations
0
New Jersey average: 0.7
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Feb 10, 2025 D Infection ControlF0883 Corrected
Jul 19, 2024 F Abuse/NeglectF0610 Corrected
Jul 19, 2024 F AdministrationF0865 Corrected
Jul 19, 2024 F Infection ControlF0882 Corrected
Jul 19, 2024 F Nursing ServicesF0728 Corrected
Jul 19, 2024 D Nursing ServicesF0732 Corrected
Jul 19, 2024 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Jul 19, 2024 D PharmacyF0755 Corrected
Jul 19, 2024 D PharmacyF0761 Corrected
Jul 19, 2024 F Quality of CareF0677 Corrected
Jul 19, 2024 F Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Jul 19, 2024 E Quality of CareF0688 Corrected
Jul 19, 2024 D Quality of CareF0695 Corrected
Jul 19, 2024 E Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Jul 19, 2024 G Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D PharmacyF0761 Corrected
Nov 15, 2022 D Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
Sep 23, 2020 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Sep 23, 2020 E NutritionF0812 Corrected
Sep 23, 2020 D Quality of CareF0697 Corrected
Sep 23, 2020 D Resident RightsF0578 Corrected

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
97 Total Residents
Medicare 11 (11.3%) ⓘ
Medicaid 61 (62.9%) ⓘ
Private Pay/Other 25 (25.8%) ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group ⓘ
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source. Specialized beds indicate capacity for specific care needs.

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
4.6 Score
32% better 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
9.6 Score
23% better than avg 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
9.8%
Near average New Jersey: 10.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
2.2%
54% better than avg New Jersey: 4.6%
Urinary Tract Infection
0.0%
100% better than avg New Jersey: 1.0%
Depressive Symptoms
2.8%
75% better than avg New Jersey: 11.3%
Falls with Major Injury
1.3%
47% better than avg New Jersey: 2.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
8% better than avg New Jersey: 93.0%
Antipsychotic Use
13.9%
26% worse than avg New Jersey: 11.1%
Walking Ability Worsened
4.9%
56% better than avg New Jersey: 11.0%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
Near average New Jersey: 97.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
5.0%
17% better than avg New Jersey: 6.1%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
14.0%
12% better than avg New Jersey: 16.0%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0% 27% better than avg New Jersey: 78.9%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.4% 63% better than avg New Jersey: 1.2%
Influenza Vaccine
99.5% 24% better than avg New Jersey: 80.1%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality. Measures marked with are positive indicators where higher is better (e.g., vaccination rates).

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 $103K New Jersey avg: $77K 33% worse than avg
Number of Fines 1 New Jersey avg: 2.0
Compared to New Jersey Average Facility: $103K | New Jersey Avg: $77K
Penalty History

Showing all 1 penalties (Jul 2024 - Jul 2024)

Jul 19, 2024 Civil Money Penalty
$103K

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations. Civil money penalties (fines) are monetary sanctions. Payment denials prevent the facility from receiving Medicare/Medicaid payment for new admissions during the denial period.

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Managed Long Term Services and Supports
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 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
  • 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)
  • 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
  • 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)
  • 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.
Official Program Page
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.).
Official Program Page
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).
Official Program Page
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).
Official Program Page
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%).
Official Program Page
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.
Official Program Page
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).
Official Program Page
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.
Official Program Page
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.
Official Program Page
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).
Official Program Page
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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