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Daughters of Miriam Center

Daughters of Miriam Center is an Independent Living Home in New Jersey

Daughters of Miriam Center is an Independent Living Home in New Jersey

Daughters of Miriam Center

Daughters of Miriam Center

Daughters of Miriam Center is an Independent Living Home in New Jersey

Daughters of Miriam Center is an Independent Living Home in New Jersey

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Overview of Daughters of Miriam Center

Daughters of Miriam Center (DMC) located in the suburban town of Clifton, New Jersey, is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit facility. Accessible from the Garden State Parkway, DMC is committed to offering a range of services for the aged, infirm, and handicapped individuals. Since 1968, the center has maintained a steadfast commitment to high-quality housing solutions for the elderly. The Esther and Sam Schwartz Building, also known as the Miriam Apartments, constructed with assistance from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), serves those of 62 years and over or those with mobility impairments, regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, or disability.
The center offers independent living with supportive services through the Esther and Sam Schwartz Building also known as the Miriam Apartments. These independent living homes provide tenants the perk of autonomous living within an apartment setting, along with the safety and companionship of community living. A legacy of over half a century in senior care enables Daughters of Miriam Center to offer a life of independence accompanied by dignity.

973-253-5210
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What families are saying

Quality of care and staff professionalism

Staff attentiveness and engagement are inconsistent. While some reviewers praised the attentiveness and professionalism of the staff, highlighting positive experiences with nurses and CNAs, others criticized the lack of attentiveness, emotional support, and engagement for residents, indicating a disparity in the level of care provided.

Care & staff

Activities, programs, and daily engagement

The facility lacks sufficient activities and emotional support for residents. Several reviews pointed out a need for more activities, engagement, and emotional support for residents, suggesting that the facility could benefit from implementing programs similar to those found in adult day care centers to enhance the quality of life for its residents.

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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for New Jersey Seniors

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).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for New Jersey Seniors

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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