New Jersey Elder Care Subsidies & Grants (2026)
New Jersey offers 2 major home care waiver programs for eligible residents. An estimated $147 million in elder care benefits goes unclaimed in New Jersey each year.
New Jersey Elder Care Programs (2026)
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New Jersey Medicaid Waiver Programs
New Jersey's Medicaid program is administered by the New Jersey Division of Medical Assistance & Health Services. Contact them at (609) 631-2392 to begin the application process.
- Global Options for Long Term Care Waiver
- Personal Preference Program
Income limits for New Jersey Medicaid in 2026: $2,742/month for an individual and $5,484/month for a couple. Asset limits and other requirements vary by program.
Browse by Subsidy Type in New Jersey
Medicaid HCBS Waiver
Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers allow Medicaid to pay for home care, personal assis...
VA Aid & Attendance
The VA Aid & Attendance benefit is a tax-free pension enhancement for eligible veterans and survivin...
State Home Care Subsidy
State home care subsidy programs provide direct financial assistance to pay for in-home personal car...
Respite Care Grant
Respite care grants provide temporary relief to unpaid family caregivers by funding substitute care ...
Caregiver Support Program
Caregiver support programs provide training, counseling, financial assistance, and community connect...
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