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Clifton Assisted Living at a Glance
Patriot Angels Assisted Living Partners in Clifton
The community below is a Patriot Angels partner in Clifton, ready to work with veterans and surviving spouses on VA benefits.
What Assisted Living Costs in Clifton
No separate Clifton figure is published, so the best benchmark is the New Jersey median of $8,710 a month (CareScout 2025), $2,510 above the U.S. median of $6,200. Ask each Clifton community for its base rate and care-level pricing in writing; VA asks for that rate sheet too.
| Benchmark | Per month | Left after up to $3,845 |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey assisted living median | $8,710 | $4,865 |
| U.S. assisted living median | $6,200 | $2,355 |
| New Jersey in-home care | $7,245 | $3,400 |
Check Aid & Attendance Eligibility in Clifton
Assisted living is paid care, which is what Aid & Attendance is for. A Clifton veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (844) 757-3047
Clifton Veterans and Their Families
About 2,439 veterans live in Clifton, and 1,633 of them are 65 or older. Across Passaic County, there are 10,616 veterans, 6,455 of them 65 or older. Figures come from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
Tips for Comparing Clifton Communities
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Medical appointments
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Assisted Living in Cities Near Clifton
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Clifton Assisted Living Questions
Can a Clifton veteran use Aid & Attendance for assisted living?
Yes. A qualifying wartime veteran or surviving spouse in Clifton who needs help with daily activities can receive up to $3,845 a month toward the community’s bill.
What does assisted living cost in Clifton?
No Clifton-only figure is published. The New Jersey median is $8,710 a month (CareScout 2025).
How many assisted living partners are in Clifton?
Just one, in Clifton, plus 39 across New Jersey.
Does a Clifton community have to accept VA benefits?
No. Aid & Attendance is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, so it can go toward the bill at any private Clifton community.
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Related Patriot Angels guides
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GuideHow to Pay for Assisted LivingComing soonLooking beyond Clifton? See Assisted Living in New Jersey or the national guide.