Care Connect

Free memory care and assisted living advocacy in PA & NJ. We don’t use call centers or algorithms to place the seniors we serve. We truly care.

We meet each senior in-person, listen, and using our local expertise, we ensure that we find the right match.

10/23/2025

Does Medicaid Pay for Assisted Living in NJ and PA?

A lot of people think Medicaid covers all assisted living costs, but that is not always true. Here is what you need to know if your loved one lives in New Jersey or Pennsylvania:

✔ New Jersey (NJ): Medicaid CAN help pay for assisted living, but it depends on the situation. The Managed Long Term Services and Supports (MLTSS) program may cover some costs, but not everyone qualifies. Income, assets, and medical needs all play a role (as well as bed availability).

✔ Pennsylvania (PA): Medicaid does NOT pay for assisted living.

If you are unsure what options are available, we can help. Let’s figure out the best plan for your loved one together. 💙

10/16/2025

The best assisted living communities don’t have empty rooms sitting around waiting this time of the year.

They built waitlists. The families who planned ahead get the best options. The ones who waited get what’s left.

If you want the best for your loved one, don’t wait until you have no choice.

10/13/2025

Most families wait too long because they keep thinking, “Not yet.”

Then one day, something happens - a fall, a hospitalization, a scare.

Suddenly, they don’t have a choice anymore.

Senior care isn’t about waiting until it’s urgent. It’s about making the decision while there are still options.

10/11/2025

What are activities of daily living?

10/08/2025

What's the difference between home care and home health?

Home health care is when nurses or therapists come to your house to help with medical needs, like after surgery or an illness. Home care is non-medical help, like cooking, cleaning, and bathing, to make daily life easier.

10/07/2025

Why call the rest, when you can call the best?

484.375.8761

10/03/2025

Not all facilities are equal. Before you sign anything, look for these warning signs:

🚩 Staff seem rushed or can’t answer basic questions.
🚩 Pricing is unclear or keeps changing.
🚩 The community smells strongly of chemicals or urine.
🚩 Residents look lonely or disengaged.

If something feels off, trust your gut.

09/30/2025

Big placement websites sell your info to dozens of facilities. Suddenly, your phone won’t stop ringing with sales calls.

We don’t do that.

We actually tour the communities we recommend, with families in-person.

Care Connect is there for the entire process.

09/28/2025

A huge THANK YOU to Care Connect for sponsoring the photo booth at our “Dancing Through the Decades” event! 🕺💃

From unforgettable smiles to striking poses, our seniors will be able to enjoy making memories and capturing the joy of the night! Your support helps us celebrate community, joy, and togetherness in such a meaningful way.

We can’t wait to see everyone on October 9, 2025, at The Club at Twin Lakes!
For more details, visit https://lehighvalleyaginginplace.org/dance-sponsorship/

09/27/2025

⏳ The Best Time to Start Planning Senior Care? Before It's Needed

Most families wait until they have no choice - a fall, a hospitalization, or a sudden decline forces a rushed decision. That’s when options are limited, prices are higher, and stress is through the roof.

Planning ahead gives you more choices, better care, and way less panic.

If you’ve been thinking about it, now’s the time.

09/24/2025

💰 The #1 Mistake Families Make When Paying for Assisted Living

Thinking Medicaid will help.

In PA, Medicaid won’t help at all. In NJ, it CAN - but only if you qualify AND find a community that accepts it AND they have an open "Medicaid Bed".

Most assisted living is private pay. If you’re counting on Medicaid, you might be in for a surprise.

Let’s talk about real options before it’s too late.

09/21/2025

Alzheimer’s is not just about memory loss. It changes how the brain stores and finds information, like a filing cabinet with drawers that start to jam or mix up papers. At first, recent memories get lost in the wrong folders, making it hard to remember what happened yesterday while older memories stay easier to find. Over time, even those older files can become harder to reach, making simple daily tasks confusing or frustrating. It's not forgetfulness, it is a brain disease that affects how a person sees and interacts with the world.

How to Help a Loved One with Alzheimer’s:
✔ Meet Them Where They Are – If they believe it is 1960, go with it. Correcting them can cause stress.
✔ Focus on Feelings, Not Facts – They may forget your words, but they will remember how you made them feel.
✔ Use Simple Choices – Instead of "What do you want to eat?" try "Do you want a sandwich or soup?"
✔ Create a Safe Space – Reduce clutter, add labels, and keep a routine to lower stress.

Alzheimer’s can be overwhelming, but small changes can help families connect in new ways. With patience, love, and the right support, meaningful moments are still possible. 💜

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100 Coventry Drive
Phillipsburg, NJ
08865

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+19084844307

Website

http://CareConnectSeniorLiving.com/

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