In-Home Care for Veterans in The College of New Jersey, NJ
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Veterans’ Home Care in The College of New Jersey, NJ: the local picture
About 0 The College of New Jersey residents aged 65 or older are veterans (— of that age group; 8.4% in Mercer County), out of 7 veterans of all adult ages in town.
The College of New Jersey compared with Mercer County and New Jersey
| Census figure | The College of New Jersey | Mercer County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65 or older | 0.0% | 16% | 17% |
Older residents in towns around The College of New Jersey
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Veterans (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrenceville, NJ | 3.1 mi | 898 | 2.9% |
| Trenton, NJ | 3.2 mi | 10,831 | 8.2% |
| Yardley, PA | 3.8 mi | 494 | 15% |
| Pennington, NJ | 3.9 mi | 649 | 7.7% |
| Morrisville, PA | 4.2 mi | 1,507 | 16% |
| Mercerville, NJ | 5.0 mi | 2,871 | 17% |
Hospitals near The College of New Jersey
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Health Regional Medical Center | Trenton, NJ | 1.4 mi | 2 of 5 | (609) 394-6000 |
| Capital Health Medical Center - Hopewell | Pennington, NJ | 4.6 mi | 2 of 5 | (609) 303-4000 |
| Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital At Hamilton | Hamilton, NJ | 6.8 mi | 4 of 5 | (609) 586-7900 |
Straight-line miles from the center of The College of New Jersey. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a caregiver for a veteran can help with
- Company and help around the house
- Personal care: bathing, dressing, toileting
- Rides to VA and other appointments
- Meals and medication reminders
What veterans’ home care costs in The College of New Jersey
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a caregiver for a veteran
The VA’s Homemaker and Home Health Aide program sends a trained aide, supervised by a registered nurse, to help eligible veterans with daily activities at home. The Aid and Attendance benefit adds monthly payments to a VA pension for veterans who need help with daily activities. The VA Caregiver Support Line is 1-855-260-3274.
Questions worth asking: Have you cared for veterans before? Can you drive to the VA medical center or clinic? Are you comfortable with the paperwork VA programs need? More in our veterans’ home care guide.
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Veterans’ Home Care in The College of New Jersey: common questions
How much does veterans’ home care cost in The College of New Jersey?
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Does the VA pay for in-home care?
For eligible veterans, VA programs such as Homemaker and Home Health Aide care can provide help at home, and Aid and Attendance can add to a VA pension. Ask the VA about eligibility; the Caregiver Support Line is 1-855-260-3274 (caregiver.va.gov).
More senior care near The College of New Jersey
Veterans’ Home Care in nearby cities
- Veterans’ Home Care in Lawrenceville, NJ
- Veterans’ Home Care in Trenton, NJ
- Veterans’ Home Care in Yardley, PA
- Veterans’ Home Care in Pennington, NJ
- Veterans’ Home Care in Morrisville, PA
- Veterans’ Home Care in Mercerville, NJ
- Veterans’ Home Care in White Horse, NJ
- Veterans’ Home Care in Hamilton Square, NJ
- Veterans’ Home Care in Fairless Hills, PA
- Veterans’ Home Care in Woodbourne, PA
- Veterans’ Home Care in Yardville, NJ
- Veterans’ Home Care in Robbinsville Center, NJ
- Veterans’ Home Care in Princeton, NJ
- Veterans’ Home Care in Levittown, PA
- Veterans’ Home Care in Bordentown, NJ
- Veterans’ Home Care in Newtown Grant, PA
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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