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Given the choice, most of us want to stay in our homes. Sometimes, people need help to remain at home. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.

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“Best in Care helped our family during a very difficult time. Mom had a broken neck and needed 24/7 care which my sister and I struggled to provide. We turned to Best in Care for a day time aid so that we could go home and sleep (Mom was up all night). My mom had always been resistant to anyone in the home, and I was worried she would be a problem. Much to my surprise and relief, she very quickly bonded with Ade. Ade was a great help to Mom and us. When my mom, shortly after, received a terminal cancer diagnosis, Ade continued to support my mom and the family with her compassionate presence and care. Greg and Robin worked closely with me to find a carer and then to be flexible with our needs and hours in my Mom's final days. I'm grateful to have found Best in Care at such a challenging and emotional time.”

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“My mother needed help after a fall in her home and my friend referred me to Always Best Care. They walked me through the process and were very helpful in determining what level of care my mom needed. Her healthcare aide was wonderful and very caring and I was keep informed of my mothers progress. I would highly recommend Always Best Care.”

Alison S.
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“Greg, Robin, and Clara have been such a gift to our family We are so grateful and highly recommend!”

Helen F.
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“Greg and all of his staff always go above and beyond to provide my mother with professional, compassionate, individualized care and companionship.”

Anastasia F.
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“We have been caring for my mom since my dad died. She is pretty great for her age. Managing now trading between sisters and myself. Now comes an event all have to attend and she can not. I explored all options and decided to use best care of Basking Ridge. I work in healthcare for 42 years. I was extremely impressed by their care and the whole procedure of this time. Coming to explain coverage, with forms and info. Introducing the covering aide, making sure mom comfortable(me too). Accessible to any/all questions. The event was a wedding which we were do a live stream. The aide was the one(brother in law and other sister there), who finally got the connection so my mom can watch the wedding! So grateful for this service. Recommend to anyone to use this service.”

6daughters
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“We are currently receiving services from Always Best Care. We are beyond pleased with the effective and responsive plan set up by both Robin and Greg. Greg has provided custom care to get me from my home to the doctor and Robin has been helping with personal and home service. We could not have asked for a better team and they have gone above and beyond all our expectations. We highly recommend Always Best Care”

Carol H.
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“Always Best Care of Basking Ridge has been providing care for our mom for a couple years and have been very happy with care provided. The aides that come truly care about who they are helping. I also like how the firm sends in a nurse on occasions to provide an extra level of support for our mom. Would definitely recommend them to someone in need of aides in your home to help with a loved one.”

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“My son was getting married and we needed someone to help with my mom during the wedding and reception. We found Always Best Care of Basking Ridge and were very happy with the professional care that she received. Having someone to be there with my mom allowed everyone to enjoy the special occasion without any worries. My mom has commented to me about the wonderful lady who was with her at the wedding. We all have wonderful memories that will last forever thanks to Always Best Care.”

Beth Z.
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“My family needed help with my Mom for a family wedding. She lives in assisted living nearby. The wedding was not close by, and an evening event. It was not a typical ask of Always Best Care. We needed someone to (in car service we provided) pick up my Mom, travel with her, engage her (even though they had never met), assist her as needed, attend the wedding AND travel back home. Greg and Robin asked all the questions to make sure Mom would enjoy the experience as a grandmother should at her grandaughter's wedding. Needless to say, the evening was perfect. Although she can't remember most of the event, we have the memories and pictures of a wonderful night, thanks to Always Best Care. We have two more weddings coming up and will certainly be calling Robin and Greg again.”

Beth D.
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“Always Best Care of Basking Ridge (ABCBR) has been an excellent provider of companion services for my wife. Having worked with other providers, I believe ABCBR is unique in how they provide service. Things we liked best include their local focus, the highest quality of caregivers and superb communication. We always knew ABCBR cared deeply about the quality and performance of their business and their people.”

dan K.
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“Gregg was a pleasure to work with. His caring manner, as well as, understanding the type of care my mom needed was spot on. The assigned caregiver was awesome! I wish I started with them sooner.”

Kara-Leigh K.
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“When I injured my ankle, ABC at Bernardsville, NJ provided one month services to help me go through the most difficult time. Services included transportation to the doctor's office and supermarkets. He provided protection when I walked up and down stairs with crutches. He has provided valuable safety advices.”

Ruchu H.
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“Greg and Robin LaVersa truly work hard to make sure they provide exceptional service! Their aides have worked well with my mother, who has had difficulty in the past with aides from other companies. When a scheduling conflict arose, Robin herself went to my mother's house and helped out. Because they care not only for their clients but for their aides as well, the care is given in the best way possible. ABC Basking Ridge has been providing overnight care for my mother, but when a sudden loss of her daytime care (from another company) occurred, Greg and Robin worked tirelessly to help me find immediate coverage and then continuing day care. I don't know what I would have done without their assistance. It is a pleasure to deal with Greg on the phone (he is my contact person). He is always available, concerned and honest. I cannot recommend this company highly enough.”

Kathy B.
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“Greg and his wife, Robin, have been providing care for my mother. All of the aides that have worked with my mother have always arrived on time and have been wonderful. Greg and Robin have gone out of their way to always provide care and help me with any questions and figuring out how best to meet my mother's needs. They are warm and go above and beyond to be sure that my mother is happy and that all of her care is provided for. Because I do not live near my mother, I needed a service that I could rely on all of the time. I have found this with their services. I absolutely recommend using their services. You will not be disappointed.”

Susan B.
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“Always Best Care of Basking Ridge proved to be most helpful to our family and family member who needed the care. They were easy to work with to arrange the right individual to assist in our situation. The member of their team was terrific.”

Jim G.
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“My husband had a series of illnesses and needed much attention during the night, which meant I didn't sleep. Caring for him during the day was exhausting and I was becoming irritable. Always Best Care arranged for 2 staff members who shared 6 12 hour night shifts. They were reliable, professional and caring. Greg checked in frequently to make sure all was well. It was a life-saver for me. I would recommend this agency without hesitation.”

MAureen C.
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“Always Best Care owners Greg and Robin have enabled me to give the best in home care possible to my significant other.Caregiving after sudden life altering injury creates not just one person with a progressive need for care, but also a caregiver with great ongoing needs for support. Respite care particularly, becomes a lifesaver when the caregiver needs time off. Greg and Robin stepped in and provided companionship and a high level of service that was, and still is, a great source of peace of mind for both of us. They are professional, very responsive, and committed to their client. I highly recommend them, and would want this level of care for any loved one.”

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“Greg, Robin and the staff at Always Best Care of Basking Ridge have been great. We reached out to them while looking for night care for our mother, My mother has had a great relationship with all of the aids that have worked with her as well as with Greg and Robin, the owners of this Best Care. Greg is always available when a question arose or we needed help with any aspect of caring for my mother who has a lot of needs. Greg and Robin have gone out of their way to be there and do everything possible and more to help us. And they continue to help us as my mother's needs change. I would high recommend using Greg and Robin. I highly doubt that you can find a more committed and warm couple to help you with caring for the elderly.”

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“The service and care that Greg and Robin provide is outstanding! They really listened to our needs and matched an aid that we would feel comfortable with! Also Greg and Robin truly care about their clients and go above and beyond with follow up calls and expertise advice! I highly recommend Always Best Care! Thanks Greg and Robin!”

Caroline S.
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“Robin and Greg are hands down the best employers anyone can ever wish for, they pay attention to what you need as a caregiver in order to carry out your duties effectively. They are open to work with you and are constantly training you to become the best version of yourself as a caregiver . I have no regrets working with this agency and I hope it continues this way.”

Nnena N.
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“Our experience with Greg & Robin was top notch. They were professional, very knowledgeable and courteous and they made us feel like dear friends. My mother needed a short-term aide and we decided on a live-in for two weeks. My mother enjoyed her new friend and raved about the wonderful care she was receiving. Different family members witnessed the aide’s genuine caring and concern for our mother. I highly recommend Always Best Care of Basking Ridge.”

Sue L.
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“All positive experience with Robin and Greg . They truly are like family. All the aides they have given us are very caring women.”

badknee08
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“Our aunt needed care but all of us are out of state. We called Greg and Robin and they took care of everything that needed to happen. Even when things went sideways they were right on top of it whether minor or emergecy. So caring and committed to her well being. Could not do it without you..Kudos to all and thanks Victoria”

Ruthann H.
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“Always Best Care provided aides who would come to my mother-in-law's apartment in an independent living setting and help her with meals, organization and shopping, 3-5 times per week for 4 hours per day. Robin and Greg, who run the agency, made sure staff arrived on time and frequently checked in to provide us with information about my mother-in-law or seeking feedback about their staffing. The caregivers were great! They provided the nutritional, emotional and social support that my mother-in-law desperately needed. Always Best Care was always very responsive to requests, and Greg and Robin have become like extended family to us. If you are considering hiring aides for a family member, this agency will not disappoint. Just meet with them and you will see the difference between them and other agencies.”

Mike H.
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“A year ago it became clear that my 90 year-old father and 87 year-old mother could no longer remain in their home of 53 years without assistance. They lived in an area where caregivers are very hard to find. After much searching, I found Always Best Care Basking Ridge. While Mom and Dad did not like the idea of having anyone come into their home to care for them, Greg LaVersa was patient and understanding and helped me convince them that they would be well cared for. The caregiver that Always Best Care provided cared for Mom and Dad for a year, always caring and showing compassion. But most of all, she treated Mom and Dad with dignity. The amount of care increased with time, my brother moved in to assist with the care and eventually both of my parents went on home hospice. But throughout it all, Always Best Care Basking Ridge was there caring for Mom and Dad and granting them their wish to die at home. I promised Mom and Dad that they would remain at home until the end and that promise was fulfilled thanks to Greg, Robin and their wonderful caregiver. I would not hesitate a moment to recommend them to anyone in the Somerset Hills area of New Jersey who is looking for home care.”

Jena F.
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“Greg and Robin have been a true gift to me in taking care of my father for the last 2 years. I don’t know where I would be without them and I don’t say that lightly. They have provided top notch service, are amazingly responsive and provided an amazing aide for my father. My father’s aide is always arrives on time and they get along very well. Whenever I need to switch a shift, they answer me immediately. They go above and beyond whenever something is needed. Can’t recommend enough!”

Patty C.
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“Greg and Robin have been a true gift to me in taking care of my father for the last 2 years. I don’t know where I would be without them and I don’t say that lightly. They have provided top notch service, are amazingly responsive and provided an amazing aide for my father. My father’s aide is always arrives on time and they get along very well. Whenever I need to switch a shift, they answer me immediately. They go above and beyond whenever something is needed. Can’t recommend enough!”

C. H.
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“I needed a home health aide to care for my wife while I was at work. What I found was a caring and knowledgeable partner. Greg and Robin not only provided the aide but helped me better understand the progression of the disease; what I needed to make house safer and most importantly, I felt supported emotionally. When the aide called EMS because my wife had fallen, Greg got to the house before I did. When the aide had an emergency and couldn’t show up, Robin came to house. So, I would strongly recommend Always Best Care.”

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“I have been using Always Best Care for over a year to assist me with my mother’s care. My mom has advanced dementia and requires full care as well as individualized one on one assistance with tasks and activities Her caregivers are gentle, patient and caring and I couldn’t be more pleased.”

Michelle T.
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“Thanks for everything! I never feel like I can't call and discuss events or changes with you. You are all very caring and responsive and my mother is happy (or at least accepting) of the help and company of Victoria.”

Kelly B.
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“Our brother a physician is a fully disabled Veteran . We considered ourselves lucky to have found Always Best Care to help us with his care. Simply put .....they are good and honest people. Thank you Greg and Staff. With our sincere gratitude, Dr. John Lampidis and family”

John L.
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“We couldn’t be happier with how Greg and Robin have helped us with our brother’s care. It’s been only a few months that we have been associated with them but it’s been such a huge difference and benefit to my brothers life! Greg is such a caring and thoughtful person and is making sure everything is going right for our brother. We feel really lucky to have found them! They really do go the extra mile! Really Great people!”

Effie M.
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“Although we where only in need of Always Best Care's services for just a short period of time. We where extremely happy and confident in the service providers sent to care for our loved one. The owners, Robin and Greg love what they do and it shows in all that they do. Have confidence that your needs will be completely met by the Care Providers, and the Owners, they all go above and beyond to provide it.”

Wonderful S.
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“The attention to detail by owners Robin and Greg cannot be matched. I made one call to them, and they just handled everything that my father in law needed. The line of communication was consistently open, and our family was informed every step of the way with every detail of their service. They made a 90 year old man happy and that is all that I can ask for!”

Tony C.
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“Greg has been so amazing helping my family, let alone his amazing staff. They don't just meet expectations they go above and beyond. We would have been lost without them.”

Carrie Z.
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“My mother has been a client since Feb 2017. Mother's aide, Alexandra, has become mom's friend, not just her daytime caregiver. Greg and Robin have gone way beyond expectations of their service to assure that mom gets to her appointments on time and that Alexandra has enough instructional support to be able to do her job w/my mother. Knowing that mom is safely cared for during the day while we, her children are at work, has eased our family's worries greatly.”

Janet T.
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“Always Best Care took away most of the stress I was having with the care of my 98 year old mother. They got to know my mother. This meant that they just didn't send someone to watch her, but someone who would understand her likes and dislikes. At 98 she is very set in her ways but they did a great job finding someone who took the time to understand her quirks, but also keep me informed of any changes. I can't thank Greg and Robin enough for being so understanding and for the care they have given to my mother. I highly recommend Always Best Care if you need any assistants in the care of someone you love.”

Jean G.
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“The attention to detail by owners Robin and Greg cannot be matched. I made one call to them, and they just handled everything that my father in law needed. The line of communication was consistently open, and our family was informed every step of the way with every detail of their service. They made a 90 year old man happy and that is all that I can ask for!”

Clang
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“Greg has been so amazing helping my family. Let alone his amazing staff. They don't just meet expectations, they go above and beyond. We would have been lost without them.”

Kathryn B.
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“My mother has been a client since Feb 2017. Mother's aide, Alexandra, has become mom's friend, not just her daytime caregiver. Greg and Robin have gone way beyond expectations of their service to assure that mom gets to her appointments on time and that Alexandra has enough instructional support to be able to do her job w/my mother. Knowing that mom is safely cared for during the day while we, her children are at work, has eased our family's worries greatly.”

Elizabeth
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“I would like to recommend the services of Always Best Care from personal experience through the tremendous care that our Father received during the last few months of his life. Greg and his team understood my Father's needs at a time when the caregivers we employed before Always Best Care were struggling to meet our expectations. Greg and my family had numerous conversations and follow up concerning schedules, specific caregiver personalities comparable with our Father, assistance during rehabilitation, and homebound assistance with our families primary caregiver. We were grateful for the patience the caregivers showed for our Father. Greg's ability to connect with our father was extraordinary. Frequent visits and personal check ins to his home made our care for him that much easier in what can be an overwhelming experience. Frequent long distance conversations kept me in touch with his care, progress of his health, and his personal needs. Greg is a unique businessman in that his connection with his clients is personal. Greg shared with us the progress of a close personal relative that was going through the same medical challenges as our Father. This foresite gave us a perspective into our eventual preparations and transitional stages that helped us cope a bit better till the end of Dad's life. Greg's upbeat personality was encouraging to my Father. He had many conversations about Baseball.my Dad's favorite pastime. Greg and his team attended our Dad's funeral which we thought was a kind gesture to our family. There were challenges along the way since this was a unique situation for all of us. Greg's team as well as his wife were very involved from the beginning. I hope this gives sheds some light on the culture of this small business.”

Mike H.
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“Very caring, reliable and Greg is there to address your every concern.”

Mallory C.
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“I have known Robin LaVersa my whole life and Greg LaVersa for over 20 years. As individuals they are amazingly kind hearted and dedicated family people. Together their integrity and loyalty is overwhelming. I would trust them with the care of any family member as I have seen them take care of others in their lives without hesitation or complaint. To say you are in good hands with them is an understatement.”

Lenore P.
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“Nikki does so much more than what is checked off. She talks to dad and gets him interested and responsive.”

Juan N.
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“Robin and Greg are incredibly warm and engaging individuals. They clearly are in this business because they truly care about people. I've seen them both work with the elderly eliciting smiles and laughs and, more importantly, trust. Robin manages the office. She is very organized and never misses a beat. If she has committed to something, it is as good as done. I highly recommend their business because I recommend them as individuals. You and your loved one will be in good hands!”

Jody T.
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“Robin and Greg LaVersa of Always Best Care go above and beyond our expectations for our family. The home health aides they have provided have been wonderful. The care and assistance that they provide for your family member give you peace of mind as you go about your day. The caregivers that we have had treat my mother as they would their own mother or grandmother. Would highly recommend their services.”

Donna C.
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“I have been very impressed by the attention this Always Best Care office pays to ensuring their clients receive the best possible care. They are very selective with the caregivers they hire. They do a very thorough job of monitoring their cases to ensure that the needs of the client are being met. If your family member needs care to help them get safely through the day, you should contact Always Best Care.”

Dan C.
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“We interviewed 3 different agencies before hiring Always Best Care in Basking Ridge. Greg made us feel comfortable, and we knew our parents would be in good hands. Our fabulous caretaker has been with our family for 7 months. She has become an important part of our family.”

Robin B.
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“My mother has been a client since Feb 2017. Mother's aide, Alexandra, has become mom's friend, not just her daytime caregiver. Greg and Robin have gone way beyond expectations of their service to assure that mom gets to her appointments on time and that Alexandra has enough instructional support to be able to do her job w/my mother. Knowing that mom is safely cared for during the day while we, her children are at work, has eased our family's worries greatly.”

ElizSH
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“Always Best Care took away most of the stress I was having with the care of my 98 year old mother. They got to know my mother. This meant that they just didn't send someone to watch her, but someone who would understand her likes and dislikes. At 98 she is very set in her ways but they did a great job finding someone who took the time to understand her quirks, but also keep me informed of any changes. I can't thank Greg and Robin enough for being so understanding and for the care they have given to my mother. I highly recommend Always Best Care if you need any assistants in the care of someone you love.”

Jean G.
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“Robin and Greg have been and continue to be a great help to me whenever I have questions about my mothers care. They go above and beyond on a regular basis!”

Cathleen P.
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“Robin and Greg have been and continue to be a great help to me whenever I have questions about my mothers care. They go above and beyond on a regular basis!”

Cathleen C.
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“The owners Robin and Greg are exceptional. I highly recommend sending your loved one to them. They provide excellent caregivers and are willing to bend over backwards to make sure that your family member's needs are met.”

cwag1689
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“To Whom it may concern I would like to recommend the services of Always Best Care from personal experience through the tremendous care that our Father received during the last few months of his life. Greg and his team understood my Father’s needs at a time when the caregivers we employed before Always Best Care were struggling to meet our expectations. Greg and my family had numerous conversations and follow up concerning schedules, specific caregiver personalities comparable with our Father, assistance during rehabilitation, and homebound assistance with our families primary caregiver. We were grateful for the patience the caregivers showed for our Father. Greg’s ability to connect with our father was extraordinary. Frequent visits and personal ”check ins” to his home made our care for him that much easier in what can be an overwhelming experience. Frequent long distance conversations kept me in touch with his care, progress of his health, and his personal needs. Greg is a unique businessman in that his connection with his clients is personal. Greg shared with us the progress of a close personal relative that was going through the same medical challenges as our Father. This foresite gave us a perspective into our eventual preparations and transitional stages that helped us cope a bit better till the end of Dad's life. Greg’s upbeat personality was encouraging to my Father. He had many conversations about Baseball….my Dad’s favorite pastime. Greg and his team attended our Dad’s funeral which we thought was a kind gesture to our family. There were challenges along the way since this was a unique situation for all of us. Greg’s team as well as his wife were very involved from the beginning. I hope this gives sheds some light on the culture of this small business.”

Mike D.
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“Nikki does so much more than what is checked off. She talks to dad and gets him interested and responsive.”

Juan N.
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TESTIMONIALS

“Robin and Greg LaVersa of Always Best Care go above and beyond our expectations for our family. The home health aides they have provided have been wonderful. The care and assistance that they provide for your family member give you peace of mind as you go about your day. The caregivers that we have had treat my mother as they would their own mother or grandmother. Would highly recommend their services.”

Donna C.
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“Robin and Greg are incredibly warm and engaging individuals. They clearly are in this business because they truly care about people. I've seen them both work with the elderly eliciting smiles and laughs and, more importantly, trust. Robin manages the office. She is very organized and never misses a beat. If she has committed to something, it is as good as done. I highly recommend their business because I recommend them as individuals. You and your loved one will be in good hands!”

Jody T.
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“Very Caring , reliable and Greg is there to address your every concern.”

Mallory C.
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“I have known Robin LaVersa my whole life and Greg LaVersa for over 20 years. As individuals they are amazingly kind hearted and dedicated family people. Together their integrity and loyalty is overwhelming. I would trust them with the care of any family member as I have seen them take care of others in their lives without hesitation or complaint. To say you are in good hands with them is an understatement.”

Lenore P.
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“I have been very impressed by the attention this Always Best Care office pays to ensuring their clients receive the best possible care. They are very selective with the caregivers they hire. They do a very thorough job of monitoring their cases to ensure that the needs of the client are being met. If your family member needs care to help them get safely through the day, you should contact Always Best Care.”

Dan C.
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“Greg and Robin have been a true gift to me in taking care of my father for the last 2 years. I don’t know where I would be without them and I don’t say that lightly. They have provided top notch service, are amazingly responsive and provided an amazing aide for my father. My father’s aide is always arrives on time and they get along very well. Whenever I need to switch a shift, they answer me immediately. They go above and beyond whenever something is needed. Can’t recommend enough!”

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 In-Home Care Glen Gardner, NJ

How does In-home Senior Care in Glen Gardner, NJ work?

Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it's especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age. When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.

The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.

At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one ages, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.

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 Senior Care Glen Gardner, NJ

Aging in Place: The Preferred Choice for Most Seniors

While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit.

In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a unfamiliar assisted living community, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.

Here are just a few of the reasons why older men and women prefer to age at home:

Comfort
Comfort

How much does a senior's home truly mean to them? A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old. With the help of elderly care in Glen Gardner, NJ, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.

Healthy Living
Healthy Living

Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors. Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.

Independence
Independence

For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like an assisted living community. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.

Cost and Convenience
Cost and Convenience

More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, can be less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.

With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care in Glen Gardner, NJ gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.

Empowers Seniors

Affordable Care Plans

In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.

Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.

At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.

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Veteran's Benefits
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Private Insurance

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Life Insurance
Life Insurance

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Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.

At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Glen Gardner,NJ understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.

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Reviewing a detailed Care Plan that will meet your senior loved one's needs

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Quarry in Glen Gardner wants to trade for 34 acres of preserved land in Lebanon Township

LEBANON TWP. — The New Jersey Natural Lands Trust is considering a swap of 34 preserved acres in Lebanon Township for 100 acres in Sussex County. Eastern Concrete Materials, which owns the quarry in Glen Gardner, wants to give the state the acreage in Sussex County in exchange for a lot that is part of the NLT’s Hagedorn Preserve in Lebanon Township.The Lebanon Township Environmental and Open Space Commission opposes the idea and wants a public hearing regarding the possible land swap to be held locally instead of in Trent...

LEBANON TWP. — The New Jersey Natural Lands Trust is considering a swap of 34 preserved acres in Lebanon Township for 100 acres in Sussex County. Eastern Concrete Materials, which owns the quarry in Glen Gardner, wants to give the state the acreage in Sussex County in exchange for a lot that is part of the NLT’s Hagedorn Preserve in Lebanon Township.

The Lebanon Township Environmental and Open Space Commission opposes the idea and wants a public hearing regarding the possible land swap to be held locally instead of in Trenton.

Township commission member Nancy Lawler and William Kibler, director of science and policy at Raritan Headwaters Association, went to the Aug. 1 Township Committee meeting seeking support for their request.

The state has scheduled a public hearing for Sept. 21 at noon in Trenton, a time when most people are working, Kibler said.

According to its website, “The New Jersey Natural Lands Trust was created in 1968 by the Legislature as an independent agency in but not of the Division of Parks & Forestry in the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Its mission: to preserve land in its natural state for enjoyment by the public and to protect natural diversity through the acquisition of open space. The trust acquires open space primarily by donations of land and easements. In creating the trust, the Legislature’s goal was to establish an agency with the protective power of the state that would have the support of private-sector open space preservation and conservation organizations. The trust’s autonomy is a key factor in garnering the confidence of individuals interested in preserving their land and that of the conservation community.”

The Hagedorn Preserve is comprised of several parcels totaling about 450 acres. There are at least five species on the state endangered list that can be found on the preserve. The land was preserved “in perpetuity” to help protect those species, Lawler said.

Lawler said the quarry has encroached on the land before. “Give them an inch and they’ll take 34 acres," she said.

Allowing the land swap to take place would “set a horrible precedent and violates the land trust’s mission Kibler said

Lawler and Kibler said the land swap would allow the quarry to expand operations. The quarry is already the largest user of water in the area.

The quarry recently received approval to divert up to 26.223 million gallons of water during any month and 275.411 million gallons of water per year at a maximum rate of 1,350 gallons per minute from two quarry ponds and an existing potable well.

The diversion, which has been ongoing for more than 40 years, is used for crushed stone washing and dust suppression. Eastern Concrete had to apply for a new permit since it purchased the property about two years ago.

A public hearing on the permit application was held on May 8 in Trenton. During that hearing several requests were made to have an additional public hearing conducted in Glen Gardner but those requests were denied. Instead, the time to submit written comments was extended into June.

According to the notice extending the deadline, the DEP gives equal weight to written and in-person testimony.

"The Natural Lands Trust needs to hear from local people," Kibler said.

Kibler said increasing operations at the quarry would mean an increase in water usage. The quarry is lower than the water table in Lebanon Township so wells could be affected if water usage is increased. All of Lebanon Township is served by private wells. Glen Gardner is served by a public well.

The water coming out of the quarry goes into the Spruce Run Reservoir, which provides drinking water for other areas of the state. Kibler said the water running out of the quarry usually has a “milky gray” appearance.

If the land swap were to happen, it is unclear how the Highlands Act would apply or if Lebanon Township would have any control if the quarry expanded into the 34 acres.

The Township Committee will review the letter submitted by the township Environmental and Open Space Commission. The letter asks for the hearing to be held locally and opposes the land swap. A similar letter will be presented to Glen Gardner for its review.

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Guardsmen make a difference at Veterans Haven North

Photo By Mark Olsen | U.S. Army Spc. Kyla Bowman, left, Culinary Specialist, Foxtrot Company, 250th Brigade... This is a war that has no frontline. In fact, from the hospitals to the home front, the Coronavirus has truly made this a global war. “This mission made me open my eyes to the idea that we’re not always going to be fighting an enemy that’s in a uniform with a gun,” said Sgt. Michael Demayo, Culinary Noncommissione...

Photo By Mark Olsen | U.S. Army Spc. Kyla Bowman, left, Culinary Specialist, Foxtrot Company, 250th Brigade...

This is a war that has no frontline. In fact, from the hospitals to the home front, the Coronavirus has truly made this a global war. “This mission made me open my eyes to the idea that we’re not always going to be fighting an enemy that’s in a uniform with a gun,” said Sgt. Michael Demayo, Culinary Noncommissioned Officer, Foxtrot Company, 250th Brigade Support Battalion (BSB), New Jersey Army National Guard. “It could be a virus hitting our communities.” Demayo is part of a team of five New Jersey Army National Guard Soldiers from the 250th and three New Jersey Air National Guard Airmen – two from the 108th Wing and one from the 177th Fighter Wing assisting the Veterans Haven North kitchen staff. Veterans Haven North, which is operated by the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, is a transitional housing facility for homeless veterans that provides its residents long-term rehabilitation services and employment training. “We were fortunate to get two teams of cooks,” said Edward J. Chrystal, Jr., Superintendent, Veterans Haven North. “We’ve had them working different shifts and have been fully integrated into our staff.” The Citizen-Soldiers work the morning shift while the Citizen-Airmen work the afternoon shift. “We’ve been doing a lot of cooking, a lot of prepping, cleaning, unloading and storing food,” said Spc. Joseph Valencia, a Culinary Specialist with the 250th BSB. Valencia, who immigrated to the United States from the Philippines, has been with the 250th for seven years. “The reason I joined was to serve my country.” Since April 13, wherever there was a need in the kitchen, a Guardsman was there to make sure the job got done. And the size of that job: 2,400 meals a day for the Haven’s 67 residents and the 430 residents at the Hunterdon Developmental Center. The Center, which is located six miles from Veterans Haven North, provides behavioral, medical, and habilitation services to women and men with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Every day, the kitchen staff prepares breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the Center’s residents. Once the meals are ready, they are then delivered to the Center. “I don’t think we would’ve been able to do what we’re doing without them,” said Al Hanby, Food Services Supervisor, Veterans Haven North. “With our staffing shortage, we wouldn’t have been able to do 2,400 meals a day.” “Get the job done, that’s the priority,” said Tech. Sgt. Juan Ogando Rivera, Services Specialist, 177th Services Flight, New Jersey Air National Guard. For Culinary Specialist Spc. Kyla Bowman, who returned from basic military training in December 2019, it’s about putting her skills to work. “This makes me a better Soldier because I’m actually using what I learned in training here.” The Guardsmen also had an additional impact, one that wasn’t foreseen when COVID-19 response began. “All of our employees, like everyone, were fearful going outside of their homes,” said Edward Chrystal, Superintendent, Veterans Haven North. “The Soldiers and Airmen, just the presence of the uniform and the confidence of the work being done, built up the morale of the kitchen staff.” The New Jersey National Guard currently has more than 800 Soldiers and Airmen activated to support state and local leaders. “I joined the Guard to help out people,” said Airman 1st Class Daphne Gojo Cruz, Services Specialist, 108th Services Flight, New Jersey Air National Guard. “I’m honored to help out the veterans here.” In a Facebook comment, Veterans Haven North Head Cook Meagan Smickle said to Cruz’s mother: “I am one of the supervisors at Veterans Haven North on the shift your daughter works, and thought you should know...We are honored to have her, and her fellow National Guard members at our facility. They are truly a blessing!! And pretty awesome people!” The Soldiers and Airmen are on orders through May 30, although, with the nature of the pandemic, that is subject to change. “The staff here really appreciates us, they talk about wanting to keep us here permanently,” said Demayo. “Everybody is very appreciative and definitely sees what the National Guard does for the community firsthand,” said Chrystal.

10 most expensive homes sold in Hunterdon County, June 12-18

A house in Whitehouse Station that sold for $1.5 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Hunterdon County between June 12 and June 18.In total, 20 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $522,080, $254 per square foot.The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of June 12 even if the property may have been sold earlier.10. $450,000, single-family home at 524 County R...

A house in Whitehouse Station that sold for $1.5 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Hunterdon County between June 12 and June 18.

In total, 20 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $522,080, $254 per square foot.

The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of June 12 even if the property may have been sold earlier.

10. $450,000, single-family home at 524 County Road 579

The sale of the single-family house at 524 County Road 579, Hampton, has been finalized. The price was $450,000, and the house changed hands in May. The house was built in 1960 and has a living area of 1,722 square feet. The price per square foot was $261. The deal was finalized on May. 5.

9. $510,000, single-family house at 624 E. Hill Road

The property at 624 E. Hill Road in Glen Gardner has new owners. The price was $510,000. The house was built in 1957 and has a living area of 2,200 square feet. The price per square foot is $232. The deal was finalized on May. 5.

8. $510,000, condominium at 31 Pinehurst Circle

The 1,971 square-foot condominium at 31 Pinehurst Circle in Annandale has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in May and the total purchase price was $510,000, $259 per square foot. The condominium was built in 2000. The deal was finalized on May. 5.

7. $570,000, detached house at 17 Highview Drive

The 1,800 square-foot single-family residence at 17 Highview Drive, High Bridge, has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in May and the total purchase price was $570,000, $317 per square foot. The house was built in 1964. The deal was finalized on May. 3.

6. $596,000, single-family residence at 6 Fairfax Court

The sale of the single family residence at 6 Fairfax Court in Flemington has been finalized. The price was $596,000, and the new owners took over the house in May. The house was built in 1985 and has a living area of 3,670 square feet. The price per square foot was $162. The deal was finalized on May. 2.

5. $675,000, single-family residence at 36 Barry Road

A sale has been finalized for the single-family house at 36 Barry Road in Lambertville. The price was $675,000 and the new owners took over the house in May. The house was built in 2002 and the living area totals 1,733 square feet. The price per square foot ended up at $389. The deal was finalized on May. 5.

4. $775,000, detached house at 30-32 Van Syckels Road

The property at 30-32 Van Syckels Road in Clinton has new owners. The price was $775,000. The house was built in 1900 and has a living area of 4,050 square feet. The price per square foot is $191. The deal was finalized on May. 2.

3. $950,000, single-family home at 20 Halstead Street

The 2,880 square-foot single-family home at 20 Halstead Street, Clinton, has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in May and the total purchase price was $950,000, $330 per square foot. The house was built in 1835. The deal was finalized on May. 1.

2. $959,000, single-family house at 214 S. Franklin Street

The sale of the single family residence at 214 S. Franklin Street in Lambertville has been finalized. The price was $959,000, and the new owners took over the house in May. The house was built in 2010 and has a living area of 3,024 square feet. The price per square foot was $317. The deal was finalized on May. 5.

1. $1.5 million, single-family residence at 8 Fairway Drive

A sale has been finalized for the single-family residence at 8 Fairway Drive in Whitehouse Station. The price was $1,500,000 and the new owners took over the house in May. The house was built in 2001 and the living area totals 5,825 square feet. The price per square foot ended up at $258. The deal was finalized on May. 5.

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Glen Gardner resident and friends build airplane with wood, glue and Lexus lights

George Pacciello/staff photographerALEXANDRIA TWP. — Anyone within 50 miles of Sky Manor Airport here should watch for a small wooden airplane flying about 5,000 feet above the ground at 100 miles per hour.Glen Gardner resident Joe Tapp decided seven years ago that he wanted to build his own plane. So the 62-year-old real estate appraiser asked friends and fellow members of the Experimental Aircraft Association for help, and built a wooden version of a Piper Super Cub bush plane — his “Woody Cub.”...

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ALEXANDRIA TWP. — Anyone within 50 miles of Sky Manor Airport here should watch for a small wooden airplane flying about 5,000 feet above the ground at 100 miles per hour.

Glen Gardner resident Joe Tapp decided seven years ago that he wanted to build his own plane. So the 62-year-old real estate appraiser asked friends and fellow members of the Experimental Aircraft Association for help, and built a wooden version of a Piper Super Cub bush plane — his “Woody Cub.”

“It’s like anything else in life — if you want to do it, you do it,” said Tapp.

About 20 people helped him build it, including Andre Chmielewski of Bethlehem Township, Jerry Cotter of Alexandria Township, John Daley of Lebanon Township, Ernie McOdrum of Lebanon Township and Frank Morris of Flemington.

“Everything on the airplane has been done three times,” Tapp said. “The first time is to see if we can make it. The second time is to see how close we can make it to what we want. The third time is because we’re not going to make it anymore.”

“None of us had ever built an airplane from scratch like that before,” he added. “Some of the stuff was hard, some of the stuff was easy... None of it was monotonous.”

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He used plans for a light miniature aircraft and modified them “extensively.” The wings are spruce that was recycled from a bar, the frame is fir wood from Cyrus R. Fox Lumber in Clinton, and the sides are marine-grade okoume plywood. The pieces are glued together with industrial-grade epoxy.

The landing lights are Lexus headlights that he found in a junkyard, because his wife, Ann, loves those cars.

He bought a Jabiru engine for $15,000 — half the total expense of the plane. "It's the only airplane like it anywhere in the world," he said. "I don't think you could match a plane like this for $100,000."

Tapp holds a commercial single-engine pilot license, and has been interested in planes since age 11, when he worked for dad Henry Tapp’s avionics business at 90 cents an hour. The Woody Cub is the first plane he’s built.

He started construction in his basement, moved to the living room for more space, and finally built a two-car garage on his property, where he completed the project.

He’s flown the plane for about 15 hours since it was approved by the Federal Aviation Administration.

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"Going up in an airplane you design yourself, the adrenaline really pumps," he said. Although it can fly up to 13,000 feet above ground, so far he's kept it at 5,000 feet because "I like to go low and slow."

When the plane has 40 hours in the air and he’s allowed to take passengers, he and his wife plan to fly to Florida, Alabama and Wisconsin — “As long as I can find gas I can keep going.”

Granddaughters Katie Tapp, 7, of Pohatcong Township and Finley Busch, 1, of Holland Township are getting a ride too, because they helped build it. And he plans to use his plane to give free rides through Young Eagles, an EAA program that encourages kids to learn about aviation.

Tapp has already started his next project: building a 1950s-style mahogany powerboat. "I think I'm going to wind up with a great collection of wooden toys that's better than I had when I was 2 years old," he said.

He’s not impressed when people say they don’t have time for projects like his.

“You ought to give up whatever you’re doing and go build an airplane,” he said. His philosophy is: “If you try enough stuff, you’ll get good at something eventually.”

Tapp welcomes the public to see his plane at Sky Manor Airport. For information about joining EAA, see eaa643.org.

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Visit these Central NJ abandoned places for a real scare

As the most densely populated state in the country, New Jersey has seen its fair share of development. However, despite parking lots and shopping malls seemingly everywhere you turn, the Garden State also has a few sites that have been forgotten and left to rot by the wayside.There may only be a slight breeze of autumn sifting through the air at the minute, but at these abandoned spots throughout Hunterdon, Somerset, Middlesex and Union counties, there's always a spooky Halloween vibe creeping around.If you're a ...

As the most densely populated state in the country, New Jersey has seen its fair share of development. However, despite parking lots and shopping malls seemingly everywhere you turn, the Garden State also has a few sites that have been forgotten and left to rot by the wayside.

There may only be a slight breeze of autumn sifting through the air at the minute, but at these abandoned spots throughout Hunterdon, Somerset, Middlesex and Union counties, there's always a spooky Halloween vibe creeping around.

If you're a fan of all that's off the beaten path, check out these abandoned sites for a scare that's much more authentic than a haunted hayride or a teen with painted-on zombie makeup.

Union Hotel, Flemington

For almost 250 years after its 1772 construction, the Union Hotel was the place to be — it served as a tavern and later, as the meeting ground for wealthy stagecoach passengers and socialites.

The ''Trial of the Century'' of Bruno Hauptmann took place in 1935 at the neighboring Hunterdon County Courthouse in 1935, and Hauptmann would be found guilty of abducting and murdering Charles Lindbergh Jr. The legacy of the Union Hotel became even larger as media covering the trial largely became hotel guests.

As the years went on, new Union Hotel owners neglected to create private bathrooms for the upstairs guest rooms, and as a result, the last guests checked out in the 1950s. It then became solely a restaurant that enjoyed popularity, even as rumors of ghosts roaming the upper floors were rampant.

However, since the restaurant went under foreclosure in 2008, the fate of the hotel has been in limbo and a topic of local debate. Local developer Jack Cust proposed an ambitious plan to redevelop downtown Flemington with a new hotel on the site as the centerpiece, but it hasn't been without criticism.

The plan, which also called for 200 apartments and a branch campus of Georgian Court University, received borough approval, but the project has been tied up in a Superior Court fight from a local group, Friends of Historic Flemington, who object to the size of the project. Until a conclusion is reached, the Union Hotel will remain vacant.

Go: 76 Main St, Flemington

Hagedorn Psychiatric Hospital, Glen Gardner

When Hagedorn Psychiatric Hospital opened in 1907, on Sanatorium Road, a street name that still stands today, it was the only state-owned and operated tuberculosis sanatorium in New Jersey.

Although in its early days it was planned that only “incipients” or “curables" would be treated, it soon housed those of all levels of severity, leading the hospital to treat more than 10,000 people between 1907 and 1929. However, by the 1970s, Hagedorn Psychiatric Hospital shut its doors for good without any plan for the building's future.

Only a few years later in 1977, the Senator Garret W. Hagedorn Gero-Psychiatric Hospital was built next to the decrepit site and became a state nursing home and, later, a 288-bed psychiatric hospital for seniors. However, in 2012, the ''new'' Hagedorn also shut its doors and joined its neighbor in disrepair.

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Today, visitors can follow Sanatorium Road up past the entrances to the right where they'll reach a state-operated facility for veterans and be able to see glimpses of both buildings. As these are state-operated lands, you will be charged with trespassing if you drive through any barricades or signs posted at the aforementioned entrances to the right.

Go: 200 Sanatorium Rd., Glen Gardner for viewing

El Dorado Gardens, Springfield

These days, the only evidence you will find of El Dorado Gardens along the Rahway River off Milltown Road is a few crumbling walls, posts, concrete basins and bridges, but in its heyday when it was erected in 1925, it was a bustling water park with gardens and hot springs which were surrounded with carved stone and concrete to resemble Roman baths.

The park was so popular that Springfield was supposedly named after its hot springs, which contained water that was bottled and sold in other places due to its rumored "healing" properties. People would come from all over the country to bathe in and drink the water, which was diverted throughout the gardens through dams and artificial watercourses.

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Today, though, that's hard to believe — the abandoned El Dorado Gardens is now situated among overgrown walkways, stagnant, mucky water and collapsing concrete as it is run over with trees, grass, branches and garbage.

Go: Milltown Rd. along the Rahway River, Springfield

Centerville, Readington

During the 1700s, a hamlet known as Centerville within Readington Township came to be, focused around a tavern that marked the halfway point on the long Swift Sure Stagecoach Line route from New York to Philadelphia.

As time went on, the hamlet grew to have a school, store, post office, church and blacksmith, until railroads and newer roads were built. The community buildings became various residences, but today, the vacant tavern still stands along Campbell's Brook (now Pleasant Run) and Old York Road. The location is now marked by a sign noting its significance.

Go: Pleasant Run and Old York Road, Readington

Jenna Intersimone has been covering food, drink and fun in the Garden State for the USA Today Network New Jersey since 2014, after becoming a blogger-turned-reporter following the creation of her award-winning travel blog. Born and raised throughout every corner of NJ, she’s a tried-and-true Jersey girl. Contact her at [email protected] or follow her @JIntersimone.

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