It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting Maclean House in Princeton, NJ gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Princeton, NJ is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
“Nurse Juliana was competent, caring, and good company.”
“I have worked with this company for almost two years getting care for my mother.”
“We hired a caregiver from Always Best Care to help my father when he was”
“I have been a client of Always Best Care (ABC) for over 5 years. I”
“For the past 6 months Always Best has provided compassionate care to my dear aunt.”
“For the past 6 months Always Best has provided compassionate care to my dear aunt.”
“Always Best Care has provided us with the best caregivers. We are blessed with an”
“We are so appreciative of the care and service of your team. Mariama was a”
“As we wind down our trip to New Jersey both Megan and I wish to”
“A special shoutout to our primary caregivers: Marie C. and Florette P.. They were outstanding!”
“Terrific company. Management is tops. Very caring staff. I highly recommend them. The staff and”
“Always Best Care Senior Services in Princeton Junction exceeded our expectations. Their team was kind,”
“Could not have asked for a more caring group of professionals. From care giver to”
“ABC COULD NOT HAVE DONE BETTER IN A CHANGING SITUATION WITH TWO TERMINALLY PATIENTS HAVING”
“Always best care took care of my father for about 10 years..Though my father was”
“ABC and their amazing care givers enabled our Aunt to get her last wish was”
“Mom developed an infection in the afternoon that left her too weak and disoriented to”
“Faithful, Love, and Family.”
“Very professional organization and sent the right aide, Sam, to help me with my father”
“I had a great experience with the agency, Always Best Care! I am attending college,”
“Roberto took care of my husband like he was a member of his family. He”
“The aide's were respectful, reliable and friendly and staff responds timely to calls and needs”
“The aide's were respectful, reliable and friendly and staff responds timely to calls and needs”
“Everyone was great. I’ve come a long way due to the help of your aides.”
“You have a GEM in Mrs. Terry. She is worth so much more than she”
“Very very helpful, I was desperate when I called and that same day I had”
“We had an exceptionally good experience with Always Best Care during my mother's illness. The”
“Thank you Jahima, Esther, Satta, Myra, Kelly & Susan. Carmen should be pleased. Keep up”
“Words cannot express how grateful my family and I am for the kindness, care, and”
“Gimbert & Carmen were very accommodating and knowledgeable with the needs of my father. They”
“Nurse Juliana was competent, caring, and good company.”
“I have worked with this company for almost two years getting care for my mother. The company is very flexible and the caregivers have been professional and very kind. Wiznette has been outstanding, adding so much to our household with the care she gives.”
“We hired a caregiver from Always Best Care to help my father when he was declining from Parkinson’s and his continuum of care facility said he could no longer live alone in his apartment without help.. My father was very challenging to work with as he was slipping mentally and could not seem to grasp why the caregiver was there. The manager, Carli, and the caregiver, Stephen, could not have been more skilled and compassionate given his issues. The billing practices and necessary documentation for reimbursement from his Long Teem Care company also went very well. Ultimately my Dad needed placement in skilled nursing. However, this was no fault of the caregiving company, who went out of their way to communicate with me about what was going on every day so I stayed filled in. If my Dad needs an aide in the future for an outing I will definitely contact them.”
“I have been a client of Always Best Care (ABC) for over 5 years. I could not have taken care of my elderly mother with out them. They always provided excellent people who I could trust in my home and with my mother who was 102 1/2 when she passed away recently. The caregivers from ABC were always on time, polite, professional, and, above all else, caring. The office team was amazing, too! They always went above and beyond (Thanks, Carli & Samantha!). Most recently when my mom had a fall and came home from the hospital on hospice, they had a game plan for her care before I did. They anticipated what our needs would be. They had people skilled in hospice care to my house within 24 hours. I could not have gotten through her passing without their support. A very special thanks to Manite & Patience. I would highly recommend ABC.”
“For the past 6 months Always Best has provided compassionate care to my dear aunt. Our primary caregiver was outstanding.....experienced, organized, warm and kind.....she became more than a caregiver, a friend that we depended on. All the caregivers that supported us on this journey were dedicated, professional, friendly and dependable. The administrative staff at Always Best Princeton were always available to assist and support. I offer my highest recommendation of Always Best Caregivers in Princeton.”
“For the past 6 months Always Best has provided compassionate care to my dear aunt. Our primary caregiver was outstanding.....experienced, organized, warm and kind.....she became more than a caregiver, a friend that we depended on. All the caregivers that supported us on this journey were dedicated, professional, friendly and dependable. The administrative staff at Always Best Princeton were always available to assist and support. I offer my highest recommendation of Always Best Caregivers in Princeton.”
“Always Best Care has provided us with the best caregivers. We are blessed with an outstanding caregiver, Maria, who is exceptional in every way. Our recent substitute caregiver, Elizabeth, also provided my husband with excellent care. We so appreciate the high level of expertise, skill and overall care afforded to us by these wonderful ladies.”
“We are so appreciative of the care and service of your team. Mariama was a lovely caregiver, and I especially appreciated Carli's guidance throughout the process.”
“As we wind down our trip to New Jersey both Megan and I wish to thank you personally and Always Best Care for taking care of our needs! Your professionalism and support made our experience pleasant. After having experienced three different service providers in Maryland I can say your services are above par! And Ernesta is truly supportive of Megan’s needs. She is calm, compassionate and respectful. Also your on call service is very quick to react to our changing needs!”
“A special shoutout to our primary caregivers: Marie C. and Florette P.. They were outstanding! And extra thanks to Carli, who always came through when we needed backup. Many thanks to the ABC team for all the care you gave to my husband Al H. through 3 years of Parkinson's suffering, and the support you gave me through a hard time.”
“Terrific company. Management is tops. Very caring staff. I highly recommend them. The staff and management are extremely professional and caring, resulting in a very comfortable experience.”
“Always Best Care Senior Services in Princeton Junction exceeded our expectations. Their team was kind, attentive, and provided excellent care tailored to our family’s needs. Communication was clear and supportive throughout. We’re so grateful for their compassion and professionalism. Highly recommend them for anyone seeking trusted senior home care in the area!”
“Could not have asked for a more caring group of professionals. From care giver to support staff, they are exceptional”
“ABC COULD NOT HAVE DONE BETTER IN A CHANGING SITUATION WITH TWO TERMINALLY PATIENTS HAVING ALZ AND STAGE IV PANCREATIC CANCER. QUALITY OF CARE TAKER WAS SUPERB AND RESPONSIVENESS TO CHANGING NEEDS PERFECT.”
“Always best care took care of my father for about 10 years..Though my father was very lucid and managed his own care with the agency, I was at his house alot and participated in his care with the aids. They were all very caring and he kindly spoke of the owners being very attentive and offered very personalized care. They even visited him. I am very fond of many of the home health aids..they were loving and concerned. They took their job to another level. I even formed friendships with some of them. The golden years are a very delicate part of our lives. Always best care not only offered good physical care to my father, but unbounded love and compassion !!!! Thank you and he is looking down at us. I'm sure.”
“ABC and their amazing care givers enabled our Aunt to get her last wish was to die in her home. I can’t say enough about how ABC was able to give her a quality of life that she valued as well as provide comfort to her family knowing that she was in good hands with ABC's Caregivers. From the caregivers that always went the extra mile to the fast response we got 24x7 from folks like Carli…you were there for us!”
“Mom developed an infection in the afternoon that left her too weak and disoriented to care for herself for that night. I called Always Best Care Senior Services (ABC) at the very end of the business day, asking if they could find someone for one night of 12-hour private duty care on pretty much an emergency basis. The ABC team went to work and secured a caregiver for mom within a matter of hours for an 8pm-to-8am care shift at mom's senior living community. We had worked with ABC in the past on a scheduled basis, but this experience was above and beyond the call of regular duty and it truly helped us get through a difficult and stressful episode. We would recommend ABC for any and all of your senior care needs.”
“Faithful, Love, and Family.”
“Very professional organization and sent the right aide, Sam, to help me with my father in day to day activities. Sam helps him with gait training and understands dementia care and how to handle care, the way the client needs it. I would not hesitate using this agency and Sam is excellent.”
“I had a great experience with the agency, Always Best Care! I am attending college, and they always provided me an aide that is helpful, considerate, and hardworking. Thank you for always providing me with an aide like Ms. Colleta!!”
“Roberto took care of my husband like he was a member of his family. He was God sent; thank God for him”
“The aide's were respectful, reliable and friendly and staff responds timely to calls and needs”
“The aide's were respectful, reliable and friendly and staff responds timely to calls and needs”
“Everyone was great. I’ve come a long way due to the help of your aides. Thank you again!”
“You have a GEM in Mrs. Terry. She is worth so much more than she is paid! I miss her. Her help was timely, professional, and invaluable”
“Very very helpful, I was desperate when I called and that same day I had professional help. Tremendous your service”
“We had an exceptionally good experience with Always Best Care during my mother's illness. The management met with us and assigned caregivers almost immediately. As our needs evolved and increased, they were responsive and flexible. The caregivers were well-trained, kind, hard-working, and truly fine people whom we enjoyed having in the house.”
“Thank you Jahima, Esther, Satta, Myra, Kelly & Susan. Carmen should be pleased. Keep up the good work, and be safe!”
“Words cannot express how grateful my family and I am for the kindness, care, and concern that was shown for my husband by the Always Best Care staff. Thank you for the exceptional attention to his comfort, as well as the wonderful insights, strength, knowledge, and emotional support you showed our entire family. Watching someone you love make the transition out of this life is a really difficult thing, and your wisdom and comfort helped us navigate this challenging time. I will always be thankful for the service you provided for him. I would also like to acknowledge the excellent care provided to my husband by Ms. Marie Louisjean. We thank Ms. Louisjean for her incredible patience, tenderness, and attention to his needs. We thank her for being such a dedicated caregiver. God has given her a very special talent and He has blessed her with a compassionate heart. I could not have asked for a more passionate group of people. May God continue to bless the Always Best Care staff as you continue to care for people in need.”
“Gimbert & Carmen were very accommodating and knowledgeable with the needs of my father. They came out to his house and offered suggestions so that he would be able to get around with his walker easily. Their person took great care of my Dad. It is such a relief to my sister and I that we had someone stay with my Dad that was so reliable. I highly recommend them.”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is 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 gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Community Park North in Princeton, NJ with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Elements or visit Princeton Battlefield State Park, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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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 - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
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, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Princeton, 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.
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.
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 a nursing home. 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.
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 and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often 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 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.
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.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
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 Princeton, 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.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Princeton, NJ 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Races began at 10:00 a.m.Princeton, N.J.PRINCETON, N.J. – The Temple Owls made history today at the Princeton Chase as the Open 8+ 'A' boat finished in 16th place, the highest for a Temple boat at this event in program history.Race Central: Princeton ChaseFull ResultsFollow The Owls Instagram Race RecapHead coach Rebecca Grzybowsk...
Races began at 10:00 a.m.
Princeton, N.J.
PRINCETON, N.J. – The Temple Owls made history today at the Princeton Chase as the Open 8+ 'A' boat finished in 16th place, the highest for a Temple boat at this event in program history.
Race Central: Princeton Chase
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Head coach Rebecca Grzybowski launched three boats at the 2026 Princeton Chase in the Women's Open 8+. The 'A' boat coxswained by Sofia Henningsen led the Owls to a historic finish. The boat finished in 16th place, marking the highest finish for the Owls at the Princeton Chase. The boat finished in 14:48.048 out of a field of 63 boats.
The full team results can be seen below.
| Boat | Start Time | Finish | Official Time | Lineup |
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| Women's Open 8+ (A) | 10:00 a.m. | 16th Place | 14:48.048 | Coxswain: Sofia Henningsen Stroke (8): Anna Borg 7: Laura Philippe 6: Katie Hale 5: Lilly Dulin 4: Sabrina Cottringer 3: Caitlin Naude 2: Molly Dodgson Bow (1): Nina Crandell |
| Women's Open 8+ (B) | 10:00 a.m. | 38th Place | 15:38.794 | Coxswain: Camryn Reno Stroke (8): Tayla Malcolmson 7: Isabella Fisher 6: Elizabeth Kaidasz 5: Josie Washnieski 4: Beatrice McAleese 3: Clare Morgan 2: Juliet Wise Bow (1): Sophia Hedgepeth |
| Women's Open 8+ (C) | 10:00 a.m. | 56th Place | 16:36.588 | Coxswain: Addison Kelly Stroke (8): Emily Krustapentus 7: Jen Dressler 6: Abigail Ekborg 5: Adaliz Berrios 4: Reese Covalle 3: Annika Mary 2: Audra Schmitt Bow (1): Celia Veiga de Roovere |
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Tickets run from $44 - $84Directions | Restaurants | Bars | HotelsHailed by some as a successor to Billie Holiday, Cécile McLorin Salvant is one of the leading voices in jazz today. A winner of the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition at age 21 and a three-time Grammy Award recipient, she brings a singular clarity and curiosity to everything she sings.A composer, singer, and visual artist, Salvant centers her work on storytelling and the unexpected connections between musical traditi...
Tickets run from $44 - $84
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Hailed by some as a successor to Billie Holiday, Cécile McLorin Salvant is one of the leading voices in jazz today. A winner of the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition at age 21 and a three-time Grammy Award recipient, she brings a singular clarity and curiosity to everything she sings.
A composer, singer, and visual artist, Salvant centers her work on storytelling and the unexpected connections between musical traditions. She moves fluidly across jazz, blues, vaudeville, folk, baroque, and global vernacular styles, treating them as living material for reinvention rather than fixed genres.
Her voice is widely noted for its precision and emotional depth. The late Jessye Norman described her as “a unique voice supported by an intelligence and full-fledged musicality, which light up every note she sings.” Rather than simply performing songs, Salvant inhabits them, revealing humor, tension, and shifting perspectives.
Her recordings—including For One to Love, Dreams and Daggers, The Window, Ghost Song, and Mélusine — reflect an ongoing exploration of narrative and form. Drawn to rarely recorded and overlooked material, she reimagines songs with a keen sense of story, power, and emotional nuance.
On stage, her performances are intimate and theatrical, shaped by close collaboration with her ensemble and a heightened attention to space and silence—music that unfolds moment by moment. In this performance, she sings selections from her latest release, Oh Snap (2025), a deeply personal album of original songs that showcases her singular voice as both composer and storyteller.
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Game 1: Princeton (0-0) vs Carnegie Mellon (0-0) PRINCETON, N.J. – The Princeton men's basketball team will open the 2026-27 season at home against Carnegie Mellon on Monday, Nov. 2. Tipoff is set for 4 p.m. in Jadwin Gymnasium.Running It Back Princeton and Air Force are the only two programs in NCAA Division I to return 100% of its 2025-26 roster in 2026-27. With no players graduated and no transfers in or out, the Tigers boast an experienced and tight-knit squad th...
Game 1: Princeton (0-0) vs Carnegie Mellon (0-0)
PRINCETON, N.J. – The Princeton men's basketball team will open the 2026-27 season at home against Carnegie Mellon on Monday, Nov. 2. Tipoff is set for 4 p.m. in Jadwin Gymnasium.
Running It Back Princeton and Air Force are the only two programs in NCAA Division I to return 100% of its 2025-26 roster in 2026-27. With no players graduated and no transfers in or out, the Tigers boast an experienced and tight-knit squad this season.
Preseason Predictions Princeton was picked fourth by the media in this season's Ivy League preseason poll.
2026 Ivy League Men's Basketball Preseason Poll Predicted Order of Finish 1. Penn - 157 (11 first-place votes) 2. Harvard - 146 (7 first-place votes) 3. Yale - 133 (2 first-place votes) 4. Princeton - 97 (1 first-place vote) 5. Cornell - 82 6. Columbia - 69 7. Brown - 42 8. Dartmouth - 30
Bouncing Back After going 9-20 and 5-9 in the Ivy League last season, Princeton will look to return to its winning ways after making the previous six Ivy League tournaments and winning three-straight championships between 2021 and 2024.
History Against Carnegie Mellon The Tigers are 2-2 all-time against the Tartans, with the last meeting in 2005 and all three other contests between 1920 and 1932.
Last Time The Tartans Came To Town On that Dec. 28, 2005 trip to Jadwin, Carnegie Mellon earned a 51-46 victory over Princeton.
Scouting Carnegie Mellon The Tartans went 10-14 last season. A Division III school, the Tartans have posted three wins against Division I opponents since 1993. Most recently, Carnegie Mellon bested Walsh 85-79 in 2021-22.
Mitch Against CMU This contest marks Head Coach Mitch Henderson's first against Carnegie Mellon.
Senior Year After having no seniors in 2025-26, the Tigers now have five seniors leading the squad in Dalen Davis, Jackson Hicke, Jacob Huggins, Will Kutzler and Cooper Mueller. 26-27 Captains Alongside seniors Davis, Hicke and Huggins, junior Jack Stanton was also picked to be a leader of the squad this year.
Close Quarters Last season, the Tigers dropped 10 contests by a margin of five or fewer points, including a one-point loss to Harvard and a two-point loss to Dartmouth. While last year's record undersold the Tigers' competitiveness, they'll be looking to put more of those close games in the win column in 26-27.
How About Hicke Jackson Hicke led the Tigers with 15.4 points-per-game in 2025-26, averaing 46.8% on field goals and shooting 39.8% from three. Hicke finished the year ranked 10th in the Ivy League in scoring and ninth in three-point FG percentage.
Davis' Impact In 2025-26 2026 All-Ivy Honorable Mention Davis played in 20 games and started 15, averaging 14.7 points-per-game to rank 11th in the league in 2025-26. Also averaging 2.4 assists a game, Davis ranked third in the Ivy League in free throw percentage (89.4%) and ranked 10th in three-point percentage (39.0%).
All Eyes On Abdullahi Having a breakout season last year, junior Malik Abdullahi averaged 9.7 points with .561 from the field to rank second in the Ivy League in FG%. With 5.7 boards per game, Abdullahi also ended the year ranked eighth in the league in rebounds.
Huggins 2.0 After contributing in 2024-25, Jacob Huggins has taken on an increased role on the team on and off the court. Last season, Huggins played in all 29 games and started five, averaging 4.8 points-per-game and 4.3 rebounds. He recorded his first career double-double against a DI opponent on Feb. 28 against Dartmouth with 10 points, 11 rebounds and three assists. Now a senior captain, showing improvement in the offseason as noted by Henderson, he'll be one to watch in 26-27.
Stanton Outside The Arc A key contributor for the Tigers last season, Jack Stanton ended the year ranked fifth in the Ivy League in three-point field goals-per-game (2.5), also ranking sixth in the Ivy League and leading the squad in total three-point field goals made (57).
Sophomores Stepping Up Led by top contributors Landon Clark and Sebastian Whitfield, the Tigers' Class of 2029 played a big role during its freshmen season, combinging for 1580 minutes, 382 points, 235 boards and 89 assists in 2025-26. Clark averaged six points and four rebounds a game, also shooting 35.6% from three. Whitfield averaged 3.4 points and 1.9 boards. Both appeared in all 29 games.
Tigers In Italy The Tigers took a team preseason trip to Italy this August. With time together and the chance to form great memories, the trip has contributed to an extremely close-knit team culture going into the season.
A Homecoming For Mike Brennan Mike Brennan returned to the Tigers' staff as the Ted Athanassiades '61 Association Head Coach ahead of the 2025-26 season. An assistant coach at Cornell during 2024-25, Brennan served as head coach at American from 2013-23 and as an assistant at Princeton from 2000-07. As a player, Brennan was a four-year starter under Pete Carril and helped the Tigers earn NCAA Tournament appearances in 1991 and 1992.
Evbuomwan In Barcelona Tosan Evbuomwan '23 is currently playing professionally at FC Barcelona Basquet after three seasons of NBA experience at Charlotte, New York, Brooklyn, Memphis and Detroit.
#PrincetonPros Including Evbuomwan, nine Princeton men's basketball alumni are playing professional basketball: Matt Allocco '24 (San Diego Clippers, Tosan Evbuomwan '23 (FC Barcelona), Keeshawn Kellman '23 (Germany), Ethan Wright '22 (England), Jerome Desrosiers '21 (FIBA 3x3 World Tour), Devin Cannady '20 (Greece), Spencer Weisz '17 (Israel), Henry Caruso '17 (FIBA 3x3 World Tour) .
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PRINCETON, N.J. – The national championship pursuit begins this weekend for the preseason #3-ranked Presbyterian College women's wrestling team, venturing to the northeast to participate in the Princeton Open on Sunday.Mats will be live at 9:00 AM, with full coverage provided by Flo Wrestling. After setting a new program record by finishing 5th at the inaugural NCAA national championship tournament last March, PC begins a fresh slate with eight individuals in the preseason top 10 for their respective...
PRINCETON, N.J. – The national championship pursuit begins this weekend for the preseason #3-ranked Presbyterian College women's wrestling team, venturing to the northeast to participate in the Princeton Open on Sunday.
Mats will be live at 9:00 AM, with full coverage provided by Flo Wrestling. After setting a new program record by finishing 5th at the inaugural NCAA national championship tournament last March, PC begins a fresh slate with eight individuals in the preseason top 10 for their respective weight class.
Expectations are through the roof for two-time Southeast Region Coach of the Year Brian Vutianitis, as the Blue Hose return all six of their All-Americans from last season.
Presbyterian's roster features eight wrestlers who have been recognized as an All-American at least once in their career. PC, Iowa, and reigning national champion McKendree are the only three schools to have eight grapplers in the national top 10.
Princeton has been a frequent location for Presby to open past seasons, as they last competed at this event in 2024. There, the Scotsmen lined up 49 total victories and ended with 10 top-three placements.
GAMEDAY INFO – SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1
#3 Presbyterian at Princeton Open
WHERE / WHEN: Princeton, N.J. | 9:00 AM
TOURNAMENT CENTRAL: Flo Wrestling
WINTER WINNERS
- Last season was another banner year for Vutianitis and co., who captured the Southeast Region title for the second straight time and qualified all 10 weight classes to Nationals as a result.
- Maddie Kubicki (145) became the first wrestler in Blue Hose history to win All-America honors in three separate seasons, finishing higher than anyone else on the roster at Nationals (4th).
- Then-sophomore May Cuyler (160) rose to 5th at Nationals after placing 6th as a rookie. In July, she qualified for the U20 Pan-American Championships in Brazil and represented Team USA to a silver medal in her weight class.
- Other notable performances by the Blue Hose last season came from Chloe Dearwester (110) and Jenna Anderson (117) who both placed 6th at Nationals. Anderson was later selected as the NCAA Region II Rookie of the Year.
- Presbyterian's group effort at Nationals was a solid punctuation to a tremendous campaign. Throughout the regular season, PC collected an 18-3 record in dual play while beating eight opponents who were in the top 20.
LAST TIME AT PRINCETON
- The Blue Hose were still in the middle of their ascension when they traveled to Princeton two years ago, impressing on all fronts with 23 pins and 18 technical falls.
- That tournament marked the collegiate debuts for Dearwester, Cuyler, Carina Giangeruso, and Maria Aiono. Each of them now have at least one All-America accolade on their resume, as they combined to go 16-2 at Princeton on that day.
- Alyssa Mahan (who begins her senior season this weekend) placed 2nd in PC's last trip to Princeton for class 124. She currently holds the Blue Hose record by earning 83 career victories, with Kubicki just five behind her.
PRESEASON RANKINGS
- Below is a list of each PC wrestler who begins the brand-new season in the national rankings. The first number represents their spot in the NWCA top 10 (if applicable), while the second number displays their ranking in HerMat (formerly OpenMat).
| Name + Weight Class | Ranking | 2025-26 Record | 2026 Postseason | Career Record |
| Annalise Maralit (103) | # 19 (HerMat) | 12-16 | DNP | 24-27 |
| Chloe Dearwester (110) | # 3 / # 3 | 23-5 | Regionals - 1st Nationals - 6th | 46-9 |
| Jenna Anderson (117) | # 5 / # 5 | 27-10 | Regionals - 2nd Nationals - 6th | 27-10 |
| Alyssa Mahan (124) | # 5 / # 7 | 25-7 | Regionals - 2nd Nationals - 8th | 83-30 |
| Kassey Daugherty (131) | # 8 / # 8 | 31-6 | Regionals - 2nd Nationals - DNP | 52-24 |
| Carina Giangeruso (138) | # 6 / # 5 | 17-8 | Regionals - 3rd Nationals - DNP | 50-13 |
| Maddie Kubicki (145) | # 2 / # 3 | 23-6 | Regionals - 1st Nationals - 4th | 78-22 |
| May Cuyler (160) | # 3 / # 6 | 23-5 | Regionals - 2nd Nationals - 5th | 49-10 |
| Henlee Haynes (180) | # 20 (HerMat) | 7-4 | DNP | 48-29 |
| Maria Aiono (207) | # 4 / # 5 | 22-9 | Regionals - 1st Nationals - 7th | 49-20 |
Princeton, NJ - Now that I’ve turned 70, I look to people in their 90s for clues about aging well. When they seem relatively healthy and happy, I make a mental note of how they spend their days. I also notice how little children find joy in simple moments: seeing their mama’s smiling face or choosing their own ice cream. Food makes children happy when it’s what they truly want. I’m the same way.Last week, I was hungry and needed a quick bite before my hair appointment. Looking around the shoppi...
Princeton, NJ - Now that I’ve turned 70, I look to people in their 90s for clues about aging well. When they seem relatively healthy and happy, I make a mental note of how they spend their days. I also notice how little children find joy in simple moments: seeing their mama’s smiling face or choosing their own ice cream. Food makes children happy when it’s what they truly want. I’m the same way.
Last week, I was hungry and needed a quick bite before my hair appointment. Looking around the shopping center, I remembered , where I’d once had lunch. It’s an Italian café run by an Italian woman who also used to run the kiosk in front of TD Bank. The café is directly across from LiLLiPies.
I went in thinking about fennel soup, but the mushroom focaccia behind the plexiglass caught my eye. The woman behind the counter was cutting it, heating it in the oven, and serving it alongside a customer’s pasta. “Could I have a piece of that?” I asked, pointing. She seemed reluctant to sell just one piece, especially when I asked her to cut it in two and wrap half for my hairdresser.
She heated it perfectly. After I paid, I took a bite and felt pure taste-bud joy: earthy wild mushrooms, beautifully sautéed and generously — but not excessively — added; light focaccia with its lovely little holes; and the faintest taste of extra-virgin olive oil. Like a little kid, I’d gotten exactly what I wanted.
I talked to myself excitedly as I crossed the shopping center grass to Metropolis Spa, where I reluctantly handed the other half to my wonderful hairdresser, Lily. Eight days later, I’m still thinking about that focaccia. It wasn’t a special-occasion dinner, just a snack at Pastiamo, but I want it again.
Now that I’m older, I have more free time, and my days are filled with plans. I enjoy lunch with a group at Nomad Pizza, workouts with my handsome, chatty trainer at Iron Core Bootcamp, and Wednesdays at the library with my two quilting gals. When a food craving comes along, I try to satisfy it.
I worked hard for years — running a catering company, working in kitchens before that, and waitressing before that. There were plenty of years when this life didn’t seem possible. So yes, I feel grateful and mindful of how wonderful my life is.Seeking joyful experiences also helps me set aside worries about the election, world chaos, and government craziness. I focus on what’s working in my life now and make each day as good as I can, knowing that things could change and my joyful spirit might become harder to summon. With that in mind, here are some treats around town: a few of my favorites and a few recommended by friends.
Pollo Asado Burrito at Tacoria. This has been a favorite for years. I get it every week at , 110 Nassau Street, which was started by two guys from Rutgers and now has 13 locations in New Jersey. Their take on Mexican fare is wonderfully tasty.
The Pollo Asado burrito features grilled chicken. I always swap the rice for brown rice and add cilantro, sautéed onion, and chipotle aioli. It’s smaller than the burritos you might get at Chipotle — a perfect size, though half can be satisfying. Stopping halfway is the hard part because it tastes so good.
They lightly grill the wrapped tortilla, which holds everything together and helps melt the cheese. The burrito isn’t overstuffed: it has just the right amount of Monterey Jack and crema, the Mexican sour cream that’s thinner, smoother, and a little tangier than the American version.
Sweet favorites at Maman. , at 43 Hulfish Street, has been in Princeton since late 2022. On my first visit, I ordered an olive oil tea cake. It looks like a pistachio muffin, with a teaspoon or more of pistachio–white chocolate cream inside and orange glaze and crushed pistachios on top. The olive oil makes it wonderfully moist. It’s magnificent.
Apparently, Martha Stewart — who is now 85 and out of jail — is still at it. She has partnered with Maman, and her cookies and other cakes appear on the menu. I’d love to give her credit for my other favorite there, the tahini chocolate chunk cookie, but I don’t see her name attached to it.
The tahini tempers the sweetness, adding a hummus-like savory note alongside the dark chocolate chunks. Sesame seeds on top add nuttiness, while each bite of chocolate makes this cookie amazingly tasty.
Maple Currant Scone at Jammin' Crêpes Café. Every Wednesday, I meet my quilting gals at the Princeton Public Library. Before heading upstairs with my sewing machine and materials, I look forward to a Small World Coffee — of course — and a maple currant scone from .
Scones aren’t easy to make. The dough needs to be wet and handled lightly, and the finished scone should be moist and crumbly, but not like a muffin. Too many additions can overwhelm the flavor of the buttermilk and currants. The café’s version is my favorite. My quilting gal Hedy always buys an extra one to take home to her husband, Chris. I know they’re fattening, so sometimes, when I’m feeling strong, I eat half and share the rest with my quilting gals.
Some foods, like that mushroom focaccia, I discovered spontaneously. Others come highly recommended by trusted friends.
Nutella Latte at D’Angelo’s Italian Market. My friend Muff loves the Nutella latte at , 35 Spring Street. If you don’t see it on the menu, ask whether they can make it.
Beer-Battered Fish Platter at Wonder Pho. My friend and neighbor Miranda Short is a great cook, and we tend to like the same things. She recommended the beer-battered fish platter at in the Princeton Shopping Center. I haven’t tried it yet, but I trust her taste. I’ve eaten there before and found the food very fresh and light.
Number 1 Basic Burger at 30 Burgers. Miranda also recommended the Number 1 basic burger at in the Princeton Shopping Center. Simply prepared burgers seem to be the new nouvelle cuisine, so I’m going to give this one a try, too.
I want to give a shout-out to Princeton, where I’ve lived for over 15 years, and to everyone creating these savory and sweet gems around town. On any given day, I can enjoy one and feel the pure joy of those flavors, just like a little kid.
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