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Home Care In Trenton, NJ

Home Care Trenton, NJ

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 1719 William Trent House Museum in Trenton, 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 Trenton, 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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The Always Best Care Difference

Since 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.

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“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.”

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“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.”

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“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.”

Gracie W.
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“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.”

Liz G.
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“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!”

Megan A.
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“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.”

Ann B.
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“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.”

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“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!”

Anny M.
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“Could not have asked for a more caring group of professionals. From care giver to support staff, they are exceptional”

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“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.”

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“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.”

Cerise N.
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“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!”

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“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.”

John R.
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“Faithful, Love, and Family.”

Toni W.
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“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.”

Vinita B.
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“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!!”

Jasmine F.
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“Roberto took care of my husband like he was a member of his family. He was God sent; thank God for him”

Lizeth C.
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“The aide's were respectful, reliable and friendly and staff responds timely to calls and needs”

Taylor B.
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“Everyone was great. I’ve come a long way due to the help of your aides. Thank you again!”

Jacqueline B.
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“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”

Manuel T.
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“Very very helpful, I was desperate when I called and that same day I had professional help. Tremendous your service”

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“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.”

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“Thank you Jahima, Esther, Satta, Myra, Kelly & Susan. Carmen should be pleased. Keep up the good work, and be safe!”

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“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.”

Francena R.
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“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.”

Debbie T.
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“You have been outstanding in caregiving and concern for us both. We cannot thank you enough. Thanks for always being there for us in every way.”

Janet R.
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“Gimbert and Carmen Fernandez are very knowledgeable in the area of elder care services and how best to provide workable care solutions for aging relatives. They are well informed on current issues and available options. I speak from my own experience here and strongly recommend then and their company to anyone in need of assistance in this area. They are compassionate and caring people which is critical in their business!”

Con S.
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“My wife and I are eternally grateful to Always Best Care for the wonderful care they provided for our Aunt and Uncle as they battled with diminishing health and mental conditions. Carmen and Gimbert were always available to us to answer questions and discuss aspects of care that was needed. Without their help the situations that we faced would have been so much worse. God Bless.”

Joel R.
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“Your service was just what I needed. I would not hesitate to use your services in the future if needed. I would recommend you to anyone needing your help. Again, thank you for caring.”

Kathie D.
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“Mai was wonderful in every way. She gave great care to my father and also cared for me and my family.”

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What is Non-Medical Senior Care in Trenton, NJ?

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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.

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When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.

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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.

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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.

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Types of Elderly Care in Trenton, NJ

To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:

Personal Care

Personal 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:

  • Eating
  • Mobility Issues
  • Incontinence
  • Bathing
  • Dressing
  • Grooming

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Home Helper

Home Helper Services

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:

  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Preparation
  • Pet Care
  • Prescription Refills
  • Morning Wake-Up
  • Walking
  • Reading
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Companionship Services

Companionship Services

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 Mill Hill Park in Trenton, NJ with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.

Common companionship services include:

  • Grocery Shopping
  • Transportation to Appointments
  • Nutritional Assistance
  • Conversation
  • Planning Outings
  • Completing Errands
  • Transportation to Community
  • Events and Social Outings
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Respite Care

Respite Care Services

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 Blue Danube Restaurant or visit Alexander Douglass House, 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.

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Benefits of Home Care in Trenton, NJ

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:

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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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 - 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.

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

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 Trenton, 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.

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Affordable 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:

If your loved one qualifies, Medicaid may help reduce in-home care costs. Review your NJ's Medicaid program laws and benefits, and make sure your senior's financial and medical needs meet Medicaid eligibility requirements.
Attendance and aid benefits through military service can cover a portion of the costs associated with in-home care for veterans and their spouses.
Many senior care services like in-home care are included in long-term care insurance options. Research different long-term care solutions to find a plan that provides coverage for senior care.
Home care can be included as part of a senior's private insurance plan. Read over your loved one's insurance policy carefully or speak with their insurance provider to determine if in-home care is covered.
Depending on the life insurance plan, you may be able to apply your policy toward long-term care. You may be able to use long-term-care coverage to help pay for in-home elderly care.
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Compassionate Care. Trusted Caregivers.

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 Trenton, 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.

Assisted Living Referral Services

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.


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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:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Recreational Activities
  • Social Outings
  • Emergency Medical Response
  • Medication Monitoring
  • Family Visitation
  • Personal Care
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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:

  • Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center
  • Water’s Edge Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
  • Royal Health Gate Nursing
  • Belle Care Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
  • Trent Center West
  • Cathedral Square Senior Citizens
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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.

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Taking the First Step with Always Best Care

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

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A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive

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Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider

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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 Trenton, 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.

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Latest News in Trenton, NJ

Here's What Happened In Trenton On Thursday (November 20th)

SENATE ACTION (QUORUM)Nominations Received and Referred to SJU:TO BE A BRIGADIER GENERAL OF THE ARMY NATIONAL GUARD:Derek Routt, of Egg Harbor Township, to fill a vacancy.TO BE A MEMBER OF THE ATHLETIC TRAINING ADVISORY COMMITTEE:Christina Emrich, of Tinton Falls, to replace William Hynick, Jr.TO BE A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL:Tracie DeSarno, of Union, to replace David Molowa.TO BE A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF HIGHER EDUCATION...

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Nominations Received and Referred to SJU:

TO BE A BRIGADIER GENERAL OF THE ARMY NATIONAL GUARD:

Derek Routt, of Egg Harbor Township, to fill a vacancy.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE ATHLETIC TRAINING ADVISORY COMMITTEE:

Christina Emrich, of Tinton Falls, to replace William Hynick, Jr.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL:

Tracie DeSarno, of Union, to replace David Molowa.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF HIGHER EDUCATION STUDENT ASSISTANCE AUTHORITY:

Drew Aromando, of Ortley Beach, to replace Michael Braden. Lisa Dougherty, of Manalapan, to replace Jon Larson.

Katherine Gallagher, of West Orange, to replace Elaine Papas-Varas.

Shawn O'Neill, of Hawthorne, to fill a vacancy.

Eduardo Valenzuela, of Piscataway, to replace Jean McDonald Rash.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE CASINO CONTROL COMMISSION:

James Plousis, of Ocean City.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE CASINO REINVESTMENT DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY:

Michael Laughlin, of Williamstown. William Sproule, of Galloway.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY BOARD OF TRUSTEES:

Angela Bess, of Moorestown, to replace Treby McLaughlin Williams. Carl Gibbs, Jr., of Southampton.

Suchir Govindarajan, of Bridgewater, to replace Tammy Tibbetts. Frederick Keating, of Glassboro, to replace Eleanor Horne.

Lauren Lalicon, of Bordentown, to replace Maria Falca-Dodson. Thomas McCarthy, of Allentown, to replace Rosedale Hymerling. Priscilla Nunez, of Clifton.

Allen Silk, of Pennington.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE GATEWAY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION:

Balpreet Grewal-Virk, of Upper Saddle River.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE HORIZON BLUE CROSS AND BLUE SHIELD, INC. OF NEW JERSEY - BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

Mahen Gunaratna, of Westfield, to replace Ralph Caputo.

TO BE THE HUDSON COUNTY DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT OF ELECTIONS:

Kevin Lacey, of Jersey City, to replace John Brzozowski.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY - BOARD OF TRUSTEES:

Michelle DeAngelo Bucceri, of Lyndhurst, to replace Preston Pinkett III. Marie-Marthelle Guervil, of Linden, to replace Mary Comito.

Arlene Quinones Perez, of Alexandria, to replace Francis Cuss.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE MOTION PICTURE AND TELEVISION DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION:

Janice Kovach, of Clinton. David Smith, of Pennington.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE NEW JERSEY ADVISORY COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN:

Diana Agu, of Morristown, to replace Deborah Berry-Toon. Jackie Cornell, of Pennington, to replace Deborah Veach. Toshira Maldonado, of Mays Landing, to replace Louvenia Major.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE NEW JERSEY HISTORIC TRUST:

Janet Foster, of Madison.

Deborah Marquis Kelly, of Crosswicks. Kenneth Alan Miller, of Morristown.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE NEW JERSEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY BOARD OF TRUSTEES:

Robert Cohen, of Basking Ridge. Gary Dahms, of Allenwood.

Nicholas DeNichilo, of Scotch Plains. Diane Montalto, of Woodcliff Lake.

Dennis Toft, of Berkeley Heights.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE NEW JERSEY SPORTS AND EXPOSITION AUTHORITY:

John Ballantyne, of Andover. Gail Gordon, of Fair Lawn.

Daniel Gumble, of Lyndhurst, to replace Michael Gluck. Mark Longo, of Cresskill, to replace Joseph Buckelew. Thomas Mullahey, of Rutherford.

Louis Stellato, Jr., of Lyndhurst.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE NEW JERSEY TRANSIT CORPORATION:

Munr Kazmir, of Closter, to replace Carlos Medina. Evan Weiss, of Frenchtown.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE NEW JERSEY TURNPIKE AUTHORITY:

Ulises Diaz, of Rutherford. Raphael Salermo, of Warren.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE PINELANDS COMMISSION:

Robert Jackson, of Del Haven, to replace Edward Lloyd.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE PORT AUTHORITY OF NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY:

Craig Guy, of Jersey City, to replace Joseph Kelley.

Joseph Kelley, of Hoboken, to replace Michelle Richardson. Kevin O'Toole, of Cedar Grove.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE RAMAPO COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY - BOARD OF TRUSTEES:

Susan Anisfield Vallario, of Upper Saddle River. William Dator, of Mahwah.

Stephan Lally, of Woodbridge, to replace Bartholomew Talamini. Brady O'Connor, of Denville, to replace Charles Shotmeyer.

George Ruotolo, Jr., of Cliffside Park. David Schlussel, of Teaneck.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE ROWAN UNIVERSITY BOARD OF TRUSTEES:

Barbara Armand Kushner, of New York, NY. Jean Edelman, of Great Falls, VA.

Sean Kennedy, of Medford, to replace Anthony Calabrese. Lawrence Salva, of Philadelphia, PA.

Adam Taliaferro, of Swedesboro.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE ROWAN UNIVERSITY - RUTGERS CAMDEN BOARD OF GOVERNORS:

Kate McDonnell, of Haddon Township, to replace Lisa Williams. Jacquelyn Suarez, of Sea Girt, to replace Louis Bezich.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE RUTGERS UNIVERSITY - BOARD OF TRUSTEES:

Marc de Grandpre, of Old Tappan, to replace Robert Mortensen. Jeanne Fox, of New Brunswick.

Derrick Green, of Southampton, to replace Hollis Copeland. Meet Patel, of Montvale, to replace Michael DuHaime.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE STATE BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS:

Edward Stinson, of Brigantine, to replace James Valenti.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE STATE COUNCIL ON DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES:

Maria Emma Anderson, of Prospect Park, to replace Stephanie Pratico. Michael McCarthy, of Dumont, to replace Tara Montague.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE STATE PAROLE BOARD:

Christopher Bateman, of Neshanic Station, to replace Thomas Haaf.

Annette Chaparro, of Hoboken.

Frank Del Vecchio, of Ridgewood.

Marguerite Schaffer, of Bedminster, to replace Julio Marenco. Brian Woods, of Shamong, to replace Kerri Cody.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE STOCKTON UNIVERSITY BOARD OF TRUSTEES:

Collins Days, Sr., of Atlantic City. Madeleine Deininger, of Sonoma, CA. Sonia Gonsalves, of Oxford, GA. Mary Maples, of Lincroft.

Mukesh Roy, of Mays Landing.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE UNION COUNTY BOARD OF TAXATION:

Nicolino Curiale, of Summit, to replace Maureen McLeer Morin. Jeanne Kingsley, of Berkeley Heights, to replace George Wagenhoffer. Mary O'Connor, of Cranford, to replace Peter Lijoi.

TO BE A MEMBER OF THE WILLIAM PATERSON UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY - BOARD OF TRUSTEES:

Lourdes Cortez, of Elmwood Park. John Galandak, of Sandyston.

Frederick Gruel, of Bridgewater. Robert Guarasci, of Paterson. Kevin Lenahan, of Flanders.

Audrey McDowell, of Paterson. Brad Neilley, Sr., of Princeton. Linda Niro, of Boca Raton, FL. William Pesce, of Basking Ridge. Michael Seeve, of Upper Montclair. Joseph Velli, of Allendale.

Deborah Zastocki, of Naples, FL.

Bills Introduced:

S4886 Bucco,A Sales and use tax rate-decrease from 6.625 to 6 percent REF SBA S4887 Bucco,A Corporate transit fee-eliminate REF SBA

S4888 Bucco,A Mortgage loan originators-work from remote locations, certain circumstances REF SLA

S4889 Lagana,J Real estate salesperson or broker-saleperson-clarifies current law, comm paid REF SCM

S4890 Burzichelli,J Civil svc-permit mun, counties, sch dist, & political subdivisions to withdraw REF

SSG S4891 Burzichelli,J Civil Service-hire from or promote within top five eligible candidates REF SSG

S4892 Burzichelli,J Civil Service-estab streamlined hiring process pilot program, counties & mun REF

SSG S4893 Stack,B Fish and Game Council membership-revise REF SEG

S4894 Vitale,J Advisory Comm. on Immunization Practices-revise cert references in statutory law REF

SHH S4896 Zwicker,A Law enforcement officers-proh concealing ID during certain public operations

REF SLP SJR170 Singleton,T Timbuctoo's 200th anniversary-celebrate and commemorate REF SEN

Co-Sponsors Added:

S4444 (Gopal,V) Neurological diseases, certain-require health insurance coverage

S4785 (Turner,S) Work First New Jersey Child Care-increase appropriation in FY2026;$28M

Co-Prime Sponsor Added:

S4339 (Greenstein,L) Police, contact COVID-19-prov accidental disability benefits, cert circumstances

The Senate adjourned at 4:00 P.M. to meet again on Monday, November 24, 2025 (QUORUM).

ASSEMBLY ACTION

The Assembly did not meet. The Assembly will meet on Monday, November 24, 2025 (QUORUM,

Committee Groups “A” and “B” scheduled to meet). Bills Passed Both Houses/Sent To Governor:

None

Bills Signed Into Law Since Last Session (11/17/2025):

None

10 most expensive homes sold in the Trenton area, Nov. 17-23

A house in Ewing that sold for $565,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Trenton area in the past week.The area saw a total of 31 residential real estate sales during the past week, averaging $194,206. The average price per square foot was $126.The prices in the list below include real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of Nov. 17 even if the property may have been sold earlier.10. $205K, detached house at 220 Woodland StreetThe sale of the single-family...

A house in Ewing that sold for $565,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Trenton area in the past week.

The area saw a total of 31 residential real estate sales during the past week, averaging $194,206. The average price per square foot was $126.

The prices in the list below include real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of Nov. 17 even if the property may have been sold earlier.

10. $205K, detached house at 220 Woodland Street

The sale of the single-family house at 220 Woodland Street in Trenton has been finalized. The price was $205,000. It was built in 1900. The deal was finalized on Oct. 30.

9. $220K, single-family home at 712 Ohio Ave.

The single-family residence at 712 Ohio Ave. in Ewing has new owners. The price was $220,000. The house was built in 1927 and has a living area of 1,806 square feet. The price per square foot was $122. The deal was finalized on Nov. 4.

8. $238K, single-family residence at 220 Landing Street

The sale of the single-family house at 220 Landing Street in Trenton has been finalized. The price was $238,000. It was built in 1897 and has a living area of 1,300 square feet. The price per square foot was $183. The deal was finalized on Oct. 29.

7. $250K, single-family home at 316 Gardner Ave.

The property at 316 Gardner Ave. in Trenton has new owners. The price was $250,000. The detached house was built in 1918 and has a living area of 1,464 square feet. The price per square foot was $171. The deal was finalized on Oct. 30.

6. $265K, detached house at 144 Carlton Ave.

A single-family residence at 144 Carlton Ave. in Ewing, has been sold. The price was $265,000. The house was built in 1950 and has a living area of 1,544 square feet. The price per square foot was $172. The deal was finalized on Oct. 29.

5. $270K, single-family home at 220 Homecrest Ave.

The property at 220 Homecrest Ave. in Ewing, has new owners. The price was $270,000. The single-family house was built in 1922. The deal was finalized on Nov. 1.

4. $325K, single-family residence at 33 Harding Street

A 2,110-square-foot single-family house at 33 Harding Street in Ewing has been sold. The price was $325,000, $154 per square foot. The house was built in 1960. The deal was finalized on Oct. 29.

3. $351K, single-family home at 15 Kilmer Drive

A 1,166-square-foot single-family residence at 15 Kilmer Drive in Ewing, has been sold. The total purchase price was $351,000, $301 per square foot. The house was built in 1957. The deal was finalized on Oct. 31.

2. $370K, detached house at 1236 Prospect Street

A sale has been finalized for a single-family residence at 1236 Prospect Street in Ewing. The price was $370,000. The house was built in 1952 and the living area totals 1,248 square feet. The price per square foot ended up at $296. The deal was finalized on Nov. 1.

1. $565K, detached house at 29 Clement Ave.

The property at 29 Clement Ave. in Ewing has new owners. The price was $565,000. The single-family house was built in 1940 and has a living area of 3,590 square feet. The price per square foot was $157. The deal was finalized on Nov. 1.

Department of State, Division of Elections

Individuals can request copies of a petition by completing an OPRA request. Who Can File a Challenge? Any individual may file a challenge. Procedure for Filing a Challenge? Objections must be based on the statutory requirements in N.J.S.A. Title 19 for petitions. Objections must specify in detail each individual defect. Objectors should retain a copy of their challenges. Objectors must provi...

Individuals can request copies of a petition by completing an OPRA request.

Who Can File a Challenge?

Any individual may file a challenge.

Procedure for Filing a Challenge?

Objections must be based on the statutory requirements in N.J.S.A. Title 19 for petitions.

Objections must specify in detail each individual defect.

Objectors should retain a copy of their challenges.

Objectors must provide the Division with the names, address and contact number of any legal representative, or if not represented, their contact number. The contact number must be a phone where the individual can be reached during and after regular business hours.

Where to File the Challenge?

Objections may be emailed or hand delivered to the Division of Elections. The office is located at 225 West State Street, 1st Floor, Trenton, NJ 08608.

Objections can be emailed to: [email protected]

When Can Someone File a Challenge?

Objections must be made in writing no later than December 5, 2025 at 4 p.m.

After Filing the Challenge – What to Expect?

In all challenges, the objector has the burden of proving that a petition is invalid.

The Division of Elections will provide all parties with a copy of the Challenge.

The Division of Elections will provide the Office of Administrative Law (OAL) with the original petition and the challenge.

The OAL will conduct a hearing on the objection.

Hearings for all Special Primary Election Challenges will begin on December 8, 2025.

Hearings are being conducted remotely. You will be informed of the specific time and details to participate.

After the Hearing – What to Expect?

At the conclusion of the hearing, an Initial Decision from OAL will be prepared and provided to the Lt. Governor/Secretary of State.

The Lt. Governor/Secretary of State will then Adopt, Modify or Reject the Initial Decision and prepare a Final Decision.

A copy of the Final Decision will be emailed to all parties.

The Final Decision is reviewable by the Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division.

Who Can File a Challenge?

Any individual may file a challenge.

Procedure for Filing a Challenge?

Objections must be based on the statutory requirements in N.J.S.A. Title 19 for petitions.

Objections must specify in detail each individual defect.

Objectors should retain a copy of their challenges.

Objectors must provide the Division with the names, address and contact number of any legal representative, or if not represented, their contact number. The contact number must be a phone where the individual can be reached during and after regular business hours.

Where to File the Challenge?

Objections may be emailed or hand delivered to the Division of Elections. The office is located at 225 West State Street, 1st Floor, Trenton, NJ 08608.

Objections can be emailed to: [email protected]

When Can Someone File a Challenge?

Objections must be made in writing no later than February 9, 2026 at 4 p.m.

After Filing the Challenge – What to Expect?

In all challenges, the objector has the burden of proving that a petition is invalid.

The Division of Elections will provide all parties with a copy of the Challenge.

The Division of Elections will provide the Office of Administrative Law (OAL) with the original petition and the challenge.

The OAL will conduct a hearing on the objection.

Hearings for all Special General Election Challenges will begin on February 10, 2026.

Hearings are being conducted remotely. You will be informed of the specific time and details to participate.

After the Hearing – What to Expect?

At the conclusion of the hearing, an Initial Decision from OAL will be prepared and provided to the Lt. Governor/Secretary of State.

The Lt. Governor/Secretary of State will then Adopt, Modify or Reject the Initial Decision and prepare a Final Decision.

A copy of the Final Decision will be emailed to all parties.

The Final Decision is reviewable by the Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division.

His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon Presides at 110th Anniversary Celebrations at St. Vladimir Church in Trenton, NJ

On Saturday, October 18, and Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the invitation of His Eminence Archbishop Michael, Archbishop of New York and the Diocese of New York and New Jersey, His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon made an archpastoral visit to St. Vladimir Church in Trenton, NJ, to preside at their 110th anniversary celebrations.On Saturday evening, Priest Volodymyr Chaikivskyi, Rector, celebrated Great Vespers. At the conclusion of the service, he welcomed His Beatitude and His Eminence to the community for the joyous celebration of thei...

On Saturday, October 18, and Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the invitation of His Eminence Archbishop Michael, Archbishop of New York and the Diocese of New York and New Jersey, His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon made an archpastoral visit to St. Vladimir Church in Trenton, NJ, to preside at their 110th anniversary celebrations.

On Saturday evening, Priest Volodymyr Chaikivskyi, Rector, celebrated Great Vespers. At the conclusion of the service, he welcomed His Beatitude and His Eminence to the community for the joyous celebration of their founding. Before joining parishioners for a meal in the parish hall, His Beatitude toured a traveling icon exhibition, developed and curated by iconographer Lydia Lynette Hull, which was brought to the parish for the weekend.

On Sunday morning, His Beatitude presided over the celebration of the hierarchical Divine Liturgy. Concelebrating with His Beatitude were Archbishop Michael, Father Volodymyr, and visiting clergy.

In his homily, His Beatitude paid special attention to the meaning of the seed as the word of God in Christ’s Parable of the Sower (Lk. 8:5-15). His Beatitude said, “Our task, then, starts with hearing and keeping the word. Of course we hear this word every Sunday and feast day in Church, when the clergy proclaim the Gospel. But it should also be happening on a daily basis; we should constantly be searching the Scriptures. St. Ambrose says that God still walks in Scripture as if in a garden, calling out for fallen man. If we wish to hear the voice of his calling, we must read the words of the Scripture.”

Following the Anaphora, His Eminence ordained Mr. Alen Basil Berck to the holy diaconate. At the conclusion of the Divine Liturgy, a Synodal Gramota was presented to the parish in recognition of their anniversary. His Beatitude also shared primatial greetings with Archpriest Paul Shafran, Pastor Emeritus, who faithfully served the community for over seven decades. To commemorate the visit, the parish presented His Beatitude with a set of episcopal vestments.

A festive luncheon in the parish hall concluded the celebrations.

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