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Home Care In Bradley Beach, NJ

Home Care Bradley Beach, 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 the historic The Carousel Building 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 Bradley Beach, 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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I cannot thank Always Best Care enough for helping us find an ideal Assisted Living Facility for my mother. We moved to the city a month ago and had little idea about the local senior living communities. I’d like to thank the highly experienced and knowledgeable caregivers of Always Best Care for helping our family during the difficult time.
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What is Non-Medical Senior Care in Bradley Beach, 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 Bradley Beach, 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 Riley Park 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 Marandola's Restaurant Bradley Beach or visit McCabe Avenue Beach, 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 Bradley Beach, 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 Bradley Beach, 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 Bradley Beach, 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:

  • Ocean Grove Assisted Living & Memory Care
  • Brandywine Senior Care
  • Manor by the Sea
  • Wellington Estates Assisted Living
  • Millennium Memory Care at Ocean
  • Brandywine Living at Wall
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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 Bradley Beach, 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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Average home prices have soared to over $900,000 in these 11 Monmouth, Ocean towns

Four-minute read0:001:07ADBRADLEY BEACH - Glenn and Dani Crooker were living in Ridgefield, Connecticut, with their four sons when they decided to buy a second home in 2019 where they could spend their summers entertaining friends and family, surfing and going for bike rides.But they learned that the summers at the Shore go by really fast. When it was time to pack up and return home, Dani would break down in tears. So last year, they decided to sell their Connecticut home and move to their Bradley Beach home fu...

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BRADLEY BEACH - Glenn and Dani Crooker were living in Ridgefield, Connecticut, with their four sons when they decided to buy a second home in 2019 where they could spend their summers entertaining friends and family, surfing and going for bike rides.

But they learned that the summers at the Shore go by really fast. When it was time to pack up and return home, Dani would break down in tears. So last year, they decided to sell their Connecticut home and move to their Bradley Beach home full time.

"During the pandemic, you just reevaluate your 'why,'" said Dani Crooker, 46. "I know a lot of people had these epiphanies. It kind of put things in perspective — and in a positive way. I know not everyone had the same positives out of that situation, but it just gave us (a chance to say), 'Let's reevaluate the priorities and get back to some basics.'"

Bradley Beach's housing market soared during the pandemic, becoming one of 11 towns in Monmouth and Ocean counties to record average sales prices of at least $900,000, according to an analysis by the Asbury Park Press of data from the New Jersey Division of Taxation.

Jersey Shore waterfront homes:Price rises will make your eyes pop

It is a sign that the borough, which once was considered an affordable place to live on the Jersey Shore, has transformed itself. Older homes have been renovated — or soon will be. And real estate observers say the secret appears to be out.

"It's a hot market," said Kathleen Printon, a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Homes in Spring Lake. "People are looking to buy, and Bradley has really turned around."

Printon, 61, moved with her family from Kingston, Middlesex County, to Bradley Beach in 2004, drawn to the area like any number of people who grew up visiting the Jersey Shore.

She and her husband bought a 1,100-square-foot house on Brinley Avenue for about $400,000. They made upgrades before moving eight years ago to a smaller home on Beach Avenue. She recently saw the Brinley Avenue home was worth more than $1 million.

Big bucks:Monmouth, Ocean housing market stays hot. If you have $25M, these can be yours

The Press in recent weeks has looked at average prices in the 53 towns in Monmouth and Ocean counties that had at least 25 sales in both 2020 and 2022 to get a glimpse at pandemic's impact on the region's housing market. It found average prices in those 53 towns rose from $534,623 to $700,212, or 31%.

Not all of the towns rose in lock step. West Long Branch posted the biggest increase, at 71%, while Rumson posted the biggest — and only — decline, at 6.7%, the data showed.

The latest list of most expensive towns included several places you would expect. Spring Lake, Bay Head and Rumson long have been associated with their high-end homes. But the list also showed prices were turbocharged.

In 2020, four towns had average home prices of at least $900,000. Two years later, that number rose to 11. They include four towns on Long Beach Island that saw an influx of vacation home buyers.

Also on the list is Bradley Beach, a borough of a little more than 4,000 that once was known for relatively affordable bungalows and amenities like a train station, a beach and a walkable downtown with highly rated restaurants. In hindsight, it's a surprise home prices didn't skyrocket sooner.

"If it's priced correctly, it's going to sell within the weekend," said Sean Price, an agent with Keller Williams East Monmouth. He recently listed a bungalow for $684,900 and received multiple offers. The home last was sold in 1993 for $151,000, according to property records, meaning its value rose 353%, or twice the rate of inflation.

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Dani Crooker said she found Bradley Beach by happenstance. Her husband owns a roofing company and had a project in Ocean Grove. They stayed at a long-term rental and began scouting the area, settling on a historic home in Bradley Beach that they could occupy during summers.

Crooker said she was always sad to go back to Connecticut. She began dropping hints, like, what if they just moved full-time? Her sons, now ages 9 to 16, were on board. When Labor Day rolled around and the summer ended last year, the Crookers stayed.

"I have to pinch myself," Crooker said. "I feel like I'm on vacation all the time."

Here are the 11 most expensive towns in Monmouth and Ocean counties:

1. Spring Lake

Average price 2022: $2.7 million

Average price 2020: $1.9 million

Percentage change: 39%

Rank in 2020: 1

Spring Lake:Long-lost Manet painting featured at this art gallery

2. Bay Head

Average price 2022: $1.8 million

Average price 2020: $1.4 million

Percentage change: 31%

Rank in 2020: 3

Bay Head:See inside Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard's Jersey Shore house

3. Rumson

Average price 2022: $1.7 million

Average price 2020: $1.8 million

Percentage change: -6%

Rank in 2020: 2

Price of a pricey home:Here are the 13 towns with the highest property tax bills in NJ

4. Long Beach Township

Average price 2022: $1.6 million

Average price 2020: $1.1 million

Percentage change: 49%

Rank in 2020: 4

Changes in cost:See how much property taxes have soared or sank in every town in Ocean County since 2017

5. Surf City

Average price 2022: $1.2 million

Average price 2020: $804,332

Percentage change: 53%

Rank in 2020: 8

Beach days are the best days:Readers share memories of Jersey Shore summers

6. Beach Haven

Average price 2022: $1.2 million

Average price 2020: $884,524

Percentage change: 34%

Rank in 2020: 5

Beach Haven:'Fresh' and 'authentic' Italian restaurant opens on LBI

7. Colts Neck

Average price 2022: $1.1 million

Average price 2020: $864,964

Percentage change: 24%

Rank in 2020: 6

Colts Neck's most famous residents:Bruce Springsteen, Patti Scialfa go for a horseback ride in town

8. Manasquan

Average price 2022: $1 million

Average price 2020: $805,730

Percentage change: 28%

Rank in 2020: 7

9. Ship Bottom

Average price 2022: $969,354

Average price 2020: $693,196

Percentage change: 40%

Rank in 2020: 10

Ship Bottom:Burger 25 opens on LBI, offering burgers, wings and Cookie Monster shakes

10. West Long Branch

Average price 2022: $916,131

Average price 2020: $534,618

Percentage change: 71%

Rank in 2020: 21

What's Going There?Here is why QuickChek decided this West Long Branch store was not worth keeping

11. Bradley Beach

Average price 2022: $902,066

Average price 2020: $672,467

Percentage change: 34%

Rank in 2020: 12

Michael L. Diamond is a business reporter who has been writing about the New Jersey economy and health care industry for more than 20 years. He can be reached at [email protected].

Bradley Beach, NJ – Auto Accident Ends in Injuries on Route 71 near Brinley Ave

Bradley Beach, NJ (June 8, 2023) – On Monday morning, June 5, a serious car accident was reported to officials in Bradley Beach. Responders were dispatched to the area shortly after the wreck happened to help the people involved.Sources report the incident occurred at around 9:20 a.m. on Route 71 just north of County Road 2/Brinley Avenue. Vehicles collided in the area, resulting in at least one person who suffered injuries.Paramedics, police officers, and fire crews were observed rendering aid at the crash site. P...

Bradley Beach, NJ (June 8, 2023) – On Monday morning, June 5, a serious car accident was reported to officials in Bradley Beach. Responders were dispatched to the area shortly after the wreck happened to help the people involved.

Sources report the incident occurred at around 9:20 a.m. on Route 71 just north of County Road 2/Brinley Avenue. Vehicles collided in the area, resulting in at least one person who suffered injuries.

Paramedics, police officers, and fire crews were observed rendering aid at the crash site. Police asked local drivers to follow the provided detour or plan an alternate route while the crash site was active.

A downed utility pole was observed at the scene. Police in Bradley Beach continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident.

Our thoughts are with everyone involved as we hope for their full and fast recovery.

Auto Collisions with Injuries

Since 2016, highways and roadways throughout America have been seeing an increasing number of dangerous and deadly traffic collisions. Unfortunately, the state of New Jersey is no exception to this trend. In 2019, there were over 500 fatal collisions reported throughout the Garden State. This is up from the previous year by approximately 3%. What is more alarming is the total number of traffic accident fatalities reported throughout the nation has been steadily increasing since 2013, by about 7.3%, according to a report completed by the Reason Foundation.

Even if a car crash doesn’t cause injuries, it can still cost a lot of money. This is why if you sustain an injury or significant damage to your property in an accident, consulting with a car crash lawyer at your earliest convenience can help protect your legal rights and get you the financial compensation you deserve. In the state of New Jersey, in 2018, over 1,300 auto collisions were caused by distracted driving, specifically texting and driving, resulting in over 500 injuries. Additionally, in 2018, 11.7% of drivers involved in auto accidents were legally intoxicated.

Driver negligence causes the majority of car crashes reported in the United States. It can be extremely difficult to sustain injuries in a car accident, especially when it was caused by the actions of a careless, reckless, or negligent driver. Negligent drivers often cause accidents that are more severe and catastrophic than other types of collisions, which can make the aftermath even more difficult for those who are hurt in them.

These statistics demonstrate the fact that negligent driving is a serious issue in New Jersey and throughout the United States, causing numerous injuries and fatalities. When you or someone you love has been hurt in an accident caused by negligence, contacting a car crash lawyer is definitely in your best interest. An auto accident attorney can help you recover financially so you can focus on your mental and physical well-being. At Metro Law, we have decades of experience helping injured accident victims collect full and fair financial compensation for the losses and damages they face. Call our law office at (800) 469-6476 to speak with a reputable and experienced car accident lawyer in Bradley Beach who can help you recover.

DNX 4 brings urban bachata sound to Bradley Beach

On the Road//3-minute read0:000:50ADThe Jersey City up-and-coming urban bachata group DNX 4 is ready for their Jersey Shore debut Saturday, Sept. 9, at the Latin Fest 2023 at Riley Park in Bradley Beach.Their rehearsals included a recent impromptu jam on the Asbury Park boardwalk.“I was so happy because they were screaming the songs with us,” said band member Junior “Jus Jay” Rosario, 17, Jersey City, of the reaction on the boardwalk.DNX 4, which includes Jean “JeanZ&...

On the Road//3-minute read

The Jersey City up-and-coming urban bachata group DNX 4 is ready for their Jersey Shore debut Saturday, Sept. 9, at the Latin Fest 2023 at Riley Park in Bradley Beach.

Their rehearsals included a recent impromptu jam on the Asbury Park boardwalk.

“I was so happy because they were screaming the songs with us,” said band member Junior “Jus Jay” Rosario, 17, Jersey City, of the reaction on the boardwalk.

DNX 4, which includes Jean “JeanZ” Rosario, 16, Jersey City; Johvany “Gio” Castillo, 18, Jersey City; and Keven Nuñez, 18, Bogota, came together earlier this year after an open casting call from industry man Marvin Flores, whose credits include working on the team that broke superstar American bachata group Aventura.

“The idea came together during COVID,” said Flores, who lives in Clifton. “Once we get over this, people are going to want to get back to hearing live music.”

So far, the DNX 4 has released two singles, “Me Porto Bonito,” a bachata-style Bad Bunny cover, and “Bori,” a bachata version of the Tekashi 69 and Lenier single.

Bachata is a vocal and guitar-based music born in the barrios of the Dominican Republic. It's at the top of the charts these days thanks to a modernized version of it performed by groups like Aventura.

DNX 4 is looking to bring it to the next generation.

“Kids are looking for a modern version so we're adding colors to it,” Junior said.

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DNX 4 has been taking the show on the road. They played the Stop Hate Teen Tour, an anti-bullying and mental health awareness school tour that hit schools and clubs in Jersey City and Paterson.

They also played the Plaza de las Americas in Washington Heights neighborhood of New York, not far from where Aventura, and frontman Romeo Santos, launched their careers.

“This this was a dream for me and it came true,” Junior said.

Maybe someday, like Romeo Santos and Aventura, they'll play MetLife Stadium?

“I want to get to the point where I can fill (MetLife) with the whole group,” Junior said.

Go: Bradley Beach Latin Fest 2023 with DNX 4, Swing Sabroso, Latin Mix Masters and Willie Will, 3 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, Riley Park, 615 Main St., Bradley Beach, free; bradleybeachnj.gov.

Celebrate Hank Williams' 100th birthday

It's a Hank on the roof birthday bash.

The 100th birthday of the great Hank Williams is Sept. 17, and local talent is headed to the roof of Bell Works in Holmdel on Sunday, Sept. 10, to celebrate. Pat Guadagno and His Lonesome Cowboys, Jackson Pines, Stormin’ Norman Seldin, Michael Patrick, Cranston Dean and more will play the music of the legendary singer-songwriter.

“You’ll hear ‘em all, like you never have before,” Guadagno said.

Williams hits include “Your Cheatin’ Heart,” “Hey, Good Lookin' “ and “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry,” and there's many more. All were composed and performed by the time Williams was 29. That was his age on New Year's Day in 1953 when he passed away on due to heart failure.

Go: Hank Williams Birthday Celebration, 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10, Bell Works, 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel, $35 in advance/$45 at the door; patguadagno.com.

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Chris Jordan, a Jersey Shore native, covers entertainment and features for the USA Today Network New Jersey. Contact him at @chrisfhjordan; [email protected]

NJ battles Christian group blocking Jersey Shore beach on Sundays

Sunday is not fun day at this Jersey Shore beach.New Jersey officials are in a stand-off with a local religious group that controls the resort town of Ocean Grove, which says thou shalt not go to the beach before noon on the Lord’s day.Government officials say that is clear violation of the separation of church and state, and sent a warning to the Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association, a Meth...

Sunday is not fun day at this Jersey Shore beach.

New Jersey officials are in a stand-off with a local religious group that controls the resort town of Ocean Grove, which says thou shalt not go to the beach before noon on the Lord’s day.

Government officials say that is clear violation of the separation of church and state, and sent a warning to the Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association, a Methodist group that operates the beach just south of Asbury Park, earlier this month:

“The purpose of this warning is to advise you of the . . . potential violation and to provide you with an opportunity to voluntarily take corrective actions,” said the letter from Robert H. Clark of the state Bureau of Coastal and Land Use Compliance and Enforcement.

The Christian Methodist group has an unusual agreement with the Monmouth County township that allows it to restrict beach access on Sunday mornings during the summer.

But the state Department of Environmental Protection says the chains and padlocks barring beach-goers on Sunday mornings violate the public-access rules in the Coastal Area Facilities Review Act, according to NJ.com.

The association’s president, Michael Badger, argued that closure “enhances religious and secular quality of life experiences in Ocean Grove,” the outlet reported.

The community group Neptune United has been protesting the closures since Memorial Day, according to reports. Founder Shane Martins said beach goers bypass the restrictions and are confronted by defenders of the Sunday policy. Police reportedly refrain from removing both the barriers and the bypassers.

The camp meeting association has been the center of controversy in the past, the New Jersey Patch reported.

Earlier this year, criticism came after the group rebuilt a cross-shaped pier near the waterfront.

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In 2007, it refused to give a lesbian couple a permit to get married on the boardwalk. They sued the group and won.

Ocean Grove, a small town of about 3,000 residents, is known by some as “God’s Square Mile.”

NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Tue 8/29

AdvisoriesHIGH RISK OF RIP CURRENTS. Life threatening rip currents are likely. The surf zone is dangerous for all levels of swimmers. Stay out of the water. Remember to heed the advice of the local beach patrol and flag warning systems.At the ShoreCurrent conditions and forecast as of Tue morningRip Current RiskHighWaves2 - 5 feetWindsFrom the East9 - 16 mph (Gust 21 mph)8 - 14 knots (Gust ...

Advisories

HIGH RISK OF RIP CURRENTS. Life threatening rip currents are likely. The surf zone is dangerous for all levels of swimmers. Stay out of the water. Remember to heed the advice of the local beach patrol and flag warning systems.

At the Shore

Current conditions and forecast as of Tue morning

Rip Current RiskHigh
Waves2 - 5 feet
WindsFrom the East9 - 16 mph (Gust 21 mph)8 - 14 knots (Gust 18 knots)
Ocean Temperature73° - 76°(Normal 73° - 79°)
Air Temperature74° - 79°
Sunrise/Sunset6:20am - 7:35pm
UV Index5 (Moderate)

MORE WEATHER: Dan Zarrow's 5 Day Forecast

Tide Times

SANDY HOOKSandy Hook BayHighTue 6:52aLowTue 1:02pHighTue 7:15pLowWed 1:47a
LONG BRANCHAtlantic OceanHighTue 6:26aLowTue 12:26pHighTue 6:49pLowWed 1:11a
MANASQUAN INLETAtlantic OceanHighTue 6:40aLowTue 12:38pHighTue 7:03pLowWed 1:23a
SEASIDE HEIGHTSAtlantic OceanHighTue 6:22aLowTue 12:30pHighTue 6:45pLowWed 1:15a
SEASIDE PARKBarnegat BayLowTue 5:00aHighTue 10:32aLowTue 5:07pHighTue 10:55p
BARNEGAT INLETBarnegat BayHighTue 6:41aLowTue 12:56pHighTue 7:06pLowWed 1:48a
MANAHAWKIN BRIDGEManahawkin BayHighTue 9:39aLowTue 4:41pHighTue 10:02pLowWed 5:26a
LITTLE EGG INLETGreat BayHighTue 7:38aLowTue 1:26pHighTue 8:04pLowWed 2:23a
ATLANTIC CITYAtlantic OceanHighTue 6:29aLowTue 12:28pHighTue 6:54pLowWed 1:22a
OCEAN DRIVE BRIDGETownsends InletHighTue 6:53aLowTue 12:49pHighTue 7:31pLowWed 1:47a
WILDWOOD CRESTAtlantic OceanHighTue 6:35aLowTue 12:34pHighTue 7:03pLowWed 1:30a
CAPE MAYDelaware BayHighTue 7:36aLowTue 1:26pHighTue 8:03pLowWed 2:19a

MORE TIDES: Info for 132 points along the NJ coast

Marine Forecast

From the National Weather Service, Mt. Holly

SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT

TODAY: E winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 3 to 4 ft. SE swell 2 to 4 ft at 8 seconds. Scattered showers.

TONIGHT: SE winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming S after midnight. Seas 4 to 5 ft. SE swell 3 to 5 ft at 11 seconds. Scattered showers.

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WED: SW winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming W in the afternoon. Seas 4 to 6 ft. SE swell 3 to 5 ft at 11 seconds. A chance of tstms in the morning. A chance of showers.

WED NIGHT: NW winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming N 10 to 15 kt after midnight. Seas 4 to 6 ft. SE swell 3 to 5 ft at 12 seconds. A chance of showers in the evening.

THU: N winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt. Seas 4 to 6 ft. SE swell 3 to 4 ft at 11 seconds.

THU NIGHT: NE winds 5 to 10 kt. Seas 4 to 5 ft. SE swell 3 to 4 ft at 10 seconds.

FRI: NE winds 10 to 15 kt, becoming E 5 to 10 kt. Seas 4 to 5 ft.

SAT: NE winds around 5 kt, becoming S in the afternoon and evening, then becoming SW after midnight. Seas 4 to 5 ft. Winds and seas higher in and near tstms.

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Data on this page amalgamated from several sources, including the National Weather Service (weather), National Ocean Service (tides), U.S. Naval Observatory (sun), and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (UV index).

Dan Zarrow is Chief Meteorologist for Townsquare Media New Jersey. The Shore Report is generated semi-automatically daily at 5 a.m. from mid-May to late September. Follow Dan's weather blog, Facebook page, and Twitter feed for your latest forecast and realtime weather updates.

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