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Home Care In East Rutherford, NJ

Home Care East Rutherford, 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 Kip Homestead 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 East Rutherford, 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 am a current client of this provider They answer when I call and they help me when I have questions. They review everything. When people can't work they find someone else to cover. The aides are lovely. The woman I deal with is always available. She helps in any what that she can. She is willing to take over.”

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“I am a current client of this provider I have to work so I can't watch John. It is nice that the caregiver is right there all the time. I like Paulette the owner because she is very prompt. She practically answers call herself.”

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“I am a current client of this provider They help her with everything. They wash her up, they take her to the bathroom, they dress her. They prepare something for her to eat. They are dependable. They are responsible. They always seem to have a good caregiver for my mom.”

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“I am a current client of this provider They come and help him with daily living. They fix his bed and give him food. He can't do those things on his own. They could accommodate better for Spanish-speaking people to come into the home a little more. It is difficult with the language barrier sometimes.”

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“I am a current client of this provider I couldn't get through the day without them, they take care of all of her needs when I am gone. The girls that come over are great and take good care of my mother-in-law.”

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“For almost two years, we have been using Always Best Care’s In-Home Care services to aid in my father's care needs. I live around an hour away from his place and can’t see my dad every day. But I am glad that someone reliable is there to take care of him.”

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“With Always Best Care, I had peace of mind that my dad was cared by someone professional and experienced. I was assured that all his need and demands were fulfilled on time. Thanks to the entire team!”

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“It is very reassuring to know that my mother is being cared for by someone who is so compassionate and understands her needs. She was diagnosed with dementia last year and had almost lost interest in everything. Thanks to the wonderful caregivers of Always Best Care, she is once again smiling and laughing like before.”

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“Always Best Care did an outstanding job helping me through the process of understanding all their care options. I appreciate everything they've done and continue to do and I highly recommend them to all.”

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“I am a past client of this provider Thank you Always Best Care for sending Joanna to care for my father post his double knee replacement surgery. Due to my frequent business trips, I wasn’t able to provide him the care he needed. I am glad I found Joanna who is extremely cordial and know her duties well.”

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“I am a current client of this provider Because of the good care that my parents are receiving, they are able to stay at a nicer facility with a lower level of care. Always Best Care makes up the difference in care. I have referred my friends numerous times because of the office staff.”

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“I am a past client of this provider Always Best Care is one of the best home care organization whose services I have ever received. Before hiring ABC, I went to so many other institutions but was not satisfied with any of their services. But ABC’s whole staff welcomed me and discussed a detailed plan with me for my mother’s recovery. Thank God. My mother is in safe hands now! Thank you Always Best Care!”

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“I am a current client of this provider It is very reassuring to know that my mother is being cared for by someone who is so compassionate and understands her needs. She was diagnosed with dementia last year and had almost lost interest in everything. Thanks to the wonderful caregivers of Always Best Care, she is once again smiling and laughing like before.”

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“From what I received as a feedback from my parents the staff is very friendly, the food is good , and they have made some good friends there.”

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“I am a past client of this provider I had two different caregivers and they each worked a week. I was not strong enough to provide the care that was needed. I didn't want to restrict him, so I had help to allow him to get up whenever he wanted. I had to work, go to the store, and do my laundry.”

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“I am a current client of this provider Our caregiver is excellent but I don't think they get enough support from the office. The services give me peace of mind knowing my loved one is being cared for properly.”

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“I am a current client of this provider My only problem with the agency is that my caregivers call out every other week, so I don't have someone for two weeks. Since I had a stroke and I had to go on disability, I had to give up my car, so they drive places for me.”

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“I am a past client of this provider Always Best Care was involved with the JACC Program, and now they aren't. My last caregiver was wonderful, so it'd be good if they were all like that. The caregiver I had was wonderful and did an excellent job.”

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“I am a past client of this provider Always Best Care is a good company. They provided quality care for me. I had a caregiver that was excellent through Always Best Care. She was perfect for what I needed, and she definitely improved my life.”

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“Other I truly believe that without the help of Always Best Care, keeping my mother at home alone would have not been possible. Their caregivers take care of my mother exactly the way I would have if I was home. They help my mother with her bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, walking, and more. When my mother falls asleep, they take care of chores like dusting and vacuuming. When they are with my mother, I never feel worried. In such a short span of time, they have become a part of our family. Always Best Care has definitely surpassed my expectations. I highly recommend their services.”

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“Very good senior care service. Very dedicated and competent people, I am happy I have the pleasure of knowing and working with them. I recommend their home care service in Flanders.”

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“Always Best Care is an excellent company. We have used Always Best Care a few times now and have always been more then satisfied with the service from them.”

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“I am a current client of this provider The people from Always Best Care are very accurate, very concerned and very caring people. They listen to my needs and concerns as well as my mother's wants. Then they offer the exact person I need for my mother's care. This is the first time that I had somebody who is the owner and a nurse that shows up unexpectedly to check out that everything is doing well and that I think is wonderful. I recommend them to everybody.”

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What is Non-Medical Senior Care in East Rutherford, 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 East Rutherford, 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 Sesselman 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 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 Vesta Wood-Fired or visit Iviswold, 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 East Rutherford, 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 East Rutherford, 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 East Rutherford, 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.

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The 0-5 Jets are struggling to rebuild a foundation while frustrated fans have heard it all before

The struggling New York Jets and many of their frustrated fans are on conflicting timelines.It's Year 1 of a major rebuild for Aaron Glenn. It feels like forever for those still rooting for the team.Glenn, a former star player who returned as the team's head coach in January, inspired confidence with talk of changing the culture and turning around the franchise. He dismissed the notion that even through their early season struggles, these are not the “same old Jets.”At the NFL combine in February, Glenn rampe...

The struggling New York Jets and many of their frustrated fans are on conflicting timelines.

It's Year 1 of a major rebuild for Aaron Glenn. It feels like forever for those still rooting for the team.

Glenn, a former star player who returned as the team's head coach in January, inspired confidence with talk of changing the culture and turning around the franchise. He dismissed the notion that even through their early season struggles, these are not the “same old Jets.”

At the NFL combine in February, Glenn ramped things up during his chat with reporters when he said: “We're here to win now.” For a team with the league's longest active playoff drought at 14 seasons, that was music to the fanbase's ears.

“What coach is not here to win now?" Glenn said Monday. "What I did say is I’m not thinking about the Super Bowl, I’m not thinking about the playoffs. I’m thinking about building a foundation. That’s exactly what we’re doing.”

But now, the Jets are 0-5 and the NFL's lone winless team after a dismal 37-22 loss to Dallas on Sunday.

“I’m not changing that at all: Yes, we are here to win now,” Glenn reiterated. "Have we done it yet? No, we haven’t. I understand that. We’re 0-and-5 and we own that. But I do know this: That’s not going to stop us from doing everything we can to win.

“So, absolutely, we are here to win now, like every other coach is.”

But Glenn is now on the wrong side of franchise history. He's the first Jets coach to begin his tenure with five losses. And this is only the fourth time they're 0-5.

Fans' patience has worn thin or, perhaps by now, been completely worn out. They've heard it all before: The culture will change and the Jets will get back to winning. They want to believe that.

But all the losing — and most importantly, how these Jets are doing so — takes them back to that sinking feeling that has plagued them for years. New York has no takeaways on defense in the first five games, 30 accepted penalties in the last three games, several missed tackles and countless mental mistakes.

Defensive tackle Harrison Phillips says Glenn has kept the locker room together through it all, avoiding the feelings of “here we go again” and not wavering from the process.

“It’s not lip service with AG,” Phillips said. "You can feel his passion. ... When he looks you in the eyes, it’s like he’s looking into your soul.”

He added: “He sees what we have. He sees what we're going through. And he believes in it, so why shouldn’t you?”

It's a tough sell to the fans who had low expectations, but still wanted to see clear improvements. But Glenn and new general manager Darren Mougey are in what is essentially a rebuild of a failed rebuild of a failed rebuild by previous regimes.

Phillips was drafted by Buffalo in 2018, a year after the Bills snapped their 17-year playoff drought and turned into one of the NFL's best teams. He signed with Minnesota in 2022, when the Vikings built themselves into regular playoff contenders. And he thinks Jets fans should show some “grace” as the team tries to right itself.

“It takes a long time to rebuild a program,” he said. “It wasn't just created overnight. You have to mold and beat in what the culture is going to be to players to get them out of the past.”

What’s working

The running game. In the two games since Fields returned from a concussion, the Jets have run the ball with consistency and effectiveness. They had 144 yards against Dallas, including a season-high 113 by Breece Hall — who also had a costly fumble that short-circuited a drive near the goal line. In the loss at Miami last Monday night, New York ran for 197 yards.

What needs help

Take your pick. The Jets could use some interceptions or fumble recoveries since they have none. They could also do a better job of tackling after missing 14 attempts against the Cowboys. All that, plus not being able to get consistent stops, has defensive coordinator Steve Wilks a popular target of criticism.

Stock up

TE Mason Taylor. The Jets wanted to get the rookie second-rounder more involved in the offense and he's becoming a reliable target for Justin Fields. Taylor had season highs with nine catches, 67 yards receiving and 12 targets against Dallas.

Stock down

RT Armand Membou. After a solid first four games, the first-rounder was called for four penalties — his first of the season — against the Cowboys. The No. 7 overall pick was flagged for an illegal man downfield penalty, holding, offside (which was declined) and a false start.

Injuries

Glenn said edge rusher Jermaine Johnson (ankle) and RB/KR Kene Nwangwu (hamstring) were making the trip to London on Monday and will be evaluated through the week. ... CB Michael Carter II (concussion) won't make the trip Monday, but Glenn said he could rejoin the team later in the week if he clears the protocol. ... Rookie LB Kiko Mauigoa has a sprained foot.

Key number

0 — The Jets are the first NFL team to have no takeaways through the first five games since 1933, when turnovers were first tracked, according to ESPN Research. The only team since 1960 to go six straight at any point without a takeaway was the 2018 San Francisco 49ers, according to Sportradar.

Next steps

The Jets will have a day off Tuesday in London before beginning on-field preparations for their game against the Denver Broncos on Sunday at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

AP Pro Football Writer Josh Dubow contributed to this report.

Jets have no wins and no takeaways on defense this season

EAST RUTHERFORD — Aaron Glenn and the Jets are making history in all the wrong ways this season.And they’re only five games in.The Jets dropped to 0-5 with a dismal showing in a 37-22 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, leaving them as the NFL’s only winless team.“Highly disappointed,” Glenn said.A former Pro Bowl cornerback who played eight of his 15 seasons in New York, Glenn became the first coach in franchise history to begin his tenure with five losses.“It’s ...

EAST RUTHERFORD — Aaron Glenn and the Jets are making history in all the wrong ways this season.

And they’re only five games in.

The Jets dropped to 0-5 with a dismal showing in a 37-22 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, leaving them as the NFL’s only winless team.

“Highly disappointed,” Glenn said.

A former Pro Bowl cornerback who played eight of his 15 seasons in New York, Glenn became the first coach in franchise history to begin his tenure with five losses.

“It’s a tough game,” he said. “And it’s coached and played by real men. And listen, I’m going to embrace this challenge, all right, just like any other challenge. And we’re going to figure out as a team, we’re going to figure out how to get out of this hole.”

Glenn insisted when he was hired in January that the Jets would someday become respectable winners again because, as he said at his introductory news conference: “We’re the freakin’ Jets. And we’re built for this (stuff).”

He has also bemoaned those saying this version of the team is the ”same old Jets.” But he has cautioned that it takes time and patience. And that’s something frustrated fans don’t have much of, in any, these days. Not for a team with the NFL’s longest playoff drought at 14 years, and counting.

It’s New York’s fourth 0-5 start and first since starting 0-13 in 2020 under Adam Gase.

The Jets also became the first team in NFL history to have no takeaways in any of their first five games since 1933, when turnovers were first tracked, according to ESPN Research.

“I don’t know if it’s true or not, but I just know this: We haven’t taken the ball away,” Glenn said. “And that’s one thing you guys hear me say: It’s not giveaways, it’s not turnovers. You have to take the ball away. That’s what you do as a defense. That has to be the mentality of the defense, that we have to go and get it because no one’s going to give it to us.”

The Jets’ defense was considered a strength entering the season, especially with two-time All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner and three-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Quinnen Williams leading the way. But New York hasn’t been able to get any interceptions or fumble recoveries.

“The reason why it’s sickening,” linebacker Jamien Sherwood said, “is because that’s the difference between winning and losing, at the end of the day.”

Well, that and other mistakes, such as the 14 missed tackles, according to Next Gen Stats. Not being able to take down opposing ballcarriers has been a theme through the first five games.

Glenn dismissed the notion that perhaps he, after being Detroit’s defensive coordinator the past four years, could pull playcalling duties from Steve Wilks.

“I know that’s going to be the thing everyone says, but I always go back to my first year in Detroit when we struggled on defense, too,” Glenn said. “Our head coach had a lot of confidence in me making sure we get it right. And I feel the exact same way. I have a lot of confidence in Wilks. He’s done a lot of great things in this league as a defensive coordinator. And I’m going to allow him to do his job.”

Penalties have also been a problem on all sides of the ball. The Jets had 10 more against the Cowboys, giving them 30 accepted calls in their last three games.

“I don’t know what it is,” Gardner said of the Jets’ overall struggles. “Like I told you, this has been keeping me up at night. But I don’t know what it is right now.”

The Jets have seen multiple possessions this season end in fumbles that have been recovered by opponents. Dallas was the latest to take advantage, this time when Breece Hall drove toward the end zone with New York down 10-3 and looking for the tying score.

But Hall had the ball knocked out and the Cowboys recovered. And then Dallas went on a 91-yard touchdown drive — its second of 90 or more yards — to take a 17-3 lead with 57 seconds left in the first half. It was a momentum-swinging error from which the Jets couldn’t recover.

“It’s unacceptable by me,” Hall said. “As one of the best players on the offense, you can’t put us in that situation.”

Still, Glenn is shouldering the blame for the Jets’ lousy start.

He said he spoke earlier in the week to former NFL head coaches Tony Dungy and Jimmy Johnson — both Pro Football Hall of Famers — to hear how they got through their own rough first seasons. Dungy opened 0-5 with Tampa Bay en route to a 6-10 finish in 1996. Johnson was 1-15 with Dallas in 1989, including an 0-8 start.

“I’m not throwing any of these guys out,” Glenn said. “The only thing that we can do is go back to work. … We’re doing everything we can to fix all these issues, and that’s all we can do.”

Rodgers sparkles in Steelers debut

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Aaron Rodgers turned back the clock with a vintage performance in his Steelers debut that featured big throws, no turnovers and a late victory over his former team.Rodgers threw four touchdown passes -- two in a 50-second span in the second half -- and Chris Boswell kicked a go-ahead 60-yard field goal with 1:03 remaining to lead Pittsburgh to a 34-32 victory over the New York Jets on Sunday."I love beating everybody," Rodgers said. "It doesn't matter who it is."But this one h...

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Aaron Rodgers turned back the clock with a vintage performance in his Steelers debut that featured big throws, no turnovers and a late victory over his former team.

Rodgers threw four touchdown passes -- two in a 50-second span in the second half -- and Chris Boswell kicked a go-ahead 60-yard field goal with 1:03 remaining to lead Pittsburgh to a 34-32 victory over the New York Jets on Sunday.

"I love beating everybody," Rodgers said. "It doesn't matter who it is."

But this one had to be a little more satisfying, especially after he was released by the Jets and new coach Aaron Glenn in the offseason.

"I was happy to beat everybody associated with the Jets," Rodgers said when asked if he was pleased to beat Glenn. "I gave as much as I could to the team. I didn't have any hard feelings about it not working out. I didn't maybe appreciate the way it went down in the end, but that's in the past.

"And we're 1-and-0."

With the Steelers trailing 32-31, Rodgers got the ball with just over three minutes left and led the offense into Jets territory. On fourth-and-11 from the 42, Steelers Coach Mike Tomlin opted for a field goal try and Boswell easily made the kick.

"I can't say enough about Boz," Tomlin said. "Our kicker is a serial killer. He's got a low pulse rate. He can't wait to deliver."

The Jets had a chance to drive for a potential winning field goal when they got the ball back with 56 seconds remaining. On fourth-and-3, Justin Fields connected with Garrett Wilson for what could've been a first down -- but Jalen Ramsey slammed hard into the Jets receiver, who couldn't hold onto the ball.

The 41-year-old Rodgers then just needed to take a knee to cap a successful return to the stadium he called home the past two seasons. He was 22 of 30 for 244 yards with TD passes to Calvin Austin III, Jaylen Warren, Jonnu Smith and Ben Skowronek.

"Boz bailed us out with an amazing kick," Rodgers said. "It was a good team win. A lot of new guys made some plays. Proud of our guys."

Fields, also playing against his former team, ran for his second touchdown of the game to put the Jets ahead 32-31 with 7:01 remaining when he faked a handoff to Breece Hall, who had 107 yards on 19 carries, rolled to his right and high-stepped his way into the end zone for a 1-yard score.

Fields' two-point conversion throw to Wilson was incomplete, keeping it a one-point game.

The score came a few plays after Fields ran for 4 yards on third-and-1 from the 14, but Wilson was called for a low block. Officials then announced they made a mistake and the penalty was actually on Ramsey -- who also wears No. 5 -- and it kept the Jets' drive alive.

Fields finished 16 of 22 for 218 yards with a TD pass to Wilson, and also ran for 48 yards on 12 carries.

It was also the first time in NFL history that quarterbacks in Week 1 on both sides faced the teams for which they started the season opener the previous year.

"I think we played well," Fields said. "I think we ran the ball well. Our offensive line did a great job. We only had one sack and that was in the red zone. As a team, we were docile and kind of keeping each other in the fight."

The turning point came in the fourth quarter when Rodgers threw his third TD pass, connecting with Warren for a 5-yard score that cut Pittsburgh's deficit to 26-24.

The Steelers got the ball right back when Kenneth Gainwell forced Xavier Gipson to fumble the kickoff and Skowronek recovered at the Jets 22 on the game's first turnover.

Rodgers took advantage two plays later, throwing an 18-yard TD pass to Austin to put the Steelers up 31-26 with 14:07 left.

"Man, we can't have turnovers," Glenn said. "We can't do it. We have to be a more disciplined team. ... That's something that will be addressed. You will not be on the field with this team if you're going to cause us to lose games."

Oasis Live '25 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford: Everything you need to know

Chances are good that Oasis is going to get a better reception at MetLife Stadium this weekend than they did at the Stone Pony in Asbury Park 30 years ago.The Brit band's New Jersey debut did not go smoothly when they played the legendary club on their first U.S. tour in March of 1995.“Somebody threw a plastic beer bottle and it hit (lead singer Liam Gallagher) on the head during the first song,” said Peter Mantas, now the entertainment director for the Break and Low Dive venues across the street from the Pony, prev...

Chances are good that Oasis is going to get a better reception at MetLife Stadium this weekend than they did at the Stone Pony in Asbury Park 30 years ago.

The Brit band's New Jersey debut did not go smoothly when they played the legendary club on their first U.S. tour in March of 1995.

“Somebody threw a plastic beer bottle and it hit (lead singer Liam Gallagher) on the head during the first song,” said Peter Mantas, now the entertainment director for the Break and Low Dive venues across the street from the Pony, previously to the Asbury Park Press. “The roadie got on the mic and said if anything else is thrown the show's over.”

The concert was part of the “Definitely Maybe” tour. A reporter from Rolling Stone was at the show.

“Tonight, in front of a capacity audience at New Jersey's legendary Stone Pony, in Asbury Park, they aren't exactly getting star treatment,” states the article. “Before the band starts playing, a sodden cry rises up from the back of the sold-out room: “(Blank) Great Britain! England sucks! USA!” Then after just a single song, Oasis are rudely interrupted by a beer can.”

Oasis, which includes Liam's guitar playing brother Noel Gallager, disbanded in 2009 but announced they were reuniting last year. The Oasis Live '25 tour, which includes Cage the Elephant, plays Sunday, Aug. 31 and Monday, Sept. 1 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford.

Below is everything you need to know about the MetLife concerts, compiled from information provided by the stadium and our reporting:

Oasis Live '25 tour setlist

The Oasis Live '25 setlist has not changed since the tour began July 4 in Cardiff, Wales U.K.

Tickets

The shows are sold out but secondary market tickets start around $250 and go up to $850 for seats near the stage and $550 for general admissions as of Thursday, Aug. 28.

Box office/Ticketmaster will call: Located at trailer outside MetLife Gate, opens at 2 p.m. Check your tickets and make sure you have the correct ticket date. Barcodes will appear on mobile tickets eight hours before the show.

Floor tickets: Early lineup location is outside the HCLTech Gate, starting no earlier than 2 p.m. Guests with GA (Energy Floor) and reserved floor tickets may enter any gate and proceed to the HCLTech Gate for an additional ticket scan and to receive a wristband. Expect 20 minutes to 30 minutes for the secondary scan and wristband process.

MetLife Stadium address

Oasis at MetLife schedule

How do I get to MetLife Stadium?

Rideshare: Designated rideshare (Uber, Lyft, etc.) pick-up/drop-off location is in Lot E. Rideshare surge pricing is often in effect after the event. Larger crowds will result in longer than usual wait times for a car to arrive (can be up to two-hour wait). Make sure your phone is charged and ready to go if you’re planning to use one of these services.

Non-rideshare pick-up/drop-off: Drop off located on the stadium roadway between Lots D and E. Pick up in in Lots D or K, accessible after 9 p.m. Persons dropping off concert attendees are encouraged to park and remain with their vehicle or visit American Dream to avoid excessive traffic at pickup.

NJ TRANSIT: Trains will operate between Secaucus Junction and MetLife Stadium on the Meadowlands Rail Line from from 4:29 pm. to 8:47 p.m. on Sunday and Monday. After the concert, the last train from MetLife Stadium to Secaucus will not depart Meadowlands Station any earlier than 1 a.m. Visit NJ Transit here for train timetables and more into.

COACH USA: Bus service will run 4:30 to 7:15 p.m. from Port Authority Area X (41st Street between 8th and 9th avenues) on Saturday and Sunday. The last bus will leave the stadium 60 minutes after the concert ends. Visit here for more information and tickets.

Parking at MetLife Stadium

Weather report

Mostly sunny with highs in the low 80s for Sunday and Monday, dropping down to 60s at night. The shows are rain or shine, although rain is unlikely.

Oasis merch

Oasis merch will be sold 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30 in Lot E. Merch will be available on show days starting 2:30 p.m. MetLife Stadium is a cashless venue and only credit, debit and online payments accepted.

Can I tailgate before the Oasis shows at MetLife?

Tailgating policy: Tailgating is permitted but drones, model aircraft, kites and any other remote-controlled or tethered flying objects are not permitted. Tailgating should be limited to the lined parking space and the area directly behind or in front of each vehicle. Blocking drive lanes is prohibited. Tailgating is also permitted on the medians that separate the parking lots from the roadways. Visit here for details.

Clear bag policy in effect at MetLife

Permitted items at MetLife Stadium

Prohibited items at MetLife Stadium

Where can I charge my cell phone at MetLife?

Mobile charging kiosks are available in the following locations for mobile devices: outside the gates at bag check trailers at all entrance gates; Plaza Level at the West and East VIP Lobbies; 200 Concourse at Sections 227 and 249, Miller Lite MVP Club elevator lobby, Corona Beach Club elevator lobby; Ticketmaster Suites at the West and East Concierge Desks on the third, fifth and sixth floors.

Visit the MetLife Stadium A-Z Guide at metlifestadium.com/guest-services/a-z-guide for more information. The venue is cashless, credit, debit and online payments only. The MetLife Stadium web site is here.

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

East Rutherford's new $9M recreation complex — on land owned by Fred Daibes — is in limbo

3-minute readEast Rutherford is getting a new athletic complex. The years-in-the-making project — with a price tag north of $9 million — is expected to include several fields, water parks, dog parks and playgrounds.Though the project, known as the Lois Lane Athletic Complex, has been in the works for years, it’s not set to open any time soon. And the borough doesn't own the property where the new facility is planned. It will use eminent domain to acquire the property from a handful of owners.Among tho...

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East Rutherford is getting a new athletic complex. The years-in-the-making project — with a price tag north of $9 million — is expected to include several fields, water parks, dog parks and playgrounds.

Though the project, known as the Lois Lane Athletic Complex, has been in the works for years, it’s not set to open any time soon. And the borough doesn't own the property where the new facility is planned. It will use eminent domain to acquire the property from a handful of owners.

Among those owners is Fred Daibes, who is perhaps better known these days for his conviction on federal felony bribery charges alongside former U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez.

Daibes was also found guilty in another federal case — involving bank fraud — and used the East Rutherford land, at 10 Morton St., as collateral in 2018. At that point, he had already been fighting with the borough for nearly a decade over the development of the 3.8-acre plot, which previously was the site of industrial warehouses.

The complications with the properties and East Rutherford's intentions to use eminent domain to acquire them hasn’t stopped the Legislature from sending ample funding to the Bergen County borough, though.

Resolutions sponsored by state Sen. Paul Sarlo have sent $5.5 million to the project over the last three years. Sarlo serves as the upper chamber’s budget committee chairman and is also the mayor of nearby Wood-Ridge.

Christopher Eilert, chief of staff for Sarlo, said the Legislature has a pattern of “providing yearly appropriations to very large-scale projects” because they often require large parcels of land, which can be hard to come by and are expensive.

“When the mayor and council of East Rutherford came to us years ago to show us this concept they had, we were certainly familiar that the property was blighted and that it's really an eyesore on the town,” Eilert said. “We knew that there's multiple property owners and properties there that they're trying to put together … but knowing who the specific owners are or which properties are owned by who, we have no idea.”

Eilert noted that the senator has supported several similar projects to expand or upgrade athletic complexes elsewhere in the district as well, including in Rutherford and Carlstadt.

Gov. Phil Murphy declined to comment.

Former East Rutherford Mayor James Cassella has said Daibes had tried to sell the former industrial land to the town for years but didn’t want to allow borough officials on the property to check for possible site contamination.

East Rutherford officials did not respond to inquiries for comment.

10 Morton St.: What to know

The property at 10 Morton St. is officially owned through a limited liability corporation connected to Daibes that has been in court on the local and municipal levels for years seeking permits and variances to develop the property.

More than a decade ago, a New Jersey Superior Court judge approved a 76-unit affordable-housing plan for the property, and a contract was drawn up for the town to buy the land for $3.5 million — based on assumptions that it was not polluted in any way. That plan never came to fruition.

There was an order from a judge to develop affordable housing on the property, but more recently it has been the scene of a dispute between the owners and East Rutherford.

The borough intends to transform the vacant land into a park and athletic complex after acquiring it through eminent domain. That process allows East Rutherford to purchase private property for public use by providing compensation for the property.

In April, a jury determined that figure to be $4,950,000.

The state sent $500,000 for the project in the new 2026 fiscal year budget that went into effect at the beginning of July. The Legislature allocated $3 million for the project during fiscal year 2024 and another $2 million in fiscal year 2025.

According to the application for state funding, East Rutherford also received $500,000 from the Department of Environmental Protection and $2,496,355 in grants from Bergen County.

But construction hasn’t started yet. In an application filed to the state in 2023, the borough outlined a timeline that included three months for a design phase and two months for bidding and awarding the project to a developer, followed by a six-month period to construct the facility.

Katie Sobko covers the New Jersey Statehouse. Email: [email protected]

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