It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Old Mansion Foundation 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 Hillsborough Township, NJ is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“Always best care took care of my father for about 10 years..Though my father was very lucid and managed his own care with the agency, I was at his house alot and participated in his care with the aids. They were all very caring and he kindly spoke of the owners being very attentive and offered very personalized care. They even visited him. I am very fond of many of the home health aids..they were loving and concerned. They took their job to another level. I even formed friendships with some of them. The golden years are a very delicate part of our lives. Always best care not only offered good physical care to my father, but unbounded love and compassion !!!! Thank you and he is looking down at us. I'm sure.”
“ABC and their amazing care givers enabled our Aunt to get her last wish was to die in her home. I can’t say enough about how ABC was able to give her a quality of life that she valued as well as provide comfort to her family knowing that she was in good hands with ABC's Caregivers. From the caregivers that always went the extra mile to the fast response we got 24x7 from folks like Carli…you were there for us!”
“Mom developed an infection in the afternoon that left her too weak and disoriented to care for herself for that night. I called Always Best Care Senior Services (ABC) at the very end of the business day, asking if they could find someone for one night of 12-hour private duty care on pretty much an emergency basis. The ABC team went to work and secured a caregiver for mom within a matter of hours for an 8pm-to-8am care shift at mom's senior living community. We had worked with ABC in the past on a scheduled basis, but this experience was above and beyond the call of regular duty and it truly helped us get through a difficult and stressful episode. We would recommend ABC for any and all of your senior care needs.”
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“Very professional organization and sent the right aide, Sam, to help me with my father in day to day activities. Sam helps him with gait training and understands dementia care and how to handle care, the way the client needs it. I would not hesitate using this agency and Sam is excellent.”
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“We had an exceptionally good experience with Always Best Care during my mother's illness. The management met with us and assigned caregivers almost immediately. As our needs evolved and increased, they were responsive and flexible. The caregivers were well-trained, kind, hard-working, and truly fine people whom we enjoyed having in the house.”
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“Words cannot express how grateful my family and I am for the kindness, care, and concern that was shown for my husband by the Always Best Care staff. Thank you for the exceptional attention to his comfort, as well as the wonderful insights, strength, knowledge, and emotional support you showed our entire family. Watching someone you love make the transition out of this life is a really difficult thing, and your wisdom and comfort helped us navigate this challenging time. I will always be thankful for the service you provided for him. I would also like to acknowledge the excellent care provided to my husband by Ms. Marie Louisjean. We thank Ms. Louisjean for her incredible patience, tenderness, and attention to his needs. We thank her for being such a dedicated caregiver. God has given her a very special talent and He has blessed her with a compassionate heart. I could not have asked for a more passionate group of people. May God continue to bless the Always Best Care staff as you continue to care for people in need.”
“Gimbert & Carmen were very accommodating and knowledgeable with the needs of my father. They came out to his house and offered suggestions so that he would be able to get around with his walker easily. Their person took great care of my Dad. It is such a relief to my sister and I that we had someone stay with my Dad that was so reliable. I highly recommend them.”
“You have been outstanding in caregiving and concern for us both. We cannot thank you enough. Thanks for always being there for us in every way.”
“Gimbert and Carmen Fernandez are very knowledgeable in the area of elder care services and how best to provide workable care solutions for aging relatives. They are well informed on current issues and available options. I speak from my own experience here and strongly recommend then and their company to anyone in need of assistance in this area. They are compassionate and caring people which is critical in their business!”
“My wife and I are eternally grateful to Always Best Care for the wonderful care they provided for our Aunt and Uncle as they battled with diminishing health and mental conditions. Carmen and Gimbert were always available to us to answer questions and discuss aspects of care that was needed. Without their help the situations that we faced would have been so much worse. God Bless.”
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“ALWAYS BEST CARE, Princeton Junction is the place to call if you need help in caring for a loved one. We have a brother and his significant other who were living independently and when visiting them realized they had not been eating or keeping their home clean. Since we knew of Always Best Care and heard of their excellent reputation we contacted them. They immediately stepped in and assisted us in knowing what steps we needed to take. After taking both our brother and his significant other to the doctors and learning that they had the beginnings of Alzheimer’s disease, we met with Carmen who helped us set up a plan. She suggested that we start with a few days a week of in home care so that we would know that they were eating. She provided us with excellent aids that not only helped prepare meals, but also interacted with our family members to encourage socialization. These few days increased to five days a week which left us with Saturday and Sunday to monitor their eating. While this was taking place, Carmen helped us find an Assisted Living Community where they could move. We visited several in the area and decided on one after consulting with Carmen. She and Gimbert were always available to take our calls if we had any questions. They helped us with finding someone to clean out the house and assisted us in relocating our bother and his significant other to their new home. We have recommended Always Best Care to several of our neighbors who have needed assistance with caring for loved ones. Carmen is on top of any situation that needs attention. Whether a person needs an aid for a week, a month or indefinitely she arranges the right person for the client’s needs. Always Best Care, Carmen and Gimbert, cared for our family members as if they were their own family. We would not have been able to care for our family members as well as the aids from Always Best Care.Hopefully we will not need the services of Always Best Care again, but if we do we know that they will be there to help us.”
“It was a pleasure meeting Carmen! I appreciate the time she spent with me - her knowledge/advice, genuine caring, and friendly personality. We're managing well and hopefully that continues and if needed, we know to call ABC.”
“My wife and I are eternally grateful to Always Best Care for the wonderful care they provided for our Aunt and Uncle as they battled with diminishing health and mental conditions. Carmen and Gimbert were always available to us to answer questions and discuss aspects of care that was needed. Without their help the situations that we faced would have been so much worse. God Bless.”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Mountain View Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Mama Fanti Italian Kitchen or visit Lehigh Valley Railroad Mill Lane Tunnel, Hillsborough Township, NJ, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Hillsborough Township, NJ, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Hillsborough Township, NJ understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Hillsborough Township, 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.
Devin Milano of Boy Scout Troop 1776 achieved the rank of Eagle Scout with his project at the Neshanic Reformed Church.HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Hillsborough High School Freshman and member of Boy Scout Troop 1776, Devin Milano, was honored by the Township Committee with a proclamation for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.Mayor John Ciccarelli read the proclamation at the May 27 Township Committee meeting recognizing "the many hours Devin devoted to achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, working with diligence, and making sa...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Hillsborough High School Freshman and member of Boy Scout Troop 1776, Devin Milano, was honored by the Township Committee with a proclamation for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
Mayor John Ciccarelli read the proclamation at the May 27 Township Committee meeting recognizing "the many hours Devin devoted to achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, working with diligence, and making sacrifices to reach this highly coveted accomplishment."
Devin's Eagle Scout project consisted of painting, hanging a chair rail, and renovating the entire Fellowship Hall at Neshanic Reformed Church.
The project took nine days to complete with more than 50 volunteers and around 410 hours.
Devin served as Chaplain’s Aide, a cooking instructor, and is currently the Troop Guide for Service. He has completed 20 more merit badges than are required for an Eagle Scout.
Devin is on the Hillsborough High School Junior Varsity Tennis Team and is a member of the Medical Minds Club. Devin has been a team leader on the Hillsborough Chase Thanksgiving Project for five years serving as co-director last year, and ran a blood drive in 2022.
"Devin serves as an example to the youth of Hillsborough Township through his high level of leadership and community service, and we are very proud that he is a member of our community," according to the proclamation. "The Mayor and Hillsborough Township Committee, do herebyrecognize and extend our sincere congratulations to Devin Milano for having achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, an honor for both himself and for those who guided him, with best wishes for a bright future."
The Fair Share Housing Center contended that the Township's obligation was 565 units,? while the Township pushed for 223 units.HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — The Township was successfully able to lower its required New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) fourth-round affordable housing obligation from 565 units to 223 units.On Tuesday night, the Township Committee approved a ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — The Township was successfully able to lower its required New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) fourth-round affordable housing obligation from 565 units to 223 units.
On Tuesday night, the Township Committee approved a resolution accepting its Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan to meeting its obligation. The plan was previously approved by the Township Planning Board at its June 12 meeting.
"The fact that the number that was given to us of 565 was laughable in my opinion but with the work of our group we significantly were able to show proof and the math to reduce it to the number we think it should be, which was 223," said said Committeeman Shawn Lipani on Tuesday. "But remember 223 affordable units means roughly a thousand total units. So imagine if we had to do 565 units what that number would be, over 2,000."
"This is the struggle we’ve had. It's a tough decision but we had to make it... We didn't really have the choice," said Mayor John Ciccarelli. "We looked at the applications and made the decision on developments that we think can best solve this for our township and we will see what happens in the next 10 years when the fifth round happens."
A total of 14 projects are proposed to make up the 223 units including four group homes on Amwell Road and Zion Road, townhomes, three duplex affordable units by Habitat for Humanity, apartments, and more.
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Committeewoman Samantha Hand criticized the Township's handling of the affordable housing process and read comments made by Judge William G. Mennen in the process.
"Compounding the complications caused by Hillsborough’s scant report was the fact that Hillsborough did not timely provide the missing requested information in advance of the program’s sponsored settlement," read Hand of Mennen's comments. "Hillsborough undermined the mediation process by repeatedly failing to provide important information to the court, to the program and to the challengers."
"This again shows we were late to class. Didn’t do all the homework and had no excuse for it. I think its embarrassing for the town. I think it was mishandled," said Hand.
Township Fair Share Housing Attorney David Bernstein said the Township did provid "to fair share housing all of the documents that were necessary to support our initial request for a reduction... It was not provided immediately because my office did not recall receiving the request from fair share. When it was asked for a second time at the hearing… it was provided within an hour after."
Bernstein called Mennen's comments "more political than it is realtisic."
Hand also called for a Motion to hire a new fair share housing counsel. However, it did not receive a second from the Committee.
See Judge Mennen's full comments below:
Judge Mennen's Opinion (6.5.25) by Alexis Tarrazi on Scribd
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"We were told things were being filed on time. We had complete information and then to read this document it felt like being scolded in the principal’s office. I think its embarrassing for the entire town," said Hand.
Ciccarelli said he was not surprised about what was written by Mennen.
"I fully expected it. [New Jersey Department of Community Affairs] was never going to admit that they were not right, not applicable. The state cabal did what it does. Backed one another up, weren’t going to change the number," said Ciccarelli.
"It wasn’t about the numbers. It is about protecting our town and not putting the township at risk. These are real laws with consequences. It sounds like we were playing fast and loose. Hopefully this works out," said Hand.
Lipani noted that the Township was well within the bounds of laws in terms of meeting deadlines for its affordable housing obligation.
"There was no fast and loose ever. For someone who wasn’t in the room or in the meetings and reading from the outside I really don’t think you have an informed information to back up what you are saying," said Lipani. "We are fully in compliance and this will be submitted in 48 hours of this vote which is before the June 30 deadline."
The Committee ultimately voted to approve the affordable housing plan with Committeeman Robert Britting, Jr. saying, "I am happy we were able to get the number down."
Hand voted in favor of the affordable housing plan but "with reservations."
Lipani also voted in favor of the plan with "no reservations at all, 100 percent yes."
Bernstein noted that after this plan is filed with the state the public will have 60 days to comment or object to the plan.
"This is another stop on this so called train on this matter that will go on for the rest of the year," said Bernstein.
TRAFFICMyCentralJersey.comHILLSBOROUGH – The Route 206 widening project from Doctors Way to Camplain Road may be completed by November 2026.That's the message Mayor John Ciccarelli brought back to the township after a "very good" meeting with New Jersey Department of Transportation (DOT) officials in May i...
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HILLSBOROUGH – The Route 206 widening project from Doctors Way to Camplain Road may be completed by November 2026.
That's the message Mayor John Ciccarelli brought back to the township after a "very good" meeting with New Jersey Department of Transportation (DOT) officials in May in Ewing.
"It's two more summers of fun," he said.
The much-delayed project is heading back on track, the mayor said, after the DOT hired a new contractor for the work.
PSE&G and the cable companies are now working on moving utility poles so the road construction can be finished.
Ciccarelli said the state is committed to moving the project forward.
The DOT is also committed to improving communications with the township, he said.
"When we find out stuff, we will communicate it to the public," he said.
The $42 million project includes:
The mayor said the township and DOT also discussed the final phase of the project from Camplain Road to Brown Avenue, which involves the Norfolk Southern railroad bridge over the highway.
The section of the project from Doctors Way to Camplain Road was delayed after the DOT terminated its contract with Konkus in April 2023 alleging the company performed some work incorrectly and committed safety violations.
The DOT awarded Konkus the contract for the project on Oct. 26, 2020. The company's bid of $41,678,429.82 was the lowest by $9 million of the 10 bids for the project.
Konkus then filed suit against the DOT, a case still pending in Somerset County Superior Court.
The DOT had started performing the environmental studies for the Route 206 project from Mountainview Road to the Somerville Circle, which included the bypass, in 1974. The first section of the bypass opened in 2017 and the second section in 2020.
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Nearly 20 residents spoke for over 2 hours against a project proposing to build 2 warehouses/office buildings off Homestead Road.Updated Tue, Jun 10, 2025 at 10:19 pm ETHILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Nearly 20 residents spoke for over two hours against an application by Homestead Road LLC, which is proposing to consolidate two lots, tear down existing buildings, and build two warehouses/office buildings off Homestead Road.Resident David Brook spoke at Thursday's Hillsborough Planning Board meeting, sharing that he has tried ...
Updated Tue, Jun 10, 2025 at 10:19 pm ET
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Nearly 20 residents spoke for over two hours against an application by Homestead Road LLC, which is proposing to consolidate two lots, tear down existing buildings, and build two warehouses/office buildings off Homestead Road.
Resident David Brook spoke at Thursday's Hillsborough Planning Board meeting, sharing that he has tried "to understand how these two giant warehouse monoliths could possibly conform to the requirements of the TECD[Transitional Economic Development District] zone. I have not been convinced, and I think the planning board should not be either."
After three years of hearings, public comment was first heard on the application in May and continued to this past Thursday. The Homestead Road application was first brought before the Planning Board in May 2022.
"Like many, I am marveled by the sheer size of the projected facility so close to residential neighborhoods on one side and secondary roads on another," said resident Meryl Bisberg. "How can two buildings comprising of nine football fields of warehouse space, 90 docks, 137 trailer parking spaces, 281 regular parking spaces, and a 24 hour operation assure the peace and soliturde of nearby residents when this project would be several times bigger than almost any warehouse in Hillsborough in the light industrial zone and bigger than most pending warehouse applications around the state?"
The application is proposing a total of 543,299 square feet of industrial and office space, which includes a one-story warehouse with 168,304 square feet and a 6,000 square foot office building along with another one-story 368,995 square foot warehouse.
Resident Grant Culmer expressed his "profound and deeply troubling concerns with the application. It's clear the proposed size and scale are utterly inappropriate and do not fit the intent of the transitional zone."
Culmer also noted that the applicant never disclosed who the tenant for the property would be, which led to questions on how the property would operate.
"Approving a project of this magnitude without a clear understanding of its operation really is akin to buying a pig and a poke," said Culmer. "We won’t know the full consequence until it is too late."
Brook did thank the applicant for introducing "these two outlandish, giant monstrosities" because he said it brought the community together regardless of political affiliation.
"This proposal in the uncompromising manner in which it has been pursued, has only acted to crystallize broad-based and fact-based community opposition, and that has been incredibly motivating," said Brook.
"The common denominator for everyone who has spoken so far has simply been that we care about this town and we want to make the best decisions so that everybody can be benefited and also so everybody can be protected," said Brook.
The meeting ended with the hearing being carried to July 10 at 7 p.m. where objectors of the application can give their summations along with the applicant giving their closing statements before a final vote can be taken by the planning board.
Ribbon cuttings were recently held for Vayn Aesthetics and Hillsborough Hair Studio on Friday.Hillsborough Hair Studio for topnotch cuts, color,waxing and more!HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Two new businesses, a health beauty spa and a hair studio, recently opened in Hillsborough.Ribbon cuttings were held on Friday for Vayn Aesthetics at 2 Clerico Road, Suite 215 and ...
Hillsborough Hair Studio for topnotch cuts, color,waxing and more!HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Two new businesses, a health beauty spa and a hair studio, recently opened in Hillsborough.
Ribbon cuttings were held on Friday for Vayn Aesthetics at 2 Clerico Road, Suite 215 and Hillsborough Hair Studio at 422 Route 206.
"Welcome to the new businesses, and I ask you all, please, to shop there," said Committeeman Robert Britting.
Vayn Aesthetics
Vayn Aesthetics is not just another beauty studio; instead, it brings "bold, pop art energy and alternative girlie vibes to skincare."
"Founded by Delilah, an EMT, Safety Engineer, beauty queen, and Aesthetician, VAYN Aesthetics is all about science-backed skincare with a bold, unapologetic edge. With her background in emergency medicine, Delilah understands how stress and lifestyle affect skin, and she’s using that knowledge to offer results-driven facials, expert waxing, and custom spa party experiences—all in a space that feels like a pop art dream with an alternative girlie twist," according to VAYN Aesthetics.
The studio is conveniently located next to Bellemara Distillery and Flounder Brewing Co., the studio is positioned to become a go-to destination for glowing skin and good vibes in Hillsborough.
Hillsborough Hair Studio
Hillsborough Hair Studio was recently purchased and rebranded from an existing salon.
The new owner retained the current staff and offers "top-notch cuts, color, waxing and more."
Services include unisex haircuts, hi-lights/low lights, perms, color, fades, beard trimming, and waxing.
For appointments, call 908-359-4100. Walk-ins welcome.
"Two really cool businesses that are coming to town. So please frequent these businesses if you see it appropriate," said Britting.
Both of these businesses fall under Cosmetic and Personal Care, one of the four targeted business sectors identified by Somerset County due to strong local density and high growth potential. Notably, Somerset County ranks among the top 20 counties in the U.S. for employment in personal care, according to Hillsborough.
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