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 Packet Alley 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 Jackson, 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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“ABC and their amazing care givers enabled our Aunt to get her last wish was”
“Mom developed an infection in the afternoon that left her too weak and disoriented to”
“Faithful, Love, and Family.”
“Very professional organization and sent the right aide, Sam, to help me with my father”
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“Roberto took care of my husband like he was a member of his family. He”
“The aide's were respectful, reliable and friendly and staff responds timely to calls and needs”
“Everyone was great. I’ve come a long way due to the help of your aides.”
“You have a GEM in Mrs. Terry. She is worth so much more than she”
“Very very helpful, I was desperate when I called and that same day I had”
“We had an exceptionally good experience with Always Best Care during my mother's illness. The”
“Thank you Jahima, Esther, Satta, Myra, Kelly & Susan. Carmen should be pleased. Keep up”
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“Gimbert & Carmen were very accommodating and knowledgeable with the needs of my father. They”
“You have been outstanding in caregiving and concern for us both. We cannot thank you”
“Gimbert and Carmen Fernandez are very knowledgeable in the area of elder care services and”
“My wife and I are eternally grateful to Always Best Care for the wonderful care”
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“Could not have asked for a more caring group of professionals. From care giver to support staff, they are exceptional”
“ABC COULD NOT HAVE DONE BETTER IN A CHANGING SITUATION WITH TWO TERMINALLY PATIENTS HAVING ALZ AND STAGE IV PANCREATIC CANCER. QUALITY OF CARE TAKER WAS SUPERB AND RESPONSIVENESS TO CHANGING NEEDS PERFECT.”
“Always best care took care of my father for about 10 years..Though my father was very lucid and managed his own care with the agency, I was at his house alot and participated in his care with the aids. They were all very caring and he kindly spoke of the owners being very attentive and offered very personalized care. They even visited him. I am very fond of many of the home health aids..they were loving and concerned. They took their job to another level. I even formed friendships with some of them. The golden years are a very delicate part of our lives. Always best care not only offered good physical care to my father, but unbounded love and compassion !!!! Thank you and he is looking down at us. I'm sure.”
“ABC and their amazing care givers enabled our Aunt to get her last wish was to die in her home. I can’t say enough about how ABC was able to give her a quality of life that she valued as well as provide comfort to her family knowing that she was in good hands with ABC's Caregivers. From the caregivers that always went the extra mile to the fast response we got 24x7 from folks like Carli…you were there for us!”
“Mom developed an infection in the afternoon that left her too weak and disoriented to care for herself for that night. I called Always Best Care Senior Services (ABC) at the very end of the business day, asking if they could find someone for one night of 12-hour private duty care on pretty much an emergency basis. The ABC team went to work and secured a caregiver for mom within a matter of hours for an 8pm-to-8am care shift at mom's senior living community. We had worked with ABC in the past on a scheduled basis, but this experience was above and beyond the call of regular duty and it truly helped us get through a difficult and stressful episode. We would recommend ABC for any and all of your senior care needs.”
“Faithful, Love, and Family.”
“Very professional organization and sent the right aide, Sam, to help me with my father in day to day activities. Sam helps him with gait training and understands dementia care and how to handle care, the way the client needs it. I would not hesitate using this agency and Sam is excellent.”
“I had a great experience with the agency, Always Best Care! I am attending college, and they always provided me an aide that is helpful, considerate, and hardworking. Thank you for always providing me with an aide like Ms. Colleta!!”
“Roberto took care of my husband like he was a member of his family. He was God sent; thank God for him”
“The aide's were respectful, reliable and friendly and staff responds timely to calls and needs”
“Everyone was great. I’ve come a long way due to the help of your aides. Thank you again!”
“You have a GEM in Mrs. Terry. She is worth so much more than she is paid! I miss her. Her help was timely, professional, and invaluable”
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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.”
“Thank you Jahima, Esther, Satta, Myra, Kelly & Susan. Carmen should be pleased. Keep up the good work, and be safe!”
“Words cannot express how grateful my family and I am for the kindness, care, and concern that was shown for my husband by the Always Best Care staff. Thank you for the exceptional attention to his comfort, as well as the wonderful insights, strength, knowledge, and emotional support you showed our entire family. Watching someone you love make the transition out of this life is a really difficult thing, and your wisdom and comfort helped us navigate this challenging time. I will always be thankful for the service you provided for him. I would also like to acknowledge the excellent care provided to my husband by Ms. Marie Louisjean. We thank Ms. Louisjean for her incredible patience, tenderness, and attention to his needs. We thank her for being such a dedicated caregiver. God has given her a very special talent and He has blessed her with a compassionate heart. I could not have asked for a more passionate group of people. May God continue to bless the Always Best Care staff as you continue to care for people in need.”
“Gimbert & Carmen were very accommodating and knowledgeable with the needs of my father. They came out to his house and offered suggestions so that he would be able to get around with his walker easily. Their person took great care of my Dad. It is such a relief to my sister and I that we had someone stay with my Dad that was so reliable. I highly recommend them.”
“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.”
“Your service was just what I needed. I would not hesitate to use your services in the future if needed. I would recommend you to anyone needing your help. Again, thank you for caring.”
“Mai was wonderful in every way. She gave great care to my father and also cared for me and my family.”
“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.”
“I am a current client of this provider I hired Always Best Care for Mom Monday through Friday. They are expensive, but that's the going rate, unfortunately. They were very reactive; I called them, and the next day, they were at the house doing the assessment to see what was exactly needed. However, there were two occasions where I called them and did not get a response back within 12 hours. On one occasion, I called them on a Friday afternoon, and they called me back on Saturday at 10:00. But, they're not bad. The person they recommended was wonderful. I don't have complaints about that.”
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 Jackson Jungle Play Park & Children's Trail 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 The Edge Restaurant or visit Merci Train, 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 Jackson, 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 Jackson, 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 Jackson, 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.
A big change is coming to Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, according to a new press release.But, don't worry, it's a good change, one you'll probably love if you enjoy eating at the park.For the first time in park history, Six Flags Great Adventure has an Executive Chef.Wow. Fancy.A park representative said there is a commitment to "elevate" the dining experience for all guests.Jeremy Hacker is ...
A big change is coming to Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, according to a new press release.
But, don't worry, it's a good change, one you'll probably love if you enjoy eating at the park.
For the first time in park history, Six Flags Great Adventure has an Executive Chef.
Wow. Fancy.
A park representative said there is a commitment to "elevate" the dining experience for all guests.
Jeremy Hacker is the one who was hired as the Six Flags Great Adventure's very first Executive Chef.
He's a Jersey guy, residing in Elk Township with his wife and three children.
Hacker's creative skills in the kitchen (especially with Italian cuisine and seafood) have landed him at popular places such as Xfinity Live and PJ Whelihan's, among others, serving up innovative and high-quality dishes.
Hacker will lead the Six Flags Great Adventure culinary team to begin to offer "exciting" dining options.
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"I'm excited to bring a fresh, dynamic approach to dining at Six Flags. Whether it's introducing new offerings or elevating classic dishes, my goal is to offer guests a memorable dining experience that matches the thrill of the park," Chef Hacker said.
One thing Chef Hacker is excited about doing this year is reinventing the menu at Savannah Sunset.
I can't wait to check out the new food choices.
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The new season at Six Flags Great Adventure is starting soon.
Spring Break Days start April 12 and go through April 20.
There's a new coaster opening for the new season.
The Flash: Vertical Velocity is described as a boomerang coaster. It's the first of its kind in North America and only the second of its kind in the world.
Let me know how it is. I'm too much of a coward to climb aboard. Ha ha.
For more Six Flags Great Adventure information, click here.
A house in Jackson that sold for $1.3 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Jackson area in the past week.In total, 10 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $700,300. The average price per square foot ended up at $300.The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of March 10 even if the property may have been sold earlier.9. $320K, single-family residence at 27 Ang...
A house in Jackson that sold for $1.3 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Jackson area in the past week.
In total, 10 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $700,300. The average price per square foot ended up at $300.
The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of March 10 even if the property may have been sold earlier.
The 1,457 square-foot single-family residence at 27 Angus Court, Jackson, has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in February and the total purchase price was $320,000, $220 per square foot. The house was built in 1997. The deal was finalized on Feb. 25.
The single-family residence at 260 S. Hope Chapel Road in Jackson has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in February and the total purchase price was $400,000. The -unknown- was built in 1968. The deal was finalized on Feb. 28.
The 2,252 square-foot single-family residence at 26 Pine Valley Road in Jackson has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in February and the total purchase price was $535,000, $238 per square foot. The house was built in 2000. The deal was finalized on Feb. 27.
A sale has been finalized for the single-family home at 62 Brookfield Drive in Jackson. The price was $549,000 and the new owners took over the house in February. The house was built in 2005 and the living area totals 2,239 square feet. The price per square foot ended up at $245. The deal was finalized on Feb. 26.
The sale of the single family residence at 8 Hummingbird Way in Jackson has been finalized. The price was $685,000, and the new owners took over the house in February. The house was built in 1994 and has a living area of 1,654 square feet. The price per square foot was $414. The deal was finalized on Feb. 25.
The property at 143 Wild Dunes Way in Jackson has new owners. The price was $705,000. The house was built in 2003 and has a living area of 3,449 square feet. The price per square foot is $204. The deal was finalized on Feb. 28.
The sale of the single-family house at 6 Mount Olive Lane, Jackson, has been finalized. The price was $720,000, and the house changed hands in February. The house was built in 1997 and has a living area of 2,815 square feet. The price per square foot was $256. The deal was finalized on Feb. 28.
The property at 7 Yellowwood Court in Jackson has new owners. The price was $950,000. The house was built in 1987 and has a living area of 2,376 square feet. The price per square foot is $400. The deal was finalized on Feb. 25.
The 2,449 square-foot single-family home at 156 Farmers Lane, Jackson, has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in February and the total purchase price was $1,250,000, $510 per square foot. The house was built in 2001. The deal was finalized on Feb. 25.
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After finally showing some vulnerability last season, Jackson Memorial went back to its unbeatable ways this year, winning absolutely everything in sight, placing five individual wrestlers at the state tournament, capturing the first NJ Girls Duals championship and finishing the season ranked No. 1 in the NJ.com Top 10.That is why Jackson Memorial is the NJ.com Girls Wrestling Team of the Year for 2024-25.The banner year was a fitting sendoff for the state’s most dominant girls wrestling program, as Memorial will shut dow...
After finally showing some vulnerability last season, Jackson Memorial went back to its unbeatable ways this year, winning absolutely everything in sight, placing five individual wrestlers at the state tournament, capturing the first NJ Girls Duals championship and finishing the season ranked No. 1 in the NJ.com Top 10.
That is why Jackson Memorial is the NJ.com Girls Wrestling Team of the Year for 2024-25.
The banner year was a fitting sendoff for the state’s most dominant girls wrestling program, as Memorial will shut down its high school next year and merge with Jackson Liberty. But don’t pop the corks just yet, Jackson Memorial haters, as the two schools already Co-Op, so little is likely to change in the future.
After losing its perennial grasp last year on the Queen of the East and the Kingsway Duals titles, and tumbling from its preferred spot at the pinnacle of the NJ.com Top 10, there was some uncertainty about what to expect from the Jags this season. That is, there was uncertainty everywhere but in the Jackson Memorial wrestling room.
“Every year is different, and every year we have to make adjustments and changes,” Jackson Memorial coach Joe Lemke said. “I think we made a phenomenal adjustment, in the off season, in the preseason and during the season. We put our best foot forward. We had six girls come down to Atlantic City, five place and one final. It was a great showing.”
Before the season had even moved into a new calendar year, the Jags made it clear that they were the team to beat. They opened the season by winning the team title at the Queen of the East by more than 50 points and followed that up by winning the Rumble in the Pines in Lakewood, where they outdistanced three other NJ.com Top 10 teams, Morris Hills, North Brunswick and Lakewood.
Jackson Memorial followed up those two victories by winning East Brunswick’s Lady Bear Invitational team title over No. 2 Newton and then taking the team championship at the highly competitive Lady Minuteman at Elizabeth by more than 40 points.
There would be much more success to come, but Jackson had served notice to the entire state that the Jags were back.
“I would definitely say our showing at the Queen of the East, as a coaching staff, we just looked at each other and said, ‘Oh we have something here,’” Lemke said of his team’s early season tournament victories. “I think that was really cool, and a lot of girls stepped up throughout the season. They did what they had to do. They did their job and they worked really hard. I’m so proud of these girls.”
Jackson continued into its dual meet schedule without breaking stride. The Jags would finish the season 14-0 and made a big splash early on by winning the Queen of the Hill Duals at Morris Hills in mid-January.
Freely substituting throughout the tournament, Memorial swept to the duals title, defeating No. 9 High Point, No. 5 Ramsey, Raritan, Wallkill Valley and Williamstown.
And the Jags continued to roll, winning the Shore Conference team title by 84 points in early February, before facing the biggest test of the season, the New Jersey Girls Duals at Howell on Feb. 16.
The top seeded Jags plowed through the competition, beating No. 10 PCIT 66-6 and No. 5 Ramsey 64-4, on their way to their date with destiny and a final against No. 2 Newton. In the end, Jackson Memorial won a thriller, as Marlowe Donato’s pin in the final bout resulted in a 36-33 win over the Braves to win the first ever girls state wide dual meet title and solidify its position as New Jersey’s top team.
“That was definitely one of the highest moments of our entire season, absolutely,” Lemke said of the dramatic finish to the team championship. “The excitement from the girls was phenomenal. That was so fun. And tied with that is getting down (to Atlantic City) and getting all these girls down here, doing what we do best. We had six girls come down last year and six the year before that.”
Madison Rucci placed second at the state tournament at 100 pounds, while Ava Bonilla finished third at 107, Briana Dugo was fourth at 126, Marlowe Donato was fifth at 114 and Jada Figueroa was eighth at 120. Dominique Lopez did not place at 138, after losing in the blood round, but qualified for states with a second place finish at the Central Region.
“Every single one of these girls, from top down, this is a very, very, very special team,” Lemke said. “I’m so excited for them for this year. Sad that it’s over, for now. But next year is looking bright again.”
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JACKSON - For the third time in two years, Mayor Michael Reina is getting a new salary. But this time, it's going down — by a lot.The Jackson Township Council last week voted to cut Reina's municipal salary in half to $32,000 per year, the latest in a series of fluctuations.Reina, 66, was paid just over $63,000 last year while earning a $65,000 annual salary, according to township payroll records. As Ocean County superintendent of bridges, Reina also received a $108,000 public salary last year, according to...
JACKSON - For the third time in two years, Mayor Michael Reina is getting a new salary. But this time, it's going down — by a lot.
The Jackson Township Council last week voted to cut Reina's municipal salary in half to $32,000 per year, the latest in a series of fluctuations.
Reina, 66, was paid just over $63,000 last year while earning a $65,000 annual salary, according to township payroll records. As Ocean County superintendent of bridges, Reina also received a $108,000 public salary last year, according to payroll records.
"I made a promise to the residents that we would review every dollar of spending and cut costs wherever possible," Council President Jennifer Kuhn said. "The truth is that the mayor and the council are part-time elected positions. It simply makes sense for these roles to receive a part-time salary.
"If we have the opportunity to save our taxpayers over $30,000 with one vote, we have the responsibility to act," she said.
Reina acknowledged that the council "acted within their right" to change salaries, but pushed back at Kuhn's statement that the job deserved a part-time salary.
"Somebody's philosophy of what somebody does or does not do on the job is just an opinion," Reina said. "And everybody's entitled to their opinion."
Reina has been filling in as the township's business administrator since former Terence Wall quit the post last month.
The council also voted to lower Kuhn's salary to $32,000, equal with other council members. Kuhn, elected to office in 2022 and named president of the five-member council in 2023, had been earning $35,000.
The latest cuts are the third salary adjustments for Jackson's elected officials in three years.
Reina had earned a $29,500 annual salary from the township since he was first elected as mayor in 2008. But in May 2023, the council gave Reina a 45% raise, upping his salary to $42,725 in what was described as a cost-of-living adjustment.
Last year, the council voted to give Reina another raise of more than 52%, increasing his municipal salary to $65,000.
But after the various up-and-down fluctuations, Reina's salary now stands $2,500 more than he was paid two years ago, an 8.4% increase.
Meanwhile, council members last year voted to nearly quadruple their own compensation from $8,667 to $32,000 last year. Besides Kuhn's additional stipend as council president, those salaries remain untouched.
"We did go through cutting the council salaries, as well, but didn't feel it was warranted," Kuhn said. "We felt that $32,000 was appropriate."
The newest salary adjustments were approved by a 4 to 1 vote. Councilman Nino Borrelli cast the only dissenting vote, citing a lack of explanation as to why Reina's salary should be cut but council salaries should remain untouched.
Borrelli voted against increasing the mayoral and council salaries in 2023 and 2024, saying he was unable to justify salary increases while "many of our residents haven't been getting pay raises." But he voted against reducing the salaries last week because he hadn't received a proper explanation as to why the moves were necessary, he said.
Borrelli also earns $121,000 as a personnel assistant in the state Department of Human Services, according to state payroll records.
"I didn't receive any justification or reasoning to adjust (Reina's) salary by half, especially as he took on extra duties as the township administrator," Borrelli said. "I don't think you're really cutting costs and saving a lot when you compare it to our budget."
The six council members' and mayors' salaries make up 0.3% of the township's $59.2 million budget.
Mike Davis has spent the last decade covering New Jersey local news, marijuana legalization, transportation and a little bit of everything else. He's won a few awards that make his parents very proud. Contact him at [email protected] or @byMikeDavis on Twitter.
Click here for important updates to our privacy policy.JACKSONAn Orthodox Jewish school group successfully bid $13.1 million to purchase Sylvia Rosenauer Elementary School.Asbury Park PressUPDATE: The Jackson school board and Bais Yaakov of Jackson ...
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UPDATE: The Jackson school board and Bais Yaakov of Jackson fully executed the contract for the sale of Sylvia Rosenauer Elementary School on March 28.
JACKSON - The sale of Sylvia Rosenauer Elementary School is off.
In a lawsuit filed in Ocean County chancery court last week, the would-be buyer alleged that the Jackson school board changed the terms and conditions of the group's agreement to purchase the 62-year-old school for $13.1 million.
The intended buyer, Bais Yaakov of Jackson, is an arm of the Lakewood-based Bais Faiga School, itself the all-girls' component of the Lakewood Cheder School.
The two sides spent months "discussing the contract" through their attorneys but, in late February, the school board "accused (Bais Yaakov) of delaying the execution of the draft contract" and demanded they close on the purchase by March 24.
The school board also shortened the mortgage contingency period to 10 days, despite the original bid specifications allowing for a 60-day contingency period.
Bais Yaakov offered to submit a $655,500 deposit, or 5% of the $13.1 million purchase price, according to the complaint. Instead, the school board sent a contract requiring an "initial deposit" of $1.3 million, 10% of the purchase price, and an additional $5.2 million deposit, 40% of the purchase price. Those requirements weren't included in the bid specifications, Bais Yaakov argues.
The Asbury Park Press independently confirmed that the original bid requirements, posted on the district website, specified a 60-day contingency period that allowed the board to cancel the deal if the winning bidder hadn't obtained financing. The only mention of deposit was a 10% bid guarantee, with a maximum $20,000 value, that Bais Yaakov said was included in their bid package.
On March 10, the Jackson school board told Bais Yaakov that it was "going to move in a different direction."
Adam Pfeffer, an attorney representing Bais Yaakov, did not return requests for comment.
In a statement, district spokeswoman Allison Erwin said "we strongly disagree that the Jackson school district changed the terms of any agreement," but declined to comment further.
On March 19, the school board unanimously passed a resolution authorizing district executives to put Rosenauer out to bid again, including to other bidders, or explore alternate uses for the property if a contract wasn't executed.
The sale of Rosenauer was meant to fill a budget hole in the 2024-25 school year. The district's financial problems are multifaceted, but can largely be attributed to a revamped school funding formula that has seen its state aid cut nearly in half since 2017 while transportation costs ballooned as more Jackson children attend non-public schools.
Under state law, school districts are required to provide transportation to all children within its purview, even if those students attend private schools. If transportation can't be provided, the district must pay the child's family $1,177 in aid-in-lieu for each student.
Enrollment at Jackson public schools declined by 8% between the 2017-18 and 2023-24 school years, during which the town's Orthodox Jewish community grew substantially. Orthodox families send their children to private religious schools, most of which are located in neighboring Lakewood.
But following an injunction and the resolution of a myriad of discrimination lawsuits against the town, school groups -- including Bais Yaakov -- and developers have won approval for new school campuses across the town, building campuses for as many as four schools and thousands of students.
With fevered interest in opening schools, it's likely that Rosenauer won't be the last Jackson school to hit the auction block.
Faced with a $13 million budget gap in the 2025-26 school year and a declining public school population, the school board agreed in February to merge its two high school student bodies into one at Jackson Liberty High School while sending seventh- and eighth-graders to what is currently Jackson Memorial High School and fifth- and sixth-graders to Carl W. Goetz Middle School.
Christa McAuliffe Middle School is slated for closure. The building is expected to be rented or sold, but its fate is still uncertain.
Mike Davis has spent the last decade covering New Jersey local news, marijuana legalization, transportation and a little bit of everything else. He's won a few awards that make his parents very proud. Contact him at [email protected] or @byMikeDavis on Twitter.
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