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 Maclean House 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 Princeton, 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.”
“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!!”
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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.”
“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 Community Park North 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 Elements or visit Princeton Battlefield State Park, 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 Princeton, 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 Princeton, 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 Princeton, 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.
Sam Howell Invitational and Distance Carnival Friday, April 4th | Weaver Stadium Schedule | Live ResultsPRINCETON, N.J. – The Princeton men's track and field team will host the Sam Howell Invitational and Distance Carnival on Friday, April 4th at home in Weaver Stadium.The Tigers return to ...
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PRINCETON, N.J. – The Princeton men's track and field team will host the Sam Howell Invitational and Distance Carnival on Friday, April 4th at home in Weaver Stadium.
The Tigers return to their home track after competing at the Monmouth Season Opener last weekend in West Long Branch, N.J. Princeton earned a 1-2-3-4-5 sweep of the 100m, with Jadon Spain setting a new NCAA #8 at 10.30. Paul Kuhner came in second at 10.49, while Charles Sexton (10.54), Zach Della Rocca (10.58) and Kavon Miller (10.69) followed.
The Tigers also earned a 1-2-3 sweep in the 110 hurdles, with Greg Foster setting a new PR and NCAA #17 with a time of 13.93 for first. Easton Tan took second with a personal best time of 14.07, while Albert Kreutzer took third at 14.28.
Casey Helm had a standout performance in the discus, throwing a new PR of 61.67m/202-04" - his first mark over 60m for first in the event. His mark ranks fourth on the current NCAA Qualifying list.
The weekend marked Helm's second big weekend of the outdoor season, as the junior bested his own newly-set PR in the event of 59.90m/196-06", which he threw at the Penn Challenge on March 21st. For his efforts at the Penn Challenge, Helm was named Ivy Athlete of the Week.
In the high jump at Monmouth, Seb Clatworthy cleared 2.15m/7-0.50" for a new PR and the #12 spot on the current national list.
Princeton is entering the outdoor season after winning its 10th-consecutive indoor and fourth-consecutive cross country title, looking to complete the Triple Crown this Spring.
At last year's Outdoor Heps, the Tigers achieved their 11th all-time Triple Crown at home in Weaver Stadium, winning Ivy Outdoor Heps for the 22nd time after compiling 204.5 points. The Triple Crown was also the first under Head Coach Jason Vigilante. Jackson Clarke was named Most Outstanding Track Performer after winning the 100 meters and the 200 meters while also helping Princeton finish second in the 4x100 meter relay.
The ribbon was cut by leaders from academia, government and industry. From left: Hilary Parker, Princeton University’s vice president and secretary; Mike Egan, Microsoft’s general manager for U.S. philanthropies; Jen Rexford, Princeton provost; Tim Sullivan, CEO of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority; Brad Smith, Microsoft vice chair and president; Phil Murphy, governor of New Jersey; Christopher L. Eisgruber, president of Princeton University; and Corey Sanders, CoreWeave senior vice president of strategy.Photo ...
The ribbon was cut by leaders from academia, government and industry. From left: Hilary Parker, Princeton University’s vice president and secretary; Mike Egan, Microsoft’s general manager for U.S. philanthropies; Jen Rexford, Princeton provost; Tim Sullivan, CEO of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority; Brad Smith, Microsoft vice chair and president; Phil Murphy, governor of New Jersey; Christopher L. Eisgruber, president of Princeton University; and Corey Sanders, CoreWeave senior vice president of strategy.
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New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy joined Princeton University President Christopher L. Eisgruber and representatives from Microsoft, CoreWeave, and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) to officially open the NJ AI Hub, a state-of-the-art, flexible space designed to foster innovation in artificial intelligence.
The new facility, located in space provided by the University on Alexander Road in West Windsor, attracted a standing-room-only crowd for the ribbon cutting. State and University officials were joined by representatives from the AI industry, New Jersey’s higher education and business communities, and local government.
“With the opening of the NJ AI Hub, we are moving forward in establishing New Jersey as a global leader in technology and innovation,” Murphy said in a news release. “By partnering with one of the world’s greatest academic and research institutions — along with industry leaders like Microsoft and CoreWeave — we are paving the way for groundbreaking discoveries and a new generation of economic growth that will create good-paying, sustainable jobs for the people of New Jersey. Together, we are building a stronger, more prosperous future for our residents and businesses alike.”
In bringing the Hub to fruition, state leaders worked closely with University Vice President and Secretary Hilary Parker, Provost Jennifer Rexford, Senior Strategic AI Hub Project Manager in the Office of the Provost Jeffrey Oakman, Dean for Research Peter Schiffer, Vice Dean for Innovation Craig Arnold, Assistant Vice President of State Affairs David Reiner and University Director of Real Estate Curt Emmich, who were all in attendance at the event.
Murphy and Eisgruber announced plans for the NJ AI Hub in December 2023. “On that rainy December morning, we announced that our shared vision for a hub would bring together researchers, industry leaders, startup companies and collaborators to foster AI innovation in central New Jersey,” Eisgruber recalled at the ribbon cutting. “Today, we are here to celebrate the manifestation of that vision as it comes to life.”
Princeton University President Christopher L. Eisgruber (left) shakes hands with Governor Phil Murphy (right) at the ribbon cutting.
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In the intervening 16 months, the NJ AI Hub has held a summit for more than 500 leaders from academia, government and industry, as well as multiple smaller gatherings, including a statewide education and workforce convening(Link is external).
“For Princeton, the New Jersey AI Hub provides an extraordinary opportunity to advance our teaching and research mission and to pursue two of the University’s highest strategic priorities: advancing AI innovation and research and cultivating a thriving regional ecosystem,” said Eisgruber. “We are deeply committed to this region and to the state of New Jersey, and proud to be a part of this transformative effort.”
The goal for the Hub is to bring together AI researchers, industry leaders, startup companies, and other collaborators to advance AI research and development, ethical use of AI for positive social impact, and workforce training in applied AI, in collaboration with New Jersey universities, community colleges and vocational schools.
In January, Microsoft and CoreWeave joined the NJ AI Hub as founding partners.
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“Today marks an exciting addition to New Jersey’s storied history of innovation,” said Brad Smith, vice chair and president of Microsoft.Microsoft will bring its TechSpark(Link is external) (Link opens in new window) empowerment program to the NJ AI Hub. Founded in 2017, Microsoft TechSpark has helped secure more than $700 million in community funding for local innovation, trained 65,000 people in technology skills and created 4,500 jobs.
“What is exciting about this Hub is that it’s not only going to help a new generation of companies literally come to life,” said Smith, who is also a University trustee and member of the Class of 1981. “I think it will create new opportunities for people across New Jersey. That’s what we’ve seen in the TechSpark program elsewhere, and that’s the opportunity that we’ll help pursue here, to connect not only with the Hub, but with community colleges in the state, to help advance post-secondary education and credentials across the state, to help people acquire AI skills and then connect them with jobs — some of which will be born out of the companies that start here.”
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Corey Sanders, a New Jersey native and a member of the Class of 2004, is now CoreWeave’s senior vice president of strategy, as well as a visiting lecturer in Princeton’s Department of Computer Science.
“New Jersey’s AI Hub will accelerate the career journeys for so many promising stars in the state who are looking for that opportunity to develop their technical skills and build upon their innovative ideas — and collectively, we in this room are letting them know they can do it right here in the state,” said Sanders. “CoreWeave is actually a prime example of that. CoreWeave was started in New Jersey, is headquartered in New Jersey, and continues to grow in New Jersey, offering purpose-built AI infrastructure for some of the world’s most compute-intensive workloads.”
Future programming at the NJ AI Hub will include research and development, commercialization and accelerating innovation, and strengthening AI education and workforce development. Together, the founding partners have pledged to invest more than $72 million to support the Hub’s long-term success.
“The Hub has vast potential to advance research and development, accelerate innovation, and strengthen AI education and workforce development, benefiting those who live, work and learn here in central New Jersey, throughout the state and beyond,” said Eisgruber. “I’m especially pleased that the Hub’s activities will attract and leverage talent from New Jersey’s outstanding colleges and universities.”
“This is a defining moment for the Hub and the region, and it is only the beginning,” Parker said. “Cultivating a thriving regional ecosystem is among the university’s highest strategic priorities, and I can imagine no better project than the New Jersey AI Hub to advance this goal. We are grateful for the extraordinary partnership of the State of New Jersey, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, Microsoft and CoreWeave, and we are grateful for the contributions from many additional partners in industry and academia that have helped to enable the progress we celebrate today.”
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Rider University has been working with the Municipality in recent weeks to transfer management of the property, officials said. Patch Staff|Updated Wed, Apr 2, 2025 at 11:19 am ETPRINCETON, NJ - Princeton is now the official owner of the historic 23-acre property formerly used by Westminster Choir College, located in the center of town, the Municipality said Wednesday.Although the property has been the subject of lawsuits regarding its legal ownership, the Municipality’s acquisition through condemnation is...
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PRINCETON, NJ - Princeton is now the official owner of the historic 23-acre property formerly used by Westminster Choir College, located in the center of town, the Municipality said Wednesday.
Although the property has been the subject of lawsuits regarding its legal ownership, the Municipality’s acquisition through condemnation is absolute, and eliminates any and all claims, restrictions, or encroachments by any other party over the property, officials said in a media release.
“We are thrilled to announce that the Municipality has been successful in securing this property for the residents of Princeton. The acquisition process has been a smooth one, and now the hard work begins: to reimagine this historic site to meet urgent public facility needs, while honoring the cultural significance of its past and leaving a legacy for future generations,” Council President Mia Sacks said.
“We look forward to engaging the community over the next 18 months in a multi-faceted planning exercise with robust public engagement and maximum stakeholder input.”
On Jan. 14, Princeton filed an Eminent Domain Action in the Superior Court of New Jersey to acquire the property.
Rider University and Princeton Theological Seminary were both named as defendants due to unresolved issues surrounding title to the property.
The defendants filed non-contesting answers, thereby acknowledging Princeton’s right to take title to the property.
On March 3rd, all parties entered into a stipulation wherein Princeton’s appraised value of the property, $42 million, was accepted as the true value of the property.
On March 5th, Judge Lougy entered an order approving Princeton’s acquisition of the property for $42 million. Subsequent to depositing the funds with the Superior Court of New Jersey, Princeton recorded a Declaration of Taking on Tuesday, April 1, with the Mercer County Clerk.
Rider University has been working with the Municipality in recent weeks to transfer management of the property.
“We have worked closely with Rider facilities personnel on operational transfer, including security, waste management, utilities, IT, fire and alarm systems, landscaping, and a host of other matters. Our work with Rider to ensure a seamless transition has been positive and productive,” Deputy Administrator Deanna Stockton said.
The licenses for three nonprofits currently operating on the site - Music Together, Princeton Pro Musica, and the Greater Princeton Youth Orchestra - have been transferred to Princeton. T
The municipality has also been working with Rider to make it possible for the Westminster Conservatory of Music, currently a part of Rider University, to continue operating on the property.
Princeton recently retained Topology, a NJ-based planning firm, to help “identify a vision for the site that is both implementable and worthy of the Municipality’s sizable investment,” as indicated in their scope of work.
“We are pleased that the legal hurdles involving the acquisition of this property have finally been resolved,” Mayor Mark Freda said. “We are eager to move forward together with the community to come up with the best plan for this site and our residents.”
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The founding partners of the hub are Princeton University and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority. Patch StaffPRINCETON, NJ - Gov. Phil Murphy, along with local and state representatives, officially opened the NJ AI Hub, a collaborative ecosystem designed to foster AI innovation through research, education, and workforce development.The facility is housed in space provided by Princeton University. Located at 619 Alexander Road in West Windsor, along New Jersey's innovation corridor, the hub aims to position t...
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PRINCETON, NJ - Gov. Phil Murphy, along with local and state representatives, officially opened the NJ AI Hub, a collaborative ecosystem designed to foster AI innovation through research, education, and workforce development.
The facility is housed in space provided by Princeton University. Located at 619 Alexander Road in West Windsor, along New Jersey's innovation corridor, the hub aims to position the state as a leading East Coast center for artificial intelligence.
The founding partners of the hub are Princeton University and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), with Microsoft and CoreWeave joining them later.
The hub brings together researchers, industry leaders, and startups to advance AI development while promoting ethical applications and positive social impact.
"With the opening of the NJ AI Hub, we are moving forward in establishing New Jersey as a global leader in technology and innovation," Murphy said. "Under our Administration, the Garden State has emerged as a premier destination for innovators, investors, and researchers blazing a trail in generative AI."
In his comments during the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Princeton University President Christopher L. Eisgruber emphasized the importance of cross-sector collaboration. "The partnership we celebrate today shows how the public, private and academic sectors can come together to spark innovation in artificial intelligence, spur economic development, and strengthen the regional ecosystem," Eisgruber said.
Microsoft's Brad Smith described the hub as "a public-private partnership between the university and Microsoft that will support and drive economic opportunity for the state and greater region for decades to come."
CoreWeave's co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Brian Venturo, highlighted the hub's potential impact on local talent. "This is more than just a space for innovation; we believe it's a launchpad for aspiring technologists, engineers, and creators across NJ who no longer need to leave home to build world-class careers in AI," Venturo said.
The founding partners will invest over $72 million to support the hub's three main pillars — research and development, commercialization and innovation acceleration, and AI education and workforce development. The NJEDA plans to invest up to $25 million to support both the NJ AI Hub and the planned NJ AI Venture Fund, which will invest in early-stage AI startups in New Jersey's strategic industries.
As part of the initiative, Microsoft will bring its TechSpark program to New Jersey. Since its founding in 2017, TechSpark has helped secure more than $700 million in community funding, trained 65,000 people in technology skills, and created 4,500 jobs across all 50 states.
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