Somerset Run

Somerset Run sits in Franklin Township, a 55+ gated community surrounded by scenic landscaping and quiet ponds across 246 acres in Somerset County, and when someone moves in, whether it's to one of the 491 single-family homes or 264 condos, there's a clear sense that life can be both easy and active for older adults who like their independence but know they might need a little support now and then. People can get personalized care and support for daily activities, help with medication, meals prepared by a professional chef, and other assistance like housekeeping, laundry, and bathing if that's needed, but they still get to keep control over their own day-plus, caregivers can use the respite care option for short breaks. The condos have one-level, two-bedroom layouts with elevators and private garages, running from about 1,763 to 1,781 square feet, and the homes come with two or three bedrooms, two-car garages, open floor plans, and sizes up to 3,300 square feet, so there's room for most people's needs, and high-end finishes are found in a good many units, which many find comfortable. Most of the social life focuses around Stone Manor, the 25,000-square-foot clubhouse, which has a fitness center with new exercise equipment, an indoor heated pool, a sauna, whirlpool, and massage rooms, not to mention a grand ballroom with its own kitchen for big events, a sports lounge, business center, separate spaces for billiards and table tennis, along with a self-expression studio and an education center for classes or workshops-a long list, but plenty of regulars use these spaces for meeting up or doing activities. Outdoor amenities are strong, too, since there are two pools (one indoor, one outdoor), sports and shuffleboard courts, a putting green, walking and biking trails, and roomy patios for sitting out in the sun or chatting with neighbors. The full-time Activities Director keeps the event calendar full with art shows, parties, card clubs, casino nights, even a softball league, and there's a list of more than 20 clubs and plenty of outings arranged for residents, so most days bring something different to try, from day trips to museums or local shows to casual gatherings in the library, lending book room, game rooms, or art rooms. In the rooms themselves, folks get private bathrooms, kitchenettes, Wi-Fi, cable, and air conditioning, with furnished spaces for comfort and ease, and everything connects up with services like a 24-hour call system, scheduled daily activities, reliable security, and support for medical needs. The community connects to Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, and other Meta services, which makes it easier for people to keep in touch, and plenty of information lives on the somersetrun.net website, which offers an interactive user guide, calendar, message board, and regular newsletters, and there's always access to the FirstService Residential Connect Portal for community management questions at any hour. There's also a strong condominium association overseeing upkeep and support for residents, links to Franklin Township services like the library and recreation, plus a host of community services-move-in coordination, concierge, and family support are part of daily life. Residents organize clubs, activities, and outings, and there's space for almost every interest, so the feel is one of a lively and well-connected community designed to make life easier as people age, but without a lot of fuss or pressure to fit in-just a good place to enjoy comfort, activity, and reliable care when someone needs it.