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Jason Barr, an 11-year-old boy from New Jersey, turns his home into an elaborate haunted house each year for Halloween

Mom Lisa DeMario tells PEOPLE the project has not only been an opportunity for her and her son to bond, but has also given her son closer ties to his community

"It's been fun to see him make some good friends," DeMario says, adding, "We made some really good connections"

This Jersey boy is taking spooky season to the next level.

Jason Barr, 11, has made an annual tradition of turning his home into a haunted house with the help of his mom, who tells PEOPLE that the pair begin the process as early as November.

In the winter, they start off by decorating the basement, Lisa DeMario says, then they make their way upstairs in the spring, decking out their livi

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