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Home Care In Berlin, CT

Home Care Berlin, CT

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 Brandenburg Gate 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 Berlin, CT is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.

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The Always Best Care Difference

Since 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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“Staff is great there a great place to work and call your workplace”

Babispyce S.
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“I’ve been a nurse for over 40 years, and I am currently a nursing professor. When my mom was recently in the hospital, I knew it would not be possible for her to be completely on her own right away. She loves where she resides and enjoys all of the activities that are offered. My goal was to get her back into her apartment as soon as possible with the support she needed to increase her strength and return to her prior level of wellness she had before she went into the hospital. She was used to walking a couple miles a day. When I reached out to ABC I made it clear that my mom would need somebody who would be willing to walk with her in the morning, and in the evening enabling her to get back to her baseline. I would like to complement all of the staff at ABC who provided my mom such wonderful support after two weeks she returned to her baseline and remained in her apartment. She really enjoyed all of the staff that were with her , they were professional they encouraged her to walk, drink fluids, eat and were instrumental in assisting her to reach her prior level of independence. I would strongly recommend ABC to anybody who is in need of support for their loved one.”

Robin Y.
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“Mom’s care needs have been progressing over the past month - increased difficulty standing. walking, decreased appetite, increased incontinence. (Part of the expected declining process per her Dr.) Tara has been wonderful in adapting to Mom’s changing needs as they develop and a very helpful partner in troubleshooting. brainstorming how to adapt to best support Mom. It’s also been helpful in my regular communication with Mom’s Dr, to let her know in detail what has come up and how we have approached. Thank you (again) for your talented staff!”

Jeremy H.
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“Outstanding personal service from this company. All of the caregivers were personable and provided outstanding care to our aunt. I would highly recommend them to anyone who has an elder family member in need. Also, the staff that helped to set up their services was outstanding as well. They made the decisions easy to understand with no hidden agenda. Thank you again to "ABC!"”

KEVIN M.
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“You can't go wrong with this crew. Extremely patient and caring.”

Daniel S.
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“Caring for family can be difficult and challenging at times. It's so nice to know that Always Best Care Senior Services is there to help!”

Cathy K.
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“Taylor, John, and Kristine and their crew are the best. They are patient, understanding, and a joy to work with.”

Daniel S.
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“Sabina always has a pleasant, caring, and respectful attitude. I feel she treats me as she would as her own mother. She treats me the way she would like to be treated. We are a good “team” together.”

Tracy H.
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“Diana has a total commitment of compassion, empathy, and respect for myself and my family. My daughters feel she is truly a tremendous caregiver. They know I am in good hands. She acknowledges with commitment of my physical, emotional, and practical needs, my quality of life has excelled due to Diana’s help. I look forward to her presence everyday her attitude is exceptional, Diana comes to work daily with a smile on her face. She enters the front door, singing softly ready to work. She has never taken a day off, I have had many caregivers, but Diana is truly the best!”

Anne H.
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“Tina has been with us since the start, caring for my mom. Tina has nothing but my mom’s best interest at heart. She continues to go above and beyond to care for my mom, and ensure anyone else who may be there also understands my mom’s needs. Tina has even gone so far to rearrange her schedule or give up her free time to stay with my mom to avoid her having someone that doesn’t know her. I can see that she genuinely cares for my mom, and treats her as if she was her own family member. That also goes both ways, my mom lights up when she sees Tina. We consider Tina part of our family.”

David L.
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“Always Best Care helped our family get through a very difficult time with my mother's care. Kristine and Taylor are a pleasure to work with. They are very knowledgable and had the answers to all our questions. They were able to help with all aspects of the care we needed. I highly recommend them.”

John S.
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“Kristine and John are extremely caring and compassionate about helping their client's and family and making sure they receive the best care available. Highly recommended!”

Greg G.
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“We needed some home care services for Dad who has dementia, and we made the right decision to trust ABC Senior Services for this support. Dad was lined up with a caregiver who was attentive and helpful, and she and Dad really hit it off. The management and administrative staff from ABC were also very effective and professional. You'll make a good decision to go with ABC Senior Services...”

Liam M.
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“I approached Kristine regarding care for my elderly father. Even though he was outside her service area, she helped to find resources for us. Her commitment to providing outstanding care is only surpassed by her desire to help others. Thank you Kristine!”

Matt B.
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“I have known Kristine Lajeunesse for many years now through business networking and she and her Team at Always Best Care are very caring and professional and exactly who you would want on your side if you have a loved one who needs help!”

Ann B.
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“The client care at Always Best Care Senior Service is outstanding”

Kimberly O.
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“Rosemary has many great qualities. She is a hardworker, sensitive, has a giving nature and has an immense desire to help my father. Reliability is vital trait in Rosemary. When my father was in the hospital and came home she immediately wanted to be by his side. My father has come to rely and depend on Rosemary. She is always on time whether it is giving medication or administering food and often encourages my father and helps my father maintain his dignity”

Denise D.
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“Always Best Care provides caregivers to our building on a regular basis when we are short staffed. Due to our licensing, we can only have CNAs on the floor and Always Best Care has provided excellent CNAs every time we need some extra help. All of their CNAs have been helpful, willing to go above and beyond for our residents and we always have great responses from our own CNAs and supervisory staff. I am so thankful to Michelle and Wilda who will always staff a shift that I need, even if I call 30 minutes before the shift starts. You’ve been such a huge help!”

Kaytee S.
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“I have known John and Kristine Lajeunesse for almost 20 years and when my dad needed care following a diagnosis of dementia, I knew there wouldn’t be anyone better to call than them. The caregivers that have worked with my dad have been wonderful. They are true saints to my family, allowing us the knowledge that Dad is okay to stay at home. They have navigated all of the changes in his cognitive state with grace and kept my father’s dignity in place. He was always a very active man and the caregivers have managed to keep him active, even as his health declines.”

Belinda F.
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“Always Best Care helped me to get care lined up for my uncle, after I received their information from a close friend of mine that also used their agency. My uncle was a very proud man and did not want help from anyone, including family. Taylor met with me and spent time getting to know the ins and outs of my uncle’s care as well as his personality. She asked about his background so that they could look for a caregiver with similar interests. Although he took a turn for the worse rather quickly, the short time care was provided was wonderful. Thank you for your help and compassion.”

Karel O.
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“My dad’s caregiver is great. He is a man of few words, but she is able to get him talking about all aspects and experiences of his life. They go out regularly and she encourages my dad to participate in the activities put on by the community he lives in. They run errands, go out for meals, or go for a drive just to get a change of scenery. I was nervous at first about how my dad would take having a caregiver come in to help him, but he seems so happy and has great things to talk about after his time spent with his caregiver.”

Martin F.
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“Thank you, Kristine - I am very appreciative of the professional manner with which you and your organization operates. From the initial phone and in-person conversations with Taylor, to the ongoing support of my mother's care - it's been thorough, timely and well managed. I am also struck by how the home-health employees conduct themselves. They are reliable/responsive *and* responsible, and making every effort to work through the challenges day to day with my mother. Thanks for the great job you and your organization are doing. It means a lot to me, especially during this trying time! Best Regards”

Anna T.
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“I wanted to take a moment to thank you and your staff for all of your hard work and dedication to their clients. When my parents finally realized they needed help in their home, I chose ABC as the company I felt would be the best fit. Yes, we have had some ups and down, but when you paired Leah with my parents, it was truly a blessing. My parents love her. She genuinely cares for them and they speak highly of her work ethic. As my mom says, “she is too good to be true”. I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your working with me to find the right fit. Well on our end, Leah fits like a glove and I hope she feels the same. She is a special person so I wanted to acknowledge her hard work and dedication to my parents. It makes me feel more at ease knowing there is someone coming to the home to properly care for them. Again I want to thank you all and encourage you to keep up the good work.”

Craig F.
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“My family provides the care to my mother 24/7, we called Always Best Care to provide respite care to my mom while we took some time to ourselves for a weekend. Mom’s caregiver, Gloria, was great and she had the perfect disposition to work with my mom. She was attentive and kept mom well fed and engaged during the time we were away. We would definitely call Always Best Care again when we need some time away.”

Brenda
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“The caregiver that helped my husband and I were so kind to us both, especially to my husband while I spent some time in the hospital and rehab. Our caregiver brought my husband to see me every day while I was at the hospital and at rehab, I knew he was in excellent hands and I could focus on getting stronger again.”

Heather R.
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“i really like my caregiver, Victor very much. Victor is a very patient and observant aide who knows when I need his help. I knew from the first day meeting him that we would get along very well.”

Johnson L.
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““I want to give a huge thank you for the care that Always Best Care provided over the last year and a half. They started out assisting just my dad since he was wheelchair bound and then began providing care to my mom as well who had advanced dementia. The two ladies that helped them both did an amazing job and gave me the confidence that they were being well cared for since I live on the other side of the country. Up to my dad’s passing, his caregivers were there for him to provide comfort and companionship while managing my mom’s emotions as well during the difficult time my dad had. Being a nurse myself and in the healthcare field for a while, I had high expectations which were exceeded by the caregivers and office staff of Always Best Care.”

harry B.
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“Both of Mom’s caregivers are exceptional. They are always professional, calm and extremely patient with my mom. They know how to keep her calm and to manage her anxiety. My whole family is very grateful, knowing that Mom is getting really competent care, great meals and friendly companionship. Thank you.”

Kathleen F.
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“My husband had care from Always Best Care until he passed away. Thankfully he is on his "next journey" and finally pain free, while he was here with us, his caregiver, Craig, did an amazing job caring for him and was here to help us from our first day of services. Craig always managed to get my husband to share stories from his time in the war that even I had not heard before. It was a great way to get to know more of my husband so his memory can continue with others around him.”

Beth F.
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“I am very pleased with the care that Craig gave to my husband. My husband enjoyed having another man to talk to instead of conversation only between him and I. Craig managed to keep him occupied and safe so that I could go and get some time to myself, allowing me peace of mind that my husband was in great hands”

Sonia T.
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“I hired Always Best Care to help my mom who was living with me at home. She was diagnosed with dementia and within 3 months she could hardly do much for herself anymore. I was able to continue working full time while my mom received care from Always Best Care. We had the same caregiver from day 1 and she was absolutely amazing. She kept everyone in the loop with any changes my mom experienced and the regular in person and phone check ins were a great added support to myself and my family. Thank you ABC for all the help and compassion that you showed my mom until her passing.”

Laura
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“They are very caring and easy to deal with. They work with the family and the patient to see that the patient has what is needed for their care. In all we had a good experience with Best Care.”

Elaine G.
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“Our caregiver is the absolute best, you all got lucky finding her.”

Bob G.
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“Anything from Always Best Care is good to have. The care from them has given me my life back. I wasn’t expecting a perfect match on the first caregiver, but Always Best Care did a very good job.”

Claudia B.
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“We have been using the services of ABC for almost three years, and I have worked personally with John, Kristine, Taylor, Michelle and Wilda, as well as the many wonderful caregivers who have attended to my mother’s needs with great care and attention. Throughout this time, my mother’s care needs have changed many times, and they have always been very responsive to any requests, including the directives of the hospice nurses that work in concert with all of them. Taylor and Michelle are incredibly diligent about keeping on top of issues that arise day-to-day, and running their questions and concerns by me. I remain a loyal customer to ABC because I feel that my mother is getting really great care, and will continue to see the warm, friendly faces she has come to know and trust today and every day. At 94 yrs old, my mother is quite dependent on the care providers for almost all her needs, and they always show up and make her feel safe and secure.”

Rachel C.
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“It has been a true pleasure working with you and your organization. You all demonstrate empathy and compassion in caring for frail elderly family members and insure distant families are comforted knowing you are there.”

Steve S.
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“Mom’s caregiver is a part of the family, we absolutely love her!”

Joe L.
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“Always Best Care has done a fantastic job in providing us with at-home care for my step-mother while we prepared for her transition to move permanently to a skilled nursing facility. With their help, she was able to spend a full six months at home before moving. We would not have been able to do it without them. All the caregivers we have met and used have been kind and attentive, frequently going the extra mile, whatever that may be on any given day. The office staff is friendly, empathetic and very diligent in keeping all parties informed of all aspects of day-to-day care. They are knowledgeable, respectful and efficient. I would not hesitate in recommending them to anyone who is looking for help in keeping their loved one at home for as long as possible.”

Sarah C.

What is Non-Medical Senior Care in Berlin, CT?

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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.

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When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.

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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.

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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.

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Types of Elderly Care in Berlin, CT

To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:

Personal Care

Personal 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:

  • Eating
  • Mobility Issues
  • Incontinence
  • Bathing
  • Dressing
  • Grooming

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Home Helper

Home Helper Services

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:

  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Preparation
  • Pet Care
  • Prescription Refills
  • Morning Wake-Up
  • Walking
  • Reading
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Companionship Services

Companionship Services

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 Volkspark Friedrichshain with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.

Common companionship services include:

  • Grocery Shopping
  • Transportation to Appointments
  • Nutritional Assistance
  • Conversation
  • Planning Outings
  • Completing Errands
  • Transportation to Community
  • Events and Social Outings
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Respite Care

Respite Care Services

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 Heising or visit Pariser Platz, 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.

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Benefits of Home Care in Berlin, CT

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:

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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Aging in Place: The Preferred Choice for Most Seniors

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.

Here are just a few of the reasons why older men and women prefer to age at home:

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 Berlin, CT, 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.

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Affordable 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:

If your loved one qualifies, Medicaid may help reduce in-home care costs. Review your CT's Medicaid program laws and benefits, and make sure your senior's financial and medical needs meet Medicaid eligibility requirements.
Attendance and aid benefits through military service can cover a portion of the costs associated with in-home care for veterans and their spouses.
Many senior care services like in-home care are included in long-term care insurance options. Research different long-term care solutions to find a plan that provides coverage for senior care.
Home care can be included as part of a senior's private insurance plan. Read over your loved one's insurance policy carefully or speak with their insurance provider to determine if in-home care is covered.
Depending on the life insurance plan, you may be able to apply your policy toward long-term care. You may be able to use long-term-care coverage to help pay for in-home elderly care.
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Compassionate Care. Trusted Caregivers.

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 Berlin, CT 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.

Assisted Living Referral Services

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.


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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:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Recreational Activities
  • Social Outings
  • Emergency Medical Response
  • Medication Monitoring
  • Family Visitation
  • Personal Care
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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:

  • Little Prince Assisted Senior Living
  • Nova Vita Residenz Berlin-Wilmersdorf GmbH
  • inter pares Unternehmengruppe
  • Sofienhof
  • Villa Clay senior residence
  • Tertianum Residenz Berlin
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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.

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Taking the First Step with Always Best Care

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

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A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive

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Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider

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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.

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Jeff Jacobs: After 600 wins, Berlin's Leo Veleas loses moustache, not passion for coaching

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigateBERLIN — The moustache is gone. For the first time in 28 years, Berlin baseball coach Leo Veleas’ upper lip is clean shaven.“I think it makes him look younger,” said Bert Veleas, his bride of 51 years. “A lot of people are saying that, too.”“The beginning of the season he comes up to me and he says, “Fourteen, Gomesy, and you get to keep my moustache,’” senior first baseman Will Gomes said. “I di...

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BERLIN — The moustache is gone. For the first time in 28 years, Berlin baseball coach Leo Veleas’ upper lip is clean shaven.

“I think it makes him look younger,” said Bert Veleas, his bride of 51 years. “A lot of people are saying that, too.”

“The beginning of the season he comes up to me and he says, “Fourteen, Gomesy, and you get to keep my moustache,’” senior first baseman Will Gomes said. “I didn’t know what he meant. Was it in a paper bag or something?’”

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He meant his 600th win meant an appointment with a razor.

Veleas didn’t have a moustache when he and Bert were married a half century ago. He wasn’t quite sure when he first grew it. Bert figures it was sometime in the Seventies when sideburns were long, moustaches were bushy, and Leo played for powerhouse Gartenhaus of the National Slow-Pitch Conference.

Berlin athletic director Dave Francalangia certainly knew the date of the only other time that led to Veleas shaving it.

“June 9, 1995,” he said.

Francalangia played on the Class M state champions that year. Veleas resisted betting his players on shaving his moustache during his first decade. Bad bet, Veleas said. The teams were too good.

He did acquiesce in 1995.

“My moustache and hair were a lot darker then,” he said.

In all Veleas has won five state titles and made 12 state final appearances in either Class M or L in 37 years at Berlin. He surpassed Jim Penders this past week as the fourth winningest coach in state baseball history. Veleas, 12-7 this year, is 602-196 in his career.

“He has had so many successes on the field,” Francalangia said. “But the successes in life, kids coming back, reaching out to him, that’s what is most meaningful to coach.”

“It was made possible by these guys and all the kids who went before these guys,” Veleas said. “I was just lucky I didn’t screw them up.”

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Veleas had figured he needed 14 wins to reach 600. He figured wrong.

On Monday, Tyler Bergstrom’s game-winning hit in extra innings gave Berlin an exciting 2-1 victory over Enfield. Veleas was in the diner the next morning when his phone rang. It was Francalangia.

“I’m thinking, ‘What did I do wrong now?’” said Veleas, breaking into a laugh.

Instead, it was Francalangia offering his congratulations for No. 600.

Everybody involved counted. And recounted. Yes, 600 was Monday. No. 601 was Wednesday against Windsor and No. 602 was Friday, Senior Night, when both Veleas’ graduating players and the 74-year-old coach were honored.

“I went home Tuesday and shaved it,” Veleas said. “Since everybody is telling me I look a lot younger, I’m thinking about keeping it off.”

Veleas had been the Berlin junior varsity coach for two years before head coach Paul Baretta left to become a scout for the New York Mets. He interviewed for the opening before a panel that included former athletic director George Hall.

Veleas was asked if he’d still coach the junior varsity if he didn’t get the job.

“I said, ‘Sure. I just love baseball,’” Veleas answered.

He was named varsity coach in 1987 and promptly guided Berlin to the Class M state finals his first season. The varsity played at Percival Field in those days. Junior varsity played at the current spot at Sage Park. There were a couple of benches then. No lights. There were no dugouts. Only a four-foot high outfield fence 350 feet from home plate.

“I can’t believe how far we’ve come,” Veleas said. “I can’t believe I’m at this point.”

“It’s amazing, amazing,” Bert said. “We want to thank the players. The players make the coach. Their dedication and talent have been phenomenal.”

Veleas was a three-sport athlete at Newington High. He played for Porky Vieira at New Haven and went to the 1970 NAIA World Series in Phoenix. Drafted that year in the 14th round by the Red Sox, he played two seasons in their minor league system in Jamestown, N.Y., Winter Haven, Fla., and Key West, Fla.

“I always wanted to be a ballplayer,” Veleas said. “I got married, had a kid and couldn’t live on $600 a month and $5 a day meal money on the road. Let me tell you, Key West was something else. It would rain so hard that you couldn’t see your hand in front of your face. The water just went through the ground and you’d play that night.”

He worked his entire life, but he was never a classroom teacher. His lessons were on the field.

Veleas’ first seven years at Berlin, he lost a total of 12 games. He had 11 teams that won at least 20 games. Over his 37 years, his Berlin teams have never missed the state tournament. Only the COVD-19 season, slowed down his chase of 600.

“I never dreamed of 600,” Veleas said. “I did have 500 wins in my head.”

That came in 2016 in a walk-off as Berlin rallied for five runs in the bottom of the seventh to beat Wethersfield.

“Oh, my goodness,’ Veleas said, “so many memories. I got to coach my son and two of his sons. My son played on my first state championship in 1989 and his youngest son Daniel got to the finals (in 2019).

“You can’t write a story like that.”

We’re going to try.

North Haven coach Bob DeMayo won 936 games, a mark that may never be broken. Haddam-Killingworth coach Mark Brookes, still active, has won 737. The late John Fontana won 668 at Southington, and former East Catholic coach Jim Penders (whose son coaches UConn) won 600.

Veleas knows these men.

“Jim Penders, when we played them, he’d come over from his dugout and we’d just talk baseball,” Veleas said. “Cut from the same cloth. John Fontana, he coached Southington when I played for Newington.”

A favorite Veleas saying is you can’t win with bad players. Well, one day he was sitting at a wedding reception with Bill Detrick and said exactly that to the legendary Central Connecticut basketball coach.

“Without missing a beat — cutting his steak — Bill goes, ‘You’re absolutely right, coach, but you can lose with good ones,’” Veleas said. “That went like a thunderbolt in my head. He was absolutely right. Don’t mess it up.”

Veleas believes in pitching and defense. He believes in fundamentals. He does not believe in over-coaching. If the players learn their craft in practice and if they play games the way they practice, he said, things will work out.

“When I first started coaching, they did call me crazy, Crazy Leo,” he said. “I was old school.”

Yes, he has mellowed some.

“Coach demands the best out of us every day,” Gomes said, “but inside he is such a good guy.”

“You never want it to end,” Veleas said. “Even though we didn’t have a real good year last year, I feel in my heart that I still have something to offer. I have friends now that coach that I coached. I had two kids make it to the big leagues, a bunch play pro ball and a ton go play in college. It’s something special.

“I’m still standing. I can’t believe it.”

As he looked out from the dugout, he said his high school coach, the late Bob Davis, would have gotten a big kick of the pre-game ceremony where he received a commemorative bat. Davis remained a close friend over the years and was a big Red Sox fan.

“When I got drafted by the Red Sox,” Veleas said, “he was so proud of me. His chest must have stuck out a foot.”

How long will he keep coaching? Veleas didn’t directly answer the question.

“I’m going to say as long as he can,” his wife Bert said.

Moustache or no moustache.

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Students launch new academic year in Berlin

BERLIN, CT (WFSB) - Students, parents, and staff in Berlin said they were excited for the launch of a new school year.McGee Middle School’s staff welcomed students back with a wave.“It was cute, and it’s a good welcome back to school after a long summer,” said Leah Buchholt, a 7th grader.Superintendent Brian Benigni told Channel 3 that the school staff was ready to roll out a new district-wide program.Benigni called it the “Ruler Program.” He said it was developed at the Yale Ce...

BERLIN, CT (WFSB) - Students, parents, and staff in Berlin said they were excited for the launch of a new school year.

McGee Middle School’s staff welcomed students back with a wave.

“It was cute, and it’s a good welcome back to school after a long summer,” said Leah Buchholt, a 7th grader.

Superintendent Brian Benigni told Channel 3 that the school staff was ready to roll out a new district-wide program.

Benigni called it the “Ruler Program.” He said it was developed at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence.

It teaches students about their own emotions and feelings, as well as the feelings of others.

“That’s just a way for students to self-regulate, to reflect on their feeling to understand how others are feeling,” the superintendent said. “The interesting part of the program is it starts with teachers the first year, understanding because teachers also need to self-regulate: understand how they feel, how others feel. Just really how to manage themselves in a positive way.”'

Benigni said COVID-19 delayed the full rollout of the program and some training had to be virtual.

Berlin Public Schools also planned to expand career-orientated classes, such as firefighting, where fire crews teach in conjunction with teachers.

“Getting students out to the career field, I think it’s very exciting. Students are gravitating towards it with high interest, and we hope that students latch onto it as the education is more than just within the school,” Benigni said.

The district also added an emergency rescue course to help prepare students for life after graduation.

As far as teachers go, Benigni said the district was in a good spot.

He said there were only three openings, which included two paraprofessionals and one for special education.

“I think the big thing is that we’re back to normal, and people are eager to start the year,” he said.

A normal year is something to which Leah is looking forward.

“I’m probably most excited for getting to hangout with my friends in classes and having really good teachers,” the 7th grader said.

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Cardona, Lamont visit Berlin schools to welcome students back to classrooms

This tour is part of Miguel Cardona's larger effort to visit schools across the United States.BERLIN, Conn — Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont and U.S. Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona spent Thursday touring two Berlin schools to welcome students back to class.Hubbard Elementary School and Berlin High School students got to say hello to both leaders as they stopped in multiple classrooms.This tour is part of ...

This tour is part of Miguel Cardona's larger effort to visit schools across the United States.

BERLIN, Conn — Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont and U.S. Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona spent Thursday touring two Berlin schools to welcome students back to class.

Hubbard Elementary School and Berlin High School students got to say hello to both leaders as they stopped in multiple classrooms.

This tour is part of Cardona's larger effort to visit schools across the United States. He will head to the Midwest next week to say hello to students in Missouri, Arkansas, and more.

Lamont told FOX61 he has always loved the first day of school, even since he was attending himself. He said these tours are a special visit in his schedule.

“You ought to see the joy in these kid’s eyes when we say come back to school, we miss you, we want everybody back,” Lamont said. “We are pleased to hear here at Hubbard we are only one teacher short and we are doing everything we can to help by way of the government and the Department of Education.”

Cardona said he used to teach at Hubbard Elementary School and grew up in Connecticut, which is why he chose the Nutmeg State as part of his visits.

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Cardona spent a few minutes in about 10 different classrooms on Thursday. He told students that education and staying in school is important, asked how they liked their teachers and made personal connections with some of the faculty.

He went on to say at a time when schools are suffering from a chronic lack of staffing, he is pleased to see that some Berlin schools are not having that problem.

Cardona told FOX61 that this district is also not seeing an issue with students missing too much school.

“Here in Berlin they have reduced chronic absenteeism, students are coming back to school regularly and families are understanding how to work well with the schools,” Cardona said.

Lamont echoed his words during a press conference, saying he and others are working together to make sure teachers’ salaries are getting higher and schools are becoming more well-funded.

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Where To Cut A Christmas Tree In Berlin

BERLIN, CT— It’s still early, but if you’re planning to put up a live Christmas tree this year, it’s a good idea to scope out what will be available from Berlin area tree growers.Here are a few places to start:• DeMaria Family Farm — 1165 Edgewood Road, Berlin/ Kensington• ...

BERLIN, CT— It’s still early, but if you’re planning to put up a live Christmas tree this year, it’s a good idea to scope out what will be available from Berlin area tree growers.

Here are a few places to start:

DeMaria Family Farm — 1165 Edgewood Road, Berlin/ Kensington

Karabin Farms — 894 Andrews St., Southington, karabinfarms.com

Barbourtown Tree & Maple Syrup Farm — 225 Barbourtown Road, Canton

From the Woods Farm — 74 Bunker Hill Road, Canton, fromthewoodsfarm.com

Last year, the median price for trees purchased directly from a grower was about $93, according to PickYourOwnChristmasTree.org. About 26 million live trees were sold last year, compared to 27.4 million in 2018.

A survey by the American Christmas Tree Association, an industry trade group, shows that of the 94 percent of Americans who plan to put up a Christmas tree this year, 23 percent will display a live tree.

Last year, live tree prices increased about 10 percent, largely due to inflation and drought, according to industry experts.

Years of extreme weather — drought conditions in some parts of the country and excess moisture in others — are expected to translate to slightly higher 2023 Christmas tree prices, according to a report from Country Folks Grower, a business-to-business publication serving fresh market and ornamental crops.

“A lot can happen in a half dozen years that can change the outlook for a Christmas tree crop from one season to the next,” the report said. “Farmers will be facing challenges in the 2023 Christmas tree season brought about by developments over the past several years.”

At any given moment, about 350 million Christmas trees are growing on tree farms across the country.

It typically takes a tree between six and eight years to grow to the desirable height for decorating. Large trees — those 7 feet and taller — may be in short supply because sales of smaller trees have been strong in recent years, the report said. Also, people may need to settle for a different species than they’re accustomed to buying.

For more information from the Connecticut Christmas Tree Growers Association, click on this link.

Hop Häus Gastropub moves its Plainville restaurant to Berlin

Hop Häus Gastropub recently moved its Plainville location to a new building in Berlin, celebrating its official opening on May 30.The new Berlin restaurant is at 9 Steele Blvd. Owners announced the move in February, noting that a second location of its sister bar, ...

Hop Häus Gastropub recently moved its Plainville location to a new building in Berlin, celebrating its official opening on May 30.

The new Berlin restaurant is at 9 Steele Blvd. Owners announced the move in February, noting that a second location of its sister bar, The Salty Dog Tavern in Southington's Milldale section, would be moving into the Plainville space.

"Don't think of it as losing a Hop Häus — think of it as gaining a Salty Dog!!" they wrote in the February post. The second Salty Dog opened in Plainville on March 28.

The Salty Dog, a family-style sports tavern, was a better fit for Plainville, owner Michael Miller said by phone Friday, and he had the opportunity to relaunch Hop Häus at the Steele Center, a new mixed-use development in Berlin featuring apartments, retail, office space and restaurants.

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Hop Häus' first restaurant, at 28 W. Main St. in Southington's Plantsville section, first opened in 2014, and the Plainville location followed in 2021. Miller said the gastropub focuses on fresh food with locally-sourced ingredients, along with a bar program featuring local craft beers and spirits.

The Berlin location's menu boasts 28 rotating beers on draft, along with brew-friendly fare like tacos, sandwiches, burgers and hearty entrees. Miller said its menu reflects staples from the Southington location, including its unique "Frenchman Burger," a best-seller with garlic aioli, lettuce and Gruyere cheese sitting in a housemade French onion fondue. Other favorites include a Cubano and a Reuben.

Appetizers include housemade potato chips and hand-cut fries, deviled eggs, charcuterie, wings, a giant pretzel with housemade beer cheese and cauliflower satay, featuring tempura battered cauliflower tossed in mai tai sauce, topped with sesame seeds, toasted coconut and crushed peanuts served with sweet chili peanut sauce.

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Main courses include pub fish n' chips and chicken and waffles, and the restaurant's "porky" macaroni and cheese is another signature, Miller said, with bacon, fried prosciutto and and pork belly, topped with fried egg.

The bar also offers a wide variety of cocktails, along with mocktails featuring non-alcoholic spirits. Miller said the restaurant's beverage director, Katie Kennedy, works closely with local companies like Litchfield Distillery, Up n'Down Rock and Bourbon and Hartford Flavor Company.

Hop Häus is open Tuesday through Sunday at 10:30 a.m. (860) 357-4468, hophauscraftbeer.com/berlin/; instagram.com/hophausberlin.

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