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Home Care In Rockfall, CT

Home Care Rockfall, 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 Castle Craig 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 Rockfall, 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 Rockfall, 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 Rockfall, 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 Trout Brook Valley Preserve 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 Pizzeria DaVinci Rockfall or visit Wadsworth Falls 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.

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Benefits of Home Care in Rockfall, 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 Rockfall, 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 Rockfall, 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:

  • Visiting Angels
  • Newfield Rest Home Inc
  • Shiloh Manor
  • Luther Ridge At Middletown
  • McLean
  • Heritage Commons Retirement Community
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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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Thousands of tires on Middlefield property spark frustration

MIDDLEFIELD, Conn. (WTNH) — A home on Ross Road in Middlefield has become the focus of several complaints because tires keep piling up on the property.News 8 spoke with the homeowner’s son, Salvatore Russo, who said he started collecting tires for a wall that was approved to be built. He said he’s collected about 4,000 so far.Not only do they fill the backyard of his mother’s Ross Road home, but now some are in the front yard as well.“Would you want to buy a house on that road? Jerry Finch, ...

MIDDLEFIELD, Conn. (WTNH) — A home on Ross Road in Middlefield has become the focus of several complaints because tires keep piling up on the property.

News 8 spoke with the homeowner’s son, Salvatore Russo, who said he started collecting tires for a wall that was approved to be built. He said he’s collected about 4,000 so far.

Not only do they fill the backyard of his mother’s Ross Road home, but now some are in the front yard as well.

“Would you want to buy a house on that road? Jerry Finch, a Middlefield resident asked. “Come on.”

Finch and other neighbors say they have been complaining about the property to the town and state for years,and now the tires have gotten out of hand.

“I’m on the conservation commission, and you know, unfortunately, there’s nothing we can do about it,” Finch said. “We know that’s a breeding grown for mosquitos, but again, it’s falling on deaf ears.”

News 8 spoke with the first selectman and said a cease and correct order was issued about four months ago but was ignored. After that, a citation was issued, fining the owner $150 a day. The next step would be taking the owner to court. The owner’s son, however, said he is working with the zoning officer in town to try to avoid that.

“Somebody called the DEEP, or whatever, and then they went to where I was getting rid of the tires, and then the tire place where I was getting rid of them said I can’t bring them no more,” Russo said.

He said he is trying to get rid of the tires and the ones in front of the house are ones he has moved from the backyard. He also said getting the tires taken away isn’t going to be cheap.

“They said it will be three trucks, $1,300 each truck, and they’ll come out here,” Russo said.

He also said it hasn’t been easy.

“Right now, like I said, I put off my back surgery, and I had to go back to work to get rid of these,” Russo said.

Removing the tires may not come soon enough for his neighbors’ liking.

“God forbid if those ever caught on fire, you would not be able to put those out,” Finch said.

Rich Farm Ice Cream opens new Middlefield shop with slow-churned, small-batch treats

After 20 years working in "corporate America," Jill Serra decided it was time for a career change.The Seymour resident spent Thursday afternoon setting up the latest addition to the Rich Farm Ice Cream franchise at 1 Lorraine Terrace in Middlefield, where Wood and Smoke BBQ used to run seasonally until 2019. Serra opened ...

After 20 years working in "corporate America," Jill Serra decided it was time for a career change.

The Seymour resident spent Thursday afternoon setting up the latest addition to the Rich Farm Ice Cream franchise at 1 Lorraine Terrace in Middlefield, where Wood and Smoke BBQ used to run seasonally until 2019. Serra opened up her business in tune with the July 4 holiday, just as the original stand in Oxford did. She held a soft opening to work out any kinks the next day, and enjoyed a fair number of customers hungry for the cold treats on hot summer days.

“I’m excited about this new beginning [and] new chapter in our lives,” she said.

Serra has long been a fan of the company’s slow-churned, small-batch ice cream since it opened its first stand in Oxford in 1994. Her personal favorite flavors are black raspberry and coconut. The five-generation family farm dates back to 1950, and was originally named Ajello’s Farm, after Raffaele Ajello, the great-grandfather of Dan Rich, who launched the ice cream business adjacent to the farm. Rich Farm has three other ice cream stand locations in Connecticut (Oxford, Bristol and Brookfield) and another in Placentia, Calif., run by a family member.

Serra said she and other franchise staff members had been searching for a new location for a couple of years before the Middlefield location came on the market. The location provides the same open atmosphere as the other locations, with cows grazing nearby and six picnic tables, Serra said, and customers are already bringing blankets and sitting out on the grass while their kids run around.

“... I am excited to be part of the [Rich Farm] family. It’s a high-traffic location and has a good feel,” she said.

Serra passed her health department inspections last week, and, in the run-up to the holiday weekend, spent most of her time making batches of ice cream. The stand will be open daily from noon to 9 p.m. through Dec. 22.

To ensure brand consistency, the location will carry the same two dozen everyday flavors as the other shops, as well as seasonal flavors such as Irish cream (in March), Cowabunga (June), and upcoming fall blends, including pumpkin Oreo and caramel apple.

There is also a rotating list of specialty flavors, such as salted caramel bacon, lemon meringue pie, cinnamon bun, Hawaiian cow, Fluffernutter and the popular Jersey cow.

Besides traditional ice cream, which uses all-natural ingredients, dairy-free and sugar-free options are also available including dairy-free chocolate peanut butter swirl. The ice cream contains no corn syrup, growth hormones, polysorbates or phosphates, Serra said. Serra notes she will have fresh waffle cones daily and expects to soon add soft serve to the menu. She will also make ice cream cakes and other holiday treats the parent company is already known for, such as ice cream cannolis and ice cream pies.

"I believe in the product," she said. "It’s a premium mix that we use that makes the ice cream very rich and creamy. And it's just delicious."

That product has earned Rich Farm multiple accolades on both the state and national levels. Hearst Connecticut readers voted Rich Farm as the state’s best ice cream shop in 2021 and 2023, and this year it was featured on Yelp's list of the country's top 100 ice cream shops based on customer reviews. Rich Farm Ice Cream was also recognized as a Dairy Farm of Distinction by the Connecticut Department of Agriculture.

Rich Farm Ice Cream is unlike other ice cream shops, Serra said. “We use high- quality ingredients and it’s made fresh daily on premises."

The Middlefield location will be open on Friday from 5 to 9 p.m., Serra said. Starting Saturday, the shop will be open from noon to 9 p.m. daily. For information, visit Rich Farm Ice Cream, Middlefield on Facebook.

Middletown's Nature Walk At Highlawn Forest

This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.Community CornerIs Sunday Dec 12th @10m Hi All,On Sunday, December 12, at 10AM, I will lead a walk sponsored by Middletown Recreation Division at Highlawn Forest. This 275-acre preserve, under easement to CFPA, includes plantations, forests, and swamps.This trip, primarily level...

This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.

Community Corner

Is Sunday Dec 12th @10m

Hi All,

On Sunday, December 12, at 10AM, I will lead a walk sponsored by Middletown Recreation Division at Highlawn Forest. This 275-acre preserve, under easement to CFPA, includes plantations, forests, and swamps.

This trip, primarily level and easy, with a short area of incline, will last ~1.5 hours. Dress for the weather, wear hiking shoes, and bring a light snack and water. Children under age 16 must attend with an adult 18+.

Highlawn Forest is located on Route 66, 4 miles east from Interstate 91, exit 18 or 2.7 miles west from Main/Washington Street junction. Trail head to right of CT Forest and Park Association building. (GPS address: 16 Meriden Rd, Rockfall, CT 06481)

Cancelled if inclement weather. Email me ([email protected]) with questions or that morning, call 860 262 2788.

Find out what's happening in Middletownwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

The Middletown Rec office has set up a new registration system and would appreciate anyone going on hikes to set up an account on it,so they can document participation -- and keep the nature hikes program going! I registered myself and it wasn't hard -- please take a minute to sign up: https://myrec.middletownct.gov/info/household/add_step_01.aspx

Once you set up the account, the Rec office will register you for the hike afterwards from the sign-in sheets, or you can register for hikes (and any other Rec office programs) directly. But if you haven't set up an account, they can't register you and the hike count will show up lower then it actually was. Questions to the Rec Office: 860 638 4500

--Beth Lapin, MA, MSWwww.BethLapin.com

Caravan of Dreams(Re)Connecting with Nature in a Personal Way(860) 262 2788

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OnCall Imaging opens to patients Oct. 30 in Rock Falls

ROCK FALLS — A retail medical imaging center is set to open at the end of this month in Rock Falls.OnCall Imaging will offer advanced noninvasive imaging, including X-rays, MRI, CT scans, ultrasounds, DEXA scans for bone density and mammography, said Jennifer Junis, OSF OnCall Digital Health senior vice president. Patients can schedule appointments, get same-day access or choose to seek a walk-in appointment.“We know there&rsquo...

ROCK FALLS — A retail medical imaging center is set to open at the end of this month in Rock Falls.

OnCall Imaging will offer advanced noninvasive imaging, including X-rays, MRI, CT scans, ultrasounds, DEXA scans for bone density and mammography, said Jennifer Junis, OSF OnCall Digital Health senior vice president. Patients can schedule appointments, get same-day access or choose to seek a walk-in appointment.

“We know there’s a huge need for that [ease of access and pricing transparency] in imaging, because a lot of imaging is done at hospitals, which really is not as conducive to caring for patients in a convenient manner,” Junis said.

OnCall Imaging is scheduled to open to patients Oct. 30. It is about 1 mile off of Interstate 88 at 1609 First Ave., Rock Falls.

“It’s a great, easy ingress and egress from the region to the imaging center,” said Pete Harkness, an investor in Imaging Centers of Illinois LLC. “It meets the need for quality, affordable imaging services in the area, and it’s centrally located.”

The center is the result of a partnership between OSF HealthCare of Peoria and Imaging Centers of Illinois of Sterling. Junis represents OSF HealthCare on the OnCall Imaging board of directors.

“We want to create that access so that people can stay in the community and receive those images and those exams locally,” Junis said, noting that kind of convenience is a big aspect of retail health care.

OnCall Imaging, located at 1609 First Ave., Rock Falls, is a collaboration between OSF OnCall Digital Health and Imaging Centers of Illinois that will offer low-cost, non-invasive imaging services. It is set to open to patients on Oct. 30. (Photo provided by Pete Harkness)

Patients often wait weeks or months to get in to having imaging done at hospitals, and sometimes must travel long distances to attend their appointments, she said. Upon arrival, they likely have to park at a distance, whether that be in a parking garage, a sizable parking lot or something else, and then maneuver through the interior of a large facility, Junis said.

“We know that consumers today really want to receive care when, where and how they want to,” she said. “[This facility] is an opportunity to really think about designing that in a different way to meet our communities and consumers’ needs.

“Just like the way we buy our groceries has changed or the way we book airline tickets or the way we buy movie tickets, some of that is different today than it was in the past, and health care is kind of lagging behind on a lot of those things.”

The interior of the Rock Falls center is more reminiscent of a spa than a hospital, Harkness said. “It’s very soothing. It’s very comforting. Again, take care of the patient’s wants.”

Harkness said all the feedback he has heard from the region regarding OnCall Imaging is “very positive and very welcoming.”

OnCall Imaging will accept Medicaid, Medicare and most commercial insurances, Junis said. Those without insurance can apply for financial assistance.

“In health care, we haven’t always been good about saying how much things cost; you don’t find out until after the fact,” Junis said. “So really being upfront with the cost [is important] so that people can make good choices for where they’re at in their life and how much they want to spend on medical care, [just] like they choose how much they want to spend on other retail services.”

Information, including the base costs of available procedures, can be found at www.oncallimaging.net.

Middlefield FD Notifies Residents of New Emergency Sirens

Nearly two years after the last emergency siren sounded in town, the installation of three solar powered sirens is almost complete.|Updated Fri, Sep 30, 2011 at 1:29 am ETThe Middlefield Volunteer Fire Department would like to notify residents about some improvements to the siren alerting system. The Department has three alerting sirens located throughout the town. The sirens supplement the pager notification system used by the Valley Shore Dispatch Center and provide a secondary means of notification to our emergency respond...

Nearly two years after the last emergency siren sounded in town, the installation of three solar powered sirens is almost complete.

|Updated Fri, Sep 30, 2011 at 1:29 am ET

The Middlefield Volunteer Fire Department would like to notify residents about some improvements to the siren alerting system. The Department has three alerting sirens located throughout the town. The sirens supplement the pager notification system used by the Valley Shore Dispatch Center and provide a secondary means of notification to our emergency responders. Due to the town’s varying topography, there are many dead spots that the pagers cannot receive the notification of an emergency.

The Fire department is in the process of converting the existing siren located at the intersection of High Street and Way Road into a fire emergency notification siren. This will replace the siren that was located on top of the former Lyman Gunsight building. The new location should improve coverage to the west end of the town due to the increase in its elevation. The department will maintain the existing siren locations behind the firehouse and the one located in Rockfall, at Main Street and Cherry Hill Road.

The new sirens were obtained by the town through a STEAP grant. The sirens are the latest design and function entirely by solar panels mounted to the poles. This will provide the town with a cost savings of electricity that was required for the existing units. This will also provide continuous operation at all time. This is a necessary improvement especially in light of the recent outages caused by Hurricane Irene. The sirens also have the capability of sending voice messages out. This could be used in case of an impending emergency weather condition or other pertinent messages to protect all residents. The normal alerting tone will be three high to low tones sounding lasting thirty seconds. The installation should be completed in the next few weeks with the sirens activating shortly there after.

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