It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Robert M. Bashford House gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Madison, 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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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“We have been very pleased with Always Best Care Agency for the past year. Sue has helped us with finding the perfect match for our mother’s needs. The caregivers that they screen are kind and capable, very professional, my mother glows with contentment when they arrive which puts us at ease as a family.”
“This is a 5 star home care company. Our aide Seth is very professional and caring. She does a great job making my life much easier. I would recommend Always Best Care Bristol to anyone.”
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“Other ABC provides a person to cook and do laundry for my mother. The people I have spoken to at the agency have been extremely helpful but more importantly kind and understanding. I have gotten quick responses to any inquiries I have made. The caregiver has been more than flexible and provides reliable help for my mother. I am feeling confident my mother is getting quality care to help her stay in her home.”
“We appreciate all that you did and would have loved to have Seth with us longer than we did. This was very sudden and in Gods hands I guess. Her last meal was the pasta you made. We tried it too. It was excellent. So you provided her favorite meal. Thank you for that. We would recommend you to anyone who is in need of such services. Be well.”
“We appreciate all that you did and would have loved to have Seth with us longer than we did. This was very sudden and in Gods hands I guess. Her last meal was the pasta you made. We tried it too. It was excellent. So you provided her favorite meal. Thank you for that. We would recommend you to anyone who is in need of such services. Be well”
“Bessie has been an exceptional Health Care Provider. She takes such pride in her work and truly cares about the people she is in contact with. She is dedicated, diligent, and is devoted to her job assignment. She not only takes care of my Mom, but she goes above and beyond her call of duty. Bessie has a unique ability to connect with every person she meets. No day goes by that my Mom is not pampered. Bessie make sure she's always comfortable. She makes exceptional meals for her 3 times a day, cleans her clothes, gives her showers, washes her hair and makes her look amazing every single day. Bessie is so beneficial to our family we can't imagine our family without her. I myself and my family members could never do what she does for our Mom. She has been with my mom and our family for almost 1 year and we don't know what we would do without her, she truly is a gift from God. She not only takes care of my Mom daily, nightly and weekly, she also takes care of her personal life and whatever life throws at her. She is a devoted caretaker and should be recognized with the utmost respect. Her dedication to improving the health and well-being of my Mom is commendable. You can't find anyone as special as she. Her life commitment has touched our lives through her delivery of exceptional care in a compassionate, respectful, and safe manner on a daily basis. She has become a member of our family and she has shown us the meaning of adaptability. Her strong faith in God, Forgiveness, and Believing in each other makes her the great person that she is. On behalf of our family, we would like to thank you for the extraordinary care and services your company has provided to us. Thank you for all you do”
“I am a current client of this provider We used Always Best Care for my mother. They provided basically anything we needed a few hours a week, they were very thorough in asking about my mother's condition, and what were the needs that were required. It's more like bathing, medication, and companionship. We used them for about a week.”
“Thank you so much for all the incredible attention you gave our family and dad during his illness. We are so grateful that your service was available and that you were all true to your words - you were there to help EVERY step of the way - Our words don't seem enough to express our gratitude. We will miss you all but never forget and we tell everyone we know about your agency and staff.”
“Thank you so much for all the incredible attention you gave our family and dad during his illness. We are so grateful that your service was available and that you were all true to your words - you were there to help EVERY step of the way - Our words don't seem enough to express our gratitude. We will miss you all but never forget and we tell everyone we know about your agency and staff”
“To honor Bob's memory, enjoy a round of golf, share your music with others, make your town a better place, have coffee with a friend, help someone in need, and fill every day with two days' worth of life! The family would like to thank caregivers Pauline and Yvette of Always Best Care of Bristol and Hartford Healthcare at Home for their extraordinary care.”
“Thank you again to you, Susan and the rest of the care-givers and staff of Always Best Care for the outstanding service you have provided for our parents. ABC provided professional, first-class support that allowed our parents to remain in their home while relieving of us of concern for their care and is something we will never forget. You can be sure we will happily refer any family member or friend that is seeking care at home to Always Best Care.”
“Thank you again to you, Susan and the rest of the care-givers and staff of Always Best Care for the outstanding service you have provided for our parents. ABC provided professional, first-class support that allowed our parents to remain in their home while relieving of us of concern for their care and is something we will never forget. You can be sure we will happily refer any family member or friend that is seeking care at home to Always Best Care.”
“Thank you for the excellent care given to my mom. It was a huge weight lifted off my shoulders knowing that Cynthia was there to care for her. Mom was very fond of Cynthia as well as the rest of the family.”
“The Renchy family of Guilford would like to thank the staff and caretakers at CT Hospice of Branford and the CT Hospice Homecare as well as the staff and caretakers from Always Best Care. A special thank you to Sue Dow who helped the family navigate the homecare process over the past several years.”
“Rick/Heather, Thank you for providing excellent customer service !! I have received several emails and phone calls from caregivers who have provided positive feedback about the aids that you deploy to their loved ones (my consumers). This can only be a reflection of your hiring practices and the training that you provide, we appreciate the excellent quality of service.”
“I am a past client of this provider Dave and staff, thank you or consistently caring and comforting my Mom. Your quality of care will be recommended to others. You went above and beyond what was expected.”
“Dear Rick, Over the past three plus years, my father Joseph Ceuch has lived at home assisted by the caregivers from your company Always Best Care of Greater Bristol. This letter is a personal thank you from my father and the entire Ceuch family on how your caregivers treated and attended to my father during this time. The caregivers became part of our extended family who shared in countless family events resulting in beautiful lasting memories. Caregivers Frances Boateng, Jeremy Turner, and Yanice Hernandez were awesome in their care of my father. I want to especially acknowledge Francis as a person who went above and beyond his responsibility and became part of the Ceuch inner circle. It was not uncommon for Francis on his off days to stop by during a family picnic to say hello...he is truly loved by my father. Again, I want to thank you for the loving care your caregivers provided my father. I would highly recommend your company to anyone interested in having a caregiver attend to a loved one. Thanks again”
“Heather, I just wanted to thank Always Best Care in helping to provide care for my step father, Daryl. It's unbelievable how the progression of his illness happened so quickly, however, Always Best Care was always ready to provide the level of care he needed as it increased. Most importantly, I'd like to thank his aide, Sue Malasics. She was wonderful to Daryl and took great care of his needs. I knew I did not have to worry with Sue there with him. She was always cooking wonderful homemade meals and desserts and I was happy to see how happy she made Daryl. I think she is a wonderful asset to Always Best Care. Should I know of anyone needing help in the future, I would recommend Always Best Care and Sue Malasics.”
“I had a very good experience ! I really appreciate the service that your company, Always Best Care, offered our family and especially the caring, loving attitude that Amber and Natalie displayed to Carol at all times. They were outstanding and you should be proud to place them in any situation with the full expectation they will represent your firm in a most professional manner. Thanks again for all your help.”
“I had a very good experience ! I really appreciate the service that your company, Always Best Care, offered our family and especially the caring, loving attitude that Amber and Natalie displayed to Carol at all times. They were outstanding and you should be proud to place them in any situation with the full expectation they will represent your firm in a most professional manner. Thanks again for all your help.”
“My mother was bedbound for months and had serious health related issues including kidney failure. My mother was also very demanding about her care and who she would allow into her home. After several attempts with various in-home care agencies my mother really responded well to Always Best Care Senior Services of Greater Bristol and we cant thank them enough for the high level of compassionate care they were able to provide during my moms final months.”
“I am a past client of this provider My journey with Always Best Care began with a visit from the owner and office manager. Soon after, I was introduced to the caregiver who would provide care for me. All 3 persons seemed very knowledgeable, experienced anf caring. I was certainly provided with quality service and much respect and compassion.”
“I am a retired registered nurse, and for several years, I have been the primary caregiver for my husbamd/ My husband suffers from dementia and is aphasic. On a Saturday morning in October of 2015, a sudden change in my health required an emergent hospitilization, which late resulted in an extensive rehabilitation stay. Upon my hospitalization, my son reached out to Always Best Care Senior Services of greater Bristol. The Always Best Care team assessed my husband, his needs, and had his care staffed within hours of my son's call. The care provided to my husband has been exceptional. The caregivers as well as the office staff have been attentive to our needs and have met all of our expectations. I would highly recommend Always Best Care to you and anyone who is in need of care for their loved one.”
“Our sister, Barbara has early-onset dementia , and was in sudden need of a personal care assistant until placement in a quality skilled nursing facility became available. We reached out to home health care agencies in her local area but, by this point, had already worked with several agencies for med reminders for Barbara (and 24/7 care for our Mom in another area of CT) and were a bit skeptical that that we’d find one that could provide consistent quality of care.When I spoke with Rick Downey of Always Best Care Senior Services in Bristol, he conveyed both confidence in his knowledge of health care and empathy in understanding the frustrations that families experience when seeking quality care for their loved ones. We were next contacted by their care coordinator,Heather Kozikowski, who came to our sister’s home to conduct an assessment and further explain the services offered by Always Best Care.A further testament to the exceptional quality of Always Best Care is the service and care we’ve received after Barbara is no longer a client; our thanks to Always Best Care for the excellent care of our sister, and the peace-of-mind it afforded our family knowing that she was in such kind and competent hands!”
“I am a retired registered nurse, and for several years, I have been the primary caregiver for my husbamd/ My husband suffers from dementia and is aphasic. On a Saturday morning in October of 2015, a sudden change in my health required an emergent hospitilization, which late resulted in an extensive rehabilitation stay. Upon my hospitalization, my son reached out to Always Best Care Senior Services of greater Bristol. The Always Best Care team assessed my husband, his needs, and had his care staffed within hours of my son's call. The care provided to my husband has been exceptional. The caregivers as well as the office staff have been attentive to our needs and have met all of our expectations. I would highly recommend Always Best Care to you and anyone who is in need of care for their loved one.”
“I am a past client of this provider My journey with Always Best Care began with a visit from the owner and office manager. Soon after, I was introduced to the caregiver who would provide care for me. All 3 persons seemed very knowledgeable, experienced anf caring. I was certainly provided with quality service and much respect and compassion.”
“I am a past client of this provider Dave and staff, thank you or consistently caring and comforting my Mom. Your quality of care will be recommended to others. You went above and beyond what was expected.”
“I am a current client of this provider I have a very good providers from this Company”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting James Madison Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local L'Etoile Restaurant or visit Harold C. Bradley House, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Madison, 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.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Madison, 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.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Madison, CT 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
The store has been a fixture in Madison for more than four decades.Updated Mon, May 19, 2025 at 9:59 pm ETMADISON, CT — After more than 40 years, Robert's Food Center in Madison is closing, due to an inability to come to terms on a new lease, the owners announced."After 40 plus years of operations and 12 months of lease negotiations, we were unable to reach an agreement on numerous outstanding disputes with our ...
Updated Mon, May 19, 2025 at 9:59 pm ET
MADISON, CT — After more than 40 years, Robert's Food Center in Madison is closing, due to an inability to come to terms on a new lease, the owners announced.
"After 40 plus years of operations and 12 months of lease negotiations, we were unable to reach an agreement on numerous outstanding disputes with our current landlord," father and son owners Bob and Zach Fusco wrote in a statement.
An exact closing date was not disclosed, but over the weekend, the store dropped the price of "all dry grocery, dairy and frozen food items" by 25 percent to reduce inventory before the closure.
Additionally, as the store, located at 514 Old Toll Road, winds down operations, it has changed its hours to 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The popular store has long been a fixture in town, and not only drew customers from Madison, but also from Guilford, Killingworth and Durham.
Over the years, it has hosted charity bake sales, been a meeting place for community events, and introduced a touchscreen kiosk nearly 15 years ago.
"Since 1983 and three family generations, we have been your local grocer, community partner and your friend," the Fuscoes wrote. "We have enjoyed watching your families grow along with ours through all the moments both big and small."
The best vantage points for viewing the fireworks are from the three Madison beaches.Alfred Branch, Patch Staff|Updated Thu, Jun 12, 2025 at 11:06 am ETMADISON, CT — Madison has a full slate of events scheduled to celebrate Independence Day, according to officials.The Annual Independence Day Fireworks will be rocketed from a barge just south of...
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
|Updated Thu, Jun 12, 2025 at 11:06 am ET
MADISON, CT — Madison has a full slate of events scheduled to celebrate Independence Day, according to officials.
The Annual Independence Day Fireworks will be rocketed from a barge just south of the West Wharf pier at 9:30 p.m. on July 2, with the best vantage points for viewing at the Town Beaches: Surf Club, East Wharf, and West Wharf.
At 10 a.m. on July 4, the town's Independence Day Parade will step off, heading west on Boston Post Road (Route 1) from Samson Rock Drive to the West Wharf Road and will end at the Surf Club.
Additionally, there will also be a concert on the green beginning at 6 p.m. on July 5, sponsored by Madison Cultural Arts. The opener is Lancraft Fife & Drum Crops, followed by Wallingford Symphony Orchestra, Conducted by Philip Ventre, at 7:00 p.m.
"Please note that for the July 4th Weekend, the sale of Beach Parking Stickers/Passes will end at 12:00pm on Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025," First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons said in a statement. "Please make sure to have your parking pass prior to 4:00 p.m. on July 3, 2025 if you want to visit the Town beaches during the holiday weekend. Residents will be able to purchase online and show your receipt at the checkpoint. Pass/sticker sales will resume on Monday, July 7, 2025."
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This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.Community CornerCommunity, Flea Market, ABC Bike Sale, Food, Fun and Family!Community ContributorThe Madison Lions Club will hold its 51st annual Flea Market on the Madison Green on June 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in conjunction with the ABC Bike Sale for a double whammy of fun and great deals. The event is free, and member...
This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.
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The Madison Lions Club will hold its 51st annual Flea Market on the Madison Green on June 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in conjunction with the ABC Bike Sale for a double whammy of fun and great deals. The event is free, and members encourage residents to spend the day looking for unique finds and taking a load off for food and beverages that will be available.
Madison Lion Dick Borner said as the event approaches its fifth decade, the importance of the funds raised for the organization’s multi-focused efforts is more critical than ever. “One of the largest events of its kind on the shoreline combines a flea market with many vendors offering some great deals. Lions are pleased to be joined by the famous ABC Bike Sale. Food and beverages are available during the day, and admission is free,” Borner said.
According to Borner, in keeping with the organization’s mission of service to others, all proceeds from this event will be used to support the Madison Lions Foundation and its efforts in contributing to numerous charities and nonprofits. “Proceeds from this event will be used to support the Madison Lions Club in contributing to local and state charities, with a focus on vision, youth, and community projects. We are also looking for new members to help us continue our service to the community,Borner said.
Vendors are welcomed to the Green and are encouraged to register early for primespace. Vendor spaces are available by mailing a $65.00 check one week before theevent ($70 after that), payable to the Madison Lions Foundation at Box 99, Madison,CT, 06443. Inquiries about vendor spaces may be made at 860-227-8045.
A long-time business in North Madison is closing its doors, as local shoppers will soon have to find a new grocery store. See residents' reactions.MADISON, Connecticut — Attention shoppers!After more than four decades of providing grocery shopping convenience to the North Madison community, Robert's Food Center on Old Toll Road will close its doors for good by the end of the week.As long-time regular customers walk through ...
A long-time business in North Madison is closing its doors, as local shoppers will soon have to find a new grocery store. See residents' reactions.
MADISON, Connecticut — Attention shoppers!
After more than four decades of providing grocery shopping convenience to the North Madison community, Robert's Food Center on Old Toll Road will close its doors for good by the end of the week.
As long-time regular customers walk through the family-owned market, the sight of empty shelves greets them, serving as a reminder that they will soon need to find a new place to shop.
“I'm very disappointed. This is a big loss for the community,” said Molly Nolan, of Durham.
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Madison resident Jill Lee added, “It was a cute selling point for North Madison to have everything up here, and we're definitely devastated to lose it.”
The mom-and-pop grocery store will close its doors for the last time on Thursday or Friday. After a year of unsuccessful lease negotiations, the owners said they were unable to reach an agreement with the current landlord.
Now, the store’s closure will leave the North Madison community without a convenient grocery store nearby.
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“They're going to have to go to, you know, downtown into Madison, or they'll have to go into North Branford,” said Nolan.
Lee also commented on the grocery store's efficient location.
“[It's been] definitely an easy place to come if I forgot something, if somebody didn't come in grocery delivery, if I'm making a recipe and I realize I'm out of something, or sometimes we just come with the kids to get a treat,” said Lee.
There is also concern in the community over what will happen to the other businesses that are located in the same plaza as Robert's Food Center.
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“I also feel for the other tenants because I know the idea of loss of foot traffic is something that's on their mind,” said Lee.
Nolan expects it will have an effect on the pizza restaurant that sits several yards away from the grocery store, but she hopes the business doesn't take a huge hit.
"You know, people would stop by, get a few things, pick up their pizza and go home," Nolan said. [Now], there's less of a reason to do that; more reason to go elsewhere.”
Store management said the business will remain open until all of the food has been sold. That will occur on either Thursday or Friday.
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MADISON — Residents and town officials said they were saddened to learn the family-owned Roberts Food Center, a fixture in the North Madison Shopping Center for more than 40 years, will be closing.The store announced its closure over the weekend on social media and its website, saying it was unable to reach an agreement with their landlord after a year of lease negotiatio...
MADISON — Residents and town officials said they were saddened to learn the family-owned Roberts Food Center, a fixture in the North Madison Shopping Center for more than 40 years, will be closing.
The store announced its closure over the weekend on social media and its website, saying it was unable to reach an agreement with their landlord after a year of lease negotiations. The last day is Thursday, according to the store.
Father and son Bob and Zach Fusco had run the market together since 2015 when his son joined the team at age 23. Bob Fusco opened the Roberts in 1983. The store at 514 Old Toll Road, near the Route 79 Madison circle, serves the communities of North Guilford, North Madison, Durham and Killingworth.
The younger Fusco is the owner of Brookside Market in Glastonbury, which opened in 2020. He declined to comment on the dispute with the landlord over the Madison store.
Zach Fusco’s said he’s sad to see this chapter end for the store.
He grew up in the business, accompanying his dad to the store since he was 5 years old.
“I knew I wanted to come back to the business," he said of his time in college. "My grandfather and dad employed their kids, and now their grandkids now work for us.”
Over that time, the family has gotten to know their longtime customers well.
“We're very involved in the community for over 40 years,” he said. “We’ve gotten close to a lot of people. It's been a long ride, so it's going to be very sad to see it go."
The family did an extensive $2 million renovation in 2019, updating it from its last makeover in the 1990s, with all new floors, new cases and new colors, he said, adding they've been investing in the business since.
“We've kind of come to a crossroads here,” Fusco said.
Competing as an independent grocery store with the major chain stores and discount stores, such as Costco and Amazon, is tough, he said.
“And, when your store's a third the size of a chain store, I can't offer everything, but we can be better at what we do offer,” he said. “So, it's just really, really tailoring your offerings to the community, really going above and beyond with that service, and that personal aspect.”
Customers appreciated the personal touch, he said.
“A lot of the customers, they knew my father, they knew my grandfather, they knew my grandmother, they know my kids, they know my siblings," Fusco said. "It's just a different vibe and a different feel to how we operate.”
The Glastonbury store, Fusco said, is “doing very well” and they have plans to continue serving the South Glastonbury and Portland communities there.
“But this is kind of our goodbye to the shoreline for now,” he said.
Bob Buess, owner of the neighboring North Madison Wine & Spirits since 1989, said he will miss the food center because of the business it brought to his store and as a shopper.
“I'm a resident as well and obviously that's going to hurt our business not having to anchor a store there,” Buess said. “We catch business from people just coming into the plaza, for sure.”
On a personal level, Buess said he’ll miss Robert’s “family feel” and their meats and house-made sides for cookouts.
“A lot of people have very fond memories of the place,” he said, including him.
Buess said his customers are “devastated” the store is closing.
“If you were having a cookout, where would you go?" he said. "You'd go to Robert's to get the pre-made burgers and their potato salad."
Customers were loyal to Robert’s “homemade” offerings, he said.
“I think Robert's had a real connection to the town for sure,” Buess said.
Madison First Selectman Peggy Lyons said she was “very disappointed” to learn that “such a treasured neighborhood store will be closing.”
“Robert’s has been embedded in our local community for many years," she said.
Lyons said she had spoken to both the business and property owners and offered to help mediate the dispute.
“While it appears their differences are irreconcilable, I have been assured the landlord is actively looking for another grocery tenant and understands the importance of the plaza’s role in the heart of the North Madison community,” Lyons said.
She said town officials will "ensure the shopping plaza continues to thrive going forward.”
Killingworth First Selectman Eric Donavon Couture said town residents there will miss Roberts as well.
“I've gone shopping there," Couture said. "They're an institution and a lot of residents are going to be negatively impacted by Roberts closing.”
In the area, this is the third IGA store to close. In North Branford, the shuttered IGA market has been vacant since it closed in 2009, coinciding with the new Big Y Market opening up the road on Route 80.
In recent years, Colonial Market in Essex closed during the pandemic and DG Market, a grocery store affiliated with Dollar General, opened in 2024.
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