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 Fort Nathan Hale 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 New Haven, 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.”
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“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 East Rock 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 ZINC New Haven or visit James Dwight Dana 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 New Haven, 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 New Haven, 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 New Haven, 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.
Home Ports & Infrastructure Gateway Terminal in New Haven secures ‘vital’ funding for zero-emission technology Ports & Logistics Gateway Terminal in New Haven, Connecticut, an Enstructure company, has been awarded ...
Home Ports & Infrastructure Gateway Terminal in New Haven secures ‘vital’ funding for zero-emission technology
Gateway Terminal in New Haven, Connecticut, an Enstructure company, has been awarded funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) via the agency’s Clean Ports Program to purchase and install electric and zero-emissions (ZE) equipment and infrastructure.
As disclosed, the allocated grant amounts to $34 million and it is set to be invested across a number of initiatives as part of Enstructure’s progress toward its overarching zero emissions targets.
Specifically, the New Haven project includes the replacement of current diesel-powered assets with new electric equipment and the installation of charging infrastructure and solar panels to power that equipment. Additionally, the funding will go toward buying electric gantry cranes, material handlers and yard trucks.
“In New Haven, Gateway Terminal will be using this funding to replace four aging diesel-powered cranes with all-electric machines, deploy 10 all-electric tractors for terminal drayage services, and install solar infrastructure,” U.S. Representative Rosa DeLauro explained more closely.
“These efforts will reduce their reliance on the electric grid and the need for fossil fuel dependency while greatly improving air quality for residents of the City.”
As understood, the New London State Pier, where the Gateway Terminal is the port operator, has also bagged $5,000,000 through the Clean Ports Program to acquire a mobile shore power unit and install the required infrastructure.
As a result, this is anticipated to help docked vessels connect to the local electric grid to power onboard services instead of running their diesel engines.
“Our ports are the driving force behind Connecticut’s blue economy, but the diesel-powered equipment we use to move goods through them is polluting nearby communities and taking a toll on public health,” U.S. Senator, Chris Murphy, spotlighted further.
“By replacing aging, polluting equipment with cleaner, zero-emission alternatives, this $39 million in federal funding will help keep ports in New Haven and New London running smoothly.”
“We are grateful for the support of our partners throughout this process, including the State of Connecticut, Governor Lamont, Senator Blumenthal, Senator Murphy and Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro. With their support, we are improving our infrastructure in New Haven to maintain the highest standards of environmental stewardship and terminal service,” Philippe de Montigny, Co-CEO and Founder of Enstructure, shared.
In terms of sustainability, Enstructure has partaken in numerous initiatives focused on reducing harmful pollutant emissions and going ‘fully green’. To remind, one such development was unveiled recently when the company announced it became an official member of Green Marine, an environmental certification program for the North American maritime industry.
To obtain the certification, Enstructure said it would benchmark its ecological performance for issues such as greenhouse gases (GHG), spill prevention, stormwater and waste management.
The EPA’s Clean Ports Program, which was launched in February this year, encompassed $3 billion in funding for the country’s port sector to transition over time to fully zero-emissions operations.
Specifically, 55 applicants across 27 states and regions were tentatively selected in the process and rewarded with this Inflation Reduction Act-funded grant.
The grant consisted of two opportunities: the Zero-Emission Technology Deployment Competition, and the Climate and Air Quality Planning Competition.
Among the winners of the former are the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ), the Port of Los Angeles, the Port of San Diego, the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA), the Philadelphia Regional Port Authority and the Port Department of the City of Oakland.
In regards to the latter, among the awardees are the Port of Houston Authority in Texas, the Puerto Rico Ports Authority and the Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA).
CT Gateway Terminal CREDIT GatewayProject will integrate electric assets, charging infrastructure and solar power equipment.Gateway Terminal in New Haven, CT, an Enstructure company, will receive funding to purchase and install electric equipment through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Ports Program. The grant allocation includes $34,000,000 to purchase electric gantry cranes, material handlers and yard trucks, replace current diesel assets, and install solar panels as part of En...
CT Gateway Terminal CREDIT Gateway
Project will integrate electric assets, charging infrastructure and solar power equipment.
Gateway Terminal in New Haven, CT, an Enstructure company, will receive funding to purchase and install electric equipment through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Ports Program. The grant allocation includes $34,000,000 to purchase electric gantry cranes, material handlers and yard trucks, replace current diesel assets, and install solar panels as part of Enstructure’s progress towards zero emissions targets. Additionally, New London State Pier, where Gateway is the port operator, will receive $5,000,000 through the program to acquire a mobile shore power unit and install shore power infrastructure, enabling docked vessels to connect to the local electric grid to power onboard services instead of running their diesel engines.
“This investment will advance terminal infrastructure and equipment to keep ahead of our sustainability goals, maintain resiliency and enhance efficiency,” said Matthew Satnick, Co-CEO and Chairman of Enstructure. “We are dedicated to integrating sustainable practices throughout our port operations, and this will accelerate our efforts.”
“This milestone investment will make our ports cleaner and healthier – using zero-emission equipment. Stopping air pollution while modernizing and enhancing port facilities is a gigantic win for both our environment and economy. Communities around the ports will have better air and jobs,” said U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal.
“Our ports are the driving force behind Connecticut’s blue economy, but the diesel-powered equipment we use to move goods through them is polluting nearby communities and taking a toll on public health. By replacing aging, polluting equipment with cleaner, zero-emission alternatives, this $39 million in federal funding will help keep ports in New Haven and New London running smoothly while improving quality of life, creating good-paying jobs, and moving us closer to achieving our climate goals,” said U.S. Senator Chris Murphy.
“In New Haven, Gateway Terminal will be using this funding to replace four aging diesel-powered cranes with all-electric machines, deploy 10 all-electric tractors for terminal drayage services, and install solar infrastructure. These efforts will reduce their reliance on the electric grid and the need for fossil fuel dependency while greatly improving air quality for residents of the City.” said U.S. Representative Rosa DeLauro.
“Our nation’s ports are critical to creating opportunity here in America, offering good-paying jobs, moving goods, and powering our economy,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “Today’s historic $3 billion investment builds on President Biden’s vision of growing our economy while ensuring America leads in globally competitive solutions of the future. Delivering cleaner technologies and resources to U.S. ports will slash harmful air and climate pollution while protecting people who work in and live nearby ports communities.”
The New Haven project includes the replacement of current diesel-powered assets with new electric equipment and installation of charging infrastructure and solar panels to power equipment. The $34 million investment will support the acquisition of electric assets including a crane, material handles and yard trucks. Along with the equipment purchases, new charging infrastructure will be installed to power and maintain zero-emissions equipment.
MILFORD — Three people were rescued from Long Island Sound on Monday after their boat sank in cold waters, officials said, and one of those three is in critical condition.Milford Fire Department Spokesperson Jason Dombrowski said in a post on Facebook that dispatch was called at 12:45 p.m. about a report of a sinking ve...
MILFORD — Three people were rescued from Long Island Sound on Monday after their boat sank in cold waters, officials said, and one of those three is in critical condition.
Milford Fire Department Spokesperson Jason Dombrowski said in a post on Facebook that dispatch was called at 12:45 p.m. about a report of a sinking vessel with three people in the water in the area of Milford Harbor. He said their exact location was not known.
Dombrowski said Milford Marine Units responded, along with the U.S. Coast Guard, and were notified that an oyster boat had heard the mayday over their radio. When the oyster boat arrived, he said, they found that boat was almost completely submerged, and all three individuals had to be dragged from the chilly waters onto their vessel.
One of those people was in critical condition, Dombrowski said. Milford Marine One met up with the oyster boat that was on its way back into the harbor and they were able to transfer that patient onto the fire boat, he said.
Dombrowski said the incident happened about two miles off the coast. He said medical rescue efforts were performed by bystanders and taken over by fire personnel when they arrived, adding one individual was taken to Milford Hospital for further advanced care.
The other two people were picked up from the oyster boat by the Coast Guard and have been taken to the hospital for evaluation, Dombrowski said. He said the circumstances of the incident are still under investigation.
Dombrowski said later by phone that the temperature of the water is in the high 50s or low 60s, and it is estimated the people were in the water for 10 to 15 minutes.
"All three had to be dragged from the chilly water," he said.
Dombrowski noted this is the second incident this fall where an oyster boat has rescued fellow boaters in distress. In that incident, which happened in late September, one person was hospitalized.
"Again, we cannot thank these individuals enough for their heroic actions," he said.
Here's everything you need to know concerning state and federal elections in New Haven, including the candidates and polling places.Ellyn Santiago, Patch StaffNEW HAVEN, CT — Election Day is upon us and there are several key positions on the ballot, including the office of President, U.S. senator, Congress, state representative and state senate, and more.At the top of the ballot, residents will b...
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
NEW HAVEN, CT — Election Day is upon us and there are several key positions on the ballot, including the office of President, U.S. senator, Congress, state representative and state senate, and more.
At the top of the ballot, residents will be asked to vote on a referendum question, "Shall the Constitution of the State be amended to permit the General Assembly to allow each voter to vote by absentee ballot?"
Here is a look at all the candidates and positions on the ballot in New Haven:
For President, the candidates are: Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, Democrat, Donald J. Trump and J.D. Vance, Republican, Jill Stein and Butch Ware, Green Party, Chase Oliver and Mike ter Maat, Libertarian, and Robert Kennedy Jr. and Nicole Shanahan, Petitioning candidate.
For United States Senate, the candidates are: Christopher S. Murphy, Democrat, and Matthew M. Corey, Republican. Murphy is also endorsed by the Working Families Party. Other candidates include: Justin C. Paglino, Green Party, and Robert Finley Hyde, Cheaper Gas Groceries Party.
For U.S. Congress, the candidates are: Rosa L. DeLauro, Democrat, versus Michael Massey, Republican. Massey is also endorsed by the Independent Party.
For state senate in the 10th senatorial district, the candidates are: Gary Winfield, Democrat, Nyrell Moore, Republican. Moore has also been endorsed by the Independent Party, and Winfield has also been endorsed by the Working Families Party.
For state senate in the 11th senatorial district, the candidates are: Martin M. Looney, Democrat and Steven Orosco, Republican.
For state representative in the 92nd district, the candidates are: Patricia A. Dillon, Democrat and Morris Sumpter, Republican.
For state representative in the 93rd district, the candidate is: Toni E. Walker, Democrat.
For state representative in the 94th district, the candidate is: Steven B. Winter, Democrat.
For state representative in the 95th district, the candidate is: Juan Candelaria, Democrat.
For state representative in the 96th district, the candidates are: Roland J. Lemar, Democrat and
Andrea DiLieto Zola, Republican. Zola is also endorsed by the Independent Party.
For Registrar of Voters, the candidates are: Shannel Evans, Democrat, Lisa Milone, Republican and Paul A. Garlinghouse, Green Party.
Voting Details
Polls in Connecticut are open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day. You can use the Secretary of State’s website to find your polling place. Voters who are in line by 8 p.m. will be allowed to vote.
Connecticut also allows for Election Day registration at designated centers in each town. People must be registered by 8 p.m. in order to vote using Election Day registration.
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Baala Shakya, Contributing PhotographerOn Election Day, Yale undergraduate and graduate students turned out to vote in New Haven, in City Hall and the wards that encompass Yale’s residential colleges — 1 and 22 — and that house off-campus students.While some students chose to cast their ballot in Connecticut and register in advance, others fell back on same-day registration in Connecticut due to ...
Baala Shakya, Contributing Photographer
On Election Day, Yale undergraduate and graduate students turned out to vote in New Haven, in City Hall and the wards that encompass Yale’s residential colleges — 1 and 22 — and that house off-campus students.
While some students chose to cast their ballot in Connecticut and register in advance, others fell back on same-day registration in Connecticut due to complications with their absentee ballots or other voting methods in their home states.
“It’s really important that no matter what, we show our politicians that we do in fact care about voting,” Aaron Combs ’28 said.
Students who same-day registered did so in City Hall, where they also cast their ballots in the Aldermanic Chamber.
In the afternoon, at the Elm Street New Haven Free Public Library, the polling location for Ward 1. Within a few minutes, several students showed up with questions to clarify where they should register and vote. The confusion mainly arises from how Yale students are split between Wards 1 and 22 depending on where they reside on campus, Alder Kiana Flores ’25 explained.
By the end of Tuesday, 101 people had turned out to vote in Ward 1, according to José Resto, the polling moderator. Eighty-seven votes were cast for Vice President Kamala Harris and nine were cast for former President Donald Trump.
In the 2020 general election, 173 people voted in Ward 1. The 2024 turnout numbers do not include the more than 9,000 votes cast in early voting across the city — the first time early voting has been implemented in Connecticut during a general election.
Resto believed that most of the voters who showed up were Yale students. Ward 1 encompasses most of Yale’s residential colleges and parts of Chapel and College streets. Some Yalies, mostly graduate students, also voted in Ward 7, Ward 8 and Ward 22.
Students motivated by civic duty
Many students eligible to vote for the first time this year were motivated to show up and exercise their civic duty. Combs called the right to vote a “privilege.”
Mark Akladious ’28 and Maria Guerrero GRD ’29 both missed the deadline to vote in their home states of New York and Florida, but they showed up for same-day registration to vote in Connecticut.
Though Akladious expressed dissatisfaction with both candidates on the ballot, he still wanted to exercise his right to vote. He disliked “??Trump primarily because of who he is and Harris because of who she’s not.” He cited Harris’ lack of specificity on policies. On the other hand, he said that Trump holds outspoken views, a lot of which he criticized.
Combs also wished both candidates provided more “clarification” on their policies.
Guerrero said she had been waiting to register at City Hall for nearly an hour. She voted for Harris.
“I want to make history,” she said. “I don’t want to be on the wrong side of history by saying that I didn’t vote.”
Yale Votes walked over 150 students to the polls
Yale Votes: A Student Initiative, a nonpartisan student organization dedicated to increasing voter turnout, has ramped up its operations in recent months. In the leadup to Election Day, they held watch parties for the presidential and vice presidential debates and registered students to vote.
“I think that because of a lot of our outreach efforts and our tabling efforts, people are reminded that they need to either register to vote or request their absentee ballot,” Vice President Julia Lin ’26 said. “That sometimes is really hard to remember when you’re so busy with life at Yale.”
Yale Votes led 65 Yalies on walks to the polls on Tuesday, and another 99 to vote early in the days leading up to the election, according to estimates from the organization’s president Alex Moore ’26. As City Hall did not hand out voting stickers, Yale Votes distributed upwards of six thousand custom “I voted” stickers to Yalies and New Haveners.
Moore said that the two most common issues he saw on Election Day were students not receiving their absentee ballots in time and students deciding it would be easier to vote in person on Election Day than to complete complicated remote registration processes.
Clelia Poujade ’28 moved from Illinois to Tennessee just before arriving at Yale and did not know how to switch her registration. She credited Yale Votes with guiding her through the logistics of changing her registration to Connecticut on Election Day.
Poujade, who voted Democratic across the ballot, said that issues that motivated her were LGBTQ+ and women’s rights, gun violence and climate change — in line with dozens of other students in the lead-up to the election. She said she was glad to find a way to vote in the first election for which she was eligible.
Thomasin Schmults ’26 applied for an absentee ballot in Massachusetts, but it did not arrive in time. On the morning of Election Day, she searched online for whether she could switch her registration to Connecticut from another state same-day and found the answer only in an email from Yale Votes. After seeing that she could, Schmults headed to City Hall at around 8:00 a.m.
Approximately 1.8 million people voted in Connecticut in 2020.
Baala Shakya and Sophia Stone contributed reporting.
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