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 Bolton Historical Society 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 Bolton, 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.
“The level of dedication Crystal has to her work is amazing!! I cannot say how”
“Always Best Care of Central CT is helping me with my mom who is 92”
“I’ve been a nurse for over 40 years, and I am currently a nursing professor.”
“Mom’s care needs have been progressing over the past month - increased difficulty standing. walking,”
“Outstanding personal service from this company. All of the caregivers were personable and provided outstanding”
“Taylor, John, and Kristine and their crew are the best. They are patient, understanding, and”
“You can't go wrong with this crew. Extremely patient and caring.”
“Caring for family can be difficult and challenging at times. It's so nice to know”
“Sabina always has a pleasant, caring, and respectful attitude. I feel she treats me as”
“Diana has a total commitment of compassion, empathy, and respect for myself and my family.”
“Tina has been with us since the start, caring for my mom. Tina has nothing”
“Always Best Care helped our family get through a very difficult time with my mother's”
“I approached Kristine regarding care for my elderly father. Even though he was outside”
“I have known Kristine Lajeunesse for many years now through business networking and she and”
“The client care at Always Best Care Senior Service is outstanding”
“We needed some home care services for Dad who has dementia, and we made the”
“Kristine and John are extremely caring and compassionate about helping their client's and family and”
“Rosemary has many great qualities. She is a hardworker, sensitive, has a giving nature and”
“Always Best Care provides caregivers to our building on a regular basis when we are”
“I have known John and Kristine Lajeunesse for almost 20 years and when my dad”
“Always Best Care helped me to get care lined up for my uncle, after I”
“My dad’s caregiver is great. He is a man of few words, but she is”
“Thank you, Kristine - I am very appreciative of the professional manner with which you”
“I wanted to take a moment to thank you and your staff for all of”
“I am very pleased with the care that Craig gave to my husband. My husband”
“I hired Always Best Care to help my mom who was living with me at”
“My husband had care from Always Best Care until he passed away. Thankfully he is”
“My family provides the care to my mother 24/7, we called Always Best Care to”
“The caregiver that helped my husband and I were so kind to us both, especially”
“i really like my caregiver, Victor very much. Victor is a very patient and observant”
““I want to give a huge thank you for the care that Always Best Care”
“Both of Mom’s caregivers are exceptional. They are always professional, calm and extremely patient with”
“They are very caring and easy to deal with. They work with the family and”
“Anything from Always Best Care is good to have. The care from them has given”
“Always Best Care has done a fantastic job in providing us with at-home care for”
“We have been using the services of ABC for almost three years, and I have”
“I appreciate that they always accommodate me and have someone here to drive me, even”
“I appreciate that they always accommodate me and have someone here to drive me, even”
“The level of dedication Crystal has to her work is amazing!! I cannot say how impressive the effort and the results Crystal has displayed over the last several months, how lucky I feel to have her apart of my mother’s weekly life. Crystal has established trust, friendship, and a sincere companionship with my mother who, not so long ago, was so adamantly opposed to having anyone in her house. When speaking with Crystal and my mother, I could hear the excitement in Crystal’s voice when she shared her success in getting my Mom out of the house. Can’t thank you enough!!”
“Always Best Care of Central CT is helping me with my mom who is 92 and still living on her own. The in-home care they are providing is the best. Without the assistance they are providing us in Enfield this would be overwhelming.”
“I’ve been a nurse for over 40 years, and I am currently a nursing professor. When my mom was recently in the hospital, I knew it would not be possible for her to be completely on her own right away. She loves where she resides and enjoys all of the activities that are offered. My goal was to get her back into her apartment as soon as possible with the support she needed to increase her strength and return to her prior level of wellness she had before she went into the hospital. She was used to walking a couple miles a day. When I reached out to ABC I made it clear that my mom would need somebody who would be willing to walk with her in the morning, and in the evening enabling her to get back to her baseline. I would like to complement all of the staff at ABC who provided my mom such wonderful support after two weeks she returned to her baseline and remained in her apartment. She really enjoyed all of the staff that were with her , they were professional they encouraged her to walk, drink fluids, eat and were instrumental in assisting her to reach her prior level of independence. I would strongly recommend ABC to anybody who is in need of support for their loved one.”
“Mom’s care needs have been progressing over the past month - increased difficulty standing. walking, decreased appetite, increased incontinence. (Part of the expected declining process per her Dr.) Tara has been wonderful in adapting to Mom’s changing needs as they develop and a very helpful partner in troubleshooting. brainstorming how to adapt to best support Mom. It’s also been helpful in my regular communication with Mom’s Dr, to let her know in detail what has come up and how we have approached. Thank you (again) for your talented staff!”
“Outstanding personal service from this company. All of the caregivers were personable and provided outstanding care to our aunt. I would highly recommend them to anyone who has an elder family member in need. Also, the staff that helped to set up their services was outstanding as well. They made the decisions easy to understand with no hidden agenda. Thank you again to "ABC!"”
“Taylor, John, and Kristine and their crew are the best. They are patient, understanding, and a joy to work with.”
“You can't go wrong with this crew. Extremely patient and caring.”
“Caring for family can be difficult and challenging at times. It's so nice to know that Always Best Care Senior Services is there to help!”
“Sabina always has a pleasant, caring, and respectful attitude. I feel she treats me as she would as her own mother. She treats me the way she would like to be treated. We are a good “team” together.”
“Diana has a total commitment of compassion, empathy, and respect for myself and my family. My daughters feel she is truly a tremendous caregiver. They know I am in good hands. She acknowledges with commitment of my physical, emotional, and practical needs, my quality of life has excelled due to Diana’s help. I look forward to her presence everyday her attitude is exceptional, Diana comes to work daily with a smile on her face. She enters the front door, singing softly ready to work. She has never taken a day off, I have had many caregivers, but Diana is truly the best!”
“Tina has been with us since the start, caring for my mom. Tina has nothing but my mom’s best interest at heart. She continues to go above and beyond to care for my mom, and ensure anyone else who may be there also understands my mom’s needs. Tina has even gone so far to rearrange her schedule or give up her free time to stay with my mom to avoid her having someone that doesn’t know her. I can see that she genuinely cares for my mom, and treats her as if she was her own family member. That also goes both ways, my mom lights up when she sees Tina. We consider Tina part of our family.”
“Always Best Care helped our family get through a very difficult time with my mother's care. Kristine and Taylor are a pleasure to work with. They are very knowledgable and had the answers to all our questions. They were able to help with all aspects of the care we needed. I highly recommend them.”
“I approached Kristine regarding care for my elderly father. Even though he was outside her service area, she helped to find resources for us. Her commitment to providing outstanding care is only surpassed by her desire to help others. Thank you Kristine!”
“I have known Kristine Lajeunesse for many years now through business networking and she and her Team at Always Best Care are very caring and professional and exactly who you would want on your side if you have a loved one who needs help!”
“The client care at Always Best Care Senior Service is outstanding”
“We needed some home care services for Dad who has dementia, and we made the right decision to trust ABC Senior Services for this support. Dad was lined up with a caregiver who was attentive and helpful, and she and Dad really hit it off. The management and administrative staff from ABC were also very effective and professional. You'll make a good decision to go with ABC Senior Services...”
“Kristine and John are extremely caring and compassionate about helping their client's and family and making sure they receive the best care available. Highly recommended!”
“Rosemary has many great qualities. She is a hardworker, sensitive, has a giving nature and has an immense desire to help my father. Reliability is vital trait in Rosemary. When my father was in the hospital and came home she immediately wanted to be by his side. My father has come to rely and depend on Rosemary. She is always on time whether it is giving medication or administering food and often encourages my father and helps my father maintain his dignity”
“Always Best Care provides caregivers to our building on a regular basis when we are short staffed. Due to our licensing, we can only have CNAs on the floor and Always Best Care has provided excellent CNAs every time we need some extra help. All of their CNAs have been helpful, willing to go above and beyond for our residents and we always have great responses from our own CNAs and supervisory staff. I am so thankful to Michelle and Wilda who will always staff a shift that I need, even if I call 30 minutes before the shift starts. You’ve been such a huge help!”
“I have known John and Kristine Lajeunesse for almost 20 years and when my dad needed care following a diagnosis of dementia, I knew there wouldn’t be anyone better to call than them. The caregivers that have worked with my dad have been wonderful. They are true saints to my family, allowing us the knowledge that Dad is okay to stay at home. They have navigated all of the changes in his cognitive state with grace and kept my father’s dignity in place. He was always a very active man and the caregivers have managed to keep him active, even as his health declines.”
“Always Best Care helped me to get care lined up for my uncle, after I received their information from a close friend of mine that also used their agency. My uncle was a very proud man and did not want help from anyone, including family. Taylor met with me and spent time getting to know the ins and outs of my uncle’s care as well as his personality. She asked about his background so that they could look for a caregiver with similar interests. Although he took a turn for the worse rather quickly, the short time care was provided was wonderful. Thank you for your help and compassion.”
“My dad’s caregiver is great. He is a man of few words, but she is able to get him talking about all aspects and experiences of his life. They go out regularly and she encourages my dad to participate in the activities put on by the community he lives in. They run errands, go out for meals, or go for a drive just to get a change of scenery. I was nervous at first about how my dad would take having a caregiver come in to help him, but he seems so happy and has great things to talk about after his time spent with his caregiver.”
“Thank you, Kristine - I am very appreciative of the professional manner with which you and your organization operates. From the initial phone and in-person conversations with Taylor, to the ongoing support of my mother's care - it's been thorough, timely and well managed. I am also struck by how the home-health employees conduct themselves. They are reliable/responsive *and* responsible, and making every effort to work through the challenges day to day with my mother. Thanks for the great job you and your organization are doing. It means a lot to me, especially during this trying time! Best Regards”
“I wanted to take a moment to thank you and your staff for all of your hard work and dedication to their clients. When my parents finally realized they needed help in their home, I chose ABC as the company I felt would be the best fit. Yes, we have had some ups and down, but when you paired Leah with my parents, it was truly a blessing. My parents love her. She genuinely cares for them and they speak highly of her work ethic. As my mom says, “she is too good to be true”. I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your working with me to find the right fit. Well on our end, Leah fits like a glove and I hope she feels the same. She is a special person so I wanted to acknowledge her hard work and dedication to my parents. It makes me feel more at ease knowing there is someone coming to the home to properly care for them. Again I want to thank you all and encourage you to keep up the good work.”
“I am very pleased with the care that Craig gave to my husband. My husband enjoyed having another man to talk to instead of conversation only between him and I. Craig managed to keep him occupied and safe so that I could go and get some time to myself, allowing me peace of mind that my husband was in great hands”
“I hired Always Best Care to help my mom who was living with me at home. She was diagnosed with dementia and within 3 months she could hardly do much for herself anymore. I was able to continue working full time while my mom received care from Always Best Care. We had the same caregiver from day 1 and she was absolutely amazing. She kept everyone in the loop with any changes my mom experienced and the regular in person and phone check ins were a great added support to myself and my family. Thank you ABC for all the help and compassion that you showed my mom until her passing.”
“My husband had care from Always Best Care until he passed away. Thankfully he is on his "next journey" and finally pain free, while he was here with us, his caregiver, Craig, did an amazing job caring for him and was here to help us from our first day of services. Craig always managed to get my husband to share stories from his time in the war that even I had not heard before. It was a great way to get to know more of my husband so his memory can continue with others around him.”
“My family provides the care to my mother 24/7, we called Always Best Care to provide respite care to my mom while we took some time to ourselves for a weekend. Mom’s caregiver, Gloria, was great and she had the perfect disposition to work with my mom. She was attentive and kept mom well fed and engaged during the time we were away. We would definitely call Always Best Care again when we need some time away.”
“The caregiver that helped my husband and I were so kind to us both, especially to my husband while I spent some time in the hospital and rehab. Our caregiver brought my husband to see me every day while I was at the hospital and at rehab, I knew he was in excellent hands and I could focus on getting stronger again.”
“i really like my caregiver, Victor very much. Victor is a very patient and observant aide who knows when I need his help. I knew from the first day meeting him that we would get along very well.”
““I want to give a huge thank you for the care that Always Best Care provided over the last year and a half. They started out assisting just my dad since he was wheelchair bound and then began providing care to my mom as well who had advanced dementia. The two ladies that helped them both did an amazing job and gave me the confidence that they were being well cared for since I live on the other side of the country. Up to my dad’s passing, his caregivers were there for him to provide comfort and companionship while managing my mom’s emotions as well during the difficult time my dad had. Being a nurse myself and in the healthcare field for a while, I had high expectations which were exceeded by the caregivers and office staff of Always Best Care.”
“Both of Mom’s caregivers are exceptional. They are always professional, calm and extremely patient with my mom. They know how to keep her calm and to manage her anxiety. My whole family is very grateful, knowing that Mom is getting really competent care, great meals and friendly companionship. Thank you.”
“They are very caring and easy to deal with. They work with the family and the patient to see that the patient has what is needed for their care. In all we had a good experience with Best Care.”
“Anything from Always Best Care is good to have. The care from them has given me my life back. I wasn’t expecting a perfect match on the first caregiver, but Always Best Care did a very good job.”
“Always Best Care has done a fantastic job in providing us with at-home care for my step-mother while we prepared for her transition to move permanently to a skilled nursing facility. With their help, she was able to spend a full six months at home before moving. We would not have been able to do it without them. All the caregivers we have met and used have been kind and attentive, frequently going the extra mile, whatever that may be on any given day. The office staff is friendly, empathetic and very diligent in keeping all parties informed of all aspects of day-to-day care. They are knowledgeable, respectful and efficient. I would not hesitate in recommending them to anyone who is looking for help in keeping their loved one at home for as long as possible.”
“We have been using the services of ABC for almost three years, and I have worked personally with John, Kristine, Taylor, Michelle and Wilda, as well as the many wonderful caregivers who have attended to my mother’s needs with great care and attention. Throughout this time, my mother’s care needs have changed many times, and they have always been very responsive to any requests, including the directives of the hospice nurses that work in concert with all of them. Taylor and Michelle are incredibly diligent about keeping on top of issues that arise day-to-day, and running their questions and concerns by me. I remain a loyal customer to ABC because I feel that my mother is getting really great care, and will continue to see the warm, friendly faces she has come to know and trust today and every day. At 94 yrs old, my mother is quite dependent on the care providers for almost all her needs, and they always show up and make her feel safe and secure.”
“I appreciate that they always accommodate me and have someone here to drive me, even if I only call them the day before. I’m so glad I was able to find them, because I didn’t know what I was going to do. I just lost my sister and she helped me out a lot.”
“I appreciate that they always accommodate me and have someone here to drive me, even if I only call them the day before. I’m so glad I was able to find them, because I didn’t know what I was going to do. I just lost my sister and she helped me out a lot.”
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 Queen's 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 Georgina's Restaurant & Banquets or visit Bolton Historical Museum, 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 Bolton, 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 Bolton, 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 Bolton, 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.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney Friday issued the following statement after U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal announced his plans to introduce Courtney's ...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney Friday issued the following statement after U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal announced his plans to introduce Courtney's Sgt. First Class Michael Clark TRICARE Reserve Parity Act in the Senate.
The bill will extend health care coverage for surviving family members following the death of a National Guard or Reserve member from six months to three years—the same length as active-duty components.
Courtney on April 27 introduced the bill after the family of Sergeant First Class Michael Clark — a resident of Bolton who died during a 30-day training exercise at Fort Gordon — was set to have its TRICARE benefits severely altered.
"Ahead of Memorial Day, I am reminded of the sacrifice of Michael Clark," Courtney said. "Unfortunately, tragic accidents like these often expose gaps in our laws. Soon after Michael Clark's death, his family was notified that the cost of their health care coverage would significantly increase — all because of an inexplicable law."
Courtney said he introduced the legislation in the House "to fix this flaw, not just for the Clarks but for anyone who might be put in this situation in the future. The introduction of this bill in the Senate is another important step in this push."
Under current law, survivors and their families have a six-month window to remain on TRICARE Reserve Select if the service member dies within less than 30 days while on training or weekend drills. The Sergeant First Class Michael Clark TRICARE Reserve Parity Act would amend existing statute and extend that six-month window to three years – bringing what Courtney called "parity for guard and reserve survivor benefits to that of active-duty personnel."
The bill is endorsed by the American Legion, Reserve Officer Association, and National Guard Association of the United States.
Nearly 250 years after 6,000 American and French soldiers marched together through Connecticut to Yorktown to deal the final blow in the Revolutionary War, 29 high school students from both countries are uncovering the remnants of one of their camps at Bolton Heritage Park.The program, sponsored...
Nearly 250 years after 6,000 American and French soldiers marched together through Connecticut to Yorktown to deal the final blow in the Revolutionary War, 29 high school students from both countries are uncovering the remnants of one of their camps at Bolton Heritage Park.
The program, sponsored by the Museum of Connecticut History in the Connecticut State Library, began in 2019 when a group of students traveled to France to dig in World War I-era trenches in the Seicheprey region of France in 2019. Seicheprey was the site of the first American intervention in World War I, a battle that was fought by Connecticut soldiers.
“I had no idea Connecticut troops were the first American soldiers to get into a battle in World War I,” said Joe Viski of Durham, who traveled to France for the first dig in 2019 and returned as a chaperone this year. “And it never really occurred to me that Connecticut ever really had any part to play in the Revolutionary War.”
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Juliette Ferville, a French chaperone who was also a student during the 2019 dig, said she also had been unaware of her local history before the program.
“It’s sad,” Ferville said. “When you live somewhere, I think it’s important to be interested in the local history.”
Viski said the original dig gave him an irreplaceable opportunity to experience history firsthand.
“It’s an experience you can’t really get from a textbook or a classroom,” Viski said. “I had read about trench foot, and trenches flooding and having to bail them out with buckets. But when I saw it firsthand, saw just how deep it was — that really stuck with me.”
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Artifacts from the Revolutionary War camps at Bolton Heritage Park.
After the success of the French expedition, a sister dig was planned for Connecticut, but was put on hold because of the COVID-19 pandemic. This year, the museum was able to bring several of those students back along with a crop of new high school students.
Sixteen Connecticut high school students were joined by 13 students from France for the archaeological dig. Christine Pittsley, special projects director for the museum, planned a comprehensive survey of the entire process of an archaeological dig.
Bolton Heritage Farm was identified as the site of a potential encampment in April after a “circular anomaly” was detected via radar. After subsequent work with metal detectors, state archaeologists were able to confirm it was likely an encampment.
“What they’ve been looking for, basically, is a feature — maybe a fireplace, or maybe where some posts were in the ground,” said Ken Beatrice, a volunteer archaeologist who assists primarily with artifact identification.
Despite losing several days of dig time due to inclement weather, students did uncover several artifacts from the site, including a few personal affects from some soldiers.
A pipe stem was the favorite of several students, including Rowan Varney, a rising senior from Bolton.
“Nails and screws are just pieces of metal,” said Varney. “But when you find a pipe stem, someone actually smoked out of that. I’m touching something from that era that someone also touched and used.”
Varney was introduced to the program by her history teacher, who encouraged her to explore her love of history, particularly the Revolutionary War. But Varney said she had never thought much about archaeology until she actually got to dig for herself.
Students also found musket balls, a fragment from a belt buckle, and pins that identified the soldiers as members of the 41st Regiment.
On rainy days, students participated in other parts of the archaeological process at the University of Connecticut and at the Museum of Connecticut History.
Chiara Lopez, a French high school student, said cleaning 250 years of dirt off the artifacts was her favorite part of the process.
“I like digging and finding stuff, but it’s really exhausting. You have to be really patient,” Lopez said. “But cleaning all these things was super satisfying for me.”
In addition to the archaeology, Pittsley organized a thorough sampling of American culture for the French students, including trips to the state capitol, a drive-in movie, college tours, a clam bake, and a barbecue. But French students said even everyday activities were fascinating experiences.
“Everything is interesting. We discover every day a new thing about America,” Lopez said. “We went to Stop & Shop, and we were like, ‘This is crazy. There is so much stuff we don’t have in France.’ ”
The French students’ fresh eyes, in turn, shed a new light on things the American students took for granted.
Despite the cultural differences, students grew close over the course of the two weeks. Varney, who had never met anyone from another country before, was wearing matching friendship bracelets with her French roommate by the end of the trip, and said she is considering a career in archaeology.
The Office of State Archaeology will continue to look for more artifacts at and around Bolton Heritage Farm.
Kay Perkins is a freelance reporter in Connecticut.
Westport resident John Bolton tells Patch why he should be elected to the Planning and Zoning Commission.WESTPORT, CT — Election Day is approaching fast, and a number of key positions in Westport will be on the ballot, including Board of Selectman, Board of Education, Board of Finance, RTM and others.To help readers make an informed decision on Nov. 7, Westport Patch has reached out to local candidates to share their views on various topics of importance in town.Patch will post these candidate profiles over the n...
WESTPORT, CT — Election Day is approaching fast, and a number of key positions in Westport will be on the ballot, including Board of Selectman, Board of Education, Board of Finance, RTM and others.
To help readers make an informed decision on Nov. 7, Westport Patch has reached out to local candidates to share their views on various topics of importance in town.
Patch will post these candidate profiles over the next few weeks, so check back often to see the latest.
Name
JOHN BOLTON
Does your campaign have a website? If so, include the URL here.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552039250967
What city or town do you live in?
Westport
What office are you seeking?
Commissioner 4 Planning & Zoning
Please give us your party affiliation.
Republican
Education.
J.D. 1990 / B.A. 1987
What is your occupation?
Attorney & Counselor at Law
Do you have a family? If so, please tell us about them.
Proud Dad of KR Bolton - Staples H.S. Class of 2021
Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?
N/A
Have you ever held a public office, whether appointive or elective?
Alternate Commissioner Planning and Zoning since July 2021
Now we'd like to ask a few questions about your reasons for running and your general views on politics and government. First, why are you seeking this office?
Feeling a strong need to get involved and give back to my community as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, in July 2021, I was appointed as an Alternate Commissioner to Westport’s P&Z. It has been a privilege to serve Westport in this capacity, and a pleasure working alongside the capable and professional staff at the P&Z Department. It's about giving back to my community with an eye toward making Westport – “Bestport”.
Please complete this statement: The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ___, and this is what I intend to do about it.
"Density" as every major issue before the P&Z brings with it this specific issue. Affordable housing; traffic; infrastructure, parking, etc. To this end, I will continue to promote deliberative and responsible economic development that adds to the quality of life for all of us while ensuring Westport’s long term economic stability.
What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
The most significant difference is the pace of development. We need to be more deliberative and plenary when entertaining applications that affect infrastructure, education, traffic, and property rights.
If you are challenging an incumbent, in what way has the current officeholder failed the community?
Regardless of party affiliation, incumbency or otherwise, a zoning commissioner does not get paid (with the notable exception of personal satisfaction) for devoting an enormous amount of time and energy to this most important position. The fact that an incumbent has already served and made the commitment to serve our town - in my opinion - makes it almost virtually impossible to have "failed the community".
What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?
Traffic, promoting the tax base, infrastructure, affordable housing, and listening as the latter promotes TRANSPARENCY :-)
What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
As a practicing attorney for 33 years, I have appeared in front of various ZBA, P&Z and Historic Commissions. In every instance I've broadened my perspective and experience in this realm coupled with serving the past 2.5 years as an alternate Commissioner on Westport's P&Z.
What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
More often than not, people come to me for guidance and representation because something is not going right for them legally. They won't always have party manners or be particularly happy when interacting with me or others because of the strain he/she/they are experiencing from a particular legal issue/controversy. Keep that in mind and be patient.
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?
I cannot be an 100% effective Commissioner without input and feedback from my constituents. Every stakeholder in Westport is important to me - regardless of one's economic station in life. I cannot emphasize enough the implied partnership that exists between the electorate and public servants - a partnership that is truly effective with two-way communications and a never ending commitment to remain engaged with the community.
BOLTON — National Park Service ranger Johnny Carawan opened his remarks to French and American high school and college students Friday by wishing the French students a Happy Bastille Day.The revolutionary spirit that connected the old and new worlds in the late 18th century was the focus at a Bolton farm where the Comte de Rochambeau and his French forces camped in June 1781 on their march to join Gen. George Washington's army and ultimately confront the British in Yorktown, Va.Thirteen French students arrived in Connecti...
BOLTON — National Park Service ranger Johnny Carawan opened his remarks to French and American high school and college students Friday by wishing the French students a Happy Bastille Day.
The revolutionary spirit that connected the old and new worlds in the late 18th century was the focus at a Bolton farm where the Comte de Rochambeau and his French forces camped in June 1781 on their march to join Gen. George Washington's army and ultimately confront the British in Yorktown, Va.
Thirteen French students arrived in Connecticut on Tuesday, joining 16 Connecticut students in a program of the Museum of Connecticut History called Digging into History. All of the students are staying in dormitories at Central Connecticut State University in New Britain until the French group heads to New York City on July 24 and then home two days later.
Their visit centers on an archaeological excavation at the Bolton Heritage Farm, which was Camp No. 5 on Rochambeau's 680-mile march from Newport, R.I. to Yorktown. The visit is a continuation of the program that started with Connecticut students' trip to France in 2019 to help restore a section of World War I trench at Seicheprey, where French and American troops fought against the Germans. Some American and French college students who helped with that project also are taking part in the Bolton dig.
French student Chiara Lopes, 16, said that along with the basics of archaeology, she is learning about Americans and has been struck by the many questions they ask and their interest in her and her fellow students. The Digging Into History program (Crueser dans l'Histoire) "is a way to keep our connection and to keep the flame lighted," Chiara said.
Rochambeau arrived in Newport in July 1780 at the head of an army of 450 officers and 5,300 men. France had supported the American patriots with money and supplies since 1776, and in March 1780, King Louis XVI approved sending troops. At a meeting in Wethersfield in May 1781, Rochambeau and Washington agreed to join forces near New York City.
The Franco-American army would march to Yorktown and compel the surrender of British forces on Oct. 19 of that year. Inspired by the American victory, French people rose up and stormed the Paris prison called the Bastille on July 14, 1789, launching the French Revolution.
Without France's help during the American Revolution, Carawan told students and visitors gathered in a barn Friday morning due to pouring rain, he might well be speaking with a British accent today.
"It's one thing to declare freedom; it's another to win it," the trail administrator for the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route said.
Much of the National Historic Trail from Newport to Yorktown is built on and paved over, Carawan said, which makes the well preserved Bolton site all the more extraordinary. Digging into History program director Christine Pittsley said that a French soldier from 1781 would instantly recognize the tiered fields off Bolton Center Road, which along with other roads in the area has followed the same line since the French encampment.
In April, a survey of the town-owned farm using metal detectors and ground-penetrating radar unearthed buttons from each of the regiments represented in Rochambeau's force, along with musketballs, part of a wagon and a piece of an iron kettle, said state archaeologist Sarah Sportman, who is directing the current dig. The nascent archaeologists so far have found artifacts that include pieces of clay pipe stems dating to the late 18th century, Sportman said.
The discoveries help students connect to the people of that time, to "get to the individual experience," Sportman said. The French soldiers who marched along what one contemporary called Connecticut's "frightful" roads, each carried a musket and equipment weighing about 60 pounds. They came through Bolton with 250 ox-drawn supply wagons and some of the soldiers' wives and children. Starting on June 21, The Regiment Bourbonnois camped at the farm, followed the next three days by the regiments Royal Deux-Points, Soissonnois and Saintonge.
Some officers above company grade who did not camp with the troops stayed at local taverns, including Oliver White’s tavern across from the campsite at Brandy Street and Bolton Center Road, a red house that still stands. Rochambeau stayed in the parsonage, home of the Rev. George Colton, whose sloping land, locally known as the Minister's Farm, was the site of the camp.
The dig is centered on a section of field that ground penetrating radar identified as an anomaly, differing from surrounding soil, perhaps a gathering place for the French soldiers, said Scott Brady, a volunteer and member of Friends of the Office of State Archaeologist. On Friday, several square-shaped holes about a foot deep were covered by a tent, but the steady rain prevented any work.
Students are to return next week, Monday through Thursday, to complete the dig. The group also is headed to a New Britain Bees baseball game, Lake Compounce Amusement & Water Park in Bristol and other "Connecticut fun" sites, translator Amy Albert, a graduate student in public history at CCSU, said.
The American and French students have been enjoying each other's company, organizers said, and were to attend a picnic dinner with hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken and watermelon at the Bolton Congregational Church on Friday night. Six Connecticut students speak French and seven or eight of the French students speak at least some English and most understand English if they don't speak it, Pittlsey said.
The Bolton Heritage Farm is on the National Register of Historic Places. The property also is a state archaeological preserve, where unauthorized metal detecting is prohibited. Informational placards describing Rochambeau's march and the encampment were installed last year by the National Park Service near a barn on the property. The town also owns the large white house on the hillside that served for many years as the Congregational parsonage.
Carawan said his work and the Digging Into History program are centered on getting young people excited about history and "developing a legacy among these kids." Conard High School senior Emma Grimmer-Solem, one of the Connecticut participants, talked to Carawan about volunteer opportunities, which made him smile. The 17-year-old West Hartford resident said she plans to major in history in college.
Emily Borges of Shelton, a college senior who participated in the World War I trench restoration, said the Bolton dig brings the exchange program full circle. The value of the experience, she said, "is getting your hands dirty — feeling the history."
Participants say it's also about connections and gratitude. After Carawan talked about the world-changing result of French aid to the American revolutionaries, Albert provided a short translation for the French students — "Merci, le Francais!" — which was met with spirited applause.
Lower Bolton Lake is a 179-acre waterbody with substantial residential development near its shoreline. The maximum depth is 20 feet and the mean depth is 11 feet. There is a town beach and a state-operated boat launch on the southeastern shore. The lake has a dam on its northern end, bordering Middle Bolton Lake, and a dam along the southeastern shore where the lake’s water drains over a causeway.There are a few hiking trails along the northern shore for recreational use.Lower Bolton Lake was previousl...
Lower Bolton Lake is a 179-acre waterbody with substantial residential development near its shoreline. The maximum depth is 20 feet and the mean depth is 11 feet. There is a town beach and a state-operated boat launch on the southeastern shore. The lake has a dam on its northern end, bordering Middle Bolton Lake, and a dam along the southeastern shore where the lake’s water drains over a causeway.There are a few hiking trails along the northern shore for recreational use.
Lower Bolton Lake was previously surveyed by CAES IAPP in 2005. The 2005 survey found sparse vegetation and the presence of one invasive, variable-leaf watermilfoil (Myriophyllum heterophyllum).Our 2011 survey found two invasives: variable-leaf watermilfoil and fanwort (Cabomba caroliniana).They were found growing together in small patches near the dam and in a small narrow cove along the western shore. Fanwort was also found growing in the southeast shore near the causeway. Because fanwort is a new infestation that occurs in a limited area hand removal could prevent a future large infestation.
Nineteen native species were found in 2011 compared to 15 in 2005. Vegetation grew along the majority of the shoreline. Eight native plants were present in water less than one meter deep: water starwort (Callitriche species), waterwort (Elatine species), spikerush (Eleocharis species), mudmat (Glossostigma cleistanthum), golden hedge-hyssop (Gratiola aurea), quillwort (Isoetes species), arrowhead (Sagittaria species), and bur-reed (Sparganium species). Mudmat was most dominant, especially along the eastern shore. Other natives that grew from the shoreline to greater than a meter depth included: coontail (Ceratophyllum demersum), western waterweed (Elodea nuttallii), slender naiad (Najas flexilis), southern naiad (Najas guadalupensis), large-leaf pondweed (Potamogeton amplifolius), snailseed pondweed (Potamogeton bicupulatus), leafy pondweed (Potamogeton foliosus), floating bladderwort (Utricularia radiata), and eelgrass (Vallisneria americana). One floating plant was found, white water lily (Nymphaea odorata).
The most dominant plant in Lower Bolton Lake was southern naiad.It was found growing almost everywhere where the water was less than five meters.Patches became denser when the water depth became greater than two meters.Frequently, the plant grew by itself but western waterweed could be found growing with it as well.In shallower water, thesouthern naiadcould still be found but generally it was less dense.Along 18 transects totaling 180 points, southern naiadwas found at 153 of those points (85%). Southern naiad was not present in our 2005 survey and has now become a nuisance. It possible this apparently aggressive form of southern naiad is actually a hybrid.
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