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Home Care In Bloomfield, CT

Home Care Bloomfield, CT

They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.

However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic 1796 Old Farm School 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 Bloomfield, CT is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.

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The Always Best Care Difference

Since 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.

Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.

The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sarah C.

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

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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.

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

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The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.

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At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.

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Types of Elderly Care in Bloomfield, CT

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

Personal Care

Personal Care Services

If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.

Common personal care services include assistance with:

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

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Home Helper

Home Helper Services

Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.

Common home helper care services include assistance with:

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

Companionship Services

Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Farmington River Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.

Common companionship services include:

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

Respite Care Services

According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Elizabeth's Bar & Restaurant or visit Hawk Hill Farm - Wintonbury Land Trust, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.

At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.

If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.

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Benefits of Home Care in Bloomfield, CT

Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:

Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.

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Aging in Place: The Preferred Choice for Most Seniors

While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.

In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.

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

How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?

A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.

With the help of elderly care in Bloomfield, CT, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.

Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.

Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.

For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.

More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.

In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.

With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.

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Affordable Care

In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.

Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.

At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.

In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:

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

When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.

Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.

At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Bloomfield, CT understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.

Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.

Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.

Assisted Living Referral Services

While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.

Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.


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At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.

Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Recreational Activities
  • Social Outings
  • Emergency Medical Response
  • Medication Monitoring
  • Family Visitation
  • Personal Care
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At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.

Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.

Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:

  • Seabury Active Life Plan Community
  • Touchpoints at Bloomfield
  • Bloomfield Health Care Center
  • Mills Pond Cla
  • Seabury Meadows Memory Support
  • Seabury At Home
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For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.

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Taking the First Step with Always Best Care

The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:

A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way

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

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Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider

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Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.

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Bloomfield 10-year master plan envisions a town center similar to West Hartford

BLOOMFIELD — As required by state statute, Bloomfield is in the process of drafting its 10-year plan of conservation and development. In Bloomfield's case, the plan outlines a vision for the town that includes a more bustling town center, more affordable housing, and bike and walking trails.While plans like these often center around land use, they can include a wider-range look at infrastructure, economic development and transportation. And, there are monetary incentives for towns to put together a robust plan."There...

BLOOMFIELD — As required by state statute, Bloomfield is in the process of drafting its 10-year plan of conservation and development. In Bloomfield's case, the plan outlines a vision for the town that includes a more bustling town center, more affordable housing, and bike and walking trails.

While plans like these often center around land use, they can include a wider-range look at infrastructure, economic development and transportation. And, there are monetary incentives for towns to put together a robust plan.

"There are some nice benefits that come with it," said Director of Building and Land Use Justin LaFountain. "Some examples of that are if you're looking to apply for grants to the state, and the project that you're looking to do is mentioned in your plan of conservation development, there are often sort of extra points you can get for that because you've already been planning to do it."

The possibility of state aid is a big deal for Bloomfield, which recently had to dial back some Capital Improvement Projects in a tight budgeting process that led to a 6.5 percent tax increase for residents and cuts to services.

The town has contracted with Hartford-based FHI Studios for consulting work on the plan. Presenters from FHI Studios shared a draft vision statement for the town's next 10 years at the Aug. 24 planning and zoning commission meeting based on resident feedback.

"Residents and visitors cherish a lively town center with diverse retail, recreation and entertainment options," the statement reads. "Well-maintained roads, pedestrian-friendly sidewalks and bike lanes safely connect neighborhoods while preserving lush parks and scenic trails."

The "lively town center" was a particular focus of the presentation to the planning and zoning commission. Consultants shared resident responses that reflected a desire for Bloomfield to become a destination downtown.

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"There should be no reason for me to go to (West Hartford) for restaurants and stores," one comment read. "Our town center could be booming as well. We need to revamp Wintonbury plaza and put stores and restaurants that we need."

LaFountain said that while emulating something "similar" to West Hartford is a goal in town, he's heard more mixed impressions of the town's neighboring suburb.

"Some people say, 'We need to be more like West Hartford,'" LaFountain said. "But then we hear a lot of people say, 'West Hartford has its problems.' They don't like the parking situations there. So that's why we really value all the input that we're getting because Bloomfield is not West Hartford, and it doesn't doesn't have to be. We want to be our own unique thing."

Comparisons with West Hartford didn't end after the POCD presentation. When discussing the application from JXC Hookah at the same meeting, the applicants argued that bringing a hookah lounge and game room to town center could be the start of nightlife downtown.

The application was struck down, a decision that JXC Hookah owner Jhamari Copening said runs counter to their POCD.

"They were talking about revitalizing Bloomfield and moving in a different direction and trying to be like the West Hartford," Copening said. You want to make it the face of your town, but that you really don't. You just want to pick and choose what you have in there. And honestly, it's dead already. We were trying bring something to give some type of energy to the town."

In addition to a revitalized downtown, the vision statement addresses improving schools, creating a wider range of housing options and rethinking land use.

"I think the town is very excited about this," LaFountain said. "I know our department is very excited about this. It's a great opportunity for the town to really decide what it wants to be over the next 10 years."

Residents who want to view the plan or provide feedback can visit https://www.planbloomfield.com/.

Cromwell/Portland Falls Short In CIAC Football Title Game

EAST HARTFORD, CT — After a wild back-and-forth first half, Bloomfield High School pulled away to secure its 10th state title Saturday, defeating Cromwell/Portland, 42 -20.On a gray day at Pratt & Whitney Stadium in East Hartford, the Warhawks, led by head coach Ty Outlaw, earned the CIAC Class S championship.It was the day's first of three games on CIAC Championship Saturday at the University of Connecticut's football home.After an even game, the Warhawks took control in the second half and capitalized on Crom...

EAST HARTFORD, CT — After a wild back-and-forth first half, Bloomfield High School pulled away to secure its 10th state title Saturday, defeating Cromwell/Portland, 42 -20.

On a gray day at Pratt & Whitney Stadium in East Hartford, the Warhawks, led by head coach Ty Outlaw, earned the CIAC Class S championship.

It was the day's first of three games on CIAC Championship Saturday at the University of Connecticut's football home.

After an even game, the Warhawks took control in the second half and capitalized on Cromwell/Portland losing their starting quarterback after a vicious hit by a Bloomfield defender at the end of the first half.

With the score tied at 20-20 early in the second half, Bloomfield rolled up 22 points afterward en route to the championship.

Perennial power Bloomfield, a 2nd seed, ended a four-game title game losing streak in CIAC title tilts after winning their last state championship in 2018.

Meanwhile, 4th-seeded Cromwell/Portland, a co-op team combining Cromwell and Portland high schools, was looking to add to its lone state title in 2021.

The Warhawks enjoyed a solid regular season, going 8-1 before winning their two CIAC playoff games while the Panthers went 8-2 before easily winning their playoff games.

Cromwell/Portland opened the scoring on its first possession of the game with a 20-yard pass from junior quarterback Jess Elfreich to senior receiver Emeka Yearwood.

A completed two-point conversion put the Panthers up 8-0.

But a short kickoff from a personal foul penalty from Cromwell/Portland gave Bloomfield good field position.

The Panthers drove downfield and scored on an 11-yard pass play from junior quarterback Darrien Foster to senior running back Davion Kerr and the subsequent two-point play evened the score at 8-8.

After trading punts, the first quarter ended all even, 8-8.

Early in the second quarter, Bloomfield junior defensive back Jayden Johnson intercepted Elfreich at midfield, bringing it to the 29-yard line.

That led to a 29-yard pass play from Foster to Kerr, for their second touchdown of the game. A missed two-point conversion had Bloomfield up 14-8.

The Panthers took the kickoff to midfield, giving them good field position, which was squandered when Johnson intercepted his second pass of the game deep into Bloomfield territory.

After a methodical drive, though, Bloomfield's Kerr fumbled on the 3-yard line, with the ball tumbling into the endzone and recovered by the Panthers for a touchback.

Cromwell/Portland's drive appeared to stall and a punt was in order while still in their own territory.

But in a gutsy call by Panther coach Randell Bennett, Cromwell/Portland went for it on 4th and 5, with Elfreich completing a 50-yeard bomb to junior receiver Jack Nolan.

On the next play, Elfreich hit Nolan for a 15-yard touchdown against the shellshocked Warhawks, with a missed 2-point conversion leading to a 14-14 tie.

But Bloomfield wasn't just going to run the clock out.

They returned the kick to the Panther 33-yard-line and drove to the 3-yard-line on a long pass from Foster to Kerr.

With the clock stopped at 1 second in the half, Bloomfield missed a pass in the end zone, but a pass interference penalty on the Panthers gave Bloomfield one more chance to score.

Bloomfield's Kerr ran the ball in from the 1 after appearing to fumble, but the officials ruled he broke the goal line prior, giving Bloomfield a 20-14 lead over Cromwell/Portland.

A missed 2-point conversion ended a thrilling first half with that score.

The second half started with sophomore quarterback Michael Sitaro replacing an injured Elfreich for Cromwell/Portland.

They weren't slowed, however, as the Panthers' Yearwood ran the ball 61 yards to the 3-yard-yard on the first play of the half.

Then Cromwell/Portland scored when Ositadinma Yearwood ran it in for a touchdown, tying the score 20-20 right out of the gates in the second half.

A missed conversion kept the score 20-20.

But on their next drive, Bloomfield responded, taking the lead when Kerr ran it in, giving Bloomfield a 28-20 lead after a successful 2-point try.

In the quarter, a 38-yard pass to Bloomfield's Kerr took the ball to the Panther 3.

But Two costly penalties, though, cost Bloomfield dearly and they were backed up to the 16 after starting on the 3 and they failed to score.

On fourth down, Bloomfield scored a touchdown when junior Zachai Kimber fell on a fumble in the end zone after a Bloomfield receiver caught a pass, but fumbled en route to a score.

A failed conversion had Bloomfield up 34-20 and the Warhawks never looked back.

Bloomfield then went up 42-20 when Kerr ran in the ball from the 2-yard-line and a 2-point conversion was scored, essentially ending the game's competitiveness.

Resorting to a strict running attack, Bloomfield then ran out the clock for the rest of the game and then began to celebrate.

For a complete box score and game statistics, click on this link.

Bloomfield cemetery expansion, with nearly 4K new grave sites, not likely to disturb neighbors

BLOOMFIELD — In the last decade, much of the development near Bloomfield's town center has revolved around apartments. Nearly 500 units have been created in town since 2014.So what's going on with all the work happening just west of the center on Mountain Avenue?There will be people moving in, but they won't be noisy or needing public safety or educational services that could increase taxes.END OF YEAR SALE: 6 MONTHS FOR 99¢! Start 2024 as a digital subscriber. In this case it's an expansion of t...

BLOOMFIELD — In the last decade, much of the development near Bloomfield's town center has revolved around apartments. Nearly 500 units have been created in town since 2014.

So what's going on with all the work happening just west of the center on Mountain Avenue?

There will be people moving in, but they won't be noisy or needing public safety or educational services that could increase taxes.

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In this case it's an expansion of the Mountain View Cemetery, just across the street from the main branch.

Crews are busy clearing a little over six acres the cemetery has owned since 2007. When it's finished, the cemetery will have room for another 3,950 grave sites. There will be a stone wall at the front entrance on Mountain Avenue and one, circular roadway inside the walls. Trees and shrubs are expected to be planted along the perimeter in the next 45 days.

One reason for the move to finish the project now is that the permit that the cemetery took out for the expansion expires in 2026, according to town officials. In 2021, the state legislature capped the time for completion of a special building permit at 19 years.

"There might not be a grave there for five, seven, or 10 years out. We still have plenty of room," said Richard Sylvester, director of the Bloomfield Cemetery Association, which owns Mountain View. "The urgency was because the permits are running out."

Sylvester, who previously owned the land and sold it to the association for $350,000, said his original plan was to build a Big Y on the site, but the company decided not to go to Bloomfield.

As for the current situation, Sylvester said he understands that no one likes change, but added that they are trying to make accommodations with neighbors that border the expansion on Mountain Avenue and Gabb Road. In one instance, he said, the swimming pool of a property owner on Gabb Road was actually on cemetery property. The cemetery, he said, moved its property line 10 feet away so as not to encroach on the pool.

"We're here to get along with everybody," Sylvester said.

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Lindsay Sanchez, who lives directly to the west of the project, declined to comment on the expansion, but Gabb Road residents Luis and Maria Baez said they're OK with the project, although they said they will miss the wildlife — including occasional bear — sightings.

"It's going to be very quiet, that's for sure," Maria Baez said of the new neighbors.

Bloomfield’s superintendent plans to call it a career after 55 years

BLOOMFIELD, CT (WFSB) - The superintendent of Bloomfield Public Schools plans to retire after a 55 year career in education.Dr. James Thompson, 76, said he’s preparing to call it a career after this upcoming academic year.Thompson started his career in 1969 Hartford. He taught at an elementary school and then eventually became principal at Simpson Waverly Elementary School.It’s also where his proudest career accomplishment took place.“I was principal there for 17 years and the school was recogniz...

BLOOMFIELD, CT (WFSB) - The superintendent of Bloomfield Public Schools plans to retire after a 55 year career in education.

Dr. James Thompson, 76, said he’s preparing to call it a career after this upcoming academic year.

Thompson started his career in 1969 Hartford. He taught at an elementary school and then eventually became principal at Simpson Waverly Elementary School.

It’s also where his proudest career accomplishment took place.

“I was principal there for 17 years and the school was recognized as a Blue Ribbon school,” said Thompson.

Jesse White III was a student while Thompson worked at Simpson Waverly.

“He’s become sage wisdom for me in my educational career,” said White, Principal of Bloomfield High School.

Thomspon said he has done a lot of work to help close the achievement gap.

“It’s something that you have to do collectively,” he explained. “With not only your staff, but also the family and community. It has to be a collective effort and you have to have that laser beam focus on student achievement.”

White works closely with the superintendent and has learned many valuable lessons from him.

“Consistency pays off. It doesn’t have to look flashy all the time. But if you stay the course, you’ll definitely make it to your goal and so that coupled with high expectations is definitely going to continue taking us far,” said White.

Other staff members reflected on the type of leader he’s been.

“I think he’s extremely generous. Whenever I’ve needed anything and I can speak for colleagues, whenever they’ve needed anything, he’s been accessible, respectful and supportive,” said Dr. Frank Macchi, Principal of the Global Experience Magnet School. “I’m very grateful for everything he’s done for Bloomfield.”

Thompson said his healthy lifestyle has helped him persevere through the challenges that come with leading a school district of over 2,000 students.

“I enjoy cycling a lot. And also spending time with family. So those are some of the key things I wish to do upon retirement,” Thompson said.

He spent 13 years as superintendent in Bloomfield.

Thompson credited his healthy lifestyle with helping him to persevere through the challenges that came with leading a school district.

Bloomfield Public Schools’ first day of school is Aug. 30.

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Bloomfield Town Council votes to drop McMahon library reconstruction due to unexpected costs

BLOOMFIELD — Despite having construction plans for both town libraries, the Bloomfield Town Council voted this week to rebuild only one due to unexpected high costs.At Monday's Town Council meeting, members discussed whether to send the full project to a referendum or to use existing funds to proceed with the Prosser Library construction, only. Both Prosser on Tunxis Avenue and the McMah...

BLOOMFIELD — Despite having construction plans for both town libraries, the Bloomfield Town Council voted this week to rebuild only one due to unexpected high costs.

At Monday's Town Council meeting, members discussed whether to send the full project to a referendum or to use existing funds to proceed with the Prosser Library construction, only. Both Prosser on Tunxis Avenue and the McMahon-Wintonbury Library on Blue Hills Avenue are closed. All library services have been relocated to the Metlife building on Hall Boulevard in town.

"It's been a tough week," said Library Director Elizabeth Lane. "It's been a tough month, honestly since the bids came in."

The bids for the two-library construction plan came in $9 million over budget, which came as a shock to Lane, members of the Library Building Committee and the Town Council.

"COVID, inflation, the bids coming in over budget — I'm still not over the shock of all that. We keep trying to move the project forward, and there's just been so many hurdles, but I really do trust that our council will help see this through to make sure that we have the library system that our community needs," she said.

The town will continue to seek funds for the McMahon project as the Prosser rebuild progresses. Prosser is expected to be completed by late 2024, at the earliest.

In November 2021, voters approved a referendum authorizing the town to borrow nearly $30 million for library construction. But the existing authorization allows the town to move forward with just one library at this time, as long as the entire amount is not spent on only one library.

If the council had decided on a second referendum, voters would have been asked to decide if the town should spend an additional $10 million on the two library construction projects.

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Since the entirety of the $30 million from the adopted referendum cannot all go to the Prosser Library project, about $2.4 million will be spent on renovations at the McMahon-Wintonbury Library, in the interim. However, this does not encompass the full plan for that location.

"Over time it will become clear that our decision to move forward with Prosser and do minor renovations to McMahon will have a positive and lasting impact on both our entire community and its heart — the center," said Councilman Kenneth McClary in a statement.

McClary said the decision to proceed with just one library is a result of the 6.5 percent tax increase to fund the municipal budget, which includes a reduction in services, approved by the council earlier this year.

"When we face decisions such as funding a two-library system, the 6.5 percent tax increase is at the root of everything we do moving forward," McClary said.

Councilman Rickford Kirton, in a statement posted to his Facebook page, expressed his disapproval with the council's decision, and seemingly the location of the library in the first place.

"It was truly disheartening to witness the council's decision last night to proceed with funding for a single library at the Prosser location, despite the multitude of flaws associated with the site and its vulnerability to flooding," Kirton said.

He said the council should be looking for a third location for a single town library.

The library is now operating out of a flex space on the Cigna campus, but it's significantly less accessible than the two libraries under normal conditions.When patrons enter the Metlife building, they have to call the library for an attendant to come down and let them in through the turnstiles.

Insurance employees in suits walk through the revolving doors alongside residents coming in to use the computers or check out a book. It's not ideal, but Lane says it could be worse. The library has signed a 14-month lease with the location, but the Prosser construction project is supposed to take longer.

"We are going to be still out in the community," Lane said. "We are at all the concerts, and we're hoping to do a lot more pop up libraries as well. We're going to do our best to meet the need."

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