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“Thank you so much for your kind , personalized service. My mother was always resistant to have someone come into her home to help care for her, but she is very, very pleased with Betsy. Not only does she have someone to keep her company and meet her physical needs—her kitchen is looking cleaner than I have seen it in a while. Thank you again. Your kind manner was reassuring to my mother and to me, and you have made the process of caring for my mother at home easy, and provided me with much needed relief so that I can actually return to work with a calm mind.”

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“I just wanted express our thoughts about Mary, who was the caregiver for the weekend. We all thought she was wonderful!! I think her biggest strength is that she sees the work, needs little/to no direction, offers to take things out of our hands, and is a true-go-getter. For Billie, this type of help is great since she feels like she can take some time to rest and trust all is okay. Mary works hard and is also very patient. I really think Mary is a natural dealing with elderly. She is patient and kind! Anyway, what I wanted to ask is if Mary can be the consistent caregiver for the weekends. The other 4 caregivers that I have met are also very nice. We would like Mary as much as possible as she is punctual, and as I mentioned before, sees what needs doing. She is focused on what she can do to help. She doesnt just sit there next to Bill, she has eyes in the back of her head and goes the extra mile. Anything that needs to get done, she says no wait, let me do it if she hasnt already initiated it herself. She seems to have endless energy and never complained. I just felt compelled to drop you a this note to let you know how impressed we were with her. Thanks”

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“Always Best Care Services is a good place to get good care. The employees would do their very best to take care of you in your time of need. I will recommended this facility to family and friends. I want to thank you so much for the exceptional care you took of my dad. I hold your agency in the highest regard and you have my deepest appreciation.”

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“My mother was in need of help after she broke her hip at 101 years old. She refused to leave her home. Susan Oderwald took wonderful care of her. She found caregivers for her who treated her with kid gloves and she herself went above and beyond by getting papers signed, visiting her in the hospital and fetching things for her. I don't know what I would have done without her, since I live 3,000 miles away. I highly recommend her, her services and her staff of caregivers.”

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“We would like to express our appreciation and thanks for the in-home care that Always Best Care is providing our parents. You have guided us through this very difficult time and have helped us deal with my mother’s illness and her inability to care for my dad. Your caregivers are very capable and caring, and your staff is competent and thorough. We believe this makes your company invaluable to families with loved ones in need of assistance. We would recommend Always Best Care to anybody in search of quality care for their loved one. Thank you for all you and your staff do.”

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“We would like to express our appreciation and thanks for the in-home care that Always Best Care is providing our parents. You have guided us through this very difficult time and have helped us deal with my mother’s illness and her inability to care for my dad. Your caregivers are very capable and caring, and your staff is competent and thorough. We believe this makes your company invaluable to families with loved ones in need of assistance. We would recommend Always Best Care to anybody in search of quality care for their loved one. Thank you for all you and your staff do.”

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How does In-home Senior Care in Beacon Falls, CT work?

Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it's 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 ages, 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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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.

In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a unfamiliar assisted living community, 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:

Comfort
Comfort

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, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old. With the help of elderly care in Beacon Falls, 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.

Healthy Living
Healthy Living

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.

Independence
Independence

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 an assisted living community. 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.

Cost and Convenience
Cost and Convenience

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 to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, can be 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 in Beacon Falls, CT 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 Plans

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:

Veteran's Benefits
Veteran's Benefits

Aid and Attendance benefits through military service can cover a portion of the costs associated with in-home care for veterans and their spouses.

Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance

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.

Private Insurance
Private Insurance

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.

Life Insurance
Life Insurance

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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During your Care Plan consultation with Always Best Care, your Care Coordinator will speak with you about in-home care costs and what options there may be to help meet your budget needs.

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 Beacon Falls,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.

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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 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:

An assessment of your senior loved one

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An in-depth discussion of the needs of your senior loved one to remain in their own home

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Reviewing a detailed Care Plan that will meet your senior loved one's needs

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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.

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.

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.

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State rescues 99 sheep, 21 cats, goose from Beacon Falls farm after 7 animals found dead

BEACON FALLS, Conn. (WTNH) — The Connecticut Department of Agriculture rescued more than a hundred animals on Friday from a Beacon Falls farm on Lopus Road.The Department of Agriculture said 99 sheep and a goose were rescued from the farm and taken to the Department of Agriculture’s rescue and rehabilitation center within the Niantic Department of Corrections facility. 21 cats were also voluntarily surrendered to the Woodbridge Regional Animal Control.“The conditions were unbelievable,” said Karen Lombar...

BEACON FALLS, Conn. (WTNH) — The Connecticut Department of Agriculture rescued more than a hundred animals on Friday from a Beacon Falls farm on Lopus Road.

The Department of Agriculture said 99 sheep and a goose were rescued from the farm and taken to the Department of Agriculture’s rescue and rehabilitation center within the Niantic Department of Corrections facility. 21 cats were also voluntarily surrendered to the Woodbridge Regional Animal Control.

“The conditions were unbelievable,” said Karen Lombardi, Chief Animal Control Officer for Woodbridge Regional Animal Control. “The barns were falling down; the house was falling down. Trash, debris everywhere.”

A Beacon Falls resident reported seeing several dead sheep to the Department of Agriculture on Feb. 22.

“Every day I’d go by there and it just bothered me,” this resident told News 8. “Then, I said I have to call because now the vultures are getting at the sheep.”

The Department of Agriculture (DoAg) inspected the property and found an ewe and her lamb that needed critical care. They were removed from the farm with the owner’s permission then.

Due to unsuitable living conditions, DoAg was granted a search and seizure warrant for the remaining animals. The sheep were transported to DoAg’s rescue and rehabilitation facility in Niantic, where they were being evaluated and treated. As for the cats and goose, they’re in the care of Woodbridge Regional Animal Control.

“When we got there, it was one of the situations you don’t want to see,” said Jessica Moffo, Animal Control Officer for Woodbridge Regional Animal Control. “But it’s our job to get the animals out of there and into a better situation.

According to the Department of Agriculture, several animals needing heat lamps were shivering during the inspection. The hay bedding on the farm was found to be damp, which made it impossible for animals to maintain their body temperature.

The warrant showed the animals had an excess growth of wool that was causing skin conditions and bald patches. Some animals were also developing lameness due to overgrown hooves. Many sheep also had not been shorn for several years.

According to the DoAg, five adult sheep were found dead on the farm, in addition to two lambs.

The search warrant showed the pasture was littered with debris, pallets, cat food containers, trash, fence posts, and construction debris. According to the warrant, there was evidence animal carcasses were mixed in and that there were bones littered in the area.

The Department of Agriculture thanked the Woodbridge Southbury, Oxford, and East Haven animal controls for their assistance on the case.

The removal of animals is a last resort for the Department of Agriculture. The department usually works with the owner to improve their standard of care. Resources and support for homeless animal owners can be found by calling the Department of Agriculture at 860-713-2500.

News 8 stopped by the property on Wednesday for comment. The animals’ owner didn’t respond when asked for a statement. No charges have been filed.

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Where to watch fireworks in Connecticut this Fourth of July season

It's summer again and communities all over Connecticut are gearing up for Independence Day festivities.Here's where you can find patriotic fireworks shows around the state.July 3Bristol: Lake Compounce's Spectacular Fireworks Shows will light up the park on the nights of July 1, 2 and 3 starting at 9 p.m....

It's summer again and communities all over Connecticut are gearing up for Independence Day festivities.

Here's where you can find patriotic fireworks shows around the state.

July 3

Bristol: Lake Compounce's Spectacular Fireworks Shows will light up the park on the nights of July 1, 2 and 3 starting at 9 p.m.

West Haven: The Savin Rock Fireworks Spectacular will return to Bradley Point at 9:15 p.m. (Rain date: July 5). - POSTPONED

Meriden: The City of Meriden will set off fireworks from Hubbard Park starting at 9 p.m., with live music, food and festivities beginning at 5 p.m. - POSTPONED

New Britain: The New Britain Bees Fireworks Extravaganza will take place after the game vs. the Westfield Starfires. The game starts at 6:35 p.m. at New Britain Stadium. - POSTPONED

Norwich: The Norwich Sea Unicorns will host a fireworks show following the game against the Worcester Bravehearts. The game starts at 6:30 p.m. at Dodd Stadium. - POSTPONED

Naugatuck: The Naugatuck Summer Festival will feature food, live music and fireworks. The event begins at 6 p.m. at Old Firehouse Road. (Rain date: July 7.) - POSTPONED

July 4

Hartford: There will be a fireworks display after the Hartford Yard Goats game vs. the New Hampshire Fisher Cats. The game starts at 6:10 p.m. Dunkin' Park.

Weston: The Weston Family Fourth Celebration will be at the Weston Middle School field. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. for food trucks and live entertainment and fireworks will begin at 9:20 p.m. (Rain date: July 5).

New Britain: New Britain's Great American Boom event will be at Willow Brook Park. In addition to fireworks, the event will feature DJs and food trucks. Parking opens at 7 p.m. and fireworks will start at 9:30 p.m. (Rain date: July 5).

Middlebury: Quassy Amusement Park and Waterpark will put on a 3D Fireworks event on the evening of Independence Day.

July 7

Norwich: There will be post-game fireworks following the Norwich Sea Unicorns game vs. the Westfield Starfires. The game starts at 6:30 p.m. at Dodd Stadium.

Stamford: The City of Stamford will hold a fireworks display at Cummings Beach with entertainment starting at 6 p.m. Fireworks are set to begin after 9 p.m. (Postponed from June 30).

July 8

Hartford: There will be a fireworks display after the Hartford Yard Goats game vs. the New Hampshire Fisher Cats. The game starts at 6:10 p.m. at Dunkin' Park.

New London: Fireworks will begin at 9 p.m. at Waterfront Park, as a part of Sailfest, which will continue throughout the weekend.

Guilford: The Guilford Fairground will set off fireworks at dusk.

Beacon Falls: The Beacon Falls Family Day Fireworks Celebration will kick off at 6 p.m. at the Beacon Falls Recreation Complex at 100 Pent Rd.

July 9

Enfield: The Enfield Fourth of July Celebration will offer live bands, a parade and plenty of community activities from July 7 to 9, culminating a fireworks display July 9 at 9:30 p.m.

Orange: Orange's Independence Day Concert and Fireworks Show that was scheduled for Sunday, July 2 has been postponed and will take place at the Orange Fairgrounds starting at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 9. A yacht rock tribute band is headlining this year's festivities. The fireworks will begin following the concert at 9:30 p.m.

Waterbury: The Brass Mill Mall annual Food Truck and Fireworks extravaganza that was scheduled for Sunday, July 2, has been postponed to Sunday, July 9. The event will be in the parking lot from 2 to 10 p.m. Fireworks will begin at 9:15 p.m.

July 11

Vernon: Vernon's July in the Sky fireworks will set off from Henry Park at 9:15 p.m. Gates open at 6 p.m. (Rain date: July 12).

July 15

East Lyme/Niantic: Fireworks will light up the Niantic Bay around 9 p.m. to close out the Celebrate East Lyme Festival in downtown Niantic. The festival begins at 3 p.m. and also features a carnival, music acts, a sandcastle competition and plenty of entertainment.

Canaan: Canaan Railroad Days will display a fireworks show at 9 p.m. at Lawrence Field.

Newington: The annual Life. Be in it. Extravaganza is set to begin at 10 a.m. at Mill Pond Park. There will be a carnival, bands, games, rides and plenty of food. The Newington fireworks show will begin at 9:30 p.m. to close out the night.

July 22

Hartford: Fireworks will follow the Yard Goats game vs. the Somerset Patriots. The game starts at 6:10 p.m. at Dunkin' Park.

July 28

Lebanon: The Lebanon Country Fair fireworks will set off at 9 p.m. at the Lebanon Lions Club Country Fairgrounds. For more seasonal fun, the fair runs from July 28 to 30.

CT Moves To Take Custody Of 99 Sheep, 1 Goose In Animal Neglect Case

The state has moved to take custody of 99 sheep and one goose found in "deplorable" conditions in Beacon Falls.BEACON FALLS, CT — The state moved to take custody of 99 neglected sheep and one goose seized from a Beacon Falls farm last month, according to a statement from Attorney General William Tong.State animal control officers responded to a complaint last month at a five-acre property at 392 Lopus Road owned by David Chesnutis."The property was highly unsanitary, strewn with trash, empty beer c...

The state has moved to take custody of 99 sheep and one goose found in "deplorable" conditions in Beacon Falls.

BEACON FALLS, CT — The state moved to take custody of 99 neglected sheep and one goose seized from a Beacon Falls farm last month, according to a statement from Attorney General William Tong.

State animal control officers responded to a complaint last month at a five-acre property at 392 Lopus Road owned by David Chesnutis.

"The property was highly unsanitary, strewn with trash, empty beer cans, construction debris, wooden pallets, and empty food containers," according to Tong's statement. "The sheep were unshorn, with overgrown hooves. Some were missing fleece and suffering from skin conditions, parasites, and lice. Numerous bones and carcasses of deceased sheep were found. The sheep lacked adequate food, shelter, and warmth for the winter conditions. Chesnutis voluntarily allowed the officers to remove one ewe and one lamb in need of immediate medical care."

Officers secured a warrant and returned to the property the following day to seize 99 sheep and one goose. The property's owner consented to the removal of 21 cats, who were transferred to the care of Woodbridge animal control.

The sheep and goose are currently being cared for at the Department of Agriculture’s Second Change Large Animal Rehabilitation Facility in Niantic.

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The State of Connecticut has also charged Chesnutis with animal cruelty.

“The conditions at this property were beyond deplorable, and the sheep were severely neglected. We are moving for permanent state custody to ensure these animals receive the care and treatment they urgently require and deserve,” Tong said in a statement.

If you suspect animal cruelty, reports can be made directly to the local animal control department or contact the Department of Agriculture at 860-713-2506 or [email protected].

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99 sheep, 1 goose rescued from Beacon Falls farm due to concerns for animals’ welfare

At least 99 sheep and one goose were rescued from a farm in Beacon Falls where at least five sheep and two lambs were found dead.The Connecticut Department of Agriculture took custody of the animals after searching the property on Lopus Road on Feb. 24 and finding unsuitable living conditions and other concerning evidence of maltreatment like excess growth of wool on the sheep causing skin conditions and bald patches and overgrown hooves preventing the animals from walking, according to the Department of Agriculture.In their se...

At least 99 sheep and one goose were rescued from a farm in Beacon Falls where at least five sheep and two lambs were found dead.

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture took custody of the animals after searching the property on Lopus Road on Feb. 24 and finding unsuitable living conditions and other concerning evidence of maltreatment like excess growth of wool on the sheep causing skin conditions and bald patches and overgrown hooves preventing the animals from walking, according to the Department of Agriculture.

In their search of the farm, the department also found five dead sheep and two dead lambs, one of whom was found to have drowned after falling into a bucket of water shortly after it was born, according to a warrant permitting the search.

The surviving animals — including 65 adult sheep and 34 lambs — were taken to the department’s rescue and rehabilitation facility within the Department of Corrections’ facility in Niantic. Woodbridge Regional Animal Control also took custody of 15 cats that were voluntarily surrendered, the department said.

The department also found evidence of other dead animals, including animal carcasses and bones littered through some parts of the farm.

“The property had a great deal of debris, including trash and many empty beer cans,” according to the warrant.

The pasture was filled with debris, including pallets, fence posts, cat food containers, construction debris and general trash, the warrant said.

In a shed, the department found a newborn lamb that was visibly shivering. They rushed the lamb and its mother to an emergency veterinarian who was able to stabilize the pair that was apparently near death, the warrant said.

After they were stabilized at a Tufts veterinary hospital, the ewe and lamb were taken to the rescue barn in Niantic while the department tried to work with the owner to “further assess and resolve the situation,” the department said.

The owner of the farm told officials that he had not been feeling well lately and had been physically unable to move the carcasses of the dead sheep to places where they could decompose or do maintenance tasks like replacing heating lamps. He also told officials that his truck had broken down, meaning he couldn’t move animals to auction and therefore had more animals at the farm than he usually did, the warrant said.

The department was first alerted to concerns at the farm when a complaint was lodged on Feb. 22. Members of the department met with the owner of the animals the next day and removed an ewe and her lamb who were brought to a veterinarian “to receive critical treatment for survival,” the department said.

The rest of the animals were seized after the department searched the farm. They will all be evaluated and treated by state-licensed veterinarians and will remain in the department’s custody until the case moves through the court system.

Resources and support for animal owners facing hardship are available through the Department of Agriculture at 860-713-2500.

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