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 Parsons/Taylor House gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Easton, CT is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“The staff at ABC has been wonderful! It's easy to reach them, they are responsive, respectful, and cheerful. This was the first step in getting outside assistance for our Mom and we were so impressed with how thorough the care was - the first helper checked to see that her home was safe and that she knew how to use her cell phone. We'd highly recommend using their in home care.”
“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.”
“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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“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
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 Gollub 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 River Grille or visit Jacob Mixsell House, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Easton, 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 Easton, 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 Easton, 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.
SHELTON — The Planning and Zoning Commission’s denial of a senior housing overlay zone has opened the door for two new affordable housing applications.Easton developer Stephen Shapiro had s...
SHELTON — The Planning and Zoning Commission’s denial of a senior housing overlay zone has opened the door for two new affordable housing applications.
Easton developer Stephen Shapiro had submitted a text amendment to the zoning regulations that would create an Age Restricted Residential Development (55 and older) overlay zone. Shapiro said the denial has him planning to file affordable housing applications — which come at much higher density — for two of his properties that would have fallen under the overlay zone, 118 Armstrong Road and 395 Shelton Ave.
This latest text amendment request would have impacted 12 parcels — including Shapiro’s lot at 118 Armstrong Road — along Shelton Avenue between Ripton Road and Constitution Boulevard North and Nells Rock Road and south of Old Stratford Road and east of Route 8.
The commission, however, denied the application without prejudice, meaning plans could be resubmitted. Commissioner Rob Cristiano said Shapiro should go before the Water Pollution Control Authority to see if development of these properties would be too much of a strain on the water treatment facility.
Depending on the WPCA position, Cristiano said, Shapiro could refile his application.
“They denied a text amendment application based on a WPCA connection when no site plan was filed,” Shapiro said. "Based upon that, I will be appealing the application."
Shapiro said he has not filed formal plans that would meet the requirements in his proposed text amendment.
He also told Hearst CT Media he went before the WPCA months ago but was told protocol calls for developers to first go to the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Along with appealing the decision, Shapiro also plans to submit affordable housing plans, under the 8-30g state statute, for his properties at 118 Armstrong Road and 395 Shelton Ave.
“I tried to be reasonable and bring in senior housing,” Shapiro said. “There's a severe lack of senior housing inventory in area. This would have been a tax win for the city. I'm disappointed the commission acted in the way they did. But I intend to follow the law and what the commission appears to want. ... I will be filing two 8-30g applications as they requested. The public said they wanted a moratorium, and these plans will help the city achieve that."
Shapiro was referring to Commissioner Ruth Parkins’ statement during the commission’s deliberations on the text amendment before the final vote.
Parkins said she is not in favor of text amendments, saying it is "not a benefit to the city." This one also offers no real affordable component, which she added is another negative.
"We are faced with 8-30g applications on a continual basis, and unless with get affordable units, we're just adding to the count and not adding to the affordable count," Parkins said, adding that without plans with affordable units, the city will never reach the mandated level to enact an 8-30g moratorium. "We'll never get there."
Shapiro had sought a 40-unit townhouse development at 118 Armstrong Road last year but withdrew those plans, instead changing focus to senior housing.
Shapiro has been most vocal about "middle housing," or multifamily residential developments more moderate in size and scale than towering apartment buildings.
He's teamed up with former Connecticut Speaker of the House Jim Amann to lobby state lawmakers for middle housing incentives at the local level. Shapiro wants middle housing developments to get the same exemptions from local zoning regulations as affordable housing projects under 8-30g.
The state legislature is considering a bill that would offer grants to public housing authorities for middle housing developments.
“With Connecticut down 77% in housing inventory since the pandemic, last of all 50 states, I am shocked Shelton would deny middle senior housing," Amann said. "It's much needed housing for our seniors.”
The proposed text amendment stated that as many as 10 townhouses or single-family homes could be built on parcels between 1.5 and 2.5 acres in an R1 residential zone. One of the residences would be required to be set aside as affordable.
While no formal plan was filed with the proposed text amendment, the application included plans for 10 separate homes restricted to residents 55 and older at 118 Armstrong Road. The plans show that the home presently on the property along the street would remain.
Shapiro’s affordable housing application calls for changing the 2.1-acre property at 118 Armstrong Road into the “Armstrong Affordable District.”
These latest plans come a year after the developer withdrew an application to rezone the site for 40 units, which drew the ire of neighbors.
Shapiro has refiled plans for the 40-unit affordable housing development. This was to be on Wednesday’s agenda but was delayed as Shapiro said he wanted the focus to remain on the senior housing text amendment.
Under the refiled the 40-unit plans, the single-family home would remain on the site. The 40 units would be built at the rear of the property.
In all, five structures would be built with attached dwellings in each, according to the documents.
Using the state’s 8-30g requirements, the developer would need to set aside 30% — or 12 units — as affordable with a deed restriction for 40 years. The plan also calls for 96 parking spaces, with 75 for residents and 21 for visitors.
April 21, 2025
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Brian Gioiele is the editor of the Shelton Herald and Milford Mirror. He has been working with weekly newspapers, including stints as editor in Weston, Monroe and now Shelton, since 1993. He is an award-winning news and sports writer.
DMV text scams, Lions Club, Concerts on the Hill, Movie Night under the Stars, Aquarion sale and more Easton news…Patch StaffPosted Fri, Jun 6, 2025 at 1:44 pm ET**News Release Submitted by Easton First Selectman Bindelglass**June 6, 2025Good afternoon,Some of you may have heard about a housing bill, HB5002, approved by the legislature. It is a lengthy bill with a lot of provisions regarding housing. Many do not apply to us, and some are unclear to me, but the bill provides a projec...
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Posted Fri, Jun 6, 2025 at 1:44 pm ET
**News Release Submitted by Easton First Selectman Bindelglass**
June 6, 2025
Good afternoon,
Some of you may have heard about a housing bill, HB5002, approved by the legislature. It is a lengthy bill with a lot of provisions regarding housing. Many do not apply to us, and some are unclear to me, but the bill provides a projected housing allotment for Easton of 314 units being built. It basically says, “This is for planning purposes, and we won’t enforce it”. So why publish numbers? I cannot support this, and have made my feelings known to the governor. There was also a Planning and Zoning Commission meeting about the special zoning permit for Strong on Center studio, which was very well attended. The commission heard from members of the public and will continue its deliberations on June 17. Since last week, I have no new information about the sale of the Aquarion water company. PURA will hold a public hearing, where the public can testify on June 25. I will publish more information when it is available. We will be forming a new committee for the selectmen to evaluate the performance of the Aspetuck Health Department. More on that at the next selectmen meeting.
Friendly reminder: Text scams are on the rise, especially those pretending to be from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Always verify the sender’s phone number or email address, and never click on suspicious links. If you're unsure, look up the official number and contact the agency directly.
Calling all dog owners—don’t forget, June is Dog Licensing Month! All dogs six months or older residing in Connecticut MUST have a current license. For more information, please visit https://www.eastonct.gov/town-clerk/pages/dog-licenses
I want to clarify something that came up at the Planning and Zoning Committee meeting. The Easton Community Center is an independent organization. They lease the land from the town (for $1), but no taxpayer funds go into the center.
Around Town:
There will be an Open House at the Lakewood-Trumbull YMCA at 204 Stanley Road, Monroe, CT (on Route 59) on Saturday, June 7th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. It’s an excellent way to check out their three outdoor pools and other great amenities!
Support the Easton Lions Club in its mission to fund eye care research by participating in an online auction, which is currently active and will conclude on Saturday, June 7, at 11:30 a.m. The auction features gift cards to over 20 high-end local restaurants, along with golf foursomes, golf lessons, golf equipment, and certificates to nurseries, auto repair shops, and appliance stores. Click this link or enter it into your web browser to view the auction https://bit.ly/4kI75Sq
On Sunday, June 8th, after the 10:00 am church service, there will be a prayer and dedication ceremony for the Wind Phone to be held at The Easton Congregational Church. Visitors of all faiths, traditions, and backgrounds are welcome. For more information, please visit https://eastoncourier.news/2025/06/04/easton-congregational-church-installs-wind-phone-in-memorial-garden-for-reflection-and-healing/
Friends of the Easton Library announces the 2nd Annual Craft Beer Tasting to be held at Greiser's on Wednesday, June 11th, from 6 until 8 PM. This year, we are featuring beers from Nod Hill Brewing, music by Shannon McMahon, and dinner by Greiser’s. Tickets can be purchased for music, dinner, and beer ($35) or just music and dinner for non-beer drinkers ($25). Come enjoy a wonderful evening with your neighbors. To purchase tickets, please visit https://eastonlibraryfriends.org/.
Easton Night at Quassy 2.0 will be on Friday, June 13th, from 4:30 to 8:30 pm. Unlimited rides, free parking, closed to the public! Buy tickets at www.eastonctpto.com: $26 for PTO members (check your email for code), $30 for non-members, and $35 day of at the park. (Rain date Monday, June 16).Milling work by the state DOT will begin on Sport Hill Road between Old Oak and Westport Road on Saturday, June 15. The work will be done at night from 7:00 pm to 5:00 am for approximately five days. Paving will follow, beginning on June 24. As part of the project, our DPW has negotiated with the state to also fix a significant drainage issue by Snow’s Farm.
Join the Center for Family Justice for the 12th annual Fairways to Hope golf tournament on Monday, June 16th, at Mill River Country Club in Stratford. Proceeds support free services for abused children through CFJ’s Child Advocacy Center. Register, sponsor, or donate at https://bit.ly/fairways25.Friends of the Easton Library group is also pleased to support the revival of the much-loved Children’s Storybook Parade on Friday, June 20th (All Ages, 1:00-2:30 pm) to kick off the Summer Reading program. Children may dress up as their favorite storybook character, carry their favorite book, carry a storybook poster, or wear a homemade mask representing their favorite character. Also, on June 20th, Dancin’ with Hoops (All Ages, 3:00-4:00 pm).
Concerts on the Hill at Christ Church on Sundays, June 22- July 27. Gates open at 5:30 pm. Music 6:00 – 8:00 pm. $12/adult, $8/senior, kids free. Food trucks at all events. Line up: 6.22 Christine Chanel and the Rosters, 6.29 Hitch & the Giddyup, 7.6 Triple Boch, 7.13 CT Grateful Dead All Stars, 7.20 Birdsey Beers, 7.27 Dan Tressler & Friends. Sponsored by Hi-Ho Energy Services (D’Addario’s) & Tidewater Electronics. More info here.
Park & Rec is hosting Movie Night under the Stars (Disney Pixar Toy Story 4) on Friday, June 27th at 8:20 pm at Aspetuck Park, 369 Black Rock Road. Bounce House and Snack Shack available, weather permitting. Check FB or the P&R website for changes.
Best wishes for a great weekend!
Dave
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced the latest round of winners on Wednesday.Alfred Branch, Patch Staff|Updated Thu, May 8, 2025 at 11:35 am ETWESTON, REDDING & EASTON, CT — Students from Weston, Redding and Easton are winners of a National Merit Scholarships.The National Merit Scholarship Corporation Wednesday announced th...
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
|Updated Thu, May 8, 2025 at 11:35 am ET
WESTON, REDDING & EASTON, CT — Students from Weston, Redding and Easton are winners of a National Merit Scholarships.
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation Wednesday announced this year’s National Merit $2,500 Scholarship winners.
Weston High School seniors Benjamin H. Doolittle and Jayaditya Rajan were named among the winners. Doolittle's probable career field is Biomedical Engineering, while Rajan's is Law.
Joel Barlow High School senior Cade R. Fravel was also named among the winners. Fravel's probable career field is Diplomatic Service.
And finally, Easton resident Kathleen Driscoll, a senior at Hopkins School, was also named among the winners. Driscoll's probable career field is Mechanical Engineering.
The $2,500 Merit Scholar designees were chosen from a talent pool of more than 15,000 outstanding finalists in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program, according to a news release provided by NMSC.
Last month, Corporate-Sponsored Merit Scholarship winners were announced.
National Merit $2,500 Scholarship winners are the finalists in each state judged to have the strongest combination of accomplishments, skills and potential for success in rigorous college studies, according to NMSC.
The number of winners named in each state is proportional to the state's percentage of the nation’s graduating high school seniors.
The scholars were selected by a committee of college admissions officers and high school counselors, who appraised a substantial amount of information submitted by both the finalists and their high schools: the academic record, including difficulty level of subjects studied and grades earned; scores from the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship qualifying test; contributions and leadership in school and community activities; an essay written by the finalist; and a recommendation written by a high school official, according to NMSC.
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