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 Shelton Historical Society gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Shelton, CT is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“We 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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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 Sunnyside 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 Il Palio Restaurant or visit Indian Well State Park, 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 Shelton, 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 Shelton, 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 Shelton, 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.
The Goddard School recently opened an 11-classroom early childhood education center in Shelton, its first location in the city.RJ Scofield, Patch StaffInformation via The Goddard SchoolSHELTON, CT — Early childhood education franchise The Goddard School recently opened its first location in Shelton, bringing the inq...
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Information via The Goddard School
SHELTON, CT — Early childhood education franchise The Goddard School recently opened its first location in Shelton, bringing the inquiry-based learning experience to area families.
According to a news release provided by the franchise, The Goddard School of Shelton is the first location for on-site operator Sarah Parker, who is partnering with seasoned Goddard franchisee Kim Murray, owner of The Goddard School of Monroe, where Parker previously served as the school's director.
Located at 749 Bridgeport Avenue in Shelton, the over 10,000 square-foot early childhood education center has 11 classrooms to provide care for and educate approximately 160 students from six weeks to six years old.
Additionally, the school adds 24 teaching jobs to the community and features an outdoor classroom alongside multiple outdoor playgrounds, according to The Goddard School.
The Shelton school is open Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
"We are delighted to offer a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive academically, socially and emotionally," Parker said in a news release. "With a growing need for high-quality early childhood education in Shelton, our team is excited to bring the Goddard experience to families in the community."
The Goddard School's exclusive inquiry-based education program, Wonder of Learning, embraces how children learn best—through their innate curiosity—because research confirms that when wonder leads, learning follows, the release notes.
Wonder of Learning features a cutting-edge curriculum developed by a diversely skilled group of educators, researchers, physicians and early childhood experts, as well as built-in assessment of academic and social-emotional progress and family communication via a proprietary app, according to The Goddard School.
Inquiry-based learning, which guides the Wonder of Learning curriculum, is a teaching and learning approach that focuses on the natural curiosity and sense of wonder children bring into the classroom.
With teacher-guided inquiry topics, children learn about themselves and the world around them by exploring their interests, investigating concepts and asking questions, according to The Goddard School.
Wonder of Learning builds age-appropriate academic, social and emotional skills through curiosity, collaboration, investigation and discovery.
The program also incorporates STEAM enrichment activities, including yoga, art, music and outdoor play that embed concepts such as community, design thinking, communication and critical thinking, which support children today and in the future, according to The Goddard School.
More information about the Shelton location, including enrollment, is available here.
Further information about The Goddard School is available here, and more information about Wonder of Learning is available here.
A former Shelton High head football coach and his family will appear on one of America's most popular game shows next week.Jeff Roy, a teacher at ...
A former Shelton High head football coach and his family will appear on one of America's most popular game shows next week.
Jeff Roy, a teacher at Shelton High School, and Kim Camella Roy, a real estate agent at Re/Max Right Choice in Trumbull, will be featured on Monday's episode of "Family Feud." Their team, "Team Roy," consists of the couple, Jeff's mother Marie Roy, Jeff's sister Michelle Saxton and her husband, Sean Saxton.
The hit game show involves two teams of five family members, who compete against each other answering survey questions. The show has been entertaining American audiences since 1976, with Steve Harvey joining as the host in 2010.
Roy said his family has been watching "Family Feud" "for years." His sister enjoys attending TV show tapings and decided to apply for "Family Feud" two years ago, he said. The family met with the producers via Zoom and played a simulated game, Roy said. Nearly a year later, in February of 2024, they got the call.
"We were a little shocked. (We thought) 'wow, we actually made it.' Because it was a long process, and then, we were excited to go down there and get to experience the filming and meet Steve Harvey and the crew," Roy said.
The show flew them down to Atlanta several weeks later to film.
Roy joked that after filming the show, "it's a lot easier to play when you're sitting on your couch."
"It's a little nerve wracking when you're up there," he said. "But, it was fun. I didn't know how confident we were, but we just wanted to kind of enjoy the experience and have some fun."
His wife ended up being the "team leader," Roy said, as she took the first spot and helped introduce the family.
"He's a funny guy. He's got a great sense of humor. He played up to the audience down there," he said about meeting Harvey.
Roy said he's proud to represent the town of Shelton and his alma mater Shelton High School, where he teaches career and technical education. His family is from Shelton, while his wife grew up in Monroe.
He was the head coach of the Shelton High School football team from 2004 to 2020, bringing his team to the state playoffs seven times, all in Class LL, according to previous reporting. Roy also served as the assistant football coach in the decade prior.
He's grateful for all the excitement from friends and family about the show. They will be hosting a watch party in Shelton on Monday night.
"We're going to enjoy the night on Monday night and see how we look," he said.
The episode will air on WCTX - MyTV9 at 7:30 p.m. for viewers in the Shelton area. Air times may differ for other parts of the state.
SHELTON — Owners of a growing chain of pizza restaurants are teaming with a University of Connecticut basketball legend to open its latest eatery in downtown Shelton.Square Peg Pizzeria, known for its wood-fired pizzas and traditional Italian dishes, will be opening on Feb. 13 at Cedar Village at Carrolls, 320 Howe Ave., the former home of Steady Habits Tasting Lounge, pizzeria owner Jay Maffe said. Former UConn women's basketball...
SHELTON — Owners of a growing chain of pizza restaurants are teaming with a University of Connecticut basketball legend to open its latest eatery in downtown Shelton.
Square Peg Pizzeria, known for its wood-fired pizzas and traditional Italian dishes, will be opening on Feb. 13 at Cedar Village at Carrolls, 320 Howe Ave., the former home of Steady Habits Tasting Lounge, pizzeria owner Jay Maffe said. Former UConn women's basketball star and Valley hoops legend Maria Conlon opened Steady Habits in 2022.
“We’re excited to be coming to downtown Shelton,” said Maffe, owner and founder of Maffe Financial Group who now has nine Square Peg Pizzeria locations, eight in Connecticut, one in Florida.
“There is a revitalization happening here, and we’re happy to be a part of it,” Maffe added. “It is a great location.”
According to Maffe, he and his team are partnering with Conlon to turn the former Steady Habits into a Square Peg restaurant.
"I am super excited to partner with him," said Conlon, adding she has been friends with Maffe for some eight years. "I love his creativity and entrepreneurial flare. It's going to be a fun atmosphere and a great addition for breakfast lunch and dinner."
Conlon, a Derby native who starred on the Seymour High girls basketball team before committing to UConn, played in four Final Four Tournaments and earned three National Titles during her time with the Huskies. She was inducted into the Connecticut Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in 2006.
Maffe said Conlon approached him about teaming up to bring Square Peg Pizzeria to the city, and he admitted jumping at the chance.
"This is the perfect opportunity to partner together with what she had and what we could do together, which is to turn Steady Habits into a Square Peg location,” Maffe said.
Square Peg Pizzerias are in Berlin, Glastonbury, Newington, Plainville and Vernon as well as one on the UConn campus in Storrs and another in Delray Beach, Fla. Maffe said, besides Shelton, locations will also be opening soon in Columbia, Preston and Niantic.
"All of our locations are designed so if you walk into any of them, you know you are in a Square Peg," Maffe said, adding that the interior features whitewash brick, white subway tile and gray walls.
While the restaurant will not be an arcade, Maffe said the Shelton location will feature several vintage arcade games, such as Pac-Man and pinball, as well as weekly entertainment, such as trivia night, acoustic music and bingo.
There will also be brunch on weekends from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring live DJ music and bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys.
"We stress consistency ... from the look of our restaurants to the food,” Maffe said. “We think our food is incredible ... but this is about more than food. It is the experience. Our focus is how do we best create something that will keep bringing people back.”
The menu at Square Peg features a wide variety of unique pizzas as well as wings, which come in a variety of sauces such as buffalo, BBQ, "peg seasoning," sweet and smoky dry rub and Carolina gold mustard.
The proposal, which also includes plans for a hotel and other retail, recently went before the city's Planning and Zoning Commission.RJ Scofield, Patch Staff|Updated Wed, Jan 29, 2025 at 6:28 pm ETSHELTON, CT — A developer's proposal for a Planned Development District in Shelton that includes a Texas Roadhouse restaurant and a hotel now includes housing as well.Plans for the mixed use development at Bridgepo...
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
|Updated Wed, Jan 29, 2025 at 6:28 pm ET
SHELTON, CT — A developer's proposal for a Planned Development District in Shelton that includes a Texas Roadhouse restaurant and a hotel now includes housing as well.
Plans for the mixed use development at Bridgeport Avenue and Long Hill Crossroads were first submitted to the city over the summer by Crown Point Associates of Shelton II LLC. A public hearing was opened in September and continued to November.
The most recent version of those plans, with housing added, were presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission by Derby-based attorney Dominick Thomas on behalf of the applicant during a continued public hearing for the application Wednesday.
Under the revised proposal, accessible on the city's website, the development would be comprised of Texas Roadhouse and DQ Grill & Chill restaurants, a 123-room Woodspring Suites hotel, a grocery store, retail and eight residential town house units.
Texas Roadhouse, a popular steakhouse chain featuring Texas and southwestern-style American cuisine, currently operates a number of restaurants in Connecticut, including locations in Danbury, Wast Haven, Waterbury, New London, Manchester and Cromwell.
DQ operates nearly 40 locations across Connecticut, with nearby stores in Bridgeport, Fairfield, Monroe, Milford, Stratford, New Haven and Stamford.
Woodspring Suites operates hotels in a number of states, including New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Florida, Colorado and California. In Connecticut, the chain has a hotel in Newington.
According to a revised statement of uses and standards submitted to the city, the site for the proposed PDD contains about 20 acres comprised of three contiguous parcels that have access to Bridgeport Avenue and Long Hill Cross Road.
The site consists of the 48 Long Hill Cross Road parcel with a house on the 2-acre lot and the abutting 15 acres of vacant land, according to the statement.
During the meeting, Thomas noted the plans were revised after issues were raised by the residents of the nearby Hawks Ridge housing complex.
"We engaged directly with Hawks Ridge and had discussions concerning their concerns, and my client went back to the drawing board and began to revise the plan to address those concerns," Thomas said. "There have been intensive discussion and emails going on right through, frankly, today and versions going back."
According to Thomas, one of the concerns expressed by Hawks Ridge residents involved construction access for the development off of Long Hill Crossroads. Revised plans now call for access from Crown Point Center.
Attorney Brian McCann, who represents the Hawks Ridge Association, thanked the applicants for meeting with them on several occasions, having extensive conversations and listening to the concerns of Hawks Ridge residents.
"The revised plan in front of you was in essence a direct result of those conversations between the applicant and Hawks Ridge," McCann said.
After nearly two hours of presentations and further discussion about the revised plans, the commission moved to continue the public hearing to an upcoming P&Z meeting.
A full video of the P&Z meeting can be viewed here.
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