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Home Care In New Haven, CT

Home Care New Haven, CT

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

However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Fort Nathan Hale 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 New Haven, CT is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.

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The Always Best Care Difference

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

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

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

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“Five stars is not enough to recommend the service Always Best Care provides!! Our situation was quite desperate when I contacted them to provide a live in care giver for my mother in law. Denise, more than understood our situation when I called. I contacted ABC earlier in the day and by evening, she was at my mother in law’s home and matched us with a wonderful care giver! Rosina immediately bonded with my mother in law!! The professionalism and compassion Rosina showed was beyond measure. She never left her side and kept us well informed as my mother in law was unfortunately and quickly approaching end of life…..Rosina even stayed with us through the process as my mother in law left her home one last time…….Much Appreciation from The Cotrona Family!!”

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“A sincere, heartfelt "thank you" to Sky and Ruth and the team at ABC. Sky and Ruth were amazing, patient, kind, and caring with my father during a very difficult time at the end of his life. I know my dad appreciated it, and the entire family says a big "THANK YOU" for the tremendous care that you provided. Having your help made things so much easier on my mother and the family.”

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“Outstanding organization and staff! I have had the privilege to work with Cynthia Montano and to witness the care, attention and professionalism she provides to her clients. Cynthia represents her company with pride and truly provides services to her clients with their needs above all else. Anyone in need of services for their loved one will be fortunate, pleased and grateful to work with Cynthia Montano and Always Best Care.”

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“I would like to say how wonderful Carol May is with my uncle. She is very caring and understanding with my 94 year old single uncle. Not an easy job , but she is able to help him in so many ways. Carol is very reliable, trust worthy, and compassionate. We are lucky to have her! I would also like to give Tia in the office a huge compliment! She is really on her game if an issue comes up she is on top of things. It is hard to find good help, she foresee problems and handles things efficiently. Our experience has been very positive!”

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“I just wanted to take a moment and tell you that we so much appreciate Yolanda. She comes to our home weekly for light cleaning and she is a breath of fresh air. Every Friday she brightens our home with her presence. Yolanda also does a wonderful job taking care Of our home. Please let her know how much we appreciate her. Brad Nelson”

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“I’m leaving a five star review for Nellie. She is the most caring caregiver I have ever worked with my husband is disabled and she is so kind and treats him and both of us like family. She makes sure he eats properly cleans, and spend special time with my husband. You are very, very lucky to have such a great worker I know because I work with other agencies for my mother and you can’t find someone who cares for someone like Nellie does. She should be recognized and rewarded for her efforts. She is never late never calls and is always positive and friendly. I look forward to seeing her every day and consider her family, thank you Beth and Scott Albertson”

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“I would recommend Always Best Care to anyone looking to set up home care for their loved ones. Within 1 hour of initial contact, Denise was at my home to gain an understanding of my needs. The very next day, Sharon began working with me and I couldn't be more pleased. Sharon is friendly and helpful and I will miss her now that I no longer need home care services. If you are looking for a home care agency that assures skilled aides and good communication and oversight, look no further than Always Best Care!”

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“Always Best Care has been wonderful to work with , very prompt and responsive. Angela , my mom's home health aid has been so patient and caring - just what we were hoping and looking for! Would highly recommend!!”

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“We had the most wonderful experience with Always Best Care. Cynthia was an answer to our prayers ????”

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“I am so appreciative for the time, patience, and insight that Cynthia Montano provided to my brother and me in helping us transition our mother from independent to assisted living. Cynthia educated us about the various “models” of assisted living communities in an effort to ascertain the appropriate level of support required for our mom. She was sensitive to finances and lifestyle preference. Cynthia has a network of relationships among assisted living facilities, and always did hands on research before presenting us with options to tour. She is truly a professional. Cynthia has generously made herself available to brainstorm, as we begin to think about eventual next steps. Thank you, Cynthia.”

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“I am a current client of this provider They help me out a lot and things I can't do, they help me. I like that they are prompt and always on time.”

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“This review is for Bernadette. She is exceptionally competent. You can feel how caring she is for her patient and for the entire family. Self directed.”

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“This review is for Bernadette. She is exceptionally competent. You can feel how caring she is for her patient and for the entire family. Self directed.”

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“We are very happy with my sister's companion, Anne Sumner, and the services that Always Best Care provides!”

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“Tosha, There are no words accurately quantify my family’s appreciation for you. You are undoubtedly the kindest, caring, compassionate competent care giver there is. You’ve treated my father and my whole family with a loving heart. We will forever be grateful for making this difficult time easier. We love having you a part of our family.”

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“I am a current client of this provider His caregiver is wonderful. She helps keep him from being depressed and she's always asking if he took his medications. I would like to see more consistent communication.”

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“I am a current client of this provider They've helped us the most by always calling and checking in on us. I like that they're always able to find someone for us.”

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“I am a current client of this provider When my caregiver was sick or going on vacation, they reached out to me. I like their caregivers they send.”

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“We are 3 weeks into working with this agency for homecare for my dad. There were a few bumps in the road, but we have hit the jackpot with two of our caregivers. Melissa Pericas and Jordene have been amazing! My mother has been struggling with having strangers in her home and letting someone else take care of her husband, but these two lovely women have melded into the family and put her completely at ease. They are both very experienced and are doing and amazing job. My mom is able to put the caregiving into their capable hands and focus on being his wife and spend valuable time with him. These ladies both deserve 5 stars!! I rated the agency with 4 stars because we had some scheduling issues in the beginning and had one caregiver that was problematic, but he was removed from our schedule as soon as I reported the issue.”

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“Our caregiver Anne Sumner is more than a passionate, compassionate, caring, dependable and dedicated professional. She quickly became a family member and friend.”

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“I am a current client of this provider He is very difficult, but he is getting better. He is happier than he has ever been. I like that they are very responsive.”

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“Cynthia Montano is the amazing from Always Best Care. Cynthia has helped my parents and us with this transition process. She has been wonderful explaining everything. If we had questions or just needed to talk about what is going on with the parents she was there to help. She goes above and beyond. She has help us tremendously. I feel blessed for having Cynthia during this time. Our family would like to say thank you for everything. We couldn't have done it without her.”

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“I just want to thank ABC agency for allowing us our angel giver which is what we call her. Shay is a life saver without her I'll be running like a chicken with my head cut off. She has stepped in and saved the day numerous times between changing her schedule to work with ours, to even making sure Steve visits his wife grave. We appreciate her please don't take her from us steve would be devastated. She's amazing”

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“This has to be the best job in the world, I know this to be true. Because each moment of my day, is spent loving & caring for People and working with people like Linda & Sasha is such a great experience. What a great communication skilled agency AlwaysBestCare is. I love it here and I hope to be here for a long long time????”

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What is Non-Medical Senior Care in New Haven, CT?

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

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

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

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

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Types of Elderly Care in New Haven, CT

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

Personal Care

Personal Care Services

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

Common personal care services include assistance with:

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

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Home Helper Services

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

Common home helper care services include assistance with:

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

Companionship Services

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

Common companionship services include:

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

According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local ZINC New Haven or visit James Dwight Dana 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.

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Benefits of Home Care in New Haven, CT

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

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

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Aging in Place: The Preferred Choice for Most Seniors

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Affordable Care

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Assisted Living Referral Services

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

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


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

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

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

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

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

  • Chatham Place at Mary Wade
  • Mary Wade Home
  • Riverview Residential Care Home
  • University Place Residential
  • Advanced Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation
  • Leeway
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For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.

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Taking the First Step with Always Best Care

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

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

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

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Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider

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

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 New Haven, 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.

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Connecticut aims to convince everyone that it’s the Pizza Capital of the U.S.

HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - Connecticut’s governor said the state’s pizza isn’t just food, it’s a way of life.Gov. Ned Lamont doubled down on the self-imposed title of “Pizza Capital of the United States.”Lamont held a news conference on Friday, two days before National Pizza Day.He said there will be a Pizza Capital Trail, which he described as a statewide collection of Connecticut’s top pizzerias as determined by public voting and a panel of food experts. Voting begins ...

HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - Connecticut’s governor said the state’s pizza isn’t just food, it’s a way of life.

Gov. Ned Lamont doubled down on the self-imposed title of “Pizza Capital of the United States.”

Lamont held a news conference on Friday, two days before National Pizza Day.

He said there will be a Pizza Capital Trail, which he described as a statewide collection of Connecticut’s top pizzerias as determined by public voting and a panel of food experts. Voting begins here on March 14, 2025 and runs through May 1, 2025.

Lamont also announced a series of events aimed at highlighting and promoting the culture.

They included an interactive pizza-inspired art installation, a fashion collaboration featuring custom Air Jordan 1s, and a record-setting pizza party aiming to claim a spot in the Guinness World Records. Crowdfunding efforts for that were underway here.

“From New Haven to Hartford to Mystic, our pizza culture is unmatched, and these initiatives will make sure the whole world knows it,” he said. “This isn’t just about great sauce and slices – it’s about the stories, traditions, and rivalries that have made Connecticut the beating heart of America’s pizza culture.”

A report from the state comptroller Sean Scanlon found that there are 1,376 pizza restaurants in Connecticut, with New Haven leading the way with 63 of them. The report also noted Connecticut leads national rankings when it comes to pizzerias per capita and locally-owned establishments.

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Avelo Airlines said it is teaming up with Taste of New Haven to offer $40 off roundtrip base fares to New Haven from 31 cities along with $40 off Taste of New Haven’s popular pizza tours. Travelers can use the CTPIZZA promo code to receive the discount on eligible flights and pizza tours.

“New York can have its apple pie and New Jersey its pork roll, but in Connecticut it’s all about pizza,” said Colin Caplan of Taste of New Haven. “Pizza, a multibillion-dollar industry, is not only a big part of our economy, but it has come to symbolize our state pride and our great taste. Here pizza is meant to be shared, and we can all share in the accolades these mom-and-pop restaurants have achieved.”

Statewide pizza-related events will be posted on the state’s tourism website here.

In 2023, Channel 3 held its own pizza playoffs. In the finals, CJ’s Pizza and Giant Grinders in Manchester defeated Tony’s Pizza in Willimantic.

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Community Exhibit: Shining Light on Truth: New Haven, Yale, & Slavery

Shares the essential role of enslaved, free Black people in New Haven, at Yale, and stories of Black New Haven, early Black Yale students.Ellyn Santiago, Patch StaffFrom the New Haven Museum:NEW HAVEN, CT —A special community day will be held from 12 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2025, offering tours and conversation around the New Haven Museum’s exhibition, “Shining Light on T...

Shares the essential role of enslaved, free Black people in New Haven, at Yale, and stories of Black New Haven, early Black Yale students.

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From the New Haven Museum:

NEW HAVEN, CT —A special community day will be held from 12 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2025, offering tours and conversation around the New Haven Museum’s exhibition, “Shining Light on Truth: New Haven, Yale, and Slavery,” prior to its closing on Saturday, March 1, 2025.

Presented by the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale Library, the exhibition highlights the essential role of enslaved and free Black people in New Haven and at Yale.

Visitors will be encouraged to tour the exhibition, with members of the exhibition team available for questions and conversation. Visitors may also join any of the related programs in the New Haven Museum auditorium.

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Welcome and remarks

1 p.m. — Curators welcome and remarks

Curators Michael Morand and Charles Warner and Designer David Jon Walker will offer brief reflections on the exhibition and its impact since it went on view to the public in February 2024 and share some thoughts about the ongoing work of engaging the history and legacy of New Haven, Yale, and slavery.

1:30 p.m. — Film screening: “What Could Have Been” A special screening of the short documentary film about the proposal for America’s first HBCU in New Haven, Connecticut, 1831, followed by a Q&A and conversation with the production team.

3:00.p.m. — Ubuntu Storytellers: Sweeps and Scholars Story artist Denise Manning Keyes Page will share her experience of discovering her maternal family ancestry. Her journey was challenged by factors including orphancy, mixed ancestry, and the interchange of family first names.

Despite the obstacles, and thanks to listening curiously, research, intuition, and a heaping dose of luck, Page was able to unearth a pre-1850 history about an enslaved ancestor and his New Haven and Yale student descendants. Some of Page’s “luck” is attributed to the research resources of the Beinecke Library and is reflected in the “Shining Light on Truth: New Haven, Yale, and Slavery” exhibition at the New Haven Museum. Page’s 90-minute presentation begins with her personal story, “Mariah,” followed by an opportunity for audience engagement in reflecting on one’s own family story and available lists of nontraditional resources to continue or begin one’s own family history.

“Shining Light on Truth: New Haven, Yale, and Slavery,” is presented by the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library and Yale University Library. The exhibition complements the publication of the book “Yale and Slavery: A History” (Yale University Press, 2024) by David W. Blight with the Yale and Slavery Research Project. It draws from the research project's key findings in areas such as the economy and trade, Black churches and schools, the 1831 Black college proposal, and memory and memorialization in the 20th century and today. The exhibition has a special focus on stories of Black New Haven, including early Black students and alumni of Yale.

The exhibition features archival images of materials from Beinecke and other collections and connects to items in the New Haven Museum collections. It introduces visitors to some of the unheralded builders of Yale. It celebrates early Black writers such as Jupiter Hammon, Jacob Oson, and William Grimes, and showcases women such as Mary Ann Goodman, whose generosity opened paths for Black students at Yale, as well as the women who were local pioneers in Black education early in the 19th century.

Admission to the New Haven Museum remains free during the show’s run, made possible by Yale University.

About the New Haven Museum

The New Haven Museum has been collecting, preserving and interpreting the history and heritage of Greater New Haven since its inception as the New Haven Colony Historical Society in 1862. Located in downtown New Haven at 114 Whitney Avenue, the Museum brings more than 375 years of New Haven history to life through its collections, exhibitions, programs and outreach. As a Blue Star Museum, the New Haven Museum offers the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve, free admission all year. For more information visit http://newhavenmuseum.org or @NewHavenMuseum or call 203-562-4183.

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Six new nonstop Breeze Airways flights take off from Connecticut's Tweed New Haven airport this week

Breeze Airways is expanding its service at Tweed New Haven Airport in Connecticut and Westchester County Airport o...

Breeze Airways is expanding its service at Tweed New Haven Airport in Connecticut and Westchester County Airport on the New York border, offering eight new flights this week that are an easy commute for many residents.

After taking off from Tweed in December, Breeze is launching six inaugural flights today and on and Friday.

“We’re thrilled to continue to expand our presence in Connecticut, adding more service from Tweed to six nonstop destinations in addition to BreezeThru service to New Orleans,” said David Neeleman, Breeze Airways’ Founder and CEO.

Breeze Airways' New Nonstop Tweed Flights:

Flights between Tweed and New Orleans, Louisiana, with one stop but no plane change, are also launching Thursday. This flight will run each week on Thursdays and Sundays.

In December, Breeze started its journey at Tweed with direct flights to Fort Myers, Orlando, West Palm Beach, and Vero Beach, Florida. While an additional Florida location, Sarasota-Bradenton, is taking off for the first time Friday, Breeze is ending the route on Feb. 28 due to scheduling constraints.

Across state lines at Westchester County Airport in White Plains, New York, Breeze launched a new flight to Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina, on Wednesday.

“Breeze started flying from Westchester in June 2022 and now offers 15 destinations” from that airport, Neeleman said. “With Breeze’s popular brand of comfort, convenience, and affordability, we look forward to continued growth from Westchester County Airport.”

Prior to its New Haven expansion, Breeze first began operating in Connecticut out of Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks.

Based out of Salt Lake City, Utah, Breeze Airlines was founded in 2021 by Neeleman, who also founded JetBlue. The company has invested in a fleet of Airbus A220-300 aircraft, which are powered by two Connecticut-made Pratt & Whitney GTF engines.

Unlike traditional commercial airlines, Breeze does not have flight hubs. Instead, they focus their services on providing direct flights to smaller airports like Tweed.

Breeze is available in 30 states. In the Northeast, Breeze flies out of Westchester, Bradley, and Tweed, along with airports in Providence, Rhode Island; Manchester and Portsmouth, New Hampshire; Burlington, Vermont; Portland, Maine; and Newburgh, Islip, and Plattsburgh, New York.

Connecticut superintendent questions feasibility of four-day school week

WEST HAVEN — A Connecticut superintendent of schools for about 17 years said he believes a legislative proposal to explore a four-day school week can only be feasible if multiple questions are answered first."I’m not against trying anything new," said West Haven Superintendent of Schools Neil Cavallaro in an emailed comment, "but I’ll ...

WEST HAVEN — A Connecticut superintendent of schools for about 17 years said he believes a legislative proposal to explore a four-day school week can only be feasible if multiple questions are answered first.

"I’m not against trying anything new," said West Haven Superintendent of Schools Neil Cavallaro in an emailed comment, "but I’ll bet you that ... not much will change" if legislators cannot address the impacts the proposal would have on students, teachers and families.

This session, state Sen. Heather Somers, R-Groton, introduced legislation to commission a study exploring more optimal school start times — recognizing the effect an early wake-up can have on a student's development — as well as the potential advantages or disadvantages of a four-day school week.

"(W)hen you have a young child, they wake up, and they have more energy than we know what to do with," Somers told CT Insider last month. "We're making the older kids get up at the crack of dawn, and they're like, half asleep, taking them to school. Why don't we switch it around? Or think about switching it around just to see if it works?"

Cavallaro noted that he believes "most employees would welcome" a four-day week, but it would have to be addressed in union contracts, which outline the number of days and instructional hours employees are expected to work. The state also requires 180 days of instruction, he noted.

Cavallaro said many families also have working parents who would need to find child care for young students if they're not in school five days per week. He said many families may also rely on schools for their nutrition programs, offering free meals to students.

"Would students be more productive at the end of a longer day?" he said. "I would have strong reservations about students leaving school on a Thursday, for example, and having three days off. I believe that continuity is extremely important when teaching new concepts, and students must establish good routines and maintain structure."

He said one more issue is the specificity of some special education Individualized Education Plans, which dictate required services and the amount of time those services must be provided.

This story includes previous reporting by staff writer Natasha Sokoloff.

Traveling from CT to New Orleans to catch Super Bowl 2025? These airlines are offering flights.

On Sunday, the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles will face off in New Orleans for the 2025 Super Bowl. With a 6:30 p.m. start, there is still time to travel to New Orleans if you can afford the pricey seats to the big ga...

On Sunday, the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles will face off in New Orleans for the 2025 Super Bowl. With a 6:30 p.m. start, there is still time to travel to New Orleans if you can afford the pricey seats to the big game, just or celebrate with fans on Bourbon Street.

Several Connecticut-based airlines are offering direct and indirect flights to the Big Easy this weekend.

Here is what to know:

Avelo Airlines offers direct flights from Tweed New Haven Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport on Friday for $105. Flights home with Avelo on Monday are sold out, but seats on a return flight on Feb. 13 were still available as of Wednesday.

“Whether you’re attending the Big Game or reveling in the excitement of one of the biggest weekends in sports, we’re excited to offer a convenient, affordable, and reliable nonstop option to the Big Easy for the Big Game,” Avelo Airlines Founder and CEO Andrew Levy said.

An Avelo spokesperson said they expect Tweed to be busy this weekend, so commuters and travelers should plan accordingly.

As the largest Connecticut airport, Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks has more flight options to New Orleans.

Breeze is offering flights with one stop and a change of planes to New Orleans on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday out of Bradley, located just north of Hartford. Prices for these flights range from $172 to $321 one-way. Starting Thursday, Breeze will offer a one-stop flight service between Tweed and New Orleans, as well.

Frontier has a flight on Friday from Bradley to New Orleans, with one stop for the price of $235 one-way.

With only a few days until the Super Bowl, Google Flights indicates that airline ticket prices to Louisiana are currently “high,” with several flights ranging from $494 to $545 one-way.

Delta Airlines, United Airlines, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines are all offering last-minute flights with at least one stop. However, round-trip airfare will cost around $1,000 or more.

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