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 North Haven 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 North 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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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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“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!”
“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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“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 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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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 Hansen 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 Ludal's Italian Restaurant or visit Pines Bridge Historic District, 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 North 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.
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 North 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.
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 North 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.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony will celebrate the completion of the Temple Pines Housing Renovation Project in North Haven.Vincent Salzo, Patch StaffNORTH HAVEN, CT — The town and North Haven Housing Authority is celebrating the completion of the Temple Pines Housing Renovation Project, First Selectman Michael J. Freda along with Executive Director Chris Pisani ...
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
NORTH HAVEN, CT — The town and North Haven Housing Authority is celebrating the completion of the Temple Pines Housing Renovation Project, First Selectman Michael J. Freda along with Executive Director Chris Pisani announced Tuesday in conjunction with the Connecticut Department of Housing (DOH) and Connecticut Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA).
A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at the Temple Pines Housing Facility located at 555 Pool Road in North Haven.
“The Temple Pines Housing Facility Renovation project is an exceptional example of interested parties coming together and working toward the common goal of improving North Haven Housing Authority facilities,” Freda said in a news release. “Members of the State of Connecticut DOH, CHFA, the North Haven Housing Authority, the Departments of Public Works and Finance, and our State’s Legislators, have all worked in a collaborative fashion to see this important housing improvement project completed.”
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The project’s design was completed by Schadler Selnau Associates, PC. of Farmington, while its construction was completed by The PAC Group, LLC. of Torrington. The project was administered by A & E Services Group of Cheshire, and J. D Amelia & Associates, LLC. of Waterbury.
The Temple Pines Housing Renovation project is comprised of 30 renovated apartments (including three fully ADA compliant units), three renovated common areas, a newly refurbished elevator, new apartment appliances, new apartment flooring, bathroom renovations with step-in showers and modern fixtures, new apartment lighting, new diesel powered emergency generator capable of powering the entire complex, new hallway and common area lighting and flooring, new exterior siding, windows and lighting, new heat pumps (for heating and cooling), newly milled, paved and striped parking areas, newly constructed sanitation collection and disposal area, new security and intercom systems, and new landscaping areas surrounding the building.
Construction concluded in late October and was considered substantially complete this month.
The project was funded through Connecticut Department of Housing’s Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) ($3,200,000) and the Connecticut Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) Grant ($2,500,000).
“The completion of this critical, on time and on budget Housing Authority project provides for a safe, State-of-the-art housing facility for North Haven Housing Authority residents for years to come” Pisani said.
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The U.S. Army Veteran was wounded by a mortar shell in Vietnam and is a Purple Heart recipient, according to organizers.Vincent Salzo, Patch StaffNORTH HAVEN, CT — A 78-year-old U.S. Army and Vietnam Veteran will receive no-cost home repairs from the non-profit veterans service organization House of Heroes Connecticut on Saturday morning in North Haven....
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NORTH HAVEN, CT — A 78-year-old U.S. Army and Vietnam Veteran will receive no-cost home repairs from the non-profit veterans service organization House of Heroes Connecticut on Saturday morning in North Haven.
House of Heroes Connecticut will wrap up another successful year of serving those who served on Nov. 9, providing no-cost home repairs to veterans in North Haven and Shelton thanks to the support of Project Partners Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, and Contractors Direct, according to a news release.
The two projects are the non-profit Veterans Service Organization’s 30th and 31st of 2024, and the veterans being served are the 250th and 252nd to receive assistance since the organization was founded in 2012. House of Heroes Connecticut has now assisted veterans in need in 71 Connecticut communities and seven additional states, according to the news release.
“This has been a fabulous year of thanking deserving Veterans for their sacrificial service to our nation,” House of Heroes Connecticut Executive Director Carol May said. “Completing the year’s final projects during Veterans Day Week is our annual tradition; we can never do enough to show our gratitude for the sacrifice of these heroes.”
Work begins Saturday at both projects at 8 a.m. The veterans being helped are:
A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, House of Heroes Connecticut recognizes, honors and serves military and public safety veterans and/or their surviving spouses in need for their sacrificial service to America. The organization strives to “Make a Difference in a Day,” providing no-cost home repairs focusing on safety and accessibility. The Connecticut Chapter is part of a national organization founded in Columbus, Georgia in 2000. For more information, visit www.hohct.org.
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Thanksgiving food distributionNORTH HAVEN — The town's Department of Community Services office is accepting reservations from residents for the 2024 Thanksgiving food distribution.Thanksgiving food pickup will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. Nov. 25 in the recreation center gym, 7 Linsley St. (next to Town Hall Annex). Parking will be available along Linsley Street, in the front circle of the recreation center, and at the North Haven Congregational Church, 28 Church St.To sign up, call Rob Snurkowski in the Communi...
NORTH HAVEN — The town's Department of Community Services office is accepting reservations from residents for the 2024 Thanksgiving food distribution.
Thanksgiving food pickup will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. Nov. 25 in the recreation center gym, 7 Linsley St. (next to Town Hall Annex). Parking will be available along Linsley Street, in the front circle of the recreation center, and at the North Haven Congregational Church, 28 Church St.
To sign up, call Rob Snurkowski in the Community Services office at 203-239-5321, Ext. 502, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Requests must be received by 4 p.m. Nov. 22.
Current needs: Instant mashed potatoes, stuffing, turkey gravy, canned vegetables, canned cranberries, fruit cocktail, and canned yams. Monetary donations are accepted.
Beyond Thanksgiving, the food bank has a constant need for mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, coffee, tea, tuna, soup, any Chef Boyardee products, instant mashed potatoes, cookies, crackers, macaroni and cheese, protein bars, granola bars, trail mix, nuts, jerky, peanut butter crackers, graham crackers, dried fruit, fruit roll ups, fruit snacks, fruit cups, applesauce, pudding cups, peanut butter, jelly, pop tarts, cereal, oatmeal, pancake mix, syrup, fruit juice boxes and canned fruit.
Items can be dropped off at the Department of Community Services office, Town Hall Annex Building, 5 Linsley St., between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday until Nov. 20.
NORTH HAVEN — The North Haven Poet Laureate Committee is seeking applications for the town’s next poet laureate. The poet laureate’s role will be to share poetry with the greater community, including presenting original poems at the North Haven Memorial Library and other community events.
North Haven’s poet laureate will serve a two-year term as an ambassador participating in poetry workshops, public speaking engagements, and collaboration with the North Haven Memorial Library.
Residents 21 and older interested in applying to be North Haven’s poet laureate must submit their completed application by Nov. 30. The Poet Laureate Committee will select the poet laureate. The selected candidate will start their appointment in January.
Those interested in being part of the Poet Laureate Committee should email a letter of interest to [email protected]. The committee is looking for members of the local education community, a faulty member from a local college or university, and other interested residents with a poetry background.
Full details and application can be found at northhavenlibrary.net/poet-laureate.
NORTH HAVEN —North Haven Garden Club member Sandy Ginter decorated the steps of the Martha Culver House with pumpkins and gourds, donated by Beaumont Farms of Wallinford. For more information, go to Facebook or email Italia at [email protected]. (Photos, Sandy Ginter)
NORTH HAVEN — North Haven Garden Club Committee Chair Marge Quinn and member Noreen Adley cleaned up all the summer debris and readied the Colonial Garden for winter. The Colonial Garden is open to the public year round and is reminiscent of the a garden from colonial times. For more information, go to Facebook or email Italia at [email protected].
NORTH HAVEN — North Haven Garden Club members Cindy Golia, Laurie Falco, Wini Colleran, and Deb Armitage recently cleaned out the Town Green garden by removing all the annuals, leaves, milkweed, and trimming back all the perennials. The gardens look pristine for all who stroll through the Town Green. Although everyone is asked to leave the leaves and let gardens be for the winter, there are some situations where cleanup is needed, such as the Town Green and its gardens. For more information, go to Facebook or email Italia at [email protected].
Contributed by Cindy Golia
Several members of the North Haven Garden Club attended the Federated Garden Clubs 95th Annual Awards Meeting on Oct. 16, held at The Aqua Turf Club in the Plantsville section of Southington. Club members attending were Gerri Giordano, club president, Cindy Adinolfi, Cindy Golia, Brenda Howlett, Poonam Karnwal, Linda Lianos, Fran Notaro, Marge Quinn and Ellie Tessmer.
The awards were presented by Federated Garden Club President Karin Pyskaty, who is also a new member of the North Haven Garden Club. The winning poem by Savanna Alleyne was featured on the back cover of the Federated Garden Clubs awards booklet given out to all at the luncheon, an honor in-itself.
The North Haven Garden club won six awards. The National Garden Club's Certificate of Appreciation for Membership Awareness for the NHGC brochure; the New England Garden Club's Youth Poetry Award and the poem was placed on the inside back cover of the awards booklet; Conservation Award for the Environmental Concerns for keeping the neon flashing billboards out of North Haven; Public Relations and Membership Awareness Award for membership brochure; the Luckner Club Certificate of Achievement for the junior gardeners work at Faith Methodist; recognition of Cindy Golia for NGC poetry contest club coordinators.
Congratulations to all the members of the North Haven Garden Club.
NORTH HAVEN — Members of the North Haven Garden Club Junior Gardeners gathered at Faith United Methodist Church on Oct. 22 and celebrated the end of the year with a pizza party, along with fresh watermelon from the garden, veggies with dip, strawberries and cupcakes; small bags of Halloween candy were given out to each junior gardener. Maria Yankura picked the melon that day, the last thing growing in the gardens.
Attending the party were committee members Lee Fermo, Cindy Golia, Dianna Ramadei, and Maria Yankura, along Dianna's and Maria's husband, who were thanked for all their work helping the JGC this past season. JGC kids and their familes attending were the Kim family (Julie and her kids Regina, James and Joseph); the Soder Famiy (Mom Kristen and Eric); the Homa Family (Dad Tim, Mackenzie and Logan).
After eating, the kids picked out and painted pumpkins.
For more information (and photos), go to Facebook or email Italia at [email protected].
NORTH HAVEN — North Haven Camera Club will host Jennifer King at an online Zoom meeting 7 p.m. Nov. 12. She will explain “The Principles of Design to Create More Dramatic Photos.” Aspiring photographers are invited to attend this free meeting to learn more about making the most of their photos.
North Haven Camera Club meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from September through June.
The second Tuesday of the month's meeting is dedicated to guest speakers or hands-on photo get-togethers, which show members many different aspects of photography such as still life, landscape, macro and portrait photography and more. The club has a combination of live and Zoom presentations.
The fourth Tuesday of the month is dedicated to friendly photo competitions that help members learn more about photo composition and other photography-related skills designed to help them take great photos.
Users of DSLR, Mirrorless or Cell Phone cameras are welcome to join. For more information go northhavencameraclub.com. To attend the Zoom meeting, email [email protected] for the link.
NORTH HAVEN — The following programs are held at the Joyce C. Budrow Senior Center 189 Pool Road. For more information, call 203-239-5432. Senior Center Newsletter is online at town.north-haven.ct.us.
Senior Center closed: Monday, Nov. 11, due to Veterans Day Holiday.
Helpful Hints for the Holidays: 10:15 a.m., Wednesday. Dementia Specialist Angela Christie will discuss useful tips to help the person living with dementia and caregiver enjoy the holidays. Call 203-239-5432 or stop by the office to register.
Municipal Agent Information: Municipal Agent Judy Amarone serves as a resource for the Town of North Haven, providing information and referrals to local services for residents 60 years and older. Her office is in the Senior Center with appointments on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings; walk ins are welcome as well. The Municipal Agent can assist older adults with: food stamps/SNAP applications; fuel assistance referrals; housing referrals; legal service referrals; Meals on Wheels referrals/nutrition sites/food pantry referrals; Medicaid assistance; Medicare enrollment and assistance; protective services referrals; Social Security referrals; social services referrals and applications; tax assistance referrals.
Quinnipiac University recently recognized its Center for Faculty and Staff Excellence honorees for 2024.From Quinnipiac UniversityHAMDEN, CT — Six members of the Quinnipiac community have received the university’s highest honor as recipients of the 2024 Center for Staff and Faculty Excellence Awards.“The awards represent the highest forms of excellence in teaching and service to students, and these six recipients tonight truly represent the best in our community that we are s...
From Quinnipiac University
HAMDEN, CT — Six members of the Quinnipiac community have received the university’s highest honor as recipients of the 2024 Center for Staff and Faculty Excellence Awards.
“The awards represent the highest forms of excellence in teaching and service to students, and these six recipients tonight truly represent the best in our community that we are so proud of,” Quinnipiac President Judy Olian said. “You are a key reason that we are becoming The University of the Future.”
Selected from 81 faculty nominations and 124 staff nominations, the honorees represent the very best of Quinnipiac’s nearly 2,000 fulltime and parttime faculty and staff.
Coworkers, students and family members helped to celebrate the honorees during the 22nd annual presentation of the awards at the University Club on October 22. The prestigious awards were presented to Grant Crawford, professor of mechanical engineering; Hilary Fussell Sisco, professor of public relations; Patricia Norberg, professor of marketing; Elizabeth Beaton, associate director of financial aid; Robert Joven, university librarian; and Tina Monteiro, manager of employee services.
“While all six of our faculty and staff shine in their respective roles, my admiration and gratitude go to every single member of the Quinnipiac family,” Olian said. “All of you, in addition to these great six, make a difference in the lives of our students every single day. That’s the uniqueness of the Quinnipiac climate and culture.”
Interim Vice President of Human Resources Anna Spragg presented the 2024 Staff Excellence Awards and Provost Debra Liebowitz presented the 2024 Faculty Excellence Awards. Ahead of introducing the faculty honorees, Liebowitz said there is an important commonality among all six of the award recipients.
“One of the things that I think is really important, as we honor the faculty, is to also recognize that staff who are being honored here today are all also educators,” Liebowitz said. “I think people are drawn to Quinnipiac and drawn to higher education because there are those that care about students and care about making a difference, and that’s true both for our faculty and our staff here at the university. Being surrounded by people who care, who come to it for that reason, is what makes a difference in our students’ lives.”
Crawford, of Cheshire, said he found that difference upon joining Quinnipiac 11 years ago. The distinguished Retired U.S. Army Colonel taught mechanical engineering at his alma mater, the United States Military Academy (West Point), before his Quinnipiac tenure.
“I loved teaching engineering, but I had a hard time imagining I could ever find a place that could be as exhilarating as what I was leaving behind. Thankfully I didn’t have to worry,” Crawford said. “Each day, I look forward to coming to this amazing place and working with an amazing group of students, staff and faculty colleagues.”
Sisco, of North Haven, echoed Crawford’s appreciation of those who have made teaching at Quinnipiac an innovative, challenging and fun experience. She thanked her students, past and present.
“I really feel like this award is for them,” Sisco said. “Watching what they learn, what they take from me; watching them apply it in ways I could have never imagined in the real world, is the most rewarding part of my work. They challenge me every day to be better. I’m grateful for that. I love watching their journey and watching them succeed.”
Norberg said there is nothing more rewarding in academia than seeing students grow and recognize their potential.
“I want them to also know they help us grow. They make us want to do better,” Norberg said. “We aren’t always successful so the times that we are successful are so important. This award is important, because it came from those students that I now believe I’ve helped move along. I’ve helped them in a way that is important to me. We don’t know always know; and this honor, based on their nominations, let me know.”
Beaton, of West Haven, challenged her colleagues to mindfully connect with students and assist them on their journey. She said connecting with students is the best and most rewarding part of her day.
“As members of the Bobcat community, we owe it to ourselves and our students to try to make each day better. We have such an amazing opportunity to be part of their story, their foundation and their journey,” Beaton said. “The ripple effects of positive interactions are never-ending. That is my challenge. I hope one day it will be my legacy.”
Joven, of North Haven, said receiving the award was not just a personal achievement but a reflection of the incredible community with which he is honored to work.
“It’s also a reminder the work that we do in the library is critical to the mission of the university,” Joven said. “I see our library as a sanctuary of sorts, a place where students can explore their curiosity, engage with diverse perspectives and find the support they need to succeed both academically and personally.”
Monteiro, of Northford, said she feels privileged to serve as a welcoming resource to the Quinnipiac community and as a member of a great team which resonates positivity.
“Quinnipiac really is a wonderful place to be. You get out what you put in,” Monteiro said. “I’m so happy to be a part of this family.”
Olian said the community of Quinnipiac employees is a form of extended family.
“I use the word family very intentionally,” she said. “I feel that every day in the way we are committed to each other. We look after each other, not just as colleagues and coworkers but as caring friends. Our genuine concern for our students extends so far beyond just our roles as teachers and advisors and counselors. We all share the commitment that we want our Quinnipiac community to be a home that stimulates not just professional growth and career readiness, but personal growth for our students.”
Due to the help and guidance of faculty and staff, Olian said students grow into different people during their Quinnipiac experience; gaining self-confidence about what makes them unique and how they are going to thrive and bloom in their lives.
“You guide them to discover the specialness within themselves,” Olian said. “I can’t think of a better goal than preparing our students for future lives that are fulfilling personally, professionally and as people who are making a difference in the communities they touch. That’s what we want– meaningful impact in all that we do; in the small ways and the big ways that our students, our graduates and ourselves impact others.”
NORTH HAVEN — After Nick Conlan and Coryon Harris ran through North Haven, West Haven football coach Rich Boshea had a fun fact in his mind.“We ran for more yards than North Haven,” Boshea said of the single-wing offense that nor...
NORTH HAVEN — After Nick Conlan and Coryon Harris ran through North Haven, West Haven football coach Rich Boshea had a fun fact in his mind.
“We ran for more yards than North Haven,” Boshea said of the single-wing offense that normally grinds out long drives, “but they had more touchdown passes than Nick. You wouldn’t have made that bet coming into this thing. I don’t know what Vegas had on that.”
Joey Mastroianni threw a 6-yard touchdown pass at the end of the first half, yes, but Harris had the first two of his three touchdown runs by then. Conlan added two in the second half and West Haven rolled to a 32-7 win Friday night at Vanacore Field.
West Haven (6-1), tops among other teams receiving votes in the GameTimeCT Top 10 Poll, bent sometimes on defense but didn’t break: Six of North Haven’s seven drives got into the red zone, and three times the Nighthawks (4-3) got inside the 10.
“We moved the ball early on, had some opportunities,” North Haven coach Anthony Sagnella said. “You can’t grind down the field and then not come away with points.”
The Westies stopped one Nighthawk drive at the 4 and one at the 1.
“(Defensive coordinator) Tom Unger kept saying our job is to keep our offense on the field and their offense off the field,” West Haven senior lineman Kadear Dembele said. “I think we did a pretty good job.”
Meanwhile, Harris and Conlan broke off big runs, both rushing for over 200 yards in their sixth win in a row (despite 15 West Haven penalties for 106 yards).
“Last year, we were more pass, probably like 70-30 (percent),” Conlan said. “This year we’re more 50-50, maybe 60-40 run. Our offensive line has matured; it was good last year, better this year. Even the receivers are blocking. It’s a group effort.”
Conlan’s 11 carries went for approximately 250 yards. He scored touchdowns of 48 and 85 yards.
Harris, who took over at running back in Week 2, got over 200 yards on his 20th and final carry, scoring on runs of 25, 47 and 1 yards.
Last October, the teams met at West Haven with the Blue Devils riding high, unbeaten and ranked second. North Haven controlled the game physically, dominated possession and won 21-13.
Boshea said last year’s team didn’t work effectively going into that game. He said he reminded this year’s team so often that they got so sick of hearing it that they went to work.
This year’s linemen are also a lot bigger, including the return of Wake Forest commit Dembele (6-foot-3, 295 pounds) after a year at Archbishop Stepinac (N.Y.).
“Last year, they were bigger than us, stronger, pushed us around,” Boshea said. “This year was a little different.”
North Haven freshman standout running back Artie McCormack IV left the game early in the fourth quarter with an ankle injury. Sagnella said he didn’t have a report yet but was optimistic it wasn’t serious.
Nick Conlan, West Haven: The senior quarterback had a third-and-long scramble to keep the first drive alive. West Haven scored on its first two drives, and Conlan had three longer carries after that, including two touchdowns.
“We can get a lot better. Every week, we can get better.” — West Haven lineman Kadear Dembele.
(at Vanacore Field, North Haven) West Haven 7 6 12 7—32 North Haven 0 7 0 0— 7 W—Coryon Harris 25 run (Justin Chacon kick) W—Harris 47 run (kick failed) N—Nate Eggerling 6 pass from Joey Mastroianni (Eli Reynolds kick) W—Nick Conlan 48 run (pass failed) W—Harris 1 run (kick failed) W—Conlan 85 run (Chacon kick) Records: West Haven 6-1; North Haven 4-3
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