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Given the choice, most of us want to stay in our homes. Sometimes, people need help to remain at home. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.

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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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“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”

Stephanie B.
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“They are very hospitable and provide a wide range of job and in various locations. They communicate these job very well and make access to these opportunities easy. I definately like working for them.”

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“My experience with ABC has been great. My current caregiver Tashaya S. Is helpful and quick”

Virginia C.
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“I enjoy my job , I love the flexible hours :)”

Zhane C.
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“The caregivers talk with me. I like that the caregivers clean for me.”

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“ABC has been very supportive in providing excellent caregivers to take care of my 96 year old father. It’s been a very good experience working with them over the past few months. Responsive and flexible in covering last minute requests. We are also blessed to have Ginny as our full time day caregiver and Mike for overnight. Both are very passionate about the care they give and do a terrific job. We have no worries when they are with dad. They care for him as if he was their own and it means a great deal to my family. They go above and beyond our expectations. We are more than grateful for their assistance.”

Donna M.
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“My uncle needed support-fast! Cynthia’s assistance helped him weigh his options and make the transition from home to assisted living in surprisingly quick fashion. In addition, she suggested vendors and agencies to help support and manage the distribution of his belongings. We are forever grateful.”

Deborah S.
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“Nothing in particular. Generally, I get people who are good people, most of the people they send are okay and I have had 2 or 3 people who were bad. I have someone now who is good and I have had some people who were not good from the agency. Some of them need to be more thorough.”

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“Great company to work with, flexible and reasonable. Always involved and available as well as continued contact from beginning to end of service. The caregiver we had was amazing and devoted as well as super knowledgeable and driven to not only care but to rehabilitate . I would recommend them to anyone in need without hesitation.”

Kevin A.
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“ABC was a great care giving company to work with. If there were issues, they were corrected quickly by the office staff and the aides my mother had were kind and caring. Kudos to everyone!”

Rich R.
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“Great company to work with, flexible and reasonable. Always involved and available as well as continued contact from beginning to end of service. The caregiver we had was amazing and devoted as well as super knowledgeable and driven to not only care but to rehabilitate . I would recommend them to anyone in need without hesitation.”

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“She talks with her while I go to appointment and if there is a problem. I would recommend because it provides companionship.”

Connie B.
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“They've boosted my husband's spirits and his wellbeing. We've had two people, and they're absolutely incredible.”

George G.
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“My Mom started requiring 24x7 care 2 years ago and her primary aid was attentive to her needs and treated her with dignity and respect. She would often call my Mom her "Queen". They always provided advanced notice whenever the aid needed time off and was responsive to questions and concerns. I don't know what we would have done if not for ABC and its services.”

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“If my back is hurting, the aid will do everything I need. She takes me to every one of my appointments. I would recommend this agency because the people that have cared for me have all been great people, and they are willing to do everything for me.”

Andrew R.
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“The client feels comfortable with the provider. I like that they are attentive to the patient.”

Domenico B.
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“The first time you send an aid to someone, send a list of expected duties the aid is supposed to do. I like that they always offer a fill in care giver. They always make sure I have an aid when I am supposed to have one.”

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“My Mom started only requiring part time care due to her cancer but as it progressed, we needed around the clock care. The aides were always extremely helpful and kind to my Mom and when we needed care 24x7 our aide was Na who was here for my Mom day in and day out. In a six month period she had only taken two days off where we needed coverage which Always Best took care of for us. Na was just wonderful and my Mom loved her and everything she had done to comfort her. I also appreciated everything Na had done for my Mom and to have an aide as dedicated to my Mom was critical in my eyes. I would also like to thank their entire office they always worked with me and were always available whenever I needed anything. Thank you Always best Care, my Mom couldn't have been treated any better!!!”

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“I deal with Deanna, and I can ask her to do what I need without question. I like that they're prompt.”

Gilmay L.
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“Tommico, she makes my bed, she helps me with cleaning my floors cleans my bathroom, and she really does a nice job. They try hard to get caregivers and the right care to have someone here for me.”

Barbara K.
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How does In-home Senior Care in North Haven, CT work?

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

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

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

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Aging in Place: The Preferred Choice for Most Seniors

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

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

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

Comfort
Comfort

How much does a senior's home truly mean to them? A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old. With the help of elderly care in 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.

Healthy Living
Healthy Living

Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors. Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.

Independence
Independence

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

Cost and Convenience
Cost and Convenience

More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, can be less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.

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

Empowers Seniors

Affordable Care Plans

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

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

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

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

Veteran's Benefits
Veteran's Benefits

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

Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance

Many senior care services like in-home care are included in long-term care insurance options. Research different long-term care solutions to find a plan that provides coverage for senior care.

Private Insurance
Private Insurance

Home care can be included as part of a senior's private insurance plan. Read over your loved one's insurance policy carefully or speak with their insurance provider to determine if in-home care is covered.

Life Insurance
Life Insurance

Depending on the life insurance plan, you may be able to apply your policy toward long-term care. You may be able to use long-term-care coverage to help pay for in-home elderly care.


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

Compassionate Care. Trusted Caregivers

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

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

At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in 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.

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Taking the First Step with Always Best Care

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

An assessment of your senior loved one

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

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

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

If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.

When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.

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Dr. Rahul Anand of Quinnipiac University Recognized

Dr. Rahul Anand of Quinnipiac University recognized by medical students with STARS Faculty Excellence AwardDr. Rahul Anand of Quinnipiac University recognized by medical students with STARS Faculty Excellence AwardNORTH HAVEN - Dr. Rahul Anand, associate professor of medical sciences, is being recognized for his exceptional service as an adviser and mentor to students at the Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University.Anand has been named a recipient...

Dr. Rahul Anand of Quinnipiac University recognized by medical students with STARS Faculty Excellence Award

Dr. Rahul Anand of Quinnipiac University recognized by medical students with STARS Faculty Excellence Award

NORTH HAVEN - Dr. Rahul Anand, associate professor of medical sciences, is being recognized for his exceptional service as an adviser and mentor to students at the Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University.

Anand has been named a recipient of the Students and Trainees Advocating for Resource Stewardship (STARS) Faculty Excellence Award from Costs of Care, a national nonprofit organization that strives to provide better healthcare at a lower cost.

Quinnipiac medical students Elina Kurkurina, Alex Mass, Kathleen Mulligan and Brendan Rooney nominated Anand for the award. The STARS program encourages students to lead change to advance healthcare value within their own medical schools by providing them with support and resources. More than 50 academic centers have been involved in this initiative, which started in 2015. Quinnipiac became the first institution in Connecticut to join the program in 2018.

“Dr. Anand trusted, advocated for, and encouraged us to pursue our value-based care interests,” the QU Netter students wrote. “Medical school curricula are highly regimented and lecture hours are a finite and coveted resource. Dr. Anand advocated for two hours of dedicated classroom time for us to introduce our peers to value-based medicine through a student-led lecture and scenario-based workshop. Most importantly, he trusted us to design and present a session that would be meaningful and engaging to first-year medical students. Dr. Anand’s support and belief in our ability to lead an academic session as first-year medical students provided us with a strong sense of purpose and the confidence to champion an issue important to us as future physicians.” Anand said, “I’m grateful to our students for nominating me and delighted to receive this award on behalf of all the STARS faculty mentors. It’s really our students who inspire us to strive for excellence. I am filled with hope that together, we can make a difference to our education and healthcare systems.”

Dr. Phil Boiselle, dean of the Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine, said, “The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine community is extremely proud of Dr. Rahul Anand for his recognition as a recipient of the STARS Faculty Excellence Award. Our medical school has been fortunate to participate in the STARS program since 2018, and we support its mission of advancing health care value through grassroots, student-led initiatives. Student mentoring by accomplished educators such as Dr. Anand is critical to the success of this vital program.”

STARS students at Quinnipiac have co-created learning modules, founded interest groups and pursued scholarly projects which have been presented at various national forums. Dr. Ilene Rosenberg, associate professor of medical sciences, and Dr. Howard A. Selinger, chair of family medicine, also serve as STARS faculty mentors.

Anand will receive the award at the 6th annual Architecture of High Value Health Care Conference in Baltimore, Oct. 12-14.

A member of the Netter faculty since 2018, Anand’s teaching focuses on microbiology and infectious diseases. He also directs an award-winning elective curriculum on leadership and teamwork for medical students.

Anand trained in Delhi, India, where he completed medical school at Delhi University and a residency at one of the highest volume tertiary care centers in India, which had a high number of tropical disease cases.

He moved to the United States in 2004 and completed his medical residency at Temple University, followed by an infectious diseases fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University. He also completed a Master of Science in clinical investigation focusing on implementation science and quality improvement, and an MBA (healthcare track) at the Isenberg School of Management, University of Massachusetts, Amherst.

Driver who slammed into North Haven store arrested

NORTH HAVEN, CT (WFSB) - Police arrested a man they said caused shoppers to run for cover last month when his car smashed into a busy store in North Haven.Adam Marin, 24, of North Haven, was charged with breach of peace, evading responsibility, reckless driving, criminal mischief, improper use of a marker plate, and failure to renew registration.Police said Marin was behind the wheel of a white sedan that smashed into the Madrag clothing store on Universal Drive in the North Haven Pavilion on Aug. 19.According to video f...

NORTH HAVEN, CT (WFSB) - Police arrested a man they said caused shoppers to run for cover last month when his car smashed into a busy store in North Haven.

Adam Marin, 24, of North Haven, was charged with breach of peace, evading responsibility, reckless driving, criminal mischief, improper use of a marker plate, and failure to renew registration.

Police said Marin was behind the wheel of a white sedan that smashed into the Madrag clothing store on Universal Drive in the North Haven Pavilion on Aug. 19.

According to video from an eyewitness, the driver immediately drove off afterward with broken glass from the door falling off the car.

Store employees told Channel 3 that the crash happened around 10:30 a.m. They said they didn’t recognize the person who drove the car.

Shoppers ran for cover over the weekend after a car smashed into a busy store in North Haven over the weekend.

Shoppers, as well as retail workers, said they were on high alert afterward.

North Haven resident John Q works in retail. He said his mother told him to keep his guard up after she saw the video.

“I can’t imagine what I would do if a car hit me, or if I just see a car and it drives through a store. I work in a retail store, we have glass walls just like that, so I could only imagine what it would be like,” Q said.

In addition to tax-free week, several local college students moved in nearby and have frequently visited the Target just two stores down from Madrag’s.

College student Annalissa Lane said she was thankful no one was hurt during such a busy time of year.

“Especially in the morning on a Saturday. A lot of people are in this plaza because it’s move in for the Yale students and other students too. I’m surprised one one got hurt and I’m glad,” Lane said.

Channel 3 called the store’s district manager for comment, but did not hear back.

Police said Marin caused significant damage to the store.

He was released pending a court date at Meriden Superior Court.

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Haven Hot Chicken to open fourth location in North Haven

Haven Hot Chicken will celebrate its grand opening in North Haven April 15, with a ribbon cutting, activities and free sandwiches to the first 300 guests visiting in person.The restaurant dedicated to Nashville hot chicken (and vegetarian "not chicken" options) will open in a 1,200-square-foot space at 146 Washington Avenue, next to Starbucks. The location, Haven Hot Chicken's fourth, will offer online ordering with curbside takeout and UberEats d...

Haven Hot Chicken will celebrate its grand opening in North Haven April 15, with a ribbon cutting, activities and free sandwiches to the first 300 guests visiting in person.

The restaurant dedicated to Nashville hot chicken (and vegetarian "not chicken" options) will open in a 1,200-square-foot space at 146 Washington Avenue, next to Starbucks. The location, Haven Hot Chicken's fourth, will offer online ordering with curbside takeout and UberEats delivery, as well as limited counter seating for quick-service, in-house dining.

The menu features crispy fried chicken and fried cauliflower in five different spice levels, ranging from no-heat "country" to "Haven" ("for the hot head"). Items include sandwiches, tenders, sliders and chicken and waffles, and sides and snacks like fries, creamy vinegar slaw, garlic-dill pickles, mac and cheese and banana pudding.

“We couldn’t be more excited to join the North Haven community and serve them the best Hot Chicken and Not Chicken they’ve ever had,” said Jonathan Southard, North Haven's general manager.

Haven Hot Chicken first debuted in New Haven in October 2020, and opened its second restaurant in Orange on June 18. A third location in Norwalk opened in January. While the New Haven and Orange outposts are focused on takeout and delivery, Norwalk's restaurant offers seating for about 25 guests.

Taste of Connecticut

In March, the company announced the appointment of Gretchen Bartkus as the company’s chief operating officer. She will be overseeing corporate and store day-to-day operations, implementing new processes and working closely with the brand’s founders to continue to develop and grow the brand, according to a news release.

“With more than 25 years of QSR experience, the entire Haven Hot Chicken family is excited to have Gretchen on board as we continue to quickly grow,” said Etkin Tekin, the company's CEO and co-founder. “Her operational and leadership experience at household names including Starbucks and Amazon, coupled with her culinary and food service background, provide our team with the perfect skillset at our young, but rapidly expanding brand.”

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