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Home Care In Ridgefield, CT

Home Care Ridgefield, 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 Keeler Tavern Museum History Center in Ridgefield, CT 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 Ridgefield, 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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“Always Best Care in Southbury was fantastic. Their team was caring, professional, and truly attentive to our loved one’s needs. Communication was excellent throughout. Highly recommend them for anyone seeking reliable, compassionate senior home care in the Southbury area.”

Shauna C.
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“Wonderful agency, great caregivers, responsive, personal. Would have given 5+ but please pay your caregivers every week not every other week. They are dedicated and deserve to be paid weekly. They are the only agency that pays biweekly…. Thank you”

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“It is a pleasure to write this! The BEST way to describe your staff:--Pleasant—congenial. Choosing Always Best Care was one our better decisions. You have sent us the perfect people to help my wife. I am grateful for that. Best wishes for continued success.”

Alvaro C.
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“I am writing on behalf of my family to tell you how appreciative we are of Always Best Care and your services. These have not been the best of times for my family and especially hard on my Mom but we take great comfort knowing you are there to help. Our caretaker has been wonderful since my Dad was sent to River Glen in Southbury and from the very beginning of our ordeal. My Mom is extremely protective of my Dad and has always requested for Judy to help out with my Dad. To me that is the biggest proof of our confidence that has been my Mom's faith in her. Anything we have asked of her she has delivered and shown what most can't - that she really cares. Your Professional staff is a pleasure to work with - adapting schedules, applying payments quickly, and always courteous. I felt like great service should be made aware of and should set a standard that Always Best Care always seems to meet..”

Ryan P.
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“Your service was timely and most satisfactory !, I'll definitely keep you in mind for future needs.”

Cody V.
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“Thank you so much for everything. Mom is not ready to take the step to accepting in-home help yet, but I can assure you that when she is, you will be our agency of choice. Knowing that you will be able to assist us when the time comes makes me feel so much better about all of this. For me, it makes a big difference to actually know someone who is in charge and I think that will make a difference with my Mom too.”

Martin L.
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“Thank you so much for your kind, personalized service. My mother was always resistive to someone coming into her home to help care for her, but she is very, very pleased. Not only does she have someone to keep her company and meet her physical needs—her kitchen is looking cleaner than I have seen it in a while. Thank you again. Your kind manner was reassuring to my mother and to me, and you have made the process of caring for my mother at home easy and provided me with much needed relief so that I can actually return to work with a calm mind.”

Sherece F.
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“This company is courteous and very compassionate when it comes to caring for your loved ones. They are available 24/7 to help you fill all your caregiving needs and have a great pool of caregivers. The office staff is friendly, very supportive and they will go above and beyond to provide their customers the best service around. I would highly recommend them for any of your Homecare needs.”

Susan M.
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“My experience interacting with Always Best Care far surpassed my expectations. They’re polite and courageous and always available 24/7 to answer questions and respond in an emergency situation.”

Lorrie O.
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“I am sending you some of my thoughts about Always Best Care now that I have had time to reflect. Mom’s move to Assisted Living has gone very well and I’d like you to know:--From the initial home meeting and throughout my mother’s care, everyone was extremely personable, professional and knowledgeable of the home care industry. --ABC matched caregivers to my Mother’s needs and personality and we (and my Mother) were very happy with the care received and with the communication between caregivers and family.--Although my Mother is in Memory Care now, she still remembers ‘her ladies’ that not only assisted in her care, but more importantly, offered friendship. We would be very happy to be used as a reference if needed!”

Courtnie B.
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“I have learned so much with having you and your staff care for my mother. I never would have expected her to rally so much after my father’s death. But it’s amazing what loving care can do –just amazing! Tracy and I cannot thank you enough – you have helped us see how to make our mother’s last days as pleasant and meaningful as possible–which is not only good for her but also for her whole family. I and my boys and husband, and my sister and her son and his family, we can all have time to connect with my mother that will surely enrich our lives forever—and that is such a precious gift! Thank you”

Ryan C.
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“Excellent company and high levels of customer service!”

Sara M.
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“I forgot to tell you that I miss your compassion toward your people. You positive and helpful approach toward them is admirable. I did not have such luck with the local companies in MA, lacking good organization and consideration to the clients and the care givers. It is not an easy job accomplish such a success like yours.”

Ildiko G.
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“I just wanted to shoot you a quick email expressing our thoughts about Mary, who was the caregiver for the weekend. We all thought she was wonderful!! I think her biggest strength is that she “sees the work”, needs little/to no direction, offers to take things out of our hands, is a true-go-getter. For Billie, this type of help is great since she feels like she can take some time to rest and trust all is okay. Mary works hard and is also very patient. I really think Mary is a natural dealing with elderly. She is patient and kind! Anyway, what I wanted to ask is if Mary can be the consistent caregiver for the weekends. The other 4 caregivers that I have met are also very nice. We would like Mary as much as possible as she is punctual, and as I mentioned before, ‘sees what needs doing”. She is focused on what she can do to help. She doesn’t just sit there next to Bill, she has eyes in the back of her head and goes the extra mile. Anything that needs to get done, she says “no wait, let me do it’—if she hasn’t already initiated it herself. She seems to have endless energy and never complained. I just felt compelled to drop you a this note to let you know how impressed we were with her. Thanks”

Marieke H.
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“Thank you so much for your kind, personalized service. My mother was always resistive to someone coming into her home to help care for her, but she is very, very pleased. Not only does she have someone to keep her company and meet her physical needs—her kitchen is looking cleaner than I have seen it in a while. Thank you again. Your kind manner was reassuring to my mother and to me, and you have made the process of caring for my mother at home easy and provided me with much needed relief so that I can actually return to work with a calm mind.”

Cheryl K.
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“I am a current client of this provider Thank you for all of your help over the last few weeks. Your caregivers were all terrific and I just don’t know what we would have done without you.”

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“Other Your service was timely and most satisfactory! I’ll definitely keep you in mind for future needs.”

Jack Z.
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“I am a past client of this provider Shame on me for not writing sooner. The days go by so fast –and thanks to your good care I am back to doing things for myself and being busy. Did my own deck this year! And other gardening ---feels good! Have started walking 3 times a week at the track! The big 90 will be here in October ---and I am going to be ready to celebrate it! Thank you again for all your help. It’s good to know it is there when I need it.”

Marion M.
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“I am a past client of this provider My Mom’s last 15 months were made easier with the diligent and devoted care provided by Scheryl and your support to come up with replacements when she needed time off. Scheryl was caring and compassionate for both my Mom and her sister when she came to stay. They had a really nice bond. Both the ladies were ever grateful for Scheryl’s attention, conversation, cooking and friendship. Larry and I send best wish and sincere thanks!”

Linda K.
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“Other We would like to express our appreciation and thanks for the in-home care that Always Best Care is providing our parents. You have guided us through this very difficult time and have helped us deal with my mother’s illness and her inability to care for my dad. Your caregivers are very capable and caring, and your staff is competent and thorough. We believe this makes your company invaluable to families with loved ones in need of assistance. We would recommend Always Best Care to anybody in search of quality care for their loved one. Thank you for all you and your staff do.”

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“Other I just wanted express our thoughts about Mary, who was the caregiver for the weekend. We all thought she was wonderful!! I think her biggest strength is that she “sees the work”, needs little/to no direction, offers to take things out of our hands, and is a true-go-getter. For Billie, this type of help is great since she feels like she can take some time to rest and trust all is okay. Mary works hard and is also very patient. I really think Mary is a natural dealing with elderly. She is patient and kind! Anyway, what I wanted to ask is if Mary can be the consistent caregiver for the weekends. The other 4 caregivers that I have met are also very nice. We would like Mary as much as possible as she is punctual, and as I mentioned before, ‘sees what needs doing”. She is focused on what she can do to help. She doesn’t just sit there next to Bill, she has eyes in the back of her head and goes the extra mile. Anything that needs to get done, she says “no wait, let me do it’—if she hasn’t already initiated it herself. She seems to have endless energy and never complained. I just felt compelled to drop you a this note to let you know how impressed we were with her. Thanks”

Marieke H.
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“I am a current client of this provider Thank you so much for your kind, personalized service. My mother was always resistant to have someone come into her home to help care for her, but she is very, very pleased with Betsy. Not only does she have someone to keep her company and meet her physical needs—her kitchen is looking cleaner than I have seen it in a while. Thank you again. Your kind manner was reassuring to my mother and to me, and you have made the process of caring for my mother at home easy, and provided me with much needed relief so that I can actually return to work with a calm mind.”

Cheryl K.
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“I interviewed this provider I have learned so much with having you and your staff care for my mother. I never would have expected her to rally so much after my father’s death. But it’s amazing what loving care can do –just amazing! Tracy and I cannot thank you enough – you have helped us see how to make our mother’s last days as pleasant and meaningful as possible–which is not only good for her but also for her whole family. I and my boys and husband, and my sister and her son and his family, we can all have time to connect with my mother that will surely enrich our lives forever—and that is such a precious gift! Thank you”

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“I am a past client of this provider I was so happy with the services which Angela provided! She was very courteous, hands-on and would do anything I asked her to do. She was pleasure. I enjoyed having her work for me.”

Marjorie C.
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“Excellent company and high levels of customer service!”

Ken B.

What is Non-Medical Senior Care in Ridgefield, 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 Ridgefield, 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

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 Sturges Park in Ridgefield, CT 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

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 Posa Ristorante Vineria or visit Lounsbury 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 Ridgefield, 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 Ridgefield, 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 Ridgefield, 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:

  • Benchmark at Ridgefield Crossings
  • Ridgefield Station Senior Living
  • The Coach Homes at Ridgefield Ridgefield, CT
  • New Beginnings Supportive Transition for Seniors
  • Meadow Ridge
  • Laurel Ridge Health Care Center
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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 Ridgefield, 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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Ridgefield Voters Approve Eversource Easement, Open Space Transfer At Town Meeting

Ridgefield approves an Eversource easement for the alternative high school and accepts new open space.RIDGEFIELD, CT — Ridgefield voters on Dec. 10 approved an easement for Eversource Energy tied to the town’s new alternative high school and accepted an open-space donation and land transfer during a Special Town Meeting that followed a meeting of the Board of Selectmen.The evening began with the Board of Selectmen convening before transitioning into a formally noticed Town Meeting, moderated by Ed Terrell, with We...

Ridgefield approves an Eversource easement for the alternative high school and accepts new open space.

RIDGEFIELD, CT — Ridgefield voters on Dec. 10 approved an easement for Eversource Energy tied to the town’s new alternative high school and accepted an open-space donation and land transfer during a Special Town Meeting that followed a meeting of the Board of Selectmen.

The evening began with the Board of Selectmen convening before transitioning into a formally noticed Town Meeting, moderated by Ed Terrell, with Wendy Leonetti elected as town meeting secretary. The warrant included two land-use items requiring voter approval.

Voters unanimously approved granting Eversource a permanent utility easement on town-owned land off Prospect Ridge Road, where the town is constructing a new alternative high school.First Selectman Rudy Marconi said the easement allows Eversource to install, maintain and repair underground electric lines serving the site, ensuring access in the event of outages or infrastructure failures. The easement follows requests from Eversource for additional certifications beyond language previously approved by the town.

After brief public comment, voters approved the resolution authorizing Marconi to execute the easement documents on behalf of the town.

Voters also approved the acceptance of 11 acres of open space on Pound Street and the transfer of approximately 0.325 acres of town land to a private property owner at 6 Palmer Court, contingent on receipt of a required Planning and Zoning Commission report.

Representatives from the Conservation Commission described the transaction as a rare opportunity to secure centrally located open space at no cost to the town, calling the donation unusually generous.

Both measures passed by voice vote, and the Town Meeting adjourned shortly thereafter.

Following the Town Meeting, the Board of Selectmen reconvened to continue regular business, including discussion of a proposed East Ridge Historic District.

Members reviewed the year-long statutory process required to establish a new historic district, including approval of a study report by the State Historic Preservation Office and local boards. Balloting among affected property owners resulted in 10 votes in favor and one opposed, with two ballots rejected for technical errors, meeting the two-thirds approval threshold required to move forward.

Selectmen also discussed the need for a separate public hearing and Town Meeting to amend the town’s historic district ordinance before municipal properties could be formally included.

The board briefly touched on several upcoming issues, including senior tax relief programs, the town’s form of government review, and other policy matters expected to be revisited ahead of the January budget cycle. Members emphasized the need for additional philosophical discussion before fiscal decisions are finalized.

The meeting concluded with no additional public comment and adjourned at 10:11 p.m..

Cheshire football shuts out Ridgefield to reach 1st CIAC championship since 2009

CHESHIRE — On a bone-chilling night, the Cheshire football team embraced the elements to reach the CIAC Class L title game with a 21-0 semifinal victory over Ridgefield at Alumni Field.With the game-time temperature starting in the teens and dipping near single digits in the second half, the third-seeded Rams broke a scoreless game in the third quarter to earn a date with GametimeCT’s top-ranked team for L supremacy.Cheshire (9-3) will play for its first state crown since winning Class LL in 2009, but the Rams will ...

CHESHIRE — On a bone-chilling night, the Cheshire football team embraced the elements to reach the CIAC Class L title game with a 21-0 semifinal victory over Ridgefield at Alumni Field.

With the game-time temperature starting in the teens and dipping near single digits in the second half, the third-seeded Rams broke a scoreless game in the third quarter to earn a date with GametimeCT’s top-ranked team for L supremacy.

Cheshire (9-3) will play for its first state crown since winning Class LL in 2009, but the Rams will need to beat No. 1 New Canaan in Saturday’s final.

The “other” Rams won Monday’s other Class L semifinal 43-6 over Hartford co-op.

“They are a damn good football team, but we are too,” said Cheshire senior quarterback Aiden Gregorich about facing New Canann in the title game.

Gregorich’s 27-yard touchdown run on the first play of the fourth quarter gave Cheshire a 14-0 lead and more than enough breathing room with its defense dominating the Tigers.

Gregorich was also part of a Cheshire defense that forced six punts and allowed Ridgefield past midfield just once when it mattered in the first half.

Cheshire has posted six straight scoreless quarters after rallying past Fairfield-Ludlowe 32-29 in the Class L quarterfinals. The Rams overcame a 29-10 halftime deficit last week to win that game.

Cheshire wouldn’t trail Monday night, but failed to capitalize twice in the red zone in the first half.

While Ridgefield (8-4) punted on all four of its first-half possessions, Gregorich threw an interception in the end zone and Cheshire missed a 34-yard field goal.

But with 5:25 to play in the third quarter, the Rams finally broke through following Hunter Hearrin’s strip-sack and fumble recovery by fellow junior Simon Levine.

“I’m just really proud of our kids the way they believed and stayed in it,” Cheshire head coach Don Drust said. “We’ve been in a lot of one-score games. It’s not new to us, we’ve been through it.

“So, I don’t think we ever wavered,” Drust added. “The guys weren’t down (at halftime) in any way, shape or form. It was just, ‘Stay at it, believe in each other and keep playing as hard as we can.’ Good things will come and they did.”

Hearrin had three sacks on the night and also anchored an offensive line that eventually wore down the Tigers.

“It just feels amazing to help contribute to the team, contribute for the seniors, and help us go to the championship,” Hearrin said. “I really feel like we earned it. We weren’t handed anything, that’s for sure.”

After Hearrin’s strip-sack, and starting at the 46-yard line, Cheshire went on a 10-play drive that culminated with 6-yard touchdown run by Noel Martinez, making it 7-0.

“We knew they couldn’t really move the ball on us because our defense (was playing) so good,” Martinez said. “We knew it was going to be a running game because you can’t really throw in this weather. Us being able to pound the rock at them over and over again, it felt good.”

Martinez didn’t touch the ball much Monday, but when the junior did, he was more than made for the pound-and-ground running game the Rams inflicted on the Tigers.

After his first TD, he ripped off a 28-yard run that set up Gregorich’s score.

On Cheshire’s next possession, Martinez carried the ball six times for 34 yards en route to his 12-yard scoring run that sealed things with 3:09 to play.

Ridgefield, which upset No. 2 Newtown 24-13 in last week’s Class L quarterfinals and enjoyed its first winning season since 2019, was trying to reach its first state final since 2016. But unlike last week when the Tigers scored first and played with the lead, Monday they never got on track.

“It was just a matter of momentum,” Ridgefield head coach Jamie Reed said. “We got a great stop out of the half, but we didn’t do anything with the football. The same kids are playing on both sides of the ball, so once they get rolling on one side, it’s easy to get rolling on the other. Once they got that turnover and a short field, we just hurt ourself by not executing enough on offense.”

Player of the Game

Hunter Hearrin, Cheshire: The junior lineman had three sacks and set up the Rams’ first touchdown with a strip-sack at midfield of a scoreless game. He also was part of an offensive line that eventually wore down Ridgefield in the second half.

Quotable

“I’m just proud of our kids and our staff. My coaching staff works really, really hard. They care about these kids. It’s a room full of men who I’d trust with my own two kids. That’s the biggest compliment I can give them. I trust and believe in them as humans first."

— Cheshire head coach Don Drust, who has led the Rams to their first state final in 16 years. He was an assistant when the Rams won the 2009 crown.

Cheshire 21, Ridgefield 0

RIDGEFIELD 0 0 0 0— 0CHESHIRE 0 0 7 14—21

C — Noel Martinez 6 run (Tim Reinhard kick)C — Aiden Gregorich 27 run (Reinhard kick)C — Martinez 12 run (Reinard kick)Team records: Cheshire 9-3, Ridgefield 8-4.

Ridgefield's Bridges: How They Stack Up

RIDGEFIELD, CT — Ridgefield’s bridges are largely in good shape, but one key crossing on the town’s western side received only a “fair” condition rating in recent inspections, according to newly released state transportation data.A review of CTDOT’s most recent bridge inventory shows that four of the five Ridgefield bridges included in the state database are rated “good” or “very good” in their deck, superstructure, and substructure components. The lone exception is the bridg...

RIDGEFIELD, CT — Ridgefield’s bridges are largely in good shape, but one key crossing on the town’s western side received only a “fair” condition rating in recent inspections, according to newly released state transportation data.

A review of CTDOT’s most recent bridge inventory shows that four of the five Ridgefield bridges included in the state database are rated “good” or “very good” in their deck, superstructure, and substructure components. The lone exception is the bridge on George Washington Highway over Miry Brook (Bridge No. 5933), which recorded “fair” ratings across all three major elements.

State engineers classify “fair” structures as showing noticeable wear but not yet requiring immediate rehabilitation. Still, the rating signals the potential for increased maintenance in the years ahead, particularly as aging infrastructure continues to strain local and state budgets.

The rest of Ridgefield’s crossings show signs of structural strength. Both bridges along Route 35 — one over Mill River and another over a small brook — were rated “very good” in deck condition and “good” in the supporting structure. Two U.S. Route 7 bridges over the Norwalk River also earned "good" marks.

What the National Bridge Inventory Is and How It Classifies Bridges

The National Bridge Inventory is a nationwide database maintained by the Federal Highway Administration that contains detailed structural and condition information on the country’s publicly owned bridges. Every state transportation agency, including the Connecticut Department of Transportation, is required to inspect and report condition ratings for bridges that meet federal criteria.

A bridge must be included in the NBI if it meets all of the following conditions:

This includes bridges on interstates, state highways, local roads, and municipal structures.

How the NBI Classifies and Rates Bridges

NBI inspections evaluate several major components of a bridge’s structure. Key elements are assigned numerical condition ratings on a 0–9 scale, where:

The most important individual ratings are:

Overall Classification: “Good,” “Fair,” or “Poor”

FHWA uses these component ratings to classify each bridge:

Good: All major components rated 7 or higher

Fair: One or more components rated 6

Poor: One or more components rated 5 or lower

A bridge classified as “poor” is commonly referred to as structurally deficient, meaning it requires repair or rehabilitation but is not necessarily unsafe.

NBI Ratings are important as they help determine repair priorities for state and federal funding, influence traffic restrictions (e.g., weight limits), and help towns and states assess long-term capital needs.

Bridge-by-Bridge Snapshot for Ridgefield

How Ridgefield Compares to Statewide Trends

CTDOT oversees more than 5,400 roadway bridges statewide, with the average structure now more than 50 years old. About 5 percent are classified as structurally deficient, though Ridgefield has none in that category based on the most recent inspection cycle.

Still, infrastructure experts warn that even “good” bridges can require increased investment as weather extremes, heavier traffic, and aging components accelerate wear.

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