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 Bethel 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 Bethel, 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 have learned so much with having you and your staff care for my mother.”
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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.”
“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..”
“Your service was timely and most satisfactory !, I'll definitely keep you in mind for future needs.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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!”
“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”
“Excellent company and high levels of customer service!”
“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.”
“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”
“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.”
“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.”
“Other Your service was timely and most satisfactory! I’ll definitely keep you in mind for future needs.”
“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.”
“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!”
“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.”
“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”
“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.”
“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”
“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.”
“Excellent company and high levels of customer service!”
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 Meckauer 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 Edison Kitchen or visit John Jay Homestead, 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 Bethel, 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 Bethel, 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 Bethel, 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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Motor Vehicle Tax, Irish Flag Raising, Budget Hearing, Comedy Night, Debate Team Shines, and more Bethel news…Patch Staff**News Release Submitted by Bethel First Selectman Carter**March 14, 2025Dear Bethel,Attention Aquarion CustomersThe Aquarion wells serving Newtown and Bethel were flooded las August due to a collapse of a rail trestle bridge near the Pootatuck River. Unfortunately, the wells remain out of service. Aquarion is announcing a non-essential outdoor water ban and a mor...
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**News Release Submitted by Bethel First Selectman Carter**
March 14, 2025
Dear Bethel,
Attention Aquarion Customers
The Aquarion wells serving Newtown and Bethel were flooded las August due to a collapse of a rail trestle bridge near the Pootatuck River. Unfortunately, the wells remain out of service. Aquarion is announcing a non-essential outdoor water ban and a moratorium on new connections for the rest of the year, or until the river flow is restored. Lawn irrigation, car washing, exterior building washing, and filling pools are non-essential. Expect a letter and a call from Aquarion in the next month or so with details and commercial exceptions.
Motor Vehicle Tax
A repeat question about motor vehicle taxes in CT: If you park your car in Bethel, and you pay taxes on your car to another state or town, is your car still taxed in Bethel? Yes, where your car is garaged, not primary residence, determines where the car is taxed. If you own a vehicle with an out of state plate or you moved in from another town in CT, please register your car in Bethel with the DMV or contact the tax assessor. Otherwise, you may still receive a tax bill from Bethel, including a fee for collecting the tax.
Bethel Patriotic Association
The Bethel Patriotic Association has a long history of supporting patriotic events in town, most notably the Memorial Day Parade. If you are interested in joining the group, please email [email protected]
Traffic Signs
You may notice some new traffic signs around Bethel, including arrows at “T” intersections. These were provided by the CT DOT as part of an effort to improve safety on our roads.
Irish Flag Raising
Don’t miss a Bethel tradition! Join friends and neighbors for the Raising of the Irish Flag on PT Barnum Square at 9 am on Monday, March 17th at 9 am in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. After the raising, the group will head over to Town Hall for another flag raising and refreshments. In case of inclement weather, the celebration will meet at Town Hall.
Walk Audit Presentation
Last year the members of the Sustainable Bethel Commission completed a “walk audit” in Stony Hill to learn more about pedestrian safety issues. Their audit was helpful in securing a Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant to help Bethel create a plan to address traffic safety in town. If you haven’t seen the presentation, Sustainable Bethel will present the summary to the Board of Selectmen on Tuesday, March 18th at 7 pm at Town Hall in Meeting Room A.
Budget Hearing
Final notice! Don’t forget the public hearing on the budget next Wednesday, March 19th at the Bethel High School auditorium at 7 pm. The Board of Finance will make necessary modifications on March 20th and present the budget to the Town Meeting on April 2nd at the Bethel High School auditorium at 7 pm. Check out the proposed budget here: https://bethel-ct.gov/depts-comptroller.
Rockwell PTO Comedy Night
Rockwell School PTO is hosting a Comedy Night at Greenwood Features on Saturday, March 22nd. Not only do they have a fantastic lineup of talent, including Rockwell’s funniest teacher, Tony Liberati, the silent auction will benefit Rockwell School! https://givebutter.com/c/Wgma0q
WorkspaceCT Summer Programs
WorkspaceCT’s summer program schedule for kids and teens has been released! They are offering several enriching programs: Woodworking, STEM, Theatre, Cooking, Arts & Crafting, and more. They have also added an option for extended hours to help busy/working parents. There is a 15% discount if you register by March 31st. Use code: EARLYBIRD15. Find info here: https://www.workspacect.org/summerprograms
Shoutouts
A huge shoutout to Greg Henry who is the 2025 Friends of Bethel Award winner, presented by the Bethel Public Schools! Greg’s leadership in All Sports Booster Club and his commitment to the schools made him an easy choice!
A late shoutout to the Bethel Debate Team who had another amazing performance at the March debate tournament in Ridgefield. Josephina Howard and Andrew Santiago placed 6th overall in varsity. Toshan Bhattachyra and Joey Corigliano placed 11th and Max Salvestrini and Shravya Mankala came in Willa Zalaznick took 3rd speaker overall, Josephina was 5th place, Jack Woleck took 8th and Toshan was 11th.
In the novice division, the team of Radha Sinha and Trisha Sharma came in 2nd, Bhuvan Sai Dasari and Akhil Sharma were 12th, Peter Gardella and Jacqui Eng were 13th, and Aarna Doshi and Zia Arakal were 16th. For novice speakers, Aarna placed 2nd overall, Trisha was 8th, Peter Gardella was 10th, Bhuvan was 11th, and Radha was 12th. Great Job!
A shoutout to Pat Rist for her service as President of the Bethel Historical Society! The society is a non-profit group that seeks to educate, preserve and promote Bethel’s rich heritage. Pat led so many efforts to promote awareness of the town’s history, including sculptor David Gesauldi’s life-sized statue of P.T. Barnum in front of the Bethel Library, restoration of the WWI Doughboy statue in P.T. Barnum Square, walking tours, and celebrations of key historic commemorative events, including a parade for P.T. Barnum’s 200th birthday celebration. Thank you, Pat!
Congrats to Mary Ferri as the new President of the Bethel Historical Society! If you’re interested in the town’s history, please sign up today to become a member of the Historical Society. Membership forms can be found at: https://bethelhistoricalsociety.com/index2-membership.htm
Good luck to the Lady Wildcats tomorrow night who are taking on Northwest Catholic at Mohegan Sun in their first State Championship! You have all worked so hard to get here and we are all so excited for tomorrow! Tickets for the 6:15 pm game are available at Ticketmaster. The game can be viewed live stream at https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/ciac/gamfbb2fda6c7.
Good luck to our swim team who are competing in the state competition tomorrow!
Congrats to YeeJun Ng and Luke Richardson who earned all-state and academic all-state for indoor track!
Have a great weekend!Dan
WATERBURY— For the first time in school history, the Bethel girls basketball team is heading to a CIAC championship.Led by seniors Emma Huedepohl, Aiden Gill and Summer Wish, No. 2 seeded Bethel broke open a close game with a huge fourth quarter on the way to a 66-55 win over No. 6 Bristol Central in the ...
WATERBURY— For the first time in school history, the Bethel girls basketball team is heading to a CIAC championship.
Led by seniors Emma Huedepohl, Aiden Gill and Summer Wish, No. 2 seeded Bethel broke open a close game with a huge fourth quarter on the way to a 66-55 win over No. 6 Bristol Central in the CIAC Class L semifinal at Wilby High School.
“It’s amazing. This is the farthest we have ever gone in Bethel. It’s impressive,” Huedepohl said. “We knew we had it within us and I am just so proud of everyone. Senior year, I am so excited.”
Bethel will face No. 1 seed Northwest Catholic in the Class L championship game either Saturday or Sunday at Mohegan Sun Arena.
Northwest Catholic, which is going for its third-straight state title in three different classes, beat No. 4 Notre Dame Prep 70-38 in the other semifinal.
The victory continues a run for Bethel, which included a SWC tournament championship.
Coach Danielle Scolpino is a 2010 Bethel graduate and knows what it means to be going to the first title game in school history.
“I don’t even have words right now, this is what they have been working for. The first time Bethel has ever been and these kids deserve it,” Scolpino said. “It’s so special. I am so proud to do it at my own school. This has been the goal for them since day one.”
Bristol Central led by one at halftime and the teams were tied 38-38 after three quarters.
In the fourth, Bethel turned up its defense and turned to its seniors for offense with Wish, Huedepohl and Gill picking up key steals.
The Wildcats scored 28 points over the final eight minutes with Huedepohl scoring 13 of her team-high 20, including making eight free throws down the stretch as Bristol Central fouled in an attempt to come back.
Bethel was 24-of-28 from the free throw line, Bristol Central was 9-of-16.
Gill made three 3-pointers in the second half and ended with 17 points.
“No one wants their season to end and none of us wanted our high school basketball career to end and that was really motivating,” Gil said. “It’s a full-circle moment. I remember thinking about going to Mohegan Sun before my first practice my freshman year and now it is happening. It doesn’t seem real.”
Bristol Central junior Kamaria Bowens led all scorers with 24 points, while junior Nicole Riemer added 14 for the Rams who were attempting to get back to a state final for the first time since 1996. The Rams do not have any seniors on their roster. Bowens fouled out late in the fourth quarter.
Emma Huedepohl, Bethel: The senior was 10-of-12 from the free throw line in the game as part of her 20-point evening.
“In the fourth quarter, we had a timeout and I told them that this what they had worked so hard for every single day and every single minute that you have been in the gym. I told them they had to leave it out there and that’s exactly what they did.” – Danielle Scolpino
CLASS L GIRLS BASKETBALL SEMIFINAL
BRISTOL CENTRAL 10 13 15 17 — 55 BETHEL 14 8 16 28 — 66
Bethel Emma Huedepohl 4 10-12 20; Amelia Wade 1 5-6 7; Summer Wish 2 2-2 7; Aiden Gill 6 2-23 17; Mia Marshener 3 3-3 9; Vivian Stewart 2 2-2 6. Totals: 18 24-28 66 Bristol Central Laylani Cespedes 4 0-0 9; Olivia Louis 0 0-2 0; Sydney Ray 1 0-0 2; Kamaria Bowens 9 5-5 24; Gabriella Bernier 1 0-0 3; Molly McMahon 1 0-0 3; Nicole Riemer 5 4-9 14. Totals: 21 9-16 55 3-point field goals: B—Huedepohl 2, Gill 3, Wish. BC—Bowens, Cespedes, McMahon, Bernier Fouled out: BC—Bowens, Louis
Battery maker Duracell, long a fixture in Bethel, is relocating it research and development headquarters from the Berkshire Corporate Park to Atlanta.Duracell officials said the move will bring more than 100 jobs to Atlanta, but didn't say whether that included workers coming from Bethel or whether the company would have any operations in Connecticut once the move is complete.Company officials announced the relocation jointly...
Battery maker Duracell, long a fixture in Bethel, is relocating it research and development headquarters from the Berkshire Corporate Park to Atlanta.
Duracell officials said the move will bring more than 100 jobs to Atlanta, but didn't say whether that included workers coming from Bethel or whether the company would have any operations in Connecticut once the move is complete.
Company officials announced the relocation jointly with Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Wednesday. Duracell's research and development team will be moving into the new Science Square mixed-use complex located near the Georgia Tech complex in the summer of 2026, according to company officials and Kemp.
“Georgia is at the forefront of innovation, and Duracell’s decision to locate their R&D headquarters in Atlanta is just the latest confirmation that we have what businesses want,” Kemp said.
He said the company will invest $56 million in Georgia's economy as a result of the move.
Science Square is an 18-acre multi-phase development that will feature more than 1.8 million square feet of lab and office space.
“This move is a significant milestone for Duracell as we continue to drive innovation in battery technology for many years to come, and we’re excited about the opportunities that our Atlanta move will bring,” said Liben Hailu, chief technology officer at Duracell. “We’re confident that this new chapter will strengthen our position as a global leader in the industry."
The new facility in Georgia at Science Square Labs will serve as Duracell’s innovation hub and feature state-of-the-art laboratories, modern collaborative workspaces and advanced technology infrastructure.
Ángel Cabrera, president of Georgia Tech, said Duracell's relocation "is a testament to our ongoing efforts to bridge academia and industry, fostering an environment where innovative ideas can thrive and lead to groundbreaking advancements.”
Duracell's announcement said the state is providing "generous resources" to assist the company and its employees in the relocation process, but didn't specify what those resources might entail. Hailu called the decision to relocate to Atlanta "strategic and driven by several key factors."
"The vibrant technology ecosystem, access to top-tier talent, and the close geographical proximity to our manufacturing facilities will strengthen our ability to innovate with speed and efficiency and deliver superior products to our consumers and customers," Hailu said. Duracell has battery factories in LaGrange, Georgia, that it opened in 1980, and in Cleveland, Tennessee.
Duracell traces its roots back to the 1920s. The company took on the Duracell brand name in 1964 and moved to Bethel 10 years later.
The company opened its $70 million headquarters at 14 Research Drive in Bethel in 1995 on a 40-acre site. When Duracell's corporate parents Gillette and Proctor & Gamble sold the battery maker to Warren Buffet's Berkshire Hathaway Co. in 2016, the Omaha, Neb.-based conglomerate established a Chicago office and began referring to it as the headquarters for its new acquisition.
Duracell officials announced last September that its 310,000-square-foot headquarters was being put up for sale.
In addition to the battery factory in LaGrange, Duracell also has a logistics and distribution plant in Fairburn, Georgia that began operations in 2020. Duracell’s LaGrange facility currently supports approximately 400 jobs, while the Fairburn plant supports an additional 275 jobs.
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