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Home Care In Bethel, CT

Home Care Bethel, CT

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

However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic 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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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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Elderly Care for barbara P.
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“Wonderful agency, great caregivers, responsive, personal. Would have given 5+ but please pay your”

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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In-home Care for Alvaro C.
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“It is a pleasure to write this! The BEST way to describe your staff:--Pleasant—congenial. Choosing”

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.
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Home Care Services for Ryan P.
551
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“I am writing on behalf of my family to tell you how appreciative we are”

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..
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Non-medical Home Care for Cody V.
551
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“Your service was timely and most satisfactory !, I'll definitely keep you in mind for”

Your service was timely and most satisfactory !, I'll definitely keep you in mind for future needs.
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Personal Senior Care for Martin L.
551
Google

“Thank you so much for everything. Mom is not ready to take the step to”

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.
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Home Care for Sherece F.
551
Google

“Thank you so much for your kind, personalized service. My mother was always resistive to”

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.
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Senior Care Services for Susan M.
551
Google

“This company is courteous and very compassionate when it comes to caring for your loved”

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.
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In-home Caregiver for Lorrie O.
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“My experience interacting with Always Best Care far surpassed my expectations. They’re polite and courageous”

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.
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Personal Care Services for Courtnie B.
551
Google

“I am sending you some of my thoughts about Always Best Care now that I”

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!
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Senior Caregiver for Ryan C.
551
Google

“I have learned so much with having you and your staff care for my mother.”

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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In-home Care Services for Sara M.
551
Google

“Excellent company and high levels of customer service!”

Excellent company and high levels of customer service!
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Senior Care Services for Ildiko G.
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Website

“I forgot to tell you that I miss your compassion toward your people. You positive”

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.
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Home Care for Marieke H.
551
Website

“I just wanted to shoot you a quick email expressing our thoughts about Mary, who”

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
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Personal Senior Care for Cheryl K.
551
Website

“Thank you so much for your kind, personalized service. My mother was always resistive to”

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.
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Home Caregiver for LindaGo
551
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“I am a current client of this provider Thank you for all of your help over”

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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Home Care Services for Jack Z.
551
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“Other Your service was timely and most satisfactory! I’ll definitely keep you in mind for future”

Other Your service was timely and most satisfactory! I’ll definitely keep you in mind for future needs.
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Non-medical Home Care for Marion M.
551
Caring

“I am a past client of this provider Shame on me for not writing sooner. The”

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.
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Personal Senior Care for Linda K.
551
Caring

“I am a past client of this provider My Mom’s last 15 months were made easier”

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!
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In-home Caregiver for FionaHoward
551
Caring

“Other We would like to express our appreciation and thanks for the in-home care that Always”

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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Personal Care Services for Marieke H.
551
Caring

“Other I just wanted express our thoughts about Mary, who was the caregiver for the weekend.”

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
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Senior Caregiver for Cheryl K.
551
Caring

“I am a current client of this provider Thank you so much for your kind, personalized”

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.
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In-home Care Services for Caring_2645646
551
Caring

“I interviewed this provider I have learned so much with having you and your staff care”

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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Non-medical Caregiver for Marjorie C.
551
Caring

“I am a past client of this provider I was so happy with the services which”

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.
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Personal Care Services for Ken B.
551
Facebook

“Excellent company and high levels of customer service!”

Excellent company and high levels of customer service!
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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”

barbara P.
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TESTIMONIALS

“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.
×
TESTIMONIALS

“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.
×
TESTIMONIALS

“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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TESTIMONIALS

“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.
×
TESTIMONIALS

“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.
×
TESTIMONIALS

“Excellent company and high levels of customer service!”

Sara M.
×
TESTIMONIALS

“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.
×
TESTIMONIALS

“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.
×
TESTIMONIALS

“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.”

LindaGo
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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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TESTIMONIALS

“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.
×
TESTIMONIALS

“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.
×
TESTIMONIALS

“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.”

FionaHoward
×
TESTIMONIALS

“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.
×
TESTIMONIALS

“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.
×
TESTIMONIALS

“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”

Caring_2645646
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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 Bethel, 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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Senior Care Bethel, CT

Types of Elderly Care in Bethel, 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 Meckauer Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.

Common companionship services include:

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

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 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.

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Benefits of Home Care in Bethel, 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 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.

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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 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.

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:

  • Maplewood at Stony Hill
  • The Cascades Assisted Living
  • Bethel Health Care Center
  • Bishop Curtis Homes Inc
  • Maplewood at Newtown
  • Ability Beyond Disability
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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 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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Latest News in Bethel, CT

Dec. 22 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

**News Release Submitted by Bethel First Selectman Dan Carter**Dec. 22, 2023Dear Bethel,Municipal leaders from the area met this week to discuss projects that could benefit our area and qualify for grants from the EPA. If you would like to know more about the Climate Action Plan for our area or make your thoughts known with a survey, visit ...

**News Release Submitted by Bethel First Selectman Dan Carter**

Dec. 22, 2023

Dear Bethel,

Municipal leaders from the area met this week to discuss projects that could benefit our area and qualify for grants from the EPA. If you would like to know more about the Climate Action Plan for our area or make your thoughts known with a survey, visit www.swctclimate.com.

Town leaders and members of both volunteer fire departments attended a presentation on an evaluation of our departments conducted by the consulting arm of the International Association of Fire Chiefs. While the evaluation comes with recommendations to improve our operations and plan for future apparatus, the study states “Bethel has strong leadership and an innovative vision. The departments are functioning at a high level commensurate with community expectations. While there is always room for improvement, the department is serving the citizens of Bethel very well.” To all our Fire and EMS personnel, thank you for all you do!

The Board of Selectmen approved a water rate adjustment to begin in July, 2024. The initial plan called for a 5 year rate plan with an 8.5% increase each year for 5 years that was driven primarily by the Bergstrom Well project and planned repairs to the Maple Ave. well. After input from the public, the Public Utilities Commission and the Board of Selectmen decided to approve a 3 year plan with an 8.5% increase per year and to look more closely at the planned capital expenses in year 4 and 5 of the original plan. If you use 10,570 gal per quarter, your current rate of $83.13 per quarter will increase by $23.04 in year 3 for a total of $106.17.

It’s hard to believe we are half way through our current fiscal year, which runs from July 1st to June 30th. Our monthly budget meeting has us on track. From now through the end of May 2024, the Town department heads, the Board of Selectmen, and the Board of Finance will be working on next year’s budget. Expect public hearings in May and the tentative date for the annual town budget meeting is April 4th, 2024, followed by a referendum on April 23rd. You may also want to mark your calendar for April 2nd, 2024 for a possible presidential primary.

December is a great time to check out the Big List. The Connecticut unclaimed property program has already returned over $1 billion, and like on the Island of Misfit Toys, there are over a billion dollars still waiting to be reunited with their rightful owners! Check out www.ctbiglist.com.

Attention class of 2024: The deadline to apply for the Connecticut Automatic Admission Program for high school seniors who are graduating this spring is January 4, 2024. If qualified, you can be automatically admitted to several participating colleges and universities by filling out one application form, which is available to at no cost. Visit www.ct.edu/autoadmit

The Bethel Seasonal Drum Circle is being held tomorrow, December 23rd from 3 pm to 4:30 pm at the Town Hall. Bring $5 donation (suggested) and a percussion instrument, if you have one. Email [email protected] with questions. If the weather is cold, the event will be in the GP room.

Take the Frozen Foot Challenge! The Bethel Running Group is putting together a team for the challenge - a mile a day, walk, hike, run, outside January 1 to February 12. There is no charge and no prizes - just bragging rights and the sense of accomplishment that you've met the challenge! Join the Bethel Runners on FB or register starting Tuesday, December 26th at https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/126121.

Our Bethel High School Naval JROTC cadets will be picking up Christmas Trees on Saturday, January 6th (Snow date Sunday, January, 7th). The suggested donation is $10 and your donations support educational programs for the cadets. No tree, no problem! You can still support them at https://www.rotc.bright-moments.com. Remember to fill in the box at the top of the contribution page with submit your address and the number of trees to be picked up. If you would like to pay by check, email [email protected].

Use caution when you wrestle with a Wildcat! Marco Perrone, Nelson Rodriguez, Chris Menendez, Matthew Tarzia, and Lincoln Ackerman all placed in their first tournament last Saturday. Great job!

Congrats to the BHS Girls Basketball team for two big wins this week over Stratford and Amistad!A shout out to Karen Neville, the students, and staff at R.M.T Johnson School for a terrific Holiday Sing-A-Long performance this week! You were amazing!

Thanks again to our superb highway department and Emergency Management Director for all the work getting our roads clear and power restored early this week. We were certainly ahead of some other towns in our area!

From all of us at Town Hall, we wish you a wonderful holiday season!

Have a great weekend,

Dan

Oct. 13 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

**News Release Submitted by Bethel First Selectman Dan Carter**Oct. 13, 2023Dear Bethel,I will have office hours on Wednesday, October 18th from 7 am to 8 am at Town Hall in the First Selectman office. Please stop by with any questions or concerns!Like popcorn? The Bethel Marching Wildcats popcorn fundraiser begins TODAY at 5:00pm and ends on Tuesday, October 17th. Pandora’s Box is the theme for their fall program. Support our Wildcats and get a glimpse of the Band’s performance here: ...

**News Release Submitted by Bethel First Selectman Dan Carter**

Oct. 13, 2023

Dear Bethel,

I will have office hours on Wednesday, October 18th from 7 am to 8 am at Town Hall in the First Selectman office. Please stop by with any questions or concerns!

Like popcorn? The Bethel Marching Wildcats popcorn fundraiser begins TODAY at 5:00pm and ends on Tuesday, October 17th. Pandora’s Box is the theme for their fall program. Support our Wildcats and get a glimpse of the Band’s performance here: https://s.dgpopup.com/btcj6773.Tomorrow, Saturday the 14th Bethel Pride is hosting a Plant Swap at 81 Greenwood Ave. Bring a plant to swap or take some home! No plants, no problem. There are plants to take home. If you have leftover seed packets, drop them off too!

Battle of the Badges takes place tomorrow, October 14th at the DeSantis Football Field at Bethel High School! Come see our Bethel First Responders play a charity flag football game to benefit the American Cancer Society through Real Men Wear Pink and raise Breast Cancer Awareness. (And secure bragging rights!) Who will it be, PD or FD? There will be some fun events to raise money for Real Men Wear Pink, but admission is free! Special thanks in advance to the BHS All Sports Booster Club for opening the snack shed!

Next Saturday, October 21st, Blue Jay Orchards is the place to be! Enjoy the Autumn Craft Fest at from 10 am to 4 pm AND the Autumn Public Safety Day from 12 pm to 3 pm. Between crafts, Touch-A-Truck, safety demonstrations and displays, and cider donuts, there will be something for everyone!

Halloween is almost here. What better way to kick off Halloween fun with a Pet Parade and costume contest! Global Treats by Nips and Paws is hosting the event on October 21st from 12 pm to 2 pm at 268 Greenwood Ave.

Mark your calendar for the Bethel Trick or Treat Street hosted by the Bethel Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, October 28th from 1 PM to 3 PM. Trick or Treat down Greenwood Ave and end with the annual costume contest in front of Town Hall. Contact the Bethel Chamber of Commerce with questions.

Congratulations to Glenton Green on his selection as Firefighter of the Year for the Bethel Volunteer Fire Department and Rick Johnson for his selection as Firefighter of the Year for Stony Hill Volunteer Fire Company! We are all so grateful to have you both looking out for us!

A big shoutout to Evan Bureau and Nina Labarbera, Athletes of the Week! Good luck to all the Wildcats this week. Many of you are racking up some impressive wins!

Have a great weekend!

Dan

Bethel Pharmacy The Only CT Rite Aid To Shutter — For Now

BETHEL, CT — In the immediate aftermath of Rite Aid's Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, the pharmacy giant announced that its Bethel location at 289 Greenwood Avenue would be closing.The remainder of the chain's stores in Connecticut appears to have dodged a bullet, for the time being at least.Rite Aid has signaled no disruptions, closures or otherwise, for their 26 remaining Connecticut pharmacies located in Ansonia, Bridgeport, Brookfield, Cheshire, Danbury, East Haven, Fairfield, Milford, Monroe, Naugatuck, New Haven, Nort...

BETHEL, CT — In the immediate aftermath of Rite Aid's Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, the pharmacy giant announced that its Bethel location at 289 Greenwood Avenue would be closing.

The remainder of the chain's stores in Connecticut appears to have dodged a bullet, for the time being at least.

Rite Aid has signaled no disruptions, closures or otherwise, for their 26 remaining Connecticut pharmacies located in Ansonia, Bridgeport, Brookfield, Cheshire, Danbury, East Haven, Fairfield, Milford, Monroe, Naugatuck, New Haven, North Branford, Northford, Norwalk, Ridgefield, Stamford, Stratford, Wallingford, Waterbury, West Haven and Wolcott.

Just about 7 percent of Rite Aid's 2,100-plus are being shuttered nationwide. People who work at the stores will also be transferred to other Rite Aid locations where possible, the company said. Another 210 sites went dark between January and the end of September.

Closures are concentrated in the Northeast and California, but can be found throughout the U.S. No exact closing dates have been made available.

The company said it was making "very effort to ensure customers of impacted stores have access to health services, whether at another Rite Aid or a nearby pharmacy." Prescriptions for customers of the affected stores will be transferred to a nearby Rite Aid or other drug store “so that there is no disruption of service,” the company said in a statement.

On Sunday, Rite Aid said it had received a commitment for $3.45 billion in new financing from certain of its lenders. "This financing is expected to provide sufficient liquidity to support the Company throughout this process," according to the chain's statement. The company also plans to sell off Elixir Solutions, its prescription benefit provider subsidiary.

Rite Aid’s bankruptcy comes amid slumping sales and heavy debt from an opioid lawsuit filed by the Justice Department in March that accuses the company of filling prescriptions for large quantities of opioids “that had obvious, and often multiple, red flags indicating misuse.”

Other drug store chains, including rivals CVS and Walgreens, have settled similar lawsuits, but were better positioned financially. But even they are struggling and closing in a tough environment for national drug store chains as Amazon and big-box retailers like Walmart, Target, Costco and others make it more convenient to have prescriptions filled, CNN reported.

Losses that quarter are expected to be significantly higher than in the previous quarter, the company said. That’s on top of losses of about three quarters of a billion dollars for the year ended March 2023, and losses of $307 million from March to May, CNN reported.

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Jan. 26 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

**News Release Submitted by Bethel First Selectman Dan Carter**Jan. 26,Dear Bethel,We are deep into budget preparations! Department heads will be their budgets at joint meetings of the Board of Selectmen and the Board of Finance at 7 pm on February 6th, 8th, and 13th. We are also expecting the Board of Education to be presenting their budget at the meeting on February 13th. Thank you to the Board of Education for hosting a walkthrough of the schools to look maintenance and capital needs!Western Connecticu...

**News Release Submitted by Bethel First Selectman Dan Carter**

Jan. 26,

Dear Bethel,

We are deep into budget preparations! Department heads will be their budgets at joint meetings of the Board of Selectmen and the Board of Finance at 7 pm on February 6th, 8th, and 13th. We are also expecting the Board of Education to be presenting their budget at the meeting on February 13th. Thank you to the Board of Education for hosting a walkthrough of the schools to look maintenance and capital needs!

Western Connecticut Council of Governments or WestCOG is mentioned often in these updates. Connecticut is divided into planning regions that are served by a regional Council of Governments (COG) that brings together the mayors and first selectmen to discuss matters of mutual interest and to address shared problems. Most of the funding for WestCOG comes from the federal government is support of transportation planning. WestCOG also helps towns compete for resources, such as the recent Safe Streets 4 All Grant. Learn more at https://westcog.org/aboutAt the Chamber of Commerce networking event this week, Newtown Savings Bank reminded us that there has been a huge increase in phishing calls in the new year. Legitimate financial institutions will never call and ask for information, such as the last four of a social security number. These scammers can be very convincing, so please be on the lookout.

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Are you a senior who needs help with taxes? The Bethel Public Library hosts the AARP Tax-Aid Program which provides free tax assistance for individuals. Call 203-794-8756 for an appointment. Appointments are only available on Wednesdays between 9:45 am and 1:30 pm, are in person, and are filling up fast!

The state legislature may be considering legislation to allow towns to ban the sale of “nips” at our local liquor stores. Currently, wholesaler distributors of nips collect a 5 cent per nip environmental fee on each nip sold to all Connecticut package stores and then remit the fees back to the towns where the nips were sold. However, the nips are too small to be captured in the recycling sorting equipment and end up in the trash or on our streets. The town of Bethel received roughly $17,000 in 2023 that we can use to collect and dispose of the nips, support recycling, or combat litter in general. Please make your thoughts known to your legislators in February when session starts.

There will be some major tree work on South Street near Parloa Park next week in preparation for Eversource to replace power polls. We do not know when the work will begin, but it will last a few days and expect one lane to be closed. We only learned of the project yesterday and Eversource has responded to our request for a meeting next week to learn more about the project. Stay tuned.

The legislative powers of Bethel are shared between the Board of Selectmen and the Town Meeting. The Town Meeting is our legislative body and is made up of every elector in town. In short, there are many issues that have to come before the Town Meeting for a vote, including our annual budget before it goes to a machine vote at the end of April. When a notice for a “Special Town Meeting” is issued, it will include what will be considered and it is your opportunity to make your voice heard.

Please do not forget the Special Town Meeting on Monday, January 29th at 7 pm in the GP Room in Town Hall. We had a shortfall of $319,000 in our current 2023-2024 Parks and Recreation budget. The Board of Selectmen and the Board of Finance have approved a special appropriation that will come from our additional budget revenue. The next step is for the Town Meeting to consider the request.

The Bethel Public Library will be hosting its annual Mini Golf Fundraiser in March. While there will be more details about the event coming soon, they are still looking for two hole sponsors. If you are interested in helping out our library, please reach out at [email protected].Bethel Arts and Greenwood Features present “A Journey” on Sunday, February 4th at 4pm at Greenwood Features in Bethel. “A Journey” is a moving one-woman performance of song and dance performed by Kimberly Wilson in celebration of Black History Month. Additional sponsors are the Bethel Grapevine and Connecticut Office of the Arts. Check out www.greenwoodfeatures.com.

The Bethel Chamber of Commerce is hosting their annual Legislative Breakfast on Tuesday. February 6th, 2024 from 8 am to 10 am at La Zingara. Check out https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bethel-chamber-of-commerce-legislative-breakfast-tickets-794969584427?aff=oddtdtcreator for info and tickets

Good luck to the Boys and Girls Basketball teams against Pomperaug tonight. The Lady Wildcats are at home and the Boys are away.

A big shoutout to the BHS Wildcat Wrestling team. While the outcome wasn’t what you wanted, the fight you put up this week against Newtown was fantastic!

Have a great weekend!

Dan

Bethel Moving Winterfest Tree Lighting To The Town Hall

Bethel's annual tree lighting event, held on the day after Thanksgiving, has become more popular and drawn larger crowds each year. **News Release Submitted by Town of Bethel**Nov. 7, 2023The Town of Bethel took the first step in moving the annual tree lighting with the planting of the new holiday tree on the lawn in front of Town Hall.The culmination of the annual Bethel Winterfest, which is hosted by the Bethel Chamber of Commerce, has been a tree lighting on PT Barnum Square followed by the arrival o...

Bethel's annual tree lighting event, held on the day after Thanksgiving, has become more popular and drawn larger crowds each year.

**News Release Submitted by Town of Bethel**

Nov. 7, 2023

The Town of Bethel took the first step in moving the annual tree lighting with the planting of the new holiday tree on the lawn in front of Town Hall.

The culmination of the annual Bethel Winterfest, which is hosted by the Bethel Chamber of Commerce, has been a tree lighting on PT Barnum Square followed by the arrival of Santa. The event held on the day after Thanksgiving has become more popular and drawn larger crowds each year. PT Barnum Square is now too small to safely accommodate the attendees.

“Even with the move of the tree lighting around the corner, the tradition will continue,” remarked First Selectman Dan Carter. “I am certain the Chamber of Commerce will make the most of the new location and create an amazing event.”

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“It’s been a long time coming,” according to Selectman Rich Straiton. “Moving the tree lighting to the Municipal Center has been a topic of conversation for many years and we are thankful for the collaboration of Hollandia Nurseries and New England Tree Movers, both Bethel businesses, for the donation of Bethel’s new Christmas tree.”

Hollandia Nurseries donated the tree and New England Tree Movers donated their services to move and plant the tree. “Hollandia has been proud to be a part of the Town of Bethel and the local community for 60 years,” said Eugene Reelick, the owner of Hollandia. “It is great to plant trees in our community that we can watch grow and gather around to celebrate special times.”

This year Winterfest will take place on November 24, 2023 along Greenwood Ave. in Bethel from 2 pm to 7 pm. The event features horse-drawn carriage rides from 2 pm to 4:30 pm, music, shopping along Greenwood Ave, and great food from Bethel’s many restaurants. Many local groups participate, so expect soup, hot cocoa stations and much more. The tree lighting will take place in front of Town Hall at 5:30 pm followed by Santa’s arrival.

The tree on PT Barnum Square will also be decorated and the various religious and public displays will remain on PT Barnum Square.

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