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 Old Town Hall 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 Greenwich, 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’ve booked back-up care for my two young children multiple times with ABC, and will continue to reach out to them first any time I have care needs. Not only was my caregiver great, but the service and care I got from Alan was above and beyond. He is so responsive, invested and attentive - feel like I’m working with a friend/family. They really care about their care recipients and make you feel like a VIP. The caregiver we were assigned was not only sweet and warm, but she wouldn’t sit still and made sure she was always doing something helpful. Couldn’t be happier with the company or caregiver, and will work with them anytime the need arises.”
“I booked Always Best Care through my Company's "Back Up Care" benefit. My Company's "Back Up Care" can be a little tricky to use and sometimes difficult to get the care properly confirmed. I reached out to Alan the day before my booking and he did a tremendous job at making sure that I had appropriate care for my 5 month old and that I wouldn't have to stress. Our actual caregiver, Chyna was great. She arrived on time, was knowledgable, respectful, and friendly. We had no worries leaving our 5 month old in her care. I'd book with Always Best Care again.”
“Alan is always there for us at all times with amazing care givers. He manages changes and last minute needs as though our family member is his family. He is also there in person to make sure everything is going smoothly.”
“Alan’s responsiveness in arranging home care far exceeded expectations. The home health aide is amazing as well. Thank you ABC for providing exceptional service!!”
“We had a lovely experience with Celenis! The company quickly swooped in to support us with childcare and she went above and beyond caring for our son permitting us to focus at work!”
“In what was a tremendously difficult last few years caring for my mom with dementia, we burned through multiple agencies and aides. Only at the end did we find unmatched compassion and competence with Alan and his team of aides at Always Best Care. A lot of times the whole experience felt overwhelming, disjointed and end of life care system just plain broken. They were the one shining bright spot. Our family would recommend them in the highest order.”
“This is a 5 star company. Their name is perfect. Always Best Care. The care givers for my mom in her final months were gracious, considerate, compassionate and professional. I spoke with Alan many times telling him how thankful i was to have him and the outstanding service his company provided to my mother. My highest recommendation to Alan and his staff at Always Best Care.”
“I highly recommend Always Best Care. We needed someone to help mom get back on her feet again after hip surgery and to be her companion for three weeks during Covid quarantine as she moved from rehab center back to her senior living apartment. All services were provided with the highest level of kindness, compassion and dignity and we are truly grateful for the help.”
“Amy Crowley at ABC Senior Services did a terrific job helping me find a suitable assisted living place for my Mom. She presented an array of good choices, gave me some very good advice about things to look for when I checked them out, responded quickly and completely to every question I had, and did all of this in the hurry done urgent circumstances required. No hard sell, just good knowledgeable work.”
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“Please welcome the newest Connecticut office of Always Best Care to Norwalk and Lower Fairfield County. If you know a loved one in need of care, please visit our website or call us anytime for a free no-obligation expert consultation.”
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Cos Cob 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 Polpo Restaurant & Saloon or visit Fourth Ward Historic District, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Greenwich, 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 Greenwich, 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 Greenwich, 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.
The brand is looking to expand further into Connecticut and Fairfield County. There are already locations opened in Orange and Norwalk.Richard Kaufman, Patch StaffGREENWICH, CT — Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, a wellness franchise with over 650 locations across 38 states and Canada, is eyeing the Greenwich/Stamford area for expansion....
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
GREENWICH, CT — Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, a wellness franchise with over 650 locations across 38 states and Canada, is eyeing the Greenwich/Stamford area for expansion.
Founded in New Jersey in 2004 by John Marco, a physical therapist looking to make high-quality wellness services accessible to more people, Hand & Stone offers a variety of customized massage, facial, and skincare services. Top-of-the-line retail skincare products, such as Dermalogica, IMAGE Skincare, and ClarityRx Clinical Skin Care, can also be purchased.
The business is membership-based and features a rewards program and discounts, but a membership isn't required to take advantage of services.
Specific locations for expansion in the area have not been identified yet, according to Jennifer Durham, head of development for Hand & Stone. There are two other CT locations currently open in Orange and Norwalk.
"We know that in the region there is really an amazing awareness for wellness. We really think that the consumer is very much a Hand & Stone consumer, so that's why we're really being proactive about targeting the Greenwich and Stamford markets specifically and looking for the right franchise owners," Durham told Patch this week.
Hand & Stone spas are typically 2,400-2,800 square feet with around eight to 10 treatment rooms, and they're usually opened in "convenient and accessible locations," Durham said, citing a grocery store anchor plaza or big box retailer area as examples.
"When we look at our customers, they're really focused on health and well-being, so our brand is really focused on routine and incorporating these services as part of your wellness routine," Durham said.
Potential franchise owners should be hands-on owner-operators who run the spa day-to-day, or engaged leaders who work on the business, not in it, with the help of spa managers they've hired.
Durham noted that revenue for Hand & Stone locations on an average basis is about 40 percent more than competitors in the same category. The business is different from its competitors in that it offers a facial component, Durham said, and the services menu is more extensive.
"We do on average about $1.4 million per location, so franchise owners should expect that that would be their performance, if not better," Durham said. From an investment standpoint, the initial investment, without any working capital, is about $500,000, Durham added.
"It's really a lucrative opportunity because you can really drive a good return on investment over the term of your franchise."
A new location opens up usually 10 to 12 months after a franchise owner signs an agreement, according to Durham.
"It really depends on the availability of real estate or if there is something immediately available. If there is a new development, it can take a little. bit longer," she said.
In 2024, the brand secured 28 franchise agreements with new and existing franchisees, and opened 26 units while converting 30 more existing spas into Hand & Stone locations.
In 2025, 40 to 50 new locations are expected to open, Durham said.
For more information on Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, visit their website.
The NCAA's signing period for football players for the Class of 2025 is underway. Below is an evolving list of Connecticut natives and state prep school football players in the Class of 2025 who have committed or have already signed. Prep school players from Connecticut have their hometowns noted in parentheses.It will constantly be updated beyond both National Signing days, into the summer as mo...
The NCAA's signing period for football players for the Class of 2025 is underway.
Below is an evolving list of Connecticut natives and state prep school football players in the Class of 2025 who have committed or have already signed. Prep school players from Connecticut have their hometowns noted in parentheses.
It will constantly be updated beyond both National Signing days, into the summer as more and more players make their decisions. Not all players sign letters of intent, including Ivy League (Division I) programs and all Division III programs.
While we will attempt to get everybody listed, it isn't currently comprehensive. Players who have signed or schools who have a list of players who have signed should notify us at [email protected] to be included. You can also send your signing day photos for display on our gallery.
JACKSON DAVENPORT, OL, Darien — Buffalo
RYAN DEITELBAUM, ATH, Naugatuck — Sacred Heart
KADEAR DEMBELE, DL, West Haven — Wake Forrest
MASON FREY, LB, Fairfield Prep — Navy
BRADY GAMBEE, ATH, Watertown — Central Connecticut State
DYLAN GEDDES, OL, Darien — Marist
HASHIM JONES, RB, Capital Prep — Montana
JADEN LANGFORD, ATH, Windsor — Central Connecticut State
CASHMIRE LEWIS, WR, Windsor — Bowling Green
JOHN MANNING, ATH, Windsor — Central Connecticut State
JESUS MARTELL, WR, Maloney — Central Connecticut State
DAVID RIVERA, DL, Waterbury Career Academy — Central Connecticut State
KEVIN ROCHE, TE, Darien — Georgia Tech
DRAVYN ROBERTS, ATH, East Hartford — Central Connecticut State
PETER VOMVOLAKIS, OL, Greenwich — Navy
VLAD ACOSTA, OL, Hamden Hall (via New Britain) — Bryant
OWEN ALICIENE, OT. Avon Old Farms — Penn State
RAYSHON ANDREWS, CB, Avon Old Farms — Syracuse
MATTY AUGUSTINE, OL, Brunswick (via Greenwich) — Notre Dame
WILL BLACK, OL, Choate — Notre Dame
EZRA FEARON, CB, Choate (via New Haven) — Penn
TYLER GEORGS, LB, Brunswick — Holy Cross
WILL GRAVES, WR, Brunswick — Boston College
JORDAN GONZALEZ, LB, Choate — Harvard
BLAKE HEBERT, QB, Brunswick — Notre Dame
BRIAN HNAT, TE, Avon Old Farms — James Madison
QEANU JOHNSON, WR/DB, Hamden Hall (via New Haven) — Duke
DAVION KERR, WR/DE, St. Thomas More (via Bloomfield) — Syracuse
JACKSON KILBURG, QB, Kent — Colgate
ETHAN LONG, S, Brunswick (via Milford) — Notre Dame
TERIQ MALLORY, WR, Cheshire Academy (New Haven) — Florida State
NAEM MILLS, RB, Cheshire Academy (Hamden) — Sacred Heart
JAYLEN NOISETTE, ATH, Brunswick — Army
KONSTANTIN PASCHOS, Choate (Edge) — Princeton
EJ PEREZ, DL, Brunswick — Brown
JAYLEN PRAY, DL, Brunswick — Syracuse
DANTE RECKER, DL, Avon Old Farms — Maryland
NJITA SINKALA, CB, St. Thomas More — Boston College
MAX TEJLAUL, DB/WR, Brunswick — Boston College
JEREMIAH WASHINGTON, ATH, Choate — Richmond
ASHER WASSERMAN, LB, Hamden Hall (Hamden) — Duke
SAM BARSANTI, OL, Brunswick — Amherst
JAKE BUOUCHER, DL, Plainville — Franklin Pierce
JAKE BURROWS, OL/DL, Shelton — Western New England
DREW CAOUETTE, QB, Holy Cross — Western New England
JONAH CAPONERA, OL, Sheehan — Bentley
ARNEZ DOWE, DE, Brunswick — Washington & Lee
JACK GRANT, LB, Sheehan — New England
SEAN KELLY, LB/SS, Brunswick — Army (Sprint team)
HENRY JOHNSON, LB, Brunswick — Washington & Lee
CHRISTOPHER MOISE, OL/DL, Shelton — Southern Connecticut State
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The building had been used as a bank since it was built in 1967, and most recently, it was occupied by Bank of America.Richard Kaufman, Patch StaffGREENWICH, CT — A former longtime bank building in the Byram section of Greenwich could be converted to house jiu-jitsu classes, according to plans submitted to the Greenwich Planning & Zoning Department.JED Martial Arts LLC, a prospective lessee of the property...
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
GREENWICH, CT — A former longtime bank building in the Byram section of Greenwich could be converted to house jiu-jitsu classes, according to plans submitted to the Greenwich Planning & Zoning Department.
JED Martial Arts LLC, a prospective lessee of the property at 30 South Water St. in Byram, is looking to change the use of the building from office to group fitness for jiu-jitsu instruction, documents on file with the town say.
The now vacant building, owned by 30 South Water Street LLC, is 4,288 square feet and on a .35 acre parcel of land. It had been used as a bank since it was built in 1967, and most recently, it was occupied by Bank of America.
The proposed use would maintain the first floor as it is, with minor modifications to allow group classes with a maximum of 15 students and an instructor, submitted documents say. The lower level would be reconfigured for bathrooms and lockers.
An anticipated schedule for jiu-jitsu instruction would be as follows:
Monday to Friday
Saturday
The parking required for bank use is 22 spaces plus a handicap space, submitted documents note, but there are only 12 spaces and a handicap space at the site currently.
The existing parking "should be more than sufficient for the use," submitted plans say.
An addition of four parking spaces could be achieved by adding parallel spaces in what is now the "drive-past lane" on the southwestern side of the property, according to submitted plans. The Department of Public Works would have to review any additions.
Overall, the site would remain "largely unchanged," except for the replacement of plantings in planting beds "which are currently fairly sparse."
A pre-application is expected to be reviewed by the Planning & Zoning Commission in the coming weeks.
The pre-application process allows for a non-binding discussion with the commission about the pros and cons of a proposal before a substantial investment is made in developing plans, reports and studies.
This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.Greenwich|Local EventWed, Jan 29, 2025 at 3:00 PMBruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr, Greenwich, CT, 06830More info hereSparkle Rock – Children and their caregive...
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