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 Hopkinton 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 Hopkinton, MA 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 CAN'T SAY ENOUGH GREAT THINGS ABOUT ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES! BEFORE REACHING OUT TO ALWAYS BEST CARE, I HAD NOT SLEPT IN MONTHS. TAKING CARE OF MY DADS EVERY NEED NIGHT AND DAY WAS EXHAUSTING TO SAY THE LEAST. RON WAS QUICK IN GETTING BACK TO ME. WHEN I COULD NOT GET ANYWHERE WITH THE VA, RON SOMEHOW MANAGED TO GET THINGS DONE. SO KIND ATTENTIVE AND PATIENT. DEFINATELY WENT THE EXTRA MILE TO SUPPLY MY DAD WITH THE GREATEST CAREGIVER WHEN HE NEEDED IT MOST. A SPECIAL THANKS TO (KK) KWAME FOR MY DADS OVERNIGHT CARE. YOU WERE A LIFESAVER TO ME. MY DAD WAS A MAN'S MAN AND DID NOT ACCEPT HELP EASILY, BUT MY DAD TRUSTED YOU TO BE HIS GO TO WHEN NIGHTS WERE SO DIFFICULT. THANK YOU KINGSLEY AND PION FOR YOUR PROFFESIONALISM, GUIDANCE AND COMPASSION. YOU PROVIDED FOR ME AND MY DAD DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. A SIMPLE THANK YOU WILL NEVER COVER IT!”
“I am a past client of this provider We worked with Always Best Care to provide 24-hour care for our parents who needed additional help to stay in their home. The care workers were helpful, caring, and provided the support and peace of mind needed. In addition to the care workers, office staff were regularly reachable and patient with multiple questions! Although it was a short term placement, about 3 months, I'd recommend and would use them again if the need arises.”
“I can’t say enough great things about Always Best Care Senior Services! We used them to help move my aunt from Boston to Phoenix, and I literally couldn’t have done it without them. From my first interaction with Ron to set things up to Kingsley helping (that word doesn’t begin to describe his patience and calmness) to the most amazing caregiver I’ve ever encountered, Sarah, they handled her every need while also ensuring me it would all be okay. Another passenger on the plane even commented how amazing Sarah was with my aunt! They were truly Heaven sent, and I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone for any health care they provide!”
“I am a current client of this provider I can’t say enough great things about Always Best Care Senior Services! We used them to help move my aunt from Boston to Phoenix, and I literally couldn’t have done it without them. From my first interaction with Ron to set things up to Kingsley helping (that word doesn’t begin to describe his patience and calmness) to the most amazing caregiver I’ve ever encountered, Sarah, they handled her every need while also ensuring me it would all be okay. Another passenger on the plane even commented how amazing Sarah was with my aunt! They were truly amazing, and I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone for any health care they provide!”
“Always Best Care was very knowledgeable and compassionate to my families needs. With their assistance and guidance we were able to provide my family with much needed home and respite care. They were also able to work with my family to find ways to defray the costs. The home health aids are wonderful. They provide a high level of professional service as well as companionship for my family.”
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“My mom is 93 and had COVID-19, requiring hospitalization for shortness of breath and treatment with oxygen. I would have cared for my mom, but I got sick. I contacted ABCSS twelve hours before I started caring for my mom. My mom had some brain fog and some fluid balance issues. They responded that they could provide my mom with 11 hours of care a day, starting the day I was to be there. The next morning, an aide came with a supervisor to see my Mom. My goals for that day were small: to coax my mother to see the hairdresser, wash her hair, and ensure she took her medications. The aide was able to do that, to give my mom medication that was set out, to encourage her to drink and to walk in the halls. The following day, the aide encouraged her to shower and get dressed. My mom left her apartment to go to the dining room and eat with her friends. My mom might have required another hospitalization without the aide coaxing her to eat and drink reliably. Having an aide helped my mom regain some of her independence despite her brain fog and helped reinstitute the daily schedule that my mom had before her hospitalization. I had initially been contracted for 8 days, but with my mother's progress, I could terminate one-to-one care in just 6 days! I helped by setting daily goals, but the aide coaxed my mother toward health. I highly recommend this agency. I thank Georgianna for her care of my mother.”
“My mom is 93 and had COVID-19, requiring hospitalization for shortness of breath and treatment with oxygen. I would have cared for my mom, but I got sick. I contacted ABCSS twelve hours before I started caring for my mom. My mom had some brain fog and some fluid balance issues. They responded that they could provide my mom with 11 hours of care a day, starting the day I was to be there. The next morning, an aide came with a supervisor to see my Mom. My goals for that day were small: to coax my mother to see the hairdresser, wash her hair, and ensure she took her medications. The aide was able to do that, to give my mom medication that was set out, to encourage her to drink and to walk in the halls. The following day, the aide encouraged her to shower and get dressed. My mom left her apartment to go to the dining room and eat with her friends. My mom might have required another hospitalization without the aide coaxing her to eat and drink reliably. Having an aide helped my mom regain some of her independence despite her brain fog and helped reinstitute the daily schedule that my mom had before her hospitalization. I had initially been contracted for 8 days, but with my mother's progress, I could terminate one-to-one care in just 6 days! I helped by setting daily goals, but the aide coaxed my mother toward health. I highly recommend this agency. I thank Georgianna for her care of my mother.”
“I am a past client of this provider My mom is 93 and had COVID-19, requiring hospitalization for shortness of breath and treatment with oxygen. I would have cared for my mom, but I got sick. I contacted ABCSS twelve hours before I started caring for my mom. My mom had some brain fog and some fluid balance issues. They responded that they could provide my mom with 11 hours of care a day, starting the day I was to be there. The next morning, an aide came with a supervisor to see my Mom. My goals for that day were small: to coax my mother to see the hairdresser, wash her hair, and ensure she took her medications. The aide was able to do that, to give my mom medication that was set out, to encourage her to drink and to walk in the halls. The following day, the aide encouraged her to shower and get dressed. My mom left her apartment to go to the dining room and eat with her friends. My mom might have required another hospitalization without the aide coaxing her to eat and drink reliably. Having an aide helped my mom regain some of her independence despite her brain fog and helped reinstitute the daily schedule that my mom had before her hospitalization. I had initially been contracted for 8 days, but with my mother's progress, I could terminate one-to-one care in just 6 days! I helped by setting daily goals, but the aide coaxed my mother toward health. I highly recommend this agency. I thank Georgianna for her care of my mother.”
“My mom is 93 and had COVID-19, requiring hospitalization for shortness of breath and treatment with oxygen. I would have cared for my mom, but I got sick. I contacted ABCSS twelve hours before I started caring for my mom. My mom had some brain fog and some fluid balance issues. They responded that they could provide my mom with 11 hours of care a day, starting the day I was to be there. The next morning, an aide came with a supervisor to see my Mom. My goals for that day were small: to coax my mother to see the hairdresser, wash her hair, and ensure she took her medications. The aide was able to do that, to give my mom medication that was set out, to encourage her to drink and to walk in the halls. The following day, the aide encouraged her to shower and get dressed. My mom left her apartment to go to the dining room and eat with her friends. My mom might have required another hospitalization without the aide coaxing her to eat and drink reliably. Having an aide helped my mom regain some of her independence despite her brain fog and helped reinstitute the daily schedule that my mom had before her hospitalization. I had initially been contracted for 8 days, but with my mother's progress, I could terminate one-to-one care in just 6 days! I helped by setting daily goals, but the aide coaxed my mother toward health. I highly recommend this agency. I thank Georgianna for her care of my mother.”
“I would like to thank you for your professional care and handling of my Mom’s extended home care. When I called you for assistance with Thelma’s home care needs you were such a good listener and I could feel your warmth and good spirit over the phone”
“Kingsley, first may I say what a wonderful person Aggie has been during this week helping my wife on her return from Knollwood. She is most attentive, helpful and pleasant. It is hard to find a nicer person to have sharing ones home. We are very pleased you chose her to be with us.”
“I would like to take sometime to commend our caregiver Holly for the wonderful job she is doing with my dad by providing in home care. She is caring, engaging , and provides professional services and the best companionship for my Dad !! Great job to Always Best Care !!!!”
“I am a past client of this provider Our 85 year old mother needed overnight care following repeated hospitalizations over a 9 month period and ensuing hospice care. We called Kingsley, the Director, who was kind, gracious, professional, and knowledgeable. Flexible scheduling was also a priority and we always received immediate attention. The Director even brought over the PCAs personally to introduce them and would visit to ensure our mother’s needs were being met.The office staff and PCAs were kind and professional. Overall would highly recommend this agency.”
“Their professionalism and response to questions and concerns. They were the only agency that said they could help us for the care of my husband. The care takers are responsible, and really care for the person and caretaker. Their secretary is very professional and helpful and always gets back to me. Kingsley is fantastic, professional, caring, and goes over an beyond his call of his profession. We are very thankful for Always Best Care and I have recommended them to friends and rehab centers.”
“I am a current client of this provider Always Best Care of Greater Worcester is wonderful. The person who answers the telephone (her name is Donna), and she's older like we are. She has a clue about what we're talking about when we're asking for help and why, so it becomes a very personal conversation. I was introduced to the director. He is an RN, plus a few other things. When he comes in to do the assessment for what you need, he works really hard at putting together the right caregiver with the person asking. He was just absolutely lovely. We needed somebody who could drive to do errands, and then I needed help with the laundry and occasional meals. The caregiver picks up and tidies around. She does bathing for my husband, who is almost bedbound. She does other simple health-related things for him. For me, she helps with my bathing because I have a bad back and bad knees. She's nice, and she's sweet. She can be a little tough when she needs to be, which is what we wanted. Not to be abusive, but just someone with a firm hand. When you don't feel well, you tend to act like a 7-year-old; it doesn't matter how old you are. She is just lovely. We couldn't ask for anything better.”
“It's a great company to work there. I have learned a lot from this company. I was not left on my own when I started working, everyone is friendly and pleasant.”
“Staff was very professional during consultation.”
“The Schedulers are very professional and respectful. they work with the caregivers very well and find them the right cases. The pay is also very great”
“Always Best Care is a great place to work where they really care about their clients and employees! Absolutely would recommend to anyone looking for care for themselves or a loved one, or a new job!”
“Your loved ones will be in great care with Always Best Care of Worcester.”
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 Hopkinton State 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 Carbone's Restaurant or visit Survey marker, 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 Hopkinton, MA, 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 Hopkinton, MA 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 Hopkinton, MA 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.
A new restaurant with new owners will take the place of Hillers Pizza, according to the landlord.Hillers Pizza closed permanently on Monday, with a sign on its door noting that a business called “Crust & Co. Pizza & More” is set to take over the space at 77 West Main Street.According to landlord Paul Mastroianni, an agreement was reached with the Sismanis family, who owned Hillers Pizza, to let them out of their lease. The new restaurant will have “completely new ownership.”Mastroianni sai...
A new restaurant with new owners will take the place of Hillers Pizza, according to the landlord.
Hillers Pizza closed permanently on Monday, with a sign on its door noting that a business called “Crust & Co. Pizza & More” is set to take over the space at 77 West Main Street.
According to landlord Paul Mastroianni, an agreement was reached with the Sismanis family, who owned Hillers Pizza, to let them out of their lease. The new restaurant will have “completely new ownership.”
Mastroianni said the new owners are filing the paperwork for the new restaurant this week. “Hopefully they get approved next week,” he said. “They’re going to go in front of the town and hopefully run a great restaurant.”
While he said he was not at liberty to divulge their identities, Mastroianni expressed confidence in the new ownership. “They’ve been involved with opening 50 restaurants,” he said.
As a result of the change in ownership, the Select Board on Tuesday cancelled Thursday’s public hearing on Hillers Pizza’s victualer’s license.
“Hillers Pizza has withdrawn the license transfer request and has canceled the current license, meaning that Hillers Pizza is no longer licensed as a common victualler in town,” the cancellation notice states.
The meeting was set so the board could consider its options on revoking or suspending the license, or forcing a transfer to the former owner’s wife, who had taken on ownership of the establishment. Grounds for revocation or suspension stemmed from the conviction of former owner Petros “Peter” Sismanis on charges of indecent assault and battery on a person over 14 years of age and two counts of witness intimidation.
Under Massachusetts General Law, the Select Board is within its rights to pull a license if a licensee “at any time conducts his licensed business in an improper manner.”
The closure of Hillers Pizza marks the end of a contentious few months since Sismanis’ conviction in June. Protestors picketed the business calling for a boycott, and a coalition of residents petitioned the Select Board to revoke the license.
“This isn’t about a single business,” Beth Malloy, a representative of that coalition, stated at an Aug. 5 Select Board meeting. “It’s about halting a proven predator, holding his apparent enablers accountable, correcting years of dangerous inaction and ensuring that Hopkinton does not become a safe haven for those who harm our most vulnerable.”
Hillers Pizza, which has been shrouded in controversy since June, when owner Peter Sismanis was convicted of indecent assault and battery for hugging and kissing a 16-year-old female employee in the restaurant’s basement and sentenced to prison, apparently has closed for good.According to a sign on the West Main Street restaurant’s door, Hillers Pizza is “permanently” closed effective Sept. 1. “Those that continued to support our family…thank you” it reads. A sign below indicates “Crust...
Hillers Pizza, which has been shrouded in controversy since June, when owner Peter Sismanis was convicted of indecent assault and battery for hugging and kissing a 16-year-old female employee in the restaurant’s basement and sentenced to prison, apparently has closed for good.
According to a sign on the West Main Street restaurant’s door, Hillers Pizza is “permanently” closed effective Sept. 1. “Those that continued to support our family…thank you” it reads. A sign below indicates “Crust & Co. Pizza & More” is coming soon.
The Select Board had set a public hearing for this Thursday to consider its options regarding the common victualer’s license for the restaurant. The hearing on Hillers Pizza’s license is a response to calls from some residents to pull the license. During the public comment period of the Aug. 5 Select Board meeting, residents advocated for immediate action to correct “years of dangerous inaction.” There also have been protests outside the restaurant.
During the Aug. 5 meeting’s public comment period, several people spoke about Sismanis’ history of improper conduct. In September 1997, Sismanis was charged with two counts of rape and three counts of indecent assault and battery on a person over 14 years of age arising from an incident at another business in Hopkinton. He initially pled not guilty to all charges. He later changed his plea to guilty on two of the indecent assault charges.
Also at the Aug. 5 meeting, attorney Benito Zappia spoke on behalf of the Sismanis family and noted that the business was “in the process” of transferring the license to Sismanis’ wife, Eleni.
What’s not yet clear is who the owners of the new restaurant are, or if Eleni Sismanis would have some role in the new establishment.
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day.
Novice and seasoned artists alike will have a chance to learn from masters of American impressionism at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts later this month.
The HCA will host painters T.M. Nicholas and Leo Mancini-Hresko for a master class in impressionism on Sept. 13. The event is open to artists of all levels and will include live painting demonstrations and discussions. Lunch will be provided.
“It’s a demonstration,” explained Marion Buricatu, art teacher and visual arts department manager at HCA. “We are watching, we are listening and we are asking questions.”
According to an informational page about the class, Nicholas is “widely regarded as one of the leading painters of the Cape Ann school and among the most accomplished American Impressionists of his generation.” Likewise, Mancini-Hresko — a graduate of the Florence Academy of Art — is internationally recognized, with art hanging in galleries across the globe.
Buricatu said the class will be both an opportunity to learn from masters of their craft but also a chance to connect with regional history. She stated that areas like Cape Ann and Rockport were where impressionism began to blossom in the United States at the end of the 19th century.
“Massachusetts is really one of the biggest centers of [American] impressionism when it comes to art history,” Buricatu said.
Added Buricatu: “The landscape of New England presents itself very well for a modern version of impressionism.”
The HCA is able to bring Nicholas and Mancini-Hresko to Hopkinton thanks to Buricatu’s work. A painter herself, she said she made connections with the two artists as she was working on her own art practice. She credited them both for their skill as teachers and encouraged those interested to come prepared to learn.
“Take your notebook and be ready to take lots of notes,” said Buricatu.
— NICK SCHOFIELD
Signs posted on the door of Hillers Pizza indicate the restaurant was closed permanently as of Monday, with another restaurant set to take its place.
The Hopkinton Historical Society is offering a six-week course this fall that will explore the history of Hopkinton from before colonization up to the 20th century.
The latest Library Corner features information on the latest scheduling updates, a program on effective communication and a storytellers program for preschoolers.
This week’s Real Estate Transactions list shows five sales, all of which were over $1 million.
Town meetings tonight include the Conservation Commission (7).
A sign is up on Main Street for Boston Eyes in Hopkinton, which is planning on a mid-September opening.
Hopkinton resident and School Committee member Chris Masters and his brother, Peter, for years have been trying to bring to life their vision of creating an elite, multi-sport private sports academy. The dream is becoming a reality after the brothers announced that Masters Academy International soon will break ground on an 82-acre campus in Stow.“It has been an incredibly long and windy road the last eight years,” Chris Masters said. “I am a believer in, ‘Everything happens for a reason.’ While we came cl...
Hopkinton resident and School Committee member Chris Masters and his brother, Peter, for years have been trying to bring to life their vision of creating an elite, multi-sport private sports academy. The dream is becoming a reality after the brothers announced that Masters Academy International soon will break ground on an 82-acre campus in Stow.
“It has been an incredibly long and windy road the last eight years,” Chris Masters said. “I am a believer in, ‘Everything happens for a reason.’ While we came close two other times, I am glad those fell through.”
Masters Academy International (MAI) is partnering with Cognita, a private equity-backed company that Masters calls the “worldwide leader in the private school space.” The price tag for the new school — to be built on the site of the former Bose headquarters — is nearly $84 million. The school calls its sports “majors,” and will offer ice hockey, basketball, baseball, soccer, lacrosse, figure skating, golf, fencing and esports.
Masters said days will be split between five hours of classroom time and four hours of training in a student’s “major.” The key, he said, will be making sure both the athletic and academic opportunities are top notch.
“In the town of Hopkinton, it’s one of the highest-ranking school systems in Massachusetts, and Massachusetts ranks among the best in the country,” Masters said. “So we recognized early on — and it’s part of the grand vision that my brother and I had — we don’t just want a narrow hockey academy where kids are potentially just taking online classes and school might be in a rink or an office building.”
MAI will focus on bringing in a top-level head of school and talented teachers.
“Our vision is a brick and mortar school with multiple sports offered,” Masters said.
MAI plans to enroll about 300 students when it opens in the fall of 2026. Masters said the school will have the ability to enroll 600 to 700 students, a mark he hopes to hit within the first five years, and could have as many as 200 boarders and an international student population.
“We will be aggressive in requiring and getting kids on visits to the campus,” he said. “As we start to roll out our staff, one of the key differentiators is going to be our curriculum and really a unique delivery of the academic component.”
Masters noted that Boston is home to both some of the world’s most prestigious colleges and universities as well as many well-regarded prep schools.
“We can’t have a mediocre or inferior academic curriculum,” he said.
The Masters brothers are co-owners of the Junior Bruins youth hockey program, and they are looking to make MAI a northern version of the famed IMG Academy in Florida.
“IMG is kind of the industry leader,” Masters acknowledged. “But parents will see that what we are able to offer is not something offered right now in New England.”
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day.Boundless Bakery to offer vegan baked goods with new locationBoundless Bakery hopes to open its new location at 71 West Main Street late this fall. The 100% vegan bakery uses plant-based ingredients free of animal byproducts. While an opening date has not been set, owner Mike Glatfelter said significant progress has been made on...
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day.
Boundless Bakery hopes to open its new location at 71 West Main Street late this fall. The 100% vegan bakery uses plant-based ingredients free of animal byproducts. While an opening date has not been set, owner Mike Glatfelter said significant progress has been made on the space.
“We’re pretty far along,” said Glatfelter. “We’re doing some finishing touches and getting equipment delivered over.”
Boundless currently operates out of a 225-square-foot kitchen in Walpole. Glatfelter explained that the bakery’s new Hopkinton location offers more space and allows the business the opportunity to expand its offerings. Those expanded offerings will help Boundless maintain both wholesale and retail operations.
Glatfelter informed the Independent that he hoped for an opening date sometime in November, but he would not have more information until September. The bakery has been closed since May due to a family emergency.
As for why the bakery settled on Hopkinton as its next location, Glatfelter said that it was a matter of the right connections. His family is from town, and he lived on West Main Street until he was 3 years old.
“My father actually knows the original owners of that building,” Glatfelter said. He also said the business’s growth since its founding in 2022 provided ample opportunity to move into a new space.
Once open, the bakery will operate its retail business 2-3 days a week. It will offer items like muffins, whoopie pies, fruit bars and cookies, with plans to introduce items like cakes, cupcakes and pies as the bakery ramps up production.
Glatfelter is optimistic Boundless will open just before the holidays. “It depends on what happens in early September,” he said. “There’s more info to come.”
The Conservation Commission on Tuesday agreed to continue a hearing regarding proposed commercial construction on Lumber Street due to a pending stormwater review for the project.
The latest Schools Notebook highlights the achievements of local collegians and scholarship awards.
This week’s Baypath Adoptable Animal is 1-year-old Samuel, a smart and energetic dog who loves to be social and is “always up for a game or adventure.”
A walker steps through Lane 5 on the track behind Hopkinton High School.
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day.Air quality issues could pose risk to some residents, says Health DepartmentThe town advised residents on Tuesday to be aware of reduced air quality as wildfires in Canada continue to send smoke over the region.A Facebook post from the town noted that wildfire smoke is impacting the town, despite positive air quality fore...
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day.
The town advised residents on Tuesday to be aware of reduced air quality as wildfires in Canada continue to send smoke over the region.
A Facebook post from the town noted that wildfire smoke is impacting the town, despite positive air quality forecasts. “The current air quality is unhealthy and some individuals with respiratory disease or conditions may experience health effects within 24 hours of exposure,” the post stated.
“We have unhealthy air at the moment,” added Shaun McAuliffe, the town’s Health Director.
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection issued a statewide air quality advisory on Monday, warning that air quality was expected to be “unhealthy” for certain groups. This includes individuals with respiratory disease, lung or heart disease and older adults, among others.
Wildfire smoke is expected to linger in New England, though concentrations will be higher in western Massachusetts, according to a report from CBS News.
In the meantime, the Health Department is using recently installed air quality monitors placed across town to keep an eye on conditions and provide updates to residents as necessary. McAuliffe noted that the platform PurpleAir, which captures real-time data from connected sensors all around the world, shows an air quality index of up to 150 micrograms per meter.
“Hopkinton normally ranges between 20-30,” McAuliffe said.
He went on to explain that the monitors across town detect particles that are 2.5 microns or less in size. “At that size, particles can be inhaled into the lungs and pose a health risk … especially to those that are sensitive to air irritants,” he said.
McAuliffe advised that residents with sensitivities to reduced air quality or those engaging in rigorous exercise should consider limiting their outdoor exposure until conditions improve. He also said he is looking into what recommendations the Massachusetts Department of Public Health has regarding camps and training programs for high school athletic teams.
The Health Department is able to provide quicker guidance on air quality issues thanks to the new sensors across town. Obtained through a grant from MassDEP, the sensors are meant to help both educate the public and provide actionable data to local and state authorities.
McAuliffe recommended residents visit the PurpleAir site for themselves to get the most up-to-date information on Hopkinton’s air conditions.
After hearing updated plans and testimony regarding environmental considerations, the Planning Board on Monday continued a hearing regarding a commercial parking lot on West Main Street.
This week’s Senior Snippets features information on a sound bath program, a crafting group and an ice cream social.
The latest Professional Insights from Kim Foemmel of Foemmel Fine Homes reviews the specifics of home inspections and their importance in the home buying process.
Performances of Enter Stage Left Theater’s production of “Footloose The Musical” are set for Friday and Saturday at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts.
Clouds form over the Legacy Farms North development on a recent evening.
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