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“We had an excellent experience with Always Best Care Senior Services in Austin. They provided in home care when my mom got out of the hospital and, in parallel, helped us find an assisted living facility. I was calling them from the hospital and we didn't know when my mom would be discharged or what kind of care she would need and Always Best Care was responsive, flexible and provided guidance when we needed it most. This was a stressful time and they gave us peace of mind while providing the best care for my mom. The caregivers were on time, thoughtful and kind. I'd recommend Always Best Care to anyone trying to navigate the complexities of eldercare.”

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“Kyle and his team are great.”

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“Highly recommend using Always Best Care for all your senior service needs! Super helpful and really takes care of patients to make them feel comfortable and safe!”

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“My siblings and I engaged Always Best Care to help care for our mother, initially when she was still able to do a significant amount on her own. Over time she declined and needed different levels of care. At each stage, Lori, Kyle, and each member of the ABC team listened to our needs, and was warm, caring, attentive, patient, punctual, and flexible in accommodating Mom‘s abilities, needs, and wants. Caregivers often went above and beyond, and the teams’ communication with my siblings and me was terrific – – especially helpful since none of us lived in the area. I feel fortunate to have been connected with Lori and Kyle, and I highly recommend the ABC team.”

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“Kyle and his team rock ,really good communicators. I would refer them to people who would need this service”

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“Always best care is ALWAYS the BEST care. No pun intended. Means a lot to know my loved ones are in good hands ????”

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“Always Best Care provided the perfect service we needed for our mom. Their caregivers were on time, professional, and did what mom/we asked of them and more. The owners, Lori & Kyle, listened to our needs and went above and beyond in their help and care. A few times when we had to take mom to the ER, Lori and/ or Kyle came to the house to be sure all of mom's needs were met. At the end of mom's life, their caregivers could not have been more attentive, kind, caring and professional. I would highly recommend ABC Care for your loved one.”

Ilene G.
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“Lori and Kyle were great to work with and are super people. They matched my husband up with very competent companions who were kind and dependable.”

Jerry M.
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“I work for this team and it's a wonderful team , great communication and support for our clients, their family members and our caring team of staff .”

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“Ken and Bonnie are wonderful people to help care for your loved ones. their staff was so caring to my mother and so nice to my family I highly recommend them to take care of your loved ones. I think there ought to be more than just five stars to give them”

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“Ken and Bonnie were wonderful to work with. They were able to provide my mother with care and a very short notice. Their staff was some of the most caring people that I've ever met. Not only were they wonderful to my mother but also to my family. I would highly recommend using them.”

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“Owners Lori and Kyle are genuine, salt-of-the-earth folks who are super-dedicated to their clients. I know I can trust them to make sure our Mom gets the care and help she needs. And caregiver Leah is so very kind -- she's the best!”

David W.
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“Lori & Kyle were very attentive and responded very quickly to our needs. They visited us in person to introduce the new aide, to make sure instructions were done smoothy. ABC came thru in a very critical time for us. Forever grateful for their compassion & thoughtfulness to our health needs.”

Bonnie B.
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“Always Best came to the rescue when my mother needed immediate caregiver services while in a skilled nursing facility and it continues to provide steady, reliable and helpful care now that she is at home. The owners are very kind and authentic and seem to really care about the people they are helping! My mother adores her caregiver. Would highly recommend.”

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“I had the pleasure of working with Lori Schrayer in a professional setting where she was in a leadership role. I worked with her and her team on multiple projects as a liaison to the County Manager or head of the municipal organization. Lori is consistent in her treatment of peers, communication style, and commitment to her staff. I would be fortunate to work with Lori in the future and would provide her business if given the opportunity as I know they’d be in great hands.”

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“Always Best Care of Austin, TX is the only place I trust to care for my elder loved ones. It's locally owned by a the kindest couple who treat every patient and employee like part of their family. Their caregivers are compassionate and give me a sense of comfort knowing my loved ones are in good hands when I cannot be with them.”

Sarah E.
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“I’ve known Lori for years and have high confidence in her ability to provide care. She’s caring, intelligent, dependable and friendly. She would be an excellent service provider!”

Chris S.
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“Lori and staff - What a sanity saver and great team. From day one we have felt that Mom’s well being is their first priority. We were extremely hesitant to turn over care to someone else. But those concerns vanished immediately— thanks to the team’s communication and compassion. It’s a great comfort knowing the entire staff are there for us and responsive to our need and requests.”

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How does In-home Senior Care in Cedar Park, TX work?

Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it's 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 ages, 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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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.

In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a unfamiliar assisted living community, 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:

Comfort
Comfort

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, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old. With the help of elderly care in Cedar Park, TX, 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.

Healthy Living
Healthy Living

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.

Independence
Independence

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 an assisted living community. 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.

Cost and Convenience
Cost and Convenience

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 to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, can be 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 in Cedar Park, TX 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 Plans

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:

Veteran's Benefits
Veteran's Benefits

Aid and Attendance benefits through military service can cover a portion of the costs associated with in-home care for veterans and their spouses.

Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance

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.

Private Insurance
Private Insurance

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.

Life Insurance
Life Insurance

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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During your Care Plan consultation with Always Best Care, your Care Coordinator will speak with you about in-home care costs and what options there may be to help meet your budget needs.

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 Cedar Park,TX 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.

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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 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:

An assessment of your senior loved one

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An in-depth discussion of the needs of your senior loved one to remain in their own home

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Reviewing a detailed Care Plan that will meet your senior loved one's needs

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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.

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.

Latest News in Cedar Park, TX

37-acre brush fire 100% contained in Cedar Park

The 37-acre brush fire that broke out off Parmer Lane on Aug. 8 has been fully contained as of Aug. 10, according to the city of Cedar Park.The specifics In the days following the fire, local emergency responders were continuing to work...

The 37-acre brush fire that broke out off Parmer Lane on Aug. 8 has been fully contained as of Aug. 10, according to the city of Cedar Park.

The specifics

In the days following the fire, local emergency responders were continuing to work toward completely containing the fire with assistance from Texas A&M Forest Services bulldozers, which were creating a containment line around the perimeter to prevent the fire from spreading, Cedar Park fire Chief James Mallinger said.

Residents will continue to see firefighters in the area over the next few days as they continue to monitor conditions, according to the city.

What happened

The fire broke out around 6 p.m. Aug. 8 out near the Bexley at Silverado apartment complex at 12820 W. Parmer Lane, Cedar Park and completely destroyed one 24-unit apartment building, city officials said. Two other buildings were partially damaged with two units experiencing fire damage in one building and 12 units in another.

Firefighters were able to protect Whitestone Landing Townhomes, located at 3240 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park, according to the city.

What you need to know

Shelter and services from the American Red Cross are available at Hill Country Bible Church, 12124 N. RM 620, Austin, for residents in need of assistance or by calling 800-733-2767. The Austin Disaster Relief Network will provide hygiene kits, Hope Family Thrift Store vouchers and additional supplies for evacuated residents, and is accepting clothing donations at 13801 Burnet Road, Ste. 200, Austin.

The city has collaborated with the Central Texas Community Foundation with a goal of raising $100,000 for residents impacted by the fire. Click here to donate to the Parmer Lane Fire Recovery Fund.

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Grace joined Community Impact in 2021 and is the editor for Cedar Park-Far Northwest Austin and North-Northwest Austin. She previously covered education, city government and business news for the Lake Travis-Westlake edition before becoming an editor in 2022. Grace graduated from The University of Texas in 2021 with bachelor's degrees in journalism and geography.

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Scheels to go big with anchor store in Texas development

Scheels is expanding its reach in the Lone Star state.The sporting goods retailer, known for its mega-sized stores filled with all sorts of fun attractions, will open a location in fall 2026 at CedarView in the Austin suburb of Cedar Park, Texas.Construction will start early next year on the 240,000-sq.-ft.-store, which will be Scheels' 35th location. The company currently has 32 stores with two others scheduled to open in 2024, in Meridian, Idaho and Tulsa, Okla. It recently opened a ...

Scheels is expanding its reach in the Lone Star state.

The sporting goods retailer, known for its mega-sized stores filled with all sorts of fun attractions, will open a location in fall 2026 at CedarView in the Austin suburb of Cedar Park, Texas.

Construction will start early next year on the 240,000-sq.-ft.-store, which will be Scheels' 35th location. The company currently has 32 stores with two others scheduled to open in 2024, in Meridian, Idaho and Tulsa, Okla. It recently opened a 250,000-sq.-ft. locationat Macerich’s Chandler Fashion Center, Chandler, Ariz.,

Scheels will serve as the second core anchor in the new CedarView development, along with Nebraska Furniture Mart, which plans to open a 1.2 million-sq.-ft. store and warehouse there (also in 2026). The large development, which is near the H-E-B Center, will also feature a convention center and hotel.

The Cedar Park Scheels will stock more than one million pieces of inventory throughout 75 in-store specialty shops. And similar to the retailer’s existing stores, it will feature plenty of family-friendly attractions, including a 65-foot Ferris Wheel, a 16,000-gallon saltwater aquarium with more than 600 fish, a wildlife mountain and Fuzziwig's Candy Shop.

Additional attractions will include interactive arcade games and sports simulators. An in-house resturant, Ginna's Cafe, will serve gourmet soups and sandwiches and more.

The new location will be Scheels' second store in Texas. It opened a location in 2020 in the north Dallas suburb of The Colony.

“The people of North Texas have welcomed Scheelswith open arms and we could not be more excited to bring another location to the state," said Steve M. Scheel, CEO, Scheels. "Our location in The Colony at Grandscape is another NFM development, and we could not pass up the opportunity to work alongside the NFM team again. We look forward to building upon our partnership and bringing another unmatched retail experience to the Austin community when we open our doors in Cedar Park."

"Scheels is a one-of-a-kind destination retail experience that showcases not only an incredible selection of the best brands, but also the best in customer service," said Nebraska Furniture Mart chief strategy and development officer Jeff Lind. "They truly offer a unique experience in the area of sporting goods and so much more. I'm so proud to welcome them to CedarView and look forward to them being neighbors of NFM."

Scheels traces its history back to 1902, when Frederick A. Scheel, a German immigrant, used the $300 he earned from his first harvest as the down payment on small hardware store in Sabin, Minn. Over the years, Scheels opened in surrounding communities and sports lines were added to the product mix.

Steve D. Scheel, the great grandson of Scheels founder, is the company's chairman, and great-great grandson Steve M. Scheel is is CEO. Todd Anderson serves as president and oversees daily operations of more than 11,000 associates.

Scheels currently as 32 stores in 14 states including North Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, Montana, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Nevada, Illinois, Utah, Kansas, Colorado, Texas and Arizona

Parmer Lane Fire scorches several properties in Cedar Park

CEDAR PARK, Texas — Neighbors in cedar park say when the Parmer Lane Fire began, it spread in minutes. Ash and embers were falling like rain.“You know, the big green trash cans that we use. They're literally melted into a puddle and they were right up next to the house,” said Rob Solis, who’s lived in Cedar Park for years.Rob Solis is being described by his neighbors as a hero. Instead of leaving, he ran from house to house turning on hose bibs and putting out the hot spots across his neighbors’ ya...

CEDAR PARK, Texas — Neighbors in cedar park say when the Parmer Lane Fire began, it spread in minutes. Ash and embers were falling like rain.

“You know, the big green trash cans that we use. They're literally melted into a puddle and they were right up next to the house,” said Rob Solis, who’s lived in Cedar Park for years.

Rob Solis is being described by his neighbors as a hero. Instead of leaving, he ran from house to house turning on hose bibs and putting out the hot spots across his neighbors’ yards.

“Apparently I'm on a number of security cameras, which is kind of funny,” said Rob.

The community support extending all across the neighborhood.

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“Some lady pulled up right here in a gold pickup truck and started helping me and I said do you live here in the neighborhood? And she says no, I work in Dos Salsas. And I was driving by and I figured maybe I could help. So she was here with me for a good hour,” said Rob,

“I mean, random citizens were coming by and helping out. It was it was pretty cool.”

Susie Wulf and her husband Ryan were alerted to the fire by an unlikely hero. They say an Amazon driver laid on their horn, first alerting them to the blaze. Their HOA president came by and knocked as well.

“My husband went outside and came back in,” said Susie, “we saw it, it looked like snow.”

The flames were spreading so quickly that the two left immediately with just what they had on them. They returned today to the charred remnants of their backyard.

“I’m getting all choked up but it’s scary. It was scary,” said Susie.

Just beyond their backyards, the nearby apartments were heavily damaged. The neighbors here, like Susie, Rob, and Ryan, credit the prompt arrival of fire fire fighters for them still having something to come home to.

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“I’m shocked that we still have a house,” said Ryan.

Cedar Park enacts stricter water conservation measures with Stage 3

CEDAR PARK, Texas - The City of Cedar Park has enacted stricter water conservation measures.Under Stage 3, starting on Aug. 14, Cedar Park water customers may only water outside one designated day per week. There will also be a temporary water conservation rate adjustment.The City says it will allow time for residents to adjust their automatic irrigation systems and reduce usage before they will begin...

CEDAR PARK, Texas - The City of Cedar Park has enacted stricter water conservation measures.

Under Stage 3, starting on Aug. 14, Cedar Park water customers may only water outside one designated day per week. There will also be a temporary water conservation rate adjustment.

The City says it will allow time for residents to adjust their automatic irrigation systems and reduce usage before they will begin enforcement of Stage 3 on Monday, Sept. 4.

When can I water my lawn and outdoor plants?

Residents will now be allowed to water outdoors on the following schedule:

All commercial addresses, including apartment complexes and HOA-owned property addresses will water in Tuesdays.

Customers may water before 10 a.m. and/or after 7 p.m. on their designated day. All customers with automatic irrigation systems should program their system according to the above schedule and times.

For more information, click here.

What is the temporary water conservation rate adjustment?

As part of Stage 3, the city is implementing a temporary water conservation rate adjustment.

The adjustment will be implemented in September and reflected in residents' utility bills starting in October.

The rate is meant to further encourage residents to reduce water usage as requested, and those who do should not see an overall increase in their monthly utility bill.

Customers can monitor their water use through the City’s Digital Metering Portal. The City of Cedar Park is encouraging residents to click here and sign up to see their usage in near-real-time, set thresholds and set alerts.

The temporary water conservation rate adjustment also helps maintain adequate funding for the water utility to ensure that the City is able to maintain operations and continue to deliver safe and high quality drinking water.

Why is Cedar Park in Stage 3?

The City of Cedar Park says Stage 3 was triggered by the low combined lake levels in Lake Travis and Lake Buchanan. Lake Travis, which is managed by the LCRA, is the city's sole water supply.

Per the city's drought contingency plan, the LCRA calls for the city to reduce its overall consumption by 10 to 20 percent once the combined storage levels of Lake Travis and Lake Buchanan reach 900,000-acre-feet.

Those levels have fallen below that threshold, says the city.

Cedar Park residents clean up damage after Thursday morning storms

Cedar Park residents clean up after stormsCedar Park residents had to work quickly this afternoon to patch their roofs and walls damaged by Thursday morning's storms, all in preparation for tonight's storms.CEDAR PARK, Texas - People who live in Cedar Park had to work quickly Thursday afternoon to patch their roofs and walls before the next storm blew in."We have been busy since it turned da...

Cedar Park residents clean up after storms

Cedar Park residents had to work quickly this afternoon to patch their roofs and walls damaged by Thursday morning's storms, all in preparation for tonight's storms.

CEDAR PARK, Texas - People who live in Cedar Park had to work quickly Thursday afternoon to patch their roofs and walls before the next storm blew in.

"We have been busy since it turned daylight right after the storm hit," said Chris Dunn, a roof specialist for Kingfisher Roofing. "I've just been going around, knocking on doors in this neighborhood and another neighborhood close to here, trying to help homeowners. A lot of wind damage, a lot of shingles are missing, so we're trying to get those roofs tarped before the rain comes in."

Roofers scattered across the neighborhood, including Brenden Reaux, who's even dealing with his own storm damage.

"It just seemed like quite the crazy storm," said Reaux, who lives in the neighborhood and works for The Roofing Clinic. "It blew down this fence. It sent a shipping container flying from the construction site clear across Bagdad Road. Looked like it went tumbling, you know, full-semi tractor trailer and, yeah, it was a pretty intense storm."

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Winds knocked down part of his fence and damaged neighborhood trees.

"Within like one minute of that hail intensifying, it just got insane wind speed," said Reaux. "I mean, it must have been 200 miles an hour."

Not far away, those winds created a startling wake up call for Nancy Maldonado and her family.

"I heard a bunch of like hail," said Maldonado. "It sounded like hail and a lot of wind, and then there was a point where there was lightning."

That’s when she said she felt the house shake and the power turned off.

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Austin weather: Level 1 risk of severe storms

Keep your umbrella handy. There's going to be rain and storms on and off Thursday. Zack Shields takes a look at the radar in his full forecast.

"When we were checking the area just to see like if anything happened, I noticed the huge wall in our kitchen, so I don't know when it happened, if it happened around 3 or 4, but it was pretty like wild. I didn't expect that to happen."

A tree punctured through her kitchen wall.

She said the hole was patched up shortly after, just in time for the next storm, which rolled in a few hours later.

"I'm just glad that everyone's safe and it didn't cause like extreme, extreme damage," said Maldonado.

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