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 The Mason Homestead 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 Leander, TX 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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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 Southwest Williamson County Regional 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 Soto or visit Oldest tree in Leander, TX, 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 Leander, 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.
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 Leander, 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.
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 Leander, TX 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.
Lone Wolf Exteriors recently announced it is expanding its services in the Leander, TX area. Known for their dedication to quality, they now offer a broader range of siding and window options for local residents. This move aims to respond to the growing need for home improvement services, focusing on energy efficiency and boosting curb appeal.As one of the top window and siding replacement companies Leander TX, Lone Wolf Exteriors prides itself on delivering excellent craftsmanship. They offer window replacement options in collaborati...
Lone Wolf Exteriors recently announced it is expanding its services in the Leander, TX area. Known for their dedication to quality, they now offer a broader range of siding and window options for local residents. This move aims to respond to the growing need for home improvement services, focusing on energy efficiency and boosting curb appeal.
As one of the top window and siding replacement companies Leander TX, Lone Wolf Exteriors prides itself on delivering excellent craftsmanship. They offer window replacement options in collaboration with leading industry names like Mezzo. These custom-shaped, double-hung, bay, and bow windows are crafted in America and come with a limited lifetime warranty. Meanwhile, they provide affordable siding replacement Leander TX options with high-quality products from names like Prodigy, which are energy-efficient, maintenance-free, and durable.
This expansion shows the company’s ongoing commitment to providing solutions tailored to the unique needs of homeowners in the region. “We are excited to broaden our offerings in Leander,” said a spokesperson for Lone Wolf Exteriors. “Our team understands the evolving needs of our community, and we’re here to support them with high-quality siding and window installations. We believe every homeowner should have access to exceptional services that enhance their living space.”
Lone Wolf Exteriors has a strong reputation for consistently providing reliable and effective home improvement solutions. They have introduced new window options to serve those looking for the Leander TX best home window replacement. By using quality materials and employing expert installers, Lone Wolf Exteriors ensures each project is handled with care and attention to detail.
In addition to windows and siding, the company also offers a variety of residential and commercial doors, ranging from functional back doors to show-stopping front doors, ensuring that every entry point can be both secure and aesthetically pleasing. Experts in the field have noted the rising trend of homeowners updating their windows and siding. More people are looking for ways to improve energy efficiency and home appearance. By offering affordable siding replacement Leander TX services alongside quality window options, Lone Wolf Exteriors positions itself as a key player in addressing these demands.
“We aim to make home improvement a seamless experience,” said the spokesperson. “Our team is dedicated to providing solutions that not only enhance the appearance of homes but also contribute to energy savings and overall comfort. We’re here to help our clients achieve their vision for their homes with ease and professionalism.”
As one of the well-regarded window and siding replacement companies Leander TX, Lone Wolf Exteriors remains committed to high standards. Their skilled workforce is knowledgeable in the latest techniques and equipped with the tools necessary for efficient and effective installations. This commitment to quality has cemented Lone Wolf Exteriors’ place as a trusted name in the local community.
Further demonstrating their range of expertise, Lone Wolf Exteriors excels in roofing replacement services, including solar panel installations, ensuring their clients’ roofs are not only functional but also energy conscious.
Homeowners interested in these expanded services can visit Lone Wolf Exteriors’ website or contact their local office for more information. By offering solutions that account for a variety of needs and budgets, Lone Wolf Exteriors continues making significant contributions to the home improvement industry.
Their service expansion emphasizes Lone Wolf Exteriors’ dedication to customer satisfaction and investing in the community. By delivering the Leander TX best home window replacement and affordable siding replacement Leander TX options, they positively impact individual homes and the broader community.
Lone Wolf Exteriors’ expanded offerings are set to create a lasting impact for homeowners aiming to enhance their property’s value and look. With a focus on quality service and customer-focused solutions, the company solidifies its status as a leader in home improvement services in Leander, TX.
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LEANDER, Texas — The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has opened an investigation into a school bus crash in Leander.On Wednesday, a Leander Independent School District school bus overturned after veering off Nameless Road around 3:16 p.m. There were 42 children and one adult on board, and 17 passengers were transported to area hospitals. All of them are in stable condition.It is unclear why the bus rolled over. The bus was a 2024 model and was equipped with seatbelts.The agency announced the investigati...
LEANDER, Texas — The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has opened an investigation into a school bus crash in Leander.
On Wednesday, a Leander Independent School District school bus overturned after veering off Nameless Road around 3:16 p.m. There were 42 children and one adult on board, and 17 passengers were transported to area hospitals. All of them are in stable condition.
It is unclear why the bus rolled over. The bus was a 2024 model and was equipped with seatbelts.
The agency announced the investigation in a post on X.
“The NTSB, in coordination with the Texas Department of Public Safety, has opened a safety investigation into Wednesday’s crash involving a school bus that departed the roadway and overturned in Leander, Texas,” the post said.
The NTSB, in coordination with the Texas Department of Public Safety, has opened a safety investigation into Wednesday's crash involving a school bus that departed the roadway and overturned in Leander, Texas.
— NTSB Newsroom (@NTSB_Newsroom) August 14, 2025
The crash occurred in the Sandy Creek neighborhood of Leander—a city just north of Austin—where just last month deadly flooding hit the area.
“This part of our Leander ISD family has been through so much already this summer with the floods,” the letter said talking about the flooding in the Sandy Creek neighborhood last month. “The tragedy this afternoon is really breaking our hearts. We want each of those students and their families to know that our prayers are with them, our thoughts are with them, and we will do everything we can in our power to support them. And we will be here for all of those students who are affected, their friends, and their families.”
A school bus carrying 42 students on Wednesday rolled over after veering off a rural road in Travis County, Texas on the first day of class, injuring multiple students, authorities said.It happened around 3:15 p.m.in the 22300 block of Nameless Road, according to the Texas Highway Patrol.The bus for Leander Independent School District was carrying primarily elementary school students, Superintendent Bruce Gearing said. The crash happened shortly after school let out, and no students had been dropped off yet.At least one ...
A school bus carrying 42 students on Wednesday rolled over after veering off a rural road in Travis County, Texas on the first day of class, injuring multiple students, authorities said.
It happened around 3:15 p.m.in the 22300 block of Nameless Road, according to the Texas Highway Patrol.
The bus for Leander Independent School District was carrying primarily elementary school students, Superintendent Bruce Gearing said. The crash happened shortly after school let out, and no students had been dropped off yet.
At least one person had life-threatening injuries, while two others had "potentially life-threatening injuries," Assistant Chief Kevin Parker, with Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services, said during a news conference.
The bus was traveling on a rural stretch of two-lane road when it veered off the right side "for an unknown reason" and rolled over, according to Department of Public Safety Sgt. Billy Ray.
He later said in a statement Wednesday night that it was raining when the crash happened and "it is unclear if weather had a factor." The crash is being investigated.
Video footage of the scene showed the yellow school bus lying on its side next to the road with its roof damaged and several windows broken.
School and emergency officials said the bus had 42 children, and the driver, along with 15 students, were transported to hospitals. Officials did not say if the person with life-threatening injuries was a student or the driver.
The bus is a 2024 model and is equipped with state-mandated seat belts that the children are required to wear, Gearing said.
"We want each of those students and their families to know that our prayers are with them, our thoughts are with them and we will do everything that we can in our power to support them," he said.
A total of 42 children and one adult were on the bus when the crash occurred.AUSTIN, Texas — Seventeen people are injured after a school bus rolled over near Sandy Creek on Wednesday afternoon.According to Austin-Travis County EMS, officials received a call reporting the crash at around 3:15 p.m. According to the Travis County Sheriff's Office, the crash occurred in the 22300 block of Nameless Road, near Palamino Ranch Drive and Honeycomb Lane.A total of 42 children and one adult were on the bus when the crash occu...
A total of 42 children and one adult were on the bus when the crash occurred.
AUSTIN, Texas — Seventeen people are injured after a school bus rolled over near Sandy Creek on Wednesday afternoon.
According to Austin-Travis County EMS, officials received a call reporting the crash at around 3:15 p.m. According to the Travis County Sheriff's Office, the crash occurred in the 22300 block of Nameless Road, near Palamino Ranch Drive and Honeycomb Lane.
A total of 42 children and one adult were on the bus when the crash occurred.
Twelve people – 11 children and the bus driver – were taken to the hospital immediately following the crash. Ten people were taken from the scene, while two more children were transported from the reunification center with minor injuries. In an update on Wednesday night, Leander ISD said 17 people had been taken to the hospital. Two people sustained serious injuries, but all were in stable conditions.
Of those taken to the hospital, some were taken to Dell Children's Center, Texas Children's Hospital North Campus, Dell Children's North Campus and the Cedar Park Regional Medical Center.
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), the bus was traveling southbound on Nameless Road when it left the roadway on a curve, causing it to roll over.
"We're here in force, and we're supporting our parents," Travis County Chief Emergency Management Coordinator Eric Carter said on Wednesday.
A reunification center was set up at Round Mountain Baptist Church in Leander, and all people who do not need to be taken to the hospital were taken to the church.
Francisca Suarez is a grandmother who was reunited with her grandson at the church.
"I believe the kids don't ... I don't believe they want to go on the bus ... especially my grandson doesn't want to," Suarez said. "It's very sad that this happens on the first day. So much emotion."
According to Leander ISD Superintendent Bruce Gearing, the bus had seatbelts as it was a 2024 model. He also said the campus was mobilizing counseling services to assist students affected by the incident.
KVUE learned that the bus originated from Bagdad Elementary School in Leander. Wednesday was the first day of the new school year for the school.
Gearing sent the following letter to families in the Bagdad Elementary School community Wednesday night:
"Dear Bagdad Elementary Families,
"We have some difficult news to share. This afternoon, bus #750 was involved in an accident on Nameless Road while transporting students after school. First responders, school, and district staff were immediately on the scene, and our staff are with the impacted students and their families.
"As of the latest update, a total of 17 people were transported by Austin-Travis County EMS. Two people sustained serious injuries, but as of now, all individuals with injuries are in stable condition. A reunification site was established and shared with impacted families directly, and all students have been reunited with their families. Our focus remains on student safety.
"This part of our Leander ISD family has been through so much already this summer with the floods. The tragedy this afternoon is really breaking our hearts. We want each of those students and their families to know that our prayers are with them, our thoughts are with them, and we will do everything we can in our power to support them. And we will be here for all of those students who are affected, their friends, and their families.
"We are working closely with Counseling Services to ensure our students and staff are supported. Additional counselors and social workers will be available at Bagdad Elementary on Thursday, Aug. 14, to assist any student in need of support.
"Our counselors remind us how important it is for students to feel safe expressing their feelings. We encourage families to listen with care, offer understanding, and provide reassurance. Together, we can support our students and help them navigate this difficult time.
"Thank you for your patience as we develop further understanding of this situation. Should you need additional support, please do not hesitate to contact Principal de la Garza-Conness and the Bagdad administration team."
DPS said the cause of the crash is still under investigation.
A Leander ISD school bus rolled over Wednesday in the Sandy Creek area near Leander with 42 children and one adult inside.Eighteen people were ultimately taken to local hospitals, said Billy Ray, a public information officer with the Texas Department of Public Safety, in an email Thursday afternoon.Leander ISD said Thursday evening that all of the injured had been released from the hospital.The bus mainly served Bagdad Elementary School, Leander ISD Superintendent Bruce Gearing said at a news conference. The bus driver, ...
A Leander ISD school bus rolled over Wednesday in the Sandy Creek area near Leander with 42 children and one adult inside.
Eighteen people were ultimately taken to local hospitals, said Billy Ray, a public information officer with the Texas Department of Public Safety, in an email Thursday afternoon.
Leander ISD said Thursday evening that all of the injured had been released from the hospital.
The bus mainly served Bagdad Elementary School, Leander ISD Superintendent Bruce Gearing said at a news conference. The bus driver, whom Gearing called a "seasoned veteran," was one of the people taken to a hospital.
Ray said the bus was traveling south on Nameless Road — which has a slight curve — when it left the right side of the road "for an unknown reason" and rolled over. It was raining, Ray said, but it's not clear if that was a factor in the crash. An investigation is ongoing, he said.
"This part of our Leander ISD family has been through so much already this summer with the floods, and this tragedy this afternoon is really breaking our hearts."
The crash was not related to flood damage in the Sandy Creek area, Gearing said.
The bus was taking students home from school. Gearing said he believed no student had been dropped off yet.
First responders began receiving reports about the crash around 3:15 p.m. Officials told people to avoid the area.
Round Mountain Baptist Church was serving as a reunification center. Austin-Travis County EMS said students who didn't need to go to the hospital were taken to the church. All students had been reunited with their families by Wednesday evening.
The school bus was a 2024 model with seat belts, Gearing said. Students are required to wear seat belts on buses that have them, but the superintendent said officials don't know how many students were wearing them at the time of the crash.
Wednesday was the first day of school for Leander ISD. Gearing said school would still be in session Thursday, and the district was preparing counselors to support Bagdad students and families.
"This part of our Leander ISD family has been through so much already this summer with the floods, and this tragedy this afternoon is really breaking our hearts," he said. "We want each of those students and their families to know that our prayers are with them, our thoughts are with them, and we will do everything that we can in our power to support them."
Last year, a school bus carrying Hays CISD students rolled over in Bastrop County, leaving one adult and one child dead. The bus was bringing Tom Green Elementary pre-K students back from a field trip when a concrete truck veered into the bus' lane.
The concrete truck driver pleaded guilty to manslaughter charges.
The crash sparked conversations about ensuring all district buses have seat belts. Since then, Hays CISD has worked to buy school buses with seat belts and retrofit its fleet.
In May, voters approved nearly $1 billion in bonds for the school district, including $7 million to buy new buses with seat belts.
A state law passed in 2017 requires all new school buses bought by districts to be equipped with lap and shoulder seat belts after a deadly school bus crash in Houston.
During the 2009 legislative session, state lawmakers set aside $10 million for the School Bus Seat Belt Grant Program. Austin ISD was one of four districts in the state that applied for funding.
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