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 Luby's Massacre Memorial 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 Kempner, 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 Sylvia Tucker Memorial 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 Log Cabin Cafe or visit Sylvia Tucker Memorial Park, 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 Kempner, 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 Kempner, 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 Kempner, 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.
LAMPASAS COUNTY, Texas — It’s no secret that Central Texas is experiencing an extreme drought right now forcing water supply companies to impose heavy water restrictions because of low lake levels.Kempner Water supply has been under a Level 4 water restriction for weeks and at the board meeting Wednesday night, customers' frustration was on full display.Many asking for more transparency and less harsh penalties for breaking rules in place because of the high restriction level.”Keep this pressure on. Mak...
LAMPASAS COUNTY, Texas — It’s no secret that Central Texas is experiencing an extreme drought right now forcing water supply companies to impose heavy water restrictions because of low lake levels.
Kempner Water supply has been under a Level 4 water restriction for weeks and at the board meeting Wednesday night, customers' frustration was on full display.
Many asking for more transparency and less harsh penalties for breaking rules in place because of the high restriction level.
”Keep this pressure on. Make this board provide the 1,000 minimum gallons a month for every water meter. If you let them off the hook, then it’s your fault,” said a Kempner Water customer speaking at Wednesday’s meeting.
Bruce Sorenson, General Manager of Kempner Water, said most of the concerns raised in the meeting were understandable.
”I think some of the concerns are, we're running out of water, what are we doing about getting more water,” said Sorenson. “I think a lot of people felt like they weren't getting enough information.”
According to Kempner Water, a small percentage of their customers are also upset about harsh crackdowns on water usage leading to water being cut off and even fines.
They said they are only cutting water for people who keep doing things like watering their lawns after being warned not to.
”So, we’ll call them back and say hey, this is what we found,” said Sorenson. “You need to cut your water off. We’ll keep monitoring and watching them and then a week or so later, we’ll just go and cut them off.”
They said the difference is thousands of gallons of water and with smart meters, they can see when and how much water you use.
”If we can see that somebody has used like 3,000 gallons in 2-3 hours, we know their watering,” Sorenson said.
Even with the rules posted on their website, customers are still frustrated with how harsh they are.
”At least give everybody some kind of relief because people have foundation issues, we can’t feed the animals, you have guilt feelings when you flush your toilet,” said Norma Renolds, Kempner Water Supply customer speaking at Wednesday’s meeting.
Kempner Water Supply said they want people to know that they can monitor when and how much water they use and can tell if you’ve been watering your lawn.
If you don’t follow the rules, they said they will cut your water off.
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According to the Kempner Water Supply Corporation, customers exceeding 10,000 gallons of water usage in a month will likely see a high water bill.More VideosKEMPNER, Texas — Kempner residents are expressing their outrage on social media over their surging water bills as water restrictions have been enforced.Kempner Water Supply Corporation (KWSC) announced stage four water res...
According to the Kempner Water Supply Corporation, customers exceeding 10,000 gallons of water usage in a month will likely see a high water bill.
KEMPNER, Texas — Kempner residents are expressing their outrage on social media over their surging water bills as water restrictions have been enforced.
Kempner Water Supply Corporation (KWSC) announced stage four water restrictions in July.
With those restrictions came a lot of changes.
According to KWSC general manager Bruce Sorenson, people exceeding ten thousand gallons of water usage a month will likely see a high water bill, face a fine exceeding $300, or have no water access at all.
"At some point, we did shut some of the water off after we told them what we're gonna do and they continue to water, Sorenson explained. "It's not fair when people are losing their trees, bushes and grass while others continue to water."
Sorenson went on to say if a customer's water is turned off, it is not something unorthodox. People who fail to pay their water bill can face the same consequence.
KWSC is the water source for the Kempner and is not municipal. They do not collect taxes like other municipals. This is why there is a service charge of $75 on customers' water bills each month.
"The $75 that we charge is for getting the water to their house," Sorenson added. "It is the infrastructure, the pipe that runs to the house, the section of pipe, the valve, the meter. Everything that's in front of the house that gets them the water."
The source of water for KWSC is 100% surface water from Stillhouse Hollow Lake. As long as lake levels remain historically low, water restrictions will continue.
Sorenson did share some good news. Restrictions have been a huge help so far this year and water usage has reduced by over 30%.
Sorenson recommends people continue to be mindful of their usage throughout the restriction period, which is expected to last for the next few months.
"It could be a toilet running, a leak or a hose left on," Sorenson said. "All those things, the meter will pick up and we can notify them. We're trying to help them not have to pay a big water bill by letting them know they have a leak. We're trying to do everything we can for members."
Sorenson recommends customers call the KWSC and ask for a water usage report when needed and monitor their water meter at their homes.
The subject of tipping has no gray area. You either don't mind offering a good or generous tip or you think the whole system of tipping is ridiculous and don't do it. The thing is, tipping will always be around whether you like it or not. Whether you like it or not, there are workers who depend on those tips to pay their bills and enjoy a good life. If you decide to eat out at a restaurant that you know will ask for a tip, give them a tip, it's not going to kill you to tack on an extra $10 for them when you're spending $130 on food and drink...
The subject of tipping has no gray area. You either don't mind offering a good or generous tip or you think the whole system of tipping is ridiculous and don't do it. The thing is, tipping will always be around whether you like it or not. Whether you like it or not, there are workers who depend on those tips to pay their bills and enjoy a good life. If you decide to eat out at a restaurant that you know will ask for a tip, give them a tip, it's not going to kill you to tack on an extra $10 for them when you're spending $130 on food and drinks for your date night. On the other side of that coin, if you work for tips, you should not throw a fit about the amount being tipped. Why? Because you'll end up looking silly like this DoorDash driver did in Kempner, Texas.
Yes, the notion of working for $2.50 an hour while depending on tips can seem a bit absurd but it exists and people do make a good living doing it. If you don't like to idea of tipping, don't go to a place where a server will ask for one. That answer doesn't sit well with a lot of people but it's the best solution. There are two ways people look at tipping, too. One way is a straight up percentage of the check amount. It is suggested that even if you deem the service as poor, you should leave at least a 10 percent tip. However, a standard tipping percentage is usually 15 to 20 percent. The other way is some people solely base their tip on the performance of the server. This is usually frowned upon in the serving community but some people prefer the better-service-bigger-tip approach.
We've seen stories of service workers that depend on tips confronting those who don't leave a tip at all or a very small tip. It always comes across as petty on both sides. Petty would be the proper description of what happened to a woman in Kempner, Texas, located between Killeen and Lampasas in Central Texas. Lacey Purciful had ordered a pizza and another item to be delivered to her home through DoorDash. Upon arrival, the delivery person, identified as Corey, made a smart remark about the size of his tip based on the niceness of the house she lived in.
I just want to say it's a nice house for a $5 tip. - DoorDash driver Corey
After handing over the order to Lacey, and Lacey offering a very sincere "Thank you," the delivery driver responds by saying, "I just want to say it's a nice house for a $5 tip." To which Lacey replied "You're welcome" as the delivery man walked off. His response? A hardy "F#&k you." You can watch the full interaction in her TikTok video below:
@ladybug3660 My lovely Dasher Corey believes I should be tipping 50% #doordash #doordashdriver #doordasher #doordashers #pizza #pizzalover #pizzahut #fyp #momsoftiktok #momsover30 #bigmad #rude #vivint #vivintdoorbellcamera #smile @DoorDash @DoorDash ? original sound - Lacey Purciful
Lacey's order was around the $20 price point. Add in the $5 and that's a 25 percent tip, well above the normal tipping rate. DoorDash has an option to add an additional tip after the order is delivered, no doubt for someone who feels that their order was delivered with exemplary service. While this "gentleman" won't be receiving that, Lacey did post how she does use it posting the video of a DoorDash delivery interaction from earlier that same day. Watch it below:
@ladybug3660 This was the same Day as the Pizza Incident. I have worked in the Service Industry for over 10 years!! I do Tip very well. But I also tip on my interaction with the Dasher. This kind man was so sweet & friendly!! Thanks for being kind!! #doordash #doordashdriver #doordasher #doordashers #fyp #momsoftiktok #momsover30 #goodtip #dunkindonuts #dunkin ? original sound - Lacey Purciful
This man was respectful and cordial and genuinely enjoys what he does and wanted to have an authentic conversation with Lacey. She rewarded that with an extra tip for that driver which he very much deserved. As for the driver Corey, he has been removed from DoorDash.
Tipping will be around whether you like it or not. Even if you don't believe in it, still do it because the person working hard for you depends on that money. For those who work in the service industry, you have to understand that not everyone believes in how you're paid for the work that you do. That doesn't mean you can accost someone for not offering a tip or offering a small tip, it won't change their mind.
KEMPNER/LAMPASAS, Texas (FOX 44) – UPDATE: The Boil Water Notice in the City of Lampasas has been rescinded after a waterline break.The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required the City’s public water system to issue a Boil Water Notice on October 30 to inform customers, individuals and employees about this matter. The water from this public water system was required to be boiled prior to use for drinking or...
KEMPNER/LAMPASAS, Texas (FOX 44) – UPDATE: The Boil Water Notice in the City of Lampasas has been rescinded after a waterline break.
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) required the City’s public water system to issue a Boil Water Notice on October 30 to inform customers, individuals and employees about this matter. The water from this public water system was required to be boiled prior to use for drinking or consumption purposes.
As of Friday morning, the City says the public water system has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore the quality of the water and has provided TCEQ with lab test results indicating the water no longer requires boiling prior to use, as of November 3.
The City also said it is reverting to Stage 4 Water Use Restrictions.
As of 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, the City was pressurizing the water system while the Georgetown Tank filled with water. The system continued to equalize throughout Wednesday night. The City began taking water samples once its system was fully pressurized.
The Kempner Water Supply (KWSC) welders completed the water repair on Tuesday night. While its tanks were very low, the water made it to Lampasas.
If there are any residents without water, they can contact City Hall at (512) 556-6831. There is a water tanker with non-potable water available and located at 800 4th Street, behind the Lampasas County Annex Building.
This comes as a waterline break in Kempner has forced the water to be turned off there, and led to a boil water notice being issued for the City of Lampasas.
Lampasas was notified at approximately 8:30 p.m. Monday by the Kempner Water Supply about the leak. The water line was shut down due to pressure. The shutdown means no water for people in Kempner.
The City said the repair is ongoing, but the loss of flow from Kempner requires citizens to boil water until further notice. Some areas of the City saw reduced water pressure, but this should only be temporary due to the Georgetown tank being activated.
Kempner Water Supply, which is not run by the city, said a replacement pipe was on the way, and crews were ready to put it in place as soon as possible. The company expected water service to return on Tuesday evening.
Lampasas told its citizens to boil their water prior to drinking or consumption purposes. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes. Citizens can also purchase bottled water or get water from some other suitable source.
Children, seniors and those with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria. When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, officials will notify customers.
For any questions or concerns, you can contact City Hall at (512) 556-8315 or (512) 556-6831.
9-year-old Luke and 15-year-old Hunter are now on the road to recovery.More VideosKEMPNER, Texas — Five children were playing on the Lampasas river bank on Saturday, March 18 when the unexpected happened.In a matter of minutes, the river bank collapsed on two brothers, 9-year-old Luke and 15-year-old Hunter Sappenfield."The fortunate thing is, it was five boys and only two got trapped," relativ...
9-year-old Luke and 15-year-old Hunter are now on the road to recovery.
KEMPNER, Texas — Five children were playing on the Lampasas river bank on Saturday, March 18 when the unexpected happened.
In a matter of minutes, the river bank collapsed on two brothers, 9-year-old Luke and 15-year-old Hunter Sappenfield.
"The fortunate thing is, it was five boys and only two got trapped," relative of the Sappenfield family Bruce Hansen said.
"The other ones were able to respond very quickly dialing their parents who were just up the road, then dialing 911 and digging those boys out immediately," Hansen added.
A third brother and two friends were still at the scene when emergency crews arrived. They had managed to pull Luke to safety, but Hunter was stuck and had lost feeling below his waist.
"I felt helpless," Bruce's wife Megan Hansen said. "There was nothing that I could personally do, but Bruce was able to go down and actually be on site."
Along with Bruce, Luke and Hunter's sister with the Kempner Volunteer Fire Department responded as well. Alexis Hansen says she always listens to tone out alerts from the department. She happened to be listening and when she heard it, her husband realized it was near her parent's house.
Alexis quickly called her mother. The panic quickly sunk in once her mom confirmed the incident dealt with her brothers.
"Being a firefighter, I've always had it in the back of my mind," Hansen said. "It's a fear I've always had and then it just hit me like a ton of bricks. Like okay, your worst nightmare just came true. I honestly screamed, I was hysterical the entire way there."
Some parents raised concern about how something like this could happen and what their children can look out for. The family says it was all an accident and completely unexpected.
"The first five or six feet of the top of that riverbank is all brown soil," Bruce said. "They were kind of digging in it and being kids, you know playing in it. Unfortunately it fell on top of them."
The road to recovery is going to be long. Luke is expected to make a full recovery, but has several broken bones. His mother Brandie Sappenfield says Luke has three fractures in his pelvis area, a couple of fractured disks in his sacral section, along with one on his spine and lumbar. He has several fractured ribs and bruised lungs, but is currently in physical therapy.
It's a quite different story for Hunter who goes into surgery to stabilize his spine on Wednesday, March 22.
"Our goals from there are going to be learning how to make the best of a new life," Brandie said. "There's little chance that he will walk again. We're clinging to a miracle."
The family says they know what it's like to overcome the longest odds.
"Chad and Brandie are both United States Army veterans," Bruce said. "Chad has actually been blown up and put back together, like he's made out of puzzle pieces. He has been through a lot. He's broken his back, so this is not something they're unfamiliar with. They know exactly what the outcome could be. They fought for our country. It's our turn to fight for them."
They also say they are leaving this in God's hands.
"God works," Brandie said. "God works through everything and I know he has a plan here."
The family is grateful for the support from the community and say they are blown away. Now, they are just asking for prayers with the ongoing road to recovery.
There are two ways to donate. Click here for the family's GoFundMe. There is also a meal train at McLane's Children Hospital to provide warms meals for the family.
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