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 Mesa Grande Cultural Park 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 Mesa, AZ 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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“Always Best Care Senior Services was top notch from the RN caseworker to the aides.”
“My parents had nothing but good things to say about their caregiver. She was reliable,”
“Always Best Care Senior Services was top notch from the RN caseworker to the aides.”
“Marcy and her team are genuinely caring and want the best for each individual they”
“Marcy took time out of her day to answer all of my questions when I”
“This is a great company! Highly recommend!”
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“Always best took excellent care of my mom. They made sure that whoever took”
“I recently had a situation with the wedding of my daughter that needed a caregiver.”
“Our family needed to get my disabled brother in an assisted living environment quickly as”
“I’d been caring for my father full time, 24/7 for 3.5 years before realizing I”
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“Always Best Care provided in home personal care for my sister for seven years. Their caregivers were skilled, professional and most importantly demonstrated genuine concern for my sister's well-being. They provided three shift coverage, covered vacations, and recruited new caregivers when required. The owner and office staff were delightful to work with. I would highly recommend them.”
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“Always Best Care Senior Services went above and beyond anything that we ever could have expected. Our 87-year-old mom was provided with kind, gentle care and attention by everyone who cared for her. Nobody expects to be in the situation of needing a caregiver. We are extremely grateful that Always Best Care was able to provide their services. If you are in need a caregiver and income assistance for yourself or a loved one needs in home caregiving, we highly recommend Always Best Care.”
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“My grandmother has received nothing but the best care and attention since starting services with Always Best. This stuff can be a nightmare but the team here is simply the best and makes everything easy!”
“My grandmother has received nothing but the best care and attention since starting services with Always Best. This stuff can be a nightmare but the team here is simply the best and makes everything easy!”
“My grandmother has received nothing but the best care and attention since starting services with Always Best. This stuff can be a nightmare but the team here is simply the best and makes everything easy!”
“My parents had nothing but good things to say about their caregiver. She was reliable, kind, and caring and did a lot of extras that were very much appreciated. Thank you Always Best Care for all your help.”
“Always Best is a great place to work. They treat their employees well and truly care about their customers.”
“Always Best Care Senior Services was top notch from the RN caseworker to the aides. We used them for our 90 year-old parents for some respite care.”
“Marcy took time out of her day to answer all of my questions when I has been turned down by others. She is a wealth of knowledge and displays a tremendous amount of passion in the work that she does. I would highly recommend her for support needed with yourself or your loved one, she definitely would take the time to ensure all of your concerns and questions are addressed.”
“Always Best Care Senior Services was top notch from the RN caseworker to the aides. We used them for our 90 year-old parents for some respite care.”
“My parents had nothing but good things to say about their caregiver. She was reliable, kind, and caring and did a lot of extras that were very much appreciated. Thank you Always Best Care for all your help.”
“Always Best Care Senior Services was top notch from the RN caseworker to the aides. We used them for our 90 year-old parents for some respite care.”
“Marcy and her team are genuinely caring and want the best for each individual they serve. Marcy has a breadth of knowledge, experience, and connections within the community to provide support in making decisions about care of our loved ones. I highly recommend ABS.”
“Marcy took time out of her day to answer all of my questions when I has been turned down by others. She is a wealth of knowledge and displays a tremendous amount of passion in the work that she does. I would highly recommend her for support needed with yourself or your loved one, she definitely would take the time to ensure all of your concerns and questions are addressed.”
“This is a great company! Highly recommend!”
“The care for my wife was wonderful for abut 9 months when I had to place her in a home for Alzheimer's patients. The care and concern for her well-being was at the top of their agenda! The staff that looked after my wife was very good! Should I need home care services again, Always Best Care would be at the top of my list!”
“Always best took excellent care of my mom. They made sure that whoever took care of her didn’t wear perfume and didn’t smoke. They also provided me with updates. Highly recommend”
“I recently had a situation with the wedding of my daughter that needed a caregiver. My daughter's father is disabled and needed extra assistance to look his best and get to the wedding. Always Best Care was there to help. They were understanding, professional and on time. Since then I have needed Always Best Care's services for my 93 year old Aunt. My Aunt has loved the friendly , cheerful company and the help has been priceless. Trust is a huge factor with having someone come into our home. I trust Always Best Care. They have done an excellent job with management , communication, and consistent high quality care.”
“Our family needed to get my disabled brother in an assisted living environment quickly as his care giver's health (our mother) was in decline. Always Best Care came to our rescue after finding out the needs and type of care needed to get our brother into a safe environment. We spent many hours looking and found the right place for him all in one day. Always Best Care also gave us resources to get additional financial help that my brother could qualified for. These amazing women helped us in a very stressful and emotional time when we were under extreme pressure and they made it as easy as possible considering the situation. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts!”
“I’d been caring for my father full time, 24/7 for 3.5 years before realizing I needed a break. Deciding on Respite Care was a difficult decision for many reasons. (If you know, you know). By the time we found Dixie at Always Best Care we had been through 6 care providers and two agencies in 12 months due to staffing issues. Marcy (owner) was warm, engaging and present. The support staff at Always Best were only ever a text away. (Thank you ladies!) And Dixie, Dad’s final friend, was a perfect fit. It didn’t take long for Dixie to feel like part of our family. On Dads last morning before Hospice we took him to breakfast at his favorite place. And if didn’t feel right unless Dixie was there. Thank you for helping my Dad and my Family through these final steps. You have my gratitude. (Image used with permission)”
“We feel blessed to have found Marcy and her amazing group of caregivers to assist our Mom in remaining at home through the end of her life. Everyone involved in her care was extremely compassionate, understanding and flexible. It was so nice to have Marcy come out each time a new caregiver was assigned in order to introduce them to Mom. I always felt comfortable and confident in the quality of her care and safety.”
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 Pioneer 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 Charleston's Restaurant or visit Mesa Historical Museum, 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 Mesa, AZ, 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 Mesa, AZ 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 Mesa, AZ 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.
PHOENIX — If you need help putting a Thanksgiving meal on the table this holiday season, there are various options for low-cost or free meals around the Valley.Below is a list of some locations that are accepting donations and offering holiday boxes or cooked meals:Know of a giveaway or event we missed? Let us know by emailing [email protected].—...
PHOENIX — If you need help putting a Thanksgiving meal on the table this holiday season, there are various options for low-cost or free meals around the Valley.
Below is a list of some locations that are accepting donations and offering holiday boxes or cooked meals:
Know of a giveaway or event we missed? Let us know by emailing [email protected].
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Lerner & Rowe is giving away 3,500 holiday meal fixings to families in Phoenix and three other locations around the state.
One package will be given out per family on a first-come, first-served basis.
Nov. 15, 2024 at 3 p.m.Dream City Church13613 N. Cave Creek Rd., Phoenix
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City of Mesa and United Food Bank’s Turkey Tuesday and distribution
How to donate:You can donate a frozen turkey or cash on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at the Mesa Convention Center’s North Parking Lot from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. or online at www.feedaz.org.
In addition to frozen turkeys, City employees will also be collecting cash donations and canned goods to help benefit United Food Bank.
How to receive:Its Thanksgiving food distribution will take place on Nov. 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., or when the food runs out, at the Mesa Convention Center.
Arizonans struggling to put food on the table this holiday season are invited to come to its drive-thru Thanksgiving food distribution and pick up a meal. Walk-up service will also be available for those without a vehicle. United Food Bank requests that attendees planning to pick up food bring some form of identification.
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Thanksgiving Day Meal Service - St. Vincent de Paul
At each dining room, guests will enjoy roasted turkey gravy, mashed potatoes, green bean almondine, corn bread stuffing, rolls, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie.
—St. Mary's Food Bank - Super Saturday Turkey Drive and other donations
St. Mary’s is putting out a call to all businesses, organizations, and individuals who can help to please help the food bank with donations of turkey, holiday food or cash donations.
—Salvation Army Northwest Valley Corps - Thanksgiving Day meal and holiday food boxes
—West Valley turkey boxes
The City of Surprise released the following opportunities to get holiday meal food boxes:
Today, U.S. military members and veterans are being honored for their service and sacrifices as parades and other observances take place around metro Phoenix for Veterans Day 2024.Veterans Day is a federal holiday. Mail is not delivered; courts and nonessential federal and city offices are closed; banks and public schools are typically closed. Some public transportation options may be affected as well.Parades, community events and live performances will take place on Monday, Nov. 11. Here's what time the Veterans...
Today, U.S. military members and veterans are being honored for their service and sacrifices as parades and other observances take place around metro Phoenix for Veterans Day 2024.
Veterans Day is a federal holiday. Mail is not delivered; courts and nonessential federal and city offices are closed; banks and public schools are typically closed. Some public transportation options may be affected as well.
Parades, community events and live performances will take place on Monday, Nov. 11. Here's what time the Veterans Day parades start in Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa, plus the route the parade takes through each city for your best viewing options.
Veterans Day 2024 in Arizona:What’s open and closed? Here’s your guide
The Tempe Veterans Day Parade will begin at ASU Gammage and make its way north on Mill Avenue before ending at Tempe Beach Park. Participants will include Tempe City Council members, Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops, local school marching bands, veterans groups and more.
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Details: 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11. ASU Gammage, at 12th Street and Mill Avenue, Tempe. Free. downtowntempe.com.
The Phoenix Veterans Day Parade began in 1997 to honor the contributions of U.S. veterans and build a patriotic community spirit. There will be seven veteran grand marshals. The celebrity grand marshal is baseball legend Luis Gonzalez, former left fielder for the Arizona Diamondbacks.
The parade will head south on Central Avenue from Montebello Drive to Camelback Road, turning east on Camelback Road to Seventh Street, then south on Seventh Street and ending at Indian School Road.
Details: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11. Free. honoringamericasveterans.org.
The East Valley Veterans Parade provides an opportunity for the community to honor local military members and their families. The parade begins at Center Street and University Drive in Mesa and runs south on Center Street to First Street, where it will turn west and continue to Robson.
Details: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11. Center Street and University Drive, Mesa. Free. evvp.org.
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A woman unrelated to the toddler ran into the street to bring the boy to safety.MESA, Ariz. — An unattended toddler ran into the middle of a busy street in Mesa last week, but thanks to a good Samaritan, he is uninjured.Adriana Bello was in a left-hand turn lane on University Drive and 96th Street, just east of University Drive and Ellsworth Road, around 5:45 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8 when she witnessed the terrifying moment.>> Download the ...
A woman unrelated to the toddler ran into the street to bring the boy to safety.
MESA, Ariz. — An unattended toddler ran into the middle of a busy street in Mesa last week, but thanks to a good Samaritan, he is uninjured.
Adriana Bello was in a left-hand turn lane on University Drive and 96th Street, just east of University Drive and Ellsworth Road, around 5:45 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8 when she witnessed the terrifying moment.
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“I panicked and started screaming," Bello said. “That is a busy, very, very busy intersection.”
The entire incident was captured on Bello's dash camera.
It shows a two-year-old boy, wearing only a diaper, running into the street and stopping.
“I’m honking my horn thinking, you know, get out of the way, as if he could hear me," Bello said.
Two cars swerved and narrowly avoided hitting the toddler.
A woman unrelated to the boy ran into the street, picked him up, and brought him to safety.
“That freaked me out even more," Alexander Schabel, the toddler's father, told 12News. "That dash cam video was pretty wild. That white car that was coming up, had to swerve out of the way. If they were texting or something, they definitely would have hit that kid.”
Schabel said he was not home at the time of the incident. He said the toddler's mother was watching five kids when she left the home to go across the street to a gas station.
“She took the big kids down there. She said the kids were sleeping. I don’t know if they were or not, but she didn’t lock the door," Schabel said.
Schabel said he was alerted to the situation by his Ring doorbell camera, which showed a stranger on his porch.
“Some random lady was holding my baby. I’m like, 'Who’s holding my baby?' She’s like, 'Your kid almost got ran over in the street,'" Schabel said.
Schabel said he is relieved his child is home safe.
“People need to pay attention while they’re driving because things like that could happen," Schabel said.
Neighbors are grateful this terrifying moment did not end in tragedy.
“It is definitely a miracle that this child was not injured at all," Bello said.
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office told 12News the child was returned to his grandmother.
MCSO is investigating. No arrests have been made.
Investigators contacted the Arizona Department of Child Safety, which will be looking into this case.
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MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — Dashcam video from a Valley woman’s vehicle shows the moment a toddler ran into oncoming traffic near 96th Street and University Drive in Mesa Friday even...
MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — Dashcam video from a Valley woman’s vehicle shows the moment a toddler ran into oncoming traffic near 96th Street and University Drive in Mesa Friday evening.
She said the image is burned into her mind.
“When you look at the video, I’m completely hysterical because I feel hopeless,” she said.
The experience has left her traumatized. Her chilling screams can be heard as she sees the toddler running into the inte.section
“I felt like I was mentally preparing myself to watch a child be crushed,” she said.
Her 7-year-old son was in the back seat, and she couldn’t risk his life by using her vehicle to block traffic. All she could do to help the toddler and keep her son safe was honk at the little boy in hopes of getting his attention.
In the video, you can hear her honking and then see the boy look in her direction and pause. Cars zoom by and swerve just inches away from him.
A heroic bystander can be seen running after him and carrying him to safety.
“I’m feeling overwhelmed, but just happy that the kind woman was willing to sacrifice her life to go into the road and grab him,” she said.
Arizona‘s Family talked with the boy’s dad, who said he wasn’t home. His wife was watching their kids but left the house for a moment.
The man said he didn’t know his two-and-a-half-year-old and 9-month-old sons had left the house until he got a Ring camera notification on his phone showing a woman carrying his son.
He explained his wife has been dealing with postpartum depression and forgot to lock the door. The dad is grateful the bystanders stepped in to help.
“We don’t understand the full extent of her struggles, but as a community, we should be extending grace and approaching her situation with compassion but still fully holding her accountable,” said the woman who caught the incident on her dashcam.
The boys' dad said the Department of Child Services cleared his wife to be with their kids.
MCSO said it’s investigating and will likely submit endangerment charges.
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The All-Star festivities at baseball’s most elite prospect circuit are always a can’t-miss event, and this year’s are no different. The 18th annual Fall Stars Game, set for 8 p.m. ET/ 6 p.m. local on Saturday at Sloan Park in Mesa, will bring the Arizona Fall League’s top performers together on one field for what should be an unforgettable night.Going on two decades, the Fall Stars Game has been a ...
The All-Star festivities at baseball’s most elite prospect circuit are always a can’t-miss event, and this year’s are no different. The 18th annual Fall Stars Game, set for 8 p.m. ET/ 6 p.m. local on Saturday at Sloan Park in Mesa, will bring the Arizona Fall League’s top performers together on one field for what should be an unforgettable night.
Going on two decades, the Fall Stars Game has been a showcase of future MLB superstars and award winners. This year’s participants join a long-growing and super-impressive list of alumni that includes Gerrit Cole, Max Scherzer, Royce Lewis, Pete Alonso, Ronald Acuña Jr and many others. Fall Stars Game rosters were voted on by AFL staff, farm directors and MLB.com writers prior to Final 2 voting in which fans added the American League's Peyton Williams (Blue Jays) and the National League's Leodalis De Vries (Padres) to the roster.
Six of MLB Pipeline's Top 100 Prospects are slated to appear in this year's game. As it stands, five of the six are suiting up for the NL: Padres catcher Ethan Salas (No. 19) and shortstop De Vries (No. 28), Cubs backstop Moises Ballesteros (No. 44), Mets shortstop Jett Williams (No. 52) and Reds shortstop Edwin Arroyo (No. 65). Royals top prospect Jac Caglianone (No. 17) is the sole Top 100 prospect on the AL side.
Roberto Mercado (Orioles) of the Surprise Saguaros will manage the AL squad and Andy Schatzley (Angels) of Mesa Solar Sox will manage the NL team, along with their respective AFL coaching staffs.
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Here are the full 2024 Fall Stars Game rosters:
Catcher Thayron Liranzo, Scottsdale (DET No. 6) Carter Jensen, Surprise (KC No. 5) Creed Willems, Surprise (BAL No. 22) Brooks Brannon, Mesa (BOS No. 27)
First base Josue Briceño, Scottsdale (DET No. 9) Jac Caglianone, Surprise (KC No. 1/MLB No. 17) Niko Kavadas, Mesa (LAA No. 29) Peyton Williams, Scottsdale (TOR)
Second base Max Ferguson, Mesa (BOS) Adrian Pinto, Scottsdale (TOR)
Third base Caleb Durbin, Salt River (NYY) Cody Freeman, Surprise (TEX)
Shortstop Max Acosta, Surprise (TEX)
Outfield Tre’ Morgan, Mesa (TB No. 10) Denzel Clarke, Mesa (ATH No. 10) Alejandro Osuna, Surprise (TEX No. 16) Garrett Martin, Salt River (NYY)
Pitchers RHP Luinder Avila, Surprise (KC No. 26) RHP TJ Brock, Scottsdale (TOR) RHP Marc Church, Surprise (TEX) RHP Allan Hernandez, Surprise (CLE) RHP Danny Kirwin, Mesa (BOS) RHP Carlos Lagrange, Salt River (NYY No. 20) LHP Samy Natera Jr., Mesa (LAA) RHP Jack Noble, Salt River (MIN) RHP Alex Santos II, Surprise (HOU) RHP Grant Taylor, Glendale (CWS No. 6)
Catcher Ethan Salas, Peoria (SD No. 1/MLB No. 19) Moises Ballesteros, Mesa (CHC No. 4/MLB No. 44) Geovanny Planchart, Scottsdale (PIT)
First base Romeo Sanabria, Peoria (SD No. 23) Skyler Messinger, Salt River (COL)
Second base Thomas Saggese, Glendale (STL No. 4) Tommy Troy, Salt River (AZ No. 5) Juan Baez, Peoria (MIL No. 27)
Third base Gino Groover, Salt River, (AZ No. 9) Jonathan Long, Mesa (CHC No. 30)
Shortstop Leodalis De Vries, Peoria (SD No. 2/MLB No. 28) Jett Williams, Scottsdale (NYM No. 2/MLB No. 52) Edwin Arroyo, Glendale (CIN No. 3/MLB No. 65)
Outfield Zyhir Hope, Glendale (LAD No. 11) Robert Hassell III, Salt River (WSH No. 13) Andrew Pintar, Peoria (MIA No. 18) Sammy Siani, Scottsdale (Pirates)
Pitchers RHP Jose Acuña, Glendale (CIN) RHP Ryan Birchard, Peoria (MIL) RHP Derek Diamond, Scottsdale (PIT) RHP Isaac Gallegos, Peoria (ATL) LHP Evan Justice, Salt River (COL) RHP Cale Lansville, Scottsdale (SF) RHP Griff McGarry, Glendale (PHI No. 21) RHP Luis Mey, Glendale (CIN) RHP Chase Solesky, Salt River (WSH) RHP Eriq Swan, Glendale (LAD)
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