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 Bennett Place in Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC 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 Sandy Creek Park in Durham, NC 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 Nanas or visit Duke Homestead, 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 Durham, NC, 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 Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC 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.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 19, 2026Contact [email protected]**Worcester, MA** --- Homer Bush singled home the go-ahead run in the 10th as the Durham Bulls edged past the Worcester Red Sox 4-3 at Polar Park on Saturday afternoon.After Tatem Levins tied the game at 3-3 with a solo homer in the seventh against Tanner Houck (L, 0-1), Bush delivered a line single to left-center with two outs to put Durham (39-34) ahead.Owen Wild (S, 4) retired three strai...
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**Worcester, MA** --- Homer Bush singled home the go-ahead run in the 10th as the Durham Bulls edged past the Worcester Red Sox 4-3 at Polar Park on Saturday afternoon.
After Tatem Levins tied the game at 3-3 with a solo homer in the seventh against Tanner Houck (L, 0-1), Bush delivered a line single to left-center with two outs to put Durham (39-34) ahead.
Owen Wild (S, 4) retired three straight batters in the Worcester 10th, stranding the tying run at third to close out Durham's second win in five games in the series.
The Bulls went ahead 1-0 in the first when Jack Suwinski stroked a hit to left to bring home Tre Morgan, who opened the game with a first-pitch double to right.
Franklin Arias put the Red Sox (40-32) ahead 2-1 in the third with a two-run homer to left against Bulls starter Jesse Scholtens.
A Levins grounder in the fourth pulled the Bulls even 2-2, scoring Kenny Piper from third. Piper had singled with one out, stolen second and advanced to third on a throwing error by catcher Tomas Nido.
Evan Reifert (W, 6-2) earned the win for the Bulls. Reifert stranded two baserunners in the eighth, then pitched out of a bases loaded, none-out jam in the last of the ninth by striking out three straight batters.
Jesse Scholtens worked 4 1/3 innings, permitting three runs. Alexander Alberto entered in the fifth with runners at first and third and induced a double play grounder. Manny Rodriguez pitched a clean eighth inning on 13 pitches in his second rehab appearance of the week.
Weather permitting, the Bulls close out the regular season on Sunday at 1:05 PM ET against Worcester.
Notes: Saturday's game was the second straight announced sellout by the Red Sox, with 9,508 fans attending.... Tre Morgan committed the first error of his Triple-A career in the ninth inning, covering 805 chances between 2025 and 2026. Morgan bobbled a grounder hit by Nathan Hickey, then collected the ball in foul territory, but his flip to Reifert covering the bag was dropped.... The Red Sox were eliminated from second half contention with the Rochester win earlier Saturday afternoon.... For the second straight half, Rochester will need a win on the final day of the regular season to advance to the league championship, provided Indianapolis wins Saturday night at Gwinnett.
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WTVDDURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- Artificial intelligence and its impact on cybersecurity were the focus Friday as Duke University hosted its third annual "Cybersecurity at Duke" conference.Lawmakers, intelligence experts, technology leaders, professors and students gathered at Duke's Penn Pavilion to discuss emerging technological challenges and the implications for cybersecurity and geopolitics.The event included remarks from NSA Deputy Director Tim Kosiba, as well as Congresswomen Deborah Ross and Valerie Foushee....
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DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- Artificial intelligence and its impact on cybersecurity were the focus Friday as Duke University hosted its third annual "Cybersecurity at Duke" conference.
Lawmakers, intelligence experts, technology leaders, professors and students gathered at Duke's Penn Pavilion to discuss emerging technological challenges and the implications for cybersecurity and geopolitics.
The event included remarks from NSA Deputy Director Tim Kosiba, as well as Congresswomen Deborah Ross and Valerie Foushee.
Panelists discussed how to balance the potential risks of AI with the need for the United States to remain competitive in emerging technologies and use those technologies for national defense.
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Art Ehuan, executive director of Duke's cybersecurity program, said addressing the challenges posed by AI will require cooperation across sectors.
"The problems we're going to see with AI, and in particular, genetic AI, is they're going to require a whole-of-government, whole-of-society approach. Academia has to work with government, with corporations, and vice versa. There is no there's no conceivable way that any one organization can do this on their own," Ehuan said.
Kosiba said technological advances alone will not determine which organizations succeed in the next era of intelligence.
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"But I can tell you that the next era of intelligence will not belong to organizations that simply have the most technology. As technology alone does not create a sustainable advantage. People do," Kosiba said.
Experts at the conference said AI is likely to be one of the most transformative technologies for cybersecurity, while emphasizing the need for safeguards as the technology develops.
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The two-day conference is bringing together members of government, academia and the technology sector to discuss cybersecurity and emerging technologies.
DURHAM, N.C. — Even with an extra week to prepare for Duke, nothing could prepare Stanford coach Tavita Pritchard for what he witnessed on Saturday.Stanford surrendered too many big plays, and the Blue Devils took advantage of their opportunities to take a 35-7 victory and help prolong the road-game misery for the Cardinal.Nate Sheppard inflicted much of the pain, running for 154 yards and two touchdowns in a game that extended Stanford’s road losing streak to a program-record 12 games.“I just left the ...
DURHAM, N.C. — Even with an extra week to prepare for Duke, nothing could prepare Stanford coach Tavita Pritchard for what he witnessed on Saturday.
Stanford surrendered too many big plays, and the Blue Devils took advantage of their opportunities to take a 35-7 victory and help prolong the road-game misery for the Cardinal.
Nate Sheppard inflicted much of the pain, running for 154 yards and two touchdowns in a game that extended Stanford’s road losing streak to a program-record 12 games.
“I just left the locker room talking to our team and what I told them was, one, that’s a very good football team, and there’s a reason that this program won the conference championship game a year ago,” Pritchard said. “And at the same point in time, we did not play a good game, and we missed the mark and that starts with me.”
Big plays are defined as gains of 15 yards or more, and Duke (3-0, 1-0 ACC) had 17 of them and turned two of them into touchdowns. None of Stanford’s six big gainers led to what turned out to be its lone score.
“Nate Sheppard’s a great back. He came in leading the country in all-purpose yards and rushing,” Pritchard said. “We have a lot of belief in the way that we tackle, the way that we teach tackling. Without having watched the film, my guess is, whether it was losing leverage or wrapping up, this is a guy that you have to leverage with your defense,” the coach said. “And you have to get them to the ground and you’ve got to wrap them up. And there were some spots where we fell short of that.”
The two schools were meeting for the first time as Atlantic Coast Conference rivals, although they have met before. Stanford had won its last two games at Wallace Wade Stadium as well as the last three meetings between the two schools, dating back to 1972.
Stanford (1-2, 0-2 ACC) got a surprise after Duke won the coin toss and opened the game with an onside kick. The Blue Devils recovered the kick at their own 47. Duke drove to the Stanford 3, and just when it looked like the kickoff strategy would pay off, quarterback Walker Eget, a transfer from San Jose State, had his fourth-down pass intercepted in the end zone by safety Darrius Davis, averting an early disaster for the Cardinal.
The teams spent the rest of the first quarter playing between the 20s, and despite a number of good runs, neither offense gained an upper hand in the opening 15 minutes. Five minutes into the second quarter, Duke broke the scoreless draw on Sheppard’s 32-yard touchdown run at the 10:42 mark.
By that point, the Stanford defense had surrendered 119 rushing yards. Miami ran for 121 yards for the entire game at Stanford two weeks ago.
Duke finished with 268 yards rushing. Stanford’s offense produced 237 yards.
The Stanford offense had a hand in Duke increasing its lead to 14-0 in the second quarter. Davis Warren fumbled while attempting to pass from his own 40. Kendall Johnson recovered the ball, setting up Eget’s 2-yard scoring pass to Sheppard with 5:29 left before halftime. But atonement was moments away.
A mishandled snap on a punt from the Duke end zone put Stanford in good position. From its own 45 and operating in the no-huddle mode, Warren completed all four passes he threw, capping the scoring drive with a 5-yard pass to Caden High with 16 seconds left in the half.
Warren spent much of the late afternoon under pressure as Duke hurried and harried him. He finished 18 of 32 for 151 yards.
“They do a good job with some of their pressure packages and I think some of the times that he was feeling pressure had to do with the blitzes,” Pritchard said. “I think sometimes we can do better blocking up front or being on the same page in the blocking unit, and that comes back to our communication, our schemes … “
Stanford watched the game slip away in the third quarter thanks to more big plays by Duke. Passes of 16, 32 and 26 yards helped set up Sheppard’s 1-yard scoring run in the third quarter, and Cavon Simmons ran 16 yards on a reverse that pushed the Blue Devils’ advantage to 28-7 with 2:58 left in the third quarter.
Duke added Jayian Tanelus’ 5-yard score in the fourth quarter.
Stanford hosts Georgia Tech next weekend. The Blue Devils will host William & Mary.
DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- Durham County commissioners held a public hearing on Monday on a proposed moratorium on data centers, as residents urged officials to adopt a longer, stronger pause on future development.The Board of Commissioners considered a proposed moratorium that would include exceptions and would last through May 2027.The proposal would apply only to projects larger than 100,000 square feet, allowing smaller data centers to continue through the development process, particularly around areas such as Research Triangle...
DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- Durham County commissioners held a public hearing on Monday on a proposed moratorium on data centers, as residents urged officials to adopt a longer, stronger pause on future development.
The Board of Commissioners considered a proposed moratorium that would include exceptions and would last through May 2027.
The proposal would apply only to projects larger than 100,000 square feet, allowing smaller data centers to continue through the development process, particularly around areas such as Research Triangle Park.
The meeting drew a large crowd, with attendees holding signs reading "No Data Centers in Durham." Residents spoke for hours, raising concerns about air pollution, water use and energy consumption. Some also called for a 32-month moratorium without exemptions.
During the proposed moratorium, the county is expected to study the potential impacts of data centers, review how other North Carolina communities regulate such facilities and engage residents in the process.
Some speakers argued during the hearing that the proposed moratorium should be strengthened.
"We've made it clear what we want. We want these loopholes removed and we want the time to write a strong ordinance regulating all data centers," one speaker said.
Others warned that a longer moratorium could affect Research Triangle Park and its business community.
"On behalf of the 55,000 employees, the 400 companies that operate in RTP, I asked that the moratorium be passed as written," another speaker said.
A separate speaker challenged arguments that limiting data centers would hinder economic growth.
"We are the city of medicine and the second smartest city in the US. So we are being told that if we don't accept this, that we are driving away from big employers, revenue, progress, our future, when in reality the only thing we may be driving away is a parasitic relationship. Do better," Andrea Cazales said to commissioners.
Other municipalities like Orange, Chatham, and Cumberland County have implemented similar moratoriums on data centers.
The city of Durham has also implemented a moratorium on data centers, but county commissioners pointed out the difference between the two municipalities, including Research Triangle
DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- Durham Housing Authority leaders say former Forest Hill Heights residents will have the right to return once the long-planned redevelopment of the site is complete, and the agency says safeguards are in place to ensure that promise is honored.The project, known as Tribute Rising, is being marketed as a way to honor Hayti's rich history while creating new housing and opportunities for future residents. Developers say the redevelopment will transform the former Forest Hill Heights public housing site into a mixed-...
DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- Durham Housing Authority leaders say former Forest Hill Heights residents will have the right to return once the long-planned redevelopment of the site is complete, and the agency says safeguards are in place to ensure that promise is honored.
The project, known as Tribute Rising, is being marketed as a way to honor Hayti's rich history while creating new housing and opportunities for future residents. Developers say the redevelopment will transform the former Forest Hill Heights public housing site into a mixed-income community with about 900 apartments on 15 acres.
Jordan Jones of Atlanta-based developer The Integral Group said the project is designed to celebrate the legacy of Hayti, once a thriving center for Black business and culture.
"Providing opportunities to Black entrepreneurs and women, along with thinking about public art, murals and inspirational sayings throughout the community to remind everyone of the great history and legacy of the Hayti community," Jones said.
The full buildout of all three phases is expected to total a $343 million investment, making it one of Durham's largest ongoing affordable housing redevelopment projects.
The first phase of the project will include 352 rental units. Plans call for 100 affordable units, 75 attainable housing units and the remaining apartments to be rented at market rates.
Jones said former Forest Hill Heights residents helped shape the plans through community engagement efforts.
"Talking about potential building locations, what the buildings could look like, what future needs to serve on this site," Jones said.
According to the Durham Housing Authority, the last residents moved out of Forest Hill Heights in April and were relocated throughout Durham using housing vouchers.
In a 2022 letter to residents, the housing authority stated that displaced residents would have the right to return after construction is completed.
When asked how the agency plans to ensure that commitment is kept, DHA said former residents who want to return will not have to go through a new eligibility process.
"Forest Hill Heights community members who would like to return upon the completion of construction are automatically eligible to do so without any re-screening, income eligibility, or income targeting as long as they have remained lease compliant," the agency said in a statement.
Developers say honoring Hayti will extend beyond the project's name through support for Black-owned businesses, public art and community spaces.
"This will not at all repair the damage that was done via urban renewal, but hoping this is a small piece that the community can be proud of," Jones said.
Tribute Rising also will become the future home of the Black Farmers' Market and Kate's Korner child care center.
Construction on Phase 1 is expected to begin in 2027 and be completed by May 2028. When all three phases are finished, the development will include roughly 900 apartments and represent a $343 million investment in the former Forest Hill Heights site.
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