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.
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 Elon, 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.
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. 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 Elon, 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 Elon, 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.
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 Elon, 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.
GREENSBORO, N.C. – The Elon University women's track and field team ended competition at the N.C. A&T Classic on Saturday, April 19, at the Marcus T. Johnson Track.Lizzie Lopez was fifth in the long jump with her leap of 5.88m (2.4m/s). Alexa Mark was 10th...
GREENSBORO, N.C. – The Elon University women's track and field team ended competition at the N.C. A&T Classic on Saturday, April 19, at the Marcus T. Johnson Track.
Lizzie Lopez was fifth in the long jump with her leap of 5.88m (2.4m/s). Alexa Mark was 10th with her season-best distance of 5.68m.
Lopez was third in the women's high jump with her cleared height of 1.65m. Teammate Hannah Schonhoff was seventh at 1.55m.
In the women's hammer throw, Adriana Clarke was the runner-up with a throw of 52.23m while Isabella Johnson posted a new personal-best of 51.23m in third. Meghan Coyne was sixth overall with a throw of 48.78m while Amelia Metz was seventh at 46.40m.
Isabella Johnson won the women's javelin throw after posting a toss of 36.31m. The Phoenix had three others finish in the top six of the event in Jaqueline Zacharias (2nd – 36.04m), Julia Edler (4th – 33.58m) and Savanna Hameed (6th - 32.42m).
Duna Viñals posted a personal-best time of 56.35 in the 400-meters as she was 14th overall. Mary Sollars also clocked a personal-record with her time of 58.62. In the 200-meters, Jazlyn Jefferson had a time of 24.58 – a new season-best for her.
Olivia Waymer moved into the top-10 on the program's all-time list in the 100-meter hurdles after clocking a time of 14.19 in the prelims.
ON DECK • The Phoenix will split for a couple of meets for its next competition, at the Charlotte Invitational (April 25-26) and at the Penn Relays (April 25-27).
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Husser was interviewed by Clayton Henkel on the weekly podcast "News and Views."Share:Jason Husser director of the Elon Poll and professor of political science and public policy, spoke with NC Newsline about President Donald Trump’s administration, recent cuts to the federal government and immigration.According to the most recent Elon Poll, North Carolinians do ...
Husser was interviewed by Clayton Henkel on the weekly podcast "News and Views."
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Jason Husser director of the Elon Poll and professor of political science and public policy, spoke with NC Newsline about President Donald Trump’s administration, recent cuts to the federal government and immigration.
According to the most recent Elon Poll, North Carolinians do not favor elimination or major cutbacks at 14 federal agencies targeted for reduction by Trump’s administration and its Department of Government Efficiency.
Husser was interviewed by Clayton Henkel on the weekly podcast “News and Views.”
“We’ve known from the ’70s on that Americans have really low trust in government. We saw trust in government decline after Watergate, after Vietnam and it never really returned. We have seen hyper-polarized levels of support for the federal government in Washington over the last 15 or 20 years or so,” said Husser. “That said, even though people may be skeptical about the government as a whole, when it comes to the specific bureaucracies and the work being done in those agencies, people are often quite supportive. And that’s what we’re finding with North Carolinians.”
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Next Game: Towson 4/11/2025 | 6:00 P.M. Elon, N.C.- The Elon Phoenix (11-21) and North Carolina Tar Heels (25-8) played one of the highest scoring games and one of the most entertaining games in the history of their rivalry. The Phoenix was defeated 12-10 by the #16 Tar Heels at Latham Park Tuesday night in a back-and-forth battle between the two.Ryan Sprock...
Elon, N.C.- The Elon Phoenix (11-21) and North Carolina Tar Heels (25-8) played one of the highest scoring games and one of the most entertaining games in the history of their rivalry. The Phoenix was defeated 12-10 by the #16 Tar Heels at Latham Park Tuesday night in a back-and-forth battle between the two.
Ryan Sprock and Alex Duffey both contributed heavily to the middle of the Phoenix order Tuesday night. Both finished with three hits on the night while Sprock threw 1.1 innings on the mound and Duffey threw out two runners behind the plate.
Phoenix freshman pitchers: Hank Krift, Owen Winebarger and Nic Harris combined to throw three innings on the night and allowed no runs. Krift made his first midweek start of the season and went two innings while striking out three Tar Heel batters.
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Up Next The Phoenix returns to Latham Park for games 2-4 of the five-game homestand against the Towson Tigers. First pitch with Towson on Friday will be at 6 PM.
Elon Law students met with judges on the North Carolina Court of Appeals and watched the court in session. The court heard oral arguments in two cases: one involving statutes around claims of professional malpractice, and another involving an injury sustained during a high school lacrosse game.Elon Law students heard from some of the state’s highest-ranking jurists when the North Carolina Court of Appeals held proceedings in the school...
Elon Law students met with judges on the North Carolina Court of Appeals and watched the court in session. The court heard oral arguments in two cases: one involving statutes around claims of professional malpractice, and another involving an injury sustained during a high school lacrosse game.
Elon Law students heard from some of the state’s highest-ranking jurists when the North Carolina Court of Appeals held proceedings in the school’s courtroom and took their questions.
Judges John Tyson, April Wood and Christopher Freeman heard arguments on April 3, 2025, in Puma Biotechnology Inc. v. Hendrick Gardner Kincheloe & Garofalo LLP, which involves questions around statutes of limitations that govern when cases can be refiled. Attorneys for Puma Biotechnology argue the trial court erred in determining their case wasn’t re-filed within those prescribed time frames.
Attorneys in Fenderson v. Davidson Day School also presented arguments in a negligence case arising from a high school lacrosse game where a player was paralyzed during a play. The plaintiff-appellant’s counsel argues that the athlete’s family’s claims of negligence were improperly dismissed by a trial court, which also granted the defendant’s motion for summary judgment.
Arguments took place in the Robert E. Long Courtroom inside Elon University’s downtown Greensboro law school. The N.C. Court of Appeals visits the law school annually to hear cases before students and faculty.
“We learn about, craft and practice oral arguments in class, but seeing experienced attorneys present their cases is completely different. It sets the bar in terms of what we should be aiming for,” said Saniya Pangare L’25, a graduate of North Carolina State University and a Leadership Fellow at the School of Law. Pangare is interested in complex litigation and completed her residency with U.S. Court of Appeals Judge Jimmie V. Reyna in the District of Columbia Circuit.
“I think the Residency program sets this school apart. I have found that putting students in a legal practice for an extended period of time daily to be invaluable. That’s been a boon for me and my chambers, and I think it shows why so many clerks have been hired from Elon: You’ve gotten that training and you’re ready.” – Judge John Tyson, N.C. Court of Appeals
Landon Eckard L’25, who plans a career in appellate advocacy and constitutional litigation, focused on how lawyers responded to questions and the contrast in style among each judges’ questions and attorneys’ arguments.
“The most valuable thing for me was observing the spontaneity between the judges and advocates: how an advocate’s response prompted the judge to inquire further on a particular point or to shift to a different issue the case presented,” said Eckard, who graduated from Appalachian State University and completed his residency this winter with U.S. District Court Judge Susan C. Rodriguez in the Western District of North Carolina. “It shows that the true purpose of oral arguments is to engage in conversation with judges and address their concerns.”
The hearings marked a homecoming for several recent Elon graduates now clerking for judges at the N.C. Court of Appeals.
Addie Ackley L’24 began working as a judicial law clerk in Tyson’s office last month after completing her Residency-in-Practice and an additional internship with his office. Libby Fadl L’24 and Ashton Hopson L’24 both began clerking for Freeman this winter. For Fadl and Hopson, the oral arguments at Elon Law were the first they’d attended as clerks in their new positions.
During a Q&A session after the hearings, Tyson praised Elon Law’s experiential curriculum and cited it as a primary reason Elon Law graduates are frequently hired as clerks by judges on the Court of Appeals.
“I think the Residency program sets this school apart,” Tyson said. “I have found that putting students in a legal practice for an extended period of time daily to be invaluable. That’s been a boon for me and my chambers, and I think it shows why so many clerks have been hired from Elon: You’ve gotten that training and you’re ready. It makes a difference when you can demonstrate that level of skill.”
Both Fadl and Hopson listened to counsels’ arguments with new perspectives, focused less on how the attorneys made their arguments — which absorbed most of their attention during their law school days — and more on the content and persuasiveness they employed.
“Returning to Elon Law for our first oral arguments, I felt such a deep sense of gratitude to share a small part of my early career with the community that helped me create it,” Hopson said. “The most important duty we owe to our clients is competency, and when speaking with someone in the legal field, they tell you they ‘practice’ law. I believe our profession always calls for us to be students, which is pretty amazing.”
The student Q&A was moderated by Caroleen Dineen, associate professor of law and director of the Legal Method and Communication Program. Judges and attorneys representing the cases responded to students’ questions about how cases are decided and how lawyers craft persuasive legal briefs. Before the hearings, students and faculty interacted with judges and court staff over lunch.
“We are so excited each year to have the Court of Appeals visit and provide our students the opportunity to learn about advocacy through observing distinguished judges and advocates in action,” said Alan Woodlief, vice dean and professor of law. “Opportunities like these spark student interest in advocacy generally and specifically in pursuing prestigious judicial clerkships upon graduation and Residencies-in-Practice while students. It was a proud moment when the judges recognized several Elon Law alumni and students in attendance who are currently working with the court.”
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Next Match: College of Charleston 4/5/2025 | 10:00 AM Elon, N.C. - The Elon University women's tennis team faced CAA opponent, North Carolina A&T, at Jimmy Powell Tennis Center Wednesday afternoon. The Phoenix claimed the victory 6-1, moving to 12-6 on the season. After losing to the Phoenix, the Aggies now stand at 8-7. Due to NC A&T not having a full doubles or singles lineup, the Phoenix earned wins at No. 3 doubles and No. 6 singles by default.Elon made the dominance cle...
Elon, N.C. - The Elon University women's tennis team faced CAA opponent, North Carolina A&T, at Jimmy Powell Tennis Center Wednesday afternoon. The Phoenix claimed the victory 6-1, moving to 12-6 on the season. After losing to the Phoenix, the Aggies now stand at 8-7. Due to NC A&T not having a full doubles or singles lineup, the Phoenix earned wins at No. 3 doubles and No. 6 singles by default.
Elon made the dominance clear from the start with Miray Konar and Helen Sarikulaya securing the doubles point, finishing first and winning 6-2 against Hana El Sherif and Randy Rakotoarilala. Duo Heidi Bulger and Madison Cordisco secured the doubles sweep, winning 7-6 (7-2).
Heading into singles, the Phoenix had two points on the board due to the doubles point and the default point at No. 6 singles. Heidi Bulger defeated Hana El Sherif 6-0, 6-1 for the third point of the match and Mariana Reding clinched the match with a 6-2, 6-3 win over Juana Gomez Weiss at No. 2 singles. Madison Cordisco followed, also winning in straight sets. Simone Bergeron fell to Randy Rakotoarilala after an intense first and second set, winning 6-3 in the first, losing 6-4 in the second. To break the tie, Rakotoarilala won the third set with a 10-4 tiebreak. To close out the match, captain Helen Sarikulaya kept it entertaining, defeating Dorsa Cheraghi in a tie break. Sarikulaya lost the first set 7-5, before winning the second 6-4. Sarikulaya secured her victory, winning the third set tiebreak 10-4.
Up next: The Phoenix have two days off before returning to JPTC to face yet another CAA opponent, College of Charleston, at 10 a.m. The College of Charleston is 11-7 on the season.
Elon 6, North Carolina A&T 1 Doubles No. 1 – Miray Konar / Helen Sarikulaya (Elon) def. Hana El Sherif / Randy Rakotoarilala (NC A&T) 6-2 No. 2 – Heidi Bulger / Madison Cordisco (Elon) def. Juana Gomez Weiss / Flavia Villegas (NC A&T) 7-6 (7-2)
Order of finish: 1, 2
Singles No. 1 – Randy Rakotoarilala (NC A&T) def. Simone Bergeron (Elon) 6-3, 4-6, 1-0 (10-4) No. 2 – Mariana Reding (Elon) def. Juana Gomez Weiss (NC A&T) 6-2, 6-3 No. 3 – Helen Sarikulaya (Elon) def. Dorsa Cheraghi (NC A&T) 5-7, 6-4, 1-0 (10-4) No. 4 – Heidi Bulger (Elon) def. Hana El Sherif (NC A&T) 6-0, 6-1 No. 5 – Madison Cordisco (Elon) def. Flavia Villegas (NC A&T) 6-0, 6-3
Order of finish: 4, 2, 5, 1, 3
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