It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic The Grassy Knoll 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 Dallas, TX is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“Always Best Care provides a needed service, not just to elderly clients but to their families as well. When you need someone to sit with your ailing relative, call Always Best Care. They will work with you to provide the service you need at a price that you can afford. Their caregivers are experienced and will treat your family as though they were "their" family member. Don't miss going to work or have anxiety attacks because you need someone to care for your parents, take them to their medical appointments, or simply spend a few hours during the day making sure that they are safe, fed, groomed, had their meds, and maybe even have someone to play a little chess with. Call Always Best Care!! They are awe-some!”
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 Klyde Warren 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 The Mansion Restaurant or visit John Neely Bryan Cabin, 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 Dallas, TX, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Dallas, TX understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Dallas, TX 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
As people around North Texas celebrate Christmas, they’ll hopefully have stocked up on grocery items before the holiday arrived.Many stores either closed earlier, or are shuttered on Christmas Day. Some Hispanic supermarkets and well-known pharmacies will be open with reduced hours.Many employees are taking the major holiday off — and some are taking off the ...
As people around North Texas celebrate Christmas, they’ll hopefully have stocked up on grocery items before the holiday arrived.
Many stores either closed earlier, or are shuttered on Christmas Day. Some Hispanic supermarkets and well-known pharmacies will be open with reduced hours.
Many employees are taking the major holiday off — and some are taking off the days around it. For example, President Joe Biden closed executive departments and agencies of the federal government on Christmas Eve, with some room for exceptions.
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Here is a list for some of the stores and their expected hours:
H-E-B: Christmas Eve, stores close at 8 p.m., and pharmacy closes at 5 p.m., with curbside closing at 7 p.m. It is closed on Christmas Day.
Tom Thumb, Albertsons, Market Street: Christmas Eve, closes at 7 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
Kroger: Christmas Eve closure at 9 p.m. with pharmacy closing at 4 p.m., while the fuel area closes at 5 p.m.; closed on Christmas Day.
El Rancho Supermarket: Open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Christmas Day.
La Michoacana Meat Market: Open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Christmas Day.
Walmart: Christmas Eve, closes at 6 p.m.; Christmas Day, closed
Target: Christmas Eve, stores close at 8 p.m.; Christmas Day, closed.
Trader Joe’s: Christmas Eve, closes at 5 p.m.; Christmas Day, closed.
Sprouts Farmers Market: Christmas Eve, closes at 7 p.m.; Christmas Day, closed.
Costco: Christmas Eve, closes at 5 p.m.; Christmas Day, closed.
Whole Foods: Christmas Eve, closes at 7 p.m.; Christmas Day, closed.
WinCo Foods: Christmas Eve, closes at 5:30 p.m.; Christmas Day, closed.
Walgreens: Christmas Eve, open regular hours. Christmas Day, open, though some hours may be more limited. Check here.
CVS Pharmacy: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, open though some stores may have reduced hours. Check at cvs.com.
Al Día contributed to this report.
It's time to say "Goodbye" to 2024 and "Hello" to 2025. You can cozy up in the comfort and warmth of your home and watch Lone Star NYE: Countdown to 2025 and ring in the New Year with a night of high-energy entertainment and a dazzling fireworks and drone show over the Dallas skyline!WHEN TO WATCH 'LONE STAR NYE: COUNTDOWN TO 2025'Lone Star NYE: Countdown to 2025 airs on Dec. 31 from 11:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. CT on NBC 5 and 23 Nexstar Media Group Inc. stations across six s...
It's time to say "Goodbye" to 2024 and "Hello" to 2025. You can cozy up in the comfort and warmth of your home and watch Lone Star NYE: Countdown to 2025 and ring in the New Year with a night of high-energy entertainment and a dazzling fireworks and drone show over the Dallas skyline!
Lone Star NYE: Countdown to 2025 airs on Dec. 31 from 11:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. CT on NBC 5 and 23 Nexstar Media Group Inc. stations across six states and is hosted by NBC 5's Katy Blakey and KARK-TV's D.J. Williams live from the lawn just south of Reunion Tower in Dallas.
Lone Star NYE: Countdown to 2025 will feature one of the most iconic bands, The Jacksons.
The Jacksons will headline this year’s celebration, honoring over 55 years of music history. The band’s members include lead vocalist Jackie Jackson, supporting vocalist and percussionist Marlon Jackson, and son of the late Tito Jackson, Taryll Jackson. Dubbed "The First Family of Music,” The Jacksons have captivated generations with their timeless sound and influence.
Songs such as “Blame It on the Boogie,” “Can You Feel It” “Heartbreak Hotel” and the Grammy-nominated, “Dancing Machine,” resonate as much today as when they were written and are proving extremely popular with 10 billion streams on Spotify alone. In 2025, the band will be touring California for many to enjoy.
Lone Star NYE: Countdown to 2025 will include the Reunion Tower live fireworks spectacular presented by Hunt Realty Investments and Reunion Tower.
This year spectators will experience a 500-drone light show as part of the annual presentation of panoramic fireworks and tower light show, including more than 5,000 special pyrotechnic effects fired from Reunion Tower and the 259 LED light display.
The drone light show, engineered and flown by DFW-based Sky Elements, will light up the sky at heights of up to 700 feet and create an array of visual elements and an immersive experience never seen before above the Dallas skyline.
In addition to traditional cable/satellite viewing options, you can also watch Lone Star NYE: Countdown to 2025 on the "NBC Dallas Fort Worth News" 24/7 live streaming channel, which is also available for viewing on Roku, Samsung TV Plus, Amazon Fire TV, Xumo Play, Google Play, Freevee, TCLtv+ and Local Now. Peacock premium subscribers can also stream live.
NBC 5 will also stream Lone Star NYE: Countdown to 2025 live on NBCDFW.com and the NBCDFW app. You can download the free “NBC 5 DFW” app from iTunes and Google Play.
Viewers who are watching Lone Star NYE: Countdown to 2025 can join in on the festivities through social media, using the hashtag #LoneStarNYE. Selected posts will be included in the broadcast to show celebrations going on in all six states where the show can be seen.
NBC 5 is the hometown broadcaster of Lone Star NYE: Countdown to 2025 which will air in an additional 23 markets on Nexstar and its partner television stations in six states.
Stations and websites airing the special:
Are the kids ready to ring in the new year but their 8 o’clock bedtime is putting a damper on the festivities? Check out these daytime family-friendly events where the little ones can celebrate the new year and still be home in time for bed. Another perk: You’ll have time to attend your adult party later.Be sure to check websites for possible schedule changes and other updates and visit our Go See DFW ca...
Are the kids ready to ring in the new year but their 8 o’clock bedtime is putting a damper on the festivities? Check out these daytime family-friendly events where the little ones can celebrate the new year and still be home in time for bed. Another perk: You’ll have time to attend your adult party later.
Be sure to check websites for possible schedule changes and other updates and visit our Go See DFW calendar to find more events.
Kick off the new year with a dip in the pool — a very big pool. Epic Waters is holding a family-friendly celebration to ring in the new year at its 800,000-square-foot indoor-outdoor water park complex in Grand Prairie. The luau-themed party includes circus and aerial performances, hula dancing, interactive games, music and new-year countdowns with rubber duck drops at 6 p.m., 8 p.m., 10 p.m. and midnight. For an additional fee, you can also enjoy a luau dinner buffet.
Details: Dec. 31 from 1 p.m. to Jan. 1 at 1 a.m. at Epic Waters in Grand Prairie. $44 for the party only, $76 for the party and dinner. Free for children 3 and younger. epicwatersgp.com/epic-fam-ny.
Meet at Entry Plaza at the Children’s Adventure Garden and say goodbye to 2024 at a Noon Year’s Eve celebration. Enjoy a ball drop, bubble dance party and winter STEM activities.
Details: Dec. 31 at noon in the Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden at the Dallas Arboretum. Admission is $22 for adults and $13 for children, plus $3 admission to the Children’s Adventure Garden. dallasarboretum.org/visitor-information/gardens-and-pavilions/childrens-adventure-garden.
Join The Learning Experience for a fun daytime New Year’s Eve Party. Enjoy music, dancing and food trucks as you wait for the countdown for the noon balloon drop.
Details: Dec. 31 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Learning Experience in Dallas. Free. facebook.com/TheLearningExperienceFrankford.
Join Sci-Tech Discovery Center for a science-centric Noon Year’s Eve celebration. The event includes multiple countdowns with a ball drop as well as crafts and holiday-themed STEM activities.
Details: Dec. 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sci-Tech Discovery Center in Frisco. $15, free for children under 3. Timed tickets are required. mindstretchingfun.org.
The littles can toast the new year at a celebration that includes party poppers and a confetti drop at noon in the atrium. They can also learn about New Year’s resolutions, have fun with crafts and visit the museum’s exhibits. This is a popular event, so reserve your spot early.
Details: Dec. 31 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. $16, $14 for seniors 65 and up, $12 for ages 3-11, free for ages 2 and younger. fwmuseum.org.
Head to the Christmas tree at The Shops at Highland Village in Denton County for a New Year’s Noon celebration for kids. The countdown to noon features balloons with tickets that contain prizes. Enjoy an interactive dance party featuring a DJ spinning tunes, face painting, a photo experience, games, a stilt walker and costumed characters.
Details: Dec. 31 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Shops at Highland Village in Highland Village. Free. theshopsathighlandvillage.com.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with the family a little early at The HUB. Dance along to a Taylor Swift tribute band, get your face painted and ring in the new year at 9 p.m. with a ball drop. Kids eat free with an adult food purchase.
Details: Dec. 31 from 5 to 9 p.m. at The HUB in Allen. Free. hubofficial.com.
Get out and play on New Year’s Day at this festival that benefits Vogel Alcove, a nonprofit supporting children experiencing poverty and homelessness. Highlights include a mechanical reindeer, inflatable slides, rock-climbing walls, zorb ball racing, a snow maze, roving costumed characters, and live performances by musicians and magicians. A drone show from America’s Got Talent finalist Sky Elements will close out the party.
Details: Jan. 1 from noon to 7 p.m. at the Irving Convention Center. $15, free for ages 17 and younger, $25 for VIP experience. vogelalcove.org/day-1-dfw.
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