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 Ball-Eddleman-Mc Farland-House 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 Fort Worth, TX is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Trinity 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 Bonnell's Fine Texas Cuisine or visit Hells Half Acre, 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 Fort Worth, 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 Fort Worth, 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 Fort Worth, 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.
After a Catholic leader dismissed seven south Arlington nuns from their order, a foundation in support of the sisters is exploring potential legal action.Six months ago, the Vatican named Mother Marie of the Incarnation, president of the Association of Christ the King, as the “lawful superior” to “exercise full governance” over the Monastery of the Most Holy Trinity in Arlington. But the nuns have instead sough...
After a Catholic leader dismissed seven south Arlington nuns from their order, a foundation in support of the sisters is exploring potential legal action.
Six months ago, the Vatican named Mother Marie of the Incarnation, president of the Association of Christ the King, as the “lawful superior” to “exercise full governance” over the Monastery of the Most Holy Trinity in Arlington. But the nuns have instead sought to keep Rev. Mother Teresa Agnes Gerlach as their leader.
For over a year, Gerlach has been at the center of a series of religious and legal disputes between the Arlington order and Fort Worth Catholic Bishop Michael Olson. Olson has accused Gerlach of violating her chastity vow with a priest. In an audio recording played during a June 2023 court hearing, Gerlach had admitted to violating her chastity vow on two separate occasions. She said the affair only happened by phone at another point of the recording.
In September, the Arlington order announced it reelected Gerlach as their leader and affiliated themselves with the Society of Saint Pius X, a traditionalist fraternity of priests once in schism with the Vatican. In early October, the sisters also transferred ownership of their monastery to a new foundation. Both Olson and Marie have previously called the nuns’ most recent elections invalid.
Marie alleges the nuns “have chosen to break faith” with the Catholic Church by denying the authority of Marie, Olson and the Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of the Apostolic Life, a group within the Vatican that oversees matters relating to religious orders.
As she dismissed the nuns from the order, Marie called their association with the Society of Saint Pius X “unlawful” and their transfer of monastery ownership “illicit.”
“These wrongs are exacerbated by their illicit expropriation of the juridic person of the Carmelite Monastery, in which the nuns, utilizing civil law, entrusted to lay people, both Catholic and non-Catholic alike, the patrimony and property of the Arlington Carmelite community,” Marie said in her Oct. 28 statement, published by the Diocese of Fort Worth at her request.
Marie’s statements in reference to the Friends of the Discalced Carmelite Nuns of Arlington Inc., a group made up of supporters and those who have family in the Arlington order, could be legally actionable comments, said foundation chairman Michael J. Mallick.
“As a real estate investor, I take those types of comments very seriously, because unless Mother Marie is a real estate expert or her attorneys have said that, that is an actionable comment,” Mallick said. “It won’t be tolerated.”
Mallick said the foundation is actively investigating Marie’s statements to see if there could be potential legal action ahead.
The seven women making up the Arlington monastery are to return back to a “lay state,” or a non-ordained member of the church, Marie said in her Oct. 28 statement.
Marie’s statements follow Olson’s September announcement that the sisters are going “further down the path of disobedience to and disunity” with the Catholic Church. He warned Catholics to stay away from the monastery or they might be accosted with “scandalous disobedience.” Olson has previously warned that Gerlach could be excommunicated.
A dismissal does not always lead up to excommunication, said Matthew Wilson, a professor at Southern Methodist University who specializes in politics and religion. He is also the Kairo Endowed Director of the Center for Faith and Learning at the university.
“They could still go to Mass and receive Communion, just like any lay Catholic can,” Wilson said. “But what the bishop and Mother Marie are saying is they cannot, rightly, call themselves Carmelite nuns.”
A decree of dismissal does not have effect unless it has been confirmed by the church’s central governing body known as The Holy See, according to the Code of Canon Law, a set of rules and policies that govern the Catholic Church.
After the Report asked for clarification on whether Marie’s Oct. 28 statement was confirmed by The Holy See, a spokesperson for the Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth directed the Report to contact Marie’s attorney, Michael Anderson. He did not immediately reply to a request for comment.
“The diocese had no role in Mother Marie’s decision to issue a statement regarding the Arlington Carmel,” said John Cuccaro, director of communications for the diocese. “Bishop Olson asks that the faithful of the Diocese of Fort Worth continue to pray for all involved and for the Catholic Church in North Texas.”
The 72-acre south Arlington property, currently appraised at a value of $3.8 million, has been a focal point in the ongoing tension between the nuns and Olson. Supporters of the Carmelite order have accused Olson of seeking to gain control of the monastery, which Olson and the Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth have denied in the past and in an Oct. 28 statement.
The feud began in April 2023, after Olson ordered an investigation into Gerlach over accusations she broke her chastity vow with a priest. Civil lawsuits filed by the nuns accusing Olson of illegally accessing electronic communications have since been dismissed by a judge or voluntarily dropped by the sisters.
Looking ahead, the Arlington Discalced Carmelite Nuns have not been formally excommunicated, but Olson could do so in the future, making the sisters ineligible to receive the sacraments, Wilson said. The sisters could also repent and ask for reinstatement, he said.
“They can always ask for that,” Wilson said. “But until and unless they do that, nothing’s really going to change in this situation.”
Marissa Greene is a Report for America corps member, covering faith for the Fort Worth Report. Contact her at [email protected] or @marissaygreene. At the Fort Worth Report, news decisions are made independently of our board members and financial supporters. Read more about our editorial independence policy here.
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Melt Ice Creams will return to downtown Fort Worth in 2025, after closing a shop in the area earlier this year.The artisan ice cream shop opened its first-ever location in 2014 in Fort Worth’s Near Southside. In the decade since, Melt has opened an additional location in Fort Worth, plus shops in Dallas and Willow Park.Melt’s newest Fort Worth location will open in downtown early next year at 700 Main St.? More trending stories...
Melt Ice Creams will return to downtown Fort Worth in 2025, after closing a shop in the area earlier this year.
The artisan ice cream shop opened its first-ever location in 2014 in Fort Worth’s Near Southside. In the decade since, Melt has opened an additional location in Fort Worth, plus shops in Dallas and Willow Park.
Melt’s newest Fort Worth location will open in downtown early next year at 700 Main St.
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Melt’s new shop will be just a few minutes from its previous Sundance Square location at 308 Houston St.
The Houston Street location closed in September 2024, after five years of operation. In the closing announcement, Melt hinted that another downtown location may be in the works.
“Though this location is closing, our other shops remain open and we’re excited to share upcoming developments in downtown Fort Worth,” Melt officials wrote in a Sept. 3 Facebook post.
Now nearly two months later, Melt is announcing its return to downtown Fort Worth.
“I am thrilled to bring Melt back to the downtown Fort Worth community!” Melt founder Kari Crowe-Seher said in a press release. “We’re super excited to be close to all of the action at the Fort Worth Convention Center and to be part of the downtown scene once again.”
Melt is know for its limited-batch, artisan ice creams.
A few flavors that are available year-round include cookie crush, salt lick, peanut butter explosion and more. The ice cream shop also offers seasonal flavors such as caramel apple cheesecake, maple bourbon pumpkin pie, cookie butter and dark chocolate tahini.
In total, Melt currently has four locations across North Texas:
Not planning to go trick-or-treating this year, but still want to join in on some Halloween fun? Check out these events taking place throughout the remainder of the week.Fort Worth Halloween Bar CrawlCome dressed to impress at this official Halloween bar crawl starting at Bar 2909 at 5 p.m. Your $13+ ticket includes access to all bars, drink and food specials, and entry to th...
Not planning to go trick-or-treating this year, but still want to join in on some Halloween fun? Check out these events taking place throughout the remainder of the week.
Fort Worth Halloween Bar CrawlCome dressed to impress at this official Halloween bar crawl starting at Bar 2909 at 5 p.m. Your $13+ ticket includes access to all bars, drink and food specials, and entry to the costume contest.
Halloween BashCome in costume or come as you are to this family-friendly boo bash from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Fort Worth Public Library’s Ella Mae Shamblee branch.
Halloween At HaltomDon your best costume, head to Haltom Theater in Haltom City, and mosh to music from Toxxic Madness, Beach Goths, Dante’s Dead, and more starting at 6 p.m. Tickets are $10.
“Dracula”At 6:30 p.m., stop by The Modern to spend Halloween evening watching Ted Browning’s 1931 “Dracula.” Members can get in for free, and tickets for non-members are $5.
Biggest Halloween Party on West 7thStart the evening at 9 p.m. and party until 2 a.m. at Texas Republic. This party will feature drink specials, a live DJ, and a costume contest with a $5,000 cash prize. RSVPs are free, but VIP tickets start at $10.
Halloween Trick or Trot 5K/10KJoin this small group 5K, 10K, or half marathon on the Trinity River Trail on Friday, Nov. 1 from 6 to 8 p.m. and end the run with candy. Tickets start at $35.
Fort Worth “Boos Fest”Keep the Halloween spirit(s) going through the weekend at this $22.49+ bar crawl up West 7th on Saturday, Nov. 2. Start at El Chingon at 5 p.m. and keep crawling through midnight.
The Fort Worth Zoo announced the release of a record number of Texas horned lizards back into their natural environment this year on its X account. Out of the 617 horned lizards that were hatched at the Fort Worth Zoo, 301 were released at Mason Mountain Wildlife Management Area, as part of the zoo’s conservation program with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and other zoo partners.As pioneers in breeding Texas horned liz...
The Fort Worth Zoo announced the release of a record number of Texas horned lizards back into their natural environment this year on its X account.
Out of the 617 horned lizards that were hatched at the Fort Worth Zoo, 301 were released at Mason Mountain Wildlife Management Area, as part of the zoo’s conservation program with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and other zoo partners.
As pioneers in breeding Texas horned lizards, the Fort Worth Zoo also maintains the largest group of these reptiles under human care, according to a news release.
Since the lizard project began in 2011, the zoo has refined breeding and care protocols, which are now used by various organizations across Texas.
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“The more we study and learn about horned lizard behavior, reproduction, and interactions with other organisms and communities within their preferred habitat, the faster we can decipher key factors for the establishment of populations in new areas,” said Diane Barber, senior curator of ectotherms.
301! Yes, you read that right. This little hatchling marks number 301 to be released by the Fort Worth Zoo this year alone! The Zoo’s Texas Horned Lizard Conservation Coalition has reached new heights with a record-breaking number of lizards hatched this year. pic.twitter.com/Cdv875CjSv
— Fort Worth Zoo (@FortWorthZoo) October 11, 2024
According to Texas Parks and Wildlife, this species is also known as a horny toad. The lizard features several noticeable horns, with two central spines that are significantly longer than the others. It is brownish and adorned with two rows of fringed scales on either side of its body.
The species — classified as threatened in Texas — is found from the south-central United States down to northern Mexico, covering some portions of Oklahoma, Kansas and New Mexico, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife. Its habitat is arid and semiarid environments, typically in open areas with limited vegetation. The lizards often live in loose sand or loamy soils, which allow them to dig for hibernation, nesting and insulation.
The conservation success was in collaboration with the Dallas Zoo, Caldwell Zoo, Fossil Rim Wildlife Center and Pearland Nature Center.
Sign up for essential news for the Fort Worth area. Delivered to your inbox — completely free.FORT WORTH, Texas – The Fort Worth Zoo proudly announces the release of a record-breaking number of Texas horned lizards into their native range. This conservation success was the result of collaboration with partner institutions: Dallas Zoo, Caldwell Zoo, Fossil Rim Wildlife Center and Pearland Nature Center. An incredible 301 of the 617 Texas ho...
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FORT WORTH, Texas – The Fort Worth Zoo proudly announces the release of a record-breaking number of Texas horned lizards into their native range. This conservation success was the result of collaboration with partner institutions: Dallas Zoo, Caldwell Zoo, Fossil Rim Wildlife Center and Pearland Nature Center. An incredible 301 of the 617 Texas horned lizards released were hatched at the Fort Worth Zoo.
The Fort Worth Zoo was the first zoo to successfully breed the species and maintains the largest breeding group of Texas horned lizards under human care. Since the inception of the horned lizard project in 2011, protocols for the iconic reptile’s breeding and husbandry have been developed and perfected at the Fort Worth Zoo and are now replicated by several organizations around the state.
Over the past 13 years, the Zoo has continued to share the methodologies and strategies staff has learned with other institutions that are fighting against horned lizard extinction. Establishing a stable population of horned lizards in the wild is complex and requires resources, expertise and collaboration from various disciplines across several institutions. This year’s record number of hatchlings is indicative of this collective effort, leading to improving hatch rates, release numbers and reproduction in the wild.
“The more we study and learn about horned lizard behavior, reproduction, and interactions with other organisms and communities within their preferred habitat, the faster we can decipher key factors for establishment of populations in new areas,” said Diane Barber, senior curator of ectotherms.
The hatchlings were released into the wild at Mason Mountain Wildlife Management Area as part of the Zoo’s Texas horned lizard conservation program with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and zoo partners. Alongside partners from Texas Christian University (TCU) and TPWD, the Zoo tracks released hatchlings through adulthood and eventually, reproduction in the wild, which is a sign of a thriving population.
“We are excited to continue to reach annual milestones and expand partners in our program,” says Barber. “We would not be able to double our production of offspring for reintroduction efforts without these partners and the support of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.”
The nationally acclaimed Fort Worth Zoo has been voted a top zoo in North America by USA Today, one of the “World’s Greatest” by BloombergTV, the Best Zoo in Texas by Yahoo Travel, the No. 5 zoo in the nation by USA Travel Guide, the No. 1 family attraction in the DFW Metroplex by Zagat survey and a Top 10 Zoo or Aquarium by FamilyFun magazine. Home to nearly 7,000 animals, the Zoo is beginning its final installment of a four-phase master plan. The first phase, African Savanna, opened in 2018; the second phase, Elephant Springs, opened in 2021; the third, Predators of Asia & Africa, opened in June 2023. The fourth and final phase, Forests & Jungles of the World, is next. The institution’s focus on education and conservation is second to none, enhancing the lives of more than 1 million visitors a year and the animals that live there.
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