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 F. B. Henderson House - Frank Lloyd Wright 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 Elmhurst, IL is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
Home Care Services
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 is very responsive with schedule change requests. They connected my father”
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“Teagan, it has brought me so much joy and comfort knowing that my Mom has”
“I again want to compliment Shannon on her fine work as my uncle's caregiver. She”
“I again want to compliment Shannon on her fine work as my uncle's caregiver. She is”
“Want to recognize Jeff for his kind, empathetic communication on the phone trying to help”
“Dear Jeff, I’m sorry this note is so late in arriving. I just wanted to say”
“I recently worked with Michelle Kramer at Always Best Care. I would recommend Michelle to”
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“I believe when someone does an outstanding job they deserve recognition. My mom has two”
“I believe when someone does an outstanding job they deserve recognition. My mom has two”
“i had no idea where to even start looking for a memory care facility for”
“I have recommend ABC Senior Services to several clients and have always received great feedback.”
“We cannot say enough about our experience with the team at Always Best Care, Chicagoland.”
“Setup a caretaker from Always Best for my Grandpa. The representative John that helped me”
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“I have seen this team serve local clients with great care and compassion. Matt and”
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“ABC responded rapidly and with competency and compassion to an urgent family care need. With”
“ABC was a godsend helping to take care of our dear father. Owner Matt and”
“They take a personal touch. The owner Matt is awesome. He came to our home”
“They take a personal touch. The owner Matt is awesome. He came to our home”
“Matt and his team were first rate. Our family was extremely pleased with ABC.”
“I am a past client of this provider I got Always Best Care of Chicagoland &”
“This company is the best. The owner Matt showed me a whole new definition to”
“Our family worked with ABC to provide first just nighttime caregivers, but eventually 24/7 caregivers”
“We hired a care giver for a night to help me at my daughters wedding”
“If you are looking for a home care company that is caring and responsive to”
“ABC was very responsive to our situation and came through for us quickly. They communicated”
“Always Best Care was more like a family member than a service. Matt, the owner,”
“I called to get help for my aunt. I needed someone to help out on”
“Great experience with this agency. Very caring and compassionate. Very responsive to communication when changes”
“Always Best Care Senior Services or DuPage, IL., was a life saver and I would”
“They are wonderful. Best caregivers. We loved all the ones that came into our home”
“It took me a long time to decide to have a stranger in my house”
“They've been caring for my father-in-law for over a year and I'd be lost without”
“Caring, tireless effort to accommodate our needs.”
“ABC provided wonderful service to our loved one and this kindness extended to our family”
“I would like to thank all the people who work for abc. Everybody took the”
“They are wonderful. Best caregivers. We loved all the ones that came into our home”
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“Always Best Care Senior Services or DuPage, IL., was a life saver and I would”
“They've been caring for my father-in-law for over a year and I'd be lost without”
“It took me a long time to decide to have a stranger in my house”
“I have been an employee of Always Best Care for the past 6 months ,and”
“I love working at Always Best Care. The staff goes out of their way to”
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“We want to express our deepest gratitude for the compassionate and dedicated care Always Best Care provided to our mother, Rita K, during her final days. As caregivers, Judy and Lu were remarkable. Their kindness, patience, tenderness and sensitivity to our mother's need brought immense comfort to our family during this difficult time. They made mom feel safe and cherished. Also, thank you to you and the team at ABC for a memorial tree being planted in memory of our mother, Rita”
“Always Best Care is very responsive with schedule change requests. They connected my father with an excellent care giver. Full disclosure it took 2 or 3 other care givers who did not work out but found excellent care giver who became almost like a member of the family. I highly recommend Always Best Care.”
“Amazing company!”
“Teagan, it has brought me so much joy and comfort knowing that my Mom has a caregiver such as yourself, who has consistently been working with her. I am so grateful you are still available to work with her during the times she is living with me and my family. Thank you for all that you do!”
“I again want to compliment Shannon on her fine work as my uncle's caregiver. She truly came from above. Today is his 92nd Birthday and I can't be there, but she has made the day special for him with cake and small gifts. She also keeps close tabs on his failing health and coordinates his care excellently. She goes above and beyond what would be expected. I don't know Rihanna as well, but she, too, sounds like she cares for my uncle in a kind and positive way. My uncle can be demanding and cranky and they both do a good job maintaining an upbeat attitude. Last but not least, I appreciate Ana for juggling so many clients and caregivers, which in our own situation seem to change on a dime, yet she always comes through. Thanks again”
“I again want to compliment Shannon on her fine work as my uncle's caregiver. She is truly heaven-sent. Today is his 92nd Birthday and I can't be there, but she has made the day special for him with cake and small gifts. She also keeps close tabs on his failing health and coordinates his care excellently. She goes above and beyond what would be expected. I don't know Rihanna as well, but she, too, sounds like she cares for my uncle in a kind and positive way. My uncle can be demanding and cranky and they both do a good job maintaining an upbeat attitude. Finally, I appreciate Ana for juggling so many clients and caregivers, which in our own situation seem to change on a dime, yet she always comes through. Thanks again”
“Want to recognize Jeff for his kind, empathetic communication on the phone trying to help us with our wheelchair bound friend. The medical system leaves disabled people behind to fend for themselves. Jeff is really trying to work with us to provide some kind of care for our friend who can't help himself. Jeff makes the world a happier place. Thank you Jeff and Always Best!”
“Dear Jeff, I’m sorry this note is so late in arriving. I just wanted to say how much I appreciated all your help during this very trying time in our lives. The people that came and helped care for Mickey were kind, thoughtful and loving. He was treated with dignity and respect, he deserved that. Thank you for that and please pass on my regards to all that enriched our lives. It was much appreciated.”
“I recently worked with Michelle Kramer at Always Best Care. I would recommend Michelle to anyone who is navigating Senior care for their loved one. Michelle is so knowledgeable as she has been in the industry for so long. She helped me to find places to move my dad, she knew all the answers to the hard questions that I had. Michelle was just amazing and I literally could not have moved my dad recently without her help. I also used their care facilities in July when I moved my dad to his first memory care facility to help him transition. Their caregivers were great and they were so flexible with the times that I needed someone with my dad.”
“We want to thank you all for all the help over the last 5 months And we recognize there is a chance we will need help again in the future. Jeff pls thank Virgie, Tia and the rest of the team Everyone was fantastic!!”
“We want to thank you all for all the help over the last 5 months And we recognize there is a chance we will need help again in the future. Jeff pls thank Virgie, Tia and the rest of the team Everyone was fantastic!!”
“I believe when someone does an outstanding job they deserve recognition. My mom has two excellent care givers. I stop by my moms one to two times a week. My mom and her house are well cared for each time I stop by. Most often they don't know I am coming, so I know she is receiving wonderful care all the time. My mom has dementia and she realizes that she can't remember most things. It is a large weight off my mind knowing that I couldn't ask for better caregivers. Felicia and Sadie are to be commended for the wonderful job they do taking care of my mom.”
“I believe when someone does an outstanding job they deserve recognition. My mom has two excellent care givers. I stop by my moms one to two times a week. My mom and her house are well cared for each time I stop by. Most often they don't know I am coming, so I know she is receiving wonderful care all the time. My mom has dementia and she realizes that she can't remember most things. It is a large weight off my mind knowing that I couldn't ask for better caregivers. Felicia and Sadie are to be commended for the wonderful job they do taking care of my mom.”
“i had no idea where to even start looking for a memory care facility for my husband. Matt Friscia was extremely helpful and immediately put me at ease, asking about my situation, my husband's level of alzheimers and my budget. i was so relieved when he provided me with several possible facilities. i was lucky enough to ultimately decide on the first place on the list. My husband is receiving excellent care now and i have peace of mind that i chose the best place!”
“I have recommend ABC Senior Services to several clients and have always received great feedback. Matt and team are always professional, efficient, and go above and beyond to care for my Seniors. Very dependable!”
“We cannot say enough about our experience with the team at Always Best Care, Chicagoland. It gave us so much peace to know the great care our Uncle was receiving during a very difficult time. If you live in the Chicagoland area and are looking for excellent, in home care services for a loved one, you cannot go wrong with the team at Always Best Care! First class operation!”
“Setup a caretaker from Always Best for my Grandpa. The representative John that helped me out was knowledgeable and made everything very easy to get going. The caretaker Linda that they sent out has been great, very personable and friendly! Don't know what we would have done without her help.”
“I can't say enough good things about EVERYONE at Always Best Care Senior Services in Lombard. Matt, the Caregiver Aides and ALL the support staff cared for my two 99 year old Alzheimer stricken parents as if they were their parents. EVERYONE is extremely dedicated, knowledgeable and worked tirelessly to care for my very elderly parents whenever things changed, which was most of the time. You can trust them 100% with the care of your family members. Also, their fees are very reasonable.”
“The care provided by Always Best Care senior Services was better than could ever be expected. They truly care about the care of my Mom and her well being. Matt and his team always went beyond what could reasonably be expected to assist with my Mom's care. I feel vary lucky to have found Always Best Care Senior Services for My Mom's care and highly recommend them to any one looking for this type of help for a loved one.”
“I have seen this team serve local clients with great care and compassion. Matt and his team of professionals are VERY responsive and ready to problem-solve on behalf of patients. Whether planning ahead, or in a pinch, this is a team worth considering for your loved one’s care.”
“The caregivers are terrific. They are also very nice people. The management is professional and conscientious. I highly recommend them”
“ABC responded rapidly and with competency and compassion to an urgent family care need. With gratitude- Jeannine Forrest, PhD, RN”
“ABC was a godsend helping to take care of our dear father. Owner Matt and his team are very professional, supportive and caring. I highly recommend this company if anyone needs help with a loved one.”
“They take a personal touch. The owner Matt is awesome. He came to our home in the beginning and answered all of our questions and some we didn’t even know we had. He keeps in tough and is easily accessible. The caregivers are all very professional and warm. Virgie our caregiver became one of the family. It is truly a warm wonderful company. If you need to use a caregiver I highly recommend ABC.”
“They take a personal touch. The owner Matt is awesome. He came to our home in the beginning and answered all of our questions and some we didn’t even know we had. He keeps in tough and is easily accessible. The caregivers are all very professional and warm. Virgie our caregiver became one of the family. It is truly a warm wonderful company. If you need to use a caregiver I highly recommend ABC.”
“Matt and his team were first rate. Our family was extremely pleased with ABC.”
“I am a past client of this provider I got Always Best Care of Chicagoland & South Suburbs last December. They help in light meal prep, housekeeping, getting my mail, taking out the garbage can, washing the dishes, and changing my sheets. The caregiver was excellent, phenomenal, and always on time. I can't say enough about her. I only had her 2 days a week, Tuesday and Friday.”
“This company is the best. The owner Matt showed me a whole new definition to what family really means. There are way too many compliments to list. The name I want to give to his company and staff is “Making a difference in Families”. Thank you Matt and to your staff for taking care of mine. Mariella”
“Our family worked with ABC to provide first just nighttime caregivers, but eventually 24/7 caregivers for our father. ABC provided well-trained caregivers who were competent, personable and friendly. Management was attentive, flexible and responsive to our needs as they changed over time. We were very pleased with their services.”
“We hired a care giver for a night to help me at my daughters wedding I’m in a wheelchair we had Chris who helped me get dressed and get around at the wedding then when we got home he helped my wife get into the house and get me situated for the night my wife asked if we needed him again would he be ok if we asked for him again he said absolutely we would use them again”
“If you are looking for a home care company that is caring and responsive to your needs, Always Best Care is the company for you! Matt was professional, honest and genuinely concerned about meeting our needs in caring for our mom. Her actual caregiver, Debbie, was fantastic. As a health care professional myself with high standards I can honestly say I was beyond pleased with ABC.”
“ABC was very responsive to our situation and came through for us quickly. They communicated with us well and updated us regularly. I would recommend ABC”
“Always Best Care was more like a family member than a service. Matt, the owner, was kind, supportive and flexible with all needs and requests. His responsiveness to my requests was immediate. The caregivers were caring and trustworthy. Both Matt and the caregivers were attentive to my friends needs and concerns. My friend was extremely anxious about strangers coming into his house to provide care. Always Best Care made it so easy for my friend to quickly adapt because they are so personable and attentive.”
“I called to get help for my aunt. I needed someone to help out on the weekends. They were able to get someone immediately . Then shortly after that I needed someone more weekday hours as well. They immediately had someone to come out and help. Matt, the owner, was kind, supportive and flexible in all my requests and everything couldn't of worked out any better. The caretakers were caring and took great care of my aunt who was in a wheelchair. I truly could not have gotten through all this without Matt and Always Best Care.”
“Great experience with this agency. Very caring and compassionate. Very responsive to communication when changes were necessary. Always has the clients best interest in mind. Personally get involved with their clients. Highly recommend!”
“Always Best Care Senior Services or DuPage, IL., was a life saver and I would recommend using their services...Art who was sent to help take care of my father for a very important event was prompt, considerate , friendly and took excellent care of my father helping him get ready for his son's, my brothers wedding.. Thank you ABC...”
“They are wonderful. Best caregivers. We loved all the ones that came into our home especially Rosa and Rochelle. They took very care of me at a difficult time. My daughter is recovering nicelyy.”
“It took me a long time to decide to have a stranger in my house to care for my husband Keith. When I started calling for care services I was skeptical. . Then I called Always Best Care and from the first conversation I knew they were perfect. My experience with everyone I encountered was like we were family. They are as caring as a family member could be for me and Keith. I now have an extended family not just a care giver service.”
“They've been caring for my father-in-law for over a year and I'd be lost without their help. Their caregivers are so caring and helpful; they don't just do their job, they go above and beyond to ensure the best care. I highly recommend them for your care needs.”
“Caring, tireless effort to accommodate our needs.”
“ABC provided wonderful service to our loved one and this kindness extended to our family as well. The staff was professional, compassionate and went well above and beyond. Thank you so much for helping us through a difficult time. I most highly recommend this company of wonderful people serving our precious elderly loved ones.”
“I would like to thank all the people who work for abc. Everybody took the best care of my mother-in-law at her time of need. I would like to recommend them to anybody in need of in home care for your loved one. They all were the best people you could ask for when the family needed them. Thanks again!!!”
“They are wonderful. Best caregivers. We loved all the ones that came into our home especially Rosa and Rochelle. They took very care of me at a difficult time. My daughter is recovering nucelyy.”
“I had a great experience with Best Care. The lady who took care of me after surgery was wonderful. She was helpful, nice and very caring. I will definitely use their services in the future if I need them again. And I will ask for the same caregiver. Thank you Always Best Care Chicagoland.”
“Always Best Care Senior Services or DuPage, IL., was a life saver and I would recommend using their services...Art who was sent to help take care of my father for a very important event was prompt, considerate , friendly and took excellent care of my father helping him get ready for his son's, my brothers wedding.. Thank you ABC... Scott”
“They've been caring for my father-in-law for over a year and I'd be lost without their help. Their caregivers are so caring and helpful; they don't just do their job, they go above and beyond to ensure the best care. I highly recommend them for your care needs.”
“It took me a long time to decide to have a stranger in my house to care for my husband Keith. When I started calling for care services I was skeptical. . Then I called Always Best Care and from the first conversation I knew they were perfect. My experience with everyone I encountered was like we were family. They are as caring as a family member could be for me and Keith. I now have an extended family not just a care giver service. Kathleen Carlson”
“I have been an employee of Always Best Care for the past 6 months ,and I love how professional they are ..”
“I love working at Always Best Care. The staff goes out of their way to help you in any situation.”
“We had an unexpected need to assist a family member on very short notice smack dab in the middle of the holidays. Matt did an awesome job assessing our needs and getting the resources in place”
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 Wilder 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 100 South Chop House and Grill or visit Fischer Windmill Historic Site, 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 Elmhurst, IL, 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 Elmhurst, IL 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
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She responded to Patch's questionnaire. She is running in the April 1 election.Patch Staff|Updated Fri, Feb 21, 2025 at 12:24 pm CTELMHURST, IL – Nicole "Nikki" Slowinski is one of five candidates for three seats on the Elmhurst School District 205 board.Here are her responses to the Patch questionnaire:Editor's note: The views expressed in the responses are the candidate's and are unedited by Patch.Name: Nicole “Nikki” S...
Patch Staff
|Updated Fri, Feb 21, 2025 at 12:24 pm CT
ELMHURST, IL – Nicole "Nikki" Slowinski is one of five candidates for three seats on the Elmhurst School District 205 board.
Here are her responses to the Patch questionnaire:
Editor's note: The views expressed in the responses are the candidate's and are unedited by Patch.
Name:
Nicole “Nikki” Slowinski
Town of residence:
Elmhurst
Age:
46
Campaign contact email:
Family:
Husband- Art Slowinski and four children (two stepchildren who are York graduates, son who attends Churchville Middle School, and daughter who attends Emerson Elementary School)
Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?
No
Education:
Bachelors of Science in Education from McPherson College and Master of Science in Health Promotion from the University of Northern Iowa
Occupation:
Human Resources, Executive Vice President of Talent Experience and Development
Previous or current elected or appointed office:
N/A
The single most pressing issue facing the school board is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.
What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
The state has given its worst financial rating to the district; that rating remains in effect. Is this fair? What can be done about it?
Are the district's property taxes too high, too low or just about right? Explain.
Do you support the district's increase in the number of employees even while enrollment is flat? Why or why not?
What is your view of students' performance on standardized tests? What can be done to improve scores?
How can the district narrow the gap in performance between low- and high-income students?
How is the district doing in getting good and bad news to the community?
How do you view the district's handling of the situation around its former facilities director, Todd Schmidt?
The district has declined to say who authorized Mr. Schmidt's personal spending on the district's credit card. Should the district reveal this information? Why or why not?
Is there any reason you would not serve your full term of office, other than those of health or family?
No, I am committed to serving our students, schools and community in this capacity and giving my full effort to help achieve our strategic plan.
What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?
My family has had an overwhelmingly positive experience in our schools and this community, having attended all levels of education within our district (and will continue through 2032). I wholeheartedly believe in our mission and strategic plan - to ensure we are preparing students for college, career, and life. In addition to my long standing involvement supporting our students, schools, and community - my career has given me years of experience that would make me a valuable asset to D205’s Board of Education. Lastly, I am committed to helping ensure all students have access to resources they need, we are good stewards of the community resources invested within our schools - maximizing value for students/schools/elmhurst, and we continue to advance excellence in our academics.
Such a complex may be part of the performing arts center development, the mayor said. Patch Staff|Updated Mon, Feb 3, 2025 at 3:45 pm CTELMHURST, IL – Elmhurst may see another 200-unit residential building downtown, the mayor indicated last week.The building would be part of a development that would feature the proposed Elmhurst Centre for Performing Arts, Mayor Scott Levin said d...
Patch Staff
|Updated Mon, Feb 3, 2025 at 3:45 pm CT
ELMHURST, IL – Elmhurst may see another 200-unit residential building downtown, the mayor indicated last week.
The building would be part of a development that would feature the proposed Elmhurst Centre for Performing Arts, Mayor Scott Levin said during a candidates forum.
The developer is Minneapolis-based Ryan Companies, which opened the 200-unit Vyne on Haven apartment complex last April.
At last week's League of Women voters forum, Levin said the performing arts center would be a "real boon" to downtown Elmhurst.
He said money from the downtown tax increment financing district, or TIF, would be appropriate for the project.
"Not only will (the project) beautify and increase the functionality of downtown, but it will increase the tax base of what we're bringing into the city and for the schools," Levin said. "We need to get behind this. We don't have to put funds of our own, but a TIF incentive is clearly the right way to go."
A representative of the performing center's nonprofit group referred Patch's questions about the possible 200-unit building to Ryan Companies. A Ryan spokeswoman said she had no information available as of Monday morning.
At the forum, Mark Mulliner, Levin's opponent in the April 1 election, said the center would be a "tremendous" asset for the city.
"However, the one thing I would say is that we need to be cautious about it. Those TIF dollars should be used for specific purposes of infrastructure improvements and providing some overall benefit," said Mulliner, a former longtime alderman.
He said the city had ways it could help the center, but "I don't think we should be the financial funding group behind it."
The League of Women Voters also asked City Council candidates about whether they favored the city's financially helping the center. Here are their answers:
Ward 2
Ward 4
Ward 5
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Meanwhile, the school board plans to resume its pandemic practice of posting committee videos.Patch Staff|Updated Tue, Feb 4, 2025 at 11:10 am CTELMHURST, IL – Elmhurst Mayor Scott Levin is opposed to the recording of the City Council's committee meetings, where aldermen have long said their real work takes place.Meanwhile, Elmhurst school board President Athena Arvanitis said last wee...
Patch Staff
|Updated Tue, Feb 4, 2025 at 11:10 am CT
ELMHURST, IL – Elmhurst Mayor Scott Levin is opposed to the recording of the City Council's committee meetings, where aldermen have long said their real work takes place.
Meanwhile, Elmhurst school board President Athena Arvanitis said last week that the school district plans to bring back its pandemic practice of recording committee meetings.
Both entities livestream their main meetings – the council and the school board.
In June 2023, Elmhurst aldermen Michael Bram, Rex Irby and Karen Sienko asked the council to consider either video or audio recording committee meetings.
More than a year and a half later, the council has not acted on the request.
At last week's League of Women Voters candidates forum, the mayoral candidates were asked about recording committee meetings.
Mayor School Levin acknowledged the aldermen's request. He said he may change his mind as a result of the proposal, but he said he was against recording meetings.
"People need to speak freely," Levin said. "It's so easy to take a piece of a clip that's recorded and use it against the person who says it."
He also said it could be intimidating for residents who want to speak at committee meetings. They, too, could become the victim of out-of-context clips posted online, he said.
Finally, Levin said, the cost of installing camera equipment in the four committee meeting rooms would come at a cost. (The aldermen, though, included audio in their request.)
Mark Mulliner, Levin's opponent in the April 1 election, favored recording meetings.
"I don't believe we should hide anything," the former longtime alderman said.
However, Mulliner said the public should understand that committee meetings often involve brainstorming.
"Sometimes ideas are thrown out at meetings, and they may not be an idea that people are really thinking about, but they want some ideas and some feedback," he said.
Asked at the forum about recording committee meetings, board President Arvanitis said the schools would resume that practice this month.
In summer 2022, the board ended the recording of quarterly meetings of its finance and policy committees. That move, the school district said at the time, would reduce the number of staff needed at those sessions.
The League of Women Voters criticized the decision, saying it was the board's effort to "insulate itself from the community it serves." Since then, the league has video-recorded committee meetings and posted them on social media.
The board's decision came at a time when the finance committee was reviewing $168 million in building projects, which voters approved in a 2018 referendum.
ELMHURST, IL – Most Elmhurst alderman candidates said last week the city had no easy answers for the problem of housing affordability.A median-valued housing unit in Elmhurst is priced at $532,000, according to the U.S. Census.At a forum last week, the League of Women Voters asked candidates how they would address the struggle of local senior citizens who want to downsize to find affordable housing.Ward 2 Alderman Jacob Hill said he was for the city looking into allowing "accessory dwelling units," common...
ELMHURST, IL – Most Elmhurst alderman candidates said last week the city had no easy answers for the problem of housing affordability.
A median-valued housing unit in Elmhurst is priced at $532,000, according to the U.S. Census.
At a forum last week, the League of Women Voters asked candidates how they would address the struggle of local senior citizens who want to downsize to find affordable housing.
Ward 2 Alderman Jacob Hill said he was for the city looking into allowing "accessory dwelling units," commonly known as "granny flats."
Accessory dwelling units come with a full kitchen and bathroom. They can be within a house, attached to a house or detached.
The issue of affordable housing, Hill said, was a "complex question."
Last July, Ward 5 candidate Dan Virgil spoke at a City Council meeting in favor of allowing accessory dwelling units, or ADUs. He said such an addition would be a good option to address the affordable housing crisis.
At the forum, Virgil said local seniors are feeling "squeezed out."
"It may be a bit controversial, but one option I think we need to look at is accessory dwelling units," he said. "These can provide more affordable housing."
The other Ward 5 candidate, Adam Park, said seniors are not the only ones affected. So too are younger adults. He noted his 24-year-old daughter got married the day before the forum, saying she would like to move to Elmhurst.
"There's not affordable housing for young people either," Park said. "There is no easy solution."
Alderman's Hill's Ward 2 opponent, Kevin Kirby, said Elmhurst's real estate market is a "gift and a curse."
"It's a gift that when one of us wants to go sell our home, we're probably going to make a profit on it," Kirby said. "It's a curse that when we want to buy back into this market, we're going to pay an elevated cost."
Through no fault of their own, he said, seniors feel as though they're being pushed out of the community as costs go up while they are on fixed incomes.
Ward 4 candidate Mike Baker also acknowledged the problem. Rising values benefit residents, but make it difficult or impossible for seniors looking to downsize to stay in Elmhurst, he said.
"For years, seniors have had few options to stay local after choosing it was time to sell the family home," he said. "New developments in the downtown area have had a good number of seniors who have chosen to downsize in one of these buildings."
In 2023, a state report showed that Elmhurst had 103 more affordable units than it did a decade earlier.
Elmhurst had 1,550 affordable housing units out of a total of 16,475 units, according to the report. That works out to 9.4 percent, up from 9.3 percent in 2013.
Elmhurst has nearly 1,000 more total units than it did a decade ago.
Of more than 1,300 towns in Illinois, Elmhurst ranked as the 47th least affordable for housing in 2023, the state report said.
The board president joined the district's secrecy on who signed off on personal spending. Patch Staff|Updated Thu, Mar 13, 2025 at 7:20 am CTELMHURST, IL – The head of the Elmhurst School District 205 board won't say whether the district should reveal who, if anyone, approved questionable credit card spending."Being a current board member, I cannot comment on personnel matters," board President ...
Patch Staff
|Updated Thu, Mar 13, 2025 at 7:20 am CT
ELMHURST, IL – The head of the Elmhurst School District 205 board won't say whether the district should reveal who, if anyone, approved questionable credit card spending.
"Being a current board member, I cannot comment on personnel matters," board President Athena Arvanitis said in response to a Patch candidate questionnaire last month.
At least a couple of her election rivals say the information on the approvals should be released.
In December, Patch reported that Todd Schmidt, the district's former facilities director, spent $46,000 on his public credit card for personal purposes, including on booze, cigars, restaurant meals and sorority payments, among other things.
Schmidt, arrested in November on charges of stealing from his mother, reimbursed the district every month with checks, essentially getting unofficial short-term loans.
Public records don't indicate who approved the spending, and the district has declined to say.
In January, the board struck a severance agreement with Schmidt's supervisor, Chris Whelton, assistant superintendent of finance, who agreed to resign at the end of February.
The district has hired an auditing firm to investigate its finances, an inquiry that is expected to last a few months.
Besides Arvanitis, four other candidates – John Bishof, Tom Chavez, Brian Bresnahan and Nicole "Nikki" Slowinski – are running for the school board in the April 1 election. Arvanitis is the lone incumbent. Three of the seven board seats are up.
In last month's questionnaire, Patch noted the district's decision to stay quiet about who approved Schmidt's credit card arrangement. The candidates were asked whether the district should reveal the information.
Two candidates, John Bishof and Tom Chavez, called for openness in this situation.
"I believe in transparency, so I think they should reveal this information," Bishof said. "However, it would seem that Chris Whelton took responsibility by offering his resignation."
Chavez, a longtime board critic, said the secrecy was another example of the district's "stonewalling" of taxpayers.
"Superintendent Keisha Campbell needs to come clean on the Schmidt/Whelton regime and provide full and complete transparency to the taxpayers of Elmhurst," he said. "Every contract that Whelton/Schmidt touched needs heavy scrutiny. Anything less is completely unacceptable and should raise eyebrows and suspicion that D205 has something to hide from taxpayers."
Bresnahan said transparency and accountability were essential in maintaining the public's trust in the district. Without being a part of the district's discussions, he said it was difficult to speak on what officials have found.
He said the discussion highlights a need for a reevaluation of the district's oversight, making sure proper safeguards are in place.
"I expect that the district has identified where those safeguards went wrong and are immediately strengthening them to ensure our tax dollars are preserved," Bresnahan said.
Slowsinski, though, appeared to take Arvanitis' position.
"I think the district should handle this in the same way they would handle all personnel investigations," she said. "Many times, particularly during an investigation, organizations are not able to share information and doing so can create undue risks."
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