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Home Care In Winfield, IL

Home Care Winfield, IL

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 Winfield Mounds 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 Winfield, IL is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.

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The Always Best Care Difference

Since 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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“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”

Ece K.
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“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”

Kathy
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“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!”

Adele
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“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.”

Marie &.
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“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.”

Julie T.
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“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!!”

Eric C.
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“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.”

David W.
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“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!!”

Claudia
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“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.”

Tracy K.
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“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!”

Julianne R.
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“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.”

Tony D.
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“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!”

Matt P.
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“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!”

Diane M.
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“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.”

Richard A.
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“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.”

Kelly F.
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“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.”

Marijean A.
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“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”

Mariella C.
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“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.”

Amelia T.
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“The caregivers are terrific. They are also very nice people. The management is professional and conscientious. I highly recommend them”

Bob B.
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“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”

stephanie S.
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“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.”

Missy L.
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“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.”

Guy C.
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“ABC responded rapidly and with competency and compassion to an urgent family care need. With gratitude- Jeannine Forrest, PhD, RN”

Jeannine D.
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“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.”

Janet T.
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“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.”

Marijean G.
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“Matt and his team were first rate. Our family was extremely pleased with ABC.”

John E.
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“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”

Greg P.
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“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.”

Linda C.
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“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.”

tracy D.
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“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.”

Geoffrey C.
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“Caring, tireless effort to accommodate our needs.”

Judy P.
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“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.”

donna B.
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“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...”

Solomon J.
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“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.”

Ruth R.
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“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.”

Toni S.
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“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!”

Lisa H.
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“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!!!”

Donna W.
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“Dave and his staff go above and beyond with their care. They all take special interest with their clients. Also a very helpful resource in future planning and current ideas. Trust your parents to these people - they will not let you down.”

Marion B.
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“ABC was able to provide me with a caregiver within the same day of me being discharged from the ER. Their caregiver was very caring, compassionate, and went above and beyond my expectations. Having someone from their team in my home allowed for my family to move forward with their daily activities while knowing I was safe. I highly recommend their agency.”

Donette K.
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“I have been an employee of Always Best Care for the past 6 months ,and I love how professional they are ..”

Bernice B.
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“I love working at Always Best Care. The staff goes out of their way to help you in any situation.”

Susan K.
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“Helped my father in law get healthy .”

Stella L.
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“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.”

Patricia N.
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“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.”

Mary A.
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“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”

Scott E.
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“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.”

Michelle F.
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“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”

Kathy R.
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“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”

Jim S.
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“Very caring, counscientious, professional and dedicated owners. I recommend them.”

Andrea B.
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“ABC was able to provide me with a caregiver within the same day of me being discharged from the ER. Their caregiver was very caring, compassionate, and went above and beyond my expectations. Having someone from their team in my home allowed for my family to move forward with their daily activities while knowing I was safe. I highly recommend their agency.”

Joann P.

What is Non-Medical Senior Care in Winfield, IL?

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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.

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When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.

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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.

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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.

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Types of Elderly Care in Winfield, IL

To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:

Personal Care

Personal 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:

  • Eating
  • Mobility Issues
  • Incontinence
  • Bathing
  • Dressing
  • Grooming
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Home Helper

Home Helper Services

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:

  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Preparation
  • Pet Care
  • Prescription Refills
  • Morning Wake-Up
  • Walking
  • Reading
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Companionship Services

Companionship Services

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 Lions Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.

Common companionship services include:

  • Grocery Shopping
  • Transportation to Appointments
  • Nutritional Assistance
  • Conversation
  • Planning Outings
  • Completing Errands
  • Transportation to Community
  • Events and Social Outings
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Respite Care

Respite Care Services

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 Pier 19 Restaurant or visit Fredericksburg Town 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.

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Benefits of Home Care in Winfield, IL

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:

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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Aging in Place: The Preferred Choice for Most Seniors

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.

Here are just a few of the reasons why older men and women prefer to age at home:

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 Winfield, 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.

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Affordable 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:

If your loved one qualifies, Medicaid may help reduce in-home care costs. Review your IL's Medicaid program laws and benefits, and make sure your senior's financial and medical needs meet Medicaid eligibility requirements.
Attendance and aid benefits through military service can cover a portion of the costs associated with in-home care for veterans and their spouses.
Many senior care services like in-home care are included in long-term care insurance options. Research different long-term care solutions to find a plan that provides coverage for senior care.
Home care can be included as part of a senior's private insurance plan. Read over your loved one's insurance policy carefully or speak with their insurance provider to determine if in-home care is covered.
Depending on the life insurance plan, you may be able to apply your policy toward long-term care. You may be able to use long-term-care coverage to help pay for in-home elderly care.
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Compassionate Care. Trusted Caregivers.

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 Winfield, 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.

Assisted Living Referral Services

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.

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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:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Recreational Activities
  • Social Outings
  • Emergency Medical Response
  • Medication Monitoring
  • Family Visitation
  • Personal Care
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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:

  • Ahva Care of Winfield
  • Silverado Senior Living
  • Bristol Catered Living - Covenant Living at Windsor Park
  • Johnson Healthcare Center Skilled Nursing
  • Westbridge
  • Golden Haven Senior Living
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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.

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Taking the First Step with Always Best Care

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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A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive

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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 Winfield, IL 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.

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147 apartments planned for downtown Winfield near Central DuPage Hospital

NewsA five-story apartment development, a $38.8 million medical office building and new commercial space have dramatically changed Winfield's small-town downtown in recent years.In another sign of downtown growth, a Chicago-based developer has unveiled plans for a major residential project within walking distance of Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital.Synergy Construction & Development aims to build a 147-unit, upscale apartment...

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A five-story apartment development, a $38.8 million medical office building and new commercial space have dramatically changed Winfield's small-town downtown in recent years.

In another sign of downtown growth, a Chicago-based developer has unveiled plans for a major residential project within walking distance of Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital.

Synergy Construction & Development aims to build a 147-unit, upscale apartment complex dubbed "Winfield Reserve" southeast of the intersection of Jewell Road and Church Street.

Village leaders say the project could provide yet another boost to downtown revitalization efforts. Largely stagnant areas of Winfield's Town Center, as the downtown core is officially known, have been recast as a medical and commercial district around Northwestern's hospital campus.

Synergy also developed the 162-unit apartment complex south of the railroad tracks along Winfield Road. The "Winfield Station" building opened to residents in 2021 on the former Winfield Fuel & Material Co. site, replacing what "was basically an eyesore," Village President Carl Sorgatz said.

"We added in well over 200 new residents, which, of course, is really important for being able to support our local businesses and being able to attract, which is what we're trying to do, new restaurants and retail in the Town Center area," Sorgatz said.

Synergy is now eyeing a 2.4-acre site - 0.7 acres of which is currently owned by Metra and 1.7 acres by Central DuPage Hospital - for its latest apartment proposal. Synergy and Northwestern have entered into a letter of intent for the sale and purchase of the hospital property for $2.5 million, contingent on the village's final approval of the development, officials say.

Sorgatz described it as a "really good location for additional multifamily housing." If fully completed, the apartment development would represent a roughly $50 million project, he said.

"We expect it to be able to help us bring those new businesses in," Sorgatz said Friday. "Our overall goal here is to make our Town Center a really walkable, desirable place for our residents to come to and go to the restaurants."

The hospital and the village publicly announced a Town Center revitalization plan in 2018. Village leaders have sought commuter-friendly, mixed-use residential and retail investment in a downtown area mostly populated with mom-and-pop businesses. The plan also responds to the demand for hospital parking and clinical space.

Earlier this year, Northwestern opened the three-story medical office building, with its herringbone stone facade, right across the street from the hospital.

As part of a development agreement with the village, Northwestern has set aside first-floor commercial and restaurant space in both the medical office building and a recently constructed, four-level parking deck west of the hospital.

The apartment complex would include a mix of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom units. The development also would feature 6,000 square feet of indoor amenity space, a large outdoor area with a pool and an indoor parking garage.

"That's mainly really achievable because the property slopes down over 10 feet between Jewell Road and toward the railroad tracks, which are just to the south of the property line," Sorgatz said.

To facilitate the acquisition of the Metra property, village officials have negotiated an arrangement to swap ownership of commuter parking lots so that there's an "additional amount of acreage to make this particular project actually feasible for the developer," Sorgatz said.

Synergy is looking to demolish what's known as the Snyder office building to make way for the apartment complex.

"With a Metra stop and a major regional employer just down the street, this is a perfect location to attract residents. We're proud to bring a new jewel to Town Center and play a role in building its bright future," Synergy Principal Phil Domenico said in a statement.

The developer also is expected to request tax increment financing dollars due in part to high construction and borrowing costs. In a TIF district, as redevelopment boosts property values, the extra tax revenue that otherwise would go to taxing bodies such as schools and parks can be used to pay for improvements within its boundaries.

"It's going to be necessary to ensure that there's sufficient capital support, and to do that, TIF is going to be a key player in getting that done," Sorgatz said.

Synergy must complete preliminary design work and submit a village plan & zoning commission application, which triggers a public hearing. The developer hopes to break ground in August 2024.

Winfield nurse honored as National Magnet Nurse of the Year

For more than 40 years, Kathy Trimble, of Winfield, has been dedicated to the most vulnerable patients – children with complex care needs. In recognition of her contributions to the nursing profession, Trimble is being honored as the National Magnet Nurse of the YearÒ by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.A seasoned Advanced Practice Registered ...

For more than 40 years, Kathy Trimble, of Winfield, has been dedicated to the most vulnerable patients – children with complex care needs. In recognition of her contributions to the nursing profession, Trimble is being honored as the National Magnet Nurse of the YearÒ by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

A seasoned Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Trimble was honored in the category of Exemplary Professional Practice. She helped pioneer the Pediatric Hematology Oncology Program at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital. Colleagues and patients alike laud Trimble for her compassion, integrity, and wisdom.

“We have been continuously inspired by Kathy’s dedication to maintaining close, trusting bonds with every child and family member like they were her own,” said Laura Petrando, APRN, director, outpatient pediatrics, Lurie Children’s at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital. “Her genuine passion for treating the most complex and vulnerable patients is evident in the work she does every day.”

Stacy Lazzara, of South Elgin, met Trimble on the worst day of her life. Trimble was in the room with Stacy’s family in 2018 when they learned their then two-year-old daughter Averie had cancer.

“The diagnosis was devastating, but Kathy’s eyes were warm, her experience was evident, and the tone in her voice gave us hope that maybe, somehow, we could do this,” said Stacy Lazzara. “In the five years since then, Kathy has been many things to our family: a fearless leader, a compassionate friend, a steady hand, a warm embrace, even a summer camp counselor!”

Trimble was there to celebrate alongside the Lazzara family when Averie rang the bell in 2020 to mark the end of chemotherapy treatment. Today, she plays a key role in helping Averie and her family navigate long-term survivorship.

“Kathy is not just a fantastic nurse, she’s a fantastic person. We’re endlessly grateful to know her,” said Stacy.

In addition to her compassion, Trimble has played a critical role in enhancing quality and safe patient care. She developed and continues to lead a multidisciplinary Pediatric Oncology Quality Committee. One of her efforts involved leading the implementation of an electronic chemotherapy ordering system that allows for a personalized treatment plan using evidence-based protocols.

Thanks to Trimble’s collaboration with the Emergency Department through education and execution of an algorithmic approach, excellent outcomes have been maintained for patients presenting with presumed sepsis. Another crucial responsibility has been Trimble’s regular review of all adverse events, especially encompassing chemotherapy safety.

Additionally, Trimble committed herself to successfully educating every pediatric oncology nurse at Central DuPage Hospital in providing chemotherapy while championing equal access to treatment opportunities for patients. She sits on the Internal Review Board and was instrumental in the hospital’s journey to become a Children’s Oncology Group (COG) Affiliate Member institution.

“Kathy has always demonstrated our patient’s first mission and goes above and beyond to assure the patient receives holistic care throughout their journey,” said Suzanne T. McCoy, DNP, vice president and Flinn Family Chief Nursing Executive at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital. “This strong commitment to quality, safety and our patients makes Kathy a Magnet nurse!”

The National Magnet Nurse of the Year® awards recognize the outstanding contributions of clinical nurses in each of the five Magnet® Model components: Transformational Leadership; Structural Empowerment; Exemplary Professional Practice; New Knowledge, Innovations, and Improvements; and Empirical Outcomes. The Exemplary Professional Practice award is sponsored by EBSCO.

The award was presented during the 2023 co-located ANCC National Magnet Conference® and ANCC Pathway to Excellence Conference® in Chicago.

To learn more about Northwestern Medicine, visit nm.org.

Corps breaks ground for new Winfield lock

WINFIELD — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Louis District, on Thursday held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new lock chamber adjacent to, and twice as long, as the current lock at Winfield, Missouri, near Batchtown, which is northwest of Alton.The new lock chamber will be 1,200 feet long and 110 feet wide. It will be constructed next to the current lock chamber built in 1939 that is 600 feet long and 110 feet wide.The Winfield lock is about 40 miles north of the Riverbend and is the last before down-river barges arr...

WINFIELD — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Louis District, on Thursday held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new lock chamber adjacent to, and twice as long, as the current lock at Winfield, Missouri, near Batchtown, which is northwest of Alton.

The new lock chamber will be 1,200 feet long and 110 feet wide. It will be constructed next to the current lock chamber built in 1939 that is 600 feet long and 110 feet wide.

The Winfield lock is about 40 miles north of the Riverbend and is the last before down-river barges arrive at the Melvin Price Locks and Dam in Alton.

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“Today’s groundbreaking was what the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act was all about — bringing new life into our existing infrastructure while jumpstarting our economy," said U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, D-IL.

"Our environment, our jobs market, and our transport industry will be made better for the upgrades to Lock 25, which has been a fixture in the St. Louis region since the 1930s,” said Durbin. “After years of advocating for significant funding for NESP and this project, today’s groundbreaking is an exciting day.”

The original Lock 25 opened May 18, 1939, as the third to the last lock built in the Mississippi River system. Each year it passes about 23 million tons of commercial commodities through it.

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law signed into law in November 2022 includes $829 million in funding for Mississippi River locks and dams. Along with the Winfield project, the Navigation and Ecosystem Sustainability Program (NESP) includes a fish passage structure at Lock 22 in Saverton, Missouri, and other small-scale ecosystem and navigation projects in the region.

The St. Louis District maintains a depth of at least nine feet in the Mississippi River by using dams to create pools, or lakes, as well as by dredging and river training structures. The Corps operates locks 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to allow vessels to pass from one pool to another.

For commercial vessels, the capacity of the Mississippi River navigation system is limited by the existing lock facilities.

“Protecting and strengthening our inland waterways, especially the Mississippi River, is critical to growing our local economies and protecting the health and safety of our communities,” said U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-IL. "This project will help protect our environment, modernize our water infrastructure, and provide good-paying, local jobs for the region.”

Like most of the locks on the river, Lock 25 was designed to accommodate smaller tows and only a fraction of the traffic volume that currently transits the system. While the existing lock chamber is 600 feet long, the prevailing 15-barge tow size has a length approaching 1,200-feet long. As a result, tows lock through using a two-step process which takes about one-and-a-half to two hours.

A tow can lock through a 1,200-foot lock in 30 to 60 minutes.

“The new 1,200-foot lock is nationally critical infrastructure, and the reliability of this critical link in the Inland Waterways Navigation System is essential to U.S. agriculture and National Security, significantly reducing delays and increasing safety,” said St. Louis District Commander Col. Kevin Golinghorst.

Phase 1 construction for the Winfield project is scheduled to be completed in Spring 2024.

Corps officials said the design for the remainder of the project is ongoing and is expected to be completed by Summer 2026. Construction is expected to begin shortly after design is completed and is forecasted to be completed and commissioned in 2034.

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New Safety Ranking Grades Illinois Hospitals. See the Full List

A new safety ranking has graded more than 100 hospitals across Illinois, leaving more than two dozen with "A" grades, a sharp increase from the same time last year, but Illinois continued to drop in rank on the national scale.The latest rankings from the Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit watchdog, analyzed nearly 3,000 general hospitals in the U.S. based on protection from things like medical errors, accidents, injuries, and infections.In Illinois, 113 hospitals were rated, with 30 hospitals receiving "A" grades, ...

A new safety ranking has graded more than 100 hospitals across Illinois, leaving more than two dozen with "A" grades, a sharp increase from the same time last year, but Illinois continued to drop in rank on the national scale.

The latest rankings from the Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit watchdog, analyzed nearly 3,000 general hospitals in the U.S. based on protection from things like medical errors, accidents, injuries, and infections.

In Illinois, 113 hospitals were rated, with 30 hospitals receiving "A" grades, 25 scoring "B" grades, 50 others getting "C" grades. Seven state hospitals were given "D" grades and one Chicago hospital earned an "F" rating.

That puts the state at 28th in the U.S., with 26.5% of hospitals getting an "A" grade in the bi-annual report. In the spring, Illinois was 27th.

Still, in the fall of 2021, only 18 state hospitals were listed with an "A" grade.

The top-ranked state on the list was New Hampshire, followed by Virginia, Utah, Colorado and Idaho.

Hospitals are ranked based on the number of infections, problems with surgeries, safety issues, staffing and measures aimed at preventing errors.

Here's a look at which Illinois hospitals received an "A" grade:

AdventHealth Bolingbrook - Bolingbrook, IL

AdventHealth GlenOaks - Glendale Heights, IL

AdventHealth Hinsdale - Hinsdale, IL

AdventHealth La Grange - La Grange, IL

Ascension Mercy - Aurora, IL

Ascension Resurrection - Chicago, IL

Blessing Hospital - Quincy, IL

Carle Foundation Hospital- Urbana, IL

Elmhurst Memorial Hospital - Elmhurst, IL

FHN Memorial Hospital - Freeport, IL

HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital - O'Fallon, IL

Loyola Gottlieb Memorial Hospital - Melrose Park, IL

MacNeal Hospital - Berwyn, IL

McDonough District Hospital - Macomb, IL

Memorial Hospital Belleville - Belleville, IL

Morris Hospital - Morris, IL

Northwest Community Hospital - Arlington Heights, IL

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital - Winfield, IL

Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital - Geneva, IL

Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital - Huntley, IL

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital - DeKalb, IL

Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital - McHenry, IL

OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center - Peoria, IL

Rush Copley Medical Center - Aurora, IL

Rush Oak Park Hospital520 - Oak Park, IL

Rush University Medical Center - Chicago, IL

Silver Cross Hospital - New Lenox, IL

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital-Centralia - Centralia, IL

UnityPoint Health - Proctor - Peoria, IL

University of Chicago Medical Center - Chicago, IL

See the full list of hospital rankings in Illinois here.

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