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 Tinley Park Historical Society in Tinley Park, IL 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 Tinley Park, 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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“My family and I wish to sincerely thank you and your entire team for providing caregiving services with such quality, compassion, and professionalism. We were pleased to include Always Best Care Chicagoland in our father’s funeral service program, where nearly 1,000 family members, friends, and well-wishers gathered to celebrate his life and legacy. Margaret was absolutely right in the way she represented the quality of your services, and we are truly grateful for the care your team provided.”
“Always Best Care has been amazing with finding caregivers for my mother. After a horrible experience with another company, ABC was a breath of fresh air! They really care about their clients and their families. We have a wonderful caregiver for my mother. She has become like a family member! Michelle is wonderful to work with and Jeff is very knowledgeable about insurance! Highly recommend Always Best Care!!”
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“I highly recommend using this caregiver service to provide kind and caring folks to care for our loved ones. They were easy and and accommodating to work with in our home situation.”
“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.”
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“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.”
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 Centennial Park in Tinley Park, IL 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 Vinny's Clam Bar or visit The Vogt House by Banging Gavel Brews, 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 Tinley Park, 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 Tinley Park, 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
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Tinley Park, 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.
Illinois stargazers shouldn’t expect the sky to light up with meteors Wednesday night and Thursday morning. But what the Taurid meteor showers lack in numbers of shooting stars — only a handful — they make up for in spectacle, reliably delivering brilliant, slow-moving fireballs that can streak across the sky and leave even seasoned skywatchers wide-eyed.The Southern and Northern Taurids, two branches of the same stream of space debris, are both active now. With each stream, about five meteors an hour are visible und...
Illinois stargazers shouldn’t expect the sky to light up with meteors Wednesday night and Thursday morning. But what the Taurid meteor showers lack in numbers of shooting stars — only a handful — they make up for in spectacle, reliably delivering brilliant, slow-moving fireballs that can streak across the sky and leave even seasoned skywatchers wide-eyed.
The Southern and Northern Taurids, two branches of the same stream of space debris, are both active now. With each stream, about five meteors an hour are visible under dark skies.
Their overlapping activity and approaching peaks give skywatchers several weeks to catch one of these celestial showoffs. There’s no guarantee one will appear on any given night, but the next couple of weeks offer some of the best chances.
The first chance is with the Southern Taurids peak at midweek. The Illinois weather forecast for Wednesday night calls for cloudy skies early, then partly cloudy after midnight.
Optimal viewing conditions occur during the predawn hours, which is typical for most meteor showers. The waning crescent moon, glowing at approximately 25 percent luminosity, will set shortly after 2 a.m. Eastern Time Thursday.
The Taurids have earned a reputation for producing unusually bright meteors, sometimes spectacular enough to rival the brightest planets. The Southern Taurids are active from Sept. 20 through Nov. 20, peaking overnight Wednesday and Thursday, while their northern cousins run from Oct. 20 through Dec. 10 and peak Nov. 11-12.
Both showers have earned the nickname “Halloween fireballs,” but THE possibility of a dazzling visitor from space making an unexpected appearance overhead continues well past the holiday.
The Taurids will still be firing Nov. 16-17 when the Leonid meteor shower peaks. The Leonids are among the fastest meteors of the year, entering Earth’s atmosphere at about 44 miles per second, often leaving bright, colorful trails in the sky.
And the northern stream will still be going when the Geminid meteor shower begins. This beloved show, which meteor experts say is hands-down the best in the heavens, produces about 120 meteors at the Dec. 13-14 peak. The meteors are bright, fast and yellowish. Produced by debris left behind by the asteroid 3200 Phaethon, discovered in 1982, it runs from Dec. 4-17.
All seven planets beyond Earth will be visible at some point during November, although some will require binoculars or a telescope. Here's when and where to look in the United States.
Mercury: Best seen Nov. 20 through the end of the month, low in the eastern sky shortly before sunrise. It will be difficult to spot earlier in November because of its proximity to the sun.
Venus: Visible before sunrise throughout November, becoming brighter and easier to spot as the month progresses. Look low in the eastern sky.
Mars: Visible late at night and before dawn throughout the month. It rises in the east shortly after midnight in early November and progressively earlier as the month continues. Look for its reddish color.
Jupiter: Visible late at night and before sunrise, close to Mars. The two planets will appear especially close together Nov. 15–16, alongside the bright star Regulus. Both planets are easily visible without a telescope.
Saturn: Visible every evening in November. Look toward the southeastern sky after sunset. The planet is visible to the naked eye, but a telescope is needed to see its rings clearly.
Uranus: Visible in the evening and nighttime sky, but binoculars or a telescope are recommended. Nov. 25 is a particularly good date because Uranus reaches opposition when it appears opposite the sun in Earth's sky and remains visible throughout the night.
Neptune: Visible in the evening sky near Saturn throughout November. It is too faint to see without binoculars or a telescope.
Also, the full Beaver moon on Nov. 24 is the first of four consecutive supermoons as 2026 transitions into 2027, including the full cold moon on Dec. 23, the full wolf moon on Jan. 22 and the full snow moon on Feb. 20.
Of the four supermoons in this stretch, December’s will be the biggest and brightest, coming within about 221,667 miles of Earth. The full wolf moon will be a close second at 222,230 miles, followed by this month’s full beaver moon at 224,170 miles. The full snow moon will be the smallest of the bunch, although still a supermoon, at 225,749 miles away.
The difference between the closest and farthest is only about 4,100 miles, so don’t expect a dramatic change in size from one supermoon to the next.
This year's market featuring records, local makers and artists is set for Saturday, Nov. 7. TINLEY PARK, IL — A local favorite artisan market celebrates five years of bringing together record collectors, local artists, makers and music fans.The Vinyl Market returns to Tinley Park Saturday, Nov. 7, welcoming all for its annual afternoon of vinyl, craft beer and shopping.The free, indoor event organized by Streetz Artz Alliance runs from noon to 5 p.m. at Soundgrowler Brewing, 8201 183rd St., Suite P.Guests ...
TINLEY PARK, IL — A local favorite artisan market celebrates five years of bringing together record collectors, local artists, makers and music fans.
The Vinyl Market returns to Tinley Park Saturday, Nov. 7, welcoming all for its annual afternoon of vinyl, craft beer and shopping.
The free, indoor event organized by Streetz Artz Alliance runs from noon to 5 p.m. at Soundgrowler Brewing, 8201 183rd St., Suite P.
Guests are encouraged to browse, shop, enjoy a craft beer, soda, tacos or burritos, and spend some time digging through records and discovering local businesses. Weather permitting, Soundgrowler's outdoor beer garden will also be open with additional seating. All artists and vendors will be set up indoors.
Organizers tout that this year's market is shaping up to offer one of the largest vinyl selections yet. Many of the record vendors are taking additional booth space to bring even more records for collectors to explore.
The event draws a huge crowd lined up each year, and the organizers are hoping to make this year's crate-digging experience the best one yet.
But there's more to this market than records, organizers said.
Staying true to the Streetz Artz Alliance's curated approach, the event brings together an eclectic mix of local businesses and creative talent. Visitors will find everything from music-inspired artwork, comics and handmade goods to cookies, gluten-free treats, freshly roasted coffee, gourmet pies, pickles, peppers, honey, spices, handmade soaps, jewelry, woodworking, tarot and more.
Among the participating artists and businesses are Gigawatt Coffee Roasters, Cookie's Gluten Free Kitchen, Hex & Crust, Honey Grove, Dive Bar Soap Company, Mixtape Your Life, Becky Blue Designs, Melanie Klegerman Fersko, Prismatic Pumpkins and many others.
Record vendors include Apex Records Store, Beardo Comics and Music, GMuzik, Johnny G's, Roczilla Records, Stairway to Vinyl, The Record Den and TonyK Records, among others. Collectors can expect a mix of new and vintage albums spanning multiple genres, with selections ranging from rock, pop and blues to jazz, hip-hop, metal and alternative.
The Vinyl Market is free to attend and family-friendly.
Full list of artists in the event (subject to change):
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ORLAND HILLS, IL — The DMV that has been temporarily located inside an Orland Park nonprofit will soon move to its new home in Orland Hills, Village officials said Tuesday.The Illinois Secretary of State Drivers Facility serving the Orland Park area will relocate from its temporary home at CTF Illinois to the new Orland Hills DMV+ at 9291 159th St. in Orland Hills, the Village said.The new facility, located next to the Hallmark store in the Walmart plaza, will open Monday, Nov. 9, at 10 a.m.The location at CTF Illi...
ORLAND HILLS, IL — The DMV that has been temporarily located inside an Orland Park nonprofit will soon move to its new home in Orland Hills, Village officials said Tuesday.
The Illinois Secretary of State Drivers Facility serving the Orland Park area will relocate from its temporary home at CTF Illinois to the new Orland Hills DMV+ at 9291 159th St. in Orland Hills, the Village said.
The new facility, located next to the Hallmark store in the Walmart plaza, will open Monday, Nov. 9, at 10 a.m.
The location at CTF Illinois opened in September 2025, after the Orland Township board voted in July 2025 to close the Secretary of State office in the space on Ravinia Avenue. Citing safety concerns, parking issues, security issues and cost, Trustee Ken Duffy launched the discussion at the time, laying out more than a dozen issues he had encountered at the facility since the start of his term in May. Ultimately, too, he worried the agency had outgrown its space there.
As residents worried about losing access to the services locally, a local nonprofit "immediately contacted" Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias to offer them office space, the Village said last fall. Giannoulias' office said it signed a one-year, zero-cost lease with the non-profit Communities Transform Futures (CTF) to open the temporary location.
CTF Illinois is an organization that creates pathways toward independence, a higher quality of life, and economic prosperity for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
"In 2025, after the newly elected majority of the Orland Township Board abruptly canceled the Drivers Facility lease agreement, the Secretary of State’s Office had to act quickly to prevent a significant interruption in service for area residents," the Village said in a release.
"CTF Illinois immediately stepped forward and offered temporary office space at no charge, allowing the Drivers Facility to remain in the community while a new location was found. The Village again extends its sincere appreciation to CTF Illinois for responding at a critical moment and helping preserve access for seniors, people with disabilities and other residents who depend on these essential services."
The temporary facility at 18230 Orland Parkway will close permanently on Thursday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m. After opening day, regular hours at the Orland Hills location will begin Monday, Nov. 9, at 10 a.m. Regular hours will be 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 7:30 a.m. to noon Saturday.
The new facility will offer a full range of Secretary of State services, including driver’s license and state IDs, REAL ID, road tests, vehicle registration renewals, license plate renewals and replacement stickers. Services are by appointment only, and appointments can be scheduled at ilsos.gov by selecting “Schedule a DMV Appointment.” License plate stickers and disability parking placards are available on a walk-in basis and do not require an appointment.
The new Orland Hills DMV+ keeps these services close and convenient for Orland Park residents with easy access from 159th Street and nearby shopping, dining and other services, the Village said.
"Keeping these essential services close to home has been our priority from the beginning," Mayor Jim Dodge said. "We are grateful to Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias and State Senator Michael E. Hastings for helping secure the new location. Most of all, we thank CTF Illinois for stepping up immediately when the prior site was taken away and giving the Drivers Facility a temporary home at no charge.
"Their generosity ensured that residents, especially seniors and other vulnerable members of our community, did not lose local access to these vital services."
Volunteers with the group that works to maintain healthy habitats at Orland Grassland will again clean harvested grass and wildflower seeds.ORLAND PARK, IL — The group of volunteers who works to maintain healthy habitats at the Orland Grassland will gather twice in the next two weeks to clean native wildflower and grass seeds that were harvested this fall.On Tuesday, Nov. 10, and Tuesday, Nov. 17, the Orland Grassland Volunteers (OGVs) will hold their annual seed cleaning event at the Orland Park Civic Center South Anne...
ORLAND PARK, IL — The group of volunteers who works to maintain healthy habitats at the Orland Grassland will gather twice in the next two weeks to clean native wildflower and grass seeds that were harvested this fall.
On Tuesday, Nov. 10, and Tuesday, Nov. 17, the Orland Grassland Volunteers (OGVs) will hold their annual seed cleaning event at the Orland Park Civic Center South Annex, from 6:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. The native seed harvest is all but over at Orland Grassland Land and Water Reserve; it’s time to separate the seed from its chaff and divide it into seed mixes to distribute later this fall.
The growing season was unusual this year and the tornado that made its way through the grassland didn’t help matters.
"We saw compass plants with leaves but no stalks, little to no tall prairie coreopsis, rosin weed, prairie dock and blazing stars," said Pat Hayes, volunteer site steward. "Even wild quinine, which is usually in abundance, was minimal. We’ve heard similar accounts from other stewards."
Surprising was that the spring wildflowers—like wood betony and blue-eyed grass—were unusually plentiful. The prairie grasses, little blue stem, prairie drop seed, sideoats grama seemed impervious to whatever weather conditions were thrown at them.
"There’s still much to clean and separate," said Hayes.
An abundance of rattlesnake master, little blue stem and wood betony is being sent to the Forest Preserve District of Cook County (FPCC) in bins to be processed through their seed hammermill. The rest gets cleaned by the helping hands of volunteers. There’s gray-headed coneflower, pale purple coneflower, Illinois bundle flower, round headed bushclover, prairie drop seed and many more important native seeds.
Organizers said that separating the seed from its chaff gives the seed a head start in next year’s growing season. Another head start is stratifying or scarifying the seed. It needs the wet, dry, freezing, thawing, repeat process to break down its seed casing. It may need to be scratched to break into its casing a bit before it goes into the ground. Eventually volunteers will sow the seeds and chaff back into the grassland in just the right places. The chaff goes back in, too. It breaks down and feeds the soil and serves to stretch out the seed so it doesn’t get over-seeded in one place.
Those who'd like to help clean the seed with the OGVs, RSVP to Pat Hayes, 708-220-9596 or [email protected]. Those seeking more information can visit the group’s website or Facebook page.
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