It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic North Ridgeville Historical Society 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 North Ridgeville, OH is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“Nice service, staff helpful. Glad they were recommended”
“I would recommend them to everyone that I know. I have been with them since November”
“My nurse Jamie is amazing and very caring , the off was always very helpful”
“I have been in there care since November of 2019. Jamie my nurse is amazing”
“My nurse Jamie was awesome, and support staff always helpful”
“They took care of my father-in-law AND my mother-in-law and they couldn't have been better.”
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“The entire staff helped tremendously with my father's care. Jim is certified in Alzheimer's and”
“The staff there are very knowledgeable and kind”
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“Always Best Care has provided excellent nursing care and therapy to both my mom and mother in law.”
“We have used always best care twice now for a bit of respite care and they are awesome !!! The nurses are wonderful with my mom who is 90 and has dementia So caring and loving with her from scheduling to care It was the best experience .”
“I am a past client of this provider This was our first outreach for support - the first time Dad expressed an interest in support while I was out of town. I wasn't sure we could find anyone who would be able to provide care quickly enough, especially through a large organization like the VA (and) I was really nervous about the type of person who would be showing up at our house. Fortunately, the VA connected me to Rebecca at Always Best Care in Grafton who helped to push through the request with our VA connection (who was also awesome) and took the time to learn a LOT about what Dad's needs would be. She chose the perfect caregiver/aide for his Respite Care, and Jada was able to start the day I left on my trip. I can't say enough wonderful things about Jada. She took the time to read my notes on her first day... about Dad's situation, our home, the cats, and my suggestions about starting and finishing her 4 hours, etc. and she followed both the letter and the spirit of my/our request for assistance. She was on time, she communicated any urgent information with me (Dad had a minor fall before she arrived one day), she respected his wishes, his way of doing things, and held the line about medicine, hydration, meals, and other essential things. She gave Dad the confidence that she would be there everyday to help him and support him. We will be back the next time I travel, we will request Jada, and I cannot recommend ABC Grafton more highly. We were so unsure about what we were asking and now know where we can turn for the assistance we need. Thank you!!”
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“This company is amazing. The staff are excellent and they do everything they can to make life easier for their clients and family. Even on short notice they provided great service on a Sunday.”
“This was the first time we had tried in home care for my mom. They made an experience I was nervous about, a huge relief for my family. Setting up the care was easy and I knew from their knowledge that my mom was in good hands. We received amazing care from the nurses, communication was easy so we knew what was going on at all times and everyone was so friendly. I will use them anytime the need arises for vacations or just a caregiver break.”
“My dad was a patient of ABC of Grafton after triple bypass surgery. The nurses and office staff was great to work with about his care. Jaime the nurse had so much compassion, she even called him periodically during the dad to remind him to do his deep breathing exercises. Our dad and family is so happy with all the services.”
“Staff is very friendly and always take great care of mom, really took the pressure off. Its a win all the way around! Perfectly splendid!”
“The entire staff is fantastic to work with! They are professional and knowledgeable, and go above and beyond for their patients! Highly recommend!”
“Staff is excellent to work with and communication is quick and responsive. I am able to easily work with everyone within the company for any issues that have come up.”
“Undoubtedly would recommend to any individual in need of their scope of services. Exceptional customer service in all aspects. The best company to use by far in Northern Ohio and top notch quality in any category you can think of! The staff are superb and efficient and have been helpful beyond measure with my Aunt Betty Lou and Uncle Jim! The best!”
“Absolutely AMAZING staff to work with! They care for their patients like it's their own grandma, grandpa, mother, father, aunt, uncle etc. They respond to all requests expeditiously and not only instill but expect these same expectations in all their staff. Highly recommend ABC whether for medical or non-medical needs!”
“Nice service, staff helpful. Glad they were recommended”
“I would recommend them to everyone that I know. I have been with them since November of 2019. My nurse Jamie is amazing. I also love the everyone at the office they are very helpful, courteous and friendly people.”
“My nurse Jamie is amazing and very caring , the off was always very helpful”
“I have been in there care since November of 2019. Jamie my nurse is amazing and will always go above and beyond for me. The office staff is very helpful, courteous and amazing to work with. I always recommend them. Thanks again for all you guys do. Stay safe.”
“My nurse Jamie was awesome, and support staff always helpful”
“They took care of my father-in-law AND my mother-in-law and they couldn't have been better. Very attentive to their needs, called before coming out. The nurses are wound certified and provide excellent care. I highly recommend them and would use them again anytime the need arises.”
“The entire staff helped tremendously with my father's care. Jim is certified in Alzheimer's and dementia care and took the time to sit with our entire family a provided a great deal of information, knowledge and tips on care as this is so overwhelming. Helped get us connected with the VA, as dad was a vet and also provided other community resources to lend assistance. Aides who care for dad are truly a blessing and mom is much less stressed. Highly recommend-they're GREAT!”
“The entire staff helped tremendously with my father's care. Jim is certified in Alzheimer's and dementia care and took the time to sit with our entire family a provided a great deal of information, knowledge and tips on care as this is so overwhelming. Helped get us connected with the VA, as dad was a vet and also provided other community resources to lend assistance. Aides who care for dad are truly a blessing and mom is much less stressed. Highly recommend-they're GREAT!”
“The staff there are very knowledgeable and kind”
“care taken in matching aides to clients”
“Great place and good people”
“I am a current client of this provider Good service that seems to care about the clients.”
“I am a current client of this provider We have hired Always Best Care. The caregiver comes in. She washes the floor, she cleans the bathroom, she vacuums, she changes the beds, and she does the laundry. She also talks to me. It is good. The management is very cooperative with us. There have been no problems. The pricing is reasonable.”
“I am a past client of this provider I used Always Best Care Senior Services. There were problems, but not very many. There was a few people I didn't care for and neither did the management over there. They would come over every day, and they did a pretty good job. There were times when they were short on people, and the younger people took a while to immediately give people what they needed. There were a couple of times when they were supposed to come in, but the caregiver was too young and she didn't show up on a Saturday night. As far as everything else they seemed to be alright.”
“I am a past client of this provider Couldn't be more pleased with the service and how nice the people are. - Michael D.”
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 North Ridgeville Parks Shady 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 Gourmé Family Restaurant or visit Sandy Ridge Reservation, 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 North Ridgeville, OH, 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 North Ridgeville, OH 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 North Ridgeville, OH 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.
LORAIN COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) -Salt trucks were out in North Ridgeville Thursday and dozens of people went to the grocery store to stock up.19 First Alert Day: Winter storm begins Thursday evening; heavy snow expected through Saturday“We’re buying some food to make sure we got food for over the weekend,” said one shopper.North Ridge...
LORAIN COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) -Salt trucks were out in North Ridgeville Thursday and dozens of people went to the grocery store to stock up.
19 First Alert Day: Winter storm begins Thursday evening; heavy snow expected through Saturday
“We’re buying some food to make sure we got food for over the weekend,” said one shopper.
North Ridgeville Mayor Kevin Corcoran said prep work kicked off Thursday morning.
“Our guys are hard at work already, they started early this morning getting the salt into our trucks, the plows are all ready to go,” said Corcoran.
“We’ve been prepping all the trucks, changing all the plow blades, going through all the systems, pumps liquid de-icers,” said North Ridgeville Public Works Director John Montgomery.
The city has dedicated plow zones.
“We have up to 25 trucks that go out in that zone, we usually put mechanics in there if needed on high accumulations, myself and foreman truck and we go out and help as well,” said Montgomery.
Every zone has primary and secondary roads. Snow plow drivers start with the most traveled.
“We try to get to the main roads to keep them clear and then get to secondary roads when we can and open them up,” added Montgomery. “High accumulations we spend most of our time on our primaries.”
A liquid truck goes out targeting risky spots.
“We will do a lot of the bridges, ramps on the highway we maintains, the hill on the north side. We will hit all those. We will do the main roads with the liquid before the snow starts to come,” said Montgomery
The city is working to ensure people can drive on the roads if needed.
“People are always having to go out somewhere, a minimum for emergencies purposes on their on own. So we have to make sure the roads are ready for them,” said Corcoran. “We’ve got this covered, we live in Northeast Ohio, we know what we are doing.”
City officials are asking people to give snow plow drivers extra space to do their job.
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North Ridgeville, OhioVoters in North Ridgeville will see a five-year 1.91-mill levy on the March 19 Primary Election ballot for the Lorain Public Library System’s (LPLS) North Ridgeville Branch, 35700 Bainbridge Road. Issue 8 is a renewal levy and will not raise taxes.The levy has been on the ballot every five years for the same millage. The ask has not changed in the past 15 years; it was and still r...
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Voters in North Ridgeville will see a five-year 1.91-mill levy on the March 19 Primary Election ballot for the Lorain Public Library System’s (LPLS) North Ridgeville Branch, 35700 Bainbridge Road. Issue 8 is a renewal levy and will not raise taxes.
The levy has been on the ballot every five years for the same millage. The ask has not changed in the past 15 years; it was and still remains at 1.91 mills. The amount is divided amongst all North Ridgeville households. As more homes are built in the city, the amount of tax paid per homeowner decreases, according to information submitted from library officials.
In 2014 the owner of a home valued at $100,000 paid $55.74 per year. In 2019 it cost that same owner $47.91 per year, and in 2024 it will cost the owner $39.00, as outlined in the press release.
The levy generates just under $1.6 million per year and accounts for 85% of the operating costs for the branch. Funds are used for items such as the maintenance and renovation of the building and grounds. The recent replacement of the 20-year-old roof was possible due to past levy funds. Additional renovations to the library are currently taking place.
“With the passage of the 2019 levy, the library promised to renovate the North Ridgeville branch based on community feedback for additional meeting room spaces and requests for a Create Space,” said Anastasia Diamond-Ortiz, LPLS director, in an email. “The funding for the current and all renovations of the North Ridgeville Branch comes from past levies, and this money is already earmarked and appropriated for this project by the Board.”
Levy funds are also used for maintaining and growing the collection of books and other loaned items. From December 2022 and November 2023, the branch loaned 260,988 items. The library has had over 450,000 visitors since the last levy (450,172 visitors January 2019 through November 2023).
Increased programs and program supplies for all ages are made possible through levy funds. In the 1980s, six story time sessions were offered during winter quarter. By the end of the 1990s that had increased to 27 and in the winter quarter of 2022, there were 74 story times to meet the needs of the growing community, according to library officials.
Staffing levels have also increased over the years as the branch now has seven full-time and nine part-time employees.
“We are fiscally responsible,” said Diamond-Ortiz. “We’re able to operate efficiently by applying for grants and partnering with other community entities to provide the best and latest resources without asking for more of the residents. They trust us to do that for them and we take that seriously.”
If the levy fails, library officials noted that drastic cuts would have to be made. Due to having to reduce staff, the cuts would include:
• All library programs would be eliminated, including all story times.
• Sunday, some evening and some morning hours would be eliminated.
• Cutting the library materials budget by about 75% resulting in fewer purchases of new materials.
• Drive-thru window service would be eliminated.
• Passport services would be eliminated.
• Reduced hours would result in reduced access to free community meeting rooms, tutor rooms, the Teen Space and Create Space.
• Visits to schools, senior living facilities and Homeowners Associations (HOA) would cease.
Even with the cuts, the library’s budget would have deficits over the five-year period from 2025 to 2029, and additional cuts would have to be identified by the Library Board of Trustees.
While the North Ridgeville Branch is part of a larger library system, funds raised by the North Ridgeville levy must stay in North Ridgeville and can only be used for the operation of the branch.
NORTH RIDGEVILLE, Ohio -- It was a rather long evening, but residents seemed to be interested in the 2023 candidates forum held in the North Ridgeville Schools’ Academic Center.The Oct. 4 event was hosted by the North Ridgeville Chamber of Commerce.The forum invited all City Council and Board of Education candidates running for election in November to come on stage to answer direct questions -- from Mayor Kevin Corcoran for council candidates and from schools’ Superintendent Roxann Ramsey-Caserio for school board ho...
NORTH RIDGEVILLE, Ohio -- It was a rather long evening, but residents seemed to be interested in the 2023 candidates forum held in the North Ridgeville Schools’ Academic Center.
The Oct. 4 event was hosted by the North Ridgeville Chamber of Commerce.
The forum invited all City Council and Board of Education candidates running for election in November to come on stage to answer direct questions -- from Mayor Kevin Corcoran for council candidates and from schools’ Superintendent Roxann Ramsey-Caserio for school board hopefuls.
The City Council candidates were on stage first. They seemed to stick with one particular subject as a top priority: Stop the growth in housing developments and pay more attention to other issues, such as home flooding.
The school board candidates followed with their own appearance on stage. They agreed that the next school levy must pass for the schools to move forward, especially under the umbrella of overcrowding, making it known that they didn’t think moving forward means adding more outside trailers for classrooms.
In the Nov. 7 general election, the school district is asking voters to approve a 6.26-mill, 37-year bond issue for construction of a new high school.
Each candidate in both groups answered about a dozen questions and no one seemed to trip themselves up, appearing to be well-informed and knowledgeable about the issues and the needs within the city and school district.
For those who couldn’t attend the forum, it behooves them to watch the video of the entire forum. There is a lot to be learned on both the issues as well as the candidates running for election.
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The North Ridgeville City School District is implementing changes for the 2023-2024 school year. The decisions are tied to voters not approving a $190 million school bond issue in May for school construction and renovation. NORTH RIDGEVILLE, Ohio — The North Ridgeville City School District is implementing changes for the 2023-2024 school year. The decisions are tied to voters not approving a $190 million school bond issue in May for school construction and renovation.One of the significant changes is a ...
The North Ridgeville City School District is implementing changes for the 2023-2024 school year. The decisions are tied to voters not approving a $190 million school bond issue in May for school construction and renovation.
NORTH RIDGEVILLE, Ohio — The North Ridgeville City School District is implementing changes for the 2023-2024 school year. The decisions are tied to voters not approving a $190 million school bond issue in May for school construction and renovation.
One of the significant changes is a reduction in bus service. Previously, third through eighth-grade students who lived within 1.5 miles of their school were not eligible for busing. The district has decided to increase that radius to the state minimum of 2 miles.
The district said the change impacts about 365 students. Amanda Ushek’s daughter, who's entering the seventh grade, is one of them. The family lives about 2 miles from the middle school.
"I don't know what I'm going to do," Ushek said. "I mean, I came back to this neighborhood after leaving, and it's one of my favorite things. The schools were amazing."
Ushek said she worries about bad weather and other safety issues.
"My husband and I only have one car currently, and he leaves at six in the morning, and my neighborhood doesn't have sidewalks," Ushek said. "Kids don't pay attention. People don't pay attention."
Matt Yunker is the director of operations for the North Ridgeville City School District. He said the busing decision wasn't easy.
"That change was made because we now need to tap into our general funds to necessitate the needs of the district as it relates to space issues," Yunker said. "We have used every single nook and cranny- every space that's not meant to be used for educational purposes is now used as offices as classrooms. We're bursting at the seams for space. We have to use those funds to purchase mobile units for our elementary buildings. We have to use those funds to fix a high school that is severely out of date and overcrowded."
News 5's Damon Maloney asked Yunker if decisions were made as a form of punishment for voters not passing the bond issue.
"In no way is this vindictive (or) is this a form of punishment. This is purely a need. We need space for our students," Yunker said.
Yunker said the district will save about $200,000 a year from fuel, general maintenance and driver time costs.
"On top of that, we are saving $400,000 to $500,000 on not purchasing new buses this year," Yunker said.
Yunker said about 20 to 25 mobile units will be needed for additional classroom space at the elementary school. He said last year, eight were purchased for the high school at a cost of about $1 million.
Other changes for the 2023-2024 school year include not replacing retiring teachers and offering fewer AP courses and electives like music theory and speech. Also, seniors will only need the state-required 20 credits to graduate. The district previously required 22.
Armando Rodriguez has two children who attend the district's middle school. He said he's concerned about all the reductions but said, thankfully, he doesn't have to worry about busing. His wife takes the kids to school. He picks them up.
"But not all parents have that luxury, so unfortunately, those kids are going to have to suffer, or parents are going to have to suffer and go in later (or) find a ride to school or back home," Rodriguez said.
He added that the district is also caught in a tough spot. Rodriguez said he supposed the recent bond issue and would like to see new facilities down the road.
"I mean, that's our future. We have to provide for them," Rodriguez said.
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NORTH RIDGEVILLE, Ohio (WOIO) - A North Ridgeville family is morning the loss of a young mother just days after she gave birth to her second child.Stephanie Roig and her husband Spenser welcomed their new baby boy Declan on September 16th. Shortly after, Declan met his 11-month old brother Benjamin. The family of four started their lives together, but then Stephanie, at just 27 years-old became sick with a post-delivery infection.“On Wednesday, Stephanie started not feeling well and Wednesday night she started getting chi...
NORTH RIDGEVILLE, Ohio (WOIO) - A North Ridgeville family is morning the loss of a young mother just days after she gave birth to her second child.
Stephanie Roig and her husband Spenser welcomed their new baby boy Declan on September 16th. Shortly after, Declan met his 11-month old brother Benjamin. The family of four started their lives together, but then Stephanie, at just 27 years-old became sick with a post-delivery infection.
“On Wednesday, Stephanie started not feeling well and Wednesday night she started getting chills, so Thursday morning she ended up going to the doctor and ended up in the hospital,” says Rick Grahovac, Spenser’s Uncle.
Grahovac says emergency crews life flighted Stephanie to University Hospitals, where doctors told the family she had a blood infection. Surgeons operated on her, but unfortunately, she didn’t survive. Her husband, Spenser, is now requesting an autopsy.
“Whatever happened with Stephanie he doesn’t want to happen to another woman in the future,” says Grahovac.
Stephanie and her husband were together for ten years before they decided to get married just a year ago. The two adopted four rescue dogs. Stephanie’s dream was to open up her own rescue one day. With that dream, Stephanie also always wanted to be a mother.
“She was really great with kids, and kids kind of gravitated towards her,” says Grahovac. “They got married and decided to start having some of their own, but unfortunately she’s not going to be here with them.”
Now, Spenser plans to open a rescue with his two boys in Stephanie’s honor.
Grahovac says the one positive out of Stephanie’s death, is seeing how many people have come to help Spenser and his boys.
“A lot of family has been doing things for him like cutting his grass and taking care of things around the house because when you have two infants under one-year-old how do you go outside and cut the grass or do anything,” says Grahovac. “People are so generous and so kind. One of the things I am so touched by is how many people want to help.”
An online fundraiser for the family has raised over $24,000. The goal is to reach $30,000. Grahovac says the money will be used for diapers, formula, and groceries for the boys.
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