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 Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park 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 Las Vegas, NV 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.
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 Desert Breeze Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Ocean Prime Las Vegas or visit Fountains of Bellagio, 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 Las Vegas, NV, 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 Las Vegas, NV 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 Las Vegas, NV 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.
Staff at The Nevada Independent detail what services have been affected by a late-August ransomware attack.An August ransomware attack brought down Nevada’s state servers, resulting in website outages and confusion about what’s working and what isn’t.Below, staff at The Nevada Independent bring you the latest on what we know about the services that have been affected by the cyberattack.Information here will be updated as the state restores services. If there’s information that you&rsq...
Staff at The Nevada Independent detail what services have been affected by a late-August ransomware attack.
An August ransomware attack brought down Nevada’s state servers, resulting in website outages and confusion about what’s working and what isn’t.
Below, staff at The Nevada Independent bring you the latest on what we know about the services that have been affected by the cyberattack.
Information here will be updated as the state restores services. If there’s information that you’d like to see or if details need to be updated, please email .
You can also find more information at the state’s recovery status and public information website .
Department of Motor Vehicles
The Nevada DMV, which has transitioned many services online in recent decades to ease crowding at physical offices, has been among the hardest-hit agencies.
For more than one week after the attack, DMV offices were closed. Offices reopened Sept. 2 for services related to vehicles — including registrations and titles — but services related to identification, such as new licenses, were unavailable. Many DMV services were also available online starting Sept. 2, including registration renewals and duplicate decals.
The weeklong closure of DMV offices resulted in canceled appointments. The agency said that canceled vehicle appointments would be honored as walk-ins, which are available Monday through Saturday, except for in Carson City, where they are only available on weekdays.
The agency also said that penalties incurred during the outage would be waived.
Medicaid, SNAP and other social services
Social service programs use online systems to help users manage benefits, update information, learn how to access services, file complaints and more easily submit applications.
Officials said services through the Nevada Health Authority are working, except for online Medicaid applications for eligibility and enrollment. Individuals must use paper applications until online services are restored. More than 1,200 in-person Medicaid applications were submitted as of Sept. 3.
For immediate care coordination needs, providers and recipients can contact [email protected] or call the Las Vegas District Office at 702-668-4200, Reno District Office at 775-687-1900 or the general statewide number at 866-569-1746.
Individuals applying for the state’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) also cannot apply for benefits online. There are more than 500,000 SNAP recipients in Nevada.
To apply for Medicaid, SNAP or TANF, individuals can do so in person. Here is a list of locations. As of Sept. 3, 2,200 in-person SNAP applications were filed, while 320 people completed applications for TANF.
Information on accessing services has been compiled and is being updated daily at https://www.oem.nv.gov/recovery/.
State officials said that there have been no issues in distributing SNAP benefits to recipients.
They noted, however, that there was a “small delay” in disbursing those benefits to people who were approved for SNAP in the first few days following the attack. Those issues have since been resolved.
Unemployment benefits
There have been no issues in the state’s unemployment system, state officials said. Nevadans can still file for unemployment, receive unemployment benefits and appeal unemployment decisions through the recently revamped online platform.
Nevada had a 5.5 percent unemployment rate in July, the second highest among all states, only trailing California.
Payroll and payments
Officials said state payroll is continuing to be processed as usual, and K-12 education payments have been submitted and are on track.
Nevada State Treasurer’s Office
The treasurer’s office offers information on its website about programs and services it operates, and uses an online portal to allow individuals to check for unclaimed property.
Though officials with the treasurer’s office have noted that the cyberattack has presented challenges across state government, all of the Treasury’s programs and services have continued to be delivered without interruption.
Nevada Secretary of State’s Office
Nevada’s election data operates on an independent server, so it was unaffected by the attack.
But the state’s voter registration portal — where Nevadans can check and update their voter registration or register to vote — was down for the first couple of days after the attack, according to the secretary of state’s office. The portal was down for a longer period of time for Clark County — because of state guidance for counties to shutter interactions with the state network, which was compromised because of the attack — but that was resolved nine days after the attack.
Credit card payments were not functioning for the state’s business licensing system during the first few days following the attack, preventing businesses from paying fees for a new license or a renewal, but those have since been resolved, according to the secretary of state’s office.
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In this week’s Indy Gaming, the LVCVA and the resort industry are seeking ways to halt 2025’s 8 percent visitor decline. Also, good news from Resorts World.Indy Gaming ???? | This is The Nevada Independent’s weekly gaming industry newsletter. Sign up here to receive Indy Gaming directly.Are we on the brink of the next “What happens in Las Vegas, stays in Las Vegas” tourism campaign? Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) officials hinted a...
In this week’s Indy Gaming, the LVCVA and the resort industry are seeking ways to halt 2025’s 8 percent visitor decline. Also, good news from Resorts World.
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Are we on the brink of the next “What happens in Las Vegas, stays in Las Vegas” tourism campaign? Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) officials hinted at an upcoming move to stem the bleeding after seven straight months of declining visitation, though they declined to provide details.
Steve Hill admitted that Las Vegas might not be able to convince Canadian visitors who have stayed away from the Strip — as well as much of the U.S. — to return this year.
Canadians began a travel boycott to America earlier this year after President Donald Trump suggested annexing Canada and making it the “51st state of the U.S.”
“A portion of our friends in Canada are not happy with us right now,” said Hill, CEO of the LVCVA, at a media briefing Friday. “We want them to come back, but we understand they may not be ready to do that.”
Hill went to Vancouver, British Columbia, a few days earlier as part of a sales mission with members of the tourism agency’s staff and resort industry officials to discuss with Canadian counterparts ways to repair the rift that has cost Las Vegas its largest source of international visitation.
“We do this in Canada at least twice a year, and I wanted to go on this one to hear what folks were saying,” Hill said. “Our message to them is, ‘We're here, the city continues to improve, and continues to create new experiences for you. We're ready when you're ready.’”
The LVCVA said Canada is the largest provider of Las Vegas’ international visitors, delivering more than 1.4 million people in 2024, 3 percent of the market’s 41.7 million visitors. According to U.S. Travel, Nevada is one of the top five states — along with Florida, California, New York and Texas — for Canadian visitation.
Through July, international airline passengers to Las Vegas have declined by almost 2 percent. Canadian air carriers Air Canada, WestJet and Flair have combined for an 18 percent decline in passenger volume. In contrast, according to officials at Harry Reid International Airport, carriers from Mexico and the United Kingdom have each shown a 9 percent increase in passengers.
Should Canadian visitation continue to decline, the LVCVA said a 20 percent drop this year would amount to 280,000 fewer Las Vegas visitors, less than 1 percent of the market’s total visitation.
Hill, who spoke with Canadian travel media attending the sales meeting, said Las Vegas sought to repair the rift. Hotel representatives discussed various travel incentive packages while a Sphere Las Vegas official previewed upcoming events.
On Tuesday, Caesars Entertainment announced a $300 “Las Vegas getaway package” that includes a two-night stay on the Strip at Harrah’s Las Vegas, The LINQ Hotel or Flamingo Las Vegas, which includes a $200 food and beverage credit at various lounges and restaurants at Caesars Strip properties. The package price includes taxes and resort fees.
Hill said the LVCVA is working with WestJet and Air Canada to create packages around round-trip flights between Canadian cities and Las Vegas that include special pricing on hotel rooms.
Meanwhile, other states are looking at ways to draw Canadian tourists back into the fold.
California and New York introduced special packages aimed at Canadians, such as the “Californians Love Canada” initiative, which extends 15 percent to 25 percent discounts at nearly 950 hotels statewide.
Through July, the Strip has seen an 8 percent decline in visitors; at more than 22.6 million visitors, it’s down 2 million from a year ago.
Reduced travel from Canada is not completely to blame.
Social media has amplified criticisms that Las Vegas is overpriced and has hurt itself by excessive add-ons to hotel bills, such as resort and parking fees, which Hill hinted would be addressed by a soon-to-be-rolled-out marketing campaign.
“We're all confident in the future of this city,” Hill said. “We're going through a downturn, and we're not happy to be going through a downturn.”
Hill said LVCVA representatives have met “with virtually every CEO of properties across the destination” over the past few weeks.
“We're excited about what we're hearing,” Hill said. “We are looking at some partnerships that will be rolling out here in the near future. Stay tuned for that. But we're really optimistic about Las Vegas.”
With trouble in the past, revenue increases at Resorts World Las Vegas
Resorts World Las Vegas revenue grew 8 percent from April through June compared with the first three months of 2025, according to a financial statement released by Genting Berhad, the Strip property’s Malaysia-based parent corporation.
However, the company said the second-quarter revenue of $180 million was still an 18 percent decrease compared with the second quarter of 2024. But the company noted the Strip has been “impacted by lower visitation and macroeconomic uncertainty.”
Resorts World said its property’s improvement was attributed to reestablishing its VIP gaming program and a higher hold percentage, according to a statement first reported by .
The increases in results followed months of internal turmoil brought on by management shake-ups and the settlement of a disciplinary complaint by Nevada gaming regulators regarding the gambling activities of illegal bookmakers that led to Resorts World paying a $10.5 million fine.
Former MGM Resorts International executive Carlos Castro became the property’s president in May and the company introduced some summer incentive programs, such as free parking and the elimination of resort fees.
“Resorts World Las Vegas has progressed well in recovering and re-establishing its VIP play,” the company said in its statement.
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The NFL season, which kicks off Thursday night when the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles host the Dallas Cowboys, is expected to draw more than $30 billion in legal wagering through sportsbooks and mobile apps in nearly 40 states, according to the American Gaming Association (AGA). The figure is an 8.5 percent increase from 2024’s estimated $27.6 billion. “Legal sports betting enhances the fun and friendly competition that make NFL games and traditions even more special,” said AGA CEO Bill Miller.
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The AGA found that unregulated gambling operators took in more than $673 billion in wagers from Americans, 22 percent more than in 2022, the last time the Washington, D.C.-based trade organization researched the illegal market. The estimated revenue from the illegal wagers was $54 billion. In 2024, regulated and legal commercial gaming operations produced $72 billion in taxable gaming revenue, producing more than $51.9 million in gaming taxes. The increase frustrates Miller, given the AGA’s efforts to halt illegal operations through consumer education, lobbying efforts in state legislatures and working with law enforcement to shut down illegal operators. “It’s time for a national crackdown on the pervasive illegal market that is draining state coffers and putting people at risk,” Miller said.
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A Clark County School District music teacher was honored with one of the state’s highest education awards during a surprise ceremony on Wednesday.Alexandra Snabon-Jun, who teaches at Tyrone Thompson Elementary School in Las Vegas, was named the 2026 Nevada State Teacher of the Year. Jun, who has taught in Nevada for over two decades, will represent the Silver State in the National Teacher of the Year program.Jun is the sole music teacher for more than 900 children at Tyrone Thompson Elementary. Sh...
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A Clark County School District music teacher was honored with one of the state’s highest education awards during a surprise ceremony on Wednesday.
Alexandra Snabon-Jun, who teaches at Tyrone Thompson Elementary School in Las Vegas, was named the 2026 Nevada State Teacher of the Year. Jun, who has taught in Nevada for over two decades, will represent the Silver State in the National Teacher of the Year program.
Jun is the sole music teacher for more than 900 children at Tyrone Thompson Elementary. She leads two choirs, produces musicals, and teaches a wide-ranging curriculum including percussion, ukulele, recorders, and dance.
“When I think of Ali Jun, two adjectives come to mind, which are passionate and fun for kids,” Robert Hinchliffe, Principal of Tyrone Thompson Elementary School, said. “She makes every lesson incredibly engaging in many ways, and is beloved by both students and parents within our community. She has built our music and choir program from the ground up, and her devotion to this field is unparalleled.”
Clark County Superintendent Jhone Ebert called Jun a “rockstar” whose daily energy inspires students to excel.
“Each day, her passion for teaching and educating students is evident as she inspires students to be their very best. She epitomizes what it means to make CCSD the Destination District,” Ebert said.
The Nevada State Teacher of the Year program, facilitated by the Council of Chief State School Officers, celebrates educators who demonstrate excellence in and outside the classroom. In 2021, Nevada’s Juliana Urtubey was recognized as the National Teacher of the Year.
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The Las Vegas City Council voted unanimously Wednesday to appoint a replacement for Victoria Seaman, who resigned from the position last week to become a regional director in Denver for President Donald Trump’s Department of Health and Human Services.The council rejected the prospect of holding a special election, which is projected to cost $467,000, according to city officials.The council is seeking applicants interested in temporarily representing Ward 2. The application, which is posted on the city website, in...
The Las Vegas City Council voted unanimously Wednesday to appoint a replacement for Victoria Seaman, who resigned from the position last week to become a regional director in Denver for President Donald Trump’s Department of Health and Human Services.
The council rejected the prospect of holding a special election, which is projected to cost $467,000, according to city officials.
The council is seeking applicants interested in temporarily representing Ward 2. The application, which is posted on the city website, includes a pledge from the applicant that they will not run for election to the council next year.
“There’s nothing that we can do to enforce that. Is that correct?” Councilwoman Shondra Summers-Armstrong inquired of the city attorney, who agreed the appointed councilmember could not legally be prohibited from running.
“While it’s not legally binding, it’s very important, from my perspective, that this council not engage in any electioneering or trying to give one candidate an advantage over another,” Councilwoman Francis Allen Palenske responded.
Appointed council members are historically at an advantage in subsequent elections.
In 2004, newly appointed Las Vegas City Councilman Steve Wolfson faced 11 challengers in the city’s general election, but prevailed and went on to win another two elections to the seat.
The city intends to advertise the council opening on its website today through 5 p.m. Friday.
Applicants must live in Ward 2, which encompasses much of Summerlin.
The mayor and council will individually review the applications and resumes and submit their top three in ranking order to Human Resources by Sept. 7, according to Human Resources Director Vince Zamora. Based on the council rankings, HR will forward the top three finalists for discussion at the Sept. 17 City Council meeting.
In the event of a tie, finalists will have three minutes to present their qualifications at the meeting and the council will vote.
It’s been more than a week since a cyber attack prompted the state to shut down or limit several state government services in Nevada, including state offices, websites, and phone lines.Several websites in the state of Nevada remain down as the state struggles to recover from the attack, including an online portal that allows Nevadans to apply for medical and nutrition assistance.Access Nevada – which state residents use to apply for Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and Temporary Assistance...
It’s been more than a week since a cyber attack prompted the state to shut down or limit several state government services in Nevada, including state offices, websites, and phone lines.
Several websites in the state of Nevada remain down as the state struggles to recover from the attack, including an online portal that allows Nevadans to apply for medical and nutrition assistance.
Access Nevada – which state residents use to apply for Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) – remains down, but in-person services have resumed, providing some relief.
State officials said payments for existing SNAP and TANF customers have not been affected, and clients can expect benefits to arrive in their accounts without delay.
New customers or those who need to renew their benefits will need to complete a paper benefit application and submit it to a Division of Social Services office in person.
Nevada residents who were in the process of applying or renewing benefits for SNAP and TANF when the cyberattack took place, should not be impacted by the disruption in services. Those applications will be processed as normal.
A list of open state offices that can accept applications can be found here.
Paper applications can be found at the state district offices across the state, where caseworkers are available during business hours to assist individuals in person if they need help in completing a Medicaid, SNAP, or TANF eligibility application.
Nevada residents who need additional assistance for Medicaid, SNAP and TANF can call a dedicated number with concerns: In Southern Nevada, 702-486-1646; in Northern Nevada: 775-684-7200
State officials said they don’t have a projected timeline for when normal operations in the state will be fully restored, but are prioritizing public-facing and critical services.
Residents can follow updates on the restoration of state government services on a dedicated website hosted by the Nevada Office of Emergency Management. The website will provide Nevadans with daily “service status” updates and functioning contact information for state agencies and departments.
Few details have been revealed about the cyber attack itself, including the attacker’s motive. State officials said it’s still an ongoing investigation and the state is working in coordination with federal officials at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
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