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 Hofburg 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 Vienna, VA 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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“My family has used Always Best Care for about five months now. We are grateful”
“Scott and his staff were excellent to work with. We quickly needed all night”
“My mother required some post-surgical assistance as she was healing from a knee replacement procedure.”
“Scott Maquire, owner is helpful and will work with you to develop a plan that”
“I had caregivers for my elderly mother from Always Best Care for close to three”
“Finding Always Best Care was a game changer for me and my mom (after trying”
“Our experience with Always Best Care Senior Services of Herndon was positive. Excellent communication and”
“Our family was delighted to have found Always Best Care Senior Services, having been recommended”
“With my wife bed bound and I the only caretaker, I was soon exhausted. Scott”
“I am a past client of this provider My mother was in hospice care and needed”
“Scott and his team provided excellent companion care for Mom as her dementia progressed. They”
“I had the good fortune to work for Scott Maguire at ABC following my move”
“Anyone reading this is likely where my family was. Completely exhausted and desperate. My husband”
“Wow--my family has worked with a number of companies to assist us through the years”
“I couldn’t be happier with the care Scott and his team have provided my mother”
“I can't say enough good things about Always Best Care. They have have been very”
“They were able to find a suitable care-giver within a relatively short time frame”
“Scott Maguire at ABC was very helpful when I needed to find an assisted living”
“I have worked with this company for many years as the leader in an assisted”
“Always Best Care has provided a wealth of knowledge. They helped me deal with”
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“Scott was a huge help to the Nay family by helping us find an Assisted”
“My family and I were blessed to find Rashid and his wonderful team of caregivers! From the first day the emphasis was always on our father and how they could meet his needs and keep him comfortable. They took care of our dad as if he was a member of their family. The caring starts at the top with Rashid, who is amazing. He knew my father well and visited him often, always keeping us informed. He would be at the house to orient new care team members and introduce them to our father including weekends and shift change at 8 pm. When we could not be with our father, we knew he was in great hands. We were so fortunate to have found Rashid and his wonderful team of caring and empathetic caregivers, they were a blessing to us during a very difficult time.”
“I'm writing this review as a friend and sometimes caregiver of a person with dementia. She has received in-home services from Always Best Care for several years. Her home care aide, Brenda, helped my friend with things like organizing her files, paying bills, finding and keeping track of her things, canceling subscription items bought online and then not remembered, medication management, etc. She was kind, patient, and highly flexible. The company owner has also been wonderful to work with; kind, patient, flexible and responsive. I highly recommend ABC Senior Services!”
“Hi, Please know my Five Stars rating is very real & very honest! I reached out to Always Best Care S.S. (Fairfax County VA) & received the best customer service from Rashid after 11 exhausting calls. What I actually needed at that time they did not offer, but Rashid still proceeded to assist me. Rashid showed caring concerns and patience. Rashid even reached out on my behalf to others in his field of work as well provided me with further resources outside of his own practice! Not only did Rashid provide other resources, Rashid followed up with me the next day!! Mind you I missed the call/phone tag & Rashid still returned my call until we connected! That’s above beyond…. I was relieved of a lot of burden & false hope. The resources ended up being a huge success. So I want to highly recommend Contacting Always Best Care S.S. And have the pleasure I experienced with Rashid an awesome person, very professional top notch customer service for your needs. Rashid Farrell thank you for being you???? Octavia”
“My family has used Always Best Care for about five months now. We are grateful for the help and advice we have received. The home health aide sent to us has been outstanding and Scott Maguire has always been available for advice. We recommend ABC to anyone who needs its services.”
“Scott and his staff were excellent to work with. We quickly needed all night companions at the hospital and home for more than two months. Scott responded to our needs and provided some wonderful people. Highly recommend.”
“My mother required some post-surgical assistance as she was healing from a knee replacement procedure. Scott was very helpful in arranging a dependable and compassionate caregiver for the time which we needed the assistance. I could confidently attend to my work schedule knowing that my mother was receiving the help she needed for medication reminders, meal preparation, exercise prompts and having a supportive ear during the convalescence from Sue. I recommend Always Best Care Senior Services very highly.”
“Scott Maquire, owner is helpful and will work with you to develop a plan that works best for your situation. My mom loves here caregiver and I highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services for peace of mind,”
“I had caregivers for my elderly mother from Always Best Care for close to three years, and I would unreservedly do so again. It took a little bit to find providers who were right for my mother’s particular needs (besides becoming increasingly frail, she had severe anxiety), and for my schedule (my mother was living with me), but owner Scott Maguire was extremely accessible and responsive, and ultimately we established an arrangement that worked well. The caregivers were honest, reliable, caring, and responsive to my feedback, and communication via daily logs and in-person reporting ensured I was aware of anything I needed to know. I found the advantage of working with a small company whose owner I never had trouble reaching or getting to understand my needs a huge factor in what made this agency work for me.”
“Finding Always Best Care was a game changer for me and my mom (after trying several other companies). Scott was professional and responsive. He found the perfect companion for my mom (Kendall). She was reliable, flexible, thoughtful, kind and an excellent communicator. Within a short time, my mom began asking when that "nice Kendall" was coming again. I cannot recommend ABC Senior Services highly enough. I will always be grateful for their services.”
“Our experience with Always Best Care Senior Services of Herndon was positive. Excellent communication and billing was easy.”
“Our family was delighted to have found Always Best Care Senior Services, having been recommended by another senior care agency. They quickly responded with excellent experienced care givers who were terrific in caring for my father, giving him the attention he needed. The personal attention given by the owner was terrific. The nursing consultation was also appreciated. I highly recommend this agency.”
“With my wife bed bound and I the only caretaker, I was soon exhausted. Scott and Always Best Care came to my rescue by providing me with the help I needed to get through this ordeal. The young lady that came 7 hours a day was a Godsend to me. She was attentive and caring and made my wife's life so much better, no to mention my own. I would not have made it through without her. Scott dealt directly with the insurance people saving me from having to manage any record keeping and payment issues. That also relieves a lot of stress. I would strongly recommend Always Best Care to anyone in need of such services.”
“I am a past client of this provider My mother was in hospice care and needed help and companionship and I couldn’t be there 24/7. Always Best Care sent providers to be with her and I can’t say enough good things about them. They were compassionate and skilled, and always there when I needed them. I could relax knowing that my mom was in good hands.”
“Scott and his team provided excellent companion care for Mom as her dementia progressed. They ran errands with her, provided meals for her and Dad, and generally kept her engaged and entertained during the pandemic. Scott was a wealth of knowledge and always available to help us navigate the disease and it’s effects. I highly recommend him and his team!”
“I had the good fortune to work for Scott Maguire at ABC following my move from New Hampshire to Virginia. I was with the agency for eight years until last month when I moved to Florida. Scott always cared about his clients, and had a knack for matching them with compatible caregivers. He was always available for questions and concerns. I had opportunities to work for other agencies between clients, but chose to stick with Always Best Care, because the name of the agency says it all.”
“Anyone reading this is likely where my family was. Completely exhausted and desperate. My husband and I had been primary caregivers for my in-laws when one ended up with non-COVID pneumonia and the other had a stroke followed by a fall-- all since early January. Now vaccinated, they were ready for outside help and wanted it to start right away. We had been talking to an agency throughout the process that came highly recommended, Old Dominion. But they were not able to turn around an awesome caregiver in 72 hours and recommended I call one of their friendly competitors-- Scott- At Always Best Care Senior Services in Herndon. Scott understood that we were looking for stopgap care until Old Dominion could find someone permanent and after a call Friday afternoon, he had someone at my in-laws on Monday, 8:00am. And she was terrific. It makes all the difference to have such a positive experience from the beginning. My in-laws were very pleased and appreciated that Scott had been upfront that the caregiver he had available had a thick accent and that, combined with a mask, might be challenging for someone hearing impaired. This is an issue for my mother in law and it made all the difference that she knew in advance. The other thing I appreciated is that all of Scott's caregivers are vaccinated or on their way. The one he sent was getting her second shot later in her start week with us. Unfortunately, my father-in-law is going to need a stint in skilled rehab, so we won't be continuing with Scott's wonderful caregiver. But Scott stepped up to help provide some insiders perspective on facilities. There was nothing to gain from that, except putting goodness out into the world. The process is overwhelming and it made such a difference to get his perspective. We could not have been more pleased to have had such a terrific experience and highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services if you or a loved one is looked for quality care.”
“Wow--my family has worked with a number of companies to assist us through the years in the Annandale area. This is the best. Scott Maguire--the owner is responsive, collaborative, and empathetic to unique questions and requirements. This is the company we will work with hereafter.”
“I couldn’t be happier with the care Scott and his team have provided my mother this past year. They’ve been very responsive and flexible to her changing needs. I would recommend this very well-run company to anyone seeking top-notch care for their loved one.”
“I can't say enough good things about Always Best Care. They have have been very flexible with providing services for my dad, and have a top-notch staff. We're extremely pleased!”
“They were able to find a suitable care-giver within a relatively short time frame”
“Scott Maguire at ABC was very helpful when I needed to find an assisted living facility for my mother. Later, when my mother's needs increased, ABC provided a very good companion for her. I recommend Scott and ABC without reservation.”
“I have worked with this company for many years as the leader in an assisted living community in the local Herndon neighborhood. I have found that the caregivers at "Always Best Care" were compassionate, caring and engaging with the the residents they served with our community. The management team at Always Best Care, in addition, were very responsive to any questions or concerns that we may have had and resolved issues immediately. The management team often visited their team members in the community ensuring that their employees were engaging with their clients and performing professionally in the "guest community". I would highly recommend this organization if you are looking for a team who can understand the needs of the senior as well as the needs of the family.”
“Always Best Care has provided a wealth of knowledge. They helped me deal with all the issues that appeared once my Mom got sick and could no longer take care of herself. Scott shared ideas and information. He was able to direct me to VA services I didn't realize my Mom was entitled. This money thanks to Scott has allowed my Mom to stay in her home and have services provided to her. I highly recommend Scott and his caring wonderful staff at Always Best Care.”
“Always Best Care is a very respected business in Herndon. It is always a pleasure to work with Scott and his team.”
“Scott was a huge help to the Nay family by helping us find an Assisted Living Home that suited my parent's budget and lifestyle. Scott identified our financial concerns and then went to work looking for a place for my parents. He found a great place closer to my home and my parents are thrilled with it and are able to bank money instead of wasting money at the place they were at before. Scott's referral service will always be remembered by the Nay Family”
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 City 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 Clarity or visit Neue Burg Teil der Wiener Hofburg, 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 Vienna, VA, 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 Vienna, VA 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 Vienna, VA 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.
Veterans Day, which recognizes those who have served in the military, will prompt ceremonies and deals for vets. Patch StaffVIENNA, VA — Veterans Day, a time to recognize those who have served in the U.S. military, is a federal holiday that will be recognized on Monday, Nov. 11. In Vienna, there will be ceremonies, closures and deals for veterans to recognize the holiday.Town of Vienna offices will be closed for the holiday on Nov. 11. Regular trash collection will be held.The American Legion Dyer-Gunnell ...
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VIENNA, VA — Veterans Day, a time to recognize those who have served in the U.S. military, is a federal holiday that will be recognized on Monday, Nov. 11. In Vienna, there will be ceremonies, closures and deals for veterans to recognize the holiday.
Town of Vienna offices will be closed for the holiday on Nov. 11. Regular trash collection will be held.
The American Legion Dyer-Gunnell Post 180 will host its Veterans Day Ceremony at 11 a.m. on Monday at 330 Center Street N. The ceremony features American Legion's executive director of government affairs Mario Marquez and will honor the service of veterans.
Other nearby ceremonies and events include the National Veterans Day Parade on Nov. 10, Great Falls ceremony on Nov. 11, Fairfax ceremony with American Legion Post 177 on Nov. 11, National Veterans Day Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery on Nov. 11, Falls Church ceremony on Nov. 11, Herndon ceremony with The American Legion Post 184 on Nov. 11, and Rotary Club of Herndon-Reston's veteran pancake breakfast on Nov. 16.
Beyond Veterans Day, veterans can receive a free meal at the Vienna Moose Lodge Tribute Feast on Nov. 16 starting at 4 p.m. The event includes live music by two local bands, fried turkey, a Christmas tree lighting and more. While veterans get in free, tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. Vienna Moose Lodge membership is not required.
Another promotion for veterans will be free car washes at Mr Wash Car Wash's 11 locations. Veterans, active duty military and military spouses can receive a free car wash from Saturday, Nov. 8 to Monday, Nov. 11. The closest location to Vienna is 8218 Leesburg Pike, Tysons, VA, but there are 10 other locations.
"At Mr Wash Car Wash, we believe in giving back to our community and showing our appreciation for those who have made sacrifices to protect our nation," said Nathan Harris, CEO at Mr Wash Car Wash. "We are thrilled to offer free Car Washes to all Veterans, Active Duty Military, and Military Spouses during this special period."
If you know of other promotions for veterans around Vienna, please email [email protected].
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VIENNA, VA — Vienna's mayor addressed the indoor pool and fitness center plan coupled with a meals tax proposal ahead of a November public hearing.In a video briefing for town residents, Mayor Linda Colbert said an indoor pool and fitness facility was the top resident choice for the annex property at 301 Center Street South. When the recommended use was presented, Vienna Town Council discussed the possibility of a 1 percent...
VIENNA, VA — Vienna's mayor addressed the indoor pool and fitness center plan coupled with a meals tax proposal ahead of a November public hearing.
In a video briefing for town residents, Mayor Linda Colbert said an indoor pool and fitness facility was the top resident choice for the annex property at 301 Center Street South. When the recommended use was presented, Vienna Town Council discussed the possibility of a 1 percent temporary meals tax hike to fund the project sooner than the normal capital budget process. Town officials believe meals tax revenue could help open it by 2030 rather than 2040.
The town government has posted a web page detailing the proposed 24,500-square-foot facility. The pool component of the facility would provide a pool for recreation and leisure, with four lap lanes, a zero-entry point for accessibility, and a standalone zone with a splash zone. The fitness center, making up about 9,000 square feet, would include areas for weights and machines, cardio workouts, and group exercise classes. The facility would have a lobby, rental rooms, office space for staff, restrooms, locker rooms and family change rooms.
"Keep in mind, the design is not final," said Colbert. "The design that you have seen is an idea of what it could be. We want it to be for all ages. We want it to be for all abilities. We want kids to be able to play. We want to be able to take swim lessons. We want adults to be able to do water aerobics. We want people to be able to swim lap lanes. We want the fitness center to be a good fitness center."
As for the meals tax proposal, a temporary hike would add 1 percent on to the existing 3 percent meals tax in the Town of Vienna. Colbert said it equates to $1 on a $100 bill. The town has used a temporary meals tax from 2002 to 2008 to fund the Town Green.
The mayor noted that the existing 3 percent meals tax is lower than other localities around the region.
"Raising it to 4 percent will match some of the other communities, but there are still communities that are higher," said Colbert.
Feedback is being collected on the meals tax proposal by emailing [email protected], taking an online survey, calling 703-255-6304, or sending a letter to 127 Center Street South, Vienna, VA 22180. Residents can also provide feedback at Vienna Town Council's public hearing at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 18 at Vienna Town Hall. Town Council could make a final decision about the meals tax proposal on Dec. 9.
"We understand there's a lot of things that go along with this," said Colbert. "We want to hear from you, and we are listening, and we are being very thoughtful about this, but it is an exciting thing to think about."
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Inspections in September and early October found violations like an ice machine without a lid exposed to possible contamination and more.Patch StaffVIENNA, VA — As the Fairfax County Health Department regularly inspects restaurants in the Town of Vienna, we continue to look at the latest inspection results.The health department's environmental health staff inspect over 5,200 restaurants and other retail food service establishments in Fairfax County and cities of Falls Church and Fairfax to ensure safe food handli...
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VIENNA, VA — As the Fairfax County Health Department regularly inspects restaurants in the Town of Vienna, we continue to look at the latest inspection results.
The health department's environmental health staff inspect over 5,200 restaurants and other retail food service establishments in Fairfax County and cities of Falls Church and Fairfax to ensure safe food handling practices are followed. This includes proper sanitation, food storage and preparation, and adequate kitchen facilities. Aside from restaurants, staff inspect child care centers, hospitals, school cafeterias, and temporary food service vendors at festivals.
Residents can search for a specific restaurant or browse a map of inspected locations through the online database. The health department cautions residents that multiple inspection reports should be used to evaluate a restaurant rather than a single report.
This week's report focuses on reports in September and so far in October around the Town of Vienna. See inspection results below, and click on each link to see current and past reports for each restaurant.
Paisano's Pizza: 312 Maple Ave., Vienna, Va 22180
Last inspection: Sept. 26
Manhattan Bagel: 310 Maple Ave, Vienna, Va 22180
Last inspection: Sept. 24
Panera Bread: 136 Maple Ave., Vienna, Va 22180
Last inspection: Sept. 25
Violations: No violations found.
Pure Pasty: 128 C Church St., Vienna, Va 22180
Last inspection: Sept. 24
Cafe Renaissance: 163 Glyndon St., Vienna, Va 22180
Last inspection: Sept. 18
Taco Bamba: 164 Maple Ave, Vienna, Va 22180
Last inspection: Oct. 4
The Sandwich Shop: 132 Church St., Vienna, Va 22180
Last inspection: Oct. 8
Vienna Inn: 120 Maple Ave., Vienna, Va 22180
Last inspection: Oct. 16
Bear Branch Tavern: 133 Maple Ave, Ste# 100, Vienna, Va 22180
Last inspection: Oct. 16
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Many respondents of a Patch survey are resistant to a temporary meals tax, although some want to see a pool and fitness center.Patch Staff|Updated Tue, Oct 29, 2024 at 8:56 am ETVIENNA, VA — A majority of respondents to a Patch survey oppose a proposed 1 percent temporary meals tax being considered by Vienna Town Council.We surveyed readers after Vienna Town Council be...
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|Updated Tue, Oct 29, 2024 at 8:56 am ET
VIENNA, VA — A majority of respondents to a Patch survey oppose a proposed 1 percent temporary meals tax being considered by Vienna Town Council.
We surveyed readers after Vienna Town Council began having discussions about a temporary meals tax addition to fund the community's desired indoor pool and fitness center. The pool and fitness center was the final recommendation for the annex property at 301 Center Street South. Town Council discussed the option of a temporary 1 percent meals tax increase on top of the current 3 percent rate to help fund the project sooner — by 2030. The town estimated the opening would be 2040 under the normal capital project funding process.
Nearly 200 readers responded to our survey from the afternoon of Wednesday, Oct. 23 to noon on Monday, Oct. 28. There were 73.3 percent of respondents opposed to a 1 percent temporary meals tax, while 22.7 percent were supportive and 3.5 percent unsure.
There was more support for the indoor pool and fitness center, even for those that don't want a temporary meals tax hike to fund it. A total of 44.9 percent support the pool and fitness center uses, while 40.4 percent are opposed and 14.6 percent are unsure.
Respondents indicated 65.2 percent eat out at least once a week in Vienna, and 26.8 percent eat out at least once a month. But 60.1 percent overall said the 1 percent meals tax addition would make them less likely to eat out. Another 36.8 percent said the meals tax hike would have no impact on their decision to eat out.
One common reason cited for opposed respondents was the cost of taxes or eating out. Some were concerned about restaurants surviving on small profit margins.
"We already have tax fatigue in Vienna," one respondent said. "An additional tax would absolutely hurt consumers and more importantly businesses as I personally would simply drive to a restaurant outside of Vienna."
"I think 10 years is a long time for a 'temporary' tax and places the burden on a lot of people who will possibly not be able to afford to eat in Vienna restaurants as often as they might like or as often as they do now," another shared. "This could have an adverse effect on the restaurant businesses in Vienna that are already operating in a very competitive marketplace."
"Restaurants are already struggling to keep up with rising food and labor costs," said another respondent. "Adding yet another tax, no matter how small, could be the straw that breaks the back of a restaurant that may be on the edge of not making it. It’s a tough industry and I don’t think we should look to them to find something that would be nice to have but not absolutely necessary."
On the other side, some respondents support a higher meals tax to provide a needed recreational facility.
One respondent said "the Town should have public pool for residents."
"No indoor pool or fitness center in the revamped community center was a major disappointment," another respondent said. "This move finally gives us what we wanted back then. Gimme a 1% meal tax all day to get this done."
Another respondent said the facility is "something we need for fitness, and all of our summer swim teams need a place to practice off season - that will help pay year round operating costs."
Some residents were skeptical about the benefits of the pool and fitness center or pointed to nearby recreational facilities from Fairfax County.
"I don’t support it because the pool and fitness center will charge to use it," one respondent wrote. "The current Vienna Community Center classes and fitness should be free. We already pay taxes for these, then get charged to use them! Where are the free services for low income like me?"
"As a formal Cardinal Hill swim member, they have to cap the capacity offer membership to 700 families," another respondent said. "The town of Vienna exceeds this and you are asking both town members and non-town members to pay for a facility that they may not get to use due to cost or limit of participants."
"I think the fitness center is too expensive to build and will be too expensive to maintain," another added. "With other pool and fitness centers around Fairfax, I do not think one should be built in Vienna. Instead I’d like to see an Arts Center for adults and children be built."
"There is a perfectly adequate public pool in Oakton and there are at least two private swimming clubs in Vienna," another shared.
Some suggestions for funding the pool and fitness project from respondents were property taxes, a voter-approved bond, funding from cutting expenses, private developer funding, grants, an annual membership or season pass, and fundraiser with donors.
The survey is non-scientific and is only intended to show Patch reader sentiment. If you want Vienna Town Council to see your comments, you may provide input at the Nov. 18 public hearing, email the full Town Council at [email protected] or call the Town Clerk’s office at 703-255-6304. A town hall was held on Oct. 22.
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