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Given the choice, most of us want to stay in our homes. Sometimes, people need help to remain at home. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.

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“There are so many nursing homes to choose from, with their guidance I was able to find the right facility for my mother, right away. I would highly recommend them to any family or friends in need of their services.”

Candace K.
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“Steve and Claudia at Always Best Care Senior Services were just awesome in how they provided at home care for my mother Carmen. Starting with the initial consultation by Steve to learn about mom's personal care needs to the follow-up visit of a registered nurse to the eventual placement of a compassionate caregiver; every step of their service was well thought out and they truly delivered on providing a level of care for mom that exceeded our families (and mom's) expectations. It can be very nerve racking to find and leave your loved one with a caregiver but this company gets that and they were just fantastic. Thank you Always Best Care!”

Mark B.
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“ABC has provided the essential care and support my dad needed after hospitalization and chemo treatments. I have peace of mind knowing they are supporting him.”

Michelle B.
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“I have been utilizing Always Best Care Senior Services for 2 years to care 24/7 for my elderly parents. I am very pleased with their services. The Owners and Office Staff bend over backwards to make sure that there is always coverage, to alert my parents Caregiver Team of any requests that I make, to advise me when there is an issue with my parents or their dog. The Caregiver Team working with my parents are all compassionate and caring, knowledgeable and skilled. Sadly, my Father passed away in the fall of 2020. Each of their Caregivers, the Owners and the Office Staff expressed to me that they would like to attend his memorial service when we are able to have it. During the weeks he was slipping away, the Caregiver team not only took care of my parents, they looked after me, gently reminding me to eat, rest or take a break. They truly care not only for my parents, but for all our family. I can’t begin to express what a comfort it has been to have them caring for my parents, especially during the pandemic when visits are prohibited. They are my eyes and ears. Working intimately with my parents, the Caregivers are very tuned in to even subtle changes. If you are in the market and looking for a senior services/home health care company, I strongly urge you to reach out to Always Best Care Senior Services. You’ll be happy you did.”

Heidi R.
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“If you want quality care for yourself or your loved ones, Steve and his time are the best, don’t waste your time looking elsewhere. As an estate planning attorney, I have recommended clients to Steve who have been very happy with his team. Steve and his team went above and beyond for one specific client of mine that had a very complex situation, and I am eternally grateful to them. I only hope I can continue to work together with him - Steve and his team are dedicated to making sure you are comfortable, happy and safe. My favorite part about Always Best Care is that all of their staff are TRAINED EMPLOYEES WITH CONTINUING EDUCATION - NOT INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS!”

Aldo C.
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“Always best care is a top notch senior services company. They go above and beyond with their clients and treat them as if they are family. If you are looking for a great family oriented team to help take care of your love one look no further. Give Always best care a call you will not be disappointed!!”

Forrest H.
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“Highly recommended! All the staff is very professional and courteous”

Ryan N.
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“Steve and his team were amazing. As my father’s Parkinson’s progress, we were in need of home health care desperately. Steve and his nurse came to our home, assess the situation, and set up a schedule to accommodate our needs. I would highly recommend them to any family or friends in need of their services.”

Claudine P.
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“Steven and his team are superior in caring for aging friends and family. The most important thing is having people who you can trust with your family.”

Allison T.
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“Steve and his team will take superior care of your loved ones.”

John D.
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“Steve Snell and Staff of Always Best Care Senior Services have been amazingly responsive, helpful and worked diligently to make sure my clients needs were met! Can't praise them enough. The case was staffed immediately and overseen at all levels. Thank you for Always providing the Best Care!”

Karen G.
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“I have worked with, and explored working with, various agencies and registries in the Palm Beach County area. I am picky. Always Best Care is qualitatively a notch above every other organization I've encountered. Responsive. Amiable. Professional. The aide, Islande, who has worked with my mom is top-notch for our needs. And . . . I have no doubt Steve (the agency's owner) and his staff would strive to find someone else, if it hadn't been a fit. If you are looking for Nursing Care, I strongly recommend giving Always Best Care a chance. BTW: It is important to understand that working with an Nursing Agency (like Always Best Care), means the staff are employees, not independent contractors (as they are when working through a Nursing Registry). An Agency is vested in having good employees, and a good agency wants you to be happy. But even all Agencies are not created equal. I worked with one (Alternative Health Care) where aides did not always show up! That was painful and incredibly stressful, and the manager and other higher-up staff didn't give a hoot.”

Liz S.
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“I wish there were more that five stars. I can not say enough about the experience we have had in working with Always Best Care Senior Services. Not only were they extremely receptive to our needs, available immediately to every call, text or email, compassionate and kind...every single employee was better than the next. My Dad's recent death and my mothers recent surgery (with complications) requiring extra care was a traumatic time for our family. The care she received was beyond skilled and professional. We knew she was in trusting, caring hands. She was happy. I have recommended ABC to others and they have had the same experience. Do not hesitate to reach out to them if you are in need. I highly recommend them. I know I will be reaching out to Steven and Claudia the next time I am in need. My family and I are extremely grateful.”

Donna H.
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“Fabulous experience with Always Best Care. Treated my 90 year old Father in Law with dignity and respect. We actually had fun with his aides and they were helpful and kind.”

Alicia B.
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“I am very glad to have chosen ABC Senior Services to get us through a very difficult time when my parents finally reached the end of their independent lifestyles at age 96 and 97. Scheduling was difficult and sometimes changes were made last minute, but ABC came through as well as could be expected. Despite losing his wife of 37 years, my father is currently doing very well back north in an assisted living facility. Thank you ABC for the compassion you expressed throughout the 4 months you were there for us.”

Rob C.
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“Always Best Care is a great company who goes above and beyond for their clients. My mother fell at my brothers home in Connecticut and I called Steve Snell for some guidance. Even though Steve is in Florida he was able to get my family connected with a representative in Connecticut immediately. Thank you Steve!”

Mike B.
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“ABC goes to great lengths to get to know their clients in order to provide the best possible match with ABC’s in home care providers. The aides blend into the home environment with professionalism, compassion and helpfulness. They are unobtrusive but available at all times. As a primary caregiver I wish I started with them years ago.”

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“Extremely friendly and professional. I was very comfortable leaving my loved one in their care.”

happy C.
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“Great, helpful, supportive service! I tried others, but ANC is the beat!”

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“Experiencing using ABC is the best you will find anywhere. The owners and employees are there for one reason and that is to make their clients happy with their caregivers. I have never seen such compassion from an agency. I am the client, so I know what to look for and the caregivers they recommend. Would be happy to talk to anyone with questions. Thanks”

Mimi B.
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“Always Best Care's caregivers and office staff are the best I have dealt with.”

Bruce M.
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“I can't say enough about how much ABC has helped both our parents and our family. Their name -- Always Best Care -- is clearly their guiding principle! From the highest level administration (Stephen and Beverly) to the amazing caregivers and schedulers -- the entire staff have been responsive and attentive from day one. They have been unfailingly respectful, caring, professional and competent. They were flexible and kind when my mother became terminally ill. And readily available and again responsive when we reinitiated services for my father. Their attentiveness and professionalism is reflected in the amazingly kind, competent and resourceful caregiving staff. Their exceptional caregivers have allowed us peace of mind, knowing that our Dad is getting great support from reliable providers who readily alert us of any matters that need attention. I highly recommend ABC!”

Carla R.
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“Always Best Care has been wonderful in many ways. Steve Snell, Owner and Area Representative, and Beverly Casper, RN were patient, kind and respectful while my Dad came to terms with the idea that he really did need help. They were flexible and open and that made all the difference. My Dad's aide Fabienne is responsible and caring and now more of a companion than aide. Steve and his scheduling team has been proactive about any changes that needed to occur and very good about communicating with me both by phone and email. Having them on board has lessened the worry I feel on a daily basis. My mother had a prolonged illness and through the years we dealt with many health care agencies. The attention and care we have received from Always Best Care is, by far, the best we ever have experienced and we are very grateful to have found them.”

Linda S.
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“I highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services if you have a loved one that needs personal care.”

Melanie T.
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“Dori, is such a wonderful person and makes such an impact on everyone she is involved with.”

Jamie W.
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How does In-home Senior Care in Jupiter, FL work?

Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it's 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 ages, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.

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Aging in Place: The Preferred Choice for Most Seniors

While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit.

In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a unfamiliar assisted living community, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.

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

Comfort
Comfort

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, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old. With the help of elderly care in Jupiter, FL, 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.

Healthy Living
Healthy Living

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.

Independence
Independence

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 an assisted living community. 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.

Cost and Convenience
Cost and Convenience

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 to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, can be 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 in Jupiter, FL 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.

Empowers Seniors

Affordable Care Plans

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:

Veteran's Benefits
Veteran's Benefits

Attendance and aid benefits through military service can cover a portion of the costs associated with in-home care for veterans and their spouses.

Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance

Many senior care services like in-home care are included in long-term care insurance options. Research different long-term care solutions to find a plan that provides coverage for senior care.

Private Insurance
Private Insurance

Home care can be included as part of a senior's private insurance plan. Read over your loved one's insurance policy carefully or speak with their insurance provider to determine if in-home care is covered.

Life Insurance
Life Insurance

Depending on the life insurance plan, you may be able to apply your policy toward long-term care. You may be able to use long-term-care coverage to help pay for in-home elderly care.


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During your Care Plan consultation with Always Best Care, your Care Coordinator will speak with you about in-home care costs and what options there may be to help meet your budget needs.

Compassionate Care. Trusted Caregivers

When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.

Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.

At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Jupiter,FL 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.

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Taking the First Step with Always Best Care

The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced 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:

An assessment of your senior loved one

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An in-depth discussion of the needs of your senior loved one to remain in their own home

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Reviewing a detailed Care Plan that will meet your senior loved one's needs

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Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.

If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.

When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.

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Jupiter, Florida, Is The Perfect Spring Break Destination That No One Ever Talks About

Drive a little farther south to avoid crowded shores.When you think of spring break in Florida, you probably picture crowded sands teeming with vacationers. That’s the modus operandi of many destinations once spring break arrives, but there are certain pockets of shoreline in the Sunshine State where you can find less-crowded beaches and lots of fun. One of these places is Jupiter, Florida, a laid-back destination with a classic old-beach-town atmosphere. There is as much fun to be had here as there is in spring-break standbys l...

Drive a little farther south to avoid crowded shores.

When you think of spring break in Florida, you probably picture crowded sands teeming with vacationers. That’s the modus operandi of many destinations once spring break arrives, but there are certain pockets of shoreline in the Sunshine State where you can find less-crowded beaches and lots of fun. One of these places is Jupiter, Florida, a laid-back destination with a classic old-beach-town atmosphere. There is as much fun to be had here as there is in spring-break standbys like Daytona Beach and Panama City, so let us introduce you.

Spring breakers flock to hubs on the coast when the weather warms up, so if you want to avoid the crowds, you’ll have to drive a little farther south. Jupiter is located on Florida’s Atlantic Coast, sandwiched between Daytona Beach and The Palm Beaches, and it’s a less-frequented spot during spring’s busy season. You’re in for a relaxed trip here, where accommodations include the newly renovated Jupiter Beach Resort and Spa, which comes with sea views and easy access to the sands; the Wyndham Grand Jupiter at Harbourside Place, which is situated on the picturesque bank of Jupiter’s Intracoastal Waterway; and The Pointe Hotel, a breezy new boutique hotel with a private beach.

You can find public-access white sand beaches in many locations along the shore, including at Jupiter Beach Park, Carlin Park, and Dubois Park. Nearby, Juno Beach Pier at Juno Beach Park is a popular spot for soaking up the sun as well as casting a line. However, if you’re bringing canine companions along on the trip, Jupiter Off-Leash Dog Beach is the place for you. No matter where you stay in Jupiter, you're always only a short drive away from the water.

There’s outdoor adventure to be had beyond the sands too. You can usually find an easily-bookable boat tour available; popular ones take to the water along the Loxahatchee River to see local wildlife in their coastal habitats. Just across Jupiter Sound is The Nature Conservancy Blowing Rocks Preserve, where you can embark on meanders along the boardwalks and hiking trails to glimpse rare and endangered plant, animal, and bird species or swim and snorkel along the beach. Nearby Jupiter Ridge Natural Area and Cypress Creek Natural Area are also popular places to explore in the outdoors.

As for entertainment, one of Jupiter’s most recognizable sights is the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum, a historic lighthouse that you can visit, tour, and climb (it’s a strenuous journey). The connected museum has rotating exhibits exploring the town’s maritime history. If you’d like to spend a day on the links, there are several golf clubs and courses in the area (it’s a favorite town pastime). Or, if you’d like to take in a show, you can catch the museums in town or browse the events happening at the Seabreeze Amphitheater or the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. For fresh seafood (and what is spring break without some fresh seafood?), check out Little Moir’s, 1000 North, The Parisian Restaurant and Wine Bar, Casa Cana, and The Bistro.

When it comes to spring break, you might have to drive a little farther south to avoid crowded shores, but once you reach Jupiter, Florida, the extra miles will have been worth it. Beat the crowds and try a trip to an old-school beach town with a relaxed vibe...it just might have you planning a return trip for future spring breaks.

Construction begins on US-1 in Jupiter; bridge closed until 2024

JUPITER, Fla. —A busy bridge in Jupiter is expected to remain closed for about 20 months as Florida Department of Transportation crews construct an improved, more structurally-sound bridge.The closure began at midnight on Monday.The closure of the US-1 bridge over the Loxahatchee River and Intracoastal waterway is expected to last until sometime between July 2024 and November 2024. Transportation crews say so far, the project is ahead of schedule....

JUPITER, Fla. —

A busy bridge in Jupiter is expected to remain closed for about 20 months as Florida Department of Transportation crews construct an improved, more structurally-sound bridge.

The closure began at midnight on Monday.

The closure of the US-1 bridge over the Loxahatchee River and Intracoastal waterway is expected to last until sometime between July 2024 and November 2024. Transportation crews say so far, the project is ahead of schedule.

Click here for more information about the construction project.

Related: FDOT unveils new renderings of US-1 bridge project in Jupiter to include bike, pedestrian lanes and observation deck

During the closure, traffic on US-1 will be detoured to Alternate A1A and diverted either eastbound or westbound on Indiantown Road while the structurally unsound bridge is replaced.

Even with the detour, drivers can expect traffic delays when driving in this area throughout the construction.

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The bridge will have wider travel lanes, bike lanes, more room for pedestrians and a higher clearance for boats underneath, which will allow more vessels to pass through without the improved drawbridge having to open. There will also be improvements to the traffic flow on the bridge through adjustments to traffic signal timing.

To help with traffic flow, the nearby Indiantown Bridge will be limited to fewer openings until September, as more vehicles will be using that bridge moving forward.

There also will be more channel restrictions for vessels during the construction project.

Related: FDOT to discuss public concerns before U.S. Highway 1 bridge project closure

Some drivers tell WPBF 25 News even though the closure will add time to their commutes, they know it’s necessary.

"It's going to be a little bit annoying that you’re going to have to find a detour,” said Vinnie Martin, of Jupiter. "But, I think if you just take the extra time to get to work and get to where you need to go, I think everybody will be fine. It’s for the better for all of us that this bridge gets redone. It’s pretty old."

With many drivers being forced to take new routes, some businesses along US-1 like Lynora’s in Jupiter, say they’re still optimistic their sales won’t take a hit.

"I have no concern at all about our business at all and I think we’re going to have a really good traffic flow, and I think that our locals are going to come out. Our regulars are going to come out and support us,” said Mikayla Justice, a manager at Lynora's Jupiter.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis visits Jupiter, approves plan to reform 'problematic practices' in RX drug industry

JUPITER, Fla. — Florida's governor on Wednesday visited Jupiter and signed legislation that he said will reform "problematic practices" in the pharmaceutical industry.Speaking at Florida Atlantic University's MacArthur campus, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the Prescription Drug Reform Act into law, which puts restrictions on pharmacy benefit managers, which are third-party administrators that negotiate discounts with drug makers and contracts with pharmacies."We think that health care is too expensive. Prescript...

JUPITER, Fla. — Florida's governor on Wednesday visited Jupiter and signed legislation that he said will reform "problematic practices" in the pharmaceutical industry.

Speaking at Florida Atlantic University's MacArthur campus, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the Prescription Drug Reform Act into law, which puts restrictions on pharmacy benefit managers, which are third-party administrators that negotiate discounts with drug makers and contracts with pharmacies.

"We think that health care is too expensive. Prescription drugs are too expensive," DeSantis said. "What I think you see in our health care system is you see a lot of bureaucracy, red tape. And people are making money off this system that aren't really providing value to the system."

WATCH: Florida's governor announces prescription drug reform

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DeSantis said PBMs control 80% of the prescription drug market.

The legislation reforms several practices used by PBMs including spread pricing — when they charge health care plans and consumers more for prescriptions drugs than what they actually reimburse to the pharmacy, according to DeSantis — along with drug "steering."

"They will try to say, OK, you have to get your drugs though a mail order pharmacy that they control," DeSantis said. "PBMs can't steer you to their vertically integrated mail. If you want to go to your local pharmacy and get it, then you should have a right to be able to do that."

The new law also adds additional transparency to the prescription drug process by revealing specific explanations about why certain drug prices are increasing.

According to DeSantis, drug makers raised prices on more than 1,400 drugs in 2022, the most since 2015.

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Jupiter Council approves partial digging on archeological site

JUPITER, Fla. — The Jupiter Town Council voted Tuesday night to allow a developer to partially dig on Suni Sands property at A1A, which town documents consider a Native American archeological site.The vote, a 3-2 decision, reverses a decision from the town’s Historic Resources Board to not allow any digging at the location. According to town docum...

JUPITER, Fla. — The Jupiter Town Council voted Tuesday night to allow a developer to partially dig on Suni Sands property at A1A, which town documents consider a Native American archeological site.

The vote, a 3-2 decision, reverses a decision from the town’s Historic Resources Board to not allow any digging at the location. According to town documents, developers planned to build a 125-room hotel, 72 apartments, 6,439 square feet of retail space and 5,650 square feet of restaurant space.

The Town of Jupiter voted to allow a developer to partially dig at a location, which town documents consider a Native American archeological site.Here's the map showing where the developers could and couldn't dig if the developer continued with the project. pic.twitter.com/QVlMRkIyPV

— Ethan Stein (@EthanSteinTV) July 26, 2023

Suni Sands, which is a 9.8-acre parcel with waterfront estuary, contains the “Suni Sands Shell Midden,” which is listed on the Florida Master Site File survey as an archaeological site that is eligible for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places, according to the Jupiter Inlet Foundation.

Suni Sands is located on top of a pre-historic Indian Village site, the foundation said.

Town Councilwoman Malise Sundstrom, who voted for the partial digging plan, said staff gave her the impression a total denial broke town ordinances. She said she believed the decision would get reversed if the developer sued the town.

"It doesn’t have a legal or factual basis and would be overturned," Sundstrom said. "The denial of a certificate to dig doesn’t have a legal basis.”

However, the town could face legal action from Native American advocacy groups like the Floridia Indigenous Alliance or the American Indian Movement.

Robert Rosa, who is a member of both groups, said they plan on taking legal options. Video, which WPTV reviewed, shows people against the application to dig and at least one council member spouting at each other after the meeting.

The Town of Jupiter said Tuesday's vote only sets conditions to protect resources unearthed, if or when development occurs in the future. It says developers will still have to get approval for their plans for the property north of Indiantown Road.

The Town of Jupiter also said if human remains are found, then all activities on the property must stop and developers must notify the Seminole Tribe of Florida and the State Division of Historical Resources among other public groups.

It also says artifacts recovered from the property must get documented and a copy of the findings must be provided to the Town, which will become donated or loaned to the Loxahatchee River Historical Society or another recognized historical organization.

Things to Do This Weekend in The Palm Beaches

Discover all the things to do this weekend in Palm Beach County (August 18-20)Enjoy a free concert on the West Palm Beach waterfront, join a cacao ceremony at Mounts Botanical Garden, or join an adventurous scavenger hunt! Here we have rounded up the best things to do this weekend in The Palm Beaches.Events for Friday, August 18Each Friday night from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, the Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach organizes Art After Dark—a fun mix of art and entertainment featuring a docent-led ...

Discover all the things to do this weekend in Palm Beach County (August 18-20)

Enjoy a free concert on the West Palm Beach waterfront, join a cacao ceremony at Mounts Botanical Garden, or join an adventurous scavenger hunt! Here we have rounded up the best things to do this weekend in The Palm Beaches.

Events for Friday, August 18

Each Friday night from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, the Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach organizes Art After Dark—a fun mix of art and entertainment featuring a docent-led tour, an open studio, live music, and more! Click here for more details.

Location: Norton Museum of Art, 1450 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

Nostaljah is known to put on an energy-driven performance with an emphasis on crowd participation and engagement! Nostaljah is a dynamic reggae band that brings an authentic and soulful sound to the stage. The band is steeped in the rich tradition of reggae music, with a modern twist that reflects their diverse influences.

Time: 8 pm

Cost: $20-$25. Get tickets.

Location: Arts Garage, 94 NE 2nd Ave., Delray Beach, FL 33444.

Promise Fund of Florida partners with The Square to bring the Kathryn Krickstein Pressel MammoVan Pop Up to West Palm Beach. Women are invited to attend a mobile mammography screening day in honor of World Breast Cancer Research Day.

The MamoVan will be located on Rosemary Ave outside of Starbucks from 9AM – 2PM.

Call (877) 427-7664 and press 1 to make your appointment. Space is limited and an appointment is required.

Time: 9 am – 2 pm.

Location: The Square, 700 South Rosemary Avenue West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

Events for Saturday, August 19

Get ready for Bamboozle, West Palm Beach’s first and only adventure-style scavenger hunt!

Each team of four is given a list of clues, tasks, challenges, and obstacles with different levels of difficulty and point values. Beginning at 4 p.m., teams must stay on the event footprint, which runs along the downtown waterfront on Clematis Street, and return by 6 p.m. with proof of each completed item. The team with the most points wins. Bonus points will be given to teams who dress on the theme. The theme for 2023 is “Hippy, Trippy, Tie-Dye!”

Time: 4 – 6 pm

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Location: Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, 33401 FL>

Join the American German Club of The Palm Beaches for their German fest under the Stars with a summer concert, beer and brats!

Entertainment by Shane Duncan Band (SDB)! SDB is a high energy variety party band based out of South Florida. With an extensive playlist from genres such as Top 40, Dance, Disco, Pop, Rock, Country and a little Latin the dance floor is always packed.

For just $40, you’re “all-in!” Includes all you can drink German beer, domestic wine, soda, plus a heaping plate of German and American fare.

Get tickets.

Location: American German Club of The Palm Beaches 5111 Lantana Rd., Lake Worth, FL 33463.

While telling the amazing story of Whitney Houston, Nina Skyy uniquely combines her own personal story that you can’t help but invest in. It was through Whitney’s mesmerizing talent that Nina discovered herself as a singer/performer and that love and respect exudes with every note. She promises you a high energy, fun filled, inspirational and heart-felt show that leaves audiences of every age and form all around the world speechless. The dialogue, theatrical staging, choreography and stunning video projections will have you at the edge of your seat. This is not your typical tribute.

Time: 8 pm – 10 pm.

Cost: $40 – $45. Get tickets.

Location: Arts Garage, 94 NE 2nd Ave., Delray Beach, FL 33444.

August 19 is World Honeybee Day! Kids ages 4-12 are invited to participate in a storytime session dedicated to honeybees at Mounts Botanical Garden.

In this reading of Robert F. Sibert Medal Winner “Honeybee: The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera,” kids will discover the honey bees incredible lifecycle and learn the importance of honey bees to all life on earth. Special Project’s Manager April Krebs will read the book and then lead an art project.

Cost is $5 and includes garden admission.

Time: 9:30 am – 10:15 am

Location: Mounts Botanical Garden, 531 North Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415.

Kick off your Saturday with The Seagate’s sunrise beach yoga! The class is open to all ages and levels. Bring a mat, a towel, and water.

Time: 8:00 am – 9:00 am.

Sign up here.

Location: The Seagate Beach Club 401 South Ocean Boulevard Delray Beach, FL 33483.

Bring your loved ones to the Meyer Amphitheater and enjoy free classes, workshops, healing services, retail vendors, interactive activities, and more. You can even bring your pets! Coco Market is FREE to attend.

Time: 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Location: Meyer Amphitheatre, 104 Datura Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

Join a naturalist at the Green Cay Nature Center and learn about the Butterflies found in South Florida. Then take a guided tour of our butterfly garden and wetlands. All ages, $3/participant (Reservations required, limit 20).

Time: 9:30 am

Location: Green Cay Nature Center, 12800 Hagen Ranch Rd, Boynton Beach, FL 33437.

Events for Sunday, August 20

This concert series provides an ideal setting for good times and great entertainment. Listen to the hottest acts around against our spectacular waterfront backdrop. This is a perfect weekend outing and a fantastic way to relax and unwind with friends and family on a Sunday afternoon.

Featured band: At The Hop (50’s Tribute Band).

Time: 4 pm – 7 pm

Location: Meyer Amphitheatre, 104 Datura Street, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401.

Join 1 Fitness instructors for 45 minutes of high-intensity functional movements using various resistance training techniques combined with cardio intervals to improve strength, help build lean muscle and maximize calorie burn. These classes are perfect for all levels.

Hours: from 9-9:45 am.

Sign up and view the class schedule here.

Location: The Square, 700 South Rosemary Avenue West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

Room to Blum is a one-hour, one-woman musical journey of growth and returning to one’s roots. Join New York actress and Florida native Allyson Rosenblum as she takes you from Florida to New York City and back again, pre and post the COVID 19 pandemic. And how in a time of so much unknown, she was able to find and thrive in a new career path, and still make her way back to her true passion, performing.

From recalling the crazy pace of New York City, knowing someone striving to “make it” as an actor, relating to the struggles of today’s dating culture, and the importance of pursuing one’s passion, there is something for everyone to relate to in Room to Blum.

Time: 7:30 pm

Cost: $15. Get tickets.

Location: Arts Garage, 94 NE 2nd Ave., Delray Beach, FL 33444.

Time: 10 am – 11:30 am

Join a relaxing cacao ceremony at Mounts Botanical Garden. Upon arrival you will receive a ceremonial smudging and blessing, helping to release any burdens from your day-to-day life. Then you will be given a cup of the highest quality, Ceremonial Cacao to take part in our sacred heart-opening Cacao Ceremony. Finally, you’ll relax with Yoga Nidra mediation and deep sound healing during which you will be immersed in the healing energies of the Gong, Crystal singing bowls and other high-frequency instruments. Register here.

Location: Mounts Botanical Garden, 531 North Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415.

More Things to Do

This weekend, catch these live acts on the lawn at The Square.

Location: The Square, 700 South Rosemary Avenue West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

Date & Time: Saturdays and Sundays, 12 am – 4 pm

This weekend head up to Topside and enjoy bottomless Mimosas ($20 for Four Flavors:

Passion Fruit, Orange Juice, Lychee, Frozen Champagne) for 1.5 hours maximum.

Location: 1116 Love Street, Jupiter, FL 33477.

Join a yoga class on the rooftop of The Ben, Autograph Collection every Friday and Sunday at 6:30 am for a magical sunrise vinyasa flow. The class is FREE to hotel guests and open to the public for a suggested $15 donation to your instructor. Walk-ins are welcome.

For more information, call (561) 655-4001.

Location: The Ben Autograph Collection Hotel, 251 N. Narcissus Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

Calaveras Cantina brings you nights filled with salsa, merengue and bachata!

Dance the Night away at Calaveras Cantina on Friday and Saturday Nights with live DJs from 9:30 pm to 12:30 am.

Location: Calaveras Cantina 409 Plaza Real Boca Raton, FL 33432.

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