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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!”

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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.”

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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.”

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

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How does In-home Senior Care in Loxahatchee, 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 Loxahatchee, 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 Loxahatchee, 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.

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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 Loxahatchee,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.

Latest News in Loxahatchee, FL

Loxahatchee mother with mental health issues removes infant from NICU, stabs hospital staff before fleeing

The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office arrested a mother Thursday after deputies say she removed her newborn from a ventilator and other life saving devices at Palms West Hospital and stabbed staff before fleeing.On Friday, in her first appearance in front of a judge, she was granted a $300,0000 bond and ordered to have no contact with the hospital, its staff members or the baby. Mother who stabbed ...

The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office arrested a mother Thursday after deputies say she removed her newborn from a ventilator and other life saving devices at Palms West Hospital and stabbed staff before fleeing.

On Friday, in her first appearance in front of a judge, she was granted a $300,0000 bond and ordered to have no contact with the hospital, its staff members or the baby.

Mother who stabbed hospital workers while attempting to take her baby will face stiffer penalties under new law

In a news release Friday, deputies said Kendra Greene of Loxahatchee entered the neonatal intensive care unit on Thursday night at about 10:30 p.m. and removed her three-day-old infant from the life-saving devices.

Greene then attempted to leave the hospital when staff intervened. Deputies said Greene pulled out a knife and stabbed three employees.

Crime scene investigators recover body from wooded area in Jupiter

The mother was able to flee before law enforcement arrived at the hospital. According to the sheriff's office, Greene then brought the baby to a family member's home. Greene left before deputies arrived at that home.

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The mother was located and arrested a short time after, according to deputies. Deputies say she crashed her car into a canal trying to evade law enforcement. She is now in the Palm Beach County Jail and faces multiple charges, including aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, aggravated child abuse and resisting an officer.

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The infant was transported back to Palms West Hospital, where he is receiving treatment.

The hospital staff who were stabbed received treatment but were discharged that night with non-life-threatening injuries.

HCA Florida Palms West Hospital's director of communications sent WPBF 25 News the following statement:

"We are very thankful that our colleagues are recovering and HCA Florida Palms West Hospital is providing support and care for their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. We are also thankful to the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, whose quick actions led to the apprehension of the suspect and the safe return of the patient. Our security team is assisting fully with law enforcement's investigation."

A family member shared with detectives that Greene says she is schizophrenic and that her mental health had recently been deteriorating.

The report also states Greene had at some point told someone she did not understand why her son was in the NICU and wanted to remove the baby from the hospital, even though doctors told her the baby has under-developed lungs.

Mental health counselor Ezsa Allen, of Social Age Counseling in Palm Beach County, says a possible diagnosis of schizophrenia could have played a part in this incident.

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"Not talking to her case, but it’s not a far-fetched behavior, if you will, for someone who has schizophrenia, and if you want to couple that with just having a baby, all the hormones and emotions that you’re feeling at that moment can also alter your mood and your thinking and your just reactions to things,” said Allen. "I don’t know what her thought process is, but I can say if she is schizophrenic, then she’s not thinking in reality. And again, medication and her stress level, if she is not on her medication or if she is on medication, all of this plays a factor."

Editor's note: The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office originally reported that the infant was five days old.

VIDEO: Dog trainer arrested, accused of hanging dog with leash in Florida

LOXAHATCHEE, Fla. (WPDE) — A dog trainer in Florida has been arrested on animal cruelty charges, according to Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control.Animal Care and Control officers said they received a complaint from the owner of Fine Line Family K-9, just before noon on March 18.When officers talked to the owner a few days later, he said he ...

LOXAHATCHEE, Fla. (WPDE) — A dog trainer in Florida has been arrested on animal cruelty charges, according to Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control.

Animal Care and Control officers said they received a complaint from the owner of Fine Line Family K-9, just before noon on March 18.

When officers talked to the owner a few days later, he said he fired two people, including 21-year-old Blessing Knighten, for abusing animals. He also said he had video evidence that shows Knighten choking a dog for 15 to 20 seconds.

Knighten told WPEC by phone that she left on her own will.

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Investigators say a dog trainer in Florida abused a dog in her care. (Video: Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control)

On March 30, the owner met with officers from Animal Care and Control to provide them with the video evidence, according to the arrest report. The video shows Knighten, as well as a man identified as Colton Mcderman, being aggressive and abusive with the animals, per Animal Care and Control.

Authorities say security video at a dog training facility in Florida captures a second worker throwing a dog in the air. He has not been charged, according to authorities. (Video: Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control)

The videos reportedly shows Knighten hanging dogs over a "bite box," causing the dog to hang by the neck with its front paws off the ground.

The arrest report mentions Knighten hanging a black and tan German shepherd for 24 seconds before being let down and then led on a leash.

While walking the animal, Knighten reportedly yanked the leash continuously, causing the dog to choke.

Knighten also reportedly hit the dog with her hands, with a leash, and kicked the dog in the muzzle multiple times, causing it to yelp.

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Investigators say a dog trainer in Florida abused a dog in her care. (Video: Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control)

When officers contacted Knighten, she allegedly claimed the owner abused the animals and did not properly feed them while in the care of Fine Line Family K-9, noting that the living conditions were poor for the animals and that dogs were trained using negative methods. She also accused the owner of blackmail, per the arrest report.

Knighten said the owner enforced abusive training methods to the staff, and threatened to fire her if she did not abuse the animals, per Animal Care and Control. The owner allegedly threatened to show the videos of the abuse to Animal Care if Knighten did not train the dogs as he instructed. The owner denied the allegations when asked by Animal Care and Control officials.

Officers with Animal Care and Control told WPEC they have a zero-tolerance policy for animal abuse.

“Animal cruelty had no place in our community," Capt. David Walesky, Assistant Director for Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control, said. “They can’t speak. They can’t tell you what’s going on. It does take people to get involved, do the right thing, bring it forward to the authorities and then we’re going to try to prosecute everybody we can who abuses animals.”

Knighten was arrested and is facing five counts of animal cruelty. She was released on a $3,000 bond.

Lewis Prime Grill opens this month in Loxahatchee from family behind Okeechobee Steakhouse

The family behind West Palm Beach’s legendary Okeechobee Steakhouse has announced it will open Lewis Prime Grill later this month.On Wednesday, November 16, the former Kocomo’s Island Grill space in the Publix at The Acreage Plaza will become home to the Lewis family’s first restaurant in Central Palm Beach County.The Okeechobee Steakhouse is Florida’s Oldest Steakhouse, owned by the same family and located in the same building since 1947, best known for its classic steakhouse décor and world famo...

The family behind West Palm Beach’s legendary Okeechobee Steakhouse has announced it will open Lewis Prime Grill later this month.

On Wednesday, November 16, the former Kocomo’s Island Grill space in the Publix at The Acreage Plaza will become home to the Lewis family’s first restaurant in Central Palm Beach County.

The Okeechobee Steakhouse is Florida’s Oldest Steakhouse, owned by the same family and located in the same building since 1947, best known for its classic steakhouse décor and world famous aged Prime steaks.

Previously, the family debuted Lewis Steakhouse in Jupiter in May, Okeechobee Prime Seafood & Steaks in March 2021, the Okeechobee Prime BBQ in 2019, and Okeechobee Prime Meat Market in 2018, with future expansion planned over the next two years.

As the newest addition to the Okeechobee Steakhouse enterprise, Lewis Prime Grill is an upscale American-style bar and grill that brings the true spirit of the area’s most iconic restaurant to the Loxahatchee area. The 120-seat restaurant features classic décor, high-back booths for privacy and a full bar.

The menu features classic and elevated appetizers, salads, fish, and pork dishes as well as the world famous steaks that the Lewis family and Okeechobee Steakhouse are recognized for. Both wine and cocktail connoisseurs can indulge in a robust beverage program featuring a full bar and a renowned wine collection.

Focused on elevating the dining scene in the rapidly growing Loxahatchee and Westlake communities, Lewis partnered with investors Mike and Erika Jackson, Scott Schaefer, Ray Sasser, three longtime Okeechobee Steakhouse managers — Christina Wishart, Luis Fernandez and Kyle Blake — and executive chef Jamie Steinbrecher to bring Lewis Prime Grill to life.

“We saw what was happening in Loxahatchee, the growth underway and the plans for future expansion, and we knew the area was ripe for a superior dining destination,” said Ralph Lewis, owner. “When the Kocomo’s location became available, our vision for Lewis Prime Grill rapidly became a reality.”

The menu will offer appetizers to include Point Judith Crispy Calamari, Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, All Natural Chicken Wings, and Fried Lobster; salads featuring Classic Caesar, Signature Roasted Beet Salad, and Asian Thai Chicken Salad; entrees such as Korean Style Wagyu Beef, Double Cut Grilled Pork Chop, Pan Seared Organic Salmon, the Lewis Prime Burger; and a variety of steaks that the Lewis family and Okeechobee Steakhouse are consistently recognized for. Both wine and cocktail connoisseurs will find a robust beverage program featuring a full bar and a well-curated wine collection.

Lewis Prime Grill is located at 7040 Seminole Pratt Whitney Rd., Loxahatchee; 561-619-5115; open from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday; lewisprimegrill.com.

Florida Man Notices Strange, Breech-Wearing ‘Cult’ Descending On Palm Beach County

On a trip to the local hardware store, Cooter discovered that his native South Florida community was suddenly no longer his own.“I was just minding my own business, on my way to pick up some duct tape and hunting knives and a couple of Tomahawk traps for the ‘dillos that have been roaming around, when, all of a sudden, I look up, and there are groups of girls everywhere. They all looked like clones of one another, wearing the same tan stretch pants, and drinking these giant iced coffees. They all had their nails d...

On a trip to the local hardware store, Cooter discovered that his native South Florida community was suddenly no longer his own.

“I was just minding my own business, on my way to pick up some duct tape and hunting knives and a couple of Tomahawk traps for the ‘dillos that have been roaming around, when, all of a sudden, I look up, and there are groups of girls everywhere. They all looked like clones of one another, wearing the same tan stretch pants, and drinking these giant iced coffees. They all had their nails done, and their hair done, and they were all talking really fast to each other and scrolling their phones.

“I hadn’t seen anything like that before around these parts. It was like Stepford had come to South Florida,” Cooter said. “I just knew they were up to no good.”

Concerned that the breech-wearing women might be part of left-leaning anti-Christian sect or a new Southern chapter of the Upstate New York-based NXIVM sex cult, Cooter took it upon himself to investigate the matter. No, he would not consult his local pastor. No, he would not reach out to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Department with his concerns.

“I just figured I’d grab one of ‘em on their way out to the parking lot, and maybe drive ‘em down to one of our nearby gator holes, and ask ‘em some questions to see what they had to say for themselves,” Cooter explained. “I consider myself to be God’s instrument, and I just felt it was up to me to get to the bottom of this.

“First, we got all these old geezers coming down here to live. Now, a bunch puffy-lipped floozies wearing black knee-high boots in 85-degree weather, and gulping down six dollar coffees like they’re giving them away? You can’t tell me that’s not the devil’s work.”

Fortunately, Cooter’s not-so-carefully-crafted plan began to go awry when he tailed an Uber hailed by two presumed cult members to the West Palm Beach International Airport. Instead of making the grab, as planned, Cooter became disoriented on the airport loop road, losing track of his intended targets, and driving his pickup around and around for a full three hours in search of the nearest exit. It was at that point that he was apprehended by airport security for suspicious behavior.

“The TSA sat me down, and said they were were going to do me a big favor, and proceeded to tell me that the folks I was following weren’t Satan’s priestesses but horse girls. I thought, horse girls? That’s all? They don’t look like the horse girls I knew growing up.

“Then, they told me I should go home, and that they’d better not see me around there again,” relayed Cooter, adding that he was happy to avoid another prison stint, but would be keeping his eye on the equestrian snowbird set.

“People are nuts,” said Cooter. “You really can’t be too careful.”

Kasselmann Family Establishes Hof Kasselmann U.S.A. as Winter Base in Florida

The Kasselmann family has decided to purchase their own sales and training yard in Florida as a winter base for training, sales and family holiday.Two months ago, they closed on a property in quiet Loxahatchee, Florida.Strong Ties with North AmericaUllrich Kasselmann's world famous auction - Performance Sales International (PSI) - was founded in 1980 in the U.S.A. in partnership with Paul Schockemöhle. The first ta...

The Kasselmann family has decided to purchase their own sales and training yard in Florida as a winter base for training, sales and family holiday.

Two months ago, they closed on a property in quiet Loxahatchee, Florida.

Strong Ties with North America

Ullrich Kasselmann's world famous auction - Performance Sales International (PSI) - was founded in 1980 in the U.S.A. in partnership with Paul Schockemöhle. The first talks about the PSI Auction came together during the World Cup Final in Baltimore, where the idea of an innovative horse dealing venture was conceived.

Kasselmann and Schockemöhle reached out to the USA to offer horses from the largest breeding areas in Europe for sale. They chose promising, well-trained young horses that could easily suit the American training and competition circuit. Newport on Rhode Island was the first venue for the now 40-year-old P.S.I. Auction. In 1982 the second PSI auction was held in Ocala, Florida, after which the event moved to Ankum, Germany, where it has been ever since.

The Kasselmanns have strong ties with American and built a vaste network of U.S. and Canadian clients. At Schockemöhle's yard in Virginia in the 1980s Robert Dover rode on their dressage team.

This year the German dressage horse dealing family felt the time was right to establish a winter base in Florida to stay closely connected with their contacts, clients and friends. The Kasselmann Family Trust, consisting of Ulli, Bianca and Francois, purchased the yard.

Sweeping the Board

A great motivator to make the investment in Florida is the ever-expanding show circuit in Wellington, where the level of competition is rising.

In 2021 Francois Kasselmann took head rider Frederic Wandres with a handful of top performance horses to Wellington for the first time and the German team rider swept the board there, winning 9 out of 11 classes and placing second twice.

Also in 2022 Wandres had no match at the Global Dressage Festival. He rode two horses - Bluetooth OLD and Dolciario - in 10 tests, of which he won 8 and placed second twice.

On the FEI World Riders Ranking, three of the Hof Kasselmann team riders in the top 50: Frederic Wandres (9th), Nicole Wego-Engelmeyer (45th), and Evelyn Eger (49th).

Hof Kasselmann U.S.A.

The Kasselmann Family Trust has now bought a 19-stall, modern property in Loxahatchee, Florida, a stone throw' away from the hustle and bustle in Wellington, where the horses can be quietly trained and prepared for sales and competition.

"We were lucky this property came on the market and on the same day we bought it," Francois told Eurodressage. "It makes financially more sense to buy a property here than to rent one."

The yard was a former family-owned jumping stable and needed practically no work to revamp it into a high standard dressage barn with all facilities available.

Training and Sales in a Holiday Destination

The stable will be a base for training and horse sales with a select number of Kasselmann clients - this year Genay Vaughn (USA), Jemma Heran (AUS), and Samantha Chan (HKG) - joining riders Frederic Wandres, Lars Ligus, and Anna Christina Abbelen for the experience.

"All the horses we bring over to Florida are in principle for sale, but our main target is to compete them this winter, so they can learn," Francois explained. "Wellington is a great show circuit for them to get exposure and mileage in the arena."

Wandres, Ligus and Abbelen will be based there for the season while Francois is commuting between Germany and the U.S.A.

"For us it is also a wonderful family destination to make holidays here and see friends and contact," Francois added. "We want to enjoy the Wellington lifestyle, it's a great place to be."

Photos © private - Astrid Appels

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