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 Henry Morrison Flagler Museum in Palm Beach, FL 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 Palm Beach, FL is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
Home Care Services
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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“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.”
“We have been using Always Best Care for my mom for two years now and I am hear to say that they are the best we have been with. The Caregivers go above and beyond what we expect and treat my with nothing but love. Fran and Steve and Claudia are with us 24/7 everyday. It has been a real rollercoaster with my mom’s issues, but they are definitely our rock of support. Michelle, who is mom’s full time daytime caregiver has been with her since we started and she is like part of the family. She calls and checks on her off hours because she cares and there is no price you can put on that. If you do not try this agency, you are missing out.”
“Steve is such a great guy! Highly knowledgeable and compassionate. Thanks to him my grandfather was able to maintain his independence and stay at home. The Medina family appreciates all you have done, thanks Steve!”
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“I am a past client of this provider Steve and his team at Always Best Health Care were a blessing to me! My Father was very ill and had Parkinson's and they were there for me every step of the way. I would highly recommend them for any type of home health care assistance.”
“The senior living advice given by “ Always Best” has helped me navigate around the uncertainty of what to do next if these services are needed for a friend, someone I love or another individual needing guidance. Thank you for the wonderful education!”
“I love that Always Best Care supports our veterans with the VA Community. With me personally having a ton of family within this community, I know where to turn if anyone I know needs at home health care.”
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“The very best in home health care! Caring professional group eager to keep their patients safe and to stay in their homes. They are equipped to handle all the needs of their elderly patients. They are supportive and truly understand how to help and personalize treatment plans based on the needs of their clients!”
“Always Best Care Services is actually what is sounds like. The best care possible for their clients. Steve always returns calls on a timely fashion and truly cares about the well being of his patients. Definitely would recommend them :)”
“Steve and his staff have the best interest of the client in mind. They get to know the and the family and fine tune a process that gets the best care possible for the client. Always checking in to make sure the client is being taken care of with their best interest in mind. I would recommend ABC senior services to anyone looking for the best in home care around for their loved ones. Peace of mind is so important. Thanks Steve”
“This Always Best Care exceeded our expectations and increased my peace of mind knowing my grandmother’s adult care was superior to other services of its kind. Nannie was happy and that made me happy. I would highly recommend this stellar group. Thank you, Steve, Claudia and your team. You are THE BEST!”
“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.”
“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.”
“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!”
“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!”
“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.”
“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.”
“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!!”
“Highly recommended! All the staff is very professional and courteous”
“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!”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“Always Best Care's caregivers and office staff are the best I have dealt with.”
“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!”
“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.”
“The owner and nurse of Always Best Care Senior Services of South Florida met with us to determine a plan of care and assess our needs. We have had two different caregivers, both of whom are very caring, reliable, polite and kind. It gives me much needed relief to know that my husband is in good hands when I need to be out of our home. Would highly recommend this well managed organization and their quality employees at Always Best Care.”
“STEVE THE OWNER WILL ALWAYS TALK TO YOU AND FOR FULL YOU NEEDS I HAD CNA OVER A YEAR”
“Leslie who set up the care for us was professional honest and came though with everything. I spoke with the owner many times about billing and he was comforting and really knowledgeable.”
“I will never forget how helpful the owners, Steven & Beverly, were at Always Best Care Senior Services of South Florida. I'm so thankful for everything they have done.”
“Always Best Care Senior Services has taken great care of my mother the past few months.”
“Excellent, I give the absolute highest rating. They have been very attentive to my dad. The care provider is always on time and she helps dad in many ways.”
“I have Always Best Care Senior Services help with my mother for the past 7 months and everyone has been wonderful.”
“If I can give Always Best Care Senior Services a rating higher than 5 stars I would. They have taken care of my dad and if hes happy then I am happy.”
“Always Best Care Senior Services makes my father feel so comfortable and hes so happy with the people that work with him. Our family is so happy he is in good hands.”
“Always Best Care Senior Services are great and they take care of my mother.”
“At Always Best Care Senior Services they were always able to accommodate my family and I. They took care of all of our needs and I highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services.”
“I highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services if you have a loved one that needs personal care.”
“Dori, is such a wonderful person and makes such an impact on everyone she is involved with.”
“Many thanks to all for the amazing care and attention they've given my dad. He loved Dori and loves Jessica and is so appreciative of everything everyone has done to make his life easier. They are fabulous for keeping me in the loop with his statements and for dealing with Genworth.”
“My family has been working with Always Best Care Senior Services for over a year now and everyone that we work with are great. They are always so friendly and nice. They always makes us feel comfortable.”
“Always Best Care Senior Services was able to provide my family and I with peace of mind, they provided excellent care for our father. We knew we could count on them to to provide comfort for him in his time of need when his family was so far away. I highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services.”
“Steve, I want to let you all know at Always Best Care Senior Services how pleased I have been with all the services and care that ABC and the entire staff provided Martha over the past few years. I always felt confident that she was receiving the best care possible, especially with Veronica. Martha and Veronica really bonded during the time they spent together. It was very assuring to me to know that Martha was receiving excellent care while being so far away from her. Everyone kept me well apprised of any changes in Martha's condition, especially these past few week. I am so grateful of the new home she has settled into. Thank you again everyone and I very much do appreciate it.”
“The staff and care givers at Always Best Care Senior Services are amazing. Our dad's caregiver was always on time and was very attentive to him. She was great company and listened to my dad's stories. I highly recommend the staff and services available at Always Best Care Senior Services.”
“The staff at Always Best Care Senior Services were so great, they walked us through every step of the process, it was great having them. I highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services.”
“I really appreciated how the staff at Always Best Care Senior Services kept me informed and updated about everything going on with him. I highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services and their staff.”
“We had a very positive experience with Always Best Care Senior Services. We were always updated on our loved one's condition and status, our caregiver was very good at communicating with us and addressing my questions and concerns. I recommend Always Best Care Senior Services.”
“Always Best Care Senior Services has done so much for my family and I. At every level of this company there are loving and caring people who truly care about your loved one. I highly recommend the staff and services provided at Always Best Care Senior Services.”
“At Always Best Care Senior Services they have been very prompt, caring, and sensitive to our needs. They fit our schedule and didn't require services we did not need. This firm adapted to our needing of services. I would highly recommend them to anyone in the area in need of these services.”
“Always Best Care has been great to my father, especially during his time of need. It gave me ease of mind knowing that he was in safe and caring hands and when living far away it meant everything to have that feeling. I would recommend them to any family in need of their services.”
“Always Best Care offers such a warm environment full of caring loving people. They treat everyone there like family. I have never felt better about bringing my mother here I know she is in good hands. I highly recommend them, thank you for everything.”
“Steve and his staff bent over backwards to make sure my father was completely comfortable. Liz, his caregiver, would adjust her schedule as needed by my parents. I would recommend Always Best Care to any family in need of these services.”
“I would to take a moment to thank the staff and Steve in particular. They all did there very best to make to make him comfortable and make his last few months bearable. We highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services.”
“STEVE THE OWNER WILL ALWAYS TALK TO YOU AND FOR FULL YOU NEEDS I HAD CNA OVER A YEAR”
“Always Best Care was a life savor for my parents especially my Dad who is a former Veteran. Steve helped us reach out to the right contacts with the VA and was able to take us thru the process step by step to ensure that my Dad was able to get the most benefits possible to him which ended being about 32 hours of free home health care a week. The aids have been great for both of my parents. They have formed great relationships with Carol and Fred and now as of recently AnnMarie. The aids help getting groceries and picking up medication and also clean up around the house. They feel very cared for and have really turned the corner in feeling happier and well cared for. We are extremely grateful to Steve and his team at Always Best for working with us and ensuring my parents safety and well being! It's a great agency and all the workers who are part of this business!!”
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 Okeeheelee Park in Palm Beach, FL 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 Cafe Boulud or visit Worth Avenue Clock Tower, 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 Palm Beach, 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.
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 Palm Beach, 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.
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 Palm Beach, FL 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.
(This story was updated to add new information.)The federal government is slashing flights across the country for the third day, leaving travelers stranded and scrambling to reach their destinations as the holiday season approaches.Thousands of flights were abruptly canceled Friday and Saturday, and more than 3,300 flights within, into or out of the United States have been cancelled Sunday by the evening. More than 10,000 more flights have been delayed.In Florida, more than 420 flights were canceled Sunday and n...
(This story was updated to add new information.)
The federal government is slashing flights across the country for the third day, leaving travelers stranded and scrambling to reach their destinations as the holiday season approaches.
Thousands of flights were abruptly canceled Friday and Saturday, and more than 3,300 flights within, into or out of the United States have been cancelled Sunday by the evening. More than 10,000 more flights have been delayed.
In Florida, more than 420 flights were canceled Sunday and nearly 2,240 delayed, according to the live tracking site FlightAware. Most of them are at the larger airports in Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Tampa, but smaller airports are also seeing cancellations and delays.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has signaled flight cancellations will likely grow if the government shutdown continues. The move is intended to help alleviate mounting pressure on air traffic controllers, who have not been paid since Oct. 1 and have been working long hours six days a week.
The first round of 4% cuts at 40 airports across the United States started Nov. 7, and is set to increase to 6% by Nov. 11, 8% by Nov. 13 and 10% by Nov. 14, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy originally announced. On Friday, Duffy said it could rise to 15% or even 20%.
Weather has also been an issue, and an Arctic blast expected to blanket much of the eastern half of the United States with frost and snow starting this weekend won't help. Even parts of Florida are expected to see the first frost of the season by Monday, weeks before normal.
How will this affect Florida flights, and what can you do about yours?
Don't wait until you're already at the airport to check your flight. Monitor your flight early and often, starting days before, as cancellations could increase as the shutdown continues.
Download your airline’s mobile app and turn on push and text notifications for alerts about your flight. Some apps have a “Where’s My Plane?” feature, which lets you see if the aircraft scheduled to operate your flight has arrived, is delayed en route, or hasn’t departed yet from its previous airport. That can be an early signal of trouble.
If your flight is canceled, use the airlines' mobile app to rebook as soon as possible, according to Scott Keyes, founder of Going. If you need to talk to someone, Keyes suggests calling one of the carrier’s international lines.
"The best thing travelers can do is to be as proactive as possible switching to a new flight,” Keyes told USA TODAY. “When a flight gets canceled, all of a sudden hundreds of passengers need new itineraries. There may only be a handful of seats left on the best flights, and it's a first-come, first-(served) endeavor.”
If your flight is canceled for any reason, including a shortage of air traffic controllers, you’re entitled to a full refund if you choose not to fly on alternative itineraries offered by your airline. The same goes for “significant” delays or changes.
According to FlightAware.com, which provides real-time flight information, as of 10:45 p.m. the following delays and cancellations of flights have been reported within, into or out of the United States today, Nov. 9:
Here's the breakdown by airport as of 10:45 p.m. Nov. 9. Click the airport names for detailed flight info.
TSA Coordinator Adam Stahl, in an interview with ABC News Live, recommended travelers continue to arrive at the airport two to two and a half hours prior to their departure of their domestic flight.
"There have been isolated impacts in wait times and we expect those to increase" until the shutdown is resolved, Stahl said.
As always, "be patient and respectful."
FAA staffing is seen as outside of an airline’s control, so carriers aren’t on the hook in the same way they would be for delays caused by mechanical issues or other problems on their end.
If your flight is canceled for any reason, including a shortage of air traffic controllers, you are entitled to a full refund if you choose not to fly on alternative itineraries offered by the airline.
Contributing: N'dea Yancey-Bragg, Kathryn Palmer, Kathleen Wong, Zach Wichter, Trevor Hughes, Marc Ramirez, USA TODAY
(This story was updated to add new information.)
Palm Beach residents warned of health risks and falling property values after FAA rerouted air traffic to skirt Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estatePALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA: Residents of Palm Beach County are furious, accusing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of endangering their health, homes, and quality of life by redirecting air traffic over their neighborhoods to avoid a new permanent no-fly zone around President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate.The rerouting, requested by the Secret Service as a security measu...
Palm Beach residents warned of health risks and falling property values after FAA rerouted air traffic to skirt Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA: Residents of Palm Beach County are furious, accusing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of endangering their health, homes, and quality of life by redirecting air traffic over their neighborhoods to avoid a new permanent no-fly zone around President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate.
The rerouting, requested by the Secret Service as a security measure, has brought heavier air traffic and noise into previously quiet residential areas.
The FAA’s year-round flight restriction over Mar-a-Lago bans aircraft within a one-mile radius up to 2,000 feet, even when Trump is not in residence. This restriction, effective until at least October 20 of next year, forces planes to divert over densely populated parts of Palm Beach County, particularly north and northeast of Palm Beach International Airport.
County officials said they were “blindsided” by the decision and warned of a surge in noise complaints.
At a public hearing, residents described the change as devastating. Jennifer Tucker, a doctor, said the noise was unbearable, adding, “You can literally die from this. I’m imploring you and begging you… we should be scared — this is a massive health issue.”
Locals said they have endured months of constant noise and fumes from low-flying aircraft, fearing these diversion paths will now be permanent.
A video from the Citizens Committee on Airport Noise (CECAN) meeting held on November 6, 2025 (link) captured residents’ outrage over the new continuous flight restriction around Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago.
Dr. Jerry Cammarata said, “Noise is not just an irritation — it leads to hypertension, heart disease, and sleep disorders.”
A West Palm Beach homeowner shared, “Our white roof was white — it’s now gray. Given the current circumstances, it will eventually turn black.”
Jane Jones told the Palm Beach County Citizens Committee, “My house is filled with the smell of jet fuel.” Nevin Bauman said his four-year-old daughter wakes up in distress every time a plane passes overhead. “It’s absolutely heartbreaking,” he said. Another resident added, “We can’t eat out anymore because it’s constant jets.”
Many homeowners said they intentionally bought properties away from flight paths. “We made a significant investment — money, blood, sweat, and tears,” one resident said.
Another estimated, “This could cause a double-digit drop in property values if it continues.”
Speakers accused federal authorities of overreach, calling the decision a “massive overstep.”
One remarked, “It’s effectively an air traffic easement imposed over our houses with no consideration of our lives.”
The FAA’s handling of the issue was sharply criticized, with one resident saying it was “like a dog dragging its butt across the carpet.”
Fort Lauderdale and Miami airports on Trump administration's list for more cancellations, and while Palm Beach International Airport is not, it still has dozens of delays and cancellations.Hundreds of flight delays and cancellations will hit South Florida's airports this weekend following the Trump administration's order to cut flights amid the federal government shutdown.As of about noon Nov. 7, 14 flights either in or out of Palm Beach International Airport had been delayed at least 15 minutes, and two were canceled, accord...
Hundreds of flight delays and cancellations will hit South Florida's airports this weekend following the Trump administration's order to cut flights amid the federal government shutdown.
As of about noon Nov. 7, 14 flights either in or out of Palm Beach International Airport had been delayed at least 15 minutes, and two were canceled, according to the flight tracking website FlightAware. Two flights on Nov. 9 also already are canceled.
PBIA's Nov. 7 cancellations were American Airlines flights either to or from Philadelphia International Airport. The Nov. 9 ones were scheduled to travel either to or from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City.
PBIA had 79 delays on Nov. 6, more than triple the Nov. 5 count.
The U.S. Department of Transportation ordered a 4% reduction in flights at 40 major U.S. airports starting Nov. 7, gradually increasing to 10% over a week. The cuts will increase to 5% on Nov. 8 and 6% on Nov. 9 as travelers prepare for long delays and security lines.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and Miami International Airport are among the 40 scheduled for flight cancellations. PBIA is not, but some flights either to or from it are likely to be delayed or canceled due to the order.
A total of 18 flights either to or from Fort Lauderdale had been cancelled as of about noon Nov. 7, and 45 delayed, FlightAware reported.
An additional 19 flights in and out of Fort Lauderdale on Nov. 8 are canceled, along with two on Nov. 9.
In Miami, 26 flights as of about noon on Nov. 7 were canceled and 77 delayed. An additional 27 flights are canceled on Nov. 8, and two on Nov. 9.
Fort Lauderdale had 190 delays Nov. 6 and Miami 231.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy ordered the cuts, saying the government shutdown had left air-traffic control towers short-staffed.
The government shutdown, which began Oct. 1, has forced 13,000 air-traffic controllers and 50,000 Transportation Security Administration officers to work unpaid, straining staffing at U.S. airports. Congress has been unable to agree on legislation to reopen the government.
The flight reductions have led airline and travel officials to warn of losses of up to $5 billion to their industry if the cancellations continue. The shutdown would reach its 40th day on Nov. 10.
Travelers shouldn’t wait until they’re already at the airport to learn whether they’re affected. The most important step, experts say, is to monitor your flight early and often.
Start by downloading your airline’s mobile app and turning on push and text notifications.
PBIA may be a good alternate airport to Fort Lauderdale and Miami, but destinations for some direct routes out of it may be affected by the reductions in flights. Among them:
The FAA's order covers these airports.
THE USA TODAY Network contributed to this report.
Chris Persaud covers transportation in Palm Beach County for The Palm Beach Post. Email news tips and ideas to [email protected].
Although she's not an LPGA Tour golfer, Kai Trump, the eldest granddaughter of President Donald Trump, will be making her LPGA debut next week. The Florida high school golfer received a special invitation to play in an LPGA tournament.Here's what to know about Kai Trump, her budding golf career, which tournament she's playing in and where she's ranked in junior golf.Kai Trump uses White House backdrop to promote her KT brandIs Kai Trump on the LPGA Tour? What Florida golf tournament is Kai Trump playing in?No, ...
Although she's not an LPGA Tour golfer, Kai Trump, the eldest granddaughter of President Donald Trump, will be making her LPGA debut next week. The Florida high school golfer received a special invitation to play in an LPGA tournament.
Here's what to know about Kai Trump, her budding golf career, which tournament she's playing in and where she's ranked in junior golf.
Kai Trump uses White House backdrop to promote her KT brandNo, Kai Trump is not on the LPGA Tour, but she is playing in an LPGA event next week through a special exemption.
The University of Miami commit was invited to compete with the world’s top professional women’s golfers, through a sponsor invitation, at The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge tournament in Belleair, Florida, next week. The tournament will be held at Pelican Golf Club, beginning on Nov. 12 and ending on Nov. 16. Practice rounds begin on Nov. 10.
“Sponsor invitations are an important way to spotlight emerging talent and bring new attention to our tournaments and the LPGA,” the LPGA website says.
“Kai’s broad following and reach are helping introduce golf to new audiences, especially among younger fans. We’re excited to see her take this next step in her journey.”
There will be two other sponsor invitations playing in the tournament, according to the LPGA: Wake Forest Senior Anne-Sterre den Dunnen and former Northwestern national champion Lauryn Nguyen.
If you don’t know, sponsor invitations in golf are also known as sponsor exemptions, which allow a player to participate in a tournament for which they aren’t otherwise qualified to compete in.
Kai Trump’s current American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) ranking is 461 as of Friday, Nov. 7.
According to her South Florida PGA Junior Tour season stats, her scoring average was 82.62 for the 2024 season and 78.25 for the 2025 season.
Kai Madison Trump is the oldest child of Donald Trump Jr. and former model Vanessa Kay Trump, formerly Vanessa Kay Pergolizzi.
She is the oldest of Donald Trump’s 10 grandchildren and the oldest child of Donald Trump Jr.’s five children. She celebrated her 18th birthday on May 12, 2025.
She shares her grandfather’s love of golf. She plays competitively and won a ladies' club championship at Trump's golf course in West Palm Beach, Florida, last year.
Her Instagram page is mostly golf content, down to her username, which is @kaitrumpgolfer. She's also the captain of the girls' golf team at her high school.
"Golf has always been a massive part of my life and is my biggest passion. I always aspire to be a leader and a positive figure on and off the golf course. I hope to continue my athletic career at the college level," Kai's SportsRecruits biography says. Kai will graduate this school year and is set to attend the University of Miami, where she will play on the women's golf team.
Tiger Woods, other famous golfers send their kids thereKai Trump was born and mostly raised in New York, but now lives in Jupiter with her mother.
According to Kai's SportsRecruits profile, she moved to South Florida about five years ago, when she was 13 years old. Kai currently plays golf and studies at The Benjamin School in North Palm Beach.
Yes. In February, Kai announced her first lucrative endorsement deal with big-name golf equipment company TaylorMade. At the time of the deal, On3, a website that rates high school and college athletes, valued her name, image and likeness (NIL) at more than $1 million after her TaylorMade deal.
The exact terms of Kai's deal with TaylorMade were not disclosed. She also has another NIL endorsement, in addition to the February golf equipment deal that propelled her valuation to more than $1 million. She signed her first NIL deal with Leaf Trading Cards in January. A box of Leaf Trading Cards ranges in price from just under $30, up to more than $450, depending on the set. Each pack contains one random autograph card.
At the time of the TaylorMade deal, she ranked as the highest-valued player in girls’ high school golf.
When it comes to her valuation among women in college athletics, she ranked in the top five NIL money-makers after the TaylorMade deal. She was outranked in NIL valuation by only three women, all college athletes: LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne, LSU basketball player Flau'Jae Johnson and UConn basketball player Paige Bueckers.
The acronym stands for name, image and likeness. NIL deals protect student athletes’ rights to earn money from their publicity and sometimes includes a big-name brand endorsement, like Kai’s.
Until a historic 2021 Supreme Court decision that led to an NCAA rule change, the NCAA didn’t allow student-athletes to profit from their name, image and likeness.
If Kai had been entering collegiate sports just a few years sooner, she would not have had the opportunity to kick off her college career with this much potential for profit.
(This story was updated to add new information.)Check your flights. There will be cancellations at dozens of major airports starting Friday, Nov. 7, due to the ongoing government shutdown, and several Florida airports have been affected.More than 110 flights in Florida have been canceled as of 2:30 p.m. Friday and nearly 600 delayed flights, according to the live tracking site FlightAware. Most of them are at the larger airports in Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Tampa.Nationwide, at least 860 flights within...
(This story was updated to add new information.)
Check your flights. There will be cancellations at dozens of major airports starting Friday, Nov. 7, due to the ongoing government shutdown, and several Florida airports have been affected.
More than 110 flights in Florida have been canceled as of 2:30 p.m. Friday and nearly 600 delayed flights, according to the live tracking site FlightAware. Most of them are at the larger airports in Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Tampa.
Nationwide, at least 860 flights within, into or out of the United States have been cancelled so far Friday. More than 3,000 more flights have been delayed.
On Wednesday, Nov. 5, the day the government shutdown broke the record for the longest in U.S. history, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced in a news conference that there will be a 10% reduction in flights at 40 major airports at the end of the week. The move is intended to help alleviate mounting pressure on air traffic controllers, who have not been paid since Oct. 1 and have been working long hours six days a week.
"I think it's going to lead to more cancellations, but we are going to work with the airlines to do this in a systematic way," Duffy said, adding that decisions would be based on pressure and not quantity of flights at each airport.
By Friday, Duffy was saying it could go up to 15%.
Weather has also been an issue, and an Arctic blast expected to blanket much of the eastern half of the United States with frost and snow starting this weekend won't help.
Even parts of Florida are expected to see the first frost of the season by Monday, weeks before normal.
How will this affect Florida flights, and what can you do about yours?
An official list has not been released. However, ABC News and CBS News have revealed a proposed list, citing anonymous sources, including the following Florida airports:
The list is not final and could change. USA TODAY has reached out to the U.S. Department of Transportation and the FAA. See the full list below.
Don't wait until you're already at the airport to check your flight. Monitor your flight early and often, starting days before, as cancellations could increase as the shutdown continues.
Download your airline’s mobile app and turn on push and text notifications for alerts about your flight. Some apps have a “Where’s My Plane?” feature, which lets you see if the aircraft scheduled to operate your flight has arrived, is delayed en route, or hasn’t departed yet from its previous airport. That can be an early signal of trouble.
If your flight is canceled, use the airlines' mobile app to rebook as soon as possible, according to Scott Keyes, founder of Going. If you need to talk to someone, Keyes suggests calling one of the carrier’s international lines.
"The best thing travelers can do is to be as proactive as possible switching to a new flight,” Keyes told USA TODAY. “When a flight gets canceled, all of a sudden hundreds of passengers need new itineraries. There may only be a handful of seats left on the best flights, and it's a first-come, first-(served) endeavor.”
If your flight is canceled for any reason, including a shortage of air traffic controllers, you’re entitled to a full refund if you choose not to fly on alternative itineraries offered by your airline. The same goes for “significant” delays or changes.
United Airlines CEO has promised refunds for customers who do not want to fly while the reductions are in effect, "even if their flight isn't impacted." Delta has set up a travel waiver for customers to rebook without change fees.
According to FlightAware.com, which provides real-time flight information, as of 8:15 a.m. the following delays and cancellations of flights have been reported within, into or out of the United States today, Nov. 7:
Here's the breakdown by airport as of 2:30 p.m. Nov. 7:
TSA Coordinator Adam Stahl, in an interview with ABC News Live, recommended travelers continue to arrive at the airport two to two and a half hours prior to their departure of their domestic flight.
"There have been isolated impacts in wait times and we expect those to increase" until the shutdown is resolved, Stahl said.
As always, "be patient and respectful."
FAA staffing is seen as outside of an airline’s control, so carriers aren’t on the hook in the same way they would be for delays caused by mechanical issues or other problems on their end.
If your flight is canceled for any reason, including a shortage of air traffic controllers, you are entitled to a full refund if you choose not to fly on alternative itineraries offered by the airline.
The unofficial list of affected airports, which may change, is:
Contributing: N'dea Yancey-Bragg, Kathryn Palmer, Kathleen Wong, Zach Wichter, Trevor Hughes, Marc Ramirez, USA TODAY
(This story was updated to add new information.)
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