It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Worth Avenue Clock Tower 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 West Palm Beach, FL is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“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.”
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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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“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!!”
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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!”
“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.”
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“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.”
“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”
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 Old Trail Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Table 26 Palm Beach or visit Tallywacker 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 West 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 West 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 West 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.
Where to Stay: The Colony HotelNestled in the heart of Palm Beach, The Colony Hotel is an ideal base for your shopping adventure. This iconic hotel is famous worldwide for its pink hues and elegant décor, offering a luxurious and comfortable stay. The hotel is steps away from the iconic Worth Avenue, a premier luxury shopping destination, and just a short walk from the beach.Day 1: Shopping and Sightseeing in Palm BeachStart the morning off with a cappuccino at Pink Paradise C...
Nestled in the heart of Palm Beach, The Colony Hotel is an ideal base for your shopping adventure. This iconic hotel is famous worldwide for its pink hues and elegant décor, offering a luxurious and comfortable stay. The hotel is steps away from the iconic Worth Avenue, a premier luxury shopping destination, and just a short walk from the beach.
Start the morning off with a cappuccino at Pink Paradise Cafe, perfect for top-tier people-watching.
Worth Avenue is Palm Beach at its most enchanting, cobblestone vias, ivy-covered archways, and sun-drenched courtyards.
Browse designer icons like Chanel and Gucci. Don’t miss Raptis Rare Books, a hidden gem for vintage finds and thoughtful gifts.
A morning here feels like a walk through European elegance, just with more palm trees.
When you’re ready for lunch Savor alfresco dining at Swifty’s or enjoy poolside rosé and of course a dip in the pool after. The Colony Hotel.
After relaxing by the pool browse The Church Mouse, a high end consignment store with hidden gems. Shop at Royal Poinciana Plaza. This outdoor plaza, built by architect John Volk in 1957, is a stunning example of Regency architecture and houses upscale boutiques and chic restaurants featuring Zimmermann and LoveShackFancy. Looking for unique gifts, Check out Kassatly’s, which has been in Palm Beach since 1923.
Before heading back to the hotel, stop by Congilio, a newer shop on the island founded by a local designer who channels the island’s timeless charm into every piece. Rooted in sustainability, her collections are meant to be cherished and passed down, offering elevated staples with a breezy, heirloom feel. Each design reflects her love for thoughtful, lasting fashion and features free sizing for an effortlessly chic fit. Her motto, It’s Better in Palm Beach. ™
Take a break from the sightseeing and shopping. Rent a bike at the Palm Beach Bicycle Trail Shop and ride along the scenic Lake Trail, enjoying breathtaking views of the water, lush landscapes, and historic mansions.
For dinner, make a reservation at Café Boulud, located in the Brazilian Court Hotel. This chic restaurant, helmed by chef Daniel Boulud, offers delicious French delicacies. Try the roasted duck breast, the Brittany Dover sole, or the whole Maine lobster for an exquisite dining experience.
Begin your day at Green’s Pharmacy in Palm Beach. Established in 1938, Green’s is a nostalgic spot offering tasty dishes and a classic soda fountain experience. Enjoy comfort food such as BLTs and grilled cheese sandwiches while sipping on a milkshake or coffee.
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Drive just over the bridge and head to West Palm Beach and uncover treasures at Antique Row, a stretch filled with vintage furnishings and one-of-a-kind home décor. Antique Row in West Palm Beach is a treasure trove of vintage charm, with over 40 shops and galleries offering everything from mid-century modern finds to European antiques and decorative arts. This mostly walkable district oozes character, attracting collectors, designers, and vintage shoppers alike.
Must-visits include: Hive Home, Gift & Garden, Florida Regency,Cashmere Buffalo, and The Elephant’s Foot Antiques and so much more.
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After a day of treasure hunting, head to Howleys—where retro vibes meet scratch-made comfort food. With neon signs, old-school booths, and a menu that swings from milkshakes to mahi tacos, it’s the perfect cap to a stylish day.
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The Shops at CityPlace offer a stylish mix of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands in a vibrant, palm-lined setting. From big names to boutique finds, it’s a one-stop spot to shop, stroll, and soak up the energy of downtown West Palm, you might even catch live music or a yoga session on the lawn.
Reserve a table at RH Rooftop Restaurant for sunset view and luxurious interiors. RH Rooftop West Palm is a must-visit for design and vintage lovers, a sophisticated oasis atop the RH Gallery, where classic decor meets modern luxury. Surrounded by heritage olive trees, antique-inspired furnishings, and sweeping city views, it’s the ideal spot to soak in timeless style over a glass of rosé or a beautifully plated meal.
Cap the night with cocktails at Spuzzo atop The Ben Hotel.
Conclude your shopping adventure by heading south to Delray Beach to explore Atlantic Avenue. This vibrant area offers a mix of shopping, dining, and nightlife near the waterfront. Browse the boutiques and be sure to check out Just Hearts a unique gift shop and then dine at City Oyster, a charming restaurant with antique brick, high tin ceilings and oak wood floors. City Oyster has been a staple in Delray beach for creative seafood plates in a buzzing restaurant right on Atlantic Ave.
End your evening before heading back to Palm Beach with a cocktail on the Rosewater Rooftop, located on top of The Ray hotel, enjoying the stunning views and vibrant atmosphere.
Kimberly MillerThe first cool front of the season is teasing an appearance, a sweep of dry tonic to tame South Florida’s steaming air and bring a breeze of fall to the tropics.A weather pattern complicated by the unease of change as summer gives way to autumn is moving toward the Eastern Seaboard in the coming days, leading to a potential nor’easter and “what we would call the first hint of fall season weather” for the toe of Florida’s Peninsula, according to the National Weather Service.Fo...
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The first cool front of the season is teasing an appearance, a sweep of dry tonic to tame South Florida’s steaming air and bring a breeze of fall to the tropics.
A weather pattern complicated by the unease of change as summer gives way to autumn is moving toward the Eastern Seaboard in the coming days, leading to a potential nor’easter and “what we would call the first hint of fall season weather” for the toe of Florida’s Peninsula, according to the National Weather Service.
For the weekend beginning Oct. 11, South Florida could experience low temperatures in the upper 60s over inland areas of Palm Beach County with low 70s forecast at the ocean-warmed coast. Daytime highs are expected to peak in the low to mid-80s, a small relief from temperatures reaching closer to 90 degrees most days this month.
Chris Fisher, a lead forecaster at the Miami office of the NWS, tried to temper enthusiasm over the first fall front with a prediction that what’s coming won’t be an iguana-paralyzing cold, which are more common in deeper winter months of December and January.
Still, the Weather Prediction Center shows a front trailing an area of low pressure expected to form off the Carolinas will clear South Florida and push into the Florida Straits by Oct. 13.
“We are finally going to get a front coming down here this weekend, although it’s not going to be a significant cool-down by any stretch of the imagination,” Fisher said. “There will be lower rain chances and lower humidity.”
Climate change triggers new heat warning chart that alerts when it could be deadly outsideThe drier air follows a stretch of soggy days in South Florida that were exacerbated by hurricanes Imelda and Humberto and a more recent swirl of low pressure over the northern Bahamas that never gained enough moxie to earn either a designation or name from the National Hurricane Center.
Showers have been measured at Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach all but three days since Sept. 1, leaving September with a total of 9.93 inches of rain. That’s about 1.66 inches above normal for the month.
Fort Lauderdale recorded 18.3 inches of rain in September, which is 10 inches above normal and ranked the month the second wettest on record for the area. Miami was also wetter than normal with 16.9 inches of rain, which is 6.4 inches higher than normal.
The wet season officially runs May15 through Oct. 15 for the seven counties overseen by the Miami NWS office. Those include Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward, Collier, Palm Beach, Glades and Hendry.
That means South Florida is approaching the climatological start of the dry season, but when the spigot actually turns off is more variable.
Timing the seasonal dry-out depends on the number and strength of cold fronts that begin pushing south in October juiced by the winterized jet stream.
The plunging river of air is also helpful in pushing away budding tropical cyclones in the Atlantic, such as the simmering Invest 95L, which became Tropical Storm Jerry on Oct. 7. Jerry, the 10th name of the 2025 hurricane season, was located about 1,315 miles east-southeast of the northern Leeward Islands. It is forecast to recurve north out to sea with no direct concerns to the United States.
“That’ll be the case by the end of the week, with the first major fall front plunging into the southeast U.S.,” said Michael Lowry, a hurricane expert and meteorologist with South Florida ABC-TV affiliate WPLG-Channel 10. “Forecast models are even advertising the possibility (the front) clears us here in South Florida by late weekend, which would be an earlier-than-average first frontal passage.”
It's typically not until early November when overnight low temperatures in South Florida dip into the upper 60s. And the area must wait until the middle to latter part of November before daytime high temperatures peak in the upper 70s.
Rain, dew point temperatures and daily minimum temperatures all play roles in determining when summer officially ends, according to a National Weather Service study that analyzed 41 years of monthly climatological reports from Miami International Airport to understand better the seasonal shift in South Florida.
The study found the earliest end to summer — and beginning of autumn — was Sept. 24. The latest summertime end was Nov. 1. The median date was Oct. 17.
Kimberly Miller is a journalist for The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA Today Network of Florida. She covers real estate, weather, and the environment. Subscribe to The Dirt for a weekly real estate roundup. If you have news tips, please send them to [email protected]. Help support our local journalism: Subscribe today.
WEST PALM BEACH, FL — Juliana’s Pizza, the Brooklyn-based pizzeria founded by Matthew Grogan in partnership with the late Patsy and Carol Grimaldi, is expanding to South Florida this fall. The restaurant’s forthcoming NORA District location was first reported by The Palm Beach Post and confirmed to Business Debut by Grogan, who said the opening is planned for mid to late October at 875 N Railroad Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33401.The NORA location will mirror the original Juliana’s in Brooklyn, wh...
WEST PALM BEACH, FL — Juliana’s Pizza, the Brooklyn-based pizzeria founded by Matthew Grogan in partnership with the late Patsy and Carol Grimaldi, is expanding to South Florida this fall. The restaurant’s forthcoming NORA District location was first reported by The Palm Beach Post and confirmed to Business Debut by Grogan, who said the opening is planned for mid to late October at 875 N Railroad Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33401.
The NORA location will mirror the original Juliana’s in Brooklyn, which opened in 2012 beneath the Brooklyn Bridge in the former Grimaldi’s space. The new restaurant will feature two coal-fired ovens, a full bar, and an outdoor patio with roughly 40–50 seats, bringing the total seating to about 130–140 guests.
Juliana’s menu centers on traditional coal-fired pizza made with Italian tomatoes, fresh sliced mozzarella, and anthracite coal that burns clean and hot for the perfect char. In addition to pizza, the restaurant will serve pastas, salads, soups, and nostalgic desserts such as artisan Ring Dings from Duane Park Patisserie. Guests can also enjoy a classic New York egg cream, made with U-Bet chocolate syrup, siphon seltzer, and real cream.
Grogan, a former Wall Street investment banker, partnered with Patsy and Carol Grimaldi after they decided to come out of retirement. The late couple sold their pizza business, Grimaldi's, in 1998. By 2012, the couple decided to start over with Juliana's.
“They said they wished they’d never sold their baby,” Grogan told Business Debut. “Juliana’s, named after Patsy’s mother, was our chance to carry their legacy forward.”
The restaurant continues the Grimaldis’ old-world approach. “We make pizza the way it was made 100 years ago,” Grogan recalled. “Great ingredients, fresh mozzarella, and coal-fired ovens—nothing fancy, just done right.”
Carol Grimaldi passed away in 2014, and Patsy Grimaldi passed away in February of this year.
During the pandemic, Juliana’s launched a partnership with Fresh Direct, offering “Take and Bake” pizzas for home preparation across the New York Tri-State area. Grogan said a similar model could be introduced in Florida in the future to serve local communities seeking high-quality, ready-to-bake options.
The West Palm Beach location will be open seven days a week from 3:30 – 10 p.m., with a short afternoon closure to “stoke the coal” and maintain the restaurant’s traditional oven heat.
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ServiceNow, a software company specializing in artificial intelligence platforms for business automation, announced plans to establish a regional innovation hub and AI Institute in West Palm Beach.According to the company, the facility will focus on enterprise AI research, workforce training, and customer collaboration. It will include an AI Institute, a startup accelerator for early-stage technology firms, and a ServiceNow University program offering AI-related education and certification. The programs are designed to support technol...
ServiceNow, a software company specializing in artificial intelligence platforms for business automation, announced plans to establish a regional innovation hub and AI Institute in West Palm Beach.
According to the company, the facility will focus on enterprise AI research, workforce training, and customer collaboration. It will include an AI Institute, a startup accelerator for early-stage technology firms, and a ServiceNow University program offering AI-related education and certification. The programs are designed to support technology adoption across industries while expanding workforce development opportunities in the region.
The project is expected to generate more than $1.8 billion in economic activity and create over 850 jobs through 2030. The site will employ workers across multiple business functions, including software engineering, product development, and research operations. ServiceNow said hiring, research partnerships, and pilot programming will begin in the coming months, with the facility scheduled to open in 2028.
“The AI innovation economy has a new epicenter in the Gold Coast of West Palm Beach, Florida,” said Bill McDermott, chairman and CEO of ServiceNow. “West Palm Beach is the latest move in ServiceNow’s tradition of embracing bold economic developments across the country. This will be a compelling magnet for talent, a strong engine for growth, and a dynamic hub for America’s AI leadership.”
Stephen Ross, chairman and CEO of Related Ross, said the development aligns with ongoing efforts to strengthen South Florida’s technology sector.
“As a leader in enterprise AI, ServiceNow will catalyze innovation and economic opportunity in West Palm Beach,” Ross said.
The AI Institute will operate alongside ServiceNow’s “RiseUp with ServiceNow” program, which provides training and career pathways for workers entering the technology sector.
The company said it plans to collaborate with universities, workforce boards, and local employers to expand access to technical education in Florida.
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