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 George Ranch in Sugar Land, TX 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 Sugar Land, TX 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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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 Sugar Land Memorial Park in Sugar Land, TX 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 Perry's Steakhouse Grille or visit Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land, 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 Sugar Land, TX, 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 Sugar Land, TX 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 Sugar Land, TX 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.
The lost treat of sugarcane juice returns to the Houston areaRed velvet ropes and brass stanchions corral a queue of customers extending well past a blockade of gas pumps. This incongruous setup is only made stranger by the tropical green juice truck positioned in the center of it all. Located in a Shell station parking lot at the intersection of State Highway 6 and Voss Road, Nia Cane’s clashing environs belie its significant ties to Sugar Land’s historical identity.Located less than 5 miles from...
Red velvet ropes and brass stanchions corral a queue of customers extending well past a blockade of gas pumps. This incongruous setup is only made stranger by the tropical green juice truck positioned in the center of it all. Located in a Shell station parking lot at the intersection of State Highway 6 and Voss Road, Nia Cane’s clashing environs belie its significant ties to Sugar Land’s historical identity.
Located less than 5 miles from Imperial Sugar’s now-defunct eight-story, redbrick char house—a longstanding symbol of the town’s lucrative sugar legacy starting in 1908—Nia Cane serves 4-foot sugarcane stalks that are fed through an industrial juicer or simply split and stuffed with limes, ginger, and passionfruit. Sharod Coleman’s humble operation honors one of the first crops to be grown in Fort Bend County. It also caters to the city’s expanding diversity, where 30% of its population is foreign born—hailing from places like India, Africa, and the Middle East, where sugarcane juice is prized.
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Like many of his customers, Coleman grew up gnawing on fibrous sugarcane stalks, savoring the grassy sweetness that emerged from the pulp. “The memories of that flavor are so strong,” he says, “that I can actually recognize the taste of a stalk grown in my hometown of Daphne, Alabama.”
And while his customers may not be able to name the terroir that birthed their favorite treat, they appreciate Coleman’s commitment to serving the freshest possible juice. That’s been unfeasible for a while, as Sugar Land stopped growing their titular crop in 1928. For decades, Imperial Sugar trucked in product from Galveston, until 2003 when it officially shut down its refinery. So, while Coleman continues to talk with local farmers about adding sugarcane back into their crop rotation, he brings in additional product from his native Alabama.
Situated in a parking lot that was once flush with the crop, Nia—an acronym for Natural Infused Antioxidants—still celebrates that Texas legacy while catering to its modern clientele. Plastered on Coleman’s juice truck are the words “sugarcane juice” translated into almost 20 languages. That approach has been good for business over the last three years, leading to the opening of two additional locations in Spring Branch and Southwest Houston. But more than any growth, Coleman says his greatest reward is providing something to the community that might’ve been missing from their lives.
“I’ve watched people get teary-eyed when they take their first sip,” he says. “Sugarcane is a connection to their childhood, their past, their history. This juice tastes like home—wherever that might be.”
A timeline of Sugar Land’s harvesting history1828 Samuel M. Williams, former secretary to Stephen F. Austin, receives a league of land in Fort Bend County for his service.
1838Williams’ brother Nathaniel purchases the land in 1838 and names it Oakland Plantation.
1843The Williams brothers build a commercial sugar mill at the current site of Imperial Sugar on State Highway 90.
1853 Benjamin Franklin Terry and William Jefferson Kyle buy Oakland Plantation and rename it Sugar Land. They used mule-powered cars to transport cane from the fields.
1890E.H. Cunningham of San Antonio acquires the property and constructs The Cunningham Sugar Company refinery. The state begins using inmate labor to work the fields.
1908Isaac H. Kempner and William T. Eldridge purchase the Cunningham plantation and company, modernize the facilities, and in 1913, create a company town.
1919Sugarland Industries is formed to encompass all of Kempner’s businesses, including Imperial Sugar Company.
1925The char house is constructed, now an iconic Sugar Land landmark.
2003 Imperial Sugar closes its Texas refinery.
2025The City of Sugar Land purchases the 45-acre property for $50 million, with plans to restore and develop the mill district.
Check out some businesses in the Sugar Land and Missouri City area have recently opened, as reported by Community Impact. This list is not comprehensive.1. The Blue Willow Resale & Consignment ShopThe resale shop offers a number of secondhand items including clothing, accessories, furniture, decor, collectables and antiques.2. Houston MedicsThe practice offers services including physicals, preventive care, immunizations, weight management and mental health support....
Check out some businesses in the Sugar Land and Missouri City area have recently opened, as reported by Community Impact. This list is not comprehensive.
1. The Blue Willow Resale & Consignment Shop
The resale shop offers a number of secondhand items including clothing, accessories, furniture, decor, collectables and antiques.
2. Houston Medics
The practice offers services including physicals, preventive care, immunizations, weight management and mental health support.
3. Clover Playground & Cafe
The indoor playground and cafe offers three-hour open play sessions for infants through preteens as well as private parties. Guests can also enjoy a variety of coffees, lattes, tea and lemonade. Alongside menu items including bento boxes, pizzas, smoothies and chicken tenders.
4. Escapology
The business offers seven escape rooms where players are locked inside a themed room and have 60 minutes to escape using hidden clues to solve puzzles to get out.
5. Jennellepee Art School
The art school offers a variety of class options including after school, homeschool and weekend programs as well as camps during school breaks.
6. K-Taekwondo
The martial arts studio offers classes for children, adults and families taught by Master Bomin Kwon, who has over 20 years of experience in Taekwondo.
7. Tings and Wacos
The new location is the brand’s first brick-and-mortar restaurant, having grown out of a popular local food truck that serves wings and tacos.
8. Dave & Buster’s
The Dallas-based business offers arcade games and pool tables as well as a restaurant and sports bar featuring burgers, wings and salads. Desserts and alcoholic beverages are also available.
9. Karma Kolache & Macarons
The former Mon Cheri Macaron shop now offers numerous kolaches such as barbacoa, butter chicken and smoked sausage alongside macarons and coffee.
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The studio will offer the brand’s signature 40-minute reformer Pilates workouts, which are designed by physical therapists and suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
SUGAR LAND, Texas - A 13-year-old girl from Sugar Land is recovering after she was severely bitten by a barracuda while vacationing with her family in Turks and Caicos last week.Sugar Land teen severely bitten by barracuda in Turks and CaicosWhat we know:Claire Macdonel is now back in the Houston area, where she's preparing to undergo surgery on her hand.Claire and her mother spoke exclusively with FOX 26 about the rare attack, saying what started as a normal day at the beach ...
SUGAR LAND, Texas - A 13-year-old girl from Sugar Land is recovering after she was severely bitten by a barracuda while vacationing with her family in Turks and Caicos last week.
What we know:
Claire Macdonel is now back in the Houston area, where she's preparing to undergo surgery on her hand.
Claire and her mother spoke exclusively with FOX 26 about the rare attack, saying what started as a normal day at the beach quickly turned into a trip to the emergency room.
"I was wearing a shiny bracelet on one wrist and a resort band on the other. At that moment, I went down for a handstand and I just felt a lot of pressure, like if your hand got stuck inside something’s mouth. I just felt a big bite and then when I moved my hand, it just went away. I looked behind me and saw a big silver tail," said Claire Macdonel. "I was very scared. I was just anxious, like I was crying the whole time."
"Initially, I thought she was going to bleed out. I’ve never seen that much blood and I couldn’t get it to stop even with the tourniquet when we were in the ambulance. It was still just bleeding and then, of course, my second thought was she was going to lose her hand. Then, once we were in the hospital, the orthopedic surgeon said his number one concern was to stabilize her and reduce the risk of infection," said Claire’s mother, Jen Macdonel.
Claire says she's sharing her story to raise awareness, hoping it helps another family avoid a similar experience.
"Claire wanted to tell her story because she wanted to help and make sure everyone is aware these things can happen. It’s rare to not be afraid just to educate," said Jen Macdonel.
"Be careful because there’s a risk. Take off all your jewelry before you go into the water and enjoy your time with your family because you never know what could happen," said Claire Macdonel.
Claire is expected to undergo tendon repair surgery Wednesday and is expected to make a full recovery. Despite the frightening experience, she says she still loves the ocean and plans to follow her dream of becoming a marine biologist one day.
Warning: Some of the photos from the incident are graphic.
According to experts, barracudas are common in the Gulf, but attacks on people are rare. Marine life can sometimes be found in shallow water, including barracudas, sharks, stingrays and jellyfish.
"When you are walking around in shallow water, make sure to always shuffle your feet. That action against the ground actually scares away animals that can be in the sand and floating. I recommend not wearing anything that is bright or could reflect in the water, things like bracelets or earrings which could attract some fish," said Austin Kirwin, Chief of Galveston Island Beach Patrol. "The biggest thing is just be aware of your surroundings."
The Source: Claire Macdonel and her mother and Austin Kirwin, Chief of Galveston Island Beach Patrol
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