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Home Care In Sterling, VA

Home Care Sterling, VA

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 Lanesville Heritage Area in Sterling, VA 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 Sterling, VA is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.

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The Always Best Care Difference

Since 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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“Always Best Care Loudoun has such a caring, flexible, kind team. Each of the”

Always Best Care Loudoun has such a caring, flexible, kind team. Each of the caregivers we worked with went above and beyond. They did their jobs effectively and efficiently, but they were also so thoughtful, compassionate, funny and proactive in offering help. Susanna also offered exceptional help from the home office and gave me insights and advice I didn't even know I needed.It's hard to know who you can trust in taking care of your loved one, and I highly recommend Always Best Care Loudoun to do the job expertly.
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“I am a past client of this provider We worked with Always Best Care Loudoun for”

I am a past client of this provider We worked with Always Best Care Loudoun for more than a year to take care of my 90-year-old mother with advancing dementia. I highly recommend their services for how flexible, kind, proactive and supportive they were. At first, we had someone come about 3 - 4 days a week for 5 hours/day. As my mom had more physical issues and falls, Always Best Care was very easy to work with in getting additional support, which ultimately ended up being 24/7 for several months. They provided companionship, advocacy, support and care at every step of the way. I'm a single parent so having someone who could be there when I couldn't toward the end of my mom's life was invaluable. My mom loved all of her caregivers and told them so daily. They laughed with her and shared life stories, took her to events, drove her to doctor's appointments, did laundry, prepared meals, and so much more. On more than one occasion, they would call me to let me know something had changed or that my mom needed a doctor or something else urgent, that I would not have known otherwise. They were truly a godsend when I needed it most. I really can't say enough good things about Always Best Care Loudoun.
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“Chris has been fantastic managing and coordinating part-time care for my mothers husband and elevating”

Chris has been fantastic managing and coordinating part-time care for my mothers husband and elevating care to 24/7 on a short notice (emergency).He has put my mom and the both families at ease and very comfortable with the process.Incredible patient service and family support.Would recommend you meet with Chris to customize the appropriate care for your loved one.Absolute professional in his field.
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“I am a past client of this provider Chris was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful in guiding”

I am a past client of this provider Chris was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful in guiding me through the process of caring for my parents and providing me with resources matched to my needs
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“I am a current client of this provider The Aids are like family. Chris and his”

I am a current client of this provider The Aids are like family. Chris and his team are always there to help my Mom. They take her places, help with meals, laundry and keeping Mom safe and happy!
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“I am a current client of this provider Chris and his staff have been excellent. Their”

I am a current client of this provider Chris and his staff have been excellent. Their attention to details is exceptional. My Mom's caregiver was excellent and provided daily care with passion. My only regret is not calling sooner for care.
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“I will highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services . It is the Best company”

I will highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services . It is the Best company I have ever worked for. Mr Chris the owner is a very nice person. He cares for his caregivers and most especially for his clients.
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“For the last months of our Dad’s life, Carmen was a blessing! She didn’t”

For the last months of our Dad’s life, Carmen was a blessing! She didn’t support just our Dad but the whole family. She was a fabulous caregiver though she was so much more, she was our Dad’s friend who he look forward to seeing each and every day. If you find you need support for your loved one, you could not ask for a better person than Carmen. We are so grateful to Carmen and Always Best Care for supporting our Dad.
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“Chris was a godsend in my search for senior caregivers for my parents. I was”

Chris was a godsend in my search for senior caregivers for my parents. I was tired of searching and trying new caregivers from different firms every few weeks, but to no avail. My parents were also a bit hesitant about getting care from unfamiliar people. Fortunately, I found Always Best Care's website on the internet. I called them, ready to be disappointed again. But, I was never let down by Chris and his team. They were very understanding and offered the most suitable caregivers for my parents' care. Without their help, I would still be stuck in the painful process of finding caregivers and being disappointed. I would recommend Always Best Care to everyone.
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“Compassionate, responsive, professional. We highly recommend!”

Compassionate, responsive, professional. We highly recommend!
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“I highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services. They provide excellent assistance for every”

I highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services. They provide excellent assistance for every in-home care need and have provided support for us in the past which has been exceptional. Much appreciated!
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“Clients have expressed sincere appreciation for getting a call from their phone volunteer. When you”

Clients have expressed sincere appreciation for getting a call from their phone volunteer. When you are told that “your telephone volunteer makes their day” or “you can hear your loved one laughing with joy in speaking with their telephone volunteer”, you know that another successful contact has occurred. Thank you for offering the Telephone Reassurance Service as it is truly making a difference in the lives of Seniors.
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“Chris and his crew can help your family in so many ways. Keep Always Best”

Chris and his crew can help your family in so many ways. Keep Always Best Care in mind to help with mom and dad.
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“Having a sick and failing family member is very difficult, but Chris Kondracki has been”

Having a sick and failing family member is very difficult, but Chris Kondracki has been terribly helpful and supportive to my family. He has provided guidance, suggestions, and even a wheelchair to help my mother get around while we navigate the complexities of a rapidly progressing illness. I so appreciate his help!
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“Always Best Care (ABC) provided care for my mother for the last 8 months and”

Always Best Care (ABC) provided care for my mother for the last 8 months and I’m extremely happy with the service ABC provided. Their caregivers are reliable and compassionate. For the service provided hands down they are the most favorable and valued service out there. In my humble opinion, the best affordable/valued quality adult care in the area. Thank you ABC.
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“Very supportive of families taking care of loved ones.”

Very supportive of families taking care of loved ones.
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“Chris Kondracki is extremely knowledgeable and truly cares about his clients. He is passionate about”

Chris Kondracki is extremely knowledgeable and truly cares about his clients. He is passionate about providing the best care possible. As a financial advisor, I consider Chris and Always Best Care Loudoun a great "tool in my toolbox" when working with my older clients and mention their services as something for my clients to know about should the need arise.
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“"Always Best Care" is more than the company's name -- it is its promise. Chris”

"Always Best Care" is more than the company's name -- it is its promise. Chris is a kind and caring person whose focus is always on helping others. He will give your loved ones the same care and consideration that he would give his own. Truly a treasure.
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“"Always Best Care" is more than just the name of the company -- it's the”

"Always Best Care" is more than just the name of the company -- it's the company's promise. Chris, the owner, is a kind and caring person whose focus is always on helping others. He will give your loved ones the same care and consideration that he would give to his own.
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“If you or a loved one has an aging family member that may need a”

If you or a loved one has an aging family member that may need a little extra help around the house, or perhaps you want to develop a plan for the future, Chris from Always Best Care is the guy to call. He can help you plan for whatever your family needs, whether that's help aging in their existing home or transitioning to someplace with full time assistance, he can help you figure out what is best for your family.
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“I work for the company and I can say that Aleays Best Care really cares”

I work for the company and I can say that Aleays Best Care really cares about their clients and so do the caregivers
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“I work with Always Best Care and I honestly enjoy working with them. They care”

I work with Always Best Care and I honestly enjoy working with them. They care about the caregiver and their clients; especially my boss, Chris.
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“I am very much satisfied and happy with all the services provided by Always Best”

I am very much satisfied and happy with all the services provided by Always Best Care. Their caregivers are genuinely concerned about the health of seniors. They are reliable, honest, and always on time.
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“I am a past client of this provider Chris was a godsend in my search for”

I am a past client of this provider Chris was a godsend in my search for senior caregivers for my parents. I was tired of searching and trying new caregivers from different firms every few weeks, but to no avail. My parents were also a bit hesitant about getting care from unfamiliar people. Fortunately, I found Always Best Care's website on the internet. I called them, ready to be disappointed again. But, I was never let down by Chris and his team. They were very understanding and offered the most suitable caregivers for my parents' care. Without their help, I would still be stuck in the painful process of finding caregivers and being disappointed. I would recommend Always Best Care to everyone.-Jamie Neal
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“Always Best Care Loudoun has such a caring, flexible, kind team. Each of the caregivers we worked with went above and beyond. They did their jobs effectively and efficiently, but they were also so thoughtful, compassionate, funny and proactive in offering help. Susanna also offered exceptional help from the home office and gave me insights and advice I didn't even know I needed.It's hard to know who you can trust in taking care of your loved one, and I highly recommend Always Best Care Loudoun to do the job expertly.”

Joan W.
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“I am a past client of this provider We worked with Always Best Care Loudoun for more than a year to take care of my 90-year-old mother with advancing dementia. I highly recommend their services for how flexible, kind, proactive and supportive they were. At first, we had someone come about 3 - 4 days a week for 5 hours/day. As my mom had more physical issues and falls, Always Best Care was very easy to work with in getting additional support, which ultimately ended up being 24/7 for several months. They provided companionship, advocacy, support and care at every step of the way. I'm a single parent so having someone who could be there when I couldn't toward the end of my mom's life was invaluable. My mom loved all of her caregivers and told them so daily. They laughed with her and shared life stories, took her to events, drove her to doctor's appointments, did laundry, prepared meals, and so much more. On more than one occasion, they would call me to let me know something had changed or that my mom needed a doctor or something else urgent, that I would not have known otherwise. They were truly a godsend when I needed it most. I really can't say enough good things about Always Best Care Loudoun.”

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“Chris has been fantastic managing and coordinating part-time care for my mothers husband and elevating care to 24/7 on a short notice (emergency).He has put my mom and the both families at ease and very comfortable with the process.Incredible patient service and family support.Would recommend you meet with Chris to customize the appropriate care for your loved one.Absolute professional in his field.”

Michael B.
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“I am a past client of this provider Chris was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful in guiding me through the process of caring for my parents and providing me with resources matched to my needs”

Kathryn
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“I am a current client of this provider The Aids are like family. Chris and his team are always there to help my Mom. They take her places, help with meals, laundry and keeping Mom safe and happy!”

LCB
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“I am a current client of this provider Chris and his staff have been excellent. Their attention to details is exceptional. My Mom's caregiver was excellent and provided daily care with passion. My only regret is not calling sooner for care.”

Happy C.
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“I will highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services . It is the Best company I have ever worked for. Mr Chris the owner is a very nice person. He cares for his caregivers and most especially for his clients.”

Atabong H.
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“For the last months of our Dad’s life, Carmen was a blessing! She didn’t support just our Dad but the whole family. She was a fabulous caregiver though she was so much more, she was our Dad’s friend who he look forward to seeing each and every day. If you find you need support for your loved one, you could not ask for a better person than Carmen. We are so grateful to Carmen and Always Best Care for supporting our Dad.”

Jennings F.
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“Chris was a godsend in my search for senior caregivers for my parents. I was tired of searching and trying new caregivers from different firms every few weeks, but to no avail. My parents were also a bit hesitant about getting care from unfamiliar people. Fortunately, I found Always Best Care's website on the internet. I called them, ready to be disappointed again. But, I was never let down by Chris and his team. They were very understanding and offered the most suitable caregivers for my parents' care. Without their help, I would still be stuck in the painful process of finding caregivers and being disappointed. I would recommend Always Best Care to everyone.”

Jamie N.
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“Compassionate, responsive, professional. We highly recommend!”

Boni F.
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“I highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services. They provide excellent assistance for every in-home care need and have provided support for us in the past which has been exceptional. Much appreciated!”

Josh F.
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“Clients have expressed sincere appreciation for getting a call from their phone volunteer. When you are told that “your telephone volunteer makes their day” or “you can hear your loved one laughing with joy in speaking with their telephone volunteer”, you know that another successful contact has occurred. Thank you for offering the Telephone Reassurance Service as it is truly making a difference in the lives of Seniors.”

Anonymous
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“Chris and his crew can help your family in so many ways. Keep Always Best Care in mind to help with mom and dad.”

Doug W.
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“Having a sick and failing family member is very difficult, but Chris Kondracki has been terribly helpful and supportive to my family. He has provided guidance, suggestions, and even a wheelchair to help my mother get around while we navigate the complexities of a rapidly progressing illness. I so appreciate his help!”

Debbie L.
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TESTIMONIALS

“Always Best Care (ABC) provided care for my mother for the last 8 months and I’m extremely happy with the service ABC provided. Their caregivers are reliable and compassionate. For the service provided hands down they are the most favorable and valued service out there. In my humble opinion, the best affordable/valued quality adult care in the area. Thank you ABC.”

Gilberto V.
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“Very supportive of families taking care of loved ones.”

Martine B.
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TESTIMONIALS

“Chris Kondracki is extremely knowledgeable and truly cares about his clients. He is passionate about providing the best care possible. As a financial advisor, I consider Chris and Always Best Care Loudoun a great "tool in my toolbox" when working with my older clients and mention their services as something for my clients to know about should the need arise.”

Ken S.
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“"Always Best Care" is more than the company's name -- it is its promise. Chris is a kind and caring person whose focus is always on helping others. He will give your loved ones the same care and consideration that he would give his own. Truly a treasure.”

Karen S.
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TESTIMONIALS

“"Always Best Care" is more than just the name of the company -- it's the company's promise. Chris, the owner, is a kind and caring person whose focus is always on helping others. He will give your loved ones the same care and consideration that he would give to his own.”

Karen M.
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TESTIMONIALS

“If you or a loved one has an aging family member that may need a little extra help around the house, or perhaps you want to develop a plan for the future, Chris from Always Best Care is the guy to call. He can help you plan for whatever your family needs, whether that's help aging in their existing home or transitioning to someplace with full time assistance, he can help you figure out what is best for your family.”

Dr. E.
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“I work for the company and I can say that Aleays Best Care really cares about their clients and so do the caregivers”

Sedra C.
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“I work with Always Best Care and I honestly enjoy working with them. They care about the caregiver and their clients; especially my boss, Chris.”

Beatrice A.
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“I am very much satisfied and happy with all the services provided by Always Best Care. Their caregivers are genuinely concerned about the health of seniors. They are reliable, honest, and always on time.”

Kevin T.
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“I am a past client of this provider Chris was a godsend in my search for senior caregivers for my parents. I was tired of searching and trying new caregivers from different firms every few weeks, but to no avail. My parents were also a bit hesitant about getting care from unfamiliar people. Fortunately, I found Always Best Care's website on the internet. I called them, ready to be disappointed again. But, I was never let down by Chris and his team. They were very understanding and offered the most suitable caregivers for my parents' care. Without their help, I would still be stuck in the painful process of finding caregivers and being disappointed. I would recommend Always Best Care to everyone.-Jamie Neal”

Jamie N.

What is Non-Medical Senior Care in Sterling, VA?

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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.

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When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.

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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.

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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.

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Types of Elderly Care in Sterling, VA

To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:

Personal Care

Personal 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:

  • Eating
  • Mobility Issues
  • Incontinence
  • Bathing
  • Dressing
  • Grooming
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Home Helper

Home Helper Services

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:

  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Preparation
  • Pet Care
  • Prescription Refills
  • Morning Wake-Up
  • Walking
  • Reading
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Companionship Services

Companionship Services

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 Claude Moore Park Visitor Center in Sterling, VA with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.

Common companionship services include:

  • Grocery Shopping
  • Transportation to Appointments
  • Nutritional Assistance
  • Conversation
  • Planning Outings
  • Completing Errands
  • Transportation to Community
  • Events and Social Outings
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Respite Care

Respite Care Services

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 The Bungalow Lakehouse or visit Arcola Slave Quarters Historic Site, 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.

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Benefits of Home Care in Sterling, VA

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:

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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Aging in Place: The Preferred Choice for Most Seniors

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

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

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 Sterling, VA, 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.

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Affordable 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:

If your loved one qualifies, Medicaid may help reduce in-home care costs. Review your VA's Medicaid program laws and benefits, and make sure your senior's financial and medical needs meet Medicaid eligibility requirements.
Attendance and aid benefits through military service can cover a portion of the costs associated with in-home care for veterans and their spouses.
Many senior care services like in-home care are included in long-term care insurance options. Research different long-term care solutions to find a plan that provides coverage for senior care.
Home care can be included as part of a senior's private insurance plan. Read over your loved one's insurance policy carefully or speak with their insurance provider to determine if in-home care is covered.
Depending on the life insurance plan, you may be able to apply your policy toward long-term care. You may be able to use long-term-care coverage to help pay for in-home elderly care.
Senior Care Sterling, VA

Compassionate Care. Trusted Caregivers.

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

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

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

Assisted Living Referral Services

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.

Respite Care Sterling, VA

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:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Recreational Activities
  • Social Outings
  • Emergency Medical Response
  • Medication Monitoring
  • Family Visitation
  • Personal Care
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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:

  • Pacifica Senior Living Sterling
  • Mirror Ridge At Community Village
  • Insight Memory Care Center - Sterling
  • Sunrise at Countryside
  • Countryside Manor
  • Sommerset Retirement Community
Home Care Sterling, VA

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.

In-Home Care Sterling, VA

Taking the First Step with Always Best Care

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

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A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive

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Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider

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

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

At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Sterling, VA 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.

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Best Of 2025: Ravel Dance Company Celebrated For Nutcracker Tradition In Sterling

"Thank you for never giving up on the dream of bringing this tradition back to Reston."Sterling, VA — Every community has its bright spots — the neighbors, businesses and local favorites that make it feel like home. As 2025 comes to a close, Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter in Sterling through our Best of 2025 series.This story was submitted by Robert George, who nominated Ravel Dance Company. To share your own Best of 2025 no...

"Thank you for never giving up on the dream of bringing this tradition back to Reston."

Sterling, VA — Every community has its bright spots — the neighbors, businesses and local favorites that make it feel like home. As 2025 comes to a close, Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter in Sterling through our Best of 2025 series.

This story was submitted by Robert George, who nominated Ravel Dance Company. To share your own Best of 2025 nomination, click here to answer a few questions, and we’ll take it from there.

Who or what are you nominating for Best of 2025?

Ravel Dance Company

How did this person, place or experience make a difference in your life or community this year?

The company had 140 students perform their Nutcracker ballet at Capital One Hall and the Reston Community Center Stage influencing the lives of these performers through this experience and spreading joy to the local community of audience members.

What would you like everyone in town to know about your nominee?

Their Nutcracker ballet has been in the making for nearly 20 years. It takes a great deal of time to build a ballet. This year they have arrived as one of the premiere productions with extravagant costumes and elaborate sets not to mentioned polished choreography.

If you could tell them one thing, what would it be?

Thank you for never giving up on the dream of bringing this tradition back to Reston.

What’s something you love most about your town or community?

The Reston Community Center offers so much to so many from the performing arts with dance and the Reston orchestra to the many activities and classes.

We want to hear from you, too! Is there a restaurant, a contractor, a business, a person — even a place — that’s your pick for Best of 2025? Click here to answer a few questions, and your story could be featured on Patch.

This content is brought to our community in partnership with T-Mobile.

White Substance Growth On Food: Ashburn, Sterling Restaurant Inspections

Loudoun County health inspectors found a white substance on food, sandwiches with mold, a dirty ice machine and more during recent visits.ASHBURN, VA — Numerous restaurants in the Ashburn and Sterling area recorded violations during recent health department inspections so far in December.Violations at restaurants typically focus on factors that can contribute to food contamination. The local health department can also perform a re-inspection to ensure that possible violations have been corrected. For every observed viol...

Loudoun County health inspectors found a white substance on food, sandwiches with mold, a dirty ice machine and more during recent visits.

ASHBURN, VA — Numerous restaurants in the Ashburn and Sterling area recorded violations during recent health department inspections so far in December.

Violations at restaurants typically focus on factors that can contribute to food contamination. The local health department can also perform a re-inspection to ensure that possible violations have been corrected. For every observed violation, the inspector provides a specific corrective action that can be completed to rectify the violation.

Sometimes these are simple, and violations can be corrected during the course of the inspection. Some common violations may include foods hot holding or cold holding at improper temperatures, foods without dates marked, and sanitizer with improper amounts.

Here are restaurant inspection results in and around Ashburn and Sterling in December from the Loudoun County Health Department. Notable violations included debris inside the ice machine at King Pollo, expired food at Moon Lounge, white substance growth on food at a Subway, a fuzzy mold-like substance on sandwiches at Rahama African Restaurant.

All recent reports in Ashburn and Sterling are listed below.

Sushi Cho: 22000 Dulles Retail Plaza 100 Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 9 (pre-opening)

Violations: No violations found. Food Establishment Permit issued on 12/9/2025.

DC Prime Steakhouse: 20120 Lakeview Center Plaza Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

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Kokee Tea Cafe: 42795 Generation Dr #150 Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspection: Dec. 8

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Chopathi India Kitchen: 42840 Creek View Plaza #100 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

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My Home Thai Bistro II: 19890 Belmont Chase Dr #185 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

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Five Guys Burgers & Fries: 44650 Waxpool Rd Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

Violations: No violations found.

Viet Fire Kitchen: 44650 Waxpool Rd #125 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

Violations: No violations. The person in charge has deep cleaned the floors and the facility is much cleaner, very little grease/dirt on floors. Saw no evidence of roaches in facility and they have closed the small hole under the three-compartment. Pest control is scheduled to come out every month.

Greek Unique: 44632 Guilford Drive #107 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

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Bubblebee x Ramen: 43330 Junction Plaza #192 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

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King Pollo: 22330 S. Sterling Blvd #113 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Dec. 8

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HHMI Main Kitchen: 19700 Helix Drive Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 8

Violations: No violations found. Routine inspection. Facility is clean, well-organized, and all temperatures tested were in range.

Moon Lounge: 20921 Davenport Dr #111 Sterling, VA 20165

Last inspection: Dec. 5

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MOD Pizza: 19855 Belmont Chase Dr #125 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 5

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Extreme Pita: 1 Saarinen Circle, Sterling, VA, USA Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 5

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Mona's Lebanese Cafe / Guilford Station Arts Club: 1006 Ruritan Circle Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Dec. 5

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Freshii Restaurant B60: 1 Saarinen Cir Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 5

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Last inspection: Dec. 5

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Chick-Fil-A Sugarland Crossing: 46920 Community Plaza Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Dec. 5

Violations: No violations found.

Auntie Anne's SRU: 1 Saarinen Cir Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 4

Violations: No violations found. First routine inspection. Facility receives fresh deliveries of pretzels from main kitchen multiple times per day. Items come individually wrapped and are transported in sealed hot-holding bags. TCS pretzels held hot over 135F but are discarded after 4 hours for quality. All ware washing and sanitizing is performed at main kitchen. Sanitizer bucket kept on site for countertops and non-food contact surfaces.

Subway: 21950 Cascades Parkway Sterling, VA 20165

Last inspection: Dec. 4

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YamaChen's Sushi: 46515 Leesburg Pike 170 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Dec. 4

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Follow up visit conducted to ensure compliance with the following: plumbing installed and maintained - hand sink at the ladies' room observed with proper drainage system in place / no water collected after continuous flow from the faucet.

Capitol Grounds Coffee (Terminal B): 1 Saarinen Cir Concourse B Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 4

Violations: No violations found. Routine inspection. Facility is clean, well-organized, and all temperatures were in range. Immediately cease storing knives in crevices of prep unit during use.

Subway Concourse C: 1 Saarinen Cir Concourse B Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 4

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Potbelly Sandwich Shop D14: Dulles AIrport Terminal D Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 4

Violations: No violations found. Routine inspection. Discussed proper thawing of TCS items for cold holding. Remove "Y" style fixture from mop sink when not in use.

Local Provisions: 46286 Cranston Street Sterling, VA 20165

Last inspection: Dec. 4

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T Zone Dessert Bar: 21015 Pigeon Dr #110 Sterling, VA 20165

Last inspection: Dec. 4

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Blend Coffee Bar: 43170 Southern Walk Plaza #120 Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspection: Dec. 3

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EFESUS Mediterranean Cafe: 20937 Ashburn, Rd #125 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 3

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Benihana: 21089 Dulles Town Circle Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 3

Violations: No violations found. The purpose of today's inspection is to inspect the dining hibachi tables after discharge of fire suppressant system in hoods. Fire Marshal already conducted inspection of hood and was approved.EHS inspected tables, and surrounding areas, and all traces of K2 discharge are cleaned up. Facility is able to resume food service operation at affected tables.

Texas Roadhouse: 19990 Riverside Commons Plaza Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 3

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Authors Best - Selling Ice Creams: 44933 George Washington Blvd #150 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Casa Mia Mexican Restaurant: 21430 Cedar Drive, Sterling, VA, USA 122-124 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Rahama African Restaurant: 45665 W Church Rd #103 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Thaitan Thai Cuisine: 43670 Greenway Corporate Dr #102 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Nick's Taverna: 42395 Ryan Rd #130 Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Tropical Smoothie Cafe VA 12: 20598 East Hampton Plaza Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Chuy's: 21365 Epicerie Plaza Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Los Toltecos of Sterling: 21100 Dulles Town Cir #150 Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Dec. 2

Violations: No violations found. This was a follow up to routine inspection conducted on 11/19/25. Item 12VAC5-421-1530 has been corrected.

SR Coffee Co: 43330 Junction Plaza #110 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Dec. 2

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Live Roaches, Mold-Like Substance: Ashburn, Sterling Restaurant Inspections

Loudoun County health inspectors found live roaches, a substance suspected to have mold, flies under a sink and more during recent visits.ASHBURN, VA — Numerous restaurants in the Ashburn and Sterling area recorded violations during recent health department inspections in November. A few had pest-related violations involving roaches and flies.Violations at restaurants typically focus on factors that can contribute to food contamination. The local health department can also perform a re-inspection to ensure that possible...

Loudoun County health inspectors found live roaches, a substance suspected to have mold, flies under a sink and more during recent visits.

ASHBURN, VA — Numerous restaurants in the Ashburn and Sterling area recorded violations during recent health department inspections in November. A few had pest-related violations involving roaches and flies.

Violations at restaurants typically focus on factors that can contribute to food contamination. The local health department can also perform a re-inspection to ensure that possible violations have been corrected. For every observed violation, the inspector provides a specific corrective action that can be completed to rectify the violation.

Sometimes these are simple, and violations can be corrected during the course of the inspection. Some common violations may include foods hot holding or cold holding at improper temperatures, foods without dates marked, and sanitizer with improper amounts.

Here are restaurant inspection results in and around Ashburn and Sterling in October from the Loudoun County Health Department. Notable violations included a substance containing potential mold growth at Banjara Flavors Of India, flies beneath a sink at Rais Pizza, residue in the ice machine at Route 7 Brewing Co, and live roaches at Viet Fire Kitchen.

All recent reports in Ashburn and Sterling are listed below.

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Yen's Kitchen & Sushi Bar: 44640 Waxpool Rd #100 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 12

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Subway: 43150 Broadlands Center Plaza #116 Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspection: Nov. 12

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Ashby Ponds- Cherry Blossom Square -1912 Restaurant: 44735 Audobon Sq Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 12

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Raunaq Mela: 45250 Catalina Ct Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Nov. 12

Violations: This is a follow-up to the routine inspection conducted on 10/30/25. item 12VAC5-421-860.8 has been corrected. The walk-in cooler temperature was observed at 40F at the time of inspection.

McDonalds: 43345 Junction Plaza Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 12

Violations: No violations found. EHS discussed with the person-in charge about the frequency of cleaning the drink, juice, and coffee nozzles. In addition, back-flow prevention devices were discussed with options concerning the mop service sink being under continuous pressure with two-hoses connected by a V-device.

Mehfil Restaurant and Banquet: 21015 Pigeon Dr 150 Sterling, VA 20165

Last inspection: Nov. 12

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Akira Japenese Restaurant: 20035 Ashbrook Common Plaza #176 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 12

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Baba's Restro & Bar: 43330 Junction Plaza #190 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 12

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Bojangles: 46160 Potomac Run Plaza Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 10

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Cha Street Food: 45633 Dulles Eastern Plaza 100 Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Nov. 10

Violations: No violations found. Person in charge completed necessary repairs and demonstrated hand washing sink' water temperature capable of reaching up to 110F.

Senor Tequila's of Ashburn: 43750 Central Station Dr #100 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 10

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Banjara Flavors Of India: 44050 Ashburn Shopping Plaza #191 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 10

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Delicioso: 45665 W. Church Rd #112 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 7

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Comida Latina Catering: 87 Sugarland Run Dr Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 7

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Rais Pizza: 21430 Cedar Dr #128 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 7

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Rais Pour House: 21430 Cedar Dr #128 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 7

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Yummy Shawarma: 42882 Truro Parish Dr #103 Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspection: Nov. 7

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Chopsticks House: 46900 Cedar Lake Plaza #140 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 7

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Pharaoh's Cafe: 46000 Old Ox Rd #107 Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Nov. 6

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The Munch Yard: 44488 Potter Terrace Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 6

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Last inspection: Nov. 6

Violations: No violations found. Performed an inspection after a fire. There was a small fire with one of the fryers. They discharged a fire extinguisher to the fryer. There was a small grease leak under that led to the fire. They discarded all of the food and single use items that were near the fryer and washed all of the dishes and utensils. They are removing the fryer that caught fire. There was a small amount of fire extinguisher discharge behind the fryer that was mopped up. All other areas were cleaned. They are able to reopen.

Honey Pig Korean BBQ: 43330 Junction Plaza 180 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 6

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Route 7 Brewing Co: 20051 Riverside Commons Plz #148 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 6

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Poke Sushi Bowl: 21435 Epicerie Plaza #180 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 6

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& Pizza, (Terminal B71): 1 Saarinen Cir Concourse B Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Nov. 6

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Bracket Room: 1 Saarinen Cir Concourse B Dulles, VA 20166

Last inspection: Nov. 6

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Juleps Kentucky Tavern: 43781 Central Station Dr #150 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 6 (pre-opening)

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The purpose of today's visit is to conduct a pre-opening inspection.Permit is not issued at this time. Facility is in need of correcting the following:

Dairy Queen: 44050 Ashburn Shopping Plaza #183 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 6

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Viet Fire Kitchen: 44650 Waxpool Rd #125 Ashburn, VA 20147

Last inspection: Nov. 5

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Cafe Opera: 42882 Truro Parish Dr #104 Ashburn, VA 20148

Last inspection: Nov. 5

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Super Chicken Sterling Inc: 45591 Dulles Eastern Plaza #194 Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Nov. 5

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Siam Spice Thai Cuisine: 22330 S Sterling Blvd #A129 Sterling, VA 20164

Last inspection: Nov. 5

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Life Time - Life Cafe: 44610 Prentice Dr Sterling, VA 20166

Last inspection: Nov. 5

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323 DHABA Express: 20800 Pigeon Hill Dr #140 Sterling, VA 20165

Last inspection: Nov. 5 (pre-opening)

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