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Given the choice, most of us want to stay in our homes. Sometimes, people need help to remain at home. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.

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“Our family can't say enough about Always Best Care and taking care of our Dad these past months. The caregivers are angels and so thoughtful and attentive to our Dad. He could be grouchy at times, and they were so patient with him. As his health degraded, the caregiver staff was rotated to accommodate his changing needs and we seemed to have just the right person for the right stage. He really bonded with several and looked forward to seeing them each day. Thank you so much for all your support we could not have done this without you.”

Tracy F.
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“Always Best Care has been a God-send for us. The staff is so kind and our in home caregiver, Annie, is amazing and such a tremendous help! I’m not sure that she isn’t part angel!”

Susan S.
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“When you think of the words compassionate and dependable, I think of Sarah and Phil at Always Best Care Senior Services. Their services are the best!”

Sharon M.
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“I have been in healthcare for over 15 years. I’ve owned business in Home Care specifically and cared for many families. I understand what it’s like to run a business in this industry. I have to say Sarah Diener the owner of this agency is a strong example of what true leadership looks like! I have witnessed her during this snow front and bitter cold temps continue to pick her staff up and bring them to work over and over again so that they don’t miss the opportunity to earn money and so that our seniors in her community do not go without care! This is what dedication looks like!! Thank you to Always Best Care Greater Lexington for leading by example and showing others what strong leadership truly is! Your clients and staff are so lucky to have you!”

Jennifer R.
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“I was very pleased with the conscientious service provided by Always Best Care and the excellent care provided to my father by its caregivers. The company was flexible and responsive to our rapidly changing needs. The caregivers showed genuine compassion and concern for my father in addition to providing excellent care. We have had to move my father to skilled nursing now due to his condition, but Always Best Care was essential in helping us through the transition. I highly recommend Always Best Care.”

Dean P.
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“I have been in the healthcare industry for almost 6 years now, and I have never came across a company like Always Best Care. They truly care about their clients and their staff. Everyone in the office is kind, respectful, and dependable. This company gave me a chance to explore my future into healthcare giving me a higher position as a Lead Caregiver, and I am very grateful for it! I would definitely give this company 5 stars in every aspect.”

alanna C.
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“Thank you for caring for my MIL! She has always been very capable & independent. What could have been a tough transition to accepting ‘help’ in her home was actually very smooth. We are greatly comforted by her updates about how well she gets along with her caregiver. It’s true companionship in addition to the care she needs. We are grateful for the consistency of a caregiver that truly cares.”

Elise M.
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“When I needed extra support and companionship for my mother, Always Best Care was there. Their team was able to quickly provide caregivers that were engaging and truly care about my Mom. This has provided great peace of mind. Their App is a wonderful mechanism to help keep me informed on the details of each visit.”

Charlene J.
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“The people at Always Best Care are caring and they are always there for their clients the owners Phil and Sarah are wonderful people to work for I would suggest their care for your loved ones and family God Bless”

Larry K.
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“I have been in the healthcare industry for about 5 years now, working for Always Best Care as a Lead Caregiver has truly been a great experience. The staff and patients are amazing to work with. Being a Lead Caregiver for Always Best Care has truly been amazing.Thank You”

Santanise C.
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“ABC has provided in-home care for my mother for the past ten months. We appreciate how the team at ABC worked to find the right personality and skill fit for our needs and schedule. The team is both caring and responsive. In addition, the management team has consistently followed up to ensure that ABC is meeting or exceeding expectations. ABC is a quality organization with quality and personable staff.”

Alan A.
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“Always Best Care goes above and beyond for their clients and families needs to satisfy their needs of home care..They are exceptional people to work with and work for..everybody is wonderful.”

Lara H.
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“I was very pleased with the conscientious service provided by Always Best Care and the excellent care provided to my father by its caregivers. The company was flexible and responsive to our rapidly changing needs. The caregivers showed genuine compassion and concern for my father in addition to providing excellent care. We have had to move my father to skilled nursing now due to his condition, but Always Best Care was essential in helping us through the transition. I highly recommend Always Best Care.”

Dean P.
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“We contacted ABC to help my then 94 year-old mother with her activities of daily living and meals. We have been very pleased with the quality of the services delivered by the ABC staff. As a result, I have had the opportunity to refer some of my primary care patients to ABC for their care needs and have received nothing but positive feedback. I plan on using ABC going forward both for my mother and for my patients with similar needs." Dr. Barry Schumer”

Barry S.
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“Always Best Care has done an excellent job providing care for our family. The caregivers are well trained and do a wonderful job. This company makes sure the shifts are covered and that we are comfortable with the caregivers. They are responsive to requests and have gone above and beyond when needed!”

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“Your caregivers were polite, professional and taught us many techniques to keep our father comfortable. We are forever grateful for your services. In times of need, when you need support, we are reminded there are angels on earth. Always Best Care was exactly that! Thank you!”

LD
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“Bruce was awesome! When I was looking for care he let me know very quickly that they could accommodate what we needed! When we got back from the hospital the caregivers and supervisors were there to make sure we were comfortable and that needs were met.”

J.C
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“I have been in healthcare for over 15 years. I’ve owned business in Home Care specifically and cared for many families. I understand what it’s like to run a business in this industry. I have to say Sarah Diener the owner of this agency is a strong example of what true leadership looks like! I have witnessed her during this snow front and bitter cold temps continue to pick her staff up and bring them to work over and over again so that they don’t miss the opportunity to earn money and so that our seniors in her community do not go without care! This is what dedication looks like!! Thank you to Always Best Care Greater Lexington for leading by example and showing others what strong leadership truly is! Your clients and staff are so lucky to have you!”

Jennifer R.
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“My mother is a client of Always Best Care. I cannot say enough about the outstanding care she is receiving. It has been a game changer. Her caregiver provides exactly the type of help, support and companionship my mom needs. Her quality of life has improved dramatically. The entire team is responsive, compassionate and total professionals. So grateful!”

Susan S.
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“I can only say exceptional things about this company. They gave me good means of employment when I needed it. Sara was fair in all things. Maintaining good atmosphere for the clients and patients. It was a joy to work for this company!”

Karen S.
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“Highly recommend Always Best Care of Lexington. Excellent in home senior care service!”

Matt R.
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“Sarah and Phil are amazing people to work for. They care about their clients and caregivers and go above and beyond to do whatever they can for anyone. They are a true blessing to the senior community.”

Ashley L.
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“I would definitely recommend Always Best Care. They are all about meeting everyone’s need, from the clients and their families to the caregivers.”

Nyisha O.
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“I love working here! They work with your schedule and they always give you extra reward possibilities! Always Best Care is over all a great place!”

Shelby D.
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“I needed help with everything and they helped me. They helped me get out of bed. Some of the caregivers were really young.”

Susan B.
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“I would definitely recommend Always Best Care. They are all about meeting everyone’s need, from the clients and their families to the caregivers.”

Nyisha T.
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“They have been able to provide for the exact shifts and got the consistent care that we require. I thought the original interview process was thorough and professional.”

Beatrice S.
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“I love working here! They work with your schedule and they always give you extra reward possibilities! Always Best Care is over all a great place!”

Shelby D.
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“I love working here! They work with your schedule and they always give you extra reward possibilities! Always Best Care is over all a great place!”

Shelby H.
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“The owners and employees at best care are very knowledgeable and passionate. They will help you find the best solution for caring for your family!”

Bre T.
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“As an employee in a Lexington senior housing community, I greatly appreciate the work Always Best Care is doing for seniors in the Lexington! Although I have not personally used their services, I value how hardworking and professional their staff are. Keep up the good work!”

Nisa B.
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“We also receive wonderful reviews via cards and emails. Call us if we can help.”

Phil M.
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“I am using Always Best Care of Lexington for my parents. The caregiver has done very well. She was experienced with the situation that my parents are in, in that they're elderly and sick but want to stay at home. Her personality just matched with my parents, which made them feel less apprehensive about bringing someone in that they didn't know and caused them to adjust pretty quickly. We were surprised. She comes twice a week. She cooks some, she does all the tasks listed as far as cleaning their bathrooms, doing the dishes and laundry, preparing the meals, and taking out the trash. She also provides companionship. She will listen to my mother and have conversations with them. The owners have been absolutely wonderful and personable, and they can relate because of their personal situations.”

Victorina O.
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“I can not say enough about you and your staff, they were extremely professional, loving, and caring”

Shawn B.
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“Phil and Sarah are hyper-knowledgeable in their field. They strive to hire and keep the best care givers in order to give the best possible service to their customers.”

Eric W.
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“I come across a lot of home care owners. Working with Phil and his partner Sarah was amazing. These are 2 human beings that are totally committed to serving their clients at a very high level. Look at how many positive reviews are on their page..there is a reason for that. These 2 are top notch in what they do. If you are considering home care for you or a loved one, call this team at Always Best Care and you will not be disappointed. They will bend over backwards to make sure that your needs are met...and then some!”

Gregg M.
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“I have used this service for several weeks and have been very pleased. Sarah and Philip are wonderful caring people and I felt very comfortable with all the staff that came and stayed with my mother. It was a very upsetting time for our family when my mother became unable to care for herself. Sarah and Philip assured me everything would be fine and it was. I felt confident in their team, and it made me feel at ease while I was at work knowing that their well trained staff were taking care of her. I really don’t know how we would’ve gotten through that time without Always best care. Thank you!”

Wendy R.
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“Always Best Care of Lexington really cares about their clients and their caregivers. They always take the client's needs into consideration and work very hard to make sure they have the best care possible. Sarah and Phil believe in their mission to help seniors stay in their home as long as possible and are always willing to go the extra mile to get the job done.”

Genean R.
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“Great place to care for your loved ones.”

brandy A.
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“Always Best Care has provided me with assistance in achieving my ADls. Thus allowing me to stay in my own home. They are very dependable, hard workers and make sure the patient needs are met and are safe. I would recommend Always Best Care to anyone. They also a great company for care for anyone needing non medical services. My husband and I have enjoyed and appreciated all of their help.”

Judy H.
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“ABC is a well managed, very reliable company. The agency responded quickly to our requests and changes. The caregivers were always on time and were helpful and cheerful. If a caregiver couldn't make it, the company always found a replacement.”

Al W.
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“Always Best Care is a very caring, compassionate, exceptional personal care business. Day after day, we help our clients by being there for them anytime day or night. We strive to give our clients unconditional love and exceptional care for them. I believe we do an excellent job each and every day! ❤❤❤”

Leigh A.
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“I have used this service for several weeks and have been very pleased. Sarah and Philip are wonderful caring people and I felt very comfortable with all the staff that came and stayed with my mother. It was a very upsetting time for our family when my mother became unable to care for herself. Sarah and Philip assured me everything would be fine and it was. I felt confident in their team, and it made me feel at ease while I was at work knowing that their well trained staff were taking care of her. I really don’t know how we would’ve gotten through that time without Always best care. Thank you!”

Susie C.
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“I highly recommend Always Best Care for your in-home care for your loved ones. They have a very dedicated staff of care givers who will provide excellent care for your loved ones.”

mark S.
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“Amazing place to work and great staff who strive to better the lives of their clients!”

Sarah H.
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“Great team!I'm so happy to be a part of it!!Everyone is so amazing!”

Bobbie W.
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“Finding the right person to care for your loved one is a big decision. Always Best Care is the right choice. Phil and Sarah are dedicated to caring for your loved one and they have an amazing staff.”

Gwyn E.
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“These folks are very professional and as their name says they really do always put your best care first. They will help you find the right solution to meet your needs.”

Shawn R.
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“Selecting just the right people to care for those you love when you can't be there can be tricky, but Always Best Care does a great job and is committed to providing you and your family compassionate care. The owners and staff have a passion for seniors and their kindness and commitment to quality demonstrates their high standards for care.”

Katie T.
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“I highly recommend Always Best Care of Greater Lexington for your non-medical home care or assisted living placement needs. The owners, Phil and Sarah, are fabulous people and they have built a team around them that provides top-quality care. They take a very personal approach with their clients and caregivers, creating a true synergy for their clients, clients’ families and caregiving team.”

Will O.
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“I would absolutely recommend Always Best Senior Care. I’ve known Sarah and Phil for a long time, and their business and care operates at an exceptional level!”

Caron W.
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“Always Best Care is the best caregiving company I have ever known or been associated with during all my years. They are always there for their Clients, Employees and Caregivers. It is a company that goes over and beyond to carry out any needs for the Clients and/or Caregivers. They hire well trained, compassionate, caring, loving caregivers. If you are looking for this kind of care for a family member, yourself or even a friend, Always Best Care of Lexington is the right choice. Believe me, you will be glad you chose them!”

Leigh A.
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“Always Best Care has continually provided exemplary services to our residents and given much peace of mind to their families as well. They have always made themselves available to accommodate the needs of our residents at any time we have requested their services. Their team of caregivers are wonderful and the management is always so easy to work with us as a team. I highly recommend Always Best Care for you and/or your loved ones!”

Dana P.
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“Absolutely love working for Always Best Care! When I stared with them I had mentioned to Sarah about one day owning my own business. She remembered that and after working with them for 4 short months she and Phil gave me a great opportunity to come join them in their office. Sarah is by far the best boss I have ever worked for. Sarah and Phil are both very friendly, kind, and have a real passion for Senior Services. Love them and love my job. Thanks you all.”

sheyla E.
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“Phil and Sarah are a professional team, each of whom have outstanding skills to care for the client. But those skills are coupled with huge hearts for their client's needs. Talk to them!”

Chris C.
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“I'm so happy to be a part of such an Amazing team!Everyone is too sweet!!Wonderful place to work.”

B.j. W.
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“I’ve been running a home care agency for 7 years now, so I’ve seen all kinds of agency operators over the years. Sarah and Phil impress me because they are driven to deliver excellent service above all. They have invested time and effort to learn the best practices. It is nice to see their efforts paying off, as they are growing quickly and serving more clients. I am confident in their ability deliver the care the their clients deserve. Highly recommended.”

Nate R.
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“Amazing place to work and great staff who strive to better the lives of their clients!”

Sarah H.
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“I am using Always Best Care of Lexington for my parents. The caregiver has done very well. She was experienced with the situation that my parents are in, in that they're elderly and sick but want to stay at home. Her personality just matched with my parents, which made them feel less apprehensive about bringing someone in that they didn't know and caused them to adjust pretty quickly. We were surprised. She comes twice a week. She cooks some, she does all the tasks listed as far as cleaning their bathrooms, doing the dishes and laundry, preparing the meals, and taking out the trash. She also provides companionship. She will listen to my mother and have conversations with them. The owners have been absolutely wonderful and personable, and they can relate because of their personal situations.”

Kim
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“Phil and staff are so wonderful at helping to navigate where and how the next steps should be taken . Highly Recommend Cheryl Baker”

Cheryl B.
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“Very positive experience with ABC. Live out of town and they took a call at 9:30 p.m. to help pick up my mother from an unexpected trip to the hospital. Great response to confirmation of future appointments and very friendly staff. Highly recommend.”

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“I love the girls that come out to take of .y husband, they are so caring and they even make me feel better! Love Miss Sarah, she is so in tune to our needs, cant say enough good about this company, have told all Jeff's doctors that if they know a vet who needs a caregiver to be sure and use this agency!”

Janice R.
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“Amazing place to work and great staff who strive to better the lives of their clients!”

Purple W.
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“Amazing place to work and great staff who strive to better the lives of their clients!”

sarah A.
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“I highly recommend Always Best Care of Greater Lexington for your non-medical home care or assisted living placement needs. The owners, Phil and Sarah, are fabulous people and they have built a team around them that provides top-quality care. They take a very personal approach with their clients and caregivers, creating a true synergy for their clients, clients’ families and caregiving team.”

WillO.
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“Always Best Care lives up to their name. My first call to them inquiring about their company had them in my home within two hours to answer questions and set up a care program for showering and other activities of daily living. The home aides they have provided have been observant and caring. Providing care when needed but also encouraging me to do for myself when possible. The agency has been helpful in providing paperwork and invoices for me to send to our insurance company.”

Sue S.
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“I highly, highly recommend this company if you're considering in home care in Lexington KY for a parent or loved one. The caregivers, the office staff, you name it - they are all exceptional. If you or an elderly relative, friend, neighbor, etc. are in need of assistance at home, do not hesitate to contact Always Best Care Senior Services. Your mind will be at ease knowing that the person you care for is in excellent hands and receiving top notch care!!”

Carrie W.
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“I have been friends with Sarah (the owner) for over 20 years and worked with her professionally for over 7 years. She is committed to excellence and integrity in all she does. She has a genuine caring for people and it will be apparent in the service her company provides.”

Michael W.
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How does In-home Senior Care in Paris, KY work?

Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it's especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age. When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.

The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.

At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one ages, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.

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Aging in Place: The Preferred Choice for Most Seniors

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

In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a unfamiliar assisted living community, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.

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

Comfort
Comfort

How much does a senior's home truly mean to them? A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old. With the help of elderly care in Paris, KY, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.

Healthy Living
Healthy Living

Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors. Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.

Independence
Independence

For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like an assisted living community. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.

Cost and Convenience
Cost and Convenience

More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, can be less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.

With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care in Paris, KY gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.

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Affordable Care Plans

In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.

Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.

At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.

In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:

Veteran's Benefits
Veteran's Benefits

Attendance and aid benefits through military service can cover a portion of the costs associated with in-home care for veterans and their spouses.

Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance

Many senior care services like in-home care are included in long-term care insurance options. Research different long-term care solutions to find a plan that provides coverage for senior care.

Private Insurance
Private Insurance

Home care can be included as part of a senior's private insurance plan. Read over your loved one's insurance policy carefully or speak with their insurance provider to determine if in-home care is covered.

Life Insurance
Life Insurance

Depending on the life insurance plan, you may be able to apply your policy toward long-term care. You may be able to use long-term-care coverage to help pay for in-home elderly care.


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During your Care Plan consultation with Always Best Care, your Care Coordinator will speak with you about in-home care costs and what options there may be to help meet your budget needs.

Compassionate Care. Trusted Caregivers

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

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

At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Paris,KY understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.

Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.

Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.

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Taking the First Step with Always Best Care

The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:

An assessment of your senior loved one

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An in-depth discussion of the needs of your senior loved one to remain in their own home

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Reviewing a detailed Care Plan that will meet your senior loved one's needs

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

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

When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.

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Stepping Stone Farm in Paris holds its first Kentucky Strawberry Festival

PARIS, Ky. — Stepping Stone Farm was busy during day one of its two-day strawberry festival, the first of its kind at the farm. The owners were pleasantly surprised with the turn out.What You Need To Know Mother and daughter Janet and Angela Lipscomb were among those in attendance and had the opportunity to partake in an activity that they used to enjoy when Angela was a child.“In the summer as a kid, we used to go out and go strawberry picking or apple picking, we’d go to the pumpkin ...

PARIS, Ky. — Stepping Stone Farm was busy during day one of its two-day strawberry festival, the first of its kind at the farm. The owners were pleasantly surprised with the turn out.

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Mother and daughter Janet and Angela Lipscomb were among those in attendance and had the opportunity to partake in an activity that they used to enjoy when Angela was a child.

“In the summer as a kid, we used to go out and go strawberry picking or apple picking, we’d go to the pumpkin patch,” said Angela. “So we are used to being out and about and doing things in the fields and stuff.”

Over time, it became difficult to find places to go strawberry picking.

“As I got older, all of the strawberry patches started closing and strawberries are probably my favorite fruit and there’s nothing better than a ripe, fresh strawberry,” said Angela.

Angela and her mother were excited when they learned that Stepping Stone Farm was hosting its first Kentucky Strawberry Festival, and they said that the overall experience was a positive one.

“I’m super pleased to see all of the activity,” said Janet. “I think it’s being well run. There are lots of people, easy to tell that they’re workers here because they have on the pink shirts if you have any questions. I think it’s great!”

Some of the activities included shopping at 30 craft or boutique vendors, a large playground for children, and strawberry picking. Because of the popularity of the event, the ‘U-Pick’ portion had to be closed down, which is a testament to the event’s success. It will remain closed on Sunday as well.

“When I got here this morning I started tearing up because this is just a dream and today… it’s just fantastic what is going on,” said Ally Vallandingham, one of the farm’s co-owners.

Vallandingham owns the farm along with her brother and sister-in-law.

“1790 is when our ancestors first settled here, actually right over the border in Harrison county,” said Vallandingham.

Last year was the first year that the farm was opened as an orchard.

Participating in its first strawberry festival to show their support is something that Angela was happy to do.

“I love the fact that this is a family-owned business that we can support instead of a big company or corporation, so putting money back into the local economy is fabulous,” said Angela.

Ultimately, getting to spend time with loved ones is what the family-oriented event is all about.

“I think it’s fun that we have been able to maintain a relationship and we still do things together,” said Janet about her daughter.

That is a sentiment that Angela also shares.

“Just being able to continue the things that are such bright spots from my childhood is a lot of fun,” said Angela.

This is a tradition that the Lipscombs are looking forward to continuing, and with the success of the festival, Vallandingham hopes to make this an annual event.

The festival will continue Sunday, May 28 starting at 12 p.m. It will include a jam competition with celebrity judges taste-testing the different jams that are entered. Among those who are judging will be Miss Kentucky. The competition begins at 1 p.m. and anyone interested in participating can enter all the way until the beginning of the competition.

Park Honoring Secretariat to be Built in Paris, KY

A life-size bronze sculpture of Secretariat running in the field at the legendary Claiborne Farm—along with a three-story mural of him winning the 1973 Kentucky Derby—are the centerpieces of a new park planned on Main Street in downtown Paris, Kentucky to mark the 50th anniversary of the thoroughbred's storied Triple Crown Run.Details of the project were announced today by a group of Bourbon County citizens and the Hancock family of Claiborne Farm. The project is a long-time dream for the community where Secretariat lived ...

A life-size bronze sculpture of Secretariat running in the field at the legendary Claiborne Farm—along with a three-story mural of him winning the 1973 Kentucky Derby—are the centerpieces of a new park planned on Main Street in downtown Paris, Kentucky to mark the 50th anniversary of the thoroughbred's storied Triple Crown Run.

Details of the project were announced today by a group of Bourbon County citizens and the Hancock family of Claiborne Farm. The project is a long-time dream for the community where Secretariat lived most of his life and where he is buried.

The park is an homage to Secretariat's career as the most famous thoroughbred in history. The project will be completed on November 11, 2023—exactly 50 years after Secretariat arrived at Claiborne Farm for his breeding career.

"Secretariat will forever have a lasting influence on Claiborne Farm for many reasons," said Walker Hancock, president of Claiborne. "It is wonderful that people from all around the globe can visit our town with this initiative being a great way to further memorialize a sports legend."

The project is privately funded by local citizens and businesses, with Claiborne Farm as the presenting sponsor.

"Secretariat is the most famous racehorse of all time—and, for many people, the only thoroughbred whose name is known worldwide," said photographer Bobby Shiflet, owner of Frames on Main Gallery in Paris and a member of the committee planning the project. "We are creating this park to honor this hometown legend—and to have a place on Main Street for people to learn about Secretariat for generations to come."

Blue Grass Federal Offers Community Challenge Grant

Blue Grass Federal, based in Paris, has announced a community challenge grant for the project. Blue Grass will donate $25,000 to the project and will match other donors, dollar for dollar, up to an additional $25,000. People who wish to donate and have their dollars doubled may send donations to The Secretariat Park Foundation, PO Box 8, Paris, Ky. 40362.

"Blue Grass Federal is so proud to make this commitment to our Paris-Bourbon County community," said Blue Grass Federal President & CEO Shanda Smith. "As the local downtown bank, we're excited about the opportunity to help our community thrive by supporting this important legacy project that will draw additional visitors and attention to our special hometown."

"We hope everyone will consider making a donation of any size," Smith added. "Working together, we can further revitalize downtown Paris."

Secretariat Park, at 525 Main Street, will be transformed into a green garden with lush landscaping, benches and accent lighting. The centerpiece is a life-sized bronze of Secretariat romping in the field.

The artist is Jocelyn Russell of Washington state, who also sculpted the bronze of Secretariat in Lexington, Ky. The Paris sculpture will be different from other Secretariat sculptures because it depicts him at Claiborne, where he lived from 1973 to his death in 1989, rather than racing. Russell's inspiration for the bronze is a photo taken by the celebrated thoroughbred photographer Tony Leonard.

The park also includes a three-story mural of Secretariat winning the Derby by celebrated Kentucky equine artist Jaime Corum.

It will be painted on the side of the former 1933 Baldwin Hotel, which has been historically renovated.

Work on the mural begins in October. The redesigned park and the bronze will be completed late next year, on Nov. 11, 2023—exactly 50 years to the day Secretariat arrived at Claiborne for his breeding career.

The project is part of a broader effort to redevelop downtown Paris, the entirety of which is on the National Register of Historic Places. In recent years, numerous Main Street buildings have been renovated and new businesses have opened.

All individuals or businesses who contribute $100 or more will be recognized at the park.

The Secretariat Park Foundation is a non-profit organization, and all donations are tax-deductible.

People can follow the park's progress on Facebook and Instagram (@SecretariatParkInc)

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For stallions that stand, will stand, or stood (deceased/pensioned) in the selected region and have runners in North America. Exported sires are excluded. Listed below are all available Northern Hemisphere statistics through August 20, 2023. As supplied to BloodHorse by The Jockey Club Information Systems, Inc., earnings include adjusted money from Japan and Hong Kong. For example, the North American average earnings per starter in 2022 was $30,508 or 73% of the 2022 average earnings per starter in Japan. To put 2023 earnings on par, all Japanese progeny earnings are multiplied by 73% before being credited to a sire's progeny earnings. For 2023, Hong Kong earnings are adjusted by 17%. Current year stakes winners include all N.H.-foaled black-type stakes winners worldwide. *Foal counts include Southern Hemisphere. Cumulative stakes winners include all countries. The columns represent the following: Rnrs = number of runners or starters; Wnrs = number of winners; BTWnrs = number of black-type stakes winners; BTHrs = number of black-type stakes horses, which include runners that won or placed in a stakes; GSWnrs = graded/group stakes winners; and G1SWnrs = grade/group 1 winners; AWD = progeny average winning distance. All percentages are from runners. Cumulative stakes winners include all available countries. Categorical leaders are in bold. Historical sire lists are available here.

Kentucky by Heart: Exploring some of the state’s unique cities and towns named after grander places

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Kentucky by Heart

For a casual observer seeing the itinerary for a trip around Kentucky, they might think it has both a national and international flavor to the journey. And after recently perusing a list of the names of the state’s cities, towns, and smaller communities and their counterpart names outside our borders, I thought it might be fun to share, though don’t expect what I note to be exhaustive.

Here goes, and I’ll note their Kentucky counties in case you are unfamiliar with them. I admit that most of my research on this subject was from Wikipedia, but it should be, at least, a place to begin.

Let’s start with my town, Versailles (Woodford). Isn’t there a French connection? Pas vraiment (“not really” in English). I’d say we like our bourbon better than our wine.

Stockholm, Sweden, also has its name on a community in Edmonson County. Rome, Kentucky, (Daviess) is so small that I’m not sure if they have a mayor… let alone a pope.

Whether it’s pronounced “Ah-thens” or “Aaa-thens,” Athens (Fayette) is spelled the same as that large city in Greece. For another Greek factoid about another place, Corinth (Grant) was never “ancient,” being established in the 1820s, and as far as I know, was never destroyed.

I’m not sure what the tallest structure is in the Bluegrass city of Paris (Bourbon), but whatever it is, it’s no match for the height of the Eiffel Tower. That said, downtown Paris, Kentucky, has its own version of the iconic tower, though only twenty feet high but built to scale. Perhaps you might want to make a point to see it. It’s cutesy! And speaking of towers, what about the one in Kentucky that greets people driving though on I-75 with a “Florence Y’all” painting on a water tower? Just wondering if Florence, Italy, folks would use such colloquialisms as the way our people in Florence (Boone) do.

On the Ohio River in Gallatin County, the town of Warsaw might tease a visit from our friends in Poland, and Alexandria (Campbell), where I went to high school, has a Seven Wonders of the World counterpart in Egypt. Scotland has its Glasgow and in Kentucky, Barren County’s principal town was named after it and has its own annual Scottish Highlands games to pay tribute.

Down south in the Commonwealth, London (Laurel) may not have a Big Ben clock to see, but it has an acclaimed Chicken Festival to attend. And Bagdad, in Shelby County, is a ‘fer’ piece from Iraq’s capital.

And while we’re at it, Kentucky has lots of towns that match the names of well-known cities around the good ol’ U.S. Take Anchorage, in Jefferson County, for example. It’s much warmer than the one in Alaska! Last week, I went through tiny Boston, in Pendleton County, though if I blinked, I would likely have missed it. There’s also a Boston in Nelson County. Both these Bluegrass communities are way smaller than the big one in Massachusetts, but that might not be a bad thing.

While Mt. Vernon (Rockcastle) is not the homeland of George Washington, in Virginia, it’s a nice place to visit in the southern part of Kentucky.

Jamestown (Russell) Is not the first permanent English settlement in America, as is the one in Virginia, but it gets you right in the heartland of the Lake Cumberland area, and that’s a pretty special place to enjoy a vacation.

Hey, let’s salute the small town of West Point on the Ohio River in Hardin County. While America’s vaunted military academy is at West Point, New York, Kentucky’s own W.P. is located not far from the Ft. Knox Army installation—near to a whole bunch of stored gold.

Steve Flairty is a teacher, public speaker and an author of seven books: a biography of Kentucky Afield host Tim Farmer and six in the Kentucky’s Everyday Heroes series, including a kids’ version. Steve’s “Kentucky’s Everyday Heroes #5,” was released in 2019. Steve is a senior correspondent for Kentucky Monthly, a weekly NKyTribune columnist and a former member of the Kentucky Humanities Council Speakers Bureau. Contact him at [email protected] or visit his Facebook page, “Kentucky in Common: Word Sketches in Tribute.” (Steve’s photo by Ernie Stamper)

Oakland, California, has a wee little name counterpart in western Kentucky’s Warren County. It’s website on Ky.gov says that many of its current residents chose to live there “for its quiet charm and quaint village atmosphere.” Note also that the nearby waters are fresh, not salt water!

Washington County’s Springfield is a name that matches many around the United States. According to matadornetwork.com, there are 36 Springfield townships across 25 states. I like the one in Kentucky, which nearby had a beautiful covered bridge until sadly, a fire started by an arsonist in March, 2023, destroyed it.

Towns named Independence in America number 26, according to geotarget.com. Kentucky’s is in Kenton County, and the town has nearly doubled in population since the year 2000.

In the western part of the state, Caldwell County has a nice historical community called Princeton. I wonder if any citizen there is a graduate of that famous college in New Jersey? Not far from Kentucky’s Princeton is Murray State University; it’s a pretty good school, too.

Oh, little town of Bethlehem, in Henry County! It sees lots of traffic coming to the post office at Christmas time to have cards postmarked with the iconic town’s name—the same as the place near Jerusalem where Christians believe Christ was born.

Here are some more places to start YOUR world tour of the Bluegrass state. Hope you’ll research further from this additional illuminating list of Kentucky communities (some have names of countries or states): Egypt, Korea, Canada, California, New York, Delaware, Madrid, Brooklyn, Cairo, Moscow, Austin, Petersburg, Verona, Little Rock, Melbourne, Ghent, Heidelberg, Buffalo, Sacramento, Waco, Dover, Helena, Denver, Saint Paul, Little Texas, Charleston, and likely there are ones I’ve missed.

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After reading last week’s Kentucky by Heart column that profiled long-time Courier-Journal columnist Joe Creason, Boone County Public Library’s local historian Tracey Howerton contacted me to share a tidbit about Creason.

“In my work here at BCPL, I helped a local woman research her East Kentucky great grandmother’s life,” Tracey wrote in an email, “and we uncovered Joe Creason’s important role in it.”

Creason wrote an article in the April 8, 1964, Courier Journal about Celia Benge Marcum, an artist from Clay County, and referred to her as a “Kentucky Grandma Moses.”

I’ve included a picture of Marcum. For more information this woman’s life and work, email Tracey at [email protected].

Not just any horse: Secretariat mural front and center in Paris

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PARIS, Ky. (LEX 18) — If you've witnessed Secretariat's dominance in person, you know how he shaped the horse world.

If his Triple Crown was before your time, your next drive through downtown Paris might show you why some consider him bigger than Elvis.

"It has been so much more than a normal painting," said Jaime Corum, the artist behind the mural.

That might be because Secretariat is bigger than some other horses.

"I might title it "Bigger than Elvis" because he really kind of is," she said. "He's just a star."

That star -- who twinkles through downtown.

"Even though there's so much of Secretariat in Paris, there's no real place where people can go besides Claiborne Farm," she said.

On the track, his presence couldn't be missed. Driving through Paris, almost 50 years since his Triple Crown, he's still making memories.

"I love the pose of him charging straight at you and you feel kind of the power, his total dominance on the track," Corum said.

The mural is part of the soon to be Secretariat Park.

"If you're a fan from the days of 73 and you were there as a kid maybe, or it'll create some new Secretariat fans also," Corum said.

When you take an internationally known artist and pair it with a world-beloved horse, it's just meant to be.

"It has definitely been probably one of my most favorite projects I've ever done," Corum said.

Burn ban in Bourbon County, fire restrictions across Kentucky

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PARIS, Ky. (LEX 18) — While we marvel at the beauty of fall as the leaves start to change, autumn also means it's fire season in Kentucky.

"The days are usually getting drier," said Tim Eling of the U.S. Forest Service. "The leaves start falling to the ground. That's very dry, crunchy leaves, and typically, you have lower humidity in the air. This is when, historically, we tend to have more fires."

In Bourbon County, Fire Chief Lloyde Campbell said over the past two weeks alone, his crews have put out 20 legal, controlled burns that lost control. That's one reason why he helped get a burn ban in place.

"We're trying to reduce down on that and also protect the citizens' property," Campbell said.

The ban is also in place due to the dry conditions caused by a lack of rain and low humidity.

"Once we receive some significant rainfall, we'll reevaluate this and we feel a need — and it's safe at that time, we'll definitely lift the ban at that time," Campbell said.

There are at least 15 other counties in Kentucky that have a burn ban in place. Those can be found here.

For counties without a ban, including Fayette County, there are still restrictions currently in place. The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet said outdoor burning is prohibited between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. if the fire is within 150 feet of any woodland, brushland or field with flammable materials.

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