It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Bradbury Building 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 Los Angeles, CA is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“Loli truly cares about her clients and their families ! , She is compassionate professional”
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“Carrie truly cares about her clients and their families. She is compassionate professional”
“Carrie is amazing. Very knowledgeable about Senior living, lifestyle, and care. Super responsive and phenomenal follow up. An incredible resource for all things "Senior".”
“Always Best Care was there for us after my wife's surgery. We had a caregiver come each day for two weeks to help bath, feed, walk, and tidy the house during working hours so that my wife was not alone. Our caregiver Naomi was a God sent and so delightful. I often overheard my wife and Naomi singing together. What a joy! Thank you Loli and ABC Senior Services for making this service available to Beach Cities.”
“Loli demonstrated a level of professionalism that stood out, and her service and follow through made our experience with Always Best Care Senior Services stress free. We had a unique situation that required a specific type of caregiver and Loli was able to make a great match! Overall a great experience.”
“My dad came home from the hospital, then to hospice care for 4 months, then passed at home. Loli helped our family during multiple transitions of his care. She is professional and efficient, but also compassionate and empathic. She was a core contact for our family from in- and out-of town, and always responded quickly to calls, emails or txts. Dad's caregiver needs and schedules were ever-changing and Loli was always able to adjust, helping us to coordinate needs from hospice and family. We are so thankful Dad was able to spend his last months at home. We continue to use Loli's services for our mom. The caregivers are trained well and often became friends to my folks. I highly recommend Loli's services.”
“Excellent service. Professional staff and wonderful caregivers.”
“I would highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Servicesto help you navigate the care of your loved ones in their senior years of need. We called them when we found out my 92 year old mother in law was due to be released from the hospital but clearly not able to care for herself upon her release. It was a stressful situation but Loli new exactly the right questions to ask and heard our needs and pointed us in the right direction with all that needed to be done. She set up a call with hospice who arranged for all necessary equipment to be delivered in less than a 24 hour period. She also set up 3 very competent experienced care givers to be at the home in that same 24 hour period. The speed and professionalism in which this all happened could not have handled any better in my opinion. Working with Loli at Always Best Care Senior Services put our minds at ease and got everything set up for us to care for my mother in law. Loli was hands on in meeting with us and introducing the care givers and involved with speaking to doctors and hospice and everyone involved with my mother in laws care. She made a highly stressful time much more manageable and guided us every step of the way. She also followed up and made sure all that was supposed to be done was being taken care of. You are in good hands when calling on them for your loved ones care. I am happy to speak to anyone directly if you would like to ask any questions I give my permission for Always Best Care to give my personal phone number out to speak to anyone who is considering using their services.”
“I would highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Servicesto help you navigate the care of your loved ones in their senior years of need. We called them when we found out my 92 year old mother in law was due to be released from the hospital but clearly not able to care for herself upon her release. It was a stressful situation but Loli new exactly the right questions to ask and heard our needs and pointed us in the right direction with all that needed to be done. She set up a call with hospice who arranged for all necessary equipment to be delivered in less than a 24 hour period. She also set up 3 very competent experienced care givers to be at the home in that same 24 hour period. The speed and professionalism in which this all happened could not have handled any better in my opinion. Working with Loli at Always Best Care Senior Services put our minds at ease and got everything set up for us to care for my mother in law. Loli was hands on in meeting with us and introducing the care givers and involved with speaking to doctors and hospice and everyone involved with my mother in laws care. She made a highly stressful time much more manageable and guided us every step of the way. She also followed up and made sure all that was supposed to be done was being taken care of. You are in good hands when calling on them for your loved ones care. I am happy to speak to anyone directly if you would like to ask any questions I give my permission for Always Best Care to give my personal phone number out to speak to anyone who is considering using their services.”
“Loli is very caring, worked with us to get the best caregiver match for my parents, was able to schedule someone when we needed a caregiver on short notice and she always made suggestions to us to help make things better and more comfortable for my parents.”
“We are deeply grateful to Loli and to two of the ABC caregivers in particular, María Flores and Soledad, for their professionalism, dedication and superb service over the course of nearly two years. They provided coverage on evening shifts on weekends and some weekdays —as well as on occasional overnight shifts— for my mother who was in the early-to-moderate stages of Alzheimer’s. (We recently moved her into an assisted living facility.) Because our need for ABC's services was sporadic and variable, Loli and her staff often had to juggle quite a bit to accommodate us — for which we are grateful. Occasionally we’d be assigned a caregiver who wasn’t the best fit but Loli was always responsive to our concerns and would work with us to find a different caregiver. We also appreciate the “added value” that Loli brought to the table — her overall expertise on elder care, knowledge about related resources, and guidance on how to make our home safer for my mother. We are pleased to highly recommend Loli and ABC for your in-home eldercare needs.”
“I needed to find an assisted living community for my dad in a hurry, and knew that I didn't have as much time as I'd like to do all of the research on my own. I was very relieved when I found Loli to help us as a consultant for our search. She was very detail-oriented in acquiring the necessary info from us, and helped us to find a few places with availability that we could visit. I very much appreciated her knowledge of so many various communities, her professionalism, her efficiency, and the wide range of items that she suggested we consider, that we may not have thought of on our own. I would highly recommend her placement services.”
“Always Best Care was an excellent caregiving service for the short time they tended to my ailing mother, a late-stage pancreatic cancer patient. She passed away shortly after we began the caregiving service. In the short time that Always Best Care tended to my mother, the caregiver Maria demonstrated excellent experience. She tended well to my mother and assisted in any other way that she could. Thank you Maria and Always Best Care for your service. I wish you all the kindness and wellness in the world. Colin”
“reliable with excellent oversight”
“We have had 24/7 care for my mother with ABC for over 2 years. The care and compassion they showed for her really touched my heart. I have had to ask for last minute help when another caregiver (not from ABC) could not show up for a shift, Loli and staff always came through for me. She has always been available to work out problems and last minute requests, I can't say enough about how important that has been to me when I live out of state.I have really been able to rely on their judgement once they got to know my moms likes and needs, they always tried to match her with a caregiver that she would also feel comfortable with personally.The caregivers were long term, they did not come and go, mom really became attached and appreciated them. The caregivers speak highly about Loli as their employer, they have mentioned to me they really feel like she cares and looks after them as well. Touches like Loli dropping by for a visit to chat with mom, or remembering her birthday with a bunch of flowers was so great. I would definitely recommend!”
“Loli Ramezani and her staff are top notch when it comes to the service they provide. They are very accommodating on all levels from helping you think things through from start to finish, as well as remaining flexible through each process with the ultimate changes that always seem to arise. I highly recommend them and will be using them again if/when the need presents itself”
“Loli was excellent to work with. She really took the time to understand my father in-law and the family's needs. We had a wonderful caregiver for my father in-law and when it came time to move him from our home, Loli was instrumental in finding a Room and Board that was a great fit. We had used a different service and we can tell you Always Best Care is MUCH higher quality.”
“This was a wonderful experience. The care giver did a fantastic job taking care of my mother. I would recommend them to anyone. The care giver was kind, helpful, and provided all the help we needed. Their service was instrumental in my mother being able to get her independence.”
“Loli and the staff at Always Best Care were very professional, compassionate, and resourceful in providing in home care for my Mom. Loli was responsive when I needed to talk to her about changes or adjustments to my Mom’s care. With her experience and knowledge in the field of senior care she always had recommendations and resources to reach out to when we needed to consider options and alternatives for my Mom’s care. Loli was very compassionate and respectful of my Mom’s wants and needs. I would highly recommend Loli and Always Best Care for senior care services.”
“Outstanding service. I would recommend Manhattan Beach Always Best Care to anyone who needs to have care for a family member. I've had personal experience with Carrie’s organization and was very impressed with her and her caretakers.”
“I needed to find someone for taking care of my poor mom without being worried. When I talked to Loli I got the feeling she understood and she went through A to Z on everything with me. Care and quality care is truly what she delivers.”
“Loli truly cares about her clients and their families ! , She is compassionate professional”
“I needed to find someone for taking care of my mom without being worried. When I talked to Carrie I got the feeling she understood and she went through A to Z on everything with me. Care and quality care is truly what she delivers.”
“Always Best Care and Carrie Bianco go above and beyond the call of duty to really find the perfect fit for your loved one at a price that is affordable. Their customer service and attention to detail is unparalleled.”
“I can't say enough good things about Always Best Care! Carrie is so professional. She was able to find a great caregiver for my Grandmother on very short notice. The communication has been outstanding as well. When it comes to family, you want to know that they are being taken care of by someone that you can trust. We are so happy to have found Always Best Care.”
“What a pleasure to meet Carrie and be introduced to her at Always Best Care Senior Services. Rarely have a met someone that offered so much warmth, care, and genuine concern for the well-being and happiness of her clients. Carrie will be my first call when my family members need assistance.”
“Carrie truly cares about her clients and their families. She is compassionate professional”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Griffith Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar or visit Hollyhock House, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Los Angeles, CA, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Los Angeles, CA understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Los Angeles, CA 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.
Gov. Newsom warns only 40% of National Guard firefighting crews remain after President Trump reassigned others to Los Angeles for immigration enforcementBy Hayley SmithLos Angeles TimesLOS ANGELES — As California braces for a potentially dangerous fire season, Gov. Gavin Newsom says critical firefighting crews from the state’s National Guard are operating at just 40% of capacity following President Donald Trump’s order to divert them to Los Angeles in response to federal immigration action.Eight of th...
By Hayley SmithLos Angeles Times
LOS ANGELES — As California braces for a potentially dangerous fire season, Gov. Gavin Newsom says critical firefighting crews from the state’s National Guard are operating at just 40% of capacity following President Donald Trump’s order to divert them to Los Angeles in response to federal immigration action.
Eight of the California National Guard’s 14 firefighting crews — known as Task Force Rattlesnake — have been deployed to L.A. as part of Trump’s federalization of the Guard, Newsom said this week. Task Force Rattlesnake is made up of more than 300 members of the California National Guard who work at the direction of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
Only six crews are left to prepare for and potentially respond to fires, down from nine just a week ago, according to the governor.
“With peak fire season well underway across California, we need all available resources to protect communities,” Newsom said in a statement. “President Trump: rescind your illegal order and get the Guard back to the critical firefighting and prevention work that actually keeps communities safe.”
CalGuard officials said the troops were called to federal active duty under Title 10 authority, which empowers the president to activate National Guard troops for federal service under certain emergency protocols. Newsom has opposed these actions as an unwarranted and illegal infringement on the state’s authority.
Trump invoked Title 10 on June 7 when he announced he was deploying National Guard troops to Los Angeles to “temporarily protect [U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement] and other United States Government personnel who are performing Federal functions.”
California Military Department spokesperson Carl Trujillo said in an email that once troops are federalized, they fall under federal command and control and “cannot be re-tasked by the state.”
“They won’t be able to return to their firefighting duties until they’re released from that federal status,” Trujillo said.
CalGuard’s reduced firefighting capacity comes as the president weakens other agencies that help the state prepare for and respond to wildfires, including the U.S. Forest Service — the largest federal firefighting entity. The Forest Service has lost about 3,400 employees since Trump took office due to layoffs and buyouts, and is contending with budget cuts, funding freezes and a renewed focus on timber production, among other changes from the Trump administration.
The president has also made sweeping changes at the Federal Emergency Management Agency, including canceling grants and cutting staff, and has suggested disbanding the agency altogether as soon as this fall.
When asked about the CalGuard deployments, White House spokeswoman Abigail Jackson told The Times “President Trump is showing [what] a real leader looks like.”
“President Trump has had to step in and save Californians from Gavin Newsom’s incompetence twice so far during the last six months,” Jackson said. “First, when Newsom was chronically unprepared to address the January wildfires, and just recently when Newsom refused to stop violent, left-wing rioters from attacking federal law enforcement.”
As tensions simmer, California is facing an active wildfire season that may be fueled by exceptionally warm and dry conditions in the months ahead. The latest outlook from the National Interagency Fire Center warns of “significant fire potential” in Northern California, the Sierra Nevada and several of the state’s coastal areas through September.
There are currently five active blazes in the state, according to Cal Fire. So far this year, the agency has responded to 2,990 fires that have burned through nearly 93,000 acres.
“These are some of our most committed members — passionate about wildland firefighting and proud to serve their communities through this unique state mission,” Trujillo said of Task Force Rattlesnake.
The president’s decision to invoke Title 10 and send troops to Los Angeles has little historical precedent, and as such has generated controversy.
Trump stated in his order that protests in response to immigration raids in L.A. threaten the safety of ICE agents and other government personnel. L.A. Mayor Karen Bass said local law enforcement was already mobilized in the area and that federalizing troops was a “provocation.”
Newsom said similarly that sending in troops was “purposefully inflammatory.” He filed a lawsuit arguing that the president’s actions were unlawful and a violation of his authority under Title 10. A judge initially sided with Newsom, but a higher court has ruled in Trump’s favor. The case remains under review.
The president has deployed nearly 7,000 federal troops to L.A. over the last two weeks.
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It feels like there's a bit of an art rebirth in L.A. this week. From the reopening of the Getty Villa to the sneak preview of the long-awaited David Geffen Galleries at LACMA, there’s a new energy in the air. The Geffen space is unique. It’s almost brutalist inside, with all the concrete, but the huge windows offer a new vantage point out to the La Brea Tar Pits and the new Academy Museum.Whatever you do this week, we’ve got you covered for everything July 4, from ...
It feels like there's a bit of an art rebirth in L.A. this week. From the reopening of the Getty Villa to the sneak preview of the long-awaited David Geffen Galleries at LACMA, there’s a new energy in the air. The Geffen space is unique. It’s almost brutalist inside, with all the concrete, but the huge windows offer a new vantage point out to the La Brea Tar Pits and the new Academy Museum.
Whatever you do this week, we’ve got you covered for everything July 4, from fireworks to no fireworks, road trip gas prices to top music picks from Licorice Pizza.
For more to explore, visit LAist.com, where you can get the most up-to-date info on which fireworks are on (and off) for the long Fourth of July weekend around the area. And before you binge the new season of The Bear, read up on the two L.A. restaurants that earned three Michelin stars this year.
Ongoing LACMA Members: David Geffen Galleries preview LACMA 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Miracle MileCOST: MEMBERSHIP AND RESERVATION REQUIRED; MORE INFO
You’ve sat in the traffic on Wilshire, you’ve watched the progress at LACMA as the landscape changed from construction site to space-aged building, and now is your chance to get a sneak peek inside. There won’t be art in LACMA’s new David Geffen Galleries until it opens officially next April, but the new building, designed by Pritzker-winning architect Peter Zumthor, is open at select times for members and NextGen members to tour in the coming week. There are also some great exhibits to explore through the rest of LACMA, including your last chance to catch "Digital Witness" through July 13.
Thursday, July 3 Tribute to the Beach Boys All-Star Charity Concert by The Tribe The Canyon 28912 Roadside Dr., Agora Hills COST: FROM $25; MORE INFO
Honor the legacy of the ultimate Southern Californian — the late, great Brian Wilson — at an all-star Beach Boys tribute concert at legendary Agora Hills venue The Canyon. Special guests are set to perform, including Carnie and Wendy Wilson of Wilson Phillips. The evening’s proceeds benefit the Get Together Foundation.
Wednesday, July 2, 7 to 10 p.m. Anansi Writers Workshop 4321 Degnan Blvd., Leimert ParkCOST: $5 SUGGESTED DONATION; MORE INFO
Up your writing game with the Anansi Writers Workshop at the World Stage in Leimert Park. Featuring time to work on your own writing, an open mic and a featured performer, the workshop is a regular event that’s been going since 1990 and has its roots in the 1960s Watts Writers’ workshop.
Through Friday, July 4 Hollywood Bowl Fireworks Spectacular with Earth, Wind & FireHollywood Bowl2301 Highland Ave., Hollywood COST: FROM $45; MORE INFO
You’re a shining star, so get the Fourth of July party started a few days early (and avoid the holiday crowds) as Earth, Wind & Fire headline the fireworks spectacular at the Hollywood Bowl. The sky will light up on July 2, 3 and 4 with the Grammy-winning all-star band providing the perfect soundtrack.
Tuesday, July 1, 8 p.m. Tiny Desk on the Road Regent Theater448 S. Main St., Downtown L.A. COST: FROM $35; MORE INFO
Rescheduled due to the downtown curfew in June, NPR’s iconic Tiny Desk series is hitting the road. Winner and Bay Area native Ruby Ibarra is headlining at the Regent Theatre. She’ll be joined by finalist Tish Hyman. You can check out all the entries and finalists in the annual contest here.
Tuesday, July 1, 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Canada Day in L.A.The Edmon 5168 Melrose Ave., LarchmontCOST: FREE; MORE INFO
Our neighbors to the North celebrate Canada Day on July 1, which marks the creation of the country through the Constitution Act. And who doesn’t need another excuse to party this week? Join in on the maple leaf fun at the Edmon; get ready by rewatching one of the best Canada-themed TV moments ever, Robin Sparkles’ "Let’s Go to the Mall" from How I Met Your Mother.
Thursday, July 3, 6:30 p.m. The Blue Angels Robert Zemeckis Center for Digital Arts at USC3131 S. Figueroa St., University ParkCOST: FREE WITH RSVP; MORE INFO
Feel like you’re flying in the cockpit with a Navy pilot as you strap in for a free IMAX screening of The Blue Angels, produced by Glen Powell and J.J. Abrams. The screening is followed by a Q&A with Paul Crowder, Rob Stone and John Turner, SVP and Head of Documentaries & Original Content at IMAX Entertainment.
Thursday, July 3, 5 p.m. Ètra Summer BBQ Fundraiser737 N. Western Ave., Melrose HillCOST: VARIES; MORE INFO
Ètra and Little Fish are hosting a July 3 block party-style event with proceeds benefiting Mad Collective’s food access programs supporting immigrant communities across L.A. Try menu favorites like Café Telegrama’s burger, hot dogs (including a seafood option), freshly shucked oysters, Little Fish’s fried fish sandwiches and desserts by Chainsaw’s Karla Subero Pittol.
Thursday, July 3, 6 to 10 p.m. Poppy Presents: Us FriendsPoppy & Seed 350 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim COST: $300; MORE INFO
Anaheim, you lucky foodies! Chef Michael Reed and his wife, Kwini of James Beard Award-nominated Poppy & Seed, are hosting their first “Us Friends” dinner with Top Chef alums Stephanie Izard and Shota Nakajima. The evening features a seven-course seated tasting menu, and 15% of proceeds will be donated to No Kid Hungry.
The Aqua Rocket at Raging Waters Los Angeles is the only hydromagnetic water coaster in California, offering an epic roller coaster-like experience on water that you’d be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. The...
The Aqua Rocket at Raging Waters Los Angeles is the only hydromagnetic water coaster in California, offering an epic roller coaster-like experience on water that you’d be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. The ride uses magnetic propulsion to push rafts up to a 55-foot-tall launch point, which is followed by a whirlwind series of drops and inclines. Keep reading to find out more about this unique water ride in San Dimas.
The Aqua Rocket blasts inflatable yellow rafts carrying 2-4 riders through a heart-racing water coaster route. The action begins with a conveyor belt lift that brings you 55 feet into the air, providing sweeping views of the park. Then, rafts are sent through a series of gravity-powered drops and magnetic-powered ascents, embellished with outdoor and enclosed sections, fast turns, and fast-paced action. It all ends with a big splashdown, making sure everyone on board gets thoroughly soaked.
While most water slides rely solely on gravity, the Aqua Rocket is unique for its linear induction motors, which guide rafts uphill as well as down. These “rocket incline zones” provide a rare thrill of being propelled uphill on water, varying the pace and route to recreate the head-spinning sensation of a roller coaster on water. No other water coaster in the state uses this advanced hydromagnetic technology.
Rafts can accommodate up to four people with a maximum combined weight of 700 pounds. Riders must be at least 42 inches tall to ride, and an adult must accompany kids under 48 inches tall.
Raging Waters Los Angeles is a must-visit summer destination for families and thrill-seekers, with 50 attractions spread across 50 acres in San Dimas. Some other exciting rides include the 15-story High Extreme mat slide, the dual-drop Bombs Away, the one-million gallon wave pool, and the quarter-mile-long Amazon Adventure lazy river.
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Wildfire season in Southern California got off to an ominous start this weekend, with several fires sparking across Riverside and San Bernardino counties’ parched landscapes, elevating concerns that conditions are ripe for a fiery year across the Golden State.Experts have been warning that the Southland’s below-average rainy season is likely to set the stage fo...
Wildfire season in Southern California got off to an ominous start this weekend, with several fires sparking across Riverside and San Bernardino counties’ parched landscapes, elevating concerns that conditions are ripe for a fiery year across the Golden State.
Experts have been warning that the Southland’s below-average rainy season is likely to set the stage for a particularly bad stretch of fires this summer and fall — and the recent spate of blazes appears to be a sign of what’s to come.
“We are on track for a pretty devastating year overall,” said Matt Rahn, the director of the Wildfire Conservancy, a nonprofit that works to improve firefighting and community resilience. “If we get hotter and drier throughout the state, then that risk increases significantly. We’re hoping that that doesn’t happen, but all predictions are pointing to a much hotter, drier summer and fall.”
This week, temperatures in the Southland are expected to begin to cool slightly after several days with highs in the 90s and triple digits across the interior, but heat will remain intense across the state. In the Central Valley, highs are expected to remain near or in the triple digits, while a chance for thunderstorms in parts of Northern California could compound fire concerns.
Though temperatures on Monday and this weekend spiked across much of inland Southern California, there was not an increased wind threat or particularly low humidity — elements that create heightened fire weather.
Still, vegetation in the area was already so parched that fires were able to take off in several spots in the Inland Empire and San Bernardino mountains, forcing large-scale evacuations and cementing concerns that this wildfire season could be particularly bad.
“Just because things have been so dry and we haven’t had that meaningful rainfall that we need, that’s why we’re starting to see fires about to break out,” said Sam Zuber, a National Weather Service meteorologist in San Diego. “Things are just really dry out there.”
On Monday, firefighters in Riverside County responded to the fourth new, large fire in just two days, trying to contain the flames that broke out just before noon near Perris. The Juniper fire was initially reported at 30 acres, but quickly grew to 175 acres, “burning at a critical rate of speed,” according to updates from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
Officials ordered several areas to evacuate and closed a two-mile stretch of Santa Rosa Mine Road between Juniper and Post roads.
About 25 miles northeast, firefighters continued battling the Wolf fire near Banning, where hundreds had been ordered to leave their homes for safety and many more were under evacuation warnings.
The 1,400-acre blaze was reportedly 10% contained Monday morning, but by the afternoon, that number had dropped back down to zero, according to an update from Cal Fire. At least two additional areas were ordered to evacuate overnight and more were placed under evacuation warnings Monday morning, on top of some 750 people who had already been put under evacuation warnings or orders Sunday. An emergency shelter had been set up for evacuees at Hemet High School.
Those two fires on Monday appeared to be the most pressing for Cal Fire teams, who had responded to 10 new, large fires across the state since Saturday morning, seven of which occurred in Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
The Wolf fire remained, by far, the largest. Cal Fire officials said Monday morning that crews made “good progress” on the fire overnight and expected to continue to push it back with multiple aircraft and hundreds of firefighters on the ground. The fire broke out near the intersection of Old Banning Idyllwild Road and Wolfskill Truck Trail a little after 3 p.m. Sunday, according to the agency.
The Mindy wildfire near Aguanga also started Sunday, and was measured at about 100 acres by Monday, with almost 70% containment, according to Cal Fire.
The Mandalay fire in the Jurupa Valley also ignited Sunday, growing to 83 acres with no containment, per the latest Cal Fire reports.
Near Devore, the Cable fire broke out in Cable Canyon on Sunday, but remained under 20 acres Monday, with 50% containment. Cal Fire officials reported that one firefighter there had been taken to the hospital for a heat-related injury.
On Saturday, the Lake fire forced more than 100 people to evacuate Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area. It was 485 acres and 25% contained as of Monday afternoon, but Cal Fire reported crews had been able to stop its progress.
The Smiley fire near Ordway also broke out Saturday, reaching 83 acres. It was 100% contained by Monday morning, according to Cal Fire.
With so many ongoing fires, officials issued an air quality alert Monday for the Riverside County mountains, Coachella Valley and San Gorgonio Pass, including Palm Springs and Idyllwild.
“Particles in wildfire smoke can get deep into the lungs and cause serious health problems such as heart attacks, strokes, asthma attacks, and difficulty breathing,” the weather service warned. “Everyone can be affected, but people with lung or heart disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk.”
Officials were also concerned that much of inland Northern California — from the eastern Mendocino National Forest to Shasta, Tehama and Trinity counties — could soon see increased wildfire activity. The region was upgraded to a red flag warning for Monday and Tuesday, with the weather service warning that thunderstorms and winds could create dangerous conditions.
“Lightning can create new fire starts and [that] may combine with gusty outflow winds to cause a fire to rapidly grow in size and intensity,” the red flag warning said. On Sunday, two fires sparked near that red flag area, but both remained under 40 acres as of Monday.
The National Interagency Fire Center predicted in June that that much of the state would likely see above-normal significant fire potential through at least September, given expected heat and a lack of rainfall, with a more immediate risk in Southern California.
“There is a greater chance for timber dominated fires during this summer compared to 2023 and 2024,” the center’s latest report said. “Larger fires are also possible in the smaller fuel types of coastal areas as the marine layer becomes less pronounced over the next couple of months.”
Fortunately, firefighters across the state have been able to keep a handle on the latest fires, Rahn said, but he worries that could change if weather conditions shift or if incidents become more widespread — like during the high-risk weekend of the Fourth of July.
“The good news is, even with these recent fires we had, especially in Riverside County, we didn’t have the wind events ... so they’re able to smash down these fires pretty effectively,” Rahn said. “But that all changes once the winds start to pick up, and that’s really been the most devastating part of a lot of our fires. ... Everybody’s on high alert right now.”
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration has sued the city of Los Angeles over its immigration policies, claiming that the city's law discriminates against federal law enforcement by treating them differently from other law enforcement authorities.The lawsuit was filed in the Central District of California, and notes up top that Donald Trump "campaigned and won the presidential electio...
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration has sued the city of Los Angeles over its immigration policies, claiming that the city's law discriminates against federal law enforcement by treating them differently from other law enforcement authorities.
The lawsuit was filed in the Central District of California, and notes up top that Donald Trump "campaigned and won the presidential election on a platform of deporting the millions of illegal immigrants the previous administration permitted, through its open borders policy, to enter the country unlawfully."
The suit, which names Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, the City Council and City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson as defendants, claims that Los Angeles' laws and policies obstruct the enforcement of immigration laws. A spokesperson for Bass did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
"Sanctuary policies were the driving cause of the violence, chaos, and attacks on law enforcement that Americans recently witnessed in Los Angeles," Attorney General Pamela Bondi said in a statement. "Jurisdictions like Los Angeles that flout federal law by prioritizing illegal aliens over American citizens are undermining law enforcement at every level — it ends under President Trump."
The lawsuit comes weeks after protests over the administration's deportation efforts exploded in Los Angeles. The protesters — along with Bass and California Gov. Gavin Newsom — have become key targets for Trump and his allies.
The Trump administration has taken an aggressive approach to immigration, reassigning resources from other areas to immigration enforcement. One of Bondi's first acts as attorney general was announcing a lawsuit against New York over its "sanctuary" policies.
In Los Angeles, Trump and Newsom squared off over the use of National Guard troops in the city in response to the protests.
Ryan J. Reilly is a justice reporter for NBC News.
Ken Dilanian contributed.
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