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 Chew-Powell House 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 Blackwood, NJ 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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“Always Best Care is a great co host to a beautiful summer celebration at Artis”
“Always Best Care is a great co host to a beautiful summer celebration at Artis”
“Always Best Care is a great co host to a beautiful summer celebration at Artis”
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“Always Best Care is a great co host to a beautiful summer celebration at Artis Senior Living of Evesham”
“Always Best Care is a great co host to a beautiful summer celebration at Artis Senior Living of Evesham”
“Always Best Care is a great co host to a beautiful summer celebration at Artis Senior Living of Evesham”
“Always Best Care is a great co host to a beautiful summer celebration at Artis Senior Living of Evesham”
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Blackwood Lake Park Nature Walking Trail 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 Filomena Cucina Italiana or visit Wyck Historic House And Garden, 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 Blackwood, NJ, 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 Blackwood, NJ 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 Blackwood, NJ 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.
A decades-old Philadelphia-based bakery has announced they are closing one of its South Jersey locations.However, the good news is that fans of their incredible breads, desserts, pizzas, hoagies, sauces, and more won't have to travel too far to get their favorite foods.Cacia's Bakery in Blackwood took to Facebook Thursday afternoon to announce their store is c...
A decades-old Philadelphia-based bakery has announced they are closing one of its South Jersey locations.
However, the good news is that fans of their incredible breads, desserts, pizzas, hoagies, sauces, and more won't have to travel too far to get their favorite foods.
Cacia's Bakery in Blackwood took to Facebook Thursday afternoon to announce their store is closing on May 12th.
Those at the shop said they "explored every possible option before making this difficult decision" and they "believe this is the best course of action for us."
They were also quick to point out that the support of their customers has been greatly appreciated.
This decision was not made lightly, and we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering loyalty and support throughout the years.
As expected, their loyal customers expressed their shock and sadness.
I am so sorry to hear this. Cacias was always a staple in our home for holidays and Sunday family dinners. Thank you for all those years and good luck to all of you, you will be missed.
I’ve literally been going to Cacias since I was a small child this is so sad
This is terrible. I first discovered your tomato pies and pizza in 1994 when I was at Rowan College and been a customer since even though I now live far away.
According to their website, Cacia's has been a part of the Delaware Valley and South Jersey for over six decades. Sam Cacia, Sr. opened a corner bakery on Mole and Ritner Streets in South Philadelphia in 1953, and over the years, additional locations have opened:
Those other locations and their flagship store at 1526 W. Ritner St. in Philadelphia will remain open.
A house in Sewell that sold for $550,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Washington Township in the past week.In total, 24 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $303,458. The average price per square foot ended up at $186.The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of March 31 even if the property may have been sold earlier.10. $329K, single-family residence at 52 ...
A house in Sewell that sold for $550,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Washington Township in the past week.
In total, 24 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $303,458. The average price per square foot ended up at $186.
The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of March 31 even if the property may have been sold earlier.
The 1,536 square-foot detached house at 52 Ohio Ave. in Blackwood has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in March and the total purchase price was $329,000, $214 per square foot. The house was built in 1935. The deal was finalized on March 17.
A sale has been finalized for the single-family residence at 44 Nature Lane in Sewell. The price was $330,000 and the new owners took over the house in March. The house was built in 2000 and the living area totals 1,320 square feet. The price per square foot ended up at $250. The deal was finalized on March 21.
The sale of the single-family home at 27 Sherwood Drive, Blackwood, has been finalized. The price was $340,000, and the house changed hands in March. The house was built in 1960 and has a living area of 1,416 square feet. The price per square foot was $240. The deal was finalized on March 25.
The 1,827 square-foot single-family home at 223 Spruce Street, Blackwood, has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in March and the total purchase price was $340,000, $186 per square foot. The house was built in 1962. The deal was finalized on March 19.
A sale has been finalized for the single-family house at 12 Fieldcrest Alley Alley in Blackwood. The price was $344,990 and the new owners took over the -unknown- in March. The -unknown- was building in 2000. The deal was finalized on March 12.
The sale of the single-family residence at 71 Borrelly Blvd., Sewell, has been finalized. The price was $375,500, and the house changed hands in March. The house was built in 1983 and has a living area of 2,264 square feet. The price per square foot was $166. The deal was finalized on March 25.
The property at 63 Greens Way in Blackwood has new owners. The price was $417,500. The house was built in 1991 and has a living area of 1,950 square feet. The price per square foot is $214. The deal was finalized on March 18.
The sale of the single family residence at 913 Acadia Drive in Blackwood has been finalized. The price was $420,000, and the new owners took over the house in March. The house was built in 1959 and has a living area of 1,660 square feet. The price per square foot was $253. The deal was finalized on March 21.
A sale has been finalized for the single-family home at 25 Cranford Road in Blackwood. The price was $458,000 and the new owners took over the house in March. The house was built in 1973 and the living area totals 1,819 square feet. The price per square foot ended up at $252. The deal was finalized on March 20.
The 2,514 square-foot detached house at 219 Willowbrook Drive, Sewell, has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in March and the total purchase price was $550,000, $219 per square foot. The house was built in 1990. The deal was finalized on March 20.
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7 Brew Drive-Thru Coffee was approved last night for a new location on Blackwood-Clementon Road (Gloucester Twp) to be developed at the former site of a check cashing business. The new coffee shop will sit between the Fulton Bank and Filomena’s restaurantThe new location for Blackwood-Clementon Road still needs Camden County approval which would be focused on vehicle access in and out of the County owned roadway.A Washington Township location is set to open next week (and offering free/charity drink promotions this weeken...
7 Brew Drive-Thru Coffee was approved last night for a new location on Blackwood-Clementon Road (Gloucester Twp) to be developed at the former site of a check cashing business. The new coffee shop will sit between the Fulton Bank and Filomena’s restaurant
The new location for Blackwood-Clementon Road still needs Camden County approval which would be focused on vehicle access in and out of the County owned roadway.
A Washington Township location is set to open next week (and offering free/charity drink promotions this weekend, see below). Also, recently a location was approved for Cross Keys Road in Winslow Twp.
7 Brew is a newer drive-thru only coffee shop brand offering delicious coffees and refreshing drinks including smoothies and shakes.
The name comes from the seven core original flavored coffee recipes, but they offer a huge variety of flavors… 7 Brew says they have over 20,000 options on the menu! There is even a secret menu where they highlight special recipes like the Banana Bread Blondie…which I got to try this week!
Today 7 Brew has over 365 locations but they are looking to grow aggressively.
I caught up this week with local franchise owners Shunori Ramanathan and Zach Rosskamm who have plans for dozens of locations throughout New Jersey and the Philadelphia Metro region… possibly as many as 100 just in this region!
7 Brew uses a unique construction model where the core building is created off site.
Once the local foundation work is done at the property, the building is delivered to the site and a large crane lifts the building up and drops it in place on the site.
It makes for an incredibly quick development cycle where the building “just appears” in day!
The latest location for Blackwood-Clementon Road is a prime location of the busy commercial roadway which has numerous surrounding businesses including Filomenas, Chipotle, Wingstop, Smoothie King, Wendy’s, Royal Farms and more.
A new ShopRite is being developed close by and recently a new Super Wawa and Mod-Wash carwash were developed.
The design for the Clementon 7 Brew places the coffee shop and drive-thru lanes towards the front of the property.
Cars will only be able to access from two of the sides, Blackwood-Clementon road and Dartmouth Drive (to the side).
While it is a drive-thru business they do offer 10 parking spaces for employees and the occasional walk-up customer. The property is large enough for trash and water management.
Honestly, it’s a uniquely shaped property being somewhat deep, and 7 Brew seems to be a perfect match for it. Previously a Take 5 Car Wash was proposed for the property but then was denied due to it just being too tight a fit for that car wash business.
New Jersey’s first 7 Brew location is set to open next week on April 17th in Washington Township NJ, along the Black Horse Pike. The location is in front of the Harbor Freight/Fun City stores in the Ganttown Plaza.
That being said they have been serving free drinks for the last week or so in a promotional effort they call free drink drop-offs. Organizations and businesses had signed up to have a quantity of free drinks either delivered to their business, or made available for pickup right at the Washington Township location.
When I caught up with Zach and Shunori days ago they said they already had giving out 13,000 drinks!
All of the activity at the location from people picking up their scheduled drink-drops caused some happy confusion amongst locals who wondered if the Washington Twp 7 Brew even brew was already open!
But this weekend does offer two extra special promotions! Friday night April 11th is First Responders Appreciation Day where from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM they’re giving free small drinks with a limited menu!
Saturday and Sunday is their give back day… caffeine for charities! From 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday they are giving free small drinks, and you as a customer get to pay whatever you want…with all proceeds going to charity.
Funds raised this weekend will be given to area charities; Washington Township First Responders, Forgotten Haven, and Jaws Youth Playbook.
The 7 Brew Washington Twp ribbon cutting takes place on Thursday April 17th at 10 AM.
New APPROVAL7 Brew Clementon1390 Blackwood-Clementon RdClementon NJ
7 Brew Coffee Washington Township – Opens April 17th5200 Route 42Blackwood Washington Township, NJ
856-574-4308
