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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.
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, sometimes they cannot live independently without someone by their side to provide care. Unfortunately, some 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 in the comforts or their home rather than in an assisted living community. Home care in Scottsdale, AZ is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
Since 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they age. We are proud to have helped tens of thousands of seniors to maintain a higher level of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of 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.
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 care services in Scottsdale, AZ. Always Best Care is here to help.
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I had a wonderful experience with this company providing home aids during a post-op recovery period of six weeks. I can't say enough about how professional, knowledgeable, friendly, courteous, punctual, responsive, skilled, discreet, and just great to have around a few hours per week during my home stay. Everything I needed done was done without question or complaining or unnecessary comments. And, with a great attitude! They were truly there to help and it was very comfortable having the aids in my home. They did so much to help my recovery go smoothly. I highly recommend Always Best Care and wouldn't hesitate to use their services again should the need arise.
“Always Best Care of Mesa is very easy to work with. The owner, John, made”
Always Best Care of Mesa is very easy to work with. The owner, John, made us feel very good. The caregivers themselves are extremely good, and we're very happy with them. They are very receptive and always asking what they can do to help out. They are always willing to do anything that we've asked them to do, and they're very personable when talking to my dad when he needs someone to talk to. They provide basic assistance like preparing meals, cleaning around the house, helping with my dad's hygiene, and other non-medical assistance. The agency is extremely flexible in changing schedules when needed, and very responsive whenever I have questions. They are a very good agency and I highly recommend them. Definitely consider them when looking for home care. Their rates are extremely competitive, if not the best, and their people are very professional and caring.
“My mother’s caregiver is patient when explaining computer issues, tv issues and other technical problems”
My mother’s caregiver is patient when explaining computer issues, tv issues and other technical problems that are becoming increasingly frustrating. These things are so important to Mom when she feels forgetful and disconnected from family. I am glad we found Always Best Care. They really care for their clients.
“I'm a caregiver for Always Best Care. It is the best company to work for.”
I'm a caregiver for Always Best Care. It is the best company to work for. The management team are super helpful. They greatly care for their caregivers, and clients
“Always Best Care has been fantastic! Always going out of their way to meet my”
Always Best Care has been fantastic! Always going out of their way to meet my needs. I am in a wheelchair and tasks are hard for me. One of my caregivers even put together a nightstand for me from IKEA so that I had a place to set important items I need at night. She was great! I would recommend Always Best Care Senior Services Mesa to anyone.
“This is Kathy, Marcy did an assessment on my brother on January 14th who is”
This is Kathy, Marcy did an assessment on my brother on January 14th who is in congestive heart failure . We were concerned with what kind of living situation would be best for him She suggested a senior living center as he would benefit from having help around during his set backs. Since I live 2000 miles away I really appreciated her help. We got him placed and her records helped his new home getting him situated. Thank you Kathy
“John and his team will give you the best care and best options. They are”
John and his team will give you the best care and best options. They are experts and will focus on your personal needs. If you need help and care for your loved one Always Best Care truly is the best care available. Your loved one matters and John will not let you down. Their commitment and care will put your mind at ease and provide care and support for you or your family member. This is a place you can trust to give their best. Thank you for all you do.
“I use this agency to help me with my 87 year old Mother. Everytime I”
I use this agency to help me with my 87 year old Mother. Everytime I call, email or text them they get back with me right away. They always take good care of my Mom and show deep concern and care for my Mom. Right now I am only using them for transportation purposes but feel very safe when they come and pick up my Mom and take her to all her Doctor appointments or even when she needs to give blood they go inside with her and help her sign in. I highly recommend this agency.
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Working for ABC Mesa puy my heart in a happy place. I felt I was appropriately paired with clients I wouldnt just get along with, but with my skills as well. I never had a client i was reluctant to go back to and I believe Trevor and John played a significant role in this.
“We're currently using Always Best Care of Mesa. Their caregivers are very good. They help”
We're currently using Always Best Care of Mesa. Their caregivers are very good. They help my mom with socialization, shopping, and light housework. Their scheduling is great, we've had no problems with it, and their billing is excellent.
“I was visiting my sister-in-law while one of your caregivers was providing services. She was”
I was visiting my sister-in-law while one of your caregivers was providing services. She was so polite, friendly and conscientious! She communicated clearly about everything she did (areas she cleaned, cat fed) and asked several times if there was anything else my sister-in-law needed before she left. I could tell she really cared and she encouraged her to call whenever she needed anything. I felt that my sister-in-law was in good hands! Thank you for providing such high quality care. ????
“I’ve always had a great experience with both Kathy and Greg. They are very knowledgeable”
I’ve always had a great experience with both Kathy and Greg. They are very knowledgeable in the senior industry as well as medically with Kathy’s nursing background. I would recommend them to anyone in need of assistance!
“Always best care services is a very good provider to my father’s daily needs.thank you”
Always best care services is a very good provider to my father’s daily needs.thank you to your care giver helping my dad and making him happy throughout the day.thanks always best care scottdale AZ.
“It's a great comfort ,knowing the caregivers and the entire staff are there for us”
It's a great comfort ,knowing the caregivers and the entire staff are there for us and will be responsive to our needs. Thanks for the great service of Always Best Care in Scottsdale.
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“I had a wonderful experience with this company providing home aids during a post-op recovery period of six weeks. I can't say enough about how professional, knowledgeable, friendly, courteous, punctual, responsive, skilled, discreet, and just great to have around a few hours per week during my home stay. Everything I needed done was done without question or complaining or unnecessary comments. And, with a great attitude! They were truly there to help and it was very comfortable having the aids in my home. They did so much to help my recovery go smoothly. I highly recommend Always Best Care and wouldn't hesitate to use their services again should the need arise.”
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“Always Best Care of Mesa is very easy to work with. The owner, John, made us feel very good. The caregivers themselves are extremely good, and we're very happy with them. They are very receptive and always asking what they can do to help out. They are always willing to do anything that we've asked them to do, and they're very personable when talking to my dad when he needs someone to talk to. They provide basic assistance like preparing meals, cleaning around the house, helping with my dad's hygiene, and other non-medical assistance. The agency is extremely flexible in changing schedules when needed, and very responsive whenever I have questions. They are a very good agency and I highly recommend them. Definitely consider them when looking for home care. Their rates are extremely competitive, if not the best, and their people are very professional and caring.”
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“Always Best Care has been fantastic! Always going out of their way to meet my needs. I am in a wheelchair and tasks are hard for me. One of my caregivers even put together a nightstand for me from IKEA so that I had a place to set important items I need at night. She was great! I would recommend Always Best Care Senior Services Mesa to anyone.”
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“This is Kathy, Marcy did an assessment on my brother on January 14th who is in congestive heart failure . We were concerned with what kind of living situation would be best for him She suggested a senior living center as he would benefit from having help around during his set backs. Since I live 2000 miles away I really appreciated her help. We got him placed and her records helped his new home getting him situated. Thank you Kathy”
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“John and his team will give you the best care and best options. They are experts and will focus on your personal needs. If you need help and care for your loved one Always Best Care truly is the best care available. Your loved one matters and John will not let you down. Their commitment and care will put your mind at ease and provide care and support for you or your family member. This is a place you can trust to give their best. Thank you for all you do.”
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“I use this agency to help me with my 87 year old Mother. Everytime I call, email or text them they get back with me right away. They always take good care of my Mom and show deep concern and care for my Mom. Right now I am only using them for transportation purposes but feel very safe when they come and pick up my Mom and take her to all her Doctor appointments or even when she needs to give blood they go inside with her and help her sign in. I highly recommend this agency.”
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“I was visiting my sister-in-law while one of your caregivers was providing services. She was so polite, friendly and conscientious! She communicated clearly about everything she did (areas she cleaned, cat fed) and asked several times if there was anything else my sister-in-law needed before she left. I could tell she really cared and she encouraged her to call whenever she needed anything. I felt that my sister-in-law was in good hands! Thank you for providing such high quality care. ????”
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How does In-home Senior Care in Scottsdale, AZ 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.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
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Personal Care Services
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes or Parkinson's or Alzheimer's.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Eating
Mobility Issues
Incontinence
Bathing
Dressing
Grooming
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Home Helper Services
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Medication Reminders
Meal Preparation
Pet Care
Prescription Refills
Morning Wake-Up
Walking
Reading
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Companionship Services
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 activities and hobbies while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
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 other activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress helps reduce the risks of caregiver burnout.
When it comes to non-medical home care, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible. If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
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Benefits of Home Care in Scottsdale, AZ
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.
Age in Place
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.
Peace of Mind
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 senior family member is in expert hands.
Socialization
Unlike many senior care facilities 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.
Personalized Care Plan
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our care plans are 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 clients 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.
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
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 Scottsdale, AZ, 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
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
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
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 Scottsdale, AZ 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
Aid and Attendance 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
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
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
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.
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 Scottsdale,AZ 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.
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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SCOTTSDALE, AZ — Attacked by raccoons! A Scottsdale couple was met by a family of five animals inside their home. The husband and wife say they were both bitten and had to go to the hospital.
"Oh, hey! Hey! It’s like you're having a whole family meeting in my house,” said Lindsey Abbruzese in the video recording of the event at their home near 94th Street and Thunderbird Road. “Can you not *expletive* up my shoes?"
The attack was scary, the couple says, and that led ABC15 to a big question: How did the animals make it inside?
"We now have it blocked, but there is the dog door. So, they came in from our backyard,” added Abbruzese.
As for Abbruzese and her husband Craig Tiensvold’s two dogs, the little pups were reportedly barking a few hours before the raccoon attack.
So, she and her husband looked around.
"I was like guys, there is nothing in here because there are just shoes. So, I turned on the lights and did not see anything, so I looked behind the door,” added Abbruzese.
She says two raccoons were in the dogs' bag of food. One bit her finger after she tried to pull her dog out of the room.
"It was just a huge shock. I am just happy my animals didn't get hurt, my kids didn't get hurt, and if it had to be anybody, at least it was just us,” added Abbruzese.
She and her husband spent two nights in the hospital. Doctors performed one surgery on each of them.
"I wanted to let people know if you see them, make sure you cover your dog door and when you see them, don't approach whatsoever. They are not cute like those little TikTok videos,” added Abbruzese.
Both were bitten and received rabies shots.
"I go to open the door, look in, and am like... there is one. Oh, there are four more! So, I kind of back out and close the door,” added Tiensvold.
Hours later, he tried getting them out and into a cage.
"So, I put pants on, boots on, gloves on, and a thick jacket on,” added Tiensvold. “She just bit. It just went through the glove and into the top of my finger. It got all the way down into the bone."
Arizona Game and Fish tells ABC15 that the department is aware of what happened and is looking into the attack.
The couple says their two-night hospital stay has been a costly encounter, but are sharing their warning about the price you might not think of. The couple needs a bio-hazard cleanup of the mess left behind. The estimates, they say, run around $2,000.
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The Arizona Department of Housing awarded Scottsdale $940,000 from the state’s newly created Homeless Shelter and Services Fund that will allow the city to continue an existing program that provides those in need with emergency shelter at a Scottsdale hotel along with assistance from social services caseworkers and nutrition/essential needs support.For more than a year, Scottsdale has operated a bridge housing program that provides temporary shelter combined with services and support. The effort is among the programs and service...
The Arizona Department of Housing awarded Scottsdale $940,000 from the state’s newly created Homeless Shelter and Services Fund that will allow the city to continue an existing program that provides those in need with emergency shelter at a Scottsdale hotel along with assistance from social services caseworkers and nutrition/essential needs support.
For more than a year, Scottsdale has operated a bridge housing program that provides temporary shelter combined with services and support. The effort is among the programs and services offered by Scottsdale’s Human Services Department that have resulted in a 44% decrease year-over-year of people experiencing homelessness in the city.
“Scottsdale is grateful to be a Homeless Shelter and Services Fund grant recipient,” Mayor David D. Ortega said. “This award bolsters our efforts to provide homeless individuals and single parent families with access to healthy, safe and decent temporary housing and supportive services.”
How the Program Works
Scottsdale rents 10 rooms in a local hotel to provide emergency housing for individuals experiencing homelessness. Program eligibility requires participants to work with a caseworker to become self-sufficient and secure stable housing. To date, 84% of participants have secured housing within 30 to 90 days. Last year, this program assisted 120 individuals in Scottsdale – a number the city expects to duplicate in 2023.
As noted in the grant application, at least 7 of the 10 rooms will be offered to seniors and families with children who have been displaced from their homes in Scottsdale. The other 3 rooms will host senior women, single mothers and their child(ren) or families referred to Scottsdale from the City of Phoenix ‘Zone’ area. Under the terms of the grant, these rooms could also offer emergency shelter for migrants who have entered the United States legally under Title 42, been vetted by U.S. Immigration and are awaiting transportation to other parts of the country. However, over the past year, the rooms were completely filled by those experiencing homelessness locally. There have been zero public safety calls associated with individuals in this bridge housing program.
PHOENIX - A monsoon storm Tuesday night ripped through the Phoenix metropolitan area, tearing down power lines, flipping over ...
PHOENIX - A monsoon storm Tuesday night ripped through the Phoenix metropolitan area, tearing down power lines, flipping over airplanes and causing some serious damage to buildings.
According to the National Weather Service, the storm developed at around 7 p.m. Tuesday night and moved eastward from Phoenix to Apache Junction. Severe winds and hail were reported, with some areas receiving anywhere from 60 to 90 mile an hour gusts.
Officials say the worst damage happened in Scottsdale, Mesa and east to Apache Junction.
Another brief round of storms moved east of Phoenix Wednesday morning, bringing more hail and rain.
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Parts of Phoenix still dealing with monsoon damage
It has been two days since a powerful storm left a mark on various neighborhoods in the Valley, and on Sept. 14, some residents in Phoenix are still dealing with the storm's aftermath, including damages to homes. FOX 10's Brian Webb reports.
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Downed power lines
During the evening hours, another round of storms moved through the West Valley and into areas near the heart of the city. Downed power lines were reported in the area of 19th Street and Oak.
A total of 12 poles in the Phoenix neighborhood were knocked down due to last night's storm.
Power has been turned off in the area as crews work to repair the damage.
"The biggest blast you ever heard," recounted one neighbor. "Like I don't know if it was those or thunder, but it knocked my senses out. I lost sense of the situation because I've never been hit by a power line before."
AZ monsoon storm damages planes, power lines
The monsoon storm on Sept. 12 overturned planes in Mesa, downed an entire street of power lines in Phoenix, and ripped a carport from a house in Scottsdale. Here's a look at what happened.
Damage at Falcon Field Airport
Phoenix area monsoons left destruction in its wake
A round of monsoon weather on the night of Sept. 12 definitely made its presence felt in the Phoenix area, with various places seeing heavy wind and rain. The storm caused a lot of damage in various parts of the Valley, including at Mesa's Falcon Field. FOX 10 has team coverage on the powerful storm.
Homes in the Valley also suffered some damage, with one Scottsdale neighborhood getting a big scare from the monsoon.
Crews weren't sure if they were looking at a roof or a carport after it tore off the side of a home near Scottsdale and McDowell roads.
A neighbor said that she has never seen a storm quite as powerful as what hit last night.
"This was the craziest storm I witnessed," said resident Lesley Micuda. "Oh my God their whole roof came off…so it was the carport from the back that went flying over all our units and landed out front."
There are no reports on injuries in the neighborhood as a result of the storm.
Power outages
Monsoon storm downs power lines in Phoenix
Another round of monsoon weather on the night of Sept. 12 has left some damages in parts of the Valley, including downed power lines in a Phoenix neighborhood. FOX 10's Stephanie Bennett has more.
Utility companies have also reported power outages, affecting tens of thousands of customers Tuesday night.
Get the latest weather updates by downloading the FOX 10 Weather app, which is available on iOS and Android.
Latest updates
10:08 a.m.
Significant rainfall over the past 24hrs across portions of central AZ, with 1-2" falling along a line roughly from Black Canyon City - Payson - Alpine. Areas already saturated will have a greater chance to flood as storms continue today and tomorrow. - NWS Flagstaff
8:25 a.m.
Thunderstorms with heavy rain continue across the higher terrain east of Phoenix. Multiple Flash Flood Warnings as well a flood advisory are in effect. Please exercise caution as there can be flooding. If encountering a flooded roadway, turn around, don't drown! - NWS Phoenix
7:35 a.m.
It's been an active start to the morning across eastern Maricopa County. Strong/severe storms brought localized heavy rain, hail, & strong winds to parts of Mesa, Scottsdale, Cave Creek, & the Salt River. - Flood Control District of Maricopa County
6:55 a.m.
Thunderstorms have erupted across the foothills/higher terrain as well as portions of the Phoenix area. Strong gusty winds, heavy downpours, frequent lightning, and some small hail will all be possible with this activity for the next couple of hours. - NWS Phoenix
6:47 a.m.
5:58 a.m.
Cooler, below-normal, high temperatures are forecasted across southeastern Arizona today with a 40-60% chance for storms and showers, predominantly from the Tucson area northeastward. - NWS Tucson
5:57 a.m.
A line of thunderstorms have developed from Mesa northeastward to just north of Apache Junction. Expect some gusty winds and heavy downpours as well some frequent lightning to accompany this activity. - NWS Phoenix
5 a.m.
More showers and storms are forecast today. Coverage will be more isolated to scattered across N. Arizona except to the SE where coverage will be more numerous. The primary threat with storms is flash flooding, but lightning, gusty winds, and small hail are also possible. - NWS Flagstaff
Monsoon 2023: New storm leaves trail of damage
Parts of Phoenix once again felt the power of nature on Sept. 12, as a new round of monsoon weather left damages in various parts of the Valley.
Be prepared and stay safe during the monsoon
"Most Valley residents know how quickly and furiously storms can move in and out, bringing strong winds, dust, rain, and flash flooding. These storms can cause interruptions in services, such as water, power, and gas," stated Captain Ashley Losch of the Glendale Fire Department.
GFD reminds residents of ways they can be prepared and stay safe:
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A new 2-day music festival is coming to Old Town Scottsdale. Here's everything we know
Ed Masleyhttps://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/music/2023/07/19/dreamy-draw-music-festival-2023-old-town-scottsdale/70403495007/
A new music festival is coming to the grassy grounds of Scottsdale Civic Center on the weekend of Nov. 3-4 with a focus on the sounds of the American West.The first Dreamy Draw Festival will be topped by Lord Huron and Midland, an amazing band with Tucson roots whose recent set at Country Thunder Arizona was a textbook c...
A new music festival is coming to the grassy grounds of Scottsdale Civic Center on the weekend of Nov. 3-4 with a focus on the sounds of the American West.
The first Dreamy Draw Festival will be topped by Lord Huron and Midland, an amazing band with Tucson roots whose recent set at Country Thunder Arizona was a textbook case of everything you could want a country band to be in 2023.
Other highlights include Margo Price, a country outlier whose first release on Jack White's Third Man Records was recorded in the Memphis studio where Elvis Presley cut his teeth and took its title from a Beach Boys song, and Hailey Whitters, another stunning standout at Country Thunder 2023 in Florence, Arizona.
In addition to performances by such high-profile national artists as Trampled by Turtles and Luke Grimes, Dreamy Draw features a handful of regional acts on the rise, including Evan Honer, Taylor Glasheen and the Senators.
Presented by Oh Wow and Spoonful in partnership with Scottsdale Arts, the two-day festival will span three stages on the 40 acres outside Scottsdale Civic Center, which opened in January after a $35 million reconstruction.
Each Dreamy Draw stage will offer intimate spaces to watch the performers while enjoying the comfort of shaded grassy lawns, tree-lined areas and those breathtaking sunsets we've come to expect in Arizona.
The festival site is in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, providing easy walking access to bars, restaurants and hotels.
In a press release, Gerd Wuestemann, president & CEO of Scottsdale Arts, said, “We’re excited to bring a brand-new festival with a stellar lineup to the Valley, and we’re especially looking forward to hosting it in the beautiful amphitheaters of the newly renovated Scottsdale Civic Center."
Dreamy Draw will honor the frontier sound and history of the West's Most Western Town, as Scottsdale calls itself.
Scottsdale is "intimately tied," Wuestemann added, "to the histories and mythologies of the American West," making this "a perfect location for a new festival of American roots music.”
Food, drink and swimming at Dreamy Draw music festival
Dreamy Draw promises "some of the best cuisine this famed region has to offer" from local vendors and a cocktail program developed by up-and-coming artisanal artist Austin Blanchard, delivering "luscious regional specialties."
The festival will take over the Monarch Hotel pool to offer a VIP package that will include private rooms overlooking the festival and access to the artist backstage area.
A percentage of proceeds from Dreamy Draw will be donated to Scottsdale Arts.
Reach the reporter at [email protected] or 602-444-4495. Follow him on Twitter @EdMasley.
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