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 Pythian Castle 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 Toledo, OH 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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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 Wildwood Preserve Metropark 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 Georgio's Cafe International or visit Toledo History Museum, 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 Toledo, OH, 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 Toledo, OH 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 Toledo, OH 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.
At least four municipalities have been impacted.TOLEDO, Ohio — If your trash and recycling hasn't been collected yet and it normally is by now, local officials are asking that you still leave your bins outside your residence, as collection is operating on a delay.After striking Republic Services workers from a Teamsters union in Illinois ...
At least four municipalities have been impacted.
TOLEDO, Ohio — If your trash and recycling hasn't been collected yet and it normally is by now, local officials are asking that you still leave your bins outside your residence, as collection is operating on a delay.
After striking Republic Services workers from a Teamsters union in Illinois picketed outside an Erie, Michigan plant on Tuesday, a work stoppage has put a collection delay in effect around the region. Though Teamsters Local 20, which represents the Erie plant, is not on strike, workers there did not cross the picket line as a show of solidarity for Local 179.
Ultimately, the situation resulted in a delay in service to some parts of northwest Ohio. This included:
Republic Services told WTOL 11 that all residential customers are experiencing a one-day delay, but said that the city of Maumee is being serviced on Thursday.
"We are focused on waste collection today but are asking customers to leave out all containers so we can collect recycling and bulk as our operations allow," the company said.
A city of Sylvania representative told WTOL 11 that they are making adjustments to collection operations, which includes bringing in additional Republic Service workers. The city said it expects to run on a one-day delay throughout the week as they catch up. Republics is requesting that bims not serviced this week in the city be brought to the curb Thursday night for collection on Friday and Saturday.
Likewise, Oregon has asked that residents who have Republic Service come on Thursday and Friday for trash, place all bins out Thursday evening, as all trash will be collected on Friday.
In Toledo, WTOL 11 observed Republic Services picking up trash on Burnham Avenue late Thursday morning.
Monclova Township said on Wednesday that its trash pickup would be delayed to Thursday. Monclova said in an email that no North Route recycling would be available this week, either, and encouraged the public to use county recycling drop off sites.
Republic Services trash and recycling pickup was suspended in Toledo and Maumee Tuesday, and resumed Wednesday.TOLEDO, Ohio — Republic Services experienced a work stoppage in northwest Ohio Tuesday morning. Now, we're learning that the one-day suspension in operations was a result of solidarity with other Re...
Republic Services trash and recycling pickup was suspended in Toledo and Maumee Tuesday, and resumed Wednesday.
TOLEDO, Ohio — Republic Services experienced a work stoppage in northwest Ohio Tuesday morning. Now, we're learning that the one-day suspension in operations was a result of solidarity with other Republic Services workers around the country who are on strike.
The work stoppage on Tuesday happened when workers from an Illinois Republic Services plant, who are on strike as a part of Teamsters 179, came to the Erie, Michigan plant to ask for the workers' solidarity. The union representing the Erie plant - Teamsters Local 20 - is not on strike.
According to the Teamsters, Republic Services refused to negotiate with striking workers, prompting a strike that is impacting unions in southern California, the Pacific Northwest and Illinois. The issue began in July in Massachusetts, when Teamsters said Republic Services refused to continue negotiations on wages, benefits and welfare.
Back home, Tuesday's work stoppage doesn't indicate Local 20 is on strike. Rather, workers showed solidarity by ceasing operations while a handful of workers from Local 179 picketed outside the facility.
And neighbors said the delay doesn't bother them, so long as it's short-lived.
"If it becomes an issue to two to three days then that's a problem, but I've never had that experience in 13 years that I've been doing this in Ohio," said Linda Grovers, a Toledo resident.
Meanwhile, the city of Toledo said trash pickup would operate on a one-day delay for the rest of the week. The city of Maumee asked residents to place their trash out on their scheduled day for pickup as operations resume.
Monclova Township also said its trash pickup would be delayed to Thursday. Monclova said in an email that no North Route recycling would be available this week, either, and encouraged the public to use county recycling drop off sites.
Editor's note: This story has been updated to include new information about trash pickup delays in Monclova.
The city of Maumee and the city of Toledo said modified service would resume on Wednesday.TOLEDO, Ohio — Waste and recycling services have been suspended in Toledo and Maumee Tuesday morning due to an "unanticipated" work stoppage from Republic Services, the cities said in social media posts.In a Facebook post made late Monday, the city of Maumee said the work stoppage has suspended all pickup services for Aug. 5, but that a "modified" service would resume on Wednesday, Aug. 6. However, customers "...
The city of Maumee and the city of Toledo said modified service would resume on Wednesday.
TOLEDO, Ohio — Waste and recycling services have been suspended in Toledo and Maumee Tuesday morning due to an "unanticipated" work stoppage from Republic Services, the cities said in social media posts.
In a Facebook post made late Monday, the city of Maumee said the work stoppage has suspended all pickup services for Aug. 5, but that a "modified" service would resume on Wednesday, Aug. 6. However, customers "will experience delays" in their regularly scheduled service, the city said.
The city of Toledo also said it would be impacted by a suspension of collection services. They would also be back to operations on Aug. 6, and will operate on a one-day delay for the rest of the week.
Additionally, Republic customers in Maumee and Toledo should leave their containers "out and accessible" until they are serviced.
"Republic Services apologizes for the inconvenience," the city of Maumee wrote in the post. "They are working to resume regular service as quickly as possible."
WTOL 11 has reached out to the city of Toledo to see if they have also been impacted by the work stoppage. We received the following statement:
"Service will resume on Wednesday, Aug. 6, operating on a one-day delay the rest of the week. Customers may experience additional delays in service. We are asking residents to please leave their containers out until they are serviced. Republic Services is working to resume regular service as quickly as possible."
WTOL 11 was at the scene of a picket line at Republic Services in Erie, Michigan. Workers on strike from Illinois' Teamsters Local 179 were picketing in the area for solidarity. So far, local workers are not on strike, but they have not crossed the picket line by leaving the facility.
Pictures from the facility as of Aug. 5 at 7 a.m. are below:
According to a press release from the Teamsters Union, more than 2,000 Teamsters are on strike against Republic Services across the country.
The president of Teamsters Local 179, Chris Richter, told WTOL 11 that the work stoppage is connected to the demonstration in Erie.
Richter said the Illinois workers' contracts expired on July 1, and they are hoping for an increase in wages and better working conditions. He said the support from local workers is what the Teamsters' brotherhood is all about.
Local Republic Services workers are represented by Teamsters Local 20. These workers approved a new contract that guaranteed strong pay increases, additional paid time off and improved work rules in May, according to the Teamsters' Facebook page.
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Republic Services will resume some garbage pick-up on Wednesday after services were canceled Tuesday. Local union drivers are trying to show their support for striking Teamsters.13 Action News crews saw trash trucks leaving the Republic Services’ facility in Monroe County, Michigan early Wednesday morning after Tuesday’s disruption to trash and recycling collection.A City of Toledo spokesperson said all routes are out Wednesday for refuse and recycling, but Republic Services won’t do bulk...
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Republic Services will resume some garbage pick-up on Wednesday after services were canceled Tuesday. Local union drivers are trying to show their support for striking Teamsters.
13 Action News crews saw trash trucks leaving the Republic Services’ facility in Monroe County, Michigan early Wednesday morning after Tuesday’s disruption to trash and recycling collection.
A City of Toledo spokesperson said all routes are out Wednesday for refuse and recycling, but Republic Services won’t do bulk collection. They will have additional drivers on hand for Thursday, so bulk collection can resume then. Some residents may still see delays in pickup, so anticipate a holiday schedule with a one-day delay.
An update from the City of Maumee said residents can expect trash collection only on Wednesday, with no recycling or yard waste collection.
Cities including Toledo, Maumee and Sylvania were affected Tuesday, citing an “unanticipated work stoppage.” We’ve since learned that drivers are supporting Teamsters elsewhere who are striking against Republic Services.
City officials asked residents to keep their bins out until they are serviced. Sylvania, Maumee and Toledo said they expect service to resume on Wednesday. The City of Toledo said it will begin operating on a one-day delay for the rest of the week as replacement drivers will be used.
According to a social media post from Monclova Township, trash and recycling service has been suspended for Wednesday and trash service, not recycling, will occur on Thursday. According to the post, residents may see additional delays in service and people are urged to leave the trash out until collection is completed.
Monclova residents are also urged to seek county recycling drop-off locations if needed.
Local Teamsters drivers for Republic are standing in solidarity with other locals who are on strike against Republic Services, a Teamsters official told 13 Action News.
Teamsters Local 179 in Illinois is striking against Republic Services and has extended its picket line to the Republic office in Monroe County, Michigan. Local drivers in the Toledo region have a current contract, but they’re honoring the strike line of their fellow Teamsters.
Those protesting said they’re not sure how long they’re staying. Once they leave, local drivers will go back to work.
Some residents are frustrated about a delay that does not directly affect local workers.
“I get it. I’ve seen other places where it’s gotten out of control and i hope that they see that if it does get so out of control that they’ll realize that ‘hey, OK we showed out support and now it’s time to get back to our community and help our community,’” said Toledo resident Brianna Pollauf.
“It’s not even our local guys. It’s somebody a couple of states away. That’s malarkey,” said Toledo resident Bill Pugh.
Republic Services apologized for the inconvenience, the two city announcements said.
Toledo officials say some collection will resume on Wednesday with replacement drivers. Delays can be expected as Tuesday’s garbage will be collected on Wednesday. The city is treating it like a holiday schedule and pickup is delayed one day.
“How long’s it gonna be here? Maybe a day I can put up with it. After that, I don’t like it,” said Pugh.
“We just got back from camping, so we went through the shed and cleaned and on vacation and cleaning everything. It’s just a really bad week to have extra garbage,” said Pollauf
13 Action News reached out to Republic Services and received the following statement:
“Republic Services is in contract negotiations with the union representing a small number of our employees in Illinois. A few of those employees are picketing outside our Toledo hauling location, and our local union employees are choosing not to cross this picket line, which is disrupting service.
We are making adjustments to our operations, including bringing in additional Republic Services employees to assist with collections. Today’s scheduled collection routes will be picked up on Wednesday, and we expect to run on a one-day delay throughout the week as we catch up. We are asking customers to leave their containers out until they are serviced.
We apologize to our customers for the inconvenience and are working hard to resume normal operations as quickly as we can."
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Tenants at the Collingwood Boulevard high-rise were told their leases are ending Aug. 8 due to severe water leaks and safety concerns.TOLEDO, Ohio — About 100 residents at a Toledo high-rise are scrambling to relocate after the building’s management issued a sudden order to vacate, citing severe plumbing and water damage that they say makes it unsafe to remain.Tenants at Executive Towers, located at 1920 Collingwood Blvd., were notified in writing o...
Tenants at the Collingwood Boulevard high-rise were told their leases are ending Aug. 8 due to severe water leaks and safety concerns.
TOLEDO, Ohio — About 100 residents at a Toledo high-rise are scrambling to relocate after the building’s management issued a sudden order to vacate, citing severe plumbing and water damage that they say makes it unsafe to remain.
Tenants at Executive Towers, located at 1920 Collingwood Blvd., were notified in writing on Monday, Aug. 4, that they must move out by Friday, Aug. 8. In a letter, Denizen Management said unresolved water leaks throughout the 12-story building have made it impossible to conduct a full professional evaluation while the property is occupied.
The notice states that under the building’s lease agreement, management has the right to terminate leases with written notice if “catastrophic damage” or dangerous repair conditions arise.
The vacate order follows a city inspection conducted July 30, which identified serious violations at the property.
In a letter issued Aug. 1, the City of Toledo Code Enforcement Division cited the building for unsafe plumbing, stagnant water in multiple areas - including the elevator shaft - and extensive interior water damage from roof leaks, failing HVAC systems, and flooding inside apartments and common spaces.
Photos and reports from the inspection described collapsed ceiling tiles, soaked carpets, visible mildew and standing water in hallways and resident units. In one case, inspectors documented a resident using buckets and towels to catch rainwater that regularly seeped into their apartment.
While inspectors issued emergency orders requiring the removal of standing water within 72 hours, the city did not declare the building unfit for human habitation.
“To be clear, we didn’t declare the building unfit for human habitation,” said Rachel Hart, spokesperson for the city of Toledo. “We will work with the property managers on a plan to resolve the violations.”
The city also corrected an error in the inspection report: while it initially noted 48 occupied units, the actual number is 102 units occupied, with 48 vacant.
Denizen Management, based in Carmel, Indiana, oversees more than 3,500 residential units in Ohio, Indiana, and Nebraska. The company promotes a personalized approach to property management but is not accredited by the Better Business Bureau and has received multiple complaints in recent years regarding service and communication.
In Toledo, Denizen also manages Beacon Place Apartments, located less than a mile from Executive Towers, where lease transfers are being offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
The issue at Executive Towers follows recent 11 Investigates reports into how out-of-state and investment firms have increasingly acquired residential properties in Toledo, squeezing local home buyers and renters. Notably, Riparian Management, an out-of-state LLC, made headlines this summer for purchasing 115 residential properties for approximately $8.2 million, making it the largest individual property owner in Lucas County.
The investigation highlighted concerns that such large-scale acquisitions by external investors often lead to rising rents, reduced local ownership, and deferred property maintenance, as evidenced in multiple reports from tenants across the city.
The situation at Executive Towers - where residents were abruptly ordered to vacate amid unresolved water damage and initial concerns over management’s limited relocation support - reflects broader patterns seen in Toledo: When landlords outside the community hold significant control, it can complicate communication, accountability and timely resolution of building issues.
While Denizen Management has offered some tenants the option to transfer their leases to Beacon Place Apartments, also under their management, residents tell WTOL 11 they’ve received little hands-on support or relocation assistance.
Management’s letter states that security deposits will be returned, rent will be prorated, and references will be available upon request. Tenants with questions are encouraged to call the leasing office at 419-243-8128 or email [email protected].
The City of Toledo recommends residents who have questions about their rights contact Legal Aid of Northwest Ohio, which specializes in tenant-landlord issues.
Denizen has not responded to WTOL’s request for further comment on whether residents will receive temporary housing or financial assistance during the displacement.
WTOL 11 will continue to follow developments and publish updates as they become available.
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