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 Door Prairie Barn 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 La Porte, IN 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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“We used ABC several years ago for my dad, after he had a stroke. I called a few months ago to set up a care plan for my elderly mom. She had a hip replaced, and lives alone. I knew we would feel better having someone there to help her and visit with her until she could get up and around on her own. ABC works through our scheduling nightmares (mom tends to send people home early, and tell them not to come back)….and they have been SO patient with our ever changing and increasing needs for mom. Their response time and communication are impeccable!!”
“We used ABC several years ago for my dad, after he had a stroke. I called a few months ago to set up a care plan for my elderly mom. She had a hip replaced, and lives alone. I knew we would feel better having someone there to help her and visit with her until she could get up and around on her own. ABC works through our scheduling nightmares (mom tends to send people home early, and tell them not to come back)….and they have been SO patient with our ever changing and increasing needs for mom. Their response time and communication are impeccable!!”
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“Hi my name is Linda and I've been working with always best care for 2 years now and it's a great atmosphere I like coming in to work meeting new people. It's a place that's kind friendly and it makes you feel at home it makes you feel that you're working with people that understand you know you're different needs your different hours and if something come up they are there to help you with anything that you need help with it's a great company I'm so glad I signed up with the company I signed up a little bit after the pandemic and I just needed somewhere that I could really consider myself at home or I find a home and I have I'm amazed at how the people are so nice when you talk to them on the phone how nice they are friendly you can tell this saying it with a smile I enjoy working there I tell people ask me where I work at always best care they like what yeah always best care yes it's a nice company sign up with it you won't regret it I'm glad I do it I'm really glad I did”
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“I've had caregivers for about 5 years now. Only having been disappointed and frustrated. Since Always Best Care came into my life, my worries have ended. I never knew if previous caregivers were going to show up, or do what I needed. Everytime they would complete a task, they would sit down and be on their phone. Kari and Jamisha finish a task and right to the next. No problems. My mind has been put at ease. They are very professional yet so so friendly. They ask, what else they can do for me. I also have my ABC emergency call button. Now I have peace of mind if an emergency should arise. My case coordinator Stephanie Stevens. Stays right on top of my case. Thank you so much for making my life easier. I have recommended your company to others that may need assistance in the future.”
“Carole is an excellent caring professional. She has been extremely helpful in advising us and in scheduling care. With respect to the caregivers, we have no complaints. We want to give a special thank you to Rhona for her time and effort in creating a special bond with our mother.”
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 Kesling Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local T-Bones Pier Eleven or visit Long Live La Porte (Mural), 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 La Porte, IN, 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 La Porte, IN 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 La Porte, IN 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 Michigan City High School, leadership is more than just a concept. It's a daily practice carried out by students like Senior Ayana Malone and Sophomore Donavin Kappel. Both are helping shape the school’s culture by amplifying student voices and building new channels for meaningful communication.Malone, who has spent the last two years involved in student leadership programs, helped create a new town hall themed initiative. These meetings, launching next school year, will allow students from all grade levels to share their tho...
At Michigan City High School, leadership is more than just a concept. It's a daily practice carried out by students like Senior Ayana Malone and Sophomore Donavin Kappel. Both are helping shape the school’s culture by amplifying student voices and building new channels for meaningful communication.
Malone, who has spent the last two years involved in student leadership programs, helped create a new town hall themed initiative. These meetings, launching next school year, will allow students from all grade levels to share their thoughts directly with student leaders and, in turn, school administrators.
“I think my voice has personally been heard because Donavin Kappel and I started the town hall idea,” Malone said. “It’s a way for students to voice their opinions to us, and we’ll relay them to our superintendent and the strategic planning group.”
Malone feels that the collaboration between students and adults is key to building a lasting impact.
“Sometimes adults think their ideas are always the correct ones just because they’re adults,” Malone said. “When children and adults work together, it makes a better outcome and a better impact.”
Her leadership extends beyond planning meetings. Malone recently spoke to incoming Early College freshmen and their parents about the realities of the program.
“It was amazing,” Malone said. “I felt like I was inspiring the incoming freshmen. I wanted them to know that even though the program is hard, it’s worth it.”
Malone earned the Indiana College Core (ICC) certification and is graduating with more than 30 college credits. This fall, she will attend Purdue University on a full tuition Posse Leadership Scholarship. She plans to major in psychology or social work, with hopes of working with children in a clinical setting.
For Kappel, student leadership is a new but passionate pursuit. Encouraged by his counselor, he joined at the beginning of the school year and quickly saw the importance of advocacy.
“What we’re doing now will help many generations to come,” Kappel said. “It helps people express themselves in ways they didn’t know they could.”
He was motivated to speak out after noticing gaps in how students were being taught.
“I found myself being able to teach myself like I was being taught by the teacher,” Kappel said. “Now I’ve seen more ways of solving problems—whether it’s hands-on, through voice or visuals.”
Kappel believes those changes came from both teachers adjusting and school leadership listening.
“Some teachers might not have known there was a better way to do it,” Kappel said. “Now they’re showing us different ways so more students can understand.”
Outside of schoolwork, Kappel works at Chick-fil-A in Michigan City and Greenbush Brewery in Michigan. He’s also involved in Student Council, Den Club, and the class steering committee. He recently ran for vice president of Student Council and was selected as Den Leader, helping organize student sections and events that spotlight athletes.
“Follow your dreams,” Kappel said. “That’s what I’m doing now, and I wouldn’t change anything.”
Malone and Kappel may be in different stages of high school, but both are committed to creating a school environment where student voices of every grade level are not only welcomed but valued. Their leadership today is shaping a stronger tomorrow for Michigan City High School.
Baseball Visions of an upset: La Porte plays top-ranked Penn even before a five-run, sixth-inning outburst 1 of 6 ...
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Cody Benedict of La Porte connects on a pitch Monday against Penn.
La Porte coach Scott Upp watches as CT Rusboldt warms up Monday against Penn.
Keli Hay of La Porte awaits a fly ball in Monday’s game with Penn.
Pedro Garcia of La Porte awaits the throw as Penn’s River Pecina slides in safely.
La Porte’s Ayden Langager slides in at the plate during a five-run fourth inning Monday against Penn.
LAPORTE – It’s been 25 minutes since Class 4A No. 1 Penn ended LaPorte’s baseball season 10-5 in the Class 4A Sectional 3 final and the Slicers aren’t leaving the dugout.
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Wings Etc. Grill & Pub is opening a new location in La Porte on Tuesday. To celebrate, the restaurant is giving a select few customers free wings for a year.Franchisees Lance and Staton Stephens are offering a year of free wings to the first 50 dine-in guests at the grand opening of their new location at 1023 S. Broadway. Doors open at 11 a.m. at the restaurant, the second Wings Etc. in Texas and the first in the Houston area. Eligible guests must be 18 or older.“We’re excited to introduce the Houston region to ...
Wings Etc. Grill & Pub is opening a new location in La Porte on Tuesday. To celebrate, the restaurant is giving a select few customers free wings for a year.
Franchisees Lance and Staton Stephens are offering a year of free wings to the first 50 dine-in guests at the grand opening of their new location at 1023 S. Broadway. Doors open at 11 a.m. at the restaurant, the second Wings Etc. in Texas and the first in the Houston area. Eligible guests must be 18 or older.
“We’re excited to introduce the Houston region to the Big Flavor of the Wings Etc. menu,” Lance Stephens said in a statement.
The brand has 80 stores in the Midwest and South after being founded in northern Indiana in 1994. The Houston location is 3,090 square feet and will feature 24 big-screen TVs, a pickup window for online orders, family dining and a full-service bar. The brand describes itself as being “built for game days, quick stops and great times with family and friends.”
“We expect our new restaurant to quickly become a staple in the community, and we’re committed to continuing the Wings Etc. tradition of giving back to the community," Stephens said.
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Wings Etc.’s menu highlights its signature jumbo wings and 22 sauces and rubs. It also offers burgers, salads, wraps, appetizers, seafood and more. Its beverage offerings include signature cocktails as well as more than 15 beers in bottles or on tap. The restaurant will offer daily food and drink specials, and lunch specials Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The La Porte location expects to employ 25. Hours will be 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday.
Lance Stephens is a Texas native with experience in hospitality and restaurants. This will be his and Staton’s first Wings Etc. franchise.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Lance and Staton to the Wings Etc. family,” Wings Etc. CEO Rob Hensmann said in a statement. “And we know that Texans will be thrilled to welcome Wings Etc. to the region. We’re grateful for the warm welcome and the chance to share our great menu and friendly service with a new community.”
Residents have reported yellow or brown water, flooding issues, and being forced to pay for repairs they shouldn’t have been charged for. (Provided photo) *WARNING: Next image may be disturbing.*LAPORTE COUNTY, IN (WSBT) — The Indiana Attorney General filed a lawsuit against a LaPorte mobile home park owner citing deplorable conditions.The suit targets the owner and operator of Deerfield Estates Mobile Home Park.Residents have reported yellow or brown water, flooding issues, and being forced to pay for repair...
Residents have reported yellow or brown water, flooding issues, and being forced to pay for repairs they shouldn’t have been charged for. (Provided photo) *WARNING: Next image may be disturbing.*
LAPORTE COUNTY, IN (WSBT) — The Indiana Attorney General filed a lawsuit against a LaPorte mobile home park owner citing deplorable conditions.
The suit targets the owner and operator of Deerfield Estates Mobile Home Park.
Residents have reported yellow or brown water, flooding issues, and being forced to pay for repairs they shouldn’t have been charged for. (WSBT video)
Attorney General Todd Rokita says people living there have to deal with dirty water, low pressure, extended shutoffs, and a lack of proper oversight.
Residents have reported yellow or brown water, flooding issues, and being forced to pay for repairs they shouldn’t have been charged for.
It’s a common complaint among Deerfield estate residents, frequent water leaks leading to brown water resulting in residents having to buy bottled water or filters.
"Our water is terrible," said an anonymous resident.
At Deerfield Estates Mobile Home Park, residents say water leaks occur more often than not.
"We've lived here for 17 years, but the water's always had issues, but the water's only brown when they have water leaks," said an anonymous resident.
The uninhabitable living conditions have forced Attorney General Todd Rokita to file a civil lawsuit.
Rokita says, "Hoosiers deserve safe and livable housing, plain and simple."
"You fill the bathtub up and the water is either brown or gray. It’s never clear, so where is this water coming from? We don’t drink it, we buy bottled water. I don’t even give my pets this water," said an anonymous resident.
The lawsuit filed also alleges residents had no one to contact regarding maintenance concerns for a period of time and improperly billed residents for water leaks.
"They get one water bill for this whole park, right. They divide it between everybody who lives here. I live alone, but I’m paying the same as the lady with six kids, that’s not fair and I shouldn’t have to pay for their leaks," said an anonymous resident.
Residents say leaks also cause flooding around mobile homes, which is also stated in the lawsuit.
"This is all about justice for Hoosiers who have been let down by a landlord prioritizing profits over people," Attorney General Todd Rokita said. "We are holding Deerfield Estates accountable and fighting to protect the rights of Indiana families."
Residents just want answers to continued unresolved problems.
"It's just the conditions in general and this company that's in New York doesn't care. They just want your money, because if you're late on rent, they're on you in ten seconds, but they don't wanna do anything for you," said an anonymous resident.
The lawsuit looks to get restitution for those impacted here, civil penalties, and orders the owners to repair the water lines.
WSBT 22 also contacted Nelson Communities, the property owner, but have yet to hear back.
The City of La Porte clinched its third consecutive championship at the annual La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP) Olympics, edging out more than a dozen local businesses and organizations in a week of friendly competition.The contest tested teams in events such as kickball, dodgeball, pickleball, cornhole, Euchre, and trivia. Heading into the final day, the La Porte County Public Library trailed by just one point, but a clutch first-place finish in dodgeball secured the City’s title with 19 total points – fou...
The City of La Porte clinched its third consecutive championship at the annual La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP) Olympics, edging out more than a dozen local businesses and organizations in a week of friendly competition.
The contest tested teams in events such as kickball, dodgeball, pickleball, cornhole, Euchre, and trivia. Heading into the final day, the La Porte County Public Library trailed by just one point, but a clutch first-place finish in dodgeball secured the City’s title with 19 total points – four ahead of the library’s 15.
“When you win, there’s always expectations, so we just control what we can control,” La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody said. “It was fantastic to see all of the different teams and businesses from across the community participating. I think everybody had a great time, and it’s fun with that competitive edge to things.”
BOSS Industries rounded out the podium with nine points, while the inaugural champions at Horizon Bank finished fourth with eight points. Larson-Danielson Construction closed out the top five with six points.
The event is all about capturing the spirit of friendliness, with LEAP aiming to offer competitors a chance to bond with each other and their neighbors outside of the usual business hours.
“Our goal at LEAP is to advocate for business, and what we love about this event is that it gives businesses a chance to come together in a friendly and fun way,” Michael Riehle, president of business services for LEAP, said. “It also creates an opportunity for teams to build teamwork and camaraderie within their own companies. It takes them out of their comfort zone and gives them a chance to have a little fun.”
Teams consisted of employees, board members, and immediate family members aged 15 and up. LEAP hopes that the Olympics give members of the business community the chance to learn more about their neighbors and what they are like when they are not talking shop.
“It was a lot of fun, but I can’t say I’m not sore,” Gregory Pietsch, civic and events director for La Porte, said. “It’s a great experience getting to play sports and events with people that we typically don’t get the chance to interact with every day. We’ve got a great city of people.”
Dermody, for his part, was excited to see the enthusiasm from every team.
“I think it’s about the culture here in La Porte, everybody believes in the future of this community,” he said. “We see this city continuing to expand, and when you look at all the progress that’s happening, the infrastructure and new opportunities, you can’t help but get excited. I’ve said since day one that La Porte, my hometown, is the place to be. We’re just excited to have everyone working together to make it the best place it can be for its residents.”
The City of La Porte is already eyeing a fourth straight championship next year, but Riehle believes the other competitors are ready to put the pressure on.
“I think people are starting to gear up,” he said. “The library put in a good effort this year, and really tried to take the City off the pedestal. The City’s definitely up to the challenge, but there’s going to be a lot of people gunning for them next year.”
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