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 Lincoln Highway Historic Marker 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 New Carlisle, 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 Memorial 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 The Chef's Table or visit E.S.T./C.S.T. Time Zone Sign, 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 New Carlisle, 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 New Carlisle, 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 New Carlisle, 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.
Two workers were taken to hospital after a fire at the site of a new $11 billion Amazon data center in New Carlisle, Indiana.The incident took place on Thursday morning at the site of the data center on Edison Road, New Carlisle.Firefighters were called to the scene after reports of two victims sustaining injuries in a construction accident.Further information then reached the crews that one of the buildings on the site, SBN AWS Building 104, was filled with smoke.A spokesperson for the New Carlisle Fire Departmen...
Two workers were taken to hospital after a fire at the site of a new $11 billion Amazon data center in New Carlisle, Indiana.
The incident took place on Thursday morning at the site of the data center on Edison Road, New Carlisle.
Firefighters were called to the scene after reports of two victims sustaining injuries in a construction accident.
Further information then reached the crews that one of the buildings on the site, SBN AWS Building 104, was filled with smoke.
A spokesperson for the New Carlisle Fire Department told local news network WNDU that fire fighters found a significant amount of smoke in the building and the surrounding area.
The area had been evacuated, but two workers had sustained injuries and had to be airlifted from the scene and taken to hospital.
Fire crews found no active fire at the site, and are investigating the cause of the incident.
Amazon broke ground on the data center, which will be used by its cloud platform AWS, in October 2024. News of the development first emerged in April 2024, with the final seal of approval from planners arriving in August.
Several buildings on the site have already been completed, but the entire project is expected to take up to a decade to complete. The campus could feature 22 buildings at full build-out, and Amazon says it will create 1,000 jobs.
A spokesperson for AWS said: "A small fire at the construction site of a non-operational facility was quickly contained today. Safety is our top priority, and we’re thankful to local first responders for their swift action."
NEW CARLISLE, Ind. (WSBT) — It was a packed house at Olive Elementary as people in New Carlisle learned more and gave feedback about a potential new community and athletic center.Many at the meeting appreciate being able to give feedback before any plans are made, saying it shows the commitment to building a center that is based on the community's needs."That's very important that they'd come out and actually did this and let us walk around and look at these little tables, and pick where we think the site should be a...
NEW CARLISLE, Ind. (WSBT) — It was a packed house at Olive Elementary as people in New Carlisle learned more and gave feedback about a potential new community and athletic center.
Many at the meeting appreciate being able to give feedback before any plans are made, saying it shows the commitment to building a center that is based on the community's needs.
"That's very important that they'd come out and actually did this and let us walk around and look at these little tables, and pick where we think the site should be and the style and the architecture of it and the items that are going to be in the facility, I think that's very helpful, and that they're going to take all of our ideas into consideration," Rosie Michiaels said.
There's still plenty of time for to gather feedback with Phase 1 of the project expected to start in January.
Michelle Genslinger works at a senior care facility in the city and says with recent developments such as the GM/Samsung battery plant and Amazon Data Center happening nearby, the center would serve multiple ages, groups, and types of residents in the community.
"Senior programs, senior exercising, you know, different things like that. I mean, there's not, we do a lot of things too, but we would like to be more involved with the community and have our seniors involved with the community," Genslinger said.
Some raising concerns including who would be paying for maintenance of the facility. Another person adding while he does think it would be a big asset to the community, right now there are bigger priorities for the city.
"I know that the kids don't want to hear this, the school kids don't want to hear this, but I think the focus right now should be on getting affordable housing in this area for the incoming workforce," Dan Caruso said.
There will be another information session on May 15 at New Prairie High School.
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1 of 2 Proposed plan for a South Shore Line station west of the underpass in New CarlisleMarch 31 presentation to NICTD Board2 of 2 Proposed plan for a South Shore Line station east of the underpass in New CarlisleMarch 31 presentation to NICTD BoardThe South Shore Line continues looking into possible changes to the east end of the railroad.The Northern Indiana Community Transportation District Board got an update Monday on a feasibility study to bring back a station in New Carlisle. Mariana M...
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Proposed plan for a South Shore Line station west of the underpass in New Carlisle
March 31 presentation to NICTD Board
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Proposed plan for a South Shore Line station east of the underpass in New Carlisle
March 31 presentation to NICTD Board
The South Shore Line continues looking into possible changes to the east end of the railroad.
The Northern Indiana Community Transportation District Board got an update Monday on a feasibility study to bring back a station in New Carlisle. Mariana Madison with Antero Group said two sites are being considered near the U.S. 20 railroad underpass.
St. Joseph County already owns most of the land on the east side of the underpass. But the site west of the underpass is preferred by the town's comprehensive plan, and the Indiana Department of Transportation thinks it might be easier for traffic flow.
"It’s located on the same side of the street as what we anticipate being the pedestrian connection, which is this tunnel underneath the rail here," Madison added. "We don’t know for sure if that will be a tunnel or an overhead crossing, but that’s something that we’re looking into now."
Madison said two other sites were suggested by local residents, but were found to not be feasible.
More than half of those who responded to an online survey of area residents said they'd use a New Carlisle station, while another 25 percent said "maybe." Some of the most important considerations for respondents were parking, safety and security. Madison said they're also looking into how many people would ride the train into New Carlisle for the new jobs coming to the area.
Plans are also moving forward on a shorter route to South Bend Airport. Currently, trains head slightly past the airport and then circle back to approach the terminal from the east.
NICTD President Mike Noland said engineering work and an updated environmental assessment are almost complete. Now, attention is turning to funding the realignment, which is expected to cost $112 million.
Noland told board members that the railroad has already applied for a couple of federal grants, even though no one seems to know when funding might become available. "I know good projects ultimately get funded, and we should not be sitting on the sidelines waiting until we know exactly what’s going to happen," Noland said.
He noted that the Department of Government Efficiency, federal budget discussions and next year's Surface Transportation Reauthorization are all factors — on top of the typical uncertainty with the transition of presidential administrations.
In the meantime, Noland said the railroad is working to secure local funding from the state of Indiana, St. Joseph County and the city of South Bend. There's also been interest from the private sector, including the University of Notre Dame and 1st Source Bank.
NEW CARLISLE — Local developer Pat Matthews wants to build a housing development at U.S. 20 and Spruce Road to support the expected growth of workers at Amazon&...
NEW CARLISLE — Local developer Pat Matthews wants to build a housing development at U.S. 20 and Spruce Road to support the expected growth of workers at Amazon’s data centers and the GM/Samsung SDI battery plant.
Hedgecroft Village would offer about 250 single-family homes and about 250 apartments.
It would go on a 69-acre rectangular parcel of farmland that’s split through the middle by Taylor Ditch, which will make for a divided development.
On April 8, the St. Joseph County Council will vote on a measure to rezone the land, northeast of U.S. 20 and Spruce, from agricultural to a planned unit development.
The rezoning already has gained favorable votes from both the council’s Land Use Planning Committee on Tuesday, March 25, and from the county’s Area Plan Commission on Tuesday, March 18.
New Carlisle resident Mary Countryman raised concern at the Area Plan meeting, suggesting that this would be “leapfrog development” that’s disconnected from the town, an isolated housing complex that’s surrounded by farming. Resident Dan Caruso noted that the town plan calls for mixed residential development in that area, not the businesses that Hedgecroft might include, and that the town would rather have businesses in the downtown area.
At the county council committee meeting, council member Bryan Tanner asked why the developer chose a site for housing that’s two miles away from downtown New Carlisle and not closer.
Stephen Studer, an attorney representing the developer, responded that it was a matter of land that became “available.”
Studer compared Hedgecroft to Heritage Square in Granger, except that it would focus primarily on housing.
It would also feature some “neighborhood commercial” uses, such as possibly an ice cream shop, restaurants, child care and such, county planner Carl Brown-Grimm noted.
The ditch would remain and would split the development into two halves. Drawings show a single bridge crossing over the ditch.
The developer’s plans describe it as a “walkable village” with a “village green” and with a path along Taylor Ditch that could tie into the potential Continental Divide paved trail, which the county is exploring as a link between the area’s new industrial growth and a corridor of natural areas.
The water main on U.S. 20 doesn’t have enough capacity now to support the development, New Carlisle town engineer Jared Huss said. Because that water main feeds the Cleveland Cliffs plant, it’s already at capacity.
But Huss said officials are already discussing plans to provide water. Options include making improvements to the Cleveland Cliffs water plant or connecting to the water plant at the St. Joseph Energy Center.
Studer said Hedgecroft would draw an estimated 180,000 gallons per day when fully built. He added that it would take five to 10 years to fully build it out.
South Bend Tribune reporter Joseph Dits can be reached at 574-235-6158 or [email protected].
Two people were injured and airlifted for treatment following a fire Thursday at the Amazon Web Services data center construction site west of South Bend.The New Carlisle Fire Department responded around 11:30 a.m. April 24 to the 31100 block of Edison Road on the ...
Two people were injured and airlifted for treatment following a fire Thursday at the Amazon Web Services data center construction site west of South Bend.
The New Carlisle Fire Department responded around 11:30 a.m. April 24 to the 31100 block of Edison Road on the report of two victims injured in a construction incident, The Tribune's reporting partners at WNDU-TV said.
At this time, the fire department received reports indicating that Building 104 was filled with smoke and saw people evacuating the area, WNDU reported. Fire crews who investigated the source of the smoke didn't find an active fire, WNDU said.
Amazon is currently conducting final inspections on three of the seven buildings built on the north side of Indiana 2 in an $11 billion project that includes about 3,000 workers. In all, 11 structures are being built on both sides of Indiana 2 with seven more anticipated to be completed by the end of the year.
Two workers who were injured in the incident were treated on the scene by responding medics but were airlifted to the hospital due the severity of their injuries, WNDU said. No further information was provided regarding the condition of the injured workers or what caused their injuries.
The Tribune reached out to Amazon for comment but did not hear back by Friday morning.
This article will be updated when more information is made available.
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