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 Clearwater Beach Clearwater, Florida in Clearwater, FL 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 Clearwater, FL 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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“Arianna and her team were absolutely amazing! They really helped me and my family when”
“I recently met with Arianna and her professionalism was beyond compare. Her knowledge of the”
“I can highly recommend Sherry and her team of caregivers they are prompt, thorough, friendly”
“Great experience! My husband has dementia and his caregiver, Cole, sent by ABC is”
“I can’t speak highly enough about Arianna. She is so professional, but leads with such”
“Always Best Care Senior Services gets a full five stars from me! If Google allowed six,”
“Tiffany and Tatriana are both my caregivers they are both highly professional compassionate and I”
“Tiffany is my mothers care giver! She is always respectful and super helpful. She helps”
“Tiffany is my caregiver and I don't know what I would do without her. She”
“Excellent service . Staff professional and competent No issues whatsoever”
“Sherry and her team have been the perfect fit for my folks, who can be…”
“Always Best Care did a tremendous job in taking care of my grandma. She has”
“Literally the best. They helped take the best of care of my grandparents!! Can’t thank”
“Always Best Care has gone above and beyond in helping my grandmother with her health”
“Always Best Care has been such a blessing for our family. Their team has taken”
“Sherry has been absolutely wonderful! She is caring and understanding and very attentive to needs.”
“Caring and trustworthy! Elizabeth and Allison always make sure my father’s shifts are covered. They”
“Excellent agency, Great bosses and competitive pay, great service with your caregivers”
“We have used Always Best Senior Care many times. Their service has always exceeded our”
“Maria has been the best caregiver I had for in home care from Always Best”
“ABC was a life saver for my family and me. The care givers were all”
“had very good service with wonderful caring workers for my mom”
“Let me start off by saying that Always Best Care is the best home health”
“If you’re looking for care for a loved one, or a job as a caregiver”
“Always best care tarpon Springs office has been a life saver with caring for my”
“Cyndi is an extraordinary caregiver and ABC service has been reliable, responsive and outstanding.”
“I'm a HHA for this company and there amazing people to work for!!”
“I'm a former employee of ABC and I had an awesome experience working with them.”
“Cyndi is an extraordinary caregiver and ABC service has been reliable, responsive and outstanding.”
“I have used Always Best Care for two extended periods. All the staff assigned to”
“Raina King is a true angel, a gift from God. Our beloved Grandmother passed away”
“Raina King is a true angel, a gift from God. Our beloved Grandmother passed away”
“I love working for for ABC. The owner's are very compassionate about their clients and”
“I’ve worked for Always Best Care going on a year. I love Jeri and Keith,”
“Keith and Jeri are angels that walk among us. My in-laws have been receiving care”
“ABC is a well managed and high quality home health care service. All the workers”
“Always Best Care of Tarpon Springs has given me peace of mind knowing that my”
“They were exceptional with customer service, home care, staffing and reasonable pricing. They were excellent to work with and family oriented. I highly recommend using their services.”
“Arianna and her team were absolutely amazing! They really helped me and my family when we needed companionship for my grandma!”
“I recently met with Arianna and her professionalism was beyond compare. Her knowledge of the benefits to assist seniors is remarkable. I also met with Sherry, the Owner/Ceo and her ability to make you feel comfortable, and her compassion is evident- they are a true leader in their respective field. I would highly recommend Always Best Care. I work in the Senior industry and feel confident in referring to this top-notch Agency.”
“I can highly recommend Sherry and her team of caregivers they are prompt, thorough, friendly and professional. I hired them to assist my aging Mother with her ambulatory challenges and light housework that she can no longer perform. Always Best was there for us and provided a bridge to specialized care for Mom when we needed it most.”
“Great experience! My husband has dementia and his caregiver, Cole, sent by ABC is the perfect match. Caring, totally respectful we can highly recommend the services of Always Best Care.”
“I can’t speak highly enough about Arianna. She is so professional, but leads with such compassion and care. I know if I call her to help with a resident, I can trust she is going over and beyond to make sure loved ones and families get the best care they deserve!”
“Always Best Care Senior Services gets a full five stars from me! If Google allowed six, I’d use it. The team is professional, reliable, and genuinely caring. Communication is smooth, and they make everything feel easy and stress-free. They don’t just provide care—they truly care. Highly recommend! ????”
“Tiffany and Tatriana are both my caregivers they are both highly professional compassionate and I could not live without them. I'm so thankful for Always Best Care for sending me them. The company is the very best health care agency I've ever had. Big Thank you Tiffany and Tatriana for all that you do for me.”
“Tiffany is my mothers care giver! She is always respectful and super helpful. She helps out my mother so much along with one of my moms friends! She is passionate about her job , she takes everyone’s thoughts and feelings seriously. If you have someone you love that is associated with Always Best Care , just know that if you get Tiffany as a care giver she will always satisfy your family’s health care needs ❤️”
“Tiffany is my caregiver and I don't know what I would do without her. She always uplifts me and encourages me every day with her smile, positivity and super awesome help!!! She goes above and beyond and treats me like she would her own mother. I love her so much! She is the best caregiver I have ever had!!!!????????❤️”
“Excellent service . Staff professional and competent No issues whatsoever”
“Sherry and her team have been the perfect fit for my folks, who can be… a handful. The professionalism, understanding, patience, and kindness shown by ABC greatly enhances their quality of life, not to mention the family’s peace of mind.”
“Always Best Care did a tremendous job in taking care of my grandma. She has never been the biggest “people person” and she had no complaints about the level of care she received. It took a lot of trust for me to make this decision to move her, but I fully supported everything Always Best Care stands for and they made the transition so smooth. Absolutely impeccable staff, 11/10 recommend!”
“Literally the best. They helped take the best of care of my grandparents!! Can’t thank them enough!!”
“Always Best Care has gone above and beyond in helping my grandmother with her health needs. Special shout to Arianna Franklin for always reaching out and checking in, she’s one of a kind!”
“Always Best Care has been such a blessing for our family. Their team has taken wonderful care of my grandmother with so much kindness, patience, and respect. They’re reliable, responsive, and truly go above and beyond to make sure she’s comfortable and cared for. It’s been such a relief knowing she’s in good hands. I’m so grateful for their compassion and professionalism and we couldn’t ask for better support.”
“Sherry has been absolutely wonderful! She is caring and understanding and very attentive to needs. She has great follow up and follow through and you can tell they take pride in what that do! I would highly recommend to anyone with the need for home health assistance for yourself or a loved one????”
“Caring and trustworthy! Elizabeth and Allison always make sure my father’s shifts are covered. They are fantastic at always staying in communication and are so wonderful to work with. My father’s aides: Sharon, Lizette and Rose are incredibly kind, respectful, and caring. What they do matters and I feel so Blessed to have these Angels caring for my father. Over and beyond Stellar!!!????????????”
“Excellent agency, Great bosses and competitive pay, great service with your caregivers”
“We have used Always Best Senior Care many times. Their service has always exceeded our expectations. I would not hesitate to recommend them. I can not thank them enough for the care and support over the years!”
“Maria has been the best caregiver I had for in home care from Always Best Care in Tarpon Springs for over a year! She helps with the daily task, transportation and food preparation. All around wonderful service and well-trained caregiver. The difference is that she wants to help you, not just there to get paid. Maria is something special and a very good cook. I highly recommend Always Best Care for senior services. (Stephen Loyek)”
“ABC was a life saver for my family and me. The care givers were all fantastic. My step-mom’s final year and days and the quality of her life were certainly enhanced with the help of this awesome company. Everyone at the company, especially Lisa Crase was so helpful and compassionate. They were all here for us at a very difficult time. I would highly recommend this company if you need an easy and flexible care giver situation for a family member. I just really cannot thank ABC for everything they did for us. Nancy Chango, Tampa, FL”
“had very good service with wonderful caring workers for my mom”
“Let me start off by saying that Always Best Care is the best home health company I’ve ever worked for ! The management treats you like family , they are very considerate and understanding & they make sure we are treating our clients like family as well ! They help make sure that we are providing our clients with the best care possible by choosing the best caregiver that fits each client. Also , There is flexible scheduling where you can pick what schedule fits you best. I love this company because they show me every day that I am appreciated it.”
“If you’re looking for care for a loved one, or a job as a caregiver this is the best place. The owners are very hands on, and they service a wide area. I’ve been with the company for years, I’ve seen the work from staff and it’s amazing the way everyone comes together so that every client receives the best possible care.”
“Always best care tarpon Springs office has been a life saver with caring for my mother with dementia. Her caregiver Linda is so dedicated to her job, and my mom and me love her to death. She is very communicative, and passionate about what she does. My mom could not live independently if i did not have always best care and linda by her side. Also whenever speaking with scheduling and office staff- they are always helpful and friendly too! Thanks guys! Yall do amazing work!”
“Cyndi is an extraordinary caregiver and ABC service has been reliable, responsive and outstanding.”
“I'm a HHA for this company and there amazing people to work for!!”
“I'm a former employee of ABC and I had an awesome experience working with them. The office staff is very warm and welcoming. The owners, Keith and Jeri are super nice and personable. They recognize their employees every month, they also have different events where we could get together and socialize. I've learned so much more, that wasn't taught at "school". Not a bad company to work for.”
“Cyndi is an extraordinary caregiver and ABC service has been reliable, responsive and outstanding.”
“I have used Always Best Care for two extended periods. All the staff assigned to take care of my father were excellent and punctual. The office staff are great and have become great friends. I would recommend this company for the care of your family members.”
“Raina King is a true angel, a gift from God. Our beloved Grandmother passed away today and unfortunately we live far away. Raina was in constant communication with us through the entire journey. She gave great comfort to our loved one and we could not have been blessed with a better person to be by Gram’s side. God Bless you and all that you do. ????????❤️ Highly recommend.”
“Raina King is a true angel, a gift from God. Our beloved Grandmother passed away today and unfortunately we live far away. Raina was in constant communication with us through the entire journey. She gave great comfort to our loved one and we could not have been blessed with a better person to be by Gram’s side. God Bless you and all that you do. ????????❤️ Highly recommend.”
“I love working for for ABC. The owner's are very compassionate about their clients and caregivers. They go above and beyond to help those in need. I have 20+ years in healthcare and I have never worked with such an AMAZING team!”
“I’ve worked for Always Best Care going on a year. I love Jeri and Keith, very understanding. Rebeca, Natalie and Lisa, Also in the office, all listen to our needs and concerns. They are very understanding to all the caregivers, I feel like a big family with our clients. Working for this company is like having a very big extended family and I love it and would not give it up. And yes I would definitely and highly recommend Always Best Care of Tarpon Springs Florida. The extended family that I don’t have, but I do now. Thank you for letting me be a part of Always Best Care of Tarpon Springs Florida.”
“Keith and Jeri are angels that walk among us. My in-laws have been receiving care from Always Best since May 2019. They are in their 90’s and still in their own home. This has been a year of challenges as my mother-in-law has dementia and my father-in-law’s health has gotten more tenuous. Keith has taken my dad to the hospital and urgent care, grocery shopped for them and scrambled to provide aides on short notice after hospitalization. We live out of state and I have had to depend on them so much. Jeri and Keith go above and beyond and I trust them implicitly! I can’t say enough good about them and I know that they will be successful because they are ethical, caring and operate their business with the highest degree of integrity. We consider ourselves extremely fortunate to have been referred to them.”
“ABC is a well managed and high quality home health care service. All the workers have been consistently good and provide excellent care for our father. Rebeca has been awesome to ensure our needs are satisfied and that we always have the round the clock coverage we need.”
“Always Best Care of Tarpon Springs has given me peace of mind knowing that my mom is in good hands. She enjoys their services and I highly recommend them!”
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 Moccasin Lake Nature Park in Clearwater, FL 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 Salt Rock Grill or visit Clearwater Historical Society Museum and Cultural Center, 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 Clearwater, FL, 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 Clearwater, FL 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 Clearwater, FL 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.
CLEARWATER BEACH, Fla. — Clearwater Beach Bar, formerly known as Jamminz Beach Bar, has reopened after being closed for two years because of significant damage from Hurricane Helene.The bar held its official grand reopening Saturday. Staff said the first day went well and that they are looking forward to more people coming by to see the renovated space.“They knocked us down, but they couldn’t break us,” owner Peter Czajkowski said.Czajkowski said the storm left lasting memories, including seeing f...
CLEARWATER BEACH, Fla. — Clearwater Beach Bar, formerly known as Jamminz Beach Bar, has reopened after being closed for two years because of significant damage from Hurricane Helene.
The bar held its official grand reopening Saturday. Staff said the first day went well and that they are looking forward to more people coming by to see the renovated space.
“They knocked us down, but they couldn’t break us,” owner Peter Czajkowski said.
Czajkowski said the storm left lasting memories, including seeing floodwater inside the business on security cameras.
“I looked at my cameras and the bar was flooded,” Czajkowski said. “The water was over the bar. That was a pretty telling tale. The beer coolers were floating in the middle of the room.”
The repair work was extensive. The bar had to be completely gutted after water damaged much of the equipment.
Many businesses along Mandalay Avenue had to renovate after Hurricane Helene.
Customer Rob Smith said the bar is a place that brings people together.
“When something shuts down and you’re used to be a part of the community like this, you kind of miss it,” Smith said.
Smith said he is glad to see businesses in the area returning after the storms.
“Clearwater Beach has always been a great spot, but with everything that’s been going on since the hurricanes and the facelift that it’s taken on, it’s so much better now,” Smith said.
Czajkowski said reopening after two years will not be easy, but he believes in the bar’s vision and hopes to bring back longtime customers while welcoming tourists.
“We’re going to start from scratch,” Czajkowski said. “We’re going to bring those people back that love Jamminz, and we’re going to bring all the tourists in, and we’re going to try and create a great place for everybody to hang.”
Clearwater-based firm retires the Agent Link name and brings producer recruitment, market intelligence and its AffinityIQ platform under the XpandPro brand.CLEARWATER, FL, UNITED STATES, October 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Press Release: Agent Link Is Now XpandProFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAgent Link Completes Transition to XpandPro, Marking the Company’s Next Stage of GrowthAfter 17 years as Agent Link (agentlinkmarketing.com), the Clearwater recruitment and market intelligence firm is retiring its...
Clearwater-based firm retires the Agent Link name and brings producer recruitment, market intelligence and its AffinityIQ platform under the XpandPro brand.
CLEARWATER, FL, UNITED STATES, October 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Press Release: Agent Link Is Now XpandPro
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Agent Link Completes Transition to XpandPro, Marking the Company’s Next Stage of Growth
After 17 years as Agent Link (agentlinkmarketing.com), the Clearwater recruitment and market intelligence firm is retiring its original name and now operates fully under the XpandPro brand at xpandpro.com.
CLEARWATER, Fla. — October 28, 2026 — Agent Link (agentlinkmarketing.com), a longtime provider of recruitment and market intelligence services to the insurance and financial services industries, announced today that it has completed its transition to XpandPro (xpandpro.com) and is retiring the Agent Link name. The company first introduced the XpandPro brand for its software and services and now brings all of its work under one name, reflecting its evolution and expanded focus on helping organizations grow their distribution and producer force.
Founded in 2009 by Stu and Senia Gramajo, Agent Link has spent more than 17 years helping insurance carriers, IMOs, FMOs, BGAs, advisory firms and regional agencies connect with independent insurance producers and financial professionals.
In that time, the company has conducted conversations, surveys and recruiting interactions with nearly half a million producers and advisors. That work has built a deep body of firsthand knowledge about the challenges producers and advisors face, what they are looking for, and what influences their willingness to form new business and upline relationships.
“Agent Link was founded with a mission to help our clients make not just more connections, but the right connections — connections that create genuine value for producers and help our clients expand,” said Stu Gramajo, CEO and Director of Market Research at XpandPro. “XpandPro better represents who we have become, the work we do today and where we are going next.”
The company’s ownership and leadership remain unchanged, with Stu and Senia Gramajo continuing to lead the organization. Clients will keep working with the same team, at the same Clearwater office and the same phone number.
Under the XpandPro brand, the company will continue providing producer recruitment and appointment-setting services while expanding its investment in recruitment intelligence, market research and technology. XpandPro will also continue helping clients strengthen their own recruiting capabilities through research-based training and best practices developed from the company’s years of direct producer engagement.
“We’ve learned a great deal about what helps turn an initial producer conversation into a productive, lasting relationship,” said Senia Gramajo, President of XpandPro. “An important part of what we do is putting that knowledge into the hands of our clients and their recruiters so they can contract and activate more of the right producers.”
The transition also includes the move of the company’s Affinity Database platform to AffinityIQ, reflecting its evolution from producer data and search capabilities into a broader recruitment intelligence platform.
Clients and partners can find XpandPro at xpandpro.com. Visitors to agentlinkmarketing.com will be directed to the new site.
“Expansion has always been at the heart of what we do,” Stu Gramajo added. “XpandPro simply gives that mission a name.”
About XpandPro
Founded in 2009 as Agent Link, XpandPro helps insurance and financial services organizations expand their distribution through producer recruitment, market intelligence, research, technology and recruiter development.
The Clearwater, Fla.-based company combines more than 17 years of recruiting experience with insights from nearly half a million producer and advisor interactions. Learn more at xpandpro.com.
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by Mark D. WeinsteinCedarville University will extend its Christ-centered educational mission to Florida with a new location in Clearwater, bringing its biblical worldview education to students in the Tampa Bay region. The university plans to begin offering classes Jan. 4, 2027.With Florida’s growing population and families seeking higher education grounded in biblical truth, Cedarville’s Clearwater location will provide students with a new opportunity to pursue a Christian university education without leav...
by Mark D. Weinstein
Cedarville University will extend its Christ-centered educational mission to Florida with a new location in Clearwater, bringing its biblical worldview education to students in the Tampa Bay region. The university plans to begin offering classes Jan. 4, 2027.
With Florida’s growing population and families seeking higher education grounded in biblical truth, Cedarville’s Clearwater location will provide students with a new opportunity to pursue a Christian university education without leaving the state.
Cedarville will initially offer a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies at the Clearwater location, providing Florida students access to the biblically faithful, academically excellent education the university is known for. Florida students will complete a Bible minor and benefit from a flexible blend of in-person and online learning. The application for admission opened October 2.
Cedarville’s Clearwater location is expected to help meet that need. Through a five-year joint venture with Calvary Church Clearwater, the university will establish a presence in the Tampa Bay region and build relationships with churches, families and prospective students.
The university also plans to build on existing connections in the region, including relationships with Christian schools, local churches and alumni. Cedarville’s history with Florida students and families provides a foundation for its work in Clearwater.
“We are thrilled to expand that mission to students in the state of Florida. We want to serve the churches and support the expansion of God’s Kingdom in Florida.”
Cedarville will initially operate under a provisional state license as it launches the biblical and theological studies program. The university will work to demonstrate the program’s effectiveness and meet state requirements as it pursues annual licensure. Additional academic offerings may be considered as the Florida location develops.
“We were approached by various church leaders about opening a location in Clearwater and prayerfully sought the Lord’s direction,” said Dr. Thomas White, president of Cedarville University. “After careful review and extensive discussion with Florida stakeholders and state officials, we believe now is the time to bring Cedarville to Florida.”
White emphasized that the expansion is rooted in the university’s mission.
“The reason for this step is our mission. We stand for the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ. Our mission is to transform lives through excellent education and intentional discipleship in submission to biblical authority,” White said. “We are thrilled to expand that mission to students in the state of Florida. We want to serve the churches and support the expansion of God’s Kingdom in Florida.”
Cedarville’s connection with Florida students is already strong. Nearly 500 Florida high school students participate in the university’s dual-enrollment program, taking college courses while still in high school. A Clearwater location will create another pathway for students to continue their Cedarville education closer to home.
“Florida is one of the nation’s fastest-growing states, with increasing numbers of high school graduates,” said Dr. Bob Lutz, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives. "At the same time, through our alumni and relationships with local churches and Christian schools in Florida, we have heard a strong desire for a faithful Christian university in the area—one committed to biblical authority and academic excellence. We seek to serve these churches, schools, families and students well as we establish Cedarville in the Clearwater area."
Learn more about the planned Florida location at cedarville.edu/Florida and Cedarville University in general at cedarville.edu. Licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, License No. 13682. Cedarville University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Cedarville University is currently seeking HLC approval of its Florida instructional site as an additional location.
Cedarville University, an evangelical Christian institution in southwest Ohio, offers undergraduate and graduate residential and online programs across arts, sciences and professional fields. With 7,542 students, it is among Ohio's largest private universities and is ranked among the nation’s top five evangelical universities in the Wall Street Journal’s 2026 Best Colleges in the U.S. Cedarville is also known for its vibrant Christian community, challenging academics and high graduation and retention rates.
It Was 30 Years Of Madness At The OCC Road House & Museum On October 16thLive Photos By Travis Failey PhotographyThree decades in heavy music is a long time to survive changing trends, shifting lineups and an industry that is always searching for its next big thing. For Chad Gray, however, the music has never been about chasing a moment. It has been about creating songs that connect with listeners through aggression, vulnerability and an unmistakable vocal identity.That legacy took c...
It Was 30 Years Of Madness At The OCC Road House & Museum On October 16th
Live Photos By Travis Failey Photography
Three decades in heavy music is a long time to survive changing trends, shifting lineups and an industry that is always searching for its next big thing. For Chad Gray, however, the music has never been about chasing a moment. It has been about creating songs that connect with listeners through aggression, vulnerability and an unmistakable vocal identity.
That legacy took center stage at OCC Road House & Museum in Clearwater on October 16, as Gray brought his 30 Years of Madness tour to Florida's Gulf Coast. With BUTCHER BABIES & DEVIL’S CUT rounding out the bill, the evening offered a celebration of heavy music's past and present, anchored by the unmistakable voice behind MUDVAYNE and HELLYEAH.
For longtime fans, Gray's career represents two distinct but complementary sides of modern metal. MUDVAYNE built its reputation on unconventional rhythms, unpredictable arrangements and a sound that could shift from restrained tension to outright sonic chaos in seconds. HELLYEAH, meanwhile, delivered a more direct, hard-hitting approach, combining groove-heavy riffs with choruses built for audiences to shout back from the crowd.
The 30 Years of Madness concept brings those musical identities together, allowing Gray to revisit the songs that established his reputation while reminding audiences that his career extends well beyond any single band.
Before Gray took the stage, The BUTCHER BABIES had the responsibility of preparing the audience for an evening built around intensity. The band has spent years establishing itself as a formidable live act, balancing aggressive metal arrangements with memorable hooks and a confrontational stage presence.
Frontwoman Heidi Shepherd remains central to that identity. Her vocal delivery can shift from sharp-edged aggression to melodic passages without losing the urgency that drives the band's music. The combination gives BUTCHER BABIES a sound that works both as a standalone attraction and as a natural fit alongside the heavier material associated with Gray's catalog.
The band's recent material also reflects its willingness to explore more than one shade of heavy music. Their set included "Red Thunder," "Sincerity" and "Lost In Your Touch" which demonstrated a broader melodic range, while tracks including "Beaver Cage" and "Spittin' Teeth" maintain the group's harder edge.
That balance is important. BUTCHER BABIES are not simply relying on volume or attitude; their appeal comes from combining those elements with songs that have their own personality. On a bill celebrating a veteran vocalist's extensive catalog, that distinction helps make the opening performance an essential part of the evening rather than merely an introduction to the headliner.
Shepherd and the band represent a newer chapter in heavy music's continuing evolution, proving that aggressive music can retain its bite while making room for melody, atmosphere and different approaches to songwriting.
During “Monsters Ball,” Heidi stood on the stage and the barrier and reached into the crowd for some audience assistance with the crowd screaming into her microphone.
Shepard and the band were simply unstoppable on Friday night at OCC. Her stage presence and the way she played to the crowd physically and vocally will be remembered as one of the moments of this year’s concert season.
Having seen BUTCHER BABIES perform
at both Louder Than Life and OCC Road House, it’s clear that the band have not only moved forward following the departure of former co-frontwoman Carla Harvey, but have emerged as an even stronger, more unified force. With their chemistry, energy and continued evolution on full display, BUTCHER BABIES appear poised to write many more chapters in their story.
With a short break between sets, It was time for the birthday boy and his bandmates that included Marcus Rafferty and Joe Bonasorte on guitar, Nick Villarreal on bass, and Devin Attard on drums to take the stage.
The started with a perfect opener and one of HELLYEAH’s biggest songs in “Moth” and went directly into MUDVAYNE’s “Happy.”
Gray’s voice seemed strong even though he has been experiencing some vocal issues and his makeup was reminiscent of Two Face from Batman mythology, which made complete sense as both bands are a contract of vocal styles.
The set increased in aggressiveness with “Hellyeah!” “Nothing to Gein” and “Sangre por Sangre” with the crowd joining in and chanting “Blood for Blood.” After the latter, the band took a short break when guitarist Marcus Rafferty came up to the microphone to thank OCC for putting on a wonderful Autism event and the team for building a beautiful custom chopper with the autism logos and insignias on it. This was extra special for Marcus as both his children have been diagnosed with it and were brought in special for the show.
Rafferty then told the crowd that it was Gray’s birthday and his wife and Sirius XM’s own Shannon Gunz came out on stage with the crew and a huge cake to celebrate her husband’s 55th birthday.
Gray thanked everyone there especially Leo and Billy who created a custom bike for Chad for his birthday and Gunz thanked the fans for always making Chad happy even when he sometimes has a tough time being that way. Both Gunz & Gray were very poignant and upfront which made us feel like we were in their close circle of friends.
Gray also spoke to the crowd throughout their set mentioning many times how important the fans are and that they are the most important part of the industry as without the fans, there isn’t one. Chad also talked about his brothers in Dimebag and his former bandmate Vinnie Paul and how Vinnie created a song that was introduced by Vinnie yelling “Fuck Your Mother.” Gray then had the crowd chanting the same which brought infectious grins throughout OCC and then told them all they had to do was slam their necks the rest of the night.
The band finished off the night with “Love Falls” and then one of MUDVAYNE’s biggest tracks in “Dig” which got everyone thrashing a bit still as they left the venue. It’s stop-start rhythms, abrasive delivery and explosive refrain made it one of the band's signature tracks. As a closing number on the tour, it serves as a reminder of the music that first brought Gray to the attention of a much wider audience.
The strength of the 30 Years of Madness concept lies in bringing those worlds together. Rather than treating Gray's career as a collection of disconnected chapters, the show celebrates the common thread running through them: a vocalist whose delivery remains recognizable regardless of the musical setting.
The Clearwater stop brought those elements together for an evening centered on the enduring appeal of heavy music. It was a reminder that the songs people carry with them are not frozen in the years when they first heard them. They evolve alongside the listeners who return to them as do the performers who created them.
Thirty years is a significant milestone for any musician. For Chad Gray, it is an opportunity to celebrate the music that brought him here while continuing to bring it to audiences who want to experience it at full volume. The madness, it seems, still has plenty of life left in it which to say makes us very………”Happy.”
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CLEARWATER BEACH, Fla. - "Live with Kelly and Mark" is bringing America’s top entertainment talk show to Clearwater Beach, Florida, for two days in November.Live broadcast at Sandpearl ResortWhat we know:Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos and the "Live" team will host morning tapings on Monday, Nov. 16, and Tuesday, Nov. 17. The events take place at the Sandpearl Resort in partnership with Visit St. Pete-Clearwater.The show will host thousand...
CLEARWATER BEACH, Fla. - "Live with Kelly and Mark" is bringing America’s top entertainment talk show to Clearwater Beach, Florida, for two days in November.
What we know:
Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos and the "Live" team will host morning tapings on Monday, Nov. 16, and Tuesday, Nov. 17. The events take place at the Sandpearl Resort in partnership with Visit St. Pete-Clearwater.
The show will host thousands of fans along the shore. Tapings are set for 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. each day, and attendees must be at least 18 years old.
What we don't know:
Organizers have not specified the exact total number of tickets available for each taping segment.
It is also unclear which specific celebrity guests will join the hosts during the Florida excursions.
The backstory:
Ripa has co-hosted the award-winning morning show for more than two decades and earned seven Daytime Emmy Awards for talk show host. Her husband, Consuelos, joined as permanent co-host in April 2023 after years as a guest host.
Together, the pair won the 2024 Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show Host. The nationally syndicated program airs weekdays on FOX 13 at 10 a.m.
What you can do:
Click here to request tickets.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from a press release issued by Visit St. Pete-Clearwater and "Live with Kelly and Mark," detailing upcoming production schedules, venue hosting partnerships and ticket distribution platforms.
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