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Home Care In South Pasadena, CA

Home Care South Pasadena, CA

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 Vivekananda House 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 South Pasadena, CA is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.

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The Always Best Care Difference

Since 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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The owner Diane, is on top of things. They have kind caring and knowledgeable staff and respond in a very timely manner. What a great service they have provided both mentally and physically for our family. Highly recommended.
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I was trying to get a lifeline alert system for my mom and was having a difficult time finding a right one until I got connected with Diane. She was so professional and productive!!! Definitely a go to person if you ever need her service. Thank you so much Diane!!
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Diane Pierson was great. She guided us through a very difficult time while searching for an assistive living with memory care facility care for my 90 year old step mother. Diane took her time, spoke with us and provided several options. We are now in the process of relocating my step mother to an excellent facility that she recommended and would not be able to do this relocation without her help.
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“I want to personally thank Diane Pierson and Ly French with Always Best Care Senior”

I want to personally thank Diane Pierson and Ly French with Always Best Care Senior Services Pasadena for everything they did to help me find a place for my mother to reside at. They are very dedicated and supportive to all the families they help. My mother could have become homeless without Ly’s expertise, empathy, commitment and clear communication on what to do next. Always Best Care specifically matched my mother's unique circumstances, social needs, desired location and budget. Diane and Ly are very passionate about senior care and will help you and your family with the highest level of service. I will never forget this experience or their kindness. I highly recommend them to everyone! We made the best choice working with Always Best Care Senior Services Pasadena.
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“I was trying to get a lifeline alert system for my mom and was having a difficult time finding a right one until I got connected with Diane. She was so professional and productive!!! Definitely a go to person if you ever need her service. Thank you so much Diane!!”

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“Diane Pierson was great. She guided us through a very difficult time while searching for an assistive living with memory care facility care for my 90 year old step mother. Diane took her time, spoke with us and provided several options. We are now in the process of relocating my step mother to an excellent facility that she recommended and would not be able to do this relocation without her help.”

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“I want to personally thank Diane Pierson and Ly French with Always Best Care Senior Services Pasadena for everything they did to help me find a place for my mother to reside at. They are very dedicated and supportive to all the families they help. My mother could have become homeless without Ly’s expertise, empathy, commitment and clear communication on what to do next. Always Best Care specifically matched my mother's unique circumstances, social needs, desired location and budget. Diane and Ly are very passionate about senior care and will help you and your family with the highest level of service. I will never forget this experience or their kindness. I highly recommend them to everyone! We made the best choice working with Always Best Care Senior Services Pasadena.”

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What is Non-Medical Senior Care in South Pasadena, CA?

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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.

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When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.

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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.

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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.

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Types of Elderly Care in South Pasadena, CA

To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:

Personal Care

Personal Care Services

If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.

Common personal care services include assistance with:

  • Eating
  • Mobility Issues
  • Incontinence
  • Bathing
  • Dressing
  • Grooming
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Home Helper Services

Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.

Common home helper care services include assistance with:

  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Preparation
  • Pet Care
  • Prescription Refills
  • Morning Wake-Up
  • Walking
  • Reading
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Companionship Services

Companionship Services

Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting South Pasadena Nature Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.

Common companionship services include:

  • Grocery Shopping
  • Transportation to Appointments
  • Nutritional Assistance
  • Conversation
  • Planning Outings
  • Completing Errands
  • Transportation to Community
  • Events and Social Outings
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Respite Care Services

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 Shiro or visit "Rose Hedge", Jared S. Torrance House, 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.

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Benefits of Home Care in South Pasadena, CA

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:

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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Aging in Place: The Preferred Choice for Most Seniors

While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - 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.

Here are just a few of the reasons why older men and women prefer to age at home:

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 South Pasadena, CA, 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.

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Affordable 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:

If your loved one qualifies, Medicaid may help reduce in-home care costs. Review your CA's Medicaid program laws and benefits, and make sure your senior's financial and medical needs meet Medicaid eligibility requirements.
Attendance and aid benefits through military service can cover a portion of the costs associated with in-home care for veterans and their spouses.
Many senior care services like in-home care are included in long-term care insurance options. Research different long-term care solutions to find a plan that provides coverage for senior care.
Home care can be included as part of a senior's private insurance plan. Read over your loved one's insurance policy carefully or speak with their insurance provider to determine if in-home care is covered.
Depending on the life insurance plan, you may be able to apply your policy toward long-term care. You may be able to use long-term-care coverage to help pay for in-home elderly care.
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Compassionate Care. Trusted Caregivers.

When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.

Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.

At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in South Pasadena, CA 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.

Assisted Living Referral Services

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.

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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:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Recreational Activities
  • Social Outings
  • Emergency Medical Response
  • Medication Monitoring
  • Family Visitation
  • Personal Care
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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:

  • Prospect Manor Assisted Living
  • MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena
  • South Pasadena Care Center
  • Meridian Manor
  • Pasadena Meadows Nursing Center
  • Silverado The Huntington Memory Care Community
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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.

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Taking the First Step with Always Best Care

The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced 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

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A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive

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Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider

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Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.

If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.

At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in South Pasadena, CA 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.

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Vidéothèque is Moving | Vidéothèque leaving South Pasadena

Beloved video store, Vidéothèque, is picking up stakes and leaving South PasadenaAfter 20 years on Mission Street in South Pasadena, beloved video store, Vidéothèque, is picking up stakes in the coming weeks and moving house to Highland Park. As owner, Mark Wright said, “In the immortal words of Groucho’s Captain Spaulding, ‘We must be going!’ “. Apropos that he should quote the 1930 film, “Animal Crackers”.According to Wright, when it came time to renew thei...

Beloved video store, Vidéothèque, is picking up stakes and leaving South Pasadena

After 20 years on Mission Street in South Pasadena, beloved video store, Vidéothèque, is picking up stakes in the coming weeks and moving house to Highland Park. As owner, Mark Wright said, “In the immortal words of Groucho’s Captain Spaulding, ‘We must be going!’ “. Apropos that he should quote the 1930 film, “Animal Crackers”.

According to Wright, when it came time to renew their lease this summer, they were unable to come to an agreement with the building owner, which triggered their decision to move.

“After 20 incredible years on Mission Street,” he said, “it is with much emotion and no small regret that we are packing up and moving to a new location.”

Luckily for us, they are not going too far. Vidéothèque’s new home is 4 miles down the road in Highland Park!

The entire team at Vidéothèque is excited to welcome patrons to their new spacious home home at 4102 N Figueroa Street. This new location is two A (formerly Gold) Line stops away and a 10-minute drive southwest on the 110 fwy from the current location. It is adjacent to Cypress Park, Lincoln Heights, and Mount Washington, and much closer to Glassell Park, Echo Park, and Atwater Village.

Wright goes on to tell us that their Vidéoclub screening series & events will now have ample room, as will their 45,000+ rental catalog of Blu-ray, DVD and 4k titles. The new space is a bit roomier which will allow for an enhanced section of new & used vinyl, movies for sale, posters, books, & more.

“While streaming content continues to shrink, Vidéothèque’s ever-growing library remains one of the most important resources for film in Los Angeles, Southern California, and beyond”, says Wright.

South Pasadena just got a little less cool with this announcement, but we here at South Pasadenan would like to extend our thanks on behalf of a grateful community, to Mark and the team at Vidéothèque for 20 unforgettable years. We will miss you and wish you the best of luck in your new digs!

A message from Vidéothèque:

We Need Your Help

Our moving process will begin now — in mid-July — & we will cease operations at our Mission St location in August (exact date TBD), and we will re-open at our new home not long after (again TBD).

This is where YOU, our beloved community of cinephiles, come in! You recognize the importance of having films at your fingertips as corporate monopolies have repeatedly shown they are more interested in profits than providing art to the people. You cherish the ability to interact in person with your neighbors, friends, and fellow cinephiles in an environment that is a treat for the senses. You look forward to getting thoughtful recommendations from your favorite expert staff members.

Your ardent support of Vidéothèque and passion for physical media has kept us thriving for 20 years and has kept over 100 years of cinema alive and available. We are ready to soar for another 20, we just need YOUR help with the significant moving & re-opening expenses this change will incur.

A gift in any amount will make a huge difference and help us continue to provide a much-needed artistic resource to the Greater Los Angeles community. We remain deeply grateful for your support, patience, and pep while we strut into our new future!

Looking forward to celebrating together in our new home once we’re settled.

Much love xx

— Mark & the Crew

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LEASED | 18,370 sq/ft Office Space at 625 Fair Oaks South Pasadena

NAI Capital Media Release:NAI Capital Commercial is pleased to announce the successful completion of an 18,370 square foot office lease at 625 Fair Oaks in South Pasadena, California. Executive Vice President Tina LaMonica, SIOR, from the Pasadena office, represented the landlord, Greenbridge, in t...

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NAI Capital Commercial is pleased to announce the successful completion of an 18,370 square foot office lease at 625 Fair Oaks in South Pasadena, California. Executive Vice President Tina LaMonica, SIOR, from the Pasadena office, represented the landlord, Greenbridge, in this transaction. The tenant, Pacific Clinics, was represented by Jeff Boucher of Radius.

In June of 2018, Tina was appointed as the exclusive leasing agent for Greenbridge to market 625 Fair Oaks, a Class A office building spanning 91,770 square feet. Situated within the L.A.’s Tri-Cities office submarket, the building is located just 2.3 miles away from Old Town Pasadena’s Central Business District. It is a premier, three-story multi-tenant office building. Following recent renovations, the office project now offers amenities such as free Wi-Fi throughout the complex, inviting outdoor furniture, and lush landscaping, fostering a collaborative environment for tenants. Additionally, the building is conveniently located only half a mile away from the South Pasadena Metro Gold Line Station, providing tenants with easy access to transportation.

When Tina assumed the assignment in 2018, 625 Fair Oaks had a leasing rate of 62%, and there was a total of 33,928 square feet of vacant space. By March 2022, Tina got the entire building 100% leased. Currently, there is only one vacant unit remaining, and the lease of 18,370 square feet by Pacific Clinics has brought the occupancy of 625 Fair Oaks to 98%. The greater Pasadena submarket’s vacancy rate has decreased to 12.3%, showing a decline of 70 basis points from the first quarter of 2023 and 130 basis points lower than the second quarter of the previous year. This lease represents one of the largest direct leases for a Class A office building in the greater Pasadena office market within the last 14 months, further building on the positive momentum.

Tina enthusiastically stated, “We are thrilled to successfully execute Greenbridge’s strategic plan for this project. They possess a deep understanding of the factors that drive tenants in today’s dynamic marketplace. Reflecting on the post-pandemic period, Tina added, “We have actively engaged with prospective tenants, conducting meetings and property tours. Our strategic leasing approach focuses on attracting qualified service companies, resulting in the creation of a professional and synergistic tenant mix at 625 Fair Oaks.”

About NAI Capital Commercial

NAI Capital Commercial is the largest agent and employee-owned full service commercial real estate firm headquartered in Southern California. As one of the largest members of NAI Global, a leading global commercial real estate services firm with more than 300 brokerage offices and over 5,100 professionals spanning the globe, NAI Capital Commercial provides a complete range of transaction, valuation, investment, property management and consulting services. By leveraging our local expertise with our global reach, NAI Capital Commercial offers innovative, customized solutions and seamless service to owners, tenants, investors, and developers throughout Southern California. Our clients have built their businesses on the power of our expanding network. We are a dynamic growing commercial real estate company. At NAI Capital Commercial we work together putting our clients first.

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NAI Global is a leading global commercial real estate brokerage firm. NAI Global offices are leaders in their local markets and work in unison to provide clients with exceptional solutions to their commercial real estate needs. NAI Global has more than 300 offices strategically located throughout North America,

Latin America, Europe, Africa and Asia Pacific, with over 5,100 local market professionals, managing in excess of 1.1 billion square feet of property and facilities. Annually, NAI Global completes in excess of $20 billion in commercial real estate transactions throughout the world.

NAI Global provides a complete range of corporate and institutional real estate services, including brokerage and leasing, property and facilities management, real estate investment and capital market services, due diligence, global supply chain and logistics consulting and related advisory services.

South Pasadena Preservation Foundation Celebrates El Adobe Flores’ History, Architecture, Art, and Owners

The public is invited to celebrate South Pasadena’s 184 year-old El Adobe Flores “The House that was in México” and owners who preserved it over the years at the South Pasadena Preservation Foundation’s Annual Meeting, Sunday, June 25, at 5:30 p.m. at Republic of Lucha, 1020 Mission St., South Pasadena. Food and beverages will be served and admission is free.Following a brief meeting to elect officers for 2023-24 and a report on SPPF by President Jim Tavares, the evening will showcase El Adobe Flores&rsq...

The public is invited to celebrate South Pasadena’s 184 year-old El Adobe Flores “The House that was in México” and owners who preserved it over the years at the South Pasadena Preservation Foundation’s Annual Meeting, Sunday, June 25, at 5:30 p.m. at Republic of Lucha, 1020 Mission St., South Pasadena. Food and beverages will be served and admission is free.

Following a brief meeting to elect officers for 2023-24 and a report on SPPF by President Jim Tavares, the evening will showcase El Adobe Flores’ history, art, architecture and owners with remarks, pictures, memorabilia, and Mexican refreshments.

Adobe Flores owner Jane Burzell will be honored. In the 1960s her grandparents, Wallace R. and Jane McCloskey, bought the adobe to save it from developers. She visited often as a child and bought it as an adult. Her family continues the legacy of owners who have the adobe since the 1800s.

“South Pasadena’s oldest building, El Adobe Flores was added to the National Register of Historic Places 50 years ago this June,” said Tavares. ”It’s where California history was made in 1847, has been painted and photographed since the 1800s and architecturally restored more than a 100 years ago.” The adobe was built as a ranch house on Rancho Rincón de San Pascual in Alta California, México in 1839. Later it was used as a tea house, golf clubhouse, real estate office and private residence.

The Republic of Lucha represents the continuing presence of Latina/os in what became South Pasadena. Also featured are presentations by Cal State LA art history faculty member Lori Rusch, who has researched the adobe’s art and architecture, and USC Emeritus Professor Félix F. Gutierrez, who has published articles on El Adobe Flores history. Both are SPPF members and long-time South Pasadena residents.

The adobe was a key place in California history in 1847 when Californios meeting there under Comandante General José María Flores decided to negotiate a peaceful end to bloody battles with invading U.S. forces during the Mexican-American War. Two days later Californio leader Andrés Pico and Lt. Col. John C. Frémont signed a treaty ending California warfare and promising Californios rights equal to U.S. citizens. The adobe building, patio and gardens were preserved by owners over the years and restored in 1919 by architect Carleton Winslow. In the 1920s artist Norman Chamberlain produced four paintings of the adobe, which has been painted or photographed by others since the late 1800s.

SPPF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. SPPF’s mission is to foster an awareness and appreciation of the historic heritage of South Pasadena and to advocate and facilitate preservation of significant examples of that heritage. For more information about SPPF, visit sppreservation.org

ELF Jr. | A Sparkling Holiday Gem for the Whole Family

I dare you to find a family holiday show that has more sparkly, twinkly, jolly joy than YST’s production of Elf Jr. I look forward to this, my favorite kids show, to kick off the holiday season every year since YST started making it their December tradition several years ago. It’s the perfect show for this company full of the most enthusiastic, earnest and fun-loving young actors you’re ever going to see on stage.Young Stars Theatre’s home is the historic and beautiful Fremont Centre Theatre which is a South Pa...

I dare you to find a family holiday show that has more sparkly, twinkly, jolly joy than YST’s production of Elf Jr. I look forward to this, my favorite kids show, to kick off the holiday season every year since YST started making it their December tradition several years ago. It’s the perfect show for this company full of the most enthusiastic, earnest and fun-loving young actors you’re ever going to see on stage.

Young Stars Theatre’s home is the historic and beautiful Fremont Centre Theatre which is a South Pasadena gem and the perfect size for these pint-sized productions. Gloria Bennett is co-founder and now co-director with Miranda Miller. Bennett directs this one, with Miller assistant producing, and Emily-Mae Kamp as choreographer. It’s great to see Bennett back in the director’s chair – with her decades of experience and expertise, she beautifully guides these young actors, getting absolutely incredible performances.

Based on the David Berenbaum film, the musical, written by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin with music and lyrics by Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin, Elf Jr. follows the enchanting tale of Buddy the Elf, an orphan found by Santa’s elves and raised by them. One day Buddy finds out that he is “human” and that his bio Dad is alive and well and living in New York City. Buddy sets out on a quest to not only find and meet his Dad but also to get him off Santa’s naughty list!

Like the film, the show just works. It’s a hilarious premise that ends up having tons of heart. The writing is really fun, so funny – equally entertaining for adults as kids, maybe even more so! But definitely bring the kids – the little ones around me were totally engaged and loving it. (Let it be a surprise for them, but for you grown-ups, it even snows!) And the grown-ups were literally in hysterics – so many great moments and good jokes.

As I mentioned before, you won’t believe the performances Bennett gets out of these kids, ranging in age from 5 – 17. She gives them the confidence to swing for the fences and indeed they do, even the littlest littles!

Longtime YST performers AwenRose Miller and James Pudi take on the role of Buddy this year. Both are seasoned performers with Miller bringing fantastic improvisational and comedic skills to the role, while Pudi is a completely loveable and bouncy Buddy. Merritt Honroe and Maddy Smith are both acerbic and ultimately charming as Jovie, the anti-Christmas co-worker who is won over by Buddy’s sweetness and rock-solid belief in Santa. Judah McFerrin is a stand-out as Buddy’s non-believing half-brother, Michael, with an earnest Josephine Barbouth taking on the role in the “Twinkle Cast”. Faryn Girt and Daniel Marrs are terrific as Buddy’s Dad, Walter, who makes the biggest and most significant shift from workaholic non-believer to a believer in magic and wonder.

Bringing the house down each performance is Leo Szurpicki and Gray Edwards playing the blowhard curmudgeon corporate exec, Mr. Greenway. Having kids play these older roles is always a hoot, and with the actors wearing full grey wigs and business suits, Greenway gets huge laughs. Special shout out to Szurpicki, who I saw on opening night – he’s small in stature (for the moment) and just 7 years old – he didn’t miss a line and after scolding and yelling at his company underlings, got applause on both of his exits.

The Sparkle Cast is rounded out by Hadley Cowan, Jacob Rasmussen, Echo Bernhard, Daniella Belkin, Crosby Farley, Jasper Bain, Huntleigh Barragan, Sawyer Goldsworthy, Harper Goldsworthy, Lexi Mayne, Elizabeth Sands, Elsa Rose Barbouth, and Calla Howard. The Twinkle Cast also includes Hudson Sawran, Judah Levine, Pierce Fenlon, Stevie Fenlon, Annabelle Liu, Rosie Tadmor, Daniella Belkin, Amelie Gungor, and Jacob Rasmussen.

Bravo to a simply delightful cast that will have you and your kids smiling ear to ear and as Buddy says, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.”

Elf Jr. runs for three weekends only, closing on December 16. Showtimes are Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm with two shows on Sundays at 2pm & 6pm. For upcoming audition info, showtimes and ticketing, and more info about YST, visit www.YoungStarsTheatre.org.

Support this incredible youth theatre program by donating at their site, going to see a show and spreading the word, participating in their raffles, or visit their merch site to get fun Elf Jr. merch.

https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/young-stars-theatre/65298986008e9e0e3d6082e6/merchandise

Grand Opening | New Business in South Pasadena CALIBRATE – Men’s Grooming

CALIBRATE, a new and unique premium grooming studio in South Pasadena, celebrated their grand opening on Saturday with an official ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration. The studio, located at 915 Fremont Avenue, is the brainchild of business partners Jonathan Raju and Jason Lopez. Their philosophy states that “when you are well taken care of, you are then able to take care of others.” And with that in mind, Raju and Lopez have cre...

CALIBRATE, a new and unique premium grooming studio in South Pasadena, celebrated their grand opening on Saturday with an official ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration. The studio, located at 915 Fremont Avenue, is the brainchild of business partners Jonathan Raju and Jason Lopez. Their philosophy states that “when you are well taken care of, you are then able to take care of others.” And with that in mind, Raju and Lopez have created a luxurious space where people can come to receive top of the line, organic grooming that includes hair care, nail care and here’s the kicker, get your car custom detailed while you receive your care. That’s right, a one stop shop to have you and your car looking sharp and ready to go.

Raju was joined at the celebration by his wife, Lani Hashimoto-Raju, their children, Nathan and Neela, along with Lani’s mother, Mary Hashimoto and Jonathan’s father, Boligala Raju. Lopez was joined by his mother, Luz Marina, his brother, Steven and his grandparents, Carlos and Celia. Celebrating with them was Mayor Jon Primuth, Mayor Pro-Tem, Evelyn Zniemer, Councilmember Janet Braun, District Representative for Senator Anthony Portantino, Jack Artan, South Pasadena Chamber of Commerce CEO, Laurie Wheeler, and Chamber Ambassadors, Tracy Macrum, Michelle Downing, Wende Lee, and Dennis Kona, along with friends and local well-wishers.

Raju and Lopez cut the official ribbon together to the cheers of all those in attendance. “We look forward to bringing value to the community,” said Lopez. “We’re very excited to be here. It’s been a long journey but we’re just getting started and we’re really excited and want to thank the city of South Pasadena.” Raju was genuinely moved by the turnout saying, “thank you all for your support. This has been a labor of love. Thank you to our families. We’re really looking forward to all that’s to come. It was a kooky idea we had during the pandemic and we said, “let’s go for it” and we accidentally started a business.” He then introduced his son, Nathan, who is currently helping out with the car detailing, which is provided by Kenny Owens of Dr. Detail.

Laurie Wheeler said, “We are so excited to have Calibrate Grooming here in the city,” and introduced Mayor Primuth who presented the owners with a Certificate of Appreciation. “On behalf of the members of the City Council and the City of South Pasadena,” said Primuth, “we want to recognize and congratulate Calibrate Grooming, offering a premium grooming studio for men. Thank you for your commitment to bring elevated care to the South Pasadena community. We wish you success!” District Representative for Senator Anthony Portantino, Jack Artan, presented Raju and Lopez with a proclamation saying, “presented to Calibrate Grooming in recognition of your grand opening. On behalf of California State Senator Anthony Portantino

Three cheers for the Calibrate philosophy that “You Look Good / You Feel Good / You Do Good”. Visit them at 915 Fremont Avenue in South Pasadena and online at CalibrateGrooming.com

Welcome to the neighborhood, CALIBRATE!

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