It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site 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 Garnet Valley, PA 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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“The highlights for me is The boss man Bryant Greene, and most of his awesome staff. Mr. Greene, his brother Al Billz and staff always looked out for me even when I was ill. I love them and Always Best Care to the moon and back!”
“first of all the owner Brian Greene is an amazing person to work for/with. Hes very compassionate to his workers and staff. If we need help and there's no caregiver available. Brian will step in. We also give our clients the best care possible. So proud to say Brian just opened up another office in Delaware. Doing an amazing job. I started work with this agency in 2012 when my mom became I'll. A good environment. I definitely would recommend this place of employment.”
“first of all the owner Brian Greene is an amazing person to work for/with. Hes very compassionate to his workers and staff. If we need help and there's no caregiver available. Brian will step in. We also give our clients the best care possible. So proud to say Brian just opened up another office in Delaware. Doing an amazing job. I started work with this agency in 2012 when my mom became I'll. A good environment. I definitely would recommend this place of employment.”
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“Dear Rick, Over the past three plus years, my father Joseph Ceuch has lived at home assisted by the caregivers from your company Always Best Care of Greater Bristol. This letter is a personal thank you from my father and the entire Ceuch family on how your caregivers treated and attended to my father during this time. The caregivers became part of our extended family who shared in countless family events resulting in beautiful lasting memories. Caregivers Frances Boateng, Jeremy Turner, and Yanice Hernandez were awesome in their care of my father. I want to especially acknowledge Francis as a person who went above and beyond his responsibility and became part of the Ceuch inner circle. It was not uncommon for Francis on his off days to stop by during a family picnic to say hello...he is truly loved by my father. Again, I want to thank you for the loving care your caregivers provided my father. I would highly recommend your company to anyone interested in having a caregiver attend to a loved one. Thanks again”
“Heather, I just wanted to thank Always Best Care in helping to provide care for my step father, Daryl. It's unbelievable how the progression of his illness happened so quickly, however, Always Best Care was always ready to provide the level of care he needed as it increased. Most importantly, I'd like to thank his aide, Sue Malasics. She was wonderful to Daryl and took great care of his needs. I knew I did not have to worry with Sue there with him. She was always cooking wonderful homemade meals and desserts and I was happy to see how happy she made Daryl. I think she is a wonderful asset to Always Best Care. Should I know of anyone needing help in the future, I would recommend Always Best Care and Sue Malasics.”
“My mother was bedbound for months and had serious health related issues including kidney failure. My mother was also very demanding about her care and who she would allow into her home. After several attempts with various in-home care agencies my mother really responded well to Always Best Care Senior Services of Greater Bristol and we cant thank them enough for the high level of compassionate care they were able to provide during my moms final months.”
“I am a past client of this provider My journey with Always Best Care began with a visit from the owner and office manager. Soon after, I was introduced to the caregiver who would provide care for me. All 3 persons seemed very knowledgeable, experienced anf caring. I was certainly provided with quality service and much respect and compassion.”
“Our sister, Barbara has early-onset dementia , and was in sudden need of a personal care assistant until placement in a quality skilled nursing facility became available. We reached out to home health care agencies in her local area but, by this point, had already worked with several agencies for med reminders for Barbara (and 24/7 care for our Mom in another area of CT) and were a bit skeptical that that we’d find one that could provide consistent quality of care.When I spoke with Rick Downey of Always Best Care Senior Services in Bristol, he conveyed both confidence in his knowledge of health care and empathy in understanding the frustrations that families experience when seeking quality care for their loved ones. We were next contacted by their care coordinator,Heather Kozikowski, who came to our sister’s home to conduct an assessment and further explain the services offered by Always Best Care.A further testament to the exceptional quality of Always Best Care is the service and care we’ve received after Barbara is no longer a client; our thanks to Always Best Care for the excellent care of our sister, and the peace-of-mind it afforded our family knowing that she was in such kind and competent hands!”
“I am a retired registered nurse, and for several years, I have been the primary caregiver for my husbamd/ My husband suffers from dementia and is aphasic. On a Saturday morning in October of 2015, a sudden change in my health required an emergent hospitilization, which late resulted in an extensive rehabilitation stay. Upon my hospitalization, my son reached out to Always Best Care Senior Services of greater Bristol. The Always Best Care team assessed my husband, his needs, and had his care staffed within hours of my son's call. The care provided to my husband has been exceptional. The caregivers as well as the office staff have been attentive to our needs and have met all of our expectations. I would highly recommend Always Best Care to you and anyone who is in need of care for their loved one.”
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“I appreciate ABC of Bristol. They served me and my friend, Helen, at very difficult time. The office staff, social workers, and the aides were professional, caring, and reliable. Donna you are awesome....keep up the great work!!!! I would recommend this service to anyone.”
“I am a past client of this provider My journey with Always Best Care began with a visit from the owner and office manager. Soon after, I was introduced to the caregiver who would provide care for me. All 3 persons seemed very knowledgeable, experienced anf caring. I was certainly provided with quality service and much respect and compassion.”
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting John T Adkinson Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Brandywine Prime or visit Historic Poole Forge, 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 Garnet Valley, PA, 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 Garnet Valley, PA 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 Garnet Valley, PA 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.
The Garnet Valley JaguarsHead Coach: Eric Van WykClass 5A2024 Season Record: 9-4PIAA District 1 Key Starters lost Luke O’Donoghue, Luke Vaughn, Dean Koehler, Caden Koehler, Nolan Carroll, Joe Anzalone, Aiden Misiewicz, Massimo Iavarone, Brayden Green, Caden Olinger, Reis Meiser, Aidan Bendo, Chase Britton, Michael Medici, Drew Donaghy, Gavin Rossello, Ryan Douglas, Brendan McDermott. ...
| Key Starters lost |
| Luke O’Donoghue, Luke Vaughn, Dean Koehler, Caden Koehler, Nolan Carroll, Joe Anzalone, Aiden Misiewicz, Massimo Iavarone, Brayden Green, Caden Olinger, Reis Meiser, Aidan Bendo, Chase Britton, Michael Medici, Drew Donaghy, Gavin Rossello, Ryan Douglas, Brendan McDermott. |
| returning starters |
| Paxton Hunt – Senior – RB Travis Griffith – Senior – OL Brandon Scanlon – Senior – OL Michael Costa – Senior – TE Anthony Gifford – Senior – RB Billy Krause – Senior – Slot Sebastian Cantu – Junior – RB Paxton Hunt – Senior – MLB Erick Spadea – Senior – DL Brandon Scanlon – Senior – DL Nate Lengel – Senior – DL Dylan Orr – Junior – OLB Liam Genthert – Junior – DL |
Key Newcomers Joey DiMarino – Senior – MLB/FB Clayton Turner – Senior – Slot/DB Joey Daciw – Senior – WR/DB Jordin Baxter – Senior – WR/DB Fischer Travis – Senior – OL/DL Coltan Turner – Junior – QB/DB Nick D’Antonio – Junior – QB/DB Thomas Acosta – Junior – QB/OLB Nick DiLuzio – Junior – WR/DB Michael Buono – Junior – WR/DB Michael Archer – Junior – WR/DB Luke Bernard – Junior – RB/MLB Sam Barclift – Junior – OL/DL Owen Britton – Junior – OL/DL Andrew Cohen – Junior – TE/DL Brandon Krause – Junior – WR/DB Hadrian Krauss – Junior – RB/MLB Ethan Vaughn – Junior – RB/DB
| Season Outlook |
| “We are excited for our offensive unit this season to expand on the triple option and passing game. We are excited for the senior leadership on the offensive line and the core nucleus of physical runners in the running game. Just like the offensive side, we are most excited for the depth and leadership of our defensive line. We believe our linebacker play will be strong this year with tough backers. And we look forward to seeing the competition for the secondary positions all summer.”Eric Van Wyk |
Garnet Valley High School received significant flood damage in this latest round of thunderstorms in Delaware County, generating $1 million to $3 million in damage and repairs, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia.The school is being cleaned up after floodwaters reached the school’s auditorium, boiler room, and electrical system room. The plan is to open by the first day of school, Aug. 25.“The rain that we received that evening eclipsed the five-to-10-year statistics they had on flooding and t...
Garnet Valley High School received significant flood damage in this latest round of thunderstorms in Delaware County, generating $1 million to $3 million in damage and repairs, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia.
The school is being cleaned up after floodwaters reached the school’s auditorium, boiler room, and electrical system room. The plan is to open by the first day of school, Aug. 25.
“The rain that we received that evening eclipsed the five-to-10-year statistics they had on flooding and the amount of rainfall we received that evening, so pretty catastrophic,” Superintendent Marc Bertrando said.
The only positive thing was that it happened in the summer, not during school, so classes didn’t have to shut down for several weeks, Bertrando said.
The district plans to elevate the school’s electrical systems above flood level to protect them from future storms.
Meanwhile, over at the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, an estimated $164 million in renovations are planned for its school buildings, writes Alexandra Paskhaver for the Daily Times.
The renovations will modernize the buildings, enhance safety and accessibility, and reduce the district’s carbon footprint.
The renovations come as the district anticipates an increase in students from 3,738 to 3,820 by 2030.
Planned renovations include:
• At Strath Haven High School: eight new classrooms, four special education classrooms, four art rooms, and five laboratories.
• At Swarthmore-Rutlege School, improvements to the roof, building envelope, cabinetry, fire alarms, lighting, and HVAC systems.
• At Strath Haven Middle School: Improvements to the roofs, fire alarms, electrical systems, ceilings, and floorings.
• Wallingford Elementary School: improved fire alarms, HVAC, mechanical systems, and electrical systems.
• Nether Providence Elementary School: improvements to the elevators, fire alarms, HVAC and mechanical systems, electrical systems, ceilings, flooring, and more.
At each grade level, the district intends to deliver science and learning labs, special education programs, art, music, and other creative learning spaces, as well as various electives, spaces for individualized learning, and programs for physical education and athletics.
Construction is expected to begin in 2026 for the high school and conclude in 2034 for the elementary schools.
Find out more about flooding at Garnet Valley High School at CBS News Philadelphia, as reported at MSN.
Find out more about renovations in Wallingford-Swarthmore in the Daily Times.
CONCORDVILLE: There’s a popular saying that the best defense is a good offense. For the Haverford Fords, their game plan entering Friday night’s Central League at Garnet Valley was to control the clock and keep the Jaguars’ offense off the field. In the first hal,f it was mission accomplished for the Fords has they ran 30 plays compared to 17 the Jaguars ran on their way to a convincing 22-7 victory for the Fords at Moe DeFrank Stadium.Right from the start the Fords with Emmet Gillespie, Brendan Walker, Oliver Clune,...
CONCORDVILLE: There’s a popular saying that the best defense is a good offense. For the Haverford Fords, their game plan entering Friday night’s Central League at Garnet Valley was to control the clock and keep the Jaguars’ offense off the field. In the first hal,f it was mission accomplished for the Fords has they ran 30 plays compared to 17 the Jaguars ran on their way to a convincing 22-7 victory for the Fords at Moe DeFrank Stadium.
Right from the start the Fords with Emmet Gillespie, Brendan Walker, Oliver Clune, Joe McGinley and Rocco Kelleher paving the way the Fords set the tone for the night piecing together an 18 play 60 yard drive that ate up over 10 minutes of clock and featured 3 fourth down conversions and 12 carries by Liam Taylor who of the his 13 carry of the drive powered his way into the endzone to give the Fords the 7-0 lead. Taylor finished the game with 124 yards on 33 carries. As a team, the Fords rushed for 267 yards on 51 plays
“We talked all week, the game plan was we can’t give Garnet Valley a chance. They do such a great job on offense that if you give them a million plays, they had five minutes of possession in the first half, that’s what we wanted to see.”
When asked about the fourth-down conversion, Taylor said, “Fourth down is just another play for us to gain another 3-4 yards, we’ve got dudes to do it we go for it on fourth down, no need to punt.”
Once the Jaguars finally got possession of the ball, they showed that they have a potent run game as well, going 77 yards on 12 plays with Paxon Hunt bulldozing his way in from a yard out to tie things up at 7.
Paxon Hunt ties things up for @GarnetValleyFB at 7 with 7:48 left In 2Q @PaFootballNews pic.twitter.com/DvdOTuap9P
— Willie McGonigle (@WilliePAFN) August 29, 2025
But, the Fords responded with the ensuing drive going 58 yards on 10 plays before Adam Kilpatrick found the endzone from a yard out. On the extra point, Peter Manaras had trouble controlling the snap, but to picked the ball up and found Bobby Menear in the endzone for the two-point conversion, putting the Fords up 15-7.
With several of the Fords players going both ways, the Jaguars appeared poised to be putting together another scoring drive on their second drive of the game, but Gillespie came up with a strip sack and Kelleher fell on it, giving the Fords possession at the Jaguars’ 35. Eight plays later, the Fords again found the endzone with Manaras taking it in from a yard out, giving the Fords the 22-7 halftime lead.
Peter Manaras goes in from a yard out and @HHSFordsFB have a 22-7 lead over @GarnetValleyFB under a minute left in first half @PaFootballNews pic.twitter.com/DtkPlM9tzw
— Willie McGonigle (@WilliePAFN) August 29, 2025
In the third quarter, the Fords had their chances to extend their lead, but on the first drive of the half, the Fords lost a fumble and Brandon Scanlan fell on it for the Jaguars; however, the Jaguars couldn’t capitalize on the mistake.
In the fourth quarter, the Fords drove down to the Jaguars’ 1 before the Jags’ defense tightened up and forced a huge turnover on downs. With under a minute to play, the Fords once again reached the Jaguars 1 1-yard line before electing to go into victory formation.
The win gave the Fords a bit of revenge as the Jaguars were the Fords’ lone blemish in the Central League last season and marked their first victory over them in at least a decade. The Fords will look to remain undefeated on the season when they travel to Penncrest on Friday night. The Jaguars find themselves in unfamiliar territory, looking for their first win of the season when they travel to Harriton for a 7 pm kickoff on Friday.
Garnet Valley High School is recovering from significant flood damage after a powerful thunderstorm hit Delaware County, Pennsylvania, last week.Wednesday's storm left multiple areas of the building under water and disrupted several summer programs.Cleanup efforts are now underway after floodwaters poured into the school's auditorium, boiler room and electrical system room."The rain that we received that evening eclipsed the five-to-10-year statistics they had on flooding and the amount of rainfall we received that ...
Garnet Valley High School is recovering from significant flood damage after a powerful thunderstorm hit Delaware County, Pennsylvania, last week.
Wednesday's storm left multiple areas of the building under water and disrupted several summer programs.
Cleanup efforts are now underway after floodwaters poured into the school's auditorium, boiler room and electrical system room.
"The rain that we received that evening eclipsed the five-to-10-year statistics they had on flooding and the amount of rainfall we received that evening, so pretty catastrophic," Superintendent Marc Bertrando said.
Bertrando estimates the damage could cost the district anywhere from $1 million to $3 million.
Cellphone video captured torrents of water flowing into the auditorium and filling the orchestra pit. The boiler room and the room housing the school's electrical system were also flooded.
The flood caused a total power outage. As of Monday, the building was still without electricity.
"Super excited it happened in the summer and not during school, because if it happened during the school year, our building would have been shut down for several weeks," Bertrando said.
The flooding has disrupted student activities. Summer sports programs, including cheerleading, volleyball and basketball practice, have been relocated to nearby Garnet Valley Middle School.
Football players are using a generator-powered shed to lift weights in the heat.
"We were supposed to have a mini camp," said senior Paxton Hunt. "So I was definitely a little upset hearing it. They're putting a lot of work into the school, and it's definitely upsetting having another setback like this."
Athletic director Seth Brunner praised the coaching staff for quickly adjusting.
"It really goes to show how dedicated our coaches are," Brunner said. "They didn't want to let this hiccup affect their teams at all."
To prevent similar damage in the future, the district plans to elevate the school's electrical systems above flood level.
"Should a once-in-a-lifetime event happen twice, it will be high enough that it won't be impacted," Bertrando said.
District officials said they're doing everything possible to ensure Garnet Valley High School is ready to reopen in time for the first day of school on Aug. 25.
Until then, it's a summer of cleanup, patience and flexibility.
Madeleine Wright
Madeleine Wright is a bilingual general assignment reporter for CBS News Philadelphia who is fluent in Spanish. She joined the team in January 2022 and was named the Delaware County reporter in July 2023.
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