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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 Edgar Allan Pоe 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 Philadelphia, 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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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 Fairmount 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 Volvér or visit Powel 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.
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 Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, 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.
For the first time in more than a decade, “Wheel of Fortune” is to hold in-person auditions in Philadelphia.Auditions are to take place at the Event Center at Rivers Casino Philadelphia on Thursday, Sept. 18 and Friday, Sept. 19. They're to open from 11 a.m. through 3 p.m. on both days.Anyone 21 or older is eligible to audition.What to expect at the 'Wheel of Fortune' auditionOn the days of auditions, people are welcome to begin lining up at 10 a.m.The Event Center at Rivers Casino Philadelphi...
For the first time in more than a decade, “Wheel of Fortune” is to hold in-person auditions in Philadelphia.
Auditions are to take place at the Event Center at Rivers Casino Philadelphia on Thursday, Sept. 18 and Friday, Sept. 19. They're to open from 11 a.m. through 3 p.m. on both days.
Anyone 21 or older is eligible to audition.
On the days of auditions, people are welcome to begin lining up at 10 a.m.
The Event Center at Rivers Casino Philadelphia is located at 1001 N. Delaware Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19125.
Parking at Rivers Casino Philadelphia is free. A free shuttle is to run throughout the day from the property's main entrance and Riversuites at The Battery, Rivers Casino's hotel nearby.
Upon entrance, participants are to be asked to check in with basic information about themselves. Five through 10 people at a time are to meet with a member of the casting team, where they'll be given 30 seconds to present themselves.
To use those 30 seconds wisely, the "Wheel of Fortune" website recommends being “the high energy version of yourself.”
“We want to get to know YOU in these 30 seconds — jobs, passions, hobbies, and any fun, interesting facts,” the website reads. “Do not use your time telling us how much you love 'Wheel of Fortune.'”
After everyone in the group has their 30 seconds, the process is over. Producers are to contact participants at a later date to go over next steps if they're selected to move forward.
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“The ‘Wheel of Fortune’ fan base in and around Philadelphia is incredible, and we're excited to tap into that passion to find future contestants,” Executive Producer Bellamie Blackstone said in a statement to PhillyVoice. “We hope the fans bring some of that famous Philly spirit to the event so we can welcome those loyal 'Wheel' watchers in our studio to spin the wheel!”
“Wheel of Fortune” is a puzzle-based television game show where contestants guess letters to reveal hidden phrases. Contestants have the opportunity to win money and prizes, as determined by a spin of a wheel for each of the correct letter guesses.
The show was long-time hosted by Pat Sajak and Vanna White, before Ryan Seacrest took over for Sajak in 2024. Seacrest and White are the two current hosts.
“Wheel of Fortune” airs on 6ABC from 7:30-8 p.m. every weeknight. For more information visit wheeloffortune.com.
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From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!Immigrant rights advocates gathered across from the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia on Wednesday evening, calling on Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro to end state collaboration with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and expand protections for immigrant residents.“We want Governor Shapiro to use his executive power to stop state collaboration with ICE and to protect our constitutional...
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Immigrant rights advocates gathered across from the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia on Wednesday evening, calling on Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro to end state collaboration with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and expand protections for immigrant residents.
“We want Governor Shapiro to use his executive power to stop state collaboration with ICE and to protect our constitutional rights, including the right to due process,” said Tammy Murphy, public policy and advocacy manager at Make the Road PA. “We feel that it’s a shame that the governor hasn’t spoken publicly about protecting immigrants and protecting our constitutional right to due process, and that puts all of us in danger.”
Advocates’ demands include ending ICE access to state databases; strengthening state troopers’ ICE policy; ending collaboration between the state Department of Corrections and ICE; prohibiting immigration enforcement arrests in state facilities; and never leasing a state facility to ICE.
Organizers also urged the governor to support legislation that would grant driver’s licenses to all residents, including noncitizens. The bill, HB1518, is currently in the state House’s Transportation Committee.
Shapiro’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Blanca Pacheco, co-director of New Sanctuary Movement of Philadelphia, an interfaith immigrant advocacy organization, said people can end up being deported if they are stopped for minor traffic infractions and don’t have a driver’s license.
She wants Shapiro to support the bill, and immigrant communities as a whole.
“Varios gobernadores al nivel del país, alcaldes al nivel del país, legisladores, han hablado fuertemente en apoyo a los inmigrantes, y acá no se ha dicho nada, y eso se sienten las comunidades”, dijo.
“Several governors throughout the country, mayors throughout the country, legislators, have spoken out strongly in support of immigrants, and here they haven’t said anything, and that’s felt by the communities,” she said.
Pacheco said the increase in ICE raids in the Greater Philadelphia region have taken a toll on immigrants as well as allies who have seen their parents, brothers and fellow church members detained, and have been left feeling “grief and pain all of the time.”
“El oír que … tanto el gobernador Shapiro como la alcalde de la ciudad u otros gobernantes no dicen absolutamente nada aun expande ese sentimiento de duelo y de abandono y de incertidumbre de qué es lo que va a pasar el dia de mañana”, dijo ella, “si las personas salen a trabajar y no regresan, si los niños son dejados en la escuela y regresan y no tienen padres”.
“To hear that … Governor Shapiro and the mayor of the city and other elected officials aren’t saying anything expands that feeling of grief and abandonment and uncertainty about what’s going to happen tomorrow,” she said, “if people leave for work and don’t come back, if children are dropped off at school and come home and don’t have parents.”
Murphy said organizers also want to see Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker speak out in support of immigrant communities amid ongoing ICE raids in the city.
“There is a void of leadership on immigration rights, and people are waiting to hear,” she said. “We have families that are afraid to go to work, afraid to send their kids to school, afraid to go to the grocery store, afraid to go see the doctor.”
Parker did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Make the Road PA, Pennsylvania Immigration Coalition, New Sanctuary Movement of Philadelphia and other organizations organized Wednesday’s rally, which was one of several held across Pennsylvania for a statewide day of action.
Targets included the Army-Navy game, nuclear power plants, Valley Forge Military Academy, and the Philly Pride Parade, authorities said.PHILADELPHIA — A 19-year-old Philadelphia man was convicted on several charges related to terror plots that sought to bomb various targets in the region, including nuclear power plants.Muhyyee-Ud-din Abdul-Rahman, 19, of Philadelphia, was found guilty Wednesday of possession of explosive material, risking catastrophe, recklessly endangering another person, and attempted possession of we...
PHILADELPHIA — A 19-year-old Philadelphia man was convicted on several charges related to terror plots that sought to bomb various targets in the region, including nuclear power plants.
Muhyyee-Ud-din Abdul-Rahman, 19, of Philadelphia, was found guilty Wednesday of possession of explosive material, risking catastrophe, recklessly endangering another person, and attempted possession of weapons of mass destruction, court records show.
The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office said Abdul-Rahman built and possessed explosives and for plotted to attack possible targets.
These possible targets included the Philadelphia Pride Parade, a black university, the Army-Navy football game, Valley Forge Military Academy, nuclear power plants in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, and additional targets, the DA's office said.
Abdul-Rahman was charged in September 2024 after being arrested in August 2023.
Law enforcement started investigating Abdul-Rahman after they received electronic communications between him and terrorist organizations in Syria. These communications indicated that Rahman wanted to become a bomb maker for these groups, identified as Katibat al Tawhid wal Jihad (KTJ) and Hay'at Tahrir al Sham (HTS).
KTJ is officially designated by the U.S. State Department as a global terrorist organization and is affiliated with Al-Qaeda.
As the investigation continued with assistance from various law enforcement agencies, agents uncovered evidence that Abdul-Rahman was also gathering materials, including muriatic acid, potassium nitrate, and fertilizer, to construct explosives at his parents' residence.
Investigators also believe he tested such explosives a minimum of 12 times.
During this time, Abdul-Rahman was also purchasing tactical combat gear, including a chest rig that can store multiple AK-47 magazines, authorities said.
Abdul-Rahman also tried to make Triacetone Triperoxide, also called 'The Mother of Satan', which is considered an extremely potent and unstable type of explosive that even bomb technicians are prohibited from producing for testing purposes.
After being Mirandized, Abdul-Rahman was interviewed at length by law enforcement, in which he admitted his intent to assist terrorists overseas as a bomb maker. Agents subsequently conducted cell phone analysis after Abdul-Rahman gave investigators access to two devices. Internet search histories indicated that Abdul-Rahman was interested in the dates and times of local parades, including the Philadelphia Pride Parade.
Investigators also discovered evidence of his hatred for the LGBTQ+ community. Additional evidence indicated his interest in potentially targeting critical infrastructure throughout the region, including power plants and domestic military bases.
"We are grateful for the work of Assistant District Attorney Christopher Angelo, Supervisor of our Juvenile Unit, along with our justice partners, for collaborating on this investigation which likely prevented a horrific tragedy," District Attorney Larry Krasner said last year. "I also want to take this opportunity to denounce this defendant's twisted ideology, which in no way represents the overwhelming majority of peaceful people of faith, including the Muslim community. I hope Philadelphians join me in condemning hatred, bigotry, and violent political views in all of their forms."
LOS ANGELES, CA — It was after 1 a.m. eastern time in Los Angeles when the Phillies trotted out in the bottom of the 10th before a half-empty Dodger Stadium clutching to a 6-5 lead.With two outs and the bases loaded, David Robertson got Dodgers slugger Max Muncy to bounce a grounder down the first base line. Bryce Harper grabbed it and stepped on first. The stadium of one of the defending champions and the Phillies chief rivals to win the World Series, already cacophonous for several innings with the shouts of numerous Philly fa...
LOS ANGELES, CA — It was after 1 a.m. eastern time in Los Angeles when the Phillies trotted out in the bottom of the 10th before a half-empty Dodger Stadium clutching to a 6-5 lead.
With two outs and the bases loaded, David Robertson got Dodgers slugger Max Muncy to bounce a grounder down the first base line. Bryce Harper grabbed it and stepped on first. The stadium of one of the defending champions and the Phillies chief rivals to win the World Series, already cacophonous for several innings with the shouts of numerous Philly fans who had remained to the end of the game, erupted into cheers.
The out sealed a wild come from behind victory on enemy turf and marked the Phillies 14th win in their last 18 games. It also clinched their second consecutive National League East division title and put them on track to stay ahead of the Dodgers for one of the top two seeds in the league that receives a bye in the first round of the playoffs.
Here's a glance at what the playoff picture looks like today and what could be in store for the Phillies this coming Red October.
Playoff Positioning, Schedule
The Phillies are currently just 1.5 games behind the Milwaukee Brewers for the top seed in the National League and the best record in all of baseball. Their win over LA Monday night took them 5.5 games ahead of the Dodgers, who are the third seed. With just 11 games left in the regular season, the Phillies look almost certain to finish in the top two, which would give them a bye in the first round of the playoffs.
The third seeded Dodgers would then face the sixth seeded New York Mets, who are clutching on to the final playoff spot after a long and precipitous collapse over the past two months. The Phillies would play the winner of that series in the National League Divisional Series.
Meanwhile, the other Wild Card series, currently shaping up as the fourth seeded Chicago Cubs against the San Diego Padres, would send its winner to Milwaukee to play the Brewers.
Dates to know:
Does the rest of the season matter?
To a degree. The Dodgers could still technically come back and take the first round bye from the Phillies, but it would mean they would need to win most of their remaining games, and the Phillies would need to lose most of their remaining games. It's highly unlikely.
Assuming the Phillies clinch a bye, the only other thing to play for is the best record in the National League (and by default, all of MLB). If they finish with a better record than the Brewers, they would guarantee home field advantage against Milwaukee in a potential NLCS between the two.
Still, with the division locked up, expect a few regulars to get rest over the final days of the season. And expect the Phillies to tinker the order of their pitching rotation so that ace Cristopher Sanchez is set to go for Game 1 of the NLDS.
Who is the favorite to win the World Series?
ESPN Bet has the Phillies at the second best odds to win the World Series, at plus 500. They're just behind the Dodgers, at plus 450. Similarly, FanDuel Sportsbook has the Phillies in second at plus 550, with a more generous plus 420 lead for the Dodgers.
However, the Dodgers lost 30 points, and the Phillies gained 50 points, after their win late Monday. night.
And the Fightins are on a sharp upward trajectory. As recently as the All Star break in early July, the Phillies sat around fourth or sixth in the odds, with bettors giving them around plus 1000 odds, depending on the sportsbook. It's all been uphill since then, especially in the midst of their recent red hot stretch, as they've gone 7-1 in their last 8 games and 14-4 since they were swept by the Mets on Aug. 28.
Gambling odds, of course, are not the most reliable or informative way to look at actual, non-betting favorites. Odds are often determined by a combination of factors, including how good a given team was expected to be heading into the year, the number of superstars they have, the size of the city they play in and their corresponding name recognition, and then, of course, their current performance.
Is there a preferred opponent?
The Phillies match up well against just about everyone. They're 3-1 so far this year against the Dodgers, and shouldn't be afraid of the defending champions any more. If it's the Mets, they were utterly dominant in a four game sweep over them in the first week of September. The Phillies have some troubled history at Citi Field in New York, but since they have home field advantage, they technically wouldn't need to win a single game there to advance.
Less important than a specific opponent is home field advantage. The Phillies have the best home record in MLB, by far, and that dominance extends to the playoffs, where the terrifying Red October atmosphere has propelled them over the past four years.
How many more, JT?
In the clubhouse moments after the game had ended Monday. night, manager Rob Thomson gave a brief speech congratulating everyone. As shown on the NBC Sports Philadelphia broadcast, he then repeated the question he has asked JT Realmuto during previous playoff runs: how many more wins to go?
"Whatever the hell it takes," Realmuto roared, and the clubhouse exploded.
Philadelphia, PA (September 16, 2025) – A car overturned in a hit and run crash early Tuesday morning in the Stadium District of Philadelphia.According to initial reports, the crash happened around 6:40 a.m. near the intersection of South Broad St and Interstate 95. Witnesses said a vehicle was struck by another driver who then fled the scene. The impact caused the victim’s car to flip over onto its roof in the roadway.Emergency responders rushed to the scene to assist the people involved. Paramedics treated ...
Philadelphia, PA (September 16, 2025) – A car overturned in a hit and run crash early Tuesday morning in the Stadium District of Philadelphia.
According to initial reports, the crash happened around 6:40 a.m. near the intersection of South Broad St and Interstate 95. Witnesses said a vehicle was struck by another driver who then fled the scene. The impact caused the victim’s car to flip over onto its roof in the roadway.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene to assist the people involved. Paramedics treated the occupants of the overturned vehicle, though officials have not yet released details on the number of victims or the severity of their injuries. Traffic in the area slowed as crews worked to clear the wreckage and investigate the circumstances.
Authorities confirmed that the crash is being treated as a hit-and-run, and investigators are now searching for the driver responsible. Further updates are expected as the investigation continues.
Hit and run accidents are some of the most devastating crashes for victims. Not only do they often result in severe injuries, but the at-fault driver’s decision to flee leaves victims and their families struggling for answers and justice.
In Philadelphia, crashes involving fleeing drivers occur far too often. Victims may suffer from physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial burdens as they deal with recovery. Unlike other car accidents where the at-fault driver is present, hit-and-run cases create added challenges for victims seeking compensation.
Rollover crashes, like the one that occurred on South Broad St, are particularly dangerous. Victims often sustain:
These injuries may require hospital stays, surgeries, and rehabilitation. Victims often face weeks or months of recovery, which can make returning to work difficult or impossible.
Victims of hit and run accidents still have legal options. Law enforcement may eventually identify the fleeing driver, which allows victims to pursue claims for medical expenses, lost income, property damage, and pain and suffering. Even if the driver is never found, uninsured motorist coverage may provide some financial relief.
Working with our experienced car accident attorney is often the best way to navigate these complex cases. Our lawyer can communicate with insurance companies, investigate the crash, and pursue every available avenue of compensation on behalf of the victim.
If you or a loved one has been hurt in a hit and run accident, it is important to act quickly. Gathering evidence, filing claims, and seeking legal help right away can make a major difference in the outcome of your case.
At Edelstein, Martin, and Nelson, we fight for the rights of car accident victims across Pennsylvania. We know how devastating hit and run crashes can be, and we are committed to helping you get the justice and financial recovery you deserve.
If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident, call Edelstein, Martin, and Nelson today at (215) 731-9900 or visit our page to schedule a free consultation. We are here to provide guidance, support, and strong legal representation when you need it most.
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