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Home Care In Derwood, MD

Home Care Derwood, MD

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 Rockville Park Historic District 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 Derwood, MD 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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“I highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services in assisting with your search for quality care for your loved one. I worked with Dena to find a suitable facility that could care for my mother in her condition. They are very knowledgeable as it pertains to the senior care industry, which is overwhelming to those with no experience with this industry. The overall process was very thorough and I felt that worked diligently to find the best type of facility that would suit my mother's needs.”

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“I have been working at ABC as the Director of Operations for 5 years, and I can confirm that we have a great working environment. Our staff have been working for years and they are dedicated in great customer services and client satisfaction. We function as a family, and we make sure that caregivers are happy working for ABC. The benefits that we offer to our employees are enormous and more importantly, the training programs are continual and very effective based on client's care plan. ABC is a place I can recommend to CNA, GNA, and Nurses to work and our services are well designed for seniors. Thank you.”

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“My 97 year old husband on Hospice was cared for by his namesake, another Benjamin who was with him daily from 8AM to 8PM. Not only did Benjamin help me survive (I am almost 97 too), but he was so kind, gentle and careful about all that he did. When my husband saw him in the morning, he actually managed a tiny smile. In addition to direct care for his patient, he washed dishes, dusted and vacuumed!! There were also two night shift aides, Emanuel and Bismarck. Each came only once but they were equally competent. Without Robin Henoch and ABC? I don't even want to think about it.”

Joan G.
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“This is a follow up about my Mom who is 87 years old recovering from a hip fracture and numerous complications related to being under medicated and over medicated at various inpatient facilities. The 24 hour care team at Always Best Care Rockville has kept us going and cared for my Mom as if they would their own Mom over the past 9 weeks. This team includes outstanding and heroic Day shift care by Suzanne, Roseline and Dorothy and Night shift care by Afua, Ellen, Hawa. An extra 10 star commendation goes to Roseline and Dorothy who spoke up about concerns they had to their nurse managers that resulted in a discovery that my Mom was being overmedicated during day time hours and undermedicated at night. 10 star commendation also go to Ndey Care Coordinator in the office who is always calm, caring and helpful no matter what craziness is going on! Thank you all! This is the highest calling to provide personalized, deeply compassionate care to those who are sick and vulnerable!”

Molly C.
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“We have been using this service for over a year for 24/7 care for my 87 year old mother with dementia. A few of the caregivers have been with her over a year. Raheema her weekend, daytime caregiver treats her like family. She is so kind & an advocate for her care. Mom loves Fridays when Vera comes because not only does she take good care of her above & beyond such as putting curlers in her hair & taking her around the block, but she also has lots of energy & jokes around with her which she loves. Ami takes care of Mom a few overnights each week & she is kind, gentle, compassionate & professional. In the office, Ashley spent an extraordinary amount of time with me at the beginning & was friendly & professional & caring. Esther really listens to my concerns & addresses them. I would highly recommend their service.”

Jennifer B.
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“I've had such great experience working with everyone at Always Best Care. They're all amazing and hard working people.”

Ndey A.
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“I can't say enough about the professionalism and the general overall caring from the top down to my 92 year old mother's care giver Diana. Not only does my mother adore her, her friends say how great Diana is and lastly the facility called me yesterday to say how great Diana is working with my mother. 5 Stars is not enough....”

Andrew E.
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“Needed a caregiver for my dad during my son's wedding and we were put in touch with Always Best. They did a tremendous job through the whole process including scheduling and making sure our needs were met. The event day caregiver was Sam and he was so great to my dad. On time, friendly, always smiling and ensuing my dad was comfortable at all times. Would use them again for sure”

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“My grandmother needed to go to a skilled nursing facility from the hospital. She was scared and we wanted to ensure that she was well taken care of, so we arranged for caregivers there. She went home with 24 hour care. ABC made that process so easy and they were so kind. My grandmother found her caregivers to be dependable, courteous, helpful, compassionate and punctual. She wanted to personally thank Anne Marie Njang, Celestina, and Akosua Atta for being there for her.”

Briana E.
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“Expert and professional care provided for my loved one.”

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“We were very pleased with Always Best Care (ABC). We used ABC following a major surgery. We needed a CNA for various types of assistance for two people with limited mobility. Our original plan for help, with a different agency, fell apart early in my recovery. ABC had an excellent replacement in our home within 24 hours. The woman who provided most of our care was very good. Based on both responsiveness and quality, we would call ABC first if we need in home care in the future.”

Greg M.
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“We used ABCSS for my Dad. When Mom needed similar care, they were the first we called. The need happened very quickly and ABCSS was able to find us a 24/7 sitter for the first night when we called them. They provide caregivers who indeed care about those they serve. Robin and Ashley (owners) are very attentive to our needs and are always looking for ways they can make things easier for us while caring for our loved ones. Highly recommend.”

Jim P.
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“At a time when you need help the most. When you don't know what to expect next, other the expectation to be overwhelmed, Always Best Care was a great choice for help when I needed it the most in caring for my elder Father. I was out of my element and really didn't know what to do to properly care for my Father - but Always Best Care knew exactly what to do. When we first contacted Robin she responded immediately, met with us very quickly and was ready to go with as much staffing & care that we needed on Day 1. The caregivers were all experienced and personable, and genuinely nice people. When the time came that we had to shift to Hospice care, the staff already knew what to do with regard to interacting with the Hospice staff. And when the time came that my Father passed away they made sure we were notified immediately and remained with my Father until we arrived. I couldn't have asked for a level of service beyond what we received and I thank Robin and her staff for helping my Father and our family during his final weeks of life so that we could make him as comfortable as possible.”

Elliott R.
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“competent csring staff. always reliable.in Over six months of daily care, there was only one incident when weather prevented anyone from coming”

Stephanie H.
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“My mother received services from ABC for about 2 years. I reached out to Robin (head of the agency) because Mom was struggling with her memory and other symptoms of dementia. Always Best Care has wonderful caregivers and the staff was always available, kind, hard working and helpful. This refers to not only the caregivers, but their staff of nurses, doctors, receptionists, everyone. I could (and did) call day or in the middle of the night, and someone was always available to help me with my mom's issues. The caregivers were prompt, professional, hard working and really patient and kind. My mom passed away last month with Advanced Alzheimer's disease. I feel good really about the final years of my mom's life, at home with all she loved most, and that includes all that Always Best Care has to offer.”

Francesca P.
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“Awesome staff and care givers!!”

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“I am a past client of this provider Always Best Care is what their namesays -- always the best.We used them for a few family members and couldn't have been more pleased. Finding quality care for those you love can be overwhelming and unsettling. Through Robin, Blake and their excellent caregivers, we found not only the high quality care we sought but completepeace of mind. It was clear from the very beginning that they place the needs of their clients and clients' families above all else. They work hard to find the best match for your particular situation, communicate extremely well, and are always ready to help however they can. In short, they are outstanding partners in the care of your loved ones, and I personally am extremely grateful for thecare Robin, Blake, and Marie provided my parents.We are fortunate to have found Always Best Care and recommend them enthusiastically and without reservation.”

Dave G.
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“Always Best Care is what their name says -- always the best. We used them for a few family members and couldn't have been more pleased. Finding quality care for those you love can be overwhelming and unsettling. Through Robin, Blake and their excellent caregivers, we found not only the high quality care we sought but complete peace of mind. It was clear from the very beginning that they place the needs of their clients and clients' families above all else. They work hard to find the best match for your particular situation, communicate extremely well, and are always ready to help however they can. In short, they are outstanding partners in the care of your loved ones, and I personally am extremely grateful for the care Robin, Blake, and Marie provided my parents. We are fortunate to have found Always Best Care and recommend them enthusiastically and without reservation.”

Dave G.
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“Great company, great staff, great care.”

Russell S.
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“Always Best Care of Mid-Montgomery County lives up to its name! For over 2 years, our experience was responsive, professional, flexible and involved management and kind, caring, attentive, and utterly reliable caregivers. I highly recommend this senior care firm.”

Beth D.
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“I am a current client of this provider Our current caregiver is great. Whenever there has been an issue or concern about my parents’ care, Always Best Care has responded immediately and effectively.”

Morrison F.
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“I am a past client of this provider Always Best Care of Potomac lives up to its name! I employed their services for a family member for 2 1/2 years. The care was EXCELLENT - kind, professional, attentive, and utterly reliable - every single caregiver. The management of Always Best Care is the best you can ask for - extremely involved, flexible to many changes in schedules and client's condition, completely professional and sensitive to needs at the same time. I HIGHLY recommend Always Best Care of Potomac - they set the standard for the highest quality of Home Care you will find.”

Beth D.
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“Always Best Care of Mid-Montgomery County lives up to its name! For over 2 years, our experience was responsive, professional, flexible and involved management and kind, caring, attentive, and utterly reliable caregivers. I highly recommend this senior care firm.”

Beth D.
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“My parents are currently receiving excellent care. During any of my interactions I have always encountered courteous, professional and helpful staff. I am grateful.”

Maria M.
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“I moved my parents, who have dementia, from a large retirement community to a group home. When I realized that the group home did not provide proper care for them, which resulted in both parents coming down with urinary tract infections simultaneously, 2 times in three weeks, I knew they needed to move. My father’s dementia had also escalated significantly and he became fearful of the caregivers, who had no prior experience caring for someone with advanced Alzheimer’s symptoms and their approach was not appropriate. ABC came to my rescue and immediately provided a wonderful male caregiver for my father from 4-8 PM, seven days a week, while she conducted a search to find the right place for my parents to move. She took into consideration our family’s financial limitations as well. Within a short period of time, we were able to move them to their current location where they are getting wonderful care, delicious food and ongoing bus excursions every other week! My father is no longer fearful of the caregivers and my mother is very content, as well. They have had no further urinary tract problems. ABC solved 2 challenges for me: 1) they immediately found the right caregiver for my father and 2) found the perfect location for my parents to be cared for properly. Daughter of E & F Silver Spring, MD”

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What is Non-Medical Senior Care in Derwood, MD?

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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 Derwood, MD

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

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 Rock Creek Regional 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

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 Biscotti Restaurant or visit Agricultural History Farm Park, 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 Derwood, MD

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 Derwood, MD, 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 MD'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 Derwood, MD 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:

  • Alfred House Symphony
  • Sycamore Acres Group Home II
  • Chase Homes Inc
  • Manchester House
  • La Familia Assisted Living
  • Brightview West End
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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 Derwood, MD 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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Latest News in Derwood, MD

Adoption Fees Waived For Some Dogs At MOCO Animal Shelter

Montgomery County Animal Services will waive adoption fees Oct. 15-31 for dogs that weigh more than 40 pounds. The shelter is filling up.Deb Belt, Patch StaffDERWOOD, MD — Montgomery County Animal Services will waive adoption fees Oct. 15-31 for dogs that weigh more than 40 pounds. It's part of the shelter's "Find Your Boo" event, sponsored by Friends of Montgomery County Animals.The shelter’s populatio...

Montgomery County Animal Services will waive adoption fees Oct. 15-31 for dogs that weigh more than 40 pounds. The shelter is filling up.

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DERWOOD, MD — Montgomery County Animal Services will waive adoption fees Oct. 15-31 for dogs that weigh more than 40 pounds. It's part of the shelter's "Find Your Boo" event, sponsored by Friends of Montgomery County Animals.

The shelter’s population of large dogs has increased. If more people do not adopt, the shelter will once more reach critical capacity, as it did over the summer. Adopters are urgently needed for medium and large dogs, shelter staff said in a news release.

"If anyone is considering adding a pet to the family, now is the time. Adopting is easy and will be made even easier with no adoption fee during the special event, " the agency said.

A fenced yard or a house isn't a must to have a big dog, which can sometimes be great apartment dogs, said MCASAC Community Relations Manager Maria Anselmo.

“We have all types, from couch potatoes to hiking or running buddies,” Ansemo said.

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Start the adoption process online by filling out the adoption questionnaire and sending in the required documents. The questionnaire, required documents and more information on the adoption process can be found online.

Adopters also can visit the adoption center during open hours from noon to 7 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and from noon to 5 p.m. on weekends. Adoptions are processed on a first-come, first-served basis by appointment. Walk-in appointments are subject to counselor availability.

Adoptions are same-day, so people should be prepared to take home an animal on the day of their appointment.

New animals regularly arrive at the shelter. View adoptable animals online or visit the facility during open hours at 7315 Muncaster Mill Road in Derwood.

The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center, which is operated by the Office of Animal Services, provides sheltering and care to homeless, abused and neglected animals. It is the county’s only open-admission, municipal shelter.

Animal Services officers are available seven days a week to investigate complaints and respond to animal emergencies 24 hours a day. For information, visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/animalservices.

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Community weighs in on renaming Magruder High School

The name of a local high school that's been open since the '70s is now being reconsidered since the man it's currently named after once owned slaves.The name of a local high school that's been open since the '70s is now being reconsidered since the man it's currently named after once owned slaves.In February, a petition was submitted to the Montgomery County Board of Educationrequesting that the board consider renaming Colonel Zadok Magruder High School.Census records dating back to 1790 revealed that the colonel owned a...

The name of a local high school that's been open since the '70s is now being reconsidered since the man it's currently named after once owned slaves.

The name of a local high school that's been open since the '70s is now being reconsidered since the man it's currently named after once owned slaves.

In February, a petition was submitted to the Montgomery County Board of Educationrequesting that the board consider renaming Colonel Zadok Magruder High School.

Census records dating back to 1790 revealed that the colonel owned at least 26 slaves, and kept them on his property near to where the school is currently located.

In 2020, students at the school launched a similar petition, calling for the Derwood-based high school to be renamed after someone who didn't participate in slavery. They garnered over 2,000 signatures for their cause.

"Col. Zadok Magruder chained humans. Our high school was named for him because he commanded a Maryland militia in the Revolutionary War. But now that we know that he shackled black people, let’s rename our school after a non slaver," the Change.org petition reads.

As a result of the latest outcry, Montgomery County Public Schools is holding a series of community dialogues to allow people to discuss what the school's name means to them, and how it affirms the school's educational mission and values.

These sessions are set up to help the school board determine the community's interest in renaming the school.

So far, there's been two meetings on the topic: one in-person at Magruder High School, and the other was held virtually over the weekend.

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On Wednesday, school officials heard from community members at nearby Shady Grove Middle School – which feeds into Magruder.

The remaining sessions will be held Thursday, Nov. 2, at 6:30 p.m., at Flower Hill Elementary School and virtually on Friday, Oct. 27, from 12pm-1pm via Zoom.

Fees Waived To Adopt All Dogs At Montgomery Co. Shelter May 18-28

Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center to waive fees for all dogs adopted May 18-28 as part of its "Love is Blooming" event.Deb Belt, Patch StaffDERWOOD, MD — Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center will waive fees to adopt all dogs May 18 through May 28 as part of the “Love is Blooming” adoption event sponsored by Friends of Montgomery County Animals.The Animal Servic...

Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center to waive fees for all dogs adopted May 18-28 as part of its "Love is Blooming" event.

Deb Belt, Patch Staff

DERWOOD, MD — Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center will waive fees to adopt all dogs May 18 through May 28 as part of the “Love is Blooming” adoption event sponsored by Friends of Montgomery County Animals.

The Animal Services and Adoption Center is located at 7315 Muncaster Mill Road in Derwood. The shelter is filled with dogs looking for good homes.

“Spring is a great time to adopt a dog,” said Adoption Supervisor Faith Koleszar in a news release. “We hope this May promotion will encourage those considering adoption to grow their family by adopting a dog from MCASAC.”

The adoption process can be started online by filling out the adoption questionnaire and sending required documents via email. Adopters may also visit the adoption center during open hours to start the process in-person.

More information about the adoption process can be found at montgomerycountymd.gov/animalservices/adoption/howtoadopt.

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Adoptions are first-come, first-served by appointment. Adopters should be prepared to take an animal home at the end of their appointment. Walk-in appointments are subject to counselor availability.

The shelter is operated by the county’s Office of Animal Services and provides sheltering and care to homeless, abused and neglected animals. It is the county’s only open-admission, municipal shelter.

Animal Services officers are available seven days a week, 24 hours each day, to investigate complaints and respond to animal emergencies.

For more information on MCASAC, visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/animalservices.

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Lightning Strike Map in Derwood, MD

A developing disturbance will kick off new severe storms across the eastern half of the nation through midweek. Flash flooding will also be a concern in some areas.Storms will continue to fire from the Mississippi Valley to the Ohio and Tennessee valleys throughout today and tonight, with more spotty activity expected to develop in the Carolinas and across parts of the Deep South this afternoon and evening. All modes of severe weather will be possible, including strong tornadoes, damaging wind gusts, and large hail.The Storm Pr...

A developing disturbance will kick off new severe storms across the eastern half of the nation through midweek. Flash flooding will also be a concern in some areas.

Storms will continue to fire from the Mississippi Valley to the Ohio and Tennessee valleys throughout today and tonight, with more spotty activity expected to develop in the Carolinas and across parts of the Deep South this afternoon and evening. All modes of severe weather will be possible, including strong tornadoes, damaging wind gusts, and large hail.

The Storm Prediction Center has a large Enhanced Risk for severe weather today, which stretches from northeastern Texas to the Lower Midwest and Tennessee Valley. There is also a Moderate Risk that starts in southeastern Missouri and goes into western Kentucky and northwestern Tennessee. St. Louis and Springfield, Mo., Little Rock, Ark., Louisville and Bowling Green, Ky., and Memphis and Nashville, Tenn. all have a good chance for severe weather today.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect across much of western and central Missouri through the early afternoon. Another Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina, and northwestern South Carolina through mid-afternoon. Additional Watches are expected to be issues over the course of the day.

In addition to the severe threat, the heavy rain from the thunderstorms will likely cause areas of flash flooding today. Flash Flood Watches can be found in most of southern Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, and on the western side of the central Appalachians. Rain amounts up to 1.5 to 3.5 inches are possible.

This storm system will speed eastward on Thursday, dragging a long cold front with it. This cold front will be the main focus of severe storms on Thursday. Gusty winds and hail will be the main threats, but a few tornadoes could also develop. A Slight Risk stretches from the southern Mid-Atlantic into the Southeast and across much of the Deep South, with an Enhanced Risk also covering the I-35 corridor in Texas from Austin to Dallas.

The best way to remain safe is to stay prepared and informed about your local weather. Have a severe weather kit packed with a battery-operated radio, water and non-perishable food items should you be without power for long periods of time. Also, check the WeatherBug app frequently for any updates on today’s severe weather. Remember, “When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!”

Animal Shelter Full, 'Adopters Urgently Needed': Montgomery County

Montgomery County's animal shelter is full, and residents can adopt all animals at no cost Dec. 11-24, officials said. Here's what to do.Deb Belt, Patch StaffDERWOOD, MD — Montgomery County's animal shelter is full, and residents can adopt pets at no cost during the Home for the Holidays event for all animals Dec. 11-24.Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center is holding the event from Sunday, Dec. 11, thr...

Montgomery County's animal shelter is full, and residents can adopt all animals at no cost Dec. 11-24, officials said. Here's what to do.

Deb Belt, Patch Staff

DERWOOD, MD — Montgomery County's animal shelter is full, and residents can adopt pets at no cost during the Home for the Holidays event for all animals Dec. 11-24.

Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center is holding the event from Sunday, Dec. 11, through Saturday, Dec. 24. The “Home for the Holidays” adoption event is sponsored by Friends of Montgomery County Animals.

The shelter is full, and adopters are urgently needed, the county said in a news release. All types of animals are available for adoption including guinea pigs, rabbits, reptiles, cats and dogs.

"For those considering adding a new pet to your family, now is the time. Adopting is easy, and even easier during the Home for the Holidays with no adoption fees," the agency said.

The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center is located at 7315 Muncaster Mill Rd. in Derwood. The main phone number is 240-773-5900. The center is open six days a week (it is closed on Wednesdays).

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The adoption process can be started online by filling out the adoption questionnaire and emailing in the required documents. Adopters may also choose to visit the Adoption Center during open hours to start the process in-person. The questionnaire, required documents and more information about the adoption process can be found at montgomerycountymd.gov/animalservices/adoption/howtoadopt.

New animals arrive at the shelter every day. Potential adopters are encouraged to view who is available for adoption online at montgomerycountymd.gov/animalservices/adoption before visiting the facility.

Adoptions are done on first-come, first-served availability—by appointment. Walk-in appointments are subject to counselor availability. Adoptions are same-day and animals are not held for adopters, so they should be prepared to take an animal home at the time of their appointment.

The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center is operated by the Office of Animal Services, provides high standard sheltering and care to the homeless, abused and neglected animals. It is the county’s only open-admission, municipal shelter.

Animal Services Officers are available seven days a week to investigate complaints and respond to animal emergencies 24 hours a day. For more information, visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/animalservices.

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