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Home Care In Rockville, MD

Home Care Rockville, 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 Rockville Park Historic District in Rockville, MD 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 Rockville, 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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“Our family is so grateful for the Always Best staff that lovingly cared for my father-in-law Bill over the last year of his life. The caregivers included Sylvester, Elizabeth and Amy in the daytime, and Ellen, Haddy, and Isatu at night. They cared for Bill as if he was family. It was exceptional care and we will always fondly remember them.”

Mac T.
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“We have such good experience not just with the individual caregivers (special shout-outs to the OUTSTANDING Tracy and Isatou), but with the administration and management. Tiara and her team are so responsive and clear, and the portal for viewing our schedules and so forth was also invaluable. Just an A+ company, which recruits exceptional people. We are so grateful.”

Elizabeth K.
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“I’ve been working at Always Best Care for almost six years, and it has truly been the best place to work.”

Abebech A.
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“Dena is a consummate professional that has spent years dedicating her time to helping seniors and their families. She is kind, compassionate, very resourceful, and we would not hesitate to refer her service to any family in need. As a dementia expert, she is truly able to help families understand this disease process, and provide support and guidance along their journey, which is something we greatly appreciate!”

Silverado M.
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“We needed to find care for my grandmother after a serious health crisis. Her care would be taking place across state lines, about 2 hours away from my home. I was referred to Dena at ABC by someone in my community. It turns out that she lives in the area where Gram would be placed. As a result, she was able to recommend a wonderful assisted living facility hat fit our specifications perfectly. We were able to tour the facility via Zoom while a family member toured with Dena in person.Dena’s willingness to listen and then take great care in her recommendation made the search painless. We were so fortunate to find this compassionate business.”

Kimberly G.
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“I would like to thank the folks at Always Best Care for taking care of my Mom, especially Ashley for coordinating everything, nurse Diptina for looking after her health, caregiver Georgina for taking care of her and Dina for helping to place her in an assisted living home.”

Eric R.
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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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“Always Best Care Senior Services supplied me with superior skilled nursing care after my partial hip replacement. I could not have done without Cadaissia's and Kumba's very attentive care. I appreciated that they followed my specific directions exactly. There was never one complaint. They were calm, kind, patient and confident. I highly recommend "Always Best Care Senior Services," Cadaissia and Kumba very highly.”

Barbara B.
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“Tigist, Grace A, Elaine, & Jonathan try to help my elderly dad every day seemingly to the best of their abilities.”

Mashelle B.
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“After my elderly sister fell, I needed an attendant on short notice. Always Best Care provided an over-night attendant with just 2 hours notice. The attendant arrived exactly on time and did a great job!”

JIMMIE T.
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“We are so happy to have found Always Best Care. Last November, I suffered a compound ankle fracture and was completely non weight-bearing. As the primary helper for my husband who has Parkinson's, I needed to find a solution fast. I called Always Best based on a neighbor's recommendation. Within a short time, I had an in-home visit from their representative who listened carefully to me describe our needs and helped develop a forward looking plan. . The next day, Always Best sent an aide to our house. From the minute this young woman (Swikriti) came into our home, things got better, I could hardly believe what a good match Always Best had to us right from the start! She is energetic, pleasant, and respectful with a strong work ethic and a desire to help. Although I am now able to walk again, we continue to work with Swikriti as she is such a big help to us. Our experience with Always Best has been very position - from the initial assessment, to their front office staff, billing, and most of all, their fantastic aide.”

JoAnn S.
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“ABC was so helpful, professional and easy to work with when I needed help caring for my mom. I highly recommend”

Lisa C.
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“Always Best Care is a wonderful place to work. The staff are kind, thoughtful and the quality of service is above and beyond the norm. I am grateful to have joined such a prestigious organization of women that care about the people and employees they serve. It is extremely rare to find the level of expertise and professionalism that ABC possesses, anywhere else in this industry.”

Tiara B.
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“Always Best Care has provided my mother and our family with wonderful care and support from her stay in sub acute rehab to assisted living over several years. We have been fortunate to have the same caregiver for the last year and she has been beyond stellar! All other caregivers were always above average. Just an outstanding group of very compassionate and kind people from the office to the caregivers. Our family HIGHLY recommends Always Best Care!”

Wendy K.
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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.”

Dwayne W.
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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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“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”

Andreas A.
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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.”

Glenda C.
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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.

What is Non-Medical Senior Care in Rockville, 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 Rockville, 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 Welsh Park in Rockville, MD 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 Stanford Grill Rockville or visit Map of Rockville, 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 Rockville, 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 Rockville, 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 Rockville, 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:

  • Brightview West End
  • Sunrise of Rockville
  • Brightview Fallsgrove
  • Raphael House
  • Ingleside at King Farm
  • CohenRosen House
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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 Rockville, 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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6 Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In Rockville

ROCKVILLE, MD — The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots will meet Sunday, Feb. 8, in a rematch of one of the greatest NFL championship games in history. It’s not too early to scout the best places to watch the big game here in Rockville.The battle for the coveted Vince Lombardi Trophy takes place this year at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. In their last big game meeting in 2015, the Patriots secured a 28-24 comeback victory over the Seahawks. The epic contest was decided in the final seconds when a Patrio...

ROCKVILLE, MD — The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots will meet Sunday, Feb. 8, in a rematch of one of the greatest NFL championship games in history. It’s not too early to scout the best places to watch the big game here in Rockville.

The battle for the coveted Vince Lombardi Trophy takes place this year at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. In their last big game meeting in 2015, the Patriots secured a 28-24 comeback victory over the Seahawks. The epic contest was decided in the final seconds when a Patriots interception of a Seahawks pass resulted in a game-winning touchdown.

If you want someone else to make the snacks or serve the beer, several sports bars in Rockville are primed for the handoff. Kickoff is at 6:30 p.m. ET, but you’ll want to get there early to make sure you get a spot.

Here are some area bars and restaurants with enough screens that you won’t miss a play:

World of Beer196 E Montgomery Ave. #B(301) 340-2915

From 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., World of Beer’s Rockville branch will treat football fans to game day specialties like 99 cent buffalo shrimp, $3 smash burger sliders and select beers ranging as low as $3.

Finnegan’s Wake100 Gibbs St., Unit #F(301) 339-8379(301) 339-8267

Open from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., Finnegan’s Wake in Rockville Town Square is a family-owned affair offering customers a taste of traditional Irish cuisine and bar food.

First Street Tavern820 Baltimore Road(240) 776-6999

What’s a little round of pool to go with your Super Bowl watch? Guests at First Street Tavern can also pick from burgers to subs and wings, of course, for their game day eats. Open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Lucky Strike Rockville15720 Shady Grove Road(301) 948-1390

Want something extra to keep the fun levels at an all-time high? How about a little bowling? At Lucky Strike Rockville, football fans can mix their love of the game with bowling lanes and a sports bar, of course. Doors will be open from noon to 11 p.m.

Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse1651 Chapman Ave.(240) 833-8075

At the recently opened Terra Gaucha, customers can merge their love for the pigskin with the tastes of southern Brazilian dishes. Make a reservation, or pull up a seat at the bar. Doors open from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. for dinner service.

Botanero Restaurant800 Pleasant Drive, Suite 160(240) 474-5461

If you’re looking to upgrade your food options, the Botanero Restaurant is serving a mix of small plates that include salads, empanadas and specialty plates such as bacon-wrapped dates, paella, duck confit and grilled skirt steak.

For those dining in, the King Farm Village Center eatery will be bringing in its oversized dropdown screen for optimum viewing and putting out an “unlimited buffet spread of chef-crafted, elevated game-day favorites.” Open from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

But, if you’re staying home, a special takeout menu is coming soon.

What About Options For Gaithersburg?

Dave and Buster’s9811 Washingtonian Blvd.(301) 296-9350

For some family-friendly fun, how about mixing Super Bowl festivities with some arcade games? At Dave & Buster’s, a 40-foot screen will be showing all angles of each play, but make sure you snag a special ticket to secure premium seating for the big day.

Dog Haus Biergarten Kentlands644 Center Point Way(240) 690-6090

From 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., guests can watch the big game at Dog Haus Biergarten’s bar area. Customers can expect food selections to range from the “haus” dog to the eatery’s variety of sliders and chicken sandwiches. Make sure to arrive early to find the best table!

Yard House211 Rio Blvd.(240) 683-8790

Offering a variety of American-style dishes at the Rio Washingtonian Center, Yard House customers will be able to enjoy game day in style with a seemingly endless selection of drafts. Visit anytime between 11 a.m. and midnight.

Dogfish Head Alehouse800 W. Diamond Ave.(301) 963-4847

Dine-in Dogfish customers will be granted access to half priced appetizers, $2 off any crowlers, and even a special takeout menu. The fun runs from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m.

Montgomery County Schools Decide On Classes For Jan. 30

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD — Due to ongoing safety concerns brought on by last weekend's winter storm, Montgomery County Public Schools will remain closed for students on Friday, Jan. 30, the district said.According to school officials, the district will be under a Code Red, which means:"For MCPS to open safely, we need bus-accessible roads, pedestrian-safe sidewalks, and school campuses with safe entries, cleared parking lots and sidewalks free from ice and snow," district officials said. "This does not mean th...

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD — Due to ongoing safety concerns brought on by last weekend's winter storm, Montgomery County Public Schools will remain closed for students on Friday, Jan. 30, the district said.

According to school officials, the district will be under a Code Red, which means:

"For MCPS to open safely, we need bus-accessible roads, pedestrian-safe sidewalks, and school campuses with safe entries, cleared parking lots and sidewalks free from ice and snow," district officials said. "This does not mean that every piece of snow and ice will be removed for us to operate; however, we need to consider the safety of not just bus riders but also walkers and student drivers."

Weekend activities such as Saturday School, athletics and community use of school facilities are also canceled for Saturday and Sunday.

"Crews will be working throughout the weekend and need space to finish clearing bus loops and parking lots," officials said. "Please avoid visiting school campuses over the weekend."

For planning purposes, MCPS school officials said families should also anticipate a two-hour delay for Monday, Feb. 2. This could change depending on county and state crews continuing to clear roads and students having safe walking routes to school.

Additional updates about Monday’s operational status will be shared on Sunday after 4 p.m.

Emergency Food Sites

On Friday, the following 16 schools will be open for meal pick up between noon and 2 p.m.

Families will receive up to three days worth of meals on Friday. Meals are available to those 18 and under or to individuals over 18 with a disability who are enrolled in school programs.

Child Care Availability

At this time, some MCPS facilities may be able to support child care services. Availability varies by site and is dependent on snow and ice removal, safe access to the building, fully functioning building systems, and staff availability, both MCPS staff and child care provider staff.

Families must contact their individual child care provider directly to confirm whether services are operating and to verify hours of operation.

Jonathan Layne Recognized as the #1 Real Estate Agent in Rockville, MD

ROCKVILLE, Md., January 29, 2026 (Newswire.com) - With Rockville's median sale price at $760,000 and homes averaging 91 days on market in the latest reported month, today's market is rewarding buyers who are truly loan-ready and sellers who price and position with discipline-conditions that continue to spotlight Jonathan Layne as the for clients who want data-driven guidance and clean execution across every step of the transaction. Buying or selling in Rockville, MD? Call Jonathan Layne at Compass on 724.766.5863...

ROCKVILLE, Md., January 29, 2026 (Newswire.com) - With Rockville's median sale price at $760,000 and homes averaging 91 days on market in the latest reported month, today's market is rewarding buyers who are truly loan-ready and sellers who price and position with discipline-conditions that continue to spotlight Jonathan Layne as the for clients who want data-driven guidance and clean execution across every step of the transaction. Buying or selling in Rockville, MD? Call Jonathan Layne at Compass on 724.766.5863.

Why Is Jonathan Layne the Best Realtor in Rockville, MD?

Rockville buyers aren't just choosing a house-they're choosing a monthly payment, a commute, and a long-term plan for equity. Layne's edge is that he brings the decision-making discipline of finance to the real estate process, helping clients understand what matters, what doesn't, and where the leverage actually is.

His background includes eight years as a financial planner and six years as a mortgage branch manager, so he's comfortable translating "rate talk" and "loan talk" into real strategy-especially when the difference between winning and losing is the structure of the offer, not just the price. "The best deals don't come from luck-they come from being prepared before you tour and precise when you write," says Layne.

What Is Jonathan Layne's Experience in Rockville?

Layne is a top-producing Real Estate Agent associated with Compass and leads the Layne Residential Group, serving buyers and sellers across the Washington D.C. metropolitan area with a focus on Rockville, Potomac, North Potomac, and Bethesda. His licensing and active business also extend into Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia, supporting a regional client base that often needs cross-market guidance and timing strategy.

Experience proof points:

What Do the Rockville Market Numbers Say Right Now?

In December 2025, Rockville's median sale price was $760,000, median days on market were 91, and 83 homes sold. Rockville's sale-to-list price was 101.8%, with 50.6% of homes selling above list price and 15.8% showing price drops.

For sellers, above-list activity is real-but it's not automatic; the homes that win are the ones priced and presented to create urgency. For buyers, the market still demands readiness, because the best opportunities can draw multiple offers even when other listings are negotiating. Learn what working with the best Rockville real estate agent looks like when timing, terms, and strategy start to matter.

Who is Jonathan Layne at Compass?

Jonathan Layne is a Compass Real Estate Agent and Team Lead of the Layne Residential Group, serving Rockville and the broader Capital Region across Maryland, Washington D.C., and Northern Virginia. With a background in financial planning and mortgage leadership, plus deep VA loan expertise as a U.S. Army Reserve veteran, he helps clients align market strategy with real lending outcomes-learn more about working with the for buying, selling, or relocation planning.

Media Contact:Jonathan Layne, Real Estate Agent and Team Lead, Layne Residential Group at Compass

Source: Layne Residential Group

AstraZeneca’s Cell Therapy Manufacturing Facility, Maryland, US

The cell therapy facility began operations in May 2025. Credit: Montgomery County Government. AstraZeneca announced plans to build a new cell therapy discovery and development facility in Rockville, Maryland, US in February 2024. Credit: AstraZeneca/Business Wire. UK-based biopharmaceutical company AstraZeneca’s advanced manufacturing facility is located in Rockville, Maryland, US.Announced in February 2024, the project boasts an investment of $300m (£223.95m). It was opened in May 2025 and is expected to ge...

The cell therapy facility began operations in May 2025. Credit: Montgomery County Government.

AstraZeneca announced plans to build a new cell therapy discovery and development facility in Rockville, Maryland, US in February 2024. Credit: AstraZeneca/Business Wire.

UK-based biopharmaceutical company AstraZeneca’s advanced manufacturing facility is located in Rockville, Maryland, US.

Announced in February 2024, the project boasts an investment of $300m (£223.95m). It was opened in May 2025 and is expected to generate more than 150 new highly skilled jobs.

The facility is designed to produce life-saving cell therapy platforms, which are essential for critical cancer trials and future commercial supply.

It expands the company’s manufacturing footprint in the US and accelerates the discovery and development of the next-generation cell therapy.

The expansion aligns with AstraZeneca’s broader strategy in oncology cell therapy, aiming to enhance the immune system’s T-cells to combat cancer more effectively.

It fortifies AstraZeneca’s global manufacturing and supply network, reinforcing its dedication to delivering innovative treatments to patients worldwide.

The facility is focused on the production of T-cell therapies to facilitate clinical trials globally and can potentially be expanded to cater to other disease areas in the future.

Location of AstraZeneca’s advanced manufacturing facility

AstraZeneca’s cell therapy manufacturing facility is situated at 9950 Medical Centre Drive within the Alexandria Centre® for Life Science – Shady Grove mega campus in Rockville, Maryland.

The site has been leased to AstraZeneca by Alexandria Real Estate Equities. The UK-based pharmaceutical company has entered a 13-year lease agreement with Alexandria Real Estate Equities for the entire Class A+ facility, which is set to last until June 2036.

The Shady Grove campus comprises approximately 1.2 million rentable square footage (RSF) in operation and 807,000 RSF designated for future development, providing a scalable environment for companies.

Located less than five miles from one of AstraZeneca’s global research and development centres, the facility is strategically placed within the thriving life sciences corridor in Montgomery County, Maryland. With proximity to several universities, the life sciences ecosystem provides an attractive place for offering access to new and experienced talent.

AstraZeneca’s cell therapy manufacturing facility details

The 84,264ft² cell therapy facility is dedicated to the manufacturing of CAR-T cell therapies, supporting AstraZeneca’s global clinical trials in cancer treatment.

The site represents the latest investment in cell therapy for AstraZeneca following strategic partnerships and acquisitions, including those with Quell Therapeutics, AbelZeta, Cellectis and Neogene Therapeutics.

The Rockville site joins AstraZeneca’s extensive network of approximately 30 manufacturing and supply sites across 16 countries, which are either currently operational or under development.

Financing details from Maryland

The Maryland Department of Commerce provided a $500,000 conditional loan through the Advantage Maryland programme to support the project.

Montgomery County provided a $100,000 conditional grant from its Economic Development Fund. AstraZeneca is expected to be eligible for further incentives such as the More Jobs for Marylanders programme and the state’s Job Creation Tax Credit upon hiring new employees.

Advancements in AstraZeneca’s oncology cell therapy

AstraZeneca’s oncology cell therapy ambitions were significantly advanced with the acquisition of Neogene Therapeutics in November 2022. Subsequently, in June 2023, the company entered an agreement with Quell Therapeutics to develop engineered T-regulatory cell therapies for autoimmune diseases.

Collaborations with Cellectis in November 2023 furthered AstraZeneca’s objectives in cell therapy and genomic medicine.

The company’s portfolio in cell therapy is designed to enhance the immune system’s T-cells to more effectively combat cancer.

Research teams are exploring innovative approaches to target and arm CAR-Ts, aiming to improve their efficacy in solid tumours by countering the immune-suppressive tumour microenvironment.

AstraZeneca is developing next-generation cell therapies, potentially offering off-the-shelf patient-ready therapies developed from the cells of healthy donors.

It is also advancing with multiple armoured autologous chimeric antigen receptor therapies, including those targeting Glypican 3 in hepatocellular carcinoma.

Dunkin' Opens 'Next Generation' Restaurant In MoCo

Dunkin' opened its latest next generation restaurant in Derwood with a fresh design and a dedicated parking area for mobile pickups.DERWOOD, MD — Dunkin' recently opened its latest next generation restaurant in Derwood. The new location opened Jan. 9 at 17700 Muncaster Road.The new Dunkin' restaurant offers Derwood a firsthand look at what a news release called the company’s store of the future experience, with a modern design that provides a fresh, friendly, vibrant, and engaging environment. Complete with a new,...

Dunkin' opened its latest next generation restaurant in Derwood with a fresh design and a dedicated parking area for mobile pickups.

DERWOOD, MD — Dunkin' recently opened its latest next generation restaurant in Derwood. The new location opened Jan. 9 at 17700 Muncaster Road.

The new Dunkin' restaurant offers Derwood a firsthand look at what a news release called the company’s store of the future experience, with a modern design that provides a fresh, friendly, vibrant, and engaging environment. Complete with a new, warm interior color palette, the restaurant also offers atmospheric lighting, complimentary Wi-Fi, and an innovative tap system.

The 2,600-square-foot restaurant employs about 10 crew members and is open Monday to Saturday from 4:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.

With the addition of the Derwood location, franchisees Boris Lander and Jesse Luis of The Luis Group now operate 31 Dunkin' restaurants throughout Maryland.

Elements of the new restaurant experience at the Derwood location include:

“We're thrilled to open this Next Generation Dunkin’ in Derwood to give guests a fresh, welcoming place to enjoy their favorite coffee, drinks, and treats,” said Jesse Luis of The Luis Group in a news release. “We're all about making things easier for our guests and continuing to show up for the community with the quality and convenience people know and love at Dunkin’.”

Customers can follow Dunkin’ on social media (Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube) and subscribe to the Dunkin’ blog to receive notifications at news.dunkindonuts.com/blog.

About Dunkin’

Dunkin’, founded in 1950, is the largest coffee and donuts brand in the United States, with more than 14,000 restaurants in nearly 40 global markets. Dunkin’ is part of the Inspire Brands family of restaurants. For more information, visit DunkinDonuts.com and InspireBrands.com.

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