It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
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 Chandler, AZ is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
“I am so grateful to Janne Gutierrez of ABC Senior Services in Tempe! Faced”
“On behalf of myself and my sister, Deborah Lampignano, I would like to express our”
“The professionals at ABC provided exactly what my mom needed when she needed it. Initial”
“We had a wonderful experience with Always Best Care and Janné. We had to work”
“My husband was well cared for during my absence for 10 days. He enjoyed the”
“Highest Marks on All Fronts We contacted ABC when my aunt in Tempe was in her”
“You really need to give Always Best Care Senior Services a call. I have”
“Responsive, Reliable, Quality Care for Mom in her home. Jan'ne and her staff provided immediate reliable”
“Thank you so much for helping me with the placement of my mom. I love”
“Always Best Care assisted with my mom's care over a couple years. Janne and her”
“ABC has been a life and marriage saver for me. My husband needed home care”
“I needed senior care after rehab and contacted a service agent for my area. ”
“I started working with ABC 3 years ago after just moving to AZ. in the”
“Always Best Care helped us navigate through a rough time. We are grateful for”
“Always Best Care helped us navigate through a rough time. We are grateful for their”
“The caregivers have been wonderful. Elena takes initiative and sees what needs to be done”
“I had lunch with Janne. During the conversation it became clear that her reason for”
“May is Older Americans Month. This month we want celebrate the extraordinary older Americans that”
“Tom and Jann'e are awesome. They are very professional, flexible, and easy to work with.”
“Tom and Jann'e are awesome. They are very professional, flexible, and easy to work with.”
“We couldn’t be happier with the service we received. Sheila was wonderful with my Mom.”
“My father had needed memory care and special accommodations. He lived alone and it was”
“I am so grateful to Janne Gutierrez of ABC Senior Services in Tempe! Faced with an immediate need for hands-on support for my aging father (I live in Michigan) I was lucky to have connected with Janne. Communication was excellent. Within days, she did a thorough home visit assessment and gave me a complete report of what was working and where she thought support would be most effective. Options for levels of care were tailored to needs while also considering our budget. I could tell that Janne not only has years of experience in the field, but also actually enjoys what she does. We were able to discuss not just home care, but also assisted living options and health management arrangements. I'd highly recommend contacting ABC if you need a similar service.”
“On behalf of myself and my sister, Deborah Lampignano, I would like to express our gratitude and appreciation to the staff and caregivers at Always Best Care senior services who helped us to make a reality of our late mother's wish to remain in her own home as her death drew near.”
“The professionals at ABC provided exactly what my mom needed when she needed it. Initial service was once a week chore assistance that urgently became a need for overnight care after a fall. Janee was able to provide a compassionate, responsible attendant for mom with just a few hours notice. The caregivers were kind and helpful with all of mom’s needs. I’m not sure what we would have done without ABC. They really stepped up and helped with a very critical need. Thank you so much.”
“We had a wonderful experience with Always Best Care and Janné. We had to work fast and within a budget and didn’t know where to start. They listened, genuinely cared about our situation, made recommendations and set us on a path to success! We couldn’t be happier. I highly recommend them for senior care services!”
“My husband was well cared for during my absence for 10 days. He enjoyed the company, assistance with his shower, and other very helpful things around the house. We would definitely use this service again.”
“Highest Marks on All Fronts We contacted ABC when my aunt in Tempe was in her last stage of battling cancer. With no local family to care for her, we knew we had to find a reliable, compassionate and responsive caregiver service. We found exactly that in ABC. The owner, Janne, is exceedingly efficient, understood our needs immediately, and flexible (which was vital in our situation, given my aunt's fluid health situation). The caregivers were kind, hard working and demonstrated initiative. We are grateful to Janne and her entire team for stepping in with support and assistance when we needed it most. I highly recommend ABC for senior care services.”
“You really need to give Always Best Care Senior Services a call. I have a service company as well and I know service for over 45 years. They're excellent with my referrals. The word Care in their name is what they're about - most of all they should have the word Love in their name as well - for that is what they produce for the needs of those with home care. Give them a call today!”
“Responsive, Reliable, Quality Care for Mom in her home. Jan'ne and her staff provided immediate reliable support! ABC caregivers are courteous, caring and extremely helpful to support mom's daily routine. A couple of things after that which exceeded my expectations... you made follow up calls to see if everything is going well, you visit regularly with mom/family to ensure they are comfortable with the care giver services. Thank you for supporting our family with our "care giver" responsibilities, ABC services gives good care that provides peace of mind to the family.”
“Thank you so much for helping me with the placement of my mom. I love how professional and caring the staff is.”
“Always Best Care assisted with my mom's care over a couple years. Janne and her team were always responsive to changing needs and flexible as she was in/out of hospitals. ABC worked within our budget range and discussed the options and social programs available that might supplement the care as well. They had great communication while providing care and I would highly recommend them for the excellent personal attention they showed for my mom. It was a relief knowing she had great care while I could not be there all of the time.”
“ABC has been a life and marriage saver for me. My husband needed home care services and the staff from the back office to each of the care givers has been top notch and caring. I would highly recommend them.”
“I needed senior care after rehab and contacted a service agent for my area. Alex of Always Best Care reached out to me right away, visited me at rehab the next day and I was impressed by the company. He has advocated for me since. All the caregivers have done the tasks contracted and came on time so I was never alone. I would like to recognize Sheila and Lana for above effort and compassion too.”
“I started working with ABC 3 years ago after just moving to AZ. in the middle of COVID-19. 2022 during the Holiday Season I started working, Tom and Janne' are truly incredible people and seem to be very authentic in the way they provide care for their clients and the well-being of the staff as well. The work hours are flexible, the pay is reasonable with flexible payment options. There were free online classes offered to stay up-to-date, which is awesome. I felt like I was a part of a family while working for this company because I knew nobody in AZ, one certain Sunday they needed a caregiver and I needed at Church service, It was a win-win! Hands down working for or working with Always Best Care would be a blessing. Michele Roland”
“Always Best Care helped us navigate through a rough time. We are grateful for their knowledge, care, and professionalism.”
“Always Best Care helped us navigate through a rough time. We are grateful for their knowledge, care, and professionalism.”
“The caregivers have been wonderful. Elena takes initiative and sees what needs to be done so I don’t have to keep a list. She and Louisa are great communicators and very helpful. Louisa has a solution before I’m even done explaining my problem. They both cook and bake well. I’d be eating frozen dinners if it wasn’t for them.”
“I had lunch with Janne. During the conversation it became clear that her reason for being is business is all about helping folks. She listens to their needs, offers the benefit of her experiance, and then provides them with what they want. I walked away knowing that she looks at each client as a person in need.”
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“Tom and Jann'e are awesome. They are very professional, flexible, and easy to work with. The Caregivers with ABC are well trained and take great care of my Dad with Alzheimer's. They are willing to go above and beyond and get very creative with keeping my Dad content which can be a challenge. Thank you ABC.”
“Tom and Jann'e are awesome. They are very professional, flexible, and easy to work with. The Caregivers with ABC are well trained and take great care of my Dad with Alzheimer's. They are willing to go above and beyond and get very creative with keeping my Dad content which can be a challenge. Thank you ABC.”
“We couldn’t be happier with the service we received. Sheila was wonderful with my Mom. She kept her company, visited with her, made sure she had lunch and was well cared for. Janne is very responsive to any questions. I highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services.”
“My father had needed memory care and special accommodations. He lived alone and it was time for that home to care for his needs. I was lost. I did not know where to turn. ABC Senior care and specifically Jann'e were such a blessing. They were there to guide me, advise me and literally "show me" the best possible scenario. Without them, we would not be in the happy place we are now. They delivered what I needed. I could not recommend them enough. Trust them, you will be in good hands.”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Chandler, AZ, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Chandler, AZ understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Chandler, AZ 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.
Nov. 1, 2024CHANDLER, Ariz. – Celebrate the holiday season in Chandler during the 68th Annual Tumbleweed Tree Lighting & Parade of Lights on Saturday, Dec. 7 in downtown. Admission is free.Performances from Kreative Dance Company, Modazz Dance Company and Chandler High choirs will kick off the festivities from 4:30-6 p.m. in Dr. A.J. Chandler Park, 3 S. Arizona Ave. The parade will begin at...
Nov. 1, 2024
CHANDLER, Ariz. – Celebrate the holiday season in Chandler during the 68th Annual Tumbleweed Tree Lighting & Parade of Lights on Saturday, Dec. 7 in downtown. Admission is free.
Performances from Kreative Dance Company, Modazz Dance Company and Chandler High choirs will kick off the festivities from 4:30-6 p.m. in Dr. A.J. Chandler Park, 3 S. Arizona Ave. The parade will begin at 6:45 p.m., followed by the lighting of the iconic Tumbleweed Tree at approximately 8 p.m.
Event attendees are encouraged to arrive in Downtown Chandler early and have dinner, shop for gifts and find a spot to view the parade.
Five facts about the Tumbleweed Tree:
Holiday festivities
Holiday revelers will want to arrive early and not miss any of the fun. Get a free photo with the jolly old elf at Santa’s House, located next to the Community Center (closed from 6:30-8 p.m. when Santa is in the parade).
Write a letter to Santa and then take your own photos with your family and friends at the Tumbleweed Tree and Holiday Magic featuring Sugarland displays, including a life-sized gingerbread house, an oversized cup of hot chocolate, a candy sleigh and more.
Children will also love the inflatable bounce area with activities and games that will require the purchase of tickets. Tickets will be sold at the event and proceeds will fund Downtown Chandler improvements.
Help the Chandler Fire Department “Stuff the Fire Truck” with new, unwrapped toys that will be distributed to local children. The fire truck will be located on Arizona Place on the east side of Arizona Avenue, in front of the Alexander Building, from 4:30-9 p.m.
How to watch the parade
The Parade of Lights begins at 6:45 p.m. and will travel north on Arizona Avenue between City Hall and Chandler High School (Frye Road to Chandler Boulevard).
Get into the holiday spirit while watching more than 40 entries, including festive floats decorated with thousands of lights, festive dancers, spirited community groups and Santa’s arrival on a shiny red firetruck.
Bring chairs and blankets and arrive early to get a spot along the route.
Where to park
Plan to arrive early to find a parking spot. There are multiple locations with free parking, including five parking garages on the east and west side of Arizona Avenue, including the largest garage, Oregon Street. Visit Tumbleweed Tree Lighting to view a list and map of available parking garages and surface lots.
Several streets in the downtown area will be closed to traffic. The scheduled closures are as follows:
2-8:30 p.m. Arizona Avenue closed between Frye and Pecos roads
6-8:30 p.m. Frye Road restricted from Washington to California streets
2-10 p.m. Arizona Avenue closed between Frye Road and Chandler Boulevard
6-9 p.m. Chandler Boulevard restricted from Delaware to California streets
6-9:30 p.m. Arizona Avenue closed between Galveston Street and Chandler Boulevard
Several other smaller streets in the downtown area also will be closed or restricted during the festivities.
The 68th Annual Tumbleweed Tree Lighting & Parade of Lights is presented in partnership with Chandler Lions Club, WM, Legacy Traditional Schools, Raising Cane’s, SRP and Downtown Chandler Community Partnership.
For more information on street closures and general event information, including a complete entertainment schedule, visit Tumbleweed Tree Lighting.
The Tumbleweed Tree will be on display through Jan. 5, 2025.
Media contact:Toni SmithMarketing and Communications Manager480-782-2701
Oct. 22, 2024CHANDLER, Ariz. – The Friends of Chandler Public Library announces the launch of the Season of Friendship Giving Campaign, which aims to fund innovative programs and resources for Chandler Public Library (CPL). Celebrating the important work of the Friends, Season of Friendship invites those who wish to strengthen and support library services in Chandler to give a gift in support of literacy this holiday season.Friends of Chandler Public Library is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the library ...
Oct. 22, 2024
CHANDLER, Ariz. – The Friends of Chandler Public Library announces the launch of the Season of Friendship Giving Campaign, which aims to fund innovative programs and resources for Chandler Public Library (CPL). Celebrating the important work of the Friends, Season of Friendship invites those who wish to strengthen and support library services in Chandler to give a gift in support of literacy this holiday season.
Friends of Chandler Public Library is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the library through the tireless efforts of volunteers, and the generosity of individual and corporate donors. The Friends support many library programs and resources available to the Chandler community, including STEAM and literacy programs, digital resources like LinkedIn Learning and so much more. The Friends recently approved an investment of $240,000 in support of CPL, including $135,000 toward the CPL mobile outreach vehicle, which will serve the community in 2025 as the city’s fifth library branch.
The Season of Friendship campaign kickoff coincides with National Friends of Libraries Week (now through Oct. 26). It reflects the spirit of giving during the holiday season, bringing awareness to how community members can support the Friends and, in turn, their local library.
“The Friends support many of the important programs and services at Chandler Public Library,” says Tara Anglin, CPL community engagement manager. “Whether it is an adult attending a speaker series or a first grader getting help with their reading, the Friends are the unsung heroes. The generous support from community members through used book sales and individual and corporate gifts facilitate the active role the Friends have in our libraries. The work they do is key to our success in meeting the needs of our community. Our libraries are stronger because of the Friends and the gifts they share.”
Community members wishing to make a gift in support of literacy during this Season of Friendship may donate directly to the Friends of Chandler Public Library either online or in person at any of the four Chandler Library locations.
“Our libraries are more than places to find books – they are the heartbeat of our community,” says Rachelle Kuzyk, Chandler Public Library manager. “Libraries serve as a place to connect with one another and discover avenues for life-long learning. We are grateful for the support of our community and the Friends to maintain a diverse collection of books, programs and resources.”
During this Season of Friendship, and throughout the year, the community is invited to attend free programs available at CPL locations, many supported by the Friends of Chandler Public Library, like these:
For more information and how to support the organization, visit Friends of Chandler Public Library.
Media contact:Malori HepplerMarketing & Communications Coordinator480-782-2910
Campaign contact:Tara AnglinCommunity Engagement Manager480-782-2815
Coming this winter to the heart of downtown Chandler, George & Gather (336 S. Washington St. Chandler, AZ) is an all-new, all-day hangout featuring gourmet from-scratch fare served daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Housed inside a beautifully restored former commercial space on Washington Street, the name is both a nod to President George Washington, as well as the welcoming neighborhood appeal of this soaring, 7,700 sq. ft. open-air space. Highlighted by...
Coming this winter to the heart of downtown Chandler, George & Gather (336 S. Washington St. Chandler, AZ) is an all-new, all-day hangout featuring gourmet from-scratch fare served daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Housed inside a beautifully restored former commercial space on Washington Street, the name is both a nod to President George Washington, as well as the welcoming neighborhood appeal of this soaring, 7,700 sq. ft. open-air space. Highlighted by an elegant 80-person dining room serving counter-order breakfast and full-service lunch and dinner made organic, health conscious and seed oil free, George & Gather (G&G) also tempts with an indoor-outdoor bar, a spacious 36-seat covered patio with a fireplace, outdoor games and great music, and a dedicated market serving grab-and-go meals, a retail wine bottle wall and local merchandise for purchase. Proudly locally-owned, this regal, Art Deco-inspired restaurant, bar & market also features two private spaces, perfect for popping in with your laptop, attending cooking classes, and even chef-pop-up dinners.
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Scheduled to open in January, George & Gather is the first-ever restaurant by longtime Chandler residents, Amber and Mike Kovarik, who previously worked in the real estate and food service industries, respectively. “Food is my love language and I’m so excited to bring a vibey hangout spot serving food made with clean ingredients to the city I’ve lived and worked in for almost 20 years. I believe our community is craving a place like this,” Amber says. “So when Mike spotted this rundown former auto repair shop, we knew with a lot of hard work and thoughtful restoration, it had potential to transform into a spectacular community gathering place.” Downtown Chandler has come a long way over the past two decades, and we feel this is the next step to transforming the area into a thriving dining hub.”
Built around a 100% from-scratch kitchen, G&G serves chef-crafted fare made with clean, local and organic ingredients, and no seed oils. Think hearty grass-fed burgers, farm-fresh salads, and signature hand-tossed sourdough pizzas made with a 130-year-old starter. Plus, coffee lovers will enjoy specialty coffee drinks made with refined sugar-free homemade syrups for the perfect pick-me-up. Opening daily at 7 am, stop by for quick-serve, counter-order breakfast fare such as Chia Seed Pudding, Carrot Cake Pancakes and house-baked pastries, paired with locally-roasted coffee and AZ Zen teas. Enjoy a full-service sit-down lunch starting at 11am and dinner served till 9 pm on weekdays and 10 pm on weekends. Plus enjoy a full menu of seasonal craft cocktails, and elevated mocktails, at the 18-person indoor-outdoor bar featuring a roll-up glass garage door.
Inspired by The Great Gatsby, the Art Deco-style décor is brimming with rich walnut woods, striking stylized tile-work and glimmering brass fixtures, all situated beneath a restored vintage ceiling. Formerly Doug’s Radiator & Muffler and before that Dano’s Auto Shop. The owners stripped away decades of patchwork repairs and the Pepto Bismol colored paint to reveal a striking mid-century modern structure, and replaced an entire wall with roll-away glass sliders to create an enchanting alfresco appeal. Grab a spot at the marble-topped community table, or cozy up in one of the intimate banquette booths, and watch your dinner prepared in sight at the gleaming exhibition-style kitchen.
CHANDLER, Ariz. — D.R. Horton, the largest homebuilder in the United States, has purchased a 41,000 square-foot office building on Price Corridor to expand their local operations. Located at 1890 S. Price Road, D.R. Horton is beginning tenant improvements this month and plans to complete their office buildout by April 2025.“We are thrilled to see another large Fortune 500 company like D.R. Horton commit to the office market in our coveted Price Corridor,” said Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke. “Our Economic Developm...
CHANDLER, Ariz. — D.R. Horton, the largest homebuilder in the United States, has purchased a 41,000 square-foot office building on Price Corridor to expand their local operations. Located at 1890 S. Price Road, D.R. Horton is beginning tenant improvements this month and plans to complete their office buildout by April 2025.
“We are thrilled to see another large Fortune 500 company like D.R. Horton commit to the office market in our coveted Price Corridor,” said Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke. “Our Economic Development team continues to aggressively pursue office projects, and announcements like this will lead to continued momentum. We look forward to building a closer relationship with the D.R. Horton team in the years to come.”
“We are excited to have a permanent home for our Phoenix East Division within the City of Chandler. 1890 S. Price provides a convenient location for our team members as well as great access to all of our East Valley communities. We would also like to thank the City of Chandler and EQT Exeter for their hard work and collaboration on this transaction,” said Brent Davis, D.R. Horton Phoenix East Division President.
“We are honored to deliver D.R. Horton's newest division office on the ever-dynamic Price Corridor of Chandler,” stated Scott Guo, Market Leader for EQT Exeter. “Working with the D.R. Horton team and their brokerage representative Transwestern has been a pleasure. A special thanks to the professional staff at the City of Chandler, who moved mountains to provide the necessary municipal support to facilitate this transaction. We see abundant future opportunities in Chandler and will continue to invest in and provide the highest quality real estate solutions in the City.”
D.R. Horton will share the same campus as Yield Engineering System, a full-building semiconductor supplier welcomed in 2022. On this Price Road campus, one office building at 1900 S. Price Road remains available for occupancy. The building has been fully renovated with new mechanical systems and spans 76,398 SF across three floors.
A grand opening celebration for D.R. Horton is planned for Summer 2025 with further details to be announced at a later time.
D.R Horton, Inc.Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Arlington, Texas, D.R. Horton has operations in 121 markets in 33 states in the North, East, Southeast, South Central, Southwest and Northwest regions of the United States. D.R. Horton has been the largest builder in the United States by volume since 2002. For over 45 years, D.R. Horton has consistently delivered top-quality new homes to homebuyers across the nation. The livable floor plans, energy-efficient features and robust new home warranty demonstrate our commitment to excellence in construction. D.R. Horton exhibits leadership in residential development through design innovation, superior craftsmanship and responsiveness to the needs of its customers. For more information, visit D.R. Horton. D.R. Horton is an equal housing opportunity builder.
About EQT ExeterEQT Exeter is a global real estate investment manager with over $30 billion of equity under management. EQT Exeter acquires, develops, leases, and manages logistics/industrial, office, life science and residential properties in Europe, the Americas and Asia. With over 450 experienced professionals operating in more than 50 offices globally, EQT Exeter owns and operates over 2,000 properties and 375 million square feet. EQT Exeter's track record comprises over $45 billion in total property gross asset value since inception, spanning over 450 million square feet globally. EQT Exeter is the real estate division of EQT AB, a purpose-driven global investment organization.
About the City of ChandlerChandler, Arizona has built a reputation as a Community of Innovation. Life in Chandler goes beyond a thriving and dynamic business community with progressive entrepreneurship. Known for its rich diversity, the city offers an outstanding quality of life for all generations with great schools and recreational opportunities. Chandler has grown to become the state's fourth-largest city with a population of more than 288,000. Chandler has been named one of the nation's Best Places to Find a Job and Best Cities for Women in Tech. The city also is one of the safest communities in the nation and boasts AAA bond ratings from all three national rating agencies, one of a select few cities and towns nationally to receive this prestigious designation. For more information, visit the city website, or connect with the city on social media.
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Stephanie Romero City of Chandler, Public Information Officer480-782-2231
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