It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting Tomball Museum Center in Tomball, TX 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 Tomball, TX is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“Kathleen is an “Angel” today my mom lost AC at 4:30pm in the Hot Houston”
“I found Always Best Care (ABC) after searching for in home care for my mother”
“Muy contenta con la compa��a ☺ y con el servicio que ofreceTangice Smith muy amable”
“Merle Ratliff is the best CNA I ever had she gave me a bed bath”
“Today while my mother was struggling with groceries, lady in scrubs helped her. She was”
“Cathy is a wealth of knowledge about what seniors in our area need and want!”
“We are very pleased with Latricia Powell and recommend her to other clients.”
“This has been the best and most enjoyable hiring experience. Easygoing and enjoyable experience. Looking forward to”
“Great place to work!”
“We have had an outstanding experience with All About Care. From the very beginning, the”
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“Working with Cathy Bruce is a treat! I have referred friends to her several times”
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“Always Best Care employees are truly caring and trustworthy. Definitely would refer them!!”
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“A great company doing awesome work with our family!”
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“Professional service, excellent caregiving, reliable and attentive to client's needs.”
“Bryan, he does an excellent job! I would strongly recommend him for other jobs and”
“Bryan has been taking care of me for several weeks and he is always courteous”
“We had such a great experience with Always Best Care Senior Services in our community.”
“Kathleen Craig, our care coordinator from Always Best Care, was exceptional for the months we”
“Always Best Care has been amazing for my mother. Kathleen is a wonderful director. She's”
“It is with immense pleasure that I commend Kathleen Craig, an exceptional Director at Always”
“Kathleen is wonderful to work with. She truly cares about her clients and their families.”
“Kathleen Craig and the team at Always Best Care are amazing to work for. Such”
“I appreciated the ability to get out of the house for a few hours.”
“I have enjoyed Mabel immensely. Mabel is a wonderful caregiver to my husband Larry. We have many laughs together. I trust her in every way possible. I love her and I know she loves Larry and I. She is a blessing to be in my home. Thank you.”
“Monique has been an exceptional care giver to Mr Cal! Very kind, compassionate and skilled! Would like her to be one of our care givers when her schedule matches ours!”
“I cannot praise Kathleen enough! My wife was in the hospital, the hospice service for my mother in law did not come through. I was frantically trying to find someone who could help assist me at 8 AM on a Sunday. She quickly contacted me and spent over an hour and a half taking care of her needs. She is truly an angel.”
“Kathleen is truly one of a kind. I personally experienced the care and support she provides, and I can honestly say her knowledge, compassion, and understanding go far beyond what you normally find. She took the time to listen, understand my needs, and make me feel comfortable and cared for every step of the way. What stood out most to me was how genuinely she cared. It never felt like I was just another client. Kathleen brings so much experience and knowledge to what she does, but it’s her heart and the way she treats people that really makes the difference. I’m incredibly grateful for the care she provided and would recommend Kathleen to anyone looking for someone who truly knows what they’re doing and, more importantly, genuinely cares about the people she serves. She is exceptional at what she does.”
“Kathleen is an “Angel” today my mom lost AC at 4:30pm in the Hot Houston area. Kathleen came over, got my mom and sister ready and took them to a hotel. Then met the AC repair man while he got it fixed. God is good!! Thank you Kathleen ❤”
“I found Always Best Care (ABC) after searching for in home care for my mother after a fall and hospitalization. I selected BAC based on their Google reviews. The initial setup was quick and easy. Cathy Bruce (An absolutely unparalleled Senior Advocate) came to our home, interviewed me and my mother for over an hour to understand our needs and schedule, and set up the caregivers. The caregivers were on time and developed a rapport with my mother. The care provided was excellent and my mother developed a great rapport with her caregiver. Unfortunately, my mother's condition continued to deteriorate. After a hospital stay, the hospital wanted to deny my mother's post hospital rehab stay. I was in panic mode, trying to find somewhere for my mother to stay while I prepped her move into my home. While I was absolutely speeding towards Houston, Cathy Bruce was on the phone, helping me find alternatives. She went the extra mile in a way difficult to describe. Later, after the rehab stay, Cathy also helped me find an assisted living facility for a respite stay until I had modified the new home for my mother's mobility needs. Now I've moved my mother to my home, and have set up ABC in the new city. No surprise, the caregiver they sent here was also excellent. This company is miles ahead of their competitors, and Cathy Bruce is a rockstar. Ten out of five stars. Use ABC Woodlands. If you're in over your head, if it's your first time having to be a senior caregiver, they'll help. Be sure to ask for Cathy.”
“Muy contenta con la compa��a ☺ y con el servicio que ofreceTangice Smith muy amable muy servicial y profesional todo, resuelve dudas y ayuda”
“Merle Ratliff is the best CNA I ever had she gave me a bed bath Best I ever had”
“Today while my mother was struggling with groceries, lady in scrubs helped her. She was so caring, and patient. Wish others were like her. Thank you LaTricia Powell”
“Cathy is a wealth of knowledge about what seniors in our area need and want! She always takes the time to work through my questions. She truly believes that "old people are cool!"”
“We are very pleased with Latricia Powell and recommend her to other clients.”
“This has been the best and most enjoyable hiring experience. Easygoing and enjoyable experience. Looking forward to working with Always Best Care.”
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“We have had an outstanding experience with All About Care. From the very beginning, the agency has been responsive, professional, and truly compassionate. A special thank you to Kathleen Craig, who has been wonderful to work with—she is incredibly knowledgeable, a great source of information, and always attentive and supportive. She has been quick to respond to any questions or needs, which has made this process so much easier. Our caregiver, Tiara, has been exceptional. From day one, Tiara has been professional, experienced, and fully dedicated to her work. She is never on her phone and remains focused and attentive the entire time she is here. Always on time, never misses a day! My husband is bedridden and requires consistent care, and Tiara goes above and beyond during every shift. Even though she works 5-hour shifts, Tiara is always engaged, anticipating his needs and making sure he is comfortable at all times. What truly sets Tiara apart is the joy she brings into our home. Tiara not only provides excellent care, but also lifts both my husband’s spirits and mine. She has even taken the time to teach me helpful tips and share ideas that have made a meaningful difference in our daily routine, which I truly appreciate. I am incredibly grateful to All About Care, Kathleen Craig, and especially Tiara for their compassion, professionalism, and dedication. I would highly recommend this agency to anyone looking for dependable, high-quality caregiving support. I love Always Best Care and their high standards. There’s no agency in the Houston area that can compete. ♥”
“I'm not typically one to leave a review but I was at my mom's senior living home and there were several people in the lobby for some event that was going on. One of the ladies walked over to talk to us and see how our day was. Her name is Cathy Bruce, and she was just so nice. She sat down with us and we had a great conversation. She explained it was a networking event going on but she was more interested in how my mom was. She gave me her card and said if I ever wanted to just talk, to give her a call since I recently lost my husband. It was refreshing to have a complete stranger care and basically live it out loud. I haven't reached out yet but I wanted her to know how much I appreciate her sitting with my mom and I for a little bit. It meant the world to us.”
“Working with Cathy Bruce is a treat! I have referred friends to her several times and she has always been the most helpful placing their loved ones in great care!”
“I have referred friends to Cathy Bruce at Always Best Care Senior Services because I know she will go above and beyond to help them. She is very educated in insurance coverage and will help you find care for your senior loved ones, whether needed at home or finding a facility. She cares deeply about her clients. I would highly recommend you give Always Best Care Senior Services a call!!!”
“I have been working with Always Best Care and Kathleen for sometime now. The lines of communication are wonderful and their services are great. They have successfully helped me and my family taking care of our loved ones without worry.”
“Always Best Care employees are truly caring and trustworthy. Definitely would refer them!!”
“Great company and great people. Cathy Bruce and her team love serving and adding value to our elders.”
“Always Best Care gives exceptional care to their clients ! They are kind, caring , and professional !!”
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“Always Best Care is the best. They bring a level of compassion that is second to none! ALWAYS!!”
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“Professional service, excellent caregiving, reliable and attentive to client's needs.”
“Bryan, he does an excellent job! I would strongly recommend him for other jobs and if we ever need someone again. I would strongly like to have him. Yours truly, Earl JOHN.”
“Bryan has been taking care of me for several weeks and he is always courteous and attentive to my needs! I think he was a great choice for your company as a health professional.”
“We had such a great experience with Always Best Care Senior Services in our community. Kathleen is a wealth of knowledge and has such a heart for what she does. She was full of smiles and so patient with our residents. It was really special to have her in the community. I look forward to partnering together in the future.”
“Kathleen Craig, our care coordinator from Always Best Care, was exceptional for the months we used the agency’s services. She was able to accurately assess our home care needs during our first encounter and was always accessible by text/phone to make any needed adjustments to the schedule as our needs changed. This was a HUGE relief during an especially challenging time for us. Kathleen understood our criteria for caregivers (skills for dementia care) and was attentive to identifying the best providers. Kathleen even stepped in to cover a shift at a different location (during a hospitalization of my loved one) and offered useful strategies to make care more effective. Thank you, Kathleen for your compassion, creativity , accessibility and Care (with a capital C!).”
“Always Best Care has been amazing for my mother. Kathleen is a wonderful director. She's so kind and clearly cares about her clients, and she's always on the ball. She's communicative, available, anticipates problems (like making sure my mom had last-minute overnight care during a winter storm), and has resolved any issues immediately. Best of all, she paired my mother with her caregiver Evelyn, who has been an absolute godsend and a perfect match. Evelyn cares for my mother like her own family, and treats her with such care and respect. I never thought I could feel this safe and at ease with someone other than me taking care of my mom, but the Always Best team has done it! I'll simply never be able to thank you all enough.”
“It is with immense pleasure that I commend Kathleen Craig, an exceptional Director at Always Best Care. Kathleen consistently exemplifies outstanding professionalism and leadership within her role. She possesses a remarkable ability to proactively engage with and effectively resolve diverse challenges, demonstrating a keen dedication to finding practical and comprehensive solutions. Furthermore, Kathleen consistently approaches all interactions with profound empathy and respect, ensuring that individual perspectives and concerns are acknowledged and addressed with the utmost consideration. Her commitment to fostering a supportive and understanding environment is truly invaluable.”
“Kathleen is wonderful to work with. She truly cares about her clients and their families.”
“Kathleen Craig and the team at Always Best Care are amazing to work for. Such an involved team who knows how to communicate and works hard to make everyone including their employees happy. They are flexible understanding amazing ladies who work hard and strive for better. It was such a great experience working for them and being a part of this awesome team.”
“I appreciated the ability to get out of the house for a few hours.”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Burroughs Park in Tomball, TX with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local The Refuge Steakhouse Bourbon Bar or visit Tomball Railroad Depot Plaza, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Tomball, TX, 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 Tomball, TX understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Tomball, TX 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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From rich historical sites and refreshing outdoor adventures to creative workshops and mouthwatering culinary experiences, Tomball TX truly offers something magical for everyone in Harris County! This charming town in the Greater Houston area combines small-town hospitality with an impressive variety of activities in Tomball that invite deeper exploration and make you feel like you’ve traveled much farther than you actually have!
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Harris County authorities closed off FM-2920 in the Tomball area Thursday night after a wrong-way driver reportedly crashed into multiple vehicles.Tomball: Crash on FM-2920What we know:According to Captain Wilson with the Harris County Sheriff's Office District 6, around 7:50 p.m. they received multiple calls about a Dodge Ram 1500 driving erratically and recklessly going eastbound on FM-2920 and Mueschke Road, just north of Highway 99.The driver was allegedly driving in the wrong lane, runnin...
Harris County authorities closed off FM-2920 in the Tomball area Thursday night after a wrong-way driver reportedly crashed into multiple vehicles.
What we know:
According to Captain Wilson with the Harris County Sheriff's Office District 6, around 7:50 p.m. they received multiple calls about a Dodge Ram 1500 driving erratically and recklessly going eastbound on FM-2920 and Mueschke Road, just north of Highway 99.
The driver was allegedly driving in the wrong lane, running vehicles off the road, and crossing multiple lanes.
A deputy spotted the vehicle at a Valero gas station on FM-2920 at the intersection of Kobs Road. The deputy turned on their lights and sirens to stop the vehicle, but the driver drove around the gas station refusing to stop, officials said.
The Dodge Ram reportedly pulled back out on to FM-2920 going westbound and led authorities on a short pursuit that lasted less than two minutes.
Capt. Wilson states the vehicle got to the intersection of Cypress Rose Hill and accelerated at a high rate of speed. The driver went into a northbound ditch, losing control of the vehicle. They crossed into and back out of the intersection, hitting six other cars that were either stopped or moving eastbound toward 2920.
The suspect, 53, was detained and taken to a hospital. Authorities believe he was under the influence. He could face evading and DWI charges.
Five other people were taken to area hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries, Capt. Wilson said.
No deputies were injured.
What we don't know:
There is no estimate regarding when FM-2920 will reopen.
No one involved has been identified at this time.
Sheriff Gonzalez did not share the suspect's current condition.
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TOMBALL, Texas – The principal of Grand Oaks Elementary School will return to campus Tuesday after Tomball ISD says it took “appropriate disciplinary action” over comments captured on a voicemail the district previously described as unprofessional.
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Principal Heather Myers had been placed on administrative leave while the district investigated the recorded comments.
In a new letter sent to Grand Oaks Elementary families and staff Friday, Tomball ISD confirmed Myers will return to campus Tuesday, Oct. 6.
The district did not disclose what disciplinary action was taken or explain what led to the decision to allow Myers to return.
The announcement comes as the father of the 5-year-old girl at the center of the original student-welfare concern tells KPRC 2 his daughter and her sisters have now been moved to different schools.
He says they are expected to start at their new schools Monday.
The situation began after the 5-year-old girl told her family another student touched her inappropriately while at Grand Oaks Elementary.
Her father previously told KPRC 2 the family reported the allegation to the school and became frustrated with how the situation was handled.
Tomball ISD has maintained campus staff responded immediately after the concern was reported Sept. 25 and followed district procedures.
The district’s newest letter provides a more definitive conclusion to that investigation.
Tomball ISD says the matter was “thoroughly investigated” and a report was made by the campus school resource officer.
According to the district, the investigation “did not substantiate the allegation.”
The district says the findings were communicated to the parents involved and supportive measures were agreed upon collaboratively.
“This investigation is complete,” the district wrote.
The district also said it “stands firmly behind” both the outcome and the process used to reach it.
The district has not publicly released details of the investigation, citing state and federal privacy laws protecting student information.
It is important to note that the district’s use of the term “unsubstantiated” describes the outcome of its investigation. The district has not publicly provided enough information to determine whether investigators concluded the reported incident did not occur or whether there was insufficient evidence to substantiate it.
KPRC 2 has asked the district to clarify that distinction.
The student-welfare investigation was not the only issue involving Grand Oaks Elementary.
Tomball ISD previously said Myers was recorded making comments she believed were private after a voicemail continued recording.
The district described the comments as unprofessional and said they did not reflect its professional standards.
Myers was subsequently placed on administrative leave while the district investigated the personnel matter.
The girl’s father previously told KPRC 2 the recording intensified his concerns about whether his daughter’s report had been taken seriously.
“We need to know that the administration is protecting our kids and keeping the principal and whoever else was on that recording accountable,” he told KPRC 2.
The district has treated the principal’s comments and the original student-welfare allegation as separate matters.
In Friday’s update, Tomball ISD said it does not condone the principal’s conduct regardless of the context surrounding the comments.
The district then revealed disciplinary action had been taken.
“The district has taken appropriate disciplinary action,” the letter states.
Tomball ISD did not specify what that disciplinary action involved.
KPRC 2 has asked what disciplinary action was taken, what led the district to determine Myers could return, who made the final decision and whether the personnel investigation was completed before the decision was made.
KPRC 2 also asked whether additional administrative oversight, training or other measures will be in place when Myers returns.
While Myers prepares to return to Grand Oaks Elementary, the 5-year-old girl’s father says his family is making a different move.
In messages to KPRC 2, he said his daughter has been switched to another school. He said her sisters have also been moved to different schools and are expected to begin at their new campuses Monday.
The father previously told KPRC 2 his 5-year-old had not returned to Grand Oaks following the original allegation.
He has continued to say he wants accountability and wants to know his daughter will be protected at school.
KPRC 2 is not identifying the 5-year-old girl because of the nature of the allegation involving a child.
KPRC 2 first sent Tomball ISD a detailed follow-up Thursday, Oct. 1, asking whether Myers remained on administrative leave, the status of the personnel investigation, whether the district had communicated further with the girl’s family and whether additional measures had been implemented at Grand Oaks.
KPRC 2 followed up again Friday morning.
Another request was sent Friday evening asking the district to confirm or correct information KPRC 2 had received about Myers potentially returning to campus. That email also asked what led to any decision to return her and whether the girl’s family had been informed.
Tomball ISD responded Friday night by directing KPRC 2 to the letter sent to the Grand Oaks Elementary community.
After receiving the letter, KPRC 2 sent another set of questions asking the district to explain the disciplinary action and the decision to return Myers to campus.
Those questions include:
KPRC 2 will update this story if the district provides additional answers.
The two sides of this story now move in different directions.
The girl’s father says his children will begin at different schools Monday.
One day later, Myers is scheduled to return to Grand Oaks Elementary.
Tomball ISD says the student-welfare investigation is complete and the allegation was not substantiated. The district also says Myers was disciplined for her recorded comments.
What remains unanswered is what that discipline involved and how the district reached its decision to return her to campus.
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The concern followed a recent unrelated case in which a Tomball ISD employee was indicted on federal wire fraud charges.Local residents have raised concerns over potential conflicts of interest at Tomball Independent School District, citing leadership’s ties with district contractors.Concerns have specifically been raised over Emilio Zamora, husband to Tomball ISD Superintendent Dr. Martha Salazar-Zamora, and his ties to an engineering firm that was awarded the management of bond projects approved by voters in 2025....
The concern followed a recent unrelated case in which a Tomball ISD employee was indicted on federal wire fraud charges.
Local residents have raised concerns over potential conflicts of interest at Tomball Independent School District, citing leadership’s ties with district contractors.
Concerns have specifically been raised over Emilio Zamora, husband to Tomball ISD Superintendent Dr. Martha Salazar-Zamora, and his ties to an engineering firm that was awarded the management of bond projects approved by voters in 2025.
While Salazar-Zamora has served as superintendent of Tomball ISD since 2017, her husband has worked in client relations for Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, “a national, full-service civil engineering firm, offering planning, engineering and program management services” since 2024.
Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam (LAN) spent $10,000 to back a district bond. After the bond passed, the district selected LAN to manage the approved 2025 bond projects.
School board member Jennifer Kratky voted against the recommendation for LAN to oversee the district’s projects, citing their financial support of the PAC.
“My vote is based on one thing only and that is that Lockwood, Andrews and Newnam gave $10,000 to a political action committee that campaigned for passage of this bond that will ultimately benefit their company financially,” Kratky said. “While I understand this is perfectly legal to do, I personally find it distasteful.”
Judge Shepard, a policy analyst for the Texas Public Policy Foundation focused on local government and property rights, has highlighted a recurring issue in which construction and engineering firms support the political action committee backing the school bond and later receive sizable contracts funded by those same bonds.
“This creates a cycle in which modest political contributions can yield significant financial rewards,” wrote Shepard.
The bond projects approved by voters were broken down into four propositions on the May 3, 2025 ballot:
Proposition A – $331,595,000 ($578,423,809 with interest) for funding safety enhancements, school facility infrastructure replacements, refreshes to already existing campuses, expansion and updates to school programs, new schools, and to purchase new school buses.
The proposition passed with more than 63 percent approval from Harris County voters and more than 60 percent approval from Montgomery County voters
Proposition B – $18,000,000 ($31,398,630 with interest) for staff devices, student chromebook refresh, and the replacement of smart panels in classrooms.
The proposition passed with more than 64 percent approval from Harris County voters and more than 60 percent approval from Montgomery County voters.
Proposition C – $2,800,000 ($4,884,231 with interest) for “updates & lifecycle replacements” to the original Tomball high school stadium.
The proposition passed with more than 56 percent approval from Harris County voters and more than 52 percent from Montgomery County voters.
Proposition D – $76,700,000 ($133,793,049 with interest) for the construction of three multi-program activity centers.
The proposition passed with more than 56 percent approval from Harris County voters and more than 48 percent from Montgomery County voters.
Less than 4,000 residents voted in the May 2025 bond election. According to Census Reporter, there are more than 130,000 Tomball ISD residents, including children.
Bonds must be repaid with interest by local property taxpayers. That’s why Texas law requires each ballot proposition to state: “THIS IS A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE.”
At the time of the bond’s passing, the district debt was more than $1.4 billion with interest.
On their website, the district states that “taxpayers in Tomball ISD will not see a Total District Tax Rate increase as a result of this bond.” But, according to posted documents, the district “assumes that the taxable assessed value within the District will grow at an average rate of 4.17% per year for the first 6 years and then remain constant for the life of the bonds.”
Texas Scorecard previously reported that former district tax assessor Kristi Williams is being federally charged for wire fraud.
Tomball ISD has not responded to a request for comment on the district’s policy regarding conflicts of interest or Dr. Martha Salazar-Zamora’s ties to LAN via her husband.
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