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 Long Beach, CA 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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“The senior in-home care was top notch. The caregivers were caring, comforting, and always available”
“I attended the free family caregivers seminar presented by Dr. David Hart. The seminar was”
“Dr David Hart has given me security to know that I can do it. He”
“My experience with ABC Senior Services has been uniformly positive, starting with participation in their”
“This is a long overdue review and endorsement of Always Best Care-Torrance. My family is”
“I attended one of their monthly caregiver essentials workshop and found it incredibly informative. I”
“Carrie, David, and their team are terrific to work with. Carrie has been a lifesaver”
“From the moment I first spoke to Mark Wecker at Always Best Care, he was”
“My son and I have received family counseling from Dr. Hart for nearly two years.”
“I'm glad I attended Dr. Hart's caregiver support workshop which focused on Alzheimer's disease. I”
“Experienced people, excellent service.”
“I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Dr. David Hart for your elder-care needs. Dr. Hart is an incredibly”
“Dr Hart knows so much about dealing with issues that Alzheimer's creates for those who”
“Best in home care company in the South Bay & LA”
“Mark Wecker provided us with invaluable help both in terms of finding appropriate board &scare”
““ I have been very happy with the excellent professional and loving care services ABC”
“My widowed 80-year-old mother who has Alzheimer's disease has been living alone for 3 years.”
“I want to express how helpful Mark Wecker was to me and my family as”
“Thankful and grateful don’t seem quite good enough to express how I feel about Always”
“The attitude and professionalism of the management of a company is especially important in the”
“Its always a pleasure working with a team that has their hearts and minds on”
“Always best care saved my life they have a great staff ready to assist 24/7”
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“I am a current client of this provider Very professional staff. Also my caregiver was awesome”
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“The staff are friendly and professional every step of the way.”
“Mark Wecker provided us with invaluable help both in terms of finding appropriate board &scare”
“Dr. Hart has been of monumental assistance to our family during a very difficult time.”
“Over the last five years always best care has provided Home Care to several of”
“I want to let you know how fortunate I feel that our lives intersected with”
“I am so very fortunate to be a part of a professional, caring and supportive”
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“Great place to work”
“Ms.Carrie Bianco (owner) is very friendly and accomodating. Ms.Rhona (staffing) is very nice, easy to”
“I highly recommend Always Best Care for every aspect from the ones seeking care for a loved one or themselves, all the way to the ones seeking an opportunity to care for a senior. I personally worked for ABC, and throughout my years with them I had the pleasure of interacting with the seniors as well as with the amazing caregivers. From the stories of a much more simpler time in the elders life to the reasons from a caregiver wanting to truly care for the seniors. (Most reasons are personal to them that have impacted their life and heart). This is truly a caring company with exceptional professional staff. It's hard to find a company that demonstrates both of those traits....”
“Always Best Care absolutely saved us when my father needed immediate assistance. Maria and team were extremely compassionate, responsive, informative and truly wanted us to feel comfortable with every small detail. The caretakers were all amazing and dependable. I truly cannot say enough positive things about the level of service provided by ABC as they helped us navigate this truly impossible time.”
“I cannot say enough good things about Always Best Care in the South Bay. I was lucky to be referred to ABC when my Father suddenly needed in-home care several years ago and I hired ABC again a few months ago when my friend needed in-home care. The learning curve is steep when a family member is no longer independent. Having reliable, caring and professional caregivers is invaluable in getting through these challenges. Hiring the caregivers from ABC allowed me to be the "daughter" again. I absolutely could not have cared for my beloved Father or my dear friend without ABC by my side!”
“Always Best Care agency has been wonderful to work with. The caregivers they have provided to stay with my dear friend, who has dementia, have been outstanding. My husband, an MD, and I, an RN, have rather high standards and have found all of the caregivers to be professional, caring and extremely reliable (24/7 care in this case) They go above and beyond expectations. I have felt safe with the caregivers,as they are also down-to-earth; caring people. Dr. David Hart is the main point person in this family-run agency and he is not only a very caring person, he is extremely intelligent in his communication, yet very down-to earth at the same time. He is responsive to any issues that arise immediately…not only for the client, but also to his caregivers, who he genuinely cares about. That is perhaps why he attracts and retains such stellar employees, We feel very lucky to have found ABC Senior Care services. Ilene Watson, RN and Dr. Walter Watson,MD, Manhattan Beach, CA”
“The senior in-home care was top notch. The caregivers were caring, comforting, and always available even with our requested schedule changes. Definitely would recommend to others in our family.”
“I attended the free family caregivers seminar presented by Dr. David Hart. The seminar was both informative and practical. Dr. Hart is very knowledgeable and practical as he cared for his grandmother with Alzheimers. He is an unusually caring person who is very approachable. I am grateful to know him and to know he is available whenever he might be needed.”
“Dr David Hart has given me security to know that I can do it. He has such a caring and approachable demeanor. I feel I can call on him at any time for help with either one of us. Thank heavens he came along in our lives.”
“My experience with ABC Senior Services has been uniformly positive, starting with participation in their Memory Club several years ago. My wife has Alzheimer's and the challenges are severe. ABC, notably Dr. David Hart, has been a terrific source of support and advice. They take the time to understand your individual needs and circumstances. This is a great resource for those of us in the South Bay.”
“This is a long overdue review and endorsement of Always Best Care-Torrance. My family is forever grateful for all the care given to my father for more than four years. From our initial meeting with Carrie and David to selecting the most wonderful caregiver that was with Dad to the end of his days. The love and support from everyone at ABC was so appreciated especially during some very difficult times. May God bless you always - You are truly special angels. Thank you all!”
“I attended one of their monthly caregiver essentials workshop and found it incredibly informative. I now have a much better understanding of the disease progression, and have walked away with so many helpful resources. Attending made me aware that I do not have to struggle alone through this, there are support groups and resources available to assist me. Dr. David Hart is a compassionate person who is genuinely willing to help others navigate the path of caring for a loved one with dementia.”
“Carrie, David, and their team are terrific to work with. Carrie has been a lifesaver by helping us to quickly find a wonderful 24/7 board and care facility for our loved one who is suffering from both advanced dementia and a broken, severe arthritic neck. They have provided very capable temporary care givers to us to help with taking our loved one to doctor's appointments and during the time our loved one was being treated in the hospital. David has thoroughly educated us on all aspects of dementia and counseled the family members to help sort out their emotions during these difficult times. We strongly recommend Always Best Care South Bay to anyone needing advise, help, and services to find care facilities, care givers, and/or counseling.”
“From the moment I first spoke to Mark Wecker at Always Best Care, he was kind, caring and extremely knowledgeable. He made sure to ask all the right questions to help my siblings and me find the perfect place for our father who had very advanced Parkinson's Disease. He took us to places that fit the high quality we were looking for and in our budget range. Mark showed genuine concern for us and my father. And he helped us navigate through a challenging situation. We made a great decision based on his expert advice. Unfortunately, my father passed away before we could bring him to LA. But I will always be grateful for the detailed attention we received from Mark and Always Best Care.”
“My son and I have received family counseling from Dr. Hart for nearly two years. We both suffer from PTSD, among other mental disabilities, and have been seen by a number of therapists over the years. We have found Dr. Hart’s care to be among the most helpful. He is kind, understanding, and patient. Rather than employing long term, traditional psychotherapy or other limited methods exclusively, he uses different approaches to break through a person’s natural resistance. He suggests interpretations of feelings and actions, asks questions that show real insight, and then gives practical and usually appropriate advice that can be accepted or discussed further. He has treated us with respect and even with a non-intrusive, kind of professional affection. We would recommend him to friends and family without hesitation.”
“I'm glad I attended Dr. Hart's caregiver support workshop which focused on Alzheimer's disease. I knew then Always Best Care would be the right agency to handle my Dad's care. From the beginning to the end the staff were professional and courteous. My dad unfortunately decided to end services because of his stubbornness. Mark was understanding and expressed his concern for my Dad's wellbeing. He didn't push for us to continue services. I would work with ABC again if my father agrees to resume services. They definitely have your loved ones best interest in mind.”
“Experienced people, excellent service.”
“I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Dr. David Hart for your elder-care needs. Dr. Hart is an incredibly knowledgeable and caring person who helped our family beyond measure to provide the best level of care for our mother who has Alzheimer's Disease. We engaged Dr. Hart to 1) conduct his own periodic assessments of our mother; 2) create a forum for our broader family, including our mom, to communicate and ask questions; 3) provide training and resources; and 4) help our family evaluate and implement an interim and long-term care plan for our mother. DR. HART EXCEEDED OUR EXPECTATIONS ON EVERY LEVEL. Prior to meeting Dr. Hart we had received a lot of conflicting information and our broader family was experiencing a very high level of stress and frustration. Thankfully, after engaging with Dr. Hart for several months, our family became knowledgeable, we communicated well with each other, and we just implemented a long-term care plan that addresses all of our mom's needs and one that she really enjoys. DR. HART IS THE BEST AND HE TRULY CARES ABOUT HIS PATIENTS AND THE FAMILIES HE WORKS WITH. Thank you Dr. Hart for all of you have done for our family. Words cannot express our gratitude.”
“Dr Hart knows so much about dealing with issues that Alzheimer's creates for those who have the disease as well as those of us who are caretakers.”
“Best in home care company in the South Bay & LA”
“Mark Wecker provided us with invaluable help both in terms of finding appropriate board &scare homes for our loved one, and explaining how this whole senior placement business works. It turns out we were quite naïve about it being a "service" as it is very territorial! That made us all the more impressed with Mark's unselfish and caring approach to helping us meet our needs. He also took time to really listen to our criteria, asked great questions when he accompanied us to look at the homes, and only showed us places that met our standards. We recommend him highly to anyone!”
““ I have been very happy with the excellent professional and loving care services ABC has provided for Kathleen who suffers from Alzheimer’s Dementia and the Andreoli family who cares for her. ABC is a full service provider that has also offered free seminars, consultation and information to me and my daughter who are Kathleen’s primary care takers. These have helped us greatly in this daunting task. THANK YOU – Leo Andreoli, Torrance, CA””
“My widowed 80-year-old mother who has Alzheimer's disease has been living alone for 3 years. She has been extremely resistant to having caregivers in her home and my brother and I had all but given up. We have been amazed at the progress we've made since enlisting the help of Dr. David Hart at Always Best Care. In a little over a month, Mom has accepted a caregiver and is considering a move to an assisted living facility. Equally important, the support and assistance we have received in making both large and small decisions has been invaluable and a huge relief. I also highly recommend the Caregiving Essentials class taught by Dr. Hart, which covers everything you need to know in a single 3-1/2 hour "bootcamp" session, including brain science, communication tips, and resources. (GPS shoe insert, who knew?!) The class would benefit anyone who has a friend or family member suffering from dementia.”
“I want to express how helpful Mark Wecker was to me and my family as we were looking for a place for my father to live. We needed to quickly move him from Kansas City to Los Angeles. Mark spent time with us to hear our needs and then appropriately guide us through this new challenging stage in our lives. His advice and dedicated time was so valuable and personable to us, I don't how we would have managed without him. Thank you again, Mark!”
“Thankful and grateful don’t seem quite good enough to express how I feel about Always Best Care South Bay and all the good work they do. They offer a support group run by Dr. David Hart. That group was my lifeline while I was caring for my husband. When it came time to place him in a memory care facility, they assisted me with that decision also. Dr. Hart and his team are extremely knowledgeable, always professional but most of all genuinely caring.”
“The attitude and professionalism of the management of a company is especially important in the field of elder care. I can think of no better way to express my experience with Always Best Care then to say the management and their hands on approach with the care givers they hire is 5 stars”
“Its always a pleasure working with a team that has their hearts and minds on the patient’s wellbeing. ABC is the way to go.”
“Always best care saved my life they have a great staff ready to assist 24/7 always available and reliable I highly recommend Always best care.”
“I am a current client of this provider This company is very professional. All the staff is very experenced. They provide top notch care..The caregivers are also so professional on time and experenced.”
“I am a current client of this provider Very professional staff. Also my caregiver was awesome”
“I am a current client of this provider Best In Home Care Company in the Southbay”
“I am a past client of this provider Helpful, compassionate, and always available to assist. I appreciate Always Best Care so much!”
“The staff are friendly and professional every step of the way.”
“Mark Wecker provided us with invaluable help both in terms of finding appropriate board &scare homes for our loved one, and explaining how this whole senior placement business works. It turns out we were quite naïve about it being a "service" as it is very territorial! That made us all the more impressed with Mark's unselfish and caring approach to helping us meet our needs. He also took time to really listen to our criteria, asked great questions when he accompanied us to look at the homes, and only showed us places that met our standards. We recommend him highly to anyone!”
“Dr. Hart has been of monumental assistance to our family during a very difficult time. We first learned of Dr. David’s practice when mom was first diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). His support groups for families and patients offered comfort and practical advice from others going through the same experience. He provided essential information—facts about dementia and lifestyle changes to slow the process—based on the latest research findings, sparing us the time and frustration of navigating the web and sorting facts from myths. But most important to me has been the emotional support Dr. David has personally provided to my sister and I, and the trusting relationship he established with mom. His professional empathy and experience with human behavior as well as his expertise in the field of geriatrics and cognition combine to provide an array of servicesthat will truly make the difference toward a successful transition for elders and their families. I could not recommend Dr. Hart more highly!”
“Over the last five years always best care has provided Home Care to several of my patients. I appreciate their case management did they include with their service. The patients and families have been very happy with the caregivers. Several have been able to take advantage of the driving service. I have referred numerous people to their caregiving course that is offered monthly.”
“I want to let you know how fortunate I feel that our lives intersected with your company and with those who work there. When I realized that we would be needing a company that provided caring care-providing services, I was hoping and praying that I would find a company like yours. We could not have asked for better with the service Always Best Care provided. Even when the chemistry and/or the timing wasn't quite right, adjustments were made and reasonably so. Carrie, that introductory talk you and I first had and why you started ABC -- I want to let you know that what you created and why you created it is evident. Some of Dad's caregivers go the extra mile and above and beyond and really give of themselves. They are really top notch people. I have heartfelt gratitude for your company and for your employees who cared for my dad during our time of need. Thank you not only for providing the service that your company does, but also and in particular, for the high quality of the service that some of your employees provided.”
“I am so very fortunate to be a part of a professional, caring and supportive company. We are all family here trying our very best to be a family for all the clients we work with. Our caregivers and staff try our best to help those families in need live a peacefully, fulfilling and loving life. If you want to have a dependable, reliable and gratifying career come and work with Always Best Care South Bay!!”
“I've worked for four agencies over the last 16 years but this is the best by far! Personable, supportive, compassionate, knowledgeable, and the greatest staff!”
“Great place to work”
“Ms.Carrie Bianco (owner) is very friendly and accomodating. Ms.Rhona (staffing) is very nice, easy to approach...I would say this company is wonderful to be part of a team...Great people, great company. ABC is the answer for your help! more power!!!Ed”
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 Long Beach, CA, 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 Long Beach, CA 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 Long Beach, CA 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
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In the calm waters off Seal Beach, California, surfers are currently busy catching the best waves and beachgoers are soaking up the last of the summer sun before autumn is in full swing. A picturesque view, an often-overlooked danger lurks beneath the sand: stingrays. Often described as “danger pancakes” due to their flattened bodies, they are not as benign as their appearance might suggest. These predators - who are also prey to many animals, including sharks - are equipped with venomous barbs on their tails, used defensively ag...
In the calm waters off Seal Beach, California, surfers are currently busy catching the best waves and beachgoers are soaking up the last of the summer sun before autumn is in full swing. A picturesque view, an often-overlooked danger lurks beneath the sand: stingrays. Often described as “danger pancakes” due to their flattened bodies, they are not as benign as their appearance might suggest. These predators - who are also prey to many animals, including sharks - are equipped with venomous barbs on their tails, used defensively against potential threats. Found in coastal waters worldwide, these creatures can deliver painful stings with their barbed tails, and actually end up causing thousands of injuries each year.
Dr. Benjamin Perlman, a researcher at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB), is leading a team dedicated to understanding the behaviors and defensive strategies of rays, wanting to shed some light on how these incidents occur and, more importantly, how they can be prevented. With a lab humorously named the Stingray and Butterfly Biomechanics Lab (STABB), the scientist and his students largely focus on the round rays, the most prevalent species along California’s coastline. Unlike other ray species, round rays tend to stay hidden in the sand, relying on their natural camouflage to avoid predators — human included. While the behavior is effective for survival, unfortunately it increases the likelihood of accidental encounters with unsuspecting beachgoers who stomp along the coastline blissfully unaware they’re about to step on an animal until it’s too late.
You may ask why these people don’t employ the “stingray shuffle.” Lifeguards and marine conservation organizations have been advocating for the stingray shuffle as a standard safety practice, emphasizing its role in mitigating human-marine animal interactions, yet it is not known by all. It’s not a new dance move, but it is a way of moving. Instead of taking regular steps when entering shallow waters, individuals shuffle their feet along the sandy seabed. This movement creates vibrations that alert buried stingrays to their presence, prompting the animals to move away rather than feeling threatened and potentially striking defensively with their barbed tails. It not only protects humans from painful stings but also prevents harm to stingrays themselves! But it isn’t always effective.
Enter Perlman and his team, who are delving into the mechanics of stingray strikes and aiming to decode why and how these otherwise peaceful creatures unleash their tail. Understanding the circumstances under which stingrays strike is crucial for developing effective protective measures for us - through collaborations with experts in materials science and biomechanics - which aim to mitigate injury risk without harming the rays themselves.
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Central to Perlman’s investigations? A life-like silicone foot mounted on a PVC pipe —a macabre, yet effective tool for simulating human interactions with stingrays. Through systematic tests, the team has been identifying specific triggers that prompt stingrays to strike, revealing that they’re most likely to retaliate when pressure is applied to their midsection. Makes sense, as that is where vital organs reside; this finding, Perlman says, reinforces the efficacy of the “stingray shuffle.”
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Looking ahead, Perlman hopes to expand his research to include nocturnal behaviors and environmental influences on stingray behavior. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, from 3D imaging to high-speed video analysis, he wants STABB to be at the forefront of unraveling the complexities of stingray ecology and behavior, offering valuable insights for both local and global conservation efforts and beach management practices. While his journey into stingray research was serendipitous - sparked by a collaboration with CSULB's renowned Shark Lab and motivated by practical challenges faced by beach communities - he hopes his interdisciplinary approach in wildlife conservation and public safety will highlight stingrays’ role in coastal ecosystems often overshadowed by more sensationalized marine predators.
The562’s coverage of football in 2024-25 is sponsored by The Terry Donahue Memorial California Showcase.The562’s coverage of Long Beach Poly is sponsored by Bryson Financial.For more than 30 years, Long Beach Poly football coaches have had the philosophy of putt...
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The562’s coverage of Long Beach Poly is sponsored by Bryson Financial.
For more than 30 years, Long Beach Poly football coaches have had the philosophy of putting together a tough nonleague schedule to see where the Jackrabbits stand early in the season. This year Poly coach Stephen Barbee did that once again, with Poly facing Mission Viejo (No. 4 in the State), Lincoln (13), Folsom (15), and Serra (17). Under the new CIF-SS playoff format, that approach means one of two things: Poly wins, and gets placed in Division 1 or 2 (as they have the last three years) or they lose and get a favorable playoff position, as they did when they won the CIF-SS D4 title in 2021.
This year, the Jackrabbits fell short in their nonleague schedule and dropped their first Moore League game in 15 years, to Millikan. Those were bitter defeats for Poly fans, but they result in a favorable position in this year’s CIF-SS playoffs, which were announced this morning. The Jackrabbits are in Division 4 and will open up at home against Northview (10-0) at Veterans Memorial Stadium at 7pm on Friday.
“They’re a talented team, to go 10-0 you have to be doing all the little things right consistently,” said Poly coach Stephen Barbee. “They’ve done it in impressive fashion with a running back averaging almost 10 yards a carry and a receiver that’s putting up similar eye-popping stats.”
Poly has started to round into its own in the second half of the season, as QB Deuce Jefferson has gotten in sync with a talent-packed receiving corps led by Kamarie Smith and a young offensive line (with just one senior) has started to open up running lanes. Defensively, Northview poses a big test for a Jackrabbit team that has struggled to stop the run all year–even in a shutout win over Compton, Poly gave up 120 rushing yards last week.
“We’re going to need to play our best football to be able to stop their run and pass,” said Barbee.
The Vikings are led by running back Keanu Tauvao (161 yards per game and 20 touchdowns) and receiver Isaiah Luero (10 touchdowns), who also leads them with four interceptions on defense.
As an extra wrinkle, every game now could be the Jackrabbits’ last game at Vets, which is scheduled for demolition at the end of the season. The venue will play host to the CIF-SS Division 1 championship at the end of the postseason–Poly is hoping to host a Division 4 title there as well.
If Poly can defeat Northview, they’d play the winner of Pacifica/Oxnard (with a coin flip deciding the host) or Laguna Beach (on the road).
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Maria Guadalupe Orozco, affectionately known as Lupe, has passed away, leaving her family and friends in profound sorrow. Her passing has deeply affected those who knew her as a cherished daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. Despite her resilient fight over the past month, Lupe’s illness ultimately became too overwhelming for her to overcome, and she is now mourned by a family that had held hope for a life-saving treatment.In this time of unexpected loss, Cecilia Orozco, her daughter-in-law, has organized a fun...
Maria Guadalupe Orozco, affectionately known as Lupe, has passed away, leaving her family and friends in profound sorrow. Her passing has deeply affected those who knew her as a cherished daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. Despite her resilient fight over the past month, Lupe’s illness ultimately became too overwhelming for her to overcome, and she is now mourned by a family that had held hope for a life-saving treatment.
In this time of unexpected loss, Cecilia Orozco, her daughter-in-law, has organized a fundraiser to help support the Orozco family in covering the costs of Maria Guadalupe’s memorial services. The fundraiser, launched on October 31, 2024, has garnered $2,660 from sixteen compassionate donors, reaching 11% of its $25,000 goal. Among the supporters, an anonymous donor contributed $1,200, marking the highest donation thus far. Other heartfelt donations include $150 from Dina Garcia, the first contributor, and $50 from Connie Madrigal, the most recent donor.
The Orozco and Sanchez families express their sincere gratitude for all contributions, big or small, and for the prayers that have poured in during this difficult time. They deeply appreciate the support shown by their community, which has been a source of comfort and strength as they remember and honor Lupe’s life.
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the Orozco family. May they find solace in the love and memories shared with Maria Guadalupe Orozco.
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| Name | Maria Guadalupe Orozco |
| Date of Passing | Recently |
| Fundraiser Created By | Cecilia Orozco |
| Goal Amount | $25,000 |
| Amount Raised | $2,660 |
| Location | Long Beach, CA |
| Purpose | Memorial services for Maria Guadalupe Orozco |
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The city of Long Beach has implemented a slate of new technology pilot projects as part of its smart cities initiative known as the Long Beach Collaboratory (LB Co-Lab).
LB Co-Lab, established in 2021, is a “community-driven civic technology program” aimed at addressing some of the everyday challenges facing four neighborhoods throughout the city. Participants in the most recent workshop, which ran from March to October 2023, identified the real-world challenges they wanted to address in their neighborhoods as well as potential technological solutions.
The initiatives identified through the workshop process include pedestrian and cyclist safety, park utilization and safety, and access to reliable Internet service.
“Our Smart City Initiative team continues to pioneer community-centered approaches to advance our vision to address civic challenges by engaging the community, staff and private sector to explore, design and implement emerging technologies in the city,” said CIO and Technology and Innovation Department Director Lea Eriksen in a press release.
In the Willmore neighborhood, multimodal sensors have been deployed to measure pedestrian, cyclist and vehicle activity at key intersections. The privacy-compliant and anonymized data will help inform the city about safety and traffic trends. Those sensors were installed in May 2024 at Ocean Boulevard and Pine Avenue, 3rd Street and Maine Avenue, and 7th Street and Chestnut Avenue.
At the Westside neighborhood’s Silverado Park, infrared people-counting sensors were deployed in May to better identify park usage trends and shape future planning and operations needs. The data gathered through the sensors will be used to create a public dashboard.
In the Hamilton neighborhood, workshop participants identified the need for street improvements, which include smart lighting installations with people-counting and air quality analytics features. Three smart lights have been installed along the path between the parking lot and Houghton Park’s exercise area. Data gathered through this initiative will help determine whether the technology should be scaled to other parts of the city. The technology went live in July.
And finally, in Ramona Park, the city will be deploying nine high-coverage Wi-Fi routers throughout the recreation area and the adjacent community center. Those devices will be a permanent fixture in the park. That deployment is expected in the coming weeks.
“Our city team is committed to bringing together members of the community and exploring technology solutions that bring value to Long Beach residents and improve city operations,” Mayor Rex Richardson said in the press release. “As technology is a greater part of our day-to-day lives, it is our job to ensure technology and innovation projects are co-designed alongside our most traditionally underserved residents.”
Eyragon is the Managing Editor for Industry Insider — California. He previously served as the Daily News Editor for Government Technology. He lives in Sacramento, Calif.
Measure AC is up for voter approval on the 2024 ballot to allow for a nearly $1 billion bond for construction and renovations in the Long Beach Community College District.Property owners in the LBCC District would be tasked with paying for the debt that the bond would create if passed.An annual tax of $25 per every $100,000 of assessed property value, which is the tax value of a property and not the market value, would be put into effect to cover the costs incurred by Measure AC. ...
Measure AC is up for voter approval on the 2024 ballot to allow for a nearly $1 billion bond for construction and renovations in the Long Beach Community College District.
Property owners in the LBCC District would be tasked with paying for the debt that the bond would create if passed.
An annual tax of $25 per every $100,000 of assessed property value, which is the tax value of a property and not the market value, would be put into effect to cover the costs incurred by Measure AC. Both residential and commercial property owners would be included in sharing the costs, according to the Long Beach Community College Foundation.
A full list of the intended improvements has been published by the Long Beach Community College District, which includes a wide array of renovations to classrooms and sports facilities.
Construction of new buildings on both LBCC campuses and the construction of solar panels in certain parking lots on the LBCC Trade, Technical Skills and Community Learning Campus will also be a part of the intended improvements.
The Long Beach Community College District covers Long Beach, Lakewood, Signal Hill, San Pedro and Avalon on Catalina Island. However, there is only one college in the district: Long Beach City College.
The college is split across two campuses: the Liberal Arts campus in Lakewood Village and the Trades, Technology and Community Learning campus in Long Beach.
While there is only one college, each of the cities in the Long Beach Community College District would be eligible to vote on Measure AC, according to a FAQ form by LBCC.
LBCC recently regained large-school status and hosts over 20,000 students, according to a 2022 report by Data USA.
The development of solar panels would be a part of a broader initiative in the project list to improve energy efficiency on the LBCC campuses. Upgrades to insulation and new installations of energy-saving electrical infrastructure would also be a part of that initiative.
Another main goal for the use of the money is the construction of affordable student housing in the District. The bond resolution details plans to create a “student village” near the Liberal Arts campus in Lakewood Village.
The resolution also includes the possibility of more off-campus housing constructed in collaboration with the City of Long Beach’s “Tiny Homes” program.
A FAQ document from the Long Beach Community College Foundation states the removal of lead paint and asbestos from school facilities and improving drinking water systems as necessities that would also be addressed using potential funds from the bond.
Accountability for the funds paid for by the public is baked into Measure AC’s proposal.
If approved, all expenditures would be subject to annual performance audits. Additionally, the district would “appoint and support an independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee” to guarantee the funds are being used appropriately and for their pre-declared intention, according to the bond measure project list.
It is also made explicitly clear in the proposition that the funds are not to be used for any teacher or administrator salaries.
Measure AC is independent from Proposition 2, a state bond measure that would distribute $1.5 billion for renovation and construction to community colleges statewide if passed.
Jack Haslett is a senior at California State University Long Beach, majoring in journalism. Jack arrived at CSULB as a junior after attending community college at Santiago Canyon and Santa Ana Colleges, earning an associate's degree in English. Jack was previously a staff reporter specializing in sports for El Don News, the student-led publication of Santa Ana College.
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