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 the historic Thelma Todd Landmark Building 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 Pacific Palisades, 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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“Always Best Care absolutely saved us when my father needed immediate assistance. Maria and team”
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“Always Best Care agency has been wonderful to work with. The caregivers they have provided”
“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. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Temescal Canyon Park 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 Draycott or visit Ysidro Reyes Adobe Plaque, 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 Pacific Palisades, 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 Pacific Palisades, 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.
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 Pacific Palisades, 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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The worst of the first significant rainstorm of the season for Southern California is expected to hit Sunday and Monday. Here is what you need to know:TimingForecasters with the weather service issued a flood watch for the burned areas of the recent L.A. County fires for the time period of highest risk — from 10 a.m. Sunday through 4 p.m. Monday.By 3 p.m. Sunday, a handful of locations in western Los Angeles County had received half an inch of rain, according to the weather service. Downtown Los Angeles received ...
The worst of the first significant rainstorm of the season for Southern California is expected to hit Sunday and Monday. Here is what you need to know:
Forecasters with the weather service issued a flood watch for the burned areas of the recent L.A. County fires for the time period of highest risk — from 10 a.m. Sunday through 4 p.m. Monday.
By 3 p.m. Sunday, a handful of locations in western Los Angeles County had received half an inch of rain, according to the weather service. Downtown Los Angeles received .32 inches of rain. There were also reports of streets flooding in the L.A. area due to clogged drains.
“We still have some showers coming up from the south,” said Carol Smith, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service. “More is on the way.”
Sunday night will be the period of particularly high concern, officials said.
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This is “a slow moving storm, so it’s going to be stubborn. It’s going to hang around,” said Alex Tardy, meteorologist with the National Weather Service office in San Diego. “It’s going to send waves of moisture through Monday. So I think that’s really going to add up to significant rain and snow.”
The mountains of Los Angeles and Ventura counties could get 2 to 3 inches of rain, while half an inch to 1 inch is possible elsewhere.
Through Monday, Covina could get 1.32 inches of rain; downtown L.A., 1.14 inches; Long Beach, 1.12 inches; Canoga Park, 1.05 inches; Santa Clarita, 1.04 inches; Fillmore, 1.02 inches; Redondo Beach, 0.95 inches; and Thousand Oaks, 0.87 inches.
If the storm produces rain on the higher end of estimates, from 1 to 1.5 inches of rain could fall in Orange County, Ontario, Riverside, Lake Elsinore, Temecula and coastal northern San Diego County. From 0.7 to 1 inch of rain could fall in San Diego, and from 1.5 to 2 inches in San Bernardino.
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A flood watch is issued when weather conditions are favorable for flooding. “It does not mean flooding will occur, but it is possible,” the weather service says.
Part of Pacific Coast Highway was closed Sunday afternoon due to flooding in Topanga Canyon, according to meteorologist Joe Sirard, of the National Weather Service’s office in Oxnard. A rain gauge picked up 0.74 inches on Topanga Canyon Boulevard on the edge of the fire boundary, he said.
Forecasters have increased their projections of how much rain could fall. The adjusted forecast is a result of the low pressure system, dropping in from Canada, appearing to veer a little bit more to the west — a little bit more off the coast of Southern California — than initially expected, which would make this storm wetter.
That’s resulting in the “increased concerns for debris flows over some of the burned scars,” Kittell said.
Still, considerable uncertainty remained Saturday afternoon, with outcomes dependent on the storm’s precise path and speed, said Kristan Lund, meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Oxnard.
If the low pressure system wobbles a bit west toward the water, it will pick up more moisture and result in higher rainfall totals, while a more inland route to the east will mean less rain, she said. And if the storm ends up being a little slower than expected, it could sit over one area and prolong rainfall there, or result in heavier rainfall across the board, she said.
“These patterns tend to be a little more unpredictable in terms of you really don’t know until it arrives what it’s going to end up doing,” she said.
Forecasters said there is now a 10% to 20% chance of significant flash flooding and debris flow capable of damaging roads and homes in the most vulnerable recently burned areas, namely, the areas of the Palisades and Franklin fires around Pacific Palisades and Malibu, the Eaton fire around Altadena and Pasadena, the Hughes fire around Lake Castaic, and the Bridge fire in the Angeles National Forest north of Glendora.
Among the weather service’s recommendations: Avoid recently burned areas during that period. Use sandbags to protect property. And residents who do decide to stay can “stock up on supplies in case road access is blocked.”
The rain is expected to snap a record, or near-record, streak of dry weather for Southern California. Most areas of the region have received less than 5% of the average accumulated rainfall for this point in the water year, which began Oct. 1.
Until late Saturday, Downtown Los Angeles had received just 0.16 of an inch of rain since Oct. 1, which is just 2% of the average at this point in the water year — 6.48 inches. Downtown L.A.’s annual average rainfall is 14.25 inches.
On Saturday night, 0.11 of an inch of rain fell on downtown L.A.
Southern California is now either in “extreme drought” or “severe drought,” according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.
With residents anxious to return to their fire-ravaged properties, authorities are warning of the dangers of sifting through the toxic wreckage — especially without protective gear.Hazardous items in the fire zones can include batteries, ammunition, propane tanks, pesticides, and cleaning products that can become unsafe when exposed to heat and fire. ...
With residents anxious to return to their fire-ravaged properties, authorities are warning of the dangers of sifting through the toxic wreckage — especially without protective gear.
Hazardous items in the fire zones can include batteries, ammunition, propane tanks, pesticides, and cleaning products that can become unsafe when exposed to heat and fire. Harmful chemicals can be present in the ash in charred neighborhoods, according to experts.
In other words, it’s not a good idea to haul a dumpster to the destruction zone and clean up the debris yourself.
“The soil has been heavily impacted by a lot of pollutants. The ash includes a lot of different byproducts of construction,” Mark Pestrella, L.A. County’s public works director, told Pacific Palisades residents at a community meeting on Thursday. He added that it’s not safe to come into contact with such materials without wearing personal protective equipment.
The topic of debris removal was the subject of a contentious exchange between Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and President Trump at a roundtable discussion on Friday. Trump had traveled to the Palisades to survey the damage wrought by a wind-driven inferno that burned more than 23,400 acres and destroyed at least 6,808 properties, including many homes.
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The president suggested residents should be allowed to sift through the wreckage themselves and start rebuilding right away. Bass emphasized that it isn’t safe to do that. The discussion spurred a charged debate on social media.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which is overseeing debris removal in fire zones, began the process this week of surveying the charred neighborhoods along Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu. At a community meeting, Col. Eric Swenson with the Army Corps said the debris removal process could take up to 18 months to complete.
“We want to get this place back into your hands clear of all the public health hazards so that you can rebuild your life and your livelihood,” Swenson said at the Palisades meeting.
At the very least, he said, residents should wait until the Environmental Protection Agency completes the first phase of removing hazardous waste — a process that is likely to take a couple of months. Pestrella said the EPA will place a placard on every lot that it has cleared, certifying that the hazardous waste has been removed.
After that, authorities will need to secure permission from the property owners to have the rest of the debris hauled out, Swenson said. Residents considering signing up for the Army Corps of Engineers private property debris removal program, which is offered at no cost under the Federal Emergency Management Agency, should opt in as soon as possible, Swenson said.
Property owners can also hire private companies to conduct the debris removal and submit an insurance claim for reimbursement.
“There is risk to returning to your property,” Swenson said. “There will be nails everywhere, if you had a basement it may be hidden. There will be burned timbers, which have no structural strength in them. There are hazards out there. If you do choose to go back to your property and sift through the ash, I just advise caution. And I certainly advise that you don’t do it before the EPA has completed the Phase 1 household hazardous material removal.”
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Last week, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issued an order prohibiting the cleanup or removal of debris at fire-damaged properties until a hazardous materials inspection is completed.
In a flier posted to X on Friday, L.A. County warned against handling fire debris.
“ENTER AT YOUR OWN RISK,” the flier said. “House debris after a fire is hazardous and may contain toxic materials such as asbestos, lead, mercury, chemicals from household products, and other heavy metals. These materials pose a significant risk to your health.”
In another post, an LAFD fire captain, in an unofficial capacity, sounded the alarm on returning to burn areas too early.
“I do not recommend that you return to these burn areas. It’s just not safe,” Branden Silverman said in a video posted on X on Saturday. “I’ve seen cleaning kits with buckets, brooms and other cleaning supplies being provided to residents at some locations. While I’m sure this is being done with the best of intentions, unless proper protective equipment and techniques are used, you’re putting yourself at risk by attempting to clean the property yourself.”
After the deadly Camp fire in 2018, it took nearly a month for some residents to be able to return to their fire-ravaged homes.
During the roundtable discussion on Friday, Bass promised to “cut the red tape” to foster a quick and streamlined rebuilding process. But she and other city and county officials have asked the public to be patient as crews complete the necessary work so residents can return safely.
“First we have to take care of … getting rid of the hazardous waste, cleaning things up so that people can start right away,” Bass said.
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Trump criticized the 18-month timeline, saying residents should be able to remove debris from their properties immediately.
“They want to start now. They want to start removing things. They’re not allowed to do it now,” Trump said. “You mentioned hazardous waste. What’s hazardous waste? You’re going to have to define that. Are we going to go through a whole series of questions determining what’s hazardous waste?”
“Nope, nope, nope, nope,” Bass said.
“I just think you have to allow the people to go onto the site and start the process tonight,” Trump said.
Later in the meeting, Bass said residents would likely be allowed to return in a week.
“The most important thing is for people to be safe,” she said.
Times staff writers David Zahniser, Karen Garcia and Hannah Fry contributed to this report.
In the last two weeks, a series of devastating wildfires worsened by the Santa Ana winds, broke out in Los Angeles County. The flames have left many Angelenos without loved ones, homes, livelihoods, and the daunting question ringing in their minds that begs, “What comes next?”So far, there have been 28 confirmed deaths and 15,467 structures destroyed, with those numbers expected to grow, according to Cal Fire.Here’s a timeline brea...
In the last two weeks, a series of devastating wildfires worsened by the Santa Ana winds, broke out in Los Angeles County. The flames have left many Angelenos without loved ones, homes, livelihoods, and the daunting question ringing in their minds that begs, “What comes next?”
So far, there have been 28 confirmed deaths and 15,467 structures destroyed, with those numbers expected to grow, according to Cal Fire.
Here’s a timeline breaking down how the most destructive wildfires from the past few weeks began: The Palisades Fire, in Pacific Palisades, and the Eaton Fire in the areas of Altadena and Pasadena.
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On Tuesday morning, a large dark plume of smoke appeared, swelling through the Malibu sky.
Although the blaze’s point of origin was located southeast of Palisades Drive in the Pacific Palisades area, the immense cloud of smoke shocked many residents throughout LA County as they watched at a distance.
These were the first moments captured of the Palisades Fire. At 11:06 a.m., records show that the fire began burning at 10 acres.
Investigators are working to find out how the fires in Los Angeles County started. Brittany Hope reports for the NBC4 News at 4 a.m. on Jan. 14, 2025.
From about 11:00 a.m. to noon, a gridlock formed on Sunset Boulevard. This blocked people in traffic for miles as they desperately tried to evacuate and get away from the dangerous flames.
The Palisades Fire quickly expanded, consuming homes, cars, and anything in its path. In just an hour and a half, the fire grew to cover 200 acres. At this point, it could be seen burning both sides of the road on Palisades Drive.
As firefighters saw the rapid rate at which the blaze grew, an evacuation order was put in effect from the fire area down to Pacific Coast Highway. Simultaneously, the first evacuation center was established at the Westwood Recreation Center.
Additionally, several evacuation warnings were announced for other nearby areas.
Drivers are stuck in traffic near the Palisades Fire. Karma Dickerson reports for the NBC4 News on Tuesday Jan. 7, 2025.
At about 3:30 p.m.—just three hours later—the Palisades Fire had grown to six times its previous size. At this point in time it burned across 1,262 acres.
A few hours later, a new fire emerged in Altadena: the Eaton Fire.
The evacuations quickly began in this residential area as people in neighborhoods and nursing homes rushed to save their lives.
With no time to prepare, some went by foot and some by car, while the intensely strong winds made it difficult to stand, breathe, and see clearly.
Meanwhile, the flames swiftly spread and destroyed home after home in Pacific Palisades. These were fueled by wind gusts that could reach up to 80 miles per hour, according to the NWS’s predictions.
As the Eaton Fire began and firefighters scrambled to secure state and federal assistance, the Palisades Fire continued to burn through homes on the coast and challenge firefighters who battled the flames.
Extreme wind gusts posed an additional challenge for firefighters who simultaneously tried to contain two major fires.
A chaotic scene unfolded at a nursing home where seniors, some in gowns and wheelchairs, scrambled to safety as thick smoke from the nearby Eaton Fire reached their facility. Ambulances and other vehicles scrambled to evacuate the elderly. Macy Jenkins reports for the NBC4 News on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025.
As firefighters worked tirelessly to contain two major blazes on opposite sides of LA county, a third one emerged: the Hurst Fire, located in Sylmar, in the San Fernando Valley.
Burning a total of almost 800 acres, this fire remained active for eight days and was fully contained on Jan. 16, 2025.
San Fernando Valley residents whose homes are close to the blazing Hurst Fire in Sylmar share how they felt seeing the flames inch closer to them. Macy Jenkins reports for the NBc4 News at 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025.
Strong wind gusts continued to blow throughout Tuesday night, making it extremely difficult for firefighters to contain the flames and already leaving great devastation behind.
Wednesday morning, the Palisades Fire had quickly doubled in size as it burned through 2,921 acres. The list of human and animal evacuation shelters grew.
Similarly, the Eaton Fire now covered a stark 2,227 acres. Many people hurried to evacuate.
With every passing minute, the blaze engulfed more homes at an extremely swift rate pushed by the winds. All schools within the Pasadena Unified School District closed.
A man ready to evacuate his home on Sunset Boulevard in Pacific Palisades got a little help from NBC4’s Robert Kovacik, who offered to keep his artwork safe for the man as he flees from the flames. Robert Kovacik reports for the NBC4 News
In just four hours, the Eaton Fire had grown five times in size. By midday, the devastating blaze burned through 10,600 acres of entire residential communities. Many neighborhoods, schools, and nursing homes were destroyed by the flames.
Meanwhile, Cal Fire urged residents to remain alert and monitor the Red Flag warning due to the extreme wind conditions expected to continue until Thursday.
On the other side of the county, the Palisades Fire devastatingly burned across 15,832 acres. By that time, 300 structures in the area had been destroyed and about 13,000 of these were considered threatened.
State and federal teams of first responders worked aggressively to attempt to contain the blaze.
A total of 836 firefighters and seven helicopters strove to make progress under severe weather conditions that worked against them.
A fire chief from El Dorado Hills in Northern California, who is helping fight the fires in L.A., describes the frustration of trying to save homes but seeing many go up in flames in the Eaton Fire.
As the clock nearly reached midnight, the first two civilian fatalities were reported. In the days that followed, the death toll investigated by the Medical Examiner’s Office continued to climb.
Heartbroken Angelenos mourned not only the loss of their homes and communities but also their loved ones.
With uncertainty on the horizon, multiple other school districts also remained closed until Jan. 9 and 10.
Meanwhile, a “do not drink your water” warning was issued. Folks who had evacuated and lived in areas serviced by the Pasadena Water and Power water system were warned to avoid drinking tap water until further notice.
Just before midnight on Wednesday night, the Palisades Fire had grown a couple thousand acres more. Now it covers an immense area of 17,234 acres.
Numerous firefighting teams from across California continued to work non-stop on containing and extinguishing the flames, hoping to soon see a light at the end of the tunnel for these devastating fires.
Human remains were found Wednesday night in a home destroyed by the Palisades Fire. Alex Rozier reports for the NBC4 News on Thursday Jan. 9, 2025.
More than two weeks later, up to Jan. 24, the Palisades Fire has burned 23,448 acres and is currently at 77% containment. Meanwhile, the Eaton Fire has burned 14,021 acres and is now at 95% containment, according to Cal Fire.
The two fires combined have burned nearly 40,000 acres and continue to challenge first responders as they work to contain and extinguish them.
These are just two of nine active fires in California.
The region is under severe to extreme drought conditions after a dry start to the wet season in Southern California. After two seasons of above-average rainfall, a months-long dry spell left hillsides covered in dry brush, providing fuel for wildfires.
Under a red flag warning, any fires that do start are more likely to spread at a rapid rate behind strong winds. Flying embers also speed up a brush fire's spread. Powerful gusts can cast hot embers for miles, starting spot fires ahead of the main fire line in a nightmare scenario for firefighters.
During a visit to Los Angeles burn areas Friday, President Trump sought to convince California officials that the state’s system of water management needs a dramatic overhaul.Trump announced that he was set to approve an executive order “to open up the pumps and valves in the north.”“We want to get that water pouring down here as quickly as possible, let hundreds of millions of gallons of water flow down into Southern California, and that’ll be a big benefit to you,” he told a gathering of ci...
During a visit to Los Angeles burn areas Friday, President Trump sought to convince California officials that the state’s system of water management needs a dramatic overhaul.
Trump announced that he was set to approve an executive order “to open up the pumps and valves in the north.”
“We want to get that water pouring down here as quickly as possible, let hundreds of millions of gallons of water flow down into Southern California, and that’ll be a big benefit to you,” he told a gathering of city, county and state officials at Los Angeles Fire Department Station 69 in Pacific Palisades.
“We have to have that water. You’re talking about unlimited water,” Trump said. “You’ll never run out, you’ll never have shortages, and you won’t have things like this, and when you do, you’ll have a lot of water to put it out.”
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Experts said Trump’s statements attempting to link the firefighting response and local water supplies to how water is managed in Northern California were inaccurate. Water managers and researchers have said that Southern California’s cities are not currently short of water, and that the region’s reservoirs are at record high levels following plentiful deliveries of supplies in 2023 and 2024.
Earlier this week, Trump issued an order to put “people over fish,” ordering federal agencies to restart work to “route more water” from the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta to other parts of the state “for use by the people there who desperately need a reliable water supply.”
Trump has also said he wants to tie federal aid for wildfire recovery to whether California accepts changes in water policy.
Gov. Gavin Newsom, who met Trump briefly at Los Angeles International Airport, has said a change in water management in Northern California would not have affected the fire response. The governor’s office said on social media this week that California “pumps as much water now as it could under prior Trump-era policies,” and that “there is no shortage of water in Southern California.”
Even with ample supplies in reservoirs, local water systems were pushed to their limits as the fires rapidly spread, driven by strong winds.
When the L.A. County water system lost pressure in parts of Pacific Palisades, some fire hydrants ran dry in high-elevation areas, hindering the firefighting effort. Newsom last week ordered an investigation into the loss of water pressure to hydrants and the lack of water available from a reservoir in Pacific Palisades that was out of commission for repairs.
“There was plenty of water available in Southern California at the time these fires broke out,” said Bruce Reznik, executive director of the environmental advocacy group Los Angeles Waterkeeper. “The president’s proposed solutions for improving water security in our region are impractical and based on a faulty understanding of the state’s water system.”
During a visit to North Carolina earlier Friday, Trump said he intended to find out “why they aren’t releasing the water.”
Trump similarly tried to alter California water regulations and policies during his first term. But when his administration adopted water rules that weakened environmental protections in the delta, the state and conservation groups successfully challenged the changes in court.
That cleared the way for the Biden administration, working together with Newsom’s administration, to develop the current plan and the supporting biological opinions, which determine how much water can be pumped and how river flows are managed in the delta.
The rules govern the operation of dams, aqueducts and pumping plants in the Central Valley Project and the State Water Project, two of the world’s largest water systems, which deliver supplies to millions of acres of farmland and about 30 million people.
Pumping to supply farms and cities has contributed to the ecological degradation of the Delta, where the fish species that are listed as threatened or endangered include steelhead trout, two types of Chinook salmon, longfin smelt, delta smelt and green sturgeon.
Trump indicated he intends to seek to weaken protections for the delta smelt, a finger-length species that has suffered major declines and is thought to be nearing extinction in the wild.
“They talk about the delta smelt,” Trump said. “It doesn’t have to be protected. The people of California have to be protected.”
U.S. Rep. Vince Fong (R-Bakersfield) thanked Trump for his positions, saying that “ensuring reliable, stable water supplies is critical.”
Fong said Trump’s executive order “would have a great impact.”
Trump said the changes would benefit California agriculture, saying Central Valley farmlands have been deprived as “they send the water out into the Pacific Ocean.”
Trump is seeking to alter California water policy at a time when Newsom is pursuing large water infrastructure projects, including a $20-billion plan to build a water tunnel beneath the delta, and a plan to build Sites Reservoir in Northern California, the state’s first new major reservoir in decades.
Trump did not discuss these projects during his visit.
Karla Nemeth, director of California’s Department of Water Resources, has said Trump’s plans could end up harming water supplies for farms and communities as well as threatened fish populations.
Environmental advocates say Trump’s orders could prove disastrous for salmon and other fish species, as well as the deteriorating ecosystem of the delta.
Reznik said that instead of the approach Trump is taking, the federal government could help the L.A. region by providing more investments to improve the resilience of its local water systems.
“More money spent on wastewater recycling, stormwater capture, groundwater cleanup and conservation would prepare us for the future,” Reznik said. “Sending more water to Central Valley agriculture will not.”
Reznik and other critics said the changes that Trump is seeking would threaten endangered fish and the deteriorating ecosystem of the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta.
Pumping more water from the delta via the federally managed Central Valley Project would primarily benefit agriculture in the San Joaquin Valley, where Trump enjoys some of his strongest support in the state.
“Every American should be clear about what the president is doing here,” Reznik said. “In a time of extreme crisis and tragedy, he is using this emergency to line the pockets of his wealthy benefactors — in this case, industrial agricultural producers in the San Joaquin Valley — at the expense of the rest of us.”
President Donald Trump declared a national emergency after touring the devastation of the Los Angeles fires with residents who were personally impacted by the disastrous event.Trump traveled to Southern California on Friday to survey the dam...
President Donald Trump declared a national emergency after touring the devastation of the Los Angeles fires with residents who were personally impacted by the disastrous event.
Trump traveled to Southern California on Friday to survey the damage from the recent wildfires that destroyed over 10,000 structures in the Los Angeles area and tragically took the lives of nearly 30 people.
Trump took an aerial tour of the area before his landing, with images showing the once ritzy neighborhood in ashes.
The president and first lady Melania Trump then experienced the damage up close, meeting with local law enforcement and members of the community for a tour of the destroyed Pacific Palisades neighborhoods.
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"Not even believable," Trump told reporters on site.
Trump sat down for a roundtable with LA Mayor Karen Bass and other state officials. When the president entered the room, individuals were heard chanting "USA, USA, USA!" Bass greeted the president and said that his presence was welcomed.
"This is an honor to be with you," during the meeting, saying that homeowners told him that they want to rebuild their homes in the area.
At one point, the president criticized Bass for not using her emergency powers to respond to the wildfires.
"You have emergency powers just like I do … you have to exercise them also," Trump told Bass, who responded that she did exercise them.
Trump said he would sign an executive order to open up the water valves in the area.
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"I don't think you can realize how rough, how devastating it is until you see it," Trump said of the wildfire damage. "The federal government is standing behind you, 100%."
Trump said that he is going to waive federal permits for rebuilding in the area. "I'm gonna be the president to help you fix it," he said. "We're going to waive all federal permits... Because a federal permit can take 10 years... we don't want to take 10 days."
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After the fires broke out, Trump blamed Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democratic city policies for the damage, citing their forest and water management policies.
Newsom was waiting for Trump on the tarmac when he exited Air Force One and was seen shaking hands with the president in their first face-to-face encounter since the inauguration.
"Thank you first for being here. It means a great deal to all of us," Newsom told Trump after they met on the tarmac of LAX in Los Angeles just after 3 p.m. local time. "We’re going to need your support. We’re going to need your help."
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Speaking about his meeting with Newsom, Trump said that "we had a good talk, a very positive talk."
Trump traveled to North Carolina to tour the hurricane damage, before heading to California for his first visit to the state since becoming president.
Aubrie Spady is a Writer for Fox News Digital.
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