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 The Octagon House 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 Provo, UT 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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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 Paul Ream Wilderness 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 Block Restaurant or visit Provo West Coop, 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 Provo, UT, 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 Provo, UT 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 Provo, UT 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Salt Lake City is hosting several special events this Memorial Day weekend.Whether you’re interesting in honoring fallen soldiers at a solemn ceremony, enjoying live music at a local festival, or exploring the great outdoors, there’s no shortage of ways to commemorate the holiday.Here are some activities that the whole family will love this Memorial Day weekend.Salt Lake City Bees game What: Kick off ...
Salt Lake City is hosting several special events this Memorial Day weekend.
Whether you’re interesting in honoring fallen soldiers at a solemn ceremony, enjoying live music at a local festival, or exploring the great outdoors, there’s no shortage of ways to commemorate the holiday.
Here are some activities that the whole family will love this Memorial Day weekend.
What: Kick off summer by watching the Salt Lake Bees take on the Omaha Storm Chasers. There are few better ways to show your patriotism than at a baseball game with a hot dog in hand.
When: Thursday-Saturday at 6:35 p.m. and Sunday at 12:05 p.m.
Where: Ballpark at America First Square, South Jordan
What: Visit Utah’s Olympic Park for a celebration of outdoor family fun. It offers scenic views and something for all ages to enjoy.
When: Daily, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Utah Olympic Park, Park City
What: Spice up the holiday weekend with a little excitement in the form of a bullriding showdown. Grab your cowboy boots and giddy-up-on-over to Mona, Utah, for a rodeo.
When: May 23, 7 p.m.
Where: Young Living Lavender Farm and Events Center, Mona, Utah
What: Honor the fallen with a solemn wreath-laying ceremony, a traditional gun salute and the poignant playing of Taps in remembrance of those who gave their lives for their country.
When: May 26, 10 a.m.
Where: Fort Douglas Military Cemetery, Salt Lake
What: Kick up some dust in Manti, Utah, this Memorial Day, where you can honor heroes while enjoying rodeo thrills.
When: May 26, 4 p.m.
Where: SanPete County Fairgrounds, Manti, Utah
What: Enjoy mouthwatering BBQ at Sundance this Memorial Day weekend, then take on chair lift rides, zip-tour adventures and relaxing horseback rides.
When: May 26, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Sundance Mountain Resort, Provo Canyon
What: Honor the fallen by hearing remarks from state leaders, music performances and a 21-gun salute.
When: May 26 at 10 a.m.
Where: Utah State Capitol, Salt Lake City
What: Celebrate the holiday in West Jordan with a heartfelt Memorial Day ceremony followed by a classic car show.
When: May 26, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Veterans Memorial Park, West Jordan, Utah
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What: Join the Provo City Veterans Council for a solemn Memorial Day service honoring the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation.
When: May 26, 10 a.m.
Where: Provo City Cemetery, Provo, Utah
What: Riverton’s American Legion Post #140 will honor fallen heroes with a moving Memorial Day presentation, featuring a 21-gun salute and the solemn reading of names of veterans laid to rest in the local cemetery.
When: May 26, 12:45 p.m.
Where: Riverton City Cemetery, Riverton, Utah
What: This Memorial Day ceremony will honor veterans and pay tribute to their courage and sacrifices.
When: May 26, 10 a.m.
Where: Orem City Cemetery, 1520 N 800 E, Orem, Utah
What: Join the community in Orem for a Memorial Day walk.
When: May 26, 8 a.m.
Where: 1520 N 800 E, Orem, Utah
What: Ogden’s Memorial Day dedication will honor the legacy of George E. Wahlen, a Medal of Honor recipient.
When: May 26, 11 a.m.
Where: George E. Wahlen Ogden Veterans Home, Ogden, Utah
What: Celebrate Memorial Day with a special concert at the Logan Tabernacle, featuring the Cache Wind Symphony.
Where: USU Daines Performance Hall in Logan, Utah
PROVO, Utah — Neighbors who live near Provo’s Slate Canyon are voicing their concern about a proposed waterpark that could take away a significant portion of their local green space.She may not be from Utah originally, but when Katherine Hall goes to the mountains, she feels at home.“There’s just such a peace when you’re here in the canyon,” said Hall as she walked along the Bonneville Shoreline Trail, looking out over Utah Lake.In over 30 years of living in Provo, Hall has made her me...
PROVO, Utah — Neighbors who live near Provo’s Slate Canyon are voicing their concern about a proposed waterpark that could take away a significant portion of their local green space.
She may not be from Utah originally, but when Katherine Hall goes to the mountains, she feels at home.
“There’s just such a peace when you’re here in the canyon,” said Hall as she walked along the Bonneville Shoreline Trail, looking out over Utah Lake.
In over 30 years of living in Provo, Hall has made her memories in nature.
“My family comes to mind,” she said. “My children have spent countless hours here growing up, this was kind of their playground.”
Check out plans below to turn former Salt Lake water park into nature park:
But Hall and her neighbors are now treading carefully.
“We want to make sure we preserve the Slate Canyon amenities that are there,” said Bryan Bayles, a representative for the Splash Summit project. “That’s the bottom line.”
Towards the end of April, they learned of a plan to relocate the aging Splash Summit waterpark near the mouth of Slate Canyon.
“Despite the best efforts, our current location is landlocked and doesn’t allow us to create the experience that our guests are demanding,” Bayles said.
Developers note the details aren’t finalized, but it will likely include hotels, retail and more housing.
“Provo’s great, love tourism for it,” said Jeff Whitlock, another resident who lives near Slate Canyon. “But right now we have this asset that’s benefiting the community, and it’s about who’s benefiting? I’d like the community to keep benefiting.”
The residents say they’re not opposed to growth and development, but Hall feels this sort of space is not the place for it.
“I think there are areas in Provo that are already zoned for a resort and retail and those might be better suited,” said Hall.
She notes this is zoned for preservation and contains critical hillsides.
“A critical hillside has a slope of 30% or more,” Hall said. “To remove this vegetation would cause erosion issues that would affect the communities below.”
The city already has plans to build its own community park here.
So, Hall has started a petition pushing against the water park project which has already gathered 600 signatures.
“I personally spoke to over 100 residents canvassing door-to-door,” she explained.
She says they hope the city follows through on their plans to protect this precious area because they can’t get it back once it’s gone.
“Public land is important to hang on to, not only for us but for future generations,” Whitlock said. “It’s super important.”
The developers presented the idea to community members at a meeting for Provo’s second district. Hall says they plan to move ahead with a formal proposal.
FOX 13 News reached out to representatives from the city, the project and the waterpark about the plans, but have yet to receive a comment.
Share BY DANIEL WOODRUFFReporter/Anchor, KSL-TV (NBC) Salt Lake CityPROVO — The owners of a longtime Provo waterpark are touting a plan for expansion as neighbors push back against it.That plan calls for Splash Summit, which has been located on the city’s east side for nearly 40 years, to move further east near Slate Canyon. A large deve...
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PROVO — The owners of a longtime Provo waterpark are touting a plan for expansion as neighbors push back against it.
That plan calls for Splash Summit, which has been located on the city’s east side for nearly 40 years, to move further east near Slate Canyon. A large development would be built nearby including a new hotel, retail and housing.
However, the land for the proposed development is currently owned by Provo city, which would need to sell it to the Splash Summit owners first.
Residents are fighting the effort and are urging the city to preserve the area around Slate Canyon and not sell the land.
The waterpark at 1330 E. 300 N. in Provo first opened in 1989.
“It has been a tradition for our family. We love this place,” said David Osmond, chief entertainment officer at Splash Summit and son of famous singer Alan Osmond. “My dad even wrote the theme song for the park even when it was Seven Peaks back in the day.”
Now he’s singing a new tune for the park as its owners want to move it just to the east.
“We’re looking at expanding the park to be even bigger, better,” Osmond said.
Specifically, plans call for a new waterpark that blends into the landscape, a hotel that’s built into the hillside, shopping areas, housing and open space.
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“This is really not something that is set in stone. It’s really early stages,” Osmond said. “But there’s a lot of fun ideas to be able to create those outdoor activities and memories and new traditions for families to come and experience.”
This proposal comes as the Winter Olympics are set to return to Utah in 2034.
But the proposal has prompted neighbors to organize opposition against it.
“I’m not a huge fan,” said Jeff Whitlock, who lives near Slate Canyon and loves it. “This is one of the most wild, natural places in the city.”
He wants the area kept as-is.
“When it comes to beautiful places like natural canyons that are already owned by the public, we should keep them in public hands,” Whitlock said.
Whitlock and other neighbors packed a public meeting last week, voicing nearly unanimous opposition to the proposal from Splash Summit.
“I think it was an overwhelming response from the residents,” said Katherine Hall, who also started a petition against the development. “I think it was very clear to both the developer and the city council and mayor’s office that the residents want this area preserved.”
Hall said the city should instead “honor its promises” to Provo residents by preserving the area around Slate Canyon and eventually building a park there.
The owners of Splash Summit have had big plans before. KSL reported last year on their push to buy and develop the land where the state hospital currently sits, near the waterpark. But that hasn’t gone anywhere.
Osmond told KSL the current proposal is separate from that. He also said it would not impact Slate Canyon.
“We love these mountains. We want to make sure they are pristine. We’re not going to infringe on any of that untapped land,” Osmond said. “It’s in proximity of Slate Canyon but not in Slate Canyon.”
The owners of Splash Summit said their proposal also includes preserving the existing trails and improving the public areas of Slate Canyon. They have also insisted that building a ski resort is not part of their current proposal, although it was part of their plans for the state hospital property, according to a document reviewed by KSL last year.
Osmond said Splash Summit would remain open during construction of the new waterpark and surrounding development, but it’s unclear what would happen to the existing property after that.
Ultimately, though, neighbors are pushing the city to not sell the land near Slate Canyon.
“Imagine if people didn’t have the boldness and the vision to build Central Park in New York. Would New York be what New York is today? No, it wouldn’t,” Whitlock said. “Same thing with land like this in Utah.”
Provo city did not respond to a request for comment.
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