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 Alfred Rehder Tree 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 Leland, NC 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 Westgate Nature 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 Christopher's Steakhouse and Seafood or visit Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site, 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 Leland, NC, 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 Leland, NC 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 Leland, NC 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.
(This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy.)A popular restaurant chain is coming to Leland.Texas Roadhouse is slated to open at Leland Town Center, according to a news release from C&S Commercial Properties. The restaurant will be the second Texas Roadhouse in the Wilmington area alongside the location at 230 Eastwood Road in Wilmington. The new location will open in 2026."With the steady growth in north Brunswick County, we recognize the area is in need of more large-scal...
(This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy.)
A popular restaurant chain is coming to Leland.
Texas Roadhouse is slated to open at Leland Town Center, according to a news release from C&S Commercial Properties. The restaurant will be the second Texas Roadhouse in the Wilmington area alongside the location at 230 Eastwood Road in Wilmington. The new location will open in 2026.
"With the steady growth in north Brunswick County, we recognize the area is in need of more large-scale sit-down restaurants," a spokesperson for C&S Commercial Properties said. "We think their brand is a great fit to help fill that gap and feel confident the residents will support them."
No plans for the restaurant have been submitted to the town, according to Leland Communications Manager Jessica Jewell.
Texas Roadhouse operates over 600 locations across the country including 20 restaurants in North Carolina. Its most recent opening in the state was in Elizabeth City.
The Leland Town Center is currently home to several popular businesses, including Al's Burger Shack, Eggs Up Grill and Lowe's Home Improvement. An O2 Fitness will also open in the center later this year.
Brunswick County's largest town could soon see other projects begin construction, including the proposed Savannah Branch shopping center on U.S. 17 across from Brunswick Forest.
Road safety is being reexamined in Leland.Earlier this year, the town of Leland announced the Safe Streets and Roads for All Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. The plan, which is still in progress, will outline initiatives for improving the safety of Leland’s road network by identifying contributing factors to collisions that...
Road safety is being reexamined in Leland.
Earlier this year, the town of Leland announced the Safe Streets and Roads for All Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. The plan, which is still in progress, will outline initiatives for improving the safety of Leland’s road network by identifying contributing factors to collisions that occur within the town.
The plan is being developed under the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant program, a U.S. Department of Transportation program established under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The same law awarded $242 million to the replacement of the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge in July.
The plan will explore road design, designated speeds and post-crash care among other elements. While the plan accounts for the role that drivers play in collisions, “the transportation system can be designed and operated to accommodate certain types and levels of human mistakes,” according to the town’s website. In July, the town of Leland opened a public forum to allow residents to identify areas that they believe are unsafe. The forum, which allows residents to place their comments on an interactive map, received dozens of comments.
Here’s what people said.
A majority of the comments identified problem areas along U.S. 17, a busy thoroughfare that runs through the town. While some took issue with irresponsible drivers, others blamed the town’s infrastructure. Some said that road design must change to accomodate Brunswick County’s growing population.
“As fast as the Leland area is growing, the effectiveness of all of these types of U-turns are overwhelmed,” one resident said. “It is time to create actual intersections where true left turns are possible. With all of the area developments going in, the problems are only going to be compounded by their ineffectiveness.”
Multiple residents agreed with a comment that recommended implementing a right turn only policy for drivers going from New Pointe Boulevard to Ocean Gate Plaza.
“Why does traffic continue to back up leaving Walmart when it could simply flow if everyone had to turn right leaving Walmart,” one resident replied. “Just turn right and go around the traffic circle.”
Improvements for the intersection are currently in progress, according to the town’s website.
Some commenters identified U.S. 17’s need for a pedestrian crosswalk, due to the popular businesses on both sides of the four-lane road. One resident commented that U.S. 17 is “very dangerous for pedestrians to cross. I'm not sure how to go about making it safer, but it is one of the few areas of Leland that I think can be dangerous.”
A crosswalk at the intersection of U.S. 17 and Ploof Road/Olde Waterford Way, as well as other pedestrian facilities, will begin construction in spring 2026.
Several comments also called for pedestrian crossing signage on Mallory Drive near a walking trail.
“I have tried to cross over at this location between 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. and the cars do not stop when I am in the crosswalk,” one resident said. “We need a sign here.”
Many residents regarded several areas of Leland as unsafe for walking. Beyond crosswalks, some advocated for the installation of sidewalks in residential neighborhoods.
“The Colbert Place subdivision has no sidewalks,” one resident commented. “The street is so narrow that two cars parked on the street across from each other blocks emergency vehicals and trash pickup. My security camera has picked up people walking in the street almost being hit at night and during the day. The community was promised sidewalks once building was finished and there has been no action yet.”
Residents expressed support for sidewalks on Lanvale Road, Old Fayetteville Road, Ploof Road, Chappell Loop Road and Tradeway Drive. The town plans to improve walkability in Leland with a sidewalk connectivity project, but no timeline for the project has been provided.
While this is only the beginning of the plan for safer roads in Leland, many projects are currently in progress to improve facets of transportation in the town.
The town is actively working on improving the following roads:
Plans for a major townhome development in Leland have been denied.After delaying a decision in January, Leland town council voted to deny plans for the Mallory Creek Plantation development on Feb. 20. Applicant Thomas & Hutton proposed a conditional rezoning of 31.5 acres along N.C. 133. Currently zoned for commercial use and planned un...
Plans for a major townhome development in Leland have been denied.
After delaying a decision in January, Leland town council voted to deny plans for the Mallory Creek Plantation development on Feb. 20. Applicant Thomas & Hutton proposed a conditional rezoning of 31.5 acres along N.C. 133. Currently zoned for commercial use and planned unit development, the proposal would have brought 127 townhomes, restaurant, retail and office space to the property.
Town council denied the rezoning proposal due to the limited commercial property in Leland, as well as traffic congestion in the area. The property is the last available commercial plot along N.C. 133 in the town, council member Bill McHugh said. Mayor Brenda Bozeman said that she made a commitment to nearby residents that housing projects along the road would not be approved until the N.C. Department of Transportation could address the condition of the thoroughfare.
"I made a promise […] that I would never approve any more townhomes and apartments on 133 until DOT did something with the roads," Bozeman said. "The road is not any different than it was then. I made a promise, and I can’t break that promise."
Mallory Creek Plantation would have generated 2,473 daily trips. As of 2022, the stretch of N.C. 133 had an annual average daily traffic volume of 6,600 trips. Planning capacity for the stretch is 15,439 trips. McHugh said that keeping the property commercial would preserve it for the long-term needs of the community.
“To sacrifice that bit of commercial for 120 or so townhomes and a potential future build of commercial property to me does not seem to be in the best interest of the people of Leland,” McHugh said.
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Several neighboring residents spoke in favor and in opposition of the proposal. Susan Parker supported the project and said the additional requirements of the rezoning process would prevent clear-cutting, which would be permitted in a by-right development.
“This is our only way to really have some control and some input over what happens with that property,” Parker said. “We should not be just blocking development for the sake of blocking development and hoping it stays empty.”
On Jan. 16, council postponed a decision on the project to allow time for the applicant to gather more feedback from the community. At a community meeting on Jan. 28, developer D.R. Horton addressed questions and concerns from nearby residents.
Mallory Creek resident Carol Grosbier attended the meeting and said that representatives from D.R. Horton informed her that none of the units would be set aside for workforce housing. She advocated for the preservation of the natural area.
“If we want to teach our children about the animals that are around us, we need to have some trees and some shelter,” Grosbier said. “Going in and cutting down as many trees as they are proposing is not a good way for us to be taking care of the Earth.”
Since the community meeting, the applicant changed the site plans to include specified tree retention, an extended eight-foot multiuse path along Mallory Creek Drive and an extended buffer along existing townhomes.
In addition to the 127 townhomes, the proposal would have brought 30,000 square feet of commercial space, fitness area, stage and a multi-use path to the site.
The property is currently undeveloped. Under current zoning, a variety of uses including animal hospitals, hotels, child day care centers and general merchandise stores are permitted to be built on the site. Town officials and Leland residents have both previously expressed the area’s need for these types of establishments.
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Several residential projects are underway near the property. On the adjacent property at Kellerton Court, 59 townhomes are being built. Along Culverton Road, 53 single-family homes are in progress. Pinnacle Point, another Mallory Creek project, is slated to bring 203 housing units to the area.
Daniel Sheehan covers New Hanover and Brunswick counties for the StarNews. Reach him at [email protected].
(This story was updated to add new information.)After years of speculation, a Publix is officially coming to Leland.Publix will open a location at the Savannah Branch Town Center, according to a news release. The grocer will occupy a 50,325-square-foot building in a new development on U.S. 17. An opening date has not yet been determined. The store is expected to employ roughly 140 associates.Previous coverage:...
(This story was updated to add new information.)
After years of speculation, a Publix is officially coming to Leland.
Publix will open a location at the Savannah Branch Town Center, according to a news release. The grocer will occupy a 50,325-square-foot building in a new development on U.S. 17. An opening date has not yet been determined. The store is expected to employ roughly 140 associates.
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“We are excited to continue our growth across North Carolina with this new location in Leland,” said media relations manager Jared Glover. “We look forward to our new customers experiencing the Publix difference soon.”
Publix will be the eighth major grocery store in Leland. Site plans for the shopping center also show a 16,560-square-foot building connected to the grocery store, as well as two 8,000-square foot buildings that will each house multiple shops.
The announcement follows the town's termination of an agreement with developer Renaissance Lifestyles, LLC in January. The town found that the developer was in material breach of their contract after no progress was made at the site in the past year.
While it marks the first Publix to Brunswick's largest town, it's not the grocer's first location in the county. Publix has stores in Ocean Isle Beach and Oak Island.
There are three locations in New Hanover County, one of those being in Carolina Beach. There's also a Publix in Surf City.
Daniel Sheehan covers New Hanover and Brunswick counties for the StarNews. Reach him at [email protected].
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