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 Cathedral 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 Oakland, 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.
“Excellent service. Bill explained all the details about in-home care thoroughly and accurately. My 2”
“Very nice,friendly and professional. Fairly new with this care and will update after about a”
“I live in Texas and my Mom was in California, so communication was key to”
“My nickname for Bill is Clarence the Angel from "It's a Wonderful Life". At the”
“I would be more than happy to recommend the care services of Always Best Care”
“I am forever grateful for the compassionate care provided by Always Best Care to my”
“We chose Always Best Care because their staff is extremely personable, responsive, and caring. We”
“I would be more than happy to recommend the care services of Always Best Care”
“Bill is representative of his professional, reliable, kind-hearted staff. There is an over abundance of”
“I am a current client of this provider I have two aging family members that have”
“I am a current client of this provider I am very appreciative of the amazing service”
“We are very happy with the service we have received from Always Best Care. They”
“I would happily recommend Always Best Care to anyone looking for quality in-home care for”
“I always wanted my parents to live in their own house as they grow old.”
“I really want to thank Always Best Care for dealing with my grandmother with great”
“I would like to acknowledge the contributions to my father’s well being made by the”
“My mother was a very active senior, but when her back pain became too great,”
“Always Best Care supported me when I was in utmost need. They provided me &”
“We feel very fortunate to have Edwin Sterling as our caregiver. He is very dependable,”
“I am very grateful to Always Best Care for providing such great In-Home Care services.”
“I would like to recommend Always Best Care to all those looking for professional care”
“I would happily recommend Always Best Care to anyone looking for quality in-home care for”
“I would happily recommend Always Best Care to anyone looking for quality in-home care for”
“I am a current client of this provider I would happily recommend Always Best Care to”
“Always Best Care has been a godsend. When I got sick I needed more care”
“Many Thanks for the compassionate care and attention your caregivers provided us at a very”
“Many Thanks for the compassionate care and attention your caregivers provided us at a very”
“Excellent service. Bill explained all the details about in-home care thoroughly and accurately. My 2 main caregivers, Kangou and Beth, were very professional and competent and treated me well, and were very nice people to work with.”
“Very nice,friendly and professional. Fairly new with this care and will update after about a month”
“I live in Texas and my Mom was in California, so communication was key to me in knowing how my Mom was doing, and what she might need. ABC did all the right things; from setting up an online portal that would allow my siblings and I to see what each caregiver was doing during her in-home care, to billing questions, medication requirements, etc. Everything was transparent, and that's so important when it comes to caring for an older family member. Their office staff is outstanding as well. From billing questions to change requests, they never made me feel like I was asking for too much, or that they didn't have time to make sure my Mom was always taken care of. Always Best Care took the time and effort to make sure my mom was taken care of in the best possible way, and for that I will be eternally grateful. Highly recommend their service!”
“My nickname for Bill is Clarence the Angel from "It's a Wonderful Life". At the worst possible time, in the middle of a pandemic, my elderly mother was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. I had 1 week to find a place for her to live and set up hospice care. In addition I had no other family support. That is when I found Bill/ABC. What a joy! He listened to my needs, concerns, budget and general stress all with great patience and concern. He guided me through the process, set up home tours and advised me what to look for while interviewing prospects. Within 1 week we were able to place my mom in a wonderful home where she can spend her remaining days happy and cared for. The relief I feel cannot be measured and I will be forever grateful to Bill and team.”
“I would be more than happy to recommend the care services of Always Best Care to anyone looking for a good caregiver. They have the best team of caregivers who are trained, experienced, and highly knowledgeable in every aspect of senior care. I highly recommend Always Best Care to anyone who often feels overwhelmed while caring for a senior family member. I have been through this and know how difficult it can get at times. But thanks to Always Best Care, I am now able to better manage my time at work and home. I would still have been struggling with a lot of things if I didn’t have their amazing caregivers to help me take care of my ailing aunt.”
“I am forever grateful for the compassionate care provided by Always Best Care to my grandparents. Their caregivers are experienced and can work under any situation. Both my grandparents had not been keeping well for a long time, especially my grandma who was recently diagnosed with dementia. The caregivers took care of all her needs, including her diet, exercise routine, etc. Thanks again to the whole team of Always Best Care.”
“We chose Always Best Care because their staff is extremely personable, responsive, and caring. We know that we can call them anytime for anything. They are very flexible and always ready to make the required changes in the care plan.”
“I would be more than happy to recommend the care services of Always Best Care to anyone looking for a good caregiver. They have the best team of caregivers who are trained, experienced, and highly knowledgeable in every aspect of senior care. I highly recommend Always Best Care to anyone who often feels overwhelmed while caring for a senior family member. I have been through this and know how difficult it can get at times. But thanks to Always Best Care, I am now able to better manage my time at work and home. I would still have been struggling with a lot of things if I didn’t have their amazing caregivers to help me take care of my ailing aunt.”
“Bill is representative of his professional, reliable, kind-hearted staff. There is an over abundance of non-medical Homecare companies in the Contra Costa Area and Always Best Care makes my top three list because I trust them implicitly. Their hearts are in the right places when it comes to providing great care and truly helping people. They are very responsive, dependable, and I never worry about anything falling through the cracks. Absolutely recommend their services.”
“I am a current client of this provider I have two aging family members that have currently needed some extra help. My wife and myself have full time jobs and cannot provide all the extra help that our loved ones need. Always Best has filled that need and has allow both family members to remain in their homes and still feel in control of their lives. Always Best is just that. They are flexible with their schedules and both relative's have enjoyed the extra help and company.”
“I am a current client of this provider I am very appreciative of the amazing service Always Best Care has been providing to my grandmother. The caregiver assigned for her care is professional, honest, and patient. Thank you so much for everything.”
“We are very happy with the service we have received from Always Best Care. They have the best aides with the all the knowledge, experience, and training needed for senior care. We would highly recommend them to anyone in need of professional care for a senior loved one.”
“I would happily recommend Always Best Care to anyone looking for quality in-home care for a senior loved one. I was very satisfied with the care provided to my dad. The caregivers easily adapted to his changing needs over time. Their team always kept in touch to check on how everything was going. They were always quick to respond to my concerns and kept me involved in the whole process.”
“I always wanted my parents to live in their own house as they grow old. I am glad I found a reliable agency like Always Best Care that has been helping seniors age in place for so many years. Their excellent care services have greatly helped my parents live their senior years in the healthiest and happiest way. Thank you so much Always Best Care for referring Sarah to us. She is very sweet and knows her work. My mother enjoys her company and waits for her every morning. They are soon planning to start doing Yoga at home. I am sure it is going to be a lot of fun. Sarah is more like a family to us now.”
“I really want to thank Always Best Care for dealing with my grandmother with great care and dedication when she needed it the most. The decision of sending her to a senior living facility was a quite difficult one to execute but then the team assured us about her security and safety in such a manner that we could not resist availing their services. I am so glad that we took the decision.”
“I would like to acknowledge the contributions to my father’s well being made by the wonderful staff of Always Best Care. Not only did they arrange for his care on a very short notice, but also sent the best caregiver to help him with difficult tasks.”
“My mother was a very active senior, but when her back pain became too great, we were looking for a caregiver for her because her pain was getting out of control day by day. Then I called up Always Best Care and they helped me with everything. I am very satisfied with their work. Thank you Always Best Care!”
“Always Best Care supported me when I was in utmost need. They provided me & my family with the best care possible. Thank you Always Best Care!”
“We feel very fortunate to have Edwin Sterling as our caregiver. He is very dependable, courteous and has a lot of patience.”
“I am very grateful to Always Best Care for providing such great In-Home Care services. My mom can remain in her home with dignity and respect – the way she always wanted. Things wouldn’t be this easy without the support of your wonderful caregivers. Thanks a lot.”
“I would like to recommend Always Best Care to all those looking for professional care giving services for their aging love done at home. They have the best team of caregivers who ensure to provide compassionate services. Well done guys!”
“I would happily recommend Always Best Care to anyone looking for quality in-home care for a senior loved one. I was very satisfied with the care provided to my dad. The caregivers easily adapted to his changing needs over time. Their team always kept in touch to check on how everything was going. They were always quick to respond to my concerns and kept me involved in the whole process.”
“I would happily recommend Always Best Care to anyone looking for quality in-home care for a senior loved one. I was very satisfied with the care provided to my dad. The caregivers easily adapted to his changing needs over time. Their team always kept in touch to check on how everything was going. They were always quick to respond to my concerns and kept me involved in the whole process.”
“I am a current client of this provider I would happily recommend Always Best Care to anyone looking for quality in-home care for a senior loved one. I was very satisfied with the care provided to my dad. The caregivers easily adapted to his changing needs over time. Their team always kept in touch to check on how everything was going. They were always quick to respond to my concerns and kept me involved in the whole process.”
“Always Best Care has been a godsend. When I got sick I needed more care than my family could provide. The staff at the skilled nursing facility recommended Always Best Care. Bill Kammerer visited and explained how they could help me recover and stay safe and healthy. Bill is very easy to work with, extremely knowledgeable, and patient. He asked me questions, listened to my responses, suggested solutions, and developed a care plan that meets my needs perfectly. In addition, Always Best Care’s caregivers have been fantastic. They are polite, hardworking, reliable, professional, congenial, and well trained. I whole-heartedly recommend Always Best Care.”
“Many Thanks for the compassionate care and attention your caregivers provided us at a very difficult time-period in our lives. I would recommend your services to anyone in need of care for a loved one.”
“Many Thanks for the compassionate care and attention your caregivers provided us at a very difficult time-period in our lives. I would recommend your services to anyone in need of care for a loved one.”
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 Joaquin Miller 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 Wolf or visit Oakland Museum of California, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA 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.
Oakland, CA NewsWritten by:January 27, 2025ESOlex // Shutterstock Oakland 7-day weather forecast Stacker created the forecast for Oakland, California using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 56 °F on Sunday, while the low is 42 °F on Monday. Ther...
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Stacker created the forecast for Oakland, California using data from OpenWeather. This week's high is 56 °F on Sunday, while the low is 42 °F on Monday. There are expected to be 3 sunny days and rain on 2 days this week.
NWS San Francisco CA has issued a frost advisory until Monday at 09:00 AM and a freeze watch until Thursday at 09:00 AM.
Sunday, January 26
- High of 56 °F, low of 44 °F (42% humidity)- Partly cloudy with a 0% chance of rain- Moderate risk of harm from sun exposure (2 UV index)- Moderate breeze (15 mph wind)- Sunrise at 7:17 AM, sunset at 5:25 PM
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- High of 56 °F, low of 42 °F (30% humidity)- Sunny with a 0% chance of rain- Moderate risk of harm from sun exposure (2 UV index)- Light breeze (7 mph wind)- Sunrise at 7:16 AM, sunset at 5:26 PM
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- High of 55 °F, low of 45 °F (43% humidity)- Sunny with a 0% chance of rain- Moderate risk of harm from sun exposure (2 UV index)- Light breeze (7 mph wind)- Sunrise at 7:16 AM, sunset at 5:27 PM
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- High of 55 °F, low of 46 °F (66% humidity)- Sunny with a 0% chance of rain- Moderate risk of harm from sun exposure (3 UV index)- Gentle breeze (8 mph wind)- Sunrise at 7:15 AM, sunset at 5:29 PM- New moon
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- High of 53 °F, low of 46 °F (63% humidity)- Partly sunny with a 0% chance of rain- Moderate risk of harm from sun exposure (3 UV index)- Light breeze (7 mph wind)- Sunrise at 7:14 AM, sunset at 5:30 PM
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- High of 54 °F, low of 48 °F (59% humidity)- Overcast with a 100% chance of rain (4 mm of rain)- Moderate risk of harm from sun exposure (3 UV index)- Light breeze (6 mph wind)- Sunrise at 7:13 AM, sunset at 5:31 PM
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- High of 55 °F, low of 52 °F (90% humidity)- Overcast with a 20% chance of rain (0 mm of rain)- Moderate risk of harm from sun exposure (3 UV index)- Light breeze (4 mph wind)- Sunrise at 7:12 AM, sunset at 5:32 PM
The trek marks the band’s first outing in three yearsNine Inch Nails has announced the Peel It Back Tour 2025, marking the band’s first live outing since 2022. Produced by Live Nation, the headline run will kick off on Sunday, June 15th, in Dublin, Ireland, at 3Arena, and take the band across Europe, including stops in the UK, Germany, Switzerland, and more. The European leg will also feature major festival appearances at Graspop Metal Meeting in Dessel, Belgium, Open’er in Gdynia, Poland, and Mad Cool in Madrid, S...
Nine Inch Nails has announced the Peel It Back Tour 2025, marking the band’s first live outing since 2022. Produced by Live Nation, the headline run will kick off on Sunday, June 15th, in Dublin, Ireland, at 3Arena, and take the band across Europe, including stops in the UK, Germany, Switzerland, and more. The European leg will also feature major festival appearances at Graspop Metal Meeting in Dessel, Belgium, Open’er in Gdynia, Poland, and Mad Cool in Madrid, Spain, among others.
The North American leg will launch on Wednesday, August 6th in Oakland, CA at Oakland Arena. The industrial rock icons will also headline arenas in Portland, OR; Vancouver, BC; Chicago, IL; Toronto, ON; Boston, MA; Brooklyn, NY; Nashville, TN; Houston, TX, and more. The tour will wrap up on Thursday, September 18, in Los Angeles, CA, at the Kia Forum.
Tickets will be available starting Wednesday, January 29th at noon local time.
Nine Inch Nails Peel It Back World Tour 2025 Dates:
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WhenWhen couple Paul Iglesias and Sophia Akbar decided to open the contemporary Afghan restaurant Jaji, it took some time to get the menu just right. Besides satisfying their own palates and tastes after years in the restaurant industry and Akbar’s own background as an Afghan American, they also knew that it would be a family affair. Akbar’s parents and grandparents live in the East Bay and offered suggestions on what dishes to serve, and in A...
WhenWhen couple Paul Iglesias and Sophia Akbar decided to open the contemporary Afghan restaurant Jaji, it took some time to get the menu just right. Besides satisfying their own palates and tastes after years in the restaurant industry and Akbar’s own background as an Afghan American, they also knew that it would be a family affair. Akbar’s parents and grandparents live in the East Bay and offered suggestions on what dishes to serve, and in Akbar’s retelling of those early days, Iglesias wrote the first menu “being respectful of the culture,” knowing that Afghanistan is deeply rooted in tradition.
But as lovely as that first menu was, Akbar ripped it apart.
The idea for Jaji was to lean into the contemporary nature of what Afghan cuisine could be, she emphasized to Iglesias, much like their other restaurant Parche delves into contemporary Colombian food. The couple returned to the drawing board, developing dishes that take those flavors of Afghanistan and mix California ingredients. Akbar’s family again got a say in the development process; her grandmother, Asia Jaji, and her mother, Maria Jaji, both stepped into the Jaji kitchen to develop the flavors that the couple wanted to explore in their new restaurant. “It’s very detail-oriented, and it’s super important because it tells the story of Sophia and her family, being an Afghan American, and her parents being first-generation Afghans that have lived 40 years in California,” Iglesias says. “We use the word contemporary because for us it means ‘in the moment.’”’
Jaji debuts in uptown Oakland on Thursday, January 30, showcasing Afghan food in an entirely new way. Take the shola-qorooti arancinis. Traditionally it’s a sticky rice with mung beans and dill, served with yogurt and caramelized onions and oils on top; Akbar says it provides sustenance and comfort during Afghanistan’s rough winters, a simpler item often made at home rather than served in restaurants. For Jaji’s version, the sticky rice is realized as arancini, and it’s served over an aioli made with quroot, a dehydrated whey, and walnuts, plus a touch of vibrant green mint oil. It was one of the surprise hits with Akbar’s family during taste tests, and while, say, Akbar’s grandfather didn’t recognize the format of the dish, he immediately knew its flavors.
“That was fun to see in real life,” Akbar says, “that, okay, it works with our biggest fans and our biggest critics.”
Among the other family-approved dishes is a braised lamb shank made with a spice profile from Akbar’s grandmother that received a nod from the family matriarch. That dish is served with mastawa, a rice dish typically made for weddings and not usually served with lamb shank, but it became an accidental pairing that worked, thanks to Akbar’s grandmother. Elsewhere on the menu, a chapli kabob comes into play, but again with contemporary touches, using wagyu-based ground beef dressed in a pomegranate and ginger glaze. Iglesias and Akbar also bend Afghan flavors to accommodate dietary restrictions, such as making dishes vegetarian that typically aren’t meat-free. One dish the couple is proud of is their lentil salad, where Iglesias turned the lentil-based dhal into a pureed sauce spread over the bottom of a dish, with fresh lentil salad on top.
B.Akbar
That willingness to experiment and create a contemporary experience for diners is also why the couple leaned into having a bar at the restaurant — despite alcohol being illegal in Afghanistan. “While a large demographic [of diners] are going to be Afghans, a lot of us that are Afghan Americans, like myself and my generation, we’ve never walked into a space where we fully have seen our culture displayed in a way that I want to bring my American friends to show them all the good parts and pieces.” And with that dining out experience, for Akbar that also includes cocktails. While there aren’t any spirits or wines coming from Afghanistan, the couple worked with Parche beverage director Eric Syed and Paul Iglesias to figure out how flavors like rose water, pistachio, saffron, turmeric, and coriander could be incorporated into drinks. But also with respect for the culture and the ever-expanding nonalcoholic scene here in the States, there is an expansive zero-proof drink program that showcases spirit-free wine and liquor, as well as juices and yogurt drinks that Akbar grew up on. Diners can try those drinks at the main bar, or squeeze into the 20-person hidden speakeasy dubbed B.Akbar, a play on Akbar’s name. It’s meant to be an intimate space with a 90-minute “curated drinking experience” and small bites.
The presence of Akbar’s family is felt throughout the space in other ways, not just the food: Family members contributed vintage pieces, such as wedding headdresses, vintage instruments, and other items they brought with them from their homeland, now proudly displayed behind the main bar. “It’s just incredible how proud everyone is,” Iglesias says. “Jaji is a town in Afghanistan, and it’s also her grandparents’ last name, their tribal name. And there’s so much there that is important and so special because we’re invoking their culture and history and who they are. Not only is Jaji Afghan, but it’s also California because that’s where she’s from and who they are.”
Jaji (422 24th Street, Oakland) debuts on Thursday, January 30, and is open 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
925-210-0323
