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 Manassas National Battlefield Park 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 Manassas, VA 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 Manassas National Battlefield 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 Carmello's of Old Town Manassas or visit Ben Lomond 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 Manassas, VA, 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 Manassas, VA 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 Manassas, VA 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.
MANASSAS, VA — As long-term uses are explored for the Manassas Shopping Center, the city government is seeking ideas from residents.The City of Manassas and the Economic Development Authority will host two community meetings on the Manassas Shopping Center on June 3 and 10. The community conversations will be focused on the future redevelopment of the Manassas Shopping Center and the vision the community wants to see.The City of Manassas Economic Development Authority ...
MANASSAS, VA — As long-term uses are explored for the Manassas Shopping Center, the city government is seeking ideas from residents.
The City of Manassas and the Economic Development Authority will host two community meetings on the Manassas Shopping Center on June 3 and 10. The community conversations will be focused on the future redevelopment of the Manassas Shopping Center and the vision the community wants to see.
The City of Manassas Economic Development Authority acquired the shopping center at 9018 Mathis Avenue in 2024 for $16 million. In the short term, the city is maintaining leases at the 13.5-acre Manassas Shopping Center, with an estimated $1 million generated annually from lease revenue. However, tenants will ultimately be relocated when long-term redevelopment plans come to fruition.
The long-term outcome for the shopping center is not yet clear, but the city has suggested retail, office space and attainable housing. The city is accepting ideas for the shopping center property, including interim uses, online and at the upcoming meetings.
Amid discussions about the shopping center's future, the city is advancing a Mathis Avenue roadway project that could complement redevelopment efforts. The project will turn Mathis Avenue from Sudley Road to Liberia Avenue into a two-lane road with a planted median and dedicated turn lanes. There will also be streetscape and pedestrian improvements. The Mathis Avenue project is in the design phase, with construction expected to start in late 2026.
The two meetings on June 3 and 10 will be held at the Manassas Community Center (Marsteller Building), 8750 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and a presentation and discussion will run from 7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. Registration is requested to attend.
VIRGINIA — Heavy rain is bringing the risk of flooding Tuesday morning, but some areas are facing a greater threat in Northern Virginia.A flood warning, which means flooding is imminent or already happening, has been issued for Fairfax County, City of Fairfax, City of Manassas, City of Manassas Park and Prince William County. National Weather Service forecasters said rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying areas are especially flood prone. Stream levels a...
VIRGINIA — Heavy rain is bringing the risk of flooding Tuesday morning, but some areas are facing a greater threat in Northern Virginia.
A flood warning, which means flooding is imminent or already happening, has been issued for Fairfax County, City of Fairfax, City of Manassas, City of Manassas Park and Prince William County. National Weather Service forecasters said rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying areas are especially flood prone. Stream levels are rising due to runoff from the excess rainfall. Forecasters saw low-water crossings may not be passable because of flooding.
The warning continues through 3 p.m. Tuesday. As of 8:48 a.m., forecasters said the Doppler radar located heavy rain associated with thunderstorms. At least 0.5 to 1.5 inches have fallen, and another 0.5 to 1.5 inches are expected.
The entire Northern Virginia region and surrounding areas are under a flood watch through late Tuesday night. According to the National Weather Service, moderate to heavy showers paired with thunderstorms will linger through late Tuesday, bringing overall rainfall amounts between 2 and 4 inches.
Forecasters are monitoring the chance of flooding from excess rainfall. Creeks, streams and other low-lying and flood-prone locations are at risk of flooding. Higher localized rainfall totals are possible along the eastern slopes of the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains.
With flooding risks, forecasters urge drivers to "turn around, don't drown" when encountering flooded roads. The National Weather Service says 6 inches of water could knock down an adult, 12 inches of rushing water can carry away a car, and 2 feet can carry away trucks and SUVs.
The region may stay soaked for more days this week. The Washington Post's Capital Weather Gang expects light showers Wednesday morning and scattered showers and thunderstorms Wednesday afternoon and evening.
On Thursday, a chance of scattered showers and a thunderstorm in the afternoon and evening could break through partly sunny or cloudy skies.
Friday brings party sunny conditions, but forecasters can't rule out scattered afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms. Some storms could become strong or severe. There are more chances of showers and thunderstorms Saturday before conditions clear up, and Sunday is slated to be mostly sunny.
Here's the full National Weather Service forecast based at Dulles International Airport in the coming days.
Tuesday: Showers. Patchy fog after 5 p.m. High near 68. Southeast wind 11 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100 percent. New precipitation amounts between three quarters and one inch possible. At night, showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Patchy fog between 4 a.m. and 5 a.m. Low around 62. East wind 7 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90 percent. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Wednesday: A chance of showers, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 2 p.m. High near 75. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. At night, showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 11 p.m., then a chance of showers. Low around 63. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Chance of precipitation is 80 percent.
Thursday: A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 2 p.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 80. Chance of precipitation is 40 percent. At night, a slight chance of thunderstorms before 8 p.m., then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 a.m. Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. Chance of precipitation is 30 percent.
Friday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8 a.m., then a chance of showers between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m., then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 84. Chance of precipitation is 50 percent. At night, a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Chance of precipitation is 40 percent.
Saturday: A chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 84. Chance of precipitation is 50 percent. At night, mostly clear, with a low around 62.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. At night, mostly clear, with a low around 58.
MANASSAS, VA — As the days are getting warmer, more people are heading outside to enjoy the beautiful weather and increasing number of events in Manassas. The summer is shaping up to have a packed lineup of events, from food festivals and cultural events to fireworks and a parade.While summer doesn't start until June 20, the season unofficially kicks off around Memorial Day weekend. A few of the early summer highlights will be the ...
MANASSAS, VA — As the days are getting warmer, more people are heading outside to enjoy the beautiful weather and increasing number of events in Manassas. The summer is shaping up to have a packed lineup of events, from food festivals and cultural events to fireworks and a parade.
While summer doesn't start until June 20, the season unofficially kicks off around Memorial Day weekend. A few of the early summer highlights will be the Equality Prince William Pride Festival, 4th Annual Manassas Park Chalk Festival, Manassas Railway Festival, Puerto Rican Festival and Manassas Bee Festival.
Around the Fourth of July, residents can expect returning favorites like the Celebrate America Independence Day in Manassas, City of Manassas Park 50th Anniversary & Independence Day Parade and Manassas Park Independence Firework Celebration.
There are also ongoing events like the International Food & Culture Festival, Northern Virginia Thai Street Food Festival, Manassas Farmers Market, Acoustic Tuesday Concerts at Harris Pavilion, First Friday
Below is a roundup of summer events around Manassas. If you have other events to add to this list, send an email to [email protected]. You can also post your own events on the Patch calendar by signing up for an account.
MANASSAS, Va. – Manassas leaders agreed Monday night to keep the city’s tax rate steady for the upcoming fiscal year, despite calls from some on the City Council to lower it and give homeowners a break.While the tax rate isn’t changing, rising property values mean most homeowners will still see bigger tax bills when they arrive later this year.The council voted 5-1 to hold the real estate tax rate at $1.26 per $100 of assessed value, the same rate residents paid last year. That rate, combined ...
MANASSAS, Va. – Manassas leaders agreed Monday night to keep the city’s tax rate steady for the upcoming fiscal year, despite calls from some on the City Council to lower it and give homeowners a break.
While the tax rate isn’t changing, rising property values mean most homeowners will still see bigger tax bills when they arrive later this year.
The council voted 5-1 to hold the real estate tax rate at $1.26 per $100 of assessed value, the same rate residents paid last year. That rate, combined with increased property assessments across the city, is expected to raise the average annual tax bill by about $406, according to city budget documents.
Councilwoman Theresa Coates Ellis cast the lone “no” vote, pushing for at least a 7-cent rate cut to keep bills flat. Councilwomen Sonia Vasquez Luna and Ashley Hutson also voiced interest in a smaller cut but ultimately voted to keep the rate unchanged.
“I just want to make sure that you feel heard,” Vasquez Luna told residents during the meeting. “We all want to reduce the financial burden on families. But high-quality services come at a cost.”
Council members supporting the flat rate pointed to growing costs for schools, police, fire services, and city workers. The adopted budget includes:
Vice Mayor Mark D. Wolfe defended the decision, noting that Manassas still has lower average tax bills and utility rates than most of Northern Virginia, even with the increase.
“You can’t have a great community with shrinking resources,” Wolfe said. “This budget invests in public safety, education, infrastructure, and quality of life.”
The council also unanimously approved keeping the personal property tax rate at $3.60 per $100, applying the same rate to data center computer equipment for the first time. Council members noted that this move brings Manassas in line with Prince William County’s rates but keeps small business equipment taxed at a lower $2.15 per $100.
Several residents urged the council to cut more, pointing to the strain of inflation and rising living costs. Others raised concerns about the city’s long-term reliance on new development and data centers to balance its budget.
The city will hold a public hearing on the full budget June 2, with a final vote scheduled for June 9.
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