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Elderly Care for James Kelly

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James Kelly
Aug 6, 2019
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Always Best Care Seniors Services provide the personal touch in-home care! From our initial call inquiring about services, to meeting the owner Jim Smeaton to discuss our unique family needs, to the caring...View Full Testimonial
-James Kelly,

Elderly Care for James Kelly

Always Best Care Seniors Services provide the personal touch in-home care! From our initial call inquiring about services, to meeting the owner Jim Smeaton to discuss our unique family needs, to the caring compassionate and understanding caregivers we are thoroughly impressed. Its such a relief knowing our loved ones are receiving the care they deserve.

-James Kelly,
In-home Care for Bob Cramer

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Bob Cramer
Aug 11, 2018
Google

The caregivers of your organization have been most helpful in both advancing my recovery (since I was incapacitated by significant medical issues and repeated hospitalizations that began in October 2017) and providing ongoing care for...View Full Testimonial
-Bob Cramer,

In-home Care for Bob Cramer

The caregivers of your organization have been most helpful in both advancing my recovery (since I was incapacitated by significant medical issues and repeated hospitalizations that began in October 2017) and providing ongoing care for Robbie's special needs as well as his advancing Alzheimer's. We greatly appreciate the caregivers' thoughtful and efficient help to both Robbie and myself throughout this challenging time. I was very pleased with how quickly you were able to respond to our need for help last October and found that your personnel were easily compatible with Robbie, me, and our family. Your employees have meshed well with the household and our personal routines, to the point that some have almost become like part of the family. I thank you all for the wonderful help provided through your organization

-Bob Cramer,
Home Care Services for Kelly Husk

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Kelly Husk
Sep 26, 2017
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Dear Jim: Thank you so much for helping my Mom with her care in the evenings. Your company was great to deal with and I will recommend you all to anyone I know who needs...View Full Testimonial
-Kelly Husk,

Home Care Services for Kelly Husk

Dear Jim: Thank you so much for helping my Mom with her care in the evenings. Your company was great to deal with and I will recommend you all to anyone I know who needs extra special care. Thank you for all your help.

-Kelly Husk,
Non-medical Home Care for Moose Penfold

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Moose Penfold
Sep 25, 2018
Facebook

Service from Jim Smeaton and his team of caring and competent caregivers exceed all expectations. Simply the best....View Full Testimonial
-Moose Penfold,

Non-medical Home Care for Moose Penfold

Service from Jim Smeaton and his team of caring and competent caregivers exceed all expectations. Simply the best.

-Moose Penfold,
Personal Senior Care for Gena Cruse

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Gena Cruse
Sep 8, 2019
Google

Always Best Care has a very compassionate staff. Jim goes above and beyond to ensure the safety and care of your loved one. We have used this home care several times. They will...View Full Testimonial
-Gena Cruse,

Personal Senior Care for Gena Cruse

Always Best Care has a very compassionate staff. Jim goes above and beyond to ensure the safety and care of your loved one. We have used this home care several times. They will always do what they can to accommodate their clients needs. I would recommend this Home Care to anyone that is in need of a dependable, compassionate, outgoing home care service.Congratulations to the Small Business of the Quarter for Q1: Always Best Care Senior Services! Each year, the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce, through the support ofAnderson Ellis (left) with Van Winkle Law Firm presents the Small Business of the Quarter Award to Jim Smeaton (right), owner - Always Best Care Senior ServicesVan Winkle Law Firm, awards the Small Business of the Quarter Award to four area, for-profit businesses who are Members of the Chamber, have been in business for three or more years, are active in the Chamber and community, and have made outstanding contributions for the betterment of Henderson County. Of the four quarterly winners, one will be selected as the Small Business of the Year. The Chamber recently presented Jim Smeaton, owner of Always Best Care Senior Services with the award for the first Quarter of 2019. Jim is an active Member of the Chamber - participating in the Retirement Industry Group and the Leads South group. He also participated in the inaugural Business Accelerator Program in 2018. Jim has been honored through the Chamber as the 2018 Business Plan Contest winner and has received multiple Blue Ridge Business Growth Awards. Jim's service and participation extends from just the Chamber to the community at large. He is a member of the Fletcher Area Business Association (FABA) and the Henderson County Falls Prevention Coalition. He serves on the board of the Henderson County Council on Aging, and Aging Projects, dedicating time and resources to promoting and ensuring dignity in aging for Henderson County. Congratulations to Jim and his team at Always Best Care Senior Services!

-Gena Cruse,
Home Care for Tammy Mitchell

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Tammy Mitchell
Oct 31, 2018
Google

We would like to express our appreciation and thanks for the in-home care that Always Best Care is providing our parents. You have guided us through this very difficult time and have helped us deal...View Full Testimonial
-Tammy Mitchell,

Home Care for Tammy Mitchell

We would like to express our appreciation and thanks for the in-home care that Always Best Care is providing our parents. You have guided us through this very difficult time and have helped us deal with my mother’s illness and her inability to care for my dad. Your caregivers are very capable and caring, and your staff is competent and thorough. We believe this makes your company invaluable to families with loved ones in need of assistance. We would recommend Always Best Care to anybody in search of quality care for their loved one. Thank you for all you and your staff do

-Tammy Mitchell,
Senior Care Services for Mark W. Neville, MDiv

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Mark W. Neville, MDiv
Aug 6, 2019
Google

I’ve known Jim Smeaton and his company for several years. His energetic and genuinely caring spirit inspires Always Best Care which has an excellent reputation for always providing the best home care for it's clients....View Full Testimonial
-Mark W. Neville, MDiv,

Senior Care Services for Mark W. Neville, MDiv

I’ve known Jim Smeaton and his company for several years. His energetic and genuinely caring spirit inspires Always Best Care which has an excellent reputation for always providing the best home care for it's clients. If your loved one needs support in living independently at home, you can't go wrong with Always Best Care.

-Mark W. Neville, MDiv,
In-home Caregiver for Gena Cruse

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Gena Cruse
Aug 17, 2019
Google

Always Best Care has a very compassionate staff. Jim goes above and beyond to ensure the safety and care of your loved one. We have used this home care several times. They will...View Full Testimonial
-Gena Cruse,

In-home Caregiver for Gena Cruse

Always Best Care has a very compassionate staff. Jim goes above and beyond to ensure the safety and care of your loved one. We have used this home care several times. They will always do what they can to accommodate their clients needs. I would recommend this Home Care to anyone that is in need of a dependable, compassionate, outgoing home care service. Congratulations to the Small Business of the Quarter for Q1: Always Best Care Senior Services! Each year, the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce, through the support of Anderson Ellis (left) with Van Winkle Law Firm presents the Small Business of the Quarter Award to Jim Smeaton (right), owner - Always Best Care Senior Services Van Winkle Law Firm, awards the Small Business of the Quarter Award to four area, for-profit businesses who are Members of the Chamber, have been in business for three or more years, are active in the Chamber and community, and have made outstanding contributions for the betterment of Henderson County. Of the four quarterly winners, one will be selected as the Small Business of the Year. The Chamber recently presented Jim Smeaton, owner of Always Best Care Senior Services with the award for the first Quarter of 2019. Jim is an active Member of the Chamber - participating in the Retirement Industry Group and the Leads South group. He also participated in the inaugural Business Accelerator Program in 2018. Jim has been honored through the Chamber as the 2018 Business Plan Contest winner and has received multiple Blue Ridge Business Growth Awards. Jim's service and participation extends from just the Chamber to the community at large. He is a member of the Fletcher Area Business Association (FABA) and the Henderson County Falls Prevention Coalition. He serves on the board of the Henderson County Council on Aging, and Aging Projects, dedicating time and resources to promoting and ensuring dignity in aging for Henderson County. Congratulations to Jim and his team at Always Best Care Senior Services!

-Gena Cruse,
Personal Care Services for Kevin McDade

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Kevin McDade
May 9, 2017
Google

ABC provides excellent care to all of their clients. Jim Smeaton's passion for what he does is strikingly evident. The care given to allow a senior to stay at home instead of moving to assisted...View Full Testimonial
-Kevin McDade,

Personal Care Services for Kevin McDade

ABC provides excellent care to all of their clients. Jim Smeaton's passion for what he does is strikingly evident. The care given to allow a senior to stay at home instead of moving to assisted living is life changing. If you want dependable people who are committed to quality, look no further!

-Kevin McDade,
Senior Caregiver for Lupita Cruz

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Lupita Cruz
Sep 14, 2018
Google

We called Jim for extra help, and within 10 minutes was at our door. His staff of nurses are caring and compassionate, go above and beyond to provide quality care....View Full Testimonial
-Lupita Cruz,

Senior Caregiver for Lupita Cruz

We called Jim for extra help, and within 10 minutes was at our door. His staff of nurses are caring and compassionate, go above and beyond to provide quality care.

-Lupita Cruz,
In-home Care Services for Mary Helmer Steiner

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Mary Helmer Steiner
Nov 29, 2018
Facebook

Great place to work, wonderful people!...View Full Testimonial
-Mary Helmer Steiner,

In-home Care Services for Mary Helmer Steiner

Great place to work, wonderful people!

-Mary Helmer Steiner,
Non-medical Caregiver for R. Muncaster

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R. Muncaster
Sep 26, 2017
Website

Jim, Thank you for your kind words. While this is a very emotional time coping with his loss, we are comforted knowing he is no longer in pain and suffering. Dad is in a better...View Full Testimonial
-R. Muncaster,

Non-medical Caregiver for R. Muncaster

Jim, Thank you for your kind words. While this is a very emotional time coping with his loss, we are comforted knowing he is no longer in pain and suffering. Dad is in a better place and we are grateful for that. He will be very missed. I want to reiterate our appreciation for you, April and everyone who assisted with his care. It was a blessing for my dad and our family having your team provide the assistance he needed with compassion, integrity and professionalism. Having never been through this type of situation, I was uneducated as to toll it takes on the patient as well as the family. Thank you for what you gave to my dad, us and continue to provide to so many others. No words can express how appreciative we are. I will be sharing my ABC experience whenever possible. Sincerely, ~ R. Muncaster

-R. Muncaster,
Home Caregiver for Margie Marsh

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Margie Marsh
Jul 8, 2016
Caring

You all have been great. Lindsay was fantastic caring for my husband (and me)! She is a keeper....View Full Testimonial
-Margie Marsh,

Home Caregiver for Margie Marsh

You all have been great. Lindsay was fantastic caring for my husband (and me)! She is a keeper.

-Margie Marsh,
In Home Senior Care for Irma Grimm

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Irma Grimm
Sep 26, 2017
Website

Dear Jim: I would like to take a few minutes to let you and your staff know just how much each of you have meant to me and my family. Let me start by telling...View Full Testimonial
-Irma Grimm,

In Home Senior Care for Irma Grimm

Dear Jim: I would like to take a few minutes to let you and your staff know just how much each of you have meant to me and my family. Let me start by telling you how we became acquainted with your company. My husband and I were leaving for a long-planned trip to Ireland in August, 2014; and a few days before departure, my step-dad had a stroke. Since his son came down to Arden to be with his dad, we decided to continue with our trip. Unfortunately, my step-dad's son could not remain with our parents. So, my son from Florida came up to Arden to take care of my mother and step-dad until we returned from our trip. Shortly after my return, I went down to Arden to see how they were doing. It was then that I realized they could not be alone on a regular basis and began searching and researching organizations that provide in-home care. I talked with Dr. Early, my mother and step-dad's family physician; and he recommended that I talk with your company. After talking with you and obtaining recommendations from friends in the area, I felt that I had found the solution. I began working with one of your Case Managers, and we soon had a plan in place that worked perfectly for my mother and step-dad. Finding the right care-giver took a little more time; but when my parents were introduced to Danielle, they had their care-giver. Danielle became like a family member, and I no longer had to worry about medical appointments, medications, grocery shopping, and all the other areas of everyday family living that they could no longer handle. Danielle was there, and she stepped in and fulfilled every need that surfaced. When my step-dad passed away, Danielle stayed with my mother until I could get there. She made sure mother had everything she needed and was cared for until I could arrive. Danielle has always gone above and beyond the call-of-duty. In closing, Jim, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to you and your entire staff for stepping in and solving a very difficult and stressful situation for my family, as well as me. I want you to know, too, that I would highly recommend Always Best Care to anyone in need of in-home services like those that you provide. As the name of your company suggests, care can't get any better!! Sincerely, ~Irma Grimm, State College, PA

-Irma Grimm,
Senior Care for Michelle N.

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Michelle N.
Dec 4, 2016
Google

Wonderful ! Thank you so much for the care Always Best Care is providing for my mom. The break you provide me and my family from the daily caregiving tasks we have been doing has...View Full Testimonial
-Michelle N.,

Senior Care for Michelle N.

Wonderful ! Thank you so much for the care Always Best Care is providing for my mom. The break you provide me and my family from the daily caregiving tasks we have been doing has been wonderful and has allowed us to spend more QUALITY time with her. It has also been a nice change for mom in that Donna and Linda are new and different people for her. They are both wonderful, caring and compassionate people and we couldn’t be more pleased.

-Michelle N.,
Elderly Care for Alice Gilessen

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Alice Gilessen
Sep 9, 2016
Google

Thank you for your excellent service. Your caregiverswere wonderful....View Full Testimonial
-Alice Gilessen,

Elderly Care for Alice Gilessen

Thank you for your excellent service. Your caregiverswere wonderful.

-Alice Gilessen,
In-home Care for Paula Bakule

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Paula Bakule
Sep 26, 2017
Website

To Whom It May Concern: A pretty confusing experience is to be faced with the necessity of finding home-based round-the-clock care for a loved one newly released from the hospital. We were connected to Always...View Full Testimonial
-Paula Bakule,

In-home Care for Paula Bakule

To Whom It May Concern: A pretty confusing experience is to be faced with the necessity of finding home-based round-the-clock care for a loved one newly released from the hospital. We were connected to Always Best Care through the Smokey Mountain Rehabilitation Center a few days prior to my father's discharge from that facility. As of today, my father has received 22 weeks of continuous, round-the-clock home care from caregivers provided through Always Best Care. We are quite satisfied with the consistency of care and especially with the responsible and sensitive work ethic of the caregiving staff. Over the weeks of our family experience with Always Best Care, we found that the most important activity is for family members to communicate openly and frequently with the management of Always Best Care concerning the inevitable and unforeseeable changes and problems that crop up in home care. Every time we have asked for assistance with what seems like a problem on our end, we have received a timely and satisfying response from Jim Smeaton, who owns and operates Always Best Care. Having a rotating and changing caregiving staff was an experience we found difficult at first, but as time has gone by, we have found some advantages to having a rotating staff. It prevents burn-out and exhaustion in caregivers and in family members also. It also gives us the opportunity to see my father from the many different perspectives of the people involved in his care. We seem to have learned something new and helpful from every person who cares for my father, so as of now, we believe that Always Best Care has provided my father with a safe, consistently reliable way to remain in his own home following an age-related, serious decline in health. ~ Paula Bakule, Hendersonville, NC

-Paula Bakule,
Home Care Services for Margie Marsh

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Margie Marsh
Sep 26, 2017
Website

Jim, Thanks for the kind message. You all have been great. Lindsay was fantastic caring for my husband (and me)! She is a keeper....View Full Testimonial
-Margie Marsh,

Home Care Services for Margie Marsh

Jim, Thanks for the kind message. You all have been great. Lindsay was fantastic caring for my husband (and me)! She is a keeper.

-Margie Marsh,
Non-medical Home Care for Linda Carlson

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Linda Carlson
Sep 26, 2017
Website

Dear Jim: We would like to express our appreciation and thanks for the in-home care that Always Best Care is providing our parents. You have guided us through this very difficult time and have helped...View Full Testimonial
-Linda Carlson,

Non-medical Home Care for Linda Carlson

Dear Jim: We would like to express our appreciation and thanks for the in-home care that Always Best Care is providing our parents. You have guided us through this very difficult time and have helped us deal with my mother's illness and her inability to care for my dad. Your caregivers are very capable and caring, and your staff is competent and thorough. We believe this makes your company invaluable to families with loved ones in need of assistance. We would recommend Always Best Care to anybody in search of quality care for their loved one. Thank you for all you and your staff do.

-Linda Carlson,
Personal Senior Care for Mangle Fox

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Mangle Fox
Sep 26, 2018
Google

We called Jim for extra help, and within 10 minutes was at our door. His staff of nurses are caring and compassionate, go above and beyond to provide quality care....View Full Testimonial
-Mangle Fox,

Personal Senior Care for Mangle Fox

We called Jim for extra help, and within 10 minutes was at our door. His staff of nurses are caring and compassionate, go above and beyond to provide quality care.

-Mangle Fox,
Home Care for Susan Murphy

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Susan Murphy
Jul 8, 2016
Caring

We would like to express our appreciation and thanks for the in-home care that Always Best Care is providing our parents. You have guided us through this very difficult time and have helped us deal...View Full Testimonial
-Susan Murphy,

Home Care for Susan Murphy

We would like to express our appreciation and thanks for the in-home care that Always Best Care is providing our parents. You have guided us through this very difficult time and have helped us deal with my mother’s illness and her inability to care for my dad. Your caregivers are very capable and caring, and your staff is competent and thorough. We believe this makes your company invaluable to families with loved ones in need of assistance. We would recommend Always Best Care to anybody in search of quality care for their loved one. Thank you for all you and your staff do

-Susan Murphy,
Senior Care Services for Cheryl Banasik

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Cheryl Banasik
Sep 26, 2017
Website

I just wanted to send a quick note to Thank you for the care ABC is providing my father. Your team truly provides the Best Care and I am extremely satisfied with ABC. As you...View Full Testimonial
-Cheryl Banasik,

Senior Care Services for Cheryl Banasik

I just wanted to send a quick note to Thank you for the care ABC is providing my father. Your team truly provides the Best Care and I am extremely satisfied with ABC. As you know, my father is often not easy to deal with but your team of caregiver's are very professional, patient and caring and has been wonderful with him. I have noticed a very positive change in my father's spirit which has been wonderful to see. Thank you so much for the wonderful work you and your team do.

-Cheryl Banasik,
In-home Caregiver for Moose77

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Moose77
Sep 25, 2018
Caring

Great service from caring people. They exceeded every expectation. Incredible attitude from very competent people....View Full Testimonial
-Moose77,

In-home Caregiver for Moose77

Great service from caring people. They exceeded every expectation. Incredible attitude from very competent people.

-Moose77,
Personal Care Services for Cynthia Madden

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Cynthia Madden
May 9, 2017
Google

Jim Smeaton is compassionate & caring. He truly wants to help you and your loved ones have the best care....View Full Testimonial
-Cynthia Madden,

Personal Care Services for Cynthia Madden

Jim Smeaton is compassionate & caring. He truly wants to help you and your loved ones have the best care.

-Cynthia Madden,
Senior Caregiver for David Reiff

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David Reiff
Aug 9, 2017
Google

Jim is awesome, so helpful and on it when you need him!! Highly recommend this group...View Full Testimonial
-David Reiff,

Senior Caregiver for David Reiff

Jim is awesome, so helpful and on it when you need him!! Highly recommend this group

-David Reiff,

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Testimonials

Elderly Care for James Kelly

Elderly Care for James Kelly

In-home Care for Bob Cramer

In-home Care for Bob Cramer

Home Care Services for Kelly Husk

Home Care Services for Kelly Husk

Non-medical Home Care for Moose Penfold

Non-medical Home Care for Moose Penfold

Personal Senior Care for Gena Cruse

Personal Senior Care for Gena Cruse

Home Care for Tammy Mitchell

Home Care for Tammy Mitchell

Senior Care Services for Mark W. Neville, MDiv

Senior Care Services for Mark W. Neville, MDiv

In-home Caregiver for Gena Cruse

In-home Caregiver for Gena Cruse

Personal Care Services for Kevin McDade

Personal Care Services for Kevin McDade

Senior Caregiver for Lupita Cruz

Senior Caregiver for Lupita Cruz

In-home Care Services for Mary Helmer Steiner

In-home Care Services for Mary Helmer Steiner

Non-medical Caregiver for R. Muncaster

Non-medical Caregiver for R. Muncaster

Home Caregiver for Margie Marsh

Home Caregiver for Margie Marsh

In Home Senior Care for Irma Grimm

In Home Senior Care for Irma Grimm

Senior Care for Michelle N.

Senior Care for Michelle N.

Elderly Care for Alice Gilessen

Elderly Care for Alice Gilessen

In-home Care for Paula Bakule

In-home Care for Paula Bakule

Home Care Services for Margie Marsh

Home Care Services for Margie Marsh

Non-medical Home Care for Linda Carlson

Non-medical Home Care for Linda Carlson

Personal Senior Care for Mangle Fox

Personal Senior Care for Mangle Fox

Home Care for Susan Murphy

Home Care for Susan Murphy

Senior Care Services for Cheryl Banasik

Senior Care Services for Cheryl Banasik

In-home Caregiver for Moose77

In-home Caregiver for Moose77

Personal Care Services for Cynthia Madden

Personal Care Services for Cynthia Madden

Senior Caregiver for David Reiff

Senior Caregiver for David Reiff

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