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Elderly Care for Gena Cruse

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Gena Cruse
Sep 8, 2019
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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,

Elderly 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,
In-home Care for Gena Cruse

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Gena Cruse
Aug 13, 2019
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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 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 Services for Jared Bellmund

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Jared Bellmund
Aug 6, 2019
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I've been a business peer of Jim Smeaton's at Always Best Care Senior Serivces for several years. Jim is one of my favorite leaders in the local buiness community. This is because of his ethical...View Full Testimonial
-Jared Bellmund,

Home Care Services for Jared Bellmund

I've been a business peer of Jim Smeaton's at Always Best Care Senior Serivces for several years. Jim is one of my favorite leaders in the local buiness community. This is because of his ethical and service-oriented mindset. I have seen first hand that Always Best Care, who specialize in providing personalized, in-home care for seniors, is the best way to keep your loved ones independent and safe in the comfort of their own home in order to maximize their quality of life. Thank you Jim & team for all you do for our community!

-Jared Bellmund,
Non-medical Home Care 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,

Non-medical Home Care 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,
Personal Senior Care for Lisa Kauffman

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Lisa Kauffman
Aug 6, 2019
Google

I'm so happy to have such a professional and reliable agency that I can refer my caregivers to and know that they will receive the service they need to assist with the care of their...View Full Testimonial
-Lisa Kauffman,

Personal Senior Care for Lisa Kauffman

I'm so happy to have such a professional and reliable agency that I can refer my caregivers to and know that they will receive the service they need to assist with the care of their loved ones with dementia,

-Lisa Kauffman,
Home 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,

Home 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,
Senior Care Services for Nate Rhodes

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Nate Rhodes
Aug 6, 2019
Google

Great home care agency who really cares about their clients. Highly recommended....View Full Testimonial
-Nate Rhodes,

Senior Care Services for Nate Rhodes

Great home care agency who really cares about their clients. Highly recommended.

-Nate Rhodes,
In-home Caregiver for Rita Hadley

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Rita Hadley
May 22, 2019
Website

Thank you for your sensitive, caring, and professional care you provided for our loved one. Particularly we were impressed and touched by Barbara, Dareika, Brenda, Joanna, Hattie, and Ashley. You made an intolerable time bearable...View Full Testimonial
-Rita Hadley,

In-home Caregiver for Rita Hadley

Thank you for your sensitive, caring, and professional care you provided for our loved one. Particularly we were impressed and touched by Barbara, Dareika, Brenda, Joanna, Hattie, and Ashley. You made an intolerable time bearable for our family. Thank you again.

-Rita Hadley,
Personal Care Services for Mary Helmer Steiner

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Mary Helmer Steiner
Nov 29, 2018
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Great place to work, wonderful people!...View Full Testimonial
-Mary Helmer Steiner,

Personal Care Services for Mary Helmer Steiner

Great place to work, wonderful people!

-Mary Helmer Steiner,
Senior Caregiver 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,

Senior Caregiver 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,
In-home Care Services for Matt Breston

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Matt Breston
Oct 6, 2018
Google

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

In-home Care Services for Matt Breston

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

-Matt Breston,
Non-medical Caregiver for Brad Lester

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Brad Lester
Oct 6, 2018
Google

Always Best Care was extremely dependable. They provided services to my guardian couple for several months. Their service was 24/7. It included care for the couple, helping with meal preparation, house cleaning, timely doctor appointments,...View Full Testimonial
-Brad Lester,

Non-medical Caregiver for Brad Lester

Always Best Care was extremely dependable. They provided services to my guardian couple for several months. Their service was 24/7. It included care for the couple, helping with meal preparation, house cleaning, timely doctor appointments, etc. The caregivers were very nice to me as guardian as well as the couple I was responsible for. They kept me informed of changing situations and showed a great deal of interest in the couples health and living conditions. ABC was always very responsive to my requests. In fact, Jim Seaton, the owner, was the most engaged person I have ever met. He knew my couple well and often called me to discuss issues. He also personally visited the couple quite often.

-Brad Lester,
Home Caregiver 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,

Home Caregiver 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,
In Home Senior Care 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 Senior Care for Moose77

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

-Moose77,
Senior 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,

Senior Care for Moose Penfold

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

-Moose Penfold,
Elderly Care 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,

Elderly Care for Moose77

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

-Moose77,
In-home Care 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,

In-home Care 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,
Home Care Services 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,

Home Care Services 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,
Non-medical Home Care for Bob Cramer

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Bob Cramer
Aug 7, 2018
Website

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, Hendersonville NC

Non-medical 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, Hendersonville NC
Personal Senior Care for mikefarmer1

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mikefarmer1
Jun 22, 2018
Caring

Always Best Care was extremely dependable. They provided services to my guardian couple for several months. Their service was 24/7. It included care for the couple, helping with meal preparation, house cleaning, timely doctor appointments,...View Full Testimonial
-mikefarmer1,

Personal Senior Care for mikefarmer1

Always Best Care was extremely dependable. They provided services to my guardian couple for several months. Their service was 24/7. It included care for the couple, helping with meal preparation, house cleaning, timely doctor appointments, etc. The caregivers were very nice to me as guardian as well as the couple I was responsible for. They kept me informed of changing situations and showed a great deal of interest in the couples health and living conditions. ABC was always very responsive to my requests. In fact, Jim Seaton, the owner, was the most engaged person I have ever met. He knew my couple well and often called me to discuss issues. He also personally visited the couple quite often.

-mikefarmer1,
Home Care for mikefarmer1

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mikefarmer1
Jun 22, 2018
Caring

Always Best Care was extremely dependable. They provided services to my guardian couple for several months. Their service was 24/7. It included care for the couple, helping with meal preparation, house cleaning,...View Full Testimonial
-mikefarmer1,

Home Care for mikefarmer1

Always Best Care was extremely dependable. They provided services to my guardian couple for several months. Their service was 24/7. It included care for the couple, helping with meal preparation, house cleaning, timely doctor appointments, etc. The caregivers were very nice to me as guardian as well as the couple I was responsible for. They kept me informed of changing situations and showed a great deal of interest in the couples health and living conditions. ABC was always very responsive to my requests. In fact, Jim Seaton, the owner, was the most engaged person I have ever met. He knew my couple well and often called me to discuss issues. He also personally visited the couple quite often.

-mikefarmer1,
Senior Care Services for Karen Wolfrom

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Karen Wolfrom
Jun 2, 2018
Google

As a RN Aging Life Care Consultant professional I always try to locate and support high quality referral sources. I have been using Always Best Care for 3 years since re-locating to Western North Carolina....View Full Testimonial
-Karen Wolfrom,

Senior Care Services for Karen Wolfrom

As a RN Aging Life Care Consultant professional I always try to locate and support high quality referral sources. I have been using Always Best Care for 3 years since re-locating to Western North Carolina. I collaborate with them because they are professional, responsive, honest, and caring.

-Karen Wolfrom,
In-home Caregiver for Gladys M.

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Gladys M.
Feb 5, 2018
Website

Janice, thank you for all that Always Best Care has done for Mom. Irma Clayton and Daisy Smith are the very best. We became so attached to them and the wonderful way they treated Mom...View Full Testimonial
-Gladys M.,

In-home Caregiver for Gladys M.

Janice, thank you for all that Always Best Care has done for Mom. Irma Clayton and Daisy Smith are the very best. We became so attached to them and the wonderful way they treated Mom that it was very sad to tell them goodbye. I would be glad to give them a great reference if the need arises. And you have been great to work with in scheduling. Best of luck to ABC and its employees!

-Gladys M.,
Personal Care Services 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,

Personal Care Services 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,
Senior Caregiver for Jim Tyson

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Jim Tyson
Sep 26, 2017
Website

Dear Jim & Whitney: I have decided to terminate ABC's care-giving service effective September 5, 2014. If feasible, I wish to have Kathryn and / or Danielle, continue to Friday, September 5, but only for...View Full Testimonial
-Jim Tyson,

Senior Caregiver for Jim Tyson

Dear Jim & Whitney: I have decided to terminate ABC's care-giving service effective September 5, 2014. If feasible, I wish to have Kathryn and / or Danielle, continue to Friday, September 5, but only for a single shift from about 4:30 to about 8:30 p.m. As a result of Ann's death, their work, which was invaluable, is essentially complete. I note that their dedication and concerned treatment of Ann and of the Tyson household was not only meritorious and exemplary, it was magnificent. I thank you both, too, for your sympathetic approach to us. I dislike ending our business association but believe it best for me. If circumstances change and I need help, I know where to come. A personal note to you, Jim. You run a first-rate organization for which I am eternally grateful. Our meeting at the Laurels of Greentree Ridge was fortuitous to me. I thank you. Yours most sincerely, ~ Jim Tyson

-Jim Tyson,

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Testimonials

Elderly Care for Gena Cruse

Elderly Care for Gena Cruse

In-home Care for Gena Cruse

In-home Care for Gena Cruse

Home Care Services for Jared Bellmund

Home Care Services for Jared Bellmund

Non-medical Home Care for Mark W. Neville, MDiv

Non-medical Home Care for Mark W. Neville, MDiv

Personal Senior Care for Lisa Kauffman

Personal Senior Care for Lisa Kauffman

Home Care for James Kelly

Home Care for James Kelly

Senior Care Services for Nate Rhodes

Senior Care Services for Nate Rhodes

In-home Caregiver for Rita Hadley

In-home Caregiver for Rita Hadley

Personal Care Services for Mary Helmer Steiner

Personal Care Services for Mary Helmer Steiner

Senior Caregiver for Tammy Mitchell

Senior Caregiver for Tammy Mitchell

In-home Care Services for Matt Breston

In-home Care Services for Matt Breston

Non-medical Caregiver for Brad Lester

Non-medical Caregiver for Brad Lester

Home Caregiver for Mangle Fox

Home Caregiver for Mangle Fox

In Home Senior Care for Moose77

In Home Senior Care for Moose77

Senior Care for Moose Penfold

Senior Care for Moose Penfold

Elderly Care for Moose77

Elderly Care for Moose77

In-home Care for Lupita Cruz

In-home Care for Lupita Cruz

Home Care Services for Bob Cramer

Home Care Services for Bob Cramer

Non-medical Home Care for Bob Cramer

Non-medical Home Care for Bob Cramer

Personal Senior Care for mikefarmer1

Personal Senior Care for mikefarmer1

Home Care for mikefarmer1

Home Care for mikefarmer1

Senior Care Services for Karen Wolfrom

Senior Care Services for Karen Wolfrom

In-home Caregiver for Gladys M.

In-home Caregiver for Gladys M.

Personal Care Services for R. Muncaster

Personal Care Services for R. Muncaster

Senior Caregiver for Jim Tyson

Senior Caregiver for Jim Tyson

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