A Better Solution In Home Care, our mission is simple:
Better Service. Better Care. Better Life. Proudly serving San Diego County since 2000
619-585-9011
We provide professional caregiving services that support dignity, independence, and peace of mind. Where the quality of our caregivers is matched only by the dedication of our staff, specifically suited to be the solution for all of your Nursing needs
Selling Franchise Territories accross the United States.
02/24/2026
🏠What happens after discharge?
For many families, the first few days at home are the hardest.
Suddenly:
• The bathroom feels farther away
• Beds and furniture feel lower
• Mobility is limited
• Medications may have changed
• Confusion and fatigue set in
• You’re expected to manage it all at once
If you’re worried about a loved one after returning home from the hospital or rehab—you’re not alone. Having support in place during those first critical days can prevent falls, setbacks, and unnecessary stress.
📞 Call 619-585-9011 to ensure home care is in place before discharge.
02/19/2026
Caregiver of the Month Spotlight 🌟
Join us in celebrating our Caregiver of the Month, Veronica!
Veronica consistently goes above and beyond to provide compassionate, dependable care to every client she serves. Her kindness, professionalism, and dedication truly make a difference in the lives of the families we support. Whether it’s offering a helping hand, a listening ear, or a warm smile, Veronica represents the heart of what quality home care should be.
At A Better Solution In Home Care, our mission is simple: Better Service. Better Care. Better Life. Veronica lives this mission every day through her commitment, reliability, and genuine passion for helping others.
Thank you, Veronica, for the incredible impact you make — we’re proud to have you on our team!
02/18/2026
🎉 February is National Senior Independence Month
Independence doesn’t always mean doing everything alone.
For many seniors, it means having the right support at the right time.
Caregiver support can help your loved one:
✔️ Stay active and mobile safely
✔️ Build confidence through daily routines
✔️ Reduce fall risk
✔️ Support meals, hydration, and energy
✔️ Recover safely after illness or rehab
✔️ Remain independent—right where they live
Sometimes the most loving thing you can do is add support, not take independence away.
📞 Call 619-585-9011 to talk through care options.
02/14/2026
❤️ American Heart Month & Valentine’s Day
Care that’s good for the heart—because love shows up in everyday moments.
Caregiver support helps seniors stay heart-healthy by:
✔️ Encouraging gentle movement
✔️ Supporting heart-healthy meals & hydration
✔️ Reducing stress through routine & companionship
✔️ Helping with daily follow-through and safety
✔️ Providing extra support during recovery or health changes
Sometimes the best way to say “I love you” is helping the heart that took care of you stay healthy at home.
📞 Call 619-585-9011 to learn more about heart-healthy home care.
02/05/2026
🕰️ We specialize in 24-hour home care.
Many agencies can provide long hours.
Very few truly specialize in around-the-clock care.
Families often reach out when concerns include:
• Alzheimer’s or dementia
• Recent falls or hospitalization
• Chronic conditions needing close supervision
• Surgery or hospital recovery
• Caregiver burnout
• Nighttime confusion or wandering
• Declining safety while living alone
Our caregivers receive 24-hour-specific training, preparing them for overnight supervision, higher-acuity needs, and early risk detection—so your loved one can remain safe at home, day and night.
📞 Call 619-585-9011 to learn about 24-hour care options.
02/02/2026
🏥➡️🏡 The transition home after a hospital or rehab stay can feel overwhelming.
New routines. Medication changes. Mobility challenges.
Those first days matter—and having help in place can make all the difference.
Our Discharge Package includes:
✔️ In-home assessment
✔️ Tailored care plan
✔️ Medication reminders
✔️ Transportation home
✔️ Prescription pick-up
✔️ Personal care & light housekeeping
Support after discharge reduces stress, prevents setbacks, and gives families peace of mind when it matters most.
📞 Call 619-585-9011 to ensure care is in place before discharge.
01/29/2026
❄️ Winter Wellness Matters
Cold weather can be tougher on seniors—especially when dehydration, undernourishment, or illness come into play.
Our caregivers help break the winter wellness cycle with:
✔️ Healthy meals
✔️ Consistent routines
✔️ Symptom awareness
✔️ Rest support
✔️ Errands & transportation
Extra support during winter helps keep seniors safer, healthier, and comfortable at home.
📞 Call 619-585-9011 to learn how we can help this winter.
01/22/2026
💪 Need help for a loved one? We’re ready.
From mobility challenges and memory loss to diabetes support and more—our caregivers are trained to handle just about anything.
We train on 14 common senior health conditions so our caregivers can:
✔️ Support safer days at home
✔️ Spot changes early
✔️ Follow care plans the right way
📞 Call 619-585-9011 to speak with our care team today.
01/15/2026
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month
Vision changes can happen gradually—and even mild changes can increase safety risks at home.
Our caregivers help support independence with:
✔️ Safer mobility
✔️ Medication reminders
✔️ Transportation to eye appointments
✔️ Better lighting & home setup
✔️ Consistent routines that build confidence
With the right support, seniors can stay safe and independent at home—even as vision changes.
📞 Call 619-585-9011 to learn more about in-home support.
01/09/2026
🎉 It’s a New Year—and a great time to strengthen daily routines.
For many seniors, simple, consistent routines lead to:
✔️ Safer days
✔️ Better health
✔️ More confidence at home
Our caregivers provide support with:
• Personal care
• Healthy meals & hydration
• Medication reminders
• Light housekeeping
• Transportation & appointments
• Companionship
📞 Call 619-585-9011 to get started with in-home care support.
01/08/2026
🏥➡️🏡 The first 72 hours at home matter most.
Most hospital readmissions happen in the first few days after discharge. That’s why having the right support in place from day one can make all the difference.
Our caregivers help ease the transition home with:
✔️ Meals & hydration
✔️ Medication reminders
✔️ Follow-up appointments
✔️ Transportation
✔️ Safe daily routines
Starting support early helps keep loved ones safe, stable, and at home—where they belong.
📞 Call 619-585-9011 to learn how we can help during recovery.
05/26/2025
In memory, in gratitude, in honor.
This Memorial Day, we pause to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. At ABS, we’re proud to serve many veteran families—and we carry that privilege with humility and care.
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“Being the Best Senior Advocate We Can Be by Caring for those who made our lives possible, if the highest honor there is” L.Smith-Pratt
Selling Franchise Territories for Exceptional Home Care Owners Accross the United States.
Our Owner began her career as a Certified Nursing Assistant in 1988, working in Skilled Nursing Facilities. Her affinity for caring for seniors promoted her to go into private duty home care where she could care for seniors one on one. After over 10 years of learning the business and finding that agencies were not focused on the total needs of our seniors, L.Smith Created “A Better Solution In Home Care” in April 2000. Our agency began to assist other agencies by supplying them with highly trained and skilled caregivers, to support their client requests. In 2002 at the request of Hospice Social Workers, Smith began to accept her own private clients and became known as a full service agency with reasonable rates.
In 20016 Smith Certified her agency to accept Medicare, and provide a wide array of rehabilitative and nursing care.
In 2016 Smith also Franchised her Home Care Concept, with one of the most extensive training programs available to qualified individuals seeking a Home Care Business. As the Published Author of both, “The Home Care Bible” , “Aging With Dignity” and “Smart Steps to Big Dreams”(Business advice) available on Amazon, L. Smith Pratt continues to train individuals on Business growth by her Mentorship in the SCORE program, for business.
To own a senior care agency with A Better Solution In Home Care’s Founder Lia Smith, please visit us on line at: www.absihc.com and fill out our Franchise information form. Our Franchise System is a smaller Hand picked selection of owners who understand our core values, and have the drive and desire to become successful business owners.