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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 Bennett Place 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 Durham, NC 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 Sandy Creek 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 Nanas or visit Duke Homestead, 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 Durham, NC, 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 Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC 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.
North Carolina officials have terminated a jobs grant for a Durham-based power technology company, saying that the company failed to comply with reporting requirements tied to the economic incentive — one of several such cancellations this week tied to unusual compliance issues.Smart Wires Inc. in 2021 announced plans to move its headquarters from California to Durham &md...
North Carolina officials have terminated a jobs grant for a Durham-based power technology company, saying that the company failed to comply with reporting requirements tied to the economic incentive — one of several such cancellations this week tied to unusual compliance issues.
Smart Wires Inc. in 2021 announced plans to move its headquarters from California to Durham — a $21.5 million investment that was expected to create 250 high-paying jobs at the Durham office and a research-and-development facility over five years. To lure the energy-grid technology company at the time, the North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Economic Investment Committee approved a jobs grant worth about $2.8 million, to be paid to the company in installments if it met hiring and investment targets.
The company opened its headquarters in Durham in 2022 and had hired about 40 people when it opened. But on Tuesday, the committee canceled the company’s grant, saying it failed to file its 2023 annual report on its investment and hiring in the state. The report was due March 1, 2024, but the company missed that deadline and still hadn’t filed the report by the end of 2024, officials said. No grant payments had been made to Smart Wires, a department spokesperson said.
It was unclear how much money the company has invested or how many jobs it has since created in Durham. A spokesperson for the company didn’t respond to a request for comment.
Commerce officials enforce benchmarks and reporting requirements to ensure that the state’s grant dollars are being issued only to companies that make good on promises to invest and hire in the state. Even if a company meets its investment and hiring goals, the state can cancel economic incentives if a company fails to comply with reporting requirements.
And while it’s not unusual for the state to cancel incentives deals, it is rare for cancellations to be spurred by reporting failures. It’s more common for companies to request a cancellation of an incentives grant citing changes to business strategy or economic pressures.
Those don’t appear to be issues for Smart Wires. Last month, the company said it had raised $65 million in fresh funding to spur expansion in the face of increasing electricity demand from data centers that serve artificial intelligence applications.
Smart Wires was one of three companies to have grants canceled over what state officials described as a failure to report.
Commerce officials also canceled a grant worth up to $2 million for BestCo, a maker of over-the-counter drugs, vitamins and supplement products, which in 2022 promised to invest $177 million and create 394 jobs in Mooresville. The company also hadn’t filed its annual report, commerce officials said. The company didn’t immediately respond to a request for details on how much it had invested or how many people it had hired. No payments had been made as part of that grant, state officials said.
And a grant worth up to $1.2 million was canceled for Sunlight Batteries, which announced plans for a $40 million expansion that was expected to create at least 130 jobs in Mebane. It was also unclear how much the company had invested or how many jobs it had created as part of that plan. The company didn’t file its annual report, officials said. A company spokesperson didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment. No grant payments were made to the company, state officials said.
Commerce officials also terminated a grant worth up to $11.8 million for Equitable Financial Life Insurance Co. on Tuesday after the company asked the state to kill the potential incentive tied to a Charlotte expansion.
In 2017, the company had pledged to invest about $18 million as part of a plan to add 550 jobs in Charlotte, where the company’s biggest physical facility as measured by headcount is located.
To meet the requirements of the grant, the company needed to create at least 495 new jobs by the end of 2023. But in a letter last month to state officials, executives said the company had missed the mark by about 95 jobs “due to larger strategic changes in our business and industry as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.”
“The company remains committed to both its workforce of over 1,000 employees and physical operations in North Carolina — as evidenced by the over $35 million of investments it has made, and continues to make, in its Charlotte facility,” Jeffrey J. Hurd, Equitable’s chief operating officer, said in a Jan. 17 letter to state officials.
A Durham County veterinary practice is about to break ground on a new, $10 million facility just a couple of miles from its current location.Bahama Road Veterinary Hospital, which began in 1983 at Quail Roost Farm, will be renamed to Bahama Veterinary Medical Center with the opening of the new location on a 28-acre property at the intersection of North Roxboro Road and Snow Hill Road.“We moved off Quail Roost Farm t...
A Durham County veterinary practice is about to break ground on a new, $10 million facility just a couple of miles from its current location.
Bahama Road Veterinary Hospital, which began in 1983 at Quail Roost Farm, will be renamed to Bahama Veterinary Medical Center with the opening of the new location on a 28-acre property at the intersection of North Roxboro Road and Snow Hill Road.
“We moved off Quail Roost Farm to our current location in 2007 because we had outgrown the space. We, over the last 18 to 20 years, have again outgrown our space,” Chris Konvalinka, a veterinarian and hospital co-owner, told The News & Observer in a phone interview.
Planning for the move began a few years ago, said Konvalinka, who graduated from the North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1992.
“This area is expanding, and the community is growing. The pet population is growing, and we’ve been fortunate enough to grow with it,” Konvalinka said.
The brand new, 15,000-square-foot facility will allow Bahama to offer new medical services to its clients and provide plenty of amenities for staff and pet owners.
“We’re really excited about the design and some of the aspects of the new hospital,” Konvalinka said.
The official groundbreaking for the new hospital is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 21.
Construction is expected to be completed in December 2025.
The practice owners haven’t decided yet what to do with the current facility, which is at 101 Bahama Road.
“There may be a possibility that we’re doing veterinary medicine in both locations,” Konvalinka said.
Several new businesses focused on caring for the Triangle’s furry friends have opened since last year.
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A Durham Public Schools student stood before the school board this week to share some of their worst nightmares.“Imagine being a student, just like me, trying to focus on a math problem or history lesson while constantly worrying that your family might not be there when you get home,” the high school student said. “Imagine the fear of watching classmates or friends disappear, their seats left empty, their futures uncertain.”The ...
A Durham Public Schools student stood before the school board this week to share some of their worst nightmares.
“Imagine being a student, just like me, trying to focus on a math problem or history lesson while constantly worrying that your family might not be there when you get home,” the high school student said. “Imagine the fear of watching classmates or friends disappear, their seats left empty, their futures uncertain.”
The mass deportations promised by President Donald Trump have many living in fear, the student said.
“How can we truly feel safe when there’s the threat of ICE entering our schools?”
Around the same time, Durham Public Schools shared an email with families promising an “inclusive, welcoming” environment for immigrant students.
The district stopped short of saying it would bar immigration officers from entering schools.
A school’s principal will be “notified immediately” of an ICE visit, district spokesperson Crystal Roberts told The News & Observer.
She said administrators “have been appointed to serve as liaisons” between principals and the district’s attorneys, who will “provide legal guidance regarding compliance.”
In the email, Durham Public Schools said it does not ask for or maintain records of a child’s documentation status.
“Durham Public Schools is designed to serve as a safe space for every student,” the message said. “We are proud of our diverse community and will provide the necessary support for our scholars academically as well as socially and emotionally.”
Immigration raids at “sensitive” locations, like schools and churches, were prohibited by Immigration and Customs Enforcement policy until recently. The day after Trump assumed office, the Department of Homeland Security rescinded the 2011 policy protecting them.
ICE reported arresting over 5,500 people over the past seven days, nearly 800 a day and more than double the pace under the Biden administration.
A nationwide scare was sparked when Chicago Public Schools said ICE agents tried entering an elementary school last week.
They were actually Secret Service agents, the district later acknowledged. The Secret Service, which like ICE is housed in the Department of Homeland Security, said its agents were investigating a threat a student made amid the TikTok ban.
Former DPS Board of Education member Alexandra Valladares urged school officials to demand a warrant before allowing federal agents inside a school building.
“Families are really scared,” Valladares said. “Before anybody starts asking about Juan, Pedrito, Isabellita — No. They are our kids. — A warrant. Due process.”
This is the full message DPS shared with families:
“We understand that recent changes in federal immigration enforcement may create uncertainty and fear for DPS families, staff, and neighbors across our community. As we work extremely hard to quickly learn more, we want to provide assurances about what hasn’t changed.
Durham Public Schools will continue to provide every student, regardless of background, with a quality education in an inclusive, welcoming, and supportive environment. This is the right of each and every DPS scholar in our schools. We will also maintain and follow school safety protocols, district policies, as well as state and federal laws that protect the rights, safety, and dignity of each scholar.
Because we are committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and supportive environment for every student and family we serve, the following remains our promise:
Student Safety and Privacy are Protected.
The safety and well-being of our students is our top priority. Protections exist for student records and identifying information in those records under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Durham Public Schools will disclose confidential student information to immigration officials only as authorized or required by law.
Durham Public Schools Does Not Discriminate Based on Immigration Status.
Under the 1982 U.S. Supreme Court case Plyler v. Doe, it is unconstitutional to deny the benefits of public education to undocumented students. Durham Public Schools believes all children are equally deserving of a sound basic education and does not ask families for their immigration status or record that information in student records.
Support for Students is Unwavering. Durham Public Schools is designed to serve as a safe space for every student. We are proud of our diverse community and will provide the necessary support for our scholars academically as well as socially and emotionally. Our mission to embrace, educate, and empower every student to innovate, serve, and lead remains steadfast.
The below links include resources and services that may be helpful for families affected by evolving federal practices. Please be advised that these resources are external and independent of Durham Public Schools, and we do not manage, review, or control any of the information found at these links and are not responsible for their content. We encourage families to explore these resources on their own to assess their relevance and usefulness for their specific needs.
Supporting NC’s Immigrant Families (The Center on Immigration & Child Welfare Initiative)
National Immigration Legal Services Directory (Immigration Advocates Network)
Latin American Coalition (La Coalicion)
Together, we will continue to uphold our mission and ensure that DPS students and families feel valued and supported.”
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Mary Helen Moore covers Durham for The News & Observer. She grew up in Eastern North Carolina and attended UNC-Chapel Hill before spending several years working in newspapers in Florida. Outside of work, you might find her reading, fishing, baking, or going on walks (mainly to look at plants).
Government offices, businesses and restaurants around the Triangle have modified their hours with Tuesday, Jan. 21’s snowfall.By Wednesday, Jan. 22 morning, the National Weather Service’s map of snow accumulation reports showed about 1 inch in Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill, about 1.5 inches in Cary and 2 inches in Wendell that a weather watcher “measured on a snowboard,” T...
Government offices, businesses and restaurants around the Triangle have modified their hours with Tuesday, Jan. 21’s snowfall.
By Wednesday, Jan. 22 morning, the National Weather Service’s map of snow accumulation reports showed about 1 inch in Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill, about 1.5 inches in Cary and 2 inches in Wendell that a weather watcher “measured on a snowboard,” The News & Observer previously reported.
Expect slick conditions on the roads, and be extra careful getting around.
January 22, 2025 5:00 AM
If you’re planning on visiting government offices or parks, use this list, which will be updated, to make sure they’re open before heading out.
? Town of Apex facilities, including offices, the community center, senior center, Halle Cultural Arts Center and parks, will open at 10 a.m. Jan. 23.
? Durham city facilities will open at 10 a.m. Jan. 23.
? Durham County Library locations open at 11 a.m. Jan. 23.
? Durham County offices will open at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 23.
? Town of Holly Springs offices and facilities, including Town Hall and the Hunt and Cultural Centers, plan to open at 8 a.m. Jan. 23. Parks and recreation facilities are expected to open at 8 a.m. Jan. 23.
? Franklin County government offices will open at 10 a.m. Jan. 23.
? Garner town offices and facilities will open at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 23. Parks will remain closed until further notice.
? The Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Celebration in Wake Forest, originally scheduled for Jan. 23, has been rescheduled to Jan. 30.
? Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources facilities will close at 5 p.m. Jan. 22 and resume at noon Jan. 23.
? The City of Sanford’s administrative offices open at 11 a.m. Jan. 23.
? Wake County facilities will open at 10 a.m. Jan. 23.
? Northern Wake Senior Center and Meals on Wheels in Wake Forest will open Jan. 23 at 10 a.m.
? The Zebulon Parks & Recreation Department Community Center will open at 10 a.m. Jan. 23.
See more details about school delays and closures here.
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This story was originally published January 21, 2025 at 5:12 PM.
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