It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic The Bayou 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 Havre De Grace, MD 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 Millard Tydings Memorial 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 La Cucina or visit Rochambeau Plaza, 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 Havre De Grace, MD, 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 Havre De Grace, MD 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 Havre De Grace, MD 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.
HAVRE DE GRACE, Md. — Flames spread through the kitchen and firefighters contained the fire in just six minutes, but the damage was done and investigators believe these small three-cell batteries were the culprits.Watch as the Fire Marshal describes the dangers of these batteries“Immediately, the homeowner told investigators as soon as he arrived on the scene he believed he knew what the cause of the fire was and that was lithium-ion batteries,” said Master Sr. Deputy Fire Marshal Oliver Alkire, “These w...
HAVRE DE GRACE, Md. — Flames spread through the kitchen and firefighters contained the fire in just six minutes, but the damage was done and investigators believe these small three-cell batteries were the culprits.
Watch as the Fire Marshal describes the dangers of these batteries
“Immediately, the homeowner told investigators as soon as he arrived on the scene he believed he knew what the cause of the fire was and that was lithium-ion batteries,” said Master Sr. Deputy Fire Marshal Oliver Alkire, “These were just very three-cell that were used for remote control boats that he used while out on the Susquehanna.”
Over a two-year period, the State Fire Marshal’s Office says it’s now tracked 90 separate fires back to these batteries.
Just how common on these items?
“This is just within hand’s reach within my truck itself,” Alkire told us as he displayed several items for us, “This is just a small, little battery that would power the flashlight on our weapons. This is just a battery that would be used on our everyday flashlights.”
The batteries can be volatile if overcharged, overheated or damaged causing thermal runaway, which can lead them to catch fire or to explode.
“People just really underestimate the power of these small, little batteries,” said Alkire, “Those little tiny devices contain a lot of energy and when they fail, they fail.”
A year ago, an attempt to charge e-bikes with similar batteries caused a fire in Middle River, which left 14 people displaced.
Experts offer some advice on safety precautions you can take to keep from becoming the next victim.
“When you’re charging these devices, use the manufacturer’s cords that came with those devices,” said Alkire, “Don’t use aftermarket charging cords. What we also want you to see, if you can, if it’s possible, charge them within an area of your home, possibly like your garage, where there’s very limited source or available sources for the fire to spread, and once it’s done charging, remove it from the charging cord."
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Main Street is the lifeblood of any town or city, and Maryland offers a long list of vibrant communities brimming with character. Beyond the crowded streets of Baltimore, the Old Line State houses beautiful small towns with high-spirited downtown districts, where history, community, and commerce collide in a fun, social atmosphere. They present the perfect starting point for exploring the area, with a chance to discover historical landmarks, ...
Main Street is the lifeblood of any town or city, and Maryland offers a long list of vibrant communities brimming with character. Beyond the crowded streets of Baltimore, the Old Line State houses beautiful small towns with high-spirited downtown districts, where history, community, and commerce collide in a fun, social atmosphere. They present the perfect starting point for exploring the area, with a chance to discover historical landmarks, browse local businesses, and indulge in homegrown cuisine.
Additionally, the pedestrian-friendly configuration allows newcomers to move conveniently from one point of interest to another. Whether you want to shop for antiques along the rustic streets of Kensington or connect with the arts in Chestertown's old town district, these towns in Maryland have bustling Main Streets.
This beautiful municipality in western Maryland harbors a lively downtown district that seamlessly blends cultural venues, historical sites, shopping outlets, and dining joints. The pedestrian-friendly main street is home to the Cumberland Pedestrian Mall, a three-block establishment with a mix of shops, boutiques, eateries, and galleries. Stop by the Queen City Creamery Scoop Shop for a delicious ice cream or milkshake to calm your sweet cravings.
The Allegany Museum is a short walk off the main thoroughfare and invites newcomers to explore various artifacts about the town's history inside a Neo-Classical Revival building. Before leaving the neighborhood, spare a few hours to watch a live presentation at the Cumberland Theatre.
This community on the Choptank River is steeped in maritime heritage and colonial history. Its revitalized downtown district boasts many restaurants, shops, old homes, and art centers, overlooking the calm river waters. The Dorchester Center for the Arts is a significant draw along High Street, offering guests visual and performance art opportunities through exhibitions and events. Not far from this spot, you will come across the Richardson Maritime Museum, which is dedicated to chronicling centuries of the region's maritime history.
The Choptank River Lighthouse is perfectly visible from downtown Cambridge and stands out for its classic screwpile design. Besides being a postcard-worthy landmark, it reminds of the town's enduring heritage since it was erected in the 19th century.
Berlin is known for its always busy Berlin Commercial District, hosting an eclectic blend of restaurants, galleries, boutiques, antique shops, and other local businesses. The Berlin Main Street and Maryland Welcome Center offer first-timers a proper reception. It has all the information to fashion a perfect itinerary along the main avenue. This includes visiting the Calvin B. Taylor House to check out original furnishings and artifacts from the late 19th century.
Main Street also hosts the weekly Berlin Farmers Market, where guests can shop for unique products from over 50 local vendors. Lastly, don't forget to sample the delicious flavors at 410 Social Eatery & Barroom, which features tasty burgers and sandwiches.
Crisfield has a picturesque waterfront downtown district that spoils guests with unparalleled vistas of the Chesapeake Bay. The Eastern Shore town allows you to access the waters for a fun sail through the Tangier Island Cruises. Booking the trip will enable you to explore the downtown scenery from the water en route to the neighboring Tangier Island.
Meanwhile, the Crisfield Arts and Entertainment District is a delightful cultural hub with a vibrant community of creatives. It has a nice spot to watch exhibitions, listen to musicians, and watch street performers perfecting their craft. If you want a souvenir for your time in Crisfield, you can pass by The Bay Gift Vault and sort through its collection of accessories, decor items, jewelry, and more.
New Market is a historic municipality in Frederick County known for its wealth of antique shops. Its charming historic district hosts a mix of vintage homes and old buildings hinting at its enduring heritage. The Henkel House is a prominent landmark along the corridor and brings back memories of New Market in the 19th century. It was initially constructed in the early 1800s and played a role during the Civil War. Antique collectors are spoilt for choice in downtown New Market, with a chance to find unique treasures at Fleshman's Antiques.
Alternatively, The Village Potter sells beautiful ceramics that improve your home decor, jewelry, pottery, tableware, and other handcrafts. Also, you can find a nice green space to relax and breathe fresh air at the New Market Community Park.
Ocean City is one of the best small towns in Maryland, not just for its sunny weather and coastal scenery but also because of its lively downtown corridor. Main Street harbors the city's lifeblood, and tourists gather here to enjoy the stunning water vistas during lazy walks along the Ocean City Boardwalk. This adorable promenade hosts a variety of businesses, amusement parks, and more, resulting in an upbeat social setting. Thrill seekers can ride a roller coaster at Trimper Rides of Ocean City to enjoy themselves.
Elsewhere, Ripley's Believe It or Not! interests tourists with quirky exhibits and oddities that will have them questioning their thought process. Lastly, remember to explore the town's coastal heritage at the Ocean City Life-Saving Museum.
Havre de Grace's downtown region overlooks the beautiful confluence of the Chesapeake Bay and the Susquehanna River. Its pedestrian-friendly atmosphere allows visitors to explore local attractions comfortably. The Havre de Grace Promenade is one of the most popular escapes in the area and spoils newcomers with unprecedented views of the water. Meanwhile, the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum showcases a catalog of rare artifacts documenting the region's nautical history.
From downtown, you can't miss the imposing Friends-Concord Point Lighthouse, a stunning reminder of past maritime expeditions. Additionally, use the opportunity to taste great-tasting craft beers at Market Street Brewery.
Sykesville offers visitors from nearby D.C. and Baltimore a less crowded downtown atmosphere without diminishing the vibrancy. The town square harbors the Sykesville Historic District, where a collection of Victorian structures reminds newcomers of the town's long heritage. This includes The Town House, which was constructed for an Irish immigrant and his wife in the 1880s. Every Sunday from May through October, the Downtown Sykesville Farmers Market livens up the main street as dozens of farmers and vendors sell their baked goods, farm produce, and craft items.
Meanwhile, numerous pubs and diners in the area invite tourists to hang out and catch up during their free time. If you want something to eat, pop into EW Beck's Restaurant & Pub for delicious eats, draft beer, and creative cocktails.
Kensington is a charming village with a glowing heritage that shows throughout its Victorian downtown region. The main thoroughfare is named Antique Row and is lined with everything from boutiques and galleries to restaurants and souvenir shops. Design Emporium and Antiques is where visitors go to seek gift items to bring home. Elsewhere, art enthusiasts keep busy watching live presentations at the Kensington Arts Theatre. This popular hub hosts a lineup of musicals, dramas, and plays for the public's amusement.
Additionally, shoppers can find exciting opportunities during the weekly Kensington Farmers' Market. This welcoming gathering of area vendors and crafters offers an array of products and a chance to learn about local culture from personal interactions.
Chestertown is steeped in history, and you only need to stroll through its downtown district to notice this. The rustic corridor is dotted with Victorian storefronts and old buildings housing restaurants, galleries, museums, and local businesses. The Garfield Center for the Arts is a popular location along Main Street and serves as the regional hub for watching diverse theatrical performances. Downtown also presents visual art lovers with plenty of areas to browse local creations, including Chestertown RiverArts.
If you are interested in the community's longstanding heritage, the Historical Society of Kent County has resourceful information about it. Finally, one of the best times to experience Main Street Chestertown is during the Chestertown Tea Party Festival.
This St. Mary's County community is known for its vibrant Arts and Entertainment District, where a cluster of eateries, galleries, museums, shops, and boutiques culminate in a beehive of activities. The corridor seamlessly mixed the new with the old, and historians take a glimpse of the past years at the Old Jail Museum. This old sheriff's office was constructed in the 1870s. Shopaholics can find over 90 shops at Shepherd's Old Field Market for an immersive retail therapy session.
Also, Leonardtown's charming waterfront scenery lures vacationers with soothing moments on the quiet grounds of Leonardtown Wharf Park. The space is ideal for lazy picnics while soaking up sweeping panoramas of the Potomac River.
These bustling towns in Maryland demonstrate that you don't have to restrict yourself to the big cities to experience the state's urban flair in the United States. Their attraction-rich downtown areas and busy thoroughfares allow you to design a day-long itinerary around various points of interest in the small neighborhood. Whether you plan to enjoy the lively arts landscape in Cambridge or delve into Havre de Grace's rich maritime heritage, these lovely destinations offer an authentic feel of the Old Line State.
HAVRE DE GRACE, Md. — The State Theater, a historic landmark in the Havre de Grace community, will not be able to reopen, per the owners via Facebook.On the post, the owners said that the inability to reopen is 'out of their control.'The building was shut down by the city last week, saying it was not up to code.A meeting was held Monday for community members to gather to speak against the decision.The owners alleged that the theater being shuttered had more to do with retaliation rather than the building bei...
HAVRE DE GRACE, Md. — The State Theater, a historic landmark in the Havre de Grace community, will not be able to reopen, per the owners via Facebook.
On the post, the owners said that the inability to reopen is 'out of their control.'
The building was shut down by the city last week, saying it was not up to code.
A meeting was held Monday for community members to gather to speak against the decision.
The owners alleged that the theater being shuttered had more to do with retaliation rather than the building being up to code.
They reiterated those same feelings in the Facebook post.
"Although this final blow is not even related to the sprinkler system or permits we’ve been discussing over the last week, what we do know…has only added to our suspicions of how business is really done in this City," the owners said.
With the theater not reopening, all donations made to the GoFundMe, which reached over $35,000, have been refunded.
The owners thanked the community for its dedication to keeping the theater open and encouraged everyone to continue to support the local arts scene.
The owners' full post can be seen below:
It has been an absolutely wild last few days to say the least. We never imagined the amount of love and loyalty from our community for the space we have built here - and with so much of your help and creativity along the way.Tuesday night - barely 24hrs after the overwhelming show of support for our cause at the City Council meeting - we received another major gut punch. For reasons beyond our control, The State Theater will not be able to reopen as hoped. Although this final blow is not even related to the sprinkler system or permits we’ve been discussing over the last week, what we do know…has only added to our suspicions of how business is really done in this City. For now, we will simply say that future of the building that once housed The State Theater is now in the hands of our landlord and whatever chapter comes next with the City of Havre de Grace.In the light of this development, we have refunded everyone’s donations. Donations received through GoFundMe will take 7-10 days to process; cash donations received at last FWA’s show will be refunded as credit to a future show. We’ll be taking August off to pivot and move out, but please follow Federated Wrestling Alliance on social media for more details, and reach out to us for the promo code to redeem your discount.It’s still hard to believe that together, we were able to raise over $35K in less than **five days** because of all of YOU. We will never adequately be able to express our gratitude to everyone who contributed, shared our story, or just believed in us.This is so far from how we wanted things to turn out. Please do not feel like your efforts were wasted, although it’s certainly easy to feel that way right now. Trust us: we’re feeling it, too. But please hold onto the friends that you met through this place. Continue to support live music and the local arts scene, in Maryland and anywhere else you travel. This might be the end of our story, but there are dozens more like us out there fighting for the same things.We expect more details will come out over the next few months. In the meantime, we’ll be taking some time together as a family to regroup and figure out our own next chapter.Thank you…for everything.With Love,The Noe Family
The Noe Family
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HAVRE DE GRACE, Md. —The Luckiest Light serves as an inclusive beacon of light for artists with disabilities."I love to paint things, of people doing things, activities," artist Joseph Harter told 11 News.Harter is one of several artists with disabilities whose artwork now hangs in The Luckiest Light, an inclusive art gallery and studio that opened Monday at 220 N. Washington St. in Havre de Grace.Ki...
HAVRE DE GRACE, Md. —
The Luckiest Light serves as an inclusive beacon of light for artists with disabilities.
"I love to paint things, of people doing things, activities," artist Joseph Harter told 11 News.
Harter is one of several artists with disabilities whose artwork now hangs in The Luckiest Light, an inclusive art gallery and studio that opened Monday at 220 N. Washington St. in Havre de Grace.
Kimberly Waszkiewicz and her husband opened the space to empower artists with disabilities.
"We just want to provide a space where they can come in and have the support they may not get at other places," Waszkiewicz told 11 News.
It's the same support the Waszkiewiczes want for their daughter, Nora, who has Down syndrome. Nora's art also sits on display inside The Luckiest Light.
"She has always loved art, and I feel like it has been a great way for her to express herself," Waszkiewicz told 11 News.
Waszkiewicz and her husband started hosting art and wellness events for Nora and the disabled community inside their Airbnb on Franklin Street. They call the Airbnb Isaac's a"NORA"ble home, named after their son, Isaac, and after Nora. The Airbnb helps raise awareness about disabilities like Down syndrome and raises money to fund their art events.
"It was going so well that we started running out of space and we saw this beautiful building for sale. We thought maybe this is our next chapter," Waszkiewicz told 11 News.
The Waszkiewiczes received an outpouring of support from community members and businesses. Several people donated money and volunteered time to help renovate the building. Next Day Floors presented the Waszkiewiczes with a $5,000 check to go toward their programs.
Now, the space is a place that will host free art workshops where people with disabilities can use acrylic, watercolor, drawing tools, mixed media art and fibers to create. They can also display and sell their art alongside other artists with and without disabilities.
The Luckiest Light is supporting employment and economic opportunities for people with disabilities, so some artists will receive 70% of the proceeds from their work and 30% will help fund more art programs. Some artists are choosing to donate 100% of the proceeds back to The Luckiest Light.
"I just think it's a super idea," Harter told 11 News.
The Waszkiewiczes hope The Luckiest Light serves as a beacon of light for artists in Havre de Grace and beyond.
"We named it 'The Luckiest Light' because we consider ourselves the lucky few, and Nora's name means light, and we shine a light on artists who have been overlooked in the art world and in the community," Waszkiewicz told 11 News.
People with disabilities can visit Mondays through Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and create art alongside a volunteer master artist. Artists can choose to sell the pieces they create at The Luckiest Light on Fridays through Sundays. For more information on how you can support the mission here and get involved, tap here.
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