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Home Care In Jarrettsville, MD

Home Care Jarrettsville, MD

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 King & Queen Seat at Rocks State Park 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 Jarrettsville, 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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The Always Best Care Difference

Since 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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Always Best care is the best! Their caregiver is very nice with respective attitude. They are all expert and knows their job very well in all ages. I never regret that their service to take care of my grandmother. They are trustworthy, respectful, honest and passionate to their work. I highly recommend them on their work.
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I met with Elaine Gill as we needed a secure place for my Dad. She was very knowledgeable and professional. Fortunately, the second location she showed us was a good fit (Dakota Paradise). I heartily recommend Always Best Care if you want help finding a loved one the proper care.
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“I cannot really find the words to say how wonderful the staff is at Always”

I cannot really find the words to say how wonderful the staff is at Always Best Care of Upper Chesapeake: Highly competent, Comforting, caring, extremely attentive, endlessly patient and reassuring. Elaine Gill has done an amazing job at ensuring that the staff she has are just as committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for every client, as Elaine! You are on the top of my list for any further care services that my family members may need going forward.
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“I used Always Best Care to care for my parents who happen to live in”

I used Always Best Care to care for my parents who happen to live in another state. I met with Elaine (the owner) to discuss my options and determine the best caregiver service to meet my parents needs. She was a great help; addressed all my questions and concerns and gave me peace of mind that my parents were in good hands. Their caregiver is wonderful and very competent. I don't have to worry about them or become a detective to find out what is going on with them in Maryland. Although my parents were a little skeptical at first, Elaine and her staff have put their mind at ease and made them feel very comfortable about the entire experience. They both feel much safer now and happier that they are able to stay in the home that they love. I am comforted in knowing that my parents are receiving quality care and they are in the capable hands of Elaine and her staff at Always Best Care. Words can not express my sincere gratitude for the awesome care provided to my parents.
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“Always Best care is the best! Their caregiver is very nice with respective attitude. They are all expert and knows their job very well in all ages. I never regret that their service to take care of my grandmother. They are trustworthy, respectful, honest and passionate to their work. I highly recommend them on their work.”

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“I met with Elaine Gill as we needed a secure place for my Dad. She was very knowledgeable and professional. Fortunately, the second location she showed us was a good fit (Dakota Paradise). I heartily recommend Always Best Care if you want help finding a loved one the proper care.”

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“I cannot really find the words to say how wonderful the staff is at Always Best Care of Upper Chesapeake: Highly competent, Comforting, caring, extremely attentive, endlessly patient and reassuring. Elaine Gill has done an amazing job at ensuring that the staff she has are just as committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for every client, as Elaine! You are on the top of my list for any further care services that my family members may need going forward.”

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“I used Always Best Care to care for my parents who happen to live in another state. I met with Elaine (the owner) to discuss my options and determine the best caregiver service to meet my parents needs. She was a great help; addressed all my questions and concerns and gave me peace of mind that my parents were in good hands. Their caregiver is wonderful and very competent. I don't have to worry about them or become a detective to find out what is going on with them in Maryland. Although my parents were a little skeptical at first, Elaine and her staff have put their mind at ease and made them feel very comfortable about the entire experience. They both feel much safer now and happier that they are able to stay in the home that they love. I am comforted in knowing that my parents are receiving quality care and they are in the capable hands of Elaine and her staff at Always Best Care. Words can not express my sincere gratitude for the awesome care provided to my parents.”

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What is Non-Medical Senior Care in Jarrettsville, MD?

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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.

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When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.

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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.

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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.

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Types of Elderly Care in Jarrettsville, MD

To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:

Personal Care

Personal 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:

  • Eating
  • Mobility Issues
  • Incontinence
  • Bathing
  • Dressing
  • Grooming
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Home Helper Services

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:

  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Preparation
  • Pet Care
  • Prescription Refills
  • Morning Wake-Up
  • Walking
  • Reading
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Companionship Services

Companionship Services

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 Dr. James B. Rutledge Memorial Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.

Common companionship services include:

  • Grocery Shopping
  • Transportation to Appointments
  • Nutritional Assistance
  • Conversation
  • Planning Outings
  • Completing Errands
  • Transportation to Community
  • Events and Social Outings
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Respite Care Services

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 J'Ville Grille or visit Jarrettsville Gardens, 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.

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Benefits of Home Care in Jarrettsville, MD

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:

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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Aging in Place: The Preferred Choice for Most Seniors

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.

Here are just a few of the reasons why older men and women prefer to age at home:

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 Jarrettsville, 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.

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Affordable 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:

If your loved one qualifies, Medicaid may help reduce in-home care costs. Review your MD's Medicaid program laws and benefits, and make sure your senior's financial and medical needs meet Medicaid eligibility requirements.
Attendance and aid benefits through military service can cover a portion of the costs associated with in-home care for veterans and their spouses.
Many senior care services like in-home care are included in long-term care insurance options. Research different long-term care solutions to find a plan that provides coverage for senior care.
Home care can be included as part of a senior's private insurance plan. Read over your loved one's insurance policy carefully or speak with their insurance provider to determine if in-home care is covered.
Depending on the life insurance plan, you may be able to apply your policy toward long-term care. You may be able to use long-term-care coverage to help pay for in-home elderly care.
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Compassionate Care. Trusted Caregivers.

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 Jarrettsville, 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.

Assisted Living Referral Services

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.

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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:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Recreational Activities
  • Social Outings
  • Emergency Medical Response
  • Medication Monitoring
  • Family Visitation
  • Personal Care
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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:

  • Madonna Heritage Assisted Living Home
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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.

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Taking the First Step with Always Best Care

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

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A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive

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Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider

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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 Jarrettsville, 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.

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Jarrettsville Fire Door Helped Contain Garage Blaze: Fire Marshal

JARRETTSVILLE, MD — When fire broke out this week in a Jarrettsville garage attached to a home, authorities credited a door required by code in helping to prevent the blaze from extending further. The fire marshal ruled the blaze accidental and said nobody was injured.The homeowner in the 2330 block of Northcliff Drive discovered the fire at 11:44 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 13, according to the Office of the State Fire Marshal.When firefighters arrived, they found smoke showing from a two-story home.Officials said about ...

JARRETTSVILLE, MD — When fire broke out this week in a Jarrettsville garage attached to a home, authorities credited a door required by code in helping to prevent the blaze from extending further. The fire marshal ruled the blaze accidental and said nobody was injured.

The homeowner in the 2330 block of Northcliff Drive discovered the fire at 11:44 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 13, according to the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

When firefighters arrived, they found smoke showing from a two-story home.

Officials said about 20 firefighters responded and brought the blaze under control in 20 minutes.

Crews from the Jarrettsville Volunteer Fire Company were assisted by firefighters from Bel Air, Fallston, Hereford and Jacksonsville, the Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Company reported.

Investigators said that the blaze started in the garage and was caused by fireplace ashes that were not disposed of properly.

The Maryland fire marshal offered this tip for getting rid of ashes: "When disposing of cooled ashes, do not use paper or plastic containers to remove them. Instead, use a metal container. Ashes will insulate hot embers long after the fire is considered out."

As a result of the blaze, the fire marshal said there was $5,000 in structural damage, and $5,000 worth of items inside the garage were lost as well.

Firefighters credited a steel door with helping to minimize the damage.

"The installation and proper use of a code-required steel fire door separating the attached garage from the living space of the dwelling greatly reduced the amount of damage incurred, by limiting fire spread and helping to contain the fire to the garage..." according to a statement from the Fallston Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Company.

Main photos from the fire, showing the door, by the Jarrettsville Volunteer Fire Company. Inline image of the home's exterior is courtesy of the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

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Jarrettsville House Fire Caused $1M In Damage, Firefighter Injury

HARFORD COUNTY, MD — A three-alarm house fire in Jarrettsville may have been caused by cigarettes, according to the Office of the State Fire Marshal.Smoke alarms at the home in the 3600 block of Anderson Lane activated and alerted those inside at 9:59 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 26, officials said.A heavy column of black smoke was visible from a distance when crews arrived after 10 a.m. Thursday, the Harford County Volunteer Fire and EMS Association reported....

HARFORD COUNTY, MD — A three-alarm house fire in Jarrettsville may have been caused by cigarettes, according to the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

Smoke alarms at the home in the 3600 block of Anderson Lane activated and alerted those inside at 9:59 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 26, officials said.

A heavy column of black smoke was visible from a distance when crews arrived after 10 a.m. Thursday, the Harford County Volunteer Fire and EMS Association reported.

Fire was showing from the first and second floors of the residence, officials reported at 10:25 a.m.

Firefighters from Harford and Baltimore counties battled the blaze, and the Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company reported crews were called in as well from York County, Pa.

It took three hours to bring the blaze under control, according to the fire marshal.

Investigators determined the fire started in the rear porch at the two-story home.

One firefighter was taken to a local medical facility for treatment of a minor injury, according to the fire marshal, who reported multiple firefighters were treated at the scene for heat exhaustion.

Officials said three adults were displaced and are being assisted by friends and family due to the fire, which caused $1,000,000 in damage.

Two people who were in the residence were given time to escape because of the smoke alarms, according to investigators.

While the cause of the blaze remains under investigation, authorities said "investigators can not rule discarded cigarettes" out in starting the fire.

JARRETTSVILLE (HARFORD CO) 703-1 3635 ANDERSON LA - 2ND ALARM RESIDENTIAL FIRE. SEVERAL BCOFD UNITS RESPONDING TO THE SCENE & TRANSFERRING TO COVER. @MLVFC450 @JVFC47 @wmvfc pic.twitter.com/8Qjxpt9IGW— Baltimore Co. Volunteer Firefighter’s Association (@BaltCoVolFire) August 26, 2021

Harford County Under Severe Thunderstorm Warning, Heat Advisory

BEL AIR, MD — Harford County is under a severe thunderstorm warning until 6 p.m. on Friday.Severe thunderstorms with 70 mph wind gusts and quarter-sized hail were detected by radar before 5:30 p.m., prompting the severe thunderstorm warning, according to the National Weather Service.The storms were on a line from Jarrettsville to Parkville and were moving east at 15 mph, officials said.These areas may be impacted, according to ...

BEL AIR, MD — Harford County is under a severe thunderstorm warning until 6 p.m. on Friday.

Severe thunderstorms with 70 mph wind gusts and quarter-sized hail were detected by radar before 5:30 p.m., prompting the severe thunderstorm warning, according to the National Weather Service.

The storms were on a line from Jarrettsville to Parkville and were moving east at 15 mph, officials said.

These areas may be impacted, according to severe thunderstorm warning: Cockeysville, Bel Air North, Mays Chapel, Jarrettsville, Timonium, Fallston, Kingsville, Pleasant Hills, Lutherville-Timonium, Fork, Baldwin, Long Green, Hydes, Phoenix, Jacksonville, Chrome Hill and Norrisville.

During a severe thunderstorm warning period, winds may cause trees and large branches to fall, injuring people outside as well as damaging homes and vehicles.

Roads could become blocked by fallen trees, and power outages are possible. People should go inside to the lowest floor and an interior room to stay safe.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Aberdeen MD, Havre de Grace MD, Bel Air MD until 6:00 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/zRw0X7EXGx— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) August 13, 2021
Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Jarrettsville MD, Putnam MD, Federal Hill MD until 5:30 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/a7Ff1BD0Q1— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) August 13, 2021

Officials say 60 mph wind and quarter-sized hail are possible in Harford County during the severe thunderstorm warning period on Friday, Aug. 13.

The National Weather Service has posted multiple weather alerts for much of Maryland due to potentially hazardous conditions Friday.

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 8 p.m. Friday for Harford County as well as Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Calvert, Caroline, Carroll, Cecil, Charles, Dorchester, Frederick, Howard, Kent, Montgomery, Prince Georges, Queen Anne's, St. Marys, Talbot and Washington counties plus Baltimore City.

Damaging storms may hit in waves midday through the evening.

#Harford under Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8 p.m. Fri. Aug. 13 https://t.co/aUfMyFJzc5— Harford County Gov't (@HarfordCountyMD) August 13, 2021

Storms will not provide respite from the heat.

Heat indices of 105 to 109 are expected for most of Maryland.

In Bel Air, the heat index is expected to top out at 107 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. The heat index is what it feels like based on the actual temperature and humidity. The hottest point in the day is likely to be around 3 p.m. in Bel Air.

A heat advisory takes effect from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 13.

Here is the hour-by-hour forecast for Bel Air:

11 a.m. — Actual temperature 88 degrees; feels like 97

12 p.m. — 90 degrees; feels like 99

1 p.m. — 93 degrees; feels like 105

2 p.m. — 94 degrees; feels like 106

3 p.m. — 95 degrees; feels like 107

4 p.m. — 94 degrees; feels like 106

5 p.m. — 92 degrees; feels like 103

6 p.m. — 91 degrees; feels like 101

7 p.m. — 88 degrees; feels like 97

8 p.m. — 84 degrees; feels like 91

9 p.m. — 83 degrees; feels like 87

10 p.m. — 80 degrees; feels like 84

11 p.m. — 79 degrees; feels like 79

12 a.m. — 78 degrees; feels like 78

Related: Harford Library Branches Serve As 'Cooling Centers' Aug. 11-13

A "code orange" air quality alert is in effect Friday for parts of the Baltimore metropolitan area.

Harford County is under the alert, along with Baltimore City plus Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Cecil and Howard counties.

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The Maryland Department of the Environment issues a "code orange" alert when pollution concentrations may be unhealthy for sensitive groups. Children, older adults, heart/lung disease sufferers and asthmatics are considered sensitive.

To minimize the effects from the air quality, officials advise people in sensitive groups to avoid outdoor and strenuous activities.

Due to the possibility of storms, the National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Friday afternoon and evening. It applies to Harford County.

Severe storms and flash flooding are possible in isolated cases during the afternoon and evening on Friday, according to the outlook.

Storms may hit Bel Air between 4 and 7 p.m., the weather service reported.

If someone has signs of heat-related illness, move the person to a cool, shaded area and call 911. Put cold, wet compresses on the person if possible.

Heat stroke, the most serious heat-related illness, can be fatal if not treated immediately.It occurs when the body's temperature rises rapidly and the sweating mechanism fails, leading to overheating without a way to cool down.

Symptoms include confusion; slurred speech; seizures; hot, dry skin or extreme sweating; altered mental status; very high body temperature; and loss of consciousness/coma.

Here are several ways to stay safe during the heat advisory period:

Lighten up. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing. Light colors reflect away some of the sun's energy. It is also a good idea to wear hats or to use an umbrella.

Drink water. Carry water or juice with you and drink continuously even if you don't feel thirsty. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, which dehydrate the body. Avoid salt tablets unless directed by a physician.

Eat small meals and eat more often. Avoid high-protein foods, which increase metabolic heat.

Slow down. Avoid strenuous activity. If you must do strenuous activity, do it during the coolest part of the day, which is usually in the morning between 4 and 7 a.m.

Stay inside. If air-conditioning is not available, go to the lowest floor out of the sunshine. Remember that electric fans do not cool; they simply circulate the air.

Be a good neighbor. During heat waves, check in on elderly residents in your neighborhood and those who do not have air conditioning.

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Jarrettsville home destroyed in two-alarm fire Wednesday morning

JARRETTSVILLE, Md. — A two-alarm fire destroyed a home in Jarrettsville on Wednesday morning.It happened around 8:05am in the 3900 block of Grimm Road.A neighbor first noticed the two-story home in flames and called 911.It took 50 firefighters an hour to get the blaze under control.No one was injured, as the owners were not home when the fire broke out.The cause remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call State Fire Marshal's Northeast Regional Office at 410-386-3050.C...

JARRETTSVILLE, Md. — A two-alarm fire destroyed a home in Jarrettsville on Wednesday morning.

It happened around 8:05am in the 3900 block of Grimm Road.

A neighbor first noticed the two-story home in flames and called 911.

It took 50 firefighters an hour to get the blaze under control.

No one was injured, as the owners were not home when the fire broke out.

The cause remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call State Fire Marshal's Northeast Regional Office at 410-386-3050.

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Carroll Co. Public Schools

Closed Tomorrow; All Afternoon & Evening Activities Canceled; Non-CCPS sponsored activities canceled

Cecil College

Closed Tomorrow; Online classes held as scheduled.

Churchville Presbyterian Preschool and Daycare

Opening 2 hours late; No AM Pre-K or Preschool

Coppin State University

Closed Tomorrow; Essential Employees Must Report; Non-essential employees to telework

Frederick Co. Public Schools

Closed Tomorrow; All Afternoon & Evening Activities Canceled; Office will be open.

Glenelg Country School

Closed Tomorrow; Full details at www.glenelg.org

Harford Co. Government

Closed Tomorrow; Critical employees proceed on dep policy

Harford Community College

Closed Tomorrow

Harford Co. Public Schools

Closed Tomorrow; Weekend Activities Canceled; Essential personnel should await details

Howard Co. Public Schools

Closed Tomorrow; Evening Activities Canceled

Montgomery Co. Public Schools

Closed Tomorrow

Mount Airy Christian Academy

Closed Tomorrow

NASA-Goddard Space Flight Center

Cold Blue

Prince George's Community College

Virtual Tomorrow; Cyber Day (Virtual)

St. Elizabeth School

Closed Tomorrow

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