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 Maggie L Walker National Historic Site in Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA 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 Great Shiplock Park in Richmond, VA 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 Bookbinder's Seafood & Steakhouse or visit Monument Avenue Historic District, 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 Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA 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.
GAME 10 Duquesne (4-4-1 | 1-0-0 A10) at Richmond (5-0-4 | 0-0-1 A10) Thursday, Sept. 24 | 5:00 p.m. President's Field at River Road | Richmond, Va.Live Stats | Watch | 2026 Roster | 2026 Schedule | 2026 Statistics | Record BookFrom The Pitch- The Duquesne University women's soccer team opens a two-game swi...
GAME 10 Duquesne (4-4-1 | 1-0-0 A10) at Richmond (5-0-4 | 0-0-1 A10) Thursday, Sept. 24 | 5:00 p.m. President's Field at River Road | Richmond, Va.
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From The Pitch
- The Duquesne University women's soccer team opens a two-game swing through Richmond, Va., Thursday with a 5:00 p.m. match against Richmond at President's Field at River Road.
- The Dukes opened the Atlantic 10 portion of their schedule with a 2-1 victory over Rhode Island (9/19) at Rooney Field. Duquesne fell behind early, but goals from senior Anna Bundy (34:14) in the first half and senior Jayden Sharpless (59:37) in the second half helped the Dukes earn the win.
- Bundy and Sharpless serve as co-captains of the 2026 Dukes, and the performance in the win over the Rams marks the first time the pair have scored a goal in the same game.
- Senior goalkeeper Ali Hughes logged seven saves in the win over Rhode Island, marking the seventh consecutive game she has registered at least five saves in a contest. Hughes enters Thursday's tilt ranked third in the Atlantic 10 in saves per game (5.78) and fifth in goals against average (1.11).
- Despite being outshot, 21-17, in the Atlantic 10 opener against URI, the Dukes have collected 59 shots over their last three games (19.7 per contest). In contrast, Duquesne finished with 41 shots in its first six contests of the year, an average of 6.83 per game.
- Duquesne wrapped its non-conference slate with a 2-1 setback against Ohio (9/13) at Rooney Field. The Bobcats grabbed a 2-0 edge before freshman Molly Kinsella collected her first career NCAA Division I goal on a header at 52:25.
- Prior to its loss to Ohio, the Dukes earned a 1-1 draw at Youngstown State (9/10). Freshman Claire Beasley gave Duquesne an early 1-0 advantage at 4:31 with her first career NCAA Division I goal before the Penguins garnered the equalizer at 87:50. The Dukes posted a season-high 25 shots against YSU.
- The Dukes are led by second-year head coach Jessica Giegucz, who guided Duquesne to an overall mark of 12-5-2 (.654) last year, including a mark of 7-3 (.700) in the Atlantic 10. Duquesne, which tied a program record for victories, hosted its first Atlantic 10 Championship game since 2017.
- Giegucz was named the sixth head coach in program history at Duquesne Dec. 20, 2024. In 10 seasons as head coach at Slippery Rock, Giegucz compiled an overall record of 104-48-24 (.659). She began her coaching career in Ashland, Wisc., at NCAA Division III Northland College, where she posted a mark of 11-9-1 (.548) in 2014 prior to being tabbed the head coach at Slippery Rock.
- Duquesne's win at Mercyhurst (8/24/25) marked the 200th game for Jessica Giegucz as a head coach in stints at Northland College, Slippery Rock and Duquesne. In 13 seasons as a head coach, Giegucz owns an overall record of 131-66-28 (.644).
- The Dukes will face VCU Sunday, Sept. 27, at 1:00 p.m. in a game that will be played at City Stadium in Richmond, Va., home of the Richmond Kickers of USL League One.
Scouting the Spiders – Richmond has posted an overall record of 5-0-4 (.778) and finished with a 1-1 draw against George Washington (9/19) in its 2026 Atlantic 10 opener … The nine-game unbeaten streak for the Spiders is the longest in a season in program history … Dating back to last year, Richmond is unbeaten in 12 consecutive games (6-0-6), also a program record … Freshman Christina Stamoulacatos scored the lone goal for the Spiders against the Revolutionaries, giving her a point in four consecutive games … Stamoulacatos also leads Richmond with six points … In his fourth year as head coach of the Spiders is Adam Denton (Wingate '21), who spent six years as the head coach at Davidson prior to taking over at Richmond … Thursday marks the 22nd meeting all-time between the Dukes and Spiders, with Duquesne leading, 12-8-1 (.595) … The Dukes earned a 3-0 triumph over Richmond last year at Rooney Field (9/21/25), with the first goal by former forward Maya Matesa (2022-25) establishing a new single-season program record.
Tally-Ho – Nine games into the 2026 season, a total of nine different players have scored a goal for the Dukes. Of those nine student-athletes to find the back of the net, six have scored their first career NCAA Division I goal. Freshman forward Molly Kinsella was the latest to get in on the act, as her header accounted for Duquesne's only score in the non-conference finale against Ohio (9/13) at Rooney Field. Of the six players to notch their first career NCAA Division I goal this season, three are true freshman (Kinsella, Allison Bechtel and Claire Beasley). Meanwhile, senior Anna Bundy became the ninth different player to score a goal in the Atlantic 10 opener vs. Rhode Island (9/19), collecting her first career strike.
Dodge Ram – Sophomore Brynn Ramsey came off the bench in Duquesne's 2026 season opener at Eastern Michigan but has been a steady presence in the starting lineup since, and she's produced. In collecting her fourth assist of the year against Ohio (9/13) in the 2026 non-conference finale, Ramsey owns six points in her eight starts this season. She also fired a career-high six shots in a 1-1 draw at Youngstown State (9/10), including a pair on frame, while logging a career-high 79 minutes. Ramsey is tied for second in the Atlantic 10 with four assists this season, three behind Ella Cadigan of La Salle, who owns seven.
Moving Up – While sophomore Brynn Ramsey has produced as a starter for the Dukes, senior Kayla Leseck continues to be in the middle of rallies for Duquesne. She provided an assist on the goal in the first half by senior Anna Bundy against URI (9/19) that tied the score, 1-1, heading into halftime. It marked Leseck's third assist of the campaign as well as the 13th of her career, helping Leseck continue her climb in the career record book in the category. Leseck is tied for fifth all-time on the Bluff with former teammate Mackenzie Muir (2022-25).
Hardware – Senior goalkeeper Ali Hughes was named the Atlantic 10 Defensive Player of the Week (8/31) thanks to a pair of clean sheets in the first two home games of the 2026 season at Rooney Field. In wins over Akron (8/27) and Kent State (8/30), Hughes finished with 16 saves, including a career-high nine in the win over the Golden Flashes. It marks the second career weekly honor for Hughes from the Atlantic 10, who enters Thursday's game at Richmond with three shutouts this season and 10 over the last two years.
Lineup Stalwart – Senior Jayden Sharpless has been a steady presence for the Dukes in the midfield throughout her career, as she is the only player for Duquesne to have started all 65 games dating to the beginning of the 2023 campaign. Sharpless owns career totals of three goals and two assists on 62 shots, 23 of which have been on frame. Sharpless was also the only field player for the Dukes last year to have played 1,730 out of a possible 1,730 minutes, and she has logged a full 90 in each of the first nine games of 2026 for Duquesne. Sharpless has logged a full game in 61.5 percent (40-of-65) of her career contests, which includes a career-high 110 minutes against Fordham in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Atlantic 10 Championship.
Captain O Captain – Serving as team captains for Duquesne in 2026 are seniors Jayden Sharpless and Anna Bundy. Bundy started all 19 games for the Dukes last season and has appeared in 63 contests throughout her career on the Bluff, registering five goals and 12 points. She was named to the 2023 Atlantic 10 All-Rookie Team.
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RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - ¡Virginia Fiesta! returns for its 5th year this weekend, setting up in Richmond’s Southside for what organizers call one of the largest Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations in the commonwealth.The event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Southside Community Center from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.Karla Ramos, manager of the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Engagement, said the celebration reflects the diversity of Richmond’s Latino and Hispanic communities.“We’re talki...
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - ¡Virginia Fiesta! returns for its 5th year this weekend, setting up in Richmond’s Southside for what organizers call one of the largest Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations in the commonwealth.
The event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Southside Community Center from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Karla Ramos, manager of the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Engagement, said the celebration reflects the diversity of Richmond’s Latino and Hispanic communities.
“We’re talking about representation from many countries, over 22 countries that are composing Latin America,” Ramos said. “And that means several of them are represented locally in our residents in the city of Richmond.”
Richmond 9th District Councilwoman Nicole Jones said the Southside location holds particular significance for the city.
“Southside is the heart and soul of the city,” Jones said. “It is the place where all cultures converge in the city of Richmond.”
The event will include music, dance and food.
Organizers said the celebration is centered on togetherness and sharing immigrant stories and cultures.
“In a time when there is a lot of fear from our immigrants and refugee communities, I think this is the perfect time to show that we are a welcoming city where we value diversity in all shapes and forms and cultures,” Ramos said. “And so this is a perfect opportunity to tell our neighbors that we are here together.”
Jones said the event is intended to bring the city’s communities closer together.
“I think today’s climate oftentimes has us feeling like we’re not a part of the same community,” Jones said. “And so we’re really trying to unify the city. We’re trying to unify our cultures. We’re trying to unify communities by celebrating one another and then showing up for one another.”
City leaders said the goal extends beyond the single event.
“We want to be able to have places and gathering spaces and ways that people can connect with one another outside of their normal day-to-day,” Jones said. “And I think the deeper element of that is really showcasing community and showcasing how the city of Richmond stands behind communities again, no matter where you’re from.”
RICHMOND, Va. -- All eyes remain on how the offshore storm will impact eastern (and even central) Virginia into the weekend. The system is forecast to continue to strengthen as it drfits to the north tonight, then back to the west this weekend towards just east of southern NJ by later Saturday. Coastal flooding and gusty winds along with wind-drvien showers will be likely across far eastern Virginia through all of Saturday, with warnings as discussed below. For RVA and central VA, shower chances will increase later Saturday, with continued s...
RICHMOND, Va. -- All eyes remain on how the offshore storm will impact eastern (and even central) Virginia into the weekend. The system is forecast to continue to strengthen as it drfits to the north tonight, then back to the west this weekend towards just east of southern NJ by later Saturday. Coastal flooding and gusty winds along with wind-drvien showers will be likely across far eastern Virginia through all of Saturday, with warnings as discussed below. For RVA and central VA, shower chances will increase later Saturday, with continued small chance Sunday. It will be quite breezy as well, especially Saturday.
have been extended through Sunday morning for all of eastern Virginia, including tidal rivers extending westward into the Tri Cities. Water levels will be 2 to 3 feet above normal (above ground level - AGL) during the high tide cycles. Gale Warnings are also in effect for all of the Bay areas and coastal VA through Saturday afternoon. Winds will tend to be strongest early Saturday, with lessening winds by Saturday evening. You can check for specific tidal data for any given locale via the National Weather Service marine forecasts that can be found on the Wakefield website. Click on the marine forecasts link.
Forecast for RVA and central Virginia:
Tonight: Partly cloudy, breeezy and continued cool with lows in the low to mid 50s.
Saturday and Sunday: The coastal storm/nor'easter will wrap around clouds and a few showers, with best chances Saturday afternoon and night. Winds will be gusty from the NNW to 25mph at times Saturday, and lighter Sunday. Highs will be in the low 70s both days, but could trend lower depending on showers, those northerly winds and proximity of the storm to the coast. That nor'easter will continue its drift westward towards New Jersey and Delaware into Sunday. This will keep local conditions a little breezy with some clouds.
As the nor'easter moves away from the region on Monday, winds will decrease and we will see more sunshine. Highs will be in the low to mid 70s.
Highs will be around 80° on Tuesday, and in the low to mid 80s Wednesday through Friday.
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Mission Possible - HR EditionNavigating employment law is a challenge, especially when the rules change faster than a supernova. The 42nd Annual Employment Law Update will highlight recent changes to the law and how employers can most effectively stay on top of those changes. From updated wage-hour rules to family medical law, it is increasingly important that employers don’t get lost in the shuffle and can cope with the ever-changing legal environment. Attendees can also earn up to 6 credit hours toward PHR and SPHR rece...
Mission Possible - HR Edition
Navigating employment law is a challenge, especially when the rules change faster than a supernova. The 42nd Annual Employment Law Update will highlight recent changes to the law and how employers can most effectively stay on top of those changes. From updated wage-hour rules to family medical law, it is increasingly important that employers don’t get lost in the shuffle and can cope with the ever-changing legal environment. Attendees can also earn up to 6 credit hours toward PHR and SPHR recertification through the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) and 6 PDCs toward the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. Please register below.
Program Schedule
8:30 - 9:00 Registration & Breakfast
9:00 – 9:20 Opening Session Welcome aboard! Crew members will get a mission briefing, detailing what to expect during the day’s journey and an overview of the exciting mission ahead!
MORNING SESSIONS 9:30 – 10:30 | 10:45 – 11:45
Employment Law 101 - Reach for the Stars Prepare for liftoff as we journey through the foundational galaxy of employment law. In this session, HR professionals will navigate the core elements of workplace compliance and will explore topics that every HR professional needs to know for employers to avoid potential liabilities.
Outrageous Employment Law Cases - Supernovas and Black Holes Buckle up for a journey to the outer reaches of employment law, where reality defies gravity and HR is put to the ultimate test. In this session, we’ll explore some astonishing and jawdropping employment law cases—cases that seem to have come from another planet—and the lessons they teach that can help keep your organization safely in orbit.
Employee Leave - The Void Navigating the complex universe of employee leave and workplace accommodations is difficult. In this session, we will discuss how to decode the FMLA, ADA, and other leave issues and avoid legal black holes and explore how to support employees through their own journeys of unexpected life events.
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch Finally, a zero-gravity moment after an eventful morning! Attendees will refuel and recalibrate over lunch, followed by a briefing from Megan Price, Strategy and Operations Consultant at Keystone Collaborative Partners, on keeping culture and crew aligned through every phase of the mission.
AFTERNOON SESSIONS 1:30 – 2:30 | 2:45 – 3:45
Discipline & Discharge - Dark Matter Strap in for a high-stakes journey through the HR cosmos, where employee performance and organizational expectations orbit in delicate balance. This session will guide HR professionals through the asteroid fields of discipline and the black holes of discharge, helping you chart a clear and compliant course.
Wage-Hour Law - To Infinity and Beyond Prepare for launch as we explore the vast galaxy of wage and hour laws. In this session, we will chart a course through the legal constellations of overtime, minimum wage, timekeeping, and employee classifications, all in an effort to help you establish a mission control center that avoids compliance meteors, navigates the gravitational pull of state and federal regulations, and keeps your organization aligned for a smooth flight.
Employee Benefits 101 - The Big Bang Blast off into the universe of employee benefits, where HR professionals must chart a steady course through the complex realms of retirement plans, health and welfare plans, tax rules, and much more. In this session, we’ll go back to the basics and explore how to keep your crew supported, your organization compliant, and your benefits programs stable.
4:00 – 4:30 Closing Session Our mission has come to end, and we are coming in for landing on our first Employment Law Update for 2026. As we prepare to disembark, one lucky attendee will leave the mission with a little more gear after our drawing for a $375 Visa gift card.
SPECIAL GUESTS
Thomas M. Colclough National Director of Field Management Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Robert Q. Johnson Chair of ESOPs, Benefits & Compensation Group Kaufman & Canoles
Kim Ritter Executive Vice President and Chief Talent Officer, TowneBank
LOCATION: The program will be held at the Richmond Hilton Hotel & Spa/Short Pump on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
FEE: Our $375 registration fee includes seminar materials, a certificate of completion, refreshments, continental breakfast, and a luncheon. The fee for each additional registrant from the same company is $355. We accept VISA, MasterCard and Discover, or checks payable to Kaufman & Canoles.
Richmond, Va. — Richmond's defense kept Furman out of the end zone and stopped the Paladins twice in Richmond territory in the final four minutes as the Spiders held on for a 13-9 victory Saturday at Robins Stadium.The win moved Richmond to 4-1 overall and 3-0 at home. Furman fell to 2-3. The Spiders limited the Paladins to 215 yards of offense, including 78 rushing yards, and all nine Furman points came on field goals. Richmond finished with 355 yards, including 188 on the ground.Richmond's pass rush set...
Richmond, Va. — Richmond's defense kept Furman out of the end zone and stopped the Paladins twice in Richmond territory in the final four minutes as the Spiders held on for a 13-9 victory Saturday at Robins Stadium.
The win moved Richmond to 4-1 overall and 3-0 at home. Furman fell to 2-3. The Spiders limited the Paladins to 215 yards of offense, including 78 rushing yards, and all nine Furman points came on field goals. Richmond finished with 355 yards, including 188 on the ground.
Richmond's pass rush set the tone early, recording all five of its sacks in the first half. Daniel Sellers led the effort with a career-high three sacks and career-high nine tackles, while Braxton Lassiter and Camden Byrd added one apiece. Sellers entered the game with 2.5 sacks through Richmond's first four contests, while Byrd's sack moved his career total to 23, 1.5 shy of tying Tom Coles for fourth all-time at Richmond.
The Spiders opened the scoring with a 26-yard Kyle Bitsko field goal with 5:44 left in the first quarter. Furman answered with Nathan Chapman's 33-yard field goal on the final play of the period to make it 3-3.
Richmond produced the game's only touchdown midway through the second quarter. Ashten Snelsire capped an 11-play, 75-yard drive with a six-yard touchdown pass to Carson Derey, giving the Spiders a 10-3 lead with 9:22 remaining before halftime.
Furman closed the half with field goals of 42 and 49 yards from Chapman, trimming Richmond's lead to 10-9 at the break. The Spiders' defense also generated its first takeaway in the second quarter when Tramayne Bullock forced a Paladins fumble that Jeremiah Washington recovered.
Bitsko extended the lead to 13-9 with a 30-yard field goal with 5:34 remaining in the third quarter for the final points of the afternoon.
Bullock forced his second fumble of the game later in the third quarter, knocking the ball loose before Tayshaun Burney recovered. Richmond forced two Furman turnovers, both on Bullock forced fumbles. The two forced fumbles were a career high for Bullock, who entered the game without one in his collegiate career.
The Spiders, however, committed four turnovers of their own with three interceptions and a fumble.
Richmond had an opportunity to extend its lead in the fourth quarter, driving 70 yards and reaching the Furman 1. Aziz Foster-Powell was stopped at the goal line and fumbled, with Furman returning the fumble to their own 16.
The Spiders' defense forced a three-and-out, but Furman received another opportunity when Snelsire was intercepted at the Richmond 27 with 4:07 remaining. The Paladins moved to the Richmond 19 before the defense stopped C.J. Stokes for no gain on third-and-2 and a one-yard loss on fourth down, turning the ball back to the Spiders with 2:29 left.
Furman got one final possession with 55 seconds remaining and drove from its own 15 to the Richmond 29. After a Richmond timeout with nine seconds left, Byrd hurried Connor Ackerley into an incompletion before Blake Houser broke up Ackerley's final pass in the end zone to end the game.
Foster-Powell led the Richmond offense with career highs of 25 carries and 125 rushing yards while adding a 30-yard reception, also a career long. Snelsire completed 19 of 40 passes for 167 yards and a touchdown, while Derey caught four passes for 22 yards and the Spiders' lone touchdown. Justin Rice also established career highs with four receptions and 27 receiving yards.
Caleb Geronomi totaled a career-high seven tackles, while Lassiter matched his career high with five. Sellers' nine tackles led Richmond. The Spiders held Furman to just 3.5 yards per play.
Richmond hits the road next week when it visits Lafayette in Easton, Pa. on Saturday, Oct. 3. Game time is set for 12:30.
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