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 Leesburg Historic District 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 Leesburg, 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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“Chris was a godsend in my search for senior caregivers for my parents. I was tired of searching and trying new caregivers from different firms every few weeks, but to no avail. My parents were also a bit hesitant about getting care from unfamiliar people. Fortunately, I found Always Best Care's website on the internet. I called them, ready to be disappointed again. But, I was never let down by Chris and his team. They were very understanding and offered the most suitable caregivers for my parents' care. Without their help, I would still be stuck in the painful process of finding caregivers and being disappointed. I would recommend Always Best Care to everyone.”
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“Chris Kondracki is extremely knowledgeable and truly cares about his clients. He is passionate about providing the best care possible. As a financial advisor, I consider Chris and Always Best Care Loudoun a great "tool in my toolbox" when working with my older clients and mention their services as something for my clients to know about should the need arise.”
“"Always Best Care" is more than the company's name -- it is its promise. Chris is a kind and caring person whose focus is always on helping others. He will give your loved ones the same care and consideration that he would give his own. Truly a treasure.”
“"Always Best Care" is more than just the name of the company -- it's the company's promise. Chris, the owner, is a kind and caring person whose focus is always on helping others. He will give your loved ones the same care and consideration that he would give to his own.”
“If you or a loved one has an aging family member that may need a little extra help around the house, or perhaps you want to develop a plan for the future, Chris from Always Best Care is the guy to call. He can help you plan for whatever your family needs, whether that's help aging in their existing home or transitioning to someplace with full time assistance, he can help you figure out what is best for your family.”
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“I am very much satisfied and happy with all the services provided by Always Best Care. Their caregivers are genuinely concerned about the health of seniors. They are reliable, honest, and always on time.”
“I am a past client of this provider Chris was a godsend in my search for senior caregivers for my parents. I was tired of searching and trying new caregivers from different firms every few weeks, but to no avail. My parents were also a bit hesitant about getting care from unfamiliar people. Fortunately, I found Always Best Care's website on the internet. I called them, ready to be disappointed again. But, I was never let down by Chris and his team. They were very understanding and offered the most suitable caregivers for my parents' care. Without their help, I would still be stuck in the painful process of finding caregivers and being disappointed. I would recommend Always Best Care to everyone. -Jamie Neal”
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 Potomac Crossing 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 Lightfoot Restaurant or visit Orion Anderson Memorial, 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 Leesburg, 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 Leesburg, 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 Leesburg, 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.
Hamilton, VA – April 1, 2025 Wegmeyer Farms is excited to announce the return of its 2nd Annual Lincoln Strawberry Festival taking place from May 17-18, 2025. This highly anticipated event invites families, friends, and strawberry lovers of all ages to enjoy a weekend of farm-fresh fun, delicious treats, and community spirit at one of Loudoun County’s most beloved farms. The weekend kicks off on May 16th with the BIP (Berry Important Person) Denim Gala fundraiser dinner to benefit the Wegmeyer Foundation. During the weekend, gues...
Hamilton, VA – April 1, 2025 Wegmeyer Farms is excited to announce the return of its 2nd Annual Lincoln Strawberry Festival taking place from May 17-18, 2025. This highly anticipated event invites families, friends, and strawberry lovers of all ages to enjoy a weekend of farm-fresh fun, delicious treats, and community spirit at one of Loudoun County’s most beloved farms. The weekend kicks off on May 16th with the BIP (Berry Important Person) Denim Gala fundraiser dinner to benefit the Wegmeyer Foundation. During the weekend, guests will have an opportunity to start the day with a pancake breakfast both Saturday and Sunday before they enjoy the full lineup of festival activities.“We are thrilled to welcome the community back for another unforgettable weekend celebrating Virginia’s strawberry season,” said Harriet Wegmeyer, Co-Owner of Wegmeyer Farms. ”The heart of this festival is giving back to the community. We started the Foundation to make a positive impact in the community by lifting other non-profit organizations and raising money for scholarships for local high school students. The Foundation celebrates community contributors – whether through volunteering or working – that make an impact in their communities. The Foundation follows its mission as it celebrates the natural wonder and taste of the strawberry.”The Foundation supports Loudoun 4-H, Lincoln Preservation Foundation, Lincoln Elementary School, Roots Grow Wings (Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Loudoun), Lincoln Community League, and Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum. Money raised will be awarded to four high school students making significant contributions in their community as well as the art winner, which will be used in all promotions and displayed during the festival. This year’s art recipient is Cullen Parks, a seventh grader from Harmony Middle School.
Festival Highlights: Student Art Contest & Scholarship – Over 180 local students participated in a strawberry-themed art contest earlier this year. The top 12 entries will be on display at the festival. This year’s winner receiving a special scholarship award to support his artistic pursuits is Cullen Parks, a seventh grader at Harmony Middle School. With over 180 entries, this year’s recipient is Harmony Middle School 7th grader Cullen Parks. Farm-Fresh Eats – Farm baked treats (strawberry cookies, muffins, donuts, strawberry shortcake), festival food, etc. Strawberry Picking – Fun for the whole family, pick your very own bucket of strawberries to take home. Live Music & Entertainment – Enjoy live performances from local musicians, making for a lively and festive atmosphere. Kids’ Activities –Face painting, hayrides, barrel train rides and interactive farm experiences for the little ones. Local Vendors & Artisans – Explore handmade crafts, art, home goods, etc. Photo Ops & Family Fun – Capture the perfect springtime moment with beautiful farm backdrops.Event Details: Location: Wegmeyer Farms, 18451 Taylor Road, Hamilton, VA Dates: May 17-18, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily Tickets: Admission $15, fees apply for select activities. Pick-your-own strawberries are not part of the festival admission, but will take place.For more information, updates, and pre-purchase options for pick-your-own strawberries, visit Lincoln Strawberry Festival and follow us on social media: @lincolnstrawberryfestivalAbout Wegmeyer Farms:Wegmeyer Farms is a family-owned farm dedicated to providing the freshest, highest-quality produce while offering a unique agritourism experience. Known for its award-winning strawberries and commitment to sustainable farming, Wegmeyer Farms continues to be a favorite destination for families and food lovers alike.
On a recent morning in Leesburg, Virginia, King Street reverberated with modern energy from contemporary shops and cafes on streets plotted in the mid-18th century. Outside the city hub, housing developments around the Loudoun County seat insulate rather than isolate the Colonial city of nearly 50,000.Originally named George Town after the English monarch, the town’s name was changed in 1758 to honor the Lee family, including Thomas Lee, a plantation owner and politician. Lee was the patron of a political dynasty that continued ...
On a recent morning in Leesburg, Virginia, King Street reverberated with modern energy from contemporary shops and cafes on streets plotted in the mid-18th century. Outside the city hub, housing developments around the Loudoun County seat insulate rather than isolate the Colonial city of nearly 50,000.
Originally named George Town after the English monarch, the town’s name was changed in 1758 to honor the Lee family, including Thomas Lee, a plantation owner and politician. Lee was the patron of a political dynasty that continued with his son, Francis Lightfoot Lee, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Robert E. Lee, who stayed in the city during the Civil War campaign, was Thomas Lee’s great-grand nephew.
Plenty of towns in the region boast historical neighborhoods, but few compare to Leesburg, which established its Old and Historic District more than 60 years ago when its population was under 5,000. The 365-acre district features Colonial, federal and Georgian styles of architecture. Home buyers in the district, which was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970, must follow strict guidelines for renovations.
For buyers of these eclectic homes, that’s rarely a problem. “I find that most people that buy historic homes in downtown Leesburg, that’s what they like. They love the story, they love the rich history that we have here in Loudoun, in Virginia history, really,” said Vicky Noufal of Platinum Group Real Estate. “And so they are very great about preserving the integrity and the exterior and the charm. They’re revitalizing it and that’s why they are buying it.”
In a leafy stretch of Market Street, Thomas Balch Library both chronicles and reflects the changes of Leesburg. Stack after stack in the Georgian Revival building hold volumes of Virginia family histories. The 118-year-old library was founded as a subscription library and remained so for decades. Although it technically became a public library in 1960, it remained segregated until 1965. The city took over in 1994, designating it a history and genealogy center. It is now also a designated research site for the history of the Underground Railroad.
For buyers of these eclectic homes, that’s rarely a problem. “I find that most people that buy historic homes in downtown Leesburg, that’s what they like. They love the story, they love the rich history that we have here in Loudoun, in Virginia history, really,” said Vicky Noufal of Platinum Group Real Estate. “And so they are very great about preserving the integrity and the exterior and the charm. They’re revitalizing it and that’s why they are buying it.”
Noufal recalls crying on the settlement day for her home, 21 years ago. “I was so excited to have this amazing lifestyle,” she said. “but then on settlement day, I tried to order pizza and they wouldn’t deliver. They said. ‘It’s too far.’”
Since then, however, the Washington Metro system has expanded to neighboring Ashburn; Route 7, which follows the path of a Colonial road, has been substantially expanded, and more than 10 commuter buses can reach their first District stop in less than an hour. Suburban subdivisions now surround the city, and retail options including big box shops are nearby. Buyers looking for houses on acreage can find parcels amid the vineyards and rolling hills.
That makes Leesburg a sweet spot, said Anna Carneal Davis, a genealogy associate at the library. Married to a journalist who works in downtown Washington, she enjoys the small-town life, with nature to the west and a major Metro line on the east.
"We wanted to have Leesburg as our home base because of that nice blend you still get … nature and your access to things that are farther west, but you also get that blend of amenities,” said Carneal Davis, who grew up in western Loudoun County and Purcellville.
A few steps from the library is the Tally Ho Theater, a music venue that draws local and national acts, and a short walk from there is King Street, the heart of the city’s First Friday celebrations offering arts and food.
“You really don't lose that sense of community here in Leesburg, despite the fact that things have grown exponentially,” Carneal Davis said. “There's just a very ingrained, strong sense of community regardless of that.”
Living there: MLS listings show 117 homes on the market, ranging from a condominium for $268,080 to a $3,499,000 six-bedroom house on more than 22 acres.
In the last year, 1,192 homes were sold in Leesburg. The lowest-price one sold for $165,000, the highest for $4.65 million. The average price was $867,000, up from the previous year’s average of $803,000.
Nearby: Loudoun County has more than 50 vineyards and wineries. Rust Nature Sanctuary, Red Rock Wilderness Overlook Regional Park and the Potomac River are near Leesburg.
Public Schools: Ball’s Bluff, Catoctin, Cool Spring, Evergreen Mill, Frances Hazel Reid, Frederick Douglass, John W. Tolbert and Leesburg elementary schools, Harper Park, J.L. Simpson, Smart’s Mill middle schools, and Heritage, Loudoun County, Tuscarora and North Star high schools.
Transit: Commuter bus service is available to Washington. The Ashburn Metro station, on the Silver Line, is about 10 miles away. In the city, four local bus routes are operated by Loudoun County Transit and Commuter Services.
With the property acquired in 2001, the groundbreaking ceremony for a Balls Bluff Veterans Park this Saturday marks a significant step forward in what has been a lengthy process for the Town of Leesburg.The town and Nova Parks acquired 141 acres adjacent to the Balls Bluff Regional Park, with the town’s share of 86 acres planned to be developed along the Potomac River near the Potomac Crossing neighborhood in northeast Leesburg.Phase One of the project will include the construction of a two-lane, three-quarter-mile access...
With the property acquired in 2001, the groundbreaking ceremony for a Balls Bluff Veterans Park this Saturday marks a significant step forward in what has been a lengthy process for the Town of Leesburg.
The town and Nova Parks acquired 141 acres adjacent to the Balls Bluff Regional Park, with the town’s share of 86 acres planned to be developed along the Potomac River near the Potomac Crossing neighborhood in northeast Leesburg.
Phase One of the project will include the construction of a two-lane, three-quarter-mile access road from Ball’s Bluff Road to the river, along with parking lots, a boat ramp for non-motorized watercraft, and other related improvements. The second phase, to be completed in fall 2029, will include roadway upgrades, additional parking, a picnic pavilion, and upgrades to the existing silos and trail improvements.
The ceremony will be held at 42314 Ball’s Bluff Road NE, starting at 10 a.m.
Leesburg's Department of Economic Development yesterday held its annual business awards, highlighting the community contributions of businesses and individuals in a variety of categories.
Brianne Grant and Cheryl Strasser of Cowbell Kitchen took home the George C. Marshall Award, which celebrates community leaders who demonstrate exemplary commitment to the community above and beyond business contributions. Grant and Strasser were recognized not only for their popular downtown café, but also their partnership with the Love KK Foundation, which combats food insecurity by providing locally grown products to the Lucketts community food pantry.
BENEFIT took home the Arts and Cultural Award, given to a business organization or individual that contributes to or actively supports art within the town. BENEFIT is a coalition of musicians and community leaders who use music to fundraise for charitable causes, including at the annual Crossroads Music Festival held each fall.
The Community Ambassador Award was given to Pawsitivity Pet Services, for contributing time, talent, and resources to promote the town’s positive image.
“They contribute to a culture that elevates the community,” Mayor Kelly Burk said. “They’ve continued to grow in Leesburg and give back in meaningful and active ways, distributing their time, their resources and energy towards bettering the lives of local residents and shelter animals with direct donations and volunteering in community based activities.”
The New or Expanding Business Award was presented to Wonder Childhood Discovery. Burk said that the company “sprouted from the gap in our local community for early childhood development, focused on sensory friendly activities for young families.”
The Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties took home the Nonprofit Award, which celebrates an organization that serves or benefits Leesburg residents and businesses with a direct involvement and commitment to the community.
The People’s Choice Award, selected by the public from the list of businesses nominated across all categories, was given to Wonder Childhood Discovery.
The Sterling man convicted of providing drugs that resulted in a teen’s fatal fentanyl overdose in 2022 was sentenced today to a 25-year prison term.
Haider Sudhuzai pleaded guilty in February to distribution to a minor of a schedule II drug.
During the May 29 sentencing hearing, Circuit Court Judge James E. Plowman handed down the 25-year sentence, with 11 years suspended.
Sudhuzai, a Pizza Hut worker, gave a 17-year-old, identified with nickname “Eden” in court documents, fentanyl on Sept. 24, 2022. Her twin sister discovered Eden dead in her room the next day. A toxicology report from the Virginia Chief Medical Examiner’s Office found fentanyl in her bloodstream. That blood sample also revealed Bupropion, and Fluoxitine.
Investigators linked Suhuzai to the case using Eden’s phone and a law enforcement database that led them to Suhuzai’s FaceBook profile, his driver’s license and vehicle registration. While search his vehicle, investigators found fentanyl inside, according to case evidence. Also according to evidence, Sudhuzai met with Eden and her partner at a 7-Eleven and handed the two a “white powdery substance.”
During the sentencing hearing, prosecutors called four witnesses to the stand — her parents, girlfriend, and a sister.
Her father said the family has been experiencing disenfranchised grief – that the social stigma of losing a child to a drug overdose, combined with shame and guilt made coping more difficult.
“Every day is a horrible day. It has aged me quickly,” he said.
Eden’s girlfriend said no child should have to go through the death of their first love. She said the possibility that her friends and family are dead is the first thing that pops into her head when they don’t answer the phone.
Eden’s mother said Eden’s twin sister suffers from severe PTSD, phobias, and severe social anxiety after what happened. She has refused to celebrate the birthday she used to share with her sister, she said.
Sudhuzai’s attorney argued that he was remorseful, evidenced by him not requesting bond. Sudhuzai apologized to the family in the court room. He said he knows there isn’t anything he can do to make the situation better, but that he was trying every day to be a better person.
Sudhuzai’s sister, Suniya Sudhuzai, brother Akbar Sudhuzai, and his brother’s girlfriend Belinda Bargas also testified during the hearing.
Suniya said Sudhuzai was an addict who had overdosed 11 times previously and that the family had been trying to do everything they could to help him. She said Sudhuzai struggled with cultural stigmas around mental health and substance abuse as the son of immigrant parents.
Sudhuzai’s attorney described him as addict “scraping the bottom of the barrel,” not a high-level drug dealer or someone “profiteering off poison.”
Plowman said the state’s sentencing guidelines offered a range of five to 40 years in prison based on the quantity of the drug, the degree of profiteering, and prior convictions.
“I don’t have any info to suggest that Sudhuzai was a profiteer,” he said, weighing the facts of the case. He also noted that, despite Sudhuzai’s difficult upbringing, both his brother and sister are “productive members of society.”
“No matter what the sentence is, it’s not going to make things right,” Plowman said.
Amazon has acquired land in Leesburg, Virginia for potential data center development.BizJournal reports Amazon Data Services Inc. paid $195 million for 97 acres centered at 41789 Cochran Mill Road in Northern Virginia’s Loudoun County from Luck Stone Corp.“We are constantly evaluating new locations based on customer demand," an Amazon spokesperson told BJ in an ...
Amazon has acquired land in Leesburg, Virginia for potential data center development.
BizJournal reports Amazon Data Services Inc. paid $195 million for 97 acres centered at 41789 Cochran Mill Road in Northern Virginia’s Loudoun County from Luck Stone Corp.
“We are constantly evaluating new locations based on customer demand," an Amazon spokesperson told BJ in an email.
Luck Stone has been seeking to rezone the land for data center use since 2023; the company has downsized from its original plans and is currently requesting permission for four two-story data center buildings totaling around one million square feet (92,903 sqm).
Luck Stone has operated a quarry at the site since the early 1970s. When the company first submitted a request for a pre-application in 2022, Jon Riley, the general manager of Luck Real Estate Ventures, said the company had been approached by “more than one” data center company for this piece of its property.
Loudoun Now this week reported that the county board of supervisors deferred another data center request nearby to the Amazon-acquired land after it failed to garner enough support.
JK Land Holdings had requested permission for up to 742,000 sq ft (68,934 sqm) of data center use along Crosstrail Boulevard and Sycolin Road just south of Leesburg Executive Airport. The development is known as the Cross Mill Center.
The Loudoun planning commission and county staff had both recommended approval.
After revision, JK Land Holdings had reduced the request down from the original 928,000 sq ft (86,214 sqm).
A motion to approve the application by Supervisor Caleb A. Kershner (R-Catoctin) failed with supervisors opposing the motion, citing concerns about compatibility with the surrounding area and proximity to the Leesburg Executive Airport.
Supervisor Laura A. TeKrony (D-Little River) said there are better uses for the area than data centers.
“This is not an industrial area. The property is next to Bolen [Memorial] Park, off Crosstrail Boulevard that has very steep slopes. It's also adjacent to a gravel road,” she said.
A motion by Briskman to deny the application was stopped by a second motion by Kershner to defer the item. The project will come before the board again on June 3.
JK Land Holdings and its owner, Chuck Kuhn, are major data center players in Loudoun County, with multiple projects in various stages of development across the region.
Beyond Loudoun, two data center campuses planned outside Richmond in Chesterfield County moved a step closer to approval.
Richmond Bizsense reports the Chesterfield County planning commission last month unanimously voted to recommend approval of requests by the county’s Economic Development Authority to rezone more than 1,300 acres for two data center campuses.
The first project would be near Moseley on the upper Magnolia Green west tract, and the other on part of the Watkins Centre near Westchester Commons.
First proposed earlier this year, the Upper Magnolia Green project would cover 970 acres, portions of which were rezoned in 2022 for a technology park. Split into two tracts - the first is 870 acres, and the development would be limited to data centers and related accessory uses. Tract B would be limited to data centers, offices, labs, pharmaceutical products, manufacturing, and R&D facilities, and a few other principal uses.
Neither the number nor the scope of any data centers that could be developed on the two plots has been shared.
County staff had recommended approval for the rezoning.
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