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 Liberty Garden 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 Bossier City, LA 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 North Bossier 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 2Johns Steak & Seafood or visit Former home of country music legend Hank Williams, 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 Bossier City, LA, 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 Bossier City, LA 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 Bossier City, LA 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.
Arkansas-based coffee chain 7 Brew is coming to northwest Louisiana, adding to dozens of coffee options in the area.The brand started in Rogers, Arkansas with one shop in 2017 and has been on a tear ever since with plans to open four locations in Louisiana in the next few months.You can now find 7 Brew in more than 30 states. A ...
Arkansas-based coffee chain 7 Brew is coming to northwest Louisiana, adding to dozens of coffee options in the area.
The brand started in Rogers, Arkansas with one shop in 2017 and has been on a tear ever since with plans to open four locations in Louisiana in the next few months.
You can now find 7 Brew in more than 30 states. A total of 120 new locations opened in 2024, following growth of 373% in 2023. QSR Magazine called 7 Brew the fastest growing restaurant chain in the country.
Landon Evans, the regional manager for 7 Brew in east Texas and western Louisiana has been spending a lot of time in northwest Louisiana recently, prepping for their first opening on Monday, March 3 in Natchitoches.
Next will be a location at Airline Drive and Interstate 20 in Bossier City planned for Monday, March 31. Evans said the chain's openings are always on a Monday.
"The Friday, Saturday and Sunday before we open at every location, we have what's called friends and family, and literally, everyone's invited. It's specifically for training purposes, and it's all free, small drinks, anything on the menu," Evans said.
Bossier City resident Faith Acton is a 7 Brew fan. Her first 7 Brew experience was in Corpus Christi, Texas, but since then she has sought out their coffee at other locations in Arkansas. She is looking forward to her first northwest Louisiana Blondie, an iced drink made with coffee and half and half.
"I get this every time I go," she said.
Evans believes that the brand will win people over; they are banking on it, in fact. A Shreveport 7 Brew will be next and will come before the "end of the year."
Evans said the coffee is good, but there is another reason customers are drawn to the brand ... their corporate desire to give customers "joy."
There is no indoor seating at 7 Brew, but there is a walk-up order window. Most of the orders are drive-thru.
"To people who've never heard of 7 Brew or never been to 7 Brew, we like to say, if Starbucks and Chick fil A had a baby, they spit out 7 Brew." Evans said.
He said employees with iPads are outside taking orders in the double drive thru lanes. There are no speakers and no takeout window.
"Then once you get up to the actual lane, they're not windows, they're doors. So like, we're standing outside with you guys," Evans said. If things get busy, an employee will run your drinks or food to you.
Speaking of food, 7 Brew has limited options of chocolate, lemon poppy seed, and blueberry muffin tops. It's really all about the beverages, and they range from coffees to smoothies, shakes, lemonade, teas, Italian sodas and 7 Brew's own energy drinks.
This week, weather permitting, the pre-manufactured 7 Brew building will be dropped onto its Bossier City foundation. Hiring has already begun and eventually, between 50 and 60 employees will be brought on.
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BOSSIER CITY, La. (KSLA) - The grand opening date for the new Live! Casino in Bossier City is getting closer, and on Thursday (Feb. 6), KSLA got a special sneak peek of the $270 million property.The casino is set to open to the public Thursday, Feb. 13 at 8 p.m., pending final approval from the Louisiana Gaming Control Board.During the media tour, KSLA was able to see the hotel rooms, the casino gaming floor, restaurants, meeting rooms, entertainment venues, and local artwork that has been installed....
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KSLA) - The grand opening date for the new Live! Casino in Bossier City is getting closer, and on Thursday (Feb. 6), KSLA got a special sneak peek of the $270 million property.
The casino is set to open to the public Thursday, Feb. 13 at 8 p.m., pending final approval from the Louisiana Gaming Control Board.
During the media tour, KSLA was able to see the hotel rooms, the casino gaming floor, restaurants, meeting rooms, entertainment venues, and local artwork that has been installed.
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“February 13th will be an unforgettable night as we open our doors for the first time to present the most spectacular gaming and entertainment facility the four-state region has ever experienced,” said John J. Chaszar, executive vice president and general manager of Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana. “Our team members will be ready to welcome our guests like family, and our slots and tables will be ready for winners, so we hope everyone will come join in on the celebration.”
Sports & Social – A high-energy sports bar offering an immersive game-watching experience with an LED media wall, craft cocktails, and interactive entertainment. DraftKings Sportsbook is located inside.
PBR Cowboy Bar – An authentic country western experience with live country music, mechanical bull riding, and high-energy nightlife
Luk Fu – A vibrant Asian restaurant featuring traditional flavors from Vietnam, Japan, Korea, and China, offering dim sum, pho, sushi, and wok-fried dishes
The Prime Rib – A fine-dining steakhouse known for its award-winning prime rib, premium cuts, seafood, and elegant ambiance
Ridotto Grand Café – An all-day eatery near the hotel lobby, serving Italian specialties inspired by Venice’s historic first casino
The R-Bar – A unique bar serving up the best crafted cocktails, the freshest oysters from around the world, and live entertainment daily
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“We’ve been counting down to this moment, and we’re ready to deliver an experience like no other,” said Joshua Robinson, vice president of marketing at Live! Casino. “Now’s the time to plan your visit—book your stay, grab tickets to a show, indulge in our incredible restaurants, and maybe even become our first big jackpot winner!”
To celebrate the grand opening, the casino will host a fireworks show at 7:45 p.m. on Feb. 13.
Officials at the casino say they’re currently training more than 800 new employees so they’ll be ready for guests on opening night.
The hotel features 255 king rooms, 267 queen rooms, 23 suites, and five penthouses. Services at the hotel include high-speed Wi-Fi, valet parking, complimentary self-parking, and complimentary EV charging stations. There’s also a pool, fitness center, DraftKings Sportsbook, and an RV park.
“Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana will redefine entertainment in the region by offering everything under one roof – from fine dining and live entertainment to top-tier casino games,” said Chaszar. “With the addition of the DraftKings Sportsbook, we are elevating the experience for sports fans, connecting them to a new level of engagement across some of America’s most popular leagues, including the NFL, NBA, and more. From cheering on the Dallas Cowboys to the LSU Tigers and every team in between, the new retail DraftKings Sportsbook will be an incredibly popular entertainment option for the entire Ark-La-Tex region.”
DraftKings offers guests betting offerings and options, including live wagers and player proposition bets. There’s also a media wall so guests can watch multiple games live at once.
“We are excited to expand our relationship with The Cordish Companies and open a new retail DraftKings Sportsbook at Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana,” said Michael Kibort, VP of product operations for DraftKings. “With a shared commitment to innovation and entertainment, our latest retail sportsbook will deliver a premier sports betting experience just in time for fans to cheer on their favorite college basketball teams during March Madness.”
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(The Center Square) — The Bossier City Council approved the Five Year Capital Projects Plan for 2025-2029 in this week's meeting.While the motion does not approve the actual funding, it does approve the overall plan presented to the state to receive funding for specific projects, one council member noted. This process is required annually by the Bossier City Charter and includes master plans from different departments like engineering, parks and recreation, and public works.According to the ...
(The Center Square) — The Bossier City Council approved the Five Year Capital Projects Plan for 2025-2029 in this week's meeting.
While the motion does not approve the actual funding, it does approve the overall plan presented to the state to receive funding for specific projects, one council member noted. This process is required annually by the Bossier City Charter and includes master plans from different departments like engineering, parks and recreation, and public works.
According to the project plan, funding can come from various sources such as federal and state grants, local funds (sales tax revenues, hotel occupancy tax revenues, and water and sewer operating revenues), and revenue bonds. The plan gives a detailed overview of the next five years and potential projects the city can expect for consideration.
For the 2025 year, the project plan outlines nearly $9 million for transportation improvements, $350,000 for engineering projects, $500,000 for public works, $1.4 million for parks and recreation, $500,000 for building maintenance, roughly $7.2 million for water, and $3.7 million for sewer totaling a little over $23 million.
A big project worth noting is a multipurpose indoor sports venue, estimated at $20 million beginning in 2026 through 2029. Another engineering project includes the Council on Aging building, totaling $4 million between 2025 and 2026.
Other projects detailed are street and drainage repairs estimated at $1 million, parks and recreation improvement projects totaling nearly $25 million, building maintenance estimating $2.9 million, and drinking water and sewer improvement plans.
The council introduced other ordinances on Tuesday, including appropriating $2.5 million from the 2025 Emergency Medical Services Capital Fund to build a vehicle maintenance building garage for the Bossier City Fire Department.
The council carried a motion that authorizes the mayor to renew the cooperative endeavor agreement. This allows proceeds from the hotel occupancy tax to be used for the maintenance and operation of the Bossier City Civic Center, riverfront development, and downtown development.
The council said this does not make any changes but renews a longstanding agreement that has been in place for around 30 to 40 years.
An introduction of an ordinance to appropriate remaining funds from the 2018 LCDA Bond Fund was approved. This ordinance detailed $595,816 in funds to construct a shoot house and other improvements at the shooting range.
Other items discussed were a 5% increase in sales tax revenue since January of last year and an increase in the general fund spending from a $4.5 million transfer to water capital for the South Bossier Water Booster Pump Project Station in January.
Emilee Ruth Calametti serves as staff reporter for The Center Square covering the Northwestern Louisiana region. She holds her M.A. in English from Georgia State University and soon, an additional M.A. in Journalism from New York University. Emilee has bylines in DIG Magazine, Houstonia Magazine, Bookstr, inRegister, The Click News, and the Virginia Woolf Miscellany. She is a Louisiana native with over seven years of journalism experience.
(The Center Square) – The Bossier City Council addressed and passed final readings on ordinances amending budgets and renovations this week.As the council revisited unfinished business, six ordinances received passing votes during their final readings, one including renovations to the city hall chambers and another moving funds for city projects.The council adopted on Tuesday an ordinance appropriating $400,000 from the Sewer Capital and Contingency Fund for the recently discussed Riverview Sewer Lift Station Generator Pr...
(The Center Square) – The Bossier City Council addressed and passed final readings on ordinances amending budgets and renovations this week.
As the council revisited unfinished business, six ordinances received passing votes during their final readings, one including renovations to the city hall chambers and another moving funds for city projects.
The council adopted on Tuesday an ordinance appropriating $400,000 from the Sewer Capital and Contingency Fund for the recently discussed Riverview Sewer Lift Station Generator Project.
The ordinance was initially introduced during the March 11 council meeting. City Engineer Ben Rauschenbach said during this session that the water and sewer project is targeted for Live Casino in Bossier City, where they are concerned about sanitary sewer overflows.
The original discussion was to appropriate the funds from a different area, as the Riverboat Gaming Capital Projects fund is reserved for capital projects. One council member suggested the current Sewer Contingency fund.
The council passed an ordinance to amend ordinance 107 of 2023, which allows the transfer of surplus funding available for the final design and completion of the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality funding application for South Bossier Sewer Improvements.
A few ordinances were also passed to allow Mayor Thomas Chandler to execute a few agreements. One is between Bossier City and Lumen Technologies Group to upgrade existing circuits. This agreement will also allow them to increase bandwidth to meet the operational requirements at the public works complex. The second ordinance executed a cooperative agreement with Bossier City and LSU Ag Center.
The council has had ongoing discussions surrounding renovating the city hall chambers since the March 11 meeting. The council discussed the renovations in the previous meeting, as the chambers have not been renovated in nearly 40 years.
During this meeting, one council member was opposed. Renovations would include updating finishes, adding two additional seats, replacing the acoustics and IT projectors, and adding modern amenities to the existing space.
The council passed this ordinance in Tuesday’s meeting, approving the renovations. No dollar amount was specified during approval.
Emilee Ruth Calametti serves as staff reporter for The Center Square covering the Northwestern Louisiana region. She holds her M.A. in English from Georgia State University and soon, an additional M.A. in Journalism from New York University. Emilee has bylines in DIG Magazine, Houstonia Magazine, Bookstr, inRegister, The Click News, and the Virginia Woolf Miscellany. She is a Louisiana native with over seven years of journalism experience.
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Arc of Acadiana is committed to helping community members with disabilities live to their fullest potential, so much so that it is opening a new location in Bossier City, Louisiana....
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Arc of Acadiana is committed to helping community members with disabilities live to their fullest potential, so much so that it is opening a new location in Bossier City, Louisiana.
The Arc Caddo-Bossier to host Go for the Gold 5K & Fun Run
The new Bossier City residential facility will expand care for individuals with developmental disabilities in Northwest Louisiana.
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Their groundbreaking ceremony will be held:
Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM Location: 4708 Barksdale Boulevard, Bossier City, LA 71112
Local dignitaries, including State Senator Alan Seabaugh, State Representative Dennis Bamburg, Bossier Chamber CEO Lisa Johnson, and Arc of Acadiana CEO Cindy Leleux, will attend to mark this milestone.
The Arc Acadiana serves and helps adults with physical and developmental disabilities. It offers a wide variety of opportunities to support community members in increasing independence and confidence through job training, education, and skills building.
Their services include:
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