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 Margaret Mead House Historic Marker 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 Doylestown, PA 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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“Ken Good was a life saver in helping us find a CCRC in Doylestown, PA”
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“I am a past client of this provider Caregivers were excellent. Could not always get coverage”
“Working with ABC was an extremely positive experience. My mother's caregiver was caring, compassionate”
“Professional outfit, flexible to meet specific needs. Superb care assistants skilled in all aspects of”
“Ken and Rebecca go above and beyond for their clients, as do their staff. They”
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“Your loved ones will be in great care with Always Best Care of Greater Bethlehem.”
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“The service I received was fantastic. I did not feel at any time like anyone”
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“We are so grateful for Always Best Care BuxMont. Rebecca and Ken have been lifesavers for our family. We were using another company and both myself and my caretaker were extremely frustrated with the negligence of the former home care company. After a couple of phone calls with Rebecca and appointments with Ken we felt like we were breathing fresh air again. Their kindness comes through in every encounter and their business ethics are superior to other companies. The heartfelt care they have for their people is very evident. It is a relief and a pleasure to work with them, both for myself and my caretaker.”
“I am a current client of this provider She takes my mom to the doctor's. She helps with shopping and cleaning. Lilliana is very attentive and the caregiver my mom has is excellent. She shows up every day.”
“I am a current client of this provider They have helped me by helping with anything that I need. They help me with everyday living things. I like that they are attentive in the care that they give.”
“I am a current client of this provider They have helped cooking, preparing meals, bathing, and dressing. And they take Nicholas out. They are very thorough, nice people.”
“Always treated with respect and they showed care for my mother. Everyone was pleasant when I would call about different circumstances.”
“I am a current client of this provider I don't know what I would do without someone. I am thrilled I have them, especially someone that cares about me. I like that they are honest with me. I am honest with them. Ken has been good to me.”
“I am a current client of this provider The services are helpful because Rosa absolutely loves her caregivers. I would recommend Always Best Care Senior Services because the company is very easy to work with. They are very understanding and if a caregiver can't come, they find someone.”
“Ken Good was a life saver in helping us find a CCRC in Doylestown, PA for my brother in law, PP. We had 5 days notice that he could no longer stay at the rehab center. Within 24 hours, Ken sent an e-mail identifying facilities whom he had spoken to including 6 that would most likely PP given his limited assets in addition to those that would not and those who had not returned his call. These recommendations were updated daily. I don't know what we would have done but for Ken's knowledge, accessibility and obvious respect from so many facilities that promptly returned his call . Because of Ken's quick and accurate recommendations, PP was accepted to a Personal Care facility that meets his needs perfectly. We highly recommend Ken Good and Always Best Care Senior Services”
“My beloved dad recently passed away after losing his battle with cancer. During his last months, he was lucky enough to have had Claire as his caregiver and friend. I firmly believe that Claire extended my dad’s life because of the love, laughter, compassion, silliness and extraordinary level of CARE she gave my dad - and she made him feel alive more than he had in a very long time. She was so good with him and he enjoyed his time with her so much that he actually forgot he was sick when she was around. They became forever friends, even though "forever" didn’t last long enough. From the very first day that I contacted Always Best Care of Upper BuxMont/Doylestown to arrange home care for my dad, I was met with an impressive and unexpected level of kindness, understanding and humanity. The owners, along with their team, felt like part of my family - which sounds strange I suppose, but there’s really no better way to describe it. This is not your typical caregiving agency, that’s for sure! I will forever be grateful to all of these wonderful people for how well they treated my dad.”
“I am a past client of this provider My beloved dad recently passed away after losing his battle with cancer. During his last months, he was lucky enough to have had Claire as his caregiver and friend. I firmly believe that Claire extended my dad's life because of the love, laughter, compassion, silliness and extraordinary level of CARE she gave my dad - and she made him feel alive more than he had in a very long time. She was so good with him and he enjoyed his time with her so much that he actually forgot he was sick when she was around. They became forever friends, even though "forever" didn't last long enough. From the very first day that I contacted Always Best Care of Upper BuxMont/Doylestown to arrange home care for my dad, I was met with an impressive and unexpected level of kindness, understanding and humanity. The owners, along with their team, felt like part of my family - which sounds strange I suppose, but there's really no better way to describe it. This is not your typical caregiving agency, that's for sure! I will forever be grateful to all of these wonderful people for how well they treated my dad.”
“I am a current client of this provider My elderly mother and I could not ask for better care! This is the 4th "agency" we've worked with, but Always Best Care is not an agency; they are more like family because they treat you like a family member. Ken and Rebecca are 100% honest & sincere in every aspect. I have never worked with more knowledgeable, caring people. Everyone communicates exceptionally; if there is a change or if someone runs late, you are notified right away (and those things don't happen often). With regard to caregivers, again they are exceptional, and like family. My loved one can be very challenging but they handle every situation with great care & commitment. I could not have survived the last few years without the care of two ladies in particular - they cared for my mother better than other family members did! Always Best Care is 100% responsive; you do not have to wait to hear from them or place a follow-up call. If the answer is not immediate, they will absolutely get back to you within hours. Always Best Care adapted to the Covid-19 issues seamlessly; no care was interrupted, and the utmost safety precautions were always in place. Always Best Care was able to help my mother keep her independence for as long as possible. They always treated my mother with respect and were always thoughtful of her dignity. Their business is appropriately named!”
“Always Best Care Senior Services provided very professional services that resulted in finding the best personal care facility fit for my mother. They have a passion for helping seniors and prioritize the health and well-being of their clients over everything else. I would highly recommend them when you are in a position of finding senior care services for your loved ones.”
“If your loved one needs in home care, I highly recommend Always Best Care of Bethlehem. Wonderful staff and excellent caregivers that go above and beyond what is expected of them!”
“I am a past client of this provider Ken and his team took wonderful, loving care of my mother. I could not have asked for more.”
“I am a past client of this provider Kerry Ann was always on time and she did a wonderful job working and keeping my son (Dan) busy. Very satisfied and please tell her thanks.”
“I am a past client of this provider Caregivers were excellent. Could not always get coverage when I needed.”
“Working with ABC was an extremely positive experience. My mother's caregiver was caring, compassionate and efficient in every way. Ken Good and the staff at the agency were always supportive, positive and responsive. I would highly recommend the agency. Thank you for everything.”
“Professional outfit, flexible to meet specific needs. Superb care assistants skilled in all aspects of health care. Always Best Care management is available whenever needed to address any specific issues. Small company gives personalized service, always meeting needs. Highly recommend to anyone in need of senior services.”
“Ken and Rebecca go above and beyond for their clients, as do their staff. They handled emergent situations for my grandmother when we were on vacation - staying with her the entire time at the hospital. Ken also did significant research for our decision to put her in an assisted living community. I highly recommend Always Best Care.”
“I am a past client of this provider First of all, ABC's people are ALL really good at what they do. Ken is a true gem - the time and effort he put into making sure my mother was comfortable was truly impressive.”
“Your loved ones will be in great care with Always Best Care of Greater Bethlehem.”
“Ken Good was so helpful and knowledgable when my elderly father needed in-home care. He actually came to the rehab center to meet us where my father was getting physical therapy after a fall. This way he was able to accurately access how much care my father would need and which caregivers would be the right fit. We were afraid we'd have to move him to a nursing home but fortunately we were able to set up in-home care. It's been four months now and we have been very happy with the caregivers who have been assigned to my father. Always Best Care is very responsive and flexible in adjusting hours as needed, somehow managing to keep the caregivers my parents have bonded with even though the hours have been reduced. We are happy our parents are able to age in place with care as they need it.”
“The service I received was fantastic. I did not feel at any time like anyone was selling me anything or pressuring me (and I deal with salespeople all day long at my job, so I know what I'm talking about). I dealt with Ken Good, who was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. If you feel alone and struggling with caring for a loved one, give them a call.”
“Ken and Rebecca have been extremely helpful during the process of finding in-home care for my in-laws. They have been sensitive to our needs, diligent in their efforts to provide the best possible care, and consistent in their follow-up to see if things are satisfactory. We have been executing this process from out-of-state and the process has been very smooth. Through phone calls and face-to-face meetings when possible, both Ken and Rebecca have been professional, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services.”
“Always Best Care Senior Services provided very professional services that resulted in finding the best personal care facility fit for my mother. They have a passion for helping seniors and prioritize the health and well-being of their clients over everything else. I would highly recommend them when you are in a position of finding senior care services for your loved ones.”
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 William E. Neis 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 Honey or visit 104th Pennsylvaina Monument, 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 Doylestown, PA, 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 Doylestown, PA 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 Doylestown, PA 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
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LAHASKA, PA — Peddler’s Village will celebrate apple season with a two-day festival on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 2 and 3 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days.
The 49th Annual Apple Festival will bring to the village live entertainment, family activities, apple-inspired food and drinks, and a selection of baked goods, including lattice apple pies that will be available for pre-order. Admission is free.
Entertainment will include live musical performances by the Michael Christopher Band, Vintage Village Tribe, Funkin’ Soulnuts, Big Chill, and Rendition Jazz Band, among others. Activities include axe throwing, lawn games, sand art, face painting, bounce houses, pony rides, a petting zoo, and mural painting.
Pouring apple cider at the festival. (Photo by Paul Boger)
Fresh apples from Bechdolt's Orchards will be available for sale both days. (Paul Boger)
Fresh local apples from Bechdolt’s Orchards, cider, apple fritters, lattice apple pies, and other apple-themed treats, food, and drinks will be available for purchase all weekend long (while supplies last) at various tents throughout the Village including the Water Wheel Tent and the Event Tent.
Apple pies can be pre-ordered until Nov. 1 at PeddlersVillage.com. Peddler’s Village-owned restaurants will also offer apple-themed food and drink specials every day from Nov. 1 through Nov. 11.
The Peddler’s Village Apple Festival is one of the most popular events in the Greater Philadelphia region, so high traffic volume can be expected. VIP packages are available for purchase that include a premier parking spot in a designated parking area, two t-shirts, a $20 dining gift card, and carousel ride passes valid at Giggleberry Fair.
Sponsors for the Apple Festival are: AARP, Fitz's Fish Ponds, Global Home Improvement, Gutter Guys, Herr's, Luxury Bath Technologies, Passanante's Home Food Service, Renewal by Andersen, USA Insulation, Visit Bucks County, and Xfinity.
To inquire about 2024-25 festival sponsorships, email Justin Seery at [email protected]. For more information about Peddler’s Village or Apple Festival, visit PeddlersVillage.com or call 215-794-4000.
Artists created this flower bouquet from a pumpkin at Pumpkinfest, which ran from Oct. 26-27, 2024, at the Tileworks in Doylestown.Photo Credit: Ed Doyle By Ed DoyleLast updated October 29, 2024 at 5:37 PMDOYLESTOWN, PA—The big draw for Pumpkinfest, a traditional way to enjoy fall for many residents for the last 30 years, is the array of elaborately carved art made from pumpkins. But this year’s festival also put a spotlight on another group: young people.The bands playing on the stage...
Artists created this flower bouquet from a pumpkin at Pumpkinfest, which ran from Oct. 26-27, 2024, at the Tileworks in Doylestown.Photo Credit: Ed Doyle
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Last updated October 29, 2024 at 5:37 PM
DOYLESTOWN, PA—The big draw for Pumpkinfest, a traditional way to enjoy fall for many residents for the last 30 years, is the array of elaborately carved art made from pumpkins. But this year’s festival also put a spotlight on another group: young people.
The bands playing on the stage, for example, were all made up of young people who might have a hard time finding places to play before an audience. And most of the artists displaying were young people, many of whom hadn’t exhibited their work in a craft-show type of environment.
Local band Giants of All Sizes played at Pumpkinfest, which ran from Oct. 26-27, 2024, at the Tileworks in Doylestown.
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Ashley Crowell, Executive Director of BC Cares, the group behind Pumpkinfest, said the attention being paid to young people made sense given the group’s mission, which is to “empower” youth by promoting “educational success and community involvement.”
Crowell said that while Pumpkinfest’s primary purpose is to raise money for BC Cares to support its mission, she wanted it to place a strong emphasis on young people during this year’s festival. “Pumpkinfest functions not only as a fundraiser,” Crowell said, “but as a program that’s serving the purpose of our organization.”
In the fundraising department, this year’s festival sold 3,000-plus wristbands, putting the event considerably ahead of last year’s headcount of 2,000. That increase in ticket sales will help the group’s bottom line.
An armadillo, a scorpion and two cacti carved from a pumpkin at Pumpkinfest, which ran from Oct. 26-27, 2024, at the Tileworks in Doylestown.
And when it came to giving more attention to young people, Crowell thought the festival did just as good of a job. She noted that in previous incarnations of Pumpkinfest, for example, the musical acts were often bands that featured adult musicians. She thought it was important to change that this year.
“Adults get to play everywhere,” Crowell said, noting that her brother and father are both musicians. “It’s a big deal for young people to play in front of this many people and have that kind of exposure.”
Crowell added that the festival this year also made sure that the vendor area featured the work of young artists. She explained that most haven’t exhibited at large art festivals before, so Pumpkinfest was a chance for them to learn what it’s like to display and sell their work.
A Tiffany lamp carved from a pumpkin at Pumpkinfest, which ran from Oct. 26-27, 2024, at the Tileworks in Doylestown.
“All of our youth artists reported that they did well,” Crowell said. “They put on their entrepreneur hats and felt really good at the end of the weekend.”
While young musicians played in bands and young artists displayed their wares, crowds lined up on the other side of the Tileworks lawn to see carved pumpkins. Thirteen teams of artists participated in this year’s event, producing carvings that left many attendees wondering how the final product ever began with a pumpkin.
A good example was a scene featuring an armadillo, a cactus and a scorpion, all carved from a single pumpkin. There was also a Tiffany lamp made from a pumpkin hanging in one artist’s booth, a floral arrangement complete with colorful flowers carved from a pumpkin, and a portrait of Pablo Picasso carved into another pumpkin.
A pumpkin carving from Pumpkinfest, which ran from Oct. 26-27, 2024, at the Tileworks in Doylestown.
While many of the carvers have been attending Pumpkinfest for years, their work felt fresh and offered some surprises.
“It felt like everybody upped their game this year,” Crowell said of the pumpkin artists. “Everyone is so talented, it feels like they all deserve to win.”
A pumpkin carving from Pumpkinfest, which ran from Oct. 26-27, 2024, at the Tileworks in Doylestown.
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Bucks County voters now have until Friday to complete the on-demand voting process following a lawsuit filed by the Trump campaign this week. The original deadline was Tuesday at 5 p.m.But before you head to a coun...
Bucks County voters now have until Friday to complete the on-demand voting process following a lawsuit filed by the Trump campaign this week. The original deadline was Tuesday at 5 p.m.
But before you head to a county building, here's what you need to know.
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No, Pennsylvania does not have early voting, and there is no funding for it. Don't expect to go to a county building Thursday or Friday and vote the way you do at the polls in November. It's a process, and it will take time. An on-demand ballot is a mail-in ballot.
It is the same as receiving a mail ballot, but the process of applying, receiving and returning that ballot is done in one process at the same time at the county building.
On-demand voting is essentially voting by mail, but requesting, filling out and returning the mail ballot in one stop instead of mailing the ballot back or returning it to one of 11 drop boxes currently available in Bucks County. You must apply for an on-demand ballot at the county building in Doylestown. The court order extending the deadline appears to allow the county to only offer the process in Doylestown, closing its operations out of Levittown and Quakertown. The county is seeking clarifiction from the courts on location and time.
Currently the county is allowing on-demand voting at all three offices as of Thursday and are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday.
Here's a video of what to expect.
It will likely take hours in line.
“In-person, on-demand, mail-in voting is a multi-step process that requires the assistance of a full-time trained (Board of Elections) staff member before the ballot is accepted. We estimate each on-demand vote takes about 12 minutes to process,” said county Commissioner Bob Harvie, who is also chair of the board of elections. “Political campaigns — past and present — have sent out numerous mailers and run countless ads telling people to 'vote early,' but in Pennsylvania there is no such thing.”
It has been taking hours to process all the voters in line each day and the speed of the process is limited by the need to use a specialized printer and equipment and by staff resources as only specially trained employees can process the applications, according to court documents. Several Bucks County residents have reported waits of three to five hours.
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"You will need your PennDOT ID number or the last 4 digits of your Social Security number. Please refer to the list of ID requirements for mail-in or absentee ballots for more information," according to the state.
No, it's too late. The last day to register for a mail-in ballot was Tuesday, Oct. 29. Those mail ballots must be returned to the Bucks County Board of Elections by 8 p.m. on Nov. 5.
Whether it's your first time voting by mail or you've used mail ballots before, the website for the Pennsylvania Department of State and the Bucks County Board of Elections are the best sources for voting information.
You can check the status of your mail ballot application and whether it’s been sent out online at www.pavoterservices.pa.gov.
As of Tuesday, Oct. 15, drop boxes are available at the at the following Bucks County government buildings:
The drop boxes are to be open for voters to return their ballots between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Doylestown location and from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Levittown and Quakertown buildings. The drop boxes are to also remain open until 8 p.m. Nov. 5.
In addition, the county buildings are to have drop boxes available between noon and 5 p.m. Oct. 26 and Nov. 2 only. The county’s website includes a list of currently eight other drop box locations at libraries throughout the county and the hours they are available.
Absolutely. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5. As long as you are in line by 8 p.m., you will be allowed to vote.
Residents group grants continuance in zoning board matter pending the outcome of its court appeals.Patch Staff|Updated Tue, Oct 29, 2024 at 8:09 am ETBUCKINGHAM TOWNSHIP, PA — A developer seeking to build a warehouse in the township but was denied by the board of supervisors in July tried unsuccessfully to quash a zoning appeal by the grassroots group, No Buckingham Warehouse, on Monday night.No Buckingham Warehouse and its lawyer, H. Peter Nelson, appeared before the zoning board ready to argue its appeal...
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|Updated Tue, Oct 29, 2024 at 8:09 am ET
BUCKINGHAM TOWNSHIP, PA — A developer seeking to build a warehouse in the township but was denied by the board of supervisors in July tried unsuccessfully to quash a zoning appeal by the grassroots group, No Buckingham Warehouse, on Monday night.
No Buckingham Warehouse and its lawyer, H. Peter Nelson, appeared before the zoning board ready to argue its appeal of a determination by the township's zoning officer that what the developer was proposing back in July was a truck terminal and not a warehouse.
While the township denied plans for the 150,000 square foot warehouse in July citing more than 20 reasons, the grassroots citizens group has taken court action to ensure the denial is upheld in court. They are worried that the township's denial will not hold up during the appeals process.
As part of that process, No Buckingham Warehouse filed its appeal seeking a determination from the zoning board to take to the Court of Court of Common Pleas to bolster its case in Doylestown.
No Buckingham Warehouse argues that the projected 90 anticipated tractor trailer trips per day (representing over 23,000 truck trips per year) clearly shows that the proposed building was not being constructed for warehouse storage, but as a truck terminal.
Land development attorney Ed Murphy, representing J.G. Petrucci, the equitable owner of the property bordered by Cold Spring Creamery Road, Stony Lane, Burnt House Hill Road and Landisville Road, asked the zoning to quash the appeal. Murphy, however, found no support on the zoning board to prevent the appeal from moving forward.
Craig Smith, the township's lawyer suggested “a stay” of the appeal pending a decision by the Bucks County Court of Common Pleas on whether the township’s rejection of the plan for 20 plus reasons is valid.
“If it is, we will be spending a lot of time and money on something we don’t need to be doing," said Smith of the zoning board appeal. "And if it turns out the court finds the turn down of the plan wasn’t valid, at that point you can go to the zoning board and decide what the use is. If we did that then this would be a real issue because it would be determinative as to whether this proposed use is allowed in this district.
"Right now it’s purely superfluous," he said. "These are protective actions taken just to have Mr. Nelson's clients to have the ability to fall back on this in the unexpected case that a judge finds that the township's turn down of this application was not valid. To go through all this now seems over lawyered and a waste of time and money."
Nelson said what Smith is saying makes sense and is the quicker, cheaper way to go, but he questioned what happens if the court rules in Mr. Murphy's favor and upholds his appeal.
"All the sudden we're going to spend a lot more time and money coming back here and going through this whole thing and then bringing that back to court and then re-litigating whether or not the denial should be upheld or thrown out," said Nelson.
Smith said the township is willing to stipulate that "Mr. Nelson's bases are covered by either holding this (the appeal) in abeyance or reserving him the right, if he needs to, that if it turns out our denial was insufficient, then this issue would be preserved."
After some discussion, Nelson agreed to grant the zoning board a continuance in order to meet with Smith and Murphy to see what they can come up with that will preserve the rights of his clients with regard to the zoning appeal.
"Mr. Nelson is concern that by not moving forward with this appeal he'll be waiving his clients' rights," said Smith. "What we're saying as a township is that we would agree to stipulate that he doesn't waive those rights and he doesn't have to come before the zoning board to preserve those rights. He will still have those rights in court in Doylestown."
During the talks with the other two lawyers, Nelson said he'll be looking for a consolidation of the court cases and language that holds the zoning board appeal in abeyance.
"If that's the case, we'll deal with the county court cases and we won't be coming back before the zoning board unless the court rules in Murphy's favor and we have to come back here (to the zoning board)," he said.
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