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 Statue of Herb Appel 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 Sugar Land, TX 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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“My 91 year old father, who is a stroke patient, came to live with me and my husband 3 years ago after my mother passed away. We struggled weekly to get him to take a bath with assistance by my husband. On the agreed scheduled day for bathing, my father would "feel bad" and negotiate a later date. Bathing a partly paralyzed, uncooperative adult is not easy. So last fall when my husband and I were going to travel overseas for our 25th wedding anniversary, we needed help. Our son was coming to live at our house to take care of my father . It was not appropriate for our son to bathe his grandfather. So my father's doctor recommended I contact Karena Kirk with Always Best Care Senior Services. I had never considered using outside care for my father. Best phone call I have ever made. Ms. Kirk came to meet with me to discuss my father's needs. My father was very reluctant at first. But after the first bathing event, HE IS IN LOVE. Ms. Kirk was gentle, kind, engaging in conversation and asking my father regarding what he needed in this new care relationship. My father knows that his bath schedule is every Monday and Friday and looks forward to Ms. Kirk and her staff coming to care for him. He has in-depth talks and loves their visits. Ms. Kirk and her staff will do other chores like changing out his bedding and washing the linens and his clothes. Any other tasks that I need assistance with they are more than happy to help. It has changed all of our lives for the better.”
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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 Oyster Creek 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 Perry's Steakhouse & Grille or visit Veterans 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 Sugar Land, TX, 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 Sugar Land, TX 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 Sugar Land, TX 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.
SUGAR LAND, Texas (KTRK) -- The City of Sugar Land made a post, and it was not an April Fool's joke as the city toyed with the idea of alleviating traffic by putting people in the air.Instead of a car, a gondola could soon be the new way to get around Sugar Land. "Oh my God, is Sugar Land really getting this? That would be so crazy to see that coming into the city," Sugar Land visitor Stephan Perez said.As of now, it is only an idea. The city is exploring the possibility of bringing the suspended system. There would b...
SUGAR LAND, Texas (KTRK) -- The City of Sugar Land made a post, and it was not an April Fool's joke as the city toyed with the idea of alleviating traffic by putting people in the air.
Instead of a car, a gondola could soon be the new way to get around Sugar Land. "Oh my God, is Sugar Land really getting this? That would be so crazy to see that coming into the city," Sugar Land visitor Stephan Perez said.
As of now, it is only an idea. The city is exploring the possibility of bringing the suspended system. There would be no drivers; only passengers would be transported in the air.
RELATED: Houston area's pilotless air taxis set to take off sooner than you think"It's okay," Grace Okeneu said. "We don't mind. People go to the moon and come down."
So far, the city has used state and federal dollars to study the idea. "We've got all of the necessary right-of-way," Sugar Land spokesperson Doug Adolph explained. "The infrastructure for the Whoosh system. The cars require a very small footprint."
The aerial transportation could bring riders to several locations including the town square, Smart Financial Center and Constellation Field.
"The next step would be to conduct engineering studies," Adolph said. "We would hope those would be done by the end of the year. We're still looking at years down the road for implementation."
City officials said they don't want to use city tax dollars to build the system. Instead, they're looking at private money, state funds, and federal funds.
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Before any decision is made, they plan to get neighbors' input. "We want to hear the good and the bad," Adolph explained. "We want to hear all different perspectives so that we can make sure that anything we implement addresses the needs of our residents and meets their expectations."
"I probably wouldn't get on it though," Perez said. "You never know, but the more it becomes common, I might get on it."
Don't expect it so soon, as the new transportation idea could be a few years away.
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"Whoosh is a really innovative transportation system that uses small electric vehicles to quickly move people around town,” spokesperson Doug Adolph explained.More Videos Author: Michelle Choi Published: 7:44 PM CDT October 24, 2024 SUGAR LAND, Texas — The City of Sugar Land is on the move and thinking outside the box when it comes to public transportation needs.They're hoping to become the first city in the U.S. to build an autonomous elevated cable and rail system."Th...
"Whoosh is a really innovative transportation system that uses small electric vehicles to quickly move people around town,” spokesperson Doug Adolph explained.
SUGAR LAND, Texas — The City of Sugar Land is on the move and thinking outside the box when it comes to public transportation needs.
They're hoping to become the first city in the U.S. to build an autonomous elevated cable and rail system.
"This really checks all the boxes for us, it is bold, innovative, trailblazing, and we couldn't be more excited,” City of Sugar Land spokesperson Doug Adolph told us. "We're partnering with a company called Swyft Cities to explore the possibility of implementing a Whoosh system."
What's a Whoosh system?
"Whoosh is a really innovative transportation system that uses small electric vehicles to quickly move people around town,” Adolph explained.
The small electric vehicles resemble gondolas, but we're told they're way more advanced, using autonomous technology to move along a network of elevated fixed cables and rail, allowing for quick trips that are environmentally sustainable.
"It's definitely feasible. We've got the right of way and the infrastructure needed typically creates a very small footprint,” Adolph said.
They’re hoping it’s the solution for the city’s continued growth.
"We've been told for years that mobility is among the top priorities of our citizens,” Adolph said.
An engineering study is now underway.
These futuristic cable cars would likely start at Sugar Land Town Square, Smart Financial Centre and Constellation Park.
"For years we've been studying ways to connect destination centers in our city, not only to meet the mobility needs of our residents but to grow tourism,” said Adolph.
Something Inka Mathew a local shop owner hopes will happen.
"I'm all for it, I think it would make traffic around here much better, and from people traveling from Houston to Sugar Land we'll get more visitors, and it looks like a fun trip to ride that!”
To pay for it the city plans to partner with the private sector and pursue state and federal funding to avoid using tax dollars.
According to the city, the project is still in the early stages. They expect to have the results of the study later this year.
Trader Joe’s, the popular grocery chain and one of the most requested businesses in Houston’s booming suburbs, is opening in Sugar Land on Oct. 24....
Trader Joe’s, the popular grocery chain and one of the most requested businesses in Houston’s booming suburbs, is opening in Sugar Land on Oct. 24.
Anticipation has been building since the spring when the company confirmed it would come to Houston’s southwest suburb and replace a shuttered Sprouts Farmers Market, 13550 University Blvd., at the University Commons Shopping Center.
When Trader Joe’s opens in Sugar Land on Thursday, this will be its sixth Houston-area store joining 20 others around Texas. It will also be the chain’s 565th store in America, a spokesperson for the company confirmed.
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While the retailer is notoriously tight lipped about its success and expansion plans, fans of the store are familiar with its cheerful employees wearing Hawaiian shirts pointing them to popular items ranging from Two-Buck Chuck (bottles of wine which go for $2-$4, depending on the location) to a slew of Trader Joe’s-branded snacks ranging from pumpkin ginger scones to kimbap, a Korean tofu and vegetable rice roll wrapped in seaweed. The company’s line of canvas mini tote bags became a fashion statement and went viral on TikTok this year, too.
The new 10,000-square-foot store will open at 7:55 a.m. on Thursday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony before doors open to the public. Daily hours of operations are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
Trader Joe’s hired 60 employees, a mix of new hires and some staffers transferred from other shops, for the Sugar Land store, according to a press release.
The newest location will participate in the company’s Neighborhood Shares program, where all products that aren’t sold but are fit to consume will be donated to a variety of non-profit and community organizations.
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On social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram, Sugar Land residents have been closely following the opening.
Any posts with updates about the first day of business generates comments from surrounding suburban residents saying they wanted a local Trader Joe’s.
A similar level of anticipation built up when the first Houston-area Trader Joe’s opened in 2012 taking over the old Alabama Theatre near the Montrose area. The Woodlands and Katy welcomed Trader Joe's in 2012 and 2015, respectively.
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Bao Ong is a restaurant columnist for the Houston Chronicle. He can be reached at [email protected]
He previously worked on staff at Eater New York, Bon Appétit and Time Out New York. In addition to Bao's background in journalism, he also graduated from the French Culinary Institute. He moved to Houston in summer 2022 and in his first year, he won the top award in the Comment and Criticism category awarded by the Texas Managing Editors organization. Follow where he's eating and drinking on Instagram: @baohaus
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of Sugar Land has been designated by the Texas Music Office (TMO) as the 68th Music Friendly Texas Certified Community in the state, after completing the multi-step certification process. The Music Friendly Texas program, the first in the na...
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of Sugar Land has been designated by the Texas Music Office (TMO) as the 68th Music Friendly Texas Certified Community in the state, after completing the multi-step certification process. The Music Friendly Texas program, the first in the nation since introduced by TMO in 2016, seeks to foster music business-related economic development and job creation in Texas cities and communities.
“Congratulations to the City of Sugar Land on earning the Music Friendly Texas Certified Community designation,” said Governor Abbott. “Music is key to the Texas brand and is deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of our great state. Music Friendly Texas Communities work tirelessly to attract and develop the local music industry to boost local job creation and economic growth. In fact, with support from the Texas Music Office, the Texas music industry accounts for more than 192,000 direct and indirect permanent jobs and generates more than $26 billion in annual economic activity statewide. Together, we will continue to work alongside communities in every region of our state to build a bigger, better Texas.”
“Congratulations to the City of Sugar Land for being designated a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community,” said Senator Lois W. Kolkhorst. “Sugar Land provides quality musical experiences that contribute significantly to the local economy, attracting visitors and stimulating growth, and is one of several cities designated as such in Senate District 18. This designation is a testament to Sugar Land’s commitment to supporting and promoting its vibrant music scene, and I am certain it will continue to have a positive impact on the entire area.”
“On behalf of the constituents I am honored to represent, we are enthusiastic about the Music Friendly Texas Certified Community designation for the City of Sugar Land,” said Representative Gary Gates. “Timeless and transcendent, music bolsters our economy through job creation, tourism development, attracting young workers, supporting our small businesses, and bolstering local economies through music events.”
“Sugar Land has long been a city that celebrates arts and culture, and receiving the Music Friendly Texas Community certification is a testament to the dedication and passion of our community,” said Mayor Joe R. Zimmerman. “We are proud of the hard work from our Civic Arts Division over the past year and a half to bring this to fruition. This certification not only highlights Sugar Land’s thriving music scene, but it also opens the door for future growth, creativity, and economic opportunities for our musicians and local businesses.”
“Music is so important because it enriches life on multiple levels and brings people together,” said City of Sugar Land Neighborhood Services Assistant Director Nicole Solis. “We are excited to be designated a Music Friendly Texas Community. The City of Sugar Land is focused on fostering an environment where residents feel connected to each other and their community.”
“It has been a privilege to collaborate with the Texas Music Office, Sugar Land City Council, and the wonderful residents of our city on this journey,” said City of Sugar Land Civic Arts Manager Sha Davis. “Achieving this Music Friendly Texas Community certification marks a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to the arts as a powerful means of community expression. Sugar Land has always embraced innovation, and this recognition is a testament to our dedication to nurturing and expanding our music scene, creating a thriving space for artists and audiences alike."
The Music Friendly Texas Community Certification Ceremony cohosted by TMO and the City of Sugar Land will be held on Saturday, October 26, during Sugar Land’s Summer of Sound at Oyster Creek Park and will include city officials and community leaders. TMO Community Relations and Outreach Specialist Gini Mascorro will present the designation.
Sugar Land Music Friendly Texas Community Certification Ceremony
Saturday, October 26 at 7:45 PM
Oyster Creek Park
4033 Highway 6
Sugar Land, TX 77478
The ceremony is free and open to the public.
Inquiries may be directed to Doug Adolph, Director of Communications, City of Sugar Land, (713) 202-0816, [email protected]
The Texas Music Office in the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism is the first and longest-running state music office in the nation. Since 1990, TMO has fostered the economic development of Texas music businesses, Texas musicians, and Texas communities. Since 2016, TMO has operated the first and only statewide Music Friendly Community Program in the nation, with an extensive network of more than 65 certified Music Friendly Texas community partners across the state. The TMO also serves as a clearinghouse for Texas music industry information, acts as a liaison between music businesses and government offices, publicizes significant industry developments, and attracts essential music industry to the Lone Star State. A vibrant Texas music industry supports local job creation while drawing visitors from around the globe, attracting a talented workforce across industries, and supporting business recruitment and expansion efforts throughout the state.
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