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 Old Greenville County Courthouse Building 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 Greenville, NC 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 Falls Park on the Reedy 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 Halls Chophouse Greenville or visit Pettigru Historic District, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Greenville, NC, 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 Greenville, NC 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 Greenville, NC 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.
Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar, the laid-back seafood restaurant franchise with 17 locations across six states, has set its sights on ...
Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar, the laid-back seafood restaurant franchise with 17 locations across six states, has set its sights on Greenville, North Carolina for continued growth. With a focus on markets that mirror existing successful markets for Shuckin’ Shack, the team is looking to grow with quality Franchise Partners.
“We really want to continue to open healthy restaurants with good people, and Greenville is a great market for us to do this in,” said CEO Jonathan Weathington. “There’s a very large, public university. It’s not far from our headquarters, and we already have a location in Rocky Mount, NC that does well, so that boosts our brand awareness in the area, too.”
With a population of over 91,000, the Greenville market is steadily growing and continues to be a hub for major industries. In addition to the tens of thousands of health care, education, and retail trade jobs in the market, Greenville is a hot spot for East Carolina University’s student population and consistent tourist traffic.
Greenville has a cost of living over 14% below the national average, making it a more affordable market. But with a median household income of over $50,500 and an average household income of over $70,600, people in the Greenville community are financially stable with the funds for discretionary spending — another positive marker for restaurant growth.
In addition to the market’s overall strength, it’s an attractive environment for a seafood franchise, specifically. Seafood is the fifth most common restaurant cuisine in Greenville, indicating a clear affinity for the food, but there is still plenty of capacity in the community for growth. With 26 seafood establishments currently serving the market, there is still unmet demand, and Shuckin’ Shack can stand out even further with its unique experience.
While great food and beverages certainly set Shuckin’ Shack apart, the relaxed, social environment and truly localized approach Shuckin’ Shack Franchise Partners bring to their markets serve to elevate the brand even further.
“Shuckin’ Shack is steeped in coastal culture, making us a great fit for markets that have strong ties to seafood and the coastal way of life,” Weathington said. “And even in markets where there are existing seafood establishments, Shuckin’ Shack’s customization allows us to become a space where members of the community truly want to be. They feel a part of the family, and they’re excited to come spend time with us.”
Rather than opening an oyster bar in their markets, Shuckin’ Shack Franchise Partners open and nurture an establishment that can become the oyster bar in the town. The place to go to feel welcome, cared for and connected with fellow community members.
As she prepares to participate in East Carolina University commencement later this week, however, there is full conviction in Hudson’s passion for being a spring class of 2025 graduate.“I am proud of myself,” she said. “I will admit that to anybody and everybody. I’m not one to let anything stop me from what I want to accomplish. I go all-in and try to defeat all odds.”Hudson is graduating in recreational thera...
As she prepares to participate in East Carolina University commencement later this week, however, there is full conviction in Hudson’s passion for being a spring class of 2025 graduate.
“I am proud of myself,” she said. “I will admit that to anybody and everybody. I’m not one to let anything stop me from what I want to accomplish. I go all-in and try to defeat all odds.”
Hudson is graduating in recreational therapy in the College of Health and Human Performance.
The Greenville native and 20-year-old has used a wheelchair since back surgery July 1, 2024, but that hasn’t stopped her drive or ability to be an active member of the recreational therapy program, ECU student body and in the community.
She is on the executive board of the ECU recreational therapy student society. When she was a student at D.H. Conley High School she was a standout and national first-place competition winner in DECA, a high school and college student organization promoting marketing, leadership and career development, and helped track substitution patterns for the school’s volleyball team. Hudson still assists with those activities at Conley.
Name: Deallaney Hudson
College: Health and Human Performance
Major: Recreational Therapy
Age: 20
Hometown: Greenville
Hobbies/interests: Spending time with family and friends, volunteering at Cypress Glen Retirement Community, reading my Bible and working toward the goal of walking independently again
Clubs and organizations: RTSS (Recreational Therapy Student Society)
Favorite place on campus: Carol G. Belk Building
Place to eat: Chick Fil-A
Favorite class: Recreational Therapy Senior Practicum with Dr. David Loy
Professor who influenced you the most: Wendy Whisner
Favorite band/musician/podcast: Maverick City Music
Favorite movie: “Wonder”
She also volunteers at the Cypress Glen Retirement Community.
“I love the people there and we do all kinds of activities,” Hudson said. “I like to always be doing something. There have been a lot of opportunities to grow and excel as a student in the recreational therapy program. It’s really exciting.”
Hudson will soon begin a 14-week internship at ECU Health in pediatric inpatient rehabilitation.
“After that is done, I will sit for my certification and license exam to become a recreational therapist and then hopefully will find a job somewhere,” said Hudson, who transferred to ECU from Pitt Community College.
Whether at the Belk Building, which is home to the Department of Recreation Sciences and Hudson’s favorite place on campus, or on main campus, Hudson is often accompanied by a friend to share conversations and smiles.
She said her experience at ECU has been boosted by friendships gained and memories made with friends. She is grateful for them and faculty and staff who have supported her in her Pirate journey to accomplishing various goals.
“It’s been an awesome experience, and I really appreciate the people in my classes for looking out for me and just being there for me to help me out these days,” Hudson said. “I told myself that I always wanted to be a Pirate one day, and here I am graduating. It’s amazing all the different opportunities and the wide variety you have available here at ECU. It’s exciting and I’m accomplishing some of my hopes and dreams. It’s an exciting time.”
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN/Gray News) – An ongoing battle between nationwide RV dealer Camping World and city officials in Greenville, North Carolina has taken another turn.In an interview Tuesday on local radio station WTIB, Camping World CEO Marcus Lemonis said he closed one of his two Greenville locations on Friday.The controversy stems from giant American flags at...
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN/Gray News) – An ongoing battle between nationwide RV dealer Camping World and city officials in Greenville, North Carolina has taken another turn.
In an interview Tuesday on local radio station WTIB, Camping World CEO Marcus Lemonis said he closed one of his two Greenville locations on Friday.
The controversy stems from giant American flags at the businesses that are larger than what the city code allows. But Lemonis has been adamant about not taking them down, despite thousands of dollars in fines from the city.
Lemonis has said that even if he were to be taken to jail over the flags, he still wouldn’t take them down.
However, he acknowledged that the controversy has made an impact on his business. He shuttered the Forest River RV location on Greenville Boulevard on Friday, telling employees it was closing due to the controversy created by the city council.
“We think the ordinance is wrong,” Lemonis said. “I think it’s also wrong council members have been working very actively to disparage my business, and on Friday I had to consolidate modification of two dealerships in town … our business which has been unfortunately impacted uniquely in Greenville NC.”
The Greenville City Council voted 4-2 in March to hire outside legal counsel to sue Lemonis and Camping World.
Lemonis told WITN shortly after the vote that he still would not take down the flag.
“Not when they sue, not when I lose, not if they take me to jail, the flag is not coming down,” he said.
The other Camping World location in Greenville with a giant American flag is on the corner of Evans Street and Red Banks Road.
Lemonis started flying the American flags in October from 120-foot flagpoles.
The flags are nearly 15 times bigger than the allowable flag on non-residential property in the city. The city also says the pole cannot exceed 70 feet.
And Greenville isn’t the only city where Camping World is refusing to take down its giant American flags. A similar feud is happening between the company and the city of Sevierville, Tennessee.
There, Camping World’s 130-foot flagpole violates Sevierville city policy. The city limits flag poles to a maximum of 44 feet for safety reasons.
“Excessively tall structures can create visual distractions for motorists, pose potential safety hazards, and impact the scenic views that are a vital part of what makes Sevierville a destination for residents and visitors alike,” a city official told WVLT via email.
Sevierville has also filed a lawsuit seeking to remove the large flagpole, which it said violates the city’s zoning ordinance.
Despite all of this, Lemonis said he will fight to keep the flags flying and to make his message clear.
“Allow the flag to fly. Allow people to enjoy it. Allow kids in this country to understand what an amazing place they live in,” Lemonis said.
In his latest interview, Marcus Lemonis, the CEO of Camping World, reiterated his stance that he will not take down the huge flag at his Greenville location at the corner of Evans Street and Red Banks Road while acknowledging the controversy has had an impact on his business in the city.The city of Greenville asserts the American flag and flagpole it is flying on violate city code due to their size.WITN reports Lemonis was on Inner Banks Media radio station WTIB Tuesday morning when he told Henry Hinton on Talk of the Town that...
In his latest interview, Marcus Lemonis, the CEO of Camping World, reiterated his stance that he will not take down the huge flag at his Greenville location at the corner of Evans Street and Red Banks Road while acknowledging the controversy has had an impact on his business in the city.
The city of Greenville asserts the American flag and flagpole it is flying on violate city code due to their size.
WITN reports Lemonis was on Inner Banks Media radio station WTIB Tuesday morning when he told Henry Hinton on Talk of the Town that he just closed one of his two Greenville locations.
Lemonis said that employees at the Forest River RV location on Greenville Boulevard were told they were closing due to the controversy created by the council.
“We think the ordinance is wrong,” Lemonis said. "I think it’s also wrong council members have been working very actively to disparage my business, and on Friday I had to consolidate modification of two dealerships in town. The main one that you’re referring to and another one - we had to close that."
Lemonis also said he believes the Greenville flag ordinance is in violation of state laws, although he did not state which statutes he was referring to.
Lemonis said, “They (the council) should probably do a little research on the statutes in the state of North Carolina.”
The Greenville City Council voted 4-2 in March to hire outside legal counsel to sue Lemonis and Camping World.
Hinton made a proposal to Lemonis that he said he hoped the city would accept. The proposal was that Lemonis and Camping World make a $50,000 donation to Maynard Children’s Hospital in Greenville in lieu of fines and with the agreement that the council would change the ordinance to allow his flag.
Lemonis then said he would make the donation but did not want it to be a quid pro quo in exchange for the ordinance change.
“The merits of the children’s hospital stand on their own, and anytime an organization like that that’s trying to do good things and actually doing good things they’re deserving of a contribution, so I’d be happy to make a donation but I don’t do that - take my word on that -but I would I would prefer not to have it ... be a quid pro quo," he said.
Lemonis told WITN shortly after the vote by Greenville to file a civil suit that he would not take down the flag.
“Not when they sue, not when I lose, not if they take me to jail, the flag is not coming down,” Lemonis said.
Evangelist Franklin Graham has also spoken out saying, “While the flags and flagpoles in Greenville and Sevierville, Tennessee, exceed city codes, there should be an exception for the American flag.”
Sevierville, Tennessee, has also filed a lawsuit seeking to remove the large flagpole, which it said violates the city’s zoning ordinance.
GREENVILLE, N.C. – With the 40th Annual Great Purple/Gold Pigskin Pig-Out, sponsored by Piggly Wiggly, less than a week away, East Carolina fans will have a chance to enjoy the family-oriented festival style event beginning Friday, April 25. The event surrounds the annual ECU Purple-Gold Spring Football Game, which will be played at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium on Saturday, April 26 at 12 noon. Admission is free to all of Pirate Nation.Parking for all attendees will be available in all north lots: Shreve Silver, Wilkin...
GREENVILLE, N.C. – With the 40th Annual Great Purple/Gold Pigskin Pig-Out, sponsored by Piggly Wiggly, less than a week away, East Carolina fans will have a chance to enjoy the family-oriented festival style event beginning Friday, April 25. The event surrounds the annual ECU Purple-Gold Spring Football Game, which will be played at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium on Saturday, April 26 at 12 noon. Admission is free to all of Pirate Nation.
Parking for all attendees will be available in all north lots: Shreve Silver, Wilkinson Gold, Shreve Blue and Grey as well as in Lower Minges. Entrance into Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium is free, and fans must enter through the Carl and Connie Rogers Pirate Club Level gates on the south side of TowneBank Tower. ADA Shuttle pickup and drop off will be at Gates 5 and 6, next to the Murphy Center where general parking is located.
All events listed below will take place on the Grady-White Boats Athletic Campus. Information on all the weekend's festivities can also be found on the Pigskin Pig-Out Page.
FRIDAY, APRIL 25
6:00 PM: Parade of Pigs Join us as we pass out pigs to all of our pig cookers for the Pig-Out BBQ Competition. Featuring special appearances from ECU football, band, cheer and PeeDee.
6:00 PM: Baseball First Pitch vs. Tulane Join us in Clark-LeClair Stadium and watch East Carolina versus Tulane. To purchase tickets, contact the ECU Ticket Office at 252-737-4500 or purchase them online at ECUPirates.com.
SATURDAY, APRIL 26
10:00 AM – Until Sold Out: BBQ Plate Sale Enjoy BBQ plates and beverages at our BBQ Plate Sale. Table and chairs will be setup in the lot for your convenience.
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM: 4th Annual "Pig-Out Your Ride" Pigskin Car Show Cost to enter is $20 per spot day of the event. The show will be held in the Burt Family Premium Lot. Come on out and win our "Pig-Out Your Ride" Best in Show trophy.
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: 4th Annual Touch-Arrrgh-Trucks Get in the driver's seat with a free hands-on experience with vehicles of all kinds. We will have local representatives and their vehicles from emergency, construction, and more all in one place! Children will be allowed to touch, climb on, and ask questions about their favorite trucks and cars in a safe and supervised environment. This event is free for guests of all ages!
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Kids Zone & Skills Station The Kids Zone & Skills Station will be held on the Turf Practice Field located on the southwest end of the Burt Family Premium Lot. This area will feature various kids orientated activities and attractions. Cost to participate is free.
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Pigskin Pig-Out Vendor Palooza Come out and shop from a variety of local businesses.
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Spare Change Concert Come out and watch local band, Spare Change, perform on-stage at the Taft Family Plaza in the Burt Family Premium Lot.
10:15 AM – 12:00 PM: Dunk Tank Don't miss your chance to dunk some of our local celebrities! Our starting lineup features Athletic Director Jon Gilbert, Drew Marmer and Lauren Bullard from IFC and Panhellenic leadership, Megan Newman the Pitt County Schools Principal of the Year and the one and only Matt "Big Guy" Maloney of the ECU Pirate Club. $5 for 3 throws or $20 for an auto-push should make for a fun time for all! Tickets are only available for purchase at the dunk booth station.
10:15 AM: PeeDee's Birthday Party & Kids Zone PeeDee will be celebrating his birthday with all his friends, and he wants every young buccaneer to join him. The first 100 kids will receive a free cupcake. This event will be held on Hight Field inside the Cliff Moore Practice Facility as a part of the Kids Zone. Cost to attend is free.
11:00 AM: Pre-Game Radio Live Stream ECU Sports Network pre-game radio live stream will begin at 11 a.m. and will be available to stream on WNCT-9. Head coach Blake Harrell, Defensive Coordinator Josh Aldridge, Offensive Coordinator John David Baker and General Manager Luke Mullett will all be featured on the show as well as a few special guests.
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Purple-Gold Spring Game Fans are invited to enjoy the 2025 spring football game free of charge! Get your first glimpse of the 2025 Pirates in action as they prepare for the upcoming season.
12:00 PM – Lacrosse vs. James Madison ECU takes on No. 11 James Madison inside Johnson Stadium.
1:30 PM (approximate): 2025 Pirate Football Team Meet and Greet Meet the 2025 Pirate Football team as they sign autographs and mingle with their fellow Pirates on Bagwell Field inside Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. Cost to participate is free.
4:00 PM: Baseball First Pitch vs. Tulane Join us in Clark-LeClair Stadium and watch East Carolina versus Tulane. To purchase tickets, contact the ECU Ticket Office at 252-737-4500 or purchase them online at ECUPirates.com.
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