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🌱 Patch AM: What Orlando families should ask before hiring in-home caregivers
Also check out Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness on the Orlando Patch calendar
Good morning to you Orlando! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- What Orlando families should ask before hiring in-home caregivers
- How a major veterans sports event will land in Orlando in 2027
Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 11 more events.
Today's riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Monday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 88 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Tuesday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 83, low: 74.
- Wednesday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 82 and low of 73 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Choosing in-home care: What Central Florida families should ask (mynews13.com) — Families in the Orlando area considering in-home care get specific guidance here on what to ask agencies about licensing, training, and caregiver consistency. A Greater Orlando home-care owner explains how to spot red flags, ensure caregivers are properly matched and trained, and make sure your loved one's daily routines and safety needs are fully understood before anyone is sent into your home. 
• Veterans find strength at National Veterans Wheelchair Games (va.gov) — Orlando is set to host the National Veterans Wheelchair Games in 2027, bringing hundreds of adaptive athletes and their supporters to the city. A recent feature highlights how the Games in Detroit helped veterans like Clinton Crumpton and Phil Schweizer rebuild strength, community, and purpose—momentum they hope to continue when the event arrives in Orlando.
📸 Around Orlando
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Orlando
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★ Featured events ★
- Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness →
Dillard's, 777 E Merritt Island Cswy, Merritt Island
10:00 am - Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness →
Dillard's, 300 Towne Center Cir, Sanford
10:00 am - Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness →
Dillard's, 451 E Altamonte Dr, Altamonte Springs
10:00 am - Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness →
Dillard's, 1000 Oviedo Marketplace Blvd, Oviedo
10:00 am - Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness →
Dillard's, 8001 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando
10:00 am - OffWorldly First Contact: Space & Aerospace Community Gathering →
The Spott, 424 Canal St, New Smyrna Beach
5:30 pm
Tuesday October 6
Wednesday October 7
Thursday October 8
Friday October 9
Tuesday October 27
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
- Family Law & Emergency Preparedness →
South Trail Branch Library, 4600 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando
11:30 am - Fat Rosie's Offers National Taco Day Deal with 10-Street Taco Platter →
Fat Rosie's Taco & Tequila Bar, 749 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando
10:00 am - Florida Children's Museum: Mobile Museum Library Program →
10:30 am - The Haunted History of Florida →
Orlando Public Library, 101 E Central Blvd, Orlando
11:00 am - Chess Basics with lichess.org →
Alafaya Branch Library, 12000 E Colonial Dr, Orlando
3:00 pm - Family Fun: Halloween Pottery Painting →
Fairview Shores Branch Library, 902 Lee Rd, Orlando
5:00 pm - Job News Orlando Job Fair | Multi-Industry Hiring Event →
Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando International Drive Convention Center, 8978 International Dr, Orlando
10:00 am - Welcome to Florida: Meet the Author Craig Pittman →
Southwest Branch Library, 7255 Della Dr, Orlando
2:00 pm
Monday October 5
Tuesday October 6
Wednesday October 7
Thursday October 8
📣 Orlando Shout Outs!
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Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Orlando PatchAM possible:
- Got Balloons — (407) 655-3161
- Aqua Custom Pools and Spas — (407) 707-6662
- Nordstrom Rack — 3212341466
Click here to show your appreciation! 💚
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Orlando Organ Workshop: A Weekend of Music, Learning & Inspiration —Reed Markham Read on Patch
- Lost dog in South chase in The Downs.
We are unable to catch her. Has a tag on the collar. (Nextdoor Southchase Parcel 45) - New here, Orlando side of Orlando.
New to Nextdoor, not new to Orlando. Where does everyone get their pizza around here? (Nextdoor Linaria)
- Hilton Grand Vacations, Inc. posted a job opening for Recreation/Activities Attendant in Orlando. Apply here.
- Teamwork Online posted a job opening for Guest Services Staff | Part-Time | Addition Financial Arena in Orlando. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Orlando here.
🗞 Nearby News
Winter Park
- Lynx proposes to modify, eliminate bus routes in Central Florida (orlandosentinel.com)
- Putnam Legal Notices 100326 (palatkadailynews.com)
- Janet A. Cisewski - Villages-News.com (villages-news.com)
Maitland
- New 2027 Ford Explorer ST-Line For Sale In Orlando, FL (theapopkachief.com)
Ok Orlando! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ?" — Footsteps (Thank you Patty G. for sending it in!)
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