Mahalo and aloha: Community turns out for Partners In Care End of Summer Luau

Grass skirts, tiki torches and tropical breezes set the scene as Partners In Care Maryland celebrated a successful inaugural End of Summer Luau on Oct. 1, at Kurtz's Beach in Pasadena, Maryland. The island-inspired evening raised more than $80,000 to support older adults in our community, helping them age in place with dignity, purpose and the support of a caring community.

Guests enjoyed island-inspired cuisine and tropical beverages, bid on exciting auction items and were treated to a spectacular performance by Meki's Tamure Polynesian Arts Group, featuring authentic Polynesian dance, vibrant costumes, rhythmic drumming and thrilling fire dancing. Music and festive fun rounded out the evening.

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The event was made possible by Premier Sponsor, the Brian and Patricia Giese Foundation, along with many other donors and sponsors, including Plumeria sponsor The Hussman Foundation; Band Underwriter Bank of Glen Burnie; Small Business Underwriters Isaiah Fund, Janis Kramer and RCM&D; and Table Sponsors Bay Area Mechanical Services, Inc., Donna Grande, Greer Water Works, Inc., Russ Jones, Rebecca Miller, Nathan Raider, Shore United Bank, and Silas Mechanical Services, Inc.

Partners In Care extends its heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended, sponsored and volunteered to make this first-ever event such a success. Funds raised will directly support programs that help older adults in our community remain independent and connected.

High-resolution photos available on request.

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About Partners In Care Maryland

Partners In Care Maryland, Inc. is a volunteer-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping older adults age 60+ remain independent and age in place with dignity and respect. Through its unique Service Exchange/Time Banking model, members support one another with transportation, handyman services, social engagement, and other neighborly assistance—neighbors helping neighbors.

Partners In Care is proud to be a part of Chesapeake Health Partners, an organization focused on strengthening community-based care and support services across the region.