Neighborhood Companions, Inc.
Neighborhood Companions, Inc. is a nonprofit in Baltimore County, Maryland, dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals aged 60 and above.
Neighborhood Companions, Inc.
Neighborhood Companions, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing transportation and companion services to seniors in Baltimore County. Our mission is to help older adults maintain their independence and enhance their quality of life.
Our Services
Neighborhood Companions, Inc. offers volunteer transportation and companion services to older adults aged 60 years and older. Our services are designed to help seniors maintain their independence and improve their well-being. Our team of dedicated volunteers is committed to providing safe, reliable, and compassionate care to our clients. Contact us to learn more about our services.
Make a Donation
For those who prefer to make a financial contribution, we welcome donations that fuel our mission and enable us to expand our reach. Every dollar you contribute goes directly toward supporting the various programs and services that uplift and empower those we serve.
Join Us!
Every Second Sunday
Every 2nd Sunday, Neighborhood Companions Inc. hosts a special gathering for older adults and friends from near and far. These monthly dinners offer more than just a meal—they’re a chance to connect, share stories, and enjoy the warmth of community.
Whether you’re reconnecting with familiar faces or making new friends, we’d love to have you with us. Everyone is welcome, but we especially look forward to celebrating with our older adults! Spaces are limited, so be sure to register today!
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Team
Dr. Chiquita Howard Bostic
Board Member
Dr. C. Howard-Bostic is a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity (DEI) administrator and Professor of Sociology and Criminology. She is Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) certified to assess intercultural competencies. She is also an Integrative Wellness Academy (IWA) certified life coach and founder of Help Bridge, a multicultural education project that has served 500+ youth and adults in West Virginia. Dr. Howard-Bostic received her Ph.D. in Sociology, teaching certificate in Women’s Studies, and a Race and Social Policy research certification at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. She earned a master’s degree in Urban Planning and bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies at the State University of New York at Buffalo. She was an executive director of a nonprofit housing and human services agency in Buffalo, New York, and has served as a community leader and justice advocate in the United States and abroad for 20+ years.
Alejandra Ivanovich
Board Member
Alejandra Ivanovich was born in Caracas, Venezuela and moved to Central Florida at age 13 with her mother and sister for a better life. Due to domestic violence, Alejandra moved to Baltimore where she found a new home and was able to receive services tailored to domestic violence victims. Later, she opened a small business and found a way to advocate for other victims of domestic violence. A friend from Guatemala, inspired her to do a community forum for immigrant women and children. She partnered with the Northwest Hospital DOVE program and other organizations and over 200 people showed up and received many services from cancer screenings to legal help for their immigration cases. Alejandra has organized rallies and community forums and became a member of the Baltimore County Democratic Central Committee, the Census Complete Count Committee and an official Community Outreach Volunteer with the Baltimore County Police Department. She been recognized for being a key link for information and services and continues to be an advocate and volunteer for the Latino community in Maryland.
Shekeitha L. Jeffries
Board Member
Shekeitha L. Jeffries hailing from New Jersey, is the eldest among her siblings and a trailblazing first-generation college graduate. With an impressive background in higher education spanning over a decade, she currently holds the esteemed position of Assistant Director of Student Life and is also an ICF certified Executive Leadership Coach at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Not only is she deeply rooted in academia, but she’s also an enterprising spirit as the proud owner of My Pretty Girl Notes, a stationery company dedicated to celebrating the beauty and strength of black women.As a devoted member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Shekeitha takes on significant roles within the organization. As charter member and President of the Alpha Beta Gamma Omega Chapter, she proudly serves the Eastern Baltimore County, MD community. Moreover, she holds the distinguished position of President in the Black Girl Social Club’s Washington D.C. Chapter.
Beyond her professional and sorority commitments, Shekeitha’s vivacious nature shines through as she is a social butterfly who adores all things beautiful. Her profound dedication to serving others runs deep in her heart, a driving force behind her exceptional contributions to her community and beyond.
David Sanders
Board Member
David Sanders is the owner/manager of Better Options Consulting LLC, an international business development and consulting firm based in Salt Lake City Utah. The firm has more than 30 years of experience in government contracting in the US and internationally across a variety of fields. He has worked for several foreign governments on US and financial contracts including Kuwait, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Switzerland, Finland, and others.
Mr. Sanders practices US government law and has cooperated with intelligence agencies of the federal government to bring financial criminals to justice. He is currently studying business, communication, film, and TV production at Salt Lake Community College. He is an excellent screenwriter and training professional.
Over the last 13 years Mr. Sanders has celebrated his recovery from Cancer and become very experienced in the critical need for transportation of the disabled through being disabled himself by the surgery that saved his life. As a senior citizen Cancer survivor, he maintains his home in Turner Station in Dundalk Maryland which he visits often.
Arkia Wade
Executive Director/Founder
Wade comes from a family lineage whose mission is to help others and especially those in their community. Wade’s grandfather, Dr. William C. Wade, was a physician for over 40 years in Turner Station—a historically African American neighborhood and one of the few remaining Black communities founded in the county after the end of the Civil War and during segregation (chesapeakbay.net). Arkia is the founder and Executive Director of Neighborhood Companions, Inc. and previously was in the healthcare industry for over 20 years. She currently serves as the Turner Station Girl Scout Troop Leader (#353), Treasurer of the Turner Station Conservation Teams Inc., Board President of the Baltimore County Arts Guild, and proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Psi Phi Omega Chapter. She earned her BA from the College of William and Mary in Marketing and Sociology. In her spare time, she loves to read, travel, walk and spend time with family and friends.
Nakeia Jones
Operations Coordinator
With over 15 years of experience in education, marketing, event coordination, and business development, Nakeia is dedicated to making entrepreneurship and financial literacy accessible to Baltimore’s youth.
Her career began at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, followed by roles in marketing and public education. As a Certified Entrepreneurship Instructor through the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE), she has guided students to national competitions and was honored as a NFTE Global Enterprising Educator. She later expanded NFTE’s impact as Regional Director for the Baltimore & Washington Metro Regions.
In 2019, Nakeia founded Its Blackademic! Trivia, an entertainment company celebrating Black history and culture, with clients including PayPal, the National Urban League, and Ernst & Young.
She holds an M.Ed. in Secondary Education from Grand Canyon University and attended Morgan State University and Baltimore International College, now Stratford University. She holds a Maryland Professional Teaching Certification in Business Education, and is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. In her free time, she enjoys tennis, traveling, and entertaining.
Keala Travers
Program Manager
Keala Travers is a Program Manager at Neighborhood Companions Inc., having joined the team in February 2025. With a Bachelor’s degree in Family & Human Services from Towson University, Keala brings a strong foundation in helping others and making a positive impact in the community.
Highly technology-inclined and equipped with excellent interpersonal skills, Keala is passionate about leveraging both to create meaningful, lasting change. From a young age, Keala has volunteered in the community, beginning in elementary school and continuing throughout her life. This dedication to service has shaped Keala’s professional journey, where they now have the privilege of making a difference in the same community they grew up in.
Driven by a desire to help and connect with others, Keala thrives on turning compassion into action, ensuring that those in need receive the support and resources they deserve.
Testimonials
"Thank you for a delicious meal and the opportunity to fellowship with some amazing seniors."
Juanita Barnett
"I have been to 2 of the 3 events held thus far and truly enjoyed the food, fun, and fellowship".
Valerie Winston
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