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She’s got Talent Alesha Dixon breaks into the American fold BY ANTHONY MURRAY
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hen current America’s Got Talent: The Champions judge Alesha Dixon was just 18 years old she went to college to become a physical education teacher, but always knew deep down inside that music was her true passion. After taking a street dance class, Dixon started networking and meeting with people from the music industry, ultimately catapulting herself into superstardom. From there, the rest is history as Dixon is now a singer/ songwriter, author, model, philanthropist, entrepreneur and fashion designer. “I always knew music was my passion and I started taking a street dance class to just do something that I loved,” Dixon, who hails from the United Kingdom, said. “I ended up just networking and meeting people that were from the same industry and then I kind of decided that I wanted to be in a girl group and then we formed the group [Mis-Teeq]. We were basically working unsigned for about four years where we were just writing and developing songs and showcasing to different record companies. We finally wrote a song called ‘Why,’ which was our breakout song. A couple of labels heard this record and it got signed by a very independent label off the back of radio stations and all the DJs blowing up the song. The song kind of spoke before we did, which was amazing, and that was kind of the beginning of everything when I was about 22 years old.” Mis-Teeq, which managed to become a Brit-nominated, MOBO Award-winning group, scored seven top-10 singles and released two double-platinum-selling albums. But after being in the group for eight years, Dixon decided to go it alone and try for her own solo career. “I felt more ready,” Dixon said about heading out on her own. “Of course, I was trying to figure out my sound as a solo artist and I spent a good year and a half working on a record to find my own voice, but I was more excited to try something new. I think that it’s such a risky thing to leave a successful group
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and try and go solo. I had a few bumps along the road in the beginning, but I think that made me the artist that I am today because it was a learning curve for me. You learn about yourself and become a better artist. To go on to have success as a solo artist at the back of leaving a group was incredible for me and probably to this day one of my biggest personal achievements that I’ve ever had.” Dixon is no stranger to the Got Talent family since she also serves as a judge on Britain’s Got Talent and Britain’s Got Talent: The Champions in the UK. “I’ve been very fortunate and blessed to work on Britain’s Got Talent where I’m currently filming my ninth series at the moment,” she said. “So the Got Talent family has always been close to my heart and has been my life for the past eight years. So to get the call from NBC and for them to invite me over to come to work on The Champions it was an absolute dream come true because I love AGT. I’m a big fan and Champions is so exciting because it celebrates the best of the best from all around the world. So even sitting there judging and having British acts on, and acts from Asia and Germany it was just incredible. I’ve wanted to come over and work on American
TV for many, many years now. It’s been one of my goals so to see it manifesting and happening; I feel super excited at the moment and very reenergized and motivated for what’s about to happen in the next stage.” This iteration of America’s Got Talent: The Champions, Dixon is judging alongside comedian Howie Mandel, supermodel Heidi Klum and media mogul Simon Cowell, who Dixon has worked with previously on Britain’s Got Talent. Former NFL player turned actor Terry Crews is the show’s host. “I’d like to think that I’m a people person and I always embrace new challenges and new energy so working alongside Terry, Howie and Heidi; they brought a new energy and it was fantastic,” Dixon said. “It was like the perfect job for me because everything felt familiar because I worked on the show back home for a long time, but it was new. It was a new audience, new energy and new personalities to get to know. Everyone made me feel so welcomed. Howie, he is such a laugh and a breath of fresh air and he’s so witty. Heidi is a girl’s girl and she made me feel so welcomed. We just had a great time from day one. I think
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FEATURE SHE’S GOT TALENT from page 3A both of us felt very much on the same page when it comes to AGT and that’s if we’re having a great time, the audience is having a great time. That was kind of our mantra for the whole series and it paid off.” So, is there a difference between the American and British audience when it comes time to film the show? Dixon says yes. “What was amazing for me on day one was the energy in the room and the level of excitement,” Dixon remembered. “It’s definitely more intense in America and when I walked out and I was like, ‘Yes! I love this! This is a bit of me,’ I really fed off that energy and I really appreciated it because British people, traditionally, we’re just a little bit more reserved normally. It’s kind of cool to just come out and feel that open energy. I do love that attitude in America where everybody has that feeling of anything is possible. It’s such a cliché thing, but that can-do attitude and that positivity really resonates with my personality and I find that super KE inspiring every time I come out to TA America.” This season on America’s Got Talent: The Champions, acts from countries like Norway, Australia, Poland,
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Republic of Congo, Italy, America, the UK and more, take the stage to show America what they have. “There have been many acts that blew me away this season,” Dixon said. “I think there’s so much pressure on these acts because they’ve done so well in previous seasons that now they’ve become even more competitive since they’re competing against the best of the best. So we’ve been spoiled. We’ve seen things we’ve never seen before. Most acts have upped their game and have gone up a level, which is incredible. I loved Heidi’s golden
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buzzer act [Angelina Jordan], she had one of the most beautiful voices I’ve heard on a Got Talent show period. When I watched back Howie’s golden buzzer V. Unbeatable, I started crying again because I realized the journey that these kids have been on and when you hear their backstory, you realize what a massive moment that is and I think they are ones to watch. They were incredible. I loved Tyler [ButlerFigueroa]. He is such a cutie as a violin player. He is such a young boy where again you hear his backstory and he’s been through so much in his personal life and I know that he’s going to inspire so many young children to learn a skill or pick up a musical instrument. I love things like that where people show what they’re made of, which is the heart and soul of the show.” Besides judging talent, Dixon can also add host to the plethora of jobs that she already has. “I find what works for me at anything I do is that I try to be as consistent as possible and to just be myself,” she explained. “I’m very much like that with presenting. I always try to just be really natural and just very reactive and in the moment. I love live TV because when it’s live there’s more adrenaline and people get more pumped because they’re on their toes more. When I’m doing something live I’m not afraid if things go wrong because I have this attitude where things don’t always have to be perfect. What makes something perfect is if you’re just being real and honest, so I live by that mantra and that’s kind of worked for me across everything that I do.” Dixon also works alongside a lot of charitable organizations where she helps victims of domestic violence, animals and more. “I work alongside Women’s Aid, which is a charity that helps victims of domestic violence,” Dixon said. “I also work alongside ActionAid, which is all about helping women and children in parts of Africa. I work a lot with animal
charities as well. As somebody who has had a lot of rescue dogs and have grown up with dogs, I came to lend my voice to the Humane Society and World Animal Protection. I’ve actually gone on a few trips with World Animal Protection, where I’ve seen bear rescues and they make documentaries on educating people about how to treat animals with respect and not use them for entertainment like elephant rides and selfies with tigers. I’ve done quite a few adventurous things and I’d actually love to do another documentary around that subject as well. I think that’s one of the things that I love the most about my job is that it gives me a platform to use my voice for something positive. I think that when you’re in the public eye, you have a responsibility to shine a light on things that need help and I think that’s one of the things that I’m most proud of.” So what’s in store for Dixon this year? “This year is exciting because it feels like the year to just do things,” she said. “You’re given one life and you have to make the most of it. I have two daughters that I want to provide for and set a great example for. So I actually have written a children’s book series called Lightning Girl. That’s actually coming out in America in March and I’m currently in the middle of having conversations about transforming Lightning Girl into a TV series or movie. That would be my main goal for 2020. I also want to put more music out. I’m back in the studio, writing so creatively I really want to challenge myself and make sure that these projects that I’ve been working on are coming into fruition and start to bloom. And just to live in the moment and continue to work on things that I love working on. I count my blessings every day and I’m very lucky to do what I do and I don’t take it for granted. I pray that when I go to bed at night that it long continues.” Catch America’s Got Talent: The Champions on Mondays at 8 p.m. ET on NBC.
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Ben Vereen Is Mr. Entertainment Renowned performer honored with lifetime achievement award BY DAVE GIL DE RUBIO
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en Vereen comes from a generation of entertainers that are not only multi-talented, but are constantly hustling for work across various mediums. The great ones create a legacy that spans decades and generations. Vereen falls into that category. Not unlike his late friend and mentor Sammy Davis Jr., Vereen is someone who has made his mark on stage, screen and on television. He’s won a Tony and a Drama Desk Award for his breakout role in 1972’s Pippin, been thrice-nominated for Emmys in 1977 (Roots and The Bell Telephone Jubilee) and 1992 (Intruders) and appeared in a number of films (Funny Lady, Sweet Charity, All That Jazz) and television projects (Webster, The Love Boat, The
Ben Vereen backstage before receiving the Gold Coast Art Center Lifetime Achievement Award. (Photo by Dave Gil de Rubio) Nanny, How I Met Your Mother). Most recently, he’s put in memorable turns
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the Fox musical drama Star. So it’s no surprise that Vereen would be the guest of honor at the recent Gold Coast International Film Festival, where he received the Gold Coast Art Center Lifetime Achievement Award. The low-key and soft-spoken septuagenarian performer was humbled on being recognized in this manner. “Receiving this award or any award is about recognition by the people of what I’ve been doing and what we do as a people for one another,” he said. “Receiving this award here on Long Island is kind of special to me because it’s close to my old stomping grounds in Brooklyn. I used to walk through those streets all the time. So it’s nice to be receiving an award here. I just wish my parents were here to see this.” Having grown up in BedfordStuyvesant, Vereen attended the High
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Asia and the Caribbean. Among them are Brooklyn to Broadway and Ben Sings a Tribute to Sammy Davis Jr. His most current project is a Broadway show called Reflections written by Joe Calarco (Shakespeare’s R&J), directed by Josh Bergasse (On the Town), with music by Stephen Schwartz (Godspell; Pippin; Wicked). Still a work in progress, the creative team is still trying to determine what format it will be formalized into. “It’s a retrospective on my life and we’ve been working on it for the past few years because it’s still evolving,” Vereen said. “We can’t make up our minds if it’s going to be a one-man show or not because there’s so much material, that it could be a mini-series. I don’t want it to be a piece about, ‘I did this and I did that.’ It’s because I did nothing without the help of my family and my fans. I’m trying to create a piece that is an expression of us and me within it. It’s all this art form of life that I’ve been privileged with. People said ‘Yes.’ If they had said, ‘no,’ I wouldn’t have been doing any of this.” Vereen’s gratitude can be partially traced to the example set by Davis Jr., his late friend and mentor. He noticeably lights up when asked about the Rat Packer. “Sammy was sweet and like my father. Sammy was the ultimate performer as you know. He did everything and was more than that. He was a great human being,” Vereen recalled. “His generosity was beyond—I’d never seen anything like it. He died broke, because he gave everything away. He loved his public and he gave every piece of himself. That’s what I learned and what I’m still trying to do.” Visit www.longislandweekly.com to read about Ben Vereen’s favorite projects that he worked on.
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New York. Another famous name that lives on is Washington Irving. A prolific author, Irving penned a satirical book, A History of New York by Diedrich Knickerbocker (1809) which was well-received overseas. Both Charles Dickens and Samuel Taylor Coleridge were fans of the book, enhancing both the author and the volume. At home, the history reigned for decades as the best-selling book in the young nation. Irving later published a popular biography of George Washington and the much-beloved classic, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (1820). Another novelist who enhanced New York’s literary reputation was James Fenimore Cooper. Irving lived on Williams Street. Cooper had a house on Greenwich Street. Cooper is legendary as the author of The Leatherstocking Tales, a series of five novels published between 1827 and 1841 and set in upstate New York. His city novel was also satirical, with Home as Found (1832), criticizing the pretentious ways of
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Reyes’ Path Leading Up To UFC Title Shot
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ixed martial artist and Stony Brook University alumnus Dominick Reyes is set to fight current champion Jon Jones for the UFC’s Light Heavyweight title belt on Feb. 8. Barring a fight-week disaster, the two will do their best to knock each other senseless for 25 minutes—or until somebody taps or gets knocked out, whichever comes first. While Reyes (12-0), nicknamed “The Devastator” for his powerful leg kicks, has rocketed his way into title contention with win after win in his meteoric five-year fighting career, he’s still rated as a massive underdog for the bout against Jones (25-1, 1 NC), who is widely believed to be one of the greatest in the history of the sport. Most men would quake at the thought of stepping into the octagon against an opponent with such a dominant record against so many legends of human combat. Dom Reyes is not most men. “I’m not really focusing on him very much, to be 100 percent honest,” Reyes said. “I don’t really give a s*** about Jon Jones. This fight for me is about Dominick Reyes being the champion by coronation. His decade’s over, man. Why not me? Why not now?” That Reyes stands at the gates of destiny after all the obstacles he’s faced is reason enough for the 30-yearold desert dweller to have a swagger in his step. The Hesperia, CA native grew up poor, and remembered being stuffed into the back of the family car with his three brothers. Competition was a way of life for the Reyes boys, whose parents pushed them into sports in the hopes it would help them avoid a life of gangs and crime. Reyes gravitated towards baseball, wrestling and football, and eventually scrapped his way into Stony Brook University as a defensive back for the school’s Division I football team. Reyes was a standout on the Seawolves, anchoring the team’s defense for four years with his stellar play, most notably a game-saving end zone pick against the rival University of Albany during the 2011 FCS Playoffs. He was eventually named captain in his senior year, which he still regards as one of his proudest achievements. “Being a captain was amazing,”
Dominick Reyes intercepts a pass while playing at Stony Brook University. (Photo courtesy of Stony Brook University Athletics)
Reyes prays before the start of a fight. (Photo source: Facebook)
Reyes said. “I really learned how to see things from everybody’s eyes. Thirty of the guys are coming out to my fight in Houston. I got all my family and friends, and then I got my other family. It means a lot to me.” While Reyes was busy making plays on the field, he remained just as focused on his academics during his time at the school. Majoring in information systems—one of the school’s most competitive programs—meant he had to stay on top of his coursework. The balancing act he performed every day seems daunting even now. “It was so hard, man,” Reyes said. “It was the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life, going from practice to class to study hall and finishing those
freakin’ projects. It was actually easier transitioning to MMA.” The whole time he was in school, Reyes was shooting for the chance to make it in the NFL. Though his perspective on his football career changed later on, going undrafted after graduation was devastating at first. “It was terrible, I was extremely depressed,” Reyes said. “I felt like I was like nothing. I felt like I let everybody down, like I wasted a lot of time in my life.” Reyes was introduced to combat sports when his older brother Alex started competing in mixed martial arts while he was still in high school. Lost after his NFL prospects fizzled out, he figured he’d follow his brother and have a go at beating people up for a living. A little more than five years after his first professional fight, that seems like a good decision, one he credits to Providence itself. “God didn’t want me to be in the NFL,” Reyes said. “That wasn’t my path. My path is now. This platform is so much bigger, because now the focus is just on me and whatever message I have is going to get across. And that message is God is good.” Reyes got his title shot after
The official poster for UFC 247. (Photo courtesy of the Ultimate Fighting Championship)
dispatching Long Island UFC legend Chris Weidman with a vicious series of punches in a first-round knockout victory last October. Weidman became the UFC’s middleweight champion shortly after Reyes graduated from SBU, and wound up being a role model for the young fighter as his own career got going. “I look up to Chris, before he went to 205 I was actually trying to go back to Long Island and train with him” Reyes said. “I feel like he’s one of the guys that did it right. I did want to knock him out, because that’s the game, but I did it with a heavy heart.” When asked about what his team has been working on for the fight against Jones, Reyes kept it simple. “I’m working on putting hands on him,” he said. “I’m working on f***ing this guy up.” The main event for UFC 247 is scheduled to air on ESPN pay-perview on Saturday, Feb. 8 at 10 p.m. Reyes and Jones are the fifth fight on the main card.
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lan Rosen, owner of Junior’s Restaurants, is gearing up for Valentine’s Day in a sweet way. The famous cheesecakes are getting a fresh makeover for the day of love. Junior’s, which opened in 1950, has two locations in Manhattan, one in Brooklyn and one in Foxwoods. The creamy treat is quintessential New York at its finest, serving as a slice of tradition for all to enjoy. The nine Valentine’s Day-themed cheesecakes range from $38.99 to $48.99, each with its own unique flavor. Rosen discussed the iconic brand, as well as Valentine’s Day stories that will always show him why this restaurant will always stay in the Rosen family.
Alan Rosen is the third generation owner of Junior’s Restaurants.
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What do you guys have coming up for Valentine’s Day? We have a bunch of special heart-shaped cheesecakes. Besides the heart-shaped cheesecakes, we have strawberry cheesecakes, chocolate-covered cheesecakes, etc. What’s most unique to me is how many people over the years have gotten engaged at Junior’s put a ring inside of a cake. We have all of these great specials, and it’s obviously one of the busiest restaurant days of the year. Because of our pricing, anyone from any walk of life can afford to go there. How do you make sure people continue to feel so welcomed when they walk into Junior’s? We stay true to our roots. We’re a third-generation family business that’s evolved
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over the years into a New York institution. We embrace anybody who comes through our doors as our friends and family who are in our home. Is there a particular engagement story that you won’t forget anytime soon? I remember somebody coming in with a ring, saying, “Can you put this inside of a cheesecake?” I thought that I couldn’t bake it into the cheesecake because I didn’t want them to lose their ring. What we did was we wrapped it in saran wrap, we cut a square in the center of the cheesecake, put it down into the cheesecake and then we covered it with strawberries. I did most of this because I didn’t want this person’s
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(Photos courtesy expensive of Junior’s Restaurant) engagement ring being lost somewhere. We handed it back to him and he took it to his bride to be. For more information on Junior’s and pricing for the special cheesecakes, visit www. juniorscheesecake.com.
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OUR INFRASTRUCTURE. A commitment to bring safe reliable energy to its customers all year round will bring more PSEG Long Island utility workers to Long Island towns in the weeks and months ahead. • Chief among its initiatives, is deploying smart technology capable of quickly and safely isolating problems in order to keep power flowing. • The company has also adopted an enhanced program focused on inspecting aging utility poles and replacing them with new, stronger poles when necessary.
This year is the 15th anniversary of the ongoing proposed Nassau Hub planning effort and study. Under several grants worth $10 million, most of these funds from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) have been spent on this study with no significant progress to date. Since 2005, Nassau County has conducted a series of ongoing planning and environmental efforts to support a number of potential transportation improvements, such as bus rapid transit, light rail or other options for the Nassau Hub. The cost for design, construction and implementation could be several hundred million dollars, depending on the transportation mode and route(s) selected. Some estimate a $450 million total cost. The success of the LIRR $2.6 billion main line third track and $11.8 billion East Side access to Grand Central Terminal projects are also dependent upon the NICE bus being able to expand feeder service to LIRR stations. How will NICE bus be able to accommodate future expansion for accommodation of new LIRR riders with additional service? One potential source of funding is the Federal Transit Administration discretionary competitive New Starts program. This project is not included in the latest FTA March 2019 New Starts Report for the federal fiscal year 2020. There is no indication that Nassau County has even initiated a dialogue with the FTA for admission into this program. Don’t be surprised when the next FTA New Starts Report for the federal fiscal year 2021 does not include this project. The report is due for submission to Congress by March. After 15 years of planning, the project not being admitted into the federal New Starts process is disappointing. This first step in obtaining permission to enter the project development phase of the FTA New Starts Program
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is just the start of a long multi-year process. The initial approval to enter the “project development” phase is only the first step, and the project still faces myriad hurdles. Completion of this work includes the FTA issuing an environmental finding, along with reaching agreements with the project sponsor, in this case Nassau County, concerning proposed project budget, scope and milestones. This is followed by the project being given permission by the FTA to advance to the next stage, known as “final engineering.” Progression of final design and engineering from 30 to 100 percent averages several more years. This could include review and approval by various village, town, county, state and federal permitting or regulatory agencies along with financial, user, operations and maintenance groups. How long would the Nassau County Interim Financial Review Board take before providing approval? Based on the lack of progress to date, Nassau County may be unable to obtain federal funding for the Nassau Hub Bus Rapid Transit project until 2024. Who knows how many years it would take before anyone can board the first vehicle in passenger service? Larry Penner is a transportation historian and advocate who previously worked 31 years for the United States Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration Region 2 New York office.
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Northwell Performed Record Stem Cell Transplants A midst the joyful congratulations marked by balloons and glittery tiaras, medical staff and administrators gathered on 7 Monti at North Shore University Hospital (NSUH) to celebrate a milestone achievement—the 100th stem cell transplant completed in 2019 by clinicians of the Northwell Health Cancer Institute’s Don Monti Adult Stem Cell Transplant Program. Stem cell transplantation began at NSUH in 1987. The program has grown into a 10-bed inpatient unit that, to date, has met the needs of more than 2,500 patients, according to Ruthee Lu-Bayer, chief of the Don Monti Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit. “This is a monumental milestone for us,” Bayer told doctors, nurses, administrators and other staff who gathered together for the celebration. “We’re here today to celebrate the combined efforts of every member of our staff who made this moment happen. And we’re here to celebrate our patients. I always say that getting through their diagnosis is half the battle. When our patients arrive for transplant, I ask them to think of their transplant date as their second birthday, a time when they can begin to live their lives again.” Celebrating the occasion from the safe isolation of her room, along with Bayer and leadership of the Cancer Institute was Teresa O’Halloran, affectionately referred to as “No. 100” on the unit. O’Halloran, 62, of East Islip, was
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Sustainability In South Florida Highlights of the Sunshine State in a Chevy Bolt EV BY KIMBERLY DIJKSTRA
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At a time when the world is trending towards renewable energy and sustainability, individuals are making positive changes in their daily lives—from what car they drive to where they source their food and even where they go on vacation. Southern Florida has a great deal to offer by way of sustainability and even more in the way of fun.
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of the features you’d expect, plus Energy Assist, which helps plan your route most efficiently according to where charging stations are located. Naples has several around town for your convenience. While in Naples, don’t miss out on the Naples Botanical Garden, the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary or the Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens. When you head to the beach, the large cargo storage in the back of the Bolt can hold all of your gear and then some. Catch some rays at Naples Beach, Lowdermilk Park or Clam Pass Park and feel free to wade, fish and
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oss of mobility caused by aging or disabilities could also mean the loss of freedom for thousands of Americans. At Freedom Stairlifts, owner and certified authorized installer Noel Cano believes your home should never be your biggest obstacle and that negotiating the stairs shouldn’t prevent you from living well.
Since 2012, Freedom Stairlifts been providing seniors, veterans and patients in recovery with options to regain their independence and increase their mobility. Cano works patiently with clients to find the right model to fit their body and their home. The family-owned company’s dozens of models include straight stairlifts, curved stairlifts, outdoor straight stairlifts and outdoor curved stairlifts. To make it accessible, Freedom Stairlifts works with the most affordable and reliable brands on the market, including Acorn, Handicare and Harmar. The highly adaptable lifts can be installed on multiple flights or a single flight of stairs, and come equipped with top-notch safety features such as remote controls and swivel seats. “Our mission is to help any client who feels like a prisoner in their own home because they can’t use the stairs,” Cano said. “Our clients are not ready for assisted living, and with a stairlift, they don’t have to leave their home. The consultation is free so we can evaluate the customer’s needs because every case is different. My job is to eliminate their fears.” Cano knows firsthand the life-changing importance of helping patients in recovery regain their independence through motorized in-home stairlifts. He founded Freedom Stairlifts after his father, now 95, suffered a stroke that cost him his ability to maneuver stairs and left him 80 percent blind.
“He wanted to stay at home but the stairs were dangerous,” Cano said. “We didn’t want to take him out of his environment so my friend recommended a stairlift. I hadn’t considered a stairlift. It is one of those things that you don’t think about it until you really need it.” Cano, a former professional electrician, installed a stairlift inside his father’s house shortly after the stroke, and it made all the difference in his father’s ability to remain at home. “We reaped the benefits from having a stairlift for my dad,” he said. “We had the peace of mind that my father could travel up and down the stairs without falling. I learned a lot of people needed these types of stairlifts and I knew I had to make it my business. I have such respect and love for my parents that helping other people’s parents and seniors means so much.” In eight years, Freedom Stairlifts has grown to include multiple locations on Long Island and in New York City, serving clients as far away as New Jersey and southern Connecticut. A new Westchester location is also opening soon, Cano said. The company prides itself on making the process simple and easy by offering installation on the same or next day. “I absolutely recommend this company for their sincere concern for our personal situation, their best attempts at prompt emergency scheduling, the quality of the product and their talented and diligent installer,” customer TJ Christie wrote in a testimonial. “We had some issues due to the narrowness of our staircase, but they did their best and the system works perfectly.” The expertise of the Freedom Stairlifts team also benefited Cano directly when he needed a stairlift
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installed in his home following a motorcycle accident last May. The accident broke four bones in Cano’s foot and required plates and screws to keep the foot in place in order for it to heal properly. “This has been quite a rough time for me, but I am extremely grateful and relieved at how well my team has stepped up in my absence,” he said. “There hasn’t been a single complaint. I take great pride in building my company with the premise of being extremely reliable for my customers and was concerned that would possibly drop off with my injury, and it has not, which has me feeling very good.” The experience allowed Cano to gain personal insight into the customer’s perspective. “I now have an even better appreciation for what I do for people, it would be impossible for me to get upstairs where I need to work from if I didn’t install a stairlift,” he said. “I now have a whole new perspective and I think that will carry over even more to how I go about helping my customers.” Learn more about Freedom Stairlifts at www.freedomstairlift.com
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work background in Boston says, “They are adults with the right to make decisions—even poor ones.” You probably wish you could control your aging parents for their own good, but the reality is you cannot force them to do anything. Accepting this can help family members. Peace of mind will reduce your stress and even improve come with knowing that the senior is receiving quality care. That said, many your relationship with your parents. Think Ahead. feel that the most important aspect To avoid problems in the future, of this arrangement is that the time help your parents by reminding spent with an aging parent can truly them of important upcoming dates, be quality time. instead of getting frustrated when they cannot remember. This is What do you do when your elderly parents aren’t listening? especially important to do if there is There are a number of things you a specific milestone you want your parents to be around for, such as a can do when your parents are wedding, anniversary or graduation. not listening. Here are just a few Simply bringing it up will be the best solutions: way to deal with their forgetfulness. Accept the situation. Even if your parents have not been You may want your motto to be “It is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or what it is.” Said another way, “You can dementia, living with memory loss lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink.” Suzanne Modigliani, can be especially difficult for elderly adults to live with. geriatric care manager with a social
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When Seniors Fall BY ANNE MARKOWITZ
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Advancing age plays a significant role in falls among seniors, who, when they do sustain an injury, are five times more likely to be admitted to a long-term care facility for at least a year. Falls are also the leading cause of injury-related death for people over age 65. In addition to simply tripping over an object, the smallest things can prove the hardest to avoid: wet or uneven floors, poor lighting, unstable furniture and hazards such as throw rugs, pets and steps.
If you fall, try not to panic, which can prevent you from accurately assessing the situation. Follow procedures and make a notification right away on your medical alert system, if you have one. Gait and balance changes due to aging increase the risk of falling, such as Parkinson’s disease. Osteoporosis, the thinning of bone tissue and loss of bone density also increases the risk of a fall resulting in a hip fracture. Foot pain and wearing poorly-fitting footwear also contribute to falls. There are also things seniors can do to reduce the risk of falling:
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• Increasing strength, flexibility and balance helps seniors improve stability and walking. Consider Tai Chi, yoga or bicycling, if you are able. • Review your medications with your doctor or pharmacist. You’ll want to reduce or eliminate those that cause dizziness or drowsiness. • See an optometrist or ophthalmologist to make sure that you do not have vision issues that increase your risk of falling. Falls also occur more frequently among seniors with vision issues likes cataracts and myopia. • Lower your hip fracture risk by getting daily recommended levels of calcium and vitamin D and get screened and treated for osteoporosis. • Other causes include vitamin D deficiency, as well as side effects of
some prescription medications and over-the-counter medications. • Disorders of the spine, including sciatica and spinal stenosis, also potentially increase the risk of seniors experiencing a fall. Joint and muscle disorders increase the likelihood of falling, as well. It is also essential that you get checked out at your doctor’s office or hospital emergency room when you fall, even if you think you do not have injuries. Many injuries do not exhibit symptoms right away. Anne Markowitz Recht, LMSW, CMC is CEO of AMR Care Group based in Jericho which provides care management and companion services in New York City, Long Island and Westchester.
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Building A Family Connection The benefits of using an assisted living advisor
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ith more Americans living longer than ever, it is inevitable that someone you know—a parent, sibling, spouse or other aging relative—will one day require a new living setting. It’s estimated that for individuals who reach 65 years of age, there is a 70 percent likelihood they’ll require some form of long-term care services. When faced with that reality, many of us simply don’t know where to turn. That’s when senior home advisors becomes a valuable resource. Not only do they have the expertise and information you need regarding the various options available, but there is no fee for their services. They’ll guide you through a supportive, caring process that helps alleviate much of the emotional stress that comes with this major life decision. The qualified, compassionate senior home advisor will start by getting to know the family, the senior and his/ her current situation. A disciplined discovery process is conducted through which the advisor asks a series
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of questions intended to qualify the senior’s medical condition, memory impairment, any behavioral issues, need for supervision and ability to manage daily living requirements (e.g., grooming, dressing, feeding, etc.). This information helps narrow down the various senior care and living settings that would be appropriate.
Knowing Your Senior Living Options
We’ve all heard of assisting living communities, nursing homes and memory care facilities, but do we understand their differences and what determines the best setting for a loved one? A senior home advisor will break it down, explaining that:
home advisor will explain and, as needed, discuss with the senior’s estate planning attorney or financial planner to determine the best way to pay for the new living arrangement. Once the setting option has been determined, the advisor will help with specific facility selection. Leveraging his/her relationships with the region’s various senior living facilities and with consideration to the individual’s finances and geographic preferences, the advisor will narrow down the selection to the best three Additionally, the senior home or four choices. Then, the advisor advisor will explain other options, will accompany the senior and his/ such as: her family members on tours of the • Independent living community, selected facilities to determine the which can offer some support best choice. The process is conducted in housekeeping, dining, meal with great sensitivity to the senior and preparation, social/recreational his/her family. activities and transportation. For the senior and his/her family, • Care homes are for more fragile being guided by a senior home advisor individuals who would benefit from through this process can make the a more intimate, home-like setting transition much less difficult, providing with a higher staff-to-resident ratio. assurances and peace of mind that a loved one will be living out their golden Making The Best Selection years in the most appropriate setting. Each option has a different price Mike McClernon is the owner/eldercare point and services, which the senior advisor at Assisted Living Locators. • Assisted living communities are for seniors requiring day-to-day assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), and who want to be as independent as possible. • Nursing homes are for seniors requiring extensive medical care and supervision. • Memory care facilities are assisted living designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s, dementia or other memory problems.
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Stay Connected Being active has no age limit
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ith older adults becoming less social and more likely to live alone as they age, it’s no wonder that feelings of loneliness peak between one’s mid-50s and late 80s. As seniors feel less connected, they can develop a sense of social isolation, a condition in which one lacks meaningful relationships or engagement with others. Social isolation can be detrimental to one’s health and well-being. A number of studies have found that loneliness and isolation may increase the risk of early death, while research from the American Psychological Association suggests that loneliness can be as damaging to one’s health as obesity. Despite a proliferation of online tools that encourage connectivity, researchers believe that isolation is a growing problem for older Americans. Just as a well-balanced diet and exercise are essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, so too is staying connected as you age. For those of us in senior care, the many recent studies and attention on this subject come as no surprise. We see every day how people blossom when they become part of a greater community and, as such, advocate for staying active and having a strong social network. However, we’ve found that things like an individual’s unique personality and the presence of hobbies and other interests can play into how social one is as they age. For example, those who were never terribly social may be less so as they get older. At Orchard Estate of Woodbury, a Benchmark assisted living and memory care community, we actively get to know our resident’s likes and dislikes, goals and dreams so we can act as social connectors to other residents and associates and develop individualized programming. Often, these “connections” are formed over shared interests or commonalities. Additionally, Orchard Estate offers a number of wellness programs, services and amenities designed to promote a robust, social lifestyle. Residents have access to the fitness center, activities room, walking paths and a variety of programs offered daily. There are also numerous spaces for socialization, such as the bistro and dining room so that residents can continue to interact socially and connect to what matters to them most. We find that many older people are now interested in returning to work and volunteering purely for the
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social benefits. As such, many of our programs are centered around going out into the community and giving back. For instance, those who love being around children could enjoy reading to kids at a local library or volunteering at a nursery school, even if it’s just for an hour a day. Something as simple as joining a book club or visiting family can truly enhance longevity and overall happiness. Many towns have senior centers and adult day health programs that offer opportunities for socialization. With countless opportunities available to form connections, senior living communities like ours are at the forefront of preventing social isolation. A number of studies, including Mather Institute’s Age Well Study, suggests that communities like these can improve quality of life by creating a socially rich environment that encourages participation and family involvement. Upon move-in at Orchard Estate of Woodbury, our residents are greeted with a full calendar of clubs, trips to various locations with different activities, and volunteering opportunities that allow them to engage with the local community and one another. An illustration of Benchmark’s commitment to engagement was last year’s participation in the American Heart Association’s “Little Hats, Big Hearts” initiative to raise awareness for congenital heart defects. Residents and associates at 58 communities and the company’s headquarters knitted and collected more than 700 red hats for newborns, showing support for affected families. It is with activities such as these, that we hope to engage your loved one. Associates get to know each resident and encourage participation to ensure they are taking full advantage of Orchard Estate’s daily programs. Family members are always welcome to join in on the fun. Doug Cormack is the executive director of Orchard Estate of Woodbury. Call 516-284-8405, or visit orchardestatewoodbury.com
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Assisted Living Options Helping family caregivers find the right facility BY CYNDI ZAWESKI
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Facilities typically offer multiple levels of care depending on what residents need. Daleview Care Center is a family-owned and operated 142-bed facility that offers a full continuum of care, from temporary respite stays and short-term rehabilitation to long-term skilled nursing care. It also boasts an array of specialty programs and services, such as its Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care Program, as well as a range of social activities. “What makes Daleview Care Center stand out is the family-type atmosphere of the facility,” Rubino said. “We are a free-standing facility; not affiliated or owned by any corporate chain. The vast majority of our key
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personnel have been with us for 20-plus years, and most live locally in the community. They have tremendous pride in being part of a thriving community skilled nursing facility.” Atria Senior Living also offers a wide range of long and short-term care options at its seven locations in Nassau County: Atria Cutter Mill, Atria Glen
Cove, Atria Park of Great Neck, Atria Lynbrook, Atria Plainview, Atria on Roslyn Harbor and Atria Tanglewood. Specialized care includes customized living options for individual needs and preferences, as well as programs for Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Atria prides itself on its vibrant
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aking the decision to move an aging loved one into an assisted facility is not one families take lightly. It is an emotional choice that comes down to providing the best care when it becomes clear that older relatives are no longer able to remain at home safely. Today, assisted living facilities today are designed to offer assistance while maximizing independence. Many facilities provide residents with their apartments or rooms, in addition to common areas where residents can enjoy social and recreational activities, such as wellness programs, book clubs and games. Some offer off-site trips to the movies, concerts and more. The real comfort is the peace of mind for both residents and family members. These facilities typically offer around-the-clock supervision and a range of services, including meals and assistance with medications. “Families have the benefit of knowing their loved one is going to
be cared for 24/7,” said Linda Rubino, admissions coordinator at Daleview Care Center in Farmingdale. “It is peace of mind for the family. For the residents, everything is done for them. When they have someone helping them manage their medication and preparing their meals, they do so much better than going it alone.”
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communities where residents have opportunities to be active, eat well, set goals and live purposeful lives. “As we grow older, our network of social connections shrinks,” said
The apartments have the option to have a terrace, plus a washer and dryer are included in each apartment, as well as a full kitchen. AARP recommends asking the
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Jennifer Kuzmech, regional vicepresident at Atria Senior Living. “As a result, an older person ends up relying on just one or two people to serve a number of roles and help with everyday tasks. What’s more, a setting that offers 24-hour support is often what’s necessary for a senior to maintain their independence.”
following questions when considering if the level of care provided different facilities is a match for your loved one: • What level of personal and health care services are provided? • What privileges do residents have? For example, are they permitted to bring personal furniture? • What are the transfer and discharge
rails and call buttons • Safety locks on doors and windows • Security and fire safety systems • Services such as banking, a beauty salon or a café • Well-lit stairs and hallways with well-marked exits Schedule A Visit To ease the transition, Atria facilities When you’ve narrowed down a connect families with real estate short list of potential assisted living professionals and downsizing/declutfacilities, scheduling a visit is next. tering experts. “Prospective residents and their “‘What if I don’t like it?’ is a question families should look for the right loca- that’s often asked. And of course, tion that can provide the level of serthere’s no obligation to stay at an vice that meets their needs,” Kuzmech assisted living community, especially said. “Their top requirements often if they offer month-to-month rental concern location, care or service levels apartments like Atria Senior Living,” and affordability. However, when they Kuzmech said. “When a new resident tour prospective communities, they moves in, our resident ambassadors should consider questions concerning welcome them to the community by the social atmosphere, dining options inviting them to programs they might and fitness opportunities too.” enjoy and introducing them to new From AARP’s checklist, here are friends.” some other things to look for: At Daleview, Rubino welcomes • Cleanliness everyone and anyone to tour their • An emergency generator or facility before making a decision. alternative power source in case of The step-by-step process walks each an outage potential resident and their families • Enough common areas, such as through the facility, while providing dens and living rooms information on payment options • A floor plan that’s logical and easy and assistance on making the best to follow decision for ongoing care. • Large enough rooms for your family “The first step is to feel comfortable member’s needs with your decision to send a loved one • Rooms and bathrooms with handto us,” Rubino said.
policies? What specific reasons would lead to a resident being asked to move out, and how much notice would be given? • Is a resident’s space held if he or she has to be hospitalized?
Inspiration. Experiences. Every Single Day. At Orchard Estate of Woodbury, we offer inspiration and experiences for seniors whether you simply want the freedom of less responsibility or need a little assistance. Stay connected to who and what matters most with our luxurious amenities, including our relaxing salon and spa, fitness center, daily, purpose-driven programming, gourmet meals and more.
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A wellness prescription for every age BY JOANNE LEHMANN
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early physical exams and regular consultations with financial advisors and other professionals are excellent ways for older adults to maintain physical and financial health, but with aging comes another equally important aspect of health that is too often put aside: emotional health. As a person ages, changes in our environment and lifestyle play a significant role in our emotional health. Whether it’s our children leaving home, our friends’ or our own retirements or the loss of a spouse or close friend, changes in our treasured relationships can make even the most upbeat person feel a bit blue. While there’s nothing wrong with feeling at a loss sometimes—it’s part of being human—one of the best facets of our humanity is our ability to accept change and thrive in new situations.
Support comes from relationships
In my work as health and wellness manager at Jefferson’s Ferry Life Plan Community and out in the larger
JOANNE LEHMANN Jefferson’s Ferry Life Plan Community
community, one of the biggest concerns I see on the horizon are people who don’t have a family support system. They may never have married, are widowed, have children who live far away or don’t have children. I particularly look out for and look after this group, as having a good support system is the foundation of overall wellness that encompasses physical, financial and emotional health.
Human beings are social creatures
Our connection to others enables us to survive and flourish. Spending too much time alone can leave us vulnerable to social isolation, loneliness and related health problems
such as cognitive decline, depression and heart disease. Fortunately, there are ways to counteract these negative effects. Building new relationships should be a primary goal. This could be a romantic partner, a confidante, a co-worker, someone to play cards with or a fellow volunteer. More important than the activity is the enjoyment that comes with being in the company of that person. The number one strategy to building a relationship is to find a community. This can be challenging to the more introverted among us, but the first step is to make an effort to be a part of something outside yourself.
Companions can motivate each other to get out in the world, try a new restaurant, check out a dance class or take a weekend trip, the possibilities are endless.
The health benefits of optimism
Our perceptions can affect our physical and mental health. Generally speaking, if you wake up thinking you’ll have a good day, you probably will. Likewise, if you expect to have a bad day, well, you get the point. Research suggests that loneliness, social cohesion, community belonging, religiosity and spirituality each
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Long Island Centenarian And Fellow Seniors Model For 2020 Calendar ourteen Long Island seniors had the thrill of a lifetime, posing as models and dispensing their life advice for the 2020 Gurwin Jewish Fay J. Lindner Residences calendar, which was officially revealed last month at a celebrity-style event at the award-winning assisted living facility. Gurwin’s calendar guys and gals made their red carpet grand entrance to the sounds of Neil Sedaka’s “Calendar Girl” amid flashes from the paparazzi and fans. The afternoon included the reveal of each model’s portrait on their calendar month, the reading of their advice and an autograph session, culminating in a viewing of a documentary of the filming of the calendar starring the 2020 models. Gurwin’s “L’dor vdor” From Generation to Generation calendar and accompanying video has become a lifetime highlight for the lucky residents who are selected each year to star in its glossy pages. For William Bomzer, a Vietnam veteran, who narrowly escaped death three times in his life, once in an army plane on the runway
2020 Gurwin Jewish Assisted Living calendar models (Photo courtesy of Gurwin Jewish Assisted Living)
leaving Vietnam and twice at the World Trade Center, in 1993 and 2001, participating in the calendar enabled him to share his life’s observations, encouraging the younger generation to “be positive,” adding that “optimism gets you somewhere…I’ve done it every day of my life.” Centenarian Leona Rothfeld, dressed in the sparkling gown she wore to her granddaughter’s recent wedding, beamed at being named “Miss June.”
At 100 years old, being a calendar girl is something she never expected. Her advice for a long and happy life? “Be kind to everybody.” For Ruth Meador, a Holocaust survivor, and her husband Louis Meador, a WWII army veteran, both of whom experienced a darker side of humanity, the unique calendar was an opportunity to emphasize the positives in life, advising that people should “enjoy every day.” The retired nurse and teacher,
respectively, fondly speak of their love for each other and family. “As you get older, you realize you must make the most of every day… enjoy your family. That’s what’s most important.” Stuart B. Almer, president and CEO of the Gurwin Healthcare System, of which the assisted living community is part, said the calendar event is the highlight of the year for staff, residents and their families. “Our community is home to members of the greatest generations whose rich and sometimes difficult life experiences formed true character and resiliency,” he said. “The calendar is an opportunity for us to preserve their stories and to heed the invaluable advice that is etched on each month of its beautiful pages.” Gurwin’s 2020 L’dor vdor” From Generation to Generation Calendar is available free of charge while supplies last. Order a copy online at bit.ly/ordergurwincalendar or call 631-715-2568. —Submitted by Gurwin Healthcare System
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Reasons Why Hot Baths Are Good For Seniors BY GREGG BALBERA
acts as a natural healing balm to stiff, painful muscles and joints.
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he ancient Greeks and Romans regularly practiced something many people are avid about today. Centuries ago, emperors to everyday citizens valued the healing remedy of steam baths and hot water pools featured in elaborate private and public baths. Today, Iceland, Japan, Canada, New Zealand and the United States boast some of the most restorative thermal pools and natural hot springs on the planet. New research shows that hot baths even at home are a medicinal benefit to all ages, including seniors. Researchers found that an extended sit-in a hot bath, technically called hot water immersion, delivers up a tub full of health advantages:
1. Reduces inflammation
With exercise and physical stress, inflammation naturally increases in the body, which is followed by an extended release of anti-inflammatory chemicals to combat the sore muscles, redness and swelling. In recent years, studies have pinpointed that raising body temperature can improve the body’s anti-inflammatory response,
5. Improves skin health
as well. A British study in the Journal of Applied Physiology concluded that sitting in an immersion bath set at 102 degrees for one hour could combat chronic low-grade inflammation in individuals without the physical capacity to do so during exercise.
2. Lowers blood sugar
Scientists at England’s Loughborough University analyzed blood sugar levels of men after they soaked in a hot bath for an hour. The result? Peak blood sugar after eating was lower when participants took a hot bath than when they exercised.
Dermatologists have long touted the healing effects of bathtub minispas. Adding colloidal oatmeal to a warm bath can cleanse, soothe and protect dry, irritated skin. Adding lavender essential oil to a warm bath can help heal skin and reduce anxiety, and rose essential oil in a warm bath can aid in reducing pain and stress. Hot baths and Epsom salt baths are also credited with reducing headaches, lifting mood and promoting Plus, bathing burned calories almost as effectively as taking a half-hour walk. better sleep. Overly hot soaks can irritate the skin and break down the skin’s protective barrier against 3. Lowers blood pressure bacteria, viruses and allergens so The British study on baths for reducing inflammation and a 2016 study bathwater temperature should stay comfortable, but not scalding. by University of Oregon physiology researchers found that a hot soak The Nassau Suffolk office of Right at elevates nitric oxide in the blood, alHome is a locally owned and operated lowing blood vessels to relax. Flexible franchise office of Right at Home, Inc., blood vessels decrease blood pressure serving the communities Centerport, and promote circulation and vascular Cold Spring Hills, Commack, Dix function throughout the body. Hills, East Northport, East Setauket, Greenlawn, Halesite, Hauppauge, 4. Soothes aching muscles and joints Huntington, Kings Park, Lake Grove, Drawing a hot bath or luxuriating in Lloyd Harbor, Melville, Nesconset, a sauna or natural hot spring is easy Old Bethpage, Plainview, St. James, on tense muscles and aching joints. Smithtown, Stony Brook, West Hills As the U.S. and British studies show, and Woodbury. For more information, passive heat therapy diminishes incontact Right at Home Nassau Suffolk flammation and sends blood flowing at www.rightathomeli.com through the body more readily, which
SOCIAL from page 12B contribute to health outcomes, and finds that some psychological resources such as optimism and resilience, can be learned and strengthened. For example, those who are lonely are less socially active, eat less healthy diets, and report having more stress in their lives. Sharing a meal, on the other hand, encourages people to enjoy the social aspect of eating, which in turn leads to healthier eating, more eating, better nutrition and the priceless emotional benefit of company. Older adults with negative perceptions of aging may believe that it’s natural to become more sedentary with age. Pairing an educational program aimed at changing older adults’ expectations regarding aging with an exercise class has been shown to get some formerly sedentary people on their feet.
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A hurdle that keeps many older adults isolated is resistance to assistance. Those of us in a senior services role often see this when it becomes
clear a person needs a higher level of care. There has to be an understanding that when you’re getting the appropriate level of care, you’ll thrive. If, for example, you use up all your energy just getting ready to go out, you may opt to stay home. With just a little help, you can be on your way out the door with a fraction of the effort. Our challenge is to change people’s perceptions, accepting help as a positive so they can do more. At Jefferson’s Ferry we look to elevate the seven dimensions of wellness: spiritual, physical, emotional, vocational, intellectual, environmental and social. Residents do this by joining committees,taking classes and participating in a wide variety of activities. Whether you live alone, with family or friends, in a community or commune, the more dimensions that you can embrace, the more well-rounded and healthy you can be, whatever your age. Joanne Lehmann is the health and wellness manager at Jefferson’s Ferry Life Plan Community in South Setauket.
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THE NORTH SHORE’S NEWEST SENIOR RENTAL COMMUNITY
Encore Luxury Living redefines independent senior living. Here, you will find lavishly appointed apartments, restaurant-style dining in one of two on-site venues, gorgeous common spaces for entertaining, plus exceptional amenities and conveniences. What truly sets Encore Luxury Living apart is our dedication to providing superior services. Our professionally trained staff provides housekeeping and laundry services, prepares gourmet meals, and plans social and cultural events. Let us arrange a car service, secure theater tickets, or send flowers on your behalf. Our extensive list of services was designed with your busy lifestyle in mind. We’ll handle life’s little details for you, so you can enjoy living. Experience the lifestyle you deserve at Encore Luxury Living.
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THOUGHT GALLERY Consider these recommendations for upcoming talks, readings and more in and around New York City:
Julia Louis-Dreyfus returns to the Y with Oscar-winning director Jim Rash for a look at their new film, Downhill. Louis-Dreyfus stars opposite Will Ferrell in a story of a married couple’s narrow escape from an avalanche and the ensuing reevaluation of their lives ($40).
Twinkle, Twinkle, Exploding Star, How We Wonder What You Are Friday, Feb. 7, 6 p.m. Southampton Arts Center 25 Jobs Ln., Southampton 631-283-0967 www.southamptonartscenter.org Betelgeuse, the red supergiant star best known as a “shoulder” in the constellation Orion, has recently dimmed dramatically. Will it soon go supernova? Professor Alan Calder, department of physics and astronomy, Stony Brook University, will give a full overview. Afterwards, Montauk Observatory astronomers will set up a telescope, weather permitting (free).
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For more information about lectures, readings and other intellectually stimulating events throughout NYC, sign up for the weekly Thought Gallery newsletter at www.thoughtgallery.org.
Bureau of Engraving and Printing, U.S. Post Office; Smithsonian National Postal Museum A Talk on Anna Mary Robertson Moses (Grandma Moses) Sunday, Feb. 9, 3 p.m. Nassau County Museum of Art One Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor 516-484-9338 www.nassaumuseum.org Grandma Moses famously took up painting in earnest at age 78. Jane Kallir, director of Galerie St. Etienne in Manhattan, shares insight into Moses’ folk vision and its kinship with modernism—Moses was discovered by a specialist in German Expressionism, Dr. Otto Kallir, Jane Kallir’s grandfather and the founder of the gallery (free with museum admission.) Just Announced | Clips & Conversation | Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Jim Rash: Downhill Monday, Feb. 10, 8 p.m. 92nd Street Y 1395 Lexington Ave. 212-415-5500 www.92y.org
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he U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed bill H.R. 943, known as Never Again Education Act, to support Holocaust education across the country. The bill, introduced by Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney (D—New York), came just a day after International Holocaust Remembrance Day. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau death camp. The bill passed with a final vote of 393-5, with 14 representatives abstaining. Fourteen Democrats, 22 Republicans and one Independent are among those who voted either “nay” or didn’t vote at all. Congressman Tom Suozzi (D—Glen Cove), who was one of the first members of Congress to co-sponsor the bill, spoke on the House floor in favor of
the legislation prior to the vote. “‘Never Again’ is, sadly, not assured,” Suozzi said. “If we do not use the lessons of history to make enlightened moral choices, we risk turning a blind eye to the same hatred and anti-Semitism that formed the permissive foundation for genocide. I am proud to have cosponsored and voted for this critical legislation and will always support legislation like it, so we ensure that ‘Never Again’ is assured by future generations.” Suozzi, a vice chair of the problem solvers caucus, has been a fierce advocate for the Never Again Education Act, and has helped secure bipartisan support for the legislation. Once the legislation garnered 290 cosponsors, it had to be brought to a vote on the House floor, due to rules that Suozzi and the problem solvers caucus negotiated with House leadership at the start of the 116th Congress.
“As we recommit ourselves to the promise of ‘Never Again’ on this 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, I am reminded that the lessons of the Holocaust do not just apply to anti-Semitism,” Maloney said. “But to all forms of hate and bigotry and I can think of no better way to honor the memories of those murdered than to make sure our students know their names and their stories. If we do not learn from history, we are doomed to repeat it. I urge the Senate to act quickly on this bill.” In October of 2019, Suozzi, along with fellow vice-chair of the problem solvers caucus, Representative Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), filmed a video in support of The Never Again Education Act. As a member of the Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Anti-Semitism, Suozzi has been leading the fight against anti-Semitism and hate since
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them was William Cullen Bryant, who also wrote poetry. As editor of the New York Evening Post, Bryant combined newspapers, advocacy and poetry, setting a pattern followed by many writers who came after him, including Edgar Allan Poe and Walt Whitman. Bryant was more polemical. A staunch abolitionist, Bryant introduced Abraham Lincoln when the latter gave his famous Cooper Union speech in 1860. These men played a major role in establishing the city as a literary counterpoint to Boston, which by the 19th century, was well-established as the literary capital of the United States. When Bryant and Whitman first published their verse, gaining the approval of such mandarins as Ralph Waldo Emerson was key in securing their fame. In time, the literary action would move slightly uptown to Greenwich Village. But these men made their mark. The U.S. Constitution is that era’s most enduring monument. Today’s New York includes an Alexander Hamilton High School and a James Madison High School, both in Brooklyn, plus a John Jay College of Criminal Justice in Manhattan. A handsome statue of Washington Irving sits outside a high school
named for the man in the Gramercy Park area. Manhattan also boasts of Bryant Park in midtown, plus the renovation of Cedarmere, Bryant’s estate in Roslyn Harbor. Downtown means Wall Street, and with the stock market boom of the 1980s and beyond, that once-staid club became a model for fiction, most spectacularly in Tom Wolfe’s 1987 best-seller The Bonfire of the Vanities, where stockbrokers now fancied themselves as the new “masters of the universe.” Earlier, Jay McInerney’s
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Iconic Long Island eatery breathes new life into diner fare BY STEVE MOSCO
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ockville Centre’s Pantry Diner burned to the ground in 2011. With the family business completely destroyed, owner Tommy Mavroudis’ gut reaction was to immediately rebuild the eatery in the exact same style it had comfortably existed in since 1949. Then, sometime during the aftermath of the fire, Mavroudis decided that it was time to discover something new and fresh. Rather than mirror what the Pantry had been for decades, Mavroudis would move the diner in a more modern direction—using the flames as an impetus for rebirth. “For years I had been thinking about what I would do differently here if I had the chance,” said Mavroudis. “I grew up here. It was my grandparents’ place and then it was my parents’ place. But when the fire happened, I realized it was time for change.” So Mavroudis rearranged the Pantry. Actually, saying the Pantry was merely “rearranged” undercooks the sheer volume of change that has taken place at this once-typical Long Island diner. What Mavroudis did was a complete renovation—a process that took so long, locals had a hard time believing the restaurant would ever come back. But come back it did. And walking into the
Pantry for the first time, it’s immediately obvious that, more than renovate, Mavroudis revitalized, rejuvenated, and revolutionized the entire menu and overall aesthetic. The Pantry now stands with a contemporary facade and a sleek interior that’s more reminiscent of a chic city bistro than standard Long Island diner. As for the atmosphere at the Pantry, the beauty is in the details, with one feature being lights that slightly dim every hour, transforming the eatery from bright diner during the day into stylish restaurant at night. It’s not just the look that’s changed at the Pantry, as the menu was also completely overhauled with the reopening. While there are plenty of diner favorites still being served, each dish is scratch-made with a newfound culinary flair that’s enhanced with fresh ingredients and an undeniably talented kitchen crew, led by executive chef Scott Burfitt. The menu includes a collection of appetizers, mussel pots, wings, tacos, flatbreads, and a variety of poutine preparations, along with burgers, sandwiches, a staggering array of mac n’ cheese
variations, as well as plenty of full-plate entrées. Starting the meal, there are two appetizers in particular that are emblematic of the kind of experience eaters are in for when they dine at the Pantry.
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While both are comforting in their own unique way, neither are appetizers one would typically get at a diner. First, there’s the Tuna Poke, with sushi-grade ahi tuna thoughtfully arranged under cabbage slaw and guacamole, all atop a sesame-cashew crunch. All of the fish at Pantry is wild-caught, and that includes the soft, supple ahi tuna in this dish, which gets a textural boost from the crunchy slaw and cashews. The other noteworthy starter is Tom Tom’s Wicked Shrimp, a glossy preparation with beer battered shrimp, parsley, scallions, lemon, spicy mayo, and Tom Tom sauce, a spicy Szechuan garlic sauce.
A textbook way to start a meal, these truly Wicked Shrimp are fiery and addictive. The first stop in Pantry’s entrées keeps us in the sea, with Lemon Sole stuffed with real lump crabmeat and served with a side of roasted potatoes and market veggies. Like any good sole, the Pantry’s selection—again, wild-caught—consists of delicate, mild flesh that just about melts in your mouth. The addition of crab meat lends a touch of that unmistakable shellfish sweetness. Not to be overlooked is the side of roasted potatoes—bite-sized morsels that combine crunchy, creamy, buttery and salty. Up next is the crown jewel on the Pantry’s steaks and chops menu, the double-cut, dry-aged Duroc pork chop. Duroc is a breed of pig renowned for incredible juiciness and relatively mild flavor. The Pantry treats this impressive swine with honey-roasted cipollini onions and an apple-raisin agrodolce sauce, which is a sweet-and-sour condiment that exquisitely complements the pork with a sticky, tart and sweet bite. Fellow eaters, this is no ordinary diner-style pork chop—it’s easily one of the most remarkable in recent memory. Finally, in the Mac’s section of the menu you’ll find options like Classic Mac & Cheese, eye-popping Truffle Lobster Mac & Cheese, and the chef’s
favorite, Meatloaf Mac & Cheese, just to name a few. The Meatloaf Mac & Cheese is loaded with the Pantry’s four-cheese blend and adorned with chunks of house-made meatloaf and a BBQ sauce drizzle. It’s a decadently meaty and cheesy meal that elicits groans of delight from everyone at the table. Washing all that luscious food down is the Pantry’s unequaled bar menu. Everyone is familiar with those place mats of outdated drinks at classic diners—well, the Pantry takes classic cocktails out of the old and into the new, paying serious attention to detail in its spirits. The Pantry also offers plenty of time-honored nonalcoholic diner drinks as well, including egg creams, ice cream sodas and floats. Breakfast and brunch are also exceedingly popular at the Pantry, with omelets, Benny’s, egg sandwiches, pancakes, waffles and more. The all-new Pantry is a must-stop morning, day or night out in Rockville Centre. And with its own parking lot—a rarity in that town—you’ll have no problem becoming a regular at this not-so-regular restaurant. The Pantry, 525 Merrick Rd., Rockville Centre; 516-766-8848; pantrydiner.com
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The month of February brings us unpredictable weather and celebrations like Valentine’s Day, President’s Day and Black History Month just to name a few. It’s also the shortest month, with only 29 days; however, movie studios have managed to release a lot of drama filled, spine-chilling, and comedic films in such a short span. The following are just a few to choose from to escape the weather and reality, if only for a few short hours. Fantasy Island (Photo source: Facebook)
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On Feb. 28, The Invisible Man slips into theaters, directed and written by Leigh Whannell from H.G. Wells’ original novel and starring Elisabeth Moss, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Storm Reid and Aldis Hodge. This film is loosely based on the novel and is a remake of the 1933 film. Moss stars as Cecilia, an abused girlfriend who runs away with the help of her sister. Her ex seemingly commits suicide and leaves her with his fortune. A series of events, which turn lethal, convince her that maybe he isn’t dead after all; however, no one believes her and she thinks she is going insane. A terrific thriller and a nice spin on the classic.
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On Feb. 14, Fantasy Island opens in theaters, directed by Jeff Wadlow and starring Michael Pena, Maggie Q, Lucy Hale and Portia Doubleday. Very loosely based on the 1977 television show by the same name (who can forget “the plane, the plane!”?), this new version turns a person’s fantasy into a nightmare, with the guests running against the clock to figure out the island’s secrets in order to stay alive. This will have you hanging on to the edge of your seats.
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Also on Feb. 14, The Photograph flashes into theaters, directed and co-written by Stella Meghie and starring Lakeith Stanfield, Issa Rae, Chelsea Peretti and Courtney B. Vance. This drama/love story is perfect for Valentine’s Day as it follows a famous photographer’s disillusioned daughter who falls in love with the journalist dispatched to cover her late mother. Bring a box of tissues.
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On Feb. 21, Brahms: The Boy II scares its way into theaters, directed by William Brent Bell and starring Katie Holmes, Owain Yeoman, Ralph Ineson and Anjali Jay. This film is a stand-alone sequel to the 2016 film The Boy. Unaware of the house’s dark history, a young family moves into the guest house of the Heelshire mansion, where their young son befriends a strange life-like doll called Brahms. That’s where the fun starts. A great horror-film possibly even better than the first.
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Also on Feb. 21, The Call of the Wild pounces into theaters, directed by Chris Sanders in his live action directorial debut, and starring Harrison Ford, Dan Stevens, Karen Gillan and Bradlely Whitford. The film is based on the 1903 Jack London novel and is a remake of the 1935 film of the same name. A housetrained St. Bernard/Scotch Collie finds himself in an adventure of a lifetime after he is stolen from his California home and lands up in Alaska. This is a brilliantly executed film and the imagery depicting “Buck” the dog, is perfection. Ford once again gives us a stellar performance.
So grab your popcorn, Valentine hearts and drinks, and head to the movies this February. See you there.
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A Nation In Mourning BY MARCO SCHADEN
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ince the helicopter crash in Calabasas, CA on Sunday, Jan. 26, claimed the lives of nine people, many have come forth with heart wrenching stories, tributes and salutations, honoring those that were lost. Among those that were taken on that day were: • Christina Mauser, 38 • John Altobelli, 56 • Keri Altobelli, 46 • Alyssa Altobelli, 13 • Sara Chester, 45 • Payton Chester, 13 • Ara Zobayan, 50 • Gianna Bryant, 13 • Kobe Bryant, 41
In an Instagram post, Vanessa Bryant, Kobe’s wife and Gianna’s mother, wrote, “My girls and I want to thank the millions of people who’ve shown support and love during this horrific time. Thank you for all the prayers. We definitely need them. We are completely devastated by the sudden loss of my adoring husband, Kobe—the amazing father of our children; and my beautiful, sweet Gianna—a loving, thoughtful, and wonderful daughter and amazing sister to Natalia, Bianka, and Capri. We are also devastated for the families who lost their loved ones on Sunday, and we share in their grief intimately.” In the same post she announced that the Mamba Sports Foundation has set up a fund to support the other families affected by the tragedy. You can donate to the fund by going to www.mambaonthree.org. The scouting director of the Boston Red Sox, Paul Toboni also set up a fund for the Altobelli family. J.J. Altobelli, the son and stepson of John and Keri and brother to Alyssa, is a scout for the Red Sox. The GoFundMe has raised $280,055 as of publication for the family, with a goal of $500,000. You can donate to the fund by going to www.gofundme.com/f/ support-for-the-altobelli-family.
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