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The Phoenix at Milton Phoenix at Milton, opening in October 2016, will offer the seniors of Milton and nearby communities service-enriched assisted living and state of the art memory care, where seniors can embrace independence, knowing care they may require is always available. The community’s architects and interior designers are creating an interior design that leverages natural lighting and common area space with easy access to outdoor patios and courtyards. The exterior amenities also include a paved walking path around the building with resting spots along the way. The building will also feature spacious studios, one and two bedroom apartments with a variety of indoor spaces, including a fully equipped physical therapy/ exercise room, a bistro, piano lounge, full-service salon, pub, library, computer room with associates scheduled to assist our future residents. A large community room that will host performing arts events and guest lecturers as well as a Cafe that will host cooking demonstrations and
classes for residents, their families and the local community. The owners and operators of Phoenix Senior Living have strong local connections and extensive experience in assisted living and senior housing development. Jesse Marinko, CEO, holds true to his core belief “We are people serving people and we know when it comes to a loved one, everything matters. The community, the environment, the care, the programs and the team will represent that core belief and supports our Live, Love, Thrive philosophy.” Marinko went on to add, “Our teams are trained to understand the uniqueness of each senior and that aging affects everyone differently which is why all managers in each of our communities are Certified Dementia Practitioners. When it comes to your loved one everything matters and it matters to us. We are excited to serve seniors, their families and the local community and look forward to a strong partnership with the city of Milton.”
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Going the extra mile It’s marathon season. 10Ks, 5Ks, and Fun Runs are everywhere urging fitness, fun and sometimes even fundraising. We caught up with OrthoAtlanta Johns Creek orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Richard Johnston as he prepared for the iconic Peachtree Road Race on July 4th. An avid runner, we asked Dr. Johnston about his preparation for the world’s largest 10K. Here are tips he shares with his patients preparing for distance runs. • Maintain an active running or exercise schedule all year long. • Build up to the distance, increasing the duration of your runs and exercise routine in the months and weeks heading into race day. • Proper stretching is important before and after each run. • Keep hydrated before, during and after any run. • Pace yourself. Finish the race! Prior injury to muscles, bones or joints may be a great motivator to complete a 10K. It can be goal to work toward and achieve. You will want to work closely with your physician and
physical therapist to build up to the distance and prepare to go the extra mile in the big race. OrthoAtlanta is one of the largest orthopaedic and sports medicine practices in Atlanta, including offices in Johns Creek, 678-205-4261, and Gwinnett / Lawrenceville, 678-957-0757. OrthoAtlanta offers comprehensive operative and non-operative musculoskeletal care and expertise including sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, hip replacement, knee replacement, spine surgery, pain management and acute orthopedic urgent care. See OrthoAtlanta.com.
A great smile is easy to share! Brought to you by: Jeffrey Jordan with Jordan Orthodontics Has stress affected your smile? If so, you are not alone. Stress can be revealed in the eyes, the forehead, the nostrils, and the mouth. In your mouth, too much stress wears down the system, through clenching and grinding. Grinding is sliding the teeth from side to side, eventually weakening them, causing decay and sensitivity. Clenching is biting together tightly, overtime, damaging the complex system of muscles, ligaments, disc, and bone. These are two ways the mouth reacts to the demands and threat of stress. Orthodontic treatment improves function and esthetics of your teeth, minimizing wear and tear. After treatment, a night
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Holistic care is at the core of The Georgian Lakeside The Georgian Lakeside offers a Holistic Care Model with the focus on providing an environment where each individual resident is able to thrive. Our approach to care involves meeting the physiological, psychological, and spiritual needs of each individual resident. Every resident receives individualized care based on their needs when they move in. As their needs change, so does the level of care we provide. Our all-inclusive pricing eliminates the worry of increasing fees which may cause families added stress when trying to budget and manage individual finances overtime. Unlike most communities, we don’t charge more to care more. This is one thing that makes us unique. The care at The Georgian Lakeside is directed by Shantel Dennis our Health and Wellness Director. Shantel has a Bachelor Degree as a Registered Nurse with a Gerontology focus. She offers 20+ years of experience working with the Geriatric and memory care population. Our community utilizes Advanced Care Systems which help to provide accurate and accountable care to the residents in the community by using Electronic Health Records and Electronic Medication Administration Records. These systems provide the care staff with detailed schedules, instructions, and documentation for the care of every
resident which in turn increases safety when providing assistance with activities of daily living and medications. We have also taken special measures in choosing and training our Care Staff. We only hire the most qualified State Certified Nursing Assistance (CNA’s), and Licensed Practical Nurses to assist in implementing each Residents Plan of Care which is designed by our RN –Director of Health and Wellness. You can be sure that these are committed professionals who show compassion and integrity in everything that they do to meet the needs of the Residents that we serve. Our holistic programing will offer many different ways to meet our residents needs. Some activities include, strength training and exercise programs with senior-safe equipment which increase stability and promotes overall health. We use the latest technology available to engage our resident and help them meet and maintain their opium health goals. Shantel Dennis states that “This Care Model makes life fun and enhances overall health wellness by allowing each individual resident the opportunity to thrive and grow while sharing good times with friends.” This is what you can expect from the Georgian Lakeside.
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Old age can be a time of discovery, joy and celebration By: Brooke Walls, Sales Manager, Celebration Village What does it mean to celebrate life as we age? Most commonly people fear growing old, or think of it as a time when life's possibilities will be limited. All too often people think that life will end at the retirement home door—that it is loveless and lonely, with death hovering close by. But there is a way to successfully age. It can be a time of self-recreation, of nurturing interests, of discovering new lifestyles—to grow, achieve, learn, share, educate, create, invent and celebrate what’s to come. It begins with the choice of where to spend your precious golden years, and whether or not the lifestyle it offers empowers you to remain independent, active and engaged in life—allowing you to retain purpose for as long as possible. This lifestyle is one that celebrates life and is the core principle of Masterpiece Living’s Successful Aging. Masterpiece Living is a unique, research-based initiative, developed in conjunction with the Mayo Clinic, and offers a whole-person wellness lifestyle. Findings from a 10-year study by the MacArthur Foundation revealed that 70% of the way you age physically and 50% of how you age mentally is dependent on lifestyle and the choices you make, rather than genetics. This means everything from your activities to your social connections to your stress level can be major factors in how quickly you age. Further, the Successful Aging study determined the best practices to help seniors live longer, healthier, and happier lives. It all comes down to celebrating life to the fullest, and provid-
ing ourselves the perfect environment to do so. Many retirement communities adopt the holistic cultural approach model, but only a select few have been built or managed specifically with Masterpiece Living. A Masterpiece Living community integrates the right lifestyle options for successful aging into every aspect of retirement community life through true physical, intellectual, social and spiritual engagement. These forwardthinking communities promote personal growth by empowering older adults to make healthier lifestyle choices and encourages social interaction—proven to enhance overall quality of life, while lowering the risk of dementia and other forms of deterioration and disease. Residents enjoy purposeful opportunities to learn new things, make new friends, and embark on a journey toward a longer, healthier and more fulfilling life. Simply put, this is an environment where successful aging – at any age or circumstance – is possible, giving us all time to discover ourselves, to find new joys and celebrate life and those important milestones as we age. Opening in Forsyth and Acworth this summer, Celebration Village is proud to be built and managed with the founders of Masterpiece Living, and embodies the findings on successful aging to help residents age successfully, and ultimately celebrate living longer, healthier, happier lives. The Celebration Village concept, developed by Active Senior Concepts (ASC) and AgeWell Living, is a state-of-the-art, next-generation Senior Living Community model created to provide aging adults an upbeat lifestyle promoting independence and optimism.
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Roswell Dental Care offers Glo Science Pro Specialist White patented, painless whitening technology in Integrative Brought to you by: Dr. Remaley with Roswell Dental Care The fastest way to look younger and more vibrant is with a whiter smile. As you age, your teeth naturally begin to turn grey. Studies show that teeth whitening can make you look up to 10 years younger. Whether it’s a wedding, prom, your first day at a new job or the first day of school you want a confident smile. Whiter teeth help boost selfconfidence, encouraging you to be more outgoing and assertive. Dr. David Remaley and Roswell Dental Care offers the most innovative, game-changing teeth whitening technology for your oral health. The G.L.O. Guided Light Optic Technology has revolutionized whitening by eliminating lights that cause high sensitivity and guarantees you the whitest, brightest smile in the dental office and at home. No more impressions or messy trays and In-office treatments are fast. The Patented “ GLO” mouthpiece combines optimal heat and light in a closed system mouthpiece to activate and accelerate formulation for superior results. The
unique mouthpiece prevents oxygen from escaping the teeth and causing sensitivity. With each application of the whitening gel, the G.L.O. Guided Light Optic Technology causes the mouthpiece to warm up to the optimal temperature to accelerate and activate the whitening process for quicker, more efficient results. All without any unbearable sensitivity or painful “zingers”! The Patented GLO whitening G-Vial has a unique brush tip that targets the teeth and allows precise application. The proprietary formula does not migrate onto gums so more burning of the soft tissue! Give us a call to schedule an appointment to discuss this unique whitening system. Roswell Dental Care was recently designated the ”BEST OF THE BEST” Dental Practice in 2016 for North Fulton/ South Forsyth county by Appen Newspaper. We offer a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services designed to meet the needs of the entire family. We have been serving and treating patients in Roswell and the North Fulton area for over 30 years. We ALWAYS welcome new patients. We offer COMPLIMENTARY 2nd opinions. Give our office a call at (470) 375-9244 to discuss your oral health and the LATEST in teeth whitening technology. Fast appointments. No trays or strips. No sensitivity.
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Why nutrition matters in cancer treatment In my integrative oncology practice, patients frequently ask me what they should be eating as part of their cancer treatment regimen. Amazingly, many of them tell me that their conventional oncologist stated that it doesn’t matter what they eat. This is simply not true! We know that nutrition is a valuable tool in our arsenal in the fight against cancer, as evidenced by many clinical studies. Cancer cells, regardless of the type of cancer, require sugar to grow and flourish. This is why PET scans use radiolabeled sugar to identify cancerous
locations in the body. One of the most important things anyone with cancer can do is to eliminate sugar from the diet. When I say sugar, I am not just referring to the white stuff you might add to your coffee or to baked goods. I am also referring to anything that acts like sugar in the body, which is virtually all carbohydrates. This includes
bread, pasta, potato chips, cookies, and candy, just to name a few. Focus instead on organic vegetables, grass fed beef, free range eggs, organic hormone-free chicken, nuts, and seeds. For more information about my cancer treatment program, please call my office at (770) 5512730 or visit my website at drstegall.com.
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Invisalign takes a modern approach to straightening teeth As an adult, it’s difficult to imagine wearing metal brackets and wires for months, or possibly years, to address your problems. Fortunately, for many individuals there is an alternative to traditional metal braces. Invisalign® takes a modern approach to straightening teeth, using a custom-made series of aligners created for you and only you. These aligner trays are made of smooth, comfortable and virtually invisible plastic that you wear over your teeth. Wearing the aligners will gradually and gently shift your teeth into place, based on the exact movements your dentist plans out for you. There are no metal brackets to attach and no wires to tighten. You’ll achieve a great smile with little interference in your daily life. The best part about the whole process is that most people won't even know you're straightening your teeth. You may be surprised to know that the benefits of having properly aligned teeth extend far beyond a confident smile. According to the American Dental Association, straightening your teeth can actually significantly affect your overall dental health. HEALTHIER TEETH AND GUMS
Properly positioned teeth are easier to brush and floss than teeth that are crowded, crooked, or spaced too far apart. Properly aligned teeth can help gums fit more tightly around them, which can lead to better periodontal health. EASIER CLEANING With maintenance of good oral hygiene, the chance of having plaque retention, tooth decay, and periodontal
disease can be reduced. The aligners are removable, so it’s easy to continue brushing and flossing your teeth the way you normally do. DECREASED RISK OF ABNORMAL WEAR Properly aligned teeth can be less stressful on the supporting jaw joints and alleviate the issues that can be caused by an improper bite, speech or chewing difficulties, jaw problems, and
increased wear on the tooth enamel. Treatable cases include people who have gaps between their teeth, those with crowded or crooked teeth, as well as people who have an overbite, underbite, open bite, or crossbite. For those of you who desire a straighter smile and want to find out if Invisalign is a good option for you, please call 770-623-8750 and visit our website: www.HiTechSmiles.com.
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Dear diabetes sufferer By: Dr.Natalie Lawrence, DC Functional Medicine What if you could Reverse Type II diabetes naturally? What if traditional health care has it all wrong? Diabetes is a nasty disease that ruins the lives of millions of people because it increases your risk for a multitude of debilitating disorders. New research, like the groundbreaking Rotterdam study, are linking diabetes to Alzheimers Disease. The scientific community has even coined the term “Type 3 Diabetes” for AD. Type 2 Diabetics have double the risk of developing dementia and patients on insulin have 4 times the risk! Some other complications are: •Neuropathy - About half of all people with diabetes have some form of nerve damage like burning/tingling sensations in the hands or feet. It can also cause organ problems like erectile dysfunction due to damage of the nerves to your internal organs. •Eye Problems – Diabetics are 40% more likely to suffer from glaucoma which can lead to blindness and 60% more likely to develop cataracts •Kidney Failure - Diabetes can dam-
age the kidneys, resulting in kidney disease that may require dialysis •Mood disorders - According to the CDC, just having diabetes doubles your risk of developing depression. You can be prescribed medicines to help manage your depression, neuropathy, ED, high blood pressure, glaucoma, acid reflux and cognitive decline, but is that really addressing the real REASON you have those health problems?? Is it fixing anything?? Our approach for supporting diabetic patients is totally different – AND MUCH MORE EFFECTIVE – than traditional methods. There is no “quickfix”, but those willing to accept responsibility for their health CAN reverse the trends and get healthy again! What if you: •No longer had to inject yourself with insulin or take a handful of pills to manage your blood sugar? •Had the energy to exercise, play with your grandkids and enjoy family outings? •Could lose weight without starving yourself? •Didn’t have the worry of developing or worsening diabetic complications or •Thinking that the best you can do
is to just hope for the best •Knew that once and for all, you could finally understand why YOU had diabetes … Now - stop imagining! Take the first step toward turning all the above into reality by attending a free Diabetic Lunch or Dinner. My New Patient Coordinator Lisa can give you the details, tell you about the lecture and get you scheduled. Call (770) 237-5534 to
qualify for one of our upcoming events today! Visit our web site: integrativehealthcareofatlanta.com for more information. “I have been going there for 1 month.. my blood sugar has gone from 300-400s to low 100s. I have lost 17 lbs.. my energy has soared... best decision I ever made. Deverda Farr - Winder, Ga
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Senior scam alert By: Sue McCormick Synergy HomeCare (Part 2 of 6 part series)
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Synergy HomeCare will be identifying the most common scams that target seniors, along with the warning signs of each scam and information on how you or your loved one can avoid becoming a victim. From Contractor Fraud to IRS Phone Scams, this information will be published in a multi-part series so Don’t miss them! You can also see our Senior Scam Alert Guide on our website at http://www.SynergyHomeCare.com/ NorthAtlanta . Romance Scam How It Works Scammers often play on your loneliness. They can break your heart and your bank account. Typically, you would meet the con artist through a social networking or dating site. The scammer, who will say that they are in another city or country, will then proceed to build a relationship with you. The con artist will eventually state they want to meet you in person. Around this time, the criminal will seek assistance from you in covering travel costs. A variation on this theme includes the criminal asking you to send money to help them visit a sick relative. Of course, the requests for help are all a scam, and the money you wired is now in the hands of the con artist. How to Avoid It: • Be suspicious when someone you haven't met in person professes their love. • Never send money for any reason to someone you haven’t met. • Be cautious when conversing with an individual that claims to live close to you but is working overseas; this is a setup for the fraudster to provide numerous reasons to ask for money. • If you receive a check or other
form of payment from someone you've met online, and they ask you to cash it and send a portion of the funds back to them, don't do it. Prize Award Calls and Mail How It Works You may get a phone call from someone claiming you have won a prize, such as a vacation or a lottery. Sometimes you may get a notice in the mail. To claim your prize, there are often costly strings attached. How to Avoid It Look for these red flags: • In order to claim the prize, you must purchase a product, pay a processing fee or pay taxes. 
 • Request for a credit card number, checking account number or a Social Security number. • Often your money must be sent by overnight delivery to a company in another state or country. 
 • Make sure you report the call or mail to the office of the attorney general in your state. 
 Sue McCormick and Stacy Fotos are the owners of Synergy HomeCare North Atlanta and provide non-medical homecare to the seniors in the North Metro Atlanta area. Their caregivers assist people of all ages with any activity of daily living and their goal is to keep your loved ones safe and in their home for as long as possible. Call today for a free home assessment at 770777-4781 or visit their website for more information. www.SynergyHomeCare. com/NorthAtlanta
40% OFF LASIK for Only 40 Days Thomas Eye Group, a leading eye care provider with seven locations in the Atlanta area, is offering its biggest LASIK special of the year. For 40 days only, patients can take advantage of summer LASIK savings with 40% off their LASIK procedure at Thomas Eye Group. The special began on June 20, 2016 and runs through the end of July. Some restrictions apply. LASIK surgery has become one of the most popular elective procedures in the world. Since receiving FDA approval in the late 90’s, LASIK has
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Corrective exercise is medicine for prevention Medical Fitness and Wellness Group announces their new state-ofart location in Johns Creek. Whether young in body or just in mind, injuries can happen at any stage and Corrective Exercise is often the key to getting back to “yourself.” At the Medical Fitness and Wellness Group they truly have a comprehensive and holistic approach to helping maintain and heal our bodies through wellness programs like: Corrective Exercise solutions for muscle pain management and injury prevention, Corrective and Therapeutic Massage Therapy, Chiropractic, traditional Physical Therapy for hand and orthopedic rehab , ARP Wave Therapy for faster injury recovery and healing, Medical Exercise for chronic diseases and conditions, a scientifically proven blood/sugar management program, and personal fitness Training programs to lose weight, tone up, or improve your favorite sport. Come find out why we were voted runner up for "Best of North Fulton & South Forsyth" for alternative and holistic medicine. Visit us at: exercise4prevention.com or call 770.623.4078.
The new signature in assisted living Retirement living should be exceptional living. Situated in one of the most desirable spots in Johns Creek, this new 100 apartment community is within close proximity to world-class healthcare facilities, cultural venues, fine shopping and dining. Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek is a one-of-a-kind community offering a luxurious lifestyle with concierge services, chef-prepared meals, housekeeping and more, without a large investment or long-term commitment. “We are changing the way people live,” says Beth Richardson, Executive Director at Arbor Terrace. “Working with strong on-site partners in healthcare, including 24 hour nursing staff and on site therapy, we can provide as much or as little care as our residents
need.” Arbor Terrace’s goal is to provide the residents with comfort, security and peace of mind. This beautiful community will have all the amenities you would expect including a fitness center with a variety of exercise and educational offerings as well as a vibrant social calendar. As Judd Harper, President of the Arbor Company points out, “We consider it our priority to help you stay fit and healthy. Our dedicated staff is committed to facilitating our residents’ physical, intellectual and cultural wellbeing.” For more information on Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek, please call (770)999-9577 and visit our website at www. at-johnscreek.com.
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