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Sellers’ market. Buyers’ market. While market changes might affect the offer you make on the home of your dreams, they’re among the least important financial factors in purchasing your home.Much more important is the quality of your mortgage and the lender you trust to help you live happily ever after!

Shoppers: Get That Pre-Approval Letter. These days, regardless of whether you’re overbidding, underbidding or offering asking price, sellers may not consider your offer without a letter from your lender that says you qualify for the financing necessary to close.These letters are now a fact-of-life in the mortgage business, and a good lender will be happy to both provide you with one and make themselves available to verify your qualifications to an inquiring seller’s agent once you’ve made your offer.

Reserve has even said that one reason for the recent rate hikes is to allow it to lower rates in the face of an economic recession.An adjustable-rate mortgage can give you a number of advantages.The initial rate is usually lower than their fixed rate counterparts, lowering your monthly payments right off the bat.Plus, these initial rates are locked for terms of 5 to 10 years, which in some cases may be longer than you intend to be in this home.Additionally, if rates are lower at the end of the initial term, the rate for the remaining term will go down. And of course, if rates drop during the initial period, you can refinance and lock in a longer-term fixed-rate at that time. The home of your dreams is just around the corner! But don’t forget that first stop to your mortgage lender.

Choosing the Right Loan & Lender – For You! Interest rates are important, but there’s much more to choosing a lender and a loan.To some banks, people are just numbers. They crunch loans for profits and aren’t particularly concerned about each individual.Purchasing a home is a lifetime/lifechanging decision, and you should look for the financing that best suits your individual needs – not the lender’s.Check local rates, then schedule appointments/calls to discuss your goals for home ownership.While perhaps not all online reviews can be trusted, checking them may give you an overall sense of the operation you’re considering dealing with. Communicate with lender prior to shopping. This is a critical piece in today’s market.First, you will need to learn what you can afford, and the costs associated with purchasing a home.If you’re a first-time homebuyer, there are lots of closing costs for things you may never have heard of.If you’re buying a new home, many costs have probably changed dramatically since your last closing.

Choosing the Right Loan –For You! Once you’ve found that great lender, you’ll discuss finding the best loan option based on your personal goals.Based on factors such as, your monthly income, how much you owe, how long you’re planning to stay in your home, and your desired monthly payments, your lender will be able to preview a variety of loan programs and pricing options. They should also provide you with an estimated closing costs tool to view the costs associated with each specific loan program.

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Communication It is important that your therapist asks pertinent questions regarding your health, as well as your goals for your session. An open line of communication should be established, and your therapist should check in regarding the depth of pressure as well as your comfort throughout the session. Excessive conversation on the therapist’s part is discouraged, as most clients just want to relax! Environment A professional setting should be free of distractions such as loud noises or bright lights. Soft music may be played to help you to relax. Your modesty should be always respected; your therapist should use appropriate draping to ensure privacy and comfort so you can relax.Book your next massage today by calling Massage Envy Cranston (401-2754900), East Greenwich (401-336-2900), Lincoln(401-334-3689) or Providence (401455-3689).

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Receiving a customized facial or an advanced skincare treatment is a fabulous way to relax and unwind from the daily environmental stress we are all facing. Receiving professional skincare services is an investment into your skin, and a great way to address your skincare concerns, set goals, and see results.

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As our newest addition to the advanced skincare services offered at Massage Envy, this treatment includes the use of Lightstim technology. Boasting 20 minutes of therapeutic light energy and patented wavelength technology, this UV-free LED Light therapy is FDA cleared to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This nourishing facial offers a scent-sational journey of tropical scents all while tightening, firming and maximizing hydration. Your Esthetician will help you relax while performing a hand and arm massage, and you’ll leave feeling renewed and restored. Is a Chemical Peel right for me?

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Ask your friends, co-workers, and family members who they see for their massage services. A reputable therapist will be able to answer yes to these questions: do you have testimonials from clients that endorse your work?Are you affiliated with any national organizations? Will you address my concerns and answer any additional questions regarding my session? Pricing Massage Envy offers a membership or series of sessions that can help to reduce the cost of receiving massage on a regular basis. Many healthcare offerings, such as a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account, will reimburse for massage services. In addition, some healthcare plans will cover massage if there has been a prescription or referral from a physician.

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A customizable 60- or 90-minute facial includes a professional consultation to determine your short-term and long-term skincare goals. At Massage Envy using Jan Marini and Obagi professional skincare brands, customized facials are expertly designed to improve texture, tone and the overall clarity of your skin. After a deep cleanse, and an in-depth skin analysis, your Esthetician will choose an exfoliant to clear away surface skin cells and reveal a brighter, more youthful glow. They may then perform extractions to clear clogged pores, and provide the skin with a customizable mask to firm, tighten and soothe the skin. Lastly, they will use a series of antiaging finishing products that include collagen, peptides, and antioxidants to achieve a nourished, glowing and hydrated complexion.

We are all acutely aware of the need for selfcare. The stressful world that we live in can take its toll on our bodies. Taking care of your body should be a top priority! Massage therapy can make a difference in the quality of your life by addressing muscular tension, alleviating chronic aches and pains, and reducing stress to help you feel like your best self again. No two people are the same and that’s why no two massages should be the same. At Massage Envy, your session is customized by licensed massage therapists who specialize in a variety of massage techniques, which include relaxation, deep tissue, prenatal, sports massage and reﬂexology. Massage Envy partnered with Charlotte’s Web, a leader in the world of CBD so that clients can enhance their massage with CBD Clinic Relax Massage Cream. This botanical blend combines CBD, camphor and essential oils which can help alleviate pain, promote relaxation, and nourish the skin.

This advanced skincare service exfoliates, extracts and finishes by infusing a perfectly selected serum based on your skincare goals. With smoother and more radiant skin, you can put your best face forward immediately following a Microdermabrasion Infusion. Come in and experience a skin transformation with one of our Estheticians! Book your next facial or advanced service today by calling Massage Envy Cranston (401-275-4900), East Greenwich (401-336-2900), Lincoln (401334-3689) or Providence (401-455-3689).

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A PCA chemical peel is a deep exfoliation, meant to refresh your skin, even your complexion, improve discoloration, repair aging skin, and address concerns with acne or fine lines and wrinkles. There is minimal downtime associated with a PCA Chemical Peel and we offer a peel for every skin type. Massage Envy is happy to announce these amazing additions to our peel services: No Peel/Peel– new technology provides transformative results with NO downtime. Summer Papaya Glow Exfoliation- an enzymatic enhancement that invigorates the skin, provides additional exfoliation, luminosity and clarity, prior to the application of the chemical peel Exfoliating Neck and Décolleté Treatmentproviding the same chemical peel exfoliation technology on the both the neck and décolleté to firm and target signs of discoloration and pigmentation What is a Microderm Infusion?

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Inquire about the therapist’s experience and specialties that they offer to ensure they will be a good fit for you. Depending upon your goals for the session, our therapists may offer aromatherapy, CBD cream, or specific massage techniques to address your concerns. Massage Envy has been recognized by RI Monthly magazine with a “Best of RI” award 7 times from their readers as The Best Locally Owned Day Spa in RI!!!

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Larger supermarket chains often do not cook or prepare meals on site using locally grown foods; most products are prepackaged in another facility and trucked in. Same with many other perishable products – chains have moved away from providing custom cut roasts, or hand-cut swordfish – many do not staff butchers, fishmongers, or chefs with the experience of handling locally grown or harvested products.“Welike food, we enjoy buying it, selling it, preparing, and experimenting with it. We learned early on that food brings people together; it brings families together and it brings our communities together. Our families over the past 20 years have been hurried – sitting down to dinner isn’t the norm anymore,” said Budlong. “We strive to be part of every meal. To do that, we produce as many high quality foods – many of them comfort foods –that will allow you to enjoy dinner. And know that the food has been prepared fresh, with high quality ingredients. The quality and ingredients you would use if you made it yourself.”Shopping is a personal experience for most people, and while times are changing and the speed in which we live has increased, the availability of locally grown foods provides a connection consumers look“Ourfor.goal is to have all the items a family needs and wants – from the sale items to the staple items,” said Budlong. “We like the sense of community that Grocery Stores have – a meeting place to shop, have a cup of coffee and catch up with neighbors.”

Not only is local food safe and convenient, farmers and grocers who sell their products aren’t anonymous and take their responsibility to the consumer seriously. Locally produced food also supports communities, preserves open spaces and benefits the environment.

“Locally grown produce is generally only available about 12 to 14 weeks of the year,” said Budlong, who wants customers to know what they are eating. “We work hard to provide accurate signage for all our products – especially produce, seafood and meats.”

“Our prepared foods are made either in our central commissary in East Greenwich or on site in our In Store Kitchens. All the meals are made with fresh ingredients – local ingredients whenever possible – and by hand,” said Budlong. “It really is better than restaurant qual-

August 2022 • Ask The Experts • 5 Summer is here, and if you’re looking for the freshest fruits, vegetables, and locally grown produce, now is the time to find them at Dave’s Marketplace. In Rhode Island and throughout New England, many local farms raise fruits, vegetables, ﬂowers and herbs for neighborhood markets. These growers are dedicated to the quality and value of fresh food for their“Weliving.arein the perishable business – we want you to feel and smell how fresh everything is,” said Susan Budlong of Dave’s Marketplace. “We set this stage by having customers walk through our Produce departments first and foremost.”Picked at their peak, locally grown foods taste and look betteazr, and with shorter times betweaen the farm and table, it’s less likely that nutrients will be lost. Nearby farms often grow different varieties of crops to provide a longer harvest season and the best ﬂavors.

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The doctor may suggest additional facilities not on your original list. When your loved one has special needs, the doctor will know which facility or center can best meet these requirements. Deciding to put a family member or loved one in a nursing facility is never easy. Carefully weigh the expectations of your family member with your impressions and the recommendations of others. This is one of life’s most difficult decisions.

Dental implants can be a comfortable, natural solution to get your beautiful smile back and keep it for years to come!Weunderstand patients can become fearful when they are in need of dental work or surgery. At Eric George DMD & Associates, we proudly provide dental anesthesia, including sedation, for our apprehensive patients. Using our advanced techniques in anesthesia, in our state-of-the-art office, patients can undergo dental implant surgery in a calm and relaxing setting. Dental implants are natural looking and superior in quality when compared to other tooth replacement options. They are a permanent solution that provide not only cosmetic benefits but many health benefits as well. Dental implants allow patients to regain the ability to eat food. Patients can finally eat comfortably and expand their diet from soft foods to hearty, nutritional foods. In addition, being able to really chew down your food allows your body to absorb more nutrients from the foods you eat!

A nursing home can provide a comfortable living environment for your loved ones while ensuring that all of their needs are met. As an added bonus, you can rest assured knowing that quality medical care is always nearby to meet any medical emergency that may arise. You can’t put a price on that peace of mind. Here are a few things to think about if you believe someone you love could benefit from nursing home care.

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As your loved ones reach their final years, they may encounter medical care needs that family members aren’t able to handle alone. And ensuring that your loved ones are as comfortable and safe as possible as they age is paramount to guarding their quality of life. That’s where a good nursing home facility comes in.

Focus on the cleanliness, staffing levels and the appearance of other residents. Is the air fresh and free from unpleasant odors such as urine, feces and stale food? Are there enough nurses and attendants on duty? Are residents appropriately dressed? Do they seem clean and freshly bathed? Bring the prospective resident along for the tour. This facility may become home. Your loved one deserves to have a voice in selecting the facility. Feeling welcomed are cues that this could be a positive living experience. Socializing is important. Are there opportunities for residents to meet each other? Regular activities such as music and crafts or an outdoor area for enjoying the sunshine will enhance quality of life. Most nursing home facilities are happy to provide a tour of the building. Once you see the environment, ask for a consultation with a staff member. This is an opportunity for you to ask questions and address special needs of the prospective patient. Possible questions might include availability of physical and occupational therapy, accommodation of patients’ doctors’ appointments outside the facility and access to barbers and beauticians for the residents.

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You might have a chance to talk with a relative of a patient who is currently living in the nursing home. Don’t be afraid of asking them for honest opinions about the facility. Query them about the staff and quality of care received by the residents. Solicit their input on whether you should place your own loved one in thisThesefacility.relatives are usually eager to share their experiences with you. Hearing their impressions will help ease your own anxieties about this important decision.

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Take a tour of the potential facility. You should intuitively feel warmth and safety in this environment. Your visit will also provide clues about the general atmosphere and morale of the residents. There should be lots of natural light, cheerful colors, bright wall art and hints of laughter from the staff and patients.

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If you are still unsure about your decision, or if you have reservations about the facility, discuss the matter with your loved one’s primary care physician. This professional should also be able to recommend good nursing facilities in your area.

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Another wonderful benefit of dental implants is that they reduce the amount of oral infections. By removing and replacing problematic teeth, patients no longer need to worry about tooth decay or periodontal disease. Eliminating these problematic teeth will lower your risk of dental infections and abscesses. With dental implants, you can replace one single tooth, or multiple teeth without needing a damaging bridge or uncomfortable partial denture. To begin the dental implant process, patients come in for a personalized consultation and receive a CBCT scan. This scan captures 3D images of your mouth which our Doctors use to analyze the amount of bone in your jaw. From there, you will receive an individualized plan to replace your failing or missing teeth. On the day of your surgery, all of your questions and fears will be addressed by our attentive staff. If you are tired of living with failing or missing teeth, it is time to consider dental implants for a permanent solution. Dental implants can restore your ability to eat the foods you love, speak clearly, and most importantly, smile confidently.

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Dental implants offer a permanent replacement for adult teeth that look, feel and function like natural teeth. They can replace a single missing tooth, multiple missing teeth, or a full arch of teeth. Dental implants consist of a titanium screw, which acts as the root of the tooth, and a custom restoration to replace the crown.

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The right orthopedic surgeon will help heal in juries to your shoulders, hands, joints or knees. These medical professionals provide help for sports injuries or joint replacements.

When you are having a major surgical proce dure on your musculoskeletal system, it is es sential to find the best medical professional for theTime,job. persistence and research can put you on the right path to recovery. Here are some tips to help you find the best surgeon for your needs.

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Surgeons must be allowed to operate in fa cilities. Different hospitals have different levels of technology and equipment. You will want to have the procedure done at a hospital that is equipped to fit your needs. If you prefer to have the surgery performed at a particular hospital, check to make sure the surgeon is approved to operate at the facility.

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Some surgeons prefer having patients try oth er options -- such as physical therapy, dietary or lifestyle changes -- before performing surgery. Others think it is wiser to do surgery before a problem gets worse. At your initial consultation with an orthope dic surgeon, try to understand their medical phi losophy. Think about whether it matches your expectations.Thesurgeon should make you feel comfort able and confident. A good bedside manner, with excellent knowledge, experience and com munication, will make you feel more relaxed about your health care decisions.

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The best surgeons help you with preparation and recovery from your medical treatment. They do more than just perform an actual procedure. They will take the time to answer all your questions patiently and offer practical sugges tions to help you hasten your recovery. As well, the doctor will look at your lifestyle to help you become healthier. He will not simply fix your broken or painful body part. Changing your lifestyle and taking better care of yourself may lessen the need for surgery in the future.

Request information about the surgeon’s background, where he attended medical school and where he did his residency. Many orthopedic specialists become ex perts at performing one or two types of proce dures. Keep in mind that the more experience they have with cases like yours, the more likely you will have a good outcome after the proce dure.

Ask your primary care physician for the names of orthopedic surgeons. Your doctor is the best resource for finding a medical professional who can handle your case effectively. Other medical professionals in his practice might also be able to refer you. It is vital that you find a surgeon who specializes in what you need. For example, a man with a sports injury and an elderly person who needs a knee replacement will require two very different doctors.

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Once again why wouldn’t you want to hire someone who does this for a living and not just on the weekends> Things like mowing before the grass is too long and knowing what type of fertilizer to put down for certain times of the year are crucial to the health of your lawn.

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Origin: The name “Condesa” refers to a neighborhood or borough in Mexi co City that is known for it’s trendy and hipster cafes, bistros and nightlife. Our interior decor is very much Condesainspired. Mexico, in general, is a very diverse country in many ways, includ ing culture, and as a result the food varies region to region. Mexico city, given its huge population and draw of people from all over the country, has the culture and food of all of Mexico to offer. So in a way, we feel that in the ame/geographical area we fi nd all of it put together; the culture, the up and coming hip ance.foodborough,renewedtheandambi What sets us apart: fromarefamilyhomestyle,Ourrecipesmadefreshscratch, in our kitchen. We offer new menu items periodically. The word “Authen tic” is used so often that it has kind of lost its credibility, however we take pride in our food, our ingredients and our recipes in both our kitchen and bar. We very much believe that we provide the most authentic Mexican food. My brother and I have been in the business for over 20 years, hav ing started working in family, Mexican restaurants since our early teens and more recently owning and operating our own restaurants. Our parents have taught us well. They have instilled the value of hard work and work ethics. We learn from experience and are not afraid to experiment with new things. At Condesa, we bring all that together.

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Do you have a passion or personal interests you want to pursue during and after high school? Do you like using technology and collaborating with others to solve complex problems? Do you want more opportunities to select topics to study in school-based and work-based learning and acquire the skills needed to thrive in an ever-changing world? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you would like the learning experiences available in Ponaganset High School’s Career and Technical Education Programs.

Ponaganset High School (PHS) offers twelve (12) State approved CTE programs that lead to college credits and/or industry certifications. We have strong academic, career, art, music, personalized learning, and athletic programs. We use capstone projects and portfolios to measure proficiency and we support students’ learning with online and dual enrollment courses. Every student has a Windows laptop and we have invested more than three million dollars ($3,000,000) in equipment, our facility, and other enhancements. Located in scenic Northwest Rhode Island, our picturesque 100+ acre campus includes newly renovated academic, art, music, and athletic facilities. Ponaganset is fully accredited by NEASC and a member of the League of Innovative Schools. In the Spring of 2020, Ponaganset High School was the recipient of a $500,000 XQ+RI grant making us one of 21 schools across the United States to participate in the XQ Super School Project. These funds will be used to further personalize our school and advance our support for students in five broad categories. Our mission is to empower future-ready graduates with the passion, purpose, and proficiency to Start Here and Go Big! Our high school provides students with a supportive and cutting-edge learning environment. We offer a high-quality academic education, state-of-the-art facilities, and meaningful CTE programs designed to provide students with a competitive edge.

Preparing All Students for College and Careers Through Career and Technical Education

Limited transportation is available to students from Burrillville, Cranston, Johnston, Smithfield and other neighboring towns via centralized bus stops.

The Governor, legislature, business, industry, and local communities are investing in Career and Technical Education (CTE) to develop a highly-skilled workforce to drive the economic development of our State and local communities. To ensure the economic well-being of our state and drive our economy, Rhode Island needs to graduate students from every high school with well-developed academic, career-technical, and transferable professional skills. Ponaganset High School is committed to being a state-wide leader in this work and advancing the development of CTE in our state.

Artificial intelligence and automation are transforming our lives and the world of work and they will continue to do so in ways we can only imagine. To help prepare students who are ready for careers in high-demand employment sectors, we are building partnerships with business, industry, and higher education to provide authentic learning experiences inside and outside of school. To compete in a global economy, our State’s students need to: be original thinkers, develop deep content knowledge, be literate in multiple subjects, solve complex problems, and perform non-routine jobs in an increasingly automated world. Developing these skills is a focus of our school. We will be accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year on September 1, 2022. We are pleased to be expanding the facilities for our Construction and Manufacturing Program with concentrations in manufacturing and/or construction management. We are also adding a state of the art greenhouse to our Plant Science Program. For more information, please visit our website at www. https://graduate. fgschools.com/ and review our video and brochures or call 401-710-7579.

Dr.Sincerely,Renee SuperintendentPalazzoof Foster-Glocester Regional School District

August 2022 • Ask The Experts • 15 PONAGANSET HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE INFORMATIONAL SESSION WITH GUEST PANEL AND TOUR FOR IN-DISTRICT & OUT-OF-DISTRICT STUDENTS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2022 | 5:30 - 8:00 P.M. Ponaganset High School is seeking highly motivated students entering 9th, 10th and 11th grade who want to pursue their interests and passions. We offer twelve RI Dept. of Education approved CTE programs that lead to college credit and/or industry certification for students in and out of our district. Animal Science Biomedical Science Business Computer Science Construction and Manufacturing Criminal Justice Health & Fitness/EMT Music Performance/Education Music Technology Plant Science Pre-Engineering Visual Arts Why choose Ponaganset High School? High-quality academic education is combined with meaningful custom-tailored career programs Educational experiences enhanced by one-to-one laptops for each student Newly renovated, state-of-the-art facilities nestled on a 100+ acre campus Academic community that fosters personalized opportunities for students TUITION PROVIDED BY SENDING DISTRICT FOR ACCEPTED STUDENTS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED TO STUDENTS FROM: COVENTRY EAST GREENWICH SCITUATE WARWICK WEST WARWICK Start here. Go big!® | For more information call 401-710-7579, email admissions@fgschool.com, or visit us at www.fg.k12.ri.us