SERVICES

from Best of the Red River Valley 2021

by The Forum of Fargo Moorhead

APEX PHYSICAL THERAPY & WELLNESS CENTER

Best Professional Photographer

Best Retirement Community

Best Veterinarian Office

Taylor Jane Photography

Location: Fargo

You’ve successfully defended your title! How does it feel to win again?

“I am shocked and thrilled to be awarded this title for the third year in a row! I am beyond grateful,” Photographer Taylor Jorgenson said.

What sets you apart as a family photographer?

“I provide a full wardrobe to my clients and it’s included in my sessions,” Jorgenson said. “Not only do I have clothes and accessories for use, I also help style each family from beginning to end. I have a goal to take away as much stress as possible before, during, and after every session.”

What’s the most memorable moment from the last year for you?

“My most memorable moment from this year is adding our sweet baby boy Hayes to the family and getting to photograph his life from day one!” she said.

Eventide Senior Living Communities Casselton Veterinary Service

Location: Fargo, Moorhead, West Fargo

What is the most rewarding part of what you do?

“We are honored to serve the older adults of the Red River Valley and beyond through our continuum of care,” President and CEO Jon Riewer said. “We see time after time how older adults thrive in our communities and it makes us feel like we have one of the greatest, most important opportunities to serve!” honorable mentions

What have been the biggest challenges for your teams during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic?

One challenge was when our residents couldn’t see their loved ones, but it brought our team members together and affirmed for us that working in long term care is a calling. The feeling of family between our team and residents is what got us through the greatest challenges of the pandemic, Riewer said.

Location: Casselton, N.D. and Fargo

What makes what you do special to your animal and human customers?

“We recognize and foster the love we see between the client and their animals,” said Dr. Brad Bartholomay, a veterinarian and one of four owners of the business. “It brings us such joy to see them get back to health.” honorable mentions honorable mentions

What’s the most rewarding part of what you do? Teamwork and problem solving to restore health, Bartholomay said.

What’s the most memorable accomplishment by your team in 2021?

Maintaining our standards through a pandemic, he said.

SECOND PLACE: JAY PHINA PHOTOGRAPHY

THIRD PLACE: BEAUTY MARKS BOUDOIR

FOURTH PLACE: FROM WHERE I COME PHOTOGRAPHY

FIFTH PLACE: IVAN AMSSAN PHOTOGRAPHY

SECOND PLACE: BETHANY RETIREMENT LIVING

THIRD PLACE: WHISPERING CREEK APARTMENTS

FOURTH PLACE: RIVER POINTE OF MOORHEAD

FIFTH PLACE: TOUCHMARK AT HARWOOD GROVES

SECOND PLACE: PRAIRIE WINDS

VETERINARY CENTER

THIRD PLACE: ANIMAL HEALTH CLINIC

FOURTH PLACE: LEE VETERINARY CLINIC

FIFTH PLACE: WEST FARGO ANIMAL HOSPITAL

Best Yard Improvement Company

All Terrain Grounds Maintenance

Location: Fargo

How does it feel to win this category?

“It feels great and humbling,” Marketing Manager Esther Saavedra said. “We’ve always been dedicated to the work that we do and to our teams, so it’s an awesome feeling and rewarding to win the Best of the Red River Valley title.”

What is the secret to your success?

“It all comes down to knowing who we are, and what we stand for as a company,” Saavedra said. “To be real, to value our team, to deliver an exceptional customer experience, and to give back to our

Honorable Mentions

SECOND PLACE: S & S LANDSCAPING COMPANY, INC.

THIRD PLACE: JOHNSONS LAWN SERVICE, INC.

FOURTH PLACE: WELK’S LAWN CARE

FIFTH PLACE: LAWN IMPROVEMENT community. With that being at the center of who we are, it all comes down to providing our customers with the kind of service that makes them proud to say they’ve been a part of our All Terrain story.”