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MUSCLE SHOALS 2016 PUBLISHER
Mark Helms 256.235.1955 mhelms@cableone.net mark@readhealthyhorizons.com
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Kimberly Helms, D.H.Ed., MSN, RN 256.310.6174 khelms@jsu.edu kim@readhealthyhorizons.com on. ile on vacati ing a meal wh ar sh ly mi fa Helms
Greetings from team Healthy Horizons. Owners Mark and Kimberly Helms are excited to give you the latest edition of Muscle Shoals, a vital resource tool for your healthcare needs. Our publication is continually being refined to reflect current issues and trends which are relevant to society. We recognize our duty to conscientiously maintain relevant articles and health education to better serve our communities. Our magazine which is freely distributed throughout the Southeast, was founded 13 years ago by Mark and Kimberly. With their passion for God, community and family, this publication was a natural extension of those core beliefs. We wish you success as you strive for Healthy Horizons!
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Healthy Horizons Healthy Recipe Contest 2016 We need your recipes! If you live in the following areas (Anniston/Gadsden, Muscle Shoals, Tuscaloosa, Montgomery, Dothan or West Georgia) and would like to submit your recipe for consideration to be in our Magazine please email kelley@readhealthyhorizons.com, your recipe with complete instructions, your photo and contact
information and a picture of your dish if you have it. If we use your recipe in our magazine it will be on our website and up for reader nomination. We will let the readers vote for the best recipe of the year and if you are selected you will win the new Annual Healthy Horizons Healthy Recipe Contest.
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SETH ROGEN, ALZHEIMER’S & HILARITY FOR CHARITY
The actor/comedian talks about his family’s struggles with Alzheimer’s and what he and his wife are doing about it
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SHOPPING SIMPLIFIED
When an Alabama resident needed a better way to take her daughter shopping she developed Caroline’s Cart
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L. Don Wilson discusses what goes into an extreme smile makeover and why more and more people are having it done
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MARRIOTT SHOALS HOTEL & SPA
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Meet our staff - explore our services
JAMIE HOOD JEWELERS
We know YOUR jewelry!
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BREAST CANCER SPECIALIST:
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FAVORITE RECIPES
Local residents share a collection of their favorite recipes
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Seth Rogen Alzheimer’s and
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A few short years ago, actor/comedian Seth Rogen and wife Lauren Miller Rogen started a charity with a few friends called Hilarity for Charity® (HFC) as part of the Alzheimer’s Association. Today, HFC has not only increased Alzheimer’s disease awareness by leaps and bounds, but has also raised in excess of $4 million for research and patient care. Seth and Lauren’s championing of Alzheimer’s goes beyond fundraising, as well. In February 2014, Seth testified at a Congressional hearing concerning Alzheimer’s. After a light-hearted opening, Seth jumped right to the point about why the disease is so important to him. “I started dating my wife Lauren nine years ago when her mother was almost 54 years old. The first time I met her parents, being the mensch (a person of integrity and honor) that I am, I was excited to spend time with them and make Lauren think I was the type of guy she should continue dating. It was this trip, the first time I met my now-motherin-law, that Lauren first admitted to herself and then to me that something was off with her mother,” Seth told the group of Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health & Human Services. “I guess the clues were, unfortunately, easy to spot since both of Lauren’s mother’s parents had Alzheimer’s disease. Soon after this trip, at 55 years old, Lauren’s mother was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s. “Now, at this point, my impression of Alzheimer’s was what I assume was probably most people’s impression is - I thought it was something only, like, really, really old people got and I thought the way the disease primarily showed itself was in the form of forgotten keys, wearing mismatched shoes and being asked the same question over and over. This period, which was the only way I’d seen Alzheimer’s
displayed in movies or television, lasted a few years for Lauren’s mom. After that, however, is when I saw the real, ugly truth of the disease.” Seth went on to say that by the age of 60, his mother-in-law had forgotten how to speak, feed herself, dress herself and go to the bathroom by herself. His father-in-law and other caregivers spent their time trying to make her as comfortable as possible. “They would love to do more but can’t because, as you’ve heard, unlike any of the other top 10 causes of death in America, there’s no way to prevent, cure or even slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease,” Seth said. “Another thing I didn’t realize until I was personally affected was the shame and stigma associated with the disease. And it’s because of this lack of hope and shameful stigma that my wife, some friends and myself decided to actually try and do something to change the situation.” It was at this point that Seth and his wife Lauren started Hilarity for Charity. “It was through this that we felt we weren’t just complaining there was nothing to be done, but actively taking steps to do something. Instead of being disappointed that young people were so misinformed about the reality of the disease, we’ve started to educate them. We recently started a college program that allows university students to hold their own Hilarity for Charity events, and in the months since it started, 18 schools nationwide had signed up to hold events,” Seth said. “The fact that we actually got college students to stop playing video games and volunteer their time is a huge accomplishment.” The nationwide program, HFC U, is currently in session for college students across the country. The school that raises the most money between now www.readhealthyhorizons.com
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faith & family and April 10, 2016, will win a visit from Seth. Email hfcu@hilarityforcharity.org to learn more or visit their CrowdRise page at www.CrowdRise.com/ HFCU to sign up now. Seth believes this type of fundraising and publicity can help change the view of the public and the government. “Americans whisper the word ‘Alzheimer’s’ because their government whispers the word ‘Alzheimer’s,’ and although a whisper is better than silence that the Alzheimer’s community has been facing for decades, it’s still not enough. It needs to be yelled and screamed to the point that it finally gets the attention and the funding that it deserves and needs,” he said. Seth and Lauren’s fundraising efforts are spread across three areas: care, support and awareness and research. HFC and the Home Instead Senior Care network are working together to award in-home care grants to those providing care to their loved ones living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias through their Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Relief Grant Program. The goal of the care grant program is to provide exceptional in-home care to families affected by this disease and to give these families support and rest. To date, HFC has awarded over 24,000 hours of respite care to Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers in need. Applying for a grant is simple and applications are available online. The Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Relief Grant Program Advisory Board reviews all applications on a quarterly basis. They are looking for key indicators such as: diagnosis, financial need, emotional need, access to social support. To be eligible for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Grant, the caregiver(s) or loved one living with Alzheimer’s & Dementia must fit the following criteria. s Currently living at home with Alzheimer’s 10
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disease or related Dementia. s Caregiver(s) is facing financial and emotional hardships due to the unique challenges of Alzheimer’s or related Dementia. s Resides in the United States or Canada. Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Relief Grant Program will award two types of Grants: “Year Long Grants” which consist of 25 hours per week for 52 weeks, and “Short Term Relief Grants” which consist of a one-time 25-hour grant to be used in hourly increments agreed upon by you and your local provider, and within calendar year. To learn more about the program and apply for an inhome care grant, visit www. helpforalzheimersfamilies. com/dementia-supportnetwork/alzheimers-caregrant-program/ Hilarity for Charity’s goal is to mobilize a new generation of Alzheimer’s advocates while supporting young people who are currently affected by the disease. They provide a variety of support and awareness initiatives, including a Google hangout support group; focusing on the unique needs of people under the age of 40 navigating their way through this disease and “This Is Alzheimer’s”; a feature length film documenting what Alzheimer’s looks like for three different families facing the disease. Each year, Hilarity for Charity earmarks a percentage of revenue to cutting edge research through the Alzheimer’s Association’s International Research Grant Program. They are proud to have directly sponsored grants focused on early-onset and detection of Alzheimer’s disease. “I dream of a day when my charity is no longer necessary and I can go back to being the lazy, selfinvolved man-child I was meant to be. People look to their government for hope and I ask that when it comes to Alzheimer’s disease, you continue to take more steps to provide some more,” Seth said. For more information, or to become involved, visit www.hilarityforcharity.org.
Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa: North Alabama’s most unique destination!
Close to eleven years Marriott Shoals Hotel and Spa has been North Alabama’s premier destination for those looking for a getaway. Located on the banks of the Tennessee River, overlooking Wilson Dam, Marriott Shoals is the heart of the Shoals Area! So what makes this such a great destination? To start, it is the only 4 Diamond luxury hotel in North Alabama. It is easily accessible from Memphis, Nashville, Huntsville, Birmingham and Atlanta. The hotel has 196 sleeping rooms, all with balconies and all with great views of the water. It is so easy to get wrapped up and never leave the hotel with all the fun amenities. For starters, Swampers Bar & Grille is like a music museum! There are pictures of thousands of artists who recorded music, wrote music, or were and are a part of the huge Muscle Shoals music scene. Every night you can enjoy live entertainment from local artists, have a great meal, sample the various regional craft beers and sit on the outdoor terrace around the fire pits. Speaking of a meal, the 360 Grille is Alabama’s only revolving restaurant sitting 26 stories high and providing diners with the ultimate view while having a true culinary experience. The award winning chefs create seasonal menus and have won hundreds of culinary awards. They have cooked at the prestigious James Beard House and have been featured in Wine Spectator Magazine year after year for their food and wine experiences. Also located at the hotel is every guest’s favorite, the zero entry pool with waterslide. Lounging by the pool, enjoying Doc’s Pool Bar among the lavish landscape, guests truly feel like they are in a tropical setting. Marriott Shoals is also home to one of the top Marriott spas in North America. The Spa at the Shoals has been recognized the past 10 years as one of the premier Marriott spas. The 6,000 square-foot European style spa and salon offers guests a different
level of pampering. The luxury spa has 6 treatment rooms where professional therapists provide massages, skin care and facial services, separate men’s and women’s steam and relaxation rooms as well as a couples massage area. Relax in the salon area in one of the oversized pedicure chairs and truly feel pampered. Follow that with a manicure and a new hair style. You can spend an entire day at the spa and walk away feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. The hotel is just the tipping point of the Shoals Area being a fabulous destination. Venture into downtown areas like Florence, Tuscumbia and Sheffield to find some of the coolest things. Local hot spots, unique shopping, music venues, and a variety of local restaurants will surely keep you busy. There are also lots of fun places for one of a kind experiences. Visit the only Frank Lloyd Wright home in the state, tour W.C. Handy and Helen Keller Birthplaces, visit Wilson Dam and Lock to learn more about the history and construction of the dam, and last but certainly not least you must check out the music scene. Muscle Shoals was once known as the Hit Recording Capital of the World. And with the Muscle Shoals documentary the music scene has been revived and more active than ever. The Swampette Tour is a guided tour to FAME Recording studio, 3614 Jackson Highway museum and studio and the Alabama Music Hall of Fame. Learn why artists like The Rolling Stones, Bob Segar, Etta James, Aretha Franklin and so many more came to the Shoals to hit it big! Since opening, Marriott Shoals Hotel and Spa has served a wide array of guests. From those looking for a great vacation, to the business traveler, to groups having both large and small company meetings and retreats. Marriott Shoals Hotel and Spa offers something for everyone. If you haven’t been, then what are you waiting on? Book your experience today by calling 256-246-3600! www.readhealthyhorizons.com
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Respiratory illnesses like asthma are the number one reason why patients come to Children’s of Alabama. Asthma is an inflammatory lung disease that is very common in children and adults. Having asthma causes: • airway muscles to tighten • inflammation to increase • swelling in the airways • mucus to build up Airways become swollen, tight and narrow making it hard to breathe. Common symptoms include: • coughing which is often worse at night • chest tightness • wheezing • coughing or difficulty breathing with exercise There are two main types of asthma: persistent and intermittent. In persistent asthma, children 12
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have more frequent symptoms and flare-ups. This is caused by increased airway inflammation, swelling and narrowing that is present every day. Children with intermittent asthma have few symptoms because they only have rare times of airway swelling and narrowing. Janet Johnston, CRNP, is a nurse practitioner and asthma educator at Children’s of Alabama. She said even though there’s no cure for asthma, in most cases families can learn how to make sure their child’s asthma is well controlled. One of the most important ways to do that is to know the triggers of asthma. Common triggers are: • respiratory infection • allergies • irritants such as smoke • exercise Oftentimes, just avoiding the triggers can help reduce the
occurrence of symptoms. The exception is exercise. “One trigger you don’t want to avoid is exercise,” she said. “If the child’s asthma is well controlled, they shouldn’t have to avoid exercise.” Johnston said another concern is making sure the child gets the full dose of medicine through an inhaler alone. She recommends always using a spacer with the inhaler. “Using a spacer ensures the proper dose of medicine is going deeply in the child’s lungs,” she said. “It’s important to get the full dose of medicine. Otherwise, it’s like pouring half of it on the floor.” Johnston encourages families to have an action plan to help keep their child’s asthma well controlled. The plan should include: continued on page 14
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NACOLG’S Area Agency on Aging has 25 senior centers in the five county area which offer daily activities, nutritious meals, free health screenings and special planned events and outings. For seniors unable to leave their homes, the NACOLG’s Area Agency Director Jeff Thompson and Nutrition Program senior centers offer Director Cindy Roberts reviewing a homebound meal nutrition reports. program.
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• seeing the child’s health care provider regularly for asthma • having clear instructions about using the inhaler and any other medicine • know what to do when symptoms increase • know when to call the doctor • know when to seek care Well-controlled asthma means a child is: • symptom-free most of the time and not needing frequent quick relief medicine • able to play and exercise like other children • sleeping through the night • not missing school or work due to frequent asthma fare ups More information about managing asthma is available at www.childrensal. org/asthma.
The Alabama Medicaid Elderly and Disabled Waiver Program is designed to provide in home services to seniors and those with disabilities whose needs would otherwise qualify them for placement in a long term care facility.
Medicaid Waiver Case Managers, Amanda Blankenship and Brandie Clark reviewing billing.
ADRC/Alabama Cares Program Director, Kathy Spears, with family caregiver, doing reassessment.
The Alabama Cares Program provides support for caregivers through providing information, assistance, as well as temporary respite and supplemental services on a limited basis.
Aging and needing assistance Disability Resource by providing Centers (ADRCs) benefits screening, are part of a education and national initiative options counseling put in place by the Aging Disability Resource Center on long term Administration for care services and Specialist Ashley Counts and ADRC Specialist Amy Vanderpool supports. It is also Community Living to provide access to an entry point for information and assistance for older professionals, caregivers and family adults, individuals with disabilities members to seek resources and and their caregivers. The ADRC assistance on behalf of their clients, acts as a no wrong door for those friends or family members. All
NACOLG’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Trenelia Hamm
For residents of long term care facilities and their families, NACOLG has the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. The Ombudsman is an advocate for residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities working to protect the health, safety, welfare and rights of residents. Contact Trenelia at (256) 389-0533.
NACOLG’s Senior Employment Program is for low income seniors who are 55 and older and want to get back into the work force. This program allows them to work with host agencies within the community to refresh their job skills in order to find permanent employment. At right, former Sr. Aide, Diane McBrayer, who was hired by a host agency and Program Coordinator, Amber Isbell
For those in the NACOLG region age 60 and older, legal assistance is available which includes counsel, advice and representation in civil, non-fee generating cases such as: access to public benefits, advance directives for financial, routine medical and end of life decision making and simple wills.
callers are screened for assistance utilizing a universal screening tool that prevents the caller from having to give the information numerous times. Referrals are made on behalf of the individual needing assistance and follow-up is provided for quality assurance. To reach the NACOLG ADRC Specialists call (256) 389-0530 or 1-800-838-5845 for NACOLG’s Service Area of Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin, Marion and Winston counties.
SHIP/Senior RX Program Director, Linda Newkirk, and Senior RX Coordinator, Paula Pardue
The State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) provides education, counseling and information for Medicare beneficiaries to allow them to make informed choices regarding their insurance benefits. SHIP, along with Senior Medicare Patrol Program (SMP) helps beneficiaries from becoming victims of health care fraud. Working with SHIP is the Senior RX Program - a prescription drug assistance program for Alabamians age 55+. This program also provides assistance for persons with disabilities of any age who have a chronic medical condition and have no prescription drug insurance and meet the income requirements.
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If you’re like a lot of people, you recognize every piece of jewelry. You remember who gave it to you, where you were at the time, and most of all how it made you feel. And someday, your children or grandchildren will enjoy these family heirlooms as much as you have. But sometimes life changes; and selling your personal, heirloom, or estate jewelry becomes a better decision. Knowing the value of your jewelry collection is an important first step in managing your estate. If you’re making the decision to liquidate part or all of your fine jewelry portfolio, we want you to know the Jamie Hood Jewelers’ GIA trained staff has a collective total of One Hundred – Twenty Five years experience in the jewelry business. And each time we’re asked to assess the value of a jewelry estate, we consider it a privilege. WHAT STYLES OF JEWELRY DO WE BUY? • Loose Diamonds and Gemstones • Vintage Branded Watches • Branded and Designer Jewelry • Antique and Vintage Jewelry • Estate Jewelry • Watches and Clocks ARE THERE ANY ITEMS WE WILL NOT BUY? Jamie Hood Jewelers will not purchase stolen items, non-precious metals, plastic, or glass. We are unable to make offers on certain Gold Filled and costume jewelry items.
You do have options. First, remember each jewelry piece has a story, so any original boxes or documentation add to the value of the jewelry piece or time piece. Next, bring the jewelry pieces to our store. One of our jewelry buyers will assess their value. In most cases we’ll make an offer that day. If we do make an offer, that offer will hold for 7 business days, allowing you plenty of time to consider all of your options.
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S ne in five Americans lives with a disability and there are six million school age children in the U.S. that live with disabilities. Drew Ann Long has a daughter with a disability and saw a need for something that help them in their day-to-day lives - a shopping cart that would accommate her daughter as she grew. Out of this came Caroline’s Cart, named after Drew and David Long’s daughter. After realizing her daughter would outgrow a typical shopping cart, Drew realized what was needed and founded Parent Solution Group, LLC. Then, designed the cart, applied for a patent and enlisted the services of legal and business professionals to help her bring the cart to market. Her mission was to make Caroline’s Cart available to retailers everywhere, providing a quality product for special needs individuals that further enables their participation in mainstream society with their family through the common activity of grocery shopping. 20
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There was only one place that shared her dream and had the technical know-how to make a cart worthy of her daughter’s name.
Caroline’s Cart is isabled person up to 250 pounds, making it easier to take adults as well as children shopping, shown at right. At left, Drew Ann and her daughter Caroline introducing the cart.
Caroline’s Cart is designed for:
That company was Technibilt. Technibilt is headquartered in Newton, NC, where their main production and distribution facility is located. They have additional distribution centers in North Las Vegas, NV, and Montreal, Canada. Technibilt products are available nationwide through a strong network of sales representatives. The superior design, innovation and quality of the company’s products have allowed Technibilt (as part of the Wanzl group) to be North America’s largest shopping cart manufacturer. Caroline’s Cart is now a reality. Retailers such as
supermarkets, hypermarkets, shopping centers and malls offering Caroline’s Cart provides a valuable service to many families in our communities. These customers will find shopping to be easier, and the goodwill they feel toward their store will translate into customer loyalty. Drew Ann’s hope is that one day all retailers will provide an equal opportunity shopping experience for parents and caregivers of special needs individuals by furnishing them the option of a Caroline’s Cart. All familes and their special needs individual deserve this shopping option.
• Ease of use. The handles of Caroline’s Cart swing up to provide convenient access to the seat. • Comfort and safety. A contoured seat that is comfortable for low muscle tone individuals, as well as a harness to help secure a person up to 250 lbs. A specialized patented seat helps keep the occupant upright and a platform below the seat provides a footrest for the occupant. The seat faces the caregiver, so eye contact is easy to maintain. A five-point latching safety harness will secure the individual so the cargiver has hands free to steer the cart. • Space. An ample cargo basket (basket capacity is 6,000 cu. in. or 98 liters) provides space for purchased items. • Stability. Locking brake in back with front locking castors provide stability when loading and unloading occupants. For more information on Caroline’s Cart, visit www.Carolines-Cart.com or contact Technibilt directly at 1.800.351.2278 or online at www. technibilt.com www.readhealthyhorizons.com
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Cassandra Seal, RN
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“Cancer� is one of the scariest words one can hear from a doctor, and the world after diagnosis can become wrought with confusion, fear, and emotional turmoil. As part of the Breast Health Program at Keller Imaging Center, breast health specialist Cassandra Seal, RN, focuses on helping those diagnosed with breast cancer to make sense of the stages of breast cancer discovery, treatment, and recovery.
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reast Health Specialist at Helen Keller Hospital guides patients to breast cancer recovery
Cassandra coordinates with physicians and other care providers to make sure patients fully understand their diagnosis, treatment options, and available follow-up services. Best of all, they have an experienced, understanding professional who can answer questions and help reduce the stress of navigating the health care system. Cassandra follows patients for at least a full year after their initial diagnosis. “As the breast health specialist at Helen Keller Hospital, it is my pleasure to assist patients as they navigate the health care system,” said Seal. “During my years as an
RN, I’ve had the opportunity to work with many newly diagnosed breast cancer patients and their families. I’ve experienced firsthand how frightening and confusing an unwanted diagnosis can be. My mission is to help patients overcome barriers to treatment, address the financial implications of cancer, communicate with providers, and connect with community support and resources.“ Here’s how a breast health specialist can help. • Educate patients about individual cancer diagnosis, treatment options, and financial
implications. • Coordinate individualized care for each patient. • Promote communication among health care providers to achieve optimal outcomes. • Assist with prompt scheduling of appointments. • Provide emotional support to patients and their loved ones. • Follow up with patients continually throughout the process. Cassandra may be reached at 256-386-5870 or Cassandra. Seal@helenkeller.com.
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TAKE A HIKE ALABAMA By Cathy Turner Health and Wellness Director of the YMCA of the Shoals Our state is loaded with beautiful and interesting hiking areas. Check out secretfalls.com for directions and more trail suggestions. Here are a few family friendly trails that are not too far from the Shoals: CANE CREEK CANYON NATURE PRESERVE Cane Creek is a 700 acre, privately owned, scenic nature area in the Little Mountain area of Tuscumbia, with more than 15 miles of family friendly trails - some with more challenges than others. It houses a variety of plant life, beautiful waterfalls and a great view of the canyon and the valley. You’ll find really nice hikes with great hospitality. DISMALS CANYON This hike follows Dismals Branch stream on the canyon floor and in the summer features a light show from dismalites, glowworms found in New Zealand and a handful of other sites including the Dismals. On this 1.5 mile trek, enjoy the wilderness, bluffs and Witches Cavern. Dismals Canyon is between Russellville and Hamilton on Highway 8. RAINBOW MOUNTAIN TRAIL This trail gives a panoramic view of the Madison County area. It is a short, 1.5 mile loop, located in Stoneridge Park. There are 26
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elevation changes, shifts in terrain and a balanced boulder 100 feet up. OLD RAILROAD BED TRAIL In Monte Sano Preserve, history comes alive. Follow the preservation of the 1.5 mile path of the steam locomotive that traveled from Huntsville Depot to the Hotel Monte Sano from 1888
WHY HIKE? l Improved cardio-respiratory fitness l Improved muscular fitness l Lower risk of coronary heart disease and stroke l Lower risk of high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes l Lower risk of high cholesterol and triglycerides
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to 1896. It is a numbered hike and brochures are available at The Land Trust Office. BORDEN CREEK TRAIL A great family hike through Sipsey Wilderness that travels through a canyon, by large waterfalls and through caves. The 4.8 mile path is flat and easy. Borden Creek is located just outside Double Springs in Winston County.
Lower risk of colon and breast cancer, and possibly lung and endometrial cancer l Increased bone density or a slower loss of density l Reduced depression and better quality sleep l Lower risk of early death l Weight control l
Information from www.goodhiker. com and www.secretfalls.com
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The process
... an Extreme Smile Makeover
By Dr. L. Don Wilson Signature Smile I proudly admit I am an avid Alabama fan and season ticket holder. I also have the utmost respect for Coach Saban and his leadership philosophies. I even have a football Coach Saban autographed for me one evening in his living room. Coach Saban often talks about “The Process,” or the stages you have to go through to be successful. He is quoted as saying, “People who don’t understand ‘The Process’ of hard work are like little kids in the back seat asking, ‘Are we there yet?’ You get where you are going one mile-marker at a time.” I think this quote sums it up perfectly, “You can’t get from A to Z by passing up B.” In our office when we build beautiful smiles and give patients the “smile of their dreams,” we also go through “The Process.” We strive to give each of our cosmetic patients a smile to which we are proudly willing to sign our name. Our goal is not to meet our patients’ expectations but to exceed them! Our cosmetic patients don’t just walk in one day and tell us they want a smile makeover, and we get started the next day. We invite prospective smile makeover patients to visit our office for a Free Smile Evaluation. We are so confident in our ability to give patients the smile of their dreams that we encourage patients to visit other dental offices before they select us to do their work. At Signature Smile we pay attention to every detail in the development of the perfect smile to fit each patient individually. At the Smile Evaluation Appointment we look at the color, shape, length, proportion, symmetry, and alignment of the teeth. Today everyone wants “white teeth,” and I mean “WHITE!” But they also want a natural look. We can provide both! Did you know that the shape of a person’s teeth should match the shape of their face? The length of the teeth 30
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can make a smile look “goofy” if too long and “gummy” if too short. Teeth should also appear in “Golden Proportions.” This is a height to width ratio that is naturally very pleasing to the eye. Ideally, teeth should be perfectly symmetrical on both the right and left side. And, of course, we want to make the alignment be as close to perfect as possible. In many cases this eliminates the need to wear braces for two years. A beautiful smile is not just about the “White” (teeth), it is also about the Pink (gums). A beautiful smile can be ruined if the gums are puffy, red, infected, or too long. If a patient has a “gummy smile,” we can do a “gum lift” with the laser in just a matter of minutes to dramatically improve the looks of a smile. We also look at the relationship of the lips to the teeth. Do the lips completely cover the teeth when the lip is relaxed? If so we can lengthen the teeth to allow just a little edge of tooth to show. We also look at the Vertical Dimension. Vertical Dimension is the distance from a point on the nose to a point on the chin. If those points are too close together the lips pooch out too much and allow the face to collapse, thus making the person look much older. By opening up or increasing the Vertical Dimension we can in essence do a “mini facelift.” And, lastly, we look at the width of the Buccal Corridor. The Buccal Corridor refers to the width across the arch from the bicuspids on one side to the bicuspids on the other. In other words, a wide Buccal Corridor can give the patient a wide beautiful smile, which we refer to as the “Julia Roberts Smile.” Signature Smile provides a Free Smile Evaluation Guide for our patients to allow them to go home and evaluate their own smile by standing in front of their bathroom mirror. The second step in “The Process” is to make lots of photos of the patient, giving us a close-up and full face view of their smile. We send these photos to daVinci Dental Studio, our cosmetic dental lab in Hollywood. DaVinci does the dental work you see on TV shows such as “Extreme Makeovers,” “The Swan,” and “The Doctors.” Angie, the graphic artist at daVinci, images the photos of our patients to show them exactly how they are going to look when we complete “The Process.” We also make models of their teeth and send those to Craig, the master lab technician at daVinci, who
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provides the patient with a 3-D wax-up of exactly what their teeth will look like after we finish. And all of this occurs before we even start the work. Now our patient and my team know exactly what we are going to do to give this person “the smile of their dreams.” The third step in “The Process” is to actually prepare the teeth for the veneers or crowns as we planned, make an impression, and then construct a beautiful temporary for our patient to wear while their permanent crowns or veneers are being made at daVinci Dental Studio. Our temporaries are prepared according to the daVinci wax-up. Thus, they look like the finished crowns. Some dental offices boast about the fact they can prepare crowns in the office on the same day and that the patient does not have to wear a temporary. This is true. However, you cannot construct a crown in the office on the same day that will even remotely compare to the beauty and quality of the crowns and veneers carefully
constructed at daVinci by their master ceramists. Our crowns and veneers are designed to last the patient for many years, so wearing beautiful temporaries for two to three weeks is not a big deal. Some patients are concerned that their teeth will have to be ground down to little nubs in order to do crowns or veneers. We only have to remove about 0.3 mm to 0.5 mm of tooth structure to do a veneer, and in some cases we do not have to remove any tooth structure at all. The fourth step in “The Process” is to remove the temporary and cement the permanent crowns or veneers. We painstakingly bond our crowns or veneers in place with the best material on the market. The cement comes in various colors to influence the final internal shade of the crowns or veneers. This, coupled with the many layers of porcelain and translucency applied at daVinci, gives us the beautiful and natural results our patients want to achieve. The fifth and final step in “The Process” is to have the patient back in about a week to check their bite, do any final touchups, and make those beautiful “After” photos. As Coach Saban says, “It doesn’t matter what you are ranked until the end.” We believe the cosmetic results we achieve for our patients speak through the beautiful smiles of our patients. We don’t just do dentistry, we change lives! “What happened yesterday is history. What happens tomorrow is a mystery. What we do today makes a difference – the precious present moment.” – Nick Saban You can begin your journey today toward a life-changing, beautiful smile. All you have to do is call for a Free Smile Evaluation, because that is the first step in “The Process.”
Dr. L. Don Wilson is a 1978 graduate of the University of Alabama School of Dentistry where he received the Operative Dentistry Award. Dr. Wilson has served as one of the featured speakers for laser training at the renowned Las Vegas Institute (LVI) and the acclaimed Nash Institute. Dr. Wilson has authored numerous articles for such noted magazines as Dental Economics, LVI Visions, Ortho Tribune, Dental Products, and The Incisal Edge. Dr. Kristen R. Bentley attended dental school at University of Alabama Birmingham, and received a 1st place preclinical award in research at UAB’s annual Scholar’s Symposium. After graduation, Dr. Bentley attended a 12-month advanced education in general dentistry residency where she learned advanced dental techniques. www.readhealthyhorizons.com
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Hometown Residents of Hilltop Assisted Living were kind enough to share some of their favorite recipes with Healthy Horizons. We hope you enjoy reading the stories of these ladies and remember them as you prepare these recipes for your own families. Louise Funderburk is a 90 year old that lives at Hilltop Assisted Living in Florence, Alabama. She grew up in Red Bay, Alabama. She married the love of her life and had 3 children. Mrs. Funderburk enjoyed cooking for her family and friends. One of her favorite recipes she enjoyed making was “Fiesta.�
Fiesta 1/2 bag of rice cooked & drained 1 can chili 1 8oz bag of cheddar cheese 1 bag Fritos 2 cups torn lettuce 1 medium tomato, chopped 1 medium purple onion, chopped 1 can of black olives 1/2 cup jalapeno peppers 1/2 cup sour cream 1/3 cup salsa or taco sauce Chop veggies and layer in the order above. PRAY, EAT, ENJOY!
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Lillian Gillespie is 94 years old and lives at Hilltop Assisted Living in Florence, Alabama. She grew up in San Fransisco, California. She married at the age of 25 and had 4 children. Mrs. Gillespie worked as a phone operator. She also enjoyed cooking for her family. She always had supper on the table by 6:00 p.m. One of her favorite dishes she enjoyed cooking was “Vegetable Quiche.� Vegetable Quiche Unsalted butter 6 large eggs 2 tablespoons allpurpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg Freshly ground pepper 1 cup of half and half 1 cup of whole milk 3 cups chopped drained cooked broccoli or other vegetable 2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or basil 1 cup grated cheddar cheese Mix eggs, flour, salt, nutmeg, and pepper. Whisk in the half & half & whole milk. Stir in broccoli, herbs, and cheddar cheese. Pour in the slow cooker. Cook on high 1 1/2 hours. www.readhealthyhorizons.com
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hometown flavor Hello Dolly Cookies Wanda Powers is 86 years old and lives at Hilltop Assisted Living in Florence, Alabama. She grew up in Iron City, Tennessee. She married at the age of 16 and had 3 wonderful boys. Mrs. Powers worked at a tile plant for 23 years. One of her favorite dishes she enjoyed cooking was “Hello Dolly Cookies.�
Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 1 cup coconut, grated 1 cup chocolate chips 1 cup nuts, chopped (walnuts or pecans) 1 cup butterscotch chips (optional) 1 (14 ounce) can Eagle Brand milk
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Directions Preheat oven to 325 degrees fahrenheit. Melt the butter in a 9 x 13 inch baking pan, making sure the sides of the pan are coated. Layer cracker crumbs, coconut, chocolate chips, chopped nuts and
butterscotch chips in that order. Pour sweetened condensed milk over everything. Bake for 25 minutes or until light golden brown. Loosen from the pan; cool and cut into squares.
7-up Biscuits Ann Eaton is an 83 year old that lives at Hilltop Assisted Living in Florence, Alabama. She grew up in Montpelier, Vermont. She met her husband in the Air Force. They had 6 children. Mrs. Eaton was a home maker most of her life. With 6 children she said she had to cook 34 homemade biscuits every morning for breakfast to feed everyone. One of her favorite things she enjoyed cooking was “7-up Biscuits.”
Ingredients 4 cups of biscuit mix 1 cup sour cream 1 cup 7-up 1/2 cup melted butter
Directions Mix the sour cream into the biscuit mix, using a pastry blender or two table knives, until mixture is crumbly. Add 7-Up all at once, stir quickly with a large fork. Turn out onto lightly floured board. Dough will be very soft. Knead and fold until coated with
mix. Pat dough out and cut biscuits using a round cookie cutter. Melt butter in a 9 x 13 pan. Place biscuits on top rack. Bake in preheated 425 degree oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Chicken & Rice Casserole Virginia Weaver is 85 years old and lives at Hilltop Assisted Living in Florence, Alabama. She grew up in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. She married at the age of 16 and had 5 girls. Mrs. Weaver was a home maker Ingredients 2 cups warm water 1 pack onion soup mix 1 cup yellow rice (long grain) 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 stick oleo melted 1 teaspoon pepper
until her children got out of school. She sometimes did substituted teaching at her children’s school. One of her favorite dishes she enjoyed cooking was “Chicken & Rice Casserole.” Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine soup mix in water until dissolved. Add chicken soup, rice, oleo and pepper into a large casserole dish or a 9x13 pan. Place 4-6 pieces of chicken on top and cover. Bake for 1 1/2 hours. www.readhealthyhorizons.com
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hometown flavor Pineapple Pudding Lois Eliese Sharp is an 86 year old that lives at Hilltop Assisted Living in Florence, Alabama. She grew up in Lexington, Alabama. She married her high school sweet heart and had 3 children. Mrs. Sharp was a homemaker and always loved to cook. One of her favorite recipes she enjoyed making was “Pineapple Pudding.”
Ingredients 1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple 3⁄4 cup sugar 3 eggs, separated 1 pinch salt 35 vanilla wafers (approximately 3/4 box) 1⁄3 cup flour 2 cups whole milk 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine flour, salt and 1/2 cup of sugar in a medium saucepan preferably non-stick (you can also use a double boiler). Add 3 eggs yolks and milk to the dry ingredients and combine together. Stirring constantly (a whisk works wonders), cook uncovered until thickened over medium heat. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla extract. Spread a small amount of the custard (approximately 2 tablespoons) on the bottom of a 1 1/2 quart casserole. I liked to use a skillet.
Add 1 layer of vanilla wafers and then 1 layer of drained pineapple (half of the can). Pour approximately 1/2 of the remaining custard over the pineapple. Repeat layer - vanilla wafers, pineapple, and ending with remaining custard. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Slowly add 1/4 cup sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Carefully spoon the egg whites over the entire custard making sure to seal to edges. Bake 15-20 minutes until egg whites are lightly browned.
Chicken Poaki Hilda Neal is 89 years old and lives at Hilltop Assisted Living in Florence, Alabama. She grew up in Houston, Mississippi. She married her high school sweet heart. Mrs. Neal traveled the world with her husband. He was in the Navy for 30+ years. Mrs. Neal won 1st place in a cook off in Jackson, Mississippi with this recipe competing against 3 other women.
Ingredients 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 1/4 tablespoon salt 1/2 cup BBQ sauce 1/4 cup of whiskey 6 small chicken breasts
Directions Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Combine ingredients into a large mixing bowl. Place
6 small chicken breasts in large black iron skillet. Pour ingredients onto chicken and bake for 2 hours.
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Etouffee Shrimp & Grits Enjoy this special feature from Swampers Bar and Grille located inside Marriott Shoals Hotel and Spa
Ingredients Roux 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup butter or vegetable oil 1 Tablespoon roasted garlic puree 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 red large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup small diced celery 1 small diced tomatoes 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning 1 1/2 cup chicken stock 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 cup spinach, julienned Salt and pepper to taste 38
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Conecuh Sausage Grit Cake 1 1/2 cup chicken stock 1 cups milk 1 teaspoon roasted garlic puree 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons stone-ground white grits cornmeal 1 cup Conecuh Sausage 1 cup white cheddar cheese 3 tablespoons grilled yellow onion Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions Roux Heat butter or oil in a medium sauce pan until hot. Add flour and begin to stir until well combined. Cook roux until turns the color of peanut butter. Add peppers, onions, celery, garlic, and cook with the roux for 1 minute. Add Cajun seasoning, and tomatoes. Slowly add chicken stock to roux as you stir. Cook on medium until sauce begins to thicken. Add shrimp and julienned spinach. Cook until shrimp turns opaque.
Conecuh Sausage Grit Cake Bring chicken stock and milk to a boil. Add garlic & butter. Add grits and cook until grits begin to thicken. Add white cheddar, sausage, & charred onions. Stir until well combined. Spread grits evenly on a casserole dish, and freeze. Once the grits are cooled cut into triangles. Dip each piece in flour, then egg wash then panko Fry to a golden brown. To serve: Place 3 grit cakes in a pasta bowl, or dinner plate, and pour your etouffe shrimp sauce over the grit cakes. Garnish with sliced scallions.
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