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Content 8 SETH ROGEN, ALZHEIMER’S AND HILARITY FOR CHARITY

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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

community focus 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.

Joey McIntyre and Stephaine

The Buffaloes at recent Hilarity for Charity

The Buffaloes at last year’s event

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Local business owners, Bobby and Stephaine Buffaloe with Home Instead Senior Care, continue their fight to help raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s research nationwide. Stephaine Buffaloe has been the local Chairperson for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Tuscaloosa since 2012 and she became an ambassador in 2014. Her Home Instead Senior Care office offers free workshops to families in the area who are coping with Alzheimer’s disease. Buffaloe’s passion for finding a cure for the disease has led her to Hollywood. After winning a date with Seth Rogen as part of Hilarity for Charity’s prom night variety show last October, Buffaloe was back on the “purple” carpet with another high-profile date for the evening last month. On March 18, 2015, Buffaloe attended the annual Alzheimer’s Association event on Joey McIntyre’s arm. The musician and actor famous for New Kids on the Block, was named the Caregiver of the Year by the Alzheimer’s Association. McIntyre, one of nine children, cared for his mother Katherine, who

lost her fight with Alzheimer’s in November of 2014. Buffaloe says the Caregiver Award is very special to her because she lost her mother-in-law to the disease in September. “Home Instead Senior Care strives to have the best CAREGivers for those struggling with Alzheimer’s or other dementias,” said Buffaloe. “So professionally and personally, I was inspired by the McIntyre family who helped bring light to the difficult task of the Caregiver.” Buffaloe helped McIntyre raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association and gained the opportunity to be his date for the evening, along with his wife, Barrett and son, Griff. The Buffaloes also attended the 4th annual Hilarity for Charity fundraising event, which was James Franco’s Bar Mitzvah. The event raised over $2.5 million which will provide free in home care through Home Instead Senior Care. Families can apply for the grant through helpforalzheimer’s.com or for more information on Buffaloe’s efforts and the local Home Instead Senior Care office, go to https://www. homeinstead.com/746 or call 205-764-0387. www.readhealthyhorizons.com

Just because your loved one can’t be at home, it doesn’t mean they shouldn’t feel at home. With four convenient locations, our facilities’ professionally trained team of nurses, certified nurses’ aides, dieticians, therapists and social workers work each and every day to ensure your loved one receives the long-term or short-term care they need to thrive in our home-like environment.

Feel at home ... Whether your loved one is recovering from an orthopedic surgery such as a hip or a knee replacement, a stroke, or even facing the realities of dementia, our family of specialists is available for their health care needs. NHS Management, LLCs’ affiliated facilities are Glen Haven Health and Rehabilitation, LLC, Hunter Creek Health and Rehabilitation, LLC, Park Manor Health and Rehabilitation, LLC, all in Northport, and Moundville Health and Rehabilitation, LLC in Moundville. Each facility also features assistance services such as: s 24/7 skilled nursing care s Physician oversight s Seven-day-a-week physical, occupational and speech therapies s Pharmaceutical and medical supply assistance s Expert dietary and nutrition Service s Medical-based financial advice and assistance s Social services s A therapeutic activities program s Psychosocial care s Laundry services Together we will work to provide your loved one the highest level of care — that is our family’s commitment to your’s.

Long term care Sometimes all the love and support imaginable aren’t enough to care for a loved one who needs daily attention and medical services. We have skilled nurses on staff that understand these needs and can provide the professional care long-term residents require. It is our goal to provide a home-like environment for all By Jill Raynowska NHS Management, LLC 12

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residents. We encourage all family members to visit their loved one regularly and take an active part in their care. In addition, our activities department provides both individual and group activities in which your loved one can participate.

an individualized regimen that will assist in achieving a higher functioning level. So, while it can be overwhelming and even frustrating if you are facing the realities of a post-surgical experience or simply looking

Dementia Unit Approximately 3.4 million people in the United States are living with some form of dementia. Whether your loved one is facing Alzheimer’s disease, Huntington’s disease or even dementia relating to head

even when you’re not Rehabilitation services Our state-of-the-art therapy program is the cornerstone of many of our patients’ success. Professionally trained speech, occupational and physical therapists consider the unique needs of each patient and create

to reclaim lost skills, we can give you both the physical and emotional support you need to expedite your recovery. We have a dedicated rehabilitation unit for patients who need short-term rehabilitation with a separate entrance to the unit.

trauma, we can help with our unit that combines skilled nursing and psychosocial care with the unique understanding of the special needs of these residents. For more information about any of our services, call us at 205.331.3748.

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Why choose an independent pharmacy over a big-box, chain pharmacy that is on every corner? My number one reason would be personalized service. Growing up, my family always went to one of those chain pharmacies because it was so close to our house. Literally, it was about 100 yards down the road. I never thought anything about it until I got into pharmacy school

with the customer to find out what symptoms they are having and help them pick a medication that is best suited to meet their needs. I am also able to give guidance on whether or not I think they need to be seen by their primary doctor. Another benefit of using a local pharmacy is shorter wait times. I try my best to get prescriptions filled in a timely manner. At my store the

is not true if the patient has drug insurance. The insurance company sets the copay that a customer pays on their medications and that is usually the same no matter what pharmacy they choose to patron. There are some exceptions, of course, where the insurance company may try to make its members use a particular pharmacy. They do so by making the copays

and actually spent time in a locally owned and operated pharmacy. It is such a different experience. If you’ve never used an independent pharmacy, try one, you will see! In general, independent pharmacies are slightly slower paced. This allows the pharmacist and the staff time to interact with the patients that come into the store. My staff and I know the majority of our returning customers when they walk through our doors. People like being remembered! They are impressed that we know their names, even though they may have only been in our store one time previously. As an independent pharmacist, I enjoy having the time to answer any questions my patients may have about their current medications and to counsel them on any new medications they are getting. I am also able to help customers pick out over-the-counter (OTC) items for themselves or family members. In my store, customers do not have to roam the OTC aisle wondering what they should buy. I take the time to come out front, have a dialogue

wait time is generally 15 minutes or less. There are times when the wait may be longer if we are extremely busy, if there is a problem with the insurance, an issue with the prescription, etc.; however, this is the exception not the rule. Short wait times are extremely important to me, especially if a patient is sick. The last thing a patient wants when they do not feel well is to wait at the pharmacy for an hour for their medicine. I know from experience how frustrating that is. I have been that patient, coming from the doctor’s office, who is miserably sick. All I wanted to do was take my medicine and go home and get into the bed. We all have been there! It only makes being sick worse when you have to wait forever to get medicine. Everyone’s time is important to them; my customer’s appreciate not having to wait an hour to get a prescription. A common misconception that many people have is that their prescriptions will cost more at an independent pharmacy than at a chain pharmacy. In most cases, this

cheaper or allowing for a 90 day supply at the “preferred” pharmacy and not at all pharmacies. Some insurance companies use the same tactics to get their members to use mail-order pharmacies. As previously stated, this is not the case with the majority of the insurance companies. With most of the insurance companies that I deal with on a day-to-day basis, members are free to use the pharmacy of their choice and have the same copay no matter where that may be. My hope is that this editorial has brought some awareness to the readers who are like I was, uninformed of all that an independent pharmacy has to offer. While locally owned pharmacies may not have the convenience of being open all day, every day, they have their advantages over the bigbox stores: personalized service, delivery, vaccinations, and short wait times to reiterate a few. The next time you need a prescription filled, consider supporting a locally owned pharmacy and see the difference for yourself!

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Tuscaloosa’s newest state of the art assisted living community, Crimson Village is the place to be if you want to relax, grow, and enjoy life to the fullest. Crimson Village is a 91 apartment assisted living facility owned and operated by Dr. Ramesh Peramsetty. It has been his vision to serve the senior community with “top notch” care and services. Our new community has something for everyone at an affordable cost. Being owned and operated by a local physician, gives Crimson Village the ability to think outside of the box and explore new and innovative approaches to assisted living. Included in our facility is a 32 bed specialty care assisted living facility, better known as The Tides. This unit is for residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia. This secured unit has not only assistance with daily living but

cutting edge therapies for those with cognitive disease. With various floorplans and customized services we have something for everyone. Our goal is to support every resident physically, mentally, and spiritually in a customized fashion. A top priority for Crimson Village is

creating a cohesive, socially engaged community that has a distinctive feeling of acceptance and energy. With lavish common areas Crimson Village has room for entertainment from the Tuscaloosa area and ample space for residents to enjoy their own personal hobbies and interests. The day to day life at Crimson Village offers a variety of activities as our Program Director facilitates each resident in having opportunities to do the things they enjoy. The staff at Crimson Village has been carefully chosen and trained to insure our residents get the highest standard of care while encouraging each person to pursue their goals as independently as possible. Using the latest technology in medication dispensing computer systems, a top of the line nurse call system, and an exceptional

nursing and caregiving staff, it is our mission to serve each of our families with dignity and the respect they deserve. The dining experience at Crimson Village includes using fresh, local product to create a variety of cuisines. Although there is plenty of Southern home style cooking, the chef at Crimson Village incorporates, Mexican, Creole, and Asian styles to name a few. In order to produce a taste for each individual palette some meals include food stations where the cooking is done right in the dining room as each resident chooses the ingredients they savor. Our chef specializes in using fresh herbs to make even common menus have an extra flare. Call 205-632-6699 or visit www. crimsonvillage.com for more information.

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Dental implants are changing the way people live. They are designed to provide a foundation for replacement teeth which look, feel and function like natural teeth. The person who has lost teeth regains the ability to eat virtually anything, knowing that teeth appear natural and that facial contours will be preserved. Patients with dental implants can smile with confidence. What are Dental Implants? The implants themselves are tiny titanium posts, which are inserted into the jawbone where teeth are missing. These metal anchors act as tooth root substitutes. They are surgically placed into the jawbone. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth. Small posts are then attached to the implant, which protrude

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through the gums. These posts provide stable anchors for artificial replacement teeth. Implants also help preserve facial structure, preventing bone deterioration that occurs when teeth are missing. The Surgical Procedure For most patients, the placement of dental implants involves two surgical procedures. First, implants are placed within your jawbone. For the first three to six months following surgery, the implants are beneath the surface of the gums gradually bonding with the jawbone. You should be able to wear temporary dentures and eat a soft diet during this time. At the same time, your dentist is forming new replacement teeth. After the implant has bonded to the jawbone, the second phase begins. Drs. Ron McIlwain, Terry Carlson, Jim Link, Craig Fairburn and RJ Harris of University Oral and Facial Surgery will uncover the implants and attach small posts, which will act as anchors for the artificial teeth. These posts protrude through the gums. When the artificial teeth are placed, these posts will not be seen. The entire procedure usually takes six to eight months. Most patients experience minimal disruption in their daily life. Surgical Advances Using the most recent advances in dental implant technology, Drs. McIlwain, Carlson, Link, Fairburn and Harris is able to place single stage implants. These implants do

not require a second procedure to uncover them, but do require a minimum of six weeks of healing time before artificial teeth are placed. There are even situations where the implants can be placed at the same time as a tooth extraction - further minimizing the number of surgical procedures. Advances in dental implant technology have made it possible, in select cases, to extract teeth and place implants with crowns at one visit. This procedure, called “immediate loading,” greatly simplifies the surgical process. Who actually performs the implant placement? Implants are a team effort between an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and a Restorative Dentist. While Drs. McIlwain, Carlson, Link, Fairburn and Harris performs the actual implant surgery, and initial tooth extractions and bone grafting if necessary, the restorative dentist (your dentist) fits and makes the permanent prosthesis. Your dentist will also make any temporary prosthesis needed during the implant process. What types of prostheses are available? A single prosthesis (crown) is used to replace one missing tooth – each prosthetic tooth attaches to its own implant. A partial prosthesis (fixed bridge) can replace two or more teeth and may require only two or three implants. A complete dental prosthesis (fixed bridge) replaces all the teeth in your

upper or lower jaw. The number of implants varies depending upon which type of complete prosthesis (removable or fixed) is recommended. A removable prosthesis (over denture) attaches to a bar or ball in socket attachments, whereas a fixed prosthesis is permanent and removable only by the dentist. Drs. McIlwain, Carlson, Link, Fairburn and Harris performs in-office implant surgery in a hospital-style operating suite, thus optimizing the level of sterility. Inpatient hospital implant surgery is for patients who have special medical or anesthetic needs or for those who need extensive bone grafting from the jaw, hip or tibia. Why dental implants? Once you learn about dental implants, you finally realize there is a way to improve you life. When you lose several teeth – whether it’s a new situation or something you have lived with for years – chances are you have never become fully accustomed to losing such a vital part of yourself. Dental implants can be your doorway to renewed selfconfidence and peace of mind. A Swedish scientist and orthopedic surgeon, Dr. PerIngvar Branemark, developed this concept for oral rehabilitation more than thirty-five years ago. With his pioneering research, Dr. Branemark opened the door to a lifetime of renewed comfort and continued on page 20 www.readhealthyhorizons.com

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self-confidence for millions of individuals facing the frustration and embarrassment of tooth loss. Why would you select dental implants over more traditional types of restorations? There are several reasons: Why sacrifice the structure of surrounding good teeth to bridge a space? In addition, removing a denture or a â&#x20AC;&#x153;partialâ&#x20AC;? at night may be inconvenient, not to mention that dentures that slip can be uncomfortable and rather embarrassing. Do Implants need special care? Once the implants are in place, they will serve you well for many years if you take care of them and keep your mouth healthy. This means taking the time for good oral hygiene (brushing and flossing) and keeping regular appointments with your dental specialists.

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asthma espiratory 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 22

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breathing with exercise There are two main types of asthma: persistent and intermittent. In persistent asthma, children 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: • 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.

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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.

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.

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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

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By Kimberly Gibson Volunteer Coordinator

Hospice of West Alabama (HOWA) has been an integral part of the medical community in Tuscaloosa since the agency served its first patient in 1982. Since those first visits, HOWA’s program has grown and formalized into a non-profit agency serving Tuscaloosa, Pickens, Lamar, Fayette, Bibb, Hale, and Greene Counties. Hospice of West Alabama, the area’s leading hospice provider in quality end of life care, is a United Way Agency and is Joint Commission Accredited. In order to be eligible for care from Hospice of West Alabama, a person must have a terminal diagnosis with a prognosis of six months or less to live. Some common signs that a patient might be ready for hospice care are: an increase in symptoms such as being short of breath or nauseous, frequent readmissions to the hospital for the same symptoms, decrease in independence and alertness, and a desire to be at home instead of in the hospital. Because Hospice of West Alabama has contacts with most residential facilities in West Alabama, patients can be served in their private residence, nursing home, hospital, assisted living – any place someone calls home. Patients with a terminal diagnosis reach a point where the treatment they receive is no longer providing a benefit or there is no other treatment modality available. The goal of hospice care is to help patients and their families make a successful transition from aggressive, curative care to a less invasive, comfort-focused plan of care. That concept of symptom relief and pain management enables patients to remain comfortable, alert, and capable of participating in life as fully as possibly. Care is patient-centered, designed to honor their wishes and goals. It is the goal of Hospice of West Alabama to allow the patient to live out their final days in comfort, surrounded by their friends and family, and to die with dignity. While most hospice patients are served in the familiar, comfortable environments they call home, sometimes situations and circumstances arise where continuing care in the home setting is not the best option. In 2004, Hospice of West Alabama opened a state of the art hospice inpatient facility, The Helen H. Hahn House. This facility is designed to mimic the comforts of home and houses private patient rooms, family gathering areas, kitchen and dining area, hair

salon, children’s play room, covered patios and courtyard with gazebo and fountain gathering areas, all while providing the best end of life care to patients and their loved ones. The facility has the capacity to serve 15 patients and their families. Payment for hospice services comes from Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurers. Contributions from the community via United Way, fundraising, memorial and general donations help provide care to patients who have no health care coverage or who have needs not covered by their insurance. Hospice care for patients and families includes hospice interdisciplinary team services (visits from nurses, social workers, chaplains, home

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health aides, and home makers), bereavement support, volunteer support, medications and medical supplies, nutritional supplements, respite care, and around the clock, on-call nurse support.

Hospice care is a holistic approach, caring for both the patient and their family. One of the oldest hospices in West Alabama, we understand the physical, emotional, and spiritual

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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 34

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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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1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1 squash 1 zucchini 1 onion 2 c left over mashed potatoes 3-4 chicken tenders 2 TBSP parmesan cheese 1/2 c + 2 TBSP Panko Bread Crumbs 1 tomato, diced Cut and marinate vegetables in balsamic, garlic, onions, and oil and set aside. Mix mashed potatoes, parmesan cheese, 2 TBSP panko bread crumbs and salt and pepper to taste. Form into small cakes and roll in remaining bread crumbs. This can be fried or baked. Lightly season chicken with salt and pepper and sear in olive oil. Remove chicken and sear vegetables. Remove vegetables and assemble the plate. You can substitute your favorite vegetable. Top with diced tomatoes seasoned with garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper. Recipe from

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1 package 8 oz cream cheese 1 cup sour cream 1/2 cup sugar 2 Tsp vanilla extract 2 lbs red seedless grapes 2 lbs green seedless grapes 3 Tbs brown sugar 3/4 cups chopped pecans 8 oz cool whip In large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, until blended. Add in sour cream. Add in cool whip. Fold in grapes. Put into serving bowl, cover and refrigerate until chilled. In small bowl mix brown sugar and pecans. Just before serving sprinkle top with pecans and brown sugar. I submitted the recipe for Creamy Grape Salad. It is delicious. My family loves it! To tell you something about myself: I am 86 years old and a widow for 9 years. I have 2 daughters, 2 grandsons, 2 granddaughters, and 8 great-grandchildren. I live in an assisted living at Brookdale, Northport. I have always loved to cook and I miss cooking. I have another favorite recipe. It is Apple Turnovers made with Orient Apples. Fresh apples always makes better pies. The crust makes the pies, too. - Mary Smith, Brookdale, Northport 38

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1 box golden butter cake mix 3 eggs 1/2 cup sugar 1 stick butter 1 1/3 cup milk Coconut milk Mix and bake in 3 layers at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or so. Frosting: 16 oz sour cream 18 oz fresh grated coconut 1 cup sugar 16 oz Cool Whip Mix sour cream, sugar and 2/3 coconut. Take one cup of mixture and set aside. Use remaining to spread between each layer. Mix Cool Whip and the cup of reserved sour cream mixture and frost cake. Sprinkle with remaining coconut. Refrigerate 24 hours before cutting. Keep refrigerated.

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2 cups hot water 1 1/4 cup milk Salt 1 cup quick grits 1 stick butter 1/4 t garlic powder 2 cups grated cheese 1 can Rotel (original or hot) Bring water and milk to a boil. Add salt and grits. Simmer 1

minute, stir, cover and cook 3 minutes. Add butter, stir, cover and cook 4 minutes. Add garlic, cheese, stir. Add Rotel, stir. Pour in buttered casserole dish. Bake at 450 degrees for 30 minutes.

1 pkg. white cake mix 3/4 c. fresh strawberries, sliced, sugared to make juice 2/3 c. salad (vegetable) oil 4 eggs, room temperature 1 pkg. strawberry Jello Cake Icing: 1 pkg powdered sugar 2 sticks butter (room temperature) 1 pkg. cream cheese - 8 oz. *little strawberry juice if you want icing to be pink *OR Pet milk or heavy cream if want icing to be white Beat eggs, add oil, then cake mix, strawberries and juice (reserve some for icing if desired) and Jello. Beat thoroughly. Bake at 325 degrees. For mini

cupcakes, bake 12-15 minutes. For icing, cream butter and cream cheese. Add sugar and small amount of liquid. Beat until desired consistency.

I was born in South Marengo County, Alabama, in a little town called Sweet Water. I was the middle child (3 boys and 4 girls) of 7. I married Ehri Ray, Jr. in 1950 - the most wonderful man Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever known (he was MY Clark Gable). Together we were blessed with 5 wonderful children, 21 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-greatgrandchild. The Lord has been so good to us. My husband passed in 1997. I am still very interactive with my children.

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Lewis & Faye Manderson Cancer Center (205) 759-7800

University Oral & Facial Surgery, PC (205) 556-2323 West Alabama Dental Center (205) 345-8859

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DISABILITY SERVICES Alabama Council for Developmental Disabilities (800) 232-2158

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