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all of our marketing partners and advertisers that help make this publication possible. We appreciate your continued support for our efforts to educate and inform. As healthcare changes continue to unfold we will be an advocate and a voice. “Keep informed for the health of it” No part of this publication can be reproduced without the written consent of the publisher. All rights reserved, we make every effort to ensure accuracy and will be held harmless of any errors or omissions. All the material in this issue of Innovative Health Magazine is offered as guide to further information and assistance, not to be considered definitive medical advice. We provide helpful lifestyle information for our readers. We urge you to contact your physician or healthcare provider on any matters herein. IHM

Body, Mind and Spirit—‘Nuff Said! This will be a different Letter from the Editor. Our great Publisher, Karen Smith, challenged me recently to write about a friend of mine who died recently. Some of you know that in a former life I was editor of Marvel Comics (and a working cartoonist, and a writer for Disney, and some other things). You probably saw on the news that Stan Lee, the publisher, editor and writer at Marvel, died recently. He was a good friend going back to the 1970s. An article, an editorial, a letter, about Stan… in Innovative Health Magazine? OK, we want to be different in this space each issue, but how could I connect Stan and a health and wellness publication? As if he were invulnerable like many of his superheroes, many fans wondered if he would simply live on and on. He did, in a way that few others in the comic book field did. Stan was a veteran in comics when I was born. Stan’s contributions were enormous, and I can avoid hero worship to state that, or even superhero worship. His personality was enormous, and so were his talents and instincts and ego and modesty. With great power comes great contradictions. To our theme: BODY. Stan lived to age 95. Of course none of us knows our “time,” when God appoints our work completed. The Bible talks about “three score and ten” as the age at which we can stop buying green bananas (don’t quote me on that theology). Yet to the extent we can control our health (Yes; see the contents of this issue!), Stan was an example. Always fit, always eating well, he exercised like a maniac. Just after I left Marvel, Stan moved to Hollywood to be closer to the mighty Marvel movie projects. The first time I visited him at his apartment, he answered the door… with roller skates on his feet. OK, you know it was a big apartment for that; but it was an extra chance for a man in his 50s to be active, even when “resting” at home. MIND. I originally met Stan when I was an editor at a newspaper syndicate in Chicago. He came to town as a guest at a comics’ convention, and wanted to meet on the side to discuss an idea for a new magazine along the lines of some European journals. Not like Epic Illustrated, which when I later joined Marvel, I founded for him, but a collaboration between Marvel and my outfit.

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It never happened, but that brainstorm was characteristic of Stan. Think about this…try that…dream big…never stand still. Stan wrote and edited superhero stories; he created characters and indeed a virtual universe; he created teenage and romance comic books; he wrote novels; he created newspaper strips; he was a public speaker; he starred in commercials; he even appeared in every single movie featuring Marvel heroes… Sometimes Stan would pop into my office with an idea for, say, a Silver Surfer story. I remember once, when he left, my assistant and I rolled our eyes at what was basically a silly, rather childish, idea to us. But that was Stan—sparks, silly or childish, or million-dollar caliber. And that brings me to SPIRIT. Stan Lee always asked “What if?” about everything on the landscape, or not yet seen. He even started a Marvel Comics line of What If? premises. It made me think, last month, ‘What if there had been no Stan Lee?’ All those characters and comics and theme parks and toys and movies might never have happened. There is the theme of this Letter; we should all ask What if in life. What if I try this? What if I reach out to someone? Doctors and scientists ask What if, and come up with cures and treatments. Veterans asked What if, and served us all. The disabled ask What if, and frequently fight their way to mobility. Children ask What if—or they should—and grow up to lead exciting, fulfilled lives. As always in Innovative Health Magazine, we introduce you to some of the most innovative people who also dream, and overcome, and succeed, sometimes against great odds or great challenges, or dedicate themselves to serve us all. What if…we all dreamed like these dreamers? We hope to inspire you too—body, mind and spirit.

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The three entrepreneurs recognized the home-crisis situations facing many of the seniors in their community. An aging population wants to stay safely in their own homes, and many of them needed help to make that happen.

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t is remarkable how three firemen/ paramedics agreed to venture into a business in the healthcare industry and, 10 years later, are still friends running a very successful company. Innovative Health Magazine had the pleasure to profile them a few issues ago, and we want to update readers with another look at how their business, 1st Call Home Healthcare, continues to grow. A company like theirs deserves more recognition and commendation.

The three owners of 1st Call Home Healthcare, Bob Mlynarek, Mike Barnhard and Jason Groth, met in 1998 at the Harrison Township Fire Department, and became good friends. They worked well together, and before getting into the healthcare field, they formed a basement remodeling business. Then the housing crisis hit Michigan in 2008, and the automotive industry nearly collapsed. Their venture abruptly came to a halt; remodeling 25 basements a year dropped to zero.

1st Call Home Healthcare was born in 2010 when the three partners launched a non-medical home care service to provide services that would allow the elderly to have safe and comfortable lives in their own homes, rather than being obliged to move into assisted living facilities. The three entrepreneurs recognized the home-crisis situations facing many of the seniors in their community. An aging population wants to stay safely in their own homes, and many of them needed help to make that happen. Bob retired after 19 years on the job as a fireman/paramedic to be the chief marketing officer and full-time co-owner of 1st Call. Jason and Mike continue to work their 24-hour shifts at Harrison Township Fire Department, and join Bob in the day-to-day operations on their days off. They are both in their 23rd year with the Fire Department, and continue to see the need for quality and expertise in caring for patients in their homes. They plan on joining Bob fulltime in a couple years. Each of them shares the ownership equally. In 2015, they saw the need for added medical services, and began providing full-service skilled nursing care and

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auto-injury care. The trio now has more to watch for conditions in their patients that might need additional attention. than 200 employees and a CloudWhen medical services are combined based computerized system that and provided by the same team, very allows their staff to access the files of little can fall through the each patient from their cracks. personal computers/tablets/ phones electronically. This The caretakers know their innovation allows 1st Call patients. 1st Call’s director ... A NONto provide continuous MEDICAL HOME of nursing teaches the full-service care to all their staff to recognize changes CARE SERVICE clients. in patients’ conditions

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As first-responders with SERVICES THAT and bring such needs more than 20 years of WOULD ALLOW to the attention of the assisting patients at the THE ELDERLY TO patient’s doctor, avoiding unnecessary trip to the onset of an injury, the HAVE SAFE AND an Emergency Room. men began to wonder COMFORTABLE what happens to those Many of 1st Call’s staff LIVES IN THEIR patients after they have OWN HOMES... have personal experience been stabilized, loaded with home healthcare, into ambulances and taken so they possess genuine to hospitals. They realized care and concern for their that they spent only 20 to clients. Staff members are 30 minutes with each patient. What respected and appreciated, and usually happens when patients leave their care? work in this environment because of The patient might be in the hospital for the flexibility the job offers. Many have weeks or months, and then transferred family obligations that must fit in with to a rehab center, where it may be many more months before the patient is actually able to go home. The patient’s lives might have changed dramatically, perhaps forever, and simple tasks that might have only taken a few minutes before the accident could now take hours.

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1st Call became aware of the possibility that their business could extend the life-line to the outside world for many of these patients. 1st Call’s caretakers can, and do, provide more than just 24-hour home care—they become like part of the family. Patients do much better when they have consistent care by the same team on a daily basis. The company recognizes that home healthcare is still a cottage-type industry that is uniquely positioned to offer the best care in the region. Because they provide full-service treatment from a unified source, they are better equipped 16 IHM HEALTH & WELLNESS MAGAZINE

the hours needed both by the employee and the patients. “They are never told they are employees and have to do a certain job,” explained Bob. “We are like a family—not just the staff, but also the clients we care for.” When a new patient is admitted to the system, the staff is informed and considers whether it is a good fit for them. Can they provide the care needed? Do the hours work for them? What is their proximity to the patient’s location? 1st Call is proud of the staff they employ and the teamwork shown by all members. The owners and staff recognize that it’s not just a business. It is who they are. The three owners are family men with children, but all three partners are committed to this entire endeavor. They are extremely proud of their company’s progress, and the ability to help a great number of many patients and their families during difficult times. Success will only continue to grow for 1st Call Home Healthcare as the business

continues responding to increased needs for private home care. Technology will play a large part in caring not only for the aging population but also for children and adults. Specifically, a big concern in healthcare today, and in the future, is to do everything possible to avoid readmission to the hospital after discharge. Many patients are discharged from the hospital and have no one to watch them. The new transitional care program to be implemented by 1st Call will electronically monitor vital signs from patients’ homes. It will track blood pressure, heart rate, blood sugar and pulse oximetry, all with Bluetooth technology and physician involvement.

Having all its services under one roof allows 1st Call Home Healthcare to build relationships within the community and offer the best care available to all their patients. Referrals by current and previous clients are their primary source of new business, with requests and recommendations from area hospitals as a close second.

Bob, Jason and Mike conduct their business with the conviction that quality patient care, attention to detail, and recruiting staff who really care for their patients, will continue to be the hallmark of 1st Call Home Healthcare. Their business will continue to grow as an increasing number of seniors need home care, and the needs of the dependent community grow more complex.

1st Call has five distinct areas of care available: • Non-medical senior care in the home • Skilled nursing care at home for high acuity patients • Auto injury—helping the patient back on the road to recovery • Mental health at home • Physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, language

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hen talk of flu shots becoming available starts each fall, Terri Lipovsky, a registered nurse who works at the McLaren Surgery Center takes notice. Afterall, the flu almost took her life in early 2014. She became ill on New Year’s Eve 2013 and went to the Emergency Department at McLaren Flint. She was placed on the hospital’s heart unit, diagnosed with pneumonia, went into pulmonary edema, and moved to CCU where she was intubated. On January 15, 2014, she was diagnosed with H1N1 and transferred for specialized care. She remained a critical care patient for a month. Her only memories of this time period are of the first two days she was on the heart unit. In mid-February she was well enough to be transported back to McLaren Flint for three weeks of inpatient rehabilitation.

the McLaren Flint-Community Medical Center. “Current Centers for Disease (CDC) guidelines recommend yearly vaccination against influenza for everyone older than six months of age, dependent on the staff’s help,” said including pregnant women. Another Terri. “During my illness, my family was told many times I may not make it and to common myth is that you cannot spread the flu if you are feeling well. Statistics prepare for the worst. When I first came show between 20% and 30% of to rehab, a physician told me I people carrying the influenza may never work again. I would virus have no symptoms. By tell myself flu shots are for the getting vaccinated, you help old, very young and weak, I did DURING protect yourself, your family at not see myself as compromised MY home, and if you work, your but I should have known better. ILLNESS, MY FAMILY co-workers.” It’s not worth putting yourself and your family through such WAS TOLD These days when she is not an ordeal. I often think they MANY wearing scrubs, Terri can often suffered more than I did.” TIMES I be found in a t-shirt and jeans One common myth about the flu is healthy people thinking that they do not need to be vaccinated.

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organizations, placing the heaviest emphasis on patient outcomes. • In addition to this achievement, McLaren Flint also holds these accreditations and certifications. • Blue Distinction Center+ for Hip and Knee Replacement by BCBSM • Blue Distinction Center+ for Spine Surgery by BCBSM • Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence by the

Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program • Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center by Joint Commission

American College of Radiology • Breast Imaging Center of Excellence Designation from the American College of Radiology

• The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Hospital Accreditation

• McLaren Flint Laboratory is CAP Accredited by the College of American Pathologists

• Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence Designation from the

• Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Flint is accredited by:

- American College of Radiology Radiation Oncology Practice -Quality Oncology Practice Initiative American Society of Clinical Oncology

To learn more about the services offered at McLaren Flint, visit mclaren.org/flint. INNOVATIVEHEALTHMAG.COM 25

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• Strive O&P is an orthotics and prosthetics facility in the Detroit area. • Our certified practitioners understand the many challenges brought on by limb loss – from mobility to managing ADL’s, exercise, and more. • We utilize the most advanced socket designs, suspension systems, and components to create the most comfortable and functional prostheses. • We encourage a healthcare team approach. We find that working closely with the doctor, therapist, and family provides the greatest outcomes for our patients.

Matthew McEwin, CPO is our lead prosthetist! Matthew is an ABC certified Prosthetist/Orthotist and graduate of Northwestern University. Dedicated in keeping proficient on the latest technology, he is always thinking outside the box for new and innovative solutions to help patients surpass their goals and expectations. By listening to his patient’s needs, he provides them with prosthetic solutions that compliment who they are as individuals and what they want to accomplish. Matthew has a passion for helping patients live their lives without limits!

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THE BLUEPRINT FOR SUCCESS AT BUILD SENIOR LIVING

n the past few years, the Baby Boomer generation has become one of the largest groups of retirement over the age of 65. Retirement homes are not the only option for the aging members of the population anymore.

Senior living communities, which allow senior citizens to live mostly independently with access to a variety of amenities, provide an alternative for individuals or couples who can no longer safely live on their own and with the option to later on transition into assisted living or memory care within the same facility, are in high demand. Traditionally, the senior housing market has been a stable multifamily commercial real estate investment during economic booms and busts. In recent years, however, senior housing and care has become an

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especially popular asset class among both institutional and individual investors. It has already outperformed other noted real estate sectors and it will continue to be a favorable opportunity due to impressive demographic fundamentals. But for some investors, there is the constant factor of finding the right location, and the need for quality construction and craftsmanship, fact that will make them shy away from venturing into such great return on investment opportunity. Enter the dynamic Michiganbased company Build Senior Living (BSL), which represents a revolution in assessing all aspects of this new reality and its opportunities. From Concept Development and Marketing Opportunity Analysis to on-the-ground Facility Management, Human Resources, and Occupancy Consulting, BSL has taken

Like any successful real estate venture, location is the key factor in building and buying

ground up, so to speak, they avoid many headaches and hassles that otherwise confront the planning and building of a retirement community. Their vast experience and connections with specialists in real estate, zoning, planning, construction, landscaping, and interior design, help Martin and Imran show new customers that the wheel of planning and engineering does not have to be reinvented with each new project.

the guesswork out of many parts of this process. The planning, development, and building experiences are addressed on behalf of investors and developers. In an exclusive interview with Innovative Health Magazine, co-owner Sam Martin described the complications that can confront investors, developers, and builders, especially if they are new to this business. Over the past four years, Martin and his business partner Shahid Imran have developed BSL as a successful and growing national company that assists customers to develop and build premier senior living communities, including independent, assisted living, and memory care. Before the first dirt is turned over in any project, Martin and Imran establish all the basic details; starting from the

Potential investors and developers must understand that this is a complex process. Development of a senior living community requires a high level of expertise, market knowledge, and sophistication. It requires a specialized approach to financing, zoning, project management, and marketing. It is essential to follow the correct â&#x20AC;&#x153;pathâ&#x20AC;? in order to avoid costly errors and succeed in launching and sustaining the community. Obtaining guidance and advice from an objective source is critical to making informed decisions.

luxury, and safe and secure communities.

The need for active senior housing is at an all-time high demand. It is estimated that more than half of people over 65 (Baby Boomers) are looking to move into senior living retirement communities. With this age group living longer than previous generations, Martin says that BSL is well aware of the need for their properties to be fitted with the latest in technology that allows residents to stay in contact with their families.

Martin and Imran have developed a successful blueprint for builders and buyers, thereby offering tremendous opportunities for investors and developers. Discussing this investment aspect of Build Senior Living, Martin reports that investors are realizing about a 20 per cent return on their investments in the development part of their business. Like any successful real estate venture, location is the key factor in building and buying. Martin and Imran have pooled their talents, providing the population of Michigan, Florida, other communities throughout United States with key opportunities to buy, invest, and live in senior accommodations that provide area residents autonomy, INNOVATIVEHEALTHMAG.COM 29

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The sizes of the senior communities that BSL has developed or are currently developing are between 40 and 80 apartments, based on the area and community needs. Realizing that technology is changing the face of how seniors chooses their options, BSL connects and helps seniors to age with dignity, providing them with the many options. Martin and Imran work handin-hand with owners, founders, and administrators to provide a framework for success that enables their clients to

Sam Martin and Shahid Imran are available to discuss any potential interest that investors, developers, or builders might have regarding such investment opportunities.

BSL is committed to provide the best technology to reinforce and allow older adults to live independently, with the confidence of safety and comfort in a home that not only has been built with care but with love too, from the ground up.

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Neurotrauma

To whom it may concern,

I am very pleased to announce the recent partnership of the NeuroTrauma Association and Innovative Health Magazine. IHM showcases community leaders in healthcare, medicine, wellness and leisure and we are very proud that our cause will be featured in such a magazine multiple times over the next year. The NeuroTrauma Association’s sole mission is to manifest resources for people who are catastrophically A Letter From The NeuroTrauma Association President injured as the result of an automobile accident. Every day, over 800 people acquire traumatic brain injuries while driving, and another 25 suffer spinal cord injuries. Most people don’t consider that something like this could happen to them but catastrophic injury does not discriminate and drivers need to ensure that they’re fully protected. I am very pleased to announce the recent partnership of the NeuroTrauma Association and Innovative Health Magazine.

JOHN GWYNNE PROSSER II

IHM showcases community leaders in healthcare, medicine, wellness and leisure and we are very proud that our cause

Specifically, advocate for the adoption thethe Michigan will be featuredwe in such a magazine multiple timesofover next year.model for no-fault automobile insurance, which provides injured people with comprehensive and lifetime resources for the care, recovery, and The NeuroTrauma Association’s sole mission is to manifest resources for people who are catastrophically injured as the rehabilitation of catastrophic injuries sustained in an accident. Many of the benefits provided under result of an automobile accident. Every day, over 800 people acquire traumatic brain injuries while driving, and another Michigan auto no-fault are not covered under Medicare, Medicaid, or personal health insurance: whole 25 suffer spinal cord injuries. Most people don’t consider that something like this could happen to them but catastrophic home modifications, modified vehicles, electric wheelchairs, injury does not discriminate and drivers need to ensure that they’re fullyuncapped protected. therapies, 24 hour in-home nursing for as long as a person may need it and more (all require a doctor’s order). The items that are Specifically, we advocate forsystems the adoption of the Michigan model for as no-fault automobile which providesunder covered under the other are severely limited, such the $1900 limitinsurance, on physical therapy injured people with comprehensive and lifetime resources for the care, recovery, and rehabilitation of catastrophic Medicaid. The Michigan no-fault system lacks the pre-set caps on duration or monetary cost of care that injuries sustained in an accident. Many of the benefits provided under Michigan auto no-fault are not covered under the other coverages use. This provides the injured with aggressive, persistent therapies they unfortunately Medicare, Medicaid, or personal health insurance: whole home modifications, modified vehicles, electric wheelchairs, would not receive in other states or from other insurances. uncapped therapies, 24 hour in-home nursing for as long as a person may need it and more (all require a doctor’s order). The items that are covered under the other systems are severely limited, such as the $1900 limit on physical therapy One the more surprising factorssystem may be that system saves the statecost ofofMichigan money. underofMedicaid. The Michigan no-fault lacks thethis pre-set caps actually on duration or monetary care that the other Drivers pay to provides a fund that reimburses the insurers after atherapies certain they point, alleviatingwould theirnot concerns coverages use.inThis the injured with aggressive, persistent unfortunately receive in regarding benefits. That fund has grown for 40 years and now has over $17 billion -- and other stateslifetime or from other insurances.

continues to grow. The House Fiscal Agency estimated that auto no-fault prevents over $630 million of One of the more surprising factors may be that this system actually saves the state of Michigan money. Drivers pay in to costs from being incurred by Medicaid annually.

a fund that reimburses the insurers after a certain point, alleviating their concerns regarding lifetime benefits. That fund has grown for 40 years and now has over $17 billion – and continues to grow. The House Fiscal Agency estimated that We to provide injured products and services thatannually. are needed to make a meaningful autohope no-fault prevents over $630citizens million ofwith coststhe from being incurred by Medicaid

recovery from a catastrophic injury such as a TBI. Furthermore, this model prevents a young person from We hope injured citizens with the products and services thatneed are needed to make a meaningful recovery from using up to allprovide of their health insurance policy, which they may later in life. Harvard Medical School a catastrophic injury such as a TBI. Furthermore, this model prevents a young person from using up all of their health studies have shown that unpaid medical bills are the leading cause of bankruptcy in the United States. insurance policy, which they may need later in life. Harvard Medical School studies have shown that unpaid medical bills are the leading cause of bankruptcy in the United States.

Please consider how much better you might be able to serve your clients, how much better their quality of Please consider much better youtomight able totoserve your clients, how much Together better life would be, how if they were able havebeaccess these sort of resources. we can change the their quality of life would be, if they were able to have access to these sort of resources. world. Thank you for considering assisting us in our campaign. Together we can change the world. Thank you for considering assisting us in our campaign.

Best regards, Best regards,

John Gwynne Prosser II

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INNOVATIVEHEALTHMAG.COM 31 Boardthe Member, Protecting No-fault I am very pleased to announce recentCoalition partnership of Auto the NeuroTraum Health Magazine. IHM showcases community leaders in healthcare, med we are very proud that our cause will be featured in such a magazine mu

REJUVENATION FROM THE INSIDE OUT

FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH

ON THE FOREFRONT ONCE AGAIN WITH NEW TECHNOLOGY IN DERMAL REMODELING ///BY NICOLE WEDDINGTON

ike many people her age, Anna Reznick, 49, had recently begun to notice that the wrinkles on her face and hands had become more pronounced over the last 10 years. While she was not necessarily unhappy with the way she looked, she couldn’t help but think there must be something that could be done to slow down the effects of time just a little. Having sat through a consultation with a plastic surgeon the year before, she knew that a face lift was going to keep her out of work for at least several weeks. As a single mother, this was not an option. Anna knew there had to be another way. She began asking around in her community and was thrilled when she heard about Fountain of Youth. Always on the forefront with new technology, and with the addition of its new fractional radio frequency microneedling system—Secret RF by Cutera, Fountain of Youth had exactly what Anna needed…a timely, much less painful solution to her problem.

By way of micro-needles, Secret RF delivers fractional radio frequency energy into varying levels of the skin, including the deep layers where treatment is most beneficial. “Secret RF delivers energy below the surface where it’s needed most to help revitalize and regenerate the tissue. This unique delivery of energy allows us to achieve optimal results with little to no downtime on all skin types. It’s skin re32 IHM HEALTH & WELLNESS MAGAZINE

modeling from the inside out,” said Sue Alderson, R.N. and owner of Fountain of Youth. Secret RF provides tissue coagulation and hemostasis to stimulate and remodel collagen and revitalize and refresh the appearance of all skin types. A licensed esthetician will administer the treatment that takes roughly an hour and a half total to complete. “To begin, numbing cream is applied to the treatment area. The patient will feel some heat and pressure during the treatment that most patients find tolerable. Your physician/esthetician will work with you to maximize comfort level,” said Meagan Luginski, Fountain of Youth esthetician. After the treatment, the skin will be red and feel tight, similar to the feeling of being sunburnt. An esthetician will apply a topical directly after the treatment and the patient is asked not to touch or apply anything on their face for four hours after. The esthetician will then discuss products to use for the days to follow. And that’s it! Just what Anna needed—simple. The treatment should be done every four to six weeks with a total of three to four easy treatments and little to no downtime. Most clients report seeing improvement after the second treatment but optimal results appear three months after the last treatment. Treatments are tailored to meet individual needs

Fountain of Youth Skin Renewal Centre Founder, Susan Alderson and customized to address specific skin concerns. Secret RF is safe, effective and suitable for all skin types. Results vary based on the individual. To maintain results, maintenance treatments are recommended every 12 to 18 months. Once the process was explained to Anna during her free consultation, there was only one more thing to consider—payment. Through Fountain of Youth’s in-house financing, she was able to set up manageable payments that didn’t break her bank. “This is exactly what I was looking for, and I could not be happier with my results. The day after I received my treatment, I could already see a difference in the way I looked and felt. My confidence is higher and I just feel happier in general. I feel like my skin is glowing—literally,” explained Anna. The Fountain of Youth gave Anna the extra confidence she was seeking, and there is a broad range of other services that can do the same for women of every type including body sculpting, spider vein removal, waxing, tattoo removal and much more. The Fountain of Youth also offers top-of-the-line medical grade skin care products that will maintain progress and enhance results. “At Fountain of Youth, we make your beauty and confidence our priority. Whether you are looking to reduce the look of wrinkles, eliminate fat, or just looking to exfoliate your skin, we are here to help,” said Alderson.

Secret RF delivers energy below the surface where it’s needed most to help revitalize and regenerate the tissue

For more information and to book your free consultation, call (810) 632-6123 or visit www.fountainofyouth-mi.com. Fountain of Youth Skin Renewal Centre 10112 Highland Rd. Hartland, MI 48353 Hours of Operation: Mon., 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fri., 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat., 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. INNOVATIVEHEALTHMAG.COM 33

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- PT, OT, & SLP - Manual & Massage Therapy - Aquatic Therapy - Nutritional Counseling - Mentoring - Adaptive Sport Training & Sponorship - Transporation

Why STAR Rehab? STAR is an intensive physical therapy and adaptive sport training program that takes traditional rehabilitation out of an institutional medical setting and puts it into a integrated and accessible 225,000 sq. ft. gym facility. With public and private therapy areas, three therapy pools, basketball courts, quarter mile indoor track, four mile outdoor paved track, full weight lifting area... and much, much more! Call 810.344.9810 to get started with STAR rehab today!

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MICHIGAN CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY MICHAEL P. MANLEY BOARD-CERTIFIED MICHIGAN CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER WHO CONSISTENTLY WINS BIG CASES Have you been charged with a crime in Michigan? Are you under investigation by state or federal authorities? Are you facing the possibility of having to pay thousands of dollars in fines or spend of years behind bars? Don’t take chances with your future. Take action. Contact the law offices of Michael P. Manley. Attorney Michael P. Manley proudly serves people throughout Michigan charged with serious crimes. Located in Flint, we›re strategically located to serve the legal needs of people statewide. Criminal defense lawyer Michael P. Manley has a well-earned national reputation for winning complex cases. One of the area’s few Board Certified Criminal Trial Experts, attorney Manley was named a top criminal defense attorney by Michigan Super Lawyers. No more than 5 percent of the state’s attorneys receive this honor. He also has a rating of 10 or “superb” by the legal research service Avvo. “I’m honored and humbled to be the guy people hire to take on the biggest cases,” Michael P. Manley says

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“We usually use a different hospital,” Connie said. “But we thought we’d just put the new senior program at Hurley to the test.”

Marcia certainly didn’t want to sit all night in an ER, having already endured a 31/2-hour bus ride home from Mackinac with her tour group. She had avoided most of her pain by holding her arm still and was relieved to be in the ideal place for getting help. From the moment she arrived, Marcia was impressed with how quickly things moved along. “She (the front desk nurse) took my name and whisked me in back and started taking care of me,” Marcia said. Then Dr. Weber came in and treated her with thoroughness and respect. “He was nice, down to earth. He didn’t act like a doctor,” Marcia laughed. She appreciated that he never talked down to her, and her family members liked that they were included in the exam. “He had her best interests at heart at all times,” Connie said. “The fact they put her in a cast that she could still move

with was wonderful. They understood she didn’t want to be slowed down.” Now Marcia can get back to all those activities that make her life so active and fulfilling—her breakfast club, her luncheon club and the Red Hat Society, which is a social group for women age 50 and up. She is not a woman who likes being cooped up in the house. In fact, the first question she asked the doctor was, “When can I drive again?” “I try not to let age slow me down. I feel so good,” said Marcia. “I’ve never been to Hurley before and I had a very good experience,” she said. “I don’t know if I’ve gotten any better treatment of any kind.”

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arcia Spaly is an active 90-yearold, who wants to keep it that way. That’s why, when she fell and broke her arm on a trip to Mackinac Island, she went to Hurley Medical Center for the Fast Track Emergency Department experience for patients 65 and older. Her daughter-in-law Connie had heard about the service through a friend, so when the urgent care they tried first sent them to the ER, they chose Hurley.

Hurley Medical Center is the area’s only Senior Center of Excellence. In addition to the Fast SHE IS Track rooming policy NOT A for patients 65 and WOMAN older in the ER, their WHO services include a team of geriatric nurse LIKES specialists who follow BEING older patients from COOPED admission to discharge to address age-specific UP IN THE needs, a virtual geriatric HOUSE fracture center and a bone health program. Hurley is also one of only five hospitals in the state with NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) Exemplar status, a geriatric nursing distinction indicating their commitment to excellence in the care of patients 65 and older. For more information on the special services Hurley offers senior patients, visit www. hurleymc.com/services/senior/

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USING TECHNOLOGY AS A ROAD MAP

HURLEY DRIVES INNOVATIONS IN PATIENT CARE

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A sign of the times in modern healthcare is that more and more providers are harnessing technology to support optimized patient care through digital health innovations like the HIMSS Analytics Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model (EMRAM). EMRAM incorporates algorithms to score the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) capabilities of hospitals around the world. Through this model, Stage 7 validated hospitals like Hurley Medical Center have been able to drive innovation, increase operational efficiency and often bypass costly investments in favor of simple process changes that achieve their end goals just as well.

“Stage 7 itself is not an award,” said Melany Gavulic, President & CEO of Hurley Medical Center. “Being verified as a HIMSS Stage 7 hospital indicates that we have a near paperless environment, utilizing and continuously innovating our electronic medical record to provide efficient, high quality and safe patient care.” While fulfilling the criteria for validation requires a significant buy-in and collaboration from clinical and business leadership across the organization, the result is a staff united in the pursuit of quality improvement. It also stands as an ongoing opportunity to reinforce the message that constantly improving process and technology leads to better patient care. Streamlined workflows and communication follow, resulting in further operational efficiencies. Along the road to their EMRAM implementation, for instance, Hurley was able to leverage its health IT systems in order to improve communications and patient satisfaction with the ASL-speaking community. Part of their inclusive patient communication strategy included developing an interpreter services program that could be integrated with their EMR system.

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When Hurley Medical Center first received its Stage 7 validation, only 5 percent of hospitals across the country could make that claim. Of those, most had far more resources and access to capital than Hurley. Today, providers that have achieved Stage 7 validation still form an elite group, yet their number has crept up to 6.4 percent of healthcare systems. This illustrates the growing trend of using strategic IT investments to improve patient outcomes.

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STREAMLINED WORKFLOWS AND COMMUNICATION FOLLOW, RESULTING IN FURTHER OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCIES.

In this way, interpreter services were immediately made aware of a patient’s needs and as a result were better equipped to monitor those needs moving forward. Since the inception of the program, annual visits for this specific patient population have increased by 35 percent. When the process is understood as more of a journey than a destination, surprising benefits unfold. In the case of Hurley, after implementing the new EMR from Epic, the hospital assembled a team from multiple departments to analyze patient movement data. With the help of a daily 28-page report comprised of thousands of data points, the analytics committee could better evaluate and understand the nuances in patient movement from door to discharge. The analysis lead them to concentrate their focus on blocked beds, environmental services turnaround times, bed assignment times and the criticality of patients to identify trends in required accommodations. Armed with this precise strategy, Hurley saw significant improvements in capacity, turnaround time and unit accommodations, including the ability to admit 182 more patients over the course of the year without having to invest in additional beds or bigger facilities. The analysis also brought about a recommendation to reallocate staff to busier times of day, which reduced the average turnaround

time by 12 minutes. By shifting workflow from a series of phone calls to a digital bed request and automated notifications to the receiving unit, Hurley achieved a 20-minute improvement in bed assignment, then kept the momentum going by integrating the EMR with the hospital telephone system. This enabled bed requests to be sent directly to the charge nurse. In short, the data revealed discoveries about improvements that could be made in current processes—and, more importantly, using current resources. “This is validation of the high-tech innovative work that we’ve done to better serve our community,” said Dr. Michael Roebuck, Chief Medical Information Officer at Hurley Medical Center. “In the past few years we have focused on using our technology to improve our service to our American Sign Language patients, we have written prescriptions for healthy foods at our Farmers’ Market clinic and our own Hurley Food FARMacy and we’ve used data from our system to give feedback to our clinicians to improve the quality of care that we provide.” It is this combination of IT team fine-tuning applications and clinicians dedicated to using the technology at their fingertips to maximum potential that will ensure that healthcare organizations like Hurley Medical Center are wellpositioned to adapt to the evolving demands of healthcare.

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RESTORING

AND REDEEMING — WHEN AND

WHERE IT IS NEEDED /// BY DEBORAH VANCE

What enterprising investor wouldn’t be interested in this property? Before you head out to take a look, it would be good to read a little further… headlines can be misleading. What if the rest of the highlights included: no heat, no water (dry well), no septic, no power. Oh, and the roof problem? It’s on the living room floor. The retro travel trailer? A 1950s-era model that’s barely inhabitable. 40 IHM HEALTH & WELLNESS MAGAZINE

Welcome to Marjorie’s world. Marjorie is a 74-year-old veteran. She came back from deployment to her home. That was quite a while ago. Since then, the house has progressively fallen into disrepair that worsens every season. Hard to believe but true…the roof has for-real fallen into the house and now sits on the living room floor. She lives in the trailer—not nostalgic or hip…mildew-y and sad. Marjorie wouldn’t consider buying this house…even if she could…which she can’t. It’s actually already hers and she’s stuck with it. She is just short of homeless. The journey of her life has left her with few resources. She is healthy and optimistic but that’s not the currency you need to help this house come back to life.

This is how Marjorie was subsisting when Habitat Lapeer-Tuscola first met her. The family home was in ruins, she was shivering in the old, uninstalled travel trailer without running water. Her only source of heat and light were an extension cord from the old abandoned remains of the house.

You can imagine the range of emotions she experiences as she stands by and watches as her place of security and only asset collapses. Habitat for Humanity Lapeer-Tuscola considers itself a conduit of God’s grace and agent of His promises. It is devoted to bringing goodness and hope to many in Lapeer-Tuscola counties. They bring hammers and saws, sub-contractors and volunteers, bulldozers and cement trucks, grant money and donations to those in need. It is a testament of faith on their part that God directs their path and clears the way for amazing projects that require their unique contribution (The faith or non-faith of those needing help is not a factor, ever. Habitat for Humanity Lapeer-Tuscola does not proselytize or push religion.). H4H’s path led to Marjorie this time. Marjorie was reading an article about Habitat for Humanity Lapeer-Tuscola in the newspaper when she first learned about their Critical Home Repair Program, and she decided to contact Executive Director Carolyn Nestor. It was a providential moment. Carolyn is a full-on maven…a connector of those in need and those who can help, and the right person for the job if there ever was one. Her enthusiasm is superseded only by the speed and lilt of her voice happily beckoning anyone that will listen… donate, volunteer, “build with us.” When Marjorie called, Carolyn went into immediate code-blue action. Marjorie’s situation called for more than just help with her house. She needed help with her life. With no heat, water or power she was at the mercies of the elements. She was moved into an emergency housing bed and breakfast pronto and then to a long-term housing complex. She waits while her house is brought back to the wonderful home she remembers.

On the chance that anyone reading this article is in need of help or is available to be a helper, it would be useful to know specifically about what Habitat for Humanity LapeerTuscola does.

She is healthy and optimistic but that’s not the currency you need to help this house come back to life.

Availability. If you are someone who is operating from a position of strength in life, there are a lot of ways that you can be part of the blessing. Habitat is primarily concerned with housing, but not exclusively. Anything that you can think of relative to home construction and property concerns is in the mix. Think about whether you are someone who can make a donation or volunteer. Money. Too obvious? Money is what greases all the other gears to keep the process moving smoothly. Grants, donations, fundraisers...in keeping with their belief that God will provide what they need, money comes in and pretty much goes back out every day. Every penny becomes part of a story, a blessing. Ask Carolyn and her crew. Subcontractors, volunteers. Since the money has to be doled out so judiciously… emergencies, capital expenditures, supplies, etc…cash flow is always an issue. Amazingly, it works because, partly, much of the labor and expertise is donated. It is the wellspring that never runs dry. Carolyn reflects on a period of time around 2007-2008 when they experienced a dearth of qualified subcontractors (e.g., electricians, heating/cooling, plumbers) because the construction industry was suffering a meltdown. Subcontractors left to find work wherever they could. In lieu of ready help, a substantial percentage of H4H’s total operating budget had to go to other, more expensive solutions. Gladly, she can report that the pool of subs has sprung back and is hard at work.

Restore. What a good idea, the “Re-Store.” A big retail shop at H4H headquarters, open to the public, for reselling donated materials… windows, doors, hardware, appliances, furniture… anything that moves healthy housing situations along. Carolyn estimates that 40 percent of the operating budget is funded by Restore. The proceeds are a way to support the construction side of Habitat, and the practical availability of what would otherwise be priced at retail can be life-changing to those who have nothing. Critical Home Repair Program. Carolyn and her crew respond to 80-100 critical home repair requests each year. She is heartbroken when she assesses a site and comes face-to-face with such disrepair and desperation. Habitat is often the link between collapse and renewal. Partnerships, Relationships. Home Depot, banks (low cost mortgages), builders (surplus materials).…What would Habitat for Humanity LapeerTuscola be without their partners? Their relationships are invaluable to the momentum and support of the work Habitat is able to accomplish. Carolyn Nestor celebrates Southeast Michigan. She has lived and worked in a lot of places. “I think Lapeer-Tuscola counties are the nicest communities in the U.S,” she said. We think she’s pretty great too.

I For more information, to donate or to volunteer, call Carolyn Nestor at (810) 664-7111. Habitat for Humanity Lapeer-Tuscola 1633 N. Lapeer Rd. Lapeer, MI 48446 (810) 664-7111 www.lapeerhabitat.org hfhlapeertuscola@gmail.com INNOVATIVEHEALTHMAG.COM 41

VETERANS

“100 YEARS OF HEROES” Honors Michigan Vets

Michigan’s Military and Space Heroes Museum, located in Frankenmuth, hosted the 100 Years of Heroes Event on November 10, 2018, at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI. The dinner event, held in partnership with Military Families United, included an impressive Hometown Heroes Display that featured stories of regional veterans covering the wars from World War I to the present. Music was performed by the 126th Army Band, with

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radio legend Frank Beckmann as Master of Ceremonies; and SSG Travis Mills, a quadruple amputee from Afghanistan, the keynote speaker who delivered an emotional presentation.

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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY HELPS VETS DITCH TENTS THIS WINTER /// BY DEBORAH VANCE

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Habitat Lapeer-Tuscola is partnering with local veterans' groups in participation of Habitat's "Veteran's Build" program to renovate this house in Vassar into a transitional housing resource for Veterans and their families.

Escape from everyday life…get back to nature… gaze at the stars… ahhhhh… sleeping outdoors is a thing. Americans spend $120-billion a year on outdoor recreation products, according to the Outdoor Industry Association. Pitching a tent in a forest is called camping. Pitching a tent in Iraq is called bivouacking. Pitching a tent under a bridge is called homelessness. One is fun, one is work, and one is desperation. Is tenting in winter a trendy new adventure? Homeless vets don’t call it that…they call it survival. Are there homeless vets? Where’s the outrage? Seriously, there are forgotten soldiers left to fend for themselves? Is anyone doing anything about this? Someone IS doing something… right in our midst. Habitat for Humanity Lapeer-Tuscola is intensely concerned about our homeless vets. So is the city of Vassar, Project Brotherhood Resolve, Home Depot, General Motors Care Group, and Local 598 Veterans Committee. Returning veterans lose a lot when they re-enter civilian life… community, structure, resources, jobs, supervision and, often, a

sense of direction. If they entered the military when they were 18-19 years old, they’ve never had to “do life” on their own. They joined an organization that is systematized and supportive in a macro way. It is a brotherhood and sisterhood that prides itself on watching out for each other. Rejoining mainstream, civilian life can be brutal.

Habitat for Humanity has an idea and it’s a good one. It’s called Veterans Build. Launched in 2013, Veterans Build is a concentrated and purposeful effort to address the housing needs of returning veterans. It is structured to empower veterans in their goal of achieving strength, stability and self-reliance.

LOOKING FOR A JOB IS THE FIRST THING ON THE RETURNING VETERAN’S LIST FOR OBVIOUS REASONS Looking for a job is the first thing on the returning veteran’s list for obvious reasons; they need money to pay for a place to live and sleep and eat. Assuming that you came back with a psyche that’s healthy enough to be able to jump back into “regular” life, what will you find? The same job market everyone else is struggling to navigate. A unique hurdle to clear…veterans’ skills and qualifications are often perceived as military-related and it can take a hiring manager an extra step to see their value as transferable to civilian needs. Veterans often feel out-of-theloop and, consequently, at a disadvantage when job searching. No job, no money...homelessness. Where to live?

Habitat for Humanity LapeerTuscola is on it! Executive Director Carolyn Nestor can hardly contain the excitement she feels about this particular program. The focus of the effort is straightforward. The No. 1 priority is to build safe, affordable housing. In some cases, instead of building homes from the ground up, existing homes are chosen for repair, maintenance and preservation with a goal of making them energy-efficient and affordable. Home Depot has committed to partnering with Habitat for Humanity. Together they have developed a Repair Corps program to offer Critical Home Repairs. Second, H4H assists with veterans’ INNOVATIVEHEALTHMAG.COM 45

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employment situations by capitalizing on skill sets learned during their time in military. For instance, veterans are recruited for positions as employees, board members, extended volunteers, National Service members, interns or fellows. Involvement as volunteers helps with re-entry into civilian life by forming relationships while collaborating with neighbors. Habitat for Humanity is making its Veterans Build an organization-wide effort by educating and sensitizing its own employees to think like veterans, understand the culture they come from, effectively interact. Financial and literacy programs are offered to increase veterans’ success as homeowners. Habitat for Humanity Lapeer-Tuscola is one of Michigan’s local chapters. It has enthusiastically leapt on board and is busy making a difference in veterans’ lives. One case in point is what’s happening on Lynn Street in Vassar, Mich. The city of Vassar donated a vacant house at 128 Lynn Street and is partnering with Habitat for Humanity LapeerTuscola, Project Brotherhood Resolve, General Motors Cares Group, and volunteers with Local 598 Veterans Committee to turn an old house into a wonderful home for returning veterans. Project Brotherhood Resolve’s sole mandate is to battle veterans’ suicides and homelessness. They have a vision…a goal of creating a Veterans Village for returning vets. They see this house

as the first home of many that will bring their Veterans Village to life. It will house eight veterans and will offer much more than just shelter. “They need some place to turn to. They’ve had no resources or anything in the past or a lot of them are afraid to ask and we need to get those resources out to them. We’re hoping it looks like someplace you’d want to come home to and to give them a home,” observed Gary Overzet, of WNEM.

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Nestor said the work on the Lynn house will be completed next year. “The evolution of Veterans Village will take several more,” she added. Homeless vets in Lapeer and Tuscola counties will be able to ditch their tents instead of pitching them. Work is underway. A place to live and thrive is being prepared.

ENROLL NOW

Be encouraged. From Acts 17:26—“He (the Lord) determined the times set for them and the exact places they should live,” cited Nestor. Veterans, you have not been forgotten.

For more information, to donate or to volunteer, call Carolyn Nestor at (810) 664-7111 Habitat for Humanity Lapeer-Tuscola 1633 N. Lapeer Rd. Lapeer, MI 48446 (810) 664-7111 www.lapeerhabitat.org hfhlapeertuscola@gmail.com INNOVATIVEHEALTHMAG.COM 47

DR NICOLE WAX,

smiles SPELLING ORTHODONTIST WITH AN OH!

INDUCING

IN THE ORTHODONTIST’S CHAIR

... AND ALL THROUGH THE COMMUNITY BY RICK MARSCHALL ///

ost people leave an orthodontist’s office, let’s say after their final visit, with a broad smile, perhaps for the first time in years, happy to share that toothy grin with the world. The practice of Dr. Nicole Wax, however, is one where many people smile broadly even before visiting. To read of the unique amenities – and a big heart for service – of the Linden orthodontist is a happy reassurance that your smile will be in good hands, but even more, the hands of an exceptional, loving, community servant. Among the unique – yes, if tooth be told, that is the appropriate word, unique – services. Dr. Wax announces up-front, are • Free Consultations • No Records Fees • After-school and Saturday Appointments • Low Down-payment Options • Flexible Financing • Flex Spending and Health Savings Accounts Accepted • Family and Teacher Discounts … and that’s before you step foot in the door of the office; which – by the way, inducing more smiles – is a large, streamlined, sparkling-clean, state-of-the-art showcase with recently opened new space. There are very few doctors or orthodontists who offer patient-friendly arrangements as

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Dr. Wax does. Patients needing care are also invited to name the monthly payment as well as the down payments they can afford. Plus, Dr. Wax sees every patient and makes sure that the whole family knows exactly what the treatment is and why it is needed The remarkable Dr. Wax is all about smiles… in every aspect of her practice, in every area of her career and life. The familyfeel of her staff at Dr. Wax Orthodontics reflects this commitment. “I say that nobody is too young to start a beautiful smile, and we recommend seeing people at around seven years old. But,” she says with a smile, “you can never be too old, either! We have treated people in their 70s.” More than being generally accommodating to all ages, Dr. Wax reaches out with specific invitations – innovative and unique. Every July she hosts a free mouth guard clinic. Parents just sign up and show up. The staff walk through all of the steps and there are fun games, pizza and prizes too. Do you want straight teeth but don’t want metal braces? That is completely possible at Dr. Wax Orthodontics because she is also a proud Diamond Plus provider of Invisalign, the popular new approach to straightened teeth – attractive smiles – that are taking the place of braces. She attends numerous courses each year to stay at the front of the ever-progressing field of orthodontics, and Invisalign is one of the greatest orthodontic technologies to date. “First, we scan your teeth with our digital scanner (no gooey mess), letting Invisalign know where the final position of your teeth should be. We take that information and Invisalign makes your clear aligners. “Just like braces, Invisalign can correct crowded teeth, spaces, deep bites, overbites, underbites, open bites, and protruded teeth,” Dr. Wax says. Plus, there are many other advantages of Invisalign. There are no food restrictions; you get to eat whatever you want, no pokey wires or broken brackets, less pain with tooth movement and no white spots—you can take your aligners out to brush and floss, so your teeth stay clean and beautiful. “We will give you several

weeks of aligners at a time, so you don’t have to see us every week – although we wouldn’t mind that!” she explains.

percent donated to animal causes. This year, Fenton’s Adopt-a-Pet agency was the beneficiary.

Dr. Wax recounts her background, having completed 11 years of college training to become an orthodontist. Her educational journey started when she graduated from Linden High School. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Physiology with a specialization in Bioethics, Humanities, and Society from Michigan State University. From MSU she moved to Columbus, Ohio for her dental training at the Ohio State University. After receiving her dental degree (Doctor of Dental Surgery) she moved back to Michigan to obtain her advanced post doctorate training at the University of Detroit-Mercy to become an Orthodontic Specialist with a Masters in Science.

“Lace Up for Learning” also raises funds. This 5K is a charity run (or walk) through downtown Linden supporting local schools. When participants sign up they designate a school that will receive a portion of the registrations. This past year there were thirty-six schools that received a check from Dr. Wax and they didn’t even have to do anything. Although, there is a popular spirit award that is an extra $500 bonus to the school with the most designations.

Dr. Wax decided to open her practice in Linden, MI to be near her family and to be able to serve the community she grew up in. She is astonishingly community-focused. “I feel blessed to be an orthodontist and to have the opportunity to positively affect the lives of others.” To that end, she is as active outside the office as in. “Change your Smile, Change a Life” was created between Dr. Wax and her staff to be the “brand” of her outreach efforts. This is a portion of every patient’s treatment fee is also donated back to local schools, organizations and charities. This year alone she has given beyond $50,000. Charity takes different forms, of course, but Dr. Wax does not merely write checks. She involves the community, encourages community participation in assistance and programs, and cultivates the community’s commitment to share concerns and solutions. Among the innovative events she has organized is not a walk or running event, nor is it a conventional race. “Paddles for Paws” is a kayak event on the Shiawassee River. Every August, approximately 200 kayakers and paddle-boarders assemble, bringing their own kayaks or using provided kayaks, they paddle their way down the river with fun, smiles, and satisfaction, knowing their registration fees are 100

State-of-the-art office and technologies. Committed orthodontist specialist and amazing staff. Care-giving to patients and the whole community. The list of organizations to which Dr. Wax belongs, or that benefit from her outreach, include: American Association of Orthodontists: Michigan Association of Orthodontists; Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists; American Dental Association; Michigan Dental Association; Genesee District Dental Society; Fenton Regional Chamber of Commerce; Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce; Swartz Creek Chamber of Commerce; BNI Network Connections of Fenton; Linden Boosters; and Grow Linden. “Smile and the world smiles with you” is an old saying, but old sayings are usually are the truest. In addition to the smiles Dr. Nicole Wax causes, improves, and maintains among her patients and the whole community, they all began with the cheery expression she shows the worldherself. A reflection of the generous and joyful spirit that is Dr. Wax’s ultimate trademark.

Dr.. Wax Orthodontics 123 N. Bridge Street, Suite 3 Linden MI 48451 Monday – Friday 8 am to 6 pm Saturday – 10 am to 2 pm https:waxortho.com www.facebook.com/waxortho 810.458.6188 INNOVATIVEHEALTHMAG.COM 49

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ebilitating fatigue, brain fog, and mysterious joint pain. Rashes, hives, and unexplained itching. Muscle weakness, rapid heartbeat, and diarrhea. These seemingly unrelated symptoms have become so common that they are accepted as normal. It seems that everyone is exhausted, stressed out, and anxious or depressed. Many people also suffer from food-triggered digestive issues. But common and normal are not the same thing. The body is not supposed to attack its own cells, tissues and organs, yet this is exactly what happens in autoimmune disease.

Some of the better-known autoimmune diseases include rheumatoid arthritis, type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis, ulcerative colitis, Hashimotoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s thyroiditis and lupus. The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) estimates that 50 million Americans (almost 1 in 5) suffer from one or more of the 140+ diseases classified as autoimmune. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approximately double the number of people who suffer from heart disease and four times the number of people affected by cancer. Further complicating the perplexing nature of these diseases, it is not always known whether autoimmune dysfunction is the cause or consequence of the presenting disease. For example, asthma and eczema are believed to be triggered by autoimmune conditions, yet seem to be surface problems. Mainstream medicine offers few solutions for autoimmune diseases, generally providing only palliative care. But at Oxford Recovery Center, we take a synergistic approach. Combining 50 IHM HEALTH & WELLNESS MAGAZINE

Christian Bogner, M.D., Medical Director

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hyperbaric oxygen therapy, nutrition coaching and medical consultation, we guide patients in restoring health. Readers should be aware of the role of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) in treating autoimmune conditions. HBOT can be a powerful tool for treating autoimmune diseases. HBOT is a clinical treatment where the patient breathes 100 percent oxygen while enclosed in a hyperbaric oxygen chamber at a pressure greater than one and a half (1.5 ata) atmosphere. At pressures greater than normal, the body can incorporate more oxygen into blood cells, blood plasma, cerebrospinal fluid and other body fluids. The increased oxygen absorption experienced during HBOT boosts stem cell production 800 percent and enhances the body’s ability to heal itself. Known effects of HBOT include reduced inflammation, healing of infections and repair of damaged tissues. Raising oxygen levels in tissues where they have been lowered due to illness or injury encourages blood vessel growth, reduces swelling and supports the immune system. These effects provide significant symptomatic relief and delay or decrease progression of disease.

COMBINING HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY, NUTRITION COACHING AND MEDICAL CONSULTATION, WE GUIDE PATIENTS IN RESTORING HEALTH.

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There is no single best lifestyle and diet for autoimmune disease. Each individual must learn how specific foods affect their symptoms, find foods that promote healing, and eliminate those that destroy their health.

Doctors don’t agree on which diseases fall under the autoimmune umbrella and how to treat them. Medical testing should be approached with the understanding that autoimmune disease is complex and multilayered. A medical professional who knows how to look for root causes of disease offers the best hope for recovery. A variety of factors influence health and disease, including genetics, environmental toxin exposures, vitamin deficiencies, infection, stress and sleep. Testing is often the only way to quantify and understand these confounding factors so that an appropriate treatment strategy may be designed.

In deciding how to deal with an autoimmune disease or a collection of symptoms that point to a related condition, trust your inner guidance. Articles or therapies often cross our paths for a reason. At the same time, it is prudent to determine if they are right for us by doing further research. Knowledge is power. Read, learn and ask questions. Restoring your health can be a joyful process, especially with support from caring professionals.

Nutrition plays an important role in autoimmune disorders, which are exacerbated by disorders of the gut. They are also very responsive to dietary changes. When individuals suffering from autoimmune diseases implement healing diets, improvements (often dramatic) in physical and psychological health result.

At Oxford Recovery Center, the medical team is constantly researching and innovating to determine approaches that will help patients restore health. With millions of Americans affected by autoimmune diseases, we’ve developed protocols for best outcomes, which include HBOT, genetic testing, medical consultation and nutrition coaching.

Founded in 2008, Oxford Recovery Center is an innovative therapy organization that promotes healing through a variety of research-based therapies tailored to individual needs. While traditional therapies limit people to living with their condition, Oxford’s therapies promote healing and recovery. Oxford offers a variety of programs that strive to create a lifestyle of wellness, improved health and quality of life, including hyperbaric oxygen therapy, nutrition coaching, medical consultations and laboratory testing.

The Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) is a sophisticated elimination diet where foods known to cause inflammation and immune dysregulation are avoided, while nutrientdense foods that support the body in healing itself are consumed. The AIP is composed of both an elimination phase and a reintroduction phase. Beginning such an intense diet can be overwhelming. Support from a nutrition coach can make the difference between frustration and success.

The World Health Organization defines health as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. It is empowering to know that we can take charge of our own health. While there are no magic bullets, what we choose to eat, how we manage stress, and the healing modalities we select for ourselves and our families play a huge role in our health and well-being.

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Dorian Jackson has always had tremendous vision and foresight when it comes to economic development and job placement, but his devotion to investing in people is where his true passion lies. As founder of Elite Career Solutions, Dorian and his dynamic team of associates, Brandi Natale, Ameer Rutherford, Teri Braddock and Matt Telliga, work around the clock, providing a multitude of services focused on providing positive avenues for those faced with employment challenges. Some of these services include: vocational training, soft skills development, frequent resume development, e-tech workshops, job coaching, life coaching, youth mentoring, and career exploration courses. Headquartered in Flint, Mich., a community that has faced considerable economic barriers, Elite Career Solutions is committed to providing tools and training for successful job placement. Elite Career Solutions also has offices both in Detroit and East Lansing on the Michigan State University campus, home to the evolve program, a key location for the team to work directly with students. Dorian spent the better part of two decades devoted to the economic development of Genesee County while working

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at both Mott Community College’s Office of Workforce Development, and the Flint Housing Commission. During his time at these two organizations, Dorian desired to implement a career development program that encouraged individual approach while serving the underprivileged. This was the foundation for the creation of Elite Career Solutions. Elite has experienced steady growth while establishing itself as a premier service provider for Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS), Michigan State University/ Bosco Program, Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC), Community Ventures, and Michigan Eastern District Federal Probation. Given his diverse background and life experiences, Dorian is able to connect with a wide range of clients with various economic and social barriers, enabling them to successfully navigate their own career pathways by teaching them skills, and facilitating internships and career placements. There is no question that career development is a key component to self-sufficiency and long-term sustainability. Elite Career Solution’s respire program enables clients to re-enter the mainstream of society. The comprehensive program provides participants with wrap-around career services that better enable them to be more purposedriven citizens. By working with

Elite Career Solution’s respire program enables clients to re-enter the mainstream of society. probation and parole agents, caseworkers, and various community partners, returning citizens are given the chance to lead more productive lives. Dorian and his team work diligently to assist their clients to overcome social deficiencies and each service is tailored

to the most vulnerable— many clients even falling on the autism spectrum. When given the right tools and services, stability becomes a snowball effect. Stable heads of households lead to stable families, neighbors and communities.

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A TRUE STORY ABOUT

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Shaista Kazmi, President and Founder of Apna Ghar LLC, speaking for an event.

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///BY SAMANA SHEIKH

rowing up, everyone has a dream to become a super hero and help humanity. Heroes come in all shapes and sizes and people seem to forget that the elderly need attention; they need proper care and most importantly, love from family and friends.

Shaista Kazmi, the owner of Apna Ghar LLC, wanted to help improve caregiving within the elderly community after her own father needed proper attention and had a tough time. Kazmi was frustrated by the subpar services her dad received through local caregiving agencies. She felt like there was a language barrier, the staff was not prepared, there were different caregivers each week, they lacked proper training and they were unnecessarily expensive. Therefore, her idea for a company that provided comfortable caregiving was established.

don’t understand what families are going through.”

Caregiver helping a client

Apna Ghar LLC is the first womanowned senior care agency to serve elderly ethnic minorities. Its primary goals are affordable pricing, quality care, and hiring caregivers that are bilingual to speak to patients and their families if English is a secondary language. The caretakers provide services such as meal planning, preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, medication reminders and companionship. In addition, the company provides home care in short-term and longterm facilities. In Michigan, the Plymouth Inn Assisted Living, Notting Hill of West Bloomfield and Ciena Healthcare Community offers these specific services. Kazmi also invented the unique Peace of Mind Visit program. Clients receive a short visit each day to help with bathing assistance, meal preparation, medication reminders, getting out of or in to bed, and “check-ins.” There is a rise and shine service where caregivers can check in the morning to make sure patients have taken their morning medications and fix them breakfast. There is also a turn-down service to make sure your loved one has taken their evening medications, do light dinner prep, and help turn down their room for bedtime. “I wanted to help people that were having a hard time with finances and dealing with healthcare,” Kazmi stated. “Larger healthcare agencies

Although, the company’s main location is in West Bloomfield Township, Mich., the caretakers stem from a variety of cities in the state including; Hamtramck, Detroit, Canton, Dearborn, Sterling Heights and Commerce Township. Also, the clientele in Michigan focuses on serving individuals from Detroit and the suburbs surrounding the main city.

Despite language being a crucial barrier, cultural and ethnic differences also impacted Kazmi’s family. “I remember caregivers would try and talk to my mom while she was praying,” Kazmi stated. “In our religion, prayer is sacred and we

KAZMI WENT ON TO MENTION HOW IT’S EASIER FOR A FAMILY TO COMMUNICATE WITH CARETAKERS IN THEIR NATIVE LANGUAGE

Kazmi went on to mention how it’s easier for a family to communicate with caretakers in their native language. “Personally, communication was such a major obstacle I had to deal with,” Kazmi said. “When a person speaks your native tongue, it helps you ease in to comfort, establishing a personal bond. The caregivers I was provided when I had to help my dad just did not know how to talk to my father or ease the anxiety.” Therefore, to provide extra comfort to help struggling families, live-in care is also an option residents can choose, where caregivers are available to provide 24-hour coverage. However, the company has a policy that caregivers must receive eight hours of sleep per night, also appropriate breaks if needed. This service provides up to seven days per week indefinitely. “Our staff is welcoming and very friendly,” Kazmi stated. ”They love helping people, and want to hear new stories each day to help relate to their client as much as they can.”

cannot talk while we pray. They wouldn’t understand if they could touch something they weren’t allowed to touch, which caused my mother to get irritated.” Therefore, Kazmi spent hours coming up with various ways in her company to tackle any obstacles her family personally faced. Apna Ghar LLC is slowly spreading to different states including Illinois and New Jersey. Kazmi’s dream is to eventually ease the comfort in families already stressed with elderly care. However, the most important aspect is to ensure that the client is always happy, loved and cared for to the best ability that Apna Ghar LLC can provide.

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ORTHOTECH PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS

MIKE BUGG , A MAN WHOSE PROSTHETICS INCLUDE LEGS, FEET, BRACES... AND SMILES /// BY RICK MARSCHALL

“You don’t have a leg to stand on.” We have all heard that expression – implying hopelessness, the odds stacked against you. For some people it is not irony, but a rough lifechallenge, physical truth as well as emotional crisis. The same is true for amputees in all situations. A Michigan man, however, is turning that metaphor on its head. Mike Bugg is that man, seemingly more than one man who is bringing hope, health, and happiness to amputees. He is an innovator, a service-minded charity-giver, a designer and builder of orthotics, a teacher, a pediatric specialist, the recipient of awards in his field. As the owner of Orthotech Prosthetics & Orthotics with four locations in the state (at the moment), his other titles are Nice Guy, and Mike Who Goes the Extra Mile. Formally, his titles and licenses read Orthotist, Prosthetist, and Certified Pedorthotist (one of three in the state, specializing in children’s challenges). Mike is involved in the fabrication of pro-active equipment, too, making face masks for the Detroit Pistons and knee braces for the Detroit Lions. 58 IHM HEALTH & WELLNESS MAGAZINE

Unless you have lost a limb in battle or an accident or from birth or other cause, you might find it impossible to understand the problems facing the necessity of needing orthotics – a prosthetic leg or arm. It is not a matter of “merely” getting used to balance, or inconveniences. Mike lists some of the many challenges that his patients face – and how he is mindful that every one of them is different in myriads ways. “In fact, many people are different through the years – as kids grow up, adults age, and bodies change.” Chafing, sores, ulcers, factors with height and weight, lifestyles, changing activities… all factor into the fine-tuning of proper approaches and individual needs. As much as anyone not needing orthotics can empathize, Mike Bugg knows his patients. His grandfather was a military veteran and an amputee, and his father worked for a prosthetic company, ultimately rising to management of a large operation. Mike worked there, too, also advancing from routine duties to management. But then he struck out on his own in 1999. … and he made Orthotech Prosthetics & Orthotics his own company, no doubt, with his own visions and standards. Born in Michigan, his first desire was to serve the needs in his community. From one office, he has expanded to four, and is not against the idea of growing beyond the state. Although he personally designs and fabricates the prosthetics – winning unsolicited praises from his patients – his first goal in every case is service. He has

...he personally designs and fabricates the prosthetics – winning unsolicited praises from his patients – his first goal in every case is service. had patients come from as far away as California; and one patient who endured an ill-fitting leg from another supplier for seven years had his need met in a day. “You gave me my life back!” the man said. That man’s story is not unique, but typical at Orthotech Prosthetics & Orthotics. Mike remembers that the man showed up at the office on a Thursday. “I took measurements and he answered

all questions,” Mike remembers, “and he walked out at 5:00 the next day. He told me he was so comfortable that he went shopping at WalMart that weekend!” His approaches and innovations, and putting the latest technologies to work, parallel Mike’s commitment to service; and illustrate his modesty and his “heart.” He sometimes starts his day at 5 a.m. and often goes home at 10 at night. Mike does not brag – he keeps asking INNOVATIVEHEALTHMAG.COM 59

the interviewer to discuss individual patients and unique problems that were overcome instead – but it is not out of place to relate what staffers and patients have said about Orthotech Prosthetics & Orthotics. You will not find these stories all over his website, but the remarkable Mike Bugg seems like a one-man Shriner’s or St Jude’s Hospital, to cite two examples most people know about caregiving. He often travels to patients’ homes if they cannot make it to one of the offices. (House calls in 2018?) He has been known to creatively help patients with extreme needs and in extreme distress, perhaps financial distress. In a business where insurance companies are confronted with bills for “re-dos,” perhaps after years (and which seldom are covered), or when patients often face

new rounds of fittings… Mike has been known to absorb the work and costs. There are suppliers who provide prosthetics as if “one size fits all,” but never Mike Bugg. Every patient can expect a consultation and a fitting. Mike and his staff do anything and everything to make even minor problems right. “After all the attention we provide,” Mike explains, “I want the patient to actually feel like they have had a role in building that leg. Because they do!” There have been times that someone visits an office of Orthotech Prosthetics & Orthotics at 3 p.m. “At 10 the next morning,” Mike says, “they might have three legs waiting for them, and they have a one-month trial to be as ‘right’ as possible!” Service and superb craftsmanship. Upto-date facilities and a staff with a family ethos. Mike is no less proud of two other aspects of the work he does: “I feel like I am in the business of encouragement and education.” Patients might limp in and walk out; but they never just walk out. At Orthotech Prosthetics & Orthotics every patient will understand everything about their new prosthesis. “If they aspire to run in a race, or be a top finisher in the Baja 500 Motorcycle competition [which one of his patients accomplished] I help them go for it!” “I can enable people to have better lives. I love serving vets, too. To know I can put a smile on somebody’s face… that’s what it’s all about!” What motivates a man like Mike Bugg? He prays every day (“You’ve gotta have faith!”) and is one of those people who simply radiates compassion. It easy to say that he draws inspiration from the smiles and compliments. But many of his patients had been to many other places and had instances of dissatisfaction. “Anyone seeking prosthetic legs can obtain basis prosthetics somewhere, but

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we offer completely customized designs that fit you perfectly. For me to know that, is what keeps me going.” Not an empty boast – not even a boast, really, when Mike Bugg says it. It is a way of life for him, and the way of doing business, serving people, at Orthotech Prosthetics & Orthotics. Innovative Health Magazine is inspired to work with amazing partners who change lives of incredible people around them. Like Mike Bugg of Orthotech Prosthetics & Orthotics. In an upcoming issue we will focus more on this remarkable place… or four places, and growing. We are grateful to catch him when we can! When he is not busy meeting with patients, fabricating prosthetics, or visiting patients, he can be found lecturing on traveling with prosthetics; cerebral palsy; serial casting; foot plating; or other matters. Or bringing along another generation, his son Mike. Or tending to his only hobby, raising beef cattle. But you’ll find him – and Orthotech Prosthetics & Orthotics – in an upcoming issue of Innovative Health Magazine, spotlighting some of the actual stories from actual patients, young and old. Prepare to be even more inspired.

I Orthotech Prosthetics & Orthotics www.orthotechllc.com Follow us on Facebook & Twitter 2254, South M–30 West Branch, MI 48661 989.343.0999 4725 Wenmar Dr. Saginaw, MI 48604 989.791.1680 4511 Miller Road Flint, MI 48507 810.230.6688 6240 W Main St Cass City, MI 48726 989.912.2100

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HOPE VICTIMS OF LABOR AND SEX TRAFFICKING BEING RESTORED

/// BY DEBBIE HARDY

AGAINST TRAFFICKING

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uman trafficking, for labor or sex, is more prevalent than you may think. And those caught in these traps need help to escape and return to normal life. The term “human trafficking” includes domestic activity where little or no transportation is required. It is a modern-day form of slavery, widespread throughout the U.S. and occurs around almost every corner, even in Michigan. This issue is more prevalent than we’d like to believe: • In March 2015, Michigan was ranked No. 2 by the FBI for human trafficking sex trade behind only Nevada. • Statistics show that there are 1,200 women in the metro Detroit area trapped in this life. • Toledo has been ranked as the 4th largest city in the U.S. for human trafficking. • Most of these women became victims between the ages of 12 and 14, and many suffered child abuse as well. There is little chance of escaping this life. Of those who try to get out, 90 percent return to the street through force or survival, or are killed. But there is hope. Hope Against Trafficking is a 24-month residential program that provides restorative housing and comprehensive services focused on physical, mental, emotional and economic transformation. This program in southeast Michigan is a seedling of the successful Magdalene / Thistle Farms model in Nashville. There, roughly 3/4 of the women who made it through the first six months of the program were drug-free and pursuing

education and employment two years later—a percentage unrivaled by any treatment center.

the fight against human trafficking and is presented by Monarch Wings, a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization.

In the 20 years of Magdalene/Thistle Farms’ existence, they’ve achieved a remarkable 84 percent success rate. They transform survivors into self-sufficient individuals with hope for their future, as well as establishing successful social enterprises that have empowered and equipped women with key skills.

You can get involved in transforming lives in various ways: • Join a Volunteer Team • Donate professional services: IT/ networking, photography, art, marketing, graphics and design, administration, medical/nursing, counseling, etc. • Volunteer to transport survivors to appointments • Mentor and encourage a survivor • Donate job and life skills development services: computers, cooking, budgeting, cleaning, gardening, GED tutor, speaking coach, resume writing, Bible studies, parenting, exercise classes, etc.

This model is not a halfway house or treatment center, but a community where the best evidence-based social work is paired with a spiritual community of sisterhood for life that gives women a safe place to heal. Hope Against Trafficking is anticipating the same results in Southeast Michigan, claiming to create a safe place for victims. The organization is built upon the premise that love transforms, and it’s love that allows human trafficking survivors to rebuild, rediscover and rewrite the stories their lives. On September 30, Hope Against Trafficking held an open house to bring together volunteers, supporters and partners, and share with them the excitement and privilege of welcoming women home. Their first home provides a haven for the transformation of five survivors; the second home—16 survivors! Some ways to identify a child or adult victim are listed on Hope Against Trafficking’s website at https:// hopeagainsttrafficking.org/identifya-victim-2/. To help or report a victim of human trafficking, call the National Human Trafficking Resource Center 24/7 at 1.888.373.7888. Hope Against Trafficking is a Southeast Michigan-based campaign in support of

You can also help financially: • Become a fundraiser • Have your company become a corporate sponsor • Host a fundraiser event • Invite Hope Against Trafficking to speak at your next event • Donate monthly or one time • Sponsor a project • And the list goes on It’s good to know that there is hope, even in the ugliness of human trafficking.

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CHARITIES BENEFIT FROM PRO GOLFERS

THE ALLY CHALLENGE Presented by McLaren /// BY DEBBIE HARDY

id you know that Michigan boasts one of the premier professional golf tournaments in the country? And it premiered just this year. In September, Warwick Hills Golf and Country Club in Grand Blanc, Mich., hosted 78 professional golfers, 900 volunteers, and thousands of golf fans for the inaugural Ally Challenge Presented by McLaren. This 54-hole stroke play golf tournament featured 78 PGA TOUR Champions golfers competing for a $2-million purse. The event was designed to showcase the best golf on the PGA TOUR Champions circuit for the enjoyment of spectators and for the benefit of local charities in the greater Flint area. After four days of play, Paul Broadhurst emerged from a star-studded leaderboard as the winner, achieving a score of 201, 15 under par, earning his fifth PGA TOUR Champions title. Second place was held by Brandt Jobe, with a score of 203, 13 under par. “The overwhelming success of the inaugural tournament confirmed the value associated with the return of professional golf to this region,” said Phil Incarnati, president and CEO of McLaren Health Care. “We are delighted with the response from the golf professionals, the thousands of golf fans, area businesses and sponsors as well as the community-at-large

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The tournament generated millions for charity and the local economy. The Ally Challenge presented by McClaren continued the PGA TOUR’s philanthropic focus by designating net proceeds from the tournament to benefit four qualified 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations in the greater Flint area that provide individuals and the community with increased access to vital services, education and resources.

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in engaging with this tournament and embracing its benefits.”

THIS 54-HOLE STROKE PLAY GOLF TOURNAMENT FEATURED 78 PGA TOUR CHAMPIONS GOLFERS COMPETING FOR A $2-MILLION PURSE.

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The four charities are:

• The Ally Challenge presented by McLaren, which partners with the Community Foundation of Greater Flint to establish post-secondary scholarships for Flint students.

Speaking on next year’s tournament, Tournament Director Chris Coffman said, “We certainly have a solid foundation to build on. We are most excitedly looking forward to 2019 and beyond.”

• The Community Foundation of Greater Flint, which serves the common good in Genesee County, building a strong community by engaging people in philanthropy and developing the community’s permanent endowment—now and for generations to come.

• Midnight Golf Program, whose mission is to improve under-served young adults’ personal development, educational preparedness and appreciation of the game of golf. The Program teaches life skills, college preparation, community activism, financial literacy and how to play golf.

The second annual Ally Challenge presented by McLaren will be September 9-15, 2019. Make plans now to volunteer, attend, or watch the tournament on The Golf Channel, where all three rounds will be televised.

• Junior Achievement of Southeastern Michigan, which has been serving K-12 students in this region since 1949. Each year, JASEM serves over 50,000 students from throughout the region—more than 50 percent of them from the city of Detroit.

“The first Ally Challenge was by all measures a great success and we can’t wait to repeat that success next year,” said Andrea Brimmer, chief marketing and public relations officer at Ally. “We were so gratified to see the pride and the turnout from the community.”

I The Ally Challenge Presented by McLaren 117 N. First St., Ste. 100 Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (734) 678.0122 CCoffman@TheAllyChallenge.com theallychallenge.com

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CANCER IS A WORD, NOT A SENTENCE

A CANCER JOURNEY:

ONE STEPAT ATIME /// BY DEBBIE HARDY

CANCER. I HATE IT.

When my husband was diagnosed, I had no idea what we were facing. So I searched the internet and my local bookstore for some guidance. Not only was I overwhelmed, I was also inundated with medical terms I didn’t understand. Through a lot of reading, experience, and trial and error, I learned how to care for my husband Bryan. After he died, I was encouraged to write down what I did so others could benefit from it. The result was a book, Stepping Through Cancer: A Guide for the Journey, which includes tips for patients and caregivers to learn what to expect and how to handle it. Here are some of the tips included in the book. I hope they will help you or your loved one if you are faced with having to travel this road. 1. Fill a tote bag to keep by the front door. When you go to doctor’s appointments, treatments, or the Emergency Room, you’ll have all the things you need. Include the patient’s ID and health care card, a water bottle, snacks, change for a vending machine, a sweater for that freezing waiting room, a book of crossword puzzles or Sudoku to keep you busy, a book to read, and a notebook to write down what transpires. 68 IHM HEALTH & WELLNESS MAGAZINE

2. Prepare a notebook to keep all the info in one place. Include sections for the patient’s info, oncologist’s and other medical personnel’s info, friends’ and family’s contact info, questions to ask the doctor at the next appointment, notes about treatment and doctor’s suggestions. Also include a wish list of things you’ll do when the cancer is in remission, something to look forward to. 3. Slow down. Your brain has a lot to deal with, so don’t push it. Drive slower, even if other drivers honk at

you. Take your time preparing meals. I cut myself often and burned my fingers on pans, trying to hurry. Cut yourself some slack. Don’t expect to accomplish all that you normally do. And that’s okay. Concentrate on what’s important and let the rest go. 4. Write things down. Your memory is overloaded now, so don’t expect to remember everything. Take notes at every appointment, every treatment, even at home. This will help when you’re trying to remember what the doctor said. As you think

LEFT] Debbie Hardy and her husband Bryan in healthy times. BELOW] Bryan a month before he died, with the ‘67 Mustang he spent six years restoring.

of a question to ask at your next appointment, write it down so you don’t forget it. And write down your feelings through all of this. Who knows? You might write a book like I did, and help thousands of others on their cancer journey. 5. Share with others what you’re going through. A friend’s husband was dying of cancer, but she didn’t tell anyone. When he passed away, she had no support system to help her through her grief. On the other hand, I sent emails twice a week to anyone interested and let them know what Bryan was going through and how we were dealing with it. They offered help while he was alive, and after he passed, the ordeal was a little easier for me. 6. Let others help you; and ask for help if you need it. You can’t do everything, even if you are Superman or Superwoman. When a friend calls and says, “Let me know what I can do for you,” give them some ideas. I had friends mow my grass, bring meals so I didn’t have to cook, stay with Bryan while I went to the grocery store, and clean my bathrooms. But I had to tell them what I needed. Don’t be embarrassed to ask. If they are true friends, they’ll come through. 7. Learn all you can about the disease and its treatment. Knowledge is power, so strengthen yourselves for the journey. Once you know what to expect, you’ll feel more in control. Our oncologist sent Bryan for a PET scan, assuring us it would be like a CAT scan. He didn’t say that it would take two hours, and that I’d be freezing in the waiting room with nothing to drink and only old magazines to pass the time. I later learned to take a sweater, a water bottle, and a book every time Bryan had an appointment.

8. Sleep when you can. Cancer doesn’t have a schedule, so your rest may be interrupted. It’s almost like having a newborn in the house. You have to be awake whenever they are, so sleep when they do. Like flight attendants tell you on a plane ride, put on your own oxygen mask before you try to help someone else. 9. Laugh. And then laugh some more. Humor is very healing and can ease pain, so stay away from cop shows, news before bedtime, movies with bad guys, and sad stories. Stick with comedies and romances so you get positive vibes. You’ll be surprised how much easier it is to fall asleep this way. 10. Stay positive. As Tim Allen’s character says in the movie Galaxy Quest, “Never give up; never surrender.” Winston Churchill might have said something similar, but Galaxy Quest is more fun. Your brain

tells your body how to function, so have it send positive thoughts. It’s not easy, but you can decide every morning to be positive. Cancer is no longer the insurmountable nightmare it once was. It’s just a word, not a sentence. More and more patients are surviving and flourishing, so don’t give up. And take that journey one step at a time.

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EMPLOYMENT”

YOU CAN MAKE HAPPEN

WHENMARKETING YOURSELFBECOMES

YOUR NEW JOB BY DEBORAH VANCE /// PROFESSIONAL RESUME COACH

All of us, whether we make $20,000 per year or $300,000, live with the same existential reality—if we can’t meet our basic needs, we are pretty much stranded until we figure out a way to make that happen. People who make a lot of money lose their jobs too. It is an equal-opportunity dilemma when the bottom falls out and we find ourselves in a desperate situation. I write resumes for people, and coach people who want to “sell” themselves in their current field, or new ones. These are not minor challenges, because our jobs are often what satisfy our lowest, most basic needs. And any disruption can cause the entire structure to be shaken. A theory called the Maslow Hierarchy of Needs argues that our jobs are important to our psychological well-being. After all, they can affect all areas of our lives beyond a weekly paycheck. The theory proposes that our “lower” needs must be met before we can move up to our “higher” needs. I want to share some very practical tips about writing resumes, an 70 IHM HEALTH & WELLNESS MAGAZINE

important step on the road to healthy employment and a secure sense of well-being. Some people find themselves plummeting toward despair when they lose a job. So, what then are you to do? Find another job—an immediate impulse. But… what if you didn’t like what you were doing? What if losing your job is a good thing; apart from the interrupted income, was it a blessing in disguise? Gather yourself in a saner moment and try to consider the possibilities. Be brave, open up your thinking, and generate new thought about what’s happening in the job market. Think positively…it will energize you. FINDING A JOB THAT WORKS FOR YOU First, make a list of what you’re good at (communication, organization, management), what assets you have (degrees, certifications, IT skills), what you actually like to do and don’t like to do (behind the

scenes/support work, front line responsibilities, working with people, not working with people). Then go online and start searching for anything that sounds interesting to you and matches your list. You might be surprised at what comes up that you never thought of. Save any job postings that remotely interest you—even if they’re not jobs to which you will actually apply. Let the description of duties act as a guide to fine-tune your goal of finding work that feeds your body and soul. MARKETING YOURSELF IS YOUR NEW JOB RIGHT NOW! A good resume used to be enough. It is still the best way of organizing and presenting yourself to an employer, but consider the following.

Today, we are living at a great time for communication. Online connections are seamless and efficient. Websites have been created to facilitate the meshing of jobhunters with job-seekers. Fast Company Magazine reported that 87 percent of recruiters use LinkedIn to vet candidates during the hiring process; titles and years of experience are no longer the most important factors in today’s world. What is important then? Skills and a record or aptitude for results. Experience is good, but “what can you do for me today?” If your resume is full of titles as a way of presenting yourself, you could hit a brick wall online. Enthusiasm and the ability to stay current is a big deal. Start sentences with action verbs; use strong, specific words.

or, if you are interested in social work: “A creative and compassionate heart and mind combined with a pragmatic approach to organization and problem-solving has led to success in nonprofit ventures.” Summary of Qualifications….a compact, two-column list of specific skills/ qualifications (tab over to create the second column). Use the job description from the posting to make sure you include everything you’ve done that’s relevant. (Avoid clichés – e.g., team player; people person).

THINK LIKE A HIRING MANAGER The only thing more exhausting than looking for a job is possibly going through piles of applications trying to find the perfect candidate. What would you like to see if you were wading through hundreds of resumes? Clear, short, easy-to-read lines of information… no long meandering strings of words. Help them find you!

Professional Experience / Work History… a chronology of what you’ve been doing lately. Hiring managers do not like gaps in time sequences, so be prepared to account for them if you have any. Using concrete numbers will increase your likelihood of being hired by 40.2 percent, according to Jared Lindzon of Fast Company. Saying you’re a “leader” doesn’t tell them anything unless you show how you led your team to, say, 120 percent achievement of quota. Recruiters are looking for measurable success. Be specific but brief.

Here is a template to use for a typical, and good, resume:

Your Education, Certifications, Licenses, Continuing Ed

Name on top JOHN E DOE Address, Phone(s), Email, Twitter, LinkedIn Description of job you’re interested in: Qualified for; Seeking Position in: [name a specific position, using job postings as a guide] Short blurb about yourself…this is optional but it’s a way to add personality. For example, if you grew up on a farm you could say: “Growing up on a farm required resourcefulness and hard work… I thrive on learning and being productive.”

Networking…it’s not what you know, but who you know. Sad but true. If you’re not a natural networker, get out there and start letting people know that you’re available! Have some simple business cards made up (name, job position you’re interested in, phone, e-mail, LinkedIn) to hand to anyone who might be able to connect you with a job. Cold-call any companies in your area that you’d like to work for. Tips for the Interview: You will almost always be asked what your weakness is. Think of something that you can flip to a positive. For example, if you tend to run right up against deadlines, cutting it really close (weakness?) flip it to

“I’m a person who really sweats the details and can get a little obsessive. But I realize that.” Or if you are a talker (weakness?) flip it to, “I’m a communicator and like to network.” If you’re asked a question you don’t understand or don’t know how to answer, ask interviewer to rephrase it. Gets him/her talking and helps you know what he/she is looking for. Appearance: Good haircut and dark (black, brown or navy) jacket, sport coat or sweater. Finally, some helpful statistics: • Applications received on Mondays are 46 percent more likely to result in an interview than those received on Fridays. • Applying within four days of the job posting can improve your interview chances by 64.7 percent. • Applying between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. results in an additional 89 percent boost! The moral of this story: the early bird gets the worm. Stay ahead of hiring manager fatigue. Over the last 15 years, I have written hundreds of resumes for CEOs, CFOs, medical assistants, IT professionals, newly released prisoners, prison guards, city managers, teachers, college grads, etc. No matter who you are or at what level, writing a resume and searching for a job is always about where you’ve been and where you want to go. Finding someone you trust to help you clarify and articulate the specifics will be the most valuable thing you do. Believe in yourself! There is a great job waiting for you.

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS IN A TEACUP ///BY PENELOPE CARLEVATO, R.N.

For years, tea and herbs were the main source of helping sooth that upset tummy or a sore throat. During that time, people did not have the luxury of medicine to provide instant relief for a headache or sore muscles. Instead, herbs and tonics were the go-to source for relief. Many people still use old remedies made from herbs and spices passed down from generation to generation in the form of a hot drink. Their afternoons included tea time—daily diets of the wealthy and poor. In today’s world of chemical wonders, tea still has a prominent place in providing relief. The leaves that revitalize and restore health are from the Camellia Senesis bush, a member of the evergreen family that thrives best in fertile hilly regions. Tea is very economical, yielding 300 cups of tea per pound, and is second to water as the most consumed beverage in the world. It is one of the few drinks that has no sodium, no fat, no carbohydrates, no sugar and no calories, unless you add sugar or other additives. Tea includes four varieties: green, black, white, and oolong. Taking tea hot or cold does not change the chemical content or benefits of tea. Scientific research acclaims that tea has incredible health benefits. Tea is rich with natural flavonoids and polyphenols that contain phenolic compounds called catechins. These catechins help in the prevention of oxidative stress, modify carcinogen metabolism, and can prevent damage to our DNA molecules. The catechins in tea can have a preventative effect on cancer, heart disease, cholesterol, clogged arteries, strokes, auto-immune diseases and cognitive issues. Real tea must contain leaves from the Camellia Senesis plant in order to be called “tea.” Herbal “teas” are products of fruits, flowers, leaves, bark, seeds, or roots from plants other than the tea plant. These drinks are tisanes or infusions and are usually caffeine free. A tisane is simply a cup of “tea” made from something else other than a tea leaf.

All tea from the Camellia Senesis bush, including green tea, has caffeine. Contrary to popular belief, tea does not have more caffeine than coffee. A cup of tea will contain about 50 mg of caffeine, while the same size cup of coffee will have almost 200 mg of caffeine. Tea is also a natural source of fluoride and will protect teeth from dental cavities. Both teas and tisanes (or infusions) have many health benefits, plus being a tasty beverage to drink. What kind of tea should I drink? Black tea, green tea, or one of the tea infusions? All good choices, but remember, only the leaves from the Camellia Senesis plant count as tea and will have the benefits of the flavonoids. Caffeine-free infusions, (herbal teas) also give healing benefits in a wide variety of ways. Many of the herbal infusions contain minerals and vitamin complexes that are good for our health. Some can be used cool as topical astringents. Even though herbs are natural, check that your medications won’t interact in a negative way with the herbal tea you choose. • Peppermint is easy to grow, and can help clear a stuffy nose, constipation or an upset stomach. • Rooibos is a naturally sweet tea made from a South African Red Bush. It is rich in vitamins and minerals and can help with tension and headaches. • Ginger tea helps with motion sickness and is especially beneficial after surgery and for headaches. • Chamomile has a calming and antiinflammatory effect and is helpful for those with insomnia. • Rosehips are the fruits from the rose plant and a great source of Vitamin C. • Lavender teas can help with depression and help decrease fevers. • Lemon balm is said to help with brain

function and also relieves cold sores. • Hibiscus flower helps lower blood pressure, and because it is rich in Vitamin C helps strengthen the immune system. • Yerba Mate is full of antioxidants and vitamins and is said useful in weight loss. • Pu-erh is a tea category all its own, but boasts of being able to relax stomach muscles and relieves bloating. Herbal infusions should be made with water that has just come to a boil. If the water is too hot, it will destroy some of the precious and essential oils that account for their health benefits. Always read the labels and avoid those infusions with artificial flavorings. A new finding for brewing infusions is letting them steep for longer periods of time than you would a tea. • Tea and herbal infusions can also provide inexpensive beauty aids. Here are some quick remedies for everyday uses for tea bags: • Reduce dark circles and puffy eyelids by placing used bags of tea on your eyelids. • Relieve the sting in sunburns with cold compresses of tea bags that help to relieve the redness and pain. • Curb smelly feet by placing tea bags inside your shoes. Soak your feet in a solution of cooled tea as it helps stop the spread of bacteria and fungus. • Condition dry hair by making a quart of warm tea as a final rinse after shampooing. • Soothe and dry a rash by dipping a cotton ball into strong brewed tea and dab on the affected area. Repeat as necessary. • Soak garments in a tea bath to create an “antique” look for tablecloths or other linens and lace. Steep in strong tea solution for 20 minutes. • Put used tea leaves around your rose bushes to give nutrients to the root.

Reduce dark circles and puffy eyelids by placing used bags of tea on your eyelids.

MAKING THE PERFECT CUP OF TEA... 1I 2I

Always start with fresh cold water in your tea kettle. Warm your teapot by swirling a small amount of boiling water in it or fill teapot with hot tap water and pour out just before the water in the tea kettle comes to a boil.

Measure your tea and place into the teapot or into an infuser basket. If using teabags, place then into the teapot.

Pour the freshly boiled water over the tea leaves or teabags. If using green tea or a tisane, use the water just as it comes to a boil.

Leave the tea leaves to steep for three to five minutes. Remove the leaves from the pot as an extended time can make the tea bitter.

Pour tea into a cup and enjoy.

From weight loss to stress reduction to cancer prevention, the health benefits to drinking tea are abundant. So grab a cup and relax. You won’t regret it.

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hen we vacationed in Tennessee a year earlier, the lovely day-hiketurned-marriageproposal made a honeymoon hike along nature’s beautiful trails seem like a romantic, inviting, sweet breeze. But this trail was no breeze. I didn’t think I could walk any longer. I had 40-plus pounds of weight in my backpack, and 100 pounds swirling in my head. The majesty of the wilderness was gone, and all I could see was the narrow trail straight uphill for several more miles. All I could think about was how long it would take until we reached our shelter. I had never done a hike like this. This trail, the Smoky Mountain section of the Appalachian Trail (AT), is also known as the hardest section of the AT for a very good reason. It is unforgiving. Now, staring up at 10 more miles until our shelter’s destination, and already early evening, I knew it would be a long night. I just didn’t know how long.

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I had planned our wedding in the Smoky Mountains for a year, blissful and wide-eyed. I had every special detail carefully woven into the ceremony. When my then-fiancé and I discussed a honeymoon, we both immediately thought of doing a hike. We love the outdoors, and he had undergone wilderness training and taken a couple of expeditions as a bachelor. I remember telling him he hadn’t seen or experienced anything yet like what he would with me. We would do the 74 miles of the Appalachian Trail through the Smoky Mountains. I would do the wedding ceremony preparations, and he would do all the preparations for the hike. A hard lesson in personal management I

would soon learn. As I stood on the mountain staring up at relentless trail, not thinking I could walk the 10 more miles, I had an epiphany. I knew there were side trails all along the AT and I thought we would just take one of those to a nearby campsite. I suggested this brilliant idea to my husband, and being the Boy Scout that he is, he thought we should call the ranger station to tell them of our change in plans. When hiking the AT through the Smokies, you have to register your hike and obtain a back-country hiking permit. Any person has eight days to hike the Smokies once the permit is granted and you start your hike. After that, the AT doesn’t pay attention to whatever plans you make for yourself. Those mountains sensed my inexperience immediately. They sensed my smug attitude about taking a lovely hike in the woods for a week. They knew I didn’t pack my own backpack, try the trail food beforehand, or walk up my own stairs with my backpack fully loaded even once. They knew. Standing there, hotter than a pepper sprout, and drinking water from the creek laced with iodine pills, I threw my pack off to the ground and let it land wherever it landed. I fell to the ground, looked at my husband and exclaimed how unprepared I was both physically and mentally for this trail. I sat on the ground with tears running down my face, pitying myself for my own mistake of mismanaging my experience, thinking we should just turn back around. All I saw was trail. In my head for the last year, I imagined sweet moments in these majestic mountains, laughter, splashing water at each other in the creek, and campfire stories with

other hikers at the end of the day. That was not the reality of our trip. We had to reroute for two days due to extreme rain and flooding of the creeks we were to cross, and also because of a heavy presence of black bears in the area. My husband mentally prepared for these factors. I thought to myself, ‘I can handle anything. I’m tough, and I’ve been raising two children on my own for several years now. There’s nothing I can’t handle, bring it on.’ And did the mountains ever bring it on! The suggestion to turn back to my very rational husband was overruled by his reasonable explanation of it taking two or three days, anyway, to hike out at this point. “So let’s just keep going.” While he was explaining this to me in a very caring and patient tone, sweat pouring down his brow, he unpacked several things from my backpack, unpacking his backpack, and repacking it with the extra things he removed from mine. My husband called the ranger station as we neared the top of the climb. We weren’t going to make it to a shelter, and would have to find a spot to set up camp without shelter from the wilderness or cables to keep bears, coyotes, and other animals away. The rangers INNOVATIVEHEALTHMAG.COM 75

noted our approximate location, and then we were on our own again. We hiked for another couple of hours, my husband several feet behind me now due to the extra weight he mercifully helped me carry. Nightfall was setting in, and we had to find a spot. The wilderness changes at night. Sounds from creatures you only read about are nearby. We stopped at a clearing and put our things down. My husband whipped up a cozy shelter for us with a tarp tied tree to tree. I hadn’t felt that safe the whole trip as I did right then, out in the open, accessible to anything that wanted to find us. We laid under the open sky, listening to owls, coyotes, insects, and other creatures we couldn’t recognize, very close. I can’t express the calmness I felt hearing the coyotes calling each other back and forth and listening to conversations the insects were having with each other. I lay there, looking at my sleeping, exhausted husband get much needed rest, and I practiced true thankfulness looking up at that sky. It’s hard to be thankful when I feed my brain with negativity and discontentment. I had several realizations on this hike. This was a monumental moment in my life. One of those moments you write about— experiencing true thankfulness in a way only the mountains could show me. We woke very early the next morning, and we laughed! We made cold grits, and I took back my belongings from his backpack, readjusted my straps, and we 76 IHM HEALTH & WELLNESS MAGAZINE

hiked on. Over the course of the next few days, we hiked for hours each day, and each day there was some detour due to bears or flooding. My mind was in the mountains now. We met many different people on the trail…people from all over the world who had come to hike the AT. We met young and old, hiking for the first time alone, or hiking for the fifth time in a group. We gave each other water whereabouts tips, weather tips, shared snacks if needed, but mostly shared good karma and blessings. We trekked through dangerous creeks that were flooding over but were the only way to get to our shelter, saw the most breathtaking sunrises and sunsets I’ve

ever seen, walked trails narrower than two feet wide with a 1000-foot drop looming directly to the side of me. My previous trips and day hikes in these mountains always gave me a sense of comfort and warmth. This long hike through these mountains took my ego, my dignity, my sense of safety, and reshaped them forever with true humility, self-respect, and a sense of security. Precious things were learned, like to pack my own backpack next time! But most importantly, I came to know another human being in a way that I had never experienced knowing anyone else. I think it’s time that everyone go take a hike!

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It’s that time of year again…the beloved and dreaded holiday season. For many people, this is the time of year they are the happiest, but let’s face it; the holidays can also be very stressful. Increased financial strains, traffic and family arguments can impact our mental well-being and be a big source of Christmas stress. So this year, why not kick your feet up and let the staff at Cork on Saginaw pamper you for once! The ambience at Cork on Saginaw is like nothing else. Soft lighting, beautiful decorations and impeccable service are just a few of the reasons to visit the Cork any day of the week. But Cork on Saginaw likes to kick it up a notch for the holidays, completely adorning the space with white lights, garland, poinsettias, and a plethora of Christmas trees (last year they had seven!). And did you know that hidden away upstairs in their beautiful historic building is a private room that could be all yours? The room that can accommodate up to 30 can be the next location of your family Christmas party. Cork on Saginaw

the Society of Wine Educators, each class has a different theme. Students get to taste approximately 10 wines from all over the world that are not on the regular wine list. Be sure to call and make a reservation because the classes fill up quick.

will even customize a special menu to suit your occasion, and decorate the room to your liking. Be as relaxed or as formal as you wish while Cork on Saginaw’s award-winning staff gives you full service in a completely private space. The room is great for other events like business meetings, bridal and baby showers, rehearsal dinners and graduations as well.

Don’t forget to pair with your favorite wine. Cork on Saginaw has over 150 wines from around the world, and their new Rare and Limited Selections wine list features options for the guest looking for something extra special like the 2014 Buoncristiani Cabernet Sauvignon, rated 95 by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate Rating System and considered to be a perfect wine.

If your holiday needs can’t be met at the restaurant location, Cork on Saginaw can come to you with its full-service catering. Staff will even come to your home or event and wait on your guests for you in the comfort of your own space.

Of course, for some still learning about wine, there is something for you as well, namely, Cork on Saginaw’s Enomatic automated self-serve wine dispensary. The machine features eight reds and eight whites that rotate on a temperature-controlled unit. The Enomatic features a broad variety of grapes from different regions, many of which are seasonal. Three sizes are offered—a taste, half glass and full glass—for each bottle. Ask your server for a card to get started.

With the new fall menu roll-out, there’s plenty of comfort food and drink to go around this holiday season. Old favorites like the hearty Butternut Squash Lasagna and rich Spaghetti Carbonara are back to the delight of customers…or try something new. The Chicken Fricassee is a farm market chicken breast with a mushroom blend, shallots, white wine pan sauce with sour cream, tarragon and hand-cut tagliatelle.

If you’re looking for something more educational, Cork on Saginaw offers its monthly wine class. Presented by Jim Davis, certified specialist of wine from

And if wine isn’t your drink of choice, Cork on Saginaw offers an excellent selection of beer and cocktails that rotate seasonally as well. Warm up with The Hansel and Gretel, made with Detroit City Homegrown rye, Nux Alpina walnut liquer, St. Elizabeth Allspice Dram, Cointreau and black walnut bitters. Cork on Saginaw’s beer selection is also impressive. Local craft beers by Short’s and Bell’s breweries are always available amidst other favorites like Oskar Blues, Lagunitas and Great Lakes’ selections. So for quality, consistency and warm personalized service that feels like it’s been delivered by friends and family, stop by Cork on Saginaw this holiday season.

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Don’t Put the Grill AwayYet!

When Fall Turns to Winter,

BY EMILY J MCCORKELL

Fall came swiftly upon us... and can go away just as swiftly! Isn’t it great to see the rust-toned fireworks of changing leaves, and then the transition to chilly Winter, when we can enjoy those vegetables and fruits of Autumn! I love the crisp air of fall, pumpkin spice everything, bringing out all of those cozy sweaters, and the promise of blazing fireplaces in the near future. ... and barbecue! Who said grilling is only a summer thing? While the days are still sunny and crisp, keep that grill out to make the most of the season’s harvest and the glut of vegetables you might have left over from recent seasons. Here are some unique ideas that are my favorites: 82 IHM HEALTH & WELLNESS MAGAZINE

Sweet Potatoes. Peel and dice or slice these beauties and brush with oil, salt, pepper and garlic. Place the slices on the outdoor grill or use the oven grill for cubed. As they caramelize and char slightly, they’ll develop a crust on the outside and turn velvety smooth and sweet on the inside! Equally as delightful with butternut squash and cooking pumpkins. Beetroot. Beets are healthy and DELICIOUS. I love grilling them with cinnamon, pepper, sea salt and honey. In fact, I use them in the delicious tagliatelle and balsamic pasta bake recipe. You can access this recipe in Innovative Health Magazine’s online archives: Look at the

Fall 2016 edition, on page 88. It’s hearty and filling enough to warm your bones, yet fresh and light so you won’t feel uncomfortably stuffed! Brussels, Leeks, Cabbage and Romaine or Baby Gem Lettuce. We adore grilled salads! Halve the heads or sprouts and brush with oil, salt and pepper. Place cut-side down on a hot grill and allow to char and singe slightly. Take off the grill and serve as it is, or chop with more grilled delights: tomatoes, chicken, onion, peppers and mushrooms. Smother in Parmesan and Caesar dressing for a healthy, barbecued

CURRY SAUCE 1 butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces and/ or 2-3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 head of broccoli, quartered or cut into florets

1. Brush the vegetable s with oil and seasonings, as outlined above. Roast in the ove n or pop on the grill until cha r lines appear and the veg is softened. Set aside. 2. Brown the chicken in a pan with a Tablespoon of coc onut oil.

3. Sautee 1 diced onion in a pan until translucent. Ad d in 6 cloves of garlic, sliced . Sautee for an additional 2-3 mi nutes. 4. Add the fish sauce, lime zest and juice, soy sauce, da rk soy sauce and brown sugar, and stir. 5. Add ½ can of cocon ut milk 1 tablespoon and the chicken, and sim mer coconut oil until the sauce has thicke ned. 1-1.5 pounds If you like a creamier, mi lder boneless, skinless sauce, add a full can. chicken thighs or 6. Lower the heat. Seaso n the breasts cut into sauce with cayenne pe pp er, pieces basil and coriander to taste. 1 onion, diced 7. We served our curry next 3 ½ tablespoons fish to the squash and veg eta bles, sauce as you see it in the pic ture. If zest and juice of 2 you prefer, add the squ ash and limes vegetables into the sau ce and serve. Can be served wit 3 tablespoons soy h or wit hout rice. Garnish with sauce sliced spring onion and sliced chillies. 1 teaspoon dark soy Those are only a few of sauce my fav orites. What do you like 2 teaspoons brown to cook over the open flam sugar e? Remember, barbecue isn’t just 1 can coconut milk for summer and it’s no t just for Cayenne pepper, meat. It’s a fun and nu tritious basil and coriander way to cook all year ‘ro und! to taste Vegetables of your choosing. I like a handful of green beans, bell peppers and cauliflower. Almost any vegetable will work in this!

remake of a classic Caesar Salad. Broccoli and Cauliflower. We recently made a grilled Thai lime curry. Barbecue or oven grill your veggies, cutting them into florets or quartering the head, as we did. We also added sweet potatoes and butternut squash to the grill. We served the curry deconstructed, with the chicken in the coconut lime sauce in between the grilled veggies on one side and the potatoes on the other. And here’s how to make that tantalizingly fresh curry sauce:

As always—enjoy your cooking! And do let me know how you get on! You can find me and “Lo+Slo” on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. And, of course, over at www. lo-slo.co.uk. I look forward to hearing from Innovative Health Magazine readers! Send recipe ideas and feedback when you try these recipes on your own.

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CHANGE

THROUGH

MINDFULNESS ///BY TOMMY SHOWERMAN

ne of the greatest buzz words in the wellness field right now is mindfulness. This is not a difficult concept to define, but it is an incredibly difficult practice for most of us to master. Taken from Buddhism and revised to western secular practices, mindfulness is our ability to be present where we are, as we are, regardless of thought or feeling, while observing through a gentle lens of curiosity. When regularly

practiced, mindfulness has been proven to reduce depression, anxiety and stress. It can rehardwire our brains through neuroplasticity to be happier and more focused. Mindfulness can even improve memory and help combat obesity. Sounds greatâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;how do we practice it? At the most basic level, we must stop multitasking. Totally doable right? Not really. I would argue most of us, even when not consciously multitasking, are unconsciously planning the next move in our life. Inadvertently, we have become human DOings instead of human BEings. So how do we control this thought life? Ironically the goal is not to control anything! The goal is to be a passive observer of your thoughts and feelings and begin to create a little more distance between you and them. There are a couple of key practices that we must establish in order to generate this distance. Most importantly is the mindset with which you approach mindfulness. The goal of this practice is not to control or get rid of anything. This is very hard to understand, as we crave control of nearly every aspect of our lives. However, it is critically important that you understand this. We can have a busy mind, lots of feelings and emotions and still be mindful. It

is the distance between us and these events that is mindfulness. So rather than reacting to a thought or feeling you can start to acknowledge them, become curious about them, or completely let them go because they do not resonate with who you are or who you want to become. This separation is how mindfulness works to reduce stress, anxiety and depression. To cultivate this, one must meditate. Meditation allows you to be present and focus on one thing, usually the breath, and observe thoughts and feelings as they arise. Every time you become distracted from your object of focus, you acknowledge you were distracted and come back to the point of focus without judgment. As you become more advanced, you begin to notice that your thoughts and feelings slow down. Instead of being on a roller coaster, you are on a gentle Sunday autumn stroll. Once you become very advanced, you can actually release all focus and allow the mind to do what it wants. Lastly, align your other aspects of wellness and life with mindfulness. This is so important as we constantly try to become more healthy, more wealthy, raise a perfect family, get the perfect job, and one day wake up and entirely miss the process of doing everything we set out

to do! Meditation and life are not separate, and the more advanced you become in the practice of mindfulness, the more you will begin to notice this. So if you are working out, immerse yourself in the feelings of working out. Reach out to old and existing relationships for an authentic conversation. Reexamine your spirituality and see if what you believe is what you practice. Feel when you are tired; instead of drinking more coffee, actually sleep! Acknowledge your thoughts and feelings and let go of them appropriately. If you are stop trying to do this alone, seek help. There is no shame in receiving the help you need, evaluating your life, ditching the aspects of your life that are no longer valid, and learning the mindfulness skills you need.

Tommy Showerman is the owner of Iron Health and Wellness LLC, an online learning platform and professional wellness network focused on transforming peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives through wellness, weight management, and athletic development. He is also a personal trainer at Genesys Athletic Club; Strength and Conditioning Coordinator of all sports at Goodrich High School; and Co-Director of Commit to Healthy Hearts, a teenage healthy lifestyle intervention program through Genesys Hospital. www.ironhealthandwellness.com tommy@ironhealthandwellness.com.

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THE COMFORT FOOD OF THE VEGETABLE WORLD

SWEET POTATOES GO SAVORY! /// THERESE LEYTON

hen the days get shorter, and the weather turns colder, we tend to stay inside and eat comfort foods. Creativity can be a challenge.

Sweet potatoes are my favorite comfort vegetable, and they pair well with other vegetables or meat or can be a meal alone. Sweet potatoes can be cheerfully orange on your dining table, and are a sweet match for any meal. My favorite is a baked sweet potato. Many people like baked sweet potatoes with marshmallows as a side dish. However; adding chopped nuts, orange juice and a dash of cinnamon to your sweet potatoes is the way to go these days. Sweet potatoes are vegetables that represent Fall and Winter, and general good health. Filled with beta-carotene,

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Midwest Living Magazine had a wonderful sweet potato pie recipe so here it is for a fabulous dessert.

vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium and fiber, they are perfect complements to any meal. Beta-carotene is a natural, powerful antioxidant. Vitamin A, or Retinol, is converted from beta-carotene by the enzyme dioxygenase. It is fat soluble, stored in the liver and used when the body needs it. This Vitamin A is called Pro-Vitamin A. However, Vitamin A from animal and fish foods does not need to be converted and is called Preformed Vitamin A. Sloan Kettering Cancer Center has published that beta-carotene may slow growth of cancer cells while boosting immune cells that destroy cancer. Sweet potatoes are so delicious plain or with toppings. My favorite is to bake them for 60-70 minutes. Then top them with light butter and cracked pepper. But in the November magazine bon appetit, many different toppings were suggested: chickpeas, roasted broccoli, crumbled feta, black beans, cheddar cheese, scallions, avocado, cooked sausage, lentils, and crème fraiche. I think crispy bacon would be very tasty too. Oven roasted sweet potato fries and wedges are fun to eat—so yummy and easy to make. Just toss ½-inch thick wedges with olive oil and salt, place in a single layer on a baking sheet, and bake for 20 to 30 minutes

TOASTED MARSHMALLOW SWEET POTATO PIE

(I USE A HEALTHY TOPPING INSTEAD OF MARSHMALLOWS) 30 minutes • 6 hours, 30 minutes Filling 1-pound sweet potatoes scrubbed ¾ cup packed light brown sugar ¾ cup heavy cream 6 egg yolks ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled 2 tablespoons of fine yellow corn meal ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon vanilla ¼ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg ¼ teaspoon ground coriander 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom

at 425 degrees, turning occasionally. Then add a dip! There are dips such as Sriracha mayo, or mayo mixed with green onions, but my favorite is plain ketchup. This can be a great healthy snack! I make a lot of concoctions in the crock pot during cold weather days. I add sweet potatoes, onions, carrots and chunks of beef or sausage. Season to taste and you have a healthy comfort meal. Be creative! I found this wonderful recipe on the internet and I am going to serve it at my next family gathering. The colder weather is upon us. Let us all embrace healthy recipes. Sweet potatoes are delicious. Eat sensibly. Happy Holidays! Regards and best wishes, Therese Leyton

1. For filling: preheat oven to 425 degrees. Prick sweet potatoes a few times with a fork, then wrap in foil. Place on a baking sheet. Bake until very tender 40-60 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. When cool enough to handle, remove foil and peel off skin. Transfer sweet potato flesh to a food processor or blender;puree until smooth. 2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together sweet potato puree, brown, sugar, cream, egg yolks, butter, cornmeal, cinnamon, kosher salt, nutmeg, coriander and cardamom. 3. Transfer your pastry to the freezer if you made it for 15 minutes to get cold. Or if store bought put it in the freezer too. 4. Preheat oven 425 degrees and bake the pie crusts without the filling for 25-27 minutes. Use tinfoil to protect the crusts and place it in the pie crusts and cover the edges. 5. To assemble, reduce oven temperature to 325. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg and the water, brush egg mixture over crimped edges of the pie crust. Pour filling into the pie shell. Bake the pie on center oven rack until edges of filling are puffed and the center jiggles only slightly when shaken, 40-50 minutes. I think this sounds delicious and I do not think a rich topping is necessary. I recommend roasted chopped walnuts to cover the top to make the topping healthier or use a whipped topping that is low fat. I would serve this delicious pie with a natural vanilla ice cream.

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his year’s Vehicle City Fashion Week was a great success. Even casual observers estimated 500 visitors, up from last year and an indication that the event is attracting both supporters of worthwhile causes and, of course, fashionistas.

It was held between Nov. 12 and Nov. 17 and featured workshops and events featuring Flint’s diverse talent network of aspiring designers, artists, and entrepreneurs. Kala Wilburn, the Founder and moving force behind Fashion Week and Fashion Against Violence, was intent on showcasing local designers who create their one-of-a-kind fashions by hand at the year’s week-long event. As a young but veteran designer herself, Kala wants to share her career experience to prepare local talent, and aspiring designers, for advancement into the broader business of fashion. Colors and trends are two aspects of fashion, but it is a business, and Kala wants to share that aspect no less than the “bling.” Included in the many events in downtown Flint were Fashion, Family, and Friends of the Ocean at the Flint Farmers Market; the Fashionably Fit event at the Forever Bold Salon and Spa; Fashion Against Violence Workshop at Berston Field House; Beauty and the Beat (a networking showcase for cosmetologists and grooming professionals) at the Ferris Wheel on Saginaw Street; and the Vehicle City Fashion Week Runway Show at the Sloan Museum Courtland Center Mall in Burton. Each year’s Fashion Week has had a theme, even if informal, but this year is clearly is to encourage designers and entrepreneurs to boldly assert their talent; for them sell in Michigan stores; to cultivate a Michigan clientele; and learn all they can about the business aspects of the fashion trade. Kala is well equipped to organize programs and

share her many experiences. And – so as not to lose touch with the values that attracts talented designers in the first place – she requested as many attendees as possible to wear handmade garments. Her own Fannie Lucille studio opened during Fashion Week. The debut event was in its location at the Ferris Wheel, 615 South Saginaw St., and was open to the public. The FASHIONHUB Collective has been formed from the efforts of Fashion Against Violence and successful events like Fashion Week, with the goal of elevating Flint’s fashion community. Partners include Jackie Berg, publisher of TheHUB; Ebonie Gipson, founder of I’m Building Something Consulting, which has supported the development of more than 200 small Flint-based businesses; and Kala. Among the supporters of Fashion Week 2018 were Central Michigan University; N2SA (No Two Stripes Alike) Threads Fashion Show (CMU); TheHUB Flint; I’m Building Something Consulting,;Park Place Studio; Rynelle Walker Photography; Euro Effex; and Harambee Wellness. Fashion Week was so successful that it overflowed with extra excitement, like a surprise appearance by Mayor Karen Weaver on the runway; and the announcement that Kala Wilburn was to be featured in Good Housekeeping Magazine. Next year’s event will only build on all the positive threads of this year’s Vehicle City Fashion Week. Not to be missed!

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lint is a thriving community— thanks to the hard work, innovation and passion of its residents to help the city succeed and grow. The mix of cultures and ethnicities has allowed Flint to look at the fashion industry differently compared to other larger designers. It is this unique view that has inspired fashion designer Jason Trice, the founder of Bedrock Apparel, who markets his brand as built on “moral integrity, the contents of one’s character carried out in one’s clothing.” Trice, a Flint native, has spent a plethora of his time working closely with athletes across the nation. He was motivated to create the fashion brand by the various athletes he worked with—especially Lebron James, regarded by some as the greatest basketball player of all time. The brand was originally developed when Trice decided to wear one of his hoodies with the word ‘Bedrock’ spelled across the sweatshirt’s chest. The attire resembles athletic gear and contributes to a comfortable lifestyle. The clothing brands the term ‘Bedrock’ on different garments in a creative and stylish way. The letters are spunky, bold and colorful,

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attracting all genders and age groups who want to represent this signature collection. Instagram served as Trice’s fashion platform and helped him slowly build a following. Other familiar athletes such as Jalen Rose, former basketball player and current sports analyst for ESPN, represent this fashion label as well. This unisex brand located in Downtown Flint portrays a strong message that every individual is equal—that all people can wear the term ‘Bedrock,’ whether they are

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I Check out Bedrock clothing in the Capitol Theatre retail space on Harrison Street in Downtown Flint. For more information, follow Bedrock @bedrockapparel on Instagram or visit www.facebook.com/bedrockapparelco.

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