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“I’ve got plenty to be thankful for…”

- BING CROSBY

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hroughout all the uncertainties this year has brought, one thing has remained constant: Home.

I believe most people would agree that there are few things in life that are more comforting than a home. It is where we start and end our day. It is where we retreat to when we want to take the weight of the day off our shoulders and just relax. I’m glad that, despite the craziness in the world, my home has remained a place of comfort for me.

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rom time to time, the news media will reach out to me to get my take on the market. Dennis Rodkin with Crain’s Chicago recently reached out to me for an article he wrote about the increase in sales in suburbs like Barrington. I told Rodkin about how people are restructuring the way they live. With no commute to work, our homes have become office spaces, classrooms, and gyms. With all these new activities to accommodate, it’s no wonder sales in the Barrington area have increased significantly over the past year.

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ith Thanksgiving around the corner, I am reminded of how especially thankful I feel this year. Though this pandemic has taken away many things in our lives, it has also given us the opportunity to appreciate the simple pleasures; a good cup of coffee, dinner with the family, and meaningful conversations with friends. I am thankful that my loved ones are healthy, and that I’ve had time to spend with my three fantastic children, adorable poodles, and cat.

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he pandemic has also given us time to really pay attention to the places in which we reside. We’ve had time to finish the projects we never had time to finish before. We’ve cleaned out closets, we’ve organized, we’ve made updates and accommodations. Some of us have realized our homes no longer suit our needs, so we began to look to make a change. With mortgage rates at all-time lows, investing in a home has become even more possible. With the holiday season approaching, now is the time for

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many of us to decide whether we want to make a change, and for those of us fortunate enough to be able to move, there are plenty of fantastic opportunities for both buyers and sellers alike.

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n Barrington alone, closed sales are up 41% compared to a year ago in September. The inventory of homes for sale at month-end is down 21%. According to the Market Snapshot of the Barrington Area, “Buyers should seize their chance now, while there is a gentle decrease in the average sales price year-overyear, and still plenty of listings to choose from.”

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CONTENTS NOVEMBER 2020

DEPARTMENTS EDITOR’S NOTE 22 UP FRONT THE BUZZ DECOR COUNTRY VS. TOWN FITNESS BEAUTY FASHION

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EDITOR’S NOTE

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Also, this month enjoy a glimpse into remarkable homes around the world from Barrington to Bangkok and Manhattan in our Luxury Offerings section.

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s the days turn crisp and the holiday season arrives, I begin to delight in the traditions of the season. I’ll be ending my days with cozy nights by the fire and thinking ahead to the beauty in winter’s stillness.

In this issue, Katie Kunk shares with us her journey from Colorado to Lake Zurich and her passion for horses.

As a trainer at Littlewood Farm and mother of two young sons, Kunk has settled into a life balanced between horses and home.

Courtney Trimble talks about her career within the golf world and her dedication to bringing it to the forefront in the Barrington community—especially among youth. And while most weeks might find you at Equilibrium Personal Training Studio, on days you cannot make it to the

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U P F R O N T | T HE B UZZ

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LAKE BARRINGTON RESIDENT HONORED On Thursday, October 1, a dedication ceremony was held at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, Illinois for Donn Ziebell’s most recent painting. The artwork, a 5-foot by 7-foot oil painting, is entitled “400 Split Rails for One Yard of Cloth.”

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f ever there was a year that we could all us some holiday cheer, it’s 2020.

Luckily, each year, Linly Designs in Clarendon Hills has provided an abundance of cheer no matter the circumstances, thanks to a bountiful selection of furniture and accessories perfect for your home sweet holiday home.

And 2020 will be no exception.

“Our clients seem to be slowing down a bit more this year and making sure to take the time to enjoy each season, unlike years prior when it felt everyone was in a rush,” explains Janet Linly, founder of Linly Designs. “We have had an increase in requests for crystals and color. Clients are seeking not only functionality in their home, but also pieces that bring them joy and happiness.”

That joy and happiness that Linly speaks of can often be found in the presence of loved ones, whether near or far.

“We suggest incorporating framed family photos into your décor, order a pillow with your pet’s photo on the front, or add sentimental handmade ornaments and pieces from children and loved ones,” explains Linly. “We create stunning décor and seasonal items but we always encourage our clients to finish their space with personal, meaningful touches.”

And while the world may be in a tailspin outside, the inside of Linly Designs during the holiday season is always quite inviting.

From feathered centerpieces and custom figurines to handcrafted silk floral arrangements, Linly Designs offers more than enough inspiration to create the holiday home you have always dreamed of.

“Every year as we are designing our showroom for the holidays, we make sure that each of our Christmas trees is not only color-coordinated with our furniture vignettes, but also has its own theme,” explains Linly. “This year one of our trees will be inspired by MacKenzie-Childs.

I love the bold look and the dramatic yet timeless feel of that black, white, and red combination.”

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“This year, our Christmas Open House will cover four days versus the usual three, and an RSVP will be preferred,” remarks Linly of the 13-year tradition. “Our showroom will be nothing short of magnificent as it has been in years past.”

And once the holidays are through, Linly Designs will continue to be the one-stopshop for all of those projects that homeowners plan to tackle in the new year.

“The goal with each project that we complete is that the end result will become a sanctuary for our clients,” Linly concludes. “Because of this, our remodeling and renovation services have been booming this year as clients are spending more time at home and looking to create a haven for themselves. And those clients that are moving into new homes are contracting us to help with renovation and furnishing selections as well.”

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COUNTRY V S . TOW N | UP FRONT

Mantra? Be yourself Best grooming tip? In this COVID-19 era, invest in a Wahl buzzer and scissor set and learn to cut your family’s hair. Otherwise find a great stylist who does house calls Guilty pleasure? Nothing guilty about pleasures, especially for working parents during this time! (OK, it’s good champagne) Favorite foods? Mexican! Music you love? I love hearing either of my brothers play and sing on the piano Best advice ever given to you?

From an amazing photographer, Randall Mesdon, critiquing one of my first portfolios, “Now that you’ve taken all these pictures, they are out of your system and you’ll never take any like these again.” Harsh words, but never truer Best advice you’ve given? If something you’re pursuing feels a little scary—you are probably on the right track Earliest memory? Swimming in a galvanized tub when I was 2 years old in Indianapolis on a hot day—apparently, we didn’t have AC When you wake up, you? I usually scroll Instagram looking for something to make me laugh, @ instaalcoholic does the trick Before bed, you?

Sing incredibly silly songs to my kids, watch reruns of The Office and think about all that I’m thankful for What’s on your bookshelf?

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Your style is? Jeans, tailored tops, and high tops Can’t leave the house without? A mask, a La Croix, and Google maps Transportation? My vintage green and white Schwinn bicycle Driving music? Usually not music when I’m alone. I’m obsessed with Dax Shepard’s podcast Armchair Expert Place to eat? For now it’s all been take-out, I love Remember Charlotte’s Pizza! I am really excited to frequent all the local restaurants when I can Shop?

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Worst thing about the country? Still learning to cohabitate with bugs and critters (never knew of The Stinkbug) The perfect day is? Coffee and breakfast sandwiches at Conscious Coffee with the kids, riding bikes outside, and doing yard projects with the family. Ending with a bonfire in the backyard with drinks, friends and family, a charcuterie board, cozy blankets, and s’mores

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or the days when you cannot make it to the gym, but still need to fit in a workout, enter the era of the spare-no-expense home gym. From streaming workouts online like celebrity favorite, The Tracy Anderson Method, to popping in your earbuds and following along to a Nike+ Run Club workout, there have never been more ways to get your workout in and keep it fresh.

Fine tune your home gym now to keep the workout excuses at bay.

“The size of the gym space matters, but other important aspects that most people interested in a home gym sidestep are aspects such as natural light, overhead lighting, ceiling height, flooring, and even paint colors,” advises Paul Brune of Barrington’s Functional Fitness.

Assisting in all levels of in-home gym design since 1995, Brune is an expert in his field. Rather than just an afterthought, the home gym should be inviting and incentivize you to work out. “Make it as attractive and motivational as possible, no one needs any more excuses to not work out,” states Brune.

Points to consider when selecting the space for your home gym, include “good ventilation, enough space for safe and effective body movements and floor work, more than one person training comfort, including space for trainers, and room for future equipment additions,” advises Brune. At the entry level, the Peloton bike and treadmill are two options for a home gym. For every type of workout and personality, Peloton brings the trainer into your home, where, as Peloton superstar trainer Olivia Amato shares, “we are doing the work right alongside you, cheering you on the entire time. There’s an intimacy to the experience that we create and it’s one of the reasons why Peloton is an industry leader, and also why I think our members are so engaged.”

Limited on space? Find a wall on which to secure The Mirror, and fire up a yoga, boxing or cardio class. Hang a TRX system in a secure spot and place free weights nearby. But to truly go the extra mile, that’s where Barrington interior designer Celeste Jackson of Celeste Jackson Interiors comes in. Working with Brune, Jackson ensures the color and lighting is motivating and inviting to the client.

“Colors such as red and yellow, have been proven effective for producing higher physical and brain energy,” says Brune. Other essential tools, according to Brune, include using “mirrors for biofeedback

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as a valuable tool to assist in proper alignment and mechanics.”

“Sturdy, flexible flooring is essential to the proper functionality of the space,” says Brune. “There are hundreds of choices of commercial grade rubberized flooring that are extremely durable, or place down an all hickory wood floor.”

Craig Ciaglia with Barrington’s Homes by Pinnacle often installs steam rooms in home gyms to round out the wellness experience.

Up the ante with the much-ballyhooed infrared sauna, which emits infrared light absorbed as radiant heat by the skin as opposed to a traditional sauna which heats up the surrounding air. “We have installed numerous endless pools for clients who prefer swimming, but do not have the space for a full-length indoor lap pool,” says Ciaglia.

A great option, the smaller endless pool’s jet creates resistance that the swimmer swims against in a static position.

“For some clients, adding in a water wall increases the wow factor and gives the space a true Zen-like feel. The homeowner now feels like they are at the Peninsula Hotel instead of at their ground floor gym,” says Jackson.

“Traditionally a minimum of two different types of cardiovascular pieces should be chosen to add variety for the brain, and an element of cross training for the muscles and joints. Cornerstones of the resistance collection should include: a two stack, functional cable trainer, a power rack for free weight and TRX-based exercises, a sturdy adjustable bench, an attractive rack of dumbbells with heavier weight increments than needed at purchase, and a collection of Spri strengthening bands,” explains Brune. “There are also endless arrays of higher end, more specialized pieces such as the Power Plate and the Precor glute extension which make for great additions.”

With so many options, you just may never need to repeat the same workout twice.

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DENTAL HEALTH

WHY GUMS

MATTER With the connections between gum disease and Alzheimer’s disease, knowledge is power.

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lzheimer’s disease has touched the lives of so many.

Researchers have not been able to clearly define a cause and effect for it. Despite the billions that have been spent on research, thousands of people are diagnosed with the disease each year and are given little hope for

a cure.

A recent study has given researchers new hope in getting to bottom of this complex disease. Bacteria that cause gum disease have been isolated in the area of the brain that is believed to be causing the symptoms of Alzheimer’s.

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A complex plaque of bacteria builds up in the brain in this region and the “gum disease” bacteria are among the findings. It is thought that the bacteria act to destroy that area of the brain in the way they destroy gums and bone around teeth.

We have known for years that gum disease increases your risk of cardio vascular disease. The same “gum disease” bacteria flow through the blood stream and attach themselves to the arteries and valves in and around your heart. With time, the plaque builds and closes off the arteries and gives rise to the threat of cardio-vascular disease.

Past research has shown a link of cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer’s. Researchers knew that the two were correlated but did not have answers as to why. With the new information being brought to light, the studies are following the possibility of gum disease being the causative factor for both. In other words, the cardio vascular disease does not cause Alzheimer’s but rather gum disease is the contributing factor to both cardio-vascular disease and Alzheimer’s.

There is a lot left to do in this area of research. If future findings can show causation instead of correlation of gum disease and Alzheimer’s, then research will begin on methods to help stop or cure this horrible disease. In the meantime, you can help protect yourself by flossing every day and having your gums checked for gum disease by your dentist. Any sign of bleeding when you brush or floss your teeth is usually an indication of the presence of gum disease.

Dr. James T. Gavrilos is located at 129 Park Avenue in Barrington. For more information, call 847-381-4040 or visit barringtondentist.com.

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RIDING HIGH Local equine trainer Katie Kunk’s rise to success.

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s the early morning fog lifts over the rolling green meadows at Littlewood Farm, a buzz of activity fills the outdoor ring. Riders elegantly dressed in beige breeches and tall black riding boots, sitting astride immaculately groomed horses, canter around the riding ring’s perimeter. At one point, trainer Katie Kunk’s voice carries across the fields issuing directions to a rider who then pivots and begins to chart their path to the outside line of jumps—a bright, blue and white striped vertical to a dark green rolltop.

Raised in Vail, Colorado Kunk’s earliest experiences with horses were limited to trips to the Midwest visiting family. There, her Aunt Joanne Kurinsky (herself a professional equestrian trainer) would let Kunk ride ponies to her heart’s content. Back home in Colorado, it took years until Kunk picked up the sport in earnest and gave it a go. Once she did, it ignited a passion in her for the technical precision of show jumping that fueled her on to her career as a professional trainer.

During her senior year at the University of Findlay in Ohio, Kunk was a member of the Reserve National Championship Equestrian team and was Open Flat Division Champion. After graduating, Kunk set her sights

on Europe and headed across the pond to the Holsteiner Verband facility in Elmshorn, Germany. Located outside of Hamburg, the Holsteiner Verband serves as headquarters of the esteemed Holsteiner equine breed. Known for originating in Germany, the athletic breed is thought to be the oldest of the much-loved warmblood breeds.

Living on the Holsteiner Verband property, Kunk’s days were meticulously planned out. “I was on my first horse at 7 a.m., rode till 9 a.m., had a breakfast break 9 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. and rode again till noon. After a two-hour lunch break, it was back riding from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.,” shares Kunk. The Holsteiner Verband serves as a one-stop shop sale barn in Europe where customers come and try various horses all in one location. Kunk’s role was to work with the green horses, usually 3 to 6-year olds, training them and preparing them for sale.

At the end of their time at the Verband, the horses would be taken to an auction to be sold—a process unique to Europe in conducting high-end horse sales this way.

“At times, a horse’s sale price would skyrocket from $10,000 Euros to $100,000 within 30 seconds,” Kunk recalls. Once a week, Kunk and the other training riders would put on a presentation for the general public interested in purchasing a Holsteiner. “We would free jump the horses to show off their athletic abilities and skills,”

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“I’ve been lucky that my husband and I have been able to create a home life in Lake Zurich, within the horse world.”

says Kunk. Watching this presentation were potential buyers, who signed up for time slots to ride, in order to ascertain if the horse was a good match. “I still recall,” says Kunk, “how at times women wearing stilettos would show up to try out the horses. And remarkably, despite their footwear choice, they successfully navigated the horses over the jumps.”

Nearing the end of her visa in 2007, Kunk returned stateside and married her college sweetheart, Lucas.

Returning to the Chicago area, the newlyweds settled in Lake Zurich. Years later in 2011, Kunk returned home so to speak teaming up with Joanne Kurinsky, her Aunt, and her original inspiration for her love of horses, at Littlewood Farm.

Based in Libertyville, Littlewood Farm is a premiere equestrian establishment with top-notch training and meticulously maintained facilities. Set upon 100 rolling acres on Independence Farm, the facility is truly a sight to behold, with young riders milling about, contributing to the positive and inclusive attitude that the lead trainers prioritize. A family run business, Littlewood is

also home to Jessie Klein, who has been working with Kurinsky since age 10.

Today, Littlewood Farm is proud to have played a key role in starting some of the current elite Grand Prix riders. Of equal note is Littlewoods’ role in starting three of the top ten riders in the 2019 Maclay Finals, no small feat indeed. “We strive to create a warm and inviting barn family,” says Kunk.

Today, Kunk is settled with her two children, Henry, five, and Arthur, two, in what she calls “the perfect community” of Lake Zurich. “I’ve been lucky that my husband and I have been able to create a home life in Lake Zurich, within the horse world.” Mornings and afternoons can find Kunk at Littlewood starting young riders on their first ponies at weekly lessons, or schooling horses in preparation for a rider’s A-level show that weekend. Throughout it all, the atmosphere of the barn continues to create a wonderful experience for everyone who walks, or trots, through its doors.

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HOLE-IN-ONE Courtney Trimble rallies a team of community golf enthusiasts to ensure the future of a local gem— Barrington Park District’s public golf course. Sometimes it takes a fresh set of eyes to keep an eye on the ball.

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ourtney Trimble and her husband relocated to Barrington less than two years ago. The couple has had lengthy careers in the golf world with Trimble having coached women’s golf at the collegiate level, most recently at the University of Louisville. So it should be expected that one of the first things she was looking for when she got to town was a great place to play golf.

“It was this incredible surprise to find that the Barrington Park District golf course is this gorgeous, tree lined, five-hole gem,” she says. The par-3 course at Langendorf Park is owned and operated by the City of Barrington.

“What I love most about this course is that it’s accessible to so many people,” she explains. “A lot of people give up on the idea of playing golf because it takes so much time. But you can literally play this entire course in about an hour. It’s great for beginners, children, families, or golfers who just love to play. And right now you can just jump on the course and play—there’s no need to reserve a tee time.”

Trimble is currently working with six other community members, in conjunction with the city’s park district, to develop a strategic plan for the Barrington Park District golf course—including enhanced programming to spotlight what golf can offer to the community.

This fall, under Trimble’s company, Fore Leaders, Barrington Park District introduced a junior golf program for children ages 7 to 12.

Fore Leaders uses an approach that helps players learn, and fall in love with, the sport of golf. The Barrington Park District has also supported the First Tee program. First Tee is a national golf initiative with a mission to impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values, and promote healthy choices through the game of golf.

“Given our current world with the pandemic, the more people we can expose to golf at an earlier age, the better,” Trimble says of one of the few sports people have been able to participate in this year where no contact and social distancing are the norm. “This sport

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Raising awareness of Barrington’s five-hole course is at the cornerstone of the initiative Trimble is consulting on. “I have a hunch there are people who have lived in Barrington for years who don’t know this course is here,” she says. “We really believe that if we build the programming, with the help of the Barrington Park District and the First Tee Program, the golfers will come.”

To learn more about the efforts in place to support the Barrington Park District golf course, contact Courtney Trimble at courtney@foreleaders.com.

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A L ESSON IN RE SIL IE NCE

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he exploits of today’s older adults have been well documented in literature, most notably in the journalist Tom Brokaw’s 1998 book—The Greatest Generation— about the men and women who survived the Great Depression, went on to contribute to and ultimately win World War II, and subsequently re-built and innovated afterward.

They are known for their self-sacrifice during the war, their unwavering commitment to their families and their country, the frugality that helped them get through the depression, and their humility, to which subsequent generations should aspire. Personal responsibility was and continues to be an important attribute shared by them.

We recently spoke with directors of retirement communities throughout the Chicago’s suburbs, and what we found is that the COVID-19 pandemic has, once again, brought out the best in the Greatest Generation.

The residents of these communities are, with help from

leadership and staff, doing the right thing, making the right decisions, and complying with safety guidelines, all with the same resilience that helped them through the challenges of their earlier years.

A disproportionate number of seniors were, and continue to be, the most vulnerable demographic to the COVID-19 virus, which is why the leadership of retirement communities and homes throughout the nation stepped up to take every measure possible to keep their communities safe and healthy. In addition, they implemented new programs and activities to ensure residents had opportunities to socialize and continue to connect with their families.

Technology has, in many ways, been the key to helping people stay connected—with work colleagues, with family, with friends—especially during the pandemic.

Directors of retirement communities recognized this early on, and staff developed plans to help residents use Zoom, Facetime, and other tools to help residents stay connected to family and friends. Unsurprisingly, many directors said residents were already fairly adept at using

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COVID ACCOMPLISHMENTS The Garlands of Barrington celebrates community members in the “COVID Accomplishments” section of its newsletters and blog. technology tools on their own, a development that was perhaps derived from the Greatest Generation’s survival instincts.

Staff and families arranged window visits so that residents could see their loved ones and continue to connect. Some communities even set up speakers and microphones so residents and families could communicate through the barriers. The window visits were particularly critical for residents in Memory Care, where seeing familiar faces can bring comfort. When the Illinois Department of Public Health updated its guidelines, outdoor areas were opened up and residents and families could meet with social distancing.

Directors of retirement communities also implemented new activities for residents to be able to interact with each other safely while they couldn’t venture out. Some staff stepped up, bringing their talents to work with them to assist residents. A staff member at one community, who worked part-time at a nail salon, offered residents manicures because the in-house salon was closed and some of the residents’ favorite salons were not open.

The resilience of residents was also evident in the hobbies they honed and new interests they developed while they were staying safe at home in their retirement communities. Residents took up new exercise regimes to stay active and tapped into old passions and hobbies such as woodworking, writing poetry, scrapbooking, and photography. The Greatest Generation has no interest in being idle.

While directors and staff adapted to help residents stay safe and active during the pandemic, residents exhibited an enormous respect for their own health and the health of others by complying with guidelines to wear face coverings and maintain social distancing from their fellow residents and staff. They understood from dealing with past challenges the value of self-sacrifice, and that even minor inconveniences are a small price to pay for the well-being of their neighbors.

For communities that serve residents with a broad range of needs, the pandemic posed a complex set of challenges. Independent Living and Assisted Living residents needed activities and interactions to keep them busy, as well as opportunities to socialize. Memory Care residents needed activities that fit in with their treatment programs, and residents with more serious health care needs required care in a setting that would keep them safe.

Luxury retirement communities throughout the Northwest Suburbs, including The Garlands of Barrington and Lake Barrington Woods, went the extra mile to pivot so they could continue to provide impeccable service and hospitality, while also adding to an already robust list of amenities to help residents stay healthy, active, and comfortable. Among the abundance of services and top-notch options offered at these communities are a variety of floor plans, opportunities to socialize in a vibrant community, on-staff nursing, on-site restaurants and fitness centers, and more.

Through it all, the COVID-19 pandemic, while certainly no picnic, is just another bump in the road for some retired seniors who offer a wealth of experiences and who are rightfully living out their later years in a healthy and comfortable environment.

We invite you to explore two world-class communities right here in Barrington.

Here are just a few:

Betty Schmidt, an accomplished artist and the one-time President of Oil Painters of America, accepted an important commission during the COVID-19 quarantine. The project allowed her to focus on the positive and fill her days with something she loves. In addition, Betty created the perfect painting for a frame that was carved by her great grandfather, and she invited all interested Garlands members to paint en plein air with her on Saturday mornings.

Sam Jeffers, a resident of The Garlands, designed warheads for the Pershing II and Trident weapon systems before retirement. So, upon hearing of the PPE shortages due to the pandemic, Jeffers went to work engineering effective, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing face masks for family and friends.

Bill Lawton, a lifelong photographer, focused on his talent on nature during the pandemic. He presented his works at the first-ever public display of the beauty of nature—shown live and through the Gallery at The Garlands virtual exhibit. Lawton noted, “Beauty surrounds us every day. All you have to do is take the time to see it.”

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he Garlands of Barrington is an award-winning lifeplan community for people ages 55 and older that offers an uncompromising lifestyle in a resort-like setting with unprecedented amenities and services. The Garlands unmatched quality, innovative design and world-class lifestyle earn the highest honors from many top national and international organizations, and most importantly, from the people it serves.

Spacious Residences The Garlands private residences, which range in size from 800 to more than 4,000 square feet, offer up to three bedrooms plus a family room, dining room, den, or office. In addition, Garlands oneand two-story villa homes feature cathedral ceilings and a two-car garage. Each Garlands home features open floor plans and spacious rooms that are perfect for entertaining, plus gourmet kitchens, walk-in closets, laundry rooms, additional storage space, convenient underground parking and an emergency call system.

future,” says Dawn L. Kempf, Chief Operating and Compliance Officer.

World-class Hospitality In addition to beautiful homes and convenient amenities, an overwhelming feeling of hospitality pervades at The Garlands.

“Sometimes people refer to it as ‘resort-style living’ or ‘like living at The Ritz,’” says Director of Hospitality Nancy McCaffrey.

“While flattering, that doesn’t really do it justice. It’s actually far more comfortable and personal than that.

Knowing our members’ personal preferences and executing on them on a routine basis is what we do best!”

Convenient Amenities The Garlands convenient amenities include a fitness center, indoor pool, four restaurants, walking paths, a library, a performing arts cen- Great Neighbors However, beyond a lovely home, convenient amenities, and hospitalter, a surround sound theater, art studio, wood shop, raised garden ity services, perhaps the most interesting aspect about The Garlands beds, a full-service salon and barber shop, and more. is the people. “Garlands members come from far and near and offer a variety of backgrounds, life experiences and stories—each more fascinatPeace of Mind The Garlands services include maintenance, landscaping, housekeep- ing than the next. Getting to know the neighbors can be the greatest joy of living at The Garlands!” says McCaffrey. ing, concierge care, dining, and access to a continuum of healthcare services. “Most Garlands members agree that, by planning ahead for For more information, please visit thegarlands.com or schedule an a maintenance-free lifestyle, services and a continuum of healthcare in-person or virtual tour at info@thegarlands.com or 847-304-1996. options, means they have more control over life’s choices now and in the JWC | COUNTRY 44

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LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST AT LAKE BARRINGTON WOODS

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hirty years ago, Senior Lifestyle founder Bill Kaplan discovered there were few good housing options for Chicago-area seniors where they could both live comfortable, enriching lives, and socialize with friends and family. So, Kaplan founded Senior Lifestyle and built The Breakers in Edgewater on Sheridan Road in Chicago. A revolution in how seniors retire began.

Senior Lifestyle’s properties now dot the Chicago landscape, and its communities can be found nationwide, including in Lake Barrington. Lake Barrington Woods offers luxury retirement living options in an idyllic setting.

Staying Connected At the center of Senior Lifestyle’s approach to serving its residents is family. The company remains family-owned, and it makes a point to include families in the day-to-day life of its communities, including Lake Barrington Woods. Families are encouraged to stay connected with their loved ones and the community has made innovative changes to keep residents engaged with their family and friends.

Programming is focused on helping residents to connect, contribute, feel, grow, move, and reflect.

Personalized Living Options For retirees, Lake Barrington Woods offers two excellent living options, which include Independent Living and Assisted Living. Both are designed to help residents live life to the fullest, regardless of their ongoing daily physical needs.

The Independent Living community is all about residents maintaining a vibrant, active lifestyle, making social connections, and embracing interests they might not have had time to explore. They maintain the freedom to get out and about, and also to take advantage of the top-notch amenities offered

by Lake Barrington Woods, including excellent dining options and opportunities to socialize.

The Assisted Living community allows residents to continue living a healthy and active lifestyle, and to receive extra assistance when needed. Staff tend to residents’ every need, and services include personal laundry, 24-hour emergency response, and on-staff nursing.

Personal care, critically important as residents continue to age, is included in monthly fees.

A variety of floor plans are available at Lake Barrington Woods, all with kitchens. From studios to two bed/two baths with den, potential residents can find just the right amount of space for their needs.

Full Potential At Senior Lifestyle’s network of communities, including Lake Barrington Woods, residents live life to the fullest each day.

As Lake Barrington Woods Executive Director Chris Andersen says, “Living life your way with a dedicated team to provide outstanding services for your way of living.”

For more information, visit seniorlifestyle.com or call 847-857-6117.

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This year has truly been challenging for everyone… but we are still here and very grateful for all your support.

We will keep our covered & heated Outdoor Patio as long as possible and of course, we also have our Dining room & Provence opened with social distanced tables. We are doing everything possible to keep you, our staff & environment SAFE & enjoyable. We are planning on Traditional Events like we did for Bastille Day in July and looking forward to seeing you at our upcoming Beaujolais Nouveau celebration …

The Christmas Eve & New Year's Party … of course, will have much more limited seating than in prior years.

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Beaujolais Nouveau Celebration

A very hearty dish of confit of duck, pork and sausages assembled with northern beans, then baked slowly.

Our menu is changing Daily.

Please view our website for more information.

Join us Thursday, November 19, 2020 from 4:00 to 9:00 PM for the arrival of the 2020 G. Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau with a special 3-course event menu, a game of “Beret Eiffel Tower Toss,” live accordéon, raffle prizes and more!

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FOOD & TRAVEL FIRST-CLASS DINING AND TRAVEL EXPERIENCES

From a homemade classic to an adirondack great camp adventure, here is a taste of fine cuisine and luxury travel Recipe’s homemade chicken noodle soup

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HOMEMADE CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP

A little something to warm you up as the temperature drops.

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or all its legendary, soul-soothing status, chicken noodle soup recipes—those rich with homemade stock, fresh vegetables, herbs, and egg noodles—are rather hard to find. This classic, homemade recipe is a labor of love that will nourish you in the making, and your family, in the eating. It makes enough to serve four for one meal, with plenty of stock left over to freeze and use for another occasion.

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INGREDIENTS Stock: • Two, fresh, small chickens, rinsed • 12 cups, or, enough water to cover the chickens in the pot • Two medium white onions, peeled, cored, and cut into quarters • Two large carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks • Three celery ribs, cleaned and cut into large chunks • 1 bay leaf • 1 teaspoon thyme • 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns • 1 sprig rosemary, or 1 teaspoon rosemary needles Chicken Noodle Soup (Serves 4): • 6 cups of the finished chicken stock • 1 1/2 cups baby carrots, cut into rounds • 1 rib fresh celery, diced • 1 fresh leek, trimmed, white and light green chopped • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped • Thigh meat from the cooked chicken stock, chopped • 1/2 package German egg noodles, prepared according to package instructions • Zest of 1/2 fresh lemon • Juice of 1/2 fresh lemon • 2 tablespoons fresh snipped parsley, minced plus lemon slices (from the remaining 1/2 lemon) for garnish

Stock: Place chickens in a large heavy-bottomed soup kettle.

Cover with 12 cups cool water (or a bit more if needed to cover the birds.) Add all remaining stock ingredients to the pot. Heat to a boil; immediately reduce heat to lowest setting and simmer for 3 1/2 to 4 hours. Using a large strainer, separate broth from all of the solids (vegetables and chickens). Reserve solids in a large bowl to cool. Place stock in refrigerator to chill until fat has congealed over the top, overnight, or for several hours.

While the stock is chilling, and when cool enough to handle, pull the chicken thigh meat from the cooked chicken carcasses, and chop into bite-sized pieces. Set aside. (Note: I only add the thigh meat to the finished soup, because it retains better flavor and texture than the chicken breasts, after its long simmer in the stock.)

Reserve remainder of chicken (and if you like, the long-cooked vegetables) for another use. Once the fat has congealed on the refrigerated stock, remove the fat and either reserve (if you have other recipes that call for chicken fat) or, discard.

Chicken Noodle Soup: In a heavy-bottomed medium soup pot, over medium-high heat, heat 6 cups of chicken stock to a slow boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and add carrot, celery, leek, and parsley. (Set aside and then freeze the remaining chicken stock.) Allow the 6 cups of chicken stock to simmer until the stock has reduced by about 1 cup and the vegetables are tender. While stock is reducing, cook egg noodles in water according to package instructions; drain. Add the diced chicken thigh meat and the prepared egg noodles to the soup. Season to taste with salt and freshly cracked pepper. Stir in finely grated zest of 1/2 lemon and the juice of 1/2 fresh lemon.

Serve hot bowlfuls of soup with garnish of lemon slices and a sprinkling of parsley.

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THE ADIRONDACKS ON ANALOG

Lake Kora main lodge

When the whole world was first forced to social distance, it ironically resulted in more connection than ever—digital connection, that is. So in an effort to shed light on the true meaning of social distancing, we visited the far-flung fringes of the Adirondacks in Upstate New York to unplug during a weekend retreat in the middle of nowhere.

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e were just under an hour away from our destination when our phone service officially cut out. Not like “oh, I have only two bars available” but like calls-can-no-longerbe-completed, Google-Maps-app- won’tload kind of cut out (luckily, thanks to being told that this would happen, we came prepared with printed directions). We were on Route 28, the east-to-west state highway that cuts through New York’s North County—and, in our case, the section that slices through the Adirondack Mountains’ Sargent Pond Wild Forest past lake after lake, then south toward Little Moose Mountain Wilderness en route to our final destination: A resort housed in a historic multi-building Great Camp property set in Long Lake, New York.

Despite the lack of cell service, the level of remoteness still didn’t really hit me until our car took its final turn off Route 28 and ambled south, down the long, winding dirt road for our final five miles. The closest “major” city was more than an hour’s drive away in Tupper Lake, which is actually more of a village with a population of 3,600 and likely more miles of snowmobile trails than actual roads.

Later, I learned that the tagline for the 1,000-acre retreat where we were staying—which was formerly owned by Teddy Roosevelt’s Lieutenant Governor of New York, Timothy Woodruff, from 1898 into the early 1900s—is “Stay Where the World Can’t Find You.” Indeed, there really is no better place to disconnect from tech than in the Adirondacks, a six-million-acre forested wilderness packed with pristine waterways, boreal forests, and the Northeast’s 46 famous 4,000-foot peaks. My basecamp for the weekend: Lake

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Seaplane arriving at Lake Kora

Kora, Woodruff ’s historic Great Camp shrouded in pines and set on the northeastern edge of a private 500-acre lake of the same name, roughly 70 miles south of the Adirondack Regional Airport in Saranac Lake (one of the communities that Cape Air serves). My fellow tech-free travel companions: My partner, Trent, and our 2-year-old Australian Shepherd, Rocko (yes, Cape Air offers dog-friendly flights).

Despite it being late, close to 10 p.m. when we arrived on Friday night, we were immediately greeted by the sound of a golf-cart pulling up behind us at the Main Lodge, piloted by the manager of Lake Kora, the sneaker- and smile-clad Cameron Karger. After a quick check-in inside the incredibly maintained stone structure, once the blacksmith’s workshop and today a welcoming main lobby, we hopped back into our car to follow Karger in his cart about 30 seconds down the pebble road to two waterfront cottages with sprawling grass fields on either side. Simply known as Cottage 1 and 2 (and the special dog-friendly accommodations), Cottage 1 was to be our home for the weekend. There are six additional stone and timber cottages dotted along the waterfront, which in totality offer 12 authentic guest rooms, all with original furnishings and fixtures carved more than a century ago by Lake Kora’s own on-site craftsmen. Think majestic stone hearths laid with firewood, spacious wood-walled bathrooms with vintage soaking tubs, soft fluffy robes, and bed linens along with various seating and dining areas. In our

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cottage, we even had a full kitchen and living room where classic, well-loved board games were stacked atop the dated television that looked, very purposely, unused.

And at this time in late June, it wasn’t just this two-story cottage that was all ours, but the storied Great Camp in its entirety. The property, which is only available to book entirely for groups of up to 25 guests, wasn’t to reopen for its July-through-October season for another week, so it really exclusively was “our home away from JWC | COUNTRY 51

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home for the weekend,” as Karger put it while helping us with our bags and showing us around the cottage. Our dog seemed to understand it, too: Before we could even open a single suitcase, a big splash echoed from the shore. He was already neck-deep in the lake, relishing a nighttime dip.

As for us, we were treated to a three-course meal hand-delivered from the property’s farm-to-table kitchen, including a salad that had the freshest mozzarella I had ever tasted and a dish of deliciously seasoned, seared chicken breast over a creamy, flavorful risotto. Dessert came in the form of a candied basil-adorned chocolate tart and a bottle of pinot noir hand-selected by Karger from the stone cellar.

After dining, what would have usually been a night spent scrolling through our social media while Netflix rotated through shows in the background instead evolved into a wine-fueled game of Yahtzee.

And once we did head to bed around midnight, I swear, I’ve never fallen asleep faster ... and I didn’t even pack my trusty white-noise machine. The artificial nature sounds I usually play on loop were, to my delight, performing live just outside our wide-open windows.

That’s exactly how we woke up on Saturday morning, too. Birds chirping, water splish-splashing, and one very eager dog crying at the door. After a breakfast of coffee, thick-cut French toast, and fresh-picked blueberries in the Great Room, the main dining room home to a family-style 20-foot dining table, we were ready to have ourselves a day. But where to begin? We had no agenda, no schedule, nowhere to be, or people to see. It felt strangely freeing—but that was precisely the goal.

So we just started exploring. A short walk from our cottage, the sprawling building known as “The Playhouse” houses an all-wooden bowling alley, a squash court, ping pong tables, and a full commercial kitchen. Elsewhere on the walkable property, there’s a tennis court, a two-story spa (in what was formerly the Ice and Meat House), an outdoor roller rink, and a boathouse right on the water where you can take your pick of sailboats, canoes, motorboats, and various other pleasure crafts to enjoy on the water. In the middle of the lake, a whimsical, two-bedroom house sits on a small island, what I imag-

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ined to be the perfect retreat for honeymooners or perhaps a writer looking to knock out a few pages.

It was all very reminiscent of the days when the camp was owned

by Woodruff, where gondolas imported from Venice plied the lake, semi-tamed bears resided near the cabins and posed in group photos, and telephone service was installed as early as 1903.

After a morning spent exploring the various buildings, we were eager to get out in the natural setting that inspired these Adirondack-style structures themselves. While the Adirondacks are known for some of the most breathtaking mountains and ribbons upon ribbons of hiking trails, because Lake Kora is already so deep in the wilds, you don’t need to stray far to find a hiking trail and scenic overlook. In fact, miles of well-maintained walking paths traverse the grounds, including one that encircles the main lake and one that leads past winding brooks, towering pines, and across a wide meadow up to Green Top Hill, the highest point on the property. Our afternoon was spent hiking around the property, in which we allowed our dog to navigate and select our every twist and turn.

Getting “lost” here was easy and enjoyable, not only because it all somehow feels as safe as home, but because ultimately, the trail always leads back to the water. This was confirmed each time our fearless and furry leader circled back to his pack, soaking wet from a

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Sky view of Lake Kora

fresh dip in the lake just ahead. As we strolled, we marveled not just at the panoramic lake views but at the 3,750-foot Blue Mountain that, from where we stood at the peak of Green Top Hill, rose above the other surrounding ranges about 25 miles away to our northeast.

But we also slowed our walk to coo at the many bunnies that crossed our path or take in the various scattered hollowed-out logs filled with succulent gardens that looked like something out of a fairy tale.

“How epic would a family reunion here be?” Trent stated more than a few times as we walked. And when we came across the breathtaking chapel on-site, the brick exterior decorated in colorful climbing vines, we thought, “Destination wedding? Our whole family is from New York, after all ... ” We woke up to a rainy last day, which was somehow an entirely different kind of beautiful to experience: The lake rippled in dark shades of navy, making me take even more notice of the towering evergreens lining the lake’s edge. Karger knew we had to hit the road in just a few hours, so he took it upon himself to pack us a picnic basket of sandwiches, snacks, and refreshments to help maximize our time on the lake. After all, a little rain was not going to stop us. We threw on some ponchos from the cottage closet and grabbed a canoe and a couple of fishing rods from the Boathouse. Within minutes, as I munched on lemon cake, Trent felt a tug on his line after his first cast. I watched, surprised at his luck, as he giddily reeled in a glittering-green smallmouth bass.

Island Cabin balcony

“Did you get that on video?” he yelled. “With what phone?” I replied.

We both laughed. It would only be a few more hours until we were back home and able to—albeit reluctantly—turn our phones back on, at which point we would assess their battery life and have to comb the corners of our condo for the appropriate charger. But as for our “mental” batteries, I wasn’t worried about those in the least. I knew they were already fully recharged.

For more information, visit lakekora.com.

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Join us for the Virtual Home Design Trends 2021 Forecast A Conversation with Designers Nicole Ryan & Claudia Pop

The way we live is changing, and so are our homes! Grab your coffee and join us for a virtual Saturday morning all about Home Design Trends for 2021. Whether you’re planning a simple home fashion update or a complete remodel, he’s all the information you will need.

Learn about hot new colors, what’s new in cabinetry style, how to apply textures, and what finishes are best to make every room in your home reflect the new way you live.

A live Q&A will follow the Design Trends Forcast

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HOUSE & HOME AN INSIDE LOOK AT CHICAGO’S MOST EXCLUSIVE ADDRESS—THE BARRINGTONS

Bangkok, photo courtesy of Richmont’s Christie’s International Real Estate

AN INSIDE LOOK AT CHICAGO’S MOST EXCLUSIVE ADDRESS—THE BARRINGTONS From the rolling hills of Barrington to high-rises in Bangkok and Manhattan, take a peek inside luxury living around the world with a price tag of $2.8 million.

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LUXURY OFFERINGS: WHAT YOU GET FOR $2.8 MILLION Entertain guests on a five-acre Barrington Hills property, overlook the famed New York skyline from an apartment in the Financial District, or explore farther afield with a sleek, high-rise condo on the waterfront in Bangkok—all for $2.8 million.

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is a perfect space for both formal and casual entertaining and enjoys a stunning cook’s kitchen. Beautiful views can be seen from the expansive patio, and a walkout lower level is also home to a grand theater. Close to many riding trails, the property is also zoned for horses.

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The Details: 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths • 2,220 square feet, $1,256 per square foot • 24/7 doormen, lap-pool, halfcourt basketball and squash court, 5,000 square feet landscaped roof park Contact: Dustin Crouse, Christie’s International Real Estate, dcrouse@christies.com

world-renowned luxury condominium. With 11.5-foot high ceilings and an approximately 34 foot by 20 foot corner living room with oversized windows looking north and west, the home is especially bright and airy. Two of the three bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, and the apartment boasts considerable closet space throughout.

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design company and provides low-density living with only 133 apartments in a building covering almost two acres. A free river boat service from the Residences connects to shopping centers, restaurants and cultural and entertainment venues along the river front. A new skytrain station connecting to Bangkok’s mass transit system is scheduled to open this year within walking distance of the condo.

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CAREGIVER FATIGUE AND CAREGIVING SERVICES FOR SENIORS

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aring for a loved one, young or senior, can become a fulltime job. Syndromes like caregiver fatigue are real and growing. Many of us worry about the medical care provided to our aging population like parents, especially when transitioning from their home to a senior living community.

Caregiver fatigue is a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion due to caring for a patient. This often occurs when caregivers, often sons and daughters, don’t receive the help they need or they are doing more than they can on a consistent basis.

This can change attitudes from positive and caring to negative and unconcerned. Guilt can also be a large factor when someone is pushed to the limit and unable to continue the care. Factors that lead to this fatigue include role confusion, unrealistic expectations, lack of control, and unreasonable demands.

Selecting a caregiver is important. Matching the personality with your family member will only enhance their experience, create a caring bond, and reduce caregiver turnover. Change is always hard for seniors, especially when they are set in their ways and have habits created over decades. Make sure a caregiver has the ability to communicate well, understand the patient’s limitations, and adjusts the care according to those limitations.

During this COVID era, it is also important caregivers are following the rules of medical care and prevention. Things like social distancing, frequent testing, reporting of any symptoms, and wearing a mask with their clients are all questions families should ask caregiving agencies. If possible, not sharing a caregiver with another patient would especially be important during COVID-19 containment concerns.

We recommend families interview a few caregivers, to gain a perspective, assess personalities, and understand any limitations. As a medical group, our patients’ families often include us in this process, as it’s another team member that would be affecting patient care. The quality of the caregiver directly affects medical care and comfort for a senior patient.

As seniors are living longer, family expectations are also growing, to keep a high quality of life for as long as possible. This requires a team effort and approach that includes the caregiver, senior facility staff, and doctors. At our practice, we provide any caregiver with our physician’s cell phone number, as they are noticing a change in condition with the patient first. The faster we have that information, the quicker we can implement advice and a treatment plan directly to the family and/or the staff at the building.

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s we move past the six-month mark of the pandemic, it seems like the perfect time to take a step back and incorporate some self-care measures into our everyday routines.

Jessica Hutchison is a local therapist who lives in Barrington and practices out of her office in Hoffman Estates. She specializes in grief and loss and is co-founder of the blog, oursideofsuicide.com, which offers hope, comfort, and support for survivors of suicide loss. Hutchison says that the effects of the shut down and everything going on in the world right now are becoming more apparent every day.

“When it comes down to it, we are seeing the ripple effects of social isolation. Human beings are pack animals. We have always been stronger when connected to others. When you take individuals and isolate them from the rest of the world, you are going to see a substantial increase in anxiety and depression,” says Hutchison.

But, take heart. Hutchison is quick to say that there are definitely measures to take to help feel better, find balance, and be ready to face a new normal.

Get moving!

“We often forget how helpful movement can be. My daughter has become a Zoom expert because of distance learning. They have movement breaks, and to be honest, the whole world needs movement breaks! When you’re stuck in your own anxiety, it often feels like there is no way out. Go outside. Take a short walk, breathe fresh air and soak up the sun. It is amazing how something so small can eliminate anxiety.”

Ohmmmmm “Our nervous system is easily activated when we are anxious. When activated, our brain signals to our body that we are in danger. Insert the fight or flight response. This response is essential for survival, but highly problematic in day-to-day life. As someone who has worked hard to manage my own anxiety, I will admit that this pandemic knocked me off my feet. Committing to a daily meditation practice has been the number one activity that has helped me stay balanced.”

You Are What You Eat “What you’re feeding your body is going to directly correlate with how you’re feeling. And a lot of that has to do with how much sugar you’re consuming. The more sugar you eat, the more anxiety you are going to have. It speeds everything up. It’s really looking at your

physical health and your mental health as one and the same.”

You Are Also What You Drink “Alcohol fuels anxiety. It messes with your blood sugar. You don’t sleep as well. You are going to wake up and be anxious. This is a cycle that I see many people getting stuck in. When we stop reaching for the bottle we become aware of how much we lean on alcohol to cope with stress. It becomes the hammer in our toolbox, and it shouldn’t be.”

Find Your People, Socially Distanced “Interact with one another! You can grab a coffee and sit outside, especially right now. Sit outside before we can’t.” Hutchison stresses that this is fine to do, as long as you are doing it safely. “We all have different comfort levels, and that’s okay. But we have to engage socially … it’s central for our mental health.”

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