Vol. 11, Issue 4, April 2015
Your neighborhood. Your magazine. The Premier “Shop Local” Community Magazine Directly Mailed To 18,000 Homes In Trinity & Surrounding Areas This Independent Community News, Business & Dining Guide Is Directly Mailed Once Each Month To: Aristida, Champion’s Club, Chelsea Place, Country Place, Ellington Estates North, Ellington Place, Fairway Springs, Fox Hollow, Foxwood, Greenbrook Estates, Heritage Lake, Heritage Springs, Hills Of San José, Hunter’s Ridge, Hunting Creek, Longleaf, Magnolia Estates, Nature’s Hideaway, Oak Ridge, Riverbend, Riverchase, River Crossing, River Oaks, Riverside Estates, Riverside Village, Riverside Villas, Seven Springs Golf & Country Club, Southern Oaks, Spring Lake, The Sabals, Thousand Oaks, Timber Greens, Trinity, Trinity East, Trinity Oaks, Trinity West, Veterans Village, Woodbend, Woodgate, Wyndgate & Wyndtree
By Julie Kanehl It’s summertime and for many local families that means it’s the time for fun and adventure, but before you load up the car, the boat or have a huge house party, it’s a good idea to make sure that your family and your assets are well-protected. The Mo Ward Allstate Insurance Agency, located at 9344 Little Road in New Port Richey, has been providing insurance needs for local residents in Trinity, New Port Richey and the surrounding areas for more than ten years, and will soon be opening a brand new location in Trinity. Steve Ward says, “We are the type of agency that can handle all your in-
surance needs,” adding, “we are a family owned and operated business, and we were born and raised here. Our customers become our friends, and our friends are like family.” Steve and Mo always are available to answer questions and talk to their customers. Their children, Darian and Donia, who are now grown, also work at the agency. The Ward family understands how important protecting one’s family is, and they work together to make sure their clients have the insurance products they need to feel secure and protected. The Mo Ward Allstate Insurance Agency offers a generous selection of insurance options, specializing in autoSee “Insurance” on page 46
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Tampa Bay Rays Contest in May......3 Community Calendar............4-5 The Health Hut..................10-11 Pasco-Hernando SCORE...12-13 Tobacco Free Pasco.........14-15 Attorney Chuck Philips...20-21 Orthodontic Specialists of Florida......................22-23 Little Owl Learning Academy........................26-27 Zounds Hearing Aids........30-31 Brain Balance......................36-37 Pasco Deputy of Year.........38-39 Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine......................42-43 Colored Classifieds...............50
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Our Partnership with the Tampa Bay Rays = FREE TICKETS FOR YOU!… AGAIN! By Matt Selby April has been a very exciting time of the year for my family and me; not only because our hometown team the Tampa Bay Rays kick off their season, but also because for the second year in a row the Rays have reached out to our company for a “visibility campaign” partnership. Last year, amongst our five magazines, we had a direct mail circulation of over 85,000 households in the Bay area and when the Rays found out we added New Tampa to our distribution, bringing our monthly total to over 110,000 and making us the largest circulation of community magazines in the state of Florida, they were excited to work out another deal with us. Our
online readership has blown up in the past year as well, consistently ranging between 40 and 50,000 individual readers and well over half a million page views! Enough about why the Rays partnered with us, let’s get into what you really care about, and that’s how you can score some FREE Rays game tickets!
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appreciate you. Each month, starting in May and ending in September, we will give away multiple press level (sec.204) Rays’ tickets to six lucky winners a month. Two Grand Prize winners per month will receive six tickets and two parking passes. Two 1st Runner Up winners will get four tickets and one parking pass, and two more 2nd Runner Up winners will have fun at the ball park with two tickets and a parking pass. This contest will be a lot of fun and we are really happy to give back to our readers. You make what we do possible, plain and simple. We wish we could make every entry a winner. Good luck! Enter online at www.NNLFlorida.com/Rays
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Christo’s Restaurant Supports Kids Walk For Kids With Cancer Christo’s Family Restaurant in Trinity asks for support in the Kids Walk For Kids With Cancer Walk taking place on May 2, 11 AM at Central Park in NYC to raise funds for pediatric cancer research at Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) Cancer Center, the world's oldest and largest institution devoted to prevention, patient care, research, and education in cancer. 100 percent of funds raised through Kids Walk goes directly to pediatric cancer research at MSK. The number of children diagnosed with cancer in the U.S. every year is approximately 16,000 and growing. Visit online at www.mskcc.convio.net to donate to the fund. Painting With A Twist for Trinity’s ACS Relay for Life May 3, 1–4 PM––Painting with a Twist for a Cause invites you to come participate in a class (8351 S.R. 54, Suite 112) to benefit the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life in Trin-
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ity. Call Painting with a Twist at 727376-1112, or call Lauren Rodriguez at 727-251-8386 or Joan VanGieson at 813-505-1844. 3rd Annual “PASCOW PLOP” Thurs., Apr. 23, 6–8 PM––The Rotary Club of Trinity carries on the tradition with the new members organizing a successful fundraiser “PasCow Plop” taking place at the Rotary Events Pavilion at the Concourse Council in Shady Hills (15325 Alric Blvd.) off S.R. 52 just west of Suncoast Parkway. This annual event is fun for the whole family. The Rotary Pavilion grass will be segmented into 300 squares. Each square can be purchased for $20. The club will bring out the Cow, the first square she "plops" in wins $1000!!! Included in your ticket price with the square at the event, is dinner, DJ, Bouncy House (for both Kids & Adults), cash bar and much more will be available. Attendance is not necessary to win the $1,000. Tickets can now be purchased from Trinity Rotary Club members, or
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contacting event chair Christina Volkle at Christina.volkle@cadencebank.com or 352-585-6297. All proceeds from this benefit, 100%, will go to the Rotary Club of Trinity Charitable Foundation. Trinity Rotary is dedicated to improving the lives of children. Florida Manufacturing Career Fair Wed., Apr. 22, 1–4 PM––Location: Pasco-Hernando State College, Spring Hill Campus, 450 Beverly Court, Spring Hill, room B105. Contact: Ana Segovia 352-293-1335 or e-mail asegovia@careersourcepascohernando.com
Suncoast Bronze Ringers Concert Sun., May 3, 2 PM––The Suncoast Bronze Ringers, a community handbell choir based in New Port Richey, will be presenting their spring program entitled, "Collage." The concert will be held at 2pm on Sunday, May 3, 2015 at Trinity Presbyterian Church of Seven Springs-8928 Cypress Lakes Boulevard, New Port Richey. Selections will include works by John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber, John Philip Sousa, Katy Perry, and more. There is no charge to attend the concert, however a free will offering
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will be collected to help offset costs. Suncoast Bronze was formed in 2012 in an effort to offer advanced ringers the opportunity to refine their skills, and to also promote the art of handbell ringing to the Tampa Bay community. The ensemble is currently under the director of Ms. Pat Deighton. For further information, contact SuncoastBronze@outlook.com. Medical Center of Trinity and CARES Health & Wellness Collaborate to Present: Active Living Every Day Program Mondays 9 AM, Now through July 1 ––Medical Center of Trinity and CARES Health & Wellness announce they are presenting “Active Living Every Day (ALED).” The free program consists of a one-hour class once a week for 12 weeks. The classes will be conducted by CARES (Community Aging & Retirement Services) and held at the Medical Center of Trinity Conference Room C at 9 a.m. every Monday beginning April 13 through July 1, 2015. For more information and to register call 727-834-5630. Active Living Every Day is a stepby-step behavior change program that
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helps individuals overcome the barriers to physical activity. ALED offers alternatives to more traditional, structured exercise programs. Participants choose their own activities and create their own plans based on their lifestyle and personal preferences; focusing on moderate-intensity activities that can be easily added to their daily routines. As participants progress through the course, they learn lifestyle management skills and build on small successes, methods that have proven effective in producing lasting positive change. Seating is limited and reservations are required; 727-834-5630 to RSVP. NAMI Pasco Family & Friends Support Group Meetings The Pasco County Chapter of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) offers two types of support group meetings each month, one for *family and friends of those with mental illness, and one for ** those living with mental illness. This includes all brain disorders, including, but not limited to OCD, depression, bi-polar, schizophrenia, multiple personalities, etc. Information: 727-992-9653 or www.namipasco.org. *NAMI Family & Friends Support Meetings
2nd & 4th Monday, Monthly, 7:30–9 PM––Medical Center of Trinity West Campus, Second and Fourth Monday of each month in Conference Room C, 5637 Marine Parkway, New Port Richey 1st & 3rd Thursday, 6:30–8PM–– Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point, Shoreline Café Meeting Room, 14000 Fivay Rd, Hudson, FL 1st & 3rd Tuesday, Monthly, 7– 8:30 PM––Atonement Lutheran Church, 29617 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel **NAMI CONNECTIONS (Recovery support group for those living with mental illness.) Group meets 90 minutes and is facilitated by trained peers, at two locations. Every Wednesday, 7–8:30 PM–– Medical Center of Trinity West Pasco Campus, 5637 Marine Parkway, New Port Richey, Conference Room C
rolled students in elementary school. The public is invited to view the exhibit at the Pasco Fine Arts Council, 5744 Moog Rd. in Holiday,adjacent to Centennial Park Library) during regular operating hours: Tues.–Thurs., 9:30 AM–3:30 PM; Fri. & Sat., 9:30 AM–12:30 PM; closed holidays. The awards ceremony for Kids ‘n Art will be held at 2 PM on Sat., May 16th. Art themed prizes will be awarded to the winners. For additional information on events and classes at Pasco Fine Arts Council, Inc. visit www.pascoarts.org or call (727) 845-7322.
Senior Sports: Softball, Golf, Tennis & More Senior Sports offers a variety of fun-filled sports to play and meet new friends, including: a Senior Over 60 Co-ed Slo Pitch Softball League (fall and winter); Golf at a variety of courses every Wednesday year-round; Bowling every Thursday year-round; Tennis League; Indoor Volleyball League; Basketball and Ping Pong play. For more information on Senior Sports activities, call Walt Bockmiller at 813-527-8211.
Pasco Fine Arts Council Presents Kids ‘n Art 2015 Apr. 28 – May 26––Pasco Fine Arts Council, Inc. recognizes rising artists with Kids 'n Art 2015. Pasco County art instructors from public, charter, private, and home-schooled networks were invited to select up to 8 pieces of art from their currently en-
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The Health Hut –– Your Health Is Your Wealth Celebrating 35 Years in May By Dara Tucker For thirty-five years and counting, The Health Hut has helped people in the local and surrounding area to reach their personal health goals. The Health Hut has a convenient location at the Greenbrook Plaza on Old County Road 54 (next door to Carmelita’s Mexican Restaurant). The knowledgeable and experienced staff makes your shopping experience productive and enjoyable. Whether you are seeking nutritional counseling, health foods, vitamins, supplements, homeopathic products, essential oils, or personal care products, The Health Hut can help you! Owner Joyce Strickland became interested in vitamins, supplements and homeopathic medicine when one of her daughters developed hypoglycemia as a child. Joyce took her daughter to a nutritional doctor who helped her daughter get her minerals back in balance. Seeing her daughter’s improvement further encouraged Joyce’s quest to learn more about natural alternatives to conventional medicine. In 1981
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Joyce began a journey into natural health, starting with a class on nutrition through Donsbach University. Joyce took more classes, continuing her education, and became a Licensed Nutritional Counselor. Joyce and two of her staff are Certified Natural Health Professionals (CNHP) through Trinity School of Natural Health. If you’re looking for nutritional counseling you can make an appointment with Joyce. She explains, “We don’t treat diseases, but we help to guide customers to be in the best health they can be.” Joyce is often referred to by doctors, to help people better understand the benefits of eating nutritionally and how to fit vitamins, minerals and other nutrients into their lifestyle. Joyce also explains how the body systems work together, and how the vitamins and herbs work together within your body. Word of mouth is proof of Joyce’s excellence and keeps her extremely busy! A lot of customers share their comments on The Health Hut Facebook page, like Crystal C. who says, “Great. Always helpful and very
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knowledgeable. Joyce has helped me out a lot.” Teri A. posted, “Awesome staff! Very knowledgeable! Very helpful!” Patti P. shared, “Thank you guys for all you have done for me and my family…and for being such great people.” And Sharon S. posted, “Everyone at The Health Hut is the The helpful staff at The Health Hut will answer questions best! We love you.” that you may have about the products the store carries. When you enter The Health facturing Practices, have the best reHut you won’t have to worry about sults. They take pride in their selecfinding supplements and health foods on your own. The knowledgeable staff tion of products and do not carry items that are full of extra fillers. Joyce is extremely friendly and willing to talk says, “We look for companies that pick to you about what products best suit their crops at the height of season; the your needs. Ed Bisconi wrote, “The best nutritional and well being resource companies that have good quality conin New Port Richey. If you need advice trol standards, which test for active ingredient levels and potency. You don’t on what to take and why, this (The have to take as much of a supplement Health Hut) is the place to visit.” if you’re taking a good one.” At The Health Hut, they believe There are so many hidden gems that key products, which work excepavailable right here locally at The tionally well and follow Good Manu-
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The Health Hut has essential oils, vitamins, supplements, an abundance of health food items, as well as personal care and household products.
Joyce Strickland’s thirty-five years of experience is a great benefit to her customers, who often refer her to their friends and family.
Health Hut, there is no reason to look elsewhere. Some of the all-natural products that The Health Hut carries are bulk nuts and seeds such as organic flax seeds, whole or ground. Raw and unprocessed local Florida honey is available at a great price, as well as Bragg’s Raw Organic Apple Cider Vinegar. The Health Hut also has more than 20 varieties of organic tea, and organic coffee. Your personal care needs are met with a wide array of products from hair color and dental hygiene products, to sanitizers, soaps and home care products. Items specially made for pets and children also are available. The environment is a major factor in
your overall health, so Joyce and her team make sure they are equipped to meet your personal and household needs. The Health Hut offers vitamins and supplements from top companies such as Nature’s Sunshine Products, Bluebonnet, Carlson, Himalaya, Vytasm, Yerba Prima, Enzymedica, Twin Labs, Gaia, Vaxa, and Renew Life, just to name a few, and offers prenatal vitamins in both pill and powder forms. Homeopathic products are available in both water-base and more traditional alcohol-based extracts. The Health Hut can provide you literature and explain the differences between the two, so you can make the best
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choice for your personal health needs. They also carry lines of homeopathic products for children and pets. The Health Hut carries several brands of oils. Young Living oils are a therapeutic grade of essential oils. These oils have been used throughout history for their medicinal and therapeutic benefits and have been known to lift the mood and calm the senses. Essential oils can be used topically and diffused, when of a therapeutic grade. Modern trends towards a more holistic approach are right in line with use of aromatherapy. The staff at The Health Hut understands there isn’t one clear fix that works for everyone; instead they aim to meet your specific needs. Another way they help you achieve your best personal health is by offering quarterly blood analysis. One drop of blood on a slide, examined under a high-powered microscope, then displayed on a computer screen, could show nutritional deficiencies, digestive disorders, oxygen levels and other health related concerns. The next blood analysis is scheduled for the second week in June, at The Health Hut’s Health Fair. The Health Hut feels strongly about being involved in the local community and helping others whenever and however possible. With a recent induction into the Trinity-Odessa Chamber of Commerce, and the longstanding association with the West Pasco Chapter by way of the Pasco Business Connection, The Health Hut plans to continue to be a voice of health in this area. The Health Hut is a member of the National Products Association, as well as the Women
Helping Women Tampa Bay group. Come join The Health Hut in celebrating its 35th Anniversary in West Pasco. Beginning Tuesday, May 5th and continuing all month, there will be specials, door prizes, samples, and more, to celebrate 35 years of health and nutrition at The Health Hut. The Health Hut is not just another health food store; they truly care about each person who walks through the door. They are friendly and helpful, and the store has a good hometown feeling. If you have never been to The Health Hut, come in and share in life enhancing benefits and learn about natural healthcare alternatives. The Health Hut is located at 8520 Old County Road 54 in New Port Richey. The store does mail orders and special orders.Please visit online at www.healthhutfl.com and “Like” The Health Hut on Facebook for current news, specials and upcoming events.
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The Pasco-Hernando Chapter of SCORE A Great Resource for Small Business Owners By Marcy Sanford Pasco County residents Jeremy and Lindsay Graham thought they had a good business idea. The couple sketched out the plans for their business on the back of a napkin and then decided to seek guidance and advice. They came across SCORE while looking for business consultants. The notfor-profit association is dedicated to entrepreneur education and the success of small businesses nationwide. The Grahams were matched up with SCORE mentor Richard Bonnett, an entrepreneur with 23 years of experience in corporate and mortgage banking. After talking to Richard, Jeremy and Lindsay decided to quit their high paying jobs and run their own business. One year later, Premier Hospitality Sourcing specializes in selling and marketing manufacturers’ product lines to distributors serving the hospitality, food service, healthcare, facility maintenance, educational, and theme park industries throughout the south-
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east. Their product lines represent manufacturers in chemical, industrial paper, linens, and disposable can liners. They also are in the process of expanding to other states and are hiring representatives to assist them. The Pasco-Hernando Chapter of SCORE has been helping small business owners locally since 1979. Each year they conduct more than 1,000 free and confidential individual mentoring sessions. They also provide more than 60 free training and educational seminars for small business owners. SCORE’s certified volunteer mentors offer a wide range of expertise by virtue of their education and many years of hands-on business experience. SCORE is also a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. This year, the Pasco-Hernando Chapter of SCORE has celebrated several successes of its own. The chapter increased their total client services by 28 percent over the previous year and increased counseling services by 38
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percent. All 25 volunteers have their mentoring certification from SCORE National. At a recent ceremony The South West Florida SCORE District presented the Pasco-Hernando Chapter with the District Chapter of the Year Award for 2014. The PascoHernando Chapter Greg Kullman, Pasco-Hernando Chapter of SCORE of SCORE was also chairman, receiving District Chapter of the Year Award awarded the 2014 from Juan Fret, SW Florida SCORE District Director Chapter Platinum Leadership Award timely manner and achieving growth in for outstanding leadership, committotal services from the previous year. ment and exemplary services in mainThe Pasco-Hernando Chapter of taining chapter standards of operation. SCORE has seminars for every small The Platinum Award is the highest business owner no mater what their level awarded. The award was given to needs or interests. You can learn the the chapter for serving clients in a
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basics of Excel or QuickBooks, how to apply for a small business loan, or how to market your business. Score also offers hundreds of webinars in topics covering finance and money, management, technology, and more. Visit Pasco-Hernando SCORE at www.pascohernando.score.org for a complete listing of the upcoming seminars and webinars SCORE offers, or to request a mentor. There are seminars ongoing monthly, and the following are still available in April: E-Marketing Concepts: Tuesday, April 21, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Centennial Park Branch Library–– Attendees will obtain an understanding of the E-Marketing technologies, e.g., local search directories, email newsletters, social media, blogs, and search en-
gine advertising, and how they may help to enhance the ability of a small business to reach customers and communicate their brand, products and services. Risk Management: Wednesday, April 22, 5:30–7:30 PM at South Holiday Branch Library––Numerous corporations have established a risk management process. Learn what that process entails and how to anticipate and manage threats to business success. Advanced Quickbooks: Thursday, April 23, 5:30–7:30 PM at New River Branch Library––This two-hour seminar is designed for persons that have some reasonable experience using the basics of QuickBooks, but who would now like to benefit from its many more advanced features. Our other “Introduction to QuickBooks” seminar, or familiarity with its content, is assumed as a prerequisite to this
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seminar. Marketing to Grow Your Business: Thursday, April 23, 5:35–7:30 PM at the Regency Park Branch Library––Learn how and where to find some of the answers about what works and doesn’t work, what information is required to write a sales & marketing plan, how to profile your customers, determine the best type of advertising and/or promotions, what you can learn from your competitors, and how to analyze your program’s effectiveness.
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The Tobacco Free Partnership of Pasco County “Join the Mission for a Tobacco Free Pasco” By Georgia Brieck Since Tobacco Free Florida launched in 2007, adult smoking rates have been steadily declining; however, there is still a lot of work ahead. Currently, Pasco County’s adult smoking rate is 26%, compared to the states average of 18%. The Tobacco Free Partnership of Pasco County is working to decrease that number even further by educating the local community and decision makers on the importance of tobacco prevention. With their diverse membership consisting of local students, non-profit organizations, and community service agencies, they are looking to the community for support to promote tobacco-free living. The Partnership The Tobacco Free Partnership of Pasco County is a collaboration of youth and adults who share an interest or passion for tobacco prevention and control. This coalition partners with Pasco County Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) and the
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Florida Department of Health in Pasco County to execute Tobacco Free Florida grant initiatives in the county. Overall, the coalition strives to: • Eliminate flavored tobacco and secondhand smoke from Pasco County through voluntary policy change • Promote tobacco cessation through health education This diverse and dedicated group of partners collaborates with many local organizations in the community to build awareness of tobacco issues, build relationship with local and state policy makers, expand community support, and keep the conversation about tobacco issues alive! Community Outreach Some of the ways in which the Partnership mobilizes the community is through collaboration with local organizations and entities. Secondhand smoke is one of asthma’s great triggers and can further irritate the lungs. In addition to the onset of asthmas attacks, secondhand smoke can cause middle ear infections, eye irritations, headaches, and other complications.
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Over the recent months, both SWAT and the Partnership have educated local and state decision makers on the dangers of flavored tobacco to youth. Flavored tobacco products contain flavors like vanilla, orange, chocolate, cherry and coffee, are espe-
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or before the age of 18, a time when they are highly targeted by tobacco companies. Big Tobacco targets youth by marketing their products to make them more appealing to the youth by adding flavoring, using candy-like packaging and advertising in youth markets. In Pasco County alone, 1 in 5 kids between the ages of 11-17 have tried candy-flavored tobacco. Youth smoking rates have declined significantly over the years; however, products like smokeless tobacco and hookah are still popular among young adults. Youth work colThe Tobacco Free Partnership of Pasco laboratively with the Partnership to County partners with Pasco SWAT and educate their peers on the dangers of the Florida Department of Health in these products. Pasco County Currently 25% of the Partnership is comprised of youth and young cially attractive to youth. They are adults. Most of the youth serve on widely considered to be “starter” Pasco’s Student’s Working Against products, establishing tobacco habits that can lead to a lifetime of addiction. Tobacco Chapter. SWAT works to achieve a tobacco-free Pasco by eduOn February 2nd 2015, Co-Chair of the Partnership, Mykenzie Robertson, cating their peers about the harmful and SWAT presented to the Dade City effects of tobacco use, aiding current tobacco users in their efforts to quit, Council on this issue. As a result, the council passed a flavored tobacco reso- and influencing local events and pollution that urges local retailers to cease icy. As a result of youth participation, the Partnership gains insight into the the sale and marketing of flavored toyouth perspective on tobacco issues bacco products to youth. and encourages youth leadership. For more information about Youth Involvement SWAT and how to join, contact Nearly 90% of smokers began at
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Naomi Docilait at Naomi.Docilait@flhealth.gov or visit www.swatflorida.com. Partnership Committees The Partnership provides several opportunities for members to address their specific interests as it relates to tobacco prevention and cessation through the following committees: • Cessation Committee Encourages cessation and promotes local resources • Events Committee Organizes community outreach events, tobacco observances, and trainings • Secondhand Smoke Committee Works with multi-unit housing to create smoke-free housing and assists other entities to create clean air policies • Youth Prevention Committee Collaborates with Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) to create
tobacco free schools, restrict the sale of candy-flavored tobacco, and limit Big Tobacco’s marketing. Whether attending regular meetings, serving on a committee, or distributing information to the community, any amount of time donated to the partnership will help promote tobacco-free living in Pasco. Partnership meetings are held bimonthly on the Second Thursday of the month from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Rasmussen College in Land O’ Lakes. The general public, especially youth, who have a personal or professional stake in tobacco control are welcome to attend. For more information about joining the partnership, contact your Tobacco Free Florida county representative, Georgia Brieck at Georgia.Brieck@flhealth.gov or visit www.tobaccofreeflorida.com/ county/pasco.
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The Law Office of Charles S. Philips Helps You Understand How to Protect Yourself Under Florida’s No-Fault Law By Kim Thomas None of us want to ponder the possibility of being personally injured, or having a loved one injured, due to another person’s negligence. Unfortunately, it happens to families every day so it’s important to know your rights under Florida’s No-Fault law. I remember feeling terrified upon learning that our daughter’s car was struck by a vehicle running a red light at a Pasco County intersection. Seeing the crash, it was obvious her car was a total loss. My husband and I were anxious to lay eyes on our girl, who thankfully seemed okay, though bruised and shaken. Not sure of what to do, but knowing that I wanted my daughter’s rights protected in case she showed symptoms in the hours and days following the crash, I contacted The Law Office of Charles S. Philips, located in New Port Richey. Attorney Chuck Philips took time with us, explained the law to us, and thankfully, we ended up not needing legal representation. That was years ago, but then and now, Chuck Philips is respected and trusted by me, my work associates, and by many in the community. His innate kindness juxtaposed with his ability to turn up the heat in your case, either through legal argument or by filing a lawsuit, makes him unique and a good man to have in your corner if you need legal representation. He thoroughly evaluates individual cases and gives clients a realistic view of the possible outcome and their ability to recover financial compensation for injury, including lost work time, pain and suffering, and medical bills. With more than two decades of
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professional experience in Pasco and Pinellas Counties, Chuck Philips understands the ins and outs of Florida traffic laws and insurance claims. He served as a former Assistant State Attorney in Pinellas County for a total of approximately five years both in Traffic and Misdemeanor Divisions as Lead Trial Attorney, and also served as Felony Division Assistant for 2-1/2 of those years. Plus, his past experience as an Insurance Defense Attorney gives him an insider’s knowledge of the insurance companies, and how they handle claims. Additionally, for the last 20 years he has represented those who have been injured in an accident. In short, Attorney Philips has a unique perspective that he uses to his clients’ advantage in his practice. Through his experience in helping victims of auto accidents, Attorney Philips finds that many people are unaware of their rights under Florida’s No-Fault Law, which underwent important changes in 2013. The Law Office of Charles S. Philips kindly shared the following information about the Florida No-Fault Law with Neighborhood News & Lifestyles’ readers. Understanding Florida No-Fault Florida No-Fault requires each individual to self-insure for auto accident-related injuries, lost wages and medical bills. Florida drivers do this through purchasing Personal Injury Protection (PIP) as part of their auto insurance coverage. Florida insurance law only requires two types of coverage, each in the amount of $10,000. They are: Property Damage Liability Coverage (to repair someone’s property when we are at fault) and PIP (to pay our own accident-related medical expenses at 80%) up to $10,000. In
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general, Florida does not require the purchase of Bodily Injury Liability coverage, which is coverage that would pay for bodily injury to the other party when we are at fault. Therefore, when someone says they are “fully insured” in Florida, it does not necessarily mean they have anywhere near adequate coverage for themselves, or others. Attorney Philips says, “We are constantly asked by clients why their insurance company has to pay for their medical expenses, when the other party was clearly at fault. The answer is simple. Florida law requires it to be done that way.” Additionally, even though the minimum PIP required in Florida is $10,000, a PIP deductible can be purchased up to $1,000, under the current law. What You Need to Know About PIP Following an auto accident, you must seek medical treatment within 14 days. Generally, for the first visit following an accident, PIP allows you to see any doctor of your choosing, unlike an HMO or managed care plan, which may limit or dictate your choice. When you visit your treating doctor, advise them that you are there because of an auto accident and provide them the information from your auto policy. Your PIP coverage will pay for 80% of the “reasonable and customary” expenses related to your treatment, and you will begin to accrue an unpaid balance of the 20% not covered by PIP. After the initial visit (must be within 14 days of the accident), a medical opinion must be rendered by a medical doctor, doctor of osteopathic medicine, dentist, physician’s assistant,
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or registered nurse practitioner that the accidentrelated injuries constitute a need for immediate medical attention because of an Attorney Chuck Philips “emergency medical condition” which is defined as a medical condition that manifests itself by acute symptoms of sufficient severity, which may include severe pain, such that the absence of immediate medical attention could reasonably result in any of the following: 1) serious jeopardy to patient health; 2) serious impairment to bodily functions; 3) serious dysfunction of any bodily organ or part. The determination of an “emergency medical condition” cannot be made by a chiropractic physician as per the statutory requirements. If this medical opinion is not rendered, then the insured will be limited to $2,500 in PIP benefits. However, if the requirement is properly met, then the insured will be entitled to the maximum of $10,000 in PIP coverage benefits. If treatment is not sought within the initial 14 days after the accident, then the insured will be precluded from obtaining any PIP benefits. Another change: Massage therapy and acupuncture treatments have been excluded from the PIP statute and will not be covered treatment under the PIP coverage. If you have Medical Payments (MP) coverage on your auto policy, it
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will pay the 20% (that PIP won’t cover) as it is incurred. If you have no MP coverage, the 20% becomes part of your claim against the at-fault party’s Bodily Injury Liability coverage and will be included in any final settlement with the insurance company. While waiting for your case to settle, your doctor may request that you sign a Letter of Protection (LOP). This is an assurance by you and your attorney that the unpaid expenses will be paid out of the settlement of your claim. Any request for a LOP by your doctor should be discussed with your attorney before you sign. You may receive treatment under PIP until your benefits are exhausted or are terminated by your insurance company following an independent medical examination (IME). The settlement of your Bodily Injury Liability claim at the conclusion of your case does not affect your ability to receive treatment using your PIP. They are completely unrelated. In the event that an individual’s IME recommends no further treatment, yet there are ongoing medical issues, it’s imperative to have a knowledgeable and experienced attorney like Chuck Philips on your side to offer sincere and straightforward legal advice regarding whether you should
sue your PIP carrier to continue your benefits. Lost Wages Under PIP Should your treating physician write an order or prescription taking you off work for any period of time after an auto accident, your PIP will pay you 60% of your average weekly wage. Your employer will be asked to prepare a Wage and Salary Verification form showing your gross wages for the 13 weeks preceding the accident. This completed wage verification form must be submitted to your PIP carrier, and the PIP carrier must begin providing the PIP wages within 30 days of submission of the completed wage loss application, Wage and Salary Verification and physician off-work slips. The 40% of your wages not covered by PIP becomes part of your damages claim against the at-fault party’s insurance company. The at-fault party’s insurance carrier will make a one-time, lump sum settlement payment to you, which will include all of your damages. PIP Limits People typically select $10,000 for their PIP Limits on their auto insurance, although higher limits are available. It’s important to remember that every bill you incur will reduce your
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benefits. Be proactive and aware of what you are being charged for, the necessity of your treatment and its frequency. You have a limited amount of PIP benefits to pay for your medical bills and lost wages and once your limit is reached, your insurance company’s obligation to you is exhausted. Following an accident, your treating doctor may order you not to work because of your injuries, and this could be for an extended period. It may be in your best interest to request that your PIP insurer reserve your PIP benefits to pay your wage loss before paying medical bills. Otherwise, medical expenses submitted by providers could be paid first and diminish or eliminate the PIP funds that could be used to pay for your lost wages resulting in greater financial hardship for you. You may continue to obtain treatment under your PIP, health insurance plan or Medicare after your case is settled. Settlement with the at-fault party or under your own un-insured/underinsured motorist coverage does not terminate your right to continued treatment. However, your right to continued treatment under PIP is limited by the amount of benefits you chose (generally $10,000), and could be terminated following an Independent Medical Examination (IME).
However, barring an IME termination, you may treat under your PIP for 3 years, so long as you need treatment or until benefits are exhausted. That is why monitoring your expenses is important so that your benefits are not used unwisely and prematurely. Motorcyclists are not covered under Florida No-Fault, so they are excluded from the requirement of carrying PIP; however, Attorney Philips suggests that all motorcyclists purchase motorcycle insurance coverage in order to protect themselves in an auto accident claim because they cannot count on the at-fault party having sufficient Bodily Injury Liability as part of their insurance. If you ever need solid legal counsel following a personal injury incident, call The Law Office of Charles S. Philips, which has been assisting victims injured due to the negligence or recklessness of others since 2002. The Law Office of Charles S. Philips is located at 9400 River Crossing Blvd., Suite 103, in New Port Richey. Satellite offices are located in Citrus, Hernando, Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties. For more information, please call toll free (800) 844-8652 or (727) 4942008. Visit www.chuckphilips.com for full list of services.
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Orthodontic Specialists of Florida 30 Years & 32 Locations Built on Making Braces Convenient and Affordable for Everyone! By Kim Thomas A beautiful smile can change a mood, spark a conversation and even open the door to friendships and opportunities. Some people are blessed with straight teeth, but for those who aren’t, there is Orthodontic Specialists of Florida! Great smiles are created every day at Orthodontic Specialists of Florida, where the mission is to provide excellent orthodontic treatment in a stateof-the-art environment. If you are looking for an affordable and convenient path to a beautiful, straight smile for yourself or your children, Orthodontic Specialists of Florida has an office right near your neighborhood at 8817 Mitchell Boulevard in Trinity, where you’ll find top-notch care provided by a Board Certified Orthodontist and specially trained staff. Orthodontic Specialists of Florida offers a FREE initial X-Ray, Exam, and Consultation as well as pay in full discounts, no money down and zero per-
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cent interest options in order to best work with your budget. Affordability & Convenience For more than 30 years, founder and orthodontist Dr. Alan Shoopak, has worked to bring affordable and convenient orthodontic care to the families of Florida. Upon meeting Dr. Shoopak, the first thing one notices is how vibrant his personality is. In talking with him, there is genuine laughter scattered throughout the conversation because he truly loves to make people laugh. A Yonkers, New York native, he knew Florida was the place he wanted to be and he laughs as he admits the scuba program offered at the University of Tampa was a big pull for him as he kind of wanted to follow in the “fin” prints of Jacques Cousteau’s underwater adventures. Dr. Shoopak graduated from the University of Tampa and went on to Tufts School of Dental Medicine where he graduated in 1984 with his DMD and his Certificate in Orthodontics.
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Now with 32 locations throughout Florida, Dr. Shoopak reflects on starting his career and the challenges of trying to break into the Tampa market. “When I started practicing in Tampa, there were five orthodontists in the area and they really felt like there wasn’t room for another one.” That was back in the mid-eighties and the things that Dr. Shoopak was trying to bring to the field of orthodontics just weren’t heard of yet. For one, he wanted to make braces affordable to everyone; but in the eighties, most of the patients who were seeing an orthodontist were financially secure, and many people simply felt like they could not afford braces. Dr. Shoopak set out to change that. More than a friendly orthodontist, Dr. Shoopak is an entrepreneur and a visionary. He pioneered a new movement in orthodontics by taking out a small ad, putting an affordable price in print, and offering Saturday hours. Dr. Shoopak says that when his ads started circulating, it caused quite
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a controversy. In 1986, he was asked to appear before the Department of Professional Regulation in Tallahassee for a discussion about advertising. For a young orthodontist just getting started in the field, it was unnerving at best. “It was just unheard of back then,” he recalls. “They said, ‘What are you doing? No one advertises their medical practice.’ I was one of the first dentists to use TV and print ads, not realizing the stir it was going to cause.” Dr. Shoopak says that it actually turned into a productive meeting and that it was his ads and the controversy sparked by them that was instrumental in helping develop the universal codes and advertising in dentistry that are still used today. Another thing he did back then that was new to dentistry – he would work one day a week at local dental offices to offer their patients orthodontic care. Pretty soon, he was referring patients to dentists, who in turn sent patients to him. Building his business on referrals, Dr. Shoopak started seeing success and wanted to expand his reach to bring orthodontic care to individuals and families throughout Florida. “Now, I have eighteen doctors (orthodontists) working with me. We focus on patient care and providing the best quality work at every office,” says Dr.
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orthodontist. On top of four years of college, and four years of dental school, our doctors have an additional three years of orthodontic training.”
Dr. Alan Shoopak is proud to bring affordable braces to patients of all ages. Shoopak. It is also important to him that his staff is not only professional, but also happy and friendly. Though he is quick to point out that it is providing quality care that really built his business to 32 practices. “You can be nice, but without a
great product it isn’t going to work,” says Dr. Shoopak. “That’s why we’re here 30 years, because we provide excellent care in an efficient environment. A lot of general dentists are doing orthodontics now, but there is a difference between a general dentist and an
A Myriad of Smiles! Dr. Shoopak is proud of the myriad of smiles he has helped to make beautiful (the number of smiles is staggering when you start calculating!) and always uses his own smiling patients when advertising Orthodontic Specialists of Florida. His love of fun transfers over to his orthodontic offices, which have fun contests and twitter promotions for their patients. The smile contest is a big hit every year. The winners are set up with a professional photo shoot. One recent winner, in addition to being featured in Orthodontic Specialists of Florida’s ads, was able to use her photos from the shoot to promote her professional career as a television spokesperson in Miami. It is very important to Dr. Shoopak that every office of Orthodontic Specialists of Florida keeps true to the mission: To provide affordable, efficient, and quality orthodontic care in a family-friendly, neighborhood of-
fice. Dr. Shoopak demands the best from his offices and though he isn’t onsite at every office, he oversees them all and handpicks all Certified Orthodontists and their support staff. You’ll find top-notch care at any of the Orthodontic Specialists of Florida offices. Locally, there are several offices in the Tampa Bay Area including the Trinity area of New Port Richey, Palm Harbor, North Tampa at Carrollwood, New Tampa, Brandon, South Tampa, St. Petersburg, Largo and Spring Hill. If you are looking to get “straightened out” in Florida, Orthodontic Specialists of Florida wants to help. Braces aren’t a one-size-fits-all or one-stylefits-all, so whether you want Invisalign® braces, gold, silver, or ceramic braces, colored bands or plain, Orthodontic Specialists of Florida has a plan that will put a smile on your face! Orthodontic Specialists of Florida has a location near your neighborhood at 8817 Mitchell Blvd. in New Port Richey, which can be reached at (727) 376-3600. Find much more information, including a Smile Gallery, online at www.Florida4Braces.com.
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Introducing The Little Owl Learning Academy, Now Enrolling in Trinity! By Julie Kanehl Great news! The Little Owl Learning Academy is now enrolling for their summer and fall programs! Due to open in June, The Little Owl Learning Academy (LOLA) is currently in its final phases at Trinity’s Foxwood Commerce Park at the corner of Duck Slough Boulevard and Trinity Boulevard. Serving families from all over the Trinity area, LOLA is an independently owned and operated child care facility that will offer the highest quality care and education for children from six months old through VPK, as well as after school care for children as old as twelve. LOLA couldn’t be opening at a better time, what with all the growth in the Trinity area, and the many parents looking for top-notch facilities that they can trust to educate and
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properly take care of their children while they are at work. As most parents know, finding a school is more than registering your child and filling out the paperwork. It’s about the peace of mind that comes with knowing your children are in a safe learning environment where they are well cared for and happy. The Little Owl Learning Academy is a dream come true for Director Sindy Ortiz, who wanted to create a facility that had modern technology combined with the warmth and coziness that is so important in a child’s school. She said, “I want it to be a friendly place, like a second home for the children. I want it to be warm, inviting and friendly!” LOLA’s 19,000-square-foot, 12classroom facility is said to be one-ofa-kind, and local families are getting very excited about it. The Little Owl Learning Academy’s focus will be to combine a proven handson learning curriculum, technology that teaches and protects, and good old-fashioned
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play with nutritional awareness and an eco-friendly campus where children will learn and grow. LOLA: Putting Safety First, Technology at the Forefront & Respecting the Environment Designed as a year-round program for families who need childcare and after school care for their children, LOLA is far more than a day care provider. The first in Pasco County to offer the state approved Mother Goose Time™ curriculum, children who attend The Little Owl Learning Academy have the opportunity to benefit from a well-rounded early education that aims to help every child succeed. Additionally, touch-screen technology will be available for students, giving the children who attend LOLA the opportunity to see far beyond the walls of their school, and giving them the chance to see and learn through multiple mediums. Safety is going to be a top priority at LOLA; in fact, Sindy says, “We’re
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going to have a series of security precautions in place with our security system including a pin number being required simply to get into the lobby, and a fingerprint or additional pin to be near the children. We will also be setting up security cameras in all of the classrooms, playgrounds and exterior areas of the school.” Another safety precaution that has been set in place is one that many parents have never seen before: One of their outdoor playgrounds will be in the interior courtyard of the school! This is great for teachers and for the younger children, and it has the added benefit of keeping the playground safe from anyone being near them that shouldn’t be. Obviously The Little Owl Learning Academy will be safe and technology-friendly, but another thing that sets them apart is their commitment to being nutrition-friendly as well. Meals will be cooked on-site at LOLA, offering children hot, fresh, nutritional options. Sindy said, “We
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School! With all of the growth happening in Trinity, finding a school that not only fulfills a crucial need but enriches your child’s life is super important to the owner and growing staff at The Little Owl Learning Academy. That’s why for Sindy, it’s important to hire the right people. Sindy says, “We are hiring qualified lead and assistant Little Owl Learning Academy is now enrolling. Photo taken at initial groundbreak- teachers right now, as well as a cook and an assistant cook!” If ing: (L-R) Director Sindy Ortiz; Robert Mejill; Architect John L. Kenner with Keener Architecture; Mariana Espido, Project Manager for Keener; Eric S. Gordon, you’re looking for a rewarding and fulfilling position, contact Director of pre-construction services for DeLotto J.O. DeLotto and Sons The Little Owl Learning will only use minimally processed will give children the opportunity to Academy today! foods such as whole grains, proteins, experience what it’s like to plant a and things like chicken breasts in our seed and see it blossom. This is so imRegister Now to Take Part menus. No high fructose corn syrups portant for children! in Special Offers! or unnecessary sugars.” She adds, Additionally, LOLA’s goal is to Right now, The Little Owl Learn“I’m also planning on incorporating a use eco-friendly tools and supplies ing Academy is offering local families fitness class, and teaching them how wherever possible, decreasing their some extra incentives including a speto exercise and live right.” ecological footprint while teaching im- cial discount on tuition! If you preWhen you ask many children portant lessons to children about recyregister by June 5, 2015 and save where food comes from, most of cling, re-purposing and thinking up to $250 on the first month! them will tell you they come from outside the box! They’ve also eliminated a registration their favorite grocery store! That’s fee for all of 2015! That’s awesome! why LOLA has put plans in place for LOLA is Growing! Be a Part of For more information about their proan organic garden on campus! This This Exciting, Forward Thinking gram, the cost of tuition, or their cur-
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riculum, contact LOLA today. The Little Owl Learning Academy is now enrolling for their summer and fall programs, and you can register online! LOLA is located at 10911 Foxwood Commerce Dr. in Trinity, at the corner of Trinity Blvd. and Duck Slough Blvd. For more information please call 727992-3253, find them on Facebook or visit online at www.learningacademylola.com. Stay tuned to the Trinity Area Neighborhood News &Lifestyles paper for more information regarding LOLA’s upcoming Open House!
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I WAS IN DENIAL (and not the river in Egypt) By Dee Spitler – Owner, Zounds Hearing Prescott & Sedona, AZ If I had not gotten into the hearing aid business, I may still be in that river. I never thought “I” would have a hearing loss. Who me? I did pretty well with most people and most situations. It was easy to be in denial. However, looking back at the risks, my lifestyle and work environments, it is understandable that I would have a hearing loss. Hearing loss occurs over time, with exposure to loud noises. Everyday objects such as leaf blowers, food processors, hair dryers and coffee grinders slowly damage the human ear and affect hearing loss. It is no surprise that with today’s noisy lifestyle 38 million Americans experience hearing loss. What is surprising to me (now) is how many people do nothing about it. I used to be one of them. In my late fifties, I began avoiding parties and noisy restaurants. Family gatherings were a strain with so many people talking at once. I was embarrassed to ask people to repeat them-
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selves. I would bluff or guess at the questions or subjects. I noticed I would watch people’s lips more than their eyes. These are common reactions and can lead to withdrawal from social interaction, anxiety, loss of self-esteem and even depression. I know, because this is what happened to me, and I never realized it was due to a gradual hearing loss. After becoming a Zounds franchisee I got my hearing tested and tried on a pair of Zounds hearing aids. At first, I just thought it would be a good thing to relate to our clients. I am really surprised how much better my life is now due to wearing my aids every day. I am back to enjoying family and friends, even in noisy situations. I can hear my grandchildren. I can even hear Dusty, my wife, from the next room. My TV is back to a normal level. I hear sounds in nature that I did not realize I had been missing. Becoming a Zounds franchisee changed my life in more ways than one, and changing lives is the foundation of Zounds Hearing.
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Zounds is located at 5312 Little Road in New Port Richey Sam Thomasson, founder and CEO of Zounds Hearing, experienced first-hand the frustrations of hearing loss and hearing aids that didn’t work properly. His daughter, Kate, suffered severe hearing loss as a toddler, due to a sudden illness. Sam watched as his daughter experienced the pain of
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squealing hearing aids among other common hearing aid frustrations. Sam knew that if Kate was to have the life she deserved she would need a better hearing aid, and as an accomplished electrical engineer, he was able to do something about it. Zounds Hearing is the culmina-
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tion of years of hard work and dedication. The company now holds 57 ground breaking patents that have enabled Zounds Hearing to dramatically improve the performance of hearing aids, with features such as Intuitive Noise Cancellation™ (eliminating up to 90% of background noise), Live Speech Mapping, Dynamic Feedback Cancellation™ and so much more. Sam not only created a better life for his daughter, he also helped change the life of so many who have experienced hearing loss. Are you in denial? Take this simple questionnaire: • Do you often ask people to repeat themselves? • Have trouble hearing in groups? • Think others mumble? • Fail to hear someone talking behind you? • Turn up the volume on the TV?
• Have difficulty on the phone? • Dread going to noisy restaurants and parties? If you answered yes to several of these questions . . . you may have a hearing loss. Get out of denial and get tested. It is easy, painless, and at Zounds Hearing it’s free. Get back to living the quality of life you deserve. Zounds of New Port Richey and Spring Hill are proud that their fellow franchisee took action on his hearing loss. Too often people with hearing loss don’t even realize they are experiencing negative effects due to diminished hearing. Take your first step out of denial today. Call Zounds Hearing now for your free, no obligation, hearing exam: Spring Hill (352) 398-4770 New Port Richey (727) 4316422 See Coupon in ad on page 44.
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Pride of ownership shows in this villa that is light, bright, neutral in color to go with anyone's dĂŠcor! Once you enter into the home you have soaring lace ceilings throughout. There is tile flooring in the foyer w/a closet. The living room has carpet, ceiling fan and surround sound speakers already in place. The dining room has plenty of room for entertaining and the sliders have custom valance w/drapes. The kitchen has ecru color cabinets, tile backsplash, closet pantry and a wonderful breakfast nook area w/custom valance & drapes. The master bedroom has plenty of room for all your pieces and it has two walk in closets. The master bath has dual sinks, linen closet & walk in shower. The guest bedroom has custom drapes and a large walk in closet. Laundry room has washer, dryer & utility sink. The lanai has such a tranquil view of the pond that you and your guests will enjoy! This community offers many events and activities that your social calendar will always be full! $200,000
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Brain Balance Achievement Centers Offers Summer Programs For Children Who Need It! By Julie Kanehl If you’re the parent of a child who is struggling, it can feel frustrating and overwhelming trying to find answers. In a world where children don’t always fit into the parameters set by lawmakers, it can be confusing when your child doesn’t meet the “norm.” Brain Balance Achievement Centers can help. The Brain Balance program is completely unique in that it individually assesses your child and combines years of research and scientific facts with professionals who are educated, experienced and ready to help. Their holistic, one-on-one approach has helped children succeed beyond their parents’ wildest dreams. The Brain Balance Achievement Center of Oldsmar is located at 4022 Tampa Road, just a few minutes from East Lake, Palm Harbor, Trinity, Carrollwood and Tampa. If you have a child who has trouble making friends, throws temper tantrums on a regular basis, or has a learning disability, be it dyslexia, ADD, ADHD, processing disorders, Asperger’s, OCD, or even Autism, the Brain Balance program has been proven to help. This program brings hope to parents and families of children who have any kind of learning, social, or developmental disability. Even if you don’t have a diagnosis, Brain Balance
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is willing to help. Brain Balance doesn’t believe in simply trying to “catch kids up.” Their goal is to get to the root of the problem, and the problem usually can be found in a “disconnect” between the two hemispheres of the brain. Scientifically, if the two halves of the brain are not working together properly, there can be issues with communication including: speech and cognitive understanding; the inability to pick up on social cues and contexts; visual-spatial concerns; body and motor-skill issues; and problems focusing. After entering the program and being assessed, Brain Balance provides a wide range of tools that can help your individual child learn to succeed. The program includes Nutritional Counseling Sessions, weekly sensory motor and cognitive exercises, daily core exercises at home, and school/teacher meetings. It’s a commitment that many families travel all over the country to make, and we are blessed to have one of the top Brain Balance Achievement Centers right here in our back yard. You don’t have to feel like your child is slipping through the cracks. The Brain Balance Achievement Center of Oldsmar can help. While the Brain Balance program sees K-12 kids year-round, there is a three-month summer
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program beginning shortly that is a great chance for parents to experience what Brain Balance has to offer. It is a great opportunity for your child to take part in an individual comprehensive program to get your child back on track and ready for the new school year. Be sure to enroll early for the Brain Balance Summer Program. You can receive six extra sessions at no additional cost, which is a savings of $1,000 if you enroll on or before May 8, 2015. This three-month, 36session program should be completed in time for your child’s regular
fall school schedule. One parent said, “Brain Balance has improved our lives immensely! My son is happier; he is excelling in school and the family is benefiting from the reduced stress and increased peace.” The Brain Balance Achievement Center of Oldsmar is located at 4022 Tampa Rd., Suite 6. For more information or to schedule a tour, please call 813-475-6977. You can also email them directly at oldsmar@brainbalancecenters.com, or visit online at www.brainbalancecenters.com.
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Law Enforcement Deputy of the Year Joe Liddick & K-9 Ace Have Tracked and Located 275 People, and Still Counting! By Marcy Sanford In March, the Pasco County Sheriff’s Department named its six 2015 Employees of the Year, who were recognized in different categories for their exemplary work performance during the previous year. Among the six and recipient of the 2015 Law Enforcement Deputy of the Year is Deputy Joe Liddick and K-9 Ace from the K-9 Unit. Liddick and his K-9 partner Ace have successfully tracked and located 275 people since they’ve been working together. Most of those were the bad guys, but sometimes they are called to help locate a missing and endangered innocent person. The pair consistently leads the unit in catches and people located, and holds the record for the most catches in a single year. Liddick and Ace are certified as an Explosive Ordnance Detection Team and are part of the Tampa Bay Regional Bomb Squad. “Ace is a great dog to have as a partner,” says Deputy Liddick. “We have been working together since he was eight months old. At home, he is a regular dog who likes to play with kids and other animals but when I put on my uniform, he is ready to go to work with me. He is a tracking machine and can catch a scent from up to a mile away. Once he has caught the scent, nothing can stop him.”
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Just this past year Deputy Liddick and Ace located 52 people. Deputy Liddick started out the year assisting District 2 STAR units in the apprehension of a suspect wanted in more than 30 burglaries in the Lake Bernadette area of Zephyrhills. The suspect fled from deputies but Liddick and Ace were able to track and locate the suspect hiding in a garage. In another case, the team tracked a couple of prolific offenders from District 1 who had fled from a stolen vehicle. “When someone has committed a crime or is on the run, they emit an adrenaline scent that Ace and other K-9 dogs can key on to. He is an amazing dog. No machine could ever replicate what he does.” “The job is very dangerous but it is also very exciting and very rewarding. You never know who you are chasing or where you will end up. We’ve gone all through the woods in this county and into swamps in the middle of the night. It is a little unsettling to see gator eyes glowing in the swamps when you are wading through them. But any where that a criminal can hide, that is where we have to go.” Bad guys are not the only ones the team has located. Deputy Liddick and Ace were called out to search for a missing 80-year-old man who had gone into the woods to look for a lost remote controlled plane. The missing man was diabetic and had been missing for 2 hours when the K-9 team began their
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search. Deputy Liddick and Ace found the man several hundred yards into the woods, cut up from briars, and having a diabetic episode. Deputy Liddick called for emergency medical personnel and the man was soon given life-saving medical attention. “It’s great to get to work with Ace. Every day at work for him is like play. He thinks it is one big game. He
is great at tracking people and loves what he does,” says Deputy Liddick. “He makes me look good.” Editor’s Note: Neighborhood News & Lifestyles would like to extend congratulations to all six of the 2015 Pasco County Sheriff’s Department Employees of the Year: Civilian of the Year – Steve Hiebert from the
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Intelligence-Led Policing Unit; Law Enforcement Deputy of the Year – Deputy Joe Liddick and K-9 Ace from the K-9 Unit; Court Services Deputy of the Year – Detention Cpl. Mark Bleser; Detective of the Year – Property Crimes Detective William “Jody” Smallwood; Law Enforcement Field Training Officer of the Year – FTO Stephanie Regan;
and Court Services Field Training Officer of the Year – Deputy William Valentine. Thank you to to all of the law enforcement officers and Sheriff’s Department employees for your hard work and dedication. Your community appreciates you!
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Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine You Can Achieve Harmonious Balance in Your Body! By Katie Thomas Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, located on Healthcare Drive in Trinity, offers a holistic approach to healing. Dr. Yongjian Chen welcomes patients of all ages to her office in Trinity to help bring their bodies back to balance. Dr. Chen focuses on a whole body approach to healing through the traditional practices of acupuncture, cupping, Oriental medicine, herbal remedies, and other body balancing techniques to help you attain optimum health. Originally from Shanghai, China, Dr. Chen is a Florida-licensed Acupuncture Physician. After earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Professional Health Services and her Master’s in Oriental Medicine, Dr. Chen continued her studies through advanced training in Acupuncture and Gynecology at Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She has studied with Dr. Jin Zhang, who is
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one of the four most respected Acupuncture Masters in the world as stated by the United Nations’ Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization. Dr. Chen grew up in a family whose beliefs matched that of her own practice today – “to heal from within.” Dr. Chen’s grandfather owned an herbal pharmacy in China while she was growing up and was considered a healer and expert on herbal supplements by many. Following in a family tradition, Dr. Chen is the third generation in her family to carry on the practice of Oriental medicine and traditional healing through an age-old art. You may be thinking, “Acupuncture? No Way! I can’t see how sticking needles in myself will help balance my body.” First, let me assure you that the needles are very fine and tiny – they do not hurt! I had Dr. Chen ease one into my right inner wrist and I barely noticed when she inserted the needle. The needles are literally hair-thin! Sec-
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ond, Acupuncture has been around for several thousand years. Practitioners of Acupuncture believe that one’s good health depends on a balanced distribution of chi (universal energy) throughout the meridian network, which is a complex network that transports and directs chi to every part of your body from head to toe, including your organs. Balancing and redistributing chi throughout the body and body systems (skeletal, muscular, endocrine, circulatory, digestive, respiratory, urinary, reproductive and nervous) leads to everything working together to make for a healthier body. In order to restore the harmonious chi (energy that flows through your body), Dr. Chen uses needles to stimulate blocked areas that are called acupoints. When a needle comes in contact with chi, many patients say they experience a slight tingling. When I tried acupuncture, I felt a tiny tingle and a relaxing sensation throughout my body.
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Dr. Yongjian Chen What Symptoms Can Acupuncture Treat? Since acupuncture works to redirect your energy throughout your body to your organs, muscles, nerves and the immune system, it can be used to improve blood circulation, to balance your body and help fight disease. Dr. Chen explained that many conditions are successfully treated with acupuncture and Oriental Medicine including chronic pain, headaches and migraines, as well as allergies, respiratory problems, gynecological issues including fertility issues, as well as hormonal problems, PMS, and an array of other issues that can bring our bodies out of balance. She has success-
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possible for a complete recovery without having to resort to medicines of any kind and now I can enjoy being outside again without any discomfort at all.” Dr. Chen is passionate about helping patients navigate their way to better health and will evaluate you to see what will work best for your body. AcupuncPatients are made very comfortable in a relaxing ture is just one of many environment at Dr. Chen’s office in Trinity tools in Dr. Chen’s medifully helped patients with skin probcine chest. She has great knowledge of lems such as acne and eczema. Her pa- Chinese herbs and other herbal remetients have found a better quality of dies that promote healing and treat a life after Dr. Chen has helped them wide variety of symptoms. She uses Inwith conditions that have affected jection Therapy, a non-steroid injectheir daily lives such as poor circulation that doses the body with vitamins tion, indigestion, sports injuries, uriand other natural substances to restore nary problems, insomnia and more. the body’s balance. Moxibustion uses Dr. Chen’s patient Stephen healing herbal heat to stimulate shares, “I am a 56-year-old male and acupuncture points in order to reduce being treated by Dr. Chen for over 12 inflammation and pain, and improve months now. My initial diagnosis was immune function. Electro-Stimulation varied with many areas of pain that sends small electric currents into body were looked at overall to help my gen- through tiny needles. Chinese Medicieral wellbeing. This was achieved even nal Massage is a form of Asian bodyat the first session. But I had multiple work that focuses in on acupuncture levels of pain in different areas on my points on the body that relieve chronic body that had to be seen to and this pain. was done on a weekly basis. Dr. Chen Cupping Therapy really interested has never given up trying to help me me. This method utilizes glass cups to and find out what works for me as an create a suction that pulls out toxins individual, she is a caring and truly and relieves muscle tension. I received professional person who shows comthis treatment from Dr. Chen and was passion and understanding that I truly able to breathe better, move better, appreciate.” and it completely loosened all the tense knots in my back! I gave her a All-Natural Allergy Relief big hug after my cupping and In addition to being a skilled acupuncture session because I truly acupuncturist, Dr. Chen specializes in felt relaxed, euphoric and happy. helping people with allergies through One of these therapies alone may N.A.E.T. (Nambudripad Allergy Elim- work for you, or Dr. Chen may preination Techniques), which focuses on scribe a treatment plan that combines re-programming the brain and nerva few different therapies along with an ous system to help desensitize you to herbal regimen. Every body is differcommon allergens. Acupuncture and ent, so every individual’s treatment Oriental Medicine patient Donna says, plan is different too. “I came to Dr. Chen with severe allerDr. Chen is a lovely person and as gies to oak, grass, and weed pollen. It a physician, she is passionate about was so horrible I had to stay inside and helping her patients. Through the exeven that did not work well. I was so ploration of ancient techniques such as overwhelmed by pollen that it affected acupuncture and herbal therapy, Dr. my digestion. I was limited to vegetaChen wants to help you restore balbles, grains and very small amounts of ance to your body systems and help fruit. If I ate anything else I would you find improved overall health. have severe inflammation, swelling of Acupuncture and Oriental the face, nasal congestion and asthma Medicine is located at 1842 Health attacks. I went to Dr. Chen for Care Drive in Trinity. She accepts acupuncture and NAET treatment. insurances and offers free consultaThe relief I got was immediate. After tions. Please call (727) 807-7826 25 hours I was able to go outside and for an appointment. resume my normal activities with no Find more information online symptoms at all. Dr. Chen has made it www.acupunctureorientalmed.com. Trinity Area Neighborhood News & Lifestyles
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“Cleaning Angels” Continued from page 1 bonded with an elderly lady under Hospice care and she was the inspiration behind the name of the company. Donna is still emotional as she recalls bonding with her client and giving her a crystal angel. Just before passing, the lady referred to Donna as her cleaning angel. Years later, after falling and breaking her ankle, Donna hired her first employee. Now, bigger and better than ever, with 22 employees and 24 years later, Donna has built the number one cleaning service in Tampa Bay, which offers exceptional service and a superior outcome. The fully licensed, bonded and insured company provides you with a team of “cleaning angels” who are background checked, drug-free and covered by worker’s compensation. They also adhere to all OSHA rules. This is important for Donna’s employees’ protection, as well as her clients’ protection. “I have one customer who [previous to hiring Donna’s Cleaning Angels] had hired an individual who did not carry workman’s compensation,” explains Donna. “This person
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was not wearing non-slip shoes and ended up falling while cleaning the shower and hitting her head sustaining a serious injury. She sued the homeowner and won. My clients don’t have to worry about that because I carry the liability.” Donna’s Cleaning Angels work as a team, and they are always presentable and friendly, with matching uniforms and non-slip shoes. They bring everyYou’ll love having Donna’s Cleaning Angels walk in your door, uniformed and carrying all thing they need to cleaning supplies needed to get your home sparkling clean! provide you with an exceptional down before every clean.” products to use. We never use bagcleaning. Donna explains, “My teams Donna continues, “I offer a very less vacuums because they are unsanicome in with a large canvas kit with unique and personable cleaning servtary. Our vacuums are commercial all of their cleaning supplies, all of grade, and include a stair vacuum, an ice. My teams spend twice the time which are of the highest quality and as other services for less money. upright vacuum and a canister vackept in separate plastic bags. The There is a lot more to providing a uum. The bags are changed often cleaning teams are trained on what good cleaning service than just the and they are checked and wiped
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cleaning. It’s the care and professionalisms that comes from all of us, from management, to the scheduling, down to the teams who really care about doing a great job.” The cleaning teams check off a list, covering everything from baseboards to the ceiling fans to the stainless steel hood over the stove. A team leader is on every job. “The girls are happy when they work together,” says Donna. “It’s safer for them and they have good energy together.” Plus, the teammates hold each other accountable and checks behind each other to make sure nothing is missed. Comment cards, meetings with the staff, and client calls to make sure the job was done correctly also help ensure customers are not only happy with the first cleaning, but every cleaning with Donna’s Cleaning Angels. The angels clean the Florida homes of folks from as far away as Alaska and even Canada! “This is not a cleaning service that is done at four o’clock,” says Donna. “My office manager Maria – who by the way is outstanding - and I are here from seven a.m. until eight or nine at night. I have been doing
this for 24 years and I have plenty of references to provide people with, not only from customers but from many businesses in the area who know of me because I support other local businesses and restaurants.” Sylvia and Marcus Hernandez, who own Hernandez Accounting Solutions, Inc. in Land O’ Lakes, have used Donna’s Cleaning Angels for over eight years. Sylvia says, “Donna’s Cleaning Angels is a very reliable company. The staff is friendly and professional. The price is reasonable and they do a really good job.” Donna has had many articles in Neighborhood News & Lifestyles and says there are a lot of times when people find out the name of her business and say, “Oh I hear good things about your service.” She says, “I have one client who told me she’d been reading my stories for five years. She said, ‘I knew that one day when I needed to hire a cleaning service, it would be you.’ Then she gave me a big hug and said that she felt like she’s known me for a long time.” People like knowing Donna’s background and the work ethic she learned from her hard-working Italian and French Canadian family in
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the small town of Gorham, in the white mountains of New Hampshire where her family has owned an Italian restaurant for over 67 years. Donna explains, “The dedication and success in my cleaning business is due to the closeness of my wonderful family. I am proud and honored to say that I am following in the footsteps of my parents and grandparents. We know how to cook, clean and we give 100 percent to the business.” Reflecting, Donna says, “At the end of the day I thank God for my
blessings – the great people who work for me, a great business, my health, my home, my loved ones and my family. God bless you all.” If you are ready for a heavenly clean, please call Donna’s Cleaning Angels at 727-942-8289. The company services Pasco, Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties. Gift certificates are available. If you are a customer of Donna’s Cleaning Angels, it is possible to receive a free cleaning by referring a friend; please call for details.
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“Insurance” Continued from page 1 mobile insurance (which also includes insurance for boats and other water crafts, motorcycles and more), homeowner’s insurance, life insurance and even health insurance. Additionally they are able to offer financial solutions that can help keep your finances on track while you achieve financial goals such as saving for retirement or planning for your child’s education. Mo Ward says, “I’m proud to work with a company like Allstate. The life insurance companies owned by Allstate are committed to honesty, fairness and integrity in all our customer contacts involving the sale and servicing of individual life insurance and annuities.” In addition to providing Allstate insurance options, one of the benefits of working with an agency like this one, is that they also offer options from other companies with regard to certain kinds of insurance. For example, Allstate isn’t currently writing homeowner insurance policies, but that doesn’t mean they can’t provide for their customers! They offer a wide range of competitively priced insur-
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ance policies that give their customers options. Jackie Cicchese-Basak says, “They handle our insurance and are a pleasure to deal with.” From Hurricane Preparedness to Saving for College, the Mo Ward Allstate Agency Can Help! In a world of ever-changing insurance options, laws that are always being adjusted, and the fine print that accompanies both of these realities, it can be difficult to find the right insurance for you or your family. That’s why it’s so important to work with someone who has your best interest in mind, someone who knows the ins and outs of the insurance industry and is up-to-date on the latest requirements. At the Mo Ward Allstate Insurance Agency, they are committed to the necessary continued education that is so important in this field. Steve said, “We pride ourselves on always re-educating ourselves on our own, more than for our licenses.” For those of us who live in the Sunshine State, we’re blessed with the ins and outs of hurricane preparedness. We pride ourselves on staying unless we really have to go, and we
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The Ward Family at Mo Ward Allstate Insurance is your friendly local Allstate Team and are ready to serve you in all of your insurance needs. know our way around the grocery store when we’re buying up supplies. When the spinning red graphic spins away from our area, we happily stash our supplies and throw hurricane parties, but insurance is about the “what ifs.” What if we had to be truly prepared for the unspeakable? The truth of the matter is that many people think they only need flood insurance if they are in a re-
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quired flood-insurance area. The truth is, your homeowner’s insurance only covers floods if the water comes from your home. So, if your plumbing causes the problem, your homeowner’s insurance policy will cover you. But, if it’s from rainwater or flooding caused by weather, that’s an entirely different matter. The waters can become particularly muddy when you have a pool that floods from rain
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due to the weather. To give you another example, most homeowners assume that their screened pool enclosure is covered by their policy, when they aren’t covered by a basic policy. You need to know if you are covered, and the Mo Ward Allstate Agency can help you make sure that you are. Steve says, “We offer homeowner check-ups! We can help you make sure that you have the coverage you want and the coverage that you need.” He adds, “We go to you or you can come to us!”
Offering free estimates and free check-ups, the Mo Ward Allstate Agency offers the most important thing out there: Peace of mind. Soon, they will be opening a new location in the Trinity area, so stay tuned to Trinity Area Neighborhood News & Lifestyle for updates! The Mo Ward Allstate Insurance Agency is located at 9344 Little Road in New Port Richey and is open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. –5 p.m., as well as by appointment. For more information, please call (727) 862-2886.
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PAINTING – General Painting Services. Interior & Exterior Painting. Pressure-Washing, Minor Stucco & Carpentry Repairs. Wallpaper Removal, Drywall & Texture repairs. Popcorn Re-nourishment. Deck Coatings For: Garage & Pool Decks, Patios & Lanais. Staining & Varnish. Clean DropCloths. Peter Swiderski, Painting Contractor, Licensed & Insured. LP-05382. For Estimates Call (727) 849-3600 Imaginative Design. Est. 1996. If you can see it, I can paint it! Custom, hand painted murals. Specializing in baby and children's rooms, homes, libraries and businesses. Free estimates. Reasonable prices. Call Diane of Trinity Fl at 727-494-7993. KRISTIN's CLEANING SERVICE GREAT PRICES TOO. If you have a small home or condo rates start at only $40 for 2 hours. $10 for additional 3rd hour. I supply ALL cleaning products. 100% reliable. Mom of 8 with over 20 years experience! Pet Friendly, Excellent references. Angie's List Service Award Winner. Calls or TEXTS best (727)423-4997 AFFORDABLE PET SITTER. My Place or Yours. 100% Reliable Pet Lover. I have 10 acres for your pup to romp & play on. Also, daily visits or walking starting at $13 Doggy day care (great if you work long hours). We will treat your pets like family! Someone is typically home so they will get plenty of attention. Over 10 years experience. Angie's List Service Award Winner. Calls or TEXTS BEST (727)423-4997 Kristin Certified Nurse Assistant. Licensed, caring and reliable. Independent and in your home. Over 25 years experience in taking care of the elderly with various illnesses. Short term or long term care available. Servicing New Port Richey, Trinity, Palm Harbor, Clearwater and Belleair. Call Lucille at 727-657-8414. Email: Ladyharvey43@gmail.com. Lic #: 186529 PROFESSIONAL WINDOW CLEANING by GREAT PANES 18 years of servicing homeowners: Any type home, any windowany where. Screen, sill and track cleaning included. FREE, simple, NO PRESSURE Estimate. My promise: “You owe me nothing until you are 100% satisfied!” Licensed and insured. Call Tom 727-777-6030 www.greatpanesfl.com GUITAR LESSONS 4 FOR $45. Beginner's intermediate to advanced one on one guitar lessons. Over 15 years teaching and 30 years playing. Four half hour weekly lessons for $45 Call Chris at 727-366-3480 LOW COST PRESSURE CLEANING. HOUSES • POOL CAGES • DRIVEWAYS AND SIDEWALKS • POOL DECKS • PVC FENCES • CLEAN OUT GUTTERS • CALL DARIN. www.low-
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A NEW LOOK Pressure Washing-2 car driveway $55 (includes all front sidewalks). Add $10ea. for 3 car and corner lots. Most Pool Decks & Cage $125. Fascia, soffits, gutters $100-$125 or whole home exterior most $150-$200. Fences $1per foot. Landscape cleanup and odd jobs too. www.anewlookpw.com. Call Randy 727271-2920
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Mary's Cleaning Service - Licensed, Insured & Bonded professional serving Pasco, Pinellas & Hillsborough Counties. No home too large or small. We supply all the necessary cleaning products that will leave your home looking & smelling wonderful! We are a pet friendly company & treat your pets & home as if they were our own. Weekly, biweekly & monthly rates available. Call for a free in home estimate today & get all of your housecleaning needs fulfilled. Call Mary (727) 389-0347
Dyslexia/Reading Interventionist- Wilson Certified Reading Teacher and Certified Teacher (K-8) with over 20 years teaching experience. Offers dyslexia screening and interventions for children with dyslexia and other language processing differences. Scientifically proven effective interventions are used to teach the dyslexic child. If your child struggles in school, I can help! Call (727)482-4118 and visit my website odysseydyslexiaservices.com
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LAWN CARE - GREEN WITH ENVY. Fertilization Lawn, Shrub and Pest Control Specialist. Hire Green with Envy and hire your neighbor. We have over 22 years in the business. We would love to earn your business! Full Service Chemical Company, Liquid & Granular Fertilization, Weed Control and Insect Control. Call Green with Envy for a free estimate and ask us about a Trinity neighbor discount. We are licensed and insured. (727) 772-4177. J&J ALUMINUM & RESCREENING INC. New Pool enclosures, patios, lanais, etc. Rescreening your existing areas. Great prices! Excellent work! SCC#131157465. DON'T DELAY CALL J&J TODAY! (727)9922923 Jessie SCREENING & RESCREENING SERVICES: Pool Enclosures, Lanais, Florida Rooms, Screen Rooms. Vinyl Film Windows, Vinyl Film Replacement, Vinyl Film Window Cleaning. Pressure Cleaning, Pool Enclosures, Pool Decks, Drives & Sidewalks. Licensed CBC 057155, Insured, Family Owned & Operated. Wayne Allen Building Contractor 727-842-6100. ADDITIONS & REMODELS: Complete design build services for Additions, Remodels, Kitchen and Bath Makeovers, Screen Enclosures, Universal Design, Storm Shutters, Soffit and Fascia Repairs. Local family owned and operated since 1990 – certified building contractor # CBC 057155 – www.mywabc.com. Wayne Allen Building Contractor 727-842-6100. Reliable and honest cleaning lady offering
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FAMILY OWNED AND OWNER OPERATED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR. Owner performs all jobs. We offer many services, from switch replacements to panel changes and spa hook ups. Reasonable rates. Keep this ad on your refrigerator, we do troubleshooting as well! Licensed, EC13005494, and insured. For all your electrical needs call CHARGER ELECTRICAL SERVICES @ 727-9375999.
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TRINITY REGIONAL REHAB CENTER, THE LEADER IN SKILLED NURSING AND REHABILITATION, HAS ONE OPENING FOR AN LPN OR RN. THIS IS AN EXTREMELY RARE OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN THE FIVE STAR, STATE OF THE ART FACILITY. PLEASE APPLY AT: 2144 WELBILT BOULEVARD, TRINITY OR www.trinityregionalrehab.com. Pristine Dry Clean & Alterations currently hiring PT/FT Dry Clean Counter Customer Service; must have morning and Saturday availability; Apply within at 23388 SR 54 Lutz, FL 33549 or by email at PristineDryClean@outlook.com; (813) 9098999
Trinity Fitness Center and Weight Loss Clinic LOOKING to fill positions in Sales!! Rodan + Fields Skin Care Line needs business reps who are passionate about helping others with skin care treatment products and earning commission based pay! ALSO, looking for a eager self starter as a weight loss coach!! Commission based pay for both positions and must love to network and be social! WILL TRAIN the right person. SEND resume or any info in regards to these jobs to mdcompletefitness@gmail.com or call 727463-1250.
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