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Allegro Senior Living – Where Inspired Living Makes Retirement More Enjoyable! By Katie Thomas Full of life, vibrant and beautiful, Allegro in Tarpon Springs is the epitome of luxury assisted living for seniors. Located on East Lake Road, Allegro showcases “Inspired Senior Living,” offering the best-of-the-best when it comes to active senior living. From chef-inspired meals, housekeeping and 24-hour staffing, to its award winning service, Allegro caters to the individual wants and needs of residents, all while creating a home and family for seniors. The beautiful
wooded views are peaceful, yet Allegro’s centralized location is convenient to shopping, golf, theaters, dining and entertainment. Allegro has twelve locations, with 11 in Florida. Allegro opened the Tarpon Springs/East Lake location in 2001. Initially, this location was all independent living, but that changed a year later when the team dedicated a space to accommodate those requiring assisted living. In 2013, Allegro Senior Living expanded its licensed assisted See “Allegro” on page 38.
Retired life is grand for residents at Allegro, some of whom are pictured here enjoying the beautiful weather and the Daisy Boat Tour
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CareerSource Pasco Hernando Helps Return over $47.9 Million Back into the Community through Workforce Programs During the 2015/2016 program year, CareerSource Pasco Hernando had expended nearly $5.8 million on 4 programs in order to assist the local labor market. The investment returned over $47.9 million to the two counties region, measured by payroll gains. Each fiscal year CareerSource Pasco Hernando encourages local economic growth by expending several million dollars of federal revenue, as it provides labor exchange and training programs to the region. CareerSource Pasco Hernando conducted a data analysis and summary to gauge the labor exchange return on investment (ROI). In determining the ROI for the 2015/2016 fiscal year, a direct approach with two guidelines measured only wage gains and benefits saved, while keeping all assumptions in the conservative realm. The method led to a $8.34 return back into the local economy for each dollar expended. The programs have impacted the local community by creating greater local economic growth, and have
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provided economic stability to local residents of Pasco and Hernando counties. CareerSource Pasco Hernando provided programs which allowed participants to gain confidence in the workforce, which ultimately leads to a successful financial future. The skills participants have gained will remain intangible, and the benefits which will affect future generations and future local economic growth will be immeasurable. Returning investment will continue to grow through the leadership and team effort of CareerSource Pasco Hernando and its customers. Intangible Effects of the Programs 1. The referrals to other community services. 2. The value of work place skills instruction passed to peers and family. 3. An employed worker finding his/her next job without ever becoming unemployed. 4. CareerSource Pasco Hernando leadership in economic development and workforce improvement.
The programs have provided the unemployed labor force the necessary training, temporary assistance and employment services needed to gain successful employment and economic stability. Each program has established a rate of return for every program $1.00 spent, and has impacted the community through local economic growth. Employers and jobseekers are encouraged to take advantage of CareerSource Pasco Hernando’s programs to enhance their skills. CareerSource Pasco Hernando provides resources to help companies thrive, and help train a talented workforce that will help keep a company competitive, while increasing productivity. For additional information on services provided to employers, please visit www.careersourcepascohernando.com or call Hernando (352) 200-3020/Pasco (727) 4843400 and ask for a Business Service Consultant.
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Calendar & News Briefs 2016 Holiday Baseball Camp Held by Dan Genna who has 25 years’ experience coaching Little League, AAU & High School baseball DATES: DEC. 27th – 30th, Tuesday – Friday, 9 AM – 12 PM LOCATION: East Lake Little League Sports Complex AGES: 6 – 14 (campers will be grouped by age and skill level) COST: $130. Make check payable to Dan Genna. Mail check and registration form to: 669 Lora Lane, Tarpon Springs, FL 34688 CAMP HIGHLIGHTS: Camp T-shirt; Drills and Skills; Individual Instruction; Team Fundamentals; Speed, Agilities & Conditioning; Games; High School & College Style Workouts CAMP NOTES: Wear baseball pants, t-shirt & cleats. Bring water & snack. Don’t forget the sunscreen! Space is limited, so register early. E-mail dgenna@tampabay.rr.com for the waiver and for answers to any additional questions regarding camp.
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BE A SANTA FOR SENIORS A donation to CARES is a gift of help, hope and comfort for seniors living right here locally. Over the years, CARES has provided in-home and community services to more than 87,000 seniors in Pasco County. CARES services improve the quality of life for seniors and caregivers, helping our elderly to stay at home, stay independent, stay connected and informed. According to the FL Dept. of Elder Affairs, Pasco County Population Profile Report, 27.7% of Pasco County’s total population is over the age of 60 with 14.426, or 2.9% of the population being 85+ years of age. There are many elderly whom without CARES services would be facing institutional placement; and those numbers are growing. The population of Pasco County is over 497,000 people. If half of our residents would donate one dollar each (that’s only $1), CARES could greatly enhance the services provided to caregivers and our vulnerable elderly.
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Will you be a Santa to seniors? Please mail your check to CARES Rao Musunuru, M.D. Enrichment Center, 12417 Clock Tower Parkway, Hudson, FL, 34667. To discuss contribution, please call 727-378-6395 or 727-992-1100. NAMI Pasco Support Groups The Pasco County Chapter of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) offers two types of support group meetings each month, *One for those living with mental illness and **and another for family and friends of those with mental illness.. This covers all brain disorders, including, but not limited to OCD, depression, bi-polar, schizophrenia, multiple personalities, etc. Information: 727-9929653 or www.namipasco.org. *NAMI CONNECTION RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP A structured closed group, open only to those with a mental illness diagnosis. This group for individuals 18 and older, interested in the recovery process, sharing coping skills and being with others who understand the daily challenges of living with a mental illness and is facilitated by trained peers. Additional Information: NAMI
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727-992-9653 or www.namipasco.org 1. Every Wednesday & Thursday, 7-8:30 PM at the WellCare Office, Southgate Shopping Center, 5113 US Hwy 19, New Port Richey. 2. 2nd & 4th Friday of each month, 2-3:30 PM at Atonement Lutheran Church, 29617 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel. 3. 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month, 7-8:30 PM at Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point, Shoreline Café Meeting Room, 14000 Fivay Rd, Hudson **NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP For families and caregivers of those with a mental illness diagnosis. 1. 2nd & 4th Mondays, 6:30–8 PM at Medical Center of Trinity West Campus, 5637 Marine Parkway, New Port Richey 2. 1st & 3rd Thursday, 6:30–8 PM at Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point, Shoreline Café Meeting Room, 14000 Fivay Rd, Hudson 3. 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month, 7–8:30 PM at Atonement Lutheran Church, 29617 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel, 33543: Additional Information: NAMI 727-992-9653 or www.namipasco.org
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San Jose Mexican Restaurant Boasts Delicious Authentic Fare, A Vibrant Atmosphere and Excellent Value!
By Kim Thomas There is no need to drive across the county for the fresh and authentic taste of Mexico! Dine at San Jose Mexican Restaurant, located at Arbor Square just north of Land O’ Lakes High School on Land O’ Lakes Boulevard. Celebrating its One-Year Anniversary this month, San Jose Mexican Restaurant gained popularity fast in the area due to neighbors telling neighbors about the consistently delicious food and great service! The perfect locale for lunch and dinner, it’s open seven days a week and the already affordable menu is made even better with San Jose’s specials. General manager Jeff has been there since day one and recalls the mad rush to get San Jose Mexican Restaurant open last November. “We were told that it would be January before we could open and then we got the call two weeks before Thanksgiving that we could open, so we made it happen!” For three years prior to managing the San Jose Mexican Restaurant in Land O’ Lakes, Jeff managed a sister restaurant, Vallarta’s in Wesley Chapel. “We have a lot of regulars and we’ve grown fast in our first year because many of the people from the surrounding neighborhoods like The Groves bring tell their friends and neighbors about us.” The open, airy space at San Jose Mexican Restaurant boasts vibrant and happy Mexican décor, and if you like to watch TV while you dine, there are six large flat screen TVs. But the TVs don’t take center stage, as the lovely sounds of a strumming guitar and Mexican music playing add to the great ambiance. It seems like a great place to host a party, and there is an awesome sombrero for the guest of
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honor! Tuesday evenings feature a balloon artist, who is a big hit with families. And if you love listening to a live Mariachi band (who doesn’t!), plan to come on a Thursday evening to listen to live Mariachi from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The feast begins as soon as you sit down, when your table is presented with chips so crisp and salsa so fresh that writing about it makes me want some again! If you love guacamole, then order the Guacamole San Jose, which is AMAZING! The menu is expansive! From appetizers to a la Carte items and side orders, to salads, entrées and combos, you could eat here every day and never get bored. There are 26 lunch combos and 23 of them cost $7 or less! Now that is an affordable and filling lunch! There are seven different specialty tacos, six specialty quesadillas, six different enchilada dishes, and ten specialty burritos. Specialty dinner entrees feature dishes made with pork, chicken, steak and seafood. And the Fajitas are always a popular choice. They also have a delicious Angus burger or grilled chicken sandwich, or the Carne Asada (a Ribeye steak topped with grilled onions), if you want an All-American favorite. There are eight different steak entrées! On a recent visit, we shared a feast, but I have to admit that the San Jose Tossed Shrimp salad is so fresh and healthy tasting that I didn’t want to share! Molcajete is another delicious specialty that is a must-try. Served in a dish carved from volcanic stone, the Molcajete is a sizzling combination of steak, chicken and shrimp cooked with tomatoes, onions peppers, mushrooms and squash, and topped off with cheese and salsa. It is served with rice, beans, lettuce, sour cream,
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guacamole, pico de gallo and flour tortillas – a feast in itself! The Speedy Gonzalez lunch combo, which features one taco and one enchilada with a choice of beans or rice, was delicious and an awesome deal at only $6! There are many more things on this menu that I can’t wait to try! Next trip the family is ordering the Chorizo Fundido and Ceviche appetizers, the Enchiladas Poblanas (comprised of three enchiladas – one chicken, one cheese and one potato enchilada in a Poblano pepper sauce,
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served with rice and guacamole), and Mole Poblano, which is shredded chicken covered with Poblano sauce, served with rice, tortillas and guacamole salad. Authentic Mexican taste is easy to find at San Jose Mexican Restaurant! The sauces – Mole, Salsa Roja and Salsa Verde, Spicy Chile, and Poblano Pepper – make your dish even tastier! San Jose’s Super Specials! $1 Beef or Chicken Tacos Monday – Thursday, ALL DAY! You
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can eat your fill of beef or chicken tacos super cheap on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and you can take them to go for just $1.25 each. These days are a taco lovers’ dream! Full Bar with Happy Hours, 11 AM – 7 PM, Every Day! San Jose Mexican Restaurant has a full bar stocked with premium liquors and they don’t just have Happy Hour, they have Happy HOURS, as in every
day from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. featuring 12-oz. margaritas for $4 and 32oz. margaritas for $9. All beers are $1 off and there is a great selection of domestic beer and imports including Cerveza Carta Blanca, Tecate, Bohemia, Dos Equis, and Negra Modelo. They have a Corona-rita, which customer Jay describes below, and a Michelado, which Jeff describes as a Mexican Bloody Mary because it’s
made with tomato juice, lime juice, and a Mexican beer. People love this Restaurant! Jay S. shares in his review, “Solid place! Great food, service was good, and their prices for tacos Mon-Thurs are crazy! $1 tacos! Yeah get 3 tacos for $3! Can’t beat that! I had beef and chicken fajitas and they were awesome! Also I had this Corona Rita thing. They take a margarita and place a bottle of Corona in it that empties into the margarita as you drink it. Genius! Bill was $78 for 4 of us and 3 of us had drinks.” Karrell M. writes, “Can’t beat $1 taco night. We come regularly because the whole family eats for under
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$20. Initially, I wasn’t a fan, but we’ve been coming here weekly and I’ve become one. I also love the Valentina hot sauce they have, it’s flavorful without being too hot. I don’t drink alcohol but if I did I’d recommend their margaritas, they look tasty.” Note from author: I do drink margaritas and San Jose’s don’t just look tasty, they are tasty! San Jose Mexican Restaurant is located at Arbor Square, 7804 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. in Land O’ Lakes and is open seven days a week: Mon. – Thurs. from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Fri. and Sat.; and from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sun. View the menu online at SanJoseTampa.com .
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Delivering World-Class Cancer Treatment in Pasco County A cancer diagnosis changes everything; it is, perhaps, the most feared diagnosis a doctor can pronounce. Any patient in that situation wants to be assured they have access to the most advanced treatments, delivered by a physician who is both experienced and compassionate. And it helps tremendously if treatment can be administered in a community setting, close to home, so the patient can be surrounded by family and friends. Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) has put together a network of expert, boardcertified physicians who bring world class cancer treatments to local communities, both large and small, across the state. With nearly 100 locations, FCS is the largest independent oncology/ hematology group in the United States. That status puts the practice on the leading edge of clinical trial research and gives FCS physicians access to the newest, most innovative treatments. “Our motto at Florida Cancer Specialists is ‘World class medicine and hometown care,’” says Dr. Jorge
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Florida Cancer Specialists’ physicians, staff and corporate leaders celebrate the new PET:CT mobile unit in Pasco County Ayub, who practices in Hudson, Land O’ Lakes and New Port Richey. “This means that our patients do not have to travel to a large cancer center to find the most advanced treatments and clinical trials. They are able to find all of that right here in Pasco County, without leaving their homes.” According to Dr. Kapisthalam Kumar, who practices in Hudson and
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New Port Richey, one of the most exciting treatments currently available to patients is immunotherapy. “With immunotherapy, we’re able to enhance the patient’s own immune system,” he explains. “The white blood cells in the patient’s body attack their cancer. And because it uses the body’s natural defenses, immunotherapy is much better tolerated than the
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previous treatments.” “Immunotherapies are really improving the outcomes for many cancer patients,” explains Dr. Gail Wright, who completed her Fellowship in Clinical Oncology at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, MD. “More and more patients are surviving all types of cancer because of some of the newer treatments, such as im-
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allow us to pinpoint tumors and spare normal surrounding tissue. We can also use higher doses of radiation for shorter periods of time, thus reducing some of the side effects of treatment.”
Drs. Jorge Ayub, Mamta Choksi, Uday Dandamudi, Gajanan Kulkarni and Kapisthalam Kumar inspect the new PET:CT scanner, providing “next-generation” imaging technology munotherapy, and, in many cases, we’re seeing cancer becoming more of a chronic disease, allowing people to have a better quality of life.” Decoding the DNA of Cancer Researchers and physicians have been able to increase their understanding of cancer due to new genomic discoveries, which roughly began in 2006 with the first successes in cancer genome sequencing. According to Dr. Uday Dandamudi, who practices
Drs. Uday Dandamudi, David Wenk, Gail Wright and Mamta Choksi congratulate Medical Assistant Cynthia Orfanides (center) on her 22 years of service
in New Port Richey, “Genetic testing is now considered routine for a growing number of cancers in the evaluation of possible treatment options. Having this type of information helps us make treatment decisions that provide the most benefit to each individual patient.” Just as every human being has unique DNA, or a distinctive genetic code, so does every malignant tumor. Cancer actually develops due to a genetic mutation, or damage to the
DNA in our cells. Most gene mutations occur after birth; however, about five percent of all cancers can be traced to a family history. There are a number of factors that can cause gene mutations, including smoking, long exposure to the sun, certain viruses, and cancer-causing chemicals, among others. Genetic Testing Helps Guide Treatment Decisions As we have learned more about these genetic mutations, researchers have developed tests that can help determine the parameters of both diagnosis and treatment for some types of cancer. For example, for certain women who are at higher risk for hereditary breast cancer, knowing whether or not they have the BRCA 1 or BRCA 2 gene mutation can give these women and their doctors a better chance of early diagnosis and survival, in addition to informing a more personalized treatment for each woman, based on a patient’s unique genetic profile.
Clinical Trials Lead to Tomorrow’s Treatments and Cures Clinical trial research is at the heart of improving cancer treatment and FCS is a setting a benchmark for clinical trials at its community-based facilities. Dr. Mamta Choksi, who practices at FCS locations in Land O’Lakes and New Port Richey, says, “Last year, over 70% of all new cancer drugs were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation, prior to approval. This means that our patients have access to the newest and most promising treatments available without having to travel to a large research facility.” FCS treats patients with all types of cancer, and offers a number of services, such as an in-house specialty pharmacy, an in-house hematopathology lab and financial counselors at every location, that deliver the most advanced and personalized care in the local community. In Pasco County, there are five Florida Cancer Specialists locations: • 7651 Medical Drive, Hudson, FL 34667 • 19409 Shumard Oak Dr. Suite 101, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34638 • 8763 River Crossing Blvd., New Port Richey, FL 34655 • 14100 Fivay Rd. - Suite 380, Hudson, FL 34667-7181 • 5802 State Road 54, New Port Richey, FL 34652 For more information, visit FLCancer.com
Breakthroughs in Radiation Therapy Florida Cancer Specialists provides radiation oncology at strategic sites throughout its network, including two locations in Pasco County (Hudson and New Port Richey). Combining high-resolution imaging studies with radiation delivery allows radiation oncologists to have an even better visualization of structures as well as the tumor, so that radiation can be delivered more precisely than ever before. According to Dr. Gerald Sokol, an internationally-known radiation oncologist, “Advances in radiation therapy, including imageguided radiation therapy (IGRT), now Tampa Bay News & Lifestyles
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“Next-Generation” Imaging Technology Florida Cancer Specialists’ Pasco County locations were the first in the Southeast to offer “nextgeneration” PET/CT imaging technology on a mobile platform. Dr. David Wenk says, “Having imaging is vital in treating cancer patients; you don’t really know how the treatment is working until you can see what’s going on in the body.” Often, this technology is only available in large academic settings; however, the mission of Florida Cancer Specialists is to provide these same advantages in local communities throughout Florida.
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National Rejuvenation Centers’ Patients Report Renewed Zest for Life By Kim Thomas “Hormones give the spark of life,” says Dr. Bartley Kerr, Founder and CEO of National Rejuvenation Centers (NRC) in Palm Harbor and author of RejuveNation: Live Healthier, Stronger and Happier through Hormone Optimization, Exercise and More, a best seller upon its release on Amazon. Dr. Kerr is helping NRC’s patients to gain a renewed zest for life through bio-identical hormone optimization, which he says is much better than just balancing your hormones. “We want to be able to look at our patients’ bloodwork, put our hand over the age, and think ‘this must be a person in their 20s’ no matter their age,” says Dr. Kerr. “We want them to look great, feel great, and mostly, we want their health profiles to be exceptional! We want them in the best shape of their lives.” Gaining recognition as an expert in the fast-growing field of Rejuvenation Medicine, Dr. Kerr has been a
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guest on national radio, completed a nationwide book tour, and has had several network television appearances. The popularity of his book combined with the growing number of testimonials from patients reporting life-changing results has propelled National Rejuvenation Centers into the national spotlight, making it a destination for patients seeking optimal hormonal health. With many patients traveling from afar, Dr. Kerr is considering expanding National Rejuvenation Centers nationally. “We are getting calls from all over the country!” While nationwide expansion is on the horizon, there are immediate improvements for patients at NRC in Palm Harbor. Dr. Kerr has relocated NRC into an amazing new space, but it will be easy to find for current pa-
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The popularity of Dr. Kerr’s published book and his television appearances have helped to gain national recognition forNational Rejuvenation Centers tients, as the new spot is next door! Though the new location is in the same plaza, the vibe of NRC is completely different. The build out has high, airy ceilings, comfortable furnishings, and doesn’t feel anything like a doctor’s office; rather, the new space feels like a health oasis, a “really cool health place” as Dr. Kerr describes it.
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“We want patients to have the best experience they can possibly have. They know they are paying me for an “A” and it is my responsibility to give it to them. They appreciate it and this is why our popularity has grown, because our patients are telling their families, coworkers and friends about how great they feel since coming to
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fits-all. Dr. Kerr sits down with patients for an indepth consultation to make sure they are a candidate for the program and that they can benefit from bio-identical hormone optimization. Blood work is needed every three months to make sure that hormone levels are improving as expected. And what is to NRC patient Nick, before and after only 7 weeks be expected? Dr. Kerr on the NRC program (same room & lighting) says once the hormone levels optimize, “it’ll NRC. We are indebted to our paknock your socks off!” And most tients.” times that happens fast. For NRC paIn practice since 1998, Dr. Kerr tient Nick, it only took seven weeks! received his bachelor’s degree from Nick was referred to NRC by his the University of South Florida and physician in St. Louis, MO. his D.C. degree from Logan UniverDr. Kerr says, “Nick followed the sity in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kerr program perfectly, which was designed continued his education in what he is to be easy enough for anyone to most passionate about by keeping curadhere to – no extreme training, no rent with the latest research and techweird food. Although his physique niques in hormone therapy, nutrition, transformation is fantastic, his mood, exercise, and genetics. He has worked health, energy level and quality of life with some of the top minds in these have improved just as dramatically!” fields to help him formulate specific, Nick shares, “I was feeling tired all of personalized treatment plans for his the time. My sleep quality at night was patients. The NRC program isn’t one-size- very poor. I felt sluggish during the
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day with little motivation and no drive. Overall I just felt blah. Now, after starting my rejuvenation program with Dr. Kerr at NRC, I have the energy and drive to get up every morning at 5 to go to the gym! I feel well rested for the duration of the day, no more bottoming out at 4 in the afternoon! I have more energy to do things that I haven’t done in years, and I have much more focus at work. My everyday life has improved in every area. I recently started playing hockey again for the first time in 20 years. In my first game I was able to score a goal and have an assist against much younger guys! This is truly one of the best things I have ever done for myself!” Doctors Share Views on NRC and Hormone Optimization Phillip A. Pullen, DO is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon who has been in practice in the Tampa Bay area for almost 13 years. Dr. Pullen says, “I deal with orthopaedic injuries of the spine and all extremities. We have been incorporating the use of amniotic homologous allograft (most of you know this as ‘stem cells’) for some of our patients who meet the appropriate criteria and are good candidates. We have been working with and collaborating with Dr. Kerr and The National Rejuvenation Center for a couple of years now and have been very pleased with the work that he and his staff have been doing and the amazing satisfaction of their patients.” Paul Arnold, MD, says, “Dr. Kerr restores people’s vitality and zest for life with his concepts of ‘Rejuvenation Medicine.’ Hormone optimization is a safe, effective treatment when monitored properly.” Dr. Arnold is a urologist at Urology Specialists of West Florida and is Former Chief of Medical Staff at Florida Hospital North Pinellas. He adds, “I am convinced that Rejuvenation Medicine can greatly improve overall health and well being in both men and women!” Dr. Barbara Frangos, says, “As owner of LaserSpa of Tampa Bay, an aesthetic cosmetic laser center, we find many of our patients are looking to improve their appearance and health, not just from the outside, but the inside as well. NRC is our go-to place! NRC’s unique philosophy of bio-identical hormone optimization, individualized exercise and nutritional counseling goes hand-in-hand with what we do in my practice offering patients optimal results. Dr. Kerr is a pio-
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neer in his field who is able to customize treatment plans to keep his, and my, patients looking and feeling their best. Another well-respected doctor, John B. DeCosmo, DO, shares, “As a Board Certified Osteopathic Physician for almost 30 years, it is my job to know what is best for the patients. I have been associated with Dr. Bart Kerr, DC almost since the inception of NRC. Dr Bart Kerr adheres to the strictest of standards and uses only the finest of product for his patients. This approach shows quite readily in the excellent results that his patients see. His patients are very satisfied and even elated to have been evaluated and treated by Dr. Kerr. Not only is Dr. Kerr a great physician, but every patient becomes a friend and a member of the NRC family. I would not hesitate to very highly recommend him for your female and male hormone needs!” Bart Rademaker, MD is a Board Certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, #1 Best Selling Author, Speaker, Radio Show Host of “Prescription For Your Transformation Radio Show” (Social Media Platform: #realpeople #realconversations), and he works with Dr. Kerr at NRC and evaluates patients for the program. Dr. Rademaker says, “The future of medicine is already here in Pinellas with Dr. Bartley Kerr and his team at NRC with his Trifecta approach to optimize your body to function at its best. He helps you make smarter choices in nutrition, exercise and provides the right approach to bio-identical hormones. It no longer is about accepting the inevitability of getting old as some will have you believe, rather, it is about you regaining your youth and energy back and feel even stronger than you were in your twenties.” If you have noticed that your workouts aren’t working anymore, that your libido or energy has dropped, or that you’ve lost the spark for life that you had in younger days, Dr. Kerr would love to meet you to see if NRC can help you gain back your zest for life! National Rejuvenation Centers is located at 34254 US Hwy. 19 N in Palm Harbor and is open 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., and 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday. To schedule an appointment, please call (727) 785-5652. Find more information online at nationalrejuvenationcenters.com . DECEMBER 2016
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SUPPORTING OUR WOUNDED WARRIORS By Daryl Rosenthal Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Tampa FL Every Veterans Day, the nation honors the brave men and women who risk their lives to protect our country and the freedoms we cherish. Social Security honors veterans and active duty members of the military every day by giving them the support they deserve. A vital part of that is administering the Social Security disability program. For those who return home with injuries, Social Security is a resource they can turn to for disability benefits. Social Security’s Wounded Warriors website is at www.socialsecurity.gov/woundedwarriors. The Wounded Warriors website has answers to many commonly asked questions, and shares other useful information about disability benefits, including how veterans
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can receive expedited processing of disability claims. Benefits available through Social Security are different from those available from the Department of Veterans Affairs and require a separate application. The expedited process is available to military service members who become disabled while on active military service on or after October 1, 2001, regardless of where the disability occurs. Even active duty military who continue to receive pay while in a hospital or on medical leave should consider applying for disability benefits if they’re unable to work due to a disabling condition. Active duty status and receipt of military pay doesn’t necessarily prevent payment of Social Security disability benefits. Although a person can’t receive Social Security disability benefits while engaging in substantial work for pay or profit, receipt of military payments should never stop someone from applying for
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Risky Listening Habits Threaten Hearing in Younger Generations The Sertoma Foundation of Florida is sharing important information with the Tampa Bay area that concerns long-term hearing and health challenges that can create a lifetime of problems for younger people. According to Valerie Laberta, a freelance medical writer, today’s modern society is posing a serious threat to the younger generations. Too much use of earbuds, exposure to loud volumes and concerts, and excessively loud music in clubs can cause longterm injury to ears and hearing, and pose serious threats to ones health. In her article “Address Youth Risky Listening Habits to Prevent a ‘Deaf Generation,” Ms. Laberta noted that the World Health Organization (WHO) has already raised a red flag, stating that “some 1.1 billion teenagers and young adults are at risk of hearing loss due to the unsafe use of personal audio devices, including smartphones and exposure to damaging levels of sound. Quantifying the global breadth of hearing loss, WHO reported that 360 million people have moderate to profound hearing loss,
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but estimates that half of all cases of hearing loss are avoidable.” It has already been found that the prevalence of tinnitus is now higher in teens than in the general population at more than 54 percent, much higher than experts expected, which was about 30-40 percent until extensive testing showed a much higher number of teens effected. While headphones are better to use than earbuds, the concern is with the number of hours listening to music at unsafe volumes. Labera’s article, which appeared in the October 2016 issue of the Hearing Journal, scientifically addresses the escalating danger of risky listening habits to younger generations and provides background information that may be helpful to parents concerned about the longterm effects on their teens and younger children’s hearing. Hearing Loss is the most common birth defect nationally. Early detection and intervention is vital for an infant to have the opportunity to access speech and other sounds for learning and brain development. Ser-
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The Grout Guy “Restoring Your Tile and Grout One Line At A Time!” By Katie Thomas Tile flooring is beautiful, aesthetically pleasing, durable, and adds lasting value to our homes, which is why it is important to protect tile flooring and grout from the wear and tear it receives from everyday use. From accidental spills to stains that just naturally occur over time - our floors take some abuse from our families, friends and pets. If you want to bring new, fresh life to your tile flooring, call The Grout Guy of Trinity! The Grout Guy specializes in restoring, repairing and protecting tile grout. From cleaning and sealing to color protecting, The Grout Guy offers professional services that help your floors look beautiful longer. Cole Wilson founded his company, The Grout Guy, in 2001 while living in New Hampshire. Cole and his family relocated to our beautiful
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area nearly two years ago, bringing the business to the area as well. Now residing in Trinity, Cole is excited to bring The Grout Guy’s services of professional grout and tile cleaning services to his neighbors in Trinity, as well as all of Pasco, Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties. Cole served as a Seabee of the United States Naval Construction Forces, where he specialized in construction and masonry. He has an extensive background in tile installation and brings his knowledge and experience to all his business partnerships. He and his wife Jennifer work together as a team to bring you the level of professionalism and service you expect for your home. Cole says, “I aim to please. I pay attention to detail and take pride in my work. My main priority is to get your floor back to looking perfect by the time I finish.” The Grout Guy is fully insured
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Before and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. The Grout Guy services both residential and commercial properties, providing expert services in grout cleaning and restoration for both ceramic and stone tiles. Cole says he is able to remove 99 percent of stains from grout. Once your grout is thoroughly clean, Cole applies a color sealer that keeps grout looking new for a very long time. The sealer is a water-based urethane that is custom colored to match the look of your tile. The sealer is safe and
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After durable, allowing for a uniform look without compromising the integrity of your flooring. Color sealing not only protects your floor, it keeps it looking new, making it a lasting value. There are advances in products and techniques in every industry, and Cole is dedicated to providing the absolute best service possible to his customers, researching any new techniques and products to further his expertise in grout care, maintenance and cleaning. Cole’s cleaning methods involve the use of a truck-mounted
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Before cleaning system. “I used to use a hand scrubber, then progressed to a handheld steam machine but found out that I needed more heat and more power to get the really dirty areas clean,” says Cole. “Now I use a truckmounted steam cleaning machine. It heats up the water, my wand allows for cleaning and scrubbing before it sucks up the water, and then it allows me to rinse the area until it is clean.” A Pasco County client says, “Cole did a beautiful job and we are very pleased. Everything came out beauti-
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After ful and it looks brand new! The Grout Guy is extremely professional, performs outstanding work and has excellent attention to detail.” Cole’s motto is to treat your house like it is his own. “I am on my hands and knees with a toothbrush essentially painting every grout line by hand,” says Cole. “If you hated your grout before you will absolutely love it after I am done. Plus, with correct maintenance it can last 10+ years, so there is no need to have this expense every year.” He adds, “I take pride in
my work and what I have accomplished. There is nothing like a customer who loves their floor after I am done with my process.” Cole has perfected his process through years of hard work. He offers a perfectionism and professionalism that isn’t always found in cleaning services, which makes him the perfect guy for the job. After all, he is known as The Grout Guy! Call The Grout Guy at (727) 213-5723. Estimates are free! Tile replacement, grout repairs, caulking replacements, color/clear seal and natural stone cleaning available. Log on to www.thegroutguy.com for more services and information.
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Trinity Family Physicians Recognizes Tampa Bay Making A Difference Award Winner Andre Kirwan of No Strings Attached By Julie Kanehl Local physicians, Stephanie Eldridge, MD and Amir Shirmohammad, MD are a husband and wife team who started Trinity Family Physicians many years ago with the sole purpose of making a difference in the lives of the families they treated. Trinity Family Physicians is now a thriving and busy practice that hundreds of families turn to when they need medical care. Growing up here and now raising their own family here, the doctors at Trinity Family Physicians are heavily involved in the community, and they wanted to create a way to recognize local individuals who make a positive impact on the Tampa Bay Area, so they developed the Tampa Bay Making a Difference Award. Trinity Family Physicians proudly announces that the next Tampa Bay Making a Difference Award winner is Andre Kirwan of No Strings Attached, a charity in every sense of the word.
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No Strings Attached is a completely non-profit organization that gives to those in need on Thanksgiving and Christmas mornings without receiving a single thing in return, hence the name, No Strings Attached. And The Winner Is: Andre Kirwan of No Strings Attached Andre Kirwan, MBA, and Vice President of The Bank of Tampa is considered a Superman by many, but he’d probably describe himself more as a Clark Kent, or even more likely, as just “Pastor Kirwan.” A Youth Pastor at MorningStar Church, Kirwan is humble, giving, inspiring and sincere. In his spare time, he coaches football at Berkeley Prep, is President of the Warrick Dunn Foundation, and of course, he is 100 percent devoted to No Strings Attached, which collects and donates thousands of items to homeless people on Thanksgiving Day and on Christmas Day. Every year, No Strings Attached donates things that people in our community truly
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Andre Kirwan helps to distribute clothing to those in need through No Strings Attached charity need: Socks, coats, clothes, shoes, underpants, and prayer – a lot of prayer. Kirwan says, “Family is first for me. My brother, sister, mom and dad paved the way for me,” He adds, “God has wired me to realize that it’s not about me. Instead, I want to leave
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and airline food service industry to put himself through medical school, and his mother worked as a nurse. Together they worked hard to provide for their family, and they were able to put Kirwan into private school at Academy of Holy Names in Tampa, then Jesuit High School, and eventually Stanford University. Originally intending to follow in his father’s footsteps and become a doctor, Kirwan found himself heavily recruited to play football, which he did professionally in the Canadian Football League for eight years. After he retired from football, he went into banking as a way of helping people. He recently earned his MBA from USF, and is de-
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serving of this award for his true dedication and commitment to others. No Strings Attached Truly Makes a Difference in Tampa Bay No Strings Attached was born nearly a decade ago, when Kirwan woke up overcome by the realization that he had blessings in spades that many others didn’t have. That November morning, he received a calling to give to others what many took for granted, so he emptied his closets, called his friends and asked them to do the same. His vision didn’t involve money; it involved actually getting out there into the community and giving – pure and simple.
“I realized that we were forgetting traditional values. We live among so much surplus,” says Kirwan. “So, I decided to put my time where my mouth is, and spend time with these people in their circumstances, roll up my sleeves and look these people in the eye, sit down and listen to them, then give them what I can.” Together with his network of friends and family through the many organizations that he worked with, No Strings Attached began to make a difference in the community. Kirwan talks of hugs he received from people who were down on their luck, people who hadn’t had a clean shirt, or even a clean pair of underwear for so long. These are the things that we take for granted; yet, there are people in our community who view these things as blessings and privileges. Kirwan says, “Last year we surpassed 40,000 items donated between Thanksgiving and Christmas and had over 70 volunteers that helped us serve a record 500 plus recipients on Christmas morning alone! We have come a long way from year one, 2007, when 1,448 items were distributed. Together, we have reached new heights, and every single item donated matters and will go to good use. No donation amount is too large or too small.” In 2012, Kirwan lost his good friend and right-hand-man in this ministry, Dr. Neal Sayers. Sayers collected donations all-year-round at his office, and his motto was “Go big or go home, baby.” When he brought his motto to No Strings Attached, more and more people benefited. His legacy now lives on through his children, who come out each year to support the homeless. For Kirwan, his loss cuts deep, but through his life and even his passing, more and more people have come out to answer the call of the needy and joined forces with No Strings Attached. Partnering with other ministries
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in the area, such as Dressed for Success (which helps men and women find clothing suitable for job interviews), Trinity Café, Hyde Park United Methodist, Open Arms, True Holiness Church, Martha Shepley, and The Prince of Peace Ministry, no suitable donation goes to waste. Anything that is left over is donated or kept for the next giveaway. If you would like to support this great organization through your donation of items, resources or simply your time, visit www.nosacares.org and become part of the difference in the Tampa Bay area. Dr. Shirmo and Dr. Eldridge would like to take this opportunity to thank Andre for his hard work and dedication. Trinity Family Physicians hopes that this story inspires others in our community to pursue their passion and answer their own calling to help make our community better by Making a Difference in Tampa Bay! Trinity Family Physicians has become a dedicated site to drop off clothing and other items for Andre Kirwan and No Strings Attached. Dr. Shirmo says, “We will collect items for the entire month of November and December until we close for the Christmas Holidays. We will continue to do this annually and help Andre and his charity Make a Difference in Tampa Bay!” Nominate Someone for the Next “Tampa Bay Making A Difference Award” Trinity Family Physicians’ Tampa Bay Making A Difference Award will continue to honor individuals who make a difference. If you know someone who makes a difference in the lives of others in Tampa Bay, Trinity Family Physicians and Tampa Bay News & Lifestyles want to hear from you! Please submit your nominees (and tell us why they qualify) for the next Tampa Bay Making A Difference Award by email at editorial@nnlflorida.com. Trinity Family Physicians and Tampa Bay News & Lifestyles ask that you please share your thoughts and comments with us on our facebook pages: facebook.com/trinityfamilyphysicians and facebook.com/neighborhoodnewslifestyles. Trinity Family Physicians is located at 1817 Cypress Brook Drive, Suite 101 in Trinity, FL. Log on to trinityfamilyphysicians.com for additional information about Dr. Eldridge and Dr. Shirmohammad. DECEMBER 2016
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ToyMakers Make Handmade Toys for Children Who Could Use A Smile! By Julie Kanehl What would you do to bring joy to a child? One who is scared, hurt, sick or lost? It may seem hard to believe, but right here in the Tampa Bay Area, there are children in hospitals, orphanages and situations where smiles don’t come very easily. In fact, the volunteers at ToyMakers of East Lake have given away more than 13,000 handcrafted wooden toys and cars in 2016 alone! Volunteers give many of the toys directly to children in Tampa Bay Area hospitals, while others are donated to organizations and first responders with the goal of giving a smile to the children who need one most. It may seem like a simple gesture, a handmade car to a child, but a toy like this is far more than a carved piece of wood, painted tires that spin, and a splash of paint. These cars remind children to hope, to dream, and to laugh. ToyMakers of East Lake is a non-
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profit organization made up of men and women like me and you who donate a few hours a week to create toys that are safe enough for little fingers, clean enough for hospital environments, and fast enough to make a child giggle with glee. Famous for their “Batmobiles” and “Daisy Racers” they make wooden toys of all kinds. Their reward? A simple smile. I’ll Trade You a Toy For a Smile! There’s just something special about these toys and cars. You can’t buy cars like these at the store. These cars are sturdy and well made, solid and fast. Frankly, they put the cars at the store to shame. Perhaps they don’t have the bells and whistles…They don’t link up to your phone via Bluetooth or take pictures at 30 feet up, but they have something that children crave: They’re handmade with love. They also make walking toys (a penguin and a duck). Little ones love to walk them around, and for kids in the hospital, these walking toys are a huge
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success, for if you ask a child to do their therapyforget it, but if you tell them they’re allowed to walk their penguin down the hall, they’re out of there and doing their therapy without realizing it. One volunteer said, “I recently had the opportunity to help distribute toys at Tampa General Hospital, and it was truly a humbling experience. To see kids of all ages, This little boy caught a ride on the antique fire backgrounds and situatruck at the Toymaker's of East Lake auction in tions smile when they reNovember ceived a car was amazing. In those moments sick filled with donated tools, saws and toddlers forgot about their illnesses supplies. Today, the ToyMakers workand their limitations, and teenagers shop is one that Santa’s elves might be put down their phones in grateful anproud of. Over the years, the workticipation. It was pretty darn cool.” shop has grown due to donations Located in Palm Harbor, Toyfrom the public, from their volunteers, Makers of East Lake has a workshop and through their annual ToyMakers that began as little more than a shed of East Lake Open House and Silent
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success, as the public came out to support a great cause and to do some shopping! The silent auction featured hundreds of items, including handmade toys, gift cards to local restaurants, tickets to local museums and theme parks, and one-of-a-kind works of art. There was a beautiful buffet, opportunities to tour the workshop, and for the children, a place to race their brand new cars, as the ToyMakers of East Lake were kind enough to give free cars to the children in attendance. Chris said, “We love going to visit the ToyMakers of East Lake every year!” Volunteers are enjoying the colorful new workroom at ToyMakers Auction, which is held each November. At the most recent ToyMakers of East Lake Open House and Silent Auction, the East Lake Fire Department was on hand to take children and families on a ride in their antique fire truck! The ToyMakers have helped to restore the benches on the antique fire truck, which is a good thing, as Santa himself brings toys and tidings of good cheer to little ones all over town! Inside, the auction was a huge
Become a Volunteer and Bring Joy to a Child! It seems that everyone who sees the simplicity and the sincerity of this charity wants to be involved. A few days a week, volunteers of all ages and talents come together to make the toys that will eventually be delivered to children all over Tampa Bay and beyond. Their handmade toys have been delivered across the U.S. and as far as Haiti through mission trips, so it’s safe to say that this small charity, an Outreach Mission of East Lake United Methodist Church, is having an effect
on children all over the world. This holiday season, the CSX Corporation will be handing out more than 500 ToyMakers of East Lake toys from their famous Santa Train, which has run through the Appalachians for the past 70 years, giving supplies, food, clothing, and toys to the people who live there. Current ToyMakers of East Lake President and longtime volunteer, Bob Helms, stated, “We feel very honored that CSX would request our toys to be distributed on their Santa Train. Seeing as how they only distribute about 5000 toys, 10% of the toys they give out will be from our workshop. We’re pretty excited about that.” If you’d like to support this amazing charity, please consider donating your time! ToyMakers of East Lake is always looking for volunteers to cut out the patterns, sand the toys, paint the wheels, even to simply bag up the toys and count them for distribution. You certainly don’t have to be a carpenter to help build toys at ToyMakers of East Lake! Volunteers of all ages and talents are appreciated, and ToyMakers is happy to work with students who need volunteer hours through
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Build a toy with Santa at MOSI It looks like too many boys and girls have been good this year, because Santa is running out of room at the North Pole and he’s adding an extra Santa’s Workshop at the Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI) in Tampa. He needs your help to make sure his elves can make all of the toys they’ll need for this holiday season. Included with MOSI admission, kids can come to the Idea Zone® creativity lab and make real toys to take home and give to family and friends. Santa’s Workshop at MOSI starts on “Black Friday,” November 25, 2016 and continues through January 3, 2017. Santa himself will visit the workshop during the first three weekends in December (see below for details). Idea Zone® at MOSI will become a Minecraft-inspired winter wonderland, complete with a cubic Christmas tree and Minecraft model train. With help from MOSI’s elftrained staff, guests can get hands-on with: • Cardboard creatures – Transform ordinary boxes into real moving machines and make anything from a flapping bird to a dancing elephant. • Retro toy-building classes Spark your imagination and learn woodworking skills as you saw, sand, and hammer toy trains, cars, and other playful inventions. • Santa Sleuths - MOSI’s Elf on a Shelf has raided MOSI’s secret stocking full of 3D-printed toys. We’re looking for a few good Santa Sleuths to join in our reindeer game and help find the lost toys hidden around MOSI. • Live science shows - MOSI’s STEAMpunks science educators have
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a toy-box full of science demonstrations to go along with the holiday. Santa Claus will be dropping by his workshop to share pointers and holiday cheer with his toy-making helpers. Come take a photo with Santa Claus at MOSI from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 3rd. Santa will be back at MOSI for brief 90-minute visits on Dec. 4, 10, 11, 17, and 18. “To me, the best kind of gift is a gift you make yourself – especially if you’re a kid. Santa’s Workshop at MOSI gives kids the chance to show their creative sides and make something memorable and unique for a friend or family member, instead of only choosing a gift off a shelf,” said Molly Demeulenaere, MOSI President & CEO. No reservations are necessary and hands-on Santa’s Workshop activities are included with MOSI general admission. MOSI is open every Tuesday through Sunday and is closed seasonally on some Mondays; visit mosi.org for daily hours.
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“Properties” Continued from page 1 award winning professionalism, while always putting community first. From residential Real Estate services to major commercial development, title and mortgage solutions and even property management – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices in Trinity has a knowledgeable team eager to help you with all of your Real Estate endeavors. The Trinity office opened in 2006 and is near Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ headquarters, located just off of Mitchell Blvd., on Evolutions Way. Mike Plum, Broker at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group, has 38 years of experience as a Real Estate Broker. He joined Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices three-and-a-half years ago after moving to the Fox Hollow community in the Trinity Area. “We have 42 agents working for our office and we service southwestern Pasco, northern Pinellas and northwestern Hillsborough, in addition to one of the fastest growing areas around – the State Road 54 corridor,” shares Plum. “Our office is continuing
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to grow in business, as well as in agents, and we expect to continue meeting the needs of our customers and performing excellent work for our customers as the area grows.” Old Fashioned Service with High Tech Tools! Having been a trusted Real Estate company for more than half a century here in the Tampa Bay Area, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices has maintained growth during the many ups and downs in Real Estate through the years. The company has remained solid by making advancements to meet the needs of a savvy clientele. One of the biggest changes in recent times is how people use technology to search for homes. Over 92% of homebuyers begin their search on the Internet, which is why Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices has implemented online marketing and social media campaigns to gain the greatest exposure possible for their home listings. With the majority of homebuyers beginning their search online, the company has increased their Internet exposure and has a social media manager in charge of boosting their presence on the social media platform. Those who are listing a home for
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Berkshire Hathaway Florida Properties Group in Trinity is convenient, comfortable and accommodating sale with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group can be assured that their property will be shared through every platform possible, starting with a strong Internet and social media presence and continuing through direct mail services. The company strongly believes that utilizing postcards for agents to market themselves and homes in the area is a tried and true technique with the intention of finding the right buyer for
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particular homes. In addition to its commercial and residential Real Estate services, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices offers an in-house title company, Capstone Title, at the office on Evolutions Way in Trinity, making transactions during closings that much simpler for everyone. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices also offers a property management division as well as an auction division at their Trinity loca-
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Berkshire Hathaway at Trinity (3126 Little Rd. at Mitchell Ranch Plaza) is a drop off location for Metropolitan Ministries Food Drive tion. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices strives in every way to make doing business with them a pleasure. Building Relationships. Building Community. Community is important to everyone at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group, where they strive to make a difference for each of their clients and the community where they live and work. “We want to give back to the community that has been so good to
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us,” says Plum. “We are involved in multiple community charities and organizations that focus on doing good in our neighborhood. Currently our agents are working with Metropolitan Ministries. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ company goal is to feed 1000 families this holiday season. Our office goal is to feed 30 families and we are well on our way to exceeding it. We have a collection box at the front of our office in the lobby that our agents are working on filling and we welcome the community to come
up to the office and make a donation.” Metropolitan Ministries is a local grassroots organization out of Tampa with a focus to help the homeless with shelter, food, clothing and other basic needs that we all deserve in life. “Our agency is very community minded. We care about the people in our community and have a strong passion for helping the homeless.” Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ team has always worked hard to have a positive effect on the community, and this is part of the company’s recipe for success for its agents and its clients. Plum says, “When it comes down to it, our business in the Real Estate industry is truly a neighborhood business. We work hard to be a strong presence within our region, whether it’s giving back through charitable services or welcoming new businesses to the area and supporting the local guys.” Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group is not just another agency; they are a big part of our community. From being involved with local charities and organizations to leading the way in innovative development and upcoming neighborhoods, Berkshire Hathaway
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HomeServices Florida Properties Group in Trinity provides professional services that enrich our community. Please drop off any donations to Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ food drive at the office collection box during office hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group is located at 3126 Little Rd., Trinity. Call (727) 847–4444 or log on to www.bhhsfloridaproperties.com for more information including the full roster of Real Estate agents available.
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“Allegro” Continued from page 1 living program to accommodate more residents, and has incorporated all the luxurious apartments into that license. With 92 spacious apartments that are staffed to care for residents requiring assisted living, Allegro stands apart from other senior living facilities. Each apartment is spacious and empty, so residents can move in their own furniture and belongings - decorate as they please and make their space a new home for themselves. Residents at Allegro have complete privacy if they choose and the apartments are warm and inviting. Each apartment features a screened in porch with a gorgeous view, a kitchenette, updated bathroom, spacious living areas and many amenities. From the staff and residents to the families visiting their loved ones, the level of happiness within Allegro is high. Staff members are fully trained and must exceed state level requirements. Dawn Winder, Executive Director of Allegro says, “In addition to state-required checks that we do on potential new employees, we also do a test that measures a person’s compas-
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sion because we believe that compassion is not something you can teach a person. All staff members must fit into our team culture and be well liked by other members and residents. Our residents are our number one priority, which means our staff has to be topnotch.” Dawn believes that staffing a professional, caring and compassionate team is a top priority to resident comfort. She adds, “I can teach your hands to do anything, but I can’t teach you how to have heart. Having heart is a big part of this job.” Speaking of heart, if you ask any of the residents or their family members, they will tell you that Dawn Winder, who has been at the Community over a decade, is the heart of the Allegro community. Recently, members of FALA (Florida Assisted Living Association) awarded Dawn with the prestigious title of Administrator of the Year. FALA has 772 members and Dawn was thrilled and surprised to be selected out of so many wonderful people as Administrator of the Year. Dawn says, “It was one of the most memorable times of my life to be named in front of my peers who are also outstanding administrators.”
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For seniors entering retirement Allegro offers the complete package. From independence to new friendships, residents are able to keep a schedule that suits their lifestyle and allows them to enjoy their retirement years. Dawn says, “Residents tell me that they actually have more autonomy once they come here, because they’re no longer feeling as if they are imposing on their kids. We provide transportation, which allows them freedom to come and go on Dawn Winder Awarded Administrator of the Year by Florida Assisted Living Association their own timetable because we’re here to serve allows residents to order from a menu them.” for every meal. The chefs at Allegro are top-notch; the Head Chef joined the Inspired Living at Allegro Allegro team after working for 15 years Allegro Senior Living can be com- as a chef at Innisbrook, and Allegro’s pared to living on vacation all the time Dining Service Director is an amazing – it is Inspired Living! The Allegro pastry chef. In addition to a full service lifestyle provides luxury living to residining room, Allegro has multiple dents and there is never a dull moment common areas that are home to comfy – unless some quiet time is wanted. seating arrangements, pianos, card taResidents have the choice to be as inbles and more. Within Allegro, there is volved or uninvolved as they like! a full service spa that offers pampering Allegro’s restaurant style dining
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Bill Ancona,aka “the mayor” with Mystery Meal Jokers
facials and massage, as well as a nail and hair salon. The pool and hot tub, surrounded by lush landscaping, opens to a peaceful view of the nature preserve. Residents can keep in shape right at home! Water aerobics are available at the pool, and many enjoy a daily swim. There is a fitness center staffed by professionals with Fusion HealthCare, as well as Tai Chi and other exercise classes. Allegro is all about Inspired Living and there is always something going on. From visits with “Elvis” to
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High Tea in Tampa, entertainment includes musical talent, magicians and educational/inspirational speakers. I felt fortunate to meet a wonderful couple living at Allegro Senior Living. Bea and Reuben Sacks have lived at Allegro for the past five years and recently celebrated their 75th Wedding Anniversary at Allegro with a huge party that included family, friends and a local news crew to document their success in marriage. Reuben and Bea share, “Allegro took care of everything for our anniversary. It was such a pleasant experience to have everyone in-
volved.” Bea is a little woman with a big, feisty personality. She worked in hospital administration for most of her life and has experience running a tight ship. Bea says, “When it comes to running a place, everything starts at the top and Dawn sets the tone for the type of place that Allegro has become. She is always available, always says hello and when there is a problem or if we have a request or suggestion, we always are able to speak directly to Dawn.” Reuben and Bea moved to Florida in 1989 and built a life for themselves here. Bea says, “We picked Allegro five years ago after looking at numerous places to retire. This place shined above all the rest. It’s hard to get used to moving to a new place with new people, so I try my best to make people feel comfortable and welcome here - everyone does. There are all kinds of people here and I have made some wonderful new friendships. Coming to Allegro is like coming to a family. It is home.” Allegro is not only home to a community of wonderful people; it is a place to take charge of life in retirement. There are endless activities to
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take part in that residents and their families can enjoy. Family members appreciate the mobility Allegro lends to their loved ones and rest easy at night knowing their parents or grandparents are in a safe place that is home to them. Paul Schulman shares, “My father in law, Bill Ancona, has been living at Allegro since June, 2014. He’s 93 as of this August. As a whole, Allegro has ‘saved the life’ of two families. Bill, after losing his wife 4 years ago was retreating into his mind, his body was failing, and my wife and I, who cared for him in our home, were struggling with how to live a normal life while taking care of my father-in-law. After reviewing five assisted living facilities, we chose Allegro – candidly, mostly because of the tenure of the Director Dawn Winder. The result – my father in law is TRULY a new man! He’s SO engaged in life because of Allegro. He wants to live to 100 now, where two years ago he would have been happy to ‘join his wife.’ My wife and I, on the other hand, have a new lease on life because we know he’s safe and happy! We are able to leave him for two to three weeks at a time to visit our grandchild, or travel, or visit family. Allegro has changed the lives of two families!” Bill loves life at Allegro and the people in the Allegro community love Bill. “We affectionately call him our ‘mayor,’” says Dawn. Allegro Senior Living continues to set a higher standard of life for retirees. Visit Allegro Senior Living to see if the Allegro community is the right one for yourself or your loved ones. Allegro Senior Living is located at 1755 East Lake Rd in Tarpon Springs. Call (727) 835–6902 or visit www.allegroliving.com for info. Call today to hear about Allegro’s new transition to home program after your hospital or rehab stay.
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