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CONTENTS PUBLISHERS’ PAGE 10 You Have the Power to Save the World

COMMUNITY NEWS 12 The Best Way To Fight Coronavirus?

It’s In Your Hands.

14 Southwest Ranches Plans 20th Birthday Celebration 18 Outdoor Enthusiasts Can Register for BioBlitz 22 Broward & Miami Dade Schools Providing Breakfast and Lunch During Coronavirus Pandemic 20 Quarantine Binge Watch 24 New Literacy Initiative to Provide Personal and Professional Development to Women in Recovery

FEATURE STORY 16 Nobody Sells Homes Like Teri Arbogast When Experience Counts, Count on Teri

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ASK THE EXPERT 30 Why Is My Child Toe Walking?

COMMUNITY NEWS 31 Coping With Coronavirus: Managing Stress, Fear, and Anxiety

LEGALLY SPEAKING 32 Do I Need a Trust?

34 What Should I Do?

26 ASK THE EXPERT 33 Unexpected Cavities

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CHAMBER NEWS REAL ESTATE 36 How Buyers Sabotage Their Home Purchase – Part II

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he past few weeks have been unprecedented. An exotic sickness from a far-off place has impacted every man, woman and child on earth.

Since the onset of the COVID-19 coronavirus we have seen the best and, at times, the worst of ourselves. Here, at Our City, we prefer to focus on the good.

Our community has come together in efforts to support each other in large and small ways. Things like college students shopping for senior citizens so they won’t have to leave their homes; or, restaurant owners providing meals for families in need. These are the things that make our community strong.

There is one other thing we can all do to help. Local businesses have been hurt. Many have seen their revenue drop to near zero. These are our neighbors, family and friends. If you have the means, support them. Pick up a dozen bagels for breakfast, book a one-on-one physical training session or schedule your next teeth cleaning.

Small, local businesses are what make communities unique. They are, in many ways, what defines the character of a place. Please do your part to ensure they make it through this crisis. We are all in this together.

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The Best Way To Fight Coronavirus? It’s In Your Hands.

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he coronavirus pandemic has spread throughout Florida, bringing life to a standstill and overwhelming hospitals and emergency rooms across the state. Terms like “selfisolation” and “social distancing” have become part of our shared vocabulary.

Think you may have COVID-19? Before you can be tested, you first need to be assessed by a healthcare professional, a simple step to determine if you might have the virus. Over the past month or

important that patients are advised properly,” explains David Mishkin, M.D., medical director of Baptist Health Care On Demand. “Care On Demand is really the first ‘front door’ potentially for many patients regarding this illness and we have specific protocols when a patient does meet (COVID-19) criteria for an in-person evaluation.”

Using digital health tools such as Care On Demand as part of a front-line response to the COVID-19 virus pandemic helps ensure that

Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Baptist Health South Florida has been encouraging people with symptoms similar to those of COVID-19 to stay home and see a doctor via Care On Demand. Baptist Health’s online healthcare providers can answer any questions, evaluate your risk, and provide support to relieve symptoms.

Most cases of COVID-19 involve mild symptoms, including fever and a dry cough, that can be hometreated without medical intervention. Some patients

so, thousands of South Floridians have swamped local doctors’ offices, hospitals and emergency rooms in an effort to get tested, straining already over-taxed facilities, resources and staff.

If there is a silver lining to this public health crisis, it’s that it has shined a spotlight on the critical role telemedicine plays in healthcare, particularly in battling the COVID-19 crisis. Telemedicine services such as Baptist Health Care On Demand enable you to consult with a trained healthcare professional from the comfort of your home via your smartphone, laptop or computer.

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Southwest Ranches Plans 20th Birthday Celebration

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he Town of Southwest Ranches was formally incorporated 20 years ago and to mark this milestone it is planning a birthday bash for all its residents. The Town’s 20th Birthday Parade and Party will be held on Saturday, April 4th from 10am-3pm.

All residents of Southwest Ranches are invited to attend this celebration, which kicks off at 10am with a parade down 178th Avenue followed by the birthday party celebration at Rolling Oaks Barn on 56th Street from 11am to 3pm. The parade will feature mounted police, police motorcycles, fire trucks, the Mission BBQ truck, and floats made by homeowners, in addition to Mr. and Mrs. Southwest Ranches and local dignitaries.

Southwest Ranches’ General Services Manager Sandra “Sandy” Luongo is organizing the event and says it promises to be fun for the whole family. The free celebration will consist of a concert by country music band

Sucker Punch, a delicious BBQ lunch, and games for all ages. In addition, the Davie Police and Fire Departments will present their K9 unit and SWAT team and will be providing children’s fingerprinting, CPR and AED information, and emergency preparedness tips.

It’s aptly fitting that Southwest Ranches is hosting a parade and barbecue to celebrate its 20th birthday, because the founding residents celebrated the community’s independence with a parade and picnic. Albeit tiny, at approximately 13 square miles and about 7,300 residents, Southwest Ranches boasts a rich history. The town was formed to stop encroaching development and preserve the rural lifestyle, which includes grazing animals, nurseries, farms, breathtaking scenery, and an abundance of wildlife.

Southwest Ranches came to be out of residents’ desire to protect their rural lifestyle. In 1996, a bill was introduced to the Broward County Legislative Delegation to annex the unincorpo-

rated area between Griffin Road to the north, Sheridan Street to the South, Flamingo Road to the east and SR27 to the west. Rather than face annexation, hundreds of homeowners in that area called for the right to form their own city. As a result of their grassroots effort, the State Legislature passed a bill in 1997 calling for a vote of the citizens in March 2000.

On July 3, 1999, many of the Homeowners Associations sponsored a parade and picnic to declare the area’s independence. It was a huge success, with local, state and federal representatives speaking at the event.

With the incorporation vote approaching, a contest was held to name the new town. The response was tremendous; 122 names were submitted. A vote was held and the name The Town of Southwest Ranches won.

With the new name chosen, residents pushed to move up the vote for incorporation and the Legislature

approved. On March 14, 2000, Southwest Ranches residents voted overwhelmingly approved the vote for incorporation. The next steps were creating a Charter and then holding elections. On June 6, 2000, the Charter was approved by residents and the Town of Southwest Ranches became one of 30 municipalities in Broward County. The first Council Members were elected on July 25, 2000.

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uying or selling a home can be a trying time for any family. Having the right realtor by your side can make all the difference. And, having an entire team working for you can make selling a home a dream come true.

Teri Arbogast has been helping people buy and sell homes in Broward County for more than 20 years. Teri and her team take pride in making every real estate experience a pleasant and profitable one.

The Teri Arbogast Team is ranked #1 in the Keller Williams office, and given their client-first approach and oldfashioned work ethic, it’s no wonder.

Teri had over $45 million in sales in 2019 and is looking to sell even more in 2020. She was a Double Platinum award winner for sales in 2019. Fellow realtors selected Teri as a member of the prestigious Master Broker’s Forum, a group consisting of the top-performing agents in Broward County.

We sat down with Teri to learn more about what makes her so successful.

Do you specialize in any particular market?

My team and I help our clients buy and sell homes throughout Broward County.

We do, however, specialize in single family and luxury properities in Cooper City and Davie.

Describe your team.

Our team has been together for more than ten years. Our success is based on the golden rule: we treat others the way we wish to be treated, and that philosophy has served us well. Our clients can always count on us to do our

best. We listen, return calls promptly, campaign for each sale is more and work diligently from start to finish important today than ever. to help clients realize their goals. We The key to getting top dollar have completed hundreds of sales is to price the house well and in Broward County and are familiar to make sure it shows well. with many subdivisions, along with I have the necessary the amenities that Broward County skills, experience, and has to offer its residents. We excel at knowledge to analyze the finding buyers for our own listings. We market correctly to find bring the buyers for almost 40% of our the proper value of a listed homes. home. We formulate What types of people do you work with? marketing plans to target We serve all types of clients. I love the right type of buyer for each working with all kinds of people, from home we list. first-time home buyers to high-end I have earned the reputation as luxury home sellers. About 50% of my an agent that treats her clients like business comes from past clients and family. I believe in the golden rule and referrals. The other 50% comes from “treat others the way that you wish to my aggressive marketing campaigns, be treated.” using the Internet, magazines, postcard How is Keller Williams Realty different? mailings, and more.

Keller Williams is a leader in It sounds like you do quite a bit National and International marketing. of business. What is your team’s The firm promotes its agents and our annual sales? listings across the globe. We use a “team Our sales volume last year was $45 approach,” which allows me to build Million. I prefer to keep my business my business. Keller Williams also large enough to maximize premier and offers agents extensive education and exclusive marketing, yet small enough marketing programs. for me to give each client my best Is this a good time to buy or sell? personal service. I, personally, engage Both! While our market has with every client, from the kitchen table recovered well from the mortgage crisis to the closing table. of the past, home prices have started to Tell us the keys to your success. level off in most areas. On the purchase I was born in the Midwest, where side, the current low-interest rates I learned the value of good old and good inventory make it a good fashioned hard work. I also learned time to buy. the importance of honesty, integrity, What is most important for home buyers? and loyalty. I am willing to take a risk I believe in educating my clients and put my money where my mouth and maintaining an open line of is. Putting together a strong marketing communication. My team and I are very accessible to buyers and willing to spend time answering their questions.

All of my clients receive a monthly newsletter and emails to keep them informed of the latest real estate news.

Tell us more about your marketing programs.

We promote our listings in many ways. We use drones for photography, send postcards, advertise in magazines, as well as on local and national websites. We only use professional photographers. We are a Premier Zillow agent for most of the Davie zip codes.

Back row - Kyle Belanger, Scott Arbogast, Eric Arbogast Do you work with Short Sales? & Amy Clancy Yes. I have a lot of experience both Front row - Camille Olinto, Teri Arbogast, Kathy Martins and with buyers and sellers of short sales.

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Tell us about the free evaluation you offer.

I offer potential clients a free “opinion of value” delivered to a homeowner’s email within one day of the request.

How can people find your listings?

People can visit one of our many websites, including TerisRealEstate.com and BestBrowardRealEstate.com. These sites offer “up to date” and real-time listings straight from the Multiple Listing Service. My sites rank in the first position on Google for many real estate keywords.

My website, www.BestBrowardRealEstate.com, has an Automated Property Price Evaluator, which can provide a basic idea of the value of your home. Of course, this is not as accurate as a good old fashioned Comparative Market Analysis, but it will give homeowners a “Ball Park” number. I am always happy to provide a free Comparative Market Analysis if asked.

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Led by scientists and educators from the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) and park naturalists, BioBlitz participants will become citizen scientists for a day, exploring the park and helping discover new wildlife.

“It’s the ideal opportunity for children and adults to gain skills and knowledge about biodiversity while developing a stronger connection to their home environment,” said Mathieu Basille, assistant professor of wildlife ecology and conservation. “A BioBlitz aims to promote local natural areas by empowering citizens to better understand and protect the biodiversity we research as scientists.”

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zen scientists, will use the iNaturalist phone app to survey previously undocumented species of birds, plants, insects, reptiles and more. The app is used to photograph and document wildlife sightings within the park.

Matthew Boone, a biologist at the Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center, says intensive efforts of these kinds are critically important for finding rare or yet to be documented species. “More eyes equal more species!”

According to Boone, over a ten-year period the National Park Services ran BioBlitzes in nearly 150 of its parks and tallied more than 22,000 species, including innumerable newly documented records.

Long Key Natural Area was chosen because it is home to a wide variety of plant and animal species. It spans nearly 165 acres encompassing significant archaeological, historical and ecological resources, as the area was inhabited by the ancient Tequesta Indians and the more modern Seminoles. A live oak hammock serves as habitat for

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wildlife and is one of the largest remaining stands of upland hardwood forest in Broward County.

BioBlitzes provide scientists with valuable knowledge of species occurrence, especially rare or hard to find species. This is partially because the events typically occur in or near cities to increase public participation and these areas tend to be under-sampled by scientists.

Boone says many people are surprised to learn that urban parks can be as rich in biodiversity as their rural counterparts due to the congregating nature of organisms in urban habitat holdovers. “Sometimes the only green space in the area is the only place species can gather.”

BioBlitz participants are encouraged to visit https://tinyurl. com/ttlvjuf to register for a time slot between 7am and 9pm during the April 19th event. For more information on the BioBlitz, contact UF/IFAS Extension Broward at 954-756-8529 and ask for Lorna Bravo, or email lbravo1@ufl.edu. Long Key Natural Area and Nature Center is located at 3501 SW 130th Avenue in Davie.

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Nurse Jackie - Showtime/Netflix (seven seasons) Nurse Jackie is a medical drama-comedy that tells the story of Jackie Peyton (Edie Falco), an Emergency Room nurse at a hospital in New York City. Every day is a “high wire act” for Jackie as she juggles patients, doctors, fellow nurses, and her own drug addiction.

Falco’s portrayal of Jackie, as a strong-willed, iconoclastic New York City nurse juggling the frenzied grind of an urban hospital and an equally challenging personal life, is phenomenal.

Boredom and stress have become constant challenges as we stay at home in self-quarantine from coronavirus. One way to overcome both is to get lost in a TV series. Luckily, there is no shortage of compelling TV available. With so many options to choose from, we polled our staff for their favorites.

The Mandalorian - Disney Plus (one season) The Mandalorian is the break-out star of Disney’s streaming service. The 10 episode drama is set in the Star Wars universe after the fall of the Empire. The classic “space western” follows bounty hunter Din Djarin from one adventure to another. His discovery of “The Child,” better known in popular culture as Baby Yoda, made our family fall in love with the quick moving series.

Stranger Things - Netflix (three seasons) Set in the 1980s in the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana, Stranger Things focuses on the investigation into the disappearance of a young boy amid supernatural events occurring around the town, including the appearance of a girl with psychokinetic abilities.

It follows the boy’s friends, Mike, Dustin and Lucas as they uncover mysteries surrounding their friend’s disappearance.

Breaking Bad In what many people call the greatest television series yet made, high school chemistry teacher Walter White transforms into the Southwest’s biggest drug lord after learning he has incurable cancer. The pace of the show and incredible writing make it easy to pass hours on end.

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Shameless - Showtime/Netflix (nine seasons) Set in the slums of Chicago’s South Side, Shameless follows the Gallagher family as they navigate life on the edge. The family is led by William H. Macy’s ,Frank Gallagher, a dysfunctional alcoholic who is hilariously self-destructive. What makes the show work is the cast’s ability to make you love the characters despite their sometimes reprehensible behavior.

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What to do if you are sick with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) If you are sick with COVID-19 or suspect you are infected with the virus that causes COVID-19, follow the steps below to help prevent the disease from spreading to people in your home and community.

Stay home except to get medical care

Clean your hands often

You should restrict activities outside your home, except for getting medical care. Do not go to work, school, or public areas.

Avoid using public transportation, ride-sharing, or taxis.

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol, covering all surfaces of your hands and rubbing them together until they feel dry. Soap and water should be used preferentially if hands are visibly dirty. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

Separate yourself from other people and animals in your home People: As much as possible, you should stay in a specific room and away from other people in your home. Also, you should use a separate bathroom, if available.

Animals: Do not handle pets or other animals while sick. See COVID-19 and Animals for more information.

Call ahead before visiting your doctor If you have a medical appointment, call the healthcare provider and tell them that you have or may have COVID-19. This will help the healthcare provider’s office take steps to keep other people from getting infected or exposed.

Wear a facemask You should wear a facemask when you are around other people (e.g., sharing a room or vehicle) or pets and before you enter a healthcare provider’s office. If you are not able to wear a facemask (for example, because it causes trouble breathing), then people who live with you should not stay in the same room with you, or they should wear a facemask if they enter your room.

Cover your coughs and sneezes Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw used tissues in a lined trash can; immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60-95% alcohol covering all surfaces of your hands and rubbing them together until they feel dry. Soap and water should be used preferentially if hands are visibly dirty.

Avoid sharing personal household items You should not share dishes, drinking glasses, cups, eating utensils, towels, or bedding with other people or pets in your home. After using these items, they should be washed thoroughly with soap and water.

Clean all “high-touch” surfaces every day High touch surfaces include counters, tabletops, doorknobs, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets, and bedside tables. Also, clean any surfaces that may have blood, stool, or body fluids on them. Use a household cleaning spray or wipe, according to the label instructions. Labels contain instructions for safe and effective use of the cleaning product including precautions you should take when applying the product, such as wearing gloves and making sure you have good ventilation during use of the product.

Monitor your symptoms Seek prompt medical attention if your illness is worsening (e.g., difficulty breathing). Before seeking care, call your healthcare provider and tell them that you have, or are being evaluated for, COVID-19. Put on a facemask before you enter the facility.

These steps will help the healthcare provider’s office to keep other people in the office or waiting room from getting infected or exposed.

Ask your healthcare provider to call the local or state health department. Persons who are placed under active monitoring or facilitated self-monitoring should follow instructions provided by their local health department or occupational health professionals, as appropriate.

If you have a medical emergency and need to call 911, notify the dispatch personnel that you have, or are being evaluated for COVID-19. If possible, put on a facemask before emergency medical services arrive.

Discontinuing home isolation Patients with confirmed COVID-19 should remain under home isolation precautions until the risk of secondary transmission to others is thought to be low. The decision to discontinue home isolation precautions should be made on a case-by-case basis, in consultation with healthcare providers and state and local health departments.

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Broward & Miami Dade Schools Providing Breakfast and Lunch During Coronavirus Pandemic

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roward County Public Schools (BCPS) is providing breakfast and lunch to BCPS students their families while schools are closed becuase of the coronavirus.

Breakfast is offered from 8 am – 10 am, while lunch is offered from 11 am till 1 pm. The meals will be provided on every day that classes were previously scheduled.

Students are asked to bring their valid student identification to receive a meal for themselve and family members. However, the schools appear to be quite generous in cases where students do not have their IDs. The meals are available at the following schools: ▸ Boyd Anderson High School ▸ Blanche Ely High School ▸ Dillard High School ▸ Flanagan High School ▸ Hallandale High School ▸ Miramar High School ▸ Nova High School ▸ Sunrise Middle School ▸ Taravella High School Students and family members can obtain the fresh, hot-cooked meals by walking up or driving through designated areas on the campuses.

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New Literacy Initiative to Provide Personal and Professional Development to Women in Recovery

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ouse of Hope, a provider of substance abuse and behavioral health programming has partnered with Nova Southeastern University (NSU) for a new literacy initiative that will assist women in recovery to cultivate clear personal and professional goals through a series of reflective literacy practices.

As a part of NSU’s commitment to community outreach, students and faculty will work with House of Hope to implement literacy workshops to help women build confidence through communication across institutional and social boundaries. A trained team of female undergraduate and graduate writing consultants from NSU’s Writing and Communication Center, which offers individualized writing and communication assistance, will work alongside 40 women in different stages of the recovery process. Participants will engage in monthly writing activities and small group discussions, and all women will be provided journals, which will allow them to reflect on their experiences throughout the program and to identify behaviors that will assist in meeting their personal and professional goals.

“We are excited to be partnering with NSU on such a special project that will make a significant impact on the lives of these women,” said Sue Glasscock, House of Hope CEO. “The monthly workshops will be a safe space for participants to reflect, grow and plan their next steps. A big part of our treatment strategy is to not only help our clients overcome addiction, but also to help them move forward and create successful, stable lives for themselves. This literacy program will give them the guidance to do just that.”

During the program, a range of topics will be

discussed each month, including reflection, selflove, mindfulness and mindset and moving forward. The women will reflect and set goals, learn a variety of techniques to help with their recovery and identify skills and strengths to create a resume.

“We are happy to work collaboratively with women in the community and assist in cultivating personal and professional goals,” said Kelly Concannon, Ph.D., faculty coordinator for the project. “We will work to assist women in the process of owning their stories, while actively creating new ones through multiple literacy practices.”

The literacy initiative is supported by Nova Southeastern University’s College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.

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Conservatory Prep Students Are “Sew” Amazing!

BY BEVERLY PERKINS

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fter the winter break, Conservatory Prep students jumped right into a philanthropic project to start the new year off right. Longtime school volunteer Beth Goldstein heard about an opportunity through The Rescue Collective to help rescue those animals affected by the wildfires in Australia and she shared her idea Dr. Wendy Hirsch Weiner.

According to many news reports, the fires have consumed millions of acres and it’s estimated that more than 500,000 animals have been killed in the conflagration. Without hesita-

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tion, the esteemed school founder and principal loved the idea and wanted to begin right away as she is always searching for ways to involve her students in the world around them.

“As part of the Conservatory Prep mission, we instruct our students through the arts and experiential learning to meet the needs of our twice-exceptional students. The devastating fires in Australia gave us an opportunity to learn about the geography and environment of the region and allowed us to help the animals burned by the fires in a small way,” explained Dr. Weiner.

Cotton pouches needed to be made to provide comfortable, secure homes for animals separated from their mothers in the natural disaster. Conservatory Prep donated the 100% organic cotton fabric needed for the pouch liners with the students’ families providing fabric swatches for the

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Goldstein, an avid sewer, was thrilled to assist the group of fourteen to seventeen-year-olds. She downloaded patterns and instructions from the Queensland nonprofit organization and taught the ambitious students how to cut and sew to create Jaclyn Greenwald the much-needed Joey pouches for the young marsupials.

“The kids came through. They asked many questions about the animals they were going to save, and they were enthusiastic and felt empowered. We made 35 pouches for the Joeys that day.

I am thrilled to volunteer at a school where we can actually get projects done,” noted Goldstein.

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“People are just going out in their cars and plucking frightened and injured animals out of trees, providing whatever first aid they can and bringing them to rescue centers that have sprung up all over the country,” added Dr. Weiner. “Our group is just one of hundreds in countries across the world who are doing what we can to help.”

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Why Is My Child Toe Walking?

BY MICHAEL M. COHEN, DPM FACFAS

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oe walking is one of the most common pediatric complaints seen in our office. Parents are concerned when their child habitually walks in a tip toe fashion on the balls of their feet without the heel contacting the ground.

Although this gait pattern is normal in children who are learning to walk, most will outgrow toe walking at age two, after which the child begins to assume a normal heel to toe pattern.

In rare cases, continuing to ambulate this way after the age of two may indicate some type of neuromuscular or developmental disorder. These may include Autism spectrum disorders, Cerebral palsy, or a spinal cord abnormality. Some experts feel that children with autism spectrum disorders may toe walk because of heightened sensory issues in their feet. The vast majority of toe walkers are referred to as being “idiopathic” toe walkers, which simply means that the cause is unknown. These children will tend to have a normal physical and neurological exam.

Older children may continue to toe walk because the muscles and tendons behind the ankle were

short at birth or have adapted and tightened over time. The main culprit involves the calf muscle which originates at the back of the knee and transitions towards the heel to become the Achilles tendon. Most toe walkers will be able to walk with their feet flat on the ground if asked to up to the age of five, after which it becomes increasingly more difficult to walk flat footed as the foot begins to adapt. These children may complain of difficulty wearing shoes, pain and fatigue in the ball of the foot, and cramping or tenderness in the calf while doing sports.

Proper assessment requires a thorough history and physical exam. This includes a neuromuscular evaluation of the joints, muscles and gait. Treatment is predicated on the age of the patient and whether the ankle is flexible enough to allow the heel to reach the ground during standing and walking. For children two to five years of age the initial treatment is always nonsurgical. This may include monitoring the child at intervals, employing physical therapy, stretching, night splints and shoe modifications. In more severe cases short leg walking casts and bracing are used. More recently, Botox therapy has also proven to be beneficial, but its effects are short lived and often require repeated injections.

In children over the age of five who cannot walk flatfooted due to a rigid ankle contracture, one of several different surgical releases is chosen to

lengthen the tendon and improve the range of motion and function of the ankle and foot. The procedure is performed in an outpatient setting and requires approximately four weeks in a cast after which physical therapy is instituted. Most patients will improve over time after treatment. However, studies show that some children will progressively return to toe walking, even after aggressive nonsurgical treatment or surgery.

Michael M. Cohen, DPM, is a Board-Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon and Diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and Board Certified and Diplomat of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. He practices with the Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialists of South Florida specializing in lower leg injuries and reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle. The practice includes Robert Sheinberg DPM, Al DeSimone MD, Fernando Moya MD PhD, Alexander Bertot MD, David Shenassa MD, Carlo Messina DPM, Franz Jones DO and John Goodner DPM. The South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine in Weston is located at 1600 Town Center Blvd., Suite C, (954) 389-5900 and in Pembroke Pines at 17842 NW 2nd Street, (954) 430-9901. The practice website is www.

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Coping With Coronavirus: Managing Stress, Fear, and Anxiety

BY JOSHUA A. GORDON, M.D., PH.D

These are confusing, stressful times for all of us. As the coronavirus pandemic affects numerous facets of our society, it also impacts each person in different ways. The disruptions to daily life are already being felt by many, my family included—my son has been sent home from college, my place of worship has closed, and the comforting social gatherings that usually fill my weekends are off-limits. We are all feeling uncertain about what could happen in the coming weeks, as we hope to slow the spread of this pandemic.

Feelings of anxiety and uncertainty are completely normal during times like this.

Now imagine you are facing this uncertainty and have a mental illness. How much more challenging must it be to navigate this uncertainty? While we all are concerned about the future, for those with anxiety disorders, worry may be all-consuming. For those with schizophrenia, the concern that people are infectious may contribute to paranoia. And for

those with depression, lack of social engagement and disruption in routines could increase symptoms.

If you need support coping with the events of the last few weeks, there is advice and help available. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has a webpage with information on dealing with fear, anxiety, and stress brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. A section of this CDC page is specifically geared toward those of us with children, as they can be particularly sensitive to uncertainty. For additional shareable resources for those with children, see this NPR story, which features an interview with National Institute of Mental Health expert Dr. Krystal Lewis.

For those with mental illnesses, be sure to continue your treatment regimens. Consider developing a plan for telehealth sessions with your provider if you (or your provider) are quarantined or must avoid exposures to the public for any reason. And, reach out to friends and family for support, virtually if necessary.

This last piece of advice is really important for all of us. It is important to realize that social distancing does not have to mean social isolation, especially with modern technologies available to many of us.

Connecting with our friends and loved ones, whether by high tech means or through simple phone calls, can help us maintain ties during stressful days ahead and will give us strength to weather this difficult passage.

Joshua A. Gordon, M.D., Ph.D. is the Director of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders. He oversees an extensive research portfolio of basic and clinical research that seeks to transform the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses, paving the way for prevention, recovery, and cure.

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BY BRUCE IDEN, ESQUIRE hould I consider creating a trust even though I don’t have a multi-million dollar estate? Gone are the days that revocable living trusts were only for wealthy individuals. Why? Because it’s now less about avoiding estate taxes and more about the cost savings and protections that trusts can provide. And a properly drafted and funded trust avoids the expense, delay and loss of privacy of probate.

The following scenarios help my clients understand why a revocable living trust may be their best option: Meet our hypothetical family, George and Jenny happily married for 25 years with three children, Jessica, age 20, Josh, age 15, and Jonathan, age 12.

Both George and Jenny have created wills, leaving everything to each other.

After they are both gone, their wills leave it all to their children, in equal shares.

Sounds like a logical plan? Maybe not.

Tragically, George dies suddenly and, according to his will, all of his property transfers to Jenny. The following year, while rushing to an appointment on a rainy morning, Jenny loses control of her car and rear-ends a bus full of trial attorneys heading to the annual Ft. Lauderdale “I’ll See You in Court Convention.” Several of the attorneys are injured and predictably, lawsuits follow. Now what happens to Jenny’s inheritance from George? It’s likely all gone to creditors. What is left to raise her children? Perhaps nothing. If George and Jenny had used a trust in their estate plan, the final outcome may have been different. While Jenny’s property would still be subject to creditor claims, her inheritance from George inside a trust would be safe for her and their children.

In another sad scenario, imagine that Jenny dies first. George later remarries Susan, a woman with four adult children. What happens when George passes? His property, including what he inherited from Jenny, may go to Susan and eventually to Susan’s children.

George and Jenny’s children could be completely disinherited! With a properly drawn trust, George and Jenny can rest assured that even if the surviving spouse remarries, their money will go to their children.

Finally, think of George and Jenny happily enjoying retirement and grandchildren, but unfortunately, they are not fond of Jessica’s husband, Robert. Jenny fears that their son-in-law will never earn a decent living, and be dependent on their daughter Jessica to support him for the rest of his life. George worries that if they leave an inheritance to Jessica and she ultimately divorces Robert, a substantial portion of Jessica’s inheritance could be lost to her “no-good husband.” If George and Jenny leave the inheritances to their children in a trust, these assets will not be commingled with marital property. Therefore, in the event of a divorce, daughter Jessica’s inheritance will not be the subject of division and partial distribution to Robert.

Speak with a qualified estate planning attorney to see if a trust is right for your family situation.

Life can change in an instant. What are you waiting for?

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Bruce Iden earned his J.D. from George Washington University National Law Center and his L.L.M in taxation from the University of Miami School of Law. He has been practicing in the areas of estate planning, real estate and business law for over 30 years. For more information, or to schedule a consultation with Mr. Iden, contact Iden Law Offices at 954-885-0085.

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BY DR. ALON GROSMAN lmost daily, we have a child come into our office with many more cavities than anticipated. In some instances, they are “regulars” coming in for their 6 month checks and everyone present attests to their daily brushing ritual. Still, in a relatively short period of time, these cavities have formed between the teeth. To understand this situation better, it is helpful to look at the underlying causes of cavities.

In order to form a dental cavity, there are certain ingredients that are a must. First of all, cavity-causing bacteria must be present. The most notable of these bacteria are the Streptococcus Mutans. Although the thought of bacteria entering the mouth is an unsavory one, it is a fact of life. In fact, these bacteria make a home in our mouth at a very early age and are usually transmitted unintentionally by a child’s caregiver (i.e. when blowing on a hot spoon during feeding time). The bacteria colonize on our teeth and form a plaque. They use sugars we ingest to increase the size of the plaque.

Biproducts from these colonies are acidic. This decrease in pH begins the process of breakdown of the tooth’s outer layer, the enamel. Once this shell is accessed, the bacteria can start to travel through the tooth. Therefore, the main players are bacteria, sugar, and acidity.

We recommend brushing and flossing to reduce the quantities of bacteria and remove sugars left behind after meals. Fluoride can be used to strengthen the enamel. Xylitol products are showing some promising data in the ability to limit the effectiveness of the bacteria. Still, a person who brushes/flosses and goes to the dentist for cleanings and fluoride application can still have cavities depending on the intake of certain foods and liquids. As it turns out, consumption of sugar is not the only advantage that our diet provides the bacteria. Many of the foods and beverages we are consuming are acidic and therefore lower the overall pH in the mouth speeding the process of cavity making. For example, diet soda may have no simple sugars useful to the bacteria, but the carbonation creates a very acidic oral environment. Studies have shown that many of the popular sports drinks are more acidic than batteries used for small appliances. After a little digging, we usually find out that the unexpected cavities are preceded by the intake of acidic beverages.

The bad news is that our modern diet is full of sugary acidic foods. Our children’s heroes promote them in every marketing medium.

Our office philosophy is not to deny our children their treats but rather to modify eating habits and limit the periods of exposure to certain foods. For example, a child who drinks a sports drink after practice should do so at one sitting rather than doing so throughout the day. We recommend rinsing with water after consuming acidic drinks as it is very effective at balancing pH. If hard candy is eaten, brushing should be done. Sugary snacks should be eaten with meals. Snacks eaten between meals should be of a healthier variety, like fruits veggies and granola. The idea is to be creative rather than restrictive. Happy eating!!!!!!

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BY EVAN H. BARON, ESQ. s we go through our daily lives we often come upon situations which require us to make decisions. Sometimes these decisions can be minor in nature and other times they can be somewhat more complex. None of them compares to the decision a person has to make in deciding if they should pursue a divorce from their spouse.

I hear these questions almost every day from either prospective or existing clients; “Should I stay married or get a divorce?”; “Should I accept this deal or go to trial?”; “What should I do?”

Unfortunately, divorce attorneys don’t always have the answers. I can certainly advise a client based upon my many years of experience, but in reality, the decision must always be that of the client. When I meet with a prospective new client who is considering a divorce, I am often asked for my opinion as to what he or she should do. I explain that I do not ever encourage an individual to get divorced, but obviously sometimes that is in fact their best option. It is, however, a very personal decision that he or she must make based upon all the factors involved. I can advise a person as to the law and how his or her case will probably get resolved. I say probably because when there are two parties involved it is impossible to predict what the other party will be seeking. I often explain to a client that no matter how reasonable they may be, the process will also depend upon the reasonableness of their spouse.

So I am asked, “What should I do?”. I tell them that is their decision and they will know when it is time to make that decision. I have had individuals return to retain my services one or even two years after their initial consultation. It took that long to be able to answer the question, “What should I do?”

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Once the process has begun I am also often asked “what should I do?” when faced with the decision to either enter into a marital settlement agreement or proceed to trial. Once again, I can advise them based upon the law and my experience, but no attorney can ever guarantee a particular result if the case goes to trial. Often times the agreement is extremely fair and equitable and as such, I advise my client that it is a good deal for them and they should certainly consider it. If the offer is equal to “their worst day in court”, then the decision is also fairly easy. Why settle a case when you will probably get better results from a judge. Of course, the usual reason is financial, since it costs more money to go to trial than to settle. We sometimes have clients who disregard our advice and accept a “deal” which may not be the best that they can receive. Of course, it is ultimately their decision.

So, in reality, the person who can best answer the question “What should I do?” is the client. Of course, I can only hope that the decision is made after they consider my advice. n The law firm of Evan H. Baron and Associates is located at 1655 North Commerce Parkway, Suite 201, in Weston. If you have any questions concerning this issue or any other family law matter, call the office at 954-385-9160.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

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BY ALEX A. MAYER, MBA-HSA ere we go again!

Last year Amazon alerted consumers who had purchased Align (Procter & Gamble brand) nutritional supplements from a certain seller that the product was counterfeit and that they needed to stop consuming it.

Just to put this problem into perspective, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development reported that in 2016 the on-line sales of counterfeit products, ingredients, and name brands amounted to $509 Billion!

Raw materials come in many forms and from numerous sources (India, China). Some are not as effective as others, perhaps because they are less bioavailable or less stable than others. Some are selected by manufacturers, not because they are better quality, but because they are cheaper or easier to use in the manufacturing process. Also, while dietary supplement manufacturers are required to perform identification tests on raw materials, they are not required to test their materials efficacy or things like residual solvents and fillers that may be used in the production process with potentially harmful consequences over prolonged consumption.

It may surprise you, but dietary supplements do not require FDA approval since they are classified as special food category and fall under the jurisdiction of Dietary Supplement Health & Education Act of 1994. This is why it is so important to purchase only “medical-grade” supplements from a reputable source.

Bellissimo Medical in Weston believes that it is critical that consumers understand the importance of this issue and remain educated. Not all supplements are created equal and therefore, we only rely on a variety of national reputable companies that continually test raw materials and finish products in state of the art laboratories with cutting edge scientific methods to guarantee substance identity, potency, and safety.

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REAL ESTATE

How Buyers Sabotage Their Home Purchase – Part II

BY ZONA HORTON s you remember, I stated that the 2020 spring selling season is here, and we are off to the races.

There’s been a ton of advice written over the years about things a buyer should not do when embarking on a home purchase.

Part I covered: Unrealistic expectations; hesitation; unfair comparisons; majoring on the minor and we are looking, looking, looking.

Here are the next four topics: 6. Trying to time the market.

None of us has a crystal ball. Timing the market is impossible.

When you are looking, you are going to see the current inventory. Depending on the type of property, the inventory will vary.

Properties may demand a higher price in the spring and summer months.

Regardless, when you have been contemplating moving, there is a sense of urgency that comes into play.

Realtors do not make the inventory. We sell other people’s product and have to deal with the product at hand.

7. Posturing Your Low-Ball Offers Uh . . . no!

A seller could reject and not entertain any offer from you putting you and your agent in an awkward position – especially if inventory is low. If the seller wants to play, he could counter back full price and see if the buyer bites – and to see if the buyer is really a serious contender.

A buyer risks alienating the seller and wasting everyone’s time.

8. Overbidding Uh . . . no again.

Overbidding with an appraisal contingency (Addendum F on the FR-BAR contract) can be another time waster as the seller can counter back with a “no appraisal contingency” and you are back at square one.

9. Inflexibility I’ve had clients who were professional negotiators and wanted to make low-ball offers yet the seller was to throw in the “kitchen sink” – figuratively.

In South Florida, we have experienced a seller’s market (except for the time of the bubble 2005-2011). Still, during the bubble, sellers were not giving their homes away unless they had to walk away in a short-sale situation, In 2020, with our economy and the historic, unprecedented low mortgage rates, buyers are in a great position to get into the Real Estate market.

If you are now renting because you stepped out of the market (during the bubble, especially), now may be the time to step back in. Most buyers wish they had hung in there and attempted a loan modification.

Renting is a good decision in some circumstances, but everyone knows that homeownership is the giant step to a better financial future.

Having an open mind, a flexible spirit and a willingness to compromise will help you through the Real Estate maze. The transaction itself is tricky enough.

With the right professionals to guide you, you will remain in the right lane!

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Elite Dental and Aesthetics Has New Faces and Bigger Smiles

BY BEVERLY PERKINS

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ust a couple of months ago, Dr. Santiago Lopez and Dr. Carolina Borgenicht acquired Elite Dental and Aesthetics. Although the popular Plantation practice has new faces, the office is still dedicated to personalized care in the dental field. A variety of services are offered and the dynamic dental duo is sure to make their patients’ dental experience a great experience.

Dr. Santiago Lopez is an expert in the area of implant and cosmetic dentistry, a master of the latest concepts in digital smile design and has a fully digital workflow. Dr. Carolina Borgenicht is a family dentist who treats

patients from ages 3 and up. However, she is skilled in all phases of Cosmetic, Implant and Restorative Dentistry.

Combined, the Gator loving couple offer a variety of treatments in the dental field, including placing and restoring implants, teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, crowns, bridges, oral surgery, dentures, and so much more. The state-of-the-art facility also has the latest and greatest technology available to make each procedure as easy and painless as possible.

Drs. Lopez and Borgenicht recently took the time to answer some questions about their newly acquired practice.

What distinguishes you from your competition?

First and foremost, we listen to our patients’ needs and expectations. We value our patients’ time, so we provide many services all under one roof by providing excellent care with the latest technology. Our fully digital workflow allows predictability in our treatment, from the diagnostic phase, and planning up to the execution phase. This type of workflow guarantees the satisfaction of our patients and most importantly, a natural-looking smile.

Besides traditional dental services, what others do you provide?

We are going to start offering treatment for sleep disorders, special needs patients, TMJ problems, and orofacial pain.

Is there anything else you would like readers to know about you and/or your business?

At Elite Dental and Aesthetics our patients are treated like family in a warm and caring atmosphere. We actively listen and understand their needs and tailor our recommendations to give them the very best oral health care. By doing so, we meet the desires and expectations of our patients.

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To be successful as a public safety agency, we must hold ourselves to the highest standards of professionalism and accountability.

Over the past year, we have made great progress. We have increased training, adopted a more proactive community policing practice, instituted neighborhood support teams, diversified our command staff and improved our recruitment of new public safety professionals. These changes are the first of many in my continued efforts to enhance our service and strengthen community partnerships and public trust.

Another key to building public trust is policing ourselves in a professional and accountable manner. During my first year as sheriff, I participated in the disciplinary system and found that too often, the findings of the internal review process simply did not reflect the standards we must live up to as public safety professionals. As a result, I rejected the recommendations of the Professional Standards Committee and terminated four deputies for use of excessive force.

Building upon this experience, I have begun to make the necessary changes at the Broward Sheriff’s Office to improve our internal investigations process. The improvements include the appointment of new members to the Professional Standards Committee and the formation of a new Use of Force Review Board, which will be tasked with reviewing use of force for consistency with BSO training and policy and making recommendations as to whether further investigation or training is needed.

These changes promote a more accountable and timely review of questionable use of force that guarantees due process for deputies, while making sure that the process is clear and shows accountability to the public. The Use of Force Review Board will allow for quicker evaluation and referral of those cases deemed in need of further review by Internal Affairs.

With these changes, I am sending a clear message to my deputies that egregious use of force will not be tolerated under my leadership. Make no mistake; when my deputies do the right thing, I will always support them and have their backs. As an organization, we are committed to excellence and will demonstrate professional public safety practices the public and good policing require.

These programs I instituted and the changes I am making inside BSO’s disciplinary process are met with the intention to hold ourselves more accountable but also serve as part of my dedicated effort to bringing BSO closer to the communities we serve.

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BY MAYOR JUDY PAUL ast month I had the opportunity to give my State of the Town address to the Davie/ Cooper City Chamber of Commerce. I have included a few excerpts from that address.

“You are witnessing the progressive transformation of a renewed Downtown along Davie Road. It won’t be long before you will see residents and students, walking along the sidewalk to get to school or work; entrepreneurs opening the doors to their businesses - welcoming customers, serving food, drinks, the laughter inside, and the smell of delicious food emanating from inside; the facilities with their various western theme façades; a beautiful archway welcoming you to Cowboy Town area; beautiful lights, streetscapes; artwork; real-estate opportunities – a gathering place where people emulate our motto of being the place to “live, work, learn, and play.”

I relish the opportunity to see and meet business owners and entrepreneurs who represent the growth, and development boom the Town is experiencing and what is to come and who are no strangers to the amazing amenities the Town has to offer in business growth, public safety, beautification and preservation of our unmatched open space.

I hope to provide you with a synopsis of the plans we have in store as we present our 2020 vision for the Town’s next decade. When you think of 2020, we commonly associate those numbers with perfect vision. This is certainly indicative of the Town’s vision of our synergy through economic development, parks and, open spaces, delivering exceptional services and promoting long-term sustainability for businesses and residents alike.

Davie is home to over 4,500 active businesses and tens of thousands of employees who, on a day-to-day basis, are looking to expand, diversify and call Davie home. The development and redevelopment are a testament to the Town’s strong fiscal stability and Davie being viewed as a central hub that attracts customers and businesses alike while maintaining our quaint western charm. Davie is uniquely positioned when you consider that Broward County is comprised of 31 municipalities and of those, 1/3 or 10 touches our borders and we are surrounded by 3 major interstates. In addition, we are near the airport and seaport, and with a vast NSU educational component within our 37 square miles, it’s safe to say we have been discovered and Davie is the place to be.

Some of the projects include Zona Village at SW 39 Street and Davie Road: this is an exciting commercial and residential project that broke ground in June 2019 and is nearing completion. The project is ideally located near the colleges and universities and provides easy access to the highways and byways. The $30 million development features 189 residential units and over 20,000 square feet of commercial space. The western façade and contemporary design of the building will fit into the Downtown area.

Going further south on Davie Road, you will see Mainstreet Lofts, a mixed-use project. This $6 million project is almost completed and will feature 49 units and over 4,000 square feet of commercial space.

The building also continues at the Davie Business Center, which houses various enterprises. They have finished four of the seven buildings. They have leased out over 400,000 square feet of warehouse space.”

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