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Hurricane Season is Here Again

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CALENDAR JUNE 2018 12 June 2018

COMMUNITY NEWS

SCHOOL NEWS

14 Children Enjoy Special Deals & Activities at Mayor’s Kids’ Day 16 “Violin Kids Play for Kids” Introduces Families to Classical Music 20 Pembroke Pines Celebrated 58th Birthday at Pines Day 20 City of Pembroke Pines Offers Free Children’s Summer Film Festival 22 Pembroke Pines Relay For Life Exceeds Fundraising Goal 30 Pembroke Pines Residents to Celebrate July 4th

32 KAPOW Volunteers Teach Students at Silver Palms Elementary 34 Pembroke Pines Police Department Recognizes Outstanding Students 38 Arbor Day Poster Contest Winners Announced 38 Flanagan Interact Club Assists Rotary Club with Concert

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INSPIRING INDIVIDUAL 18 Pembroke Pines Resident Named Florida Big Sister of the Year

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24 Mendez Insurance Celebrates 25 Years of Protecting Clients

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It Only Takes One Storm According to the Tropical Cyclone Landfall Probabilities tool developed by researchers from Bridgewater State University and Colorado State, Broward County has about a 35% chance of having a hurricane make landfall this year and about a one in five chance of a major hurricane making landfall. Every one of us needs to be prepared. The most important thing is to have a plan. The Department of Homeland Security’s ready.gov/hurricanes website offers the following basic preparedness tips: ▸▸ Know where to go if ordered to evacuate and have an idea of where your family will stay if you leave. ▸▸ Put together a go-bag that includes flashlights, batteries, cash, a first aid kit, medications, copies of critical personal information and water. ▸▸ If you think you may stay in your home, ensure you have several days of adequate supplies in the case you lose power and water supply. ▸▸ Create a family communication plan to ensure you and your loved ones are informed. Living in South Florida comes with so many benefits it’s hard to list them all. The biggest challenge we face each year is the threat of hurricanes. A little planning will make a big difference. Have a safe and great summer. Sincerely,

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Violin Concert – Families will have an opportunity to introduce their children to the world of classical music during “Violin Kids Play for Kids.” Violinists from the Suzuki Music Academy will perform during a kid-friendly interactive program for children of all ages. The performance will take place at 2pm, at Southwest Regional Library Auditorium, 16835 Sheridan Street, in Pembroke Pines. Admission is free. For information, call 954-357-6733 or 954-797-7777.

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Volunteer with Veterans – Every second Wednesday of the month, from 10:30am to 1:00pm, Nininger State Veterans Nursing Home residents will visit Carl Schechter SWFP Community Center where they can socialize with other SWFP members, participate in activities, join a Veteran’s Support Group or enjoy live entertainment and special events. For information, call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com.

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15th 19th Kids’ Day – Children ages 15 and younger can join in the fun at the 9th Annual Kids’ Day, from 9am-5pm. They can participate in a citywide scavenger hunt in search of great deals, food samples and lots of freebies. They can also have lunch with the Mayor and play games for prizes. All participants must pre-register with the Parks and Recreation Department and obtain a wristband. For information, call 954392-2116 or visit www.ppines.com.

can also dance all night to the sounds of the Pocket Change band. At 9pm, one of the best fireworks display in South Florida will begin. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs. For information, visit www.ppines.com.

Bingo with the Knights – Enjoy a night of Bingo and free refreshments provided by the Knights of Columbus, from 6pm-8pm, at the Carl Shechter SWFP Senior Center, 301 NW 103rd Avenue. Packets start at $15. Play all night! For information, call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com.

Dinner Dance – Have fun at the “Hawaiian Luau” Dinner Dance with live entertainment, from 5:30pm- 9:30pm, at the Carl Shechter Southwest Focal Point Community Center Campus. Prizes will be awarded for the most elaborate Hawaiian costumers. $10pp for the buffet dinner at 5:30pm Wednesdays with Winston – During (reservations required). Dance starts at “Wednesdays with Winston,” dance 6:30pm and is open to the public. For the afternoon away. Winston will rock information, call 954-450-6888 or visit the house and get everyone up on the www.ppines.com, click on Departments dance floor. Held at Carl Schecter SWFP and select Community Services. Community Center Campus, 301 NW

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July 4th Celebration – Several thousand people dressed in red, white and blue are expected to gather for the City of Pembroke Pines annual July 4th Celebration at Pines Recreation Center Festival Grounds, 7400 Pines Boulevard. Guests can arrive as early as 6pm to begin purchasing hot dogs, hamburgers, and other fun foods from all types of food trucks. From 6pm to 8:45pm, there will be rides, games, art projects and other activities for the kids. Families

Film Series – The City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts Department will be presenting a free, ten-week, Summer Film Festival for Children, from June 16 – August 11. Films will be shown on Saturdays, at 10am, at the River of Grass ArtsPark in the Susan B. Katz Theater, 17189 Sheridan Street. No ticket or reservation is required. For information, visit www.ppines.com. Wizard of Oz – From June 7 to August 18, in collaboration with Miami Children’s Museum, The Frank art gallery presents “The Wizard of Oz,” a multi-sensory exploration of the iconic Land of Oz. The exhibit invites guests to engage in funfilled journey of discovering personal strengths by using literacy, visual and performing arts, the investigation of light and science and much more. The Frank Art Gallery is located at 601 City Center Way. For information, call 954392-2120, email thefrank@ppines.com or visit thefrankgallery.org

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n June 15, more than 1,000 children are expected to join in the fun at the 9th Annual Mayor’s Kids’ Day. They will have an opportunity to eat lunch with the Mayor and visit participating businesses that will be offering them special deals. There will many new activities featured this year. “All of our children should feel like VIPs on this special day,” said Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank C. Ortis. “This is a great opportunity for them to explore our great city by visiting participating businesses and then join me for lunch at City Hall.”

The free event is for children ages 15 and younger. Preregistration is required. Residents can register at several locations throughout the city, including the Pines Recreation Center, Rose G. Price Park, Town Gate Park, Pembroke Lakes Tennis Center and the Charles F. Dodge City Center. Pembroke Pines kids enjoy 2017 event. Kids will receive a special wristband that will entitle them to hunt for deals and freebies from local businesses throughout the city. Some of the things they might find include free bowling, swimming, haircuts, ice cream, mini golf, cookies, breakfast, and more. Businesses will also offer discounts on purchases, food samples, raffles and more. From 12:30pm to 1:30pm, the Mayor will host a fun-filled lunch for the children at the Charles F. Dodge City Center, located at 601 City Center Way. They can challenge the Mayor in a City Trivia game for prizes. They can visit with fire and police personnel, as well as mascots from several of the sponsors. They can also try their luck in the BrightStar money machine, which will be filled with valuable prizes. The City will provide a free lunch and Publix will provide dessert. For information, call 954-392-2116 or visit www.ppines.com.

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n June 16, families will have an opportunity to introduce their children to the world of classical music during “Violin Kids Play for Kids.” Violinists from the Suzuki Music Academy will perform during a kidfriendly interactive program for children of all ages. The performance will take place at 2pm, at Southwest Regional Library Auditorium, 16835 Sheridan Street, in Pembroke Pines. Admission is free. During the concert, a group of 20 musicians, who range in age from 3 to 14, will play classical favorites by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, and Brahms. They will take the audience on a musical journey from the 18th century to the present with a program that includes interactive songs and musical games. “Wherever we play, parents, librarians, and teachers, are astonished by the enthusiastic receptions we get from children of all ages.” said Richard Coff, Academy Director. “Even toddlers and infants are remarkably engaged by and attentive to the performances by the children musicians in our ‘Violin Kids Play for Kids’ presentations! It seems that children tend to be most interested in seeing other kids who are able to demonstrate exceptional musical skill and poise.” For more than 30 years, the Suzuki Music Academy has been using the Suzuki Method, which is recognized by musicians and music educators as an effective way to provide formal classical music training to even the young-

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hen school ends this month, many Pembroke Pines parents will be searching for ways to keep the kids busy during the summer. The City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts Department has the answer. Once again, they will be presenting the Children’s Summer Film Festival. It is a fun way for the whole family to escape the heat with a free indoor activity. From June 16 - August 11, the City will show G or PG rated movies, on Saturdays, at 10am, at the River of Grass ArtsPark in the Susan B. Katz Theater, 17189 Sheridan Street. No ticket or reservation is required. No food or drinks are permitted in the theater. The Summer Film Festival schedule is as follows: ▸▸ June 16 - Sherlock Gnomes, PG - Help Sherlock Gnomes solve the mystery of the missing gnomes. ▸▸ June 23 - Ferdinand, PG - After Ferdinand, a bull with a big heart, is mistaken for a dangerous beast, he is captured and torn from his home.

Determined to return to his family, he rallies a misfit team on the ultimate adventure. ▸▸ June 30 - Coco, PG - Aspiring musician Miguel, confronted with his family’s ancestral ban on music, enters the Land of the Dead to find his great-great-grandfather, a legendary singer. ▸▸ July 7 - A Wrinkle in Time, PG - After the disappearance of her scientist father, three peculiar beings send Meg, her brother, and her friend to space in order to find him.

▸▸ July 14 - Peter Rabbit, PG – Join Peter Rabbit and his adventures in Mr. McGregor’s vegetable garden. ▸▸ July 21 - Lego Ninja-go, PG - Shunned by everyone for being the son of an evil warlord, a teenager seeks to defeat him with the help of his fellow ninjas. ▸▸ July 28 - Captain Underpants, PG - Two mischievous kids hypnotize their mean high school principal and turn him into their comic book creation, the kind-hearted and elastic-banded Captain Underpants. ▸▸ August 4 - Lego Batman, PG - Bruce Wayne must deal with the usual suspects as they plan to rule Gotham City. ▸▸ August 11 - The Nutjob2, PG - Surly and his friends must stop Oakton City’s mayor from destroying their home to make way for a dysfunctional amusement park. Movies are subject to change. For information, visit www.ppines. com or call 954-986-5027.

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ast year, there were an estimated 1.7 million new cancer cases diagnosed and nearly 600,000 cancer deaths in the United States. Area residents that have been touched by cancer recently gathered on the track at Walter C Young Middle School for the 20th Annual Relay For Life of Pembroke Pines, hosted by the City of Pembroke Pines and the American Cancer Society. This year’s theme was “20 Years of Hope.” “The City of Pembroke Pines strives to have healthy residents,” said Francie Novo, special events coordinator for the City of Pembroke Pines. “Raising awareness and finding a cure are two of our priorities.” There were many highlights at this year’s event, including the Luminaria Ceremony and Survivor Dinner Reception. During the opening ceremony, Makayla Tolmie performed an original song dedicated to the 20th Anniversary. This year, organizers added a Mayor’s Kids Zone and Beautiful Lengths Ceremony. Sixteen females cut their hair on stage and two men shaved their heads. One young girl cut eight inches of hair and then returned to shave it off. Since it began in 1999, the Pembroke Pines Relay For Life has raised approximately $3.5 million. This year’s event raised approximately $215,000, which far exceeded the original goal. Relay for Life of Everglades High School, which raised over $24,700, was the top fundraising team. Some of the other top teams included: PR Pageant Coaches, #Gold Together for Childhood Cancer, Divas for a Cure Pembroke Pines, Sassy Seniors for a Cure, Mayor’s Gang, Team Lakeside, Sunset Lakes Eagles, Team Mission Possible and Performers for a Cure. Together, the top 10 teams raised over $144,000.

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greeted with ‘Have a lucky day.’” wenty-five years ago, Hurricane Andrew devThere are nods to the firm’s equestrian roots astated South Florida. Many business owners everywhere you look in their offices: from racing silks shut their doors while insurance companies symbolizing the family’s past horse fled the region. Barbara Mendez, however, racing successes to a riding crop saw an opportunity. Shortly after the storm left, she used in the Kentucky Derby. opened Mendez & Associates Insurance Company. Pembroke Pines Roots, Eight years later, her brother, Al, joined the company National Focus and together, they have seen growth ever since. Mendez & Associates is located “We were really just a mom and pop agency in the in the same shopping center, on beginning,” remarked Barbara, “our entire focus Pines Boulevard, where it was was on giving every one of our clients exceptional founded. Their offices, however, customer service. When Al joined we really took off, are about three times larger than but we never lost that focus on exceptional service.” the original. The Mendez siblings Barbara’s insurance knowledge along with Al’s marwouldn’t have it any other way. keting experience made the perfect duo. “Even though many of our competitors have not The Upside Down Horseshoe survived, Mendez & Associates continues to thrive. Barbara chose a horseshoe for a logo when she We now sell insurance in 33 states,” mentioned Al, opened the business. It was both an ode to her father, “We thank our customers for continuing to place their Hall of Fame racehorse trainer, Jose “Pepe” Mendez trust in Mendez & Associations.” and a symbol of good luck and prosperity. The The company’s clients include many prominent painters providing the window art for her new office, local officials, the Fire Fighters, Pines Police Officers however, were not aware of the customary positionas well as countless local homeowners and families. ing of an upturned horseshoe and painted the symbol Mendez & Associates is proud to sponsor and support upside down. Instead of redoing the artwork, Barbara many community groups and teams. We live and play chose to embrace the unique logo. It has become in the same community where we work. synonymous with their brand ever since. Full Service Agency “Our horseshoe logo represents the success we Mendez & Associates provides a full suite of insurhave had. When Barbara started this company, it was ance solutions for local families and business, includjust her and one other person. Today, we have more ing Home Owners, Renters, Auto, Watercraft, Life and than a dozen people in our Pembroke Pines office Health Insurance to name a few. Their goal is to listen alone,” said Vice President, Al. “We have incorporated to their customers’ needs so they can customize a the luck of the horseshoe into almost everything we policy that works best for them and their budget. do. When clients visit Mendez & Associates, they are While maintaining its focus on Pembroke Pines,

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Pembroke Pines Residents to Celebrate July 4th BY DEBBY TEICH

n Pembroke Pines, the 4th of July celebration will kick off on July 3 with an all-American afternoon. From 11:30am to 1:30pm, over 700 people are expected to attend the Annual July 4th BBQ at the City of Pembroke Pines Carl Shechter Southwest Focal Point Community Center. Members will enjoy a BBQ lunch, entertainment and dancing. Student volunteers from Pembroke Pines Charter, Flanagan High School, West Broward High Schools and The Center will assist members in finding their seats and delivering dessert. Members are encouraged to dress in their finest red, white and blue for a chance to win the “Best Patriotic” outfit contest. The event is free for members only. “It’s just really a fun day with wonderful food and music inside (not outside in the heat),” said Suzy Felix, Activities Coordinator. Several thousand people dressed in red, white and blue are expected to gather for the City of Pembroke Pines annual July 4th Celebration at Pines Recreation Center Festival Grounds, 7400 Pines Boulevard. Guests can arrive as early as 6pm to begin purchasing hot dogs, hamburgers, and other fun foods from all types of food trucks. From 6pm to 8:45pm, there will be rides, games, art projects and other activities for the kids. Families can also dance all night to the sounds of the Pocket Change band. At 9pm, one of the best fireworks display in South Florida will begin. The beautiful light and sound extravaganza will last approximately 20 minutes. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs. Coolers, pets and personal fireworks are not permitted. “There’s no better place to be on the 4th of July than at the City of Pembroke Pines Celebration,” said Mayor Frank C. Ortis. “It’s a fun night for all ages, it’s a safe way to enjoy fireworks, and it’s a great way to celebrate in a patriotic spirit. I’ll see you there.” Although the Fourth of July is traditionally known as a fun holiday, it is also the

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hroughout the school year, volunteers from Nicklaus Children’s Hospital have been teaching students at Silver Palms Elementary. Once a month, Gisel Rodriguez and Julie Tan visit with students in Donna Gasbarro’s fifth grade class to teach them about the importance of community involvement, leadership, communication and teamwork. Last month, the students took a field trip to Nicklaus Children’s Hospital for the final lesson. It is all part of KAPOW (Kids and the Power of Work). KAPOW is a national network of business and elementary school partnerships which introduce students to career awareness through seven one-hour professionally designed lessons taught by business volunteers in the classroom. The lessons help students discover different jobs, what it takes to do them, and how to be successful in work and life. They include hands-on fun activities to involve the children and keep them interested. Rodriguez says she was excited to teach the stu-

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Habitual Toe Walkers BY ROBERT H. SHEINBERG, D.P.M., D.A.B.P.S., F.A.C.F.A.S.

t the beginning of independent walking, toddlers may walk on their toes. Within three to six months the heel should be touching the ground during gait. Intermittent toe walking may be present in normal children until age six or seven. Most children who present as persistent toe walkers are able to lower their heels to the ground when standing but not walking. Walking heel-toe is possible for a few steps but usually awkwardly due to tight calf muscles. Toe walkers are more common in boys and in many cases are a cause of concern. Treatment of habitual toe walkers may be necessary to avoid problems that can occur secondary to compensating for the abnormal posture. Compensation may occur by hyperextending the knee, rotating the entire leg towards the outside or having the foot turn down or out, causing a flat foot. It is important to assess the degree of muscle tightness in the hips, knees and legs. Spontaneous resolution may take place in some cases. If the gastroc soleus (calf muscles) are not severely tight, stretching at home may be of benefit. Usually casting the foot and leg is necessary to stretch out the tight muscle group. Casts may be applied every two weeks for four to eight weeks. Spontaneous resolution may take place in some cases.

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▸▸ Neurological disorders must always be ruled out. ▸▸ Tightness of the calf muscles.

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▸▸ Inability to walk in a normal heel-toe gait. ▸▸ Persistently on the ball of the foot. ▸▸ Pain in legs, especially at night. ▸▸ Feet pointing to the outside. ▸▸ Arch very flat. ▸▸ Arched lower back (hyperlordosis). ▸▸ Bouncing type gait or gait that appears abnormal.

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▸▸ Pain in the legs especially during activity. ▸▸ Pain in the legs at night. ▸▸ Fatigue in the feet and legs with activity.

Treatment:

▸▸ Thorough history and physical exam. Neurologic causes must be ruled out. ▸▸ Mild cases may require stretching exercises and night splints. ▸▸ Moderate cases require casting the leg to stretch the calf muscles. The cast is weightbearing and may be necessary for four to eight weeks. There is no pain involved. The child can resume almost all activities in the cast, including riding a bicycle and walking briskly. ▸▸ Following cast removal, splints at night may be needed. Casting the leg is especially important if the child is flat footed. If untreated, the arch will flatten, causing long-term foot, ankle, knee and back problems. ▸▸ Casting is almost always successful in the younger child if the degree of tightness is not severe. Failure to stretch the muscle group with casting the extremity may necessitate surgically lengthening the Achilles tendon or calf muscle. This is done by making three small incisions on the back of the leg, each about one-twelfth of an inch or a small cut in the gastroc aponeurosis. Casts are applied postoperatively for six weeks and night splinting for six to twelve months to maintain the correction. Doing this procedure may have a positive impact on these children for the rest of their life. They can avoid long-term problems with the extremities and back by having this procedure done properly. Dr. Robert Sheinberg is a Board Certified Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialist practicing in Weston and Pembroke Pines since 1988. He specializes in treatment of infants, children, teens and adults with injuries, pain and deformities. His associates, Doctors Messina, Cohen, DeSimone, Moya, Bertot, Shenassa and Jones, care for all musculoskeletal injuries from head to toe. 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.SouthFloridaSportsMedicine.com.

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Arbor Day Poster Contest Winners Announced

BY DEBBY TEICH

rbor Day is dedicated to the planting, care and conservation of trees. To help celebrate the holiday, elementary school students in Pembroke Pines participated in the 2018 Arbor Day Poster Contest. The winners received awards at a recent City Commission meeting. The Environmental Advisory Board held the contest to create awareness among young aspiring botanists and arborist in City of Pembroke Pines schools. The poster could reflect anything relating to National Arbor Day. Art teachers at the schools selected a winning poster from each grade, kindergarten to fifth

grade, and submitted them for the EAB to judge. The EAB selected one poster for each grade. A total of 55 students participated from eight schools, including: Pembroke Pines Elementary, Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary East, Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary West, Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary Central, Panther Run Elementary, Somerset Academy Elementary School, Pembroke Lakes Elementary, and Pembroke Pines FSU Charter Elementary. The posters were displayed in the lobby of the Charles F. Dodge City Center. The first-place winners were: ▸▸ Kindergarten - Mar’Lissandro Stoute, Pembroke

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Flanagan Interact Club Assists Rotary Club with Concert BY DEBBY TEICH

embers of the Interact Club at Flanagan High School recently brightened the day for over 500 seniors during a free concert held for the residents of Century Village. The Interact students helped serve the food and seat the residents, including many who had physical difficulties. They were assisting the Rotary Club of Miramar-Pines, which sponsors the Interact Club at the school.

“The visit to Century Village was so special, as it gave our club the opportunity to interact with our community, and give a true helping hand,” said Joslynn Gomez, 17, who is the president of the Interact Club at Flanagan High School. “We

can’t wait for more opportunities to give back to our community!” Century Village residents gathered on a Sunday afternoon to listen to the sounds of La Tradition, which specializes in a diverse range of Latin music. The seniors had smiles on their faces and many even got up to dance. Everyone enjoyed free food, which was donated by Las Vegas Restaurant and the Rotary Club, as well as water, supplied by Aldi in Pembroke Pines. “It is important to give back to the community,” said Gail Quigley, who has been a Rotary Club of Miramar-Pines member for nine years. “The motto of Rotary is ‘Service Above Self’ and this was an opportunity to spread Rotary’s message to a large group that we had never worked with previously.” The Rotary Club is always looking for ways to help in the community. Although this was the first time they held a concert for the residents of Century Village, they have been busy making a difference in other areas. They support Pack-a-Sack and give books to students at AC Perry Elementary School and Sunshine Elementary School. They provide backpacks filled with school supplies for residents of Children’s Harbor in Pembroke Pines, as well as for students in Miramar at a Center identified by Commissioner Yvette Colbourne. They support the Exceptional Theatre Company, which provides theatre experiences to handicapped children and adults. This year, they also provided art supplies and sports equipment to the Boys and Girls Club. Rotary Club of Miramar-Pines has approximately 27 members. Most live or work in Pembroke Pines or Miramar. Members meet every Thursday, at 12:15pm, at Club 19, in the Pembroke Lakes Country Club. Anyone interested in joining is welcome to attend. For information, visit www.rotaryclubofmiramarpines.com.

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s the summer months approach, so does the flea and tick season. Fleas and ticks are the most common parasites in dogs and cats and they are very prevalent in South Florida. They can become a serious problem if left uncontrolled, not only in your pet, but also in your home and yard. You may not know that your pet has fleas until their number increases to the point that your pet is obviously uncomfortable. Signs of flea problems range from mild redness to severe scratching that can lead to open sores and skin infections. Once they get a skin infection, they need antibiotics, medications for itching, as well as special shampoos to control the infection. Pets which are allergic to flea saliva, called Flea Allergy Dermatitis (FAD), may be intensely itchy with just one flea bite, while non-allergic pets may be heavily infested and show little or no discomfort. Flea control is especially important when pets have FAD.

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aring for someone with dementia is a job no one ever hopes for. And in many cases, it is a role for which most people aren’t prepared. But many families find themselves with someone in the family needing care. Every 66 seconds, someone in the United States develops dementia. Worldwide that number is once every three seconds. So, the reality is you probably know, or will know, someone with the disease. Although there is currently no way to prevent or cure Alzheimer’s, there are things that can be done to ease the burden of caregiving. One of the most important tips is to put together a strong support team. This team is made up of professionals, family members, friends, organizations, and any other person who can assist during this journey. The medical component of the team should be a physician who understands dementia and all that goes with it. This may mean using a physician other than the primary care doctor. It doesn’t mean changing doctors, but instead supplementing. An elder law attorney is also a key member of the team. It is imperative to make sure that all needed paperwork be completed while the person is still able to make such decisions. Also, the elder law attorney can steer you in the right direction in regarding financial decisions. Medicaid and Medicare laws are quite complex and ever changing. Another part of the team should include a support group. These groups, usually led by a trained facilitator, provide information about the disease, progression and resources. As a caregiver, you will gain valuable information not only from the facilitator, but from the other members of the group. Many people find that support groups offer a safe place to share thoughts that they may not share with others that are not in their situation. When looking for a support group, location may not be the most important factor. What are the dynamics of the group? If you are a spouse but most of the group is made up of adult children, it may not be the right fit. What is the style of the facilitator? You should a have a leader that you are comfortable with. Friends and family members are vital members of the team. It is not uncommon for parents to assume their adult children are too busy, too far away or not interested in helping. Others assume they are going to help more than they are able. Assumptions also might be made regarding financial decisions. Open discussions about these topics are important, so that there are not conflicts down the road. Friends, neighbors, church members often want to help but don’t know what to offer. When a person says, “If there is ever anything you need, please ask,” have a mental list of what you need. Perhaps they could bring a meal once a month. Or maybe go to the pharmacy or the store when needed. You are not able to do this job on your own. As they say, “It takes a village.” And having a team around you will make part of the journey a bit easier.

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IT IS THE POLICY OF THIS STATE TO ENCOURAGE THE PEACEFUL RESOLUTION OF DISPUTES AND THE EARLY RESOLUTION OF PENDING LITIGATION THROUGH A VOLUNTARY SETTLEMENT PROCESS” The above quote is from the Florida Collaborative Law Process Act. It is probably somewhat contrary to what many of you or friends or family have experienced while going through a divorce. Everyone has heard the “horror stories” of endless litigation and exorbitant fees. There is in fact a way to possibly avoid those issues by using the collaborative process. It is defined as “a unique nonadversarial process that preserves a working relationship between the parties and reduces the emotional and financial toll of litigation.” There are some definite rules that must be followed and not every case is suited for the collaborative process. “As part of this nonadversarial and voluntary resolution of disputes, lawyers who engage in the collaborative law process in a family law matter, and any other lawyers in that lawyer’s firm, may not afterwards represent any party in any related proceeding except to request that a court approve the settlement reached during the collaborative law process or in specified emergency situations in accordance with family law court rules.” As stated above, if for some reason the collaborative process “breaks down” and litigation becomes the only alternative, the collaborative attorney must withdraw from representing his/her client. Therefore, if the process is not successful, either a new attorney must be retained, or the client can represent his/herself. One attorney cannot represent both parties. In addition, both parties must agree to use the collaborative process. The goal of the collaborative process is for both parties and their respective attorneys to act as a team and not as adversaries. In most instances there are other “team members,” such as accountants, financial advisers, or mental health professionals. The “team” schedules meetings with all parties present. An agenda is prepared and the “team” attempts to move forward to resolve all the issues that are involved. This is a process and, therefore, the parties should be prepared to have these “team meetings” on more than one occasion. All parties must sign a written agreement before the process begins stating each client’s intent to resolve the dissolution through the collaborative process; each party’s acceptance that they shall make timely, full and candid informal disclosure of information without formal discovery; and their understanding that if either party initiates a proceeding in court, the process shall terminate and the attorney’s involved cannot continue their representation. Attorneys are now required to advise prospective clients about the collaborative process. Although there is no actual certification an attorney can obtain to be declared a “Collaborative Attorney,” there are attorneys who have been trained in the process. As in all matters of law, experience and training are always beneficial to a client. If you or anyone you know are interested in the Collaborative Process, please give my office a call. 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.

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OF THE MONTH! Meet Simba (left) an unknown mixed breed and Duke (right) a Pomeranian mix. They are 8-year-old brothers from a different mother! They met each other 4 years ago when we adopted Duke and they became best buddies at first sight! Simba’s favorite person is his momma! And Dukes favorite person is his uncle, Dario who spoils him with belly rubs and cuddles! Simba’s favorite toy is his mini chipmunks that he carries around everywhere. Duke on the other hand, doesn’t play with toys, his favorite thing to do is to sleep! Simba loves to go on walks but HATES car rides, where as Duke HATES walks, but LOVES to go on car rides! Every afternoon you can find them sleeping together on their cushion.