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Summer sure did fly by. The hot warm days will soon end and we will (or at least I will) welcome a slight chill in the air– I am even dreaming about roasting marshmallows around a campfire during a cool evening (as I write this it is still August and about 90 degrees outside, sigh).

Each season in nature spurs on change in so many ways. From the foliage turning beautiful colors, to animals preparing to hibernate, some differences are noticeable and some are not. For us, here at Piedmont Lifestyle Magazines, we want change to occur–to improve our magazines so you enjoy each page even more.

In order to succeed, we need your opinion. Please, go online to piedmontlifestyle.com/survey, or find last month’s copy of the magazine and complete the hard copy of the Reader’s Survey we included. We truly value your input and are so looking forward to developing additional stories or segments that will be enjoyed by all.

Enjoy this month’s issue, which contains helpful roofing tips; information for those with children, and some great information for individuals taking care of elderly family members. Thank you for your readership, and we look forward to reviewing the feedback you submit on how we can serve you better.

In closing, I wanted to share some of my favorite quotes about change in general and the metaphor of seasonal change. Enjoy.

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Families 4 Fauquier September excitement

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Vint Hill Fall Festival Makes strides in its third year

Selecting Countertops Nothing dresses up a kitchen like a new surface

BY BETHANNY FOX

Safety Precautions for Senior Citizens

Fauquier’s Veterans Still Serve

Educate before you medicate

BY CAROL SIMPSON

BY ROBIN EARL

BY JEFF DOMBROFF

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Teaching Your Kid to Ride A Bike

Join the Movement of the Makers

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DIY at your library

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Dog’s Day

Roof Issues

A pool party for man’s best friends

Now is the time to evaluate

Help create confidence and independence

BY MARIA MASSARO

BY BRIAN WATTS

BY JARED NIETERS

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BY CAROLINE KESSLER AND JODY SCHMIDT

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A Fresh Start Chance Foundation rescues and rehabilitates dogs

BY KATIE FUSTER

Reader Survey Piedmont Publishing seeks your input

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September Excitement: Upcoming events for all to enjoy Friday, September 1 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. - First Friday September is going to the dogs! Stop by our vendor booth during First Friday in Old Town Warrenton. We will be making fun pet first aid kits. We will also have our Legos and photo props available.

Sunday, September 17 at 8 a.m. - Bodies in Motion 5k/10k/Fun Run Please join the community for the Bodies in Motion 5k/10K/Fun Run at the WARF. This race helps many of our great community nonprofits that serve those in need. To learn more or to register please visit www.

BodiesinMotion5k.com.

Above: F4F Volunteering at the Fauquier Education Farm to pick up the harvested potatoes.

Thursday, September 21 from 5 to 8 p.m. - International Day of Peace Crescendo Music, WARF & Families4Fauquier will be celebrating the International Day of Peace on Wednesday at the WARF. Pinwheels (made at our booth) will be displayed at the WARF. Yoga, storytime, music, playground, police vehicles on display and help decorate the peace mural to be displayed in the WARF and make a pinwheel for peace too. See you there.

Saturday, September 23 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Vint Hill Festival F4F will be hosting a vendor station with fun activities at the Family Fun Day at Vint Hill Festival. This is a free festival for the whole family. Be sure to stop by and see us!

Saturday, September 23 at 9 a.m. - Run For Your Life 5K CAYA is hosting the Run For Your Life 5K at Verdun Adventure Bound and is to help raise awareness and educate the community on the dangers of substance abuse. Follow Sasquatch through the woods to the finish line. www. cayacoalition.org/run-for-your- life-5k/.

Sunday, September 24 at 2 p.m. - Big Dog Pots Pottery Big Dog Pots Pottery in Marshall will be hosting our monthly F4F Painted Rocks Club. Please RSVP if you plan on attending so that we are sure to have adequate supplies for everyone to enjoy.

REGISTER ONLINE for Friday, October 27 - Annual Trunk or Treat Bash It’s time to register your business, group, organization or family to host a decorated trunk for our 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat Bash at the WARF. The event kicks off at 5:30 p.m.. Only those hosting trunks need to register. Space is limited. Register at eventbrite.com (search WARF Trunk or Treat)

Join our mailing list or become a Charter Member and get involved today!

Families 4 Fauquier is your link to family resources in Fauquier County and beyond. F4F is committed to strengthening and enriching the lives of children and families that live right here in our own community. For additional information about joining our membership program, receiving our monthly community newsletter or any of the events listed above please visit our website at www.families4fauquier.com or email us at info@families4fauquier.com.

We now offer monthly advertising, website sponsorships and community event sponsors. If your organization has an interest in helping to support our community projects, events and programs please contact us today because together we can make a difference in little ways that can add up big!

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Vint Hill Fall Festival makes strides in its third year

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n September 23, Vint Hill Fall Festival (VHFF) will once again be part of our region’s tradition. Over 100 vendors will participate to create an atmosphere perfect for residents and businesses to interact in a fun and engaging manner. “Our goal each year is to capture the spirit of community within New Baltimore through a signature event,” said Vint Hill Village, LLC president Ed Moore.

“The Vint Hill Fall Festival is an invaluable part of our larger mission to create a sense of place and purpose in New Baltimore.”

The festival is a rain or shine, community-focused, family-friendly experience that runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free to the public. Children and pets are welcome. The event will be held on Aiken Drive and surrounding lots between Bludau Drive and Sigler Road.

This year will offer visitors a variety of entertainment, artisan vendors, food vendors, children’s activities, and new features specifically designed to engage and entertain families. Staying true to the festival’s mission, which is to carry on the tradition of a signature autumn event that dates back to Vint Hill Farms Station Army base, the festival takes the form of a street fair that focuses on the local businesses of Vint Hill, greater Fauquier County, and the Piedmont region.

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This year, the VHFF hosts, Vint Hill Village, LLC, have partnered with Fauquier County Parks & Recreation (FCPR) to ensure families with young and older children have plenty to look forward to.

FCPR will be hosting its own “Family Fun Day at Vint Hill” in the Village Green directly adjacent to the festival, with activities dedicated to children. Inflatable moon bounces, a rock climbing wall, and magic show are just a few highlights to expect at Family Fun Day. There will also be a petting zoo (open all day

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long), children’s vendors, face painting, and family-friendly music and performances.

This year Camelot Classic Cars, musicians, demonstrations, and dance performances will be on hand to entertain all attendees.

Vendors include local businesses such as Bull Run Academy of Gymnastics, The Lasley Centre, Piedmont Dogs, Lord Fairfax Community College, Old Bust Head Brewing Co., Iva Bella Salon, Simple Pure Products, The Fauquier Community Theatre, and many more.

2017 VINT HILL FALL FESTIVAL

Saturday, September 23 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Aiken Drive, Vint Hill Virginia Between Bludau Drive and Sigler Road

Also, enjoy a variety of food provided by food trucks and vendors, which include SoBo Mobile, Crepe Love, The Philly Cheesesteak Food Truck, A-1 Kettle Korn, The Inside Scoop, Johnson Family Funnel Cakes, Cooking Thyme, Old Tyme Stick Ice Cream, Chocolate Moonshine Co., Shawn’s Smokehouse BBQ, Churrasco Brazilian Steakhouse, and more.

To register as a vendor, participate as a performer, or view the full list of participants, visit vinthillfallfestival.com.

Sponsors for this event include UVA Community Credit Union (the stage title sponsor) and cloudcomputing giant, OVH (Food Village sponsor), Pennoni, 103.1 WJMA FM, Sunbelt Rentals, Discovery Publications, Warrenton Toyota, Appleton Campbell, Robinson Paving and more.

For more information about VHFF, or to sign up as a vendor, sponsor or entertainer, visit www.vinthillfallfestival. com. For questions about VHFF, please contact Deborah@vinthillfallfestival. com. For more information about Family Fun Day at Vint Hill, visit the Fauquier County Parks & Recreation Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/ events/883380651799804/ ❖

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Dog’s Day Man’s best friends make a splash at their very own party on September 9

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he Dog’s Day Pool Party has been an annual treat since 2006, giving canines the opportunity to swim, play fetch, or just go for a dip in the Larry Weeks Community Pool in Vint Hill. Aquatics Manager Melissa Nester has been coordinating this event for the past 10 years and has watched it grow into an experience so appreciated that it now draws “regulars” from all over the county and beyond. “Many of the dogs

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return every year,” she said.

“Participants are so grateful that we offer this that they’d like for us to offer more than once a year.”

Dog’s Day will be held on Saturday, September 9 from 1 to 4 pm. Attendees pay six dollars per dog at the gate. Proceeds go to the Fauquier County Parks and Recreation Youth Swimming Scholarship, which allows qualified individuals the chance to take part in free beginner swim lessons.

Benefitting both canines and the community, this year’s event is sure to yield another good turnout and happy memories for all involved.

“We usually have anywhere from 50 to 100 dogs come through, depending on the weather and the time of day, with up to four persons accompanying each dog,” Nester said. “We have also seen an increase in human numbers since allowing children inside the gate. This has

enabled more participation from families.”

While other agencies have added a dog day in the last few years, Larry Weeks is the only public pool in Fauquier County that offers an event like this. “Although we have a lot of dogs from Fauquier, we see visitors come from neighboring counties as well,” Nester continued. “Ours is still a popular event because there just aren’t many other options for our canine friends to enjoy running and splashing about with other canine friends in a controlled environment.”

Ideal for the occasion, both the family and children’s pools at Larry Weeks have designs that allow easy access for the dogs. “Both of our pools have a zero depth entry, which makes it much easier for little ones and those that aren't such good swimmers,” Nester explained. “The dogs still get to enjoy the water and feel secure at the same time, with

“A few of the braver ones even go down the slide, and some you just can’t stop!” their feet touching the floor.

The baby pool is a hotspot among all sizes of dogs. The entire depth is just under two feet. Not only do dogs fetch balls in this pool; they also get to chase and play with each other. A few of the braver ones even go down the slide, and some you just can't stop!”

The pure and simple fun explains the appeal and longevity of Dog’s Day. “I have found it to be a great idea and have continued programming it into our schedule each year,” Nester said. “It's such a happy sight to see the dogs enjoying themselves, and it's so much fun to see all different kinds of dogs with different swimming abilities. Some never get in the water, and they still seem to have fun.

I've even seen dogs wearing lifejackets and, on occasion, a bathing suit!”

For more information about Dog’s Day Pool Party, including ways in which to volunteer for this event, please contact Melissa Nester at melissa.nester@ fauquiercounty.gov or visit the Parks and Recreation calendar page at www. fauquiercounty.gov. ❖

Dog’s Day Rules: Only pooches are allowed in the pool.

Dogs must have a current county license and vaccinations.

Dogs need to enter and exit on a leash no longer than six feet.

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Piedmont HOMES

SELECTING

Counter Tops Nothing dresses up a kitchen quite like it, but with so many options, choosing just one can be a daunting process

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am sure you have noticed there is a plethora of choices when you are trying to select a new countertop. Whether you are seeking a new surface for your kitchen or your bathroom, it is good to obtain information on what is available and how each material will perform for your family. These are some of the most often asked countertop questions, and the answers to help guide you through the process.

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Piedmont HOMES

much does the Q How price of a countertop vary?

A. Most of us get started with a budget, and try to figure out what we can do within that budget. For example, we have all seen the slabs of granite on the side of some big box store plastered with a square foot price: “Today only $29.99 per SF.” Although that may sound great, it really doesn’t give us enough information. Does the $29.99 cover all of the necessary costs like the field measure (the professional coming out to your house to take accurate measurements) and the faucet cut outs? Typically, no. It is usually a sales tactic to get you into the store to shop, and not an accurate estimate of what your final cost will be.

Obtain a quote for the specific countertop you are interested in, not necessarily what you think will be in your budget.

Sometimes you will find that a high definition laminate top may only provide a $300 savings over the granite material you really liked to begin with. So make a few selections and get a few quotes.

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Why does granite have varying price levels, and is one type better than another?

A. The square foot price doesn’t have anything to do with the integrity of the stone.

On the Mohs Scale of hardness (a comparison scale testing the scratchability of minerals), all granite rates a seven. Granite pricing is solely based on where the stone comes from in the world, how hard it is to harvest, how rare the stone is, and how much of it we have on the market at any given moment.

$ Least Expensive Post Form Laminate High Definition Laminate Tile, Granite, Marble, or Solid Surface Exotic Granite, Marble, or Engineered Stones Quartzite, Soapstone, Wood, or Glass

$$$ Most Expensive countertop Q What materials are heat resistant?

A. Countertops made from materials such as natural or engineered stones tend to be heat resistant, “resistant” being the key word. Even granite and engineered stone cannot endure abuse by heat repeatedly.

Expansion and contraction will eventually cause damage, and it will be visible. Best advice for any material is to use a trivet.

you cut directly on Q Can any type of countertop surface?

A. Some manufacturers boast that you can use a knife directly on the surface without scratching. However, there are good reasons to always use a cutting board. Knife marks will be visible on laminate, wood, soapstone, marble, travertine and solid-surface countertops.

Others, like granite, engineered stone, and quartzite may not be scratched, but will dull your knives. Whatever surface you decide on for your countertops, your next move should be the purchase of an attractive cutting board.

type of countertop Q What doesn’t have any seams?

A. A solid surface countertop is your answer if a seamless look is important to you. Solid surface tops have come a long way in the past 10 years. There are now several manufacturers, like Dupont Corian, who have developed some beautiful products with the look and appeal of striated stone. Along with the seamless look of a solid surface, you can also get an integral sink and backsplash.

This stain-resistant material makes cleanup a breeze, and requires no maintenance. Plus, if you were ever to damage your solid surface countertop, it can be repaired; it is the only renewable surface available.

there other options Q Are besides stone that provide heat, scratch and stain resistance?

A. Engineered stones (a manmade stone facsimile fabricated from adhesive and crushed stone) come in many patterns and solid colors. Because this product is man-made in sections, it has a consistency and repetitiveness to the slabs instead of an overall fluid pattern. The engineered stones are not heat-, scratch-, or stain-proof, rather, they are only resistant to these hazards.

With engineered stones, you can achieve the look of granite without the maintenance.

is the least Q What expensive countertop?

A. The postform laminate, a premade laminate with the curved edge (half-inch bullnose) and integral back splash, is the least expensive.

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the big box stores in limited sizes and colors. The next option, slightly more expensive, is custom laminate. These custom tops are made of a higher-quality product and high-definition digital graphics are used to create the look of stone. Custom laminate tops also have several different edge treatments (i.e. ogee) as well as under-mount sinks. Laminate may not be heat, scratch or stain resistant, but it is inexpensive.

it true that marble and Q Issoapstone are soft?

A. Yes, according to the Mohs scale. Marble is rated at a three to four, and soapstone is a one. Both of these stones are heat-resistant, but neither is scratch-resistant, and both will stain if not treated periodically with a stone-penetrating sealer.

If you use heavy lotions, oils or perfumes, this is not the countertop for you.

Searching for just the “right” countertop can be daunting.

The best thing to do is educate yourself on the products you find interesting. Talk to your friends, family, and neighbors, and listen to their experiences.

Obtain quotes for the materials you like and make comparisons based on the total installed price. Lastly, ask a professional.

If you ask a salesperson, they will sell you what is most profitable for their store. Locate a professional who will help you find what material best suits your budget and lifestyle. ❖

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AUTHOR Brian Watts owns and operates a family owned business, Rescue Roofing. He has been in the roofing industry for over 14 years, and specializes in roofing, siding, windows, and gutters.

Visit his website at www.myrescueroofing. com or contact him via phone 540-729-1649, or by email at rescueroof@ aol.com.

Roof Issues

Now is the time to evaluate before the cold months settle in

BY BRIAN WATTS

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ate summer and early fall is a good time to have your roof inspected before the cold winter months hit. Many homeowners do not know if repairs, or even a new roof, are necessary, so it is always best to have a professional take a look, as they know how to navigate rooftops safely.

Remember, your roof is your first line of defense in protecting your home and its valuables, especially sentimental items. When you contact a company, do your research. Make sure they are reliable and have excellent ratings. Friends and neighbors may have a recommendation for you as well.

Inspections may often reveal symptoms of either a needed repair or a new roof, or will alleviate your worries altogether.

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What Roof Inspectors Look For Roof inspections are often affordable and hassle free, and may give you peace of mind going into the cold winter months. During a roof inspection, an inspector should be looking at the following areas: • Is the roof properly nailed?

• Is there moisture present?

• Are there any water leaks?

• Is the roof deck deteriorating?

• Are the granulars deteriorating? If a roof has discolorations (a color variance) it may be caused by the granulars coming off the shingles.

• Are the shingles missing, loose or split?

• Are the shingles buckled or curling?

• Is there algae present?

• Is the flashing damaged or corroded?

• Are there any obstructions to the gable vents or attic vents?

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• Are all gutters and downspouts in good working order?

Signs Your Roof Needs Repairing • Water spots on your interior ceilings.

• Missing shingles.

• Missing ridge vent.

• Loose flashing.

Signs You May Need a New Roof • Granules are seen collecting in the gutters.

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Safety Precautions for Senior Citizens Educate before you medicate

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hyllis Brown was one of the rare 75-year-olds who had never taken medication, other than a daily vitamin and an occasional aspirin. When Phyllis fell, broke her hip, and returned home after three months in rehab, she had a regimen of four prescriptions for pain, sleeping, and arthritis. Anesthesia from the surgery had left her “a little fuzzy-headed,” and Phyllis found that keeping track of her medicines was difficult. Luckily, when her neighbor, Jerry, took her to the drugstore, the pharmacist asked her if she had any questions.

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Phyllis learned a lot about seniors and their safe use of medications: • Have a relationship with your pharmacist. He or she can be a great source of information. Don’t be afraid to ask questions.

• Use the same pharmacy for all your medications. That way, if there are potential drug interactions, the pharmacist will be able to alert you right away and talk with your physician about a safer choice. Ask your pharmacist if all your prescriptions can be refilled at the same time to avoid frequent trips.

• Know why you’re taking each drug. When your healthcare provider prescribes a new medication or changes a dosage, ask why, what the potential side effects might be, what time of day to take it, and whether it should be taken on a full or empty stomach. Then, follow through on those directions; don’t skip a pill, for example.

• Keep a list of all your medications in your wallet or purse. Include drug name, dosage and frequency. Remember to add over-the-counter pills and liquids, such as vitamins, herbal preparations, patches, and nasal sprays.

• Never take expired medications and never let anyone else take your medications.

• Use a pill organizer to help monitor your medication schedule. Organizers can be found in most drug stores and at Simple Comforts in Warrenton.

As people age, their bodies respond differently to medicines than when they were younger. Age-related changes in the major organs (liver, kidneys, heart, etc.), as well as to eyesight and even memory, may cause seniors to increase their risk of overdose or side effects. Medication safety is something to take seriously.

If you need help understanding your “If you need help prescriptions, do understanding not hesitate to talk with your primary your prescriptions, care doctor, your or even do not hesitate pharmacist, your family before to talk with your making a costly mistake. Travis primary care Hale, PharmD, of doctor, your Remington Drug, sums up his advice to pharmacist, or older adults by saying, before you even your family” “Talk take!”

Phyllis Brown followed her pharmacist’s tips and was able to better understand and coordinate her medication usage. Having recovered from her hip operation, she is now back to taking only her arthritis pill once a day. ❖

Helpful Resources Aging Together Call Aging Together, 540-829-6405, for a free brochure, “Your Medicine: Be Smart. Be Safe,” that includes a medicine wallet card and tips on medication safety.

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Teaching Your Kid to RIDE a BIKE THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT, TERRAIN, AND PRACTICE HELPS CREATE CONFIDENCE AND INDEPENDENCE

About the AUTHOR Jared Nieters is coowner of Haymarket Bicycles and founder of Mapleworks Endurance Coaching.

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Physically, this means they should have the strength to hold up the bicycle on their own. Emotionally, kids need to have the confidence and desire, but also need to be able handle the anxiety

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CHOOSE THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT Every rider should place a helmet on their head before they throw a leg over a bike. If the child is particularly anxious about crashing, opt for knee and elbow pads. This equipment may aso help boost their confidence.

Parents should also make sure the bicycle is set up for success. Your child’s feet should be able to touch the ground when they are settled on the bike seat. Choose a bike with a coaster-brake (a brake activated by pedaling backwards), as this characteristic may make it easier to stop and will eliminate the distraction of a hand brake.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT TERRAIN Select an open space with nice grass and a slight downhill slope. This may help kids gain the necessary speed to balance the bike and provide a softer landing when the inevitable crashes occur.

PRACTICE THE SKILLS Before setting off, have your child simply practice holding the bike up on their own, look ahead where they want to go, and practice the braking movement (pushing backwards on the pedals).

LET IT TIP! Be prepared to follow behind, helping as needed. With one hand on the back of the seat and the other on the back or neck, have the child pedal while you help them balance.

As the skill develops, you’ll begin to notice less pressure on your hands, indicating your rider is developing balance on their own. Once the balance is evident, it’s time to let go.

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DON’T OVERREACT TO CRASHES Some kids will “bail out” on the attempt when they get nervous, while others will keep going until a crash happens. As a parent, it’s important not to overreact to crashes. Kids need the resilience to respond to mishaps without unnecessary fuss.

Below: Kick bikes allow children to learn to ride by walking rather than pedaling. These bikes build two-wheeled balance, coordination, and confidence. Photo courtesy of Strider Bikes.

PERSIST Persistence is an important skill for all kids to develop, and this is a great time to teach that lesson. As kids continue to push through the challenge, the payoff at the end will be more fulfilling—but pushing too hard can have a negative impact on success and delay the process.

Once it’s clear that frustration is outweighing the fun, it’s time to wrap up the lesson and return to it another day.

THE NEW ALTERNATIVE Try a kick bike. These childsized machines look nearly identical to a bike, but lack the pedals and chain. They are often far lighter and are used more like a scooter with a seat.

Parents can allow their kids to maneuver the kick bike at their own pace, which often means just walking around with the bike underneath them.

When your child is ready, they begin to take longer and longer strides, while sitting on the bike. Eventually the sense of balance will kick-in and they can coast down hills and around corners. At that point, transitioning to a pedal bike can happen in just a few minutes.

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PATIENT LIABILITY every visit. It’s important that Medicare patients know if their primary insurance is Medicare. If it is not, they will be asked to present their most current primary insurance cards, along with their Medicare card, at registration.

LEARN ABOUT YOUR INSURANCE Patients can help themselves by knowing, understanding and abiding by the requirements of their insurance plan. Patients should be aware of the major nuances of their insurance, like co-pays, co-insurances and deductibles.

Registration personnel at the hospital work with dozens of different insurance plans. They may not be experts in all of them.

Patients should be aware of the specifics of their insurance.

If you don’t know whether or not Fauquier Hospital participates with your insurance, ask at registration.

If the hospital or services are not in your network, it may increase your out-of-pocket costs.

PRE-AUTHORIZATIONS AND REFERRALS If preauthorization or referral is needed, you should obtain it from the ordering physician prior to coming to the hospital. Preauthorization is not a guarantee that insurance will cover the procedure.

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Like all hospitals nationwide, Fauquier Hospital would like to collect all known patient expenses at the time of registration.

Check with your insurance company to learn if your coverage involves a copay or deductible or requires you to pay a percentage of the hospital bill (co-insurance).

When you register, you will be given an estimate of the charges based on the information you provide.

(There are many variables that could result in a change to the estimate.) You will be offered the opportunity to pay up front and receive a 20 percent prompt pay discount.

To get the discount the bill must be paid within seven days of the date of service.

If you cannot pay up front, CarePayment is available for qualifying individuals. These payment plans are at zero percent interest and have longer payment terms.

YOUR HOSPITAL BILL Fauquier Hospital will bill your insurance company on your behalf, usually within one to two weeks after an inpatient discharge or an outpatient visit. After insurance has processed a claim–usually within four weeks–patients will receive a statement from National Patient Account Services (NPAS). The statement will arrive in a plain white envelope, without any return address that would reveal the sender. This is done to keep your health information private.

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A NPAS representative will call within 30 days of the statement date if payment is not received, He or she will state that they are representatives of Fauquier Hospital and will ask for certain identifiers, such as a date of birth or address. The first statement will include a summary of charges incurred.

Subsequent statements will show only a balance forward.

UNINSURED DISCOUNT PROGRAM An uninsured discount program for patients who do not have health insurance is in place. For those who are uninsured, or choose not to use their insurance, the hospital bill will reflect a 38% discount.

DEPOSIT ON UNINSURED SCHEDULED SERVICES Patients who are uninsured and not eligible for financial assistance are asked to pay a 50% deposit at the time of the scheduled service.

This amount is based on the estimate. (This requirement does not apply to emergency care.)

ACCOUNT PAYMENT If you are unable to pay your hospital bill, you can contact an NPAS customer service representative at (800)223-9899. He or she will work with you to develop a comfortable payment plan, or direct you to a financial counselor at the hospital if you find you need additional assistance.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Financial assistance is available to eligible patients.

Financial counselors may be reached Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 noon, and 1 to 4:30 p.m., at (540) 316-2970.

Fauquier Hospital contracts with a company called MedAssist to help patients who are uninsured or underinsured explore options that are available through federal and state programs.

A MedAssist representative may visit inpatient rooms or contact outpatients by mail or phone.

Fauquier Health’s Financial Assistance Policy and the Financial Assistance Application are both located at www.fauquierhealth. org. Search for Financial Assistance.

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Signs of this modern-day revolution can be found throughout Fauquier County.

If you have stumbled across a brightly painted pebble while running an errand or strolling through a park, you’re already a part of the Kindness Rocks Project, which spreads positivity by hiding miniature artwork throughout the community. Like these cheery stones, maker projects are all about enhancing, personalizing and reinventing our surroundings.

The homegrown nature of DIY is at once forward-thinking and retro-inspired. Particularly in the world of robotics, makers are on the cutting edge of innovation. However, many skills that may seem oldfashioned—like crocheting, hand lettering, and even home repairs—have attracted their own contemporary devotees.

In response to the DIY movement’s popularity, the Fauquier County Public Library has initiated a new series of free monthly workshops. Already, participants have painted decorative pallets, hooked rugs, and crafted trinket boxes from recycled books. Classes are planned through the end of the year to give everyone the chance to become a maker.

Jody Schmidt, selfproclaimed do-it-yourselfer and reference librarian at the Warrenton central library, shares some of her favorites from the library’s DIY collection. Read on for inspiration to start your next project.

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If you’re a fan of Joanna Gaines and the farmhouse style, you’ll love the ideas included in this book, including easy projects inspired by the current farmhouse rustic trend. The best part?

These projects won’t break the bank! Wood projects, drop cloth curtains, fabric covered books... need I say more? (More on this topic can be found in section 747 of the library.)

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About the AUTHORS Jody Schmidt (left) joined the Fauquier County Public Library in November 2013 and is the Reference Librarian at the Warrenton central library. Caroline Kessler (right) interned with the Fauquier Library this summer through the PATH Foundation. She studies English literature at the College of William & Mary and the University of St. Andrews in Scotland.

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I have a habit of collecting pretty fabric and often turn to Half Yard Gifts for inspiration. With beautiful photographs and instructions for 22 projects, you’re sure to find something to do with that leftover fabric. Every year, I think I’ll get started on my handmade Christmas gifts; with the gift ideas and suggestions in Half Yard Gifts, this just may be the year!

(More like this can be found in section 646 of the library.)

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Painting is a big trend in 2017—rocks, pallets and stretched canvas are just a few of the surfaces being explored. I’ve been experimenting with some painting techniques of my own, particularly water colors. The Everything Art Handbook is a complete guide of techniques, materials, and samples of completed art work.

The instructions are easy to follow and may be the inspiration you are looking for to start your next project.

(More like this can be found in section 740 of the library.)

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If wood projects are more your style, start with something simple like birdhouses. The Audubon Birdhouse Book includes instructions for building your feathered friends the birdhouse of their dreams, as well as suggestions on the best location and type of birdhouse to attract your favorite birds to your yard.

(More like this can be found in section 690 of the library.)

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The library also offers a number of magazines for the DIYer: Do It Yourself, The Family Handyman, and Better Homes and Gardens all offer project ideas, instructions, photos, and inspiration. Search the library’s catalog or go to fauquiercova. rbdigital.com to find these and many more magazines.

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You can fix it! Dare to Repair is aimed at women who like to take on the task of home repair, but it is also a great guide for any first time home owner or renter. Dare to Repair offers a comprehensive look at some of the most common types of household fixes, from fixing that leaky faucet to replacing a showerhead or bad electrical outlet. Pictures of the tools needed to complete each repair and easy-tofollow instructions are also included. (Disclaimer: This is merely a guide, consult a professional for repairs beyond your skill or comfort.) (More like this can be found in section 640 of the library.)

Also check out our new DIY for Adults program at the Warrenton Central Library. Held monthly, this program includes a variety of take home projects including felting, pallet painting, and more!

FCPL ROCKS (SEPTEMBER 16, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)

Learn how to turn plain rocks into colorful and attractive artwork for your yard or garden by reading Painted Garden Art Anyone Can Do by Lin Wellford. Then join us on Saturday, September 16, for the September FCPL Rocks DIY program at Warrenton Central Library.

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This amateur guide for home improvement includes step-by-step instructions and photos of quick repairs to major construction projects.

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Paper Craft: Origami, Paper Cutting, and Papier Mache, which has over 20 projects from which to choose.

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You’re never too young to join the DIY movement! Kids and adults will enjoy the simple craft projects that nurture their creative side. Read Super Simple Magnets: Fun and Easy to Make Crafts for Kids by Karen Latchana Kenney, and mark your calendar for Saturday, November 18, to make an ornament or decorative item using recycled bottle caps. Watch for more details about the Fauquier County Public Library’s DIY programs at fauquierlibrary. org or pick up a calendar of events at your local library.

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Led by Post Commander Tim Nosal, a retired Naval officer who served in Iraq, they meet monthly to shape their Post’s impact on the community. Money from their relief fund (known as the “Poppy Fund” after the famous symbolism in Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae’s poem “In Flanders Field”) has helped to develop the Sheriff’s Department’s Law Enforcement Scout program, to assist veterans at the homeless shelter and free clinic, and gone to repair veterans’ headstones after an act of cemetery vandalism.

This fall, the VFW’s relief funds will be supporting another worthy cause–patriotism among students. The organization’s two annual student essay contests are

UPCOMING ESSAY CONTESTS:

Patriotic Essay Writing Contest Grand Prize: $5,000 AWARD Grades: 6-8 Entry Deadline: October 31, 2017

currently accepting submissions through October 31, 2017. Both contests seek to instill values of freedom and appreciation in younger generations.

Students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades are eligible to enter the Patriot’s Pen youth essay competition. The nationwide contest requires a 300 to 400 word written essay on a topic selected by VFW Headquarters, for a grand prize award of $5,000 at the national level. This year’s topic is “America’s Gift to My Generation.”

High school students may enter the Voice of Democracy audio essay competition. With a $30,000 grand prize award at the national level, students must record a three to five minute essay on the theme “American History: Or Hope for the Future.”

In 2016, students from four Fauquier County middle schools and two high schools submitted essays to the Post. Aside from

receiving medals, certificates, and cash awards, the top three entries were also evaluated at the district level. A student from Cedar Lee Middle School earned second place honors at District.

The VFW continues to encourage the contest’s growth.

“We’re hoping to involve many more of the county’s schools this coming fall,” Post Quartermaster Gary Robinson says. As involvement builds, the veterans of the Post continue to serve by passing on their patriotism to even the younger members of their community.

For combat veterans who may be interested in learning more about the VFW, Post 9835 meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Warrenton Visitor Center. Eventually, the Post hopes to have their own building or “Post home.” It is a goal of the Post to acquire a building that can serve as a gathering place for veterans and location for post activities. ❖

Word Count: 300-400 typewritten words For information on entering, visit www.vfw. org/community/youthand-education/youthscholarships

VOICE OF DEMOCRACY 2017-2018 Theme: “American History: Our Hope for the Future” Patriotic Audio Essay Competition Grand Prize: $30,000 AWARD Grades: 9-12 Entry Deadline: October 31, 2017 For information on entering visit their website at www.vfw. org/community/youthand-education/youthscholarships.

NOTE: Each school will have an assigned point of contact within the school to gather the submissions, such as the Guidance Office. But if not, students should submit entries directly to the VFW Post 9835, PO Box 163, Warrenton, VA 20188. Home Schoolers are also eligible and will need to mail their entries. For more information on VFW’s essay contests, go to www. vfw.org/community/youth-andeducation/youth-scholarships.

About the AUTHOR Jeff Dombroff, Senior Vice Commander, VFW Post 9835, served in the US Army from 1964 to 1972, leaving service as a Captain. He worked for Navy Federal Credit Union in Vienna Va and retired in 2006. He and his wife Susan have been residents of Fauquier County since 1990.

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Left side, center: Roy Pepper (volunteer) with Gabriel, who had a brain tumor among many other health issues. Photo by Millard Carr.

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INDIVIDUAL DOG PHOTOS COURTESY OF CARLA NAMMACK

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uring the 2000 Christmas season, Country Club Kennels owner Carla Nammack visited an SPCA with holiday treats and cookies for the shelter’s dogs. “That was when I saw this poor little pathetic heap of a dog; he was emaciated and saturated in his own urine,” she remembers. “His chart said he was fourteen, deaf, and blind.” Elderly dogs brought to a shelter in such condition are rarely adopted. The decision had been made to euthanize the dog, and he was due to be put down within minutes.

“I asked the SPCA’s director if I could take him out for a little walk. As soon as I put the loose leash on his neck, that little lifeless blob of black perked up and his little stumpy tail almost wagged right off. I made a very quick walk out and then made a very quick u-turn to the front desk and I said, ‘I don’t know where I’m going to put him, but I’m bringing him home.’ ” Nammack did not know if the elderly spaniel would live even a week, but she was determined to make his last days comfortable and full of love. She named him Chance, after the second chance he was given that Christmas.

“He still had taste, touch, and smell, so I had to hold him a lot. It was a lot of work taking care of him, but he was a happy dog and I loved loving him!” Nammack said. “I had him for two years and three months. As painful as it is when you have

Below: Carla Nammack and pups.

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THE CHANCE FOUNDATION

Named after that elderly spaniel Nammack adopted at Christmastime in 2000, the Chance Foundation, whose mission is, Nammack said, “to rescue and rehabilitate homeless dogs, many of which are physically and emotionally damaged,” is not your typical shelter.

The need for groups like the Chance Foundation is great. “We are known for being one of the few rescues who will take the dogs that have some issues and need work. Every day I have probably 10 to 20 emails from different shelters that contact us about dogs that have issues that they aren’t equipped to work with,” Nammack said. Some dogs have medical conditions, and some have behavioral problems. She and her staff rescue and rehabilitate dogs from local agencies; they have also transported dogs from groups as far away as South Carolina and Texas.

“She really doesn’t have the word ‘no’ in her vocabulary,” said partner Matt Slaughter. “We’ll pick up a dog that has a plethora of problems, and as we’re driving back, she’ll say, ‘The girls [at the kennel] are gonna kill me,’ ” he laughed.

“When we met, I was so impressed,” he went on to say. “I’ve seen so many people who say they’re passionate about their work, but at five o’clock they’re clocking out. [Nammack] lives and breathes this, and what she does

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to say goodbye, it’s worth the pain of losing them to know you gave them happiness and love and have their love and devotion in return.”

“[Nammack] lives and breathes this, and what she does is magical.” is magical. Some of the dogs we bring in, you’d see them and think, ‘No one can help that dog.’ But within days, sometimes hours, they are a totally different dog because of the care and love she shows them. It’s amazing what happens once they know, ‘This person likes me and is going to take care of me.’ ” “The environment helps, too,” Nammack said. “Some dogs are just not equipped to live in a shelter.

When we get them in a different environment, we see the potential of the dog that is hiding deep inside.”

Nammack and the staff and volunteers at the Chance Foundation believe that no dog is born bad.

“I equate rehabilitating dogs with raising a child,” she said. “They need structure, exercise, and mental stimulation. You raise them, feed them, love them, and discipline them—not by hitting or yelling, but by teaching them how to be a polite canine citizen living in a world with humans.”

WHAT CHANCE FOUNDATION DOES

While in the Chance Foundation’s care, the dogs are housed, fed, shown kindness and love, socialized and trained, spayed or neutered, and given any medical care and vaccinations they might need. If necessary, when a dog first arrives he or she might stay in Nammack’s home with her until he/she is ready to move to Chance Foundations section of Country Club Kennels. They also have a quarantine section of the kennels if that is warranted.

“Once the dogs are ready, for adoption, they are listed on our website, and we do everything we can to find them the very best match for a new home. We typically talk to potential adopters on the phone first, then have them come out to meet the dog if it sounds like they may be a good match. If, at that point, the potential adopter wants to pursue adoption and we feel that the dog is a good fit for the family and they for

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him/her, we conduct a home visit to make sure we’re sending the dog to a safe environment and to help with the transition.”

“No one who does rescue is paid for what they do,” Nammack explained. “It’s very emotionally and financially draining.” Some of the organization’s funding comes from adoption fees, donations, a golf tournament, and Giving Tuesdays in December. “But the majority of our funds come from one wonderful local gentleman who has a heart of gold and wants every dog to have a life as wonderful as his own two Above: Carla Nammack (center) with volunteers Valerie Calvano, Janel Barton. Right: Janel Barton with dogs,” Nammack said.

Sophia, Sari O’Brien with Speckles, Kathy Weaver with As someone who picks up the Chili, Carolyn Dotson with Dee Dee, Matt Slaughter broken pieces when a dog owner with Nammack’s rescue dog Lexie, and Carla cannot or will not fulfill their Nammack with her dogs Gabriel and Emmett. responsibility to their pet, one of Photos by Katie Fuster Nammack’s greatest desires is that STAFF & VOLUNTEERS people educate themselves before adopting a dog. “If you’re on the “I’ve got such a wonderful staff and a great facility where the dogs receive ample exercise, fence, go work with some dogs mental stimulation, love and affection, as well as first,” Nammack said. “Volunteer, training,” Nammack said. “Everyone who works here or find a group that does fosters states that the reason they do what they do is because and offer to foster a dog for a while. they want to help dogs.”

Dogs are living creatures that need CAROLYN DOTSON One such staff member is Carolyn respect and take considerable Dotson, kennel attendant. A lifelong Catlett resident, time, attention, and money to take Dotson grew up surrounded by animals and wanted to care of properly. They are not toys become a zookeeper when she was a girl. “I always like for our entertainment that can be to see that moment when the dogs become their true tossed aside once we tire of them selves,” Dotson said, “when you can see them relax and be happy with the other dogs.” or they become ‘inconvenient.’

They are living creatures with KATHY WEAVER Kathy Weaver comes from Manassas feelings who depend on us to to volunteer at the Chance Foundation. Weaver and her husband first met Nammack when they needed provide them with their basic needs someone to care for their fourteen-year-old lab Amos, … food, comfortable housing, who had had back surgery and needed special care companionship, mental stimulation, due to his laryngeal paralysis. The Weavers’ veterinarian exercise, and of course, kindness recommended Nammack, who impressed the Weavers and love.” with her devotion. Unfortunately, Amos’ health eventually There are currently nine deteriorated. During a visit to their shared vet, Nammack adoptable dogs at the Chance learned that the Weavers had made the difficult decision that Amos needed to be put down that day. “Because Foundation facility, in addition she truly loves and cares for the animals, Carla called us to several dogs Nammack and up in tears to express her deepest sympathy and to let her team are still preparing for us know how much she, too, loved sweet Amos,” Weaver life in “forever homes.” If you said. “So on the way to the vet’s, we stopped by for her are interested in sponsoring or to say goodbye to Amos. That’s what really sold me on beginning the adoption process [The Chance Foundation]. So whatever I can do here, for one of the Chance dogs, I do.” Weaver participates in everything from Chance Foundation adoption events to animal transport. She visit the Chance Foundation also helps with fundraising for the foundation. atcountryclubkennels.com/thechance-foundation.html ❖

COUNTRY CLUB KENNELS Nammack moved to Catlett in 1993 so that she could have more room for her dogs and horses. But when she traveled, she was faced with a conundrum. “I could not find a place where I felt comfortable leaving my dogs,” she said. Her parents had happily taken care of her pets while they lived nearby, but then they moved away to the beach. “That’s where the thought came into my mind that I could start a small facility where people felt good about boarding their dogs,” Nammack said. In her position at her father’s air services consulting firm, she was able to work from home while she tested her business model out.

“When I realized it was going work and be successful, my dad, who is an animal lover as well, understood when I told him I wasn’t going to be working for him anymore. It was due to my father’s kindness, understanding, and generosity that I was able to start Country Club Kennels in 1996. And then in 2000, I officially started the Chance Foundation.”

Katie Fuster lives in Warrenton with her husband, children, a RAWL dog, and a Chance dog. To read more about this story and meet her dogs, visit her Web site at www.katiewritesaboutlove.com.

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