Words of Wellness

by Dr. Stacey Raya

Sinus Infection Relief

A sinus infection, also referred to as sinusitis, is relatively common. Allergies and the common cold are often the cause of it. Sinusitis occurs when inflamed tissue swells up, fills with mucus, and cannot normally drain. This results in increased pressure in the sinuses, causing pain, swelling around the eyes, congestion, chills, fever, and dizziness. Many people may be surprised to learn that chiropractic care can help with sinus infections and their symptoms. As a drug-free treatment option, it is an excellent alternative to prescription medications and their possibly harmful side effects. Treatment methods can include chiropractic adjustments to the thoracic spine; percussion to loosen phlegm; massage therapy; and applied pressure across the forehead, nose, and cheek areas.

Whether you’ve been to a chiropractor before or you are trying it for the first time, the chiropractic doctor will want to know specifically about your sinus issues. The doctor might ask you questions to determine the root cause of your problems, such as a deviated septum or allergies, and you can possibly get an x-ray to determine possible misalignments. To schedule an appointment, please call 860-621-2225 or visit us at 200 Queen St., Southington.

P.S. The movement of fluids is crucial when it comes to alleviating pain from a sinus infection.

Ghio said NHCOG and the other organizations already work together closely and it likely helped that they were able to demonstrate existing partnerships.

The funds will also go towards improving access for teens 13 to 18 through measures like vouchers for transportation and internet ser- vices, depending on whether children are receiving care in-person or via telehealth.

Greenwoods Counseling & Referrals will also lead a program whereby providers of all types can refer kids in need of behavioral services. Greenwoods will then take

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Do You Need a Trust?

According to the 2023 Wills and Estate Planning Survey by Caring.com, only 34 percent of Americans have an estate plan. The primary reasons respondents gave for not participating in estate planning are procrastination, believing they need more assets, and not knowing how to make an estate plan.

An estate plan is a comprehensive set of legal documents and strategies that organizes assets for a person’s death or disability. Trusts are legal arrangements used in estate planning, alongside wills and advance directives.

A trust allows one person, the trustee, to manage funds and assets for one or multiple beneficiaries. Trusts can be revocable or irrevocable. Revocable trusts allow the grantor – the person creating and funding the trust – to change it during their lifetime. With an irrevocable trust, the grantor cannot make modifications. Assets no longer belong to the grantor. Such trusts can help someone qualify for government benefits, reduce their taxable estate, and transfer wealth.

A primary benefit of trusts is that they allow individuals to bypass probate, which can be time-consuming and costly. The court excludes property placed in trust from a probated estate.

According to some sources, probate costs can consume 5-10 percent of an estate’s value. The process can also take months to years to conclude, burdening family members.

Transferring assets outside probate via a trust also maintains privacy. Trusts stay outside probate and remain confidential. Read this complete article online

“I truly thought I would be remaining in Plainville for my entire career,” LePage stated in a letter to the school community that was sent out in April. “However, I have been given an opportunity for a change that I believe will be in my best interest and the best interests of my family.”

LePage now leads Northwestern Regional School District 7, which serves about 900 students from the towns of Barkhamsted, Colebrook, New Hartford and Norfolk. LePage said he was approached about the position by the business manager of District 7. The previous superintendent, Judy Palmer, thought he would be a good fit.

During his time in Plainville, LePage enmeshed himself in the community. He served as president of the local Rotary Club, and was even named Rotarian of the Year.

While he enjoyed his many years in Plainville, especially the time spent building relationships with students, LePage indicated that political battles in town wore on him. In his new role, LePage said he’s looking forward to focusing more of his time on doing what’s best for students, staff and families.

Back in college, LePage wasn’t considering a career in education. He graduated from Central Connecticut State University with a degree in business management, then took a job in the insurance industry. But after 10 months of work, the recent college grad had made just $10,000. He needed a new direction.

“A friend of mine at the gym asked if I wanted to apply as a tutor in East Hartford,” LePage said. “The job was $15 an hour, and I worked with students at the middle school with traumatic brain injury and did that for a year. ”

In addition to the tutoring gig, LePage took a job nearby working with youngsters with serious emotional issues.

The program director was impressed with LePage, and urged him to consider a career in education. Soon, LePage was back in college, and the program director even paid a portion of his tuition. LePage earned a master’s in Special Education and Teaching from the University of Hartford, then took a position at Newington Children’s Hospital, which had a school for high school-age students with significant behavior issues.

LePage stepped into a difficult situation. “There was no learning going on,” he said.

“When I walked into the room, the entire room was painted black, with bloodred writing and images. There were no books and no desks,” he added.

With an open house for parents coming up, LePage and his new students got to work giving the room a muchneeded makeover. LePage said he had to convince the teenagers that he was a good guy, and was there to help. “It was a tough class, and some kids were in gangs, ” LePage said. “It was a mix of kids, but they were really cool, and I bonded with them.”

From there, LePage’s career took him to East Hartford, where he worked as a special education teacher in the district from 1997 to 2002.

LePage then moved over to the Wolcott Public School system, where he stayed from 2002 to 2010. In Wolcott, he started out teaching, before becoming an administrator.

In July 2010, LePage was named principal at Plainville High School. He held that post until 2016, when he became assistant superintendent. He rose to the position of superintendent in 2019.

Town Manager Mike Paulhus said LePage will be missed. “I’m sad to see him go, and I believe the community feels the same way,” Paulhus said. “We’re losing a top-notch professional, someone who is passionate about education. It was clear in everything he did.”

Until the Plainville Board of Education names a permanent replacement for LePage, Kevin Case is serving as interim superintendent. Case retired as superintendent of schools in Canton.

Obituaries

Judith Hughes Zuccarini

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A. Hughes Zuccarini, 62, of Leland, NC and Stone Harbor, NJ, passed away on Thursday, July 13, 2023, after a 5-month battle with glioblastoma brain cancer.

Born on March 26, 1961, in West Roxbury, Massachusetts, Judy was a daughter of the late Jay W. and Marie I. (Nuzzo) Hughes.

Judy had a brilliant mind and a very compassionate heart. She graduated from Medfield MA High School in 1979. She was a 1983 graduate of the Boston College Lynch School of Education and Human Development. Judy also earned a master’s degree from Boston College and a master’s degree from the University of Massachusetts, Boston.

Judy dedicated her entire professional career as an administrator, teacher and advocate for special education students in the Framingham MA, Southington, CT and most recently St. Paul MN public school systems. Judy had a tremendous impact and helped many students along with their families over the years. She was a fierce champion for her students and their families. Judy was also a mentor to new teaching professionals throughout her career. She was highly respected by her peers and formed many lifelong friendships. Judy was a former Peace Corp volunteer who served in Morocco. She volunteered

Mentoring

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut is an affiliate of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, the 119-year-old national youth mentoring organization. Based in Hartford, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut offers lifechanging programs to at-risk children in all of the state’s 169 municipalities. Learn more about Big Brothers Big Sisters by visiting ctbigs.org.

50th Reunion

with Child Protective Services & Foster Care Brunswick County NC.

Judy enjoyed spending time with family and friends at the beach, traveling and fine dining. She was a very giving and compassionate person who always thought of others before herself.

Judy is survived by her loving husband William L. Zuccarini; brothers: Stephen J. Hughes of Medfield MA, Christopher V. (Dorothy) Hughes of Sunset Beach NC, Jay W. Jr. (Sandra) Hughes of Jupiter FL and many nieces and nephews.

Services were held privately.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Judy’s name to Lower Cape Fear Life Care 955 Mercy Lane, Bolivia, NC 28422 or www.lifecare. org.

Online condolences are encouraged and may be sent to the family at www. fulwoodfuneralservice. com

Certification

Eversource is partnering with Housatonic Community College and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local Unions 420 and 457 to prepare the next generation of electrical lineworkers in Connecticut.

Renters rebate

State law provides a reimbursement program for Connecticut renters who are elderly or totally disabled, and whose incomes do not exceed certain limits.

The Southington High School Class of 1973 will celebrate its 50th reunion Oct. 7 at the Back Nine Tavern. Tickets are $50. RSVP to Shs73_50threunion@ aol.com. Send checks payable to Maureen Cassidy to: 46 Dunham St., Southington, CT 06489.

Transfer station

Plainville’s transfer station on Granger Lane is open for the season. Hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturdays only. The transfer station is for Plainville residents only. ID is required. Direct questions to 860-7930221 ext. 7176.

The Lineworker Certificate Program provides students valuable training in the electric utility industry and the opportunity to progress into Eversource’s paid apprenticeship program. For details, visit Eversource.com.

Persons renting an apartment or room or living in cooperative housing, or a mobile home may be eligible for this program.

Renters rebate applications are accepted between April 1 and Oct. 1. Visit portal.ct.gov/OPM.

Hearing

Hearing

This Prayer Should Be Said For 3 Consecutive Days, After The 3rd Day, Your Sincere Wish Will Be Granted No Matter How Difficult It May Be. Promise To Publish It On Granting Of Your Favor. The Idea Is To Spread The Wonder Of The Holy Spirit. Holy Spirit, You Who Makes Me See Everything And Shows Me The Way To Reach My Ideal, You Who Gives Me The Divine Gift To Forgive And Forget All The Wrong That Is Done To Me And You Who Are In All Instances Of My Life With Me. I, In This Short Dialogue, Want To Thank You For Everything And Affirm Once More That I Never Want To Be Separated From You No Matter How Great The Material Desires May Be.

I Want To Be With You And My Loved Ones In Your Perpetual Glory. To That End And Submitting To God’s Holy Will, I Ask From You...(Mention Your Favor).

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Celebrating over 30 years

John Diakun, M.S. Audiologist Celebrating over 20 years

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