RWM July 2012 Issue

july 2012

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PLATTER CHATTER: Giovanni’s Ristorante Bravo 9

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FASHION FORWARD: How To Wear White

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WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS: Greek Peak

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QUEEN OF ARTS: Avenue Q

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LOCAL BUSINESS MATTERS: Orchard Kennels

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SPECIAL FEATURE: Walnut Hill

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WORLD OF WOMEN SPORTS

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WISDOM IN A TRAFFIC JAM

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COVER STORY: The Drive for Gold

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LEADING WOMEN

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RW INSPIRE

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FITNESS

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HEALTHY WOMAN

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RWM TEST DRIVE: The 2013 Ford Escape

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Letter from the PUBLISHERS Life loves to be taken by the lapel and told: “I am with you kid.

Let’s go.” — Maya Angelou

As we prepare to get the July issue off to the printer, our cover girl Jenn Suhr has just vaulted her way onto the US Olympic Team by winning the women’s pole vault at the U.S. Olympic track and field trials in Eugene, Oregon. She is now headed to London for her second Olympic competition and another opportunity for gold. Go Jenn!!!

Just a few short weeks ago, Jenn was kind enough to take some time out of her busy training schedule for an exclusive interview and photoshoot at her training facility in Churchville. Tammy Swales photographed this magnificent shoot with not just Jenn, but Rick (her husband and coach), and the love of her life Tundra, her incredible puppy dog. We even got to drive around the yard in Rick’s pride and joy, his handcrafted “Cadillac” golf cart. It was an amazing opportunity to not only see the business woman behind the pole vaulting champion, but to also get a sneak peak into the incredibly down to earth woman she really is. She also sat down with our writer, Caurie Putnam, to talk about her career and her hopes for this summer’s games. [read her story on page 30].

The Rochester area is home to more than its share of Olympians. We also sat down to talk shop with Olympic fencers, Iris and Felicia Zimmermann. These sisters don’t compete anymore, but their training facility, Rochester Fencing Club is the starting point for many future Olympic hopefuls. Read their story on page [25]. As we write this, Iris is about to start a whole new chapter in her life as she awaits the birth of her first child and dare we say, future Olympian!

Another exclusive, and a first for RWM, is our test drive of the new 2013 Ford Escape. This new model is just now arriving in showrooms across the country, but we were given a unique opportunity to drive one for a couple of days so that we could tell you what we thought. Overall, we were really impressed with not only the effortless drive and power behind the wheel, but the sleek new styling. There was one new feature that impressed us the most, but you will need to read the review on page [44] to find out what that was.

Summer is finally here, but it won’t be for long. This is the time of year that we all need to slow down a little and take the time to enjoy what life has given us, even if it’s just for a long weekend at the cottage or a day at the beach with the kids.

Where- ever you go, and whatever you do this hot season, RWM makes a great travel companion, so make sure you take a copy or two with you.

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Photography for the cover story was provided by Tammy Swales Photography at the practice facility and home of Rick and Jenn Suhr in Churchville, NY.

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Contributing Writers Jenn Bergin Laurie Broccolo Colleen Flaherty Frances Grossman Ryan J. Hoefen, M.D., Ph.D. Sherrif Ibrahim, M.D Dawn Kellog Joan E. Lincoln Angella Luyk Laurie Mercer Mark Forrest Patrick Caurie Putnam Stephanie Williams

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In Ice Age: Continental Drift, Manny, Diego, and Sid embark upon another adventure after their continent is set adrift.

Using an iceberg as a ship, they encounter sea creatures and battle pirates as they explore a new world.

7/13 Eight years after the events of the first movie, The Dark Knight, Batman (Christian Bale) faces challenges from the brutal Bane (Tom Hardy) and the stealthy Catwoman (Anne Hathaway).

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Four everyday suburban guys come together as an excuse to escape their humdrum lives one night a week. But when they accidentally discover that their town has become overrun with aliens posing as ordinary suburbanites, they have no choice but to save their neighborhood -and the world -- from total extermination.

The fourth installment of the Bourne franchise is based on an original story, this time starring Jeremy Renner as operative Aaron Cross trained in the same program as Jason Bourne.

As writer/director Tony Gilroy explains, “This is not a reboot or a recast or a prequel. No one’s replacing Matt Damon.

There will be a whole new hero, a whole new chapter…this is a stand-alone project.”

Rochester Gallery Seeks Artwork for Upcoming Shows

The Shoe Factory Art Co-op, an art gallery in Rochester’s Neighborhood of the Arts, announces five upcoming art exhibits that local artists are welcome to submit work to. Artists can enter one or two original works of art in any medium for consideration to each themed show.

All exhibits will be held at The Shoe Factory’s gallery at 250 N. Goodman St., except for one which will be held a block away on University Ave. at Starry Nites Café.

Here are the following exhibit deadlines: “Crow Show” Call for artwork relating to crows or ravens.

Submission deadline: July 21st Artists’ Reception: First Friday, August 3rd Show duration: August 3rd - August 29th “Clouds in My Coffee” at Starry Nites Café Call for artwork inspired by the show’s title.

Submission deadline: August 11th Show duration: August 26th - November 24th “Green: What Does It Mean?”

Call for artwork that expresses the meaning of “green”. Open interpretation.

Submission deadline: August 25th Artists’ Reception: First Friday, September 7th Show duration: September 7th – September 26th “I Want My Mona Lisa: Tribute to a Renaissance Icon” Call for artwork that recreates da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, or incorporate her image into a work of art.

Submission deadline: September 22nd Artists’ Reception: First Friday, October 5th Show duration: October 5th - October 24th Submission forms and fees can be found on the Call for Artists page at the Shoe Factory’s website www. shoefactoryarts.com/CallforArtists.html.

Nazareth College Arts Center Dance Festival July 12th – 21st The Nazareth College Arts Center Annual Dance Festival will be held July 12th through the 21st. This year’s event will bring some new performers to the festival.

“We continue to raise the bar, and this year’s Dance Festival promises to be our best yet,” says Nazareth College President Daan Braveman. “We have established new partnerships and welcomed new sponsors. We are offering an expanded roster of headliners, as well as a variety of community programs and Master Classes that will be free and open to the public.”

Susan Chekow Lusignan, Director of the Arts Center, says, “This year’s Dance Festival will showcase some of our region’s most respected artists; present some of the most renowned organizations on the national scene; provide cultural events within a framework of learning; and introduce new audiences to cultural arts programming.”

Phoenix Project Dance will perform on the grounds of the Memorial Art Gallery on Saturday, July 14, at 11 a.m.

This event is free and open to the public.

FuturPointe Dance will perform on the Callahan stage on Monday, July 16, 8pm-9pm. Tickets: $25 for Premium seating; $15 for Orchestra.

Daystar: Contemporary Dance-Drama of Indian America will perform for the Dancing on the Grass I event on Tuesday, July 17, 6pm-8pm. This event will be held at Nazareth College, on an outdoor stage

by Golisano Academic Center (rain space: Callahan Theater). This performance is free and open to the public.

To purchase tickets online, visit: artscenter.naz.edu/ dancefest. Tickets are also available through the Arts Center Box Office: 4245 East Avenue, Rochester, (585) 389-2170.

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by Jenn Bergin I photos by brandon vick Nestled in the village of Victor

is Giovanni’s Ristorante, a classic Italian restaurant with a “new world” interpretation on “old world” cuisine. And it’s a family affair.

Executive Chef Jim Paulino cultivated his culinary passion as a child, learning from his aunts who owned a small Italian restaurant across the street from Savoia Pastry Shoppe. He gained hands-on experience under award-winning European chefs in Las Vegas and as Executive Chef at several local Italian restaurants. Still, Paulino’s passion and inspiration primarily comes from growing up in a large Italian family, with a father who “could make even a piece of cardboard taste good.”

He opened Giovanni’s Ristorante in 2009 with his cousins, John Gaudu and Michael Paulino. Today, two of his sons work in the kitchen, his daughter is a server - and everyone who walks into the restaurant is welcomed like family, many by name. “Our goal everyday is to make friends,” says Chef Paulino.

Giovanni’s Ristorante is focused on freshness with a seasonal menu that highlights summer features such as grilled steak and seafood paired with vegetables grown in the restaurant’s own garden. The bread is homemade, as are the pastas and desserts. Chef Paulino often heads to the Public Market on Sundays for fresh herbs or produce.

The cousins put as much thought into décor as dining, spending two years renovating part of the old Victor train station into this warm Tuscan-style trattoria. The unique and elegant design is completed with original, hand-painted murals which resemble classic frescos on the textured exposed brick walls. Guests can dine outside on the terrace and listen to the sounds of live music or the bubbling stream which runs through the patio. In addition, private dinner meetings can be held in The Villa Room, which seats 20 and is equipped with audiovisual amenities. Every room offers a new dining experience.

The menu features home-spun, rustic Italian-American favorites, such as eggplant parmesan and chicken marsala - yet Chef Paulino tempts the traditional by adding a twist to his authentic dishes.

A savory starter for one of the first days of summer, jumbo sea scallops wrapped in pancetta are cooked to perfection and glazed with a sweet Asian barbeque sauce. The textural contrast of the sweet Asian glaze and salty pancetta is met with crisp apple almond coleslaw. For the more classic palate, the well-loved arancini di riso, Italian rice balls stuffed with seasoned veal, green peas and romano cheese are served with a fresh and chunky house marinara.

A bright and refreshing tomato salad with market-fresh tomatoes and bocconcini mozzarella is served with homemade focaccia bread for dipping into the marinade of garlic, fresh basil, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Or try the crisp salad Italiano, a generous medley of Italian favorites such as salami, provolone, olives, pepperoncini, roasted peppers, and grilled zucchini – all lightly tossed in Italian dressing to allow for a full-flavor experience.

The extensive wine list includes a crisp and creamy Ca’montini Pinot Grigio and a Ruffino Chianti Tan Label, with a robust cherry aroma and a fresh rosemary finish. Cocktails include a martini infused with homemade raspberry nectar, fresh fruit summer sangria and a margarita made with a refreshing watermelon puree. For a twist on the traditional gin or vodka martini, the smoked martini is served in a chilled glass that is swirled in premium scotch.

For a little something more than your average fish or filet, entrees include a summer fresh Tombo Ahi-Hawaiian tuna with sea salt topped with a sundried tomato pesto tapanade and center-cut, premium quality Hereford filet mignon with melted gorgonzola cheese and mushrooms marsala. For some authentic Italian fare, veal primo is freshly breaded and topped with diced tomatoes, spinach and fontinella cheese and served over jumbo homemade rigatoni. All are perfectly paired with juicy oven roasted peppered tomatoes and grilled zucchini.

An Italian dinner just isn’t complete without dessert. Relaxing while sipping chocolate biscotti dessert wine and cappuccino sprinkled with cinnamon is a treat in itself. White chocolate raspberry cake topped with fresh raspberries, or a homemade flaky cannoli shell freshly filled with light sweet cream mascarpone - makes it perfect.

“I grew up the son of immigrants from the depression era,” says Chef Paulino. “They didn’t have much - food was their gift. It was used to show sympathy, to celebrate - it was a sign of love.

And I’m still doing it today.”

Giovanni’s Ristorante is located at 75 Coville Street in the village of Victor. Open Tuesday-Saturday from 4pm-10pm. Available on Sunday and Monday for private parties. For reservations call 585.398.7988.

::fashion

In most Western countries, white is the color for brides. In the East, white is a color worn in mourning. White is often associated with hospitals, especially doctors, nurses, and dentists. Some cultures viewed white as the color of royalty or of deities. In early Westerns, the good guy often wore white while the bad guy was depicted in black.

Little Black Dress vs. Little White Dress

White dresses are simple, refreshing, and summery. Wearing white dresses well, however, is a little more complicated than the simplicity suggested by the color.

Select a solid and opaque white dress. White fabric suffers the curse of being see-through in many instances. When you shop for your white dress, check the transparency factor while avoiding form-fitting dresses. White is not a color that lends itself to flatter when it clings to your curves. Select white dresses that billow, flounce and flow. White is about summer, freedom and breezes, so make sure that the dress reflects these features well. Skin-toned underwear will ensure that nothing peeps through to draw the eye to the wrong place; use skincolored slips, underpants and bras.

The white dress shirt is one of the most essential elements of a woman’s wardrobe. Any and every personality can and should own a number of white dress shirt options. The white dress shirt is a classic tailored, sexy and casual way to dress. The white dress shirt can go corporate

or casual. Accessories will help guide you in the direction of your personal style.

Fashion & Scientific Testing:

If you wear a white coat that you believe belongs to a doctor, your ability to pay attention increases sharply. But if you wear the same white coat believing it belongs to a painter, you will show no such improvement.

So scientists report after studying a phenomenon they call, “enclothed cognition”- the effects of clothing on cognitive processes.

How the Color White Affects Us Physically

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Aids mental clarity Encourages us to clear clutter or obstacles Evokes purification of thoughts or actions Enables fresh beginnings

Rochester’s first White Party (www.facebook.com/ RochestersWhiteParty) is September 8 to benefit AIDS Care with WXXI and The Little Theatre. It’s sure to be a BRIGHT night! So get your ‘white’ on, clear your mind, and dance the summer night away!

Joan Lincoln owns Panache Vintage and Finer Consignment in Brighton Commons.

“Women think of all colors except the absence of color.

I have said that black has it all.

Their beauty is absolute.

It is the perfect harmony.”

- Coco Chanel, Chanel -

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::entrepreneurs Each year more than 250,000 skiers visit Greek Peak Mountain Resort during the winter. Now the resort, one of Upstate New York’s largest sustainable projects, is working towards LEED certification. Resort management is hoping to attract even more visitors to the resort’s Hope Lake Lodge and Indoor Waterpark for year-round activities, conserve natural resources and create a healthier atmosphere and quality of life for its owners and guests.

To help Hope Lake Lodge “go green” with energy efficient lighting, Meyda Custom Lighting (a Meyda Tiffany company) has designed, value engineered and manufactured over 1500 custom decorative lighting fixtures using energy efficient compact fluorescent technology.

The project will be just one of only 31 LEED-certified hotels in the country, and just one of 200 LEED-certified hotels worldwide.

According to Gayle Kryger, Vice President of Corporate Real Estate Sales for Greek Peak Mountain Resort, “Meyda created the designs that were needed to accentuate our Northwoods theme,” she said. “Although the lighting demands were challenging, the end-products are first class.

Many of the common area fixtures were created with our logo.”

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to several efforts such as lighting, the lodge is the newest Audubon Greenleaf “Gold” rated hotel in the United States and Canada. Hope Lake Lodge, completed in 2009, was built to be “green”.

From the beginning of construction, the project engineer, Tom Pelis, one of the 4,000 LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) certified engineers in the world, designed the hotel to meet “green” standards. Some of the components were materials used for construction, a building position which blends with the surrounding terrain, energy conserving light fixtures, water conserving plumbing fixtures, and the Daikin VRV heating and cooling system that provide ssuperior indoor air quality.

“We put a great deal of thought into creating the perfect balance between elegant design and environmental preservation,” says Al Kryger, President of Greek Peak Mountain Resort. “Our commitment to sustainable construction can be found at even the lowest level. Also, recycling has been a strong priority for 30 years and will continue at all levels of the entire resort.”

Fireplaces in the rooms are gas and are sealed units so no dampers are left open on unused fireplaces. Native plants, trees and shrubs were used to lessen watering needs, too. During construction, infra-red testing was used throughout the building and the inefficiencies were corrected.

The inspections for LEED Certification were conducted to ensure

that “green” best practices were used in every aspect of construction. The inspections continued during the first two years of operation and Hope Lake Lodge is currently working with the New York State Energy Research Development Authority (NYSERDA) to obtain LEED certification for the project.

The Lodge now utilizes an AtmosAir system, which ionizes the air in the hallways, lobby and restaurant ensuring a healthy air environment for its guests. The energy efficient AtmosAir system uses bi-polar ionization technology to increase ion levels in the air, matching the levels found at higher mountain elevations. Pristine mountain air has long been touted for its health benefits.

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The sustainability of the Northwoods décor of the hotel was accomplished by using items made within 500 miles of the property. Case goods were made in and near Ellicottville; couches came from Halligan Furniture in Newark, N.Y.; all lighting came from Meyda Tiffany, Yorkville, N.Y.; spa quality mattresses came from Buffalo; and chair rails from Loc-N-Logs, in Sherburne. Exterior siding and wood used on the interior came from Greek Peak and the Adirondacks. Elegant and unique pieces by local artists are featured throughout the hotel.

The results of creating a “green” hotel are a relaxing, rejuvenating, serene, healthy atmosphere for the hotel guests and their children while at the same time reducing the carbon footprint by using less energy.

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Greek Peak Mountain Resort, the largest Central New York ski resort, was founded in 1958 and has remained at the leading edge of the ski industry with 32 trails, six aerial lifts, two surface lifts, beginners’ slopes, two Terrain Parks, and a Progression Park.

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Welcome to Avenue Q, the outrageous neighborhood where anything goes. Princeton has recently graduated from college and moves into a rundown, New York City apartment on Avenue Q. With the help of a colorful cast of characters, Princeton discovers his true purpose in life. NOTE: Avenue Q contains mature language and situations and is not suitable for children (but if you bring your teens, they’ll think you’re really cool!).

Jeff Whitty (book), along with Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx (music and lyrics) originally conceived Avenue Q as a TV series. The show was developed as a stage production in 2002 at the National Music Theatre Conference in the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center. It opened Off-Broadway in March of 2003 and transferred to Broadway four months later where it triumphed over the season’s other big hit, Wicked, to win the Tony Triple Crown: the award for Best Musical and, for Whitty, Lopez and Marx, Tony’s for Best Original Book and Best Original Score. Las Vegas and London productions followed and the show has now become a worldwide phenomenon.

With 2,534 performances Avenue Q is one of Broadway’s longest running shows and it continues to play as an Off-Broadway production. Incidentally, Rochester has its own unique connection to the creation of Avenue Q. Rick Lyon, the creator of the puppets for the Tony Award-winning Broadway production and one of Avenue Q’s original cast members, is originally from Rochester.

The production of Avenue Q comes to Rochester from Cape Rep Theatre on Cape Cod where it premiered last season to sold-out

houses. Tickets are going fast for this limited Rochester run which first went on sale to Geva subscribers in March and to the general public on May 16.

The cast for Avenue Q features Morgan West (Princeton/Rod), Jessica Albon (Kate Monster/Lucy), Jared Hagan (Nicky/Trekkie/ Bad Idea Bear), Holly Erin McCarthy (Mrs. T/Bad Idea Bear), Andrew Ford (Brian), Kako Kitano (Christmas Eve), Darlene Van Alstyne (Gary Coleman).

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By Dawn Kellog I photos by robert tucker

Over the past several years, Geva has offered up some top-notch summer fare on their stages. This year Geva kicks off summer with the Tony Award-winning musical, Avenue Q in the Wilson Mainstage from June 28 through July 21.

Avenue Q is directed by Kristin McLaughlin and the Musical Director is Don Kot. The artistic team includes Ryan McGettigan (Scenic Designer), Robin McLaughlin (Costume Design) and Herrick Goldman (Lighting Design).

Avenue Q will be followed in the Mainstage by The Tribute to Sir Elton John and Billy Joel. Tickets are available for that show which runs from July 27 – August 11.

Visit www.gevatheatre.org for ticket information.

Founded in 1972, Geva Theatre Center is a not-for-profit, professional theatre company dedicated to creating and producing professional theatre productions, programs and services of a national standard. As Rochester’s leading professional theatre, Geva Theatre Center is the most attended regional theatre in New York State, and one of the 25 most attended in the country, attracting over 170,000 patrons annually, including more than 16,000 students.

Geva Theatre Center offers a wide variety of educational, outreach and literary programs, nurturing audiences and artists alike. Since 1995 the organization has been led by Artistic Director Mark Cuddy.

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Join the fuzziest, freakiest, funniest cast in town for the musical event of the summer!

Avenue

The Musical

Avenue Q is the story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college grad who comes to New York City with big dreams and a tiny bank account. He soon discovers that the only neighborhood in his price range is Avenue Q. Princeton and his newfound friends struggle to find jobs, dates, and their everelusive purpose in life.

Not-so-family-friendly songs include “I’m Not Wearing Underwear Today,” “It Sucks to be Me,” “If You Were Gay” and many more that you probably shouldn’t sing to the kids!

Tuesdays-Sundays performances

Through July 21

Profane language and puppet nudity. Definitely NOT for children, but your teens will think you’re cool if you bring them!

::local business

By Stephanie Williams | Photo by Jenniffer Merida

Imagine a summer job where the words “Would you like fries with that?” or “Quit peeing in the pool!” will never escape a teen’s lips.

Instead of longing to catch a beam of sunshine all summer toiling away at McBurgerTime, days are spent outside running and playing in rolling fields with plenty of sunscreen and Man’s Best Friend.

Orchard Kennels, approaching its 20th anniversary serving canines throughout the greater Rochester area at its Walworth location, not only provides superior care and obedience training for large dogs (35 pounds and over, please!) but also has built a reputation as a safe and fun environment for animal-loving teens to foster the same attitude toward working that they would toward their personal leisure.

“There are plenty of kennels out there, but none of them I felt were adequate for large and extra large dogs. My biggest criteria for [the environment at Orchard Kennels] is that the dogs have fun and are treated as if they were my own,” says Deb Wolf, founder and owner of Orchard Kennels. “We let dogs be dogs here. Anyone who works here must understand this philosophy.”

The array of services Wolf provides for dogs is wide and varied – beyond a boarding facility for Border Collies, Greyhounds, Saint Bernards, and other large breeds, Wolf has grown her business into a grooming center (little pups are welcome), a retail facility displaying products Wolf can faithfully recommend to her clients, and a series of positive reinforcement-centered obedience training classes in partnership with Denali Dog Obedience Training. In addition to these services provided, Deb is an active figure in the local canine community, supporting local organizations from the Wayne County Humane Society and Walworth Recreation, to rescue and adoption initiatives through the Golden Retrievers Rescue Operated with Love Statewide, and the Bernese Mountain Dog Club of the Finger Lakes.

“I loved working at Orchard Kennels especially because it gave me the opportunity to play with dogs,” says Hannah Williams, 21, whose family did not allow dogs in the house growing up. She has accredited much of her current success as a nursing student to the season she spent working with Wolf.

“The job gave me a better sense of responsibility, taught me to have respect for all living things and helped me realize that I enjoy taking care of animals as well as people. When I finally get to own a dog myself, I’ll be able to apply what Deb taught me in regards to how to correctly control a dog without scaring or hurting him. She taught us basic obedience techniques to keep dogs from getting out of hand, while still allowing them to be themselves.”

Only previously working in a local burger chain with little variance from protocol, Hannah’s biggest takeaway from Orchard Kennels was the ability to breathe when faced with the unexpected. “Some of the dogs could be unpredictable – we worked with dogs who wouldn’t want to come back inside after playtime, and even had one who tried to escape the Kennel by jumping over a wooden barricade,” says Williams. “I would not have been able to resolve issues like this working by myself. These out of the ordinary experiences taught me so much about teamwork and how to think on my feet in the workplace in regards to adapting to different situations.”

Orchard Kennels, 1570 Walworth-Penfield Road (Route 441), Walworth (315) 986-1605 – www.orchardkennels.com

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All women learn something from their parents. Patricia RemleyWhite learned a great deal from both of her parents and continues the traditions they established. Trish is president of the Pittsford Carriage Association and a co-chairperson of the Walnut Hill Carriage Driving Competition, the largest horse show of its kind in North America and possibly, in the world.

Remley-White’s father, Bill, had a background in teaching history in the Greece Central School District—this combined with her mother’s enthusiasm for all manner of horsemanship created the renowned carriage driving show known as Walnut Hill. In 2010, Remley-White took over the reins of Walnut Hill following the untimely passing of her father, who had run the show for more than thirty-eight years.

This year, from August 8th through August 12th, the community will again enjoy the beauty and elegance that has come to be associated with Walnut Hill, now celebrating its 41st year.

as contracts for tents, stalls, catering and flowers often need to be made more than a year in advance. Each year, approximately 300 stalls are constructed at the show grounds. Thousands of begonias and hundreds of other flowers have to be nursed along for months. Around Memorial Day, Remley-White, along with her family and many volunteers, turn hundreds of flats of flowers into what has become one of the area’s great venues for horticulturists.

It is unusual to find an event of this magnitude taking place right in our backyard in the Greater Rochester Area. It is a wonderful place to watch the show, with lots of shade provided by trees arching gracefully over the spectator seating. In addition to a concession stand, they offer fine dining under a large tent, known as “Mr. Pickwick’s Tea & Tarts.”

“I was fortunate to grow up with the show,” says Remley-White. Her parents bought the main farm in 1968 when she was three years old.

The show grew so much that the Pittsford Carriage Association was formed, and additional property was purchased to append the show grounds. Remley-White has successfully competed in both single and pair divisions, as well as in the ride and drive class, riding side-saddle.

The first Walnut Hill show unofficially began in 1971 with an unassuming carriage drive through Mendon Ponds Park complemented by fellow enthusiasts, some packing picnic baskets. By 1973, sparked

by Bill Remley’s gregarious nature, an annual competition began.

According to Remley-White, “It was a two-day show in the 70’s and by the 80’s it had grown to three days. We needed five days almost immediately.” The event is still five days and on Sunday morning competitors still a drive through Mendon Ponds Park viewed by “hill toppers” who watch from their cars.

Lacking time to compete currently, she can be found most days working on some part of the show. “The logistics can be daunting,” says Remley-White. There is a great deal of planning and preparation

Remley-White says they make an extra effort to keep things upbeat in the show ring for the spectators. She is constantly looking for equine-related entertainment for the show. Finding new exhibitions

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and staying within a budget are challenging. Nostalgic live organ music accompanies the sound of horses’ hooves. With no shortage of entries to fill the show ring, each class provides a fresh opportunity to appreciate the best of the carriage-driving world.

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When Remley White’s father passed away, the family took responsibility for keeping the show going. David, Remley-White’s brother, says that his dad was always working on improving the show, even during his final hospital stay. Remley-White remembers that her father’s favorite part of the show was to stand on the knoll overlooking the show ring enjoying the spectacular event he had once had in his dreams. She says he was completely relaxed during this private time for him. The day after the show, he would be eagerly gathering feedback to make the next year even more spectacular for competitors and attendees.

Competitors receive points for their ribbons and compete for trophies.

The judges are brought in from all over North America and Europe.

Trish finds knowledgeable and diverse judges to keep competitors sharp.

Classes offer beautifully painted four-in-hand coaches and commercial vehicles such an authentic Jell-O wagon from the Jell-O Museum in LeRoy (home of the jiggly stuff). American carriage makers, including Spiegel Carriage Works of Pittsford and Cunningham Carriage Company of Rochester, designed their own distinctive vehicles which eventually became the automobile. Think about it. Just substitute the engine for a horse. While very little has changed design wise, drivers have clearly lost their sense of elegance and style.

“Carriage driving speaks to our cultural, social and economic history,” says Remley-White, “Plus, it’s fun to get all dressed up and be able to capture some of the spirit of a time when elegance really mattered.”

Remley-White gets hundreds of talented people to show up and volunteer for Walnut Hill, even planning their vacations around it.

“Many of our volunteers have been with us since the beginning,” she says. “They know what needs to done to make the show run like clockwork.” Last year, over 30,000 attendees benefited from the countless hours contributed by volunteers.

Handicap accessibility is available along an asphalt path and specialized parking is provided. Well-mannered dogs on leashes are welcome.

There is even a carriage dog performance class included in the Friday evening schedule, where the dog on the carriage must remain in the vehicle throughout the ride without restraint. Tell that to your Jack Russell Terrier! Walnut Hill reminds us of what once was and that this era is not quite gone forever.

August 8 - 12, 2012 Performances daily 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday evening at 6:00 p.m.

The Parade of Champions is the last class Sunday afternoon.

Walnut Hill Farm, 397 W. Bloomfield Road, Pittsford, New York 14534 Visit www.walnuthillfarm.org for more details.

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Throughout history, Rochester has been justified in boasting of fostering the talents of many notables. Our city’s finest achievers have prevailed in a wide range of contexts, from predominating as highpowered executives to gracing the red carpet in the Academy Awards.

The realm of athletics is no exception; it goes without saying that the Flower City has been well-represented. Joining Rochester’s crop of champions are Olympian fencers Felicia and Iris Zimmermann.

The sisters, hailing originally from Rush, New York, became involved in fencing at the prompting of their father. Bashful and bookish, Felicia began training at the tender age of eight when her father decided that fencing would heighten his oldest daughter’s sense of confidence. “He carted me along and made me go and I did everything I could not to go,” recalls Zimmermann, “I kept saying, ‘This is a dumb idea. Why would I want to play with swords?’ He really forced my hand and made me go, and I loved it! It’s just clicked.” Although Zimmermann remains fairly introverted, fencing granted her a fierce assertiveness in matches that surpassed many of her opponents’ brevity.

Zimmermann attended lessons at Rochester Fencing Club which the sisters co-own today.

Six years Felicia’s junior, Iris toddled to and from her sister’s first practices. She marveled at the sport. Noticing her interest, Felicia’s coach crafted young Iris a foil to use at her leisure on the sidelines.

By the time she reached the age of six, Iris followed in her elder sister’s footsteps and began training on the floor. As the sisters progressed, what was first perhaps a “knack” for fencing quickly evolved to a remarkable finesse. It wasn’t long before the sisters showed promise as potential professional competitors. Felicia’s style was more strategic, while Iris’s more aggressive—reflective of their personality differences off the floor.

Felicia not only became a two-time Olympian (summers of 1996 and 2000), but holds the title as the first and only woman to win the NCAA championships for both epee and fencing. Felicia also was the first fencer from the United States to gain the World Cup overall championship in the “Under 20” category. Iris joined her sister on the Olympic team in 2000 and in 1995 was the first (and youngest) fencer from the United States to win a world championship medal. Both sisters were carefully coached by world-renown trainer Buckie Leach.

The Zimmermanns have doubtlessly pioneered an inviting path of opportunity for women in fencing not only because fencing was once considered a “man’s sport,” but because it was often recognized as being a strictly “European sport.” Dubbed “physical chess,” fencing is now considered a sport that can be especially beneficial for women to participate in.

“I think sports in general, not just fencing, give women a sense of selfconfidence and also a sense of loving your body,” says Iris, “When you go to a sport, and even in fencing, you use your body a certain way; you rely on your body. You realize how precious your instrument is. You take care of it. No one can deny you your success in sports. You train hard, you treat your body well—no one can deny you that success. It’s clear to you that you’re more than just the sum of your parts.”

While much of her time is devoted to the Rochester Fencing Club that she purchased with her sister in 2009, Felicia serves as Business Transformation Executive at Xerox. She is to be inducted into the fencing hall of fame this summer. Iris is poised to not only graduate with her M.B.A. from the University of Rochester, but to become a first-time mother. She is expecting a daughter this month with husband Kevin Nowack, American strongman. Iris is also directing her attention toward the fencing club, as “En Garde Beginning Day Camp” launches July 16th. See www.rocfencing.com for more details. rochesterWomanMag.com :: july 2012

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This belief is far from the truth. When you have multiple businesses that don’t compliment, you look like a “master of none.”

The good news is that your clients from your first business will most likely be clients for your complementary business. What could be better? You have a client base you can to tap into. You already have their attention and their trust. Now start telling them about this new venture of yours. When they call or stop in to make a purchase be sure to tell them about the new service or product you have to offer. If you have a newsletter, that’s a great place in which to feature this new product. Send your current clients a postcard with some of your new items. Use the data base you have accumulated over the years from your first business to help educate your clients on the second one.

People often love convenience. Is there a way you can put these two businesses together to offer people one-stop shopping? Perhaps you can put some looks together with your jewelry complementing your clothing line. We are visual people — we often need to see it up close. Once we see it, 9 out of 10 times we buy it. Why do you think Wegmans puts all

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Offer a promotion. If they buy one product, you will give them a discount or a free product from the new business. Once they try this new business line they will be back for more. It doesn’t have to be anything elaborate, just enough to let people see what you are offering.

We see it all the time in department stores, they give samples away of their new perfume, or face cream. We get the coupon in the mail to try the new Dunkin Donuts coffee, and what do we often do? We go and try it. We purchase the donut we know and love, and we get to try the new coffee. What you get for your coupon is another satisfied customer buying both products.

As you meet new, potential clients, you need to decide which of the two businesses you will mention. You do not want to leave them with the impression you are the master of none. Will one of your two businesses interest them more? That is the one you lead with. You can always mention that you have started a second complementary business once you have their attention.

It will not be as hard to start this second business as it was to start the first. Use the lessons you learned from the first one, along with the contacts you have already made. If you stay focused, in time you will be a multi-business mogul. You are on the right track, now keep going.

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::COVER At the end of the championship another competitor approached Rick and told him not to get excited about Jenn’s national title because she would end up being just be a “one hit wonder.”

Oh how wrong she was!

Jenn has been the highest American pole vaulter since 2006 and has gone on to win a total of 12 US Nationals Championships She holds the American women’s pole vault record both indoors and outdoors and in 2008 she won the U.S. Olympic trials setting an American Record of 4.92 m (16 ft. 2 in.) In the last two years she has jumped the three highest marks in the world.

The current World #1, she won a silver medal in the Beijing Olympics in 2008. That same year Track & Field News named Jenn the American Female Athlete of the Year.

“Jenn went from being the dark horse of pole vaulting to being number one in the world,” said Bill Jackatow, a long-time friend of Rick and Jenn.

“Jenn has embraced the toughness of the sport. She’s a gladiator.”

Jackatow, who coached wrestling at Spencerport High School for 31 years and coached Rick to a state wrestling title in 1987, has consulted with the Suhrs over the years on Jenn’s mental approach to pole vaulting – something all three agree has been a huge component to her success.

“Skill and athleticism is part of pole vaulting, but the mental approach is enduring,” Jackatow said. “In tough times Jenn knows how to hit the reset button and focus. She’s developed the ability to tune out all the outside things that can drag you down as an athlete in an individual sport.”

Their training facility is 500 feet away from their home in a 20 foot high airplane hanger Rick constructed. They train about five hours a day and have an understanding that what happens in the hanger does not come into the house.

“Our home is our sanctuary,” Rick said. “We’ve traveled the world everywhere and have gone so many places that it’s a vacation to be home.”

The two have had offers to live and train in other places with climates more conducive to year-round pole vault training, but they have never seriously considered them.

“I get homesick fast,” said Jenn, who is a spokeswoman for Adidas and OMEGA Watches (the official time keeper of 25 Olympic games). “I love Rochester. I love being home.”

During down time they enjoy hiking, four wheeling, home improvement projects, spending time at their cottage on Lake Ontario, going to Red Wings games and watching high school sporting events.

“It’s not uncommon to see us in the back row of a high school basketball game or wrestling meet,” Rick said. “We love to see high school level sports and the passion of the kids.”

When out and about in Rochester they enjoy working out at three different gyms they belong to or grabbing a coffee at Leaf & Bean Coffee Co. on Chili Ave. “But mostly you’ll find us at Wegmans,” said Jenn, who has the autoimmune disease Celiac Disease and loves the store’s selection of Gluten Free products that she can eat. “Wegmans is our more most frequently visited place in the world! We’re there at least four or five times a week.”

For as much as pole - vaulting is an individual sport, Jenn and Rick have shown the world it can be a team sport too.

The Suhrs’ next big trip will be to London where Jenn will represent the United States.

“They are a powerful combination,” said Tim St. Lawrence, an elite level pole vault coach from Warwick, New York who knows the Suhrs well.

“They are ambassadors for our sport. Jenn and Rick are humble, gracious, and always willing to help others.”

“When you compete on a team that’s called the United States it’s unreal,” Jenn said. “It doesn’t matter what sport you’re in, you feel an amazing sense of community and pride.”

When you spend time with Jenn and Rick, who married in Spencerport on January 3, 2010, you see the great mutual respect, friendship, and symbiosis between them.

When the two met, Rick had not been on an airplane for 11 years and had a debilitating fear of flying.

Pole vaulting is an integral part of their life, but it is not their life.

“If we stopped pole vaulting today our relationship wouldn’t end,” Rick said. “We love to be together.”

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Like all of her events, Rick will be there with her.

“She got me on a plane,” Rick said of Jenn. “Nobody else could get me on a plane.”

In essence, both have given each other flight.

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By Ashley Cooper | Photo by Jenniffer Merida

Author Frederick Buechner once remarked, “Compassion is the sometimes fatal capacity for feeling what it is like to live inside somebody else’s skin. It’s the knowledge that there can never really be any peace and joy for me until there is peace and joy finally for you too. ” Although compassion may be deemed an exceptionally rare trait, it’s the first quality I noticed in Dr. Bonnie Chudyk, President of Fairport-Perinton Chamber of Commerce. And it wasn’t exactly inconspicuous either—she was positively brimming over with it.

Compassion is behind Chudyk’s every deed, whether it’s championing the economic success of a local businesses, promoting local events to attract tourism, or working as a naturopath, eager to listen to her patients’ concerns.

Chudyk, a native Rochestarian, originally became involved with the chamber of commerce as a small business owner (she owns and operates Soulitudes Wellness Center located in Fairport). Chudyk has served in the chamber as a board member and secretary before becoming president earlier this year.

“I have a passion for small business owners since I’m one myself,” said Chudyk, “and working in the direction of revitalizing the chamber to be the ‘watchdog’ of local businesses. We’re sort of like the reputation center for the area.”

In a day and age where small businesses are consumed by uncertainty, owners must strive to be especially circumspective in order to maintain economic stability. Chudyk mentioned that most small business owners do not have an educational background in business or related fields. The chamber seeks to ensure that owners are aware of the resources available to them. She explained that the chamber serves as a liaison between small businesses and larger assets, such as the Rochester Business Alliance.

According to Chudyk, “There’s a lot of things for major corporations, but a small to medium-sized business owner is so involved doing 60 to 80 hours a week in their own business that they just don’t have the time to research everything.” She stressed that through the “latest and greatest” trend of networking and establishing personal connections with consumers in the community, the chamber is able to aid in small business owners’ ability to market themselves.

Interestingly, Chudyk finds more similarities between her two professions than differences. She sees the practice of naturopathy as a wellness program, as opposed to a symptom-management program and applies that same school of thought to advocating the surrounding community.

“Help the community stay well and become prosperous and full of vitality, and it will continue to grow and blossom if you keep nurturing it,” she said, “But if there’s not the availability and the opportunities in the area and everyone’s not on the same page working together, you have a disjointed, dysfunctional, disintegrating, diseased community.”

Clearly, Chudyk wears many hats; her time and attention is directed toward a variety of venues. I probed Chudyk for her secret in successful time management. “Teamwork,” she replied, “It’s not about me. It’s surrounding yourself with great people that are responsible and are of a common belief system, with a passion for the area and for in life in general.”

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Tamu Brown-Hutchinson Director of Planning and Community Relations at the Center for Youth

By Ashley Cooper | Photo by Rita LaVeck

“I’ve always believed in taking risks,” says Tamu BrownHutchinson, director of planning and community relations at The Center for Youth. Unarguably, Brown-Hutchinson’s dauntlessness has served her well.

Apart from securing an abiding career at The Center for Youth, Brown-Hutchinson’s level of community involvement outshines even the busiest of bees. She currently serves as treasurer of the National Black MBA Association (Western NY chapter) and also as legislative aide to City Councilperson and Executive Director of The Center for Youth Elaine Spaull. Brown-Hutchinson has additionally lent her services to the reputable “Women Helping Girls” program (an extension of the Rochester Women’s Network) for which she received the highly-revered “Businesswoman of the Year” award in 2009.

Did I happen to mention that she’s also a mother of four? BrownHutchinson credits her second-nature adaptability and ability to successfully multi-task as saving graces in juggling her many roles.

She also has a rare incentive to accept new challenges as they come.

“I’m an avid learner,” Brown-Hutchinson says of herself. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Business and Economics from SUNY Brockport and went on to attain her Masters of Business Administration from University of Rochester. An enthusiasm for learning aided her in entering the Center for Youth in 2001 as a temporary employee to six years later landing a position as director of IT and resource management. As of August 2011, BrownHutchinson is thriving in her station as director of planning and community relations at The Center.

Located on Monroe Avenue in Rochester, The Center for Youth is a non-profit organization with a mission to provide young people, ages 12-21, with the resources they need to manage issues of prevalence. From crisis intervention to emergency housing, prevention education to street outreach, additional support for students to transitional living and confidential counseling, services at The Center for Youth are free and confidential. This year marks the agency’s 40th year as a functioning organization.

While Tamu Brown-Hutchinson still maintains a role in The Center’s IT, data input and management, research, social media, and technology services, her new responsibilities as a leader include amassing volunteers, coordinating events such as the Rochester Fashion Week 5K on July 7, and supervising fundraising endeavors.

Behind every successful woman is a driving force, and for BrownHutchinson, it’s her unwavering faith. “I think each one of us is blessed with our own gifts,” she says, “we have to be sure to use them.” She went on to mention that she is most gratified at The Center for Youth by the opportunity to serve others indefinitely. (continued on page 40)

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Natalia Lopuchowycz

Volunteer Coordinator and Program Facilitator at Step by Step of Rochester, Inc.

By Ashley Cooper I photo by rita laveck

In the average human experience, most of us understand the phenomenon that occurs when others seem to know us better than we know ourselves. In the experience of Natalia Lopuchowycz, a professor’s intuition made all the difference.

Lopuchowycz, a Bloomfield native, had other ideas for her future when offered an internship position at Step by Step of Rochester, a wholly owned subsidiary of VOA of WNY that provides an abundance of services for women who are or were are at risk of being incarcerated. Knowing that Lopuchowycz’s unique life experience, doubled with her naturally altruistic personality would allow her to be an invaluable asset to the organization, a Nazareth professor insisted Lopuchowycz “give it an open chance”. Trusting her instincts, Lopuchowycz reluctantly accepted the position.

The decision couldn’t have been more right. It’s been two years since Lopuchowycz walked through the doors of Step by Step as an intern. She is now an employee of Step by Step, serving as both a program facilitator and volunteer coordinator, and maintains that the ‘career choice’ proves to be more rewarding with each passing day. “I’m lucky,” she says. “I can’t tell you how lucky I am to have a job like this.”

“Helping other women going through their disconnection and their journeys, that’s what we call it—their unique journeys—has been the most life-changing and inspiring thing in my life thus far,” says Lopuchowycz humbly, “and I hope to continue! I never thought working with women was where I’d end up and here I am working with women in a Monroe County facility and now a Albion correctional facility. It changed my life. And with Step by Step, that’s what it’s supposed to do. The organization really fostered a really great opportunity for me and I think wonderful things have been happening.”

Also responsible for marketing and outreach for Step by Step, Lopuchowycz takes all that has been entrusted to her seriously. She seizes every opportunity to raise awareness about the strides Step by Step has made in aiding women in prison. Lopuchowycz also earnestly scouts potential volunteers—women in the community that might have something to offer the population at Step by Step. Whether the volunteer shows expertise in a certain arena, such as in finances, and can share her wisdom with others or simply has remarkable insight that stems from her own history—Step by Step welcomes volunteers from all walks of life who have the potential to make a difference.

“Nobody comes into social work without a story,” says Lopuchowycz, who is no exception. Left a single mother at the age of 19, Lopuchowycz was determined to triumph over her circumstances. In six years, Lopuchowycz attained her Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice from Finger Lakes Community College and her Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work at Nazareth College.

You might also have seen her serving coffee as a Starbucks shift supervisor at Victor Cobblestone, where customers know her as, “Smiley.”

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“Education is the key out of poverty and paves the road to self-sufficiency.”

Hilda Rosario Escher

President and CEP of Ibero-American Action League

By Stephanie Williams | Photo by Rita LaVeck

It’s so rare to find a woman of strong conviction making a consistent difference in her community – meeting with Hilda Rosario Escher, the President and CEO of Ibero-American Action League, was an inspiring opportunity to learn about what feeds an unwavering spirit of voluntarism and passion for providing necessary human services to Rochester’s underserved communities.

Escher, who was honored this May by New York State Senator Joe Robach as a New York State Senate 2012 Woman of Distinction, has made incredible strides in the Latino community through her leadership at Ibero, providing growth and development services in a culturally sensitive manner for Latinos not only in the city of Rochester, but its surrounding communities throughout the Genesee Valley and Finger Lakes regions.

As a young woman growing up on a farm in Puerto Rico, Escher knew early on that she was different. Her petite frame and vibrant appearance are on par with her entrancing enthusiasm for community service and clearly has not faded with age. With a passion for learning and a self-described “rebellious spirit” guiding her to always do the opposite of what she was told, Escher forwent the antiquated expectations for Puerto Rican women to run a household and serving her husband initially to become a teacher. She arrived in Rochester after graduating with a degree in Sociology, Education & Social Work from the University of Puerto Rico in Rio Piedras.

Escher’s impact on Latinos in Rochester began when she landed a position in Ibero’s Secretarial Training Program. She had taken a brief hiatus to work with the United Way and returned to Ibero to lead the agency’s array of intervention and advocacy initiatives for individuals with developmental disabilities ranging from lessons in self-sufficiency and basic skills to placement and facilitation of group homes designed exclusively for Latinos with developmental setbacks.

Outside of providing vital services to Latinos of all ages including health outreach, homeownership counseling, and providing grants to start and sustain Latino-owned businesses, Escher’s goals for the agency are firmly rooted in providing equal access to education, particularly in Rochester’s City Schools. “Education is the key out of poverty and paves the road to self-sufficiency,” says Escher, who has grown the agency’s scholarship fund since her appointment to President and CEO in 2006. “My goal as President is to improve the graduation rate within the city schools. Ibero has partnered with the University of Rochester to study the reasons why Latinos were unsuccessful in school. The results that we (continued on page 40)

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Brown-Hutchinson’s actions are justified at the end of the day when she knows that she has invested in something greater than herself.

The moniker suits her well. Lopuchowycz is all smiles, even in the midst of her personal challenges. And for good reason, the light of her life is her son Carter, 6. “We’re a team,” she stresses, “I often think ‘thank heavens’ that I had him because he’s my biggest motivator, if anybody can inspire anybody here…I have a lot to thank him for.”

found were implemented into RCSD’s curriculum and we continue to measure the effects of the recommendations we have found as part of Ibero’s strategic plan for education.”

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The everyday successes, or as BrownHutchinson refers to as, “little wins” of the young people at The Center, are what keeps her motivated, what continues to propel her to promote and champion the organization.

She credits the example of her mother, her aunt, and her maternal grandparents, who emigrated from Jamaica in the 1950’s, as being primary influences in her life. According to Brown-Hutchinson, they have proven to her the invaluableness of hard work, perseverance, and selflessness.

Colleagues of hers call Tamu BrownHutchinson a natural leader, a “go-to” sort of individual that continuously radiates a positive energy and a zest for serving the community. After speaking with her myself, I must enthusiastically affirm their claims.

She is marked with all the qualities that great leaders are born with: compassion, generosity, amicableness, dedication, and great expectations.

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Beyond the services she has championed for Rochester’s Latinos, it’s hard to believe Escher dedicates a great deal of her free time to advocating for equal access to human services.

“I volunteer voraciously,” says Escher, who volunteers and partners with organizations including the Anthony L. Jordan Health Center, Huther-Doyle Memorial Institute, the Primary Care Development Corporation, Rochester Hispanic Business Association, and the American Diabetes Association.

“I hope that when I am gone people will not focus on the talents I have taken with me, but the impact I have made to improve Rochester’s communities.”

The Ibero-American Action League has been providing services to the Rochester community since 1968. For more information visit their website www.iaal.org.

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For a lot of women, leisure time includes relaxing with their feet up outside in the summer sun sipping on their favorite adult beverage.

From mixers to summer brew or white zin, which drinks are the most beneficial in regards to health and vitality? Women want to have their libation, and drink it too!

The health benefits of wine are well advertised. Grapes provide a powerhouse of nutrients especially antioxidants that complement multiple systems in the human body. According to mayoclinic.com, wine contains antioxidants called polyphenols that help protect the lining of blood vessels in your heart. Another polyphenol called “resveratrol” is considered a key ingredient that helps prevent damage to blood vessels, prevents blood clots, and reduces “bad” cholesterol.

Exercise and some food can create inflammation in the body, resveratrol is believed to reduce inflammation. What’s more, all these antioxidants are hypothesized to inhibit growth of cancer cells!

Now, how does wine compare to your favorite craft brew?

Multiple websites like organicfacts.net and healthmad.com state numerous health benefits of beer. Beers contain beneficial nutrients that are different from wine, making your favorite beer nutritious, just in different ways.

Beer is high in potassium and low in sodium. It’s also a rich source of magnesium aiding in kidney stone reduction. The silicon in beer is readily absorbed by the body and protects against osteoporosis.

Soluble fiber promotes general health through cleansing of the digestive tract.

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What about those delicious mixed drinks?

If you go for the premade frozen kind, you’re gulping down an obnoxious amount of sugar and preservatives. It’s summer time! Try getting creative with fresh herbs like mint and fruit like watermelon, strawberries, and peaches! (Recipes can be found at http:// babybumpacademy.wordpress.com) Alas, organicfacts.net wrote that vodka is rich in calories and devoid of vitamins and minerals compared to wine and beer. It only contains traces of vitamin B, phosphorus, potassium, and sodium. It is however, a strong antiseptic with antitoxin properties. Antitoxins safeguard the body from different toxic substances and used to strengthen the immune system.

It doesn’t matter if you are a social drinker or someone who has a glass of wine with dinner every night, just remember, these health benefits don’t mean anything if you drink more than a glass or two.

High amounts of alcohol wreak havoc on the body doing more harm then good.

Get creative, have fun in the sun with friends and family, and drink smart! Cheers!

Colleen is a certified personal trainer at Fore Performance. Her blog can be found at http://babybumpacademy.wordpress.com.

Dark beer trumps light because it contains more “flavanoids,” or natural oxidants that help protect the body from disease.

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By Sherrif Ibrahim, MD PhD

A quick cruise through the Internet or a beauty magazine might reveal a flurry of non-stop information about acne – who gets it, what causes it, what makes it better or worse, and how to treat it. People swear by certain facts and tinctures and these beliefs seem to spread like wildfire across various media sources until they are accepted as fact. The real truth, however, is that there are many common beliefs about acne that are simply not true.

In the United States, acne and acne-related problems rank as the #1 reason to visit a dermatologist.In fact, it is estimated that close to 85 percent of all people will suffer from some form of acne over the course of their lives – no other condition in human health, with the exception of the common cold, affects so many people. Pimples, zits, whiteheads, blackheads, cyts – these are all forms of acne and although they may look different on the skin, the underlying problem for all of them is the same. All acne, no matter what type or how severe, initiates from the same event – a clogged pore on the skin.

Pores on the skin are the openings of the tiny hair follicles and their associated oil glands on the face and anything that blocks this opening can lead to the formation of an acne lesion. Once the pore is clogged, it is known as a “comedo,” (or the plural form: comedones) a.k.a. “a blackhead or whitehead.” Once the pore is clogged, then dirt, skin cells, and oils and dirt that normally slough off to the outside world get stuck behind the plug, and the natural bacteria that inhabit all our skin has a nice protected environment to grow and multiply. Also, the follicle can get so backed up that it ruptures into the surrounding skin.

Either way, the result is the same – the innocent blackhead turns into an angry and inflamed cyst or zit and this, in turn, can lead to permanent scarring. So how do we know if what we read is true and what is simply a perpetuated myth? Several common acne factoids are debunked….

TRUTH OR MYTH??

Acne is caused by bad hygiene: MYTH. The truth is that people who get acne have pores that are prone

to getting clogged. If you never washed your face in your life, then perhaps you would get more acne, but all the washing in the world won’t change the shape of your pores, change your hormones, or change the oil production in your skin.

Exfoliants and scrubbing will help reduce or prevent acne: MYTH. Just as poor hygiene isn’t at the root of acne formation, neither

will over-exuberant scrubbing or exfoliation prevent acne. In fact, harsh scrubs and washes will only irritate and inflame the delicate skin cells that line the opening of the facial pores, potentially leading to increased acne. The best choices are a gentle cleanser and your fingers.

Chocolate causes acne: MYTH. There has been study after study that has tried to link chocolate

to acne but each has failed to make the association. Not only chocolate – milk, fatty foods, sugar – none of these foods have been linked to acne. In general, these things are good to avoid for other health reasons, but enjoy your chocolate in moderation, and don’t worry about it causing those nasty breakouts.

Only teenagers can get acne: MYTH. While teenagers are the most commonsegment of the population

to get acne, anyone anywhere can start getting acne at any point in their lives. We know that the causes of acne are multi-factorial with hormones playing a large role. If it looks like acne, then it most likely is acne – even if you’re 50 or 60 years old. In fact, we see a large number of women in their 50’s who get adult acne as their bodies undergo the hormonal changes of menopause.

Never use products that contain oil: MYTH. While it may be a good idea to select products that are

for “sensitive skin” stick to products that also have the words “noncomedogenic,” which translates to “won’t clog pores” and you’ll be safe.

Don’t feel that you must avoid all products just because they list a form of oil in the ingredients. A small amount of oil is okay and as long as the product is labeled as above, then it shouldn’t contain enough oil or the type of oil that clogs pores.

Acne is a cosmetic condition: MYTH. This is a major point to understand. Acne is a medical condition

that can cause permanent scarring of the skin and has been linked to other medical conditions such as depression. All acne should be treated promptly and there are a variety of very effective agents that exist in both topical and oral forms. Almost all insurance plans cover these treatments, making them affordable and easily accessible.

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Sherrif Ibrahim, MD PhD is Assistant Professor of the URMC Department of Dermatology. His practice is focused on procedural and surgical dermatology including the management of skin cancer with Mohs surgery.

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By barbara mcspadden & kelly breuer

At first sight the Escape looks nothing at all like the small SUV that it is.

Ford has totally redesigned the look of the Escape for 2013 to give it a crossover feel. Gone is the boxy “mini Explorer” look and in its place is a sportier, curvier vehicle that looks fast even when it’s parked.

What’s under the hood might surprise many. You’ll want to buckle up extra tight for this ride. The 2.0L EcoBoost engine will get you down the road in a hurry. But don’t worry, there’s cruise control for those of us who need to slow down a little.

We spend a lot of time driving around town going to meetings and events, so ride and comfort is an important factor in any vehicle we drive — the Escape didn’t disappoint. The interior is functional and very comfortable.

It has none of the usual “truck-like” feel of a lot of vehicles in its class. Our test vehicle was the top-of-the-line Titanium model, which was tricked out to the max with all of the bells and whistles that Ford has to offer.

One of the nicest features was the MyFord TouchTM system. This was our first experience with the system and it handled everything we threw at it.

MyFord TouchTM allows you to control virtually everything in the vehicle from the radio to the comfort system with simple voice commands so that you almost never have to take your hands off the wheel. A lot of voice recognition technology requires a small learning curve to operate properly, but the MyFord TouchTM system performed almost flawlessly, even with two different people speaking commands frequently.

One of the most unique features of the Escape has to be the hands-free lift gate. Ladies, how many times have you walked up to your vehicle with your hands loaded down with groceries, boxes, children, etc. with no available hand to open the lift gate or to even press a button on the remote to unlock the doors? Ford solved that problem brilliantly on the Escape.

With the key fob in your pocket or purse, a simple kick of your leg under the center of the rear bumper and voila the lift gate pops open like magic.

Kick again and it closes by itself…no hands necessary. Whoever thought of this little feature was pure genius; a woman most certainly conceived it. We’re not easily impressed, but it was truly one of the most ingenious features we’ve seen in a long time. Simply put, this in one of those “gotta have” features that everyone is going to want.

In the three days we had the Escape, we put it through its paces around town and on the thruway and it never let us down. There are three key safety features that make this vehicle very easy to handle. First are the blind spot mirrors. When a vehicle enters your blind spot on either side, a yellow light illuminates in on the outside edge of the face of the mirror to let you know that it’s there. Once you get used to it, you won’t want to drive another car without it.

The next feature is the rear view camera. This makes getting around a parking lot surprisingly simple. The camera gives you a clear view of what’s behind you along with trajectory lines to help you easily back in and out of any space. There is also a perimeter sensor to warn you if someone or something is in your path. And finally, the Escape features Park Assist.

This basically parallel parks the car for you. All I can say is, ‘where was this when I was taking my driving test all those years ago?’ You simply pull up to a space, press the button to activate and take your hands off the wheel.

The car does the steering and you control the accelerator and brake. Now that’s pretty slick.

Ford indeed did its homework when they redesigned the 2013 Escape.

This is a sleek, sporty-looking crossover that is comfortable, sure-footed and fun to drive. There’s plenty of cargo capacity and it’s available with several “must have” components to make this midsize crossover up to par with many luxury cars that come with a much higher price tag.

For more information on the 2013 Ford Escape visit www. ford.com.

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From left to right: Ingrid C. Palermo, Nicole M. Marro & Cressida A. Dixon,

By Stephanie Williams | Photos by Jenniffer Merida

Between clients, clogged drains, and baking casseroles, there isn’t much downtime in life as a lawyer and a mother. At Bond Schoeneck & King, a law firm headquartered in Syracuse with offices in Rochester, its leadership has recognized this as the most common struggle men and women alike face to succeed in their personal and professional lives. The strides in flexibility BS&K have made are models unique to law profession, allowing its attorneys a work/life balance virtually unheard of in previous generations. Rochester Woman was lucky to spend 94 unbilled minutes with Cressida Dixon, Nicole Marro, and Ingrid Palermo - BS&K’s three female powerhouses in Rochester, to candidly discuss the choices and sacrifices they make to maintain sanity in today’s plugged-in “can’t-stop-won’t-stop” world.

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Practice: Trust & Estate Came to BSK in: 2010 Motivation to Pass the Bar: “It’s very black and white in my world –

there hasn’t been a challenge given to me that I allowed myself to fail,” says Dixon. “The story of how I began practicing law is pretty short and unsexy. I knew I had to go onto something beyond my undergraduate degree, and was wondering what would challenge me the most. I had a lot of guy friends who were struggling with practice LSAT questions and I didn’t think it seemed that hard – literally, at that moment I decided to go to law school after getting a better score on the LSATs than the boys.”

Children: Two boys, ages 5 and 9.

Children’s Extracurriculars: Baseball Family Support: A husband running his family’s business which allows him to maintain a set schedule and keep work at the office. A proactive mother-in-law.

Charitable Causes: $1 Million Dollar Women’s Education Club; Board of Directors, Rochester Childfirst Network; Member, University of Rochester Medical Center Planned Giving Committee; Member, Women’s Executive Network.

Personal Non-Negotiable: Early morning workouts. “My children

know that I’m a better mommy if I get my exercise!” The time spent with her children is precious. In addition to playing an active role in her children’s sporting endeavors, Dixon devotes her free time to learning new skills like Suzuki violin, alongside her children.

Personal Triumphs: Knowing when perceived success and achievements

are just not worth it. Before arriving at BSK, Cressida sacrificed much of her personal life - always saying “yes” and sleeping with her Blackberry – to the point that she nearly worked herself to death.

“Four years ago, I was working like a dog,” says Dixon. “Unbeknownst to me, I had six mini-strokes during a public speaking event, and within 12 hours I had a full-blown stroke. It was 5am, and I was home alone already working. I forced myself to pick up my blackberry and call my sister, who gathered my pain despite my near inability to communicate with her.” Dixon’s quick thinking helped her get the medicine she needed in the right timing.

“This event saved my life,” says Dixon. “My stroke forced me to find more stability and balance between my personal success and my family.

I remember wondering mid-stroke who would show up to my funeral if I were to die right there, and I could only come up with coworkers. My memories of that morning guide me on a daily basis to make certain that I feel fulfilled and remind me of what’s important.”

Practice: Trust & Estate Education: State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law, 1995 Came to BSK In: 2009 Motivation to Pass the Bar: Graduating from Notre Dame with a degree in American Studies, Nicole had hoped to pursue a writingintensive career in communications or advertising. With a looming recession making her dreams unrealistic, she saw law school as an opportunity to make a significant impact on society. Originally hoping to practice Civil Rights Law and specialize in age and gender discrimination, Nicole learned quickly that arguing in the courtroom was not for her. She found her niche in Trust & Estate planning during a summer rotation and was attracted to the practice as she was still able to make an impact on an individual and family basis.

Children: Two girls, ages 9 and 12.

Children’s Extracurriculars: Tennis, Lacrosse, Soccer and Piano.

to her roots have paid off in motherhood, as Marro and her husband’s parents are still local and able to pitch in with driving, babysitting, or anything else at the drop of a hat. Additionally, the luxury of a pre-teen daughter with babysitting skills gives Nicole and her husband more flexibility personally and professionally.

Charitable Causes: $1 Million Dollar Women’s Education Club; Board of Directors, Heritage Christian Services Foundation; Moms in Motion; Board of Directors, St. Anne’s Foundation; Professional Advisors Liaison Committee, Rochester Community Foundation; Professional Advisory Board Member, United Way.

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Education: Syracuse University College of Law, 1996

Family Support: Marrying her high school sweetheart and staying true

On Seeing the Light: A generational and male-dominated environment fueled Nicole’s previous desires to keep her private life private at the office, particularly when it came to issues pertaining to childcare or her marriage and was relieved to discover BS&K’s almost radically progressive approach to women in law. “I worked at a firm where the partners were older men with wives who typically stayed home – it was the model and expectation of attorneys at the time,” says Nicole. “It’s a shame that you get so accustomed to living that way that you just accept it. When I initially met with BS&K, I was shocked that their approach was for real!”

Practice: Business Restructuring, Creditors’ Rights, Bankruptcy, with an additional practice in Property Law as well as Real Estate Development and Construction.

Education: Western New England College School of Law Began Practicing In: 1996 Motivation to Pass the Bar: Following the death of her mother during

her childhood, Palermo’s father was her leading influence to succeed, telling her the most important thing she could do for herself was learn to take care of herself. “My father had taken to heart that as a single parent raising myself and my two younger siblings, you can’t prevent the unthinkable from happening but you can be prepared to stay strong and take care of your family no matter what,” says Palermo. “While my father was protective of me, he encouraged me to pursue the best education I could.”

Children: Two girls, ages 6 and 10; and one boy, age 8 Children’s Extracurriculars: Soccer, baseball, and dance make for

a packed schedule during the warmer months and gives Palermo and her family the opportunity to make quality time for each other. “We are always active together and are always at someone’s sporting event or practice. When we visit our family in Colorado, our kids also especially enjoy hiking in the mountains!”

Family Support: A live-in grandparent allows Ingrid the flexibility of meeting the travel requirements of her practice. With Grandma on call, Ingrid doesn’t have to worry about rushing home or back and forth from a daycare center as her mother-in-law greets her kids at home with an after-school snack and facilitates homework hour.

Community Involvement: $1 Million Dollar Women’s Education

Club; Finance Committee Chair, St. Joseph’s School Advisory Board; Team Manager, Penfield Strikers youth soccer league; Monroe County Bar Association’s Lawyers for Learning; Troop Cookie Manager, Girl Scout Troop 60731.

Family Non-Negotiable: A home-cooked family meal – every evening – no exceptions.

One Less Headache: Private school uniforms. With three children –

and especially girls, it saves valuable time and avoids the inevitable limitpushing ever so common as they approach adolescence. With either a gym uniform or a school uniform, “there isn’t the morning anxiety that comes with picking out an outfit that I approve of. It’s not even a discussion – my kids aren’t trying to wear flip flops or shorts to school in the middle of winter!” rochesterWomanMag.com :: july 2012

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by Ryan J. Hoefen, M.D., Ph.D.

Heart disease is the number one cause of death among women. Fortunately, medical advances are reducing its incidence each year.

High cholesterol levels have long been known to be an important risk factor for developing a heart attack. Checking cholesterol levels remains an important part of routine health screening. Regular exercise and a healthy diet unquestionably lower cholesterol levels and are associated with a longer lifespan. However, genetics play a big part in cholesterol levels, so lifestyle changes alone may not be sufficient for some people to reach goal cholesterol levels.

For them, cholesterol-lowering medications may be considered.

Statins, a class of medications that block cholesterol production in the liver, were a breakthrough for treatment of high cholesterol and in heart attack prevention. Some well known examples include rosuvastatin (Crestor), atorvastatin (Lipitor), and simvastatin (Zocor). These drugs effectively lower cholesterol levels and have been proven to lower the risk of heart attacks in several large clinical trials. As a result, they are the first line medication for cholesterol reduction.

Statins alone are sometimes not enough to lower cholesterol to goal levels, so other medications with cholesterol-lowering effects may be considered. However, recent clinical trials raise doubt as to whether some of these medications actually help to prevent heart attacks despite their ability to lower cholesterol. In 2008, a large clinical trial showed that ezetimibe (Zetia) failed to reduce the size of cholesterol plaques despite a 1520% reduction in cholesterol levels. More

recently, a large trial studying the widely used cholesterol treatment niacin was stopped early due to a lack of benefit. A study released in the New England Journal of Medicine this month also shows a lack of cardiovascular benefit to the omega-3 fatty acids that are found in fish oil. There is considerable debate as to whether select patients may actually be getting benefit from some of these medications and as to whether an insufficient dose was used in the trials. Nevertheless, doubt has been cast on some cholesterol medications and even more so on the idea that we should be using an approach of “treating the numbers� when it comes to cholesterol.

New national guidelines are anticipated in the near future which may guide on the best approach to using cholesterol-lowering medications. In the meantime, a discussion with your doctor about the benefits and risks of various treatments is the best way to decide what you should be taking if you need a medication to help reduce your cholesterol.

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By Mark Forrest Patrick, CDT VA

Many pet owners are challenged with the decision to have their pet spayed or neutered. This challenge is based on old myths and misconceptions associated with the surgery. While there is currently an over population of family pets, many of our shelters and rescue groups have to refuse the unwanted pets that show up at their door. Due to space limitations in our local shelters and rescue groups, euthanasia is increasingly the only option for unwanted pets.This ONE reason alone is enough for pet owners to have their pets spayed and/or neutered.

If you have adopted recently from an animal shelter or rescue group the one requirement that has been consistent is that the pet must be spayed or neutered prior to adoption. Let’s think about the importance of spaying and neutering your pets.

A spayed and neutered pet will typically live longer and have a healthier life. They will be better behaved and their disposition will be calmer.

Every year approximately SIX MILLION animals are euthanized due to behavior problems. By spaying or neutering your pet this number would be reduced.

An altered male is less likely to mark territory or run away looking for a female. Another benefit of altering your pet is the reduction of cancer in the breast, testicular, uterine, prostate area. A spayed female eliminates the menstrual cycle and the unwanted behaviors of crying and nervousness along with the bleeding. Our pets do not have a sexual 50

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identity as human beings do. Your pet will not experience any type of change in identity or emotional stress from being altered.

If you are concerned about the weight gain, this is strictly a myth. You and your pet will be able to be more active because they will not have the drive to mark their territory or look for a mate. Your pet will be able to visit dog parks and day care facilities for play time.

Stray and feral animals often become a victim to the local wildlife (coyotes, fox, etc.) Taking responsibility to ensure your family pets are spayed and neutered will assist in controlling the local feral population.

Do you enjoy socializing your pet with other animals? Many facilities will not allow you to bring your unaltered pet to a day care, dog park or public events.

It is important that everyone takes the initiative and has their pet spayed and neutered. With the over-population in our local shelters euthanasia is becoming a daily routine and innocent puppies and kittens are not given the opportunity to know love. Love your pet and have them spayed or neutered. If you are concerned about the cost, contact your local shelter for low cost options available through the local shelters.

Mark Forrest Patrick is a Certified Dog Trainer, Veterinary Assistant and the owner of Tuxedo’s K9 Training Camp. Mark may be reached at www.tuxedosk9.com.

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By Jenn Bergin | Photo by Rita LaVeck

“It’s something as simple as friendship,” says Dana Frame, President and Executive Director of Compeer Rochester, “But it’s so powerful.”

Next year will mark the 40th anniversary of Compeer, a non-profit organization that matches community volunteers with adults and youth who are striving for mental wellness. The mission of Compeer is to serve as a bridge to enhanced wellness and community integration for those with social and emotional barriers - through the power of supportive friendship.

After a near-fatal car accident and lengthy rehabilitation, Bernice “Bunny” Skirboll founded Compeer in 1973, vowing to make a difference in other people’s lives. Under her leadership, Compeer grew from a small program in Rochester, to an internationally recognized mental health agency with over 50 affiliates - primarily in New York and Pennsylvania, while reaching as far as Australia.

“For so many people, their main interaction is with a healthcare professional or a counselor,” says Frame. “This program offers friendship someone who is there entirely because they want to be there.”

“Compeer strives to raise awareness and combat the stigma of mental illness”, says Frame. The vision of Compeer is to build a community that embraces individuals living with mental health challenges. It also strives to nurtures children and their families by encouraging prevention and offers inclusion and support to all individuals.

Compeer provides a range of services. For adults, Supportive Partners for Recovery matches volunteers in a one-to-one friendship with adults in mental health treatment. The matches spend quality time in communitybased activities to encourage positive recovery. In addition, CompeerCorps,

“This program offers friendship - someone who is there entirely because they want to be there.”

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in collaboration with the Veteran’s Outreach Center, matches military veteran volunteers with returning military to aid in reintegration into civilian life.

Youth and Family Mentoring is a similar one-to-one friendship, focused on community-based activities to promote recreational, educational and cultural engagement. A Family Mentor is available to offer support services to the families of Compeer youth. The program helps to connect families with proper resources and a Family Mentor can also act as an advocate or listening ear in times of need.

The importance of friendship and socialization to both physical and mental health is often overlooked. According to Frame many adults have no one to grab a cup of coffee with or vent worries to.. And many children have never experienced things that some take for granted, such as a walk on the pier or a trip to the zoo.

“The mentor relationship provides the chance to not think about challenges and illness, they don’t have to worry about being ‘fixed’ or evaluated,” explained Frame. “The focus is on goals and having fun and relaxing.”

“Volunteers don’t seek recognition,” said Frame. It’s an experience that mentors say they “get more that than they give” from - enjoying new experiences, an appreciation for the “little things” and challenges in life, as well as having a new friend.

Often people who have benefited from the program will return as volunteers.

“Those are the stories I love,” says Frame. “The people who come back and say that really helped me’ and then want to offer that same gift to someone else.”

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