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By: Glenn Courtney, A.B.O.C. of Delaware Eye Optical Loyalty, (defined as faithful to one’s allegiance) applies in this case to the many families eyecare needs we have served over the last thirty plus years. In some cases we are currently providing eyecare to the third generation of families in our region. We ourselves are second generation opticians and have at times employed the third generation within our families.

Many of you have heard the term “from cradle to grave”; in our case this span of time involves many different aspects of eyecare. In fact, children, teenagers, young adults, mature adults and elderly all have particular eyecare needs that must be satisfied. The visual, medical and style needs change as one goes through life and determines in large part how we personalize our clients eyecare answers.

Infant’s visual problems can go unnoticed unless there is an obvious issue such as Amblyopia (lazy eye); caught early this condition can usually be treated. Children treated before age five either with eye glasses or patching, in most cases recover to near normal vision. Our office has fit infants less than a year old with eyeglasses.

These frames are soft and pliable usually made of plastic and in some cases rubber.

Wraparound temples or straps can be used to keep the frames on and polycarbonate lenses; an impact resistant material, is used for safety requirements. We carry a variety of frames for all ages beginning at infancy and through grade school.

This time of the year we fit many children with frames for t-ball and little league. These frames are designed for impact resistance and protect not only the eye with OSHA required thickness for lenses, but the face as well. Sport frames usually have a wrap-around design for peripheral vision and smoother edges on the inside protecting the skin against impact. The bridge area or nose pads are cushioned as

well to protect against collision or impact from baseballs or softballs. These sport frames have come a long way in design to make children more comfortable wearing the once uncomfortable frames, they actually have many colors available in trying to match team colors.

Children, as they grow older and into pre-teen years become more conscious of their looks; trends influence the acceptance of eyeglasses especially in the ages between 10 to 18 years of age.

Currently eyeglass frames are very popular in this age group but for those who are not comfortable, contact lenses become an alternative. Contact lens wear can usually start around 12 years of age but this depends on discipline and personal hygiene whether it’s recommended or not. Those who have very high prescriptions and are conscious of their eye glass lenses being thick will opt for contacts as soon as parents give the go ahead welcoming this new alternative to better vision.

Young adults currently are our most style conscious age group and select design and lifestyle frames more than any other age group. Vintage and retro looks have been popular over the last few years and are selected to accessorize an overall style. The twenty something’s to thirty year olds lean toward trendy frames; currently bolder acetates in shapes dating back to 1950’s or 60’s. Many of these frames are updated with newer materials and trendy colors. This age group has generally grown up with antiglare coatings and transition lenses both of which improve their vision while transitions protect their eyes as well as provide comfort.

Adults approaching 40 or later will usually experience presbyopia (the condition when the lens of the eye loses its ability to focus) making it difficult to see objects up close.

These “Lordy, Lordy, look who’s forty” crowd tends to put off the inevitable by wearing cheaters at first which can be a mistake. Eventually when the need of a correction is required accommodating this change becomes more difficult. Clients that ease through this change in vision from the beginning are happier with their eyewear and handle the progression more gracefully. Wearing eye glasses to correct presbyopia can be handled in many ways and as add powers increase other visual fields are affected. Distance, in-

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termediate and near all can be corrected; it’s the design that matters. Delaware Eye Optical is one of the leaders nationally in fitting Hoya’s ID Free Form lenses which provide clear, wide, distortion free vision in all directions. This is the only double surface free form progressive lens on the market and is a breakthrough in lens design. The next step in lens design for presbyopia is personalized free form design.

This involves an evaluation of your current eyewear needs, prescription, measurements, life style and other data that aids in the design of your particular lenses; you actually help design your own lenses.

Cataracts that develop as we age due to proteins in the eye that begin to breakdown causing the lens to become cloudy; blurry vision eventually gets to a point where the Ophthalmologist will remove the lens and replace it with an implant. I spoke about this condition in the last issue. The eyewear or contact lenses to correct vision as close to 20/20 is available in many designs and we can recommend alternatives once we see your post cataract prescription.

With these different phases of life and the alternatives that accompany your visu-

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al needs there is one constant. Sunglasses should be worn by everyone at all ages as early in life as possible.

Delaware Eye Optical recommends protecting your eyes from harmful UV just as you do your skin. Whether you wear contact lenses, prescription eyeglasses or have no correction always protect your eyes from ultraviolet light. Over the course of a life time the long term affects can help lead to cataract development and other medical conditions in an around the eye.

Delaware Eye Optical is experienced with all of these age related conditions and will help you make the right decisions. Everyone’s visual needs are different but together we can improve your quality of life.

For more information or an appointment call 302-645-1800 in Rehoboth, 302-934-6620 in Millsboro and 302-678-3200 in Dover.

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With the advent of bariatric full enough tounderstand satisfy any patient that priormore to their cancer surgery.

We that the information loadbody on lift, we keep medicine and surgery, and the hospital for severa has ever entered our office. more Americans are losing massive There are two basic options for the timing of breast reconstruction – a newly diagnosed breast cancer patient is substantial, but every patient patients who prefer to amounts of weight.

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Although liposuction is not ao loose skin tightens spontaneously surgeon’s input is invaluable from the beginning. If the breast surgeon a healthy diet and regular exercise, it can remove stubborn areas The of fatoverall that don’t respond to traditional weight-loss appears smoother. to a for great degree.

Unfortunately, If you’re considering liposuction, please schedule a consultation with one of our Board Certified Surgeons who can needs to remove more tissue than anticipated, a plastic surgeon can assist contour and harmony of the Full recovery from t this your is not the case questions andfor givemiddle-aged a professional recommendation based on your individual circumstances. in shaping the remaining breast tissue. Plastic surgeons can also use body is greatly enhanced.

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Perimenopause: A Second Puberty?

BY ANGELA CASWELL-MONACK, DO As an OBGYN, I love taking care of women at every stage of life, but perimenopause (the period of about ten years leading up to menopause) just might be my favorite.

Menopause is defined as 1 year without a menstrual period. The average age of menopause in the United States is about 51.5 years, and the timing is often similar between mother and daughter, older sister and younger sister. Some things can make the menopausal transition happen sooner such as smoking and particular chemotherapy drugs. But, menopause is a natural biological process.

Though we talk about menopause in terms of the uterus (menstrual bleeding,) menopausal changes and symptoms are all a function of your ovarian hormones (estrogen, progesterone and testosterone.)

Menopause marks the end of your menstrual cycles and your fertility as the ovaries quiesce (become quiet and stop ovulating), but it does not just happen overnight. (Except, of course, for women who have had surgical removal of their ovaries and uterus prior to their natural menopause.)

So, back to perimenopause. Usually, perimenopause begins in the early 40s but sometimes starts in the late 30s. The ovaries become erratic and start to sputter.

At first, you may miss a period here or there, and your periods may change in nature and become heavier or longer.

Your hormones start to go a little berserk; it may remind you of the hormonal rollercoaster of puberty. Some women experience hot flashes, fatigue, mood swings, trouble sleeping, changes in sex drive, breast tenderness, vaginal dryness, acne, thinning hair, weight gain, increase in facial hair, changes in fingernails, night sweats, difficulty concentrating, or forgetfulness. No two women will

have the same exact perimenopause experience. But, we all have a lot in common. In times past, no one really talked about “the change of life,” but now, there is even an off-broadway production about it, “Menopause, The Musical.” Some women only have a couple years of symptoms, others have 12 or more years.

plenty of medical, surgical and alternative medicine treatments available. Hormonal treatments and nonhormonal treatments abound. Sometimes, a woman will say, “I’d rather just deal with it, now that I know what it is.” It is rewarding either way.

I hope that if you are going through The third reason I like perimenopause perimenopause, that you will talk with is because historically in our culture, in your women’s healthcare provider folklore and stories and even in traditional about your experience. There are academia, the menopausal transition is many conditions that have overlapping described as “the end of femininity”, symptoms. And, you don’t have to go it “a time of female hysteria” and “the alone. madness.” At one time or another, women were locked away in asylums for You can reach Dr. Caswell-Monack at “climacteric insanity,” they underwent Bayside Health Association by calling clitoridectomies, they accepted bizarre the Lewes, DE office at 302-645-4700 treatments like vaginal injections of lead. or the Georgetown, DE office at 302I think this misunderstanding is funny and 856-3597. sad at the same time. There is so much that we still do not understand about the female experience of menopause or even how to ameliorate the symptoms; yet we have come so far in the last 100 years. Perhaps some days for the individual woman, perimenopause is madness and sometimes she probably does feel hysterical.

But, as a society and a medical profession, we need to take it seriously and continue to learn about it. Half of the population experiences menopause, and From Left to Right in the back is Dr. Leo H. Eschbach, DO, women are spending more Dr. Steven Berlin, MD seated, Dr Vincent B.Killeen, MD, and more years of their lives F.A.C.O.G. and Dr. Tabitha F. Perry seated

This all sounds so terrible, so why do I like this season of a woman’s life?

First, because this is perhaps the most empowered time in a woman’s life.

Often, a woman has spent her whole adult life up to this point taking care of other people- her children, her husband or partner, her parents, her friends. Not to say that caring for your loved ones is not rewarding, but many women put themselves on the back burner, so to speak, because there is always another priority-family, relationships, work, money, etc. The typical woman juggles so many things that her own physical and emotional needs get minimized. Every day, I take care of women who have not seen a gynecologist in 20 years because they were just too busy; granted, going to the gynecologist is not something the average woman wants to do. But what I love about the perimenopausal woman is that she is just plain human. By this age, she has enough life experience to stand up for herself, speak her mind, and not worry what other people will think. By the time I see her in my office, she is ready to make herself a priority, too.

The second reason I love perimenopause is because it is medically fascinating. The symptoms of menopause need to be sorted out from other medical conditions such as thyroid disorder, unexpected pregnancy, diabetes, uterine or ovarian cancer, mood disorders, etc. This type of investigation is part of why I became a doctor. Sometimes, the evaluation includes just taking a thorough history, and sometimes blood tests, hormone tests, ultrasound of the pelvis, biopsies or other tests might be needed. But, once everything else is ruled out, treatment can be tailored to the particular woman’s perimenopause concerns. There are

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postmenopausal. On one hand, we should embrace the menopausal transition as a natural part of life, and on the other hand, we seriously need to figure out how to help women get through it and give them more options.

Bayside Health Association is committed to bringing quality Women’s Health Care to the Eastern Shore.

We have two conveniently located facilities in Lewes and Georgetown. Our Board Certified staff of Physicians and our Certified Nurse Midwives are ready to listen to all your health concerns. We offer Dexa (bone density) screening and Gynecological and Obstetrical ultrasounds by appointment.

Our ultrasound department has just recently received it reaccreditation, meeting the AIUM Standards.

Our Lewes location offers same day mammograms and lab services.

For more information about our practice please visit www.baysidehealth.com or call Melissa Warren at 302-645-4700 ext. 313

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CoolSculpting Non-Surgical Fat Removal fat. This non-invasive procedure represents an alternative to surgical liposuction by using a novel cooling technology that permanently removes fat cells from treated areas.

Michelle Parsons, MD

is a graduate of Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia and received her residency training from the State University of New York in General Surgery, and Christiana Medical Center in Emergency Medicine. She also served as a Flight Surgeon in the Air Force. Dr. Parsons specializes in Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy and treatment of Thyroid disorders as well as Aesthetic Medicine and Laser Medicine.

The biggest trend in cosmetic surgery for 2013 is the expansion of non-invasive body countouring technology, the best of which is CoolSculpting, which is now available at ReNove Medical in Rehoboth Beach. CoolSculpting is an FDA-approved, non-surgical device that uses precisely controlled cooling to destroy fat cells, thereby eliminating unwanted love handles, bra rolls, and stomach fat. Arms and legs can be treated as well. Unlike some other non-surgical technologies that release fat from fat cells, such as Vasershape and I-Lipo, Coolsculpting destroys the fat cells thereby eliminating treated fat permanently, as our body does not make new fat cells. Coolsculpting is a unique non-surgical treatment for removal of fat from localized pockets of excess

How does CoolSculpting Work?

The technology behind CoolSculpting was developed by Harvard scientists who noted that fat was destroyed by cold under certain conditions. CoolSculpting is a result of their efforts to harness and refine this application of cold to selectively remove unwanted fat deposits in a safe manner. During a treatment, your unwanted fatty area will be pressed and chilled to a temperature 12 degrees above freezing. At this temperature the fat within fat cells crystallizes. When the fat within the cells crystallizes, it damages and kills the fat cell.

Skin and other tissue is not damaged as the water in other cells is not crystallized, only fat. The body will then eliminate the killed fat cells over time. The best news is that we do not make new fat cells. Fat cells merely get bigger or smaller as they store more fat or lose fat. So in essence the fat removal from CoolSculpting is permanent. And we have seen instances of patients who if they gain weight, the weight will not return to the treated areas.

What are the most common areas to be treated?

Many people on a weight loss program continue to have stubborn hard to lose areas, no matter how much dieting, sit ups or weight they lose. Such stubborn areas are typically around the abdomen, the love handles and inner thighs. Once you are over forty, losing fat in these areas is extremely difficult. These are the areas that CoolSculpt can address. Basically if there is an area you can pinch several inches, that area can be treated and eliminated

by CoolSculpt. Most of our patients are interested in losing fatty areas in the upper and lower abdomen, the muffin top, waist, brat fat, back fat, love handles, and “mommy pooches.” We can also treat arms, thighs and saddle bags.

Are there any side effects from CoolSculpting?

The side effects from a CoolSculpting treatment are minimal. It is possible Before to have bruising after the treatment, which resolves in a week. It is common to have numbness or decreased sensitivity in the treated area lasting 1 to 2 weeks. In some instances patients will develop a burning tingling sensation 5 days after the treatment which can be controlled with a Lidoderm patch. There are virtually no long term negative side effects.

What does CoolSculpting feel like?

Our treatment room is very comfortable where you will relax on a padded recliner. When the CoolSculpting is applied to the fatty area to be treated there is a sensation of pulling that feels slightly uncomfortable for the first 5 to 10 minutes. Gradually this sensation lessens to the point during the treatment any uncomfortable sensation is minimal. There seems to be a natural endorphin release during the treatment so patients are very relaxed during the treatment, which takes an hour. Some people have fallen asleep during the treatment! A typical treatment session lasts between 1 and 3 hours, depending on how many areas are treated. During the treatment, we have Netflix available so you can watch a movie or catch

After up on your favorite television program. Busy moms find this time to themselves a real treat!

We also have Wi-Fi.

How quickly do people see results?

After a CoolSculpting treatment, the fat cells are actually killed and will be eliminated by the body over time. Many report seeing changes in as little as 3 to 4 weeks. The full benefit will take as long as 60 to 90 days.

How long to results last?

Once the fat cells are frozen, killed and naturally eliminated by your body, the results are permanent. You can still gain weight in other areas if you over eat and don’t continue to try to remain fit.

If you are interested in learning more about CoolSculpting and would like to see if you are a good candidate for this effective treatment to lose unwanted fatty areas, please call us today to set up an appointment to meet with Dr. Michelle Parsons at ReNove Medical, Health Rejuvenating Spa, in Rehoboth Beach, 302227-1079. We will be offering an introductory Special this season, so please inquire.

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You may have heard of urologists, Approximately one-third of Combining this understanding with our Some women will find relief through doctors who treat disorders of the urinary comprehensive fellowship training gives surgery. Surgical options can include women experience pelvic floor us the unique ability to treat problems that same-day, minimally-invasive procedures tract or gynecologists, doctors who focus problems and can benefit from a may affect the systems and organs within that women recover from quickly with on the female reproductive system.

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Babak Vakili, M.D., is the director of the Center for Urogynecology and Pelvic Surgery. Dr. Vakili is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He completed a fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the Louisiana State University Health Science Center in New Orleans, LA.

To make an appointment, contact one of our four locations:

Emily K. Saks, M.D., MSCE, is a urogynecologist with the Christiana Care Center for Urogynecology and Pelvic Surgery. Dr. Saks completed a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia and has completed a fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.

Howard B. Goldstein, D.O., MPH, is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

He completed a fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, NJ. He currently serves as the Director of Research and Education for the Division of Urogynecology.

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What is Ultherapy? is a face and neck treatment that improves skin laxity in a meaningful way but completelynon–surgically.

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Michelle Parsons, MD

is a graduate of Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia and received her residency training from the State University of New York in General Surgery, and Christiana Medical Center in Emergency Medicine. She also served as a Flight Surgeon in the Air Force. Dr. Parsons specializes in Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy and treatment of Thyroid disorders as well as Aesthetic Medicine and Laser Medicine.

Here at ReNove Medical, Dr. Parsons offers Ultherapy, a state of the art medical procedure utilizing focused ultrasound energy to lift and tighten sagging skin. No scalpel or anesthesia is needed. Ultherapy is great for people who would like tightening and lifting of facial skin without have a surigcal facelift. The Ulthera sound energy passes right through the skin and targets the areas you want lifted. During a typical 30-60 minute Ultherapy treatment session, an ultrasound applicator is passed over each region of the face. The sound waves emitted deliver small, controlled amounts of energy into the deep layers of skin and soft tissue. The beauty of Ultherapy ‘uplifting ultrasound’ is that it

Ultherapy works great for sagging jowls, where the skin is fatty, heavy and drooping. Ultherapy is able to reduce this fatty heaviness, tapering the jaw line, for a more youthful look. Ultherapy can restore a more youthful shape to the face from a square to the inverted triangle.

Nasolabial Folds

Ultherapy also works well to minimize the drooping of excess skin that we get along each side of the nose, or lower cheeks.

You may think that you need to fill in these areas with a filler, but the real problem may be that fat and loose skin is just falling down due to the effects of gravity.

With ultherapy we can target this area and minimize the fattiness and tighten up that skin. Again this will restore the more youthful balance of the face with the center of gravity higher in the cheek areas.

Neck

Ultherapy can tighten up that loose skin underneath our necks as well. The area that Ultherapy works the best is that area just underneath the chin and extending into that curve of the neck. Ultherapy won’t duplicate the results of a surgical neck lift. But if you have somewhat loose and fatty skin in your upper neck, hanging just beneath your chin, Ultherapy can improve this area, and improve your profile.

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Perhaps one the most dramatic areas that Ultherapy can improve on without surgery is the eye area and creating a brow lift, helping to lift heavy drooping eyelids. Ultherapy can make the eyes appear more open,

more awake, rested and more youthful. This may be subtle change but this small difference can have a significant effect! Our clients really love this part of the Ultherapy results.

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Overall Ultherapy works wonders to taper, redefine your facial contours, while eliminating fatty, droopy areas, and lift and tightening skin around the eyes and underneath the chin, for a more youthful sculpted look. The stars in Hollywood do this treatment, and now you have access to this age defying procedure right here in Delaware at the beach.

Dr. Parsons is pleased to bring this cutting edge highly sought after technology to you to help you look your best. If you think you may be candidate for Ultherapy, please give us a call to set up a complimentary consultation with Dr. Michelle Parsons. 302227-1079.

What Kind of Results Can I Expect from Ultherapy?

After just one treatment with no downtime, your skin will gradually shift back into a more youthful position. Improvements include a sleeker, more defined jawline and tighter skin on the neck under the chin. Sagging skin on the cheeks can be tightened and lifted, which in turn can

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improve folds from the nose to mouth, folds from the mouth to jaw, and drooping corners of the mouth. Tightening of skin on the forehead can reduce the sagging skin on the eyelids and promote a more open, refreshed look in general. The results of Ultherapy are permanent, just as the results of a face-lift are permanent, 0f course, your skin will continue its natural aging process. While Ultherapy is not a replacement for surgery, it is an inviting alternative for those who are not ready for surgery but looking for meaningful results.

TESTIMONIAL One week after my Ultherapy Treatment, my husband, after being out of town for a couple of days asked me “what’s different about you,” he was staring at my face! Not having told him about my treatment I innocently said “what do you mean?” His response was “I am not sure but your face looks different.” I asked “different good or different bad?” He replied “different good, looks stretched.” I was surprised that the results were noticed that quickly. I found the treatment to be bearable, certainly wasn’t pain free, but tolerable. I was very happy when it was over! For the past 2 weeks following the treatment my face has been tender which is a reminder that the treatment is continuing to work! I would highly recommend it to all!

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The New Faces at La Red Health Center WRITTEN BY KEVIN LOFTUS DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT, MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

La Red Health Center, (LRHC) is delighted to announce several new members of the clinical staff!

“We are incredibly excited to welcome these highly-skilled practitioners to our LRHC family,” stated Mary Kay Rosolie, Director of Human Resources. “These practitioners will help us continue to integrate our various programs and services as a health center of excellence that provides high-quality, patientcentered medical care to the diverse members of our community.”

Dr. Amudha Boopathi, Pediatrician

Dr. Boopathi holds a M.D. in General Medicine and Bachelors in Russian Language from Volgograd State Medical University. She completed her Pediatric residency training at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New Jersey and holds a 1-year fellowship training in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology from the Children’s Hospital at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Boopathi will see patient’s under18 years of age.

Mark Borer, MD, Child Psychiatrist

Dr. Borer received both his undergraduate and medical degrees from the State University of New York at Buffalo. He provides consultative services at LRHC, and is working on the design, implementation and evaluation of overall child psychiatric services. Dr. Borer is board certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry by the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and board certified in General Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology.

Jose Capiro, MD, Psychiatrist

Dr. Capiro received his undergraduate degree in Chemistry from the University of South Florida, and his Doctor of Medicine degree from Universidad CETEC, Santo Domingo. He is bilingual and provides case consultation to our behavioral health providers for adult patients, collaborates with the advanced practice nurses in behavioral health and is involved in our expansion of the integration of behavioral health and primary care. Dr.

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Capiro completed his residency training at the Division of Health & Social Services Medical Center of Delaware, and is Board Certified in General Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology.

Cindy Cunningham, CNS

1997. Stacey is seeing women’s health patients at our Georgetown Health Center, and is the Sussex Tech Wellness Center Coordinator.

Gloria Ann Lester, EdD, MSN, CRNP

Cindy holds a Bachelor of Science, Nursing from Delaware State University, a Master of Science, Nursing and M.S. Business-Health Care Administration from Wilmington College, a Post-Masters Psychiatric Nursing CNS from the University of Delaware, and a Post Masters Family Psychiatric NP from Vanderbilt University.

She is certified as a Clinical Specialist in Adult Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, and as a Nurse Executive from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Cindy will work out of Seaford office and see children 10 and older as well as adults.

Heather Hickman, Physician Assistant

Heather holds a M.S., Health Sciences, Physician Assistant Studies from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She is a member of the Association of Family Practice Physician Assistants, (AFFPA), the American Academy of Physicians Assistants, and the Delaware Academy of Physicians Assistants.

Gloria holds a Master of Science in Human Resource Management, a Master of Science in Nursing, and a EdD in Education, Innovation, and Leadership from Wilmington College.

Gloria is a member of the following organizations: Delaware Nurses Association - Board of Directors, American Nurses Association Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses, Fellow of the American Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, National Association for Nurse Practitioners in Reproductive Health.

Nwaneka Nwokolo, DDS

Dr. Nwokolo holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology/ Allied Health, (Psy B.S.) from Howard University, and a Doctor of Dental Surgery, (D.D.S.) from the Howard University College of Dentistry. She obtained a general

practice residency certification from the U.S. Department of Veterans affairs Health Administration.

Seema Tayal, MD, MBA

Dr. Tayal holds a Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery, (M.B.B.S.) from the Government Medical College in Amritsar, Punjab, and a MBA in Health Care Management & Finance from the University of Massachusetts. Dr. Tayal completed her residency in Family Medicine at the Brooklyn Hospital Center in New York City.

She has extensive hands on experience in patient care both in an in-patient and outpatient setting, and has significant experience in implementing and managing health care quality improvement initiatives.

“We are thrilled to welcome so many talented practitioners during this exciting period of growth for LRHC,” said Brian Olson, CEO. “Their collective experience will help us to continue to build a culturally competent, patient-centered medical home to meet the health care needs of the residents and visitors of Sussex County, Delaware.”

LRHC’s mission is to be a Center of Excellence, which provides quality patient centered care to the diverse members of our community.

Nadya Julien, Certified Nurse Practitioner

Nadya earned an Associate Degree in Nursing from WorWic Community College, a Bachelor Degree of Science in Nursing from Wilmington University, and a Master Degree of Science of Nursing/ Clinical Nurse Educator from Salisbury University. She is certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner from AANP and speaks fluent Creole.

Stacey A. Kemp, RNC, WHCNP

Stacey holds a diploma as a women’s health care nurse practitioner from Emory University and a Master in Science in Nursing with a specialization in community health clinical from Wesley College. She has over twenty years of clinical experience and has been board-certified as a women’s health care nurse practitioner since

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Struggling to Lose Weight?

It’s a well-known fact that obesity and its related conditions are on the rise all over the world. In fact 1 in 3 Americans are overweight or obese.

Excess weight in adults accounts for 44% of diabetes, 23% of heart disease and between 7% and 41% of certain cancers.

Doctors and healthcare systems are urging patients to lose weight.

However, sometimes no matter how diligent you are with dieting and getting exercise, the numbers on the scale won’t budge. Don’t blame yourself with failure. Sometimes there’s a medical reason for weight gain or the inability to lose weight.

One of the factors that can prevent

you from losing weight is an imbalance of hormones. Hormones can make it difficult or impossible to lose weight. We analyze these factors and many more to assure weight loss success.

What makes Healthy Outcomes different?

We specialize in weight loss and each patient meets with Southern Delaware’s only Board Certified weight loss Physician who has a thorough understanding of the treatment of excess weight. At Healthy Outcomes we offer patients: • comprehensive weight management intervention that includes a customized diet and nutrition plan

• complete metabolic and hormonal testing • behavorial evaluation and modification therapy • physical activity and exercise programs • fat burning injections (optional) • appetite suppressants (to those who are candidates) • onsite sleep center and onsite physical therapy All this is under close medical monitoring to assure a safe and scientific approach to weight management. Our center has all the necessary tools to provide patients with a complete weight loss intervention. Through all of this our

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By Elena Sullivan

Are You Spending Too Much Time To Get The Ultimate Look Every Morning?

Do You Have Allergies To Traditional Cosmetics?

Permanent makeup or cosmetic tattoo can provide a way to simplify every day makeup routine and enhance natural beauty. Even when you don’t

use cosmetics you will be able to benefit with the procedures. The most common procedures are eyebrows that are perfectly shaped and in place all the time; eyeliners for definition of the eyes that stays morning to night smudge free; lip liner or lip color for shape enhancement and color that stays in place. Among other considerations permanent cosmetics can be beneficial for nipple areolas restoration for enhancement or following breast reconstruction after cancer.

physical limitations, professionals , moms on the go, athletic women, and the aging with short sight. The results are amazing and very natural.

When you are choosing a professional for your procedure, look for membership in the Society of Permanent Cosmetics Professionals; documents that reflects training and current O.S.H.A. Blooborne Pathogens Class Certificate, red sharp container and business license

Consider permanent cosmetics to restore color, add definition, accent features and achieve a finished appearance every time. The procedures are safely applied in the quest of beauty and are smudge free alternative to topical makeup products.

Permanent cosmetics is for people of all life styles; men and women who wish to look their best, busy people, those with allergies, those with

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for the location where work will be performed in compliance with the local laws that may be specific for licensing permitting, registration and others requirements.

Receive the care you deserve in a clinical setting, done by a certified Society of Permanent Cosmetic Professional. Call for a consultation.

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A Chiropractor’s Guide to Having a Pain Free Holiday As the holiday season quickly approaches, you may be planning a large family gathering, traveling out of town, or buying gifts for family and friends. Whatever your plans are, even if you LOVE the holidays, you’ll most likely be under stress. As a Chiropractor, I see many patients in my office during the holiday rush for problems they often times can avoid. The holiday season is full of reasons for good cheer and yet, it is prime time for Americans to suffer from back and neck pain.

Dr. Tracy Hudson Dr. Hudson is a ’95 Cape Henlopen High School graduate and continued her educational career at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington where she completed her Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education. While attending UNCW, Dr. Hudson suffered an injury playing softball and she sought treatment with a local chiropractor. After a few adjustments, Dr. Hudson was back on the field. Now being a true believer, she decided to further her education in the natural healing art. She attended Life University in Atlanta, GA for 3 years, and then transferred to Texas Chiropractic College in Houston. After graduating in 2004, she moved to Clearwater, FL, where she was in private practice for 8 years. During that time, she also became a Fellow of the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture. She has now moved back to her home town to share her love of chiropractic with our community.

The stress associated with extra obligations during the holidays can increase muscle tension, aggravating pre-existing conditions. There are also a number of common seasonal activities-such as entertaining, shopping, and wrapping giftsthat can lead directly to back and neck pain. Here are a few tips for you to have a pain free holiday:

Survival Tips for Standing in Line

The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) offers the following tips to help you avoid muscle cramps, neck stiffness and back pain while waiting in line.

First, dress the part. Wear comfortable, supportive shoes—not high heels. And leave huge shoulder bags at home; bring only those items that are necessary for your day—wallet, keys, cell phone—and consider carrying a backpack rather than a one-shoulder purse. Once you’re actually in line, there are several stretches that you can do to keep your legs from cramping and your back from aching. Start with your toes and work your way up: • Spread your toes out as wide as you can

and hold for a few seconds and then bring them back to neutral.

• Stand on one foot while you rotate the opposite ankle and then switch legs.

• To stretch your calves, lean forward on your toes keeping your legs straight.

• Bend your knees a little bit, just 5 to 10 degrees, and then straighten them.

• Tighten the muscles in your thighs and bottom and hold for 5 seconds and then release.

• Tuck your buttocks underneath while sticking your bellybutton out then switch and stick your buttocks out. This pelvic tilt can be a very small movement, but it is great for taking the pressure off your lower back.

• Roll your shoulders backwards several times and then push your shoulder blades together to stretch out your chest.

• Open your hands as wide as you can and then gently close them.

• In addition to stretching, shift your weight and alter your stance every 3 to 5 minutes to give your body a postural break.

Wrapping Gifts

Since there is no “ideal” position for wrapping gifts, the most important thing to remember is to vary your position. Always stretch before you begin to wrap your gifts.

The following tips are also helpful for pain-free wrapping: • Avoid sitting or kneeling on the same level (i.e., the floor) as you are wrapping.

This causes you to have to bend and stretch for extended periods of time causing a great deal of stress on the neck and lower back. Wrapping does require a

large amount of space so create your own wrapping station.

• Wrap on a counter top while standing or a kitchen table while sitting.

• Maintain good standing or sitting posture.

• Wear comfortable shoes and/or stand on a mat if you are on a hard surface. Do NOT do this barefoot or in slippers.

• Avoid sitting on a hard surface as it will restrict blood flow.

• Keep scissors, tape, ribbon, etc. at arm’s length. You should not have to bend or reach for these items.

At home (or visiting a friend or relative’s home)

• Sit in a firm but comfortable chair, and pay attention to posture (i.e., no leg crossing!) while entertaining friends and family or watching television. Spending hours on too-soft sofas in poor condition can cause imbalances along the spine.

• Don’t cook, clean and talk on the phone all at once-unless you are using a headset or speaker phone. Cradling the phone between your ear and shoulder can lead to muscle tension and neck pain.

Sticking to a routine of physical activity, getting adequate rest, regular Chiropractic care and eating well will also help relieve stress and tension during the holidays.

Above all, relax!

I hope you find these survival tips helpful and they allow you the most stress free, pain free, and joyous holiday season! To you and yours, cheers!

Testimonial “I have had chronic back pain for years, but was always afraid of going to a chiropractor. Then six different trusted people recommended Dr. Tracy Hudson.

When I first arrived, I shared my concerns and doubts with her. She listened and shared each step of the process with me.

I now have far better mobility and much less back pain and am a true believer in chiropractic care. It is now my pleasure to recommend friends and family to the Doctor and her wonderful Lewes practice.”

Pat C. from Longneck, DE

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Everybody’s Talking about the New CHEER Senior Activity Center opening in March

By Anthony DelFranco, CHEER, Dir. of Marketing Contributing writer Pat Villani, Staff writer, Morning Star Publications Milton, Delaware finds a way to be both idyllically nostalgic with the charm of a Norman Rockwell painting and yet modern.

Settled in 1672 at the head of the Broadkill River by English colonists, the town was named after the English poet John Milton in 1807. There are historic homes and buildings, downtown shopping area and a riverside park where concerts and festivals are held and, soon to be the home of the Milton CHEER Activity Center.

The Milton CHEER Activity Center will be Milton’s first dedicated senior center. The 6,200 square foot facility will include a banquet hall for up to 125 people, a Fit-‘N’-Fun exercise area, and meeting rooms, which will be of great importance to both CHEER members and the Milton community.

A commercial kitchen, banquet hall and meeting rooms will be available for the community during regular business hours as well as after hours or weekends.

The Center will be a hub of activity for the 50+ population in the area. Planned activities include yoga, exercise groups, card clubs, educational activities and more, as well as time to enjoy socializing with others. CHEER Nutrition program prepares mid-day meals served at the Center and meals delivered to homebound seniors who are unable to leave their homes or prepare a meal themselves.

The Center will help fulfil the Boomer’s desire to contribute to society through volunteerism, teaching and facilitating important health promoting social services.

“There are so many retirees moving to the county that CHEER’s new center in Milton is just what we need. It’s a wonderful organization that does a great job providing needed services and comradery to our older residents,” said Joan Deaver, Sussex county Councilwoman.

Bishop Grace R. Batten, President of the CHEER Board of Director and a 20 year CHEER supporter said that, “People’s lives improve when they are involved and stay active.

Belonging and staying social are ways

that older persons fight loneliness and isolation, detriments to a healthy older age. CHEER helps us stay strong, encourages sharing, and makes people feel better in so many ways.”

Bud Clark, a member of the Board and Chair of the Capital Campaign, discussed CHEER’s growth in the county and how its centers bring older persons together at all economic levels.

He noted that the activities and services “help keep people young.” Janet Short, Capital Campaign Committee and Board member added, “CHEER offers so much more than a typical senior center stereotype. Its activities and resources collectively represent a unique lifestyle for older persons who want to stay active along the aging continuum.”

Lisa Sumstine, Executive Director of the Milton Chamber of Commerce, is thrilled with the new CHEER Center opening in Milton. Ms. Sumstine was happy to note that, “This is a great opportunity for Milton to better serve our growing senior population and the community as a whole. I am looking forward to using the Centers meeting space, which will be a huge benefit to the Chamber and other area organizations

State Representative (20th District) Steve Smyk said, “CHEER has continued to have excellent and responsive leadership, and we want to provide it with all of the government support possible to keep it going and growing.”

Harvey Kenton, State Representative for the 36th District added that, “CHEER is becoming the life blood of our older community members. With all of its activities CHEER offers crucial support along with a ready-made “family” for our older residents.”

Arlene Littleton, CHEER Executive Director for the past 29 years says, “By making a commitment to provide crucial resources and activities, CHEER centers are collectively fulfilling a tremendous need that results in enhancing the quality of life of our older residents. We greatly appreciate the support of all of the individuals in business and government who help to make it all happen for CHEER and continue to add to the growth and good will of our organization.”

Donations, both large and small, have been received from supporters in the Milton, Lincoln and Ellendale communities, for which we are grateful but we still have a long way to go.

The Milton CHEER Capital Campaign is on-going. You can show your support by making your tax deductible gift to the Milton Capital Campaign, Attention Ken Moore, 546 S. Bedford Street, Georgetown, DE 19947, or go to our website www. cheerde.com to make your donation.

Look for the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of the new elegant Milton CHEER Activity Center in March 2015.

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The Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition is Taking Action in your Community BY: BETH KRALLIS, COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR In 2014, an estimated 760 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in Delaware. The Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition is helping those women who are newly diagnosed or facing a recurrence by providing care, programs, and support in your neighborhood. Our vision is to create a community where every person diagnosed with breast cancer becomes a survivor, and fear and doubt are replaced with knowledge and hope.

To help ease the anxiety for those starting out on their breast cancer journey, DBCC organizes “Beginning Your Pink Ribbon Journey” classes at Nanticoke Hospital on the third Thursday of each month. DBCC also provides support classes called “Navigating the Journey” the third Tuesday of each month at Tunnell Cancer Center. DBCC provides resources, answer questions, helps with transportation issues, and provides council.

as a patient or caregiver are invited to join the conversation at the CAMP Rehoboth Library to share experiences, ideas, and suggestions on living with cancer and life after cancer.

In addition to working with the local hospitals and community groups, DBCC operates the State of Delaware’s mobile mammography van to provide mammography screenings to women in need in the community. We organize an Annual Breast Cancer Update each April, to bring the most up-to-date information on breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, detection, and survivorship to the public for free. The 2015 update will take place at Dover Downs

on April 22. We also bring together breast cancer survivors for survivor socials and nurture with nature outings, periodically.

If you or someone you know is diagnosed with breast cancer, please contact us. Our programs, our reach, and our impact is vast. If you would like to get involved, we hope to see you at an upcoming event. Please give us a call at 302-644-6844 or learn more by visiting our website, www.debreastcancer.org. Don’t forget to like us on Facebook (/DelawareBreastCancerCoalition) and follow us on Twitter (@ DEBreastCancer) for regular updates!

In cooperation with CAMP Rehoboth, DBCC has started a new program called, “A Cancer Conversation”. The third Wednesday of each month, women who have experienced cancer

Please contact the DBCC location nearest you to find out more:

New Castle County – 302.778.1102; Kent County – 302.672-6435;

Sussex County - 302.644-6844

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Melissa Wright Left a Legacy with an Impact off until something’s broke. She also wants young teens to understand how important it is to finish your education. She put off going to a doctor because in her minimum wage jobs, she never had health insurance to cover the cost.”

Melissa’s brothers, Matt and Carl, described Melissa as quite a character. Carl said, “She was full of life, had no restraints, and was a friend to everyone.” Matt added, “She was an inspiration to others and always gave great advice, although she wouldn’t follow a dime of it for herself.”

Her mother said, “My daughter was also very protective. Although a skinny little whip, she beat up any boy who messed with her brothers. She had great humor and loved to make people laugh, even when she wasn’t Melissa Wright and her brother Matt. feeling well herself.”

Matt said, “Melissa didn’t live the perfect Melissa fiercely protected her younger life. She never finished high school and brothers, and loved her family more had some rough years. Then suddenly she left home. She got up in the middle of the than anything. night and headed to Florida without telling anyone. We didn’t understand at the time, but later realized it was the best thing she’d

By Beverly Crowl ever done.”

Carl agreed, “She had to get away from No one lives the perfect life; nor can anyone go back in time to change things. everything and try something different. It But a powerful legacy can shine brightly, helped her tremendously. She was doing so overshadowing our shortcomings, warming well and was the happiest she had been in the hearts of those we’ve left behind and years. She made new friends, found a new job, and was doing really great!” guiding others on a better path.

But Melissa’s life was to take a tragic Melissa Wright left the world too young, turn.

Long-term symptoms finally drove her at the age of 28, from Cervical Cancer. She to the doctor’s for an exam, which revealed would be the first to admit that she wished she had done things differently. However, what turned out to be Cervical Cancer.

According to the American Cancer her family and friends will forever carry her Society, 12,360 new cases of invasive exuberant love in their hearts. And her mother Cervical Cancer will be diagnosed in 2014, and brothers will do everything possible and about 4,020 women will die from to grant her wish to spread awareness of Cervical Cancer and the importance of Cervical Cancer this year. Once the most common cause of cancer death for women, education.

Her mother, Ginny Carr, said, “Melissa the rate has declined by almost 70% with wanted everyone to know how important it is increased use of the Pap test. This screening to have regular check-ups—not to put them procedure can find changes in the cervix before cancer develops. It can also find Cervical Cancer early, in its most curable stage. (http://www.cancer. org/cancer/cervicalcancer) Melissa was absolutely determined to beat the cancer. She moved home and underwent treatments. She was declared ‘in remission’ and threw a huge celebration. Then, when health problems brought her back to the clinic for exams, it became clear the cancer had returned and spread.

Throughout the remainder of her journey, Melissa’s strong character Greeting guests at “Mellie’s Legacy Banquet”: prevailed. Carl remembered, “In Carl Wright, Ginny Carr and Matthew Wright. the midst of her suffering, she always had a joke or a smile. The most important thing to her was her family.” Matt added, “She decided

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to throw a party one day, and 75 relatives their response time was awesome. But what gathered for the first time in 15 years. No one really surprised me was how they monitored else could have gotten us all together.” our entire family. I expected them just to Finally, Melissa came to the decision, “I be there for my daughter. But they would would rather live the rest of my life at home, always ask if I was okay. Had I eaten? Did I enjoying my family and friends, than to be in take a shower? As a caregiver, you do forget and out of the ER and the hospital.” about yourself. It was comforting to have Melissa’s immediate family and someone concerned about our welfare. They extended family lovingly took on the role of had so much compassion.” caregivers, but couldn’t do it alone. A call “Most important,” Ginny continued, was made to Delaware Hospice, who came “was that with Delaware Hospice’s care, we in to help manage symptoms and to support had more time to spend with Melissa. I was the caregivers. relieved of decisions. We were able to talk Matt remembered, “We got discharge about things and to say our goodbyes.” papers from Christiana Hospital, and the Carl said, “I was in the U.S. Virgin Islands same day Delaware Hospice was in our doing missions when Melissa was in the midst house, putting the bed together, teaching us of her first round of treatments. She sent me a how to work the bed, clean up, administer message and said, ‘I want you to hold events medications…everything we needed to know to raise awareness about Cervical Cancer.’” to take care of her.”

One year after Melissa lost her battle, the “We needed this,” Matt said. “Her primary family followed her wish and organized caregivers were the three of us and we never the first Cervical Cancer awareness event, had medical training. I run an entertainment “Mellie’s Legacy Banquet.” company; Carl runs a Church; and my Ginny said, “We knew beyond a shadow of Mom’s an accountant. What did we know a doubt where the benefit money should go. about IV’s, lifting her out of bed, or changing We chose Delaware Hospice in appreciation linens? Plus, our emotions were in so many for what they did for Melissa and for us.” directions that we couldn’t think straight, let alone figure out what to do. When we called Learn more about how Delaware on Delaware Hospice, they honestly relieved Hospice can help you and your family that worry that we were clueless. They either cope with serious illness by calling taught us what we needed to do, or stepped in 800-838-9800 or visiting and did it for us.” www.delawarehospice.org.

Carl agreed, “When things were overwhelming, we knew we were okay because we had Delaware Hospice.

Sometimes we had to call in the middle of the night. I remember a nurse answered the phone at 3 a.m. one morning and came out through a snowstorm to our home in the middle of farm country.

They were always there.

Even after Melissa passed, a Delaware Hospice counselor came and sat with Mom and followed up afterwards. They made It’s your life. We’ll help you live it. sure she was okay and gave her resources to She’s always been the one who could turn any day into a help.” magical adventure.

Melissa’s mother At Delaware Hospice, we’ll see her through your eyes and said, “We simply could be there with comfort and care. We’ll respond quickly when not have gotten through you need us. And through our expert pain and symptom it without Delaware management we’ll give her those days where she can still Hospice. They knew what turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. we needed, even when we didn’t. It would have Because she’s not just a patient, she’s Grandma. taken me hours to learn how to administer all the medications Melissa was For a quality of care that improves your on. They made it simple. quality of living, call us at (800) 838-9800.

When we needed help,

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Providing a Med-ucatoin

BY ERIN THOMPSON, WALGREENS COMMUNITY LEADER

hospital stays and the overall cost of healthcare, while improving the quality of life for the patient.

Members of the Sussex community who take multiple medications for various conditions are not alone. Today, millions of Americans are prescribed more than one medication at a time. Many people are under the care of more than one physician and each drug prescribed could have its own set of side effects. At times those medications could counter each other making the goal of improving health all the more difficult.

To get the most out of a comprehensive medication review, patients can bring their prescription medications with them. Walgreens patients can even print their prescription history before their consultation with the pharmacist.

Improving medication adherence has long been a priority at Walgreens.

The drugstore is taking steps to improve medication adherence which negatively affects patient outcomes and costs the health care industry more than $280 billion annually.

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Patients will leave the review with a personalized medication record, a comprehensive report tracking the mediations taken, to share with the patient’s doctors. Patients also receive a medical action plan to review Several patients have found a consistent factor in their medical with doctor which summarizes any issues about medications discussed regiment. A last line of defense to ensure all the medications prescribed with pharmacists. are doing more good than harm. They are the community pharmacists. “I became a pharmacist to help people,” Dattoli said. “Providing counsel to patients is a key to help them get and stay well.”

Found on street corners across the county, the pharmacies like Walgreens play an important role in health care. The role of community pharmacy continues to advance with pharmacists providing more services such as immunizations and health screening. But the basic role of pharmacy remains consistent.

“As a pharmacist my goal is to educate my patients, by counseling them to be sure they understand what they are taking and why they are taking it,” said Elizabeth Dattoli, Walgreens pharmacist in Bethany Beach, DE. TODAY!

Dattoli often sits with patients and reviews the medications they are taking to better understand why they are taking them. A comprehensive medication review is covered under most insurance plans including Medicare Part D and how to recognize possible side effects/drug interactions.

“Lots of times patients stop taking a medication because they do not remember what it is for,” Dattoli said. “By understanding the medications people take, the more adherent to the medication they tend to be.”

A 2012 Walgreens study found that pharmacist-led counseling programs for patients receiving certain diabetes medications improved medication adherence by 24 percent.

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Comprehensive benefits for diabetics, including insulin, glucose monitors, test strips and supplies

Increasing medication adherence may reduce doctor visits, ER trips,

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Health & Medicine Life Coaching - A Partnership Between Coach and Client

CLAUDIA ALESI, CPC, HTPA Certified Life Coach Healing Touch Practitioner Apprentice Reiki Master/Instructor

You’ve probably heard of therapy, consulting, mentoring, or counseling; but have you heard of coaching?

Coaching (often referred to as Life Coaching) is profoundly different than any of the aforementioned modalities in that it doesn’t dwell in the past, focus on hypothetical situations, or entail listening to what you “should” do.

Rather, life coaching is a partnership between a coach and client that addresses specific personal projects, transitions in your life, or aspects involved in your personal or professional existence by examining what is currently happening, identifying potential obstacles or challenges, and choosing the course of action to make your life what you want it to be. Essentially, you have all of the answers deep inside of you—a coach is there to help you discover them on your own!

Before going into greater detail on the aspects of coaching, here are a few areas of coaching that you may consider: • Stress Management and Balance • Spirituality and Personal Growth • Relationships and Intimacy • Entrepreneurial and Small Business Development • Career Planning and Development • Motivation and Time Management • Creativity for Artists, Writers, Musicians and Performers • Finances and Budgeting • Health, Aging, Lifestyle, and Self-Care • Family and Parenting • And much more

Once you’ve acknowledge that you need help in any facet of your life, you’ve already taken the first step towards improvement. The next step is understanding the coaching process so that you can get the most out of their services. Typically, a life coaching partnership goes through a similar set of stages: 1) An initial consultation.

This meeting helps to determine whether or not you and the coach are a good fit for one another. Much like other professionals, coaches generally have a specialty. If your major concerns in life don’t fully align with the coach’s specialty, it’s up to their discretion to decide if they best suit your needs.

On the other hand, if you don’t feel comfortable with the coach, you can also decide whether or not to move to someone else.

2) Assessment.

The assessment usually takes place during the initial consultation or during your first session. This assessment is the time where you and the coach discuss and determine what the most pressing concerns are in your life. These can range from relationships, your career, your self-image, stress management, and so on. It’s important to note that your discussions with a coach are confidential.

3) Forming an Action Plan.

It’s said that the difference between a dream and a goal is a timeline. Well, this is the point when you work with your coach to determine an appropriate timeframe in which you’d like to achieve your goal and the steps needed to get there.

4) Accountability.

Often, the most difficult part in reaching any goal is actually following through with your decision. This may be the most advantageous benefit in working with a coach—he/she is there as your accountability partner. For instance, if your goal is to become educated in finance and one of the steps is to read a chapter each day in a finance book, you are more likely to do so knowing you have to explain to someone why you didn’t read. This accountability

is established with follow-up sessions ranging from 30 to 60 minutes and take place weekly, every other week, or even monthly—it all depends on your coaching and schedule preferences.

5) Reassessment.

This step can occur at various times throughout your coaching relationship.

Generally, this occurs when you reach a goal and are now anxious to move on towards conquering another aspiration.

You and your coach will either look at the next item on your assessment, or, decide that a few aspects in your life have changed that you’d rather focus on. Alternatively, you may be in a follow-up sessions and decide that what you are currently working on is no longer a priority in your life. Your coach is there to help you shift gears and help determine what it is that you are truly after. This is why reassessments will be reoccurring throughout your coaching relationship—after all, the last thing a coach wants is to learn that he or she isn’t helping a client progress and achieve his/her goals!

Every coach has their own approach and coaching style; therefore, your own experience and sessions may vary.

This is why the initial consultation is so important for the both of you.

Despite your coach, however, there is something you should always expect: results. Coaching is an industry that has been exploding in recent years because those that hire a coach are seeing the benefits. These benefits include reduced stress and improved stress management skills, greater selfconfidence, a feeling of balance and harmony in your life, increased levels of happiness, clarity on what you want and how to get it, discovering new opportunities and options in your life, increased motivation, and so on. The benefits are practically endless!

To find out more on how you can benefit from life coaching, you may contact Claudia Alesi at (302) 227-6260 or Stephen Alesi at (302) 236-1821.

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BeBalanced LAUNCES FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITIES FOR HORMONE WEIGHT LOSS CENTERS For the first time, franchise opportunities are now being offered to address one of the biggest issues that American women face; stubborn weight gain and PMS/Menopausal symptoms. This is a silent epidemic, affecting more than 45 million American women.

Infinity Health Advisors has decided to expand beyond its home base in central PA, and offer franchises in the rapidly growing business of its BeBalanced Hormone Weight Loss Centers.

Since its launch in 2008, the flagship center has attracted widespread attention, and market demand is rapidly growing.

Expansion potential for this category is well documented with the weight loss market reporting $61 billion in revenue in 2013 and the hormone therapy market projected to reach $3.6 billion in revenue by 2017.

This epidemic amongst women over 35 is not being addressed by the medical or fitness community, so there is high demand for a solution. The high demand, profitable business model, low cost of entry, aging population, and incredible referral volume make this franchise a lucrative opportunity.

BeBalanced Hormone Weight Loss Centers is home to the Becoming Balanced Hormonal Metabolic Correction program, which addresses the root cause of common PMS/menopausal symptoms, such as stubborn weight gain, as well as mood and sleep issues. Rather than rely on drugs and synthetic hormones to mask symptoms, or calorie-counting diets that can be ineffective for these women, the Center offers a patent-pending, allnatural protocol that is non-medical. This protocol corrects the core cause of these and related problems, which is two specific hormone imbalances, and addressing the stress factor.

The Becoming Balanced HMC program was initially introduced by Dawn Cutillo, natural hormone expert and author of “The Hormone Shift”.

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It is also endorsed by board certified medical and homeopathic professionals.

Dawn explains why this program has become so popular. “We see many women frustrated by not getting results from traditional calorie-counting weight loss programs. These women feel like no one understands their natural inability to lose weight. I have been there and understand, which is why I went to the root cause of the problem, to create a solution. In just a few short years, it has dramatically changed the lives of thousands of women struggling with stubborn weight and other PMS/menopausal issues, myself included.”

Demand for “natural hormone balancing” is evidenced by the thousands of women who have benefitted from the protocol at the flagship center. “Women consistently lose 20 pounds a month on average, and enjoy improved sleep, mood, energy, and mental clarity,” says Dawn.

“Once hormones are balanced and PMS/menopause symptoms are alleviated, women feel better, and are more motivated to stick with an ongoing healthy lifestyle. It’s that easy, and the dramatic results speak for themselves.”

Franchises are now available in exclusive territories for a total estimated investment ranging between $87,000 and $141,000, which includes the $39,000 franchise fee. Franchisees receive the right to use the “BeBalanced” and “Becoming Balanced” trademarks and proven successful operating methods, enrollment in the training program, access to the proprietary products and protocol of the patent-pending Becoming Balanced program, support from center founder Dawn Cutillo and other staff, and ongoing training/sales/ marketing support.

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What Is Acupuncture?

MICHAEL MOORE, ACUPUNCTURIST

which can make disease symptoms better. Acupuncture is treating the whole person to a deeper level so that not only do the symptoms go away but also the subtle causes of theses symptoms.

Most patients who have acupuncture treatments steadily get better with no What is acupuncture? ill side effects. Acupuncture is also Chinese Acupuncture is 4,000 – a great treatment for people with 5,000 years old. It is the insertion negative emotions, problems with of needles just under the skin. The anger and grief. There are certain needles are only as thick as three or treatments for many emotional states four pieces of hair. Most people find including fears and phobias. Many acupuncture to be very relaxing and people claim that their stress level that it does not hurt. It can remove drops and they sleep better after only negative emotions, addictions, stress, a few treatments. body soreness or pain, and almost any disorder or problem that upsets How does it work? the vitality in the body.

Let’s use an example to explain the process. A person with Asthma What is the process for may experience shortness of breath, acupuncture? lung mucus, inability to breathe When you come in for your first and chest tightness. They may take treatment, you will have to fill out Western medicine and get better. several health forms. Michael will Acupuncture does not interfere with then go over them with you so he medicines. However, the patient will know what to treat you for. has a sense that something is wrong He will most likely be treating you with their lungs and that their lungs for several ailments at a time. You are weak. To an acupuncturist each will be given a gown to put on and organ has a unique pulse found on the treatment will start on the back the wrist, usually with Asthma the of your body. The needles will be lung pulse is quite weak. Treatment inserted into various acupuncture will involve acupuncture points, points, which are helpful to your which open the lungs and strengthen specific needs. You will then relax the life force of the lungs. This for about twenty minutes while process should be done weekly enjoying soothing music. The until the lung pulse again becomes process will then be repeated on the strong. After the lungs strengthen front of your body. the patient will only need occasional maintenance treatments.

What can it help?

Acupuncture can be a very helpful treatment for many health conditions including allergies, pain, disease, arthritis, and addictions, just to name a few.

Most illnesses do have symptomatic treatments or recipes of points,

on the body or acupuncture points are used to help curb food cravings.

Acupuncture is also very healing for all conditions of the stomach and digestive track. There are also points that provide a bit of improvement in mood and well being that would be good for people struggling with weight issues, or who eat to make themselves feel better. Acupuncture can help with bloating, binge eating, cravings, digestive problems, emotional problems, and that “too full feeling” we sometimes get after eating.

Our bodies are like an orchestra;

* Arthritis * Addictions * Body pain * Allergies * Sinus * Weight loss * Pregnancy * Quit smoking * Sleep disorders * Colds, Flu * Disease * Asthma, lungs * Headaches * Energy * Digestive problems * High blood pressure

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Weight Loss and Acupuncture

Acupuncture uses tiny needles to stimulate the flow of Chi or vital energy. Sometimes the body holds in too much heat, which can slow down our metabolism. Acupuncture can help release that heat, helping our bodies to function healthier and shed unwanted pounds. Special spots

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if one instrument is out of tune it

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experience a new and better way of achieving health and wellness.

Michael Moore, Acupuncturist, is a graduate of St. John’s College and the Traditional Acupuncture Institute in Columbia, MD. He has studied yoga, anatomy, physiology, as well as Eastern and Western approaches to philosophy, psychology and medicine. Other topics studied integral to his practice is Western medicine, homeopathy, East Indian Herbalism, and Western research methodology and biofeedback. Michael successfully combines Five Element acupuncture, which treats the whole person - body, mind, emotions, and spirit with Eight Principle Acupuncture.

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Health & Medicine What Causes Unusual Swelling In The Body Following Breast Or Ovarian Cancer?

By Joanna Mikhail, DPT, ATC, CLT, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Lymphedema Therapist Lymphedema is the accumulation of lymph, the protein rich fluid, in the tissue of body parts, often extremities, due to damage to the lymphatic system that results in unusual swelling of the body.

As the lymphatic fluid can no longer travel freely through the lymph system, this causes swelling of the affected limb or limbs, hardening of the skin, and eventually seepage and infection. There are a number of causes of lymphedema, but one primary cause is cancer – both the disease and the treatment for the disease.

Cancerous tumors can begin in the lymph system or metastasize to the lymph nodes.

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treatments, lymphatic fluid becomes stagnant in affected body parts, resulting in lymphedema. In women, two common cancers that may result in lymphedema are breast cancer and ovarian cancer.

Breast cancer can affect the lymph nodes in the armpit, resulting in swelling on the affected side of the body in the upper extremities, chest, side, or back.

Similarly, ovarian cancer can impact the lymph nodes in the groin and a common result is swelling in the lower extremities, genitals, buttocks, abdomen, side, or back.

While lymphedema does not occur in every instance of these cancers, approximately 20% of individuals whose lymph nodes are impacted will develop this condition.

However, there are a number of steps that patients can take to reduce the likelihood of developing lymphedema or to limit the progression of the condition.

At the Lymphedema Clinics of America, we can help patients learn lifestyle habits that will mitigate their chances of developing lymphedema as well as keep early lymphedema from developing beyond the initial stages. We will provide you with the Lymphedema Risk Reduction Practices provided by the National Lymphedema Network and help you determine how to best apply this information to your particular situation.

We will also provide therapeutic treatments to address any early symptoms that may be present and thereby, reduce

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the likelihood of further development.

Since lymphedema sometimes occurs months or even years after your initial disease, we will educate you regarding what symptoms to watch for and to continue to monitor you for early signs and symptoms of the condition.

We encourage anyone who has or has had cancer that has impacted the lymph nodes to schedule a consultation with one of our therapists and to begin a program that will help reduce the impact of lymphedema as you move forward.

My experience at Lymphedema Clinics of America has been absolutely wonderful.

From the moment I walked in the door, I was greeted with a beautiful smile and warm reception. My initial consultation gave me the hope I’ve been longing for.

For several years I have lived in pain, taken medications that did nothing for my lymphedema, and was told there was nothing more that could be done for the chronic swelling in my legs and ankles. I couldn’t believe the results after my first treatment. I was excited, encouraged and hopeful. There are no words to express how grateful I am to the staff at Lymphedema Clinics of America. Star, Joanna and Laurie are the most, encouraging, compassionate, and knowledgeable team I have ever met. I am feeling better mentally, physically and looking forward to the continued success with my program. Having Lymphedema has been painful, stressful, and has impacted my life in a negative way. Lymphedema clinic of America has changed all of that for me! ~ Shonda L. Johnson, New Castle, DE

Our mission… is to enrich the lives of our patients by treating and restoring hope for those living with lymphedema.

We strive to improve the lives of people we touch by understanding their condition. Our goal is to collaborate with others in the community to improve the support and awareness of lymphedema. We are dedicated to providing excellent care in a calm, relaxing environment that meets or exceeds the expectations of those we serve.

LCOA is currently offering educational meetings within the medical community as they campaign for better awareness for lymphedema. Any physician office, cancer society, hospital or individuals who would like to learn more about what LCOA has to offer, can call the clinic and schedule an appointment for LCOA to come and speak about lymphedema.

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The Need For Blood Doesn’t Take a Break For The Holidays Jonathan of Elkton, MD has been a regular platelet donor for several years.

It is something he has always believed is the right thing to do. In October 2011, the need for donors like himself truly hit home.

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Jonathan’s four-year-old son Gage was diagnosed with portal hypertension, a serious and potentially fatal condition caused by impaired blood flow to his liver. He ended up needing regular platelet transfusions prior to diagnostic and reparative procedures since his platelet counts were dangerously low and left him at risk for uncontrolled bleeding.

“It was shocking that my own son would be a patient in need of platelets. You never think that your own child will need any type of transfusion,” says Jonathan.

“It really made me think about the other children and adults who are able to live

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because of dedicated donors who give of themselves every day. You just never know when it is going to affect your life so deeply.”

During the holiday season, blood and platelet donations typically slow down because people are focused on their busy schedules of shopping, get-togethers, family functions and good times. The need for blood, however, never takes a holiday break. As individuals consider charitable giving this holiday season—and yearround—Blood Bank of Delmarva hopes that they consider giving one of the most personal and impactful gifts: the gift of life to people right here in our own community.

Platelets are needed for local patients battling various conditions including cancer or who are undergoing surgery.

The automated process for giving platelets takes a couple of hours. The machine separates the blood into platelets and red blood cells, keeps the platelets and returns the red blood cells to the donor. Platelets only have a shelf life of five days, two of which are spent in testing, so the demand for the product is always high.

Giving whole blood takes about an hour from start to finish including the review of materials, interview process, blood collection and time for cookies and juice in the canteen. One pint of blood can be used to help up to three people having surgery, battling serious illness or being treated for trauma.

In addition to whole blood, donors who meet the requirements can be twice as

nice and save twice the lives by being a double red cell donor. The automated process takes a bit longer and donors give two pints of red cells instead of one.

During the automated process, the double red cell donor receives their platelets and a saline solution so there is no loss of fluid volume. To be a double red cell donor, men must be at least 5’3” and 130 pounds and women at least 5’5” and 150 pounds.

“No matter what type of product someone is able to donate, they are saving lives and being a hero to someone right in our own community,” said Michael Waite, Director Marketing and Community Relations for BBD. “It is truly a special gift—the gift of life that makes all the difference.”

Blood Bank of Delmarva services the Delmarva region with five permanent locations and more than 30 mobile sites— making it as convenient as possible for people to give the gift of life.

After the holiday help

If you just aren’t able to get into a center or to a mobile drive before the holidays, there’s still time to help. The OC Cares Blood Drive will be held at the Ocean City Convention Center on Wednesday, Jan. 21 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

To become a lifesaving blood donor at Blood Bank of Delmarva, schedule an appointment at www.DelmarvaBlood. org or call 1 888 8-BLOOD-8. There is now an app too. It can be downloaded on iPhones and Androids to make it easier for mobile users to schedule appointments.

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“BROKEN HEART SYNDROME”

By R. Alberto Rosa, M.D., FACC

Dr. Ramon Alberto Rosa is a graduate of the University of Santo Domingo in his native Dominican Republic. He completed his post-graduate medical education at the University of Pennsylvania Graduate Hospital in Philadelphia with a residency in internal medicine (1991-1994), Chief Medical Resident (1994-1995), and cardiology fellowship (1995-1998).

Dr. Rosa has practiced cardiology in Sussex County since July 1998. He has served as Medical Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory and as Chief of the Department of Cardiology at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes, DE. Dr. Rosa is trained in non-invasive cardiology, Nuclear Transesopageal Echocardiograms, as well as invasive diagnostic procedures and pacemaker implantations. Dr. Rosa is board certified by the American Boards of Internal Medicine and Cardiology. He is also a Certified Aviation Medical Examiner and is Board Certified in Nuclear Medicine.

Is a “broken heart” a true medical condition or is it just a figure of speech to describe someone’s emotional state after some great personal loss or stressful situation? It may come as a surprise to many people but the answer is both.

This condition is also known as “stressinduced cardiomyopathy”, a rapid and severe heart muscle weakness, typically as a consequence of sudden emotional or physical stress: unexpected illness, injury or loss of a loved one. It can also be from a severe medical condition, surgery, an accident, intense fear, domestic violence, severe pain, financial loss, even public speaking or a surprise party.

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The exact cause is unknown, but it is clear that most of the affected individuals are postmenopausal women between the ages of 58 and 75 years, in about 90 percent of cases. The symptoms are very similar to those of a heart attack, with chest pain or pressure and shortness of breath being the most frequent ones. It is not completely understood why this condition affects mainly women, but most investigators believe that after menopause the decline in estrogen levels renders patients more susceptible.

It was first observed in Japanese women in the early 1990’s and the name of takotsubo cardiomyopathy was used originally. This name describes the characteristic appearance of the left ventricle (heart’s main pumping chamber) as seen in cardiac studies that resembles the traditional Japanese octopus trap. There is ample evidence to suggest that the massive release of certain hormones in the bloodstream, such as adrenaline and noradrenaline, as a natural response to stress, under certain conditions causes the heart muscle cells to stop working properly, especially in the lower part and the “tip” of the left ventricle.

patients, the coronary vessels are open and the blood flow is usually normal.

It is the “stunning” of the heart muscle cells by adrenaline and other hormones that creates the muscle weakness and this process is, for the most part reversible.

Another interesting finding in this broken heart syndrome is that it does not tend to recur in the same patient. In other words, once somebody experiences this syndrome, even if other stressful events come along in their lives, the same phenomenon doesn’t tend to happen again. Learning to cope better with life stresses can prevent it in the first place.

The management of this medical condition is similar to the treatment of congestive heart failure with medications

such as diuretics, beta-blockers and ace-inhibitors as well as aspirin and in some cases blood thinners on a temporary basis.

So yes, it is quite possible to have a “broken heart” literally, as a true medical illness that is brought about by a heightened physiological response to stress, especially in women. The good news is that in almost every case it is a temporary condition and full recovery is the expected outcome. There is no way to differentiate this situation from a heart attack, before hand. Therefore, it is very important to seek immediate medical attention for symptoms of sudden chest pain or pressure and shortness of breath. It might be the case that your heart doctor could tell you, in the end: “Just a broken heart, already on the mend”.

Stress-induced cardiomyopathy can be serious medical condition because it involves the sudden onset of congestive heart failure due to the heart muscle weakness, low blood pressure and potential shock or life threatening heart rhythm problems; it is, however, rarely a fatal illness. Furthermore, it is almost always reversible with most patients recovering completely within 2 to 4 weeks.

The main differences between a heart attack and “broken heart syndrome” is that heart attacks occur as a consequence of blockages or blood clots in the coronary vessels (heart vessels that supply blood flow and oxygen/ nutrients) to the heart muscle cells that cause those cells to die or to suffer permanent damage. In the stress cardiomyopathy

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People in Profile Dr. Tracy Hudson

Casey Bradham

Director of Sales DelmarvaVoip

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Casey helped create the sales Division and is responsible for Business Development for DelmarvaVoip and SecureNetMD as well as Account Management and Strategic Planning for company growth.

of Henlopen Chiropractic and Acupuncture in Lewes.

Dr. Hudson is a Rehoboth Beach native and graduate of Cape Henlopen High School in 1995. She received

She has a Bachelors of Science Degree in Medical Technology from Salisbury University, Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology from Delaware Technical & Community College in Georgetown.

her BA in Phys Ed from University of North Carolina at Wilmington and her Doctor of Chiropractic from Texas Chiropractic College, outside of Houston. Dr. Hudson practiced for 8 years in Clearwater, FL before

She loves spending time with family, friends, and her two Cairn Terriers; Knox and Una. Casey enjoys traveling, in the states and abroad and can often be found at a pool or the beach. She loves creating sweet treats and hosting parties.

relocating back to her beloved hometown. Her roots go deep in this community, as even her parents are Rehoboth High School graduates! Dr. Hudson practices gentle, safe, and effective chiropractic

She is active in many of the Chambers of Commerce in the area as well as Young Professionals groups, and is often seen participating in local charity and fundraising events.

care, as well as acupuncture. She can be reached at drtracyhudson@gmail.com.

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Amber B. Woodland, Esquire

Michele Procino-Wells is a member of the bars of the Supreme Court of the State of Delaware, the United States District Court for the District of Delaware and the United States Tax Court. She is also accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to prepare, present and prosecute claims for veterans before the VA. Michele has been practicing law since 1995.

Michele is a graduate of Laurel High School (1987), Laurel, Delaware; Penn State University (B.A., Communications, 1991), State College, Pennsylvania; Widener University School of Law (J.D., Cum Laude, 1995), Wilmington, Delaware; and Villanova University School of Law (LL.M., Taxation, 1998), Villanova, Pennsylvania.

Amber B. Woodland is a member of the bar of the Supreme Court of the State of Delaware. She is also accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to prepare, present and prosecute claims for veterans before the VA. Amber is a graduate of Seaford Senior High School (2004), Seaford, Delaware; Flagler College (Bachelor of Arts Degree, Psychology, Cum Laude, 2007), Saint Augustine, Florida; and Regent University School of Law (J.D., 2010), Virginia Beach, Virginia. Amber also studied Spanish in 2006 at Intercultura Language School and Cultural Center in Heredia, Costa Rica.

Amber began working at Procino Wells, LLC in the summer of 2006. She continued to work part-time for the firm throughout law school and joined the firm as an associate attorney in 2010. On January 1, 2014, she became a partner and the firm is now known as Procino-Wells & Woodland, LLC.

Michele started her practice at Schmittinger & Rodriguez in Dover in 1995. In 1998, she joined George B. Smith, Attorneys at Law in Georgetown, which later - after she became a partner in 2000 - became known as Smith, O’Donnell, Procino & Berl, LLP. In March 2005, Michele opened her own office in Seaford, now known as Procino Wells & Woodland, LLC.

Amber’s practice is focused in elder law including asset protection planning for long term care (Medicaid and VA), wills, trusts, estates, powers of attorney, health care directives and guardianships. She also practices real estate law including residential and commercial purchase and refinance transactions.

Michele focuses her practice in elder law including asset protection planning for long term care (Medicaid and VA), wills, trusts, estates, powers of attorney, health care directives and guardianships. She also practices real estate law including residential and commercial purchase and refinance transactions.

Amber is the current treasurer of Soroptimist International of Seaford, DE, Inc.’s related foundation, the Curiosity Service Foundation, and a member of the Board of Directors for the Southern Delaware Estate Planning Council. She is also a member of ElderCounsel; the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys; the National Care Planning Council; the Elder Law Section of the Delaware State Bar Association; and the Nanticoke Rotary Club.

Michele is a past President of Soroptimist International of Seaford, DE, Inc., and is the current President of Soroptimist’s related foundation, the Curiosity Service Foundation, Inc. Michele is a member of the Board of Directors of Nanticoke Health Services, Inc. and serves as the chairperson of the Nanticoke Health Services Foundation. She is a member of ElderCounsel, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the National Care Planning Council, the Southern Delaware Estate Planning Council, and the Elder Law Section of the Delaware State Bar Association.

In law school, Amber served as the Chairperson for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. She also received recognition in an article titled “Healing Healthcare Through Tax Reform,” Regent Journal of Law & Public Policy, Volume 2, Number 1, Spring 2010, 63, for her editing and research assistance. In addition, Amber served as a legal intern for a law office in Newport News, Virginia, where she primarily concentrated in the areas of estate and tax planning.

In law school, Michele was the recipient of a Certificate of Achievement, Federal Income Tax, Widener University School of Law. She was a member of honor societies, Phi Kappa Phi and Phi Delta Phi. She was also a member of The Widener Law Symposium Journal, 1994-1995 and the author of: Note, “The Death of Health Care Reform In 1994: Another Example of Congress’ Inability to Enact Major Reform,” 1 The Widener Law Symposium Journal, 547, 1996.

Michele resides in Seaford with her husband, John Wells, and their four sons, Chase, Josh, Will and Jack. Most of Michele’s free time is spent cheering for her boys’ baseball, lacrosse, football and swim teams. Otherwise, she loves to be with her family and travel.

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Amber currently resides in Seaford with her husband, Justin Woodland, and daughter, Layla Brooke. Most of Amber’s spare time is spent with family and friends, volunteering, or traveling.

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People in Profile Angela Caswell-Monack, D.O.

Tabitha Perry, M.D.

Dr. Angela Caswell-Monack is a 33 year old obstetrician-gynecologist who recently moved back to her hometown of Lewes, Delaware to be close to family and friends. She joined the private practice of Bayside Health Association in Lewes and Georgetown, Delaware, where she enjoys working with Drs. Killeen, Berlin, Eschbach and Perry. She has privileges at Beebe Healthcare.

Growing up in a military family, Dr Perry was able to travel and experience various places within the United States and abroad. An Ohio born woman, growing up she experienced the beauty and gracefulness of Japan, the sun and sand of Florida, and the rustic strength of many other wonderful places. Her travels continued throughout her educational endeavors while attempting and succeeding in reaching her educational and professional goals. She progressed through undergraduate, medical school, and residency training in New Orleans, New York, and Pittsburgh, with each location adding its own uniqueness to her life. Lifelong travel has allowed her the chance to experience a vast array of cultures and people, which has helped create the well-rounded character that she is proud to possess. Likewise, growing up in a military family has given her great respect for the United States, and the strength that its people contain within.

Dr. Caswell-Monack completed her OBGYN residency at Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown, PA and went to medical school at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, FL. Her undergraduate degrees in Biology and in Women’s Studies are from the University of Delaware.

Similarly, Dr Perry owes a lot strength to the ability to maintain a balance in life. Not only is healthcare a constant player in her life, but outside interests in the arts, literature, and culinary world are players as well. From creativity springs beauty, and this can be seen from self made art hanging in her home, to tasty baked treats fresh from the oven.

She loves her job and prides herself in providing thoughtful, respectful care to her patients.

She credits her success to her parents, Harry and Lynne Caswell, who own a local plumbing business. Her twin sister, Annie Caswell, a nurse practitioner at La Red in Georgetown, DE, helps her remember the golden rule of medicine: treat your patients as you would like to be treated.

Deciding on Obstetrics and Gynecology as a profession came with ease, and was a natural choice for a physician passionate about women’s care. Considering the Delmarva Peninsula a home away from home, Dr Perry again made a natural choice, and is an eager member of the Lewes-Rehoboth community. Experiencing and becoming well versed in current teachings and aspects of medicine have always been in her pursuit, and she will undoubtedly add to that vast bank of knowledge as a member of Bayside Health Association and the Beebe HealthCare staff.

Dr. Caswell-Monack is a feminist and you may notice that her progressive physician husband, Brian, also changed his last name to Caswell-Monack when they got married after college. Dr. Brian Caswell-Monack is a family practitioner with Mid-Atlantic Family Practice in Millsboro, DE. Together, they love spending time with their toddler Ethan and the rest of their nearby family and friends. On the beach or outside is where you will find them any time of the year.

Dr Perry shares an interest in minimally invasive gynecological surgery, much like her partners at Bayside Health Association. In addition, she strives to give every woman the opportunity to receive and actively participate in their obstetrical and gynecological care. Practicing both Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr Perry is willing and eager to serve the Delmarva Peninsula, and is accepting new patients.

Elena Sullivan

Mike Baker Mike Baker is the founder of C.M.Baker Photography with over 25 years experience.

His photography ventures have been quite diverse.

Throughout the year you may find him shooting a wedding, a Quinceañera, in the pits of a NASCAR race at Dover Downs and now at front stage at the Firefly Festival or flying over doing aerials. Giving back to the community has always been an important part of it all. Mike was awarded “Volunteer of the Year” from CDCC (Central De Chamber of Comm.) in 2005, ”Volunteer of the Year” from Kent County Tourism 2010,”Chairman’s Outstanding Partnership Award from CDCC in 2010 along with “Business Person of the Year” from CDCC in 2008. Since 1997, Mike has been the “official” photographer for the KC Heart Ball and for the “Go Red” in Kent County since it’s onset. Some of the past and present organizations have been: MD Kidney Foundation, De Breast Cancer Coalition, Various De Fire Companies, Bayhealth Foundation, Beebe Hospital, Dover Air Force Base, Autism DE, Relay for Life, MS Bike to the Bay and the Amish Bike Tour , to name a few.

Elena lived in Kent Island, Maryland, since 2003, where she has been working as a cosmetologist, make up artist, and in permanent cosmetics. During all these years she realized the importance of being well informed and certified and began to take seminars for that matter in permanent cosmetics. So she travelled extensively to complete seminars across the country and in Canada.

In 2010, she moved to Georgetown, Delaware and found that she could serve this wonderful community that has welcomed her as one of their own.

• Completed Cosmetology School in 1996.

• Completed Permanent Cosmetics Training in 1998.

• SPCP (Society of Permanent Cosmetics Professionals) membership since 2005 • Bloodborne Pathogens and Principles of Infection Control for the Modification Industry 2007-2008-2009-2010-2011-2012 and current until 2013 • Certified in the American Cancer Society “Look Good…..Feel Better” program in Gambrills, Maryland and volunteer at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, Maryland, since 2007 • CPCP (Certifi ed Permanent Cosmetics Professional) in 2009 • Licensed Senior Cosmetologist in Maryland • Licensed Cosmetologist in Delaware 2012 Georgetown Chamber of Commerce Membership

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In the mid-90s decks started to become a desirable lifestyle upgrade as many homeowners began to have them built.

Today, decks, concrete or hardscape patios have become a “standard feature” on the many homes being built. Although a deck, or patio, is a great place to relax in the gentle weather of spring and fall, unfortunately in summer, unless you’re sunbathing, most folks find that the deck is just too darn hot to endure. The result is that an investment of several thousand dollars may only pay off for a few short months each year.

Many homeowners have sought to solve the problem with an umbrella, portable tent, or may even decide to build a roof or a complete enclosure over the deck or patio. Umbrellas let the sun chase you around and then blow away before you can fold them down. Stationary roofs are costly, block your view and darken the indoors permanently.

There is a more useful and practical solution – the motorized retractable lateral arm awning, which has been used in Europe for decades due to their much greater cost of air conditioning. An affordable alternative, retractable awnings are there when you need shade and gone when you want sunlight and winter solar gain.

In recent years these gorgeous motorized awnings have become popular here in the US and domestic fabricators now assemble the best awnings from European components. The retractable awning industry is growing tremendously each year and now offerings include retractable fabric window or porch droparm awnings, vertical or horizontal solar shades, and retractable canopy structures.

When selecting an awning in this coastal area, you should be aware that unpredictable high winds and storms, as well as the deteriorating effect of salt air are factors to keep in mind. While automatic wind sensor control systems are available, the best protection for your investment is to remember to use it sensibly. If you are

comfortable under the awning, then it will usually be alright, as they are rated for up to 20 mph winds and light rain usage. The last one to leave the house simply taps the remote to the retract position and the awning will safely roll in to the house wall and stop. What could be simpler?

As the authorized local distributor for the award winning 68 year old Pennsylvania company, Craftbilt Manufacturing, Patio Systems offers a helpful consultation to decide which model, mounting method, dimensions, style, and fabric selections are best for your needs. At our showroom in Lewes, you can test working models in four styles of patio awnings or look at other types of shade products for all applications.

installed, at competitive prices. We offer free in-home estimates are without obligation or high pressure tactics.

Everyday, more and more folks like you are choosing our awnings and factory made sunrooms for their leisure-time enjoyment.

As a remodeling specialist for 35 years, Ron Simmons’ goal is to offer only top quality products that can be quickly

To schedule a meeting please call at Patio Systems, Inc. in Lewes at 302-644-6540.

Testimonials “A wonderful experience from the sales call to the installation. Thank you Ron and staff for a ‘five star’ experience!!”

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President & Founder Patio systems, Inc. was founded in 2001 by Ron Simmons and is based in Lewes, Delaware. Ron has had an extensive background in all phases of home improvements for over 35years. Ron’s sunroom experience dates back to 1981 when he began to sell and install custom modular sunrooms. Ron has seen the enclosure industry evolve and improve over time to offer the quality products now available.

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Ron Simmons’ expertise in design, estimating, and construction management permit turn- key personalized service to homeowners in the local communities. All sales calls are handled by Ron, or his sales representative. Ron handles all of the measuring, ordering and managing of your project.

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Home & Garden Comfortably enjoy the outdoors – Enclose your screen porch!

It’s getting cooler now and you you can enjoy your back yard and may be battening down the your view. Today’s enclosure systems can be more sophisticated in terms hatches of your screen porch.

Homeowners are familiar with the popular sunroom additions on the market today, and those who have purchased one enjoy the extra living space available for family gatherings or evening relaxation as well as high return on investment value. However did you know that your existing screen porch can be enclosed as well?

Many of today’s homes have decks or are now often being built with screen porches as a standard feature. Exposed to the elements, decks and patios are often simply too hot or too cold to use much of the year. Screen porches offer shade and some bug protection, but summer heat, dirt, rain, and winter cold with snow and ice again restrict comfortable usage to a short while out of the year.

Studies and testimonials indicate that a sunroom addition, or conversion of an existing porch, is very likely to become the most enjoyed and well used room in the house. They offer protection from bugs, dirt, pollen and bad weather while preserving the breezy outdoor feel of a deck or patio.

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of thermal efficiency and ultraviolet protection.

The building industry is strongly committed toward pre-fabricated, panelized, or modular enclosure systems. This is due to the many advantages of making the product indoors in a controlled environment, to close tolerances, using modern equipment and techniques. The jobsite work is greatly reduced for a quick installation to eliminate the stress and mess of a stick framed construction project at your home. They are built in days rather than months.

While all factory made sunroom additions offer a degree of standardized quality control, there are so many variations of the old 60’s Florida room, that it must be extremely confusing to a homeowner to select the best product for your money.

Inexpensive aluminum screen or glass enclosures may install quicker and have less maintenance than a stick built addition, but they conduct heat and cold, the finish can scratch or the kick-panels can easily dent. Better rooms with aluminum structure are now being built by many fabricators

using vinyl clad insulated panels and powder coat finishes (like a car) for added durability. The best have thermally broken wall frames, insulated foam core kick-panels and can be purchased with insulated UV blocking glass.

North America’s fastest growing sunroom and window company, Sunspace Sunrooms has made it easy to select from their state of the art hybrid enclosures with residential aluminum and vinyl products. They offer glass slider systems, 4-track vinyl-pane enclosures, traditional aluminum or glass railings, patio covers and the new translucent acrylic roof system.

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With four distinct levels of enclosures to choose from, a Sunspace sunroom offers so much family fun and leisure for a reasonable investment. Three or four season designs are custom produced at their recently expanded 100,000 square foot facility in Toronto Canada using state of the art equipment and production processes.

As the exclusive Sunspace dealer in this area, we at

Patio Systems are confident in offering this line of vinyl and aluminum factory panelized window-wall sunrooms or porch enclosures. They come with great warranties, local service for quality control, and quick installation.

They can be built from the ground up, on an existing deck or installed into your existing porch.

As a remodeling specialist for 35 years, my mission is to offer top quality products that can be quickly installed, at competitive prices. Free in-home consultation and estimates are without obligation or high pressure tactics.

You may also visit our new showroom in Lewes to look at all the sunroom and window options. We also are one of the largest awning and related shade product dealers in the nation and display many of these products as well. Every year more and more folks like you are choosing our factory made sunrooms or patio awnings for their leisure-time enjoyment.

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Community Sussex County Habitat for Humanity works locally to put God’s love into action by addressing urgent housing needs in our community. As we grow to serve 41 new home and repair project owners this year, double what we did a few years ago, we need the communities help to increase our pool of donors and volunteers serving working families who are in need of a hand up, not a hand out.

According to the Delaware State Housing Authorities, Delaware Needs Assessment 2015-2020, in Sussex County: • Over 10,000 families are severely cost burdened, paying more than 50 percent of their income on housing costs.

• More than 4,000 families are living in substandard or overcrowded conditions.

• We have a high growth in high property values (largely due to retiree relocations from out of state) that has created a housing affordability challenge to the growing population of service, retail and agricultural workers who would need to work 88 hours a week to afford a market rate two bedroom rental.

• A growing number of moderate income homeowners are also challenged by increasing local housing costs.

Right now, hardworking families in our community are struggling to keep roofs over their heads. Decent and affordable housing attracts economic investment and development that can serve to break the cycle of poverty and provide stability for individuals and their children.

How Habitat Works: Step One: Local families qualify based on their level of need, willingness to partner and ability to pay an affordable not for profit mortgage Step Two: Quality construction materials are bought, or donated by local businesses.

Step Three: Under the supervision of our staff, volunteers give of their time and energy to help the Habitat families build their new home.

Step Four: Each partner family invests 250 hours of labor – what we call “sweat equity”into building their own home and those of other partner families.

Step Five: Like other homeowners, each Habitat family pays for their home by making monthly payments on their not for profit mortgages.

Mobilizing locally to eradicate the problems that are affecting so many in Sussex County is important. SCHFH helps by promoting smart policies that advance access to adequate, affordable housing and by applying local donation dollars, talents and expertise towards supporting the programs that are currently engaged in addressing our housing needs.

5 Ways You Can Help: • Volunteer –Reach out to your contacts and make a plan to bring a group together to raise a hammer on one of our build sites. Or maybe, like 40% of our volunteers, you can support our mission by providing food to the build sites, office support, outreach and education, and more… Contact volunteer@sussexcountyhabitat.org • Become a sponsor, a donor or a participant in one or more of the fundraising events we are holding this year.

• Donate building materials and household items to, and shop at, our ReStore.

• Have at least one conversation this week sharing what you know about SCHFH and the needs in our community.

• Like us on Social Media. Visit our website Sussexcountyhabitat.org; Like us on Facebook and share our message.

We hope you are able to join Habitat in our mission to build homes, community and hope. Together we can work towards a shared goal of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

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Join us for a great evening while helping to eliminate poverty housing in Sussex County.

Any individuals or businesses interested in sponsoring or advertising can contact us at events@sussexcountyhabitat.org.

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Home & Garden

Tis the season for safety! detectors. Whether it’s a plug in or combined with your smoke detector, you should have one on each floor of your home and in every bedroom. If you suspect a CO leak, immediately seek a source of fresh air (outside) and then call 911.

By Regan Roberts Deck, CMI Whether you’re turning on your furnace for the first time, putting up holiday decorations around your house and yard or plugging in multiple strands of twinkle lights at one receptacle à la A Christmas Story, take care this winter.

The news is already peppered with stories about carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and the season has barely begun. Remember, CO is colorless and odorless so safety starts with CO

If you smell something burning near an electrical receptacle, that is NOT carbon monoxide, but you should still check it out. Trip the receptacle’s circuit breaker and unplug whatever’s in the outlet. Assuming the smell dissipates, call us to investigate the cause. If the smell persists, however, you know the drill: exit the house and call 911.

Hopefully, though, you won’t be outside for either of the two reasons I just talked about and instead, you’ll find yourself outside prepping your home for the coming winter or for the plethora of holidays counting down on the calendar. If you’re going to be on a ladder cleaning gutters or putting up lights (or for any other reason), remember these safety tips: (1) Check that the ladder is leaning at a safe angle by standing with

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your toes touching the side rails and grabbing the rung at shoulder height.

If your arms are full extended and parallel to the ground, the ladder is pitched properly.

(2) Always maintain three points of contact with the ladder as you climb.

Yep, that means you should always carry your tools and supplies in an apron or on a belt, not in your hands (3) Do not overextend your ladder. A 32-foot ladder needs at least 3 feet of overlap. Longer ladders need up to 6 feet. Check your ladder’s label for details.

(4) Never stand on a rung that’s less than 3 feet from the top.

As always, at Custom Mechanical we are happy to answer any questions you may have about electrical, heating, cooling, carpentry, plumbing and home performance related issues - on the phone, in person, via e-mail … even on Facebook! Our Retail Store offers parts and supplies as well as answers to your product or pricing queries. Our Comfort Advisors are available for free estimates and information about financing and

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manufacturer rebates. Finally, our brand-new, redesigned for 2014 website offers more homeowner tips like these as well as specials, on-line scheduling and more detailed information about Custom Mechanical, the people that make us great and the services we offer.

Contact us anytime!

Locally, 302-539-5177.

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Welcome to the largest appliance selection in the shore area.

Featuring over 50 brands from all over the world all here nestled into our quaint country location. We have just relocated in the recent months from the busy Highway one location that we started and operated at since 1969. The move was so bitter sweet for the staff and I but sweet from the aspect that we are out in the country just three miles west of Route one in the Coolspring area. The new location features a bright well stocked showroom that is just charming most consumers say when they come in to shop for their new appliances. The showroom features hundreds of pieces of the markets best appliances under a well lit copper colored ceiling and is further complimented by old country plank pine flooring that is marveled at constantly and remarked upon by many.

We service what we sell with factory trained service technicians and also offer you our consumer a free ten year major component warranty on every new unit that we sell to you and your family. Our prices are very competitive and often are lower than the National competition with all the value added services and rebates that we have to offer which are exclusive to our business. We also have a used appliance donation program that we proudly started about twelve years ago which helps truly deserving members of community with a free used appliance delivered and installed in their homes. Such members who have received them in the past have been, but not limited to: Deployed military families, Disabled Veterans, Hospice and Cancer patients, Widows on very limited income, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Easter Seals, Burned out families, Single mother homes, Rehabilitation centers, Shelters, and the list goes on and on. We care about our community at Millman’s Appliances!

Why should you consider shopping at Millman’s Appliances is the question we like to answer above all others.

Our showroom never closes at Millman’s Appliances with what is classified as a state of When shopping locally for your appliances we ask for you to consider our appliance store as we support over two dozen local charities each year. Shopping locally means that your money stays local in our community and is spent within the community according to our local bank over six times before it finds its way out of our community.

When dollars are spent at box stores the money is picked by amoured truck and goes directly to a location far away from here doing absolutely nothing for our local citizens.

We also hire and employ local associates for our business and I am proud to say our associates and their family members are integral part of our business, all 53 of them rely on us each day for employment and their financial well being.

the art showroom on line @ www.millmansappliances.com featuring 92,000 different items that updates to market trends every nineteen minutes. This site is so progressive it offers you dimensions, owners manuals, and even rebates all at your fingertips while you are in the leisure of your home.

Come and shop for your families new appliances at Millman’s Appliances, we appreciate your business and we will work hard to meet or exceed your needs everyday.

Open Monday through Friday from 8:30 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Saturday 8:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. and closed on Sunday.

TESTIMONIAL I not only got a new granite kitchen counter top from Ancient Art Stone, to complete the kitchen I purchased new appliances from Millman’s Appliances in Lewes, Delaware.

The major differences from the big department stores like Lowes and Home Depot is SERVICE. Their showroom gave us so many different selections to choose from.

The personal touch of their guidance’s and step-by-step knowledge of the products fit into our home perfectly.

Each piece is delivered and placed in your home by experts, right down to instructions on how to use and care for each product.

We are happy that we selected this quality company.

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Having owned four homes in different states and relying on house keepers to maintain them in tip top condition, we as a family can say that Dee’s Cleaning Service is without question the BEST! We have never dealt with anyone, better in the 47 years of married life. We can testify that they are honest, reliable, on time and on the money. In the 15 years that we have used Dee’s Service for our home and business, we never once worried about their integrity or the quality of work that they do consistently. Call them at 302-856-7989 and tell them the Publisher of the Women’s Newspaper highly recommends them. We guarantee it! ~ The Publisher

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Blinds, Shades and Child Safety……

Do you remember all the news stories, a couple years ago, concerning child safety and window coverings? The subject sticks out in my mind obviously because it is related to my work and because I have small children. The concern was mostly over mail order and or stock items that were bought off a shelf and installed, usually, by the homeowner. There were tragedies, huge recalls and lawsuits but fortunately the custom window covering trade was not really involved. I would say that the overall higher quality of product and the experienced sales and installation that comes with a custom retailer helped to keep the trade uninvolved however the custom window covering community definitely took notice and many positive changes have taken place. There is much more awareness about the subject compared to a couple of years ago and that in its self is very helpful but the industry has been very proactive in making their products more child safe as well.

On the awareness side of things, it is good to note that there are many products out there that have been around for a long time like shutters and draperies that already are or can be made without child safety’s #1 enemy which is strings. Draperies, when set up to traverse by hand, present no problems for toddlers or even pets who like them because they can easily move the fabric aside to leave wet nose marks on the glass.

Shutters are another great choice. They are naturally string free, simple to use, even for children, and are one of the best insulators against both heat and cold. With their timeless look and classic feel they a great child safe choice in window coverings.

One way that the industry is changing to become more child safe is the introduction of cordless control into a wider variety of products. Cordless roller shades and cordless honeycomb shades have been around for a while but lately we are seeing the industry really improving and trying to mainstream the option. The string free lift systems are getting better and more reliable plus now we are seeing the option more and more on roman shades and wood and faux wood blinds which was mostly an unavailable option in years past on these popular window coverings.

Window covering manufacturers are also making improvements on shades and blinds that do have strings with breakaway mechanisms that will separate when too much stress is applied and they have made it so that small children can’t get their heads between the back of the shade and the strings found there on roman style shades. These are two very important changes.

Next time you have a window covering need, please give us a call and let us help you make choices that are safer for your children and pets while improving the look and efficiency of your home.

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BY MATTHEW CARRICO, OPERATIONS MANAGER

Ancient Art Stone

In the fall issue we broke down the process of purchasing a natural stone counter top, highlighting the major steps and identifying the most attention-needy elements of the project for you to focus on. By now, you have looked through hundreds of natural and man-made stones to find that perfect material to pull the décor of every item in the project space together. The colors of the cabinetry, floor products, appliances, and the finalized paint swatches dance in glorious harmony with one another in your mind as you envision your masterpiece completed. Within this fantasy, family and friends applaud ecstatically in the background, marveling at your design prowess… but there is something missing.

When we begin a relationship with a new customer the premier importance is typically the colors that are exhibited in the selected material and confirming that each visible element intending to be incorporated into the project area plays nicely with those colors. One option I find many of our customers overlook, or are unaware exists, are the different stone finishes that are available. The vast majority of projects are completed with the “standard” high-gloss polish, which exhibits a reflective mirror-like finish to the surface of the stone. There are two additional categories of stone finishes that should be considered as they can drastically alter the aesthetics of the final product.

staining. This creates a very industrial or rustic look that can complement a number of popular trends that rely on less vibrant, softer color tones. Honed finishes can be “enhanced” by oils that are allowed to come in contact with the raw surface of the stone.

The most common offenders of this are our finger prints. There are many ways to address this issue if it is undesirable to the customer, but that is information for another article. The important thing to understand in selecting a Honed finish is that there will be additional maintenance required in achieving and/or maintaining the matte look desired.

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POLISHED There is an entire gamut of textured surface options. Leathered, Brushed, Swede, Satin, and Velvet are amongst the more popular that we see month to month, and there are many others available. Typically, these finishes maintain the original color tones of the material, while amplifying the natural properties and movements of the stone. These properties are not only experienced visually, but can be felt physically on the surface. The different classifications within textured polishes provide varying depths of surface deviations, so each one will exhibit the stone’s properties in a different way. The texturing process does close some of the pores which will assist it in repelling stains better than a honed finish, but may continue to show surface oils.

As mentioned above, this is by far the most popular finish selected for the counter top projects that we see and is typically described as shiny, reflective, glossy or high-gloss.

This finish provides the best surface for viewing the vibrancy of the stone colors and depth, or crystal-like formations of the stone. These surfaces are generally easier to clean and maintain as they come the closest, of all the finishing options, in closing the stone’s natural pores and enhancing its ability to repel moisture. This will not guarantee the material is completely sealed but may still be susceptible to surface staining. If you have selected a natural granite or marble, additional sealing products will typically be recommended and should be considered to ensure your counter tops are protected.

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MAKING YOUR FINAL SELECTION

Now that you know many of the different surface options available to you, it may be helpful to know where you can find them. Taking a trip to your local fabricator’s slab yard is a good start, but there is a slim chance that you will be able to see all of the different finishes, if any at all. If you are interested in finding a slab that does not have a polished finish we suggest that you first find the slab color that you feel works best with your project and then work with your fabricator to discover the finishing options they can offer. Most fabricators prefer to purchase slabs with surfaces that are finished by the slab distribution company because they do not invest in the tooling or have the skillsets to evenly alter the surface of these raw slabs. Once a slab is located that meets your criteria it is highly recommended that you view it in person, prior to the start of fabrication, to make sure the texture provides the aesthetic that you expect. Remember, stone products are not only appreciated for their stunning beauty, but also their longevity. A little extra time spent today can ensure your happiness for years to come!

PUBLISHER’S TESTIMONIAL After 50 years of marriage and having owned 32 houses both as investments and family homes, I can honestly say that I can save you a great deal of kitchen remodeling stress.

I was impressed from the moment I drove on to the massive display lot featuring over 500 plus different granite slabs displayed in such a way that the customer can view the beautify of each piece and their individual delicate design. Than we meet Matt, the manager. He walked us around and explained each display after finding out what my taste were and what I was trying to accomplish with the color and design for my new kitchen.

In creating a honed surface, the polishing process is stopped short prior to reaching the reflective, high-gloss stage. When done correctly, the surface should have a matte appearance free of “scratch” marks. This finish limits the depth of color and visibility of the natural stone features, and can make some materials more vulnerable to surface

From the selection process, to the in home lazier measurements, to going back to the shop to view and ok the template to insure the maximum beauty of each cut to the unbelievable precision of the cuts and fit of the granite into each corner of our now magnificent kitchen.

To quote a friend who came to visit “THE MOST BEAUTIFUL KITCHEN I HAVE EVER SEEN”. Thanks Ancient Stone, Matt and their team for a job well done. We would guarantee their work in a heartbeat.

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CHRISTINA’S CORNER

By Christina Lessard

Christina began working with Lessard Builders at a young age helping clean the office and run errands as well as other receptionist duties. As she grew older and more familiar with the business, she took on more responsibility and worked with her father, Brian on the day to day activities. Upon graduating from Wilmington University with a BS in Finance, she assumed the role of Comptroller and gained a more comprehensive understanding of the industry from the financial aspect. Today, you can find her working in the office with the administrative team, with clients at the model home or on the construction site.

In addition to her father, Christina works alongside her mother Kathy, sister Michelle and brother Brian. Since the 1940’s, the Lessard family has built custom homes with a passion for quality craftsmanship and superior design. As the fourth generation, Christina looks forwards to carrying on the business with the same values and dedication.

Fall In Love With Your Next Home: 5 Tips To Help You Find Your Dream Home As one of the biggest investments in your lifetime your home is the place that you go to unwind, relax, entertain, cook, raise your family and sometimes even work. The best thing about building a custom home is that you won’t have to force your family’s lifestyle into a floor plan. These six guidelines will help you find a home design that perfectly fits for your family’s lifestyle.

1. What is your “dream home”? Finding the perfect home that matches your family’s lifestyle is key. Focus on functionality first and jump into the interior design finishes later. Consider the natural flow from room to room. For instance, placing a master bedroom near main living areas might not be the best idea if you go to bed early or like to sleep in later than your family members. Cost effective outdoor living spaces such as fire pits and patios are ideal for those that like to spend a lot of time outdoors. If you

travel often, you might want to look at areas with less yard or community with a routine maintenance plan.

2. Make a list of non-negotiable items. Once you start evaluating your daily lifestyle, you’ll truly understand the items that you just can’t live without. Having a list to reference will help you stay focused when looking at floor plans, budget, upgrades and design features. Not having a list of “non-negotiable items” can be like going grocery shopping for full month ahead without a list. Upon checkout, you are not sure what you bought, why you bought it or what you forgot to remember!

3. Avoid shortcuts when it comes to structural details. The integrity of your new home will only be as reliable as the products and methods used to build it. Look for homes that are constructed on-site with energy efficient windows and insulation, engineered roofing systems and solid poured wall foundations. Avoid methods where sections of your home are built off site, mass produced or rely on panelized wall systems. A home that is framed and built on-site together will stay together!

4. Work with industry professionals and ask a lot of questions.

View your home search as an educational process. With this view, you will be able to evaluate which items are most important to you and which are essential to a quality home that will last a lifetime. Ask for references for each industry professional you work with. It is important to feel comfortable with their level of experience and honesty because they will be the ones that guide you through each step of the way.

5. Don’t rush and have fun. Choosing a new home that meets your needs, wishes and fits your lifestyle can be an exceptionally rewarding investment. Don’t settle for a home that “works”, you should love every inch of your home! It can seem stressful at times but always ask questions, don’t forget to have fun and enjoy the experience.

I hope that the information I have provided will be helpful in your home search. At Lessard Builders, we build true custom homes where you can make changes or add features to one of our existing floor plans or we’ll help you design your own. We work closely with a team of architects to create the home that fits your family’s current and future needs. Whether you are downsizing or expanding, work hand-in-hand with our team to build the home that suits your lifestyle and fits within your budget.

We’ve built hundreds of homes over the years and would love to review your favorite floor plans with you! Stop by our model home in the Villages of Five Points East, 33673 East Hunter Run, Lewes Delaware, call (302) 698-1091 or email us at homes@lessardbuilders. com. I look forward to hearing from you!

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Best Toys For Kids 2014 LEARNING PLAY

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By Teresa Ford Gift shoppers searching for quality and value this holiday season will not have to look far – they can find the best toys for kids right around the corner at their neighborhood toy store, Kids’ Ketch.

A member of The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA), Kids’ Ketch joined toy store owners from around the country in selecting the most engaging, open-ended, fun and safe toys for your children. The 2014 Best Toys for Kids list feature toys that deliver exceptional value and expand a child’s imagination, toys that invite discovery and exploration, toys that get kids moving, toys that build creativity, toys that fascinate babies, and even toys that delight hard-to-shop-for pre-teens. Here is a sampling of toys that made the list:

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Teeter Popper – whether they rock it, roll it, sit in it or stand, kids want to move with the Teeter Popper! PopPop-Pop...Pop-Pop-Pop 3 yrs. & up - $37.95.

Sands Alive! - irresistable, new, moldable sand compound. Incredibly tactile, anti-bacterial, water soluble, never dries out. 3 yrs. & up - $24.99 & up.

Royal Princess Playhouse – easy to assemble, sturdy material, sized to fit 2 or more little princesses. 3 yrs. & up - $29.95.

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Not For the Summer aNymore service is huge, especially when you are dealing with such the sensitive issue as a women’s body being exposed to the general population, not fully clothed. This past Thanksgiving I had received a card in the mail. I would like to share it with you all because it sums up why I love what I do and why I love my all my royal customers and truly appreciate each and everyone of them. I know Miss Carol won’t mind me sharing...

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Dear Donna, This note is extremely belated, but since this is the season for giving thanks I really wanted to write you. Thank you so much for the time you took with Susan and me back in the beginning oft the summer. Buying a bathing suit was almost impossible for both of us, and for the first time, you made it both productive and fun. Then you added alterations and door-to-door delivery, we couldn’t have asked for more. In addition to the service, it was so nice to have such a selection of suits. We have recommended your shop to a number of people from this area who vacation at the Delaware beaches. Thanks again for your help, Happy Thanksgiving!

-Carol

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Our goal at Pineapple Princess is to make every customer feel the way Carol and her daughter did when they left our store that day.

So, if you haven’t visited our store, pleas1it’ so and spread the word.

With winter vacations upon us and summer just around the corner, come in a view all the beautiful swimwear and accessories pieces the industry has to offer. We carry over thirty different brands and

designers, from Tommy Bahama, Gottex, Betsy Johnson, Roxanne, Anne Cole, Tara Grinna , Kenneth Cole, Lucky Brand and many more. As you can see we carry a wide variety of lines to cater to a wide variety of age groups and personal styles.

Please call us at 302-2278705 for more information and store hours.

Fall is in the air and with winter fast approaching we all know what that brings, cold weather and snow, in some areas already. So what do people like to do in the winter? Fly south to where it is warm and go on vacation. Here at the Pineapple Princess Swim and Resort Wear we are able to fulfill your warmer weather attire. We carry a large section of swimwear and cover-ups for junior, miss and women sizes.

We specialize in cup sizes when choosing our collections and offer alterations on our swim wear to give you the proper fit.

We do alterations and adjustments to swim wear right here on the premises and often while you wait. At Pineapple Princess we offer a friendly staff and casual atmosphere. Our friendly staff has over twenty-five years of experience in fitting gals in swim wear attire. We try to make one of the most dreaded tasks a pleasant and enjoyable one.

As winter fast approaches we have expanded our seasonal lines to sweaters, jackets, and sportswear. We boast a beautiful line of sweaters by Allison Sheri. We also carry scarves, hats and jewelry to accessorize any outfit or perfect for an easy gift giving during up and coming holiday season. Gift certificates are also available anytime of the year, but is a wonderful idea for giving during the winter months as we locals prepare to head south for our winter getaway.

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Estate Planning for Your Stage of Life plan. If you are not yet married and pass away suddenly without a will, your property will pass to your parents, siblings or other relatives according to the laws of intestacy. If you are in a longAmber B. Woodland, Esquire term relationship with a partner, Michele Procino-Wells, Esquire Procino-Wells & Woodland, LLC but not married, current laws do not protect that person’s interests in your estate. This arrangement could lead to severe animosity BY: MICHELE PROCINO-WELLS, between your partner and family in ESQUIRE the event disagreements arise in the handling of your funeral, disposition of assets and specific bequests of Much like the dynamics of personal property.

our lives evolve over time, so too should the contents and • Married With Children: structure of our estate plans. Once you get married, an estate plan

It is a mistake to believe you only need an estate plan upon reaching a certain age or milestone like retirement. To the contrary, estate planning is necessary from college to the nursing home, and at many points in between. The following examines various life stages and estate planning suggestions for each:

• The Young and the Invest-less: You are never too young to consider an estate plan. For instance, who will handle your student loan debt if you pass away? What about your car, musical instruments or beloved pet? As well, how would you like to be treated if you are in a coma or persistent vegetative state?

Addressing these issues in a simple estate plan can help your family avoid the headache of determining your wishes when you are no longer available to speak for yourself.

• Single and Happening: If you are single and making good money at your job, chances are you have begun saving for the future with an IRA or 401(k). You may also have purchased a home or made other investments – all of which should be addressed by an estate

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becomes an essential component of your financial portfolio – even more so once you have children.

Not only does your plan address the unthinkable event of arranging for the care of your children if both you and your spouse die simultaneously, but your plan should include Powers of Attorney, Healthcare Directives and trusts, if applicable to your financial situation.

• Divorcing: It is critical to update your estate plan post-divorce, or your family could face the unintended awkward situation of your exspouse serving as executor, beneficiary and fiduciary of your estate. Also, if you are headed toward divorce, there are certain laws pertaining to your financial composite that require you to maintain status quo until the division of

property becomes final. However, these restrictions do not apply to powers of attorney and you should change your agents as soon as practicable during the pending divorce proceedings.

• Planning to Remarry: Remarriage presents a host of estate planning issues to address, particularly if one or both spouses enter the marriage with children from a prior relationship. Your new estate plan should make specific provisions for your children, if that is your wish, to ensure each receives a fair portion of your estate in order to eliminate conflict with your surviving spouse.

This is also the time to change beneficiary designations and powers of attorney. As well, recently-enacted portability laws may affect the federal tax exemption threshold of both you and your new spouse depending upon whether each of you is widowed at the time of remarriage – requiring a

review by an estate planning attorney who can advise you of the best way to organize your assets to minimize tax liability and maximize exemptions.

• Widowed: If you are recently widowed, it is time (again) to change beneficiary designations, update your will and redo your powers of attorney. Placing your assets and property in trust is also especially important at this stage to ensure minimal tax liability and ensure your children or heirs are properly identified by the contents of your estate plan. Planning for longterm care also emerges as an issue for widowed individuals concerned about who will tend to their medical needs as they get older.

Regardless of your stage of life, we encourage you to meet with an experienced estate planning attorney to discuss your needs or address any necessary changes to your current estate plan.

At PROCINO-WELLS

& WOODLAND, LLC we provide compassionate, expert legal services and plan for every client as we would for our own families.

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PLANNING TODAY TO PROTECT YOUR FAMILY’S TOMORROW. The attorneys at PROCINO-WELLS & WOODLAND, LLC help families: ♦

Create Wills and Powers of Attorney

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Secure Medicaid & VA Pension benefits

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Utilize Trusts for probate avoidance

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Settle their loved ones’ estates

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Shelter assets from long term care costs

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Conduct real estate transactions

Call us at 302.628.4140 to schedule a consultation.

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Financial Jeffrey Puglia, CFP ®, AIF® Member of Financial Planners Association Black Diamond Financial Solutions

223A S. Rehoboth Blvd.

Milford, Delaware 302-265-2236

Financial Considerations for 2015

Is it time to make a few alterations for the near future?

PROVIDED BY JEFFREY PUGLIA, CFP®, AIF® 2015 is less than two months away. Fall is the time when investors look for ways to lower their taxes and make some financial changes. This is an ideal time to schedule a meeting with a financial, tax or estate planning professional.

Jeffrey Puglia, CFP® , AIF® Member of Financial Planners Association Jeff has spent his entire career helping individuals with their financial planning needs since graduating from Susquehanna University in 1994 with a BS in Finance. He is a Certified Financial Planner™ practitioner as well as an Accredited Investment Fiduciary®, helping retirement plan fiduciaries mitigate risks by instructing them in practices that cover pertinent legislation and best practices. He is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst.

Jeff works with non-profits, business owners, professionals, retirees and pre-retirees to develop comprehensive financial plans that include retirement and estate planning strategies, portfolio construction and risk management.

Jeff currently resides in Milford, DE with his wife Andrea and two children, Laci and Roman. He is an avid baseball memorabilia collector. His philanthropic works include being the Founder and President of Salute Our Soldiers, Inc., a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide relief for wounded soldiers and their families. Recently he co-founded the Southern DE Base Ball Club, a non-profit formed to bring a 1900s era stadium to the Milford area to stimulate commerce and remember baseball’s origin’s.

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How do economists see next year unfolding?

Morningstar sees 2.0-2.5% Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the U.S. for 2015, with housing, export growth, wage growth, very low interest rates and continuing vitality of energy-dependent industries as key support factors. It sees the jobless rate in a 5.4-5.7% range and annualized inflation running between 1.8-2.0%. Fitch is far more optimistic, envisioning U.S. GDP at 3.1% for 2015 compared to 1.3% for the eurozone and Japan. (Fitch projects China’s economy slowing to 6.8% growth next year as India’s GDP improves dramatically to 6.5%.)1,2 The Wall Street Journal’s Economic Forecasting Survey projects America’s GDP at 2.8% for both 2015 and 2016 and sees slightly higher inflation for 2015 than Morningstar (with the Consumer Price Index rising at an annualized 2.0-2.2%). The Journal has the jobless rate at 5.9% by the end of this year and at 5.5% by December 2015.3 The WSJ numbers roughly correspond to the Federal Reserve’s outlook: the Fed sees 2.6-3.0% growth and 5.4-5.6% unemployment next year.

A National Association for Business Economics (NABE) poll projects 2015 GDP of 2.9% with the jobless rate at 5.6% by next December.4 What might happen with interest rates? In the Journal’s consensus forecast, the federal funds rate will hit 0.47% by June 2015 and 1.17% by December 2015. NABE’s forecast merely projects it at 0.845% as next year concludes. That contrasts with Fed officials, who see it in the range of 1.251.50% at the end of 2015.3,4

Speaking of interest rates, here is the WSJ consensus projection for the 10-year Treasury yield: 3.24% by next June, then 3.58% by the end of 2015. The latest WSJ survey also sees U.S. home prices rising 3.3% for 2015 and NYMEX crude at $93.67 a barrel by the end of next year.3

would be taxed under the pro-rated formula.) The tax liability that previously went with such “split” distributions has been eliminated. The new rules on this take effect January 1, but IRS guidance indicates that taxpayers may apply the rules to rollovers made as early as September 18, 2014.6

Can you put a little more into your IRA or workplace retirement plan? You may put up to $5,500 into a traditional or Roth IRA for 2014 and up to $6,500 if you are 50 or older this year, assuming your income levels allow you to do so. (Or you can spread that maximum contribution across more than one IRA.) Traditional IRA contributions are tax-deductible to varying degree. The contribution limit for participants in 401(k), 403(b) and most 457 plans is $17,500 for 2014, with a $5,500 catchup contribution allowed for those 50 and older. (The IRS usually sets next year’s contribution levels for these plans in late October.)5

Can you harvest portfolio losses before 2015?

Through tax loss harvesting – dumping the losers in your portfolio – you can claim losses equaling any capital gains recognized in a tax year, and you can claim up to $3,000 in additional losses beyond that, which can offset dividend, interest and wage income. If your losses exceed that limit, they can be carried over into future years. It is a good idea to do this before December, as that will give you the necessary 30 days to repurchase any shares should you wish.7

Should you go Roth in 2015? If you have a long time horizon to let your IRA grow, have the funds to pay the tax on the conversion, and want your heirs to inherit tax-free distributions from your IRA, it may be worth it.

Are you thinking about an IRA rollover? You should know about IRS Notice 2014-54, which lets taxpayers make “split” IRA rollovers of employersponsored retirement plan assets under more favorable tax conditions. If you have a workplace retirement account with a mix of pre-tax and aftertax dollars in it, you can now roll the pre-tax funds into a traditional IRA and the after-tax funds into a Roth IRA and have it all count as one distribution rather than two. Also, the IRS is dropping the pro rata tax treatment of such rollover amounts. (Under the old rules, if you were in a qualified retirement plan and rolled $80,000 in pre-tax dollars into a traditional IRA and $20,000 in after-tax dollars into a Roth IRA, 80% of the dollars going into the Roth

Should you wait on a major financial move until 2015? Is there a chance that your 2014 taxable income could jump as a consequence of exercising a stock option, receiving a bonus at work, or accepting a lump sum payout? Are you thinking about buying new trucks or cars for your company, or a buying a building? The same caution applies to capital investments.

Look at tax efficiency in your portfolio. You may want to put income-producing investments inside an IRA, for example, and direct investments with lesser tax implications into brokerage accounts.

Finally, do you need to change your withholding status? If major change has come to your personal or financial life, it might be time. If you have married or divorced, if a family member has passed away, if you are self-employed now or have landed a much higher-salaried job, or if you either pay a lot of tax or get unusually large IRS or state refunds, review your current withholding with your tax preparer.

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Our Principle Our company is based on the principle that education and understanding of your current financial situation is vital to successfully make prudent decisions concerning your future financial condition. If you have any questions about your current financial situation or wish to schedule an appointment, send us an email or give us a call at 302-265-2236 Scope of Services: Retirement Planning Service Options: Cash Flow Management and Budgeting Asset Management & Estate Planning Portfolio Asset Management Insurance and Risk Management Analysis A comprehensive approach to allocation and prudent diversification.

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Now holidays we havethe special hasthe a car.

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Lifelong Learning—A Key to Successful Aging

By Nora Riehl Zelluk Research on aging offers a striking model of aging as a potential time of brain health and growth. Mental stimulation and creative outlets can provide the opportunity to lead better quality lives filled with more knowledge and wisdom — and an increased capacity to contribute to society.

In one study, participants in creative programs like poetry writing, painting, or choral singing classes reported better physical health than those in the control group, and reported learning “new skills and new ways of looking at and expressing things.”

“Getting creative in your later years is a self-fueling engine,” is the message of Dr. Gene Cohen, founder of George Washington University’s Center on Aging, Health & Humanities. “The more you do, the more you can do.”

The University of Delaware has been a leader in lifelong learning programs that offer mental stimulation, creative outlets and social connections that positively impact quality of life. The programs feature an academic cooperative model which encourages age 50 plus members to share their expertise and talents as volunteer instructors and through committees.

An amazing variety of courses are offered through the Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes at UD. Students take courses in art, history, literature, health, computers, yoga, philosophy, memoir writing, music, languages, genealogy, and much more. There are no exams or homework—just learning for the fun of it.

It’s not all about the classroom, though. It is now common knowledge that robust social relationships are one of the keys to staying healthy as we age, and members often mention how highly they value the friendships developed through the program.

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Osher Lifelong Learning programs are located at Arsht Hall on the UD Wilmington Campus at 2700 Pennsylvania Avenue; at the Modern Maturity Center, 1121 Forrest Avenue in Dover; at the Fred Thomas Building, 520 Dupont Avenue in Lewes; and in Ocean View.

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Time to explore subjects you haven’t had time to pursue, time to delve into your interests, time to chase your dreams.

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Arts & LeisureEntertainment County Woman

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I love what I do, I enjoying interacting with people, helping fast-moving and cutRock-n-Roll, Motown, them have a great time, and since I am not ready to retire, I am continuing PartyTime ting-edge and is studentertainment in Delaware.

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My years of crowd-reading expertise, state of the art equipment standing party themes Country, Hits and light shows, and over 150,000 songs from 1930’s toTop today, 40, allows& meToday's to choose and professional, enthe right music at the right time to keep your all partyby going.

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We will consult with you before your event to have all the pertinent information covered BEFORE we get there, so you can enjoy your event without worry. We have the knowledge, talent and expertise to make your event successful. From corporate events to private party’s and everything in between:

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The crew at PartyTime made it another huge success. The music was great and the hoola hoop contest was a blast. Can’t wait till next year!

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Our wedding was fantastic because you were there Scott. Thank you for every- YOU - pick the music that meets your individuality and needs.

YOU - choose your DJ’s attire; formal, business or casual. thing did. All ourmusic guests had a greatmeets time, and wanted to dance all night YOUyou - pick the to that your individualilty and needs.

YOU - choose the crowd interaction, low key to highly involved. long. My mom just loved all the Elvis you played for her. - Robin T. YOU - choose your DJ’s attire; formal, business or casual. YOU - choose from our music library with thousands of selections Scott, thank you so much for the great music at our corporate holiday party. YOU - choose which musical styles to play, and which to AVOID!

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Portraits/ Headshots Make an appointment with us to update your portrait or promo headshots for the web site. Setting up to do a company shoot is getting popular.

Whether it is a radio station or a hospital, it is always needed for promo purposes.

Events

One of our favorites have been Event Photography for at least 15 years.

We print immediately! We can do many different sizes with photo folders. Many backdrops to select from. One of the popular methods is Greenscreen Photography. Select a backdrop, stand in front of the green backdrop and the photo puts you there in your selected backdrop.

Gala Events, Father-Daughter Dances, Prom/Spring Dances, Charity Events, Conventions, Conferences, Military Events, Holiday Events, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Family Reunions, and the list goes on.

Weddings

Aerials

We do Residential and Commercial Aerials on the Delmarva Peninsula.

Progressive construction sights starting from the bare property and ending with the building finished and in use. Or even someone’s home, farm or estate to make a nice Christmas gift ! We will get your aerial done. With the selection digital images on a disc - to a framed 30x40 print. You choose !

We continue to make our wedding couples’ special day through our images to last a lifetime of love.

Each wedding is captured, catering to their suggestions, desires and personalities.

C.M.Baker Photography is still one of the few that print 8x10’s at the reception for all to view and for the couple to take home with them. Check us out and ask us about our “photobooth” style pictures. Full weddings, from start to finish, available to view.

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Fabulous Foods

Fabulous Foods

Fabulous Food

PUBLISHER’S RESTAURANT POLICY Our criteria said it all!

First and foremost, the food has to be of the highest quality and freshness.

Second, the staff must be courteous and friendly. Third, is the consistency.

Knowing that each and every time you dine at that restaurant, it will always live up to its reputation.

Reop Open Open Th the the Spr Sea Seas

This is the most controversial category in all our newspapers. So, we thought we would answer honestly and objectively the most frequently asked questions by our friends and readers.

“Why do you have so few restaurants in your newspapers?”

Simple!

The following restaurants in this Women’s newspaper are the only restaurants we HAVE INVITED to join our list of restaurants, and that we could absolutely guarantee met our criteria.

Try any of the restaurants listed in this paper and if you don’t agree with us, call us at 1-800-993-3822 or if you have other restaurants that you would recommend, please let us know. We will review them.

Reopening Open for Open We unconditionally guarantee the foods reviews in all our newspapers.

This the 2014 2013 They have been prepared by the restaurants that have been personally invited the to be with us.”

Spring!

Season The restaurants that you see on the following pages are not advertisers.

Season

We are presenting them to you as hand selected skillful artists who take pride in preparing the best meals possible.

No other newspaper syndicate turns down advertising from restaurants.

WE DO! In fact 95% of all restaurants that contact us are not invited to be with us, after we try them. We take the time to go through our criteria and only select the best for your enjoyment.

“ Give us one try, and you will keep coming back ” A conversation with Shawn Xiong of Confucius Chinese Restaurant Cumin Beef or Kung Pao Confucius Chinese Shrimp. If you Restaurant was opened in the like fish, spring of 2004 in downtown Salmon with Rehoboth Beach. Shawn Q: What made you decide to Black Bean Xiong, the owner, had previrelocate to Rehoboth?

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Whole Black beach area. Since then, Con- was working 360 days a year, Sea Bass are 12 hours a day. After I had fucius has been named the all excellent best Chinese restaurant in the my son, I decided that I thand wanted to spend more time choices. If Delaware Today magazine Cumin Beef or or “palace”, yet I want you are a first with people him, more time with his favorably mentioned in variilmington Avenue inknow downtown My wife and I came to Kung Pao Confucius Chinese it isWilmington.

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We want to have exciting Confucius is.follike fish, you to tell our server spring of 2004 in downtown fast food restaurant COMcourage some time away from work with Shawn XIong and the Ave. their home for a long time. food for people who are looking for a Salmon with Rehoboth Beach. Shawn Located on is the the second block of the of good dining experience.

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