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There are many advantages to getting implants. They are the next best thing to natural teeth, they are built to last, they protect your healthy bone, they keep your teeth in place and they protect your healthy teeth. The disadvantages of dental implants are that they are expensive and may not be a good solution for patients with chronic illnesses such as diabetes or who have tissue that is incompatible with implants. Also, tobacco use may slow the healing process. If you are interested in implants, come in to DS Dental and discuss it with Dr. Spano. If you are in good general health, this treatment may be an option for you.
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Birth Control Choices, Voices And The Like Birth control has come a long way, baby! Today’s birth control is not what your mom used. The prevention of pregnancy has evolved into a science in its own right. These advances can be confusing, overwhelming, and intimidating. This is compounded by the “parent factor.” Our children are becoming teenagers. For those who were teens in the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s, this is a scary thing. But times were really different then. And we are parents now. Hence the “parent factor.” This issue is far-reaching, touching moms, dads, and kids alike.
Birth control or contraception comes in many different forms. This is a brief overview of the options for use currently. • The Barrier Methods consist of condoms, diaphragms, and cervical caps, and we can throw sponges into this group. Most of us are familiar with condoms. These come in many colors, sizes, and shapes. The failure rate is higher due to misuse or incorrect use by the patient. • Birth Control Pills are usually made up of estrogen and progestin medications. These require a patient to take a pill on a daily basis. Periods can be planned using the pill. There is the availability to have a 3-day or 7-day period, or a period every third month. Here a woman has a choice as to when to have a period and how long of a period to have. There are no health issues related to this. There is even a chewable type of birth control pill for those with trouble swallowing even a small pill. • Next is the Vaginal Ring. This is a medication-containing plastic ring. It is placed into the vagina. It remains in the vagina three weeks out of the month. At body temperature, it releases birth control medication. No remembering to take a daily pill. Good choice for those who have difficulty with the pill. It is held in place by the vaginal tissue and may be taken out for sexual activity at the discretion of the patient. • There are long-acting reversible contraceptive medications for those needing or wanting long-term but reversible birth control. Intrauterine devices are
placed into the uterus by a qualified health care provider. Mirena® (Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.) is a medication-containing IUD. It has a 5-year lifespan. About 30% of women have a light period (spotting) or no periods at all. For most this is a nice benefit. This should be used in women who have had a vaginal delivery. Skyla® (Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.) is a baby Mirena. It is a smaller, more compact version of Mirena. It is made for women who have not had a vaginal delivery. The smaller size makes it easier to insert and remove. Paragard® (Teva Women’s Health, Inc.) is a copper-containing IUD. It has a 10-year lifespan. Most patients with this type of IUD experience a heavier period. • Injectable Birth Control is used frequently. This involves a shot every 90 days. This is also a great way for those who have issues with taking a pill every day. This type of contraceptive can be used up to two years in a row. • Permanent Contraception for women is either a tubal ligation or tubal occlusion procedure. The fallopian tubes can be blocked by cutting, tying, or blocking with a coil. This method is meant for irreversible contraception. Yes, ladies, there is a procedure for the men in your life. This is a vasectomy. Prevention of unwanted pregnancy is a real concern for many women in today’s world. All of the above options are available for safe, effective pregnancy prevention methods. Modern medicine has given our modern-day women a vast array of choices. For women already on oral contraceptives, be aware that certain medications, such as antibiotics and anti-seizure drugs, may lessen the effectiveness of your birth control. If there is any question, use a back-up method such as a condom. Feel free to contact my office with any questions or concerns. We will be glad to help.
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Featured on the Cover - Seashore Gardens Living Center
Pictured L-R: Janice T. Cambron, LNHA, CALA, Executive Director, Raeshen Cuartocruz, BSN, RN, Assistant Director of Nursing, Martin H. Klein, LNHA, CALA, President/CEO, Alysia Price, MSW, LNHA, CALA, LCSW, CDP, Adminstrator, Director of SS, Edmond Francisco, BSN, RN, Director of Nursing, and Adrienne Beinfest, Chairman of the SGLC Board of Directors. The Simon & Sylvia Zisman Seashore Gardens Living Center is an independent, nonprofit home for the aged with over 100 years of service. Read more about SGLC on pages 34, 35 & 36.
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^ Cosmetic & General Dentistry
^ Assisted Living
^ Psychiatry
^ Medical Professionals
^ Pets
^ Shoe Repair
DS Dental, Dana Spano, MD.............................................2 Advanced Care Ob/Gyn Infertility......................................3 Accent Aesthetics Medical & Laser Day Spa....................6 Shore Vascular & Vein Center........................................8, 9 Relievus.....................................................................12, 13 Sood Center for Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery............... 17 Quality Dermatology........................................................23 Go Feet: Dr. Stuart W. Honick.........................................25 Atlantic Medical Imaging.................................................31 Barbara Greenling, DNP..................................................32 Bella Derma Medi Spa.....................................................39 Morgan Medical Center of Integrative Medicine, PA.......44
Woodview Estates Assisted Living..................................15 Newkirk Family Veterinarians..........................................16 Jolly Pets Supplies & Grooming......................................43 Funny Farm Rescue........................................................50 Atlantic County Animal Shelter..................................62, 63
^ Footwear
Allen Shoe’s...............................................................18, 41
^ Home Health Care
BAYADA Home Health Care............................................19
^ Health & Wellness
Russell & Marinucci...........................................................7 D’Amato Law Firm...........................................................24
Yoga Nine Mind/Body Studio....................................20, 21 Body in Balance Physical Therapy & Fitness Center......22 Lice Lifters.......................................................................26 Hypnosis for Women.......................................................28 Breathe Studios...............................................................29 Curexa Pharmacy............................................................30 Nina Radcliff, MD............................................................48
Rice Elder Law................................................................10
Ava’s Design Ideas..........................................................26
^ Coffee Shop
Barista’s Coffee House......................................................5
^ Law
^ Elder Law
^ Permanent Makeup
Beau Institute..................................................................11
^ Fashion & Beauty
The Bra Boudoir..............................................................11 Seagrass Boutique..........................................................15 Barbara’s.........................................................................27
^ Wigs & Hair Replacement
Styles by LaRonne..........................................................14 Sorella..............................................................................33
^ Acupuncture
Sunshine Community Acupuncture.................................14
^ Interior Design
^ Private Training Studio
Strength First, LLC..........................................................33
^ Featured on the Cover
Seashore Gardens Living Center........................34, 35, 36
^ Holistic Substance Abuse Treatment
Enlightened Solutions......................................................37
^ Men’s Clothing
Lou Marchiano for Men...................................................37
^ Business & Finance
Charles Meusburger, MD.................................................42 Friendly Cobbler..............................................................43 ^ Women of Atlantic County............51, 52, 53
^ Construction Company
Iona Construction Company...........................................53
^ Theatre & Entertainment
Two River Theater...........................................................54 This Ones For The Girls...................................................56 Stone Witch.....................................................................57 Show Score.....................................................................57 Cape May Stage..............................................................61
^ Women’s History
The Queen of Rock.........................................................59
^ Fabulous Food
Cutting Board Creations..................................................60
^ Gourmet Shop
Tales of the Olive.............................................................73
^ Family Portraits & Headshots
Donna Andrews Photography.........................................75 ^ Community............................................................. 40, 41, 45, 46, 47, 49, 55, 58, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74
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Puppy Love— Unleashing Who Gets the Family Pet(s) in Divorce By Marla Marinucci, Esq.
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nyone who knows me will confirm that I am a very proud dog owner of two German Shepherds. Maybe even a little too proud. After 40-plus years of living, I got my first dog, Dakota, in January 2014. She quickly became the love of my life, so much that I became the proud owner of another German Shepherd, Shiloh, later that July. Never before had I understood the amazing bond between a dog and a human. Ever since I was a very young child, I’ve had cats. I still have one cat, as a matter of fact, but the difference between owning a cat versus owing a dog is something I have truly never understood until I became a dog owner. Owning a cat is like…well, it’s pretty much a nonevent; whereas owning a dog (or dogs)…there are no words that can describe how rewarding an experience it is. My point here is not to offend all the cat-lovers out there, but rather to bring to the forefront how dogs become real members of the family and special considerations need to be given when a family is breaking up and the parties cannot agree on where the dog(s) will reside. This newly found passion of mine has added a new perspective to how I handle my divorce cases where there are dogs involved. Over the years the issue hasn’t come up too much in my practice but recently I have been hearing a lot of stories from my colleagues who have been facing dog “custody” issues. Additionally, my research on this issue has revealed that proponents of animal legal rights have been working hard to change the way courts treat animals. Traditionally, in most states, animals have been treated as chattel, meaning property. They would fall into the same category of: Who gets the dining room table? And, What about the living room furniture? Believe it or not, cats and dogs for a long time were thrown into the “personal property” category. Family courts especially have generally applied principles of property law when deciding who gets Fido, though some judges have recognized that the family companion should not be treated the same as a couch. However, it varies all over the country as well as in the State of New Jersey.
There was a very interesting case from 2009 in New Jersey that dealt with an unmarried couple who had a long-term relationship of 13 years who were engaged to be married, but decided to break off their engagement. During the relationship, together, they purchased a pedigree dog for $1,500, which they registered with the American Kennel Club as joint owners. Initially after their split, there seemed to be an agreement between them that ex-girlfriend would keep the dog because she, in fact, kept it and ex-boyfriend did not challenge her. But when she went on vacation and left the dog with ex-boyfriend while she was away, upon her return, he refused to give her the dog back and suit was filed. The trial court found that while there was an oral agreement between the parties that ex-girlfriend would keep the dog, because the dog was still in the possession of ex-boyfriend at the time of trial, the judge awarded the dog to ex-boyfriend and awarded ex-girlfriend $1,500 since the parties agreed that was the amount it cost to purchase the dog. Apparently, the judge presiding over the case stated at one point, “Dogs are chairs; they’re furniture; they’re automobiles, they’re pensions. They’re not kids.” Thankfully, ex-girlfriend appealed the court’s ruling to the Appellate Division of the Superior Court of New Jersey. The Appellate Court found that monetary damages were inadequate due to the special subjective value one derives from possession of a particular piece of property: in this case, a dog. The Court further stated that courts of equity should not be hesitant to consider one party’s sincere affection and attachment to a particular object, which includes family heirlooms, inanimate objects, and of course, animals. In other words, while the Court still held that while a dog is technically still a piece of property, it is unique property with special value and should be treated as such when one owner seeks judicial intervention to decide who gets to keep the pet. When dealing with a divorce that involves dogs and school-aged children, oftentimes the unofficial rule of thumb is to have the dogs follow the children. In other words, when the children change residences to spend time with the other parent, the dogs should be included. And in the majority of situations, including my own personal situation, this is a good practice to follow. Just as children should not be deprived contact with the other parent, dogs shouldn’t either. Going through a divorce when there are dogs involved shouldn’t be ruff. Don’t paws any longer and call me now for a consultation.
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What Are They? Do I Need One? “ WILLTrusts: CONTESTS: How Do They Work? ” BY NANCY M. RICE, ESQ., CELA
We discussed A.) Fraud and B.) Due Execution in the Atlantic
County There are all kinds of Trusts . .2015 . Revocable, Woman September/October issue, PartIrrevocable, 1 of 2. Living, Testamentary, Disclaimer, Special Needs, etc. Today, we will continue in our discussion with C.) Testamentary
Capacity It is confusing, be sure. For the most part, lawyers learn little or nothing about andtoD.) Undue Influence. Trusts in law school. I learned everything I know “OTJ” (“On The Job”) after law school! C.) Testmentary Capacity You will note that I did not include Trusts in my prior articles as one of the The test foreveryone determining capacitynotis everyone rather permissive. Indeed, documents shouldtestamentary have. That is because needs a Trust. the level of capacity needed execute a Will is less than thatasrequired to enter Revocable “Living” Truststohave become increasingly popular substitutes for Wills into a contract. The key questions are whether the person who made the Will in estate planning. Many people believe that by creating a Trust, naming themselves as (called the “Testator”) understood: Trustees, and transferring their assets into the Trust, they will save taxes, simplify the administration of their estates, and save money for their children or other beneficiaries. The nature and extent of the property subject of the Will; in other words, Others believe that if they set up and fund such a Trust, their assets will be what assets the Testator had and planned to leave under his or her Will. protected if they need to go into a nursing home. Unfortunately, these beliefs are not based on fact. Some of these “myths” are untrue objects his or her bounty,” thatyou is, who areRead the Testator’s in all The cases,“natural while some are of untrue because of the state live in. on: next of kin (whether or not he or she wants to leave them anything under Myth # 1:Testator Revocable save the Will, the needs Living to knowTrusts who they are).taxes. This is absolutely wrong. All of the assets in a Living Trust are subject to both State Inheritance Tax and Federal Estate Tax; (and New Jersey Estate Tax too if it is brought The effect of the Will; that the Will would dispose of property following back by our new governor). death. One of the reasons this is so is that a Trust which you set up and control (as Trustee), and you are the beneficiary of (during your lifetime), is considered to be you The relation of each of these factors to the other. for tax purposes. This makes sense, doesn’t it? If you want to argue that assets should not be taxed at your death, you have to give them away!the If you to usethat a Trust, it has to beareirrevocable, control it, Notably, law want presumes all Testators of sound you and cannot competent and when you cannot instances) be a beneficiary at at all!least 18 years of age and mind a Will(inis most executed (assuming he/she was A Living Trust is also treated as you for income tax purposes thus does not has not been declared by a court to be legally incapacitated). and To overcome the save you income taxes during your lifetime. presumption of capacity, the contestant must prove lack of testamentary capac2: the A Revocable Livingby Trust cheaper to administer ityMyth at the # time Will was executed, clearisand convincing evidence. It isthan important to know that it is not enough to show that the Testator was addicted an estate. to drugs alcohol; must prove that states the person was under of is Thisor may be trueyou for residents of some (e.g., Florida), butthe thisinfluence generalization a substance at the time of the execution of the Will. Nor is it sufficient to show wrong more often than it is right. that Testator was forgetful atand themany time,other so long as he she had some capac the In New Jersey, Pennsylvania, states, theor much-feared “PROBATE ityoftoamanage his ortakes her less business affairs. Will” usually than an hour and does not require a lawyer. (Am I really telling you this??) The real workInfluence in the administration of an estate is the collection of the decedent’s D.) Undue assets, the payment of debts and death taxes, and the distribution of the remaining Undue influence hasWill. beenThe defined as any type exertion that can prevent assets according to the administration of aofLiving Trust is almost the same thebecause Testator from following his/her free will. This can include physical, the Trust assets must be collected, the debts and death taxes must bemenpaid, and tal,the or remaining moral exertion. Meremust suggestions, persuasions the exertion of some Trust assets be distributed. The onlyoradvantage of a Living Trust is influence is not enough a Will. Ordinarily, the of challenger the that if the decedent wasto notinvalidate the Trustee, the time and expense searching has for assets burden of proving undue influence. If, however, the Will benefits one who might be avoided. That advantage must be weighed against the time and expense of
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Part 2 of 2 transferring assets to the Trust, as well as the inconvenience and loss of control if you enjoyed special during or “confidential relationship” with the Testator, and there are are not thea Trustee your lifetime! theareexecution Will, the burden of “suspicious Because thecircumstances” steps necessary surrounding to settle a Trust similar to of thethe steps necessary to settle proof willtheshift theshould defender of thetheWill. an estate, legaltofees be about same, especially in New Jersey.
Myth # 3: A Living Trust can an estate. A “confidential relationship” canbe bedistributed found where faster there is than some special trust
This is also wrong. There is no law preventing an Executor from distributing all or between the Testator and a beneficiary under the Will and where the nature of any part of the estate at any time, as long as the Executor is willing to assume the risk that special relationship creates some type of reliance or dependency. At times, of loss if there are additional debts or taxes, or if the distribution is incorrect. a special or confidential relationship has been found to exist between a Testator The Trustee of a Living Trust is also liable for debts and taxes and may delay and: an adult child; other relative; a healthcare provider; a neighbor; an attorney; distributing assets for the same reasons. anaaccountant. Notably, while a confidential or As practical matter, most Executors are reluctantrelationship to distribute naturally assets untilexists the betweentaxes a husband andsettled wife,–the presumption of undue influence will not–generdeath have been which can take from nine months to two years and ally arise even when the Testator’s children are disinherited. there is no reason for the Trustee of a Living Trust to distribute assets more quickly.
Myth # the 4: Even if it might do no good, a Living do noWill As to “suspicious circumstances” component of anTrust unduewill influence contest, the evidence on this issue can be “slight.” Suspicious circumstances have harm. whereInatheir beneficiary the Will engaged prepare the been Notfound necessarily. desire toofavoid the alleged evilshis of attorney “probate,”tomany people jump out ofWill the frying pan and into thehome fire, running into thefrom arms the of facility Testator’s and where a nursing patientdirectly was removed charlatans who are eager sellthat “packages” of Living Trusts exorbitant fees. And by the beneficiary of a to Will was signed a few daysfor later. those Trust documents may be poorly written, with the result that large fees have been you believe that Will should beunnecessary challenged taxes, because was or notcourt executed paidIffor documents thataactually result in legalit fees, costs. properly The probate not without advantages, however, because it requiresetc.) notice (i.e., system it was is forged, didn’t its have the correct number of witnesses, or to beneficiaries and a clear if the estatewhen is nothe/she distributed according to the the because the deceased wasremedy not competent signed it or because Will. to avoid probate litigation,you many people create Trusts that give Will In wastheir thedesire product of undue influence, should hire a seasoned attorney, fewer rights to their beneficiaries so, ifarea the Trustee turnsnot outdelay to be with dishonest who has significant experienceand in this of law. Do youror decihostile, the beneficiaries of a Living Trust may find themselves hampered by the Trust sion to engage an experienced attorney because the law allows only a narrow document their during attemptswhich to recover theirand/or inheritances. window ofintime a caveat a Will contest may be filed. Most importantly, if clients (incorrectly) believe that the Trust will protect their assets or save taxes, will answer be less likelyyour to ask questions and discover problem Nancy Ricetheycan questions and the concerns! before it is too late.
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When would a Revocable Living Trust be appropriate?
In my practice, I utilize Revocable Living Trusts to: 1) Create Privacy: When people would prefer that others not be given the opportunity to see what their Wills say (because Wills are public records, recorded when probated, and Revocable Living Trusts are private family documents and not recorded); and 2) Avoid Ancillary Probate: When clients own real estate in states where probate is difficult, especially Florida (so that we avoid the need to probate the Will in NJ and then again in another state, which is required to transfer real estate only). Because State laws vary widely, it is important to work with a lawyer licensed in New Jersey, and because most lawyers are not familiar with the workings of trusts or tax law, a lawyer who specializes in estate planning.
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Platelet Rich Plasma and Stem Cell Therapy: An Effective Treatment for Painful Joints pain, nerve injury, plastic surgery, burns, split-thickness skin graft Many patients tend to develop chronic donor sites, and stress fractures. It may also be used after surgical degenerative joint issues as they age. Pain procedures to assist in the healing process in areas of poor blood from the hip, knees, elbows and shoulders supply. One of the main benefits of PRP is that the patient’s own blood plague a large majority of the chronic pain population in our country. These complaints is used, making this procedure safe, cost effective, and without side effects. The natural healing process may take 3-6 weeks after the are common and can cause decreased injection and the procedure may need to be repeated 1-2 more times range of motion and a poor quality of life in a 6 month period to encourage full healing and regeneration. since it becomes more difficult to perform With stem cell therapy, stem cells are harvested from the iliac crest (a bone in the hip) and then also injected into the site of tissue activities of daily living. Typically nondamage to help decrease pain, increase mobility and regenerate steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAID’s) are damaged joints. These two techniques are safe and great for patients prescribed by physicians to help decrease who are hesitant to undergo surgery or for those patients who have pain that can come from achy joints. As already been told by their surgeon that joint replacement is not an option for them. time progresses, patients may benefit AUTOLOGOUS ADULT STEM CELLS (ASCS) are from cortisone injections and or joint being used to treat many types of chronic pain and degeneration. replacement. Currently doctors are treating shoulder, knee, hip, and spine However, before considering going under the knife to have joint replacement surgery a new modality is gaining popularity and providing patients the opportunity to “regenerate” damaged joints. Regenerative medicine is a new and exciting field that is showing promise in reversing years of joint deterioration. Regenerative medicine utilizes the ability of the body to heal itself. The two most promising regenerative techniques that are providing chronic joint pain relief are platelet rich plasma (PRP) therapy and stem cell (ST) therapy. With PRP, whole blood is drawn from the patient and then spun down to a platelet rich plug. This powerful platelet plug contains a multitude of growth factors that when injected into painful arthritic joints can help regrow and regenerate years of damage. PRP therapy may be used to manage numerous injuries including muscle injuries (hamstring sprains, biceps and triceps injuries, calf and quadriceps injuries), ligament injuries (ACL, MCL, LCL sprains and tears of the knees), tendon injuries (Achilles tendonitis, rotator cuff injuries, tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis), patellar and quadriceps tendonitis), degenerative conditions such as arthritis (osteoarthritis), joint pain, degenerative disc disease, plantar fasciitis, shin splints, neck and back
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Heartworm, as the name implies, are worms that live in your pet’s heart! It is hardly healthy, as you might imagine, and potentially deadly. Heartworm is carried by mosquitos and is endemic (meaning it’s always here) in New Jersey. The main problem is, there are NO symptoms of this disease until the heart has already been damaged! For dogs, infection eventually leads to congestive heart failure with symptoms of coughing and trouble breathing. At this point, heart damage is NOT reversible. For cats, heartworm can lead to sudden death with no symptoms. Treatment for heartworm disease is dangerous and can lead to death. As the worms die, they are swept along by the bloodstream into the lungs, where they can act like a giant blood clot, causing allergic reactions and severe complications. In addition, the treating drug is in short supply now, and it may not be available. We cannot use this drug in cats as the drug has severe side effects, so in essence there is NO treatment for heartworm disease in cats. Fortunately, there is a preventive medication that the pet takes once a month. I remind you, it only takes ONE mosquito, and so every time you walk your dog, the dog is at risk. For cats that go outside, even “on the porch,” they are also at risk. For dogs, now there is an injection called Pro Heart. This is a shot given once every six months; so then you do not have to give the pills at all. This is not available for cats. Spring is a wonderful season, but it can turn deadly. Make sure your pet is tested and put on medication to prevent this potentially deadly disease.
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There are many important decisions seniors will need to make in their lifetime. One of the most important is how to plan for future health care services and expenses, such as private duty home care. The options and decision-making process can be overwhelming, but, fortunately, there are many resources available to seniors and their families to help them make sound decisions regarding their care.
Aging Life Care Professionals
(also known as a geriatric care managers) Aging life care professionals specialize in advising and facilitating the appropriate care management of seniors. They can have experience in any number of fields related to care management, including nursing, gerontology, social work, or psychology with a focus on issues related to aging and elder care. Aging life care professionals can assist in areas such as: • Home care services: determining types of services that are appropriate for the client and helping the family to engage and monitor those services • Housing: helping families evaluate and select the appropriate level of housing or residential options • Social activities: connecting clients and families with activities to help them keep engaged and independent • Legal support: consulting with elder law attorneys or providing expert opinions for Permanent Makeup
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Certified Senior Advisors
Certified Senior Advisors (CSAs) are trained to identify and accurately serve the complex and diverse needs of the aging population. They are professionals in an industry that serves seniors and have the certification through The Society of Certified Senior Advisors that qualifies them to advise seniors on health, social, and financial issues.
Certified Care Managers
Similar to CSAs, Certified Care Managers (CCMs) are health and human services specialists who act as guides and advocates for clients, as well as families who are caring for older relatives or disabled adults. Look for a CCM who is certified by the National Academy of Certified Care Managers (NACCM), or Commission For Case Manager Certification (CCMC). So you can feel confident that they are qualified to perform the full range of care management tasks.
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policy and coverage, your major medical insurance provider may pay for some or all of your home care nursing services.
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Feet First: Say Goodbye to Plantar Fasciitis If you’ve ever suffered from Plantar Fasciitis (PF), then you know firsthand about the debilitating and persistent pain it can cause. Described as feeling like you have a rock in your sock or a sharp pain in your heel, what makes the condition even more frustrating is that there is no instant cure. PF is considered an overuse injury and is defined as an inflammation of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is a sheet of connective tissue, more like a ligament than a tendon, and stretches from your heel to your toes, spanning the arch of the foot. It is the area that keeps the arch of the foot from flattening completely when bearing weight and provides shock absorption when you walk or stand. Only time can make the inflammation in the fascia subside, but there are plenty of ways to treat the painful symptoms.
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Allergies are usually defined as an overreaction of the immune system to a foreign protein substance, also known as an allergen, that is eaten, breathed into the lungs, injected or touched. This overreaction causes coughing, sneezing, itchy eyes and a runny nose. Severe allergic reactions can result in rashes, hives, difficulty breathing and even death. Unfortunately, there are no cures for allergies. However, allergies can
be managed with proper prevention or treatment. For instance, if you have seasonal allergies, you may want to start taking your allergy medications leading up to that particular season. If you are already having an allergic reaction, get to your physician or local emergency room immediately so that the allergy can be treated right away with the proper medications. Here are some allergy facts from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America: • More Americans than ever before say they are suffering from allergies. It is among the country’s most common, yet often overlooked, diseases. • An estimated 50 million Americans, one in five, suffer from all types of allergies including indoor/outdoor, food and drug, latex, insect, skin and eye allergies. Allergy prevalence overall has been increasing since the early 1980s across all age, sex and racial groups. • Allergy is the fifth leading chronic disease in the U.S. among all ages, and the third most common chronic disease among children under 18 years old. • Nearly 400 Americans die each year due to drug allergies from penicillin, 200 deaths occur each year from food allergies and 100 die due to insect allergies.
Make your current medication in an allergy free form. For example, if you are allergic to a dye or filler in your manufactured medication, we possibly could make that medication without fillers or dye free. Make your discontinued allergy medication. Some manufacturers stop making certain medications from time to time. If you had an allergy medication you had been taking for years with success that suddenly became unavailable, we may be able to make that same medication for you in our compounding lab. Flavor your medication while still keeping it allergen free. Many flavorings contain sweeteners or dyes. If you are allergic to these products, it is very difficult to find a medication that smells and tastes good. In many cases, we can still flavor your medication with dye free flavorings and make your medication taste great!
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Do Artificial Sweeteners Help with Weight Loss? Written By Barbara Greenling, DNP, MSN, APN-C
Do you drink diet soda, versus regular, thinking you’re doing your body a favor? Are you under the impression that artificial sweeteners are a healthier alternative, especially for weight loss? You are not alone. Recent statistics show that close to a third of Americans say they use artificial sweeteners daily. Typical examples include aspartame (Equal, NutraSweet), sucralose (Splenda), and stevia (Truvia, Pure Via). They’re all available in packets and are also added to soda, yogurt, and other foods.
But do these sugar substitutes actually help you lose weight? New research suggests they do not. In fact, these zero-calorie additives may have the opposite effect — and possibly even increase the risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease. Researchers reviewed 37 studies that included a total of more than 400,000 people. But only seven were “gold standard” randomized controlled trials, which compared people who used artificial sweeteners with a control (placebo) for six to 24 months. Those studies found no clear proof that the fake sugars helped overweight people shed pounds. Perhaps a different approach to dropping the pounds is in order. Instead of focusing on replacing sweetness in your food and drinks, maybe re-training your palette to less – sweet alternatives would be best in the long run. For example, unsweetened iced tea is far more thirst-quenching and refreshing than the sweetened version. You may actually find you prefer it if given the chance! Start to experiment by leaving your comfort zone a bit and trying new ways to limit and enjoy your sweets. This is especially important if you are overweight so as to prevent bigger problems down the line. If, however, you’ve already been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and you’re overweight, you should get started as soon as possible on a weight loss plan. It
is important to work with a medical professional or registered dietitian to help you figure out a plan that will work for you—a healthy meal plan, physical activity, and realistic goals will help you reach a healthy weight.
There are many advantages to losing weight (and not just diabetes-related ones):
• Boost your energy level • Lower your cholesterol levels (especially important for people with type 2 diabetes) • Protect your heart (also important for people with diabetes, since heart-related complications are very common) • Make it easier to control your blood glucose level As you may already know, losing weight can be a challenge, but don’t let that stop you. Do whatever you need to in order to stay motivated. It is the amount of calories we eat that contributes to weight gain. Make small changes. Learn portion sizes and reduce the amount of snacks in your day to reduce the total amount of calories you consume each day. Find cookbooks with healthier recipes using low-fat options. A Final Note on Weight Loss For some people, losing weight doesn’t help them have better control of their blood glucose levels, and that’s all right. They may need to use medications or insulin to keep their blood glucose level in the normal range, but they should also still eat healthy foods and increase physical activity. Everyone should strive for a healthy weight. Losing weight can help lower your body’s insulin resistance, but if it doesn’t help you achieve better blood glucose control, that doesn’t mean you’ve failed—or that you should give up. Losing weight and then maintaining a healthy weight are healthy choices for life—whether you have type 2 diabetes or not.
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Crossroad for Angels: Helping Survivors Overcome Their Past Eve Cortes, founder of Crossroad for Angels, strives to educate, help and inform survivors of sexual abuse and incest. Her Story When I walked into my new apartment for the first time and saw the surreal view from the window, it took my breath away. I walked out to the deck and looked out towards the ocean and watched the waves flow back and forth. I was drawn to the ocean, the sound of the waves and the seagulls as they glided by. It brought me back. Back to a place I had spent years trying to forget. As a child I had always lived by the ocean; the sounds and smells of the shore always brought me back to the abuse. I knew my brother loved me, but was this love? It started off with small things like an innocent game of playing house. I was the mom and he was the dad. “This is what mommies and daddies do,” he’d say, demonstrating with my Barbies how they should kiss and touch. Eventually the toys went away and our game of house turned into him on top of me, touching me in the living room, not uttering a word. The silence was deafening. I knew this was wrong, but he was loving me. This was love. Someone loved me. One morning I went downstairs and saw my brother in the living room, where that awful green velvet couch was, that couch. I told him I wanted a new teddy bear. He told me that he probably couldn’t get me one on that particular day. That’s when I made my threat. If he didn’t get me the bear, I would reveal our secret to the world. He promised me he’d try. The next night, after I had fallen asleep, I woke up to screams. It was my mother crying and screaming for her son. The neighbor was over and had seen me come down the steps. She took me to her place and sat me down to tell me that my brother had killed himself. For years I blamed myself, but I have finally come to terms with the fact that this was all out of my control. One day I was watching my daughter, who, at the time, was four years old, and it hit me. I was her age when it started, and seeing how innocent and vulnerable she was helped me realize I was not at fault. I couldn’t have been, because I was once her. A million mistakes later and years of therapy have helped me heal. I still have eons of healing to do, but I am a great work in progress. I love my new apartment now. I embrace the past and have learned I cannot change it. Whenever I look out into the ocean and can see where the sky and water meet, I know there is something greater out there guiding me. What I experienced with my brother was not love, it was abuse. I know that now and the ocean no longer reminds me of the pain. It brings me hope. I have finally realized that the only way to forget was to remember...
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trust to help me and support me did not, but also because I feel broken, damaged, worthless and defective---a pariah in my family and society. I know I shouldn’t, but I can’t help it. The effects, results, consequences, sequelae, damage, devastation and ruination that commonly befall people young or adult, male or female, who experience sexual harassment and assault are variable based on numerous qualifying factors. The themes of fear, outrage, shame, helplessness, hopelessness, self-blame, anger, anxiety, depression and many physical symptoms all occur in one way or another ubiquitously. Societies that overlook, passively condone, dismissively sanction and promulgate attitudes and beliefs that sexual assault is there for the taking without remorse or recourse are all over the globe. Sadly, our country lacks leadership and political will or role modeling to eradicate these ‘horrendiomas’ permanently. The moral perspective, although by appearances, is ironclad, lacks the uniform enforceability for these demoralizing events to permanently cease for all and for “good.” Recent cascading reports, prosecutions and allegations have made these crimes in the shadows get the long overdue benefit of more light and public awareness. The outcry and mobilization of grassroots forces and legislative hype will hopefully translate to meaningful and lasting changes for all. These depictions are not intended to represent every aspect or emotion that the people who have experienced this form of egregious abuse go through. It’s a sampling of this harmed population that I’ve worked with over the last 30 years. There are many other facets and symptoms that these experiences can and do create. It’s imperative that these battered people are well understood, respected and helped. Unfortunately, the scope and form of this type of injury is too vast and too diverse to capture here. As such, to do this serious issue some justice, we will continue and conclude our review, including treatment options, in PART III.
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WHAT YOU NEED TO DO TO PREVENT DEMENTIA AND ALZHEIMER’S Roberta Foss-Morgan, D.O. completed post-baccalaureate training in Pre-Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. After which, she received her medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her internship and residency in Family Medicine was completed at the Virtua Health System. Dr. Morgan was Board Certified in 1995. In 2005, Dr. Morgan authored her first book, What Your Doctor Won’t Tell You About Weight Loss. Further training in European Endocrinology, Mesotherapy, Medical Weight Loss, and Intravenous Therapies has required extensive travel throughout the US and Europe. Dr. Morgan has appeared on CNN, Ch 3 KYW, Fox News and numerous other live TV and radio shows. She is a frequently requested lecturer to physicians and patients.
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revious medical training taught us that no one could be diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease (AD) until they die and an autopsy is performed to study their brain. In my last two articles I have been writing about the most scientifically thorough explanation of what AD is and how to prevent it. Many are already a little concerned as they tell me that they are losing words, going to a room and not remembering what they needed, and experiencing other minor neurological blips. This brain fog is reparable. The latest scientific information is thoroughly and expertly presented in the recently released book called The End of Alzheimer’s ~ The First Program to Prevent and Reverse Cognitive Decline by Dale Bredesen, MD of the Buck Institute for Research and Aging and UCLA’s Mary S. Easton Center for Alzheimer’s Disease Research. In over three decades of research and more than 200 scientific papers, Dr. Bredesen explains the basic mechanisms of neurodegeneration (loss of brain function). There needs to be a balance in your brain between synapse-preserving and synapse-destroying processes. Synapses are your brain’s way of connecting words and thoughts together in a comprehensible fashion. His initial protocol involved over 25 different interventions, which individually don’t make a big difference, but together can provide powerful synergistic benefits. Each intervention is tweaked over time by using blood tests, body measurements, brain imaging, and other protocols to measure the effects of treatment. Dr. Bredesen has since expanded the protocol and is in the process of making it available to the wider public with the help of doctors certified in the protocol through MPI Cognition. Cognitive decline is largely the result of three fundamental threats to your brain: inflammation; a shortage of brain-boosting nutrients, deficient or imbalanced hormones, need for other cognitive-supporting molecules; and toxic exposure. The book explains the 36 causes of AD. AD can exist in three distinct subtypes, thus each person’s treatment plan will be profoundly different. The ReCODE program illustrated in the
book teaches how to prevent and reverse early onset dementia and introduces you to the fact that no one should die from AD. ReCODE stands for reversal of cognitive decline and was published in Aging in 2014. A genuine new AD drug has not been approved since 2003, and the currently approved AD medications are ineffective in stopping or slowing the course of the disease. If there are 36 causes of AD, a few medications are not going to reverse or improve AD. Dr. Bredesen explains a typical day for most of those who get the AD diagnosis: work late, have late-night snack, now your insulin is sky-high while you sleep, awaken with just a few hours of sleep, start to get stressed as you contemplate your day, grab a sweet roll or doughnut, a large glass of OJ, a big slug of low-fat (not organic) milk in your coffee, the dairy and sugar will increase inflammation, ensure that you will become insulin resistant, and poke holes in your intestinal lining as a result of eating gluten for decades. Then pop your acid-blocking medication (read the package insert, only to be taken for 2-4 weeks), even though by reducing stomach acid you won’t be able to absorb key nutrients like zinc, magnesium, and B12, then you’ll take your statin and lower your cholesterol level below 150 and thereby increase your risk of brain atrophy (your brain is 60% fat and requires cholesterol to function). Then jump in the car, making sure not to get any exercise before work and minimizing vitamin D levels, being so busy limits interpersonal positive social interactions, then your blood sugar crashes mid-morning, no worries…just hit office pantry and have a chocolate-chip muffin. Then lunch. No time so you eat a sandwich with white bread, spongy saline-injected turkey with synthetic hormones, antibiotics, GMOs, insecticides, herbicides, and pesticides. Or possibly you will have a mercury-laden tuna sandwich. Wash it down with diet soda. And possibly you will have access to a brownie, so you can get your trans fats and lower your healthful omega-3 fats. We will stop here because the rest of the day is similar. I will list SOME of Dr. Bredesen’s protocol that requires your participation and willingness to change. Make dietary changes, embracing healthy fats and acknowledging that the maximum amount of carbohydrates per day is 15 grams, aka three teaspoons of sugar. Don’t count calories. Rather, count the grams of carbohydrates you eat per day to help you understand how the typical American diet is filled with carbohydrates/sugar. Practice intermittent fasting. Try not to eat for 12 hours; e.g., 7pm to 7am. No food three hours prior to bedtime. If this is beginning to sound like the Atkins diet, yes, the idea is to get yourself into ketosis so you are a fat-burning machine. The problem with the Atkins diet was that it was filled with toxins, and this diet employs eating organically. Have your doctor test your homocysteine, hsCRP, B12, vitamin D, insulin, HgbA1C, estradiol, progesterone, free testosterone, free T3 and various other hormones, zinc:copper ratio, employ Lumosity and Posit Science computer games to stimulate your brain utilizing neuronal plasticity, optimize antioxidants and mitochondrial function, optimize sleep and gastrointestinal health. Incorporating the protocol will take time. Too many of my patients are visiting one or both parents in Alzheimer’s units of nursing homes. How very sad. And how fortunate we are to have Dr. Bredesen make prevention his legacy.
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ccording to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, there are an estimated 12,500 new spinal cord injury cases each year and approximately 276,000 people living with a spinal cord injury in the United States today. When a traumatic blow impacts a person’s spine – from a car accident, a fall, sports or another injury – he or she may experience a variety of symptoms based on the location and intensity of the trauma, including paralysis, weakness, numbness, increased muscle tone and spasticity, neurological impairment and pain. For spinal cord injury patients who experience paraplegia, or impairment in motor sensory function of the lower extremities, a groundbreaking new device actually enables them to walk again. ReWalk™, a revolutionary new piece of technology, is a wearable exoskeleton that fits to a person’s body to provide motion and improve quality of life. Approved by the Food and Drug Administration in June 2014, the ReWalk was developed by Dr. Amit Goffer – an Israeli inventor who became a quadriplegic
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after an ATV accident in 1997 – who based the technology on his own experience using mobility devices. With motionsensing technology and battery-powered, motorized legs powering knee and hip Gene L., ReWalker – photo courtesy of ReWalk motion, the ReWalk enables spinal cord injury patients to sit, stand, walk and turn. Patients wear an exoskeleton that is individually fitted to their body and a backpack with a computerized control system. To start moving, all the patient needs to do is subtly change his or her center of gravity by tilting the upper body. Continual body shifting causes the ReWalk to keep the legs moving, allowing the user to walk. The more the patient walks, the more he or she builds up the strength to walk longer distances. In addition to the user’s ability to stand and walk independently, clinical studies of the ReWalk show significant health benefits on both a physiological and psychological level. This data indicated improvements in cardiovascular health, loss of fat tissue, building of lean muscle mass, improved bowel function, increased endurance and even the potential to improve nerve function. A representative of ReWalk visited Bacharach Institute for Rehabilitation in September 2014, shortly after the device was approved by the FDA, to introduce the new technology to the facility’s physical and occupational therapy teams. Seeing a live ReWalk demonstration had a profound effect on the entire staff, ultimately leading Rebecca G. using the ReWalk at to the decision to purchase a unit and offer it to the local Bacharach Institute for Rehabilitation spinal cord community. An article in the Press of Atlantic City caught the eye Ruth Newman Shapiro Cancer & Heart Fund of several members of the Ruth Newman Shapiro Cancer Ruth Newman Shapiro (RNS) Cancer and and Heart Fund (RNS), a philanthropic organization Heart Fund is a volunteer organization that has that raises money for organizations providing cancer care raised more than $17 million to fund programs, and cardiac care. They were intrigued to learn about the services and equipment purchases for hospitals cardiovascular benefits ReWalk could provide for people in southeastern New Jersey. with spinal cord injury. Since the benefits were consistent RNS is asking kindly for your donation to with its mission, RNS generously pledged $72,240 to help fulfill our pledge. Any amount will help! Bacharach for the purchase of a ReWalk in June 2015. With enough donations we are also hoping to Today, Bacharach, located in Pomona, is one of only be able to pledge the funds to purchase another two facilities in the state where ReWalk exoskeleton ReWalk so many more spinal injury persons will therapy is available, helping paralyzed patients improve be able to feel the JOY of walking again and the physical differences in their bodies after being their health and giving them a chance to walk upright confined to a wheel chair for life. RNS Thanks again.
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or many of us, gaining weight is insidious, meaning it occurs in a gradual, subtle way, but has harmful effects. Being overweight is associated with a number of chronic illnesses and premature death, including heart disease, certain cancers, and obesity-related diseases such as diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, and osteoarthritis. Weight gain takes time; however, we often become frustrated when our attempts to shed those pounds are not successful, quickly. Recently a friend of mine told me on the phone that she had to lose 15 pounds by next month so she could look her best and fit into “that” dress as Mother of the Bride for her daughter’s much-anticipated wedding. I was concerned by what I thought was an overly ambitious and unsafe goal and asked her how she planned on doing it. She responded that she was going to do the “Master Cleanse.” My eyebrows raised and I strongly cautioned her against fad or crash diets and how they could be harmful. I did more research on her cleanse and found that there were a number of variations, but that it mainly consisted of consuming only water with lemon juice, maple syrup and cayenne pepper. Some versions included taking a laxative. And while it can help shed some weight, it did so by functioning like a diuretic, meaning you lost mainly water weight that would return quickly once you begin eating solid foods again. And, too, there were a number of reports of people landing in the emergency room from side effects such as dizziness and dehydration. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a healthy rate of weight loss is one to two pounds per week. If you are planning on losing weight, it is important to keep this in mind and set realistic goals. Weight gain often occurs gradually and subtly, and weight loss does the same. Here are some tips to lose that weight and keep it off.
home, or order a salad and appetizer as your meal. If eating at home, plate your food in reasonable portions (e.g., fist size for meat, half a baseball of pasta or rice) and avoid going back for seconds and thirds. 2. Cut liquid calories. Just one can of soda contains 150 calories, a glass of juice 130 calories, a glass of red wine 125 calories, a bottle of beer 150 calories, and a glass, two, or three of water ZERO calories. Additionally, when we drink our calories, it doesn’t typically provide satiety—the feeling of fullness—the same way that food does. If you enjoy a calorie-containing beverage, do so, but in moderation. If you drink a can of soda, wine, or beer a day or a few times a week, skip a day, or opt for half a glass or a smaller-sized can. And whenever possible, choose water. 3. Drink lots of water. Water fills up our tummies and, as a result, leaves less room for an insatiable appetite. In a study published in the Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, researchers found that drinking more water is associated with decreased calories, sugar, and salt consumption. Researchers interviewed 18,311 adults and found that those who drank 1-3 additional cups of water consumed between 69-206 fewer calories; 6-18 fewer grams of sugar; and 78-235 fewer milligrams of sodium. 4. Get your ZZZ’s. Poor sleep, generally speaking, means poor diets. We have hormones in our body that signal when the body is full and when the body is hungry. Ghrelin (sounds like “gremlin” without the “m”) makes our bodies want to eat; whereas leptin tells our bodies that we are full. They act in a see-saw fashion and counterbalance each other. A lack of sleep warps the way these hormones are released: More ghrelin, less leptin. This can significantly increase our appetite for high-calorie and highfat foods. And if that wasn’t enough, we also experience a reduction in our rational decision-making abilities. A sleepy brain appears to not only respond more strongly to junk food, but also is less capable of reigning that impulse in. And, of course, successful weight loss is usually accompanied by increasing calorie expenditure with physical activity. However, exercise cannot negate or wipe out the ravaging effects of a poor diet. If you are trying to lose weight, the key is to set reasonable goals and create a plan that you can stick with for a lifetime. Think of it as a marathon, not a sprint.
Dr. Nina’s What You Need To Know About Some Simple Weight Loss Strategies That Are Tried And True:
1. Make small changes to what you eat. Whether we are at the grocery store, fast food restaurant, sit-down restaurant, or plating a homecooked dinner, research shows our portions are exploding compared to 20 years ago. This makes it easy to scarf down an extra 100-200 calories of food a day – and over time, those extra calories really add up. In one year, this can lead to a 10- to 20-pound weight gain! Pay attention to portions. When you order at a restaurant, ask them to pack half before serving the dish so you can take it
Nina Radcliff, M.D., is a practicing physician; a Board Certified Anesthesiologist and member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists where she serves on committees for young physicians and communications. Often called upon by media to speak to medical health topics impacting our lives today, Dr. Nina is passionate about sharing truths for healthy, balanced living as well as wide preventative measures.
This article is for general information only and should not be used for the diagnosis or treatment of medical conditions and cannot substitute for the advice from your medical professional. Dr. Nina has used all reasonable care in compiling the current information but it may not apply to you and your symptoms. Always consult a doctor or other health care professional for diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.
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“Unconditional Love”
fed him upright, he could survive. He lived 5 The Funny Farm Rescue & incredible years – the most wonderful life ever Sanctuary, located in Mays and inspired us all to make the best of each day Landing, NJ, is home to over One of the best places in the 550 world to learn unwanted, the meaning of and to never give up! He is one of the most previously dogs to have ever lived and was even “unconditional love” is the Funny Farm Rescueanimals. & Sanctuaryinspirational in injured, or abused inducted into the New Jersey Animal Hall of Fame this year, along with the entire Mays Landing, NJ. Most of them would have been Funny Farm. euthanized if they didn’t have Willie Nelson was a remarkable turkey. He couldn’t stand because of a foot If you’ve ever had a pet, you have a pretty good idea how much they love you and get infection. We made a special harness so he could stand without putting weight on place to are live, excited when you come home and how sadthis they wonderful are when you leave. Those the lucky his ones. injured foot. He was treated like a king and lived a long, happy life and was one Not all animals are so lucky to have someone them.just the beginning. It butlove that’s of the sweetest animals on the farm. The animals at the Funny Farm Rescue the exceptions. Theyago have when thousands allarebegan 18 years of people each year who come to visit and give them the love they need. Most animals Cowboy was a baby goat with a broken one woman, Zaleski, come to the farm from very difficult situations. Many were Laurie disabled, abused, injured, or leg. At just one month old, a little girl saved founded the Funny Farm. unwanted. Some people simply didn’t make arrangements for their pets after they were him from an awful situation and brought
gone and the animals had nowhere to go. How scary that must be for these sweet animalshim to the Funny Farm Rescue. After several Through visiting days and social media, visits to the vet, many adjustments were made. that gave their owners so much love. these livesgoat andwith adventures One example is a nameless little black andanimals’ white baby a brokenand leg. At lessHe had surgery and a pin put in his leg and thousands than a month old, he was injured and waseven in a challenges lot of pain.are Hisshared futurewith was dark. Through aa special brace made and his leg eventually of people. inspirational series of miracles, Laurie Zaleski, the Founder of theTheir Funnystories Farm are Rescue, found out about healed. He now has full use of it and has had lives andhim. personalities are this little goat’s situation and didn’t waste and any their time rescuing a wonderful life. He is the happiest goat you Because many of them We made a custom splint to stabilizefascinating. his leg because he couldn’t stand onare it at all. He ever saw and thinks he’s a dog. needed food and water brought to his mouth whiletohe lay in a new made allowed roam free and warm minglebed with eachjust for Life rarely goes as planned for any of us, him. Farley the Farm Manager, a 1-year-old Australian Shepard, him under his wing other and visitors, theytook blossom into the but you make the best with what you and gave him a lot of love and attention. wonderful creatures they were meant to have. We have the power to affect others The little goat was black and white and so much a cow thatneeds. he earned the be, looked especially if theylike have special and to make each other’s lives better. name “Cowboy.” Over the next few days, and visits many perfect veterinarians, Zaleski Life isn’ttoalways for people andtook At the Funny Farm Rescue, we do all to him to the University of Pennsylvania, where they had the best equipment. Several animals alike. Sometimes things happen thousands of dollars were spent trying to save his leg from possible nerve damage and we can do to make whatever adjustments that are beyond our control and we do are necessary to give over 550 animals a amputation. best make accommodations. Many He lived in the house so he could beour cared fortoproperly and received much chance to have a wonderful life that they times, all face things we never he thought socialization with other animals and people. And we because of this interaction, has no idea he’shave a goat, didn’t before. The Funny Farm is a we would. It’s how we deal with them he thinks he’s a dog! place where miracles come true and life that matters. Seven months later, not only has Cowboy’s leg healed, he has captured the hearts ofispeople overthese wonderful creatures betterallthan the globe!! He makes everyone laugh and gets Atinto the everything! Funny Farm, celebrate Hewe is now known as the “Donations could have ever dreamed of. Many had lost any hope at all. Once you visit, and see Inspector.” When visitors come and donatelife food the animals, they barely have time to get out of andforappreciate every moment. the lives they live now, you won’t want to leave. their cars when they discover Cowboy is already car! to make the We doinside all intheir our power He has a wonderful, lovable, sweet personality and will necessary stop at nothing to make you laugh has Farm Rescue is the perfect place for families to spend the Theand Funny accommodations for these an unlimited supply of kisses! Everyone is his friend! Somehow he knows what was done for him and animals to not just survive but to thrive. day. We areheopen each Sunday and Tuesday from 8-4pm year round. appreciates his life now. Our beloved Chucky the Miracle Dog, We festivals The unconditional love that comes from an animal is astounding, but the unconditional lovehave that many comes events from anand animal that throughout the year and are excited a German Shepherd, was expected to to share of Sanctuary each animal at the farm. You can’t help but to fall in was once in distress is nothing short of miraculous! Nearly 400 of these animals at the Funny Farmstories Rescue & are waiting live just 6 months with a condition love. to meet you and your family!! Coming to the Farm is easy but leaving your new furry friends is very difficult. called mega-esophagus. corrective All life is precious. If there is something we can do as humans No to preserve and protect it, in nearly all cases, surgery was possible. Laurie learned the unconditional love you receive in return is something you will simply never if forget. Follow us on Facebook: she blended his food in a blender and “Funny Farm Rescue”
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Jennifer Gallas, Physician Assistant, Advanced Care OB/GYN Jennifer Gallas-Balmer, Physician Assistant, was born and raised in Middlesex County and now resides in Egg Harbor Township with her husband, Thom, and their three young sons, Thomas, Jack, and Owen. She has been a resident of Atlantic County for over a decade after receiving her degree in Physician Assistant studies from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She has been a practicing physician assistant for the past 10 years and recently joined Advanced Care OB/GYN with Dr. Salvatore Carfagno, DO, to focus her practice on women’s health. Jennifer has always wanted to work in the health care field and finds it very rewarding to be a physician assistant. She enjoys providing care to her patients and promoting overall wellness. When not working, she is spending time with her family, traveling, and going to the beach.
For more information, call (609) 272-0506 or (609) 927-2244 or visit www.advancedcareobgyn.com. Photo by Donna Andrews Photography
Maryann Prudhomme, MS, RN, CCM, CSA, BAYADA Home Health Care Maryann Prudhomme, RN, CSA, received her nursing degree at St. Agnes Hospital in Philadelphia and a degree in Health Care Administration from St. Joseph’s College, Windham, ME. In 2003, Maryann became the director of BAYADA Home Health Care, a national home care agency serving adults in Atlantic and Cape May counties. There, she drew on her extensive nursing and management experience to help ensure that BAYADA is the home care provider of choice to meet the needs of the area’s aging population. She is a certified senior advisor, providing much-needed education to seniors and their families. Maryann also completed her Master of Science in Aging Service and is a certified senior care manager with a certificate in geriatric care management. Maryann currently lives in Ocean City, NJ and likes to provide individual and community education about long-term care resources. To schedule a community education program, or learn more about home care, contact Maryann at 609-926-4600, or mprudhomme@bayada.com. Photo by Donna Andrews Photography
Jessica Mendez, Receptionist, Go Feet Jessica Mendez is the full-time front desk receptionist for Dr. Stuart Honick at his practice that serves both the Hammonton and Mays Landing areas. Jessica was born in Mexico and raised in Hammonton since the age of ten, where she graduated from Hammonton High School in 2012. She has experience in both the medical and financial fields and volunteers as a catechism educator for the St Mary of Mt Carmel Parish as well. The oldest of five children, she enjoys spending time with her family the most. Jessica first came on to the practice as a patient. When the opportunity arose, she was first employed as a medical assistant and has now transitioned to the front desk. She enjoys working for such a qualified medical professional in a practice that caters to a diversity of patient foot care needs. Jessica enjoys learning of the advancements in the podiatric medical and surgical fields as Dr. Honick employs many innovative treatment options in his practice. With a bright smile on her face, Jessica is always eager to assist any patient needs from check-in to check-out.
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Etya Schecter, PA-C, Relievus
Etya Schecter, a recent graduate of the Physician Assistant program at Touro College, is licensed to practice in New Jersey and New York. Her passion for the practice of medicine in combination with her desire to help others led her to choose a career in the healthcare field. Her determination to create the optimal work-life balance steered her towards the PA profession in particular. “Each individual has to make her own choices regarding the relative priorities of work and family,” Etya states. “For me, both are extremely important. As a PA, I believe that I can find the right balance between these two roles.” Etya recently accepted a position at Relievus, a pain management practice that provides compassionate and individualized care for those with chronic pain conditions and neurological disorders. She is looking forward to utilizing her knowledge and skills to improve the quality of life and provide pain control to those in need.
For more information, call 888-985-ASAP (2727) or visit www.relievus.com. Photo by Tracy Harman Photography
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Ava Cocchi, Interior Designer, Ava’s Design Ideas Ava never expected to be an interior designer. Instead, she found herself following her father’s footsteps into law. After getting her law degree at Villanova University, she found herself raising her three kids, and during that time, to keep her creative juices flowing, she remodeled several homes. Eventually friends and family started using Ava for design jobs within their homes, and Ava’s Design Ideas took off. Whether it’s a whole house or help with paint colors, Ava is always willing to assist so your home truly represents you. For more information, call 609-412-9901.
Brittany Mikajlo, CCC-SLP, Body In Balance Brittany recently began working as the speech-language pathologist at Body in Balance. She received her master’s degree in 2015 from Marywood University in Scranton, PA, and has two-and-a-half years of experience in the rehab setting, working with patients with a variety of voice, swallowing, comprehension, language, and cognitive deficits. At Body in Balance, Brittany works with helping Parkinson’s patients find their voices. She enjoys seeing patients improve throughout their time in therapy and especially loves seeing their reactions when they get to meet their goals. When not at work, Brittany enjoys knitting, crocheting, and spending time with her fiancé, and her cats Figaro and Tigger. For more information, call 609-365-8499
Caroline Atwood, RT(N), RMA, Medical Practice Manager, Sood Center for Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery Caroline leads a team of dedicated staff and is responsible for the day-to-day operational management of Sood Center for Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery. She prioritizes providing a safe, comfortable, and positive office experience for all patients and staff alike. Caroline is a Rutgers College graduate with degrees in psychology and biological science. Her passion for people and healthcare led her into the medical field. She earned a license in nuclear medicine and has had extensive experience working in the healthcare sector for over 24 years in the hospital and outpatient settings. Caroline loves both the administrative and clinical aspects of her job and is always excited to meet new patients. She is proud to work for Dr. Sood, who is very well liked and respected by patients, peers, and his supporting staff. She is motivated to continue learning both in and out of the office. When not working at Sood Center, Caroline enjoys spending time with her family of six, reading, and the outdoors.
For more information, call 609-342-2053 or visit www.SoodCenter.com. Photo by Donna Andrews Photography
Rebecca Kolas, Certified Lice Technician and Owner, Lice Lifters of Ocean County
Rebecca Kolas is both a Certified Lice Technician and Owner of Lice Lifters of Ocean County in Toms River, which opened in August 2016 and serves Ocean, Monmouth and Atlantic Counties as the premier lice removal company. Since that time she has opened a second location, Lice Lifters Central Jersey in Hamilton which serves Mercer, Middlesex, and Burlington Counties. Rebecca was introduced to the Lice Lifters franchise when her two youngest children contracted lice. Trying over the counter and prescription medication, she was unable to conquer lice, which have become resistant to the harmful pesticides, chemicals and toxins contained in those products. Rebecca was then introduced to Lice Lifters as a customer and found that it was the only treatment that was successful, as well as safe and natural. A true believer of the Lice Lifters franchise and its product, Rebecca knew she wanted to deliver this service to the people of the Jersey Shore and to help others afflicted with unwanted head lice. She truly understands the needs and fears of her customers, having been a customer herself, and takes the time to educate and calm others during the stress of dealing with lice. Rebecca resides in Ocean County with her husband and five children. She has a strong passion for helping others, as she was a staff attorney for the nonprofit Ocean-Monmouth Legal Services until the company’s dissolution in 2014. Since that time she still engages in the part-time practice of law, but now devotes the majority of her time to her family and helping others at Lice Lifters.
For more information call 848-238-7331 or visit www.lliceliftersoceancounty.com. Photo by Tracy Harman Photography
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Leah Schwartz, Owner/Instructor of Breathe Studio, Barre and Pilates Leah’s journey started with her love for barre. She connected with the fluidity of the movements and how her body felt. Pilates was a natural progression. The more the she practiced, the more she desired to perfect her skills. In 2013 Leah began her training and certifications in Barre, and in 2016 she completed her reformer certification from Balance Body. Through out her education she has collaborated with mentors of varying practices that have diversified her technique and knowledge, and molded her abilities as an instructor. As any instructor will tell you, it takes a few tries before you find where you belong. After working for multiple gyms and studios, gaining as much experience and knowledge as she could, Leah began working at Breathe Studio for Marlena Baylinson. Little did she know when she accepted this once a week class, Breathe would become her forever home. In March of 2016, Marlena gave Leah an unimaginable offer, the chance to continue and grow the program she had started. With great gratitude, Leah accepted and became the owner of Breathe. Taking over Breathe has been a fulfilling experience for Leah. She is excited with each opportunity to learn, grow and encourage her Breathe Studio family to reach their goals just as she has.
For more information, call 609-666-4567 or visit www.breathebarreandpilates.com.
Beth Catalana, RMHSNJ Ambassador & Volunteer Whenever Beth Catalana visits the Ronald McDonald House of Southern New Jersey to help in the planning of successful fundraisers, she is inspired by the children, who, despite having serious illnesses, find a way to smile and remain brave. One of her favorite quotes about not waiting for the storm to pass to dance in the rain reflects Beth’s determination to always make time to serve others in need. As a mother of two daughters and one son, she brings her creativity to every volunteer opportunity she undertakes, the latest one being the 35th Anniversary Kentucky Derby party. She believes in beginning each day with a grateful heart and ending it with her family, exploring in the city of Philadelphia or sitting on the beach with a riveting new book. For more information, call 856-966-4663 or visit www.ronaldhouse-snj.org. Construction Company
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A Summer for Showing Love While Doing Good on The Longest Day The winter’s freezing temperatures might have put a pause on many people’s extracurricular activities, but now that spring has sprung, the Alzheimer’s Association® is gearing up for an annual summertime fundraising initiative people across the country can begin planning for right now. They will be able to raise money for Alzheimer’s research, care and support while doing something they love to honor those who are affected by Alzheimer’s disease. The initiative is more than needed: Alzheimer’s has no cure. It kills more Americans than diabetes, and more than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined. But anyone can help put a dent in that statistic by dedicating the summer solstice, June 21, to becoming a part of the Alzheimer’s Association’s The Longest Day®. It is a way for Americans to show their love for all those affected by Alzheimer’s, including those special someones who work endlessly providing care for those living with Alzheimer’s or a related disorder. It is also a time to show appreciation to the many researchers and volunteers who do everything they can to support the fight against Alzheimer’s and advance us closer toward finding the first Alzheimer’s survivor. The Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter encourages South Jerseyans to choose an activity (or even more than one) they love, or one loved by someone who’s living with the disease, form a team and spend the day participating in that activity. “It doesn’t matter what you do. Any activity is acceptable, like dancing, needlepointing, hiking, scrapbooking, playing cards — absolutely anything, as long as you’re doing something you love,” said Sue Wronsky, the Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter’s The Longest Day consultant. “It’s such a fun way for co-workers, friends and families to get together on the same day — or even another day that works best for everyone on their team — and raise dollars for a cause they really care about.” Wronsky adds, not only is it is easy to register for The Longest Day, but team members do not even have to be in the same location. “They can register as an ‘Anywhere Team’ and participate in their team’s chosen activity from miles away, while still helping raise funds to help provide care and support programs to the estimated 85,000 people in South Jersey who are affected,” said Wronsky. Wronsky urges anyone who would like to become part of a global movement this June 21 to honor those living with the most common cause of dementia while helping to end the sixth-leading cause of death in the nation to visit alz.org/ thelongestday.org or email her at swronsky@alz.org. “Not only is it a great way to celebrate the life and the love people have for anyone who is affected by dementia, but it is a great way to welcome the impending summer, sharing immense joy and forever-memories between team members.”
About the Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter: The Alzheimer’s Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. The Delaware Valley Chapter, headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is the local arm of the national nonprofit organization, with Regional and Branch Offices that serve 18 counties in South Jersey, Southeastern Pennsylvania and Delaware, providing programs and services to more than 294,000 individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder. The chapter’s Atlantic County Branch Office is located at 25 Dolphin Avenue, Building D, Ground Floor, Northfield, NJ 08225. More information about the Chapter and the disease is available at alz.org/delval or its 24/7 Helpline, 800.272.3900.
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Community The 2018 Atlantic County Women’s Hall of Fame Honorees. Induction Ceremony: Thursday, March 22, Linwood Country Club, Linwood, NJ. Dinner tickets: (609) 645-3800.
Christine Droney is a Certified Social Worker with a certificate in Thanatology, a specialty dealing with death and bereavement. Christine has worked with issues of education, women’s health, and children on several nonprofit boards and is a founding member of the Mainland Regional Education Foundation. Works with organizations on integrating behavioral health into the primary care setting.
Dr. Claudine Keenan began teaching first-year composition as an adjunct instructor and transitioned to full-time college teaching, first as a Faculty Development Specialist and later as a Director of Graduate Programs. Claudine has volunteered for her own children’s youth programs, and through her work as Dean of Education at Stockton University and membership in the Atlantic County branch of the American Association of University Women, she became a champion of youth programs that encourage young women to pursue Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) fields of study. She is a member of the United Way Women’s Leadership Initiative, Success by Six program.
Rev. Dr. Theresa McReynolds was born and raised in Atlantic City, New Jersey and became part of a Women’s Consciousness Amanda Feldman served on the Board Raising Group. Her desire to right wrongs led of the South Jersey Field of Dreams and has to many exciting changes in Atlantic County: mobilized youth-led volunteers across the a hotline, the Rape Crisis Center and the county and nation for projects coordinated by Battered Women’s Shelter (as it was called), Peer Partners, launching global service projects for which Family Services Association initially around health, poverty and education. She rented the group a room in an old motel on served on the New Jersey Governor’s Council the Black Horse Pike. As a child of a battered on Volunteerism and Community Service home, Theresa witnessed her mother’s plight, and other non-profit boards and is regularly raising 5 children. After hearing similar stories invited to speak and write on relevant trends, from women who called the hotline, she knew she had to do something including a TEDxLSE talk. besides listen. That something became the Atlantic County Women’s Center. Joyce Hagen has worked as an employee, volunteer, arts administrator, and advocate for the arts. Currently, she is the owner of JAH Consulting, the coordinator of the Atlantic Cape Community College Art Gallery, and the executive director of the charitable nonprofit Atlantic City Arts Foundation, where she designs and implements community arts programs – ARTeriors, Chalk About AC, and 48 Blocks. Hagen has served on the NJ Governor’s Tourism Conference Planning Committee and on local cultural and tourism-related non-profit boards.
Eileen Unger has more than 37 years of experience in the engineering, construction and utility industries, and as the president of Emergency Preparedness Partnerships (EPP), Eileen provides not only the leadership and strategic direction for the company, but also uses her expertise in project management, emergency preparedness process analysis, and practical plan development for client projects. Eileen is a licensed professional engineer in the state of New Jersey and a member of the Board of Directors of the Jersey Shore Partnership and Durand. She serves and served on the boards of several civic and businessrelated organizations and has been honored by many organizations. Eileen was selected as one of the 24 People to Watch in 2004 by South Jersey Magazine.
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The Queen of Rock I was traveling for work, listening to the classic rock station on Sirius radio, when an announcement was made that a certain female artist was going to be a recipient of the “She Rocks Award” in 2018. I had never heard of such an award and as I listened further, the radio host, Anita Blackwood, shared the award’s significance to women in the music industry.
long before she was reunited with her musical passion and quit her position in the bank to join a band. Pat’s first band was known to be a “lounge band” by the name of Coxon’s Army, which was known in the Virginia area. When the band was about to break up, Pat Benatar decided it was time to return to New York. In 1975, in the wee hours of the morning of an open mic night at a bar called Catch a Rising Star, Pat Benatar had her moment in the spotlight—recognized immediately by the bar’s owner, who went on to manage her for the next 15 years! In 1978 Pat Benatar was introduced to guitarist Neil Giraldo, who was a member of an up-and-coming band. Pat Benatar reports on her website that Neil Giraldo was someone who “could match the same fire-power and someone who could inspire her.” Then, in 1979, In the Heat of the Night was recorded and it went straight to platinum. Pat Benatar divorced her first husband and married Neil Giraldo in 1982, and together they had two children. From 1979 into the 1980s, Pat Benatar released multiple albums with more hit songs, one after another. An image that was developed from a Halloween costume, Pat Benatar created her own edgy on-stage persona that included dramatic makeup, ever-changing hairstyles, tight-fitted bodysuits, spandex pants and stiletto heels. By 1984, Pat Benatar was nominated for 9 Grammy awards for the category of Best Female Artist and went home with a Grammy for 4 out of the 9 nominations. Pat Benatar is identified as the leading female rock musician of the 1980s. Pat Benatar was inducted into the Long Island Hall of Fame in 2008, which is where her roots began as a child. Although Pat Benatar was unable to attend the She Rocks Awards due to a case of the flu, as noted on her website, I am sure her presence was felt in the audience, and fans will continue to get to see her during her current music tour in 2018. Pat Benatar is an amazing female musician who continues to inspire female musicians with her energy, edgy persona and passion for music. From bank teller to rock-and-roll superstar Pat Benatar is evidence that anything is possible; you just have to hit life with your best shot!
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The She Rocks Award recognizes women who “display leadership and stand out within the music industry.” Further, the She Rocks Award event unites the music industry, which includes but is not limited to musicians, artists, fans and media, all to celebrate women in music! Since I am not in the music profession, I was completely unaware that this type of award existed. As I researched the 2018 recipients, it was revealed that the award is only in its sixth year of celebration. This news was quite shocking to me as there have been many talented females in the music industry who have met the award criteria far longer than in the past six years! One recipient in particular has been a favorite female artist of mine since the early 1980s. My admiration grew even stronger for this artist when I was traveling in Los Angeles back in 1990, when my boyfriend (now my husband) and I had been on the LA freeway for hours and decided to take a detour off the freeway to a McDonald’s. We walked into the restaurant and as we sat and ate our food, we noticed this superstar enter into the McDonald’s with two children. After much discussion and disbelief that a real famous person would stop off into a McDonald’s, we approached her. We politely inquired if she was who we thought she was, and with a smile she looked up at us and said, “Yes, I am.” Who, you ask, is the mystery artist? It was the one and only Pat Benatar! We attempted to contain our excitement. Pat Benatar introduced us to the children she had with her as if we were simple acquaintances and not over-indulging fans. We modestly asked for her autograph and she instantly agreed. To this day I still have the napkin on which she penned, “Rock on, Rich and Rita” and signed her name! A five-foot-tall petite female with a mezzo-soprano voice that could break glass, she rocked the music industry with her energy and amazing talent. Pat Benatar was my rock and roll idol. I will never forget my sister’s 13th birthday celebration wherein the hit song “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” was played over and over until the early morning hours on a 45 vinyl record. Pat Benatar has always displayed great stage energy and had the cool-girl style every teenager used to identify themselves. Pat Benatar was born on January 10, 1953 with the name of Patricia Andrzejewski in Brooklyn, New York. Pat Benatar started her singing career during her school years. At the age of 19 Pat Benatar entered into college to pursue her magical talent and within six months dropped out of school to marry her high school sweetheart (Dennis Benatar) and relocate out of the area due to his military status. Pat Benatar had obtained employment in her new hometown location as a bank teller; however, it would not be
Rita King, MSW, LCSW is a full-time mental health therapist and advocate of women’s history. During her undergraduate studies in psychology, Rita developed a strong passion for women’s history after completing classes in political science. As an activist, Rita has raised awareness of the importance of women’s history through lectures, history lessons in elementary and middle schools and creating women’s history displays at local libraries. Rita also utilizes her knowledge of women’s history to empower women and young girls in her current role as a mental health therapist.
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Fabulous Food Fabulous Food
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Adopt Your New Best Friend Today The incredible bond between people and their pets and the many benefits that pets bring to our lives is a celebration of how positively animals can influence our lives. Pets not only provide their owners with companionship, but also with several health benefits. They may help lower blood pressure, heart rate and cholesterol levels and ease tension, anxiety and depression. When people come in contact with animals they tend to experience a general feeling of peace and wellbeing and are perceived as being more happy and healthy. Pet ownership increases the opportunity for exercise and socialization with other pet owners. The therapeutic value of animals for individuals in hospitals and nursing homes has also been documented. Children learn to be more nurturing and compassionate adults by being raised among animals. Taking guardianship of an animal that has been abandoned is a wonderful and fulfilling experience rewarded by unconditional love and companionship. Animal shelters and rescue groups appreciate the public’s support, as do the many pets that are fortunate to find forever homes. Kathy Kelsey Manager
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Tina is an 8 year old female Mexican Hairless with unique expressions for taking awesome selfies.
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Interested in Sponsoring a Pet? Help a furry friend find a forever home! Anyone can sponsor a pet! It’s only $25 for a two-month pet sponsorship. Makes a great gift! CONTACT: Lauren Shover, staff@thecountywoman.com The Atlantic County Animal Shelter 240 Old Turnpike Rd., Pleasantville, NJ 08232 • 609-485-2345
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Creating Autism Awareness And Acceptance For Those We Love and Support FACES 4 Autism
is working in conjunction with local law enforcement and the National Autism Association to educate the community about autism safety.
Massi’s Mission Massi’s Mission is a grassroots effort powered by FACES 4 Autism, and inspired by Sandi and Paul D’Amato’s water loving grandson with autism, to bring awareness to safety issues for children on the spectrum and to teach children with autism how to survive in the water.
2018 Faces 4 Autism Mini-Conference Pieces of the Puzzle: Making Sense of Autism
• We will help Project Lifesaver to provide tracking devices to families in need. • We will offer swim safety and survival lesson scholarships to local swim academies. • We will educate the community and law enforcement on wandering precautions and autism.
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Saturday, April 28, 2018
Linwood Country Club, Linwood, NJ 9am - 1:30pm
Egg Harbor Township Community Center 5045 English Creek Road E.H.T., NJ 08234
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8th Annual
Stand Up For Autism Comedy Night Saturday, March 10, 2018 Linwood Country Club, Linwood, NJ
Food, Comedy, Basket Raffle Ages 21+
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“FACES 4 Autism supports children, teens and adults on the autism spectrum and those who love them. FACES provides autism education and resources to families and educators in the South Jersey area. We are dedicated to improving the lives of individuals on the spectrum through social opportunities and programs that will foster self advocacy, independence and dignity.”
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AC Ballet Starts Their Spring Season With A West Coast Tour And Ends With A World Premier The Atlantic City Ballet heads to the West Coast with their production of Sleeping Beauty to begin their spring season. The company’s first west coast tour will include performances in Prescott, Arizona, Palos Verde and Napa Valley, California. Company Founder and Artistic Director, Phyllis Papa emphasized, “This is a wonderful opportunity for the company. We are so proud to be able to represent Atlantic City as its cultural ambassadors.” Once back on the east coast they’ll begin their local performances at The Strand Theater in Lakewood, with a performance of An Evening of Dance, which will feature three ballets including one set to Appalachian Spring by Aaron Copeland. The entire performance will be dedicated to former New Jersey Governor Brendan Byrne who passed away last month. Then it’s back to Atlantic City for an April performance of Midsummer Night’s Dream and the world premiere of Romeo and Juliet in May at The Circus Maximus Theater in Caesars Hotel and Casino. “I try to create a new full length ballet every season and Romeo and Juliet is a ballet I’ve always wanted to choreograph. We always want to give our audiences something new and also something to look forward to.” according to Ms. Papa. Founded in 1982, by International Ballerina, Phyllis Papa, the Atlantic City Ballet is comprised of professional dancers from around the world and have earned national acclaim for their technical expertise and exuberant stage presence. Although their home base is in Historic Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, the Ballet has performed in theaters all along the east coast. Their repertoire of original works includes such classics as A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Sleeping Beauty and Swan Lake but Ms. Papa is most known for her innovative works such as Dracula, Caught Up In The Swing and her full length Carmen. Since its inception, the Atlantic City Ballet has served as one of the cultural treasures of New Jersey and continues a tradition of dance excellence for future generations of ballet audiences.
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An Evening of Dance featuring Appalachian Spring by Aaron Copeland The Strand Theater-Lakewood, NJ
Saturday March 24, 2018-7:00pm
Tickets may be purchased at www.strand.org or www.acballet.org
Midsummer Night’s Dream April 14, 2018 -7:00pm Romeo & Juliet May 6, 2018-7:00pm Circus Maximus Theater-Caesars HotelAtlantic City, NJ Tickets-$45-Adults $20-Child/Student (17 & under) Senior Discount-15% off (65 and older) AC residents tickets-$12 For tickets go to ticketmaster.com or acballet.org
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Free Programs & Demonstrations at our meetings 4th Monday each month at 6:30pm.
Celebrate Women in the Arts Luncheon March 25th Tickets Available for Sale 2018 Judged Exhibit Themes (all skill levels & mediums)
March : Women Artists Only April: Animals (non human) May: Abstract Open Late Third Thursday and Always 10% off your Third Thursday purchase
Like Us on Facebook Hammonton Arts Center—HAC Also find us on Instagram Become a Member/Open Enrollment For more information on upcoming exhibits & additional classes visit www.hammontonartscenter.org “Funding has been provided in part by the NJ State Council on the Arts/Dept. of State, a partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts through a grant administered by the Atlantic County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs.”
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SAVE THE DATE July 11-15, 2018
RIDE FOR NEW BEGINNINGS 2018 New Year!
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“Our mission is to help keep at-risk youth safe and off the streets.”
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Debra Kohn, Advocate & Survivor of Lupus, is the Event Coordinator for the annual Lupus Foundation Fashion events for her cause for Lupus - Research to Find a Cure. She has won many awards for her fight in raising monies for a Cure for Lupus. As Mrs. Howell Township United States 2012 and Mrs. Monmouth County America 2014 she has hosted many community fundraising events and has been awarded the highest award from the Lupus Foundation of America, The Butterfly of Hope Award 2016. Please donate to the Lupus Foundation of America NJ Chapter to help the victims of Lupus so that a Cure may be found. Thank you for caring!
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The OceanCares Foundation supports the mission and programs of OceanMental Health Services through building community support, promoting diversity of services and embracing innovation.
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When you donate to the OceanCares Foundation you are helping our neighbors, our teachers, our friends and families. OceanCares helps OceanMHS provide support to families and individuals in many ways. Whether we are assisting innovative programs, a family in crisis, or a mental health consumer with needs beyond treatment, the OceanCares Foundation helps find a way to make it work.
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Here are some tips from the experts on coping with your every-day anxieties: “Being in control of your life and having realistic expectations about your day-to-day challenges are the keys to stress management, which is perhaps the most important ingredient to living a happy, healthy and rewarding life.” - Marilu Henner “There must be quite a few things that a hot bath won’t cure, but I don’t know many of them.” - Sylvia Plath
“Organization isn’t about perfection; it’s about efficiency, reducing stress and clutter, saving time and money and improving your overall quality of life.” - Christina Scalise
“There’s a lot of stress out there, and to handle it, you just need to believe in yourself. Always go back to the person that you know you are and don’t let anybody tell you any different, because everyone’s special and everyone’s awesome.” “Stress is something that’s created - McKayla Maroney in the mind, basically. It’s how we look at things. So our greatest busy is a distraction and I defense against stress is the ability “Being am sure that doing nothing, resting to change our minds; to change our and sleeping are all good cures for thinking.” - Goldie Hawn modern life. I am not suggesting we
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