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Executive Editor Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

Living the ‘BestLife’

Graphic Designer Tonya Mildenberg

New practice set to revolutionize health care in Anthem

Copyeditor April Morganroth Contributors Christopher Boan, Lorraine Bosse-Smith, Pastor David Bowen, Dr. Kelly Collins, Shannon Fisher, Curtis Finch, C.A. Haire, Catherine Hathaway, Dr. Brian Hester, Diana Ly, Heather Maxwell, Ron Sanzone, Michael Schneider, Emma Suttell, Judge Gerald A. Williams Staff Photographer Pablo Robles

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26 Excellence Runs in the Family

Chamber taps Scott Zychowski the Businessperson of the Year

28 It’s a Family Affair

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The Prickly Pedal Tour shows off the Maricopa Trail’s terrain 30 Kindness is Everywhere These crafts will bring a smile to anyone’s face

8 Stunning and Vibrant

Congo’s masks and music take center stage at the MIM

10 Wish Week

Boulder Creek students host fundraiser for Make-a-Wish

11 Curt’s Corner

New Year’s resolutions apply to DVUSD, too

Anthem Area Chamber of Commerce Winter Gala Landlords will see significant new requirements this year

14 Things To Do

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40 Get Refreshed

24 Make a Wish, Make a Move

Nonprofit clearinghouse wants to spread its message Anthem mother-daughter duo wins award for volunteering Anthem’s Cheyenna Walters uses her grant to promote an active lifestyle

On the cover: Dr. Samantha Maplethorpe. Photo by Pablo Robles.

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22 Charitable Endeavors

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38 What’s Cooking? with Jan D’Atri

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20 A Helping Hand

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34 Kuma’s Great Adventures

13 Perspective

32 20/20 Vision

36 Extraordinary Rides

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6 Trail Mix

Scott Zychowski is dedicated to making Anthem’s jewels shine

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A calendar for a new you in the New Year

41 Hitting the Trails

How to be prepared for outdoor adventures this winter

42 #SelfCare

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46 Helping Others

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By Christina Fu

The Maricopa Trail is considered a secret to some. Jeffery Frost is continuing former Maricopa County Supervisor Andy Kunasek’s

goal of bringing awareness of the trail with the Prickly Pedal Tour. This year’s date is Saturday, January 18. “He had this vision and was always a

supporter of recreational activities,” says Frost, of Scottsdale-based BlueWolf Events LLC. “The Maricopa Trail took a long time to develop and build. It was his vision to produce events, have a race on the trail and let people know this trail exists. It’s an undiscovered gem in the Valley.” The Prickly Pedal Tour starts at Game and Fish Headquarters, 5000 W. Carefree Highway, Phoenix, at 11 a.m. The 40-mile ride has three times crosscountry stages. Stage one is from Spur Cross Conservation Area to Andy Kunasek

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Trai l head. Stage two travels from the Maricopa Trail intersection with the Black Canyon Trailhead, near Game and Fish headquarters, to the east side of New River Road/Maricopa Trail crossing. Stage three starts just west of Lake Pleasa nt Harbor Boulevard on the Maricopa Trail and finishes at Ten Lane Boat Launch Area of Lake Pleasant Regional Park via the Beardsley and Frog Tanks Trail. “The trail itself circumnavigates Phoenix, and the Prickly Pedal Race goes from Cave Creek out to Lake Pleasant,” he says. Category winners are determined by the fastest combined time of the three stages. Each timed stage showcases Maricopa Trail’s diversity—aggressive ascents and descents, grinding it out on the flats, rocks, water, sand, mud and roller coaster runs are all part of the fun of this challenging course. “There’s every kind of possible desert terrain out there,” Frost says. “It’s flat with saguaros. Cave Creek/Carefree is more mountainous. There are hilly, beautiful trails. It’s a multiuse trail; it’s not just open to motorized vehicles.” This year Frost is expecting more than 350 racers from across the country. Proceeds from the Prickly Pedal support the Maricopa Trail and Park Foundation, a nonprofit organization striving to provide sustainable financial support to the newly constructed Maricopa Regional Trail System. Racers and volunteers will have a free snack provided by Hickman’s Egg Ranch and free entry into the after-party and award ceremonies from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The post race festivities include snacks and refreshments, a beer garden and free kids’ race at Lake Pleasant Regional Park. A shuttle will take racers, friends and family to the after-party in Cave Creek. “We have a really exciting finish line at

Lake Pleasant with activities,” Frost says. “One is a free kids’ race for kids younger than 10. Moms and dads race their bikes and finish at Lake Pleasant and the kids race a little course while everyone’s unwinding.

“We try to attract every level of mountain bikers, so it’s very much a beginner-friendly race,” Frost says. “There are also some more enthusiastic folks who really race their bikes.”

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Stunning and Vibrant

Congo’s masks and music take center stage at the MIM By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Marc Felix knows how to make an appearance. Dressed in all green, save for a white scarf, Felix searches for harmony in the world. A member of the Musical Instrument Museum’s board of directors, Felix spent 30 years in Congo, and the North Phoenix destination is offering a glimpse into the lively masquerade traditions of Central Africa in “Congo Masks and Music: Masterpieces from Central Africa.” Presented by U.S. Bank, the exhibit was curated by Manuel Jordán, Ph.D., MIM’s deputy director and chief curator. It features more than 150 rare masks, instruments and costumes from the Democratic Republic of the Congo from the late 1800s to the early 1900s. It also includes 12 mannequins in full, authentic outfits worn in ceremonies. Felix spent time in Africa simply because “that is my job.” “It wasn’t always gratifying,” he says. “Sometimes I was very disappointed because things didn’t turn out the way I wished, but I have had a lot of pleasure. “It’s the same thing in America or wherever. If I would have stayed in Belgium, it’s not always a bouquet of roses. Some situations were painful—like the war in Congo, all the massacres in Congo. That’s pain-

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ful. But then you go back, and you get hope again. That’s why I dress in green.” Felix says the exhibit represents “the best” of his collection. The masquerades educate, entertain, demonstrate power, promote fertility and connect humans with the spirit world. “Congo is huge,” he adds. “There are about 300 ethnic units or cultural units, as they are called. Manuel and I, together, we chose the ones most representative. “Wit hin each group, we picked the best possible examples. If we did not have them, we got them from the Royal Museum for Central Africa and a collection in Hong Kong. We went to different sources to try to get the best.” As for the masks, they represent powerful supernatural beings who come to life in human, animal or hybridized form in masquerades. Through music and dance, they express different peoples’ worldviews, histories, religious beliefs and morals. Constructed out of materials in-

cluding wood, feathers, beads, fiber, and metal, the intricate masks on display in the exhibition showcase remarkable artistry and craftsmanship representative of dozens of Central African cultural groups. The collection also features an array of musical instruments, including drums, bells, rattles, whistles, thumb pianos, xylophones and harps. “I hope when guests walk into the exhibition, they feel like they are stepping into the performance arena. Being in the presence of these fullbody masqueraders, they’ll get a sense of how impressive this art form is,” Jordán says. U.S. Bank Community Affairs Manager Art Perez says his company is pleased to present the exhibition. “We try to be involved in our communities whenever we can,” he says. “We have, what we call, our pillars of engagement and support—work, home and play. The MIM fits into the play pillar. “We’re big supporters of the MIM. We really enjoy our partnership with them. We like to give folks in the Phoenix area and visitors alike this kind of exposure to culture. The MIM is important to us.”

“Congo Masks and Music: Masterpieces from Central Africa”

When: Various times through September 13 Where: Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix Cost: $10 for special exhibition only, $7 when purchased with general museum admission, $4 for those 4 to 19, free for children ages 3 and younger. Info: 480-478-6000, mim.org

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Wish Week

Boulder Creek students host fundraiser for Make-a-Wish

Boulder Creek’s 2018-2019 Student Government with Wish Kid Sophia during the school’s first Wish Week.

By Emma Suttell After an impressive success last year, Boulder Creek High School ’s Student Government—affectionately known as “StuGo”— is hosting its second “Wish Week ” to raise money for Make-A-Wish Arizona. After previously hosting a winter spirit week with a different theme each year, Boulder Creek StuGo decided to take a different path and look to the Arizona Association of Student Councils (AASC) for inspiration. AASC had previously embraced Make-A-Wish as its official state charity, which sparked an idea for several members of StuGo. “We decided to try something new,” says Tag Herr, student body publicist. “We wanted to start a tradition to give back to the community.” Taking place Monday, February 3, to Friday, February 7, Wish Week is a week-long celebration dedicated to raising awareness for Make-A-Wish Arizona. Make-A-Wish aims to grant “wishes” to children with critical illnesses and challenges schools around the valley to join in and raise $10,000—the average amount needed to grant a wish. Last year, Boulder Creek successfully raised $10,000 to grant a child’s wish, joining a small list of Arizona schools that have successfully met the mark on their first attempt. “The best feeling during Wish Week (last year) was coming together and giving back to the community,” Herr says. “It’s amazing how we all contributed to granting a wish in

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(Photo courtesy Boulder Creek High School)

Events just one week. The best part is at the assembly when we are able to reveal how much we raised to the school.” After successfully raising $10,000 last year, StuGo has been granted the opportunity to “Adopt a Wish,” a new program aimed at connecting specific children to specific schools. With a special partnership, Boulder Creek will commit to granting one wish in particular and will cater the assembly and spirit week to the child’s interests. “We really want our ‘Wish Kid’ to be the main focal point of the week,” Herr says. Boulder Creek StuGo will post its official “Wish Kid” assignment on social media within the next several weeks, giving the community their first look at who they will be supporting. Herr especially wants to see the Anthem community become just as invested in the cause as he is. This year, StuGo focused on creating several communitywide events to give community members several ways to contribute. Wish Week continues on pg. 15

Silent Auction Gala 5 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, February 1 BCHS Auditorium Willing to donate a good or service? Contact Caitlin McAndrew. Car Wash 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, February 2 McDonald’s parking lot Donations accepted Percentage Nights A portion of the bill—when mentioned— goes directly to the cause. All day Tuesday, February 4, at Filibertos Mexican Food 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, February 5, at In-N-Out (Carefree) All day Thursday, February 6, at Barro’s in Anthem Student vs. Teacher Basketball Game 3 p.m. Wednesday, February 5 BCHS Mini Gym Tickets at door and concessions. Donate 24/7 Wish Your Way website http://site.wish.org/goto/ BCHSWishWeek2020

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Anthem Area Chamber of Commerce Winter Gala Photos courtey Anthem Area Chamber of Commerce The Anthem Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Winter Gala at the Anthem Golf & Country Club, continuing its 16-year tradition of honoring outstanding local businesses and business leaders. Festivities included a 5 p.m. cocktail hour featuring champagne and hors d’oeuvres, followed by a three-course dinner and the business awards ceremony. Guests continued the celebration in the Ironwood Grill after the winners were announced. V.I.P. Mortgage’s Eric Kilstrom won the Living Legacy award. Here, he’s with Anthem Area Chamber of Commerce Board President Nanette Miller.

Scott Zychowski shows off his Businessperson of the Year award, recognizing successful business leadership and outstanding involvement among Anthem-area businesses.

The 2019 Leadership in Action recipient, Chris Gonzalez, All Western Mortgage, and nominee Martha Copeland of Merrill Gardens.

Sawana Grimmett middle, of The Salt Spa, shows off her Top Gun prize with Anthem Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Heather Maxwell, left, and Anthem Area Chamber of Commerce Board President Nanette Miller.

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Keith and Jeanine Walashek, owners of Amped Coffee Co., which was honored with the 2019 Economic Impact award.

PERSPECTIVE

Residential Evictions

Landlords will see significant new requirements this year By Judge Gerald Williams The Arizona Rules of Procedure for Eviction Actions are the primary source of law for residential evictions in Arizona. Effective January 1, 2020, there are some significant new requirements for landlords. The Arizona Supreme Court made some significant amendments to the eviction rules. A landlord who has filed a residential eviction action is now required to also serve a copy of any lease provisions to form the basis of the case. In addition, if the eviction is based on nonpayment of rent, a copy of the tenant leger (payment history) for the preceding six months must be served with the complaint. An Arizona landlord is already required to give a tenant a copy of the entire lease. These new requirements require the tenant be given a copy of at least part of the lease again. Although these new requirements require only certain paragraphs of a lease be served on the tenant, many if not most landlords will likely attach a copy of the entire lease, rather than cut and paste relevant paragraphs. The State Bar of Arizona requested the Arizona Supreme Court make these changes. The stated basis for their request was tenants often do not bring the required documents with them when they meet with legal aid attorneys. However, they do often bring everything attached to the summons and to the complaint.

Most common mistake by landlords For residential landlords, the key to any eviction action is giving the tenant the correct type of notice. Doing so gives the tenant an opportunity to fix the problem. Before a landlord can start an eviction action for nonpayment of rent, he must first give the tenant a five-day notice and give the tenant an additional five days to pay the rent plus any late fees. For a different kind of problem, like unauthorized occupants or unauthorized pets, the tenant must be given a 10-day notice. Sample forms are available on the Maricopa

County Justice Courts’ web page, justicecourts.maricopa. gov.

Most common mistakes by tenants By far, the most common mistake by tenants is the failure to appear for their court dates. Unless the landlord dismisses your case, if you miss your court date, you will lose. The most common legal mistake occurs when a tenant stops paying rent because they are having some type of problem with their landlord. This is known as rent striking and it does not work in Arizona. Failure to pay rent can flip a case where the tenant potentially had some well-grounded legal arguments into a case lasting only a few minutes with a judge telling the tenant they have five days to find a new place to live. Just like landlords, tenants must give their landlord notice and an opportunity to fix the problem. Sample forms for tenants are also available on the Maricopa County Justice Courts’ web page. For minor repairs, a tenant can provide written notice if the landlord does not fix the problem within 10 days, then the tenant will hire a licensed contractor, submit a repair bill to the landlord, and deduct the cost of the work from the rent. For an essential service, the laws are similar, but the time limits are shorter. A landlord’s failure to provide an essential service is considered a breach of the lease. Essential services include running water, utilities, reasonable amounts of hot water; and of course, Arizona law specifically lists “air conditioning.” After the tenant gives written notice, the landlord has only five days to repair a problem with an essential service. If the landlord fails to do so, then the tenants can break the lease and can move out. But what if the tenants don’t want to move? They just want function-

ing heating and air conditioning. The tenant can find substitute housing (like a motel) during the period of the landlord’s noncompliance. If this occurs, the tenant is excused from paying rent for as long as the landlord does not provide the essential service.

Judge Gerald A. Williams is the justice of the peace for the North Valley Justice Court. The court’s jurisdiction includes Anthem and Desert Hills.

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January Compiled by Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

2020

TUESDAYS

Beginning Country Line Dance

This class is for those with little or no dance experience. Learn new dance steps and have fun too, with instructor Sharon Scheffer. Best to wear shoes with a smooth sole and remember to bring water. North Valley Regional Library, 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem, 602-652-3000, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., free.

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of each month. Free coffee and biscuits and gravy are served this morning. Area residents are welcome to sell their goods at Cars Café and Flea Market as well. My Crossroads Christian Fellowship, 42425 N. New River Road, Phoenix, 623-465-9461, myccf. church, 8 a.m., free admission.

Retirement Planning Seminar Presented by Cornerstone Financial Services

Learn about Cornerstone Financial Services offerings at this meeting. Bring questions. Elevate Coffee Company, 2530 W. Happy Valley Road, Suite 1273, Phoenix, eventbrite.com, 7 p.m., free, reservations on eventbrite.com required.

THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS

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Cookies N Canvas is a canvas class for kids—but without the cookies, due to allergies. MudPie Studios’ artists will teach step-by-step artistry on creating super fun masterpieces on a 9 by 12 canvas. Classes require a minimum of three students, who are 4 and older. MudPie Studios, Outlets at Anthem, 4250 W. Anthem Way, Suite 480, Anthem, mudpiestudios. net, 4:30 p.m. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, $19, reservations required.

Hosted by Anthem Travel, the seminar features information about Viking Cruises itineraries, ships and live on board. Adults only please. Appetizers, desserts and beverages will be served. Anthem Civic Building, 3701 W. Anthem Way, Room 4, Anthem, anthemtravel.com, 5 to 7 p.m., free admission, email megan@anthemtravel. com for reservations.

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SATURDAYS

Drop-In Dodgeball

Play dodgeball in an organized league tournament format. Program is for kids ages 8 to 12. Anthem Community Center, 41130 N. Freedom Way, Anthem, 623-879-3002, 12:15 to 2 p.m., $5.

JANUARY 10

Beginner Pottery Painting Class

The As You Wish Pottery’s Norterra studio hosts a class for beginners. Explore the sgraffito technique and create a cool urban desert on pottery. As You Wish Pottery, 2510 W. Happy Valley Road, Suite 1249, Phoenix, asyouwishpottery.com, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., $15-$64.75.

JANUARY 9 AND JANUARY 23 Big Idea Forum

SUNDAYS

Anthem Farmers Market

The Anthem Farmers Market in Community Park features local producers of organic and seasonal crops, plants and seeds, compost and worm castings; grass-fed beef, pork, lamb and goat; fresh local eggs, cheeses and butters; value-added food producers of jams, jellies, pickles, tamales, sauces; and freshly baked artisan breads, pastries. Community Park, 41730 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem, onlineatanthem.com, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., free admission.

JANUARY 4

Cars Café and Flea Market

Vintage cars are just part of the fun the first Saturday

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Learn, explore, and understand subjects that impact everyone, like cutting-edge technology, socioeconomic issues or cultural trends and phenomena. Civic Building, 3701 W. Anthem Way, Anthem, bigideasforum.info, 6:30 to 8 p.m., free admission.

JANUARY 14

Golden Go Getters Potluck

Those attending are asked to bring a dish to serve 12 people. A variety of entertainment is provided. Location TBA, 623-551-3310, onlineatanthem. com, 6 to 7:30 p.m., $3, reservations required.

JANUARY 15

New Friends of the North Valley Regional Library Meeting

This nonprofit meets the third Wednesday of the month to talk about matters related to the library. North Valley Regional Library, 40410 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem, mcldaz.org, 6:30 p.m., free admission.

JANUARY 23

Coffee with a Cop

Phoenix residents are invited to start their day over coffee with the city’s police officers. They are welcome to discuss community issues and concerns in an informal setting and learn what they can do to increase awareness for community safety in their neighborhoods. First Watch Café, 34948 N. North Valley Parkway, Phoenix, onlineatanthem.com, 8:30 a.m., free.

City of Phoenix Trash/Recycle Rates Public Meeting

On November 12, Phoenix City Council was given a presentation with five options for waste and recycling collection, which included recommendations from a Citizen Advisory Committee and a consultant study. These rates impact residents west of I-17. New rates, if approved, would be effective January 2021. A series of public meetings are being held. Goelet A.C. Beuf Community Center, 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Road, Phoenix, 602-262-6824, trashandrecycle@phoenix.gov, phoenix.gov, 6:30 p.m., free.

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“This Wish Week isn’t just for Boulder Creek to get involved and grant a wish for a kid,” Herr says. “It’s for the community to come together.” Younger generations around the community are also jumping in on the fun. To surpass its $10,000 goal once again, Boulder Creek has asked each of its feeder schools to host its own mini-Wish Weeks to raise funds; the winning school will win a schoolwide pizza party. Outside of the school day, community members can partake in percentage nights at local favorites—such as Filiberto’s Mexican Food, In-N-Out Burger, and Barro’s Pizza—or participate in a silent auction gala on February 1. Throughout the week, students and community members can participate in a donation-based car wash, as well as the student versus teacher basketball game. Other ways to get involved include becoming an event sponsor by contacting StuGo, spreading the word on social media, donating to the Boulder Creek “Wish Your Way” website or purchasing a Wish Week shirt on-campus to commemorate the cause. All-in-all, the ways to get involved are unlimited. Connect with Boulder Creek’s Student Government on social media (Twitter: @BCJagNation, Instagram @bchsjagnation) or email its adviser, Caitlin McAndrew at caitlin.mcandrew@dvusd. org. Emma Suttel is a senior at Boulder Creek. You can find more of her work at andthenemma.com.

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Living the ‘BestLife’ New practice set to revolutionize health care in Anthem By Christopher Boan Dr. Samantha Maplethorpe came to Anthem a half-decade ago with a career’s worth of experience as a health care provider and a dream of revolutionizing the field. Maplethorpe, who earned a medical doctorate and Master of Public Health degree, previously served as a family physician in Issaquah, Washington, after completing her residency at Swedish Medical Center in the Seattle area. She came to Anthem with a dream of starting her own practice in the northern reaches of the Valley, bringing back the doctor-patient relationship that brought her into the field. Maplethorpe knew the only way she’d be able to do it would be to open a direct primary care operation offering its services in a wholesale manner, where one price would cover most of a patient’s needs. She also knew, from her experiences in the field, she wanted her services to be free of the clutches of the health care insurance industry, which she saw as burdensome to serving her patients’ needs. “I was trying to provide all these resources for patients and seeing the dramatically improved outcomes, it’s just a scary place to be in primary care,” Maplethorpe says. “With insurance ratcheting down reimbursement. With prior authorizations and stress on staff, and trying to juggle all the balls, and thinking no matter what you say to a patient, the insurance company’s in there with you. And it’s not always in the patient’s best interest.” Maplethorpe set out to become the first direct primary care facility in Anthem, enlisting longtime friend, Jenifer Tuttle, to serve as clinic director of the new BestLife Family Medicine at their proposed site. The duo set out to re-envision how health care services could be delivered, launching BestLife inside a temporary office at the Chamber of Commerce hall in the fall of 2018,

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“In order to put all of those pieces together, we needed a clinic that had sort of a medical home model, where people can feel this is their space,” Maplethorpe says. “They’re invited to come and meal prep. We use a lot of books and resources to teach patients when they’re not here in the clinic. “So, inviting them to come in and try some of those recipes they’re asked to try as they build their culinary skills, while also inviting them into the fitness studio to be able to participate in both instructor-led and virtual courses is all part of our 360-care approach.” Tuttle shares Maplethorpe’s vision for the space, with an eye toward finding ways to serve each of their patient’s needs, so they can live healthy, productive lives. The key for Tuttle is patients are invested in their health, so they can feel Dr. Samantha Maplethorpe. a desire to come and see their doctor, (Photos by Pablo Robles) rather than waiting and lamenting while getting the groundwork started on their having to do so. facility, located at 3719 W. Anthem Way, Suite She sees the culinary kitchen as a game102, a figurative stone’s throw from Interstate changer, as it’ll allow both of them to stay in17. vested in their patient’s eating habits, which Maplethorpe and Tuttle’s facility, which of- will keep them on the right path toward full ficially opens its doors with a ribbon-cutting health and wellness. ceremony on Thursday, January 9, offers pa“Patients will come in and see us one to two tients a full slate of wellness offerings, from times sometimes, or maybe every one to two a gym with a Peleton bicycle, treadmills and weeks, depending on where they’re at in their various free weights, to a full kitchen where journey,” Tuttle says. “Where we sit down with patients can learn how to cook healthy foods. those patients for 45 minutes and really talk The greatest part of BestLife’s slate of offer- them through goals, how to reach those goals, ings, according to Maplethorpe, is patients and holding patients accountable. Because can use the space as much or as little as they’d so many people don’t have an accountability like, with a monthly charge of $150 covering partner in their medical field, helping them to as many visits as a person desires. not only know what direction to make those Maplethorpe said her past experience uti- changes but then to support them in that.” lizing lifestyle medicine tactics, like finding Tuttle says the staff at BestLife can help panatural ways to reduce stress and find restor- tients set personal fitness and wellness goals, ative sleep, influenced her decision to include while also discovering the things that might such a wide swath of options to her BestLife trigger their dietary struggles. patients. BestLife continues on pg. 18

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The best part for both is having virtual ways of checking in with those they serve, allowing them to keep up with their patients, even when they’re apart. “They have access to us virtually, so some patients don’t even need to come into the office,” Tuttle says. “So, if they’re traveling or they’re on vacation, they can still access their doctor. We have the ability to use a product allowing Dr. Maplethorpe to look into a patient’s ears, or to look into their throat, listen to a heartbeat, even when she’s not in the same room as them.” Perhaps the greatest plus side of direct primary care, according to Maplethorpe, is the reduction in cost from not having to deal with insurance companies for common medical needs. This affordability aspect, in combination with relationship-building between her staff and their patients, allows BestLife to offer a truly unique, full package of wellness offering that very few others in the state can match. Maplethorpe compares BestLife to other wholesale companies, like Costco, that offer low prices and savings to members, by buying items in bulk. “Direct Primary Care has kind of revolutionized healthcare and really brought back that doctor-patient relationship,” Maplethorpe says. “So many physicians and patients feel they’ve lost because of what’s happened with our health care system. “But one of the essential tenets of primary care is its affordability. So, when patients start thinking about ‘Oh, it’s an additional expense at a membership practice,’ one of the things we’ve been able to really emphasize for them is with BestLife, your membership means you get everything at-cost.” It’s the affordability and access that brought Manny Chazan, who owns Work Hard Play Hard Marketing, into the BestLife family. Chazan, 54, met Maplethorpe during a Chamber meeting and immediately was drawn to her idea of what healthcare can be. “I don’t like going to the doctor, I don’t think any man does,” Chazan says. “And the ability to have the doctor at my beck and call, whether it’s an appointment or a phone call or FaceTime and have the peace of mind she’s going to see me whenever I need was huge for me.” Chazan says he was sold the first time he

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met with Maplethorpe for an appointment at their old space at the chamber when she spent ample time going over a wellness plan that served his needs. “I figured I’d come in and do some bloodwork and get checked out and see what’s going on,” he says. “And sure enough, I have my appointment with her. I spent at least two hours with her on the first day and who does that? I mean, that doesn’t ever happen. They’re always looking at their watch or in a hurry when you go to the clinics. “So anyway, I got my results back and it was a rude awakening. My blood pressure was high, my cholesterol was off the charts. I was overweight, I wasn’t feeling good.” Over time, Chazan and Maplethorpe were able to visualize a plan that would get him back in top order, to fight off ailments like diabetes and hypertension, which come from improper diet. “So, over the next two months or so, I really changed my eating habits. I followed everything she told me to do very strictly,” Chazan says. “And within a month the cholesterol was down, the blood pressure was down, and I was feeling good. And now it’s a matter of a whole different life change. I appreciate her very much and she’s going to do wonders. I’m excited about this place.” Others, like 40-year-old Edina Halilovic, found Maplethorpe’s clinic at a friend’s recommendation. The decision to join the clinic came after an

emergency left Halilovic in need of care, with Tuttle and Maplethorpe answering the call. “I wasn’t even a member and she ended up helping me. She was actually out of town and we were communicating remotely,” Halilovic says. “You know, Jenifer took a picture and she sent it to Dr. Maplethorpe and so I really love the fact I could get help remotely, even if she wasn’t there at the time. “So, originally when I did sign up it was for the convenience. That I can actually get ahold of a doctor if I really need something. And to me it’s really important because we’re all busy and I really don’t want to drive somewhere and go just to ask a question.” Halilovic soon found out Maplethorpe and Tuttle’s care served her needs, offering unmatched service at a price that couldn’t be beaten. “And so, I realized with BestLife, when you need something you have to go to one stop and you don’t waste time driving,” she says. “Oftentimes you go somewhere, you have an appointment time and you still end up waiting an hour in a waiting room. Not here. Plus, I can even text my questions later.” Halilovic added BestLife’s weight loss program has been a huge boost for her, as it’s allowed her to build a program to work while keeping her responsible for doing everything needed to maintain a healthy weight. “I’m currently working with BestLife on my weight loss goals, so they’re keeping me BestLife continues on pg. 21

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Nonprofit clearinghouse wants to spread its message By Ron Sanzone For the past decade, a local without such a designation organization has been coordiend up in NAAAP’s general nating assistance for families treasury fund. and individuals in need. Yet NAAAP taps into its gentoday, most of those in Aneral fund first and foremost to them and surrounding compay for the maintenance of its munities who have fallen on website. Any excess monies it hard times have never even receives are distributed to its heard of it. member charities The Network of Anthem “The only expense for Area Assistance ProvidNAAAP is maintaining the ers (NAAAAP) directs lowebsite,” Dunlap says. “None cal residents in need to the of the volunteers are paid.” charity or charities that can NAAAP’s bank balance best help them. In addition, is one of a number of topit coordinates the activities ics discussed when it holds of local nonprofits to reduce its quarterly meetings in the The Network of Anthem Area Assistance Providers is helmed by Del Mau, Sarah Omar and Mary Dunlop. redundancy. parish hall of St. Rose Catholic (Photo by Chris Mortenson) “It’s a network of the AnChurch in Anthem. The first them area assistance providers, those who are entire calendar year. meeting of 2020 is at 4 p.m. Monday, Januhelping individuals and families in the com“It wasn’t being well-publicized,” Dunlap ary 13. munity,” says NAAAP Chairman Del Mau. says. NAAAP’s meetings are open to the public “We get together to kind of compare notes Results improved in 2019 with as many as and are attended by the chairmembers of all to bolster each other up and so that we’re not 10 to 20 requests per month. Dunlap attributes of its member charities. The meetings provide overlapping in our helping of these people.” the increase to NAAAP’s presence at a volun- a forum in which the charities can strengthen Different charities address different needs. teer day at Anthem’s North Valley Regional their coordination and update each other on Some provide food, others financial assis- Library, as well as more word-of-mouth rec- upcoming fundraisers and on the number of tance, and still others transportation. Those in ommendations. people they have helped. need who approach one charity for a specific Dunlap says it is important word spreads That a local organization coordinating local type of assistance may not know where to go because “many people might know what some charities exists at all to have such meetings for other types of assistance. They may not of the charities in NAAAP do but are unaware is unique. “I have not seen another umbrella even know other charities could help them in of how others can help.” charitable organization that coordinates care other ways. This is where NAAAP comes in. NAAAP also hopes to grow awareness not for our community,” Dunlap says. NAAAP’s website features a Get Help tab just of its member charities, but of its very Over the years, different charities have fillocals can use to describe their situation and own existence. tered into and out of NAAAP. Currently, there request assistance. NAAAP reviews the infor“We would like the community to know are eight members, all of which are Anthemmation and then contacts the local charities how much people are helping others around based, though some of them extend their serbest suited to address the needs the website them,” Mau says. vice area into Tramonto and New River. The visitors describe. The charities then reach out NAAAP focuses its efforts squarely on co- member charities are Anthem Cares Through to individuals requesting help. ordinating charities and referring those seek- Services, Anthem Giving Circle, Anthem Pets, The Get Help tab was created so “people ing help to them. It does not hold fundraisers Daisy Mountain Veterans, Daisy Mountain who don’t know who else to turn to would go and solicit donations. Instead, it encourages Firefighters Charities Association, Foothills there and be sent to the right agency and be interested donors to give directly to the chari- Foodbank, Salvation Army of Anthem and contacted,” Mau says. ties of their choice. For those who do donate St. Vincent de Paul. NAAAP secretary Mary Dunlap says de- directly to NAAAP, which accepts donations For more information about NAAAP, visspite the usefulness of the tab it has been used only in the form of a written check, the orga- it its webpage at anthemnetwork.org or its only infrequently in the past. As recently as nization prefers donors to specify which char- Facebook page. You can also email NAAAP 2018, only 40 requests were made during the ity should receive the donation. Any checks at naaap.anthem@gmail.com.

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accountable to reach them,” Halilovic says. “I’m starting with small steps but with them, I’m going to reach my ultimate fitness goals. I also love their walk and talk meetings with the doctor. It’s less formal than sitting in the office and talking with Dr. Maplethorpe is like talking to a friend.” Perhaps the greatest aspect of direct primary care, according to Maplethorpe, is she’s able to once again invest her time into making sure her patients’ needs are met. She wants each of her clients to know they can reach her wherever and whenever they want, as her main job is to ensure their needs are met. “One of the things about family medicine people are starting to learn is it’s very much based in evidence-based medicine,” Maplethorpe says. “And so, evidence means that, whether we have a patient with thyroid cancer or we have a patient who has high cholesterol, but in the need that we need a specialist’s opinion, we do have the technology to position an entire patient case in front of an expert in that field and ask those questions.” Maplethorpe remembers leaving residency and joining a private practice in Washington with a goal of providing unmatched care for her patients. She soon discovered the realities and pitfalls of the current healthcare system, with long hours spent pouring over charts and paperwork, with little time to spend with her actual patients. “When I came out of my residency, I sat myself in private practice, because I have three kids and I was done telling them which holiday I wasn’t going to see them on,” Maplethorpe says. “I had worked in enough clinics that were hospital-owned to know the existing model of watching all kinds of people pushing charts was fueled by the number of patients you have to see in one day and the time it took to see them. “Having an administrator who might not understand what it’s like to see or treat patients didn’t really make sense to me either. So, I’d be staying for hours and hours working on my charts, rather than being able to take my laptop home and work on charts after my kids went to bed. So, I knew I wanted to be in private practice. And that was the beginning of, ‘OK, if it’s going to be private practice, what’s it going to look like, how can I make

medicine better’.” Maplethorpe’s past experience in medicine taught her a lot about the aspects, both savory and disdainful, that were everpresent in today’s health care system. She knew there had to be a way to boil down the positive aspects of the system and remove the obstacles, so as to serve patients in the most effective, efficient manner possible. Lynette Bridges trainer and Anne Sondeno. “I used to always tell patients, ‘you learn from your patients in family They care for the whole me.” medicine,’ and hopefully in every specialty,” Tuttle added, “We like to say best is what’s Maplethorpe says. “But if you listen well, pa- ahead for Anthem’s health care with our opentients will teach you a lot about health and ing. It is our commitment to take this one-ofhealing. In medicine, we’re trained to get out a-kind practice and deliver on that message the prescription pad and treat diabetes to an every day.” A1C at 6.4 or lower. BestLife Family Medicine “What I learned over time from patients 3719 W. Anthem Way, Suite 102, Anthem is it’s pretty easy to master the prescription 623-232-0082, bestlifefamilymedicine.com pad. The fundamentals of this diagnosis and disease and this prescription, what goes together is pretty solidified by the time you’re 10 years in practice. But there’s more to modern medicine than prescriptions.” M aple t hor p e ’s methods have paid dividends already for members, like North Valley Personal Injury Attorneys Halilovic, who realized wellness cannot • Free personal injury case evaluations wait. • An attorney will supervise your case from start to finish “You have to Now in • No fees unless we collect on your behalf do it now versus our new • History of successfully negotiating down medical later,” she says. “At location! costs-increasing the money in your pocket. BestLife, it’s not • All vehicle accidents/wrongful death about just going to your primary care General Practice Law Firm for all your legal needs! physicia n when 623-551-9366 you’re sick like most CarrollLawFirm.com people do. It’s about changing your lifestyle and to support 42104 N. Venture Drive, Suite A 118, Anthem, AZ 85086 you being healthy. JANUARY 2020 |

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Anthem mother-daughter duo wins award for volunteering By Ron Sanzone For a mother-daughter duo in Anthem, the only thing better than giving back to others through volunteerism is to do so alongside each other. For the second consecutive year, Jennifer Meyer and her 16-year-old daughter, Reese, have been recognized by the more than 150 members of the Arrowhead chapter of the National Charity League (NCL) for logging the most volunteer hours at Valley philanthropic events. The NCL, which is divided into 272 branches across 27 states (nine of which are in the Valley), is an organization pairing together daughters between grades 7 and 12 with their mothers to assist local charities and fundraisers throughout the year. Boulder Creek High School junior Reese and her mother, who have been NCL members for the past five years, volunteered for more than 45 hours in 2019. As their time in NCL has matured, their desire to increase the level of their volunteerism has grown. “I think just the really positive experiences we had in the past motivated us to just keep doing it in order to see the effects of the work we were doing,” Reese says. “It wasn’t like a chore. It was something we really enjoyed doing together. And so we wanted to sign up to do more because it was fun and it was rewarding.” Jennifer has spent nearly three decades volunteering, while Reese has been doing so since she was a student in elementary school. The opportunity to work side by side in indulging their passion to give back has been as rewarding as the actual work itself. “I just think there’s nothing more valuable than spending one-on-one time with your daughter, with like-minded people who share your values who want to give back,” Jennifer says. Mothers and daughters of NCL work together at events such as toy drives, back-to-

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school clothing drives, and fundraising galas for charities. Doing so can strengthen their relationships. “I really like doing it with my mom because it feels more like a bonding experience and not as much like something I have to do,” Reese says. “I think it’s made us closer because we’ve been able to see a lot of stuff first-hand and it’s just put a lot of stuff in perspective and helps us appreciate our lives together more.” The time the Meyers spent working events has done even more. It has set an example for other mother-daughter teams, especially those are new to NCL. Amy Wolff and her eighth-grade daughter are in their first year with NCL and adapting to the organization’s time demands as they go along. “(The Meyers) are great role models for those of us (with younger daughters) who are just

learning this process,” Wolff says. “To see that even with all of their school obligations and personal obligations, they prioritize setting aside more than 45 hours to spend time together and to go into the community and fill a need is really inspirational. They found time to do it and, therefore, we will find time to do it too.” For all that it does to fortify family ties and help those in need, community service is just one of three pillars of the NCL. The organization also emphasizes the development of leadership skills and engagement in cultural experiences. Each chapter of NCL, all of whose members are volunteers, is divided into boards. There is a board for mothers and boards for children, one board for each grade level. Currently, Jennifer is vice president of philanthropy, while Reese is the head of the 11th-grade cultural board. Wolff serves on the communications and public relations committee. The NCL created independent boards for children to give them the experience of running meetings, planning events, and deciding each year on a specific philanthropy to help. The goal is to develop today’s girls into tomorrow’s leaders. Serving on boards has “taught me a lot about professionalism and being able to know how to conduct a meeting and voicing my opinion within a group of people,” Reese says. The third pillar of NCL, cultural experiences, differs for each grade level, but includes learning the art of etiquette, building relationships and friendships in one’s age group, and attending cultural events and outings. The aim is to teach girls “how to compose themselves when interacting with people in a cultural environment,” Jennifer says. While NCL can be extremely rewarding, its meetings and events can also be very demanding of one’s time. “It’s not easy, it’s not for the faint of heart,” Jennifer says.

It is also not possible for everyone to join. There is an annual membership fee and only mothers with daughters between seventh to 12th grades are eligible to join together. Furthermore, there is a narrow window of time in which those interested can apply for membership. The window runs from November or December to mid-January. This month, the window closes on January 15 and will not open again until next fall. Applications to join NCL are not rubber-stamped and approved. There is a vetting process to ascertain applicants can, among other things, fulfill a minimum requirement of 15 hours volunteering in a year “They really want to make sure the children and mothers are committed because we do promise organizations we are going to provide them with manpower,” Wolff says. For those who do join, the richness of the experience can far outweigh the burdens on their time. Especially in a world full of distractions. “There’s no technology (when we volunteer),” Wolff says. “(My daughter) is not on her phone, I’m not answering emails, there’s no television, there’s no laundry or anything else that’s going to get in the way. It’s real dedicated bonding mother-daughter time. In today’s environment its invaluable time.” For more information on NCL’s Arrowhead chapter, please visit arrowhead.nationalcharityleague.org or email membershiparrowhead@nclonline.org There is no phone number for the Arrowhead chapter, but the national number is 714-966-1005.

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Make a Wish, Make a Move Anthem’s Cheyenna Walters uses her grant to promote an active lifestyle By Diana Ly While some kids dream of standing on top of the podium at the Olympics or playing in the pros, Cheyenna Walters desired to make a positive impact in young lives. Raised by a single mother, Walters had many teachers and coaches who made a tremendous impact throughout her life. In high school, the California native played softball, soccer and basketball. While earning her degree at California Baptist University, she played soccer and softball. The kinesiology major planned on becoming an athletic trainer, but life had other plans. After much thought, Walters decided to become a teacher because she wanted to impact the lives of others. As a former athlete, specializing in physical education seemed like a great fit. “When children who aren’t active and would prefer to do other things say PE is their favorite class, it makes my heart smile,” Walters says. In her 18th year of teaching, Walters has remained at Deer Valley Unified School District for her entire tenure. A rarity in Deer Valley, Walters teaches PE at Diamond Canyon Creek School (K-8) in Anthem. While she sees the benefits of teaching high school, she loves her middle-school students and wouldn’t have it any other way. “Middle school is where you can make the biggest change in someone’s life,” Walters notes. “This is the time of their life where they are trying to figure out who they are and want to be. Sometimes, it takes just the right people at the right time to provide some stability they may need.”

From wish to reality Teaching PE can be problematic for educators because the evolution of technology can create a sedentary lifestyle for young individuals. Walters wants to use technology as a

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tool to help students understand how their bodies benefit from highimpact movement. “In the past, our school only used pedometers, but they don’t work well because they can be easily manipulated,” Walters says. “We thought, ‘How do we get technology involved so kids are excited about exercising?’” That’s where Fiesta Bowl Charities Wishes for Teachers comes into play. Walters learned about the program through her school administrator. While apprehensive at first, Walters read over the application and thought, “I can totally do this, let me give it a try.” In late October, Walters received a phone call that would change the lives of her students forever. “I was at my daughter’s volleyball game,” Walters says. “I wanted to be in the moment, but after the third ring, ‘I thought this is pretty persistent.’ Once I realized who called, I was excited and thrilled for the news.” Walters was one of 200 Arizona teachers who received $5,000 grants through the Wishes for Teachers program. Fiesta Bowl Charities hosted an elevated Draft Day where local celebrities, community champions, and the Fiesta Bowl family came together at Sneaky Big

Cheyenna Walters at Diamond Canyon school on December 13, 2019 in Anthem, AZ. (Submitted photos)

Studios in Scottsdale to notify the winners. The Fiesta Bowl’s $1 million grant is believed to be the largest donation to Arizona teachers. Her students can “get up and move” with the 45 Fitbits that have been donated to her classroom. “This grant has really helped us,” Walters says. “We have an active PTA and parent involvement at our school, but the technology is still really expensive. Our goal is to have 60 Fitbits, and we are well on our way with the 45 we have.” Join the Fiesta Bowl as it celebrates teachers like Walters during the Desert Financial Fiesta Bowl Parade on December 28, and on-field during the Cheez-It Bowl at Chase Field on December 27. Learn about Wishes for Teachers at fiestabowl.org. Cheyenne gears up to referee a friendly game of dodgeball.

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Excellence Runs in the Family Chamber taps Scott Zychowski the Businessperson of the Year By Heather Maxwell The Anthem Area Chamber Zychowski balances his time of Commerce named Scott between the jewelry store, his Zychowski of Andrew Z Diafamily and friends and civic monds and Fine Jewelry 2019 and community involvement. Businessperson of the Year on He is on the Anthem Area Saturday, December 7. Chamber of Commerce Board A third-generation jeweler, of Directors and is a member Scott moved to Anthem from and former president of the New Jersey in 2009 and forged Preferred Businesses of Anhis own path in the business them. Scott and his wife, Jessi, world following the footsteps live in Anthem with their two left by his father, Andrew and daughters Emma and Brielle grandfather before him. and dog Zoey. “This is a heavy award,” Zy“When my parents first came chowski shares upon receiving to Anthem, they had faith their the prestigious award. sacrifices, determination and “I am so incredibly proud to Scott Zychowski, of Andrew Z Diamonds & Fine Jewelry, celebrates with his family after winning hard work along with all of the stand up here in front of this the Business Person of the Year award. (Submitted photo) wonderful people they met and great community; in the company of the Zychowski at the chamber’s annual Winter relationships they forged would lead to a previous Businessperson of the Year re- Gala. successful family business,” Zychowski cipients—one of them being my dad—and “Scott sets high standards for commu- says. to even be nominated among such a great nity commitment and dedication,” she says. “I hope to continue their legacy and be group of individuals. It’s a humbling ex- “He is kind, thoughtful, encouraging of here to serve our local community for a perience.” others, generous and supportive; and any- long time.” The 2018 Businessperson of the Year, one that interacts with him becomes a betVisit andrewzdiamonds.com. See related Krista Solomon, presented the award to ter business leader and person.” story on page 28.

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Scott Zychowski is dedicated to making Anthem’s jewels shine By Catherine Hathaway

Andrew Z Diamonds & Fine Jewelry has been an institution in Anthem for 15 years, but the business history runs deeper. Third-generation jeweler Scott Zychowski took over the business a year ago and has been recognized for his work in the North Phoenix community. He was named Businessperson of the Year at the recent Anthem Area Chamber of Commerce Gala. “Receiving that award is extremely special to me,” Zychowski says. “My dad (Andrew) actually received the award in 2010. I remember being there when he received that, the look on his face and how proud I was he was recognized by his peers. It was an honor to look down and see my mom and dad looking back at me.” The family’s jewelry lineage began in the 1940s in New York, when Zychowski’s grandfather came to America from Poland after serving in World War II. He used his GI Bill to learn watchmaking

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and in 1949, he opened his first jewelry store in New York. The company quickly grew into New Jersey, where the family moved. Andrew, the eldest son, grew up in the business, helping stock displays and clean the cases from a young age. After honing his skills, he and his wife, Beth, took over the company and raised their children, Kristen, Scott and Kyle. In search of sunshine, the couple closed the New Jersey location in the early 2000s and moved to Anthem. Eventually, they founded Andrew Z Diamonds & Fine Jewelry. Scott followed in his father and grandfather’s footsteps after graduating from Montclair State University.

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ki, but he’s still deeply passionate about it. He and his father worked together for 10 years. “He said, ‘You have to really want this,’” Zychowski’s dad told him about taking over the business. “I said there’s nothing I want more than this. That means something to me.” Andrew Z Diamonds & Fine Jewelry is a full-service store, performing watch repairs and selling engagement rings. Zychowski says one of his favorite things is building custom pieces for clients. He presents his customers with 3-D renderings to show how it would look on a hand. He does “whatever anyone wants, from the ground up,” he says. “We do the old school wax casting, so it’s truly a one-off piece,” he says. “We do a lot of re-imaginative pieces and redesign it into new pieces.” Zychowski encourages the community to support small businesses. “It’s so important for people who are local to shop here because it makes the community more vibrant,” says Zychowski, who lives in Anthem with his wife, Jessie, daughters, Emma and Brielle, and dog, Zoe. “It adds another layer. People are making their living in the community. It’s a great place to live with a ton of character.” Zychowski lives by those thoughts. He is on the Anthem Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and is a member and former president of the PBA (Preferred Businesses of Anthem). “Get out and support, when you have the opportunity and when the business is good,” Zychowski says. “It means the world to us that the community has supported us. Every year it is busier and busier. There are a lot of other small businesses appreciate it, too.”

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These crafts will bring a smile to anyone’s face By Shannon Fisher Happy New Year! It is a great time with a fresh year to start is off with “kindness” crafts. After all the holidays, when things are a little less hectic, you can do things for others that may bring a smile to their face. Kindness bugs are made from smooth stone with colored paper underneath. You can take the stone, place on paper and trace around it. Cut the circle out and hot glue to the bottom of the clear rock. Add google eyes and any other additions and you have a kindness bug. Attach a note saying you have been bitten by a kindness

bug after doing an act of service or when you leave something for someone. Enjoy making your cute bugs! Kindness clouds can be made from white paper. You make a cloud with your name on it and add strips of colorful paper underneath. Write ways you are kind or good qualities on the strips of paper. You can also make one for someone else to brighten their day. Random Acts of Kindness Jars are a way to write things you want to do for others in 2020. Each family member can take a popsicle stick and write an We’re not just a boutique and gift shop! act of kindness. Affordable, eco-friendly Tux and Classic Add them to a Suit Rentals now available in Anthem! jar and pull one out each month Upcoming Workshops throughout the Gong Bath & Crystal Bowl Sound Vibrational Healing Tween Yoga • Reiki Book a Reading with Live Intuit

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some goals, having a destination in mind and establishing some boundaries is nothing like making resolutions. 20/20 vision is vision that can be communicated. Can you explain how you hope 2020 will go? Can you communicate your vision statement in a single sentence? Communicating your plan is essential because receiving feedback is essential. On the doctor’s eye chart, the first three lines are usually pretty easy to read and then as you move down the chart the average person will find themselves having to focus more, maybe even having to squint a little to see the smaller lines. Life is the same way. As we move from month to month, like moving line by line on the eye chart, we may need to slow down. You may need to stop to evaluate. You may need to focus and ask the tough questions, is this what I was hoping for? Is this what I was aiming for? Having someone who can give you honest helpful feedback will be like the eye doctor adjusting the lenses so you can see more clearly. What

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Black Canyon National Recreational Trail Told by Kuma & Written by Lorraine Bossé-Smith Some days I miss the snowy, cold days of Colorado, but not right now. Our weather has been perfect! With the comfortable temps, we have been exploring more hiking trails nearby. I thought when we got on the I-17 north we would be driving for over an hour, but we weren’t heading to the hills; we took exit 242 for Black Canyon City. We were looking for the Black Canyon National Recreational Trail and it wasn’t hard to find. After taking the exit, turn left or west. You will immediately come to a stop sign where you need to turn right or north. You’ll be on the frontage road but not for long. The first left will be Warner Road, and you’ll see a sign for the trailhead. Note: The road is dirt at this point and is bumpy, but any car can manage. You will only be on it for minutes until you reach the parking lot. Parking is free. It has a human restroom, but it was closed the day we were there. Humans need to plan accordingly.

As for me, my kind are welcome as are horses and bicycles. The trailhead is marked with a sign, and you will follow it to the fork in the road. Go left for the Black Canyon trail, but if you want to hike toward Mayer, go right. You’ll come to a gate where you enter. Bikes have a special metal bridge built for them to ride over. Please shut the gate behind you as The Black Canyon National Recreation Trail is easy to find. it keeps the cows in. We didn’t see any roam- another 30 minutes. ing, but we encountered their “plops.” The stream was calling me back, so we The scenery blew our minds. It’s a combi- turned around and headed back to the waternation of Aqua Fria and Spur Cross Ranch ing hole where we ate our lunch. We weren’t with groves of huge saguaro. How many times alone and met some nice humans and their had we driven right by this place and didn’t dog, Harley. What a cutie! He was much know it was here? Apparently, the trail was smaller than me but had a big heart. They established in the 1960s and goes 80 miles. I were from Anthem and were hiking back out knew my folks wouldn’t make me go that far, to have lunch there. so I excitedly pressed on. We sat for quite a spell on a rock by the You will hear the traffic from I-17 only until water before making the trek back to the car. you cross the river. Speaking of, water was In all, we went about 5 miles. Again, you can still flowing, so I was able to swim. Oh man, make this as long or short as you like. Whatdid it feel good! Lots of folks hike to this spot ever you do, you will be amazed at the scenand turn around. If you did, it would be a ery and how easy this trailhead is to get to. 3-mile loop. That’s the good news with this What a great way to start the new year! May trail—you hike as far as you want. The grade it be healthy, happy, and full of tail-wagging is very mild, so you might want to go further adventures. like we did. Kumaito (Kuma for short) is a multi-tan Shiba Shortly after the creek, you will come to Inu, the oldest and purest from Japan. I personally was born in the Rocky Mountains of another “Y” and will need to decide what Colorado, moved to Friendswood, Texas, and now call Phoenix home. I enjoy running or you seek. Heading to the left will bring you hiking almost every day with my mom, chasto a quiet canyon between two hills. You ing rabbits out of my neighborhood, playing with toys, pestering my brother Edmond, won’t have great views, but you are truly eating and napping. out in the wilderness. The signage actually points you toward the left, but you can go Lorraine Bossé-Smith is the founder of the FIT Leader Formula. She shares Kuto the right. This will take you up into the ma’s adventures. She is a motivational Bradshaw Mountains with incredible views. speaker, corporate trainer, business We followed the official trail to the left and consultant, executive coach, behavioral-wellness expert, and author of continued on through incredible terrain for Supersized saguaros await you at Black Canyon National Recreation Trail. (Photos by Lorraine Bossé-Smith)

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Shrimp, Avocado and Roasted Corn Salad By Jan D’Atri Salads. Lots of us are craving them right now as we’re still coming off of a holiday eating frenzy. But, if you’re going to have a salad as a main meal, it had better be a darn good one, right? I discovered the appeal of great main dish salads when I had my restaurants. One of the most popular items on the menu was our garbage salad. Believe me, it was fully loaded with meats, cheeses, caramelized vegetables and oh, yes, somewhere in there was romaine. Well, I just stumbled upon another loaded-withflavor salad that inspired me enough to write about and share with you! It’s a shrimp, avocado, tomato and roasted corn salad with a creamy, dreamy pesto mayonnaise dressing. (You can substitute yogurt for the mayo!) This salad checks all the boxes for me. It’s got a little crunch, a smooth, creamy dressing and when you add jumbo shrimp, charred corn, ripe avocado, crisp bacon and sweet cherry tomatoes, you’ve got a winner all the way around! It’s kind of the salad version of a one-pot wonder, because you use the same pan to char the corn, brown the bacon and cook the shrimp! The pesto dressing puts it over the top. With salads like this, we can make it through another year until sugar cookie platters and eggnog coax us into submission!

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August Don’t forget your hands. So many people

spend so much time making sure to take care of their face, but they forget what really gives away their age is their hands. There are many nonsurgical solutions to turning back time on your hands including laser and injectable treatments. Another tip, when applying physician-grade products and SPF to your face, neck and chest, don’t forget to also treat your hands at the same time. This little tip can make a world of difference.

September Now is the time to start thinking about healing your skin from all of the added sun exposure you incurred over the summer months. Ease back into laser treatments with a no-downtime, pain-free ClearLift treatment. This treatment is safe to perform year-round, requires absolutely no downtime from working out or life in general. This is a true “lunch-time” procedure and no one will even know you had a treatment. This laser treatment works by targeting deeper layers of the skin in order to build Refreshed continues on pg. 45

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Hitting the Trails

How to be prepared for outdoor adventures this fall and winter By Michael Schneider So close, and yet, so far. The Sonoran Preserve is just minutes away from the I-17/Loop 101 interchange in North Phoenix but it offers 36 miles of trails spread over 9,600 acres of wilderness, making it a magnet for hikers, runners and bicyclists. Most, if properly prepared, will enjoy a safe and exhilarating day in the desert. But knowing how to prepare for your outdoor adventure, what kind of condition you should be in, and what to do in case of an injury, are of vital importance. Dr. Marc Jacofsky, Ph.D., knows the area very well. The Desert Hills trailhead is 2 miles from his home, and he has ventured far and wide on his mountain bike, developing a special affinity for the northern section of the Sonoran Preserve. “The Ocotillo, Sidewinder and Apache Wash trails are the ones I have frequented the most,” Jacofsky says. “The Skip Rimza Paseo is a nice route back when one is tired,

Dr. Rene Lucas is an interventional spine and pain medicine specialist at The CORE Institute and the founder of The CORE Racing Team. (Photos courtesy The CORE Institute)

dehydrated or having a mechanical issue with their bike.” That kind of awareness comes as no surprise to anyone who knows Jacofsky, a renowned researcher and chief scientific officer at The CORE Institute, an orthopedic practice. “Hikers and runners should always watch the trail for mesquite and Palo Verde branches that can pierce right through the sole of your shoe and into your foot,” he says. “Also, be aware one misplaced step on the angular rocks can easily result in an ankle sprain or worse. Mountain bikers need to treat every ride like it’s your first time on the trail. Loose material can cause spinouts, and rocks can cause catastrophic tire failure. Falling is a real risk. If you’re lucky you will just have road rash from the gravel and a story to tell, but you can also end up in a cactus or fall hard and break a bone.” Elite cyclists, like Dr. Rene Lucas, can also be seen taking advantage of the Phoenix Sonoran Preserve. In Dr. Marc Jacofsky frequents the Desert Hills trailhead, which is 2 miles from his home, on his mountain bike.

addition to being an interventional spine and pain medicine specialist at The CORE Institute, Lucas is the founder and driving force behind The CORE Racing Team, whose members have competed and brought home medals from bicycle races across the country and around the world. Lucas says the most common cycling injuries are neck and low back pain, knee pain, ankle tendonitis, saddle sores and foot numbness. “All of the ailments are almost always related to a less than ideal bike fit,” Lucas says. “In my experience, both with recreational riders and racers, any lingering back pain or neck issues goes away with proper fit and a tailored training program.” When it comes to injury prevention, getTrails continues on pg. 43 JANUARY 2020 |

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#SelfCare

Taking care of yourself is the gift that keeps on giving By Dr. Brian Hester, Back to Health of Anthem Self-care is the buzziest of buzzwords lately. Instagram is full of mani/pedis and bubble baths all in the name of #selfcare. And, don’t get me wrong, those things can be self-care. It’s just that those insta-worthy examples are certainly not all-encompassing. Selfcare looks different for every single person because, well, it’s for yourself. Not what your mom needs, not what your spouse needs. You. This is why when we see #selfcare everywhere on the interwebs, it kind of gets a bad rap. It can appear like self-care is forever and only putting yourself above everyone else. This is not at all the original intent. Self-care is taking care of your own needs so that you can show up as your best self in all areas of your life. Self-care isn’t selfish. Quite the contrary, it’s actually very selfless to give the best of yourself to someone else. And that’s only possible when you take care of yourself. Let’s look at the oxygen mask example. If you’ve ever been on a plane and they’re going through the safety spiel before the plane takes off, they tell you that if

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you’re flying with small children and there’s a change in cabin pressure, “Place the mask on yourself first and then help others around you.” You are no good to anyone if you haven’t taken care of yourself. That example breaks down a bit because it’s talking about self-care (the mask) in an emergency. Self-care isn’t just meant for when the plane is going down and your life is in crisis. Self-care is one of the best preventatives out there to keep you from getting to the point of crisis. It also gives you margin when chaos does inevitably hit. Even though the “face of self-care” is often binging Netflix with zero interruptions from another human, it doesn’t necessarily have to be something you do by yourself. That’s the beauty of self-care—it’s whatever it is that will keep you healthy and refuel you. Sometimes it’s going for a run, sometimes it’s eating a cookie. It could be making time to have meaningful conversations with your

spouse, or it could be choosing to put your kids in front of a show so you can go sit in silence for a few minutes. Massages, journaling, making healthy meals at the beginning of the week so you aren’t hitting the drive-thru on your way to kids’ practices, going to bed on time, actually taking a lunch break, using your vacation days, getting your chiropractic adjustments—all examples of self-care. It doesn’t even have to be doing something. Kendra Hennessy of “Mother Like a Boss” says one of her favorite ways to practice selfcare is by setting boundaries. By actually saying no to things that won’t serve her or her family. By not taking on another obligation for the sake of “should-ing” all over yourself. Self-care is important all year long. When our schedules are full, nights are long, and not-so-nutritious food is a-plenty, the more preventative work we can do for our minds, spirits and bodies, the better. That way, when you’re listening to your great aunt tell you again that she doesn’t like the way you’re wearing your hair, you can take a deep breath, and think of the good book and bubble bath waiting for you at home. Because, #selfcare.

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ting yourself in shape should be job No. 1. Lucas is particularly proud of the work done by the physical therapists at The CORE Institute. “We offer core strengthening instruction and muscle strengthening programs by our well qualified physical therapists which would be helpful for anyone wishing to be active outdoors such as hikers, runners and cyclists,” Lucas says. “And for a novice rider, I would encourage anyone interested in riding to hook up with any number of riding groups or clubs where one can learn to safely navigate off and on the roads. And always wear a helmet.” Jacofsky echoes those sentiments and advises road riders to always be alert to cars driving too fast, too close to the bike lane, or those being driven by distracted drivers. “For a biker, the car and the pavement are unforgiving obstacles,” Jacobsky says. “I prefer to stick to the trails, but you should take it slow until you know the trail. Know your limitations and listen to your body. Recognize trail conditions can change dramatically with one rain event in the desert. Think you know the trail and get complacent and you might be in for a surprise. “Always carry a first-aid kit with the essentials: wet wipes for road rash cleanup, antibiotic ointment, nonstick bandages (large and small) and tweezers for run-ins with a cactus. Carry lots of water, twice what you think you need in warmer months. Be on the lookout for snakes and do your best to avoid them.” Jacofsky says bikers heading uphill should, “get into the right gear before you need it. And there is no shame walking if you run out of gas in your legs. “For hikers and runners, select the right footwear. Do you have plantar fasciitis and need a more cushioned sole, or are you prone to ankle sprains and need additional ankle support from a higher shoe or boot versus a low-cut style?” While all those considerations can certainly reduce the risk of injury for those venturing out into the Phoenix Sonoran Preserve, accidents are still bound to happen. So are the aches and pains that come with rigorous activity. That’s when outdoor enthusiasts have an important decision to make: should I see a doctor? Chances are, if you are asking yourself that question, the answer is “yes.” With clinics located in North Phoenix and throughout the Valley, The CORE Institute is particularly well-suited to handle those concerns. “We have fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons, physical medicine and rehab specialists, interventional and pain management specialists, and neurologists who can diagnose and manage pain related to any body part,” Lucas says. Jacofsky adds, “Runners tend to experience repetitive stress injuries to their feet and knees and tendinitis in the legs. “We can keep weekend warriors on the trail because our dedicated nonoperative sports medicine team aim to keep people out of the operating room by maintaining a healthy musculoskeletal system. Of course, if you do have an acute injury, we have a great team of orthopedic specialists on call at the major hospitals throughout the Valley.” Info: thecoreinstitute.com.

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Personal trainer Carter Lay lifts clients into the New Year By Catherine Hathaway

New Year Resolutions may be intimidating for people looking to make healthier decisions or improve their workout routine. Anthem personal trainer Carter Lay is making health and wellness goals manageable. Training for two years, Lay works at the Anthem Community and SkinSport Fitness centers. “I’ve been working out for the last five years,” Lay says. “I always knew I wanted to do something around fitness and would help other people.” Lay started training people he knew through friends and saw how other people grew and it strengthened his own love of fitness. ACE certified, Lay wants to understand his clients’ fitness levels, desires and experiences to best tailor a workout to them. “First of all, I find out what their age is and if they have previous exercise experience,” Lay says. “I don’t want to push anyone too hard with no fitness experience. We advance the workout every week.” Lay says clients have different goals for their personal training sessions. “I’ve done the whole spectrum from people losing weight to gaining strength,” Lay says. “I like finding athletes who want to focus on strength and conditioning.” The New Year is the time to set goals. Lay knows a lot of people have resolutions and he wants to help them achieve those goals. “For 2020, people who want to lose weight or build strength, I’d love to help them out,” Lay says. A Sacramento native, Lay moved to Anthem in the fifth grade. He graduated from Boulder Creek High School, where he played basketball, baseball and football. At Glendale Community College, he played baseball. Recently, he’s enjoyed competing in bodybuilding competitions and took second place at a national show in Pittsburgh. “I have another show this year,” Lay says. “I will probably do it as long as I can. When I first started lifting it was about sports and stuff like that, but I really have a love for training now. I’ve made it a lifestyle and something I want to do for the rest of your life.”

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