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At MorningSide of College Park,

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in Your Nest: Full Steam Ahead 6 Invest

by Pat Carlini Wild Mushroom Crostini 8 Sauteed

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estled in the shadow of the Pyramids of College Park, sits an elegant independent and assisted living apartment home complex, which was designed for both style and convenience. The very private and beautifully kept grounds are surrounded with the luxuries of a fine resort.

The first thing I noticed when entering the front lobby of MorningSide of College Park was the laughter where residents and guests were gathered around a beautiful grand piano. The companionship of neighbors enjoying life was clearly present.

A tour of the large complex shows the diversity this senior community offers including impressive multiple floor plans that are based on particular lifestyle needs. Multiple levels of care are available as well for assisted living services, and therapy such as speech, physical and occupational can be arranged to make it convenient for residents to receive 4

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any additional care that might be needed in this community living environment.

A wide variety of daily scheduled activity opportunities for socialization, lifelong learning, inspiration and spirituality, hobbies and cultural arts are always in motion, and a lower level game room, theater, billiards room and full service beauty and barber shop compliment the wonderful physical fitness studio where keeping fit is easy to do.

Susan Albers is clearly at home in her position as Executive Director of MorningSide as the passion she feels for seniors resonates in her face as she speaks to finding her dream job some 6 years ago when she was looking for a new calling after a distinguished career in business development, fundraising and association management. “I have often thought that we don’t revere our seniors as much as we should. To me, they are our past and within them exists a world of knowledge and a lifetime of experiences that speak to the core values of generations. It’s

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a rare privilege to share time and space with people who are unique within their lives joining together concentration camp survivors; World War II soldiers and pilots, a Pearl Harbor sailor survivor, retired presidents of companies and other special human beings all in one location. They are a wealth of folks ranging in age from 60 to 102 who bring rich, firsthand experiences to our family of residents. They teach us all so much. I can’t imagine my life now being centered anywhere else,” Albers said.

When asked what the most enjoyable part of her job was she answered, “Interacting daily with our residents and helping them with their independent and assisted living experience. In addition, getting to know and work with their families is a wonderful extension of our team of professionals. Our team goes way beyond what is expected.

This is what real families do for each other.”

Susan Albers, Executive Director, MorningSide of College Park Senior Living Community.

Morning Side is indeed host to a rich cultural exchange of residents with a sampling that includes a blend of Jewish, Irish, Polish, Greek, English, Russian and American heritage. Wonderful gatherings celebrating country traditions and tales of life experiences make for special times of joyful celebration, which

are enhanced by MorningSide’s own executive chef, Gonzo Schatz who is known for whipping up spectacular menu creations every day.

Yes, at MorningSide of College Park, you will hear a lot of laughter as the staff and the residents love to make each other smile. They share a common belief that laughter is a wonderful vitamin for life. It’s easy to see why this lovely senior complex is often referred to as a living, one-on-one caring community where the best is yet to come!

MorningSide of College Park, an Independent and Assisted Living Community is located at 8810 Colby Boulevard, Indianapolis, IN 46268. For more information call Susan at (317) 872-4567 or visit their website at www.morningsideofcollegepark.com.

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By Pat Carlini

Full Steam Ahead

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ometimes a simple repair can lead to a full remodeling job, as in the case of my own guest bathroom, which doubles as a steam shower, and was the most popular bathroom in the house for family members and our guests.

Designer Wendy Prather of Lemire Design was the first to take a look at the room. “We knew that the plain vanity, dated faux painting, and little shower door had to go. In my mind, I wanted to go with a darker, sassy look instead of the neutrals. Wendy agreed and the transformation was started.�

So when it came time to fix a small leak in the shower, I decided it was time to Invest in My Nest, with full steam ahead to give this bathroom the makeover it deserved!

The room was gutted and the opening to the shower was widened by 12 inches, which gave the shower a surprisingly larger look. It also exposed the back wall of the shower, suddenly making it a focal point and in need of something

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dramatic. We chose a tile pattern (Architectual Brick and Tile) made up of shimmery bronzes with random highlights of silver. It certainly made a statement and we decided on a glass door to show off the new wall of tile.

I did add a warming system to the floor so we wouldn’t get cold feet when it comes time to do the next remodeling project!

If you have a remodeling project in your home, let me know so we can follow your progress, too. For more information go online at www.atCarmel.com.

A strip of the same tile wrapped around the rest of the bathroom, topped with a unique black-bronze chair rail, custom flooring and ceramic tile all in the same hues (The Tile shop) really blended together filling out the rest of the bathroom.

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Every project of redecorating can have it challenges and ours came in the tile selection, which came from three different stores with three different grouts. It took some work to make it all blend.

The plain white vanity was replaced with a sleek black cabinet (Zinn Kitchens, Inc.) topped with an exotic stone called Black Thunder (Stone Spectrum). A partially recessed Kohler glass bowl and a Pfister waterfall faucet (Fergusons) brought it all together.

The strip lighting and mirror were replaced with a framed backlit mirror (Glassworks by Design) and two chocolate colored crystal pendants that I found on the internet. A bronze shimmery faux finish (Faux painting by Lisa) was added to the walls and a silvery sparkle to the ceiling completing this steamy oasis ready for all to enjoy.

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Directions: Pre-heat oven to 350°. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet. Lightly drizzle with olive oil. Bake bread for 8-10 minutes until lightly toasted. Remove from oven and set aside. Leave oven turned on.

Melt butter in a large saute pan over medium-low heat. Add garlic and saute for a minute until fragrant. Add chopped mushrooms. Increase heat to medium and saute mushrooms in butter for 5-8 minutes, until starting to reduce down and get brown.

Add white wine and increase heat to high. Cook, stirring often, until wine has reduced and most of the liquid has evaporated, approximately 10 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper. Add fresh chopped parsley and mix together.

Remove from heat.

ingredients: • 1 baguette, cut into thin slices • Olive oil • 1/4 cup butter (1 stick) • 2 cloves of garlic, minced • 1 pound mixed mushrooms (button, portabella) cleaned, stems removed and chopped fine • 1/4 cup of dry white wine (Sauvigon Blanc & Chardonnay work well) • Sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste • Fresh Mozzarella Cheese cut into 24 thin slices to fit baguette • 1/4 cup freshly shredded Parmesan (not grated) • Chopped fresh parsley

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Making Baby Sleepers a

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By Jenn Kampmeier Have you ever had to change a diaper at three o’clock in the morning? You have one eye open, your baby is fussing, and you’re trying to snap the bottom of the kid’s pajamas. Frustrated and cursing under your breath you think; there has to be a better way!

Enter Hello World Clothing Company.

Hello WorldŽ is the brain child of a loving mom, Cynthia Wise, who wanted an easier way for savvy parents to connect with the needs of their children and with their own world. “We realize that busy parents and children have one important common thread: each other. When your child shines the eyes of innocence in your direction, everything else is insignificant,� said Wise.

The first product was the SmartZip Sleeper. It comes in blue “Blue Me Away� and pink “Made Me Blush.� Both have brown accents.

The sleeper has a two-way zipper that allows you to unzip from the top for traditional dressing, and it has an additional zipper pull at the bottom, so you can unzip from the bottom, where access is needed most during a diaper change. No more little arms wiggling out at the top when you want to change a diaper at the bottom!

Hello World Clothing Company founder Cynthia Wise has developed baby sleepers featuring zippers instead of snaps.

“Our second product was the SimpleZip Pant,� added Wise. “This pant has a one way zipper at the inseam. This allows for one simple zip when changing the diaper. I loved the snap pants, but didn’t enjoy realigning them. And there weren’t very many on the market.

I also would get frustrated when I would be in a public restroom and had to take the pants completely off as they would inevitably fall on the dirty floor. I wanted to simplify a sometimes very

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Wise also unveiled a new green color unisex sleeper, “Olive You More,” with sizes ranging from 0-24m.

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Not only does this new company make great products, they understand that part of being in business is giving back to the community. Hello World Clothing Company has a giving back foundation that donates 5% proceeds of online sales to The Aidan Brown Foundation, a local charity that raises money to provide iPads to children in the hospital with cancer, in honor of Aidan Brown, who fought Neuroblastoma and won! They donate sleepers and 5% proceeds to The New Life Home Orphanage in Kenya through the Amani Foundation. This was inspired by a local girl in Wise’s daughter’s school, her family created the Amani Foundation to help support the orphanage where they adopted their daughter.

“We are currently working with a tube fed children’s organization. It turns out our sleepers are a great answer for tube fed babies. The two-way zipper allows for an opening anywhere along the body. The parents typically cut holes in clothes or use gowns. Our sleepers keep their babies warm and comfortable while keeping the tube in place. I get letters all the time from parents wanting bigger sizes and more colors. Our hope is to run a yearly holiday campaign to provide one sleeper to the foundation for every one sold on our site,” Wise stated.

Hello World made their first sale in June of 2009, they continue to grow and learn new things daily. Thoughts on being a business owner, what does it take? “Money!

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escorted to a booth in an interior room of one very romantic and completely inappropriate fondue restaurant.

Now I’ve had fondue a number of times in my life, and I think it’s a great meal for socializing with friends or lingering with someone you know and love — a relaxing cook-as-you-chat evening — the operative word being RELAXING. Unless, of course, you find yourself on a first date with Bob. We ordered a steak and vegetable fondue combination and, as our server checked the temperature of the pot of broth sitting over the heating unit in the center of our table, she ran through her typical spiel. “It takes about 3 minutes for the meat to cook all the way through. The vegetables will take less time depending on how crisp you like them.

Enjoy!”

I’ve heard of a 3-minute egg, but about two seconds after our server walked away, I was introduced to OCD Bob, or as I’ve come to refer to him, “the 3-minute man.” Because he whipped out his BlackBerry, set its timer to go off at 3-minute intervals and quickly skewered his first piece of meat with his fondue fork and plunged it into the boiling broth, his eyes darting from the phone to the fondue pot and back again.

I was a little nonplussed. Being in my early 40s, I remember what it was like to go on a date without an electronic third wheel. And while I have no desire to relive my 20s, I wouldn’t mind — I dare say I even look forward to — the occasional evening sans cell phones.

By Queenie Bishop While first dates should always occur in a public place (no exceptions), I wouldn’t recommend a fondue restaurant, particularly not one with intimate booths and mood lighting.

And definitely not with someone who is already married — to his BlackBerry®.

Then I thought maybe he couldn’t see well enough in the dim lighting to tell if his meat was done, so I tried to give him the benefit of the doubt, collected my thoughts, took a slow, deep breath, and dove into the obligatory first-date chitchat.

Regrettably, as you may have surmised, I found myself in just such a situation. I probably should have said, “Bob, we don’t know each other well enough yet,” because, let’s face it, ambience like that is lost on a first date. A lady doesn’t really want to go to a romantic restaurant with a near stranger, and the chances of me ending up canoodling with said near stranger in a dark corner of said romantic restaurant our first time out are slim to none.

“I used to eat fondue a lot when I was a kid,” I said. “Of course, we cooked our meat in oil back then before everyone was so conscious of cholesterol and fat intake. And I have to say…”

Yes, I should have said, “Perhaps a coffee house might be a better choice.” And I would have. I absolutely would have had Bob not called at 7 a.m. on a Saturday morning to set the time and place. It was difficult enough to feel around for a scrap piece of paper and a pen and scribble the information down with my eyes closed. An intelligent sentence was not an option. So fast-forward 12 hours, and Bob and I were 12

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DING! Quick like a rabbit Bob extracted his first piece of meat with one hand while dropping piece number two in with the other.

“You want to use my timer?” he asked, his eyes adding me to their rotation, racing from fondue pot, to me, to the BlackBerry screen glowing eerily in the dark as it ticked off the seconds.

His rapid eye movement was starting to make me dizzy, so

I looked down at my plate. “No thanks,” I said. “I think I’ll just wing it.”

I think I smiled. It might have looked more like a grimace from Bob’s side of the table. I waited for him to say something else, but he was intent on readying his next piece of steak for cooking.

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In Search of Better Grades, Tutors Where did you begin your search for a tutor?

Mugele: “Locally. I trust friends to let me know who is qualified for the job and who might be a good fit with my kids personalities.

If I don’t find someone that way, I’ll look for college students who need to log hours for community service or class.”

Finnell: “Referrals! I thought about checking out some of the more formal sources for tutoring, but decided to approach friends and co-workers first for some guidance.”

How was the response and how easily did you find available tutors?

Indianapolis moms Shari Finnell (left) and Jody Mugele (right) enlisted the help of a tutor for their children who were struggling in school. Writer Joe Wadlington asks them both for some advice in hopes of helping other parents looking for help.

By Joe Wadlington When my mother was growing up, people rarely got straight “A’s.” This had nothing to do with the quality of the students or the education. Back then an “A” meant exceptional work and it was uncommon to be “exceptional” in every single category.

These days, with inflated grades and an effort to not leave students behind, children are receiving higher grades than ever.

So what is a parent to do? Naturally, no one wants his or her child slipping behind the pack. It can also be difficult for a child to truly shine when the bar is lowered. Many parents look for tutoring or private lessons to give their children a cutting edge.

There are many justifications for this; money spent on tutors now may be money saved by scholarships later, maybe private school is just a little too costly but you’re child’s current school is just a little too slow or maybe a parent seeks extracurricular help to keep their child on par. Whatever the reasons for the tutor, attaining one can be a confusing first step. Here is what local parents Shari Finnell and Jody Mugele went through when they realized they wanted to provide their kids with something extra.

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Mugele: “Quick. I knew my standards and expectations going in (maybe they were lowish) but it helped get what I needed quickly.”

Finnell: “Fortunately, it didn’t take that long for me to get a personal recommendation for Jonathan Bernardi, who also teaches math at a nearby community college. He was highly recommended by one of my co-workers who had used him as a tutor for one of his continuing education classes.”

What qualifications did you need in your tutor?

Mugele: “1. Someone who understands my kids are individuals and who will know how to motivate them. 2. Someone who had a specific depth of experience/knowledge about the subject.”

Finnell: “It was important to me that I found someone who would push my son without turning him off, as well as someone who had the right skills and aptitude for explaining college prep mathematics. Since I was also looking for someone who could help him with his study habits; again, to help prepare him for college, I thought it was important that it was something he could easily relate to as well as respect.”

What other qualities were factors? (Age, gender, availability, etc.)

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from www.wzpl.com matters. I’m big on allowing my kids to be as independent as possible, so one consideration for me was if my kids could walk to their tutor’s studio or home.”

Finnell: “I preferred a male so that my son could relate better.

Personality was huge … the right “match” from that perspective was a huge consideration. Age wasn’t a huge factor … I wanted someone with experience, but yet who is able to get across to someone my son’s age. Also, I wasn’t necessarily looking for a formal schedule (i.e. meet once a week on Mondays) but rather someone who was willing to work with us as needed.”

Did the relationship with your tutor turn out well or did you have to look other places?

Mugele: “Worked out very well! My kids have missed tutors when they’ve outgrown them and they still keep in touch.”

Finnell: “The relationship turned out really well … it clicked from the beginning, which is saying a lot because my son wasn’t looking forward to working with a mentor. Jonathan took the time to draw up on his own personal experiences in high school to break the ice with my son, which was a huge factor in setting

the tone. He also talked about favorite books that they had in common. Because of the tutor’s passion for math and other subjects my son shares an interest in, the tutoring relationship has proven to be even more successful than originally planned.”

Did your child’s work improve?

Mugele: “Yes!” Finnell: “Yes. Jonathan has helped my son get over some ‘humps’ in his math classes, as well as encouraged him to improve his study habits in other areas.”

Tutors and instructors can be found throughout the city and suburbs. Start your search by asking friends for referrals but also make a point to ask current instructors and schools. They will have listings of tutors readily available.

Joe Wadlington is a writer, artist and recent Butler grad. Follow his musings about emotional eating and being young in the city at @JoeWadlington.

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Brittany Kelly, shown here at her favorite indoor golf practice facility Golf 365, will be playing close to home in the My Marsh Golf Classic May 28-June 3 at the Hawthorns Golf Club in Fishers.

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Road to the LPGA Stops in Local Pro’s Backyard Brittany Kelly, Daughter of Carmel Middle Teacher, to Play in LPGA Tournament at Hawthorns Golf Club Story by Stephanie Carlson Curtis

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ive an 8-year old a golf club and a little white ball, and you never know what might happen when she tees it up. In Brittany Kelly’s case, that golf club felt like it belonged in her hands, but before it became an extension of who she is, she juggled multiple balls – from soccer to basketball. But, her relationship with golf has had staying power and is now offering opportunities she could only dream about. As a member of the Symetra Tour player marketing team, she has been chosen as spokeswoman for the My Marsh Golf Classic, a $100,000 purse world-class women’s golf event, scheduled to be held at The Hawthorns Golf and Country Club in Fishers May 28-June 3.

“What an honor to be asked to publicize this local tournament that will take place in my hometown on the same course I played in high school, where I qualified for my first U.S. Girls Junior, and became runner up at the MAC championships while playing for Ball State,” said Brittany. “I couldn’t be more excited to play in my own backyard.”

competitive and it was a big decision between soccer and golf. Both sports were in the same season,” said Brittany. “It was a big turning point for me. I was not going to be able to play all the sports I wanted to play. I decided golf was going to take me further and I really wanted to play in college at a Division 1 school with a full ride scholarship, so I had to make some tough decisions.” Ultimately, she was able to play goalie on her high school soccer team her senior year.

Brittany’s grandparents on her mother’s side introduced her to the game of golf. “My sister and I used to ride on the cart and keep score.” Ashley, who is 4 years older, chose not to pursue a career in golf but supports her baby sister. “My dad never played golf until he met my mom and now he’s my caddie whenever it fits into his schedule.”

It all started with Hamilton County’s 4-hole junior tournaments. Occasional wins as a junior golfer kicked in her drive to tee it up and keep the ball in play. “The first four-hole tournament I won was at Forest Park in

Sponsored by Marsh Supermarkets, Hamilton County Sports Authority and the Ladies Professional Golf Association, the Road to the LPGA will stop in Hamilton County for the first time in tour history. According to Joe Kelley, chairman, CEO and president of Marsh, “We are delighted to help bring the rising stars of the LPGA to Central Indiana as a way to raise valuable funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association and further enable this great organization to achieve its goals.” A full field of 144 golfers from around the world will compete to develop their careers.

A born competitor, Kelly excelled in athletics as a youngster. Upon entering high school, she was forced to toss around her options realizing she had to choose just one sport when freshman soccer conflicted with tryouts for the Hamilton Southeastern girl’s golf team. “I’m very

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It was like a kick off to the season. In fact, almost every family vacation was a golf vacation.” But, even though Brittany worked hard at her game and put in numerous hours and effort to reach the top, she was humbled upon arriving at Qualifying School. “It’s really hard when you have had a successful college career and everyone you are competing with is as good or better than you. I learned through my rookie season that I have some things to work on, needed to make changes and focus on what was going to be my one up on everyone else,” said Brittany. “I finally got new clubs and was professionally fitted.”

Noblesville,” said Brittany. “I thought it was so cool to get a trophy.” And she learned as she grew into the game, it’s not just cool to get a trophy, but it’s seriously hard work to keep that cool going.

Upon graduating from Hamilton Southeastern High School, she realized she needed to keep in the swing of things, participating in 18-hole events almost daily, all summer long prior to her participation on the Ball State women’s golf team, “Sometimes it’s so hard when you are not playing well and you still have to show up for work day after day.”

“During spring break, I’d go to Florida and practice golf.

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Brittany did qualify for the Symetra Tour during Q-school and she gives her caddie high scores for her winning Life’s Transitions performance. “Dad started caddying for me when I played in the Indiana Women’s Golf events,” said Brittany. “He’s great at helping with yardage, wind and encouraging me think about things I’m not thinking about at the moment, like play the slope, if I’m putting.”

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But, on the green her Dad, Ken Kelly, a teacher at Carmel Middle School, normally hangs back and does not read putts. “You know it’s just like coaching. When players are playing well it’s fun and everybody is happy. When Brittany is on her game my job is easy and life is good,” said Kelly, who has coached the Carmel High School girl’s golf team for nearly two decades. “As her caddy, I never really feel nervous until her game gets challenging. I take my job seriously and focus on giving her the facts she needs to make the shot. I try to keep her calm and positive when shots aren’t coming.”

Brittany decided to give up her amateur status and turn pro after graduating from Ball State and she has not experienced much glamour. “It’s lonely on the road, I miss my family and there’s not much money at this stage. I have to make my own schedule, be disciplined to practice and

workout and find places to stay when I’m in an unfamiliar town for a tournament. But I love it.”

Now in her second year on the Symetra Tour, Brittany has the chance to be a big shot in her hometown with her Daddy Caddy in tow. Both are no longer rookies and have learned some valuable lessons marching along the fairway, “Last summer, I let a ‘just don’t leave it short’ comment slip on the putting green after we lined up her putt. She ran it by two feet and I got a glare that could kill. Thankfully, she made the putt coming back,” recalled Kelly. “A few weeks later Brittany presented me with CD’s titled “Who’s Your Caddy?” The best advice I got from the stories told were; #1 show-up, #2 keep up and #3 shut-up.

Kelly reflects on how rewarding it has been watching his youngest daughter progress through a life in golf. “From nearly birth she’s been saying ‘Watch me Daddy, watch this’ and I have been watching her. I will keep watching her golf and compete for as long as she is in the game.”

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My goal is to place in the top ten in the My Marsh Golf Classic. Both me and my Dad know the Hawthorns course well,” said Brittany. “Dad has helped me win tournaments before. He can help me win this tournament!”

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Business Spotlight

Wellness Strategies, P.C. associates (left to right) Lisa Duhamell, Melissa Wilson, and Taryn Stejskal help professionals, individuals, couples, and families facing life transitions.

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By J. Andy Murphy When it comes to mental and emotional health, the first step toward healing is often the hardest. It can take a great deal of courage to recognize that what you’ve been doing is no longer enough. Yet, finding the right therapist to help improve your life, or that of a family member, can be a daunting process. At Wellness Strategies, P.C., “We’ve created a boutique practice that values the customer experience as well as providing the highest quality services to meet our clients’ needs,” says Dr. Taryn M. Stejskal, Ph.D., LMFT, principal founder and president. “In many practices, clients are just a number. Yet, at Wellness Strategies, we care deeply about each person with whom we have the privilege of working and we recognize that the concern often impacts the family as a whole. Everyone wants the best for themselves and their loves ones,” emphasizes Stejskal (pronounced Stay-Skull).

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families facing all manner of concerns including couples’ needs (across the spectrum from pre-marital counseling to infidelity), grief and loss, trauma, addiction, children and adolescents, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. The practice also provides coaching and leadership consulting for people looking to enhance their personal and professional relationships. “Wellness is about physical, emotional, mental, and relational health in both the workplace and at home.”

In addition, Wellness Strategies has chosen to focus on the intersection of health and relationships when a person receives a significant health diagnosis or sustains a neurological injury, such as a stroke, brain, or spinal cord injury. “We recognize that very few people understand the intersection of health and relationships,” Stejskal explains, “and health concerns add an extra layer of complexity on top of pre-existing family issues. Yet, very few professionals are focusing on this important need, and we believe this service is invaluable to the community.”

In addition to Stejskal, Wellness Strategies, P.C., has two associates, Lisa Duhamell and Melissa Wilson.

Lisa Duhamell, MA, LMHC earned her Master of Arts at Indiana Wesleyan University with a dual emphasis on marriage, family therapy, and mental health counseling.

Ms. Duhamell completed advanced training in Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, emphasizing healthy attachment. “EFT is really a cutting-edge modality of clinical practice and there is a great deal of evidence base in the research literature that shows that couples really benefit,” said Duhamell. At Wellness Strategies, Lisa also focuses her clinical practice on working with children as well as individuals and families in culturally diverse settings.

“Lisa is truly excellent with children and play therapy,” Dr. Stejskal reports.

“One of the strongest elements of our partnership is that we are able to bring our shared expertise to the practice to collaborate with one another regularly,” reports Duhamell.

“All of our clients benefit from a team approach in order to provide the best therapeutic and coaching services possible.”

“Think of it has getting three clinicians for the price of one,” expands Stejskal.

Melissa Wilson, MSW, LSW earned her bachelor’s degree from Butler University and master’s degree in social work from Indiana University (IU) in Indianapolis where she concentrated on mental health and addiction. She further completed an extensive internship through IU focused on utilizing evidenced-based practices with individuals facing emotional concerns and substance abuse. Mrs. Wilson developed programming that supports healthy family functioning for parents and caregivers of those with cognitive and developmental disabilities. Melissa is involved with Military Family Research Institute (MFRI) through Purdue University where she conducts research that supports military families. She also specializes in work with people experiencing grief and loss related to varying health and life circumstances. “Melissa has an incredible rapport with her clients and she offers a great deal of care and understanding to each and every client she sees,” Dr. Stejskal said.

master’s degrees at the University of Maryland, College Park where she specialized in Family Science and Health.

She is also a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Taryn completed an intensive pre-and post-doctoral internship at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in Richmond, VA in neuropsychology. “I’ve always been fascinated by the human brain,” shared Stejskal, “and I use my knowledge to understand people’s behavior and relationships in personal and professional settings.” Dr. Stejskal is a much respected professional who has published numerous articles, research manuscripts and book chapters, delivering national and international presentations.

The obvious energy and emphasis on the client and “customer” experience found within this practice is indeed a model of care that offers exemplary clinical, consulting, and coaching services. If you or your family would like to learn more, please call (317) 257-7443. You may also visit their website at www.WellnessStrategiesPC.com where you can email them directly.

Wellness Strategies, P.C. welcomes new clients and physician referrals.

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“With my Wellness partners, Lisa and Taryn, we really enjoy working in an environment where we go well above the standard of care. We try to return phone calls as quickly as possible. I think everyone can relate to being in limbo when trying to contact a professional. It’s more than a duty with us, as we truly are concerned with our clients’ lives, making a difference, and committed to excellence. This is an important element that separates our practice from many others,” Wilson said.

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Business Spotlight

Full-Service Continuing Care

The Forum at the Crossing

Such a search for senior living can be overwhelming as there are many options. Where to go, what to ask, and how to evaluate are questions that need to be addressed; it is a family conversation.

brought us in contact with senior residents who are sharing a lifestyle with many different needs. Some are enjoying a carefree, active life in spacious independent apartments with personal touch amenities such as Concierge service, free transportation to local areas, delicious culinary choices in a beautiful restaurant-oriented dining area graced with white linen tablecloths and fine china. Add to this, the “toomany-to-count variety of recreational, educational, physical, spiritual, cultural, wellness, and social programs that are in progress everyday.

Our search for such a community led us to The Forum at the Crossing. A tour of the beautifully designed property

Residents can also take advantage of the well-cared for grounds that are spacious with outdoor landscaped areas that

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invite you to enjoy a carefree walk or just relax in the secure beautiful garden areas.

Some residents need enhanced services which include physical therapy and Alzheimer’s/memory care. The highly trained Forum skilled nursing staff provides 24-hours per day care with many customized programs for a reassuring setting that promotes belonging, dignity and individuality.

Vicky Meier is Director of Sales and Marketing and Community Relations at The Forum at the Crossing. It is a big job and one that she openly embraces. She recently transferred from another Five Star Senior Living (managing parent company of The Forum) facility located in Terre Haute.

“I wanted to move closer to my family and my grandchildren. I selected The Forum at the Crossing because of its great reputation and award-winning programs. I was a practicing RN before I joined the Five Star Quality Care Corporation. The Forum at the Crossing truly goes beyond its’ mission of care values each and every day.

It’s a wonderful place to live and I so enjoy working and connecting every day with our residents, their families and our wonderful staff,” Meier states.

The Forum at the Crossing is a full-service, continuing care retirement community. It is important to note that it differs from other retirement communities because it is a rental opportunity with no financial buy-in requirements. It provides a luxury setting in an affordable manner.

For more information on senior living at The Forum at the Crossing, which is located at 8505 Woodfield Crossing Boulevard, Indianapolis, please browse their website at www.theforumatthecrossing.com or call direct at 317-257-7406.

Planning ahead has never been so easy thanks to The Forum at the Crossing.

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Townies Super Local App Now in Beta After a year of development and testing, we finally have an iPhone/Android app to offer our readers and advertisers: Townies Super Locals! powered by TownePost.com. In an effort to promote locally-owned businesses, TownePost. com provides a free members-only portal that allows small business owners the ability to post to their free blog, post online classifieds, upcoming events, photos, videos, and share updates through Facebook and Twitter. In addition, a free business directory, groups, and forums allows for an ongoing dialogue with locals and your business.

Local Businesses To submit your business to be included in the Townies Super Local app, you must sign-up for TownePost.com and answer all the profile questions, including the first question that states “I would like to have my business in the Townies Super Local App!” If you are an existing TownePost.com user, simply click on the “Settings” link in your profile box on the top right.

Users During our beta period, you are free to download the Townies Super Local app through iTunes or the Android Marketplace. Businesses will be updating their offers and coupons, so please be patient with them as they integrate Townies into their point of purchase systems.

The Townies Super Local app was designed to further connect “Townies” with local businesses. Smartphone users (Apple iPhone or Google Android) download the Townies app, sign-in using their free TownePost.com account info, and are then able to check-in at local retailers and obtain special discounts or offers. Check-ins appear on TownePost. com and optionally on the Townies’ Facebook and/or Twitter accounts.

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By Stephanie Carlson Curtis Tantalize your taste buds as Carmel native, Ted Allen, dishes up his new cookbook featuring amazing and colorful recipes complete with mouth-watering photos brought to the table by his affection for mixing unique ingredients with fresh techniques. On Friday, May 11, Allen will share his love for cooking at a reception and dinner hosted by the Carmel Clay Public Library Foundation. “In My Kitchen: 100 Recipes and Discoveries for Passionate Cooks” is not just another recipe book, but is designed for the creative home chef who has a passion for cooking and gusto for anything from the perfect pizza to delectable desserts.

“If you think a library fundraiser is a predictable, sedate affair – think again,” said Linda Kennen, chairperson of the evening. “Crème de Carmel will be a celebration filled with fine wines, craft beers, gourmet foods, live auctions and surprises. Combine Ted Allen’s charm and subtle sense of humor with the hilarious Paul Poteet and you are guaranteed a wicked good time. The Carmel Clay Library Foundation is thrilled to spotlight this premiere event and hope it becomes an annual affair.”

Allen is the host of the popular Food Network show, “Chopped”, now in its seventh season, and frequently appears on “The Best Thing I Ever Ate.” The food and wine specialist on Bravo’s Emmy award-winning “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy,” he was also a judge on the first 4 seasons of Bravo’s “Top Chef,” and on Food Network’s “Iron Chef American.” In addition, Allen is a contributing editor to Esquire magazine.

Tickets are available online at www.carmel.lib.in.us/ foundation or by contacting Ruth Nisenshal at (317) 814-3905.

Crème de la Carmel Ted Allen – Host of “Chopped” on The Food Network Friday, May 11 5:30 pm - VIP Cocktail Reception 7:00 pm - Dinner & Program Location: Ritz Charles 12156 North Meridian Street, Carmel Individual tickets $125 VIP reception $175 (per person) Corporate table for 8, including VIP reception $2,000

Carmel native Ted Allen, host of “Chopped” on the Food Network, will host a fundraiser for the Carmel Clay Library Foundation on May 11 at the Ritz Charles.

BMW Championship Tickets On Sale Beginning April 1, a limited number of daily tickets will go on sale for the 2012 BMW Championship . The top 70 golfers in the world will descend on Crooked Stick for the penultimate event of the PGA TOUR Playoffs for the FedExCup. • Daily Practice Round Ticket ($20): Can be used any one day of your choice Sept. 3-5.

• Daily Championship Round Ticket ($75): Can be used any one day of your choice Sept. 6-9.

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Congratulations Carmel High School Boys Basketball 2011-12 State 4A Champions!

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TownePost.com Classifieds Host Families Needed for French Students, 3 Weeks Only! July 5-26 or August 2-23; All students speak English.

Girls and Boys available ages 14-18. Students are fully insured. Students bring their own spending money. Host Families receive stipend. I have dossiers avalable now! For more information, call Jenien Beach 317-855-3001 or email: jj9beach@sbcglobal.net

For Rent - Cabo San Lucas Timeshare: We have two timeshares for rent at a beautiful RCI five-star resort in Cabo San Lucas. If interested, send an email to debiware55@aol. com for pricing, photos and other information. Timeshares can be used anytime in 2012, if openings are available.

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Handyman: Too busy for all the jobs that come with home ownership? I can take care of them for you. Services include, but not limited to: hardwood, tile and laminate flooring installation; interior painting; light electrical and plumbing.

Professional, efficient, reasonable. Call John, 874-8563. picassosprotege.com

Are you in need of a little Spring Organizing? Look no further! Call OHS-In for help!

We offer Home Organizing or Office Organizing. The duration and type organizing session you chose can vary with your goals, needs, and schedule! So each session is different. Visit us at www.organizedhomesolutionsin.com.

Receptionist - Temporary Position: Looking for an individual for 3 to 6 week time period to cover our Front Desk position. The duties of this position include, but not limited to; answering phones, sending and receiving UPS/ Fed Ex packages, setting up room for meetings with drinks, coffee, etc. This is a temporary position and will start sometime in May. If you are interested, please email resume to tsauer@ hagermangc.com. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Ready for Beautiful Spring and Summer Flowers?

Personal gardener (20 years experience) will design and plant seasonal plantings for window boxes, containers and porches. In addition, maintainence on a weekly basis is offered or will educate you on how to keep plants full and healthy looking all season.

Porch planter designs the year round. Contact Teresa at c21tott@msn.com or 317-5192932

Wanted: Adobe Dreamweaver CS5.5 for Windows: Please email me at: grizzlelee@yahoo. com with info.

AKC English Bulldog Pup: We have one adorable little female Bulldog left from the litter. She is beautiful bridle and white. Lil Gaga was 8 weeks old on March 19th. She has received her first set of puppy vaccinations and is health certified (with certificate from vet). She comes from a healthy bloodline.

Gaga has been hand raised in our home with our children and our Bulldog. She is very social, and very lovable! She is doing great on house and crate training! Gaga’s adoption fee is $1,800. If you are interested you can contact Jeff at 765 617 9924. To view her pics visit the FB page at www.facebook. com/pages/Pokeys-BullyBabies/260152014061060.

Substitute Teacher: The Goddard School located in Lawrence Township near Geist is looking for individuals interested in substitute teaching at our school. The hours would be 8 to 5 pm. If you are interested, we would love to hear from you! Please contact Nikki Warren at 317-826-7522.

2002 Club Car Golf Cart: Excellent condition, original owner, lights, turn signals, storage cover, S/N AQ0237200255, ask for pictures at ktdkad@aol.com, $3,200 or best offer, 317-570-7740.

Human Resources Professional Available for Small Business Consulting: If you are a small to medium business owner and don’t need a full time Human Resources person but could use some consultation or project work on hiring, employee issues, compliance, performance management, employee handbooks, etc. 23 years HR executive experience available at your fingertips--Call Mikka to discuss your needs at 402-7144.

Post your ads here for only $25 per month! Go to TownePost. com and post to the online classifieds for free, appear in print for just $25! You can also call 823-5060 to give your ad over the phone.

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Warm Glow Candle Company...........................................8 Wellness Strategies, P.C...................................................20 Winslow Facial Plastic Surgery.......................................13 WZPL 99.5 FM Radio............................................... 14-15 Ad deadline for the May issue: Friday, April 20, 2012 To place a display advertisement in this publication, call 823-5060 or email pat@atcarmel.com.

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A Thank You From Orchard Park Elementary Taste of Carmel On behalf of the families of Orchard Park Elementary, thank you to our vendors, sponsors, auction & raffle donors, and the 500+ guests who chose to spend their evening supporting our students! We broke all records this year and are excited that we now have enough funds to install a walking track for our students and community to use! We appreciate your generosity and are excited about the services and programs we will provide to our 700+ students. Thank you so very much!

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