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I GNITI NG T H E CO U N T RY, A N D CO U N T RY M USIC , W IT H A S I N GL E By Will Estell
If you consider yourself a fan of country music, and you haven’t yet become a Drake White fan, do yourself a favor of sorts, and listen to “Makin’ Me Look Good Again”, “It Feels Good”, “The Simple Life”, or his first release from his best-selling album, Spark, “Livin’ The Dream”. After giving these tunes a shot, I think you will both understand, and agree, why this small town Alabama singer/songwriter, and his band, The Big Fire, are making waves and shaking up the music scene with each new hit released and every new venue played, across the country and abroad. In late 2015, Rolling Stone named White as part of their “10 New Country Artists You Need to Know”, and they weren’t lying either. The insight expressed by the granddaddy of all music publications has been spot on, and the boy from small town Alabama, has literally taken the country, and country music, by storm. As such White was recently named “2017 Grammy Awards’ 8 |||| HEALTHY HORIZONS
Artist of Tomorrow”, an honor bestowed on a promising up and comer by the Recording Academy. To even be in the running for this prestigious designation –which is then voted on by fans to determine one ultimate winner-- nominees must be submitted by Grammy winning veteran artists, whereas White was nominated by his good friends and recent touring partners, Zac Brown Band. This being a huge honor in itself, considering the company of such icons as Zac and his mighty legion of musical geniuses. Having interviewed, and penned feature cover stories, on several masters of the musical scene over the past five years, I was instantly drawn to seek out Drake White to do the same. Not only because of his strong ties to Alabama, which happens to also be my home state, but moreover because of something that just struck me as so new and refreshing… yet somehow old and comfortable at the same time, about his songs. A kind of
desirable and much needed twist to the all too typical tunes being put out in most every genre presently. And just as I had found Drake’s music to be non-typical in an all too typical world, I found Drake White, the Southern Gentleman, to be just as his music would lead one to believe; real and refreshing. The boy next door that you always probably knew wouldn’t stay next door, but also wouldn’t forget who the neighbors were, as he conquered the world. As for seeing White perform live, well, let’s just say, I’ve witnessed some of the best country artists of all time, live, up close, and in action, and Drake White doesn’t have to worry about being like or being as good, as any of them. He’s just Drake White, and he gets it done with a stage presence that strikes me as being reminiscent of Steven Tyler meets Garth Brooks, with a little Zac Brown and James Taylor thrown in for good measure. Go see him and you’ll see what I mean. He’s larger than life, and he’s got the whole persona that keeps his fans not only listening to the music, but watching him work the stage and captivate the audience. Sadly an art that’s often lost with some otherwise great singers, but not with this one. WE: Tell me a little about where you came from in Hokes Bluff Alabama. For our readers who don’t know the area, what was it like growing up there? DW: Well, Hokes Bluff is kind of nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, and being from such a small rural area, we were literally legends of the convenience store. My sister and I were talking about this very thing, recently. We all knew everyone, and everyone knew us. Like many of those small towns, you can’t wait to leave, then you can’t wait to go back. Going back now really helps me to appreciate where I came from and who I am. I’ve had a very nomadic experience, and have been able to travel a lot, even before my musical career took off. I’ve been to New Zealand, Austria, other parts of Europe, Mexico, and all over the states, but home is still home. WE: I do my homework, and I’ve been told, by some people who know you well, that you were quite the athlete too, lettering in both football and baseball, and winning a few state titles through the years. Including winning a football state championship your senior year in 2002, and a pair of state tournament rings for your years on the diamond. What other hobbies were you involved in growing up in rural Alabama? Did you hunt,
fish, and ride ATV’s, like so many of us in rural Southern communities grew up doing? DW: I did all of that, and I still do when I can. I grew up hunting and fishing, but I have a real kind of specific way that I view hunting. It’s not that perceived redneck carrying a shotgun through woods and shooting at anything that comes into view. It’s more of a Native American approach of leaving a small footprint and giving back to nature. My grandfather, who was also a Baptist preacher, was a very spiritual man. He passed away when I was 16, and he had a great impact on how I view what being a real outdoorsman is, and the responsibility that goes along with it. He was very intellectual in his words, but also really smart in how he perceived things. He taught me that what you didn’t need or use from the animals you hunted, you gave to someone else who did need it. I remember him explaining to me how the whole ecological system worked, from the worms in the ground to the farmers who tend the land, to the families who consumed the harvest. A lot of thought went into it, and it does for me still. WE: Tell me a little about your background in music and how this whole journey began. You’ve mentioned singing in church as a child, how instrumental was that in your love for music? When did you really start becoming involved in music to the point of writing music or playing live? DE: You know, the church thing, growing up going to Hokes Bluff First Baptist Church, and singing in church, that was really almost forced. My parents sing in the choir so they were like, “you sing in the Junior Choir”. When I was 12 there was this guy who lived near us, Mr. Brown, and he was like 70 or 80, and he was great on the banjo, and played bluegrass. I was really inspired by listening to him play, and it got me wanting to give it a try too. My dad bought me an old Yamaha guitar, but learning to play didn’t initially work out well, because it was taking so much time away from my baseball. Plus I was kinda starting to get made fun of by the other kids about it [I chime in that I guess the joke’s on them now]. All that to say that my parents were trying to instill that appreciation for music in me, even way back then. The music was kind of coming easy to me, but I just kind of pushed it off, because it was cool to play football, and I was going to be a pro baseball player. But to really answer your question. I really decided to get heavily involved in music when I was www.ReadHealthyHorizons.com |||| 9
at a bonfire one night, at about 16 years old, and this older kid I knew, who had a local band, started strumming out Black Crowes’ “She Talks to Angels”, and was just kind of singing it lightly. After a few beers [citing the responsible adult disclaimer that yes, they drank beer in high school, sometimes, but don’t do it yourself if you’re under 21] I took it over and just tore into the chorus, and I remember all these girls were there, all a few years older than me, and one of the prettiest girls in the school, said to me, “well, come on, don’t stop now, you have to keep going”. And that was like my Ah-ha moment where I thought to myself, “Wow, you can do this, and this is fun”. After that I began playing a lot more and getting better. A few years later, when I got to Auburn [though White is an Alabama football fan] my buddy, Adam who also played and is a great musician, convinced me to go out and buy some PA equipment 10 |||| HEALTHY HORIZONS
and a couple Martins, and we started playing culde-sac parties. Lots of them. Then we landed a regular gig two or three nights a week at a wings joint near campus, and started putting three and four hundred people in there. And that… that’s when I really said, “this is what I’m going to do for a living someday.” WE: So you went to Auburn University so you could major in Building Sciences is that correct? Is that how you ended up in Nashville, was it for a job originally or because of the music? DW: Yes, I graduated in August of ’07 and moved in October of ’07. I took a job with a general contractor, doing concrete work, but the move was specifically because of the music, because it was a place I could go to really work on, and put myself
into the music. I knew nobody when I moved here [Nashville] other than one guy I went to school with. I just started going into the bars, listening to the music, meeting people and networking. That soon led to playing some of the same places myself. Then turned into almost a full time job playing music around Nashville. WE: So, you’re in Nashville, you’ve decided music is what you’d like to make a living doing, so what was the defining moment when it seemed apparent that you were meant to dump the construction career and pursue the music full time? DW: You know, 2008 was a hard time for construction companies, and lots of them were downsizing, but… to kind of just cut through the BS, I was at a point where I was kind of half way doing both jobs. You know 5:30 a.m. construction site days, and playing music until 2:30 a.m. aren’t conducive to each other. So, I would come into work and be half asleep, and be working on a $300,000 concrete job. I didn’t make any big mistakes, but I could have, Thank God I didn’t. So between the construction setbacks of 2008, and the fact that they really knew I came to play music, I was let go. But, they did it in a nice way, like, “hey, man, you’re doing a good job, but you came to play music, and we’ve heard you play, so go for it”. Still, being where I was from it was a tough thing to do. You got a degree, you got a good job, and you stuck with it for decades. You worked on your 401K, and that’s just what you did. Now, I was kind of pushed into the light of pursuing music full time. I did get a severance though. A whole $2,370! I bought a plane ticket to New Zealand, ended up staying about three months. I just did a walk about, and learned a lot about myself, about meeting people. I was as far as I could get from Hokes Bluff, Alabama, but as close as I could get to me. WE: So, you take your sabbatical and do your self-discovery, and come back fresh and ready to take on Nashville, then what happens in terms of landing a record deal, and what happened that threw the proverbial monkey wrench into those initial plans? DW: Beginning in October of 2010 I got a tour offer with Willie Nelson, and I got multiple offers to sign with major labels from Universal South, to Warner, to Sony, and a few others. I met Luke Lewis, who was a legend in the business. He came in in a hat and flip-flops and looking like the people I grew up
around. I told my manager, I don’t care what this guy offers me, I want to sign with this guy. So, to cut to the chase, Luke signs me, gives me this great deal, we start working on this album, and everything is going awesome… or so I think. I’m making a great record, with great songs. Then, all of a sudden, Luke Lewis retires, moves to Charleston and starts playing golf every day. So a new guy comes in, and then four labels merge to form this musical conglomerate. About the same time the publishing company I’m signed with merges with BMI, and all these changes start to happen, right in the middle of me doing this album. We throw my single, “Simple Life”, but it really didn’t get pushed. There were 60 artists with the company, and I got cut. He let 25 of the current artists go, and I was one he hadn’t personally signed and wasn’t his favorite, so I didn’t make that cut. As I said in prefacing this story though, I have no hard feelings at all toward any of the people involved in any of the past deals. Lewis had to do what he did in order to make the company work like he needed it to. It happens. WE: As anyone knows, who’s spent any time -or heard enough stories about the ever changing music and entertainment industry-- those kind of tough breaks are in the rear view mirrors of many successful artists. How did you handle that and what impact did it have on your dream and drive? DW: You know, Will, it ignited some fire in my soul, and I just told my manager to call [names a plethora of names in the industry, some who have been instrumental in helping to propel him] and let’s just get out there and make this happen. Forty-five days later we were playing the Ryman, and I got a new record deal, way better than I dreamed of getting, and the rest, as they say, is history. Or at least my history. So, yes, it looks like the perfect puzzle looking back from here. WE: You’ve been really persistent to keep going and never throw in the towel, when many would pack up their efforts, hats, scars and guitars, and go home. Where does that level of tenacity come from? DW: It’s just how bad I wanted it, and it’s who I am. I don’t quit. I’m a survivor, and this is what I was meant to do. My grandfather taught me that, my parents taught me that, and my fans that I already had deserved that.
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[Brown] and those guys, I want to headline tours and sell out arenas. I hate that answer [laughing], but I want to get there so I can use my platform, and concentrate on my philanthropic side. I want to build camps for kids, and educate kids about art. I want to tell kids they can work in and around what they want to do. Just because you’re not a 6’5” freak who throws a 96 mph fastball doesn’t mean you can’t still work in baseball. I want to let kids know they can work toward doing something they want to do. I really just want to do like Zac and so many others have done, and make a positive difference. Because I can, and because we all should.
WE: Lots of people are trying to put a tagline or a name on your sound. What would you describe your sound as? Who are Drake White’s musical inspirations? DW: My sound is a kind of geographical melting pot of where I’m from. Being raised in church it’s got a gospel sound to it. It’s got my mom’s love of Ray Charles and Percy Sledge, It’s got some Lynyrd Skynyrd, being from Alabama and having that Muscle Shoals sound. It’s also got kind of an Appalachian, kind of hillbilly feel. Kind of a soul player meets the moonshiner kind of vibe. And, then, I’m a real product of my dad’s classic rock, vinyl collection. I mean here’s stacks and stacks [he goes through a stack, spinning off the names of some of these albums in his den, while we talk] of Steely Dan, Allman Brothers, James Taylor, The Marshall Tucker Band. That’s the best music, classic rock from around 1973 and a few years surrounding that, it’s what gets me through on the radio when I’m on the road. I guess you could say my flavor is Appalachian Soul Country. WE: Tell me a little about your aspirations, after the successes you’ve had, and are continuing to have with Spark, and your current singles that have become airplay hits. After being named the “Grammy Awards 2017 Artist of Tomorrow” Where do you see yourself a year from now or five years from now? Where’s Drake White and The Big Fire going? DW: Well, watching what we’ve been able to do, and watching great mentors and performers like Zac 12 |||| HEALTHY HORIZONS
WE: I know you personally wrote 11 of the 12 songs on this album, at a time when so many country artists are relying on songwriters to do the writing for them. How important is it for you to write your own material? Are you really opposed to songs from outside writers? Do you consider yourself more of a songwriter or a performer, or simply, as I kind of see it, an artist? DW: I wrote everything besides, “Livin’ The Dream”. It was pitched to me by my buddy, Jeren Johnston, from Cadillac Three. [who wrote the song alongside Tom Douglas and Luke Laird, both mega-well known in the industry for being hit makers] I heard it, related to it, and liked it, and it turned out to be our first single. I’m a writer first. Make no mistake that my calling is to play live on a stage, but with that said I’m a songwriter. Am I opposed to cutting songs written or co-written with others? Heck no! Listen, we’re here in the melting pot of the greatest writers in the world. I’d be a fool to say I wasn’t going to take any outside songs. WE: Away from the music somewhat, you have a wife, and your very close to your parents and sister, you’ve also said. So when you’re not on the road touring, where do you like to go to get away? DW: We vacation to lots of places, but I really love my home state of Alabama. We go to Gulf Shores, to the beach. I have a cousin who lives down there. I grew up fishing down there, and I’m a patron of the Flora Bama. John McInnis [one of Flora Bama’s well known and admired owners] is a good friend of mine. We’ve played Memorial Day there several times, three or four in a row up until last year, when we were touring during that time. I love Alabama. I’m an ambassador man! I love Muscle Shoals and the music. Clanton and the peaches, Tuscaloosa and the
Football. I went to school in Auburn. I grew up going to Birmingham, Gadsden, Anniston, Talladega, Huntsville, Montgomery. I know roads like 431 and 21 like the back of my hand. I just love Alabama, and it will always be my home, no matter where I live. WE: With each artist I spend any time talking to for my features, we often talk about all the changes they’ve seen over the years in the music industry. I know your time -thus far anyway, though I really believe you’re going to be one of the long haulers—has encompassed much fewer changes than what your peers like Darius Rucker, Alan Jackson, Chesney, or Jimmy Buffett have expressed to me they’ve seen. Still, from your time in this industry, at the level you’ve now reached, what are your thoughts about what’s out there and where the talent and future is for country music, and music in general? DW: Music is alive and well. I write, and hang out with, some of the greatest musicians. And this is our time. This is our class. Willie, Waylon, Cash, Percy Sledge. All those people had their time and their class, and all I want to do is be a part of my class. Let me tell you, Nashville is alive and well with eclectic, smart, and brilliant songwriters and musicians right now. And we are making great music and trying to form that intersection where music and commerce collide and coincide. But let me tell you this too; Nashville and the hills of these surrounding areas are full of some of the greatest music of all time… but we aren’t going to hear most of that music in 2017 until people get off the couch, and pay to go see that kind of music live. People have to want it, and the record companies will sell it. It’s out there. Write that!
whatever you drink, and experience the total package live, first hand. That’s what music is all about! Go to a show where you can feel what a front man is trying to preach, and really take it in and listen to it. It’s a beautiful thing. You can visit DrakeWhite.com to keep up with all things Drake White, including his first ever headlining tour, which kicked off Feb. 4 and runs through summer. Better yet, download some songs or the new album… trust me, you’ll be glad you did. • {About the Author} Will Estell is a multi-published writer, editor, and entrepreneur with well over 100 feature articles and two books to his credit. His specialty has become celebrity cover features, where he’s spent time with everyone from Darius Rucker, Alan Jackson, and Eli Young Band to Cheech Marin and Paula Deen. With handfuls of others, like the iconic Jimmy Buffett, Willie Robertson, and Kenny Chesney in between. Estell has been instrumental in bringing seven magazine titles to market over the past twenty years, for both other publishers then himself. He is the founder of the nationally distributed Beaches, Resorts & Parks travel magazine, and the co-founder and former owner of Alabama College & Career Guide, as well as being a frequent contributor to other regional and national publications. Estell lives in Oxford, Alabama, where he’s also a licensed real estate agent at Keller Williams Realty Group. Someday he’s going to write hit songs too… but it may be a while.
WE: Anything else you would you like readers and fans to know about Drake White, maybe some random thoughts or insight you’d like to give us, but don’t get asked about often? DW: Yeah, man, I think so. There’s ten thousand million things to do. Everybody’s got to be entertained all the time. Everything has its place, but people need to get out and see their favorite bands live. Come see us live, and go see other bands you love too. Because the live music is where the soul and the essence of my existence lies. I am totally committed to that experience, to that memory of bringing somebody out, getting them a funnel cake, getting them some peanuts, getting a beer, or
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For more than 40 years, Forest Manor has been providing quality care and compassion in West Alabama. The healthcare facility in Northport is comprised of a 142-bed nursing home and 40-bed rehabilitation center, and it receives approximately 1,000 admissions each year. While providing professional treatment and care for residents, the staff at Forest Manor is committed to meeting personal needs so each resident feels as comfortable and secure as possible. “I call it hotel healthcare,” says administrator Lyman Hardy. “It’s our duty, as well as our responsibility, to make each resident feel at home.” The rehabilitation center offers private suites with modern amenities such as wireless internet, private living rooms long with laundry and beautician services. A licensed chef is on hand to create meals that are a balance of the patient’s personal taste, nutritional needs, and dietary considerations. A short order menu is available daily.
mobility, and endurance and to help them return to their daily routine, as soon as possible. The center provides care and therapy for residents with a variety of conditions, including: • Orthopedic • Post-surgical • Neuromuscular disease • Arthritis • Wound healing • Stroke Through ongoing education for employees and adaptive, innovative customer service, Forest Manor maintains a high standard of excellence to create an immaculate environment which promotes healing and a return to the best possible quality of life. “We are a service organization and we serve with respect for our clients. We believe that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect,” says Hardy.
“Our goal is to serve traditional southern home-cooked food that they’ll enjoy while they reside with us,” Hardy adds.
Being a family-owned and -operated business allows Forest Manor the ability to focus on providing prompt, personal attention for residents and their families.
The skilled nursing home has a stimulating activity department which provides individual and group opportunities to keep residents engaged. Daily exercise classes, birthday parties, holiday celebrations, and special performances by groups like the University of Alabama cheerleaders are just a few of the events residents are encouraged to take part in. Activities are available seven days a week.
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NO PEEK BEEF TIPS
2 pounds beef tips 1 can cream mushroom soup 1 can mushrooms (do not drain)
1 package dry onion soup mix 1 cup red wine
Directions: Mix all above in crockpot and cook on low 6-8 hours. Serve over egg noodles.
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REFRIGERATOR ROLLS
1 cake yeast (1/2 ounce) Âź cup lukewarm water 5/8 cup fat 2 cups scalded milk
8 cups sifted all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons salt ½ cup sugar
Directions: Soften the yeast in lukewarm water, set aside. Add the fat and sugar to the hot milk. Cool and combine with yeast and water. Stir in sifted flour and salt until the dough is stiff enough to turn out on board. Follow straight dough method. After second rising, cut off as much dough as needed, shape as desired into rolls. Let rise until double in size, bake at 400 degrees F. for 15 to 20 minutes. Grease remaining dough, place in refrigerator. Will keep about a week. Yields 32-48 rolls.
Recipe courtesy of Betty Baily
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Tuscaloosa’s newest state of the art assisted living community, Crimson Village is the place to be if you want to relax, grow, and enjoy life to the fullest. Crimson Village is a 91 apartment assisted living facility owned and operated by Dr. Ramesh Peramsetty. It has been his vision to serve the senior community with "top notch" care and services. Our community has something for everyone at an affordable cost. Being owned and operated by a local physician, gives Crimson Village the ability to think outside of the box and explore new and innovative approaches to assisted living. With various floor plans and customized services we have something for everyone. Our goal is to support every resident physically, mentally, and spiritually in a customized fashion. A top priority for Crimson Village is creating a cohesive, socially engaged community that has a distinctive feeling of acceptance and energy. With lavish common areas Crimson Village will have room for entertainment from the Tuscaloosa area and ample space for residents to enjoy their own personal hobbies and interests. The day to day life at Crimson Village will offer a variety of activities as our Program Director facilitates each resident in having opportunities to do the things they enjoy. Features Other amenities include a movie theater, full service spa, hair salon, game room, pool table, putting green, walking trail, therapeutic whirlpool, transportation service, private dining spaces for family functions, and more.
The Tides Crimson Village is also home to The Tides, a 32 bed specialty care assisted living facility for residents with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. The Tides is affordably priced while offering meaningful daily activities, weekly outings, and a variety of therapy and games to stimulate cognition. A licensed nurse is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and specifically trained for memory care. Staff The staff at Crimson Village has been carefully chosen and trained to insure our residents get the highest standard of care encouraging each person to pursue their goals as independently as possible. Using the latest technology with a top of the line nurse call system, and an exceptional nursing and care giving staff, it is our mission to serve each of our families with dignity and the respect they deserve. Dining The dining experience at Crimson Village includes a well planned menu. Along with plenty of Southern home style cooking, the chef at Crimson Village also incorporates other cuisines such as Mexican and Asian. Our chef specializes in using fresh herbs to make even the most common menus have an extra flair. The residents also enjoy cooking with the chef where they actually help prepare the meal. Schedule a tour today - we’re happy to show you around. Call or visit our website for more information. You can also find us on Facebook!
Assisted Living and Memory Care Facility 1410 18th Avenue East, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404 | 205-632-6699 | crimsonvillage.com
SHRIMP CREOLE
1 cup corn oil 1 cup flour 4 pounds peeled and deveined raw shrimp 4-6 cups chopped green onions 1 cup chopped green pepper 1 clove garlic, pressed 32 ounces tomato sauce
½ cup white wine (optional) ½ cup water 1 tablespoon black pepper ¼ tablespoon cayenne pepper Salt to taste 1 bay leaf 1 tablespoon parsley
Directions: Make a roux by browning flour in oil over low heat stirring constantly until dark brown. Mix in shrimp coating them with roux. Add onions, parsley, green pepper and garlic. Sauté lightly, stir in remaining ingredients. Simmer 30 minutes; serve over steamed rice. Garnish with parsley if desired. Recipe courtesy of Sue Seitz
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Where the Journey to Healing Begins North Harbor Pavilion provides acute mental health services in an attractive, newly renovated unit at Northport Medical Center. North Harbor serves adults ages 18 and older, with a specialized program to meet the unique needs of older adults. Our multidisciplinary team includes board certified psychiatrists, social workers, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, recreation therapists and patient care assistants.
Adult and Geriatric Inpatient Mental Health Services Offered by Northport Medical Center
www.dchsystem.com/mentalhealth (205) 330-3838
BUTTERMILK PIE
7 eggs 2 ½ cups sugar 1 cup buttermilk ½ cup flour
½ cup butter melted 1 tablespoon vanilla flavoring 2 pie crusts
Directions: Beat eggs, add sugar, flour, buttermilk, vanilla and butter. Beat well. Pour in pie crust. This recipe makes 2 pies. Bake at 350 degrees for about 50 minutes, or until crust is brown.
Recipe courtesy of Naomi Colburn
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MENTAL HEALTH Many people experience mental health concerns from time to time, and your mental health can be affected by a variety of factors, including stress, genetics, and brain chemistry. There's no sure way to prevent mental illness. However, taking steps to control stress, to increase your resilience, and to boost low self-esteem may help keep your symptoms under control. According to the experts at the Mayo Clinic, you should: Avoid alcohol and drug use. Using alcohol or recreational drugs can make it difficult to treat a mental illness. If you're addicted, quitting can be a real challenge. If you can't quit on your own, see your doctor or find a support group to help you. 26 |||| HEALTHY HORIZONS
Stay active. Exercise can help you manage symptoms of depression, stress and anxiety. Physical activity can also counteract the effects of some psychiatric medications that may cause weight gain. Consider walking, swimming, gardening or any form of physical activity that you enjoy. Even light physical activity can make a difference. Determine priorities. You may reduce the impact of your mental concerns by managing time and energy. Cut back on obligations when necessary and set reasonable goals. Give yourself permission to do less when symptoms are worse. You may find it helpful to make a list of daily tasks or use a planner to structure your time and stay organized.
Learn to adopt a positive attitude. Focusing on the positive things in your life can make your life better and may even improve your health. Try to accept changes when they occur, and keep problems in perspective. Stress management techniques, including relaxation methods, may help. Stay connected with friends and family. Try to participate in social activities, and get together with family or friends regularly. Ask for help when you need it, and be upfront with your loved ones about how you're doing. Keep a journal. Keeping track of your personal life can help you and your mental health provider identify what triggers or improves your symptoms. It's also a healthy way to explore and express pain, anger, fear and other emotions. A mental health concern becomes a mental illness when
ongoing signs and symptoms cause frequent stress and affect your ability to function. A mental health provider, such as a psychiatrist or counselor, can work with you to create a treatment plan which may include medication and therapy. If you or a loved one is experiencing mental concerns, you’re not alone. Approximately 1 in 5 adults in the U.S.—43.8 million, or 18.5%—experiences mental illness in a given year, per the National Alliance on Mental Illness. At North Harbor Pavilion, our team of professionals wants to help you on your path to healing. We provide 24-hour acute treatment care for patients ages 18 and older, and we have a specialized program for geriatric patients. To learn more about our facility, visit www. dchsystem.com/mentalhealth. •
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Bed bugs are pests that feed on the blood of humans and animals. They bite while you are sleeping and they multiply rapidly. One out of five Americans has had a bed bug infestation in their home or knows someone who has encountered bed bugs at home or in a hotel. During the day, they hide in the dark places but at night they find their host- YOU!
What are Bed bugs?
Bed bugs are small insects which feed on the blood of warm blooded animals. They nymphs are very small, light in color and very difficult to see with the naked eye. Bed bugs become increasingly bigger and darker in color until they reach about 5mm. They are oval in shape and are flat from top to bottom. They can live up to one year without feeding.
Bed bugs pierce your skin and suck the blood through their elongated beak. Their bites are painless but then turn into irritated, itchy spots. Bed bugs continue to be the most difficult pest to treat, more so than cockroaches, ants and termites.
How do Bed Bugs Travel?
Killing bedbugs with heat is the most effective method to eradicate bedbug completely. Our diesel powered Hydronic Heat System is the most effective way to bring maximum heat and complete eradication of every bed bug job. Heat Treatment is ideal for home and business because it is totally GREEN method.
What cause bed bug infestations?
DO YOU HAVE BEDBUGS/ CALL WARRIOR PEST CONGTOL TODAY AT 205-759-1059 TO SCHEUDLE YOUR PERSONAL BEDBUG ASSESSMENT!
Warrior Pest Control offers pest control and termite services for multifamily, residential and commercial properties. We are a professional licensed pest control company that has been serving the state of Alabama for over 15 ears. We are dedicated to serving you and to meeting your pest control and termite needs in the most cost efficient and effective way possible. Warrior Pest Control offers a full range of environmentally friendly pest control and termite services performed by professionals and in accordance with state approved pesticide guidelines. The pesticides we use are Green and therefore safe for the community. Bed bugs were nearly extinct in the country just a few decades ago, but today bedbugs are back in the U.S., and the problem is only getting worse… 28 |||| HEALTHY HORIZONS
Bed bugs move from place to place by “hitchhiking” in items such as luggage, backpacks, furniture, even clothes. They can survive and thrive in a variety of spots: houses, apartments, hotel rooms, college dorms, etc. Bed bug infestations are not caused by poor sanitary conditions. But untidy, cluttered environments and failure to detect and infestation early can make the bed bug problem worse over time. A female bed bug can lay up to five eggs per day and up to around 500 eggs in her lifetime so recognizing the signs of bed bugs and taking immediate steps to reduce their population can greatly lessen the risk of sever infestation. How do I know if I have bed bugs in my home?
It can be difficult to determine if you have a bed bug problem because these insects feed at night and hide during the day. While bed bugs can be found in any area of the home, they typically live in the bedroom. Why is Warrior Pest Control’s heat treatment the best option?
Chemical spray treatments alone will not eliminate bed bugs and most important, their eggs. Bed bugs and their eggs die almost instantly when exposed to excessive temperatures. Unlike traditional pesticide treatment techniques, heat can penetrate an entire structure, including the walls, floors and ceiling cavities where the bugs often hide, making our Hydronic heating system the most effective method for complete eradication of bed bugs. •
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of caring every day in every way.
Pine Valley Retirement Community is celebrating 30 years of providing an active retirement lifestyle that offers both Independent and Assisted Living options. A wide variety of amenities and activities lets residents spend time enjoying life instead of worrying about cooking, cleaning, or home maintenance. Pine Valley is a gated community, nestled on 10 acres of tall pines and flowering gardens, and with our distinct blend of hospitality, comfort, and charm, you are sure to feel right at home.
800 Rice Valley Road, North, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
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Independent and assisted living
205-349-8700
www.pinevalleyretcom.com
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SKILLED NURSING
MOUNDVILLE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC Our expertly trained, professional staff is committed to delivering skilled nursing care, while maintaining our residents’ dignity. We provide a safe and inviting home for your loved ones who need special attention and assistance with daily living. Our nurses provide around-the-clock care with physician oversight. We also offer pharmaceutical and dietary services, as well as nutrition planning. Clinical Capabilities: • Pain management • Fall prevention • Wound management • Swallowing disorders • Diathermy • IV therapy • Wanderguard system • Cardiac recovery
• Orthopedic injuries • Amputations • Joint replacement • Cognitive impairments • Respiratory disorders • Stroke recovery • Pulmonary complications • Palliative care
Amenities Beautifully decorated and pleasant common areas create a warm and welcoming environment. Each resident can relax in the inviting outdoor sitting areas and take part in the many daily activities that keep residents active and involved. Our facility offers beautician services and laundry services so residents always feel and look their best. Each resident room has cable television access and complimentary Wi-Fi. During meals, residents can dine in the comfort of their room or in our restaurant style dining area. Rehabilitation Our rehabilitation staff offers top-quality physical recov-
ery services using the latest equipment and technology in our state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym. Therapy Services: • Physical therapy • Occupational therapy • Speech therapy Our team provides rehabilitative skilled therapy for continuity of care. Rapid Recovery Your rehabilitation goals are our top priority. Our Rapid Recovery program assesses your individualized home environment challenges to design an individualized therapy program to meet your specific needs and goals. The program guides treatment and tracks your progress to ensure effectiveness and get you back in action. • Monitoring your post-surgical condition in the critical days just after surgery • Providing daily rehabilitation services to jump start your rehabilitation program • Assisting you with pain management • Helping you reach rehabilitation milestones that set you on the road to recovery The tailored plan of care allows us to focus on helping you have the smoothest and safest transition back home. Moundville Health and Rehabilitation, LLC 121 Union Street • Moundville, AL 35474 PH: (205) 371-2252 • FX: (205) 371-6357 Our Family Caring for Yours. www.MoundvilleHealthandRehab.com
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Rapid Recovery We know how important professional rehabilitation facilities and services are to your recovery. Our facilities feature skilled nursing and rehabilitation services and a dedicated staff to help you more fully recover. The Rapid Recovery program offers occupational, speech, and physical therapy for all ages.
Let Rapid Recovery Help You Down The Road To Recovery
Glen Haven Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
Hunter Creek Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
www.glenhavenhealthandrehab.com
www.huntercreekhealthandrehab.com
2201 32nd Street • Northport, AL 35476 • (205) 339-5700
Moundville Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
121 Union Street • Moundville, AL 35474 • (205) 371-2252
www.moundvillehealthandrehab.com
600 34th Street • Northport, AL 35473 • (205) 339-5900
Park Manor Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
2201 McFarland Blvd • Northport, AL 35476 • (205) 339-5300
www.parkmanorhealthandrehab.com
Respiratory illnesses like asthma are the number one reason why patients come to Children’s of Alabama. Asthma is an inflammatory lung disease that is very common in children and adults.
HAVING ASTHMA CAUSES:
• airway muscles to tighten • inflammation to increase • swelling in the airways • mucus to build up Airways become swollen, tight and narrow making it hard to breathe. Common symptoms include: • coughing which is often worse at night • chest tightness • wheezing • coughing or difficulty breathing with exercise
There are two main types of asthma: persistent and intermittent. In persistent asthma, children have more frequent symptoms and flare-ups. This is caused by increased airway inflammation, swelling and narrowing that is present every day. Children with intermittent asthma have few symptoms because they only have rare times of airway swelling and narrowing. Janet Johnston, CRNP, is a nurse practitioner and asthma educator at Children’s of Alabama. She said even
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though there’s no cure for asthma, in most cases families can learn how to make sure their child’s asthma is well controlled. One of the most important ways to do that is to know the triggers of asthma.
COMMON TRIGGERS ARE:
• respiratory infection • allergies • irritants such as smoke • exercise
Oftentimes, just avoiding the triggers can help reduce the occurrence of symptoms. The exception is exercise. “One trigger you don’t want to avoid is exercise,” she said. “If the child’s asthma is well controlled, they shouldn’t have to avoid exercise.” Johnston said another concern is making sure the child gets the full dose of medicine through an inhaler alone. She recommends always using a spacer with the inhaler. “Using a spacer ensures the proper dose of medicine is
going deeply in the child’s lungs,” she said. “It’s important to get the full dose of medicine. Otherwise, it’s like pouring half of it on the floor.” Johnston encourages families to have an action plan to help keep their child’s asthma well controlled. The plan should include: • seeing the child’s health care provider regularly for asthma • having clear instructions about using the inhaler and any other medicine • know what to do when symptoms increase • know when to call the doctor • know when to seek care Well-controlled asthma means a child is: • symptom-free most of the time and not needing frequent quick relief medicine • able to play and exercise like other children • sleeping through the night • not missing school or work due to frequent asthma flare ups More information about managing asthma is available at www.childrensal.org/asthma. •
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PARA4LIFE is a program Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation provides for seniors. The Leroy McAbee Center is our PARA4LIFE Center. PARA offers a $99 annual membership for the McAbee Center for seniors age 62 and older. Seniors enrolled in this membership may enjoy the aqua flex classes that are given by Caroline Williams from 8 am until 11 am, then we have lap swim, therapeutic swim and open swim. We offer many fitness classes at the McAbee Center, including Zumba Gold Toning, Yoga Tune-up, and Forever Young Zumba. McAbee also has a weight room that provides many ways to stay fit.
PARA4LIFE offers a travel program with a variety of dayaway, overnight, and extended trips. Planned day away trips coming up are: Etheridge Tennessee and the Amish Wednesday, March 8 Wetumpka and Wind Creek Casino Thursday, March 16 Philadelphia, MS and Silver Star Casino Wednesday, April 12
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Visit to Greenville “the Camellia City” Wednesday, April 19 Overnight and extended 2017 trips: Helen Keller Festival July 14-16 Las Vegas, Grand Canyon and Sedona August 19-25 Pacific Coast Cruise Sept 21-29 The Ark Encounter Oct 10-13 Pigeon Forge and the Dolly Parton Resort TBA Christmas in New York Nov 27-Nov 30 PARA will hold a travel party during the fall discuss travel plans for 2018. Currently, we have three trips planned - Tasmania, Australia, and Ireland. Right now we have 2 trips already lined up Tasmania & Southern Australia Ja 23-Feb 4, we also have a trip planned to Ireland in 2018. PARA4LIFE holds a dance every Thursday night from 6:45 pm until 9:30 pm at the Northport Community Center. 38 |||| HEALTHY HORIZONS
Bob Sullivan and the Country Gold Band plays. Admission is $5 per person. Come out and enjoy the fun dancing and meeting new and old friends. The Northport Community Center hosts a dance every Friday night for 6:45 pm until 9:30 pm with Keith Porter and the Over the Hill Gang Band playing. Admission is $5 per person. Come out and enjoy fun dancing and meeting new and ol friends. PPARA hosts sock hops and dances for special occasions like Valentine’s Day. We are planning many exciting and fun things such as a Derby Day, Luau, New Year’s Eve Dance and more. PARA’s senior programs are open for all seniors, and we invite you to come out to any of our programs and bring a friend. For questions on any of our programs, call Carole Taylor at the Leroy McAbee Center at 205-562-3235. •
PUZZLES H E A LT H A N D W E L L N E S S M AG A Z I N E
ACROSS: 1. Get by 4. Petticoat 8. Mimicker 12. Dad’s partner 13. Singer_Turner 14. Citi Field predecessor 15. Globe 16. Opposing 18. Tantalize 20. A great lake 21. Sincere 23. Walk heavily 27. Appraises 28. Fight 29. Pass, as time
31. Dishonor 34. Had been 35. Peeler 36. Snaky shapes 39. Gathered 42. Wail 44. Transparent 45. Instantaneous 49. Memorable period 50. _-do-well 51. Mix 52. Border 53. Is unable 54. Roosters’ mates 55. Briny deep
DOWN: 1. Ham it up 2. Seoul’s country 3. Humiliate 4. Roads 5. Stretch the truth 6. Map parts 7. Poker holding 8. Daisylike flower 9. _Beta Kappa 10. Poetic dusk 11. Cleaning cloth 17. Occupy a chair 19. Finger sound 22. Comprehend 24. Superintendents 25. Soccer’s_Hamm
26. Fountain_ 29. Lamb’s mom 30. Leaving_Vegas 31. Beaver’s creation 32. Blackboard wipers 33. Interlock 35. Roof of the mouth 37._& Roeper 38. Downhearted 40. Mysterious 41. Stage offering 43. Aspiration 45. Business abbr. 46. Cry_River (2 words)
LET DR. MEMON GET RIGHT TO THE OF THE MATTER
Have you been diagnosed with a heart rhythm problem called atrial fibrillation or afib? Many people have afib and feel tired despite taking medications and blood thinners for this problem. It doesn’t have to be that way. Dr. Nada Memon can help. She specializes in Cardiology and Electrophysiology, which means she’s an expert in the heart’s complex electrical system. She has been diagnosing and treating arrhythmias for almost 10 years. So why continue to be tired because your heart is out of rhythm. Call Dr. Memon at 205.759.6921. And let her get to the heart of the matter.
Nada Memon, MD, FACC, FHRS Board Certified Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist
701 University Blvd. East, Suite 809 | Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 | 205.759.6921 | www.epofalabama.com
SKILLED NURSING
PARK MANOR HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC Our expertly trained, professional staff is committed to delivering skilled nursing care, while maintaining our residents’ dignity. We provide a safe and inviting home for your loved ones who need special attention and assistance with daily living. Our nurses provide around-the-clock care with physician oversight. We also offer pharmaceutical and dietary services, as well as nutrition planning. Clinical Capabilities: • Pain management • Fall prevention • Wound management • Swallowing disorders • Diathermy • IV therapy • Wanderguard system • Cardiac recovery
• Orthopedic injuries • Amputations • Joint replacement • Cognitive impairments • Respiratory disorders • Stroke recovery • Pulmonary complications • Palliative care
Amenities Beautifully decorated and pleasant common areas create a warm and welcoming environment. Each resident can relax in the outdoor courtyards and take part in the many daily activities that keep residents active and involved. Our facility offers beautician services and laundry services so residents always feel and look their best. Each resident room has cable television access and complimentary Wi-Fi. During meals, residents can dine in the comfort of their room or in our restaurant style dining area. Rehabilitation Our rehabilitation staff offers top-quality physical recov-
ery services using the latest equipment and technology in our state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym. Therapy Services: • Physical therapy • Occupational therapy • Speech therapy Our team provides rehabilitative skilled therapy for continuity of care. Rapid Recovery Your rehabilitation goals are our top priority. Our Rapid Recovery program assesses your individualized home environment challenges to design an individualized therapy program to meet your specific needs and goals. The program guides treatment and tracks your progress to ensure effectiveness and get you back in action. • Monitoring your post-surgical condition in the critical days just after surgery • Providing daily rehabilitation services to jump start your rehabilitation program • Assisting you with pain management • Helping you reach rehabilitation milestones that set you on the road to recovery The tailored plan of care allows us to focus on helping you have the smoothest and safest transition back home. Park Manor Health and Rehabilitation, LLC 2201 McFarland Blvd. • Northport, AL 35476 PH: (205) 339-5300 • FX: (205) 333-9186 Our Family Caring for Yours. www.ParkManorHealthandRehab.com
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ASPIRE CHANGES THE GAME FOR PHYSICAL REHABILITATION At Aspire Physical Recovery Center of West Alabama, our goal is to provide you with personalized care in a comfortable, luxurious environment. We surround you with resort amenities while being treated with healthcare expertise. Our mission is to provide the necessary care and services to help you reach your goal of returning to an active lifestyle. Our staff of trained Registered Nurses and Patient Care Attendants provide personalized medical care and our Professionally Trained Certified therapists provide Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapies. 42 |||| HEALTHY HORIZONS
• 24 hour registered nurse care • Personalized nurse practitioner care with a physician’s order • Pain control services • Two state-of-the-art gyms for physical rehabilitation • Two occupational therapy treatment facilities • Two speech therapy treatment facilities • Pharmacy services • Cardiac recovery, Neurological rehabilitation, specialty skin services, and IV therapies also offered Our state-of-the-art therapy gym offers top-of-the-line,
modern equipment. The Zero Gravity System provides optimum support and security for those regaining their mobility and strength. The Omini Virtual Reality System provides simulations to help regain skills in walking, jogging, and other movements. Our Rapid Recovery Program provides individualized goal setting plans to get you home sooner. There is someone to help you with every need at the Aspire facility. Our concierge service is there for appointment setting for any of the services we offer. The concierge staff is who you contact for all guest relations to make you feel right at home. Concierges will schedule everything for you, answer any question, and always be there. The Aspire Salon is ready to pamper you. You can schedule appointments for all your beauty needs including hair styling, manicures, and pedicures. The highly trained technicians in our salon offer massage therapy to relax you and relieve tension.
Dining is made easy at Aspire. You can eat in-room or in one of our dining areas. A professional, full-time chef directs our dining and plans each day’s meals that can please any palate. There are always readily available items not on the day’s menu that include salads, soups, and sandwiches. Our chef makes sure our patients are eating healthy with fresh fruits and healthy options every day. In our dining area, food is served fresh, right to your table. We also have a registered dietitian on staff that is available to meet the highest standards of even the strictest diets. Our facility is nestled around manicured courtyards, a water fountain, and putting green. On the inside, there are beautifully decorated living rooms with fireplaces and areas to enjoy coffee and refreshments. Our facility offers a large number of private accommodations so you as a resident will have your own personal room and a spacious bathroom. All patient lodging includes complimentary WiFi, refrigerator, cable, and telephone services We have combined medical expertise with top-notch resort amenities to make your stay at Aspire like none other. Our staff ’s expertise will get you home faster and back on your feet. But, we want you, our guest, to feel so comfortable that you don’t even want to leave. • Call 205-330-8412 today to schedule your tour and see this brand, new model in physical rehabilitation. Relax, Recover, Regain your abilities at Aspire. www.AspirePhysicalRecovery.com
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HUNTER CREEK HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC Our expertly trained, professional staff is committed to delivering skilled nursing care, while maintaining our residents’ dignity. We provide a safe and inviting home for your loved ones who need special attention and assistance with daily living. Our nurses provide around-the-clock care with physician oversight. We also offer pharmaceutical and dietary services, as well as nutrition planning. Clinical Capabilities: • Pain management • Fall prevention • Wound management • Swallowing disorders • Diathermy • IV therapy • Wanderguard system • Cardiac recovery
• Orthopedic injuries • Amputations • Joint replacement • Cognitive impairments • Respiratory disorders • Stroke recovery • Pulmonary complications • Palliative care
Amenities Beautifully decorated and pleasant common areas create a warm and welcoming environment. Each resident can relax in the outdoor courtyards and take part in the many daily activities that keep residents active and involved. Our facility offers beautician services and laundry services so residents always feel and look their best. Each resident room has cable television access and complimentary Wi-Fi. During meals, residents can dine in the comfort of their room or in our restaurant style dining area. Rehabilitation Our rehabilitation staff offers top-quality physical recov-
ery services using the latest equipment and technology in our state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym. Therapy Services: • Physical therapy • Occupational therapy • Speech therapy Our team provides rehabilitative skilled therapy for continuity of care. Rapid Recovery Your rehabilitation goals are our top priority. Our Rapid Recovery program assesses your individualized home environment challenges to design an individualized therapy program to meet your specific needs and goals. The program guides treatment and tracks your progress to ensure effectiveness and get you back in action. • Monitoring your post-surgical condition in the critical days just after surgery • Providing daily rehabilitation services to jump start your rehabilitation program • Assisting you with pain management • Helping you reach rehabilitation milestones that set you on the road to recovery The tailored plan of care allows us to focus on helping you have the smoothest and safest transition back home. Hunter Creek Health and Rehabilitation, LLC 600 34th Street • Northport, AL 35473 PH: (205) 339-5900 • FX: (205) 333-7537 Our Family Caring for Yours. www.HunterCreekHealthandRehab.com
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ADULT DAY CARE Caring Days (205) 752-6840
DENTAL CENTERS Capstone Dental Care (205) 248-9077
AMBULANCE SERVICES Northstar Paramedic Services (205) 345-0911
Center for Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry (205) 339-6762
ASSISTED LIVING Heritage Healthcare & Rehab Inc. (205) 759-5179
Cumberland Dental (205) 556-2980
Hosea’s Care Group Home (205) 758-1068 Martinview Assisted Living (205) 333-0085 Brookdale Senior Living (205) 330-1700 Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa (205) 345-1112 North River Village (205) 759-9875
Renaissance Dental (205) 758-4809 Riverview Dental Designs (205) 345-3400 The Smile Design Center (205) 750-8008 University Oral & Facial Surgery, PC (205) 556-2323 West Alabama Dental Center (205) 345-8859
FAMILY MEDICINE MedCenter North (205) 333-1993 South (205) 343-2225 FITNESS CENTERS NorthRidge Fitness (205) 752-1201 HEARING AID CENTERS ENT of Tuscaloosa (205) 333-3330 HEART CENTERS Cardiology Associates of West Alabama (205) 752-0694 HOME HEALTH SERVICES Alacare Home Health 1-888-252-2273 Amedisys Home Health Care (205) 752-0606 Caring Hands Hospice (205)349-3065
INSURANCE AFLAC (205) 752-1386 Blue Cross Blue Shield 1-877-293-1850 State Farm 1-888-556-5363 INDEPENDENT LIVING Pine Valley Retirement Community (205) 349-8700 MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES APM Providers Inc. 1-800-949-5329 American Homepatient (205) 942-5329 Atlas Elevator 1-866-513-5438
Pine Valley Retirement Community (205) 349-8700
DISABILITY SERVICES Alabama Council for Developmental Disabilities 1-800 232-2158
Regency Retirement Village (205) 752-5500
Alabama Goodwill Industries (205) 323-6331
Jim Myers Home Care (205) 556-9760
Fuller Rehabilitation Independent Living Aids (205) 248-0284
BLIND AND VISUAL DISORDERS Alabama Eye and Tissue Bank (205) 942-2120
Alabama Regional II Mental Retardation Services (205) 553-4550
Mid South Home Health (205) 739-7800
Handicapped Driver Services (205) 426-8261
Alabama Regional Library for Blind and Physically Handicapped 1-800-392-5671
Alabama State Vocational Rehabilitation Service 1-800-671-6837
HOSPICE Alacare Hospice 1-888-252-2273
High Tech Mobility 1-877-791-2333
BRAIN INJURY SERVICES Alabama Head Injury Foundation 1-800-438-8002 CANCER CARE CENTERS Cancer Care Center of Tuscaloosa (205) 345-8208 Lewis and Faye Manderson Cancer Center (205) 759-7800 CHIROPRACTORS Agee Chiropractic Center, PC (205) 339-3333 Alabama Chiropractic & Spine Care (205) 339-0001 Wellness Center of Tuscaloosa (205) 345-3452
EAR, NOSE & THROAT North River Ear, Nose & Throat (205) 759-9930 Tuscaloosa Ear, Nose & Throat (205) 758-9041 (205) 758-5730 Tuscaloosa Sinus Center (205) 333-3330 ELDER LAW Stuart Albea (205) 248-9556 Elder Law Clinic 1-800-452-9036 EYE CARE Dr. Riley Austin (205) 333-7859
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DCH Home Health (205) 759-7010
Hospice of West Alabama (205) 523-1010 HOSPITALS DCH (205) 759-7010 Northport Medical Center (205) 333-4500 Phelps Outpatient Center (205) 759-7334 Secure Medical Facility (205) 556-7060 UAB Medical West (205) 481-7111 University Medical Center (205) 348-1288 Veterans Affairs Medical Center (205) 554-2000
Central Alabama Mobility, Inc. (205) 556-7733
Jim Myers Home Care (205) 556-9760 MedSouth Inc. (205) 339-8013 Norris Limb & Brace (205) 333-1020 Quality Plus Medical Services (205) 758-1581 Specialized Medical Devices (205) 270-1342 Secure Health Systems Inc. (205) 345-6880 West Alabama Limb Company (205) 349-5388 NURSING HOMES Forest Manor Nursing Home (205) 339-5400
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RADIOLOGY SERVICES The Radiology Clinic (205) 345-7000 REHABILITATION CENTERS Alabama Department of Rehabilitation (205) 759-1279 Champion Partners in Rehab (205) 366-2209 Easter Seals of West Alabama (205) 759-1211
Golden Years of DCH (205) 759-7931 Legal Counsel for the Elderly (205) 348-4960 Meals on Wheels (205) 758-4756 North Harbor Pavilion – Adult & Geriatric Mental Health Services (205) 330-3000
Habitat of Humanity (205) 349-4620 Temporary Emergency Services (205) 758-5535 Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center (205) 758-6619 United Way Information & Referral (205) 345-7775
McGraw Activity Center (205) 556-4900
RSVP of Tuscaloosa & Hale Counties (205) 553-3133
Whatley Health Services (205) 349-3250 1-800-239-3219
Tuscaloosa Therapy (205) 752-2266
Social Security Administration (205) 349-4863
West Alabama Food Bank (205) 759-5519
United Cerebral Palsy of West Alabama (205) 345-3031
Widow Persons Services (205) 758-3393
YMCA of Tuscaloosa (205) 345-9622
AARP Alabama (334) 954-3042
SURGERY TRANSPORTATION Northstar Paramedic Service (205) 345-0911
SENIOR SERVICES Adult Education/Project Literacy (205) 758-0411 ARC of Tuscaloosa County (205) 556-4900 Area Agency on Aging (205) 333-2990 Caring Days (205) 752-6840 Centersville/Brent (205) 926-3968 Clara Verner (205) 349-1202 Dementia Education & Training Program 1-800-457-5679 Friendship House (205) 345-1534 FOCUS on Senior Citizens (205) 758-3393
Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program 1-800-826-1675
Tuscaloosa Transit Authority (205) 556-3876
Alzheimer’s Disease Hot Line 1-800-621- 0379
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Alzheimer’s Family Program (205) 758-2178
Incontinence Clinic of West Alabama (205) 345-1914
American Red Cross (205) 758-3608 Catholic Social Services (205) 759-1268 Eater Seals of West Alabama (205) 759-1211 Friendship House (205) 345-1534 Good Samaritan Services of Tuscaloosa (205) 343-2212 Grace House (205) 333-5464
Tuscaloosa Urology Center (205) 345-7351 West Alabama Urology Associates (205) 344-9393 WOUND CARE CENTERS Barry Gould’s Foot & Wound (205) 759-9100 DCH Health System (205) 614-9046
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