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Business Highlight Pikes Peak Eye Care
Better vision in the blink of an eye
By William J. Dagendesh
Colorado residents seeking affordable, quality vision care need look no further than Pikes Peak Eye Care.
For nearly four decades, Pikes Peak Eye Care (PPEC) has provided both medical and routine eye care, offering a full range of eye health services to clients of all ages. This includes eye exams and vision tests, eye disease diagnosis and management.
Jason Jost, OD and Kristen Worthen, OD operate PPEC at 710 N. Circle Dr. in Colorado Springs. Both optometrists understand all aspects of eye function and how diseases can affect vision. They listen to patients’ concerns, explain eye exam results and offer options. They encourage patients to ask questions and share health information, as one’s health history can be crucial to diagnosing, treating and monitoring potential vision issues.
In addition to eye exams, doctors provide information on Lasik surgery and cataracts, as well as pre- and post-operative care. Knowing how risk factors and aging affect vision over time, they may prescribe corrective lenses, and specialize in contact lens fittings for those who have irregularly shaped eyes or Keratoconic. Additionally, they’re skilled in dry eye and glaucoma evaluation and treatment.
“We pledge to protect the quality of life for our patients by providing state-of-the-art care, the highest quality eyewear products and thorough patient education in a professional and friendly environment,” said Practice Administrator Amanda Lee. “We have top-of-theline diagnostic equipment to ensure proper care and treatment for all ages.”
Quality eye care can carry a costly price tag. For this reason, PPEC assists patients in finding alternatives in reducing costs.
PPEC accepts several insurance plans, including Medicaid and Medicare, and works with local veterans organizations to provide hassle-free exams and treatment.
“We currently don’t have a separate military discount, but we accept Tricare Prime, Tricare Select, Tricare for Life, and work with the Veterans Administration’s Community Care network so veterans get both their exams and eyewear at no cost through our facility without the hassle of driving to and waiting at VA facilities,” Lee said.
PPEC also partners with the local Lions Club to donate eyeglasses to the community.
“Even if you’re not a current patient, if you have old eyeglasses lying around your house, bag them up and swing by. We’d be happy to donate them,” Lee said.
Pikes Peak Eye Care is open from 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and Saturdays from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. To schedule an appointment, call 719-632-1587 or visit www.pikespeakeyecare.com. See the ad below for discounts on your first visit. ■
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KNOWING HOW RISK FACTORS AND AGING AFFECT VISION OVER TIME, THE OPTOMETRISTS AT PIKES PEAK EYE CARE MAY PRESCRIBE CORRECTIVE LENSES. THEY’RE SKILLED IN DRY EYE AND GLAUCOMA EVALUATION AND TREATMENT.
7 questions to ask a cat sitter or boarding facility
Going on vacation? Take the time to find a good sitter or boarding facility for your cat while you’re away.
Life can get scary for cats when their family suddenly disappears. Cats are creatures of habit, so keeping their environment as familiar as possible is the best way to keep them happy while you’re away.
CATS-ONLY BOARDING
A cat-only facility is usually quieter and won’t have as many unfamiliar smells as a place that boards both dogs and cats. If you must board at a place with both, choose one where cat boarding and dog boarding are well separated.
Some cat boarding facilities offer many conveniences, such as transportation and live streaming webcams. They’re also committed to lowering your cat’s stress by making sure they stay on their same diet or medications. Plus, a licensed boarding facility has a working relationship with a veterinarian in case anything should happen.
The State of Colorado regulates pet boarding facilities, and for good reason. Avoid people who do unlicensed “boarding” in their homes. Anything could happen to your cats in a private home. It can be the breeding ground for disease. Plus, placing your cats in an unfamiliar home with strangers and forcing them to live with animals they don’t know can be terrifying.
ASK MS. KITTY
This free helpline is offered by Happy Cats Haven and Colorado Cats Boarding. Submit questions at www.HappyCatsHaven.org CAT SITTING AT HOME
Many cats do better if left in their own homes because at least their environment doesn’t change when their people do. However, pet sitting is unregulated, so it’s important to make sure the person taking care of your cats is cat-friendly and has cat skills.
Get references before letting someone into your home, especially if you want overnight care. A quality pet-sitting business will have insurance and be bonded if they have employees.
Invite any potential cat sitter over to meet the cats before you leave and ask them these questions, (many of these apply to boarding facilities as well): 1) How long have you been caring for cats? 2) What would you do if my cats were hiding when you came to care for them? 3) What experience do you have giving medications or special diets? 4) How will you know if it’s time to take my cat to the vet? 5) What is your favorite toy for playing with cats? 6) How much time do you spend playing with them during each visit? 7) Do you have certification in feline first aid?
Whether you take your cat to a boarding facility or hire a sitter, always ask for references before entrusting your feline friend to someone you don’t know. ■ luxury cat boarding & grooming
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1. Eliminate your current mortgage payment - establish a line of credit or receive monthly payments as long as you live in your home and THE NEW REVERSE MORTGAGE pay taxes and insuranceTop Four Potential Benefits of Getting a Reverse Mortgage
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Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation (“Fairway”) NMLS#2289. 4801 S. Biltmore Lane, Madison, WI 53718, 1-877699-0353. Copyright©2015. All rights reserved. Fairway is not affiliated with any govenment agencies.These materials are not from HUD or FHA and were not approved by HUD or a government agency. This is not an offer to enter into an agreement. Not all customers will qualify. Information, rates and programs are subject to change without notice. All products are subject to credit and property approval. Other restrictions and limitations should apply. Regulated by the CO Division of Real Estate.
Bill Niehus
Reverse Mortgage Loan Officer NMLS # 403888 Direct: 719-650-2620 bniehus@fairwaymc.com 2460 W 26th Ave., Ste. C-185 Denver, CO 80211
1. Eliminate your current mortgage payment - establish a line of credit or receive monthly payments as long THE NEW REVERSE MORTGAGE as you live in your home and pay taxes and insurance. Top Four Potential Benefits of Getting a Reverse Mortgage 2. Bridge Medicare gap in early retirement between age 62 to 65 3. Supplement retirement income so your IRA will last longer 4. Obtain a Reverse Mortgage for purchase if you wish to downsize or move
A visit with Bill Niehus will give you a new route to a better retirement! 719-650-2620
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation (“Fairway”) NMLS#2289. 4801 S. Biltmore Lane, Madison, WI 53718, 1-877-699-0353. Copyright©2015. All rights reserved. Fairway is not affiliated with any govenment agencies.These materials are not from HUD or FHA and were not approved by HUD or a government agency. This is not an offer to enter into an agreement. Not all customers will qualify. Information, rates and programs are subject to change without notice. All products are subject to credit and property approval. Other restrictions and limitations should apply. Regulated by the CO Division of Real Estate.
Bill Niehus
Reverse Mortgage Loan Officer NMLS # 403888 Direct: 719-650-2620 bniehus@fairwaymc.com 2460 W 26th Ave., Ste. C-185 Denver, CO 80211
1. Eliminate your current mortgage payment - establish a line of credit or receive monthly payments as long as you live in your home and pay taxes and insurance. 2. Bridge Medicare gap in early retirement between age 62 to 65 3. Supplement retirement income so your IRA will last longer 4. Obtain a Reverse Mortgage for purchase if you wish to downsize or move Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation (“Fairway”) NMLS#2289. 4801 S. Biltmore Lane, Madison, WI 53718, 1-877-699-0353. Copyright©2015. All rights reserved. Fairway is not affiliated with any govenment agencies.These materials are not from HUD or FHA and were not approved by HUD or a government agency. This is not an offer to enter into an agreement. Not all customers will qualify. Information, rates and programs are subject to change without notice. All products are subject to credit and property approval. Other restrictions and limitations should apply. Regulated by the CO Division of Real Estate.
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2460 W 26th Ave., Ste. C-185 Denver, CO 80211 NMLS # 403888
Bill Niehus
Reverse Mortgage Loan Officer NMLS # 403888 Direct: 719-650-2620 bniehus@fairwaymc.com 2460 W 26th Ave., Ste. C-185 Denver, CO 80211
1. Eliminate your current mortgage payment - establish a line of credit or receive monthly payments as long as you live in your home and pay taxes and insurance. 2. Bridge Medicare gap in early retirement between age 62 to 65 3. Supplement retirement income so your IRA will last longer 4. Obtain a Reverse Mortgage for purchase if you wish to downsize or move Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation (“Fairway”) NMLS#2289. 4801 S. Biltmore Lane, Madison, WI 53718, 1-877-699-0353. Copyright©2015. All rights reserved. Fairway is not affiliated with any govenment agencies.These materials are not from HUD or FHA and were not approved by HUD or a government agency. This is not an offer to enter into an agreement. Not all customers will qualify. Information, rates and programs are subject to change without notice. All products are subject to credit and property approval. Other restrictions and limitations should apply. Regulated by the CO Division of Real Estate.
