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PUBLISHER'S LETTER SERVING OUR COMMUNITY While watching the funeral coverage of President George H.W. Bush and remembering what a tremendous public servant he was, it made me proud of the people of Jefferson City. In President Bush’s 1989 inaugural address, the president said: “My friends, we are not the sum of our possessions.

They are not the measure of our lives. In our hearts we know what matters. We cannot hope only to leave our children a bigger car, a bigger bank account. We must hope to give them a sense of what it means to be a loyal friend; a loving parent; a citizen who leaves his home, his neighborhood, and town better than he found it.” The president’s quote sums up this January/February issue of City Magazine. Within the pages of this issue, you will witness time and time again evidence of how Jefferson City is a tremendous community of givers.

Take the time to get to know the faces of our young up-and-coming community servants who make up our 2019 Ones to Watch class. These young leaders share their understanding of giving back to Jefferson City by sharing their enthusiasm and passions for our local needs through their hours of volunteering for nonprofit organizations, the arts, and community leadership positions. I am also proud to publish, for the first time, some more seasoned individuals that strive everyday to make our community and neighborhoods a better place — the 2019 Impact JCMO recipients. The Impact JCMO initiative aims to highlight the work of nonprofits and how they impact all the citizens of Jefferson City.

You will experience stories of courage, strength, and heroism within these five profiles that I hope will inspire you to live up to the message from our 41st president’s inaugural address.

Our newest contributor, Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe, writes on page 33 about the lessons he has learned on giving back and being a public servant. I particularly like the point the Lieutenant Governor makes reinforcing the part of President Bush’s quote about being a loving parent. He says: “It is easy for our children to become self-absorbed and forget about the needs of others, both our families and the community at large. Community service does not prevent self-absorption, but it makes it more difficult.” Just like Lieutenant Governor Kehoe and his wife, Claudia, I am thankful for the parents and other community leaders before me who taught me the importance of serving our community.

I hope you will be inspired through the pages of City Magazine to pass your time and talents back to our community — it truly makes an impact in people’s lives. #IMPACTJCMO

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ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER’S LETTER A GIVING CULTURE If you’ve ever read Malcolm Gladwell’s bestseller “Outliers,” then you know the peculiar case of Roseto, Pennsylvania.

American doctors studied the Italian American town where virtually no one under 55 died of a heart attack. For men over 65, the death rate from heart attack was half that of the United States as a whole, and the death rate from all causes was 35 percent lower than it should have been. People died of old age, but that’s it. It wasn’t olive oil, a Mediterranean diet, wine, preventative care, or exercise. In fact, the study concluded it was not diet related at all. The findings required the medical establishment to think in an entirely new way.

The answer was community.

I can’t help but be reminded of this “cure” when meeting and working with our outstanding class of 2019 Ones to Watch recipients and Impact JCMO honorees, each one dedicating generous amounts of time, energy, and talent to a wide range of civic activities and the nonprofit sector in order to contribute to the betterment of Jefferson City. Some of these faces you may know, some you may not. Either way, I assure you each is worthy of a heartfelt thank you and citywide recognition. Read up on them on pages 57 and 66 and see what they’re up to!

Our January/February issue also encompasses relevant health-related topics such as top health destinations, a peaceful family retreat, clean beauty, and our feature, where we take an extensive, in-depth look at Alzheimer’s and valuable statistics, strategies, and resources for local individuals and families coping with this widespread degenerative disease.

As you flip through the pages, I hope you gain an overwhelming sense of appreciation for the key players behind Jefferson City’s “giving culture” and help keep the momentum going by tightening the strings of our close-knit community whenever possible — because that’s what’s really at the heart of this issue and the true spirit of our town. After all, Roseto was an outlier. Why can’t Jefferson City be one, too?

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CERES’ STORY Lead City Magazine designer, Kate Morrow, and I had the privilege of watching Ceres sail her way down from the Missouri State Capitol late last year, before being shipped to Chicago for a year of restoration. You can follow her restoration and discover the fascinating story behind the inspiration for the Goddess of Grain, who is rumored to be sculpted after Audrey Munson, considered the country’s first supermodel.

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AT HOME 44 HOME TOUR Osage Oasis 52 DESIGN & INTERIOR Kitchen Trends 55 FAMILY CORNER Jennifer Schneiders

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DATEBOOK

January 2019

JANUARY 1-31 Holiday Ice Skating Sessions

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JANUARY 4

Holiday Ice Skating Sessions, Washington Park Ice Arena, 711 Kansas St. Adult admission is $5.50, youth 17 and under admission is $4.50. For more information, call Washington Park Ice Arena at 573-634-6580.

First Friday Film, Missouri River Regional Library, 214 Adams St. 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Free. For more information, call Madeline Matson at 573-634-6064 ext. 250.

JANUARY 1-31 Christmas Tree Recycling, Washington Park at the Vivion Field entrance, 1309 Missouri Blvd.

Free. For more information, visit jeffersoncitymo.gov/parks.

JANUARY 2 American Red Cross Blood Drive, Missouri River Regional Library Art Gallery, 214 Adams St. 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free. For more information, call Betty Hagenhoff at 573-634-6064 ext. 249.

information, call Susan Neill Dawdy at 573-690-2720.

JANUARY 11-12

Adult Craft Night, Missouri River Regional Library, 214 Adams St. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free with registration.

For more information, call Qhyrrae at 573-634-6064 ext. 238.

45th Annual Bluegrass Music Awards & 36th Midwest Convention, Capitol Plaza Hotel and Convention Center, 415 W. McCarty. Friday at 2:00 and 6:30 p.m. and Saturday at 1:00 and 7:00 p.m. Special Bluegrass Flat Rate for one to four people is $89 plus tax, Friday is $15 for both shows, Friday night only is $10, Saturday is $20 for both shows, Saturday night is $15, and two days are $30. Children under 12 are half price. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact SPBGMA at info@spbgma. com or spbgma.com.

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Ribbon Cutting at Campus Coworking Space, 619 E. Capitol Ave. 3:30 p.m. For more

Jefferson City Futsal Supercup, The Linc, 1299 Lafayette St. 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Gate fee.

JANUARY 6 32nd Annual Bridal Spectacular, The Linc, 1299 Lafayette Dr. Noon to 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.

For more information, call Vicki Arcobasso at 573-338-2266.

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JANUARY 25-27 Pop-Up Book Sale, Missouri River Regional Library, 214 Adams St. Friday Noon to 6:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Free. For more information, call Betty Hagenhoff at 573-634-6064 ext. 249.

JANUARY 31 Poetry Night: The Voice Within Us, Missouri River Regional Library, 214 Adams St. 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Free. For more information, call Kimberly Bolton at 573-634-6064 ext. 238.

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February 2019 FEBRUARY 5 Knitting and Crocheting, Missouri River Regional Library

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Coffee with Larry, Miller Performing Arts Center Atrium, 501 Madison St. 7:00 to 8:00 a.m.

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The Landing After Hours: World War I Medicine, Jefferson Landing State Historic Site, 100 Jefferson St. 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Free. For more information, call 573-751-4127 or e-mail dsp.state.museum@dnr. mo.gov.

Athletic Event Committee Fundraiser, Fraternal Order of the Eagles, 1411 Missouri Blvd.

6:00 p.m. $40.00 per ticket. Each ticket is good for two people. For more information, contact Austin Rippeto 573-632-2820.

Missouri River Regional Library Foundation Mini Golf, 214 Adams St. 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. For more information, call Claudia at 573634-6064 ext. 245.

Pre-Super Bowl Trivia Night, Wardsville Lions Club, 3505 Rte. M. 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. $15 per person or $100 per table (eight per team). For more information or to purchase tickets, call Melinda Cardone at 573-556-0400.

FEBRUARY 5 Knitting and Crocheting, Missouri River Regional Library, 214 Adams St. 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Free for ages 12 and up. For more information, call Qhyrrae at 573-634-6064 ext.238.

FEBRUARY 6-17 Capital City Productions Presents “Million Dollar Quartet,” Capital City Productions, 1200 Linden Dr. Evening performances at 7:30 p.m. with doors opening at 6:00 p.m. Matinee performances at 1:00 p.m. with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. $25 production only; $38 dinner theatre.

Visit capitalcityproductions.org for more info.

FEBRUARY 14-16 “Mamma Mia!” Miller Performing Arts Center, 501 Madison St. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20.

FEBRUARY 22-23 2019 HBA Homeshow, Capital Mall, 3600 Country Club Dr. 10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more info, visit hbacentralmo.com.

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Boys and Girls Club of Jefferson City are proud to announce the next

Student of the Quarter Quentin Cook is a 10th Grader at Jefferson City High School. While his favorite subjects are history, science and English, his goal is straight “A’s”. Another of Quentin’s goals is to be a role model for others. Quentin doesn’t just talk about respect and care, he practices it. If he notices someone not treated properly, he will speak up on his or her behalf. Quentin’s desire to excel academically while leading others through kindness is making its mark at the Club!

Congratulations, Quentin!

Once per school quarter, Central Bank and The Boys and Girls Club of Jefferson City recognize a student for academic success and outstanding character. Each winner receives a certificate of achievement and his or her likeness is placed in the framed Central Bank display located at the Boys and Girls Club lower level. Jefferson City Magazine, KRCG TV, and Cumulus Radio provide media coverage of each winner in order to highlight this student, while creating awareness of the Club’s continuing mission to make our community even stronger.

TOWN TALK

A W O R D F R O M T H E M AYO R

Carrie Tergin Skin Deep

THIS ISSUE OF CITY MAGAZINE has a health theme, so let’s have some “skin in the game” and talk skin health. Beyond city issues, this mayor cares deeply about the health and wellness of those in our community, so I hope this Town Talk motivates you to make an appointment with your doctor for the real advice.

My sister, Dr. Helen Tergin, is a dermatologist, so I have an inside scoop on what matters on the outside: our skin.

I’m the Mayor Sister and she’s the Doctor Sister, and we joke that we are so very different in our professions, politics, and medicine.

However, we both are exactly the same in that we both want to help others and find ways in our careers to do so.

So tell me, little sister…

How often should someone see a dermatologist?

Once a year.

Only fair-skinned people?

No. Skin cancer can affect all skin colors.

Best advice for skin health?

Avoid excessive UV light and sun exposure — it can cause skin cancer, aging, and wrinkles, but especially cancer.

What is the one thing people can do to help their skin or prevent skin cancer?

Wear sunscreen and see your dermatologist regularly.

Does what you eat affect your skin?

Yes. What we put in our body is reflected in our skin. Drink water. Avoid sugar and processed foods, as they can age skin. Never ever smoke. Eat foods high in antioxidants, eat a lot of healthy fruits and vegetables, and focus on plant-based foods.

What is the question you are asked most often?

“Is your sister the mayor?” and “How can I prevent wrinkles and brown spots?”

So…how do you prevent wrinkles and brown spots?

No. Any suntan is evidence of damage to the skin, not protection.

Avoid UV light. Never use tanning beds.

Drink water and maintain a healthy diet and nutrition. Retinoid products are helpful. Did I say never smoke?

Most common reason people don’t see a dermatologist?

Do you need to wear sunscreen in the winter?

Not being aware that anyone, at any age, is at risk; thinking it’s not important; not having time or access; or perhaps not having a dermatologist in their area.

Yes, year round. UV light is present even on a cloudy day.

Does having a tan protect you from skin cancer?

Does embarrassment play a factor?

People shouldn’t be embarrassed because the doctor’s office is professional and confidential, and the doctors are well trained.

In order to be the mayor, you have to have thick skin, not let things get to you, and keep moving forward to make progress. But none of that matters if we don’t take care of our skin first. Having no time is not an excuse. When it comes to our health, we must take charge.

If you’ve never seen or don’t remember the last time you saw a dermatologist, please make an appointment. I guess little sister does know what she’s talking about, and I will listen to her! #MayorSister #DoctorSister #ToYourHealth Jefferson City Magazine | 31

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A WORD FROM THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR

Mike Kehoe Lessons in Giving

AMONG THE MANY LESSONS my mother instilled in me, none was more impactful than “do the right thing when someone needs help.” As a child, our family frequently received help from those who pitched in to make the lives of others better. When we faced hard times, people seemed to show up out of nowhere to help. Even at a young age, I appreciated these acts of kindness and understood that I needed to help others as I had been helped. With age and maturity, my brother, sisters, and I have translated this lesson from Mom into volunteering and community service.

All communities, whether large or small, wealthy or poor, depend upon neighbors giving of themselves to help one another. The state of Missouri is no exception. From border to border, there are tens of thousands of charities and nonprofit organizations that depend upon the talents, skills, and resources of Missourians to help meet the needs of others.

Many Missourians have the desire and financial resources to donate money to charities and nonprofit organizations. While these donations are critically important to the overall success of the charities and nonprofits, unless there are individuals willing to give their time and talents to deliver help to others, the donations represent only untapped potential. Businessman and speaker Harvey Mackay, when speaking of the value of time, said: “Time is free, but it is priceless. You can’t own it, but you can use it. You can’t keep it, but you can spend it. Once you’ve lost it, you can never get it back.”

These words seem particularly wise as it relates to volunteering and community service. Whether or not Missourians have the financial resources to make donations, they can make an even greater and more meaningful investment with their time.

Volunteer work comes in many different forms and can be unique for every person based upon Jefferson City Magazine | 33

MO TALK their particular interests or circumstances. The young man or woman who has an interest in joining the military might visit a veterans’ home, while the family of five with three young children might join their church group to wrap presents for those less fortunate. Of equal significance and benefit is the young professional who devotes their time to charities and nonprofits in order to gain experience, not knowing that the personal connections made while volunteering will be influential throughout their career.

Many local charities and organizations rely upon volunteers to exist. In many cases, there is an inverse relationship between needs and volunteers such that the number of volunteers decrease even as needs increase. This presents significant challenges for nonprofits, particularly in Missouri’s smaller communities. Without volunteers, noble causes and important services may cease to exist.

Volunteering is a great way to get young people involved within the community. Claudia and I have tried to instill the value of volunteerism into our children. Our family donates time to numerous organizations, including the United Way of Central Missouri, the Central Missouri Food Bank, veterans’ organizations, the Special Olympics, and Missouri 4-H. These locally governed organizations use volunteers to make tremendous impacts and have allowed us to show our children that giving their time can be just as meaningful as a monetary donation, if not more so.

I am grateful to the parents, schools, churches, and judges that provide varying degrees of motivation for youth to volunteer. It is easy for our children to become self-absorbed and forget about the needs of others, both in our families and in the community at large. Community service does not prevent self-absorption, but it makes it more difficult. Helping with a Habitat for Humanity home, visiting heroes in a veterans’ home, or helping pack Buddy Packs provides invaluable perspective on what is important and what is just one of the insignificant problems of everyday life.

I’m grateful for a family that taught me the importance of community service, and I’m thankful for the men and women across the state who lead by example in volunteering their time and talents to help others. This investment of time and energy pays dividends not only in the lives of those they help, but also in their own.

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BUSINESS BRIEFS

Business Briefs Pro m ote d, h ired, reco g n i zed

VANLOO

ADELMAN

SATTERFIELD

TOELKE-GEISLER

HOLTSCHNEIDER

CHRISMAN

VARNER

Central Trust Company announced that

WGU Missouri announced that

employee surveys from Great Place to Work-

DEBBIE VANLOO has been promoted to

LUKE HOLTSCHNEIDER has been

certified companies.

senior vice president and market executive

appointed to the WGU Missouri Advisory

of the Jefferson City office. Debbie has

Board. As a private, nonprofit institution

KEN SATTERFIELD was inducted into the Psi

been serving as senior vice president and

established by the state of Missouri, WGU

Chapter of Beta Phi Mu during the 2018 Missouri

relationship manager providing wealth

Missouri works in partnership with its parent

Library Association Conference. Beta Phi Mu is

advisory and management, tax and estate

institution, Western Governors University,

the international library and information studies

planning strategies, employee benefits, and

and under the guidance of the state advisory

honor society that recognizes the scholastic

board. The advisory board is comprised of

achievement and leadership potential of library

individuals who work or reside in Missouri

and information studies graduates and fosters

and provide counsel on the most effective

the values of scholarship, leadership, and service

ways the university can meet the core mission

in its members.

fiduciary services to clients. She has worked in the legal, taxation, and financial services industry for more than 36 years, the last 23 of those with Central Trust Company.

Debbie earned her degree in accounting from Lincoln University.

Capital Region Physicians welcomed JENNIFER ADELMAN to Capital Region Physicians Primary Care. Adelman received her Bachelor of Science in nursing from MU and her Master of Science in nursing

of economic development in the state.

Capital Region Medical Center would like to HOLLY TOELKE-GEISLER joined Studio 573

congratulate KELSEY CHRISMAN, Healthy

as trainer and co-owner with Erin Bidlack.

Communities school coordinator, and ASHLEY

Toelke-Geisler has a BS in psychology from

VARNER, Healthy Communities community

Lindenwood University. As co-owner, she’ll

coordinator, on their recent achievements.

integrate her knowledge and understanding

In their role at Capital Region Corporate and

of the science behind why exercise helps us

Community Health, Chrisman and Varner

both mentally and physically.

are coordinators of the Healthy Schools

and family nurse practitioner certification

Healthy Communities Grant with the Missouri

from Maryville University. Adelman most

Financial services firm EDWARD JONES

Foundation for Health. Kelsey Chrisman

recently served as an FNP at Jefferson City

ranks fourth on the newly released Best

received the Engagement Expert Award for her

Medical Group Pediatric Acute Care. She

Workplaces for Women list by Great Place to

work with Jefferson City Public Schools HSHC

has also served as a registered nurse and

Work and Fortune. The firm is the highest-

grant, and Ashley Varner received both the

acute care nurse supervisor at MU Women’s

ranking financial-services firm on the list.

Media Maven Award and Engagement Expert

and Children’s Hospital.

The ranking considered more than 540,000

Award for her work with the grant.

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CURRENTS

HALO and MRRL The HALO Home staff is coming to Missouri River Regional Library for art classes with students between sixth and twelfth grade — there will be snacks! There are only two dates available for these classes, so make your plans now for January 23 or February 27 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Bring your teen for a fun hour of arts and crafts.

Aldi and Instacart Partnership By visiting Instacart.com/aldi or downloading the Instacart app, Aldi customers can now order their groceries online.

Customers who order online are able to receive their Instacart delivery in as little as an hour after ordering. The partnership was spurred by the accelerated growth of Aldi stores throughout the United States. The retailer also announced plans to expand organic offerings by 40 percent.

Capital Region Medical Center The Goldschmidt Cancer Center of Capital Region Medical Center has installed a TrueBeam Linear Accelerator from Varian Medical Systems.

The TrueBeam targets the tumors of cancer patients and delivers advanced radiotherapy treatments. This technology is particularly valuable because it can concentrate radiation doses on the tumor, therefore minimizing damage to the surrounding healthy tissue.

Treatments are quick and can be delivered in just two minutes or less.

JCMG and the Missouri Heart Center JCMG and the Missouri Heart Center have partnered to offer patients clinical cardiology services at the JCMG campus.

Cardiologists Dr. John Verbsky, Dr. James T. Elliott, Dr. Mozow Zuidema, and Dr. Mark Stampehl now practice weekly on an alternating basis. Patients are placed with one of the cardiologists based on their care and condition needs. For more information or to schedule an appointment, patients are encouraged to call their primary care physician’s office.

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True/False Film Fest Mid-Missouri’s internationally recognized film festival takes place in Columbia from February 28 to March 3. Head to truefalse.org today to purchase passes, learn about volunteer opportunities, and much more. If you’re new to True/False, also keep an eye on their site for schedules and tips for how to make the most of your experience.

Chamber Annual Gala

‘Mamma Mia!’

The Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce’s 126th Annual Gala will be held at 6:00 p.m. at the Capitol Plaza Hotel on January 25. The gala and awards ceremony is held to welcome the new chairperson of the chamber’s board as well as honor the outgoing chairperson and board members.

This February, The Little Theatre will bring the hit musical “Mamma Mia!” to the Miller Performing Arts Center. The musical will run February 14 to 16 at 7:30 p.m. each night. Tickets can be purchased online or in person at the Miller Performing Arts Center box office.

Innovative Health Tech Roche, a national medical equipment manufacturer, has successfully collaborated with MU’s School of Medicine to implement — for the first time in the U.S. — Roche’s new software solution to streamline and standardize the management of tumor boards, multi-disciplinary meetings that oncology care teams hold to make clinical treatment decisions for cancer patients.

“As an academic health center, one of our goals is to bring innovation and discovery to the field of medicine,” says Jerry Parker, associate dean for research at the MU School of Medicine. “With our partners at Roche, we’ve only begun to explore the possibilities, but we already see tremendous potential for this type of solution to help advance cancer care. The workflow is much easier for our oncology nursing staff to manage, and the patient information is presented much more clearly, so we expect that to improve efficiency in the meetings and create more time for in-depth discussion of patient cases and the best treatment options.”

Ronald McDonald House Charities This year, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mid-Missouri celebrated five years in their new house. Construction on the house began in 2012, with doors officially opening to families in need in October 2013. The Ronald McDonald house provides a “home away from home,” keeping families close to their sick children while they’re undergoing treatment. The house is walking distance from MU’s Women’s & Children’s Hospital, the Thompson Center for Autism, and other specialty medical facilities. To date, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mid-Missouri have served 1,810 families from across the Missouri region.

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NEW & EMERGING BUSINESSES

What’s New…

PAULIE B’S Paulie B’s mobile kitchen (run by Paul Baker and his wife, Beth) has a new location.

The couple bring a taste of the gulf to the community through fresh seafood dishes like their Cajun shrimp and grits.

829 Eastland Dr. 573-395-6645 pauliebs.com Facebook: @pauliebs

LA CHICA LOCA In October, Amanda Jensen celebrated the quick success of her breakfast burrito business, La Chica Loca, by relocating. Amanda has also added new low-carb and vegan options to her menu. La Chica Loca is open from 7 to 10 a.m. Monday through Friday.

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SPECIALTY QUILTS & FABRICS Specialty Quilts & Fabrics owner Linda Foulk celebrated the grand re-opening of her store as it moved to a larger location.

The new space will allow Foulk to hold more classes and showcase her quilts.

2115 Industrial Dr. 573-761-7313 specialtyquilts.com Facebook: @SpecialtyQuiltsFabricsLLC Twitter: @shopfrontporch

LOVE2NOURISH Personal chef Laurel Dunwoody has opened a new location downtown for her meal prep business, Love2Nourish. Clients can place their orders online for healthy meals that can be picked up or delivered. Menus are posted weekly on Love2Nourish’s Facebook page.

700 E. High St. 573-230-8752 love2nourish.com love2nourishjc@gmail.com Facebook: @love2nourish

CAMPUS COWORKING SPACE Jefferson City is now home to a Campus Coworking Space, where entrepreneurs can come to a shared space to create their products and collaborate. The space will give makers access to tools and equipment they may not be able to purchase themselves.

619 E. Capitol Ave. campuscoworkingspace.com Facebook: @campuscoworkingspace

TELLE TIRE & AUTO CENTERS Telle Tire & Auto Centers has added its first ever location to the Jefferson City area. In addition to tire services, the shop offers auto repair and maintenance services.

The shop has eight other locations, all in the St. Louis area.

3636 W Truman Blvd.

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TRUTH 91 Americans die from opioid overdose every single day.

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AT WORK

Biz Spotlight

Three local businesses making a name in JCMO.

Studio 573

American Shoe

JC Total Health

Opened in 2017, Studio 573 is a home for boutique fitness with a diverse class list that’s regularly updated with current trends.

There are group classes and personal training to suit everyone’s needs.

Owner Erin Bidlack and new co-owner Holly Toelke-Geisler not only train and run their own classes, but they also work hard to bring fun and enjoyment to every workout, even personalizing them to fit their clients’ preferences.

This year marks the 100th anniversary of American Shoe. This local shop provides a wide variety of styles for every occasion and makes a dedicated effort to make sure each pair fits perfectly. American Shoe carries brands from Abeo to Wolverine.

Opened by Elias Thomas, the stores’ locations in Jefferson City and Columbia are still run by third- and fourth-generation family members Sarah Slay-Norden, Dan Quinn, Ann Slay, Luke Quinn, Sara Quinn, and Mike Quinn.

Because JC Total Health consultations are longer than is typically covered by insurance and many of their offered services are above basic care level, they made the decision to be a self-pay clinic.

As such, they make a concerted effort to use their time to give the best care to their patients as possible. Because JC Total Health doesn’t partner with any insurance agencies, they’re able to keep their costs at a reasonable level.

“The Studio 573 experience is led by training instructors who provide calorie blasting, interval training, low- to high-impact classes to get your heart pounding and body moving,” Bidlack says. “We offer cardio-treadmill circuit training, dance, Pilates, barre, and yoga for all levels. Everything is tailored for your goals.”

Address: 3600 Country Club Dr. Phone: 573-415-8685 Website: studio573fitness.com Social: Facebook.com/studio573 Instagram @studio573jc

“Since 1919, American Shoe has been dedicated to supplying our customers with a wide — and sometimes narrow or medium — selection of footwear,” says Luke Quinn. “With 100 years in the footwear business, we know a thing or two about fitting shoes.”

Address: 221 E. High St. Phone: 573-636-8313 Website: americanshoeinc.com Social: Facebook.com/AmericanShoeInc Instagram @AmericanShoeInc Twitter.com/AmericanShoeInc

“We pride ourselves in taking the best possible care of our patients,” says Dr. Thomas Nittler. “Our goal is to identify opportunities that can improve our patients’ health and general well-being in an atmosphere of exceptional customer service and individualized attention.”

Address: 3207 W. Truman Blvd., Ste. A Phone: 573-298-6855 Website: jctotalhealth.com Social: Facebook.com/jctotalhealth

Do you have exciting news regarding your business? Reach out to Managing Editor Tiffany Schmidt at Tiffany@BusinessTimesCompany.com

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Osage Oasis

The Veit family restores their cabin retreat with help from Matt and Randy of MRA Construction.

by J E S S I C A VAU G H N M A R T I N | photos by K E I T H B O R G M E Y E R

HOME TOUR

Rudy and Jeri Veit's river retreat is less than a 15-minute

drive from their home just outside of Jefferson City, but as soon as they settle in, their minds drift far away from the responsibilities of the capital. It’s a home built for relaxation and designed for family, for function, and — most of all — for fun.

For 30 years, the Veit family has escaped to this land to relax, but when their cabin began to show some serious signs of wear and a few unwelcome visitors (namely, the nest of black snakes that moved into the crawl space), Rudy and Jeri decided it was time to update their getaway. What started as a remodel quickly became a rebuild; Jeri wanted no memory of the reptilian residents and instead wanted a fresh, updated space to create new memories.

Enter father–son duo Matt and Randy Allen, longtime friends of the Veit family. Randy practiced architecture full-time for much of his career, but now only works on a few special projects with his son. Inspired by his dad’s work in the industry, Matt began MRA Construction in 2010 to serve Mid-Missouri’s custom home building needs.

Together, Matt and Randy bring years of experience and a fresh, creative eye, a combination that constructs timeless and inspired homes.

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Bearing the Veits’ wishes in mind, Randy drew up the vision for the home and Matt built it to life. “Initially, it was just going to be the cabin, but we had some other ideas,” Matt says. “We thought if we’re going to do all of this work now, and everything’s going to be torn up anyway, we might as well do the pool deck, the patio, and the covered bar. I loved the idea because I knew they would use that. Looking back on it, I would have been saddened if they didn’t do the patio, because that’s where they probably spend most of their time.”

The patio is complete with a stainless steel bar, a fireplace, and enough seating to accommodate a crowd. It overlooks the pool, where many a summer day is spent.

The pool is the only original fixture that escaped total teardown through the renovation. “The pool was built in the 1940s by Lincoln University students,” Jeri says. The original structure pre-dated modern filtration systems, so when they bought the cabin, in the late ’80s, it was one of the first things on their list to modernize. To maximize the merriment, The Entertainer installed a whole-house sound system that extends outdoors and allows TV to be played on the patio while music is played on the pool deck.

Inside, a wall of windows adorns the river side of the home; the expansive view overlooks a landscape that has been shaped by water and wind for thousands of years. The Osage River, slow moving and thick with mud and fish, provided sustenance for generations of settlers and nomads in the area. Today, it still provides a fresh catch for dinner and a fun path for Veit family boat rides.

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that really set the whole cabin feel inside this house,” Jeri says. A rich chocolate stain finishes the woodwork throughout the home, creating a more modern feel rather than a traditional natural-finished look. “We actually matched the same species and stain on the cabinets everywhere else in the house,” Matt says. Knotty hickory was used throughout, the only exception being the beams on the ceiling, which are a Douglas fir.

You might think the floors are wood, too, but that’s a sly trick. It’s actually concrete, but each plank is hand-cut and stained to mimic wood flooring. Matt says it’s one of the home’s most exceptional features. “Concrete is awesome and durable,” he says. “You can beautify concrete in so many ways. This is probably one of maybe two or three [of this style] in central Missouri. You do see some stamped floors and concrete, but you don’t see it inside like this.”

Many fond memories inspired the build, and echoes of those memories still remain.

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The Veit children once clambered up the loft at the old cabin, and now, their children can do the same. “The kids had so much fun in there because they could run around and do whatever they wanted to do,” Jeri says. “We ended up putting chalkboard paint on the walls; they would chalk on it and everything.

They have so many memories from being up in the loft that they wanted one here too.” A set of live edge walnut stairs lead up to the cabin, a favorite design element of both the builder and homeowners. Only a clear coat of finish was applied to the stairs to showcase the beauty of the color gradation in the wood.

Another favorite feature of Jeri’s is the bunk room. When a nap calls, it’s the perfect place to rest for kids and kids at heart. Two three-tiered bunks, custom made by Matt, provide plenty of cozy sleeping space. Another guest room across the hall sleeps two. The master suite flanks the right wing of the house, adjacent to the full laundry room. Double

doors lead to a private patio, perfect for sipping morning coffee or an evening glass of wine, Jeri says.

The kitchen design reflects the retreat style of the home. Its open shelving creates easy access to the cooking essentials, displaying glasses, mugs, and more. Jeri says that when she thought about her vision for the kitchen, there were two things she knew she wanted — black stainless steel appliances and no upper cabinets. “To most people, it’s probably not as functional because there’s not as much cabinet space,” Matt says. “But there are cabinets in the island and a large pantry behind. Jeri wanted more pantry space rather than cabinets.” The large quartz farm sink is a standout feature, a lucky find from a magazine.

The Veits built this home from and for memories old and new. With views equally stunning looking in and out, it’s easy to imagine another three decades of marvelous moments spent enjoying this Osage oasis.

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Parenting Prowess

Jennifer Schnieders shares her stain removal tips.

by JENNIFER SCHNIEDERS, owner and CEO of Outbound Physical Therapy and Rehab

T

hey say “practice makes perfect,” and that couldn’t be more true for parenting.

Children give us plenty of opportunities to hone our skills for multitasking, problem solving, and crisis management. Over the past 13 years, it seems I have developed a knack for taming the beast we all face — laundry. With three boys, one of whom seems particularly clumsy or oblivious to his surroundings (it could be a little of both), I’ve had plenty of practice perfecting my stain-fighting prowess.

It only took a couple of posts of my son’s shirts to Facebook for the questions to start rolling in about my strategy, process, and recipe. My son also learned quickly that if Mom was taking a picture of him wearing a dirty shirt, it was probably going to end up on social media and become a topic of conversation. So, for all you parents out there who struggle with clothes covered in grass, chocolate, grease, ketchup, red sauces, markers, and even blood, this recipe is for you. And yes, it even works on red wine . . . just not permanent marker or ink pen.

You’ll need the following supplies: a small dish or bowl, a toothbrush, dish soap, liquid OxiClean spray, OxiClean powder, and a sense of humor.

Since I go through a considerable amount of dish soap, more for laundry than for dish-washing, I

buy the large bottle from Sam’s Club, but any brand will do. Put some in the microwave to heat it up. It doesn’t need to boil, but this part is particularly helpful for those grease spots that are even visible on dark clothing. If a stain is really large, I’ll pour the hot soap right onto the stain, but otherwise I dip the toothbrush into the soap and scrub it into the stain. Next, spray the areas with the liquid OxiClean, and then rub the fabric together to spread it around and into the stain. My preference is to let the soap and OxiClean soak in overnight. Every load of laundry in my house gets a scoop of powdered OxiClean as well — you just never know what stains are hiding in the hamper that no one told you about! I’m a big fan of bleach and hot water for loads of white clothes, but I use warm water for loads with these stains.

That’s it! I’ve had pretty good luck using this method on stains that made it all the way through the dryer before I caught them. If an item of clothing is pretty covered, I might soak it in hot water with half a scoop of OxiClean for at least a couple hours and then tackle what’s left with the toothbrush process. Sometimes the process must be repeated, and just like other aspects of parenting, sometimes my solution doesn’t work at all. But that’s OK. There will always be more laundry and another shirt to challenge my skills.

You’ll need...

• a small dish or bowl

• liquid OxiClean spray

• a toothbrush

• OxiClean powder

• dish soap

• and a sense of humor

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Ones to Watch

Ones to Watch is near and dear to our hearts. Every year, it is a joy to meet and get to know up-and-coming community leaders in business and philanthropy.

Watching these leaders and this event grow has been a highlight of my time as editor.

City Magazine hopes you enjoy getting to know our seven recipients as much as we have. From real estate to the National Guard to parks and recreation, our 2019 class is varied, creative, and fully dedicated to Jefferson City.

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Cultural arts specialist for Jefferson City Parks, Recreation and Forestry || Executive director of Capital Arts || 2006 graduate of Widefield High School in Colorado Springs, Colorado || Associate of Arts from Pikes Peak Community College My hubby is my rock and sanity, my grandma is my best friend, and my grandpa is my strength.

In Colorado, my mother would be proud to know that even though I grew up saying I didn’t want to be anything like my parents, I am just like her, and it’s the best thing that could have happened to me. I love animals, and my pets are my babies. Family is everything.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Jefferson City, Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Capital Arts Cultural Arts Commission Jefferson City Art Club CPI Board Porchfest Committee 58 | January/February 2019

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST LESSON YOU’VE LEARNED IN BUSINESS?

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Patience and persistence. Success takes time to develop, which means you will go through trials and errors along the way, which you need patience and persistence to overcome. I have worked with so many different personalities, cultures, and beliefs that I’ve learned that to be successful, you need to be respectful, openminded, and patient while you learn how to work together.

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WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT? The word that always comes to mind when I think of community involvement is “togetherness.” I have met some of the best people by volunteering because it’s a great way to get to know the people in your community. Community events and projects connect people to other individuals who share the same passions as them, and they’re

community and all the hard work that went

WHO DO YOU CONSIDER A MENTOR OR ROLE MODEL IN JEFFERSON CITY AND WHY? Holly Stitt, owner of Avenue HQ, has been a mentor, role model, and friend who has supported me since my start here in Jefferson City. She is so dedicated to this city, her family, and her friends. Her passion is to bring all forms of art to as many people as possible because everybody needs art in their lives. Her fun, positive energy and attitude is infectious.

MOST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW THAT I: Am a huge nerd who loves to play games and attend Comicon conventions. Cosplay is a cool art form that allows for self-expression or a break from reality for a while.

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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: United Way of Central Missouri Power of the Purse, Committee member Lewis & Clark Middle School Career Day, teaching volunteer Trinity Lutheran, Lunch Monitor National Association of Realtors Missouri Association of Realtors Jefferson City Board of Realtors, board of directors JCBOR MLS Committee Chair Person Rotary International (Past)

our 30th president, said: “Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent.” My grandfather gave me a framed copy of this quote when I was a little girl.

WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT? Giving to one’s community makes one feel right about oneself and the world. It is about human connection, love, and compassion. Jefferson Citians have given so much to me, and I want to give back to this community.

WHO DO YOU CONSIDER A MENTOR OR ROLE MODEL IN JEFFERSON CITY, AND WHY? Margaret Rehma Boulch has been

a powerful mentor. Margaret taught me the importance of high touch, low tech — the art of staying personally in touch with people. She also showed me the importance of being involved in one’s community. I will forever be grateful to her for these timeless lessons.

WHAT UPCOMING PROJECT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO WORKING ON? Buying or selling one’s home is usually a huge life event, and one that can trigger significant stress. My team and I are creating a series of educational videos that help our clients and nonclients understand each phase of the buying or selling process. We cover such topics as home inspections, loan applications, mortgage terms, closing processes, etc. This effort is ongoing, and we will continue to add to this volume of information.

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Team leader and Realtor, Ashley Pederson Re/Max || Bachelor of Science from University of Missouri-St. Louis || Husband of nine years, David Pederson; son, Andy, 6; and daughter, Ally Bess, 4

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that no one wants to do lays the foundation for getting the job you want. When I started at Modern Litho and Brown Printing, I took the approach to never say no to a project or ask for help. I felt it was my responsibility to “pay my dues.” That’s how you get ingrained in a company’s culture and how you become vested in its success. Now that I’m in sales, I found that taking a similar approach with customers is what makes the difference. People want to work with people who are interested in being

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WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT? Not being from here, community involvement was a

outside of work. More importantly, I met several people who I now call my closest friends. Before I knew it, I had bought into Jefferson City. This community involvement journey, more than anything, turned this temporary stop into my home.

WHAT UPCOMING PROJECT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO WORKING ON? I have worked on several events and projects in the past. The one that seems to leave a lasting impression on me, a “handprint on my heart” so to speak, is the Boys and Girls Club. I love working on Cork, Fork and Brews specifically, but really I like doing any project for the club. I will never forget the look on the kids’ faces when they walked into the new building. If I can contribute to their opportunity for success, that is a great day.

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WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT? Community involvement is so important because it’s working with other people to make the place you live special for you and your family. It’s taking ownership to make things better for others.

surround yourself with positive people who make these girls, I get a little better.

WHAT UPCOMING PROJECT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO WORKING ON? Campus Coworking Space! I cannot wait to work in a space that is full of creative and innovative people who I can learn from every day. I am excited to be in a work environment that creates a community.

WHO DO YOU CONSIDER A MENTOR OR ROLE MODEL IN JEFFERSON CITY, AND WHY? My Missys! Both Missy Dunn

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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Adult Basic Literacy Education (ABLE) Rotary West, board member Rotaract Past Public Relations chair Environmental Quality Commission, board member Missouri State History Day, volunteer judge P.E.O. National Association of Bar Executives, Communications Division Public Relations Society of Mid-Missouri JeffCityBlog.com, contributor 62 | January/February 2019

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST LESSON YOU’VE LEARNED IN BUSINESS? Everyone’s voice has value. I love brainstorming sessions and hearing feedback. Exposure to a diverse range of ideas strengthens teams, so it’s important to listen to everyone, from the most senior staff member to the new hire. Taking time to understand the various work habits of colleagues is key to growth and staying focused on the big picture.

WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT? There’s no better way to get to know your city than being involved and sharing your talents.

Joining organizations allows you to meet new people, expand your passions, and impact change.

WHO DO YOU CONSIDER A MENTOR OR ROLE MODEL IN JEFFERSON CITY? I’m inspired by women who have worked toward their own personal definition of success, even

when others challenge it. These women are creating business, leading organizations, and impacting the lives of others all over Jefferson City. Their innovations and actions remind me that thinking differently does not equal thinking incorrectly, and that life is too short to chase someone else’s goals.

WHAT UPCOMING PROJECT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO WORKING ON? Knowledge is power, and one of the best aspects of my job is communicating with the public about the role of our courts and judicial system.

The Missouri Bar offers a wealth of resources for citizens, and I’m excited to continue advocating for equal access to justice and sharing how our state’s lawyers help their communities. Some of our upcoming celebrations include Juror Appreciation Week and Law Day. (Follow along via @mobarnews and #YourMOLaw!)

MOST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW THAT I: Know how to ride a motorcycle.

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businessperson’s greatest asset. Building relationships and trust within a team allows for maximum success in whatever business you’re in. The opportunity to lead is a privilege that you should never take lightly. Be loyal to those that you lead and they will return that loyalty with success.

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In every community, I feel that there is need for improvement, and that improvement is driven from community boards. We are so lucky to live in a community as great as Jefferson City, and we should all work to continuously improve it.

WHO DO YOU CONSIDER A MENTOR OR ROLE MODEL IN JEFFERSON CITY, AND WHY? I consider Lucia Kincheloe a role model in Jefferson City.

WHAT UPCOMING PROJECT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO WORKING ON (AT WORK OR IN VOLUNTEERING)? One upcoming project I’m looking forward to working on is the partnership that has been secured between the Capitol City Cinema and KMOS-TV, the local PBS affiliate. The partnership includes multiple pre-air, multi-topic screenings at the cinema that fulfills the cinema’s mission of “education through film.”

WHAT IS SOMETHING IN WORK, PHILANTHROPY, OR LIFE THAT YOU’RE PASSIONATE ABOUT? I am very passionate about serving as the chairman for the Human Relations Commission. I strongly believe in equal rights for all citizens in our community.

I believe that we all have more in common than we know. We must learn to embrace all people, love all people, and realize that we are a community regardless of whether we agree on every issue.

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WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT? “Be the change you wish to see in the world,” an adage often attributed to Gandhi, really hits home with me here. The only way to make a difference is by getting involved, which has been one of the best decisions I’ve made in the last couple years. I have learned that without amazing community leaders devoting their time, energy, and passion back into the community, we would not be where we are today or where we’re going in the future.

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WHAT UPCOMING PROJECT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO WORKING ON? I would say being the chair of Young Professionals in 2019. That’s very broad, but there are so many amazing things the organization is doing in the community.

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Shauna Blanche MO S T I MPAC T FUL S TAF F MEMB E R Boys and Girls Club of Jefferson City

SHAUNA BLANCHE KNOWS hard times. Growing up in the projects of Chicago, she saw more hardship as a young child than most people see in a lifetime, including gang violence, shootings, drugs, and the loss of her mother at the age of 12. While the hurt and tragedy could have been the end of her story, Blanche turned her journey into one of hope, healing, and helping others.

Blanche now serves as the director of program operations for the Boys and Girls Club of Jefferson City, where she spends most days ensuring 34 staff have the resources they need, including quality programs, to help at-risk kids succeed in this community.

She knows the agency inside and out and started by working with the kids back in 2005 when she was a new student at Lincoln University. It was a solid start to her new life in Jefferson City.

“When I started at the club, something just clicked for me,” says Blanche. “I realized how much I loved this work and these kids.”

Blanche knows firsthand how important respect can be for kids, especially for those struggling with tough issues at home and school. A big part of her job is mentoring staff on how to see different perspectives and how to manage a classroom for optimal learning. It starts with the small things, including the positivity in their words when talking with kids.

“All these kids are not the same. It’s important to get to know them and respect each of them as human beings because their words and thoughts matter. They have so much to say,” notes Blanche.

This unwavering dedication to helping kids succeed is her core work, although her role has greatly expanded over the years.

While she does have more duties behind a desk these days, she still spends a lot of time in the classroom interacting with the kids and staff. It’s where her heart is. It’s also where she continues to make the most impact, which is noticed by all around her.

“The entire program now falls under the leadership of Shauna, who, despite every obstacle, made her way out of violence to become one of the top leaders at the club,” says Executive Director Stephanie Johnson. “Her great leadership shows through the impact she has made on thousands and thousands of kids who have walked through these doors the past 13 years.”

Seeing the lives of the kids and families she’s touched keeps Blanche motivated.

“The biggest highlight of my job is the opportunity to hire people who were in my club group when they were kids. Now, they’re ready to serve,” says Blanche. “That’s been the most rewarding experience of all.”

Tisha Spencer MOST IMPAC TF UL B OARD MEMBER

Central Missouri Foster Care & Adoption Association

FOR MOST OF US, a fender bender is a minor hassle in our day. However, for Tisha Spencer, owner of Firehouse Design, it was a life-changing experience when she backed into the car of a young lady with four kids inside. A few weeks later, this same lady walked into her Sunday school class at church. These two chance meetings with DeAnna Alonso would change Spencer’s life, and the life of foster families in this community, for the better.

Alonso, who was fostering her nieces and nephews at the time, was just starting a support group for foster parents in Jefferson City when she connected with Spencer, who had the idea to turn one of the rental properties Memorial Baptist Church owned into an office for the recently formed Central Missouri Foster Care & Adoption Association.

It was a big idea that took a little convincing.

“We rallied the church to be able to use one of these rental houses for a bigger purpose. I kept thinking if we could just give them a little footing, we could help them grow,” says Spencer. “But then when you have an idea, it’s also your job to get it done.”

Spencer, along with her husband, Scott, and several volunteers, poured their time and physical labor into making the “little red brick house” a great start for CMFCAA. In 2009, Alonso moved into her new office and shortly after formed a board for CMFCAA. Spencer has served on the board for nine years now, a time that has included walking hand-in-hand through the organization’s tremendous growth from obtaining nonprofit status to renovating a second building to hiring 11 full-time staffers. Despite the growth, it continues to be a family affair.

“This has always been a family mission for us, including my husband and two girls,” says Spencer. “That’s true of all the staff. Our kids are serving alongside us and learning how important it is to help others, especially foster kids.”

When asked why she serves and her impact as a board member all these years, Spencer points to a higher power at work.

“I’m biblically called as a Christian to serve widows and orphans, and I’ve always had a heart for kids,” says Spencer. “I grew up with an amazing home life, including two parents to guide me along the way. When I think about kids who have lived through terrible situations and the possibility of never having a forever family . . . how could I not help?”

The chance meeting with Alonso 10 years ago would change both of their lives. Both their growing friendship and Alonso’s transformative story touched Spencer’s heart forever.

“DeAnna’s personal story of abuse and entering into foster care and years of struggling impacted me so much,” says Spencer. “It made me want to help her help kids in the same situation. She’s meant so much to me. Her story is the real success story here.”

Heather Gieck MO S T I MPAC TFUL EXE C U T I V E D I RE C TOR The Healing House and New Beginnings

MUSICIAN JENS LEKMAN SAID, “Sometimes you have to burn yourself to the ground before you can rise like a phoenix from the ashes.”

Heather Gieck, executive director of The Healing House and New Beginnings, knows what it’s like to rise from the ashes. Gieck, who grew up in Jefferson City and started using drugs and alcohol at a young age, lived a tough life of ongoing substance abuse and bad choices, and she eventually served a three-year prison term. After she left prison, Gieck spent the next few years in a recovery ministry in Branson serving as a house manager and mentoring other women. It was around this time she began dreaming a new dream — to come back to Jefferson City to repair her broken relationships and begin a recovery ministry in her hometown.

In May 2015, Gieck opened the doors to The Healing House and New Beginnings, a Christ-centered recovery ministry designed to help women and men recover from a hopeless state of mind and body, grow in faith in Christ, and have responsibility to this community. It is a one-year program serving eight resident women in the women’s house and eight resident men in the men’s house.

Residents work on rebuilding structure, time management, relationship reconciliation, work ethic, and spiritual growth in their lives. Gieck also lives in the women’s house year-round.

“Our environment can make or break us. When people have lived a life of chaos, we have to learn how to live a constructive life and build a sense of safety,” says Gieck. “An environment like the Healing House is crucial to develop that safety.”

One resident recently reconciled with several of her children, including those she was on the cusp of losing parental rights to before starting the program. It was a success story Gieck wants to spread to more people, including those she serves in her prison ministry, where she holds a church service and shares her story.

“I was what the world called a junkie. If God can change my life, he can change anyone’s life,” says Gieck.

This message of hope has also resonated with the community. Since the Healing House is not federally or state funded, the program runs entirely on program fees from the residents and generous donations from the community.

“My heart wanted me to be a giver to this community because I had been a taker my whole life. My life revolves around this ministry,” she says. “I want to thank my kids, who went without me their whole lives, and my family for allowing me to do what God has called me to do. It would be difficult without their love and support.”

Kathy Crow M OS T I MPAC T F U L VO LU N T E E R

KATHY CROW SEEMS TO know everyone in this community, which is no surprise since she’s lived, worked, and served in Jefferson City all her life. But when you ask her to highlight how she’s personally made an impact with her numerous volunteer activities over the years, she says nothing about herself and points only to the great works of others.

Crow, who retired from Central Bank last October after 45 years of service, learned from her father at a very early age the importance of giving back to the community. Her father, Nick Raithel, owned Nick’s Homestead in Jefferson City. Even as a busy restaurant owner and a devoted father to 12 kids, he still made volunteering a priority in his life, including at church and through the Knights of Columbus.

Crow has continued that family legacy over the years. She’s served in leadership roles for the Downtown Jefferson City Association, including being part of starting Thursday Night Live and getting new sidewalks downtown. She’s also served as a board member of Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson City and gave greatly of her time to help with fundraising events like Men of the Club.

Crow spent many years also serving as the Salute to America chair.

While the volunteer list keeps growing, Crow is quick to share the blessings and the credit.

“Volunteering is so gratifying — I get more out of it than I give, including being part of something you can see good come out of,” says Crow. “The bank always gave me time to volunteer, which is so important. Businesses need to realize the impact of allowing employees to do that.”

Crow’s impact stretches across many community organizations, but her time and fundraising are always focused around one common theme — keeping it local. She notes the importance of keeping those dollars here in our community to make a greater impact right where we live. It’s the love of this community that fuels her.

“We all have a stake in making this community successful. We can’t just put it on a few people. It’s so important that people step up, because your kids and even grandkids will benefit someday,” Crow says.

While she could be putting her feet up after retiring, Crow is instead doing what she does best: serving others. She’s starting a new role in January with the Boys & Girls Club to help them maximize the potential of their volunteers. She’s excited about these next steps in her journey to provide greater help to kids in our community. Crow is definitely a gift that keeps on giving (even if she’ll never take any of the credit).

Scholastic Corporation

M O S T I M PAC TF U L PHIL AN TH RO PI C C O MPA N Y SCHOLASTIC CORPORATION, between its 14 international offices, is the largest publisher and distributer of children’s books in the world, and the Jefferson City distribution facility makes that all possible by fulfilling 20 million orders and shipping 160 million books each year. While Scholastic has an international reach, they also continue to give generously at the local level to Jefferson City and surrounding communities.

Scholastic is one of the top-giving companies to the United Way of Central Missouri annually. Scholastic employees embody what it means to give, including stepping up to energize United Way rallies and events to bolster donations. At one of the rallies, an employee shared how their life had positively been changed as a child with new eyeglasses made possible through a United Way agency. This employee wanted to pay it forward with their ongoing donations. You could feel the impact in the room.

“Our employees and the people we serve are relational to the needs,” says Heath Garvin, senior vice president of supply chain distribution and customer service at Scholastic. “This workforce is entirely focused on children, which is why we focus on the United Way and the services they provide kids in this community.”

While annual employee fundraising has the potential to get stagnant, Lori Massman, Scholastic’s community development manager, brings the inspiration and fun to the campaign giving for employees. She also works hard to bring the United Way agencies in to talk to employees at the rallies, so they can

hear directly from agencies on the impact of their giving. Massman also served as the United Way community campaign co-chair for two years, providing a unique glimpse into how this community is helped through generous giving.

“The interaction with the community, including visiting hundreds of businesses, was a great experience, and we heard so many stories. It definitely reaffirmed why I do what I do,” says Massman.

In addition to United Way fundraising, Scholastic provides their employees with a paid volunteer program for donating their services.

The company is also a Partner in Education with several local schools, including Southwest Early Childhood Center, Lawson Elementary, Belair Elementary, Parents as Teachers, St. Martin’s, Lighthouse Preparatory Academy, and Special Learning Center. Scholastic also donates thousands of books each year to local schools and organizations.

“Helping the community as a whole is part of our mission,” says Tammy Chute, Scholastic’s vice president of human resources. “Our customers are worldwide, so increasing our profit margin has nothing to do with our community giving. It’s all in the spirit of giving.”

For the past few years, Scholastic has been among the top three workplace contributors for the United Way, and this year they’ll place second in the United Way community campaign — but they’re keeping their eye on the No. 1 spot in 2019. With such generous employees, they believe they’ll reach their goal.

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JOB DESCRIPTION: I oversee statewide operations serving more than 15,000 athletes while conducting more than 320 events annually and managing 40 staff members in six offices.

EDUCATION: MBA in organizational behavior and a bachelor’s in management from Wichita State University.

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND: I have 46 years of involvement with Special Olympics in Kansas, Minnesota, and Missouri. I’m the former Special Olympics Minnesota president, and I was the games operations director of the 1991 International Special Olympics Summer Games. I have been in my current position since 1991.

TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF: I was a proud basketball official for 31 years and more than 3,000 games — now retired! I do what I say

I’m going to do. I show up on time. I never play favorites. I take care of my friends and family. I say what I think, and I stand up for our National Anthem with my hand on my heart, always!

WHY I’M PASSIONATE ABOUT WHAT I DO: Since the first Special Olympics event I attended in 1972 as a freshman in high school, I knew my involvement could help change lives for the rest of my life.

WHAT PEOPLE SHOULD KNOW ABOUT WHAT I DO: All of us at SOMO facilitate the interaction between our athletes, volunteers, families, and fans. In the process, we are all blessed to spend time with our athletes as they teach us how to live life to the fullest.

WHY I’M PASSIONATE ABOUT MY COMMUNITY: Jefferson City is an incredible sports community that fully engages in support

and commitment to sports events. SOMO couldn’t be in a better sports city in Missouri.

TELL US ABOUT THE NEW TRAINING FOR LIFE CAMPUS: The TLC is the finest Special Olympics training and wellness campus in the world. There are programs in more than 170 countries, and our campus is the only one of its kind.

WHAT’S NEXT? The TLC “back nine” will house a softball field, two tennis courts, four bocce courts, two horseshoe pits, shotput, and the law enforcement torch run pavilion.

Once we raise the $2 million needed, we will complete the back nine.

IF I WEREN’T DOING THIS FOR A LIVING, I WOULD: I have been blessed to have the greatest career I could ever imagine. There is nothing I would rather have done.

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PERSON YOU SHOULD KNOW WHAT I DO FOR FUN: I am an avid Parrot Head, so I get to many Jimmy Buffett concerts.

I have many other hobbies but don’t find time to enjoy them at this point, as my four grandchildren are my top priority and will be for the rest of my time.

FAMILY: Two children, Andria and Michael, and their spouses, Greg and Haylee. There are four grandchildren between them, Ramsie, Loxlie, Camden, and Kelvie, and one significant other, Brenda.

FAVORITE PLACE IN JEFFERSON CITY: Trick question — the Training for Life Campus!

ACCOMPLISHMENT I’M MOST PROUD OF: In 1991, I told the search committee I would stay in the job for at least three years, and I just celebrated my 27th work anniversary.

MOST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW THAT I: I was our college mascot, WuShock, while in graduate school at Wichita State.

LAST BOOK YOU READ: “Eunice,” the story of our founder, Eunice Kennedy Shriver.

FAVORITE APP: It’s a tie between Trip Advisor and Waze.

FAVORITE COMFORT FOOD: Ribs that I spent the day smoking.

FAVORITE MUSICAL ARTIST OF THE MOMENT: Jimmy Buffett.

Ralph Biele, former SOMO board member and founder of Missouri Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics, and Mark Musso

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SOURCE OF INSPIRATION: The tens of thousands of Special Olympics Athletes I have worked for in Kansas, Minnesota, and Missouri.

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CITY CHARACTER

going STRONG For 50 years, Lincoln University’s nursing school has produced outstanding nurses in our community.

by M A L LORY MC GOW IN | photos provided by LINC OLN UNIVE RSITY

I

n the fall of 1969, Lincoln University’s

first-ever nursing students were welcomed to the school

by Helen L. Monroe.

Monroe, Lincoln’s first director of nursing education, was recruited from Florida to work with Jefferson City area hospital officials to create a nursing program on the Lincoln University campus.

Fifty years later, it is Dr. Ann McSwain, School of Nursing dean, who continues to welcome 30 new students into Lincoln’s nursing program each and every semester.

“Sometimes I feel like this is the best kept secret on campus — and maybe in our whole community,” says McSwain. “Lincoln University’s nursing students have great pass rates on their board exams. They do just as well as the graduates from other schools, schools that may have turned away some of the students that we embrace at Lincoln, so I’m really proud. The work that the faculty do to mold and make these nurses is just amazing. They put their heart and soul into this. It makes me really proud to be a part of it all.”

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McSwain herself graduated from the Lincoln University School of Nursing in 1989. After serving as assistant and associate professor for a decade while wrapping up her 24-year career at St. Mary’s Hospital, McSwain took over as department head in 2014 and currently serves as the dean. The nursing program saw another change that year — switching from a two-year associate’s degree program to a four-year bachelor’s program.

“We are all committed to better patient care,” says McSwain. “We want to make sure students graduate and go into our community as nurses and that we’re OK with them taking care of us, so we take our jobs pretty seriously. We know the day is going to come when we’re going to need nurses ourselves, and we want to make sure our community is taken care of.”

Lincoln School of Nursing graduate Crystal Morris, now an assistant professor in the program, echoes McSwain’s passion for further establishing the program’s success. “I’m able to give my expertise and knowledge back that I learned from my instructors,” says Morris. “They

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2018 Lincoln University Nursing Program graduating class

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CITY CHARACTER made me a great nurse, and now I want my students to be exceptional nurses as well.”

As was the case 50 years ago, when local hospital officials partnered with Lincoln’s leaders to create the school of nursing, the program continues to be a community effort. At least 90 percent of graduates remain in the Jefferson City area as care providers.

“We grow our own. We support our community, and our community supports us and our program,” says McSwain. “That’s just Jefferson City.

We take care of each other. They helped create us. We work together in this partnership, and we provide them with the dedicated, capable staff they need.”

To mark this milestone anniversary, nursing students past and present will be honored at Lincoln University’s Nurse’s Gala on Saturday, November 2, 2019. Patients and community partners will also be part of this important celebration at The Linc. “I don’t want to downplay this,”

Helen Monroe

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CITY CHARACTER McSwain says. “This isn’t just a celebration for Lincoln University. This is a

“She was able to open up an avenue for others who shared her same

celebration for our whole community because that’s how this program came

passions to be able to pursue their dreams. Our grandmother believed we

to be — through the community and partnerships that support the program.”

should all embrace our God-given talents. I think she really pushed her

The Nurse’s Gala will also raise money to support current and future Lincoln University nursing students, many of whom have to work to

students to do just that.”

As a leader, McSwain says she draws a lot of strength and inspiration

support themselves or their families while paying for tuition. “Without

from Helen Monroe, knowing the obstacles Monroe faced creating this

Lincoln University, our students would be traveling elsewhere for school

program in the late 1960s. Henry and her family couldn’t agree more about

and not everyone would get into those programs. I hope this event

their grandmother’s legacy.

helps our students understand how important this program is and how fortunate we are to have a nursing school like this here in our community.”

Also at the Nurse’s Gala will be program founder Helen Monroe’s

“Being a woman, and a woman of color, during that time was a challenge itself. But she didn’t let that get in the way of accomplishing her goal,” says Henry. “People on and off campus didn’t think the nursing program would

family, including her granddaughter, Jefferson City resident Jackie Henry.

develop, let alone still be operating 50 years later. That determination,

“My brothers, Tyrone and Michael, and I are so excited and grateful to

resiliency, and passion is what stands the test of time and keeps programs

celebrate this amazing legacy that our grandmother began,” says Henry.

50 years strong.”

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS

A Look at Alzheimer’s

With the disease on the rise, we delve into what Alzheimer’s looks like and what can be done.

by J ENNI F ER T RUE S DA L E | photos by K E I T H BORG MEYE R

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lzheimer’s disease is a progressive, irreversible deterioration of the brain that leads to severe dementia.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.7 million Americans have the disease, a number that is expected to climb to 14 million by 2050, making Alzheimer’s and other dementias the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. The disease is found predominantly in those over 65, though hundreds of thousands develop it sooner. It’s also more prevalent among women, Hispanics, and African Americans.

Why is Alzheimer’s on the rise, and what can be done about it?

The Causes The impact felt by the rise of Alzheimer’s is exacerbated by the fact that so little is known about what causes it and, therefore, how to prevent or treat it.

“There has been no definitive cause of Alzheimer’s identified, and it may be that there are different paths to develop the disease for different people and ethnicities,” says Dr. Chandra Prasad, a former general and vascular surgeon who now owns the Genesis Laser and Vein Center and MedSpa in Jefferson City. His interest in Alzheimer’s has spanned his whole career because the disease affects all aspects of patient care. His mother-in-law also died from the disease.

Age is the leading risk factor for the disease, and the surge in diagnosed cases is directly related to the aging of the population.

Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia

5.7 million people have Alzheimer’s in 2018

5.5 million patients are

over 65 Approximately 200,000 are

under 65

14 million people will have Alzheimer’s by

2050

Two-thirds are women

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are found mostly in those over 65, though hundreds of thousands develop it sooner.

It develops as the result of the build-up of proteins in the brain called plaques and tangles, but there is no explanation for why this build-up occurs.

“Plaques are abnormal build-ups of a protein called beta amyloid between brain cells,” Prasad explains. “Tangles are abnormal connections between the brain cells. Both are found in Alzheimer’s disease and are part of why the brain function declines.”

Tangles and plaques appear in the brain before symptoms are present, and while Alzheimer’s affects each patient differently, some key symptoms include significant memory loss, confusion with time and place, difficulty performing familiar tasks, changes in mood or personality, vision changes, and decreased judgment.

“A lot of the tell-tale signs of Alzheimer’s disease are significant changes in memory and thinking that are affecting someone’s day-today life,” Sarah Lovegreen, vice president of programs for the Greater Missouri Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, explains.

“It’s not, ‘I forgot where my car keys are,’ but instead all of the sudden having trouble paying bills or cooking a favorite recipe.”

Lovegreen says that individuals who develop Alzheimer’s before the age of 65 exhibit these symptoms quicker and have a shorter life expectancy compared to older patients, who may live with the disease’s steady progression over 10 to 20 years.

Someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s every

65

seconds.

While research for existing Alzheimer’s disease in patients largely focuses on which pharmaceuticals are effective, a lot of research is also focused on preventing it to begin with.

The Alzheimer’s Association provides care and resources for patients and caregivers and promotes health education, but it’s also the largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research globally.

Research Trends “The areas where we have our greatest growth opportunities in research are around what preventative things we can do from a lifestyle perspective,” Lovegreen says. “Research results that came out this past summer showed that if we can progressively control blood pressure, we actually can reduce the risk of mild cognitive impairment — which for many people will lead to Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia — by almost 20 percent. That’s a big number.”

Prasad agrees that prevention research is yielding exciting results.

“There is a growing body of evidence, some of it controversial, that if women maintain hormonal normality at menopause, they will be less prone to developing Alzheimer’s disease,” Prasad says. “This must be [accomplished] by the utilization of bioidentical hormones, not pharmaceuticals.

Bioidentical hormones are best delivered via implantable hormone pellets and compounded creams. However, if these are started after age 65, they may actually be harmful in selected cases.”

16.1 million Americans provide unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias.

1 in 3 seniors

dies with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. It kills more than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined.

This comes to an estimated 18.4 billion hours of care valued at more than

$232 billion

HEALTH AND WELLNESS In the absence of a surefire preventative measure for Alzheimer’s disease, Lovegreen and Prasad agree that it doesn’t hurt to lead an overall healthy lifestyle.

“In my opinion, we should all focus on staying healthy and minimizing the chance of developing this disease by regular exercise, clean dietary habits, maintaining hormonal balance, sleeping six to eight hours per night, and minimizing alcohol intake,” Prasad says. “These have been shown to definitively reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s as well as other debilitating diseases such as heart disease, cancers, and diabetes, to mention a few.”

Lovegreen adds that smoking, a major risk factor for heart disease, is a good habit to kick.

“What’s good for the heart is also good for the brain,” she says. “We’re finding that more likely to be true. Take the time to take care of yourself.”

Steps Following Symptoms Individuals on Medicare receive yearly wellness exams that include screening for Alzheimer’s and other dementias, but those under 65 may not receive that screening at an annual physical. That’s why Lovegreen says speaking up at the first sign of cognitive changes is important, especially with some patients waiting as long as nine months to be seen by a neurologist or other specialist.

“When you see some of those changes that don’t make sense, bring them up to your doctor and ask them to look into it,” Lovegreen urges. “Bring a spouse, family

member, or friend to the appointment. If you’re having cognitive impairments, you may not have the whole story. Have them talk about any changes they’ve seen.”

The Alzheimer’s Association offers many ways for people to get involved in the cause.

In addition to donations, participating in events like the Walk to End Alzheimer’s and the Longest Day, an event featuring multiple healthy activities that occurs annually on the summer solstice, raises funds for research, outreach, and education.

In the absence of a sure-fire preventative measure for Alzheimer’s disease, Lovegreen and Prasad agree that it doesn’t hurt to lead an overall healthy lifestyle.

The Alzheimer’s Association also has an information line that connects callers with dementia specialists 24 hours a day. Specialists are able to answer questions on topics ranging from understanding test results to what to do if a loved one shows signs of the disease.

Alzheimer’s Association’s 24/7 Helpline: 800272-3900

The Professional Dementia Caregiver “Taking care of my residents has a lot to do with just being there for emotional support, as well as keeping them safe and comfortable,” says Chelci Rogers, nursing supervisor in the memory care unit of Heisinger Bluffs in Jefferson City, which has 20 beds for dementia residents.

Chelci, 30, started at Heisinger Bluffs in 2008 in housekeeping. Her dream was to be an architect, but working with the residents inspired her to go to nursing school instead, and she’s never looked back.

Chelci and her staff have specific training to care for Alzheimer’s patients, most of whom are in the middle stages of the disease and can manage day-to-day life with a little prompting from staff. There are at least two staff members on duty at all times to provide help and support.

“Overall, for a dementia patient with their irregular sleep cycles and their difficulty adjusting, it’s just good to have somebody who is trained in dementia specifically to be there for them,” Chelci explains. “And they’re safe. Safety is a huge thing.”

The memory care unit is locked, so residents cannot leave on their own and potentially become lost, the risk of which is a major reason why families consider placing loved ones in memory care facilities.

Chelci says that every single family who considers placing their loved one with dementia at Heisinger Bluffs feels guilty and as though they have failed as caregivers, which she says is natural.

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Q&A with Rhonda Uhlenbrock HOW IS THE DISEASE CHANGING IN PREVALENCE? The number of people with a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia is expanding at an alarming rate. There are currently 5.7 million in the United States, according to the Alzheimer’s Association, and 110,000 in Missouri alone.

WHAT ARE THE CONTRIBUTING FACTORS? One is that people are living longer. The number one risk factor for Alzheimer’s Disease is age. Two, we now have enhanced diagnostics and awareness. In the 1980s, people were only diagnosed at autopsy. Today, due to enhanced assessments both technically and cognitively, diagnoses are more readily given.

HOW DO DIAGNOSES IN AMERICA COMPARE TO OTHER COUNTRIES? According to Alzheimer’s Disease International, there are 44 million people with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. The largest percentage per capita is Western Europe. North America is right behind. The least prevalent is sub-Saharan Africa.

WHAT SHOULD PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT ALZHEIMER’S THAT YOU THINK THEY MAY NOT? There are some very painful diseases for individuals, such as cancer, congestive heart disease, etc. But with Alzheimer’s disease, to watch your loved one lose their abilities and their personality is tough. And it is not a quick process. Families do not give themselves enough credit for their efforts.

WHAT ARE THE BEST WAYS TO PREPARE FOR BECOMING A CAREGIVER? Ask questions and join an Alzheimer’s support group. There is so much good information on the disease process.

WHAT ARE SOME RESOURCES FOR CAREGIVERS OR PEOPLE LIVING WITH ALZHEIMER’S? For caregivers, there is a support group on the second Thursday of every month from noon to 1:00 p.m. at Capital Region Southwest Campus in the Oakview Conference Room. For those with memory impairment, I recommend adult day programs. These give people with cognitive challenges the opportunity to be with others like themselves, and it offers the caregivers a break two or three times a week.

Rhonda Uhlenbrock began her career in long term care in 1988 as a social worker. She is currently providing education and training as the memory care director for StoneBridge Senior Living. Her love of working with those affected by Alzheimer’s disease has led her to facilitate Alzheimer’s support groups for the Alzheimer’s Association and act as one of their community educators. Contact Rhonda at 636-477-3280 or Rhonda. uhlenbrock@sbseniorliving.com to schedule a free community presentation or learn more about the disease process and resources.

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“I let them know that this is the safest thing for them,” Chelci says. “The staff here loves the residents just as they would love their own family member. We are taking care of them as much as we possibly can, and honestly, we’re probably doing it better than they can because we get a break. If it had to be a 24-hour-a-day thing for one person, we probably couldn’t do it either. The statistics of caregivers who end up sick and unable to take care of their loved ones are huge.”

Chelci tells caregivers that the earlier they get their loved one with dementia into a care facility, the easier the adjustment period is for patient and family alike.

“As a caregiver, you can really just relax and see them happy in what is their home now. My residents love to host their family members.

They’re proud to have their own space again and a sense of independence.”

For Chelci, fulfillment comes from seeing her residents safe and comfortable and their families at ease. And it’s comforting to know there are caregivers like her out there.

“I love what I’m doing,” she says. “I wouldn’t change it. This is where I belong.”

Living with Early-Onset Alzheimer’s “I knew something was wrong,” Debbie Grosvenor remembers back to 2016 when she started to notice behavioral changes in her husband, Gregg. He was losing things, repeating himself, had tremors, and had become dangerous driving. “I thought it was a mild stroke,” Debbie says.

Debbie contacted Gregg’s physician and asked for a referral to a neurologist. After seeing several doctors and enduring many exhausting tests, Gregg was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 57. The specialist suspected it probably started to take hold when he was 54 or 55.

“It’s lousy,” Gregg says. “It’s a disease you try to hide a little bit. You know something is wrong, but you can’t put your finger on it.”

Now 59, Gregg is soft-spoken with blue eyes and a gentle smile. He and Debbie were married in Tipton by Gregg’s grandfather in 1985. They’ve raised two children, Dave and Amanda, who live nearby with their spouses, and have four grandchildren.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS Gregg spent his life on the road as a sales representative for General Mills. No longer being able to drive has dealt a shattering blow to his independence. The dementia has progressed to middle-stage, which means he becomes confused by seemingly easy things, like working on his computer or navigating the buttons on the TV remote. He also tires easily and isn’t able to enjoy golfing, fishing, and tinkering in the garage like he used to.

“I have a hot rod that I can’t touch, which is no fun,” Gregg laments. “I can’t do anything or go anywhere, basically.”

Caring for Gregg at home has become a family affair. While Debbie works full-time as an office manager for a dentist’s office and is Gregg’s primary caregiver, Dave and Amanda and their families, along with Gregg’s mother, brothers, best friend, and neighbors, can all be counted on to help out around the house, take Gregg to doctor’s appointments, and check in on him when he’s home alone.

But he’s never totally alone, thanks to Fancy Pants, Gregg’s beloved Yorkie-bichon frise mix. A lifelong dog lover, Gregg dotes on Fancy Pants, a fully certified therapy dog.

“She’s my everything,” Gregg says.

“She’s with me all the time. We go on walks, she sleeps with me, we spend a lot of time together. She’s just a really good girl.”

For as hard as the disease in on Gregg, it’s been just as hard on the entire family, and Debbie in particular. Gregg’s diagnosis in 2016 came just before her mother’s death from Alzheimer’s later that year; Debbie was her full-time caregiver as well. Debbie suffered a heart attack in 2017 from the stress of being a caregiver and rarely gets a break. But she does regularly attend an Alzheimer’s Association support group that she highly recommends to other caregivers.

“Everybody is going through this with a family member,” she says about the group.

“People can say they understand, but they don’t know unless they’ve lived with it. The support group feels like family.”

A source of hope for the family is a clinical trial set to begin later this year that Gregg is enrolled in. Debbie, too, is enrolled in the trial, because of her family’s history with the disease, and is enduring the same grueling

tests as Gregg. They also look forward to spending time together, taking trips as a whole family, like the one they took to Panama City Beach last summer.

In the coming years, the unrelenting disease that has so unfairly afflicted Gregg at a young age will likely continue to take him

farther from who he is, who he was, and the family who holds him dear — a family that is the very picture of strength, bravery, and love.

But for Gregg, the disease has not determined his future just yet, and he’s not done fighting.

“You can’t predict the future,” Gregg says.

“You can’t dwell on it.”

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Chronic issues are always best managed by your Primary Care Provider (PCP), but exacerbations of chronic issues might need to be seen quickly.

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WHEN EYES NEED A BREAK: HOW SCREEN TIME/BLUE LIGHT EXPOSURE HAS INFLUENCED OCULAR HEALTH • • • • • • •

Myopia (nearsightedness) has increased by 66% since 1971 secondary to increased computer and hand held device use Nearly 50% of American adults are now myopic Myopia development increases in children who spend more time indoors and is seen less often in those engaging in outdoor activities Eye strain and potential retinal changes are a direct result of increased screen time Dimming screen lighting, protective lens filters and utilizing direct lighting help to alleviate and minimize eye strain and potential damage Practice the 20•20•20 rule: Every 20 minutes look 20 feet away for 20 seconds Through education and annual eye exams, potential ocular changes and damage can be treated and avoided

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FAMILY MEDICINE TIPS 1. Maintain a healthy weight. A BMI of 18.5-24.9 falls within the range of normal or healthy weight.

2. Stay active – the CDC recommends 150 minutes of moderate-intense activity per week.

3. Stay up to date on vaccinations.

4. Try to get at least 7 hours of sleep per night.

5. Don’t smoke.

We’re here to care for you. Our family medicine doctors here at JCMG manage the total health of patients. They are passionate about building a lasting relationship focused on care for you and your family. JCMG Family Medicine doctors treat patients of all ages for a variety of conditions and issues. Preventative care is encouraged from check-ups, immunizations, and screenings, to counseling for healthy living.

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HEALTH BENEFITS OF STRAIGHT TEETH According to the American Dental Association straightening your teeth can have a significant effect on your overall health1.

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ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION Can be caused by declining hormone levels, side effects from medications, long term effects of high blood pressure, diabetes, injuries, or nerve damage.

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BE HEALTHY AND STAY HEALTHY

Watch your portion sizes when you eat meals or snacks. When you go out to eat, always bring a portion home with you. When you’re at home, eat off of an 8” plate and say, “No thank you” to seconds.

Get rid of your addictions. An addiction is a “compulsive engagement in rewarding stimuli, despite an adverse consequence.” Get help if necessary, but do all you can to gain independence from the vice that controls you.

Exercise regularly. A regular exercise routine that combines endurance, strength, balance and flexibility that is right for your physical capacity. There are many options, find one that fits you.

Stay immunized. Your doctor or pharmacist can assist you with any questions you have about the immunizations you may need.

Take your medications as directed by your doctor. There cannot be enough stress put on how important it is to maintain compliance with a medication schedule. If you’re having issues taking a medication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist as there may be other alternatives.

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WINTER LEG CARE TIPS Chilly winter weather can do a number on your legs. Here are some tips to help keep the symptoms of vein disease under control this winter: •

Get regular exercise. Don’t let the cold weather turn you into a couch potato.

Physical exercise improves circulation so find a way to keep those legs moving.

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Don’t let all those comfort foods cause you to pack on the pounds. Maintaining a healthy weight puts less pressure on your veins and lessens the symptoms.

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Moisturize Dry Skin. Vein disease can cause changes in skin color and texture, moisturizers won’t treat this but they can improve the skin condition in the area.

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Swap your regular tights and pantyhose for compression hose and relieve symptoms of vein disease and improve circulation.

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• Sclerotherapy nurses who have all undergone specialized certification through the American College of Phlebology.

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A VISION FOR EYE HEALTH Don’t sleep in your contact lenses. Even though certain contact lenses are approved for “extended wear”, the truth is any contact lens can deprive the cornea of much-needed oxygen. Some patients develop painful corneal ulcers as a result of such wear, and some of these ulcers are sight-threatening. Bottom line: extend the life of your contacts and, more importantly, your corneas, by removing your contact lenses nightly.

Don’t smoke! As if there weren’t enough health reasons already to not smoke, it’s well established that smokers have a much higher rate of macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in the United States.

Know your family’s eye health history. It’s important to know if anyone in the family has been diagnosed with an eye disease or condition since many are hereditary. Glaucoma is the classic example. Glaucoma is a common problem, increasingly prevalent with age, with a definite familial tendency. With modern treatments, vision loss is largely preventable.

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SKIN CANCER IS THE MOST COMMON CANCER One in five people will develop skin cancer. Anyone can get skin cancer regardless of skin color.

To protect yourself from skin cancer: Avoid sun exposure or seek shade from 10am-2pm. Wear a wide brimmed hat and protective clothing. Apply sunscreen SPF 30 or greater daily, year round. Reapply when outdoors every 2 hours or after swimming and sweating. Avoid tanning beds at all times.

To minimize wrinkles: Avoid sun exposure and tanning beds. Never smoke! Avoid sugars and processed foods and focus on drinking plenty of water and consuming plenty of fruits and vegetables.

Most importantly, see a Dermatologist for any skin concern, especially for a mole or skin lesion that is changing, bleeding, itching or suspicious.

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Board Certified Dermatologist Your healthy skin can’t be taken for granted. My promise to my patients is to provide innovative medical and cosmetic dermatology, and a unique doctor patient experience. It’s what I would want for my family members...and it’s my promise to you.

Lisa Haslag, FNP

Abby Bradford, FNP

Lisa collaborates with Dr. Helen Tergin on the care of general dermatology patients.

Abby collaborates with Dr. Trisha Taylor in the care of both general and cosmetic dermatology.

Lisa’s clinical interests are general dermatology, skin cancer detection, acne, warts, and all skin diseases.

Her cosmetic interests include laser rejuvenation.

Abby has been with Central Missouri dermatology for over 7 years. She focuses on skin cancer detection and removal, acne, warts, and numerous other skin issues of patient’s of all ages. Her cosmetic interests include Botox injections and laser rejuvenation.

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ORTHO TIPS 1. Stay Active One of the most important ways to maintain healthy bones and joints in the long-run is daily exercise.

2. Strengthen – Avoid high-impact forms of exercise that could cause stress to your bones and joints. Instead, try taking a brisk walk or using hand-held weights or stretch bands to build strength and resistance.

3. Stretch – Building your flexibility is important to maintaining a wide range of mobility while avoiding injury and developing better balance. Before and after exercising, take five minutes to stretch your leg, back and arm muscles.

4. Cool Down – Before you end your workout, ease into a cool down exercise, such as a light jog around the track, to prevent injury and unnecessary tightness or soreness post-workout.

Whether you’re a high school quarterback or a retired golfer, if you have pain, you want to see the orthopaedic or sports medicine specialists at JCMG. Sports medicine focuses on injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system (muscles, skeleton, and related tissues) including the spine, joints, ligaments, tendons, and nerves. Physicians in this field investigate, preserve, and restore musculoskeletal system structures that have been affected by athletic activity.

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Jefferson City, MO 65109 573-634-HURT (4878)

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TEXT NECK SYNDROME. NOT JUST A NECK PROBLEM. When the head is brought forward and the neck bends, the weight on the cervical spine increases which causes stress throughout the whole body.

Forward head posture can cause permanent damage and result in…

• Headaches • Back Pain • Muscle Damage • Nerve Damage • Spinal Disc Herniation

• Spinal Disc Compression • Decrease in Spinal Curve • Gastrointestinal Problems • Onset of Early Arthritis • Loss of Lung Volume Capacity

Try looking at your phone by casting your eyes down – without moving your head or neck. Keep your head up and your shoulders pulled back.

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OBGYN TIPS 1. Reduce your stress.

Stress can have significant health consequences, from infertility to higher risks of depression, anxiety, and heart disease.

2. Think about fertility.

While many women have no problem getting pregnant in their late 30s and even into their early 40s, a woman’s fertility may start to decline as early as 32. If you want to have kids, talk to your doctor about options.

3. Consider birth control.

Birth control can not only keep you from getting pregnant before you’re ready, studies show it can lower the risk of uterine and ovarian cancer as well as regulate your cycle. There are many options; talk to your doctor about what’s right for you.

4. Don’t skip your yearly checkup.

A breast and pelvic exam should be done yearly. Guidelines for Pap and HPV testing can change depending on age and risk factors. If you are sexually active and have a higher risk for STDs, get tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis yearly. Take an HIV test at least once, or more frequently if you’re at risk.

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JCMG obstetricians and gynecologists provide medical and surgical care to women, with expertise in pregnancy. These physicians are trained in the management of pregnancy, labor, and pueperium (the time-period directly following childbirth). These physicians also care for the health of the female reproductive system and associated medical problems. OB/GYN physicians typically evaluate infertility, abnormal uterine bleeding, leiomyomato, pelvic masses, pelvic organ prolapse, abnormal Pap smears, pelvic pain, endometriosis, breast disorders, and urinary incontinence.

JCMG Women & Children’s Center 1241 W. Stadium Blvd.

Jefferson City, MO 65109 573-636-5248

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COMMON WARNING SIGNS OF HEARING LOSS • People seem to mumble more frequently.

• Difficulty understanding some of the words in a conversation.

• Often need to ask people to repeat themselves.

• Telephone conversation is difficult.

• Family complains the TV or radio is played too loud.

• No longer hears normal household sounds, such as a faucet dripping or doorbell ringing.

• Experiences ringing in the ear.

• Speaks too loudly.

• Difficulty understanding conversation in groups or crowds.

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STUDIOTALK JANUARY 1ST, NEW YEAR, NEW YOU. With it New Years Resolutions in full swing, I wanted to give you some tips to help you achieve your goals.

1. Don’t think about the big picture.

Focus on your goals day by day.

2. Be realistic! You are more likely to succeed if your goals are obtainable ones.

3. Find as many avenues of accountability as possible.

4. Take steps to prevent failure.

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BRANDON’S TOP TIPS When contouring the face, always leave two finger widths between the corner of your lip and cheek. This will keep your face lifted and prevent a “muddy” look.

When highlighting your cheekbones, always stay away from the corners of the eyes. You never want to “highlight” any wrinkles or fine lines around the eyes.

To get a plumper upper lip, apply a little highlighter to your cupid’s bow for the extra pouty look.

BRANDON SCOTT is a professional makeup artist for Mirabella Cosmetics. Brandon does makeup for all occasions either at his studio at Haute Salon or on-location for your event.

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FITNESS

Developing Healthy Habits Three keys to staying on track.

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How would you like for 2019 to be different? How can you make it different? It’s time to find balance in your everyday living — let’s start with how to get off the roller coaster.

MINDSET

BALANCE

PLAN AHEAD

It is time to get it right. Let’s focus first on why you want to lose weight and get back into shape. Make a list of why you need to make changes to your lifestyle. Is it to feel better in your clothes? Is it to lower your blood pressure? Is it to move better?

Whatever your whys are, it’s very important that you know them, write them down, and stay focused on them. That way, when you don’t feel like exercising or making healthier food choices, you can remind yourself of those whys and they will keep you going!

Don’t make too many changes too quick. Make one positive change with exercise at a time. If you’re not doing any exercise, then start with 20 to 30 minutes, two to three days a week. Once you’ve developed that habit, build from it.

You can do the same thing with your eating habits. If you’re not eating breakfast right now, incorporate eating something healthy in the morning. Then, the following week, work on developing another healthy habit.

Planning is the key to success. Do you plan your schedule out for the week? We all have a calendar where we write down appointments and meetings; I’m suggesting that you also write in your workout times. You’re more likely to stick with something if you write it down.

Now do the same thing with your food.

Plan out your menu for the week. Prep some food so that when you open the refrigerator, you have good choices.

As you enter 2019, change your mindset by staying positive about your health. Keep the balance and learn to be consistent instead of starting and then stopping. Plan ahead to keep yourself on the right track. With these three tools, you’ll finish the new year stronger and healthier.

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Any day is a great day to start our 30-Day Get Started Plan Sometimes it’s hard to get started. Whether it's your hectic schedule or questions about what to do in the gym, Anytime Fitness can help. We believe "healthy happens" when commitment comes with a coach.

Our 30-Day Get Started Plan is customized for each new member, whether you're new to fitness or getting back in the game after a break. When you join January 1-11, it’s just $1, and you’ll also get a free Jump Start Training Package valued at $100!

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DESTINATIONS

Travel Well Central Travel shares the top three health retreats for the coming year.

by N IC OL E F LO OD With the calendar turning over to a new year, it’s time to begin thinking of new goals to make this year great. Why not combine your health and travel goals into one with a health retreat destination in 2019?

“Health and wellness travel is on the rise — it allows one to relieve the pressure and stress from everyday lives, to relax, rejuvenate, and find their inner self,” says

Jackie Coakley, manager of Central Travel in Jefferson City. “This new style of travel, whether it’s through fitness, food, or nature, permits oneself to take a deep breath, reset their minds, and focus on their mental and emotional well-being.”

Turn the page to see the top three health retreats for 2019 according to Central Travel.

Pictured above: a Temazcal ceremony at a Zoetry Wellness and Spa Resort.

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DESTINATIONS

CRUISING: THE NEW OPTION FOR HEALTHY VACATIONS

“W

hile cruising always had the reputation for over-indulging with food and drink and lounging, the cruise line industry has recognized that there are large segments of vacation travelers that are looking for healthier lifestyle options, and they have risen to the challenge,” says Colleen Taylor of Central Travel. “Gone are the couple of treadmills and stationary bikes collecting dust in the corner. Cruise lines are now installing state-of-the-art gyms with views of the ocean, optional fitness classes like Pilates, yoga, and spinning, and some are now offering sessions with personal trainers and wellness coaches.”

Several mainstream cruise lines have also begun collaborating with wellknown spas such as Canyon Ranch Spa Clubs on Celebrity Cruise’s Solstice

Class ships and Cunard’s Queen Mary 2. Holland America now features the Greenhouse Spa on their Pinnacle Class ships and Royal Caribbean’s Oasis Class ships offer the Vitality Spa. The active lifestyle options don’t stop on the ship either. Many are now offering more active shore excursions in port such as hiking, biking, or kayaking with sports guides or expert naturalists.

While you can still indulge on the cruise, you now have the option of healthy gourmet choices on the menu to go along with your healthy cruising. “So, think about the new style of cruising where you can continue your healthy lifestyle while enjoying the trip of a lifetime,” adds Taylor.

ZOETRY WELLNESS & SPA RESORTS

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ne of my favorite resort brands is the Zoetry Wellness and Spa resort,” says Lindy Capps of Central Travel. “There are four boutique all-inclusive properties spread across Mexico and the Caribbean. Each property has 100 rooms or less to provide that small, personalized experience.”

While at the resort, activities include yoga, nutrition, and wellness cooking lessons; meditation; fitness classes; and cultural experiences unique to each destination. “The restaurants focus on healthy gourmet food, but you can still find a nice, rich chocolate cake on the menu,” adds Capps.

The Zoetry Wellness and Spa Resorts are also part of the Rainforest Alliance, which works to conserve biodiversity and ensure sustainability in their local areas. The resorts also place an emphasis on social responsibility and creating a minimal impact on the surrounding environment. Guests can even participate in volunteer programs that support the local community.

Prices for the all-inclusive resorts vary based on locations and dates, but typically range between $3,500 and $5,500. The price includes airfare, transportation to the resorts, stay at the resort, and all food and drinks for two adults. Each location offers a unique spa experience as well, but there are extra charges to utilize the spa treatments.

THE ELMS HOTEL & SPA

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he Elms Hotel & Spa is located just north of Kansas City, Missouri, and is a short two-and-a-half-hour drive from Jefferson City. “Located in Excelsior Springs, The Elms Hotel & Spa offers spa packages for individuals, couples, bridal parties, mother– daughter packages, and corporate packages,” says Renee Christian of Central Travel. “These packages include massage therapy, manicure, pedicure, makeup application, and mud wraps.”

Excelsior Springs has been known as “America’s Haven of Health” since the 1800s with the discovery of healing mineral waters in the area’s springs. Today, The Elms continues the healing tradition of wellness with their spa.

The Elms Hotel & Spa also allows you to create your own personal spa experience for individuals or groups. In addition to the spa, The Elms has dinning and beverages available at 88 at The Elms.

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Here are a few examples of their relaxing spa packages: ELMS ULTIMATE: $615 per person and includes a salt scrub, 50-minute Elms relaxation massage, 50-minute European facial, spa manicure, spa pedicure, shampoo and style, makeup application, mud wrap, and lunch.

HEAD TO TOE: $275 per person and includes a 50-minute relaxation massage, 50-minute European facial, spa manicure, and spa pedicure.

BABY MOON: $320 per person and includes a 50-minute prenatal massage, 50-minute soothing springs facial, manicure, and pedicure.

TWICE AS NICE: Great for couples or girlfriends! $610 per couple or $305 per person and includes couple’s 50-minute Elms relaxation massages, bath ritual, 50-minute European facial, spa manicures, and spa pedicures.

BRIDAL: $330 per person and includes a 50-minute relaxation massage, 50-minute contour falls facial, ultimate pedicure, and ultimate manicure.

DESTINATIONS

The cruise line industry has recognized that there are large segments of vacation travelers that are looking for healthier lifestyle options.

The restaurants focus on healthy gourmet food, but you can still find a nice, rich chocolate cake on the menu.

The Elms Hotel & Spa is a short two-and-a-half-hour drive from Jefferson City.

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Nick and Renee Kauffman are dedicated to bringing all-natural products to their customers. In a time when this is an increasingly popular endeavor, it is important to provide the highest quality and most unique products. These are the foundational pillars on which Honeysuckle Acres proudly stands.

THE PRODUCTS In 2007, the Kauffman family went on a camping trip to a friend’s home in northern Missouri. Nick was inspired by the trip, which included a lake, beehives, and goats. “We actually brought two goats home from that trip,” he says.

Along with the goats, Nick brought home the idea to begin keeping his own bees, which led to the production of his own raw honey.

That was all it took to start the family business.

While beekeeping is an intensive and, at times, expensive practice, the Kauffmans are passionate about creating products that are healthy and useful for themselves and their customers. “Whatever we can use, we make and we sell,” says Renee. (With a baby on 120 | January/February 2019

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THE KAUFFMANS ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT CREATING PRODUCTS THAT ARE HEALTHY AND USEFUL. the way, the Kauffmans advise us to look out for Honeysuckle Acres baby products in the near future.)

Not only are the products completely natural, but Nick also stays away from chemicals and pesticides throughout the beekeeping and honey retrieval process.

“Plus, there are never any artificial flavors or colors in our products,” he adds.

Along with naturally infused honeys such as lavender, strawberry, and their most popular flavor, cinnamon creamed honey, which Renee compares to the inside of a cinnamon roll, the Kauffmans also have lines of bath and body products and “Speedy Salsa.”

“Our soaps are totally natural — the main ingredients only being coconut milk and aloe vera juice,” says Nick. “We add essential oils for scent and crushed minerals for color. I’m always comparing my products to others’ so we can be the best we can be.”

WHERE TO BUY The Kauffmans sell their products on their website, Amazon, at farmers’ markets, craft shows, festivals, and in a few shops around Missouri including Southbank Gift Company, Busch’s Florist, and Lucky’s Market.

The couple also travels to Oklahoma three times a year and have even been asked to travel as far as Georgia and Arizona to sell their products.

FUN FACT So where did the name Honeysuckle Acres come from?

“Our daughter thought of it,” says Nick.

“We homeschool, so we put the question of the name of our company out to the homeschool loop and offered a free jar of honey to whoever came up with the best name because we kept switching it. We couldn’t find something we really liked in the beginning. Oddly enough, our daughter came up with the name we picked.”

ABOUT TOWN

SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital – Jefferson City Annual Angel Procession

Caleb Royston and Hank Dudenhoeffer

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Ellis Emerson and Eliana Cypress

Rebecca Caraballo, Lydia Kleffner, Hannah Cox

The children of St. Mary’s employees participated in their annual Angel Choir Procession at the hospital.

Proceeds from the event benefit the hospital’s patient care services.

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Baby Bonanza Check Presentation to Capital City Diaper Bank On December 7, SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital presented the Capital City Diaper Bank with the proceeds of their annual Baby Bonanza. Capital City Diaper Bank’s mission is to collaborate to provide diapers to those in our community experiencing diaper need.

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In October, our local chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association held their Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The walk had a record turnout and exceeded their fundraising goal of $79,000 with $92,000!

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On December 1, 8, and 15, Santa visited Busch’s Florist to hear what Jefferson City kiddos wanted for Christmas. Central Dairy milk and fresh Schulte’s cookies were provided for Santa and the kids!

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The Holiday Mart at The Millbottom showcases local small businesses and creates a festive shopping destination in Downtown Jefferson City for workers, residents, and visitors.

The 2018 benefitting organizations were Cody’s Gift, for drug awareness, education, and prevention, and the Central Missouri Foster Care and Adoption Association.

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ADVERTISER INDEX Advanced Spinal Rejuvenation ................ 106

Edward Jones .....................................................11

Prison Brews ................................................... 123

Anthony Porter Insurance ............................ 49

Fischer Body Shop ..........................................22

Providence Bank............................................109

Anytime Fitness..............................................114

Frank Schrimpf Plumbing..............................51

Realty Executives - Heath Higgins...............4

Argyle Catering ............................................... 123

Freeman Mortuary........................................... 14

Riley Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac .......28

Arris Pizza Palace/Arris Bistro .....................17

Genesis Company ........................73, 97 & 102

Riley Toyota .......................................................28

Ashley Pederson Team - Re/Max ............. 54

GFI Digital ............................................................ 2

River Region Credit Union ..........................126

Beth McGeorge Team - Re/Max..................18

Hawthorn Bank .............................................. 132

BMW of Columbia .............................................6

Heisinger Bluffs & St. Joseph’s Bluffs...... 84

Boessen Underground ...................................35

Houser Millard Funeral Home..................... 20

Boys & Girls Club of the Capital City........ 30

HyVee ................................................ 13, 50 & 101

Burns Optical ........................................ 96 & 110

Jason A. Dunville, D.D.S. General Dentistry.... 8

Busch’s Florist ..................................................83

JC Total Health ....................................95 & 100

Capital Dentistry for Children .....................114

JCMG ............................... 36, 94, 98, 105 & 107

Capital Region ....................................... 10 & 90

Jefferson Bank of Missouri ...........................74

Capitol Eye Care Inc......................................103

Jefferson City Coca-Cola Bottling Co. ...... 16

Carrie’s Hallmark.............................................110

Jefferson City Parks & Recreation..............74

Central Bank .................................. 56, 79 & 128

Jefferson City YMCA.......................................76

Central Missouri Dermatology.................. 104

Jones Beltone Hearing Care.......................108

Central Trust Company .................................. 14

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CITY TREASURES

Civil War Surgical Kit The Cole County Historical Society shares the history of one of its many interesting artifacts.

by GARY S C HM UT Z L E R | photo by T I F FA N Y SC H MIDT

Two empty spaces would have held the handle and cutting blade of a trephine, which was used for operating on the skull.

Located at 109 Madison Street, the museum is open for walk-in tours between the hours of 1 and 3 p.m. on Tuesday through Saturday. For groups of 10 or more, call the office at 573-635-1850 between 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Monday through Friday.

The museum is closed for walk-in tours from December 15 until February 1, though tours can be made by appointment.

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he James Foster McHenry Civil War Room of the Cole County Historical Society presents the complex period from 1861 to 1865 as experienced in the county and in Jefferson City, Missouri’s capital.

Visitors learn about the conflict by means of a room-length mural, a diorama of the city during the war, original weapons, military accoutrements, personal items, uniforms, and more. A portrait of Missouri officers

by Sabra Eagan, a Jefferson City artist, is displayed. Also shown is a portrait of Judge James McHenry, a highly respected jurist and enthusiastic local historian for whom the showroom is named.

Prominently displayed among the artifacts is a surgical amputation kit, circa 1860.

The velvet lined, walnut case contains two bone saws, three sizes of scalpels, and a tenaculum (a type of forceps). These six items have ebony handles. There is also a brass tourniquet with a strap.

This set is attributed to Dr. Alexander C. Davison, CSA. Museum accession records indicate that the set was received from his granddaughter, Dr. Suzanne Davison, in 1948.

This was the year the museum was officially opened by the society, which had been formed in 1941. Dr. Gravison’s grave in Riverview Cemetery has a marker which states “ALEXANDER C. DAVISON/SURGEON/ WILLIAMS REGT./SHELBY’S MO BRIGADE/ CONFEDERATE STATES ARMY/AUG 16, 1842 - OCT 12, 1908.”

The role of the Civil War surgeon cannot be fully appreciated without understanding that simple instruments and rudimentary knowledge of procedures were overcome by on-the-job experience. Fortunately, the use of chloroform and ether to sedate the wounded were used when available. The skillful use of the capital amputating saw saved lives while earning the operator the nickname “Sawbones.” Contrary to this derogatory sounding moniker, many of these men became proficient at the procedure and could complete it in less than 10 minutes.

Records indicate that amputees whose limbs were shattered by heavy lead Minie balls or shrapnel had a 75 percent survival rate. This is in spite of the filth spread by the wooden-handled amputating instruments that were simply wiped or rinsed off between operations. Bacteria wasn’t well understood in the mid-19th century.

The Dr. Davison surgical set serves as a reminder of the significant contribution military doctors made to the survival of wounded soldiers during the Civil War. This item and other artifacts of local historical interest have been donated to the Cole County Historical Society Museum for preservation and display.

The society maintains records, collections, and artifacts for public display, education, and scholarly research to allow Cole County residents the opportunity to preserve, understand, and share their heritage.

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