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about us Hello Readers! As we embark on our 12th year of publishing Healthy Horizons, we are excited about the changes that are occurring here and the surrounding areas. Over the past year, we have recognized that many are focusing more on health and wellness. We have met many lovely people who have provided us with positive feedback related to the magazine. It is truly a blessing to know that we are making a difference in the lives of so many people. Our continuing goal is to inspire healthy changes and thank our readers and advertisers for helping along the way. Feel free to contact any of us, any time. We’d love to hear from you!
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contents Not just for athletes
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Healthy weight loss...................................................................... 6 7 nutritional supplements you should know.............................. 8
Open water
swimming 10
Get in the game .........................................................................12 Too much screen time?............................................................. 14 Research gold!............................................................................18 Yoga: A great gift for kids...........................................................20 JCB mud run............................................................................... 24 House calls?...............................................................................26 Changing faces, changing lives.................................................30
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place to call home 32
Live life to the fullest..................................................................33
Women and money 34
Meet South Coast’s John Marrero............................................36 Social Security help when you need it...................................... 37 Emergency numbers..................................................................38 Resource Guide..........................................................................39 Fun & Games..............................................................................42
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From the cover Savannah’s River Street busy with nighttime activity. Photo courtesy of Megan P. White, Marketing Project Manager, Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce.
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There is no debate that we are in the middle of a growing overweight and obesity crisis in this country which is spreading (along with our waistlines) around the world. Our citizens are investing billions each year in books, diet plans and supplements. The fact is, we just keep getting bigger and bigger and it will cost our country billions in health care. Over 80 percent of Americans are overweight and 40 percent are obese. The reasons we are not making any progress is that we are throwing Band-Aids out to those trying to lose weight without educating them, properly evaluating them or providing them the proper level of support and medical supervision along the way. Equally, we are not providing them with a transition and maintenance plan and the support to help them sustain their new weight for life. At Equilibrium, we want to help each of our patients live a long and productive life. Most patients present themselves with a weight issue. Reaching and sustaining a healthy weight and lifestyle is one of the most important actions for longevity. Being overweight creates disease conditions for heart, cancer and diabetes - with warning signs of high blood
healthywweight loss pressure, sugar levels and cholesterol. At Equilibrium, every patient receives a comprehensive evaluation with medical supervision including: s Medical history and questionnaire s Blood work s BCA evaluation including BMR, body fat and BMI s Medical evaluation: Every patient sees the doctor.
We also educate and provide knowledge that is valuable for life to our patients about: s How and why we gain weight s Why our hormones decline and the impact on our bodies as we age s Importance of nutritional balance (diet and supplements) to reach a disease free state and healthy weight for life s Importance of exercise s Importance of stress management s Metabolism and weight loss equation (calories in and out). We offer and have the most experience in the most rapid 6
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and effective weight loss program offered in the world using the natural human hormone HCG and our proprietary EQ HCG Diet. HCG has been used for weight loss for over 40 years. It’s the result of research done by British endocrinologist, Dr. A.T. Simeons. He determined that by using the naturally occurring human hormone, human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG), in conjunction with a diet of specific fruits, vegetables and lean proteins, the body mobilizes visceral fat (fat you don’t want) and results in average weekly weight losses of four to seven pounds. A key to this process is that HCG works on the hypothalamus (the gland in your brain that controls heartbeat, breathing, and providing your body with “fuel”). Dr. Simeons
learned that with HCG, the hypothalamus would release visceral fat to be used as an energy source. That fat movement allows the dieter to consume significantly less calories than they could on other programs, since the body is getting its metabolic needs (energy) met from the fat.
What do you need to know about the Equilibrium HCG program?
Support: The HCG diet is simple (specific quantities of specific foods purchased at the grocery store), but it is not easy for everyone. The difference between total compliance and minor deviations to the food can create significant differences in weight loss. As a result, the weekly/daily support you receive from Equilibrium can be critical to your success.
Physician Supervision: Our physician will examine and approve you to be on HCG. There are some, but not many, pre-existing conditions that might exclude you. Prescription: Our program includes a prescription for HCG. You’ll find products in stores and on the Internet that claim to be HCG. If it doesn’t include a prescription, it’s not HCG. Using those products in conjunction with the low calorie diet can be dangerous. Injections: Like Dr. Simeon, we use injectable HCG. Additional delivery methods are now available, but injections provide the most consistent and effective delivery of HCG into the body.
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nutritional supplements should know By Dr. Victor Rosenfeld SouthCoast Health
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The over-the-counter supplement market has exploded in the past few years, with total sales in 2012 reaching more than $32 billion. Along with the development of this booming industry has come a barrage of advertisements making outrageous claims often driven by profits and based on pseudoscience. So how can the public assess which supplements are best? Ultimately, their benefits will only be realized if the right supplement is taken for the right reason and in the correct way. Here are the seven nutritional supplements I most often recommend to my patients:
Magnesium is recommended for the treatment of pain associated with Restless Legs, Fibromyalgia, and migraine headaches, among other conditions. In some forms it can cause nausea and stomach cramps, so I recommend Gluconate, Malate or reacted Magnesium.
Co-QIO is the
essential compound found in mitochondria, the cells responsible for energy production. Co-QIO is recommended for the prevention of migraines, for symptomatic benefit in Parkinson’s Disease, and as a supplement for those taking “statin” drugs for high cholesterol. Known as ALA, Alpha Lipoic Acid is a powerful antioxidant that prevents tissue
damage by neutralizing free radicals in the body. ALA can help prevent progression of diabetic neuropathy, a condition where the nerves in the arms and legs are damaged over time in diabetes patients.
Omega 3 has been shown to lower the risk of heart disease and inflammation associated with autoimmune diseases. Studies have also shown benefits for the treatment of asthma, depression and ADHD. Aloe is packed with vitamins and minerals that help the body adapt to stressors from the environment. It can be helpful for digestive issues and for skin irritants when applied topically. Probiotics introduce “good” bacteria into the bowels that are believed to act as a first line of defense to promote a healthy immune system. Vitamin B12 is the most important vitamin for maintaining optimal nervous system function. Too little B12 will cause anemia, and is the leading preventable cause of damage to the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves. It is important to remember that the FDA does not regulate the supplement market, and consequently, purity and concentration of these products can vary widely. Patients should always consult with their physicians when considering nutritional supplements as part of their treatment plans. Dr. Victor Rosenfeld practices at SouthCoast Health’s Department of Neurology. For more information, visit www.SouthCoast-Health.com or call (912) 691-3640.
Vitamins’ benefits will only be realized if the right supplement is taken for the right reason and in the correct way. www.readhealthyhorizons.com
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I once read John F. Kennedy would often state, “Man is drawn to the sea because the human blood consists of the same proportion of salt as the ocean.” I’ve never researched the validity of that statement – but I can relate. Open water swimming is unique to any other swimming - it’s soulful, inspiring, humbling and powerful. I highly recommend you dive in - but, before you take the plunge - take heed of my DO’s and DONT’s of open water swimming.
Do know your environment
Know the currents, know the wave conditions, know any known threats in the water, know the grade of the continental shelf and know the depth of the water you are swimming in.
Do swim with friends
Never swim open water alone - period. Always swim with friend(s) - and when possible utilize the buddy system where you can partner with someone and keep an eye on one another.
Do let people/lifeguards know you are swimming
Always notify someone that you are entering the water - especially a lifeguard.
Do practice
Open water swimming is no joke - never underestimate the ocean. Practice swimming in a pool until your have the proper strength and stamina for open water swimming.
Do sight your course well
Describe a course to swim - use marker buoys, houses, trees, flagpoles, etc. - anything you can find to set your course and stick to it.
Do swim with the proper tools
Wear goggles, wear sunscreen and wear a wetsuit if the water temperatures warrant one.
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swimming By Alfred Olivetti PhD GO TRI SPORTS Alfred Olivetti is the Owner and Founder of GO TRI SPORTS located at 31 New Orleans Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928. alfred@gotrisports.com
Don’t fight mother nature
You will never over power the ocean, so if the rhythm of the ocean is giving you a hard time, best you just roll with it and adapt your stroke and breathing.
Don’t freak out
Easier said than done, but never panic in the water. Nothing good happens when you are freaking out. If the urge arrives - relax, assess the situation and make quick and decisive actions to get to safety.
Don’t swim over your head or outside the lifeguards’ range of sight
Don’t put yourself in a position where help can’t be offered.
Don’t swim where animals are feeding
The oceans is full of creatures, beautiful amazing creatures - but they have to eat, so give them space. i.e., Dont swim into a large dark shadow in the water - chances are thats a school of small fish passing by - and likely being followed by larger fish feeding on them. The small fish aren’t the problem - the larger fish can be a problem - so best you stay away.
Don’t swim in water that is isn’t clear
You can’t see what’s swimming with you. Further, never swim at night for the same reason.
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If you’re like me and you spent many late nights staying up to watch the US Open this past summer, you’re still recovering from watching the best pros for those two weeks. We marvel at the athleticism of these finely tuned athletes and often wish that could be us. The question is “Why not?” The slogan for tennis for a long time was “The sport of a lifetime,” and it’s true! There are very few sports that can be played from a young age to very late in life that challenge people both physically and mentally. I have been a teaching professionally for nearly 30 years and I have seen the gamut (I currently have a range of students aging from four- to 82-years-old). Health benefits of tennis are diverse, as tennis requires aerobic and anaerobic fitness. Players need to be able to run quickly for short distances over a long period of time, requiring agility and stamina. Tennis players are also challenged mentally as they must continually contemplate shot selection and court position during a match. There are no machines at a gym that come close to the fun challenges of
tennis in an hour to hour and a half and very few endeavors match the endorphins produced after a tennis match. Tennis is easier than ever to begin to learn. Graduated equipment that was originally designed for small children has been adapted to beginner adults making the ball easier to hit and skills easier to master. There are also leagues designed for beginning players of all ages, from Junior Team Tennis to USTA Adult Beginner Leagues. For resources on how to get started please visit www. USTA.com for leagues; and www.USPTA.com and www. PTRtennis.org to find local certified pros. By the way, the new slogan for tennis is “Get in the game.” What are you waiting for?
By Eric Wammock, USPTA
Owner, Hilton Head Island Tennis Eric Wammock is a USPTA Elite Professional and the Director of Tennis at the Hilton Head Island Beach and Tennis Resort – a Tennis Magazine Top 5 Tennis Resort in the Carolinas. For more information, visit www.HiltonHeadIslandTennis.net or call 843.301.2113.
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Here are a few warm ups to get you ready for your next practice or match. Find more at www.usta.com.
Lateral Lunge - Start at the doubles sideline facing the net and get into an athletic stance – hips down and good posture. Take a large step Arm Hugs - Standing in one spot, spread the feet sideways into the court. Bend the knee of the leg and establish a good base of support. Bring the in the court, keep the other leg straight. Lower arms up to shoulder height and hug yourself. the body until a slight stretch is felt in the groin. Hold this position briefly. Then, open up the Hold this position for 2-3 seconds. Return to an arms as wide as possible trying to “hug the athletic stance by bringing the trailing, “straight world”. Repeat this movement pattern, gradually leg”, back under the body. Repeat this movement increasing the speed of the exercise. Perform across the court to the other doubles sideline. about 10-15 hugs, both ways, or do the exercise Perform this exercise 1x across the court in each for about 30 seconds. direction.
Inverted Hamstring - Start at the doubles sideline facing out from the court. Stand on one leg and bend at the waist. Keep the leg on the ground slightly bent. Bend forward at the waist until a slight stretch is felt in the hamstrings of the leg that is on the ground. Keep the back flat and avoid twisting. The leg off the ground should follow the line of the body. Hold this position for 2-3 seconds.
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Too much screen time? Children growing up today spend more time with technology than any previous generation. Unfortunately, this also means that they spend more time sitting in front of a screen. But at what point have the kids had too much? From tablets and cell phones to TV’s and laptops, children have a lot of opportunity for screen time. Although there are educational programs and apps, the negative effects of having too much media exposure seem to outweigh the positive. “On average, kids spend about seven hours a day on media, but we’d really prefer to see kids playing,” said Dr. Dan Marullo, pediatric neuropsychologist at Children’s of Alabama. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that children under the age of two not watch any television and that older kids have no more than two hours of screen time per day. “If you are starting to see your child not spending as much time interacting with other families or friends, not playing, not engaging in favorite activities, research shows that there can be a link between too much media exposure and obesity and hypertension,” he said.
Problems paying attention and concentrating, depression or anxiety, and even aggression can also be signs that
Send your kids outside to play, or go play with them! Set a good example. Put down your cell phone and exchange watching television for something active. Limit the number of screen time hours.
When a program is over, turn the television off instead of surfing the channels. Set up a “media free zone” that includes bedrooms and the kitchen during dinner. Make a screen time schedule that all members of the family abide by.
your child has had too much media exposure. The list to the right are a few ideas to get children away from the screen.
The amount of fun activities you and your kids can do without the TV and tablets are endless. For more information on how to have healthy screen time habits, visit www. childrensal.org.
Make TV time a family affair. Involve them in a sport such as baseball, ballet, lacrosse or swimming. www.readhealthyhorizons.com
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Cycling: not just for
Athletes
When some people hear the word “cyclist” they think of a person in a skintight uniform, travelling at high speeds on a sleek carbon fiber bicycle. However, you don’t have to be an elite athlete to enjoy the health benefits of cycling. For people who are interested in incorporating bicycling into their daily routines - riding a bike to the grocery store, taking a spin around the neighborhood after work, or even commuting to the office on a bike - Lycra costumes and expensive bicycles are not required. More important are comfort, reliability and safety. The staff at your local bike shop can make sure the bicycle you buy is properly sized for you and appropriate for the kind of riding you want to do. Not only will the quality of the bicycle be better that those available at the Big Box stores, proper bike fit can make the difference between an enjoyable activity that you look forward to, and an uncomfortable or even painful chore that you’ll likely abandon. This is important because consistency is the key to harnessing bicycling’s health benefits. That’s why programs like the League of American Bicyclists’ National Bike Challenge encourage frequent cycling, even for shorter distances, instead of placing an emphasis on epically long rides. Casual cycling can provide significant health bene-
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fits, especially for older adults. Numerous studies indicate that riding a bike can improve balance, strength, circulation, and cognitive function, and can even ward off depression. As older Americans discover cycling as a way to stay fit, active and alert, they are setting trends. People for Bikes, a national cycling advocacy organization, finds “Biking rates among people between the ages of 60 and 79 are soaring, an analysis of federal data shows. New trips by seniors account for 22 percent of the nation’s growth in adult biking.” At the other end of the spectrum, cycling is recognized as an effective strategy for combatting childhood obesity. Safe Routes to School programs all over the country are working to reverse the decades-long decline in the number of children who walk or bike to school. In addition to its role in weight control and diabetes prevention, bicycling has also been identified as a way to improve students’ academic achievement and focus in the classroom. Children who are engaged in physical activity on the way to school
arrive focused and ready to learn. Unfortunately, there are significant obstacles that prevent children, seniors and everyone in between from riding. Many people want desperately to use their bikes for exercise or transportation, but are fearful of riding on city streets or rural roads designed solely for cars. That’s why many communities are adopting Complete Streets policies to ensure new streets and road improvement projects safely and comfortably accommodate bicyclists and pedestrians. Many cities and towns are also reaping the benefits of multiuse paths, trails and greenways. If you want a healthier and happier community, urge your local leaders to invest in infrastructure projects that make it easier for people of all ages and abilities to make bicycling a healthy part of their daily lives. John Bennett is executive director of the Savannah Bicycle Campaign, a nonprofit bicycle advocacy organization. Find them online at http://bicyclecampaign.org. www.readhealthyhorizons.com
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Research gold! In 1981, Leisure World (since renamed Laguna Woods to better suit the retirement community’s active lifestyle) conducted a study of its residents age 52 and up. Extensive data on the diet, exercise, and daily activities of 14,000 people was collected. Recently the participants, now mostly in their 90s, were reexamined. The results were reported in a “60 Minutes” documentary earlier this year. Surprising key findings of the research (referred to as “The 90+ Study”) include: n Diet and vitamin consumption seemed to have no effect on longevity. n People who were overweight in their 70s lived longer than normal or underweight people did. n People who drank moderate amounts of alcohol and/or coffee lived longer than those who abstained. n People who exercised lived longer than people who didn’t. While 45 minutes per day was ideal, even 15 minutes a day on average made a difference. n Social activities and engagement were beneficial. Other studies have shown that having low social interaction is as bad for your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, as dangerous as being an alcoholic, as harmful as never exercising, and twice as dangerous as obesity. (Forbes, Aug. 2010, “Friends with health benefits”) In addition to the studies mentioned above, the following also shows that seniors who live in CCRCs (Continuing Care Retire18
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Key findings on longevity By Catherine Jennings Savannah Square Catherine Jennings has 12 years of experience in the senior housing industry and is currently Director of Community Relations at Savannah Square, a Five Star CCRC in Savannah, Georgia.
ment Communities) live happier, healthier and longer lives than those who remain in their own homes. A scientific study conducted by Dr. Margaret A. Wylde’s ProMatura Group and published by the American Seniors Housing Association, “Study of Independent Living Residents and the Communities in Which They Reside” found that seniors who live in CCRCs are more satisfied with their daily lives and are more likely to be healthier than their contemporaries who remain in their own homes. The Office of Disability, Aging, and Long-Term Care for the US Department of Health and Human Services released a research analysis paper that found that residents who live in CCRCs are healthier and live longer than people who do
not live in CCRCs. Their analysis also found that CCRC residents have less risk of disease and disability. Their research specifically noted that CCRCs: n Promote active lifestyles n Support social involvement n Ensure proper medical care n Provide good nutrition n Encourage overall wellness n Are good for younger seniors Based on the aforementioned studies, living a longer life may be partly related to your genes and the other part on how much you enjoy life! Clearly the keys to living longer are staying physically and socially active. How nice to learn that a few extra pounds and enjoying a glass of wine and a cup of coffee are good for you too! www.readhealthyhorizons.com
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Kids today live in a busy world. They are surrounded by parents with hectic jobs and no time, by pressure from school and competitive sports, by social media overload that does more harm than good to a young, uncritical mind Can you imagine how things may be different if you had had the opportunity to learn yoga when you were a kid? Very few of us were lucky enough to have parents, grandparents, a teacher, or a family member who practiced yoga. Still fewer were invited to participate. Can you imagine if you had been offered the tools of mindfulness? Although it is never too late to begin the beneficial practice, starting at a young age is fantastic!
with nature, sustain your flexibility, and promote optimal physical health as you posed and moved your body in fun, playful, non-competitive ways - these are ways yoga improves lives. Being a yoga teacher with a strong desire to promote the wonders and benefits of yoga in every suitable setting, I’ve done some research into what good a yoga practice could do for children. Here are the results, summarized into six benefits that I see as the most essential: Builds body awareness, strength and flexibility without being competitive
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To have learned how to observe your body and been able to be present with what your body was feeling; to have recognized and greeted each and every emotion that you had felt, without hiding them or being ashamed of having them; to have practiced different types of breathing techniques that could have helped you shift your energy so you could engage 100 percent in whatever activity you wished; to be able to connect
2 Improves concentration and focus 3 Stimulates a child’s ability to react calmly and stay calm in stressful situations 4 Emphasizes play, thereby stimulating creativity 5 Encourages a positive outlook on life 6 Can enhance any sport or activity as well as prevent injuries.
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mud run dig the ride More than 2000 runners, riders and spectators got “down and dirty” at JCB’s third annual Mud Run and firstever Dig the Ride cycling event at the company’s North American Headquarters in Savannah. Proceeds from both races benefitted The Lady Bamford Center for Early Childhood Development. In a check presentation ceremony recently, Thom Peebles, Vice President of Marketing at JCB, presented a check for $100,500 to Tammy Mixon, the Executive Director of Wesley Center, who operates The Lady Bamford Center. Also on hand to participate in the ceremony were: Steve Vernon, Vice President of Finance at JCB, Debi Mulanax Chief Financial Officer of the Lady Bamford Center Advisory Board and David Paddison, Lady Bamford Center Board Member and Board Chair of The Mud Run/Dig the Ride. This year’s donation, made possible by race participants and generous sponsors, will go a long way towards continuing to support The Lady Bamford Center and their educational mission. “Months ago, as we began planning for this year’s Mud Run, we knew we wanted it to be the biggest and best one yet,” said Thom. “Along the way, we came up with the idea of adding a cycling event, and that’s how Dig the Ride was born. Our staff made sure that both race courses featured twists 24
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and turns that made them fun and challenging for both runners and cyclists. However, most importantly, we were able to exceed previous years’ goals by raising more than $100,000 for The Lady Bamford Center. We sincerely thank our participants, volunteers, generous sponsors and spectators who made it all possible.”
2014 Mud Run
JCB’s Mud Run consisted of teams of two making their way through a
sloppy, messy five-mile course spread across JCB’s sprawling 1000-acre campus. Runners splashed through a lake and traveled down numerous trails featuring obstacles that tested both their endurance and their ability to get dirty.
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For the first time in 2014, JCB added to the Mud Run fun by adding an all-terrain cycling event, Dig the Ride. Cyclists rode a five-mile XC Course complete with limbs, drops, bridges, berms, speed-oriented passing stretches and light obstacles. The race featured three levels of competition for riders aged 17 and up, with Novice Riders taking one lap of the course (five miles), Intermediate Riders tackled the course twice (10 miles) and Advanced Riders pedaled around the course three times (15 miles.) Racers aged 13-17 years old made up the Youth category, taking one lap of the course with optional bail-outs.
The Lady Bamford Center
Operated by Wesley Community Centers of Savannah, the Lady Bamford Center provides education and social skills development to children from six weeks to five years of age. Located at 1410 Richard Street in West Savannah, the center offers priority admission to children from homeless and low-income families, as well as children with physical, mental or emotional challenges. Its interactive curriculum prepares young children for kindergarten and elementary school and helps them compete with other children academically. The Lady Bamford Center is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Fewer than eight percent of all early childhood centers in the United States receive this prestigious honor. For the complete lowdown on both races, visit www.jcbmudrun.com and www.digtheride.com. To learn more about Wesley Community Center and The Lady Bamford Center, visit www.wesleyctrs-savh. org/.
Bottom left, local favorite Domino Effect takes the stage
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Who says everything that was great about the old days is gone forever? At Senior Health Associates, we believe that just because you need homecare doesn’t mean your life should come to a halt. Life is meant to be lived. Keeping regular schedules with family and friends, as well as maintaining a steady routine at home, is simple when SHA is your healthcare partner. Although Senior Health Associates provides a full range of medical care, one of their most popular services is physician house calls, which dramatically improves seniors’ access to quality care. At least 1 million seniors are permanently homebound and 2 to 3 million more cannot easily access physician offices without assistance. This concierge medical service is provided to patients through SHA with no additional fee. In addition to house calls, the Senior Health Associates
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homecare program offers the following benefits: s Superior in-home care by trained health care providers. s Personalized and confidential care. s Highly-trained primary care providers with years of house call medicine experience. s Client control over the treatment and amount of care received. Through SHA’s unique approach to home based medical care, they are able to realize the preferred way patients receive health care. During the process, the providers not only deliver top-quality medical care, but are also able to include health education, emotional support, oneon-one care and attention, and case management posthospitalization to clients who are in their homes. Senior Health Associates understands that patients prefer a familiar environment during treatment. This relaxed and secure environment helps seniors and their families through treatments better than any other type of care. The skilled physicians and geriatric nurse practitioners work in teams to provide the highest level of care. During the first visit, SHA takes pertinent information such as an overall health assessment, a review of medications and lifestyle, and a discussion of the patient’s health concerns. This information is used to develop an overall plan of care. Believe it or not, there are many services that Senior Health Associates healthcare practitioners can provide the patient at home. Some conditions that can be treated in a residential setting include but are not limited to: s Diabetes s Emphysema s Fever s Flu s Gait Abnormalities s Hypertension
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Calls? s Chronic Wounds s Alzheimer’s s Balance Impairment s Brain Injury & Stroke s Cardiac Conditions: CHF, Arrhythmias s Chronic Pain s Multiple Sclerosis s Osteoporosis s Parkinson’s s Pneumonia s COPD Another benefit that sets Senior Health Associates apart is that the patients never have to sign a contract and never pay additional fees. Physician services are billed through Medicare and are covered by most insurance companies. There are so many advantages that Senior Health Associates brings to each patient and their families. Such advantages have predominantly appealed to the senior community – since most of the citizens who belong to this sector are bound to their homes and have mobility challenges that prevent them from travelling to a clinic, treatment center or hospital for health services. Seniors, through SHA, are able to receive continuity of care from doctors who can provide direct medical attention in the comfort of the senior’s home. To make a request for an SHA representative to visit you at home and see if Senior Health Associates is right for you, call them at 843.757.1173. Be sure to visit the website at www. SeniorHealthAssociates.com to see if there are openings in your area. Also, paperwork for admittance to the program can also be found online or through the SHA office.
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Dr. Frank Scarbrough What exactly is a oral and maxillofacial surgeon? To put it simply, they are dental specialists who diagnose and treat conditions, defects, injuries, and esthetic aspects of the mouth, teeth, jaws, and face. Two of the areas finest oral and maxillofacial surgeons are Drs. Frank Scarbrough and Michael Wilson, partners at Chatham Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, P.C. Together they work with patients with conditions such as problem wisdom teeth, facial pain and misaligned jaws, as well as treat accident victims suffering facial injuries, offer reconstructive and dental implant surgery, and care for patients with tumors and cysts of the jaws and functional and esthetic conditions of the maxillofacial areas. If that seems like a mouthful, well, it is! Rest assured both Dr. Scarbrough and Dr. Wilson have the training and
Dr. Michael Wilson experience to give their patients the best treatments possible. Both doctors also have specialized knowledge in pain control and advanced training in anesthesia, giving them the ability to provide quality care with maximum patient comfort and safety in an office setting. Dr. Scarbrough is a native of Savannah and still resides there with his wife, two sons and three dogs. In his spare time, he enjoys boating, hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. Prior to opening his practice in 2000, he completed his undergraduate studies at Mercer University and received his doctorate degree from the Medical College of Georgia. He completed his surgical internship at Charity Hospital/LSU Medical Center-Shreveport. He then returned to the Medical College of Georgia, where he completed his final four years of surgical training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
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Dr. Scarbrough is dual board certified by both the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology. He is an active member of the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, the American College of Oral Maxillofacial Surgeons, the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, the American Dental Association, and the Georgia Dental Association. He is licensed by the State of Georgia in Dentistry and in General Anesthesia. Dr. Michael Wilson also resides in Savannah with his wife and two children. In his spare time, he enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. In 2005, he joined the staff of Chatham Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and in 2008, he became a partner. He is a 1995 graduate of Clemson University, where he received a degree in Biological Sciences. In 2000,
he received his doctorate in Dental Medicine from the Medical University of South Carolina. Following dental school, Dr. Wilson completed a oneyear General Practice residency at the University of Texas. From there, he went on to the Medical College of Virginia, where he completed his internship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2002, then finished his OMS residency as Chief Resident in 2006. Dr. Wilson is an active member of The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, The American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, and The American Dental Association. Dr. Scarbrough’s vision for his practice was simple: to provide specialized, quality surgical care that extends beyond the scope of traditional dentistry. Both doctors and the entire staff is committed to providing only the highest quality of care and ensuring patients receive comprehensive
information on their diagnosis and treatment. and to better serve their patients a second Westside location was opened in Pooler in 2004. Both Dr. Scarbrough and Dr. Wilson maintain active staff privileges at Memorial Health University Medical Center. Some of the treatments the staff at Chatham Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery can perform includes: Dental Implants Wisdom Teeth Removal TMJ Disorders Corrective Jaw Surgery Facial Cosmetic Surgery Rest assured, no matter what help Dr. Scarbrough or Dr. Wilson can provide, they will take the time necessary to will review your medical history and perform a detailed examination. This thorough consult will result in an individualized treatment plan and answer all of your questions regarding your procedure.
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Choosing long-term care and/or rehabilitive care can become a daunting task with all of the choices available. At NHC Bluffton, that choice is simple because their world revolves around them, too. The surroundings are lush, the accommodations are luxurious, and the
ment that is consistently striving for excellence. By making these promises, NHC Bluffton is committed to providing the highest level of customer satisfaction. No, there is no place like home, but when unassisted living is no longer an option, NHC believes their Long
heimer’s disease is difficult enough, but in later stages of these illnesses watching after them can be almost impossible for one person. That’s why NHC created a specialized Memory Care Community in Bluffton. The mission of our staff of highlyskilled and compassionate Memory
Term Care comes pretty close. When it comes to residents, their focus is on the whole: body, mind and soul. Personal attention, social interaction, and expert care are on the daily agenda. NHC understands that watching a loved one suffer with dementia or Alz-
Care professionals is, first and foremost, to keep your loved one safe. Finally, let NHC help make the road to recovery after injury or surgery easier. Don’t travel this long and winding road alone. Grab hold of life as soon as possible.
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NHC Bluffton Administrator lifestyle is vibrant and varied, but what truly sets NHC Bluffton apart is their focus on and dedication to the wellbeing and independence of each of the residents, day by day, one by one. NHC’s family of caring and compassionate medical staff and caregivers are highly trained and experienced professionals who are personally dedicated to making the residents feel cared for and at home on a daily basis. Affiliates of National HealthCare Corporation have spent 40 years building their stellar reputation for providing outstanding, state-of-the-art medical care with the same level of personal attention one would receive from a family member. NHC created The Better Way philosophy in an effort to keep the bar of excellence consistently raised to its highest level, ensuring that each and every NHC resident receives unparalleled professional care and compassionate personal attention every single day. Based on 20 promises, The Better Way is NHC’s promise that loved ones are in a caring, compassionate environ32
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Live your life to the fullest Living fully at Life Care Center of Hilton Head
One day, you may reach that crossroads in life when a major surgery, illness or an unfortunate accident leaves you sitting on the sidelines. So, when the time comes to choose your short-term rehabilitation provider, make a wise choice and consider key features to ensure your recovery goals are met. • Advanced Technology — Your care should be left in the hands of a highly trained staff dedicated to treating you with the latest rehabilitation techniques. • Comforting Care — A quality care center never settles for less than your personal enjoyment. You’ll want a short-term therapy provider with
fine amenities, great dining services and activities to keep you active and entertained. • Personalized Programs — Whether it’s physical, occupational or speech therapy, you’ll want an experienced rehab team that creates an individualized care plan to help you achieve your unique wellness goals.
Your recovery is within reach. With programs designed to foster independence, at Life Care Center of Hilton Head, we put each patient first. Our deluxe care center offers specialty inpatient and outpatient programs, including: • physical, occupational, speech and orthopedic rehab programs • pain management and fall prevention plans • balance and strength retraining Our skilled, clinical team works in harmony to ensure that your quality of life is the best that it has ever been. Call to schedule a tour and learn how our team can help you get back to living life to the fullest.
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SouthCoast Health’s John Marrero By Eric Betts SouthCoast Health SouthCoast with the organization Health — the since they opened their Savannahdoors in 1996. As the based medical multi-specialty group’s organization Administrator, John has formerly known helped the organization as SouthCoast grow to encompass more Medical Group than 80 physicians and — may have 18 locations across the a new name Coastal Empire and Low and logo, but Country. their founding SouthCoast Health’s commitment motto — “Total to total patient Wellness for Life” — has John Marrero wellness remains consistently guided the the same. organization’s approach to patient No one knows this better than care. This is especially evident in John Marrero, who has been the wide range of health services
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that SouthCoast Health offers, which John maintains is essential to the organization’s patientcentered, coordinated care model. Of the many reasons for SouthCoast Health’s success, John is especially proud of the group’s commitment to progress. “I believe our success can be directly attributed to our unwillingness to settle for the status quo. Healthcare is constantly evolving, and we are committed to evolving with it in whatever way is needed to meet the needs of our patients.” For more information, visit www. SouthCoast-Health.com.
Social Security help when you need it By Janet Foerster jfoerster3@sc.rr.com I, Janet Foerster, am an experienced lawyer who has represented Social Security Disability and SSI Claimants since 1986. My law practice is dedicated solely to this area of the law. If you have been denied benefits, please do not delay in calling. Have questions? I will be happy to discuss your individual claim and explain the disability laws and procedures no matter where you are in the claims process. “I know only too well how stressful and devastating it can be when you are suffering from long term illness and/or injuries that prevent you from working. Likewise, the Social Security process is complicated, frustrating, and not easy to understand. I
provide my clients with prompt, kind and caring personal attention, as well as reliable legal services.� I am a local attorney who serves clients in Savannah, Chatham County, Effingham County, and all surrounding Georgia counties and locations. My office is located in the Abercorn Center, 6555 Abercorn Street, Savannah (912-3188149). I am a resident of Bluffton, S.C., and I meet with my clients at convenient locations all over
Beaufort, Jasper and Hampton Counties, including Hilton Head Island, Hardeeville, Sun City and Ridgeland, etc. (843-705-6161).
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EMERGENCY DIAL 911 Police Department Bluffton 843-706-4550 Hardeeville 843-726-7777 Hilton Head 843-842-4111
South Carolina Electric & Gas 1-800-251-7234 Suburban Propane 843-681-3919 Telephone Hargray Phone Services 843-314-1501—Hilton Head 843-815-1600—Bluffton 843-379-9000—Beaufort 912-820-0009—Savannah
Fire Department Bluffton 843-757-2800 Daufuskie 843-785-2116 Hardeeville 843-784-3229 Hilton Head 843-682-5100 Levy 843-784-2543
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EMERGENCY INFORMATION Beaufort County Federal Bureau of Investigation 843-815-2180 Drug Enforcement Administration 843-986-0457 Jasper County Silent Witness 1-800-446-1006 Palmetto Poison Center 1-800-222-1222 South Carolina PAL (Program Assistance Line for State Services) 1-803-734-2050 – Voice & TDD US Coast Guard Marine & Air Emergencies 1-843-724-7616—Charleston 1-912-786-5106—Tybee Island, GA Emergency 1-912-786-5440—Tybee Island, GA Non Emergency
Water Broad Creek Public Service District 843-785-7582 Hardeeville Waste & Water Treatment 843-784-3256 Hilton Head Public Service District 843-681-5525
St. Joseph’s Hospital 912-819-4100
The Surgery Center of Beaufort 843-322-5800
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AMBULANCE SERVICES Air Ambulance Network 800-327-1966 MedCenter Air 800-421-9195
Personal Care Ambulance 877-763-1222
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IMPORTANT NUMBERS American Cancer Society 1-800-ACS-2345
South Island Public Service District 843-785-6224
American Heart Association 843-681-2355
HOSPITALS Beaufort Memorial Hospital 843-522-5200
American Red Cross 843-757-7437
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Bluffton-Okatie Outpatient Center 843-705-8800 Candler Hospital 912-819-6000 Care Call at St. Joseph’s/Candler 1-800-622-6877 Coastal Carolina Hospital 843-784-8000 Hilton Head Regional Medical Center 843-681-6122
Beaufort County Alcohol & Drug Abuse Department 843-757-1500 Beaufort County Environmental Health Department 843-525-7627 Citizens Opposed to Domestic Abuse 1-800-868-CODA (1-800-868-2632) Deep Well Crisis Center 843-785-2849 Domestic Violence Hotline 843-706-4567 Fish and Wildlife Service 912-652-4415—Savannah 843-784-6751--Hardeeville
Wildlife Law Enforcement 1-800-922-5431
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UTILITIES Electric Companies Palmetto Electric Cooperative, Inc. 843-681-5551 1-800-922-5551
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children 1-800-843-5678
South Carolina Electric & Gas 1-800-251-7234
National Runaway Switchboard 1-800-RUN-AWAY (1-800-786-2929)
Gas Companies Palmetto Gas 843-379-6200
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National HOPE Line Network 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)
Outpatient Surgery Center of Hilton Head 843-682-5050
Secret Service 843-724-4691
resources ALZHEIMERS CARE Memory Matters 843-842-6688
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AMBULANCE SERVICES Air Ambulance Network 800-327-1966 MedCenter Air 800-421-9195
South Carolina Cancer Specialists, PA 843-689-2895—Hilton Head 843-208-2895---Hardeeville Summit Cancer Care PC 843-784-7777—Hardeeville 1-800-699-9627
Personal Care Ambulance 877-763-1222 ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES Bloom at Belfair 843-815-5350 843-815-2338
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CANCER CARE CENTERS Nancy N & J C Lewis Cancer and Research Pavillion 912-819-2277
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CHIROPRACTORS Bluffton Family Chiropractic 843-706-3472
Carolina Chiropractic & Holistic Center 843-706-2847
Broad Creek 843-341-7300 Bloom at Bluffton 843-815-2555 Bloom at Hilton Head 843-342-5599 Hawthorne Inn at Hilton Head 843-342-6565 Palm Meadows Court 843-342-7122
Ear, Nose & Throat Associates of Savannah 912-351-3030 Palmetto Ear, Nose & Throat, PA 843-681-2300
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ELDER LAW Svalina Law Firm 843-837-7800—Bluffton 843-524-0333---Beaufort
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EYE HEALTH Palmetto Eye Specialists 843-842-2020
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FAMILY HEALTH CARE Comprehensive Family Care 843-341-3232
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Discover Chiropractic 843-689-2273
FINANCIAL PLANNING Sterne Agee 912-598-8998
Main Street Health Center 843-342-3333
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Off-Island Chiropractic 843-815-3400 Palmetto Chiropractic & Sports Health Center 843-757-9950
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CYCLING CENTERS Euro Bike Boutique 843-342-3876
Palm Meadows Village 843-689-9143
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HEART CENTERS Cardiology Associates of Savannah 912-927-3434---St Joseph’s Medical Center Hilton Head Heart, PA 843-682-2800---Hilton Head 843-815-5661---Bluffton Savannah Cardiology 843-682-2740---Hilton Head/Okatie 912-352-8700---Savannah The Seabrook of Hilton Head 843-842-3747 AUTISM CARE and SERVICES Autism, Inc. 843-706-0830
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EAR, NOSE & THROAT Beaufort ENT & Allergy 843-525-6622
Savannah Vascular & Cardiac Institute 912-352-8346
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HOME HEALTH SERVICES Amedisys Home Health Services 843-681-7605
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Burke’s Main Street Pharmacy 843-681-2652
Childrens of Alabama 205-939-9100
Comfort Keepers 843-757-7731
Coastal Carolina Medical Center 843-784-8000
Home Instead Senior Care 843-842-3372
Hilton Head Regional Medical Center 843-681-6122
Hospice Care of the Lowcountry 843-706-2296—Bluffton 843-342-8919---Hilton Head Island
Memorial University Medical Center 912-350-8000
Right at Home Health Services 843-815-7890
Outpatient Surgery Center of Hilton Head 843-682-5050 St. Joseph’s Hospital 912-819-4100 The Surgery Center of Beaufort 843-322-5800
MEALS ON WHEELS/NUTRITION CENTERS Jasper County Council on Aging 843-726-5601
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Hilton Head Natural Medicine Center 843-842-4737 MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES Beaufort Medical Equipment 843-379-2800
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Burke’s Main Street Pharmacy 843-681-2652 Low Country Home Oxygen 843-342-3423 Savannah Mobility Sales 912-233-1050 MULTISPECIALTY CARE
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HOSPITALIZATION, MEDICAL AND SURGICAL PLANS Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina 843-785-2101---Hilton Head 843-521-4000---Beaufort 843-837-0950---Bluffton
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HOMEMAKER SERVICES Home Instead Senior Care 843-842-3372
Coastal Plains Insurance 843-785-7733---Hilton Head Island 843-706-3006---Bluffton
Jasper County Department of Social Services 843-726-7747
Golden Age 843-689-3100
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HOSPICE Hospice Care of the Lowcountry 843-342-8919—Hilton Head Island 843-706-2296---Bluffton Hospice Care of South Carolina 800-932-2738 Tidewater Hospice 843-757-9388
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NURSING HOMES Broad Creek Care Center 843-341-7300
Hub International SE 843-785-2101—Hilton Head 843-837-8000---Bluffton Lowcountry Insurance Services, Inc 843-815-2121
Life Care Center of Hilton Head 843-681-6006
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HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY Hyperbaric Therapy of The Lowcountry 843-681-3300 MASSAGE THERAPISTS Island Medical Spa 843-689-3322
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Massage Therapy Associates 843-683-2273 Massage Therapy, Inc 843-785-7822 Ocean Tides Spa 843-341-8056
The Preston Health Center 843-689-7077
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ORTHOPEDIC SERVICES Low Country Spine & Sport 843-208-2420 Optim Orthopedics 912-644-5300 The Sport & Spine Institute 843-836-7022
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PATHOLOGY SERVICES Professional Pathology Services, PC 803-252-1913
PEDIATRICIANS ......................... Coastal Pediatrics 843-757-7336 Bluffton 843-671-7336 Hilton Head
Palmetto Pediatrics of The Low Country 843-706-3206 Savannah Pediatric Surgery 912-350-7914 Seaside Pediatrics of Bluffton 843-757-8663
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PHARMACIES Burke’s Main Street Pharmacy 843-681-2622
Stephens Compounding Pharmacy 843-686-3735
Hilton Head Adult /Pediatric Rehab 843-682-7300 Island Physical Therapy & Sports Rehabilitation 843-342-3012
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RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES Savannah Square Retirement Community 912-927-7550
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SENIOR CENTERS & SERVICES Hilton Head Island Senior Center 843-785-6444
PLASTIC SURGERY CENTER Savannah Plastic Surgery 912-351-5050
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES United Way 843-837-2000
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United Way Volunteer Center 843-982-3040 WEIGHT LOSS
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Jasper County Council on Aging 843-726-5601 Senior Services of Beaufort County 843-524-1787 SLEEP DISORDER CENTERS Coastal Neurology 843-522-1420
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Hilton Head Neurology 843-681-4966 SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY
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PHYSICIAN FINDER Beaufort Memorial 877-532-6472
UNIFORM RETAILERS Scrubs Plus, LLC 843-290-7036
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WHEELCHAIRS-LIFTS, RAMPS & ACCESSIBLE VANS Beaufort Medical Equipment 843-379-2800
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Burke’s Main Street Pharmacy 843-681-2652
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Personal Care Ambulance 877-763-1222
RECREATION CENTERS Hilton Head Island Recreation 843-681-7273
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REHABILITATION CENTERS Broad Creek Care Center 843-341-7300
Coastal Carolina Hospital 843-784-8000
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SUPPORT GROUPS Hilton Head Deep Well Project 843-785-2849
Jasper County Council on Aging 843-726-5601 Memory Matters 843-842-6688
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TRANSPORTATION Friends with Wheels (Medical Only) 843-681-2580 Personal Care Ambulance 877-763-1222
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Savannah Square is an active senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation all on one campus, with no buy-in! Step inside Savannah Square’s doors and discover charming senior living with an emphasis on living! Delight in the park-like setting and Five Star cuisine, pursue your passions and enjoy a maintenance and worry-free lifestyle. The many affordable residential options available at Savannah Square include spacious clubhouse apartment homes and cottages up to 1586 sq. ft. Call today to join us for an art class, car show, lecture series, fishing trip, golf or spa outing, meal or happy hour. You’ll be glad you did!
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