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Lifestyle Letter

Here's To Health!

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ith the New Year now upon us, it seems like we have instantly gone from the carefree indulgences of the December holidays to the urgency of having to set resolutions, most of which center on leading a healthier lifestyle. But what really defines health? When prompted with the phrase “Health Is…” one could indeed come up with a vast array of answers to fit the bill. Health is eating your veggies with dinner, drinking more water, cutting down on alcohol, exercising regularly, seeing the doctor for a check-up, and the list goes on. With everything out there about how to live a healthier lifestyle, it almost seems impossible to get to an ideal state of health.

Tired of trying to fit the mold of what was considered the standard definition of health, I decided to explore what being healthy really means to me, which took me back on a journey to my high school days running cross country and track. I know it sounds cliché, but I really was in the best shape of my life during that time, both mentally and physically. There was just something so calming and serene about getting out there in nature (if you can consider the desert nature) with just the sound of dirt crunching under my feet and my heartbeat pounding in my ears—time seemed to stand still and the whole world became a blur as I got lost in my thoughts. The feeling after was even better, when I would be so exhausted that my legs felt like lead and sweat streaming down from my forehead dripped into my eyes. Yet, I also felt a great sense of accomplishment; that I had pushed my body and that I knew I could do it again tomorrow. For me, that feeling is the ultimate definition of health.

However, as we are not all the same, I invite you to find your own definition of health this month, with a little guidance from some of the stories featured in this issue, such as wellness guides and step-by-step yoga poses from Ocotillo Village Health Club & Spa, advice from the experts at Cielo Aesthetics & Wellness and a serene Sedona spa.

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Locally Owned

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Healhty Lifestyle

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Travel Destination

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Trend Setter

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Local Limelight

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Parting Thoughts

20 A World of Wellness

Patient-Centered Medical Healing at Cielo Aesthetics & Wellness

23 Love Your Body

This New Year Take Your Health and Fitness Game to the Next Level

26 The Real Men of Chandler

Two Best Friends Open Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Chandler

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Good Times

7th Annual Chandler Chuck Wagon Cook-Off

This beloved local event had a record attendance of over 5,000 people who came to enjoy the beautiful weather, along with the sights, tastes and smells of the 1880s wagon trail, all benefitting the Chandler Museum and Tumbleweed Ranch.

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Devils Doing Good Charity Event

A successful event hosted by Devils Doing Good for The Chandler CARE Center. The Ostrich was the perfect venue to bring the community together for a great charity. Remember to follow Devils Doing Good on Facebook. TONIA JOHNSTON PHOTOGRAPHY

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Good Times

KB Kornhole Games

Over 400 local residents gathered at Majerle’s Sports Grill in Chandler for a fun-filled day of entertainment and to participate in the Kornhole tournament benefitting LiveLikeLexi’s inaugural charity event.

Toyota Pays off Vehicles for Three Local Soldiers

Scion by Toyota, in partnership with Toyota Financial Services and the Valley Toyota Dealers Association, surprised three local soldiers by buying out their current two-year lease on each of their 2014 Scion by Toyota xB vehicles at Big Two Toyota of Chandler on Veteran's Day.

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BOOK INSPIRES BIG THINKING

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Commission, from 2006 to 2010 there were 684 incidents involving children younger than five-years-old drowning in products such as bathtubs, buckets, bath seats, toilets and landscaping features. More than 400 of these incidents were fatal, and after pools, bathtubs are the second leading location where young children drown.

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The Desert Botanical Garden is pleased to announce that it has recently broken ground on a new, expanded butterfly exhibit. Opening in March 2017, the new Butterfly Pavilion will

be located on the Harriet K. Maxwell Desert Wildflower Loop Trail and will feature hundreds of live butterflies, as well as a caterpillar nursery and emergence chamber.

The Garden’s newest exhibit will provide visitors an opportunity for up close interaction with butterflies while learning about their role as pollinators, characteristics of the butterfly in different lifecycles, and conservation efforts to protect them. For more information, please visit DBG.org.

BALLET ARIZONA’S DANCE WITH ME GALA Plans are currently in the works for Ballet Arizona’s Dance With Me Gala.

The event is one of the nonprofit’s largest fundraisers of the season and is dedicated to raising money for Ballet Arizona education and community outreach programs.

Themed as Dance With Me, the night will include performances from Ballet Arizona.

Artistic Director, Ib Andersen, and School of Ballet Arizona Director, Carlos Valcarcel are collaborating on a performance that will show the audience the journey of a prima ballerina, or one who is considered the lead and the most exceptional dancer in their generation. For more information, please visit BalletAZ.org.

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Locally Owned

BREATHE EASY RELAX AND UNWIND AT TWO OF CHANDLER'S MOST INNOVATIVE SPAS ARTICLE ALISON STANTON | PHOTOGRAPHY TONIA JOHNSTON PHOTOGRAPHY

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fter the hustle and bustle of a busy holiday season, most people are ready to start the New Year by kicking back a bit and relaxing. Thanks to two Chandler businesses, local residents can now find great ways to unwind and pamper themselves—not just this month, but all year long.

TRUE REST CHANDLER FLOAT SPA

“Lights and music are optional; those features can also help. There

Jill Willhoite and her husband, John, opened True REST Chandler

is no wrong way to float, so do what makes you comfortable,” she says,

Float Spa in May, 2016. They offer a spa-like environment where

adding that the procedure can definitely help with pain and stress relief.

people are in their own private suite, which includes a 12-inch rain

“The Epsom salts calm down inflammation in the body, so

shower and their own personal float pod.

many people get tremendous relief from conditions such as arthritis

“Imagine floating in a big, egg-shaped pod filled with about 1,000

and back pain, and it helps them to easily go into a deep brainwave

pounds of pharmaceutical grade magnesium sulfate (Epsom salts)

state—like a deep meditation—and get better sleep. It also detoxifies

and 160 gallons of water, heated to skin temperature,” Jill says.

the body, helps with injury recovery, and is great for dermatological

“Wearing nothing but ‘your birthday suit,’ or a bathing suit, if that's your preference, the Epsom salts get absorbed easily into the body through the skin while you float for an hour, virtually gravity free.”

For people who are concerned about being closed in, they can place a rolled-up hand towel on the pod to partially prop the large lid open, or they may also keep the lid fully open.

conditions such as psoriasis and eczema; and so much more.”

For additional treatments, there are two oxygen bars in the Oasis Room filled with eight different scents, for after-float continued relaxation and to help people re-energize.

To ward off the chill of winter days, Willhoite also provides herbal tea that she says consistently gets rave reviews.

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Carrie and Matt

HAND AND STONE SPA Another local business geared toward relaxation and wellness also opened in May of last year— Hand and Stone Spa of Chandler, owned by Carrie Dawson and her husband Mark. Mark’s son Matt, helps Carrie with the day-to-day management.

“The purpose of our entire business is relaxation, rejuvenation and personal wellness,” Carrie says.

“Our signature service is the Hot Stone Massage, where our licensed therapists use warm riverbed stones as an extension of their hands to provide warmth and just the right amount of pressure and movement to the muscles during the massage, allowing for deeper impact and relaxation.”

The Hot Stone Massage also offers service enhancements to provide relaxation as well as recovery.

“If you have headaches, TMJ, sinus congestion or migraines, we have services to add to your massage or facial to help with that,” Carrie says, adding that their Peppermint Scalp Massage “does wonders” to relieve tension headaches and exhaustion.

“Our Cold Stone Face Massage melts away the pain from migraines or TMJ. And everyone knows lavender aromatherapy promotes a deep relaxation, but did you know that eucalyptus can relieve congestion that comes with winter colds and allergies?”

To help address the impact of dry, cool winter weather, Hand and Stone Massage’s team of licensed estheticians provide customized facials.

“We offer Rejuvenating, Collagen and Detox Facials that remove dull, dead skin, infuse just the right amount of moisture and provide a beautiful glow for special occasions or for every day,” she says.

Hand and Stone Spa is located at 2925 S. Alma School Drive, Suite 6, Chandler.

For more information, call 480.665.5600 or visit HandAndStone.com.

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Healhty Lifestyle

A World of Wellness

Geri Jones, NP; Lindsey Szczepanski, NP; Kyle Graber, RN; Joan Olcott RN; Cindy Shorts, CLT/Reception; Jessica Weil, LE; Chelsea Welsh, NP

ARTICLE ALISON STANTON

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ince the day Cielo Aesthetics & Wellness first opened for

medications that suppress the symptoms but may not address the

business, their caring and experienced staff has been com-

underlying cause of the problem.

mitted to offering outstanding services to clients, leading to

positive changes in their lives.

Here, Kyle Graber, RN/CLT/LE and Geri Jones, NP, discuss their popular Wellness Program:

A Functional Medicine provider uses a holistic view of the body’s biochemistry, focusing on prevention and health along with promoting lifestyle changes and treatments that address the root cause of the dysfunction. It’s a highly cost-effective option for patients, as it offers sustainable solutions from a vibrant field of scientific informa-

Q: WHAT IS THE WELLNESS PROGRAM AND HOW DOES IT WORK?

A: Cielo’s Wellness Program is founded on the principles of

tion, which challenges providers to think with an integrative approach, act consciously and prescribe less.

Functional Medicine, which is patient-centered medical healing at its best; where the focus is on you and your health. Functional Medicine

Q: WHY IS FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE SO EFFECTIVE IN TREATING

is making big waves within the field of healthcare. Think of it as the

THE MILLIONS OF AMERICANS DEALING WITH CHRONIC DISEASE?

ultimate therapeutic relationship, where we work together to dig deep and find out the root cause of your symptoms.

A: Functional Medicine asks key questions such as “What is the root cause of the problem?” “Why is the function impaired?” and

During an appointment, the exam is thorough and patient-cen-

“What can we do to restore function back to balance?” Millions of

tered, taking you, the whole person, into account and looking at your

Americans suffer from chronic conditions including allergy, digestion,

unique history, environment, lifestyle and any other underlying fac-

hormonal, metabolic, auto-immune, psychological and neurological

tors. The best news is that we do our best to get you on your life-long

problems, and thankfully many are now finding effective solutions

path to wellness without prescription drugs.

within the field of Functional Medicine.

It’s true and effective healthcare, and we’ve witnessed thousands

Q: SO HOW IS FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE DIFFERENT FROM TO-

of patients return to good health and vitality by putting the philos-

DAY’S CONVENTIONAL WESTERN MEDICAL SYSTEM?

ophies to use. By incorporating lifestyle changes, nutrition, supple-

A: Conventional Medicine is disease-oriented and effectively

ments, stress reduction tools and other medicinal strategies, includ-

separates patient care into specialized fields of medicine, whereas

ing bioidentical hormone replacement, we go beyond the current

Functional Medicine looks at the whole picture, including lifestyle

crisis care model by truly preventing and healing chronic diseases.

and unique biochemical factors, to identify the underlying causes of disease and to find treatments that promote health and vitality.

Traditionally, a medical doctor prescribes drugs as therapeutic tools to deal with dysfunction or disease, and uses as standard model

We believe the body is intelligent, can heal, and can prevent nearly all of the “age” related diseases. It is important for our patients to know that health is not just absence of disease, but a state of greater vitality.

of care for various conditions like low thyroid, diabetes, high blood pressure, etc. Referrals to specialists and medical bills begin to add

Cielo Aesthetics & Wellness is located at 2204 S. Dobson Road, Suite 205,

up because care is geared toward expensive medical treatments or

Mesa. For more information, call 480.494.5173 or visit CieloAesthetics.com.

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This New Year Take Your Health and Fitness Game to the Next Level ARTICLE TERESA K. TRAVERSE | PHOTOGRAPHY TONIA JOHNSTON PHOTOGRAPHY

f one of your New Year’s resolutions includes getting in shape, the

A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

experts at Chandler’s Ocotillo Village Health Club & Spa are here to

TRY TO EXERCISE FOUR TO FIVE TIMES PER WEEK

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help. From eating throughout the day to lifting lighter weights to start

with, these tips will keep you healthy and fit for the months ahead.

EATING RIGHT FOCUS ON FOOD QUALITY

Isaac Rios, chef and café manager of the Village’s on-site café, The

Rodney Kinney, director of programs and events at Ocotillo Village Health Club & Spa, recommends that those looking to lose weight perform 30 minutes to one hour of mixed cardio and strength exercises at least four to five times a week. Then, after your gym session, eat some protein like a chicken sandwich or smoothie to fuel your body.

“Anybody that works out at least 45 minutes to an hour should

Late View, says you want to focus on eating high-quality foods. Try

always try to grab some type of protein,” Kinney says.

incorporating as many whole grains, fresh vegetables, fruits and lean

REST

meats into your diet as possible.

EAT THROUGHOUT THE DAY

It might seem counterintuitive, but you’ll want to eat small meals throughout the day to keep your metabolism high.

“Rest is part of a training plan. Off days are super important,” says Kinney. If you trained hard one day, give yourself the next day off. Your muscles need those off days to recover fully.

MAKE A BIG CHANGE

“If you’re feeding yourself continually throughout the day, it’s like

“You have to make that kind of a lifestyle change. You will not see

a campfire; you’re always feeding it pieces of wood to keep your

anything happen to you if you do not do it for at least three to six

metabolism on fire,” says Rios. If you skip meals, your body will hold

months minimum,” Kinney says. “If you exercise on a regular basis,

onto fat, thinking it’s starving.

eat right, get enough sleep and do it regularly for at least six months,

OPT FOR WHOLE FATS

anybody will see benefits from that, guaranteed.”

“In general, buying whole milk or whole fat is a much better bet,”

Ocotillo Village Health Club & Spa is located at 4200 S Alma School

says Rios. “Many of the low-fat or non-fat options contain sugar,

Road, Chandler. For more information, please visit VillageClubs.com

which is worse for you than fat.”

or call 480.656.0045.

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LOVE YOUR BODY (CON TI N U ED)

Ocotillo Village Health Club & Spa Yoga Instructor Mary Simmons Details Her Favorite Go-To Yoga Poses

HALF MONKEY: HOLD 1-2 MINUTES -

Hello hamstrings! This pose also stretches the calves, opens the toe joints and stretches the soles of the feet.

BUTTERFLY: HOLD UP TO 5 MINUTES –

This pose opens the hips and the lower spine while also stretching the hamstrings.

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SUPPORTED BRIDGE HOLD 3- 5 MINUTES, OR UP TO 10 MINUTES–

For this pose, you will need a yoga block or a folded blanket or towel. It decompresses the lower back and spine from the weight of sitting on the bike seat and rounding over.

LEG EXTENSION WITH STRAP

HOLD UP TO 5 MINUTES –

Release and decompress your lower back and hip with this pose. It also loosens the hamstrings (although that is not the focus of this pose). For the pose, cross your leg 10-12 inches to the opposite side, which opens the lateral hip and top of the IT Band.

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The Real Men Two Best Friends Open Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Chandler ARTICLE MICHELLE TALSMA EVERSON PHOTOGRAPHY DAVID APEJI

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of Chandler

erek Dodd and Craig Paschich are best friends and business

Drafthouse Cinema became a family affair. Dodd’s wife, Crystal, and

partners. While some may shy away from mixing their per-

Paschich’s wife, Kim, are both actively involved in the business. The

sonal and professional lives, these two wouldn’t have it any other

Dodds’ children, Landon and Aden, and the Paschichs’ offspring, Ty

way. In fact, their bond is so strong that they both moved their

and Sydney, are regulars at the new location as well.

families from Texas to Chandler to open up Arizona’s first Alamo Drafthouse Cinema.

So what is the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema? Paschich describes it as a “neighborhood theater,” but emphasizes that it’s so much more.

“I’ve been a part of the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema company for

“For most Metro Phoenix residents, this is the first they're learning

almost 10 years. I’ve helped to build the company and build the brand

or hearing about Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, so it's really exciting to

from five to about 26 locations nationwide,” explains Paschich, a part-

introduce what we, as a company of true film lovers, are all about,”

ner with the new Chandler location. “I knew it was time for us to do

says Chandler Creative Manager Lauren Knight. “From black-and-

this [move to Arizona] so it wasn’t much of a leap of faith to move out

white classics to new restorations to interactive movie parties to the

here on our own. We have family here and it was a great opportunity

weird and wonderful, we'll have something for everyone.”

to bring the brand to a new area.”

Dodd, who has worked with the brand for several years as well, says he joined Paschich in his move from Texas to Arizona because he was excited for the chance to work together and the potential for business ownership.

The Chandler theater features a total of nine screens with more than 950 seats, as well as a full-service bar and kitchen, in-theater dining, and a strictly enforced no-talking/no-texting policy. “ The Alamo Drafthouse Cinema has first-run movies and events, amazing food, beer and wine, and more; all while still

“Moving away from Texas was hard, but the reason we moved

being comparably priced to movies and casual dining in the

was easy,” Dodd explains. “We also have kids the same age, so we

area,” Paschich says. “We want to make it easier for families to

have a lot in common.”

come to the movies more often.”

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Both also emphasize that the decision to open the Alamo

Drafthouse Cinema in Chandler was part business and part personal.

Paschich explains that it involved some market research, but also knowing that both families wanted to live in Chandler.

“My kids love it here [in Chandler],” says Dodd. “The reception to the new business has been unbelievable.”

Because most people in the area may not have heard of the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, both Dodd and Paschich welcome guests to stop by to ask questions, or for impromptu tours.

Way more than movie munchies, the people behind the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema hope that it not only becomes known locally for its unique theater experience, but for its delicious cuisine as well.

With several years of culinary experience under his belt, Chef Nate Collins is in charge of the theater’s fare.

“Guests can expect to get quality and consistent food that appeals to a variety of palates,” he explains. “… [Personally,] I really enjoy our black bean dip, our brie and onion burger, and I can never turn down a slice of fresh-made pizza and some crispy wings.”

Collins adds that guests should check out the theater’s upcoming feast events too.

“I invite everyone to come enjoy one of our feasts,” he says. “Our feasts consist of food, beer or wine, paired with a specific movie.

These events allow us to not only display the culinary talents we have, but it also allows us to distance ourselves from the competition using food and film to guide us as we provide great experiences.”

To learn more about Chandler’s new Alamo Drafthouse Cinema (located on the corner of Arizona Ave. and Chandler Heights), visit Drafthouse.com.

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Salt & Serenity SEDONA HEALTH SPA OFFERS INNOVATIVE APPROACHES TO LONG-TERM WELLNESS ARTICLE DANIELLE ACCOVELLI | PHOTOGRAPHY MANDY HANK

W

hile traveling up the winding highway leading to Sedona one will inevitably pass the small, quaint Village of Oak Creek. Here, popping out of the picturesque red rocks, lies a brightly-colored shopping center with storefronts in vivid hues of natural green, tan, red and orange housing a mix of eclectic, locally owned stores and restaurants. The Collective Sedona, as it’s aptly named, is the brainchild of Thomas McPherson, who envisioned a connective, community-like experience where both visitors and locals alike can come together to take in Sedona’s boundless beauty.

One of The Collective Sedona’s newest additions, the Sedona Health Spa, has taken McPherson’s vision for the complex to the next level. The quaint spa boasts a friendly, knowledgeable staff and features transformative mind, body and spirit wellness programs that channel the healing power of the red rocks.

“My vision for the spa is really looking into long-term, big picture wellness and how we can provide services that do that,” says General Manager Shawn Healy. “We want to help people with the things their bodies need help with so that they can feel good in their daily lives. To give them something they can take home with them and share with the people they come across.”

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Along with being dedicated to providing big picture wellness, the Sedona Health Spa is unique in another aspect too; it houses one of the only salt rooms in Northern Arizona. The concept of salt therapy is a fairly new one, yet over the years has proven to work wonders for a wide variety of ailments, including everything from respiratory illness to skin issues to mood. The practice originated in the salt caves of Wieliczka, Poland after miners working in there began to experience fewer respiratory illnesses than those working at other sites.

“What they found was that these salts, particularly Himalayan Sea Salt and other mineral-based salts, worked with the minerals in our bodies to contribute to overall improved health,” says Healy.

And all it takes is one 45-minute salt therapy session to start feeling the benefits. Begin the treatment by stepping inside the salt room—a serene space with walls covered in shimmering pieces of light pink Himalayan sea salt and sunlight streaming in through a large window.

Then, simply sit down, relax and let the salt work its healing magic.

“While you sit, our Halo Generator blows out these microscopic salt particles that you breathe in,” says Healy. “The idea is that these charged particles connect with your body to elevate mood and help with other health issues.”

Aside from salt therapy, the Sedona Health Spa offers a bevy of other treatments as well. These include massage therapy, Ayurvedic medicine and yoga, acupuncture and meditation classes, among others. All strive to incorporate the natural beauty and serenity of Sedona into their programs.

“It’s hard not to be induced into this state of mediation while you are here because it’s just so beautiful and stimulating,” says Healy.

“And that’s what we want; to have people come in and just have that feeling of being settled and for all that visual input to be seamless.”

Yet for Healy, it really all comes down to fostering long-term, life-changing wellness.

“We want them to be their best selves, and half of that is physical and half of that is mental. So we try to provide services that interconnect to do that,” he says. “At the end of the day you have one life to live and we want to help people live their best.” Now that is true healing.

The Collective Sedona is located at 7000 AZ-179, Sedona, AZ 86351.

For more information, please visit SedonaHealthSpa.com or TheCollectiveSedona.com.

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The Chandler International Film Festival, January 13th-15th, is an innovative celebration of cinema featuring screenings of more than 100 award-winning movies submitted by up-and-coming filmmakers.

"We are bringing in an eclectic mix of people from all over the world to Chandler to celebrate the magic of cinema and showcase our beautiful city", said CIFF Creator and Director, Mitesh Patel, who hand-picked Chandler over several other cities vying to host the festival. "Chandler is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, but remains a tight-knit community. Everyone has been very supportive, from the city to the business leaders and general public. We are looking forward to being here for a very long time."

Throughout the year, the 100 plus films selected for the festival have been submitted, screened and selected for awards such as “Best Picture of the Month” and winners are announced on the CIFF website. All monthly "Best Picture" winners are screened at this annual event to compete for “Best of the Best Picture”, a trophy and a distribution offer.

"We want to encourage emerging movie makers to continue creating by appreciating their work and giving them the recognition they deserve", said Patel, himself a film Producer and Director. "We perform a comprehensive evaluation process and select the highest quality films. Only the best ones make it into the festival."

The CIFF will kick off Friday, January 13 at 5:30 with a "CHANDLERWOOD" Red Carpet Gala, where guests will dress in formal attire and join filmmakers, actors, actresses, business leaders and city officials to walk the red carpet on their way into a welcoming cocktail party complete with hors d'oeuvres and music.

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At 7pm the opening ceremony will begin with a sit down dinner, a special message from Mayor Jay Tibshraeny and a ribbon cutting with the Chandler Chamber of Commerce. Jim Grieshaber of JAMM7 and iHeart Radio will be the emcee.

The festival also includes industry workshops and after-parties all weekend and a dinner with movie screening Saturday night. The special Awards Ceremony will be held on Sunday evening where the "Viewers Choice" award will be announced, voted on by movie-goers throughout the weekend.

"All of us at JAMM7 are honored to be a part of bringing the CIFF to our incredible city", Grieshaber said, “It's been an absolute blast working with Mitesh and his team.” JAMM7 Co-Founder Melissa Anaya adds, “Get ready for an amazing weekend of food, fun, music and great movies!"

"This is a very important event for us as a city with a deep commitment to the arts", added Terri Kimble, President and CEO of the Chandler Chamber of Commerce.

A portion of the proceeds will go to Valley Youth Theatre, a professional-quality theatre company dedicated to helping young people achieve their full potential through meaningful engagement, education, and excellence in the performing arts.

All events will be held downtown at SoHo 63. Tickets are on sale now at ChandlerFilmFestival.com, with single admission prices starting at just $12. The GOLD PASS ($125) allows unlimited admission all weekend.

VIP options are also available.

Chandler-based JAMM7 is the official Marketing and Event Management company of the festival.

Chandler Lifestyle magazine if the official Media Sponsor.

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After completing his service, Howe returned to his hometown and practiced general medicine and obstetrics for 39 years. During his first 10 years, he helped bring more than 3,500 babies into the world.

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ing progressive memory loss or dementia.

“What I love about our program is the individual cognitive placement, where the residents can be engaged with other people with the same cognition level,” says Gretchen Wentz, executive director of Chandler Memory Care.

Wentz started out in the industry 20 years ago, and was one of the toward bringing likeminded people together.

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The caregivers at the community are certified through the State of Arizona and provide around- the-clock care. They help with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming and toileting, as well as at meal time and with laundry. They may assist with something complicated like a transfer from a chair to a bed, or something as simple as reading a book.

“They were people before they got this disease,” says Wentz. “They were talented, and we have to remember who they were before this.”

One resident worked for NASA and helped get the first person on the moon. He’s fond of books about space.

Oftentimes someone with memory loss will remember parts of their life from years past, but not remember what they did minutes ago.

“We will go back to what makes them tick,” says Wentz.

While their caregivers are all certified professionals, family and friends also play an important role in the residents’ lives. Chandler Memory Care recently hosted a Thanksgiving celebration the week before the holiday so family could enjoy it without the guilt that comes along with not being able to be at home together. While there are only 55 residents, 110 families gathered to spend the day together.

“We welcome families and would like them to come in and have parties, sing songs and spend time together,” says Wentz. “Chandler Memory Care is really home for the residents, their families, the staff – we are one big happy family.”

MEMORIES

Dementia doesn’t diminish one’s accomplishments and accolades.

It doesn’t take away the medal Howe earned for saving that officer’s life or the “Heart of Gold” the hospital staff presented to him upon his retirement for his compassionate care of patients and their families. What it does do, however, is rob people of their memories.

It’s our job as family and friends to be patient and spend time listening to the stories they do remember, to give a gentle nudge to help them remember the things they love and to help keep the forgotten memories alive through joint experiences.

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