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THE LISA VOGEL AGENCY A TRUE AT HOME FAMILY PARTNER

TREASURE HUNT AT THE SMITHSONIAN CRAFT SHOW

SURROUNDS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE + CONSTRUCTION

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FEATURES 08 The Lisa Vogel Agency A True Partner for the Family

20 Treasure Hunt Finding Perfection at the Smithsonian Craft Show

26 The Beauty Of Nature Surrounds You Intricate Outdoor Living Environments

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A TRUE PARTNER FOR THE FAMILY

FOR LISA VOGEL, HOME CARE IS ABOUT MORE

suffered from physical ailments and her grandfa-

THAN HEALTH CARE; IT’S ABOUT CONNECTING

ther was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s at

CAREGIVERS AND PATIENTS TO HELP FAMILIES.

50-years-old. She remembers the constant concern

Lisa describes her business as a match-making

her parents had worrying about the quality of care her

service that carefully matches its caregivers with its

grandparents were receiving in their nursing home.

patients. She started her agency twelve years ago in

With her family’s history of caring for aging rela-

Baltimore and last year opened an office servicing

tives, Lisa set out to develop a home care model that

Montgomery County.

would start with the patient’s needs. She accom-

Chelsea Smith is the Agency’s Director of the downtown-Bethesda

office.

“the patient’s care team.” This

According to her, the needs of the patients can include shortterm

and

long-term

care,

as well as hospice services.

Caregivers

assist

plishes this by personally meeting what she calls

including bathing, dressing,

are the team’s greatest player,

C A R EGI V ER A N D

needs care twenty-four hours

tance may include homemaking services like assistance with laundry, meal prepara-

ionship and transportation to appointments and shopping.

therapists, and in some cases

members but also physicians,

PAT I EN T A N D T H E

ambulation. Additional assis-

ication reminders, compan-

A DVOC AT ES FOR

the patient’s financial planner

toileting, transfers, eating, and

tion, light housekeeping, med-

can include not only family

BOT H T H E

patients

with activities of daily living

“W E A R E

and attorney. “Often times we especially when the patient

R ECOGN I Z E A S

a day, seven days a week,”

CI RC U MSTA NCES

minimum amount of care per

M AY CH A NGE SO M AY A N I N DI V I DU A L’S C A R E PL A N.”

she reflects. The Agency’s week is 20 hours.

The

Lisa

Vogel

Agency

caregivers are personally interviewed, complete an extensive screening process, and

According to Chelsea, the

are employees. The Agency

needs of patients can include

recognizes that each family

short-term care for those

is different and tailors their

just coming out of surgery and rehab (such as indi-

approach to each unique situation. When selecting

viduals who have undergone hip or knee replace-

the perfect caregiver, Lisa takes into consideration not

ments) to patients with beginning Alzheimer’s

only the custodial needs of the patient, but also their

and Parkinson’s disease to patients suffering from

personality, location of care, and the hours care will be

advanced Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s and even

needed. “Nine times out of ten the matches between

ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease.) Their caregivers have

the caregiver and patient work out on the first try,”

even assisted patients who have had open-heart

says Lisa, “We are advocates for both the patient and

surgery and even a heart transplant.

the caregiver and recognize as circumstances may

The origin of the Lisa Vogel Agency and the empha-

change so may an individual’s care plan.”

sis on a personal approach grew out of Lisa’s own

Not only does the Agency take its policy of provid-

experience with her grandparents: her grandmother

ing for the patient seriously, it also has the interest of

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its caregivers in mind. All the caregivers are considered employees, not independent contractors, and are covered by insurance.

This protects the caregiver if an accident on the job should occur.

Ndeye Faty, an Agency caregiver, is quite devoted to her patient of more than one year. She cares for this patient 12 hours per day and provides assistance with homemaking services such as shopping, meal preparation, and enjoys accompanying her to church on Sundays. Ndeye remarks, “I realized just after meeting my patient, we shared a love for cooking. I am able to assist her in the kitchen, allowing her to maintain her independence while safely enjoying one of her favorite hobbies.” Along with keeping her client safe and comfortable, Ndeye has developed a close bond with her patient during their time together.

The services provided by The Lisa Vogel Agency are either paid privately or with benefits from a Long-Term Care Insurance policy. For insurance patients, the Agency staff will assist with the entire claim process, beginning with an initial call to confirm benefits. “This call helps our patients better understand their policy in order to plan their care schedule and prepare for any out-of-pocket expenses,” said Chelsea. In addition to the initial call, the Agency will handle claim paperwork, weekly billing, and will also collect the payment directly from the insurance company. “The LTC claim process can be a very daunting task for our patients – sometimes an approval can take up to 90 days – but we continue to service our patients and advocate on their behalf until the claim is approved.”

Basically the Lisa Vogel Agency fills a growing demand for in-home care. If given the choice, who wouldn’t prefer to be cared for at home and in familiar surroundings when individual nursing care is needed? The service also lifts a burden off the shoulders of family members who sometimes find caring for their loved ones to be overwhelming.

“Our growth in Montgomery County has been so exciting,” Lisa notes. She considers re-creating her model and opening offices in new territories over the next few years, but Lisa never wants her Agency to lose its personal touch – “that is what is most important to me.”

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AT THE YOUTH SCHOOL OF ETIQUETTE, KIDS LEARN THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF

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GLORIA

OGBEMUDIA

KNOWS

THAT

INITIALLY, MANY STUDENTS ARE NOT EXCITED TO ATTEND HER SCHOOL. Their words, expressions and body language clearly deliver that message. Soon, however, students want to come, enjoy participating and share lessons with parents, teachers and friends. It’s as if Gloria knows magic, and in one sense, she does. She knows the power of “please and thank you,” the original magic words, and when her students learn that power, it changes everything.

A former international human-resources professional, Gloria became a certified Montessori School Administrator and later opened her own Montessori school before developing a stand-alone after-school etiquette program that she grew into what is now the Youth School of Etiquette. Gloria and her team of highly trained teachers work with students at schools in Potomac, Bethesda

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ARTICLE LAURI GROSS

P OT O M AC ETIQUITTE

KINDNESS AND COMPASSION

Etiquette Potomac headquarters.

The school works with students aged three to 14, in programs tailored for their age and needs. Topics range from sharing and caring, to respect for self and others, how to politely interrupt, social media etiquette, peer pressure and bullying, handshakes and eye contact, table manners and much more. “Compassion and kindness are key lessons, and topics are structured around these,” Gloria explained.

Parents of the youngest kids, Gloria said, “are being pro-

forward to coming next week to tell us what they noticed,”

active and want to prevent bad behavior. Or they’re worried

Gloria explained. All the teachers are skilled at reading

about who their kids are hanging around at school.” When

the energy and attitude in the room. Gloria said, “I train

older kids come, Gloria said, “the parents see behaviors they

teachers to change direction if need be.”

are trying to prevent from escalating into something major.”

If a student laments that others don’t respect him,

To keep things interesting, all Gloria’s teachers have

Gloria might counsel him to show respect and kindness

a highly animated style. Also, Gloria said, “When (stu-

to others and see what happens. Usually, that student

dents) come in, I want them comfortable before I start

sees the world in a whole new light and begins giving

teaching.” For younger kids, the teachers might play

and receiving the respect they crave.

games for a few minutes. Older kids might be invited

Many of the school’s students are from other countries,

to sit on couches instead of classroom chairs. Usually,

or have foreign-born parents, so, the school’s lessons

there are snacks and maybe hot chocolate.

often focus on international cultures. “We have kids from

“We do a lot of role playing and have kids come to the

all over the world,” said Gloria. “They tell us that when

front (of the class) to teach and tell about their experi-

friends come over and smell their foreign food cooking,

ences,” Gloria said, and added that homework at the

they might say it smells weird, and that’s offensive to them.

Youth School of Etiquette might consist of students ask-

We give them words like ‘that’s a smell I’m not familiar

ing their teacher if there is anything she or he needs help

with’ instead. We ask the kids a lot of questions and learn

with, or holding a door for several people and watching

where the kids’ heads are, and we change the language

the reaction. “We give them fun things and they look

they use.” And that’s when the magic happens.

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WHEN JOAN BECKFORD SERVES A MEAL, IT’S FULL OF LOVE. It’s also likely to be full of shrimp, wings, vegetables, rice and plenty of other delectable favorites. With her husband, Daniel, Joan owns three popular local food establishments: Island Pride Jamaican Restaurant, in Rockville; Island Pride Oasis Catering, in Gaithersburg; and Island Pride Food Market, in Gaithersburg. All three are beloved for the authentic, fresh and flavorful Jamaican food always made from scratch using traditional cooking methods.

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On the Island Pride Jerk Chicken Pasta, Joan said the “sauce looks like alfredo but it is our own and it is not alfredo. It has become people’s favorite.”

Some of the specialized drinks available from Island Pride include Red Stripe Jamaican beer, and a Jamaican rum punch. “We make it with natural fruit juice and Jamaican rum. This is our own recipe,” explained Joan.

Joan and her catering team are happy to bring the party to a client’s venue, or host events at Island Pride Oasis Catering, which can accommodate up to 100 people. No matter the location, Joan promises a beautiful, flawless event. Joan can help a client achieve their dream wedding, birthday party, corporate or other event by assisting with the flowers and other décor but the food always takes center stage.

“Customers say I have the best food,” said Joan. “I have never done an event of any kind where the food is not the highlight of that event.”

She added, “It’s in my heart to make sure that whatever I serve is served well, and with a lot of love. As long as I do that, it will come out right.”

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INTO YOUR LIFE AND YOUR HOME. The question is – how do you find that kind of perfection?

For almost four decades, smart shoppers have known about the Smithsonian Craft Show. When you’re searching for treasure, it’s not just joyous to shop the show – there’s great efficiency in the one-stop “Aladdin’s Cave” of extraordinary crafts. After all, you could… …fly across the nation to Seattle, Washington to visit the studios of master glass blower Boyd Sugiki and explore the fresh colors and clean lines of his handblown glass, and then… …take the train south to Nevada City, California, where father-and-son craftsmen Robert and Tor Erickson work largely off the grid to craft ergonomic seating and oneof-a-kind desks and tables. Then… …rent a car and drive for days to Verona, Wisconsin to run your hands across the sleek curls of wood that typify the remarkable furniture of Richard Judd and then… …trek

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That commitment to quality has created a proud reputation.

Across the river in Alexandria, Virginia, Torpedo Art Center

Now in its 38th year, the Smithsonian Craft Show attracted

jewelry artist Susan Sanders is leaping into new technologies.

applications from many previously-showcased artisans. They

After years working in precious metals, inlaid stone, and more

want to come back to the show. That simply wouldn’t happen

(all influenced by a valuable background in industrial design),

unless the event was a magnet for artists and shoppers alike.

she’s now exploring the vivid, mesmerizing possibilities of 3D

Makers like that their work sells to an appreciative crowd, and

printed nylon. “I’m always excited to learn new processes and try

shoppers are thrilled to always find a mix of “I loved this guy

unexpected materials. I like that this jewelry isn’t heavy, uncom-

last year!” as well as “I’ve never seen anything like this before!”

fortable, or likely to set off metal detectors! Not just for special

Curating a show of this size and scope is a challenge. The

occasions, these pieces are first and foremost wearable.”

jurors work to not only identify the best artisans but also to show-

A short drive down I-95 (or a painfully long one, depending

case the full scope of current trends in a wide array of media.

on traffic!) to Petersburg, VA brings us to the studio of mas-

(Want the whole list? Take a deep breath! The Smithsonian

ter hat-maker Ignatius Creegan and his partner Rod Givens.

Craft show will bring you the latest trends and most timeless

The lighthearted, flattering hats they’ll be selling at the

treasures from artists working in these categories: Basketry,

Smithsonian Craft Show are only half of the story; Creegan

ceramics, decorative fibers, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather,

is now the go-to hatter for major TV and movie productions.

metal, mixed media, paper, wearable art, and wood.)

“Costume designers call on me for period millinery work.

This year’s jurors were Emily Orr, Assistant Curator of

HBO’s Iron Jawed Angels, the John Adams series on HBO,

Modern and Contemporary American Design, Cooper Hewitt,

and local and regional theatrical companies have used our

Smithsonian Design Museum; Toots Zynsky, glass artists

hats. When The Lost Colony costume shop burned in North

and co-founder of the Pilchuck Glass School at Washington

Carolina, we rebuilt the entire hat collection for a play depict-

State; and Kari Harrin, Executive Director of Museums and

ing the first colony of English to settle in the new world.” He

Exhibitions at the Savannah College of Art and Design.

added, “And right now, I really want to make another hat.”

The Smithsonian Craft Show, produced by the Smithsonian Women’s

Committee,

supports

yearly

grants

to

Farther to the north, in a refurbished production facility out-

the

side of Philadelphia, Wendy Stevens works in metal to create

Smithsonian’s 19 museums, nine research facilities, 21 libraries,

singular purses and bags. “I use stainless steel and leather

traveling exhibitions and the National Zoo. Over $12 million has

with metal components. The bags are hand-fabricated with

been awarded in grants and endowments since 1966.

precision for durability.” The look is unusual – ultra-functional,

The 2020 show continues a proud tradition of spotlighting extraordinary artists from across the United States – a roster of artisans and crafts makers that would take you years to find and visit on your own.

That’s not to say there aren’t local heroes on display, too – not every maker is from long miles away. For example, Maryland’s

lightweight, and effortlessly stylish. This is the kind of bag you carry when you’re not afraid to draw attention to your look.

The dazzling artwork on your wall, the jewelry around your neck, the purse you carry can say a great deal about who you are – or who you want to be. In the treasure hunt for that perfect item, find yours at the Smithsonian Craft Show.

own Helen O’Connor is a featured artist. She uses quilting as a proxy for generational change, narrative, and community.

“The textile industry is responsible for devastating humanitarian and environmental crises globally,” says O’Connor.

“Production systems are unsustainable. Workers are crimi-

Smithsonian Craft Show, April 22–26, 2020, at the Nation-

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Founded in 2013, Aesthetica Art Services, LLC specializes in appraisals and other services including advising, consulting, investments, sales, helps clients sell art at auction or to a gallery, and she arranges private group visits to personal and private collections in the homes of collectors throughout the region.

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consignments, collection management, and artist management. For appraisals, owner Debrah Dunner summarized, “I come. I inspect. I take notes. I ask questions. I do research. I produce a report.”

client plans to take a tax deduction for donated artwork above a certain value. She offers her opinion on whether it’s appropriate to conduct a full appraisal of a client’s artwork, or other personal

Renwick Gallery. These tours were for clients interested in purchas-

property, when they are interested in obtaining insurance coverage.

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On an initial phone assessment, Debrah might ask about

the studio, “in order to better understand his practice and craft when

a piece’s age, condition, subject matter and dimensions, plus

giving their own tours of the Renwick,” Debrah said.

whether it’s signed, whether the artist wrote on the back, and

Debrah’s recent work includes assisting in cataloging Sam

whether the artist is “listed,” (indicating recognition in the art

Gilliam’s entire personal collection of more than 800 works span-

word). “If it seems like it might be worth it to do more research,”

ning nearly six decades. “This was a highlight of my career,” said

Debrah said, she would go see the piece in person.

Debrah. “I have been appraising works by Gilliam for collectors

Debrah also plans and hosts private art-related events and trips.

all over the region and I was approached by the curator of the

“I curated a show at the embassy of Argentina in DC,” she said. For

Hirshhorn Museum to help facilitate communications through

this event, Debrah represented the Argentinian painter Martha Zuick

long-time collectors of his work and the museum in preparation for

who traveled from Buenos Aires to attend. Ms. Zuick’s work is in

a retrospective which is being mounted in 2022.”

the permanent collections of the National Museum of Women in the

As the new DC representative of the Philadelphia-based auction

Arts and the Art Museum of the Americas, both in DC. The embassy

house Freeman’s, Debrah said, “There are so many collectors and great

event exposed attendees to Ms. Zuick’s new work.

art here. I am very excited to be working with Freeman’s to serve the

Every other year, Debrah attends Art Basel in Miami Beach, the country’s biggest art event. “I can arrange tours or dinners and I connect collectors, curators, clients and dealers,” she said.

community and facilitate sales for collectors.” Her future plans include becoming an accredited appraiser for jewelry and precious metals.

“Every job is different,” Debrah said. “I love going to homes to

Debrah organizes studio tours for DMV-area artists, including

see what they bought for themselves, or got as gift and how it all

Sebastian Martorana, whose sculpture “Impressions” is a high-

comes together. I learn something every day. What more could

light of the collection of the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s

you ask for in your profession?”

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