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A Fresh Start for Northwest Bergen WELL FOLKS, WE HAVE ARRIVED IN 2021! This past year felt both like it went by in a blur and like it would never end. But one thing is certain—we wouldn’t have made it to this turn of the year without the support of our incredible community. That’s you! This January, we want to take some time to focus on our health, your health, and Northwest Bergen’s health. We all thrive when we work together and hold each other accountable.

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Make it a point to check on your friends more often this month. How about working out or joining a fitness class? Maybe instead of doing happy hour in person, you can have one on Zoom. Think about asking for your family’s support as you begin the search for a therapist for the first time. Whatever the next step is for you, we want to be part of it. Share your January goals with us on social media and check out some of our great content on the following pages. We've got a Better Prescription for Wellness from Valley Health Lifestyles in Mahwah to Zoning in on Nutrition with Audrey Zona. Don't forget to check your Mental Health Temperature with West Bergen Mental Health and come in from the cold and Treat Yourself to Better Health at The Fountain Spa. Last but not least, we're always in for something healthy to drink, so check out SuperJuice Nation in Mahwah (Valley Health

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14 The Fountain Spa Come In Out of the Cold and Treat Yourself to Better Health

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24 Zone In On Nutrition Audrey Zona Knows it's More Than Counting Calories

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

west bergen mental health ARTICLE KRIS PEPPER | PHOTOGRAPHY JEAN TERMAN

TAKING THE TEMP OF MENTAL HEALTH

THE STAFF OF WEST BERGEN MENTAL HEALTH IN

Bergen Mental Health kicked off their COVID “warmline,”

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COMMUNITY’S MENTAL HEALTH AND SETTING THE BAR HIGH IN TERMS OF AWARENESS AND CARE. “Recognition of mental health is a big part of the story,” says CEO Michael Tozzoli.

workers and first-responders,” says Michael. “We then began addressing teachers and educators who were dealing with their own stress throughout the pandemic,

This is true. As America pulls through the COVID crisis,

and now we offer this free service to the entire commu-

the needs for mental health treatments and awareness are

nity. The initial conversation with a caller may include

apparent and demand for services is at historic levels.

tips for next steps and suggestions for treatment. This

“Our role is not just with clients, but with the entire community,” says Michael. This was apparent when West

“At the beginning, our warmline focused on front-line

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was a major initiative that we launched very quickly at the onset of COVID.”

“We understood the issues of COVID would escalate and would need to be mitigated quickly,” says Development Director, Barbara Hand. Currently, all of West Bergen’s services are handled through teletherapy; a new process that needed to be explored when COVID

Program fees are built on a sliding scale so that they are affordable to everyone. “We consider our clients’ financial and insurance issues,” says Michael. “Our therapists have no idea how much the clients are paying, which is the way it should be.”

broke out. “We turned the agency around in four days to manage our

The organization’s grief programs have seen an uptick since the

clients through teletherapy,” says Michael. “We didn’t have a choice,

pandemic. Grief counseling encompasses death and the loss of

and we pivoted rapidly. I’m proud of our staff.”

loved ones, but there are other facets including relationship loss,

Therapists work one-on-one with clients and report back to a

job loss, under-employment, and financial strain. It can affect indi-

team of professionals at West Bergen who offer advice, support, and

viduals who are missing their day-to-day connections, like being

varying perspectives. “Our coordination of care is tight and efficient,”

unable to visit family members.

says Michael. “It’s the intersection of the heart and the mind—right on the axis between those two.”

To address these challenges, the organization introduced free community outreach programs via Zoom. By partnering with schools,

“We offer a very holistic treatment plan,” adds Barbara. “We

Valley Hospital, libraries, and churches, West Bergen Mental Health

can provide any type of service, including medications, if appro-

presented workshops to sharing tips and strategies to manage anx-

priate, through our psychiatrists. We assess each client and

iety, balance work-life-home-school issues, and dealing with stress

figure out what’s best.”

and heightened emotions during these challenging times.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE (CONTINUED)

“We are here for any life situation, any age, any generation…you name it, we handle it,” says Michael. STRESS-BUSTING TIPS: 1. Keep a schedule. Even if you are working from home, create a

4. Socially connect through Zoom. Walk with a neighbor. Make

“to-do” list with items to accomplish throughout the day. Structure

“check-in” phone calls each week with friends and relatives.

and accountability help keep us emotionally stable. 5. Create a family “idea board.” Add activities you can do together or 2. Limited news intake. Constantly listening to unsettling news

individually. It may be as simple as taking a ride, but it’s good to change

causes negative chemicals to fire.

your scenery, even if it’s a cold-weather trip to the beach for a walk.

3. Have the TV on in the background to avoid feelings of sol-

6. Go around the table and discuss the highs of the week, lows

itude. Choose any channel except news! Consider what’s going

of the week, and one thing you are grateful for. This provides a bit

on in your environment and keep it positive.

of insight for your kids and creates those connections. westbergen.org

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MOST OF US CONSIDER A DAY AT A LUXURY SPA TO BE AN EXERCISE IN BEAUTY OR INDULGENCE…BUT VISITING FOR A MASSAGE OR FACIAL CAN OFFER SIGNIFICANT HEALTH BENEFITS AS WELL. Kerry Marshall knows. As the Aesthetician Supervisor at Fountain Spa in Ramsey, she oversees various skincare regimes, including facials and their newest treatment, the HydraFacial. “Our HydraFacial tones skin, giving it a lift, and releasing toxins. It cleanses, exfoliates, extracts, and removes dead skin cells, fusing the deeper layers of skin with antioxidants and peptides to maximize glow.” Booster serums are added to the process, which work in conjunction with the facial’s LED light treatment to stimulate collagen production and minimize fine lines and age spots. The boosters are specifically customized to address the client’s skin concerns. The Fountain’s Platinum HydraFacial also offers lymphatic drainage through a painless suction method to tone and lift skin while releasing toxins.

HydraFacial extracts and hydrates the skin

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THE FOUNTAIN SPA (CONTINUED)

The process uses a medical-grade device which is cleaned twice during each treatment and features

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a sanitary, completely closed-loop system. All treatment surfaces which touch the client are disposable. “The treatments are performed on the face, neck, and décolletage, making your skin feel and look like glass,” says Kerry. “You will be completely hydrated and cleared of dead skin cells. Botanical extracts are applied to help generate new fresh skin cells.” During the process, your aesthetician can generate take-home serums for lips and eyes to elevate the treatment with a daily dose of antioxidants. Called HydraFacial Perks, the serums are generated for the client immediately following the treatment so that they can continue using the formula that works best on their particular skin to keep it glowing.” Erica Roth, Massage Department Supervisor, manages 21 massage therapists at the Fountain Spa across morning and evening shifts. “Massage offers many health benefits, says Erica. “It can boost your immunity, aid in sleep, and remove lactic acid from your muscles, which helps heal muscle anxiety and stress.” The Fountain’s Rain Drop Therapy massage (50 minutes) and Mind, Body, Spirit Therapy massage (110 minutes) consist of nine different essential oils like thyme, wintergreen, peppermint, and basil dropped directly on the center of the spine and spread over the whole back and feet for complete absorption. These oils promote circulation and regulate blood pressure. They are anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, and anti-fungal. The benefits of this treatment continue working in the body for up to a week. Herbal oils can also be added to deep tissue or Swedish massage services, relieving achy muscles, pain, and inflammation. The Fountain’s new Pink Himalayan Serenity massage uses heated pink salt rocks of various shapes and sizes to isolate trigger points on certain parts of the body. Using them throughout the massage addresses muscular aches and pains, while their

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Valley Health Lifestyles A BETTER PRESCRIPTION FOR WELLNESS

THERE’S A BEAUTIFUL VIEW AT VALLEY HEALTH LIFESTYLES AT THE VALLEY CENTER FOR HEALTH AND WELLNESS ON MACARTHUR BOULEVARD IN MAHWAH. We visited on a beautiful autumn day just as the leaves were passing their peak, blazing brilliantly over the property, creating a stunning vantage point through the Center’s floor-to-ceiling windows. However, the view inside Valley Lifestyles itself is equally impressive. The first floor comprises a fitness center, basketball court, and aquatics area. Proceed to the second floor for a run around the indoor track or to pump iron in the free weight area. The expansive, immaculate space is inviting and lets in plenty of sunlight, adding to the welcoming feel. LaShawn Michalski, Exercise Specialist, has been with Valley for ten years and worked at Lifestyles since its opening three years ago. “Exercise has such significant physical and psychological benefits,” says LaShawn. It helps manage chronic disease, weight maintenance, blood pressure, and cholesterol. It aids in building bone density. From a psychological angle, it releases serotonin and endorphins, which help relieve anxiety and depression. From a pandemic perspective, LaShawn notices another benefit for members—the ability to be social again. CONTINUED >

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VALLEY HEALTH LIFESTYLES (CONTINUED)

“We are seeing members get joy from the social aspect of working out. We haven’t been able to gather very much because of social distancing, and I am seeing our members enjoy being surrounded by people who share the same wellness goals,” she says. Valley’s prescribed exercise programs reach far beyond fitting into your pre-COVID jeans. Their focus is on providing the “medical fitness difference.” Besides serving clients who wish to address typical fitness and wellness needs, the Valley Center for Health and Wellness offers a physical therapy department that serves clients who have recently undergone surgery or are under a doctor’s care. With its mission to provide a continuum of care for its members, it also houses a retail pharmacy, imaging and bloodwork departments, and a SuperJuice Nation juice bar. “If the clients are rehabbing or in physical therapy, our certified physical therapists can work with them right here,” says LaShawn. When they are ready to transition to regular membership, we can manage their clearances directly with their doctors who provide the guidelines on what that client needs to accomplish.” The Center has recently opened a Cardiac Rehab program. This facilitates the transition from physical therapy to a mainstream fitness program so that clients can reach their individual fitness goals. Member Don Hoover can attest. Having joined the facility when they opened in 2018, the Mahwah resident swims, uses the fitness center, and attends group cycle classes. When Don discovered he needed to have an atrial fibrillation cauterization, he felt confident having Dr. Mark Preminger, a cardiac electrophysiologist at Valley, perform the procedure and oversee his recovery at Lifestyles. “Performing my rehab at Valley gives all of us an additional level of comfort with the quality care at this facility,” says Don. “I enjoy the convenience of Valley and appreciate this safe environment,” he says, “I’m also a part of the Member Advisory Board here. We meet every month to review membership data and provide feedback on the programs. I appreciate having a voice in discussions regarding

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improvements, classes, swimming policies, and the ability to participate with the management,” says Don. “I hold our facility to a higher standard because we are an extension of Valley Hospital,” says Rob Angner, Executive Director of Valley Health Lifestyles. “I feel strongly about our qualified staff, their level of engagement, and their understanding of safety protocols. We aren’t a commercial gym. We are a medical fitness center, providing hospital-grade filtration, cleanliness, and safety in collaboration with Valley and our medical director, Dr. Robert Silverman. Valley Health Lifestyles always strives to take it to the next level.” The challenges of COVID have brought Valley’s position as a medical fitness center to new light. With indoor classes limited due to spacing and cleanliness of critical importance, Valley continues to meet the issues head-on. “Our Safety Ambassadors are a new role we’ve created to help us work through the pandemic,” says Rob. “They are responsible for ensuring that we keep Lifestyles as safe as possible for our members. Our Ambassadors are truly a resource for our members’ comfort.” Ambassadors ensure social distancing, temperature checks, and the Center’s “clean in, clean out” policy of hand sanitizing. They remind members and staff to wear masks properly and maintain their workout space. They continually disinfect equipment and areas with a Victory spray gun (fondly nicknamed the Green Dragon) each hour. “Valley has been generous with its membership ‘hold’ policies to ensure that members feel safe and comfortable during COVID,” Rob says. “If it’s not quite the right time for a member to come back, that’s ok. We are working to meet people where they are, even if that is still at home.” In light of this, Valley is creating a new video program called “Lifestyles at Home,” which will feature live-streaming classes for the community and a new app for members allowing them to connect with their personal trainer and do the “workout of the day.” Next year, the organization plans to launch its Physician Referral Program to enhance patient-physician wellness collaboration. The program’s focus is to engage doctors to prescribe and encourage exercise as an element of treatment. The program will demonstrate meaningful outcomes in the patient’s progress directly through Valley’s medical records platform. Integrated health programs and preventative medicine are the right prescriptions for wellness. “Our medical fitness program really makes the difference,” says Rob.

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ZONE IN ON NUTRITION (CONTINUED) 10 TIPS TOWARD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Audrey works with her clients to make tiny steps that will eventually add up to big life changes. “Sometimes it’s as simple as ensur-

1. Drink half of your body weight in ounces each

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Dancing, walking, yoga, cleaning, biking—do what you love and what you will enjoy consistently. 4. Meditation brings down your stress level and blood pressure. It takes you from a state of stress response to a state of calm. Allow yourself the space to think clearly and to make a mindful decision around food. 5. Be curious about yourself. Are you really hungry? Did something just happen to make you run to the pantry or fridge? Will food solve your problem? If you are stressed and agitated, you will grab the first thing that you see. If you get used to pausing, breathing, and checking in with yourself, you’ll make a better decision. 6. Eat more plant-based foods to crowd out the junk. This will provide fiber, essential nutrients, and antioxidants. Eating veggies, salads, and plant-based foods help you avoid eating processed foods. 7. Journal. Keep a food log to track what you are eating, but also journal your feelings. Getting it out on paper changes our energy and our bodies. 8. After the holidays is a good time to reset. There are various ways you can get back on track. Skip snacks, give up alcohol, or only eat non-processed foods for the month of January. You will feel better! 9. As your estrogen declines your blood sugar and insulin rise. Menopausal women can’t handle carbs and sugar like they used to. Lower your carbs and sugars to help the body become more efficient. Stick with salads, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats. 10. Think of your afternoon snack as a mini-meal. It should be made up of protein, carbs, and fat. Try Greek yogurt with flax and berries, an apple with almond butter, an apple with a low-fat cheese stick, or a hardboiled egg on a rice cracker. Try to stick with real food versus processed foods. 26

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E G G P L A N T C U R R Y A VISIT TO GREEN FUSION WILL SATISFY ANY TYPE OF PALATE, BUT ESPECIALLY THOSE WHICH FAVOR A VEGAN OR VEGETARIAN DIET. Owner, Kaarthy Madan settled on opening his restaurant at 22 Oak Street in Ridgewood because of the Village’s diverse tastes and cultures. “I am passionate about food,” he says. “I enjoy catering to the vegan and vegetarian audience because when they visit restaurants, they can usually only choose from two to three menu items. When

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ENT-DENSE FOODS WITH GREAT TASTE AND HEALTH BENEFITS. Superjuice Nation has stores in Closter, Wyckoff, and at the Valley Health Lifestyles complex in Mahwah. They offer cold-pressed juices, “Smoovees” (their own version of smoothies which are freshly blended with healthy, healing foods) along with salads, wraps, and even healthy sweets. The ingredients in the Green Bazooka offer important health benefits.

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