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LIFESTYLE LETTER

MAY 2019 PUBLISHER

Charmaine Tincher | charmaine.tincher@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Tony D'Souza | tony.dsouza@lifestylepubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITER

To the Women Who Are Making a Difference IT IS WITH GREAT PLEASURE THAT I BRING YOU THE VENICE LIFESTYLE

Tony D'Souza CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Prion Photography Debbie Parker Photography

WOMEN’S ISSUE! In these pages, you will meet some of the women who are working hard to make Venice the caring, vibrant place we all love to call home. This month brings with it an abundance of joy, bright blue skies, beautiful springtime flowers and, of course, the celebration of Mother’s Day, a time to appreciate the women in our lives and to strengthen the connection we have with our mothers, sisters, friends and daughters. In remembrance of my mother, Mary Margaret Kamin, this Women’s Issue is my Mother’s Day card. Mom, at the age of 92 in 2015, went on to a better place and although we miss her wholeheartedly, she still is with us in mind, heart and spirit.

My mother worked hard and loved to take care of others, so her career as a nurse suited her perfectly. She guided our family through the ups and downs of life. She inspired us all to always do our best. I know that she would be so proud of me, publishing this wonderful magazine that highlights our community. Mom loved to read, and I can imagine her enjoying these articles about the ever-energetic Kate Hyland-Mercer, owner of Ferris Wheel Finance; about the vibrant Joyce McCaffrey and the good she does at her

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well-known shop, Eyes On You; about the five women leaders in our “Tips from the Top”

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

feature who are making an impact in our community; the selfless, helpful work of the

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry

women at the nonprofit Our Mother’s House; and the women promoting the wonderful

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

properties at Pro Group Realty’s new Tra Ponti Villaggio.

Mom loved to learn something new every day and was always reading something with a dictionary close at hand. When she’d come across a word she didn’t quite understand, she never failed to look it up. Her love for learning inspired me. She taught me the perseverance and bulldogged determination that has guided me with an abundance of passion through my own media career.

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson EDITORIAL MANAGER Nicolette Martin AD MANAGER Chad Jensen REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

The women featured in these pages are absolute success stories. I know my mother would want to celebrate them as much as I do. May you find a quiet moment or two to enjoy this issue we’ve lovingly dedicated to you.

Happy Mother’s Day!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2019

FEATURES 18 Tra Ponti Villaggio: An Urban Retreat Pro Group Realty Offers a Luxury Community Steps from Downtown

22 Ferris Wheel Finance – A New Twist on an Old Idea Kate Hyland-Mercer Applies Engineering and Trends to Her Investment Strategy

26 Tips from the Top Local Women Leaders Share Their Secrets of Success

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36 A Flair for Fine Eyewear Joyce McCaffrey’s Eyes on You Expresses the True Spirit of Venice

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22 Inspired By 32 Giving Back 36 Local Limelight 40 Lifestyle Calendar 42 Trend Setter

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Second Annual West Villages Invitational Presented by the Atlanta Braves The second annual West Villages Invitational presented by the Atlanta Braves Spring Training Facility and benefiting Habitat for Humanity South Sarasota County was held Tuesday, Feb. 19 at the Sarasota National Golf Club. The well-attended event featured a shotgun start, four-person scramble, a cocktail awards reception and a silent auction. Awards were given for first, second and third place foursomes. PHOTOGRAPHY ROB CHRISTY PHOTOGRAPHY

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1. Mike Coss of Tarpon Executive Car Service bids on a Braves swag basket. | 2. The leaderboard at the West Villages Invitational | 3. Randy Kendrick of the Venice Print Center | 4. The foursome from the Venice Print Center | 5. Emily Shaw of Habitat for Humanity speaks with a golfer. | 6. Carts lined up for the shotgun start | 7. The West Villages Invitational featured a buffet lunch. | 8. Golfers warm up before the start of the West Villages Invitational. | 9. Some golfers had tough rounds at the West Villages Invitational, though everyone was a winner. | 10. Christina McCauley and Emily Shaw of Habitat for Humanity | 11. Aimee Holmes of Habitat for Humanity | 12. Caddy Carts offered a new golf cart for a hole-in-one.

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Night of Hope and Healing Sponsored by Classic Creations in Diamonds & Gold The Child Protection Center held its annual Night of Hope and Healing event at the Suncoast Air Center Feb 21. Guests sampled food and libations from local restaurants; participated in silent and live auctions; and bid on items such as a trip to Atlanta for a Braves game, dinner from Bonefish Grill and a cruise. Proceeds went to CPC. PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY CPC

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1. Evan and Pam Duke with Classic Creations in Diamonds & Gold | 2. CPC staff and NOHH Committee members | 3. Susan and Greg Wones with Custom Dream Rides | 4. Kathy Olliver and British Open Pub's Owner Kelly Olliver | 5. CPC Executive Director Doug Staley; Tracy Knight; Sheriff Tom Knight, CPC CFO; Suzanne Takerian; Jennifer Stuebe; and U.S. Representative Greg Stuebe | 6. CPC Board Member Mike Granthon, CPC Board Chair Tina Granthon, and Karen and Michael Valentino

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Gulf Coast Women in Networking Monthly Luncheon Exceeds All Expectations

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GWIN members met Tuesday, March 5, for their monthly meeting/luncheon held at Allegro Bistro in Venice. A record-breaking 63 business women attended. GWIN founder Judy Braham announced the launch of a new Membership Perks program. Guest Speaker Karen Fordham, CEO of Venice Regional Bayfront Health, explained some of the features and services the community can expect when the new hospital is completed. PHOTOGRAPHY DEBBIE PARKER PHOTOGRAPHY

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1. Phyllis Nolan, Wire-Wrapped Seaglass, sharing her Venice Lifestyle Magazine business testimony | 2. Kimberly Maschino, Independent Distributor for SeneGence Int. | 3. Schelley Cunningham introducing her business, Intelicare Home Health Services, with her guest, Karen Murrell | 4. Angie Vance, Gulfside Mortgage Services | 5. GWIN Founder Judy Braham with guest speaker Karen Fordham, CEO of Venice Regional Bayfront Health Hospital | 6. GWIN Founder Judy Braham; Mary Carol Sullivan, Sullivan Creative; and Charmaine Tincher, publisher of Venice Lifestyle Magazine, introducing New Membership Perks

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AROUND TOWN

GULFCOAST WOMEN IN NETWORKING LAUNCHES MEMBERSHIP PERKS

“Girls STEAM Ahead” to excite them about science, technology, engineering, art and math. The Venice branch of this nationwide organization is Florida’s larg-

Gulfcoast Women in Networking, founded by

est with 250 members and hosts an annual Home Tour

Judy Braham in 2015, meets monthly. Women rep-

to fund scholarships for women delayed in pursuing

resenting all types of businesses get together over

degree programs. Each summer AAUW sends eighth-

lunch for networking, inspiration, mentoring and

grade girls to the TechTrek camp to encourage interest

friendship. Modest membership dues, while not

in technology. Monthly meetings are held September

mandatory for membership in GWIN, do offer sev-

to May. Associate degree holders and higher are

eral annual perks such as reduced monthly lunch

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fees, opportunities to write advertorials for the GWIN website, a listing in the membership directory and much more. For more information on joining GWIN and to RSVP for an upcoming meeting, please visit the website. GulfCoastWomenInNetworking.com

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VENICE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES INAUGURAL LEADERSHIP CLASS 2019 The Inaugural Leadership Venice Class of 2019 includes Andrea Arnold, Venice Area Chamber of Commerce; Michael Bacon, Brewburgers; DawnMarie Bates-Buchanan, Bates-Buchanan & Savitsky Law; Lance Broat, Venice Print Center;

with girls ages 9–12 in a Jacaranda Library event called

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A NEW SPIN ON AN OLD IDEA… You know you should have a written financial plan, but it’s so much work! Where to start?

At Ferris Wheel Finance, we are dedicated to teaching and advising our clients about money, investing, and planning in straightforward, understandable ways.

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TAKE THE FIRST STEP... Call Kate for a complimentary, no-obligation consultation.

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Jennifer Bushinger, Loveland Center; Michelle Butler, The SKY Family YMCA; Len Carney, Englewood Bank & Trust; Adam Cellini, Visit Sarasota; Connor Colett, An Organized Move; Cassie Collins, Edward Jones; Linda Emery, Ian Black Real Estate; Jennifer Fagenbaum, Family Promise; Courtney Green, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty; Gregg G. Hassler, Jr., DMD., P.L.; Bob Hite, Venice Regional Bayfront Health; Jane Hopkins Gould, Friendship Centers; Mark Houston, Tampa Bay Rays; Andy Leisenring,

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Lugar; Danielle Lutz, State College of Florida; Kelly Olliver, British Open Pub; Kathy Pace, Englewood Community

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Gallery. The next Wine & Cheese Reception is July

Taylor, MRT Lawn and Garden Center; Jeff Twigg,

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Bright Realty; and Janelle Worthington, Pregnancy Solutions. Congratulations to all!

VENICE POWER ARTISTS AT JACARANDA TRACE RECEPTION Susan Wilcox (left), Heather McCullough, Coleen Henry and Nancy Klingbeil attended the Venice Art Center Satellite Gallery Opening Reception held recently at Jacaranda Trace. Susan has more than 45 works of art on display in the

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OPEN HOUSE

Tra Ponti Villaggio:

An Urban Retreat PRO GROUP REALTY OFFERS A LUXURY COMMUNITY STEPS FROM DOWNTOWN

An open floor plan allows for spacious living areas at Tra Ponti Villaggio.

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ARTICLE TONY D'SOUZA PHOTOGRAPHY PRION PHOTOGRAPHY

“We have our urban setting here, but being on the Intracoastal, we also have the water. The activity here is tremendous. We see jet skis, pontoon boats, sailboats and cruisers all day long. We are at the heart of everything wonderful there is to do in Venice.”

ON THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE ISLAND OF VENICE, DIRECTLY ON THE INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY, PRO GROUP REALTY IS UP TO SOMETHING TRULY UNIQUE AND SPECIAL: TRA PONTI VILLAGGIO—"THE VILLAGE BETWEEN THE BRIDGES." This new community of four spectacular townhomes and 19 single-family courtyard homes features flowing, high-ceiling living spaces of the most modern design, all within walking distance of everything downtown Venice has to offer. Those lucky few fortunate enough to buy here will enjoy luxury living in the very midst of Venice’s urban life, while also offering a quiet, upscale retreat just steps from the downtown core.

Looking out from the third-floor master bedroom balcony of Tra Ponti Villaggio’s recently completed townhome model, Pro Group Realty broker Jayne Parrish enjoys the wonderful late winter weather and notices a passing luxury cruiser and a sailboat.

“You get to watch these beautiful boats pass by all day long from the two balconies and first-floor lanai. There were three dolphins here last week and a manatee the month before," she says. "Imagine watching the annual Boat Parade from this viewpoint.

Residents can just step outside and have easy access to the Venetian Waterway Trail, the Legacy Trail and the Historic Train Depot.”

The townhomes in particular are reminiscent of New York City’s Greenwich Village brownstones, with their spacious floor plans and private elevators. Each townhome features a two-car garage with plenty of public parking around the community. Prewired throughout for home security, every home in the new Tra Ponti Villaggio offers seemingly endless walk-in closet space and living areas that feature 10-foot ceilings, CONTINUED >

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A master bath at Tra Ponti Villaggio with a view of the Intracoastal Waterway

8-foot solid-core doors and hurricane impact windows and sliding glass doors, among the many other custom appointments within the home.

“I don’t know of anything like this in Venice,” says realtor Becky Rose, who has been with the project since its inception in 2016. “Tra Ponti Villaggio is right in downtown Venice. The people who buy here will be able to walk and bike everywhere downtown, and we are just a few blocks from the beach. We have our urban setting here, but being on the Intracoastal, we also have the water. The activity here is tremendous. We see jet skis, pontoon boats, sailboats and cruisers all day long.

We are at the heart of everything wonderful there is to do in Venice.”

A Tra Ponti Villaggio townhome on the Intracoastal Waterway

The townhomes, starting at $1.15 million, feature three bedrooms, three and a half baths and more than 3,100 square feet of living space spread over three floors, all connected by staircases and elevators. The single-family homes, starting at $720,000, range from 1,926 square feet to more than 2,900 square feet.

A master bedroom and balcony with a view of the waterway

“Customers choose their home-site, choose their home plan and then we build,” Becky says. “Typically, the build takes 10 to 12 months.”

With a downtown location and walkability to everything, Tra Ponti Villaggio will truly be a peaceful urban retreat at the center of where everyone in Venice wants to be.

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ANYONE WHO PUTS THEIR FINANCES IN THE HANDS OF KATE HYLAND-MERCER AT HER FERRIS WHEEL FINANCE BOUTIQUE INVESTMENT FIRM WILL QUICKLY KNOW JUST HOW SAVVY AND CUSTOMER-ORIENTED THIS FINANCIAL GURU IS. Kate loves what she does and has immersed herself in all things finance ever since her first forays into software, investments and financial markets in Boston. Trained in computer science and engineering, early in her professional life, Kate wrote the code for the first online banking application in the country. When she figured out she was an ultimate "people-person," she left a successful career that included stints at Raytheon, Wells Fargo and Edward Jones to strike out on her own.

“I wanted the freedom and creativity to serve my clients how I want to. That’s why I created Ferris Wheel Finance," Kate explains. "I spend real time with my clients and provide customer service far above and beyond anything the traditional investment companies can hope to offer.”

As an independent registered investment adviser and financial planner, Kate gets to know each of her clients individually. She assesses their adversity to risk, outlines their goals and helps devise an investment strategy based on her acumen for noticing trends and preserving and growing wealth.

“I love the planning aspect of finance,” she says. “In my client interviews, I learn what my clients are trying to achieve then create tailored financial plans for them on customized software. People worry their money will run out, that they will outlive their investments. I completely understand that. Focusing on the planning side helps clients have confidence in their saving and spending. Ferris Wheel Finance is 'high touch.' We talk to all our clients at least every four to six weeks, some every week if they

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want. If you call, we answer the phone. Communication is key to the Ferris Wheel Finance way."

Kate is especially helpful to current and retired business owners because of her years consulting more than 200 companies on issues of budgeting and finance.

“If you are the business owner, you only see your one business, only your numbers, only your mistakes,” she explains. “But I have worked with multiple businesses across multiple industries and have owned my own businesses as well. I have seen many, many financial and investment mistakes and can help retirees and future retirees prevent those pitfalls. This experience offers my clients a breadth

KATE HYLAND-MERCER APPLIES ENGINEERING AND TRENDS TO HER INVESTMENT STRATEGY

and depth of holistic planning that most financial advisers just do not have. I make my clients feel well-informed and empowered.”

Fee-based only and always a fiduciary, Kate caters to her clients like family.

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“I wanted the freedom a n d c r e a t i v i ty t o s e r ve m y c l i e n t s h ow I w a n t t o . T h a t ’s w h y I c r e a t e d Fe r r i s W h e e l F i n a n c e .”

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tips I urge younger women to pursue math and aim for excellence. In math, you compete not on a male/female scale, but on an absolute numbers scale. Math and science have opened unbelievable doors for me.

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Women need to have confidence. When purchasing a big-ticket item, for example, if you don’t feel comfortable with the deal, you have to trust yourself and not make the purchase.

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Fewer than 17 percent of American financial advisers are women. Women are a little more relational, a little more conversational. Thirty years ago, that wasn't appreciated. Today, these qualities are assets.

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Women are traditionally better investors than men. They trade less, take fewer risks and do more research. Women should be aware of these factors and be confident in their investing.

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Kate Hyland-Mercer at Ferris Wheel Finance caters to her clients like family.

I love to work. But Friday night is date night with my husband. It's important to stop and focus on the moment.

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Tips from

LOCAL WOMEN LEADERS SHARE THEIR SECRETS OF SUCCESS

Karen Fordham CEO OF VENICE REGIONAL BAYFRONT HEALTH WHAT ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES FACING OUR COMMUNITY FROM YOUR PERSPECTIVE? We need more mid- to low-income housing for employees in this area. This need is for many businesses in our community. Hospitals need a multidisciplinary group of diversified employees, all of whom are important to running a successful organization. In our community, it has become truly difficult to find affordable housing for these hard-working people who we all depend on.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A YOUNGER VERSION OF YOURSELF? Failure is a good thing. Failure is the real evidence that we have had the courage to try. Expect and accept that failure is a natural part of any forward-looking experience. Learn from it, grow from it and move on. Also, I would tell her to make big decisions quicker. I could have been in this amazing community of Venice years ago if I had learned that lesson earlier.

WHAT IS YOUR PERFECT DAY OFF? Taking advantage of the best things we have to do here in our beautiful natural setting. For me, it’s a round of golf at one of our lovely courses or a day out at one of our even lovelier beaches.

WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT LIFE LESSON YOU HAVE LEARNED SO FAR? I really believe that relationships rule all. What matters more than anything else are the people who are a part of our lives. Our family, our friends, our co-workers, the bosses who have mentored us, the employees who depend on us, and most importantly, our patients. We have to put all of these people first every single day. We have to treat them like they are everything to us, because they are.

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Valerie Powell-Stafford FORMER PRESIDENT AND CEO OF ENGLEWOOD COMMUNITY HOSPITAL. In April, just as this issue went to press, Valerie was named CEO of Northside Hospital in St. Petersburg, another HCA facility. Venice Lifestyle thanks Valerie for her service in our community and wishes her well on her next endeavor.

WHAT ARE YOU CURRENTLY WORKING ON? Our hospital’s focus is increasing the level of services we provide to help meet the health care needs of our community. We are continuing our efforts to expand high-quality services to our growing community and to improve the overall health of everyone here. We are one of the safest hospitals in the country, and I am very proud of that.

WHAT DO YOU FEEL ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES FACING OUR COMMUNITY? Our wonderful community is so attractive to outsiders and newcomers. Therefore, we are on an incredible growth trajectory. We are one of the fastest-growing Metropolitan Statistical Areas in the whole country. Our challenges are— and will continue to be—affordable housing for everyone, school expansion for families and infrastructure for every single resident of the region.

FOR SOMEONE WHO HAS ACHIEVED SO MUCH, WHAT CONTINUES TO MOTIVATE YOU? I truly believe in the mission of the work that I—and everyone at Englewood Community Hospital—do. We are here to serve our community. I care about every single one of the patients who come to us, who trust us to care for them and who we have the privilege of caring for every day.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A YOUNGER VERSION OF YOURSELF? You are perfect just the way that you are. All that you need to change is the thought that you have to change.

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Sharon Roush PRESIDENT OF SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL – VENICE WHAT ARE YOU CURRENTLY WORKING ON? I am working with a team of architects, engineers, contractors and healthcare experts from Sarasota Memorial Hospital to design a new, state-of-the-art hospital in Venice. In addition, I am leading a team to develop all of the operational aspects of the new facility to include human resources, equipment planning, IT and clinical systems, medical staff developments, and policies and licensing/accreditation.

YOU HAVE ACHIEVED SO MUCH. WHAT CONTINUES TO MOTIVATE YOU? Our patients. The delivery of high-quality healthcare makes a significant positive impact on their lives. Speaking to patients and hearing their stories is the most inspiring aspect of my work.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A YOUNGER VERSION OF YOURSELF? Pace yourself and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

You don’t realize how many years you have ahead of you when you are in your twenties. Early in your career, you should work hard and try to move up the ladder quickly. I tell my younger colleagues to enjoy themselves, do a good job and the promotion will come.

WHAT IS YOUR PERFECT DAY OF RELAXATION? I always enjoy a nice, warm, calm day out on the Gulf.

Whenever the weather is good, I love a day out there on that water, boating and fishing.

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Tracy Ng BOARD

CERTIFIED

ORTHOPEDIC

SURGEON,

FELLOWSHIP TRAINED IN SPORTS MEDICINE & ARTHROSCOPY – ORTHOPAEDIC CENTER OF VENICE, ATLANTA BRAVES SPRING TRAINING ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON YOU HAVE RECENTLY BEEN NAMED THE SPRING TRAINING

ORTHOPEDIC

SURGEON

OF

THE

ATLANTA BRAVES. CONGRATULATIONS! WHERE DO YOU FIND YOUR MOTIVATION? I am focused on building my practice and becoming the best sports female orthopedist I can possibly be. I love the technology involved in what I do, I love the patients, and I love orthopedics. I love going to work everyday, seeing patients, and operating. I always treat my patients conservatively before I operate. That said, I really do have a passion for surgery. I give my patients the A-Z of what will happen and spend that extra quality time informing them and putting them at ease.

WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT LIFE LESSON YOU HAVE LEARNED SO FAR? Every patient is different and you have to treat everyone individually. That’s why it is called ‘practice.’ I think the best thing I have ever learned is that you should always stay open to getting advice and new ideas from others in the medical community. You should always listen to others.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO YOUR YOUNGER SELF? I would tell her, ‘Stay motivated and everything will be okay.’ And always remember to have fun. Go to the beach and hang out, get in the water and paddleboard. What I love about our region is that you don’t have to go far.

Venice or Nokomis, I can ride my bike to the beaches. I take my chair with me, and I just go.

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Debbie Worsham ESTHETICIAN AT DAVIS & BEYER DENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS AFTER A LONG CAREER, WHAT CONTINUES TO MOTIVATE YOU? Motivation comes from my clients. People of all ages like to feel confident in their appearance. I help to guide and educate them with excellent skincare. I learn a lot about life from them, and in that way I get more than I give. I love to see them walk out looking beautiful and confident.

HOW DO YOU STAY CURRENT WITH THE CHANGING TRENDS IN YOUR PROFESSION? What sets me apart is that I do custom facials. I’m hands-on and I want to feel my clients’ skin, I want to understand what’s in it, what’s under it, and I want to see what it needs. I have all kinds of different modalities that I use. If I want to drive a certain product like vitamin C into their skin, I can use an ultrasound spatula. It’s a lot of work to stay informed. Almost every night after work, I am on a webinar and learning something new.

WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT LIFE LESSON YOU HAVE LEARNED SO FAR? I am still learning lessons everyday. I stay open to always learning new things. What I know better than anything else is that nobody was put on this earth to make you happy but yourself. Happiness is your own responsibility.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A YOUNGER VERSION OF YOURSELF? Never worry about keeping up with the Joneses. Focus on making great memories with your family, children and all the other people who are important in your life.

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ARTICLE TONY D'SOUZA PHOTOGRAPHY DEBBIE PARKER PHOTOGRAPHY

Part-time caseworker Therese Spaude-Larsen with items donated to Our Mother's House

Our Mother’s House Offers a Bridge to the Future

Charity Offers Two Years of Housing to Single Mothers

SINCE 1987, OUR MOTHER’S HOUSE OF CATHOLIC CHARITIES HAS BEEN OFFERING A HELPING HAND TO HOMELESS MOTHERS IN NEED. A highly specific charity with a clearly defined mission, Our Mother’s House provides two years of housing for single mothers with preschool-age children. During the two years that the mothers are given one of the 22 apartments in Venice currently under the program’s administration, the residents are assigned a caseworker, are expected to work and attend school, and has led to many single homeless mothers completing GEDs and vocational certificates. After leaving Our Mother’s House, some have gone on to earn bachelor's and master's degrees. Our Mother’s House is aimed at breaking the cycle of poverty by offering a two-year window of stability where the women enrolled do not have to worry about housing costs as they build careers and resumes.

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Program Director Joyce Scott often speaks at public events about Our Mother's House.

Caseworker Rita Millner has been with the nonprofit for 14 years.

Caseworker Sharladene Senko has been with Our Mother's House for three years.

“When I started here in 2005, we had six apartments for housing

the program to become Certified Nursing Assistants and Licensed

mothers with young children,” explains Joyce Scott, Our Mother’s

Practical Nurses. Others pursue careers in the culinary arts, and one

House's program director. “Since that time, we have seen so much

is planning to become a certified electrician.

growth. Just last year, we opened five more apartments. Moms who come to us are expected to work and to go to school if they need to.

“We really push nontraditional careers for our women,” Joyce says.

“A woman can become anything she wants these days.”

Every Thursday, they attend our life skills classes. We just completed a

Nondenominational and open to anyone of any faith, Our Mother’s

series on financial skills—how to balance a budget, how credit works.

House chooses from a pool of applicants whenever one of its resi-

We bring in experts to teach them a wide array of skills. We have law-

dents graduates the program and an apartment becomes available.

yers come and speak to them about wills and guardianship, dentists,

Graduates have gone directly into home ownership, using the money

hygienists. We do a lot of work with them on building self-esteem.

they have saved while in the program.

These are women who have had no role models in their lives.”

“This is a program about the future,” Joyce says. “For many of our

The goal of Our Mother’s House is that at the end of their two-year

mothers, they have been in a cycle of abuse and violence; nobody in

residency in the program, the residents will have all the skills they

their family can give them any solid direction. No one in the family before

need to achieve self-sufficiency. Many take advantage of their time in

them has finished high school, let alone college. They’ve never really CONTINUED >

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had a job and have always been on assistance. They need the encouragement and life skills advice that we provide. When they come to us, they are at their lowest point; they were homeless.

And when they leave us, many go forward and achieve independence, and that is very gratifying.”

With a team of three caseworkers, Our Mother’s House checks in with each resident every week.

“We visit with the mothers on their time, so if they don’t get home from work until 5:30 p.m., then that’s when we meet," says Sharladene Senko, a caseworker. "One of my graduated residents who has two little girls, she worked in retail while with us and managed to save $20,000. She did a very good job

2.

budgeting and bought her own home when she left here. This has been such fulfilling work for me.”

“The best part is seeing the growth. They find employment; their self-esteem truly improves," says Rita Millner, an Our Mother’s House caseworker of 14 years. "These women face so many challenges. Transportation is a big issue. We help them learn how to use the bus system, how to conduct themselves in job interviews. I have watched these women create lives for themselves.”

Part-time caseworker Therese Spaude-Larsen has been with the nonprofit for two years and will see her first resident graduate this coming November.

“I am really going to miss her,” Therese says. “She is our first Spanish speaker, and I speak Spanish well enough to work with her. She managed to purchase a car and is now a nursing aide. Her dream right now is to transition into a Habitat Home.”

Ten percent of Our Mother’s House’s budget is provided by Catholic Charities. The rest comes from local community grants and small donations as the charity accepts no city or state funding. Joyce begins planning every August for Our Mother’s House’s major annual fundraiser, held the last Thursday of every February, and which provides 25 percent of the annual operating budget.

Called "Our Mother’s House Wine Tasting, Auction and Dinner Dance," the fundraiser has welcomed more than 350 guests.

“Venice is an amazingly giving community,” Joyce says. “For a young woman who finds herself in need of help, there is a continuum of care here in Venice. Our community offers an astonishing array of services and wonderful people willing to help, and we are a part of that.”

Our Mother’s House is always welcoming of additional support from our community.

“Our mothers come back after they graduate; they show us pictures of their kids,” Joyce says. “It is deeply satisfying work, seeing these women become self-sufficient.”

P.O. Box 2240, Venice, 941.485.6264, OurMothersHouseDOV.org

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1 - From left: Rita Millner, Program Director Joyce Scott, Therese Spaude-Larsen and Sharladene Senko. Not pictured is Administrative Assistant Kathy Isbell.

2 - The staff at Our Mother's House. From left: Program Director Joyce Scott and Caseworkers Therese Spaude-Larsen, Sharladene Senko and Rita Millner.

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JOYCE MCCAFFREY’S EYES ON YOU EXPRESSES THE TRUE SPIRIT OF VENICE

“ I l o v e i t w h e n s o m e o n e c o m e s t o m e a n d s a y s , ‘J o y c e , I just love my glasses. When people like how they look i n t h e i r e y e w e a r, t h e y f e e l h a p p i e r. A n d t h a t a l s o m a k e s m e f e e l h a p p y.”

AT THE CORNER OF VENICE AND NOKOMIS

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AVENUES IN THE VERY HEART OF DOWNTOWN

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VENICE, JOYCE MCCAFFREY’S BRIGHT AND STYL-

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PAST 12 YEARS. Featuring beautiful, high-end eyewear

town. My customers become my friends. Many have

and luxury apparel, this interesting, artsy shop is known

been with me since the day I opened.”

not just for the wonderful goods for sale, but for Joyce herself. Joyce’s welcoming attitude, great sense for high fashion, easy humor and deep commitment to customer service all express the true spirit of our town.

Northern visitors save their eyewear prescriptions until they come to Venice to buy eyewear from Eyes on You. An experienced professional eyewear fitter, Joyce carries gorgeous, creative lines of frames like Face A Face and

“Joyce is a lot of fun,” says Chris Tritschler, Joyce’s hus-

LaFont from France, Porsche, Ovoo and John Varvatos.

band. “You see how she is with people. She takes good

Because of her love for the environment, she even carries

care of them. She’s just a joy to be around.”

a line, Costa, featuring frames made from recycled fishing

Raised in Sarasota, Joyce began a love affair with eyewear some 30-plus years ago, when she worked

nets. Her optical lenses are top of the line in the industry, as she always chooses the best products available.

as a receptionist for an optician. Knowing that she

“My passion is glasses,” Joyce says. “When I find a

eventually wanted to own her own business, Joyce

new exciting line, I know exactly which ones are best

soon became a board-certified optician herself. She

for my clientele. I am always looking for the unique and

was even named Apprentice of the Year for the state

different. I want to fit my customers with the perfect

of Florida during her studies. After raising her three

eyewear for their facial shape and personality. We want

children, Mitchell, Austin and Natalie—who all still live

each individual to have the ‘wow!’ experience. Then they

in the area—Joyce opened her first shop in 2006. Four

come back and tell me that everyone loves their glasses.

years after that, her current location became available,

Our lines are so unique that people know just by looking

and the rest is history.

at them that they come from Eyes on You.”

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Eyes on You's Joyce McCaffrey fits customer Christine Lynch with a new pair of stylish frames.

“Joyce is a lot of fun. You see how she is with people.

She takes good care of them. She’s just a joy to be around.”

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Joyce McCaffrey and her canine sidekick, Chloe, at Eyes on You

Joyce is also an expert bra fitter and carries Wacoal, Fitfully

A generous philanthropist, Joyce—along with her friendly canine

Yours and French lines of bras. She pays special attention to

sidekick, Chloe—is always ready to welcome anyone into Eyes on

women who have had reconstructive surgery, offering softer

You and to donate products for special causes.

supportive bras that won’t bind or cause pressure. Her Allegria

“I love it when someone comes to me and says, ‘Joyce, I just love

Wear line of fine loungewear features such beautiful colors and

my glasses,” she says. “When people like how they look in their eye-

luxurious feel that customers have begun to collect them.

wear, they feel happier. And that also makes me feel happy.”

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

MAY

3–5 VENICE SEAFOOD & MUSIC FESTIVAL

sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to point this out, despite his mother’s protective flapping. Book

by Anthony Drewe. Music by George

20 HEARING HEALTHCARE INFORMATION SESSION

Centennial Park

Stiles. Lyrics by Anthony Drewe. Based

The Third Annual Venice Seafood &

on Hans Christian Andersen’s The Ugly

Music Festival is May 3–5 in Centennial

Duckling. Tickets: $22 adults, $15 col-

Hearing Clinic of Venice is sponsor-

Park. Festivities begin Friday evening

lege students, $12 children

ing a free lunch and learn offered to the public to help clear up the confu-

from 4–10 p.m. and continue Saturday from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Admission is free. Enjoy great food, drinks and live music on

Bonefish Grill

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stage by some of Florida’s and the

VENICE BREW BASH

region’s top musical talents.

Venice Community Center

sion about hearing loss and hearing aids. We will discuss the remarkable advancements in hearing aids in the past several years. Seating is limited.

Please call 941.328.8695 to RSVP.

This Memorial Day, come out to

4, 11, 18, 25 VENICE FARMERS MARKET

celebrate the suds in downtown Venice from 3–7 p.m. Sample more than 60 different craft and import brews. This event is the perfect

City Hall

opportunity for beer aficionados,

The lively Venice Farmers Market fea-

beer lovers or just the casual beer

tures dozens of vendors, locally grown

drinker. Ad­mission is $35–$45.

was featured in our April issue.

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Venice Theatre

Venice Theatre and Loveland Center

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24 years to provide adults with developmental disabilities the chance to grow and learn through theater.

Loveland students, under the direc-

Centennial Park

tion of professional staff and with

Meet and Paint at 9 a.m., and paint

help from community volunteers,

until noon with a critique often fol-

rehearse all season to present this

City Hall

lowing. Zero charge/cost to partici-

musical on MainStage. Join us for the

Venice Bicycle Pedestrian Coordinator

pants. It's a great community service

best show in town! Tickets are $22.

Darlene Culpepper has launched a

for people visiting the area. Visit

monthly bicycle ride in the city, open to

the Facebook Community Page at

the public. Embark on a casual 6-mile ride

Venice Plein Air m.Facebook.com

around the Island of Venice, traveling along

/VenicePleinAIr.

CITY OF VENICE CASUAL BIKE RIDE

the ever-so-popular Venice Island Loop that is highlighted on our bicycle maps.

The free ride will take place on the second Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m.

10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19

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THE 24TH ANNUAL LOVELAND SHOW have been partnering for more than

fruits and vegetables, as well as crafts of all sorts. The Farmers Market

30–31

19 HOME SWEET HOME PICNIC

31 GAZEBO STARLIGHT CINEMA: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Centennial Park

Join VIPA and Venice Mainstreet for the premiere of the Gazebo Starlight

Maxine Barritt Park

Cinema series. Movies start at sundown

The Home Sweet Home Picnic is a

in Centennial Park. Bring blankets,

Volunteer Appreciation Event for Family

chairs and the whole family to enjoy

Promise of South Sarasota County.

these free monthly movies! We encour-

HONK! A MUSICAL TALE OF THE UGLY DUCKLING

The program would not be able to do

age you to support Venice Avenue busi-

what it does without the investment

nesses by purchasing snacks or dinner

of its volunteers. Bring a blanket or

and bringing it to the Gazebo.

Venice Theatre

folding chair, and hear the stories and

Ugly looks quite a bit different from

thanks from the families served. Anyone

his darling duckling brothers and

wanting to attend must RSVP by May 10.

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