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Ridout’s Valley Chapel
Ridout’s Valley Chapel serves families in Homewood and the Birmingham area. Nestled in the valley between Shades Mountain and Red Mountain since February 1951, Ridout’s funeral home is beautifully appointed and handsomely furnished, providing a comfortable, warm environment for families, friends and guests. “Ridout’s Valley Chapel’s commitment to personalized service, compassionate care and tradition through the years allows us to be one of Birmingham’s most prestigious funeral, cremation and memorial service providers.” said Managing Director Scott McBrayer. McBrayer also serves as Homewood’s mayor. Funeral planning can seem overwhelming. Losing a family member is an emotional experience, and grief can make the funeral planning process difficult. Pre-planning final arrangements helps relieve your family of both emotional and financial burdens. Ridout’s Valley Chapel also offers support to those who have an immediate need to plan a funeral for a family member or friend who has passed away. A celebration of life focuses on remembering life in a unique and joyful way. With favorite foods, music, decor and more personalized touches, we can help you create a personalized service which reflects your life. “Cremation is increasingly becoming a choice of disposition. Our expert directors can walk you through the planning process and select the service that is most appropriate for you and the needs of your family,” said McBrayer. Ridout’s Valley Chapel is located at 1800 Oxmoor Road Homewood, 205-879-3401. ridoutsvalleychapel.com
“RIDOUT’S VALLEY CHAPEL’S COMMITMENT TO PERSONALIZED SERVICE, COMPASSIONATE CARE AND TRADITION THROUGH THE YEARS ALLOWS US TO BE ONE OF BIRMINGHAM’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS FUNERAL, CREMATION AND MEMORIAL SERVICE PROVIDERS.” Scott McBrayer, Ridout’s Valley Chapel, managing director. McBrayer also serves as Homewood’s mayor.
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Regenerative Medical Institute Regenerative medicine is the practice of medicine that takes advantage of the newest advancements in biological science. Our medical staff of physicians and practitioners believe in cutting edge medical technologies to approach difficult to treat conditions. The antiquated practice of prescribing medications which only masks symptoms is avoided. Our clinic utilizes therapies aimed to treat the root cause of conditions such as neuropathy symptoms like tingling, painful pinprick sensations, numbness, imbalance, joint pain including neck and back, sciatic pain, cramping, Robert Odell Jr, MD, PhD restless legs, tight muscles, pain after shingles, surgery, or injury. Our treatments are designed to target pain reduction through nerve stimulation and neuromuscular reeducation. The therapy is delivered by pulsed energy waves directly to the affected area without causing pain or discomfort. Pain blocks, IV therapy to reduce pain and inflammation and/or regenerative stem cells treatment may be recommended. “Most patients report an immediate acceptable reduction in pain during treatment and a gradual reduction or elimination of pain (and pain medications) over time,” says Robert Odell Jr, MD, PhD. Our team enjoys educating patients and seeing the results of how alternative methods can improve their health and get back to a more enjoyable life! Take the first step and CALL NOW for a consultation appointment. We accept Medicare and all major insurance plans. Regenerative Medical Institute is located at 1849 Data Drive Suite 1, Hoover, AL Call our friendly staff at (205) 774-8222, Facebook; regennedclinics.com
Town Village Vestavia Hills Town Village Vestavia Hills is an independent living community for seniors. The community has recently been renovated and offers a wide variety of apartment style choices with full kitchens. Additional care services are available onsite for residents who need additional help with daily activities. Town Village offers a variety of amenities such as an indoor heated pool, walking trail, fenced-in dog park, gardening boxes, all-day dining options and many fitness classes. “Water Aerobics is a favorite among many of the residents,” said Desiree Soriano, director of sales and marketing at Town Village. Town Village offers great choices for someAnne Martin one who is considering the idea of senior living, whether they are still active in their lives or if they exerpience declined health and favor an independent lifestyle with additional care services. “I visited seven retirement communities, spent the night in two of them before deciding Town Village was the place for me. In real estate and retirement locations, location is everything. Little Shades Creek is in our side yard – walking along the creek going North, in a half a block you have many restaurants and stores to go to. We are not a lot of marble and glitz but we are friendly and fun. Laughter and loving friendships are all around. My story is continuing here,” said resident Anne Martin. Tours are available Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and by appointment on weekends. Town Village is located at 2385 Dolly Ridge Road, Birmingham (behind the CVS off of Rocky Ridge Road), 979-2702.
Suffering from Nerve Pain? We can help! Join us for Town Village Vestavia Hill’s
ANNUAL HOLIDAY MARKET
Ridout’s Valley Chapel
December 6th 10 am-4pm.
Come shop for handmade items, clothes, jewelry, art, gifts, food and more!
And our
Do you suffer from:
Numbness/burning pain Leg and arm swelling Hurts to walk CALL FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY!
Holiday Open House December 13th 5-7 pm
Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served RSVP to Christine Buzhardt or Desiree Soriano 979-2702
Painless Cardiac and Nerve Risk Assessment Testing Provided. Take the first step towards changing your life.
Now accepting
MEDICARE AND ALL MAJOR INSURANCE PLANS!
ROBERT AGEE, MD Medical Director CRYSTAL STUBBS, CRNP Nurse Practitioner Specializing in Pain Management
HOMEWOOD MAYOR SCOTT MCBRAYER MANAGING DIRECTOR
www.ridoutsvalleychapel.com 1800 Oxmoor Road Homewood, Al 35209•205-879-3401
205.774.8222
1849 Data Drive, Suite 1 • Birmingham, AL 35244
2385 Dolly Ridge Road Birmingham, AL 35243 205-979-2702 www.TownVillageVestaviaHills.com