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Community News 10 Archbishop McCarthy High School Students Return to School 20 Raising The Standard of Care: Gadh Family Practice Goes Beyond CDC Guidelines 37 It’s Time to Sell & Buy Bigger!

55 Seniors Helping Seniors Provides Companionship & Care 55 Poor Sleep Is Dangerous Make Restful Sleep a Priority 63 What Does it Mean to Establish Paternity 64 Davie Update 63 Corssword Puzzle

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elcome to the first annual Our City’s Best of Davie, Cooper City & Southwest Ranches. We surveyed the readers of Our City Davie, tabulated the results, and now present our readers’ picks for the best.

Our City Media has been publishing a special “Best of” issue of Our City Weston for about 15 years now. It has consistently been our most popular issue. It is also an incredibly helpful resource for readers to find the area’s best businesses and service providers.

We decided to bring this same concept to residents of Davie, Cooper City and Southwest Ranches. Voting opened at www.bestofdavie.com on July 15th and we were shocked at the response. The members of this community were eager to share their favorite restaurants, medical practices, hair salons and more. Voting was intense and competitive in almost every category. In its first year, Our City’s Best of Davie, Cooper City & Southwest Ranches received more ballot submissions than any other “Best of” or “Readers’ Choice” issue our company has ever done!

Please use this magazine as a resource throughout the year.

Or, if you are more digitally oriented, visit www.bestofdavie.com for an easy to access online version. And, to all of the winners, congratulations!

Archbishop McCarthy High School Students Return to School With Safety Protocols in Place

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rchbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School opened its 48-acre campus on August 19th for the 2020 school year.

The Catholic college preparatory school has a different feel this year versus years past. That is because extensive safety protocols have been put in place to keep students safe while attending school.

The school, which emphasizes faith, family, and education, has implemented social distancing protocols, masking requirements, and thermal scanners to identify anyone with a fever and hand sanitizing stations across its campus.

Archbishop McCarthy fosters a culture of innovation in teaching and learning, cultivating independent thinkers and global citizens. Technology is an integral part of the curriculum. All students are challenged to work creatively

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and collaboratively. The curriculum offers honors, advanced placement, and dual enrollment courses.

State-of-the-art facilities reinforce the school’s commitment to academic and technological excellence, 4 modern classroom buildings house biology, chemistry, physics, and computer labs.

All classrooms have state-of-the-art interactive displays. Their Fine Arts program offers more than 25 courses and an array of after-school programs, including band, drama, art, and dance.

The campus includes a multi-purpose stadium and sports complex with practice fields for football, soccer, track and field, baseball; state-of-the-art varsity locker rooms; an airconditioned 1000+ seat gymnasium; a 3,800 square-foot Health & Fitness center; and a broadcasting studio. n Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy is currently accepting new student applications. It is located at 5451 S Flamingo Rd. SW Ranches. For more info, or to tour the campus, call 954-434-8820 or visit www.mccarthyhigh.net.

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We know these are nervous times for seniors and their families. At Oakmonte Village of Davie, our every effort is dedicated to the safety, comfort, and care of our residents. Our entire staff is continuously practicing infection-control procedures to ensure that both residents and staff stay healthy and happy.

Oakmonte Village of Davie’s beautiful 199-unit boutique-style Luxury Senior Living Community offers a continuum of care for seniors including Catered Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. We also offer restaurant-style dining, luxurious accommodations, washers and dryers in each apartment, a wellness center, 80-foot pool, activities & more. If you are ready, your new home awaits! Please call 954-982-2323 or visit us online at www.OakmonteVillageDavie.com.

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Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. These options allow residents to live life to its fullest while giving family members a positive piece of mind. Its no wonder Oakmonte Village of Davie was voted best by our readers.

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Best Assisted Living Facility Oakmonte Village of Davie 8201 Stirling Rd., Davie 954-982-2323 www.royalseniorcare.com

Arohma Therapy’s mission is to awaken an experience of peace and harmony within all of those they work with. They offer acupuncture, organic skincare, massage therapy, reiki, sound healing and more at their clinic.

Their treatment scope is broad and ranges greatly with each individual.

Patients seek thei care for many reasons, including pain management, fertility, stress management, oncology support, menstrual health, hormone balancing, anti-aging, dermatology, digestive disharmonies, respiratory health, immune-boosting, energy balancing, sleep disturbance and more. For pediatric cases or needle sensitive patients, they offer tuning forks, micro-current light therapy, and vibrational medicine as an alternative to needles.

Oakmonte Village of Davie is a state of the art resort-like lifestyle community with endless amenities and activities. It includes restaurant-style dining, expansive theaters and performing arts rooms. It also includes manicured landscaping and a beach entry heated pool and cabana area to take advantage of the beautiful South Florida weather all year round. The 10-acre pristinely landscaped campus allows residents to enjoy a wide variety of educational, enrichment and fitness-related activities and classes.

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Best Counseling Center Counseling and Wellness Center of South Florida

11011 Sheridan Street, Suite 211 Office: 954-951-2929 www.cwcsf.com The Counseling and Wellness Center of South Florida (CWCSF) is a group of highly trained and skilled Therapists. CWCSF Therapists offer and specialize in a variety of Psychotherapy Services including, but not limited to, Couples Counseling, Family Therapy, Medical Family Therapy, and Group Therapy treatments. Addiction Counseling, Postpartum Counseling, ADHD Therapy, and Autism Counseling.

Individual Counseling is available for Children, Adolescents, Adults, and Elders. If you or your loved one are in pain, suffering, hurt, confused, going through a tough time, in need of Help, CWCSF Therapists provide Hope! They provide a supportive place to deal with what is occurring in your life. They do this in a compassionate, therapeutic, self-paced, judgment-free setting. They will help you explore creative coping options.

Where There Is HOPE & HELP Counseling & Wellness Center of South Florida Offering therapeutic services for children, adolescents, adults and elders in a safe & compassionate environment.

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Best Cosmetic Dentist Elite Dental & Aesthetics

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Elite Dental & Aesthetics provides gentle & beautiful restorative care in a spa-like environment. At Elite Dental & Aesthetics, their goal is to show you how relaxing and enjoyable a cosmetic and aesthetic dental treatment can be. They listen to their patients, discuss treatment options, and then execute that personalized plan flawlessly. They are skilled, knowledgeable, and imaginative professionals helping you keep or obtain the stunning, brilliant smile you’ve always wanted. This is why our readers have chosen them “BEST”.

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Committed to creating “a more beautiful you,” Dr. Messa offers a complete menu of cosmetic surgery procedures. Whether you are seeking to enhance your facial features, increase your breast size, or redefine your body’s natural curves, Dr. Messa will provide you with beautiful, naturallooking results that improve your external appearance and emotional well-being.

The Weston Cosmetic Surgery Center was carefully designed, under the direction of Dr. Messa, to promote a clear reflection of aesthetic beauty with the look and feel of peaceful ambiance in its architectural and interior design. The state-of-the-art center is certified by the American Association of Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgical Facilities, recognized nationally as the “Gold Standard” in accreditation.

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Dr. Samuel and his staff are focused on being long-term contributors to the community. The practice offers all phases of dental care, from pediatrics and orthodontics all the way to periodontal dentistry. Not only will Dr. Samuel fix your smile, but you will leave his practice with a smile on your face every time BESTOFDAVIE.COM

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usband and wife primary care physicians, Dr. Ruchika Gadh and Dr. Rundeep Gadh opened their family medical practice in Plantation over ten years ago with the idea of providing patients with personalized attention and care. This driving thought has remained close to their hearts ever since. Unlike larger group practices or medical corporations, Dr. Gadhs’ philosophy is rooted in getting to know their patients and their families.

The kind and efficient medical staff at Gadh Family Practice have been welcoming patients, 16 years and older, into their practice since opening. They accept all major insurance plans and offer all types of primary care.

Unfortunately, the advent of COVID-19 has made some people scared to even step foot in a medical office. Dr. Gadh took this unfortunate, new reality as a challenge. He set out to create the safest, most sanitary medical office available for their patients. The practice implemented stringent infectious disease prevention policies and retrained staff to ensure everyone who walks through the door will have the peace of mind to know they are in the safest environment possible.

We sat down with Dr. Gadh to learn more.

This seems like it goes beyond, even COVID. Exactly. I do not know of any other practice implementing these aggressive measures. We are raising the standard of care in order to protect our patients to the best of our ability, especially the elderly and immunocompromised.

Doctors’ offices should have been doing these things years ago in order to reduce the spread of viruses like the flu. It’s still not being done, it’s not the standard of care, but we are looking to be the pioneers to raise the standard of care.

“We are raising the standard of care in order to protect our patients, especially the elderly and immunocompromised”

Tell us about some of the changes you’ve made as a result of COVID-19.

I want to reduce the fear that patients have when they come to a medical office because they are concerned they will get sick. We are now sanitizing our office with commercial equipment What types of care do you offer? and EPA certified sanitizing solution, every day!

We offer all types of primary care.

(This is in addition to disinfecting every patient Everything from physicals, diabetes, to managroom, after each patient which is something we ing hypertension, to allergy testing, and more. have always done). The systems we are using are It sounds like you put a lot of thought into your far beyond the CDC recommendations. This is “new normal” approach, and at great expense. state-of-the-art.

Why did you take this approach?

We also have special partitions in the waiting We take great pride in our patient care. In rooms, temperature checks upon arrival, sickorder to keep our patients safe and healthy, visit screening before entering, and even sneezeGadh Family Practice has learned, adapted, and guards throughout the office. We put air filtration evolved for the “new normal.” We have always systems throughout the office and in each and given our patients all the attention they need, every patient room.

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we now exceed the standard of care.

Assuming we get a vaccine for COVID, will this change your new approach?

We have made a commitment to maintaining these higher standards for infectious disease control in the future. Simply stated, our goal is to ensure patients come to our office to get well, not sick. n Gadh Family Practice provides primary medical care to patients 16 years old and older.

They are located at 600 S. Pine Island Road, Suite 104. To schedule an appointment or to learn more call 954-474-4401 or visit www.gadhfamilypractice.com.

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as stress fracture. In more severe cases a physician may elect to inject a steroid into the heel using ultrasound to reduce the inflammation and improve symptoms. This is done with the caveat that chronic use of these agents may be detrimental and weaken the plantar fascia. Patients who are unresponsive to the initial treatment of plantar fasciitis may be candidates for extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT). ESWT or lithotripsy was initially used to fracture painful kidney stones so that they could pass through the ureter. Recently PRP (platelet rich plasma) has been given much attention

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The condition may become truly frustrating if it becomes chronic as patients will often liken their symptoms to a nail being driven through the heel. Often times they may walk with a limp or even resort to using a cane.

The initial phase of treatment revolves around eliminating the pain. This is done by wearing appropriate running or dress shoes and sandals, over the counter orthotics, gentle sustained stretching, applying heat prior to exercising and instituting ice massage when the activity is completed. If pain becomes particularly acute then impact exercises should be discontinued for

BY MICHAEL M. COHEN, DPM, FACFAS a few weeks. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories such he plantar fascia is a tight Aleve, or Motrin can be used band of connective tissue initially but chronic use of which links the ball of the these agents is to be avoided foot to the base of the heel. You as they may mask telltale can visualize the structure in symptoms. If pain continues your arch by holding the foot 90° an X-ray may be indicated to to the leg and bending a great rule out other conditions such toe backwards. Imagine this structure and is being a cable, which maintains the integrity of the arch. Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of this connective tissue usually located at its weakest link at the bottom of the heel.

Debate continues regarding its exact cause, but some researchers feel that it is a result of some type of overuse mechanism such as a sudden change in shoe gear, ambulating barefoot especially on hard surfaces, or runners increasing their level of intensity too rapidly. Several studies have found a correlation between plantar fasciitis and a shortened or tight calf muscle. Symptoms will present as dull aching pain in the arch and in later stages may progress to acute pain in the heel, the point at which the plantar fascia attaches to the bone. The symptoms may become debilitating and not only experienced during walking or running but during the first few steps out of

n Michael M Cohen, DPM, is a Board-Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon and Diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and Board Certified and Diplomat of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. He practices with the Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialists of South Florida specializing in lower leg injuries and reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle. The practice includes Robert Sheinberg DPM, Al DeSimone MD, Fernando Moya MD PhD, Alexander Bertot MD, David Shenassa MD, Carlo Messina DPM, Franz Jones DO and John Goodner DPM. The South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine in Weston is located at 1600 Town Center Blvd., Suite C, (954) 389-5900 and in Pembroke Pines at 17842 NW 2nd Street, (954) 430-9901. The practice website is www.SOUTHFLORIDASPORTSMEDICINE.org

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1655 N. Commerce Parkway, Suite 202 954-385-9160 www.DivorceBroward.com When it comes to the emotional and sensitive matters of family law, trust the attorney the Weston community has relied on for over 30 years. Evan H. Baron is uniquely qualified to guide clients through every step of the challenging family law process.

The skilled and experienced divorce attorney has handled hundreds of cases from simple uncontested divorce to more complicated cases requiring child psychologists and forensic accountants. Mr. Baron’s expertise includes jury trials as well as non-jury divorce and marital dissolution trials.

From pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements to complex litigation, such as paternity actions, restraining orders, marital asset valuation, and equitable distribution of assets and liabilities, Mr. Baron is committed to supporting clients through all stages of the family law process. He also represents clients in post-judgment matters, such as child support and alimony modifications.

The Law Firm of Evan H. Baron & Associates offers free consultations with qualified attorneys who will provide the information clients need to make an intelligent and knowledgeable decision. The firm is committed to fighting for its clients. Mr. Baron and his associates will monitor and handle the details of each case until a final resolution is met, allowing clients to live a less complicated life during this emotional and difficult time.

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The most important thing when working with anyone in the insurance business is trust. Without trust, insurance really doesn’t work. The best way to build trust is through a long track-record. Iten Insurance Agency has been serving South Florida families and businesses for over 50 years. They don’t just serve the local community, they live in it!

The Iten Insurance Agency is three generations strong. In 1963 Louis (Lou) J. Iten opened Iten Insurance Agency following a career with Nationwide as a claims specialist. In 1983, Lou’s oldest son, Louis Randall (Randy) Iten joined the agency and began working with his dad. In 1989 Randy & his wife, Debbie, started their own agency, Randall Iten Insurance Agency in the same building growing the business to two locations in South Florida. Lou retired in 2007, when Randy and Debbie purchased the agency from him, merging both agencies under the DBA of Iten Agency and formed partnerships with the top-rated carriers and brokers in Florida. In the past year, the third generation of Iten’s joined the business, Joseph (Joe) Iten.

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Best Law Firm Kalis, Kleiman & Wolfe 7320 Griffin Rd #109, Davie 954-791-0477 www.kaliskleiman.com

Whether we are handling Real Estate, Corporate, Business, Probate, Personal Injury or Medical Malpractice cases, the stakes are always high. That is why the attorneys at Kalis, Kleiman & Wolfe always put their clients’ interests ahead of their own.

The firm has been involved in some of the largest real estate transactions & litigation matters in South Florida and whether they are handling complex business transactions or pursuing justice for injured victims, they pride themselves on not just being lawyers but being counselors as well. The attorneys at Kalis, Kleiman & Wolfe don’t just look at the transaction or litigation matter from a legal perspective but also from a business and financial perspective to ensure they are doing what is right and fair for the client. The firm offers a free consultation for all personal injury and medical malpractice cases.

Best Personal Injury Attorney Tami Wolfe, Esq. 7320 Griffin Rd #109, Davie 954-791-0477 www.kaliskleiman.com

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for 28 years. Ms. Wolfe concentrates on the litigation and trial of significant negligence cases involving Automobile Accidents, Slip/Trip and Falls, Negligent Security, Wrongful Death, Catastrophic Brain or Spinal Cord injuries, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Liability and Qui Tam (Whistleblower) Cases under the False Claims Act. She earned her J.D. from Nova University and is licensed to practice in all Florida Courts, United States District Court Southern District of Florida and the United States Court of Appeals 11th Circuit. She is also a licensed Private Investigator. In addition to representing her clients in personal injury cases, Tami is very active in local civic organizations including the DavieCooper City Chamber of Commerce and she is President of the Davie-Cooper City Rotary Club.

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It’s Time to Sell and Buy Bigger!

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ne important impression that this pandemic has made on all of us is how important space in our homes has become. With our homes posing as home, office, restaurant, staycations, school, movie theater, recreation and sanctuary, we are rethinking “space.”

Today, there is not enough inventory for the number of buyers.

According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “Total housing inventory at the end of June totaled 1.57 million units, up 1.3% from May, but still down 18.2% from one year ago (1.92 million).”

Inventory was already low at the start of the pandemic and has reduced even further this year. Houses today are selling faster creating an even greater shortage.

The lack of inventory has been a challenging situation for a while now, and with low mortgage rates fueling buyer demand, inventory is even harder for buyers to find today. Buyers are eager to purchase, and because of the shortage of homes available, there are more bidding wars which drives up prices.

We’re sitting in an optimal moment in time for homeowners who are ready to sell their houses and make a move this year.

Today’s homeowners are, on average, staying in their homes longer than they used to, and this is one factor driving increased homeowner equity. When equity grows, selling a house becomes increasingly desirable. Here’s a breakdown of why it’s a great time to capitalize on equity gain in today’s market.

Concern about unemployment: When the official report came out, it revealed that 1.8 million jobs were added, and the unemployment rate fell to 10.2% (from

11.1% last month). Once again, this is excellent news as this was the third consecutive month the unemployment rate decreased.

What about mortgage rates: The most impressive buyer incentive today is the average mortgage interest rate. Just last week, mortgage rates hit an all-time low for the eighth time this year. The 30-year fixed-rate is now averaging 2.88%, the lowest rate in the survey’s history, which dates back to 1971.

CoreLogic explains: “Over the past 10 years, the equity position of homeowners has positively changed as a result of more than eight years of rising home prices. As the economy climbed out of the recession in the first quarter of 2010, 25.9% or 12.1 million homes were still underwater, compared to the first quarter of 2020 when the negative equity share was at 3.4%, or 1.8 million properties. Borrowers have seen an aggregate increase of $6.2 trillion in home equity since the first quarter of 2010 and the average homeowner has gained about $106,100 in equity.”

Increased equity is enabling many homeowners to sell for an increased profit and then reinvest in a new, and perhaps larger, home.

If you’ve been taking a closer look at your house recently and are thinking it might be time for you to make a move, determining your equity position is a great place to start.

Understanding how much equity you’ve earned over time can be a key factor in helping you realize the potential profits in your real estate investment and move toward your next homeownership goal.

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Unlike the big chains, Pill Box is independent and is able to focus on what matters most to its customers. This is a place where friendliness is the norm and a person, not a machine, always answers the phone. At the same time, Pill Box has a state-of-the-art compounding laboratory, offering customers access to hard to find medications. It’s easy to see why they were voted best!

Best Photography Studio Weston Photography Studio

12233 SW 55th St, #806, Cooper City 954-888-4544 www.westonphotographystudio.com A picture says a thousand words. Weston Photography’s pictures can tell a life story. With a history of over 25 years, Weston Photography Studio has become highly experienced in capturing special events. They are an all-occasion portrait studio providing services for engagement, maternity, newborn, birthday, first communion, high school seniors, and family portraits. Plus, they have some of

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Roni’s commitment is to you, to help you find the home that makes sense, the one you dreamed, the one you always wanted. She will share with you all of her knowledge and the local insight that you can only acquire with years of experience.

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A native South Floridian, born in Miami Beach, Zona Horton knows South Florida Real Estate inside and out. With over 33 years of experience and hundreds of successful transactions, Zona has represented buyers and sellers in most areas of South Florida and has sold and resold Broward County, including Davie, Cooper City, The Ranches, Weston, East Ft. Lauderdale, Coral Springs, Parkland and more. She focuses on getting sellers the highest prices for their homes in the shortest amount of time – without stress.

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All loving pet owners want their four-legged friends to be treated with gentle, loving care. No one cares for pets and their families more than Dr. David Beiber. Dr. Beiber brings a world of experience to his veterinary practice. He trained at the University of Pisa in Italy before practicing in Holland, Italy and Scotland. Upon returning to the United States, Dr. Bieber did internships at the University of Pennsylvania and the renowned Animal Medical Center in New York City.

Dr. Bieber opened Sheridan West Animal Clinic 30 years ago and focuses on caring for dogs, cats, reptiles and pocket pets. He is also an innovator with some of the latest technologies available, including stem cell therapy, Class IV Laser therapy and Dogosteron therapy. It’s no wonder he was voted best by our readers.

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Massage Envy offers a complete menu of professional and convenient services at affordable prices. The healing touch of massage therapy can relax tired and sore muscles, boost energy, refresh your mental and emotional outlook and positively impact all aspects of your life. Massage Envy’s licensed therapists make it their mission to take care of clients by offering customized therapeutic and relaxing massages. Options include hot stone massage, aromatherapy, deep muscle massage as well as reflexology. Many of their experienced therapists are specially trained in prenatal, oncology, myofascial, sports and geriatric massage. Treat your body like you live in it - make regular massage and skin care a part of your total body care routine at Massage Envy.or holidays, birthdays, anniversaries and more.

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Living in South Florida has its advantages. The weather is warm, and we are always a short drive from the beach. It is a great place to spend time outdoors in a swimsuit. Luckily, House of Wax is here to help us make sure our bodies are swimsuit ready. They offer a full array of waxing and spray tan services. The staff is both knowledgeable and professional.

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Toi spa prides itself on being YOUR spa. In fact, Toi is a Vietnamese word that translates to “my” or “me” in English. That is what Toi Spa is about, you. Toi is the only South Florida spa specializing in spa pedicures.

With over twenty different pedicures plus seasonal pedicures for every indulgence, there is always a perfect pedicure awaiting every woman or man. Toi also features exfoliating sugar scrubs, moisturizing creams and hydrating masks for their clients. The spa offers a luxurious modern ambiance that relaxes clients while their fingers and toes are being treated. It’s no wonder they were voted best by our readers!

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In the same location for over 35 years, Artistry Dance Academy (formerly Stella’s Dancers’ Studio), continues to offer the same high-quality dance instruction set forth by founder, Stella Palumbo. In 1984, the first Baby Ballerinas began taking classes there. After lots of fun and determination, they eventually put on their tutus and shoes and stole the audience’s heart with their performance. Since then, thousands of students have grown into poised, confident dancers at Artistry Dance Academy. Owner and artistic director, Rebecca Masel’s goal is to develop children physically, mentally and emotionally through a warm, family atmosphere that enhances the dancer’s self-esteem and confidence. Parents are encouraged to observe their children in class.

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Tree of Life Christian Academy Preschool is committed to providing its students with a higher level of care and education. The six time Best of Weston winner boasts the highest percentage of graduates in Weston reading at a first-grade level. Tree of Life offers a unique, high-level learning curriculum with programs for infants through pre-kindergarten. In addition to a bilingual curriculum, students benefit from an Accelerated Reading program as well as STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) program.

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At Posnack School, every child is nurtured to reach their potential. Combining academic rigor in general and Judaic Studies with award-winning arts and sports programming, the school prepares students for lifelong achievement. The Posnack School draws upon the Jewish ethos of hard work and study to produce graduates of the highest caliber, acceptable to the most prestigious institutes of higher education.

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Bar-B-Ranch is the largest, most experienced riding stable in South Florida. They are known for their incredibly popular Day and Summer Camps and for teaching riding to horse lovers of all ages. Visitors can rent horses for a fun trail ride. They have horses appropriate for riders of all experience levels. We absolutely love the “old west” feel of the property. Visitors often remark about the level of experience shown by the staff at Bar-B-Ranch. Instruction is offered in both English and Western riding styles.

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Broker Patty Da Silva is the owner of Green Realty Properties and a Listing Specialist who sells properties for the highest prices, quickly. Since 2009, Patty has sold more than 1,085 homes and her sales numbers rank among the top in Florida and nationwide. REAL Trends, the leading publisher of residential brokerage information, ranked Patty and Green Realty Properties the 17th highest-selling broker-owned team in Florida in 2019. Patty was the 8th highest-selling agent in Broward County, out of 23,000 REALTORS®. Patty loves her sellers as if they are family, personally handling every one of Green Realty’s listings. She approaches each seller with the goal of providing them outstanding service. Each client gets a roadmap — a step-by-step guide of how the selling process will go and what to expect along the way.

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Dreams do come true – at least when it comes to kitchen remodeling. The experts at Studio 75 specialize in turning your vision into reality. The company offers a full suite of remodeling products and services including cabinetry, faucets, sinks, hardware, tile, and countertops.

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Imagine if there was a company that could clean your clothes without using any toxic chemicals, hand iron them so they are crisp and clean, and pick up and deliver your laundry at no extra charge. It would be the best dry-cleaning service imaginable!

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Flamingo Road Nursery is a stunning garden center and farmer’s market serving Davie, Weston, Sunrise, Plantation, Miramar, Hollywood, and beyond. For over 20 years, Flamingo Road Nursery has been South Florida’s destination garden center and place to “Celebrate life in the tropics!” The 10-acre facility carriers everything you need, along with friendly and professional advice, to beautify your living spaces.

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Celebrate all of life’s occasions, both large and small, with the gift of fresh cut flowers. De La Flor offers something for everyone and every occasion, from the birth of a child to remembering a loved one, flowers are the perfect item.

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Over the past 15 years, Kitchen Designs & More has helped hundreds of Weston homeowners create their dream home. From custom kitchens and spa-like bathroom retreats to libraries and wall units, this nine-time Best of Weston winner does it all.

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What is Seniors Helping Seniors?

We are a licensed agency that provides companionship care to seniors who need a little bit of help to stay home independently.

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The quality of our caregivers and the fact that we are the only agency that, for the most part, employs active seniors as caregivers. This peer-to-peer approach is based on the idea that the best person to care for a senior is someone who can understand and relate to their needs.

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Provides Companionship and Care People are living longer but not necessarily healthier lives.

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Although our caregivers are unique in their own way, they are all loving, caring and compassionate individuals who understand the needs of the seniors they are assisting. Their backgrounds are as diverse as the people they are caring for. We look for people who have a volunteer heart that don’t mind getting paid for their services.

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to providing a ride to the doctor. We on helping seniors maintain can assist with light housekeeping, their independence and dignity, I doing the laundry, going to the decided to open a local office and grocery store or running other I’m very fortunate that we have errands; we can even help in been providing service in the caring for their pets. In addition, area since 2014! we assist with assuring safety and Please tell us more about fall prevention, medication the personalized reminders, memory loss service you provide. support, relief for family For the people members, overnight who help in the supervision and 24-hour Seniors Helping care. In other words, Seniors community, we provide assistance this is not just a when needed offering as job, and you are much or as little support as not just a client.

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We’re interested in How did Seniors who you are, what you Helping Seniors start? need, and what you, in turn, can Seniors Helping Seniors was share with us. Our main goal is founded over 20 years ago by Kiran to provide loving, compassionate and Philip Yocom. It was initially care. The most important thing a non-profit organization that for me is that seniors, who often provided relief to members of their are ignored and disrespected, are community in Pennsylvania. Prior treated with dignity and given the to starting the company, Kiran respect they deserve. had worked in India with Mother Anything else you would like to add?

Teresa. I joined Seniors Helping Our rates are very competitive, Seniors after moving to Florida and we can tailor a plan of care to help care for my mother when to fit within most budgets. I she was diagnosed with dementia.

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For the past 35 years, A Shade Above Window Fashions has been the place to go when selecting window coverings for your home. It offers the finest products on the market by some of the best names in the business.

In fact, in 2000, A Shade Above was selected as the nation’s first Hunter Douglas Window Fashions Gallery.

One of the reasons A Shade Above is continually voted Best Window Treatments is because of its unique shopping experience. When visiting its recently expanded showroom, you will receive a tour of the newest shades and blinds available today. Recognizing that it can be difficult to decide based on a small sample, A Shade Above offers more than 100 fullsize displays so customers can visualize how the product will appear in their home and also have the chance to operate the window treatments.

In addition, A Shade Above’s attentive staff boasts decades of experience in the window coverings industry and are always available to answer questions to help you make the best decision for your needs.

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Best Barbecue Rob’s Family BBQ

8990 W State Rd 84, Davie 954-370-2774 www.robsfamilybbq.com There are few things better in the world than freshly smoked, home-made barbecue. That is what Rob’s is all about. The Scruby family has been serving BBQ in South Florida for more than two decades. Rob Scruby is still cooking up the best BBQ in South Florida. Every guest who enters our doors is treated as an extension of the Scruby family and it shows.

The relaxed southern charm makes anyone feel at home and the generous food portions and reasonable prices keep the hungriest of families well-fed. A few of our favorites are the sweet, melt-in-your-

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Best Italian Restaurant Disalvo’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant 5945 S University Dr, Davie 954-434-1505 www.disalvosd.com

DiSalvo’s is a throw-back pizza restaurant from a simpler time. They make their pies with all-fresh ingredients daily resulting in consistent, tasty pizza. If you are hungry, be sure to try “The Special!” It is a traditional pizza covered with pepperoni, sausage, hamburger, green peppers, onions, mushrooms and extra cheese. It is sure to satisfy any palette.

Not in the mood for something that intense? Try their Margherita Pizza, which has just enough mozzarella and fresh basil to hit the spot.

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for 19 years. At the helm for those years was David Williams, a Welsh native who decided to bring a taste of home here to the states. Over the years the shop became known as the one stop shop for all things British.

After 19 amazing years David has retired and turned over the shop to its new owners, Andrew Mason & Melissa Hady.

Andrew the son of a Scottish father wanted to keep this little gem from closing its doors and has taken on the shop along with his fiancé Melissa, a Florida native. In the time since the new owners have taken over the shop they have debuted a new look, expanded groceries, tripled the frozen selections, and even expanded its sweets and chocolates!

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ave you thought about what you miss these days? In this new world, our lists of “misses” are understandably long. In terms of my practice there is one item that tops my list: spending time with my clients, in-person.

At the onset of COVID-19, It was hard to visualize how to continue my business without seeing clients in my office. My practice encompasses planning for what happens after you are gone or if you become incapacitated.

This works best when you are able to develop a trusting relationship with clients. For some, discussing the topic of dying is very emotional and these difficult conversations have always worked best in-person. Thankfully, Zoom has allowed me to consult with new and existing clients from afar. And while it will never replace physically meeting face-to-face, it is working well. Now, as some law offices are opening for masked, socially-distanced meetings, out of an abundance of caution and a special concern for my elderly clients, I am not ready to do so. So we will continue using Zoom as our method of meeting, and utilize virtual and remote notarizations.

If you are considering estate planning, there are many experienced estate planning attorneys in our community you can consult with, usually charging no fee for an initial consultation. You have nothing to invest other than your time. Your meeting should answer all of your questions, and help educate you about estate planning options for your specific situation. This consultation must also address disability planning, so that your selected agents can manage your business, financial and healthcare needs if you become injured or disabled.

Often a prospective client is surprised to learn that they may in fact need less than they think to accomplish their estate planning goals, but sometimes they need more. An estate planning attorney should recommend only what is required; not everyone needs a trust.

In my practice I do not encourage trusts if they are not necessary.

Only after a consultation will you know what is right for you and your family. I also recommend speaking to several attorneys to find the one you are most comfortable with. You should select someone with experience in the field with whom you can build a relationship. Check credentials, read reviews, ask questions.

In addition to estate planning, there are things you can do now for your family.

Organize information about your assets to make things easier should something happen to you. You do not want to leave your heirs an asset scavenger hunt. Make sure your bank accounts each have a TOD (transfer on death) or a beneficiary designation so accounts will not be frozen upon your passing. Verify that your insurance policies have appropriate beneficiaries. Consider simplifying your assets by consolidating accounts. If you have a will, trust, durable power of attorney or health care directives, review these documents to make sure everything is still up-to-date.

COVID-19 has reminded us once again of the fragility of life. Life can change in an instant. What are you waiting for? n Bruce Iden earned his J.D. from George Washington University National Law Center and his L.L.M in taxation from the University of Miami School of Law. He has been practicing in the areas of estate planning, real estate and business law for over 30 years. For more information, or to schedule a consultation with Mr. Iden, contact Iden Law Offices at 954-885-0085.

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When two individuals have a child together but are not married, the law only recognizes the mother as the legal parent. That is because there is never a doubt as to who the Mother is, for obvious reasons. The Father on the other hand, does not enjoy that same status, until it is legally determined/established by a Court that he is in fact, the legal father of the minor child. The fact that a Father is named within the birth certificate only serves as a ‘presumption’ that he is the Father, but it still does not amount to a legal establishment of Paternity. The same is true of a DNA test—having a positive DNA match serves as proof that a Father is the biological father but still does not result in the Father’s legal establishment of Paternity. What is important and absolutely necessary for a father in this situation, is for his legal status as Father to be established in Court.

So, what does it mean to establish Paternity? It means that the Father is seeking the same status and rights that any legal parent has in the state of Florida. This includes, for example: the right to make and be involved in any and all decisions relating to the child’s education, health, and overall upbringing.

Additionally, it means having the right to exercise timesharing with the minor child. This includes having the right to spend time and live with the child during a certain percentage of each year—specifically during the school year, summer break as well as during holiday breaks and specific holidays.

Lastly, and often times most importantly, it means being able to prevent the other parent from making any unilateral decisions about the child.

Sometimes unilateral decisions by one parent are minor and inconsequential. However, other times, certain actions taken by the other parent are related to major issues that can have a substantial impact.

One example of this is the Mother relocating to another state with the minor child without notifying or discussing the matter with the Father.

In that situation, only a legal father can prevent such an action from the Mother. A biological father who is listed on the birth certificate or who has a DNA test proving he is the father would be in no position to prevent a relocation from taking place. For that and all the other reasons mentioned above, it is important for the legal establishment of paternity to occur—in most cases, sooner rather than later.

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BY MAYOR JUDY PAUL he 2021 budget goes into effect on Oct. 1.

Since this article has to be submitted three weeks in advance, if no changes are made at the second hearing, the following information represents the budget outlook. The operating millage rate is necessary to fund the operating budget of the Town, to achieve some of our Budget Objectives and to maintain our strong fiscal stability. The General Fund’s budget is decreasing $2.2 million or approximately 2%. The changes in the General Fund budget are due to fluctuations in revenue which include: revenue growth in ad valorem operating taxes, Broward County transportation surtax and the fire protection assessment. However, this revenue growth is offset by revenue declines associated with the ongoing economic uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic as well as projected declines in half cent sales tax, state revenue sharing and electric franchise fees. The proposed millage rate supports investment in the Town’s capital improvement projects, our collective bargaining commitments, increased personnel expenses, and our continued commitment to improving our information technology infrastructure and services.

The Budget outlook includes the following: ▸ Operating Millage Rate – unchanged; No increase to the operating millage rate at 5.6270 ▸ Reduction of Debt Service Millage Rate; The Debt Service millage rate decrease is due to new construction, higher property values in the Town of Davie, and the Parks 1999 Bonds being paid off. New rate is .2566. ▸ Fire Assessment – unchanged; No increase to the Fire Assessment – as previously committed, funding is allocated towards a capital project: replacement of a fire ladder truck ▸ Replenishing Emergency Reserves (Hurricane Irma); Continue to replenish the emergency reserves at 1 million dollars a year (year 3 of 5) related to Hurricane Irma and Mathew in accordance with Town policy. ▸ Public Safety Master Plan in progress; FY 2021 Budget does not include any changes related to this Study ▸ Utilities Master Plan – nearing completion; We are anticipating a workshop with Council over the next couple of months ▸ COVID – 19 - We will continue to monitor the impacts of COVID - 19 on the FY 2021 Budget. We have made some adjustments to our General Fund revenue and expenditures due to COVID-19. ▸ Solid Waste Assessment – increase; Solid Waste Assessment is increasing due to increased costs in collection and recycling with enhanced services ($99.85).

The Town of Davie, City of Cooper City, and Davie-Cooper City Chamber of Commerce are proud to announce the launch of their joint shop and eat local campaign called, How Can I Help. The goal of this initiative is to encourage residents to support their local businesses, celebrate their patronage, and encourage others to visit these businesses.

The campaign will kick off with participating businesses utilizing the #How2Help tagline. Business owners will showcase their support and participation in the campaign by posting on their social media platforms or website various discounts, specials, or even a loyal or happy customer shopping, placing an order, or interacting at the business. Businesses interested in participating will receive a marketing kit for its storefront and online presence including posters, promotional flyers, website badges, email templates, logos, and social media materials. Also, Davie, Cooper City and the Chamber of Commerce will market those businesses on their various media sources including their website, newsletter, and social media platforms. #HowIhelped Congratulations to Michelle Whitman who was selected to fill the District 1 council seat for the remainder of the term. She was raised in Davie and graduated from Nova High School and has been a community activist for most of her life. Looking forward to great things for District 1 under her guidance.

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