KCC Insights February 2018

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index AUSTIN’S VIOLIN SHOP........................................................15 BOB JASS CHEVROLET ..........................................................4 CITIZENS FOR MAYES FOR SHERIFF .....................................5 CRITTER SITTERS PET SITTING SERVICE .............................16 DAN BOROWIAK INSURANCE AGENCY.............................14 EARTHMOVER CREDIT UNION ............................................13 ESSENTIAL BED.....................................................................20 FIRST SECURE COMMUNITY BANK.....................................18 FOX VALLEY AUTO GROUP .................................................11 FOX VALLEY RESTORE .........................................................17 FRIENDS OF TINDALL FOR SHERIFF ...................................12 GENOA PIZZA (SUGAR GROVE)...........................................13 HAIN FOR KANE SHERIFF ......................................................9 JENNINGS TERRACE ............................................................10 JOHNSON SEAT & CANVAS ................................................15 KIRHOFER’S SPORTS ..............................................................6 LEWIS & ASSOCIATES TAX PLANNING.................................2 LINDA CALLAGHAN--PEOPLES HOME EQUITY .................17 MATTRESS WAREHOUSE .......................................................5 MODERN DENTISTRY .............................................................3 PAISANO’S PIZZA & GRILL......................................................6 PEACE 4 THE JOURNEY .........................................................8 PHYSICAL THERAPY ADVANTAGE ........................................7 SAFE HARBOR COUNSELING ..............................................19 ST. CHARLES PARK DISTRICT.................................................7 THE EXHAUST WORKS .........................................................18 VALLEY VIEW DENTAL..........................................................10 WEST SUBURBAN LIMOUSINE...............................................9

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2018 Tax Reform Causes Both Pleasure and Pain for Business Owners

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his will be an unusually busy year for Mr. Lewis began his tax practice in 2008.

But when he first graduated from college in E. Pete Lewis, CPA, EA and his staff.

1972 accounting and tax was not his first Tax planning is a core part of his choice. He entered the field of Journalism business. And since last November and worked as a newspaper reporter for he and his staff have spent countless hours about five years. In 1979 the accounting figuring out “workarounds” for business owners who may not be reaping the benefits bug bit him. So he went back to college to earn an MBA in finance and of the 2018 Tax Cuts and later became licensed as Job Act. This Christmas gift a CPA and Enrolled Agent presented by Congress on Pete is a Admitted to Practice Before December 22, 2017 comes knowledgable, with a silver lining for some proactive and trusted the IRS. Mr. Lewis held tax but a greater liability for management positions in advisor focused on public accounting firms, others. And Mr. Lewis is helping his clients law firms and Chicago area feverishly trying to find ways lower their tax corporations for 30 years. to soften the blow for those obligations. He tells Mr. Lewis has also been unfortunate few. “It’s a busy it like it is and is a teaching at Chicago area time and an exciting planning pleasure to work with. universities as an Adjunct opportunity for my clients,” Professor of Accounting and he said.

— Dr. Sakina & Mansoor Bajowala, Finance for more than 20 Mr. Lewis’ clients don’t hear Kaneland Allergy & Asthma years. from him only at tax time.

Center, North Aurora

Lewis & Associates Tax Planning, Inc. focuses on tax planning, preparation, IRS debt relief and audit representation. So he and his staff need to understand each client’s business to match their transactions with available tax savings. He is always mindful of the fact that he is providing a service to people who need to partner with someone they can trust.

“I think of my clients as friends,” he said.

“Some have been friends for more than 20 years. I believe that each individual deserves the best service that can be provided.”

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Mr. Lewis continues to grow his business by helping local area business owners and individuals with their tax problems.

Mr. Lewis will be conducting a SCORE sponsored workshop on the “Nuts and Bolts of 2018 Tax Reform” on March 2, 2018. Then on March 19th he will do a live webinar on “Uncovering Overlooked Tax Breaks: Planning Considerations in 2018” sponsored

by Lorman Education Services. Call for more information.

Lewis & AssociAtes tAx PLAnning, inc.

409 Illinois Ave., Ste 1D • St. Charles

(630) 845-9664 www.taxadvisorstcharles.com

Pete Lewis MBA, CPA, EA

Hours/days: 8:30am – 5pm

Do You HATE Going To The Dentist?

Are you embarrassed to smile? Is it time to schedule an appointment?

www.SedationDentistry.info According to Dr. Kim, “Excellent and complex dental care requires a significant investment of time. Patients who are sedated are not aware of how long they have been in the chair during an appointment, which enables them to remain relaxed and comfortable throughout longer procedures.”

There are countless reasons why people choose not to visit their dentist as often as they should, but the vast majority of them fall under a single category: fear.

Not only can patients benefit from sedation dentistry during an individual dental appointment, but it can also lead to a reduction in fear of the dentist.

To help people overcome their fear of the dentist, the team at Modern Dentistry in Sugar Grove are proponents of “sedation dentistry.”

“Positive dental experiences help to build a trusting relationship between an anxious patient and the entire dental team,” Kim explained. “It is not uncommon for anxious patients to require less expensive sedation or anxiety reducing procedures in the future, as they have gained confidence that dental therapy is not something that needs to be dreaded.”

Dr. Joseph Kim has performed thousands of sedation procedures. Most patients come to him by word of mouth.

“We have many patients come from out of state for sedation and extensive dental treatment,” said Patient Care Coordinator Michelle Schultz.

He said that many patients find themselves finally able to return for their every-six-month exam and cleaning and are able to do so without the same level of fear and anxiety they originally had.

Dr. Kim said that the fear of dentists can sometimes cause anxiety so great that they lead to physical symptoms: panic attacks, sweating, nervousness, nausea.

“Patients this fearful have a hard time even speaking on the phone with us to make an appointment,” Kim said.

“This promotes not only a healthy mouth, but also boosts the patient’s self-esteem and confidence,” Kim said. “It’s always amazing to see the transformation of patients who were embarrassed of their teeth. The emotional and financial investment that anxious patients make in their oral health is rewarded with a positive self-image in their healthy, new smile.”

This fear is often caused by either general phobia of the dentist, or it can be caused by a traumatic past experience or dental condition causing embarrassment or humiliation. Sadly, avoiding preventive and early treatment often turns smaller problems into serious diseases such as gum disease, painful and infected teeth, and further deterioration of their smiles.

For patients with great anxiety, Dr. Kim’s team often suggests IV sedation. For those who have a general fear of the dentist or just want to have a lot of treatment done at once, oral sedation is also available. Both have an amnesia component to them, so they have very little to no memory of the dental visit.

Sedation dentistry is ideal for patients facing this level of fear of dentists. However, there are things other people face that also can benefit from sedation dentistry.

For some, their gag reflex is so severe that a patient requires sedation in order to have a treatment done. Other general reasons for sedation dentistry include people who need a lot of treatment to be done but do not want to return for multiple visits, and people who travel for work or cannot miss a lot of work due to dental treatments. In those cases, aided by sedation dentistry, more treatments could be done in fewer appointments.

“Sedation dentistry has helped many patients overcome their fears and allowed them to have the treatment they need,” Dr. Kim said.

He encourages fearful patients to take advantage of a no-obligation, free sedation consultation.

Joseph Kim, DDS • General Dentist 769 Heartland Drive, Unit C, • Sugar Grove, IL 60554

(630) 466-7445

“With our free sedation consultations, fearful patients have one less reason to put off their dental health for another day.”

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BOB JASS Recognized for 25 years of ownership

Business at Bob Jass Chevrolet started off 2018 with a wonderful distinction: Bob Jass was recognized by General Motors for being the dealership owner for 25 years. In December of 2017, Brad Finley, Chicago Zone Manager, and Rob Dusek, Chicago District Manager, came to the store to personally present Bob with the award.

LOOK WHO’S NEW:

Bob Jass Chevrolet is happy to announce that Mike Frantzen is now manager of our service department. Mike comes to us with 30plus years of experience in Chevrolet service department management.

“We are so happy to have Mike join our team,” said Ryan Easter, general manager.

“Mike has years of experience with General Motors, and a wealth of knowledge in management and the service department industry. We look forward to working together with Mike and continuing to build our outstanding service department.”

Left to right: Rob Dusek, Bob Jass, Brad Finley and Ryan Easter “It’s certainly been wonderful, owning this store for 25 years. We have seen extraordinary changes in vehicle designs and capability, and our customer base has grown tremendously. We are now selling vehicles to the grandchildren of our original customers,” said Bob. “And I know we will continue to grow because we offer the best products at the best prices, and we absolutely have the best customer service in the entire industry.”

Bob Jass Chevrolet has never been your typical dealership, and industry awards bear this out. Two significant awards recently given to the dealership are the Mark of Excellence award from General Motors, and the “2017 CarGurus Top Rated Dealer” award. Both honors point to the fact that Bob Jass Chevrolet focuses on customer satisfaction as well as a commitment to do things the right way.

Mike Frantzen Service Manager

LOOK WHAT’S NEW: Ream’s Meat Market has moved to their new location next door to our dealership. With plenty of parking and an expanded floor plan, they continue to offer their original recipes and award-winning products. It’s easy to see why they are famous in our region.

Approximately 2,000 new homes will be going up near the Elburn train station – all within walking distance of the Metra station and walking and bike paths.

And in the midst of all this, Bob Jass Chevrolet continues to grow, serving customers at our newly remodeled and expanded showroom and service department.

Stop in and see what’s new. At Bob Jass Chevrolet, our philosophy is that customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Whether you are purchasing a new or used vehicle, or are bringing in a vehicle for service, we are committed to making your experience here one of satisfaction and confidence in our employees and the services they provide. That’s something that will never change.

(630) 365-6481

300 S. Main St., Elburn www.BobJassChevrolet.com

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Education, Experience will make Mayes a Strong Sheriff.

A lot has changed since the last election, but the constant for Lt. Willie M. Mayes Sr. of the Sheriff’s office is his passion to serve all the citizens of Kane County with authentic leadership and responsible policing.

FOR QUALITY AND VALUE

it’s family-owned

Mattress Warehouse

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his year marks 17 years in business for the Mattress Warehouse of DeKalb, a locally owned family company. Visit this retail store in DeKalb at 1224 E. Lincoln Highway (across from the Moose Club and behind Star Worlds Arcade). The showrooms are open to the public six days a week; Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. It is closed on Tuesdays.

“In 2000, we found an old 1920s brick warehouse that was kind of off the beaten path on DeKalb’s east side,” said owner Mike Kisluk. “We had the idea of establishing a store with very low overhead so that families could afford good-quality mattresses. We started with just five mattresses in a showroom so tiny you could hardly turn around. But the support from the community was so incredible that we expanded our showrooms.”

Today, the Mattress Warehouse of DeKalb sells a wide range of mattresses, including memory foam beds, futons, bunk beds, headboards, daybeds, platform beds and loft beds are also available. You can find specialty items, such as waterbed supplies and custom-sized mattresses for antique beds, campers, RVs and truck sleepers. In stock are split-queen box springs. Unusual application bed frames and hardware are kept on-hand. Recently added is a specialty line of durable mattresses for the plus-size sleeper. All mattresses are made in the USA.

Mattress Warehouse of DeKalb recognizes that 21st Century demands often place time pressures on families. So, 75 to 80 percent of the mattress line-up is in-stock, ready to be loaded into a customer’s van or truck.

Same day delivery is available on most merchandise. All the products are new and backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.

Providing family-budget pricing means Mattress Warehouse is often the destination of choice for “big girl” and “big boy” beds.

“One of the best things about working here is being around the little kids’ high energy and enthusiasm,” Kisluk said.

He reassures parents that their children are always welcome. The Mattress Warehouse of DeKalb strives to offer a safe, relaxing, no-pressure atmosphere.

“We aim to keep the store low-key,” he said. “We are ready to explain how the mattresses are constructed. Everyone is encouraged to lay down and try the beds.

A comfort-based personal-preference approach to choosing a mattress is best.”

Armed with an impressive resume in law enforcement, an open-mindedness toward community concerns and the ability to think beyond the surface level of the task at hand, Lt. Willie Mayes is seeking the position of Kane County Sheriff in 2018.

Vote for Willie Mayes in the Democratic Primary March 20, 2018

Squad, he became a certified Bomb Mayes’ father was his role model, teaching Technician and Arson Investigator, and him the importance of integrity, honesty, earned the Officer of the Year Award in diligence, perseverance, and being a man 1999. of your word. These messages stuck with In 2003, he was promoted to Sergeant and Mayes, propelling him into a life of service Commander of the Bomb Squad. In May and community.

2014, Mayes was promoted to Lieutenant Mayes has always had a commitment of the Planning and Training division, and to his continuing education, earning an is currently a Public Safety Lieutenant in associate degree in criminal justice, the Patrol Division. bachelors in criminal justice management, This year, he celebrates 25 years at the and attending Northwestern University Sheriff’s Office, and 32 years in law Center for Public Safety School of enforcement.

Police, Staff and Command, and Joseph Business School. In March 2017, Mayes “I would like to serve in a leadership completed his MBA with a concentration capacity to improve the quality of life within our community,” Mayes said. in Leadership from Aurora University.

“I will encourage officers to explore His experiences on the job have also creative solutions for a host of community provided Mayes with a real-life education. concerns, including: crime, fear of crime, He started his career with the Illinois perceptions of disorder, quality of life and Department of Corrections in St. Charles neighborhood conditions.” for six years. He then came to the Kane County Sheriff’s Department as a If elected, Lt. Mayes looks to institute correctional officer for two years, before a 100-day Strategic Plan of Action becoming a Deputy in the patrol division. designed to initiate effective, efficient, and As a member of the SWAT and Bomb responsible policing within Kane County.

Citizens for Mayes for Sheriff

(630) 742-8190

MayesforSheriff@gmail.com | www.MayesforSheriff.org

“Our prices still surprise people,” Kisluk continued. “Our guiding principle is to find the best mattresses we can and sell them at the lowest prices possible. We are grateful to all the local people, Northern Illinois University students and shoppers from distant towns for your support these 17 years.”

Mattress Warehouse of DeKalb can be reached at (815) 756-4999.

Paid for by Citizens for Mayes for Sheriff

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New Paisano’s Pizza in Sugar Grove delivers

Kirhofer’s

When Dick and Annette Theobald decided to open their own pizza business in Elburn, they needed a name, and they wanted it to reflect their philosophy. ”We picked the name Paisano’s because it means friend /fellow countryman in Italian,” Dick said. “We want to be a friend to the community and help out how we can.”

They believe that a business has the responsibility to give back to the community.

That’s what they’ve always done in Elburn, and the tradition continues with their new Sugar Grove location.

“We appreciate our customers’ loyalty so much and how the community supports us, we like to support the community that we live in. Whenever someone or a group asks us if we can help, we do our best to do so,” Annette said.

Paisano’s helps or ganiz a t ions f r om local sports teams to libraries, schools, churches, Boy Scouts, and various other community groups.

A main reason their customers keep returning is Paisano’s community involvement and Paisano’s focus on quality, fresh food.

They strive to use the freshest ingredients available — all of their vegetables are prepared and cut daily, and they make their own sauces—ranging from traditional pizza sauce to meat sauce, marinara, sweet and sour, barbecue, pesto and alfredo. The crusts are also homemade and come in a variety of styles, including thin, double dough, pan and stuffed. A gluten-free crust is also offered.

From September through May, enjoy the homemade soup.

Virtually ever y thing is made from s cr atch, and what they found is that everyone has their own personal favorites on the menu.

“We have a full catering menu. We take special reques t s. We would love the opportunity to cater your gatherings. We also offer fundraising programs.”

With Paisano’s sister business Eddie Gaedel Pub and Grill in Elburn, you can sit down to enjoy a pizza. The staff will be happy to order your pizza. So whether you come to Eddie’s or Paisano’s, you know your taste buds will thank you.

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DELIVERY AREA:

We provide delivery from Elburn 9 miles and from Sugar Grove within 7 miles.

106 N. Main Street, Elburn • (630) 365-9477 98 S. Main Street, Sugar Grove • (630) 277-8782 Independent, local family owned and operated.

www.paisanospizzagrill.com

Sunday, noon to 10 pm; Monday-Thursday, 11 am-10 pm; Friday & Saturday, 11 am-11 pm

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Knows Sports!

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riginally founded in 1984, Kirhofer’s Sports began as a retail destination and has grown these past 34 years into a primary provider of uniforms, apparel and equipment for teams, schools, leagues and organizations.

What makes Kirhofer’s Sports unique is their dual retail-team sales combination at their west Aurora location. The idea behind this, and factoring in testimonials from both new and long-time customers, is the increase in accessibility people enjoy whenever they need to call with a question or stop in and peruse their team sales room, complete with manufacturer catalogs and samples to help ease the ordering process.

The same can be said of their retail associates, all of whom are young sports athletes and enthusiasts with knowledge of current products and trends.

Together, everyone does their part to make sure all customers, no matter if you’re embroidering a jacket, fitting shoes for your basketball team or ordering 500 shirts for a school event, receive the attention only a small business like theirs can provide.

“We’re always trying to build upon this longstanding reputation and look forward to many more years of being your neighborhood friend in the sporting goods world!”

Owner Doug Kirhofer and the sales department truly speak to the enjoyment of working in this industry. Once athletes and coaches themselves, Kirhofer’s salesmen recall the excitement of ordering new uniforms and apparel and share that enthusiasm when working with their clients.

2112 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora

(630) 897-2322

Hours: M-F (9am-8pm), Sat (9am-5pm), Sun (Noon-4pm)

www.kirhoferssports.com

Hickory Knolls Gets Hooked on Aquaponics into the fish tank to provide a fresh environment that will continue to safely sustain aquatic life.

Physical Therapy Advantage Better Listening, Better Results

Do you suffer from a nagging pain? Do you find yourself not pursuing the activities that you enjoy?

The team at Physical Therapy Advantage believes that when clients are more informed about their injuries and the rehabilitation process, they achieve better results.

Physical Therapy Advantage stands out from the rest because their physical therapists listen to you. One-on-one treatment sessions provide ample time for you to discuss your symptoms, goals for rehab, and provide you with a comprehensive evaluation to find out the root cause of your problem. You will be educated about your injury, why it occurred and how to treat and manage it. You will be listened to and your treatment will be individualized based on your injury and circumstances.

Physical Therapy Advantage is an outpatient orthopaedic physical therapy clinic treating all general orthopaedic conditions sustained from sports or work injuries, pre and post-surgery, chronic repetitive

injuries, vestibular/balance issues, and postural/mechanical injuries.

The practice offers custom fabrication of foot orthotics, video analysis, running/gait analysis, vestibular treatment, Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization (ASTYM) manual therapy and an Alter G anti-gravity treadmill for decreased weight bearing exercise and training. Physical Therapy Advantage is now offering health coaching through the OPTAVIA plan to assist clients in making that Lifelong Transformation to Optimal Health, one healthy habit at a time.

Following a lifelong interest in the sciences and human anatomy, Joe King, Physical Therapist moved to the Fox River Valley area 13 years ago and opened the business in April 2007, as the sole practitioner. Since then, the practice has grown to a staff of eight, and is looking to grow more in 2018.

“Physical Therapy Advantage aims to be your physical therapy provider of choice, your movement specialist for all of your injury needs, and your resource center to other health care professionals.”

Our Mission Committed to compassion through ACTION Committed to excellence through QUALITY OF CARE Committed to changing lives through EDUCATION

Our Vision

The beauty and bounty of plants is essential to the mission of Hickory Knolls Discovery Center. The grounds are a vibrant canvas of native grasses and forbs, also known as wildflowers.

Meanwhile, dozens of local greenthumb gardeners plant plots of tomatoes, beans and squash every summer for their own use as well as to share with the Northern Illinois Food Bank and other local charities.

At Hickory Knolls, the aquaponics system is home to several local aquatic species, such as minnows, crayfish and a map turtle. Situated above their tank, a triangular bed of clay-based gravel provides the growing medium for the greens and herbs favored by Hickory Knolls’ resident mascot, Peter Rabbit, as well as a guinea pig, turtles and other creatures residing throughout the Center. Water is circulated through the bed and pumped back into the fish tank through a charming country tin pail.

But growing crops inside the Discovery Center? Well, that’s something new.

Thanks to an inspired collaboration between the St. Charles Park District and Flavors of North America (FONA) International of Geneva, a new aquaponics display honors both organizations’ shared mission of responsible ecological stewardship through an innovative use of materials and resources. The display was officially unveiled to the public during a ribbon cutting ceremony last fall.

Aquaponics may be a new concept to most Discovery Center visitors but it’s an agricultural system that can be traced back to the Aztec civilization in the year 1000 AD. The Discovery Center will put this ancient technology to work cultivating vegetables and other greens that can then be used to feed many of the Center’s resident critters.

Simply stated, aquaponics is a system for raising fish and other aquatic animals in conjunction with plants via a circulating system that provides benefits for both. Fish produce biological waste that breaks down into nitrates and ammonia.

Too much of these byproducts can be harmful for aquatic life but they provide excellent fertilizer for plants.

By pumping the tank water through a biofilter into a growing medium for plants, the nutrients can sustain simple vegetables such as lettuces and herbs.

The water that is cleaned and filtered by vegetation is then cycled back

The aquaponics system and display itself is a prime example of good environmental stewardship. In addition to the plastic tote used as the aquatic tank, FONA also donated the pumping devices and wooden pallets that support the entire system. Visitors can view the aquaponics display by walking up the steps of a small deck area that recreates a residential porch, thus reinforcing how accessible aquaponics systems can be for the home user.

Physical therapy Advantage strives to be the connection from a self-limiting injury to a strong, active and informed lifestyle for all generations.

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peace 4 the journey

Comforting support for those at the end of life & their loved ones The loss of a loved one is never easy, but Peace 4 The Journey founder Kathy Wetters and her team know that support, compassion and care can provide comfort and understanding to those in a time of need.

Peace 4 The Journey is non-medical, holistic support for the dying and their family.

Wetters and her staff are able to be a support to someone in their time of need. Her staff is trained to provide assistance with funeral plans, facilitate family meetings to discuss end of life issues and insure advanced directives are in place. Her staff has assisted in practical matters such as organizing volunteers in a support network to offer spiritual and practical care.

Wetters is a certified End Of Life Doula and an education partner with Quality of Life Care. She is also a master trainer for AgeUcate Training Institute, bringing education programs to family caregivers, long-term care providers and first responders.

Wetters was inspired to create Peace 4 The Journey through her experiences with Right at Home, which provides in-home senior care in the Fox Valley area as well as the western and southwest suburbs. During her 15 years with Right at Home, she has seen how many individuals faced the end of life alone, or were unable to express their final wishes and planning with family. She also witnessed how families sought more support during difficult times.

With Peace 4 The Journey, Wetters and her team focus on walking alongside the dying

person and providing emotional support to the family. The aim is to increase compassion and companionship for those who are dying.

Wetters and her team are able to help families to honor last wishes. For some, understanding a loved one’s wishes for care and treatment in their final days can be overwhelming, confusing and even frightening. Through Peace 4 The Journey a family can rely on someone to provide guidance and compassion.

Wetters and her staff understand how to provide support to the family as they prepare and move into the transition from life to death and into a state of mourning.

For many, an End Of Life Doula can provide the practical and emotional support to someone dying and their loved ones, providing assistance to create a more peaceful transition. An End Of Life Doula can provide gentle guidance, information on options and resources and spiritual support. An End of Life Doula can be a resource to listen and provide a soothing space, a caring touch.

Peace 4 The Journey is based in Batavia, making it easy to access communities in the Fox Valley area and throughout Chicagoland. Services are provided as needed and available every day of the year.

At Peace 4 The Journey, the staff understands grief and the emotions after the loss of a loved one don’t fit into a timetable. The staff is able to provide resources to help a family as they continue to move through the bereavement process.

(630) 780-9766 kathy@peace4thejourney.com www.peace4thejourney.com Available 24/7, 365 days a year to serve clients Page 8 • Insight • February 2018 | Special Advertising Section

RON HAIN FOR KANE SHERIFF Innovative

Effective

Ron Hain has served for almost twenty years in law enforcement and public safety leadership, implementing new and innovative programs to effectively address concerns to our community. Throughout his career, Ron has refocused investigative efforts from low income communities to instead target large-scale drug trafficking organizations, funneling bulk amounts of heroin and other illicit drugs onto the streets of Kane County. This change in focus resulted in the Kane County Sheriff’s Office seizing thousands of pounds of the narcotics responsible for 80 to 90 percent of our local crime. Meanwhile, Ron Hain has pioneered programs that have provided employment outreach to low income communities, and linked citizens with felony records to employers who were willing to hire them.

Proven

Kane County faces serious concerns to our safety, to include a rampant opioid epidemic, a rising violent crime rate, and routine recidivism. Ron Hain is a proven leader who has developed new strategies to effectively serve the community. Vote for a candidate with a clearly communicated plan for a new future in Kane County’s public safety.

Vote Ron Hain for Kane County Sheriff in the Democratic Primary on March 20th, 2018.

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Celebrating 50+ Years Of Excellence $5 OFF

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he Hiltunen family transformed a home-based business established in 1966 into a company that is now more than 50 times its original size and services a number of Fortune 500 companies.

West Suburban Limousine started with two cars and began out of founder Ray Hiltunen’s home in 1966. Fast forward to today, and the company — now run by President and second-generation owner Jeff Hiltunen and his daughter Danielle Slamans, Vice President and thirdgeneration owner — consists of more than 100 chauffeured vehicles.

While much has changed in the company, the foundation upon which the company was founded has remained the same.

“We care. We support our local community and respond to all our customers’ needs in a timely manner,” said Assistant Vice President and Brand Manager John Paraoan. “We work with professionals who coordinate corporate travel. They can rely on West Suburban Limousine to provide the expertise and accountability to make them look good.

Since 1966, we have coordinated and chauffeured distinguished transportation for over 10 million customers, with a 99.7-percent satisfaction rating.”

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Please mention coupon when placing reservation. Must present coupon to chauffeur.

Ensuring that level of satisfaction holds true for every West Suburban Limousine customer, whether they are the brightest star or an average customer. Paraoan recalled a time when a musical icon provided their best feedback.

“Recording artist and super celebrity Lionel Richie enjoyed his chauffeur’s company so much that he invited him to join him at his friends’ Thanksgiving dinner,” Paraoan said.

And West Suburban Limousine provides that same level of service to everyone, including those of us that are not so famous.

West Suburban Limousine has been part of the fabric of business and family life of millions of people for over 50 years.

“We pride ourselves on getting all our customers back to their homes and back to the families safely,” Paraoan said. “We have three generations of ownership; three generations of customers. It’s truly a joy to work with friends and family and to be an active part of our local community.”

WEST SUBURBAN LIMOUSINE 27W291 Geneva Rd Ste. K, Winfield, IL

630-668-9600 www.westsublimo.com Hours: 24 hours 7 days a week

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Taking care of your

LOVED ONES,

like they would their own family

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hen families are looking for activities and promote Jennings Terrace a safe, caring community to the community, enabling the facility to for their parents or spouse, provide its affordable residential rates.

Jennings Terrace is The original retirement community here for them. was expanded on the 11-acre Many of the staff have been with ALL property to offer nursing care Jennings for 15 years or more.

INCLUSI memory support services V E and Others have brought their own 2-Room in 1985. This expansion was in parents to Jennings for care. just $1,7 Suite 03 per response to community needs, Some of the current residents as seniors live longer and have m o nth! are the third generation living in developed more memory issues. the Jennings Terrace community.

Ten years ago, reduced pricing

Established in 1943 as a not-for-profit senior community, Jennings Terrace offers independent living, assisted services, nursing care, memory support and shortterm stays (Respite) for adults age 50 or more. The community has capacity for 75 Independent/ Assisted Care residents and 60 beds in Nursing Care.

was created for veterans with limited financial resources.

Jennings Terrace has a reputation for extraordinary care and a tradition of exceptional rates. The allinclusive pricing includes three home-style prepared meals a day, free DirecTV hook-up, furnished rooms, laundry, housekeeping, wireless Internet and social activities. A community van with a lift provides ride services for doctor appointments and group outings to picnics, restaurants and outside events. The monthly fees, as compared to Jennings Terrace’s top three competitors, are from 11% to 25% less for comparable services.

Jennings Terrace offers Respite short-term stays that can provide a temporary break from the challenges of care-giving for adult family members. Respite stays also offer additional recovery time for patients that may not qualify for rehab or have exhausted their rehab days and are not quite ready to return to their home.

Jennings Terrace staff welcomes the opportunity to discuss any of their healthcare options and invites you to join the Auxiliary.

Jennings Terrace enjoys Whether a resident, a unique partnership 275 S. LaSalle St., Aurora family member, with a 70-member (630) 897-6947 volunteer or visitor, Auxiliary, whose www.jenningsterrace.com you’ll feel that “you’re members conduct dbeukelman@jenningsterrace.com among friends” at fundraising, provide 24 hour care, 7 days a week Jennings Terrace. help for resident Page 10 • Insight • February 2018 | Special Advertising Section

A Family Practice That TreatsYOU Like Family

Now Serving Montgomery, Oswego & Aurora Areas!

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n October 1999, Dr. Paul Singh and Dr. Pradeep Khurana opened Valley View Dental with the mission to offer superior service and the latest in dental technology for every patient. With their commitment to creating and maintaining beautiful, healthy smiles, the practice has grown to multiple offices with 13 doctors.

The west suburban practice is diligently working together to realize a shared vision of uncompromising excellence in dentistry.

“We work every day by listening to those we are privileged to serve and exceeding the trust and respect of patients, profession and community,” says co-owner Dr. Paul Singh.

“It’s not just about teeth for us. We’re concerned about the well-being of our patients in general.”

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dentist in the Montgomery office feels confident that to help grow the practice requires special attention to patients.

Dr. Rohi Atassi (center) with Montgomery staff, Erika V., Heather M. and “My goal as a dentist Dr. Homam Saadi (not is not only to improve my patients’ oral health, pictured)

but also to help them create beautiful smiles. I care deeply about making sure my patients’ opinions are always taken into consideration when developing a treatment plan for them,” Dr. Atassi said.

Beautiful office, friendly staff. First visit as new patient, needed root canal. Took care The doctors also foster a of it right away and explained everything professional environment from treatment to payments. that is creative, challenging — Synethia F., Montgomery, IL and compassionate. All of the doctors are members My son was seen by the dentist there at of the American Dental Valley View Dental. He felt at ease and Association and other comfortable. Very little wait to be seen, accredited organizations. had his cleaning done and sealants same “We offer a full array day. Top notch doctor/office. I highly of general, cosmetic, recommend this office to a friend or family periodontal, implant and member. orthodontic procedures,” Dr. — Christian P., Montgomery, IL Khurana says.

Since its opening in 1999, the practice has grown by leaps and bounds.

“I believe the reason for our growth is the personalized treatment we provide for our patients.

Every staff member understands and respects our patients and each other,” Dr. Singh explains.

“We also offer our patients services like Invisalign, BOOST Teeth Whitening, CEREC one-day crowns and even same day emergency visits.”

With a staff of more than 13 doctors including an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Clarence Tang, their own on-site lab, and extended business hours, Valley View Dental has the ability to treat patients according to their own schedules and convenience.

The newest location in Montgomery is now open.

Located at Rte 30 and Ogden within the Ogden Hill Shopping Center (close to Menard’s, Sam’s Club and JC Penney). The center continues to draw shoppers from not only 441 N. Weber Rd. • Romeoville Montgomery, but from the (815) 372-0100 surrounding areas as well.

3103 111th St., Ste 131 • Naperville The new bilingual location (630) 904-5600 (including Spanish), is accepting new patients, 1078 Ogden Ave. • Montgomery takes all traditional dental (630) 923-0900 insurance and most PPO Open evenings and weekends insurance plans.

Dr. Rohi Atassi, managing

For more info visit vvdental.com

“A passion for great patient care flows through all the staff here at Valley View Dental through a combination of gentle care, genuine concern and experience,” said Dr. Khurana.

If you are looking for stateof-the-art dental care, you have come to the right place at Valley View Dental!

We Move People 6 Years/72,000 Miles Transferable Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty

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he goal of the Fox Valley Auto Group, Fox Valley Volkswagen St. Charles, Fox Valley Volkswagen Schaumburg and Fox Valley Buick GMC St. Charles is to sell and service new Volkswagen, Buick and GMC vehicles and all makes and models of pre-driven vehicles.

Abinion began selling vehicles to help pay for college and fell in love with the business. His first dealership was Landmark Ford in Niles, IL for 16 years. Vice President, Pre-driven Vehicle

Their focus toward providing superior customer service and excellent ownership experience has allowed Fox Valley Auto Group to expand over the years.

Their mission is to move people.

But this is not about selling their customers a vehicle and repairing the ones they already have. It is about much more than that and it is certainly much more than two simple words.

They want everyone who is in contact with their team members every day to be MOVED. Moved in many ways, but always for the better — better than before their engagement with them — whether it is financially, spiritually, emotionally as well as professionally.

Emir Abinion, Founder, President & CEO, Fox Valley Auto Group

“We want to move people to a better place in their lives just by dealing and working with us,” said founder, President and CEO Emir Abinion.

“Imagine the impact we can have on people’s lives with this as our focus. This is what it truly means to be of service.”

Director and Partner Shakeel Omar, operated a successful pre-driven automotive retail store in Chicago, IL for over 16 years. Long-time friends, Abinion and Omar met when they were selling cars together at Golf Mill Ford in the mid-1980s.

Abinion added a new Volkswagen dealership in West Chicago in 2006, which in 2016 moved and expanded to a 40,000 square-foot facility in St. Charles. Fox Valley Volkswagen Schaumburg opened in 2008 and recently underwent a significant remodel both inside and out to enhance the customer experience.

Fox Valley Buick GMC of St. Charles opened in 2011.

In 2016, Frank Butnaru, who worked for Abinion in sales at Landmark Ford, was named as a second partner and is the General Manager of the Volkswagen dealership in Schaumburg. The two are long-time friends, as well.

In 2012, Volkswagen awarded Abinion the Volkswagen Diamond Pin Award, a recognition bestowed on only four dealers in North America and 70 Volkswagen dealers world-wide, for their overall commitment to the brand and its customers. They were again recognized in 2015 with membership in Volkswagen’s Customer First Club. This accolade recognizes the dealership as a top performer in customer satisfaction on a national level.

The two things that drive Abinion are finding ways to make it better and more convenient for the dealerships’ customers to do business with them, and how can they serve the community better.

Fox Valley Auto Group has three locations and approximately 160 employees. Together, Fox Valley Auto Group sells about 5,000 vehicles and services over 54,000 vehicles annually.

Abinion said the secret to his dealerships’ success is to treat people like he would want to be treated and to be a value through service to his customers and community.

“This comes first before any vehicle is sold or serviced,” he said.

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VOTE FOR

KEVIN TINDALL FOR

SHERIFF

IN THE MARCH 20 REPUBLICAN PRIMARY The only candidate with Sheriff’s Office, Fire Service and EMS experience Lifelong public servant Kevin Tindall wants to bring his decades of service to the role of Kane County Sheriff, and he is looking for the public’s support in order to do so.

Tindall, a Republican, will appear on the ballot during the contested primary on March 20, 2018, with the primary’s winner set to appear in the November 2018 general election.

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Tindall has more than 27 years in law enforcement in the Kane County Sheriff’s Office. He is the current Bomb Squad Commander, retiring as an assistant Chief and spending two years as an elected Sugar Grove Fire District Trustee. In addition to all of that, he remains an EMT-Paramedic, making this 31 years serving the public as part of the local Emergency Medical Services.

The task force was comprised of multiple departments of police and fire agencies, and he believes his ability to coordinate among multiple disciplines will help him succeed in the future, should he be elected as the new Kane County Sheriff.

“The advanced knowledge, skills and abilities that I have had the honor to develop with my training and experience have prepared me to provide a higher level of service to the community,” Tindall said. “I have worked hard, and earned, the positions that I have attained. Any obstacle builds character; we just need to move with a purpose.”

That purpose leads to what Tindall calls the “ABC services to the public”. A—Accountability to the public; B – Behavior acceptable for the position; C – Character and competence to provide thorough service with integrity. What those ABC’s spell out is a list of eight specific actions he would implement upon taking office.

Not only is he the only candidate with experience in multiple disciplines of public safety services, and at all levels including management, but he has served in numerous leadership roles over the years as well.

He is the current Bomb Squad Commander, an Incident Management Instructor, and was a SWAT Team Leader, among many other leadership positions.

Tindall said that armed with a list of initiatives and a focus on the basics, he would hit the ground running with a focus on making an impact on a daily basis.

“Besides that, I am a proven leader as I am one of the original founders of the Kane County Fire Investigation Task Force,” Tindall said.

“Every day, I must earn the respect of the personnel, and the citizens, with the ABCs (Accountability, Behavior, Character and Competence),” he said.

TindallforSheriff@gmail.com www.TindallforSheriff.com (415) 868-3538 Paid for by Friends of Tindall for Sheriff

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Kevin Tindall’s 8-Point Plan

I would streamline processes to create efficiency in the office.

I would develop a continuous improvement team concept to engage the personnel into helping find cost effective solutions.

Develop a community risk reduction plan by building community partners to address and educate on active shooter incidents and pre-plan for security concerns in schools, churches and businesses.

Support our schools and the school resource officers to foster the rapport that is developed with the faculty, students and community.

Bring back the Peer Jury Program for the schools.

Return Crime Scene Technicians to process crime scenes and develop new personnel to be ready.

Develop an Auxiliary Deputy program to assist with incidents/traffic direction according to applicable laws.

Work with the corrections officers and the County Board to re-visit the Federal Inmate Program, and if good for the county, re-implement the program.

Please call / text for a yard sign, to volunteer, or ask a question.

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Pizza Paradise E

Genoa Pizza in Sugar Grove — 20 years of great Italian food

Genoa Pizza owner Giuseppe Pizzo was born in Detroit, Mich., and he grew up in Italy. He opened his restaurant in Sugar Grove 20 years ago, but the real history dates back to 1975, when his grandfather opened his Genoa Pizza in Genoa, Ill. “It all starts with good quality product,” Pizzo said. “We have a good, quality pizza sauce and pizza dough that was handed down from my Uncle Pete.”

Pizzo said he started out his work life as a finishing carpenter. When he found himself in hard times, he said his brothers gave him an opportunity, and “here I am, 20 years later.”

When Pizzo began the business 20 years ago, he said he had to work hard to compete with an already-existing pizza place in town. Little by little, he was able to gain customers, and to keep them coming back for more. He and his employees continue to work hard to keep

his customers happy.

In addition to the quality of the food, he credits the success of the business to “the heart and the dedication that goes into it every day.”

From thin to pan to stuffed pizza crusts, Genoa Pizza also offers a wide variety of meat and fresh vegetable toppings, and a selection of specialty pizzas, including Hawaiian Pizza, Mediterranean, BLT, Healthy Choice and Taco Pizza, among others.

Genoa also serves appetizers; a variety of salads, pasta and other Italian dinners, including homemade baked lasagna, chicken alfredo fettuccini and chicken and veal parmesan; sandwiches, and a number of specials, including pizza by the slice until 2 p.m. and half-price pizza on Wednesday night.

The restaurant provides delivery and carry-out. In the future, Pizzo would like to expand into a larger space and possibly add a sit-down area.

“It’s a true Italian Experience to satisfy the most discerning appetites!”

44 Cross St., Sugar Grove (630) 466-0781

www.GenoaPizza10.net

Lunch: Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Dinner: Tue.-Thur. 4-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 4-11 p.m., Sun. Noon-9 p.m., Mon. 4-9 p.m.

WE HAVE 5 LOCATIONS: Montgomery Oswego North Aurora

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President and CEO of Earthmover Credit Union

arthmover Credit Union is a not-forprofit full-service financial institution.

Although the services we offer are similar to those of banks, Earthmover has fewer fees, higher savings rates and lower loan rates. We offer a variety of services, including savings and checking accounts, money markets, CDs, all types of loans including new and used vehicle, home equities, and personal, VISA credit cards, Christmas clubs, youth accounts and more.

Earthmover Credit Union is owned and operated by its members. The business was created in 1958 inside Caterpillar as a credit union to serve Caterpillar employees only. Over the years, the eligibility for membership has expanded so that today, any individual who lives or works in Kendall, Kane, DuPage, Will (north I-80), LaSalle (north I-80) or DeKalb (south I-88) counties is eligible to join. Immediate family members of a current member, or employees of one of our select employer groups, are also eligible to become members.

Each member has an equal vote to elect a volunteer Board of Directors. When you join the credit union, everyone is required to open a savings account with a minimum amount of $25, because you are purchasing your share of the credit union. Once you become a member, you are a member for life.

Earthmover’s business has grown over the years and currently has over 27,000 members and $259 million in assets with a capital ratio of 17.59%. One of our goals for the next five years is to create a “buzz” in the community about us because of our service. We want to grow our number of members and the depth of services we provide to them.

Because we are locally-owned and member-owned, we care about our members and strive to provide excellent member service by building relationships with them. Our vision is to change people’s lives to make our community prosper.

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Earthmover Credit Union is always looking out for the best interest of each member.

For example, if we do not think it is in the member’s best interest to refinance here, we will advise them of that. That is the credit union difference.

Earthmover has very competitive rates on loans and Visa credit cards. Two of Earthmover’s Visa Credit Cards earn ScoreCard points where they can redeem them for merchandise or travel anytime of the year. Our credit union members also get discounts to large retail companies, such as Sprint, Six Flags Great America and more, because they are credit union members.

For more information on how to become a member or more about our services, please visit our website.

Earthmover is an equal housing opportunity lender. By member vote in February 1998, our members’ deposits are insured up to $250,000 per share type by American Share Insurance, the nation’s largest private insurers. The institution is not federally insured.

(630) 844-4950

www.earthmovercu.com

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Dan Borowiak Insurance

does what’s right, and gives back

Office dogs Pippa (front) and Grace are the official greeters for the Dan Borowiak Insurance team, from left, Mary, Dan, Marsha, Sam and Chris.

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rowing up in North Aurora Dan started his agency in the basement of his home on Farview Drive. Now as he celebrates his 30th year in business, his agency is now located in Sugar Grove. Although Dan resides in Sugar Grove, North Aurora will always be considered home to him.

In May of 2011, Dan Borowiak of Sugar Grove was diagnosed with prostate cancer. After a 10-week journey that included a stay at Mayo Clinic and took him to Loma Linda, Calif., doctors found proton therapy was Dan’s best option to beat this deadly disease.

While Dan was away, he found out that the dedication he had for his insurance business was ingrained throughout his employees, who not only ran his Sugar Grove-based

business in his absence, they handled everything without a hiccup.

“I not only had my family for support, but my insurance family (staff, clients and companies) behind me through prayer,” Dan said.

Dan has been in the insurance business for 30 years, having started out with American Family for his first seven years. Deciding he needed to offer more than one option for his customers, since everyone does not have all the same needs, Dan began representing quality companies like Pekin, AAA, West Bend, Travelers, Progressive, Frankenmuth and Hartford as an independent agent.

“Over the years of being in the insurance business, I have come to appreciate how the insurance profession has been able to help

individuals and business put their lives back together in a time of need,” Dan said. “We are dedicated to serving our clients with honesty and building relationships with them at the same time.”

Offering auto, home, business, health, life, disability, bonds and recreational insurance, the team at Dan Borowiak Insurance Agency is always available to take you step-by-step to determine your needs in regards to coverage.

Dan Borowiak Insurance Agency is located at 720 Heartland Drive in Sugar Grove, and is open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To inquire about a specific policy, feel free to reach out to Dan at (630) 466-8900, email him at Dan@ Danbinsurance.com or visit www.

Danbinsurance.com.

DAN BOROWIAK INSURANCE AGENCY 720 Heartland Drive, Suite D • SUGAR GROVE

(630) 466-8900 • www.Danbinsurance.com Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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A portion of the New Business Commissions are donated to local Food Pantries.

String it up at Austin’s Violin Shop

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ustin’s Violin Shop makes, repairs, sells and rents the four orchestral stringed instruments— violin, viola, cello, and bass—and offers a wide range of music, stands and accessories.

Their courier service travels throughout the Chicagoland area.

Owner Patricia Austin began playing the violin in fourth grade and continued to study music at Northern Illinois University. There, she also studied violin-making with Mr. Harold Walker

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in DeKalb. Patricia began teaching Suzuki violin to students in 1975. In 1981, she and her husband, Dana, opened Austin’s Violin Shop in a ramshackle house on Wheeler Road—very humble beginnings!

In 1986, the Austins moved their shop to its current location on Wheeler Road. Their business continued to grow, along with their family of eight children. The location presents easy access to several area studios and schools. Working out of their home also gave Patricia the opportunity to be close to her children while teaching full time. Dana converted the garage into a working shop for meeting with customers, as well as for luthier services.

Upon Dana’s passing in 1994, Patricia took over the violin shop and gradually transitioned from full-time teaching to running the shop.

The Austin’s oldest daughter, Honna, currently provides lessons in the studio two days a week, as well as at a large strings studio in Batavia. Daughter Holly graduated from the violin-making school and is now a luthier at the shop, and son Joel aspires to become a luthier.

AUSTIN’S VIOLIN SHOP Patricia Austin, owner 316 Wheeler Road Sugar Grove (630) 466-7562 info@austinsviolinshop.com

www.austinsviolinshop.com Tuesday – Friday from 1 to 5:30 p.m.

Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“Our main philosophy is to allow students from our area the opportunity to enjoy playing a stringed instrument, and to provide them with high-quality equipment and service,” Patricia said.

She said that she never foresaw the size that they have grown to, or the number of wonderful families and teachers they have met over the years.

“I’ve been able to incorporate many loves into this place—music, children, gardens, pets,” she said. “We have so much to be thankful for.”

If you have a question or need about anything concerning orchestra strings, the Austins have the answer and the products, or they will find it for you.

Do you recognize any of these businesses?

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ach one has a way to draw your eye to their door, to let you know who they are.

Colors, shapes, sizes, functionality — all of these businesses have chosen their own individual blend of these qualities so their business entrance stands out and gets noticed.

Bring potential customers to your door with your own design, or let our professional sales staff design your awning/canopy. Use your company logo and colors to identify who you are. Awnings not only attract customers, they can also help lower your air conditioning costs by cutting down the heat produced by the sun. In fact, you can reduce your energy costs by up to 25 percent and room temperatures by 8 to 15 degrees.

Johnson Seat & Canvas is a second generation, familyowned business that has served Northern Illinois for more than 60 years. Customer satisfaction is their number-one priority, with numerous repeat customers.

25 South Somonauk Rd. Cortland, IL, 60112

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Critter Sitters Loving care for your pet, and so much more Sandy Hafenbrack started Critter Sitters almost 30 years ago after rescuing a kitten at her back door. Since then she has built her firm into the professional pet sitting service you can count on. To Sandy, this is not just her work, it’s her passion.

Whether dog, cat, rabbit, bird, fish or backyard chicken, Critter Sitters will treat your pets as their own. Not only will they walk and feed them, clean the litter box, give shots and pills and call you when pets are sick, but they will also take in mail, water plants and be sure the house is secure and neat. They’ve even been known to deal with a burst water pipe and a fire.

They take pains to communicate well with owners the way the owners want. For re-assurance, Sandy texts, and posts photos of pets on Facebook.

She understands the fear of a stranger in your home. Trust has to be earned. Thousands of customers over the years are her best references. See reviews on the website and Facebook.

Critter Sitters serves North Aurora, Aurora, Montgomery, Yorkville, Sugar Grove, Elburn, Kaneville and Maple Park.

Sandy would like to expand into other areas, but needs more sitters. Business is great! Are you looking for a fun part-time job?

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Our cat Barney was diagnosed with diabetes so we needed to find someone to take care of him while we travel. I did my research and came across Critter Sitters. We went on a quick getaway feeling a wee bit nervous, but Sandy’s daily pictures of Barney and his glucose score eased our minds.

We came home to a daily journal of Barney. We now have a person we trust to take great care of our boy. If we could give her a 10-star rating we would!

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- Vonda Phillips, Sugar Grove

Here’s a glimpse of a day in the life. Riley, the retriever mix didn’t know what to make of Sandy when the pet sitter first entered the house to take her for a walk. She sat in the corner of the laundry room and just watched and listened as Sandy talked to her and offered her treats as a way of earning her trust. The patience and coaxing must have worked, because 20 minutes later Riley was giving Sandy kisses as they prepared for their walk.

“Pet sitting gives so much satisfaction. You rub dogs’ bellies, get kisses and hear kittens purr. What you get in return is 10 times greater than what you give,” she said.

Sandy hires carefully. All sitters are background-checked.

To join the team, contact her today.

“If I wouldn’t have them in my home, I won’t send them in a client’s home,” she said.

“So if you want your pet to be lovingly cared for, we’re the company you should call,” Sandy said.

HELP WANTED

Looking for a fun job where you get exercise, rub dogs’ bellies and are appreciated?

Now hiring pet sitters!

Due to our growth we need to add more pet sitters. You must have a deep love for animals, be dedicated, observant, detailoriented and communicate well. Will train.

Call Sandy (630) 844-9554.

You Never Know What’s In Store At ReStore

Get ready for the Spring Real Estate market!

Trust Linda Callaghan to help you get qualified for your mortgage now Here’s what customers say about Linda:

“I recently had to meet a closing date for our town home that been moved up at the last minute. It was a complicated loan situation that needed to be finalized in days, not weeks. I was referred to Linda Callaghan of Peoples Home Equity...The other mortgage broker told me there was no chance... Linda exhibited consummate professionalism and impeccable follow up. ...If anyone is looking for mortgage services, “Miracle Worker” Linda Callaghan should be their one and only choice.”

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eoples Home Equity (PHE) is a full service mortgage banker that expertly handles your mortgage from start to finish.

The in-house underwriting team works closely with loan originators to find solutions for clients.

PHE lends its own money which makes for smooth and timely closings.

Loan specialist Linda Callaghan lives in North Aurora and has over 20 years of experience helping families with financial planning and mortgages. She has helped hundreds of families purchase or refinance their mortgages and save both time and money.

“If you currently rent, now is a GREAT time to become a homeowner,” Linda said.

“There are so many options available now, almost anyone who wants to own a home can!”

Following are some of the Special Programs available at PHE: • Down Payment Grant money (IDHA grant) — $6,000-$10,000 available for qualified buyers.

• Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP) for homeowners whose mortgage is pre May 31, 2009 and have little, no or negative equity.

• Recent college graduates — Simple underwriting requirements.

— Andy Silis, St. Charles, IL

• FHA Rehabilitation loans (203k) — This unique FHA loan allows you to include the cost of repairs or updates into your mortgage.

• Homestyle Rehab loan — This conventional loan allows you to include the cost of repairs or updates into your mortgage.

• HomeReady/HomePossible — For a purchase or refinance that requires only 3% equity with reduced PMI rates.

• Previous Bankruptcy or Foreclosure— PHE has several programs available for almost every situation.

• VA Loans — 100% finance available.

• Low or No Credit — Credit repair services available.

• FHA Loans — Minimum 3.5% down payment, owner-occupied purchases.

• Conventional Loans — Minimum 3% down payment, owner-occupied.

• Jumbo Loans — Many options available for both purchases and refinances.

Let Linda help you get qualified for what mortgage product best fits your needs, and take advantage of the still-low rates on great purchase and refinance mortgage products now.

Hablo Español

Linda Callaghan (630)-854-9037

lcallaghan@peopleshomeequity.com NMLS # 229776

NMLS # 63371 Peoples Home Equity is an Illinois Residential Mortgage Licensee # 6760717-006

Aurora ReStore of Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit, home improvement store and donation center that sells new and gently used furniture, appliances, doors, windows, cabinets, building materials and much more to the public at a fraction of the retail price.

from these sales go directly to support Habitat for Humanity in its mission to build affordable housing.

Habitat for Humanity International is a nonprofit, nondenominational, Christian housing ministry. Habitat welcomes all people - regardless of race, religion, ethnicity or any other difference.

Our goal is to build simple, decent, affordable housing for those who lack adequate shelter.

New products are donated every day.

Stop by often as you never know what’s in store at ReStore.

Whether you are a do-it-yourselfer, homeowner, renter, landlord, contractor or someone who just knows where to find great deals, make Aurora ReStore your first stop when shopping for your next home improvement, renovation or DIY project.

ReStore's mission is to raise funds for Habitat for Humanity® by selling donated building materials. The profits

33% Off one item.

Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Expires Aug. 31, 2018.

Check out our website, www.foxvalleyrestore.org or call us for more information about shopping, donations or how to volunteer.

(630) 585-5508 4100 Fox Valley Center Dr., Aurora, IL 60504 Tuesday thru Friday 10am -8pm | Saturday 10am -6pm Sunday 11am-5pm | Closed Mondays Insight • February 2018 | Special Advertising Section • Page 17

First Secure Community Bank

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Modern banking with old-fashioned personal service f you’re looking for an organization that is not only dedicated to serving your personal and commercial banking needs, but also vested in the community, then First Secure Community Bank is the business you can depend on.

Formerly American Heartland Bank & Trust, the bank recently changed its name to First Secure Community Bank to signify its dedication and commitment to the community.

Small-business banking with a modern touch, this Sugar Grove-based independent community bank focuses on providing quality banking services that are responsive to local community needs. The bank is very active in the local communities it serves and encourages involvement by its officers and employees.

Demonstrating that commitment to the community, the bank expanded in December 2015 with an impressive new headquarters building at 670 N. Sugar Grove Parkway (Rt. 47.) And now the bank has further increased its commitment with the addition of a new branch in Aurora. Located at 1 N. Constitution Dr., just off Galena Boulevard, the bank now offers even more customers the convenience of its personal service.

Since the bank commenced operations in 2000, the team has capitalized on its executive management banking experience.

670 N. Sugar Grove Parkway (corner of Bliss/Wheeler Rd & Rt. 47) Sugar Grove • (630) 466-3551

David L. Janota, (President), John Medernach, (Executive Vice President), and S. Ali Khan, (Executive Vice President), have more than 80 years of combined community banking experience, primarily in the west suburban Chicago areas.

This experienced management team combined with an overall emphasis on active community participation produces a financial institution that is immersed in the community it serves. The officers and employees are involved in many local organizations, including the Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce, Kaneland School District, Sugar Grove Chamber of Commerce, Sugar Grove Corn Boil, Sugar Grove Park District, Anderson Animal Shelter, Batavia Women’s Club, Children’s Tumor Foundation—Illinois, Mutual Ground, Exchange Club of Aurora, Geneva Rotary Club, and many other local charitable and religious organizations.

As the team strives to maintain 100 percent customer satisfaction, service with a warm and friendly smile, and competitive rates on all products, First Secure Community Bank looks to preserve banking with an old fashioned approach in an ever-changing world.

For more information about First Secure Community Bank, visit www.1stSecureBank.com.

1 N. Constitution Dr. Aurora • (331) 684-1600

www.1stSecureBank.com

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THE EXHAUST WORKS

Celebrating 35 Years Of Exceptional Service

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hink hassle-free, quality work, quick, and fair. In Montgomery, The Exhaust Works owner Otto Schulz has always had a goal to create a hassle-free environment in which his customers may have quality work completed on their vehicles quickly and at a fair price.

Ever since he was a teenager, Otto loved working on cars. He gained experience at a muffler shop, and in 1983 he and his father started The Exhaust Works. Working successfully side-byside for 10 years, Otto bought out his father in 1993. The reputable and established business grew, and with knowledgeable and loyal employees by his side, Otto’s business continued to thrive.

quality. The team has a sincere interest in quality, and each member takes pride in his work that shows from customer testimonials that speak to Otto’s commitment to his 35 years of exceptional service in automotive maintenance, repair and management.

Otto Schulz

“You guys made an impossible oxy sensor removal an easy task. All in under 45 minutes. Nice Job!” — Dave Specializing in exhaust, brakes, suspension, tires, catalytic converters, oil changes, and custom exhaust, The Exhaust Works also offers custom work like complete fabrication and cat back dual systems.

The Exhaust Works is located at 1157 “Once you leave our shop, you’re not on your South Lake St. in Montgomery, and is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 own,” Otto said. “Our work is backed locally p.m., and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and by a nationwide lifetime warranty on For more information about scheduling heavy-duty mufflers, shocks and struts.” an appointment, The Exhaust Works visit www. specializes in The Exhaust Works theexhaustworks.com standard and custom 1157 S. Lake St., Montgomery or call (630) 892-0344 exhaust work, but (630) 892-0344 or email exhaustwks@ also performs many www.TheExhaustWorks.com sbcglobal.net for a other services with quote. the same level of

Safe Harbor:

Navigating the Currents in Life

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herapists at Safe Harbor Counseling emphatically emphatically believe in the value of the individual by virtue of his/her existence and that effective and lasting changes must be built on a solid foundation composed of the individual’s personal strengths and an awareness of available supports. Perspectives and interventions are based on sound psychological theory as well as Christian principles. .

Convenient to Kane and Kendall counties, Safe Harbor Counseling offers counseling for children, adolescents and adults, assistance with the special education process, support through the experience of workplace bullying, as well as presentations on a variety of educational and behavioral health issues. Please visit www.safeharboril.com.

Meet Safe Harbor Counseling Therapists BETH PLACHETKA, EdD, LCSW, MSW, MAEL “Positive change occurs by identifying and building on the individual’s strengths.” Dr. Beth Plachetka, LCSW, brings a unique blend of professional experiences to her work as therapist, teacher and school social worker. Dr. Plachetka offers services to adolescents and adults in the areas of relationships, PTSD, bullying, anxiety and depression, special education and workplace issues using a variety of therapeutic techniques including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for traumatic memories. Consultation and supervision services as well as professional development presentations that include Continuing Education Units are offered.

JANET MEEKS, LCPC provides services for adolescents and adults in the areas of relationships, depression and anxiety.

Janet’s experience as a special education teacher is the foundation of her expertise in successful interpersonal skills at school and work. She is an experienced clinician in CBT and behavioral therapy and is an excellent guide through the special education process. Janet has provided training for professionals as well as therapy for both individuals and couples.

KIMBERLY RHODES, LCPC brings a well deserved reputation of highly effective clinical skills and knowledge. Kim previously provided clinical direction and therapeutic services through Family Counseling in Aurora, IL, where she also served as clinical director. Kim uses a variety of therapeutic techniques in working with clients on issues of trauma, domestic violence, Asperger’s, group, individual and couples therapy.

KATHERINE DOLEWSKI, MSW, LCSW offers therapeutic intervention for children pre/k through 6th grade as well as adolescents and adults.

Katherine has taught “Zones of Regulations” and “Social Awareness” groups as an elementary school social worker in Elmhurst. Katherine teaches the skills necessary for self-control and getting along with others and recognizes the importance of including parents and other significant adults in the process.

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76 S. Main St., Ste. A, Sugar Grove (630) 466-8657 office • (630) 272-4959 cell www.SafeHarborIL.com www.drbethplachetka.com follow us on facebook

Maricela Perez APN, owner of Santa Maria Health provides bilingual services for patients requiring medications. Santa Maria Health is located at Safe Harbor Counseling. Appointments are scheduled by calling 630-346-3995 or mailing at santamariahealth@gmail.com

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D e f i n i t e l y N OT j u s t a n o t h e r m a t t r e s s s t o r e “Sleep may be the most important factor determining the quality of our health. It’s that important. And there needs to be a source that makes the highest quality sleep products accessible to the broadest number of people.” That statement from Randy Gonigam, owner of Essential Bed, sums up what drives this company to play David to the mattress store Goliaths that are seemingly on every corner of every shopping area around.

answers they haven’t found elsewhere. We are proud to have been a part of many thrilling stories of helping people find comfort, pain relief, and better sleep when they thought those things were impossible,” he said.

“At Essential Bed, we live by two mantras: ‘Sell for Less and Tell the Truth’ and ‘We have a bed for that!’” Everything about what we do, from sourcing and design of our beds, to our unorthodox channels of distribution, to the stripping of all unnecessary costs from our business model in order to keep prices low, is designed to recognize, understand, and solve the serious problems and threats our customers face to their physical, mental, and emotional health. All three are intricately tied to the quality of sleep we get.

“The chain stores and big corporate players, both on the selling side and the manufacturing side, have no concept of how personal and individual each person’s sleep is to them. And it’s hard to bring attention to a different, infinitely better way to address the unique challenges we all face, and provide solutions, simply because the sheer weight of their marketing and store penetration is so massive,” Gonigam said.

Essential Bed purposely moves in a very different direction than other mattress providers. For several years, Essential Beds were only offered through a small network of Chiropractic physicians in Northern Illinois.

“We were purposeful in working with this healing group.

Chiropractic patients are typically people that have often debilitating pain issues, and they turn to Chiropractic for

Another channel that Essential Bed is beginning to work closely with is Fitness. “If you are pursuing fitness and/or weight loss goals, and not getting adequate quality sleep, you will almost certainly fall short of your goals. Go to EssentialBed.com for much more on these topics.”

In 2017, Essential Bed found another niche that fits them well, when they began doing Fundraiser Mattress Sales for community service providers and schools. These events present a low overhead opportunity to meet customers in a relaxed atmosphere, and really address their needs with quality products at lower than market prices. Everyone benefits when these profits go to support the organization hosting the event.

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“The concept works because no one is ever asked or pressured to buy something they don’t want or need.

Statistically, about one in 6 or 7 households will purchase a new bed or pillows in the near future. We simply direct those purchasers to our events. No one has to sell anything, or pressure their neighbors or coworkers, and there is very little overall effort required of the benefiting organization. It’s a win-win for all,” Gonigam said. For a list of upcoming fundraisers visit EssentialBed.com.

(630) 592-8602 Inside Douglas Coleman Home Solutions

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“In addition, we knew we needed to have a retail presence, but not in a traditional way. When Douglas Coleman Home Solutions invited us to join them in their North Aurora showroom, we knew this was the right opportunity. Very low key, and a chance to be associated with the great people at Douglas Coleman. This has allowed us to expand our selection and we can proudly say this is absolutely the best selection of quality sleep products to be found anywhere. This has given us the chance to add Reverie Dream Beds to our selection--the most unique, problemsolving beds you can find. They are a perfect umbrella over all of our very carefully selected beds. Whatever your need ‘We Have a Bed for That!’” he concluded.

For your best health, wellness and lifestyle, visit the Essential Bed Showroom at 200 Alder Dr. in North Aurora, or call (630) 592-8602. Learn more about Essential Bed and the importance of quality sleep at EssentialBed.com.