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The science of magnawaving and the differences between low- and high-intensity PEMF What does PEMF do?

PEMF comes down to maintaining good cell health. The stresses of everyday life, sports, work and more take a toll on our bodies. As a result our cells no longer function at their best, which leads to premature aging, degenerative disease and decline in performance. By stimulating cell metabolism, PEMF therapy may restore cell function and repair cells to recover from trauma or illness.

PEMF therapy aids the body in a number of ways: 1. Blood circulation is increased throughout the body or body part being treated.

2. Oxygenation of blood and tissues. Many PEMF studies appear to demonstrate an increase in blood oxygen content. Cells thrive in an oxygen-rich environment.

Oxygenation relieves inflammation, and because all pain is caused by inflammation, if we can relieve that inflammation, then the body begins to heal.

3. Calcium influx. This is an important function in repair of bone and in maintainance of cell membranes.

4. Macrophages. These cells, which function as protection against infection, may become activated, thus strengthening the immune system. Lymphatic drainage is improved, thus removing inflammatory toxins.

5. Acupuncture points are activated.

While very technical, all of this boils down to the body’s healing power on the microscopic cell level. This is where repair and regeneration and health actually begins!

Low- and high-intensity PEMF are both beneficial. Most notable is the amount of time it takes to achieve the same benefits. The low-intensity PEMF benefits capillary blood flow in the skin, great for relaxation therapy, skin conditions and healing. Highintensity PEMF takes less time and more immediate results are seen. It benefits blood flow in the deeper organs.

PEMF therapy is approved for pain and inflammation treatment and for the treatment of depression in humans. We are already using PEMF on our animal patients with some very interesting results. Soon we will have a registered nurse using the PEMF therapy on humans! The only contraindication for PEMF is if a human has a pacemaker. Average treatments are two to three times a week, although daily therapy for severe or chronic problems is also done. Remember it is rare that any type of therapy works with just one treatment.

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Breastfeeding: “A True Gift” The topic for this issue is breastfeeding. This is a true gift! It is a gift that a woman has the ability to feed her baby. It is also a gift of love from Mom to her newborn baby. This ability to sustain life is a special thing.

During pregnancy, a woman’s body begins to prepare for milk production. The breasts hypertrophy, meaning they get larger. The nipples (areola) also enlarge and may become darker in color (pigment). There are glands (milk ducts) that are contained in the areola that also change. This is the way Mother Nature prepares a pregnant woman for the birth and feeding of her baby. During labor and following delivery, certain hormones are produced that cause the body to begin to produce a thin white fluid called colostrum. Colostrum contains properties that help to protect the newborn until his or her own immune system is functioning properly. The breast gradually starts to produce breast milk. The fluid will become more opaque and white to yellow in color. As the baby begins to breast feed, a complex hormonal release of prolactin and oxytocin (to name a few) fosters the breastfeeding process.

The benefits of breastfeeding to a mother are many. Breastfeeding uses a tremendous amount of calories, which translates into weight loss for Mom. Imagine that—losing weight without exercise! If a woman has breastfed she will also experience several long-term protective health effects, such as a lower rate of breast disease. When prolactin is produced and released, a woman can feel a sense of relaxation. Some may refer to this as a breastfeeding high. The calming effect prolactin has can help a new mom cope with sleep deprivation and other life stressors. There is also an emotional aspect to breastfeeding. The skin-to-skin contact between the two fosters a maternal-child bond.

Bonding is so important for the baby as well. The mother’s breasts are over her heart and lungs. The newborn is able to feel and hear her heart beating. The rhythmic rise and fall of her chest, as well as the sounds of breathing, are perceived by the baby. The breasts are in close approximation to the mother’s face so the baby can easily see her and make eye contact with her. There are also positive health effects for the baby. Contained in colostrum and breast milk are maternal antibodies that are transmitted to the baby. This provides passive immunization for the baby, reducing the risk of the baby becoming sick.

Many new moms have concerns that the baby is not getting enough milk. Well, the baby is born with a special fat layer that helps to provide additional calorie support until milk production increases. The size of a newborn’s stomach is very small. It is approximately the size of a large marble. So not too much can fit in there at any one time.

Although the art of breastfeeding on face value may seem to be an easy process, it takes patience and practice for both the mom and baby. Essentially they both need to learn how to breastfeed. One can find volumes on the ways to breastfeed.

The one that is correct is the one that works for both the mom and baby. This is a trial and error process. Most hospitals now have lactation consultants. These are health care professionals that have completed additional training in the art and science of breastfeeding. They are usually available soon after delivery, and during your stay on the postpartum unit. Advanced Care now has a lactation counselor available in our office. I encourage each of my pregnant patients to meet with her during the pregnancy. This allows the patient to become educated on the art of breastfeeding. It is helpful to do this before the delivery because it greatly reduces breastfeeding stress. Meeting with her while you are pregnant helps to educate you prior to actually having to breastfeed your child, eliminating stress or worry about not doing it right. She is also available after delivery if the need arises.

We at Advanced Care fully support breastfeeding.

With the addition of a lactation counselor in our office, we attempt to educate and support all women in their endeavor to breastfeed. For pregnant women, maintaining a well-balanced diet and continuing prenatal visits is necessary. Seek education and support from a lactation counselor and your doctor. Together, we can help you achieve your goal to breastfeed successfully.

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Pet Services

Newkirk Family Veterinarians....................................................... 2 Funny Farm Rescue................................................................... 51 Senior Pets................................................................................. 52 Jolly Pets Supplies & Grooming................................................. 53 Atlantic County Animal Shelter............................................. 72, 73

Medical Professionals

Advanced Care Ob/Gyn Infertility................................................. 3 Shore Vascular & Vein Center....................................................... 6 Accent Aesthetics Medical & Laser Day Spa............................... 7 Certified Dermatology................................................................ 10 Advocare Stafford Orthopedics.................................................. 11 Sood Center for Plastic Surgery................................................. 17 Go Feet: Dr. Stuart W. Honick.................................................... 25 Atlantic Medical Imaging............................................................ 26 Kathy A. Banks, DMD................................................................. 27 Relievus...................................................................................... 30 Bella Derma Medi Spa................................................................ 38 Barbara Greenling, DNP....................................................... 40, 41

Home Health Care

BAYADA Home Health Care......................................................... 4

Coffee Shop

Barista’s Coffee House................................................................. 5

Premier Dental Spa

Federici Dental......................................................................... 8, 9

Elder Law

Rice Elder Law........................................................................... 12

Home Improvement

Clay’s Climate Control................................................................ 13

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Health & Wellness

Breathe Studio............................................................................ 14 Body in Balance Fitness Center................................................. 31 Hot or Not Yoga.......................................................................... 32

Table of Contents

Hypnosis for Women.................................................................. 33 Nina Radcliff, MD....................................................................... 44 Curexa Pharmacy....................................................................... 46 Yoga Nine Mind/Body Studio..................................................... 50

Fashion & Beauty

Barbara’s Boutique..................................................................... 15 The Bra Boudoir......................................................................... 22 Seagrass Boutique..................................................................... 29

Assisted Living

Seashore Gardens Living Center............................................... 16

Psychic Advisor

Mark Nichols.............................................................................. 16

Financial Management

5 Tips for Sustaining Financial Health........................................ 18 Garden State Trust Company..................................................... 19

Permanent Makeup

Beau Institute............................................................................. 22

Bakery

Simply Sweet Cupcakes............................................................ 23

Legal Professionals

D’Amato Law Firm...................................................................... 24

Higher Education

Atlantic Cape Community College............................................. 28

Professional Tutoring

Study Smarter ........................................................................... 28

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Russell & Marinucci.............................................................. 34, 35

Specialty Wigs

Wigs by Pat and Cubby............................................................. 36

Nutrition & Wellness

Vitality FYI................................................................................... 37

Psychiatry

Charles Meusburger, MD............................................................ 37

Business & Finance

Copiers Plus............................................................................... 39

5 Acupuncture

Koehler Acupuncture.................................................................. 45

Wigs & Hair Designs

Abstrax Hair Designs.................................................................. 47 Women of Atlantic County............................ 48, 49

Men’s Clothing

Lou Marchiano for Men.............................................................. 53

Theatre & Entertainment

Cape May Stage......................................................................... 54 The Other Josh Cohen............................................................... 56 Show-Score................................................................................ 57 Atlantic City Ballet...................................................................... 59 Two River Theater....................................................................... 67

Shoe Repair

The Friendly Cobbler.................................................................. 55

Gourmet Shop

Tales of the Olive........................................................................ 55

Fabulous Food

Cutting Board Creations, LLC.................................................... 58

Travel

Vagabond Travel Agency............................................................ 63

Women’s History

Susan Burton.............................................................................. 64

Holistic Life Coach

Jessica L. Conrad, M.A., B.A..................................................... 71

Family Portraits & Headshots

Donna Andrews Photography.................................................... 75 Community..... 42, 43, 60, 61, 62, 65, 66, 68, 69, 70, 71, 74 Please Take Advantage Of Our Many “Enter To Win” Contests Throughout The Paper And On Facebook!

Holistic Substance Abuse Treatment

Enlightened Solutions................................................................. 45

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Groundbreaking New Technolog Groundbreaking New Technology for Laser Tattoo Removal Shore Vascular & Vein Center / Aesthetic Laser Center announces enlighten™, the newest, most complete solution available anywhere for laser tattoo removal. enlighten™ is the most advanced

laser system available for safe and effective tattoo removal. It is the world’s first laser system to combine both picosecond and nanosecond technology with dual wavelength lasers. This allows individualized treatment of all colors of ink and skin types for the fastest, most complete laser tattoo removal ever available.

The “Pico” Difference

Lasers remove tattoos by delivering high energy over a very short period of time to break up ink.

Inks of different types, colors and depth can provide significant challenges to remove. It has been shown that shorter duration pulses are more effective in completely removing tattoos than longer duration pulses. Our new enlighten™ laser can deliver energy at picosecond intervals. A picosecond is one trillionth of a second. This is one thousand times shorter than prior lasers for tattoo removal. Picosecond, sometimes referred to as “pico,” lasers have been shown to remove tattoos more completely and with fewer treatments, than with lasers used in the past.

Flexibility

Picosecond lasers are the newest, most advanced tattoo removal technology available.

Our enlighten™ laser combines this “pico” technology with the flexibility of both 1064nm and 532nm dual wavelength lasers. Never before has this combination of power and versatility been available. This now allows for the treatment of all color tattoos and skin types, even the traditionally very difficult ones, with a single device. This provides effective results in approximately half the number of treatments of prior lasers.

Number of Treatments Required and Results

People often ask how long it will take to remove their tattoo, and will it be able to be removed completely. Laser tattoo removal typically takes multiple treatments. That is because tattoo ink is deposited deep into the skin and multiple treatments are needed to reach all of the ink and break it up completely. In addition, tattoos of various sizes, colors and ages may respond differently to treatment. Some colors are more difficult to clear completely than others. Therefore, it is impossible to know in the very beginning how many treatments will ultimately be needed or how completely it will be removed.

However, our new enlighten™ picosecond laser has been shown to be faster and more effective than the prior lasers used for tattoo removal. In fact, many people can expect to obtain excellent results in half the number of treatments, or less, than with prior lasers.

Our doctor can give you a good idea of the number of treatments that will be needed after your tattoo is examined.

Partial Tattoo Removal

Due to change in circumstances, relationships and other factors, some people desire to have their tattoos changed. We can remove parts of tattoos, while leaving other parts intact, to allow for tattoo changes.

Cost

Cost will vary depending on a number of factors including the size of the tattoo and the number of treatments needed. Keep in mind that with enlighten™, you should

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anticipate requiring far fewer treatments than required with other lasers. You can also anticipate more complete results. However, since the exact number of treatments will Shore Vascular & Vein Center / Aesthetic Laser Center not initially be known, we offer complete tattoo removal packages. That gives you a set announces en light en™the , the newest, most complete price in the beginning and eliminates uncertainty of not knowing the exact number solution available anywhere for laser tattoo of treatments that will ultimately be needed. Our staff can give youremoval. more information about pricing after we™examine your tattoo. enlighten is the most advanced laser system available About Us and effective tattoo removal. It is the world’s first for safe laser Our medical director, Dr. system to combine both picosecond and nanosecond Partia Jeffrey Gosin, is a Board Certified technology with dual wavelength lasers. This allows Due to Vascular Surgeon. He has years of individualized treatment of all colors of ink and skin types for other fa experience in performing cosmetic changed the fastest, most complete laser tattoo removal ever available. vascular laser procedures using the leaving highly V™ laser.

Theacclaimed “Pico”Excel Difference Cost OverLasers those remove years, hetattoos has been asked by delivering high energy over a very short period of time Cost w by to many patients if he could also break up ink.

Inks of different types, colors and depth can provide significant includin remove their tattoos with his laser. challenges to remove.

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1064nmDr. and 532nm dual wavelength lasers. Never before has completely the high thisresearched combination power and versatility been available. This now allows for the Gosin theof technology, attended conferences, and personally consulted with laser experts from “University Quality Care at the Jersey Shore” around the country who were involved in the very early use of this remarkable new device. It became clear that this technology “University Quality Care would set the new standard in laser at the Jersey Shore” tattoo removal. We are very pleased to be the first center in the entire Delaware Valley to be able to offer this cutting-edge technology.

If you are experiencing “tattoo regret” and would like to have your tattoo removed or changed, call us for a consultation.

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You Slept A Full Eight Hours But You’re Still Tired. Why? If you, your partner, or someone else you know is waking after a night of sleep feeling completely unrested, there is a chance that they may be suffering from sleep apnea.

Sleep apnea occurs when the upper airway is intermittently blocked during sleep, reducing or completely stopping airflow.

sleep apnea are CPAP (Controlled Positive Airway Pressure) or OAT (Oral Appliance Therapy). Both of these treatments are covered under both medical insurance and Medicare.

Treatment for Sleep Apnea

Treatments for sleep apnea vary widely depending on the severity and type of sleep apnea a person suffers from. Suggested treatments can include: • Losing weight • Quitting smoking / drinking • Eating healthy and controlling blood pressure • Sleeping on your side • Oral devices • Surgery in extreme cases • CPAP (breathing machines)

Types of Sleep Apnea

There are three primary types of sleep apnea that can be caused by a person’s physical structure or We are now a medical conditions.

Dental Sleep Medicine 1. Central Sleep Apnea Member Center of One type of sleep apnea is called central sleep Federici Dental the New Jersey apnea (CSA) and it happens works closely when you stop breathing because the muscles Sleep Society. with both local involved in the act of respiratory breathing don’t receive the proper signal from the pulmonologists This is the appliance we brain. Causes of CSA and your primary care provider to have use at Federici Dental. can be brain stem injuries/concussions, congestive heart failure, Opioid your home sleep studies completed.

They usage, and CNS diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. are proud members of both the American 2. Obstructive Sleep Apnea Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and NJ Sleep Society, and are on The most common form of sleep apnea is called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and occurs due to a physical blockage, usually the collapsing of the cutting-edge of sleep apnea knowledge and treatment. the soft tissue in the back of the throat. Loud snorers may have a serious case of blocked air passages, known as obstructive sleep apnea syndrome Testimonial: (OSAS). In these cases, the blockage of air is so great that no air can get “…Dr. Federici’s compassion and patience is much appreciated. My oral device was through, causing repeated awakenings throughout the night. custom made for me! It’s small and comfortable, plus I can easily take it with me when I 3. Mixed Sleep Apnea travel. Dr. Federici is very cautious with making adjustments to my device so I will not Mixed/complex sleep apnea is a combination of CSA and OSA. have jaw pain. His staff was friendly and handled the billing to my insurance company Obstructve sleep apnea can contribute or lead to many other conditions with ease. Finally, I’m getting a good night sleep! Thank you Dr. Dave!” -Michelle D. such as hypertension, A-Fib, diabetes, GERD, stroke, and increased risk for car accidents to name a few, so it is important to be diagnosed by a medical professionals if you experience any sleep-related symptoms.

While each individual case is different, the first step in diagnosing sleep apnea is with a sleep study.

Our office works with both respiratory pulmonologists directly or through a written prescription by your primary care physician with Meridian Hackensack SOCH to provide home or in-lab sleep studies. We will do an oral screening • Dental Implants • Hybrid Dentures • Sleep Apnea and have you answer some questions which will assist in informing your medical doctor why we feel you should have a home sleep test done.

Treatment • Cosmetic Dentistry • Crowns • Bridges Once the study is completed and both the respiratory pulmonologist/ • ZOOM Teeth Whitening • Partials • Root Canals primary physician and our office receive a copy of the results, we will both • Cleanings • Exams • Digital X-Rays coordinate the best treatment for you. Oral appliances work by gently moving your lower jaw and tongue forward thereby opening up your airway at back Call our office today at (609) 597-1234. of your throat.

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There Are Plenty of Reasons to Smile After a Visit to Federici Dental It’s a real family affair at Federici Dental Group. In addition to being partners, dentists Joe and David Federici are also brothers. Much of their staff has been with them for over 20 years, which is why they refer to their practice as a family, rather than a company.

Joseph Federici, DMD

David Federici, DMD

Dr. Joe: Working with my brother provides a level of trust I couldn’t expect from a nonfamily member. We know we can count on each other and have the same values and work ethic.

Dr. Dave: My brother and I are caring, sensitive to anxieties, and we offer state of the art treatments based on needs all the while giving patients several different options. We are the leaders in offering “teeth in a day” and are the only dental office in the area with expertise in the screening and treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

ACW: What are the advantages of working with your family?

ACW: What led you to a career in Dentistry?

Dr. Joe: Although dentistry is scientific, it is often referred to as an art. There is so much creativity involved in restoring a patient’s smile, which in return boosts their self-confidence. Helping people when they’re in pain is also a highly rewarding experience. Dentistry allowed me to be independent, create my own business, and set my own career goals. It is the perfect blend of science, art, and skill.

ACW: How do you stay current with changes made in your field?

Dr. Joe: Dentistry is a rapidly changing field, which is why continuing education courses are important. We gain unique insight from experts that we can use to favorably impact our own patients. One of the newest areas we are involved in is Dental Sleep medicine. We are now able to fit patients with an Oral Sleep Apnea Appliance instead of wearing a CPAP mask to bed.

ACW: What are some important tenets of the doctor patient relationship?

Dr. Joe: Trust is the single most important building block for a long-term relationship with any patient. My patients must trust that I have their best interest at heart and that I have the expertise to perform at the highest level possible.

ACW: How do you handle patients who have severe anxiety about visiting the dentist?

Dr. Joe: We encourage our patients to share their fears and ask questions during their initial visit. It helps to tell them how modern dental techniques are less invasive and therefore, cause less discomfort. We also offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas) that is administered through a mask and placed over the patient’s nose. This allows them to feel less pain and induces a feeling of euphoria. The nitrous oxide wears off immediately with virtually no side effects.

ACW: What sets your office apart from others like it?

ACW: Tell us about the “Teeth in a Day” procedure.

Dr. Dave: I work with a local oral surgeon in the treatment option of both screw and removable hybrid dentures. The procedure is advertised nationally by Clearchoice. My surgeon and our procedures go beyond what they offer and our lab and surgeon are all within a six-mile radius of our office. This is an option for someone who has deteriorating teeth, where investment into them would not be a wise financial choice due to limited lifespan. First, our surgeon screens for eligibility with a CBCT scan ensuring they are the right candidate. We then help them choose a final set of teeth that they want to live with, whether that be removable or screw retained. On the day of surgery we have teeth pre-made and the patient’s teeth are removed and implants placed in. Then we fit pre made teeth over those implants and screw them in. Then, four months later after everything has healed and tissues have shrunken down, we fabricate the final set of teeth. It is an amazing process all done under IV sedation.

ACW: How do you treat patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)?

Dr. Dave: Our hygienists screen for it with our established patients during their recall cleaning visits. All new patients receive an in depth questionnaire about their sleep habits and how it may be affecting them. We have taken extensive continuing education in the screening and treatment of OSA. After a positive screening, we refer the patient to a local respiratory pulmonologist where they are given an at home sleep test. Because this is a medical condition, it goes through medical insurance and must be diagnosed by a board certified respiratory pulmonologist. If the sleep study comes back being mild to moderate OSA, we treat it with a custom made oral appliance that advances the lower jaw to pull the tongue forward and open the airway up. Because 80% of snorers have OSA, it is imperative through our screening that we treat (what most) think is just a nuisance. We are the doctors of the oral cavity and by seeing most patients twice a year for 60 minutes laying down in the sleeping position, we are in a position to help medical doctors screen for it.

ACW: What do you find most fulfilling about your profession?

Dr. Dave: I really enjoy creating and maintaining relationships with my patients.

The patient testimonial section of our website truly reflects how our patients feel about us.

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What Is Malignant Melanoma?

Cancer of the skin is by far the most common of all cancers. Melanoma accounts for only 1% but is the most deadly.

Melanoma starts when pigment begins to grow out of control. Signs may include a new, unusual growth or a changes in an existing mole. Melanomas can occur anywhere on the body.

The facts:

• Melanoma is the third most common cancer in women ages 20-39 and the second most common cancer in men ages 20-39.

• In the United States, one person dies of melanoma every hour.

• 10% of all people with melanoma have a family history of melanoma.

In the past decade the number of new melanoma cases has increased by 53%. There has also been a significant rise in overall survival in patients with melanoma. This may be due to earlier diagnosis, when the tumors are at a thinner depth.

Early detection saves lives— Schedule your skin examination today!

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“I had been going to the same dermatologist for years. She was selling her practice and moving to New York. I was a little nervous about that but just stayed in her office and stayed with the dermatologist that took over her practice. I went to make an appointment and could not get in with a doctor but they told me they had a female nurse practitioner named Lisa that I could see, So I agreed. When I first met her I was thrilled! I knew we would be friends but I knew she was good at what she does. She has a better eye than any doctor I have ever seen! She found a melanoma on my back that was .3 cm was very deep and I had to have a wide excision done at Robert Wood Johnson hospital with a specialist. If that had grown I’m sure the outcome would’ve been different than today. I am fine and healthy. That was January 2003 when we got the results that it had not spread. I continue to see her every year. She cuts off 3 moles and we talk! We have become friends! I love her! She is bright, professional, timely and accommodating! I recommend her to everyone I can at every opportunity I can! She is the best dermatologist I’ve had and I hope to keep seeing her for a long, long time! Thank you, Lisa Ledden!” - Kerri Byrne

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What is this?

This is a surgical technique that is performed through very tiny incisions, only a few millimetres long.

This is in contrast to traditional surgery performed through large incisions on the foot. Dr. Baskin offers this technique with advantages over open surgery. Much less soft tissue stripping and dissection is required to gain access to the bone in order to make the corrections. This may alleviate the need for wires, implants, or screws.

This may lead to:

Minimally Invasive Surgery

Open Surgery

• Reduced surgical time • Walking the same day in a surgical shoe.

• Less damage to tissues • Less internal scarring • Minimal external scarring (sometimes stitches are not needed) • Less joint stiffness • Same day surgery • Quicker recovery time • Faster return to work and normal activities • No need for pins or implants in the toes • Possibly a better result

What conditions can be treated this way?

• Bunions (hallux valgus) • Lumps, bumps, corns, calluses on or in between the toes.

• Hammer toes • Metatarsalgia (pain under the balls of the toes) • Big toe arthritis (Cheilectomy for Hallux Rigidus) • Morton’s Neuroma • Plantar Fasciitis • Some aspects of flat feet surgery • Some aspects of ankle arthritis surgery • Diabetic ulcers most places on the foot

Can any surgeon perform this kind of surgery?

No. Very specific training in minimally invasive techniques are required and these training courses have restricted access. A new range of surgical tools, not normally used in traditional open surgery are used and these require a new set of technical skills in order to master the different surgical techniques. This requires training and experience. Not all foot and ankle surgeons perform minimally invasive foot surgery.

Is it for me?

Most people are eligible to have minimally invasive surgery, however it is not for everyone. Some deformities are too large to be corrected using minimally invasive techniques. A consultation with Dr. Baskin will allow you to discuss this in detail and decide which method of foot correction is appropriate for you. n

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She was Certified as an Elder Law Attorney in 1997, and has maintained since 1986. She was Certified as an Elder Law Attorney in 1997, and has maintainedoffices officesinin Atlantic County and Camden County, specifically in Linwood and Cherry Hill. She can answer Camden andand Capeconcerns May counties, specifically in Cherry Hill and Ocean City. She can answer your questions - just call 609-398-3447. your questions and concerns- just call 609-398-3447.

“ WILL Will CONTESTS: How Do They Contests: How Do They Work? Work? ” Part l l

We discussed A.) Fraud and B.) Due Execution in the Atlantic County Woman September/October 2015 issue, Part 1 of 2.

We discussed Fraudinand Due Execution in the Today, we will(A) continue our (B) discussion with C.) Testamentary Atlantic County Woman 2018 issue, Part Capacity and D.) Undue September/October Influence.

Part 2 of 2

enjoyed a special or “confidential relationship” with the Testator, and there are “suspicious circumstances” surrounding the execution of the Will, the burden of Testator, “suspicious circumstances” surrounding the proof willand shift there to the are defender of the Will.

execution of the Will, the burden of proof will shift to the defender A “confidential relationship” can be found where there is some special trust of the Will.

1 of 2. Today, we will continue in our discussion with (C) between the Testator and a beneficiary the Will and where A “confidential relationship” canunder be found where therethe is nature some of C.) Testmentary Capacity Testamentary Capacity and (D) Undue Influence. that special relationship creates some type of reliance or dependency. At times, special between the Testatorhasand beneficiary Will The test for determining testamentary capacity is rather permissive. Indeed, a specialtrust or confidential relationship beena found to existunder betweenthe a Testator C.level Testamentary Capacity and nature that special relationship the of capacity needed to execute a Will is less than that required to enter and:where an adultthe child; otherof relative; a healthcare provider; a creates neighbor;some an attorney; The test forThe determining is rather into a contract. key questionstestamentary are whether thecapacity person who made the Will type reliance or dependency.

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The key questions child, other relative, a healthcare provider, a neighbor, an attorney nature and extent of the property subject of the Will; in other words, are whether the person who made the Will (called the “Testator”) or an Notably, while a component confidential relationship what assets the Testator had and planned to leave under his or her Will.

As accountant. to the “suspicious circumstances” of an undue influence Will understood: naturally exists between husband wife,Suspicious the presumption of have contest, the evidence on thisa issue can beand “slight.” circumstances The “natural objects of his or her bounty,” that is, who are the Testator’s been found where awill beneficiary of the Will engaged attorney to prepare the undue influence not generally arise even his when the Testator’s (1) The extent of the property the anything Will; in under other nextnature of kin and (whether or not he or she wantssubject to leaveofthem Testator’s Will and where a nursing home patient was removed from the facility children are disinherited. thewords, assets the to Testator hadthey andare). planned to leave under his Will, thewhat Testator needs know who by the beneficiary of a Will that was signed a few days later.

As to the “suspicious circumstances” component of an undue or her Will. influence Will contest, the evidence on thisbecause issue need more The“natural effect of objects the Will;ofthat would dispose If you believe that a Will should be challenged it wasbe notno executed (2) The histhe or Will her bounty,” that of is,property who arefollowing the death. “slight.” circumstances have number been found whereetc.) a or properly (i.e., itSuspicious was forged, didn’t have the correct of witnesses, Testator’s next of kin (whether or not he or she wants to leave them than because the deceased was not competent when he/she it or the beneficiary of the Will engaged his attorney to signed prepare thebecause Testator’s anything under the of Will, Testator The relation of each thesethe factors to theneeds other.to know who they are).

Will was the product of undue influence, you should hire a seasoned attorney, Will and where a nursing home patient was removed from the (3) The effect of the Will; that the Will would dispose of property who has significant experience in this area of law. Do not delay with your decifacility by the beneficiary of a Will that was signed a few days later. following death. sion to engage an experienced attorney because the law allows only a narrow Notably, the law presumes that all Testators are of sound and competent If you believe that a Will should be challenged because it was (4) The each of(assuming these factors towas theatother. window of time during which a caveat and/or a Will contest may be filed. mind whenrelation a Will isofexecuted he/she least 18 years of age and not executed properly (i.e., it was forged, didn’t have the correct has been declared a court to be legally incapacitated).

Tosound overcome not Notably, the lawbypresumes that all Testators are of andthe number of witnesses, or because deceased was Nancy Rice canetc.) answer yourthe questions andnot concerns! presumption of capacity, the contestant must prove lack of testamentary capaccompetent mind when a Will is executed (assuming he/she was competent when he/she signed it or because the Will was the ity at the time the Will was executed, by clear and convincing evidence. It is at least 18 yearsthat of age has nottobeen by a court to be important to know it is and not enough show declared that the Testator was addicted product of undue influence, you should hire a seasoned attorney legally incapacitated).

To overcome the presumption of capacity, the to drugs or alcohol; you must prove that the person was under the influence of who has significant experience in this area of law. Do not delay with a contestant substance at must the time of thelack execution of the Will. Nor is it sufficient to show prove of testamentary capacity at the time the your decision to engage an experienced attorney because the law that thewas Testator was forgetful at the so long as evidence.. he or she had some capacWill executed, by clear andtime, convincing allows only a narrow window of time during which a caveat and/or ity to manage his or her business affairs. a Will contest may be filed.

D. Undue Influence Undue influence has been defined as any type of exertion that D.) Undue Influence can prevent the Testator from following or her that free can will.prevent Mere Undue influence has been defined as any type his of exertion suggestions, or the some influence not the Testator frompersuasions following his/her freeexertion will. Thisofcan include physical,ismenNancy Rice, Esq., CELA can answer your questions tal, or moral Mere suggestions, persuasions the exertion of the some enough toexertion. invalidate a Will.

Ordinarily, the or challenger has and concerns. Call 609-398-3447. influence enoughundue to invalidate a Will. If, Ordinarily, thethe challenger has the burdenisofnot proving influence. however, Will benefits burden of proving undue influence. If, however, the Will benefits one who one who enjoyed a special or “confidential relationship” with the

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Why Go Tankless?

Hot water is an essential component of comfortable living in your home, especially during the cold winter months. This is why it is so important to have a reliable and effective hot water heater at your disposal. You know you have a hot water heater in your home, but unless you’ve run into issues, it’s unlikely you’ve put much thought into replacing it. Replacing your hot water heater is inevitable, however, and when the time comes it’s a good idea to consider a tankless water heater. Here are just a few of the benefits of going tankless.

Jen and Clay Pierce Clay’s Climate Control LLC is a family-owned and operated company located in Linwood, NJ. The company was founded by Clay and Jen Pierce in 2001 based on the principle that we could offer an excellent HVAC experience to our customers.

Our goal is simple; to provide a professional, stress-free experience for your HVAC repair, maintenance or installation.

water on an as-needed basis, which means that it isn’t constantly working to keep sitting water warm. As a result of this, tankless heaters use 30 to 50% less energy than units with tanks. These kinds of energy savings ensure that you’ll see roughly $100 off your water bill each year.

• Space Saving: Unlike a traditional bulky water heater that takes up space in a closet or basement, a tankless heater is compact and is usually mounted on a wall. This is key for those living in a smaller space, looking to maximize their square footage. A mounted heater frees up floor space for additional storage.

to be used, the warm water used in your home is actually cleaner and safer. With a tankless water heater, you avoid using water that has had the opportunity to accumulate rust and scale.

• Longer Life Expectancy: Tankless water heaters, when properly maintained, can easily last up to 20 years. This is 5 to 10 years longer than you can expect to have a more traditional water heater. While it may be more expensive to install a tankless heater initially, you will see your return on investment over time.

• Never Run Out of Hot Water: Nothing is worse than getting into a shower to find the water running cold within a few seconds. With a tankless water heater, you’ll never have to worry about running out of hot water. This is ideal for families with multiple bathrooms and those with hot tubs or whirlpools, and is truly one of the biggest benefits of having a tankless water heater.

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reformer) the resistance of springs to lengthen and strengthen your muscles, while moving the body as a whole.

Regardless of what class you choose, make sure to let your instructor know you’re a beginner. This way, they’ll be able to keep an eye on you throughout the class and offer modifications or form adjustments that ensure you are moving in proper posture.

2. You’ll feel your muscles burn during class, and you’ll probably be sore the next day.

While you may not be crushing high-intensity exercises like squat jumps or lifting heavy dumbbells, the mostly bodyweight routines that Pilates classes offer can be pretty intense. Take the signature Pilates Hundred, for example. A core-focused move that involves less than two inches of constant movement, it will make your abs burn.

Dedicating your entire focus to even the smallest movements means that you’ll work the muscles more efficiently and solidify good posture through movement. This means you can be dealing with muscle soreness after your workout. Don’t fret: Being sore the next day doesn’t mean you’re out of shape; it just means you’re challenging your muscles in new ways or working muscles you didn’t know you had.

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1. There are two different kinds of Pilates classes: mat classes and reformer classes.

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Considering the Fees of Cosmetic Plastic Surgery In addition, the geographical location should be factored into the cost. Higher fees are common in major cities such as New York, Atlanta, and Dallas, to name a few.

Facility Fees:

The facility where your procedure will be performed should be accredited and adhere to national standards of safety and sterility. By choosing an accredited facility, your surgeon can assure you that the support staff is trained and qualified, the operating room is clean and fully equipped, and there is adequate personnel and equipment to respond to any emergency situation.

Typically, the facility fee is based on the amount of time the surgeon will need in the operating room to perform your surgery.

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When considering cosmetic plastic surgery, there are many variables to consider: • Is the plastic surgeon board-certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery?

• Will the procedure be performed in an accredited facility?

• What are the risks associated with the surgery?

• What is the downtime needed after the procedure?

• What can I expect from my procedure?

• What are the costs associated with the surgery?

Since most cosmetic surgery is not covered by insurance, it is really important to consider all of the fees associated with the procedure in order to be financially prepared. The total cost of cosmetic surgery consists of 3 main components: professional fees, facility fees, and anesthesia fees.

Professional Fees:

Board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeons go through very competitive and expensive training. Certification specifically in plastic and reconstructive surgery indicates that a surgeon has completed extensive specialized training that not only shows superior knowledge and experience, but also speaks of commitment to excellence in the field. Remember, a ‘weekend seminar’ in liposuction doesn’t replace years of physician training! Because of the aforementioned, a board-certified surgeon will generally have a higher fee than a physician who is not boardcertified. A more experienced plastic surgeon may charge more than a less experienced one. However, an overinflated price does not guarantee quality, outcome, nor a necessarily better surgeon. In contrast, a lower fee does not indicate an inferior surgeon. In general, it is wise to stay away from a surgeon whose fees are “too good to be true” as well as the extremely high priced.

Consider the specific surgery or surgeries being performed. Every year the American Society of Plastic Surgeons compiles a statistics report of plastic surgeons’ fees for various cosmetic procedures that can be used as a guideline and is easily accessible online.

When undergoing any procedure, your safety and comfort is of utmost importance. Similar to the facility fee, the anesthesia fee is generally based on the length of your surgery.

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5 Tips for Sustained Financial Health in the New Year

By Meghan Malloy The new year marks a new chapter in life and is also a great time to look back and evaluate the previous year.

The new year is the perfect time to consider your financial health and make changes to protect or boost your finances going forward, as well.

Take a look at our five tips for sustained financial health in the new year below!

1. Budget for major life changes:

To create a personal budget is simple, but following through with it takes discipline. One factor that people often overlook is budgeting for major life changes such as special occasions (weddings, graduation, anniversaries), changes in medical situations (disability, health insurance, assisted living facilities for loved ones), or education (daycare, tuition). By expecting the unexpected and actually maintaining the budget you set, you will find yourself saving money where you didn’t previously think possible! By putting away just a small amount each week or month, your savings will grow and accumulate interest. You may be surprised how easy it is once you begin!

2. Haven’t thought about your retirement fund? Start now: Unfortunately, many Americans live paycheck-to-paycheck and are unable to save for retirement. However, it’s never too early to start contributing to your retirement fund, in whatever way you can. If you have a typical full-time job with benefits, chances are your company will match up to a certain percentage of what you contribute from your paycheck to your retirement fund. If you don’t have that option, it is still advisable to create your own savings account with the strict caveat that it is for retirement only! Too many people think retirement seems impossibly far away in the future, but the harsh reality is, the earlier you start saving, the more comfortable you’ll be in retirement. No one wants to be the eighty-year-old still working just to make ends meet—make sure you have the finances to sit back and kick your feet up when the time comes. Retirement should be a time of relaxation, not one of stressed over-working.

3. Recognize the difference between wants and needs: The fine line between something we want and something we need often gets blurred when making purchases. Some items (new cars, a speed boat, yet another pair of designer shoes) are clearly items that belong in the ‘Want’ column, and are not necessary. Likewise, it’s clear to see the bare minimum we require to survive (food, shelter, transportation) that fall under the ‘Need’ column. However, your budgetary line may waver when you see a new sweater that would just match perfectly with the pair of jeans you bought last month, especially if it’s on sale. It feels like you need the sweater to complete your pristine look, and you want to take advantage of the discounted price, but think twice before making the purchase.

Although it may seem like a small indulgence at the time, frequent unnecessary purchases like those will soon add up.

4. Set goals:

This may seem like a given, but many people find themselves wishing they had more money or hoping to save more without ever setting a goal. By setting a realistic, achievable goal and physically writing it down alongside a timeline to achieve that goal, you are able to visually see a mark for which to strive. Something vague such as, “Save more money” falls more along the lines of a wish or a hope. On the other hand, something specific, concrete, and with a coinciding timeline such as, “Add $1,000 to my Savings Account for the new house by the end of November” is much more helpful in terms of forcing your brain and your body to keep your goal. Once you set a goal in those terms, you will likely find yourself making great progress more quickly than if you only think about your financial health.

5. Invest your spare change: It seems as though the days where people collect pennies in a mason jar are far in the past. In today’s modern world, consider using the help of a mobile app on your smartphone or tablet to put your change to use! Acorns is an app that was launched in 2014 with the purpose of investing your change in an investment portfolio. Essentially, if you make a debit purchase of $5.75, Acorns automatically invests the remaining $0.25 (to make an even $6) in one of five portfolio options. If you wish to stick with your tried and true mason jar system, that’s always a good idea too—as long as you end up investing that spare change in the end!

Financial health may seem like a difficult goal to achieve, but if you take advantage of the new year and use some of these tips, you will start feeling like Warren Buffet in no time!

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The Sandwich Generaton There is a generation of individuals becoming more commonly identified as the Sandwich Generation. This generation of adults in their 40s and 50s are sandwiched between the obligation to care for an aging parent, who may be ill, unable to perform various tasks, or in need of financial support, and their children, who also require financial, physical and emotional support. In addition to their parents, this Sandwich Generation may have loving aunts and uncles who have never married and do not have children to care for them as they age. Many rely on a niece or nephew to help them as if they were their children.

According to a Pew Center Research Report released January 2013, nearly half (47%) of adults in their 40s and 50s have a parent age 65 or older, and are either raising a young child or supporting a grown child age 18 or older. Not only do many provide care and financial support to their parents and children, nearly 38% say both their grown children and their parents rely on them for emotional support.

As more Baby Boomers become members of the Sandwich Generation, the need to understand aging dynamics and family relationships increases dramatically. This situation is becoming progressively prevalent as more individuals live well into their 80s and 90s.

Complicating this situation even further is that families are dispersed across the country, with Baby Boomers and their grown children living at numerous locations and the Boomers’ aging parents living quite a distance elsewhere.

This alone presents a challenge – how do you make decisions from afar when you are not seeing this aged loved one as often as you would like? Just think

about the challenges involved. Your son or daughter has a job that requires their complete attention, and they have a child involved with sports activities with games played on Saturday. What to do? Take time from work, disappoint your child by not attending their big game, or disappoint your parent by not attending to their needs in person?

In order to plan effectively for aging parents (or that elderly aunt or uncle with no children), you must talk with them about their finances and their plans for the future if they are willing to do so. The problem I see firsthand in my profession is that the aging parent is reluctant to share their financial situation with their child or children. In order for the child to effectively help the parent, there must be a comfort level in sharing. Being secretive only compounds the situation. If there is not a comfort level in sharing, you should encourage this aged relative to seek advice from a professional experienced in providing elder solutions and services.

At the same time, you can’t neglect your own personal and emotional issues. How do you give equal time to your family and elderly loved ones?

How do you keep the peace when emotions and feelings are strained? When do you find time for yourself? It’s important that you obtain the assistance of professionals trained in this area so that you are adequately prepared to handle such challenges.

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inues The Tradition Of Giving Back To Our Community “Massimo has Autism. Are Legal Professionals 24 have been practicing as an You would think that you should be able to recover money for your pain and you surprised?” the doctor from

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When the gum ridge where are missing is too thin to place a dental implant, The RevitaliZeTMteeth (“all on four”) bone grafting can be performed to correct the problem. What that means is that a bone concept utilizes newestown implant replacement product, or eventhe the patient’s bone, can be placed into the deficient area, stabilized, and allowed to heal.

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When teeth are missing, the sinus that lies above the top jaw will expand downward ofridge tooth into the andextraction, cause bone loss and in the immediate gum ridge. This is a correctable problem as well, according to Dr.restoration Banks. “A Sub-Antral Augmentation commonly called a ‘Sinus Lift Procedure’ – can be with Sinus dental implant–bridges. performed, sometimes even at the time of implant placement. This procedure increases the amount of bone in the area wherewho we would like to wearing place a dental For patients are already full implant. Again, a bone replacement product or TM be used.” even the patient’sRevitaliZE own bone can dentures, treatment allows our

A common is thatwearing the boneaisremovable placed intofull the sinus. In reality, the sinus membrane patients misconception to transition from is actually liftedtouphaving (hencetheir to name “sinusdenture lift”) back to where it should be, and the bone graft material denture existing modified is placed the sinus gum ridge and the sinus contour together in one andunder connected to membrane, implants atrestoring the timethethe dental procedure. implants are placed in the jaws.

Dr. Banks incorporates Patients who are state-of-the-art going to have diagnostic all of theirprocedures, such as 3D cone beam CT scanning TM of theteeth face and jaws, to evaluate her patients for bone grafting procedures. “That way, I can accurately extracted are candidates for RevitaliZe diagnose the magnitude of thedentist bone loss in theanarea where we would like to place implants and the quality treatment, too. Their makes implant of the patient’s bone ridge in that area, and pre-plan the surgery to ensure the best possible outcome.” bridge before the teeth are extracted. Then, in one She also prepares and uses advanced biologic materials into grafting procedures such as L-PRF visit with Dr.Rich Banks, all the teeth extracted andoffice at the time of surgery.

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Divorce And Snowflakes… No Two Are The Same Written By Marla Marinucci, Esq.

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hen I meet with a potential client for the first time about a divorce, I am often faced with the same two questions: 1) What will the judge do? and 2) How much is this all going to cost? Understandably, clients are hoping for exact answers but in family law, every single case has a different set of facts and circumstances. No two cases are ever the same. While a skilled attorney will be able to assess your case and render an opinion as to a fair resolution of the matter, definitive answers are difficult, and sometimes impossible to render.

One of the first things I tell a potential client is that 99% of divorce cases in New Jersey settle, which means that there are very few divorce trials, and translates into very few cases going before and being decided by a judge. After alerting the client that the possibility of their divorce going to trial is less than one percent, I like to share with them an analogy that I find helps them understand just why there are so many shades of gray. That is, that divorces are much like snowflakes in that no two are ever the same. This last thought is so very important for divorcing couples that it bears repeating here: Divorces are like snowflakes; no two are ever the same.

When a potential divorce client says something like, “My friend just got divorced and her lawyer got her so much child support…” as graciously as I can, I immediately inform this potential client how every case is extremely fact-sensitive and how two cases that may appear quite similar on the surface can have completely different outcomes. I will then share with this person some words of wisdom that I always share with my clients and which go hand in hand with the snowflake analogy: Do not listen to advice from friends and family regarding your divorce.

While they undoubtedly have your best interests at heart, with very few exceptions, the “advice” being proffered often leads to unrealistic expectations. For example, if your friend tells you that they got everything in the divorce, or to the contrary, that they got nothing, chances are, that is not the case. Hypothetical: Your friend tells you that their lawyer is the greatest bulldog/barracuda/ goes-for-the-jugular lawyer of all time because your friend got

to keep the house in the divorce. Chances are, your friend failed to mention that in exchange for the house, they waived their interest in their ex-spouse’s pension, which was actually worth more than the house. In other words, it is a balancing act when it comes to dividing assets and liabilities. New Jersey is an equitable distribution state with an emphasis on the term “equitable.” For the most part, though not necessarily always, this means that marital assets will be divided fifty-fifty. So when your friend brags about keeping the house, keep in mind that the spouse on the other end of that divorce retained an asset, such as a pension, that was worth about the same as the house.

While no two divorces are ever the same, there are, of course, some glaring similarities that are present in every case, such as acrimony and hostility. An unfortunate similarity that is often found in cases involving custody disputes is the practice of one or both parents using the children as pawns in the divorce. Quite often it is in the form of either bribing the children with toys or candy in order to win their affection in an attempt to alienate the other parent. My final and most important words of wisdom for purposes of this article are: Do not use your children as pawns in your divorce.

While I am not a mental health expert, I have witnessed parents using their children as pawns time and time again, and the end result is always the same: mentally and emotionally distraught children. Your children are undoubtedly your most prized possessions, not pieces in a game of chess. High conflict between parents is one of the most harmful experiences a child can have. As the holiday season approaches once again this year, be mindful that your children should not be the ones getting caught in the middle of your personal battles with your former/soon-to-be ex-spouse or ex-partner. If there is no court order in place that specifies holiday time for each parent, you owe it to your child(ren) to co-parent and work something out with the other party and show your child that their parents are capable of getting along, the effects of which can be profoundly positive. I speak from a place of both professional and personal experience.

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Marla Marinucci Helps Couples Navigate through the Tangled Web of Divorce Although divorce is considered one of the most emotionally taxing events in a person’s life, finding the right attorney can make the process seem at bit less painful. Marla Marinucci is that attorney.

We’ve all heard stories of too much time and money being wasted on expensive drawn out divorce cases. Marla avoids that nightmare and is highly adept at compromise and comfortable with all areas of divorce proceedings.

ACW: What have been the most pivotal changes in the last five years in the area of Family Law? Marla: A highly pivotal change in my practice occurred on September 10, 2014, when former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie signed a bill that completely overhauled the alimony statute. The amendments to the statute had been a long time in the making and this was a landmark day for those of us who practice family law. Another major change in the area of Family Law (and an incredibly historic day for this country) occurred on June 26, 2015, when the United States Supreme Court decided that all states had to issue marriage licenses to same sex couples, thereby legalizing same sex marriages throughout the country.

Another big change in the past five years came about last August when the New Jersey Supreme Court decided what has become a very famous case name in my profession: Bisbing v. Bisbing. The highest court in this State modified the prior standard, set by the same court nearly 20 years ago, for a parent seeking to relocate outside of the state with the children. Previously, the standard was low and it was too easy for a custodial parent to move clear across the country with the parties’ children. The standard is now what’s called a “best interests” standard and requires a complete custody trial.

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ACW: How do you balance your busy career with your family life? What is the hardest part?

Marla: I am still looking for the answer on how to balance everything. I have two teenagers who attend Ocean City High School: my daughter is a freshman and my son is a sophomore and they keep me pretty busy between school and their activities. The hardest part is eating dinner before 9 pm most nights.

ACW: Have you noticed a change in the average age of your clientele?

Marla: There is no doubt that “gray” divorces are on the rise. While I have no official statistics to offer, there is a consensus amongst my colleagues and I that there is a definite uptick in elderly divorcing couples who have been married over 30, 40, and even 50 years. From a divorce lawyer’s perspective these cases are very sad as one party is invariably left completely alone.

ACW: In what ways has social media impacted your industry?

Marla: People nowadays have this uncontrollable urge, which often turns into an addiction, to post every mundane detail about their daily lives on social media. I used to tell my clients that Facebook makes and breaks cases all the time. These days, there are so many different outlets to post things, but the concept holds true. Don’t tell the Court that you were home all evening with your child when your Facebook page tells a completely different story. To respond to the question whether social media has impacted my industry: a resounding yes.

In it’s purest form, divorce is a legal process with the sole purpose of dissolving assets and resolving custody issues. But when you add kids and emotions into the mix, it becomes so much more. Choosing the right lawyer for your situation will be one of the most critical decisions you make.

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Compulsive Gambling—Wanna Bet?! flow activities in the brains of people with substance use disorder and those with compulsive gambling, it appears that the same brain circuits are altered in many ways. This compulsivity robs people of their lives, their families, their jobs, and themselves!

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Compulsive gambling is an addiction like many others. There’s tolerance, withdrawal and awareness that these are harmful behaviors, but I do them anyway.

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Yikes, I Have Diabetes! Now What?

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Written By Barbara Greenling, DNP, MSN, APN-C

First things first. Take a deep breath.

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Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease that affects individuals across the life span.

It involves the hormone insulin. Insulin is the key that converts the food you eat to the body’s energy. Diabetes is classified three ways: Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes. In Type 1 diabetes, your body does not make insulin due to beta cell destruction. In Type 2 diabetes, there is a progressive insulin defect. Your pancreas makes insulin, but your body is resistant to it. When your body does not recognize insulin, your blood sugar rises. Gestational diabetes occurs during pregnancy.

Elevated blood sugar during pregnancy can harm your unborn child.

Symptoms associated with diabetes include excessive thirst, excessive urination, and excessive eating. When your body lacks insulin, as in Type 1 diabetes, or is resistant to insulin, as in Type 2 diabetes, your body sends out signals. Excess thirst, known as polydipsia, is feeling thirsty even after drinking. Excess urination, known as polyuria, is passing more than five liters of urine a day. Excess eating, known as polyphagia, is in response to your cells craving energy. Other symptoms include fatigue, dizziness, blurred vision, and frequent yeast infections. Individuals may also complain of weight loss, nausea, and slow-healing wounds. Insulin is the key that allows food you eat to be converted to fuel needed for bodily functions. As you can see, insulin is vital for many of your body’s functions.

How do you know that the diagnosis of diabetes is real? Diabetes is diagnosed by measuring serum blood sugars. Blood sugars are flexible numbers with normal values of 69 to 99 mg/dL. Any elevation in this number is a signal that your body does not have enough insulin or does not utilize the insulin available. When your fasting blood sugar is greater than 126 mg/dL on two separate occasions, a diagnosis of diabetes is made. A 2-hour-after-eating (post-prandial) plasma glucose level greater than 200 mg/dL also confirms the diagnosis of diabetes. Finally, a random plasma glucose greater than or equal to 200 mg/dL also confirms the diagnosis of diabetes. All of these tests are simple blood tests that your healthcare clinician can order.

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The next step in your care will be an individualized treatment plan. Your treatment plan includes multiple steps. These steps include medications, physical activity, sensible eating, and self-monitoring. The key to success in your treatment is diabetes self-management education. With knowledge, you have the power to take control.

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prevention and control of diabetes. Based on the value of the A1C, the guidelines provide a clinical medication treatment plan. If your A1C is less than 7.5%, clinical practice guidelines recommend one drug therapy. If A1C is greater than 7.5%, recommendations are for two medications. If A1C is greater than 9.0%, recommendations are for adding insulin.

Individuals with diabetes also need to control their cholesterol levels and blood pressure. LDL-C, also known as bad cholesterol, needs to be less 70 mg/ dL. Medications to control cholesterol are statins. The goal for blood pressure is systolic pressure, the top number, less than 130 and diastolic, the bottom number, less than 80. Therapeutic lifestyle changes including weight loss, physical activity, and sensible eating remain the hallmarks for treatment of elevated cholesterol, high blood pressure, and elevated blood sugar.

Strategies for improving diabetes care are multifaceted. They include optimizing clinician and team behaviors, supporting individual behavior change, and changing the system of care. Diabetes care is patient-centered. A comprehensive diabetes treatment plan includes diabetes self-management education, nutrition, physical activity, smoking cessation, barriers to care, immunization, and management of comorbidities. Having diabetes is not the problem; having uncontrolled blood sugars is the problem.

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Compassion & Expertise Are Priorities For This Practitioner As a Primary Care Practitioner specializing in Diabetes and Endocrinology, Barbara Greenling, DNP, has a reputation for showing a level of compassion and care that is hard to come by in today’s world.

In fact, once you become her patient at Reliance Medical Group, you will be in the hands of a “care team” whose sole purpose is to focus on your medical needs and requests. She adds, “We are part of a national effort to improve healthcare across the country. It’s about highly personalized healthcare and remembering that basic healthcare is a right, rather than a privilege.” It is this philosophy that sets them apart and governs everything they do, and patients they see.

She says, “I take great pride in the level of care our office provides. We refer to it as a safe-haven office. When you are a patient at Reliance Medical Group, your care will be in the hands of a care team. This could consist of a physician, physician’s assistant, and a nurse practitioner. There will be managers to help organize your visits, medical needs, and requests.” Reliance Medical Group is part of a national effort to improve healthcare across the country and has transformed their practices into “Patient-Centered Medical Homes.” Among many other things, Reliance Medical Group has become known for their progressive, multispecialty medical practice, as well as their commitment to patients having the ability to access affordable managed medical care.

Just some of the services they offer are primary care services including pediatric, family medicine, and internal medicine. In fact their family and internal medicine team has been trained to provide complete medical care to the entire family. Other services offered are EKGs, cardiovascular risk assessment, and cancer screenings, among many others.

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With over 15 years of diverse experience working in the medical field, she earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice in 2013 and joined Reliance Medical Group the following year.

She now has her own practice in Egg Harbor Township. While her practice is primarily focused on family, veterans, and the transgender population, a large portion of her practice is also dedicated to metabolism issues and diabetes. Although extremely busy, Barbara still makes time for volunteering in her community. She adds, “I have worked with the Wounded Warrior project since 2009 and I also donate my time to the American Cancer Society and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.”

Born in Trenton, New Jersey has always been in Barbara’s blood. She eventually settled in Atlantic County in 2005 while working on her medical degree. Graduating with honors from Thomas Edison State College, she later attended the St. Francis School of Nursing. Most recently, she received her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Chatham University. Barbara holds many advanced certificates and licensures and is part of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and the American Nurses Association. Some of her certifications include Certified Emergency Nurse, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Cardiac Life Support, and Substance Awareness Coordinator.

While her passion for her career is strong, she also loves to spend time in her garden and with her family.

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uring this time of the year, travel plans are on many of our calendars during the next few months. The lion’s share of travelers will drive to destinations over 50 miles to celebrate and, too, many will opt to fly.

However, travelers, be aware: Airlines function as an ideal breeding ground for germs: unwanted viruses, bacteria, and other unmentionables. But not to fear.

Knowing the danger zones can help us battle these critters and avoid pitfalls.

Dr. Nina’s What You Need To Know About Keeping Clean During Airline Travel Why are germs an issue on airplanes?

Between the restricted space and scores of people flying in the same cabin for long periods of time, it’s not surprising that airplanes are an ubersuccessful breeding-zone for germs. Additionally, because air is recirculated throughout the cabin, there is decreased ventilation.

What do germs like?

In general, porous surfaces, such as leather and cloth, are especially inviting. Additionally, low humidity, as is often the case in an airplane cabin, can decrease our body’s infection-fighting capability. Normally, our airways remain moist, allowing the lining to trap germs so they cannot enter into our body. Dry air dries up mucus in our airways, and this permits germs to enter more easily.

What are areas of significant concern?

• Armrests: In addition to being porous, they boast plenty of passenger contact.

• Plastic tray tables: While they may be intended for eating our food,

they also double up as a great diaper-changing station and opportunity to stash chewed gum or discarded boogers. In addition, 60% of tray tables have been shown to test positive for MRSA, a deadly superbug. This is in comparison to only 11% of surfaces in New York subways.

• Seat pockets: One too many passengers use this area to discard their trash (fingernail clippings, dirty diapers). In fact, it has been likened to “reaching into someone’s purse and rummaging through their dirty tissues and gum wrappers.” Yikes!

• Blankets and pillows: Most airlines provide fresh, washed ones each morning. However, later in the day, it is likely they have been used…or drooled on.

• Seatbelts: Porous material that is not typically cleaned, and everyone must handle and wear.

• Bathrooms: Swoosh! Studies have shown that the powerful flush sprays germs everywhere. And when you consider that there is one toilet available for 50-75 people, it is no surprise that it can be a danger zone.

• Water: Drinking from the sink or tank may be problematic. Opt for bottled water.

What can we do to stay a little cleaner?

• Visit your doctor and get your flu shot. Holidays coincide with the flu season and that’s why the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a yearly flu vaccine for everyone six months of age and older as the most important step you can take to stay healthy. If you’re traveling abroad, find out what vaccinations you need and if any special health notices are posted on the CDC destination list.

• Do not travel while sick or immune-compromised (chemotherapy, bone marrow transplants, illness).

• In general, it is wise to avoid touching our mouths, nose, or eyes with our fingers. These body parts are lined with specialized “mucus membranes” that can serve as “portals of entry” into our body.

• Use disinfectant wipes to wipe down tray tables and bathroom surfaces.

Look for ones that are effective against MRSA. Because tray tables are in close contact with our food that we will be ingesting, dirty surfaces can provide a direct and fast track into our bodies.

• Spritz spray sanitizer onto seatbelts and armrests.

• Do not use seat pockets to store items such as water bottles, personal magazines, or smart phones. Instead, use your carry-on bag.

• Carry 60% alcohol hand sanitizer and apply prior to eating, after using the restroom, and intermittently.

• Do not walk barefoot inside the cabin.

• Staying hydrated keeps our airways moist, allowing germs to get caught in mucus and prevent them from entering into our bodies.

• Nasal sprays hydrate our nostrils in an otherwise dry environment. When mucus membranes are moist, they can trap bacteria.

• Bring our own blankets.

• Wipe down luggage.

Identifying pitfalls and danger zones can facilitate proper preparation and precautions that can help us combat germs and illness. There is plenty we can do to avoid airline germs and stay healthy during this season.

Nina Radcliff, M.D., is a practicing physician; a Board Certified Anesthesiologist and member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists where she serves on committees for young physicians and communications.

Often called upon by media to speak to medical health topics impacting our lives today, Dr. Nina is passionate about sharing truths for healthy, balanced living as well as wide preventative measures.

This article is for general information only and should not be used for the diagnosis or treatment of medical conditions and cannot substitute for the advice from your medical professional. Dr. Nina has used all reasonable care in compiling the current information but it may not apply to you and your symptoms. Always consult a doctor or other health care professional for diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.

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Animals come in many different sizes. A hamster will only require a tiny amount or visit of medication whereas a horse will require a very large amount of medication. We can make medications for animals as small as a mouse or as large as an elephant.

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Camille Shafer, Medical Aesthetician, Sood Center for Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery

Camille Shafer is the newest addition to the expanding Sood Center of Linwood, NJ. Camille has been in the medical aesthetic field for over 9 years, earning her Skincare Therapist license in May of 2009 and continuing her education in the rapidly growing world of aesthetics ever since. Camille focuses on staying current with the latest technologies and performing the most beneficial services for each client on an individualized basis to put their best face forward. She believes in the importance of skincare for overall quality of life and confidence. “With consistency of the right skincare program and use of minimally invasive procedures, clients can stop and begin reversing the aging process,” she says.

Recently, she has completed training at The Beau Institute in pursuit of permanent cosmetics and microblading.

She plans on offering these services at Sood Center in the near future.

Camille and her husband, Jessy, were married this year in Savannah, GA and they now reside in Mays Landing, NJ. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time with her friends, family, and pets, and traveling. To book a comprehensive skincare consultation with Camille, call 609-904-5390 or visit soodcenter.com for more information.

Andrea Marie Garcia, M.D., Owner, Study Smarter Professional Tutoring, LLC Andrea is a retired pulmonary critical care doctor from Thomas Jefferson University Hospital who is a professor at Stockton University and owner of Study Smarter Professional Tutoring, LLC. She currently resides in Richland, NJ. Andrea is the eldest of five children and was born and raised in Vineland, NJ. She graduated from Delsea Regional High School, where she enjoyed marching band, student government, and playing tennis. She excelled in academics, graduating magna cum laude with a B.S. in Biology from University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, and she earned her M.D. at New Jersey Medical School in Newark, NJ. Throughout her schooling, Andi loved working as a tutor and substitute teacher. She also volunteered for the American Red Cross.

After having her daughter, she left medicine to devote time to her family.

Andrea then pursued her passion— tutoring and academic mentoring.

When she’s not teaching students, Andrea enjoys cooking, baking, and spending time with her family. Almost every Sunday she can be found amongst the group at her father’s dinner table, laughing and listening to him share stories of their Cuban-American family.

For more information call (609) 579-1835 or email her at studysmarter@gmx.com.

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Rose Marie Beauchemin-Verzella,

Founder & Permanent Makeup Practitioner, Beau Institute

Rose Marie Beauchemin-Verzella is an internationally acclaimed permanent makeup practitioner and founder of the Beau Institute of Permanent Cosmetics in Mount Laurel, NJ. She has over 27 years of experience as a business owner and as an industry-leading practitioner and trainer.

Beauchemin founded the Beau Institute in 1990, and her talents and business acumen have allowed it to grow into one of the top permanent makeup institutes in the world. As a practitioner, she specializes in areola tattooing, microblading, and scar camouflage, and she has extensive training in facial morphology, paramedical cosmetics, and color theory.

Her success in the industry led her to be appointed President of the American Academy of Micropigmentation in 2016.

In addition to her work as a practitioner, Beauchemin is a renowned permanent makeup instructor.

Beauchemin is also an active philanthropist. She is a supporter of the TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), which provides valuable information and assistance to those struggling with trichotillomania. Beauchemin has performed countless procedures on clients who struggle with trichotillomania, as well as alopecia.

For more information, call 856-727-1411 or visit www.beauinstitute.com.

Mary Gonzalez, Assistant Trust Officer, Garden State Trust Company Mary Gonzalez moved to New Jersey with her husband and triplet daughters in 2002 to be closer to her family. Mary began her career with Garden State Trust Company in 2010 as an Administrative Assistant and she was recently promoted to Assistant Trust Officer.

Having a daughter on the autistic spectrum, Mary understands deeply the challenges faced by the families of our special needs clients. She works hard to make sure they receive the resources and assistance they need and deserve. Mary takes pride in working directly with our clients and enjoys building and maintaining a trusting relationship with an understanding of each individual’s specific goals and needs.

Mary will begin working towards her Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CTFA), a professional designation offered by the American Bankers Association, which provides training and knowledge in taxes, investments, financial planning, trusts and estates.

Mary can be reached at 732-255-5000 or through email mgonzalez@gstrustco.com.

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Women Of Atlantic County Kaitlyn Herbert, Dental Hygienist, Federici Dental

Kaitlyn Herbert is a dental hygienist at Federici Dental in Manahawkin, NJ, where she has been practicing for the past five years. She is responsible for preventing and treating oral diseases, and educating patients on how to properly care for their mouth and body. Katie feels it is important for her patients to understand their oral health and its connection systemically so that they can reach and maintain a healthy lifestyle. “A cleaning is so much more than a teeth scraping!” she says. “Hygienists are here to treat the body as a whole, starting with the bacteria that colonizes the mouth.” Katie loves the connection and friendships she makes daily with her patients, and strives to always put her patients first.

Katie is a lifelong resident of Tuckerton, NJ, where she is actively involved with her church.

She enjoys spending free time with her friends and family, travels whenever she can, and loves the water and outdoors.

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Samantha Kelly, Integrative Community Pharmacist, Local Business Owner, Hot or Not Yoga

Samantha (“Sam”) Kelly is an integrative community pharmacist, local business owner, and Mom of four amazing young adults. Shortly after earning her pharmacy degree from Philadelphia College of Pharmacy-University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, PA, Sam purchased Kapler’s Pharmacy in Beach Haven on LBI (her hometown), which she still owns and manages today. In addition, Sam increased her pharmaceutical services in her local community with the opening and recent expansion of Medicine Solutions in Manahawkin. Notwithstanding her expertise and presence as an independent pharmacist, Sam further promotes and supports overall well-being with her ownership and management of Hot or Not Yoga studio, also located in Manahawkin. As a small business owner in Ocean County, Sam is most proud and honored to work with the committed and compassionate co-workers at her three locations, where she strives to provide a comfortable blend of professionalism, individual attention, and a relaxed, enjoyable environment.

In addition to her pharmacy degree, Sam received her Diabetes Educator Certification from Rutgers University, a Clinical Homeopathic Certificate from Ronald Boyer and Boiron’s Education Department, and she has her certificate for pharmacy genetics education with RxRight. Further, she is completing her Master’s in Health Sciences and Integrative Medicine through the George Washington School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Sam is a member of American Academy of AntiAging Medicine and National Community Pharmacy Association, and a luminary for Clinical Pharmacy Enhanced Services Network, NJ Division. She is also an avid participant in United States Tennis Association events.

Sam can be found at any of the aforementioned locations, on the tennis court, or with her toes in the sand in Beach Haven, NJ. For more information, email samkelly123@hotmail.com.

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Rebecca Guercioni, Receptionist, Go Feet

Jessica Mendez is the full-time front desk receptionist for Dr. Stuart Honick at his practice that serves both the Hammonton and Mays Landing areas. Jessica was born in Mexico and raised in Hammonton since the age of ten, where she graduated from Hammonton High School in 2012. She has experience in both the medical and financial fields and volunteers as a catechism educator for the St Mary of Mt Carmel Parish as well. The oldest of five children, she enjoys spending time with her family the most.

Jessica first came on to the practice as a patient. When the opportunity arose, she was first employed as a medical assistant and has now transitioned to the front desk. She enjoys working for such a qualified medical professional in a practice that caters to a diversity of patient foot care needs. Jessica enjoys learning of the advancements in the podiatric medical and surgical fields as Dr. Honick employs many innovative treatment options in his practice. With a bright smile on her face, Jessica is always eager to assist any patient needs from check-in to check-out.

For more information, call 609-738-0012 or visit www.GoFeet.com.

Seagrass Boutique Rebecca Guercioni was born and raised in Kingston, Pennsylvania. She has always had a passion for helping others, and a very keen eye for organization. This passion led her to become a Nanny for the last 24 years. Throughout her career she has helped numerous families, caring for their most precious possessions and helping their houses become loving caring homes. Nine years ago, Rebecca decided to relocate to Atlantic County, where she continued to be a Nanny.

In recent years with a desire to do more, meet new people and expand her horizons, she happened to shop one day at Seagrass Boutique for her engagement dress. Upon meeting the owner, Kevin Heck, she knew where her new passion lied; helping women feel beautiful. Kevin’s eye for fashion and his ability to create a special and comfortable shopping experience is unparalleled. “I feel truly proud and grateful for the opportunity to work with this wonderful team.”

Rebecca currently resides in Galloway with her Husband Keith, her Stepson Dylan, and their three adorable fur babies, Chase, Newman, and Ellie. In her spare time Rebecca loves going out to dinner, heading out on the weekends to let loose, and spending time with friends and family.

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The Power of Visualization Now the Practice of Yoga Begins…Are You Ready?

Written by Laurie Greene, PhD, ERYT, Owner

“Every little bridge gesture ofwhich the hand, every Mudra “Breath is the connects lifehas to a deep The first sentence of the bible of classical yoga is this. Atha, which often meaning – the entire philosophy of life is contained in opens important Sanskrit texts, means “now” and has the connotation ofconsciousness, which unites your body to your these gestures. They convey a whole history of God’s auspicious beginnings…like saying “behold!”: it acts at once as an imperative— thoughts.”~Thích Nhat Hanh “wake up,” we are beginning—and as a “blessing” for those who are ready to self-manifestation in the universe.”

Atha Yoganushasanam (yoga sutras 1.1) “Now the practice of yoga begins”

begin. It insinuates that we are finally ready to get real, and “to discover the – Paramahamsa Omkarananda Saraswati essence of our existence in the core of our own heart and at the center of our being” (Freeman). It signals our ability to be in the present moment (“now!”).

Anushasanam refers to a systematic, scientific teaching; a teaching which is only Mudras play a very important role in Taoist alchemy, Buddhist meditation, offered toby a qualified who isERYT500 ready to fully commit. impact on the practitioner simply through this shift Written Lauriestudent—one Greene, PhD, yoga, and Indian classical dance and theater. The word mudra stems from in focus.

Owner,Yoga Yoga Nine, Ship Bottom, & different is a very varied practice.

ThereLBI are many styles, diverse the Sanskrit root mud, which means “bliss.” This hints at the power of Yoga teachers are apt to speak in obtuse language. practices, and distinct lineages, but there is also an underlying web of similarity Ventnor these beautiful gestures to evoke deep feeling in the observer and joy in the Some say for “send your breath into your that joins these different approaches. An Indian folktale tells of amight man who is example, practitioner. The word mudra also denotes “seal” in yoga and is employed to hip.”there This is is,no of water, course, “impossible.” From a Tantric a well.

He begins digging five of feet and when digging Much has been said by about thedown power explain the process of sealing and strengthening the body’s vital energies. In perspective, breath is ALWAYS doing the same thing, he is discouraged his hard work, and he climbs positive thinking.byWhether one believes thatout of the hole, moves a few classical Indian dance, mudras are used to express the vast array of human whether you are observing it or not. It is always going yards away and begins digging again, only to be met by disappointment again emotion and experience; to communicate deep feelings and tell intricate stories. one can change their destiny simply by “your hip.”

What is impactful is the CONTROL and again.

Thisso goes andone’s on, and he never finds water, into but labors endlessly.

In the yoga tradition mudras are used for spiritual concentration, healing, willing it to be oron not, perspective of one’s breath (pranayama) and attention in breathing, Most traditions of yoga inspire us to engage in deep self-exploration.

They ask removing obstacles, and other subtle energetic practices. does, at least, alter one’s experience. ondo the SENSATIONS in “the hip.” us to stick with it, work hard, and dig deeper and deeper. while What focusing we tend to This is demonstrated in traditional hatha Please come and join us at Yoga Nine for a deeper exploration of the “now.”

It creates a greaterWe sense of embodiment through in our lives is leave a practice (any practice) just as it becomes challenging.

We will always offer challenging, guided practice to every student as we dig yoga practice through the technique of breath.

This is the essence of Tantric practice, not the jump from regimen to regimen, diet to diet, relationship to relationship, career deeper into experience.

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One of the five pillars of Tantrica, performance of postures; to career. In yoga we are asked to stick to it, so that through the body and breath living more fully in one’s body. visualization could beand focused on a selfAll in in all,relation visualization we can investigate deep subtle feelings, responses, and reflexes to is a method of breath realized teacher (guru), on an avatar of the meditation.

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The Atlantic County Woman Who Changed the World 70

Written by Matt Reeves

Pets

“Unconditional Love”

farm. There is always a crowd of animals around her.

As a little girl, Laurie Zaleski was Somehow they all know she saved them and gave them influenced by her mother, who loved hope and happiness. Few things in life surpass the love animals, especially animals in need. and appreciation from an rescued animal.

One of the best places in theworked worldfor to animal learn the meaning Anne control and of The Atlantic County Woman is a home to the animals literally magazine “unconditional love” isgave the aFunny Farm Rescuethat & Sanctuary in about extraordinary women had no hope. She couldn’t help herself, Mays Landing, NJ. living in our community. Laurie Zaleski is and continually sacrificed all that she just that.

If you’ve ever had a pet, you could have a pretty good idea how much they love you and get After a long day at her full-time job that to help.

excited when you come home and how sadtime, theyAnne are when Those are the luckyshe ones. works outside of the Farm, before she At the may you haveleave. felt she was changing Not all animals are so lucky to have someone love them. even changes, you will see Laurie on the the world for that one animal, that one life, but she The animals at the Funny Farm Rescue are the exceptions. They have thousands floor rolling around, giving each had no saving that one of people each year who come to visit andidea givehow them the love theylife need. Most animals of her children kisses in her high would change the world.

She saved come to the farm from very difficult situations. Many were disabled, abused, injured, or heels! They missed her so much manymake lives over the years; for hundreds unwanted. Some people simply didn’t arrangements their pets after they were gone and the animals had nowhere to hundreds, go. How scary that must but not as much as she missed and in fact.

What shebe for these sweet animals that gave their owners so much them! didn’tlove. know is that her love of animals One example is a nameless little black and white baby goat with a broken leg. At less To top it off, Laurie shares her amazing world with all of us! The Funny would be so contagious, especially by her Pets 70 than a month old, he was injured and was in a lot of pain. His future was dark. Through a Farm does not receive any kind of state or federal funding. Laurie recruited daughter Laurie, who’d watch her mother’s series of miracles, Laurie Zaleski, the Founder of the Funny Farm Rescue, found out about her family and over 100 volunteers to help. She never thought people would wantedhim. to be this little goat’s situation and every didn’tmove wastecarefully. any timeShe rescuing come to visit or volunteer. It is a private charity. Since Laurie grew up poor, just like her mother. custom splint stabilize his leg because he couldn’t stand on it at all. He One of theWe bestmade places inathe world to learn the to meaning of she always wanted the Funny Farm Rescue to be free &toSanctuary Laurie and felt passion! needed food brought his mouth he real lay in a new warm bed made just for “unconditional love”and is the water Funny Farm Rescue in sawwhile Mays Landing, NJ. the so anyone could come. People can donate, but It was no mistake that partaof1-year-old her mother’s heart became her took him under his wing him.

Farley Farm Manager, Australian Shepard, If you’ve ever hadhim a pet,learned youahave a pretty good idea how much attention. they love you and get and gave lot of love and it’s not a requirement. own.

Laurie compassion and dedication, but mostly she learned excited when you come home and how sad they are when you leave. Those are the lucky ones.

Not all animals are so lucky to havegoat someonewas love them.

The little black and whitefeed andanimals lookedbefore so much like a cow that he earned the We hope you come and bring your friends determination.

She watched her mother she fed The animals at the Funny Farm Rescue are the exceptions. They have thousands “Cowboy.”

Over days, and visits to many veterinarians, Zaleski took of name people each year who come to visit and give themthe the lovenext they need.few Most animals and family to a place we call the “Funny herself. come the farm from very difficult situations. Many were disabled, abused, injured, or totohim to the University offor Pennsylvania, where they had the best equipment. Several unwanted.

Some people simply didn’t make arrangements their pets after they were Farm”! It’s a unique place where most animals andLaurie always told herthatmother that when she grew up, she was going gone the animals had nowhere to go.

How scary must be for these sweet animals thousands of dollars were spent trying to save his leg from possible nerve damage and that gave their owners so much love. to buy her mom “real farm” roam free!

One example is a nameless littlea black and white baby goat of with her a brokenown, leg. At lessnot just a place to rent. amputation. than a month old, he was injured and was in a lot of pain. His future was dark. Through a of miracles, Laurie never lost focus.

She went to college and worked hard.

As a series Laurie Zaleski, the Founder of the Funny Farm Rescue, found out about He lived in the house so he could be cared for properly and received much We are open every Sunday this little goat’s situation and didn’t waste any time rescuing him. young purchase the that become We made aadult, custom splintLaurie to stabilizeother hisdid leg because he couldn’t stand on it15 atpeople. all. acres He socialization with animals and Andwould because of thisthe interaction, he has no idea he’s a and goat, Tuesday 8am-4pm. Most needed food and water brought to his mouth while he lay in a new warm bed made just for heFarleythinks he’s aFarm a1-year-old dog!Rescue official Funny & took Sanctuary. him. the Farm Manager, Australian Shepard, him under his wingSadly, Anne passed away just and gave him a lot of love and attention. likely, Seven months later, not has hasthat captured thethe hearts of people all over you will little goat prior was black and and looked so like aonly cow that he earnedCowboy’s the 2 The weeks towhite closing onmuch the farm due to cancer.leg Youhealed, might he think is where name “Cowboy.” Over the next few days, and visits to many veterinarians, Zaleski took the globe!!

He makes everyone laugh and gets into everything!

He is now known as the “Donations never forget your trip tostory him to the ends, University ofbut Pennsylvania, where theythe had the best equipment. Several it’s only beginning. thousands of dollars were spent trying to save his leg from possible nerve damage and When visitors come andand donate food for the animals, they barely have time to get out of amputation.

Inspector.”

There are just too many miracles influences day after day for the past 18 years to the Funny Farm He lived cars in the house so he could be careddiscover for properly and received much their when they Cowboy is already inside their car! socialization with other animalsbe and explained people. And because in of thisone interaction, he hasspecial no idea he’s a way…Anne! goat, that can only very he thinks he’s He a dog! has a wonderful, lovable, sweet personality and will stop at nothing to make you Rescue, place where laugh andahas Seven months later, nother only hasdaughter, Cowboy’s leg healed, he has captured the hearts a of people all overand clearly spends her days watching globe!!

Through Anne created thean He makes everyone laugh and gets into He isEveryone now known as the “Donations unlimited supply ofeverything! kisses! isworld his friend!

Somehow he knows what was doneafor him and he single woman literally Inspector.” When visitors come and donate food for the animals, they barely have time to get out of over the Funny Farm.

Without Anne, it would not be as magical, as hopeful, as appreciates his life now. their cars when they discover Cowboy is already inside their car!

He has a wonderful, lovable, sweet personality and will stop at nothing to make you laugh and has changed thecomes world! andis hisasfriend! full of endless determination!

Theof unconditional love comes from an animal is astounding, but the unconditional love that from an animal that ancompassionate, unlimited supply kisses! Everyone Somehow hethat knows what was done for him and he appreciates his life now. once in isan animal nothing short ofgives miraculous!

Nearly these animals the Funny Farm Rescue & Sanctuary are waiting was Zaleski a woman who up! apple notoffall far from the at tree.

The Laurie unconditional love distress that comesis fromnot is astounding, but the unconditional love that The comes from an animaldid that400 was once in distress is nothing short of miraculous! Nearly 400 of these animals at the Funny Farm Rescue & Sanctuary are waiting to meet you and your family!!

Coming to the Farm easywatch but leaving your new the furry friends is very difficult. animals arefriends Laurie’s kids.isJust her walk around toThe meet you550+ and your family!!

Coming toat the the Farm is Funny easy but leavingFarm your new furry is very difficult.

All life isAll precious.

If there is precious. something we can doIf as humans to preserve and protect it, in nearly all cases, life is there is something we can do as humans to preserve and protect it, in nearly all cases, the unconditional love you receive in return is something you will simply never forget. the unconditional love you receive in return is something you will simply never forget.

The Funny Farm Rescue is open Sundays and Tuesdays from 8am-4pm at 6908 Railroad Blvd., Mays Landing, NJ 08330.

There is no admission as we operate entirely by donations and we don’t have any paid positions. Come see us! www.funnyfarmrescue.org For information on scheduling your next event, please contact Robin at: funnyfarmrobin@gmail.com

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November Is a Great Time to Help a Senior Pet in Need!

Written by Meghan Malloy

Did you know that November is Adopt A Senior Pet Month?

The sad truth is, while many people have recently hopped aboard the

“Adopt Don’t Shop” bandwagon, those adopting pets from shelters all too often pass by the senior pets. Typically, when families with small children enter a shelter looking to adopt a cat or dog, the children are immediately drawn to the undeniably adorable faces of kittens, puppies, and other younger animals. The young animals’ vibrant energy and miniature size captivate those looking to adopt.

It’s not just children who are drawn to young pets at shelters, though. On average, according to aspcapro.com, the adoption rate for senior dogs— dogs seven years or older—was only 25 percent in their research sample, compared to the 60 percent adoption rate of all other dogs in the sample.

There’s just is no disputing it: senior pets need just as much, if not more, of our love than younger pets. Being a senior pet in a shelter means they are likely to have been adopted and returned, a heartbreaking fact in itself. Being a senior pet also means that those pets have likely been in countless homes and passed around from family to family and shelter to shelter for countless years. Senior pets are also far more likely to be euthanized in shelters, given their age, regardless of their health.

According to thedodo.com, “Seniors make up the bulk of the 1.2 million dogs put down at shelters every year in the U.S.” Senior cats and dogs may not be the most energetic or even the most adorable pets at the shelters, but they are the pets that need your help more than any others. They have so much love to give, if only we could give them the opportunity by adopting them!

We know what you’re thinking—why would I adopt an older pet who will just pass away in a few months? The benefits to owning a pet are endless. Additionally, the fulfillment you will get from providing love

and care to a senior pet that would otherwise never have known love and protection is second to no other feeling. Having a pet often provides owners with responsibility they may be searching for, as well as providing companionship and unconditional love from another being. Senior pets are bound to be even more grateful to their adopters, knowing that they have finally found their “forever homes” after long stretches in shelters and adoption centers.

If you are unable to adopt a senior pet, don’t worry. There are so many other ways you can help! Adoption shelters are always looking for volunteers and donations. Perhaps you can spend a Saturday afternoon cuddling up with an older dog or cat that hasn’t been seen by any of the visitors. There are also organizations such as The Grey Muzzle Organization, out of North Carolina, that are founded solely to improve the lives of at-risk senior dogs.

The Penny Lane Dog Adoption and Senior Sanctuary, based out of Bridgewater, New Jersey, is just one example of a local organization protecting senior dogs. Donations to both organizations are always welcome!

Take advantage of Adopt A Senior Pet Month this November, and you could be the change a senior pet desperately needs. Whether by donating, volunteering, fostering, or adopting, whatever contribution you can make will be sure to bring hope and light into the lives of senior pets everywhere.

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The Katz JCC Early Childhood Education Center The Katz JCC Early Childhood Education Center offers a nurturing environment for children to learn, develop friendships and engage in a unique high-quality educational setting. Our preschool and early childhood programs include a curriculum that not only delivers results but offers an enhanced education including swim classes in our indoor pool, planned activities in our full-size gym and expansive outdoor recreation facility, computer classes, hands-on science classes in our interactive nature and science room, weekly trips to the Margate beach during the summer for 3- and 4-year-olds and field trips for 4-year-olds throughout the year.

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Crossroad for Angels: Helping Survivors Overcome Their Past Eve Cortes, founder of Crossroad for Angels, strives to educate, help and inform survivors of sexual abuse and incest.

Her Story When I walked into my new apartment for the first time and saw the surreal view from the window, it took my breath away. I walked out to the deck and looked out towards the ocean and watched the waves flow back and forth. I was drawn to the ocean, the sound of the waves and the seagulls as they glided by. It brought me back.

Back to a place I had spent years trying to forget.

As a child I had always lived by the ocean; the sounds and smells of the shore always brought me back to the abuse. I knew my brother loved me, but was this love? It started off with small things like an innocent game of playing house. I was the mom and he was the dad. “This is what mommies and daddies do,” he’d say, demonstrating with my Barbies how they should kiss and touch. Eventually the toys went away and our game of house turned into him on top of me, touching me in the living room, not uttering a word. The silence was deafening. I knew this was wrong, but he was loving me.

This was love. Someone loved me.

One morning I went downstairs and saw my brother in the living room, where that awful green velvet couch

was, that couch. I told him I wanted a new teddy bear.

He told me that he probably couldn’t get me one on that particular day. That’s when I made my threat. If he didn’t get me the bear, I would reveal our secret to the world.

He promised me he’d try. The next night, after I had fallen asleep, I woke up to screams. It was my mother crying and screaming for her son. The neighbor was over and had seen me come down the steps. She took me to her place and sat me down to tell me that my brother had killed himself.

For years I blamed myself, but I have finally come to terms with the fact that this was all out of my control.

One day I was watching my daughter, who, at the time, was four years old, and it hit me. I was her age when it started, and seeing how innocent and vulnerable she was helped me realize I was not at fault. I couldn’t have been, because I was once her. A million mistakes later and years of therapy have helped me heal. I still have eons of healing to do, but I am a great work in progress.

I love my new apartment now. I embrace the past and have learned I cannot change it. Whenever I look out into the ocean and can see where the sky and water meet, I know there is something greater out there guiding me. What I experienced with my brother was not love, it was abuse. I know that now and the ocean no longer reminds me of the pain. It brings me hope. I have finally realized that the only way to forget was to remember...

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Women’s History Susan Burton “A New Civil Rights Leader”

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! As the holiday season begins to draw near, most people reflect upon life’s gifts with a sense of gratitude Keeplerspeakers.com. for all that they have accomplished or perhaps appreciate a new relationship they have formed over the past year.

Due to our busy life’s schedules, it is rare that we take into consideration the life of an individual who may be less fortunate and who may have circumstances that may have led them down a path of bad choices and perhaps maybe even incarceration.

Such was the case for Susan Burton. Born in East Los Angeles, California, Susan Burton grew up with a compromised home environment as well as a neighborhood with violence and a high crime rate. Being a mother of two children—a daughter, 15, and a son, age five—made life difficult to “make ends meet.” Susan’s life changed dramatically when her five-year-old son was killed as a result of being struck by a motor vehicle after he ran into the street. The grief that Susan experienced was indescribable and she began self-medicating with the help of alcohol and substance use. As a result, her behaviors led to negative consequences and Susan found herself not only addicted but also facing legal troubles. It is reported that Susan would spend approximately 20 years in and out of jail and prison. Susan became estranged from her daughter, and on the day of her discharge from incarceration in 1997, Susan had nothing and hit rock bottom. Susan was unable to obtain food stamps, cash assistance, or even find employment as a result of felony charges on her record.

Do not fret, the story gets better! Susan was able to find employment as a caretaker and experienced another hurdle as she was unable to obtain a license to become a home health aide. Susan began contemplating the gaps in Etown.org. services not only for herself but to other females who have a history of incarceration and legal involvement.

Susan wanted to find a way to help other women with similar circumstances. One year after Susan’s discharge from jail, remaining clean and sober, Susan began going back into the streets to provide support to other females to “break the cycle of incarceration.” After a few years, Susan founded a non-profit organization entitled A New Way of Life Re-Entry Project (ANWOL). The model was to first provide shelter. Other services include case management, employment, and pro bono legal services. ANWOL is reported to have provided services to over 1,000 women, and recidivism and sobriety data reflect that approximately 75% have remained sober and out of jail and/or prison (Encore.org). The program has also evolved to include support with parent-child unification. Susan’s program will pick up women as they are being discharged from jail and link them to one of her residential homes.

Susan currently has five transitional residences located in the heart of Los Angeles, California.

Susan is an unstoppable force. She is the co-founder of All of Us or None of Us (AOUON) and the Formerly Incarcerated Convicted People’s Movement

(FICPM) organizations. These are recognized as “grassroots civil rights movements which are comprised of formerly incarcerated individuals, their families, and community allies.” Another major accomplishment that Susan added to her repertoire was that in collaboration with UCLA’s Critical Race Studies Program, she launched the “Employment Rights Re-Entry Legal Clinic,” which provides free legal services to her ladies.

Susan has been recognized for her advocacy and her programs. She is considered a leader in the criminal justice reform movement. Some http://www.anewwayoflife.org/what-we-do. of Susan’s awards include being named one of CNN’s Top Ten Heroes in 2010; Citizen Activist Award from the Harvard Kennedy School of Government, and the Los Angeles Times named Susan as one of eighteen “New Civil Rights Leaders” in the nation. In 2017, Susan released a memoir entitled Becoming Ms. Burton: From Prison to Recovery to Leading the Fight for Incarcerated Women.

Susan’s home base and programming is in California, which is not something that locally we have access to read about in our daily news. Susan is a trailblazer for justice. Susan has completely transformed her life experience to a life’s calling to empower and improve the quality of life for women who are part of an at-risk population. It is important to note that research reflects that Susan has also reunited with her daughter.

Susan was recognized in 2018 by the National Women’s History Project as an honoree for the NWHP theme “Nevertheless She Persisted: Honoring Women Who Fight All Forms of Discrimination Against Women.” Susan’s story is historical and she has never stopped fighting to strive for a better life not only for herself but for others. May we all be persistent to help those who are in need of a little help from a friend!

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Rita King, LCSW is the Associate Director of Justice Involved Services at Jewish Family Service. In this role, Rita currently supervises a Re-Entry program for incarcerated individuals as well as a community based diversion program for consumers experiencing mental illness and involvement with the criminal justice system.

Rita is a “De-escalation for Individuals with Special Needs” training facilitator and has trained approximately 1,200 law enforcement professionals to date. Rita is also a CIT trained mental health professional. Rita has a strong passion for women’s history and in her free time she continues to raise awareness of the importance of women’s history through lectures and community speaking engagements.

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Historic Dennisville Christmas House Tour Saturday, December 15, 2018 • 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Sponsored by the Dennisville Historic Home Owners Association, Inc., [501 (c)(3)]

The 29th Historic Dennisville Christmas House Tour is our premier fund raising event. On the 3rd Saturday of December a minimum of 8 beautifully decorated 18th and 19th century historic homes, as well as several public buildings and 2 churches, are open to the public. Please think about starting your holiday season with a festive glimpse of history in Dennisville at Christmas time!

Tickets are $15.00 and will be sold at the Dennisville Post Office, 24 Hall Ave. in Dennisville the day of the tour beginning at 3:30 pm. Advance ticket sales will be available online at www.dhhoa.org beginning October 1, 2018.

Dennis Township Middle School Student Government students will serve as greeters to distribute programs and get tour goers started on their way. Houses open at 4:00 pm. The Post Office will be open for stamp sales as well.

Refreshments and comfort stations at the Dennisville United Methodist Church Social Hall, the Dennis Volunteer Fire Company and the Dennis Township Old School House Museum.

The Middletones Carolers (Middle Township High School a cappella vocal quartet) will perform through the village in period costume.

Alice Belanger McGuigan’s illustrated “Historic Dennisville: A Walking Tour” will be available for sale at the ticket center.

Dennis Volunteer Fire Company will be open with new and antique equipment on display. Light refreshments will also be available there.

The Dennis Township Old School House Museum will be open to visitors. You might want to take a quick look tonight and make arrangements to return for a more in depth visit at a later date.

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The RNS Holiday Gift Wrap Booth, an annual fundraising event, is a permanent fixture at the Hamilton Mall in Mays Landing, NJ each holiday season. The booth opens the first week of December and runs straight through to Christmas Eve. With the help of a lot of volunteers from local hospitals, businesses and organizations, we are ensuring a successful event year after year. Let us take the stress out of the season for your. We wrap while you wait or shop.

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Adopt Your New Best Friend Today The incredible bond between people and their pets and the many benefits that pets bring to our lives is a celebration of how positively animals can influence our lives. Pets not only provide their owners with companionship, but also with several health benefits. They may help lower blood pressure, heart rate and cholesterol levels and ease tension, anxiety and depression. When people come in contact with animals they tend to experience a general feeling of peace and wellbeing and are perceived as being more happy and healthy.

Pet ownership increases the opportunity for exercise and socialization with other pet owners. The therapeutic value of animals for individuals in hospitals and nursing homes has also been documented. Children learn to be more nurturing and compassionate adults by being raised among animals.

Taking guardianship of an animal that has been abandoned is a wonderful and fulfilling experience rewarded by unconditional love and companionship. Animal shelters and rescue groups appreciate the public’s support, as do the many pets that are fortunate to find forever homes.

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he holidays are often filled with opportunities for togetherness, sharing, laughter and memories. But the holidays can also bring stress, disappointment and sadness. A person living with Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder may feel a special sense of loss during the holidays because of the changes he or she has experienced. At the same time, caregivers may feel overwhelmed trying to maintain traditions while also providing care.

There are things families and friends can do to reduce holiday stress for themselves and people living with Alzheimer’s disease: Adjust Expectations If you are a caregiver, plan to call for a face-to-face meeting or arrange for a group discussion via telephone, chat or email to discuss upcoming celebrations.

Make sure everyone involved understands the caregiving situation and has realistic

expectations. Give yourself permission to do only what you can reasonably manage.

Consider inviting a smaller group for a simpler meal or think about hosting a potluck dinner or asking someone to order and bring the meal.

Involve The Person With Alzheimer’s Plan to involve the person living with the disease in safe, reasonable holiday preparation activities that he or she enjoys. Ask for help preparing food, wrapping gifts, decorating or setting the table. Also maintain the person’s normal routine as much as possible so holiday preparations don’t become disruptive or confusing.

Adapt Gift Giving Deciding on a gift can be challenging for anyone but especially when buying for someone living with dementia. To help gift givers make appropriate choices, offer suggestions such as comfortable, easy-to-remove clothing, favorite music or photo albums containing pictures of treasured memories.

Depending on the abilities and preferences of the person with dementia, involve him or her in gift giving as much as possible. For example, someone who once enjoyed baking may enjoy helping to make cookies and packing them in boxes or tins. You may also ask the person to help with gift wrapping.

Try To Be Flexible Consider celebrating over lunch or brunch rather than an evening holiday meal to work around evening confusion or sundowning if this is an issue. Serve nonalcoholic drinks and keep the room bright. Finally, prepare for post-holiday letdown. Perhaps arrange for in-home care so you can rest or enjoy an activity with a friend after the holidays have passed.

Planning ahead and including others can go a long way in reducing stress and fatigue and ensuring a more joyous holiday season for yourself and your loved one.

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The Alzheimer’s Association® is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. The Delaware Valley Chapter—headquartered in Philadelphia—serves 18 counties in Delaware, South Jersey and Southeastern Pennsylvania, providing programs and services to more than 294,000 individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder.

The Chapter’s Atlantic County Branch Office is located at 25 Dolphin Avenue, Building D, Ground Floor, Northfield, NJ 08225. For more information about Alzheimer’s disease, programs and services, and resources, call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 or visit alz.org/delval.

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