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A group of residents at the senior living community are doing their part to keep others safe during the COVID-19 crisis.

Dubbed ‘Rosie the Riveters,’ the women have sewn more than 600 masks for residents, staff and others.

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An innovative door opener that allows people to use their arms instead of their hands is helping to minimize risk for residents.

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by Ellen Bern and her husband Barry Mizes, who found the design being used at other retirement communities and created them using a 3-D printer.

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THE SERVICE BUREAU OFFERS FINE STATIONERY AND GIFTS AT ITS SHOP IN LADUE, SUPPORTS LOCAL NONPROFITS THROUGH ITS FOUNDATION, AND PROVIDES DANCE OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS. THIS YEAR, IT CELEBRATES 90 YEARS OF SERVING THE ST. LOUIS COMMUNITY. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.991.1104 OR VISIT SERVICEBUREAUSHOP.COM. COVER DESIGN BY JULIE STREILER COVER PHOTO BY COLIN MILLER OF STRAUSS PEYTON PHOTOGRAPHY

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In partnership with Domino’s, it had 100 pizzas delivered to SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital.

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THIS IS WHEN I WISH Ito affect WAS A SCIENTIST . Imagine being able the entire world with your research and intelligence. How would

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I’m glad we spoke with a few high school seniors (pg. 14). I truly feel for graduates who won’t get the celebration they deserve. On a smaller scale, we’re dealing with it at my house. My daughter Autumn is a fifth-grader at North Glendale, which is supposed to bring with it a ceremony, party and lots of special ‘extras.’ She’s now experiencing the pivotal transition to middle school—yikes!—with no real closure.

But hopefully this will make our kids more resilient, better able to adapt to whatever is thrown their way.

In the words of my 8-year-old, “This is all so annoying!” I couldn’t agree more. I wonder, if I had the ability to test treatments or research a vaccine, would I feel more in control? I’m not sure. But I definitely am thankful for those who thought biology was more fascinating than a painting class.

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it feel to be working on a vaccine for a virus that has completely altered everyone’s lives? But since science and math were classes I survived because I had to, and art, English and journalism are my strengths, here I am as an editor. While I’m not altering the global population, I do hope I’m helping inform, enlighten and encourage you, the T&S readers, with stories of our community. And it comes as no surprise that St. Louisans are stepping up as the situation demands.

The number of people, companies and charities that are fighting for every one of us, including those who can’t fight for themselves, is overwhelming. Being able to share these stories makes me feel like I am doing something. Positivity helps our mental health, and more than ever, we all recognize how important that is.

This issue, our cover stories highlight generous companies that practice charitable efforts, whether it’s donating profits to local causes, taking care of our health care workers on the front line through all of this, or funding efforts to help the homeless in the current climate. The good works trickle down to our local students, like Donovan Denham, a Parkway West sophomore who is heavily involved with St. Lou is Food Rescue. I know I’ve said it before, but seeing youth involved in such efforts is extra refreshing.

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90 YEARS OF COMMUNITY THE SERVICE BUREAU by stephanie wallace GENEROSITY AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT NEVER GO OUT OF STYLE —just look at The

Service Bureau. For 90 years, the organization has provided St. Louisans with stationery and gifts for life’s most important events while also giving back to those in need.

In the late 1920s, the organization started as two programs: organized dance lessons for young adults and a custom invitation service. The two ventures joined in 1930, creating The St. Louis Service Bureau. Today, the organization has three branches: a stationery and gift shop, sponsored dances and a foundation that is responsible for distributing grants to charitable organizations. “The Service Bureau has been an enduring institution in St. Louis because it has evolved to meet the needs of the community through the decades,” says former president Tammy Walsh.

Since its inception, The Service Bureau has donated its profits to local charitable organizations.

Walsh says the foundation’s board shares recommendations, and those are invited to formally apply for a grant. “We ask that charities submit a specific goal or task that the money will be used for,” she explains. “We also try to choose nonprofits that support women, children or animals and have an operating budget of less than $4 million.” Last year, The Service Bureau donated more than $93,000 to 42 local organizations.

These grants aren’t the only way the organization supports the community. Its dance program hosts classes for sixth through ninth graders and black-tie events for students in grades 10 through 12. To aid local nonprofits, participants donate gift cards and in-kind donations like books, diapers and pet supplies. Last year, the program collected more than $4,500 worth of items. Plus, any inventory at the shop that doesn’t sell is donated. “All three parts of our organization share the mission of giving back to St. Louis,” Walsh says.

The storefront has moved throughout the years; it’s currently nestled on Clayton Road in Ladue, offering personalized service and a wide variety of fine stationery and gifts. The staff also shares its extensive knowledge of proper etiquette. “It’s a very warm, welcoming place, and we’ve served generations of St. Louisans,” Walsh says. During the COVID-19 crisis, customers can shop online or call the store to set up curbside pickup. “With the disruption of our world, a gift card can be a nice thing to give somebody right now,” she adds. “Plus, it’s a great way to support a local small business that really works toward the greater good.”

Celebrations for the 90th anniversary have been placed on hold until the fall. Walsh says people can look forward to trunk shows and other events once it is safe and the situation settles.

The shop also plans to host a party for the charities it has supported throughout the years. “The Service Bureau will continue to offer support to the community,” Walsh notes. “We look forward to furthering our mission and celebrating our 100th anniversary in 2030.” &

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music director Stéphane Denève has accepted yet another noteworthy invitation. The Nobel Foundation announced he will conduct this year’s Nobel Prize Concert in December. He will lead the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra and pianist Igor Levit in Stockholm, Sweden, to honor the 2020 Nobel Laureates.

Winter Opera is looking ahead to its 14th season, when it will celebrate its new home at the almost completed Kirkwood Performing Arts Center. The space includes two theaters, spacious lobbies, community and artistic support areas, and event

We’re in it to win it!

James Beard Award finalists were announced, and St. Louis’ only chef in the running is Michael Gallina, the talented restaurateur behind Vicia and Winslow’s Table. He is up for Best Chef: Midwest.

Winners will be announced May 27. In other exciting food news, Nick Bognar of indo has been named a 2020 Food & Wine Best New Chef, one of only 10 in the nation! He can add this to his long list of accolades, which includes a recent inclusion as one of GQ’s Best New Restaurants of 2020.

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Former St. Louis Cardinals center fielder Jim Edmonds was at Mercy Hospital St. Louis earlier this month to donate plasma to those fighting COVID-19. He is supporting treatment efforts after recovering from the virus himself.

It was a dancing kind of day in Clayton when the Hip Hop Mamas showed up. The group, led by Reggie Van Derson, was hard to miss as they performed in bright pink in front of Shaw Park Fountain. The women made a donation to Give StL Day in honor of Pink Ribbon Girls, a local nonprofit that helps those battling breast and gynecological cancers.

PATTY by patty hannum

WHENEVER I GET a manicure,

most nail technicians ask me about my tattoo of a semicolon on my finger. It would be easy enough to say, “Oh, I’m a writer, and it’s my favorite punctuation mark.” But that would be a lie. First, I don’t actually consider myself a writer, more of a sarcastic over-sharer, and my favorite is the exclamation point! I got my tattoo to show solidarity against mental health issues. I have obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and through treatment, I lead a fairly normal life.

For regular readers, this is old news. I write annually about it during Mental Health Awareness Month.

OCD snuck up on me. I actually thought everyone’s brain was wired

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like mine. I don’t count tiles, and I’m not afraid of germs; I just have repetitive thoughts. With the help of a doctor and therapist, I am as ‘normal’ as I can be. I have one pet peeve: when someone says, “Oh, I’m just a little OCD,” as they straighten a pillow. No, you are not; you are neat.

Mental illness is embarrassing for some. Not me. My family, friends and readers know. I want to help #breakthestigma. Being stuck in the house these past few weeks has been tough on everyone, but if you have a mental illness, it can be really difficult.

I am hopeful people are reaching out to their circle of friends, therapist or whoever for support if needed. Well, unless you have my friends.

You see, I purposely have stayed away from learning much about COVID-19 because otherwise, I will convince myself that I have it. So I spend time watching my adorable grandson in the mornings, reading and looking at social media. I am a sucker for any products promoted on Instagram or Facebook. Yes, I believe what the advertising says. I have purchased the Wow Mop by Nellie (it vibrates to get your floor extra clean!); Goli Nutrition Apple Cider Vinegar Vitamins (gummy bears that taste awful, and I don’t remember what they are supposed to do); Perricone MD Cold Plasma Sub-D/ Neck (a plastic surgeon once told me I had a waddle under my chin and that he could suck it out. This is going

to tighten my waddle.); Supreme Toning Tower (I can’t comment on this because I threw my back out playing horsey and haven’t used it yet.)

Anyway, during a Zoom call with my friends, I coughed up my recent odd purchases. After much laughter, they realized what a great asset I could be. Any of the odd things they see promoted and wonder about, I would purchase and report back to them. Way to take advantage of my OCD. It was like that old commercial, “Let’s get Mikey to try it.” So, I leave you with two things: one, from the National Alliance of Mental Illness, #youarenotalone, and two, if you have something you want me to try, email me. I am Mikey.

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THERE IS LITTLE DOUBT ST. LOUIS ONCE AGAIN WILL BE THE VIBRANT, ACTIVE CITY WE ALL LOVE. BUT WE DON’T KNOW WHEN, NOR DO WE HAVE ANY IDEA HOW THE PANDEMIC WILL HAVE CHANGED OUR LIVES. HERE IS THE SECOND IN A SERIES OF RESPONSES FROM THE LOU’S BEST AND BRIGHTEST TO THIS QUESTION: WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED DURING THIS TIME, AND WHAT ARE YOUR HOPES FOR ST. LOUIS IN THE MONTHS AHEAD?

Bill DeWitt III team president, St. Louis Cardinals:

“The shutdown has made me appreciate things that I used to take for granted.

For example, with the Cardinals, we’ve always been focused on winning on the field, developing fans and building the next improvement downtown.

I realize now that while those things are very important, the most important thing is the basic ability to gather as a community and celebrate moments together. We are missing that now, and I look forward to getting back to those moments.”

Jane Ellen Ibur St. Louis poet laureate:

“In this sad time with people sick and dying, I hope we’ve kept in touch with friends and family, especially those who are alone. I hope we’ve learned to not delay, to take nothing for granted. I hope we have learned patience and gratitude—for health care workers, for friends, for love. I hope the positive drowns out the negative, that we are more loving than we were before.”

Sam Page, M.D.

St. Louis County executive:

Carol Weisman, MSW CEO, Board Builders:

“My clients who have a contingency/resiliency plan are sleeping at night. Shannon Laine, executive director of Healthworks!, wrote a brilliant plan, assuming that the museum would not open for the rest of the year. Her board was thrilled. Rainbow Village made almost as much money with a virtual event as they did with an in-person gala. It is noteworthy that they had corporate donations in place before the pandemic. St. Louis businesses stepped up and paid their pledges (to GO! St. Louis, for example). I am still upset that I once again did not win the raffle to Paris, but it looks like international travel is off the table, so I’ll try again next year.”

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“So many heroes have emerged during this crisis: Our health care workers. Our first responders. Our bus drivers. Our grocery store workers. The volunteers at food pantries. The list goes on and on.

“Without a vaccine, we have to rely on each other to get through this. That includes staying home when possible, social distancing when out and wearing fabric masks.

Through all of the anxiety and fear, we are working together. This virus has hit our community hard, but not at the levels we’ve seen in other parts of the country and the world.

“My immediate priority is getting more people tested with funding through the federal CARES Act. Until we have more testing and a better understanding of the scope of this virus, we cannot relax some of the restrictions we have in place. I’m working closely with our municipal leaders and business groups to help us craft a gradual reopening of our county. People need to get back to work as soon as safely possible so we can get our economy rolling again.”

Jim Wipke, Ed.D. superintendent, Ladue School District:

“As adults, the most important attribute we can demonstrate right now is the importance of finding balance in life, in hopes that our children will follow our lead. There is so much for us, as adults, to balance—our need to be the teachers/ counselors, to manage our home life, to try to maintain a job and put food on the table, and to deal with the anxiety of the unknown.

“We all need to find the balance that fits our own family, our own children and our own home. Balance out the pressures with smiles, laughter, a walk in the neighborhood, a text to a friend or family member to tell them you are thinking about them, and moments for yourself. Yes, we are all in this together—however, our individual needs can be quite different, and the need to create balance in our lives, as well as in the lives of our children, is a necessity.

“Educators have changed and adapted more in the past two months than they have been called to do at any other time in the history of public school education. As a result, we are sure to serve our students even better going forward.”

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owner, Embroider the Occasion:

“We have learned that it is important to take care of your customers like family; we always have, and the outpouring of their support during this crisis has been nothing short of amazing. We also have learned that you have to look forward, focusing on the positive as you rebound. We made a pivot during this crisis to launch a new sister company called Above the Brow Hats as a means to generate new revenue and develop a product that allows people to show gratitude, hope, kindness and style in an innovative way. Our hope for the future is that ‘togetherness’ continues and we all work hard to support our local businesses.”

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STUDENT STANDOUTS by stephanie wallace

DONOVAN DENHAM PARKWAY WEST HIGH SCHOOL MANY OF US TAKE FOR GRANTED the fact that we know where our next meal is coming from. Food insecurity is a huge issue, and it’s one the current pandemic is only exacerbating. It’s a problem that Donovan Denham is working hard to fix.

The Parkway West sophomore is the student director of St. Louis Food Rescue, a nonprofit that collects unsold, fresh food and produce from local retailers to deliver to food banks, homeless shelters and other organizations.

What about the impact on school?

Online learning is definitely new, and I personally have enjoyed it. I miss my teachers and classmates, but it’s helping me build skills like time management. I have to be more responsible since no one is telling me to get my work done. I get up each day and know I have to What is your favorite aspect?

It’s definitely interacting with and meeting finish it or my grades will drop. people. I like seeing the positive impact of what Have you thought about what career we are doing. you’d like to pursue?

I want to get into business. Last summer, I went How has COVID-19 affected to a business camp at Mizzou, and it really St. Louis Food Rescue?

We have to be very careful and take extra inspired me. I think St. Louis Food Rescue has What do you do in your role?

St. Louis Food Rescue picks up food from precautions when delivering and picking up really helped me learn to take responsibility companies like Einstein Bagels and Costco, food. Right now, there are certain items we just and manage a bunch of different aspects of so I communicate with managers to set things can’t use, but we’re also delivering foods we an operation. But I still don’t know for certain; there are a few years left to decide. up. Then I organize drop-offs with homeless haven’t before. It’s been interesting.

How did you get involved with St. Louis Food Rescue?

My dad signed me up to volunteer. I grew attached to the people we helped. I’m lucky that I’ve never missed a meal and can count on food being on the table. Working with the organization, I saw that there are people who don’t have reliable access to food, and that motivated me to keep going. The original director eventually got a job in Florida, and I was the most consistent volunteer, so I became student director.

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WHAT WAS IT LIKE TO LEARN YOU WOULDN’T PHYSICALLY BE RETURNING TO SCHOOL THIS SPRING? It was pretty unexpected for most of my class. Right before spring break, I remember one of my friends making a joke at lunch that it was the last time we’d all get to sit and eat together. That turned out to be true. My teachers have done an incredible job adapting. My quality of education hasn’t changed, but I do miss the in-person aspects that make school fun.

HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT PROM AND GRADUATION CEREMONIES BEING POSTPONED? It was hard to come to terms with because those are occasions for my entire class to celebrate. It’s not so much about dressing up or walking across a stage. We want that time to recognize one another and how far we’ve come together. The plan is to have graduation and prom in August. On our original prom night, we got to drive through campus and talk to our teachers from our cars. I thought it was a really sweet gesture to prevent what could have been a sad day.

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WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR COLLEGE? I’m attending the United States Naval Academy. I’m supposed to report in June, but I don’t know if that date is going to hold. Times are definitely uncertain, but I think life often is. I plan to prepare for the worst and hope for the best. A bright side of this situation is that it has forced us to be proactive and adapt to situations we can’t control.

HOW HAVE YOU BEEN KEEPING UP WITH FRIENDS? After classes, our teachers give us time to sit on the Zoom call and catch up with each other.

De Smet has done a good job of making sure we aren’t feeling lonely and can connect with both peers and teachers. On a more personal note, my friends and I have been playing poker online. We recently had a virtual tournament.

Grace Farr, Whitfield School WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON THE PANDEMIC? I plan to study global health at Dartmouth College, so it’s been really interesting to read how COVID-19 has spread from a small city in China. It’s weird to think about how fast all of this happened. My friends and I talked about the virus before it hit the U.S., but we never thought it would impact our lives this much.

HOW HAS IT BEEN STAYING AT HOME? It’s been nice to be with my family. I’m leaving for college in a few short months, and before this, I was always out with friends or making plans. But now,

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That’s been a nice part of quarantine, but the uncertainty of the situation is really weird.

ARE YOU WORRIED ABOUT MISSING ANY MILESTONES? Whitfield has a lot of end-of-the-year traditions for seniors that I’ve been looking forward to since sixth grade. It was surreal to learn they wouldn’t happen. My class has decided to commemorate our graduation and preserve some of the traditions later when it’s safer.

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by julia m. johnson roof over your head, but what if you are among the many St. Louisans who don’t?

Who do you turn to for help, support and the resources to overcome challenges?

Professionals at Wells Fargo Advisors realized that these were questions without good answers for many local individuals and families, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. To help those in need, the financial advisory firm has earmarked major funding for three local nonprofits that serve people experiencing homelessness.

Covenant House Missouri, St. Patrick Center and Almost Home are sharing a $250,000 contribution from the firm.

Wells Fargo community relations vice president Vianey Beltran says the funding effort is comprehensive because it considers the needs of different age groups grappling with the issue. Covenant House helps young people ages 16 to 24, St. Patrick Center works with adults and veterans, and Almost Home provides resources for young mothers and their children. “We wanted to make sure we were capturing a diverse section of the population,” Beltran says. “These nonprofits are experts in the field, so we have empowered them to use the funds where they see the greatest need. That could mean adding new beds, providing food or addressing other basic requirements.” She says the funding is part of a $175 million commitment Wells Fargo has made to support nonprofits across the country through June 1.

Reona Wise, executive director of Almost Home, says events like COVID-19 magnify the needs of those who don’t have a stable home, but critical funding can make a real difference. “Homelessness itself is an ongoing epidemic,” she notes.

“Access to basic needs like shelter, food and safety have a positive spillover effect that can lead to improved quality of life.”

Covenant House CEO Jessica Erfling explains that the need for expanded services is great because people experiencing homelessness may be at increased risk for COVID-19. “We have a comprehensive response plan and are ensuring that youth

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continue to have access to housing and support services for their mental, physical and emotional health,” she says. “Our teams also are working to help them build resumes, apply for jobs and access online learning.” Anthony D’Agostino, CEO of St. Patrick Center, says people dealing with homelessness also are at greater risk for substance abuse, mental health issues and other complex challenges that can make it difficult for them to move forward. “With job losses caused by the pandemic, we anticipate a rise in the number of people seeking housing, job training, medical treatment, and assistance with rent and utilities,” he says.

Every day, about 2,300 people go without shelter in the St. Louis area, including 600 youth and 200 veterans. “Our biggest hope is that this funding will keep people safe in difficult times,” Beltran says. “We know there is no one-size-fits-all approach to helping them, and that’s why we realized it would make sense to FO CU ON combine our resources with the nonprofits’ areas of expertise.

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Gifting Hope

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Ranken Jordan gives kids the best chance for recovery, something we cannot do without philanthropic support.

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Difficult situations often bring out the best in people, and that certainly can be said of those who work for the metro area’s many generous nonprofits.

T&S talked with two organizations that are providing extra help to fill the needs of vulnerable St. Louisans during these uncertain times.

GiftAMeal When entrepreneur Andrew Glantz was developing his socially conscious food donation app, GiftAMeal, in 2015, he knew it would need to be flexible to adapt to changing community needs. He was a student at Wash. U. then, and by the time he graduated in 2017, his nonprofit already had provided 30,000 free meals to St. Louisans in need through the local nonprofit Operation Food Search (OFS).

This year, the young CEO says his program has evolved to serve people affected by the COVID-19 crisis, and it has contributed funding for hundreds of thousands of meals to date—about half a million pounds of food.

Before restaurants stopped dine-in service due to the outbreak, notices at tables of participating eateries could be seen around town, showing diners how to help the hungry through Glantz’s nonprofit. You simply downloaded the free app, snapped a picture of your meal and uploaded it to GiftAMeal, which then made a contribution to OFS.

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In the current crisis, diners still can help by photographing their takeout food, delivery meals and gift cards purchased from participating restaurants, according to Glantz. “The need definitely has increased in the last couple of weeks,” he explains.

“To help out even more, we recently held a $5,000 matching donation challenge, and people really stepped up. We ended up receiving three times our goal from individuals and businesses.

With GiftAMeal’s matching $5,000, it added up to a $20,000 donation to OFS.” That total will be enough to provide 8,000 family meal kits for locals in need.

Glantz says children who have lost access to school meals and elderly residents are especially vulnerable right now, so he is working to stay in touch with their needs. GiftAMeal also is working on new ideas to drive business to its partner restaurants and help them stay open.

“Even though times are tough, restaurants have called to ask how they can donate extra food, and other people have offered great ideas as well,” Glantz says. “The program has exceeded our goals to date, but we know there will always be more St. Louisans who need our help, so there’s much more work to do. It’s challenging to ask people to give even more at a time like this, but it’s encouraging to see how St. Louisans are coming together to help their neighbors. I personally look through the pictures diners upload every day, and it keeps me inspired to think of new ways we can help.”

For more information, visit giftameal.com or download the GiftAMeal app.

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Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis CEO Michael McMillan says events like COVID-19 tend to place greater numbers of people in survival mode, so nonprofits have to adapt as the situation demands. “We have been serving St. Louisans for more than 100 years, but lately we have seen a dramatic increase in the need for food, baby formula, diapers, utility assistance and more,” he says. “We realized that our normal methods of getting services to people wouldn’t be enough, so we have created large-scale distribution events to support the community in this difficult time.”

The organization has put together several of these events around St. Louis, giving out more than $200,000 worth of food, toiletries, masks, hand sanitizer and other products to date. “We have an enormous number of staff and volunteers assembling boxes that include dry goods and staples, fruit, vegetables, milk, eggs, packaged foods and more,” McMillan says. “We’ve seen a lot of growth as word has gotten around.

Our first event served about 1,075 people, and at the fifth one, we had about 2,800.” He says the organization is continually ramping up its efforts to ensure everyone who needs help can receive it. Corporate and nonprofit partners from all over the area have been donating the goods for distribution.

“We plan to do this for the foreseeable future,” McMillan says. “We view the effort as a marathon, not a sprint. Millions of Americans are having to file for unemployment, and we want to continue to meet the needs of residents we serve in Missouri and Illinois. As the situation unfolds, we’ll have to be able to pivot in different directions to help with rent, mortgage payments, utilities and other bills. We also are working with seniors and disabled residents to meet their needs.”

McMillan says the effort has been a major undertaking, but the Urban League is committed to its role as an ongoing resource. “People are incredibly grateful for the support, and the generosity of our donors, partners and volunteers has been amazing,” he notes. “We estimate that about 75% of the individuals who come to our events never had to line up for assistance before. It’s an unprecedented situation, but we are dedicated to helping the community get through it.”

For information on donating or volunteering with the Urban League, visit ulstl.com or call 314.615.3600.

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When you become a member of the Saint Louis Zoo’s Heritage Society, your future gift creates a legacy for you while guaranteeing that our Zoo continues to be one of the finest in the world—leading in animal care and providing unforgettable guest experiences for years.

Be remembered forever by considering the Saint Louis Zoo in your estate plans. Contact Lori A. Sullivan at (314) 646-4509 or visit stlzoo.org/plannedgiving for more information.

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When locals hear the name Danny Meyer, most automatically think Shake Shack . Lucky for us, the St . Louis native and Burroughs grad has graced our cit y now with two locations of the iconic restaurant . But the lauded burger joint barely touches on his dynast y. He is nationally known and recognized for his company, Union Square Hospitalit y Group, which he founded in 1985 in New York Cit y and currently leads as CEO. He was named to the 2015 TIME 100 Most Influential People list and landed a spot on The New York Times bestseller list for his book , Setting the Table. For a place that allows only the formidable and truly talented to reign in the food scene, Meyer has a top spot in NYC. He talks about his st yle, favorite things and what remains on his wish list .

WHAT ’S YOUR SIGNATURE ST YLE? Right now, it ’s a shir t and jeans.

WHAT DO YOU WE AR ON THE WEEKENDS? I put on my gym shor ts and gym shoes when I get out of bed so I’ll run or take a hike. When it gets to be Saturday night , I’ll still put on a slightly nicer shir t and take out a nice bottle of wine under the circumstances.

IF WE GE T BACK TO ‘NORMAL ,’ WHAT IS YOUR GO-TO OUTFIT FOR AN E VENT ? A spor t coat or suit with an open shir t . If I have to, I wear a tie, but I don’ t like it .

WHAT WOULDN’ T YOU BE CAUGHT DE AD IN? Pants that are too shor t for me with white socks.

I don’ t like that look .

BEST ADVICE YOU’ VE EVER RECEIVED? A few years after I went into the restaurant business, my grandfather heard me complaining about a bad review we got for Union Square Cafe. He said, “ You have to understand people will say a whole lot of really good things about you and a whole lot of really bad things. Remember that you’re never quite as good as all of the good things, and you’re never quite as bad as the bad things. Just remember who you are, stick to your own compass and let that be your guide.”

THREE QUALITIES THAT GOT YOU TO WHERE YOU ARE TODAY ? Self-awareness, humilit y and perseverance

GER PHOTO: DANIEL KRIE

WHEN YOU COME BACK TO ST. LOUIS, WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE DINING SPOTS? I love the restaurants in the Tower Grove area, Louie and any thing Gerard Craft does. I’m excited to tr y Billie | Jean. And the restaurant character who makes me smile ever y time I see him is Qui Tran, who is behind Nudo House and Mai Lee. He’s got a spirit for the cit y unlike any other chef I’ ve met . Oh, and Balkan Treat Box! If we had that in NYC, you wouldn’ t be able to get in.

DRINK OF CHOICE THESE DAYS? Wine. I think I’ ve failed at finding a bad Brunello di Montalcino; almost every one puts a smile on my face.

ANY THING GRE AT YOU’ VE RE AD OR WATCHED L ATELY ? We’ ve watched a lot of interesting T V. My wife and I completed Homeland, and we just star ted watching the new season of Billions.

We also watched Little Fires Ever ywhere, which was fantastic.

FAVORITE PL ACE TO TRAVEL? Italy. I’m boring that way, but I’m always happy there.

BE ACH OR MOUNTAINS? Do I have to pick? I want both.

YOU CAN’ T LIVE WITHOUT … a corkscrew.

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WHAT ’S LEF T ON THE BUCKE T LIST ? So much. If it ’s travel, I’d say India, Southeast Asia and New Zealand.

If it ’s just experiencing life, I hope one day to be a grandfather. I’m 62 , and that ’s a club I’d like to belong to at some point . &

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Hi friends!

Well, we have made it through almost two months of our ‘new normal’ with the city and county opening up slowly. We have been counting down the days to when our cherished local businesses can flip the ‘Open’ signs. But what does this truly mean or look like?

I know my friends and I have pondered these questions and so many more on our Zoom happy hours, socially distanced driveway parties or long walks through our neighborhoods. I think the reality is, none of us know the answer, and while that seems scary, we have to embrace and accept it.

If you are like me and always like to have a plan and be in control, this has not been an easy confinement. What I have learned about myself over the past two months is that rushing around or worrying doesn’t get me to a better place faster; it just creates undue anxiety. Adaptability is the lane I will choose instead as I evaluate my personal and professional fronts and how I should continue to reinvent. Patience needs to be practiced every day, along with meeting people where they are in this COVID journey. Don’t judge anyone because they are more or less cautious than you. There is no playbook for this! Some positives? I have learned to communicate through my eyes while not being able to show I’m smiling with a mask on. I’ve also witnessed more acts of kindness and real conversations with walls being broken down. This virus is the great equalizer and unifier. But I miss our hometown teams, concerts, a patio with friends, church, a city that is alive, and I know this summer will look quite different. I also know that our community will continue to support local and follow the guidelines, and that missing some of the fun now is a small sacrifice for the long-term gain of saving lives and putting new systems in place to gather freely and safely again.

Above all, I am thankful for my health and understand this virus has our medical community working to the point of exhaustion to save lives and create a vaccine. There are not enough words, parades or thank you messages we could offer for what they are experiencing and risking to take care of our loved ones. So, as we spread our cautious quarantine wings, please know Town&Style, just like you, loves this city, and we are rooting for a post-COVID life that is richer in ways we never imagined. Stay well.

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LEISURE 〉〉 F6 SPECIAL FEATURE – Feeding St. Louis F7 FRONT & CENTER F8 GETTING REAL WITH FOOD

HEALTH & BEAUTY〉〉 F9 HEALTH – Treatment & Prevention: COVID-19 Research F10 Virtual Care: The New Normal

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A FAMILY BEHIND ST. LOUIS ST. LOUIS COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE by stephanie wallace

WHETHER WE’RE SPENDING MORE TIME TOGETHER or responsibly keeping our physical distance, the importance of family is more apparent to all of us right now. That vital connection always has been key to St. Louis Commercial Real Estate (STLCRE). From leasing and construction to management and improvements, the locally owned and operated company forms a partnership with tenants to help them navigate the entire real estate process.

STLCRE was founded in 2006 by Douglas Holtzman, and the company is truly a family operation. Along with his wife, Sabina, Douglas works alongside his son, Corbin, and daughter, Macy. “We’re all extremely proud of being locally and familyowned,” says Corbin, who serves as vice president. “We come from generations of this industry, and our clients can get to know our business by getting to know us as a family.” The company has its own construction team, brokers everything in-house, and employs designers, managers and landscapers. “We provide our customers with a full-service experience from their first tour to the moment we hand them the keys to their finished space,” he notes.

In 2016, Corbin and Macy decided to take on a new challenge together: Coma Coffee Roasters. The opportunity to open a cafe in University Tower in Richmond Heights came directly from STLCRE. “It was a chance to provide an amenity for tenants and attract new ones,” Macy says. “It shows how turnkey our buildouts are and showcases the environment we strive to create. Coma serves as an extension of people’s offices, a place they can get a cup of coffee or tea and return to work refreshed.” The name is a special nod to their sibling connection. “It’s a combination of the first two letters of our names,” Corbin explains. Along with the coffee shop,

CORBIN HOLTZMAN AND MACY HOLTZMAN

Coma sources and roasts high-quality coffees from around the world to make them accessible to the St. Louis community.

While working with family can pose unique challenges, the Holtzmans find it brings out the best in all of them. “We’re all invested monetarily, physically and emotionally,” Macy notes. “We know that each of us is in it 110%, and at the end of the day, we aren’t going anywhere.” That sense of connection extends to the entire community. As native St. Louisans, the brother-sister team is excited to have its roots here, even as the brand expands distribution nationally. “The local community is awesome, whether it’s supporting us on social media or just showing up,” Corbin says.

“When Macy opened Coma for curbside pickup, there was an hour wait for much of the day.”

With help from STLCRE, Coma has been doing its part to return that support during the COVID-19 crisis. It donated more than 1,500 cans of cold brew to health care workers at St. Louis Children’s, SSM Health Saint Louis University, SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s and SSM Health St. Mary’s hospitals.

“We’re extremely blessed to be able to pay it forward to people who are risking their lives to save our city,’’ Macy says. “We would not have been able to make this donation without our community’s continued support.” Coma also is helping other local businesses. For every bag of its Virtual Hug coffee sold, $2 is donated to The Gateway Resilience Fund. &

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Feeding IMPACT ON FARMERS by stephanie wallace Whether you’re missing some favorite foods or just thankful for what you can find, we’ve all been thinking a lot more about what’s on our plates. Grocery stores and dinner tables are not immune to COVID-19. T&S reached out to experts in the local food industry to learn a little about the impact on farming and distribution in St. Louis.

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Chris Eckert of Eckert’s Country Store and Farms says that farming during the pandemic has been surreal. “The crops and weather don’t know there’s a pandemic,” he notes. “Many elements of our business are continuing as normal. The challenge is keeping everyone healthy.” New safety measures include more intensive cleaning schedules, limited passengers in vehicles, and mandatory face masks and gloves. “We’ve also implemented a stricter policy for sick leave,” he adds. “If people aren’t feeling well, we’re offering to pay them while they’re home.”

As they reopen, local farmers markets in the area are implementing new procedures in order to keep everyone safe. Horine was involved in planning the reopening of The Boulevard’s Farmers’ Market. While a drive-thru market and curbside pick-up were originally considered, it ultimately was decided to use a modified walk-up model. Vendors are kept to one side of the street, face masks are required and patrons must maintain 6 feet from each other.

The Tower Grove Farmers’ Market also has started delivering food boxes with produce and meat that can be ordered online. “It’s allowed us to work with vendors who don’t have an outlet right now,” Horine explains. He says delivery will likely continue in order to accommodate both sellers and buyers who can’t make it to physical markets even after they reopen.

A major impact has been on events held at the farms. Molly Rockamann, founding director of EarthDance Organic COVID-19 has shown Farm School, says us the importance of COVID-19 is affecting its apprenticeship strong local food program since students can’t meet. “We’re industries. offering Zoom classes and doing field walks via Facebook,” she explains.

LOCAL FOCUS It’s pick-your-own season at The pandemic has increased Eckert’s, but there are concerns interest in produce grown in St. about crowds. “We need to adapt Louis and surrounding areas. “COVID-19 our harvesting practices,” Eckert says. has shown us the importance of strong local To address the situation, the farm will hold food industries,” Horine says. “So many products an event where people can safely get freshly picked travel thousands of miles. When the supply chain is strawberries while social distancing. disrupted, you have to rely on what’s available in your area, but these infrastructures take time to cultivate.

“We’re grateful and humbled by the outpouring of Coming out of this, I hope we see support we’ve received,” Eckert says. “We want to give more robust local food systems across the country.” back to the community.” Eckert’s has been partnering with organizations like Operation Food Search to During the current crisis, local produce offers a support local businesses and feed those in need. safer alternative for grocery shopping, according to Similarly, EarthDance has set up a pay-what-youRockamann. The food is handled by less people, and can, drive-thru produce stand. “We’re also donating pick-up often can be arranged, so buyers can avoid a lot more to local food pantries and organizations braving lines and crowds at stores. “A local food system that prepare hot meals for people in the community,” also benefits the economy in the region; money stays Rockamann says. in the community,” she says. “And beyond safety and economic benefits, there is something rewarding REACHING CONSUMERS about knowing where your food comes from.”

While farmers are adapting to the ever-changing Rockamann also adds that more people are interested situation, one of the major issues they face is how to in growing their own produce right now, and while get their produce to buyers. Patrick Horine, co-founder they may not have the time to continue the practice of the Tower Grove Farmers’ Market, says most local next year, she expects a preference for fresher food growers aren’t dealing with supply issues. “Farmers to continue. “When I started farming, I thought I had their crops planted well before the pandemic, so would never be able to eat a store-bought apple they are looking at a production on scale with a normal again; the difference is night and day,” she explains. year,” he explains. “The challenge moving forward is “Once you’ve converted to freshly picked food making sure there is a marketplace.” Rockamann adds grown in living soil, you won’t be able to go that EarthDance usually sells at the indoor farmers back if you can help it.” & market in Ferguson and to local chefs, but neither are options right now.

LEISURE

FRONT&CENTER KEEPING THEATER ALIVE by julia m. johnson JUST A FEW MONTHS AGO , Moonstone Theatre Company founder Sharon Hunter was preparing for her very first show, The House of Blue Leaves, at the Jewish Community Center’s Wool Studio Theatre. An actor, director and area native, Hunter says she had always dreamed of staging her own company of players in St. Louis.

When the pandemic put her plans on hold, she started looking for other ways to keep the spirit of live theater intact. She organized companies of all sizes to form the St. Louis Theatre Community Task Force and says they are working together to shape the future of stage art in St. Louis. From The Fabulous Fox Theatre and The Muny to The Black Rep, St. Louis Actors’ Studio, Shakespeare Festival St. Louis, COCA and many more, members of the group are committed to bringing back live theater in a way that’s stronger and more socially conscious than ever, Hunter says. The task force’s nearly 30 members hold Zoom meetings every Thursday, and they discuss timely topics like conducting safe, sanitary auditions, rehearsals and performances.

“After lockdown began, some people were saying on social media that they didn’t think theaters would be able to come back,” Hunter says. “But I think the local arts community has always been very collaborative and resilient. I thought, what if we got local theater companies together to talk about practical concerns and solutions so we can keep it alive? I sent letters of invitation to the different companies around town, and their response was wonderful.”

Hunter says she has sought advice from local health departments and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Local infectious disease specialist Dr. Shephali Wulff has spoken to the group about preventing contagion while staging live theater. Other discussion topics have included providing masks and hand sanitizer for audiences, increasing space between seats, reconfiguring and sanitizing venues, applying for special grants, training extra understudies if cast members become sick, and even developing virtual theater programs.

Hunter hopes to make the task force a permanent fixture in the St. Louis theater community so it can overcome future hurdles as a team. “I really believe we can get back to live performances,” she says. “We’ll have to be educated and sensitive to everyone’s needs, but that’s what the task force is all about. You can’t have a thriving local cultural scene without live theater; people need shows that entertain, enlighten, teach and heal. My reason for creating the task force was to band our companies together, regardless of size or budget, so we can show a completely united front. I think if we do that, audiences will see that we care, and they will feel safe to return. We’ll all come back changed, but better.”

She adds that everyone involved seems glad to have an outlet for their comments and concerns, like John O’Brien, programming director for The Fox. “With such a vast group included, we can share a wide variety of perspectives and ideas, and having a new platform to do that is especially helpful,” he says. “We need each other now more than ever, and it’s inspiring to see the ways in which members of the community have come together to lift each other up. We will return with a renewed energy and passion for live theater.” &

the arts online » Shakespeare Festival St. Louis: Actors present readings and short plays on the festival’s website. sfstl.com

Metro Theater Company: Check out the company’s instructional Facebook videos led by teaching artists. metroplays.org

Saint Louis Ballet: Enjoy a video recording of ‘Could This Be Love?’ from February 2020. stlouisballet.org

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GETTING real WITH FOOD

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by alaina hinkle

This time of year, we’re all missing our mornings at the farmers’ market. Some are operating with restrictions and curbside pickup, like one of my favorites, Summit Produce in Kirkwood. Customers can pick up their fresh produce, local products and pasture-raised meats or shop in the fresh air themselves while practicing social distancing.

To have some fun, I partnered with Krissy at Summit for a local version of the show Chopped on Food Network. She put together a basket of surprise ingredients, and my challenge was to create a recipe using all of them! (Thankfully, she didn’t throw in anything too crazy.) The result: my new Southwest Stuffed Chicken.

SOUTHWEST STUFFED CHICKEN 375° 2 ½ - 3 LB. PASTURE-RAISED WHOLE CHICKEN 8 OZ. SHARP WHITE CHEDDAR 1 C UNCOOKED CAHOKIA BROWN RICE 4 CLOVES GARLIC 2 TBSP OLIVE OIL 1 LB. PORK SAUSAGE 1 JAR WOEBER’S RESERVE SOUTHWEST MUSTARD

6 TBSP UNSALTED BUTTER 8 OZ. CHICKEN BROTH 2 TSP CHILI POWDER 2 TSP SALT

¼ TSP PEPPER

1 TSP CUMIN 1 TSP OREGANO 1 LARGE LEMON

Directions: 1. Cook rice per package directions.

2. In a large skillet, add in 2 cloves minced garlic with 1 tbsp olive oil on medium low heat. Add in the pork sausage (breaking it into small pieces), 1 ½ tsp chili powder, ½ tsp cumin, ½ tsp salt and ¼ tsp pepper. Mix well.

3. Cut the 8 oz. block of cheese in half, and shred 4 oz. while the meat is cooking.

4. Add the shredded cheese and 3 tsp of the mustard to the pork mixture. Once the meat is cooked, add in 2 cups of the rice, and combine. Mix in 1 tbsp lemon juice and add 3 tbsp of chicken broth by tablespoon until the mixture thickens.

5. Transfer the stuffing to a large bowl to cool.

6. Clean off the chicken, and take out the gizzards to discard. Set it in an 8x10 greased baking dish.

7. In a 4-cup measuring glass, melt the butter in the microwave. Whisk in 3 tsp of the mustard. In a separate bowl, whisk ½ tsp chili powder, ½ tsp oregano, ½ tsp salt and 2 cloves minced garlic.

> LEMON VEGGIE & POTATO MEDLEY 1 LARGE LEMON 8 MINI BELL PEPPERS 1 BUNCH ASPARAGUS 10 YUKON GOLD POTATOES 1 LARGE GARLIC CLOVE, MINCED 1 TSP GARLIC POWDER

8. With your finger, gently separate the skin from the chicken on the top and underside, being careful not to tear it.

Massage the spice mixture under the skin on top and bottom, covering the entire chicken. Do the same thing with the butter mixture. Place your chicken breast side down in the baking dish to ensure the breast meat doesn’t dry out.

9. Stuff the cavity ¾ full with the stuffing (it will expand while cooking).

Pour ½ cup chicken broth in the dish.

Cut up 1 lemon into four slices, and place around the chicken.

10. On the middle rack, roast for 20 minutes on 375; increase temperature to 400 and roast for another 20 minutes.

Continue roasting until the chicken thigh temperature reaches 165 to 170 degrees (about 20 minutes per pound, so adjust accordingly).

11. Let the chicken rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes before cutting.

Serve with extra stuffing and the veggie medley below!

1 TSP PAPRIKA 1 TSP ONION POWDER 1-2 TSP SALT 2 TBSP OLIVE OIL PEPPER TO TASTE

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Directions: 1. Cut off the wooded ends of the asparagus, about 1 inch, and cut remaining stalks into 2-inch pieces. Dice the mini bell peppers into bite-sized pieces. Place all in a bowl.

2. Dice your potatoes. In the same frying pan you used for the stuffing, add in the last clove of minced garlic and 2 tbsp of olive oil. Add in potatoes, and cook on medium low for 10-15 minutes. While cooking, sprinkle with half of the seasonings listed, and toss.

3. When potatoes brown and start to crisp, pour half of the juiced lemon over the asparagus and red pepper mixture. Toss and pour into the skillet; mix.

4. Add in the rest of the seasoning, and continue to cook on medium low heat for about 10 more minutes. Add more lemon juice or seasoning to taste.

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As part of a National Institutes of Health (NIH) study, Saint Louis University has been looking into the effectiveness of remdesivir for treating COVID-19.

The antiviral drug blocks the RNA replication of a virus. “A virus works by replicating itself,” explains Dr. Sarah George, the study’s lead researcher and an associate professor of infectious disease. “If you can stop it from making copies, you can stop the infection in its tracks, protecting both patients and anyone they may transmit the virus to.”

According to George, the goal of the study is to determine if the treatment produces better outcomes. “That means faster recovery times, fewer patients on ventilators and more people surviving,” she explains. The initial findings of the study have been promising, with a 31% decrease in the duration of the illness for people treated with remdesivir.

FLUVOXAMINE

Researchers at Washington University are investigating the impact of an antidepressant on preventing COVID-19 symptoms from worsening. “In about half of people who are hospitalized, the virus has two stages,” says principal investigator Dr. Eric Lenze. “Milder symptoms are followed by a life-threatening immune response called a cytokine storm.” While fluvoxamine normally is used as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, it also interacts with a protein important to the body’s inflammatory response. “The drug activates the receptor and blocks the storm,” he notes. “By administering it early, we could potentially stop conditions from getting worse.” Fluvoxamine could be a game-changer because it is widely available and inexpensive.

MORE RESEARCH

Blood plasma: People who have recovered from COVID-19 have antibodies in their blood that target the virus. Wash. U. is studying whether transfusing plasma from survivors could be used to treat patients currently fighting the infection.

Antimalarial drugs: The FDA gave emergency approval for hospitals to use chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine to treat severe cases of the virus, but the strategy is unproven. Researchers at Wash. U. are testing their effectiveness.

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Virtual Care: The New Norm

If you’ve ever scheduled a telehealth appointment to see a provider about a minor illness or injury, you know how convenient it can be. A simple video call eliminates the stress of traffic, busy waiting rooms and exposure to other people’s germs, and you can speak with a doctor or nurse practitioner from the comfort and privacy of your home. Especially in the current sensitive climate, telehealth is becoming even more widespread and advanced to serve patients better.

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Dr. Tim Johnson, system vice president of medical group and population health operations and an internal medicine physician with SSM Health, says most medical providers now have access to videoconference technology. “In the beginning, some health systems acknowledged that younger patients especially were showing an interest in telehealth, but other systems were less than enthusiastic about it,” he says. “Those of us who have been in practice for a while have been trained to help patients in person, and it’s not always easy to switch your thinking. But the COVID-19 outbreak changed that landscape, and providers realized video was the only completely safe way to connect with patients in a situation like this. People of all ages have begun to embrace it, and I’m certain it is here to stay.”

People of all ages have begun to embrace it, and I’m certain it is here to stay.

Johnson says a lot can be accomplished through a telehealth visit. “Patients with conditions like acid reflux or headaches can talk to a doctor about symptoms and have a prescription sent to the pharmacy,” he notes. “Those with high blood pressure can check it at home and talk about results with the doctor. Cholesterol and thyroid issues can be discussed, and so can minor injuries like cuts and scrapes. Telehealth is also ideal for skin conditions and consultations about mental health issues like depression and anxiety.”

Obviously, there are conditions for which telehealth isn’t a fit. “If you have diabetes, for example, the doctor can discuss blood pressure and sugar control during a remote visit, but you need to go to the office for things like a diabetic foot exam,” Johnson says. “If you have serious pain or symptoms that may signal a blockage or a mass, or if there are any potential surgical issues, you must be seen in person.” And if you suspect you may have COVID-19, you should speak with your doctor about where you can be evaluated safely.

According to Johnson, new advancements will make telehealth visits even more convenient in the future. Examples include a system that allows doctors to evaluate heart rhythms remotely through chest sensors connected to a smartphone. “So far, primary care physicians have embraced telehealth technology the most, but specialists like cardiologists and neurologists also are getting on board,” Johnson says. “We’ll definitely see it become more common and consumer-friendly. Patients can feel confident they are getting high quality care with a personal connection.”

Johnson adds that telehealth has the potential to improve population health by making it easier to access care. “People often avoid going to a doctor because they are too busy or it’s too much of a hassle to get time off work,” he notes. “They are more likely to embrace a 20-minute lunchtime video visit with a practitioner who can meet their needs efficiently.

Telehealth removes barriers, and that definitely can improve people’s lives.”

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Let’s chat

J.C. Ramey, CEO of Florida-based digital solutions firm DeviceBits, says chatbot technology is gaining a prominent role in remote health care these days.

(If you’ve never used a chatbot before, it’s an instant messaging tool that allows users to get answers to questions and concerns in real time online.)

Ramey says the idea works well for health-related organizations like insurers and physician groups. It automates conversations and quickly retrieves answers to questions so patients don’t have to sit on hold or wait for a return phone call. For example, if you’re searching for a new doctor, the system can use the information you enter (age, gender, location, language) to suggest an appropriate provider.

A chatbot can connect patients to a live agent or a database of relevant information, and safeguards can be built in to protect privacy. “The technology saves patients a lot of time and hassle,” Ramey explains. “Especially during high-traffic times like open insurance enrollment periods, they can get instant answers to their questions and needs. People are becoming more conscious of their health and want to be their own advocates, and technology can help with that.”

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KEEPING THE PAST ALIVE THE WARNER HALL GROUP by julia m. johnson HOMEOWNER REBECCA WALTMAN says a specific feature of the home at 14 Princeton Ave. in University City first caught her eye years ago, and she and her husband Kevin felt it was serendipity when the century-old property later came up for sale.

“The first time I drove by, I noticed a large, west-facing sunroom on the ground floor with three walls of windows,” Rebecca recalls. “I could just picture our family enjoying it through the changing seasons. We kept our eye on the home and were excited when it came on the market in 2001.” The Waltmans, both architects, have enjoyed raising a family there and are ready to downsize, but they feel so connected to the neighborhood that they don’t plan to venture far.

Both are deeply interested in the historic details of a home, and Kevin says they uncovered some interesting ones of this property during their recent top-to-bottom renovation. “Years ago, the house was owned by a paint chemist who had a lab in the basement,” he says. “We had heard interesting stories about that, and we wanted to keep some of the home’s history visible as a conversation piece.”

While putting in a new HVAC system, they found some of the chemist’s unusual paint treatments behind old radiators. “He really had an imagination,” Kevin says.

“There was a base paint, a metallic gloss on top of that, and a pinstripe contrast treatment to finish it off. We left some 2-foot squares of the paint on view as an artifact of the past.” There is even evidence that the home’s basement hid a Prohibition-era speakeasy, including a door with a sliding notch for the bouncer to identify guests.

“We also kept a section of an old mural that was uncovered during the renovation,” Kevin notes.

According to Rebecca, the house is a delight because every space is uniquely beautiful and comfortable. “We have loved living in this home and made careful

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changes that only strengthened its character,” she says. The couple reconfigured some rooms, including the kitchen, to make it perfect for entertaining, and they especially love how natural light flows through every part of the house. “Its windows and sunrooms on both levels make everything feel warm, gracious and calm any time of the year,” she notes.

Agent Jeffrey Warner of The Warner Hall Group says he is confident the home’s next owner will find it as charming as the Waltmans have, and his agency is committed to showing this house and others in a way that is sensitive to current concerns. “We are following recommendations for safe viewings, inspections, closings and other appointments,” he says. “Our primary focus is on communicating effectively and respecting each person’s individual comfort level.” He adds that the agency can help sellers access special sanitizing services, and many TOWN & NEIGHBORHOOD are using high-quality virtual tours to showcase their homes online.

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A couple of years ago we painted our house, but I still think it needs something so it doesn’t look so ‘cookie cutter’ in our neighborhood. We also need an additional parking area either at the back of the driveway or elsewhere. Would love your expert advice!

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DEAR HOW CAN WE MAKE IT BETTER?,

To begin with, I love the new colors you chose for your house. The siding color really makes the trim details stand out. To build on that good start, there are several things we could do to elevate your style.

First, I would like to take advantage of the property’s topography by building a series of stone retaining walls to frame a new entry walk and stairs. Plant these walls with low evergreen hedges. I also would add a new stone wall to create a level parking area on the same side as the garage. To screen the parked cars, use another evergreen hedge. Finally, a new stone pier replaces the existing mailbox.

A white picket fence acts as a railing along the walkway from the new parking area and adds an additional ‘layer’ that gives the façade new depth.

Major landscape changes include a new, informal evergreen buffer at the property line to keep the focus on your house. I also removed the tree that I felt blocked the dining room bay, which needs to be seen. I think these changes create a much more custom feel while also giving you some useful new features.

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Ever dreamt of designing your dream home?

Why wait? It’s your turn!

Michael Lauren Development is the ultimate choice to turn your dreams into reality.

We have helped many families do just that. Each project we complete has a unique blend of sophistication, charm and elegance— all inspired and directed by the homeowners’ tastes, passions, wants and needs.

We offer a full-service experience combining lot selection, architecture, design selections and construction so that you can sit back and enjoy the process—not manage it. Let us help bring your unique vision to life!

TWO LOTS NOW AVAILABLE IN PRIME CLAYTON LOCATION Don’t miss this opportunity to build your residence amongst four multi-million dollar homes in the heart of Clayton Gardens, right at the corner of Westmoreland and North Brentwood. Walkability galore, Shaw Park, Straub’s and Clayton schools.

24# Call or text Mike Rechan today at 314.374.3846 to get started!

300 Hunter Avenue | Suite 102 | St. Louis, MO 63124 mike@michaellauren.com | MichaelLauren.com