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TABLE of CONTENTS NOVEMBER 2022

NOVEMBER 2022

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In The Vicinity

16 Focus on Education 16 Guiding Students to Pursue Their Own Unique Academic Pathway 17 Strengths-Based Education Primes Students for Learning 18 A New Direction for the New Jersey Ballet 19 Forging New Avenues for Women

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Local Heros 8 Morris County Mutual Aid is Still Supporting Those Who Need Help 9 Millburn Teen Travels to Poland to Create Documentary About the Plight of the Ukrainian Refugees

20 COVER STORY A Barth’s Market Thanksgiving 24 Senior Living 24 Falls Can Have Severe Health Ramifications for Older Adults 25 Food for Your Brain 25 Eye Care as You Age

10 New Jersey Jackals Baseball Team Secures New Home at Landmark Hinchliffe Stadium in Paterson

27 Upwardly (and Every Other Direction) Mobile 27 Vibrant Senior Living is Coming to Livingston 28 Senior Living Directory 29 Quality of Life is What Matter Most

30 Health and Wellness 30 Dr. Zach Gotham of the Silverstrom Group is No Cookie Cutter Dentist 32 Nutrition & Sleep 33 Beauty is More than Skin Deep 35 Brighten a Smile, Boost Confidence!

36 Restaurant Guide

38 Diamond Minds On the Cover: Barth’s Market Photo by Dan Epstein

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Celebrating 90 Years!

Mom Teaches Children About Manners

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herri Fishman of Springfield teaches children about healthy eating and good manners throughout Morris and Union Counties. Her workshops are geared for kids ages 5 to 11. She also brings her programs to Boy and Girl Scout troops, schools, and community centers. She says that in her classes, participants learn in a fun and informative manner. “When my kids were growing up, I noticed some of their friends didn’t have great manners, this gave me the idea to create these classes to help kids learn how to be good social citizens,” she says.

Lessons include saying “please,” “thank you,” etc., how to make eye contact, giving a strong handshake, avoiding germs by properly washing their hands and whole body listening. They also learn table manners, how to set the table and how to make healthy meals.

A kindness project is included. She can be reached at socialcodeforkids.com for class and parties.

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he Strollers, a community theater group based in Maplewood, with some shows in Millburn, is celebrating its 90th year with a one-night gala revue on Saturday, November 19 at 8pm. The gala will celebrate its nine decades of theater by highlighting shows performed in each decade. Each year The Strollers produce a season of two plays and a musical, as well as a children’s theater production in midwinter. The Strollers is a volunteer organization that is always looking for volunteers.

President of The Strollers Molly Eisert, says. “We welcome anyone with an interest in the arts and a willingness to work toward a common goal, whether onstage or behind the scenes.” For information on upcoming shows, go to www.TheStrollers.org.

Archdiocesan High School Students Score in Top 1% of Nation on PSAT/NMSQT Exam

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igh school students across the Archdiocese of Newark were recently recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) for outstanding achievement on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) in 2021. The Archdiocese is proud to congratulate five students who were awarded the title of National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist and the 36 students who were recognized as Commended Students. “We are very proud of our students and their academic accomplishments,” said Brother Christopher Hall, Assistant Superintendent of High Schools for the Archdiocese of Newark. “These students bring great pride and recognition to our Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Newark. We wish them the best of luck as they continue to work through the National Merit Scholarship Program’s rigorous application process.” Commended Students came from Oratory Prep in Summit (William Foucher and Brendan Milton) and Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit (Lily P. Andersen and Katherine V. Gupta).

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Future Children’s Museum Needs Your Support

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ara Sorenson of Somerset County, Nicole Pittaluga and Nisha Patel of Morris County, and Mia Gregory of Short Hills have big plans to create a children’s museum called MOMI (Museum of Makers + Innovators) in the community that connects art, science and nature and provides learning through play for children of all ages, learning styles, and abilities. MOMI will be sustainably designed with plans that include over 50,000 sq. ft. of indoor space and at least 0.5 acre of outdoor space with exhibits that are both educational and fun.

There will be a teaching kitchen, a water play area, a maker’s space with real tools, and a wild garden with a tree house. The team is raising funds for MOMI and to deliver its first permanent space—the MOMI Playful Learning pocket park, working in partnership with the Morris Marketplace development. To donate, go to www.thinkmomi.org/join-give/ways-to-support.

Florham Park Resident to Publish a Book on Sheet Music

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rank Tinari of Florham Park has a love of beautiful sheet music. He has even written a book on one of its genres titled American Indians as Depicted on Sheet Music Covers Since 1833. Tinari, former Mayor of Florham Park, and a retired economics professor at Seton Hall, who has published extensively on economics, says he has plans to write several more books on various sheet music themes. He says he especially loves their artistic covers and the cultural history they reflect. Last December, the Florham Park Library displayed selected Christmas sheet music from his vast collection of 10,000 song sheets. The biggest parts of his collection comprise movie song sheets, sheet music about African Americans, the American West, comedy, Christmas songs, big bands, animation and cartoons, and lovely ladies. Frank may be reached at tinarifr@shu.edu

Millburn Resident Helps Babies Through Ear Molding

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ric Carniol, MD, a facial plastic surgeon and EMT from Millburn with an office in Summit, is shaping little ears one baby ear at a time. He is one of about 10 plastic surgeons in NJ who does ear molding, which is a treatment technique used during infancy to mold deformed ears into a normal shape.

He says it is easy and painless and helps avoid the possible need for surgery later on. Dr. Carniol says, “Babies’ cartilage is very flexible in infancy because the baby still has some of its mom’s estrogen. As the estrogen level drops, the ears begin to grow and become stiffer.” Ear molding involves using a silicone tractor and tape to put the ear in a more natural position and hold it there. The treatment, which is like wearing headphones, can take 2-4 weeks to work.

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Local Heroes

MORRIS COUNTY MUTUAL AID is Still Supporting Those Who Need Help

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enee Shalhoub of Madison and Theresa Markila of Roxbury run a program called Mutual Morris, which has a goal of building mutual aid networks among community members across Morris County, NJ, to support one another with emergency relief during times of crisis, and also to build selfsufficiency for the long-term through education and support of community initiatives.

“We help people who slip through the cracks navigate the municipal county resources available to them,” says Renee.

Mutual Morris started during the pandemic to help people who were suffering due to illness, isolation, and more. The program delivered groceries, medications and more. Now two years later, the group is still running strong and collecting donations.

Theresa and Renee delivering homemade breakfasts and lunches for more than 100 children during the two-week school summer break in August of 2020 “People don’t realize that there are people who are still struggling,” says Theresa.

“We help people who haven’t been able to work, people with disabilities, the elderly, people with food insecurity, and others who are struggling. We do checkin calls, drive people to appointments, refer them to accountants and lawyers, register their kids for school, reach out to public housing and more. We also offer educational workshops in tenants’ rights, health and wellness, financial wellness, and helping children navigate through school, to name a few.”

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All in all, the group, comprising 20 active volunteers, has helped over 2,000 families.

The ladies say they enjoy the work.

“It is challenging, overwhelming, and rewarding,” says Renee. They also say the program is ongoing because people still need help. “COVID is spiking, and people are isolating again. This type of struggle takes a physical toll,” says Renee. “We want people to know that we are still going strong, and we are always looking for volunteers and donations.”

To volunteer or make a donation, go to mutualmorris.com

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Local Heroes

Millburn Teen Travels to Poland to Create Documentary About the Plight of the Ukrainian Refugees

By Jackie Schatell

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hile many people have been supporting the Ukrainian refugees during the war with Russia by donating supplies—Peter Ren, 17, of Millburn wanted to do more.

At the peak of the crisis, he traveled to Poland for a month, helping out refugees directly at the Tesco Refugee Station in Przemsl, which borders the Ukraine. He distributed necessities on both sides of the border, made up beds, and filmed what was happening there for an hourlong documentary called, “Cost of War.” The film went on to become an Official Selection at the Indie Chicago Film Awards and has been entered into other film contests as well.

“After seeing the crisis on the news, I felt I had to help,” says Peter, an aspiring filmmaker. “I wanted to document what was happening because I knew it would have a powerful effect on people to see first-hand what was occurring at the border.”

Due to COVID, Peter left Millburn High School in his junior year to learn online through Acellus Academy. He got permission from the High School administration to take the trip, with the understanding that he had to stay up to date with his studies. His parents were apprehensive, but felt he was doing meaningful work. Peter says he was nervous going to Poland alone at first, but that once he became acclimated, the feeling dissipated.

While he was there, Peter spoke to people on both sides of the border and says that, “there were so many people there.”

He found it, “heart-breaking to see the men dropping off their loved ones at the border, because they were unable to enter Poland themselves.” Many refugees said the trip there was difficult because they had come from distant cities in the

Peter Ren Ukraine. Many came from Kharkiv, Kyiv, and Chernihiv. They traveled in cramped train cars and walked far distances between train rides. Then they waited at the border for many days before being able to cross into Poland.

Peter hopes his film provides a window into what is happening to the Ukrainian refugees. He wants people to remember that although it seems like the war has toned down—it is still going on, and people are still really suffering. He hopes his film will inspire people to continue donating to accredited organizations like UNICEF, The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, and The Red Cross.

“I feel we need to do everything in our power to help,” he says. “We can’t allow this to happen again. The war is taking lives. People are suffering.”

This is not Peter’s first documentary.

During the pandemic, he created documentaries called, Mental Health in the Time of COVID-19, and NYC in the Midst of COVID-19 Pandemic. Peter plans to make more documentaries like these.

He says, “I aspire to be a filmmaker one day so that I can use my films to touch upon all of the crises that are happening in the world.”

To view Peter’s documentary, go to: https://vimeo.com/720493329

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The Jackals will kick-off a 96-game season in May of 2023 at Hinchliffe, a 7,000-seat stadium that sits on a dramatic escarpment above Paterson’s National Historic Great Falls and surrounded by the city’s national historic district – the first planned industrial settlement in the nation in 1792.

Hinchliffe is also one of two remaining ballparks where the segregated Negro Leagues played in the mid-20th century.

The facility lay dormant for the past 20+ years but is now undergoing a dramatic restoration.

Al Dorso, the owner, and operator of the New Jersey Jackals, along with the city of Paterson, have exciting plans to improve the Hinchliffe field and venue, align with local businesses and bring additional entertainment to the venue, such as concerts, kids camps, traveling teams, training and exhibitions, holiday events and more. The stadium improvements are part of a larger $95 million project that includes a parking garage, restaurant with museum and nearby residential complex.

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The music and dance collaboration are the result of a partnership between BONJ Maestro Robert W. Butts and internationally renowned choreographer Kimani Fowlin, director of Drew University’s Dance Department, and Chloe Martins of the Drew Dance Alumni. Also included in this landmark collaboration are The Arts and Culture Collaborative and Drew University. The Amiable Consort composition was commissioned by Judith Gibson. Special guest artists are the international piano duo Madalina Danila and Hugh Sung “There is no set program for ‘The Amiable Consort,’ Maestro Butts explained when discussing his composition. The first movement is called ‘Prologue/Awakenings’ and is meant to be a sense of beginning.The second movement, ‘Relationships’ is also not specific and reflects the many kinds of relationships we experience in life. The third movement is called ‘Fugal Explorations.’ “Fugal” refers to the musical form which is by and large a traditional fugue. Just as a fugue sort of follows a path or trail or journey and encounters many new

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or the 56th consecutive year, the Santa Claus Shop will open its doors to area families to provide complementary holiday shopping. The Shop serves more than 400 low-income families and senior citizens from Summit, New Providence, Berkeley Heights and other local communities.

This year’s Santa Claus Shop will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 587 Springfield Avenue in Summit. Families will be offered shopping hours by invitation only during the first week of December.

The Santa Claus Shop is chaired by Summit residents, Sarah Fitzsimmons, Kristen Goldman, Kiera Mathey and Katie Mucci and co-chaired by Elizabeth Somerlot, Katie Orr, Alison MacMillan and Michelle Kalmanson. The Santa Claus Shop exists solely on donations and volunteers. With the monetary donations from area residents, local organizations and businesses, the Santa Claus Shop can purchase the gifts that allow less fortunate neighbors to experience the joy of holiday giving without financial burden.

To keep the holiday spirit alive for local residents in need, the Santa Claus Shop chairwomen ask for members of the community to consider giving. Checks can be made payable to SHIP, with Santa Claus Shop noted on the check’s memo line, and mailed to the Santa Claus Shop, P.O. Box 119, Summit, NJ 07901. The ability to make an online donation is also available at www.summitsantaclausshop.com.

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Focus on Education

Guiding Students to Pursue Their Own Unique Acedemic Pathway

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orristown Beard School (MBS) is an independent, coeducational day school serving grades 6-12. Small class sizes foster collaboration and conversation while promoting critical thinking, problem solving and creativity.

The curriculum moves beyond simply mastery of content, and works to foster deep engagement in learning and the development of higher-level cognitive skills.

At MBS, each student is empowered to discover an intellectual pathway that excites and inspires them. Signature academic programs in Middle and Upper School offer students a wide range of options for learning as well as the support and structure needed to succeed in their individual academic journeys. Balanced with a commitment to experiential learning and social-emotional development, those programs provide a robust learning experience that engages each student.

MBS is also exceptional in the attention we pay to each individual student and the breadth of opportunity we provide to each. Everyone is encouraged to take risks, push into challenging new territory, and explore all their talents.

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Students leave Morristown Beard School well prepared for the challenges of college and university studies. Their skills in analytical thinking, academic writing and time management set them apart among entering college students, while the habits of mind they develop position them for long-term success.

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Focus on Education

Forging New Avenues for Women

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illa Walsh Academy is a college preparatory Catholic school for young women in Grades 7 through 12 conducted by the Religious Teachers Filippini. Located on a beautiful 120acre campus in Morristown, Villa Walsh Academy offers an exceptional learning experience through a rigorous academic curriculum and a variety of extracurricular activities. Our experienced faculty teaches the individual, encouraging discovery of her unique talents.

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Villa Walsh Academy forges new avenues for women in STEM with our award-winning Robotics Competition Team, Sisters 1st, the only all girls FIRST® Robotics team in New Jersey. The Athletic Department provides student-athletes opportunities to participate in a variety of successful programs, and our Arts Departments team with opportunities to discover every student’s latent creativity.

Equipped with knowledge and confidence to succeed within higher education, our students are recognized for their achievements and receive multiple scholarships to attend top colleges and universities. Fully prepared by the comprehensive education the school provides, historically, 100% of graduating students enter four-year colleges and universities.

Villa Walsh Academy students are women of integrity with deep moral values and a commitment to service grounded in the Catholic faith. “What great work the Lord has entrusted to us women.” -St. Lucy Filippini

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BARTH’S

Thanksgiving MARKET

BIRD IS THE WORD Photos by Dan Epstein

Barth’s Market is a family-owned butcher shop and specialty grocer that has been operating at 41 South Street in New Providence, New Jersey since 1960.

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he centerpiece of a Thanksgiving table is the bird. That’s why Jim Barth, owner of Barth’s Market, makes sure his customers get “nothing but the best” bird for their Thanksgiving feast. This starts with a fresh Jaindl turkey.

For five generations, the Jaindl family has been raising turkeys in Pennsylvania while employing sustainable and humane farming methods. They don’t just raise turkeys, they grow the food their turkeys eat, thereby ensuring a tasty bird with less environmental impact than turkeys produced by conventional brands. (continued on the next page)

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“These turkeys are so popular that our customers place their orders weeks in advance to ensure the size they want is available,” says Mr. Barth. Popular indeed—these turkeys have graced the White House table for over 50 years. During the first year of COVID, when most people were having smaller stay-at-home Thanksgivings, there were not enough small turkeys to meet the demand so Mr. Barth came up with a creative solution. “It was a bit unconventional but those were crazy times. To meet the requests of everyone wanting a small turkey, we split a 20 or 22-lb Jaindl bird down the middle, and it was the perfect size for a family of 4-6, while still allowing us to give them the quality turkey they expected.”

The perfect Thanksgiving meal may start with the best local turkey but it doesn’t end there. Barth’s Market prides itself on providing the highest quality meats, and the freshest seafood and produce around so that home chefs can make all their favorite sides. For customers who are pressed for time (or for those who enjoy eating more than they enjoy cooking), Barth’s makes Thanksgiving prep easy by offering a wide variety of cooked sides.

Everything is made in-house… from scratch. For example, the turkey gravy is made from homemade stock that is simmered for at least 12 hours to get a rich flavor. Barth’s stuffing can be purchased with or without sausage and yes, the sausage is made in-

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THANKSGIVING house too. Their shrimp cocktail platter, complete with lemon wedges and Barth’s special cocktail sauce, has been a perennial favorite for holiday gatherings. Other crowd favorites include Barth’s creamed spinach, green beans almondine, mashed potatoes, candied sweet potatoes, scalloped potatoes, cranberry sauce, and pies.

If that’s not enough inspiration for your Thanksgiving meal, Mr. Barth’s offers his Thanksgiving tips for the perfect turkey.

“Start with our fresh Jaindl turkey and let it sit at room temperature for two hours before roasting. Because of their lower fat and higher meat content, Jaindl turkeys cook faster than other turkeys. So, dispel with that old ‘low and slow’ baking technique that your mom used. It just dries out the bird.

Instead, roast your turkey for 15 minutes per pound in an oven that has been pre-heated to 325o.”

Alternately, you can buy one of Barth’s complete Thanksgiving dinners, pick it up on Wednesday, reheat on Thursday and “ta da,” enjoy a low-sweat feast!

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SENIOR LIVING Falls Can Have Severe Health Ramifications for Older Adults

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rips, stumbles, and minor tumbles may not seem like a big deal when you’re younger. But, for seniors, any fall has the potential to result in severe injury or a health crisis. According to the Centers for Disease Control, a senior over the age of 65 falls every second of every day. One in five falls ends in serious injury.

Taking precautions are vital to avoid the potentially debilitating consequences seniors can face.

• Wear well-fitting, comfortable, wide, and flat shoes for a stable base.

• Stay active at an appropriate level for your health and ability. Try lower intensity workouts like yoga, tai chi, walking, swimming, water aerobics, and weight training, especially for leg muscles.

• Make sure your prevention strategies address your individual risk factors.

List out your personal risk factors, look at which ones can be changed, and create a plan to decrease those risks.

• Work with a physical therapist to prevent falls or to heal from injury, especially if you have health risk factors. A physical therapist can help you improve balance and build strength while considering your individual needs.

• Get regular physical exams to check for any risk factors or problems that could lead to falls. Be honest about any concerns you have and discuss any side effects of your medication.

• Assess your environment and take steps to make it safer. Consider features like grab bars in the bathroom, secure handrails on stairs, a more accessible tub or shower, and plenty of light.

Also, avoid small rugs that can bunch up or catch on your shoes, and remove clutter to keep floors and spaces clear.

• If needed, be sure you use devices like canes, walkers, and wearable emergency fall devices.

Have a plan in place in case you fall and know what to do and how to get help.

For seniors, falling can be a significant concern in trying to stay safe and healthy.

But falling isn’t an inevitable part of growing older. By taking these steps to lessen your risk of falling and being prepared in the event of a fall will go a long way toward living a healthy, fulfilling life throughout your retirement.

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Senior Living

Your Journey of Independence Starts Now!

Food for Your Brain

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ating walnuts may improve concentration, memory, and comprehension speed. The brain boost seems to come from walnuts’ high antioxidant contest as well as manganese and copper. To get the benefit enjoy 12-24 walnut halves daily.

Older adults who ate about two cups of strawberries every day improved their spatial memory and word recognition according to a study. The researchers also found that blueberries may have similar effects. Fresh and frozen give the same benefits.

Eating more fish and less meat as part of a Mediterranean diet can help slow cognitive decline in older adults.

Sources: Journal of Nutrition, Health & Aging, USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging; Neurology

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Senior Living

UPWARDLY (and Every Other Direction)

MOBILE

By Deborah Schapiro

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atriot Mobility is certainly an aptly named company. Founded in 2010 by a military veteran, the company installs wheelchair ramps and other accessibility equipment to help those with mobility assistance needs.

CEO Chris Facchina says that Patriot Mobility, which services all of New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania, has two broad product lines: “We have a longstanding relationship with the U.S. Veterans Administration, providing their clients with wheelchairs and wheelchair repairs. Our other product line is accessibility equipment, which we install for residential and commercial customers, as well as the VA.” The company installs a large number of outdoor wheelchair ramps for residential

customers. Other accessibility equipment includes stair, car, pool, and vertical platform lifts. Facchina explains, “A vertical platform lift is essentially an openair elevator, they can be installed both in and outdoors. This may be a better option for a wheelchair user needing to access a higher floor in his or her house than a very long wheelchair ramp would be.”

Facchina notes that residential stair lifts can also be installed both in and outdoors, and can be custom made to fit the turns and curves of your home. In addition, Patriot Mobility installs three different models of car lifts, which allow users to bring their wheelchair or scooter

along with them wherever they go.

Patriot Mobility also works closely with Ramp It Up, a non-profit organization which provides wheelchair ramps for those in need.

He concludes, “We enable our clients to better access their homes and families, and thus to live better lives; we’re extremely proud of this, and to be veteran founded, and veteran operated.”

Patriot Mobility 800-392-9036 e-mail: info@patriotmobiltyinc.com www.patriotmobilityinc.com

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Vibrant Senior Living is Coming to Livingston

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lated to open in early 2023, Sunrise of Livingston is ready to welcome visitors to tour its gracious assisted living and memory care model suites.

Situated on over three wooded acres in Essex County, the community feels like a lush, green retreat. And yet its convenient location just off the intersection of South Orange Avenue and Walnut Street is close to shops, restaurants, parks, and medical support.

The grounds encompass beautifully landscaped spaces, including a walking path with benches and spacious terraces for taking in some fresh air and sunshine.

Inside, the decor plays off local American Colonial style and features senior-friendly design in a number of bright common areas that are perfect for entertaining.

A robust calendar of events and programs will help residents pursue their hobbies and passions in the company of good friends and neighbors. Restaurant-style dining will feature fresh, seasonal cuisine crafted by a talented culinary team and served all day.

With a Babylon hydroponic Micro-Farm™ and an Obie interactive gaming console, the community will use innovative technology to foster engagement and social interaction.

As a tour of the models will demonstrate, each suite will include large windows to let in plenty of light while contemporary design features help promote comfort and safety.

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You’re invited to schedule a visit to view the model suites, meet the team, and learn about the personalized approach that will make Sunrise of Livingston a vibrant, welcoming place to call home.

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SENIOR LIVING RESOURCE

Hospice.

Journey Hospice provides patient-centered palliative and hospice care in all settings, as well as emotional support for the whole family. Journey’s team of professionals focus their efforts on meeting each individual’s unique physical, social and spiritual needs. Journey Hospice is a program of Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey.

Journey Hospice

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459 Passaic Avenue, Suite 270, West Caldwell (located on the campus of Crane’s Mill Retirement Community) 973-276-3052 | www.journeyhospicenj.org

Patriot Mobility will act as a trusted partner to those with mobility or home accessibility needs, affording better access to family and friends, and thus facilitating a better life.

Physical Therapy.

Patriot Mobility

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JAG-ONE Physical Therapy is a comprehensive physical and occupational therapy company with locations throughout New Jersey, Brooklyn, Staten Island, Queens, Manhattan, Westchester and Pennsylvania. Their multi-specialty staff has been serving the Tri-State area for over 20 years and has developed a unique, care-first model of rehabilitation delivering high quality clinical outcome for their patients.

Hearing Center.

Kubick and Kubick Hearing Aid Center & Opticians office is a third-generation family owned business located in the center of Millburn, NJ. We remain a leading provider of hearing aid products and services for over 75 years.

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Senior Living

Quality of Life is What Matters Most

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ovember is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month and the perfect time to explain the difference between hospice and palliative care.

Most people are familiar with what hospice care is—care provided to those with a terminal diagnosis to ensure comfort and quality of care at end-of-life.

This care is provided when there are no longer curative options, or the patient chooses not to pursue curative measures.

However, most people don’t realize that hospice care can begin early and offer months of assistance and support—a benefit not often fully utilized.

Palliative care is typically introduced earlier in the course of a serious illness as patients are usually continuing to pursue aggressive treatments. Patients do not have to be terminal to qualify for palliative care. With a chronic, or life-

threatening illness, like cancer, cardiac disease such as CHF, COPD, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, or ALS, quality of life can be dependent on managing symptoms, such as pain, fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, depression, and difficulty sleeping.

Palliative care helps to relieve or eliminate such symptoms.

serious illness can be overwhelming for the entire family—that’s why making important decisions early on and having a care team that advocates for the patient ensures that their end-of-life journey is a positive one.

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Dr. Zach Gokhman

Dr. Zach Gokhman of The Silverstrom Group is No Cookie Cutter Dentist

By Cynthia Burns, Photos by Dan Epstein

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ach Gokhman, DDS has joined The Silverstrom Group, the award-winning dental practice led by Drs. David and Gary Silverstrom. Here, Dr. Gokhman, who was raised in Livingston, provides insight into his credentials and approach to oral wellness.

You received your degree from New York University–College of Dentistry and completed your residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. How will your training be an asset to The Silverstrom Group?

Newark Beth Israel’s dental residency program is the oldest of its kind in the country. Its General Practice Residency (GPR) Program continues to lead dental education. Every specialty is represented. I performed oral surgery, root canals, implants, veneers, braces and Invisalign, among other procedures.

The quality of the dentists there gave me a solid foundation. It also helped me learn to think. Patients may have similar dental issues, but other factors such as lifestyle, general health and medications determine the treatment plan. I am welltrained and well-equipped to carry out a number of procedures.

What advances in dentistry have helped you excel in your profession?

Dentistry has changed incredibly, mostly attributed to the use of digital equipment such as scanners and 3D printers. I describe myself as a nerd when it comes to new materials and new technology.

A newer tool that is useful in preventive

Dr. David Silverstrom, Dr. Amy Tran, Dr. Zach Gokhman, and Dr. Gary Silverstrom dentistry is the DIAGNOdent™ System.

This pen-like device allows me to use a laser to shine into the grooves of the teeth to determine the earliest signs of decay. Preventive treatment can help save the tooth before the decay spreads. Another big advancement has been same day dentistry. Crowns can be done in one visit, rather than over several weeks.

Do you share a philosophy about your approach to dentistry with the other dentists in the practice?

Within The Silverstrom Group we have a saying: “no dentistry is the best dentistry.” We take pride in a conservative approach while adopting new technology. This doesn’t mean we’ve abandoned traditional methods.

We choose the best treatment to achieve the best outcome for the patient.

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What excites you about dentistry?

The ways in which dentistry has changed—and it’s just the beginning.

I’m not a cookie cutter dentist. There are so many new ways to practice dentistry more successfully and more conservatively. I like the challenge of incorporating new techniques and materials.

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Health and Wellness

Nutrition & Sleep

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here are plenty of methods to achieve better sleeping habits, and one of the most potent methods is nutritional.

A healthy diet can mean the difference between peaceful slumber and sleepless nights.

Lack of sleep can prompt you to start making bad dietary decisions. This relationship works in reverse. Having a proper intake of a wide variety of vitamins and minerals has been shown to improve sleep quality. If you’re missing a key vitamin or other nutrients, you may start to have issues sleeping.

Why is this? Studies are still being done on this, but we do know that sleep is closely related to the complex chemistry in our brain. We also know that getting the right vitamins and minerals improves the function of that brain chemistry—therefore a bad diet can lead to you feeling gross not just physically, but mentally.

Our brain releases certain chemicals when it’s time to sleep to help us drift off. If we’re missing the important components of those chemicals, our brain is going to struggle to properly turn itself off and rest. And a brain without rest is going to be an unhappy brain.

Conversely, diets that are too high in carbs may make you feel drowsy during the day but can ruin your sleep when night rolls around. And we all know what diets that are too heavy in sugar and caffeine can do to you—these substances are some of

the worst offenders when it comes to ruining sleep schedules.

Chef V juice cleanses tend to be so great for helping sleep.

The best diets for sleep are those that are filled with fruits and vegetables (and all those amazing vitamins contained within).

Not only does a Chef V cleanse ensure you’re getting a wide range of veggies, but the fact that they are raw means that fewer of those key sleep vitamins have been removed in the prep process. This means your brain is getting everything it needs for a proper shutdown.

Chef V cleanses are also a great way to give your body a break from carbs, sugar, and caffeine, so you don’t need to worry about any of these substances playing havoc with your ability to get some shuteye. Chef V cleanses are a great way to feel energetic and focused during the day, and still, get plenty of sleep at night.

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Let Us Give You a Reason to SMILE! Whether it is a fear of pain or needles, a cosmetic challenge, mystery toothaches, or a complex dental problem, Dr. Chiu is here to help.

All services are provided on premise, including gum care, placing surgical implants and mini implants.

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Health and Wellness

Beauty is More than Skin Deep

By Christine S. Maxwell

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eauty is more than skin deep.

At Bio Skin Care & Day Spa, Aiko Mashiko and her staff treat the body, mind, and soul.

Originally from Japan, Mashiko, armed with a comprehensive twoyear study of hair, skin, and nails, emigrated to New York City. There, Aiko Mashiko she continued her studies and worked at salons in New York and New Jersey. Twenty-two years ago, she brought her extensive knowledge and expertise to Millburn.

Today, the staff at Bio Skin Care & Day Spa includes Mashiko and two practitioners who offer various services designed to help clients feel and look their best. The spa offers facials, masks, and cosmetic and aesthetic applications for the face. The body also receives specialized skin treatments through exfoliation and massages. Reiki, a procedure to promote energy healing by light touch, and

Reflexology, a foot massage to relieve tension and enhance health, complete the holistic offerings.

Mashiko states that everyone, from adolescents through adults, can realize their full potential to look and feel their best through regular treatments at Bio Skin Care & Day Spa.

Bio Skin Care & Day Spa 175 Millburn Avenue, Millburn | 973-912 8708 www.bioskincarespa.com

Our Goal is to Help You Discover What You Need to Make Your Life More Enjoyable.

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You quit smoking years ago.

You still need a lung cancer screening.

Know where you stand. Get a lung cancer screening.

Early detection of any cancer saves lives, but perhaps especially so with lung cancer. Adults aged 50 to 80 years who have smoked a pack a day for the last 20 years and currently smoke or have NCI Designated quit within the past 15 years should be screened for lung cancer with low-dose computed Comprehensive Cancer Center tomography (CT) every year. This is true even if you don’t have symptoms. One of our experienced lung nurse navigators will be with you and for you whatever the outcome.

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THE BENEFITS OF TEETH WHITENING

Brighten a Smile, Boost Confidence!

By Cynthia Burns, photo by Dan Epstein

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mproving a person’s smile can transform their appearance and help restore selfconfidence,” says Helen Chiu, DMD. To obtain this Dr. Chiu recommends teeth whitening because it is one of the easiest and fastest ways to transform a smile.

Dr. Chiu offers in office whitening or makes custom fitted trays for patients to use at home. She is not a proponent of storebought whitening kits. One issue is patient compliance. More importantly is the quality.

In office whitening can brighten a smile up to eight shades lighter, which is six shades lighter than store bought products.

This cosmetic procedure is popular among teenagers who have had their braces removed. The minimum age for whitening is 14. The process adds pizazz to teeth that have become yellow or gray hidden by braces.

Teeth whitening is a confidence booster for patients who need front-of-the-mouth dental work such as bonding or veneers. It is common to whiten the teeth first before undertaking tooth restoration. Restorations do not whiten like natural teeth. Patients, in consultation with Dr. Chiu, will make sure that their natural teeth are a shade they like before the restoration work is performed.

Smokers or heavy coffee drinkers are not ideal candidates for teeth whitening. Part of the reason is the maintenance involved postwhitening. “Touch up is required about once a month,” says Dr. Chiu. Bombarding teeth with more smoke or coffee makes maintenance difficult.

Dr. Chiu is a full-service family dentist, providing experienced, comprehensive and gentle care. “I help patients reach their optimal dental health through conservative and preventative methods,” she states.

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Restaurant Guide It is recommend that you call in advance as reservations may be required.

BERKELEY HEIGHTS Nagoya Sushi & Tiki Lounge 538 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights 908-898-1188 | www.nagoyasushiandbar.com Japanese restaurant featuring a wide selection of sushi, rolls, and other Japanese favorites.

Proud Thai Cookery

Restaurant Serenade 6 Roosevelt Ave, Chatham | 973-701-0303 www.restaurantserenade.com Artful dining, as conceived by award-winning Chef James Laird.

CEDAR KNOLLS H2ocean Restaurant & Raw Bar 41 Ridgedale Avenue. Cedar Knolls 973-984-9594/ www. h2oceanrestaurant.com, Restaurant & bar serving locally sourced seafood

FLORHAM PARK China Chalet 184 Columbia Turnpike, Florham Park 973-996-2828 | www.chinachaletnj.com Traditional Sichuan cuisine

Lucco Cucina + Bar 207 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park 973-822-0066 | www.luccobar.com A modern Italian restaurant that combines favored classics with a contemporary touch.

645 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights 908-665-0055 | www.proudthainj.com Authentic Thai cuisine

Strega Bistro 430 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights 908-665-5905 | www.stregabh.com Modern Italian Farm to Table Bistro featuring seasonal organic menu with Mediterranean influenced-specials.

Trap Rock Restaurant & Brewery 279 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights 908-665-1755 | www.traprockrestaurant.net A microbrewery that offers guests seasonal craft brews in addition to a delicate menu that accentuates a southern flare

The Feathered Fox

550 W Mt Pleasant Ave #1608, Livingston 973-994-4900 | www.thefeatheredfox.com Steak house, sushi & raw bar

The Landmark 259 W Mt Pleasant Ave, Livingston 973-533-9787 | Landmarklivingston.com Hometown pub

Lithos Estiatorio

GILLETTE

405 Eisenhower Parkway, Livingston 973-758-1111 | lithosgreek.com Greek Cuisine

Ancona Bistro

Mezza Mediterranean

645 Valley Road, Gillette | 908-647-5755 Northern Italian entrees and pastas.

Casa Maya 615 Meyersville Road, Gillette 908-580-0799 Family-friendly BYOB serving Sonoran-stule Mexican cuisine.

Chimney Rock Inn Gillette 342 Valley Rd, Gillette | 908-580-1100 www.chimneyrockinn.com New American tavern with pub-grub standards, thin-crust pizzas & TVs for sports viewing.

CHATHAM Charley’s Aunt Restaurant

LIVINGSTON

8-10 S Passaic Ave, Chatham | 973-635-6772 www.charleysauntchatham.com Traditional American cuisine.

Boccone

277 Eisenhower Pkwy, Livingston 973-992-9300 | www.mezzalivingston.com Mediterranean Fusion Cuisine

MADISON Bottle Hill Tavern

Gregorio’s Mediterranean Restaurant 255A Main Street, Chatham | 973-635-2777 www.restaurantgregorios.com Italian Mediterranean cuisine bursting with flavor

13 Waverly Place,, Madison | 973-949-6060 www.thebottlehilltavern.com Tavern Fare—Comfort Flare

Scalini Fedeli

Grillera Mediterranean Cuisine 91 Park Ave, Madison | 973-301-2080 www.grillera.com Distinguished Mediterranean Cuisine

63 Main Street, Chatham | 973-701-9200 www.scalinifedeli.com French-influenced Italian fixed-price menus in an elegant, vaulted interior with Tuscan touches.

Mitsuba Japanese Cuisine 237 Main St, Chatham | 973-635-3888 www.MitsubaChatham.com Traditional Japanese specialties and cuisine

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Krust Kitchen 471 W Mt Pleasant Ave, Livingston, 973-378-9222 | www.bocconeristorante.com Southern Mediterranean Italian Cuisine

November 2022

7 Cross St, Madison | 908-525-7878 www.krustkitchen.com Pizza

MILLBURN Common Lot 27 Main Street, Millburn | 973-467-0494 | www.commonlot.com A BYOB destination offering New American dishes.

Thanksgiving Traditions

NEW PROVIDENCE Moe’s Bistro and Bar 535 Central Ave, New Providence | 908-840-4540 moesbistroandbar.com Located inside the Best Western Plus & Murray Hill Hotel and Suites, Mediterranean flare.

Coppola Ristorante & Pizzeria 590 Central Ave, New Providence | 908-665-0266 Offering pizzas & formal Italian dishes

SHORT HILLS Boxcar Bar & Grill 25 Chatham Rd, Short Hills | 973-912-0002 www.boxcarbar.com Bar fare

Pies

Apple • Pumpkin Fruit • Cream Pies Mince • Custard Sweet Potato

Breads

Old World Style Bread & Rolls Pastries Tea Breads

Tarts

Apple Galette Cranberry Pecan Rustic Country Apple

PLACE YOUR ORDERS ONLINE AT:

natalesbakery.bakesmart.com

Closed Thanksgiving Day and Friday, November 25

Par 440 Restaurant & Lounge 440 Parsonage Hill Road, Short Hills | 973-467-8882 www.par440.com A full service restaurant, bar & lounge located on the East Orange Golf Course in Short Hills. Offering bar bites, burgers and tasty entrees.

SUMMIT BAKERY Family Tradition… Since 1938

185 Broad Street, Summit • 908-277-2074

STIRLING Trattoria Biagio 239 Main Avenue, Stirling | 908-350-8064 Authentic Italian cuisine

Twelve Islands Greek Taverna 1255 Valley Rd, Stirling | 908-647-2193 www.12islandsgreektaverna.com Traditional Greek fare

SUMMIT Due 36 50 Maple St, Summit | 908-608-0222 Authentic Argentinian/Italian tapas restaurant

La Pastaria 327 Springfield Ave, Summit | 908-522-9088 | www.lapastaria.org Italian cusine

Natale’s Summit Bakery 185 Broad St, Summit | 908-277-2074 www.natalesbakery.bakesmart.com Enjoy a selection of house made specialties including breads, pastries, pies and cakes. Daily specials. This family owned and operated bakery is serving up their delicious twist on bakery classics for over 80 years.

Roots Steakhouse 401 Springfield Ave, Summit | 908-273-0027 www.rootssteakhouse.com/summit Old-fashioned New York style Steakhouse—xpect delicious USDA aged prime beef sourced from the highest quality ranches in the mid-west.

OPEN SEVEN DAYS • WE ARE BYOB ESTABLISHMENT

LUNCH Daily 11:30am–3pm • DINNER Sun-Thu 5-9pm, Fri-Sat 5-10pm

277 EISENHOWER PARKWAY, LIVINGSTON Call for Reservations: 973.992.9300

Order Curbside Pickup & Delivery Online at:

WWW.MEZZALIVINGSTON.COM November 2022

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Diamond Minds

GREAT CONNECTIONS

By Barry Farber

H

ow do you make the most of every contact you meet? How can you gain the trust of your contacts so they’ll start connecting you to all the people in their network? The greatest networkers have a simple, practical system for making a lasting impression and building a strong foundation for future success.

Here are some of the ways to do it:

START OFF STRONG: Give new contacts a firm handshake and look them in the eye. An upbeat attitude and a sincere eagerness to meet them will be reciprocated.

LISTEN MORE THAN TALK: You can’t

really start to build a relationship until you’re locked into the other person’s hot buttons and listening to what makes them tick.

ASK QUESTIONS TO BUILD RAPPORT AND UNDERSTANDING: Once you hear their answer, do you have them go into greater detail? Great networkers know how to move the conversation forward with the right open-ended questions.

FIND COMMON GROUND: Doing so

allows you to connect with contacts on a deeper level, whether it’s sports, hobbies, or family interests. When my customers start talking about their kids and how they are interested in the same activities as my own, the conversation flows.

Barry Farber

DO YOUR HOMEWORK: When the person sees you’ve invested time into understanding their business, there is a certain level of trust established right away. Even better is when the homework you did brings new ideas and additional value to your contact.

KEEP YOUR NETWORK STRONG:

SELL WHAT THEY SELL: You know who

cannot connect with you when you’re trying to be someone else. Being honest about what you do, who you are and what you believe in says a lot about your character.

your customer is, but do you know who your customer’s customers are and how you can help sell more to them? Help your customers build their businesses, and they’ll end up building yours.

OFFER OUTSIDE HELP: Can you offer

a resource–say, a personal trainer or a good book–that assists them in an area outside of what you sell? Going out of your way to help can get you in the door and keep you connected.

Surround yourself with people your contacts would want to meet. I am always thinking about the company my contacts keep. It tells me a great deal about their intelligence and integrity.

BE TRUE TO WHO YOU ARE: People

FOLLOW UP AND FOLLOW THROUGH:

In the world of networking, connections and building relationships, this is the glue that holds it all together.

Nothing really new here–it’s common sense. And guess what? Common sense isn’t so common anymore, but it’s what the best networkers have.

Barry Farber is a best-selling author, an award winning radio and television host as well as an agent and marketing consultant for corporations, professional athletes, and entertainers. He’s also the creator and marketer of the FoldzFlat® Pens. His latest release is an inspirational children’s book “In search of the magic tree” available at www.barryfarber.com

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