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Harriet Tramer's New Book Growing Up As She Grows Old Family care giving is almost by its very nature stressful; no tidbit of advice you might receive can magically turn it into a relaxing experience. But having some essential information can help you to support your elder while you simultaneously tend to your own needs. And that is exactly what this book is designed to provide. |
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Host Harriet Tramer has long worked as both a journalist and as a college instructor, two professions she believes have much in common because they both demand good communication skills, not to mention patience and understanding. Most recently, she has taken her journalist ventures on line, having her own blog http://www.agingwithoutwrinkles.com - which interprets “aging” from the broadest perspective possible. We are all aging from the day we are born. She has also written Rounding the Circle of Love: Growing Up As She Grows Old – which focuses upon care giving for the elderly. |
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Shalom Plotkin |
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David Lange entitled his book “Virginity Lost in Vietnam.” And that
title tells his story in more than one way, because he not only lost his
virginity in a physical sense. He also lost it in a much broader sense as
he came into contact with cultures that had previously been totally
unfamiliar to him. That awakening led him to believe, among other things,
that the privileged and the less resourced were living in two different
worlds which rarely interacted with one another. |
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Kathryn McCamant
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Jonathan Clues
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Cory Chalmers When Cory Chalmers started Steri-Clean, he wanted his firm to do more than simply clean the debris from hoarders’ homes. He hoped that its employees would guide clients towards feeling feel celebratory about freeing themselves from the clutter that was engulfing them. Cory Chalmers formed Steri-Clean after his 14 years as a paramedic made him acutely aware of one thing. A company which could handle challenging clean up jobs – crime scene sanitization, biohazard removal, hoarder disposal - was desperately needed. And that is why he started the Colorado-based Steri-Clean. But he wanted his firm to go behind simply cleansing environments that desperately needed that attention. He wanted it to exhibit humanity; its employees are, for example, trained to help hoarders feel celebratory about freeing themselves from the clutter that was disrupting their stability. They are being given what might be termed a second chance. Cory, who also serves as host of “Hoarders” is CEO of Steri-Clean which has franchises in 40 different locations. He has been the keynote speaker at hundreds of conferences and seminars held throughout the United States and Canada. His company’s web site is http://www.Steri-Clean.com |
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Bettina Dickson Rusher
Vulnerable individuals, such as nursing home residents, often must be isolated to protect them from the virus. And these precautions will continue even after they have been vaccinated. But these precautions can lead to their experiencing loneliness and depression as they cannot enjoy their accustomed human contact. So, keeping distancing these individuals might be an instance where the cure is worse than the disease. Can robo-pets, mechanical instruments that are programmed to bark and do many other things on demand, provide a means by which individuals can have some interaction/ contact even if they are isolated? Or, do they simply represent a toy better left to children than to adults? There are no easy answers to that question. But Bettina Dickson Rusher has some valuable insights. She and her sister, Frances, started Memorable Pets after they had been challenged by their care giving journey with their mother.
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Shannon Leavitt There are good reasons why yoga has earned a wide
following during recent years; it not only helps those who follow its many
paths to gain body acceptance it also enhances their strength,
flexibility, and balance. And designed for those who want to both lift
weights and do yoga in one sitting, yogalift adds another dynamic to yoga
as it has been traditionally practiced. A certified health coach, personal
trainer, and also authored Learn to Be Lean. Intended as a workbook, this
text offers an alternative to crash course diet plans, guiding readers to
take charge of their health in a way that will prove sustainable. It seeks
to realign lives, not just move the numbers on a scale downward. Her web
site is http://www.yogalift.com |
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Anthony Hitch |
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Megan Hustings |
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Michael Unger Although you might generally be quite active, the pandemic might have turned you into more of a couch potato than you ever imagined anything could. That lack of movement could have resulted in climbing steps or maneuvering through uneven pavements becoming a challenge for you. So, you know that you must do something to get yourself back into shape. But several roadblocks are standing in your way of achieving that objective. Due to ongoing pandemic restrictions the gyms are closed. And exercising has never been easy for you; it might even bring back hurtful memories of your being chosen last for sports teams. That is where Michael Ungar might prove helpful. Working with clients in their homes or virtually, he helps them prevent falls by improving their balance and strengthening their muscles. He is an ACE (American Council on Exercise) -certified Personal Trainer. His web site is http://athomeseniorfitness.net |
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Dr. Cass Ingram
The pandemic transformed our lives at breakneck speed. We were going about
our business as normal. And then what seemed to be only minutes later we
were tossed into a world that bore an eerie resemblance to “The Twilight
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Marcia Flesner Statistics published earlier this year concluded that nursing home residents accounted for almost half of all pandemic deaths in the United States. Those findings are hardly surprising considering as these individuals are fragile medically and tend to enjoy limited personal space. But can anything be done at this point that would ensure their well-being on a medical level without harming them on a psychological level as might isolating them? There are no easy answers to these questions. But relying upon data collected over 40 years, researchers at the University of Missouri’s Sinclair School of Nursing, have determined that keeping and retaining staff members who work long term in homes can make them more equipped to benefit residents even during crises. Marcia Flesner has since retired but she worked as the project coordinator for this ongoing research. |
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Elena LaVictoire
These days people are asking hard questions when it comes to the public
schools: Can students safely attend traditional class sessions during the
pandemic? If the schools are opened and are then forced to close shortly
thereafter could the ensuing confusion harm children? If they learn on
line are students really gaining as much as might be desired from their
lessons? Are the schools so preoccupied with protecting students and staff
members from the virus that educating students is not receiving the
attention it merits? |
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Vanessa Tennyson The founder & CEO of Capitalize Your Humanity, Vanessa
Tennyson does not assume a one size fits all approach when she provides
her clients with Leadership Coaching. Rather, building upon her decades of
experience in the business world, she encourages her clients to evolve
their own unique managerial style. |
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Kenn Israel Your doctor has prescribed medication to bring down your blood pressure, lower your cholesterol or help you regulate your weight. And you understand the importance of keeping these numbers under control. But you went online and encountered a long list of side effects you might experience if you took this medication as prescribed. They sound gruesome at any point in time but they are particularly scary while the pandemic is racing through our country. Could they compromise your immune system and make you vulnerable to serious pandemic complications? So, you look to wellness products as an alternative, and you are intrigued by the fact they have no listed side effects. You cannot help wondering, however, if the promises they make are too good to be true. There are no easy answers to that question. But Kenn Israel who has been decades of experience with these supplements should supply some helpful responses. His web site is http://www.kennisrael.com |
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Brian Anderson
Heights’ shopping strips are not only appealing in
their uniqueness. They are also showing great resilience as they work to
survive hard times in the form of a pandemic. Restaurants in that inner
ring suburb, which has a population of 46,000, have served meals on
socially distanced patios or offered take outs. Some entrepreneurs have
established pop ups in anticipation of a busy holiday season. While others
have increased their footprint on Social Media or worked to make customers
feel safe by following strict COVID regulations. And the city has worked to make certain that their hard efforts will meet with success. Among other things, it has foregone parking fees and distributed CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security) funds to qualifying merchants.
Brian Anderson serves as that city’s business development manager. The city’s web site is http://www.clevelandheights.com |
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Ben Turshen |
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Dan Barker (left) Dan
Barker once served as an evangelical minister with a bent towards the
musical and dramatic. However, during 1984, his life changed, He broke
with precedent as he announced that he had become an atheist. And he
revealed his break with the past in an extremely public way – on AM
Chicago which was then hosted by Oprah Winfrey. He subsequently went on to
work as the co-president of the Wisconsin-based Freedom From Religion
Foundation, which promotes the separation of church and state. And he also
co-hosts Freethought Radio, which is broadcasted nationally over several
different stations and has welcomed luminaries, such as Steven Pinker and
Richard Dawkins, as guests. |
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Paul Malley Aging with Dignity has remained committed to the same motto since it was first formed during 1996: affirm and safeguard the human dignity of individuals as they age and promote better end of life care. And as it has worked to carry out its mission, this Florida-based organization has created and distributed an estimated 20 million copies of Five Wishes. Valid in most states, this document includes all the instructions and information that you might need to create a legally enforceable advance directive. As part of its advocacy efforts, Aging With Dignity has also established a hot line (1-888-594-7437) that provides callers with guidance as regards their advance care planning. Stories about its efforts have been broadcasted over ABC, CBS and NBC, CNN, MSNBC, the Today Show, Good Morning America and published in USA Today. This organization’s web site is http://www.agingwithdignity.org . Paul Malley serves as its president. |
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Eric Anderson Some students bike to their classes at the Sherbrooke Community Center, while others are car pooled or driven there by their parents. No matter what their specific mode of transportation, however, they attend school in an unusual setting for elementary-aged youngsters – a care home for the elderly and those who have special needs. And this arrangement- the iGen program - allows them to participate in some unique educational opportunities as they interact regularly with people from other generations and backgrounds. The Saskatchewan-based Sherbrooke prides itself upon the fact that residents are housed in structures designed to be more residential than institutional, making it possible for them to live as normal a life as possible. In addition to the almost 300 people who make Sherbrooke their homes hundreds of others take part in its Community Day Programs. The web site for the center is www.sherbrookecommunitycentre.ca . Eric Anderson serves as its Communications Leader. |
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Ed Guion
Decades ago, it was the norm for elders to live in a cottage next to their
family’s main house as they aged. This arrangement had some decided
advantages: it allowed seniors to retain their privacy while also having
ready access to the support of family members. And because he admired the
way it made it possible for loved ones to care for one another, Ed Guion
wanted to bring this arrangement up to date and market it. |
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Anthony Nunez
When we are tired after a long day at work or just
feeling a little lazy, we might wish that we had a genii-like creature
that would perform unappealing tasks for us. It might, for example, wash
the dishes or bring our medicine to the table. Well, now there is a
machine – a robot in common parlance – who could pamper us on demand in
much the same way our imaginary genii might. His name is RUDY and he is
the brainchild of the Virginia-based INF Robotics. |
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Susan Kurowski Research shows that loneliness - not cancer or heart
disease – is the most serious threat the elderly face. But that does not
mean seniors have to fall prey to this malady; there is a simple cure for
it that does not even involve medical intervention: pets. And keeping this
fact in mind, the Pets for the Elderly Foundation helps pay the fees to
participating animal shelters throughout the United States for senior
citizens (age 60 and over) who adopt a companion dog or cat. |
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Pegi Robinson People usually envision near death experiences as being events during which somebody is catapulted down a long tube into another realm and is returned to the earthly realm soon thereafter. By most accountings, a heart attack, stroke, or any other trauma might lead to somebody having a NDE. However, the pandemic might have changed that dynamic as it has changed so much else in our lives. Might a NDE be triggered by a bout with COVID-19 that ends somebody up in intensive care fighting for their next breath? There no easy answers to that question and there probably never will be. However, Pegi Robinson should have some responses worth considering. She heads up the Mid Ohio Valley chapter of the International Association for Near Death Studies. This North Carolina-based organization is working to increase awareness of NDE and the impact they can have on people. Its web site is http://www.iands.org |
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Mary Verdi Fletcher
Dancing Wheels presents a strong message:
performers in wheelchairs – seated dancers- can navigate around the stage
with as much panache and dexterity as do dancers who move in more
traditional ways. In fact, their presence can make a performance even
more captivating than would otherwise be the case. And it has been pushing
that strong point since it was first conceived by Mary Verdi Fletcher
during 1980. The company has grown over the years until it currently
serves
as a training site for students from around the globe. Born with spina bifida, a condition whereby the spine does not properly fuse, she always wanted to be a dancer. Being involved with Dancing Wheels grants her an opportunity to live out her dream while also helping others to evolve their creativity. During 2014, Mary was awarded the Governor’s Award for Arts Education in Ohio. The group’s web site is http://www.dancingwheels.org |
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Dr. Michael Lewis
Experiencing trouble falling and staying asleep has become a fact of life
for virtually everybody during the pandemic. And there are
many reasons why people are encountering this frustration. Although we
are generally quite active, we are more sedentary now that the economy
remains at least partially closed. So, when we slip into bed we are not as
exhausted and ready to fall asleep as is usually the case. |
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Kristi Horner During their better moments people who are living with
mental illness might appear to be balancing beautifully as they interact
with the world around them. Then, just shortly thereafter, they might
cause alarm as they start acting erratically for no apparent reason. And
that volatility can make nurturing them challenging, particularly during
the pandemic when turbulence has become the new norm. |
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Dr. Steve Webb
As we have been sheltering in our homes, the internet has made us less
isolated than would otherwise be the case; it has allowed us to remain in
constant contact with family and friends. But while it might be serving a
very real purpose as it eases us through hard times, this technology can
also leave us vulnerable to abuses, everything from hacking and identity
theft to cyberbullying.
The latter often involves teens or even younger children. And although it
generally begins with in ways that seem harmless enough - unpleasant
images – it can quickly escalate into threats or, in extreme cases, into
physical violence. How can you, as a parent, make sure your child does not
fall victim to cyberbullying? Or, for that matter how can you make certain
your child does not instigate this harassment?
Dr. Steven Webb, author of the Amazon
best-selling book Education in a Violent World can
provide some helpful responses to these questions. His web site is http://www.safeschoolsystems.org |
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Kyle Woody Being a caregiver for somebody with cancer can prove
stressful under even the very best of circumstances. However, it is likely
to become downright grueling during the pandemic as you are expected to
constantly answer questions that forward no easy responses: Is it safe for
somebody to venture out the house when treatments they are receiving have
left them immunosuppressed, vulnerable to COV-19? Can surgery be safely
delayed as the virus forces us to follow its time table not medical
advice? If you need a short reprieve from your care giving
responsibilities is it safe to have somebody come into your homes and
spell you? |
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Topher Wurts As the word “spectrum” implies, individuals who have
been diagnosed as belonging to the autism spectrum come in a wide range of
different shapes, sizes and personality types. However, many of them do
share one thing in common. They can easily be over stimulated by sights or
sounds that might not necessarily disturb most other people. And that is
why an app – Autism Village - that guides them to places where they will
feel comfortable is so essential to them. But is this app serving any real
purpose when many of the establishments it lists are closed or only open
on a partial basis? And how are folks who are on the spectrum dealing with
the uncertainty that the virus has brought our way? |
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Argerie Vasilakes
The Listening Circle, |
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Bryan Lanham
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Dr. Cass Ingram
The pandemic transformed our lives at breakneck speed. We were going about
our business as normal. And then what seemed to be only minutes later we
were tossed into a world that bore an eerie resemblance to “The Twilight
Zone.” |
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Dr. Thelma Reese When future generations talk about our ongoing health emergency, they will no doubt mention the bravery of first responders, medical personnel and others who saved lives. However, some astute individuals might ask hard question that go beyond these facile impressions. Throughout the pandemic we have all been warned that anybody over 60 could more easily fall victim to the virus’ ravages than could younger individuals. Were these warnings based upon solid medical data or were they an indication that ageism – the negative stereotyping of the elderly – was coming into play? Did they fail to take into account the resilience many senior’s display? They do not claim to know the answer to that riddle. But as they wrote “How Seniors are Saving the World: Retirement Activists to the Rescue” BJ Kittredge, a health editor and Dr. Thelma Reese, who blogs at http://www.elderchicks.com, were determined to present their generation in a more positive light than is often the case. |
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Jordan Levine |
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Christopher Cook Since the pandemic has closed schools, many students
have been facing considerable stress as they are separated from a support
system that has long buttressed them. And one particular group of students
might be feeling these pressures even more acutely than are others. They
are participants in the Cleveland Heights-University Heights School
District’s Alternative to Expulsion Program. |
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Dr. Connie Siskowski
Being a family caregiver is almost by definition stressful as it involves
nurturing vulnerable individuals on a daily basis. However, that role
becomes particularly challenging when it is being handled by a teen who is
also facing the normal coming of age pressures. And these days the ongoing
health crisis is making matters all the more difficult for these
individuals as it separates them from their schools and other support
systems. |
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Johanna Jameson
The Illinois-based Memory Farm serves as a place where the participants,
many of whom are living with Alzheimer’s, can gain self confidence plus a
sense of purpose by staying physically, cognitively and socially active.
And it carefully tailors activities so that they provide participants with
the best possible benefits, something the fact it has both indoor and
outdoor facilities makes it uniquely qualified to do. However, that is
only one part of what is designed to accomplish. It is also committed to
supporting the individuals who are care partners for the participants.
Among other things it provides them with activity such as yoga, animal
therapy and gardening. |
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Stuart Tomc |
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Jill Cohen Greif has generally interpreted as being a very personal emotion that somebody feels after a loved one has passed. These days, however, it has taken on a much less personal but no less strongly felt meaning. We are all feeling a sense of grief as we realize that our world is being transformed by the virus and do not know what form it will assume when the pandemic eases. And the fact that many of us are spending our days at home – possibly without that much outside contact – is providing these negative feelings with ample opportunity to flourish. And that is why the support that Jill Cohen, a New York City-based grief counselor can prove extremely valuable as our country works its way through this crisis. For well over a decade, she has helped both children and adults who are grieving to understand that they are not alone and support is available. Grief Counseling | New York City | Jill Cohen grief counselor NYC area BEREAVEMENT COUNSELING FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS IN THE NEW YORK CITY AREA |
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Genevieve Gipson The group’s web site is
https://cna-network.org/
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Alex Montaldo Research is now ongoing in the hopes of evolving medication or other treatments that will alleviate the symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease (PD). But stoPD (support and training to overcome Parkinson’s Disease) is not waiting for these efforts to produce discernible results. Rather, it is offering participants an array of efforts designed to make their lives more manageable on an immediate basis. Among other things it spearheads a non-impact boxing program that is run out of the Brooklyn-based Gleason’s Gym disease. This effort guides participants through sixty-minute workouts that incorporate stretching, heavy bag work, cardiovascular conditioning, weight training, and balance work. These workouts can benefit fighters in a myriad of ways. It can create new neural pathways in their brains, improve their posture and balance as well as their overall mobility plus elevate their cardiovascular fitness.stoPD was founded in 2014 by Dr. Roberta Marongiu and Alex Montaldo. The group’s web site is http://www.stop-PD.org |
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Dr. Steven Webb
Virtually everybody expresses great concern about the school
violence that has sent shock waves through our country. But
all that concern has not readily translated into responses
that might bring an end to these tragedies. And that is why
the recommendations that Dr. Webb, author of the Amazon
best-seller, Education in a Violent World: A Practical Guide
to Keeping our Kids Safe, has made about these matters merit
strong consideration. |
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Charlie Mosbrook
When he was a younger man, Charlie Mosbrook sang original folk songs to passersby on street corners and subway platforms throughout the eastern United States. He now plays to much larger venues as was the case when he performed at the Woody Guthrie Folk Festival in Okemah, Oklahoma. But the fact his audience has increased exponentially has not changed one major aspect of his performances. He always works to build a strong connection with his audience as he spread his message of social justice.
A spinal cord injury that he suffered during 2010 might have
limited his mobility to a considerable extent, but it did not
damper his spirit. In fact, if anything it made Charlie more
determined than ever to share his talent as he travels across
the country. And the ongoing pandemic has also called upon him
to demonstrate his inner strength. |
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Steve Gelerman
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Dr. Cass Ingram Medicinal plant expert Dr. Cass Ingram, warns that bacteria can essentially change their genetic material until they become resistant to virtually all antibiotics. And she further cautions that even if only a small number of bacteria undergo these transformations, they represent a serious danger; as they multiply until they become the new normal. But he does not consider these warning to be a cause for panic. Rather, he believes that the danger drug resistant bacteria represent can be greatly reduced if the use of prescription anti-biotics is curtailed. And she strongly recommends replacing these pharmaceuticals with time-tested all-natural antibiotics - oregano oil, wild raw honey, garlic onions, Turmeric/Curcumin - that have the power to inactivate most pathogens. Dr. Ingram has since written over 20 books on natural healing, including his latest, The Infection Connection A popular media personality, he has appeared on over 5,000 radio and TV shows. His web site is https://cassingram.com/. |
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Kristi Horner
Virtually everybody would agree that living with mental
illness can prove extremely challenging for a myriad of
reasons. If nothing else, you might feel a considerable degree
of isolation as your condition brings in its wake a strong
stigma. But as its name implies, Courage to Caregivers wants
to make people aware that the folks who care for these
resilient individuals might also be facing some serious
struggles. And that is why it constantly stresses that care
givers must make caring for themselves their major priority.
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Dr. Michael Lewis |
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Dr. Julie Gatza |
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Christopher Cook
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Topher
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Rebecca Gardner The Gates Mills Environmental Education Center helps students evolve by boosting their knowledge about and their appreciation of our natural environment. And it even goes a step further as it starts them along paths which can turn that knowledge into a profitable career. The environmental center has turned ten acres that once housed a Coast Guard Station into its classroom.In addition to furthering students’ knowledge about commercial horticulture, the two-year programs that it offers - Cleveland Botanical Garden; Horticulture & Gardening Operations; Landscape Construction and Design - can serve as intervention efforts which increase the chances students will graduate. Post secondary opportunities are available at Cuyahoga Community College, ATI/Ohio State University, University of Akron and Kent State University. Students are encouraged to participate in paid internship programs to hone their practical skills. Rebecca Gardner, who graduated from the program, serves as the center’s coordinator. Its web site is http://www.mayfieldschools.org/EnvironmentalEducation.aspx |
As it recycles flowers that had been used in various events or are the unsold inventory of local stores and delivers them to nursing home residents, BigHearted Blooms brings joy and beauty to individuals who might be finding these things in short supply. And the numbers are impressive. During the past 18 months, this group has delivered 6,500 bouquets of recycled bouquets to recipients in 45 different care facilities located throughout the Cleveland area. Flowers have a very short shelf-life. So, these deliveries have to be made on a tight schedule regardless of weather conditions and other considerations, something that is only possible because the organization has a dedicated crew of volunteers. The group once faced a major challenge when it once had to pick up 90 feet of flowers after a wedding at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Sue Buddenbaum established BigHearted Blooms. The group’s web site is https://www.bigheartedblooms.org/ |
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Dan Barker who once served as an evangelical minister, gained considerable media attention during 1984 when he did something that was clearly unprecedented, not to mention unexpected. He announced that he had become an atheist, making this announcement in the most public way possible - on AM Chicago (then hosted by Oprah Winfrey). And he, subsequently, became the co-president of the Wisconsin-based Freedom From Religion Foundation which promotes the separation of church and state. And he also co-hosts Freethought Radio, which is broadcasted nationally over several different stations and has welcomed, as guests luminaries, such as Steven Pinker and Richard Dawkins. Being an atheist is never easy and, as Dan has learned, it can become particularly challenging during the holiday season when religion becomes front and center in many people’s lives.His organization’s web site is http://www.ffrf.org |
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Bruce Silverglade Like the city – NYC – with which it is
closely linked, Gleason’s gym has passed through its rough
times as well as its glam periods. After Peter Robert
Gagliardi, first established it during the Depression (1937)
he could not charge enough dues to maintain the place. So, he
had to drive a taxi 10 to 12 hours a day just to keep it open.
But during the ensuing years, it has attracted a celebrity
clientele that has included Jake LaMotta, Muhammad Ali and
Roberto Duran and Hillary Swank - as she prepared to star in
Million Dollar Baby. However, Gleason’s current
owner, Bruce Silverglade, is committed to ensuring that the
gym continues to serve people with a wide range of needs, not
just bold face names. He remains particularly proud of its
STOP-PD program, which helps people who are living with
Parkinson gain mobility and strength. |
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Jill Cohen Jill’s web site is http://www.jillgriefcounselor.com |
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Annette Ravinsky Many people almost begin to shake at the mere thought of encountering a rat. That reaction might be triggered by the fact they saw these vermin tormenting humans during horror shows. Or, it might stem from the fact that they unexpectedly met up with one of them in a dark alley and were almost traumatized by that incident. Annette Ravinsky, however, thinks that people who disdain rats are simply not aware that they are actually more playful than they are harmful and can make great pets that demand little in return for their loyalty. They also, she notes, have the distinct advantages of being litter trained and keeping themselves clean. And it is with that thought in mind that she helped to form the Philadelphia Rat Rescue, making them available for adoption and healing them when they need that strong support. The Rat rescue’s facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/PRRPhillyRatRescue |
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Bruce Bogart |
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Kenyatta Neferkare These days, people toss around a lot of
words with more syllables than you might imagine when they
talk about spiritual gifts. For example, the term “empathetic”
is applied to somebody who can sense what other people are
feeling; emotional communication flows between them and the
folks they meet. |
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Anthony Hitch
uses body work – message - to help clients return themselves
to a more stabilized state. But he wants to do more than
simply connect with their body. His goal: turning the sessions
that he shares with clients into nurturing and powerful
experience that leaves them feeling more refreshed. And that
is why he always brings yoga and reiki into the mix during
these meetings. |
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Kyle Woody
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Kate McCamant Cohousing communities combine common
facilities with private homes in the hopes of creating
cohesiveness among residents. Most of these neighborhoods,
which are scattered across the country, are organized as
townhouse or condominium developments that feature a
homeowners association. While the specifics of their
arrangements might vary, they virtually all distinguish
themselves from other communities by their efforts to create
strong cohesiveness among residents. |
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Dr. Connie Siskowsk
Much is being written these days about care giving and the
toll it regularly takes on family members. However, this
dialogue generally focuses upon elderly spouses nurturing one
another or adult children caring for their parents who suffer
from the infirmities of old age. And the fact that literally
millions of young people are making sacrifices as they handle
these responsibilities tends to get lost in the mix. |
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Jordan Levine
These days, much is being said by political candidates and
others about prison reform, keeping people out of these
institutions whenever possible and improving the conditions in
them. However, less is being spoken as regards an essential
question: How can people who have been incarcerated be
returned to society? How can they be granted meaningful
employment when so many businesses are reluctant to hire them
considering their record? |
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Dr. Fran Parker |
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Jay Westbrook
Activism seems to be very much in Jay Westbrook’s DNA. Yet,
throughout his lifetime it has exhibited itself in some very
diverse ways. These days, he devotes himself to his work with
the Western Reserve Land Conservancy. But as a younger man, he
immersed himself in an environment quite removed from the
natural beauty the conservancy seeks to protect: the rough and
tumble world of urban politics. And his political career was
marked by more than his share of both victories and crushing
defeats. |
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Johanna Jameson |
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Eric Anderson |
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Kim Bixenstine
The web site of her law firm – Bixenstine Resolutions – is http://www.bixres.com |
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Tommi Avicolli When Tommi Avicolli walked through his
neighborhood as a young man, he delivered a strong message.
Dressed flamboyantly – nail polish, long flowing hair, clothes
that clunk to his slender frame – he announced his life style
in ways that folks in his native South Philly did not always
welcome. Although he realized that his was taking a risk by
being that provocative he felt compelled to announce he was
not moving aside for anybody no matter how much they
disapproved of his orientations. |
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Frank C. Sacco, PhD
The professionals who developed the Create A Peaceful Learning
Environment (CAPSLE) program do not credit the strategies they
have evolved with being able to magically turn schools into
places that nurture all students. But they do maintain that it
can serve to make the environments in these facilities more
conducive to learning. |
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Bruce Silverglade After Peter Robert Gagliardi, first
established Gleason's Gym during 1937 he could not charge
enough dues during the ensuing tough Depression years to
maintain the place. So, he had to drive a taxi 10 to 12 hours
a day just to keep it open. |
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Joe Bautista |
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Dr. Margie Adelman A 2018 survey conducted by the Council for Responsible
Nutrition (CRN) concluded that 75% of Americans 18 and older – an
estimated 190 million people - regularly take a dietary supplement in the
hopes of improving their health. However, Dr. Margie Adelman, a medical
researcher and naturopathic physician, cautions that these impressive
numbers do not necessarily mean that this medication is providing the
promised results. Because the mere fact we put a pill in our mouth and
swallow it, is no guarantee that the nutrients are able to work their way
into our bodies and improve our health. |
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Dr. Julie Garza
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Dan Shaki |
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Bettina Dickson Rusher According to figures published by the Alzheimer’s Association, an estimated 5.8 million Americans of all ages are living with Alzheimer's. And that number is likely to grow even higher as America ages. Responding to these figures, a wide range of professionals are working to determine what strategies might best benefit these individuals. Their research has concluded among other things that Alzheimer’s patients respond positively to baby dolls and animals – ones that are cuddly and never bark too loudly or have accidents in the house. Bettina Dickson Rusher and her sister, Frances, reached the same conclusion after working their way through their care giving journey with their mother. Their experiences were, in fact, so strong they decided to start the Georgia-based Memorable Pets which sells a wide array of stuffed animals and baby dolls. This company even markets cats and dogs that have interactive or robotic features. The web site for Memorable Pets is http://memorablepets.com |
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Jim Swanner
If you watch old time Westerns, you will probably see somebody trying to
control a horse. They might be working to tame a wild mustang. Or, they
might be pushing an equine to go faster and faster as they try to outrun
the “bad guys.” Jim Swanner, however, maintains that relationships between
horses and humans do not have to be marked by (sometimes rough) attempts
to overpower animals. |
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Christina Hidek
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Neal Owens
Evidence indicates that sitting under a
bright light lamp
of at least 10,000 lux on a daily basis can help reset your
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Kristi Horner Until quite recently, mental illness was a taboo topic in our culture, never mentioned much less discussed at length in polite society. Times have changed, however; emotional challenges no matter what form they might take are now being discussed much more openly. And as that has happened, increasing more attention is being paid to individuals who serve as caregivers for those living with mental illness. The Ohio-based Courage to Caregivers is
working to turn that attention into support that can make
caregivers’ efforts less stressful. |
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Leah
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Daniel Neides and Jessica Hutchins When patients come to the Ohio-based Inspire Wellness
they hear a message they probably never previously encountered in a doctor’s
office, but one that both challenges and inspires them: Your body has the
innate ability to restore itself to an optimum balance, with this potential
being stronger than you might have ever imagined it is. And you can tap into
your body’s healing power by providing it with optimal nutrition and opening
all detoxification pathways. Are you ready to be awakened to live your best life and feel amazing instead of just "fine".? Inspire Wellness is a Functional Medicine practice in Cleveland |
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Dr. Marilyn Gugliucci
Medical students generally spend much of their time attending classes or
working in laboratories. However, Dr. Marilyn R. Gugliucci was rewarded a
grant by the National Network of Libraries of Medicine to spearhead a
program that utilizes virtual reality to bring them out of what might have
become their comfort zone. Their excursions into cyberspace are designed to
help students at the University of New England’s College of Osteopathic
Medicine better understand the emotions patients encounter as they face
aging and end of life issues. |
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Dr. Michael Lewis
Concussions are often depicted as being an injury that only athletes who
play contact sports sustain. However, research now indicates that a much
broader group of individuals can suffer a mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI),
commonly known as a concussion. In fact, it has been estimated that nearly
three million people every year visit the emergency room for traumatic brain
injuries |
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Paul Sobel
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Anthony Nunez
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Maura Horton |
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Kimberly Wilfong |
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Laura Santoro Observers interpret the term “yoga” in a
myriad of different ways. To some people, it refers to a
discipline whereby practitioners twist their bodies in ways that
seem to defy the fact they are held together by bones instead of
something much more pliable. Others, however, envision “yoga” as
being a modality where by people can transport themselves to a
more peaceful sphere. |
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Lawrence Bocchiere III
These days, people are entering into a wide variety of marriages
that were not even dreamed of ten years ago. Among other things,
there are gay marriages and marriages where the spouses live
busy bi-coastal lives, seeing each other only when it can be
arranged. And while these iterations on traditional marriages
have gained considerable attention unions where one spouse has
become incapacitated and is cared for the other have received
much less note. In fact, they generally remain hidden out of
sight. |
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Terri Corcoran |
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Adrienne Gruberg |
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Joan Hanson |
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Sonia Marcello
is a 3rd year osteopathic medical student at the university, who
participated in both programs. (see below) |
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Jordan Levine |
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Ed Guion |
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Lori Bishop |
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Gary Joseph LeBlanc
founder of
Dementia Mentors
Eric Wegner
is living with dementia and making his diagnosis manageable by
working with Dementia Mentors. Gary also has a web site that offers hints on care giving at http://www.commonsensecaregiving.com . |
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Carter Strang
If you are a woman, or a man, of a certain age, some things are
etched into your mind. You remember exactly where you were when
John Kennedy was shot, when the Beatles first appeared on Ed
Sullivan and also when the four students were killed at Kent
State. The latter memories might be particularly strong for some
individuals because they view them in starkly personal terms.
They feel that it could just as easily been them who was killed
as it was the four young people who met that fate.
Carter Strang has delivered numerous presentations on the Kent
State Tragedies, discussing how the shootings impacted upon him.
He is currently a partner with the Ohio-based Tucker Ellis, with
a primary focus on
environmental, mass tort, and product liability litigation.
Before he attended law school, Carter earned both the Jennings
Scholar and Taft Fellow teaching awards in his career as a high
school teacher and coach. |
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Dan Barker |
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Peggi
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Johanna Jameson
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Shannon Reglus |
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Toni Mulee |
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Louanne
Ludwig
was a driven and successful real estate
agent. However, she maintains that one thing often separated her
from others who enjoyed her bounty. She was restless and
unfulfilled; her disquiet culminated during one hectic season
when she began to sense that could communicate with the Divine.
These sentiments led her on a quest for spiritual enlightenment,
not hot properties, and as her search deepened so did her
feeling of peace and joy as well as a desire to share her
discoveries with others. |
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Philip Stotter
Everybody knows that being physically active could help the ever
increasing number of Americans who are overweight to take off
unwanted pounds. But what might seem like an easy challenge – go
to the gym or just take a brisk walk – can become daunting for
some people whose bulk makes movement uncomfortable. |
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Joan Tabb Her latest book is titled Building Blocks for the NEW retirement: An easy, interactive 8-step guide for a retirement with meaning, purpose and fun. |
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The Barnes Twins |
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Kat Meyer |
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Dr. Clark Echols |
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Karen Hatfield
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Lisa Scotese Gallagher
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Judy Valentine
was still quite young when she first made a name for herself singing around the Boston area. And although many decades have passed since she first ventured on stage – she is now in her 90s – her enthusiasm and ability to connect with audiences captivate people as much today as they ever did. She and her then husband, Sherm Feller – he
eventually became the public address announcer at Boston’s
Fenway Park and a prolific composer – hosted a radio show called
“A Feller and A Girl.” He did most of the announcing but Judy
won renown for her singing. And she gained even more fans as she
performed on an early show for children along with co-star
Carroll Spinney; he soon grew feathers and became the legendary
"Big Bird." Multi-talented, Judy also produced more than 30
recordings including the classic "I'm a Little Tea Pot." |
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Charlie Mosbrook
Throughout his music career, Charlie Mosbrook has always worked
to build a strong connection with his audience. His powerful
baritone plus his expert guitar playing gave voice to that
commitment when, as a young man, he sang original folk songs on
street corners and subway platforms throughout the eastern
United States. |
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Dr. Donna Halper
can claim bragging rights as being both somebody who helped to
mold history as well as somebody who published books about it.
While still in her 20s, she held an administrative position at
the Cleveland-based WMMS, an earlier adapter of a rock and roll
format. |
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Jay Westbrook
when his political passions were fueled when as a child his
family lived in several different Southern states – Arkansas,
Texas, Kentucky, Florida – and he had ample opportunity to see a
broad scope of the American landscape. And then years later when
he moved to Cleveland, Ohio Jay put his fervor into action; he
helped to form Ohio Public Interest which is now Ohio Citizens
Action. Its web site is http://www.wrlandconservancy.org |
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Dr. Marilyn Gugliucci Medical students generally spend much of
their time in the classroom, in laboratories or studying on
their own. But Dr. Marilyn Gugliucci, Professor and Director of
Geriatrics Education and Research at the Maine-based University
of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNE COM)
designed and implemented two initiatives that take them out of
these accustomed environments. |
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David Nassaney
During 1996, David Nassaney’s wife, Charlene, suffered a massive
stroke that left her with severe speech and mobility
impediments. In time, however, thanks to her strong faith and
determination, she became able to resume many of the activities
that had filled her life before she experienced this trauma. |
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Debra Muzikar |
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Jalaja
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Lynda Shrager
Her website is
http://www.otherwisehealthy.com |
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Rick Shapiro
The individuals whom Rick Shapiro interviewed for his book
Hope Never Dies: How 20 Late-Stage and Terminal Cancer Patients
Beat the Odds might not think of themselves as being
anything special. But they did manage to accomplish something
that is almost by its very definition miraculous. They survived
a diagnosis of terminal cancer. And the fact that some of them
are still thriving years after they received this dire diagnosis
remains noteworthy in the extreme. Rick's website is http://www.hopeneverdies.com |
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Garry Berman
These days it is almost hip and trendy not to own a television –
or for that matter, a radio. Computers and mobile devices that
can stream pretty much everything have made this technology
obsolete for some people. However, things were very different
when the Baby Boomers, folks born right after World War II, were
coming of age.
Televisions and radios, bulky as they might have been at that
point, were front and center during that historical juncture.
They blared during times when entire families were gathered
together in their living rooms and during times when teens
journeyed out on their own. And Garry Berman has made a career
out of writing about these cultural happenstances; the Beatles
and comedians such as Ed Wynn remain an ongoing fascination for
him. Garry has also written in collaboration with Kelly Marie Thompson, a native of South Shields, England on comedy scripts and on a book From Me To You. His web site is http://www.garryberman.com |
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Molly McMahon Molly McMahon Graziano is a founding member of Ohio End of Life Options.
Its web site is
http://www.ohiooptions.org
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Kathy Hatfield
Nursing homes are often perceived as being insensitive to
individual needs, the last place in the world you would want to
spend your declining years. But, as it strives to live up to its
name, the North Carolina-based Almost Home Group has long worked
to prove that these facilities can be reconfigured to offer more
personalized care. The three homes it administers are not only
welcoming and homelike but also committed to benefiting
residents by keeping them as mentally and physically active as
possible. |
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Mark Cheplowitz
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William Pullen Fitness
enthusiasts often claim that you have to engage in very
strenuous workouts to gain any tangible results. But, at least
as Psychotherapist William Pullen describes it Dynamic Running
Therapy (DRT) takes a much gentler approach. It maintains that
virtually any form of exercise has the power to guide us out of
emotional pain as long as it is practiced with mindfulness and
it can become particularly valuable when combined with talk
therapy. |
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Noreen Renier Police officers generally conduct criminal investigations by collecting hard evidence – cell phones or even a few strands of DNA left behind at a crime scene. On the other hand, however, psychics almost by definition rely upon their intuitions when attempting to crack a challenging case. So, it would seem logical to conclude that two will never find themselves working harmoniously as a team, but Noreen Renier has long attempted to disprove that assumption.
A well-known psychic detective, she
has worked on over 600 unsolved cases with city, county, and
state Law Enforcement Agencies. Yet, she strongly believes that
psychic like herself should only be brought in as a last resort
when professionals using more traditional methods have hit dead
ends in their efforts to untangle difficult cases. Noreen’s web site is http://www.noreenrenier.com And she discusses her career which has had its share of successes – not to mention more than a few controversies in her book “A Mind for Murder.”
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Josh Ruminski The term “depression” is tossed around with increasing frequency these days. People can often be heard saying, “I am depressed” or “So and so has obvious depression.” Yet, the fact that “depression” has entered our common parlance does not necessarily mean people comprehend how devastating this condition can be. And aware of that fact, Josh Ruminski started the Ohio-based Happy Thoughts Candles in the hopes of raising their understanding of these matters. He defines depression as being a serious but treatable unbalance that causes people not only to feel sad but also to lose interest in activities they once enjoyed, as their ability to function declines. A suicide survivor himself, Josh contributes 20 per cent of this firm’s revenue to suicide prevention charities. The candles Happy Thoughts Candles markets are made of essential oil. Some are termed Mental Health Candles, while others are dubbed Seasonal or Year-Round. Jossh’s company’s web site is http://www.happythoughtscandlesco.com/ |
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Dr. Thelma Reese
Dr. Thelma Reese’s
professional life has often evolved along unplanned paths. She
taught because teaching offered her a convenient schedule;
teaching led to her earning a doctorate and becoming an
educational psychologist. And from that point on, she gravitated
towards being a consultant for Hooked on Phonics, other
educational products and consulting companies. |
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Jordan Goodman T here was a time not so long ago when people could safeguard their Golden Years by simply putting their money into investments that involved little risk but paid relatively high rates of return. However, times have changed. These days, bonds, savings accounts, CDs and other investments that once provided people with at least a modicum of security are essentially a losing proposition. The interest they pay is lower than is the rate of inflation and you owe taxes on the minimal return they do deliver.So, taking all of this into account, folks are turning away from the investments their parents or grandparents favored and trying their hand at those which carry a higher risk. And as that happens many of them are relying upon the advice that people such as Jordan Goodman – America’s Money Answers Man – dispense. For 18 years, Jordan served as Wall Street correspondent for Money magazine. He is also the author / co-author of 13 best-selling books on personal finance, including Master Your Debt Fast Profits in Hard Times, Everyone’s Money Book, Master Your Money Type, Barron’s Dictionary of Finance and Investment Terms and Barron’s Finance and Investment Handbook. Jordan’s web site is http://www.moneyanswers.com |
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Laura Golino de Lovato
In Portland Oregon, as is the case throughout the entire country, the recovery from the Great Recession (of 2007 – 2009) has been quite uneven. Some residents of that city are now earning impressive salaries in the tech companies that have made it their home base. And armed with ready cash, they have pushed the price of housing in Portland past rates that are affordable for the elderly. And being acutely aware of this fact, the Northwest Pilot Project is working to ensure that these individuals do not end up homeless. It advocates for them by constantly working to increase financial assistant that will enable them to pay for application fees, security depots or other move-in costs. And it also keeps a careful tracking of affordable housing in Portland, providing essential documentation that more needs to be made available, particularly in the city’s downtown area. Laura Golino de Lovato is the group’s executive director. Its web site is http://www.nwpilotproject.org |
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Megan Hustings
The average hourly wage needed to
afford a two-bedroom rental home in America is $13.96,
a sum much higher than the wages many people earn. Hoping
to make the public aware of these realities, this organization
sponsors a speaking bureau as well as an annual Hunger &
Homelessness Awareness Week and Homeless Persons' Memorial Day.
Having been with the organization for 8 years, Megan Hustings
serves as the Interim Director at the National Coalition for
Homelessness.
This organization web site, which provides extensive information
about the demographics and causes of homelessness, is http://www.nationalhomeless.org |
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Cindy Spertner Teen aged angst has been given voice in
numerous popular sings, such as “A Teenager in Love,” and in
reading list mainstays, such as Catcher in the Rye. Teen Ink,
however, takes a different approach to these matters. Instead of
allowing recording artists or middle aged writers to express the
emotions young people are experiencing, it encourages teens to
speak for themselves through their essays, poems and art work.
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Nancy Clark |
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Adaire Petrichor
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Todd Thomas
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Genevieve Gipson
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Jordan Goodman There was a time not so long ago when people could
safeguard their Golden Years by simply putting their money into investments
that involved little risk but paid relatively high rates of return. However,
times have changed. These days, bonds, savings accounts, CDs and other
investments that once provided people with at least a modicum of security
are essentially a losing proposition. The interest they pay is lower than is
the rate of inflation and you owe taxes on the minimal return they do
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Jim Swanner If you watch old Westerns, or even some
television shows, you will see people trying to control horses,
literally forcing them to jump higher or race faster. But when
he instructs his riding students, Jim Swanner encourages them to
forget about these images and practice natural horsemanship,
which relies upon communication. |
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Stan Brock
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Andrew Silverstein who runs this company, with his partner, Dan Shaki, describes himself as being a lifelong New York. And pretty much everybody knows what that means: Unlike the majority of Americans, particularly suburbanites, he does not drive a car. He walks fast and he could not envision himself living anywhere other than in one of the five boroughs. For Andrew, being a tour guide in NYC, is a dream job because over the years he has acquired a surplus of information about his hometown and he loves sharing it with others. For many tourists, visiting New York City means going to
Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building. But
Streetwise New York is dedicated to expanding people’s knowledge of the city
far beyond these iconic structures. And with that purpose in mind, its
guides lead them on tours that uncover a part of this city – graffiti art,
fish markets – that is not found in guidebooks or displayed in guidebooks.
Founded during 2011, this company has been written up in Fodor’s, Reuters,
NY Daily News, The Village Voice. |
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Branden Pedersen is operations manager for the Little Free Library; he handles community engagements, works with builders and develops partnerships The Little Free Library is headquartered in Wisconsin.
But it, in effect has branches located literally throughout the world. These
“branches” are not offices in the most traditional sense. Rather, they are
depositories that resemble bird feeders but have handles people can use to
open and close them instead of holes through which birds can fly. People
place books into these depositories, making a contribution, and then others
can take a volume for free when they visit them. |
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Tristan Rader
As its name implies, the Cuyahoga County Progress Caucus
supports a long list of left-leaning initiatives each of which
falls into one of the following broad categories: social
justice, international justice, environmental justice, racial
justice, political justice, economic justice. And hoping to
remain as grass roots as possible, this group works through the
efforts of what it calls the Trump Response Team. Members of
this group swing into action when measures the caucus strongly
opposes come before the public, encouraging others to voice
their opposition by contacting office holders or joining
protests. Tristan Rader has serves as the Operations
Director for this caucus. He has spent his entire career in the
non-profit sector, working extensively in digital media and
social services for groups such as the Cleveland Food Bank.
Tristan holds a BA in Business Administration from Kent State,
an MPA in Economic Development from Cleveland State and a
certificate in leadership and organizing from the Harvard
Kennedy School of Government. The caucus’ website is http://cuycpc.org |
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Carol Kershaw Ed.D. and Bill Wade Ph.D. are not necessarily trying to change the world. They are, however, dedicated to helping clients adjust their thought processes in ways that might positively transform their lives. Pragmatic in the extreme, their efforts often involve things as simple as encouraging people to calm their minds by improving their posture. An exercise outlined in their book – The Worry Free Mind: Train Your Brain, Calm the Stress Spin Cycle, and Discover a Happier, More Productive You - for example, instructs readers to strike a “Wonder Woman” pose with their hand on their hips.Dr. Kershaw is a licensed psychologist in private practice and Co-Director of the Milton H. Erickson Institute of Houston. She has employed hypnosis to help clients manage everything from diabetes to trauma and asthma. Dr. Wade is a psychotherapist at the Institute for Family Psychology and Co-Director of the Milton Erickson Institute of Houston in Houston, Texas. Traveling nationally, he has led workshops on overcoming depression and anxiety. Their web site is http://www.drscarolandbill.com |
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He Gin Lee
An architect, He Gin Lee has designed literally hundreds of
buildings spread across New York City's five boroughs and more
outlying areas. His projects include structures as diverse as
The First Korean Baptist Church in Queens and the Fort Lee
Development in Fort Lee, NJ. All of these structures are what
might be termed green buildings designed to protect the
environment by keeping carbon output to a minimum. |
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Bev Haettich Adoption Network Cleveland provides a broad breadth of services for anybody touched by adoption for the lifelong journey – adoptees, birthparents, adoptive parents, foster youth and alumni, foster parents and professionals. Among other things, it helps adoptees reunite with their birthparents and also guides birthparents through the process of finding their biological children. Under Ohio law, it has always been possible for adoptees who were adopted before January 1, 1964 to obtain their original birth records. Thanks to Adoption Network Cleveland’s efforts, however, a law went into effect on March 20, 2015 that extended that right to persons who were adopted between 1964 and 1996. Adoption Network Cleveland is supported by memberships, and donations from individuals, foundations, government, and corporations. To learn more about their services visit their web site at http://www.adoptionnetwork.org A birth mother, Bev worked with Adoption Network Cleveland as she successfully sought to connect with her adult daughter in 1993. Her husband, Rob, is the birthfather. Read more about Bev’s story in Cleveland Scene magazine. Click link Content-oid=7239156 |
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Ora Nadrich
Ever since she was a young child, Ora Nadrich, has been
relentlessly curious about the thought processes that swirl
through people’s minds. And over the years her curiosity led her
to become a therapist who trains clients to ask this series of
questions when confronted with hurtful comments: |
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Adaire Petrichor An end of life doula (EOLD), Adaire Petichor
provides compassionate care for people challenged by a life
altering diagnosis or a terminal illness. Among other things,
she works to ensure her clients receive interventions that will
ease their symptoms to the greatest extent possible. Always
anxious to touch as many people as possible, she conducts
outreach efforts in conjunction with religious organizations,
support groups and workshops. |
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Doreen Berts These days, people seem to be more
politically motivated than they were at any other point in
recent history; they remain determined to enact change. Their
challenge: Nobody seems to know how they might the changes they
so obviously want. That is where Life Obstacles comes into the
picture. |
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Laurel Howes When she opened her Ohio- based It’s So You!
Boutique, during 2010 Laurel Howes had only recently survived a
rough stretch that she considers her own personal Annus
horribilis (horrible year). Her mother had died of cancer and
she had lost her job within a very short period of time. |
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Author Larry Toombs has experienced what might politely be termed
a life full of adventures, one that might have led a less
determined individual to stop trying. He has endured the
humiliation of homeless and the trials of drug rehab. https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=author%20larry%20toombs%20gospel%20radio%20show |
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Edward Hoagland
It might be natural to assume that stuttering would make it
harder for somebody to reach his/her career or personal goals
whatever those aspirations might be. But Edward Hoagland
maintains that his inability to speech distinctly is, at least
partly, responsible for his having gained success as a writer.
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John Thibault If you listen to even the most casual
conversations these days, you cannot help noticing how often
they turn to politics. But that does not necessarily mean people
know how they can transform their concerns into an effective
message, enacting laws. And iLobby remains determined to close
that gap. |
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As she passed through her middle years,
Charlene Nassaney was enjoying pretty much everything about her
life: her family, her home, her community, traveling. All of
that changed, however, during 1996 when she suffered a massive
stroke that left her severely speech impaired and paralyzed on
her right side.
The first 2 years after her stroke were the toughest. But in
time, her belief in God grew until she finally became not only
accepting of her situation but also anxious to help others who
faced physical challenges.
And as her life transitioned in unexpected ways, her husband,
David Nassaney, also experienced some exciting personal growth.
He is now the host of Dave, The Caregiver’s Caregiver, a show on
blog talk radio, and his latest book is entitled The Capable
Caregiver, How To Protect Yourself From Burnout While Giving
Excellent Care To Your Loved One. |
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Appreciative living has long been applied within the business
world to help employers become more productive and form closer
bonds. But Jackie Kelm maintains that it can prove just as
impacting within people’s personal lives; she has spent the last
14 years educating people about its benefits. |
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Jenny Maher Possibly, because she is modest by nature,
Jenny Maher often becomes uncomfortable when somebody refers to
her as being an “inspiration.” It is, however, easy to
understand how people might view her in these terms. After a
suicide attempt left her physically disabled she was told she
would live in a hospital the rest of her life. But she was
determined to set her life along a more positive course. And she
is now living independently as she gains recognition both as a
published author and a painter. |
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Joy Loverde For the past 15 years, Joy Loverde has given
workshops on aging issues, helping family members and
organizations cope with the financial and emotional burdens
implicit in caring for elderly loved ones. The author of
Complete Eldercare Planner: Where to Start, Questions to Ask,
How to Find Help (Random House, 2009, Revised and Updated), her
work has been featured on the Today show, and on CBS News.
Articles she wrote have been published in Reader’s Digest New
Choices, World @ Work Journal, American Compensation Association
Journal, TEC International Organization of CEOs, Journal,
Employee Services Management Magazine and others. |
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Dr. Eboni Green
Much has been written about the fact that family caregivers
remain vulnerable to depression and burnout. But strategies that
might help them to manage these feelings have received
considerably less attention. And Dr. Eboni Green hopes to fill
this gap by providing these individuals with some practical
advice that might help them achieve greater wellness. She
approaches these concerns from a unique perspective as she has
worked as a registered nurse and a caregiver and also holds a
Ph.D. with a concentration in health care administration. |
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Daryl Wein
More than 30 million Americans have diabetes; an estimated 80 million
also have the disease, or at least pre-diabetes, but don't know it.
However, despite the fact diabetes can cause serious complications,
these statistics are not as staggering as they might first appear. Many
of these people are able to manage this disease by sticking to a strict
regime of diet exercise and, if needed, medication. |
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Deanna Adams
An Ohio-based free lance writer, Deanna
Adams has had articles published in a wide variety of newspapers and
magazines. Her article on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum
appeared in The Encyclopedia of the Midwest.
Her books include Rock ’n’ Roll and the
Cleveland Connection (Kent State University Press, 2002),
Confessions of a Not-So-Good Catholic Girl (Infinity Publishing,
2008), Cleveland’s Rock and Roll Roots (Arcadia Publishing,
2010), Peggy Sue Got Pregnant (Soul Mate Publishing,
2013), and Scoundrels & Dreamers (Soul Mate Publishing, 2014).
Her latest book is The Writer's GPS: A
Guide to Writing & Selling Your Book.
Deanna is also an instructor for The
Cuyahoga County Libraries’ Literary Programs, Lakeland Community
College, and Literary Cleveland, where she teaches and speaks on a
number of writing topics. She serves as the coordinator of the Western
Reserve Writers’ Conference, and director/founder of the Women Writers’
Winter Retreat.
Her web site is
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Rabbi Yossi Marazov
The Michigan-based Friendship Circle International offers teens and young
adults with special needs social and recreational activities. But its
mission is actually much broader than providing support for these young
people as they gain self-esteem by interacting with one another. The Friendship Circle’s Cleveland Chapter was formed during 2003 and presently serves 210 young people and their family. An estimated 250 teen-agers serve as volunteers for this group, which is supported almost exclusively by private and corporate donations. Its web site is http://www.friendshipcircle.org/about/friendship-circle-international/ Rabbi Yossi Marazov is this group’s Executive Director and his wife, Esty, works as its Program Director. They both came to the Friendship Circles’ Cleveland chapter during 2003, as Emissaries for the Chabad House, which seeks to bring Jewish teachings and traditions to interested people. |
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Rev. Winn Henderson, M.D.
We all hear a great deal these days about addictions and how they might best
be treated. But a pioneer in a very real way Rev. Winn Henderson, M.D. first
began speaking about these matters 40 years ago. Over the decades, he has
counseled literally hundreds of people both in person and on the phone. |
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Rev. Tracy Lind
Trinity Cathedral, which is currently celebrating its 200 birthday is
known for being many things: a historic landmark, downtown Cleveland’s
first green building a gathering place and center for meetings and
events. It is, however, anxious to be known above all else as an
inclusive congregation concerned about the world around it. And when the
Very Reverend Tracey Lind became its Dean during 2000, she was intent
upon continuing and expanding that tradition. |
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Sheri A. Lunn
These days, increasingly more people are met with welcomeness and
acceptance when they are open about their sexual orientation. Yet, many
LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual and queer) youths are still
feeling a strong sense of isolation or shame. And sometimes these
sentiments can lead to tragedies. A national survey of adolescents that
was published in American Journal of Public Health found that LGBTQ
youths were more than twice as likely to have attempted suicide as were
their peers. |
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Laurie Leonard,
executive director of End of Life Choices New York, maintains that too
many people suffer needlessly as they are dying. And taking that point a
step further she maintains that, at least in some cases, medical
advances prolong the dying process instead of extending life. So, she
takes pride in the fact her organization remains committed to ensuring
that people have a peaceful passing which remains in keeping with their
wishes and needs.
To achieve that objective, it educates the public about their options:
advanced directives, pain management, hospice and palliative care. It
also advocates for legislative that would legalize medical aid in dying
and other new laws that improve end of life care as well as for
individuals being poorly served in nursing homes. The
group’s web site is
http://endoflifechoicesny.org/ It
is funded by donations and grants and its services are free of charge.
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Linda Krasienko
A Place for Us |
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Carey Gibbons |
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Jon Radulovic
Until quite recently, terms such as “palliative
care,” “end of life choices” or “hospice” were rarely mentioned in
polite society. Now, however, they have become an accepted part of our
national lexicon. And at least some of that transition can be attributed
to the ongoing efforts of the Virginia-based National Hospice and
Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO). |
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Barbara Feinberg who functions as both a life coach and as a
therapist, often brings a little something extra into the mix when she
interacts with clients. Years of experience in the business world have
granted her a strong understanding of how financial matters impact upon
all aspects of people’s lives. And she feels that this approach makes
her uniquely qualified to support people who are going through
transitions, such as divorces or retirement. |
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Colleen Clark |
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Toni Mullee
Most typically, humans have 22 pairs of chromosomes plus two sex
chromosomes - XX for women and XY for men. But sometimes, people are
born with an extra 21st chromosome, having a condition known as Down
Syndrome; trisomy 21 is the technical name. People with Down syndrome
have an increased risk for certain medical conditions and developmental
delays that range from very mild to severe. But these days, their
challenges can often be managed, and these individuals attend school,
work, participate in decisions that affect them, and contribute to
society in many ways. |
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Nate Bishko |
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Daniel Stokar |
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Judith Eugene
Some people might figure that they will face nothing but frustration if
they try to learn something new at an advanced age. So, as they age,
they become reluctant to attempt anything they consider even the least
bit adventuresome. But Judith Eugene, founder of the Ohio-based Loving
Hands Group, is determined to put an end to their reluctance.
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Dr. Marilyn Gugliucci
Most typically, medical students receive training intended to teach them
what it means to be a doctor. But two innovative programs at (the
Maine-based) The University of New England College of Osteopathic
Medicine (UNECOM) are taking a very different approach. They are
designed to immerse students into care environments to advance
understanding about what it means to be a patient. |
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Dr. Winn Henderson His web site is
http://www.freedomfromaddiction.info
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Dr. Lee DeLorge |
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Genevieve Gipson |
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Jill Mattson Modern day physicists and visionaries from as far back as ancient Egypt might have their strong points of disagreement. But they virtually all agree on one thing. The health of our bodies - of any organism for that matter - is determined by the extent to which their vibrations remain in balance. And that is why sound healing can prove so effective. In an ironic twist, despite the fact that sound healing dates back to ancient times when it was a popular modality, it is a major component of state of the art therapy. A case in point: the Lithotripter, which can pulverize kidney or gall stones in a matter of hours. Sound therapy might prove particularly effective for elderly patients whose bodies might not respond well to various medicines. Jill Mattson has long been a proponent of sound healing, combining her knowledge of modern techniques with an extensive study of ancient civilizations. Her web site is http://www.jillswingsoflight.com Is it possible to put a short segment of this music on the air. I know there are certain restrictions but even a few seconds would be good. Sound Healing Music - Sounds of the Stars by Jill https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrlpcj46OG4&list=PLW5sxcnCkCYvxYdw4vZaV8qFtFFlOabgk |
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Dr. Eboni Green Dr. Eboni Green and her husband, Terrence Green, have combined their talents to ensure that the Nebraska-based Caregiver Support Services will live up to its potential as it bolsters caregivers. Terrence handles much of the marketing; he has worked for an impressive list of technology companies: IBM, Gateway, Western Wireless, and Xerox where he earned the Star award for his stellar sales record. Eboni, meanwhile, has both a nursing degree and a doctorate in human services. And she puts her education to work developing programs that help caregivers avoid stress and burnout. During 2002, she became the Nebraska State Representative for the National Family Caregiver's Association. Having contributed to a number of publications and given presentations that focus on training, assessing and supporting caregivers, she is the author of At the Heart of Matter and Caregiving in the New Millennium. Her web site which contains much valuable information plus self-assessment surveys for caregivers is http://caregiversupportservices.com/
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Rosemarie Ousley
Eversight Ohio, which provides corneal tissue for transplantation and
research, compiled some impressive statistics during 2015 Thanks to its
efforts, 1478 people received corneal transplants, 1203 donors gave the
gift of sight, and 59% of Ohioans are now registered as tissue donors. |
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Karen Roberts
An estimated one out of every four Americans (90 million individuals)
assist loved ones who require help carrying out activities of daily
living. And, needless to say, they are supporting a wide very wide range
of individuals: special needs children, wounded soldiers, relatively
young people with MS, elderly people challenged by the frailties of old
age. No matter what the specifics the Washington, D.C.-based Caregiver
Action Network (CAN) is committed to helping caregivers manage the
“responsibilities” they have assumed.
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Sona Mehring During 1997, JoAnn Hardegger and Darrin Swanson, had a premature baby
named Brighid. And anxious to help them connect with people concerned
about Brighid’s well-being, their friend, Sona Mehring, did something
that soon led to the inception of CaringBridge. |
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Timothy Smith
As is the case with similar organizations elsewhere, Community
Greenhouse Partners is committed to providing local customers with fresh
fruits and vegetables. However, it confronts some considerable
challenges as it strives to achieve that goal. The cold Cleveland
winters are hardly conducive to growing food throughout the entire year.
Budgetary restrictions make it hard for many Cleveland residents to
afford (fresh) fruits and vegetables. |
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Dr. Connie Siskowsk Much is being said these days about family care
givers and the challenges they face. But that ongoing dialogue might be
perpetuating a somewhat inaccurate picture of the individuals who are
handling these responsibilities. It generally assumes that they are
middle-aged or older when in fact many young people are supporting loved
ones on a daily basis. |
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Mary Beth Bartholomew
first became involved with programs at the Cleveland
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center shortly after
she and her partner moved from San Francisco to that city during 1996.
Then, nine years later, she was drawn to the center’s SAGE (Services and
Advocacy for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Elders) program as
being a place where she could utilize the program development and
leadership skills she had honed as an educator. She now heads that
program. |
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Linda Krasienko |
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Bob Finnie |
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David Nassaney |
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Jay Westbrook |
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Dr. Paul Kurlansky |
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Judith Eugene
Some people might figure that they will face nothing but frustration if
they try to learn something new at an advanced age. So, as they age,
they become reluctant to attempt anything they consider even the least
bit adventuresome. But Judith Eugene, founder of the Ohio-based Loving
Hands Group, is determined to put an end to their reluctance.
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Mike Saunders As an Authority Positioning Strategist, Mike Saunders
helps his clients, many of whom are business owners, evolve a unified
online marketing blueprint. Taking a broad approach, he guides them
towards making the most of every available marketing avenue – press
releases, radio interviews or book publishing. |
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Bart Smyth
calls himself a modern day shaman. To the uninitiated that designation
might sound like a complete oxymoron. How can somebody be a modern day
shaman when these healers belonged to a previous (post modern) age? But
Bart definitely has found a receptive audience for his work, having
assisted 35,000 people worldwide. Many of them have found relieve from
chronic and debilitating conditions through his efforts which combine,
among other things, Thai Shiatsu, Hansa Shiatsu, Massage, Reiki,
Abayanga Massage and Neuro Muscular Movement. |
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Todd Bartimole If you asked Todd Bartimole what he does for a
living, he would respond simply, “I am an attorney who specializes in
Elder Law.” But that brief response might not give you a very realistic
understanding of what he actually does. In addition to performing the
usual lawyerly duties, he also helps clients apply for Medicare. And
quite often, he is called upon to deal with disability and special needs
planning.. |
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Donna Halper
At a point in her life when many people are
contemplating retiring, Dr. Donna Halper took an opposite approach. She
decided to start something new as she worked towards her PhD. And her
persistence paid off as it resulted in her taking a teaching position at
Lesley University (in Massachusetts). In that position, she – a Baby
Boomer – has had a unique opportunity to mix with millennials and
discover how these two generations both differ and enjoy many
commonalities. |
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John Zitzner
does not claim to have a plan – secret or otherwise – that can save
failing urban schools. But he does point with proud to what he has
managed to achieve as the President of Friends of Breakthrough Schools.
This organization helps to close the gap between the public funding this
group of charter schools receives and the monies it needs to operate.
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Lorraine Perillo
remembers that when she was still quite young her father who was an
opera singer owned numerous books on psychology, reflexology and
massage. And she would spend many happy hours going through them. These
excursions began her lifelong mission to learn as much as possible about
mind body connections. |
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Quamran Taj, CPC (Q) acknowledges he has
treated life as if it was a “restaurant sample,” as he tried everything
on the menu. His adventures included a stint as a Christian minister,
public speaker, counselor and mentor, Interfaith minister, published
author, writer, freelance artist, amateur musician, radio host and most
recently a Certified Professional Life Coach. His experiences have left
him with a strong spiritual faith. |
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Jim Wilkins
Jim's extensive background in the construction trades stretches back
several decades; he has worked, at various times, as a journeyman
carpenter, senior cost estimator, design and engineering manager. And on
more than one occasion, he even helped construct mega-mansions. About
five years ago, however, Jim began steadily downsizing both
professionally and personally. |
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Dan Barker
A former evangelical minister and graduate from the Azusa Pacific
University, Dan Barker, announced during 1984, that he had become an
atheist. He subsequently appeared on AM Chicago (hosted by Oprah
Winfrey), talking about how he had “kicked the religion habit.” |
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Clark Echols is minister of the Glendale New Church, located in a Cincinnati suburb. And in that position, he remains committed to carrying out that congregation’s mission - offering worshipers a spiritual framework to live by and supplying solutions to difficult life-questions. This church supports each individual in forging a personal relationship with God, providing direction, strength, and peace for everyday life. And he has had a lifelong belief in the reality of life after death, being particularly attracted to the works of Raymond Moody who wrote Life After Life. So, taking all that into account, it is hardly surprising that he would become a spokesperson for Cincinnati INANDS, an affiliate of the International Association for Near Death Studies. Clark’s group attempts to provide people who have had a NDE (near death experience) with group or personal counseling that will allow them to discuss these spiritually transforming episodes within a non judgmental environment. By his accounting these people are gifted but not targeted. Clark’s web site is http://clarkechols.com/ |
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Adaire Pettry
works as an end-of-life doula educator and consultant, dedicating
herself to providing support and comfort for hospice patients and others
for whom medical treatment is no longer an option. She also has training in massage and reiki therapy.
Adaire has a private consulting practice in Cleveland, Ohio. She is the
founder and owner of connecting Heart 2 Heart and The Heart of Dying
Project which provides compassionate care and education. Her web site is
http://connectingheart2heart.com/index.html |
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David Pirtle David Pirtle was a restaurant manager in Phoenix, Arizona when the symptoms of schizoaffective disorder made it impossible for him to any longer maintain a job or a place to live. Shortly thereafter, he traveled across country, with his journeys eventually taking him to Washington D.C. where he lived on the streets until he was arrested and referred to a homeless shelter. During the summer of 2006 David and the other clients learned that their shelter was slated to be converted into a boutique hotel. After they organized and launched after a series of successful lobbying events and rallies, it was announced that the facility would be renovated and remain open indefinitely. David now resides in south-east Washington, D.C. and he is active in fighting for the rights of people who are experiencing homelessness and mental illness in the District of Columbia. David currently heads the Speakers Bureau for the National Coalition for the homeless. His web site is http://www.nationalhomeless.org/faces/bios/davidpirtle.htm |
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Dr. Dennis McCullough
Medical advances have translated into our living longer than was ever
previously the case or even the expectation. But as these advances have
emerged, our health care system has become increasingly more reliant
upon technology. And not all medical authorities think that is
necessarily a “good” thing, particularly for elders. |
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Karen Bowersox An incident that might have missed many people’s
notice is what led Karen Bowersox to start the Mentor, Ohio-based Downs
Designs®. While visiting with her granddaughter, Maggie, she noticed
that her pants were always too long and her mother was constantly
rolling them up. Her long sleeve shirts were also too long for her and
needed to be rolled up. Mrs. Bowersox ‘s website is http://downsdesignsdreams.org . |
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http://www.dancingwheels.org
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Rick Guidotti
had worked in NYC, Milan and Paris as a high fashion
photographer, taking pictures of what were considered to be some of the
world’s most beautiful people. But that phase of his career lasted only
until a chance encounter on a Manhattan street totally changed the
direction in which he focused his camera lens. While waiting at a bus
stop he saw a girl whose beauty diverged from societal ideas – white
hair, pale skin, albinism. |
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Betsy Otter Thompson has had a varied career that has taken many fascinating twists and turns. All of her various efforts have, however, had one common thread: she has always gravitated towards the media. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, Betsy worked as an account executive for several radio stations before becoming a commercial print model and actor in television commercials. For seventeen years, she worked in Los Angeles at the
motion picture and television company Castle Rock Entertainment as the
Assistant to the Chairman and CEO. In August '99, she followed her boss
to Warner Bros. as he took a new position there as President and COO,
and became his Executive Assistant. |
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Coalition for Homelessness. Multitalented, she has handled grant
writing, website construction and also developed social media
strategies, awareness and fundraising campaigns during the more than 7
years she has worked at that organization. |
Among other things, Charlie Mosbrook is contemporary
singer/ songwriter. Strong traditional folk sensibilities, utilizing
guitar, mandolin, harmonica, fiddle, banjo and other acoustic
instruments, accompany his rich distinctive baritone voice. One
highlight of this 25-year career: he was voted Cleveland Scene
Magazine’s "Best Singer Songwriter" in 2011. |
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![]() Mr. Levine’s previous experience is quite varied and includes serving as news writer for ABC News, assignment editor for CBS News and producer for HGTV (Home and Garden Television). The foundation’s website is http://www.hospicefoundation.org Through that website it offers a service entitled “Ask the Expert” which allows visitors to make inquires of medical and other professionals. It also provides a directory of hospices plus resources on end of life care. |
Dr. Donna
Halper
has
always loved sports, particularly baseball. And when she was quite
young, she had thoughts about becoming a sports writing. As a girl
growing up back in the 1950s, however, she was discouraged from
following that career path. So, she left it essentially unpersued. |
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![]() Sure, one of these "partners" might have memory issues. But by Sean's accounting, they are still an important part of the team as they contribute a great deal during the museum tours his organization arranges. He maintains that even if they do not always remember what happens during these events, they still have an amazing ability to draw impressions from the art they encounter as they make their way through galleries. And in explaining why they display this talent, he notes "Art has the ability to transcend the limitations of conventional communication and language, leading to rich emotional connections and enabling people with Alzheimer's to break out of their shells, to become awakened." Sean’s website is http://www.imstillhere.org/ |
![]() During late 2012, Dr. Rantz secured a $14.8 million grant from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for their Initiative to Reduce Avoidable Hospitalizations among Nursing Facility Residents. This was the largest grant ever received across the entire University of Missouri-Columbia campus. Much of the research she has supervised since receiving this funding has been conducted at TigerPlace. Named in honor of the university’s mascot, TigerPlace is seeking to evolve a new model of independent housing where people can safely age in place while enjoying maximized independence and function. TigerPlace provides both an independent living environment for the area’s seniors and an opportunity for students from a variety of professional areas to interact with older adults. |
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The book Gayle Appel Doll wrote about sexuality has received
considerable attention. But no, her text is not something salacious or
something akin to Fifty Shades of Grey. And she did not script it to
shock, titillate or get on “Oprah.” Rather, Dr. Doll wrote "Sexuality in
Long-Term Care: Understanding and Supporting the Needs of Older Adults"
in the hopes of providing nursing facilities with guidelines that they
could employ when dealing with these sensitive matters. |
Dr. Aronson’s web site is http://www.louisearonson.com
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![]() took a fascinating and circuitous journey to become the founder of
Solay Superfood. His voyage included: college in Northern California,
jobs in a health food store, years spent as a monk in a small Yoga
Community where he learned the value of discipline and service to
others. Working long hours as the co-founder of a small Silicon Valley –
Silly Valley to him – start-up tested Derek's dedication to well-being.
But it did not stop him from continuing his study of foods that possess
a super high "power-to-weight ratio,” being ultra-nutrient-rich, without
having any excess fluff (superfoods). |
![]() believes that the memory challenges
that we all face as we age deserve not just a medical, but a public
health and community response. Claims we can cure Alzheimer’s in the
near future are hype that creates false expectations of fixes. Genuine
hope lies in asking deeper questions about the wonders of our brain,
what it means to age, and how we need to support each other in community
and in balance with nature. If it even exists it is not one disease but
many as is the case with cancer. And it might not be distinguishable
from normal brain aging, changes that come to all of us as we mature and
that might in many ways make us more fully human. Dr. Whitehouse
detailed these thoughts in The Myth of Alzheimer’s: What You Aren’t
Being Told about Today’s Most Dreaded Diagnosis. |
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The robotic equipment in these cottages, which have sleeping plus
bathroom areas, monitor vital signs, filter the air for contaminants,
and communicate with the outside world very easily. Sensors alert
caregivers to problems, and medication reminders are provided via
computers.
Dr.
Kenneth Dupin has helped has helped N2C which markets MEDcottages grow
from being an idea on drawing boards to an enterprise with a product. He
has more than 25 years experience in non-profit administration,
including organizational goals, capital procurement, financial oversight
and membership development.
The
website for MedCottges is
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Ms. Bowersox had no prior experience in the apparel industry, but she
was already administering her husband’s medical practice and wanted an
opportunity to make good use of her business expertise. However, her
journey has not necessarily been a smooth one.
Although she searched tirelessly, she could not find any clothing which
was designed for people with Down Syndrome and could serve a model for
the product she hoped to market. These individuals often have special
proportions which makes fitting them difficult.
But she persevered and with is now selling not only jeans but also shirts, shorts and capris. She expects to expand her business she it can serve people who require accessible clothing for any number of reasons |
Jim Swanner As a teacher, instructor, communicator, keynote speaker, clinician, writer and host of ‘All About Horses’ radio, Jim Swanner is dedicated to spreading the word about what he calls “natural horsemanship.” This technique helps humans communicate with horses and horses communicate with humans. Jim acknowledges, however, that reaching it can take riders a life time to reach this level of sensitivity. But he believes that the dedication working towards this goal pays off in big dividends. His web site is http://www.jimswanner.com |
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Frank Sansom's personal
experiences caring for family members led him to form Senior Care
Authorities which helps families find an appropriate (residential)
placement for their elder. These days, there are many available options –
assisted living, independent living - and the number is constantly
growing. So, making these decisions can become daunting if attempted
without professional guidance. Frank also hosts a weekly radio show called
"The Aging Boomers" which educates family caregivers and seniors on
pertinent issues facing them and makes them away of important resources.
Prior to starting Care, Frank was a veteran of the travel industry for 34
years.
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Mike Bentley is an Insurance Broker/Consultant who is active in working with non–for-profit organizations and small businesses in providing health insurance and other group benefits. He is also very active in assisting seniors with their Medicare questions and coverage needs. He established the Group Benefits Department at The Brooks and Stafford Company in 1998, where he not only continues serving today as Vice President, but he is also an active educator. Mike teaches continuing education courses for insurance professionals in Ohio and is also a frequent speaker on health insurance topics. He is licensed in multiple states and has his office in downtown Cleveland, Ohio.
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Dr. Zarit developed the Zarit Burden interview that measures the extent to which care giving might be placing a "burden" upon those who accept this "responsibility." This instrument has been used extensively in both therapeutic and research settings. His web site is http://www.hhdev.psu.edu/profile/StevenZarit#sthash.1jF9yHaX.dpuf |
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Ms. Caplan has also presented seminars throughout the US and the UK. Suzanne, providing older entrepreneurs with guidelines that will help them make their business more efficient. |