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Nursing (which Mennonite Home also offers).
David S. Warsaw, DO, MBA
Chief of Plastic Surgery
LGHealth/Penn Medicine
Options for a Beautifully
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Dr. Dale Rosenberg
Regional Gastroenterology
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Health & Wellness
In honor of National Doctors’ Day
March 30, 2016
On Behalf of the Medical Executive Committee, THANK YOU to the
physicians who support Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center
David Abbott, DO
Maxwell Adams, DDS
Masood Ahmad, MD
Chang Ahn, MD
Victor Altadonna, MD
Richard Altman, MD
Daniel Ammons, MD
Perry Argires, MD
Vincent Avallone, Jr., DO
Muhammad Azam, MD
Blendi Babameto, DMD
Matthew Bacharach, MD
Theodore Bailey, MD
David Baker, MD
John Bartges, MD
Seth Baublitz, DO
Livia Baublitz, DO
Jennie-Corinne Baublitz
Brenenborg, DO
Carl Becker, MD
Robert Belser, Jr., MD
Doreen Bett, DO
Veeral Bhoot, DO
Charrell Bird, MD
Brian Brislin, MD
Mark Brown, MD
Paul Brown, MD
Louise Butler, DO
Brian Calabrese, DO
Joseph Calkins, MD
Justin Cappiello, MD
Robert Carman, DO
Melissa Cavallaro DPM
Sadiya Cheshty, MD
Devyani Chowdhury, MD
William Chuang, MD
Susan Ciampaglia, DO
Bryan Cicuto, DO
David Cioffi DPM
Leslie Cohen, MD
Mark Cohen, DO
Carl Colton, MD
Jason Comeau, MD
Daniel Connell, Jr., MD
Wayne Conrad, MD
Colleen Cook-Moine, MD
Carmela Coppola, MD
Misti Coronel, MD
March/April 2016
John Cotter, MD
Gregory Cox, DO
Elizabeth Cullen, MD
Paul Curtin, DO
Kelly Curtin Hallinan, DO
Christine Dang, MD
Michelle David-Hugues, MD
Matthew Davidson, DO
Jeffrey Davis, MD
Lindsi DeArment, DO
Michael Del Terzo, MD
Stacey Denlinger, DO
Luciano DiMarco, DO
Donald Diverio, DO
Mayes, DOrmosh, MD
Raymond Dragann, DO
Jon Dubin, DO
Kristine Dziurzynski, MD
Richard Elkin, DO
Chinenye Emuwa, MD
Eugene Engle, MD
John English, MD
Matthew Evans, DO
Jacqueline Evans, DO
Mark Evans DPM
Saba Faiz, MD
Gregg Fasulo, MD
Michelle Fegley, MD
William Fetchik, DO
Peter Fodor DPM
Oluwamayowale Folaranmi, MD
Elizabeth Fowler, DO
Owen Fox, DO
Robert Frankel, MD
Elizabeth Frauenhoffer, MD
Thomas Fromuth, MD
Wendell Funk, MD
Leonardo Geraci, DO
Jeffrey Gerard, MD
Alexandra Gibas, MD
John Ginder, DO
Joel Gish, MD
Martin Gish, MD
Stephen Gold, DO
Louis Gray, MD
William Groff, DO
James Groff, DO
Seth Gunderson, DO
Atul Gupta, MD
Maria Hayes, DO
Thomas Herrmann DPM
Richard Herschaft, MD
Judith Hipple, DO
Lorin Hirsch, MD
Robert Hong, MD
David Hursh, DO
Peter Hurtubise, DO
Gordon Hutt, MD
Asha Ittoop, MD
Mark Jablonski, MD
Steven Jacobs DPM
Puneet Jairath, MD
Mark Jarowenko, MD
Jarod John, MD
Christopher Kager, MD
Patrick Kane, DO
Eric Katch, DMD
Clark Kaufman, MD
Navdeep Kaur, MD
Brian Keener, MD
Daniel Kegel, MD
Nathan Keller, DO
Stephen Kelminson, MD
Jeffrey Keyser, DO
Nazafarine Keyvani, DO
Glenn Kline, DO
Lee Klombers, MD
Margaret Knox-Lee, DO
Joseph Kosakoski, DO
Steven Kreamer DPM
Keith Kuhlengel, MD
Ketan Kulkarni, MD
David Kuntz, MD
Christopher Ladd, MD
Mehul Lalani, MD
Naeem Latif, MD
Ben Lazarus, DO
Eric Lee, MD
John Legere, DO
Dale Lent, DO
Michael Leser, DO
Kenneth Lessans, MD
Richard Levin, MD
Jeffrey Levine, DO
Sharee Livingston-Anderson, DO
Clifford Lomboy, MD
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Joy Long, MD
William Longenecker, DO
Daniel Lorenzo, MD
J. Paul Lyet, MD
Marek Ma, MD
Joseph MacDonald, DO
Vicki Mack, MD
Nicholas Mandalakas, MD
Venkatachalam Mangeshkumar, MD
Ovais Maqbool, MD
Louis Marotti, MD, PhD
Jeffrey Martin, MD
Francis Martinez, DO
Enrico Martini, MD
N. Anthony Mastropietro, MD
Jay McCardell, IV, DO
Dia McCaughan DPM
Mariah McCready, MD
Kevin McGann, DO
Christopher McLane, MD
Charles Mershon, MD
Andrew Meyer, MD
Glenn Mieszkalski, MD
Thomas Miller, MD
Ami Milton, MD
Michaela Mocanu, MD
Bernadine Moglia, MD
William Monacci, MD
Douglas Morrissey, MD
Jennifer Mulhern DPM
Alexander Multak, MD
Linda Myers, MD
Yasir Naeem, MD
Sanjiv Naidu, MD
David Newcomer, MD
Jordan Newell, MD
Kristina Newport, MD
Thomas O Connor, DO
Pawel Ochalski, MD
Eugene Oh, MD
Marc Oliveri, DO
George Palmer, DO
Sunil Patel, MD
Nehal Patel, MD
Raymond Peart, MD
Manuel Peregrino, MD
Mark Perezous, MD
Marc Perlman, MD
Hiep Phan, MD
Richard Pollock, MD
I. Stanley Porter, MD
John Powell, MD
Ericka Powell, MD
Casey Prather, DO
Terry Prince, MD
James Probolus, MD
Avinash Purohit, MD
Dean Quimby, MD
Timothy Quinn, MD
Laleh Radfar-Baublitz, DO
Mark Regan, MD
Robert Reinhart, MD
Thomas Renz, DO
Alice Riden, MD
Linda Rimkunos, MD
Thomas Ring, MD
Anthony Rizzardi DPM
Karen Rizzo, MD
Charles Rodenberger, MD
F. Michael Rommel, MD
Robert Roschel, MD
Dale Rosenberg, MD
Justin Rosenberger, DO
David Rosenfeld, MD
Jahangir Rouhani, MD
Francis Ruggiero, MD
Paul Russinko, MD
Tipu Saleem, MD
Robert Sallavanti, MD
Fariha Sarij, MD
Jill Satorie, MD
Randall Saylor, MD
Gregg Schubach, MD
Ratan Shah, MD
Ankit Shah, MD
Rajiv Sharma, MD
Christopher Shih, MD
Ivan Shorter, DO
Suzanne Shulman, MD
Paul Sieber, MD
David Silbert, MD
Bruce Silverstein, DO
David Simons, DO
Surender Singh, MD
Kimberly Slusser, MD
David Smith, MD
Peter Smith DPM
Peter Smith, MD
Ellen Smith, MD
Jon Sneller, DO
David Somerman, DO
Robert Springer, MD
Michael Steelman, DO
Jeffrey Stiles, MD
Melanie Stone, MD
Kathleen Struminger, DO
Steven Sudbrink, DMD
David Svetec, MD
Sameera Syed, MD
Claudia Taboada, DO
Paul Teiken, MD
Chris Theodoran, DO
James Thurmond, MD
Lloyd Tinianow, MD
Terry Tressler, DO
Corey Troxell, DO
Alan Tuckman, MD
Timothy Tymon, MD
John Vakkas, DDS, MD
Jill Valuch, DO
David Vaughn, MD
Sandi Verbin, MD
Joseph Voystock, MD
Marc Weiner, MD
William West, DO
Thomas Westenberger, DO
Dale Whitebloom, DO
Gregory Wickey, MD
Steven Wilbraham, MD
Bronwyn Wilke DPM
David Wolf, DO
James Wolf, MD
Christopher Woodard, MD
Steven Woratyla, MD
William Wright, DO
Wen Ying Wu Chen, MD
Michael Younes DPM
Najamuz Zaman, MD
Gary Zartman, MD
Lancaster County Woman
Health & Wellness
Lancaster Fertility Recognizes National Infertility Awareness Week
Beth Niedrowski agrees. Sobel’s advice is the reason why
she is currently working with
Dr. Sobel on infertility issues
of her own.
Dr. Michael Sobel
Lancaster Fertility
by Michael C. Upton
With National Infertility Awareness Week running April 24
through 30, 2016, Dr. Michael
Sobel, DO, FACOOG, of Lancaster Fertility wants women to
know they are not alone with
infertility issues and that treatment is an ongoing, personalized process.
“The most important thing to
know about infertility treatment
is that it depends upon each individual situation,” said Sobel.
“The best advice to give a new
couple coming to our office
would be that we practice to
provide a diagnosis. We are not
here to intimidate people to force
them into a certain action.”
“It’s a very long process, and I
never realized how complicated
it could be,” said Niedrowski.
“The number-one recommendation I would give [is to] make
sure you find a doctor you are
comfortable with, because it
is confusing and complicated
at times. It’s an exciting journey, but at the same time it can
be scary.”
She tried working with three
other fertility practices before
finding Dr. Sobel and Lancaster
Fertility.
“They walked my husband and
me through every single aspect.
A lot of places seemed to assume I knew what the process
was,” said Niedrowski. “Dr.
Sobel was so informative and
explained everything to my
husband and me.”
The October newlywed started
the IVF process in February.
Her preliminary bloodwork and
diagnostic surgery is complete,
and she looks forward to starting the next phase of medication. Beyond IVF Lancaster
Fertility (a division of Abington
Reproductive Medicine) offers
infertility treatment options and
reproductive services, which
can include fertility medication
therapy, intrauterine insemination, intracytoplasmic sperm
injection (ICSI), preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD),
autologous endometrial coculture, egg donation and/or surrogacy. All of these treatments
will be described in full by Dr.
Sobel upon consultation.
“We feel so personally connected to Dr. Sobel,” said
Niedrowski, who commutes
45 minutes each way from her
Berks County home for her appointments at Lancaster Fertility. “We are so comfortable with
him, my husband and I said,
‘we’ll drive; we don’t care.’”
Sobel, who is board certified in
both reproductive endocrinology/infertility and obstetrics/
gynecology, joined Lancaster
Fertility after serving as the
clinical director for the Reproductive Science Institute
in Wayne, Pa., for 12 years.
This fact is only part of the experience he brings with him.
He received his undergraduate degree in chemistry from
F&M College and completed
medical school at the University of Medicine and Biosciences in Kansas City, Mo. It
was while receiving his postgraduate medical training and
completing his residency at the
University of Medicine and
Dentistry of New Jersey that
he found his passion for infertility treatment.
“There was a time, especially in
the 1980s, where the field of reproductive endocrinology was
not well known,” said Sobel.
“Science at the time was more
surgical than medical. In vitro
fertilization was in its infancy.”
He continued his specialization
with a clinical and research
fellowship in reproductive endocrinology at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Sobel
remained at Jefferson Medical
College as a full-time assistant
professor from 1992–1997.
“My interest evolved because
it’s a science that involves the
tools of internal medicine—
surgery—and laboratories. It’s
an interesting field that contains
so many aspects of science that
have fascinated me for my entire career,” said Sobel.
He explained there are also
myths about infertility to avoid.
Just relaxing will not necessarily increase chances of fertility—infertility is NOT a
psychological problem. Sobel
called the misnomer that adop-
tion increases the chances of becoming pregnant “a total myth.”
“Some couples really need
time,” said Sobel. He also
wants to stress that infertility is not solely a female issue.
“Generally, the source of infertility problems is split equally
among men and women. Essentially, almost half the time
it will be a male diagnosis, and
almost half the time it will be a
female diagnosis. Maybe about
10 percent of the time it will
contain both.”
With National Infertility Awareness Week upon us, now is the
time to “start asking,” says the
National Infertility Association,
the force behind the campaign.
Started in 1989, the awareness
movement aims to—among
other things—enhance public
understanding that infertility is a
disease that needs and deserves
attention.
For more info on National
Infertility Awareness Week,
please visit www.resolve.org/
niaw. #StartAsking
Lancaster Fertility
1059 Columbia Ave.
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 517-8504
www.lancasterfertility.org
We provide comprehensive female & male
infertility evaluation/treatment
• IVF (in vitro fertilization)
• ICSI (intracytoplasmic
sperm injection)
• Egg donation (we have
immediate availability for
recipients)
• IUI (intrauterine
insemination)/
donor insemination
• Assisted Hatching
• Blastocyst Culture and
Transfer
• Ovulation Induction
• Andrology Services
• Autologous endometrial
coculture for IVF
• Gestational carrier/
surrogacy consultation
and monitoring
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• LGBT Family Building
• Fertility Preservation–egg
and sperm freezing/storage
• Genetic counseling
• Preimplantation Genetic
Diagnosis (PGD)
• Treatment of recurrent
pregnancy loss
• PCOS (polycystic ovarian
syndrome)
• Endometriosis
• Da Vinci Robotic Surgery–
removal of uterine fibroids/
tubal ligation reversals
• Management of ectopic
pregnancy
• Reproductive urologist
for male infertility
March/April 2016
Health & Wellness
Strategies for Long-term Weightloss Success
Lawrence A. Wieger, DO
Lancaster General/Penn
Medicine Health
Healthy Weight Management
& Bariatric Surgery
When it comes to managing your health, losers can be
winners if they can keep the
weight off. Long-term weight
loss—intentionally losing at
least 10 percent of initial body
weight and maintaining the loss
for a year—can help improve
health and reduce the chance
of weight-related illnesses. So
how do you do that?
A “diet” isn’t enough. Permanent results require permanent
lifestyle changes. The National
Weight Control Registry
(NWCR) has tracked more
than 10,000 individuals who
have lost at least 30 pounds
and maintained that loss for at
least one year. Most NWCR
members report maintaining
a low-calorie, low-fat diet and
being active:
• 90 percent exercise an
average of 60 minutes daily
• 78 percent eat breakfast daily
• 62 percent watch fewer than
10 hours of TV per week
How to Stick with the Winners
One of the keys to permanent
weight loss is setting realistic
goals. A 10-percent weight
loss is both medically significant and realistic. Here are
some tips for losing the weight
and keeping it off:
Jen has lost 182 lbs.
Her weight loss has her
IN THE LEAD.
When Jen lost her father to heart disease, she vowed to change her life’s course. With a commitment
to better health, Jen chose bariatric surgery at Lancaster General Health/Penn Medicine. The
experienced team of weight loss experts and fellowship-trained surgeons partnered with her to tailor
a program based on her individual needs. Today, she is racing ahead at full speed.
Upcoming Seminars:
Seminar location:
April 28 5:30 – 7 pm
May 12 5:30 – 7 pm
May 26 5:30 – 7 pm
Healthy Weight Management & Bariatric Surgery
2150 Harrisburg Pike, Suite 300, Lancaster
Don’t stop taking strides.
To register for a seminar, visit LGHealth.org/classes
or call 1-888-LGH-INFO (544-4636).
Also offering an online seminar:
LGHealth.org/bariatricsonline
LGHealth.org/bariatrics
Choose well. Be well.
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and flavored coffee drinks,
each day.
It’s OK to break it
into 10-minute sessions.
and limit alcohol and fruit
juice. Eat whole fruit instead.
• Eat mindfully. Focus on the
food and enjoy it. Slow down
and savor it. Don’t eat in
front of the TV or computer.
• Be accountable. Successful
losers journal their food intake,
either on paper or with online
tools such as MyFitnessPal,
Lose It or Sparkpeople.
• Eat breakfast. A high-protein
breakfast keeps you full longer
than a high-carbohydrate breakfast. If you’re in a hurry, protein
shake meal replacements can
be an easy breakfast choice.
• Be active. Successful losers
average an hour of moderate
exercise, such as walking,
• Chew your calories. Avoid
sugary beverages such as
soda, sports drinks, sweet teas
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• Sleep well. People who get
adequate sleep are more successful at weight loss. Sleep
deprivation increases appetite
and hunger.
• Monitor your weight. Some
people weigh themselves
daily; others weekly. Still
others monitor progress by
how well their clothes fit.
Determine which strategy is
most helpful to you.
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• Be consistent. Successful
losers eat at the same time
during the week, weekends
and holidays.
• Plan and prepare. Make a few
days’ worth of meals ahead of
time when your schedule is not
busy. Having food on hand can
help avoid drive-through and
takeout meals.
• Eat at home. At six months,
people who cut back on eating at restaurants lost more
weight. If you do dine out,
bring half of the meal home.
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Learn How
to Lose
Lancaster General Health/Penn
Medicine offers a variety of resources to help you lose weight
and keep it off, including weightmanagement classes through
our Wellness department, a
medically managed weight-loss
program and, for those eligible,
a bariatric surgery program.
For more information, visit
LGHealth.org/bariatrics or
search “weight loss” on our
website, LGHealth.org.
Lancaster County Woman
Health & Wellness
Shed Your “STUBBORN” Weight This Spring!
This is our specialty! When all the other
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Dawn Cutillo, HHL
Natural Hormone Expert
Author, The Hormone “Shift”
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Many women feel that they are trying to eat
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March/April 2016
Health & Wellness
Colon Cancer Screening A Good Idea Even After 75, Research Suggests
for nearly 45,000 deaths annually, while nearly 150,000 more
people are diagnosed.
Justin J. Harberson, MD
Colon cancer should be like
polio—completely eradicated,
unheard of in our country. Instead, colon cancer remains the
number-2 cause of cancer deaths
in the United States. It accounts
People ask me every day, “What
made you go into this field?” I
often joke that I am the organic
plumber; my job is taking care of
the pipes on the inside. The real
answer to the question to why I
became a gastroenterologist is
that I hate cancer. My job as a gastroenterologist is to prevent cancer, and on rare occasion diagnose
it. The other big cancers—lung
cancer, breast cancer, prostate
cancer—are not as preventable. If
the patient is lucky, these cancers
are found early, but prevention is
not possible.
Colon cancer is different. It grows
from a polyp, which takes 10 to
12 years to evolve into cancer.
We can literally “nip the problem
in the bud” by removing polyps.
Fifty percent of the people who
undergo screening colonoscopy
by Lancaster Gastroenterology,
Inc., have a “precancerous polyp”
found and removed during their
exam. My colleagues and I pride
ourselves on having the highest
polyp detection rate in the United
States. We are professional cancer
preventers performing at a very
high level.
Polyp-detection rate is the “batting average” for a gastroenter-
ologist. The higher the detection
rate, the more likely your doctor
is to find polyps and prevent colon cancer. The national average
for polyp detection at centers of
excellence is 26%. I am proud to
say that we have a polyp-detection
rate that is twice as high. Why does
this matter? Simply, colon cancer
could be completely prevented by
removing polyps. As a doctor, the
more polyps you find, the better
shot you have at preventing cancer
for your patients.
A recent research study has found
that colon cancer screening is safe
and cost-effective, even in some
cases appropriate after the age of
Helping to heal.
It all begins with getting
to know you.
We practice medicine with
care and concern, spending
time with you – face-to-face
and unrushed. Offering you
the excellence of the most
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available, we’re committed
to helping you feel better.
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75. The study analyzed cost, life
expectancy, and procedure safety
and concluded that colon cancer
can be screened for and prevented even if you have not yet had
a screening exam prior to age 75.
These study findings, in combination with your medical history,
should be discussed between you
and your family doctor. Together,
you can make the decision about
what testing is appropriate for
you. Should you agree upon a
colonoscopy, the physicians of
LGI are here for you.
I recently had a patient ask if
there was a “magic wand” coming out to make screening simpler. I joked that the colonoscope
is a magic wand. In the right
hands, it can prevent colon cancer and reshape the cancer landscape. Colon cancer should be
like polio—a scourge that has
become a nonfactor. We understand colon cancer’s nature, we
understand its evolution from
polyp to cancer, and we have the
tool to completely prevent it.
Board certified in
Internal Medicine and
Gastroenterology,
Dr. Harberson received
his A.B. in Classics from
Hamilton College. He
earned his medical degree
at the Temple University
School of Medicine. Dr.
Harberson completed his
internal medicine residency and GI fellowship
at Temple University
Hospital. His special
interests include complex
abdominal pain, IBS,
motility disorders, inflammatory bowel disease,
Celiac disease and colon
cancer prevention.
Dr. Harberson joined
LGI in 2008.
Lancaster County Woman
Health & Wellness
Seasonal Allergies—Welcome Relief with Acupuncture
Jo Ellen Wisnosky , L.Ac., DiplAc
(NCCAOM), LMT, NCBTMB
Blossoms and Roots Wellness
Sneezing.
Running Nose.
Watery, itchy eyes.
Congestion in head and nose.
Feeling of frontal headache.
For area allergy sufferers, the return of Spring is often bittersweet,
as with it comes the pollen that
triggers seasonal allergies. With
the relatively mild winter, many
reporting strange blossoms in the
mild December—I saw a cherry
blossom in my office street in December last year!—2016 could
prove to be an early an tricky allergy season for many who suffer.
Acupuncture is a natural therapy that can be helpful for many
people in reducing their symptoms quite dramatically.
When clients come in, they will
rate their symptoms on a scale
of one to ten for severity, so
that we can monitor progress
through a series of treatments,
often 6-10 total. Keeping track
of the amount of sneezes per
day, need for allergy medications, amount of itchiness, or
other relevant symptom trackers
will help evaluate the effectiveness for each person.
“As soon as the needles are in
place, I can feel my sinuses begin to drain, and some of the
pressure lift from my head”, explains Judy T., a seasonal allergy sufferer for 10 years. “I come
in for 3-4 sessions prior to the
full bloom of Spring, and then
as needed during the Spring season. In the last few years, my
allergies have not led to sinus
infections, as they might have in
many previous years.”
Jason L. also noticed a reduction in his allergy symptoms the
season he started acupuncture.
“My eyes felt clear, and my nose
stopped running. I could enjoy
dinner and events outside without having to plan ahead for days
of suffering after the event.”
Jo Ellen often recommends cutting down on sugar and dairy, as
in Chinese Medical thought, the
blockage and buildup in the sinus
passages often involves the digestive process, which is seen to be a
contributor to the mucus forming
process that ends up blocking the
nose. “I have seen many clients
who are so pleased with results,
they refer their whole office, or
family for treatment. The debilitating effects of chronic allergy
discomfort are often underrated,
in my opinion. And acupuncture
is a natural way to help”.
Jo Ellen discusses each person’s
symptoms and needs in a oneon-one thorough intake session,
so that clients get explain their
history, and help plan a course
of treatment. The check-ins
continue throughout a series of
treatments, often once or twice
a week initially. The needles are
fine as a human hair, and most
clients report little or no pain
when they are placed into the
skin, and often feel distinctly
relaxed following their sessions.
Acupuncture needles are sterile,
single-use only, and regulated
by the FDA, ensuring safety.
Most people feel a distinct sense
of relaxation while the needles
are in place for treatment- a first
treatment typically lasts 60–90
minutes, including thorough consultation and history of your pain
and previous therapeutic interventions. Sometimes treatment
may also include a mild current
attached to the needles, called
electroacupuncture, cupping and/
or palpation of points in the affected area for pain. Follow up
treatments last 45–60 minutes.
For more information, visit the
Blossoms and Roots Wellness
website, blossomsandroots.
com. Jo Ellen Wisnosky has 14
years’ experience in acupuncture and therapeutic bodywork,
and is licensed and nationally
board certified.
122 East Chestnut Street, Lancaster, PA 17602 • 717.723.1362
email: [email protected]
www.blossomsandroots.com
Judy also reports that symptoms
reduce
session-upon-session
when she comes in for a series
of treatments, and often her
quality of sleep improves.
Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri. 9:15 a.m.–5:15 p.m. • Sat 8 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Community Acupuncture Tuesdays 1:30–3:30 p.m.
What Causes Mental Illness?
logically transmitted from parents
to their children. “Nurture” refers
to the individual’s environment
(family, culture, regional) in critical stages in their maturation, such
as childhood and adolescence.
Dawn M. Baldwin, MS, LPC
Very often when clients begin experiencing mental-health symptoms (e.g., depression, anxiety,
dramatic mood alterations), the
natural question to a mental health
professional involves the cause of
these symptoms. Did I inherit traits
from my parents or other family members? Is my dysfunctional
childhood the reason I am struggling with these mental problems?
The answer to the etiology (cause)
of mental illness is not nearly as
clear-cut as most clients would
like it to be in order to understand
their complications. Furthermore,
an inordinate focus on the cause of
the client’s problems may impede
coping and progress.
When I am explaining the development of mental illness to my
psychotherapy clients, I start by
describing the concepts of nature
and nurture. “Nature” refers to heredity and the genes that are bio-
Lancaster County Woman
I proceed to discuss how neither nature (heredity) nor nurture
(environment) are singularly responsible for the manifestation of
mental illness; both are usually
present to result in emotional and
behavioral problems. Nature and
nurture interact in a way I like to
call the “Light Switch Metaphor.”
Essentially, the individual inherits
the biological vulnerability to depression or anxiety, meaning they
“have the light switch inside of
them.” However, an event in the
client’s environment must occur to
“turn the light on.”
I have learned that sharing this
information can be very liberating to clients. Frequently, clients
search to pinpoint and occasionally blame their struggles on others or society. When they are able
to grasp the idea of a process involved in the emergence of symptoms, many can begin to focus on
current coping skills instead of the
anger of blame on the past. There
is an additional benefit to counseling produced by the scientifically demonstrated “Light Switch
Metaphor.” The metaphor helps
clients realize it will take time to
learn how to understand and deal
with their mental illness because
there was a similarly complicated
route to its development.
Dawn M. Baldwin, MS, LPC, earned her master’s degree in clinical psychology from Millersville University and completed her
internship/practicum in a partial hospitalization program for adults
with various mental illnesses. She received her bachelor’s degree in
psychology from Millersville University. Dawn has experience in
outpatient psychotherapy as well as substance-abuse evaluations and
substance-abuse group therapy. Her interests include issues related to
depression and bipolar disorders, women’s issues, substance abuse,
family and relationship issues, anxiety, and adolescent issues.
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Lynnette G. Ruch, Ph.D.
Hubert R. Wood, MS, LPC
Sarah L. Bender, MS, CAADC, LPC
Dawn M. Baldwin, MS, LPC
Broad range of mental-health issues
including, but NOT limited to:
Depression/Anxiety/Panic Disorder • Grief/
Bereavement • Phobias • ADHD/ADD • Postpartum
Depression • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
• Oppositional Defiant Disorder • Discipline/
Behavioral Problems • Anger and Stress
Management • Family/Children/Couples Issues
• Learning Disabilities • Psychological Testing •
Bipolar Disorder • Eating Disorders
Village at Willow Green
2819-0 Willow Street Pike
Willow Street, PA 17584
(717) 464-1464 • Fax: (717) 464-4348
Email: [email protected]
www.lifespanmentalhealth.com
March/April 2016
Managing Editor JoAnn S. Notargiacomo
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March/April 2016
Happy spring!
In recognition of National
Infertility Awareness Week,
April 24–30, Lancaster Fertility,
located on Columbia Avenue, is
our featured story this edition.
Their primary message to
anyone suffering with infertility
issues is that you are not alone.
They welcome you to visit their
practice and discuss the many
treatment options available for
both men and women. On page
3, you can read about one of
their patients who is currently
undergoing treatment.
We extend a warm welcome
to Dr. David Winand and the
Advanced Vein & Laser Center
(AVLC), opening mid-April
across from the Park City Mall
on Harrisburg Pike. Specializing in treating all types of
vein problems, Dr. Winand and
his team will have your legs
looking beautiful and ready for
summer. Give them a call and
welcome them to Lancaster
County.
Congratulations to Dr. Laleh Radfar-Baublitz and Dr.
Jennie-Corinne R. BaublitzBrenenborg, who recently
joined Brain Orthopedic Spine
Specialists. Our best wishes to
– Bern Williams
both these lovely ladies on their
new endeavor. We hope to bring
you an in-depth look at some
of the conditions they treat in
upcoming editions.
Among the many upcoming
events mentioned in this edition
are Schreiber Pediatric Rehab
Center’s 34th Annual Gala
on April 2 at the Lancaster
Country Club, and the Pilot
Club’s Spring Fashion Show,
which will be held April 9 at
the Four Seasons Golf Club in
Landisville. Woodward Hill
Cemetery and Wheatland will
be observing President James
Buchanan’s 225th birthday on
April 23, and Bridge of Hope’s
Spring Luncheon, April 30, will
take place at Bent Creek Country Club in Lititz, Pa.
On Saturday, June 4, Moon
Dancer Winery, located in
Wrightsville, Pa., will be hosting the Moon Dancer Rocks
the Arts festival. Local headliner bands The Love Haters,
Mama Tried, and Dirty Little
Secret along with gifted artists from throughout Lancaster
County will be featured. This
premiere event is sure to be a
summer highlight for you and
your family. If you’ve never
visited the beautiful Moon
LCW Managing Editor
JoAnn Notargiacomo
Dancer Winery, this is the perfect opportunity. Fine art and
great music deserve a stage,
and this beautiful setting is an
excellent backdrop. We’ll have
more information about this
event and the artists in our next
edition. You can visit the Moon
Dancer Winery website, www.
moondancerwinery.com, for
updated details.
And to all our military members
and their families—thank you!
Freedom is not free and we
appreciate your sacrifice!
With blessings,
JoAnn Notargiacomo
Managing Editor
Fulton Academy Spring Classes Begin April 2!
ENRICH. EXPRESS. GROW.
Stories Around the World
Ages 3–5
Saturdays, April 2–May 21
9:15 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
Cost: $80
Early learners engage in dramatic play with stories from
around the world. Children will
become part of the stories, exploring settings and characters,
and maybe even problem-solve
to change the outcomes.
Creative Movement and Drama
Grades 1–3
Saturdays, April 2–May 21
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Cost: $80
Elementary students will bring
stories to life by creating choreography inspired by characters
and settings. Students will tell
wondrous tales using rhythm,
voice, and movement.
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Creating Characters
for the Stage
Grades 3–5
Saturdays, April 2–May 21
10:00 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
Cost: $100
Young performers will dive into
the acting process using their
actor’s tools of body, voice,
imagination, and cooperation to
construct complete and believable characters.
Musical Theatre:
Movement and Character
Grades 6–9
Saturdays, April 2–May 21
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Cost: $120
Students will explore stories
and characters using scenes and
songs from popular Broadway
musicals. Young actors will
create sustainable and believable
characters through ensemble and
individual work.
Registration is also open for
summer camps, too!
Fulton Theatre
PO Box 1865
12 North Prince Street
Lancaster, PA17608-1865
thefulton.org
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Table of Contents
HEALTH & WELLNESS
National Infertility Awareness Week
Lancaster Fertility, Dr. Michael Sobel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FC, 3
National Doctors’ Day
Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Strategies for Long-term Weightloss Success
LG Health/Penn Medicine, Lawrence A. Wieger, DO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Shed Your “STUBBORN” Weight This Spring!
Stay a Step Ahead of Common Foot Problems
LG Health/Penn Medicine, Plastic Surgery Group,
David S. Warsaw, DO, MBA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
It may be more than just snoring.
The Center for Dental Sleep Medicine, Dr. Michelle Cantwell. . . . . . . 25
The Truth about Hot Peppers
Melinda Myers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
KBE in Business to Help Your Business Succeed!
Details for President Buchanan’s
225th Birthday Celebration Announced. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Advanced Vein & Laser Center, David Winand, MD, FACS. . . . . . . . . 40
What Causes Mental Illness?
EarthTalk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
There’s No Vein We Can’t Treat
Colon Cancer Screening
A Good Idea Even After 75, Research Suggests
Blossoms and Roots Wellness, Jo Ellen Wisnosky, L.Ac., DiplAc . . . . . 7
Big Game Hunting Good for Wildlife?
Key Business Essentials. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
BeBalanced Hormone Weight Loss Centers, Dawn Cutillo, HHP. . . . . . 5
Seasonal Allergies—Welcome Relief with Acupuncture
Transition Solutions for Seniors,
Rochelle “Rocky” Welkowitz, CSP, SRES, ASP, GRI. . . . . . . . . . . 33, 35
The Gateway to Your Fountain of Youth
Bikram Yoga at Brighton, Denyse Kling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Lancaster Gastroenterology, Justin J. Harberson, MD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Making House Selling and Buying Easier for Seniors
BUSINESS & FINANCE
To Sue or Not to Sue?
May, Metzger & Zimmerman, llp, Christoper S. Underhill, Esquire. . . 13
Woodward Hill Cemetery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
COMMUNITY | Share Your Blessings
Volunteers needed for Cyclone Disaster Relief in Fiji. . . . . . . . . 14
Body & Sole Reflexology Continues to Evolve
Lancaster County Women’s Connection Lunch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
National Safety Award from Associated Builders and Contractors
A Workshop on “The Works”
Mechanical Estimator Appointed to Team
YOU Make the Difference
Wohlsen Construction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
CASA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Addressing Conflict Head-on
Domestic Violence Services of Lancaster County. . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Life Span Psychological Services, Dawn M. Baldwin, MS, LPC . . . . . . 7
Body & Sole Reflexology and Spa, Holly E. Walters, NC, MR. . . . . . . 10
Lancaster Chapter of the American Holistic Nurses Association
Facilitated by Juanita Forbes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Certified Deaf Interpretation On-Demand
Heart of Lancaster and Lancaster Regional Medical Centers. . . . . . . . . 10
80th Anniversary Introduces 2016 Ambassadors
Wohlsen Construction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Brubaker Connaughton Goss & Lucarelli LLC,
Jeffrey C. Goss, Esquire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
VETERINARY MEDICINE & PETS
Blue Distinction® Center+ for Maternity Care
Shaking Up Shakespeare Summer Camp 2016!
Blue Distinction® Center+ for Quality and
Cost-Efficiency in Knee and Hip Replacement Surgeries
Spay and Neuter Pet Clinic
Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Lancaster Country Day School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Spring Luncheon April 30
Bridge of Hope. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Manatee Rescue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
2016’s Best and Worst Cities for Single Moms
wallethub.com, Richie Bernardo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
FASHION & BEAUTY
Pet Pantry of Lancaster County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
National Spa Week Specials, April 11–16
Humane League of Lancaster County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Your Pet’s Dental Health
Lancaster School of Cosmetology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Have You Tried That Crazy Wrap Thing?
Spring Cleaning for Your Body and Home!
ARTS & LEISURE
“I know a perm will give me the volume and curl I want,
but I can’t get my stylist to give me one.”
Let Us Walk You Through Hip and Knee Replacement
Mulberry Art Studio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Lancaster Regional Medical Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Restoration Spa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Spring Cleaning Tips for a Healthy Home
Robin Wilson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Lititz Family Chiropractic, Drs. Greg and Krysta O’Neill. . . . . . . . . . . 15
VCA Smoketown Animal Hospital, Leann Murphy, VMD . . . . . . . . . . 39
Sip and Paint Workshop with Bernadette Cachuela
Ego Trip Hair Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Segro’s Lancaster Hairport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Moon Dancer Winery Festival Rocks the Arts
Saturday, June 4, Wrightsville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20–21
Exploring Creativity Through Book Arts,
Collage & Poetry with Mimi Shapiro
Magnolia Day Spa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Spring Fashion Show
Vive Facial and Bodyworks, Spage Yee, MD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Personal Care—The Perfect Option
Nurturing Writers of All Ages...Since 2001
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Blast Away Those Bunions This Spring!
New Novel Defies Genre and Reality
Martin Foot and Ankle, Jennifer L. Mulhern, DPM, AACFAS . . . . . . . 18
another place, Tina Shyver-Plank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Life Commitment to Helping Others
Reap the Benefits of Recreational Activities
Colon Cancer Screening Saves Lives
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Heart of Lancaster and Lancaster Regional Medical Centers
Lancaster Orthopedics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
If You Wound Hasn’t Healed in 30 Days, Call Us
Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center
Wound Healing Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Unresolved Pain?
Brain Orthopedic Spine Specialists, Laleh S. Radfar-Baublitz, DO
and Jennie-Corinne R. Baublitz-Brenenborg, DO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Mennonite Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
RGAL Gastroenterology Specialists, Dr. Dale Rosenberg. . . . . . . . . . . 19
Newest State-of-the-Art Addition
Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center, Shawn Hart. . . . . . . . . . . 22
Practical Snoring Solutions
Smiles by Stevens, Shea F. Stevens, DMD, FICOI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Mulberry Art Studio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Pilot Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Write From The Heart, Melissa Greene. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Linzi Brasie, Personal Assistant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Jennifer Bowman, a local woman who finds personal peace through art making, will be
bringing a collection of her work entitled A Little of This and Some of That to the North
Gallery of Mulberry Art Studios this May. The show opens with a First Friday reception
on May from 5–9 p.m., and will be on display for the remainder of the month. Mulberry
Art Studios is located at 19–21 North Mulberry Street in historic downtown Lancaster,
and holds regular gallery hours on weekdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Bowman was very interested in art while at Warwick High School. She took various art
classes, ceramics, art history, and photography- and hoped to continue to study art in
college. But life had other plans for her, and she gave birth to her first child at age 17.
Four years ago, after visiting a doctor to discuss her increasingly painful migraines, an
MRI discovered an inoperable tumor. Bowman turned to art to help her cope with the
pain of the headaches. “One day I picked my pencil up and started drawing again, and
it has been flowing out of me” says Bowman.
Bowman cites Salvador Dali as an artistic influence, and creates her pieces with acrylic
paint, colored pencils, markers, pencil, gel pen, and graphic art. She uses her life as inspiration. And life has not been easy for her. Her illness has caused her to lose her job,
and her husband is also disabled. Together, the couple has four sons. They are living
off of her SSI, and are currently homeless. But Bowman’s optimistic outlook is carrying the family through. “My work is more whimsical and up beat even when it’s dark,”
notes Bowman. “I try to stay positive about our situation and I think that reflects in my
art. I just let God guide me and I trust He will.”
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Selling Your Couch to a Stranger?
5 Steps to Keep Safe Online
From selling your items too cheap to dealing
with a haggler, there are many ways to get it
wrong and end up losing money, wasting time—
or ending up the victim of a scam.
Based on an analysis of millions of global
transactions on the Wallapop app (a free, mobile person-to-person marketplace app), the
Wallapop team isolated mistakes online sellers
make that put their safety in jeopardy, and five
great tips to stay safe:
STAY LOCAL
Scammers and fakers will tell you they can’t
meet in person because they’re “not local” and
this is a dead giveaway. Only agree to meet with
sellers/buyers close to you.
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GET COZY WITH THE POLICE
Never meet at a remote or unusual place. Many
law enforcement offices will allow you to use
their parking lot to exchange items, or if it’s a
pricey transaction, conduct your transactions at
your bank in front of a teller—and security.
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PICK A GOOD SPOT
Never accept a seller or buyer’s request to meet
during odd hours. A good rule of thumb is: if you
wouldn’t meet a date at that time, just don’t do it.
GET THE 411
It’s tough to really know who you’re dealing
with with other online marketplaces. Wallapop
lets you connect through your Facebook profile, to easily chat with your connection, and to
see their reviews and reputation.
CHOOSE ONLY ITEMS WITH PHOTOS
Make sure the items actually exist by viewing
photos of the product.
Wallapop [wallapop.to/WallapopIt] is a free,
mobile person-to-person marketplace app for
Android and iOS devices that makes it easy
to get rid of items you don’t use and stay safe
while you’re at it. Wallapop makes online selling
much safer by actively reducing the number of
suspicious products, and always keeping users
accountable for their actions through reviews
and ratings. It requires photos and allows you to
connect through Facebook.
March/April 2016
Health & Wellness
Body & Sole Reflexology
Continues to Evolve
Holly E. Walters, NC, MR
Board Certified Reflexologist
Certified Weight-Loss Coach
In 2008, Holly Walters spread
the word that she was opening a
new Reflexology practice here in
Lancaster County, adding to her
already established health and
weight loss business. She was
asked by several associates, “Do
you really think you can grow a
business just doing reflexology?”
“Yes! No one else in Lancaster
County has done it yet…until
now.”
Holly was among a few pioneers of the area to practice
Reflexology, but the first to open a
commercial establishment solely
focused on the healing modality
of professional Reflexology.
“It’s been quite a ride,” says
Holly. We shared a space with a
salon for a few years, then re-located to our current spa location
on Oregon Pike, a true peaceful,
healing environment with a tropical feel to it. I now have a staff
of six, and am currently scouting
for one more Massage Therapist
and an additional Reflexologist
to handle our growth. We continue to evolve with new treatments
and services and service clients
regularly both locally as well as
out of state, and as far as Texas
and Seattle. Reflexology is still
our most popular service.
It’s gives me such a warm heart
to know how many lives we’ve
changed with our healing hands,
and hearts.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Gentle and Effective
The Lymphatic System is a vital,
but often an overlooked component of an individual’s health and
wellbeing. It is directly related to
our immune system, working as
a filter to remove waste, excess
fluid, bacteria, and other harmful
debris in our cells. The primary
function of the lymphatic system
is to transport lymph, a fluid containing infection-fighting white
blood cells, throughout the body.
When the Lymphatic System is
not working properly, a buildup
of excess fluid can occur, a condition known as lymphedema.
This can cause symptoms such
as swelling, pain, excess fatigue,
even higher susceptibility to colds
and infections. Lymphedema can
occur after surgery, removal of
lymph nodes from cancer, injury,
or even be present from birth.
“Manual Lymphatic Drainage
(MLD) is a form of bodywork
used to stimulate the lymph
system, removing any blockages and encouraging the flow of
lymph back to the heart. Differing from a massage, MLD utilizes only light pressure, applied in
specific motions and directions.
As most of our lymph vessels
lie directly under the skin, this
technique achieves the safest and
most effective results.”, says top
Massage Therapist, Leah Reider.
Here at Body & Sole, all of our
Massage Therapists are professionally trained in Manual Lymphatic Drainage. We work with a
variety of cases of lymphedema,
from tummy tucks, to sports injuries, to cancer patients. We are
happy to answer any questions
you may have about this gentle
yet effective modality.
Treat someone you love
to a Massage or
Reflexology Treatment!
View our specials online at
bodyandsolehealth.com.
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1821 Oregon Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601
The Lancaster Chapter of the American Holistic
Nurses Association Presents:
A Workshop on “The Works”
developed by Byron Katie,
Facilitated by Juanita Forbes
Thursday, April 28, 2016 you see that reality is reality and
6:30 –8:30 p.m.
Sage Continuing
Education Center
719 Olde Hickory Road
Suite B (2nd Floor)
Lancaster, PA 17601
$20 prepaid; $25 at the door.
Forbes, who is a Holistic Educator, Hypnotherapist as well as a
Facilitator of "The Works," will
lead an interactive workshop
where we will learn how to use
“The Work” and the 4 questions
that, when applied to a specific
problem, enable you to see what
is troubling you in an entirely
different light.
As Byron Katie says “It’s not the
problem that causes our suffering; it’s our thinking about the
problem. The Work also teaches
us to Love What Is…it does not
mean we do not make changes
but when we can accept reality
as it is, we have more clarity to
move forward in a positive way
instead of fighting against What
Is…You don’t waste time and
effort fighting against reality…
it is okay.”
For information and registration
contact: [email protected]
or call: 717-964-1110.
The Lancaster, PA Chapter of
the American Holistic Nurses
Association is a non-profit
group of holistic-minded nurses
and health care professionals,
holistic practitioners as well
as people interested in a mindbody-spirit approach to health
and wellbeing. We promote the
on-going education of those involved in healthcare and healing
as well as the public, in every
aspect of wellness.
Additionally, as a chapter of the
American Holistic Nurses Association (www.ahna.org) we
serve as a bridge between conventional medicine and complementary/alternative healing
practices. All are welcomed to
attend our educational meetings
and workshops, and to network,
share knowledge and find ways
to work together to support our
common goals.
Certified Deaf Interpretation On-Demand
As of March 15, 2016, Lancaster
Regional Medical Center, Heart
of Lancaster Regional Medical
Center and practices associated
with both hospitals will add Remote Certified Deaf Interpretation (Remote CDI) to their
expansive range of video interpretation services for patients,
provided by Stratus Video. This
new service will allow healthcare providers to more effectively communicate with the portion
of the deaf and hard of hearing
population that uses other forms
of signed languages, significantly reducing healthcare disparities
for this community. The service
will be available Monday-Friday
between 8am and 5pm, and pre-
March/April 2016
scheduled calls will be available
24 hours a day.
The technology leverages an
advanced video platform to
route video calls to specialized
interpreter stations with two interpreters, one a Certified Deaf
Interpreter (CDI) and one an
American Sign Language (ASL)
interpreter. Sign Languages take
many forms, and as specialists
in deaf culture and American
Sign Language, CDIs act as
intermediaries between deaf individuals and ASL interpreters.
First the deaf individual and the
CDI converse, the CDI interprets that message into ASL and
the ASL interpreter then voices
the message for the provider in
English, and vice versa, ensuring effective and trustworthy
communication.
Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI)
is a certificate provided by the
Registry of the Interpreters for
the Deaf, Inc. (RID). Anyone
holding the certificate has passed
both a knowledge and performance exam. Certified Deaf
Interpreters are also called deaf
interpreters and relay/intermediary interpreters.
Remote CDI interpretation was
developed by Stratus Video following feedback from many
hospitals utilizing video interpretation services that wanted to enhance communication with deaf
patients, even with ASL inter-
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pretation readily available onsite
and over video. Cultural misunderstandings can occur, thus
frustrations can run high. With
a focus on increasing patient
safety, Lancaster Regional Medical Center, Heart of Lancaster
Regional Medical Center and the
practices associated with both
hospitals can elevate the level
of care they provide for deaf individuals by improving communications between patients and
healthcare providers.
To learn more about the practices associated with Lancaster Regional and Heart of
Lancaster Regional MedicalCenters, please visit Heartand
RegionalMed.com.
About Lancaster Regional
and Heart of Lancaster
Regional Medical Centers
As one of the first hospitals in the
county, Lancaster Regional Medical Center in downtown Lancaster
has been providing care for over
122 years. Heart of Lancaster
Regional Medical Center is a 148bed hospital in Lititz providing care
since 2005. Both hospitals offer a
comprehensive, personalized range
of inpatient and outpatient medical
and surgical services administrated by compassionate, experienced
physicians and staff; beautifully
appointed patient rooms; and the
latest medical technology. For
more information, visit Lancaster
MedicalCenters.com.
Lancaster County Woman
Health & Wellness
Schreiber Gala to Celebrate 80th Anniversary
Introduces 2016 Ambassadors
Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center
has named its 2016 Ambassador
children. All four will be formally
introduced Saturday, April 2, during Schreiber’s 34th Annual Gala,
to be held again at the Lancaster
Country Club. This year’s gala,
with the theme “Cheers for 80
Years,” will celebrate Schreiber’s
80th anniversary and will be presented thanks to the generous support of our presenting sponsor,
Lancaster General Hospital/Penn
Medicine.
Parents: Wendy Williams and
Karl Lodwick of South Lebanon
Township, Lebanon County
Siblings: Graham has an older
brother, Reese, 14
Here are this year’s Ambassadors.
When he grows up, he wants to:
Be a car designer
Age: She turns 5 in March
Diagnosis: Cerebral palsy
Parents: Kelly and Adam Clay of
Manheim Township
Siblings: None
Three words to describe him:
Happy, silly and loving
Sophia Clay
Favorite activities: Playing with
her toys, going to the beach,
watching movies on her iPad, riding her bike around the neighborhood and seeing plays at local
theaters.
Favorite foods: Pizza and ice
cream
What she watches and listens
to: Disney movies, “Doc McStuffins,” “Sofia the First,”
princess movies
Three words to describe her:
Happy, outgoing and determined
What else to know about Sophia:
She has a black Lab named Dallas.
Sophia’s cerebral palsy means she
uses a wheelchair for a lot of her
day. Her therapy at Schreiber is
intended to help her be out of the
chair more. “She’s working to become stronger in all areas of her
life,” says her mom Kelly. “She
practices with a gait trainer so she
can stand on her own. She works
on sitting up without assistance.
She practices her fine motor skills,
her articulation and eating on her
own.”
Articulation—how clearly she
speaks—is where Sophia has
shown the biggest progress.
“Sophia’s language has come a
long way,” Kelly says. “When she
started, she could only say a few
things. Now, she can say 10-word
sentences.”
Graham Lodwick
Age: He turns 12 in August
Diagnosis: Deaf and childhood
speech apraxia
Grade and school: Fifth grade,
John Beck Elementary School
Lancaster County Woman
Favorite activities: Playing with
pets, playing video games, bowling and riding his bike
Favorite food: Pizza
What he watches and listens to:
“Drake and Josh,” “Minions,” the
song “The Best Day of My Life”
by American Authors
Graham has been coming to
Schreiber for speech therapy since
he was six. Dorlas Riley, Schreiber’s
lead speech therapist, diagnosed
Graham with speech apraxia. The
condition is defined this way by
the American Speech-LanguageHearing Association: Graham
knows what he wants to say, but
his brain has difficulty coordinating the muscle movements necessary to say those words. He’s also
deaf and has a cochlear implant.
So in his twice-a-week therapy at
Schreiber, he practices his speech
sounds and works on listening to
get the best use of his cochlear
processor. He’s also working on
talking in complete sentences. The
work is paying off. When he started with Dorlas, he communicated
entirely by signing.
“[Now], he can carry on a conversation with someone who does not
use sign language,” says his mom
Wendy.
It takes a lot of effort to make that
kind of progress. But his therapy
with Dorlas doesn’t seem like
work.
“He loves it,” Wendy says. “Even
after six years, he still looks forward to coming.”
Tiberius “Ty” McCabe
Age: He turned 6 in December
Diagnoses: Pierre Robin syndrome, Pterygium syndrome,
hearing impaired, speech and
language impaired
Grade and school: Schreiber
S.T.A.R.S. Preschool
Parents: Kevin and Margaret
McCabe, Lititz
Siblings: Delaney, 12
Favorite activities: Playing with
Delaney; playing with trains,
tractors and monster truck toys;
From left: 2016 Schreiber Ambassadors Graham Lodwick, Ty McCabe, Sophia Panzini
and Sophia Clay. Photo by Susan L. Angstadt Photography
playing ABC Mouse and tabletop
games with the nurses; video
games
Favorite food: Pudding
What he watches and listens to:
On TV, he likes “Magic School
Bus,” Mr. Rogers, and SpongeBob; for movies, he likes the “Air
Bud” series; favorite song is “The
Wheels on the Bus”
When he grows up he wants to:
Be a pilot or drive monster trucks
Three words to describe him:
Outgoing, determined and happy
Ty McCabe spreads smiles and
good vibes whenever he comes to
Schreiber, which, it turns out, is a
lot. He’s here for preschool, and he
receives physical, speech and occupational therapy.
He was born with a couple of different conditions: Pierre Robin
syndrome, which left him with a
smaller-than-normal lower jaw, issues with his tongue and feeding
problems; Pterygium syndrome,
which carries several symptoms
but primarily affects his joints and
bones; and he has hearing, speech
and language impairments.
During therapy and at home, he
works on stair climbing, bike riding and dressing himself. He practices fine motor skills like writing,
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using scissors and feeding himself.
He’s trying to improve his speech
and his signing skills. Since he
started at Schreiber, he has learned
to walk without a walker, is able
to form some words and is eating
Stage II foods, the thicker, chunkier foods that replace purees.
“[He is preparing] for mainstream
education at the highest functional
level of independence,” his mom
Margaret says. “We have seen academic improvement despite many
hospitalizations, surgeries and
medical appointments.”
Sophia Panzini
Age: She turns 19 in March
Diagnosis: Autism spectrum
disorder
Parents: Reenie and Peter Panzini,
Manheim Township
Siblings: Edward, 20; Carina, 10
Favorite activities: Listening to
music, adult coloring books, playing games on the Wii, collecting
jewelry
What she watches and listens to:
The Food Network, “Spider Man”
movie, Destiny’s Child
Favorite food: “Mac and cheese—
gluten-free, please!”
When she grows up she wants to:
“Be a Hollywood singer.”
Three words to describe her:
Beautiful, sweet and funny
What else to know about Sophia:
She attends Schreiber’s Club 625
events, making friends and being
a teenager.
Like a lot of kids with autism, Sophia Panzini is reluctant to look
people in the eye when she talks
to them. But when she’s posing for
a picture, she loves the camera—
and the camera loves her.
Here’s her story, in the words of
her mom Reenie.
“Sophia was diagnosed with autism when she was 8, and we had
just moved to Lancaster from New
York City. Her pediatrician told us
about Schreiber, and we practically ran there! We didn’t know anything about therapy or autism, and
we were literally walked slowly
through everything, step by step.
Sophia learned to have conversations, hold writing instruments,
walk up and down stairs without
crying, and so much more. We
[as a family] learned that we’re
stronger than we thought, and that
you can get through anything with
enough love and a lot of humor.”
March/April 2016
Health & Wellness
HLRMC Designated a Blue Distinction Center +
for Maternity Care
®
In an effort to help prospective
parents find hospitals that deliver quality, affordable maternity
care, Highmark BS announced
that Heart of Lancaster Regional
Medical Center has been designated as one of the first hospitals
to receive the Blue Distinction®
Center+ for Maternity Care
designation, a new designation
under the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program.
Nearly four million babies are
born in the U.S. annually, making childbirth the most common
cause of hospitalization. This
new Blue Distinction Center+
for Maternity Care program
evaluates hospitals on several
quality measures, including the
percentage of newborns that fall
into the category of early elective delivery, an ongoing concern in the medical community.
Compared with babies born 39
weeks or later, early-term infants
face higher risks of infant death
and respiratory ailments such as
respiratory distress syndrome,
pneumonia, and respiratory failure, among other conditions.
These babies also have a higher
rate of admission to Neonatal
Intensive Care Units.
In addition, hospitals that receive a Blue Distinction Center+
for Maternity Care designation
agree to meet requirements that
align with principles that support evidence-based practices of
care. They also agree to initiate
programs to promote successful
breastfeeding, as described in
the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative by Baby-Friendly USA
or the Mother-Friendly Hospital program by the Coalition for
Improving Maternity Services
(CIMS) through its “Ten Steps
of Mother-Friendly Care.” The
program also evaluates hospitals
on overall patient satisfaction, including a willingness to recommend the hospital to others.
The Blue Distinction Center+ for
Maternity Care program, an expansion of the national Blue Distinction Specialty Care program,
recognizes hospitals that deliver
quality, affordable specialty care
safely and effectively, based on
objective measures developed
with input from the medical
community. To receive a Blue
Distinction Center+ for Maternity Care designation, a hospital
must also meet requirements for
cost efficiency.
“The Women’s Place at Heart
of Lancaster Regional Medical
Center delivered a record number of babies in 2015. Word has
spread in the Lancaster community and beyond that we are
committed to quality, personalized maternity care,” stated
Deborah Willwerth, CEO of
Heart of Lancaster Regional
Medical Center. “The Blue Distinction® Center+ for Maternity
Care designation is a very im-
portant and telling milestone
achievement.”
“Highmark Blue Shield extends
its sincere congratulations to
Heart of Lancaster Regional
Medical Center for their dedication to quality, patient safety,
and transparency that is required
to achieve this great distinction.
With consumer-driven healthcare programs like Blue Distinction, and the significant effort
of our partner practitioners and
facilities, Highmark can now afford our members the opportunity to make wise, value-driven
healthcare decisions,” said Dr.
Mark Piasio, Medical Director,
Provider Strategy, Highmark Inc.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield
(BCBS) companies across the
nation have recognized more
than 650 hospitals as Blue Distinction Centers+ for Maternity
Care. Hospitals recognized for
these designations were as-
sessed using a combination of
publicly available quality information and cost measures
derived from BCBS companies’
medical claims.
Since 2006, the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program has
helped patients find quality providers for their specialty-care
needs in the areas of bariatric
surgery, cardiac care, complex
and rare cancers, knee and hip
replacements, spine surgery and
transplants. Research shows
that, compared to other facilities,
those designated as Blue Distinction Center+ demonstrate better
quality and improved outcomes
for patients. On average, Blue
Distinction Centers+ are also 20
percent more cost-efficient than
non–Blue Distinction Center+
designated healthcare facilities.
For more information about the
program, visit www.bcbs.com/
bluedistinction.
LRMC Designated a Blue Distinction Center+
®
for Quality and Cost-Efficiency in Knee and Hip Replacement Surgeries
Highmark BS has selected Lancaster Regional Medical Center
as a Blue Distinction Center+
for Knee and Hip Replacement,
part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program. Blue Distinction Centers+ are nationally
designated healthcare facilities
shown to deliver improved patient safety and better health
outcomes, based on objective
measures that were developed
by Blue Cross and Blue Shield
companies, with input from the
medical community.
Knee and hip replacement procedures are among the fastestgrowing medical treatments
in the U.S., according to studies published in the June 2014
Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery1 and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.2
March/April 2016
In 2010, the estimated cost
of hip replacements averaged
$17,500, and the estimated cost
of knee replacements averaged
$16,000, according to the Agency for Healthcare Research and
Quality (AHRQ).3
Hospitals designated as Blue
Distinction Centers+ for Knee
and Hip Replacement demonstrate expertise in total knee and
total hip replacement surgeries,
resulting in fewer patient complications and hospital readmissions. Designated hospitals must
also maintain national accreditation. In addition to meeting
these quality thresholds, hospitals designated as Blue Distinction Centers+ are on average 20
percent more cost-efficient in
an episode of care compared to
other hospitals.
Quality is key. Only those facilities that first meet nationally
established, objective quality
measures will be considered for
designation as a Blue Distinction Center+.
Lancaster Regional Medical
Center is proud to be recognized
by Highmark BS for meeting the
robust selection criteria for knee
and hip replacements set by the
Blue Distinction Specialty Care
program.
“This designation is a testament
to our commitment to knee and
hip replacement quality,” stated
Russell Baxley, CEO of Lancaster Regional Medical Center.
“That is why this designation is
so important to the Lancaster
Community.”
Since 2006, the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program
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has helped patients find quality
providers for their specialty care
needs in the areas of bariatric
surgery, cardiac care, complex
and rare cancers, knee and hip
replacements, maternity care,
spine surgery, and transplants,
while encouraging healthcare
professionals to improve the
care they deliver.
“Highmark Blue Shield extends
its sincere congratulations to Lancaster Regional Medical Center
for their dedication to quality, patient safety, and transparency that
is required to achieve this great
distinction. With consumer-driven
healthcare programs like Blue
Distinction, and the significant
effort of our partner practitioners
and facilities, Highmark can now
afford our members the opportunity to make wise, value-driven
healthcare decisions,” said Dr.
Mark Piasio, Medical Director,
Clinical Services, Highmark Inc.
For more information about orthopedics at Lancaster Regional
Medical Center, please visit www.
LancasterOrthopedics.com.
For more information about the
program and for a complete listing of the designated facilities,
please visit www.bcbs.com/
bluedistinction.
1
J Bone Joint Surg Am, The Role of Overweight and Obesity in Relation to the
More Rapid Growth of Total Knee Arthroplasty Volume Compared with Total
Hip Arthroplasty Volume, 2014 Jun 04; 96
(11): 922–928. http://dx.doi.org/10.2106/
JBJS.L.01731
2
merican Academy of Orthopaedic SurA
geons, Annual Incidents of Common
Musculoskeletal Procedures and Treatment, 2014 March; http://www.aaos.org/
research/stats/CommonProceduresTreatments-March2014.pdf
3
CUP Projections: Mobility/Orthopedic
H
Procedures 2003 to 2012. HCUP Projections Report #2012–03. ONLINE
Lancaster County Woman
Professional Services
To Sue or Not to Sue?
a lawyer is usually needed to
resolve the matter.
In Pennsylvania there are three
levels of judicial proceedings
for resolving disputes:
vor of the winning party. That is
why evidence, both testimony
and exhibits, is so important.
Depending on all the circumstances, that may be the question.
We read in the newspapers and
magazines, and see and hear on
television of civil lawsuits that
have astounding results, either
in the amount rewarded or in an
unexpected loss.
(3) Cases in the Court of Common Pleas in excess of
$50,000 or on appeal to be
heard by a judge or jury.
The judge or jury has to be
persuaded that either the plaintiff or the defendant, or the
plaintiff’s or defendant’s case,
is more probably true than not.
The judge or jury will listen to
the testimony and look at the
exhibits and, in the case of a
jury, will consider the judge’s
instructions, and decide. All of
these factors must be considered before deciding to sue or
not. An experienced attorney
can help a great deal in evaluating the case. Likewise, an experienced attorney can analyze
a case on behalf of a defendant
and let him or her know if the
case can be defended.
The basis for a civil lawsuit
can arise from a variety of
circumstances: an automobile
accident, a slip and fall, a loss
of employment, a broken contract, a landlord-tenant dispute,
a real estate problem, etc. Because civil law is complicated,
In a civil case, the verdict is
based upon a preponderance of
the evidence. Unlike a criminal
case, where the burden of proof
is beyond a reasonable doubt, a
preponderance of the evidence
means that the scales of justice
tilt, even if very slightly, in fa-
As to legal fees, there are basically two types for plaintiffs and one for defendants. A
plaintiff’s case can be handled
either on a contingency basis or
hourly. A contingent fee means
that the lawyer will take a percentage of the award or settle-
Christoper S. Underhill
May, Metzger & Zimmerman, llp
(1) Magisterial district judges. They can decide cases
with a value up to $12,000.
Their decisions can be
appealed to the Court of
Common Pleas.
(2) Arbitration in a Court of
Common Pleas. Three lawyers hear these cases. These
cases have a limit of $50,000
and can also be appealed to
be heard by a judge.
ment, or will get nothing if the
suit is unsuccessful. Regardless
of whether the suit is successful
or not, the client ordinarily has
to pay costs. Generally these
are filing fees, transcript fees,
and expert fees. Hourly fees
are simply a rate charged by the
lawyer per hour plus costs.
Mr. Underhill is counsel for
Lancaster County Woman. He
is a member of the American
College of Trial Lawyers. He
has practiced civil litigation and
municipal law in Lancaster for
50 years. He can be reached at
[email protected].
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Lancaster County Woman
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March/April 2016
Health & Wellness
Spring Cleaning Tips for a Healthy Home
by Robin Wilson
Spring is almost here and that
means it’s time for spring cleaning. In addition to getting rid of
the clutter in your home, how can
you create a truly healthy living
environment for your family?
Robin’s spring cleaning tips:
1. Start with the closets for
one very important reason:
Start with your closets so
you’re not dumping everything into a room you’ve
already cleaned. Closets are
dust mite havens because of
the clothing and junk that
sits untouched for years
and collects dust. Empty it,
trash what you don’t need,
and put it back together
neatly and organized. Then
take on the rest of the room.
2. Bathing the bathroom: Get
rid of vinyl shower curtains
because they hold mold
more easily and off-gas. Use
a nylon curtain instead. Give
the entire room a good scrub
down using eco-friendly and
nontoxic cleaners.
3. For fresh floors: Get rid of
wall-to-wall carpeting. Tile
and hardwood floors are
preferable, but don’t forget
to vacuum on a regular basis. Ensure that your vacuum has a HEPA filter to
better manage dust particles
in your home, especially
since dust can be a leading
trigger for allergic or asthma reactions.
4. Empty each room: For the
ultimate in spring cleaning,
remove everything from each
room as if you were moving,
and mop or steam clean the
floors. You’ll be shocked at
all the nastiness living underneath and behind furniture
and appliances.
5. Lighten up the living room:
Consider using slipcovers
on upholstered sofas, which
can be washed regularly
and have come a long way
from slipcovers of 10 years
ago. Eliminate dust-catching drapes and horizontal
blinds. Try washable rolling
blinds or shutters instead.
6. Neaten up with the news:
Use newspaper to clean
windows. Newsprint is a
cousin to paper towels, but
its high absorbency makes
it more effective and will
leave windows sparkling.
Newspaper is also recyclable. But be careful: The
one downside is wet ink
can stain wood moldings,
so use extra caution. Use
microfiber cloths instead of
paper towels on floors, tile
and countertops. They do a
great job sanitizing and can
be reused.
7. Mind the mold: Hot spots
to look for mold buildup are
dishwashers, the water pan
under the fridge, and sink
and bath drains. Change water dispenser and icemaker
filters while you’re at it.
8. Take care of Ted E. Bear:
Wash or freeze stuffed animals to kill dust mites. Keep
all toys, games and stuffed
animals in sealed bins when
not being used.
9. Keep Fluffy dander-free:
Groom your dogs or cats as
part of your spring cleaning
ritual, and keep them away
from bedrooms and any
rooms that contain carpets.
If it’s an option, keep pets
outdoors to avoid excess
dander in your home.
10. Breathe easy in bed:
Switch to hypoallergenic
pillows and comforters.
Make sure to wash pillow
cases, pillow protectors
and mattress protectors on
a regular basis to protect
against dust mites.
Pick non-VOC paint:
11. Spring is a great time to
paint a room. Use nonVOC paints, which won’t
off-gas or leave an obnoxious odor and stir up asthma or allergies. It looks
just the same on your wall.
Robin Wilson is founder and
CEO of Robin Wilson Home,
author of Clean Design: Wellness for Your Lifestyle and an
ambassador for the Asthma
and Allergy Foundation of
America.
www.robinwilsonhome.com
www.cleandesignbook.com
Volunteers needed for Cyclone Disaster Relief in Fiji
International volunteer
organization Projects
Abroad calls for
volunteers to help with
recovery efforts in
the wake of Cyclone
Winston in Fiji.
Tropical Cyclone Winston,
which struck Fiji on February 20th 2016, has left a trail
of destruction in its wake. The
storm was the most powerful ever to hit the islands and
has claimed at least 43 lives
and damaged or destroyed
thousands of homes. Fiji is in
desperate need of aid and Projects Abroad is calling for volunteers to help with recovery
work in areas severely impacted by the storm.
The primary goal of the project
is to help restore a safe learning environment for children
by rebuilding and renovating
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schools in and around Lautoka,
Ba, Tavua, and Rakiraki. Although the Fijian government
is doing everything they can to
return the children to a normal
school environment, there is a
great deal of work that must be
done to ensure that the schools
are safe. As work progresses,
Projects Abroad will also be
expanding the project to include rebuilding homes damaged by the tropical cyclone.
There are various tasks that
volunteers will get involved in
at the Disaster Relief Project,
including conducting damage
assessments, clearing debris,
building water tanks, replacing window glass and frames,
assisting local carpenters, and
more. The project is already
underway in Fiji and volunteers have begun working at
sites in affected areas and distributing basic necessities such
as food, water, and clothing
where needed.
Volunteers can join at any time
and stay for as long as they
choose, for a minimum of one
week. The project will run for
as long as it is needed and the
organization anticipates that
volunteer aid will be vital for
the next several months. During their time in Fiji, all volunteers will be accommodated in
secure and undamaged housing
with host families in Lautoka
and be supported by full-time
local Projects Abroad staff.
For more information on how
to get involved, please contact
Projects Abroad or visit www.
projects-abroad.org/volunteerprojects/building/disasterrelief/volunteer-fiji.
About Projects Abroad
Projects Abroad was founded
in 1992 by Dr. Peter Slowe,
a geography professor, as a
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program for students to travel
and work while on break from
full-time study. The program
had its genesis in post-USSR
Romania, where students were
given the chance to teach conversational English. After a
few years just sending volunteers to Eastern Europe for
teaching, the company expanded to sending volunteers
of all ages around the world on
a wide range of projects.
Projects Abroad is a global
leader in short-term interna-
tional volunteer programs with
projects in 30 countries and
recruitment offices in the UK,
Australia, Canada, Denmark,
Finland, France, Germany,
Ireland, Italy, Japan, Holland,
Hong Kong, Norway, Poland,
South Africa, South Korea,
Sweden and the United States.
For details on volunteering
abroad, visit Projects Abroad’s
web site at www.projectsabroad.org.
Lancaster County Woman
Health & Wellness
Spring Cleaning for Your Body and Home!
Drs. Greg and Krysta O’Neill, Lititz Family Chiropractic
On Monday, April 18, Lititz
Family Chiropractic will host
a free Maximized Living
Advanced Workshop titled
“Spring Cleaning!” With the
coming of spring comes the
urge to air out our homes,
throw away junk and clean
away the winter dust. But what
about your body? Due to inactivity, lack of sunshine and
holiday sweets, your body is
more than ready for a spring
cleaning this time of year.
Research shows that key lifestyle factors like stress, poor
nutrition and certain toxins
disrupt hormone levels in men
and women. This has led to
an explosion in toxin-related
disorders such as thyroid disorder, PMS, chronic fatigue,
fibromyalgia, pain syndromes,
and gastrointestinal disorders
such as Crohn’s disease and
ulcerative colitis.
The key to naturally detoxing
the body lies in key nutrients
like glutathione, which is an
antioxidant. Glutathione is
nature’s natural defender and
is found in eggs and in vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower and dark leafy greens.
Eating lots of raw vegetables is
especially important this time
of year. At this workshop, Drs.
Greg and Krysta O’Neill will
offer numerous other practical
tips to help men and women
learn simple lifestyle changes
to help balance their hormones
and body naturally.
“The words ‘toxins’ and ‘toxicity’ have become commonplace buzzwords over the last
few years,” says Dr. Greg
O’Neill. “More and more, people are waking up to the fact
that the water you drink, food
you eat and products you put
on your body can have serious
adverse health effects. A prime
example, the fat-burning hormone leptin, becomes deactivated in the presence of toxins,
making it almost impossible to
lose stubborn belly fat. This
workshop will show you how
to gently remove toxins from
your body so that you can finally shed those hard-to-lose
inches and pounds.”
“For women, common signs of
high toxicity include thyroid
disease, metabolic syndrome,
chronic fatigue and depression,” says Dr. Krysta O’Neill.
“Too often, women are accepting that low energy, mood
swings and belly fat are a nor-
mal part of aging or menopause. This workshop will
give you the hope, information
and tools necessary to regulate your hormones naturally
so that you can feel younger,
more fit and full of energy.”
This event will be held at
Lititz Family Chiropractic on
Monday, April 18, at 6:45 p.m.
For more information and to
register, call 717.627.0365 or
visit
www.lititzfamilychiro
practic.com/events.
Sip and Paint Workshop with
Bernadette Cachuela
Bernadette Cachuela, an acrylic and oil-based
fine artist from Ephrata, will be holding Sip and
Paint Workshops at Mulberry Art Studios this
spring. The first class will be held on Sunday,
April 24, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Cachuela
will work with the class, guiding them in the
creation of a springtime-themed painting that
depicts red flowers and dragonflies against
a lovely open sky. Get your friends together
for a fun afternoon of wine and art in one of
Lancaster’s most unique creative venues, and
register now by emailing Cachuela at bern.
[email protected]. Register before April 17
to receive a $5 discount, making it just $30.
After the 17th, the workshop will cost $35 to
attend. This is a BYOB event; please feel free
to bring any food and beverage you desire.
Bernadette Cachuela has been painting for
most of her life and is sharing her talents, time,
and knowledge by holding classes and private
lessons for all ages. Besides teaching and holding sip and paint classes, she has exhibits of
her work at least twice a year. Bernadette is
known for her “hauntingly beautiful”-style art.
Her work has been on display and exhibited at
Mulberry Art Studios in Lancaster, Chaplin’s
Music Café in Phoenixville, and Omni Lens
Studios in downtown Ephrata. She has experience working with adults and children, and
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makes her classes a fun, warm, and welcoming
environment. When it comes to her work, she’s
best known for her ability to connect with her
audience in a way that transforms her art into
more than just a painting. Her work is known
to strike a nerve or evoke emotion with some;
it all truly comes from within.
For more info on Mulberry Art Studios’
creative offerings, please visit www.mulberry
artstudios.com.
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If your wound hasn’t healed
in 30 days, call us.
If age, health or diabetes keeps a chronic wound from healing, the Wound
Healing Centers of Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center are here to help.
The professional staffs are trained in the specialized, comprehensive care of problem
wounds. We use advanced approaches in the science of wound healing, including
hyperbaric oxygen therapy, dressing selection and special shoes. Our treatments
are designed to complement the care your own primary physician provides.
If you have a wound that won’t heal, call us to schedule an appointment or visit
LancasterMedicalCenters.com/Wound-Healing-Centers for more information.
Lancaster location:
Lititz location:
90 Good Drive
717-299-3020
1555 Highland Drive, Suite 100
717-625-5400
Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center is owned in part by physicians.
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Lancaster County Woman
Health & Wellness
Unresolved Pain?
Interventional Pain Management Is Your Solution
At Brain Orthopedic Spine Specialists, we take an
algorithmic approach to providing quality spine care,
which includes interventions of structured physical
therapy, activity modification, oral medications, and
minimally invasive, X-ray guided spinal procedures. We
utilize imaging studies, electrodiagnostic evaluations,
thorough physical examinations, and targeted X-ray
guided procedures to accurately diagnose and
effectively treat painful spinal conditions.
Brain Orthopedic
Spine Specialists
welcomes
Laleh S. Radfar-Baublitz, DO
• Epidural Steroid Injection
• Lumbar Facet Blocks
• Trigger-Point Injection
• Hip Injection
• Sacroiliac Joint Injection
• Lumbar Radiofrequency Ablation
Jennie-Corinne R.
Baublitz-Brenenborg, DO
Louis Marotti Jr., MD, PhD
Perry Argires, MD
James Argires, MD
Jarod John, MD
Carl Becker, MD
Brian Brislin, MD
2150 Harrisburg Pike, Suite 200 • Lancaster, PA 17601
717-358-0800 • brainandbones.com
MENNONITE HOME
Personal Care—The Perfect Option
If you or a loved one could benefit from a little TLC, Mennonite
Home Personal Care may be the perfect option! Personal Care
is designed for men and women ages 60 and older who need some
help with daily activities, but who are not quite ready for Skilled
Nursing (which Mennonite Home also offers).
Pricing is based on the amount of care the resident may need
with three different levels available - ranging from minimal
assistance to more advanced and/or memory care. If you decide
to move in, our Director of Personal Care will meet with you
to determine the level of care based on resident needs.
We have several different Personal Care households as well
as suites so residents have choices. Our Admissions counselor
can meet with you to show you around and determine which
household is best suited for your loved one.
Unlike some communities that specialize solely in Personal Care,
with Mennonite Home, you also have access to Skilled Nursing if/when
the resident needs care at a higher level. In addition, the Mennonite
Home Benevolent Care Fund helps to assist those residents who have
exhausted their financial resources, helping to ensure that they
continue to receive high quality care as part of our resident family.
Our team of caregivers includes nurses, nursing assistants
and med techs, all of whom are trained to provide services with
the primary goal of encouraging and maximizing the independence,
privacy and dignity of each individual.
Many families also prefer Personal Care over home care because
they know that their loved ones are around others at all hours
of the day and night. Our staff even does a bed check in the middle
of the night with each resident to make sure they are okay!
All Personal Care residents can enjoy:
• Breakfast, lunch
and dinner
• Weekly housekeeping
• Laundry services
• Towels and sheets
(if desired)
• Cable television
• Telephone service
• Social activities
• Craft room access
• Beauty salon/
barber services
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Weekly chapel services
Clubs
Games
Fitness center
Performances/
programs
• Routine check-ins
• Access to medical doctor
or nurse practitioner
(during the week)
Depending upon their needs, residents
may also receive help with:
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Medication management
Bathing
Dressing
Memory support
Physical therapy (Co-pays may apply)
717-390-7979 | www.MennoniteHome.org
1520 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601
PLEASE COME SEE US! CALL CATHY MCBRIDE 717.390.7979.
Lancaster County Woman
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March/April 2016
Health & Wellness
Blast Away Those Bunions This Spring!
The winter snow has cleared
away and spring is in the air. The
stores are becoming inundated
with bathing suits, shorts and
sandals, and many of us are getting excited about the prospect of
warmer weather.
Jennifer L. Mulhern, DPM,
AACFAS
Dr. Jennifer L. Mulhern is
an Associate of the American
College of Foot and Ankle
Surgeons, is Board-Qualified
in Foot Surgery, BoardQualified in Rearfoot/Ankle
Surgery and Board-Qualified
in Podiatric Medicine.
She is also a member of
the American Podiatric
Medical Association and
the Pennsylvania Podiatric
Medical Association.
Dr. Mulhern completed a
fellowship in Foot and Ankle
Reconstructive Surgery
at Coordinated Health,
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania,
after completing a threeyear residency program
at Geisinger Community
Medical Center, Scranton,
Pennsylvania. She graduated
from Temple University
School of Podiatric Medicine
in 2011 and earned her
Bachelor of Science degree
in biology from Marywood
University in 2006.
Through her extensive
training, Dr. Mulhern has
become well-versed in treating
all foot and ankle conditions,
with particular interest in
athletic injuries, foot and
ankle arthritis, and total ankle
replacement surgery. She is
also well-published in the
field of Podiatric Medicine
and Surgery, presenting her
research on both the national
and local level.
Dr. Mulhern joined Martin
Foot and Ankle in 2015. She
currently resides in Ephrata,
Pennsylvania, and in her free
time enjoys golfing, reading
and traveling.
A bunion, or as it’s scientifically
known, hallux abducto-valgus
(HAV) deformity, is an abnormal
protrusion of bone on the inside
of the big toe joint (Figure 1). As
the bump increases in size, the
big toe starts to migrate in the
opposite direction, pressing up
against the second toe. Following winter shoe wear, patients
tend to have more discomfort,
as close-toed shoes often apply
pressure and irritate this area of
the foot. Common complaints include pain, redness over the bony
prominence, limitations of motion at the affected joint, numbness along the outside of the toe
and difficulty finding shoes that
do not irritate.
Many people are under the misconception that poor shoe choices
during their “younger years” have
caused their bunions to form. It’s
true that poor shoe choices do
not help prevent progression of a
bunion, but they are certainly not
responsible for its presence. Hallux abducto-valgus is a deformity
that occurs due to the abnormal
biomechanics of the foot, which
you were predetermined to have
at birth. Those patients who have
flatter, or more pronated foot
types, tend to develop bunions
more frequently than those with
higher arched, or supinated, foot
types. They are certainly not mutually exclusive of one another,
and patients with all foot types
can develop bunions. When the
foot functions abnormally during gait, the foot begins to make
accommodations, and a bunion
begins to develop. The bunion
is created by an actual shifting
of the first metatarsal bone away
from the second metatarsal bone
(Figure 2).
We recommend you get your
bunions evaluated by one of our
physicians as soon as possible.
We can get you feeling better and
ready for summer sandals!
In the office, both your complaints
and the physician’s evaluation of
your foot and weight-bearing radiographs help to determine the
best and most appropriate treatment. We look to evaluate the
range of motion available at the
big toe joint to determine if limitations of motion are contributing to
your pain. We also evaluate your
foot structure, how your big toe
rests during standing and how it
moves during walking. Most importantly, we want to know from
you how much and how often the
bunion bothers you.
Unfortunately, if you have developed a bunion, we cannot reverse
the changes that have already occurred. What we can do, however, is improve your discomfort,
alleviate aggravating factors and
look to get you walking more
normally to help slow or halt the
progression of your bunion. Conservative treatments focus on realigning the foot structures with
Figure 1:
Radiographic
image of
a right
foot with
a bunion
deformity.
Figure 2:
Graphic
representation
of the first
and second
metatarsal
bones. In
a bunion
deformity, the
first metatarsal
shifts away
from the second
metatarsal.
orthotic inserts that allow your
foot to function normally during
gait so that the foot and the big
toe do not need to make accommodations. We can also discuss
anti-inflammatory medications
for symptomatic relief, whether
they be taken orally or injected
into the inflamed tissues, and
we can offer suggestions on the
best and most accommodative
types of shoes that will work best
for you.
In the ideal situation, progression of your bunion will slow,
your pain will lessen and you’ll
be able to perform your normal
activities without any restrictions. In situations where your
bunion has become so large or so
painful that conservative treatment options are not effective
in eliminating your symptoms,
surgical correction may be recommended. There are a variety
of surgical procedures that can
be performed, and the selection
of one procedure over another is
largely based upon the size of the
bunion and the causative factors.
Your physician can discuss with
you which procedure or procedures are best to correct your
bunion and prevent its return.
Many of the corrective surgical
procedures do involve cutting of
the first metatarsal bone, shifting
it back over and stabilizing it in its
corrected position with the placement of metal plates or screws
(Figure 3). These procedures often require periods of non-weight
bearing or restricted weight bearing in a walking boot post-operFigure 3.
Radiographic
image of a left
foot following
surgical
correction. The
bunion deformity
is corrected and
screws have
been placed
to maintain
the achieved
correction.
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atively. The complete recovery
time is dictated by the type of
procedure that is used to correct
your bunion and can be further
discussed with your physician.
If left untreated, the potential
for the joint to become arthritic
is high. Once the joint becomes
arthritic, pain increases and more
aggressive surgical treatment
may be required. In many cases,
the big toe joint may need to be
fused to correct for the bunion
and eliminate the arthritic pain
caused by destruction of cartilage within the joint. The postoperative course for this is more
extensive than bunion correction,
and motion at the big toe joint is
permanently lost. Ideally, bunions should be treated before
they become arthritic.
Please call our office to schedule an appointment with any of
our physicians for an evaluation.
We can help you blast away
those bunions this spring and get
your feet beach
ready!
Free
Book
on Foot
Pain and
What
You Can Do About It
Martin Foot and Ankle
doctors have written a new
book designed to give you
the information you need to
maintain the health of your
feet and ankles, and they
are offering it to the local
community free of charge.
“We wrote the book
because too many people
suffer from foot pain
unnecessarily.”
– Martin Foot and Ankle Doctors
Local residents can order
a copy of A Step in the
Right Direction: A User’s
Guide to Foot and Ankle
Health by visiting www.
martinfootandankle.com
or by calling 717-757-3537,
ext. 7010, 24 hours a day.
There is no obligation, no
one will call, and we value
and respect your privacy.
Lancaster County Woman
Health & Wellness
Colon Cancer Screening Saves Lives
JOIN US IN THE FIGHT AGAINST
COLORECTAL CANCER!
Dr. Dale Rosenberg is a boardcertified internist, gastroenterologist,
and Medical Director at Regional
Gastroenterology Associates of
Lancaster (RGAL).
MD: Jefferson Medical College
Internship: Thomas Jefferson
University Hospital,
PA Residency: Thomas Jefferson
University Hospital, PA
Call us today, or visit
our website to request a
ribbon or wristband
Clinical and Research
Fellowship: University of
Pennsylvania
Board Certification: Internal
Medicine and Gastroenterology
According to the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention, colorectal cancer is the
third-leading cause of cancerrelated deaths in the United
States. Many people who develop colorectal cancer have
no symptoms during the early
stages of the disease, which is
why it is often discovered when
it is too late. Fortunately, a simple screening colonoscopy can
catch colorectal cancer easily
and often stop it in its tracks.
The main advantage of colonoscopy is that we look for polyps,
which can lead to cancer. “The
vast majority of polyps don’t
cause any symptoms; they just
grow silently,” says Dr. Dale
Rosenberg, a board-certified
internist, gastroenterologist and
Medical Director at Regional
Gastroenterology Associates of
Lancaster (RGAL). “If someone is at average risk, the recommendation is that they start
screening at age 50. If they have
other colon cancer risk factors,
like a family history of polyps
or colon cancer, they would start
sooner, around age 40.” Due to
evidence that African Americans develop colon cancer at a
younger age, they should have
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their first screening around age
45. Once a patient has had a
colonoscopy, they do not need
to have another one for a decade, unless polyps are detected
or they experience a change in
bowel habits.
Colonoscopies are quick and
painless; the procedure generally takes 20–30 minutes. Dr.
Rosenberg assures patients
that the only side effect they
are likely to have when they
get home is a bit of mild gas.
“In Lancaster County, the vast
majority of colonoscopies are
administered with Propofol
anesthesia, and the patient is
sleeping deeply and generally
doesn’t feel anything.”
Dr. Rosenberg says less then 60
percent of people who should
be screened in Lancaster County are screened regularly, but
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hopefully more people will be
willing to schedule the procedure after learning how simple
and essential it is. Medicare and
most insurance companies will
cover colonoscopies, which are
offered at all area hospitals and
two RGAL ambulatory surgery
centers: one at the Lancaster
General Health Campus, and
the other at RGAL’s Brownstown endoscopy center.
Dr. Rosenberg and the other
specialists at RGAL want you
to keep this thought in mind:
“Twenty to 30 minutes of
screening could mean many
more years of health and happiness.”
For more information regarding
colon cancer screening, contact
your primary care physician or
call RGAL at 717-554-3400, or
go online at www.rgal.com.
March/April 2016
Arts & Leisure
Moon Dancer Winery Festival Rocks the Arts Saturday, June 4,Wrightsville
Featured Bands & Artists: Love Haters, Mama Tried, Dirty Little Secret and Hand of Fire Artist Chatwin Osborn
On Saturday, June 4, from
3–10 p.m., make the Moon
Dancer Winery in Wrightsville your destination to experience an event that will be
a feast for the eyes and ears:
Moon Dancer Rocks the Arts.
The purpose of Moon Dancer
Rocks the Arts is to provide
a platform for local artists to
express themselves, as selfexpression deserves a stage!
Local artists will get the chance
to connect with art connoisseurs by exhibiting their works
while being accompanied by the
rhythms of some of the Lancaster area’s best bands, including
Dirty Little Secret, Love Haters,
and Mama Tried. To top it off,
proceeds will be contributed to
PRiMA Theatre of Lancaster,
which provides opportunities
for financially challenged area
families to enjoy the theatre/
music/arts. Add food, wine, and
dancing to the mix to make the
day complete.
The vision of the founders of
Moon Dancer Rocks the Arts
is to draw the interest of local
art lovers first, and eventually
expand their reach to those outside the area. They hope to one
day include a stage show from
a large venue, such as the Convention Center in downtown
Lancaster, and include as part
of that show the latest in hair
trends, edgy fashion, locally
made jewelry, and displays of
body art tattoos. The possibilities are as boundless as the
imagination.
Chatwin Osborn, of Hand of
Fire Studio, will be one of
the featured artists at Moon
Dancer Rocks the Arts.
(L–R) Joe Mini, Rachel Robison, Sandi Robinson,
Michael Wernsdorfer
(L–R) Sluggo (bass guitar), Trent Sprenkle (drums, lead
vocals), Greg Deshong (lead guitar)
Chatwin has appreciated art his
whole life and chose a medium
which he could learn new ways
of being creative: burning images
on wood. He is presently doing
commission art and is also planning to be involved with creative
competitions in the near future.
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Health & Wellness
Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center’s
Newest State-of-the-Art Addition
tory, a space-age-looking room
that is a real benefit for diagnosing complicated heart problems.
Shawn Hart
by Michael C. Upton
Diagnosing potential problems
with the heart starts with a visit
to the family doctor. Doctors
may order electrocardiograms
(EKG) and stress tests. If those
results show nothing, but there
is still pain and discomfort, what
comes next? Heart of Lancaster
Regional Medical Center Director of Cardiology, Shawn
Hart, recently demonstrated
the advanced technology of the
hospital’s new and improved
cardiac catheterization labora-
“If a patient is feeling chest
pain, but an EKG and stress test
show nothing, they come here
to have further studies done to
determine if heart disease is
present,” said Hart, who opened
the doors to the new cath lab
at Heart of Lancaster in late
February—just in time for the
culmination of the American
Heart Association’s National
Heart Month. “This lab is truly
state-of-the art in terms of advanced technology.”
Hart uses a 60-inch extremely
high-definition monitor to “see”
into the body using cardiac catheterization. This procedure examines blood flow to the heart
and will test how well the heart
is pumping. Basically, a physician inserts a thin plastic tube
into an artery or vein in the arm
or leg.
“We will prep both the wrist and
the groin, but will always enter
through the wrist when possi-
ble,” said Hart. “Entering at the
wrist gives less of a chance of
arterial damage, and the recovery time is much shorter.”
The catheter is advanced through
the body and into the chambers
of the heart or into the coronary
arteries. This will measure blood
pressure within the heart and determine how much blood flow is
feeding the heart.
The monitor can display up
to 12 images from the body
and any series of vitals or patient monitoring the attending
physicians will need. Dualcamera devices on the system
allow doctors to capture threedimensional images of the heart
from any angle. And a TempurPedic® mattress provides the
ultimate in patient comfort
throughout any procedure.
The catheters are also used to
inject dye into the coronary arteries, a test called coronary
angiography, or coronary arteriography. Catheters with a balloon on the tip are used in the
procedure called coronary an-
gioplasty (commonly referred
to as percutaneous coronary
intervention, or PCI), which
is performed at sister hospital
Lancaster Regional Medical
Center.
Choosing the particular Toshiba devices in the new cath lab
provides two distinct advantages. The first is the brand-new
technology. This technology includes the ability to consistently
monitor the radiation levels of
patients in real time. The second advantage is function. All
the cardiac experts needed can
be in the same room at the same
time—surgeons, radiologists,
cardiologists—when a procedure is performed.
“In one room we can accommodate all the physicians and their
needs,” said Hart.
If a patient would need further
intervention, like PCI or heart
surgery, they could be quickly
transported to Lancaster Regional Medical Center. Any information obtained from the cath lab at
Heart of Lancaster would be im-
mediately available to Lancaster
Regional’s cardiac team.
“So, when we transfer the patient, we won’t have to take any
new pictures, saving valuable
time,” said Hart. “That efficiency can save lives.”
With the addition of the new
lab, Hart also wanted to stress
the utmost importance of early
detection when it comes to heart
disease.
“Women may have different
signs of cardiac problems than
men. The more information we
can put out there about heart attack warning signs in general,
the better,” said Hart.
As well as the classic chest pain,
women need to be aware of jaw
pain, nausea, headaches, blurred
vision, and fatigue.
“Heart disease isn’t ‘friendly’ to
anyone. Once you have it, you
have it,” said Hart. “However,
our new cath lab can help detect
it, and we can get you the treatment you need to fight it.”
Catheter lab at Heart
of Lancaster Regional
Medical Center
1500 Highlands Drive
Lititz, PA 17543
(717) 625-5000
lancastermedicalcenters.com
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Health & Wellness
Practical Snoring Solutions
Why People Snore
We all know at least one person who snores. These noisy sounds are the
vibration of tissue in the back of the mouth and the throat that stretches
and droops during sleep, causing the size of the airway to be reduced,
which causes obstructed breathing.
Did you know that about 45 percent of normal adults snore on occasion,
while 25 percent are regular snorers? Heavier and regular snoring is more frequent in males and those who are overweight, and it typically worsens with
age. In general, snoring is often worse when a person sleeps on his or her back.
Snoring Solutions and Why You Need to Fix the Problem
Snoring can have both social and health consequences. It can cause embarrassment in social settings, such as traveling. It disrupts the sleep of loved ones,
many of whom will choose to sleep separately from their snoring partner, which
can lead to relationship difficulties.
Shea F. Stevens, DMD, FICOI, and family
www.smilesbystevensdmd.com
Snoring is also a medical issue. It reduces deep, restorative sleep, and being sleep deprived has a negative impact on well-being and the quality of life we lead. Snorers often
feel tired and sleepy, have morning headaches and dry mouth, reduced blood-oxygen
levels, higher blood pressure, and other associated health issues.
Recent research has shown that loud, severe snoring can cause serious, long-term health
complications, including obstructive sleep apnea.
What are the solutions for bothersome and potentially dangerous snoring?
There are ways to turn a night of snoring and interrupted sleep into a relaxing, tranquil
night of deep sleep.
General Dentistry
• white fillings
• all-porcelain crowns and bridges (no metal)
• root canals
• extractions
• dentures
• whitening
• preventive care
• sealants
• periodontal disease therapy
• sleep apnea and snoring devices
Cosmetic Dentistry
• veneers and smile makeovers
• all-porcelain crowns and bridges (no metal)
• BOTOX® and JUVÉDERM® (placed by Dr. Stevens)
• Invisalign
Dental Implants
• bone grafting
• sinus lifts
• surgical placement of dental implants
• restoration of dental implants
• 3D CT scan for computer-guided surgery
• full mouth reconstruction
• oral sedation
The Pillar Procedure
The Pillar Procedure is a simple, effective treatment to reduce sleep apnea
and decrease chronic snoring.
Performed in a single, short visit at our state-of-the-art dental office, the Pillar Procedure involves placing three small, woven implants into the soft palate under local anesthesia. The implants stiffen over time, providing support to the soft
palate and keeping it from drooping during sleep. This reduces the tissue vibration that can
cause snoring. The implants are designed to be invisible and don’t interfere with speaking
or swallowing.
Clinical studies have shown that patients experienced a significant decrease in snoring
intensity, and their bed partners stated their satisfaction with the reduction in snoring to
be 80 percent or higher. Most patients noticed a significant improvement in their sleep
in four to six weeks. Overall, patients experienced less daytime sleepiness and significant
improvements in lifestyle.
The Pillar Procedure is less invasive and less painful than other surgical procedures, and FDAcleared and clinically proven, with results comparable to more aggressive surgical procedures.
Oral Appliance—Silent Device
Silent Nite® is a custom-fabricated snoring dental device that is the
most affordable, noninvasive, comfortable, and effective snoring
solution for many snorers.
A dentist-prescribed, oral snoring preventive device, Silent Nite works by moving the lower
jaw into a forward position, increasing space in the airway tube, and reducing air velocity
and soft-tissue vibration. Special connectors are attached to upper and lower forms, which
are transparent, flexible, and custom laminated with heat and pressure. The fit is excellent
and comfortable, permitting small movements of the jaw (TMJ) and allowing uninhibited
oral breathing.
Dr. Shea F. Stevens will be able to advise you whether this device could help you or your
loved ones obtain better, more healthful, and restful sleep. If this is the right solution for
your snoring, he will provide a simple checklist that will help determine the exact design
of your Silent Nite.
At Smiles By Stevens cosmetic dentistry in Lancaster, Pa., we are committed to providing
superior service and solutions and the highest quality of dental care. Dr. Shea F. Stevens
received training at The Snoring Center for Palatal Pillar Treatment and is certified by Sleep
Group Solutions for management of snoring and sleep apnea with oral appliances.
Learn more about anti-snoring solutions by contacting our dental office
today: 717.581.0123 • www.smilesbystevensdmd.com.
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Health & Wellness
Options for a Beautifully Contoured Body
Look and feel your best!
David S. Warsaw, DO, MBA
Chief of Plastic Surgery
Lancaster General Health/
Penn Medicine
If you’ve sworn off sweets
and work out regularly, but
still dread the prospect of
wearing a swimsuit in public, don’t despair. If diet and
exercise haven’t eliminated the
“belly bulge” or other problem
areas, you have options. Both
surgical and nonsurgical recontouring techniques are
available to give you more
confidence in your body.
CoolSculpting®:
Contouring Without Surgery
If you can “pinch an inch” and
pull it away from your body,
you could be a candidate for
a nonsurgical fat-removal
process called CoolSculpting,
which targets discrete, welldefined pockets of fat that
have not responded to diet
and exercise. CoolSculpting,
which the Food and Drug
Administration has cleared as
safe and effective, permanently destroys fat cells, which the
body eliminates in the weeks
after the treatment. Treatments
are available for the abdomen,
love handles and muffin tops,
bra bulges, upper arms, inner
and outer thighs, and double
chin, as long as the skin is
healthy and still tight.
CoolSculpting is a simple
process that requires no incisions, no anesthesia, and no
downtime, making it a great
alternative to the recovery
times of surgical options such
as liposuction or a tummy tuck.
A single treatment takes only
about an hour, with little to no
discomfort. Results can be visible in as little as three weeks,
but it may take up to three
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When you look your best you feel you best.
Whether you’re considering CoolSculpting®
to remove fat and contour your body, or
BOTOX® and fillers to restore a smoother
appearance to your skin, we can help
you achieve natural looking results
and boost your confidence.
To learn more, or schedule an
appointment, call 717-291-1300 or visit
LGHealth.org/PlasticSurgeryGroup
Top Row: David Warsaw, DO, MBA;
Kenneth R. Arthur, MD; Jame F. Arnold, MD
Bottom Row: Milorad Marjanovic, MD;
Adrienne G. Hughes, Medical
Aesthetician
months toPlastics_AD_LCW_2016.indd
see the final results.
CoolSculpting reduces fat deposits by up to 25 percent. The
procedure can be repeated for
further fat reduction.
Surgical Recontouring
Options
Liposuction is a surgical technique used to remove fat by
using suction. Small incisions
are made that allow access to
the unwanted areas of fat. This
procedure is usually performed
while the patient is asleep,
although sometimes it can be
done in the office using local
1
anesthesia if the treatment area
is small. Compression garments
are often used to help with the
healing process.
If there is a large amount of
excess skin present or if the skin
is of poor quality (i.e., very
thin or the presence of stretch
marks), skin and fat may have
to be removed as in the case of
a traditional tummy tuck. Skin
and fat can be safely removed
from most parts of the body.
Fat grafting is another technique used to help recontour
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different parts of the body. This
procedure takes fat cells from
one part of the body and injects
them into another part to create
a more youthful appearance.
The most common areas for fat
grafting include underneath the
eyes, cheeks, lips, and hands.
Some swelling and bruising
are not uncommon, but usually
subside in several days.
Learn More
If you think better body contours
could help your confidence and
self-image, a board-certified
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plastic surgeon
can explain
your options in more detail
and help you choose the
approach that is best for you.
Lancaster General Health
Physicians/Penn Medicine Plastic
& Cosmetic Surgery offers a
full range of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, as well as
nonsurgical office procedures
such as BOTOX®, dermal
fillers, laser treatments, microdermabrasion, and skin care.
For more information, visit
LGHealth.org/Plastic Surgery
Group.
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Health & Wellness
It may be more than just snoring.
Oral Appliance Therapy
• Experience the effectiveness of oral
appliance therapy in the treatment of
obstructive sleep apnea.
• Not every device is equal! Over-the-counter
“boil and bite” appliances do not treat
sleep apnea.
• We accept most medical insurances,
including Medicare!
• We will work closely alongside your physician,
providing you proven results.
Our practice is dedicated to following the guidelines established by
the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the American Academy
of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Cantwell is one of only 250 dentists who
have achieved Board Certification in Dental Sleep Medicine through the
American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine.
2207 Oregon Pike, Suite 101, Lancaster, PA 17601
Phone: 717-509-7486 • Fax: 717-509-8527
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In the Spotlight
Sue Landes: Life Commitment to Helping Others
Reap the Benefits of Recreational Activities
borhood summer playground
program, walking there with my
brothers and sisters to do arts and
crafts, listen to stories, and in
general have a lot of fun. I also
walked to our community swimming pool and swam for the local
swim team.”
Lancaster Recreation
Commission Executive Director
Sue Landes
by Susan C. Beam
For Sue Landes, Executive Director
of Lancaster Recreation Commission, participating in recreational
activities and creating those opportunities for others isn’t just a job;
rather, it’s a lifelong passion.
“Growing up, my life revolved
around recreation,” Landes said.
“As a child, I attended our neigh-
“Later on, I was involved in all
sorts of pursuits: I played the
violin, I was a Girl Scout and
hospital candy striper, and I was
a four-sport high school athlete,
playing basketball, softball, volleyball and also swimming,” she
continued, adding that, for her,
these activities emphasized the
importance of teamwork and
community, physical health and
mental well-being.
These experiences guided her career path as she pursued her undergraduate degree and later her
master’s, both from Penn State
University.
“At first, I thought of going into
physical education, but as soon as
I learned about the field of parks
and recreation, I didn’t hesitate,”
she said with a chuckle. “In the
beginning, the field was mostly
male-dominated. I would attend
professional meetings and be the
only woman in the room. However, that has changed completely.”
After finishing her education, Landes worked in a variety of positions
within her field. She also continued
her education, becoming a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional in 1983 and, more recently,
completing her certification exam
to become one of the first Certified
Parks and Recreation Executives
in the country.
In 1987, she joined Lancaster
Recreation Commission as Executive Director.
“Our mission is simple: to provide quality and affordable
recreation and learning opportunities to Lancaster City and
Lancaster Township residents,”
said Landes. “We feel Lancaster
Recreational Commission plays
a vital role in the community by
helping make recreational activities affordable and accessible to
everyone, especially children.”
According to Landes, families
under financial strain face the
real danger of their children being unable to enjoy the benefits
of participating in recreation and
sports activities. Among families
at lower income levels, only 16
percent of children enjoy some
form of extracurricular activity,
often due to the costs, such as
fees, uniforms and travel.
“From my own experiences, being involved in these activities is
critical for children. We want to
remove those hurdles,” she said.
Since its formation in 1909, Lancaster Recreation Commission
has provided thousands of recreational and learning opportunities.
“It’s a big job, and our hardworking staff members, volunteers
and dedicated board members
do a terrific job,” Landes commented. “Ours is a communitybased effort as well. We thrive
on partnerships with Lancaster
organizations and businesses.”
Now, big plans are in place for
the future. “We’re currently embarking on our first-ever fund-
raising campaign, called the
Future Red Tornado Initiative,
which will raise funds to cover
the costs of youth sports for those
families facing financial difficulties,” explained Landes, adding
that the Commission is partnering with the School District
of Lancaster and Millersville
University in the efforts.
“As part of our fundraising,
we’ve partnered with Woodward Hill Cemetery for the Trick
or Trot 5K and Monster Run
for kids. It’s going to be a great
event for families to participate
in together, and we’re looking
forward to that on October 29,”
said Landes.
Although busy with her professional efforts, Landes still finds
time for some fun of her own.
She enjoys playing league tennis and coaching girls’ basketball, and she and her husband
Steve enjoy golfing, riding bikes,
camping, working out, and
spending time with their children
and grandchildren.
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As winter turns to spring,
it is time to plan your garden!
Please join us at one, or both, of these fun and informative events!
Ticket go on sale in February for 3/19 luncheon & in March for 4/30 luncheon.
Bridge of Hope Lancaster & Chester
Counties assists single mothers, with
dependent children, experiencing
homelessness to secure permanent
housing, stability and access to resources
in their community through relationships
with professional staff and mentoring
friendships from local congregations.
Contact 717-394-7406 ext. 106 to confirm reservation.
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March/April 2016
Arts & Leisure
Pilot Club Spring Fashion Show
The Pilot Club of Lancaster,
Inc., is busy planning their annual spring fashion show to be
held on Saturday, April 9, 2016,
at the Four Seasons Golf Club,
949 Church Street, Landisville.
Doors will open at 10:30 a.m.,
with the program and fashion
show at 11:30 a.m., and a served
luncheon at 12:30 p.m. Beautiful
and unique fashions and accessories will be provided by Ruthie’s
stores, and the catered luncheon
will be served by Enck’s. In addition, there will be many donated basket raffles, Vera Bradley
accessories, door prizes, and a
grand-prize drawing for a week
long vacation escape. Tickets are
$25, and can be gotten from any
Pilot Club member or by calling
717-368-9484.
The Pilot Club of Lancaster,
Inc., chartered in 1947, is a very
active service club affiliated
with Pilot International that provides support and outreach to
many community organizations.
At this time, the main club project is the expansion of Project
Lifesaver throughout Lancaster
County. This lifesaving service
uses transmitters, worn by atrisk individuals who may wander, and receivers managed by
local police departments. When
an individual wanders from a
caregiver and the police are notified, the receiver can usually
find the individual within 30
minutes, thus saving lives.
The Club also sponsors an active Anchor Club at Hempfield
High School, where scholarships are offered to students to
participate in Freedoms Foundation in Valley Forge, and
other scholarships are offered
to Anchors furthering their education. Additionally, hundreds
of young Lancaster County
children participate in BrainMinders programs annually presented in schools and daycare
centers by club members. Other
local organizations benefiting
from the club include Meals
on Wheels, Arch Street Center (meals), Lancaster YWCA
Women’s Shelter (blankets and
self-care bags), The Long Community at Highland (bingo with
residents), Ronald McDonald
House in Hershey (meals), Lancaster Children & Youth (back-
packs and supplies), and Ryan’s
Cases for Smiles (pillowcases
for hospitalized children).
Club meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month
at the Lancaster Elks Lodge
#134, 219 North Duke Street,
Lancaster, at 5:30 p.m., with
a served dinner followed by a
business meeting and program.
For those interested in visiting
and/or wanting more information, please call 717-368-9484.
Proceeds from the fashion show
will benefit Project Lifesaver
and other community services.
The Truth about Hot Peppers
by Melinda Myers
Don’t be afraid to add a little
spicy heat to your meals this season by growing a few hot peppers in the garden or containers.
It’s easier than you think, and
many of the hot pepper myths
floating around the garden are
simply not true.
Don’t worry about your hot
peppers heating up your sweet
peppers. Peppers are normally
self-pollinated. If an insect happens to move the pollen from a
hot to sweet pepper, it will not
affect the flavor or heat of this
year’s harvest. If you save the
seeds from a cross-pollinated
pepper and plant them in next
year’s garden, the plants they
produce may have hot or sweet
fruit (or a little of both), but only
time will tell.
And don’t assume all green peppers are sweet, or you will be in
for a surprise. Jalapenos are typically harvested when green, and
others, like habanero, Anaheim
and Poblano, are hot, whether
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harvested when green or red.
You’ll also find that hot peppers
can be yellow, orange, brown
and of course red.
You can turn down the heat
when preparing your favorite
recipes, too. Contrary to popular
belief, all the heat in hot peppers
does not come from the seeds.
While partially true, the majority of the capsaicin that gives
hot peppers their heat is in the
white membrane that houses the
seeds. When the seeds are growing, they may also be coated
with extra capsaicin from the
membrane. So remove the white
membrane and the seeds, just
to be safe, if you want to turn
down the heat.
The spicy heat of hot peppers is
measured in Scoville heat units.
The ratings are based on the
amount of sugar water needed
to neutralize the spicy heat in
the extracted capsaicin that has
been diluted in an alcohol-based
extract. A panel of five taste testers decides when the spicy heat
has been neutralized and then
assigns the rating. Today, many
companies use a chemical process (liquid chromatography)
but translate their results into the
popular Scoville heat units.
The Scoville heat unit ratings
vary from one type of hot pepper to another, with Poblano
rating from 1000 to 2000, jalapenos 2500 to 6000, habaneros
at 100,000 to 300,000, and one
of the hottest, the ghost pepper,
at 1,000,000 to 2,200,000 Scoville heat units. Check online or
the Homegrown with Bonnie
Plants mobile app (for iOS and
Android) for the Scoville ratings, growing tips and a Pepper
Chooser to help you pick the best
varieties to grow. Ratings may
also vary from individual plants
within a specific type based on
individual plant differences and
the growing conditions.
Whatever kind you grow, be sure
to label hot peppers when planting, harvesting and storing to
avoid any mix-ups. The sweet
banana pepper, for example,
can easily be confused with hot
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banana. This could make for an
unwelcome surprise when preparing, serving and eating.
Also, consider wearing rubber
gloves and avoid touching your
face and eyes when working
with hot peppers, as they can
burn. Wash your hands, utensils
and cutting boards when finished
to avoid any future issues.
And don’t worry if you are having
a bad day when planting your hot
peppers. Contrary to some old adages, planting hot peppers when
you’re angry won’t make the
peppers hotter, but unknowingly
taking a bite of a hot pepper may
very well change your mood.
Melinda Myers has over 30 years
of gardening experience and has
written over 20 gardening books,
including Small Space Gardening and the Midwest Gardener’s Handbook. She hosts The
Great Courses “How to Grow
Anything: Food Gardening For
Everyone” DVD set and the nationally syndicated “Melinda’s
Garden Moment” TV and radio
Photo: Bonnie Plants
segments. Myers is a columnist
and contributing editor for Birds
& Blooms magazine and was
commissioned by Bonnie Plants
for her expertise to write this
article. Myers’ website is www.
melindamyers.com.
Lancaster County Woman
Arts & Leisure
Nurturing Writers of All Ages...Since 2001
Ask Melissa Greene why she
teaches creative writing and she’ll
tell you, thoughtfully, “because
writing touches the soul.” Melissa,
a 14-year resident of Lancaster
County, is a professional fiction
writer, poet and writing coach, and
the founder of Write From The
Heart Creative Writing Workshops
for adults, children and teens.
“Her class is a totally warm,
whimsical, one-of-a-kind experience—not at all like that writing
class you hated in school,” says
an adult student. “It’s about finding a way into your creative self.”
“My creativity and I grew up
there. It’s my writing home,”
says a teen who has been taking
classes regularly for nine years.
Fascinated with writing as a therapeutic tool, Melissa began leading workshops during the 1980s.
After 9/11, she created Write
From The Heart to share her belief that writing has the power
to console, illuminate and heal.
She’s been coaching writers to
“find themselves as writers and
people,” full-time, ever since.
There are no grades, tests, cell
phones or judgment, providing a
retreat where even the most timid
writer can relax.
“My mission is to launch writers
by inspiring the courage, passion
and confidence to create. My
classes are meant to be a safe,
gentle place where people can
be themselves. Writing from the
heart isn’t about speed, pressure
or getting published. It’s about
taking a deep breath, harnessing what we feel, and writing
without fear. Creating should be
fun—a comfort—especially in
today’s complicated world. The
process begins with slowing
down, unplugging our technology and getting back in touch with
our senses.” She laughs. “That,
alone, can lead to a happier life!”
Melissa holds classes in her
serene, urban-style loft in Lan-
caster County. She offers yearround workshops for men,
women, children and teens—
summer camps for children
and teens—and coaches all
ages, privately. Her work also
includes essay-writing support for high-schoolers and
college applicants (with emphasis on the enjoyment of
the process!). She also leads
workshops supporting cancer
patients and caregivers at the
Lancaster General Health Ann
B. Barshinger Cancer institute
and the Penn State Cancer Institute, Hershey, Pa.
“Writing from the heart isn’t
about grammar, spelling or
punctuation, but what we long
to write, deep down. It’s a return to our feelings—serious,
funny, whatever appears on the
horizon. Writing is freedom. A
relief from pain. Our inner lives
matter—especially today—they
calm and replenish us.”
YOU Make the Difference
One of the most effective social
structures capable of addressing child abuse in Lancaster
County is a unified community.
That community does not exist without YOU.
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Lancaster
County is a program that recruits, trains, and supports
citizen volunteers to advocate
for the best interests of abused
and neglected children in
courtrooms and communities.
Volunteer
advocates—empowered directly by the
courts—offer judges the critical information they need to
ensure that each child’s rights
and needs are being attended
to while in foster care.
April is National Child Abuse
Prevention Month. For the next
three months, CASA of Lancaster County is providing you
Lancaster County Woman
an opportunity to be a part of the
community working to make a
difference in the life of a child
who has suffered abuse and neglect. Please join us at one of our
upcoming Community Awareness Sessions on Engagement
(C.A.S.E.) for CASA.
share the long-term impact
of having a qualified, compassionate adult fight for and
protect their rights. CASAs advocate for a child to be safe, to
be treated with dignity and respect, and to learn and grow in
the security of a loving family.
• Tuesday, April 19, 12:00 p.m.,
San Juan Bautista, 425 S.
Duke St., Lancaster, Pa.
C.A.S.E. for CASA is free of
charge and open to the public.
RSVP is required due to limited
seating. We know how important your time is, so our program
will not exceed 60 minutes.
• Tuesday, May 17, 12:00 p.m.,
Lancaster County Community Foundation, 24 W. King
St., Suite 201, Lancaster, Pa.
• Tuesday, June 21 , 6:00 p.m.,
CASA, 53 N. Duke St., Suite
218, Lancaster, Pa.
Come see audiovisual testimony from youth who have
had an active child advocate in
their lives during their time in
foster care. As children, these
young adults were positively
affected by CASA. They will
To reserve your seat, please
contact CASA by calling
(717) 208-3280 or emailing [email protected].
CASA of Lancaster County
provides court-appointed volunteer advocacy for abused
and neglected children in the
belief that every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and
permanent home.
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Workshops for Adults, Children & Teens
Inspiring and Supporting the Creative Spirit
Gentle, fun, non-intimidating workshops held in an
atmosphere of warmth and trust. Sharing optional.
Mischief a must! No grades, grammar, spelling or red pen.
A safe haven for the soul.
Contact Melissa Greene:
Poet, teacher and believer in art for a kinder world.
717-393-4713 or visit
www.writefromtheheart.us
Shaking Up Shakespeare
Summer Camp 2016!
Come join the fun as we tackle one of Shakespeare’s favorite love
stories, As You Like It. In five fun- and drama-filled days, we will
produce a 30-minute version to perform on Friday for parents and
friends. Are you up for the challenge? There will be theatre games,
the show to put on, and also mask-making. Come experience what
Shakespeare is all about! This is going to be brilliant! Or as they
say back in Shakespeare’s time, “Huzzah!”
Ages: Rising 7th through
12th graders
Dates:
July 18–22, 2016
Time:
9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Cost:$350
Teachers:Kristin Wolanin & Paige Hoke
TO REGISTER, visit:
Lancastercountryday.org/Page/About-LCDS/Summer-Programs
Co-produced by: Theater of the Seventh Sister and
Lancaster Country Day School
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Domestic Violence Services (DVS) has been providing assistance to victims of domestic violence since 1976 and is the only program in Lancaster County that provides comprehensive
services to victims and their children. DVS provides free, confidential services and is committed to serving all victims of domestic violence. Facilities are handicapped-accessible.
• Emergency Shelter
• Individual and Group Counseling
• Children’s Activities
• Domestic Violence Legal Clinic
• Transitional Housing
• Education and Outreach
Seeking Volunteers
Domestic Violence Services of Lancaster County is seeking volunteers to provide the following
services to victims of domestic violence: answering the 24-hour Hotline; front desk coverage;
public ed/speaking engagements; group facilitation; fundraising; PFA court accompaniment
and children’s services. Call for upcoming 40-hour training session dates. The fee for individuals interested in volunteering is $50, or $75 for individuals taking the training for professional
reasons. In addition, other volunteer opportunities are available that do not require the 40-hour
training. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. By donating your valuable time and talent,
you can make a difference in the lives of victims of domestic violence and their children. Volunteers
are needed at all times of the day, seven days per week. For more information, or to schedule an
interview, call Cathy Sofilka, 299-9677, ext. 3105.
Domestic Violence Services of Lancaster County Holds Support Groups
for Victims of Domestic Violence in Columbia and Surrounding Areas
Domestic Violence Services of Lancaster County will hold a weekly Support Group on
Mondays in the Columbia area for victims of domestic violence. Please call 717-299-1249
(collect calls are accepted) for time and location.
Lancaster County Women’s
Connection Luncheon
Cordially Invites All Ladies to
“Finishing Touches” Luncheon
BENT CREEK COUNTRY CLUB
620 Bent Creek Dr., Lititz, PA 17543
Wednesday, April 6, 12 Noon
FEATURE: Brighton Collectibles at Chelsea Square
Paula Thompson sharing tips on Accessorizing Your Wardrobe.
SPEAKER: Irene McFadden “Meet Me in the Garden”
Sharing Tips from the Master Gardener
Our MUSIC will be provided by Prima Theatre
Cost is $20 inclusive
Invite a Friend and
“Do Lunch” with us.
For reservations, call Carol 898-2693
or email [email protected]
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Community
Spay and Neuter Pet Clinic
portance of having this simple
and potentially life-saving procedure performed on your pet.
Bryan Langlois, DVM
Medical Director and
Co-Founder Pet Pantry.
Our spay and neuter services are
intended to help reduce the pet
overpopulation problem in our
community and reduce the risks
of certain companion animal diseases. Other low-cost services
in Lancaster are currently overwhelmed by demand. We are
pleased to provide these services
in furthering what is widely recognized as an important goal for
all animal welfare organizations.
If you have a dog or cat that is
not spayed or neutered please
read the facts below on the im-
Why spay or neuter
dogs and cats?
Millions of dogs and cats, including puppies and kittens, go
without homes and are needlessly euthanized every year. As
a pet owner you can help make
a difference by having your dog
or cat surgically sterilized to
prevent the birth of unwanted
puppies and kittens. This procedure can also enhance your pet’s
health and increase the quality of
their life. Spaying and neutering
does not just prevent unwanted
litters. This procedure can reduce
common behavioral problems
associated with natural mating
instincts such as marking territory, humping and roaming. Pets
that are less likely to roam in
search of a mate can reduce the
risk of your dog or cat being hit
by a car, getting lost, fighting and
biting people or other animals.
This surgery can also reduce or
eliminate the risk of testicular
cancer, ovarian cancer, prostatic
hyperplasia (enlarging prostate),
uterine infection (pyometra),
mammary cancer (breast cancer)
and uterine cancer.
Why do we offer low-cost
spay and neuter surgeries?
We recognize that the costs of
these services can be prohibitive
for many of the individuals and
organizations that need them most.
If your pet is between the ages of
2 and 8 years of age, it is recommended that you get a routine blood
work screening of them done at the
your vets office prior to making the
appointment. This will help ensure
they do not have any underlying
issues that might affect their ability to undergo anesthesia. If your
pet is over the age of 8, this blood
work screening is STRONGLY
ENCOURAGED as older animals
may have some early underlying
medical issues that can only be detected on blood work. Knowing
about these issues beforehand allows us to use the safest anesthetic
and post operative medication protocol possible for the health and
well being of your pet.
Give for the Animals!
100% of donations go towards
helping people and pets right here
in Lancaster County.
We give out 9–10,000 pounds of pet
food every month to over 300 families
and 1,100 pets in need.
We provide life saving veterinary
care to strays and animals.
We have rescued and
adopted out over
350 cats this year.
26 Millersville Road
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717)-983-8878
Visit www.petpantrylc.org for dropoff locations near you!
Become a 2016 Member and Save Lives!
Your support matters to our pets. In fact,
your support more than matters; it makes
the difference between life and death for
thousands of animals who come to the Humane League of Lancaster County each
year when they have nowhere else to turn.
For as little as $15, you can become a
Humane League member and help animals
on their journeys to a forever home. As a
member, you will receive Paw Prints, our
printed newsletter, and you can take advantage of discounts from local businesses with
our exclusive membership discount card.
2195 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster
(717) 393-6551
Visit our website at www.humaneleague.com
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March/April 2016
Professional Services
Wohlsen Construction Earns National Safety
Wohlsen Construction Appoints
Award from Associated Builders and Contractors Mechanical Estimator to Team
Wohlsen Construction Company
has been named the winner of
a National Safety Excellence
Award from Associated Builders
and Contractors (ABC). Based
in Lancaster, Wohlsen Construction received the award March 2
during the 26th annual Excellence in Construction® Awards in
Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
“Wohlsen Construction’s safety record demonstrates how a
company-wide commitment to
safety as a core value can deliver world-class results,” said
2016 ABC National Chair David Chapin, president of Willmar
Electric Service, Lincoln, Neb.
“Wohlsen’s safety record shows
that in a culture that emphasizes
safety and caring for its people,
every incident is preventable, and
we can help drive the construction industry toward zero-incident
jobsites. Our ultimate goal is that
every employee returns home in
the same—or better—condition
in which they arrived.”
The 2015 National Safety Excellence Award winners were se-
Wohlsen Construction Company
is pleased to announce that James
R. Parker has joined the firm as a
mechanical estimator. Mr. Parker
will provide anticipated costs
for the mechanical portions of
projects and will coordinate the
HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection, assuring complete scope
coverage.
lected from ABC member firms
that achieved Diamond, Platinum and Gold status in ABC’s
Safety Training Evaluation Process (STEP). During the selection
process, national safety winners
were judged on self-evaluation
scores, lost workday case rates,
total recordable rates, leading indicator use, process and program
innovations, and video interviews conducted by members of
ABC’s National Environment,
Health & Safety Committee.
The National Safety Awards are
presented in three major North
American Industry Classification
System (NAICS) code categories: NAICS 236—Construction
of Buildings; NAICS 237—
Heavy and Civil Engineering
Construction; and NAICS 238—
Specialty Trade Contractors.
Mr. Parker’s extensive construction industry experience includes
work as a foreman, project
manager, and estimator at UGI
HVAC Enterprises, Inc., for 24
years. Additionally, Mr. Parker
was the self-proprietor of Parker
Sheet Metal, an HVAC contractor. These past positions provide
him with the knowledge and
skills needed to excel in his role
at Wohlsen Construction.
Founded in 1890, Wohlsen Construction provides construction
management, general contract-
James R. Parker
Wohlsen Construction
Mechanical Estimator
ing, and design/build services
to clients throughout the MidAtlantic states. As a leading
merit-shop firm, Wohlsen provides construction services in
the senior living, education,
healthcare, and commercial markets, and maintains full-service
offices in Lancaster, Harrisburg,
Pa.; and Media, Pa., Wilmington,
Del., Baltimore, Md., Parsippany, N.J., and Westport, Conn.
2016’s Best and Worst Cities for Single Moms
by Richie Bernardo
wallethub.com
Finding a new place to put down
roots is hard enough when you’re
single, let alone when you attach
“mom” to that status and a kid,
or several, to your hip. By then
you’re dealing with a different
ballgame and literally some extra
baggage.
Not long ago, the two-parent
system standardized our familycentric society. Single moms and
single parents in general were a
bit of a social rarity, even frowned
upon by mainstream groups. But
as cultural perspectives have
warmed up to this once-unconventional family structure, moms
choosing to rear their children
alone are no longer deemed social pariahs. Today, single-mom
families account for a quarter of
all U.S. households, at nearly 10
million, far outnumbering their
single-dad counterparts by a good
eight million.
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But whether by volition or otherwise, the role of an unattached
parent can be somewhat of a financial tightrope act, especially
if you’re a single mom relying
on a single income. In 2014, the
median income for a home led
by an unmarried mom totaled
$24,403, not even a third of the
$84,541 for families headed by
married parents, according to
U.S. Census Bureau data. And
solo-mom families are more
likely than single-dad units to
live under poverty, with childcare costs that exceed the cost of
rent in every state, eating a good
chunk of their earnings.
and earn a livable income, while
their children receive the best and
most cost-effective care. Scroll
down for the winners, additional
expert commentary on single
motherhood and its challenges,
as well as a full description of our
methodology.
In light of Women’s History
Month and National Single Parent Day on March 21, Wallet
Hub’s analysts decided to honor
single moms by identifying the
most suitable cities for their families. Our comparison of the 150
largest U.S. cities is based on 17
key indicators of an ideal environment in which single moms have
access to ample job opportunities
WalletHub’s analysts compared
the 150 largest cities across 17
key metrics to find the most suitable cities for single moms and
their families. Our data set ranges
from “median annual income for
single moms” to “housing affordability for single moms” to “access to adequate child care.”
Best Cities for Single Moms
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Scottsdale, AZ
Madison, WI
Fremont, CA
San Francisco, CA
Seattle, WA
Pembroke Pines, FL
Irvine, CA
Honolulu, HI
Sioux Falls, SD
Overland Park, KS
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Des Moines, IA
Omaha, NE
Raleigh, NC
Orlando, FL
Huntington Beach, CA
Gilbert, AZ
Little Rock, AR
Tacoma, WA
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Brownsville, Tex., has the highest
percentage of single moms with
underaged children living below
poverty level, 61.2 percent, which
is four times higher than in Pembroke Pines, Fla., the city with the
lowest, 14.6 percent.
with the lowest, 2.84 percent.
Gilbert, Ariz., has the highest
median annual income for single
moms (adjusted for cost of living), $46,856, which is four times
higher than in New York, the city
with the lowest, $12,698.
Irvine, Calif., has the highest percentage of single moms with at
least a bachelor’s degree, 53.84
percent, which is seven times
higher than in Cleveland, Ohio, the
city with the lowest, 7.54 percent.
San Francisco has the highest cost
of a babysitter, $18.50, which is
two times more expensive than in
Fort Wayne, Ind., the city with the
lowest, $12.50.
Brownsville, Tex., has the highest
percentage of single moms lacking
health-insurance coverage, 33.67
percent, which is 12 times higher
than in Worcester, Mass., the city
St. Louis, Mo., has the highest
number of child- and day-care
establishments per 1,000 children
aged 13 and younger, 6.69, which
is 16 times more than in North
Las Vegas, Nev., the city with the
lowest, 0.42.
Comparing the Best & Worst
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Lexington-Fayette, Ky., has the
highest number of childcare
workers per 1,000 children aged
13 and younger, 19.93, which is
six times higher than in Las Vegas, the city with the lowest, 3.34.
For the full report and to see
where your city ranks, please visit
wallethub.com/edu/best-citiesfor-single-moms/19772.
Lancaster County Woman
Professional Services
Making House Selling and Buying Easier for Seniors
Rochelle “Rocky” Welkowitz
Mature Adult Relocation
Specialist
After living for so many years
in their homes and collecting not only valuables but
also memories, many older
adults find the idea of moving
to be frightening and overwhelming. Rochelle “Rocky”
Welkowitz, Lancaster County’s first Real Estate Specialist for mature adults (with
Prudential Homesale Services
Group) is making the entire
process easier for seniors.
For many, it has been so long
since they’ve bought or sold a
house—often 20 to 50 years—
they don’t know where to begin. “I spend a great deal of
time with my clients and listen very closely to what their
needs and problems are. My
goal is to identify how I can
help them make the transition
to a new lifestyle with as little
stress and worry as possible.
I’ve actually advised some
individuals not to sell their
home, but to hire a contractor
and make some accommodating adjustments,” she says.
Rocky offers free in-home
consultations to mature adults
who are thinking of making
a change.
Rocky is a fabulous resource
for finding many services older
adults might need before, during, and after moving. These
include an interior designer
to help select which furniture
to sell or keep and where to
place it, buyout people, auctioneers, moving companies,
estate planners, financial advisers, lawyers specializing
in mature adult concerns, insurance advisers, a geriatric
care consultant to help select
a community which matches
the client’s budget and medical needs, and organizers who
can pack, unpack, and resettle clients in their new homes.
Rocky and her team are happy to put her clients in touch
with those professionals who
can deliver the services they
need, or coordinate the entire
process for her clients. They
will even send out change-ofaddress notices for clients, if
they so desire.
Many of her clients of the last
31 years are widows from a
generation when men made
all of the major decisions, and
who now rely heavily on their
children to help. These children have their own family
and business obligations and
have expressed great appreciation for Rocky’s services as
the “missing link” in the moving process. They have peace
of mind, much less stress, and
know they and their mother
are just a phone call away
from an experienced Mature
Adult Relocation Specialist
they can trust to a successful
conclusion.
“My clients are vibrant, enthusiastic, and valuable people; their standards are so
much of what I knew growing up. Several of my clients have known me since I
was six years old,” she says.
Rocky has spent most of her
life in Lancaster County. She
is more than just a realtor and
move organizer; Rocky is a
personal advocate working to
make people’s lives easier and
more enjoyable.
Need a Speaker for
Your Group?
Let Rocky Share Her 31 Years
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EarthTalk™– Big Game Hunting Good for Wildlife?
How is it that big game hunting can actually be good for
wildlife?
– Ronnie Wilson, Ft. Myers, FL
When Minnesota dentist Walter
Palmer killed Cecil, a muchloved wild 13-year-old blackmaned lion, with his bow and
arrow in July 2015 outside a
protected section of Zimbabwe’s
Hwange National Park, animal
advocates were outraged. The
University of Oxford’s Wildlife Conservation Research Unit
team had been studying Cecil
and his family—protected as
long as they stayed within the
invisible borders of the park—
at the time. In response to the
extensive media coverage and
public fury following the incident, Delta, American and United airlines announced in August
that they would no longer allow
hunters to transport big game
trophies, including buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion or rhino,
on their flights.
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Cecil’s death also helped draw
attention to big game hunting and its effects on wildlife
populations and their ecosystems. Globe-trotting big game
hunters imported more than
1.26 million “trophies”—the
part of the animal they keep for
display—to the U.S. between
2005 and 2014, according to a
new report by Humane Society
International (HSI). That’s an
average of 126,000 trophy imports a year, or 345 a day.
But hunting proponents found
the sudden backlash over Cecil’s death unsubstantiated. Dr.
Alan Maki, conservation chair
at the prominent hunting group,
Safari Club International (SCI),
argued that, considering that Africa’s human population is projected to double to two billion
in the next 25 years, more and
more land will be needed to support this growth, resulting in lots
of lost wildlife habitat. Safari
hunting, a $200 million annual
industry, provides substantial
value to wildlife, he said, by
paying for anti-poaching patrols, national park operations
and conservation programs that
support local communities.
“We’re too busy showing everyone what great hunters we
are, and we’re not doing enough
to show what kind of conservationists we are,” says Ivan Carter, an African hunting guide
and host of Carter’s W.A.R. on
the Outdoor Channel. “We have
to change the perception that
we are just trophy killers and
we’ve got to focus on the fact
that we’re conservationists, and
we do that by having and sharing the right information and
research, and taking the time to
post properly on social media.”
Of course, not everyone agrees
that trophy hunting is benign,
let alone beneficial. HSI maintains that widespread corruption in some of Africa’s most
sought after big game destina-
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tions means that money raised
from trophy hunting in places
like Tanzania and Zimbabwe
is more likely used to line officials’ pockets than to help
ailing wildlife populations.
(This unavoidable corruption
was part of the reason Kenya
banned trophy hunting altogether within its borders some
four decades ago.) HSI also
points out that trophy hunting
may be more about ego-stroking than conservation, with
wealthy American hunters willing to pay top dollar to compete in contests to kill the most
wildlife for awards (such as the
“Africa Big Five” that includes
lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards and Cape buffalo).
HSI, which has published several reports detailing the negative effects of trophy hunting on
wildlife populations, is working to get additional airlines to
refuse passage to hunting trophies, and has helped introduce
legislation to Congress calling
for a ban on the importation of
large animal trophies altogether.
While it appears that the debate
is not going to be settled anytime soon, animal advocates
maintain that upholding laws
protecting species does much
more to protect animals than
killing them ever can.
CONTACTS: Oxford Wildlife Conservation Research
Unit, www.wildcru.org; SCI,
www.safariclub.org; Carter’s
W.A.R., www.outdoorchannel.
com/showvideos.aspx?showid=33240; HSI, www.hsi.org.
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Moss and is a registered trademark of E–The Environmental
Magazine (www.emagazine.com).
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March/April 2016
Fashion & Beauty
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“I know a perm will give me the
volume and curl I want, but I can’t
get my stylist to give me one.”
Then, with the straightening
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perms seemed reserved for the
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A. L. Segro
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Services
Business & Finance
Addressing Conflict Head-on
everyone took the appropriate
measures to make sure everything is in order.
So how do you make sure your
estate plan and business are
well planned?
Jeffrey C. Goss, Esquire
Brubaker Connaughton Goss &
Lucarelli LLC
Many of us would rather
avoid difficult conversations
where emotions run high and
conflict may occur. Unfortunately, because many business
owners and families want to
avoid potential conflict and
difficult meetings, proper
business and estate planning
is not done. Families fall
apart and businesses collapse
when the potential issues are
not addressed and planning is
put to the side. A good amount
of my work would go away if
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Once you have defined your
wishes and goals, the first step
in any planning process is to
seek expert legal, financial and
tax/accounting advice on how
best to structure an estate and
business plan that meets those
wishes and goals. Once you
know what you want and how
best to structure it, determine
whether a family or business
meeting is necessary. If such
a meeting is necessary, the
next question is how to bring
together all the family and/or
business owners to discuss the
plan and to address questions
and concerns any one may
have. Some will have the family attorney lead such a meeting
to help redirect pointed questions, avoid discord and facilitate a productive outcome.
Others may bring in a trusted
spiritual or personal advisor or
a business coach. Those families and business owners that
exercise this level of stewardship reap the reward of having
issues addressed and resolved
while everyone is alive and
competent to discuss them.
The goal of the family meeting is to address conflict headon and put a plan in place that
spells out who is in control and
the positions and responsibilities of all others involved. The
final plan should include a wellthought-out Will, beneficiary
designations, Durable Power of
Attorney, Healthcare Power of
Attorney and Living Will, and
identify who is to carry out the
plan and who will receive your
assets when you die. For business owners, this means having
an agreement between the owners that addresses their ownership rights and addresses what
happens upon death, disability,
and bankruptcy.
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The other benefit of this type
of planning is that if tragedy
occurs, there are no surprises
because everyone knows the
plan that is in place. I have
attended too many meetings
where everyone is surprised,
causing beneficiaries and business owners to lawyer up.
Taking these steps can be a
challenge, but at the end the
benefit of having a solid plan
in place is more than worth
the effort. Your business will
enjoy a smooth transition of
leadership and continued success, while your family remains whole and unscathed. If
that alone does not convince
you, consider this: The costs
and expenses of legal, financial and tax/accounting fees
are much less to put such a
plan in place versus the costs
and expenses to sort out the
mess without a plan in place.
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2015
Health & Wellness
The Gateway to Your Fountain of Youth
Denyse Kling, Owner
Bikram Yoga at Brighton
The yoga at Bikram Yoga at
Brighton (BYAB) serves as the
natural medicine for the human
body…that will help to heal
and protect your body—bones
to skin, fingertips to toes, inside
out—for your entire life. For
over 5,000 years, Yoga has been
proven to work
When Bikram yoga is practiced—
26 postures and two breathing
exercises—you’re energized for
the day…translated, feeling
vitality, relaxation and calm.
“This yoga is
the quickest and
most efficient way
to bring health,
well-being and
preventive
medicine into
your life.”
now open
Bikram Yoga
at Brighton
is a beginner’s
Hatha-based studio
suitable for all ages
and levels.
So come join us…
we look forward to
seeing you where it’s
HOT…Namaste!!!
Bikram yoga serves as a conduit
to bring flexibility and mobility
to the physical body—reinforcing that motion is the lotion to
all our body’s systems working
effectively and efficiently. It’s
very important to understand
that in Bikram Yoga at Brighton, along with dealing with the
body, we also “exercise” the
mind and spirit.
When you start and continue
practicing yoga at Bikram Yoga
at Brighton, you’ll experience
true optimum, radiant health for
the first time. Maybe you’re just
experiencing what you think are
typical aches and pains, inevitable
as we grow older, right? Suddenly, you’ll feel much younger—sleeping through the night,
feeling more healthy and well,
having greater clarity and focus.
March/April 2016
Denyse with
Marilyn,
Carolyn,
and Megan,
instructors at
Bikram Yoga
at Brighton'
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Lancaster County Woman
In the Spotlight
Making Someone’s Day a Little Brighter
Beverly Korman
tary transportation for medical
appointments, grocery shopping,
banking, or other errands. I’ve
known Beverly for many years;
she serves actively and attends
the church where I was outreach
director. She is always eager to get
involved and give back to others. I
was so intrigued to hear about her
new venture! Well, it’s not THAT
new…Brighter Day has served
and cared for people for almost
two years now! Way to go, Bev!
“I can’t believe you do this for
me and you don’t have to!” a
woman exclaimed with astonishment. Beverly laughed and responded, “You try arguing with
God! He called me to do this, and
I’m listening.”
Truly, I was unprepared for how
beautifully God laid something
on Beverly’s heart and how He
helped her enthusiastically pursue this endeavor. Through her
deep compassion and faithfulness, God worked in Beverly’s
life to complete this mission—a
mission that relieves suffering
for others, is unique to Beverly’s
experiences, is action-oriented,
and brings joy to the world.
I recently met with Beverly
Korman, the founder and director of Brighter Day Foundation,
a nonprofit that provides for any
adult in need, most of whom are
low-income, with complimen-
Fulfills A Need
In the summer of 2014, Beverly
received a calling to start a nonprofit to provide care to people
who need it and can’t afford
it. Through her experiences in
by Julie Welles,
originally appearing on
AliveWithCompassion.com
the social services for over 25
years, she recognized that there
was a gap in care. Many people
couldn’t afford expensive transport like medical transit services,
taxis and buses. Tasks like pushing a grocery cart, unloading
groceries and other similar dayto-day tasks can sometimes feel
overwhelming to those with disabilities, the elderly or those who
don’t have family to help them.
A Unique Offering
“Our service is different from
some of the other options available in the community,” Beverly
explains. “Our warm and friendly
volunteers offer continuity of
care in many cases, which enables them to build relationships
with the people we serve.” It’s
not just about the ride to a doctor’s appointment for a disabled
man, or helping an elderly widow with her grocery shopping.
Brighter Day Foundation seeks
to go beyond—the caring and
dedicated volunteers seek to treat
the people they serve with dignity, respect and compassion. The
people they serve walk a difficult
path and need to know that they
don’t have to face it alone.
Compassion In Action
With conviction in her heart, she
started researching how to start
a nonprofit. By July 2014 the
Brighter Day Foundation was
born! With a handful of compassionate volunteers, Beverly took
the leap of faith and began serving and caring for others by offering transport for appointments
and errands, and sometimes
even helping with crisis care
and financial needs. Now, over
25 volunteers serve and care
for individuals referred through
several Lancaster, Pa., community agencies.
Brings Joy
“I am amazed, grateful and overwhelmed that someone said they
could help—and right away it
started,” says Kathy, a person
cared for by Brighter Day Foundation. “It is like a kiss and hug
from God and a new sense of
hope.” Through their compassionate care, the volunteers are
personifying the love of God,
bringing joy and hope into lives
that are at the end of their rope.
“I love to hear their stories,” Beverly says, “I’m sure I get more
joy out of this than they do.”
That, my friends, is the hidden secret behind compassion.
Doesn’t it make your heart feel
good to make someone else’s life
a little brighter? When we act on
our feelings of empathy, we pour
out God’s blessings on others.
The unexpected bonus is that He
shares blessings and a brighter
day for you, too!
Beverly’s story is not of heroic
sacrifice, but of compassionate
faithfulness. She heard the call
and took action. It’s quite simple.
Do you see how God was able to
use her faithfulness to empower
others to give wholeheartedly
and bring joy to the world?
New Novel Defies Genre and Reality
Go inside the mind of Hope, a
clairvoyant and sensitive soul,
as she attempts to transcend
her victimhood and flimsy grip
on reality, while attempting to
find her truth about divinity.
In another place, the stunning
fictional debut by Tina ShyverPlank, poetry and surrealistic
imagery blend with prose that
meanders between dark and
flowery to create a novel that
defies genre.
Author Tina Shyver-Plank
Tina Shyver-Plank is an
independent author who lives
in Lancaster, Pa., with her
husband, Todd Plank, and their
dog, Lilith. Currently also a
proofreader, Tina has credits
as a writer and editor. Writing
and contemplating human
existence have come naturally
to Tina, who has a degree
in philosophy with a minor
in English from Millersville
University of Pennsylvania.
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Hope’s internal struggle to
overcome the effects of physical and emotional abuse by
The Man are compounded by
her fragile mental state. In order to cope, she has created a
subconscious realm where she
coexists with her strong and
brave alter ego, Sarah St. Vincent, who ultimately tempts her
to leave Another Place and find
sanctuary in the real world. One
prison is exchanged for another
as Hope strives for stability and
reality to occur simultaneously
inside her mind.
Hope represents a deeply sensitive, creative and feminine
aspect of being where multiple
states of consciousness can exist integrally. Within a nurturing environment, this state can
lead to self-actualization, but in
Hope’s case, the abuse has severely wounded it. By attempting to reclaim her complicated
nature, Hope is fighting against
the patriarchal imbalance and
antagonism that her abuser, The
Man, represents.
The deep, meaningful symbolism and somewhat difficult subject matter in another place do
not make it a cumbersome read.
Tina Shyver-Plank has dared to
say so much in a manner with
which almost all readers will
relate. She truly represents a
fresh voice and perspective that
is lacking in much of popular
literature.
another place is now available
everywhere books are sold.
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March/April 2016
Health & Wellness
Details for President Buchanan’s 225th Birthday Celebration Announced
Wreath-Laying, Free Guided Tours of Wheatland by Buchanan Elementary Students Mark Occasion
The 225th anniversary of President James Buchanan’s birth
will be commemorated on
April 23, 2016, and will feature
the annual presentation of the
White House wreath for the
President’s grave site at Woodward Hill Cemetery starting at
10 a.m., followed by a Birthday
Celebration at Wheatland starting at 12 noon and lasting till
2 p.m. Both events are free and
open to the public.
The day’s events begin at
10:00 a.m., at Woodward Hill
Cemetery for the Presidential
Wreath-Laying Ceremony. The
ceremony includes a historical
view of James Buchanan by
Brigadier General Timothy J.
Hilty. Another special guest is the
15th president’s historic guards,
the Lancaster Fencibles; they
will present a black powder–
gun salute at the cemetery.
The ceremony concludes with
the Presidential Wreath being
placed at James Buchanan’s
tomb by Brigadier General Timothy J. Hilty, with assistance
from two Buchanan Elementary
School students.
students as they interpret the
history of Wheatland, James
Buchanan, his family and his
life. Enjoy a slice of James Buchanan’s birthday cake with
some punch, provided through
the generosity of the James
Buchanan Elementary Parent
Teacher Organization (PTO).
Following the ceremony the
public is invited by the students
and PTO of James Buchanan
Elementary School to President
James Buchanan’s Wheatland
for a 225th birthday celebration.
Free tours of the president’s
beloved home, Wheatland, are
available from 12 noon until
2:00 p.m., with a tour beginning every 15 minutes, and the
last free tour beginning at 1:45.
These tours will be led by the
Buchanan Elementary School
Born April 23, 1791, James
Buchanan served as president
of the United States from 1857–
1861. His presidency was defined by a struggle to preserve
the Union as it exploded over
slavery, secession, and Mr.
Lincoln’s election. His political
career began in Pennsylvania’s
Legislature and was followed
by 35 years in Congress, as a
foreign diplomat, and as Secretary of State before his election
as our 15th U.S. president.
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Veterinary Medicine
Your Pet’s Dental Health
due to this bacteria entering the
bloodstream.
Leann Murphy, VMD
VCA Smoketown Animal Hospital
Periodontal disease is the
most common clinical condition affecting dogs and cats.
Periodontal disease involves
inflammation of the supporting structures of the tooth due
to bacteria in plaque that accumulates over time. The inflammation causes detachment and
recession of the gingiva, and
bacteria release destructive enzymes that cause bone loss and
eventual tooth loss. Periodontal
disease is also linked to heart
disease and other organ damage,
Fractured teeth are another
common condition which occurs when dogs chew on rocks,
ice, and other hard objects. If
the central pulp of the tooth is
exposed, bacteria pass through
and create a tooth root abscess.
Tooth wear occurs when dogs
chew on tennis balls or cage
bars excessively or when a
malocclusion causes improper
tooth-to-tooth contact. The removal of enamel too rapidly can
cause pulp exposure and lead to
inflammation. Tooth resorption
occurs very commonly in adult
cats. In this disease, the root
erodes and is replaced by bone
while the crown of the tooth
may eventually fracture off.
Your cat or dog may not show
overt signs of dental disease,
which emphasizes the importance of regular dental exams by
your veterinarian. However, you
should be alert for signs of disease, which include bad breath,
tooth loss, bloody gums, or discolored tartar on teeth. Also,
keep watch for signs of pain such
as drooling, pawing at the mouth,
or a decreased appetite.
The first step in treatment of
dental disease is an oral exam
by your veterinarian. At routine
wellness visits, your pet’s oral
cavity will be examined, and
your veterinarian will let you
know if a professional dental
cleaning is recommended. This
procedure requires anesthesia,
so your veterinarian will recommend bloodwork to assess
overall health. After a detailed
oral exam to check for disease,
an ultrasonic scaler is used to
remove plaque and tartar from
above and below the gums, then
the teeth are polished. The teeth
are inspected with a probe to
check for pain, pulp exposure,
or periodontal pockets. Dental
radiographs are recommended,
as they allow assessment of the
health of the teeth, the roots, and
the surrounding bone. If extractions or other treatments are
necessary, your pet may be sent
home with pain medications and
antibiotics.
The gold standard for prevention of dental disease is at-home
care, specifically toothbrushing.
Daily brushing with a pet-safe
toothpaste is recommended to
prevent the accumulation of
plaque. Gradually acclimate
your dog or cat to brushing
from a young age, and keep the
routine a pleasant experience.
There are several videos available online, and the American
Veterinary Dental College has
good resources on at-home care.
While not a substitute for daily
brushing, there are also several
diets and dental chews on the
market which have been specially designed to decrease plaque
and tartar accumulation. Check
for the Veterinary Oral Health
Council (VOHC) seal of acceptance that shows that a specific
product has been proven to have
a beneficial effect. If you have
questions on your pet’s dental
health or how to get started with
at-home dental care, please consult your veterinarian!
Dr. Murphy grew up in
Lancaster and attended
Conestoga Valley High School.
Her family had a wide variety
of pets and livestock on their
farmette, and she enjoyed
caring for all the different
species. She is the daughter
of Dr. John Kreider, who
was on staff at Smoketown
Veterinary Hospital for 21
years, so she is quite familiar
with the hospital and staff.
She worked here in 2006 as
an animal care attendant and
again in 2009 while preparing
for veterinary school. After
receiving her bachelor’s
degree in biochemistry from
Messiah College, she earned
her doctorate in veterinary
medicine from the University
of Pennsylvania. In her spare
time, she enjoys hiking,
playing tennis, spending time
with her husband Ryan, and
visiting with her family and
their two boxers, Zeke and
Jodie. Dr. Murphy is excited
to be back in her hometown,
joining the team at such a highquality hospital.
We are in need of towels and small
or large blankets for our patients.
Any donations would be
greatly appreciated. Thank you
so much for your generosity!
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