West/Northwest Creative Living August 2011

Something I’vealways foundinspiring isvolunteerism.Whether you lendyour time behindthe scenes with achild, with an adultin need, withanimals, or directinga large group of people; it’s time well invested.

It’s human nature to want to leave your markon the world – to know that because you are herethere’s been a signifcant difference made in theworld.

This month we highlight volunteerism underthe Fall Entertainment section. Remember asyour planning to visit pumpkin patches, andother fun fall outings, to think of ways youyourself can give back to your community oreven change the world.

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TopicsHealth & FitnessMind • Body • Spirit

Fall EntertainmentActivities

Senior LivingCare • Home

3 9 At HomeDecorating • Improvement

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H E A L T H & F I T N E S S

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My name is Dr. Kitzmiller and I havesleep apnea. I started snoring when Iwas in my late 20s. Over the years mysnoring got worse and I would wakemyself up with a gasp or a snort.

My wife, Lori, was increasingly hav-ing to wake me up to stop snoring orstart breathing. I finally decided thatafter 23 years we bothdeserved a quiet night’ssleep.

I really thought that all Ihad was a snoring prob-lem. But I learned that snor-ing can often be a symptom of alife-threatening condition calledObstructive Sleep Apnea. Untreated,sleep apnea can lead to high blood pres-sure, diabetes, heart attack or stroke! Ischeduled an overnight sleep study andthe report revealed that not only was Isnoring, but I quit breathing 28 timesper hour! I tried wearing a CPAPmachine but struggled with the mask,

hose, sinus issues and limited sleepingpositions.

I learned that untreated sleep apneacould shorten my lifespan by up to 18years! I knew I had to do something tosave my life so I enrolled in specializedtraining to provide myself and mypatients a CPAP alternative called an

Oral Appliance. It is a medicaldevice that fits over your teethand holds the lower jaw for-ward, keeping the airwayopen while you sleep.

My wife and I now bothenjoy quiet, healthy sleep because of

my Oral Appliance. And the hundredsof patients we’ve treated over the yearsrave about finally finding a snoring andsleep apnea treatment that’s comfortableand effective!

Give our office a call at 513-248-8848to schedule your complimentary consul-tation to see how Oral ApplianceTherapy could be an option for you too!

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Snoring saved my lifeDr. Kitzmiller treats himself and his sleep apnea patients with an Oral Appliance


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Most of us at one time have devel-oped painful ingrown toenails.Sometimes we are lucky and are able tocut out the corner of the toenail at homedoing “bathroom surgery.” Other timeswe are not as lucky, and a painful, reddraining nail corner occurs that can lastfor weeks, causing shoes to rub againstthe toe and create pain and disability.

The physicians at Centers for Footand Ankle Care are able to fix your toe-nail problem permanently with a shortoffice procedure and have you walk outin regular shoes, without missing any ofyour normal activities.

The procedure, called a partialmatrixectomy, is performed under localanesthesia and removes the deep,ingrown portion of the nail.

Next, by applying an application of asafe chemical agent, the deep nail cor-ners are cauterized and no longer areable to grow the painful nail corneragain. A simple bandage is placed overthe toe and the patient uses bandaids forthe next few weeks while the toe heals.

Call the nearest office for an appoint-ment with one of our Foot and AnkleCare Specialists.

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Western Tennis & Fitness Club(WTFC) has been known by mostWest Siders as “The RacquetClub.” It was built in the 1970sprimarily as a tennis facility.There is still lots of tennis, it’sone of the top tennis clubs in thecity, but there’s much more. Theentire club has been updated. It’sa great place for the entire familyto achieve their fitness goals.There is something for everyone.Our motto…Commit to Be Fit!

Tennis for everyone!Did you play sports in high

school? Many of our adult play-ers played other sports whenthey were younger, and tennis isa game that uses most of theskills used in other sports. Tennisis not as hard on your body, it’s agreat workout and it’s fun! Sign-up now for one of their fall adultclasses…adult beginner, interme-diate and cardio tennis! Alreadyplaying? Adult leagues and

round robins are forming nowfor fall.

Are you looking for an indi-vidual sport for your childrenthat they can play now, maybehigh school tennis and then enjoywhen they are older? A newnational tennis program, 10 andUnder Tennis, is right here atWestern Tennis & Fitness Club!Children as young as 4 learn toplay tennis using foam balls, littleracquets and shorter courts andare hitting right away! Westernhas a complete offering of juniortennis clinics for all ages andabilities. Top high school playersfrom Elder, Mercy, Seton, OakHills and more have learned toplay tennis and continue to trainat WTFC. Check out WTFC’swebsite at www.westerntfc.comfor a full listing of fall junior ten-nis clinics that begin the week ofAug. 29. Private tennis lessonsare also available.

Got fitness?Many fitness clubs offer low

monthly rates then charge extrafor classes or they have discon-tinued their classes altogether!Not Western! For $45/monthplus tax, you can have unlimitedaccess to the state-of-art fitnesscenter plus unlimited spinning,yoga, Zumba, circuit training,Pilates & cardio classes! There areover 30 weekly classes to choosefrom. Where many clubs are cut-ting back on classes, WTFC con-tinues to add!

Every member receives a freefitness orientation to help getthem started! With over 1,500members, you will find many ofyour friends at the club to sup-port you!

Personal training is alsooffered at WTFC. Try personaltraining for groups of 3-4 people.It is a low cost way to work witha certified personal trainer and

achieve your fitness goals withfriends!

Western Tennis & Fitness Clubis a wonderful club, but don’t letthe word “club” scare you away.It’s a place where everyone feelswelcome! The staff is the friend-liest and most helpful you willfind at any club. The Club isclean, well-maintained and relax-ing. It is just the place for you tocome and get away from thestresses of life and to start takingcare of yourself! Try their Free 7-Day Pass!

Don’t put off taking care ofyourself. There is only one you!Commit to be fit!

Join now! No administrationfee charge in August!

Western Tennis & Fitness Clubis located at 5490 Muddy CreekRoad. For more information, call451-4233 or check out their web-site at www.westerntfc.com.


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Whether you’re a first-time parentor you’ve faced these questionsbefore, here are some safety guide-lines to keep in mind so you can pro-vide your baby with the ideal sleepenvironment:

Mattress and sheets – Place yourbaby in a safety-approved crib with afirm mattress. When selecting a mat-tress for the crib, a firmer option ispreferred over one that is too soft andflexible. Make sure that the mattressfits securely in the crib. You shouldnot be able to fit more than two fin-gers between the mattress and thecrib side. A quality, firm mattress willhelp keep your child sleeping safelyand comfortably.



When it comes tosleep, giving your

baby a safe sleepingenvironment is

extremely important.

Safe sleepfor babies:

Safety is a top priority for every parent.When it comes to sleep, giving your baby a safe

sleeping environment is extremely important,but even the best caregivers can overlook small

things that can have serious risks.

Bonus tip: Before purchasing acrib, visit www.cpsc.gov to make surethe crib you selected has not beenrecalled.

In addition to a firm mattress, thecrib sheet should fit snug so it staysput when your baby is in the crib. Asheet that is too loose may be a suffo-cation hazard.

Crib bumper safety – A cribbumper that wraps around the insideof the crib will help protect yourbaby’s arms and legs from becomingcaught between crib slats possiblyresulting in bruised or broken limbs,or the development of neuropathy. Atraditional crib bumper that is plush,pillowy and made with non-breath-able fabrics increases the risks of suffo-cation. While it might seem parentsare forced to choose between suffoca-tion or entanglement risks, there is asafer alternative that addresses bothconcerns.

Keep clutter out of crib - For mostparents, all those cute stuffed animalsand soft blankets might seem a naturalfit for the crib, but unfortunately theyall pose suffocation risks.

Toys and stuffed animals are bestsaved for interactive play time. As forblankets, consider a wearable blanketthat zips around your baby and can’tride up over her face reducing therisks of suffocation. However, whenusing a wearable blanket, dress yourbaby lightly to avoid her getting toohot.

Bonus tip: Set the room at a tem-perature that is comfortable for a light-ly clothed adult.

Safe sleep position – The U.S.Consumer Product Safety Commissionand the American Academy ofPediatrics, recommend placing babiesto sleep on their backs during napsand nighttime.

Tummy-time play is important tostrengthen neck, chest, shoulder andarm muscles. Placing a baby on herbelly should be done when she isawake and closely supervised. Whenyour baby is in the care of a sitter,family member or friend, remind themto put her to sleep on her back, as theymay not realize its importance.

By following these easy and impor-tant tips you’ll be able keep your babysafer when you put her to sleep, help-ing you both rest a bit easier.

What every parentneeds to know

F A L L E N T E R T A I N M E N T


Volunteer...

...makea difference

Don’t know how to begin?Here are a few ideas fromRust-Oleum Cares. Since itsinception, the program andassociate-driven Day ofCaring events have helpeddozens of organizations andimpacted the lives of hun-dreds of people in need.

Food from the heart –Since food banks across thecountry experience a signifi-cant decrease in donationsafter the holiday season,organizing a food drive is oneof the easiest ways to makean immediate difference insomeone’s life.

Why not organize a fooddrive with a new twist?

Company associates recentlycollected more than 2,150pounds of “healthy” food forthe Northern Illinois FoodBank, giving children andtheir families access to whole-some food options. Or, partic-ipate in a community gardenproject.

In New Jersey, associatesjoined forces with members ofthe community to maintain avegetable garden throughoutthe spring and summermonths to support the foodbank in Franklin Township,making fresh produce avail-able to families in need.

Adopt a cause – If youhave the time to make ongo-

ing commitment, there areplenty of organizations thatcan use your help. Coach aLittle League team. Become aBig Brother or Big Sister.Volunteer at a local animalshelter or have an ongoingrelationship with an organiza-tion or cause you want tohelp.

Rust-Oleum associatesbegan a relationship with theInterfaith Hospitality FamilyHomeless Shelter last year.Since that time, they’ve col-lected holiday gifts and deco-rations, school supplies, “gen-tly-used” Halloween cos-tumes, warm winter coatsand spring baskets filled withcandy and small toys, bring-ing a little joy to families whocould use a little TLC.

Take a vacation from yourvacation – Whether you’restaying close to home or trav-

eling to a faraway place, whynot reserve one day or moreto work on a project you careabout? Working together on acommunity service project isa great way to bring familiescloser and teach children theimportance of giving back tothe community. On a recentbusiness trip, several mem-bers of the Rust-Oleum mar-keting team spent a day intheir company’s birthplace,New Orleans, in a Day ofCaring for Habitat forHumanity. Laying founda-tions for new homes in thefifth ward, a neighborhoodhard hit by Hurricane Katrinasix years ago, was a greatteam building experience andgave them a warm feelingthat they have given back to acity that had given them somuch.

Make a difference in someone’slife by volunteering.

Want to make a difference in the lives of others? Give the gift of your time.

There are few things as satisfying as volunteering your time tomake a difference in your community or support a cause you care

about. The opportunities are endless - whether you have a fewhours to spare or want to make a long-term commitment.

S E N I O R L I V I N G


The decision to move is never an easy one.In October of 2010, Ada King, a longtime res-ident of Ross, Ohio, became exhausted by thehigh level of maintenance her home required.Following a massive basement flood, shestarted to research retirement communitiesthat would grant her the maintenance-freehome she desired without sacrificing herindependence or lively social life.

Though a difficult choice to make, Adaknew it was ultimately right for her. She dis-tinctly recalls her desperation on that Sundayafternoon when the basement pipes spewedwater uncontrollably. “It was really the finalstraw. I thought to myself ‘I’m not going todo this anymore.’”

After consulting with friends in the areawho understood the difficulties of maintain-ing an aging household, she confidentlychose to relocate to Berkeley Square’s retire-ment community. Her decision was based onrave reviews from friends that presentlylived there, frequented the reputable CoachHouse Tavern & Grille, or sent their children

to the on-site intergenerational kindergarten.“Everyone I spoke with loved Berkeley

Square – and really what’s not to love?” Excited and prepared to move into a spa-

cious two-bedroom home by next spring,Ada received startling news. Her home,which seemed unlikely to attract interest inthe plunging housing market, sold in a mereseven days. The situation left her scramblingto move into her new home nearly sixmonths earlier than she had planned.

“I was a mess,” she insists, “But I reallycouldn’t have done it without the help of thepeople at Berkeley Square. Because my housesold so quickly, they sped everything up forme to move in on time.”

She credits Shelly Henderson, Director ofSales, as being her “rock” and helping her tobecome acclimated with her new home andneighborhood. With Shelly’s help, Ada wasable to customize her two-bedroom home –everything from her large master suite and

A liberating choice: The freedom of retirement living

Berkeley Square resident, Ada King.LIVING see page 10


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Cedar Village RetirementCommunity, located in Mason, recentlycelebrated the grand opening of theirnewly expanded Rehabilitation Center.With board members, elected officialsand a proclamation by the mayor andcity council of Mason, the grand open-ing was well attended and provided afirst-hand tour of the new facility beforeit opened to the public.

The Rehabilitation Center at CedarVillage is now open and offers outpa-tient and inpatient therapy in a brandnew state-of-the art therapygym and an updated andremodeled 50-bed inpatientunit. The RehabilitationCenter has an experiencedstaff of therapists who pro-vide consistency and spe-cialize in all forms of thera-py including occupational,physical and speech.Therapy is available sevendays per week.

The Rehabilitation Centeris designed to meet individ-ual patient needs. Afterhospitalization, inpatientsrecuperate and rehabilitate followingsurgery, illness or injury with the help ofhighly trained staff and equipment thatcan adjust for all levels of care.Outpatients can continue their progresswith their same therapy team as theyregain their strength and return to theirdaily lives.

The Rehabilitation Center therapygym incorporates active therapies com-monly referred to as therapeutic exer-cise. Improved outcomes are accom-plished with the help of state-of-the-artequipment including a medical laser forlight therapy; recumbent bikes; resistiveknee exercisers; weighted arm pulleys;rehabilitation treadmills; parallel barsand large screen “Wii-habilitation” activ-ities. In addition Biodex balance trainersare the newest balance testing and train-

ing tool available. With four test proto-cols and six training modes, the Biodexhelps identify individuals who are pre-disposed to injury and can help improvestabilization and range of motion.

For life skills practice, theRehabilitation Center has a full sizekitchen, laundry, bedroom and bath-room suite incorporated into the therapygym that allows therapists to workdirectly with patients in a safe andsupervised setting. Adjacent outdoorspaces include a gardening area for hor-

ticulture therapy, as well as sidewalks,grass and ground for practice withwalking.

The Rehabilitation Center also offersdriving assessments which are an addi-tional component for successful rehabili-tation. This screening includes cognitiveand physical skills tests as well as in-carassessments which are important toolsto ensure safety behind the wheel.

“Our grand opening of the newRehabilitation Center was a tremendoussuccess,” said CEO/President of CedarVillage Carol Silver Elliott. “We arethrilled to offer this vital service to theCincinnati community.”

The Rehabilitation Center at CedarVillage is a nonprofit facility acceptingnew patients. Call 754-3100 to schedulea tour today.,

Cedar Village celebratesgrand opening ofRehabilitation Center

“Our grand opening of the newRehabilitation Center was a

tremendous success … We arethrilled to offer this vital service to

the Cincinnati community.”



Clovernook HealthCarePavilion and The ProgressiveWound Centre has been recog-nized by the state and Ohio’slargest long-term care organiza-tion for achieving deficiency-freestatus.

Clovernook HealthCare,home for 120 residents, was con-gratulated by the OhioDepartment of Health (ODH) forearning deficiency-free status incomplete compliance with feder-al and state for health and lifesafety requirements-at the time ofits annual survey in June 2011.During the survey a team of pro-

fessional reviewers from ODHcheck nursing care and services,environmental standards, dietaryservices, records, administrationand every other aspect of provid-ing care and housing to nursingcare residents.

The Ohio Health CareAssociation, the state’s largestorganization representing long-term care facilities, also compli-mented administrator, AmyMullowney and her staff for theirachievement. Clovernook is amember of the organization,which represents more than 700long-term care facilities

statewide.“Deficiency free surveys

reflect significant efforts of facili-ty staff and administration, anddemonstrate a commitment tocontinued quality care, “ saidLinda Black-Kurek, OHCA presi-dent.

“The success of a facility inachieving this goal reflects wellon the long-term care communityacross the state, and is anachievement for which adminis-trators and their staff can takegreat pride and satisfaction,” shesaid.

The facility received a special

certificate of recognition and con-gratulations from OHCA com-memorating its success, and hasbeen added to the roster ofOHCA/OCAL/OCDD membersachieving deficiency-free statuson the Association’s website atwww.ohca.org.

Clovernook HealthCarePavilion is located at 7025Clovernook Ave.; is set on sixbeautifully landscaped acres andis centrally located in the middleof Hamilton County. Clovernookrecently celebrated 30 years ofserving the Tristate area.

Clovernook achieves annual deficiency-free survey

double-pantry kitchen to the extra bed-room for friends and out-of-town guestswas designed to meet her needs.

Sitting in her plush living room, look-ing out onto her patio, Ada recalls thetransformation of her new home atBerkeley Square, “New cabinetry, carpetand even kitchen appliances – every-thing I asked for became a reality,” shechuckles. Even her cat, Milly, hasadjusted to her new home, claimingAda’s walk-in closet as her very ownfeline palace.

Aside from enjoying her spacious liv-ing quarters, Ada has maintained heractive lifestyle since moving to BerkeleySquare. She even admits to, at times,feeling overwhelmed with the variety ofactivities at her disposal.

Dabbling in all of Berkeley Square’sactivities is her approach to experiencingall that her new neighborhood has tooffer, though she is partial to yoga,happy hour, book club and bridge. She’salso made time for Cincinnati day-trips,including Pops orchestra performancesas well as Playhouse in the Park.

“Golf” she says, “is a favorite of

mine. I still belong to a ladies golfleague. Everyone thinks we playbecause we’re very serious about golf,but really we go to have fun, eat lunchand chat!” She adds poignantly, “Youdon’t quit playing because you growold. You grow old because you quitplaying.”

Almost a year after selling her homeand relocating, Ada looks to the futurewith confidence and says she has “noregrets.”

“It’s important to make up yourmind, and decide what is best for you.That’s really what made the biggest dif-ference for me.”

Her decision to move to BerkeleySquare was ultimately liberating, relin-quishing her from tiresome burdens andgranting her the freedom to enjoy a newlifestyle. It wasn’t an easy choice tomake, but the peace of mind and securi-ty afforded to Berkeley Square residentslike Ada ensures an unparalleled qualityof life and staff who are dedicated tomeeting the changing needs of residents.

A choice that she maintains “is thebest I could have made for myself.”

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