The new year brings a new start and a new opportunity to create a happier, healthier you. Every year many of us ring in the new year and set out our New Year’s resolutions. Often, goals focus on business success, love and health. The reasons behind these resolutions vary from person to person and may be reactions to the various stresses we have in our lives. Massage can be part of a proactive plan of preventative medicine in the same way as exercise and healthy living! Here are my … [Read more...] about Considering Self-Care as a New Year’s Resolution
New Year, New Technologies for Rejuvenating Skin
Many New Year’s resolutions are not attainable, but having younger, healthier looking skin is achievable by combining some healthy lifestyle changes and by taking advantage of new technologies. Taking Advantage of New Technologies As we age, muscles become elastic and unable to support the skin tissue attached to them. In addition, the skin loses its ability to regenerate new tissue and its ability to moisturize itself. Fluid buildup, wrinkles and sagging are the end result of this … [Read more...] about New Year, New Technologies for Rejuvenating Skin
Mountain Valley Home for Health Receives Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award
Mountain Valley Home for Health, a service of Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital, has won the 2018 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award. Press Ganey is an industry leader in measuring, understanding and improving the patient experience. Mountain Valley Home for Health earned the distinction by achieving the 95th percentile in performance for Patient Experience during each reporting period in 2017. The award is presented annually. “The Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence … [Read more...] about Mountain Valley Home for Health Receives Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award
Skywest CEO Offers Graduates ‘Four Fundamental Truths’
The fall semester 2018 graduating class at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s (ERAU) Prescott campus helped celebrate the conclusion of the 40th anniversary of its founding in an impressive graduation ceremony. More than 1,000 people gave a standing ovation to the 249 students who received degrees ranging from baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral during morning ceremonies Dec. 15, at the Prescott Valley Event Center. Students from more than 17 nations were represented among the … [Read more...] about Skywest CEO Offers Graduates ‘Four Fundamental Truths’
Important Considerations When Purchasing an Office Building
There’s a lot to consider when preparing to buy a commercial property. A Prescott Valley man recently approached me as he was in the process of purchasing a roughly 22,000-square-foot office building in the Prescott area. The property had nine total office suites with three spaces currently vacant. He asked what sorts of things he needed to check out during the inspection period. As a commercial broker, I can’t even begin to tell you how many prospective buyers overlook key concerns during … [Read more...] about Important Considerations When Purchasing an Office Building
Identifying Wines for the Health-Conscious Drinker
Welcome to 2019, folks! The new year is a time that many of us re-center and make varying degrees of effort to create a healthier reality for ourselves. Wine is perceived to be the healthier choice among many of those who enjoy adult beverages. There are a few ways that wines relate to health. Whether you are looking to combat the aging process, are trying to lose weight, or have found that the sulfites in wine have a negative effect on you, we have tips to help you get the most out of your … [Read more...] about Identifying Wines for the Health-Conscious Drinker
Grand Opening of a Grand Lodge
With striking panoramic views in all directions – the Bradshaw Mountains, Thumb Butte, Granite Mountain, Watson Lake – the four-story Grand Lodge at Touchmark at the Ranch now is accepting residents. Located on a prominent ridge line just north of Highway 69 on the east side of Prescott across from the Prescott Gateway Mall, the Grand Lodge has 95 independent living homes, ranging from studio units to two-bedroom, two-bath plus a den and fully equipped kitchens. According to Executive … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of a Grand Lodge
Seven Health Components for Launching into Fitness
Welcome, 2019! It is a brand new year, and now after the hustle of the holiday season, we turn our minds toward getting back into a routine; hopefully, one that includes a focus on health. Maybe you gained a few extra pounds over the holidays and are now contemplating how to shed that extra "fluff." In my years working with clients, I have nailed down seven components of health that will launch you into your fittest year yet! Please check with your doctor if you are beginning a new fitness … [Read more...] about Seven Health Components for Launching into Fitness
Looking Ahead to a Prosperous New Year
All indicators point to another productive and prosperous year in 2019 in our city and region. There are several key issues that the Prescott City Council will be taking up in the first quarter. Airport Success Because of your dedicated support, Prescott Regional Airport had just over 10,000 enplanements in 2018. This makes available $1 million dollars in federal funding for capital projects at the airport. It will also put Prescott in good position for additional grants from the … [Read more...] about Looking Ahead to a Prosperous New Year
Yavapai Reentry Program Helping Ex-Prisoners Start Again
Jennifer (not her real name), 45, was released from an eight-year prison sentence for drug-related charges and theft last month. Once married but now divorced, Jennifer is the mother of two adult children, both of whom live out of state and tend to ignore her because of her conviction. Jennifer has a college degree and once was a bank clerk. But now, as a felon, she’s having a difficult time finding a job in Yavapai County, especially in her home area of Dewey. She doesn’t have a driver’s … [Read more...] about Yavapai Reentry Program Helping Ex-Prisoners Start Again