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Guide To Good HealthSerenity Health And Wellness Center Rebuilds After Fire At Perrysburg LocationBY NANCY GAGNET

MIRROR REPORTER

The last few weeks havenot been easy for SerenityHealth & Wellness ownersJohn and Deitra Hickey.

A June 21st fire at theirPerrysburg location has beendeemed a complete loss. Thelocation was completelyrebuilt and updated just 12months ago.

“I’ve literally been numb,”Deitra said.

The fire, which is stillunder investigation, is believedto have started in a dryer.While Deitra didn’t go intofull detail about a pendinginsurance issue, she said thatbusiness insurance had beenconsistently in place for thepast nine years, but a miscom-munication led to the policybeing canceled just weeksbefore the fire. While Johnplans to pursue the situationin hopes of recouping some oftheir loss, Deitra is trying tomove forward professionally,emotionally and mentally.

“I’m giving myself twoweeks to feel angry, hurt andsad,” said Deitra. “As a lifecoach and motivationalspeaker, that’s what I tell peo-ple to do – set a time limitand then try to keep things inperspective. I have to moveforward now. I know I’mgoing to be OK.”

With a focus of providinga variety of holistic services,Serenity has consistentlygrown since its 2010 openingat 1685 Lance Pointe Dr. inMaumee. Expansions tookplace twice at the Maumeelocation; and in 2016, a sec-ond location opened at 900W. South Boundary St. inPerrysburg.

Deitra and John did muchof the work to get the new siteup and running. They haveconsistently credited the staff– which has grown fromseven the first year to over 45today – for the success in pro-viding the kind of care andservice that makes clients feelcomfortable, renewed andmotivated to return.

Keeping the staffemployed since the fire hasalso been a main priority.After it happened, Deitratold everyone to report towork at the Maumee loca-tion, which meant havingmultiple front desk staff andtwo managers on dutyamong other overlappingpositions.

“We had a staff meetingand I told them we would dowhatever we need to do tokeep them working,” shesaid. “It was so uplifting andgood to see all of themtogether. Seeing the staff was

truly what I needed. They areall rock stars.”

Deitra and John have

always believed in the impor-tance of giving back to thecommunity, often donating

services to a variety of causesand organizations. In 2016,Deitra also founded Ruthie’s

Angels, a nonprofit organiza-tion that has raised thou-sands of dollars to support

individuals with a life-alter-ing condition who couldbenefit from wellness servicesbut cannot afford them. Theorganization also supportschildren from developingcountries who are in need ofbasic wellness services.

While they are not holdinga fundraiser or looking fordonations to help cover theirown loss from the fire, Johnand Deitra are asking peopleto consider purchasing a giftcertificate or service fromSerenity – calling it their“Christmas in July” promo-tion. Or, simply make anappointment at Serenity thissummer to pamper yourself.

“This has taken a toll, butwe are still running our busi-ness and we will be openinganother Serenity location,”Deitra said.

For information or topurchase an online gift cer-tificate to show your support,please visit www.SerenityHealthMaumee.com or callthe Maumee location at (419)891-2181.

The staff at Serenity Health and Wellness Center poses for a photo after meeting to discuss the fire that destroyedthe Perrysburg location. While working to get another Perrysburg location up and running, business owners Johnand Deitra Hickey are trying to keep everyone employed. A Christmas in July promotion is currently underway foranyone interested in purchasing a gift card or service from the wellness spa. PHOTO COURTESY OF DEITRA HICKEY

Toledo-Lucas CountyHealth Department officialsare reminding residents thatbats become active duringthis time of year, whichmeans the possibility ofexposure to rabies is increas-ing. A bat tested positive forrabies in East Toledo lastmonth and was the first inLucas County for 2018.

Rabies is a virus thataffects the nervous system inhumans and other mammals.A person may contract rabiesthrough a bite, scratch or sali-va from an infected animal. Abat bite or scratch may not beseen or even felt by theinjured person due to thesmall size of its teeth or claws.A potential rabies exposureshould never be taken lightly.If untreated, rabies is fatal.

Animals do not have to beaggressive or behaving errati-cally to have rabies. Changesin any animal’s normalbehavior can be early signs ofrabies. Bats that are on theground, unable to fly oractive during the day aremore likely than others to berabid. Such bats are ofteneasily approached, butshould never be handled.

Recommendations tohelp prevent the spread ofrabies:

If a bat is in your home,do not release the bat out-doors until after speakingwith animal control or pub-lic health officials. It may bepossible to test the bat andavoid the need to receiverabies treatment.

Teach children never to

handle unfamiliar animals,wild or domestic, even if theyappear friendly.

Keep vaccinations up todate for all dogs, cats, ferretsand other animals you own

Ohio AdministrativeCode 3701-3-28 states:“Whenever a person is bittenby a dog or other animal,report of such bite shall bemade within 24 hours to thehealth commissioner of thedistrict in which such biteoccurred.” Please call thehealth department at (419)213-4100, option 3 to reporta bite or with additionalquestions.

For additional resourceson animal bites and rabies,please visit http://www.lucas-countyhealth.com/community-health/animal-bites.

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For individuals on kidneydialysis, a new dialysis centerhas opened in Maumee.

U.S. Renal Care hosted aribbon-cutting in June at itsnew facility at 3214 BriarfieldBlvd. in Maumee

The facility offers peri-toneal dialysis, in which thestaff teaches patients how toincorporate the treatmentinto their daily lives.Patients may then providetheir own in-home treat-ments, which often happenwhile they are sleeping.

“So for them it’s a lot lesstraveling and more empower-ing,” said Donna Taylor, aregistered nurse and the facil-ity administrator.

U.S. Renal Care has sever-al locations in NorthwestOhio, including Defiance,Bowling Green, Findlay andFremont. Offices in theGreater Toledo area andArrowhead Park also offerhemodialysis, which meanspatients come to the centerthree times a week for treat-ment, she said.

The center treats individ-uals with kidney failure,which is mainly caused bydiabetes and high bloodpressure. Patients choose thetype of dialysis treatmentsneeded for them, whether atthe center or at home,Taylor said.

Chronic kidney diseaseimpacts millions ofAmericans every year.Chronic kidney disease –or renal failure – means

that the kidneys are nolonger functioning proper-ly. Kidneys serve veryimportant roles for overallhealth, including the

removal of waste from theblood. Left untreated, renalfailure leads to severe healthissues and ultimately canresult in death.

According to the NationalKidney Foundation, kidneydisease causes more deathsthan breast cancer orprostate cancer. It affects 30million people in the UnitedStates or 15 percent of theadult population. Kidney dis-ease is the ninth leadingcause of death in the UnitedStates and is growing inprevalence. 

What is important is thatindividuals have treatmentoptions to choose the paththat is best, Taylor said.

“We welcome any kidneydoctor who wants to practicehere,” she said. “In addition,I’m happy to offer kidneyeducation to anyone with thedisease regardless of whotheir doctor is, so they canlearn about different types ofdialysis.”

For more informationabout U.S. Renal Care,please visit www.usrenal-care.com online or call theBriarfield office at (567)297-4282.

U.S. Renal Care opened a new office on BriarfieldBoulevard in Monclova Township. The center offers dial-ysis treatment for individuals with kidney disease.

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Toledo-Lucas County Health Department Offers TipsTo Avoid Possible Exposure To Rabies, Wild Animals

High temperatures con-tinue to be forecast forNorthwest Ohio, and theToledo-Lucas CountyHealth Department isadvising all individuals totake special precautions toprevent heat-related illness-es, such as heat exhaustionand heat stroke.

“Exposure to excessiveheat can pose a serioushealth risk for all people,especially for the elderly, thevery young and those withchronic health problems,”said Health CommissionerEric Zgodzinski. “Heat-related illnesses are prevent-able if precautions aretaken.”

Here are some tips tofollow during periods ofhigh temperatures and highhumidity.

Be A Good Neighbor

Family, friends andneighbors are urged to peri-odically check on the elder-ly and those with chronicmedical conditions sincethey are among those athighest risk for heat-relatedillnesses.

Encourage them to stayin air-conditioned environ-ments as much as possibleand to look for an air-con-ditioned shelter if necessary.

Recommend that theytake cool showers or bathsto cool down.

Tell them to seek med-ical care immediately ifthey have symptoms ofheat-related illness likemuscle cramps, headaches,nausea or vomiting.

Drink Cool Fluids

Help your body sweatand cool down by stayingwell hydrated with water.Don’t wait until you arethirsty before you startdrinking water.

Adults should drinkeight 8-ounce glasses ofwater each day. Monitoryour body – you may needto drink more on hot andhumid days.

Drink from two to fourcups of water every hourwhile working or exercisingoutside.

Avoid fluids that con-tain alcohol or caffeine,because they can add todehydration and increasethe effects of heat illness.Limit Outdoor Activities

Plan outdoor activitiesfor the early morning orevening when the sun is lessdirect.

Wear loose-fitting, light-colored clothing.

Wear a wide-brimmedhat that protects againstsunburn and helps keep thebody cooler.

Use a broad-spectrumsunscreen that protectsagainst UV-A and UV-Brays and has a sun protec-tion factor (SPF) of at least15.

Move to the shade orinto an air-conditionedbuilding at the first signs ofheat illness.

Very young childrenmay become preoccupiedwith outdoor play and notrealize that they are gettingoverheated. Adults shouldrequire frequent breaks andbring them indoors for acool drink.

Children or youthsinvolved in team sportsshould be closely moni-tored for signs of heatstress. Considerationshould be given to shiftingpractices and games tocooler times of the day.

Know The Signs Of Heat

Exhaustion (Serious)

Heavy sweating, nauseaor vomiting, musclecramps, dizziness, headacheand cold, pale or clammyskin are all associated signsof heat exhaustion.

People experiencingheat exhaustion shouldmove to a cool place,loosen clothes, sip waterand put cool cloths ontheir bodies.

Medical help should becontacted if an individual isthrowing up or if symp-toms are worsening and/orlasting longer than onehour.Know The Signs Of Heat

Stroke (Life-Threatening)

Heat stroke is a poten-tially life-threatening con-dition characterized by abody temperature of 103degrees or higher; red, hotand dry skin with no sweat-ing; rapid pulse; headache;

dizziness; nausea; confu-sion; unconsciousness; andgray skin color.

People experiencing heatstroke need immediatemedical assistance – call911.

Before help arrives,begin cooling the victim byany means possible, such asspray from a garden hose orby placing the person in acool tub of water.Don’t Forget Your Pets

Animals kept outdoorsshould have plenty of freshwater and a covered area toget out of the sun and cooldown.

Never leave pets in vehi-cles. Even if the windowsare cracked open, interiortemperatures can risealmost 20 degrees withinthe first 10 minutes.

Additional informationon heat-related illness canbe found at http:// www.cdc.gov/Features/ExtremeHeat/.

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This is Anne GradyServices’ first time being rep-resented on the field by oneof the people it serves. Manystaff, families and friends ofthe Anne Grady Center areplanning to attend the gameto show support.

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Yoga For Grievers Series Starts In July The community is invited to an eight-week yoga class series

aimed at connecting the mind, body and heart of those whoare grieving. Yoga for Grievers will be held on Wednesdays,July 25 through September 12, at 9:00 a.m. at the PerrysburgHospice Center, 30000 E. River Rd.

Grieving is a holistic journey. Yoga can help participantsfind their center and ease the pain of grief. All people regard-less of fitness level, age and flexibility are encouraged toattend. This class offers yoga for all bodies and abilities.

Conducted by a licensed yoga instructor, who specializesin yoga for body, along with a licensed bereavement coun-selor, participants will work through the energetic and emo-tional blocks of grief to find peace.

The classes are free and open to anyone in the community,whether or not they have had a prior relationship withHospice of Northwest Ohio. Attendees should wear comfort-able clothing; bring water, a mat and small towel or pillow.

Preregistration is required. For more information or toregister, contact the Hospice Bereavement Department at(419) 661-4001.

To learn more about grief and loss or Hospice ofNorthwest Ohio, visit www.hospicenwo.org.

Caregiver Ed Workshops Available Thru DecemberHospice of Northwest Ohio is offering a free, two-hour

workshop to teach family caregivers the basics of providinghands-on care twice a month at either the Toledo orPerrysburg Hospice Center.

Classes are offered at the Perrysburg Hospice Center,30000 E. River Rd., Perrysburg, on Saturdays, from 10:00 a.m.to noon on July 28, September 29 and November 10; and atthe Toledo Hospice Center, 800 S. Detroit Ave., Toledo, onWednesday, July 18 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.; Tuesday, August14 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.; Saturday, August 18 from 10:00

a.m. to noon; Wednesday, September 12 from 2:00 to 4:00p.m.; Saturday, October 13 from 10:00 a.m. to noon; Tuesday,October 23 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.; Monday, November 19from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.; Saturday, December 8 from 10:00 a.m.to noon; and Tuesday, December 11 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Through discussion and interactive demonstrations conduct-ed in the Hospice of Northwest Ohio skills lab, family caregiverswill learn tips to enhance the way they provide these care needs:bathing, oral care, positioning, back rubs, transfer techniques,making an occupied bed, ambulation, feeding, incontinencecare, hand hygiene, skin care, nail care and foot care.

Workshops are open to anyone in the community. Toallow active participation, class size is limited to six and pre-registration is required. Those interested should call SheilaYoung-Snyder at (419) 661-4001 to register.

Taoist Tai Chi Society Offers Beginner Classes The Taoist Tai Chi Society is a nonprofit, volunteer organ-

ization dedicated to improving health and well-being. Classesconsist of slow movements that use gentle turns and stretchesto improve balance, flexibility, circulation and strength.

In Maumee, beginner Taoist Tai Chi classes will start atThe Ballroom Company, 2319 S. Detroit Ave., Maumee, onThursday, August 2 from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.

Other locations for beginner Taoist Tai Chi classes startingin July and August are in Bowling Green, Sylvania, Toledoand Walbridge.

For more information, call (419) 537-0131 or visitwww.toledo.ohio.usa.taoist.org.

Coping With Loss Groups Offered At Hospice Hospice of Northwest Ohio offers an ongoing, interactive

grief support group for adults who are adjusting to the loss ofany loved one.

Coping With Loss is being held at three different timesand locations to best accommodate those needing to attend:

First and third Tuesday of each month at the PerrysburgHospice Center, 30000 E. River Rd., from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

Second and fourth Tuesday of each month at the ToledoHospice Center, 800 S. Detroit Ave., from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

First and third Wednesday of each month at the MichiganOffice, 8132 Secor Rd., from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.

The group will help grieving adults: express and receivesupport, develop an understanding of one’s loss, learn realisticexpectations of one’s self and discover healthy coping skills.

The ongoing series is free and open to any adult in thecommunity, whether or not they have had a prior relationshipwith Hospice of Northwest Ohio; however, pre-registration isrequired. For more information or to register, contact theHospice Bereavement Department at (419) 661-4001.

To learn more about grief and loss, visit the Hospice ofNorthwest Ohio website at www.hospicenwo.org.

Supportive Spouses Grief Group Announced An ongoing bereavement group for men and women adjusting

to life without their mates is being held at Hospice of NorthwestOhio’s Perrysburg Center, 30000 E. River Rd., on the second andfourth Tuesday of each month from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m.

The group is free and open to anyone in the community.Advance registration is required as group size is limited.

Those interested in attending should contact the Hospice ofNorthwest Ohio Bereavement Department at (419) 661-4001.

For more information on grief and loss or Hospice ofNorthwest Ohio, visit www.hospicenwo.org.

Hospice Offers Grief Group For Mid-Life Losses Hospice of Northwest Ohio provides ongoing grief sup-

port for those who have experienced the death of a spouse orpartner during the mid-life years. This group is offered in twosessions – the first and third Wednesday of each month from6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Toledo Hospice Center or the secondand fourth Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.at the Toledo Hospice Center.

Conducted by Hospice bereavement counselors, the grouphelps adults learn ways to adapt to this unexpected life change,set realistic expectations and gain support and understandingin their grief.

The group is free and open to any man or woman in the com-munity, whether or not they have had a prior relationship withHospice of Northwest Ohio; however, pre-registration is required.For more information or to register, call (419) 661-4001.

To learn more about grief and loss, visit the Hospice ofNorthwest Ohio website at www.hospicenwo.org. The ToledoCenter is located at 800 S. Detroit Ave.

Meeting Features Wise Traditions For HealthThe Toledo Chapter of the Weston A. Price Foundation

meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the ActivityRoom of Forest View, at Genacross Retirement Community,2001 Perrysburg-Holland Rd., Holland.

Each meeting features a topic from the work of Dr. WestonA. Price, DDS, a dentist who in the 1930s traveled the worldresearching dietary practices and health in longstanding tradi-tional societies. All people interested in the connection betweenwhat they eat and how bodies function are welcome to attend.

For further information, contact Dr. Karen Lyke at (404)993-7097 (text preferred) or karen.lyke@gmail.com.

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