Boy are we getting an education in the medical world. My wife was recently moved to a new Medical Doctor. I did not see anything wrong with the doctor that she had but she was talked into it.
While at a Ophthalmologists they found some problem with her eye’s. They ask for a full heart workup. They said she needed a full Heart workup and check the blood flow, check for blood clots, Check the carotid artery’s and finally they found bad blood flow in her legs. So they stop the big artery from flowing and hope the small vessels will take over. This is going to happen on four artery’s two in each leg. On her third visit from Dunnellon to Ocala the nurse Practitioner that had taken over from the Heart doctor suddenly wants to put her on three different kinds of Prescription medications and want to see her back in four weeks. Npw we have a family doctor / Ophthalmologists / a Heart Specialist and a Nurse Practitioner. Something is not right!!! They want her on Blood Pressure meds / Cholesterol meds / and etc just in case. This robs your body of it’s effectiveness to heal it’s self and rob the Insurance company and you wallet. Where do you go to find out what is necessary? It sounds to me like three different doctors want her under their care.The original Heart Specialist is no longer seeing her. I am going to demand to see each Specialist and ask what gives??? Continue reading
During this time of year many people are more apt to give to charities and that brings up the question “How will the FAIRtax affect charitable giving? Won’t I lose my tax benefit?” Charitable contributions depend on one factor more than any other: the health of the economy (not tax benefits). As a wide range of economists agree on the economic expansion the FAIRtax delivers, charitable contributions benefit also. For all the money that pours into churches and a broad range of charities every day, only 30% who itemize their income tax get any tax benefit. The other 70% have given and will continue to give with no tax benefit whatsoever. The FAIRtax allows people to make charitable contributions out of their pre-taxed dollars. Thus those less affluent taxpayers who do not itemize see their cost of charitable giving go down under the FAIRtax. Finally, the wealthy make decisions on charitable giving based on the cause. Once they have determined the cause is worthy, their contribution is structured to maximize the gift and minimize the tax. But the intention to give comes first; taxes simply determine the structure – rarely the amount – of the gift. For more information go to FAIRtax.org
We have just completed celebrating 10 years of the CEP. The celebration focused on the CEP’s impact on businesses and impact on our community. The CEP is nothing without the involvement and engagement of our 1,200 business partners. It is that engagement when businesses are positively impacted that the magic happens. We have seen that play out time again over the last decade.
But how did all of this happen? What sparked this effort? The catalyst for the CEP is no different than the catalyst for any other – it is leadership. In particular, leaders within the business community stepped up and decided they wanted more for their community. Leaders stepped up and committed to an out-of-the-box approach. Leaders stepped up and committed their time, talent, and treasure to bringing this vision to reality. In other words, leaders led. Continue reading
Dear Friends,
The 2024 Legislative Session has officially commenced as we held opening day on January 9th, 2024. Leading up to this momentous day, our Committees have been working diligently throughout December to ensure that we hit the ground running.
The Senate Committee on Health Policy passed the Live Healthy Legislative Package. Aimed at addressing healthcare workforce shortages and advancing innovation in healthcare, this legislation is critical to ensure that every Floridian has access to vital healthcare services. Access to healthcare is critically important at every phase of life, and due to Florida’s shortage of healthcare professionals, insurance does not guarantee access. Live Healthy provides robust policy enhancements and strategic investments to generate growth amongst our workforce and stimulate innovation across all sectors of healthcare, expanding access to services and enhancing the quality of care. Continue reading
What do a bouncy 14-month-old and a drunken sailor have in common? Sooner or later, they are going to fall… and so are you! It is inevitable; unless you curl up on the couch for the rest of your life, you are going to lose your balance and fall. Even if you possess the grace of a stork on one leg or the agility of a Wallenda walking the line, unforeseen hazards like slick floors, stealthy patches of ice, mischievous bumps in the sidewalk, or Fluffy’s chew can still pose a threat.
Given that the prospect of taking a fall is practically unavoidable, the question becomes: What can we do to improve our chances of remaining upright? Surprisingly, the answer lies in practicing falling. Now, before you lock me in a padded room, hear me out.
Our younger generation, God help them, loses their balance exponentially more than active seniors. However, they do not fall nearly as much, and when they do fall, the repercussions are significantly less damaging. What gives? Of course, we can always point the finger at too many revolutions around the sun, but what specifically? Continue reading
It was a great scene to have a Lady Lake Christmas Parade with Santa with a sleigh full of gifts. Texas RoadHouse had a enter, the Iron Dragons were there, the Lions Club, Kiwanis Club of Lady Lake, Mr. Handyman and the Lady Lake Chamber of Commerce. Pretty good turnout Lady Lake has been having a parade every year. Lady Lake people come every time so don’t miss next year. Watch for picture next year.
Photos by CKJ-13 Kay Johnson
Step into the 1800s at the Festival at Fort King! This is a FREE two day event featuring historic themed reenactments, crafts, food, drinks, activities, living historians, vendors.
Photos by CKJ-13 Kay Johnson
Our elderly and disabled clients hope to remain in their homes as long as possible. To help maintain their independent living status, MSS Marion Senior Services provides for their physical and emotional well-being by offering the following support services:
Adult Day Care, Caregiver Support, Case
Management, Congregate Dining, Emergency Alert Response, Homemaker Assistance, Meals on Wheels, Personal Care, Respite Care and Transportation. Some of these services require a fee, based on income levels.
Marion Senior Services, Inc.
Photos by CKJ-13 Kay Johnson
Ocala, FL—December 4, 2023
The Ocala Camellia Society will present its annual camellia show on Saturday, January 27 through Sunday, January 28, 2024 at the Ocala Municipal Golf Course (3130 E. Silver Springs Blvd.). Members of the public are invited to both attend the show and enter their own blooms; show admission and entry for flowers are free. For new exhibitors, experienced club members will be available to help sort, name and place flowers for judging.
Dozens of exhibitors are slated to show off hundreds of camellia flowers. Shows typically receive nearly 1500 flowers. Judging takes place on Saturday, January 27 at 10 AM, and the show will open to the public for viewing from 1-5 PM, and again on Sunday, January 28 from 10 AM until 4 PM. In addition, the club will offer camellia plants for sale that be available on both days, which includes dozens of varieties especially suited to growing for this region.
Our first Family Engagement District Advisory Council gathered in a call-to-action for parents and caregivers to partner with schools and the community. These parents are the core qualities of involvement and inspiration. They joined the Family FOCUS team in our commitment to effective family engagement by taking a stance to support their children’s success.
We look forward to growing our Family Engagement District Advisory Council. Our next meeting is on January 31st at 5 PM.
Join the Family FOCUS team in making a difference. For more information, email
EngageMCPS@marion.k12.fl.us.
Sincerely,
Alecia Randolph
Hammett L. Bowen, Jr. Elementary School PTO President
