Brookfield/Elm Grove Monthly

Barbara Eash antiques column 5A Cristina was diagnosed with MS when she was 27 years old. But she doesn't let that get her down. As she so eloquently puts it, "MS lives with me." She still manages to babysit for her four grandchildren, who range in age from 11 months to 10 years old. She loves to bake and cook, and still volunteers at her beloved Greek Fest each year. Her enthusiasm for life radiates through her smile. In the summer of 2008, Cristina's sister-in-law thought she needed some additional help because she was using both her walker and her wheelchair. She called Comfort Keepers and some other companies, but when owner Shannon Meller came out and they both saw her passion and compassion, the decision was made. Comfort Keepers chose Cindy, a caregiver since 2006 who was awarded Caregiver of the Year by the company in 2007. Shannon Meller believes she brings heart and dedication to all those she serves. Cindy has been one of Cristina's caregivers from the start and she has help from some additional caregivers throughout the week. Cristina refers to them as her caregiver "team" because, "They really do go above and beyond to meet my needs and help me manage my disease on a daily basis." The family recommends Comfort Keepers because the caregivers take a personal interest and become part of your family. Comfort Keepers provides personal cares each day, using a Hoyer lift to help get Cristina up for the day, wash her hair, bath and perform some homemaking chores. Why Comfort Keepers? Com fort Keepers' creed "to treat each and every client as if they are a family member," best matched lo cal Comfort Keeper's franchise Shar Meller's own philosophy and Christian values. According to Shar, each caregiver has been screened, bonded, insured and trained with credit, mot or vehicle and criminal background checks performed. Bonding insurance gives their clients peace of mind and takes away the fear of having a new person enter the home. Comfort Keepers Ranked #1 in Senior Care! Comfort Keepers, a Sodexo Brand, has more than 700 national owners. In 2013, the company was ranked as the #1 franchise network in the Senior Care Segment by Entrepreneur Magazine. There are 17 Comfort Keepers' franchises in Wisconsin who work together as a team on a day-to-day basis to make a difference in the lives of seniors and those who are disabled. Interactive caregivers, like CIndy, are Comfort Keepers' best asset, and along with its continuous training program, are the reason Comfort Keepers has built the reputation it has. Personal care services include: incontinence care, bathing, overseeing medications, meals, transferring and Hoyer Lift. Comfort Keepers also specializes in legal live-in care, Alzheimer's care, respite care and interactive caregiving. Choose up to 24 hours a day; 7 days a week. Comfort Keepers' creed is to "Treat each and every client as if they are our own family member." Cristina and Cindy, Caregiver of the Year 2007 236779087 Comfort Keepers helps MS client with daily living needs Serving Waukesha and Milwaukee Counties. 414-858-9400 www.comfortkeepers.com Ranked the Top Senior Care Agency in America " Keeping the Comforts of Home " Want to make a difference in a senior's life? Become a Caregiver - Call Comfort Keepers TODAY! 56>,5963305. (.,:;6 *(479<5: 1<5, (<.<:; (4;674 56>,5963305. 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Parents can expect to see a lot of navy mixed with citrus colors, said Ginny Gerczak, owner of goo goo gaa gaa, a children's bou- tique clothing store at 18905 W. Capitol Drive, Suite 100, Brookfield. Gerczak said navy mixed with various shades of mango, apricot, yellow and grape- fruit are huge hits for the warmer weather. Boys can have fun layering the colors, she said. For example, they can wear a citrus shirt paired with a light navy jacket, or a blue shirt underneath with a citrus jacket overtop. Lime green is another trendy spring and summer color, said Andra Henry, assistant manager of Crazy 8, a children's clothing store in Brookfield Square. "Lime green is a big color," she said. "There's a little yellow hue to the lime green. There's a tad of sunshine to it." Retailers are trying to get a jump on this spring and summer by stocking the latest trendy attire. "We got tons of stuff in this last week," Gerczak said recently. "We've gone from an OK amount to an overwhelming assortment of spring and summer clothes." The dress is the thing Spring also is bringing plenty of knit, casual dresses, Gerczak said. The dresses include lace, flowers and, of course, the bright, spring-like colors. Brookfield & Elm Grove T H I S M O N T H MARCH 2014 Brookfield mayoral forum scheduled for March 19 2A See CLOTHING , PAGE 4A Charles Auer/Freeman Staff Isabella Ruddock, 7, models an Isobella & Chloe soft and drapey knit dress available sizes infant to 14 at goo goo gaa gaa, 18905 W. Capitol Drive, Suite 100. Area retailers stocking trendy wear for spring, summer seasons

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