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LIFESTYLE LETTER
December Holidays and Giving The holidays are here and as the spirit of the season is among us, we often try to replicate what made the season feel so magical to us in our youth. The traditions we set for our own families often mirror some of what we experienced as a child whether it is the smells, the sounds, the lights, the holiday activities, or a combination of it all that reflects that best. This month, we wanted to highlight the season's magic and what our city has to offer that helps spread holiday cheer. We’ve compiled a gift guide to make your shopping easier and that also supports our local businesses. We also wanted to share what our area offers this holiday season for entertainment and ways to give back. While this season can be beautiful for some, it can be painful and lonely for others, especially those who have recently lost a loved one. In the true spirit of the season, let’s take care of those in our community who need assistance or are alone. My hope for you this season is that you feel love and peace and that we all remember to take care of each other extending grace, empathy, and love. Happy Holidays!
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When you think of “health,” you typically think of the physical stuff. Your posture, cholesterol levels, and maybe some blood tests here and there. But really, that’s only 20% of the whole picture. The remaining 80% is what Crossover Health is out to solve. After all, the traditional sick model doesn’t consider your social indicators, alcohol use, partner violence, and other factors that contribute to your overall well-being. When you factor in the variables of isolation and waning mental health due to COVID-19, those physiological concerns are only exacerbated. Enter Crossover Health. The client approach at Crossover Health reflects these sentiments, and then some. They’re keen interpreters of the traditional sick care model, aware that it only captures a fraction of our overall health needs. In response, Crossover doctors and specialists make it a priority to ask about that remaining 80%. From inquiries about alcohol use, partner violence, and mental health to questions related to housing insecurity and financial instability, every fathomable aspect of your well-being is accounted for with Crossover Health. Throughout 2021, as COVID-19 claimed households and livelihoods, Crossover Health began screening for a simple-yet-crucial metric: loneliness. According to Dr. Stephen Ezeji-Okoye, loneliness isn’t just a phrase anymore - it’s a legitimate health struggle: “Loneliness is often misunderstood and easily subjective - often defined as the self-perceived gap between the expectations and reality of one’s social connections. Due to stigma and shame, it’s often hidden from view.” This is what Crossover Health is centered around quelling the modern stigma and shame placed upon
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commonly-faced lifestyle and mental health struggles, while tending to that remaining 20%, be it a bad hip or aching bone. Out of the over 26,000 patients they’ve screened since early 2021, Crossover Health found that 1-in-4 surveyed positive for loneliness. Out of those lonely folk, 49% of them were anxious, depressed, or an unsettling combination of the two. But most interestingly is the steady rate of loneliness throughout the past two years, despite COVID vaccine rollouts and improved rates of anxiety and depression. Nonetheless, loneliness remains - but the tunnel needn’t be so void of light. This plague of loneliness, fueled by elements of anxiety and depression, is exactly what Crossover Health specialists are out to address. Humans require a sense of belonging, of community, to feel like ourselves. Without that steadiness of relationships, our physical health can soon follow suit. This is especially true in this COVID-induced era of isolation. Loneliness is on the rise, and when it lingers for too long, it can seem unbreakable. With the right help, however, feeling like yourself is just a few steps away. If loneliness has you in a slump, or you’re simply unmotivated due to social isolation, Crossover Health is here to lend a hand. Along with self-care practices to keep you in tune, Crossover Health professionals can offer counseling to keep you above water. Visit their website at be-well.crossoverhealth.com for tips, tricks, and support throughout your lonely phase.
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R E N O VAT I O N S “DO” SELL ARTICLE BY MONTY MONTGOMERY PHOTOGRAPHY BY JASON MAIER
As a realtor or homeowner, now more than ever you should consider doing renovations before you sell your home. Whether it’s a new paint job, refinishing hardwood floors or kitchen and bathroom revamps, investing in pre-sale renovations can result in a quicker sale at a higher price. Still, the intimidatingly long timeframes for these projects can put a halt on your plans, and a lot of pre-sale renovators aren’t locally owned or operated. So, for that aesthetic you’ve always wanted in your living room, kitchen, or bathroom, consult locally-based Jason Maier of Renovation Sells. Renovation Sells Denver specializes in cosmetic pre-sale renovations. They take the design, material sourcing, project management, and construction off the plates of realtors and their clients. The company is part of a larger franchise that spans the country, which started in Chicago in 2017. Jason, who grew up in Colorado Springs, started the Denver location four years later. Since Renovation Sells covers every aspect of your home’s renovations, you’d have the time and energy to focus on the actual home
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sale with your realtor. Most impressively, their average project timetable is just three weeks. Their average project price is around $30,000, but this varies. Jason says, “We’ve had some as low as $900, and others in excess of $75,000. It’s really case by case. To make the process seamless for homeowners, we offer no interest, no payments for 12 months.” Out of their full range of services, kitchen and bathroom refreshes are most popular due to their strong impact on property sales. Hardwood, tile, carpet, LVP flooring, and paint jobs are also common among homeowners looking to sell. Thanks to their quick project turnaround and custom design work, Renovation Sells has received spotless feedback in their first year of operations. If you’re in the selling stage and want to boost your home’s price tag, call Jason Maier at (720) 361-9979 to plan your next project. Jason and his team cater to the Denver metro area and carry out most of their work south of the I-70. You can also find a full list of Renovation Sells services, visit their website at renovationsells.com/denver.
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S AR AH AL BE RTS & S HAY JE NK INS The holidays aren’t restricted to family and blood relatives. Think Friendsgiving, white elephant parties, and hometown reunions with ugly sweaters. In short, our closest friends might as well be family, as it is for Sarah and Shay with the S&S Mortgage Team. Along with being best friends and honorary family members, these two loan officers were able to turn that bond into a thriving business partnership. The S&S Mortgage Team at New American Funding was started by Sarah Alberts and Shay Jenkins, two mortgage loan officers whose winding paths and complementing personalities led to something greater. After being laid off from an IT job in 2012, Sarah was exploring her options. She soon found a lending job in the real estate industry, and would loop Shay into the business nearly five years later. In late 2020 and over a glass of wine in Napa, the two driven loan officers landed on a women-run mortgage team. It all came to be in early 2021, and in the last year and a half, Sarah and Shay have exceeded expectations. Production goals have been shattered. They opened their own Denver branch. Five more loan officers and three assistants have been added to the roster. As each box is ticked along the way, they’re constantly forming new goals to look forward to.
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With over 17 years of combined experience, Sarah and Shay are easily trusted by Denver Metro real estate professionals. Sarah’s background as a lender in the wealth management field contributes to her mortgage expertise, Shay’s welcoming client-based approach keeps her customers comfortable, and their mixed experiences with lending products, scenarios, and clients rounds out their services. If you’re a first-time homebuyer or seasoned investor, looking to purchase or refinance, or searching for a fitting loan product, look no further than the S&S Mortgage Team. To get in touch with Shay or Sarah, visit their website at ssmortgageteam.com and apply online or give them a call directly.
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“Farm-to-table,” similarly to the term “organic,” may come off as another branded excuse to boost a price tag. But this couldn’t be further from the truth. After all, it’s tough to complain about locally-sourced meat, fruits, and vegetables, served on the menu of a restaurant right around the corner. This locality is exactly what you get at El Jefe, combined with traditional coastal Mexican recipes and the atmosphere to match.
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El Jefe is part of The Mighty Hospitality Group empire, made up of local favorites such as Lucky Pie, Mighty Burger, Sunnyside Supper Club, Hook & Harvest, and the new Mighty Scoops ice cream shop within Sunnyside. El Jefe specifically opened in January of 2017 as the embodiment of “Farm-to-Table Mexican,” and has since maintained that unique standard. In other words, El Jefe is a no-frills local farm-to-table menu inspired by coastal Mexican regions, from Yucatan to Oaxaca and Veracruz. It’s Denver’s local go-to joint for authentic Mexican cuisine. It’s also where the tequila and mezcal flow like water. If there’s anything to highlight, as any restaurant should, it’s El Jefe’s food. Their chef and cooking staff take heavy pride in sourcing quality ingredients and meats from local farmers. The summers are when they truly shine and showcase the state's local produce. On top of their fantastic atmosphere, it makes for a charming dining experience - and that’s El Jefe’s goal. Not just to dine, but to break bread with the family you love, the partner you adore, or with the friends that make it all worthwhile. Of course, El Jefe sticks to tradition like Tajin on a rim. Executive Chef Eusebio brings his culture and refined culinary expertise to the table, making El Jefe a true local spot for coastal Mexican. If there are three dishes to try for your first visit, Chef Eusebio recommends the trending Quesa Birria, Pulpo (spanish octopus), and the Plantain French Toast for brunch. If your sweet tooth is aching, go for the Pumpkin Pie - that hint of Mexican chocolate makes all the difference. Stop by El Jefe for their Taco Tuesday for $2 tacos and drink specials, or on Friday and Saturday nights for a weekend dinner. To avoid the crowd, you can visit their website at eljefedenver.com and lock in a date, or call (720) 389-7615 to book a reservation. Farm-to-table Mexican awaits!
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Nowadays, screens are inevitable. From our phones and tablets to laptops and desktops, our corneas are constantly under fire. Not to mention binge-watching, which is basically a death sentence for our retinas. So, to keep your pair of eyes happy and healthy for years to come, your vision may be worth a consultation from The Glass House by Stacey Marie. Stacey, a member of the Denver community since 1997, runs two full-service optical shops out of the Denver Pavilions and Cherry Creek. Whether you’re hunting for that pair of designer sunglasses you love, require prescription eyewear, or want a custom job for your frame, Stacey is capable of fulfilling both basic and custom optical needs. Ever heard of Marc Spears, or Jalen Rose? Stacey’s work can even be seen on the big screen, if you’re an avid ESPN fan. Spears and Rose, among other analysts, don eyewear straight from The Glass House. It started with an introduction from a friend who personally knew Marc Spears. After handling his glasses frames, other analysts caught wind of her expertise - and through word-of-mouth, Stacey
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Giving Campaign Now in its third year, the City Lifestyle Giving Campaign will give away $300,000 this holiday season to help individual community members who would benefit from a helping hand during their time of need. But they need YOUR HELP to make it happen! Maybe you know of a single parent struggling to provide, an elderly person who has experienced loss, a child enduring a health issue, a co-worker suffering a sudden, unexpected tragedy or a neighbor with a financial hardship who has fallen between the cracks of getting assistance. Chances are you know someone with a specific need—even if nobody else does. To preserve and protect the dignity of every recipient, the City Lifestyle Giving Campaign is completely confidential. No identities will be revealed or publicized in ANY way. (Even those who nominate others may remain anonymous if they choose.) Last year, City Lifestyle was able to give to more than 70 recipients all over the country by sending checks in the mail through New Year’s Eve. (This year, the goal is to double that number with checks ranging in amounts up to $3,000 each.) With nominations flooding in from community members and leaders such as judges, police officers, teachers, nurses, social workers, mentors and readers like you, we were able to reach people who might otherwise go unnoticed. “We believe in giving back and serving the communities where we live in a real and tangible way,” says Steven Schowengerdt, CEO and founder of City Lifestyle. “This Giving Campaign is all about personally impacting the lives of people we know with an unexpected check in the mail just to say that someone thought of them this holiday season.” Together with Matthew Perry, Chief Sales Officer, Steven adds that the outpouring and gratitude from the recipients was overwhelming and affirmed that this is a tradition they want to continue. “We believe God has blessed our company with continued success,” Matthew adds, “so we in turn want to be a blessing to others.” City Lifestyle has also enacted an internal giving program whereby every employee in the company receives $100 to give away to someone in the community. “The idea is to encourage our employees to keep doing it on their own,” Steven says. “Taking care of one another and blessing others is so rewarding that it perpetuates a cycle of giving. It’s extremely important to me as a person and as a company to foster that culture of generosity.”
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events A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.
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The Polar Express Train Ride
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Christmas in Color
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Denver Christkindlmarket
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Downtown Denver Rink
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COLOR ADO RAILROAD MUS EUM | 4 :0 0 P M The story of The Polar Express is theatrically re-created and combine with a magical train ride at the Colorado Railroad Museum.
WATER WOR LD FAMILY PARK | 6 :0 0 P M Drive through millions of lights perfectly synchronized to holiday music you’ll hear right through your radio.
CIVIC CEN TER PARK | 11:00 AM The Denver Christkindlmarket features live music, dancing, local and European craft vendors, as well as authentic fare.
SKY LIN E PAR K | 11:00 AM Bundle up for some free ice skating in the heart of downtown and enjoy special events.
Zoo Lights
DEN VER ZOO | 5:30 PM This Iluminating annual event transforms Denver Zoo into Colorado’s wildest winter wonderland.
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Raíces Holiday Market
RA ÍCES BR EW ERY CO | 6:00 P M Buy your unique items for your love ones while Supporting 20+ Latin Artisans for the holidays.
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