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MARCH 2021 PUBLISHER

Mark Andrea | mark.andrea@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Around the House SPRING IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER AND YOU KNOW WHAT THAT MEANS—HOME IMPROVEMENTS. With our annual Home issue, we hope to spark fresh ideas and kick start your home projects. Over the last year we’ve spent A LOT of time at home and have likely noticed a few things that need updating. From small touches to big impact jobs, we’ve brought together local home service businesses to share their expertise with you. Take a look at the latest tips and trends from Closets by Design, Floor Coverings International,

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The Glass Guru, and IC Roofing. There are many Senior Living Communities in the Mason and Deerfield area that provide incredible care for local seniors, making them feel right at home. Learn more about Abode Advantage, one of the newest communities, that combines independent living with a sense of community and family. Our Giving Back story this month highlights the Mason Scholarship Foundation, a homegrown nonprofit that has provided more than a half million dollars in scholarships to local students since its inception in 1983. Read more about the foundation

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2021 FEATURES 20 Scholarships for Success Mason Scholarship Foundation offers financial help to Mason students continuing their education and training.

24 Rev Up Your Garage Learn how Closets By Design can take garage organization and storage to the next level.

30 Home Revisited Three local businesses share six ways to upgrade your home in functional and beautiful ways.

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GOOD TIMES

Mason + Deerfield Lifestyle Readers' Choice Awards 2020 Mason + Deerfield Lifestyle Readers' Choice Awards were held at Manor House Event Center in Mason on Jan. 21, 2021. Winners, nominees, and community members mingled safely while enjoying drinks and delicious bites served table-side. The winners were chosen by readers and the community from categories such as Dining + Entertainment, Home, Medical, and Retail + Services. Citylifestyle.com/masonanddeerfield

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GOOD TIMES

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BON SECOURS-MERCY HEALTH ANNOUNCES SIGNIFICANT EXPANSION IN THE MASON AREA

Miami University’s Institute for Learning in

At a January Mason City Council meeting, Bon

Retirement (ILR) will hold its spring 2021 semes-

Secours-Mercy Health announced the construc-

ter virtually. Classes will be offered beginning

tion of a new, $156M, 60-bed hospital and medical

March 29 and ending April 30. Registration will be

office complex at the I-71 Kings Mills exit.

held March 1-March 22.

Currently, there are no full-service acute care

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prehensive care to residents located in the area,

Miami University's ILR non-credit classes.

Mercy Health decreases the need for residents to

Now in their 24th year, over 50 courses and

leave the area for their medical needs. In addition,

events will be held virtually. Courses typically meet

they will work with key community stakeholders to

once a week for five weeks. The per-semester fee

identify unmet community health needs in Warren

of $115 allows those interested to register for an

County, such as affordable housing, workforce

unlimited number of classes. Visit the ILR website

training and transportation.

to sign up now (registration closes March 22) or

The 156,900 square foot facility will provide emer-

to receive a course catalog. Call 513-529-8500 for

gency care and general and orthopedic surgery. The

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facility will also be home to a medical office building offering multi-specialty care. It will grow to employ more than 275 full-time staff in total. They anticipate completing construction in the third quarter of 2023. This is a key element of a broader development plan in Warren County, which launched with the opening of Mercy Health– Deerfield Medical Center in July 2019. Mercy.com

THE GODDARD SCHOOL IN MASON CELEBRATES ITS 25TH ANNIVERSARY On January 4, 2021 The Goddard School in Mason on Reading Rd. celebrated its 25th birthday with a pajama and pizza party. The Goddard School has loved being able to educate and support the lives of young children ages six weeks to in the Mason and Deerfield Township areas.

MASON STUDENTS SUPPORT KIDS WITH SENSORY ISSUES DURING COVID-19

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communication between the brain and the body

brothers have been joined by a team of friends

and the role spinal pathways play in the origins of

(junior Malhar Petare, 5th grader Soham Tarafder and

psychiatric disorders. Though this area needs addi-

7th grader Riya Peter) and are now delivering Comet

tional study, it has been gaining focus as it explains

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have more physical illness. The study is recruiting participants between the ages of 18 and 55 who are currently moderately depressed for at least one month and not currently on medication for the treatment of depression. A pre-screening questionnaire, as well as more information on this and other studies conducted at the Lindner Center of HOPE Research Institute can be found at LCOH.info. LindnerCenterofHOPE.org

WARREN COUNTY BOARD OF DISABILITIES AND HEALTH DISTRICT VACCINE CLINIC At the end of January, the Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities (WCBDD) was pleased to host a vaccination clinic for individuals eligible for Phase 1-B of Ohio’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Held in the gymnasium of the Warren C. Young Center, approximately 223 individuals received their first dose of the Pfizer

MHS SENIOR RECEIVES UC HEALTH 2021 MLK HUMANITARIAN AWARD

BioNTech vaccine, administered by the capa-

Mason High School (MHS) senior Jiahao

ble hands of the Warren County Health District

Guo was profiled in Mason + Deerfield Lifestyle

(WCHD) team. WCBDD Superintendent, Megan

in August 2020 for his amazing efforts to dis-

Manuel shares, “It was an amazing sight to see, and I

tribute masks when they were in short sup-

was proud to be a part of it." WarrenCountyDD.org

ply. Recently, Jiahao received the UC Health/

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UC College of Medicine 2021 MLK Humanitarian Award for founding a nonprofit organization to provide masks and other personal protective equipment to vulnerable friends and neighbors,

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including community organizations, nonprofits

Chief Research Officer for The Research Institute

and homeless individuals. The award recognizes

at Lindner Center of HOPE and Assistant Professor

individuals who demonstrate Dr. King’s spirit and

for the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral

legacy through their dedication and contributions

Neurosciences at the University of Cincinnati (UC)

to the community. UCHealth.com

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GIVING BACK

Scholarships for Success MASON SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION OFFERS FINANCIAL HELP TO MASON STUDENTS CONTINUING THEIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING. Chad Wonder, Skylar Drefcinski, Kimmie Lyon, Megan Slater, Lauren Wise (2016 recipients)

WE HEAR A LOT ABOUT HOW EXPENSIVE IT IS TO PURSUE EDUCATION AND TRAINING AFTER HIGH SCHOOL. Whether it is a four-year college or a two-year technical school, paying for post-graduation schooling is a huge concern. For high school seniors residing in Mason, help is available from the Mason Scholarship Foundation (MSF). A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, MSF was founded in 1983 by the Kiwanis Club of Mason. It is dedicated to furthering the higher education and training of students by providing significant two and four-year financial scholarships. To date, MSF has awarded more than 155 scholarships totaling $525,000. Dick Yost, a long-time Kiwanis member and an original MSF founder, explains, “Mason Kiwanis is an active, get-thingsdone community service organization. We mostly focus on our youth and schools and the MSF is part of that commitment.” He adds, “Mason schools draw families to the community for the quality education they offer. The scholarship foundation is basically rewarding the schools and the city for their efforts in elevating these students to such a high level. All the recipients respond with how important this Gary Popplewell, Nimanthi Ranatunga (2018 recipient), Jack Mueller (MSF President)

scholarship is for their education. Every little bit helps.” Scholarships are open to Mason High School graduating seniors, as well as those residing in the Mason City School District regardless of the high school they attend, including home schooled students. Awards are given to students pursuing degrees at two-year community colleges and technical schools and four-year colleges and universities. ARTICLE KAREN ANDREA PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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Dennis Bogan, Nick Bogan at the Mason Kiwanis Golf Classic fundraiser for MSF.

Applications for 2021 are being accepted now. According to the Kiwanis website: “preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate commitment to community service, strong educational motivation, and leadership skills through their activities in school, faith organizations, youth groups, volunteer efforts, and work experience.” Dick describes the characteristics of the students he has interviewed, “I am totally impressed by the applicants’ poise, abilities and intelligence. They are amazing, quality young people. This is really a great city, represented by these outstanding students.” Megan Slater, a 2020 Magna Cum Laude graduate of The Ohio State University, is one of these exceptional and grateful scholarship recipients. She shares, “Scholarships of any amount are extremely helpful in easing the financial burden of college. The scholarship I received from the Mason Scholarship Foundation significantly reduced the cost of my undergraduate tuition.”

Dick Yost, Dana Clendenin, David Yost, Matt Yost at the Mason Kiwanis Golf Classic fundraiser for MSF.

She adds, “This scholarship is special, as it comes from the Mason community I have lived in my entire life. Knowing the community believed in my ability to succeed was a great confidence booster as I headed to college.” MSF continues to be financially stable and successful through the hard work and dedication of the members of the Kiwanis Club of Mason and the great support of the Mason community for their annual golf outing and pancake breakfast fundraisers. Mark Swartz, MSF Board Vice President states, “Most of the fundraising for the foundation is accomplished through the Kiwanis Club’s activities. Individual donors and companies are also part of the fundraising efforts and we encourage more community members and businesses to partner with us to support our students and provide these important scholarships. There is such a value we can bring to our students who want to continue their education.” Megan

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Foundation is an impactful way to give back. Whether you are a business owner in Mason or an individual who has felt the support of the Mason community, getting involved with the MSF allows you to pay it forward by supporting and shaping the futures of young, determined members of your community.” For information about donating and for HS Seniors interested in applying for a two or four-year program scholarship, please visit: MasonKiwanis.org.

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G A R A G E

OPEN HOUSE

R E V U P YO U R G A R AG E THIS IMPRESSIVE GARAGE PROJECT ALL STARTED LAST YEAR AS A REQUEST FROM THE HOMEOWNER’S SON TO CREATE AN AT-HOME GYM. They needed to free up space in the basement by shifting some storage to the garage. So, they reached out to Closets by Design (CBD) to accomplish their organizational goals while also upgrading the look of the garage. A year later, the space looks just as clean and organized as the day it was finished, and the owner’s son is happily using his home gym.

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DESIGN AND INSTALLATION

A designer from CBD meets with the client to discuss their storage needs. “We identify obstacles and work with the homeowner to design a storage solution that fits their space and works best for them,” says CBD project designer Trey Wight. After the customer approves the designs, cabinets are built at their factory. Next, the installation team sets up the space per the approved drawings.

STORAGE SOLUTIONS

“Clients are typically looking for garage storage solutions to accommodate belongings such as lawn and garden equipment, sporting goods and holiday decor,” explains Trey. “We use a combination of cabinets and DesignWall systems to store or hang the customer’s items.” CONTINUED >

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O R G A N I Z A T I O N

WALL ORGANIZATION

The DesignWall is a great way to save space by hanging lawn tools, small power-tools, sporting goods and hoses or extension cords. It is available in several colors and with accessories like hooks and baskets that allow for hanging just about anything. This garage features a DesignWall hanging storage system in Grey.

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CABINETS

Cabinets are fully customizable to fit the client’s space and store a variety of items. The floor-based systems use legs with leveling adjusters to compensate for uneven floors. The cabinets are leveled and then attached to the wall for greater stability. All cabinets are built with shelves strengthened with metal supports to hold heavier items. This design has custom Black melamine cabinets with shelf and door stiffeners. It also features doors and drawer faces in Brushed Aluminum with Matte Nickel barrel handles.

FLOORING

CBD uses tiles that are heat, slip and chemical resistant. The tiles interlock for fast installation and come in several colors that allow the customer to create their own design. Flooring can be installed over chipped or cracked concrete and is easily cleaned using a leaf blower or hose. This project uses a smooth Traxtile polymer tile floor with a custom color and design.

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RENOVATE & REFINE

Home Revisited THREE LOCAL BUSINESSES SHARE SIX WAYS TO UPGRADE YOUR HOME IN FUNCTIONAL AND BEAUTIFUL WAYS. ARTICLE AMANDA STOUT PHOTOGRAPHY MARK LYONS—LYONS

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WINDOW REPAIR

Windows that are fogging or losing their seal can impact the comfort of your home and your wallet. At The Glass Guru, they focus on restore, repair and replace. “We have a process called Moisture Removal where we restore the double pane unit that has lost its seal,” explains Lisa. “If the window

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LUXURY VINYL PLANKS

The hottest flooring category is luxury vinyl planks (LVP). They are an affordable, easy care and waterproof flooring option, perfect for active households. The nicer offerings have great visuals, textures and a painted bevel, making each plank stand out. LVP are also floating floors, meaning they are not glued down and can be walked on right after install. Floor Coverings International local franchise owner Katie Fitzgerald shares, “Light, neutral colors that mix tans and greys are popular in LVP, and people are beginning to go beyond the kitchen and bathroom for a seamless look throughout their homes.”

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ABODE ADVANTAGE CONNECTS COMMUNITY WITH A NOVEL SPIN ON RETIREMENT LIVING.

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for entertaining, plenty of recreational space and an

founders of Abode Advantage were able to create it in a new

outdoor area for enjoying nature. Essentially, you want

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ABOUT ABODE ADVANTAGE Abode isn’t just a retirement community, it’s a small residence consisting of 10 private suites that are designed to feel as though you’re living in a home. More important, Abode’s community is intimate enough that real relationships can be formed with those living around you.

“Abode Advantage creates that community. This is a new way of

“It’s hard to create new relationships in the later years, but our community makes it smoother and ensures you stay connected to

shared housing where everyone has a way to contribute, no matter what their ability may be,” George explains.

your existing relationships,” founding member George Hagan says.

Although right now there is only one house on the campus,

“You’re part of a smaller group, so you remain significant and known.”

three additional one-story, 9,000-square-foot abodes will be

As one of the founding members, alongside home builder Jody

added by the spring of 2022. All four houses will surround a com-

Amburgy and CPA Tom Ruberg, George says he spent more than

munity courtyard, thus creating a neighborhood atmosphere to

25 years working in the senior living environment—and always felt

connect the various residents.

there had to be a better way to create a community for seniors who

Also, each resident will receive a membership to the Countryside

were looking for an opportunity to enjoy their later years. So he found

YMCA and its programming, as well as access to several community

like-minded partners—and started one.

partners who will share their healthy living expertise with Abode.

The communal dining area. Every room comes with a coffee nook and ample closet space.

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INSPIRED BY (CONTINUED) A bedroom at Abode Advantage.

Outings will be scheduled according to each resident’s needs.

Thrive Promoters also make sure to attend to residents’ mental

George says Abode will utilize different transportation options such

health, as Abode’s staff designs programming for the day around

as ride-sharing to accommodate the trips. Every resident receives

each resident to create both an individual and community plan of

a $50 a month credit to access their transportation and to make

engagement and significance.

their own plans within the community. “Abode will be an awesome

“We encourage focusing on what we can do, instead of limits placed

community partner...encouraging all residents to stay active in their

on us because of age or health challenges,” George says. “We take the

connections and community,” he says.

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TOP-NOTCH THRIVE PROMOTERS Abode Advantage is all about connected living. That connection extends beyond cozy community quarters and into the residences’ caregivers, who are referred to as Thrive Promoters. “They’re resilient, and have a heart for service,” George says. “They understand the importance of serving as a partner alongside

ing ultimate glory to God, its residents are not required to believe or follow a certain religion, George adds. Ultimately, Abode Advantage seeks to provide a home that concentrates on ability rather than debility, and having the community work alongside its residents to create a fulfilled life—which includes the freedom to live as they choose.

the resident—instead of taking away a resident’s ability to contribute to their own day-to-day needs. We consider our Thrive Promoters’ service a blend between a concierge and a life coach, as they’re

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