Jody Robinson

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Newport Beach Dermatology &Plastic Surgery

Comes to San Juan Capistrano For over 15 years, Newport Beach Dermatology and Plastic Surgery has been a trusted name in Orange County, known for exceptional medical and cosmetic care. In April 2023, we expanded our services to San Juan Capistrano to meet growing demand and bring world-class skin health

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The Market by the Meat Cellar

Steakhouse Tradition + Scratch Kitchen Creativity + Barbecue Inspired Comfort On a recent night out with fellow fledgling foodie friends, my husband Tim and I sampled the fare at The Market by the Meat Cellar for the very first time … but after such a lovely, leisurely, delicious evening, it

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Shimmy Pest Control

Keeping Orange County Homes and Businesses Pest-Free A Q & A with Shimmy Strzelczyk, Shimmy Pest Control Orange County is known for its sunny days, vibrant communities and beautiful homes. However, the region’s warm climate also makes it a hotspot for pests, including a wide variety of insects and rodents.

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Assisted Living Locators

Jay Minor, Certified Senior Advisor® and Dementia Care Certified® I was doing a bit of research on word origins recently in helping my son with a high school assignment. I discovered the root “hospes,” which comes from “hostis.” But what was interesting was that the etymology actually branches off into

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Pets, Puddles, and Furballs

A Survival Guide for Clean Floors (and Sanity) By Alex Keuylian, Owner of Steamatic of Orange County We love our pets. They’re family. They greet us at the door, curl up with us on the couch, and occasionally stare at us with an intensity that makes us question who’s really

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Destination Dining

Lantern’s Edge

Creative Cuisine Highlighting the Bounty of the Pacific Coast My husband and I fancy ourselves fledgling foodies and oenophiles. A favored pastime? Enjoying inventive cuisine and a great glass of wine with good friends – sharing diverse dishes and exchanging tasting notes adds a layer of fun and discovery that

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Destination Dining

Monaco Italian Kitchen + Bar

An Elevated, Modern Approach to Italian Cuisine Italian tops our family’s list of favored cuisine in part because there is generally something to appeal to each member’s diverse palate. My husband, Tim, is our resident meat eater and our daughter often opts for vegetarian dishes while our teenage son and

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A Celebration of Centenarians at The Covington

An ECS Senior Living Community in Aliso Viejo In April, The Covington came together to honor 11 extraordinary women; all of whom are centenarians. It was a heartfelt day sharing stories of life and longevity with a packed house of family, residents and team members to applaud their unique accomplishments.

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Staying Independent Longer

When Is the Right Time to Transition to Senior Living? For many older adults, maintaining independence is a top priority. The idea of leaving home for a senior living community can feel overwhelming or unnecessary. However, planning ahead and recognizing when extra support is needed can help ensure a higher

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Community

Benefits for All Veterans!

By: Jim Kordenbrock Jr., Gerontologist and Veteran The early 1980s were a tough time for Veterans when I started my military career in ROTC. We were just coming off the end of the Vietnam War and four years of the Carter Administration that saw tremendous cuts in the military. Morale

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