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Jada Hudson to Present on Firefighter Emotional Wellness at Upcoming FDIC International Conference and Women in Fire Conference April 15-20 2024   WHEATON–Being a firefighter or first responder is not an easy job. The nature of their work exposes them to traumatic events and high-stress situations every day, which takes a toll on their emotional well-being. But many firefighters either ignore or overlook their emotional health, mainly because they believe it's not as important as their physical health. This is where Jada Hudson's book,  Firefighter Emotional Wellness: Reconnecting with Yourself and Others ,  comes in. Jada Hudson, M.S., LCPC, CADC, RYT-200, TIYT is a first responder therapist based in Wheaton, Illinois, who has dedicated her career to helping firefighters and first responders prioritize their emotional health.   Jada Hudson, LCPC, CADC, RYT-200, TIYT, is a counselor and therapist working exclusively with first responders. Her book,  Firefighter Emotional Wellness: Reconnecting with Yourself and Others , is an essential guide examining the most important issues facing firefighters on the front lines. It covers a myriad of topics, from understanding the emotional impact of firefighting and dealing with stress, to building resiliency and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. What sets this book apart is that it offers practical exercises and activities to help firefighters apply what they've learned in their everyday lives.   Through Hudson Clinical Counseling, in-person appearances, and innovative wellness and first responder programs and publications, Jada helps people in uniquely demanding jobs heal, grow, and thrive. Jada has been chosen to present at the upcoming FDIC International, North America's Leading Firefighter Conference. The event will offer thousands of Fire & Rescue professionals from around the world quality world-class instructors, classrooms, workshops, H.O.T. Evolutions, and the most innovative products and services on display from 800+ exhibiting companies. Jada Hudson will be presenting on Leadership & PTSD, to educate first responder leaders about the ways their actions and leadership style can contribute to an individual’s propensity toward developing or not developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This training will explore the factors that contribute to how an individual assesses a potentially traumatic event (PTE) and what leaders can do to develop subordinates who are prepared, hardy, socially supported, and able to process the PTE afterward. The goal of this training is to teach first responder leaders how to engage a leadership style that empowers their fellow first responders to be open, honest, and emotionally well despite the potentially traumatic and life-threatening experiences they may face on a  daily basis.   ABOUT JADA’S PRACTICE Jada Hudson's therapy practice focuses on providing therapeutic support and treatment to first responders who are struggling with emotional wellness issues relating to their jobs. Jada is a veteran therapist who has spent over 30 years in the field, counseling frontline workers in various emergency services. She understands the unique challenges that firefighters and first responders face, and she's committed to helping them lead a fulfilled life by prioritizing their emotional well-being. She works with firefighters, ER doctors, dispatchers, nurses, teachers, members of the military and more.   Jada's approach to therapy is rooted in evidence-based methods, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques. Her goal is to help her clients understand their thoughts and emotions, develop coping strategies, and learn how to respond to stressful situations more effectively. Jada(deleted also) works with firefighters on an individual basis or in groups, depending on their needs.   Jada Hudson's work has been featured in Glancer, Fire Engineering Magazine  and   Fire Rescue Magazine.  She's helped numerous firefighters and first responders over the years, and her practice is recognized as one of the leading therapy practices in Illinois. Jada's main mission is to help firefighters and first responders recognize the importance of prioritizing their emotional well-being.   Firefighting is a challenging job that requires physical and emotional strength. While firefighters are trained to handle physical emergencies, they sometimes struggle to deal with the emotional aftermath of the job. It's crucial to recognize that emotional wellness is just as important as physical wellness, and Jada Hudson's book and therapy practice are here to help firefighters prioritize their emotional health. Jada's evidence-based therapy techniques, coupled with practical exercises in her book, can help firefighters build resilience, cope with stress, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. It's time to prioritize your emotional wellness, and Jada Hudson is here to help.   ABOUT THE BOOK Firefighter Emotional Wellness: Reconnecting with Yourself and Others  is a boots-on-the-ground self-help book showcasing interviews and wisdom from firefighters and first responder wellness expert Jada Hudson, M.S., LCPC, CADC, RYT-200, TIYT.  Firefighter Emotional Wellness  is written specifically for firefighters and those who love them, covering topics like:    Suicide PTSD Addictions Importance of Self-Care Resiliency Moral Injury What it Means to be Emotionally Well Planning for Your Retirement Keys to Emotional Wellness in the Face of a Cancer Diagnosis Pediatric Death in a First Responder Incident

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HOW TO FOCUS ON HEALTHY LIVING THIS HOLIDAY SEASON The holiday season is an exciting time of the year. Family, holiday events, delicious food, gift giving, and the excitement of the little people in our lives. But for many, the holidays also bring on an element of stress. Particularly for those whose health concern is managing their weight. Is it possible to both enjoy the holiday season and not ‘deprive’ yourself, but also avoid holiday weight gain? Luckily, the answer is yes! At Peak Health Institute we are passionate about creating a lifestyle that is based in nutritionally dense foods. This is what gives you the fuel to be actively engaged and accomplish all of the things you desire. We also believe that community, stress relief, and life enjoyment are high on the list of importance. Our metabolism boost is an excellent way to keep your body processing fatty acids, detoxifying the added element of toxins. This is a great option for maintaining through the season. If you’re looking for solutions to jumpstart your weight loss journey, we also offer customized lab testing, advanced weight loss protocols, and full hormone analysis. At Peak we offer solutions to help you achieve the health you deserve. Peak Health Institute 3S517 Winfield Rd, Warrenville (630)791-9335 www.peakhealthinstitute.com HEALTH + WELLNESS NAPERVILLE DUPAGE

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Education is Key for In-Home Healthcare Options Jennifer Dexter brings years of professional experience to Assisting Hands Rockford , providing non-medical in-home healthcare in the privacy of a client’s home or Assisted Living Facility. In-home care is provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including overnight care. She continues to educate the community– as education is key when choosing in-home healthcare options. Assisting Hands Rockford caregivers go through an extensive training program. Each is also connected to the healthcare community. This helps them provide further assistance with coordinating services. Thease include rehabilitation, assisted living, palliative care, hospice and even non-medical services such as financial, beauty salons, etc. November Is an Important Time to Educate Veterans and their Families November is a time to especially honor Veterans and provide care for these heroes, so Jennifer feels it’s important to continue educating the community. “It is the highest honor for us to be able to care for our Veterans,” Jennifer shares. “We’re here to serve those that have put their lives on the line to protect us. It is our turn to help them, so we do this by providing education, resources, and guidance to help with the process to seek approval through the Veterans Affairs (VA). There are two programs they can assist with – the VA Homemaker program and the Aid & Attendance Benefit Program, so we can really help” How We are Helping with Continued Education This month, Assisting Hands will be doing presentations at assisted living facilities, as well as running sponsorships on local TV stations, such as WTVO, Fox 39 , and Mystateline.com, educating Vets on the services they offer. Assisting Hands Rockford also provides in-home care and individualized services to people of all ages, in many situations. –Kristen Kucharski, Glancer Magazine , November 2022 Assisting Hands 5301 E. State Street, Suite 217 Rockford IL 61108 (815) 884-CARE https://assistinghands.com/100/illinois/rockford/ HEALTH + WELLNESS

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FOUNDERS OF PEAK HEALTH INSTITUTE, CUTTING EDGE WITH ALTERNATIVE TOOLS WARRENVILLE–Tim and Katie McManigal, the founders of Peak Health Institute have a passion for helping individuals to excel in health and wellness after the pair have navigated their own personal health struggles, including both having had Lyme disease. Caretakers by nature, Katie was a NICU RN at Lurie Children’s hospital, then a nurse practitioner; and Tim worked as a firefighter with a background in athletics and performance optimization. Personally dedicated to a healthy and active lifestyle, with a focus on functional medicine, they opened Peak Health Institute providing cutting edge therapies to bring individuals options for taking their health to the next level through improved mind and body function. “We help moms to get stronger, repair their hormonal balance, improve cognitive function and become their best version of themselves,” Katie shares. “We help executives to optimize brain health and cognitive function and athletes to excel by optimizing their cellular health and mitochondrial health. On the flip side of that, we work hard with chronically sick individuals to help them regain their life.” Some of their favorite tools to promote health optimization are medical weight loss, bioidentical hormone therapy, peptide therapy, vitamin IV infusions, ozone therapy, sauna and detoxification programs, and NAD+. One of their trendier offerings is EMSCULPTneo for body contouring, decreasing fat by 30% and increasing muscle by 25% in targeted areas. With the advances of technology, Peak Health Institute can service anyone anywhere with the use of telemedicine, but certain services of course do require in-person visits. Reclaim your health and call today! -Kristen Kucharski, Photos Submitted Peak Health Institute 3S517 Winfield Rd, Warrenville (630)791-9335 www.instagram.com/peak_health_institute/ HEALTH + WELLNESS BUSINESS NAPERVILLE DUPAGE

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THESE ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT ESTABLISHMENTS 2021 Winners Announced for DuPage, Kane & Kendall These Establishments Were Nominated as the Best of the Best In the Health + Wellness Category HEALTH + WELLNESS Weight Loss Center DUPAGE Naperville Weight Loss Center, Naperville KANE Genesis Integrative Medicine, Geneva KENDALL A Beautiful You, Yorkville Family Fitness Facility DUPAGE Fort Hill Fitness Center, Naperville KANE Vaughn Athletic Center, Aurora KENDALL Fox Valley Family YMCA, Yorkville Mental Health Provider DUPAGE Mindful TMS Neurocare Centers, Wheaton KANE Pica and Associates, St. Charles KENDALL Family Counseling Service, Oswego Yoga Studio DUPAGE Yoga by Degrees, Naperville KANE Soma Studio, Batavia KENDALL Living Divina Yoga, Yorkville Family Dentistry DUPAGE White Eagle Dentistry, Naperville KANE Elite Dental Specialists, Geneva KENDALL Valley View Dental, Montgomery VIEW WINNER CATEGORIES ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT BEAUTIFUL YOU COMMUNITY LIVING DINING + CABARET HEALTH + WELLNESS LOCAL EVENTS HOME + GARDEN KIDS + TEENS SHOPS + BOUTIQUES WEDDING + TRAVEL ATTENTION WINNERS! ​Congratulations! Please Click the Link and Include Your County, Winning Category, Company Name, Contact Name, Phone Number and Preferred Email Address. We will Reply Within Two Business Days with Your Printable Certificate and Digital Banners & Logo to Use If You Wish Additional Details will Follow Re: How to Obtain a Souvenir Award Plaque ​CLAIM YOUR AWARD HERE bestofthebest@glancermagazine.com OPTIONAL AWARD PLAQUE Order Here

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LIVE SIMPLE BRAND UNVEILS ITS INNOVATIVE BREAKFAST SOLUTION NAPERVILLE–Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and with Path of Life's new product launch, it's about to become the best time of the day , too. Path of Life , the family-focused frozen foods brand, announced a new line of organic steel cut instant oatmeal to expand on its existing options of accessible, convenient, and high-quality dishes in the frozen foods aisle. Path of Life's Organic Apple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oatmeal and Organic Berry Steel Cut Oatmeal Available in two different flavor varieties, the new Path of Life steel cut oats are combined with delicious fruits and are gluten-free, non-GMO, dairy-free, and plant-based. Most importantly, the new steel cut oats meet the strict requirements of the USDA's National Organic Program. Made from simple, wholesome, and thoughtfully sourced ingredients, this new steel cut oatmeal line stays true to the brand's Live Simple motto. "We noticed that there was a lack of better-for-you, convenient breakfast items in the freezer aisle, so we wanted to provide consumers with an option that not only tastes good but left them feeling good," said Audrea Fulton, Vice President of Sales at Path of Life. "We're all about clean and simple ingredients and this breakfast line is no exception. We are delighted to bring our clean and simple meal solutions to a whole new category." The new Organic Steel Cut Oats will be available at Sprouts Farmers Markets nationwide in the following varieties: Organic Berry Steel Cut Oatmeal: A berry yummy blend of organic cooked oats, organic apple puree concentrate, organic blueberries, and organic raspberries. Organic Apple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oatmeal: An apple-solutely delicious combination of organic cooked oats, organic apple puree concentrate, and organic apples. Aiming to provide consumers with an easy and effortless way to start their day, each cup is under 200 calories, contains 0g trans fat, and zero added sugars. Both steel cut oatmeal flavors contain two servings and will retail for $5.99. Path of Life quinoa, rice, and now oat-based products can be found in the frozen aisle at a store near you. For more information or to keep up with the brand, please visit www.pathoflife.com or follow them on Instagram at @pathoflifebrand . About Path of Life Path of Life was created to provide delicious, high quality, simple, and convenient side dishes and meals that can be incorporated into any lifestyle. Started in 2015, this family-owned company has been focused on making foods that are flavorful and easy to eat. While taste is number one priority, all Path of Life products are made with clean and simple ingredients. Our relationships with growers around the world ensure we consistently deliver the best quality product. Whether you have food allergies, dietary restrictions, or simply love delicious, quality food, Path of Life frozen sides are for you. Learn more at www.pathoflife.com . HEALTH + WELLNESS BUSINESS NAPERVILLE DUPAGE

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TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE TODAY! WESTERN SUBURBS–Transform your life today! In Home Fitness By Val & Team brings the workout to your home! Busy schedule? Not ready for a public gym? In Home Fitness by Val & Team provide private personalized workouts with real results! Whether you have a home gym or not, they provide everything you need. In Home Fitness by Val, brings professionalism and fitness expertise to you. Enjoy the convenience of an in-home workout appointment. Val and her team can't wait to help you on your fitness journey! First session is FREE. In Home Fitness by Val www.inhomefitnessbyval.com inhomefitnessbyval@gmail.com GET DEAL ALL HEALTH + WELLNESS ALL DUPAGE

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TURKEY TROT PEDICTO RACE Start your Thanksgiving at the annual Turkey Trot Predicto Race! All ages are invited to come and participate in this FREE five-mile run, jog, and walk event. Strollers are welcome! The run will take place on November 28th at 8 a.m. sharp! This year, the Park District is once again offering a special reward challenge for all those that attend. The two runners that most accurately guess the time it will take them to complete the course will win a special Thanksgiving treat! There are no timing devices allowed on the course. How It Works Simply come to the Lake Ellyn Boathouse on Thanksgiving morning to sign the race waiver and enter your predicted time. The run will begin at 8 a.m. Costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded for Best Costume! Donate to the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry The Park District is once again teaming up with the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry to help fill its shelves in time for the holiday season. Park District staff will be on hand at the Turkey Trot to collect non-perishable food items or cash donations. Items requested by the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry include: Peanut Butter Jelly Brown Rice Pasta and Spaghetti Sauce Canned Fruit, Vegetables, Beans and Soup Sugar (1LB or 2LB bags or boxes) More Details https://gepark.org/events/turkey-trot/

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