Member Spotlight: Renue Physical Therapy

AJ-(1)A.J. Grzesiak, PT, DPT, OCS is a 2005 graduate of Central Michigan University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with a minor in psychology. A.J. then went on to the University of Pittsburgh for his graduate studies receiving his Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree in 2008. A.J. worked for 4 years in an outpatient physical therapy clinic in Lexington, KY prior to moving back home to Michigan to become a partner with Renue Physical Therapy.

A.J.’s philosophy in physical therapy includes a patient centered model of one on one care incorporating a hands-on, manual therapy based approach and the current best evidence for practice. A.J. is an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association’s Board of Clinical Specialties. A.J. treats a wide variety of outpatient orthopedic and musculoskeletal disorders including but not limited to neck and back pain, extremity pain, post-operative rehab, sports injuries, whiplash associated disorder, worker’s compensation injuries, chronic pain issues, gait dysfunctions, vestibular disorders, balance issues and fall prevention.

A.J. Grzesiak, PT, DPT, OCS
Doctor of Therapy and Managing Partner

Ann Arbor Clinic
2100 S. Main St. Suite C, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Phone (734) 369-2576 Fax (734) 531-6276
http://www.renuept.com

Member Spotlight: Senior Helpers

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Sheila Doeden, Elisabeth Harris, RN, Ashley Whitman-Client Care Coordinator, Keri Willson-Office Administrator and Faye Molitor.

Senior Helpers provides In home companion and personal care services. Our office is totally focused on providing the best in personalized home care services, that is what we do!

All of our caregivers are employed by Senior Helpers. Our caregivers are bonded and insured, and supervised by a Registered Nurse.

Our services include: Caring companionship, Meal preparation, Bathing, Mobility assistance, Housekeeping, Transportation to appointments, And much more.

Faye Molitor-Co-Owns the business and is the Director of Operations. Having cared for both of her parents thru end of life understands the importance of the services that Senior Helpers provides and is passionate about helping others. Faye manages our office staff, assesses clients and works with caregivers. In addition sits on the Board of Directors for the Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels and is involved with the Washtenaw County Elder Abuse Coalition.

Sheila Doeden
As the Co-Owner and Client Service Director she works with community partners on educating the public about services for Senior’s. Sheila enjoys talking with families of prospective clients, helping them find resources and providing quality care. Sheila has worked with the aging population for over 20 years and in addition has cared for elderly family members as well. This has helped her to identify a number of key issues families caring for a loved one deal with every day.
Sheila sits on the Board of Directors for The Michigan Association for Home Care and Chairs of their Private Duty Committee. She has A Bachelor’s Degree from Eastern Michigan University in Health Administration.

www.seniorhelpers.com/

Member Spotlight: Care Response Home Care

Al-Val_edited-2Care Response Home Care has been Ann Arbor’s comprehensive choice for home care for more than 10 years. We provide a range of services, including in-home health care, transition care (hospital to home), and geriatric care management.

Care Response was founded in 2004 by Valerie Dockter, a registered nurse with over 35 years of experience. Offering the best in-home health care possible, Care Response has built a reputation on personalized care plans, continuity of care, and accountability. Their unique business model utilizes full-time registered nurses to provide clients with support visits, supervision of home health aides, and collaboration with physicians.

“Having RNs directly involved ensures the best possible care for the client,” says Director Valerie Dockter. “We believe this is the most effective way to help people safely age in the comfort of their one homes.”

Care Response Home Care has been a proud member of the A2Y Chamber for 7 years, and provides home health care services in Ann Arbor and surrounding communities. Call us today at 734-662-2207 and find out how we can help you or your loved one age safely in place.

 

 

 

Member Spotlight: John M. Barr, Sr.

JMB-life-touch-photo-(1)John is the senior attorney at the law firm of Barr, Anhut & Associates, P.C. He has years of experience in business, wills, trusts, powers of attorney, real estate, family and municipal law. John is a mediator in civil and family law cases. In additional to his general practice, he represents municipalities including the City of Ypsilanti, and Lodi Township.

John holds the highest attorney peer review rating of “A-V” from Martindale Hubble, is listed as a “Super Lawyer” by Law and Politics since 2006, and is one of the “Top Attorneys in Michigan” as published in Crain’s Detroit Business. John has been listed in “Who’s Who in the Law,” “Who’s Who in the Midwest,” and “Who’s Who in America.”

John received his BA from MSU and his law degree from the U of M Law School. He participates in state and local bar activities and is a past State Bar commissioner and past president of the Washtenaw County Bar Association. He has received numerous awards including the Chamber “Distinguished Service Award in 2013. Some of his community activities include serving as an Ypsilanti District Library board member and working with the Michigan Municipal League and Boy Scouts.

John said: “The law is a calling and a helping profession. The practice of law gives me great satisfaction in helping people accomplish their goals and solve problems.”

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Member Spotlight: Cardea Construction

Patricia Harroun

Patricia is a licensed residential builder with over 37 years experience in the construction industry: 29 running her residential design-build remodeling firm, Cardea Construction Company.

Her enthusiasm for helping others lead to her mission statement, “improving your lives while improving your home.” Patricia has training in sustainable renovations and is certified in Green Remodeling, Aging in Place, and Lead Paint. Patricia and her business have won green sustainable residential renovation awards:
Washtenaw County Home Builder Association Built Green Achievement
AA Board of Realtors Builder Environmental Awareness
Washtenaw County Excellence for Construction Waste Reduction.

Patricia holds a BA from SUNY at Buffalo.
Certified Graduate Remodeler designation;
Certified Aging in Place; Certified Green Builder designation.

Patricia has served on several boards of nonprofit groups:
The state wide board of Green Built Michigan, Inc.,
Women Business Organization of SE Michigan.,
And, a lifetime board member for our local Ann Arbor Home Builder Association, (Builders and Remodelers of Greater Ann Arbor Area);Cardea Construction Company specializes in kitchens, baths, finished basements, additions, porches & whole house renovations.

Life-partner Gloria Keefer, no children, but many nieces & nephews, a 21 yr old cat “Mr. Pal” and 11 yr old Rottweiler ‘Bean’.

Contact Cardea Construction Company at 734.665.0234

www.cardeaconstruction.com

Member Spotlight: Fox Hills Golf and Banquet Center

Fox Hills Golf and Banquet Center is located in a beautiful countryside setting between Plymouth and Ann Arbor in southeastern Michigan. Our award winning facilities matched with outstanding cuisine and exceptional level of service will ensure that you and your guests will enjoy an occasion as special as each person involved. Our expansive complex houses 63 diverse holes of golf, three clubhouses, and four venues.

In 2014, we are celebrating our 40th Anniversary! To commemorate our 40 wonderful years, we are highlighting different areas of our business each month. There will be monthly specials and contests to correspond. We will be posting information on Social Media and via our E-Club with details on how to win a coveted Red Envelope prize each month.

As a family owned and operated business we are committed to providing excellence in our service and products and providing our customers with the highest quality experience in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. Whether you are a beginner or seasoned golfer, or looking to host a golf outing our professional staff is here to serve you! If you are hosting a corporate meeting, or a couple planning a wedding reception, Fox Hills will make your experience memorable!

Contact Fox Hills Golf and Banquet Center at 734-453-7272 or www.foxhills.com.

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Member Spotlight: Sigma Financial Group

jrydell_public-(1)In the early 1980s, Jerry worked as a state of Michigan co-manager for Homelife Insurance Company, now known as Phoenix Homelife. As an investment professional, he was deeply dissatisfied with the broker/dealer alternatives then available. And so in 1983, he made the decision to establish Sigma Financial Corporation as a way of creating the services he had been seeking.

The following year, he founded Sigma Planning Corporation (SPC) to function as an SEC-registered investment advisor. Originally intended as a means of providing Sigma representatives with fee-based planning opportunities, the firm currently offers numerous money management services, allowing reps to compete effectively in the rapidly growing fee-based money management business.

In 2013, Jerry celebrated Sigma’s 30th anniversary. He has employed a dedicated and caring staff of 100+ associates to help carry out his vision of providing comprehensive tools, products and services to help advisors assist middle American Investors achieve financial success. Currently the staff services nearly 1200 registered representatives/financial advisors between two SEC/FINRA registered securities broker dealers.

Jerry and his wife Donna reside in Pinckney, MI and also have a winter home in Spring Hill, FL. Their son, Brandon Rydell, maintains his role as CFO of Sigma Financial and SPC, and their daughter Kristen fulfills auditing duties within the firms Compliance Department.

Contact Sigma Financial Group at (734) 663-1611 or www.sigmafinancial.com

Member Spotlight: Damian Farrell Design Group, PLLC.

Damiam-HeadshotA graduate of the University of Natal, Durban in South Africa, Damian Farrell began his career in Natal before relocating to Ann Arbor, MI. in 1987. There he established the Damian Farrell Design Group after a six year internship. After selling his firm and an interim period of working in both a large andmid-sized architecture firm, Damian restarted Damian Farrell Design Group, PLLC in July 2008.

Acclaimed for his creative design, unwavering focus on the environment, creating healthy places to live, work, shop, and play…and ability to listen and interpret solutions for each challenge. With his guidance over a wide variety of project types, Damian’s projects have earned national recognition,and have been featured in Architectural Digest and numerous regional publications.

Member Spotlight: Robert Half International, Inc.

my-career-prof-(1)Alysha has been working for Robert Half, a pioneer in the concept of professional staffing services for the past two years, while holding various positions from a Staffing Manager to Branch Manager. She currently serves as the Branch Manager for the Robert Half Ann Arbor office.

She currently partners with established businesses in the Ann Arbor market to assist with their staffing needs. With Robert Half’s extensive database of highly skilled candidates, they have the resources, experience, and expertise necessary to match Administrative and Accounting professionals. We specialize in working with businesses requiring immediate and specialized assistance on a project basis, while also providing individuals who can transition into full-time roles. This staffing model helps professionals further their careers and allows employers to access the professionals they need, when they need it.

Alysha received her Bachelor’s in Finance and Bachelor’s in Business Economics from Grand Valley State University. She is currently participating in the A2Y Converge group and is on the committee as well. Alysha is also actively involved in the planning of her hometown’s Relay for Life on an annual basis.

Please connect with Alysha at alysha.connelly@roberthalf.com or 734.995.8367