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The Villager staff sends best wishes to all our readers. We’re looking forward to Volume 26 Issue 14 covering all the wonderful May 7 - 13, 2019 community events coming www.TheVillagerNewspaper.com up in the future. With God, all things are possible.... May God be with us all. Firefighter Finds Silver Lining Amid the Covid-19 Crisis Nothing could have prepared Steven Acord for this. gave him every tool he needed to be a good firefighter and The North Ridgeville firefighter and EMT-paramedic a good paramedic. says he and the entire fire house are adjusting to the CO- But today, what makes firefighters, EMTs and para- VID-19 crisis one day at a time. medics successful is the ability to adjust. From simply be- “We’re doing our best, but the COVID-19 crisis has just ing at the fire house to procedures on emergency calls, this been a different animal,” he said. pandemic has changed everything. Steven always knew he wanted a career that made him “Work is a lot different than it normally is right now,” and his family proud. It took him some time after high he said. “When we aren’t on calls, we are socially distancing school to figure out what that was, but once he did there ourselves from each other and wearing masks around the was no looking back. station. On calls we are much more concerned with getting “My plan changed twice before I realized I wasn’t hap- an early temperature on the patient and quickly determin- py. I wanted to do something more fulfilling and I chose ing if the patient is at risk of having COVID-19.” this field. Once I started classes I gave 100% effort,” Accord At the North Ridgeville Fire Department, one squad said. is dedicated to responding to calls in which the patient has any COVID symptoms. The goal is to limit the chances of Steven Accord Those classes were at Lorain County Community Col- lege where he earned his paramedic certification and as- exposure. and son Isaac sociate of science degree in fire science. Both programs “The fire department must continue to operate, so it’s continued on page 2 Westlake Police Make His Day! Westlake Porter Library On the morning of April 23, Westlake PD along with Westlake Fire and Service Depart- Announces Reopening Plans ments came together to wish a brave cancer In accordance with the plan for reopening businesses and organi- survivor and Westlake resident a Happy 3rd zations in Ohio announced by Governor DeWine on Monday, April 27, Birthday. Westlake Porter Public Library will begin reopening procedures starting Special thanks to The Westlake Town Cri- the week of May 3. ers for helping to organize the much appreci- The plan for bringing back in-person services will occur in three ated drive by. #staysafewestlake #inthistogeth- parts while ensuring that the library continues to be mindful of the erOhio. health and safety of both patrons and staff. Staff will be cleaning the building and preparing materials for circulation throughout the re- Happy Birthday Emmett! opening process. Information courtesy of the Westlake Police Curbside service and telephone reference services are the Department. first part of the gradual reopening plan. The official start date for See more photos on page 6 and on The both will be announced soon. When curbside service begins, patrons Westlake Police Department Facebook page at will be able to pick up new or existing holds by parking in one of several facebook.com/WestlakePolice. parking spaces in front of the building. Patrons will then call the library and provide their name and parking spot number. A WPPL staff mem- ber will bring out the materials in a plastic bag and place them in the St. Bernadette Students Cheer Seniors trunk of the patrons’ vehicle. Any materials returned to the library will Senior living homes across the globe have had to halt visitation privileges for be quarantined for 72 hours. the friends and families of their residents due to the coronavirus pandemic, The The second phase will be opening the building for com- Normandy Senior Living Campus included. This has caused many of our residents puter use on Tuesday, May 12. Patrons should call the library to to feel lonely and isolated. reserve a computer for a specific time and day. Those reserving a com- Thankfully, the students at Saint puter must have a library card, no guest passes. There will be a limit of Bernadette Elementary School have one person to a computer but there may be exceptions for two family been kind enough to send cards, let- members working together. ters, and videos to our residents who The final step in reopening WPPL will be opening the haven’t been able to spend time with entire building. The timing of this will occur in accordance with their families these past few weeks. guidelines laid out by state and local government in order to ensure the We cannot thank these students safety of WPPL patrons and staff. enough for thinking of our residents “On behalf of the Westlake Porter Public Library Board of Trust- during these tough times. Their days ees and Staff, thank you for your patience while our building has been have been brightened tremendously. closed to comply with the State of Ohio’s Stay-At-Home Order,” said Li- We are looking forward to the day brary Director Andrew Mangels. “We look forward to seeing you at the library!” continued on page 4 Page 2 - THE VILLAGER - May 7 - 13, 2020 Firefighter Finds Silver Lining Amid the Covid-19 Crisis continued from page 1 the television or follow the news of the crisis – imperative that our personnel stay healthy he sees enough to know the latest while he’s at during these times,” he noted. work. Accord said every new process they im- Instead, he focuses his time on his wife plement today will prepare them during a fu- and his one-year-old son. ture crisis – a positive he chooses to see now. “I believe a silver lining has been the “We can have better protocols in place amount of time we are spending together as a and stockpile personal protective equipment,” family,” Accord said. “I have always worked a he said. “And I am confident that we will all lot and expressed wanting to spend more time come out of this stronger.” at home. My son gives me all the smiles I can Another silver lining shines when he handle, and my happiness is not going to be walks out of the fire house after a 24-hour affected by this virus.” shift and into his home. He doesn’t turn on Accord, second on right. with fellow North Ridgeville Firefighters A Family on the Frontline UH St. John Blood Drive For Rebecca Sullivan’s fam- Want to make a difference during these unprecedented times? Do- ily, emergency medicine is just a nate blood. way of life. It’s where it all start- UH St. John Medical ed, literally. Center is hosting a blood Sullivan, a registered nurse drive on Tues., May 19 from in the emergency room at Mercy 2-7 p.m. in Auditoriums A Health – Lorain Hospital, met & B. Please schedule your time by calling (440) 322-5700. Site Coordina- her husband Matt, a North Rid- tor is Paul Forthofter. geville firefighter and paramed- Donors can also make an appointment at www.vitalant.org/Ohi- ic, in Lorain County Communi- oDonorPortal or by calling 1-877-25-VITAL. Donors interested in the ty College’s paramedic program. UH drives can use the sponsor code sjmc. “We met in the LCCC pro- gram in 2009, got married in 2012, and had these crazy kids in 2015,” Sullivan said. Those crazy kids are twins, Aidan and Harper. And to them, their frontline COVID-19 fight- ing parents are just doing their jobs. “They know daddy works on a fire truck and in an ambu- Rebecca Sullivan, RN, EMT-P lance, and mommy works in an emergency room,” she said. In May 2017 Sullivan graduated from LCCC’s Emergency medicine has always been Sullivan’s RN program and began working in the emergency calling. She had just gotten her driver’s license when room at Mercy. She was ready for the challenge but A March Blood drive at UH St. John a serious accident happened in front of her car. So didn’t expect to be on the frontlines of a global pan- brought a lot of community support. she pulled over and ran to help, keeping pressure on demic within a few years. Please mark your calendar for May 19. the motorist’s head wound until paramedics arrived. “Am I anxious? Yes. But can I handle it? Yeah,” “One of the paramedics said to me, ‘Wow. You she said. “I’ve been in stressful situations in my job; did a really great job. You should think about doing it’s just something I deal with in my profession.” this’,” Sullivan said. What makes her most anxious is the possibility University Hospitals Reaches That’s when it clicked. of passing the virus to someone she loves. “I felt like emergency medicine was my thing,” “I don’t want to spread this or give to anyone Goal of Collecting 100,000 she said. “I’ve always taken pride in helping people I care about,” she said. “Matt and I are both on the in urgent need.” frontlines, but we’re taking extra precautions at work After Sullivan graduated from Elyria High and at home to protect everyone.” Homemade Masks School she enrolled in Lorain County Community One of those precautions is social distancing. Hand-written Notes to Caregivers Also Included with Donations College’s nursing program. She earned her State Sullivan and her family started self-isolating when University Hospi- Tested Nurse Aide license two years later but set possible before Ohio’s stay-at-home order and she tals recently put out a aside nursing to earn a certificate as an Emergency hopes everyone is taking it seriously – because it is call to the community to Medical Technician and then a paramedic. working. help make masks for our Rebecca spent nearly a decade working as a “What people are doing with social distancing is caregivers during this paramedic for LifeCare Ambulance in Lorain. making a difference,” she said. “By continuing social critical time. The people “I liked being out in the community,” she said. distancing and taking the stay-at-home order seri- of Northeast Ohio rose “Everything about one patient is different from the ously, we’re slowing and stopping this virus in our to the occasion. As of last. I liked the challenge of having to think things area. We’re saving lives and people that we know.” today, UH has collect- through quickly and being there for someone when The same community that’s spreading apart to ed 100,000 homemade they’re truly in their time of need.” save lives is also coming together to make the lives cloth masks. Sullivan enjoyed the challenge and constant of local RNs a little easier. At the end of March, change of being a paramedic, but when their chil- From kind words to homemade masks to food, UH began distributing dren came along, her and Matt’s schedules no longer Lorain County residents are showing their support kits with enough materials to make 10 masks. Within three weeks, all kits fit their lives. and appreciation for those like Sullivan who are put- were within the hands of the community and within four weeks volun- “Both of us were working 24-hour shifts, and ting themselves at risk to help others. teers returned 100,000 cloth masks to UH. after we had the twins, our schedules weren’t work- “We’ve had people who haven’t even come to “We are overwhelmed and grateful for the response we received,” ing for us,” she said. “I had always wanted to go back the emergency room as patients write thank you said Dr. Randy Jernejcic, Vice President of Clinical Integration at Uni- to nursing school, and I knew it was time.” letters for just being us and doing what we do,” she versity Hospitals. “Whether one volunteer sewed 10 masks or a group of Sullivan joined LCCC’s paramedic to RN pro- said. “It’s nice to know the community is thinking volunteers donated thousands, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to gram, knowing it would give her the flexibility she about us. And we will continue to be here for them each and every person who gave their time and talents to this cause.” needed to work part time and raise her children. She when they need us.” Along with donations of masks, UH asked volunteers to provide also earned credit for prior coursework, saving her VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/ hand-written notes of encouragement and appreciation for caregivers. time and money. watch?v=m8mMiMTR9uo continued on page 4 Page 3 - THE VILLAGER - May 7 - 13, 2020

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University Hospitals is committed to helping our patients and the Northeast Ohio community manage their health and well-being. This is even more important during the current COVID-19 outbreak.

UH is taking measures to keep you safe while continuing to provide you with the care you need. In addition to in-person appointments, we also offer telehealth services, featuring online video and phone appointments. Visit UHhospitals.org to learn more.

Information on coronavirus (COVID-19) changes rapidly.

As a community health care leader, UH is your source for the most up-to-date clinical information on COVID-19. To learn more about appointments, visitor policies and the latest clinical trials, visit UHhospitals.org/Coronavirus.

© 2020 University Hospitals REG 1286663 Page 4 - THE VILLAGER - May 7 - 13, 2020 All I Have Is Back Teeth, and I Want A Nice Smile by Jeffrey Gross, DDS, FAGD of The Healthy Smile As I start to write this week’s column, our office is pre- ment. The only possible treatment without remov- paring to open again and provide full health services to all ing the rest of the teeth was a partial denture. our patients. We have a new normal and are implement- However, the position of the back teeth and the ing a new protocol for your safety and protection as well as very large space without teeth presented a problem. ours. Our level of protection will match our level of service The only teeth present were the back molars. This extended to you. Now let’s get to this week’s case. space meant that ten teeth are gone. A partial denture with Dr. Louis Malcmacher Dr. Jeffrey Gross Those of you who follow this column regularly know ten teeth in a row would not work. I needed some natu- the importance of back teeth. Their role is to handle the ral teeth in the middle to break up the space. Natural teeth smile. I was happy since I saved teeth and did not remove chewing function and preserve the front teeth. Our front would allow me to place a wire or clip on the partial den- the ones in the back of the mouth. I enjoyed problem-solv- teeth are made to tear, not to chew. Back teeth are grinding ture to help anchor it. Without an anchor in the middle, the ing together with the patient. The fix is easy, and the result and chewing teeth. Occasionally, we lose all of our front partial denture would lift up regularly even without chew- is magnificent. teeth. This loss could be due to an accident or some other ing. That constant movement is unacceptable to the patient If you saw someone who told you that you needed all reason. When these teeth go, we no longer have our smiles. and me. of your teeth removed, I have a suggestion. I encourage you We are also missing an opportunity to make a removable Based on this problem. I presented a solution to the to come for a second opinion. I do not charge to talk to bridge or partial denture. Yes, there are back teeth to hook patient. I could break up the long and empty toothless span you and suggest an approach for your situation. Please call on, but so much movement would occur that the replace- with a single implant. Approaching the issue in this fashion our Bay Village office at 440-892-1810 and we will schedule ment teeth would not be functional. In the past, when I was easy to accomplish and very affordable for the patient. your meeting. would see a patient who had back teeth and nothing else, The implant utilizes a special patented connection to an- my treatment would involve a full denture. I would recom- chor the partial denture. The anchorage would prevent the Jeffrey Gross, DDS, FAGD is an Ohio licensed general mend removing the last teeth in the back and making a upward movement in the front of the mouth. The smile dentist and is on the staff of Case Western Reserve School of complete denture. would be stable. Together with the back teeth and connec- Dental Medicine. When my patient told me that they wanted a smile, tions to them, I can create an excellent removable partial The Healthy Smile they didn’t stop there. They told me that they wanted some- denture. 27239 Wolf Road, Bay Village, OH 44140 thing that did not move around a lot. A denture would not Everyone was thrilled with this approach to the prob- 440-892-1810 www.jeffreygrossdds.com fulfill that request. A lower denture is notorious for move- lem. The patient would receive a reliable and functional University Hospitals Reaches Goal of Collecting St. Bernadette Students Cheer Seniors continued from page 1 100,000 Homemade Masks when we can all gather continued from page 2 together safely again. “I wanted to say thank you for everything you’re “The students of St. doing. There are so many people that are sick and scared Bernadette’s are a very and it’s really helping to know that there are people like special group of people you trying to help keep everyone safe and healthy,” who have brought so wrote Abbey, an 8th grade student. much joy to the resi- The masks and notes are being distributed to staff dents at the Normandy throughout the UH system. Senior Living Campus UH will continue to accept donations of masks by sending the hand- sewn by volunteers with their own materials. We en- made cards, letters courage sewers to follow the UH-specific design. That and personal videos. pattern and more information about how to donate fin- The residents appreci- ished masks can be found at this website. ate their thoughts and UH is currently under universal masking guide- prayers during this time lines, which means everyone in all facilities should and look forward to their visits again,” says Kim Zdanow- wear a mask. It’s important for visitors, vendors and icz, Marketing Director for The Normandy Campus. patients to bring their own mask when possible. This The Normandy is a Senior Living Campus that com- will help sustain the number of cloth masks available at screening checkpoints when entering a facility. bines top-notch amenities and a connected community Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, UH is taking critical steps to ensure the health safety and well-being of all those we lifestyle to provide a continuum of care for every stage of serve and adjusting our policy in accordance with CDC guidance. Cloth masks are not recommended for use in the pres- the aging process. We continue to provide a community ence of patients with suspected or confirmed COVID-19. The homemade cloth masks can be worn by patients, visitors where residents can embrace life, let go of daily tasks and and any caregiver who is not in direct contact with COVID-19 patients or suspected COVID-19 patients. enjoy the freedom to make the most of every moment.

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Spreading Love and Cheer at the Normandy Senior Living

We had a special window visit on April 28 at Lakeside from the one When life gives you lemons you make lemonade! Times are tough, Lakeside Bakery at your service! Our employees decided to spread a little and only “Princess”. Thank you, Equine Differences for providing this but our employees decided to add a little sweetness to our resident’s love during these hard times by delivering bakery goods to our resident’s event to brighten the day for all of our residents! day by delivering lemonade to their doors. doors. We doughnut know what we would do without our residents.

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THENORMANDY.COM 440.333.5401 22441 Lake Road, Rocky River, Ohio 44116 Page 6 - THE VILLAGER - May 7 - 13, 2020 Community West Foundation Grants $100,000 to Fairview Hospital Caregivers Community West Foundation is issuing a $100,000 grant to the Cleveland Clinic CO- physical distancing requirements. VID-19 Response Fund to help Fairview Hospital employees who are on the front lines of In addition to establishing its own emergency the pandemic. The grant will cover expenses like temporary housing for caregivers, many response fund, Community West joined as a voting of whom are staying away from home to reduce exposure to their families, gift cards for partner in the Greater Cleveland COVID-19 Rapid meals, and comfort stations. Access to these self-care resources will support them as they Response Fund to make emergency grants available care for current COVID-19 patients and prepare for any potential surge to come. to area non-profits. They also joined a similar col- Formerly known as the Fairview/Lutheran Foundation, Community West has been laborative being led by the Community Foundation supporting these Cleveland Clinic hospitals as well as many community non-profit agen- of Lorain County. cies since 1997. “Many people don’t know about our deep history with Fairview and Lu- “We need to be responding to community needs during this crisis. As a funder, that theran Hospitals,” said Marty Uhle, President and CEO of Community West Foundation. means providing as many grants as we can, as quickly as we can. Joining these larger com- “We are responding to COVID-19 emergency needs to support all of our partners during munity efforts allows us to leverage the giving power of many funders,” Marty commented. this crisis. Supporting Fairview Hospital is a no-brainer for us,” he said. Under the guidance of the Board of Directors, Community West has grown its giving “The gift from the Community West Foundation is significant and meaningful to us. exponentially over the past 20 years. In 2019, the foundation distributed $7M in grants. We are grateful for the foundation’s support of our Fairview Hospital caregivers at this time Community West Foundation staff and Board of Directors are guided by the words in when our caregivers are giving so selflessly to our community,” commented Lara Kalafatis, Matthew 25:40: “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and Chair, Cleveland Clinic Philanthropy Institute. sisters of mine, you did for me.” Since the pandemic struck, area non-profits are feeling the financial pressure that For more information, contact Community West Foundation at 440-360-7370 or visit comes with increased demand, volunteer shortage and canceled fundraising events due to CommunityWestFoundation.org. Westlake Police Happy Birthday Emmett! Make His Day! continued from page 1 On April 23, Westlake PD along with Westlake Fire and Ser- vice Departments came together to wish a brave cancer survivor and Westlake resident a Happy 3rd Birthday. See more photos on The Westlake Police Department Facebook page at facebook.com/WestlakePolice. Information courtesy of the Westlake Police Department. Romans 12:15: “Rejoice with those who rejoice…”

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Dozens of community members answered the call from the cities of Avon and Avon Lake to recognize our healthcare workers for “Heroes Night” on April 28 at Avon Hospital. It was a chance to give our health- care workers a 60-second standing ova- tion. We want to let our first respond- ers and healthcare workers know how much we appreciate their dedication to keeping us safe. Thank you for your support. The cities of Avon and Avon Lake asked residents to thank the healthcare workers at Avon Cleveland Clinic, UH St. John Medical Center, Mercy Health Lorain campus and Mercy Health Al- len, Oberlin for “Heroes Night”. Residents who couldn’t come to Dr. Rebecca Starck, President, the facilitie were encouraged to honor Avon Hospital thanked the community workers at the end of their driveways or for thier show of love and support. curbside. Page 8 - THE VILLAGER - May 7 - 13, 2020 Treat Your Home to a Pristine Clean PristineClean.com HOUSE • ROOF • CONCRETE Pristine Clean Features an Eco-Friendly Process 440-454-7041

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Deficiency Mike Fitch Named as Avon High Boys Private Suites Free Survey Varsity Basketball Coach The Avon Local Schools Board of Education recently approved the hiring of Michael Fitch, a long time teacher/coach in the school district and Avon High School graduate, (Class of 2004) as the new Head Boys Varsity Basketball Coach at Avon High School. Fitch has been a member of the math department at Avon High School for the past 11 years. He has coached basketball in Avon for 12 years, first year as a volunteer coach, then two years as Varsity Assistant Coach, and for the past nine year as the Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Coach. “We are excited to have Mike lead Avon basketball into a new era,” said Erich Frombach, Avon High School athletic director. “Our coach- ing staff has built a strong foundation and we look forward to the new opportunities for our student athletes moving forward. Mike is a great teacher and coach who is passionate about the game of basketball and has the students’ best in- terest at heart. He bleeds purple and gold.” Westbrook Place Nursing and Rehabilitation has PRIVATE MEDICAID In high school, Fitch was a four-year letter winner in basketball for the Avon Eagles. suites available for Long Term Care & Memory Support!!! He went on to attend Defiance College and played basketball his freshman year in college. He earned a bachelor’s degree in education from Defiance College and a master’s degree in education administration from Ashland University. “I have been proud to be part of Avon Basketball and the Avon community for 34 years,” said Fitch. “I am excited to have the opportunity to continue to grow the basketball program and be a positive force on a group of young men and their families. 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