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For decades, bathtubs have been a standard feature in homes, but for many seniors or people with mobility concerns, stepping over that ledge can be difficult. The risk of falling is real, and the fear of injury can make something as routine as bathing an anxiety-inducing task.New Bath Today helps transform bathrooms into safe, accessible, and stylish spaces with walk-in showers and tub-to-shower conversions. For customers like Larry, Judy, and Brooke, a new shower wasn’t just an upgrade—it was...

Fitness

Keeping It Personal

How Better Bodies' Focus on Personal Training Ensures Success Article and Photography by Amy Adams According to the International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association (IHRSA), about 12 percent of gym memberships begin in January, making it the peak month for people to sign up. However, research also shows that a large portion of these members tend to drop off within the next few months. “Gyms know that the majority of people won’t come in after January or February,” says Better Bodies...

Life + Culture

It's All About LOVE

At The LOVE Pet Project, LOVE Means Learning, Outreach and Veterinary Efforts Article by Amy Adams | Photography by Stacy Able Most of you probably remember what you were doing in March of 2020 when the world first shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Denise Katz is no different.  “Just for fun, I started an animal shelter in my garage,” the doctor of veterinary medicine says. “My background is as a shelter vet. I needed something to do, and I wanted to help animals, specifically...

Style + Beauty

Eye of the Beholder

Alternate View Reframes Eye Care As Self Care, Relaxing and Enjoyable Article by Amy Adams | Photography by Brianna Richardson Photography In December, doors in Carmel City Center opened to an innovative concept for vision care and beyond. Alternate View is the brainchild of Mollie Tavel Kaback, who, several years ago, began researching what people want and need when it comes to their eyes and the skin around them.  “The idea throughout the research is what is manifested today: ‘Eye care...

Style + Beauty

Let's Make It Permanent

Beyond Aesthetics, SkinWorks Indy Wants to Help People Create Lasting Memories And Love The Skin They're In Article by Amy Adams When it comes to Valentine’s Day, people are often looking for creative gift ideas that will last. SkinWorks Indy has you covered.  From aesthetics to maintenance-free makeup and tiny tattoos, Andrea Noto and Mady Frese, a mother-daughter team, want to help clients create lasting memories. In addition, newly offered paramedical tattooing can help people gain...

Food + Beverage

A Sweet Business

At Xchocol'Art, Joann Hofer Blends the Flavors of the World in Her Delectable Creations Article by Amy Adams | Photography by Paola Williams Photography and Provided You pass a small alleyway in the Carmel Arts & Design District. A rich, earthy aroma carrying sweet hints of vanilla wafts past you. Suddenly, you find yourself drawn into the alley and transported to a narrow street in Milan or Vienna. You see a set of French doors with one simple word above them — Chocolate. Xchocol’Art was...

Home Services

The Healing Power of Water

Imagine sinking into a warm bath after a long, stressful day. Your muscles loosen, your mind quiets, and the world fades away. It’s not just indulgence—it’s a form of therapy.For centuries, water has been revered for its healing properties, from ancient Roman baths to modern hydrotherapy. And in today’s hectic world, where self-care often takes a backseat, bath time is a refreshingly simple way to hit pause and reconnect with yourself.Whether you’re soothing achy muscles or finding mental calm...

Fitness

Fitness Myths: Debunked!

Ozwell Fitness Separates Fact From Fiction Article by Laura Harris | Photography by Brianna Richardson Photography Ozwell Fitness is about more than breaking a sweat—it’s about breaking barriers.  “What initially inspired me to pursue this concept was the growing importance of proper recovery,” owner Gemi Ozdemir says. “Yet there never seemed to be enough time in the day to make it all happen. I also noticed that workouts were becoming increasingly fragmented, and I recognized the need to...

Wellness

Dealing With the Darker Days of Winter

Why We Experience Seasonal Sadness and How to Survive and Thrive Article by Amy Adams | Photography by Brianna Richardson Photography The “winter blues” can be common among Midwesterners. According to Kayla Beier, owner of Endurance Mental Health in Carmel, the shorter days and fewer hours of sunlight in winter disrupt our normal Circadian rhythms. This causes less of the “feel good” chemicals like serotonin to be produced in our bodies and more sedating chemicals like melatonin to be...

Wellness

Seasonal Eating for Winter Wellness

Choosing Nutrient-Rich Foods to Boost Your Health Article by Kelly Riley   As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, winter invites us to slow down and turn inward. While it’s easy to reach for comfort foods that may leave us feeling sluggish, eating seasonally and mindfully can keep us energized and resilient throughout the colder months.  Eating seasonally isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a way to align our diets with our natural circadian rhythm, providing our bodies with exactly what...