Professional Services

Investing In Your Future

Raymond James Article by Susan Baldani | Photography by Raymond James When people talk about investing, their main priority is usually the financial security that this money can bring later in life. But, what about the fun and entertainment that money can also provide after retirement, such as traveling the world, buying a vacation home, maybe a sleek sports car, or other items on your bucket list?  "Once people get through all the heavy lifting – buying a home, putting their kids through...

Health + Wellness

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

How Hyperbaric Therapy Can Help Auto Accident VictimsAuto accidents are often traumatic experiences that can lead to a wide range of physical and emotional injuries. For many victims, the healing process can be long and challenging. Traditional treatments such as medication, physical therapy, and surgery are common, but there is a growing interest in alternative therapies that can accelerate recovery. One such treatment gaining attention is hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT). This article explores...

Home + Design

Open House

15440 Windmill Pointe Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Kim Rensberg Late architect Louis Kamper, described as one of the most impactful designers in Detroit, has built many structures throughout the area. Two of his most well-known projects are the Italian Renaissance-style Book Building constructed in 1917, and the incredible Book Tower built in 1926. In 1923, he went on to design the 33-story Book Cadillac Hotel, which at the time was the tallest hotel in the world, according to...

Arts + Culture

Home Away From Home

Interview with Malea Tipton Photography by Photos provided by Ford House   As Communications and Public Relations Manager at Ford House, Malea Tipton manages the Organization’s digital presence and oversees media relations and public outreach. In January, she celebrated her third work anniversary. Needless to say, she loves what she does.  Question 1: What is your favorite part of the job and why? I love my job because of the creative freedom it gives me to promote and share all the...

Health + Wellness

Red-Light Therapy

Why Red Light Therapy Can Help in the Winter Months?As the cold months set in, many of us experience the seasonal challenges that come with winter: shorter days, reduced sunlight, and a general sense of fatigue. For some, this time of year brings seasonal affective disorder (SAD), lower energy levels, dry skin, and even muscle aches. While there are a number of ways to address these issues, red light therapy is a natural and effective option that can offer numerous health benefits throughout the...

Beauty

Art of the Eye

Pointe Vision Article by Margaret Carroll Sally Jessy Raphael did for eyeglasses what Dorothy did for shoes in The Wizard of Oz , taking the most humble element of any wardrobe and elevating it to a statement about the wearer, who we are and what we stand for. Sally, whose tabloid TV talk show ran for 20 years beginning in 1983, is known for her oversized red-framed glasses. Her personal trademark began by accident. She had trouble reading the teleprompter during her first broadcast news job...

Arts + Culture

Local Artists' Perspective

Will Schippert Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Kim Rensburg While some artists find a niche and stick to it, Will Schippert of Grosse Pointe is constantly evolving and trying new things. "Sometimes it isn't just the composition itself but the evolution of the trees or the rocks in the paintings," he says.    Will loves the freedom of being able to look at something and then change it according to what his brain wants to see. "Sometimes things aren't as beautiful as you want them to...

Health + Wellness

Aging & Cosmetic Dentistry

Advanced Dentistry Article by Sue Baldani Have the desire to look and feel younger? Instead of going to a plastic surgeon or an aesthetician, make an appointment with a cosmetic dentist. "Full-mouth rehabilitation not only gives patients a beautiful smile, but it gives them the lip support, the cheek support, and the facial support that smooths out wrinkles on the face," says  Dr. Jeffrey Haddad of Rochester Advanced Dentistry in Rochester.  Many people, he explains, don't realize that...

Health + Wellness

Health & Wellness

Advice by ICRYO Article by Sue Baldani Working as an ICU nurse during COVID inspired Kristen Giancola of Grosse Pointe Farms to become more health conscious and focus on preventative and holistic medicine. "I felt that if my patients had just had some intervention 20 or 30 years prior, maybe they wouldn't have ended up in the ICU," she says. "So, I really wanted to work on solutions for what we all could do to stay healthy instead of trying to treat our illnesses later." Initially, she and...

Health + Wellness

Chiropractic Care

Grosse Pointe Spine Center Article by Margaret Carroll Ancient wisdom foretold what modern imaging technology has since confirmed:  the spine is the key to wellness. "If you would seek health, look first to the spine," Socrates said some 2400 years ago. An old Chinese proverb maintains you are as old as your spine. Or, to quote many a concerned spouse, "What were you thinking?”   Anyone who has worked up a sweat shoveling wet snow, or hoisted a mini-fridge while double-parked outside their...