Arbor Research Collaborative for Health conducts major studies in epidemiology and public health. Since 1997, we have engaged in national and international health outcomes research related to chronic disease and end-stage organ failure, with expertise in biostatistical analysis, clinical practice, health economics, public policy, database management and integration, and project coordination.

Arbor Research promotes a diverse and ever expanding research portfolio, supported by a staff of more than 90. Our researchers and staff members within each program area are positioned to promote the growth of both existing and new projects.  Our program areas include:

The Dialysis Outcomes and Practice Patterns Study (DOPPS) Program, a collection of international studies designed to identify best practices for treating patients with chronic kidney failure,

The Health Policy & Practice Program, which works with policy-makers to improve the quality and efficiency of treatment for patients with chronic disease, and

The Data Coordinating Centers & Transplant Research Program, which conducts large multi-center research studies by drawing together multi-disciplinary team of clinicians, biostatisticians, project managers, analysts, clinical monitors, project support personnel, and medical editors.

To learn more information about Arbor Research please go to www.arborresearch.org

Ashish Joshi is the Managing Partner of Lorandos Joshi, a boutique litigation firm with global capabilities serving a broad spectrum of legal needs for individuals, families and businesses.

Ashish has been admitted to practice law in several jurisdictions including Michigan, New York, Washington D.C., and Gujarat, India. Ashish’s practice focuses on business and commercial litigation, Intellectual Property litigation, White Collar criminal defense, Employment litigation, cross-border litigation, and doing business or resolving disputes in India or with Indian businesses. Ashish can be reached at a.joshi@lorandoslaw.com

It has been nearly a year since the grand opening of the School of Rock Ann Arbor and a lot has definitely happened. Our year began with a Chamber ribbon cutting and several students to an ever increasing group of aspiring artists. It has already been a great start and we are confident that even better times are yet to come. Our performance group which consists of students 8 years old to 17 got out and played shows at Mash, Jackson Road Car Cruise, Foggy Bottom, Dexter Daze and Ann Arbors own Derby Dimes, as well as an unforgettable afternoon at the Hard Rock Cafe Detroit among others.  It has been encouraging how our students have been received by the community at all of the venues. We invite you to come see what makes the School of Rock different from many other music schools.

Denise is currently the Director of Marketing and Business Development for Briarwood Mall, a Simon mall.  Responsibilities include building relationships, promoting Briarwood Mall and its community, hosting community events, raising funds for the Simon Youth Foundation, implementing programs, ensuring ongoing media awareness and to ensuring an enjoyable experience to our guests at Briarwood Mall.  Many events that Denise has brought to Ann Arbor through the mall platform include the Color Vibe 5K, Boo Bash, Santa’s House Warming Party, Indulge Mom’s Nite Out and the Arts Alliance Music Marathon on Black Friday.  Outside of Briarwood Mall, Denise has volunteered on the Ann Arbor Public Policy Committee, and served on the committee for the Winter Classic Puck Drop.  She has also served on the Cornerstone Development Committee in Southfield under Brenda Lawrence, and served on the Troy School District Facilities Study.  She has been involved in the real estate industry for twenty-three years in various aspects including property management, sales, leasing, and marketing and is a broker.  Denise has been working at Briarwood Mall for the past eight years.  She graduated from Oakland University, is married with two children, and currently lives in Saline. For fun, she is currently writing a blog denisediningonadime.com to feature wholesome foods and alternative low-cost dishes minimizing processing and featuring local sourced foods.

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC) is one of the nation’s largest diversified financial services organizations with assets of $320 billion. PNC, operating primarily in 19 states and the District of Columbia, provides retail and business banking; residential mortgage banking; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. Locally, PNC has 10 branches located in Washtenaw County.

Through executive leadership, strategic investments and employee volunteerism, PNC is helping to build strong communities and create financial opportunities for individuals, families and businesses.

° Community Development: PNC boosts the quality of life in neighborhoods through affordable housing, economic revitalization and customized financial solutions.

° PNC Grow Up Great: A $350 million, multi-year, bilingual school readiness initiative that began in 2004 and has benefitted more than 1.75 million at-risk children from birth to age 5. Through the program, PNC provides innovative opportunities that assist families, educators and community partners to enhance children’s learning and development.

° Environmental Responsibility: PNC’s commitment to environmentally friendly business practices during the past decade has enabled us to lower costs, increase efficiency and improve communities. PNC has more newly constructed, LEED-certified green buildings than any company on Earth.

 

 

 

 

Faye Molitor

Faye Co-Owns the business and is the Director of Operations for Senior Helpers Ann Arbor and Adrian. Having cared for both of her parents through the end of their lives understands the importance of the services that Senior Helpers provides and is passionate about helping others.  Faye manages both offices, assesses clients and works with caregivers.  In addition Faye is involved with the Washtenaw County Elder Abuse coalition to raise awareness.

Sheila Doeden

As a Co-Owner of Senior Helpers, Sheila works with other community partners on educating the public about services for Seniors. 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 is a Member of the Michigan Home Health Association and Chair of their Private Duty Committee. She has a Bachelor’s Degree from Eastern Michigan University in Health Administration

Ashley Whitman

As a Client Care Coordinator for Senior Helpers, Ashley manages all client and caregiver schedules. She maintains communication with their caregivers to arrange quality services and care for their clients. She also assists with communicating with their clients’ families, so they can feel confident when entrusting the care of their loved ones into their hands.

University Bank is a locally owned and managed Community Bank.  We focus on listening & responding to our community’s true needs and providing the highest level of service.  Some of our Community Banking specialties include accounts receivable, SBA and commercial real estate lending for businesses, lending services for non-profits and the widest variety of residential real estate lending options of any local bank.  Underwriting decisions on residential and commercial loans and can be made in 24 hours, a unique capability not available at any other area bank.

Ann Arbor-based University Bancorp, which is stock exchange listed under symbol UNIB, owns 100% of University Bank which, together with its subsidiaries, holds and manages a total of over $16 billion in loans and assets and our 329 employees make us the 9th largest bank based in Michigan.  Founded in 1890, University Bank® is proud to have been selected as the “Community Bankers of the Year” by American Banker  magazine and as the recipient of the American Bankers Association’s Community Bank Award.  University Bank is a Member FDIC.

Please contact us today if you want to start a relationship with a community bank you can make your own for life!

University Bank: 2015 Washtenaw Avenue, Ann Arbor MI

Phone: (734) 741-5858

Web: www.university-bank.com

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January is National Mentoring Month!  Who was your mentor?  Did you know that a child who has a mentor is 55% more likely to apply to college then one that did not!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washtenaw County is the only one-to-one professionally supported mentoring organization in Washtenaw County.  We have over 100 years of proven, historical, and evaluative data on the impact of mentoring.  Big Brothers Big Sisters has been in Washtenaw County since 1991 under the umbrella of HelpSource and became an independent nonprofit in 2007.  Currently we serve 400 local children but still have 200 children on a waitlist.  With YOUR help we can reduce that number.

Would you like to learn even more about BBBS, how to be a mentor and how you can get involved?  Please join us for one of our Discover YOUR BBBS events at our own office.  You will enjoy a light lunch or breakfast while hearing about our organization.  The next events are: January 23^rd at Noon, February 11^th at 10:00 a.m. and March 19^th at Noon.  Email Monica Brancheau at monica.brancheau@bbbswashtenaw.org if you would like to attend.

Visit our website at www.bbbswashtenaw.org for more information.

The Scrap Box is a tax exempt 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to promote creativity and sustainability by providing inexpensive recycled materials and teaching eco-friendly ways to recycle. We offer visits for school field trips, scout workshops, birthdays in addition to shopping for unique materials ideally suited to the creative temperament. We are located on the south side of Ann Arbor an are open to the public with regular business hours. All are welcome and encouraged to stop-by!

Big George’s Home Appliance Mart is a local Ann Arbor family-owned business since 1959, providing our customers with a wide selection of Home Appliances, Home Theaters, Mattresses, Fireplaces & Outdoor Grills. Our purpose is to exceed your expectations through competitive pricing, personable service and a positive shopping experience. Our local delivery team is courteous and efficient, and delivers your order in a timely manner with minimal disruption to your valuable time and schedule. We are extremely proud of the number of repeat and referred customer relationships our knowledgeable sales staff have developed and look forward to help satisfying your family’s home shopping needs in the future. Stop by our showroom for the complete Big George’s experience at 2023 West Stadium Blvd. one mile west of the Big House or shop our huge selection online at big-georges.com.