����� in business t TruCare Physical Therapy, owner Debbie Dieter-Barker and her staff truly care about their patients. TruCare focuses on the patient – and the healing process. “If you’ve never been to a physical therapist before, you really don’t know what to expect,” Debbie says. “The experience is different from clinic to clinic, and the difference is in the results.” Debbie invites anyone who has tried physical therapy without success: “Think of giving Debbie Dieter-Barker us a try. We use a holistic approach, incorporating general conditioning, flexibility, balance, and strengthening in order to address the root cause of an injury, rather than just treat the symptoms.” This out-patient, orthopedic therapy center is recommended by many physicians and past patients. Working one-on-one with patients, TruCare’s dedicated team of physical therapists has been the driving force behind hundreds of success stories. Debbie’s staff strives for clinical expertise through continuing education and advanced certifications including kinesiotaping and orthopedics. Even patients who have been advised to pursue a painful recovery process have tried TruCare and found relief without pain, Debbie notes. TruCare works with post-operative patients and those who have sprains, strains, breaks, and back or neck pain. Individuals with balance issues, and are at risk for a fall, have also had success at TruCare. While referrals come from general practitioners and orhopedists, Debbie says patients no longer need a referral. “If a patient comes to us without a referral and needs more testing, we can refer him or her to a doctor,” Debbie explains. TruCare also cares about the community, and supports local events and contributes to area charities. “We are part of the community,” Debbie asserts. Her staff has been working as a team for six years in Bergen County, and moved to 700 C Lake Street in Ramsey on Jan. 1. Visit TruCarePhysicalTherapy.com or call (201) 962-7454. October 10, 2012 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 27 A TruCare Physical Therapy Home Helpers Senior Care makes life easier! Link office. Kristin has lived in Allendale for 15 years and Terry has been a Bergen County resident for 47 years. Both women take great pride in lending a helping hand to local families by offering support to seniors, those needing recuperative or continuing care, and those facing lifelong challenges. Kristin was inspired to go into the home care business after caring for her mother during an Home Helpers extensive illness. She experienced how difficult it was to care for a parent while juggling her own family and career. She also saw friends and family struggle to find quality home care for their aging loved ones. Terry has been in the healthcare industry for over 30 years, and has spent 26 years in the home care industry. She has extensive experience with nursing homes, hospitals, and home care agencies throughout Bergen County. Home Helpers helps individuals live their way in the comfort of their own homes! From a few hours a week to 24/7 care, Home Helpers tailors a personalized plan to fit your lifestyle with the flexibility to change as your needs change. Their no-obligation, face-to-face meeting in the client’s home allows them to better understand your needs and expectations to ensure a compatible caregiver match. Services include companion care, meal preparation, medication reminders, bathing and toileting assistance, transportation, food shopping, errands, laundry, engaging in activities, and much more. All caregivers are screened, background checked, and bonded for your safety. Terry and Kristin are intimately involved in the hiring and placing of a caregiver into a client’s home to ensure a good match. They work closely with clients and believe in caring for all as if they were part of their own families. The owners’ passion and attention to detail is evident in the high quality of care they offer. Rest assured that you and your loved ones will receive excellent care and companionship with Home Helpers. Call (201) 236-6333 or visit www.ramseyhomecare.com. Terry Kristin Shute theand& Direct McIndoe are owners of the local Home Helpers inda Bocchino welcomes the community to Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming, the enterprise she opened with her husband Ed in mid-September. Based at 57 West Allendale Avenue, Woof Gang Bakery’s Allendale store is the company’s first location north of Raleigh, North Carolina. “We offer the best in pet care and the highest quality products at competitive prices,” Linda explains. Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Allendale specializes in healthy, natural pet foods and treats, including hypoallergenic, wheat-free, and grainfree selections. The store offers a variety of pet goods, toys, collars, and leads. They also carry pet grooming products, flea prevention products, and nutritional supplements. Linda explained that she set out to create a caring, safe, and welcoming environment she had sought when Miss Bella, her English bulldog, needed attention. After seeking information at some of the chain pet stores, Linda saw the need for a communitybased store that would provide personalized service and a warm, friendly atmosphere. “We help educate pet owners,” she adds. Woof Gang Bakery Allendale also offers professional and self-service pet grooming. The store’s full-service spa provides baths, nail trims, minigrooms, and many additional spa services. The groomer/pet stylists have a high level of experience with all breeds. Cage-free grooming is available and Woof Gang’s staff will call when the lucky canine is ready to be picked up. For self-serve grooming, L Welcome to Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming they provide a professional tub, shampoos, and towels for drying. This allows customers to use the store’s amenities and leave the mess behind. Linda and Ed are graduates of Ramsey High School and currently reside in Wyckoff. The two are committed to “giving back,” because they understand that their success in business is a byproduct of what they do for their community. Their local family business caters to friends and neighbors. Woof Gang Bakery supports local rescue shelters by hosting pet adoption days, fundraising events, and Yappy Hours. “For both our two- and four-legged customers, our number one focus is on creating a customer experience second to none,” Linda notes. Special order requests are welcome and delivery service to local homes, hotels, and businesses is available. Ask about the customer loyalty program. The store will host pet parties and meet-up groups. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Professional grooming is available Monday through Saturday and self-groom is open 7 days a week. Linda and Ed are the area franchise developers for Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming in New Jersey and New York. For more information about the store, or about franchise opportunities, call (201) 236-9663 (WOOF) or visit http://woofgangbakery. com. You can also ‘LIKE’ them at facebook.com/ woofgangbakeryallendale. From left to right: Nickie LeSalle – Pres. Allendale Chamber of Commerce, Vince Berra – Mayor, Linda Bocchino and Ed Bocchino