January 2016 Newsletter Meet Our In-house Cooperative! Who is Agape s Cooperative? A group of like minded practitioners working hard to better serve your health and wellness needs! Chiropractic Care Massage/Ashiatsu Massage Reiki & Reflexology Acupuncture Nutrition & Wellness Take control of you r healt h & wellness!
Erin Norin Barefoot Remedies Massage and Wellness Erin has been apart of the healing community since 1995. She started her family business doing massage therapy while attending school for social work at Mt. St. Clare College in Clinton Iowa. But after graduating, she decided that massage and natural healing was her true calling. This decision afforded her the opportunity to travel extensively with her work. Over the years she s worked in Wisconsin, Colorado and Iowa. She even worked for a year onboard a cruise ship. Most recently she is apart of the Agape Therapy s Co-Op. She recently celebrated her 2 nd anniversary since joining the Agape team and says it s her favorite work-setting yet. She loves working in such a beautiful clinic and feels blessed to be part of such an effective team. Not only does she perform routine Massage Therapy she also specializes in Ashiatsu Massage. This involves the use of Erin s lower extremities to facilitate your healing. She is eager to help and is very caring. It is absolutely worth a conversation and meeting with her. For more information on Barefoot Remedies- Massage & Wellness Visit Erin s website www.barefootremedies.com Email Erin at erinnorin@gmail.com Call Erin at 319.504.8372 Located @ Agape s CF location 2
2 Sandy Praska Natural Touch Reflexology and Reiki Contact Sandy at: naturaltouchhealing7@gmail.com Located in Agape s Waterloo clinic What is Reiki? A healing technique based on the principle that the therapist can channel energy into the patient by means of touch, to activate the natural healing processes of the patient s body and restore physical and emotional wellbeing. Sandy s hometown is Spillville Iowa, home of Bily Clocks! Sandy is 1 of 5 siblings and her parents are still living in Spilliville. She and her husband Shawn have been married for 27 ½ years. They have 2 inside cats, Maxx and Chole and 1 outside cat, Slyvester. Sandy has been a Reiki practitioner and Reflexologist since 2007. Sandy is very excited to be part of the Agape team. She is also eager to spread the message about the healing modalities that are out there. Right now Sandy is available at the Agape clinic in Waterloo on Wednesday and Friday afternoons by appointment. This treatment feels like a wonderful glowing radiance that flows through and around you. Reiki treats the whole person including body, emotions, mind and spirit creating many beneficial effects that include relaxation and feelings of peace, security and well-being. What is Reflexology? Reflexology is the application of pressure to areas on the feet, hand and ears. Reflexology is generally relaxing and may be an effective way to alleviate stress. The theory behind reflexology is that these areas correspond to organs and systems of the body. Proponents believe that pressure applied to these areas affects the organs and benefits the person s health. Reflexologists use foot charts to guide them as they apply pressure to specific areas. Sometimes these practitioners use items, such as rubber balls, rubber bands and sticks of wood, to assist in their work. Practitioners of reflexology include chiropractors, physical therapists and massage therapists, among others. 3
Dr. Shufei Kime D.C. Acupuncture and Chiropractic Clinic of Iowa Dr. Shufei Kime, Doctor of Chiropractic, is experienced in acupuncture, chiropractic care, and nutrition wellness. Dr. Kime s patient s can expect an overall health assessment and a comprehensive plan tailored to fit their wellness needs. Dr. Kime is passionate in helping her patients feel better, look better, and perform better. Visit: http://accoi.net Contact: drkime@accoi.net 319.277.6006 Located: Agape s Waterloo Clinic Dr. Jen Jensen, Doctor of Chiropractic, earned her degree from Palmer School of Chiropractic in Davenport Iowa in 2001. She opened her own practice Worldwide Wellness Center in 2005 and has been apart of the Agape Cooperative for 4 years. Her office is located right inside Agape s main clinic in Cedar Falls. Dr. Jen says her favorite thing about being apart of the Co-op is all the specialty services Agape has to offer for patients to get well, she loves being apart of a team that has so much energy and that is very goal oriented. Although Dr. Jen treats anyone she specializes in women, children and athletes. She loves working with children because chiropractic care is very effective with kids and they get well very quickly. Dr. Jen says that a child s nervous system can respond very quickly to chiropractic care, it can help with ear infections, sleeping problems, colic and even bed wetting. Dr. Jen also specializes in Gonstead, a full spine chiropractic care technique. When Dr. Jen is not in the office she likes to spend time with her 8, 13, 16 year old daughters and her husband who she s been married to for 19 years. Dr. Jen also enjoys traveling, boating and going to chiropractic conferences to further her knowledge in the field. It s not about pain, it s about your life Dr. Jen Jensen D.C 319.830.9057 Located in Agape Downtown Cedar Falls Clinic Dr. Jennifer Jensen D.C. Worldwide Wellness Center
Spotlight on Rain Drop Massage Therapy The raindrop massage therapy technique combines unique, targeted massage and energy approaches with pure, authentic essential oils for a deeply harmonizing, rejuvenating, and relaxing experience. Raindrop therapy provides a revolutionary means of nurturing harmony physically, mentally, and emotionally. What are the benefits of Raindrop Technique? n Balance & Re-align the Energy Centers of the Body The combination of techniques brings electrical and structural alignment to the body. n Non-Manipulative Technique No manipulation as in chiropractic care is performed. The oils help support the body to come back into harmony by opening energy flow throughout the body. n Reduce Stress & Minor Anxiety Not only can the oils enhance positive emotions such as joy and happiness, but they can also help us release negative emotions that are subconsciously stored on a cellular level. n Eases Muscle Discomfort after Exercise Muscles that are tense and in minor discomfort due to exercise will benefit from this technique. n One Precaution Some oils can be hot oils and caution is taken with application. Call Agape: 277.3166 and ask for Britta Black Hawk County YMCA Swimsuit Drive The Blackhawk county YMCA Pirates Swim Team is holding a swimsuit drive to collect gently used or new swimsuits for underprivileged children in the Cedar Valley. The Pirates will accept swimsuits from now until March 31, 2016, then they will be distributed to children during the Y s Water Safety program. They have a goal of collecting 1000 suits. Donations can be turned in at the YMCA during business hours. CF Main Clinic 277.3166 Waterloo Clinic 833.9333 The Den Dike 404.7844 Key West, Black Hawk Village 277.3166 5