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Dear Altivitas Community,
 

Welcome to our July blog!
 

As we move into another exciting month, we're delighted to continue sharing updates, practical insights, upcoming events, and holistic wellness tips to help keep our community connected, informed, and inspired. This newsletter has become a wonderful way for us to stay connected and share everything happening at Altivitas.
 

We also want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our clients and community members for supporting our mission. Altivitas would not be what it is today without you. To those who have been with us from the beginning, thank you for your continued trust and support. And to those who have joined us more recently, welcome—we're so grateful you're here and look forward to being part of your wellness journey.


Warmly,

The Altivitas Team

Studio Classes Now Available

Pilates - with Cara Scinto |  Wednesdays 9:30 - 10:30 am   

Core & More is a mat-based Pilates class designed to strengthen your entire body through mindful movement and breath. Each session focuses on core stability, flexibility, posture, and full-body strength. Class size is limited to just 10 participants, creating a personalized and intimate experience for every client.


$30 per class

Strength Training - with Barbara Blackwell

Monday & Thursday  4:00 - 4:45 pm

Coming soon!

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Physical Therapy Spotlight

Perfect for both acute and chronic aches and pains, and to restore functional mobility by addressing postural and musculoskeletal imbalances to bring the body to alignment. Each visit starts with a comprehensive assessment to discover areas of dysfunction.  Corrective treatments include but are not limited to muscle energy techniques, myofascial release, and soft tissue mobilization, as well as self-care exercises to maintain your progress. Red light therapy is available as an add-on service to promote healing and reduce pain.

Because better movement leads to a better life. Whether you're recovering from an injury, dealing with aches and pains, or looking to improve your mobility, our physical therapist is here to help you move and feel your best.

Introducing Laura Howard & Homeopathy to Altivitas

Laura is a Homeopathic Consultant with 14+ years’ experience applying classical homeopathy, lifestyle assessment, and lifestyle coaching to manage and heal from chronic and acute conditions for people and pets.

 

Using holistic treatment planning to support long-term wellness, she is a huge advocate that food is medicine, and the body can heal itself if given the right conditions.

 

Having overcome herself's significant “chronic health issues” with Naturopathic Medicine, she has a wealth of knowledge and is eager to help others do the same.

Homeopathy is a gentle, individualized approach that focuses on the whole person rather

than a diagnosis alone. While it differs from conventional medical treatments, many people choose to explore homeopathy as part of a broader wellness plan. Our role is not to replace necessary medical care, but to provide an additional option for those seeking a more holistic, personalized approach to health and well-being.

At Altivitas, we continue to expand the ways we support healing. We believe healthcare should not only address symptoms, but also seek to understand and support the underlying causes of imbalance. Homeopathy aligns with our commitment to personalized, root-cause-focused care, serving as another tool to support the body's innate capacity for healing.
 

Did You Know? Your Insurance May Reimburse Certain Self-Pay Services

Many insurance plans include out-of-network benefits that may help reimburse you for eligible self-pay services. Depending on your individual plan, services such as nutrition counseling, physical therapy, and other qualifying wellness services may be eligible for reimbursement.
 

How it works:

  1. Contact your insurance company before your appointment and ask:

    • Do I have out-of-network benefits?

    • Is this service eligible for reimbursement?

    • What documentation is required to submit a claim?

  2. Schedule your appointment and pay for your self-pay service at the time of your visit.

  3. Request a superbill from our office. A superbill is an itemized receipt that includes the information your insurance company may require to process your claim.

  4. Submit the superbill to your insurance company for possible reimbursement based on your out-of-network benefits.
     

Because every insurance plan is different, reimbursement cannot be guaranteed. We're happy to provide a superbill and answer questions about the process.

Check out this Recipe:
Watermelon Basil Salad with Feta

Watermelon provides lyocopene for heart and skin health, feta brings the protein and calcium to support muscles and bones, and basil (a member of the mint family) supplies both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Perfect summer fare!

Ingredients

  • 6 cups seedless watermelon - cut into 1 inch cubes, 3 ½ pounds seedless watermelon (rind removed

  • ½ cup fresh basil - cut into thin strips, reserve some for garnish

  • 4 oz feta cheese - cut into chunks, about 1 cup (reserve some for garnish)

  • Coarse salt and ground pepper

Dressing:

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice - freshly squeezed

  • 1 ½ tablespoons honey

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Make the dressing:

  • In a small bowl, combine lime juice, honey, olive oil, and salt (to taste)

Watermelon-Feta-Basil-Salad-featured-image.jpg

Make the salad:

  • When cutting basil chiffonade style, which is very pretty, stack a few basil leaves and roll into a tight cylinder; with a sharp knife, slice crosswise into thin ribbons.

  • In a large bowl, combine the cubes of watermelon, basil, and feta squares. Add salt and pepper and gently toss (don’t break apart the watermelon).

  • Pour the mixture onto a serving plate. Drizzle with the dressing, and scatter with a garnish of cheese and basil on top. Serve!

  • You can serve this salad cold or at room temp.

Upcoming Events

July 2nd

Foundations of Nourishment
Focus on Meal Planning

With our abundant food choices and equal amounts of conflicting information, healthy eating can seem overwhelming. We will explore foods to support optimal health, as well as create meal plans that work for you.

July 14th

Lyme Disease
Awareness & Prevention
What Everyone Should Know

Join us for an informative community health event led by Taylor Hellstrom, Primary Care Provider, focused on Lyme disease awareness, prevention, early detection, and treatment.

July 16th

Exercise your Options
Make Fitness Fit You

Exercise supports a healthy body and actively prevents disease throughout our lives, but it can be hard to maintain a consistent practice or even know what exercises to do. Join our Physical Therapist, Barbara, to learn how to plan a fitness program that you will follow through with. 

Thank you for being a part of our community. Together, we're creating new opportunities for growth and meaningful impact. We look forward to sharing more updates, insights, and successes with you in the months ahead.

With gratitude,
The Altivitas Team

ELEVATE

Monthly

Dear Altivitas Community,
 

Welcome to our August blog!
 

As we welcome August, we hope everyone is enjoying a happy, healthy summer. We’re excited to share the latest updates, upcoming events, practical insights, and holistic wellness tips from Altivitas.

​

We’re so grateful to our clients and community members for your continued trust and support. Whether you’ve been with us from the beginning or have recently joined our community, thank you for being part of Altivitas. We look forward to continuing to support you throughout the rest of the summer and beyond.

​

Warmly,
The Altivitas Team

Studio Classes Now Available

Pilates - with Cara Scinto |  Wednesdays 9:30 - 10:30 am   

Core & More is a mat-based Pilates class designed to strengthen your entire body through mindful movement and breath. Each session focuses on core stability, flexibility, posture, and full-body strength. Class size is limited to just 10 participants, creating a personalized and intimate experience for every client.


$30 per class

Strength Training - with Barbara Blackwell

Monday & Thursday  4:00 - 4:45 pm

Coming soon!

IMG_1418.HEIC
IMG_1417.HEIC

Physical Therapy Spotlight

Perfect for both acute and chronic aches and pains, and to restore functional mobility by addressing postural and musculoskeletal imbalances to bring the body to alignment. Each visit starts with a comprehensive assessment to discover areas of dysfunction.  Corrective treatments include but are not limited to muscle energy techniques, myofascial release, and soft tissue mobilization, as well as self-care exercises to maintain your progress. Red light therapy is available as an add-on service to promote healing and reduce pain.

Because better movement leads to a better life. Whether you're recovering from an injury, dealing with aches and pains, or looking to improve your mobility, our physical therapist is here to help you move and feel your best.

Introducing Laura Howard & Homeopathy to Altivitas

Laura is a Homeopathic Consultant with 14+ years’ experience applying classical homeopathy, lifestyle assessment, and lifestyle coaching to manage and heal from chronic and acute conditions for people and pets.

 

Using holistic treatment planning to support long-term wellness, she is a huge advocate that food is medicine, and the body can heal itself if given the right conditions.

 

Having overcome herself's significant “chronic health issues” with Naturopathic Medicine, she has a wealth of knowledge and is eager to help others do the same.

Homeopathy is a gentle, individualized approach that focuses on the whole person rather

than a diagnosis alone. While it differs from conventional medical treatments, many people choose to explore homeopathy as part of a broader wellness plan. Our role is not to replace necessary medical care, but to provide an additional option for those seeking a more holistic, personalized approach to health and well-being.

At Altivitas, we continue to expand the ways we support healing. We believe healthcare should not only address symptoms, but also seek to understand and support the underlying causes of imbalance. Homeopathy aligns with our commitment to personalized, root-cause-focused care, serving as another tool to support the body's innate capacity for healing.
 

Did You Know? Your Insurance May Reimburse Certain Self-Pay Services

Many insurance plans include out-of-network benefits that may help reimburse you for eligible self-pay services. Depending on your individual plan, services such as nutrition counseling, physical therapy, and other qualifying wellness services may be eligible for reimbursement.
 

How it works:

  1. Contact your insurance company before your appointment and ask:

    • Do I have out-of-network benefits?

    • Is this service eligible for reimbursement?

    • What documentation is required to submit a claim?

  2. Schedule your appointment and pay for your self-pay service at the time of your visit.

  3. Request a superbill from our office. A superbill is an itemized receipt that includes the information your insurance company may require to process your claim.

  4. Submit the superbill to your insurance company for possible reimbursement based on your out-of-network benefits.
     

Because every insurance plan is different, reimbursement cannot be guaranteed. We're happy to provide a superbill and answer questions about the process.

Check out this Recipe:
Watermelon Basil Salad with Feta

Watermelon provides lyocopene for heart and skin health, feta brings the protein and calcium to support muscles and bones, and basil (a member of the mint family) supplies both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Perfect summer fare!

Ingredients

  • 6 cups seedless watermelon - cut into 1 inch cubes, 3 ½ pounds seedless watermelon (rind removed

  • ½ cup fresh basil - cut into thin strips, reserve some for garnish

  • 4 oz feta cheese - cut into chunks, about 1 cup (reserve some for garnish)

  • Coarse salt and ground pepper

Dressing:

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice - freshly squeezed

  • 1 ½ tablespoons honey

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Make the dressing:

  • In a small bowl, combine lime juice, honey, olive oil, and salt (to taste)

Watermelon-Feta-Basil-Salad-featured-image.jpg

Make the salad:

  • When cutting basil chiffonade style, which is very pretty, stack a few basil leaves and roll into a tight cylinder; with a sharp knife, slice crosswise into thin ribbons.

  • In a large bowl, combine the cubes of watermelon, basil, and feta squares. Add salt and pepper and gently toss (don’t break apart the watermelon).

  • Pour the mixture onto a serving plate. Drizzle with the dressing, and scatter with a garnish of cheese and basil on top. Serve!

  • You can serve this salad cold or at room temp.

Upcoming Events

July 2nd

Foundations of Nourishment
Focus on Meal Planning

With our abundant food choices and equal amounts of conflicting information, healthy eating can seem overwhelming. We will explore foods to support optimal health, as well as create meal plans that work for you.

July 14th

Lyme Disease
Awareness & Prevention
What Everyone Should Know

Join us for an informative community health event led by Taylor Hellstrom, Primary Care Provider, focused on Lyme disease awareness, prevention, early detection, and treatment.

July 16th

Exercise your Options
Make Fitness Fit You

Exercise supports a healthy body and actively prevents disease throughout our lives, but it can be hard to maintain a consistent practice or even know what exercises to do. Join our Physical Therapist, Barbara, to learn how to plan a fitness program that you will follow through with. 

Thank you for being a part of our community. Together, we're creating new opportunities for growth and meaningful impact. We look forward to sharing more updates, insights, and successes with you in the months ahead.

With gratitude,
The Altivitas Team

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