20 NOVEMBER 2018 By Robin Sewell Merriam Webster defines driven as very determined to succeed. That in a nutshell definitively describes the 2018 Phoenix Heart Ball Chairperson, Carolyn Jackson and hence why she is so passionate about making “Driven Hearts” this year’s Heart Ball theme. “When I searched for an adjective that would describe every member of our committee and the philanthropic community, the word driven immediately came to mind,” said Carolyn. “There is no one on the Heart Ball committee who is accepting of mediocrity.” For 59 years, the Heart Ball’s mission has always been to win the fight against heart disease and stroke. As a result, they have raised more than 35 million dollars supporting cutting edge r e s e a r ch , l i fe s av i ng education and prevention programs for improved health. In fact, back in 1959, the year of the first Heart Ba l l , r e s e a r ch for pacemakers, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and bypass surgery was only just getting under way. Today with the help of funds raised by the Heart Ball, we now have the Halle Heart Children’s Museum in Tempe, the only hands-on museum of its kind that helps educate Arizona kids on heart disease prevention and how to make healthy lifestyle choices. We also have defibrillators in schools and ongoing programs that teach adults how to recognize the signs of a heart attack and stroke. “I’ve lost far too many family members to heart attack and stroke, both in my actual family and my extended Barrett-Jackson family,” said Carolyn. “Through serving on the committee, I obtained great knowledge that I shared with my father and his doctors which helped us determine that he had Atrial Fibrillation.” Thanks to her marketing background, she knew the engine that could help slam the breaks on heart disease was the world famous Barrett Jackson car collector’s auction, started more than 45 years ago by her husband Craig’s father and his friend and business partner. Carolyn has been using the Barrett Jackson platform to spread awareness about heart disease, and people from all over the country are coming to support the cause. One of her favorite stories she shared with me was of Charmaigne and Darrell Pullen. They were watching the Scottsdale Barrett Jackson Auction on television from their home in Kentucky and saw a special Corvette being auctioned in honor of a man who died of a heart attack. The proceeds from the auction were being donated to the A m e r i c a n H e a r t Association. Turns out, Darrell not only owned an identical car but he had lost both his parents to heart related issues and his brother had suffered four strokes. “Within just days of our Scottsdale auction, Darrell and his wife Charmaigne flew to Scottsdale from Kentucky, walked into the Barrett-Jackson headquarters, and handed us the title of their Corvette asking us to auction their car for the American Heart Association,” Carolyn said. “It was a completely unexpected and unbelievably generous gesture that had us all in tears.” There have been many tears shed as more and more people touched by this disease are finding ways not only to connect with each other but by finding unique and out of the box ways to contribute. You could say that everyone is in some way driven. Driven to educate, driven to give back, and driven to cross the ultimate finish line, a cure for our broken hearts. — Robin Sewell is the host and executive producer of the Emmy Award winning Arizona Highways Television. Driven Hearts and the philanthropic community, the word The annual Greater Phoenix Heart Ball will be held on Saturday, November 17. When I searched for an adjective that would describe every member of our committee and the philanthropic community, the word driven immediately came to mind.” 4454 East Thomas Rd. | Phoenix, AZ 85018 602.508.0800 | liwindow.com *Manufacturer’s mail-in rebate offer valid for qualifying purchases made 9/22/18–12/10/18 from participating dealers in the U.S. only. Rebate will be issued in the form of a prepaid reward card and mailed within 4 weeks of rebate claim approval. Funds do not expire. Subject to applicable law, a $2.00 monthly fee will be assessed against card balance 6 months after card issuance and each month thereafter. See complete terms distributed with reward card. Additional limitations may apply. Ask participating dealer for details and rebate form. ©2018 Hunter Douglas. All rights reserved. All trademarks used herein are the property of Hunter Douglas or their respective owners. 18Q4NBSOC3

21 NOVEMBER 2018 By Michelle Donati-Grayman During deer season, which generally runs from October through December, there is a dramatic increase in the movement of the deer population, especially in the high country. As a result, more deer-vehicle collisions occur in this period than any other time of year. While any animal on the road can be dangerous, according to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, there are more than 1.5 million deer-vehicle collisions each year across the United States, resulting in 150 human deaths and tens of thousands of injuries. In Arizona between 2013-2017, AAA Insurance policyholders had 725 animal- related auto claims. AAA’s Tips to Avoid an Animal Collision: • Keep your eyes moving back and forth. Continuously sweep your eyes across the road for signs of animals. While the most likely accident is caused by an animal darting in front of you, one might also run into the side of your car. • Be especially attentive in early morning and evening. Many animals, especially deer, are most active during prime commuting hours — roughly 5 a.m. to 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. • At night, use high beams when there’s no oncoming traffic. Your brights can help you spot animals sooner. The light reflecting off their eyes may also reveal their location. • Slow down and watch for other deer to appear. Deer rarely travel alone, so if you see one, there are likely to be others nearby. • Honk your horn with one long blast. A long blast on your horn may frighten large animals, such as deer, away from your vehicle. The Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) advises against relying on devices such as deer whistles and reflectors, which have not been proven to reduce collisions with animals. • Use brakes if impact is imminent. If an animal is in your path, stay in your lane. Swerving away from animals can confuse them so they don’t know which way to run. It can also put you in the path of oncoming vehicles or cause you to crash into objects on the side of the road. • Always wear a seatbelt. According to the I.I.I., the chances of getting injured when hitting an animal are much higher if you don’t have your seatbelt on. • Don’t go near a wounded animal. A frightened and wounded animal can be unpredictable. If it’s in the middle of the road and blocking traffic, call the police immediately. • Consider purchasing comprehensive coverage, if you don’t already have it as part of your insurance policy. Comprehensive insurance covers animal collisions, among other things. Although deer and other animals are unpredictable, there are actions you can take to help prevent an accident or reduce the damage from an animal collision. Deer season safety tips Keep him off a ladder and let us create a winter wonderland at your home! Exqt Eir Ligng r Evry Lci & Occi www.ibll.com � contact@ibll.com Contact Jonathan at 602-237-6227 to schedule your install. So your husband thinks he is Clark Griswold?