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Helping At-Risk Youth Face a Brighter Future B Y C H R I S T I N A - L A U R E N P O L L A C K F irst impressions are often lasting impres- sions. For at-risk youth in particular, this couldn't be more true. Since many have faced jail time or escaped gang life, their tattoos sym- bolize a dark period in their lives. Enter the par tners at Face First Laser Clinic, Roger Shiffman, M.D.; Joanne Shiffman, R.N., B.S.N.; and Stacy Rohrbough, N.P., R.N., who operate a boutique medical aesthetics office in Monterey. The group was inspired to get involved with Rancho Cielo, a "compre- hensive learning and social ser vices center for underser ved and disconnected youth in Monterey County," benefiting over 150 stu- dents through five programs. To help them get ahead, Face First provides complimentary tattoo removal to students affili- ated with Rancho Cielo. Through utilizing the state-of-the-art Revlite SI all-color-spectrum tat- too removal laser technology, their team of reg- istered nurses helps these young adults face a brighter future. Throughout the year, they host free tattoo-removal days for students in the pro- gram. As Rohrbough says, "this will help them feel confident going into the workplace, because they will feel less judged by their appearance." To learn more, visit www.facefirstlaser.com or call 831/375-9555. SHORTCUTS GIVING BACK Stacy Rohrbough (left) and Joanne and Roger Shiffman provide free tattoo removal for students associated with Rancho Cielo at their laser clinic in Monterey. 90 C A R M E L M A G A Z I N E • H O L I D A Y 2 0 1 7 Photo: Kelli Uldall