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Share the Love with Homebound Seniors This Holiday Season
During the Subaru Share the Love Event, November 15 to January 2, Subaru of America will donate $250 for every new Subaru purchased or leased. The donation goes to the customer's choice of 4 national charities, including Meals on Wheels. Over the past 11 years, the Subaru Share the Love Event has... - December 02, 2019 - Meals on Wheels, Etc.
Vidapoint Takes Personal Emergency Response Worldwide
Finally, a complete and comprehensive personal emergency service anywhere in the world. - December 01, 2019 - Global Wireless Health Limited
BrightStar Care Honors Seven Caregiver of the Year Nominees
BrightStar Care of Marietta and Cherokee County is hosting an event to celebrate an unprecedented seven nominations for BrightStar’s 2019 Caregiver of the Year. - November 20, 2019 - BrightStar Care of Cherokee County
AMMI Managed Hotels Are Honoring Veterans Nov. 11 with Free Hotel Room Stay
Our veterans are important to us! Five hotels with the American Motel Management Group are honoring our veterans this Nov 11. Each of their five (5) hotels are providing traveling veterans with a hotel guest room for one night, (50) fifty free hotel room nights total will be given to veterans that stop at AMMI hotels. Free freshly made breakfast buffet and more. First 10 Veterans to check-in November 11 get free guest room for one night. *American Motel Management Inc. - November 06, 2019 - American Motel Management
SCPC Praises Bipartisan House Passage of PBM Rebate Transparency Bills
National LTC Pharmacy Advocacy Group Says Reps. Buddy Carter (R-GA), Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) Sustain Increased PBM Data Disclosure - October 31, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
LeadingAge Annual Meeting & Expo Gets New Startup Garage Exhibitor— Remote Home Check to Debut One Point for Senior Care Communities
The annual LeadingAge Meeting & Expo is almost upon us and will be held in San Diego, CA. The show will bring new ideas, new innovations, and new technology to enhance the lives of many including senior citizens and their personal and professional caregivers. - October 25, 2019 - Remote Home Check
11 Year Old Breaks World Record – Finishes the 50 States Half Marathon Challenge(TM)
50 States Half Marathon Club member, Aiden Jaquez, of Montgomery, Illinois, has become the youngest ever to finish the 50 States Half Marathon Challenge(TM) at age 11 years old. - October 23, 2019 - 50 States Half Marathon Club
Remote Home Check Launches One Point - The Only Proactive Care Monitoring Solution for Senior Care Communities
Remote Home Check launches B2B Solution: One Point by Remote Home Check. - October 23, 2019 - Remote Home Check
Partnership Applauds RCD Delay for Home Health Services
Home health leaders stress importance of bipartisan legislation to ease transition as CMS plans largest home health payment overhaul in decades. - October 22, 2019 - Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare
New Video Details Long Term Care (LTC) Pharmacies’ Clinical Value to Seniors’ Care
“Virtual Tour” Differentiates LTC Pharmacy, Explains Operational and Regulatory Requirements Compared to Retail, Other Pharmacies - October 21, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Retired Harlem Assistant Principal Dr. Michelle King-Huger Writes Inspirational Memoir "From D.I.V.A. to Disabled: A Determined Individual with a Victorious Attitude"
Living with progressive multiple sclerosis, educator Dr. Michelle King-Huger kept a diary about her health crisis journey. In "From D.I.V.A to Disabled," she encourages people of all ages, races, rich or poor, and any gender who are living with a life-changing debilitating illness: multiple sclerosis, cancer, strokes, diabetes, chronic arthritis, accidents and understand their life is in transition. She redefines the meaning of DIVA and embraces determination and victorious attitude. - October 17, 2019 - Dr. Michelle King-Huger
HeartLegacy Celebrates Their New Partnership
HeartLegacy is declared the best-of-the-best and inducted as Senior Living SMART Partner. - September 19, 2019 - Senior Living SMART
Caregivers to Get Answers; Fearless Caregiver Workshop Set for Oct. 15 in Ft. Lauderdale, All Invited
Today's Caregiver magazine and Caregiver.com continues to educate and train family caregivers with its Fearless Caregiver Conference set for October 15 at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Pompano Beach. This no charge event will answer family caregiver questions. - September 18, 2019 - Caregiver.com, Inc.
United Methodist Communities at Collingswood (UMC) and It's Never 2 Late (iN2L) Celebrate 20 Years of Senior Living Residents Having Fun with Innovative Technology
United Methodist Communities at Collingswood participated in the iN2L 60/20 tour, a cross-country road trip both celebrating 20 years of senior living residents having fun with iN2L technology and the 60th birthday of iN2L President and Co-founder Jack York. - September 15, 2019 - United Methodist Communities
Interview Coaching Improves Communication Skills
Charleston Career Coach, Margie Curry believes that interview coaching improves communication skills. This skilled career coach, life coach, and interview coach has seen the value of interview coaching for many of her clients during the past 14 years. "Good communication is an important Life Skill," says Ms. Curry. This coach recommends interview coaching for improving personal and professional relationships, negotiations, preparing for interviews, board meetings, and public speaking. - September 13, 2019 - Jumpstart Interview Coaching
First Time in Alaska: Life-Saving Fall Prevention Course for Healthcare Professionals, Injury Prevention Advocates and Caregivers
In Fairbanks, AK on October 6 an innovative & effective course will be held to teach Occupational and Physical Therapists, other healthcare and injury prevention professionals, fitness instructors and caregivers a unique, simple and fun program to help older adults avoid falls. Continuing Education Units (8) are available. - September 07, 2019 - Fall Prevention Training Services, LLC
New At-Home Therapy for Arthritic Hand Pain Delivers Consistent Relief in Only Minutes Per Day
Triumph LTD announces the release of a new at-home hand therapy device that finally delivers consistent, drug-free pain relief to those suffering from the discomfort of hand arthritis. The Triumph LTD red light therapy device is side-effect-free and drug-free and delivers effective pain relief when used just 15 minutes per day. Red light therapy, heat and vibration work together to rejuvenate cell growth, bring comfort, promote circulation and lubricate joints. - August 21, 2019 - Triumph LTD
Ask My Buddy Announces New Premium Features That Also Support Amazon’s "Buy Once, Enjoy Everywhere" Program
The premiere alert system has increased functionality that also works with other platforms. - August 13, 2019 - Ask My Buddy
ZTV Studio Opens with Citywide Support for Minority-Owned Business Owners
In collaboration with the ReeWind Network, Zondra Evans opens up new media studio to support minority-owned businesses and entrepreneurs, while developing business opportunities for the entire town of Addison TX. - August 08, 2019 - Zeds Corp.
Advances in Medicine Cause New, Groundbreaking Drug by Quantum Genomics (QNNTF) to Help with Chronic Hypertension
Quantum Genomics are the creators of Firibastat, a first-in-class brain aminopeptidase inhibitor (BAPAI) that could potentially treat treatment-resistant hypertension by acting in the brain to interfere with the renin-angiotensin system. It is estimated that there are around 150 million people... - August 05, 2019 - Quantum Genomics
Meals on Wheels San Francisco Breaks Ground on $41.5 Million Kitchen and Food Production Facility to Feed Homebound Seniors
Meals on Wheels San Francisco is building a new, 37,000 square feet kitchen that will increase its capacity to provide home-delivered meals to the growing population of food-insecure seniors living in the City. - July 18, 2019 - Meals on Wheels San Francisco
New Employee-Centric Home Care Agency Opens in Montgomery County
Bright Path Partners LLC, health care industry leader, is now offering non-medical home care services through its newest division, Loyal Staff Home Care located in Montgomery County, PA. - July 10, 2019 - Bright Path Partners LLC
Optimal Alliance Home Care Rolling Out Concierge Services Plans
Optimal Alliance Home Care offers reliable senior home care services for the elderly and disabled individuals. - July 09, 2019 - Optimal Alliance Home Care LLC
Dementia Society of America Begins Accepting Five Cryptocurrencies
Dementia Society of America is proud to announce a new blockchain partnership with The Giving Block, and is now accepting donations in Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Litecoin (LTC), Bitcoin Cash (BCH) and USD Coin (USDC). - July 04, 2019 - Dementia Society of America
New Chesapeake Based Non-Profit, SilverTree Seniors, Launches with Christmas in July - A Drive to Benefit Seniors in Need
A new non-profit, SilverTree Seniors, is set to launch their first initiative in Hampton Roads with a “Christmas in July” donation drive to benefit local Seniors in need. - June 25, 2019 - SilverTree Seniors
myLifeSite Launches Web-based Financial Tool for Life Plan Communities
myLifeSite, a Raleigh, North Carolina-based company that develops online planning tools and resources to help seniors make informed choices about retirement living, has unveiled a new resource that will make it easier for life plan community prospects to examine the affordability of a... - June 20, 2019 - My LifeSite
NAFA, the National Association for Fixed Annuities, Recognizes Legislators and Leaders for Commitment to Improving Retirement Landscape
In an effort to highlight the tremendous work being done to protect and promote fixed annuity products and advocate for the value of annuities as part of a comprehensive retirement plan, NAFA, the National Association for Fixed Annuities, presented awards of recognition to two legislators and a... - June 19, 2019 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities
Avendelle Dallas Homes Focus on Quality Service
Avendelle Assisted Living Dallas has a dedication to service quality and resident care, the Dallas homes are uniquely positioned on the market to deliver premium service quality and work closely with families for an excellent experience. - June 17, 2019 - Avendelle Assisted Living
New Show in Myrtle Beach, SC - Dixie Family Comedy Variety Show - Redneck Style Appearing at GTS Theatre
Join the Beaufort and Daniels Family Reunion as they kick it off in high gear. This family fun interactive comedy show includes music, dance, tons of laughs and family fun, magic and even an Elvis Impersonator; we heard cousin Clevis was comin' to the reunion. Plus, it’s always been a family tradition to pay tribute to the veterans and of course the creator. So spend an evening with your family laughing and having fun. After all...when you attend our family reunion ya’ll are kin - June 01, 2019 - GTS Theatre
Kari R. Wilson Recognized as a Woman of the Month for April 2019 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Kari R. Wilson of Pilot Rock, Oregon has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for April 2019 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of healthcare. Each month P.O.W.E.R. features women to... - May 25, 2019 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Origin Wireless Delivers Unique LifeLog-as-a-Service “LaaS” Well-Being Monitoring Solution for Elderly Care
Origin's TRM combines wireless and AI to provide 24/7 well-being monitoring with no cumbersome wearables or invasive cameras. - May 24, 2019 - Origin Wireless
JDGerdeman’s “Practical Gated Community Gate Process” Helps Owners Secure Property
JDGerdeman developed this document to help gated community owners and committee members assess the security of their community. JDGerdeman understands that professional security and civilian owners can gain from using this tool. JDGerdeman thinks that civilian owners and their community committees need something to bridge the gap from daily jobs and part time security duties. JDGerdeman develops security concepts and security assessments tools using over eight years of experience. - May 22, 2019 - JDGerdeman
United Methodist Communities Participates in Senior Housing Now Rally
The residents and associates of United Methodist Communities’ five senior housing campuses joined other advocates from around the country last week to attend the Senior Housing Now Rally on Capitol Hill. They urged Congress to increase the funding for affordable senior housing. - May 20, 2019 - United Methodist Communities
PONTE HEALTH Brings Vertical Medical City to Downtown Chicago at the Loop to Serve the City's Elders
Vertical Medical City, LLC, a new Lean Mid Rise Development Project is coming to the core of Downtown Chicago in the Loop. The primary focus of the facility is to bring into the Urban Core the Next Level Assisted Living, Care, and Wellness for Residents and Outpatients 60 and over. Developer PONTE HEALTH PROPERTIES, LLC is securing a Closing of 424-434 S. Wabash Ave. - May 04, 2019 - PONTE HEALTH GLOBAL CORP.
Dr. Varkarakis, Board Certified Plastic and Craniofacial Surgeon Discusses New Technique to Address Aging in the Face
Using the Browlift with an upper eyelid incision to address aging in the upper face With aging, the soft tissues of the face lose the support from the brow and the eye brow takes a lower position. Also with the excess skin of the eyelid, the goal is normally try to lift up our eye brows in order... - April 12, 2019 - GV Plastic Surgery
Bergen County Paramus Elder Care Lawyer: Girolaw Offering Maximum Protection & Control of all Assets Guaranteed
Ask a Bergen County Paramus Elder Care Lawyer to review your current long-term health care plan and make recommendations for changes or improvements that may benefit you and your family. - April 12, 2019 - Giro Elder Law
SCPC to Senate Finance Committee: In Wake of Drug Pricing Reform Efforts, Policymakers Must Protect LTC Pharmacies from PBM Cost-Shifting to Reduce Seniors’ Costs
National LTC Pharmacy Advocacy Group Details Four Drug Pricing Reform Policy Recommendations. - April 09, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
AALTCI Study Reports Ages When Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Begin
A just-concluded study conducted by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance reveals ages when long-term care insurance claims begin. The AALTCI study reported data from the nation's largest long-term care insurance companies. - March 02, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Menlo Group Sells Mesa Land for $3.6M
Menlo Group negotiated the sale of 7.8 acres of land, located at 1810 S. Crismon Rd., Mesa, Ariz. - February 26, 2019 - Menlo Group Commercial Real Estate
Washable Underwear for Leakage? Besties Apparel, LLC Seems to Believe so.
New products are wonderful when they can provide something that really works to improve the lives of others. - February 23, 2019 - Besties Apparel, LLC
The American Osteopathic Society of Rheumatic Disease in Partnership with the Integrative Health Alliance 47th Annual Conference in Reno, Nevada March 8-10, 2019
Registration is open for The American Osteopathic Society of Rheumatic Disease in partnership with the Integrative Health Alliance 47th Annual Conference in Reno, Nevada March 8-10, 2019. AOSRD 2019 features cutting edge medical breakthroughs in the areas of Stem Cell Technology, Infertility,... - February 11, 2019 - American Osteopathic Society of Rheumatic Disease
Central Island Healthcare Guide Residents Through VIRTU-WELL Reality
VIRTU-WELL Reality will be visiting Central Island Healthcare. - February 08, 2019 - Central Island Healthcare
Home Helpers Secures Partnership with Promisor Residential
New partnership works to help clients remain in the comfort of their home and fund the in-home care they need. - February 01, 2019 - Home Helpers - Evansville, IN
Free February Senior Wellness Events at The Gateway Family YMCA
YMCA Announces Senior Open House in February. - February 01, 2019 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Dementia Society Announces SingFit® Platform as Recipient of Dementia SMART® Award Illustrating Rise of Music as One of Best Interventions for People with Dementia
Dementia Society of America is recognizing Musical Health Technologies (MHT) and their technology platform, SingFit, as a recipient of its Dementia SMART Award. The Dementia SMART Award recognizes excellence in programs that help transform the health and lives of people living with dementia and... - January 30, 2019 - Dementia Society of America
National LTC Pharmacy Group: Senate, House Drug Pricing Hearings Kick-Off Vital 2019 Discussion on Transparency, Accountability, Reform
SCPC Urges Sweeping Congressional Focus on PDP/PBM Abuses, Culpability in Market Manipulation. - January 29, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
National LTC Pharmacy Group to CMS: Abolish DIR Fees – "A Windfall Profit" for Prescription Drug Plans (PDPs) and Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs)
Citing Unique Nature of LTC Pharmacies and Elderly Patients They Serve, Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition (SCPC) Viewpoint on DIR Fees Differs from Other Pharmacy Sector Groups - January 29, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Zanthion Signs $2.1 Million Dollar Reseller Agreement with IOE Group SA de CV of Mexico to Provide SMART Homecare Systems
Zanthion, an AI digital healthcare company providing platform services for home care agencies and the IOE Group of Mexico, a distributer and provider of home care services throughout Mexico, have signed a $2.1 million dollar contract through July 2020. Zanthion will provide bundled SMART Homecare Systems with active and passive monitoring for automatic fall detection, activity monitoring, bed exits without returns, wandering, and help call notification. - January 24, 2019 - Zanthion, Inc.
Premier Senior Living, LLC Offering Free Meals During the Federal Shutdown
Premier Senior Living, LLC, a senior living company with 23 assisted living and memory care communities throughout 6 states, is offering free meals to federal workers during the shutdown. - January 24, 2019 - Premier Senior Living, LLC
Healthy Aging® Magazine Active Travel Article Receives 2018 Award for Excellence in Travel Journalism; North American Travel Journalists Association Announces Winners
An active travel article featuring Valencia, Spain in Healthy Aging® Magazine, targeting the active 45-year-old-plus audience, has been honored by a silver award in the 2018 North American Travel Journalists Association Travel Media Awards Competition. - January 22, 2019 - Healthy Aging