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Dr. Sanjay Razdan Recognized as Best Urologist by Multiple Organizations in 2018

Dr. Sanjay Razdan, a Urologist from the International Robotic Prostatectomy Institute in Miami, Florida was just recognized as one of the Best Urologists in Florida in 2018 by Three Best Rated. Dr. Razdan has also been nominated for the prestigious Healthcare Heroes award by the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce. - April 03, 2018 - International Robotic Prostatectomy Institute

The Bluffs on Manistee Lake to Host Open House Event on Sunday, April 8 from 11am to 3pm

The Bluffs on Manistee Lake, northwest Michigan’s newest 55+ manufactured home and RV resort, announced today that it will host an Open House event on Sunday, April 8. Taking place from 11am to 3pm, the event offers an up close look at the community for those seeking to purchase a permanent... - March 30, 2018 - The Bluffs on Manistee Lake

AALTCI Campaign Targets Personal Financial, Retirement and Money Bloggers to Address 1035 Exchanges

The American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance launched a campaign targeting financial, retirement and senior writers and bloggers to address the overlooked topic of using 1035 exchanges to plan for long-term care costs. The Association recently published the first and only generic consumer guide addressing 1035 exchanges. - March 28, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

WISE Adult Day Services Program Open House

The Gateway Family YMCA Provides WISE Adult Day Services Program in Union. - March 27, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA

Women of In-Gauge Score Gold at Polk Senior Games

The Women of In-Gauge of Polk County take 4 medals, including 2 gold, at the 2018 Polk Senior Games' Pistol Competition. - March 20, 2018 - In-Gauge of Polk County

Easter Bunny Visits Senior Living Communities in Austin

The Easter Bunny and his helpers visited Austin-area Senior Living communities just before the Easter holidays, and took complimentary photos for everyone that participated. The seniors that were photographed were anxious to have a printed photo to share with their loved ones over the Easter... - March 19, 2018 - Cummings Realty

Capitol Lakes Recognizes Long Term Care Administrator’s Week

Kristi Vater honored as premier Nursing Home Administrator. Ms. Vater manages a top-rated facility which is a preferred provider of UW Health. She is the daughter of Gary & Kathy Vater or Plymouth, WI. - March 14, 2018 - Capitol Lakes, Inc.

Recycled Computers to Find New Homes with Seniors, Students

Greensburg-based CyberCrunch, a data destruction and e-waste recycling company, will donate refurbished laptops to Westmoreland County residents and organizations in need. - March 14, 2018 - CyberCrunch

Florida, Texas and Illinois Are Top States for Medicare Supplement Insurance

Sales of Medicare Supplement insurance continue to grow according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. The top five states are Florida, Texas, Illinois, Pennsylvania and California. - March 09, 2018 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance

CURA Health Management Announces Strategic Partnership with CareSet Systems

Medicare data sets provided by CareSet will enhance CURA’s ability to service a targeted population. - March 07, 2018 - Citra Health Solutions

New Book Release: "Senior Services for the Financially Challenged," by Davida Siwisa James

“Senior Services for the Financially Challenged” is a pivotal book providing information for low-income seniors and caregivers about free nationwide social services to help them live with more dignity. Ms. James also shares poignant stories about the struggle caring for her aging father who developed Alzheimer’s. This book is a shortcut to the questions you may not have known to ask. It helps readers navigate Medicaid services, Assisted Living Facility placement, and much more. - March 06, 2018 - Davida Siwisa James

Relevant Long-Term Care Insurance Statistics Can Help Consumers Plan Explains AALTCI Director

The latest information on long-term care insurance claimants can benefit consumers considering this protection explains Jesse Slome, director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. Slome shared data as part of his weekly call with long-term care insurance professionals. - March 04, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

AALTCI Calls for Better Long-Term Care Insurance Planning for Multi-Generational Households

The number of multi-generational families is growing, calling for better ways to plan for long-term care needs suggests the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - February 23, 2018 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Honors H. Frances Reaves as a Woman of Distinction

H. Frances Reaves of Key Biscayne, Florida has been honored as a Woman of Distinction for the first quarter of 2018 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of consulting. Each quarter they choose... - February 21, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Bernadine Carlson Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Bernadine Carlson of Newbury Park, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Bernadine Carlson Bernadine Carlson is a self-employed... - January 20, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide

H. Frances Reaves Recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

H. Frances Reaves of Key Biscayne, Florida has been recognized as a Women of Excellence by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of consulting. About H. Frances Reaves H. Frances Reaves is the founder and Principal of Parent... - January 16, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide

Feeding the Island Food Drive: Makers Nutrition Gives Back to the Community

Makers Nutrition helps fellow Islanders who are enduring tough times by collecting 1,634 pounds total in non-perishable foods to donate to Island Harvest. - December 28, 2017 - Makers Nutrition, LLC

Tax Reform and Improved Economy Will Explode Long-Term Care Planning in 2018

The growing economy and tax reform will encourage more people to plan for long-term care in 2018. Matt McCann, one of the nation's leading Long-Term Care Insurance experts, says consumer interest will continue to grow as people wish to have an advance plan for the financial costs and burdens of aging. - December 21, 2017 - McCann LTC

In-Gauge of Polk County Announces Church - Guardian Training

Armed Guardian Training for faith based organizations - Because we are no longer safe in our places of worship. - December 20, 2017 - In-Gauge of Polk County

New Social Media Site PeepsLife is Gaining Popularity; Turn Those "Friends" Into Peeps

Who will be "the next big thing?" on the social media landscape? PeepsLife hopes to attract new members with a different approach...and it appears to be working. - December 08, 2017 - PeepsLife

Informed Senior Event at Saw Creek Estates

Saw Creek Estates will be hosting an Informed Senior Seminar that is open to the public. - December 08, 2017 - Saw Creek Estates

Pete Shrock Provides Five Tips to Help Caregivers During the Holidays; Leading "Emotional First Responder" Says Thank You Notes Are More Important Than Ever

It’s no secret the holidays are stressful. But, for a caregiver, it can be an especially physically and emotionally difficult time of the year. Family members who live out of town have the best intentions when they visit for the holidays. In reality, they often end up causing more stress on the caregiver. Legacy Navigator, co-founder and nationally recognized grief/trauma expert, Pete Shrock offers five tips to help caregivers during the holidays. - December 06, 2017 - Legacy Navigator

Avendelle Assisted Living Franchise Sells Master Franchise for Country of Turkey

Avendelle Assisted Living is a senior home franchise that is committed to offering personalized and expert senior care to families and loved ones. The brand seeks to be the premier provider of assisted living services in the United States and around the world by leveraging a boutique, small home focused business model. On 11/28/2017, Avendelle signed a Master Franchise Agreement to develop the country of Turkey. - December 02, 2017 - Avendelle Assisted Living

Dr. Alan Fein, Age 75, Promoted to Brown Belt in Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu West Hartford, CT

Black Belt Jim Hughes, with the blessing of his legendary teacher, Royce Gracie announces the promotion of Dr. Alan Fein to Brown Belt in Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. - November 27, 2017 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense

Watercrest Senior Living Group Chooses Concentrik to Protect Its Communities Digital Marketing Presence Online

Watercrest Senior Living Group, a premier regional senior living provider in Florida, partners with digital marketing experts of San Francisco-based, Concentrik. - October 30, 2017 - Concentrik

ACT Inc. Marks 61st Anniversary with Free Human Interest Column Offered to Media

A new consumer-interest column is being offered free to the media by the founder of a multi-media marketing company to mark the 61st anniversary of ACT., Inc, Philadelphia. The article is headlined “Handicapped? Using a walker has its benefits. Like Walking!” The author is Joe Ball,... - October 28, 2017 - ACT, Inc.

Scientology Volunteer Minister Shares Experience Helping Texas After Tragedy

Scientology Volunteer Minister, Jennifer, recently returned home to Nashville after helping the disaster relief efforts in Texas. - October 28, 2017 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville

Central Island Healthcare Invites HorseAbility Miniature Therapy Ponies Aiden and Pearl to the Facility

HorseAbility’s miniature therapy ponies Aiden and Pearl are visiting Central Island Healthcare on Thursday, November 9th at 2:15 PM. - October 27, 2017 - Central Island Healthcare

Comfort Life Magazine Released: Find the Best Places to Retire in Canada

The 15th annual Comfort Life magazine is being distributed this week through the Globe and Mail and the Vancouver Sun. It helps Canadians find the best places to retire. - October 20, 2017 - Comfort Life Media

Consumers Overlook Long-Term Care Insurance Savings Opportunity

The director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance shared ways consumers could save money when shopping for a long-term care plan. - October 06, 2017 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

SCPC: New Study of Medicare “DIR” Fee Legislation Helps Demonstrate PBMs as Bad Actors Across Full Spectrum of Transactions

Solutions to PBM Pricing Abuses Must Address Entire Drug Supply Chain - October 03, 2017 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition

Tacoma Chiropractor Dr. Pete Atkins Offers Specialized Care for Fibromyalgia Patients

In order to bring attention to one of the most misunderstood and misdiagnosed diseases, Dr. Pete Atkins with Atkins Chiropractic in Tacoma, WA is opening his doors to Fibromyalgia patients who may have seen other doctors but not found relief. Utilizing a revolutionary program called Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractic, Dr. Atkins treats patients with gentle, pain-free techniques that produce rapid results. - September 21, 2017 - Atkins Chiropractic Inc.

Oaks of Rockford Unites Siblings After 50 Years of Separation

Oaks of Rockford, a premier 55+ active lifestyle community, proudly announced the reunion of long lost siblings after the two recently became neighbors at the premier 55+ active lifestyle community. Setting the stage for the reunion, Phillip Osborn and his wife moved into the community from... - September 17, 2017 - Oaks of Rockford

88-Year-Old Biz Owner Cuts Unique, Self-Depreciating Radio Commercial

One of the most self-depreciating business related radio commercials is on the air in Philadelphia. It features the voice of an 88-year old business owner who is inviting new business inquiries to his firm. The owner says, “I am 88!...Call me quickly...for obvious reasons.” The... - September 14, 2017 - ACT, Inc.

Bethany Garrity of the National Institute for Fitness and Sport will Speak During the 2017 ICAA Conference and Trade Show

Bethany Garrity, Director of Fitness Management at the National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) has been invited to speak at the 2017 ICAA Conference and Trade Show which will be held October 12-14, 2017 in Orlando, Florida. NIFS is a leader in the fitness industry and provides fitness and... - September 14, 2017 - NIFS

Comfort Home Care Leadership Featured in "Ask an Expert" Section in Best of Bethesda Magazine

Comfort Home Care, an in-home care agency in Montgomery County, MD, has been interviewed for the Best of Bethesda "Ask an Expert" column to provide industry insight for the Bethesda community. - September 06, 2017 - Comfort Home Care

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

U.S. Ranks Among Countries with Highest Rates of Prostate Cancer - September 01, 2017 - Men's Health Network

At Home Personal Care Opens New Center in Warrenton, VA

At Home Personal Care Services LLC just opened its second headquarters in the Northern Virginia Region. The new location in Warrenton, Virginia serves as place where families with loved ones in need of skilled professional in-home nursing care, therapy services and personal care can call for quality in home care. - August 28, 2017 - At Home Personal Care, LLC

Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired Introduces New Eyeglass Mounted Technology to St. Louis

OrCam MyEye, a unique, wearable device that mounts on glasses, receives visual information and speaks to the wearer, recognizing products and identifying faces, now available exclusively for demonstration, training and purchase at the Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired’s Brentwood facility. - August 23, 2017 - Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Two Brothers Demonstrate a Profound Sense of Taste; Expand Miracle Fruit Farm Availability

Can their mission to create awareness about the benefits of Miracle Fruit reach those who need it most? - August 16, 2017 - Miracle Fruit Farm

Long-Term Care Insurance Agents Overlook the "Senior Women Alone" Market Says AALTCI Director

Insurance agents are overlooking millions of senior women living alone declares the head of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. They have greatest need for information, shares Slome. - August 09, 2017 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance

Avendelle Assisted Living Opens 6 Senior Facilities in Dallas

The demand and need for quality senior care is increasing in just about every market across the country. Dallas, Texas in particular though has been a focus for the increasing need to serve this growing population of seniors. Avendelle is a unique senior facility focused on specialty care and high quality experiences for the residents. Six new homes have just opened in the Dallas area. - August 02, 2017 - Avendelle Assisted Living