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Kevin Sorbo to Star in ‘The Gathering Place,’ Film Inspired by Delray Beach Senior Center Helping Seniors Overcome Isolation

South Florida Medical and Behavioral Health Institute's senior center-shaped by the real-life impact of Randy Kirshbaum and Vicky Samuelson-inspires upcoming JC Films production

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., April 7, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Acclaimed actor Kevin Sorbo is set to participate in the upcoming feature film “The Gathering Place,” a new JC Films production inspired by a Delray Beach senior center operated by South Florida Medical and Behavioral Health Institute, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Image caption: South Florida Medical and Behavioral Health Institute.

The film is inspired by the real-life impact of Randy Kirshbaum and Vicky Samuelson in Delray Beach, whose work has helped transform the lives of seniors facing grief, isolation, and loss.

Filming for “The Gathering Place” is scheduled to begin in January 2027 in Delray Beach, Florida, bringing national attention to a growing issue: senior isolation and the urgent need for community-based solutions.

At the South Florida Medical and Behavioral Health Institute senior center located at Delray Medical & Dental, many seniors arrive after experiencing devastating life events—including the loss of a spouse or even a child. These hardships often leave individuals isolated, disconnected, and struggling with a loss of purpose.

What makes this story especially compelling—and highly relevant today—is the measurable transformation happening within this Delray Beach senior center.

Through structured weekly programming, wellness activities, and a strong sense of community, the South Florida Medical and Behavioral Health Institute is helping seniors rebuild their lives. Individuals who once felt alone are now forming meaningful friendships, improving their physical and emotional health, and rediscovering a renewed zest for life.

“This is not just a story for the screen—it’s something we witness every single day here in Delray Beach,” said Randy Kirshbaum, Chief Operating Officer of South Florida Medical and Behavioral Health Institute. “We serve seniors who come to us after experiencing unimaginable loss. They arrive isolated and grieving, and over time, they begin to smile again, to connect, and to truly live again.”

Kirshbaum emphasized that the Delray Beach senior center has become a critical lifeline.

“This center gives people back their sense of belonging. It gives them friendships, structure, and hope. That transformation is real – and it’s exactly what ‘The Gathering Place’ movie brings to life.”

“The Gathering Place” follows a diverse group of seniors who come together to save their beloved senior center from closing—a storyline that closely mirrors the resilience, connection, and emotional bonds formed at the South Florida Medical and Behavioral Health Institute senior center in Delray Beach.

JC Films Studios, known for producing more than 70 faith-based and family-oriented films, is bringing national visibility to this South Florida story. With Kevin Sorbo’s involvement, the film is expected to reach a broad audience and elevate awareness around senior loneliness as a growing public health concern.

As communities across the country search for solutions to senior isolation, the model created by South Florida Medical and Behavioral Health Institute in Delray Beach demonstrates how local programs can restore dignity, purpose, and human connection.

“This is bigger than a movie,” Kirshbaum added. “It’s about showing what’s possible when we invest in our seniors and refuse to let them face life’s hardest moments alone.”

Media outlets, community leaders, and organizations focused on aging and behavioral health are invited to follow the development of “The Gathering Place” and learn more about the Delray Beach senior center that inspired it.

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About South Florida Medical and Behavioral Health Institute

South Florida Medical and Behavioral Health Institute (SFMBHI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals and families throughout South Florida. Based in Delray Beach, the organization provides integrated medical, behavioral health, and senior services, including a leading senior center focused on reducing isolation, improving wellness, and helping older adults rediscover purpose and connection. https://www.sfmbhi.org/

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Team Recovery Technologies Celebrates Strategic Alignment and Membership Growth with NAATP

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, May 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Team Recovery Technologies, a leading innovator in alumni engagement technology for behavioral health providers, is proud to recognize its ongoing relationship with the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) and the NAATP Foundation for Recovery Science and Education (FoRSE).

Photo caption: (L-R) Colton Morgan, Annie Peters, Tristan Brockbank.

As the highest contributor of new Data Sites to FoRSE in the past year, Team Recovery Technologies has not only helped expand the Foundation’s reach but also aligned deeply with its mission to improve addiction treatment through science, technology, and education.

“We believe in what NAATP and FoRSE stand for,” said Preston Dixon, CEO of Team Recovery. “As a company founded by people in recovery, we’re committed to advancing tools and strategies that foster lasting community, client retention, and industry-wide progress. Partnering with NAATP and FoRSE has allowed us to champion that mission on a national scale.”

With over 100 treatment center partners nationwide, Team Recovery’s white-labeled mobile app helps providers build and manage thriving alumni programs. These digital tools improve retention, track outcomes, and reduce readmission costs—key components in a value-based care future.

As the 2025 NAATP National Conference approaches, Team Recovery looks forward to connecting with fellow members, sharing success stories, and continuing to support the collective impact NAATP makes possible.

About Team Recovery Technologies:

Team Recovery Technologies provides mobile app solutions and strategic coaching for behavioral health programs looking to strengthen alumni engagement, improve outcomes, and reduce recidivism. Their technology empowers treatment centers to build community and track results at scale. Learn more: https://www.teamrecovery.io/

About NAATP and FoRSE:

The National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers is a nonprofit professional society of top treatment providers throughout the continuum of care. Since 1978, NAATP has been committed to improving the quality and integrity of addiction treatment. NAATP developed FoRSE in 2020 to support treatment providers in collecting and analyzing data in order to better serve their patients and expand the reach of recovery. Learn more: https://www.naatp.org/

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Network Connect Recognizes ADHD Awareness Month

WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 29, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — One of Wilmington, Delaware’s leading community non-profit organizations, Network Connect, understands the importance of bringing attention to ADHD during October. “ADHD is often misunderstood, leading to stigma and isolation for those affected,” says community connector and CEO of Network Connect Cierra Hall-Hipkins. As part of her work for Network Connect, she sees people who are struggling to focus and achieve their goals and helps them establish supportive networks.

Photo caption: The Team of Network Connect and CEO Cierra Hall-Hipkins.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is not an illness, it is a condition that can cause many challenges. For those who are suffering, both diagnosed and undiagnosed, chemicals in the brain are unable to relay messages effectively, leading to unconventional behaviors. It falls under the umbrella of neurodivergence, a newly recognized spectrum of human experience that includes autism, dyslexia, and ADHD.

People with ADHD have problems with executive functions – managing time, organizing information, memory, and emotional regulation. It is often seen in school settings where children have difficulty sitting still for an entire class period, but also shows up in adulthood where things like organizing bill payments can become overwhelming.

Most people with ADHD carry a higher risk of addictive behavior. Overstimulation can cause them to rely heavily on substances such as cannabis and alcohol to quiet the racing thoughts. They have other disorders such as anxiety, depression, or obesity. Sometimes, ADHD will present as perfectionism, where people overcompensate for their impulsivity by nitpicking every little thing. Girls with ADHD have a higher risk of eating disorders and self harm activities resulting from their inability to conform to “normal” standards of behavior. It is not always “bouncing off the wall,” though sometimes it is.

Another common misconception is that ADHD is not a problem of intelligence. People with ADHD who have successfully graduated from Harvard and Brown talk about staying up all night to study and having to put in much more work than their peers. They struggle to manage their time effectively, and while they may get good grades or finish projects, there is often a chaotic approach that makes things incredibly difficult.

If you suffer from ADHD, having positive self-talk is important. You should not allow yourself to be overly critical because of challenges you may face with “adulting” or studying. It is important to give yourself grace, and not to blame yourself for something that is outside of your control.

“During ADHD Awareness Month, we encourage open conversations and education to help dispel myths and foster a supportive environment for individuals living with this condition,” Hall-Hipkins explains. She has seen a number of community members overcome hurdles by investing time and energy in connecting people to resources that can help.

Network Connect is a Delaware based organization that fosters community by bringing people together. Since 2019, Network Connect has provided several key initiatives aimed at forging relationships between diverse groups of people.

Community Well-being Ambassadors connect community members to resources, providing trauma-informed engagement opportunities. Future Culture Creators is a highly effective youth employment program that was able to survive and thrive through the pandemic. The Reverse Adverse Childhood Experiences program (RACE) promotes early intervention of ACEs through universal screening of Delaware youth and families. Each of these programs provides solutions for people suffering from ADHD.

Whether providing skills for youth to get ahead, or social supports for adults to better manage their conditions, Network Connect brings people together in ways that improve lives across the state.

For more information about Network Connect follow @wearenetworkconnect on social media platforms and visit the website at https://www.networkconnect.org/.

Network Connect builds community capacity by coordinating grassroots and local partners to provide youth and families with social services, education programs, workforce skills, and mental health support.

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*Information about ADHD symptoms and experience comes from Robert Olivardia, PhD.

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Matrix Announces the Successful Sale of BeWell Network, LLC

RICHMOND, Va. /ScoopCloud/ -- Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. ("Matrix"), a leading, independent investment bank, announces that it has advised BeWell Network, LLC ("BeWell" or the "Company") on its successful sale to H.E.R. Management, LLC.

BeWell is a residential and outpatient behavioral health provider focused on the treatment of substance use disorder. The Company operates in two markets, San Juan Capistrano and Dana Point in Orange County, California and Santa Barbara, California.

BeWell's service offerings include detoxification, residential care, a partial hospitalization program (PHP), and an intensive outpatient program (IOP) for substance use disorder treatment in both Orange County and Santa Barbara, as well as PHP and IOP for primary mental health care treatment in Santa Barbara. To support patients enrolled in BeWell's outpatient programs, the Company also operates sober living homes in each of its two markets. The Company is contracted with many of the payors that have a significant presence in Southern California.

BeWell prides itself on the quality of its substance use disorder recovery programs and has a highly trained staff dedicated to patient recovery. The Company is also focused on developing active alumni programs to support patients once they are out of recovery.

BeWell is Joint Commission accredited and LegitScript certified.

Matrix provided M&A advisory services to BeWell, including marketing the transaction, advising on valuation, deal structure, and other transaction terms, and ultimately achieving a successful execution. The transaction was managed by Vasanta Pundarika, Head of Matrix's Healthcare Investment Banking Group, Casey Van de Walle, Director, and Barrett Smith, Analyst.

Ms. Pundarika said, "We are happy to have worked with the owners of BeWell Network as their financial advisors on this transaction. Under new ownership, we look forward to seeing BeWell implement an enhanced growth strategy, while continuing to provide high quality care to its patients."

About Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc.

Founded in 1988, Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. is an independent, advisory focused, privately-held investment bank headquartered in Richmond, VA, with additional offices in Baltimore, MD and New York, NY. Matrix provides merger & acquisition and financial advisory services for privately-held, private-equity owned, not-for-profit and publicly traded companies.

Matrix's advisory services include company sales, recapitalizations, capital raises of debt & equity, corporate carve outs, special situations, management buyouts, corporate valuations and fairness opinions. Matrix serves clients in a wide range of industries, including automotive aftermarket, building products, car washes, consumer products, convenience retail, downstream energy, healthcare and industrial products.

For additional information or to contact our team members, please visit https://matrixcmg.com/.

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Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. ("Matrix"), a leading, independent investment bank, announces that it has advised BeWell Network, LLC ("BeWell" or the "Company") on its successful sale to H.E.R. Management, LLC. BeWell is a residential and outpatient behavioral health provider focused on the treatment of substance use disorder.

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Bridgeway’s Chairperson’s Dinner Celebrates Its Supporters

UNION, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services, New Jersey's leading nonprofit mental health and substance use rehabilitation and recovery organization, will host its Annual Chairperson's Dinner on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 373 Clermont Terrace in Union, N.J.

"The theme of our event this year is 'Peace Love and Wellness,'" said event host Bridgeway Board Chairperson Joseph Perez, Partner at WithumSmith+Brown, CPA. "We promise a fun evening! We are looking forward to celebrating with Bridgeway's friends and stakeholders what we have accomplished and our plans for the future. Our honorees have all contributed to Bridgeway's success, from generous volunteerism to innovative community support to passionate advocacy."

Bridgeway will honor contributions by Jim O'Connor, CRO of The Health Benefit Alliance with Volunteer of the Year Award; Michael Frost, Director of Somerset County Department of Human Services, with Community Partner of the Year Award; and NAMI NJ with Advocates of the Year Award, accepted by esteemed Executive Director Meredith Blount.

The Chairperson's Dinner is on April 19 from 6-10 p.m. and includes happy hour, dinner by Encore Caterers, a silent auction, pop-up photo studio, and live music by Chip Mergott, The Happy Boys, and Chuck Lambert. Several unique sponsorship and journal advertising opportunities are available. Donations to Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services are tax-deductible as allowable by law.

Visit https://bit.ly/3KsZmJk for more information.

Tickets and Sponsorships can be purchased online here: https://bit.ly/3XYx38L.

Custom Sponsorships are available by calling Lisa Giannascoli at 908-635-7647.

About Bridgeway:

Over the past 55 years, Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services has grown from providing one vocational program for people experiencing mental health disabilities, located in Bridgeway's founding home in the City of Elizabeth, to providing a range of urgent care, short term and long term services answering a growing need among our friends, neighbors and loved ones.

Bridgeway services provide evidence based treatment for mental health care, substance use, and co-morbidities in ten New Jersey counties. Services include living room model crisis intervention centers in Hudson and union Counties, as well as extensive professional session-based counseling services.

For more information, visit https://www.bridgewaybhs.org/ or call 877-692-5664

Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services, New Jersey's leading nonprofit mental health and substance use rehabilitation and recovery organization, will host its Annual Chairperson's Dinner on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 373 Clermont Terrace in Union, N.J.

Related link: https://www.bridgewaybhs.org/

Fairport Wealth Announces 2022 Community Beacon Recipient

CLEVELAND, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ -- Fairport Wealth is pleased to announce Beech Brook, a local behavioral health agency that empowers children and their families, as its 2022 Community Beacon. It is especially important to support the mental health needs of children and adolescents this year, and we are proud to assist Beech Brook's mission.

Beech Brook: Helping Families Thrive Since 1852

Beech Brook was founded 170 years ago after a cholera epidemic left many children homeless-and the non-profit continues to help children and their families thrive. Beech Brook's President and CEO, Thomas Royer says, "We're committed to delivering on our founders' mission for today's most vulnerable children and families, and for generations to come." Fairport's Managing Partner, Ken Coleman adds, "Our mission, like Beech Brook's, is to inspire families, and we are happy to be a part of their anniversary celebration." Throughout the year, Beech Brook will empower Fairport and Luma Wealth families by providing educational resources about mental health.

Fairport and Luma Wealth: Joining the Mission

CMO, Kristen Lucas says, "Fairport and Luma Wealth team members are eager to support Beech Brook's events throughout the year, including its spring fundraiser, 5k and Family Fun Run, and other volunteer opportunities. And our clients, who share our commitment to support the community, will be invited to join us!" Tom Seifert, an Advisor at Fairport and Luma Wealth, is an avid Beech Brook supporter and has provided leadership on the Board of Directors for over a decade.

About Fairport Wealth

Fairport Wealth provides comprehensive wealth management solutions for high-net-worth individuals and guides them through life's transitions. Clients value our depth of talent and experience, along with our collaborative and approachable style. For more information, visit https://fairportwealth.com/.

About Luma Wealth

Luma Wealth Advisors is a division of Fairport Wealth that provides women and their families personalized wealth planning, experienced investment management, and a supportive, enriching community where they can learn, connect, and celebrate with other women. For more information, visit https://lumawealth.com/.

Securities offered through Hightower Securities, LLC. Member FINRA/SIPC, Hightower Advisors, LLC is a SEC Registered Investment Adviser.

More information: https://www.fairportwealth.com/index

Fairport Wealth is pleased to announce Beech Brook, a local behavioral health agency that empowers children and their families, as its 2022 Community Beacon. It is especially important to support the mental health needs of children and adolescents this year, and we are proud to assist Beech Brook's mission.

Related link: https://www.fairportwealth.com/

Stride’s Evidence-Based Autism Therapy Now Available at Four Iowa Locations

DES MOINES, Iowa /ScoopCloud/ -- Stride Autism Centers ("Stride"), a mission-driven provider of evidence-based therapy for children with autism, today announced that it has expanded to serve families at four centers throughout Iowa. Stride is now actively enrolling clients at all four locations, including Clive and Johnston in the Des Moines metro area, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport in the Quad Cities.

Stride's clinical team specializes in Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA therapy - the most rigorously studied "gold standard" of treatment for individuals with autism. All of Stride's centers exclusively serve preschool-age children (ages 2-6) and utilize 1:1 therapist-to-child ratios to provide individualized support during the most critical years of child development.

Every child at Stride has a highly customized treatment plan developed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts and overseen by a dually credentialed clinical psychologist/BCBA-D.

"Stride's mission to provide the best possible support to children with autism and their families is deeply personal to me," said Brad Zelinger, Stride's Founder and CEO. "My sister has an autism-related disorder called Rett Syndrome. She is nonverbal, and requires substantial support in everyday activities. I founded Stride so individuals like her can get the effective therapy they need as early as possible to live more independent, joyous lives. As a Midwesterner myself, I'm particularly motivated to bring Stride's services to underserved communities throughout the Midwest."

"Decades of research demonstrating the effectiveness of early intervention for children with autism underly our decision to specialize in the early treatment of young learners," said Dr. Ashley Whittington-Barnish, PhD, LCP, BCBA-D, NCSP, Stride's Clinical Director and University Chair of ABA at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

"Our mission-driven team is incredibly motivated by Stride's unwavering commitment to meaningful outcomes. We're grateful that our singular focus on the highest quality care has allowed us to attract outstanding clinical leaders and therapists alike," Dr. Whittington-Barnish added.

About Stride Autism Centers

With center-based programs throughout the Midwest, Stride Autism Centers is a mission-driven provider of Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA therapy, to preschool-age children with autism. Stride can help with communication, social skills, self-care, school readiness, play and leisure, transitioning and emotional regulation. Prospective families can call 515-207-5251 (Iowa) or 312-554-5578 (Chicagoland) or visit Stride's website at https://stridecenters.com/.

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*Caption: Stride Autism Centers in South Loop, Chicago

Stride Autism Centers ("Stride"), a mission-driven provider of evidence-based therapy for children with autism, today announced that it has expanded to serve families at four centers throughout Iowa. Stride is now actively enrolling clients at all four locations, including Clive and Johnston in the Des Moines metro area, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport in the Quad Cities.

Related link: https://stridecenters.com/

Duke City Cares Launching Behavioral Healthcare Services

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. /ScoopCloud/ -- Duke City Cares, the local family-owned company that developed Duke City Urgent Care and Duke City Primary Care, is launching a Behavioral Healthcare service line to expand the services they offer in their ongoing mission to improve the health of the communities they serve and they are looking for great providers to join their team.

According to founder and CEO Dr. Hank Taliaferro, "We are committed to providing value and quality in healthcare and behavioral healthcare is a critical part of our patients' health."

Behavioral Health is an integral part of everyday healthcare. New Mexicans are faced with a dire shortage of these services across the state that is only being compounded by ongoing practice closures. Duke City believes their mission of providing fast, friendly, high-quality healthcare services can be applied within New Mexico behavioral healthcare offerings by making it accessible for those in need.

Through the offering of Urgent Care, Primary Care, Occupational Medicine, Mobile Healthcare, and now Behavioral Healthcare, Duke City Cares can offer a wide scope of services to the patients they serve to improve the health of New Mexicans. Duke City Cares' commitment to its patients and the community aims to bridge the service gap and make Behavioral Healthcare an accessible part of their comprehensive Primary Care offerings.

Duke City is currently assembling a team and seeking a few specially licensed individuals to support this service line. We are seeking licensed Ph.D./Psy.D., LISW/LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, or Psychiatric Mental-Health Nurse Practitioners to join the Behavioral Health Care team. Additional information can be found on their Indeed website job page.

"We are looking for unique individuals who embody our commitment to quality, compassionate care for our patients and are excited to add this important service to the Duke City Cares experience," says Dr. Taliaferro.

For further information about the Behavioral Healthcare program or to apply for a position please contact Human Resources Manager Michal Charles at info@dukecityurgentcare.com or visit our website at https://www.dukecityprimarycare.com/.

Duke City Cares, the local family-owned company that developed Duke City Urgent Care and Duke City Primary Care, is launching a Behavioral Healthcare service line to expand the services they offer in their ongoing mission to improve the health of the communities they serve and they are looking for great providers to join their team.

Related link: https://www.dukecityprimarycare.com/

Nutritional and Behavioral Care Launches Updated Website

RIDGEFIELD, Conn. /ScoopCloud/ -- Nutritional and Behavioral Care, a licensed nutritionist and dietitian, in Ridgefield, Connecticut, is pleased to announce that they have recently updated their website. This was to ensure that the website is up to date, can easily be navigated, and is mobile responsive.

Nutritional & Behavioral Care offers health management counseling services, including nutritional counseling, weight management programs, behavioral counseling weight management programs, behavioral counseling, safe nutritional products tailored to your specific health needs, and psychotherapy

Rosalie Schiappacasse-Janette has more than 35 years' experience in nutritional counseling. She holds master's degrees in nutrition and in Social Work from the University of California and is a practicing psychotherapist.

In 1982, she started her private practice in Ridgefield CT. Since then, she has counseled over 10,000 clients and achieved a high level of experience and success in helping her clients to use their own mental capacity to live a healthier, happier life.

As a health management professional, nutritional consultant, and psychotherapist, she offers nutritional counseling together with behavior modification counseling to create realistic plans that work for persons of all ages. Rosalie is also a licensed Social Worker CSW helping people with eating disorders and daily stress issues.

Those who are interested in nutrition, weight management or behavioral management in Ridgefield, CT and surrounding areas may want to check out the Nutritional and Behavioral Care website at https://www.nutritionalandbehavioralcare.com/

Nutritional & Behavioral Care offers health management counseling services throughout Fairfield County, CT and Westchester County, NY.

Media Contact:
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Nutritional and Behavioral Care
15158 Danbury Rd. Suite #4 Ridgefield CT 06877 US
203-431-3438

Nutritional and Behavioral Care, a licensed nutritionist and dietitian, in Ridgefield, Connecticut, is pleased to announce that they have recently updated their website. This was to ensure that the website is up to date, can easily be navigated, and is mobile responsive.

Bounce Box, a New System to Combat Stress in Young Kids, Earns Mom’s Choice Award

DUXBURY, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Mom's Choice Awards(R) has named Bounce Box as among the best in family-friendly products and services based on a number of elements including production quality, design, educational value, entertainment value, originality, appeal, and cost.

"Bounce Box is a special kit offering a fun way to bond with kids while teaching them how to be resilient and bounce back from everyday stress," says Alice Kearney, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Bounce Box creator. "We are honored that MCA recognized Bounce Box as a helpful tool during this crucial time."

To be considered for an award, each entrant submits five (5) identical samples for testing. Evaluators are bound by a strict code of ethics not only to ensure objectivity, but also to ensure that the evaluation is free from manufacturer influence. The five evaluations are submitted to the MCA Executive Committee for final review and approval.

"Children in my practice were showing signs of depression and anxiety at an alarming rate," says Alice Kearney, LMHC. "I wanted to help. Not many families have the luxury of working with a children's therapist, but through the Bounce Box, parents can use the tactics from my sessions in the comfort of their own homes to get results. It helps all children think more positively, not just those with depression, and works well at home or in the classroom."

"Our aim to introduce families and educators to best-in-class products and services," explains Dawn Matheson, Executive Director of the Mom's Choice Awards. "We have a passion to help families grow emotionally, physically and spiritually. Parents and educators know that products and services bearing our seal of approval are high-quality and also a great value. The MCA evaluation program is designed to incorporate the expertise of scientists, physicians and other specialists; but we also engage parents, children, educators, and caregivers because they are experts in knowing what is best for their families."

About Bounce Box

The Bounce Box is a system developed by child therapist, Alice Kearney, to offer a fun, interactive way to help kids develop a positive, healthy way of thinking. Focused on flexible thinking and resiliency, it helps to change behavioral habits in a positive way. The box includes a rhyming story book to introduce the concept of resiliency, a creative activity book to uncover issues and enhance positive thinking skills, and fun toys and tools to accompany the lessons. Parents, kids, educators and therapists all love the effective reward system which reinforces "bouncy" behavior. A great bonding activity that offers a simple solution for complex times.

Information about Bounce Box: https://bounce-box.com/.

For samples, contact info@bounce-box.com.

About Alice Kearney: https://www.alicekearney.com/.

About the Mom's Choice Awards(R)

The Mom's Choice Awards(R) (MCA) evaluates products and services created for children, families and educators. The program is globally recognized for establishing the benchmark of excellence in family-friendly media, products and services. The organization is based in the United States and has reviewed thousands of entries from more than 55 countries.

Around the world, parents, educators, retailers and members of the media look for the MCA mother-and-child Honoring Excellence seal of approval when selecting quality products and services for children and families.

Learn more about the Mom's Choice Awards by visiting their website: http://www.momschoiceawards.com/.

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Photo Caption: Bounce Box comes in a neat box and is filled with story and work books and useful toys/tools to help with lessons.

The Mom's Choice Awards has named Bounce Box as among the best in family-friendly products and services based on a number of elements including production quality, design, educational value, entertainment value, originality, appeal, and cost.

Related link: https://bounce-box.com/

Georgia Psychiatric Practice Provides Insurance-Covered Telehealth Services

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, many mental health practices are being forced to close their doors to patients. These closures are causing even more anxiety and stress. United Behavioral Health Solutions (UBHS, Inc.) is happy to report that it continues to see patients via its telehealth services during a time when they likely need it most.

And, the news gets even better. According to The American Psychiatric Association, "The use of video-based telepsychiatry helps meet patients' needs for convenient, affordable and readily-accessible mental health services." It also cites growing evidence that telepsychiatry leads to improved outcomes and higher patient satisfaction ratings. As a result, policy makers, payers and providers are increasingly considering ways to implement and use it.

"Thanks to our mental telehealth services, there has been no disruption to current services and care and we can help new patients in need too. Our model allows us to help patients meet their specific challenges - anytime, anywhere," Michael Coleman, CEO, UBHS, says.

While the primary focus during this pandemic has been maintaining physical wellness, mental health cannot be overlooked.

"In fact, during times of social isolation, existing mental health conditions can be heightened and new ones may occur. We're here for everyone from adults to kids who have nowhere to go," Coleman says.

UBHS is able to take same-day or next-day appointments and has a built-in Internet-based technology platform that makes connecting with a mental health expert easy and stress free. It also accepts Medicaid, Medicare and most major insurance plans.

In addition to working with individuals, UBHS also works directly with correction facilities, nursing homes, private practices, community service boards, crisis stabilization units, schools and inpatient hospitals. It serves patient populations in Georgia, South Carolina and Kentucky.

For more information, visit: https://www.ubhsinc.com/

About UBHS

UBHS specializes in telepsychiatry and psychotherapy to provide quick and convenient access to a broader community where provider access is limited. It was founded by a group of caring medical and mental health professionals who are passionate about helping people with emotional/behavioral problems.

Together, they set their goals to build a business to provide a cost effective, high quality and sustainable solution to healthcare. Its highly-trained, diverse and seasoned staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists and counselors.

All of its physicians and clinicians are board certified, licensed and carefully screened and trained to work across a technology platform that is highly secured, Internet-based and HIPAA compliant.

MEDIA CONTACT:
AJ Norris
of UBHS, Inc.
+1-404-445-5758
anorris@ubhsinc.com

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, many mental health practices are being forced to close their doors to patients. These closures are causing even more anxiety and stress. United Behavioral Health Solutions (UBHS, Inc.) is happy to report that it continues to see patients via its telehealth services during a time when they likely need it most.

Related link: https://www.ubhsinc.com/

Early Learning Autism Therapy Center in Houston to Open in Friendswood

FRIENDSWOOD, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Behavioral Innovations, a leading provider of center-based ABA therapy, today announced their newest center opening that will be located in Friendswood, Texas, a suburb of the Houston metro area. The growing need to provide access to early autism services is increasing as more children are being diagnosed with autism than ever before.

Behavioral Innovations, a leader in providing evidenced-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children on the autism spectrum, will be opening their newest center in Friendswood, TX on Monday, September 30, 2019. This will mark Behavioral Innovations' 32nd center opening across Texas and Oklahoma, making them one of the largest providers of center-based ABA therapy in the region. Their centers focus on providing a fun, engaging play-based approach in helping every child reach their developmental goals.

Applied Behavior Analysis therapy is the most effective, early-intervention treatment for children with Autism. Behavioral Innovation's center-based model is designed to promote growth in children's skills across many facets of development including social interaction, skill acquisition, play skills, communication, and adaptive skills. Behavioral Innovations' state-of-the-art facilities offer a fun, welcoming environment where learning and social interaction occur more naturally.

The new therapy center will be led by Clinical Director, Drew Mercer. Mr. Mercer has over 10 years of healthcare experience working in various settings including center-based development, which makes him a great fit to help kick start the new center.

"We are very excited to open our doors to the Friendswood community and serve as a great resource for those families dealing with a child with autism," said Mr. Mercer. "The surrounding community has already welcomed us openly and we look forward to partnering with other healthcare providers in the area as we all work together."

About Behavioral Innovations:

Behavioral Innovations started almost 20 years ago when founders Lori Russo, Carla Edwards and Billy Edwards, armed with their master's as Behavioral Analysts, saw a lack of services available to help children diagnosed with autism. They opened the first autism therapy ABA center in Dallas, Texas in 2003 and continued to expand. Behavioral Innovations now serves close to 400 clients across Texas and Oklahoma. As a result, their growing team includes passionate and dedicated personnel such as admissions, insurance, billing, operations and most importantly, a highly skilled clinical staff.

The new Friendswood center is enrolling clients now. The center will be located at 105 East Shadowbend in Friendswood, Texas.

For more information, or to connect with the Friendswood therapy center, please call (855) 782-7822 or visit https://behavioral-innovations.com/.

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Behavioral Innovations, a leading provider of center-based ABA therapy, today announced their newest center opening that will be located in Friendswood, Texas, a suburb of the Houston metro area. The growing need to provide access to early autism services is increasing as more children are being diagnosed with autism than ever before.

Related link: https://behavioral-innovations.com/

MEDIA ADVISORY: Healthcare Stakeholders Comment on Special Registration for Telehealth

OMAHA, Neb. /ScoopCloud/ -- Encounter Telehealth, along with a number of healthcare stakeholders, submitted a letter with comments on the Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) implementation of a Special Registration provision for telehealth under the Ryan Haight Act.

This letter strongly urged the DEA to consider how the design of the process and criteria for special registrations for controlled substance prescribing through telehealth can positively or negatively impact patients living with serious, chronic, and disabling conditions-such as depression, anxiety, dementia, schizophrenia, substance use disorder, and many other conditions-in underserved communities.

To view more on the importance of Special Registration for Telemedicine Act of 2018, please read the full letter to the DEA HERE: https://www.americantelemed.org/policies/stakeholder-letter-to-dea-on-ryan-haight-special-registration/

Encounter Telehealth serves patients in rural communities across America. Many patients are residents in rehabilitation and skilled nursing facilities. These patients suffer from debilitating conditions that make receiving healthcare outside of the facility extremely taxing for both patients and staff.

Encounter Telehealth is joined by the following national organizations in order to highlight the immense potential of telehealth:
* Alyvant, Inc.
* American Association of Nurse Practitioners
* The American Telemedicine Association
* Bipartisan Policy Center
* Centerstone
* Cognitive Psychiatry of Chapel Hill PLLC
* Encounter Telehealth
* Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
* HealthyWomen
* Heron Therapeutics, Inc.
* InnovaTel Telepsychiatry
* InSight Telepsychiatry
* InTouch Health
* Men's Health Network
* National Hispanic Medical Association
* National Minority Quality Forum
* Ochsner Health System
* Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
* Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association (PCNA)

About Encounter Telehealth:

Encounter Telehealth, based in Omaha, Nebraska, was founded in 2012 with a mission to provide access to quality mental and behavioral healthcare. Our providers offer psychiatric medication management, staff training, evaluations, and therapy over a video telehealth platform to patients across America. Learn more: https://www.encounter.health/

Media Only Contact:
Jen Amis
(402) 590-2548
jen.amis@encountertelehealth.com

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Encounter Telehealth, along with a number of healthcare stakeholders, submitted a letter with comments on the Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) implementation of a Special Registration provision for telehealth under the Ryan Haight Act.

Related link: https://www.encounter.health/

Anti-Psychotic Drug Reduction in Skilled Nursing Facilities Through Telepsychiatry

OMAHA, Neb. /ScoopCloud/ -- An Encounter Telehealth analysis of 40 skilled nursing facility partners in Iowa revealed a 6.7% reduction in the use of anti-psychotics. This reduction occurred after an average of 14 months of partnering with Encounter on psychiatric care. The national average was less than a 4% reduction during the same period.

The analysis shows the percentage of anti-psychotic drug use among facilities in 2015, prior to working with Encounter, and in 2018.

The data comes from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and can be accessed on CMS Nursing Home Compare: https://www.medicare.gov/nursinghomecompare/search.html

Of the 443 nursing homes in Iowa, the 40 facilities that Encounter Telehealth partners with have shown an average 6.7% reduction in the use of anti-psychotics between 2015 and 2018. Some facilities have shown substantial reductions, including one facility that went from 28.6% in 2015 to a low 7.3% in 2018. That is a 21.3% decrease in the usage of anti-psychotics, and nearly one half of the current national average. Encounter Telehealth's partner facilities in Iowa had an average 12.1% of residents on anti-psychotic medications as of 2018, which is 2.4% below the average of total Iowa nursing homes.

CMS estimates that only a small fraction of long-term residents will ever have a condition warranting the use of anti-psychotics, however they are repeatedly over-prescribed and at a great price. Facilities that do not show a reduction in anti-psychotic medication distribution can be penalized with a maximum 2% Medicare reduction. However, facilities that prove a reduction in their use of anti-psychotics are eligible of a maximum bonus of 1.6% Medicare payouts.

Through Encounter Telehealth, patients receive evaluations and psychiatric medication management services by Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners. This ensures proper diagnoses and medication management from the convenience of the facility. Encounter also offers talk therapy, which has been proven to be beneficial to patients with dementia and cognitive decline. In addition, Encounter provides staff training. Proper staff training can ensure quality healthcare and safety for everyone. When staff is trained to use alternative, non-pharmacological interventions, studies have shown statistical benefits in patients with dementia.

Encounter Telehealth provides behavioral mental healthcare in long term communities. At Encounter, our providers are focused on administering compassionate, consistent, and quality care.

About Encounter Telehealth LLC:
Encounter Telehealth, based out of Omaha, Nebraska, was founded in 2012 with a mission to provide access to quality mental and behavioral healthcare. Our providers offer psychiatric medication management, staff training, evaluations, and therapy over a video telehealth platform to patients across America.

Connect with Encounter Telehealth on our website: https://www.encounter.health/ - or on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook

Encounter Telehealth, 900 S 74th Plaza, Omaha, NE 68114, Tel (844) 485-3041.

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An Encounter Telehealth analysis of 40 skilled nursing facility partners in Iowa revealed a 6.7% reduction in the use of anti-psychotics. This reduction occurred after an average of 14 months of partnering with Encounter on psychiatric care. The national average was less than a 4% reduction during the same period.

Related link: https://www.encounter.health/

Autism Treatment Centers of Michigan Announces Opening of New Clinical Center in Kentwood

KENTWOOD, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ -- Autism Centers of Michigan (ACM), a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services throughout Michigan, announced the opening of a new clinical center location in Kentwood, Michigan. The new center, located at 1545 68th Street SE, will allow ACM to expand on its existing services in the Grand Rapids area, by offering a second clinical center for children of all ages.

"We are thrilled to be expanding our ABA services by adding a second clinical center in the Grand Rapids area," said Krista Boe, a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and ACM's Chief Clinical Officer. "Our clinical team has been serving clients in the area for nearly three years; this new center provides additional supports and treatment options for both our clients and our staff."

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held at the clinical center from 8:30-9:30 a.m. on September 13, 2019.

"We are delighted to be able to provide this additional resource to our current and future clients and their families in Grand Rapids! Since we began providing services in Kent County nearly 3 years ago, we have had the honor and privilege of establishing meaningful partnerships within the community as we continuously strive to meet our goal of improving the lives of individuals and their families impacted by autism. We could not be more excited about this opportunity to expand our program to serve additional families in need in the greater Grand Rapids area!" said Rachel Gossan, BCBA and ACM's regional clinical director.

About the Autism Centers of Michigan:

The Autism Centers of Michigan (ACM), a wholly owned subsidiary of Acorn Health, is a leading provider of intensive, evidence-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) treatment for individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum and related disorders. ACM is certified as a Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE), serving hundreds of families at homes and clinical centers across the state of Michigan. Founded in 2013, ACM is headquartered in Traverse City, Michigan. Acorn Health is a national provider of ABA therapy, with locations in Michigan, Virginia, and Florida.
To learn more about our centers: https://www.autismcentersmi.com/

Media Contact:
Macrina Cipa
Autism Centers of Michigan
(231) 668-4909 Ext. 8101
macipa@autismcentersmi.com

Autism Centers of Michigan (ACM), a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services throughout Michigan, announced the opening of a new clinical center location in Kentwood, Michigan. The new center, located at 1545 68th Street SE, will allow ACM to expand on its existing services in the Grand Rapids area, by offering a second clinical center for children of all ages.

Related link: https://www.autismcentersmi.com

ChildFirst Behavior Therapy to sponsor upcoming autism walk on Chicago’s North Shore

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- ChildFirst Behavior Therapy, a local provider of progressive ABA therapy for children affected by autism, announced today that it has sponsored the upcoming Autism Speaks Walk on Chicago's North Shore on April 28, 2019.

"As the parent of a child with autism, I know how important it is to support other families facing the same challenges," said Ashley Musial, Board Certified Behavior Analyst and founder of ChildFirst Behavior Therapy. "We're proud to be a part of the Illinois autism community and we know that together, we can bring each other hope for what's ahead."

The Autism Speaks Walk is the world's largest fundraising event dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with autism. Families and supporters will travel 2-3 miles around New Trier High School with the goal of raising $195,000 to increase awareness and support for children affected by autism. ChildFirst will meet new families during the event at a sponsored tent marked by green and white ChildFirst balloons.

For Musial, supporting Autism Speaks is a natural extension of ChildFirst's community outreach, which also includes speaking engagements for parent groups.

"Every time we interact with another family like ours, we have a chance to make a difference in their lives," Musial said. "Our entire practice is excited to help make an impact."

To learn more about ChildFirst, visit: https://www.childfirstbehaviortherapy.com/.

About ChildFirst Behavior Therapy:

ChildFirst Behavior Therapy is a provider of progressive ABA therapy in Virginia and in the Chicagoland area. The practice offers therapy that is responsive, respectful and tailored to each child's needs, treating patients from birth up to age 26. ChildFirst's goal is to bring hope to families affected by autism and other behavioral challenges, creating a supportive environment that involves parents and siblings in the healing process.

ChildFirst Behavior Therapy, a local provider of progressive ABA therapy for children affected by autism, announced today that it has sponsored the upcoming Autism Speaks Walk on Chicago's North Shore on April 28, 2019.

Advocate and Author David Sheff to Speak at Local Benefit

SAN MATEO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Nationally-recognized advocate and best-selling author David Sheff will be the featured speaker at the 16th Annual Circle of Support Luncheon in Menlo Park on April 26, 2019. This annual benefit event, which is presented by the nonprofit organization Caminar and its Family & Children Services of Silicon Valley division, raises funds for local behavioral health and supportive services.

Annually, the organization's prevention, treatment and recovery services reach more than 20,000 people of all ages on the Peninsula and in the South Bay.

Speaker David Sheff is the author of "Beautiful Boy: A Father's Journey Through His Son's Addiction," which was adapted as a feature film in 2018, and "Clean: Overcoming Addiction and Ending America's Greatest Tragedy." Among other honors, Sheff has been named to the Time 100, Time Magazine's list of the World's Most Influential People, and received a Special Tribute Award "in recognition of his voice and leadership for families who are struggling with addiction" from the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids. A U.C. Berkeley graduate, Sheff lives with his family in Northern California.

Registration is now open for the luncheon, which will be hosted at Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club in Menlo Park on Friday, April 26, 2019. The annual event convenes nearly 300 local guests and benefits the work of Caminar and its Family & Children Services of Silicon Valley division.

The event highlights an aspect of the nonprofit's organization mission. In recent years, guests have heard from Dr. Tina Payne Bryson, a leading voice in the world of psychotherapy and brain-based learning; Sam Quinones, author of Dreamland: The True Story of America's Opioid Epidemic; Transgender Icon Dr. Marci Bowers; and Leslie Morgan Steiner, presenter of the 1st TED Talk by a domestic violence survivor.

The 16th Annual Circle of Support Luncheon is generously underwritten by individual and corporate supporters, including Carole Middleton, El Camino Hospital, the San Francisco 49ers and Hanson Crawford Crum. This year's event is chaired by Rod Sockolov of Atherton.

For more information or to reserve tickets, please visit https://www.caminar.org/events, email events@caminar.org or call 650.513.1509.

About Caminar:

Founded in San Mateo, California, in 1964, Caminar serves more than 20,000 individuals annually in the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California. The nonprofit organization's portfolio of behavioral health and supportive services empowers and supports individuals and families to move toward resilience, wellness, and independence. The continuum of prevention, treatment and recovery services includes residential and outpatient mental health and substance use treatment services, youth development, supportive housing, vocational rehabilitation and supported education.

Family & Children Services of Silicon Valley, the originator of the Circle of Support Luncheon, became a division of Caminar through a merger in January 2017. The division was founded in 1948 and provides services throughout Santa Clara County.

Caminar is a 501(c)(3) organization. More information is available at https://www.caminar.org/.

Nationally-recognized advocate and best-selling author David Sheff will be the featured speaker at the 16th Annual Circle of Support Luncheon in Menlo Park on April 26, 2019. This annual benefit event, which is presented by the nonprofit organization Caminar and its Family & Children Services of Silicon Valley division, raises funds for local behavioral health and supportive services.

Related link: https://www.caminar.org/

Caminar Announces Mark Cloutier as New CEO

SAN MATEO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Board of Directors of Caminar has announced the appointment of Mark Cloutier, MPP, MPH, as Chief Executive Officer of the $39M nonprofit behavioral health organization. Dedicated to empowering and supporting individuals and families with complex needs to move toward resilience, wellness and independence, Caminar serves more than 20,000 people each year in the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California.

Cloutier has dedicated his career to increasing access to quality health and supportive services and improving communities' overall health and well-being. With Master's degrees in public policy and public health, Cloutier has held leadership roles in health and behavioral health services organizations and foundations, including Horizons Services, San Francisco Foundation, the Center for Youth Wellness, Kaiser Family Foundation and San Francisco AIDS Foundation.

"In addition to top caliber leadership experience, we sought a CEO who has vision for and commitment to the work of Caminar," says Suzan Getchell-Wallace, President of the Board of Directors of Caminar. "Mark believes strongly in the comprehensive services we offer and the importance of offering optimal care to the communities we serve."

Founded in 1964 in San Mateo County, Caminar has grown significantly over the last two years in response to the growing complexity of behavioral health needs affecting the communities it serves. With a five-county service area encompassing San Mateo, San Francisco, Santa Clara, Solano and Butte counties, the organization delivers programmatic innovations and solution-focused services that address fundamental issues affecting the health of individuals and families, including mental wellness, addiction recovery, family violence and homelessness.

"Improving the health of communities begins with understanding the role of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and social determinants of health in predisposing individuals, families and communities to poor mental health and physical health outcomes," says Mark Cloutier, CEO of Caminar. "Caminar is in a unique position to address the comprehensive needs of individuals, families and communities though our trauma informed, evidence based clinical services and our collaborations with government, nonprofit and community institutions to focus on and remedy root causes."

In order to best serve the increasingly complex needs of individuals and families, Caminar has been evolving toward a whole person care approach, in which the essential factors underlying a person's health, from physical and mental wellness through housing and employment, are addressed holistically.

Recent mergers have advanced this aim by adding complementary programs and expertise to Caminar. Family & Children Services of Silicon Valley, based in Santa Clara County, brought expertise in adult substance use treatment, family violence prevention, school-based counseling programs, adolescent mental health services, and programs for LGBTQ communities. The addition of Healthy Partnerships, based in Solano County, enhanced the organization's continuum of care in the county by expanding mental health services and adding adolescent and adult substance use treatment services. Project Ninety, based in San Mateo County, expanded the organization's substance use treatment and recovery services capacity in the region.

Cloutier started in the role of CEO on January 31, 2019.

About Caminar:

Founded in San Mateo, California, in 1964, Caminar serves more than 20,000 individuals annually in the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California. The nonprofit organization's portfolio of behavioral health and supportive services empowers and supports individuals and families to move toward resilience, wellness, and independence. The continuum of prevention, treatment and recovery services includes residential and outpatient mental health and substance use treatment services, youth development, supportive housing, vocational rehabilitation and supported education.

More information about the organization is available at: https://www.caminar.org/

The Board of Directors of Caminar has announced the appointment of Mark Cloutier, MPP, MPH, as Chief Executive Officer of the $39M nonprofit behavioral health organization. Dedicated to empowering and supporting individuals and families with complex needs to move toward resilience, wellness and independence, Caminar serves more than 20,000 people each year in the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California.

Related link: https://www.caminar.org/