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Cielo.Travel Publishes February 2026 Update to ‘The 17 Best Restaurants in Bogota,’ Colombia Guide

Monthly 'best restaurants in Bogota' series helps travelers plan dining itineraries with a curated list and map

BOGOTA, Colombia, Feb. 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Cielo.Travel today released its February 2026 update to “The 17 Best Restaurants in Bogota,” a monthly guide that spotlights standout dining experiences across Colombia’s capital. The refreshed list spans chef-led tasting menus, neighborhood favorites, market-based cuisine and historic institutions, and includes an interactive map to help visitors build efficient, high-quality itineraries.

Image caption: Cielo.Travel Publishes February 2026 Update to ‘The 17 Best Restaurants in Bogota,’ Colombia Guide.

Bogota’s dining scene changes quickly. New concepts open, menus rotate seasonally, and areas like Chapinero, Zona G and the Centro Historico continue to sharpen their culinary identities. For travelers and media, that pace creates a common problem: restaurant recommendations become stale fast. Cielo.Travel’s approach is to publish a clear, editorially consistent update every month, built as a practical reference that is easy to scan, easy to verify, and easy to plan around.

FEBRUARY 2026 LIST HIGHLIGHTS

The February 2026 edition features (in ranked order): Cafe Bar Universal; Bubu Burgers; Leo; Treme; Universal de Hamburguesas; El Chato; Restaurante Cecilia; Cacio & Pepe; Pajares Salinas; Plaza de Mercado La Perseverancia; El Galapago Campestre; Fortezza; Pizzardi Artigianale; Santa Fe Restaurante; La Puerta Falsa; Les Amis Bizcocheria; and Los Galenos Restaurante.

“Our goal is simple: make it easier to eat incredibly well in Bogota,” said Shawn Christopher Hiner Leamon, CEO of Cielo.Travel. “Most lists are either too generic, too biased toward a single neighborhood, or outdated the moment you land. We’re committing to a monthly update that reflects what’s actually resonating right now, so travelers can plan with confidence, and restaurants get deserved recognition.”

EDITORIAL METHODOLOGY

Cielo.Travel compiles the guide using a traveler-first editorial lens focused on repeatable quality and real-world experience. Selections prioritize:

– Consistency: reliable execution across visits, not one-off hype.

– Distinctiveness: a clear point of view (technique, ingredients, concept or setting).

– Experience: service, atmosphere and overall value relative to category.

– Relevance: how well a restaurant represents a broader Bogota food story, from contemporary Colombian cooking and grill culture to Italian craft traditions and classic institutions.

Because the guide is updated monthly, it is designed to evolve. As openings, closures, menu shifts and neighborhood trends develop, the list can adapt without losing its editorial continuity. Cielo.Travel also welcomes factual updates from restaurants (hours, reservation policies, temporary closures) to keep the resource accurate for readers.

WHY A ‘BEST RESTAURANTS IN BOGOTA’ GUIDE MATTERS

For many visitors, dining is one of the fastest ways to understand a destination. Bogota offers an unusually wide range of experiences within a short ride: world-renowned tasting menus, casual natural-wine spots, legendary bakeries, and bustling plazas where regional flavors come together. The guide is intended to reduce decision fatigue, especially for time-constrained travelers who want a high hit-rate itinerary without spending hours researching.

The monthly format is also built for hotels, travel advisors and journalists who need a current, organized reference. Each update is written in clear English for an international audience, while still reflecting on-the-ground local knowledge.

PLANNING SUPPORT FOR VISITORS

In addition to publishing the restaurant guide, Cielo.Travel helps visitors plan a seamless Bogota stay. The company provides private and luxury tours, curated experiences and custom itineraries, and can coordinate logistics between neighborhoods and reservations for travelers who want a premium, low-friction trip. Readers can also explore related Bogota resources published by Cielo.Travel, including guides to coffee shops and wellness-focused travel.

HOW TO ACCESS THE GUIDE

The updated “The 17 Best Restaurants in Bogota (Updated 2026)” guide is available now and includes a map to help readers route meals efficiently across the city:

https://cielo.travel/best-restaurants-bogota/

ABOUT CIELO.TRAVEL

Cielo.Travel is a Colombia-based travel company specializing in private and luxury tours, curated experiences and custom itineraries across Bogota, Cartagena and destinations throughout Colombia. The company serves travelers, families and corporate groups who want local expertise, premium logistics and thoughtful planning that prioritizes safety, reliability and authentic experiences. National Tourism Registry: 265629.

Learn more: https://cielo.travel/

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Luvme Outlet Launches with Up to 50% Off Select Wigs

NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 4, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Luvme Hair, a trusted brand of real hair wigs and hair extensions, announced the launch of Luvme Outlet, a new destination featuring up to 50% off select styles. The outlet brings together limited-time offers across popular looks, making it easier for customers to access quality, wear-ready options while Luvme Hair continues its focus on comfort, reliability, and customer-first shopping.

Image caption: Luvme Outlet Launches.

WHAT’S INSIDE LUVME OUTLET

Luvme Outlet is an always-on value destination where discounted styles rotate based on inventory—no end date, and items exit once they’re sold out. The outlet features a mix of markdowns and special offers across real hair wigs and hair extensions, giving shoppers multiple ways to save.

Outlet Markdown Deals (Up to 50% Off)
Select styles are available up to 50% off, with most products discounted 35% off.
BOGO Offers (Selected Wigs)
Buy One, Get One Free is available on designated products (styles vary by availability).
Mystery Wig + Random Gift
Shoppers can choose Mystery Wig deals that come with a random gift included.
One-Piece-Only: Factory-Direct Pricing
A “What You See Is What You Get” section features one-piece-only items with factory-direct pricing, with select deals down to $59.9.

Official Entry: Luvme Outlet

Know More Details please contact Luvme customer service: customercare@luvmehair.com

STYLE SPOTLIGHT: FEATURED FINDS IN LUVME OUTLET

Luvme Outlet highlights a rotating mix of everyday staples and trend-forward looks across key categories—ranging from bob silhouettes and curl patterns to headband-friendly options and easy, short-length picks. Featured styles include:

50% Off Wig – Bob Wig
A 12-inch brown-highlight yaki bob wig with bangs, designed with minimalist lace, a glueless fit, and a breathable cap for comfortable, everyday wear.
35% Off Wigs — Featured Styles
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Headband Wigs: quick, easy wear with curl options including kinky curly hair texture and jerry curl.
7×6 Closure Lace Parting Max Wig: expanded parting space paired with a sleek silky straight hair texture for a polished finish.
No Lace Water Wave 6 inches wig: Down to $59.9
A short, no-lace option in water wave texture, available in a 6-inch length and priced down to $59.9 (while supplies last).

“Luvme Outlet is designed to make best-selling styles and everyday go-tos easier to access—without a countdown clock,” said Helena Lee, founder of Luvme Hair. “With rotating markdowns, select BOGO offers, and one-piece-only finds, customers can shop the looks they want at prices that fit, while supplies last.”

ABOUT LUVME HAIR

Luvme Hair is a reputable brand in the hair wigs industry, known for its honey blonde wigs, 20 inches wigs, curly wigs and pixie cut wigs that allow individuals to effortlessly switch up their looks. With a focus on innovation, creativity, quality, and customer satisfaction, Luvme Hair has garnered a loyal customer base globally, with over 3 million satisfied customers. Customers can also explore luvme hair reviews to learn more about real-wear experiences across styles. To support worry-free shopping, Luvme offers a clear, customer-first Luvme refund and return policy. For more information, please visit https://shop.luvmehair.com/.

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12th Annual Cursive Is Cool Contest Launches Nationwide for Students in Grades K-7

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation (AHAF) announced today that its annual Cursive Is Cool® handwriting contest is now open to students in Kindergarten through Grade 7, encouraging young writers to express themselves creatively through cursive handwriting.

Image caption: 12th Annual Cursive Is Cool® Contest Launches Nationwide for Students in Grades K–7.

Now in its 12th year, the Cursive Is Cool® contest continues to grow in reach and enthusiasm, engaging students, teachers, and families worldwide. Children are invited to submit original cursive writing entries, which are judged on legibility, neatness, and creative content.

“Our judges are excited every year to see what children write,” said Lauren Mooney Bear, CG, Campaign for Cursive Chair and immediate past President of AHAF. “The entries are enlightening, often entertaining, and always inspiring. We are delighted to help young writers find their voices.”

The contest is supported by a wide range of individuals and businesses from around the globe, including Amsterdam Printing, Blind Pig Press, Caran d’Ache, Christy Zwenger Author, CursiveLogic, Dixon Ticonderoga, Fahrney’s Pens, Gary’s RV Repair (AZ), Itoya, J6R6, Louise Borden Author, Mirthos Paper, New American Cursive, PEN World, Profolio, Sakura, Sheila Lowe Author, and Writing Academy.

“Write – don’t type,” said Dr. Marion Rollings, Certified Graphologist. “Cursive writing is creative, personal, and fun. It also gives kids the opportunity to experiment with different pens and discover their own writing style.”

Image caption: Kobi: one of the Creative category winners.

Students are encouraged to enter early. First, Second, and Third Place prizes will be awarded in each grade based on handwriting quality, and two additional prizes per grade will be awarded for Creative Content, giving every participant a chance to win. Exceptional teachers will also be recognized.

The contest runs January 23 through April 15, 2026.

For more information, contact Lauren Mooney Bear at mooneybear19@gmail.com or Charles Talmadge at durufle8@gmail.com

Learn more and enter:
https://ahafhandwriting.org/Campaign_for_Cursive_Contest_2026

You don’t have to be the best writer around
To let your cursive skills be found.
Put pen to paper—give it a try,
Your words might soar, your letters fly!

Entering’s easy—jump right in,
Every page could help you win!

ABOUT THE AMERICAN HANDWRITING ANALYSIS FOUNDATION

The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation is a California-chartered 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization and the sponsor of Campaign for Cursive®. AHAF’s mission is to promote and advance the profession of handwriting analysis and to educate the public about the importance of handwriting. Donations are welcome.

Visit https://ahafhandwriting.org/

MEDIA CONTACT:
Sheila Lowe, President, AHAF
805-341-7833 (media only)
ahaf@ahafhandwriting.org

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Image caption: 12th Annual Cursive Is Cool® Contest Launches Nationwide for Students in Grades K–7

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Nashville Expert Warns ‘Dripping Faucets’ Won’t Save Washing Machines from Storm Fern Damage

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Comfort Appliance Repair Tennessee (https://www.comfortappliancerepairtn.com) today warned Nashville homeowners that the standard advice to “drip faucets” during freezing weather is leaving one critical appliance vulnerable: the washing machine. As the city thaws from Storm Fern, owner Dennis Godynuk reports a surge in flooded laundry rooms caused by frozen intake valves that homeowners assumed were safe.

Image caption: Dennis pointing to a frozen vent.

“A dripping kitchen sink doesn’t protect your washer,” Godynuk says. “If your laundry room is on an exterior wall or over a crawlspace, that water line is a sitting duck. We are seeing valves frozen solid even in houses where the heat is on. If you try to force a wash cycle while that line is clogged with ice, you’ll either burn out the intake valve or cause a flood once the pipe thaws.”

With another hard freeze expected this weekend, Comfort Appliance Repair Tennessee recommends two “30-second checks” before doing laundry.

THE WASHER WATER TEST

Before starting a load, turn on a cold-water fill for five seconds. If no water enters the drum, stop immediately. Do not keep restarting the machine, as this puts extreme pressure on frozen plastic parts. Shut off the water valves at the wall until the area is fully warmed to prevent a “thaw-out flood” if an internal line has already cracked.

THE DRYER EXHAUST PATH

Ice and heavy sleet from Storm Fern have frozen many exterior dryer vent flaps shut. For gas dryers, this is a major safety risk. “If the exhaust can’t get out, it backs up into the home,” Godynuk warns. “Take a walk outside and clear any ice from the outdoor vent hood by hand. If your clothes are taking two cycles to dry, stop using the machine. It is a sign the vent is restricted.”

Comfort Appliance Repair Tennessee provides expert service for GE, Whirlpool, Samsung, and LG appliances across the greater Nashville area. All repairs include a 90-day warranty.

ABOUT COMFORT APPLIANCE REPAIR OF TENNESSEE:

Comfort Appliance Repair of Tennessee is a locally owned appliance repair firm serving Nashville and Middle Tennessee. Managed by owner Dennis Godynuk, the company provides expert maintenance for major laundry and kitchen brands including GE, Samsung, and Whirlpool. Godynuk’s practical home maintenance advice has been featured in national publications such as Family Handyman and BobVila.

More information: https://www.comfortappliancerepairtn.com/

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Clickworthy Inc. (on behalf of Comfort Appliance Repair of Tennessee)
Attn: Kumar Vaibhav Tanwar
Phone: (647) 856-1272
Email: kumar@clickworthy.io

Note to Editors: Dennis Godynuk is available for immediate phone or on-camera interviews.

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National Radon Awareness Week is January 26-30: Pillar To Post Home Inspectors Share Important Information

TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 19, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Here is a shocking fact. The second leading cause of lung cancer is Radon, says Pillar To Post Home Inspectors. In the United States, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) [*1] estimates that about 21,000 lung cancer deaths each year are radon related and in Canada that number stands at approximately 3,000.

Image caption: Radon Mitigation Image – Pillar To Post Home Inspectors.

Radon, a dangerous gas, is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and radioactive. It is formed by the breakdown of uranium, a natural radioactive material found in soil, rock, and groundwater.

According to the EPA, 1 out of every 15 homes in the United States and Canada is estimated to have an elevated radon level. It typically moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home through cracks and other holes in the foundation. Your home traps radon inside, where it can build up. Any home may have a radon problem – this means new and old homes, well-sealed and drafty homes, and homes with or without basements since this secret killer comes from the ground not from construction materials.

HOW RADON CAN GET INTO YOUR HOME

Cracks in Solid Floors
Construction Joints
Cracks in Walls
Gaps in Suspended Floors
Gaps Around Service Pipes
Cavities Inside Walls
The Water Supply

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW & DO

According to the U.S. Department of Urban Development (HUD), Radon is measured in picoCuries per liter of air (pCi/L). Radon levels inside houses below 4 pCi/L are considered acceptable. If your home has radon levels above 4 pCi/L, you should act.
Radon testing will always be a service that a home buyer would need to request separately from a home inspection company.
A 48-hour test conducted by a home inspection professional will always be more accurate. If a home is found to have elevated levels, seal the foundation and all access points such as plumbing, small cracks and mortar joints with crack sealants.
Mechanical ventilation will be the next step. An HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilation) system will introduce exterior air into the building envelope and pressurize it.
Cover the earth floor in crawl spaces with a high-density plastic sheet. A vent pipe and fan can be used to blow the radon from under the sheet and vent it to the outdoors.
The EPA suggests radon testing every two years.
Certain geographic areas are more prone than others. Mountainous and/or rocky areas have the highest concentrations. Older homes with a brick or stone foundation are suspectable to radon.

HOW YOU CAN TEST FOR RADON

Radon testing is the only way to know if you and your family are at risk. Pillar To Post™ Home Inspectors conduct a short-term test using a continuous monitor to provide a snapshot of the home to see if it has elevated levels of Radon. Testing takes 2-3 days and results are provided and interpreted, and the report is sent directly to the client. Recommendations will then be made for a mitigation system. Even owners of condominiums, houses built on slabs, and other situations need to check on the air quality and the presence of Radon in their living quarters.

Visit https://pillartopost.com/radon/ for tools & resources, as well as how to contact your local home inspector.

ABOUT PILLAR TO POST™ HOME INSPECTORS

Founded in 1994, Pillar To Post Home Inspectors is the largest home inspection company in North America with home offices in Toronto and Tampa. There are 450+ franchises located across the United States and Canada. For further information, please visit https://pillartopost.com/.

CITATION:

[1] https://www.epa.gov/radon/health-risk-radon#:~:text=Overall%2C%20radon%20is%20the%20second,people%20who%20have%20never%20smoked

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Hillcrest Raises the Bar for Senior Brain Health by Serving Residents the MIND Diet Program at Every Meal, Every Day

LA VERNE, Calif., Jan. 14, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As national attention increasingly turns toward brain health and healthy aging, Hillcrest, a nonprofit continuing care retirement community in Southern California, is translating research into daily practice by offering seniors brain-healthy foods at every meal, every day. Hillcrest is the only senior living community in the region to fully integrate the MIND diet, a science-backed lifestyle approach to maintaining cognitive strength through nutrition, into its daily dining.

Image caption: Hillcrest in La Verne, Calif., offers MIND diet entrees at every meal, every day, as part of its overall wellness programs supporting cognitive health among its residents.

National media continue to profile how the Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay (MIND) diet protects the brain and might influence dementia risk. According to a recent article in The New York Times [1], studies show those who follow the MIND diet report better cognitive functioning, a lower risk of dementia and slower disease progression in people with Alzheimer’s. Research cited in the article indicates people may benefit from the diet regardless of whether they start it in midlife or later.

While many senior communities reference brain health in programming, Hillcrest distinguishes itself with its commitment to providing a research-driven, brain-healthy diet as part of the daily experience for its residents, one that is part of an overarching dementia-centered suite of initiatives adopted in 2019.

“We do not treat brain health as a trend. We treat it as a responsibility. When the research showed the MIND diet could meaningfully support cognitive health, we made the decision seven years ago to serve it every day at breakfast, lunch, and dinner,” says Ryan Harrison, PsyD, Certified Wellness Professional and Director of Resident Life and Wellness at Hillcrest. “Our residents enjoy delicious, thoughtful meals, and they also understand why those choices matter. That consistency is what sets Hillcrest apart.”

In addition to daily MIND diet menus, Hillcrest offers regular educational sessions to help residents understand the science behind brain-healthy nutrition and how food choices support overall wellness. Residents frequently report feeling supported, empowered, and satisfied by the variety and quality of meals offered.

“We understand the importance of nutrition’s role in maintaining cognitive longevity,” says Harrison. “I’m proud that Hillcrest’s health and wellness programs are committed to making brain health a priority.”

About Hillcrest

Hillcrest is an upscale 501(c)(3) nonprofit continuing care retirement community (CCRC) centrally located in the San Gabriel Valley, less than 30 minutes from Los Angeles, Anaheim, Pasadena, and San Bernardino and at the gateway to the Inland Empire. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood just off Foothill Boulevard in La Verne, California, Hillcrest offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing with an emphasis on wellness and health. For more information, visit: https://liveathillcrest.org/.

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CAPTION: Hillcrest in La Verne, Calif., offers MIND diet entrees at every meal, every day, as part of its overall wellness programs supporting cognitive health among its residents.

CITATIONS:

[1] https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/well/brain-health-mind-diet-recipes.html

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Run 2 The Rescue Featured by The Dodo – International Spotlight on Beijing-Based Dog Rescue Sparks Global Support

NEW YORK, N.Y., Jan. 6, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Run 2 The Rescue, a U.S. based nonprofit with rescue operations in Beijing, China, has been thrust onto the international stage after being featured by The Dodo — one of the world’s largest and most influential animal advocacy media platforms — in a moving story and viral video highlighting the rescue of a severely neglected dog.

Image caption: This is Kronk arriving in the USA. The disabled dog saved from East Asia’s dog meat trade who was featured in The Dodo article, alongside of Brandy Cherven, Co-Founder and CEO of Run 2 The Rescue.

The feature chronicles the emotional rehabilitation of a dog who spent nearly his entire life confined to a small cage, isolated and forgotten, before being saved by Run 2 The Rescue’s Beijing rescue team. The story has quickly gained worldwide attention, drawing a wave of new supporters and adopters from across the globe.

Being featured by The Dodo, places Run 2 The Rescue among an elite group of animal welfare organizations recognized for extraordinary impact, transparency, and lifesaving work.

“This is more than just a story — it’s a window into what these animals endure, and what is possible when compassion meets action,” said Brandy Cherven, Co-Founder of Run 2 The Rescue. “We rescue dogs that most people will never see and it gives them the second chance they were never supposed to have. Having The Dodo tell that story to the world is a once-in-a-lifetime moment for these animals.”

Added Cherven, “Our rescue’s name was named after the song lyrics by the late River Phoenix, who was a wonderful activist for the animals like his brother, Joaquin. The lyrics are ‘Run To The Rescue With Love, And Peace Will Follow.'”

Run 2 The Rescue was founded by Brandy Cherven and attorney Bonnie Klapper to address the extreme neglect, abandonment, and abuse faced by dogs in China — many of whom are saved from deplorable conditions, illegal breeding operations, or the meat trade. Their Beijing-based shelter provides emergency veterinary care, behavioral rehabilitation, and international adoption placement.

“Every dog we rescue carries trauma — and hope,” said Bonnie Klapper, Co-Founder of Run 2 The Rescue. “This recognition brings global visibility to a crisis most people don’t realize is happening, and it gives these animals a real chance at the loving homes they deserve.”

Since the release of The Dodo’s video, Run 2 The Rescue has seen a surge in adoption inquiries and volunteer outreach from around the world — giving them the opportunity to hopefully save even more lives in 2026 and beyond.

The full feature can be viewed on The Dodo’s website and social media channel: https://www.thedodo.com/broken-dog-who-spent-his-life-in-a-cage-has-no-idea-hes-a-little-different

ABOUT RUN 2 THE RESCUE

Run 2 The Rescue is a New York-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue organization with active rescue operations in Beijing, China. The organization specializes in rescuing abused, abandoned, and at-risk dogs, providing medical care, rehabilitation, and international adoption placement to give every animal a true second chance.

Learn more, adopt, or to help with a donation, go to:
https://run2therescue.com/.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Brandy Cherven
Co-Founder, Run 2 The Rescue
brandy@run2therescue.com

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AgingIN Hosts Executive Symposium Exploring the Future of Human-Centered Aging

ReImagining Care Models Conference in New Orleans, January 21 and 22, Open for Registration

NEW ORLEANS, La., Dec. 17, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — With skilled nursing margins tightening, reimbursement uncertainty rising, and older adults wanting more personalized settings, nursing home and senior living operators are reassessing which care models will sustain both mission and market viability intact. AgingIN invites elder care leaders to the ReImagining Care Models conference for dynamic discussions on person-directed living, workforce culture, and operational design.

Image caption: Join senior care leaders in New Orleans, January 21-22, 2026, for AgingIN’s ReImagining Care Models, an executive symposium focused on financially responsible decisions that shape what comes next.

“It is a timely moment for providers planning a repositioning or evaluating their next move in 2026,” said Susan Ryan, AgingIN CEO. “Whether you are exploring the future of skilled nursing, redesigning assisted living, or exploring a small house approach, we invite you to join AgingIN in New Orleans this January to gain the clarity and expertise to make confident, responsible decisions.”

DESIGNED FOR OPERATORS READY TO REPOSITION

Many skilled nursing providers are actively exploring how to realign their communities with today’s market realities. The symposium offers practical guidance from concept to execution, whether that means shifting the skilled nursing model, redesigning assisted living for higher acuity, or evaluating a small-house approach such as THE GREEN HOUSE® Project.

Participants will learn directly from nationally recognized experts in finance, design, small-house innovation, culture, and operations.

FEATURED SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

John Ponthie, Co-owner, Southern Administrative Services, the largest operator of Green House homes in the U.S.
Erin Kolb, CEO, Poydras Home, sharing the transformation journey that empowered residents and reimagined team roles
Cynthia Thurlow, President & CEO, 3rd3rd, brand marketing and culture strategist for senior living growth and repositioning
Michael Starke, President & CEO, PMD Advisory Services, a trusted expert in market feasibility, service planning, and strategic direction
Katelyn McCauley, Vice President, Head of Senior Living Research, Ziegler

A TIMELY RESET FOR THE YEAR AHEAD

Early 2026 presents a critical opportunity for leadership teams to reassess, pressure test assumptions, and refresh strategic thinking. The ReImagining Care Models conference provides a focused environment for peers and experts, grounded in data, case studies, and actionable financial modeling.

The program centers on the pivotal decisions leaders are facing, including:

Sustaining or redesigning skilled nursing in a tightening financial climate
Repositioning assisted living to meet a changing customer profile
Understanding the full cost to develop and run a small-house model, and when it makes sense
Evaluate the long-term implications of exiting skilled nursing

Attendees will also learn from Poydras Home’s household model transformation, a living example of person-directed care paired with operational redesign.

“Leaders will leave with frameworks and tools they can apply immediately, including financial and strategic lenses for comparing pathways, real-world examples of successful pivots, and proven approaches to workforce culture and design feasibility,” said Ryan.

For more information or to register, please visit https://aginginnovation.org/reimagining/.

ABOUT AGINGIN

AgingIN is a global nonprofit dedicated to being the catalyst for person-directed living and empowered cultures in the community of one’s choice. Their consulting, technical assistance, and education services empower aging services providers to implement lasting change and transformation that is meaningful and measurable. Formerly known as the Center for Innovation, AgingIN was born from the merging of two of the most influential voices in eldercare transformation: Pioneer Network and THE GREEN HOUSE® Project. For more information, visit: https://aginginnovation.org/.

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Hillcrest Shares Practical Tips to Help Seniors Stay Engaged and Connected During the Holiday Season

LA VERNE, Calif., Dec. 11, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The holiday season brings warmth and celebration for many, but it can also heighten feelings of loneliness, grief, and disconnection among older adults. Hillcrest, one of Southern California’s leading continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), is encouraging seniors and their families to approach the season with intention, compassion, and community-minded connection.

Image caption: INFOGRAPHIC – Hillcrest shares six simple holiday connection tips designed to help older adults stay engaged, supported, and emotionally connected throughout the season.

“Loneliness during the holidays is real and common. Some seniors are navigating the loss of a spouse, changes in mobility, or adult children who live far away,” explains Ryan Harrison, PsyD, Certified Wellness Professional and Hillcrest’s Director of Resident Life and Wellness. “At Hillcrest, we encourage our residents to stay engaged and support their emotional and physical health.”

As part of Hillcrest’s whole-person wellness philosophy, Harrison offers a series of simple, accessible tips to help older adults nurture connection and find joy in the season.

TIPS FOR SENIORS TO STAY ENGAGED:

Be in community. Seek places and people that feel like home. Join a holiday meal, attend a sing-along, or simply sit with neighbors to enjoy decorations. A shared moment can be as powerful as a big gathering.
Stay active in ways that feel good. Winter can bring lower energy and less movement. Gentle routines like indoor walking, balance classes, chair yoga, or time in a warm pool, help support mood, strength, and confidence. Hydration still matters in colder months, even when thirst is less obvious. Regular sleep and nutrient-dense meals also protect energy and emotional steadiness.
Lead with gratitude and a positive mindset. Pause to notice small joys: a warm drink, a kind note, a favorite song. Instead of dwelling on what feels different or missing, embrace reminders that your presence still matters and you remain part of the world around you.
Choose intention over expectation. Many older adults feel pressure to recreate holidays exactly as they were decades ago. That can invite disappointment. Instead, pick one or two traditions that feel meaningful, and let the rest be flexible. Peace often comes from simplicity.
Explore someone else’s tradition. Ask a neighbor or friend what makes the season special for them. Sharing another person’s ritual can create new bonds and new memories without the burden of perfection.
Use technology as a bridge. Harrison encourages tech-savvy relatives to use technology to communicate with seniors. Take the time to show them photos on your phone or invite them to join a video call and enjoy the connections together.

HILLCREST’S COMMITMENT TO HOLISTIC SEASONAL WELLNESS

At Hillcrest, Harrison encourages residents to focus on wellness by caring for body, mind, spirit, environment, emotions, relationships, and pursuits. During the winter months, residents are supported by wellness and life enrichment teams through movement classes, brain-healthy, nutritious dining options, and frequent group gatherings.

“We know the older people in our lives value moments of joy, and with small, intentional steps, we can help them feel supported and surrounded by community through every season of life,” said Harrison.

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StallPlus-Go Portable Stall-Gap Blocker Improves Restroom Privacy and Safety In Public Restrooms

Affordable, portable solution eliminates intrusive gaps in restroom stalls

ST. LOUIS, Mo., Dec. 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Privacy concerns in public restrooms continue to grow, with 72% of Americans reporting discomfort due to visible gaps between stall doors and frames. Whether at work, school, restaurants, airports, or entertainment venues, restroom privacy has become a personal safety issue affecting millions every day. “Two hundred million people use a public restroom every week,” says Bob Kodner, president of StallPlus-Go. “Yet many public and commercial restrooms have sizable gaps at stall doors that make users feel unsafe and exposed. Restroom privacy is more than a restroom concern—it’s a personal safety concern.”

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StallPlus-Go, a portable stall-gap blocker, offers a simple, affordable, and effective solution that works in any restroom. “Public and commercial restrooms can create uncomfortable experiences because of privacy-violating gaps at stall doors,” Kodner explains. “StallPlus-Go eliminates the risk of strangers viewing us in a compromising position.”

Designed for convenience, StallPlus-Go Privacy-Gap Blockers require no assembly. Users simply unroll and attach. StallPlus-Go is pre-measured to fit all standard stalls, delivering instant, reliable privacy wherever needed.

“Best of all,” Kodner adds, “StallPlus-Go provides the peace of mind we all want when using a public or commercial restroom.”

“In addition to Stall Plus-Go,” Kodner continues, “we also manufacture StallPlus Restroom Privacy guards that are used by top companies around the world. That’s why our slogan is, ‘Block Out Faces In Private Spaces.’”

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StallPlus-Go Privacy-Gap Blockers are made in the USA and engineered for use in all public and commercial restrooms.

About StallPlus-Go
StallPlus-Go, a division of Bamsaw Industries, LLC, is headquartered in St. Louis, MO. Bamsaw Industries manufactures products designed to improve the safety, comfort, and privacy of public and commercial restrooms. For more information, visit https://stallplus.com/ or call (314) 451-2200.

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Move For Hunger’s Music City Drop Raises Over Half a Million Meals to Fight Hunger

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 20, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Move For Hunger, a national hunger relief nonprofit, successfully hosted its Music City Drop event in downtown Nashville, rallying the community and corporate partners to raise the equivalent of more than 680,000 meals for families in need.

Image caption: Dana Paslowski of Move For Hunger rappelling down the Omni Nashville Hotel.

The high-energy event invited 50 brave participants to rappel 20 stories down the Omni Hotel, turning courage into action in the fight against hunger. Thanks to incredible community support and ongoing donations, Music City Drop 2025 has already surpassed expectations—making it one of Move For Hunger’s most impactful events of the year.

“This year’s Music City Drop showed the incredible spirit of Nashville,” said Adam Lowy, Executive Director of Move For Hunger. “From participants to sponsors, everyone came together to make a statement—hunger is a problem we can solve, and it starts with community.”

Image caption: Brett Battina of Beltmann Relocation Group rappelling down the Omni Nashville Hotel.

The event was supported by the generous support of Rice Krispies Treats along with People Magazine, Kroger, Dollar General, & Apex Moving + Storage, whose partnership helped make the event possible.

As part of this year’s efforts, Move For Hunger also launched a Snack Pack Activation, providing 1,000 additional meals for the local community. The snack kits—featuring donations from Kroger, Dollar General, and Rice Krispies Treat—were delivered to Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee on November 19 – along with an additional truckload of Rice Krispies Treats bars to make the holiday season a little sweeter for hungry families.

To date, Move For Hunger has delivered more than 53 million meals to families in need, including more than 1 million meals to folks living in Tennessee.

Visit https://moveforhunger.org/drop/ to support this campaign. Every dollar raised helps Move For Hunger deliver four meals to those in need.

Image caption: Move For Hunger’s Music City Drop logo.

About Move For Hunger

Move For Hunger is a national nonprofit organization that fights hunger and food waste by mobilizing the moving, relocation, and multi-family housing industries to rescue surplus food and deliver it to local food banks. Since 2009, Move For Hunger’s network has delivered over 64 million pounds of food, providing more than 53 million meals to those in need across the U.S. and Canada.

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Caring for the Caregiver: Tips for Families During National Family Caregiving Month

PHILADELPHIA, Pa., Nov. 18, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — During National Family Caregiving Month, Simpson is recognizing and supporting the millions of Americans who provide care for loved ones by sharing resources and guidance through its Confident Caregiving for Family and Friends webinar. Simpson, a nonprofit senior living organization serving older adults for more than 150 years, offers families guidance, resources, and reassurance that they are not alone. Whether helping a spouse with memory loss, coordinating appointments for a parent, or offering companionship to an aging neighbor, it is both deeply meaningful and emotionally demanding.

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Caregiving is a year-round responsibility, and as Dr. Carol McKinley, Simpson President and CEO, notes, “It can be one of the most challenging roles a person takes on, but also one of the most meaningful.”

In the U.S., 48 million adults serve as family caregivers, according to AARP, a role that can significantly impact their mental and physical health. As the population ages, the demand for caregivers, often spouses or family members, will continue to grow. The burden often includes medical tasks, such as administering injections or managing medications, that many are untrained to perform.

“Many caregivers don’t ask for help, or, in many cases, may feel the need to handle the weight of it on their own,” according to Dr. McKinley. A recent AARP study found that 50% of caregivers reported heightened emotional stress, with women experiencing more anxiety than men.

Caring for the caregiver is critical. “When caregivers are supported, both they and their loved ones thrive,” said Dr. McKinley.

KEY REMINDERS FOR CAREGIVERS AND FAMILIES

Care for Yourself While Caring for Others

Many caregivers neglect their own needs, leading to burnout. Taking time for rest, connection, and self-care isn’t selfish; it’s essential. A simple walk, an exercise class, or coffee with a friend can help replenish emotional reserves.

Start Hard Conversations Early

Families often wait until a crisis to discuss living arrangements, finances, or health preferences. Early, honest conversations can prevent confusion and conflict later. Approaching these talks with empathy and patience helps loved ones feel respected and heard. Even the way you speak matters; language, tone, and setting can make these conversations more fruitful.

Accept Help When It’s Offered

Caregiving can feel isolating, but asking for or accepting help builds a stronger support network. Dr. McKinley stresses the importance of caregivers accepting small gestures, such as sharing meals or handling errands, to help lighten the daily load.

Recognize the Emotional Side of Caregiving

Caregiving can bring moments of love, frustration, grief, and gratitude – all at once. Acknowledging those feelings, rather than suppressing them, helps caregivers stay resilient. Journaling, counseling, or connecting with others in similar roles can provide a valuable perspective.

Explore Resources and Person-Directed Care Options

If care needs increase, explore services that align with your loved one’s preferences and values. Simpson’s communities emphasize person-directed care, meaning each resident’s choices, routines, and individuality are honored. The right environment can bring peace of mind to both caregivers and those they love.

Shift the Narrative: From Directives to Dialogue

Experts recommend that families approach difficult caregiving conversations with empathy. Seek out education for both caregiver and patient on the best ways to initiate delicate conversations. Jenner’s Pond, a Simpson community in West Grove, Penn., partners with the University of Delaware’s Healthcare Theatre to present caregiving scenarios and possible responses. Attending a presentation like this can be a good door opener to a deeper conversation.

“Caregiving is deeply rewarding. Many caregivers feel gratitude for the opportunity to support a loved one. But it’s critical to remember: putting your own oxygen mask on first helps you be the best caregiver you can be,” says Dr. McKinley.

This month, Simpson encourages families to reach out for help and to remember that confident caregiving begins with compassion for others and for oneself.

ABOUT SIMPSON

Since 1865, Simpson has met the changing needs and desires of Philadelphia area seniors from diverse backgrounds as a not-for-profit family of services consisting of three Life Plan Communities: Simpson House, Simpson Meadows, and Jenner’s Pond; three affordable senior living communities: Simpson Gardens I, Simpson Gardens II, and Simpson Midtown, as well as Simpson HomeCare and Simpson Rehabilitation. The organization is dedicated to offering the highest level of lifestyle and care available in beautiful, dignified, and spiritual settings. For more information, visit: https://www.simpsonsenior.org/

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Golden State Pops Orchestra Presents the 2025 ‘Holiday POPS Spectacular’

Hollywood Magic Meets Holiday Tradition in a Joyous Celebration of the Season

REDONDO BEACH, Calif., Nov. 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Golden State Pops Orchestra’s beloved holiday tradition returns brighter than ever! The 2025 Holiday POPS Spectacular, led by Maestro Steven Allen Fox with Resident Choir Maestra Marya Basaraba and the Golden State Pops Orchestra and GSPO Chorale, once again brings cinematic sparkle and symphonic splendor to the holiday season.

Image caption: Golden State Pops Orchestra Presents the 2025 Holiday POPS Spectacular.

Renowned for their dazzling performances of film and popular music, the GSPO celebrates the season the only way they know how—through an unforgettable evening of festive favorites, Hollywood soundtracks, and timeless classics.

This year’s program features (subject to change):

Suite from The Polar Express – Alan Silvestri’s heartwarming score that captures the wonder of Christmas
Three Songs from Home Alone – John Williams’ nostalgic and joyful holiday music that warms every heart
Suite from The Nutcracker – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s timeless ballet masterpiece in all its seasonal splendor
Finale from Beethoven’s 9th Symphony – A triumphant “Ode to Joy” to ring in the spirit of unity and celebration
“O Holy Night” – Arranged by Maestro Steven Allen Fox, a stirring and radiant centerpiece
“God Bless Us Everyone” – Alan Silvestri & Glen Ballard’s uplifting anthem, arranged by William Ross
A Christmas Sing-Along – Inviting the audience to join in one of GSPO’s most cherished traditions

SPECIAL GUESTS INCLUDE:

Bill Rogers & Camille Dixon – Co-Hosts and Narrators
Drew Tablak – Guest Vocalist

From Hollywood to home, the Golden State Pops Orchestra continues its mission to bring the magic of the movies and the joy of live music to audiences of all ages. Celebrate the holidays with this spectacular evening of film, fantasy, and festive cheer – the GSPO way!

Saturday, December 20, 2025 – 8:00 PM

Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center – 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd. in Redondo Beach, CA

Tickets start at $40

Visit https://www.gspo.com/ or call 310-433-8774 for tickets and information.

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A New Kind of Welcome: Hillcrest Invites Older Adults to Try Its Wellness Lifestyle – Before Moving In

LA VERNE, Calif., Nov. 12, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hillcrest, one of Southern California’s leading Continuing Care Retirement Communities, invites older adults to join a truly special health and wellness program. For a limited time, anyone who joins Hillcrest’s Resident Registrant List will receive a complimentary one-year membership to the Hillcrest Aquatic and Fitness Center.

Image caption: Hillcrest, one of Southern California’s leading Continuing Care Retirement Communities, is offering members of its registrant list a complimentary one-year membership to its Aquatic and Fitness Center, which includes cardiovascular classes, strength training and aquatic fitness.

“Health and well-being go far beyond exercise,” said Ryan Harrison, PsyD, Certified Wellness Professional and Hillcrest’s Director of Resident Life and Wellness. “We focus on helping people find joy, connection, and purpose. Our goal is to help each person live vibrantly in every season of life.”

The program is open to local community members age 60 and older, not just residents. Even those on Hillcrest’s waiting list can take advantage of a free year of membership (a $60 monthly value). Members have access to classes offered at Hillcrest’s Aquatic and Fitness Center, including aquatic fitness classes in the heated pool and strength and balance-focused chair fitness classes

Hillcrest takes a whole-person approach to health and happiness, with a wellness philosophy guided by seven key dimensions that work together to support a meaningful and healthy life. These include: Body, Mind, Spirit, Environment, Emotions, Relationships, and Pursuits.

“Research continues to show that staying active, socially connected, and engaged leads to longer, happier lives,” said Harrison. “This free membership helps people experience that for themselves.”

Hillcrest’s new membership program is part of its commitment to community wellness and outreach. With the population living longer, it is the perfect time to commit to your health and well-being, says Harrison. Joining the fitness center supports overall well-being by fostering social connections, which recent research shows is an essential factor in healthy aging.

The offer gives participants access to professional wellness resources that are typically found only in senior living communities.

Hillcrest offers a variety of living options, including independent living in homes, cottages, and apartments, and a full continuum of care that includes assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. Community amenities include dining services, a fitness center, swimming pools, and organized activities for a vibrant, maintenance-free lifestyle.

About Hillcrest

Hillcrest is an upscale 501(c)(3) nonprofit continuing care retirement community (CCRC) centrally located in the San Gabriel Valley, less than 30 minutes from Los Angeles, Anaheim, Pasadena, and San Bernardino and located at the gateway to the Inland Empire. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood just off Foothill Boulevard in La Verne, California, Hillcrest offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing with an emphasis on wellness and health. For more information, visit: https://liveathillcrest.org/.

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3rd3rd Marketing Brings ‘Un-Senior Living’ to LeadingAge Annual Conference Championing Inclusive, Age-positive Marketing in Senior Living

BOSTON, Mass., Nov. 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — 3rd3rd Marketing, the nation’s leading agency redefining how senior living communities connect with older adults, showcases its “Un-Senior Living” approach at the 2025 LeadingAge Annual Conference in Boston. Through two sessions with industry partners, 3rd3rd will explore how communities can reduce ageism in marketing, increase diversity in senior living communities, and improve marketing ROI.

Image caption: 3rd3rd Marketing, known as the “Un-Senior Living Agency,” challenges aging stereotypes in its “Internalized Ageism” booklet — a free resource that helps organizations identify and overcome hidden biases to strengthen marketing impact.

Known as the “Un-Senior Living Agency,” 3rd3rd Marketing has developed strategies that celebrate age with authenticity and inclusivity. The agency’s “Internalized Ageism” booklet helps organizations uncover and address subtle biases that can undermine marketing effectiveness.

According to Cynthia Thurlow, Principal at 3rd3rd Marketing, the key to effective senior living marketing lies in challenging the assumptions that perpetuate ageism.

“Ageism isn’t just an external bias; it often shows up unintentionally in how organizations communicate and market,” said Thurlow. “At 3rd3rd, we help clients see beyond the label of ‘senior’ and build marketing strategies that focus on people’s values, aspirations, and lifestyles rather than their age.”

PRESENTATIONS AT LEADINGAGE INCLUDE:

“Reaching Out to Solo Agers to Increase Sales and Diversity,” on November 3 at 4:30 p.m., features Cynthia Thurlow, 3rd3rd Marketing, Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, LifeEncore and author of ‘Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers: A Retirement and Aging Roadmap for Single and Childless Adults,’ and Shirley Turner, Director of Sales and Marketing, Hillcrest in La Verne, Calif. The discussion explores how to meet their needs.
“Are You Wasting Money on Marketing? Assessing Your Blind Spots,” on November 5 at 10:30 a.m., features Jessica Stewart, Senior Director of Operations, Simpson Senior Living in Philadelphia, Penn., Derek Dujardin, Creative Director, 3rd3rd Marketing and Amy Estridge, Director of Account Services and Growth, 3rd3rd Marketing. Designed for the C-suite and VP-level managers of senior living communities, this presentation tackles critical blind spots many organizations face when evaluating marketing programs and offers tools to amplify what works, adjust what doesn’t and achieve measurable results.
All session attendees will be entered into a drawing for a free Fresh Eyes Marketing Review (valued at $12,000).

A recent success story with Hillcrest in Los Angeles County illustrates the impact of 3rd3rd Marketing’s approach. By shifting its marketing focus from chronological age to psychodemographic and cultural identity, Hillcrest increased occupancy from 87% to 95% in just seven months.

“3rd3rd helped us change not just our message, but our mindset,” said Shirley Turner of Hillcrest. “By embracing more creativity and being even more entrepreneurial, we didn’t just fill units, we built a stronger, more diverse and connected community.”

About 3rd3rd Marketing

3rd3rd Marketing is the “Un-Senior Living Agency,” partnering with senior living communities and mission-driven aging services organizations globally. By dismantling stereotypes and replacing them with aspirational narratives, 3rd3rd helps organizations to build authentic connections, increase engagement, and achieve lasting impact. For more information visit: https://3rd3rd.com/.

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Author Adir Biniamini Explores the Skills Behind Genuine Human Connection

Practical Insights for Stronger Human Connection in a Digital Age

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 31, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In an age of constant digital interaction, many people feel less connected than ever. “The Art of Human Connection: Connecting, Solving, and Growing Insights for Professional and Personal Interaction” by Adir Biniamini (ISBN: 978-1779621962; Released June 2025 by Tellwell) addresses this challenge by offering readers practical tools for building stronger relationships, both personally and professionally.

Image caption: Cover, “The Art of Human Connection: Connecting, Solving, and Growing Insights for Professional and Personal Interaction.”

The book guides readers through foundational skills such as self-awareness, empathy, and authentic communication. It emphasizes moving beyond surface-level interactions and provides exercises to help readers reflect, practice, and grow in their daily lives.

What started as a book designed to help entrepreneurs improve sales and grow their businesses soon evolved into a broader work aimed at helping people strengthen their relationships in everyday life. In an age where rapid social and technological change has contributed to rising feelings of isolation—particularly among Millennials, Gen Z, and Gen Alpha—The Art of Human Connection responds with practical, human-centered solutions.

“True success is built on genuine connection,” says Biniamini. “This book is about helping people navigate challenges with confidence while building trust and respect with others.”

Drawing on more than three decades of entrepreneurial and coaching experience, Biniamini blends personal stories with evidence-based principles of emotional intelligence and rapport-building. His approach encourages readers to pause, listen, and engage with greater empathy, while also offering concrete tools to apply in both personal and professional settings.

“The Art of Human Connection” is written for a wide audience: business leaders who want to create healthier team dynamics, educators seeking to foster stronger classroom communities, coaches and healthcare professionals who depend on trust in their work, and individuals simply looking to strengthen friendships and family ties. The book’s accessible style and actionable insights make it a resource for anyone who feels the impact of disconnection in today’s fast-paced world and is ready to rediscover the value of authentic human relationships.

Adir Biniamini began his career as a young entrepreneur and went on to launch six successful businesses. Along the way, he discovered that meaningful communication and authentic relationships were at the heart of every achievement. Today, as a coach and speaker, he helps individuals and organizations strengthen their relational skills to foster growth, collaboration, and resilience.

“The Art of Human Connection: Connecting, Solving, and Growing Insights for Professional and Personal Interaction” is available now in print and digital formats on Amazon and all major online retailers.

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Author: Adir Biniamini

Email: authorpress@tellwell.ca

Website: Adir Biniamini – adirbiniamini.com – https://adirbiniamini.com/

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Released: Oct 2025

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Publisher: Tellwell

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Jenner’s Pond Celebrates the Opening of the ‘Pastor Jim and Betty Mundell Health Center’

Renovation of Memory Care and Skilled Nursing Communities Demonstrates Simpson's Dedication to Person-Directed Care

WEST GROVE, Pa., Oct. 30, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Jenner’s Pond, one of Simpson’s Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), proudly celebrates the grand opening of its newly renovated ‘Pastor Jim and Betty Mundell Health Center’. The milestone marks a new era of innovative care and services for residents in skilled nursing and memory care, as the community continues to lead in compassionate, person-directed living. The newly named Health Center stands as a lasting tribute to the Mundells’ enduring spirit of service and community.

Image caption: Jenner’s Pond Memory Care area offers an enriched environment for residents, including the sensory Memory Garden, a tranquil outdoor space purposefully designed to engage the senses and promote relaxation.

“This renovation reflects our vision for what memory care and skilled nursing should be: empowering, connected, and truly person-directed, while honoring each individual’s preferences and rhythm of life,” said Brandon Logsdon, Executive Director, Jenner’s Pond.

Jenner’s Pond, which sits on 88 acres in Chester County, offers cottages, apartments, and a full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care in a beautiful, walkable setting. The Health Center’s transformation was designed by Lenhardt Rogers Architecture and brought to life by David Funk & Sons Construction, both respected local firms known for their craftsmanship and quality.

The extensive renovation reimagined traditional nursing and memory care spaces into four households, each featuring its own kitchen, dining room, living room, activity area, and outdoor space. This innovative model fosters a warm sense of community and belonging, while ensuring residents receive personalized care in a setting that feels like home.

A new therapy gym offers physical, occupational, and speech therapies, including LSVT BIG therapy for Parkinson’s Disease. Guided by a commitment to dignity and independence, the design emphasizes resident autonomy and freedom of movement within a supportive environment.

The Memory Care community was also expanded to meet the growing needs of individuals with cognitive impairments. Like the skilled nursing households, each space provides a home-like environment with kitchen, living room, dining room, and engagement areas. Residents are encouraged to move freely between indoors and outdoors, promoting independence and connection to nature through a beautiful sensory garden.

ABOUT SIMPSON

Since 1865, Simpson has met the changing needs and desires of Philadelphia area seniors from diverse backgrounds as a not-for-profit family of services consisting of three Continuing Care Retirement Communities, or CCRCs: Simpson House, Simpson Meadows, and Jenner’s Pond; three affordable senior living communities: Simpson Gardens I, Simpson Gardens II, and Simpson Midtown, as well as Simpson HomeCare and Simpson Rehabilitation. The organization is dedicated to offering the highest level of lifestyle and care available in beautiful, dignified, and spiritual settings. For more information, visit: https://www.simpsonsenior.org/

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‘Elevate Eldercare’ Podcast Explores the Future of Person-directed Care as LeadingAge and the Global Ageing Network Summit Kicks Off in Boston

AgingIN and LeadingAge CEOs Discuss the Power of Storytelling in Aging Services

BOSTON, Mass., Oct. 30, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — AgingIN, a global leader in culture transformation in long-term care, continues to call for bold commitments to aging services as it participates in the LeadingAge Annual Meeting and the Global Ageing Network Summit in Boston, November 1-5, 2025. At the summit, the Leonard Florence Center for Living in Chelsea, Massachusetts – the nation’s first urbanGreen House® community – will be highlighted as a model of how small-house design and technology can promote autonomy, dignity, and connection for ALS and MS residents.

Image caption: ‘Elevate Eldercare’ Podcast Explores the Future of Person-directed Care.

Beyond its presence at the summit, AgingIN continues to shape the national conversation through its “Elevate Eldercare” podcast, hosted by CEO Susan Ryan. Katie Smith Sloan, President and CEO of LeadingAge, joins the podcast this month to explore how storytelling, leadership, and collaboration can drive systemic reform.

Smith Sloan reflects on her career spanning the U.S. Senate, AARP, and now LeadingAge, where she leads 5,500 nonprofit, mission-driven providers nationwide. She emphasizes the need for bold thinking, public-private partnerships, and policies that keep human dignity at the heart of care.

“None of us can solve these challenges in a vacuum,” Smith Sloan says. “We need to lift each other up, take risks, and act boldly on what we know works.”

This belief is reflected in AgingIN’s renewed commitment as well. “At AgingIN, we believe person-directed living and culture change are not only compassionate but also sustainable,” said Ryan. “Katie’s leadership at LeadingAge reminds us that reform begins with courage, collaboration, and truth-telling. Real innovation happens when people come together to reimagine what aging can be.”

CONTINUING THE CONVERSATION: STORIES THAT DRIVE CHANGE

The Elevate Eldercare podcast episode on Oct. 29 showcases leaders Peter Murphy Lewis, the documentarian behind “People Worth Caring About,” and Erin Hart, a marketing and policy leader with the Ohio Health Care Association. They discuss the power of sharing stories from direct-care professionals to demonstrate their dedication, spotlight the workforce’s worth and impact, and shape meaningful change.

The November 5th episode, timed with Veterans Day, features Jack York, the founder of Talegate, a storytelling and documentary platform that elevates elders by sharing their remarkable stories. In this episode, Ryan and York’s conversation honors veterans and explores the tremendous value of sharing elders’ stories to help shift the stigma around aging in our communities.

ABOUT THE “ELEVATE ELDERCARE” PODCAST

The “Elevate Eldercare” podcast brings together thought leaders, activists, academics, and advocates in aging services, providing a space for thoughtful discourse and diverse perspectives. Every Wednesday, host Susan Ryan, the CEO of AgingIN, leads enlightening, provocative, and sometimes uncomfortable conversations. Together, the hosts and guests explore the opportunities and challenges in building a new, dignified person-directed living system through the lens of the AgingIN model. Listen to the “Elevate Eldercare” podcast by AgingIN at: https://aginginnovation.org/news/elevate-eldercare-podcast/.

ABOUT AGINGIN

AgingIN is the National Coordinating Center for culture transformation in long-term care. As home to The Green House Project and Pioneer Network, AgingIN equips providers, care teams, and communities with education, research, and practical tools to advance person-directed living. Together, we work to create care environments where older adults thrive—and where care professionals find purpose and pride in their work. Learn more and join IN at: https://aginginnovation.org/.

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AboutFace-USA: Honoring Service, Growing Impact, and Looking Ahead

CUMMING, Ga., Oct. 21, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — For more than 12 years, Joe LaBranche has been a driving force behind AboutFace-USA, a veteran-founded nonprofit dedicated to healing veterans, strengthening families, and uniting communities. Under his leadership, the organization has grown into a vital resource for Georgia’s veteran community, including the 2024 launch of AboutFace Farm, an aeroponic farm that grows fresh produce and nutrient rich microgreens to support whole health wellness and provide meaningful work for veterans.

Image caption: AboutFace-USA Founder Joe LaBranche and Executive Director Carol LaBranche.

This fall marks an important new chapter: Carol LaBranche, Joe’s wife and longtime partner in the mission, has taken the helm of AboutFace-USA as Executive Director. Carol brings a strong nonprofit business background, receiving her Master of Public Administration degree from the University of North Georgia. She is past president of the VFW Auxiliary Post 9143 and AboutFace-USA’s Veteran Resource and Community Center.

Her strength in understanding and empathizing with veterans and family members with mental and behavioral health concerns come from life lessons and self-educating on trauma-informed care practices. With Carol developing community involvement, as well as a veteran coalition for the area to focus on veteran suicide and homeless prevention, Joe remains deeply involved, focusing on expanding the reach of AboutFace Farm, growing produce that can now be ordered online and mentoring veterans who find purpose and connection working there.

Since opening the Veteran Resource & Community Center in 2023, AboutFace-USA has significantly expanded its reach and impact. The Center has welcomed thousands of veterans and their families, offering free VA benefits guidance, transportation to healthcare appointments, mental and behavioral health services, Veteran-led support groups, food security initiatives, and critical connections to life saving resources. Many veterans credit the Center with restoring their hope and sense of belonging, and in some cases, their very lives.

This progress was made possible through a $1.2 million grant awarded in 2023 by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), a federal agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services dedicated to improving the nation’s mental and behavioral health. Now, ongoing generosity from community partners, corporate sponsors, and individual donors keeps the doors open and services available.

“Our veterans have given us so much, and AboutFace-USA exists to give back in every way we can,” said Carol LaBranche, Executive Director. “We are focused on improving access to healthcare and raising mental health awareness, and, importantly, giving veterans hope. To sustain this work through the holidays and beyond, we are inviting mission aligned partners to join us. Your support today, changes a veteran’s tomorrow.”

As the organization looks to the future, the community is invited on November 11, 2025 to join its annual Veteran’s Day Celebration: Salute to Service, featuring a reception, keynote remarks from Georgia State Representative Todd Jones (District 25), and the live drawing of winners from the first annual Patriot Prizes Raffle. This tradition offers Georgians a meaningful way to honor veterans while ensuring that AboutFace-USA can continue delivering services that change lives.

Learn more at: https://aboutface-usa.org/

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188 Tri County Plaza, Cumming, GA 30040
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Baryons Secures $2.2M Seed Round to Bring Human Flourishing to the Masses with Free Version Available Today

JOHNSTOWN, Pa., Oct. 14, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Baryons today announced the close of a $2.2 million Seed Round led by Blue Ash Ventures to fuel its mission of making human flourishing accessible to everyone. Anyone can start flourishing today for free at Baryons.com.

Image caption: Left to right: Michael Hruska, CEO of Baryons; Aaron Bare, CSO of Baryons.

“Flourishing is humankind’s oldest quest. It simply means living well,” said Michael Hruska, CEO and Cofounder of Baryons. “Baryons the ‘Flourishing Partner’ helps the user design what’s next. Baryons listens, advises, and nudges you toward your future best self. We’re pairing timeless human practices with adaptive technology so people and organizations can collectively flourish.”

There’s no shortage of productivity hacks and mental health apps, but Baryons is introducing something entirely new: the world’s first Flourishing Partner.

The need is clear. The Global Flourishing Study (a five-year project tracking 200,000 people across 22 countries) found that what people want most is not material comfort, but lives filled with meaning, connection, and growth. Baryons exists to meet that universal demand.

THE CASE FOR FLOURISHING

According to Harvard research, employees who report higher levels of flourishing are far more likely to stay with their employer and dramatically less likely to burn out. Yet fewer than one in four workers say they are truly flourishing at work.

That gap between surviving and truly living has massive economic implications. The World Health Organization estimates that depression and anxiety cost the global economy $1 trillion each year in lost productivity, with more than 12 billion workdays lost annually. For every dollar invested in mental well-being, studies show a return of up to four to five times through improved performance, retention, and engagement.

Image caption: Baryons, The Flourishing Partner.

And the opportunity is far greater still. Research by the McKinsey Health Institute, in collaboration with the World Economic Forum, suggests that improving employee health and well-being could unlock as much as $11.7 trillion in global economic value, a potential transformation economists now call the rise of Brain Capital.

Baryons is closing that gap by transforming flourishing into a visible, measurable practice. Every interaction strengthens what matters most: clarity, confidence, and curiosity. The result is compounding growth that builds flourishing humans, flourishing teams, and flourishing companies.

Built to help people live well and lead better, Baryons is defining and scaling the emerging Mental Wealth market.

MOVING BEYOND MENTAL HEALTH TOWARD MENTAL WEALTH

The current mental health market is crowded with reactive solutions that focus on symptoms. Mental Wealth is different. Mental Wealth is proactive and strengthens core human potential through positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement so that individuals and organizations can thrive in an era of rapid change.

“For too long, the ability to live well and thrive has been treated as a privilege for the few,” said Aaron Bare, Cofounder and Chief Strategy Officer of Baryons. “Baryons is changing that. Our vision is to unlock Mental Wealth for humanity. With this investment, we are expanding access to our world-first Flourishing Partner and committing to keep a free version available to everyone, forever.”

WHY BLUE ASH VENTURES INVESTED

Blue Ash Ventures, a leader in the emerging Brain Capital Economy, is backing Baryons to accelerate this shift. Their Brain Health Matrix—already piloted with global institutions and set to debut at the World Economic Forum in Davos in 2026—aligns directly with Baryons’ mission.

“Baryons is marrying neuroscience, technology, and human potential into a movement for flourishing,” said Steve Carnevale, Managing Partner at Blue Ash Ventures. “By helping individuals flourish, Baryons drives collective flourishing, unlocking measurable gains in engagement, trust, and innovation across entire organizations.”

THE BARYONS EXPERIENCE

Baryons is the Flourishing Partner that helps you design what’s next. It listens, remembers, and nudges you toward your future best self. Every conversation strengthens clarity, confidence, and curiosity; transforming flourishing from an abstract ideal into a visible practice and a competitive strategy.

With enterprise pilots underway, a freemium model, and measurable results already emerging, Baryons is poised to define the future of human flourishing. This seed funding accelerates product innovation, customer success, and flourishing accessibility, bringing Mental Wealth to more people, faster.

ABOUT BLUE ASH VENTURES

Blue Ash Ventures invests in solutions that expand human potential. Their portfolio spans mental wellness, learning science, emotional intelligence, and systems that support brain health. Anchored by the Sparc Foundation, their work bridges research and real-world implementation, aligning capital with the science of thriving individuals and organizations. Learn more: https://www.blueashventures.com/.

ABOUT BARYONS

Baryons is pioneering the world’s first Flourishing Partner, a platform powered by neuroscience and human-centered design that helps people and organizations unlock Mental Wealth. By turning flourishing into a measurable and scalable practice, Baryons transforms the way humans live, lead, and grow. Accessible to everyone, everywhere, Baryons is redefining well-being as both a universal right and the next great competitive advantage. Learn more: https://baryons.com/.

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On Ageism Awareness Day, 3rd3rd Marketing Urges Organizations to Rethink How They See Age

SEATTLE, Wash., Oct. 9, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On Ageism Awareness Day, 3rd3rd Marketing, known as the “Un-Senior Living Agency,” is calling attention to one of the most overlooked forms of bias in modern culture: ageism. Too often, people are defined not by who they are or what they value, but by their age. This leads to limiting stereotypes, exclusionary practices, and missed opportunities for brands to truly connect, according to Cynthia Thurlow, principal of the agency.

Photo Caption: 3rd3rd Marketing is the “Un-Senior Living Agency” and addresses ageism in marketing today on Ageism Awareness Day, and every day.

THE PROBLEM: AGEISM IN EVERYDAY LIFE

According to the World Health Organization, ageism manifests in stereotypes (how we think), prejudice (how we feel), and discrimination (how we act), with internalized ageism having notable effects on our health. These biases can show up in our interactions at work, with healthcare providers, in our communities, and exposure to advertising messaging. For example, casting older adults only in frailty roles, assuming younger workers are inexperienced, or marketing products exclusively by age group, rather than by shared values and lifestyles.

The impact is real: Yale research led by gerontologist Becca Levy found that older adults with positive self-perceptions of aging live 7.5 years longer than those with negative ones. Ageist messages don’t just affect self-esteem; they affect health, vitality, and longevity.

“Ageism creeps into marketing when we assume people’s identity is defined by their birth year,” said Thurlow. “In our work, which focuses on helping elevate senior living communities, we’ve found people consistently see themselves as 20 years younger than their chronological age. They don’t want to be reduced to a number; they want to be seen for their purpose, passions, and possibilities.”

3rd3rd Marketing works with organizations to dismantle ageist narratives and build communications that affirm identity, vitality, and inclusivity. Instead of targeting by age brackets, the agency helps clients focus on psychodemographics, interests, values, and aspirations that transcend chronological age.

At Hillcrest, a progressive senior living community in Los Angeles County, 3rd3rd shifted messaging toward more nuanced stories of culture, creativity, and deeper community that appeal to anyone, regardless of age. Updated imagery and aspirational storytelling helped occupancy rise from 90% to 97% in just seven months, proving that non-ageist messaging drives both engagement and results.

A noted expert in the industry, Thurlow embraces this internally at 3rd3rd as well. When the agency decided to post a photo with the ages of some of its team members on their website a few years back, The New York Times took notice. This November (November 2-5, 2025), 3rd3rd experts and senior living clients will take the stage at LeadingAge, the national association of nonprofit aging services providers, to share how creative marketing and messaging can break down ageism and promote practices that help older adults live and thrive.

The problem of ageism isn’t confined to senior living; Thurlow sees it embedded across industries, from hiring to consumer branding.

By rethinking age-based assumptions, organizations can:

Attract more diverse talent
Build stronger client relationships
Create communities where people of all ages thrive

“We value wisdom and experience that comes with age, it’s to be celebrated. The third-third of our lives holds promise and meaning that we often don’t appreciate in our younger years,” said Thurlow. “We are inspired by the stories we share and the work we do to change the dynamic around aging, from using updated imagery to asking prospective residents what is important to them.”

To mark Ageism Awareness Day, 3rd3rd is releasing its educational booklet “Internalized Ageism.” The resource explores the psychology of aging and offers practical strategies for creating positive, empowering communications across sectors.

“Ageism is often called ‘a prejudice against our feared future self,’” added Thurlow. “At 3rd3rd, we know we are cultural editors based on the advertising and messaging we distribute on behalf of our clients, and we take this seriously. On this day, and every day, we invite organizations to challenge assumptions, elevate human stories, and embrace communications that empower people at every stage of life.”

ABOUT 3RD3RD MARKETING

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Mother of Two Reveals Radical Self-Care Secrets: Cindy Caprio Woulfe’s ‘In the Weeds’ Challenges Motherhood Martyrdom and Offers 30-Day Lifeline for Overwhelmed Mothers

This timely collection of 30 daily reflections and journal prompts pulls back the curtain on the less-discussed realities of motherhood

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 8, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In response to the growing mental health crisis among modern mothers, author Cindy Caprio Woulfe has released “In the Weeds: A Guide to Saving Your Own Soul on This Crazy Journey Called Motherhood” (ISBN: 978-1964377957 [ebook]; 978-1964377964 [paperback]; 978-1964377971 [hardcover]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing).

Image caption: Cover, “In the Weeds: A Guide to Saving Your Own Soul on This Crazy Journey Called Motherhood.”

This timely collection of 30 daily reflections and journal prompts pulls back the curtain on the less-discussed realities of motherhood, offering validation, practical strategies and permission for women to prioritize self-care while navigating the beautiful chaos of raising children.

“This is not a parenting book—there are plenty of those out there already,” says author Cindy Caprio Woulfe. “If you’re feeling overwhelmed with parenting, chances are you’ve already read one—or 10—of them.” Woulfe isn’t here to tell you how to get your baby to sleep through the night, whether to breastfeed or bottle-feed or how much screen time is too much. “This book,” she says, “is for you. Because in case you haven’t heard it in a while—you matter, too.”

The book emerged from Woulfe’s own experiences as a mother of two young boys, when she found herself sitting in her son’s tiny chair one evening, completely depleted after a long day of parenting. That moment in the tiny chair wasn’t just exhaustion – she was “in the weeds,” which inspired her to develop practical strategies for maintaining balance and preserving her sense of self while fully embracing motherhood.

Each daily reading offers a raw, unfiltered look at a different aspect of the motherhood journey, from setting boundaries and finding moments of Zen to embracing imperfection and letting go of comparison. The accompanying journal prompts readers to reflect on their own experiences and implement small but meaningful changes that can transform their daily lives.

“You can love your children and feel like this is so hard,” Woulfe says. “Your heart and hands can be full, and your soul can still feel completely drained. And that’s okay.” It’s Woulfe’s hope that her book can “be a gentle reminder that you are not alone in this beautiful chaos.” Her goal is to get moms to thrive and not just survive “this crazy journey called motherhood.”

“In the Weeds” can be read cover-to-cover or used as a 30-day practice, with each day offering a new perspective and strategy for navigating the overwhelming moments of motherhood. And it’s here to remind mothers that self-care isn’t selfish – it’s essential.

“In the Weeds” is available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and other major online booksellers. For more information, visit https://cindycapriowoulfe.com/.

About Legacy Launch Pad Publishing:

Legacy Launch Pad is the leading book publisher for entrepreneurs who want to build authority and leave a legacy. The company has published numerous Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling authors whose books have been featured on such shows as Today and Good Morning America as well as in publications like The New York Times and USA Today. Learn more at: https://www.legacylaunchpadpub.com/.

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Maryland Initiative Drives National Symposium to Transform Long-Term Care

LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, Md., Oct. 6, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — AgingIN, a global nonprofit dedicated to cultural transformation in eldercare, is co-hosting, in collaboration with Longevity Ready Maryland (LRM) and Maryland Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, a virtual symposium, Empower Your Possible: A Longevity Ready Maryland Initiative, to help envision and build a better future. The series is a four-part virtual symposium, offered on Tuesdays in October from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Eastern, featuring sector experts, real-life stories, and practical tools that support inclusive, person-directed living across the continuum.

Image caption: AgingIN is the National Coordinating Center for culture transformation in long-term care.

“The future of long-term care is being written now. This is not just another conference; it’s a movement. Maryland has the chance to lead the nation in what’s possible when we put people first. We need every voice at the table to spark real, lasting change,” said Susan Ryan, CEO of AgingIN.

The series is free for Maryland residents and $49 for non-residents. All sessions will be recorded and are designed for providers, advocates, and all levels of leadership, from direct care to administrators, to connect with peers and leaders and make bold plans for the future of long-term care.

Oct 7: Because It’s Home – Keynote by Karen Schoeneman, former technical director at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, exploring the power of person-directed care, joined by Carmel Roques, Secretary of Aging, State of Maryland and Susan Ryan, CEO, AgingIN
Oct 14: Living Fully, Caring Deeply – Resident and direct care partner panel discussions, led by Karrie Craig, State Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Maryland Department of Aging
Oct 21: In Good Company – A panel of ombudsmen, administrators, and surveyors on true collaboration
Oct 28: The Future We Choose – Keynote by Dr. Chris Mulrooney, Chief Operating Officer, Florida State University College of Medicine, Florida Medical Practice Plan, Inc.™, Associate Dean for Clinical & Community Affairs, Associate Professor, Geriatrics, on lessons on how to better align leadership, advocacy, and frontline realities to bring person-directed care to life

The move to transform eldercare isn’t a new challenge, but one we remain deeply committed to addressing. “Elders still deserve better. Our care workforce still deserves dignity and trust. That hasn’t changed, and that’s why we continue our important work every day,” said Ryan.

Attendees receive complimentary registration to the Person-Directed Living eLearning Certificate Course ($99 value) and can also earn continuing education credits (CEUs), access recordings, and action summaries for ongoing team learning (CEUs are only available for live attendance).

The initiative is a hands-on complement to Maryland’s Longevity Ready multisector plan for aging. To register and learn more about the series, please visit: https://aginginnovation.org/virtual-culture-change-symposium-series/.

ABOUT LONGEVITY READY MARYLAND

Longevity Ready Maryland is the state’s multisector plan for aging, designed to ensure that every Marylander can age with dignity, independence, and connection. Through collaboration across health, housing, workforce, and community partners, Longevity Ready Maryland is charting a bold path to prepare for the future of aging in our state.

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V!NE Announces National Launch of Instant Visual Notification Systems at the 2025 Childcare Success Summit

Visit Booth 16 During the Childcare Success Summit

HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Oct. 6, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — V!NE, a leader in visual event notification systems, is proud to announce its official national launch at the upcoming Childcare Success Summit. Attendees can visit Booth 16 during the Childcare Success Summit to see firsthand how V!NE’s patented PoE+ visual notification systems are transforming safety and communication for schools, daycares, churches, and businesses nationwide.

Image caption: V!NE Announces National Launch of Instant Visual Notification Systems at the 2025 Childcare Success Summit.

“We are excited to partner with VINE Alert in providing visual notification solutions over our K-12 Badge Alert product offering,” says the Product Manager for Raptor Technologies.

V!NE delivers simple, scalable, and reliable alert systems that combine LED lights, wearable devices, and SMS/mobile notifications to ensure that critical messages reach everyone instantly, when every second counts.

Todd Westbrook, Chief Operating Officer, V!NE, states, “Too often, critical messages are missed in the noise of everyday operations. V!NE closes that gap with instant, visual alerts that empower people to respond calmly and quickly.”

With bundles designed to scale from small daycares to multi-building campuses, V!NE’s flexible subscription model removes barriers of cost and complexity. Professional installation ensures rapid deployment, with many systems running in just hours.

About V!NE
V!NE delivers simple, scalable, and reliable visual event notification systems that help schools, daycares, churches, and businesses act when every second counts. Using patented LED lights, wearable devices, and SMS/mobile alerts, V!NE ensures that critical messages reach everyone instantly and clearly. With flexible subscription pricing, fast installation, and responsive support, V!NE makes advanced communication accessible to organizations of every size. Learn more: https://www.vinealert.com/

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From Mass Shooting Survivor to Workplace Safety Pioneer: Carly Fliesher’s Powerful ‘The Thirteenth Floor’ Transforms Corporate Trauma Response

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 1, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Essential reading for leaders navigating an increasingly complex workplace landscape: Carly Fliesher’s groundbreaking memoir “The Thirteenth Floor: How Dealing With Trauma Transformed My Approach to Employee Well-Being” (ISBN: 978-1968339890 [paperback]; 978-1968339906 [ebook]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), which delivers both heart-wrenching personal narrative and actionable corporate strategy.

Image caption: “The Thirteenth Floor” by Carly Fliesher.

This compelling account follows Fliesher’s evolution from Route 91 Festival mass shooting survivor to influential executive, offering organizations a proven framework for supporting employees through trauma while building psychologically safe workplaces that drive both human flourishing and business success.

“’The Thirteenth Floor’ isn’t just my survival story—it’s a roadmap for leaders who understand that caring for people isn’t separate from business success, it’s essential to it,” says Fliesher. “Every organization will face trauma. The question isn’t if, but when—and whether you’ll be prepared to respond with both compassion and strategy.”

Fliesher’s journey spans the unthinkable: surviving the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history, processing PTSD while pregnant, losing her father and navigating workplace challenges during the pandemic—all while rising to Vice President level in the male-dominated transportation industry.

Her unflinching storytelling reveals the hidden costs of unsupported workplace trauma, the power of vulnerable leadership and practical interventions that transform crisis into collective resilience.

“The Thirteenth Floor” transcends typical business memoirs by weaving neuroscience, grief psychology and safety protocols into an accessible guide for creating trauma-informed organizations. Readers will discover how to recognize trauma responses masquerading as performance issues, develop comprehensive crisis response frameworks and harness community healing to build stronger teams.

“Most leadership books tell you what to do – ‘The Thirteenth Floor’ shows you how trauma survivors can become your greatest assets,” Fliesher explains. “It’s about creating workplaces where people don’t just survive difficult seasons but emerge stronger and more connected.”

Featuring insights on post-traumatic growth, gender differences in trauma recovery and the business case for psychological safety, “The Thirteenth Floor” offers leaders practical tools for supporting employees through everything from personal loss to collective crises while maintaining organizational objectives.

From the Las Vegas Strip to corporate boardrooms, Fliesher’s story proves that trauma doesn’t have to be the end of the story – it can be the beginning of unprecedented growth, innovation and human connection.

“The Thirteenth Floor” is available now at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and major online booksellers.

About Legacy Launch Pad Publishing:

Legacy Launch Pad is the premier book publisher for entrepreneurs aiming to establish authority and leave a lasting legacy.

The company has produced multiple Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling authors, with their books featured on programs like Today and Good Morning America and in outlets such as The New York Times and USA Today. https://www.legacylaunchpadpub.com/

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Senior Tech Educator Tackles Smartphone Frustration in New Book

It is a friendly, step-by-step resource for seniors, who want to stop shoving their phones away in frustration and start loving them instead

BOCA RATON, Fla., Sept. 26, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Seniors frustrated with their smartphones finally have a guide written just for them. Anne Goldberg, a 73-year-old tech educator and founder of Savvy Senior Tech LLC, announces the release of her highly anticipated book, “Take This Phone and Shove It! — A Frustrated Senior’s Guide to Smartphones” (ISBN: 979-8992074901), launching on Amazon September 30, 2025.

Image caption: Cover, “Take This Phone and Shove It! — A Frustrated Senior’s Guide to Smartphones” by Anne Goldberg.

This step-by-step guide is designed to transform frustration into confidence. It is a friendly, step-by-step resource for seniors, who want to stop shoving their phones away in frustration and start loving them instead. Covering both iPhones and Androids, the book uses humor, real stories, and simple instructions to walk readers through everything from the basics of turning their phone on and off to essential internet safety tips.

WHY THIS BOOK MATTERS

For many older adults, technology can feel intimidating. Small buttons, confusing settings, and the fear of scams often lead to feelings of frustration and embarrassment. Anne Goldberg understands these challenges firsthand.

“For over a decade, I’ve taught classes to seniors who wanted to throw their phones across the room,” says Goldberg. “I know the biggest obstacle is fear. My mission is to replace that fear with confidence. Age should never stop us from learning because we are old enough to have a past, and young enough to have a future.”

WHAT READERS WILL LEARN

Written in large print with plenty of white space and clear language, “Take This Phone and Shove It!” breaks down complex topics into simple, manageable steps. Readers will learn how to:

Master smartphone gestures.
Send and receive texts, emails, and photos.
Making video calls to stay connected with family and friends.
Internet safety and scam protection.
Customize settings to make their phone easier to see, hear, and use.
How to use common apps that make daily life easier and more fun.

Instead of feeling overwhelmed, seniors can learn at their own pace and finally feel comfortable and in control of their technology.

MORE INFORMATION:

https://www.takethisphoneandshoveit.com/

“… old enough to have a past, and young enough to have a future…™”

For more information, media inquiries, review copies, or to schedule an interview with Anne Goldberg, please contact:

Anne Goldberg
Savvy Senior Tech LLC
Anne@TakeThisPhoneAndShoveIt.com

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Global Changemakers Unite for the World Fertility Awards at The Times Center in NYC

The WFAs aim to transform the future of family building by spotlighting progress in reproductive health and honoring those driving change

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 25, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Pregnantish, the first global media platform dedicated to helping people navigate their fertility, will produce the inaugural World Fertility Awards (WFAs) at The Times Center in NYC on December 1. With 500+ nominations from every continent except Antarctica, finalists were selected by a global committee and announced today at worldfertilityawards.com.

Image caption: World Fertility Awards.

The WFAs aim to transform the future of family building by spotlighting progress in reproductive health and honoring those driving change across access, awareness, inclusion, and innovation. This global event will unite medical professionals, advocates, public figures, and industry leaders in support of millions facing fertility challenges.

Backed by international host committees and sponsors, the WFAs will amplify stories of perseverance, science, and hope—bringing visibility to a community often overlooked.

CELEBRATING ACCESS AND AWARENESS

Honoree, astronaut and Time100-creator Kellie Gerardi, is being recognized for sharing her IVF story with millions:

“When I started IVF, it felt like a secret, lonely club no one prepared me for. I share my story to break the stigma, make the invisible visible, and help others feel less alone. My hope is for a future where fertility care is accessible and met with compassion.”

Carrot, a global fertility and family-forming care platform, is sponsoring the WFAs to highlight the need to expand access:

“The World Fertility Awards is elevating critical conversations and advancing our shared mission to increase access,” said Brooke Quinn, Chief Operating Officer at Carrot. “We’re thrilled to join Pregnantish in recognizing the innovators and advocates who are breaking down barriers to make quality fertility care a reality for everyone, everywhere.”

Sarah Kennedy Ellis, VP of Global Growth and Demand at Google Cloud, is among the leaders involved. She emphasizes the value of support during infertility:

“One of the few things we have when going through infertility struggles is community—to laugh, to cry, to learn and everything in between. That’s why celebrating one another and giving more visibility is so important.”

ADVANCING EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The WFAs honors leaders promoting inclusion in fertility care. Former Weekend Today anchor Jenna Wolfe, made history in 2013 by coming out publicly, announcing she was expecting with her wife. She will speak on the need for representation.

In Asia, where infertility stigma remains despite medical advances, innovators are closing equity gaps. WFA sponsor GenPrime, part of Rhea Fertility, led by CEO Margaret Wang shares,

“We understand the hidden struggles many families in Asia face—long wait times, regulatory barriers, and the emotional weight of not knowing where to turn. GenPrime addresses this through a strong international network of fertility clinics that combines science with personalized care. In doing so, we’re creating pathways and opening doors to parenthood. Supporting the World Fertility Awards reflects our belief that Asia deserves fertility care that is inclusive, innovative, and within reach.”

HIGHLIGHTING INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY

Pharmaceutical leader Ferring Pharmaceuticals is offering support in recognition of advances in reproductive medicine.

“We are honored to recognize the meaningful contributions of the people and organizations who are helping to shape the future of reproductive medicine,” said David Powley, Vice President, Reproductive Medicine at Ferring. “The World Fertility Awards is a powerful illustration of our shared focus to help more people become parents—by advancing science, building awareness about the impact of infertility and expanding access to care. We applaud Pregnantish on this important endeavor.”

Prof. Antonio Pellicer, IVF pioneer and co-founder of WFA sponsor IVI RMA Global, will be celebrated for his contribution. With over 200 clinics in 15 countries, IVI has helped bring assisted reproductive technology into the mainstream.

“When we founded IVI 35 years ago, what we were doing in IVF felt almost like science fiction—cutting-edge medicine accessible only to few. It is deeply inspiring to see how those early innovations have become standard of care, and to know that thousands of families across the globe now benefit each year from once-unimaginable treatments.”

IVF trailblazer and Nobel Prize winner Jacques Cohen, being honored for his legacy, is known for breakthroughs in embryo freezing and more.

“When I began my career in 1976, just before Louise Brown’s birth, IVF was a bold experiment with little interest—400 patients, two births. Today, steady progress has transformed it into a reliable option. We’re halfway to our goal of 100% fertilization, healthy embryos, and successful implantation. The journey has been consistent, remarkable, and worth celebrating.”

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ABOUT PREGNANTISH INC.

Pregnantish, founded in 2017 by Relationship Expert and Author Andrea Syrtash, is the first media platform dedicated to helping people navigate their next steps with fertility. It reaches a global audience of people trying to conceive and the healthcare professionals who support them.

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CCHR: Psychiatric Treatment Fails to Protect Communities, Often Fuels Tragedy

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 22, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — When violent tragedies like mass shootings strike, media have quoted family members or friends who assert perpetrators were “schizophrenic” or “off medication.” The Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR) says this inadvertently implies that psychiatric intervention could have prevented the acts, but psychiatrists themselves admit they cannot predict violent behavior. And psychiatric treatment — even involuntary hospitalization and drugging — often coincides with, or worsens, violent outcomes.

Image caption: Psychiatrists claim violent tragedies occur because perpetrators miss a mental health evaluation or stop taking drugs. The reality: psychiatric intervention often precedes harm, and psychiatrists cannot predict violent behavior.

CCHR analyzed 132 acts of senseless violence between the 1980s and 2022. Of these, 43 perpetrators had been psychiatrically hospitalized — often involuntarily—and at least 106 were prescribed psychotropic drugs prior to or at the time of their crimes. The true number would be higher, CCHR says, since toxicology results and treatment histories are often withheld. One perpetrator, treated long-term before shooting and wounding 10 and injuring 19 others, admitted: “They made me worse. They made me more dangerous than anybody could f— imagine.”

Recent case in point: Charlotte, North Carolina (August 2025). A 34-year-old man fatally stabbed a 23-year-old girl on a light rail train. Authorities described it as a “missed opportunity” for evaluation and medication. But the alleged perpetrator had already been involuntarily hospitalized, prescribed drugs, and cycled through prison, where psychiatric treatment is routine.[1]

Linking violence to “schizophrenia” reinforces a stereotype disproven by research.

A National Institutes of Health-funded CATIE trial found that 19 of 20 people diagnosed with schizophrenia exhibited no violent behavior during two years of follow-up.[2]
People given the label are 14 times more likely to be victims of violence than perpetrators.[3]

CCHR stresses that the real risk comes not from an unproven illness, for which there are no medical tests to confirm, but from the powerful drugs or other therapies imposed to treat it. When headlines state a perpetrator “stopped taking medication,” the implication is blame. But antipsychotics—literally “nerve-seizing” chemicals—can cause agitation, aggression, excitability, paranoia, diabetes, heart failure, and even brain shrinkage. Stopping is often a rational act of self-preservation.

Clozapine, widely forced on inmates, can cause lethal blood disorders, seizures, irritability, confusion, weight gain, hallucinations, sexual dysfunction, heart arrhythmias, and irreversible movement disorders.[4] A review of six major antipsychotics found treatment failure or relapse rates up to 93%, with widespread harm to multiple body systems.[5]

Withdrawal itself poses dangers, causing agitation, psychosis, or suicidality that never existed before and are mistaken for relapse.[6] Psychiatrist Joanna Moncrieff emphasizes that people who want to stop “should not be deemed irrational if they wish to try for a better quality of life free of the burdens of these drugs.”[7]

The Tarasoff ruling (California, 1976) gave psychiatry a “duty to warn” of dangerous behavior. Yet a psychiatrist admitted, “Violence by an individual is almost impossible to predict,” and the ruling demanded abilities “well beyond the professional powers of any therapist.”[8]

Even the American Psychiatric Association admits its Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) cannot establish mental disorder in relation to competency or criminal responsibility.[9] Yet, there are more than 200 “violence risk assessments” based on such unreliable tools. These can justify involuntary detention—raising serious concerns under the United Nations’ Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, which calls for an end to forced detainment and treatment.

Case Reports of Treatment Failure:

Buffalo, NY (2022): An 18-year-old killed 10 and injured 3 after psychiatric hospitalization.[10]
Houston, TX (2024): A perpetrator, 36, shot and injured two—including a child—after at least four involuntary commitments.[11]
Duxbury, MA (2023): A mother strangled her 3 children after discharge from a psychiatric hospital and being prescribed 13 psychiatric drugs for eight months prior.[12] Her lawyer said the drugs caused homicidal and suicidal ideation.[13]

“Cases like these exemplify that the problem isn’t early release or missed medication,” said Jan Eastgate, president of CCHR International. “The real issue is psychiatric incarceration and treatment itself often fails and worsens conditions. There should be a full review of this and the poor and dangerous outcomes.”

U.S. taxpayers have poured billions into violence-prevention schemes rooted in psychiatry.

Safe Schools Act (1994): promised violence-free schools by 2000.
Safe Schools/Healthy Students Initiative (1999–2009): spent $2.1 billion.
Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (2022): added over $2 billion for mental health in schools and nearly $190 million in DOJ safety grants.
2024 White House report detailed $1 billion to hire 14,000 school-based mental health staff, and $240 million for school-based programs.

Yet school shootings increased nearly 60% since the Safer Act’s passage—rising from 52 in 2019 to 83 in 2024.[14]

CCHR urges policymakers to confront that psychiatry’s model of detainment and drugging has failed to protect society. “Involuntary commitment and psychiatric drugging are not safeguards—they are risks,” Eastgate stated. “Psychiatrists admit they cannot predict violence, yet billions more are spent on programs built on a false promise that they can. It is time for accountability.”

About CCHR: It was founded in 1969 by the Church of Scientology and psychiatrist Dr. Thomas Szasz. CCHR is a nonprofit mental health watchdog exposing human rights abuses in psychiatry.

To learn more, visit: https://www.cchrint.org/2025/09/19/why-psychiatric-detainment-and-drugging-cannot-deliver-public-safety/

Sources:

[1] https://sfg.media/en/a/police-released-full-footage-of-iryna-zarutska-killing-in-the-us/; https://sfg.media/en/a/who-is-decarlos-brown-jr-and-why-was-he-free-after-14-arrests/; https://abcnews.go.com/US/mother-sister-charlotte-stabbing-suspect-describe-history-mental/story?id=125451590

[2] https://www.medpagetoday.com/resource-centers/mental-health-focus/predicting-violence-schizophrenia/2645

[3] https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3160236/

[4] https://www.drugs.com/sfx/clozapine-side-effects.html

[5] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27864791/

[6] https://www.ijfmr.com/papers/2024/4/25984.pdf

[7] https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7338640/

[8] https://scocal.stanford.edu/opinion/tarasoff-v-regents-university-california-30278; “Once A Killer; A Gunman Convicted of Shooting Nine People and Killing Four of Them is Trying To Be Released from a Mental Hospital,” CBS 48 Hours, July 12, 1999

[9] DSM Fourth Edition-TR (APA, 2000), p. xxxiii; Nancy Haydt, “The DSM-5 and Criminal Defense: When Does a Diagnosis Make a Difference?” Utah Law Review, Vol. 2015, Article 13

[10] https://apnews.com/article/buffalo-supermarket-shooting-government-and-politics-race-ethnicity-978bddfec22344fe73e30ca34f491784

[11] https://abcnews.go.com/US/suspected-lakewood-church-shooter-criminal-history-mental-health/story?id=107179259

[12] https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11728009/Lindsay-Clancy-psychiatrist-says-flat-board-wondering-whats-going-on.html

[13] https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11710075/Midwife-mother-strangled-three-children-death-overmedicated-prescription-drugs.html

[14] https://www.cnn.com/us/school-shootings-fast-facts-dg

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Luvme Hair 11th Anniversary: Your Favorite Wigs, Now Better & Starting at $69

NEW YORK, N.Y., Sept. 18, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Luvme Hair, a leading name in all textured wigs and hair extensions, is celebrating its 11th anniversary with the theme Luvme For Real. As part of this milestone, Luvme Hair is offering exclusive anniversary deals, with wigs starting at just $69. The celebration also introduces enhanced collections designed for effortless beauty, featuring versatile styles that suit every occasion and empower customers to express their unique look confidently.

Image caption: Luvme Hair 11th Anniversary: Your Favorite Wigs, Now Better and Starting at $69.

CELEBRATE LUVME HAIR’S 11TH ANNIVERSARY

Luvme Hair is excited to invite customers to its 11th anniversary celebration, bringing incredible value and stylish options to those who love luvme hair women’s wigs. This special event is a way to thank the loyal community that has supported the brand’s journey while offering unbeatable deals on premium-quality products.

EVENT DURATION: FROM SEPTEMBER 12 TO SEPTEMBER 24, 2025

Special Discounts: Premium-quality wigs are now available starting at just $69.

Top Picks: Discover Wigs Perfect Style

As part of the 11th anniversary celebration, Luvme Hair is proud to showcase its Top Picks — a curated selection of wigs and bundles designed to meet diverse styling needs. Whether you’re looking for convenience, versatility, or bold transformations, these collections have you covered:

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“We are thrilled to celebrate our 11th anniversary with exclusive deals that make premium-quality wigs more accessible than ever. At Luvme Hair, we are committed to helping women express their individuality with confidence and ease. This anniversary sale is our way of showing gratitude to our loyal customers and empowering them to embrace beautiful, effortless hair,” said Helena Lee, founder of Luvme Hair.

ABOUT LUVME HAIR
Luvme Hair is a reputable brand in the hair wigs industry, known for its short human hair parting wigs, long hair wig for women, black wig with bangs, curly orange wig and straight human braiding hair that allow individuals to effortlessly switch up their looks. With a focus on innovation, creativity, quality, and customer satisfaction, Luvme Hair has garnered a loyal customer base globally, with over 2 million satisfied customers. For more information about Luvme Hair, please visit their official website. https://shop.luvmehair.com/

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Hillcrest in La Verne Celebrates National Centenarian Day with Two Residents Over 100

LA VERNE, Calif., Sept. 18, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hillcrest, a senior living community rooted in service and care, is celebrating National Centenarian Day by honoring its eight centenarian residents whose lives span more than a century. National Centenarian Day is an opportunity not only to recognize individuals but also to reflect on the importance of community spaces that honor and uplift seniors.

Photo caption: Hillcrest celebrates National Centenarian Day by honoring Graham Lovelace, 102, who continues to inspire with his active lifestyle.

Centenarians Margaret Coston and Graham Lovelace both exemplify Hillcrest’s mission of fostering community, independence, and meaningful living. Their stories highlight Hillcrest’s commitment to supporting older adults with a balance of independence, care, and belonging.

“We are inspired by remarkable individuals like Margaret and Graham, who remind us daily of the grace in aging, through their resilience, wisdom, and generosity of spirit,” said Shirley Turner, Hillcrest Director of Sales and Marketing. “At Hillcrest, we often say we may be an unofficial ‘blue zone,’ a place where people naturally thrive and live longer. With walkable neighborhoods, meaningful connections, access to wellness, and a vibrant sense of purpose, our community has all the hallmarks of healthy living. The lives of Margaret, Graham, and our other centenarians are living proof of how the right environment can support both longevity and joy.”

Hillcrest has compiled a book detailing the life stories of its centenarians, authored by Hillcrest resident Sharon Wulfensmith. It is available for order in the gift shop and all proceeds will be given to the Benevolence Fund, which aids residents who have outlived their resources and can no longer afford the services or care they need, according to Turner.

Residents’ Stories

ABOUT MARGARET COSTON (TURNING 102 THIS MONTH)

Margaret’s life has been shaped by service, education, and adventure. Married in 1946 to her husband Bill, a YMCA leader and Brethren volunteer, she lived in Bolivia and Korea before settling in Los Angeles, where they raised two sons. Bill later helped secure the land that would become Hillcrest, a community they both cherished.

A former high school teacher who worked with at-risk students, Margaret continues to live independently at Hillcrest, reading daily, preparing her own meals, and keeping up with current events. She credits her longevity to healthy living, independence, eating healthy and taking care of herself. She still makes her bed every morning and faithfully watches the news. “Keep breathing in and out every day and you’re still alive,” she says with a smile.

ABOUT GRAHAM LOVELACE (102)

Born in Bakersfield in 1923, Graham served three years in the U.S. Air Force during World War II as a weather observer, including two years in England. After the war, he married his wife Joyce, also a teacher, whom he met on a “double blind date,” and they shared 69 years of marriage, raising three sons.

Graham worked at the Standard Oil Co. prior to becoming a teacher and developed leadership and public speaking programs for his students based on his years with Toastmasters International. He chronicled his experiences in a book that detailed his work with his fifth and seventh-grade students, teaching them skills in leadership and public speaking. He calls this program “the greatest accomplishment in my life.”

He and Joyce proudly volunteered as disaster coordinators for the State of California for the Church of the Brethren, where they developed a program to care for children while their parents volunteered or received assistance through FEMA.

Graham has a lifelong commitment to helping others, one that has continued in his 21 years living at Hillcrest. He has been an active member of the community, chairing the Beautification and Garden Committee and serving as a member of the Modern Railroad Club, which organizes the annual Christmas display in the Meeting House. He and his son carry on this tradition to this day.

Reflecting on his life, Graham says, “They keep trying to make a hero out of me, and I don’t feel like one. But I know there are not many World War II veterans still alive. I did my job like many other GIs.”

ABOUT HILLCREST

Hillcrest is an upscale 501(c)(3) nonprofit continuing care retirement community (CCRC) centrally located in the San Gabriel Valley, less than 30 minutes from Los Angeles, Anaheim, Pasadena, and San Bernardino and located at the gateway to the Inland Empire. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood just off Foothill Boulevard in La Verne, California, Hillcrest offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing with an emphasis on wellness and health. For more information, visit: https://liveathillcrest.org/.

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Photo Caption: Hillcrest celebrates National Centenarian Day by honoring Graham Lovelace, 102, who continues to inspire with his active lifestyle.

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Simpson House Celebrates Five Centenarians on National Centenarian Day

Spotlight on 100-Year-Old Resident Mary Brown and Her Secrets to Longevity

PHILADELPHIA, Pa., Sept. 17, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In recognition of National Centenarian Day, Simpson House, one of Philadelphia’s most historic senior living communities, is honoring five extraordinary residents, ranging in age from 100 to 104 years old, on September 22. In addition, the celebration will recognize 50 additional residents aged 90-99, highlighting the vibrancy of the Simpson House community. The event features the remarkable stories, wisdom and life lessons from Simpson House residents, including centenarian Mary Brown, who turned 100 in March.

Image caption: Mary Brown, 100 years old, celebrates National Centenarian Day as part of Simpson House’s National Centenarian Day celebration.

“We are inspired daily by our residents, who teach us new life lessons as they make meaningful contributions to our Simpson community,” said Dr. Carol McKinley, President and CEO of Simpson. “We are honored to celebrate them and showcase their extraordinary life stories.”

As part of the celebration, each centenarian received complimentary services at Simpson’s on-site salon and participated in a “glamour” photo shoot. Photos and memorabilia from their lives will also be showcased. Residents, family and friends are also invited to attend the event held in Simpson House’s historic Constitution Hall.

Mary Brown: Centenarian Living in Community, Church and Creativity

Born in 1925 in Union, South Carolina, Mary Brown grew up during the Great Depression and graduated from high school just as World War II began. She earned her degree in business administration in Columbia, SC and eventually settled in Philadelphia in 1943, where she and her husband raised two sons.

She worked with the Veterans Administration for 30 years before retiring in 1986. After retirement, she devoted her time to the Walnut Hill Community Organization, where she was a committed volunteer, and continues as an active member of the Mount Carmel Church choir. In retirement, Mary discovered a hidden talent for watercolor painting, and today, she continues to create birthday cards for fellow residents at Simpson House.

She attributes her longevity to staying mentally sharp through daily cryptogram puzzles, a practice she’s maintained for over 40 years. She also emphasizes the importance of positivity, faith, independence, and family for living a long and meaningful life.

“I’m a survivor, not a saint,” Mary says. “I believe in prayer, staying active, and living one day at a time. Family is the most important thing to me.”

Her resilience has carried her through the loss of her husband, both sons, and her mother, who lived to 106. A breast cancer and stroke survivor, Mary continues to inspire her community with her strength and optimism.

About Simpson

Simpson is a not-for-profit family of services, including five senior living communities, home care, therapy, and end-of-life care. Open since 1865, it is the longest-serving Methodist organization in the nation. Simpson derives great strength from its history of caring for older adults from all backgrounds and all walks of life and is constantly working to uphold its position as a community, regional, and national leader in caring for and treasuring the lives of older adults. The organization continues to grow to serve more people with the highest possible level of care. For more information, visit https://www.simpsonsenior.org/communities/simpson-house/

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Photo Caption: Mary Brown, 100 years old, celebrates National Centenarian Day as part of Simpson House’s National Centenarian Day celebration.

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Back-to-School Giveaway: Win the Award-Winning Children’s Book ‘Guinea Pig Power’

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Sept. 3, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Families looking for a fun read this fall can enter a special back-to-school children’s book giveaway for “Guinea Pig Power” (ISBN: 979-8322647737; Released May 23, 2024 promoted by All Out Media). Author Ben St. James is celebrating the book’s recent 2nd Place win at the Purple Dragonfly Book Awards with a Goodreads giveaway of 100 Kindle eBook copies, available to enter September 1–30, 2025.

Image caption: “Guinea Pig Power” by author Ben St. James.

ABOUT “GUINEA PIG POWER”

By day, Fuzwald and Rex are ordinary guinea pigs. But when the moon rises, these small pets have big adventures. Thanks to a special lab-made treat, they transform into unlikely superheroes who protect their tiny world. In rhymes full of humor and charm, the story follows their adventures as they rescue kittens, solve problems, and prove that even the smallest creatures can be mighty heroes.

The book, which debuted as an Amazon bestseller, is praised for its engaging rhymes and Saturday morning cartoon–style illustrations. It blends adventure with themes of courage, teamwork, and imagination — making it a timely choice for back-to-school reading sessions.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

Since its release, Guinea Pig Power has earned multiple distinctions, including:

Purple Dragonfly Book Awards — 2nd Place Winner, 2025
Readers’ Favorite Children – General Honorable Mention
PenCraft Book Awards K–3rd General Runner-up
Chanticleer Little Peeps Shortlist

The book has also been warmly received by reviewers:

“Guinea Pig Power is a rollicking rhyming book that knows where to tickle the funny bones of preschoolers and young readers.” — Sandy Saucier, Novels Alive
“This book is an excellent choice for a cheerful reading session, whether it’s a bedtime story or a daytime activity, bringing smiles and laughter to its readers.” — Literary Titan

ABOUT THE GIVEAWAY

To celebrate both the recent award win and the new school year, St. James is giving away 100 Kindle eBook copies of “Guinea Pig Power.” The Goodreads giveaway runs from September 1 through September 30, 2025.

Readers can also follow Ben St. James on Goodreads, X, and WordPress for access to free activity pages, coloring sheets, and additional family-friendly content.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Ben St. James is a children’s author and illustrator based in Sugar Creek, Missouri. He began his creative career by contributing comic illustrations and video game reviews to his high school newspaper and has since built a wide-ranging portfolio in publishing, consulting, and design. He has worked with more than 100 authors — including TEDx speakers, Forbes contributors, and Olympians — and has supported over 30 books in reaching #1 on Amazon between 2021 and 2024.

His projects span children’s book illustration, animation, mobile game design, merchandise prototyping, and story development, all rooted in his belief that storytelling drives creativity.

OTHER TITLES BY BEN ST. JAMES

In addition to “Guinea Pig Power,” St. James is the author of “Cowboy Cooper and the Ghost Town,” which received 2nd Place in the General category at the Story Monsters Purple Dragonfly Book Awards. The book also made history last fall as the first picture book ever to win 1st Place in the Western category of the Royal Dragonfly Awards.

AVAILABILITY

“Guinea Pig Power” is available now through Amazon and major online book retailers worldwide.

BOOK SUMMARY:

Author: Ben St. James

Contact: authorpress@tellwell.ca

Author website: https://benstjames.news.blog/

Buy Link: https://a.co/d/9nxdiLX

Genre: Children’s Picture Book

Released: May 2025

PAPERBACK ISBN-13: 9798322647737

Publisher: Independent

NEWS SOURCE: Author Ben St. James

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New Book ‘Personality Intelligence: Master the Art of Being You’ by Merrick Rosenberg Unlocks the Power of Personality to Transform Work, Relationships, and Life

MARLTON, N.J., Sept. 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — After helping more than 15 million people worldwide discover their personality style, Merrick Rosenberg -entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and the creative force behind the popular “bird” framework of personality – announces the release of his groundbreaking new book, “Personality Intelligence: Master the Art of Being You (For Your Sake and Everyone Else’s)” (ISBN: 978-1959554080; hardcover), available September 2, 2025.

Image caption: Cover, “Personality Intelligence: Master the Art of Being You” by Merrick Rosenberg.

Rosenberg, widely known as “The Bird Guy,” has spent more than three decades pioneering innovative approaches to personality-based learning. His reimagining of the traditional DISC model into four instantly recognizable birds – Eagle, Parrot, Dove, and Owl – has made understanding personality fun, intuitive, and unforgettable. With “Personality Intelligence,” Rosenberg takes his work to the next level, introducing a fresh, practical framework that helps readers not only understand themselves but also grow into the best version of who they can become.

“An understanding of all the personality styles, not just our own, reveals the path to becoming the highest expression of ourselves,” Rosenberg says.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Merrick Rosenberg is a trailblazing entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and the foremost expert on how personality shapes behavior, relationships, and success. In 2012, he revolutionized the DISC personality model by reimagining the classic letters as four memorable birds – Eagle, Parrot, Dove, and Owl – making the styles instantly visual, relatable, and unforgettable.

Merrick is the co-founder of Team Builders Plus (1991) and Take Flight Learning (2012), and has brought his innovative approach to more than two-thirds of the Fortune 100. He’s the author of eight award-winning books on personality and leadership, including Taking “Flight!,” “The Chameleon,” and “Which Bird Are You?,” and is the creative force behind the acclaimed short film “BirdBrains, Inc.,” winner of 23 film festival awards.

His upcoming book, “Personality Intelligence: Master the Art of Being You (For Your Sake and Everyone Else’s),” will be released in September 2025 and offers a bold new framework for personal and professional transformation.

Merrick’s journey began in management consulting, where he quickly realized that real change requires more than process, it demands people who understand and work well with each other. Driven by this insight, he earned an MBA in Organizational Development and founded one of the first team-building companies in the U.S. From there, he pioneered a new era of personality-based training that blends self-awareness with interactive learning.

Through his energetic keynotes, engaging programs, and innovative tools, Merrick continues to help people unlock their potential by mastering the one thing they carry with them everywhere: their personality.

ABOUT THE BOOK

“Personality Intelligence: Master the Art of Being You” offers a bold new perspective on personal growth and interpersonal success. While most personality assessments label people in fixed categories, Rosenberg argues that personality is not a box to sit in, it’s a springboard for transformation.

The book introduces the four familiar bird styles – Eagle (direct and results-driven), Parrot (social and enthusiastic), Dove (harmonious and compassionate), and Owl (logical and detail-oriented) – and explores how each plays out in everyday life.

Readers are then guided through the four levels of Personality Intelligence (PIQ):

Level 1: The Unevolved State – unaware individuals whose personalities work against them.
Level 2: The Typical State – people whose style serves them but occasionally sabotages them.
Level 3: The Master State – those who have elevated their personality to its best expression.
Level 4: The Chameleon State – rare individuals who seamlessly adapt to any style and thrive in every situation.

Through engaging fables, neuroscience insights, celebrity stories, and colorful characters like Dawn Eagleton, Ian Parrotti, Scarlett Doveridge, and Carter Barnowl, Rosenberg paints a vivid roadmap for readers to recognize themselves as they were, are, and could be.

“Personality Intelligence” is both a mirror and a guide, offering readers the tools to better understand themselves, build stronger relationships, and create greater success in all areas of life.

ABOUT TAKE FLIGHT LEARNING

Take Flight Learning is the leading provider of personality-based training solutions, founded by Merrick Rosenberg in 2012. The company has brought its dynamic and interactive programs to organizations across industries, helping individuals and teams improve communication, collaboration, and performance through the power of personality.

Websites:

Personal website: https://www.MerrickRosenberg.com

Company website: https://www.TakeFlightLearning.com

Bird Brains, Inc. (Merrick’s movie) website: https://wwwBirdBrainsInc.com

Videos:

Speaker video: https://bit.ly/mr-speakervideo

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MerrickRosenberg

BirdBrains, Inc. trailer: bit.ly/BBItrailer

Social Media:

X: https://twitter.com/MerrickR

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Merrick_Rosenberg/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MerrickR

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merrickrosenberg/

Substack: https://merrickrosenberg.substack.com/

MEDIA ONLY CONTACT:
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856-489-8654

NEWS SOURCE: Merrick Rosenberg

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Author Kathy Forbes Makes Wedding Planning Easy, Organized, and Joyful in New Book Release

VICTORIA, B.C., Sept. 1, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Kathy Forbes, a certified wedding and event planner with decades of experience, announces the release of her practical and refreshingly candid guidebook, “Wedding Planning: Five Easy Steps & The Secret to Pull it Together” (ISBN: 978-1779621962; June 2025). This indispensable wedding guide is designed to help couples plan with confidence, stay organized, and genuinely enjoy their big day — without getting overwhelmed.

Image caption: Cover, “Wedding Planning: Five Easy Steps & The Secret to Pull it Together” by Kathy Forbes.

Unlike typical wedding planning books packed with endless checklists and unrealistic expectations to tie the lists together, Kathy Forbes’ guide breaks it down into five clear, actionable steps: Timeline, Budget, “Day of” Schedule, Duties and Tasks, and Lists & Assignments. The book offers expert advice, real-life anecdotes, customizable templates, and a crucial but often overlooked tip: selecting a reliable special person that is designated on the “day-of” to handle all logistics while the couple celebrates.

“I wanted to create a book that feels like a friend’s wise advice during a quiet chat — simple, direct, and filled with things you won’t hear anywhere else,” says Kathy Forbes. “Too many couples realize too late how vital it is to have someone managing those behind-the-scenes details. This book makes sure you’ll enjoy the day you worked so hard to plan.”

This book is ideal for engaged couples, families, bridal parties, and anyone who wants to plan a memorable, stress-free wedding without the guesswork.

A charming mix of memoirs and practical guide, “Wedding Planning: Five Easy Steps & The Secret to Pull it Together” reflects Kathy Forbes’ vast experience through her wedding and event planning business and her corporate background as a sales analyst.

About the Author:

Kathy Forbes earned her wedding and event planning credentials from BCIT (British Columbia Institute of Technology) in 2005 and quickly turned her skills into meaningful work, planning joyful events. Her personal mission is to make wedding planning a positive and unforgettable experience for every couple.

Now retired from corporate life, Kathy Forbes enjoys writing, painting, traveling, and expanding her world through reading and educating herself in order to gain new experiences. Married to her high school sweetheart, Kathy has two married daughters and two grandchildren.

“Wedding Planning: Five Easy Steps & The Secret to Pull it Together” is available now through Amazon and all major online book retailers in Canada, the U.S., and worldwide.

BOOK SUMMARY:

Author: Kathy Forbes

Email: authorpress@tellwell.ca

Website: https://www.anewpaigeevent.com/

Buy Link (Amazon): https://a.co/d/cnjW6AP

Genre: How-To

Released: June 2025

PAPERBACK ISBN-13: 9781779621962

Publisher: Tellwell ( https://tellwell.ca )

NEWS SOURCE: Author Kathy Forbes

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‘Unforgiving Thresholds’ – Book Five in ‘The Shaman Speaks’ Series by Don Trudeau Calls Urgent Attention to Humanity’s Tipping Points

WHITEHORSE, Yukon, Canada, Aug. 19, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Ojibwe of Ontario elder, storyteller, and author Don Trudeau announces the release of “Unforgiving Thresholds” (ISBN: 978-1834182582), the fifth installment in his acclaimed ‘The Shaman Speaks’ series. Drawing on more than seven decades of observation as a Shaman in the First Nation depiction, Trudeau offers a powerful warning about the environmental, social, and spiritual crises that humanity has brought upon itself.

Image caption: Cover, ‘Unforgiving Thresholds’ – Book Five in ‘The Shaman Speaks’ Series by Don Trudeau.

“Given that Mother Nature tends to correct unfavorable exceptions of the whole, then change is in order, soon to come,” Trudeau writes. In “Unforgiving Thresholds,” he explores how humanity’s actions have created ripples – like stones thrown into a pond – that expand outward, merging into an unstoppable collapse of thresholds. Some readers may revisit the book’s message multiple times, while others may only see its truth when events make its warnings undeniable.

WHY HE WROTE THE BOOK

“My book is about the many thresholds that mankind is currently witnessing the results of, setting the stage for our own downfall,” says Trudeau. “Mankind’s rise in numbers, polluting habits has gone unchecked for millennia, placing us outside the environmental balance to contribute to a healthy world.”

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Don Trudeau was taught observance from a young age and has practiced it throughout his 78 years. As a Shaman, he has witnessed profound changes in wildlife, climate, economy, health, weather patterns, and catastrophic land events. He served as a caretaker at Fort Selkirk in the Yukon where he worked to preserve Indigenous history through storytelling and the written word.

“Unforgiving Thresholds” joins previous volumes in ‘The Shaman Speaks’ series, including “The Shaman Speaks, Volume 1: Gather You My Wisdom,” “Volume 2: The Teachings” and “Volume 3: The Elder’s Tears.” With more books in progress and planned, the series remains a vital part of Trudeau’s mission to pass on the wisdom, traditions, and cautionary lessons of the First Nations People.

AVAILABILITY

“Unforgiving Thresholds” is available now through Amazon and other major booksellers.

BOOK SUMMARY:

Author: Don Trudeau

Email: authorpress@tellwell.ca

Buy Link (Amazon): https://a.co/d/1Lv4BI7

Genre: Spirituality/History

Released: June, 2025

PAPERBACK ISBN-13: 9781834182582

Publisher: Tellwell ( https://tellwell.ca/ )

NEWS SOURCE: Author Don Trudeau

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