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Grace Gardens Dedication Ceremony at Town & Country Celebrates Two Years of Premier Memory Care in Santa Ana

SANTA ANA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Town & Country Life Plan Community celebrated the two-year anniversary of Grace Gardens Memory Care with a Dedication Ceremony on September 16. Dr. John Stumbo, the president of The Christian and Missionary Alliance, presided over the dedication, which was attended by city officials, business partners, residents, and their families.

"Grace Gardens Memory Care is a ministry that we are dedicating to God-we are setting it aside for Him and His purposes," said Dr. Stumbo. "Grace Gardens Memory Care is a community whose sole purpose is to care for those who cannot care for themselves."

"Our community was honored with the dedication, and we would like to thank Dr. John Stumbo and The Christian and Missionary Alliance, who have provided invaluable support over the years," said Town & Country CEO Rob Goerzen. "Town & Country offers a caring Christian environment designed to meet each resident's physical, social and spiritual needs at all care levels. We are proud to celebrate Grace Gardens and have it recognized as a leading memory care community in Orange County."

Grace Gardens opened in 2021 on the Town & Country campus and offers residency for approximately 70 residents with Alzheimer's and dementia in four distinct neighborhoods. The beautiful and innovative community provides ample access to the outdoors with natural surroundings, sunlight, and plenty of secure, open space to move around to promote physical, mental and social health.

Additional amenities include a bistro, a sun deck terrace, quiet rooms, a beauty salon, activity rooms, lounges and a media room. Families and residents can also have meals onsite at Rob's Garden Cafe. Grace Gardens offers 24x7 nursing staff and concierge doctor's office, medical appointment transportation and chef-crafted meals. Therapies include art, music, exercise and horticulture.

Town & Country offers a continuum of care that also includes independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing. The Medicare rated, 5-star skilled nursing center is convenient for all residents and is especially helpful should the need arise for memory care residents.

Couples who have different care needs live on our campus. Most couples have the option to continue to live together, while others may choose to live in different areas of the community knowing that they can easily visit each other and spend quality time together each day.

Town & Country is a non-profit organization, which means they put money back into the community. A non-profit organization is different than a for-profit community that needs to pay back investors.

Town & Country is a charitable 501(c)(3) nonprofit Christian retirement community in the heart of Orange County. Built in 1975, Town & Country was brought to life with the vision of showing God's love through the caring and serving of their residents. The 8-acre campus is full of outdoor courtyards, gardens and fountains with every residential apartment having a private patio. Town & Country offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehab care.

For more information, visit: https://www.tcmanor.com/
The Town & Country Life Plan Community celebrated the two-year anniversary of Grace Gardens Memory Care with a Dedication Ceremony on September 16. Dr. John Stumbo, the president of The Christian and Missionary Alliance, presided over the dedication, which was attended by city officials, business partners, residents, and their families.

"Grace Gardens Memory Care is a ministry that we are dedicating to God-we are setting it aside for Him and His purposes," said Dr. Stumbo. "Grace Gardens Memory Care is a community whose sole purpose is to care for those who cannot care for themselves."

"Our community was honored with the dedication, and we would like to thank Dr. John Stumbo and The Christian and Missionary Alliance, who have provided invaluable support over the years," said Town & Country CEO Rob Goerzen. "Town & Country offers a caring Christian environment designed to meet each resident's physical, social and spiritual needs at all care levels. We are proud to celebrate Grace Gardens and have it recognized as a leading memory care community in Orange County."

Grace Gardens opened in 2021 on the Town & Country campus and offers residency for approximately 70 residents with Alzheimer's and dementia in four distinct neighborhoods. The beautiful and innovative community provides ample access to the outdoors with natural surroundings, sunlight, and plenty of secure, open space to move around to promote physical, mental and social health.

Additional amenities include a bistro, a sun deck terrace, quiet rooms, a beauty salon, activity rooms, lounges and a media room. Families and residents can also have meals onsite at Rob's Garden Cafe. Grace Gardens offers 24x7 nursing staff and concierge doctor's office, medical appointment transportation and chef-crafted meals. Therapies include art, music, exercise and horticulture.

Town & Country offers a continuum of care that also includes independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing. The Medicare rated, 5-star skilled nursing center is convenient for all residents and is especially helpful should the need arise for memory care residents.

Couples who have different care needs live on our campus. Most couples have the option to continue to live together, while others may choose to live in different areas of the community knowing that they can easily visit each other and spend quality time together each day.

Town & Country is a non-profit organization, which means they put money back into the community. A non-profit organization is different than a for-profit community that needs to pay back investors.

Town & Country is a charitable 501(c)(3) nonprofit Christian retirement community in the heart of Orange County. Built in 1975, Town & Country was brought to life with the vision of showing God's love through the caring and serving of their residents. The 8-acre campus is full of outdoor courtyards, gardens and fountains with every residential apartment having a private patio. Town & Country offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehab care.

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

The Town & Country Life Plan Community celebrated the two-year anniversary of Grace Gardens Memory Care with a Dedication Ceremony on September 16. Dr. John Stumbo, the president of The Christian and Missionary Alliance, presided over the dedication, which was attended by city officials, business partners, residents, and their families.

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

Matrix Announces the Successful Sale of BeWell Network, LLC

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

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

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

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

BeWell is Joint Commission accredited and LegitScript certified.

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

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

About Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc.

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

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

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

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

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

Elevate Your Addiction Treatment Approach: Discover Soberlink’s Groundbreaking Strategies for the Future of Addiction Medicine, Featured in USA Today’s Mental Health Magazine

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Soberlink, a recognized leader in addiction treatment solutions, has been featured in a special edition of USA Today's Mental Health Magazine focusing on the future of addiction medicine.

In a display commissioned by the magazine, Soberlink showcased its innovative strategies and solutions that help to shape the future landscape of addiction treatment. The feature allows addiction treatment professionals a glimpse into the pioneering technologies and methodologies that Soberlink is bringing to this critical field.

Thy-An Tran, Director of Marketing and Advertising, expressed excitement over this opportunity to highlight the company's innovative role in the future of addiction treatment: "Being able to share our technology with a wider community through USA Today's Mental Health Magazine is such a great chance to raise awareness about the effectiveness and benefits of our system. We firmly believe that accountability, sustained motivation, and trust rebuilding, as facilitated by Soberlink, are the cornerstones of successful addiction treatment now and into the future."

Soberlink's feature in the nationally acclaimed magazine underscores the company's commitment to revolutionizing the addiction treatment space, providing unparalleled value to practitioners, and continually evolving to meet the needs of those struggling with addiction.

Soberlink's state-of-the-art alcohol monitoring system, complete with facial recognition, tamper detection, and AI-powered Advanced Reporting, is defining the future of alcohol addiction treatment.

Soberlink's pioneering role in the future of addiction medicine, coupled with its unwavering dedication to improving treatment outcomes, empowers addiction treatment professionals to improve their practices and, ultimately, patient lives.

For more information about Soberlink's advanced solutions and insights into the future of addiction treatment, visit https://www.soberlink.com/.

About Soberlink:

Soberlink strives to erase the stigma of alcohol monitoring by designing and developing the very best technology for a modern, discreet user experience. We empower treatment professionals to provide unprecedented support for their clients' sobriety journey. Through our comprehensive alcohol monitoring system, we enable individuals to demonstrate their commitment to recovery, thereby fostering trust, rebuilding relationships, and improving lives. Our journey started in 2011, and ever since, we've been fueled by a passion for creating innovative solutions that make alcohol monitoring not only dependable but also seamlessly integrated into everyday life.

Soberlink, a recognized leader in addiction treatment solutions, has been featured in a special edition of USA Today's Mental Health Magazine focusing on the future of addiction medicine. Soberlink's state-of-the-art alcohol monitoring system, complete with facial recognition, tamper detection, and AI-powered Advanced Reporting, is defining the future of alcohol addiction treatment.

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

Abigail Erickson-Torres Announces Departure as Chief Executive Officer of Bryan’s House

DALLAS, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Abigail Erickson-Torres is moving on from her role as Chief Executive Officer of Bryan's House, the nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting at-risk children with special needs in North Texas. After eight remarkable years leading the organization, Erickson-Torres' tenure will conclude on June 2, 2023. Bryan's House executives anticipate a smooth transition with little to no impact on the families they serve.

As Bryan's House embarks on its search for a new CEO, a committee led by global business leader David Wagner, incoming Board Chair Keith Mankin MD, and other key members will explore the organization's future direction. This effort will focus on executing the nonprofit's innovative Strategic Plan and building capacity for sustainable growth.

Reflecting on Erickson-Torres' time with Bryan's House, Board Chair Nicole Blythe expressed gratitude for her unwavering dedication and service. "Throughout her eight-year tenure, Abigail has been instrumental in fulfilling our mission, enhancing visibility, sustaining operations, improving quality, and expanding the agency to better serve children and families with excellence. As she transitions to a new role in the community, we will undoubtedly miss her leadership and wish her the best in her future endeavors."

About Bryan's House

Bryan's House offers children with special needs and their families with trusted reliable case management, educational, therapeutic, and medically supported care. In a world where children with special needs face limited options in life, Bryan’s House is the only organization that empowers their families by removing barriers to care in order to serve these children through education, health, advocacy and social services because we believe that every child has a right to thrive, no matter what.

Current Programs:

* The West Dallas campus has a unique Child Development Center catering to children aged 0-5 for daily care and 0-14 for seasonal camps. The campus features an integrated, accessible, and inclusive model of care with programs such as the Stefanie Held Community Library tailored for families with children with special needs, four therapy rooms, and community meeting spaces. In addition to their own inclusive classroom model - there are three distinctive spaces that are operated in partnership and designated as a DISD Pre-K partner site.

* The Trigger's Toy's Therapy Program collaborates with the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD). Bryan's House hosts twenty therapy interns in a lab school environment each semester, furthering pathways to inclusion and early intervention for deserving children on campus.

* Beyond the West Dallas campus, offsite programs extend to seven counties across North Texas, serving families and children aged 0-21 in their homes or shelters. These programs offer intensive social work, family support, and homelessness prevention services.

LEARN MORE:

http://www.bryanshouse.org/

Instagram @bryanshouseoa

Address: 3610 Pipestone Road Dallas, TX 75212

Abigail Erickson-Torres is moving on from her role as Chief Executive Officer of Bryan's House, the nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting at-risk children with special needs in North Texas. After eight remarkable years leading the organization, Erickson-Torres' tenure will conclude on June 2, 2023. Bryan's House executives anticipate a smooth transition with little to no impact on the families they serve.

Related link: http://www.bryanshouse.org/

Embrace the Power of Proof: How Documenting Sobriety Can Restore Relationships and Boost Confidence in Addiction Recovery for Mental Health Awareness Month

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- In anticipation of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, Soberlink, the leading alcohol monitoring technology for documenting proof of sobriety, is excited to launch its inspiring "Proof is Powerful" initiative. This campaign aims to emphasize the life-changing impact of proving sobriety in healing relationships and bolstering confidence during the recovery process.

By sharing the moving stories of Soberlink clients who have successfully rebuilt their lives and relationships, the "Proof is Powerful" initiative brings attention to the significance of the little green checkmarks on a Soberlink calendar. As individuals demonstrate their commitment to sobriety, they progressively restore trust with their loved ones, creating a supportive environment for enduring recovery. The campaign poses the question: Can something as simple as proving sobriety truly be the key to unlocking this healing process?

Grant, a former Soberlink client, witnessed this transformative power firsthand. Initially hesitant to use Soberlink, Grant soon recognized the positive impact it had on his relationships with those around him. By documenting and proving his sobriety through Soberlink, Grant was able to regain trust, mend relationships, and renew his dedication to a healthier, sober life, along with a rewarding new career.

"For me, Soberlink was a crucial accountability tool. It was the guardrail that kept me from veering off the road to recovery," says Grant. "Soberlink also provided evidence of change that helped me regain the trust of my family. With the help of Soberlink and other support, I learned that recovery was not only possible but also enjoyable and rewarding. So much so that it inspired a career change and led me to work for an organization whose mission is to help people struggling with alcohol and drug use disorders find quality treatment appropriate for their needs."

For more on Grant's story, click here: https://www.shatterproof.org/blog/my-journey-through-alcohol-addiction

Aligned with the spirit of Mental Health Awareness Month, Soberlink's "Proof is Powerful" initiative strives to shift the conversation around proving sobriety by showcasing its potential to heal, rebuild, and empower those in recovery. The campaign aims to promote a supportive and empathetic environment for individuals on their path to sobriety.

LEARN MORE: https://www.soberlink.com/proof-is-powerful

About Soberlink:

Soberlink is the leading remote alcohol monitoring technology company that provides documented proof of sobriety. The company's technology includes a portable breathalyzer device and a cloud-based system that monitors and reports sobriety in real-time. Soberlink's strives to support individuals on their recovery journey by providing a technology that promotes accountability, builds trust, and empowers lasting recovery. The "Proof is Powerful" initiative is just one example of Soberlink's commitment to promoting a supportive and empathetic environment for those in recovery.

To learn more about Soberlink and its products, visit https://www.soberlink.com/.

In anticipation of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, Soberlink, the leading alcohol monitoring technology for documenting proof of sobriety, is excited to launch its inspiring "Proof is Powerful" initiative. This campaign aims to emphasize the life-changing impact of proving sobriety in healing relationships and bolstering confidence during the recovery process.

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

Now Available in Audio! ‘The Velocity of Information,’ Mental Health in Trying Times

MADISON, Wis. /ScoopCloud/ -- David P. Perrodin, Ph.D., collaborates with renowned actor Ben Hauck and audio streaming company Spotify to create the audio version of his book "The Velocity of Information - Human Thinking During Chaotic Times." Utilizing personal interviews and explorations of historical and contemporary events, "The Velocity of Information" gives you an expectation of how both individuals and the masses will behave during different stages of chaos.

"This book provides twelve strategies to become more resilient to burnout and increase your survival chances during uncertain times," explains Dr. Perrodin.

Released in 2022 in both print and eBook formats, Rowman & Littlefield published The Velocity of Information, which is now featured in distinguished libraries across the globe, including: The Library of Congress, Bavarian State Library in Munich, and The Chinese University of Hong Kong Library.

Professional actor and narrator Ben Hauck jumped at the opportunity to narrate the audiobook. He is also a Trustee on the Board of The Institute of General Semantics, an organization shepherding a practical field of study helping people make sense of their world.

Per Hauck, "Intelligently written, topical, scientifically-minded works on how people think when faced with problems appeal to me. Dr. Perrodin created with this book a masterpiece on human responses in chaotic times, providing mesmeric terminology and innovative concepts to account for their behavior and adjustment. The chance to convey Dr. Perrodin's esteemed insights to his listeners was a high honor I accepted instantly."

The audiobook is available from Spotify, Audible, Apple Books, Google Play, Barnes & Noble, Scribd, Chirp, as well as other retail, library, and K-12 channels.

Link to Distributor:

* https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-velocity-of-information-david-p-perrodin/1140670818?ean=2940176641530

* Audiobook Retail ISBN: 979-8822602427

* Audiobook Library ISBN: 979-8822602427

About the Author:

David P. Perrodin, Ph.D., is an author, researcher, professor, and host of "The Safety Doc" podcast. Dr. Perrodin is a speech-language pathologist specializing in psycholinguistics. His academic focus revolves around safety decisions in education, health care, and the military. He has presented twice on PBS, as well as written and directed a film about school safety with Pulitzer Prize winner David Obst. Dr. Perrodin is also the author of the book School of Errors: Rethinking School Safety in America.

For more information: https://safetyphd.com/

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VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/iOeDiJdDyb8

David P. Perrodin, Ph.D., collaborates with renowned actor Ben Hauck and audio streaming company Spotify to create the audio version of his book "The Velocity of Information - Human Thinking During Chaotic Times." Utilizing personal interviews and explorations of historical and contemporary events, "The Velocity of Information" gives you an expectation of how both individuals and the masses will behave during different stages of chaos.

Related link: https://safetyphd.com/

Stride Autism Centers and Blank Children’s Hospital Host Successful Free Workshop Series for Autism Caregivers

DES MOINES, Iowa /ScoopCloud/ -- On March 22, 2023, Stride Autism Centers and Blank Children's Hospital co-hosted a free workshop to help caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The "Orientation to Autism Diagnosis and Treatment" event was designed to provide essential information for parents and other caregivers, with the aim of helping them navigate the challenges of caring for a child with ASD. The workshop was held both in-person and online to ensure optimal accessibility for attendees.

During the event, ASD experts from Stride and Blank Children's Hospital shared their knowledge on key areas, including navigating autism diagnostic assessments, the post-diagnosis applied behavioral analysis (ABA) therapy assessment and treatment process, and strategies to implement at home while on a waitlist. The content was tailored for caregivers in the early stages of navigating an ASD diagnosis or suspected autism.

This workshop was the first in a series of planned events between Stride Autism Centers and Blank Children's Hospital. Both organizations are committed to providing ongoing resources and care for children with ASD and their caregivers throughout Iowa.

"We are proud to work alongside Blank Children's Hospital to support families navigating an ASD diagnosis," said Brad Zellinger, CEO & Founder of Stride Autism Centers. "By offering these workshops, we hope to empower caregivers with the knowledge and tools they need to provide the best possible care for their child."

Stride Autism Centers is a mission-driven organization that provides evidence-based ABA therapy to children with autism ages 2 to 6. With numerous locations throughout Illinois, Iowa, and Nebraska, Stride's full-day program combines structured one-on-one therapy with naturalistic group activities to assist with communication, emotional regulation, school readiness, social skills, self-care, play and leisure, and transitioning skills.

To learn more about Stride Autism Centers and its services, interested families can contact Stride at 312-554-5578 (Illinois) or 515-207-5251 (Iowa and Nebraska), or visit stridecenters.com.

About Stride Autism Centers:

Stride Autism Centers is a mission-driven organization that provides evidence-based ABA therapy to children with autism ages 2 to 6. Stride has numerous locations throughout Illinois, Iowa, and Nebraska. Stride's full-day program combines structured one-on-one therapy with naturalistic group activities. It is designed to assist with communication, emotional regulation, school readiness, social skills, self-care, play and leisure, and transitioning skills. Families interested in learning more can contact Stride Autism Centers at 312-554-5578 (Illinois) or 515-207-5251 (Iowa and Nebraska).

Learn more at https://stridecenters.com/

On March 22, 2023, Stride Autism Centers and Blank Children's Hospital co-hosted a free workshop to help caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The "Orientation to Autism Diagnosis and Treatment" event was designed to provide essential information for parents and other caregivers, with the aim of helping them navigate the challenges of caring for a child with ASD.

Related link: https://stridecenters.com/

Bridgeway’s Chairperson’s Dinner Celebrates Its Supporters

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About Bridgeway:

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

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

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

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

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

The Power of Sound to Heal: #1 hit book spreads awareness about how voice and sound therapy can improve health and well-being

MONTREAL, Quebec /ScoopCloud/ -- Sound Therapy expert Dr. Shelley Snow is launching her new book, "The Power of Sound to Heal" (IBSN 978-0228876915; June, 2022); the book hit #1 for 3 days in a row on Amazon's KDP charts. It introduces new audiences to the emerging fields of Sound Therapy and Sound Healing. "The Power of Sound to Heal" contains easy-to-learn tools that use sound to promote mental and physical health.

These tools are important because of the global mental health crisis that is affecting millions of people. The immediate and pronounced calming effects of sound on the mind are a key benefit available to people of all ages.

Very few people understand that their voice can be used to create sounds that can improve their mental and physical health, regardless of the quality of their voice. The book is not about singing, but rather about sounding one's way to better health and well-being. There are no notes or keys in this approach and making sounds in this way is a simple extension of breathing.

Easy-to-follow exercises with accompanying audio tracks will guide the reader to immediately experience the benefits of sound-based techniques for mind-body health. Listening to these sounds is also beneficial.

As part of a team of researchers from McGill University and Concordia University, Dr. Snow engaged in scientific research on sound using voice, which was conducted at the prestigious International Laboratory for Music, Sound, and Brain Research (BRAMS). This research forms the basis of many exercises shared in her book. Dr. Snow shares her journey with sound, along with chapters on trauma and sound, working with singing bowls, mindfulness and sound, mantras, and mental health - all steps along the path of this fascinating and rich journey into the world of healing sounds.

For more information on Dr. Shelley Snow, her research, and her book visit: https://www.thepowerofsoundtoheal.com/

BOOK SUMMARY:

Author: Shelley Snow

Email: shelleysnow[@]sympatico.ca

Website: https://www.thepowerofsoundtoheal.com

Buy Link (Amazon): https://a.co/d/dZMl1Um

Genre: Mental Health and Alternative Health

Released: June 23, 2022

PAPERBACK ISBN-13: 978-0228876915

KINDLE ASIN: B0B4ZPKX1S

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

Sound Therapy expert Dr. Shelley Snow is launching her new book, "The Power of Sound to Heal" (IBSN 978-0228876915; June, 2022); the book hit #1 for 3 days in a row on Amazon's KDP charts. It introduces new audiences to the emerging fields of Sound Therapy and Sound Healing. "The Power of Sound to Heal" contains easy-to-learn tools that use sound to promote mental and physical health.

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

Bikini Empire Announces ‘Dress to Express’ Online Campaign to Raise Awareness of Women’s Mental Health, Self-Care and Individuality

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Bikini Empire (BE), a Canadian luxury swimwear line, today announced an international campaign called "Dress to Express" to highlight "dopamine dressing," a psychological, physiological and physical phenomena that ties how we feel to what we wear. BE's goal is to educate and inform women that dressing in any type of clothing should focus on the belief that wearing what makes them feel good is more important than how they look.

BE is a leader in sustainable, ethical bikinis and is launching its newest line in February 2023, focusing its products and messaging on what psychologist's call "enclothed cognition." Colors have long played an impact on the psyche and, historically, have been used to aid in healing. Due to the Covid pandemic, a worldwide economic slowdown, and the long overdue societal discussion about mental health and wellness, BE is refocusing its business model to promote a message of positivity, healing and "Dressing to Express."

BE's business is selling comfortable, sexy and original swimwear. But its owners, Monica and Kelsey Rush, are committed bringing attention to women's mental health, promoting self-care, and making healthy choices to improve how women feel about themselves.

"No one has control over what is going on in our society from a broad perspective," said Monica. "But we do have a choice in how we enrich our lives, overcome pain and suffering, and make a positive decision to improve how we feel about ourselves. Wearing a bikini exposes us physically but it also opens up women to vulnerability, judgment and objectification. BE is committed to helping women realize that they have the power to send a message about how we perceive ourselves - externally and internally. 'Dress to Express' was created to empower women to make decisions based in self-love and expressing individuality."

Bikini Empire is recognized as a cult-classic and considered a trend-setter in women's luxury swimwear focusing on environmentally friendly and sustainable product development. It has evolved to a point where Monica and Kelsey desire to help change women's lives by focusing on the connection between clothing and emotional well-being.

As they work towards launching their new swimwear line, BE is unveiling a series of blogs, articles and promotions online to spread the message of how "dopamine dressing" is woven into the fabric of both their corporate mission as well as its products.

For more information about BE's "Dress to Express" movement, please visit BE's social media sites on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok (#Bikiniempire and/or #BEdresstoexpress).

For more information, visit:

https://bikiniempire.ca/

https://www.verywellmind.com/dopamine-dressing-how-to-dress-for-your-happiness-in-2022-5217231

https://bikiniempire.ca/pages/our-story-1

https://www.facebook.com/BikiniEmpireVancouver

https://www.instagram.com/bikiniempire/

Bikini Empire (BE), a Canadian luxury swimwear line, today announced an international campaign called "Dress to Express" to highlight "dopamine dressing," a psychological, physiological and physical phenomena that ties how we feel to what we wear. BE's goal is to educate and inform women that dressing in any type of clothing should focus on the belief that wearing what makes them feel good is more important than how they look.

Related link: https://bikiniempire.ca/

New Animation Project Tackles Misinformation, Vaccines for Media Literacy Week

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Founded by two black doctors who tired of watching patients who looked like them die sicker and younger, Welfie is launching "Booster Troop," a fun health media literacy initiative that helps underserved children better spot misinformation. It launches October 24 for Media Literacy Week, and it includes a 7-minute animated episode in both English and Spanish, a lesson plan, and other classroom materials. Welfie provides culturally competent health and mental health education and care coordination to schools.

"Booster Troop" was made by Emmy Award-winning children's TV writers, educators, doctors, psychologists, and vetted by children, parents, teachers, school administrators, misinformation experts, psychologists, and former PBS and Sesame Workshop Executives. "Booster Troop" is free, and it features Welfie Pediatricians Dr. Nneka Edwards, MPH, who is also a Co-Founder of Welfie, and Dr. Jaime Deville, who worked on the COVID vaccine.

"Children are the most powerful agents of change in the universe," said Dr. Steven Moyo, MD and CEO and Founder of Welfie. "If we can help kids find joy and purpose in their own health, they will inspire the adults around them to do the same. But that can only happen if we help them understand how to tell accurate from inaccurate information."

The first episode of "Booster Troop" tackles the COVID vaccine and was made possible by The VaxUp Challenge, an initiative of the Innovation Studio at Children's Hospital Los Angeles and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. Dr. Nneka Edward's segment was filmed at The Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital library in Toronto, Canada.

"Booster Troop" is currently creating a mental health program which will include self-assessments, interventionist content, health care coordination, and health fests that are culturally appropriate. Welfie was recently selected as a Google for Startups winner.

ABOUT WELFIE:

Welfie is a doctor founded, Black and women led company whose mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of underserved children and their families through culturally competent health education and care coordination in schools. Healthier children miss fewer days of school, perform better on tests, and live happier, more productive lives.

Learn more at: https://boostertroop.com/.

MULTIMEDIA:

You can see the trailer cut for media here in English: https://youtu.be/yyr6phYuVIw and here in Spanish: https://youtu.be/uoWGJMxIP6I

Founded by two black doctors who tired of watching patients who looked like them die sicker and younger, Welfie is launching "Booster Troop," a fun health media literacy initiative that helps underserved children better spot misinformation. It launches October 24 for Media Literacy Week, and it includes a 7-minute animated episode in both English and Spanish, a lesson plan, and other classroom materials. Welfie provides culturally competent health and mental health education and care coordination to schools.

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

iRxReminder chooses CAREier for medical device support to empower patient population

POTOMAC, Md. /ScoopCloud/ -- iRxReminder, a medication monitoring platform service, recently teamed up with CAREier, the revolutionary medical device communication company, to ensure its patients remain safe and independent.

"We're thrilled that iRxReminder chose to partner with us to ensure they meet their mission to empower patients to greater stability and increase health agency revenue," Ryan Bass, CEO, CAREier says.

Anthony Sterns, founder, iRxReminder, first met Bass through the NewChip Accelerator Program which connects new and experienced investors to business and real estate investment opportunities around the nation.

"When our group shared what each of us was doing, I knew immediately that we needed CAREier's device information tracking and notification services to ensure we always had a way to manage devices should they ever need to be exchanged or recalled," Sterns says. "CAREier backs us up and gives us the ability to interact directly with customers and to act quickly as needed."

For example, if there's a manufacturer's component defect such as a motor fail in a specific lot of medical devices, CAREier is responsible for quick communication to those customers. It will also resolve the situation through a seamless medical device exchange.

"CAREier's software is exactly what we - and our customers need - for peace of mind when it comes to a fully functioning product to support their medications," Sterns adds.

About CAREier:

CAREier is revolutionizing medical device communications to finally include the patient. Its mission is to create a complete communication ecosystem between regulators, medical device manufacturers, healthcare providers, physicians and patients to transmit urgent messages in near real-time with confirmed receipt and acknowledgement. It provides a framework for seamless communication across the entire medical device spectrum for an automated, immediate, and secure delivery of patient electronic device information, device recalls, standards of care reminders and more.

For more information: https://careier.com/

About iRxReminder, LLC:

iRxReminder is a Cleveland, Ohio-based medication monitoring platform service provider focused on moving mental health patients from crisis to control by monitoring medication taking to achieve and sustain independence. It's completely patient-centered and addresses accountable care and population-health-management goals, so patients can achieve high medication adherence. iRxReminder provides effortless monitoring of medication taking and triggers interventions by staff, as needed, to improve healthcare outcomes.

Additionally, the data from monitoring and intervention activities allows agencies to complete more reimbursable activities to help increase their revenue up to 70 percent.

iRxReminder works with Harvard University, The University of Michigan Cancer Center, George Mason University, Case Western Reserve University, Kent State University, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Summa Health System. The company plans to evolve with FDA clearance of the iLidRx, its Internet of Things pill dispenser that verifies medication dispensing as a 510(k) Class II medical device.

The iRxCapture app, available in the Apple App and Google Play stores.

For more information: https://www.irxreminder.com/

iRxReminder, a medication monitoring platform service, recently teamed up with CAREier, the revolutionary medical device communication company, to ensure its patients remain safe and independent. CAREier is revolutionizing medical device communications to finally include the patient.

Related link: https://careier.com/

BHERC Presents Its First Health Matters Film Screening and Panel Focused on Mental Health During The 28th Annual African American Film Marketplace and S.E. Manly Short Film Showcase

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Black Hollywood Education Resource Center is proud to welcome an incredible lineup of Films, Filmmakers and Healthcare Professionals to the stage of speakers for our 28th Annual Film Festival and First Annual Health Conference: "SUPLLEMENTALLY": Mastering Mental and Brain Health After the Pandemic Across the Globe: Recovery, Healing, Hope, Reimage, taking place August 27, 2022, Cinemark 18 & XD, 6081 Center Drive, Los Angeles and virtually.

Just-announced special experts:

* Dr. Denese O. Shervington, is the author of Healing Is the Revolution, a guide to healing from

-- historical, intergenerational, interpersonal and community trauma. She also hosts the

-- podcast Healing is the Revolution in which her guests share and explore their healing journey through their traumas.

* Dr. Clyde Glenn, As the President and CEO of Rehoboth in Ridgeland, Mississippi, his mission is to assist clients in leading balanced, wholesome, and productive lives through compassionate, patient-centered psychiatric care, utilizing approaches that integrate body, mind, and spirit.

* Tia Delaney, MSN-Ed, RN, CCM Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | Alzheimer's Association, California Southland as the director of DEI and brain health for the Alzheimer's Association Ms. Delaney specializes in behavioral health, public health, and delivery-system reform.

* Dr. Stephanie A. Patterson, JD, DNP, MBA, MPA, MSN, RN-BC, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, PHNDNP Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is a passionate mental health care provider who provides compassionate mental health care nationally.

* Dr. Peter Morante DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, LNC, PMH-BC, GERO-BC, MS-BC provides mental health care and teaches mental health advanced practitioners. He is dedicated to increasing the number of mental health professionals across the globe.

During the Black Hollywood Education Resource Center's Annual film festival, we will bring together a distinguished group of mental health experts, affiliates, peers, providers, government officials, media, and key stakeholders to talk about what it means to recover mentally from the COVID-19 pandemic. We continue to see the increasing number of people experiencing anxiety, depression, psychosis, loneliness, suicide, mass shootings and other mental health concerns these past two years, in addition to the largest number of opioid deaths in our history.

The historical landscape and experience of mental health among the African American Community has and remains to be characterized by current and unresolved trauma and violence. To address the impact of mental and brain health in diverse and marginalized communities across the globe, the Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center will also present its first Health Matters Film Block, featuring films focused on mental health. "This year's films will help us reimage therapeutic treatments and models of mental health care and to determine ways that we can adequately address the complex challenges of mental illness in marginalized communities, which accounts for approximately one-third of mental illness globally", stated Dr. Shirley Evers-Manly, Dean and Professor, Alcorn State University, who will moderate the session.

During the festival and beyond, participants will discuss alternative ways to heal from trauma and explore the intersecting equity issues that exist. These events unequally affect many African Americans, communities of color and marginalized communities the most, placing them more at risk of a mental health crisis.

These circumstances call for radical change in the paradigm and practices of mental health care, including improving standards of clinician training, and revisioning current models of mental health care delivery. Upon completion of this conference, participants will enhance their knowledge of evidence-based practices to improve the behavioral and clinical skills of nurses, social workers, and other health care professionals who care for persons and families of all ages and cultural / socioeconomic status living with mental illness across the globe through the lens of film and the sound of music.

REGISTRATION AND TICKETS

Event registration is available online at https://bherc.org/bherc-health-matters/

In Person Registration

$50.00- General Admission (4 CEU Credits & Breakfast) | $20.00- Student / Senior(Breakfast)

Live Virtual Attendance

$30.00- General Admission (4 CEU Credits) | $25.00- General Admission | $20.00- Student/Senior

Virtual Attendance

$30.00- General Admission (4 CEU Credits) | $25.00- General Admission | $20.00- Student/Senior

About Black Hollywood Education & Resource Center

Founded in 1996, by Sandra Evers-Manly, BHERC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, public benefit organization designed to advocate, educate, research, develop, and preserve the history and future of African Americans in film and television. BHERC programs include film festivals, mentoring, book signings, script readings, film and animation contests, scholarships, and other programs and special events. BHERC recognizes the contributions of African American men and women in front of and behind the scenes in the entertainment industry.

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SPEAKER BIOS

:: Shirley Evers-Manly, PhD, RN, FAAN is the founder and President of All Health Care, Imani's in Oakland, California and Interim Dean Alcorn State University School of Nursing, in Natchez, Mississippi.

She earned a PhD from the University of California, San Francisco, Bachelor of Science Nursing degree and a Master of Science Nursing degree from Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, California. Dr. Shirley Evers-Manly, has more than 35 years of experience developing and implementing clinical, academic, and community-based health promotion and prevention programs; as well as working with vulnerable populations and speaking about diversity locally and abroad. She served as the Principal Investigator for the Aim 2 Care Multiple Chronic Conditions training grant, Bridges to the Doctorate and Song Brown Student Success grants.

She has won numerous prestigious awards for her accomplishments and contributions to improve clinical practices, inpatient and community health outcomes, and academia success and was awarded Congressional Recognition for Outstanding Community Service by the California State Senate and United States Congress. In 2014, she was given the prestigious honor of induction into the Inaugural Leadership Hall of Fame, Sigma Theta Tau International, Honor Society of Nursing, Alpha Eta Chapter (UCSF).

:: Dr. Evers-Manly is an internationally recognized expert in oncology and health disparities throughout the life span. She has made significant contributions in advocating to eliminate health disparities and inequities throughout the world. She gives voice to those who feel they have no voice.

Dr. Evers-Manly's understanding of underserved populations brings a humanistic approach to strategic, safe, high quality and cost-effective healthcare-she has leadership assets and skills from which the health care arena will benefit.

For her significant contributions in the areas of service, scholarship, community, and leadership, she was inducted as a fellow in the American Academy of Nursing, which was established to serve the general public and nursing profession by advancing health policy and practice through the generation, synthesis and dissemination of nursing knowledge. Dr. Evers-Manly is on faculty at the University of California, San Francisco, School of Nursing, is a former Regional Chair for Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor society where 26 nursing honor society chapters reported to her. Currently she serves as member of the National Black Nurses Association and is the Chair of the Association's Ad hoc Committee on the Global Health.

:: Dr. Denese Shervington has an intersectional career in public health and academic psychiatry. She is the Chair of Psychiatry and Professor at Charles R. Drew University. Dr. Shervington has held Clinical Professorships in the Departments of Psychiatry at Columbia University and Tulane University. A graduate of New York University School of Medicine, she also received a Masters of Public Health in Population Studies and Family Planning from Tulane University School of Public Health. She completed her residency in Psychiatry at the University of California San Francisco and is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. A Fellow of the American Psychiatry Association (APA) she is a recipient of the APA's Award for Excellence in Service and Advocacy; prior to which she received the Jeanne Spurlock Minority award. Dr. Shervington is also a member of the American College of Psychiatrists and serves on the Psychiatry Resident-In-Training Commission. Dr. Shervington has testified before the United States Congress on Childhood Trauma and co-chaired the New Orleans City Council Taskforce on Childhood Trauma. She is a member of the Scientific Board of the Centre for Society and Mental Health at Kings College, London. Dr. Shervington has authored several papers in peer-reviewed journals addressing health disparities, the social determinants of health and resilience in underserved communities.

Dr. Shervington is the author of Healing Is the Revolution, a guide to healing from historical, intergenerational, interpersonal and community trauma. She also hosts the podcast Healing is the Revolution in which her guests share and explore their healing journey through their traumas. She is the proud parent of two amazing children - Iman and Kaleb, and three grandchildren - Ayelet, Haddassah, and Yoav.

:: Dr. Clyde E. Glenn is a native of Cleveland, MS. He graduated from Alcorn State University and completed his medical school education at The University of Iowa College of Medicine in 1990. He completed residency training in Psychiatry at The Ohio State University in 1994 and is Board Certified in Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Glenn is the founder and proprietor of Rehoboth Psychiatric Services in Ridgeland, MS. He has over 30 years of experience of psychiatric practice in both outpatient and inpatient settings and treats children and adults across the spectrum of psychiatric disorders. He is president of the Essie B. and William Earl Glenn Family Foundation and the ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Awareness Foundation of Mississippi.

:: Dr. Stephanie A. Patterson, JD, DNP, MBA, MPA, MSN, RN-BC, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, PHN, is a Lifetime Member of the Council of Black Nurses-Los Angeles, a chapter of the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA), Inc. She is a practicing healthcare provider in California and a nurse scholar with a passion for providing high-quality, appropriate, patient-centered psychiatric care to clients who are from traditionally underserved and/or historically marginalized communities.

As a nurse leader, Dr. Patterson serves on the NBNA Ad Hoc Collaborative Committee on Mentorship, a program aimed at helping NBNA nurses/student nurses at various levels of their development. She enjoys mentoring nursing students through the NBNA Collaborative Mentorship Program, for the purpose of increasing the number of BIPOC nurses in the workforce.

Her long history of academic achievements, community-based accomplishments, as well as a demonstrated history of excellence in the clinical setting while improving client outcomes, makes her stand out. A highlight of some of the awards Dr. Patterson has received in the recent past include the 2022 Nurse Practitioner of the Year Award (San Francisco Bay Area), 2017 Millennial Nurse of the Year Award, 2016 NBNA Under 40 Award, and the 2015 NBNA Student Nurse of the Year Award. She also served as a Student Board Representative while enrolled in nursing school.

:: Tia Delaney, MSN-Ed, RN, CCM Born in Boston, MA, Tia currently holds a master's degree in nursing with an emphasis in education and

is a certified clinical case manager. As a registered nurse, with over 28 years in the healthcare industry, and having previous roles within those organizations as Director of Patient Care Services, Chief Operating Officer, and Administrator, Tia has overseen the various facets required to deliver quality and competent clinical care to thousands of home health, palliative, hospice, and hospital-based clients. With a focus on the baby-boom and geriatric population, she understands the current healthcare plight America is facing and remains a passionate and dedicated advocate for the enhancement of healthcare services to the frail, vulnerable, and elderly members within the community.

Her direct observation of the healthcare inequities, social determinants of health, and lack of clinician diversity within the Los Angeles population that she served, has led her to collaborate with various organizations to design policies, procedures, regulations, and resources, to improve the health-related outcomes of the marginalized and underserved. Innovation, leadership, and initiative are just a few of the qualities that define her work-ethic.

As Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the Alzheimer's Association, her goals are to cultivate relationships with diverse communities which includes sharing time, talent, resources, and exchanging ideas to ensure neutrally fair access to opportunities, resources, and fiscal support. Additionally, she oversees the organization's mission of creating and maintaining a culture of inclusivity to its diverse constituents and ensure interests and needs are welcomed and fully considered within its multiple communication platforms, mission activities, and business practices. As a commitment to paying it forward, Tia is a clinical instructor teaching both theory and clinical skills to our nation's future nurses. Additionally, she volunteers her time providing community-based health & wellness seminars which focus on providing education and resources to empower others in areas such as chronic disease management, preventative care, and holistic-health awareness.

:: Dr. Pedro E. Morante DNP, LNC, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, NP-C, GERO-BC, MEDSURG-BC, PMH-BC, is a mental health advocate and a dual board certified as Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Brain Health USA and Assistant Professor in the School of Nursing. He holds a Doctorate of Nursing Practice with subspecialty of PMHNP from Brandman University. He graduated from Charles R. Drew University with his MSN focusing on Family Nurse Practitioner track. He is also a dual board certified through AANP and American Nurses Credentialing Center as a FNP as well as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) through ANCC.

Dr. Morante has cared for adolescent and adult patients in a variety of settings, including in-patient hospitals, community group homes, and out-patient practices. He has dedicated much of her nursing career to working with individuals with geriatric and psychiatry across lifespan.

Dr. Morante specializes in behavioral health and treating adults with i complex medical and behavioral conditions. In addition, he is the CEO of Morante and Associates Training Center. As both a clinical practitioner and professor, he has gained extensive experience delivering telehealth services to patients and educating nurse practitioners on using telehealth to improve access to care.

SPONSORS

* Alcorn State University School of Nursing

* BlackDoctor.org

* All Health Care Imani's

* National Black Nurses Association

* The Council of Black Nurses, Los Angeles

* Morante Associates Training Center

* The Glenn Foundation

The Black Hollywood Education Resource Center (BHERC) is proud to welcome an incredible lineup of Films, Filmmakers and Healthcare Professionals to the stage of speakers for our 28th Annual Film Festival and First Annual Health Conference: "SUPLLEMENTALLY": Mastering Mental and Brain Health After the Pandemic Across the Globe: Recovery, Healing, Hope, Reimage, taking place August 27, 2022, Cinemark 18 & XD, 6081 Center Drive, Los Angeles and virtually.

Related link: https://bherc.org/

Hit Psychology Book Gets Updated Edition

BOSTON, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- "Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety Free," the hit novel by psychologist Wendy Leeds (Calm Day Publishing, ISBN 978-0999901526), has an updated edition out with new updated studies and information. In honor of the new edition, there will be a limited time sale on the ebook version of the book across platforms.

Calm and sense uses a unique women-centric approach to anxiety. The book focuses on the needs of women. Combining up to date data from anxiety studies, personal stories, and practical tips, author Wendy Leeds offers something special in the space.

Leeds is a practicing psychotherapist with both a professional and a personal interest in finding ways to heal anxiety without medication. She has dealt with anxiety all her life and knows what it's like to live with the kind of worry and fear that make the smallest things in life difficult.

In 1995, she was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent several surgeries and six months of chemotherapy. It was at that low point, that she began a life-long journey to create a calm, centered joyful life, for herself and others. She began by reading everything she could get her hands on about anxiety. Then in 2006 she went back to school to earn two graduate degrees in psychology.

Ashley L Peterson of Mental Health at Home said, "['Calm & Sense'] doesn't feel like a therapist trying to educate you; rather, it has the feel of another regular person having a conversation with you, who just happens to have the knowledge and experience of a therapist. With the wide range of ideas offered in the book, I think any reader is likely to find things that work for them."

"For those who endure chronic anxiety, even seemingly innocuous daily tribulations can take on giant, scary, insurmountable portions," said Roberta Rosenthal Hawkins, MFA, PhD. "'Calm & Sense' is a loving, gentle, often witty, and infinitely helpful path through one's jungle of fears. As one might hope of any jungle guide, the author's compass is sure, her survival kit is well-stocked, and her cheerful, can-do spirit is reassuring and encouraging the whole way."

"Calm and Sense" is nationally distributed by Cardinal Publishing Group. It is published by Calm Day Publishing, and available for sale on Amazon, Barnes and Noble.com, and where books are sold.

Learn more about the author at: https://www.wendyleeds.com/

Find the book on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0999901524

"Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety Free," the hit novel by psychologist Wendy Leeds (Calm Day Publishing, ISBN 978-0999901526), has an updated edition out with new updated studies and information. In honor of the new edition, there will be a limited time sale on the ebook version of the book across platforms.

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

Stride Autism Centers Expands Its Presence in Illinois with New Orland Park Location

ORLAND PARK, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Committed to assisting preschool aged children with autism and their families, Stride Autism Centers ("Stride") is proud to announce the opening of a brand new location in Orland Park, Illinois. Enrollment is now open for children ages 2 to 6 at this new center, which is conveniently located at 18080 Wolf Rd. This represents Stride's tenth location in the Midwest and its third location in Illinois. The Stride team is looking forward to continuing its mission of providing effective, evidence-based therapeutic programs that help children with autism thrive in school and beyond.

Striving to serve clients no matter the specific funding source involved, Stride accepts most private insurance plans including Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Cigna, Optum and United Healthcare.

Stride is recognized across the Midwest for providing personalized support to children as they progress through their most critical developmental periods. They exclusively serve children ages 2 to 6, and keep a 1:1 therapist-to-child ratio to enable each child to get the most attention and assistance possible. Stride's results-driven, center-based operating model allows children to participate in naturalistic group activities and expand their social skills as they connect with their peers in the program.

An important part of Stride's continued success is their exceptional team of empathetic and experienced clinicians. These clinicians use a therapeutic approach based in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, which has been thoroughly evaluated and is widely regarded as the gold standard of autism treatment. Each child that participates in Stride's full-day program gets a fully customized treatment plan meticulously crafted by one of the organization's Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA).

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

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

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

Learn more: https://stridecenters.com/locations/orland-park-il/

About Stride Autism Centers:

Stride Autism Centers is a mission-driven organization that provides evidence-based ABA therapy to children with autism ages 2 to 6. Stride has numerous locations throughout Illinois, Iowa, and Nebraska. Stride's full-day program combines structured one-on-one therapy with naturalistic group activities. It is designed to assist with communication, emotional regulation, school readiness, social skills, self-care, play and leisure, and transitioning skills. Families interested in learning more can contact Stride Autism Centers at 312-554-5578 (Illinois) or 515-207-5251 (Iowa and Nebraska), or visit the Stride website at https://stridecenters.com/.

If you're interested in a rewarding career assisting children with autism, please visit https://stridecenters.com/careers/ to view our available positions.

Committed to assisting preschool aged children with autism and their families, Stride Autism Centers ("Stride") is proud to announce the opening of a brand new location in Orland Park, Illinois. Enrollment is now open for children ages 2 to 6 at this new center.

Related link: https://stridecenters.com/

Dementia Map Plans for Future Growth Through New Affiliate Program

PORTLAND, Ore. /ScoopCloud/ -- JADCOM Media LLC announced today that its Dementia Map Global Resource Directory, which includes an Events Calendar, Glossary, and more, now offers an Affiliate Program. The Dementia Map Affiliate Program will enable both professionals and individuals supporting the dementia community to capitalize on their respective audiences when recommending Dementia Map as a marketing and brand visibility tool.

Dementia Map designed the Affiliate Program to be easy to use and beneficial to all parties. Approved affiliates are assigned a unique Discount Code. When companies, professionals, and individuals use that Discount Code, they receive a discount off one of Dementia Map's paid plans, the affiliate earns a commission, Dementia Map expands its resource base, and visitors enjoy a richer collection of dementia-related resources.

Positive Approach to Care (PAC) is First Dementia Map Affiliate:

As the first affiliate under the Dementia Map Affiliate Program, Teepa Snow's Positive Approach® to Care (PAC) will bring value to the PAC community and beyond, and greatly expand Dementia Map's visibility.

"The affiliation and collaboration between Dementia Map and Positive Approach to Care is an important step forward in how we change the world for people seeking help when the brain changes of dementia happen," says Teepa Snow of Positive Approach to Care. "It is vital to unite efforts to provide a centralized location for individuals and professionals who are seeking information and options, with those who are offering support and opportunities to learn and change."

About Positive Approach to Care:

Positive Approach to Care (PAC) - https://www.TeepaSnow.com - was founded by Teepa Snow in 2006, and now collaborates to improve dementia care in over thirty countries worldwide. PAC provides online and in-person services, training, and products to professionals, family members, and the general public, with the mission of creating a more inclusive culture for people living with brain change.

PAC offerings include educational video clips, DVDs, books, information on individual certifications, online support groups, virtual and onsite trainings, and a free monthly newsletter.

Follow Positive Approach to Care on Facebook (@teepasnows.pac), YouTube (@teepasnow), TikTok (@teepasnow), Twitter (@teepasnow), Pinterest (@positiveapproach), and LinkedIn (@positive-approach-llc).

About Dementia Map:

Dementia Map Global Resource Directory - https://www.dementiamap.com - is free for visitors to search for dementia-related and other caregiving resources. In addition to its Resource Directory, it offers an Events Calendar with both virtual and in-person events published by Dementia Map members. The Dementia Map Glossary explains many common (and not so common) terms in simple, straightforward, three-sentence descriptions. A blog shares unique and valuable perspectives from the Dementia Map member community.

Resources can join Dementia Map through a no cost plan and two paid tiers. Paid plan members receive substantially more visibility and active promotion through on-site ads and social media posts.

Visit https://www.dementiamap.com/affiliate to learn more about the Dementia Map Affiliate program.

Follow Dementia Map on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Find them at @demmapgrd.

Dementia Map is a joint effort between Lori La Bey of Alzheimer's Speaks, and Dave Wiederrich of Memory Cafe Directory. Dementia Map is wholly owned by JADCOM Media LLC, an online media publishing company based in Portland, Oregon.

ADCOM Media LLC announced today that its Dementia Map Global Resource Directory, which includes an Events Calendar, Glossary, and more, now offers an Affiliate Program. Dementia Map Global Resource Directory is free for visitors to search for dementia-related and other caregiving resources.

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

New Book ‘The Velocity of Information’ Discovers Humans’ Breaking Point During Chaos

MADISON, Wis. /ScoopCloud/ -- "The Velocity of Information - Human Thinking During Chaotic Times" (ISBN: 978-1475865455), authored by David P. Perrodin, Ph.D., and published by Rowman & Littlefield, rigorously clarifies and deepens how we think about societal human behavior and mental health during days, weeks, months, or even years of chaos. This is an invigorating scholarly work for all audiences.

As chaos erupts, alerts screech on our cell phones and torrents of conflicting-yet-urgent messages gush from media outlets. What is the magnitude of the crisis? What is its cause? And what should people do to protect themselves?

The speed and direction of these details is known as the velocity of information. It overwhelms and distresses people who have not built a network of trustworthy sources to traverse disorder.

"'The Velocity of Information' offers understanding to manage chaos and our complex reactions to crisis situations influenced by bias and propaganda," explains Dr. Perrodin. "Recognizing indicators to judge the severity of an incident, understanding human predispositions, and joining a member check network to gauge real-time observations from people in your network provide direction to respond to the reality of a situation with impartiality, thus improving outcomes."

This book also provides a novel framework, incorporating photos and custom figures, for discerning chaos based on duration, location, and complexity. Understanding how human cognitive limitations affect individual and group human behavior during different stages of chaos allows readers to use the tools in this book to avoid hysteria and optimize responses to emergency events.

Utilizing several in-depth personal interviews and explorations of historical and contemporary events, "The Velocity of Information" provides a functional and realistic roadmap with specific, actionable guidance on how to navigate chaos.

James David Dickson, reporter, The Detroit News, says, "David P. Perrodin's 'Velocity of Information' will empower its readers. Drawing on current events, history, interviews, and scholarship, Velocity of Information is an education in the way people react and adapt to change in this fast-spinning world. Never has it been more important to sift facts and stories for truth and meaning. The path forward is lit by Dr. Perrodin's assemblage of homesteaders and Special Forces fighters, of crab boaters, jewel thieves and Nail Men. There are teachable moments on every page."

Link to Publisher:

https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781475865455/The-Velocity-of-Information-Human-Thinking-During-Chaotic-Times

About the Author:

David P. Perrodin, Ph.D., is an author, researcher, professor, and host of "The Safety Doc" podcast. Dr. Perrodin is a speech-language pathologist specializing in psycholinguistics. He has presented on PBS and written and directed a film about school safety with Pulitzer Prize winner David Obst. Dr. Perrodin is the author of the book School of Errors: Rethinking School Safety in America. He can be found at https://safetyphd.com/.

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"The Velocity of Information - Human Thinking During Chaotic Times" (ISBN: 978-1475865455), authored by David P. Perrodin, Ph.D., and published by Rowman & Littlefield, rigorously clarifies and deepens how we think about societal human behavior and mental health during days, weeks, months, or even years of chaos. This is an invigorating scholarly work for all audiences.

Related link: https://safetyphd.com/

New Centers for Children with Autism Open in Omaha and Lincoln, with Additional Centers Planned for 2022

OMAHA, Neb. /ScoopCloud/ -- Stride Autism Centers ("Stride"), a provider of evidence-based therapy for preschool-age children with autism, is thrilled to announce two new convenient locations in Nebraska. Enrollment for children ages 2-6 has begun for the Lincoln clinic, located at 4545 S 86th St, Suite 101, and for the Omaha clinic, located at 310 Regency Pkwy #115. Stride is planning more center openings in Omaha and throughout Nebraska to serve more families in need.

In keeping with their mission to help as many children and families as possible, Stride accepts Nebraska Medicaid as well as a majority of private insurance plans. They are committed to serving clients regardless of their funding source.

Stride's empathetic and highly skilled clinical team relies on a thoughtful approach based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. ABA therapy is widely considered to be the most well-supported and optimal treatment for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

One of the biggest advantages of Stride's program is that it offers personalized support and guidance during a child's most critical time of development (ages 2-6). As a means of giving each child the care and attention they deserve, Stride keeps a 1:1 therapist-to-child ratio. Their refined center-based model enables children with autism to develop and improve communication and social skills while engaging with peers and participating in fun and educational group activities.

To be effective and deliver the best results possible, Stride has its Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) put together treatment plans meticulously customized for each child that enrolls in the program.

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

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

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

About Stride Autism Centers

Stride Autism Centers is a mission-focused organization that provides evidence-based ABA therapy to preschool-age children with autism. Stride has locations throughout Nebraska, Iowa, and Illinois. Stride's well-rounded program includes structured one-on-one therapy as well as naturalistic group activities. It is designed to assist with self-care, school readiness, social skills, emotional regulation, communication, transitioning, and play and leisure.

Families interested in learning more about the full-day program can contact Stride Autism Centers at 515-207-5251 (Iowa and Nebraska) or 312-554-5578 (Illinois) or visit the Stride website at http://www.stridecenters.com/.

Are you interested in a career helping children? Visit http://stridecenters.com/careers to browse our open roles.

Stride Autism Centers ("Stride"), a provider of evidence-based therapy for preschool-age children with autism, is thrilled to announce two new convenient locations in Nebraska. Enrollment for children ages 2-6 has begun for the Lincoln clinic, located at 4545 S 86th St, Suite 101, and for the Omaha clinic, located at 310 Regency Pkwy #115.

Related link: https://stridecenters.com/

Great Speech Inc. Strengthens Its Presence Nationwide with Medicare Enrollment

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Great Speech Inc., a national virtual speech therapy company committed to improving health equity for America's underserved seniors, today announced its affiliated clinical group Great Therapy Group LLC, has significantly increased the breadth and depth of its provider network nationwide by receiving its own Medicare number.

"With over 10,000 people turning 65 each day, this expansion will align Great Speech's therapists to support the senior population from the convenience of their home and on their schedule. No need to weather the storm, ask for favors or try to figure out how to get a ride to your nearby clinic," says Avivit Ben-Aharon, Founder and Clinical Director of Great Speech.

Our goal is to assist with social determinants of health since numerous studies indicate that communication skills of older adults are strong predictors of their mental health. Poor communication skills can not only evoke anxiety, depression, and stress in older adults but also predispose them to social isolation and loneliness (*citation).

Individuals eligible for Medicare Part B in 41 states can request a free screening today to determine eligibility and start services immediately.

Great Speech commonly treats: Alzheimer's & Dementia, Articulation disorders, Autism Spectrum disorder, Cognitive Communication Disorder, Head & Neck Cancer, Hearing loss, Language disorder, Parkinson's disorder, post-Covid complications, Stuttering, Stroke & Aphasia rehabilitation, Traumatic Brain Injury, Voice Disorder & More

About Great Speech, Inc.

Since 2014, Great Speech, Inc. has been the pioneer in virtual speech therapy, delivering convenient and specialized services virtually. Its innovative approach leverages technology to match highly qualified therapists with clients who are serious about their communication goals. Great Speech believes that everyone deserves the chance to communicate with ease and confidence. Great Speech is a proud recipient of the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) certification.

Learn more at: https://greatspeech.com/

CITATION:

(1) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4915212/

Great Speech Inc., a national virtual speech therapy company committed to improving health equity for America's underserved seniors, today announced its affiliated clinical group Great Therapy Group LLC, has significantly increased the breadth and depth of its provider network nationwide by receiving its own Medicare number.

Related link: https://greatspeech.com/

Doctor with an Autism Podcast Believes We Are All on The Autism Spectrum and It Is About Living with Autism, Not Trying to Fix It

PHOENIX, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Otherness Podcast is a narrative exploring and engaging autism through experienced stories from those who have lived with it. Dr. Todd Peter Levine, a psychiatrist with a brother with autism, presents conversations, concepts and guests covering an array of interactions and experiences from those with or close to autism. It is the establishment of a voice to curate the stories that he feels have deep meaning for those people who are living with autism in their daily lives.

The Otherness Podcast started when Todd was with close friends on a boat and he asked for their advice on what a creative endeavor on a life spent in autism could look like. The idea of a podcast took shape and became a narration of family stories of autism. Todd remembers how the support of his friends started his path towards opening up the conversations he was having in his office treating children and adults with autism, "It was really the establishment of a voice, a narration to curate the stories that I knew would have deep meaning for those people that have lived with autism, whether they have autism themselves or whether they are family members of someone on the spectrum."

Dr. Todd Peter Levine now has one season under his belt and as the second season has started, he is sharing more stories of what it means to feel the vast spectrum of feelings that include terror, rage, sadness, and pain that can create a venue to move into the humanity of autism and away from the diagnosis itself.

Todd believes "We define our children by who they are as humans. Then looking with the lens through which autism is viewed, while different, has a unique perspective that can actually open our minds up to humanity in a greater way.

"I feel everyone is on the autism spectrum to some degree and the official diagnosis comes from the realization that some of us have more struggles with how our minds and bodies respond differently to the social and non-social environment."

The Otherness Podcast is also amplifying how the stories of living with autism have been much more important than any textbook, any medical journal or any lecture he's ever been to. Todd also states "Most of these stories do not have happy endings, mostly because they are still being told."

For season 2 and beyond, Todd wants to have people come on and share their stories, and ask questions that can get us to those places of vulnerability and resilience that many can relate to. He is particularly interested in those who have family members affected by autism and are affected by autism themselves.

For more information, visit: https://othernesspodcast.com/

Listen to the Otherness Podcast and Dr. Todd Peter Levine on:

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/otherness-podcast/id1558614588

Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/otherness-podcast/PC:78573

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0syuA1Py9z8am7FkpbI9yp

And wherever else podcasts are available.

The Otherness Podcast is a narrative exploring and engaging autism through experienced stories from those who have lived with it. Dr. Todd Peter Levine, a psychiatrist with a brother with autism, presents conversations, concepts and guests covering an array of interactions and experiences from those with or close to autism.

Related link: https://othernesspodcast.com/

Fairport Wealth Announces 2022 Community Beacon Recipient

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

Beech Brook: Helping Families Thrive Since 1852

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

Fairport and Luma Wealth: Joining the Mission

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

About Fairport Wealth

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

About Luma Wealth

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

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

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

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

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

A New Mental Health App Has Arrived! The Mavin App

MILWAUKEE, Wis. /ScoopCloud/ -- Today, a Wisconsin startup, 3oi LLC announces the launch of the Mavin App, a mental health app to help the world conquer mental health in addition to supporting and educating the masses. Furthermore, the 3oi team is also proud to publicize that we are onboarding participants to the Conscious Venture Lab Cohort 8 Accelerator program.

Mental health is not to be taken lightly, it is something that cannot be fixed or cured but only maintained and sustained. So, we thank Conscious Venture Lab for believing in our mission in becoming a constant structure in people's lives in providing mental health education and assistance and also by connecting individuals with mental health providers on their terms.

"We at Mavin want to put your mental health, in your hands," said Kvon Smith, Chairman at 3oi LLC.

Our Mental health is constantly changing daily and sliding across a continuum of positive to negative. Because we as people are constantly affected by positive and negative experiences that affect how we feel mentally. Moreover, we are all one moment away from experiencing a mental health crisis. Whether it is childhood trauma coming to the surface, an accident-causing anxiety, or a veteran suffering from PTSD. Mental health is an aspect of life we must take more seriously.

We believe that you are not your mental health condition and that you have the power to conquer it. We believe that treating mental health is not a one size fits all treatment. The Mavin App which is out exclusively for Android at the moment is one of a kind personalized mental health app that includes assessments that intends to direct you to professionals who fit your needs.

We also believe that community is vital when living with mental illness or battling mental health. We want to let everyone know that they are not in this fight alone, so we created a safe space for members to connect with other members to encourage, uplift, and share life experiences in our Mavin's Haven.

During sign-in add a trusted loved one to your profile for free to avoid future interrogating questions altogether with your family. And in times of crisis, we have an emergency button inside the app that connects you to crisis intervention instead of the police.

So do us a favor and go to the Google Play store and join us on "Mavin App" your mental safe haven app where we are intentional in changing and saving lives.

LEARN MORE AT:

https://mymavin.app/

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mavin.mavin

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/kvonsmith/

https://www.instagram.com/mavin.app/

Today, a Wisconsin startup, 3oi LLC announces the launch of the Mavin App, a mental health app to help the world conquer mental health in addition to supporting and educating the masses. Furthermore, the 3oi team is also proud to publicize that we are onboarding participants to the Conscious Venture Lab Cohort 8 Accelerator program.

Related link: https://mymavin.app/

Neuro Diverse Living Announces the Launch of Their New Brand Name, Front Porch Cohousing: A Neuro-Inclusive Community by NDL

LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ -- Front Porch Cohousing is excited to announce the launch of their new brand and the inspiration behind that change. As a cohousing community of private homes clustered around shared space, Front Porch Cohousing will intentionally design spaces to create opportunities for those with and without neuro or cognitive disabilities to build meaningful and lasting relationships. A community where the support, encouragement and assistance of others will provide a safe and prosperous environment for all who live there.

The launch date for Front Porch Cohousing is January 18, 2022, and we expect our new inclusive, diverse communities to become thriving assets across Southeastern Pennsylvania.

Front Porch Cohousing: A Neuro-Inclusive Community by NDL believes the best way to deliver on our vision is by providing a sense of belonging as we create authentic and vibrant spaces that are not just houses, but homes for adults experiencing neurological disorders. Our homes will be designed to bring a sense of neighborhood while providing hope and peace of mind to the families and friends who support these neurodiverse adults, knowing their loved ones are in a community which will empower them.

We believe we can accomplish our vision through our cohousing model by creating a nostalgic setting from a time when neighborhood kids played until the streetlights came on and people visited on their front porches; a time when neighbors openly supported each other. As we shift to our new brand, we welcome you to Front Porch Cohousing: A Neuro-Inclusive Community by NDL.

"I'm encouraged about the work Front Porch Cohousing is doing in the community to address the critical shortage of neuro-inclusive cohousing options for adults with autism, assuring they will never live alone or isolated," said Jim Brexler, President & CEO Doylestown Health Network.

"With there being such a significant need for housing for people with disabilities in the Lehigh Valley, I'm thrilled to see the efforts and leadership that Front Porch Cohousing is making in creating inclusive and supportive cohousing options and opportunities," said Seth Hoderewski, Director of Transition Services, Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living.

Front Porch Cohousing: A Neuro-Inclusive Community by NDL invites you to learn more about us on our website. There are many ways you can participate, donate, get involved and perhaps see how this type of community could be the best fit for you or your family member.

"Think inclusion, not isolation." - Front Porch Cohousing: A Neuro-Inclusive Community by NDL Team.

Learn more at: https://frontporchcohousing.org/

You can find us on social media by searching for FPCbyNDL on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram

Front Porch Cohousing: A Neuro-Inclusive Community by NDL, (267) 935-9003; info@frontporchcohousing.org

Front Porch Cohousing is excited to announce the launch of their new brand and the inspiration behind that change. As a cohousing community of private homes clustered around shared space, Front Porch Cohousing will intentionally design spaces to create opportunities for those with and without neuro or cognitive disabilities to build meaningful and lasting relationships.

Related link: https://frontporchcohousing.org/

Stride Autism Centers Brings Its Center-Based ABA Therapy to Nebraska

LINCOLN, Neb. /ScoopCloud/ -- Stride Autism Centers ("Stride"), a mission-driven provider of evidence-based therapeutic interventions for preschool children with autism, is excited to announce a new location in Lincoln, Nebraska. Located at 4545 S 86th St, Suite 101, Stride is eager to begin supporting families across Southeastern Nebraska and has already opened enrollment for children ages 2-6. Stride is launching an Omaha clinic later this year and has plans to offer additional service locations in Nebraska over the next 12 months.

Importantly, Stride aims to serve clients regardless of funding source and accepts most private insurance as well as Nebraska Medicaid.

Stride's team of highly experienced and compassionate clinicians utilizes an approach rooted in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. ABA therapy has been extensively researched and is considered the gold standard of treatment for individuals with autism.

Stride provides individualized support during a child's most vital developmental period. Stride exclusively serves children ages 2-6 and maintains a 1:1 therapist-to-child ratio to maximize the attention each child receives. Stride's center-based model allows children to build social skills as they interact with their peers and engage in naturalistic group activities.

Every child that attends Stride's program receives a completely customized treatment plan carefully developed by a Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA).

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

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

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

About Stride Autism Centers

Stride Autism Centers is a mission-oriented organization that provides evidence-based ABA therapy to children with autism ages 2 to 6. Stride has locations throughout Iowa, Illinois and Nebraska. Stride's full-day program combines structured one-on-one therapy with naturalistic group activities. It is designed to assist with self-care, school readiness, social skills, emotional regulation, communication, transitioning, and play and leisure. Families interested in learning more can contact Stride Autism Centers at 515-207-5251 (Iowa and Nebraska) or 312-554-5578 (Illinois) or visit the Stride website at https://stridecenters.com/.

Are you interested in a career helping children? Visit https://stridecenters.com/careers to browse our open roles.

Stride Autism Centers ("Stride"), a mission-driven provider of evidence-based therapeutic interventions for preschool children with autism, is excited to announce a new location in Lincoln, Nebraska. Located at 4545 S 86th St, Suite 101, Stride is eager to begin supporting families across Southeastern Nebraska and has already opened enrollment for children ages 2-6.

Related link: https://stridecenters.com/

Compassion Prison Project and CA Surgeon General Dr. Nadine Burke-Harris Raise ACE Awareness in CA Prison

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Compassion Prison Project (CPP) piloted its innovative new series "Trauma Talks," an educational video program with accompanying workbook this week. CPP's mission is to create trauma-informed prisons and communities by bringing trauma awareness education and proven healing modalities to the men and women living and working in prison. Statistically, those involved in the prison system have some of the highest number of ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) in society.

As part of the "Trauma Talks" launch, on September 7th, 8th, and 9th 2021, CPP hosted an historic event at Valley State Prison (VSP) in California. Over a hundred men living at VSP shared their childhood trauma stories in Compassion Trauma Circles, joined by CPP Founder Fritzi Horstman, California Surgeon General Dr. Nadine Burke Harris and 17 volunteers. CPP and Ms. Horstman are best known for the short film Step Inside the Circle, which has reached over 3.5 million viewers with its unprecedented look at childhood trauma behind bars. Dr. Burke Harris's office has established the bold goal of reducing ACEs and toxic stress by 50 percent within one generation.

The VSP event activities included supportive open discussions, exercises, and lectures. Catalina Villegas, Anchor of Your Weekend on Spectrum News 1, was on-site to capture the event as it unfolded. In addition, CPP provided mentorship training to several incarcerated residents and a specially designed Correctional Officer presentation was also featured for 30+ Correctional Officers.

Every single resident at Valley State Prison (2,900 in total) received the first volume of the "Trauma Talks" workbook and began the curriculum, thanks to the generous donation by one of CPP's supporters. CPP is on track to establish several other pilot launches of "Trauma Talks" in the United States and around the world by the end of 2021, with the goal of having the entire series available in all prisons by 2023.

The outcome of this event is that Valley State Prison will be the first fully trauma-informed, trauma-responsive prison in the country. With the "Trauma Talks" pilot, CPP has opened the doors for important transformation in the United States Criminal Justice community. The positive impact this educational and emotionally supportive program will have on incarcerated citizens and their families is immeasurable.

"When I found out I was traumatized by my parents and my upbringing, it changed how I felt about myself," Fritzi Horstman reflected on her way back from Valley State Prison. "I want to share what I've learned and make sure every person living in prison understands the principles of trauma, brain science and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) so people can forgive themselves, make amends and begin the healing process, not only for themselves, but for their families and their communities."

For more information, please contact Melonie McCoy, Media and Communications Director at media@compassionprisonproject.org or visit https://compassionprisonproject.org/

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Caption: Compassion Prison Project's Fritzi Horstman & California Surgeon General Dr. Nadine Burke-Harris

MEDIA CONTACT:

Compassion Prison Project

Melonie McCoy - Media and Communications Director

media@compassionprisonproject.org

425-628-4611

Compassion Prison Project (CPP) piloted its innovative new series "Trauma Talks," an educational video program with accompanying workbook this week. CPP's mission is to create trauma-informed prisons and communities by bringing trauma awareness education and proven healing modalities to the men and women living and working in prison.

Related link: https://compassionprisonproject.org/

Spodak Dental Group’s Use of ‘Laughing Gas’ Helps Patients Who Suffer from Depression

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Spodak Dental Group team is committed to helping their patients not only achieve their smile goals, but also their overall comfort in and out of the dental chair. While nitrous oxide has been offered as an effective treatment for anxious or fearful patients, it has now been shown to help with patients who suffer from depression.

A recent study published in Science Translational Medicine has shown that nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, can relieve symptoms of depression otherwise resistant to current drugs. The randomized phase II clinical trial of 24 volunteers in the United States with treatment-resistant major depression shows that a low dose of nitrous oxide offers a benefit that appears to last for several weeks and come with very few side effects.

The first treatment involved an hour-long high dose of nitrous oxide (at 50 percent), the second involved an hour-long low dose of the drug (at 25 percent), and the last involved a placebo. The majority of people in the trial showed a high rate of response and symptom improvement over the course of the trial. This is the first time that a study has shown these results.

The Spodak Dental Group state-of-the-art facility offers nitrous oxide in each of the 18 state-of-the-art operatories. Patients are invited to enjoy nitrous oxide for any treatment or procedure, including cleanings, which are monitored by board certified general and specialty dentists.

"We are committed to our patients' overall safety, health and wellness, which is why we safely offer nitrous oxide," said Dr. Craig Spodak, general dentist at Spodak Dental Group. "Not only is it a safe option for anxious or depressed patients, the effects dissipate quickly once the gas is not inhaled and there are no negative side effects."

The Spodak Dental Group, a 2017 Inc. 5000 honoree, has evolved to become South Florida's premier, comprehensive dental facility, and comprises a world-class association of dental professionals poised to provide full-service dental care second-to-none in both scope and skill. The Spodak Dental Group team includes General and Restorative Dentists, Endodontists, Periodontists, Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Master Ceramic Artists and Anesthesiologists, as well as one of the nation's only in-office dental labs.

Spodak Dental Group is located at 3911 W. Atlantic Ave. Call or text (561) 303-2413 or visit https://www.SpodakDental.com for more information or to schedule a virtual or in-office appointment.

The Spodak Dental Group team is committed to helping their patients not only achieve their smile goals, but also their overall comfort in and out of the dental chair. While nitrous oxide has been offered as an effective treatment for anxious or fearful patients, it has now been shown to help with patients who suffer from depression.

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

youturn and First Sun Partner to Provide EAP clients with Innovative Substance Misuse Support

GREENVILLE, S.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- youturn, the world's largest platform of evidence-based and therapist led video content for Stress, Anxiety, and Substance Misuse, announced a partnership with First Sun EAP. Through the partnership, youturn and First Sun will co-market services to help enterprises decrease employee stress and anxiety while increasing resilience and productivity.

The partnership will provide First Sun clients with access to youturn's risk mitigation training content for businesses and the youturn library will supplement First Sun's expansive employee and leader support programs.

youturn's CEO, Shay Houser, said, "First Sun is the leading EAP in the Southeast. Serving over 150,000 lives, we believe our combined efforts can reduce employee Stress, Anxiety, and Depression (SAD) while minimizing the impact of substance misuse inside the enterprise."

According to Maria Lund, First Sun's president and COO, "Our business is designed to grow with the needs of our customers. Offering youturn is a great added-value service that aligns with the how we are helping our customers support their employees through this difficult time."

A New Solution to a Growing Epidemic:

First Sun EAP has witnessed the transformation of mental and emotional assistance for employees for decades and, since the onset of the pandemic, has seen first-hand the impact of the rise in mental illness and decline in well-being. There is clear evidence for the need and value of organizations investing in substantial support for employees around stress, anxiety and depression. Additionally, the national rise in substance misuse is impacting every business.

According to a Gallop Poll, close to half of U.S. adults, 46%, have dealt with substance use problems in their family. And that was pre-COVID-19. Substance Misuse amongst employees has accelerated to epidemic levels. And, the missing link in the well-being of employees, is the impact of loved ones at home who are struggling. This trend is a silent killer of productivity, and more importantly, people.

First Sun and youturn intend to address this crisis by combining youturn's evidence-based educational content with First Sun's extensive clinical and workplace expertise.

"An increasing number of employees struggling with mental health challenges are reaching out to First Sun for help," said Maria Lund. "It is our goal to make our broad array of services accessible to everyone. We can now expand our convenient well-being solutions to include youturn's powerful suite of offerings."

About youturn

youturn maintains the world's largest library of proprietary, therapist-led, video content about substance misuse. youturn's team has lived experience and have supported tens of thousands of individuals and families navigate the world of substance misuse. youturn has been utilized by leading institutions such as the Illinois Army Reserves, University of South Carolina Medical School, Clemson University School of Medicine, The South Carolina Veterans Administration, Prisma Health as, and numerous publicly held enterprises. Learn more: https://youturn.net/.

About First Sun

First Sun EAP is a leading provider of well-being solutions for work, home and life. We collaborate with enterprises and groups so their entire population is covered through our comprehensive well-being services: full service EAP, population programs, training and development, and critical incident response. Our integrated approach to well-being reduces the overwhelming challenges people face every day and supports leaders with tools to create success. For more information or to get a quote visit https://firstsuneap.com/.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

youturn: Shay Houser, CEO, 864.373.5007

First Sun: Maria Lund, President/COO, maria.lund@firstsuneap.com 803-530-2748

youturn, the world's largest platform of evidence-based and therapist led video content for Stress, Anxiety, and Substance Misuse, announced a partnership with First Sun EAP. Through the partnership, youturn and First Sun will co-market services to help enterprises decrease employee stress and anxiety while increasing resilience and productivity.

Related link: https://youturn.net/

Grace Gardens Memory Care Opens This Summer

SANTA ANA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Town & Country Life Plan Community announces the grand opening of Grace Gardens, a $25 million memory care community featuring one of the largest outdoor garden courtyards in Orange County. The nonprofit community offers residency for approximately 80 residents with Alzheimer's and dementia in four distinct neighborhoods.

The Grand Opening Celebration is at 2 p.m. PDT Friday, July 23 and features live music, complimentary beverages, brain-healthy treats, and tours of the memory care neighborhoods and community features. Attendees are invited to create a painting in the art room during the party. Tours will be socially distanced, and refreshments will be individually served. RSVP at 714-480-7738 or http://tcmanor.com/upcoming-events/.

"Nature produces a therapeutic effect on those with dementia and Alzheimer's," Town & Country Executive Director Dirk DeWolfe said. "We created a community where nature can be part of each resident's day."

A formative encounter with a dementia patient at the start of DeWolfe's career contributed to the unique physical design of Grace Gardens. "I took a combative patient for a walk outside and everything about him changed," DeWolfe said. "As long as he was walking, he was happy. When we began Grace Gardens, I knew a walkable, natural setting had to be integral to the design."

Grace Gardens will provide residents access to beautiful, natural surroundings, sunlight and plenty of secure, open space to move around. The 3,000 sq. ft. courtyard features walking paths, trees, flowers, edible plantings, raised gardens and a potting shed for horticulture therapy. Residents with less mobility will have access to indoor horticultural encounters.

"We look forward to the day when Alzheimer's is a disease of the past. Until then, we plan to do everything we can to make the journey as pleasant as possible," DeWolfe said.

Grace Gardens has shaped the environment around those living with dementia to empower residents with maximum independence and dignity. Activities and programming are designed to accommodate each individual's aptitude to ensure their success and make life easier. Programming is stage-informed to address the individual. There are many shades of cognitive impairment, and the team starts by investigating possible causes. They then apply all the tools, best practices and knowledge to improve the physical, emotional and spiritual experience of each resident based on their needs and potential.

Their memory care environment provides a sense of independence, autonomy, and choice. Using the latest in therapeutic design principles, Grace Gardens helps those experiencing cognitive decline from Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and other types of dementia to live successfully. Little cues make the difference, and intuitive layout and signage makes wayfinding simple.

Grace Gardens is on the Town & Country campus, which has a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. They offer four neighborhoods, each attuned to a specific peer-based, stage-informed cohort of residents. Rooms are private and spacious with garden views. High-tech touch screens and intuitive wayfinding are featured. Families and residents can have breakfast, lunch or dinner together at an onsite dining venue called Rob's Garden Cafe. Grace Gardens offers 24x7 nursing staff and concierge doctor's office, medical appointment transportation and chef-crafted meals. Therapies include art, music, pet, exercise, and horticulture.

Town & Country is a charitable 501(c)(3) nonprofit Christian retirement community in the heart of Orange County. Built in 1975, Town & Country was brought to life with the vision of showing God's love through the caring and serving of their residents. The 8-acre campus is full of outdoor courtyards, gardens and fountains with every residential apartment having a private patio. Town & Country offers independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and short-term rehab care. For more information, visit https://www.tcmanor.com/

Tags: #MemoryCare, #SeniorLiving, #GraceGardens

The Town & Country Life Plan Community announces the grand opening of Grace Gardens, a $25 million memory care community featuring one of the largest outdoor garden courtyards in Orange County. The nonprofit community offers residency for approximately 80 residents with Alzheimer's and dementia in four distinct neighborhoods.

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

While More and More Tampa Bay-Based Organizations Focus On Mental Health and Wellness, GTE Financial Has Been On Board For Years

TAMPA, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- GTE Financial recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month by celebrating the importance of access to mental health services. Mental Health has been an important topic for GTE Financial for several years and during the pandemic, this important initiative proved to be an essential benefit.

GTE Financial made the decision to invest in their team members by investing in programs that focus on mental health and wellness. Understanding the importance of maintaining an equal work-life balance was a driving factor in creating programs to ensure GTE team members were supported through difficult times. They have unlimited access to services to aid in their mental health struggles.

Through additional initiatives like, "GTE LiveWell," a five-pillar approach to health, GTE has committed to fostering a culture that celebrates differences and understands the real struggles people face in both their personal and professional lives. These benefits have not gone unnoticed. Shakira B, a team member at GTE Financial says, "Having this benefit gives me the peace of mind that no matter what happens in our personal and work lives, we have someone to go to and can trust that it is also confidential."

Rene' McKenna SHRM-CP, AVP of Talent Management said, "We don't just check off a box. We have a commitment to educate, support, and empower team members to make healthy lifestyle choices. Mental Health falls under 'Mind,' one of our five pillars within our GTE LiveWell initiative. It is imperative that we as an organization support our team members with every aspect of health and wellness and mental health is just as important as financial health."

GTE LiveWell focuses on five pillars of success - financial, mind, active, nutrition, and know-how. Know-how, one of the most important pillars, focuses on educating GTE team members so they know and understand all the great resources available to them and their families through their employment with GTE Financial. One such program that GTE offers is a wellness reimbursement plan that offers $30 a month to employees which can be put towards an activity of their choosing - these activities can include a gym membership, art therapy, massage, cooperative gardening, and much more.

GTE Financial has found that companies who raise awareness and actively implement programs centered around mental health are more likely to reduce absenteeism and increase productivity. While many organizations have fallen a bit behind in providing mental health services to their employees, GTE Financial has always kept this service as a top priority. After all, when you take care of your team members, they take care of you. As such, GTE continues to keep an open line of communication and actively works to end the stigma surrounding mental health by keeping their employees' success and growth top of mind.

One of GTE Financial's employees Dolores R states, "This is great! I love the research and resources that are offered to help us live better, healthier, and more productive lives! I always find the advice for living healthier so interesting and enjoy learning things I didn't know that can make us more aware and better stewards of our health and wellness."

GTE Financial shines as an example for other organizations within Tampa Bay and beyond, to invest in mental health initiatives for the sole benefit of providing essential healthcare to their team members. GTE is an employer that champions for access to health and wellness with the inclusion of mental health. Providing these programs for their employees is another example of GTE living their mission to be the preferred financial services provider and employer in the marketplace.

GTE Financial is a not-for-profit financial cooperative. This means they make decisions for the benefit of all customers, whom they call member-owners, because each one has a stake, or ownership, in their cooperative. The money GTE earns is returned to their "shareholders," GTE member-owners, in the form of higher dividends, lower rates, and new products and services.

Learn more: https://www.gtefinancial.org/

For more information, interviews or media requests, call 813.644.7443 or email Katy at pr@bkncreative.com.

GTE Financial recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month by celebrating the importance of access to mental health services. Mental Health has been an important topic for GTE Financial for several years and during the pandemic, this important initiative proved to be an essential benefit.

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

Inaugural Run Across America For Trauma Awareness (#RAAFTA) Event

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Media Alert: June 19 - 27 2021 -- Compassion Prison Project (CPP) is very pleased to announce their Inaugural Run Across America For Trauma Awareness (#RAAFTA) fundraising event in partnership with Be The Good. The objective is to run a cumulative 3,000 miles, so only by joining together can we reach our goal. Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome to run, walk, stroll or roll in the great outdoors to support this wonderful cause.

CPP's mission is to transform our nation's prisons, currently places of repetitive traumatization and isolation, into centers for healing and education. Based on the Norwegian correctional model, CPP's focus is on Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) awareness and trauma-responsive training.

Long after the fresh air endorphin glow wears off, participants can feel great about their efforts to support the most traumatized people in our society. All proceeds from the $10 registration fee and from monies raised by sponsoring friends and family goes directly toward supporting CPP's mission.

Best known for its widely acclaimed short film "Step Inside the Circle," CPP's goal for 2021 is to establish ten pilot prison programs across the U.S. These programs will highlight the proven healing modalities and professionally designed trauma curriculum CPP has developed for use by both prison residents as well as staff.

CPP's advocacy work includes the newly launched Compassion in Action podcast which welcomes acclaimed experts in the field of trauma research including Dr. Gabor Mate', CDC ACE study Co-Founder Dr. Vincent Felitti and coming soon Dr. Bruce Perry and Dr. Bessel Van der Kolk.

If you would like more information about the #RAAFTA event, or to schedule an interview, please email media@compassionprisonproject.org.

Registration for the event: https://compassionprisonproject.org/raafta

Compassion Prison Project is a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization. Founded in 2019, our mission is to transform prisons and communities through compassionate action. Learn more at: https://compassionprisonproject.org/

MEDIA CONTACT
Melonie McCoy, Media and Communications Director
Email: media@compassionprisonproject.org

Compassion Prison Project (CPP) is very pleased to announce their Inaugural Run Across America For Trauma Awareness (#RAAFTA) fundraising event in partnership with Be The Good. The objective is to run a cumulative 3,000 miles.

Related link: https://compassionprisonproject.org/

Dr. Bruce Perry and Compassion Prison Project (CPP) Uncovering the Hidden Truth of Childhood Trauma Within Prisons

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Over the last 30 years, Dr. Bruce Perry has been an active teacher, clinician and researcher in children's mental health and neurosciences, holding a variety of academic positions. His work on the ramifications of abuse, neglect and trauma on the developing brain has impacted clinical practice and policy across the world. Reflecting on his new book with Oprah Winfrey, "What Happened to You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience and Healing," Dr. Perry sits down this week for an in-depth conversation with Compassion Prison Project Founder and award-winning film producer Fritzi Horstman.

The interview, which will be shared as an episode on CPP's podcast, Compassion in Action, delves into the concept of "Getting to the Cortex" while examining ACEs in society versus ACEs in prison.

In CPP's research, using the CDC/Kaiser Permanente ACEs study (Adverse Childhood Experiences), they discovered that childhood trauma is disproportionately high within the prison system. CPP is focused on bringing childhood trauma awareness and responsiveness training to prisons and communities both in the U.S. and globally. CPP's programs include a new six-part video series and corresponding workbooks titled Trauma Talks which shed light on the devastating impact of childhood trauma, while guiding prison residents and staff through various healing exercises.

CPP's ultimate mission is to transform prisons into centers of healing and education so that the most traumatized members of our society can begin the process of healing, creating a lasting positive impact on families and communities. Dr. Perry's analysis of childhood trauma within prisons is at once insightful and thought-provoking, making this a noteworthy, groundbreaking exchange.

Dr. Bruce Perry and Compassion Prison Project (CPP)

"Dr. Bruce Perry is one of the pioneers working today in the childhood developmental trauma field. His insights and compassionate perspective will ultimately change how the systems of our society treat the poor, disenfranchised and traumatized. It is an honor to have this conversation," says Fritzi Horstman - CPP Founder and Executive Director.

About Compassion Prison Project

Compassion Prison Project is a grassroots organization with a mission to transform prisons and communities through compassionate action. To learn more please visit www.compassionprisonproject.org a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Melonie McCoy, Media Communications
Phone: 425-628-4611
Email: media@compassionprisonproject.org

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VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/q6v9L321WIk

Reflecting on his new book with Oprah Winfrey, "What Happened to You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience and Healing," Dr. Perry sits down this week for an in-depth conversation with Compassion Prison Project Founder and award-winning film producer Fritzi Horstman.

Related link: https://compassionprisonproject.org/

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About Stride Autism Centers

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

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*Caption: Stride Autism Centers in South Loop, Chicago

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

Related link: https://stridecenters.com/

Duke City Cares Launching Behavioral Healthcare Services

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Encounter Telehealth Awards ‘Certificates of Excellence in Mental Health Care’

OMAHA, Neb. /ScoopCloud/ -- Encounter Telehealth awarded their partner facilities 'Certificates of Excellence in Mental Health Care' for their perseverance and dedication to the mental health needs of their residents throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

"This past year has been wrought with unprecedented challenges and hurdles for the staff and residents of our senior living community partners," explains Jennifer Amis, President and CEO of Encounter Telehealth.

"Through everything, the care teams at these facilities have gone above and beyond to ensure the mental health and wellness for their residents. They truly deserve special commendation."

Depression and anxiety hit an all-time high for older adults amid the pandemic. Recent studies determined that 1 in 4 older adults have experienced depression and anxiety since the pandemic began. Lockdowns, loneliness, fear, and loss have contributed to a mental health epidemic in an already struggling population.

In 2020, throughout the pandemic, Encounter Telehealth conducted over 10,000 telehealth encounters for residents of senior care communities. The staff at these communities have embraced the Encounter Team as an extension of their own care teams. The collaboration between Encounter and their partner facilities has improved the mental health and quality of life for residents and staff members.

About Encounter Telehealth

Encounter Telehealth supports the mental and behavioral health needs of residents in senior care communities. Our services include psychiatric evaluations, medication management, mental health therapy for both residents and their family members, after hours care, and staff training. Our communities include skilled nursing facilities, assisted living, independent living, memory care, home health care, ICF/IID facilities, Veterans Homes, and corrections. Our patients receive specialized, evidence-based mental health care regardless of where they live.

Learn more at http://www.encounter.health/ or by emailing us at info@encounter.health.

Twitter: @EncounterPsych

Facebook: @EncounterTelespychiatry

LinkedIn: @EncounterTelehealthLLC

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"Jenkins Living Center is located in Watertown, South Dakota -- a rural area in the northeastern corner of the state. Our community lacks the services of a psychiatrist, and scheduling visits with a clinical psychology would often take weeks before the resident could be seen. When we signed on with Encounter, we immediately saw an improvement in mental health services for our resident population. The telehealth psychologists that have served our facility have been extremely responsive whenever we have needed a consultation, and they are very engaged when visiting with our residents and staff. They thoroughly review the residents' medical records prior to visits and do an outstanding job of follow-up regarding efficacy of medications they have prescribed. Overall, the well-being of our residents who need mental health consultations has improved dramatically since we began to partner with Encounter," said Loren Dietman, President and CEO of Jenkins Living Center.

"The majority of our residents being followed by Encounter have had improved mental health. Behaviors have decreased, which has helped the environment for both the residents and employees. Residents' mental health is more stable," said Nicholas Guerrette, Administrator at Borderview Rehabilitation and Living Center.

Encounter Telehealth awarded their partner facilities 'Certificates of Excellence in Mental Health Care' for their perseverance and dedication to the mental health needs of their residents throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

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

New Writing Program Mobilizes Writers and Therapists to Help Health Care Professionals

WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- New Directions in Writing, an offshoot of the Washington Baltimore Center for Psychoanalysis, announces "The Things They Carry," a series of free writing workshops for health care workers and first responders, designed to help them face the deep trauma of their experiences with the corona virus pandemic. The first workshop will launch on April 13, 2021 and are staffed by therapists and writers from across the country who have come together specifically to help health care workers. They include: Jessica Anya Blau, Sarah Boxer, Kate Daniels, Aimee Molloy, Aria Beth Sloss and Valerie Tripp.

A recent survey of thousands of health workers by the Yale School of Public Health, recently published in the journal PLOS One, found that nearly one quarter of all participants showed signs of PTSD, and almost half had probable alcohol use disorder.

The Things They Carry workshops - http://thingstheycarryproject.org/ - will pair experienced writers with therapists skilled at working with people experiencing PTSD. If the title sounds familiar, that's intentional: it honors Tim O'Brien, the author of "The Things They Carried," a ground-breaking meditation on the Vietnam War, memory, and the redemptive power of storytelling.

The workshops are the brainchild of Kerry L. Malawista, Ph.D., a psychotherapist in private practice in Potomac, Maryland, and McLean, Virginia. Malawista is a co-chair of New Directions, which offers a postgraduate training program for clinicians, academics and writers who want to bring modern psychoanalytic perspectives to their work.

"I see several frontline health care workers in therapy," Malawista said. "From them, I hear about the ghosts of the COVID deaths they carry, the patients they have treated, those who were lost to the virus and those who still haunt them. Like soldiers returning from war, they cannot close their eyes to all they have witnessed - the smells, sights and sounds of people who died while in their care. And sadly, like the soldiers that O'Brien memorialized, the ghosts often pursue them in their dreams.... Along with talk therapy, writing provides an effective pathway to process traumatic memory."

Participants will learn a technique called "writing for resilience," in which writing prompts will be offered to encourage them to explore their COVID experiences, helping them to delve into their meaning. For the present, workshops will be held via Zoom.

Following the writing sessions, participants will have an opportunity to share what they have written, listen to other stories, respond to the group's writings, and explore their meaning in writing and conversation.

"Writing in the company of others has special benefits," Malawista said. "To have one's experiences witnessed and validated by other writers has been shown to relieve isolation and create a sense of solidarity.... Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on the life stories they have heard in the course of their work, as well as on the ways they can keep themselves calm and strong."

For more information contact Kerry Malawista, Ph.D., at ThingsTheyCarryProject@gmail.com

Learn more about New Directions in Writing at: https://newdirectionsinwriting.com/

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*CITATION: PLOS ONE: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0246602

New Directions in Writing, an offshoot of the Washington Baltimore Center for Psychoanalysis, announces "The Things They Carry," a series of free writing workshops for health care workers and first responders, designed to help them face the deep trauma of their experiences with the corona virus pandemic.

Related link: https://newdirectionsinwriting.com/