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Cancer survivor and preemie mom release new book ‘Living The Mango-licious Life: Sips & Tips On Surviving & Thriving Beyond Seasons Of Adversity’

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- According to the American Cancer Society, about 281,550 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women. Of that number of new cases, it is estimated that about 43,600 women will die. It is said that 1 in 10 babies are born before being considered full-term. Amidst those grim statistics, get ready for a powerful story about one woman, author Tanya Wilson, who beat the odds. Not only a cancer survivor, but also a preemie mother. Hear the story of how to take life's sour and bitter moments and turn them into an experience of sweetness, joy and succulence.

"The mango-licious mindset is to set clear goals that are not abandoned or abolished despite our seasons of adversity. We relish the sweetness in life and plan for a future that is bright, fulfilling, and prosperous," said Tanya Wilson. No matter what adversity you have faced or are currently facing, in each chapter of this book you will discover how God equips us with indescribable peace, strength and hope that propels us from desperate disappointment to daring determination.

The title, "The Mango-licious Life," pays homage to Tanya's favorite fruit, the mango, which serves as a metaphor of life's unpredictable and oftentimes bitter-sweet encounters. This metaphor serves as a foundation for her blog "Tanya The Mango Lady Blog" where for years she has shared faith and inspiration around resilience and adversity, for over 4000 readers. This book is an extension of her platform to encourage those currently experiencing a difficult life season.

Join Author Tanya Wilson for a Meet & Greet Book Signing at North Miami Public Library, Wednesday August 4, 2021 at 6 p.m. This is your chance to enjoy a serving of inspiration during these difficult times.

"The Mango-licous Life: Sips & Tips On Surviving & Thriving Beyond Seasons of Adversity" by Tanya Wilson | Kingdomboss Publishing | Paperback | $16 | ISBN:978-1-7357616-2-6

Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735761621

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

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According to the American Cancer Society, about 281,550 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women. Of that number of new cases, it is estimated that about 43,600 women will die. It is said that 1 in 10 babies are born before being considered full-term. Amidst those grim statistics, get ready for a powerful story about one woman, author Tanya Wilson, who beat the odds.

Related link: https://tanyathemangolady.com/

Celebrity Cannabis Outlaw Ed ‘NJWeedman’ Forchion Celebrates Independence Day with The Joint of Miami Weekend Festivities

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The cannabis community's most beloved and beleaguered outlaw, Ed "NJWeedman" Forchion, is celebrating this Fourth of July weekend with his biggest bong bang ever. His new marijuana themed lounge, The Joint of Miami, located in Miami's trendy Wynwood Art District, officially opens its doors during Independence Day Weekend with three days of smoke infused festivities, Friday, July 2, Saturday, July 3 and Sunday July 4, 2021.

Guest DJ's include DJ ReRe, DJ Alamo and DJ Suave, with musical headliners Illuminati Congo, Philadelphia Rapper Freeway, Crazy Fingers and Greyt Adventure. As the first cannabis consumer friendly art and music lounge in Wynwood, visual artists from across the country as well as local Miami talent will also feature their work in the venue's indoor and outdoor gallery over the long holiday weekend.

The Joint of Miami is located at 2010 NW Miami Ct. in Miami and ticket information is located on https://www.eventbrite.com/the-joint-of-miami-grand-opening.

In addition to his decades of legalization activism, Forchion is well known for his entertaining pot party productions. His legendary marijuana mansion events, hosted in Los Angeles' Hollywood Hills between the years of 2009 and 2011, were attended by the entertainment industry elite and covered by TMZ. His current Trenton, New Jersey operation, NJWeedman's Joint, with co-owner, Debi Madaio, is the scene for weekly online and onsite cannabis creativity featuring comedy, local bands and even cannabis themed dining.

In addition to art and music, The Joint of Miami is also the home for Forchion's new reality show, "Miami's High Life with NJweedman" on the new streaming platform Unleashed Entertainment. Set to premier this summer, the show captures Forchion and his staff, as he travels back and for between running his Trenton, New Jersey and Miami, FL businesses.

"This is the first Independence Day that I'm actually feeling independent," expresses Ed "NJWeedman" Forchion. "Four years ago, I was in the Mercer County Jail in New Jersey, being legally lynched and now I'm in Miami opening a new operation. Although the war is not completely won, I finally have enough winning battles under my belt that I can puff and pass in some semblance of peace. Successful businesses, my own reality show and public respect and support, these are just a few of the things I have dreamed of, and now they are here," cites Forchion. "I'm hoping pot heads, weed lovers and marijuana supporters will join me this Fourth of July weekend for what promises to be a next level experience. The plan is to keep taking this dream higher and higher."

For more information about The Joint of Miami and the Grand Opening Fourth of July Weekend festivities, head over to https://thejointofmiami.com/.

Watch the promo video at https://youtu.be/1VWxFXtSioQ.

Then take a puff with NJWeedman and read all about his 'budding' adventures at https://linktr.ee/NJWeedman.

The cannabis community's most beloved and beleaguered outlaw, Ed "NJWeedman" Forchion, is celebrating this Fourth of July weekend with his biggest bong bang ever. The Joint of Miami, located in Miami's trendy Wynwood Art District, officially opens its doors during Independence Day Weekend.

Related link: https://thejointofmiami.com/

beycome announces more than 5,000 houses sold

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- beycome, the digital brokerage that empowers consumers to be their own real estate agent, announced it surpassed the mark of 5,000 homes sold last month. Since its launch in 2017, beycome has saved consumers over $71 million in real estate commissions.

The digital service prioritizes service and support over sales. "The focus of our company is to help homeowners become their own real estate agent. With our technology, they handle all negotiations and showings themselves, which in turn allows them to get the most out of their sale. Our users close two weeks faster than the industry average, and that's proof that the model works," says Nicolas Jodin, Founder and CEO of beycome.

beycome has seen rapid growth throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2020 its users sold 1,472 properties in Florida, Georgia, and Illinois through the site, making its brokerage arm the largest unaffiliated brokerage in both Florida and Illinois. The company also expanded brokerage operations to Alabama last year.

With strong demand from its users, who also wanted help buying properties, beycome recently launched the Buy with beycome program so home buyers can represent themselves and earn 2% cash back at closing. Similarly, beycome also invested in beycome Title at the end of 2020 in order to offer its users end-to-end transaction closing support and the market response has been incredibly positive.

beycome, founded by Nicolas Jodin and Herve Barbera, is a digital brokerage that is disrupting residential real estate by helping people buy or sell homes without needing a real estate agent. Using proprietary technology, beycome empowers sellers to be their own DIY agent; saving them tens of thousands in commissions.

Learn more at: https://www.beycome.com/

beycome, the digital brokerage that empowers consumers to be their own real estate agent, announced it surpassed the mark of 5,000 homes sold last month. Since its launch in 2017, beycome has saved consumers over $71 million in real estate commissions.

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

Activist and Ganjapreneur Ed ‘NJWeedman’ Forchion Promotes ‘Puff & Paint’ Cannabis Creativity at The Joint of Miami

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Legendary marijuana activist and ganjapreneur Ed "NJWeedman" Forchion is continuing his legacy of promoting 'puff and paint' cannabis creativity. The opening of his new marijuana lounge in Miami, The Joint of Miami in the Wynwood Art District, will be an extension of his legacy in support of 'pot art.'

The Joint of Miami, alongside NJWeedman's Joint in Trenton, NJ now both boast beautiful new outdoor wall murals painted by graffiti art master, Ayumi Chisolm aka SANOizm. In addition, NJWeedman is hosting an art themed pre-opening "Puff & Paint" event at his Miami location from May 14th, 10:00 a.m. ET to June 11th, 10:00 p.m. ET. "Puff & Paint" at The Joint of Miami is inviting artists to blaze and paint while creating artwork for the interior walls of the weed lounge! Professional artists who are looking to participate can send examples of their artwork to art director Jazz Tarver at artdirector@thejointofmiami.com for consideration and invitation details. The Joint of Miami is located at 2010 NW Miami Ct. in Miami.

NJWeedman's longstanding love for weed art dates back to his first marijuana dispensary, The Liberty Bell Temple, (see https://youtu.be/-jWnvGd-N4M ) located in Hollywood, CA. In 2008, Ayumi Chisolm aka SANOizm painted an interior canvas and mural covering the ceiling plus the front windows of that now mythical location. SANOizm (SimpleArtNiceOutlinez, StylesAllwayzNumberOne, SmokeAnotherNiceOne) is an award winning multi-disciplined urban artist originally from Cleveland, Ohio. He began doing graffiti art in 1983 and now travels the world creating community aerosol art murals, illustration and designs. His mark on now three of NJWeedman's businesses are important contributions to the culture of cannabis creativity. Sano maintains a small art studio in Chinatown, Los Angeles where he prints his brand, Thieveland T-shirts.

"It was important for me to have Sano leave his artistic impression on both my Trenton and Miami locations. I consider his imprint a blessing to my businesses. He has artistically documented my marijuana legacy in a way that words could not capture. If a picture is worth a thousand words, the spirit of his images is worth 10,000 words. I think my favorite is his mural outside of NJWeedman's Joint in Trenton. It's called "The Battle of Trenton 2" and is an accurate depiction of how I won my fight against the prosecutor's office in Trenton for unfair charges filed against me (see https://nj1015.com/nj-weedman-promises-to-give-prosecutor-legal-ass-whooping-after-major-bust.")

"It's no secret that marijuana and hip hop art are like first cousins," adds Sano, an avid partaker of the herb. "It has been an amazing journey to illustrate the story of NJWeedman with my art. I deeply appreciate his patronage over the years and am excited to have my work adorn both locations in Trenton and now in Miami, particularly in the Wynwood Art District which is famous for Art Basel and street art. Our work is sometimes overlooked and underrated in the contemporary art world but is an important component of our culture."

A cult figure in the marijuana legalization community, Forchion has since become one of the most vocal and controversial members of the pro-pot movement. He is the founder of the Legalize Marijuana Party of New Jersey and has run previous campaigns for Governor, U.S. Senate, Congress, the State Legislature, and the Burlington County Board of Freeholders. After decades of public persecution, Ed Forchion is finally being acknowledged for his decades of activism. He has spoken on virtual panels at Stockton and Princeton University, was featured on NBC News in New York and he is slated to appear on an upcoming segment of Vice TV and ABC-TV Nightline.

While NJWeedman's Joint in Trenton, NJ is a bustling marijuana themed eatery and smoke shop with his partner, Debi Madaio, The Joint of Miami is an extension of the NJWeedman brand, offering a more inclusive cannabis experience. The Joint of Miami, located in the Wynwood Art District, will be an art and music marijuana lounge with 'members only' access. Slated to open midsummer, The Joint of Miami will be a franchise operation and NJWeedman is already fielding inquires in other cities.

For more information about The Joint of Miami and Puff & Pass, head over to https://thejointofmiami.com/.

Take a puff with NJWeedman and read all about his adventures at https://linktr.ee/NJWeedman

Follow Ayumi Chisolm aka SANOizm at @sanoizm (https://www.instagram.com/sanoizm/) on Instagram.

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Legendary marijuana activist and ganjapreneur Ed "NJWeedman" Forchion is continuing his legacy of promoting 'puff and paint' cannabis creativity. The opening of his new marijuana lounge in Miami, The Joint of Miami in the Wynwood Art District, will be an extension of his legacy in support of 'pot art.'

Related link: https://thejointofmiami.com/

The Cesario Group Officially Certified as An LGBT Business Enterprise

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Cesario Group, a Broker Associate at Douglas Elliman Real Estate in Miami Beach, Florida - is proud to announce its recent certification as an LGBT Business Enterprise (LGBTBE®) through the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) Supplier Diversity Initiative. The NGLCC is the business voice of the LGBT community and serves as the nation's exclusive certifying body for the LGBT-owned and operated businesses.

"We are pleased to welcome The Cesario Group to the ever-expanding network of NGLCC certified LGBT Business Enterprises and the hundreds of corporations and government agencies eager to put them to work," said NGLCC Co-Founder and President Justin Nelson and CEO Chance Mitchell. "According to NGLCC's groundbreaking America's LGBT Economy report, America's estimated 1.4 million LGBT business owners, many of them NGLCC certified, add over $1.7 trillion to the GDP and create tens of thousands of new jobs. We are proud to count The Cesario Group among those who prove every day that LGBT businesses are the future of the American economy."

The Cesario Group is now eligible to participate in the NGLCC's corporate partners' supplier diversity programs, can take advantage of the vast educational opportunities promoted by the NGLCC and can work to foster B2B relationship with other LGBTBE's worldwide throughout the year and especially at the NGLCC International Business & Leadership Conference.

"As international Real Estate professionals, we proud ourselves as one of the few Real Estate companies in the Greater Miami area to receive certification by NGLCC as an LGBT Business Enterprise," said Sergio Cesario, Founder of The Cesario Group. "We built our brand on equality and reliability to serve customers from all walks of life. We continue to work with global partners that embrace and celebrate diversity fostering an inclusive culture and meaningful customer services."

ABOUT THE NGLCC

The National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce is the business voice of the LGBT community and is the largest global not-for-profit advocacy organization specifically dedicated to expanding economic opportunities and advancements for LGBT people. NGLCC is the exclusive certification body for LGBT owned businesses. Learn more: https://www.nglcc.org/

ABOUT THE CESARIO GROUP

The Cesario Group is an international real estate team based in Miami Beach, Florida and affiliated with the Miami-Dade GLCC, specializing in residential and high-end real estate and backed by Douglas Elliman.

The Cesario Group's relationship with Douglas Elliman and its strategic global alliance with London-based Knight Frank Residential allows the team to serve clients domestically and expand its business worldwide.

Learn more: https://folio.elliman.com/px/thecesariogroup

About Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Established in 1911, Douglas Elliman Real Estate is the largest brokerage in the New York Metropolitan area and the second largest independent residential real estate brokerage in the United States by sales volume. With more than 7,000 agents, the company operates approximately 120 offices in New York City, Long Island, The Hamptons, Westchester, Connecticut, New Jersey, Florida, California, Colorado, Massachusetts and Texas. Moreover, Douglas Elliman has a strategic global alliance with London-based Knight Frank Residential for business in the worldwide luxury markets spanning 60 countries and six continents.

The company also controls a portfolio of real estate services including Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, Douglas Elliman Property Management and Douglas Elliman Commercial. For more information on Douglas Elliman as well as expert commentary on emerging trends in the real estate industry, please visit https://www.elliman.com/.

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The Cesario Group, a Broker Associate at Douglas Elliman Real Estate in Miami Beach, Florida - is proud to announce its recent certification as an LGBT Business Enterprise (LGBTBE®) through the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) Supplier Diversity Initiative. The NGLCC is the business voice of the LGBT community and serves as the nation's exclusive certifying body for the LGBT-owned and operated businesses.

SimpleShowing Inks Partnership with Expetitle to Create a Fully Digital Home Purchase Experience

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleShowing, an online real estate startup disrupting the traditional real estate brokerage by changing the way buyers and sellers use real estate services, is pleased to announce its partnership with Expetitle, a Wynwood-based technology-driven startup, to bring a fully digital-first closing solution to reality.

SimpleShowing raised over $1 million through Republic.co, a private investment platform that curates investment opportunities with high-growth potential across real estate, gaming, startups, and crypto. SimpleShowing combines the home search and home tour processes into one integrated, streamlined experience. The company makes it easier and more affordable for clients to view and buy homes with help from full-service agents and modern technology, all while saving up to thousands of dollars on commissions.

Expetitle offers fully remote and hybrid closings through a secure platform and mobile app. Expetitle has performed closings throughout Florida and experienced nearly 400 percent growth since the pandemic. The company has raised millions of dollars from institutional investors to create a full stack tech closing experience across all of Florida and recently expanding into Georgia.

"We are excited to join forces with SimpleShowing - combining their tech-enabled, streamlined home search and selection process with our leading-edge technology and closing services to create an unparalleled real estate experience," said Sean Daly, Chief Executive Officer of Expetitle.

About Expetitle

Founded in January 2019, Expetitle was born out of the LAB Ventures startup studio. Expetitle is a multi-state title company that delivers fully digital and hybrid closings through one secure collaborative platform that adds transparency to the entire closing process. Expetitle's mission is to provide a better, transparent closing experience for buyers, sellers, and their agents and brokers. Today's consumer is used to doing everything on their phone in real-time, why should buying a home be any different? To learn more about Expetitle, visit https://www.expetitle.com/.

About SimpleShowing

Simple Showing is a full-service brokerage that's leveraged technology to create a new way to buy or sell your home- and keep more money in the customer's pocket during the process. The service is up and running in Georgia, Florida, and Alabama, with licensed real estate agents active in the Atlanta, Birmingham, Orlando, Tampa, and Savannah markets. For more information about SimpleShowing, visit https://www.simpleshowing.com/.

SimpleShowing, an online real estate startup disrupting the traditional real estate brokerage by changing the way buyers and sellers use real estate services, is pleased to announce its partnership with Expetitle, a Wynwood-based technology-driven startup, to bring a fully digital-first closing solution to reality.

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

The Florida vs Georgia All-Star Game Shines a Spotlight on Some of the South’s Most Prominent High School Athletes

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Florida vs Georgia All-Star Football Game presented by DRV PNK, a game set to host one of the most premier all-star high school football games in the country, will be taking place January 17, 2021 in the beautiful city of Miami, Florida at Traz Powell Stadium "The Mecca."

This high-energy, high-impact game, will showcase some of the best high school athletes that Florida and Georgia have to offer.

"Having covered all the original Florida vs Georgia games through the years, you tend to remember the players and coaches who made these games what they were. You look back 20 to 30 years ago and see some of the greats who have played and participated in this event go on and make waves in the league," says Larry Blustein, Director of the Florida vs Georgia.

He adds, "Often I talk to football players who took part in this game decades ago and all of them have such fond memories. Past and present players have always seen this game as their chance to compete against some of the best football talent in the country."

For decades, this game has brought out legendary coaches and the top high-school football prospects from the states of Florida and Georgia. A few prestigious all-star game alumni include Emmitt Smith, Sammie Smith, Fred Taylor, Derrick Brooks, Marquette Smith, Deion Sanders, Garrison Hearst, Hines Ward, Champ Bailey, and Andre Hastings.

Tickets to attend the most prestigious game in the south, must be purchased in advance at https://www.flvsgagame.com/.

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The Florida vs Georgia All-Star Football Game presented by DRV PNK, a game set to host one of the most premier all-star high school football games in the country, will be taking place January 17, 2021 in the beautiful city of Miami, Florida at Traz Powell Stadium "The Mecca."

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

Platinum Deluxe cosmetics introduces the Platinum Collection

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Platinum Deluxe® cosmetics introduces an eight-piece Platinum Collection which was co-created with Shmuel Ovadia, founder of The Platinum Deluxe®, to celebrate beauty rituals inspired by the transformative quality of crystals. Jennifer T pioneered The Platinum Deluxe as a community dedicated to creating everyday magic for the modern mystic.

Inspired by the healing women in her neighborhood, Jennifer T created a space to teach her followers about the inner workings of modern witchcraft, adding a touch of Platinum Deluxe® skin care to an otherwise bland and misunderstood market. Designed to bring her beauty approach to life, a Platinum Collection was created to coincide with each product. From glowing in the Advanced Biology range, Radiance and Anti-aging collections as well as Skin Caviar to the new Platinum rage.

Each piece is infused with Platinum to enhance and finish their skin-perfecting regime with Anti-Aging Eye Cream.

Platinum Lux Eye Cream will intensely hydrate the delicate skin around the eyes. Ingredients include 24K Gold and Platinum, an antioxidant known for its ability to reduce inflammation and free-radical damage.

Platinum Lux Instant Face Lift is our revolutionary formula to turn back the clock. Instantly you will see improvements in fine lines, wrinkles, and puffiness, as well as tightening and lifting of sagging skin. You will look refreshed and rejuvenated and it takes one minute to begin seeing the results.

Platinum Lux Vitamin C Cream is a daily facial lotion with ingredients designed to promote your skin's natural health. Ultra-effective and lightweight in order to be enjoyed by all skin types. Abundance from natural sources including Vitamin C, 24K Gold, and antioxidants for greater potency & visible results

Platinum Lux Collagen Cream will have a powerful anti-aging effect as lines and wrinkles are reduced. This is a versatile cream for day or night. Using the Collagen Cream together with the Collagen Serum will help keep your skin feeling soft, firm, and always looking fresh. Recommended for daily use.

Customers can shop luxury skincare products at Platinum Deluxe® cosmetics. Find the best luxury and designer skincare products to fit your beauty. Customers can shop online at Platinum Deluxe® cosmetics.

To learn more, visit: https://platinumdelux.com/

Platinum Deluxe® cosmetics introduces an eight-piece Platinum Collection which was co-created with Shmuel Ovadia, founder of The Platinum Deluxe®, to celebrate beauty rituals inspired by the transformative quality of crystals. Jennifer T pioneered The Platinum Deluxe as a community dedicated to creating everyday magic for the modern mystic.

Related link: https://platinumdelux.com/

Brent Grablachoff Discusses What Makes Miami Dolphins Kicker Jason Sanders so Consistent

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Brent Grablachoff, Owner of Kicking World, a program for high school football kickers to improve their skills and earn college scholarships, recently interviewed one of his most successful students, Dolphins kicker Jason Sanders.

Jason Sanders has been working with Coach Brent Grablachoff since they first met during Jason's junior year of high school. The pair have stuck together over the years refining Sanders craft through college and today as a professional football player. Whether in Brent's camp in Austin during the offseason, or conducting video analysis virtually during the NFL season, it has made Sanders one of the top young kickers in the NFL today.

"He's unlike any other kicker I've coached before. No matter the situation he doesn't get up and he doesn't get down; he stays right in the middle, which allows him to focus on the process and not worry so much about the outcome," said Brent Grablachoff, owner of Kicking World.

During the podcast, which can be heard on DolphinsTalk.com, Brent Grablachoff discusses Jason's training regime and about his mental makeup, which allowed him to have incredible success, setting numerous records amongst NFL kickers this season. The outlook is that once his rookie contract expires next year, Jason will be in line for a very large deal.

Podcast link: https://dolphinstalk.com/2020/12/10/dolphinstalk-podcast-brent-grablachoff-talks-about-working-with-jason-sanders/amp/

Jason Sanders records this year include earning back-to-back AFC Special Teams Player of the Month honors - in October and November of 2020 - and connecting for a perfect 5 for 5 field goals in two different games this season already. Jason also currently holds an active NFL kicking record for the most consecutive field goals made over 50 yards this season.

About Kicking World

Kicking World hosts over 40 football kicking, punting and snapping camps in 30 cities and 22 states, in addition to year-round private instruction for pro, college, high school and youth specialists. The emphasis is on quality instruction, a high coach to student ratio, and improving performance of football kickers. Learn more: https://www.kickingworld.com/

About Brent Grablachoff

Brent Grablachoff is the Owner and Head Coach of Kicking World, providing year-round kicking lessons in Texas. He conducts most of his sessions out of Austin, Texas and also travels to over 70% of their nationwide kicking camps. Brent is the author of the "Complete Guide to Kicking" and "Step by Step Guide to Punting" DVD series. He also launched an app and wrote a book, all related to football kicking. Learn more at: https://www.kickingworld.com/staff/brent-grablachoff/

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Brent Grablachoff, Owner of Kicking World, a program for high school football kickers to improve their skills and earn college scholarships, recently interviewed one of his most successful students, Dolphins kicker Jason Sanders.

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

Papa Inc. Adds Reliance to Its Growing List of Medicare Advantage Plans to Provide ‘Family on Demand’ to Their HMO Population

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Papa Inc, the leading technology-enabled platform for companionship & assistance for older adults & families, today announced it has been selected by Reliance Medicare Advantage to provide services beginning January 1, 2021 to their Michigan HMO population in order to enhance their quality of life through the eradication of social isolation and loneliness.

Papa has created a new category of care through technology by turning a large supply of talent (students, stay-at-home parents and young professionals) into a new category of provider that Papa calls "Pals."

As a partner, Papa will provide Reliance HMO members a program that bridges the gap between generations and offers seniors a unique at-home experience that can enrich their lives and combat feelings of isolation and loneliness.

Papa "Pals" can provide help with:

* Companionship - Whether it is board games, great conversation, or just enjoying each other's company, Papa provides valuable interactions either virtually or in-person;

* Transportation - Whether it is door to door, or door through door, Papa provides transportation to medical appointments, volunteer or work engagements, the grocery store, or even a visit to the park for a change of scenery;

* Technology Assistance - Papa Pals can assist with technology such as cell phones, computers and tablets to make sure members are staying connected to family and friends;

* Light Chores - Changing seasons can bring opportunity for Papa Pals to assist with light chores around the home such as gardening, snow removal, food preparation

"Loneliness and social isolation have many negative effects on older adults, including issues associated with the lack of transportation, independence and technical savvy," said Founder and CEO Andrew Parker. "National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) explains that more than one-third of adults aged 45 and older feel lonely, and nearly one-fourth of adults aged 65 and older are considered to be socially isolated. Considering the Census Bureau data that there will be 78 million people 65 and older by year 2035 compared to 76.7 million under the age of 18, we have an immediate responsibility to provide solutions that will result in positive long-term effects like lowering medical costs and improving their quality of life for this beloved population."

"Reliance chose Papa for their unique task-driven companionship services and mission to support families throughout the aging journey," said Jacob Nysson, Reliance COO. "We look forward to working with Papa to further evaluate our ageing members' needs and providing services to address those needs."

About Reliance

As Michigan's only doctor owned Medicare Advantage plans, Reliance Medicare Advantage is proud to provide southeastern Michigan residents on Medicare with a different kind of healthcare plan. For more information, visit: https://www.reliancemedicareadvantage.org/.

About Papa Inc

Papa is a platform of curated companions that provide support and assistance to older adults and families nationwide. Papa was founded in 2017 in Miami, FL. For more information, visit: https://www.joinpapa.com/.

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Papa Inc, the leading technology-enabled platform for companionship & assistance for older adults & families, today announced it has been selected by Reliance Medicare Advantage to provide services beginning January 1, 2021 to their Michigan HMO population in order to enhance their quality of life through the eradication of social isolation and loneliness.

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

First-Ever Superhero Rap Artist Releases Hilarious Video for Debut Single ‘The Official Adventures of Superhoe’ Just in Time for Halloween

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Available now on all major streaming services, the amazing debut single and accompanying video for 'The Official Adventures of Superhoe' by one of the most exciting new artists in all of hip-hop, Superhoe.

The Miami Beach-based rapper is the ultimate symbol of confidence and charisma. Flaunting a provocative rap style, sparkling risqué costume, and trademark sense of humor, Superhoe is a hero out to save the world with foul-mouthed energy and a sexually dominant delivery.

"Hip-hop artists and superheroes have more in common than you might expect," says Superhoe's manager, Alex Miranda. "It's all about building a larger than life persona and entertaining people."

About The Song

A celebration of the perverted secret identities of pop culture's most well-known superheroes, cartoon characters, and legends, the spectacular new single 'The Official Adventures of Superhoe' is a rowdy Halloween anthem encouraging all people to be unapologetic with their sexuality and love their inner hoe.

Inspired by Funkdoobiest's 1995 song 'Superhoes,' the track showcases infectious lyrics over hard-hitting hi-hats, heavy bass and boasts a highly quotable chorus belted out by Superhoe. Her signature trap sound is already receiving worldwide play and is bound to be compared to the current crop of powerhouse femcees Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, and Doja Cat.

About The Video

'The Official Adventures of Superhoe' arrives alongside an iconic music video made by Upon Design, who's produced imaginative content for top media companies such as CBS, Warner Bros, and Nickelodeon. Premiering exclusively on YouTube, the wild, new visual features hysterical appearances by everyone from Spider-Man and Wonder Woman, to Mickey Mouse and Cinderella - even the 1989 Batmobile shows up! The fierce Superhoe is seen delivering sultry dance moves inside her colorful secret hideout whose front door is a pulsating multidimensional portal.

With her debut release, Superhoe will undoubtedly impress fans and critics alike, and with new music coming soon, she's destined to become an internet superhero.

One of the first questions asked by many prospective Superhoe fans - or Hoes, as they are so lovingly called - is where exactly Superhoe comes from.

Critical Praise for Superhoe

"Visually incredible and blessed with endless nostalgia-fueled fun, Superhoe's music video is destined to become a viral hit." - True Tale Productions, Winner Of Two Daytime Emmy Awards.

"...lyrics would make Stan Lee proud. Fanboys and girls are going to love it." - Upon Design, Creative Agency For CBS, Warner Bros, and Nickelodeon.

"Everything about this song feels grand. It could soundtrack a strip club and comic book convention with equal precision. Undeniably a hip-hop masterpiece." - Miami-Dade Underground Radio.

About Superhoe

Raised on the seductive island of Miami Beach, enterprising stripper Hollie Ween's life was forever changed when she blessed an ancient wizard a mind-blowing lap dance on Halloween night. The drunken sorcerer was so pleased, he gifted Hollie with a magic gold amulet and instructed her to say the name 'Superhoe.' Hollie was struck by a sudden bolt of freak energy and transformed into the Hottest Rapper In The Multiverse-Superhoe! In her magically empowered form, Superhoe is virtually indestructible, able to fly and can generate magic spells that enhance desire and sexual pleasure. With her new superpowers, Hollie's entrepreneurial mind went into overdrive.

Superheroes can't fight crime and save lives around the clock. Sometimes they need a place to go to get away from it all, a place where they can relax and do the things they want to do. In the entire Multiverse, that place is the secret hideout Superhoe's. An ultra-exclusive lounge and high-energy nightclub, Superhoe's lavish decor, dynamic lighting, and striking architecture, offers its guests a hedonistic entertainment experience unsurpassed in this universe or beyond.

Watch 'The Official Adventures of Superhoe' and stay tuned for more from Superhoe!

LISTEN HERE: https://linktr.ee/superhoe

Keep Up with Superhoe

Official Music Video (Explicit): https://youtu.be/kL016l8Ljz4

Website: https://superhoe.com/

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/superhoe_69/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/superhoe_69/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@superhoe_69

YouTube (MATURE CONTENT): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQr1ZGm9PIHgCgK_hlNQABw

SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-318145825

Press Photos

Superhoe Photos - https://www.dropbox.com/sh/hpvkkjr6k4i2qo8/AAD8a5WXDxg-GwELfDOh0clwa?dl=0

Cover Artwork - https://www.dropbox.com/s/3mflgwp8tn6z3yj/SUPERHOE.jpg?dl=0

Media Or Partnership Opportunities With Superhoe

Alex Miranda
Upon Design
superhoe.email@gmail.com

Available now on all major streaming services, the amazing debut single and accompanying video for 'The Official Adventures of Superhoe' by one of the most exciting new artists in all of hip-hop, Superhoe. (MATURE)

Related link: https://superhoe.com/

DIGITAL LOVE by Physician and Musician V. Tiarrá Released Highlighting Relationships In The Digital Age

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- R&B Fusion Artist V. Tiarrá just released her newest hit video for her single, "Digital Love," just as her prior single, "Batter Up," a lyrical critique to the many issues U.S. Citizens face as politicians "politick" and use their constituents for their own political power, was featured at the 2020 Democratic Party of Miami-Dade's Blue Gala.

In the rhythmic "Digital Love," V. Tiarrá, wants to spread her message that although technology is a popular and common means of connecting in this digital age, it may in fact make us more distant. Instead of being able to obtain true connection from other people, we are often left asking questions to artificial intelligence. V. Tiarrá playfully asks throughout the song, "Siri, do you love me?".

In the just released, colorful and fun "Digital Love" music video, V. Tiarrá makes her point of (dis)connection through the journey of dating using an online dating app. Online dating can be a serious rollercoaster of highs and lows of technology's psychological effects, which are oftentimes programmed to toy with our minds for greater devotion and alliance to the "method" and "application" made to find your true love.

Telling the story of a typical relationship, V. Tiarrá goes on to highlight the ups and downs and darker side of online dating. She speaks to the quickly changing beginning and end where "just like magic...when the stars and the moon will show love....All I need is connection / some real love in this digital world" highlights the height of emotions and hope, until paranoia and disappointment leads to "Siri, do you love me / You used to act like you kinda cared / But now there's no love for me... Siri, do you love me / if you do, would you let me know."

According to Pew Research, 30% of U.S. Adults say they have used an online dating site or app. 45% of users felt more frustrated than the 28% that reported feeling more hopeful. All the while, 60% of women aged 18-34 say someone on a dating site or app continued to contact them after they said they were not interested, while 57% of these women report being sent a sexually explicit message or image they didn't ask for.

V. Tiarrá's lyrics hit home when she asks of 'Siri' early in the song "How about a little affection / A soft touch in this cold, hard world", and shortly thereafter follows up with "People just want attention / By any means / Just give them a mention" where she questions our alliance, ego and relationships as we trade our health, safety and mental health, for "pics on the gram" and "social distance in the club / masks off" all the while having "Siri on the table /That's love."

V. Tiarrá critically questions our society and dating norms where perfection and lofty goals dominate mindset, and everyone is easily disposed of with a simple swipe. Many, within the online dating community, give mere seconds to connect, rather than the hours, days and weeks genuine relationships take to form.

V. Tiarrá as a physician and healthcare professional can understand the complex and long-term effects of new technology. She wants to bring light to the many cultural and societal issues prevalent in today's digital world.

If you or someone you know is in need of mental health services and doesn't know where to start you are not alone. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 800-273-8255, is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and SAMHSA Treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7, is available Monday-Friday 8 am-8 pm EST.

V. Tiarrá has been featured in countless publications, including but not limited to, Newsbreak, The North Dallas Gazette, The Sun-Sentinel, Medium, The Hype Magazine, Sawgrass Sun and Rive Video. Further, V. Tiarrá partners with Headcount, a non-partisan organization that uses the power of music to register voters and promote participation in democracy.

V. Tiarrá Event Dates

9/10/2020 - Digital Love Music Video Official Release

10/24/2020 - Women are Powerful Digital Social

Event info: https://www.facebook.com/V.Tiarra/events/

V. Tiarrá Bio

V. Tiarrá came to life in 2018. She found her way back to music after a long break, by first pursuing a career in medicine as a physician. She currently works as a Medical Director practicing in South Florida where she can support her hometown and current community. Music has helped V. Tiarrá heal from illness, and helped her find her true inner voice. Her style is a smart and soulful R&B/hip hop/pop mix. V. Tiarrá loves to write lyrics that reflect on the social conditions of the world, ranging from politics, money, feminism, to love. She was born and raised in South Florida.

Please get in touch with V. Tiarrá through Drew@AllyBeeDesign.com for upcoming events, interviews and opportunities for collaboration.

Join VTiarrá's Fan Club by subscribing on VTiarra.com for upcoming events, song releases, music videos, and merchandise.

Learn more: https://www.vtiarra.com/

Follow @V.Tiarra on Social Media: Facebook / Instagram / YouTube

V. Tiarrá Electronic Press Kit EPK: https://www.sonicbids.com/band/v-tiarra/

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R&B Fusion Artist V. Tiarrá just released her newest hit video for her single, "Digital Love", just as her prior single, "Batter Up," a lyrical critique to the many issues U.S. Citizens face as politicians "politick" and use their constituents for their own political power, was featured at the 2020 Democratic Party of Miami-Dade's Blue Gala.

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

Lotsa Helping Hands and Papa Partner as Senior and Patient In-Home Care Faces New Challenges During COVID

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Papa and Lotsa Helping Hands, two companies dedicated to providing seniors and patients living at home with support and caregiving assistance, are ensuring that these individuals continue to have the support they need amidst the pandemic's impact on the ability of working caregivers to stay at home.

A recent study from CMS shows that 1/3 of employees have left a position to care for a loved one as the duties of caregiving became too burdensome. This issue was recently highlighted by the New York Times and Washington Post as COVID-19 leads to increased demands on working caregivers.

"The level of effort it takes to care for a loved one with a medical condition or who is aging is tremendous. Caregivers go to heroic lengths, and the support of family, friends, and community that Lotsa facilitates is essential," says Matt McCabe, Managing Director of Lotsa Helping Hands. "But even that cannot cover all the needs. Compassionate third-party help is essential as well, and that is why we are thrilled about this partnership with Papa to support caregivers, patients, and seniors holistically."

Lotsa Helping Hands is a web and mobile application that allows caregivers to easily coordinate caregiving tasks and communication with other individuals providing support for their loved one. When supplemental support is needed for key tasks, caregivers can now lean on Papa's network to provide reliable, compassionate service.

Papa's program is fueled by students referred to as Papa Pals. They provide companionship, light house chores, transportation, and technology assistance. Through this partnership, the "Pals" are performing a number of tasks to support the needs of caregivers on the Lotsa Helping Hands platform. Tasks include ordering groceries and refilling prescriptions, cooking meals, helping members with non-essential and medical appointment transportation, and providing companionship as an extension of the Lotsa Helping Hands caregiving community.

During these uncertain times, Papa and Lotsa Helping Hands are uniting to ensure that seniors and patients continue to receive the caregiving support they need, even as COVID is pulling caregivers out of the home. Seniors and patients are particularly vulnerable to the impact of COVID from a health perspective but meeting social and emotional needs is equally important and a vital factor in physical health as well.

About Papa

Papa - Family On-Demand is a Miami startup that provides assistance and companionship to older adults and families throughout Florida, Mississippi, Tennessee, Arkansas, Louisiana, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina, Virginia, California, Texas, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, and Kansas. Papa launched their service in January of 2018.

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/join_papa

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

About Lotsa Helping Hands

Lotsa Helping Hands is dedicated to helping family, friends and communities support individuals in need of assistance while living at home. Patients often have difficulty asking for help, whether through embarrassment or simple inability. Caregivers are overwhelmed and the traditional methods of organizing via phone calls, email or text is onerous. Volunteers--friends, family, and community groups--want to help but often do not know what is needed. Lotsa addresses this need through a tech-enabled care calendar that allows caregivers to easily coordinate caregiving responsibilities such as transportation, meal preparation, visitation, medication compliance, and home maintenance across family, friends, and healthcare professionals.

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

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Papa and Lotsa Helping Hands, two companies dedicated to providing seniors and patients living at home with support and caregiving assistance, are ensuring that these individuals continue to have the support they need amidst the pandemic's impact on the ability of working caregivers to stay at home.

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

Aclaró AI’s Carzi Product Helps Increase Car Transactions Amidst COVID-19

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aclaró AI, the fast-growing startup that specializes in the science of personalized experiences, is helping drivers more easily purchase new vehicles through its new Carzi application. Amidst COVID-19, Carzi is an outstanding tool that help consumers get a granular look at a vehicle that interests them. With that data in hand, customers can obtain the confidence they need to make a purchase.

Encouraging Signs Amidst Economic Uncertainty

COVID-19 has been one of the most disruptive events in recent memory. Yet even among massive medical and financial uncertainty, new car sales have started to bounce back. According to a report from Auto Finance News, we are starting to see increases in new car transaction prices. Since the peak of the crisis in March, we are also starting to see automaker revenue increases for the first time.

The world economy certainly isn't back to pre-COVID levels, yet these numbers signal hope for automakers in these troubling times. Consumers throughout the world are more likely to invest in a new vehicle. That being said, these consumers are still being extremely cautious. They want to make sure that they are getting a high-quality vehicle at the most competitive prices.

Aclaró's New Carzi Product: Creating Substantial Value for Consumers

This is where Aclaró AI comes in. Aclaró AI's new Carzi product was specifically designed to help increase auto sales during these tumultuous times.

Consumers can think of Carzi as their knowledgeable guide to virtually any vehicle on the market today. To put it simply, Carzi provides a wealth of information to the consumer enabling them to check a wide range of facts about a specific vehicle.

For instance, to start, Carzi gives consumers an accurate value of a vehicle. In today's economic climate, most car buyers are being much more cautious. They want to ensure that they aren't overpaying for a vehicle even if they love it. Whether or not the customer decides to negotiate, this price a great starting point.

Along with accurate pricing data, Carzi lets consumers access a vehicle's entire service history. This is a huge benefit for consumers. Instead of jumping from dealer to dealer to retrieve the vehicle's history, Carzi users can obtain all of that data with one touch. Carzi is an essential tool to help buyers avoid vehicles with a poor service history. The complete service information can inform their decision to purchase and empower their negotiations with the seller.

These are just two ways that Carzi provides substantial value to consumers. Living in these trying times, consumers are seeking confidence and security. They want to make sure that they are getting the most value possible - especially when making such a large purchase.

Carzi is yet another Aclaró AI product for both dealerships and consumers. Regardless of market circumstances, Carzi will continue to help auto consumers make better and more informed decisions.

About Aclaró AI

Aclaró AI is a technology company that creates customer-centric software for auto dealerships and auto lenders. Through cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology, Aclaró AI's customers can grow their sales, mitigate their loan risk, obtain a higher return on investment, and grow their bottom lines. Aclaró AI is especially focused on leveling the playing field for smaller auto dealerships, as they often don't have the same opportunities, resources, or financial backing as larger enterprises.

To learn more about how Aclaró AI can help your auto dealership or auto lending firm, please visit https://aclaro.ai/. There, you will find a detailed description of Aclaró's technology and how the company provides value to numerous auto dealerships and auto lending firms.

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Aclaró AI, the fast-growing startup that specializes in the science of personalized experiences, is helping drivers more easily purchase new vehicles through its new Carzi application. Amidst COVID-19, Carzi is an outstanding tool that help consumers get a granular look at a vehicle that interests them.

Related link: https://aclaro.io/

Aclaró AI Announces Data Lake API That Directly Integrates Into the CDK Platform

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Aclaró AI, the fast-growing startup that specializes in the science of personalized experiences, is announcing a new product, The Aclaró Data Lake, which integrates directly with auto dealers' CDK platforms.

Leveraging this Data Lake and CDK integration, developers from around the world can create valuable apps to enable auto dealers mitigate risk and capture new revenue opportunities. With all of this data at their fingertips, dealers and developers will now provide even more value to their customers.

Unlocking Additional Value from One of the Most Popular Dealer Management Systems

CDK is known to be one of the most popular and important vendors in the auto dealer community. According to some estimates, 8,000 dealerships run the CDK dealer management system ("DMS") platform. Small and large dealerships take advantage of real-time data and valuable tools to streamline and grow their businesses.

Using Aclaró's Data Lake interfaces ("APIs"), dealerships and developers can now accelerate new application development on the CDK platform. You can think of this new integration as similar to the Apple App Store. The Apple App Store has generated countless apps that have created immeasurable value for Apple users. The Aclaró Data Lake will do the same for CDK users.

In this context, developers will create apps that pull data directly from the CDK Data Lake. The process is seamless and intuitive, giving developers and dealerships the power of Big Data and Aclaró's AI Engines to develop new applications. They will develop fast-to-market solutions that give clients the services and solutions that they need. In less than four weeks, a two developer team created a full Customer Loyalty System that delivers fully One-to-One personalized offers and coupons to dealership customers.

Aclaró provides more than 80 APIs to manage the data lake of augmented DMS data. This includes everything from customers and pricing to inventory and service. Dealers and developers also get access to Aclaró's API engines, which let dealers access opportunities like setting variable pricing. Dealers can even include this engine in a web interaction, to capitalize on impulse purchases.

Benefiting Dealerships and Customers

This integration between CDK and Aclaró is a win-win for dealerships and customers alike. For starters, the new integration enables dealerships to leverage the power of artificial intelligence. CDK can implement APIs that can bring the very best third-party developers to dealerships' doorsteps. Dealerships can also overcome legal hurdles and subpar third-party vendors that compromise customer data. In other words, it helps enables dealerships to avoid those aggressive third-party suppliers who offer aggressive, limited, and subpar solutions.

Along with this, Aclaró's new product results in a better end experience for customers. They will see a custom and personalized experience, whether they are searching for a new car or are simply looking for routine auto service. The robust developer community will create applications that improve nearly every aspect of the customer experience.

Doing business in an increasingly competitive market, dealerships will use Aclaró's new product to help their businesses grow. It is a huge step forward for car dealerships, as it opens the doors to all kinds of exciting possibilities on the CDK platform. Whether dealers want to increase sales, develop better customer relationships, or better manage their schedules and workflows, Aclaró's new product can certainly get the job done. It provides a granular look at dealership operations, which can will allow for better planning and decision-making.

About Aclaró

Aclaró AI is a technology company that creates customer-centric software for auto dealerships and auto lenders. Through cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology, Aclaró customers can grow their sales, mitigate their loan risk, obtain a higher return on investment, and grow their bottom lines. Aclaró is especially focused on leveling the playing field for smaller auto dealerships, as they often don't have the same opportunities, resources, or financial backing as larger enterprises.

To learn more about how Aclaró can help your auto dealership or auto lending firm, feel free to visit Aclaró's website at https://aclaro.ai/. There, you will find a detailed description of Aclaró's technology and how the company provides value to auto dealerships and auto lending firms. Or click here to learn more: http://www.calendly.com/aclaro

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Aclaró AI, the fast-growing startup that specializes in the science of personalized experiences, is announcing a new product, The Aclaró Data Lake, which integrates directly with auto dealers' CDK platforms.

Related link: https://aclaro.io/

Nationwide auto transportation firm releases new case study highlighting company’s award-winning services

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- A new case study from a top U.S. vehicle transporter details the rapid rise of RCC Auto Transport, one of the largest and most trusted providers of auto transportation and car shipping services in the country.

RCC Auto Transport, LTD employed the services of an outside firm to create a six-page case study detailing industrial trends and the company's 17-year history specializing in vehicle transportation and consultation services within the shipping industry.

The conclusion: RCC's success hinges on the company's unparalleled ability to build and maintain lasting business relationships while delivering superior customer service.

RCC Auto Transport, the 8th fastest growing business in the state of Florida according to Crain's Business, has grown to become one of the largest auto transporters in the country thanks to relationships with major clients like North American Van Lines, Allied Van Lines, Graebel van Lines, Move Management, Unigroup, Mayflower, and United Van Lines, Volkswagen, General Motors, and Chrysler. Clients also include a wide range of new and used car dealerships, auction organizers, auto financing companies, and individual car owners.

To accommodate their growth, the company recently expanded its portfolio of services to include premium retail service while improving their website and their business-to-business platform, Miles Ahead.

RCC Auto Transport Ltd has been recognized with numerous awards, including the prestigious Patriot Award in 2020 in recognition of the team's commitment to serving as a Military Support Employer.

The report's conclusion: RCC Auto Transport is a reliable car transport service provider that can be trusted to ship vehicles to the customers' desired destination, with responsive customer service along the way.

"RCC Auto Transport LTD is a remarkable company and a tenacious shipping industry player," the case study reports. "Their achievements in the auto transport industry have made them pacesetters with amazing contributions."

RCC Auto Transport, located at 20340 NE 15th Ct. in Miami, maintains the expertise and equipment to move a wide range of vehicle types owned by individuals or companies, from sedans to trucks and from RVs to commercial vehicles. The company can move vehicles to a new home across the country or for college students attending out-of-state universities, military relocations, snowbirds, and online car buyers looking for door-to-door auto transport of new and used car purchases, with the option for enclosed moves for antique vehicles.

The company is licensed, bonded, and insured, operating under U.S. DOT NO. 2247043 and MC #717985.

To request an instant quote for transportation services online any time of day or night, go to https://rccautotransport.com/get-an-instant-quote.

Learn more about RCC Auto Transport LTD at https://rccautotransport.com

A new case study from a top U.S. vehicle transporter details the rapid rise of RCC Auto Transport, one of the largest and most trusted providers of auto transportation and car shipping services in the country.

Related link: https://rccautotransport.com/

New How-to Guide Provides Key Tips for South Florida Home Sellers During COVID-19

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The All Florida Home Team, powered by Keller Williams Realty, has published a guide that dispels concerns and misconceptions around selling a home in South Florida during the pandemic. The "Guide to Selling Your Home During COVID-19" shows sellers why now is actually the best time to make a move.

Real estate agents, Denise Madan and Joel Freis, of the All Florida Home Team, wrote this guide for people who are sitting on the fence wondering whether this is a good time to sell or not.

Madan has more than 20 years' experience in the real estate industry and says that, "Anyone who is seriously considering selling within a year - now is the time to do it. Don't wait. Short sales and foreclosures are likely on the horizon."

Freis, who also has 20 years' experience, agrees and says that the, "South Florida real estate market is absolutely on fire right now. We're seeing quick sales and multiple offers over asking price."

Madan and Freis wrote this guide to help sellers better navigate selling a home during the pandemic. The guide addresses topics such as how to ramp up virtual tours including designing 3D open houses; staging; safety; inspections; pricing; and more.

The All Florida Home Team sells, on average, 100 homes per year and is confident that this guide will answer many questions homeowners have right now.

"We're selling homes and closing deals while adhering to all the safety rules regarding COVID-19," Madan says. "We want to ensure people feel comfortable and we hope this guide will help to alleviate any fears they may have."

Get the free guide to selling a home during COVID-19 here: https://www.allfloridahometeam.com/guide-to-selling-your-home-during-covid-19-2

About Denise Madan

Madan's experience in the public relations business contributed to her passion for helping others and has fueled her entrepreneurial spirit. She is committed to helping people find their dream home.

About Joel Freis

Freis is a Miami native. He is intimately familiar with all of South Florida. He specializes in selling luxury and bank-owned homes.

For more information about the All Florida Home Team: https://www.allfloridahometeam.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/denisemadan

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The All Florida Home Team, powered by Keller Williams Realty, has published a guide that dispels concerns and misconceptions around selling a home in South Florida during the pandemic. The "Guide to Selling Your Home During COVID-19" shows sellers why now is actually the best time to make a move.

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

Dual Physician and Musician V. Tiarrá Performs ‘Batter Up’ at Miami-Dade Democrats 2020 Blue Gala

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- R&B Fusion Artist V. Tiarrá was a featured performer/artist at the 2020 Blue Gala hosted by the Miami-Dade Democratic Party. Just as she is releasing her next new song, "Digital Love," V. Tiarrá performed "Batter Up" an ode to the many societal and social issues US Citizens face, while politicians "politick" and use their constituents for their own political power, financial gain and divisiveness of their own citizens.

V. Tiarrá, Dr. Venis Wilder by day, is a Medical Director in Fort Lauderdale, FL, a Duke University Alumna and Harvard Medical Graduate, she has decided to return to South Florida to serve her community and wants to spread her message: Become active politically, socially and in your community for the change you desire, and don't abandon your rights, especially the right to vote.

"I have always thought of doctoring as something that occurs both inside and outside of the walls of the exam room - many of the health problems patients come to see me about are a result of larger social issues," she says. "So, I feel that sharing messages through music that address these issues is a way to affect a larger number of people than I could see one-on-one in my office."

As a physician on the front lines of battling COVID-19, especially in the current epicenter of South Florida, V. Tiarrá by day is committed to serving her community and patients.

V. Tiarrá has been featured in countless publications, including but not limited to, The Sun-Sentinel, Medium, The Hype Magazine, and Rive Video. Further, V. Tiarrá partners with Headcount, a non-partisan organization that uses the power of music to register voters and promote participation in democracy.

Attend V. Tiarrá's upcoming Labor Day Weekend event, Year of the Woman: Power Hour Celebration, to celebrate the progress, power and further encouragement needed to support the lives and wellbeing of women of color. It's a movement... "Batter Up!"

V. Tiarrá Upcoming Event Dates
9/5/2020 - Year of the Woman: Power Hour Celebration - https://www.facebook.com/events/s/year-of-the-woman-power-hour-c/350758466089341/?ti=icl

V. Tiarrá Bio

V. Tiarrá came to life in 2018. She found her way back to music after a long break, by first pursuing a career in medicine as a physician. She currently works as a Medical Director practicing in South Florida where she can support her hometown and current community. Music has helped V. Tiarrá heal from illness, and helped her find her true inner voice. Her style is a smart and soulful R&B/hip hop/pop mix. V. Tiarrá loves to write lyrics that reflect on the social conditions of the world, ranging from politics, money, feminism, to love. She was born and raised in South Florida.

Please get in touch with V. Tiarrá through Drew@allybeedesign.com for upcoming events, interviews and opportunities for collaboration.

V. Tiarrá Website: https://www.vtiarra.com/

V. Tiarrá Social Media: Facebook /Instagram / YouTube

V. Tiarrá Electronic Press Kit: Sonicbids EPK

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MEDIA CONTACT
Drew Becker, Public Relations Manager
Email: Drew@allybeedesign.com
Call: 717-645-0196
Website: www.allybeedesign.com

R&B Fusion Artist V. Tiarrá was a featured performer/artist at the 2020 Blue Gala hosted by the Miami-Dade Democratic Party. Just as she is releasing her next new song, "Digital Love," V. Tiarrá performed "Batter Up" an ode to the many societal and social issues U.S. Citizens face.

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

Leading U.S. auto transporter launches new vehicle shipping website with ‘instant quote’ feature

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- RCC Auto Transport LTD, a trusted provider of auto transport and car shipping services, has rolled out an "instant quote" option via their newly updated website.

The Miami-based company has been a nationwide leader in shipping vehicles since 2003. Now, the company has introduced a robust new website with simple, easy-to-use web-based and mobile features that take the pain out of the process of moving vehicles to any U.S. destinations.

To receive an instant quote, visitors can simply go to RCC Auto Transport's new user-friendly online form and provide basic information about the vehicle that needs to be moved, including vehicle type, year, make and model.

The simple request form can accommodate a wide range of vehicle types owned by individuals or companies, from sedans to trucks and from RVs to commercial vehicles. They can move vehicles to a new home across the country or for college students attending out-of-state universities, military relocations, snowbirds, and online car buyers looking for door-to-door auto transport of new and used car purchases, with the option for enclosed moves for antique vehicles. They also offer enterprise-level services for corporations looking to transport vehicles.

Once a quote has been submitted, the user will receive an instant quote. Quotes can be requested 24/7 from any desktop or mobile device, with a quote provided in seconds. If a customer chooses to proceed with a move, booking can be completed easily and quickly online, with real time reports and updates throughout the vehicle's move.

"We wanted to harness the power of technology to make a cross-country auto move as easy and seamless as possible from one end to the other," said Shmuel Ovadia, spokesperson for RCC Auto Transport. "Our customers are already reporting that they love our new-and-improved way of requesting quotes and booking services thanks to our attractive new online interface. We look forward to helping many more individuals and enterprises move their vehicles across the U.S. using our new online system."

RCC Auto Transport, located at 20340 NE 15th Ct. in Miami, is fully licensed, bonded, and insured. The company operates under U.S. DOT NO. 2247043 and MC #717985.

Anyone interested in requesting an instant quote for transportation services can do so online any time of day or night at https://rccautotransport.com/get-an-instant-quote/. The company also offers live web chat and a toll-free shipping expert hotline at (877) 873-5512

Learn more about RCC Auto Transport LTD at https://rccautotransport.com/.

RCC Auto Transport LTD, a trusted provider of auto transport and car shipping services, has rolled out an "instant quote" option via their newly updated website.

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Expetitle, a digital title company, has completed a $850,000 fundraising round

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Expetitle, a digital title company and a leader in remote real estate closings, announced today it has completed a $850,000 fundraising round. The investment brings Expetitle's total funding to over $1 million and will help the company aggressively expand its sales and marketing efforts, as well as to continue to develop additional product functionality.

This fundraising round builds on an exceptional start to the year for Expetitle which, despite COVID-19, continues to enjoy fast growth. When the virus hit the US and the real estate world needed to move online, Expetitle had already built a completely virtual remote closing process.

"Expetitle is disrupting the title insurance space from the ground up," said Sean Daly, CEO and co-founder of Expetitle. "We have brought in technologists and industry outsiders and matched them with experienced title agents to create a next generation closing experience. We're excited to be partnering with such an amazing group of real estate and venture capital veterans to grow our vision and expand our business. We believe there is an enormous opportunity to create a new-age title company that solves these problems for all parties involved in the closing."

The round was led by Chilean investment fund Beagle Ventures, who were joined by Caoba Capital, and the Arquitectonica family office. LAB Ventures is also following-on in this round after incubating Expetitle in their Startup Studio.

"We are excited to partner with Expetitle for its strong management team and the incredible market opportunity. We have been impressed with both the product and the organization so far, and know we can bring the expertise to help take Expetitle to the next level," stated Pablo Vicuna and Pedro Cabezon of Beagle Ventures.

About Expetitle:

Founded in January 2019, Expetitle was born out of the LAB Ventures startup studio. Expetitle is a Florida statewide title company that delivers fully digital and hybrid closings through one secure collaborative platform that adds transparency to the entire closing process. Expetitle's mission is to provide a better, transparent closing experience for buyers, sellers, and their agents and brokers. Today's consumer is used to doing everything on their phone in real time, why should buying a home be any different?

To learn more about Expetitle, visit https://www.expetitle.com/.

About Beagle Ventures:

Beagle Ventures invests in technology-based service companies that want to be different, generating value for their clients in a creative, responsible and permanent way.

Expetitle, a digital title company and a leader in remote real estate closings, announced today it has completed a $850,000 fundraising round. The investment brings Expetitle's total funding to over $1 million and will help the company aggressively expand its sales and marketing efforts, as well as to continue to develop additional product functionality.

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

RMA Presents Long-term Strategic Finance Action Plan for North Miami Beach

NORTH MIAMI BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- RMA (www.RMA.us.com) presented their combined 5-Year Strategic Finance Plan and Action Plan for the City of North Miami Beach to the CRA Board on Thursday, June 25. The award-winning consulting firm developed a clear and concise roadmap to prioritize and guide redevelopment in the CRA area. This plan was unanimously approved by the Board.

RMA's presentation detailed long-term development projects within the CRA District and highlighted targeted redevelopment zones for investment, making it easier to allocate resources and implement distinctive branding and marketing campaigns.

A video of the meeting can be viewed at http://www.citynmb.com.

"RMA has done a tremendous job in developing this Actionable Finance Plan," said Esmond Scott, City Manager who also serves as the CRA Executive Director. "Their team focused on the best strategies for revitalizing underutilized areas and tapping into each district's unique potential. Beyond a list of goals, this plan provides a strategic path to success.

Key recommendations in the Plan include:
1. Transformation of the Snake Creek Canal area, capitalizing on its potential to become a regional waterfront amenity.
2. Create a lively urban "main street" along Hanford Blvd/164, which could feature ground floor restaurants, bars, cafes, offices and artists' studios.
3. Expand the current mural program, and more aggressively identify locations for murals and public art to enhance cultural community pride and diversity.
4. Encourage the City to continue assisting local businesses and take advantage of the mom & pop business cluster north of the canal while adopting incentive programs specific to further the redevelopment of this area.
5. Create a bold and beautiful Civic Commons atmosphere with a grand Boulevard or promenade in the area which currently predominantly features governmental institutions, a theater, offices and schools.
6. Attract private investment to transform underutilized parcels and industrial space into a future industrial arts area with maker's spaces and repurposed co-working spaces.
7. Develop a complete streets initiative along 163rd Corridor to create an area that invites residents to stroll the neighborhood.

"These are just a few of the recommendations featured in the plan that RMA presented to the Board," said Sharon McCormick, RMA's Director of Business Attraction & Marketing. "We are honored to be part of the City's team in revitalizing this dynamic community, and we look forward to implementing the next steps."

RMA has partnered with the City on multiple initiatives over the course of the last several years including economic development and incentive strategies, planning & zoning, and marketing & branding. One of RMA's most remarkable achievements for North Miami Beach was the Land Use and Zoning Amendments, which led to the City's tax base increasing by 17% in one year city-wide and by 46% in the CRA District. RMA also developed the recent North Miami Beach Recovery and Resilience Plan, which focused on the best strategies for moving forward economically from the COVID-19 crisis.

About RMA:

Founded in 2009 by Kim Briesemeister and Chris Brown, RMA is comprised of a phenomenal team of leading experts in economic development, real estate for governments, marketing, urban design and financial analysis. RMA, headquartered in Pompano Beach, Florida is a highly experienced, full-service economic redevelopment consulting and management firm, specializing in revitalizing core areas and corridors for cities, counties and special districts nationwide. The co-founders are also the authors of one of the definitive books about city redevelopment, "Reinventing Your City: 8 Steps to Turn Your City Around."

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Kay@KRPRmediagroup.com
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RMA presented their combined 5-Year Strategic Finance Plan and Action Plan for the City of North Miami Beach to the CRA Board on Thursday, June 25. The award-winning consulting firm developed a clear and concise roadmap to prioritize and guide redevelopment in the CRA area. This plan was unanimously approved by the Board.

Related link: http://www.rma.us.com/

Technology Breaks the Distance Learning Barrier for Disabled Students

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Today Pneuma Solutions launched a free service that redefines the way students with special needs are provided instructional materials. Based on Pneuma's Augmented Document Remediation technology, Scribe for Education allows teachers in K-12 to upload image files to a secure cloud service that provides near real time conversion to a variety of text and audio formats like Braille, large print, and MP3 for use by disabled students. The service fills an essential gap as school districts flip from traditional classrooms to distance learning programs.

"Students with disabilities have trouble accessing printed school materials in a timely manner under the best of circumstances," says Mike Calvo, founder and CEO of Pneuma Solutions. "With so many of us teaching from home during the pandemic, technologies that convert documents into special formats need to be available with no need for complicated training. I want to use our technology in a way that ensures students with disabilities are not left behind no matter who is educating them."

Themselves blind individuals and trainers of the print impaired, Calvo and lead developer, Matt Campbell, understand the challenges teachers face in accommodating students with disabilities. Under this initiative, teachers and parents can trust the strength of the company's commercial product to help students with special needs keep pace in a way that is free, reliable, and intuitive using nothing more than a web browser.

"To the average person, access to the printed word is taken for granted," says Campbell. "By providing teachers direct access to our cloud-based tools, specially formatted materials can be reproduced, by the teacher or parent, for disabled students at the same time as their nondisabled peers. Scribe for Education can redefine the way they learn."

About Pneuma Solutions

Pneuma Solutions provides access to information for consumers with print disabilities. Using machine learning to render quality results, Pneuma Solutions delivers a package that is affordable and intuitive. With just a few clicks, organizations like educational facilities, municipalities, and businesses large and small across the globe can provide encrypted, accessible information to their print impaired employees and end users without human intervention.

Learn more: https://pneumasolutions.com/

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Today Pneuma Solutions launched a free service that redefines the way students with special needs are provided instructional materials. Based on Pneuma's Augmented Document Remediation technology, Scribe for Education allows teachers in K-12 to upload image files to a secure cloud service that provides near real time conversion.

Related link: https://pneumasolutions.com/

College Students Connect with Older Adults in Miami During Coronavirus Pandemic

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Papa Inc, a Miami-based company that brings college students and older adults together, is providing wellbeing checks for isolated members, in partnership with AvMed.

During the current coronavirus pandemic, state and city governments have ordered social distancing to protect its citizens - especially older adults who may be more susceptible to COVID-19.

The problem with social distancing is the loneliness that comes with it and older adults - the very group we strive to protect - are also the most vulnerable, sometimes needing help shopping, doing household work, and just having someone to talk to.

Papa Inc, a Miami-based company that brings college students and older adults together, is providing wellbeing checks for isolated members, in partnership with AvMed.

The students, referred to as Papa Pals, provide companionship, light house chores, transportation, and technology assistance. During the pandemic, the "Pals" are conducting wellbeing checks to enrolled AvMed members, as well as virtual companionship via the telephone. Tasks include ordering groceries and refilling prescriptions, organizing emergency phone numbers, helping seniors register with telehealth programs, and simply lending an ear.

As part of the AvMed and Papa pilot program, Medicare Advantage members were supplied with up to nine hours of Papa Pal services per month.

A recent AARP study found that there is a 26 percent increased risk of early death due to feelings of loneliness and social isolation.

"Loneliness and social isolation have many negative effects on older adults, including issues associated with the lack of transportation," said Founder and CEO Andrew Parker. "The COVID 19 crisis compounds these effects and our Pals have become a critical resource for members."

Companies like Papa and AvMed make a difference in helping aging seniors by providing necessary options for them to stay nourished and healthy while maintaining their social distance.

About Papa

Papa - Family On-Demand is a Miami startup that provides assistance and companionship to older adults and families throughout Florida, Mississippi, Tennessee, Arkansas, Louisiana, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina, Virginia, California, Texas, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, and Kansas. Papa launched their service in January of 2018.

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/join_papa

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

About AvMed

AvMed is one of Florida's oldest and largest not-for-profit health plans, providing Medicare Advantage coverage in Broward and Miami-Dade counties, Individual and Family coverage in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach, and coverage for Employer Groups in more than 30 counties

Papa Inc, a Miami-based company that brings college students and older adults together, is providing wellbeing checks for isolated members, in partnership with AvMed.

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

Papa Partners with FlexCare to Expand Services to Families

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Papa, a nationwide provider for older adults and families announced today its partnership with FlexCare, LLC to provide employer groups Papa's nationwide services. This partnership allows FlexCare's employer groups to benefit from Papa Pals' companionship, transportation, technology assistance, and light household chores. Papa and FlexCare will start their partnership immediately and continue to alleviate the loneliness epidemic among family members and provide respite to employees.

"Papa is excited to welcome FlexCare to the partnership family as we continue to uplift employees' family members with face-to-face or virtual companionship visits," said Founder and CEO Andrew Parker.

Currently 1 in 6 Americans working full-time or part-time report assisting with the care of an elderly or disabled family member, relative, or friend (*see note 1). In an AARP study, 69% of working caregivers caring for a family member or friend reported they had to rearrange their work schedule, decrease their hours, or take an unpaid leave in order to meet their caregiving responsibilities. In fact, most caregivers experience at least one change in their employment due to caregiving such as cutting back work hours, taking a leave of absence, receiving a warning about performance/attendance, among others (*see note 2).

With Papa and FlexCare working together, the partnership can help improve unmet needs for care and improve access to care for older adults and families. This will also reduce stress and increase well-being for family caregivers who work full-time positions.

FlexCare is excited to partner with Papa in providing caregiver/companionship services to the employer market. We view this as a tremendous opportunity to provide a valuable benefit to employers and their employees, said Principal Lee Shoemake.

According to a recent study from Harvard Business School, businesses are oblivious to the number of employees who are caring for family at home.

It may seem, on the surface, that this is something businesses can just ignore, but in reality, as unemployment is dropping, the number of family caregivers is rising. That's only going to grow more as the cost of health care rises and our population ages. Almost 44 million people are acting as unpaid caregivers in the United States alone.

More than 80% of the employees surveyed said their caregiving duties impacted their work, yet less than 25% of employers felt that caregiving impacted the work of the very same employees.

FlexCare is committed to fulfilling this important employee benefit which will not only assist with reducing absenteeism but also provide a value benefit to each employee and their family members.

About Papa

Papa is a Miami startup that has evolved to Family-OnDemand and provides assistance and companionship to older adults and families throughout Florida, California, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Louisiana, Missouri, Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina, Illinois, and Kansas. Papa launched their service in January of 2018. For more information, visit https://www.joinpapa.com/.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/join_papa

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

About FlexCare

FlexCare, LLC is a leading telehealth provider of online and on-demand healthcare delivery services to private and public employers, associations, brokers, school systems and more. By using telehealth services instead of more expensive urgent care and ER visits, FlexCare, LLC TeleHealth cuts unnecessary costs and keeps members smiling (instead of waiting).

In addition to telemedicine and the Papa Caregiver/Companionship program, FlexCare TeleHealth also provides Dermatology, Behavioral Health and Telespine benefits.

Using their proprietary online administrative system, FlexCare seamlessly provides multiple employee benefits either bundled or unbundled which makes for ease of administration for employers.

Website: http://www.flexcare.com/

Dashboard: https://www.myflexcare.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/FlexCarePlus

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flexcare-telemedicine/?viewAsMember=true

Facebook: https://facebook.com/FlexCarePlus

Instagram: https://instagram.com/FlexCarePlus

Sources:
Note 1: https://www.caregiver.org/caregiver-statistics-work-and-caregiving
Note 2: https://www.aarp.org/content/dam/aarp/ppi/2015/caregiving-in-the-united-states-2015-report-revised.pdf

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Papa, a nationwide provider for older adults and families announced today its partnership with FlexCare, LLC to provide employer groups Papa's nationwide services. This partnership allows FlexCare's employer groups to benefit from Papa Pals' companionship, transportation, technology assistance, and light household chores.

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

Papa Expands Its ‘Family-On Demand’ Services to Competitive Health, Inc.

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Papa, a nationwide provider for older adults and families announced today its partnership with Competitive Health, Inc. (CHI) to provide employer groups and associations across the country with companionship, transportation, technology assistance, and light household chores.

The benefit will go live March 2, 2020 nationwide. This partnership allows CHI's clients and members the peace of mind to stay focused at work, improve job satisfaction, positively impact employee health and wellbeing, and minimize absenteeism.

"We are excited to partner with Competitive Health and give families the support they need throughout the aging journey," said Founder and CEO Andrew Parker. "There are over 40 million caregivers in the US today who also work full-time jobs and we want to give more employees the help they need for their loved ones."

A recent poll found that 56% of caregivers also work full-time jobs. The poll also found that 70% of working caregivers suffer work-related difficulties due to their dual roles.1

"At our company, we want to value caregiver employees and offer support from Papa to lower stress and improve morale at the workplace," said Kimberly Darling, President & CEO of Competitive Health, Inc. "Family comes first and we want our team to know that we fully appreciate and support their needs."

Employers are also affected by the demands of caregiving. Across the U.S absenteeism costs the U.S economy an estimated $25.2 billion in lost productivity. Also, reported in the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Survey, 24% of caregivers caring for a family member or close a relative impacts their work performance and keeps them from working more hours.

About Papa

Papa is a Miami startup that has evolved to Family-OnDemand provides assistance and companionship to senior citizens throughout Florida, California, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, South Carolina, Illinois, and Kansas. Papa launched their service in January of 2018.

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/join_papa

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

About Competitive Health, Inc.

Competitive Health, Inc. is the preeminent supplier of digital health solutions. The firm's direct agreements with the nation's leading digital health solutions, telehealth companies, retail clinics, and PPO networks, position Competitive Health to provide unlimited access and unprecedented savings to clients and members. Competitive Health has saved hundreds of millions of dollars for employer groups, insurance carriers, third-party administrators, affinity groups and exchanges, since 1996.

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

*Sources: https://www.caregiver.org/caregiver-statistics-work-and-caregiving

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Papa, a nationwide provider for older adults and families announced today its partnership with Competitive Health, Inc. (CHI) to provide employer groups and associations across the country with companionship, transportation, technology assistance, and light household chores.

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

North Miami Beach Commissioner Michael Joseph has been selected as a 2020 Miami Times ‘New Generation of Dreamers’

NORTH MIAMI BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Miami Times has selected North Miami Beach Commissioner Michael Joseph, Esq. to join the Class of 2020's "Next Generation of Dreamers." Joseph is being recognized for his leadership in resolving a water billing controversy affecting nearly 200,000 customers throughout Northern Miami-Dade County served by the city's water utility.

The Miami Times featured an interview with Michael Joseph in the 2020 "Next Generation of Dreamers" Special Supplement inserted inside its February 26 issue. The interview describes Commissioner Joseph's upbringing as the "Leader from humble beginnings dreams big" and his efforts to resolve a water billing controversy as his first major action after being elected to the North Miami Beach city commission in November 2018.

The water billing controversy burdened fixed-income households served by the city's water utility with increased water bills and a new monthly pay schedule from the previous quarterly schedule. The water bills were often three or four times higher than before. Water customers were furious. The neighboring city of Miami Gardens sued the city citing unfair practices.

As The Miami Times reports, "He heard the pleas of seniors who couldn't afford their water bills and acted."

Commissioner Joseph explained to The Miami Times that "On Sept. 17, my proposal to restore quarterly billing by NMB Water was approved and adopted."

"This was exciting news and means water bills will effectively decrease throughout the year. The vote lifted a burden for nearly 200,000 customers in Miami Gardens, Aventura, Sunny Isles, and throughout North-Dade whose bills were three or four times that amount," concluded Commissioner Joseph.

Read the complete interview with Commissioner Michael Joseph in The Miami Times here: https://www.miamitimesonline.com/news/michael-joseph-fights-for-the-people-and-wins/article_53404fc6-5970-11ea-bad4-b75b06f83b65.html

Read Commissioner Joseph's article about the resolution to the water billing controversy here: https://www.michaeljosephnmb.com/post/we-did-it-nmb-water-returning-to-quarterly-billing-schedule

About The Miami Times Newspaper:

The Miami Times, the oldest and largest Black newspaper in the South, annually selects and highlights those in our community who display in their daily efforts, qualities that emulate the works of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and other Black History makers. King used his early adulthood to organize ways to improve his community and has inspired millions to imitate or advance his mission.

These "New Generation of Dreamers" are people who use positions and platforms available to them to advance and improve the Black community. Their efforts sometimes fly under the radar of others, which illuminates the selflessness of the tasks they undertake.

Other 2020 Miami Times "Next Generation of Dreamers" include: Former Miami Heat Basketball Power Forward Udonis Haslem, Marketing Executive JaMarlin Martin, Psychiatrist Dr. Delvena Thomas, Filmmaker Elijah Wells, 6-year old oral hygiene advocate MaKynLee Elise, and Beauty Entrepreneur Melanie Fields. The Miami Times website is: https://www.MiamiTimesOnline.com

About Commissioner Michael Joseph, Esq.:

Commissioner Michael Joseph, Esq. is an attorney who champions civil rights and land use cases at the law firm of Galbut Walters and Associates. He is an inaugural member of the 5000 Role Models of Excellence program, a Thurgood Marshall law fellow and group seven commissioner of North Miami Beach, elected in 2018.

For more information or inquiries, visit his website at https://www.MichaelJosephNMB.com

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The Miami Times has selected North Miami Beach Commissioner Michael Joseph, Esq. to join the Class of 2020's "Next Generation of Dreamers." Joseph is being recognized for his leadership in resolving a water billing controversy affecting nearly 200,000 customers throughout Northern Miami-Dade County served by the city's water utility.

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

777 Partners Announces Acquisition of Uown Leasing

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- 777 Partners, a Miami based investment firm, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Uown Leasing ("Uown"), from Shepard Capital Partners. Uown, a lease-to-own company based in Tampa, was founded in 2008.

The company partners with retailers of durable consumer goods to offer a lease-to-own financing product as an alternative to traditional credit. Currently, Uown offers its product in over 450 locations across the United States, with a focus on retailers of furniture, bedding and appliances.

Under the terms of the acquisition, Uown Leasing will combine operations with Mollie Financial, 777 Partners' existing lease-to-own product, and operate solely under the Uown Leasing name going forward. Uown will utilize Mollie Financial's best-in-class technology, including its innovative merchant portal.

"We look forward to expanding Uown into a nationally recognized leader in the lease to own industry, and we think that 777 Partners and Mollie Financial are the ideal partners to fuel explosive growth," says Daniel Klein, the CEO of Uown.

"We are excited to add Uown to 777 Partners' portfolio of consumer finance companies. Daniel and team have a built a market leading platform and we look forward to contributing to the future growth of Uown," says Aaron Levy, Principal at 777 Partners.

About Uown Leasing

Uown Leasing operates lease purchase programs to select furniture and electronics retailers across the United States. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Tampa, Florida. Uown Leasing currently supports dealers operating in over 46 states. For more information, visit https://uownleasing.com/.

About 777 Partners

777 Partners is a Miami-based investment firm focused on a broad spectrum of financial services businesses across insurance, lending, specialty finance, and financial technology. Operating in attractive markets and often times esoteric asset classes, 777 seeks to make control investments across the business life cycle in companies with scalable profiles and ambitious management teams. 777 Partners senior management team is composed of industry veterans with backgrounds in private equity, venture capital, investment banking, insurance, financial technology, actuarial science, asset management, structured-credit, ABS, risk, analytics, complex commercial litigation and computer science. For more information on 777 Partners, visit https://777part.com/.

About Shepard Capital Partners

Shepard Capital Partners is a Florida based private equity firm focused on investment opportunities in the Southeastern United States. The firm invests in cashflow positive businesses where the primary constraint to growth is access to capital, and commercial real estate transactions which meet defined return characteristics. For more information on Shepard Capital Partners, visit https://shepardcap.com/.

MEDIA CONTACT:
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Shepard Capital Partners, LLC
creed@shepardcap.com
Phone: 404-643-1766

777 Partners, a Miami based investment firm, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Uown Leasing ("Uown"), from Shepard Capital Partners. Uown, a lease-to-own company based in Tampa, was founded in 2008.

Related link: https://shepardcap.com/

Injury Attorney Bernard Walsh Guest Speaker at National Trial Lawyers Summit

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Attorney Bernie Walsh of the Bradenton Office Of Goldman Babboni Fernandez & Walsh presented a seminar for attendees of the National Trial Lawyers Summit. Held at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel in Miami Florida, the National Trial Lawyers Summit is an annual conference of the nation's best plaintiff's attorneys and trial lawyers.

The NTL Summit brings together trial attorneys from around the country to learn from specialists, share ideas, and stay up to date on important changes and trends in the legal industry.

Boasting over 100 speakers and dozens of seminars, this CLE accredited conference offers the opportunity for attendees to learn valuable information from some of the most experienced attorneys in their respective areas of practice.

Attorney Bernie Walsh, participated in the summit by presenting a seminar entitled "Think Outside the Box, Maximizing Damages and Recoveries." During the seminar Mr. Walsh shared his innovative approach to discovering and leveraging additional sources of compensation for clients of personal injury claims, while maximizing the benefit to the client and law firm. This approach can be especially important in personal injury cases where uninsured or underinsured drivers or companies are involved, and also in cases of shared negligence when many parties are found partially negligent.

Attorney Bernard Walsh had this to say about the summit, "The NTL Trial Summit is always one of the most important and influential conferences during the year. It's essential for attorneys, no matter how much experience they may have, to stay engaged with the legal community as the laws, rules, and business landscape are constantly changing. While it is true that many attorneys here will gain knowledge that will help them run a more competitive law firm, the ultimate goal of the conference is to provide lawyers with the ability to better serve their clients during contested cases, and continue to build and strengthen the American legal system against the influence of outside interests."

The 2020 National Trial Lawyers Summit in Miami was attended by hundreds of attorneys and legal industry professionals from across the nation from many practice areas. As an accredited Continuing Legal Education (CLE) event, attendees of the summit were able to earn CLE credits required by many State Bar Associations, including the Florida Bar Association. CLE credits are a popular way that states use to ensure attorneys stay informed to better serve clients and the justice system as a whole.

About Attorney Bernie Walsh

A managing partner of Goldman Babboni Fernandez & Walsh, Bernard Walsh is an AV Rated Attorney, and has earned a Superb Rating by AVVO. Bernard Walsh is a Board Member of the Florida Justice Association, The National Trial Lawyers and the Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America (APITLA). Bernard Walsh is also the founder and president of the Manasota Trial Lawyers Board. Bernard Walsh represents clients across southwest Florida for serious personal injury cases from his office in Bradenton, Florida.

Learn More About Bernard Walsh at https://www.justicepays.com/bradenton

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Attorney Bernie Walsh of the Bradenton Office Of Goldman Babboni Fernandez & Walsh presented a seminar for attendees of the National Trial Lawyers Summit. Held at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel in Miami Florida, the National Trial Lawyers Summit is an annual conference of the nation's best plaintiff's attorneys and trial lawyers.

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

Papa and Priority Health Announce Strategic Partnership Launch to Offer Senior Citizens More Freedom to Age in Place

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Papa Inc., a nationwide provider for seniors and caregivers announced today its newest partnership with Priority Health. Papa will provide "Grandkids On-Demand" for Priority Health's PriorityMedicare Edge(SM) and PriorityMedicare Ideal(SM) Medicare Advantage plan members. The launch went live January 1, 2020 and it will be the only insurance plan in Michigan to cover services for seniors such as transportation, technology services and companionship to qualified members.

This partnership will improve senior citizen's mental health and help reduce loneliness and social isolation to allow seniors to age in place.

"We are thrilled to partner with Priority Health and help support their Medicare Advantage PriorityMedicare Edge and PriorityMedicare Ideal members in Michigan for their needs as they age in place," said Founder and CEO Andrew Parker. "The partnership is exciting for both organizations."

Aging in place is becoming more popular with senior citizens. A recent survey from AARP (*see note 1) showed that roughly 90% of American seniors wish to live at home for as long as possible. The downside to aging in place is the social isolation it brings. A recent poll from The National Poll on Health Aging (*see note 2) found that more than a quarter of its respondents said they only had social contact once a week, or less, with family members they don't live with, friends and neighbors. Papa's partnership with Priority Health will give seniors more care and companionship.

"We are excited to be the first health plan in Michigan to provide the unique services which Papa provides," said CEO of Priority Health Joan Budden. "Most people are not used to a health care plan that provides in-home assistance to this degree, which is creating excitement in our Medicare community."

About Papa

Papa is a Miami startup that has Grandkids On-Demand who provides assistance and companionship to senior citizens throughout Florida, California, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, South Carolina, Illinois, and Kansas. Papa launched their service in January of 2018. For more information, visit https://www.joinpapa.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/join_papa
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About Priority Health Plan

With over 30 years in business, Priority Health is the second largest health plan in Michigan, offering a broad portfolio of health benefit options for employer groups and individuals, including Medicare and Medicaid plans. Serving more than a million members each year, and offering a network that includes 97 percent of primary care physicians in Michigan, Priority Health continues to be recognized as a leader for quality, customer service, transparency and product innovation. Priority Health is the smart choice for people seeking affordable, quality health insurance.

Sources:
*NOTE 1: AARP1: https://states.aarp.org/virginia/home-matters-survey
*NOTE 2: Healthy Aging Poll2: http://www.healthyagingpoll.org

Papa Inc., a nationwide provider for seniors and caregivers announced today its newest partnership with Priority Health. Papa will provide "Grandkids On-Demand" for Priority Health's PriorityMedicare Edge and PriorityMedicare Ideal Medicare Advantage plan members.

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Papa Announces Launch with Alignment Healthcare for Medicare Advantage Members

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Papa Inc., a leading provider for seniors and caregivers nationwide, announced today its partnership with Alignment Healthcare to provide "Grandkids On-Demand" for qualifying members of its Medicare Advantage plans. A soft launch kicked off in Los Angeles on Sept. 1, 2019, with expansion to additional membership on Jan. 1, 2020.

Papa will provide qualified Alignment members with assistance around the home, technology support and general companionship to reduce senior loneliness and social isolation, while improving overall mood.

"The impact of social determinants of health, which include loneliness and isolation, has a significantly negative effect on older adults," said Andrew Parker, Founder and CEO of Papa. "Our commitment to support these members by removing the obvious barriers associated with SDOH has a huge impact. We are proud to partner with Alignment Healthcare, a progressive partner that recognizes the importance of improving the lives of their members beyond medical care."

In partnering with Medicare Advantage plans, Papa empowers seniors with companionship, technology support and home help. Research from the National Institute on Aging shows that social isolation and loneliness are linked to higher risks for heart disease, cognitive decline and other chronic illnesses (*See Note 1). Papa Pals allows seniors to engage in meaningful and productive activities with a companion.

"At Alignment Healthcare, we believe caring for older adults, especially those with little support at home, needs to go beyond a physician's office," said Dawn Maroney, consumer president of Alignment Healthcare. "That's why we are excited to partner with Papa, which shares our mission to put the seniors we serve first and improve their overall health care experience."

About Papa

Headquartered in Miami, Florida, Papa is the first and only companion health company that provides access to a curated network of motivated and vetted companions who are available for on demand, in-home assistance. With nationwide expansion under way, Papa Pals are currently available in Florida, California, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, South Carolina, Illinois, and Kansas. Papa launched their service in January of 2018. For more information, visit http://www.joinpapa.com/

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About Alignment Healthcare

Alignment Healthcare is redefining the business of health care by shifting the focus from payments to people. We've created a new model for health care delivery that cuts costs and improves lives by unraveling the inefficiencies of the current system to drive patients, providers and payers toward a common goal of wellness. Harnessing best practices from Medicare Advantage, our innovative data-management technology allows us to commit to caring for seniors and those who need it most: the chronically ill and frail.

With offices and care centers across the country, Alignment Healthcare provides partners and patients with customized care and service where they need it and when they need it, including clinical coordination, risk management and technology facilitation. Alignment Healthcare offers health plan options to California residents through Alignment Health Plan, and partners with select health plans in North Carolina to help deliver better benefits at lower costs. For more information, please visit http://www.alignmenthealthcare.com/.

*NOTE 1: https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/social-isolation-loneliness-older-people-pose-health-risks

Papa Inc., a leading provider for seniors and caregivers nationwide, announced today its partnership with Alignment Healthcare to provide "Grandkids On-Demand" for qualifying members of its Medicare Advantage plans. A soft launch kicked off in Los Angeles on Sept. 1, 2019, with expansion to additional membership on Jan. 1, 2020.

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Papa Partners with Higi to Support Health Screenings and Ongoing Support for Senior Citizens via Accessible Healthcare Technology

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Papa Inc., a leading provider for seniors and caregivers nationwide announced today its newest partnership with Higi, a healthcare technology company that operates a nationwide network of Smart Health Stations. Papa Members can now visit Higi's 10,000 stations, publicly available at grocery, pharmacy, and other community locations with assistance in transportation and technology usage from a Papa Pal.

At Higi's stations, Papa Members can routinely check their vitals and screen for health status and preventive care needs, and better understand the impact their lifestyle choices and habits can have on their health. Papa Members who have mobility problems, can no longer drive, have limited transportation options, live in rural areas, or lack companionship will benefit from Papa and Higi's partnership. Furthermore, Papa's Medicare Advantage Clients will benefit from having more information on the issues and health needs of their members.

"Our partnership with Higi creates an innovative way for seniors to understand their health needs and gain access to support for their long-term wellbeing," said Papa's Founder and CEO Andrew Parker. "We see a considerable potential partnering with Higi and providing preventive care options for seniors by incorporating Higi's vast, national network of retail-based Smart Stations."

Chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease account for seven out of ten deaths in the United States; these diseases are often preventable or manageable through early detection. Currently 45% of the U.S. population is living with at least one chronic disease, which can be crippling to someone's quality of life if left undiagnosed or untreated (*See Note 1).

"We believe that partnering with Papa will give older adults the opportunity to learn more about their health, and in doing so, more reasons to use the benefits provided by their health plans," said Higi CEO Jeff Bennett. "By including a Higi Station visit when Papa Pals bring their senior companions to the grocery store or pharmacy, we're adding to the long-term benefits of companionship and transportation offered by Papa by creating an opportunity to capture a broader picture health."

*Note 1: Sources: (PDF) https://www.fightchronicdisease.org/sites/default/files/docs/GrowingCrisisofChronicDiseaseintheUSfactsheet_81009.pdf

About Papa

Papa is a Miami startup that has Grandkids On-Demand who provide assistance and companionship to senior citizens throughout Florida, California, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, South Carolina, Illinois, and Kansas. Papa launched their service in January of 2018. For more information, visit https://www.joinpapa.com/

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About Higi

Higi is a consumer health engagement company making it easier for all people to measure, track and act on their health data through a free nationwide network of over 10,000 FDA-cleared self-screening Smart Health Stations located in pharmacy retailers and other community points of trust. Enhanced by over 80 different third-party integrations (i.e. apps, devices, monitors, EHRs and more), Higi's Smart Health Stations connect across the existing healthcare ecosystem, bridging station activity with digital tools to interact with consumers on the go and extend engagement, making it easier for consumers to remain active in their health.

Healthcare stakeholders use Higi as a new access point to better reach, connect with and activate targeted populations; collect biometric and other health determinant data to stratify and prioritize; motivate consumers to take specific actions at a point of care or within the expanding care ecosystem activated by Higi connectivity. To date, more than 58 million people have used a Higi station to conduct over 335 million biometric tests. For more information, visit us at https://higi.com/.

Papa Inc., a leading provider for seniors and caregivers nationwide announced today its newest partnership with Higi, a healthcare technology company that operates a nationwide network of Smart Health Stations. Papa Members can now visit Higi's 10,000 stations, publicly available at grocery, pharmacy, and other community locations with assistance in transportation and technology usage from a Papa Pal.

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

Hot Diggity Dog! Plush Toy Character, the All-American Airedale Launches Nationwide

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dating back to the late 19th century we've all heard and possibly even used the phrase "Hot Diggity Dog." The phrase is used as an exclamation of surprise and delight. Today, A Good Health Company, Inc. (DBA Hot Diggity Dog Entertainment) would like to take this opportunity to introduce on a national level, the character "HOT DIGGITY DOG!" The All-American Airedale.

Hot Diggity Dog is quick-witted and self-assured, he is also sports minded and loves the children as well as adults. "Hot Diggity Dog reminds us all that it's all right to 'Do The Right Thing!'" the company's VP of marketing, E.L. Williams Jr., says. "Hot Diggity Dog has great mass market appeal, we have been marketing the plush character since 1989, everyone who sees him loves him."

"Dating back to the year 2000, The William Bodenhammer Company obtained the rights to Hot Diggity Dog, allowing the development and distribution of a comic strip, before the venture could get off the ground Mr. Bodenhammer passed away," said Williams.

Over the years the company has had other licensing opportunities but for various reasons decided to forgo them. The company passed on the opportunity allowing Hot Diggity Dog to appear in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. The company President along with the late Tommy Ford ("Martin" TV show) got together and wrote a children's book "Hot Diggity Dogs From A TO Z...Dads Can Too!" which was a friendly reader, coloring and activity book depicting fun activities between children and their dads.

Well the time has now come and the company is ready to actively seek licensing opportunities in various product categories including but not limited to; print, stationary, greeting cards, interactive publishing, television, toys, games and foods.

"Taking into account the popularity of the phrase, coupled with the looks and characteristics of Hot Diggity Dog the character, it won't be long before he is a household name and virtually everyone is saying 'Hot Diggity Dog!' It's The Dog Y'all!" adds Williams.

For more information or contacts please visit us at https://www.hddplush.com/

MEDIA CONTACT:
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A Good Health Company, Inc
ELWILL1@yahoo.com
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Dating back to the late 19th century we've all heard and possibly even used the phrase "Hot Diggity Dog." The phrase is used as an exclamation of surprise and delight. Today, A Good Health Company, Inc. (DBA Hot Diggity Dog Entertainment) would like to take this opportunity to introduce on a national level, the character "HOT DIGGITY DOG!" The All-American Airedale.

Related link: http://www.agoodhc.com/

Florida Blue and Papa Partner to Address Social Isolation, Improve Health Outcomes

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Florida Blue, the leading health insurer in Florida, announced today that it is partnering with Papa, a nationwide provider of senior services, to offer Florida Blue members in select Medicare Advantage plans assistance with transportation, house chores, companionship and other senior support services.

Social isolation is a significant issue for aging adults and can have a major impact on overall health. Papa, which connects college students to seniors, removes some of the burden and stress on family caregivers and provides a level of assistance and companionship for older adults. The program bridges the gap between two generations and offers seniors a unique at-home experience that can enrich their lives and help combat feelings of loneliness.

"Driven by our mission to help people and communities achieve better health, we take a holistic approach to health by offering solutions to fit our members' needs and address social determinants of health like social isolation," said Kathy Feeny, president of Florida Blue Medicare. "There is no one-size-fits-all solution for seniors, which is why we 're working with companies like Papa that specialize in senior services and understand how to meet the unique needs of aging adults."

Starting Jan. 1, 2020, Florida Blue members in select Medicare Advantage plans, who have certain chronic conditions, can qualify for up to 120 hours of assistance a year (30 hours per quarter) by completing an annual wellness visit and a health risk assessment.

Once a member qualifies, Papa will provide a consultation to learn about the individual's needs and discuss ways in which a Papa Pal can help. Papa carefully selects their "grandkids on demand" or college students, many of whom have a specific health-related focus of study. The senior, or their family member, can request a Papa Pal on demand through a phone call, a mobile app or an online platform.

According to the 2017 National Population Projections by the U.S. Census Bureau1 there will be 78 million people 65 and older by year 2035 compared to 76.7 million under the age of 18. As the senior population continues to grow, the need for reliable companionship and transportation will, too.

"Expanding our reach and partnership with Florida Blue will give more support to members who need extra assistance," said Papa Founder and CEO Andrew Parker. "Papa is a company that genuinely cares about all seniors and we believe everyone should be able to experience what a difference a Papa Pal brings to the home. We are much more than a service; we become family. That is what support looks like and what aging adults need when someone comes into their homes. We are happy to provide that service."

About Florida Blue
Florida Blue, Florida's Blue Cross and Blue Shield company, has been providing health insurance to residents of Florida for nearly 75 years. Driven by its mission of helping people and communities achieve better health, the company serves more than 5 million health care members across the state. In total, Florida Blue and its affiliated companies serve 16 million people in 29 states. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Fla., it is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

About Papa
Papa is a Miami startup that has Grandkids On-Demand who provide assistance and companionship to senior citizens throughout Florida, California, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, South Carolina, Illinois, and Kansas. Papa launched their service in January of 2018. For more information, visit https://www.joinpapa.com/

Florida Blue, the leading health insurer in Florida, announced today that it is partnering with Papa, a nationwide provider of senior services, to offer Florida Blue members in select Medicare Advantage plans assistance with transportation, house chores, companionship and other senior support services.

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

Papa and Aetna Announce Collaboration in Florida for Medicare Advantage Members

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Papa Inc., a leading provider for seniors and Medicare Advantage Members announced today its collaboration with Aetna, a CVS Health company. Papa connects local college students, known as "Papa Pals," to older adults who need help with companionship, house chores and technology lessons. Certain Medicare Advantage members who live in Florida and have one or more chronic conditions will be eligible to receive assistance with Papa Pals starting January 1, 2020.

"Loneliness and social isolation have many negative effects on older adults, including issues associated with the lack of transportation," said Founder and CEO Andrew Parker. "We are excited to work with Aetna in areas of Florida to help more seniors with companionship. We are happy to continue our journey combatting the loneliness epidemic with Aetna."

A recent AARP study found that there is a 26 percent increased risk of early death due to feelings of loneliness and social isolation. As health declines, it is more common for seniors to experience increased symptoms. AARP also found that 46 percent of women ages 75 or older live alone (*see note 1). Another study by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) found that loneliness is more dangerous than obesity and is as hurtful to the body as smoking 15 cigarettes a day (*see note 2).

Companies like Papa and Aetna make a difference in helping aging seniors by providing necessary options for them to stay a part of a community and alleviate social isolation and loneliness.

"Social isolation is a crisis, especially among seniors," noted Dr. Robert Mirsky, Chief Medical Officer for Aetna Medicare. "We want to make sure they remain connected to their communities and have a sense of purpose and belonging in their lives, and a sense they are continuing to contribute to society. Papa Pals are a great way to help seniors do this."

Sources:
*NOTE 1: https://connect2affect.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/AARP-740C-Loneliness-Report-v3-with-LOGO-TAG.pdf
*NOTE 2: https://www.hrsa.gov/enews/past-issues/2019/january-17/loneliness-epidemic

About Papa

Papa is a Miami startup that has Grandkids On-Demand who provide assistance and companionship to senior citizens throughout Florida, California, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, South Carolina, Illinois, and Kansas. Papa launched their service in January of 2018.

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

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About Aetna

Aetna, a CVS Health company, serves an estimated 38 million people with information and resources to help them make better informed decisions about their health care. Aetna offers a broad range of traditional, voluntary and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including medical, pharmacy, dental and behavioral health plans, and medical management capabilities, Medicaid health care management services, workers' compensation administrative services and health information technology products and services. Aetna's customers include employer groups, individuals, college students, part-time and hourly workers, health plans, health care providers, governmental units, government-sponsored plans, labor groups and expatriates. For more information, visit https://www.aetna.com/ and explore how Aetna is helping to build a healthier world. @AetnaNews

Aetna Medicare is a HMO, PPO plan with a Medicare contract. Our SNPs also have contracts with State Medicaid programs. Enrollment in our plans depends on contract renewal. See Evidence of Coverage for a complete description of plan benefits, exclusions, limitations and conditions of coverage. Plan features and availability may vary by service area.

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Papa Inc., a leading provider for seniors and Medicare Advantage Members announced today its collaboration with Aetna, a CVS Health company. Papa connects local college students, known as "Papa Pals," to older adults who need help with companionship, house chores and technology lessons.

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

Superstar DJ Datsik Addresses His Absence and Looks to the Future

MIAMI, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- After an 18-month self-imposed hiatus, Datsik, a leader in the dubstep world, surfaced with a statement explaining his absence, which he posted on his Facebook page.

After extensive touring over the last decade, he sought help for mental health issues that he opted to come to terms with. In the following heartfelt statement, he discusses and addresses his past and his plans for the future.

In short, he says, "Over the last 18 months I've been taking much needed time to look in the mirror and work on improving myself through introspection and therapy.

"I will always look back at this past year and a half as the most important and the most challenging time of my life because it provoked the most significant growth and change I've ever undergone. It's opened my eyes to the moral duty I have as a member of the EDM community, and society as a whole."

For Datsik's complete video statement, visit: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=522678181908969

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After an 18-month self-imposed hiatus, Datsik, a leader in the dubstep world, surfaced with a statement explaining his absence, which he posted on his Facebook page. After extensive touring over the last decade, he sought help for mental health issues that he opted to come to terms with.

Related link: http://datsik.com/