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Hemophilia Association of New Jersey Unveils Bold New Brand, Redesigned Website, and Announces Its Annual Bleeding Disorders Awareness 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk

Updated logo declares HANJ is 'For All Bleeding Disorders' and the community is invited to lace up on September 13, 2026 in East Brunswick to help fund critical patient programs and bring a team to the Annual Golf Tournament on September 28, 2026

EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J., July 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Hemophilia Association of New Jersey (HANJ), a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by hemophilia and other bleeding disorders, proudly serves patients and families throughout the Garden State. Today, HANJ is thrilled to announce three exciting milestones: a refreshed logo, a completely redesigned website, and the return of its signature fundraising event: the Bleeding Disorders Awareness 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at the East Brunswick Community Arts Center in East Brunswick, NJ.

Image caption: Hemophilia Association of New Jersey.

A NEW LOOK THAT SPEAKS TO EVERYONE

HANJ’s updated logo now features the phrase “For All Bleeding Disorders” marking an important step forward in the organization’s ongoing commitment to supporting every person and every family touched by a bleeding disorder here at HANJ.

The accompanying website redesign at https://hanj.org/ delivers a faster, more intuitive experience with improved access to resources, educational materials, community events, advocacy initiatives, and membership information; all designed to connect and empower the bleeding disorders community statewide.

From the Executive Director:

“We are thrilled to unveil our new logo and launch our new website,” said Stephanie Lapidow, HANJ Executive Director. “Our goal is to reach and support as many bleeding disorders patients and families as possible. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and volunteers, we proudly provide critical insurance assistance, educational programming, community-building opportunities, and strong advocacy efforts for our members throughout New Jersey. We encourage families to visit our website, learn more about our programs and services, and become members so they can join us in advancing our mission.”

LACE UP FOR A CAUSE — SEPTEMBER 13, 2026

Mark your calendars! HANJ’s annual Bleeding Disorders Awareness 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk returns on Sunday, September 13, 2026. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a family looking for a fun morning out, or someone who simply wants to show support, there is a place for you:

5K Run — $35 ($20 for students ages 7–18)

1-Mile Walk — $25 ($15 for students ages 7–18)

Kids Under 7 — FREE

Volunteers — Sign up to help make the day a success!

Where: East Brunswick Community Arts Center, 721 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

When: Sunday, September 13, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT

Register today, form a team and raise funds, or make a donation at: https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/EastBrunswick/HemophiliaRunWalk.

Early registration pricing is available through July 20, 2026 — don’t wait!

WHY IT MATTERS

Every dollar raised fuels HANJ’s life-changing programs: emergency financial assistance, insurance navigation support, educational programming, Medic Alert identifications, scholarships, member advocacy, and so much more. These events bring together patients, families, healthcare professionals, advocates, and supporters from across New Jersey.

The 5K Run & Walk joins HANJ’s annual golf tournament on the fundraising calendar. Check out the tournament and save the date: https://hanj.org/event/dennis-keelty-memorial-golf-classic/.

Together, these events generate the critical funding that keeps HANJ’s programs running and its doors open for every family that needs them.

GET INVOLVED

Visit https://hanj.org/ to explore the new site, become a member, and discover how you can make a difference. Through its continued dedication to advocacy, education, and patient support, HANJ remains committed to strengthening the lives of individuals and families affected by bleeding disorders.

MEDIA ONLY CONTACT
Genevieve Christo
Hemophilia Association of New Jersey
info@hanj.org
732-249-6000

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Anima Presents: ‘Any Other Way,’ An Immersive Concert Experience by Dolce Wang

Step inside a forest clearing built entirely from sound for the celebrated, multidisciplinary artist's most personal album yet; live for two nights only

LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 16, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Anima Initiative, a nonprofit dedicated to breaking down barriers for independent and underrepresented artists, today announced a two-night immersive concert experience presented with Los Angeles-based musician Dolce Wang. “Any Other Way” debuts July 25-26, 2026, at Venia Studio in Downtown Los Angeles, and is co-produced with Bravewyld, a Los Angeles-based collective of multidisciplinary creative volunteers.

Image Caption: Dolce Wang, ‘Any Other Way’ immersive listening event concept artwork. Credit: Concept image created using Adobe Firefly by Anima Initiative based on an original photograph courtesy of Dolce Wang.

“Any Other Way,” Wang’s most personal record to date, is an emotionally rich collection of shoegaze, indie folk and electronic dream pop that embraces vulnerability as a source of strength. Written across years of international travel and shaped by conversations with strangers along the way, the album moves through themes of love, loss, resilience and tenderness, including “Time Once Again,” a song written about the passing of Wang’s father.

The record features an international ensemble that mirrors its global influence. Serbian drummer Serge Milenkovic, Yugoslavia-born bassist and producer Aleksandar “Meksi” Sasha Panich and Taiwanese violinist Edith Lin bring together distinct musical backgrounds to create a unified and deeply expressive sound. Together, they craft sweeping arrangements that move effortlessly between intimate acoustic passages, expansive shoegaze textures and cinematic dream pop.

The record’s title doubles as its thesis: an invitation to find and be celebrated in one’s own unique path forward and the album release is intended as more than an immersive listening event; it is both a personal artistic statement and a demonstration of what’s possible when musicians, designers and community organizations unite their strengths toward a single creative vision. That range comes naturally to Wang, whose career sits at the intersection of art and engineering.

Alongside her music, she has spent nearly two decades as a multidisciplinary creative and business leader across theme park design, film and interactive new media art, including as a Creative Director and Inventor within Walt Disney’s R&D Imagineering division. “Any Other Way” draws directly on that same instinct for world-building aimed, this time, at her own story.

“The canvas is the space, actually. And with the space and the event, we’re transporting people from their daily lives. For me, it’s about stopping time so you can be present in the moment, with the people around you. The album is very poetic so there’s a poetic sense to the space. It’s creating a sense of magic. That’s the memory we’re embedding into people’s minds,” said Wang. “When we can find our own ways and celebrate that together, even when it’s difficult or isolating to walk the road less-traveled, we’re actually doing this together. I believe the evening and the album are both reflective of how we are able to find another way.”

Anima Initiative and Wang partnered on this immersive concert experience following the success of her earlier show, InDreams Immersive Concert, where audiences reportedly remained in their seats for the full 90-minute performance. Rather than staging a traditional album release show, Wang and Anima conceived the event as a fully immersive world of her own making, assembling Bravewyld’s multidisciplinary team of collaborators, including projection and lighting designers, a fashion studio, florists and a dedicated soundscape partner, to transform the studio into what the creative team is calling a “forest clearing for the weary traveler.”

The result is an environment built around live performance, ambient soundscapes, 3D audio and layered lighting, projection and scent design, all in service of the album’s sound. For Anima Initiative, the collaboration is also a continuation of its core mission: creating environments where independent and underrepresented artists can share their work without the usual production and marketing hurdles.

“There is something incredibly unique about listening to Dolce perform live. Being able to showcase it through Anima is a very unique opportunity for us, but also one that we’re very happy to do, because much of the feedback we’ve received is that LA needs more of this, and facilitating the experience of this album and event is exactly what we’re here to do,” said Keeter Ly, Co-Founder & Experience Director, Anima Initiative. “Anima’s entire mission is to support independent, underrepresented artists and help tell their stories, removing barriers and giving them a platform for their work.”

At a moment when independent artists face mounting barriers to producing and marketing their own work, this event reflects a broader shift in how independent artists in Los Angeles are reimagining the album release format, trading the traditional venue-and-lineup model for smaller, narrative-driven gatherings built around a specific sensory and emotional experience.

“A lot of people have known me to be unshakably resilient. I’ve gone through a lot, both professionally and in my personal life, pushing through a lot of hardship in our family growing up. Tapping into that is very difficult publicly, but I’m slowly learning how to find strength in vulnerability. The truth is, there has always been plenty of fear and anxiety, but I’ve created a muscle of just stepping through it. Now I’m just pulling back the curtain. In fact, the album leaves me in an even more raw state because it’s so personal. But as I step through this, I feel like it also gives permission for others to do the same and embrace their humanness,” said Wang.

At its core, “Any Other Way” is an invitation into a shared experience. Through music, design and immersive storytelling, the event encourages audiences not simply to observe, but to participate, to slow down, connect and experience the album together.

As Wang put it, echoing a line from Maya Angelou that she returns to often: “You only are free when you realize you belong to no place, you belong to every place, no place at all. The price is high. The reward is great;” the emotional anchor of both the album and the event.

EVENT DETAILS:

What: “Any Other Way,” a two-night immersive concert experience

Who: Dolce Wang, presented by Anima Initiative, co-produced with Bravewyld

When: July 25-26, 2026

Where: Venia Studio, Downtown Los Angeles

Tickets: On sale now; presale pricing ends at 11:55 p.m. the night before each show, after which door pricing applies

ABOUT DOLCE WANG:

Dolce Wang is a Los Angeles-based musician and multidisciplinary artist whose nearly two-decade career spans theme park design, film, spatial audio and interactive new media art. A former Creative Director and Inventor within Walt Disney’s R&D Imagineering division and two-time U.S. patent holder, she has since served as Chief Creative Officer of Fantasy Works Interactive and Executive Creative Director at MoonShine Animation, and designs experiences for clients including Audi, Honda, Asus, NASA and the United Nations.

Her music draws on years spent in Taiwan’s independent scene and her own string-driven shoegaze sound; she also founded the Vox Photo Project, teaching photography as a tool for underserved communities to tell their own stories. “Any Other Way” is her most personal release to date, exploring themes of love, loss, resilience and belonging. For additional information, visit: https://www.dolcewang.com/.

ABOUT ANIMA INITIATIVE:

Anima Initiative is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit dedicated to being a platform for underrepresented and independent artists, exploring the invisible languages of art, music and movement. Anima works to identify the barriers artists face, particularly around production, logistics, and marketing and to build environments where their work can reach audiences and communities more directly. For additional information, visit: https://www.anima-initiative.org/.

ABOUT BRAVEWYLD:

Bravewyld is a thought collective of wacky and passionate multi-disciplinary volunteers from around the world, who gather for salon-style conversations, champion each other’s work and are united by a desire to create something beautiful in Los Angeles.

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Image Caption: Dolce Wang, ‘Any Other Way’ immersive listening event concept artwork.

Image Credit: Concept image created using Adobe Firefly by Anima Initiative based on an original photograph courtesy of Dolce Wang.

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Accepted, Not Denied, Never Decided: California Ferret Petition Remains Unresolved After 378 Days

Petitioners say State's inaction has left them with fewer rights than if the petition had been denied

LA MESA, Calif., June 25, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Three hundred seventy-eight days after the California Fish and Game Commission unanimously voted to give further consideration to a petition seeking removal of domestic ferrets from California’s restricted species list, the petition remains unresolved, says Legalize Ferrets (Legalizeferrets.org).

Photo caption: Dino pauses for a photo while exploring his favorite room in the house – the laundry room. More than a year after California regulators voted to consider Petition 2025-003, the petition remains unresolved.

No recommendation has been issued. No determination has been provided to the petitioner. No final action has been taken.

Petitioners argue that the result is a procedural dead end: had the petition been denied, they could have sought judicial review. Instead, the petition was accepted and referred for evaluation, but remains unresolved more than a year later.

“The unusual part of this case is that acceptance of the petition appears to have left us with fewer practical remedies than a denial would have,” said Pat Wright, founder of LegalizeFerrets.org. “Had the petition been rejected, we could have challenged that decision. Instead, it was accepted, referred, and then left unresolved.”

A PETITION ACCEPTED BUT NEVER DECIDED

On June 11, 2025, the Fish and Game Commission voted unanimously to give further consideration to Petition 2025-003 and referred the matter to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for evaluation.

Had the Commission denied the petition, petitioners could have pursued available legal remedies. Had the petition proceeded through the normal administrative process, the Department would have completed its review and returned a recommendation to the Commission.

Instead, 378 days later, the petition remains pending without a final determination.

Petitioners contend that the State’s inaction has created a situation in which the administrative process has stalled while no final agency decision exists for a court to review.

PUBLIC RECORDS RAISE ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS

Seeking to understand the status of the petition, petitioners submitted multiple requests under the California Public Records Act.

In response to an April 2026 records request, the Department reported that no responsive records existed. A later records request produced internal documents showing the petition was known to Department personnel and appeared on an internal petitions agenda.

Meeting notes from an April 29, 2026 petitions meeting show discussion of several petitions. The notation for the ferret petition states only: “No discussion.”

Records produced to date have revealed no documented recommendation, evaluation, or analysis of Petition 2025-003.

Additional records revealed litigation-hold communications relating to the petition and subsequent litigation.

THE QUESTION BEFORE THE COURT

The litigation does not ask the court to legalize ferrets.

Instead, the case seeks judicial review of whether state agencies have fulfilled their legal obligations after accepting a petition for consideration.

According to filings in the case, the State argues that petitioners generally must await final agency action before seeking judicial review. Petitioners argue that because no final action has ever been taken, they have been left in procedural limbo—unable to obtain a decision from the agency while simultaneously being told there is no final decision to challenge.

“The question extends beyond ferrets,” Wright said. “If an agency can accept a petition and then simply never complete the process, the public’s right to petition government becomes largely meaningless. Citizens should be entitled to an answer.”

TIMELINE

June 11, 2025
Fish and Game Commission votes unanimously to give further consideration to Petition 2025-003 and refers it to the Department of Fish and Wildlife.

April 2026
Department responds to a Public Records Act request stating that no responsive records exist.

May–June 2026
Additional Public Records Act requests produce internal records, petitions meeting notes, and litigation-hold communications.

March 19, 2026
Petitioners file a writ action in Sacramento County Superior Court seeking judicial intervention.

June 24, 2026
Petition remains unresolved 378 days after referral.

ABOUT THE PETITION

Petition 2025-003 seeks removal of domestic ferrets from California’s restricted species list. Domestic ferrets are legal pets in 48 states. California remains one of only two states that prohibit private ownership.

ABOUT LEGALIZEFERRETS.ORG

Legalize Ferrets (LegalizeFerrets.org) is a California-based advocacy organization dedicated to ending California’s prohibition on domestic ferrets through legislation, administrative reform, public education, transparency, and legal action. Learn more: https://legalizeferrets.org/.

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Move For Hunger Hosts Parade With A Purpose at Apartmentalize 2026

NEW ORLEANS, La., June 15, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Move For Hunger, a national nonprofit dedicated to reducing food waste and fighting hunger, will bring companies and communities from across the multifamily industry together for Parade With A Purpose, a Mardi Gras-style second line parade in New Orleans followed by a hands-on snack kit event benefiting local kids facing hunger.

Image caption: Parade with a Purpose, presented by Valet Living to benefit Move For Hunger, logo graphic.

The event will take place on Thursday, June 18 at 5 PM during Apartmentalize 2026, the National Apartment Association’s annual conference. Designed as a high-energy service opportunity, Parade With A Purpose gives attendees a meaningful way to connect with their teams, support the local community, and help provide meals for children and families in need.

“Parade With A Purpose brings the spirit of New Orleans together with the compassion and generosity of the multifamily industry,” said Adam Lowy, Founder and Executive Director of Move For Hunger. “It is a reminder that when people come together with purpose, even a parade can become a powerful way to fight hunger.”

The event is presented by Valet Living, with additional support from Updater, All My Sons Moving & Storage, and CSC ServiceWorks. Participating organizations include the Apartment Association of Greater New Orleans, Florida Apartment Association, Detroit Metropolitan Apartment Association, APTS of NY, Property Management Association of Mid Michigan (PMAMM), Delaware Apartment Association, The Michaels Organization, Grace Hill, National Exemption Service, Georgia Apartment Association, Washtenaw Area Apartment Association, and other industry leaders committed to making an impact beyond the conference floor.

“Valet Living is proud to support Parade With A Purpose and partner with Move For Hunger to help turn a major industry gathering into meaningful community impact,” said Matt Graves, President and COO at Valet Living. “The multifamily industry has a unique ability to bring people together, and this event is a powerful example of how connection, service, and a shared commitment to fighting hunger can make a difference for families in need.”

“At Move For Hunger, we believe every industry gathering is an opportunity to do good,” Lowy added. “We are grateful to our sponsors, partners, and every team joining us in New Orleans to help turn movement into meals for neighbors in need.”

Move For Hunger is inviting Apartmentalize attendees, companies, and community partners to join the parade, start a team, or make a donation in support of the event at https://moveforhunger.org/parade-with-a-purpose.

ABOUT MOVE FOR HUNGER

Move For Hunger is a national nonprofit organization that fights hunger and food waste by mobilizing the moving, relocation, and multifamily housing industries to rescue surplus food and deliver it to local food banks. Since 2009, Move For Hunger’s network has delivered more than 82 million pounds of food, providing more than 68 million meals to those in need across the U.S. and Canada. Learn more at https://moveforhunger.org/.

ABOUT VALET LIVING

For three decades, Valet Living has been the premier provider of the most used amenity services in the multifamily industry. The company delivers increased community asset value, reduced workload for on-site staff, and an enriching resident living experience. With industry-leading technology and more than 8,000 trusted associates, Valet Living serves more than 2 million apartment homes nationwide. Valet Living is a portfolio company of the private equity group GI Partners.

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New Research: Healthspan Is a Growing Priority for Senior Living

AgingIN Longevity Summit Will Explore How Communities Can Turn Longevity Science into Better Resident Outcomes

DENVER, Colo., June 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — AgingIN, a nonprofit advancing innovation in eldercare, is hosting a Longevity Summit that will unite leading voices in senior living, healthcare, and aging research to explore how communities can better support longer, healthier lives. Featuring keynote speaker Dr. Shelly Chadha of the World Health Organization, the summit will be held Aug. 10 and is part of AgingIN’s annual conference, Peak Purpose: Redefining How We Live and Age, which runs through Aug. 13.

Image caption: Dr. Shelly Chadha of the World Health Organization, will discuss how senior living communities can address healthspan and longevity at the “Longevity Summit: Living Longer, Living Better” on August 10, 2026, in Denver, Colo.

At the summit, Dr. Chadha will discuss the WHO’s focus on practical ways senior living organizations can operationalize healthspan principles using evidence-based frameworks. Using its Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) community-based approach, organizations can work to preserve functional ability through early intervention in areas such as mobility, cognition, nutrition, vision, hearing, and emotional well-being.

According to a newly released national survey from Ziegler, 85.8% of senior living leaders say healthspan will be “very important” to the next generation of residents, reflecting growing demand for communities that support mobility, brain health, independence, social connection, and preventative care. The findings point to a major shift in how operators are thinking about aging, wellness, and long-term resident engagement.

The Ziegler research found that senior living leaders most closely associate healthspan with:

Healthy aging (81.8%)
Independence (77.3%)
Mobility (74.5%)
Brain health (72.7%)
Strength and physical function (65.5%)
Social connection (53.6%)

“Closing the gap between healthspan and lifespan is one of the most important opportunities in aging today. It’s not enough to simply add years to life; we must add life to those years. This means reimagining senior living as a place where people can maintain purpose, independence, and well-being for as long as possible,” said Susan Ryan, AgingIN CEO. “At AgingIN, we are committed to helping organizations move beyond longevity as a metric and toward quality of life as the true measure of success.”

The survey also revealed that organizations are already investing in healthspan-focused initiatives, including strength and mobility programs, cognitive engagement, fall prevention, preventative health assessments, purpose-driven programming, and lifestyle interventions designed to maintain function and reduce decline.

Yet significant challenges remain. More than 60% of respondents cited workforce capacity as the biggest barrier to expanding healthspan initiatives, while nearly half identified uncertainty around cost and return on investment.

Topics at the summit include:

The global healthspan framework shaping the future of aging
Practical strategies to embed well-being into care delivery
How healthspan influences consumer preference and market relevance
Workforce well-being as a driver of retention and quality outcomes
Memory care and higher acuity applications rooted in dignity
Lifestyle interventions that help prevent decline
Innovation models that translate research into operational results
Scalable actions organizations can implement immediately

Registration is now open for interested senior living executives, clinicians, wellness leaders, operators, board members, and professionals interested in the future of aging services. To learn more and secure your spot, visit: https://aginginnovation.org/events/annual-conference/.

About AgingIN

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

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Anima Initiative Presents ‘VENIA’s Dear, Sincerely,’ at Travel Town Museum

A one-day immersive experience transforming Los Angeles' historic railway museum into a living storybook of migration, memory, sound, movement, and avant-garde fashion

LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 26, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Anima Initiative, the Los Angeles-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting independent and underrepresented artists through interdisciplinary programming, presents “VENIA’s Dear, Sincerely,” — a one-day immersive cultural experience taking place Saturday, June 6, 2026 at the historic Travel Town Museum in Griffith Park.

Image caption: As if she’s running for the train, a woman reaches her hand out to be whisked away. Photo by Cameron Noel Dunbar for VENIA.

Created in partnership with Los Angeles avant-garde atelier VENIA and with the support of Travel Town Museum Foundation, “VENIA’s Dear, Sincerely,” transforms the iconic railway grounds into a cinematic living storybook exploring migration, memory, industrial romance, and collective imagination through large-scale installation, live music, choreography, immersive sound, digital storytelling, and theatrical fashion presentation.

Marking Anima Initiative’s first large-scale public arts experience, the event brings together emerging and established artists across visual art, music, movement, experimental sound, and fashion within a single site-specific environment open to the city. Inspired by the symbolism of rail travel during the Second Industrial Revolution, the experience unfolds through a five-part narrative arc — Discovery, Adaptation, Memory, Integration, and Departure — tracing the emotional landscape between leaving one world behind and arriving in another.

From 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM, guests are invited to explore immersive activations and live performances across the museum grounds.

Featured acclaimed collaborators include visual artists DeAngelo Ableidinger and Dilan Torres; avant-garde saxophonist Patrick Shiroishi; pianist Nelson Diaz; experimental musician Dylan Fujioka; layered environmental sound design by Dolce Wang; and an original audio composition weaving stories from Ukrainian refugees by award-winning composer Luke Mombrea and award-winning arts journalist Polina Cherezova.

The experience will also feature a newly commissioned ensemble choreography by Masha Cherezova, alongside digital collaborations with immersive media company 4DV and inspirational shopping agent app VIBA, curated alongside Zoey Zhu.

At 6:00 PM, the evening culminates in VENIA’s theatrical runway presentation accompanied by a special live performance from Arcana Nomadica — the internationally renowned chamber ensemble featuring Luanne Homzy, Felix Korchendorfer, Nikolai Sivchuk, and Marco Perciavalle.

“What does it feel like to experience the emotional arc of the last goodbye, and the first hello — as if walking through a fantastical vision of the Industrial Revolution, rooted in memories of others while carrying your own?” said Christine Ko, Co-founder VENIA. “We invite you to explore this feeling with us through these garments, these memories, in this space with us in real time, as we sign our love letter to those that made a way for us all to dream — ‘Dear, Sincerely.’”

Founded as a platform for accessible artistic world-building, Anima Initiative creates interdisciplinary public experiences that bridge storytelling, performance, and cultural memory. “Dear, Sincerely,” expands that mission into a city-scale gathering designed to invite audiences into art as a lived and participatory experience.

The event is free and open to the public, with donations supporting Anima Initiative’s future programming and continued commitment to accessible opportunities for independent and underrepresented artists in Los Angeles and beyond.

EVENT INFORMATION:
Saturday, June 6, 2026
2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Travel Town Museum
5200 Zoo Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90027

RSVP & Information:
https://anima-initiative.org/pages/anima-initiative-presents-venias-dear-sincerely-at-travel-town-museum

ABOUT ANIMA INITIATIVE:

Anima Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting independent and underrepresented artists through interdisciplinary programming spanning visual arts, music, film, movement, fashion, immersive installation, and cultural storytelling. Learn more: https://anima-initiative.org/.

ABOUT VENIA:

Founded by Christine Ko and Keeter Ly, VENIA is a Los Angeles-based experimental atelier for avant-garde tailoring, blurring fantasy and reality through philosophy, surrealism, and narrative storytelling. Learn more: https://veniacollection.com/.

ABOUT TRAVEL TOWN MUSEUM FOUNDATION:

Travel Town Museum Foundation is a 501(c)(3) educational organization supporting the preservation and interpretation of historic railroad equipment at the City of Los Angeles-operated Travel Town Museum in Griffith Park. Learn more: https://traveltown.org/.

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MEDIA CONTACT
Christina Wen
Producer/Co-founder, Anima Initiative
media@anima-initiative.org

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Anima Initiative Presents ‘VENIA’s Dear, Sincerely,’ at Travel Town Museum

A one-day immersive experience transforming Los Angeles' historic railway museum into a living storybook of migration, memory, sound, movement, and avant-garde fashion

Image caption: As if she’s running for the train, a woman reaches her hand out to be whisked away. Photo by Cameron Noel Dunbar for VENIA.

From 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM, guests are invited to explore immersive activations and live performances across the museum grounds.

EVENT INFORMATION:
Saturday, June 6, 2026
2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Travel Town Museum
5200 Zoo Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90027

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Thirty Years in the Mountains: Utah’s Landmark Cancer Survivor Event Marks a Historic Milestone

The 30th Annual Survivors at the Summit Returns to Brighton Resort on July 12, 2026

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, May 20, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — What began in 1996 with twelve cancer survivors carrying handwritten flags to the summit of Utah’s highest peak has grown into one of the state’s most powerful annual traditions, presented by Survivor Wellness. This July, Survivors at the Summit celebrates its 30th year — a milestone that speaks not just to the longevity of an event, but to three decades of resilience, community, and hope in the face of cancer.

Image caption: Survivors at the Summit celebrates its 30th year.

On Sunday, July 12, 2026, up to 400 participants will gather at Brighton Resort in the Wasatch Mountains for the landmark event presented by Survivor Wellness, Salt Lake City’s nonprofit dedicated to providing free services and support for cancer survivors and caregivers. Registration opens May 15 and sells out each year.

The story of Survivors at the Summit began in the summer of 1996, when the founding members of Cancer Wellness House — a group of local oncologists, cancer survivors, and community advocates — set out on a three-day journey to the top of King’s Peak, the highest point in Utah. Carrying flags inscribed with the names of loved ones impacted by cancer, ten of the twelve cancer survivors in the group reached the summit. At the top, names were read aloud — some into walkie-talkies so those at base camp could hear. Tears were shed. A tradition was born.

The following year, the event was officially christened “Survivors at the Summit,” and in 1997, those same founders established Cancer Wellness House — now Survivor Wellness — in a donated home at 59 South 1100 East in Salt Lake City, offering cancer survivors something that hospitals of that era rarely provided: group support, counseling, yoga, meditation, and therapeutic bodywork in a welcoming, home-like setting.

By 1998, the iconic yellow Tribute Flags — donated by Jack Kirkham of Springbar Tents and screen-printed by students at Skyline High School — became the enduring symbol of the event, their bright banners streaming from mountain peaks with messages of love, hope, and remembrance. For the next 25 years, the Celebration of Life under those flags became a sacred annual ritual at Snowbird Resort. In 2024, Survivors at the Summit began a new chapter at Brighton Resort in Big Cottonwood Canyon, drawing its largest and most diverse crowds yet.

In 2025, Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall issued a formal Mayoral Proclamation declaring the event day “Survivors at the Summit Day” in Salt Lake City — an official recognition of the profound impact this community has made over three decades.

The 30th Annual Survivors at the Summit will unfold across a full day of mountain activities, community, and ceremony. The event is open to all ages and abilities and features: thousands of bright yellow Tribute Flags carried and displayed across Brighton’s peaks; a moving Celebration of Life held beneath the Tribute Flag display; guided hikes, mountain biking, and rides on the Majestic Lift; live music, Mountain Breakfast and Summit Lunch; restorative wellness activities and nature walks; a Silent Auction and exclusive event merchandise; and transportation available from the welcome area to the main event.

Registration opened May 15, 2026. Tickets are limited to 400 participants and the event sells out every year — early registration is strongly encouraged.

Early Bird Registration (May 15 – June 30):

General Admission — $15

General Admission and Tribute Flag — $30

Ticket price includes Mountain Breakfast, Summit Lunch, and one lift ride.

More information: https://www.survivorsatthesummit.org

ABOUT SURVIVOR WELLNESS:

Founded in 1997 as Cancer Wellness House and rebranded as Survivor Wellness in 2020, the organization has served cancer survivors and caregivers from a welcoming home at 59 South 1100 East in Salt Lake City for nearly three decades. Today, Survivor Wellness offers free group support, counseling, yoga, mindfulness, fitness classes, and therapeutic wellness services, transforming what cancer survivorship looks and feels like for hundreds of people each year. Survivor Wellness is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All proceeds from Survivors at the Summit directly fund its free programs. Learn more: https://www.survivorwellness.org/.

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The Jackson Copeland Foundation Awarded $10,000 Grant from Duke Energy Foundation as Part of Commitment to Support Communities Across Florida

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., May 19, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Duke Energy Foundation announced it has awarded a $10,000 grant to The Jackson Copeland Foundation to help ensure families can afford essential living expenses following a blood cancer diagnosis. The grant is part of a larger commitment from Duke Energy Florida and its Foundation to support the vitality of the communities the company serves.

Image caption: The Jackson Copeland Foundation Awarded $10,000 Grant from Duke Energy Foundation.

“No one facing a blood cancer diagnosis should have to endure additional stress from the costs or logistics associated with treatment,” said Duke Energy Florida state president Melissa Seixas. “The Jackson Copeland Foundation is doing so much to help alleviate that burden for so many families here in our area. It’s an honor to support their important work.”

“A leukemia diagnosis shouldn’t mean a family loses their home while fighting for their life,” said Jeff Copeland, Founder & CEO of The Jackson Copeland Foundation. “This generous grant from the Duke Energy Foundation allows us to tackle the affordability crisis of blood cancer head-on, ensuring patients can secure temporary lodging and travel to life-saving treatments without facing financial ruin. They should be focused on the fight of their lives, not finances or foreclosure. This partnership ensures nobody fights this battle alone—Jackson would go, and so are we.”

There are only three National Cancer Institute-designated cancer centers in Florida, so hundreds of Florida blood cancer patients must travel to receive treatment each year. Patients receiving a life-saving bone marrow or stem cell transplant, in particular, must secure short-term lodging for up to 100 days during treatment and recovery, which creates a massive affordability crisis for most families.

The $10,000 grant will be used to fund “bridge grants” to low- and moderate-income families within Duke Energy’s Florida service footprint who are battling blood cancer. This grant directly addresses those staggering logistical and financial challenges. By covering critical non-medical living expenses—such as primary housing maintenance (rent/mortgage), temporary medical lodging, and transportation costs—the funds ensure the affordability of basic needs during the most disruptive months of a patient’s treatment. This rapid-response financial relief helps families avoid eviction, foreclosure, and bankruptcy, preserving their economic mobility so they can focus entirely on healing.

For more information on the Duke Energy Foundation and its initiatives, visit: https://foundation.duke-energy.com/

To learn more about The Jackson Copeland Foundation, apply for assistance, or join the mission, visit: https://jacksoncopeland.org/

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Glancy Wine Education Foundation Releases 2026 Impact Report, Marking Six Years of Progress in Diversifying the Wine Industry

303 scholarships and more than $405,000 distributed since 2020; new data spotlights opportunities to engage Black, Hispanic/Latino, AAPI, and other underrepresented communities in wine

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 8, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advancing diversity in the wine industry through scholarships for underserved professionals, today released its 2026 Impact Report. The report details the Foundation’s cumulative work since its 2020 founding and introduces newly compiled data on the demographic communities GWEF serves.

Image caption: The Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF).

Since inception, GWEF has awarded 303 scholarships and distributed more than $405,000 in grants directly to its wine school partners which include the founding San Francisco Wine School, the International Wine Center in New York and the American Wine School in the Midwest. The Foundation operates with a 9% overhead — less than half the average for U.S. nonprofits — thanks to an all-volunteer board of industry leaders. GWEF holds a Four-Star rating from Charity Navigator and a Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid.

Key Findings from the 2026 Impact Report

Recipient demographics: 61% of GWEF scholarship recipients identify as non-Caucasian, 55.7% are female, 42.8% male, and 2% non-binary.
Career outcomes: 67% of recipients have received a promotion following certification, and more than one-third are currently working full-time in the wine and hospitality industries.
Earnings impact: Industry data shows that professional wine certification can yield 50–300% salary increases over a career, with sommeliers progressing from $45–60K at entry level to as much as $190K at the Master Sommelier level.
Operational efficiency: Funds flow directly to wine school partners — no administrative layers between donors and scholarship recipients. The average GWEF scholarship is $1,477.

THE INDUSTRY GAP GWEF IS WORKING TO CLOSE

While Black, Indigenous, and People of Color make up 40% of the U.S. population, and more than half of Americans under 18 identify as a racial or ethnic minority, the wine industry remains markedly less diverse. Fewer than 1% of U.S. wineries are Black-owned (out of more than 11,000 total), fewer than 1% of winery owners or head winemakers are people of color, and roughly 2% of Black Americans hold leadership roles in wine, according to research from the Association of African American Vintners and Pronghorn Research. Hispanic/Latino professionals — who represent 18.7% of the U.S. population — hold just 4% of Fortune 500 executive officer roles, with comparable underrepresentation across wine. Only 14% of California bonded wineries have women as lead winemakers.

NEW DATA: THE AAPI OPPORTUNITY IN WINE

The 2026 report introduces newly gathered insights on the Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) wine consumer, according to the Asian Wine Association of America (AWAA). AAPI Americans represent 6.3% of the U.S. population but currently account for only 5% of wine consumption, even as roughly 50% of the AAPI population sits within the Millennial and Gen-X cohorts, with 39% drinking wine weekly, nearly on par with other demographics. Yet only 4% of wine industry executives identify as Asian, even as Asian markets are the fastest-growing demographic for WSET Global certification worldwide.

A MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDATION PRESIDENT

“The world of wine is a celebration of diversity, and yet the industry itself has been slow to reflect that truth,” said Ana Keller, GWEF Foundation President. “At a moment when wine is competing harder than ever for the attention of younger, more diverse consumers, the case for inclusion has never been more urgent. The professionals who understand those communities, who come from them, are exactly who this industry needs.”

Keller added: “Since 2020, we have funded more than 303 scholarships, and none of it happens without people who believe that those who will shape this industry’s future deserve a real chance to get there. Every donation, at any level, goes directly to a scholarship and to someone whose career, and whose life, will be changed by it.”

IN THE WORDS OF RECIPIENTS

“GWEF made it possible for me to receive the wine training and education I needed to become a Sommelier in a Michelin-starred restaurant,” said Lily Yu, 2020 GWEF scholarship recipient and Private Event Sommelier, formerly of the sommelier team at The Modern in New York City.

“Thanks to GWEF’s assistance and what I learned in the WSET 3, I took over as head sommelier and was soon promoted to Wine Director. I also am a winemaker now,” said Oceano Ordonez, 2021, 2023 and 2024 GWEF scholarship recipient, Wine Director at Donato Enoteca, and GWEF Emeritus Board Member.

“GWEF has been a transformative experience that has profoundly impacted my personal and professional growth. Through GWEF I have gained networking opportunities resulting in great relationships and collaborations within the wine industry,” said Cristian Medina, 2022 and 2024 GWEF scholarship recipient and Sommelier at Shelby’s in Atherton, California.

HOW TO SUPPORT THE MISSION

GWEF welcomes contributions at every level — every dollar donated goes directly to scholarship funding. Corporate sponsorship tiers and named scholarship opportunities are also available, including scholarships established in honor or memory of industry colleagues. Wine schools, industry organizations, and nonprofit partners interested in collaboration are also encouraged to connect.

The full 2026 Impact Report is here.

To donate, sponsor, or partner, visit https://www.glancywineeducationfoundation.org/.

ABOUT THE GLANCY WINE EDUCATION FOUNDATION

The Glancy Wine Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization established in 2020 and based in San Francisco, partnering nationally with three schools, the San Francisco Wine School, the International Wine Center and the American Wine School. GWEF is dedicated to assisting underserved communities with scholarships to further their professional wine education, with the goal of raising their earning power and increasing diversity in the wine industry. The Foundation holds a Four-Star Charity Navigator rating and Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency. Federal Tax ID #85-2516009. Learn more at https://www.glancywineeducationfoundation.org/ or follow @glancywineeducationfoundation on Instagram.

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Hillcrest Expands and Connects Community Living in La Verne with Gateway Neighborhood Project, Adding Seven New Homes

LA VERNE, Calif., May 7, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hillcrest, a senior living community in La Verne, is expanding and connecting its campus with the addition of the Gateway Project. The project includes a walkway connecting its east and west campuses, a new neighborhood of single-family homes, and the renovation of three existing homes.

Image caption: Hillcrest in La Verne is expanding and connecting its campus with the addition of the Gateway Project, which includes a new neighborhood of single-family homes, the renovation of three existing homes and a walkway connecting the east and west campuses.

The additions are designed to enhance everyday life in the community by adding direct pedestrian access between dining, wellness, and residential areas at Hillcrest. The zoning changes were unanimously approved by the La Verne City Council in March and mark the culmination of 80 years of planning and development to geographically unify the 50-acre campus.

“This project has been part of Hillcrest’s long-term planning and marks a key milestone in our long-term vision of community living,” said Shirley Turner, Director of Sales and Marketing at Hillcrest. “It brings both sides of our campus together and creates a stronger sense of connection for residents, thus becoming a Gateway to each other.”

As the senior housing industry prepares to handle the Silver Tsunami, with an estimated 10,000 baby boomers retiring daily, Hillcrest is experiencing increasing demand for independent living options in the San Gabriel Valley. With over 20 acres of vacant property, the community is well-positioned for growth and relevance as older adults seek retirement housing options.

The Gateway neighborhood will feature seven single-family homes designed for residents who want a low-maintenance lifestyle with access to on-campus services and independent living. Each residence will offer approximately 1,600 square feet, two-car garages, and modern layouts, including open-concept kitchens and single-level floor plans.

“The Gateway homes are ideally located within the Hillcrest community, central to the fitness center and our Meeting House. If you’re downsizing from a considerably larger home but are still looking for active, vibrant community living, this is the place for you,” said Turner.

The project builds on the success of Hillcrest’s Hawthorne neighborhood and reflects growing demand for residential living options that blend privacy with access to dining and wellness programs. Residents will have full access to Hillcrest’s suite of amenities, wellness programs, and continuum-of-care services.

Construction is expected to be completed between fall and winter 2027.

ABOUT HILLCREST

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

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AgingIN Opens Registration for Longevity Pre-Summit and 2026 Conference ‘Peak Purpose: Redefining How We Live and Age’

BALTIMORE, Md., May 7, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — AgingIN, a national leader advancing innovation in eldercare, has opened registration for its highly anticipated annual conference, “Peak Purpose: Redefining How We Live and Age.” The event will explore the impact of how people-first living improves care and strengthens culture while helping organizations perform better.

Image caption: AgingIN, a national leader advancing innovation in eldercare.

Designed for frontline care team members to executives across independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and PACE programs, the AgingIN 2026 conference includes practical learning and actionable strategies that can be applied immediately.

“Many of us got started in aging services because we care. Learning more person-centered strategies will help us lead more clearly, and be more aligned and better equipped to put people, not systems, at the center of our care,” said Susan Ryan, AgingIN CEO.

This year’s pre-conference experience, “The Longevity Summit: Living Longer, Living Better,” is headlined by keynote speaker Dr. Shelly Chadha of the World Health Organization, who will spotlight advancements and collaborative solutions to close the gap between healthspan and lifespan.

Throughout the summit, thought leaders, practitioners, and researchers will explore transformative approaches to well-being, integrated care models, and the role of innovation in extending quality of life for aging populations.

AgingIN encourages members of the media to register for complimentary access to key sessions, speakers, and insights shaping the future of aging services.

Registration is now open. To learn more and secure your spot, visit: https://aginginnovation.org/events/annual-conference/.

Additional details, including the conference microsite and full agenda, will be released soon.

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Lowell Chamber Orchestra Presents ‘Heroism’: A Free Concert Featuring Beethoven’s ‘Eroica,’ and an obscure work by Marianna Martines

LOWELL, Mass., April 15, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Lowell Chamber Orchestra (LCO) will close its seventh season with “Heroism,” a powerful and thought-provoking orchestral program on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Richard and Donahue Academic Arts Center in Middlesex Community College. True to LCO’s mission, the concert is free and open to the public.

Image Caption: Left: Guitarist Raley Beggs; Right: Composer Marianna Martines. Photo courtesy of LCO staff and Raley Beggs.

Centered around the theme of courage and resilience, “Heroism” brings together masterworks and contemporary voices in a program that culminates in Symphony No. 3 (Eroica) by Ludwig van Beethoven—a groundbreaking work that redefined the scope and emotional depth of the symphony.

A highlight of the program is the performance of Resiliens by Oliveira, the winner of LCO’s Call-for-Scores competition. The inclusion of this work reflects the orchestra’s ongoing commitment to supporting emerging composers and bringing new music to the stage alongside established repertoire.

Additional works on the program include music by Marianna Martines, and a guitar concerto by Joaquín Rodrigo – featuring guitarist and Middlesex Community College faculty Raley Beggs – offering audiences a rich and varied exploration of heroism across time, style, and perspective.

Under the direction of Music Director Orlando Cela, the Lowell Chamber Orchestra continues to build a unique model in the region: presenting ambitious, high-quality orchestral performances without ticket prices, ensuring that all members of the community have access to live classical music.

“Great music must belong to everyone,” said Cela. “This program stands at the intersection of past and present—where Beethoven’s vision meets the voices of minority and contemporary composers, and where community itself becomes an act of heroism.”

Founded by Cela with a mission to remove financial barriers to the arts, the Lowell Chamber Orchestra serves audiences throughout the Merrimack Valley and Greater Boston area. The ensemble is the resident orchestra at Middlesex Community College, regularly collaborates with local institutions, and has become a growing cultural presence in the region.

ABOUT THE LOWELL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA

The Lowell Chamber Orchestra is a nonprofit ensemble dedicated to presenting high-quality classical music performances that are free and accessible to all. Through innovative programming and community partnerships, LCO seeks to expand access to the arts while supporting both established and emerging artists.

Learn more: https://lowellchamberorchestra.org/

Concert: Heroism – Lowell Chamber Orchestra
Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Richard and Nancy Donahue Family Academic Arts Center’s Theatre, 240 Central Street, Lowell, MA 01851
Admission: Free and open to the public

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

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

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

Image caption: South Florida Medical and Behavioral Health Institute.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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About South Florida Medical and Behavioral Health Institute

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

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GHIRP to Host 5-Year Anniversary Spring Festival Amid Threats to Immigrant Legal Services and Growing ICE Presence

HOUSTON, Texas, April 2, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Galveston-Houston Immigrant Representation Project (GHIRP) will host its 5-Year Anniversary Spring Festival Fundraiser on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Dan Electro’s in Houston. The event will bring together community members and advocates to celebrate five years of impact while raising urgently needed funds to defend immigrants across the Galveston–Houston area.

Image caption: Galveston-Houston Immigrant Representation Project (GHIRP) 5-Year Anniversary Spring Festival Fundraiser.

This year’s Spring Festival comes at a pivotal and deeply challenging moment. Across Texas and the nation, immigrant communities are experiencing an expanded and increasingly aggressive ICE presence, while funding for legal services programs face growing threats. Together, these forces are pushing more children, survivors, and families into deportation proceedings without access to basic due process.

Legal representation is often the deciding factor between safety and separation, but access to attorneys and legal information remains alarmingly scarce. Nationwide, tens of thousands of people face immigration court each year without an attorney. In Texas, the gap is even more severe. As of the most recent data available (December 2025), only 27.8% of immigrants in deportation proceedings in Texas had legal representation, according to the Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse (TRAC). National research consistently shows that immigrants with attorneys are up to 5x more likely to be successful in their case than those forced to navigate the system alone, underscoring how devastating the lack of counsel can be.

GHIRP exists to close that gap. The team provides free, high-quality legal services to immigrants, including survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and other crimes; detained and unaccompanied immigrant children; and individuals seeking protection from deportation. Immigrants in the United States do not have the right to a government-appointed attorney, even when their freedom, safety, or family unity is at stake. Without representation, many are forced to navigate one of the most complex legal systems alone, often with life-altering consequences.

“Now more than ever, our community needs strong, well-resourced organizations standing up to protect immigrants confronting an immigration system that is becoming more punitive and less humane,” said Chiqui Sánchez Kennedy, Executive Director of GHIRP. “As enforcement expands and funding for supportive programs is threatened, the need for legal representation is growing more urgent every day.”

Over the past five years, GHIRP has built a proven model of holistic, trauma-informed legal representation, helping children, survivors, and families navigate one of the most complex immigration legal systems in the world. GHIRP’s mission is to build a resilient, diverse community by providing comprehensive representation and holistic legal services to immigrants in the Galveston-Houston area.

The Spring Festival Fundraiser is designed to be both a celebration and a call to action. This family-friendly event will feature live music, multicultural food, kids’ activities, raffles, and community performances, while reminding attendees that private and unrestricted donations from the community are increasingly essential to fill dangerous funding gaps and keep life-saving legal services available to those in need.

Proceeds from the event will directly support GHIRP’s free legal services, helping ensure that immigrants in our community are not forced to face detention and deportation proceedings alone.

Event Details:

Dan Electro’s, 1031 E 24th St, Houston, TX 77009
Saturday, April 25, 2026
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Tickets, sponsorships, and donations: https://ghirp.org/events/spring-festival-2026-fundraiser/

About GHIRP

The Galveston-Houston Immigrant Representation Project is a nonprofit organization of dedicated lawyers and legal professionals committed to providing high-quality legal services to immigrants in the Galveston-Houston area. GHIRP offers comprehensive representation and holistic legal support to protect the dignity, safety, and rights of immigrants.

GHIRP’s mission is to build a resilient, diverse community by providing comprehensive representation and holistic legal services to immigrants in need.

Website: https://ghirp.org/

Donate: https://ghirp.org/donate/

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Hearing Loss Is a Brain Health Issue: Six Risks and What to Do About Them

Neuroscientist Dr. Kelly Tremblay Explains Why Protecting Hearing is Key to Brain Health in the New Brain Bytes Episode

BALTIMORE, Md., April 2, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hearing loss affects one in three adults over age 65 and is a leading cause of years lived with disability worldwide. In its latest Brain Bytes micro-cast, AgingIN, a national leader advancing innovation in eldercare, features neuroscientist Kelly Tremblay, PhD, who highlights growing evidence that reframes hearing loss as a critical, and often overlooked, brain health issue.

Image caption: AgingIN, a national leader advancing innovation in eldercare, covers the importance of hearing loss and how it can affect brain health in its Brain Bytes micro-cast, featuring neuroscientist Dr. Kelly Tremblay.

“A powerful connection exists between hearing and brain health. Hearing is not just about sound. It is about cognition, connection, and long-term independence,” Tremblay says. “The good news is that hearing loss is not inevitable. In many cases, it’s preventable, detectable, and manageable.”

Over the past decade, research has advanced rapidly, reshaping how experts understand brain health. The focus is shifting from extending lifespan alone to actively protecting healthspan, and hearing is emerging as a key factor in maintaining cognitive vitality.

“Untreated hearing loss can lead to social withdrawal, early retirement, and reduced independence. Addressing it early helps individuals stay connected, active, and cognitively engaged,” continues Tremblay.

SIX DAILY STEPS TO PROTECT HEARING AS WE AGE:

Rethink hearing loss as a brain health issue.
Hearing loss does not just affect the ears. When the brain receives less sound input, the areas responsible for processing sound become damaged. Over time, this reduced stimulation prevents the brain from conveying and interpreting sound in a clear, meaningful way,even when sounds are made louder. Some research studies report hearing loss as a possible risk factor for dementia.
Do not assume hearing loss is inevitable.
A common misconception is that hearing loss simply comes with age. Tremblay emphasizes that lifestyle factors such as repeated exposure to loud noise, along with certain medical treatments, play a major role. Prevention starts earlier than most people think, beginning in our youth.
Watch for subtle early warning signs.
Hearing loss develops gradually, making it easy to miss. Often, others notice the changes before you do – because you might misunderstand what they said, or ask them to repeat themselves. Key indicators include difficulty following conversations, assuming others are mumbling and not speaking clearly, sensitivity to loud sounds (hyperacusis), and ringing in the ears (tinnitus).
Practice better “hearing hygiene” every day.
Protecting hearing is an ongoing habit. Reducing exposure to loud environments, being mindful of headphone volume, and addressing medical issues early can help preserve hearing over time. Small daily choices can have a long-term impact.
Get your hearing tested.
Testing is more accessible than many people realize. In addition to clinical evaluations, new options are available, such as online tools, mobile apps, and community-based screenings. Early detection is critical, not only to rule out medical concerns but also to maintain brain engagement.
Use the tools that keep you connected.
Hearing aids and assistive technologies can significantly improve your quality of life. Even though they don’t restore your hearing, because the ear and brain have been deprived of sounds for many years, they can still be very helpful. Traditional hearing aids and newer over-the-counter amplifiers can help you stay engaged in conversations, which is essential for brain health.

AgingIN continues the conversation at its annual conference, “Peak Purpose: Redefining How We Live and Age,” in Denver, August 10-13, where Tremblay will discuss the latest research on brain health and hearing with Dr. Shelly Chadha of the World Health Organization. Learn more: https://aginginnovation.org/events/annual-conference/

Brain Bytes, hosted by neuroscientist, audiologist, and World Health Organization advisor Dr. Kelly Tremblay, delivers quick, evidence-based insights that make brain science accessible and actionable. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience as a professor, researcher, advocate and clinician, Dr. Tremblay simplifies complex topics related to aging and brain health and shares them so people can age well.

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Lowell Chamber Orchestra Announces Young Artist Competition and Call-for-Scores Finalists

LOWELL, Mass., March 20, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Lowell Chamber Orchestra is proud to announce the finalists of its annual Young Artist Competition, along with the selection of 15 outstanding works from its Call-for-Scores initiative—together highlighting a vibrant season of emerging performers and composers.

Archival photo of the Lowell Chamber Orchestra Performing. Photo: Noya Photo.

Following a highly competitive preliminary round, a select group of young musicians has been chosen to advance as finalists in the Young Artist Competition. Representing exceptional talent from across the planet, these artists stood out for their technical command, musical sensitivity, and compelling artistry.

The finalists will perform in a live final round before a panel of distinguished judges. One winner will be selected to appear as featured soloists with the Lowell Chamber Orchestra in its upcoming season—an invaluable professional opportunity at a pivotal moment in their development—among other prizes.

In parallel, the orchestra’s Call-for-Scores attracted over 200 submissions from composers worldwide. After careful review, 15 scores have been selected to advance to a second round, with a new set of judges, from which one will be selected for performance in the orchestra’s 2026-2027 season. The selected scores reflect a diverse array of voices, styles, and creative perspectives. These selections underscore the orchestra’s commitment not only to performance excellence, but also to the cultivation of new music and living composers.

“Our mission is not only to perform great music, but to actively shape its future,” said Orlando Cela, the orchestra’s Music Director. “This year’s finalists and selected composers represent an exciting spectrum of creativity and talent. We are thrilled to support and showcase their work.”

The Lowell Chamber Orchestra continues to deepen its role as a cultural leader in the region by providing meaningful opportunities for both performers and composers. The Lowell Chamber Orchestra is Lowell’s only professional orchestra, and its concerts are free to the public, overcoming the socio-economic barriers that separate audiences from the best performances of classical music.

For more information about the competitions, selected composers, and upcoming performances, please visit https://lowellchamberorchestra.org/

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Global Foundation Launches to Reawaken Cultural Identity

Guardians of Culture & Arts Foundation launches international initiative to preserve endangered heritage through music, film, and cultural awareness

LAS VEGAS, Nev., March 17, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — For centuries, the first sacred music written in the Americas lay hidden in archives, waiting to be rediscovered. Now, an international effort is bringing those voices back to life. The Guardians of Culture & Arts Foundation (GOCA), a newly established 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Las Vegas, has officially launched with a mission to preserve, protect, and revitalize cultural heritage through music and the arts. Through international collaboration among artists, scholars, historians, and cultural leaders, the foundation seeks to rediscover endangered traditions and help communities reconnect with their identities.

Image caption: The Guardians of Culture & Arts Foundation (GOCA).

GOCA’s inaugural event will take place August 1, 2026, at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles, California, where sacred Baroque music from Perú — silent for more than 300 years — will be reawakened in a grand performance.

ABOUT THE GUARDIANS OF CULTURE & ARTS FOUNDATION

Rather than focusing solely on archival preservation, GOCA emphasizes living cultural experience. Through documentary storytelling, concerts, and educational initiatives, the foundation raises awareness of traditions that still exist but are often overlooked — from music and language to culinary heritage and architecture. Proceeds are reinvested directly into the communities whose traditions are being preserved, supporting music education, instruments and training for young musicians, and programs that help sustain language and artistic heritage.

LEADERSHIP VISION

The foundation was established by Dennis Bonilla (Founding Trustee, Chairman & Chief Learning Officer), David Rodriguez (Founding Trustee & Chief Executive Officer), and Robert Golden (Founding Trustee & President) in response to a growing global need to protect endangered cultural expressions. Together, they envision a world where sacred traditions are not forgotten, but rediscovered and brought forward for future generations.

“Guardians of Culture & Arts exists to preserve, protect, and revitalize music and art as living expressions of cultural identity — not artifacts behind glass, but works that are performed again, studied again, and honored again,” said Dennis Bonilla, Founding Trustee, Chairman and Chief Learning Officer.

“Cultural identity lives in the music, stories, and traditions that communities carry across generations. When these works are restored and performed again, communities reconnect with their heritage and the world gains a deeper understanding of its shared history and unity,” said David Rodriguez, Founding Trustee and Chief Executive Officer.

“Cultural heritage is one of humanity’s most valuable resources, yet many artistic traditions are disappearing without recognition. Through initiatives like The Lost Music of Perú, GOCA is working to ensure these extraordinary works are rediscovered, performed, and carried into the future,” said Robert Golden, Founding Trustee and President.

THE LOST MUSIC OF PERÚ

“The Lost Music of Perú” is an international documentary and cultural project exploring sacred Baroque compositions from the viceroyal period — hidden in Peruvian archives for more than three centuries. These works reflect a remarkable fusion of European, Indigenous, and African influences that shaped the spiritual and cultural identity of the Americas. During the viceroyal era, Perú emerged as one of the continent’s most vital cultural centers, producing music, architecture, and visual arts that influenced the broader hemisphere, along with agricultural and culinary traditions that continue to shape global culture today. Through historical research, documentary filmmaking, and live performance spanning multiple countries, the project traces the rediscovery of these manuscripts and the musicians and communities working to restore them.

ABOUT THE AUGUST 1 EVENT

The concert is presented in coordination with the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels – Los Angeles, and the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. The concert, recognized by the respective embassies as part of the 200th year celebration of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Perú, will feature orchestras, choirs, and musicians from across the Americas performing rediscovered sacred compositions that have not been widely heard for centuries. The event will be streamed globally.

“This project represents more than a concert,” said Rodriguez. “It is a moment of cultural restoration — music that has been silent for centuries will once again be heard in a majestic sacred space, a setting designed for voices that endure across time.”

The concert will also be documented as part of a forthcoming film — ensuring its impact extends far beyond a single evening and into a lasting cultural record.

A GLOBAL CALL TO CULTURAL STEWARDSHIP

GOCA invites communities, scholars, supporters, and cultural partners worldwide to join this work. These traditions belong to all of us — and preserving them honors identity, memory, and the shared human story. To learn more or to become a Guardian, visit https://gocafoundation.org/.

EVENT INFORMATION

Title: The Lost Music of Perú — A Live Cultural Event

Date: August 1, 2026

Location: Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, 555 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Streaming: Available globally

Learn More: https://gocafoundation.org/the-lost-music-of-per

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Hillcrest Hosts ‘Luck O’ the Draw’ Philanthropy Event to Support RESIDENTS IN NEED

LA VERNE, Calif., March 12, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hillcrest will host its annual Luck O’ the Draw fundraiser to support its benevolence funds, which assist residents who have outlived their financial resources and allow them to continue to live at Hillcrest. The community invites residents, supporters and neighbors to join them on Tuesday, March 17, at 6:30 p.m. for an evening of music, dessert and philanthropy in the Hillcrest Meeting House, 2705 Mountain View Drive, La Verne, CA 91750. The organizers aim to raise $400,000, their most aggressive target to date, underscoring the scale of the need.

Image caption: The community is invited to the Luck O’ the Draw fundraiser on March 17, which supports Hillcrest’s benevolence funds. All donations are tax-deductible.

“At Hillcrest, community means caring for one another through every season of life,” said Shirley Turner, Director of Sales and Marketing, Hillcrest. “Our community is in a ‘mini’ Blue Zone with many residents living into their 90s and as centenarians. Their longevity is inspiring and keeps our focus on health and wellness and strong social programs, all of which help older adults live long lives with respect and dignity.”

In 2025, Hillcrest’s benevolence funds gave over $600,000 to help 44 residents live out their final years at Hillcrest, reflecting the nonprofit senior community’s longstanding commitment to stewardship and compassion. Through the support of donors, residents and community members, Hillcrest can continue providing stability, dignity and peace of mind for those who need it most

“As a resident of Hillcrest, I’m moved by the generous spirit here, and how we come together to support our residents through donations to the benevolence funds,” said Jacqueline Doud, chair of Hillcrest’s Philanthropy and Advisory committee. “Events like Luck O’ the Draw help ensure that residents who once planned responsibly can remain part of this vibrant community even if life takes an unexpected financial turn.”

The event on March 17 includes a suggested donation of $100 per person, a musical program, sweet treats and an exciting raffle drawing featuring several prizes. Three winners will receive cash prizes of $1,000, $500 and $250, while the evening’s grand prize includes a seven-night stay at a two-bedroom, two-bath condo at the Pono Kai Resort in Kauai, Hawaii, along with $500 in cash.

To RSVP or purchase tickets, please call the Philanthropy Department at 909-392-4309 for additional information.

About Hillcrest

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

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Petco Love Invests $15,000 in Sacramento SPCA to Save and Improve the Lives of Pets in Sacramento

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 26, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Sacramento SPCA received a $15,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of their lifesaving work for pets in Sacramento. For nearly 30 years, the Sacramento SPCA has operated a low-cost spay and neuter clinic dedicated to reducing pet overpopulation. Today, the shelter’s Zoe K. McCrea Animal Health Center ranks in the nation’s top five clinics performing high-volume spay and neuter surgeries at a single location, providing high-quality care at scale in South Sacramento.

Photo caption: A litter of puppies who were recently spayed and neutered at the Sacramento SPCA.

“This investment by Petco Love allows us to continue providing affordable spay and neuter services for our community, reducing pet overpopulation across shelters throughout our region and saving more lives,” said Jennifer Brent, CEO of the Sacramento SPCA.

In 2025, the shelter altered 21,733 animals, including more than 6,800 community cats, catapulting the shelter past a 350,000-surgery milestone. In addition, the clinic received four national Snippy Award nominations for their lifesaving leadership in high-volume spay and neuter, vaccinations, microchips, and being a champion for community cats.

Petco Love is a national nonprofit leading change for pets by harnessing the power of love to make communities and pet families closer, stronger, and healthier. Since its founding in 1999, Petco Love has invested more than $430 million in adoption and other lifesaving efforts. And Petco Love helps find loving homes for pets in partnership with Petco and more than 4,000 organizations — like ours — across North America, with more than 7.1 million pets adopted and counting.

“Our investment in the Sacramento SPCA is part of more than $12M in investments recently announced by Petco Love to power local organizations across the country as part of our commitment to create a future in which no pet is unnecessarily euthanized,” said Chelsea Staley, President of Petco Love. “Our local investments are only part of our strategy to empower animal lovers to drive lifesaving change right alongside us. We launched Petco Love Lost, a free national lost and found database that uses photo-matching technology to simplify the search for lost pets.”

“As the region’s only full-service, 100% nonprofit animal shelter, we are honored to be a national leader in providing low-cost and no-cost spay and neuter services to those who need them most in Sacramento—serving the public, partner shelters, rescue organizations, and community cat advocates,” said Brent. “We are deeply grateful for the support of our community—individuals, local businesses, and foundations—who make this lifesaving care possible for pets and the people who love them.”

ABOUT THE SACRAMENTO SPCA

Founded in 1892, the Sacramento SPCA has been providing homeless animals with individual comfort, shelter, and love for more than 134 years. We provide compassionate medical care to tens of thousands of animals annually and offer a variety of programs and services designed to keep people and pets together for life. Visit https://www.sspca.org/ for more information and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn.

ABOUT PETCO LOVE

Petco Love is a life-changing nonprofit organization that makes communities and pet families closer, stronger, and healthier. Since our founding in 1999, we’ve empowered animal welfare organizations by investing more than $430 million in adoption and other lifesaving efforts. We’ve helped find loving homes for more than 7.1 million pets in partnership with Petco and organizations nationwide. Our love for pets drives us to lead with innovation, creating tools animal lovers need to reunite lost pets, and lead with passion, inspiring and mobilizing communities and our more than 4,000 animal welfare partners to drive lifesaving change alongside us. Is love calling you? Join us. Visit https://petcolove.org/ or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, Threads, and LinkedIn to be part of the lifesaving work we lead every day.

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Impact 100 Jersey Coast Awards $100,000 Grant to Move For Hunger to Address Food Insecurity in Monmouth and Ocean Counties

SHREWSBURY, N.J., Feb. 26, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Impact 100 Jersey Coast has awarded a $100,000 grant to Move For Hunger, a national nonprofit dedicated to reducing food waste and fighting hunger, to support expanded food recovery and delivery efforts across Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

Photo caption: Bridget Foley, Director of Multifamily Memberships at Move For Hunger, accepts the grant award from Impact 100 Jersey Coast.

Move For Hunger works at the intersection of food recovery and transportation, partnering with farms, food companies, distributors, and a national network of transportation providers to redirect surplus food—such as short-dated inventory and rejected loads—from landfills to local food banks and pantries at no cost to receiving organizations.

Food insecurity in Monmouth and Ocean Counties has increased by 25% since 2019, with approximately 121,500 residents now facing hunger, while nearly 38% of food produced nationwide goes to waste. This grant will enable Move For Hunger to deliver 160,000 pounds of food locally, including 100,000 pounds of fresh produce and protein, while eliminating transportation barriers by leveraging donated and discounted trucking services. Deliveries will be matched to real-time requests from local food banks and pantries to ensure efficient and responsive distribution. Move For Hunger will also host a community-based educational event in 2026 focused on food waste, hunger awareness, and expanding local recovery partnerships.

“Food should never be a luxury,” said Adam Lowy, Founder and Executive Director of Move For Hunger. “This support allows us to move more food, more efficiently, to neighbors who need it most—while preventing perfectly good food from going to waste.”

Support from Impact 100 Jersey Coast advances shared priorities of addressing unmet community needs, directly serving underserved populations, and delivering measurable, high-impact outcomes. Together, Impact 100 Jersey Coast and Move For Hunger are working to strengthen local food systems and build a more food-secure future for communities across Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

“Impact 100 Jersey Coast is honored to partner with Move For Hunger to expand access to fresh, nutritious food across Monmouth and Ocean Counties,” said Lori Mallon, Grantee Liaison for Move to Hunger at Impact 100 Jersey Coast. “By investing in Move For Hunger’s innovative recovery and distribution network, we are helping ensure that more local families, seniors, and children have reliable access to healthy meals – helping our neighbors thrive with dignity and security.”

ABOUT MOVE FOR HUNGER

Move For Hunger is a national nonprofit organization that fights hunger and food waste by mobilizing the moving, relocation, and multi-family housing industries to rescue surplus food and deliver it to local food banks. Since 2009, Move For Hunger’s network has delivered over 72 million pounds of food, providing more than 60 million meals to those in need across the U.S. and Canada.

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

ABOUT IMPACT 100 JERSEY COAST

Impact 100 Jersey Coast is a women’s collective giving circle that raises awareness of our community’s most pressing needs and funds transformational grants for high-impact projects addressing those needs.

For information regarding membership or applying for a grant: http://www.impact100jerseycoast.org/.

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National Solo Aging Expert Dr. Sara Zeff Geber to Lead Hillcrest LaVerne Seminar on Planning for a Secure Future

LA VERNE, Calif., Feb. 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hillcrest, a senior living community in La Verne, Calif., is hosting nationally recognized solo aging expert Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, PhD, founder of LifeEncore, for an educational seminar focused on preparing solo agers for the future. The free event will take place on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and will cover legal and financial strategies for maintaining independence. A solo ager is defined as anyone, single or partnered, who does not have children or is aging alone for any reason.

Image Caption: Dr. Sara Geber, national solo aging expert, is leading a series to empower solo agers at Hillcrest on Feb. 26 at 2:00 p.m.

According to AARP, approximately 24 million U.S. adults aged 50 and older live alone, and that number is rising (https://www.aarp.org/family-relationships/solo-aging.html).

The interactive presentation is based on Dr. Geber’s 2018 book, “Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers.” Participants will receive helpful planning resources as they look toward the future.

“Hillcrest is home to many solo agers, and we’ve built a thriving community to support them,” said Shirley Turner, Director of Sales and Marketing at Hillcrest. Under Turner’s guidance, Hillcrest has responded to the rise in solo aging by creating programs specifically for this group, including a complimentary Summer Camp event and focus groups to better understand solo agers’ goals, interests and what matters most in this stage of life. As a result of Hillcrest’s efforts, the community’s population of solo-aging residents has increased.

In the presentation, Dr. Geber will share advice on how to be your own best advocate in the years ahead and outline the steps to build a rich life, regardless of family support. She’ll

share options and decisions necessary to create a fulfilling life now and a secure future in the years ahead, including:

Identifying what matters most
Finding resources beyond family to provide for your needs as you age
Considering how and where you want to live
Navigating post-retirement life

“Looking at aging as a solo ager requires a robust approach to planning to meet unique needs in later life. We know older adults have peace of mind knowing their plans align with their goals and lifestyle, and that is the goal of our conversation at Hillcrest,” said Dr. Geber.

Register for the session: https://liveathillcrest.org/event/solo-aging-series-session-two-planning-for-one-legal-and-financial-confidence-for-solo-agers/

Image Caption: Hillcrest’s senior community in La Verne, Calif., is home to many solo agers, including resident Karen Watts and her puppy Gracie.

About Hillcrest

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

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Run 2 The Rescue Featured in PEOPLE – Major National Spotlight Amplifies Mission to Save Dogs from China’s Dog Meat Trade

Since launching roughly 18 months ago, Run 2 The Rescue has saved over 220 dogs

NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 17, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Run 2 The Rescue, a Sag Harbor–based nonprofit with rescue operations and a shelter in Beijing, China, has been featured in PEOPLE in an exclusive story highlighting the dramatic transformation of Kronk, an injured Malamute rescued from the dog meat trade.

Photo caption: Kronk healthy and happy in his new home, and his new role as the new Run 2 The Rescue Ambassador.

The PEOPLE feature details Kronk’s survival and recovery after he was found severely underweight with impaired mobility, including injuries consistent with multiple untreated skull fractures and neurological damage. After intensive veterinary care and rehabilitation coordinated by Run 2 The Rescue, Kronk later traveled to the U.S. in summer 2025 and was ultimately adopted by Run 2 The Rescue co-founder Brandy Cherven.

A feature in PEOPLE represents a major milestone in national visibility: PEOPLE’s digital platform draws massive monthly readership reporting 187+ million monthly visits as of mid-2025. This coverage substantially expands awareness of Run 2 The Rescue’s work — and accelerates support for urgent rescues still underway in China.

“Kronk is the kind of dog most people would overlook because his story starts in such darkness — but that’s exactly why we exist,” said Brandy Cherven, Co-Founder of Run 2 The Rescue. “When PEOPLE tells that story, it doesn’t just spotlight one dog. It shines a light on what’s happening in China and what rescue can do when people step in.”

Attorney and co-founder Bonnie Klapper added: “Our mission is simple: get them out, get them safe, get them healing — and then fight for the kind of future they’ve never known. We’re grateful to PEOPLE for bringing credibility and scale to this issue, and to readers everywhere who choose compassion over helplessness.”

The story was written by Kelli Bender, PEOPLE’s Pets Editor, who has 15 years of experience covering pet and entertainment stories and has been with PEOPLE for more than a decade.

Since launching roughly 18 months ago, Run 2 The Rescue has saved over 220 dogs, providing emergency medical intervention, rehabilitation, and adoption placement — often for animals pulled from extreme neglect and high-risk situations.

To learn more about Run 2 The Rescue: https://run2therescue.com/

READ THE PEOPLE FEATURE

PEOPLE story: https://people.com/injured-malamute-with-crooked-head-transforms-after-dog-meat-farm-rescue-11904110

ABOUT RUN 2 THE RESCUE

Run 2 The Rescue is a New York-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue organization with active rescue operations and sheltering in Beijing, China. The organization rescues abused, abandoned, and at-risk dogs—providing medical care, rehabilitation, and international adoption support to give each animal a true second chance. https://run2therescue.com/adopt/

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Photo caption: Kronk healthy and happy in his new home, and his new role as the new Run 2 The Rescue Ambassador.

NEWS SOURCE: Run 2 The Rescue

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Hillcrest Gallery Showcases Ganesha High School Student Art Honoring Black History Month

LA VERNE, Calif., Feb. 12, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Gallery at Hillcrest will host an on-site showcase of advanced art by Ganesha High School students in grades 10 through 12, opening February 20 in celebration of Black History Month. Hillcrest is a nonprofit senior community that supports local artists through its on-campus gallery.

Photo caption: The Gallery at Hillcrest will showcase an exhibit featuring Ganesha High School students’ graphite portraits and graphic art in honor of Black History Month, starting Feb. 20.

Titled “Acknowledgement of Influence,” the exhibit will feature graphite portraits and graphic art honoring influential African American figures in the students’ lives.

“I was introduced to The Gallery at Hillcrest by my mother, Gwen Carr, who is a Hillcrest resident,” said Kevin Tharpe, Ganesha art instructor. “My advanced art students have been working very hard on their creations, as well as the essays each will present to explain their piece.”

The gallery opening will take place on Friday, February 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at The Gallery at Hillcrest, located at 2705 Mountain View Drive, La Verne, CA 91750. The exhibit runs through March. Hillcrest will be presenting certificates of honor to the students during the opening.

Barbara Smythe, manager of The Gallery at Hillcrest, says, “We are so fortunate to celebrate the work of Kevin and his advanced art students at their third gallery opening. Each of their shows has been unique, not only in its art form but also in its subject matter. It’s an art experience for all ages, including the students, our residents and patrons.”

The student gallery show is a rewarding experience for both the students and Tharpe. “Some of my past students who have graduated have returned to tell me how much participating in the gallery impacted them. Not only through their artistic expressions, but in building confidence, speaking in front of an audience, describing their motivations and technique.”

In addition to teaching, Tharpe is the founder of TFGlab.com (Tharpe Flavored Graphics), where he creates custom graphics, photography, app design, freehand graphite drawings and stippling. Select works by Tharpe will also be on display at The Gallery at Hillcrest.

As a local nonprofit, The Gallery at Hillcrest supports local artists and features rotating exhibits that highlight cultural diversity and enrich the community through opening receptions, learning opportunities, and ways to spark conversation.

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Photo caption: The Gallery at Hillcrest will showcase an exhibit featuring Ganesha High School students’ graphite portraits and graphic art in honor of Black History Month, starting Feb. 20.

NEWS SOURCE: Hillcrest

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The contest runs January 23 through April 15, 2026.

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

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

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

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

ABOUT THE AMERICAN HANDWRITING ANALYSIS FOUNDATION

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

Visit https://ahafhandwriting.org/

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About Hillcrest

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

CITATIONS:

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

NEWS SOURCE: Hillcrest

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Glancy Wine Education Foundation Announces New Fundraising Chair

Brandon Ford Builds on a National Expansion Effort for 2026

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Jan. 6, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF) is pleased to announce Brandon Ford as the organization’s new Fundraising Chair. Having joined the GWEF Board in July 2025, just as the organization marked their 5th year anniversary, Ford steps into a dedicated role focused on expanding the national and international reach of the organization’s fundraising and sponsorship programs.

Image caption: Brandon Ford.

With a multidisciplinary background that includes WSET Advanced Certificate credentials and degrees in nursing, law, and business, Ford is a Sales Director at Formulated Solutions and is focused on innovation and entrepreneurial advancements in the personal care field. He is a supporter of change and community development locally in Summit County, Ohio where he is an elected councilman.

Brandon Ford has been involved in the wine industry for close to 20 years and has extensive teaching experience with the American Wine School, who partnered with Glancy Wine Education Foundation in 2025, and he actively advocates for making wine education more accessible to those who have been underrepresented in the industry.

“I’m honored to lead the Glancy Wine Education Foundation Fundraising Committee and look forward to expanding the reach of the organization and building a robust national fundraising effort,” said Ford. “Supporting this mission is both a personal and professional calling for me.”

GWEF President Ana Keller shares, “As we mark our 5th year anniversary and identify our expansion goals for the next five years, Brandon is an incredibly welcome addition to our organization. His entrepreneurial vision, cross functional skills and passion for community are just the elements we need to advance to the next level. We are thrilled to have him lead this committee in concert with our hard-working, all volunteer, board.”

Since its founding in 2020, GWEF has awarded over 270 scholarships totaling $365,000 to aspiring wine professionals from underserved communities nationwide. The foundation maintains a four-star rating from Charity Navigator and a Platinum Transparency rating from Candid’s GuideStar. The GWEF annual online auction, along with the generosity from sponsors including the Gerard Basset Foundation, the Chaine des Rotisseurs among others, has helped the organization meet its fundraising goals for 2025. Continued interest and support of the Foundation’s mission highlights the overwhelming industry interest in supporting the diversity and growth of wine industry professionals.

GWEF’s educational partnerships now span San Francisco, New York, Chicago, Detroit, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, providing access to WSET qualifications, Society of Wine Educators certifications, Wine Scholar Guild programs, and other specialized wine education courses.

Professionals in need of financial aid are encouraged to apply for scholarships year-round at GlancyWineEducationFoundation.org. Applications are available in Spanish and English, with awards made monthly.

About The Glancy Wine Education Foundation

Established in 2020, The Glancy Wine Education Foundation (GWEF) is a registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, not-for-profit organization dedicated to assisting underserved and minority communities with scholarships to further their professional wine education, increase diversity, and raise earning power. GWEF has a four-star rating from Charity Navigator and a Platinum Transparency rating from Candid. Find out more at https://www.glancywineeducationfoundation.org/.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Kimberly Noelle Charles, DipWSET and Board Member
kimberly@glancywineeducationfoundation.org
415-701-9463

Angela Slade, Slade Consultancy
angela@sladeconsultancy.com
415-819-5131

NEWS SOURCE: Glancy Wine Education Foundation

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

ABOUT RUN 2 THE RESCUE

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

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

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

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NEWS SOURCE: Run 2 The Rescue

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The Gift That Feels Different: How ClearGivers Turns Holiday Shopping into Giving That Matters

This season, ClearGivers invites donors to experience the joy of shopping for good by helping charities, supporting local businesses, and feeling the true spirit of giving

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Dec. 16, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — This holiday season, ClearGivers offers a new kind of giving experience, one that blends the joy of shopping with the purpose of philanthropy. Founded by Aisha Kumari, the innovative platform connects donors, local businesses, and charities in a seamless online marketplace designed to make generosity feel personal and immediate.

Image caption: ClearGivers.

“ClearGivers turns the act of giving into something you can truly feel,” said Aisha Kumari, “because you’re not just donating – you’re choosing exactly what a charity needs and buying it right on the ClearGivers platform from a local business. It’s meaningful, simple, and joyful.”

Through ClearGivers, charities post wishlists of goods and services, local vendors list their products, and donors browse and purchase directly for the causes they care about. Every dollar donated goes entirely to the charity and the local business providing the item.

Unlike traditional donation platforms, 100% of each contribution through ClearGivers reaches the charity, thanks to its partnership with GoodBee, a software company that covers the platform’s operational costs.

The result is a double gift: one that uplifts local economies while fulfilling tangible needs. “Each dollar has twice the impact,” said Kumari, “You’re supporting your community and a cause at the same time.”

The ClearGivers’ platform design makes the experience familiar yet transformative. Donors enjoy an interface that feels like online shopping, but instead of buyer’s remorse, they experience gratitude and connection. “We wanted to make generosity accessible and enjoyable,” Kumari said, “It’s retail therapy with purpose.”

For charities, it’s an efficient and empowering model: they receive precisely what they request, when they need it. For small businesses, it opens a new sales channel and deepens community relationships. And, for donors, it brings the warmth of holiday giving back to the forefront of a digital world.

“This time of year, people want to give in ways that feel real and make a connection,” Kumari said, “With ClearGivers, they can see exactly where their gift goes and how it helps. It’s what the holidays are meant to be about.”

ABOUT CLEARGIVERS

ClearGivers is a nonprofit charity aggregator and marketplace designed to connect charities, local businesses, and donors in a single transparent giving platform. Founded by CEO Aisha Kumari, ClearGivers enables donors to purchase goods and services directly for registered charities while supporting small businesses in their communities. Through its partnership with Good Bee, 100% of all donations reach the charities they are intended to support.

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

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

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

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

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

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

TIPS FOR SENIORS TO STAY ENGAGED:

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

HILLCREST’S COMMITMENT TO HOLISTIC SEASONAL WELLNESS

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

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

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Florida Family Launches Foundation to Battle Hard-to-Treat Leukemia and Support Patients and Families

New Non-Profit Also Announces Plans to Engage Bright Futures Student Volunteers

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Dec. 2, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Jackson Copeland Foundation has officially launched, announcing a dual mission to fund research into high-risk leukemia variants and provide critical financial support to patients and families navigating the devastating costs of leukemia treatment.

Image caption: The Jackson Copeland Foundation, Inc.

The Foundation was established by Jeff and Claire Copeland in honor of their son, Jackson Rees Copeland, a U.S. Navy Reserve Intelligence Specialist and St. Petersburg College student who passed away in May 2024 at the age of 22, following a courageous two-year battle with acute myeloid leukemia (AML).

While cure rates for some leukemias have improved significantly in recent decades, other aggressive forms—such as the AML-FLT3 variant that Jackson fought—remain difficult to treat and often result in poor outcomes. The Jackson Copeland Foundation is dedicated to closing this gap by funding research specifically targeting these resistant leukemia subtypes.

“We know that curing leukemia is a lofty goal, but we are playing the long game,” said Jeff Copeland, Founder and CEO. “It may not happen in our lifetimes, but our foundation will live on until it does. In the meantime, we are honored to support the patients, families, and caregivers currently in the fight.”

Beyond research, the Foundation addresses the immediate, crushing burden of a diagnosis. Recognizing the physical, emotional, and financial toll of the disease, the Foundation provides direct assistance to families for:

Travel and Housing: Offsetting the costs of traveling to specialized treatment centers.
Treatment and Medication: Bridging the gap for expenses not covered by insurance.
Education: Ensuring patients and survivors can continue their academic goals.

“Jackson’s bravery and indomitable spirit were an inspiration to everyone who knew him,” the Foundation states. “We are channeling that spirit into a relentless pursuit of better treatments and a cure, ensuring no family has to face this battle alone.”

Additionally, the Foundation plans to mobilize Florida high school students qualifying for Bright Futures Scholarships by curating personalized volunteer and service-learning opportunities. This initiative aims to connect students with meaningful community service while fulfilling their scholarship requirements.

The Foundation is now accepting donations and volunteer applications. To learn more about Jackson’s story, request assistance, or support the mission, please visit https://jacksoncopeland.org/.

About The Jackson Copeland Foundation

Based in St. Petersburg, Florida, The Jackson Copeland Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to ending leukemia through the funding of high-impact research and the provision of compassionate support to patients and families.

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Stirrups ‘n Strides Hosts ‘1950’s Happy Days Sock Hop’ Casino Fundraiser in Ocala with Support from Casino Party Planners Florida

OCALA, Fla., Dec. 1, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Grab your leather jackets and poodle skirts! On Saturday, December 6, the Mary Sue Rich Community Center in Ocala will be transformed into a 1950s-style dance hall and casino for the “Happy Days Sock Hop,” a high-energy holiday fundraiser for Stirrups ’n Strides Therapeutic Riding Center, Casino Party Planners Florida announced today.

Image caption: Stirrups ‘n Strides Hosts ‘1950’s Happy Days Sock Hop’ Casino Fundraiser in Ocala with Support from Casino Party Planners Florida.

From 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., guests will enjoy a night of retro fun featuring live 50s music, dancing, a delicious buffet dinner, a silent auction, and full-scale casino gaming courtesy of Casino Party Planners Florida. With blackjack, double roulette, and over 45 Vegas-style gaming positions, the evening promises a nostalgic blast from the past, all to support the center’s equine therapy programs for children, adults, and veterans.

Now in its second year as a casino night, the event blends entertainment with purpose, raising funds to support riders with autism, cerebral palsy, PTSD, and more. Stirrups ’n Strides, based in Citra, Florida, is a PATH International Premier Accredited Center, offering horseback riding, carriage driving, and equine-assisted therapy to individuals of all abilities.

Casino Party Planners Florida has outfitted the event with professional dealers, raffle tickets, and authentic casino tables, all delivered with signature flair and a smile.

“We’re honored to be part of this incredible fundraiser,” said Michelle Stanger, General Manager of Casino Party Planners Florida. “It’s a perfect mix of fun and heart, and it makes a real difference.”

About Stirrups ’n Strides

Stirrups ’n Strides Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc. is a nonprofit that offers equine-assisted therapy to children, adults, and veterans with physical, mental, and emotional challenges. Their mission is to empower individuals through the healing power of horses. Learn more at https://www.stirrupsnstrides.com/.

About Casino Party Planners Florida

Casino Party Planners Florida delivers immersive casino experiences for fundraisers, private parties, and corporate events across the state. With professional dealers, authentic tables, and turnkey service, CPP transforms any venue into an unforgettable casino night. Learn more at https://www.casinopartyplannersflorida.com/.

EVENT DETAILS:

Name: 1950s Happy Days Sock Hop Fundraiser

Date & Time: Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Location: Mary Sue Rich Community Center, 1824 NW 21st Ave, Ocala, FL 34475

Tickets & Info: Call Betty Gray at 352-427-3569 or Brandi Lashinski at 352-286-2519

MEDIA CONTACT:
Michelle Stanger
Casino Party Planners Florida
michelle@cpp-fl.com
352-598-3641

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About Move For Hunger

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

Learn more at https://moveforhunger.org/

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Music City Drop Comes to Nashville: Rappel 20 Stories to Fight Hunger

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 12, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Move For Hunger, a national hunger relief nonprofit, is bringing an unforgettable experience to downtown Nashville this fall. The Music City Drop invites brave participants to rappel 20 stories down the Omni Hotel while raising awareness and critical funds to fight hunger and food waste.

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

Hunger continues to affect 47 million Americans, including 1 in 5 children in Tennessee, while nearly 40% of food produced goes to waste. This unique event shines a spotlight on the crisis and fuels Move For Hunger’s nationwide food recovery efforts.

With a goal of providing 600,000 meals, 92 participants will descend the side of the Omni, supported by a growing roster of corporate sponsors including Rice Krispies Treats, Kroger, People Magazine, Dollar General and other national partners.

“Music City Drop isn’t just an adrenaline rush—it’s a statement,” said Adam Lowy, Executive Director, Move For Hunger. “Each step down the building represents hope for families who don’t know where their next meal will come from.”

EVENT DETAILS:

Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Location: Omni Hotel, Downtown Nashville

Who Can Participate: Individuals and Teams

To register to rappel, volunteer, or sponsor, visit: https://moveforhunger.org/music-city-drop

ABOUT MOVE FOR HUNGER:

Move For Hunger is a non-profit organization that mobilizes transportation resources to deliver surplus food to communities in need. In addition to recovering food for our nation’s food banks, Move For Hunger organizes hundreds of educational and impactful team building events each year. To date, they have delivered more than 52 million meals to communities in need. For more information, or to find out how you can get involved, visit https://www.MoveForHunger.org/.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About Hillcrest

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

NEWS SOURCE: Hillcrest

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