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Caring.com Report Finds 72% of Gen Zers Plan To Care For Aging Parents, Only 16% Aware of Senior Care Costs

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Gen Zers who plan to be involved in their parents’ senior care anticipate their parents moving in with them or them serving as their parents’ primary or supportive caregivers

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Caring.com, a leading senior living referral service and the nation’s top site for senior care reviews, has published a recent report that examines how Gen Zers plan to care for their parents as they age. The report also shares insight into Gen Xers’ and Baby Boomers’ expectations of their children’s involvement in their future senior care. Overall, Caring.com experts surveyed 1,500 American adults from Gen Zers to Baby Boomers.

According to the 2023 survey, 72% of Gen Z adult respondents plan to be involved in their parents’ future care. However, only 61% of adults in Gen X and the Baby Boomer generation believe their children will be involved in their future senior care. Gen Zers who plan to be involved anticipate that either their parents will move in, or they may take on a primary or supportive caregiver role.

Furthermore, 60% of Gen Z respondents plan to provide ‘full’ or ‘partial financial support’ for future care costs. On the contrary, only 45% of Gen X and Baby Boomer respondents anticipate their children will fully and partially cover future care costs. Despite Gen Z’s willingness to care for their aging parents, only 16% are aware of the average annual cost of full-time senior care: $50,000 to $70,000. Furthermore, less than 4 in 10 Gen X and Baby Boomers have talked to their children about their future care plans.

“Our survey clearly outlines discrepancies between Gen Z’s plans and Gen X and Baby Boomers’ expectations regarding future senior care needs and associated costs,” says Susann Crawford, VP of Sales at Caring.com. “While aging may be a sensitive and scary topic to bring up, these family discussions help ensure that everyone is on the same page and initiate the future planning process.”

Survey results also highlight why 10% of Gen Z respondents do not plan to be involved in their parents’ care. Among this group:

  • 33% say they ‘don’t think they will have enough money’
  • 31% say they ‘don’t think they will close enough’
  • 29% say ‘someone else will do it’

Additionally, among Gen X and Baby Boomer respondents who do not believe their children will provide care:

  • 40% say their children ‘won’t be willing to spend the time or money it would take’
  • 38% say their children ‘don’t think they will close enough’
  • 32% say their children ‘won’t have enough time to provide care’

In partnership with PollFish, Caring.com surveyed 1,500 American adults over the age of 18 – 500 Generation Zers, 500 Generation Xers, and 500 Baby Boomers – to determine if parents and children have the same expectations for parents’ future care needs. The survey was conducted online on October 3, 2023. To access full survey results or get more information about the survey, please visit https://www.caring.com/caregivers/gen-z-caregiving-plans-report/

ABOUT CARING.COM
With millions of website visitors, Caring.com is a leading senior living referral service and the nation’s top site for senior care reviews. Founded in 2007, Caring’s mission is to help as many seniors and their caregivers as possible through empathetic, expert guidance. Applying cutting-edge technology to this humane mission, Caring provides relevant senior care information and support, as well as comprehensive senior living and senior care directories for the United States, including more than 350,000 consumer reviews. Through a toll-free referral line at (877) 630-3480, Caring’s trustworthy, nationwide team of Family Advisors — who are among the most highly trained, highly skilled, and knowledgeable experts in senior care — helps seniors and their families research and connect to the most appropriate services and support for their specific situations. For more information about our organization and our free services for seniors and their families, please visit https://www.caring.com/about and join with Caring on Facebook.

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DENISE GRAAB, DIRECTOR OF REVIEWS PROGRAM & MARKETING, Caring.com, (650) 762-8190, [email protected], Caring.com

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Science: Biology

Global Search Firm Calibre One Adds Legal, Compliance, Risk and Regulatory Practice

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“Nearly every industry has a need for legal, regulatory and compliance officers, and with Paul’s extensive law background coupled with his successful executive search career, he’s the perfect fit for our new legal, compliance, risk management and regulatory practice,” said Tom Barnes, managing partner. “We’re confident Paul’s drive, enthusiasm and experience will lead this new practice to much success for Calibre One and the clients he serves.”

Most recently DeCoster was with Sheffield Haworth where he was an executive director within its global functions practice focusing on legal, compliance, risk management and regulatory affairs executive search. Prior to that, he was with Marlin Hawk where he served as the North American practice lead for legal, risk, compliance and information security executive search within the financial services sector. Additionally, he began his executive search career as a consultant with Russell Reynolds within its global banking markets and legal practices.

DeCoster graduated with magna cum laude honors and a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and sociology from Bowdoin College in Maine and has his J.D. from the Fordham University School of Law.

A resident of New York City, DeCoster is an amateur competitive bodybuilder and avid motorcyclist. He supports all New York sports teams and played four years of college hockey.

About Calibre One

Founded in 1999 by some of the executive search profession’s most experienced recruiters, Calibre One is a leading transatlantic executive search boutique specializing in building diverse leadership teams for innovators and companies undergoing digital transformation, including broad technology, financial services, life sciences, and media. Its team members bring an exceptional level of knowledge, integrity, and tenacity to everything it does. This is underscored by Calibre One’s transparent, consultative approach and proven methodology. Calibre One offers a 360-degree view of the entire process, along with the analytics to help identify the right candidate and reduce risk. The Calibre One process includes a proprietary measure that aligns client and candidate diversity and inclusion objectives, every search, every time. Through its relentless pursuit of excellence, Calibre One leaves no stone unturned. For more information, please visit https://www.calibreone.com.

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Ingrid Jones, Visual Identity Group, 1 9493697398, [email protected], https://visualidentitygroup.com/

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Society: Social Services

Operation Homefront’s 14th Annual Holiday Meals for Military Program Helps Relieve Food Insecurity Among America’s Military Families

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“The holidays are a uniquely special time of year…one usually marked by many festive gatherings with our loved ones, but we should not forget or our nation’s military members, who often find themselves being called to serve at locations far from their friends and family,” said retired Brig. Gen. John I. Pray Jr., President and CEO of Operation Homefront. “Not surprisingly, many of our military families find the holidays to be a particularly stressful time of year, even more so for those who are struggling to make ends meet or put food on their table.‥ We at Operation Homefront, along with our incredible partners, donors and volunteers, are proud to join in the spirit of giving this season through our highly valued Holiday Meals for Military program to ensure this very deserving group of our fellow citizens don’t have to choose between paying a bill and enjoying a holiday meal.”

Meals will be distributed as traditional meal kits or in the form of a gift card, giving families the opportunity to purchase their own holiday meal contents. This season, Operation Homefront anticipates serving the 700,000th individual family member since the program’s inception.

Registration is now open for eligible military families to receive holiday meals nationwide. The annual program will conclude on December 16. To see all Holiday Meals for Military event locations and to register, visit OperationHomefront.org/holiday-meals-for-military.

For more information on how to volunteer or donate, visit OperationHomefront.org.

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Erin Burgy, Operation Homefront, (469) 934-7131, [email protected], https://operationhomefront.org/

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Health

Beauty Complex, Detox, Brain Booster

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Biowell Brain Booster effectively enhances brain function and concentration with the use of carefully chosen active ingredients that stimulate neurotransmitter connections and support cognitive function.

The premium European beauty and wellness brand stands out as high-performance industry leader – bolstered by comprehensive clinical studies and independent HPLC tests in a Polish laboratory that confirm thoroughly tested and proven peptides – aimed at enhancing the health and performance of the mind and body.

“We are delighted to introduce Biowell Beauty Complex, Detox and Brain Booster supplements in the U.S.,” said a company representative. “Athletes in Europe have long known the power of fast-tracking their fitness with Biowell’s BPC-157 formulas – whether in lyophilized powder, tablets or pain relief numbing agent – to meet users’ specific wellness needs.”

Biowell is endorsed by Mr. Olympia LLC and will be on hand as a sponsor and representative of Mr. Olympia 2023 Fitness & Performance Weekend November 2-5 in Orlando, Florida to support this year’s bodybuilding champions.

To learn more, visit BiowellUSA.com and discover a wealth of possibilities with peptide serums and ointments for healing and recovery, pain relievers and enhancements.

ABOUT BIOWELL:

Polish health & wellness company Biowell is a well-established European brand recognized for its specialization in creating innovative health solutions designed for athletes and active individuals looking to reach their full potential. Biowell’s product line is designed to boost overall emotional, physical and cognitive well-being when combined with a healthy daily routine. To learn more, visit BiowellUSA.com.

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Brian Scott Gross, BSG PR, 1 8183404422, [email protected], BSG PR

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Society: Disabled Issues / Disabilities

Forged Iron For Men – A Distinctive Line Of Men’s Organic Performance Based Utility Grooming and Shaving Products Designed To Streamline Your Routine

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We source potent ingredients that work in harmony to deliver tangible results, ensuring your grooming routine is effective and impactful. Enhanced, streamlined and efficient men’s grooming products designed to be practical, easy to use, and quick to deliver results. We eliminate unnecessary steps and focus on essential grooming needs, without compromising on quality.

Our products are carefully formulated to be cruelty free, do not contain parabens, sulfates, chemical surfactants, animal by products, animal hormones, synthetic ingredients or phthalates. We use BPA free recyclable containers in the manufacturing process. All products are proudly Forged In The USA.

We prioritize quality in every aspect of our business. From the sourcing of ingredients and the creative process, to your customer experience, we maintain strict quality control to ensure that you receive products of the highest standard.

Life’s full of challenges – Your morning routine shouldn’t be one of them. Experience the perfect blend of rugged performance and refined sophistication. Men’s Grooming Made Better™

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Forged Iron For Men, Forged Iron For Men, 1 (000) 000-0000, [email protected], https://www.forgedironformen.com

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Science: Biology

Processing Forms Is Seamless With Newly Released ez1095 2023 ACA Software From Halfpricesoft.com

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“The new version of ez1095 2023 software is no available for processing ACA forms 1095 and 1094 for the upcoming tax season.” said Dr. Ge, the Founder of Halfpricesoft.com.

Customers that need to file Form 1095C, 1094C, 1095B and 1094B can download and try ez1095 ACA software from halfpricesoft.com before purchasing, by visiting https://www.halfpricesoft.com/aca-1095/aca-1095-software.asp

The main features include, but are not limited to :

  • Customers can easily roll data from previous versions of ez1095 to the current version for faster processing,
  • Unlimited ACA form printing with ez1095
  • No pre-printed forms are needed to print 1095 and 1094 Forms. ez1095 can print ACA form 1095-B, 1094-B, 1095-C & 1094-C on white paper for recipients and the IRS.
  • Unlimited accounts, recipients and ACA forms with one flat rate
  • PDF forms printing
  • PDF print ACA forms for recipients in digital format
  • XML files validation and E-file
  • Efile feature: generate XML documents that customers can upload to the IRS site.
  • Validate XML files
  • Efile: support 1095/1094 original, testing, replacement and correction submissions
  • Fast data import
  • Import data from spreadsheet, XML files and previous data
  • Easy-to-use, safe and flexible
  • Free customer support for product use and troubleshooting
  • User-friendly graphic interface and Windows menus make our software quick and easy to set up, use and understand.
  • No internet is required to run this 1095 form software

ez1095 software starts at 295.00 to print and mail forms. It is compatible with Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, and 7. Designed with simplicity in mind, ez1095 software is easy to use and flexible. ez1095 software’s graphical interface leads customers step-by-step through setting up the company, adding employees, adding forms and print forms. Customers can also click form level help links to get more details regarding the software. To learn more about ez1095 ACA software, customers can visit: About halfpricesoft.com https://www.halfpricesoft.com/aca-1095/aca-1095-software.asp

Halfpricesoft.com is a leading provider of small business software, including online and desktop payroll software, online employee attendance tracking software, accounting software, in-house business and personal check printing software, W2, software, 1099 software, Accounting software, 1095 form software and ezACH direct deposit software. Software from halfpricesoft.com is trusted by thousands of customers and will help Business owners simplify payroll processing and streamline business management.

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T. Bernard, halfpricesoft.com, 502-259-0936, [email protected], halfpricesoft.com

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Science: Biology

SOS Inventory Software Launches 2024 Soar to Success Accounting Scholarship Program

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Company President Jason Daniels stated, “Accountants are essential for small businesses. We want to motivate talented students to choose accounting because we always need experts to support small businesses.”

SOS Inventory works closely with accountants through its affiliate program which offers training, support, and client referrals. QuickBooks ProAdvisors, who are also well-versed in SOS Inventory installation and functionality, are listed in SOS’s ProAdvisor directory for customers requiring on-site assistance.

About SOS Inventory Software

SOS Inventory Software, LLC, is a global leader in cloud-based inventory, manufacturing, and order management software. Its flagship product, SOS Inventory, was launched in 2009, becoming one of the very first applications to integrate with QuickBooks Online. SOS provides seamless integration with QuickBooks in addition to innovative tools to serve small businesses.

SOS Inventory has an impressive feature set, boasting everything needed to manage back-office operations, including warehousing, fulfillment, purchasing, manufacturing, and more. Most importantly, SOS is affordable for small businesses, costing a fraction of similar software. By switching to SOS for operations, companies gain functionality while lowering costs – the best of both worlds.

For more information, visit www.sosinventory.com.

Media Contact

Theresa Happe, SOS Inventory Software, LLC, 1 888-545-4146, [email protected], https://www.sosinventory.com

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Science: Biology

Source.ag announces 30 million consumer milestone at Web Summit with game-changing AI for fruit and vegetable growers

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Source.ag focuses on the largest global fresh vegetable segments such as tomatoes and peppers, with the ambition to ultimately help all fruit and vegetable growers. Greenhouse agriculture is a proven solution to sustainable, local, and climate-resilient food production: it produces up to 15 times higher yields without the need for arable land and uses up to 20 times less water versus traditional farming methods.

Source.ag CEO and co-founder Rien Kamman will take to the Growth Summit track stage at Web Summit on the 16th of November to discuss how the company is cracking plant biology with AI, as well as its hypergrowth success in reaching such a large greenhouse grower base in only three years.

Kamman says: “The worldwide demand for greenhouse agriculture is on the rise, yet its expansion faces obstacles due to a lack of skilled growers and unprecedented economic and climate-related challenges. Since our founding three years ago we have been on a mission to empower growers with AI software to successfully start, run, and grow their farming businesses. The result is that growers are increasing access to sufficient fruit and vegetables for everyone, in a climate resilient and resource efficient way. We are thrilled that by partnering with more than 200 greenhouses globally we now empower the production of fresh vegetables for more than 30 million consumers. ”

Source.ag recently completed its Series A financing of $27M, bringing the total funding to $39M. The company is using the funds to bring further ground breaking products to market for growers globally. Source.ag will soon roll out Source Cultivate; by utilizing a digital twin of a greenhouse facility, Source Cultivate is able to simulate plant biology and predict expected resource usage and yield for all weeks of the season. This innovative technology will also be tailored to specific cultivars, allowing growers to make even better decisions to maximize their business results and crop yields.

A second product slated for release is Source Control, which enriches growers’ cultivation strategy by autonomously creating and executing an irrigation strategy by combining AI and weather forecasts with actual plant development data. Growers’ preferences for a particular cultivation method are taken into account by flexible implementation of the underlying models. A pilot that was conducted in the past 6 months in partnership with Rainbow Growers – focused on dry-down strategy without grower intervention – was marked with higher than average accuracy.

Source.ag’s CEO and co-founder Rien Kamman will appear live at Lisbon’s Web Summit on the Growth Summit track stage at 14:37 GMT November 16th.

About Source.ag: Source is accelerating access to fresh fruit and vegetables by empowering the world’s growers with AI. Founded in 2020 by Rien Kamman (CEO) and Ernst van Bruggen (CPO), Source.ag has brought together a team of experienced engineers and plant scientists and has partnered with the world’s leading growers to build the sector’s most advanced artificial intelligence. Its AI solutions have the capability to simulate plant behavior for defining and implementing optimal cultivation strategies, taking into account millions of data points on climate, biology, and resources. By enabling more growers to operate more facilities more efficiently through pioneering tech, Source is making greenhouse agriculture accessible, profitable and globally scalable. They’re on a mission to provide nutritious food to more people, using fewer resources.

Media Contact

Anoek Eckhardt, 49Stories, 1 +1 778-772-0754, [email protected], https://www.weare49stories.com/

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Science: Biology

Blueprint Surf wants you to try a Maine-made, 3D-printed Surfboard

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Maine-based Blueprint Surf launches Kickstarter campaign, which includes a chance to own one of the first commercially available, 3D-printed surfboards in the US.

PORTLAND, Maine, Nov. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — 2 years ago, surfboard blanks were hard to find. Was it from an international trade embargo? Were the Port of LA longshoremen on strike? Was a devious foreign government hiding 5G chips in our foam? Whatever the exact reason was, Mike and I wanted to make a couple boards and we were getting frustrated. I’ve used 3d-printing a lot in my career, so we decided to 3d-print our own blanks.

Our first attempt at 3d-printing a surfboard was absurdly bad, and never even made it into the water. Our second board lasted two waves before it filled with water, and the 3d-printed structure inside crumbled like a wet cookie. Board #3 though… was kinda good.

Since then, Mike and I both started working on Blueprint Surf full time. We bought our own 3D printer, which can make boards up to 6 feet long in a single piece. We got a ton of help from our local Portland community, the state of Maine, and from some of the amazing craftspeople in our chilly corner of the surf world. Without all that help, we never would have gotten this far. Now we need help from an even larger community: New England surfers. More on that later.

How far have we gotten? Basically, we spent all our money learning to make 3d-printed surfboards good enough that they’re not just a novelty. The way we see it, surfboards made from sustainable materials are only worthwhile if they provide years and years of fun sessions. Our boards aren’t collectibles, experiments, or wall art. First and foremost, they have to be really good at being surfboards. They’re tools that get strapped to the roof of a Subaru in the middle of January, or tossed in a truck and bounced to the beach. That’s why we didn’t bother making a video about how our surfboards will save the polar ice caps, clean up oil spills, and revive beached Right Whales. Actually, we ran out of budget before we made any good videos. You’ll have to trust us for now: our boards go great, and we are going to make surf videos as soon as we can afford it.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/luke-diehl/blueprint-surf-surfboards-shouldnt-hurt-the-environment

For that reason, we are running a Kickstarter campaign this holiday season. It’s the first time people can “buy” one of our boards- a mid-length twinnie called the “Sea Mink” we’ve been dialing in since the beginning. The goal of this Kickstarter campaign is to raise enough money that we can make a surf edit, make a big second batch of boards, and also add in one or two new models. We’re also super stoked to widen our circle of friends, and to meet more New England surfers who care about sustainability almost as much as they care about surfing. If you can afford to support our Kickstarter campaign in any amount, it would mean the world to us.

Media Contact

Luke Diehl, Blueprint Surf, 1 9788109248, [email protected], www.blueprintsurf.com

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Science: Biology

AGA Business Solutions Launches Innovative Web Design Service for Event and Wedding Planners

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Introducing Collaborative Mix and Match Website Studio, a groundbreaking service where customization meets simplicity for event planners. This platform offers an intuitive mix-and-match approach, enabling clients to choose design elements that our expert team seamlessly integrates into a unique, branded website.

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — AGA Business Solutions, a company renowned for its expertise in the wedding industry, today announced the launch of its latest service, designed to revolutionize the world of event and wedding planning. Their new offering, available now, is a testament to the fusion of client-driven customization and professional simplicity in website design.

This unique service empowers event and wedding planners to take a collaborative approach in designing their websites. By providing clients control over the look and feel of their website without the burden of doing all the work, AGA Business Solutions caters to the specific needs of the modern planner.

Clients can choose from a wide range of color themes, fonts, and design elements, all meticulously crafted to highlight their unique products and services.

The innovative, streamlined online DIY system allows for effortless selection of these elements, ensuring that each website reflects the distinctive character and style of its planner. The service includes additional features such as online booking, e-commerce capabilities, a blogging platform, and a chat function – all integral tools for today’s digital marketplace.

Currently, AGA Business Solutions is offering this comprehensive service at an introductory price of $800, a significant reduction from the standard rate of $1200. This launch special is available for a limited time, providing an exceptional opportunity for planners to enhance their online presence cost-effectively.

Founded with a deep understanding of the needs of the wedding industry, AGA Business Solutions has consistently provided tailored web solutions. This new service is a continuation of their commitment to blending aesthetic appeal with functional design, specifically tailored for the event planning sector.

For more information or to set up a free consultation, please visit AGA Business Solutions’ Booking Calendar. Learn more about this service at AGA Business Solutions – Mix & Match Custom Website for Event Planners. For additional inquiries, contact Gina at [email protected] or call 949-868-8640.

Media Contact

Gina Ludwig, AGA Business Solutions, 1 9495848057, [email protected], https://www.agabusinesssolutions.com/

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