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Society: Disabled Issues / Disabilities

Girl Pow-R, as part of the Star Pow-R Talent Showcase, Aims to Raise Money for Holland Bloorview and Autism Canada

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Girl Pow-R Autism Fundraising Charity

Girl Pow-R to Raise Money for Holland Bloorview and Autism Canada

The Star Pow-R showcase will highlight talented performers on the autism spectrum including dancers, full bands, and instrumentalists to raise money for Holland Bloorview and Autism Canada.


TORONTO (PRWEB)

Girl Pow-R, a rising pop supergroup, is presenting a series of fundraising events in an effort to raise money for Holland Bloorview and Autism Canada.

The Star Pow-R talent showcase is part of Girl Pow-R’s #iMatter Tour. The show will highlight talented performers including dancers, full bands, and instrumentalists who are on the autism spectrum.

The first portion of the tour will be in six cities from May 26 through May 31, with locations in Montreal, Quebec and five cities in Ontario: Ottawa, Toronto, Hamilton, Niagara Falls and London. Individuals on the autism spectrum can apply to perform at the Star Pow-R website: http://www.starpow-r.com

Girl Pow-R was formed on International Women’s Day 2017, and the group of singers, songwriters, multi-instrumentalists, and dancers have grown more popular with each passing year.

Since starting, Girl Pow-R have won a Family Channel singing competition, as well as nominations for Niagara Music Awards’ ‘Best New Group’ and a Toronto Independent Music Award. They have performed at more than 200 shows in just over two and three quarter years, and were hand-picked to re-create the Mysticons theme song.

This follows a lot of terrific “music and television” experiences for Girl Pow-R such as performing on YTV The Zone three times, and performing on TVO Kids. Girl Pow-R has been on eTalk Canada, and were interviewed on Breakfast Television, CityTV, CP24 Breakfast and Sirius XM Radio for the launch of the debut album, ‘This Is Us.’

Girl Pow-R is an all-girl pop rock band with girls ages 11 to 17 years old that create & sing original music, cover songs, play instruments as a band, as well as dance. They love working together to create their music, especially to create the lyrics for their songs which are all about being young and the issues young people have to deal with.

This past summer the group went on its first US Tour to Washington DC, Philadelphia, New York and Boston where Girl Pow-R performed to 500 to 1000 girls at each show. They gain a lot of fans when we tour around!

When Girl Pow-R launched their hit single ‘Never Let Go,’ the iHeart Radio station in Victoria BC had them in rotation as a featured play. And, in the past, they have also done live, on air radio performances at Fresh Radio 95.3 in Hamiltion and at Fresh Radio 93.1 in Barrie.

They are currently signed to Canyon Entertainment Group, an artist management company and independent record label.

For more information contact:

Dawn Van Dam

Girl Pow-R

info@girl-pow-r.com

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health and fitness

Atlanta Chiropractor Joining the Chiefs for Super Bowl LIV

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Kansas City Chiefs

I feel honored to work with these spectacular athletes on a daily basis, but it’s even more of an honor to join such a great team at the Super Bowl, seeing the results for myself and helping my patients toward a victory.


ATLANTA (PRWEB)

As fans throughout the country prepare for their Super Bowl parties, one Atlanta chiropractor is instead preparing to take his place at the big game. Dr. Michael Hatrak will be serving as an injury consultant for the fourth Super Bowl of his career, this year with the Kansas City Chiefs.

While he serves traditional patients at his Atlanta practices, Dr. Hatrak is well-known in the sports industry for his work with professional athletes. He specializes in not only helping athletes achieve stronger performance on a continuous basis, but also in getting athletes back in the game after injuries. Most notably, he pioneered the Synergy Release Technique.

This technique uses precise assessments and adjustment therapies to relieve undue stress on joints and other specific areas of the body. Ending that tension allows injuries to heal more quickly and lowers the risk for future injuries. As Dr. Hatrak explains, “Slight misalignments and malfunctions in the body may seem small because they only add a slight amount of extra strain on each movement. Over time, however, that strain can add up to a serious injury, especially in athletes who need to be at peak performance every day.”

Throughout more than 20 years of working with professional athletes, Dr. Hatrak has earned a reputation in the industry, especially in the NFL, for his advancements in injury recovery. He has successfully worked with athletes on a variety of teams. For this reason, Super Bowl LIV will be the fourth year that Dr. Hatrak has served as an injury consultant for the big game. He assisted with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2005 and 2018 as well as the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2006.

In addition to his unique Synergy Release Technique, Dr. Hatrak’s success with athletes comes from his ability to combine multiple innovative therapies into a customized approach for each patient. Techniques like rapid release therapy, kinesiology taping, advanced muscle integration technique (AMIT), and Frequency Specific microcurrent treatments help players to perform at their best week after week.

As much as Dr. Hatrak enjoys working with his athletic and non-athletic patients each day, he sees his role in Super Bowl LIV as a special privilege. “I feel honored to work with these spectacular athletes on a daily basis, but it’s even more of an honor to join such a great team at the Super Bowl, seeing the results for myself and helping my patients toward a victory.”

ABOUT DR. MICHAEL HATRAK

Dr. Michael Hatrak is the founder and operator of Synergy Sports Wellness Institute™ and Synergy Release Sports in metro Atlanta. These chiropractic and sports wellness clinics are constantly advancing in innovative pain relief, injury prevention, and optimized athletic performance. The practices treat a wide range of patients, from healthy lifestyle seekers and weekend warriors to some of the world’s most elite athletes, including over 2,500 professional athletes and Olympians. They focus on three distinct areas: reducing pain, preventing injury, and maximizing athletic performance. Synergy Sports Wellness Institute™ and Synergy Release Sports offer a variety of specialized treatments and therapies, combining and customizing them for each patient designed to minimize injury risk and aid in healing and rehabilitation.

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Industry: Healthcare

Memorial Plastic Surgery Welcomes Dr. Shayan Izaddoost

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HOUSTON (PRWEB)

Memorial Plastic Surgery is excited to welcome Shayan Izaddoost, MD, PhD, FACS, to their team of board-certified plastic surgeons on February 1, 2020. Considered as one of the foremost breast reconstruction experts in Houston, Texas, Dr. Izaddoost will be joining Dr. Patrick Hsu and Dr. Kendall Roehl, where they will join forces to provide patients with life changing results. Dr. Izaddoost has a special interest in helping breast cancer survivors feel whole again, and specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, breast, and body.

“I am honored to join this amazing team at Memorial Plastic Surgery,” shares Dr. Shayan Izaddoost. “Dr. Hsu and Dr. Roehl have established Memorial Plastic Surgery as one of the best plastic surgery practices in Texas. For years, this practice has left its mark on providing life-affirming results. I look forward to being a part of Memorial Plastic Surgery and working with everyone.”

Memorial Plastic Surgery is one of the leading cosmetic and reconstructive surgery practices in Houston, Texas. Led by Dr. Patrick Hsu, with Dr. Kendall Roehl, the practice offers state-of-the-art surgical and non-surgical procedures to both men and women. In addition, Memorial Plastic Surgery recently celebrated a huge milestone after expanding to a luxury office inside a newly built Class-A medical facility at Hedwig Place.

“Memorial Plastic Surgery proudly welcomes Dr. Shayan Izaddoost,” shares Dr. Patrick Hsu. “Dr. Izaddoost’s extensive experience as a surgeon and educator has allowed him to become one of the foremost experts in the field today.”

“We couldn’t be happier to have Dr. Izaddoost join our practice” adds Dr. Kendall Roehl. “His commitment to providing great patient care and results is something we all share and strive for.”

Dr. Shayan Izaddoost is a graduate of the Baylor College of Medicine, where he received his Medical Degree, PhD, and completed his residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery. He is a member of the American Board of Plastic Surgeons and has held numerous academic positions in his alma mater. In addition, Dr. Izaddoost has penned countless articles for peer-reviewed journals and has earned multiple publications from his extensive research. Dr. Izaddoost is looking forward to joining Memorial Plastic Surgery on February 1, 2020.

For more information about Dr. Izaddoost, visit https://www.memorialplasticsurgery.com/shayan-izaddoost-md-phd-facs/.

About Memorial Plastic Surgery

Founded by Dr. Patrick Hsu in 2013, and accompanied by Dr. Kendall Roehl, Memorial Plastic Surgery specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the breast, face, and body, with a commitment to helping breast cancer survivors feel whole again.

Memorial Plastic Surgery’s dedicated team of board-certified plastic surgeons are committed to providing patients with a balance of quality care and results, with two office locations in Houston and Clear Lake, Texas.

Houston Office

8731 Katy Fwy Suite 500

Houston, TX 77024

713-633-4411

Clear Lake Office

450 W. Medical Center Blvd Suite 202

Webster, TX 77598

713-609-9335

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Health: Mental Health

MaxLiving Spanish Speaking Training

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ORLANDO, Fla. (PRWEB)

The U.S. has 41 million people aged five or older who speak Spanish at home, making Spanish the second most spoken language of the United States by far.

The MLX Legacy Spanish Speaking Training is a great place for those who speak Spanish and are looking to broaden your Spanish speaking material. Expand your community reach by offering the MaxLiving Spanish speaking tools and materials.

Have your Spanish speaking team members attend this training to help your clinic become more versatile.

If you are not a MaxLiving Chiropractor, and interested in MaxLiving partnership, and other wholesale product opportunities, contact Emily Pugh-Oliver, MaxLiving Customer Sales Manager, at emily.oliver@maxliving.com.

For questions regarding Spanish speaking marketing material and/or tools, please contact DJ Diaz, MaxLiving, at (321) 939-3060, or ismael.diaz@maxliving.com

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MaxLiving is a natural healthcare organization founded on five core principles of wellness. The 5 Essentials™ is a natural and effective way to maximize your health by integrating core chiropractic, mindset, nutrition, exercise and oxygen, and minimizing toxin exposure. Our vision of chiropractic and holistic healthcare is recognized through a group of chiropractor partners and practices. MaxLiving exists to transform lives by providing educational seminars, coaching programs, franchise opportunities, and nutritional products and services. We want to educate about the power of chiropractic care and empower people to live a healthy, balanced lifestyle.

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Business: Insurance

What Is New Car Replacement Insurance

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“Having a brand new car totaled can be really frustrating. Car owners are advised to purchase new car replacement insurance. It will give them financial security and peace of mind”, said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.


LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)

A new car is usually really valuable. It’s value decreases over time, but in the first month after purchase, it still holds a significant portion of the original value. Damaging a car in the first days after the purchase is really an unpleasant event and will leave the owner financially exposed. Luckily, car owners can purchase new car replacement insurance. Find out more and get free car insurance quotes from http://compare-autoinsurance.org.


  • New car replacement is a special coverage option. It is offered by some carriers and supplements the existing coverage. This policy will pay the full value of a new car of the same model, minus the deductible value.

  • Custom equipment is not included. If the totaled car also had some custom equipment or aftermarket parts, they will not be covered by this policy. Aftermarket parts and custom equipment are covered by different policies and must be declared before the accident.

  • There are certain requirements for buying this coverage. The insurance companies that offer this policy will require the policyholders to purchase collision and comprehensive coverage. There may be additional terms and exclusions related to this coverage. Carefully check the contract before agreeing.

  • It applies only to new models. Insurance companies provide this policy only to vehicles that are 2 years old or newer. Furthermore, some companies impose maximum mileage. For example, companies will not insure a vehicle that has more than 24.000 miles on board, even if he is 2 years or newer.

  • Different plan variations. Some companies offer something called “better car replacement”, which will provide a newer car model for the policyholder. Other companies will transform the policy into GAP insurance when the vehicle becomes 2 years older.

For additional info, money-saving tips and free car insurance quotes, visit http://compare-autoinsurance.org.

Compare-autoinsurance.org is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

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Business: Executives

Center for Disaster Philanthropy Names Patricia McIlreavy as Next President and CEO

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We are thrilled to have Patty join our team. She is a dynamic leader who is deeply skilled and well-respected in the disaster philanthropy community.


WASHINGTON (PRWEB)

The Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) announced today that Patricia (“Patty”) McIlreavy will succeed Robert G. Ottenhoff as president and CEO of the organization. Ottenhoff is stepping down after a successful seven-year tenure; he was CDP’s first chief executive. Under his leadership, CDP has grown into a leading transformative voice – informing and directing long-term philanthropic disaster resources where they are needed most, helping millions in need.

Serving as a member of its Advisory Council, McIlreavy was part of CDP’s progress. She is currently the vice president of humanitarian policy and practice at InterAction, an organization she joined in 2011 as senior director of humanitarian policy and practice. She leads InterAction’s efforts to assist the humanitarian community, including InterAction Members, UN agencies and the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement, to address the needs of vulnerable populations.

Prior to joining InterAction, McIlreavy was based out of Amman, Jordan for three years where she worked with a diverse group of organizations, including humanitarian nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), the Red Cross movement, United Nations agencies and NATO as an international management and training consultant. McIlreavy’s experience in the humanitarian field began in 1993 when she joined USAID’s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance.

“We are thrilled to have Patty join our team. She is a dynamic leader who is deeply skilled and well-respected in the disaster philanthropy community,” said Lori J. Bertman, chair of the Center for Disaster Philanthropy board and president and CEO of the Irene W. and C.B. Pennington Foundation. “Her expertise in humanitarian assistance – both on the ground and in DC – coupled with her strong leadership skills will serve our organization well and help move our crucial mission forward.”

McIlreavy will join the organization on March 1 as part of a transition period with Ottenhoff.

About the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP)

The Center for Disaster Philanthropy’s mission is to leverage the power of philanthropy to mobilize a full range of resources that strengthen the ability of communities to withstand disasters and recover equitably when they occur. CDP is currently managing six domestic and international Disaster Funds on behalf of corporations, foundations and individuals through targeted, holistic and localized grantmaking. For more information, visit: http://disasterphilanthropy.org, call (202) 464-2018 or tweet us @funds4disaster.

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Health

symplr’s Workforce Management a 2020 Best in KLAS Category Leader for Time and Attendance

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symplr’s API Healthcare Workforce Management

Our API Healthcare Workforce Management team is proud to return to its long-standing position as the top-performing time and attendance vendor according to KLAS.


HOUSTON (PRWEB)

symplr®, a leading healthcare governance, risk management and compliance (GRC) software as a service (SaaS) platform company, today announced that its API Healthcare Time and Attendance Solution has been named “Category Leader” in the 2020 Best in KLAS Awards: Software & Services report. To read the full report visit KLAS Research.

KLAS Research provides the healthcare industry with impartial research on the software and services used by providers and payers worldwide. Best in KLAS rankings celebrate vendors who receive the highest provider scores for software, professional services, and medical equipment.

“Our API Healthcare Workforce Management team is proud to return to its long-standing position as the top-performing time and attendance vendor according to KLAS; this award demonstrates that our renewed and unwavering commitment to our customers results in positive outcomes for our customers and their patients,” said Rick Pleczko, president and CEO of symplr. “KLAS performs a vital service to the healthcare industry providing accurate, honest and impartial data meant to ultimately serve the best interests of patients. We are honored to be recognized by KLAS.”

API Healthcare has long been recognized as a “Category Leader” with the Time and Attendance solution, which was top ranked for 17 of the past 19 years, and its Staffing and Scheduling solution, which also held the top spot for many years.

“Since joining the symplr family last year, the entire API Healthcare team has been focused on winning for our customers,” said Julie Walker, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Workforce and Credential Management at symplr. “Our ultimate goal is to help our customers achieve balanced clinical, financial, operational, compliance, and staff engagement outcomes by delivering the healthcare-specific technology and consultative services they need to provide high-quality patient care. To be back on top with a Best in KLAS award is both an honor and a source of inspiration for our team.”

Separate from the winners of Best in KLAS, Category Leaders also earn top honors for helping healthcare professionals provide better patient care. The Category Leader designation is reserved for vendor solutions that lead select market segments in which at least two products meet a minimum level of KLAS Konfidence.

“Providers and payers demand better performance, usability, and interoperability from their vendor partners every year. Best in KLAS winners set the standard of excellence in their market segment,” said Adam Gale, President of KLAS. “Earning a Best in KLAS award should both excite and humble the recipients. It serves as a signal to providers that they should expect only the best from the winning vendors.”

About symplr

Founded in 2006, symplr is an industry leader in governance, risk management and compliance SaaS solutions that help healthcare organizations mitigate risk and ensure compliance. symplr has a single mission: to make healthcare GRC simpler for all constituents of the healthcare community. More information about symplr is available at http://www.symplr.com. For more information about symplr’s workforce management solutions, visit https://www.symplr.com/workforce-management or email askwfm@symplr.com.

About KLAS

KLAS is a data-driven company on a mission to improve the world’s healthcare by enabling provider and payer voices to be heard and counted. Working with thousands of healthcare professionals, KLAS collects insights on soft¬ware, services and medical equipment to deliver reports, trending data and statistical overviews. KLAS data is accurate, honest and impartial. The research directly reflects the voice of healthcare professionals and acts as a catalyst for improving vendor performance. To learn more about KLAS and the insights we provide, visit http://www.KLASresearch.com.

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Technology: Electronics

Buehler Celebrates 100 Year Anniversary of Wilson® Hardness

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Buehler engineers and manufactures the renown Wilson line of hardness testers. The company also developed the leading DiaMet Software to automate hardness testing.

“We are proud to continue the 100-year legacy of innovation and excellence in Wilson Hardness. By having our engineering, manufacturing, and service in-house, Buehler’s Wilson products have become the preferred choice for demanding labs that need to consistently meet quality standards.”


LAKE BLUFF, Ill. (PRWEB)

Buehler, an ITW Company celebrates the 100-year anniversary of its acclaimed Wilson® hardness brand which was originally known as the Wilson Mechanical Instrument Company. Here Stanley Rockwell and founder Charles H. Wilson introduced the Rockwell hardness tester, an industry standard. Later, Wilson became the home of the legendary Tukon line of micro-indentation testers – renowned for Knoop and Vickers testing. These early inventions revolutionized industry and paved the way for Wilson today, with innovations that improve usability and allow for full connectivity and automation like the DiaMet software and the powerful and versatile Universal hardness tester.

Buehler is proud to commemorate and celebrate the legacy of the Wilson name. Buehler’s affiliation with Wilson began in 2012 when the Wilson® brand of hardness testers encompassing Reicherter, Wilson, and Wolpert products became part of Buehler’s offering.

According to Buehler General Manager, Julien Noel, “We are proud to continue the 100-year legacy of innovation and excellence in Wilson Hardness. By having our engineering, manufacturing, and service in-house, Buehler’s Wilson products have become the preferred choice for demanding labs that need to consistently meet quality standards. In the coming year, Buehler will continue to focus on exceeding customer expectations with a new and improved Rockwell tester, and an extended range of hardness reference blocks according to ISO, ASTM and JIS standards.”

Wilson Engineered and Manufactured by Buehler Since 2012

Today Buehler’s Wilson hardness line includes a comprehensive range of hardness testers including Rockwell®, Knoop/Vickers, Universal, and Brinell as well as the comprehensive DiaMet™ software that provides control, data management and reporting options up to and including fully automatic production systems. Buehler’s hardness testers are complemented by a range of ISO, ASTM and JIS-certified hardness reference test blocks, accessories, and fixtures.

Buehler works closely with customers in manufacturing, research, and education to create leading-edge hardness solutions. During the last eight years, Buehler improved upon the original Wilson designs and also revolutionized hardness testing with the fully configurable DiaMet™ software, the Wilson VH3100 Vickers All-in-One hardness tester, and the heavy-duty Wilson UH4000, an eight-turret, large stage universal hardness tester. All hardness equipment, test blocks, and software are manufactured at Buehler facilities.

DiaMet™ Software, the Heart of Wilson Innovations

Buehler launched the DiaMet™ software to provide an easy operation for automated hardness testing. The proven DiaMet™ software offers specimen mapping, edge detection, scanning, stitching of overview images, case depth calculations and statistical analysis tools as well as weld testing and geometric measurement functions and a barcode scanner interface. Data and indent images can be exported to all common file types in user-adaptable templates. Furthermore, DiaMet™ is available in different configurations based on the capabilities of the hardness tester. It can be applied for a basic machine, without full-automation hardware (motorized XY-stage and Z-axis) as well as a high end automated tester that can perform multisample testing in a full automated sequence.

The DiaMet software platform works seamlessly with the Wilson hardness equipment line:

  • Wilson VH1102 &1202 Micro Hardness Testers for both Knoop and Vickers

  • Wilson VH3100 & 3300 Micro and Macro full automated Vickers and Knoop Hardness Testers

  • Wilson 1150 Macro Vickers hardness tester

  • Wilson UH4000 Universal Hardness tester

  • Wilson RB2000 Rockwell hardness tester

  • Tukon 1102 & 1202 legacy Micro Hardness Testers

  • Every hardness tester with C Mount camera port to capture and measure the indents with DiaMet™

International Quality Standards and Hardness Block Lab

Buehler’s priority is to deliver world-class products and services, conforming to ISO 9001, ISO14001, ASTM, DIN, ISO, MIL, and JIS standards and accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 for ASTM and ISO calibration. Buehler’s Wilson® Reference Block Laboratory in Binghamton, NY, has achieved accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025 by A2LA (American Association for Laboratory Accreditation) for Rockwell, Knoop, Vickers, and Brinell hardness test blocks and indenters. A2LA is recognized for the accreditation of testing and calibration laboratories and inspection bodies under the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA). Buehler, is accredited by A2LA Certificate Number: 2237.01 for direct and indirect calibration of hardness testers in conformance with the current ASTM and ISO standards.

Buehler hardness equipment is available for demonstration at the company’s Solutions Centers located in Buehler’s global locations or at Partner Centers maintained by Buehler distributors or universities. For information on the Wilson hardness line or Buehler’s metallography solutions visit http://www.buehler.com or email marketing@buehler.com.

ABOUT BUEHLER

Buehler is a leading provider of complete metallographic and hardness testing lab equipment solutions, consumables and analysis techniques for use in materials preparation, image analyses and hardness testing. Buehler products cross a wide variety of industries, including Aerospace, Primary Metals, Automotive, and Defense, Electronics, Medical, Energy and more.

Buehler also maintains its legacy of industry partnership with affiliations such as the ASM International, American Society for Testing and Materials and International Metallographic Society. The company also contributes to the study of material science through the endowment of the ASM Francis F. Lucas Metallographic Award since 1946 and the International Metallographic Society’s Pierre Jacquet Award.

Buehler is a division of Illinois Tool Works (ITW) and is based in Lake Bluff, Illinois. ITW is a global, Fortune 200 company and global industrial manufacturer of value-added consumables and specialty equipment with related service businesses.

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Society: Disabled Issues / Disabilities

$450,000 Kessler Foundation Grant to Improve Employment Outcomes for People Living with a Disability in Vermont

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“Job opportunities for people with disabilities have never been greater than they are now,” said Elaine E. Katz, MS, CCC-SLP, senior vice president for grants and communications at Kessler Foundation.


EAST HANOVER, N.J. (PRWEB)

Kessler Foundation has awarded a two-year, $450,000 Signature Employment Grant to the State of Vermont’s Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) to support Social Security Disability beneficiaries in increasing their earnings and aid on the transition to better living. VR will implement a combination of interventions, including a modified vocational rehabilitation service package, intensive benefits counseling, and short-term financial support after the cessation of benefits.

The grant is part of over $2.4 million in grants awarded by Kessler Foundation in 2019 to organizations across the U.S. to support initiatives that create and expand job training and employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

“Job opportunities for people with disabilities have never been greater than they are now,” said Elaine E. Katz, MS, CCC-SLP, senior vice president for grants and communications at Kessler Foundation. “A substantial number of SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) and SSI (Supplemental Security Income) beneficiaries are not getting the support they need to work. Those who work, do so at a level that is not self-sustaining, relying on a combination of benefits and low earnings. Even with income from both sources, many live in poverty.”

Historically, state and federal vocational rehabilitation programs have had limited success in helping SSDI and SSI beneficiaries work at self-sustaining levels. The BOSS (Better Option than Social Security) program will implement a new service package that addresses the challenges deterring beneficiaries who could achieve self-sustaining employment. The program includes a specialized VR service package intended to support higher wage employment; added benefits counseling designed to support beneficiaries during the transition to self-sufficiency; and self-directed financial support at key milestone points to assist the beneficiary in managing the transition to living entirely on earned income.

Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living Commissioner Monica Caserta Hutt states that, “Vermont is honored to receive this grant from the Kessler Foundation. Our state faces significant workforce challenges, and our Division of Vocational Rehabilitation is uniquely suited to lead this important initiative, supporting Vermonters who are living with disabilities and meeting a crucial need for local employers. We are very excited to begin work on the BOSS project.”

The BOSS program will be piloted at two sites in Vermont, Burlington and Rutland. It will deploy a specialized team at each site including a full-time vocational rehabilitation counselor, a full-time contracted job placement specialist, and a full time benefits counselor.

About the Department of Disabilities, Aging & Independent Living

Our mission is to make Vermont the best state in which to grow old or to live with a disability – with dignity, respect and independence. For more information visit dail.vermont.gov.

About the Vermont Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

The mission of the Vermont Division of Vocational Rehabilitation is to help Vermonters with disabilities prepare for, obtain, and maintain meaningful employment and to help employers recruit, train, and retain employees with disabilities. DVR is the state/federal public vocational rehabilitation program for the State of Vermont and has been recognized as one of the most innovative vocational rehabilitation programs in the nation especially around services for Social Security disability beneficiaries. For more information, visit vocrehab.vermont.gov.

About Kessler Foundation

Kessler Foundation, a major nonprofit organization in the field of disability, is a global leader in rehabilitation research that seeks to improve cognition, mobility and long-term outcomes, including employment, for people with neurological disabilities caused by diseases and injuries of the brain and spinal cord. Kessler Foundation leads the nation in funding innovative programs that expand opportunities for employment for people with disabilities. For more information, visit KesslerFoundation.org.

Apply Now

Kessler Foundation is accepting applications now for its 2020 grant programs. To learn more and to apply, please visit our website. Signature Employment Grants applications are due February 14, 2020. Community Employment Grants applications are due by April 6, 2020. Inquires accepted for Special Initiative Grants on a rolling basis.

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Contact information Kessler Foundation:

Carolann Murphy, PA

973-324-8382

CMurphy@KesslerFoundation.org

Rob Gerth

973-323-3675

RGerth@KesslerFoundation.org

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Industry: Healthcare

Relatient Awarded KLAS Category Leader with a 96.1 Score for Patient Outreach in 2020

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“To receive prestigious recognition from KLAS is an honor, directly reflecting Relatient’s mission to help health systems facilitate more compliant, and ultimately, healthier patients,” said CEO of Relatient, Michele Perry.


NASHVILLE, Tenn. (PRWEB)

Relatient, a leader in patient-centered engagement software, announced today that the company was named a 2020 Category Leader for the “Patient Outreach” category by KLAS, a healthcare IT research firm providing the industry with accurate, honest, and impartial data to determine the leaders who help healthcare professionals provide better care. Relatient currently has the highest overall performance score, 96.1 out of 100, among the 11 companies analyzed in the patient outreach category, which is based on feedback from client hospital and health system executives.

“We are proud of our accomplishments in improving patient and provider communication and delivering on every single promise we make to our customers,” said CEO of Relatient, Michele Perry. “To receive prestigious recognition from KLAS is an honor, directly reflecting Relatient’s mission to help health systems facilitate more compliant, and ultimately, healthier patients.”

KLAS recognizes Relatient for leading the “Patient Outreach” category through the company’s outstanding work and dedication to connect healthcare providers and patients and streamline communication, resulting in healthier patient populations.

Companies were rated and reviewed by healthcare professionals across a variety of categories, including culture, loyalty, operations, product, relationship and value. Relatient received an overall score of 96.1 percent, with a 97.6 percent in the value category, leading the charge in patient engagement. Additionally, Relatient scored an outstanding 100 percent in keeping all promises, 100 percent in healthcare populations that would buy the software again and a 100 percent in avoiding charging for every little thing.

“Providers and payers demand better performance, usability and interoperability from their vendor partners every year,” said president of KLAS, Adam Gale. “Best in KLAS winners set the standard of excellence in their market segment. Earning a Best in KLAS award should both excite and humble the recipients. It serves as a signal to providers that they should expect only the best from the winning vendors.”

One health system partner notably mentioned Relatient excels in simplifying patient and provider communication, which has been a crucial tool for the business. The survey participant emphasized that Relatient allowed team members to save an immense amount of time by eliminating the need to manually call patients to reschedule appointments.

KLAS partners with healthcare professionals to foster a transparent environment in the healthcare space, spotlighting the services and solutions that are making the greatest impact. The IT data and insights company has been providing unbiased, factual research for the healthcare IT industry since 1996.

About KLAS

KLAS is a data-driven company on a mission to improve the world’s healthcare by enabling provider and payer voices to be heard and counted. Working with thousands of healthcare professionals, KLAS collects insights on software, services and medical equipment to deliver reports, trending data and statistical overviews. KLAS data is accurate, honest and impartial. The research directly reflects the voice of healthcare professionals and acts as a catalyst for improving vendor performance. To learn more about KLAS and the insights we provide, visit KLASresearch.com.

About Relatient

Relatient, Inc., the 2020 KLAS Category Leader in patient outreach, is a SaaS-based patient-centered engagement company that utilizes a modern and mobile-first approach to improve patient and provider communication. On behalf of U.S. medical practices and health systems, Relatient engaged patients with more than 132 million messages in 2019. Relatient’s platform integrates with over 85 practice management systems and electronic health databases to drive operational efficiency, appointments and reviews, reduce no-shows, speed patient payments, and improve patient satisfaction, all while supporting health and care quality initiatives. For more information, visit  http://www.relatient.net.

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