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Industry: Healthcare

Bright Now!® Dental in Largo, FL to Host a Free Dental Clinic

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Bright Now! Dental Team


LARGO, Fla. (PRWEB)

In Partnership with the Smiles for Everyone Foundation, Bright Now!® Dental will provide free dental services for low-income, underinsured individuals at its Largo, FL office on March 7th.

Dental services provided include same-day procedures such as exams and x-rays, fillings, cleanings and extractions. For more information, please visit the Bright Now! Dental website.

About Bright Now!® Dental

Bright Now! ® Dental provides general dentistry, children’s dentistry and, in select locations, specialty care services such as orthodontics, oral surgery, periodontics and endodontics at over 150 offices across Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Maryland, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Utah, Virginia and Washington. Bright Now! Dental’s Escondido office is operated by Sahawneh Dental Corporation, P.C. (the “Group”). The Group is affiliated with Smile Brands Inc., one of the largest providers of business support services to dental groups in the United States. Smile Brands Inc. provides comprehensive business support services through exclusive long-term service agreements with affiliated dental groups, so dentists can spend more time caring for their patients and less time on the administrative, marketing and financial aspects of operating a dental practice. Smile Brands is a portfolio company of Gryphon Investors (“Gryphon”), a leading middle-market private equity firm based in San Francisco, CA. For more information, visit http://www.smilebrands.com.

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About the Smiles For Everyone Foundation

The Smiles for Everyone Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission of delivering smiles for everyone by providing free dental care for those in need, both at home in the U.S. and around the world. Since 2011, the Smiles for Everyone Foundation has delivered over 26,000 smiles and over $19 million in donated dentistry. The foundation currently supports programs which provide free dental care to those in need in Cambodia, Ghana, Laos, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Thailand, and the United States. For more information or to make a donation, visit http://www.smilesforeveryone.org.

Contacts:

Bright Now!® Dental                    

Jody Martin    

PR@smilebrands.com                            

714.427.1299                    

Smiles for Everyone Foundation

Crystal Strait

crystal.strait@smilesforeveryone.org

714.824.5037

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Health: Mental Health

Cancer Hope Network Names Tom Bongiorno and Dave Ondrejcak to Board of Trustees

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Tom and Diane Bongiorno, Heather and Dave Ondrejcak

L-R Tom and Diane Bongiorno, Heather and Dave Ondrejcak

Tom and Dave’s talent, their personal experiences with cancer and their passion for helping cancer patients and the people who love them are a terrific addition to the Cancer Hope Network community.


CHESTER, N.J. (PRWEB)

Bongiorno is Partner and VP for Wireless Innovations LLC and holds his MBA in Marketing from Pace Graduate School of Business. He has been a staunch supporter of the organization for many years. “I first learned of Cancer Hope Network’s impressive work when my wife Diane, a cancer survivor, was trained as a Support Volunteer,” he recalls. “Ever since that experience, I’ve been committed to the mission of providing hope for patients and caregivers facing cancer. Serving as a Trustee is an opportunity to create new connections and to help ensure that the CHN mission is fulfilled.”

Tom and Diane received CHN’s Spirit of Hope award in 2018, recognizing them as an “extraordinary source of support to Cancer Hope Network.”

“Tom has been a part of the Cancer Hope Network family for many years,” says Executive Director Cynthia Gutierrez Bernstein. “He brings business acumen and creative insights to the organization, combined with a personal passion for our mission. We are honored that he has agreed to serve as a trustee.”

Ondrejcak is Partner at C2R Ventures, a national Consulting and Search firm based in NYC. He has an MBA from Seton Hall University and is a licensed CPA in New Jersey, as well as a member of both the AICPA and NJSCPA. He is a recognized leader in accounting and finance transformation, completing projects for several S&P 100 and Global 500 companies throughout his consulting career.

“My wife Heather is a cancer survivor, which makes Cancer Hope Network’s mission personal,” Dave says. “I am proud to volunteer with this organization as I can personally attest to the positive benefits CHN’s support brings to the personal, work and family life of individuals. This is a truly stressful time of their lives and serving as Treasurer for Cancer Hope Network is a way to leverage my expertise to help ensure no one faces cancer alone.”

“Robust systems and oversight provide a foundation to ensure Cancer Hope Network is able to serve clients efficiently and effectively,” said Gutierrez Bernstein. “Dave’s experience in accounting, internal controls and systems are a valuable addition to the organization. We’re pleased that he is sharing that expertise with our community and are excited that Dave and Tom are joining us as we grow.”

About Cancer Hope Network

Cancer Hope Network provides free one-on-one emotional peer support to adult cancer patients and their loved ones. Each of CHN’s 400+ volunteers is at least one year post-treatment or successfully undergoing maintenance therapies. Their care is individual, but there’s power in numbers. Together, they’ve faced more than 80 types and sub types of cancer. Which means that they’re prepared to help more than 98% of the 1.7M patients who will be diagnosed this year. They speak 15 languages. Cancer Hope Network volunteers offer support from diagnosis, through treatment and into recovery.

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Business: Insurance

IICF to Host Benefit Dinners in Dallas, Chicago and Los Angeles

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LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)

The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF), a unique nonprofit organization dedicated to helping communities and enriching lives, announced that it will be hosting its annual benefit dinners in three division headquarter cities. During these events, to be held February 27 in Dallas, March 5 in Chicago and March 19 in Los Angeles, each division will present grants to various regional nonprofit organizations and honor remarkable industry executives for their philanthropic work. More than 1,200 insurance professionals gathered for these dinners last year to support their respective communities, raising more than $1.3 million in total.

This year, the IICF divisions will honor the following industry executives for their dedication to philanthropic efforts within the community:

  • Richard Blades, Chief Executive Officer, Marsh Wortham, a division of Marsh USA Inc., honored with 2020 Philanthropic Leadership Award in the IICF Southeast Division based in Dallas

  • Kathleen Savio, Chief Executive Officer, Zurich, North America, honored as the 2020 Trailblazer of the Year in the IICF Midwest Division based in Chicago

  • Corinne Jones, Executive Vice President, AmWINS Access, honored with the 2020 Golden Horizon Award in the IICF Western Division based in Los Angeles

“IICF is proud to recognize the incredible philanthropic efforts and achievements of this year’s honorees,” said Bill Ross, IICF Chief Executive Officer. “We are grateful that so many members within the industry are both personally and professionally dedicated to charitable giving and volunteerism in unique ways and to the direct benefit of their own communities and beyond.”

Details, including information on special celebrity guests, are below:

Southeast Benefit Dinner: Feb. 27 at The Ford Center at the Star: Dallas Cowboys Headquarters

Guest performer: Two-time Grammy Award winning country artist LeAnn Rimes

Contact: Sarah Conway at sconway@iicf.com or click here for event site

Blazing the Trail Benefit, Midwest Division: March 5 at the Four Seasons Chicago

Guest speaker: Charles “Peanut” Tillman, former Chicago Bear, founder of the Cornerstone Foundation

Contact: Kelly Hartweg at khartweg@iicf.com or click here for event site

Horizon Award Gala, Western Division: March 19 at The Majestic Downtown, Los Angeles Guest speaker: To be announced soon.

Contact: Melissa-Anne Duncan at maduncan@iicf.com or click here for event site

Proceeds from the 2020 dinners benefit the IICF Community Grants Program in the Southeast, Midwest and Western Divisions, which provide grants to regional charities that support a number of causes including education, children at risk, veterans, child abuse prevention, disaster preparedness, safety, and health and human services.

About the Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF)

The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) is a unique nonprofit that unites the collective strengths of the insurance industry to help communities and enrich lives through grants, volunteer service and leadership. Established in 1994, IICF has served as the philanthropic foundation of the insurance industry for more than twenty-five years, contributing $36 million in community grants along with 300,000 volunteer hours by more than 110,000 industry professionals. IICF reinvests locally where funds are raised, serving hundreds of charities and nonprofit organizations, for maximum community impact. IICF is a registered nonprofit organization under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS code. Learn more at http://www.iicf.org or follow us on Twitter @doubleicf.

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Business: Executives

AEGIS Adds Chief Product Officer to Support Continued Growth

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“The team at AEGIS has built a powerful platform that is modernizing commodity and rate markets,” said Chris Payne. “It is incredibly exciting to join AEGIS during this stage in the journey and work with our clients, partners, and team to deliver the most forward-thinking capabilities.”


THE WOODLANDS, Texas (PRWEB)

AEGIS Energy Risk (“AEGIS”), the leading fintech and advisory solutions provider for commodity and rate hedging, announced today that Chris Payne has joined the company as its Chief Product Officer.

“We have established an industry-leading position through our technology and advisory capabilities,” said Bryan Sansbury, CEO of AEGIS. “Even so, we are increasing our capital investments going forward. Chris will ensure those investments are applied to capabilities that are most important to our clients.”

Chris joins AEGIS from Alight Solutions (“Alight”), where he most recently ran Alight’s Digital Solutions business, driving development and adoption of leading digital capabilities for 500+ clients and 18 million users. Prior to this role, Chris was an Executive Vice President for Alight, responsible for transforming multiple Aon Hewitt (Alight predecessor company) consumer and client facing businesses.

Before joining Alight, Chris spent over 10 years in consulting and energy leadership roles across retail and wholesale power operations with Arthur Andersen, NewPower, and Direct Energy (Centrica North America).

Chris graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management Information Systems and Business Honors from the University of Texas at Austin. He has successfully completed a leadership development program at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and is a former board member of the Woodlands Economic Development Partnership.

“The team at AEGIS has built a powerful platform that is modernizing commodity and rate markets,” said Chris Payne. “It is incredibly exciting to join AEGIS during this stage in the journey and work with our clients, partners, and team to deliver the most forward-thinking capabilities.”

About AEGIS Energy Risk

AEGIS Energy Risk is the leading fintech and advisory solutions provider for commodity and rate hedging markets, having been recognized as the Hedge Advisor of the Year for the last 3 years by Energy Risk Magazine. AEGIS’ proprietary Engage and Flow software platforms and unmatched depth in the commodity and rate hedging markets combine to power companies, investors and lenders as they deploy, grow and protect capital. For more information, please visit AEGIS-energy.com.

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Health: Addiction

Help.org Names the Best Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers in Bronx

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BRONX, N.Y. (PRWEB)

Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Bronx, New York for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 20 rehab facilities based on cost, treatment options, location, accompanying services and more.

According to recent studies, drug overdose is the leading cause of death among people under age 50. In Bronx, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Bronx with 55 percent of high school students reported using alcohol, 38 percent reported using marijuana, 8 percent reported using prescription drugs without a valid prescription, and 2 percent reported using heroin. With the growing need for accessible and high-quality rehab programs, Help.org has developed a unique ranking process to help connect individuals with treatment providers that meet their needs.

The Help.org research team analyzed thousands of facilities across the country and then identified the most cost-effective and highest rated programs in larger cities like Bronx. Each facility was evaluated based on rehabilitation services, treatment approaches, cost, special programs for unique demographics and ancillary services. The website also provides information about drug use and side effects as well as educational articles. For a detailed listing of the Best Rehab Facilities in Bronx, New York please visit https://www.help.org/best-drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-bronx-ny/

2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Bronx, New York (in alphabetical order)

Argus Community, Inc. Elizabeth L Sturz Outpatient Center

760 East 160th Street

Bronx, NY 10456

718-401-5700

Arms Acres

75 Seminary Hill Road

Carmel, NY 10512

845-225-3400

Ascendant New York

113 E. 60 Street

New York City, NY 10022

917-262-0003

Conifer Park

79 Glenridge Road

Glenville, NY 12302

800-989-6446

Farnham Family Services Chemical Dependency Outpatient

283 West 2nd Street, Suite 200

Oswego, NY 13126

315-342-4489

Flushing Hospital Addiction Treatment

4500 Parsons Boulevard

Flushing, NY 11355

718-670-5000

H.E.L.P. Services, Inc.

33 Guy Lombardo Avenue

Freeport, NY 11520

516-546-2822

Horizon Health Services

55 Dodge Road

Getzville, New York 14068

716-831-1800

Housing Works

57 Willoughby Street

Brooklyn, NY 11201

347-473-7400

Jacobi Medical Center Chemical Dependency Detox

1400 Pelham Parkway South

Bronx, NY 10461

718-918-5000

Long Island Center for Recovery

320 West Montauk Highway

Hampton Bays, NY 11946

631-728-3100

New York Therapeutic Communities, Inc.

2071 Fulton Street

Brooklyn, New York 11233

718-398-0096

Odyssey House

120 Wall Street

New York City, NY 10005

212-361-1600

Realization Center, Inc.

175 Remsen Street

Brooklyn, New York, 11201

718-342-6700

Saint Jude Retreat

9 Market Street

Amsterdam, NY 12010

518-842-2204

Samaritan Village, Inc. Residential Drug-Free Program

138-02 Queens Boulevard

Briarwood, NY 11435

718-206-2000

START Treatment & Recovery Centers

937 Fulton Street

Brooklyn NY 11238

718-260-2900

Step One at Northeast Center for Special Care

300 Grant Avenue

Lake Katrine, NY 12449

845-336-3500

Success Counseling Services Inc Outpatient AOD Clinic

1015 Ogden Avenue

Bronx, NY 10452

718-538-6112

VIP Community Services

770 E. 176th Street

Bronx, NY 10460

718-583-5150

ABOUT HELP.ORG

Help.org is an online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones. The website provides the latest research through scientifically proven methods, community recovery resources as well as information about local financial assistance. Help.org’s team of researchers, activists and writers work together with addiction counselors and other professionals to offer useful and accurate resources to help individuals seeking recovery. To learn more, visit https://www.help.org/.

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Health

Latest Sigma resources help move health policymaking forward

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Authors provide free adoptable resources to aid in the integration of evidence-based practice into health policy


INDIANAPOLIS (PRWEB)

Designed to further enhance the academic experience regarding evidence-informed health policy creation, authors Jacqueline Loversidge and Joyce Zurmehly have created two additional guides specifically for instructors and students as free companion resources for their 2019 book release, Evidence-Informed Health Policy.

The Instructor’s Guide provides instructors with student evaluations, learning activity implementation, and additional resources and support not currently available in the original book release. The Student Workbook provides students with the same case studies and learning activities but presents them from the learner’s perspective, allowing students to deepen their knowledge of evidence-informed policymaking.

Both the Instructor’s Guide and the Student Workbook are available as free downloads on the Sigma Repository.

About Evidence-Informed Health Policy:

Evidence-Informed Health Policy, published by Sigma in 2019, demystifies health policymaking and translates the evidence-based practice (EBP) language of clinical decision-making into an evidence-informed health policy (EIHP) model. Authors Jacqueline M. Loversidge, PhD, RNC-AWHC, and Joyce Zurmehly, PhD, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, ANEF, help readers develop a stronger understanding of policymaking and its role within government, learn strategies for influencing policymakers, and help shape future healthcare policy that makes the best use of evidence.

You can purchase your copy of Evidence-Informed Health Policy through Sigma Marketplace or by contacting a Sigma Business Specialist at 888.654.4968 or solutions@sigmamarketplace.org.

Evidence-Informed Health Policy: Using EBP to Transform Policy in Nursing and Healthcare

By Jacqueline M. Loversidge, PhD, RNC-AWHC; Joyce Zurmehly, PhD, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, ANEF

Published by Sigma, 2019

ISBN-13: 9781948057202

EPUB ISBN: 9781948057219

PDF ISBN: 9781948057226

MOBI ISBN: 9781948057233

Price: US $49.95

Trade paperback, 312 pages

Trim size: 6×9

About the authors:

Jacqueline M. Loversidge, PhD, RNC-AWHC, is an Associate Professor of Clinical Nursing at The Ohio State University College of Nursing. She has extensive experience in the regulatory setting through her work with the Ohio Board of Nursing and through committee work for the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

Joyce Zurmehly, PhD, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, ANEF, is an Associate Professor of Clinical Nursing at The Ohio State University College of Nursing. She has served on national committees, where she actively participates in developing policy in the regulation of nursing programs.

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The Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is advancing world health and celebrating nursing excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service. Founded in 1922, Sigma has more than 135,000 active members in over 90 countries and territories. Members include practicing nurses, instructors, researchers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and others. Sigma’s more than 530 chapters are located at more than 700 institutions of higher education throughout Armenia, Australia, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, England, Eswatini, Ghana, Hong Kong, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Lebanon, Malawi, Mexico, the Netherlands, Pakistan, Philippines, Portugal, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Sweden, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, the United States, and Wales.

Learn more at http://www.SigmaNursing.org.

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Technology: Computer

EduSynch Signs Deal with Education First (EF) International Language Campuses

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EduSynch Signs New Deal

EduSynch Signs Deal with Education First International Language Campuses (EF)

EduSynch’s large bank of preparation material is what we need to help our students practice and reach success at their tests.


NEW YORK (PRWEB)

EduSynch (by Dokimi, Inc.) is pleased to announce that the company has signed a deal with Education First International Language Campuses (EF) for the adoption of EduSynch’s adaptive test preparation and mock testing platform focused on the IELTS™, TOEIC® and TOEFL® exams.

Headquartered in Zurich, EF is one of the largest education companies in the world. It has over 612 schools and offices globally, with a presence in 114 countries. EF International Language Campuses has been in operation for over 50 years with the sole objective to “combine language training with cultural exchange, academic achievement and educational travel to deliver courses and programs that transform dreams into international opportunities.” EF also owns English Live, the largest online English school in the world.

As part of the partnership, EF has adopted the EduSynch solution to provide thousands of students in the EF network access to EduSynch’s adaptive practice and mock testing platform. The EF-branded EduSynch platform promises to help such students prepare for, and improve their scores on IELTS™, TOEIC®, and TOEFL® exams.

“Studying abroad has been and always will be a fundamental component in the development of a student,” says Sean Kilachand, Co-Founder and CEO of EduSynch. “Partnering with EF allows us to not only join forces with one of the most reputable educational companies in the world, but also to reach tens of thousands of students whose futures depend on their ability to do well on one of these English tests.”

“Many of our study-abroad students choose to take an official exam,” says Benjamin Delahaye, VP Academic Operations and Development for EF International Campuses. “EduSynch’s large bank of preparation material is what we need to help our students practice and reach success at their tests. The adaptive practice and realistic mock tests will also help them experience the test before they have to take it.”

On the heels of this deal, EduSynch continues its expansion throughout Europe and Southeast Asia with a focus on helping educational outfits around the world digitize their assessment needs.

About EduSynch (by Dokimi, Inc.)

Headquartered in New York City, EduSynch is one of the world’s foremost platforms designed for institutional English language proficiency testing. The company has over 250,000 users spread across 195+ countries in the world, and works with educational institutions around the world. EduSynch offers online test preparation and mock testing for IELTS™, TOEIC® and TOEFL®, but also offers general testing services using the CEFR framework.

EduSynch’s sister company Levely provides online English proficiency testing services for companies that are looking to hire English speakers.

Both platforms leverage the use of human evaluators and artificial intelligence for the Speaking and Writing abilities, as well as remote monitoring for security and guaranteed accuracy of results.

About Education First International Language Campuses (EF)

Education First International Language Campuses is a subsidiary of EF Education First, a global education company focused on language, academic, cultural exchange, and educational travel programs. EF was founded in 1965 with the mission to open the world through education. Headquartered in Zurich, EF is one of the largest education companies in the world, with over 612 schools and offices, and a global presence in 114 countries. The company also has over 52,000 employees throughout the world. English Live, the company’s online English School, is the largest online English school in the world.

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Technology: Electronics

Heilind Electronics Honored with Heyco Distribution Award

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Heilind named Heyco Distributor of the Year

Heilind Electronics was recently named Heyco’s Distributor of the Year.


WILMINGTON, Mass. (PRWEB)

Heilind Electronics, a premier distributor of electronic components worldwide, was recently honored with the Distributor of the Year award by Heyco, a leading manufacturer of molded wire protection products and stamped electrical components. The award, presented to Heilind at the company’s annual Distributor Council meeting in Florida, was based on exceptional overall growth in distribution.

A combination of performance factors contributed to Heilind’s receipt of this award — including dollar growth, percentage growth, lead follow-up and corporate and branch support.

“I am delighted to accept this award on behalf of our Heilind team,” said Alan Clapp, Vice President of Supplier Business, Heilind Electronics. “Through our partnership with Heyco, we have been able to offer our customers a wide range of cutting-edge wire and cable accessories. We look forward to growing our alliance further.”

Heyco National Sales Director, Larry Kucera, echoed the sentiment. “Heyco is pleased to present Heilind Electronics with our Distributor of the Year award,” said Kucera. “Heilind achieved double digit growth in a challenging year with outstanding support at the corporate and branch levels. Great job!”

The award is one of several distinctions Heilind Electronics has received over the past year – including being named the #1 electronics distributor by Bishop & Associates. Heilind offers Heyco solutions for a variety of industries, including industrial, medical, appliance, transportation, alternative energy, lighting and aerospace.

For more information on Heilind Electronics, visit: http://www.heilind.com.

About Heilind Electronics

Heilind Electronics, Inc. (http://www.heilind.com) is one of the world’s leading distributors of connectors, relays, sensors, switches, thermal management and circuit protection products, terminal blocks, wire and cable, wiring accessories and insulation and identification products. Founded in 1974, Heilind has locations throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Singapore, Hong Kong and China. Follow Heilind on Facebook at facebook.com/Heilind and on Twitter at twitter.com/Heilind.

About Heyco

Founded in 1926, Heyco Products designs and manufactures molded wire protection products, plastic fasteners, molded components and stamped electrical components to meet the needs of industrial, medical, appliance, transportation, alternative energy, lighting and aerospace companies. Heyco also brings with it a modern, globally certified, U.S.-based manufacturing facility with vast expertise in injection molding, progressive stamping, overmolding and assembly processes and techniques.

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Society: Disabled Issues / Disabilities

Baltimore Nonprofit HASA Appoints New External Relations Director

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Ilana’s ability to engage and empower community stakeholders and donors will be a huge asset in expanding HASA’s impact in Baltimore and beyond.


BALTIMORE (PRWEB)

HASA, a Baltimore nonprofit that provides hearing, speech, and education services, recently appointed Ilana Glazer as its new external relations director. In her role, Ilana leads HASA’s fundraising, communications, and outreach initiatives. Specifically, Ilana directs donor relations, grants administration, external communications, community education, brand strategy, public policy, and volunteer management.

With more than 15 years in the nonprofit sector, Ilana brings extensive experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, and partnership development. Prior to joining HASA’s team, Ilana led development and communication at the Institute for Islamic, Christian and Jewish Studies (ICJS).

“Ilana’s ability to engage and empower community stakeholders and donors will be a huge asset in expanding HASA’s impact in Baltimore and beyond,” said Erin Stauder, HASA’s executive director.

Ilana joins an organization with strong roots in the Baltimore community. Founded in 1926, HASA is a well-established, private, non-profit organization that offers a multitude of services to individuals of all ages with various communication needs.

When asked about her new position, she said, “I’m inspired by the amazing growth story of HASA, a hallmark Baltimore organization. I Iook forward to increasing HASA’s presence in the community and furthering the organization’s mission of connecting people to their worlds.”

Ilana holds a B.A. from Columbia University. She resides in Baltimore County with her husband and three children.

About HASA

One of Baltimore’s oldest nonprofit organizations, HASA’s mission is to support prevention, treatment and advocacy initiatives related to communication. Programs include hearing aids, hearing health programs, speech-language evaluation and therapy, special education, school-related language and literacy programs, interpreting, and sign language classes. For more information, please visit http://www.hasa.org or call (410) 318-6780.

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health and fitness

South Carolina Promotes Play and Recreation Statewide Funding and Training Initiative

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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (PRWEB)

South Carolina Recreation and Park Association (SCRPA), PlayCore, GameTime, and Cunningham Recreation are aligning resources and strategically partnering to promote best practices in parks and recreation, provide quality education, and arm communities with evidence-based resources.

Parks are essential to creating healthier, happier societies across generations. Complimentary professional development events hosted by PlayCore’s Center for Outreach, Research & Education (CORE) will be held starting March 24-26 at three locations across South Carolina. These interactive education symposiums will help participants effectively fuel their community’s passion for play and recreation and empower stakeholders to become champions for high quality outdoor play and recreation environments that meet the diverse needs of children, families, and communities in these modern times.

Attendees will be inspired by unique design and program innovations, leadership case examples, and strategies to creatively consider the needs and goals of their community. The content and hands-on learning activities will equip participants in developing strong advocacy messages of how investing in parks and recreation positively impacts the quality of life in communities across South Carolina.

Learning Objectives:

  • Develop advocacy messages describing why play and recreation is essential to a healthier and happier society.

  • Apply research-based design best practices to create high-quality outdoor play and recreation destinations.

  • Discuss model projects, positive community outcomes, and the health and wellness benefits of inclusion, physical activity, and nature.


While CORE provides statewide professional development services, GameTime, a leading playground designer/manufacturer, will provide up to $2M million in matching funds to assist parks and recreation departments who are members of SCRPA create play and recreation destinations. These sites will be thoroughly reviewed to align with research-based best practices. These projects will serve as National Demonstration Sites (NDS) and as national models for promoting physical activity, fitness, nature engagement, and/or inclusion, and opportunities to participate in data collection and demonstrate community outcomes through an on-site sign with a research QR code.

Each of the four symposiums are designed for mid to upper-level professionals in the fields of park and recreation, landscape architecture, and education. The sessions will offer Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for professionals and promise to be lively, informative, and educational. Lunch and educational resources will be provided by GameTime and Cunningham Recreation.

To learn more about this partnership and ways to attend the events, please visit: https://www.playcore.com/events/scrpa-promotes-play-recreation

About PlayCore:

PlayCore is a purpose driven Company committed to building stronger communities around the world by advancing play and recreation. The company infuses scholarly learning, through its Center for Outreach, Research, and Education, into its comprehensive family of brands. PlayCore combines best-in-class educational programming with the most comprehensive portfolio of play and recreation products and services to create tailored solutions that match the unique needs of each community served. Learn more at https://www.playcore.com.

About GameTime:

GameTime is a leading manufacturer of commercial playgrounds, custom play spaces and outdoor fitness equipment. Headquartered in Fort Payne, Alabama, and with distribution around the world, GameTime has been dedicated to enriching childhood through play since our founding in 1929, and we work with community partners to demonstrate Play Has No Limit®.

Learn more at http://www.gametime.com.

About Cunningham Recreation:

Cunningham Recreation is proud to serve as GameTime’s exclusive representative in South Carolina. Cunningham Recreation has been providing commercial playground equipment and park products since 1966. From neighborhoods to municipal parks, we’ve built thousands of playgrounds for kids of all ages. We build memories that last!

About SCRPA:

The South Carolina Recreation and Parks Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the professional development of its members and advocacy for parks, recreation and tourism opportunities in South Carolina.

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