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VFR Healthcare and Operation Art District Healthcare Partner to Enhance Service Offerings to Veterans

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“I strongly believe that there is a relationship between creative expression and healing. OAD Healthcare is helping military Veterans discover the healing powers of the arts and we are proud to partner with VFR Healthcare.” – Mercedes Dericho, founder of OAD Healthcare


NEW YORK (PRWEB)

VFR Healthcare (Veteran & First Responder Healthcare) and the non-profit Operation Art District Healthcare (OAD Healthcare) today announced a new partnership to enhance Veterans’ access to Creative Arts Therapies.

OAD Healthcare offers a unique approach to helping active-duty military members and Veterans suffering from mental health issues through a holistic approach to the healing process. This unique approach, called Creative Arts Therapy, is offered in both group and individual sessions which includes techniques that can be used for self-expression and personal growth when the patient is unable to participate in traditional “talk therapy,” or when that approach has become ineffective. The goal is to provide a medium for expression that bypasses words, thus helping the individual connect with emotions injected into the core of various personal experiences.

VFR is a national veteran-owned and veteran-operated organization treating Veterans, first responders, and their families and caretakers, who are dealing with substance use and mental health issues. Since June of 2018, VFR and the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) have partnered together to enhance Veterans’ access to mental health and substance abuse services to reduce suicide.

Mercedes Dericho, founder of OAD Healthcare, stated “I strongly believe that there is a relationship between creative expression and healing. OAD Healthcare is helping military Veterans discover the healing powers of the arts and we are proud to partner with VFR Healthcare.”

Eric Golnick, CEO of VFR (Veteran & First Responder) Healthcare, added “we are extremely excited to be working with Mercedes and the OAD Healthcare team. We believe OAD Healthcare will further enhance our service offerings and assist in improving the overall mental health of the Veterans we serve.”

About VFR Healthcare

VFR (Veteran & First Responder) Healthcare, the sister company of Strive Health, is a veteran-owned and operated organization that is committed to increasing the access to, and quality of, outpatient addiction and mental health treatment for Veterans, First Responders, and their families. VFR has developed clinical programming designed specifically for veterans, first responders, and their families and incorporates these principles to all programs and services provided. All Strive centers proudly serve VFR Healthcare and offer a wide range of confidential, trauma-informed outpatient treatment programs and services for adults and adolescents suffering from Substance Use Disorder and/or co-occurring mental health conditions, including intensive outpatient programs, outpatient programs, and early intervention services.

About Operation Art District

Operation Art District Healthcare’s (OAD) mission is to improve the overall mental health of military Veterans by increasing the cognitive and social functions of military Veterans suffering from and/or diagnosed with a mental illness such as PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Bi-Polar disorder and/or sexual trauma, by providing a combination of tradition mental health treatment and creative arts therapy in the areas of photography, painting, creative writing/poetry, sculpting, yoga and much more. OAD’s mission is to improve and restore a sense of personal well-being. With art therapy being the center of our treatment, OAD’s creative arts therapy programs fosters self-awareness, social skills and increases the ability for patients to manage their symptoms. Artistic self-expression aids in self-discovery which many Veterans suffering from invisible disabilities such as PTSD, Depression and Anxiety have lost a sense of personal wellbeing.

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http://www.vfrhealthcare.com

http://www.oadhealthcare.com

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Legacy Oaks of Sacramento Hosts Free Memory Care Workshops

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Staff member and resident looking at photos and tools.

Legacy Oaks of Sacramento team member and resident engaging. Life engagement is one of the 5 directional paths of the Montessori Moments in Time program.

We understand the challenges you face and know that it is essential for you to have support, education, and an understanding of how important it is to take care of yourself.


SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB)

Currently under the management of Meridian Senior Living (Meridian), Legacy Oaks of Sacramento Assisted Living and Memory Care (Legacy Oaks) is hosting Caregiver Café, a monthly workshop founded on principles from Meridian’s exclusive memory care program. These monthly workshops are vital as the global impact of dementia is staggering. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, as of 2015 there were 9.9 million new cases world-wide with one diagnosed every 3 seconds. With that in mind, all of us will be affected by Alzheimer’s in one way or another. Understanding the disease has become increasingly important in helping afflicted family members and loved ones experience better outcomes.

Caregiver Café is based on Montessori Moments in Time (MMIT), Meridian’s distinctive memory care programming, to offer families and caregivers strategies to cope with challenging times. The goals of MMIT at Legacy Oaks are to enhance living for those with memory challenges by using the five directional paths. Each directional path has the resident and family in mind to encourage independence and helps deal with the progression of Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias. These paths include Family Connections, Health and Wellness, Dining Experience, Life Engagement, and Team Promise. Family Connections focus on the well-being of our families through social gatherings, volunteer opportunities, support, and education. Health and Wellness is based on providing satisfying experiences, promoting independence, and encouraging positive behavior while maintaining respect and dignity. The Dining Experience leverages meals as a time to reminisce, create new memories, maximize independence, and promote socializing, all in an inviting environment. Life Engagement includes scheduled programs that support the whole person allowing residents to function at their highest potential, giving them a sense of purpose and overall well-being. Team Promise focuses on developing care partnerships through ongoing education and training.

“When someone in the family has dementia, it changes everything,” states Sue Johnston, VP Program Development. “We understand the challenges you face and know that it is essential for you to have support, education, and an understanding of how important it is to take care of yourself.”

The Caregiver Café program offers an opportunity for caregivers of loved ones who suffer from Alzheimer’s or dementia to participate in a forum to ask questions while being surrounded by others going through their same situation. Legacy Oak’s onsite experts serve as a resource to provide support for the caregivers and to help them better understand their loved one’s condition. Caregiver Cafés are held on the last Wednesday of every month from 6pm-7pm at Legacy Oaks located at 1922 Morse Avenue in Sacramento, CA. Complimentary coffee and snacks are provided. Upcoming Caregiver Café topics include: Alive Inside featuring a Music and Memory Program on October 30th and Tips for the Holidays on November 27th.

Since workshop space is limited, interested participants should call (916) 822-7328 to R.S.V.P. at least one day before the event. For more information about Legacy Oaks, visit: legacyoaksofsacramento.com.

About Meridian Senior Living:

Meridian Senior Living, a privately held company based in Bethesda, Maryland, owns and operates seniors housing communities across the country and provides operational consulting to 24 communities in China. With more than 70 communities in 21 states and more in development, Meridian is one of the largest seniors housing operators in the U.S. The company prides itself on providing the highest quality care, exceptional lifestyle programming and a distinctive dining experience for its residents. For more information on Meridian Senior Living, visit meridiansenior.com.

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NiaTV Launches New 7-Day Music + Movement Wellness Program

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“Nia is a movement practice grounded in mindfulness of the sensations of safety, comfort and pleasure. It can be a great complement to physical therapy, helping you move and heal your body’s way.”Rachael R. Resch, PT/LMTNia Black Belt Teacher


PORTLAND, Ore. (PRWEB)

-Feel better a few minutes a day.

-Give your body a dose of healing movement.

-Enhance the relationship you have with your body.

-Include movement into your daily life.

Health and wellness pioneer, Nia Technique, will be initiating a free 7-day Music + Movement Wellness Program geared towards enhancing the body’s overall mobility and stability. This week-long program incorporates a variety of movement, music and lifestyle tools that will tune, tone and engage the brain, bones, joints, muscles and soft tissues. Our program provides movement medicine to help our participants thrive, move well, and feel better at any age and stage of life.

Participants will have access to 7 curated workouts, 7 daily movement tips, and a downloadable program guide when they register at NiaTV.fit. Utilizing Nia Technique’s unique approach to holistic health and fitness, our special Music + Movement program is both therapeutic and educational, designed to teach you to move and connect to the sense of healing and conditioning. The Nia 7-Day Music + Movement Wellness Program begins October 23rd and culminates on October 30th.

We invite everyone to start and end the day with a dose of vigorous music and movement rooted in mobility and stability. Award your body with exactly what it needs to stay healthy, well and fit by taking part in our 7-Day Wellness Program.

To book an interview or learn more about Nia Technique and the Nia 7-Day Music + Movement Wellness Program, contact Nia at (503) 245-9886, email pr@nianow.com, or visit our website at http://www.nianow.com.

About Nia: Nia Technique, Inc., headquartered in Portland, OR, is a movement art that came on the scene in 1983. As the first mind-body, barefoot workout, Nia safely provides people of all ages and levels of ability with a holistic way to get fit and stay healthy through Nia’s body and life education and movement lifestyle. Enjoyed by thousands of people in over 49 countries, Nia offers classes, workshops, training, certification, books and online video streaming via Roku, Google Play, and Apple TV, as well as products produced with sister brands NiaSounds, NiaWear, and NiaTV. Nia has been featured by hundreds of media outlets including The New York Times, Health Magazine, Self Magazine, Psychology Today, Oprah Magazine, Huffington Post, BBC Today, and The San Francisco Chronicle.

Nia Technique, “Through Movement We Find Health.”

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2020 iaedp™ Symposium Offers Self-Expression through Art Competition

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“The art submissions are as unique as the art competition itself,” says Blanche Williams, MS and Director of International Development at the iaedp™ Foundation. “The artists’ allow outsiders to see inside their emotional selves.”


PEKIN, Ill. (PRWEB)

Studies involving eating disorders have revealed that emotional repression is linked to higher reports of medical challenges. Through a unique art competition sponsored annually by the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (iaedp™), artists are given the opportunity of self-expression by pushing the boundaries of form, structure and identity through visual, 3-dimensional and mixed media as well as poetry, spoken word and dance/performance.

The art competition is themed is “Imagine Me Beyond What You See” and held during the annual iaedp™ Symposium. At next year’s conference in Orlando at the Omni at ChampionsGate, March 26-29, the top five art finalists are showcased and the winner is revealed. Entries are currently being accepted through December 15, 2019.

“Imagine Me Beyond What You See” originally was designed to promote a healthy awareness and acceptance of body images. That focus has been nurtured over the 10-year span that the special art competition has been conducted. The art contest is open to everyone; however, iaedp™ asks treatment centers and private practices with art therapists to work with patients to provide entries.

“The art submissions are as unique as the art competition itself,” says Blanche Williams, MS and Director of International Development at the iaedp™ Foundation. “The artists’ allow outsiders to see inside their emotional selves. Each contest entry communicates powerful themes and reveals courageous individuals.”

Entries must include a 300-word description/inspiration along with a two to three sentence biography of the artist or group. A list of materials/content must be provided along with a submission of four photos of the art form in high (300+) resolution jpeg format that shows at least four different angles. Photos will be enlarged, so quality is important. Poetry and/or spoken word should be submitted in writing and/or one to two minute You Tube video link. Dance/performance must be submitted in one to two minute You Tube video link. All entries require signing an artist release.

The Lead Sponsorship for the 2020 “Imagine Me Beyond What You See” is still open for organizations which are interested in helping to support the competition. For more details contact blanche@iaedp.com.

The “Imagine Me Beyond What You See” awards ceremony, scheduled during the 2020 iaedp™ Symposium, will include the Professionals’ Choice Award, which is selected through voting by iaedp™ membership, 2020 Symposium attendees and the general public.

Past year Imagine Me contest entries and winners can be seen by visiting: http://www.iaedp.com/imagine-me/ and http://membershare.iaedp.com/category/members/memberimagineme/. For additional information about the Imagine Me art competition, including how to enter, contact Blanche@iaedp.com.

About the iaedp™ Foundation: Since 1985, the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals has provided education and training standards to an international and multidisciplinary group of various healthcare treatment providers and helping professions. MemberSHARE.iaedp.com is an iaedp™ business journal and online member resource to learn about noteworthy member achievements, continuing education webinars and U.S. and international chapter activity and events; for more information, visit MemberSHARE.

The Presidents Council provides iaedp™ support and includes: Center for Change; Center for Hope of the Sierras; Center for Discovery; Eating Recovery Center; Willow Place; Laureate Eating Disorders Program; McCallum Place Eating Disorder Centers; The Meadows Ranch; Rogers Behavioral Health; Rosewood Centers for Eating Disorders; Selah House; The Renfrew Center; Timberline Knolls; Turning Tides Eating Disorder Treatment Center; Veritas Collaborative; Focus Treatment Centers; Alsana Eating Disorder Treatment & Recovery Centers; and Silver Hill Hospital.

More information about all aspects regarding iaedp™ and its 2020 Symposium can be found at iaedp.com.

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TryCycle Data Systems Secures $150K Investment from Connecticut Innovations

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OTTAWA, Ontario (PRWEB)

TryCycle Data Systems, developer of clinician-focused software systems to address the growing epidemic of substance use, addiction and mental health, today announced that the company has secured a $150,000 pre-seed investment from Connecticut Innovations (CI), the state’s strategic venture capital arm and the leading source of financing and ongoing support for Connecticut’s innovative, growing companies. TryCycle intends to leverage the investment to accelerate growth, create jobs in Connecticut and scale its business in the United States.

“As a home-grown Connecticut initiative, we could find no better partner than Connecticut Innovations to support our vision and grow our business,” said John MacBeth, TryCycle CEO and Founder. “Charity begins at home and, together with CI, we are now positioned to go beyond and outside the borders of Connecticut to make the greatest impact on people affected by the opioid crisis.”

TryCycle is a HIPAAA-compliant healthcare technology aiming to transform the way clinicians deliver care to patients with substance use disorders. The company’s connected health platform has been adopted by clinics and treatment centers across the state, increasing patient engagement, supporting long-term recovery outcomes and saving lives.

“Connecticut’s proximity to major cities like Boston and New York, along with the ability to access the third-most educated workforce in the nation, provides massive potential for success and long-term sustainability of TryCycle,” added MacBeth.

CI’s Pre-Seed Fund supports the formation of new Connecticut technology companies by providing the funding, mentoring and resources to help early-stage companies grow. TryCycle is also a proud member of the UConn Technology Incubation Program (TIP) and is actively working with the University of Connecticut on a global health and development research project to identify the triggers and reduce the stigma of mental health disorders.

About TryCycle:

TryCycle is unique ‘digital compassionate tether’ technology, helping to bridge the gap between the time a patient leaves treatment and their next appointment. An AI-driven data platform, TryCycle is utilized by opt-in patients who agree to participate in the program as an extension of their treatment. Patient driven data insights, trends, and risk patterns are continuously collected and analyzed in real time, to enable behavioral health interventions and clinical actions. For more information, please visit http://www.trycycledata.com.

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MemoryCare.com Names the Best Facilities for Senior Memory Care in Chicago, IL

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CHICAGO (PRWEB)

MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Chicago, Illinois. The guide identifies 6 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia. In Chicago, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer’s increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.

“There’s a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Chicago, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer’s related deaths,” says Joyce Collins. “MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities.”

Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Chicago, IL, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/chicago-il-facilities/.

2019 Best Memory Care Facilities in Chicago, Illinois (in alphabetical order)

Belmont Village Oak Park

Phone: (708) 848-7200

Address: 1035 Madison St., Oak Park, IL 60302

Web: belmontvillage.com

Hartwell Place

Phone: (773) 596-2215

Address: 5520 N. Paulina St., Chicago, IL 60640

Web: cmsschicago.org

Norwood Crossing

Phone: (773) 631-4856

Address: 6016 N. Nina Ave., Chicago, IL 60631

Web: norwoodcrossing.org

St. Joseph Village of Chicago

Phone: (773) 245-1031

Address: 4021 West Belmont Ave., Chicago, IL 60641

Web: franciscanministries.org

Sunrise of Lincoln Park

Phone: (847) 686-3720

Address: 2710 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60614

Web: sunriseseniorliving.com

The Clare

Phone: (312) 784-8100

Address: 55 East Pearson St., Chicago, IL 60611

Web: theclare.com

ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM

MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.

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MemoryCare.com Names the Best Facilities for Senior Memory Care in Indianapolis, IN

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INDIANAPOLIS (PRWEB)

MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Indianapolis, Indiana. The guide identifies 8 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia. In Indianapolis, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer’s increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.

“There’s a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Indianapolis, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer’s related deaths,” says Joyce Collins. “MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities.”

Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Indianapolis, IN, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/indianapolis-in-facilities/.

2019 Best Memory Care Facilities in Indianapolis, Indiana (in alphabetical order)

American Village

Phone: (317) 253-6950

Address: 2026 E. 54th St., Indianapolis, IN 46220

Web: asccare.com

Magnolia Springs SouthPointe

Phone: (317) 406-9585

Address: 4926 Sir Barton Way, Indianapolis, IN 46237

Web: mssouthpointe.com

Rittenhouse Village at Northside

Phone: (317) 584-5234

Address: 1251 West 96th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260

Web: rittenhousevillages.com

Robin Run Village

Phone: (317) 597-0464 x413

Address: 5354 West 62nd St., Indianapolis, IN 46268

Web: lifecare.brookdale.com

Stonecrest of Meridian Hills

Phone: (317) 225-4145

Address: 8549 N. Meridian Hills, Indianapolis, IN 46260

Web: stonecrestofmeridianhills.com

Traditions at North Willow

Phone: (317) 876-2916

Address: 1703 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260

Web: traditionsatnorthwillow.com

Traditions at Solana

Phone: (317) 860-0000

Address: 7721 Battery Pointe Way, Indianapolis, IN 46240

Web: traditionsatsolana.com

Willow Lake Place

Phone: (317) 315-5294

Address: 2725 Lake Circle Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46268

Web: enlivant.com

ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM

MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.

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MemoryCare.com Names the Best Facilities for Senior Memory Care in Phoenix, AZ

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PHOENIX (PRWEB)

MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Phoenix, Arizona. The guide identifies 18 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia. In Phoenix, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer’s increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.

“There’s a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Phoenix, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer’s related deaths,” says Joyce Collins. “MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities.”

Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Phoenix, AZ, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/phoenix-az-facilities/

2019 Best Memory Care Facilities in Phoenix, Arizona (in alphabetical order)

Barton House

Phone: (480) 991-9912

Address: 7001 East Mountain View Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85253

Web: thebartonhouse.com

Bethesda Gardens

Phone: (866) 744-6717

Address: 13825 N. Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85022

Web: bethesdagardensaz.com

Deer Valley Senior Living

Phone: (623) 237-9750

Address: 20221 N 29th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85027

Web: deervalleyseniorliving.com

Fellowship Square Phoenix (a Life Plan Community)

Phone: (602) 833-4330

Address: 2002 W Sunnyside Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85029

Web: fellowshipsquareseniorliving.org

Glencroft

Phone: (623) 939-9475

Address: 8611 North 67th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85302

Web: glencroft.com

Hawthorn Court at Ahwatukee

Phone: (480) 598-1224

Address: 13822 South 46th Pl, Phoenix, AZ 85044

Web: hawthorncourtseniorliving.com

LivGenerations Ahwatukee

Phone: (480) 485-3000

Address: 15815 S 50th St, Phoenix, AZ 85048

Web: livgenerationsahwatukee.com

Mariposa Point at Algodon Center

Phone: (844) 598-7719

Address: 3100 N 91st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85037

Web: mariposapointseniorliving.com

Mountain Park Senior Living

Phone: (480) 893-1200

Address: 4475 East Knox Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85044

Web: spectrumretirement.com

Olive Grove

Phone: (602) 957-7021

Address: 3014 E. Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016

Web: stellarliving.com

Pacifica Senior Living Paradise Valley

Phone: (602) 814-0000

Address: 16621 North 38th St, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Web: pacificaseniorliving.com

Rose Court Senior Living

Phone: (602) 265-9813

Address: 2935 N 18th Pl, Phoenix, AZ 85016

Web: rosecourtliving.com

Sunrise of Chandler

Phone: (520) 332-6512

Address: 5757 West Chandler Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85226

Web: sunriseseniorliving.com

The Gardens of Scottsdale

Phone: (480) 941-2222

Address: 6001 East Thomas Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Web: fivestarseniorliving.com

The Palazzo

Phone: (602) 433-6300

Address: 6250 North 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85015

Web: palazzohc.com

The Plaza Assisted Living of Scottsdale

Phone: (480) 935-3880

Address: 8501 E Plaza Ave, Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Web: plazaalofscottsdale.com

The Terraces of Phoenix

Phone: (800) 836-4281

Address: 7550 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85020

Web: humangood.org

Westchester Senior Living

Phone: (480) 831-8660

Address: 6100 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283

Web: voaseniorliving.org

ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM

MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.

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School Districts Partnering with Gaggle Saved More Than 700 Students from Suicide in 2018-19

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“Gaggle triggered additional help for the students whom we may have otherwise missed,” said Dr. Melissa Williams-Scott, Executive Director of Information Systems at Dickinson ISD. “We’ve been very pleased with our investment in Gaggle.”


BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (PRWEB)

From self-harm to violence towards others to the sharing of nudity and sexual content, K-12 students are engaging in an alarming number of dangerous behaviors, and they are leaving evidence of this behavior in their online activity within Google’s G Suite, Microsoft Office 365 and the Canvas learning management system. According to a new national student safety report from Gaggle, The State of Student Safety Through the Gaggle Lens, from July 2018 through June 2019, Gaggle safety experts identified nearly 14,000 incidents revealing an imminent threat to a student’s life or well-being — and more than 40 percent of these happened outside of school hours.

“With over 100,000 safety issues observed among Gaggle’s nearly 5 million users in 2018-19 — including nearly 13,000 cases deemed serious enough to warrant immediate action — it’s clear that K-12 leaders have their work cut out for them in keeping students safe,” said Jeff Patterson, Gaggle CEO. “While students may appear to be fine at school, they often express their thoughts and feelings more freely online. School leaders might never know about students’ cries for help unless they have visibility into their use of school-issued digital tools.”

During the 2018-19 school year, Gaggle reported:


  • 52,000 references to suicide or self-harm in students’ online activity. Of these, more than 6,000 were serious enough to merit immediate attention by the district, which resulted in more than 700 lives saved.

  • 34,000 references of violence toward others. Of these, more than 1,600 warranted an immediate call to prevent a potential incident.

  • 15,000 examples of nudity or sexual content, of which 5,100 required immediate action.

These figures come from Gaggle’s safety management solution, which uses a combination of artificial intelligence and trained safety experts to help K-12 districts proactively ensure the safety and well-being of all students. During the 2018/19 academic school year, Gaggle analyzed and viewed over 3.9 billion items of which 70 million items were reviewed for suspicious content. Gaggle is committed to keeping students safe by scanning school accounts for harmful content. They then alert school officials when students show signs of self-harm, depression, thoughts of suicide, substance abuse, cyberbullying, credible threats of violence against others, or other harmful situations.

Before implementing Gaggle, Dickinson Independent School District (DISD) was struggling with encryption and content filter challenges related to its use of Google and G Suite for Education, the latter of which is used for both student and staff communication and collaboration. Drawn in by Gaggle’s 24/7/365 online guarantee and the way it could quickly identify, act on, and alert the district of potential problems, DISD implemented the platform in August of 2018. During the platform’s first year in use, the district caught numerous potential problems that ranged from seemingly innocent sentences to full-blown emergencies—and everything in between.

“Gaggle triggered additional help for the students whom we may have otherwise missed,” said Dr. Melissa Williams-Scott, Executive Director of Information Systems at Dickinson ISD. “We’ve been very pleased with our investment in Gaggle, which is basically like having your own personal ‘911’ system specifically for your district.”

The State of Student Safety Through the Gaggle Lens report is available at https://pages.gaggle.net/18-19-safetyreport/.

About Gaggle| http://www.gaggle.net

Since 1999, Gaggle has been the leader in helping K-12 districts manage student safety on school-provided technology. Using a robust combination of both artificial intelligence and trained safety experts, the safety solution proactively assists districts 24/7/365 in the prevention of student suicide, bullying, inappropriate behaviors, school violence, and other harmful situations. Most importantly, Gaggle continues to help hundreds of districts avoid tragedies and save lives, while also protecting their liability. In the 2018-19 academic year, Gaggle has helped districts save the lives of more than 700 students who were planning or actually attempting suicide. For more information, visit http://www.gaggle.net and follow Gaggle on Twitter at @Gaggle_K12.

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MemoryCare.com Names the Best Facilities for Senior Memory Care in Portland, OR

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PORTLAND, Ore. (PRWEB)

MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Portland, Oregon. The guide identifies 19 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia. In Portland, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer’s increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.

“There’s a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Portland, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer’s related deaths,” says Joyce Collins. “MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities.”

Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Portland, OR, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/portland-or-facilities/

2019 Best Memory Care Facilities in Portland, Oregon (in alphabetical order)

Cherrywood Village

Phone: (503) 408-0404

Address: 1417 SE 107th Ave, Portland, OR 97216

Web: cherrywoodvillage.net

Courtyard at Mt. Tabor

Phone: (503) 854-0312

Address: 6323 SE Division St., Portland, OR 97206

Web: courtyardatmttabor.com

Emerson House

Phone: (503) 234-8585

Address: 3577 SE Division, Portland, OR 97202

Web: emersonhouseportland.com

Firwood Gardens

Phone: (503) 252-0085

Address: 819 NE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97230

Web: firwoodgardens.com

Harvest Homes

Phone: (503) 286-2423

Address: 6921 N. Roberts Ave, Portland, OR 97203

Web: harvesthomes.us

Hawthorne Gardens Senior Living Community

Phone: (971) 264-7028

Address: 2828 SE Taylor St, Portland, OR 97214

Web: hawthornegardensslc.com

Monterey Court

Phone: (503) 654-3200

Address: 8915 SE Monterey Ave, Happy Valley, OR 97086

Web: montereycourt.net

Pacific Gardens Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

Phone: (503) 894-7248

Address: 17309 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97230

Web: jeaseniorliving.com

Pacifica Senior Living Portland

Phone: (503) 465-4468

Address: 1808 SE 182nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233

Web: pacificaseniorliving.com

Regency Park Assisted Living

Phone: (503) 200-2479

Address: 8300 SW Barnes Rd, Portland, OR 97225

Web: bpmsl.com

Revere Court of Portland

Phone: (503) 255-0070

Address: 11547 NE Glisan Street, Portland, OR 97220

Web: reverecourtportland.com

Royalton Place

Phone: (503) 610-2188

Address: 5555 SE King Rd, Milwaukee, OR 97222

Web: bpmsl.com

Russellville Park

Phone: (503) 254-5900

Address: 20 Southeast 103rd Ave, Portland, OR 97216

Web: leisurecare.com

St. Andrews Memory Care

Phone: (503) 200-3028

Address: 7617 SE Main St Portland, OR 97215

Web: pacificaseniorliving.com

Summerplace Assisted Living & Memory Care

Phone: (503) 252-9361

Address: 15727 NE Russell St, Portland, OR 97230

Web: prestigecare.com

The Ackerly at Timberland

Phone: (503) 350-3400

Address: 11795 NW Cedar Falls Dr, Portland, OR 97229

Web: leisurecare.com

The Pearl at Kruse Way

Phone: (503) 675-6055

Address: 4550 Carman Dr, Lake Oswego, OR 97035

Web: avamere.com

The Springs at Carman Oaks

Phone: (503) 636-3800

Address: 3800 Carman Dr, Lake Oswego, OR 97035

Web: thespringsliving.com

Waterhouse Ridge Memory Care

Phone: (503) 765-8605

Address: 1115 NW 158th Ave, Beaverton, OR 97006

Web: waterhouseridge.com

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