Socialization

The Place for Children with Autism Announces Opening of Jefferson Park Location

Retrieved on: 
Friday, January 26, 2024
Family, Applied behavior analysis, PACE, Place, Autism spectrum, Communication, Environment, Montrose Avenue, ABA, Child, Accreditation, Socialization, Spectrum, Parent, Nursing

CHICAGO, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Place for Children with Autism, a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children on the spectrum, announces the opening of a new center in Jefferson Park, IL.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Place for Children with Autism, a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children on the spectrum, announces the opening of a new center in Jefferson Park, IL.
  • The center is opening at 5960 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL, at the corner of Peterson and Milwaukee Avenues in the Jefferson Park neighborhood, just three miles from the current Portage Park location on Montrose Avenue.
  • "We are thrilled to announce the opening of our newest location in the Jefferson Park neighborhood.
  • The Place for Children with Autism specializes in providing the highest quality autism therapy (i.e., applied behavior analysis: ABA therapy) in a preschool-like setting for children with autism ages 2-6.

UNPRECEDENTED DEMOGRAPHIC REPORT ON HOLOCAUST SURVIVORS INDICATES APPROXIMATELY 245,000 JEWISH SURVIVORS ALIVE GLOBALLY

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Welfare, Learning, Claims Conference, Food, Life, Female, Survival, Male, Name, Survivor, Medicine, American Jewish University, Conference, Socialization, Child, Horror, Transport, Data analysis, Life insurance

NEW YORK, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (Claims Conference) released the Global Demographic Report on Jewish Holocaust Survivors, a demographic study on Jewish Holocaust survivors living around the world. The study reveals approximately 245,000 Holocaust survivors are still living across more than 90 countries.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (Claims Conference) released the Global Demographic Report on Jewish Holocaust Survivors , a demographic study on Jewish Holocaust survivors living around the world.
  • This information, while not the only resource, served as a foundation of the Global Demographic Report on Jewish Holocaust Survivors .
  • Claims Conference Global Demographic Report on Jewish Holocaust Survivors key findings include:
    There are an estimated 245,000 Jewish Holocaust survivors globally, living across more than 90 countries.
  • In addition to the Global Demographic Report on Jewish Holocaust Survivors, the Claims Conference has also released a New York demographic report.

America’s VetDogs Partners with American Integrity Insurance Company to Raise Future Service Dog

Retrieved on: 
Friday, January 12, 2024
Storm, Dog, Veteran, Central American Integration System, Disability, Socialization, Integrity, Town hall, EVP

Smithtown, NY and Tampa, FL, Jan. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- America’s VetDogs , a New York-based national nonprofit that provides specially-trained service dogs to veterans, first responders, and active-duty servicemembers with disabilities, and American Integrity Insurance Company (American Integrity), a premier Tampa, Florida-based property insurance carrier, are pleased to announce they will co-raise a future service dog for a United States veteran or first responder with disabilities.

Key Points: 
  • Smithtown, NY and Tampa, FL, Jan. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- America’s VetDogs , a New York-based national nonprofit that provides specially-trained service dogs to veterans, first responders, and active-duty servicemembers with disabilities, and American Integrity Insurance Company (American Integrity), a premier Tampa, Florida-based property insurance carrier, are pleased to announce they will co-raise a future service dog for a United States veteran or first responder with disabilities.
  • Storm will undergo basic training and socialization with the American Integrity staff for the next 16 to 18 months.
  • Storm will make frequent visits to the American Integrity office and the Company’s community events to expose her to various environments that will help mold her into a confident and calm future service dog.
  • “Our American Integrity team is honored and excited to co-raise Storm,” said Angie Quinn, EVP/Chief Human Resources Officer.

Signia Integrated Xperience Hearing Aid Platform Named a Winner of the 2024 BIG Innovation Awards

Retrieved on: 
Friday, January 12, 2024
Patient, Health care, Kool-Aid, Citibank, Walgreens Boots Alliance, Hearing, Movement, Colgate-Palmolive, Socialization, Silk, Organization, Marketing, Pure

ISELIN, N.J., Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hearing aid innovator Signia has been named a winner of the 2024 BIG Innovation Awards for its Signia Integrated Xperience (IX) hearing aid platform, which provides unprecedented sound clarity and definition for wearers in noisy group conversations – even when the wearer or speakers are in motion. The recognition underscores the company's commitment to delivering groundbreaking solutions to all hearing aid wearers that optimize hearing capabilities in even the most challenging listening scenarios.

Key Points: 
  • The breakthrough hearing aid platform has been recognized in the Healthcare category of the 2024 BIG Innovation Awards, marking it as an industry-leading solution for enhanced conversational ability in group conversations.
  • ISELIN, N.J., Jan. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hearing aid innovator Signia has been named a winner of the 2024 BIG Innovation Awards for its Signia Integrated Xperience (IX) hearing aid platform, which provides unprecedented sound clarity and definition for wearers in noisy group conversations – even when the wearer or speakers are in motion.
  • The new Signia Integrated Xperience hearing aid platform was recognized in the Healthcare category.
  • To learn more about Signia's Integrated Xperience hearing aid platform, click here .

Local Entrepreneur Opens Leading Dog Daycare in Waukee, Marking First Location in Iowa

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Student, Health, Social skills, Female, Joint, Dog, Pet, Veteran, Safety, Management, Infantry, Socialization, Iowa National Guard, Spectrum, Organization, Parent, Exercise, Table tennis rubber, Education, Army

WAUKEE, Iowa., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dogtopia, the nation's leading dog wellness franchise, is opening a new location in Waukee on Jan. 24. Located at 1500 NW Gettysburg Ln., Dogtopia of Waukee will provide award-winning services to dog parents in the community. As a welcome gift, Waukee dog parents can enjoy 25% off daycare enrollment until the end of February.

Key Points: 
  • Located at 1500 NW Gettysburg Ln., Dogtopia of Waukee will provide award-winning services to dog parents in the community.
  • As a welcome gift, Waukee dog parents can enjoy 25% off daycare enrollment until the end of February.
  • The new establishment is proudly owned by local Army Veteran, businessman and dog enthusiast, Jon Renaud.
  • Opening the first Dogtopia in Iowa, Renaud wants to emphasize Dogtopia's passion for dogs and their health and safety.

Chartwells Higher Education Launches 'First Year Eats' Program to Foster Inclusive College Experience for Incoming College and University Students

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Student, University, School, Friends, George Washington University, Feedback, Compass Group, Socialization, WSU, Marketing, Wichita State University, California State University, Nursing

First Year Eats is built specifically to focus on first-year students, with the goal of making them feel welcome and connected throughout their college career.

Key Points: 
  • First Year Eats is built specifically to focus on first-year students, with the goal of making them feel welcome and connected throughout their college career.
  • According to a recent student survey conducted by Chartwells, 62% of students say that dining helps them spend more time and connect with friends.
  • "We strive to not only meet the culinary needs of students but also their academic and social needs," said Lisa McEuen, CEO of Chartwells Higher Education.
  • The program will foster a welcoming and inclusive experience while helping students be their best selves in and out of the classroom."

Fear Free Proudly Pairs Up with bSerene™ Pet Pheromone Products

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Tail, Pheromone, Partnership, Science, Dog, Pet, Anxiety, Lip, Shivering, Cat, Socialization, Rigidity, Fear, DVM, Common, MAP, Free, DAP, Marketing, Yawn, SVP, Bottled water

DENVER, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fear Free® is excited to announce its partnership with science-guided pet pheromone brand bSerene™, which has come on board as a corporate program member.

Key Points: 
  • Fear Free is excited to announce its partnership with science-guided pet pheromone brand bSerene™, which has come on board as a corporate program member.
  • DENVER, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fear Free® is excited to announce its partnership with science-guided pet pheromone brand bSerene™, which has come on board as a corporate program member.
  • First and foremost, both companies are filled with pet lovers who want to reduce fear, anxiety, and stress in pets," - Randy Valpy, CEO of Fear Free.
  • First and foremost, both companies are filled with pet lovers who want to reduce fear, anxiety, and stress in pets," says Randy Valpy, CEO of Fear Free.

Fields Cannary Webinar Recap Available

Retrieved on: 
Monday, January 8, 2024
Liquor license, Cannabis, Socialization

Fields Cannary is redefining the industry.

Key Points: 
  • Fields Cannary is redefining the industry.
  • The company has seamlessly integrated cultivation, processing, enjoyment, and socialization in one venue.
  • Additionally, Fields Cannary proudly holds a fully approved Liquor License from the State of Michigan.
  • Fields Cannary invites potential investors to contribute to a positive and disruptive cultural shift within the cannabis industry.

WEMIX PLAY starts 2024 on strong footing by onboarding its first F2P Mobile Dance&Play Rhythm Game: Ritmi

Retrieved on: 
Monday, January 8, 2024
Friends, Social media, Motion, Music, Disc jockey, Social, Socialization, Mechanics, Creativity, Philosophy, Dance Dance Revolution, Entertainment

Inspired by dance simulator arcade game Dance Dance Revolution, Ritmi harnesses the power of motion recognition, allowing players to engage with the game using their smartphones.

Key Points: 
  • Inspired by dance simulator arcade game Dance Dance Revolution, Ritmi harnesses the power of motion recognition, allowing players to engage with the game using their smartphones.
  • The goal is to offer interesting, engaging, active, healthy and fun gameplay with integrated socialization elements.
  • The game is developed by Abu Dhabi-based Ritmi Games which is focused on mobile projects centered around rhythm, music, and unique motion recognition technology.
  • “We believe that together WEMADE and Ritmi can sound harmonious in the gaming market, bringing new and exciting melodies to players' lives."

Worried about school refusal? How to use the holidays to help your child

Retrieved on: 
Sunday, January 7, 2024
Senate, Meal, Screen time, School, Friends, Research, Depression, System, Socialization, Student, Holiday, Parent, Education, Anxiety, COVID, Thought, Sleep, Child, Time, Foot, History, Communication

I do research on young people’s engagement with school and have previously worked as a guidance officer, supporting families dealing with school refusal.

Key Points: 
  • I do research on young people’s engagement with school and have previously worked as a guidance officer, supporting families dealing with school refusal.
  • How can families use the holidays to lay the groundwork for a more positive school year ahead?

What is school refusal?

  • A recent Senate inquiry noted there is no commonly agreed definition but described it as:
    the inability of a young person to attend school due to a severe negative emotional reaction to school.
  • the inability of a young person to attend school due to a severe negative emotional reaction to school.

Start by talking

  • If you have a child who has been refusing to go or talking about refusing to go, try to be supportive at home by encouraging them to express their concerns and thoughts about school.
  • Actively listen to the reasons why your child is reluctant to attend school.

Keep a routine going

  • Schools are built on routine.
  • So, try to maintain some sense of routine during the holidays to make for a smoother transition for your child at the end of January.

Keep in touch with your school

  • If your child has a history of school refusal, maintaining a positive line of communication with the school is important.
  • See if you can find out their new teacher and talk to school support staff like school counsellors before school returns so you can work together to explore support options.

What else can you do?

  • Use this time to do some of your own research and connect with qualified health professionals, therapists or specialists who can provide the necessary support.
  • Try and build a network of support for your child that intersects the home, school and therapeutic environments.

Why it’s worth trying to make school work

  • I’m sure any parent with a child who is school refusing has at some time wondered if it’s worth the struggle of getting kids to school.
  • As someone who has worked in mainstream schools and distance education, along with being a parent during COVID, I can see why school avoidance is a growing phenomenon.
  • So it is worth hanging in there, if you can (while of course acknowledging mainstream school does not end up working for all students and there is a growing number of alternatives).

Trying to get on the front foot


These long summer holidays are a good opportunity to get on the front foot in terms of your child’s feeling about school. Try and use this time to seek allies in school staff, mental health professionals and encourage continued friendships for your child. Remember your friends too. Reach out for help from your support network as you walk with your child into the new school year.
Corey Bloomfield does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.