Socialization

TOYVERSE to Bring the Joys of Toy Customization and Ownership to Mobile in Early 2024

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cocone, a leading Japanese immersive entertainment studio at the forefront of avatar and digital fashion creation, today announced its next major service launch, TOYVERSE, launching in the US market in early 2024. The service offers an imaginative take on digital interactions and self-expression, enhanced by stunning visuals and artistic collaboration.

Key Points: 
  • The service offers an imaginative take on digital interactions and self-expression, enhanced by stunning visuals and artistic collaboration.
  • Set in the world of Toyverse, a magical location where toys come to life through the power of joy, players will embark on a mission to restore the energy of the collapsing Toyverse universe.
  • All backed by stunning visuals, the gameplay will see users showcase their nOn on various adventures, both solo and with friends.
  • Most recently, the company announced Centennial, a virtual world that redefines digital fashion and music, available on mobile devices in early 2024.

University of Phoenix Issues White Paper on Establishing a Skills Ecosystem at a Career-focused Higher Education Institution

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

The white paper provides a foundational reflection of the University of Phoenix focus on providing career-relevant, skills-based education and authentic assessment for working adult students.

Key Points: 
  • The white paper provides a foundational reflection of the University of Phoenix focus on providing career-relevant, skills-based education and authentic assessment for working adult students.
  • “Employers of all types are beginning to focus increasingly more on skills, in and outside of degrees,” states John Woods, Ph.D., provost and chief academic officer of University of Phoenix.
  • “University of Phoenix has been anticipating this type of market transition, and we are ready.
  • “As an institution of higher learning for adult learners, University of Phoenix balances the traditional rigors of academic socialization with job-focused skills definitions,” states Krahe Billings.

Ocean Partnership for Children celebrates 2023 Community Resource Development Fund Recipient and issues Request for Proposals for 2024

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

TOMS RIVER, N.J., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ocean Partnership for Children (OPC) had the honor of attending 2023 Community Resource Development (CRD) Fund awardee, HOPE Sheds Light's Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the HOPE Sheds Light Youth Recovery Center on Wednesday, October 24, 2023, at 253 Chestnut Street, Toms River, NJ.

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  • TOMS RIVER, N.J., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ocean Partnership for Children (OPC) had the honor of attending 2023 Community Resource Development (CRD) Fund awardee, HOPE Sheds Light's Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the HOPE Sheds Light Youth Recovery Center on Wednesday, October 24, 2023, at 253 Chestnut Street, Toms River, NJ.
  • Their work is amazing, and the development of a sober peer community is essential for our youth," said Mary Jo Buchanan, Executive Director of OPC.
  • The 2024 CRD Funds Request for Proposals was announced on October 30, 2023.
  • Information can be found at: https://www.oceanpartnership.org/providers/community-resource-developmen... A maximum total of $67,788.07 is available to fund one or more projects for the 2024 CRD Fund.

Few Workers Asked for Input on Their Remote Work Preferences, New Eagle Hill Consulting Research Finds

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

ARLINGTON, Va., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Only 31 percent of U.S. workers say someone in their organization has asked for their input when it comes to their remote and hybrid work preferences, according to a new nationwide poll conducted by Eagle Hill Consulting. The research also find nearly half of workers (49 percent) prefer an employer that offers remote and hybrid work flexibility, up from 43 percent just six month ago.

Key Points: 
  • The research also find nearly half of workers (49 percent) prefer an employer that offers remote and hybrid work flexibility, up from 43 percent just six month ago.
  • Only 31% of U.S. workers say they've been asked for input when it comes to their remote and hybrid work preferences.
  • These findings are based upon the 2023 Eagle Hill Consulting Telework Survey conducted by Ipsos from October 11-16, 2023.
  • Eagle Hill Consulting LLC is a woman-owned business that provides unconventional management consulting services in the areas of Strategy, Performance, Talent, and Change.

CareOne Expands Memory Care Services in New Jersey with Two New Harmony Villages: Valley and Livingston

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

CareOne , the leading integrated health network with more than 60 locations across five states, celebrated the grand opening of its two new state-of-the-art memory care facilities in New Jersey: Harmony Village at CareOne Valley and Harmony Village at CareOne Livingston .

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  • CareOne , the leading integrated health network with more than 60 locations across five states, celebrated the grand opening of its two new state-of-the-art memory care facilities in New Jersey: Harmony Village at CareOne Valley and Harmony Village at CareOne Livingston .
  • “We are proud to expand our Harmony Village brand to the Westwood and Livingston communities,” said CareOne CEO, Daniel E. Straus.
  • CareOne’s highly trained medical professionals and dementia care specialists provide care rooted in the training and philosophy of Positive Approach® to Care , an industry-standard in treating memory care disorders.
  • Memory care programs are tailored to each resident, allowing staff to meet their individual needs based on their distinct abilities and care requirements.

Akel Homes Proudly Extends Sponsorship of Dine Around Town Event for Third Consecutive Year in Collaboration with Levis JCC's Special Needs Department

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The collaboration brings to life the heartwarming Dine Around Town program, a cherished initiative that provides individuals with unique abilities the opportunity to enjoy monthly outings to diverse local restaurants for socialization, entertainment, and culinary delight.

Key Points: 
  • Akel Homes is delighted to announce the ongoing partnership with the Levis Jewish Community Center (JCC) Helene & Roy Schwedelson Special Needs Department for the third year in a row.
  • By extending our sponsorship for the third year running, Akel Homes continues to demonstrate our dedication to fostering a more inclusive and connected community.
  • "Partnering with the Levis JCC's Special Needs Department and their Dine Around Town program has been an incredibly rewarding experience for Akel Homes," said Lauren Zinn, Director of Marketing at Akel Homes.
  • To learn more about the Levis JCC Helene & Roy Schwedelson Special Needs Department and their programs, visit https://levisjcc.org/special/ .

Addiction Experts Highlight the Need for Non-Abstinence-Based Therapies to Treat Alcohol Use Disorder in Adial Pharmaceuticals Key Opinion Leader Webinar

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Both experts are nationally recognized for their efforts in providing improved treatment options to patients with AUD.

Key Points: 
  • Both experts are nationally recognized for their efforts in providing improved treatment options to patients with AUD.
  • Among the patients in treatment with these medications, adherence is a significant concern, with side effects being a common reason given for stopping the medication.
  • To improve engagement in medical treatment, the key opinion leaders expressed the belief that barriers to treatment could be reduced by giving people additional options such as non-abstinence-based therapies.
  • A non-abstinence-based treatment approach will provide patients with the power to choose more realistic goals of reducing alcohol consumption rather than abstinence.

The Pickleball Club Secures Two New Future Club Locations in Orlando and Greenacres

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

The Pickleball Club , a firm founded in 2019 that develops and operates private, membership-based high-amenity indoor pickleball facilities throughout Florida, recently secured its eighth and ninth sites for future Florida club locations in Orlando in Orange County and Greenacres in Palm Beach County.

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  • The Pickleball Club , a firm founded in 2019 that develops and operates private, membership-based high-amenity indoor pickleball facilities throughout Florida, recently secured its eighth and ninth sites for future Florida club locations in Orlando in Orange County and Greenacres in Palm Beach County.
  • The Pickleball Club placed under contract a 3.4-acre parcel in Orlando, Fla. for its eighth location at 1427 N. Semoran Blvd.
  • In Greenacres, The Pickleball Club is also under contract for its ninth site, a 4.9-acre parcel located at 5234 S Haverhill Road.
  • “The city of Greenacres is excited to be home to The Pickleball Club,” said Andrea McCue, city manager.

Magellan Healthcare Value Based Model Shows Meaningful Outcomes for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

Magellan Healthcare, Inc. , the behavioral health division of Magellan Health, Inc. , today announced improved and measurable outcomes for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) through a first-to-market, value-based collaboration with Kyo Autism Therapy, LLC , a California-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) provider.

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  • Magellan Healthcare, Inc. , the behavioral health division of Magellan Health, Inc. , today announced improved and measurable outcomes for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) through a first-to-market, value-based collaboration with Kyo Autism Therapy, LLC , a California-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) provider.
  • In October 2022, Magellan and Kyo launched their collaboration to drive meaningful and objectively measurable outcomes for children with ASD.
  • Magellan aggregated data and saw improvements in members’ Vineland-3™ Adaptive Behavior scores after the first six months of the model.
  • The segment includes interviews with Yagnesh Vadgama, BCBA, vice president, clinical care services for autism, Magellan Healthcare, and Melissa Willa, co-founder and chief clinical officer, Kyo, who hold an in-depth discussion on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and showcase Magellan Autism Connections .

Weill Cornell Medicine Announces New Residence for Graduate and Medical Students, Expanding Scope of Upper East Side Campus

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Weill Cornell Medicine is constructing a modern new student residence that, when it opens in 2025, will expand the scope of the institution’s Upper East Side campus and nearly double the existing student residential living space.

Key Points: 
  • Weill Cornell Medicine is constructing a modern new student residence that, when it opens in 2025, will expand the scope of the institution’s Upper East Side campus and nearly double the existing student residential living space.
  • The future of Weill Cornell Medicine is bright.”
    “For more than a century, Weill Cornell Medicine has prided itself on producing exemplary doctors and researchers who have transformed our understanding and practice of medicine,” said Cornell President Martha E. Pollack.
  • The doctors and scientists of Weill Cornell Medicine—faculty from Weill Cornell Medical College, Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, and Weill Cornell Physician Organization—are engaged in world-class clinical care and cutting-edge research that connect patients to the latest treatment innovations and prevention strategies.
  • Weill Cornell Medicine faculty provide exemplary patient care at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Queens and NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital.