Disability

The Thomas S. Gulotta Wheatley Farms & Arts Center Opens Its Doors, Welcoming People of All Abilities

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022 - 9:46pm
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"I never thought that four years later Jennifer and I would be planning how we'll be spending time at the farm together."

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  • "I never thought that four years later Jennifer and I would be planning how we'll be spending time at the farm together."
  • Wheatley Farms & Arts Center , located at 211 Wheatley Road in Brookville, NY 11545, will soon welcome people of all abilities to grow their interests in nature-inspired activities, including animal care, horticulture/gardening, art, music, and movement.
  • Located adjacent to AHRC Nassau's Brookville campus, the 3.5-acre community center will offer volunteer opportunities and activities open to all at its clubhouse, stables, and gardens.
  • AHRC Nassau, the organization that is leading this initiative, will be dedicating the Center on August 25 in honor of former Nassau County Executive Thomas "Tom" Gulotta.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Shareholders with Losses on their Investment in Wells Fargo & Company of Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadline – WFC

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022 - 5:24pm
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NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Wells Fargo & Company (Wells Fargo or the Company) (NYSE: WFC) and certain of its officers.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Wells Fargo & Company (Wells Fargo or the Company) (NYSE: WFC) and certain of its officers.
  • Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.
  • Wells Fargo is a diversified financial services company that provides banking, investment, mortgage, and consumer and commercial finance products and services in the U.S. and internationally.
  • Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions.

The Worldwide Medical Lifting Sling Industry is Expected to Reach $1.7 Billion by 2030 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022 - 4:33pm
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The global medical lifting sling market is anticipated to reach USD 1.7 billion by 2030.

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  • The global medical lifting sling market is anticipated to reach USD 1.7 billion by 2030.
  • The market is expected to expand at a CAGR of 8.5% from 2022 to 2030.
  • The outbreak of COVID-19 in the year 2020 has positively impacted the medical lifting sling market growth.
  • In addition, WHO published the guidance for using disposable medical lifting slings and other equipment, regarding the management of COVID-19 patients.

Sonic Foundry’s Global Learning Exchange™ Announces Partnerships with the University of North Alabama, Hilbert College, and SkillUp Online

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022 - 3:48pm
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We look forward to our collaborations in providing convenient, reliable, life-changing learning opportunities for traditional university students and working adults around the world.

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  • We look forward to our collaborations in providing convenient, reliable, life-changing learning opportunities for traditional university students and working adults around the world.
  • Hilbert President Michael Brophy, Ph.D. added, We are thrilled about the opportunity to join the Global Learning Exchange community.
  • On July 2, Global Learning Exchange celebrated the Grand Opening of the Hub facility that will anchor its inaugural program in the Bahamas.
  • Trusted by thousands of educational institutions, corporations, health organizations and government entities in over 65 countries, Sonic Foundrys solutions include Mediasite, Mediasite Connect, Vidable and Global Learning Exchange.

Fresh Food Explorers Program aims to get kids loving fresh food

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022 - 2:00pm
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DURHAM, ON, Aug. 17, 2022 /CNW/ - www.hellofresh.ca HelloFreshCanada's leading meal kit providerlaunched the Fresh Food Explorers Programwhich offers funding and support to charities across Canada helping kids experience, experiment with, and learn to love fresh food.

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  • DURHAM, ON, Aug. 17, 2022 /CNW/ - www.hellofresh.ca HelloFreshCanada's leading meal kit providerlaunched the Fresh Food Explorers Programwhich offers funding and support to charities across Canada helping kids experience, experiment with, and learn to love fresh food.
  • "We maintain strong working relationships with social agencies dealing in food insecurity to ensure disadvantaged children and youth receive the same opportunities as others."
  • Elephant Thoughts programs also help to support other non-profit organizations with access to healthy fresh food.
  • "We're really excited to be working with Elephant Thoughts and provide support through our Fresh Food Explorers Program, which empowers kids across Canada to try and love fresh ingredients," says HelloFresh Director of Culinary, Corby-Sue Neumann.

Minister Rodriguez announces recipients under the fifth intake of the Creative Export Canada Program

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022 - 2:00pm
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The Creative Export Canada program supports Canadian organizations for projects that generate export revenues and feature Canadian creative content.

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  • The Creative Export Canada program supports Canadian organizations for projects that generate export revenues and feature Canadian creative content.
  • Canada's Creative Export Strategy, including the new Creative Export Canada program, gives businesses and organizations in the creative sector the tools and support they need to successfully export their creative content and shine on the world stage.
  • Since its creation in 2018, 86 creative industry organizations have received a total of $44,134,705 in Creative Export Canada funding.
  • An additional $1.5 million has been granted to the fourth intake (2021-2022) of the Creative Export Canada program.

Texthelp Releases U.S. Data Highlighting State of Learning for Students with Dyslexia

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022 - 1:00pm
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WOBURN, Mass., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Texthelp, a global leader in literacy and digital learning tools for education, released new survey results on the current state of teaching and learning for students with dyslexia. The survey, concluding in March 2022, reflects insights from more than 3,000 school staff representing thousands of schools across the country. The goal was to identify common problems in student teaching and learning that could be addressed, and to help build better, more inclusive learning environments.

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  • WOBURN, Mass., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Texthelp , a global leader in literacy and digital learning tools for education, released new survey results on the current state of teaching and learning for students with dyslexia.
  • More inclusive approaches to learning, such as Universal Design for Learning (UDL), are the future of education.
  • "It would be extremely valuable for students like Sierra and teachers of students with dyslexia if the right accommodations were always available from the start," said Martin McKay, Founder and CEO, Texthelp.
  • More than 52 percent of teachers surveyed find 'a lot of value' in providing students with dyslexia access to assistive technology tools.

WELLS FARGO LAWSUIT ALERT: Kaplan Fox & Kilshiemer LLP Notifies WELLS FARGO Investors of a Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadline

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022 - 10:08pm
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NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP ( www.kaplanfox.com ) is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Wells Fargo & Company ("Wells Fargo or the "Company") (NYSE: WFC).

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP ( www.kaplanfox.com ) is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Wells Fargo & Company ("Wells Fargo or the "Company") (NYSE: WFC).
  • A complaint has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased Wells Fargo common stock between February 24, 2021 and June 9, 2022, inclusive (the Class Period).
  • If you are a member of the proposed Class, you may move the court August 29, 2022 to serve as a lead plaintiff for the purported class.
  • For more information about Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP, you may visit our website at www.kaplanfox.com .

PAN Foundation celebrates Medicare reforms, new health protections for millions

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022 - 9:16pm
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"PAN has advocated for these Medicare improvements for years, and we are thrilled to see them enacted into law."

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  • "PAN has advocated for these Medicare improvements for years, and we are thrilled to see them enacted into law."
  • The legislation includes, for the first time, an annual limit on what Medicare beneficiaries pay out of pocket for their prescription medications.
  • For years, PAN has advocated for these commonsense reforms to make prescriptions and vaccines more affordable for people with Medicare Part D insurance.
  • "PAN has advocated for these Medicare improvements for years, and we are thrilled to see them enacted into law, particularly the annual cap," she said.

Sodexo Recognized for Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and as a Top Employer For Multicultural Women and Employees With Disabilities

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022 - 7:40pm
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Sodexo is proud to be continually recognized for our DEI efforts, Tony Tenicela, vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion, Sodexo North America, said.

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  • Sodexo is proud to be continually recognized for our DEI efforts, Tony Tenicela, vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion, Sodexo North America, said.
  • As one of the largest employers across the globe, its critical that we continue to create a culture thats welcoming for all employees, including, but not limited to, multicultural women and those with disabilities.
  • A work culture rooted in diversity, equity and inclusion, is our commitment to our greatest resource, our employees.
  • Top-scoring businesses like Sodexo -- scoring 80 or higher -- are recognized as Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion.