Compassion

The Bronx Social Care Network looks to become a lead entity among New York State-funded Social Care Networks

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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BRONX, N.Y., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Bronx Social Care Network (BSCN), a coalition of Bronx-based federally qualified community health centers (FQHCs) partnering with more than 50 Bronx-based community-based organizations (CBOs), led by Urban Health Plan, one of the largest Community Health Center systems in New York State, announced their application to become "Lead Entity" for Region 4 (The Bronx) under New York State's Health Equity Reform initiative.

Key Points: 
  • The coalition's hyper-local focus will enable a comprehensive approach to social care screening and services, "For the Bronx, By the Bronx."
  • Funds have been made available to create and support lead Social Care Networks (SCN), entities responsible for coordinating social care service delivery in each of the state's nine regions.
  • "The Bronx Social Care Network truly formalizes these efforts and will bring stronger resources to our beloved borough.
  • We support and applaud the network's application to be the "Lead Entity" for Region 4 under New York State's Health Equity Reform initiative."

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Teams up with Walmart to Cultivate Compassion Across America

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To launch its second year of the Lots of Compassion program, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day joined forces with Walmart to spread goodness across the nation. The initiative, which kicked off earlier this month, works to cultivate compassion by transforming vacant lots into community gardens. The revitalization of the lots is supported through sales of the Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day brand's iconic Compassion Flower product line. For every Compassion Flower Hand Soap sold on MrsMeyers.com, in-store at Walmart and on Walmart.com, $1 will be donated (up to $200K annually), directly benefiting community garden endeavors nationwide. As part of a five-year commitment, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day pledged to provide up to $1 million for the program through 2028.

Key Points: 
  • The initiative, which kicked off earlier this month, works to cultivate compassion by transforming vacant lots into community gardens.
  • The revitalization of the lots is supported through sales of the Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day brand's iconic Compassion Flower product line.
  • As part of a five-year commitment, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day pledged to provide up to $1 million for the program through 2028.
  • JOIN MRS. MEYER'S CLEAN DAY IN PLANTING SEEDS OF COMPASSION:
    Along with purchasing Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Compassion Flower products, people can contribute to Lots of Compassion by:
    Applying to receive funds to transform vacant or untended land into gardens for community growth.

Whisper Woods of Smithtown Associate Receives Benchmark's Annual Compassionate Caregiver Award

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Monday, April 15, 2024
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SMITHTOWN, N.Y., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Benchmark, the largest senior living provider in New England, today announced that Luis Condezo of Brentwood, N.Y., lead aide at Whisper Woods of Smithtown, a Benchmark assisted living with memory care community, has received the Benchmark 2023 Compassionate Caregiver Award, the company's highest honor.

Key Points: 
  • SMITHTOWN, N.Y., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Benchmark , the largest senior living provider in New England, today announced that Luis Condezo of Brentwood, N.Y., lead aide at Whisper Woods of Smithtown , a Benchmark assisted living with memory care community, has received the Benchmark 2023 Compassionate Caregiver Award, the company's highest honor.
  • "Luis lends tremendous heart and soul to our community," said Desiree Krajnyak-Baker, executive director of Whisper Woods of Smithtown.
  • Over 300 nominations were submitted this year, including from Susan Henderson, whose mother is a resident at Whisper Woods.
  • Whisper Woods was also the recent recipient of the Kings Park Chamber of Commerce's annual Humanitarian of the Year award.

Compassionate Care with Excellence: Urban Health Plan Reaches 50-Year Golden Milestone

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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BRONX, N.Y., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Urban Health Plan (UHP), one of the largest community health center systems in New York State, nationally recognized by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, as a leader in quality care, announced its 50-year anniversary today. Founded in 1974 by Dr. Richard Izquierdo, a visionary home grown Bronx physician, the organization is celebrating the significant milestone of devoted care and service to highly diverse, culturally rich, and often underserved communities throughout New York City for half a century.

Key Points: 
  • These include Latino, African American, Afro-Caribbean, South Asian, and West African populations, in addition to other emerging patient groups.
  • "The more we can understand the full picture of health drivers, both clinical and social, we can more effectively provide whole-person care with a human touch."
  • The modern, five-story health center will also bring economic development and environmental health benefits to the community.
  • News and updates about Urban Health Plan and its ongoing pursuit of health equity, plus the schedule of events to honor its 50-year legacy, can be found at www.urbanhealthplan.org .

Bridging Cultures: Boao Forum's Sub-Forum on Religious Harmony Sparks Global Buddhist Dialogue

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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QIONGHAI, China, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sub-forum on Religious Harmony and Mutual Learning Among Civilizations took place at the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2024 by March 29.

Key Points: 
  • QIONGHAI, China, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sub-forum on Religious Harmony and Mutual Learning Among Civilizations took place at the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2024 by March 29.
  • The Minister of Religious Affairs of Cambodia, Chay Borin, attended the event as a special guest.
  • Let us remain steadfast in promoting harmonious development and cooperation between the East and the West as we move forward."
  • He highlighted the positive impact of Buddhist principles such as compassion, peace, the Middle Way, and consummate interfusion in addressing the shared challenges humanity faces today.

The Religious Sub-forum of BFA 2024 to Feature the First Roundtable Thought Event

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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QIONGHAI, China, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sub-forum on Religious Harmony and Mutual Learning Among Civilizations at the Boao Forum for Asia 2024 ("BFA 2024") is set to feature its first ever roundtable discussion on March 29th.

Key Points: 
  • QIONGHAI, China, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sub-forum on Religious Harmony and Mutual Learning Among Civilizations at the Boao Forum for Asia 2024 ("BFA 2024") is set to feature its first ever roundtable discussion on March 29th.
  • At the media conference, YIN SHUN highlighted the remarkable achievements of the past years.
  • The Buddhist Association of China has proudly hosted eight Boao Religious Sub-Forums, eight South China Sea Buddhist Roundtables, and the "Overseas Spreading and Influence of Chinese Chan Culture - Dahongshan Forum".
  • Since its inception in 2015, the religious sub-forum of BFA has completed eight sessions, attracting a distinctive lineup of esteemed guests representing many of the world's religions, Nobel laureates, nationally recognized scholars, and leading journalists.

The Religious Sub-forum of BFA 2024 to Feature the First Roundtable Thought Event

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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QIONGHAI, China, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sub-forum on Religious Harmony and Mutual Learning Among Civilizations at the Boao Forum for Asia 2024 ("BFA 2024") is set to feature its first ever roundtable discussion on March 29th.

Key Points: 
  • QIONGHAI, China, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sub-forum on Religious Harmony and Mutual Learning Among Civilizations at the Boao Forum for Asia 2024 ("BFA 2024") is set to feature its first ever roundtable discussion on March 29th.
  • The event sought to promote mutual learning between world religions and civilizations of the East and West through the "Boao Dialogue".
  • HARADA MITSUNORI commented, "I feel optimistic about future cultural exchanges between Buddhist communities in China and Japan, fostering bridges of understanding and camaraderie between our two nations."
  • The Buddhist Association of China has proudly hosted eight Boao Religious Sub-Forums, eight South China Sea Buddhist Roundtables, and the "Overseas Spreading and Influence of Chinese Chan Culture - Dahongshan Forum".

RockItCoin Makes Donation to Lotus House, Nation's Largest Women's Homeless Shelter

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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CHICAGO, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading bitcoin ATM operator and top crypto company RockItCoin has today announced a donation to Lotus House, the largest women's homeless shelter in the United States, in observance of International Women's Day 2024.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading bitcoin ATM operator and top crypto company RockItCoin has today announced a donation to Lotus House, the largest women's homeless shelter in the United States, in observance of International Women's Day 2024.
  • The donation is part of RockItCoin's philanthropic initiative RockItCoin Gives, which supports various causes and underlines the company's commitment to giving back to the community.
  • "We at RockItCoin are humbled to support the incredible work Lotus House does for women in need," remarked Michael Dalesandro, founder and CEO of RockItCoin.
  • "This donation directly impacts the lives of the women, youth and children who call Lotus House home, on a nightly basis," said Beatrice Gonzalez, Director of Lotus House.

An Insider's Guide to Compassionate Consulting

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Consultant's Compass: Navigating Success with Courage, Curiosity, and Compassion by Mary Cianni, PhD is now available. The book is published with Forbes Books, the exclusive business book publishing imprint of Forbes, and is available today on Amazon.

Key Points: 
  • After speaking with the consultant one-on-one, Cianni found their role to be so much more substantial, compelling, and compassionate than her colleague led her to believe.
  • After nearly 30 years of consulting, Cianni wants to help the next generation, and shares stories from the frontlines with The Consultant's Compass.
  • Regardless of your consulting specialty, there are common threads that connect the best consultants.
  • Colored with real-world stories from her career as well as those of 36 of her colleagues, Cianni's book is a guide for anyone hoping to thrive in consulting.

Compassion International Selects Water Mission as Partner in New Global WASH Alliance Designed to Bring Holistic Care to Children and Families Experiencing Poverty

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Water Mission is partnering with Compassion International on a global safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) alliance through a pilot project initiating in Chimwenje, Malawi.

Key Points: 
  • NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Water Mission is partnering with Compassion International on a global safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) alliance through a pilot project initiating in Chimwenje, Malawi.
  • The alliance will strive to bring holistic care to children and families experiencing poverty through safe water access.
  • “Water Mission’s technical excellence, church engagement strategies, and presence in vulnerable communities makes them a wonderful, strategically aligned partner for Compassion,” said Herb Ehresman, Director of Strategic Alliances at Compassion International.
  • “We can reach exponentially more children and families through this partnership than we could on our own.