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Easterseals UCP’s CEO Recognized for 2022 Leaders in Diversity Award

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Easterseals UCP’s CEO Recognized for 2022 Leaders in Diversity Award
The award recognizes the accomplishments of businesses, individuals and nonprofits as they come together to weave a diverse foundational fabric into the heart of their local community.

RALEIGH, N.C. - October 14, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Easterseals UCP (ESUCP) is proud to announce that our CEO, Luanne Welch, has been named one of ten individual 2022 Leaders in Diversity.

Our organization is honored to have a CEO who is recognized for her commitment and guiding hand toward making diversity, equity and inclusion a priority for Easterseals UCP. Unique to most CEO experiences, Luanne personally assembled and leads our Diversity Council. Even more unique, she truly relies on the Diversity Council and the diversity of her leadership team to help examine issues through multiple lenses, especially on critical business decisions that impact the culture and operations of our organization.

"Luanne tackles issues head on - admitting her short comings but committing herself to learning, listening and making decisions that are aligned with where she wants the organization to be headed. As a result, ESUCP is an inclusive place to work, where team members feel unafraid to show up as their authentic selves, free to use their gifts and abilities to advance our just cause." - Michelle King-Stamps, Program Director/Counselor, Assertive Community Treatment Team.

The impact of receiving this award is meaningful and sends a powerful message to our team members and those we support. "Becoming an ideal organization from a DEI lens is a bigger-than-we-are vision and a cause worth striving for. It's important to our team members, those we serve and the community. This award is not just for me, but for everyone at Easterseals UCP who uses their voice to make our organization better," says Luanne.

Luanne, the Diversity Council and many other ESUCP team members attended the Triangle Business Journal's award banquet on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022.

"We are very proud to have our CEO honored by the Triangle Business Journal for her commitment to DEI. Luanne gets it. Her leadership inspires us to show up every day knowing we are working for an organization where we all feel welcome, wanted and valued. Diversity, equity and inclusion is a strategic priority for ESUCP and to see Luanne recognized as part of this impressive group is wonderful," says Maribel Anaya-Hammer, ESUCP's Chief People Officer.

About Easterseals UCP 
Our purpose is to provide meaningful and exceptional services so that children, adults and families living with disabilities and mental health challenges can live, learn, work and play in their communities. To learn more, please visit eastersealsucp.com.

About the Triangle Business Journal
The Triangle Business Journal is a multimedia business news platform. It is also the leading provider of local business news for Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill. To learn more, please visit trianglebusinessjournal.com.

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7 Frugal Tips to Save Money on Back-to-School Shopping

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7 Frugal Tips to Save Money on Back-to-School Shopping
NEW YORK - October 14, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

iQuanti: It's that time of year again - back to school! For many families, this means buying new clothes, supplies, and sometimes even furniture for the new school year. While back-to-school shopping can be a lot of fun, it can also be a big expense. If you're looking to save money on back-to-school shopping this year, here are seven tips to help you out:

Back-to-school shopping tips that will save you money

1. Start early: Don't wait until the last minute to start your back-to-school shopping. Begin looking for sales and deals a few weeks before school starts. This will give you plenty of time to find great prices on everything you need. The sooner you start, the more time you'll have to take advantage of sales and deals.

2. Make a list: Before you start shopping, make a list of everything you need to buy. This will help you stay focused and avoid buying unnecessary items.

3. Compare prices: Don't just buy the first thing you see. Take some time to compare prices at different stores before making any purchases. You may be surprised at how much you can save by doing a little research.

4. Buy in bulk: If you have more than one child in school, or if you know someone else who is back-to-school shopping, consider buying in bulk. You can often get a discount when you purchase items in larger quantities.

5. Shop online: These days, you can find just about anything you need for back-to-school shopping online. Not only is it convenient, but you'll also have a much wider selection of products to choose from.

6. Use coupons: Be sure to take advantage of any coupons or discounts that are available. Many stores offer special deals on back-to-school items this time of year, so be sure to ask about them before you make your final purchases.

7. Think used: When it comes to clothes and furniture, don't be afraid to think used. You can often find great deals on gently used items.

The bottom line:

By following these simple tips, you can save a lot of money on back-to-school shopping. By starting early, making a list, comparing prices, and buying in bulk, you can be sure to get good deals on everything you need. And don't forget to use coupons and think used! With a little planning, back-to-school shopping doesn't have to break the bank. Happy shopping!


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Car Dealerships Liable for Statutory Damages for Illegal Charges on Lease Buyouts

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Car Dealerships Liable for Statutory Damages for Illegal Charges on Lease Buyouts
Some car dealers have charged illegal fees to customers purchasing a leased vehicle. Newhart Legal, PA, is helping affected consumers understand their rights and whether they could recover fees and statutory damages.


Attorney Darren Newhart

Attorney Darren Newhart

PALM BEACH, Fla. - October 14, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Consumers have been hit with thousands of dollars in illegal buyout fees from car dealers. Many are being reimbursed for these unexpected charges and compensated for statutory damages. Newhart Legal, PA Attorney Darren Newhart has recovered more than $130,000 for consumers across Florida and is filing additional cases based on the response to local media reports in south Florida.

"Car dealerships deserve fair profits," said attorney Darren Newhart. "But illegally changing the terms of a lease after it is signed isn't fair, and we are successfully recovering fees and statutory damages for affected car buyers."

As used car prices escalated over the last two years, numerous car dealerships throughout Florida started adding fees. These fees enabled dealerships to either increase profits on lease buyouts or bolster used car inventories by disincentivizing lease buyouts.

Under the Consumer Leasing Act of 1976, dealerships can't charge fees not disclosed in the original lease. Illegal changes to a vehicle's buyout terms can include:

  • Charging a higher price to buy out the vehicle than the buyout provision in the original lease.
  • Adding fees that weren't disclosed in the original lease agreement.
  • Forcing consumers to certify their leased vehicle as roadworthy or as a certified pre-owned vehicle.
  • Forcing consumers to purchase extended service contracts.

Consumers who want to find out if they have a claim can call (877) 921-3543 or visit leasebuyoutclaim.com/claims.

Darren Newhart and the Newhart Legal, PA, team have successfully recovered fees and statutory damages for numerous car buyers affected by these illegal practices at no cost to the individual.

"We want to help car buyers explore their rights and get the compensation they deserve," said Newhart.

About Newhart Legal, PA

Darren Newhart of Newhart Legal, PA, is a consumer protection attorney. Newhart Legal, PA, located in Palm Beach County, Florida, is currently accepting inquiries from individuals who exercised a buyout option on a lease within the last year and were overcharged by a dealership.

For media inquiries or to schedule an interview, call (561) 331-1806 or visit leasebuyoutclaim.com/media.

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Zeeland: Exciting New NFT Project to Redefine Exclusivity

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Zeeland: Exciting New NFT Project to Redefine Exclusivity
DUBAI, Arab Emirates - October 14, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Zeeland - a new NFT project by one of the renowned wedding designers in the Middle East, Ziad Raphael Nassar, Créateur d'Ambiance - is launching on Oct. 22, 2022. Without being limited to one domain, Ziad is also known to actively take part and express passion in the field of Events and Entertainment services. This exciting new NFT project features magical spaces created within the Metaverse. With the birth of Web 3.0, the future of networking is rapidly elevating and redefining the way users interact with the internet. Ready to enter into a magical daydream with exclusive privileged access to an elite community? 

Zeeland is an exclusive community that aims to bring forth and highlight different visions and innovative ideas, building a world of their own imagination, and bringing connectivity into the future, with a magical touch. In a world with no limitations, holders are given timeless real-life utilities. 

The purpose behind this privileged hub is to have an exclusive pass to a space where holders are able to coordinate meetings, collaborations, and meaningful engagements in the real world and the digital realm. For instance, as part of the project, Zeeland will hold private parties featuring entrepreneurs, artists, entertainers, and celebrities. 

This space will offer Zeeland NFT holders access to a prestigious club that blends the best of exclusive opportunities in the real world and the Metaverse. 

In the NFT space and the direction the blockchain world is taking, NFT projects without real-life timeless utilities are failing to succeed. 

Zeeland is making sure to execute its utilities before the collection even launches; it is set to have an exclusive event with guest celebrities where they will be introducing Zeeland to the world.

Here is the five-step roadmap that holders will have access to: 

  1. Zeeland will serve as a pass to join an exclusive community with entrepreneurs, celebrities, artists, and influencers. Holders can communicate & help one another, share ideas, and create a community of learning & growth.
  2. Zeeland holders will be given the opportunity to attend private parties featuring international DJs and entertainers that are taking place within the real world and the Metaverse.
  3. Zeeland holders will get access to an Alpha Discord group where they will be given the chance to receive exclusive whitelist spots for highly anticipated projects. 
  4. Zeeland will donate a sum of the proceeds to different charities in the region.
  5. Launch of Zeebox, an exclusive futuristic club in the real world and the Metaverse, to which Zeeland holders have privileged access.

Want to learn more about this magical dreamland? Check out the Zeeland website and discover how someone can be part of this elite community. 

Follow Zeeland on InstagramTwitter, and Discord to stay up to date on the launch and all collection updates. 


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Black Book™ Announces Top Client-Rated Coding, Transcription, Clinical Documentation Improvement and Clinical Information Management Software and Services Vendors 2022

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Black Book™ Announces Top Client-Rated Coding, Transcription, Clinical Documentation Improvement and Clinical Information Management Software and Services Vendors 2022
Three thousand healthcare solution users rated Nuance, Aquity Solutions, Redox, Optum360, Streamline, CorroHealth, 3M, PatientTrak, Docuware, AGFA, Verisma, Harmony Healthcare IT, and Revecore among the top-performing category vendors in the 2022 customer satisfaction surveys.

TAMPA, Fla. - October 14, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Black Book™ surveyed 2,996 medical practices, hospitals, and healthcare organizations, including 2,277 coding professionals, to determine the top-performing vendors among in-demand computer-assisted coding, clinical documentation improvement software, speech recognition, transcription systems, and outsourced coding services, and to assess the gaps and urgencies of coding technology administration.

With post-pandemic health system margins waning below 2% nationwide, providers urgently seek opportunities for digital transformations to capture all revenue sources through updated software solutions and anticipate industry shifts through innovative analytics and forecasting tools to artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and enhanced coding innovations.

Black Book conducts polls and surveys with healthcare executives and front-line users about their current technology and services partners and awards top-performing vendors based on performance on eighteen qualitative indicators of client experience, loyalty, and customer satisfaction, among other critical KPIs.

"The latest wave of economic and labor challenges accompanying the tentative shift to value-based care finds most providers navigating through virtual health options to initiate highly positive patient experiences and reverse sinking margins," said Black Book's President Doug Brown. "The absence of advanced coding tools, strategic dysfunction caused by failed EHR integration, and outdated speech recognition systems has put an organizational focus on the immediate technology needs of health information management leaders."

Black Book's 2022 coding and health information management solutions survey results can be viewed at https://blackbookmarketresearch.com/coding-health-information-management.

The highest-ranking solutions by client satisfaction and user experience for 2022 are:

Credentialing and Privileging Services
VERGE HEALTH

Comprehensive Mid-RCM Coding, CDI & Compliance Solutions: Inpatient Hospitals & Health Systems
NUANCE

Comprehensive Mid-RCM Coding, CDI & Compliance Solutions: Physician Practices & Ambulatory Providers
NUANCE

Virtual Scribes, Medical Transcription & Document Capture
AQUITY SOLUTIONS

Clinical Data Interoperability Solutions
REDOX

Front End to Back End HIM Solutions
STREAMLINE HEALTH

Outsourced Coding Services 
CORROHEALTH

EHR Integrated Clinical Documentation Integrity Software
3M M*MODAL

Medical Speech Recognition & AI Solutions
NUANCE COMMUNICATIONS/DRAGON

Patient Tracking Solutions
PATIENT TRAK

Enterprise Patient Master Index & Clean Up
VERATO

Document & Records Management Solutions
DOCUWARE

Release of Information Management Software
VERISMA

Data Archiving, Data Extraction and Migration
HARMONY HEALTHCARE IT

Revenue Integrity & Charge Description Master Solution
REVECORE

Computer-Assisted Coding Applications
OPTUM360

Vendor Neutral Archive
AGFA HEALTHCARE
 

About Black Book

Black Book Market Research LLC, its founder, management, and staff do not own or hold any financial interest in any of the coding, health information management, and revenue cycle solutions vendors covered and encompassed in the surveys it conducts. Black Book reports the results of the collected satisfaction and client experience rankings in publication and to media before firm notification of rating results and does not solicit survey participation fees, review fees, inclusion or briefing charges, or involve consultant firm collaboration with Black Book before the announcement of the polling outcomes.

In 2009, Black Book began surveying the client experience of healthcare software and managed services users, as well as polling for trend identification, industry insights, and outcomes. Black Book expanded its survey prowess and reputation of independent, unbiased crowd-sourced surveying to technology professionals, physician practice administrators, clinicians, user-level staff, financial leaders, executives, and board members. Consultants and advisor satisfaction polls were first issued in 2011. In 2012, Black Book included payer organizations and insurers, and in 2015, launched panel surveying of healthcare consumers. Medical capital equipment ratings will be available starting in Q4 2021.

Frequently asked questions about Black Book's operations, practices, and transparency including recent reporting can be viewed at https://blackbookmarketresearch.com/FAQ

For Black Book vendor satisfaction rating methodology, auditing, resources, comprehensive research, and ranking data see www.blackbookmarketresearch.com or contact [email protected]


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ArtVersion Honored With Two Prestigious Awards by the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts

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ArtVersion Honored With Two Prestigious Awards by the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts
ArtVersion Creative Agency celebrates another renowned win in the 17th annual w3 Awards


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CHICAGO - October 14, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

This year alone, the Chicago-based digital design agency was honored with three awards total, two of which commended their collaboration with the Virginia A. Groot Foundation. The team won one gold award for website design in the Art category and a silver award in the Cultural Institution category. 

The Virginia A. Groot Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides annual grants to three-dimensional artists around the world. The Groot team engaged ArtVersion for a complete website refresh for a dynamic and highly interactive experience that shared their organization's legacy and commemorated artists' work. 

"These awards by w3 are a great achievement for us collectively, and we are so proud to have worked with such an impactful organization like the Virginia A. Groot Foundation," says Goran Paun, Principle and Creative Director of ArtVersion. "Their efforts have helped so many artists around the world and the opportunity to refresh and strengthen their online presence is something we're honored to have created together." 

The w3 Awards celebrates interactive agencies and creators globally and the digital excellence their websites, apps, podcasts, and more exert. Endorsed and judged by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts, the w3 Awards are a prestigious honor for innovators, and the two awards received are a testament to the experiences ArtVersion continues to design. 

About ArtVersion

ArtVersion is a design consultancy from Chicago with clients around the world. Serving brands since 1999, the ArtVersion team consists of visual designers, branding strategists, and developers. Most known for their pioneering work in user experience design, ArtVersion has been a trusted partner for a number of non-profit organizations, Fortune 500 companies, and notable startups.

About w3 Awards

The w3 Awards celebrate digital excellence by honoring outstanding websites, marketing, video, mobile sites, apps, social and podcasts created by some of the best interactive agencies, designers, and creators worldwide. The w3 award nominees are carefully judged by a panel of professional experts in the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts.


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5 Ways to Increase Your Financial Security

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5 Ways to Increase Your Financial Security
NEW YORK - October 14, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

iQuanti: While inflation and the possibility of an economic recession have many Americans on edge about their finances, you don't have to live in uncertainty. From long-term savings to having an online line of credit, there are several steps you can take to bring matters into your own hands and increase your overall financial security. Here are five practical tips to start using today:

1. Plan your purchases

One helpful way for a person of any income level to take control of their household finances is to plan their purchases ahead of time. Essentially, this is making a budget, but it's not "budgeting" in the traditional sense where the process starts with looking for expenses to cut. Instead, begin by making a list of all the things you either have to or want to spend your money on. When people approach budgeting from this angle, it makes them feel more empowered about the decisions they're making and where their money is going.

2. Build up your emergency savings

Each year, the major media outlets will publish data suggesting that over half of Americans are effectively living paycheck to paycheck and couldn't handle a surprise expense of $1,000 or greater if it were to appear. This is unfortunate because when faced with such a bill and no means to cover it, many people turn to high-interest debt.

To save yourself from this situation, financial experts recommended having an emergency fund in place. Emergency funds are cash reserves equal to three to six times your monthly expenses. Having a buffer such as this not only enables you to handle unforeseen expenses but also can make you feel less stressed.

3. Invest for the future

Similar to having an emergency fund, saving your money for long-term goals like retirement can also be an additional layer of security for your household finances. Though you may not have any intentions to ever dip in your 401k or IRA, it's nice to know that these resources are available in case the worst were to happen. On top of that, having long-term savings also gives you confidence that you'll actually be able to successfully retire someday.

4. Maintain a good credit score

It's important to remember that your overall financial picture is bigger than just how much money you have in the bank. Your ability to get access to new funding such as loans and credit lines will also be equally critical. And for this, you'll need to keep your credit score as high as possible.

Thankfully, getting a good credit score isn't as tricky as you might think. Simple actions like consistently paying your bills on time, in full, and keeping your spending to a minimum will all help to keep you looking creditworthy to potential lenders.

5. Get an online line of credit

Speaking of credit, another way to increase your confidence is to partner with a line of credit from a reputable online platform. Online lines of credit give people the money they need at their discretion. This can be a great option for people who are just getting started or who need a supplement while they're building their own personal emergency fund.

The bottom line

In these uncertain economic times, you don't have to live in financial fear. Take control of your money by planning out your budget, building up an emergency fund, and investing for the long term. Additionally, remember to work on getting a good credit score and opening an online line of credit just in case you need extra funds.


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Can I Get an Installment Loan With a Credit Score Under 580?

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Can I Get an Installment Loan With a Credit Score Under 580?
NEW YORK - October 13, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

iQuanti: Installment loans are a versatile option for many borrowers. They offer large loan amounts and fixed payments. This suits them for many purposes, from emergencies to refinancing and more. But if you have a credit score under 580, you may wonder if you can still qualify for an installment loan for poor credit. The good news is you can, and in this article, you'll learn how to do so.

How do installment loans work?

An installment loan is a lump sum of money you can borrow. You can then repay this loan in fixed monthly payments of principal and interest. The interest rate itself is also fixed. This makes installment loans easy to budget for. You can look at your monthly payment before signing the paperwork, helping you get a loan that fits within your budget.

Installment loans are used for various purposes, such as:

  • Emergency funds
  • Large purchases
  • Unexpected medical bills
  • Refinancing and consolidating

How to get an installment loan

Borrowers with credit under 580 may have to look a little harder for installment loans they qualify for, but they still have plenty of options. Here are the steps you can take to get an installment loan:

1. Know the amount you need

Start by determining how large of a loan you need. You want to get enough to meet your loan needs without taking out extra principal that increases your monthly payment and interest rate.

For example, if you're consolidating and refinancing debt, know exactly how much existing debt you want to consolidate and refinance. That way, you can take out the exact loan amount needed.

2. Shop around for lenders and loans

Borrowers with credit scores under 580 should do some research online to find the right lender for their needs. You can do this by visiting individual lender websites. However, using a loan marketplace can be faster, since you can enter in your information once and the marketplace will pull in loan options from across the web.

Looking for secured loans at this stage can be a great choice for borrowers with lower credit. They require collateral, which offsets the lender's risk and allows them to loosen their credit requirements.

3. Apply with a lender

Once you've chosen a lender, apply on their website, over the phone, or in person, depending on your preferences. The lender will likely want personal and financial information, such as:

  • Name
  • Date of birth
  • Social Security number
  • Proof of income (pay stubs, Form W2s, tax returns)
  • Proof of employment (Employment verification letter)
  • Proof of collateral's value (if getting a secured loan)

4. Accept the terms and sign the paperwork

If approved, the lender will provide you with paperwork containing the loan amount, rate, and terms. If you agree with the terms, sign the paperwork and provide your bank information so the lender can transfer you the loan funds.

5. Begin repaying

Now, you start repaying the loan in fixed monthly payments. Make sure you have the money set aside each month for this payment. Many lenders offer an autopay feature. This automatically draws the payment from your linked payment method. As a result, you don't have to worry about missing a payment. Plus, some lenders may offer a small discount for autopay.

In either case, make sure you have the funds set aside for each month's payment. Otherwise, you could be charged late fees and suffer credit damage. If you use autopay, you may also overdraw your account and be charged overdraft fees.

The bottom line:

A credit score under 580 doesn't have to stop you from getting an installment loan. Start by knowing how large of a loan you need, then shop with multiple lenders to find good rates and terms. Apply with your chosen lender and, if approved, sign the paperwork and provide your bank information. Finally, begin repaying the loan and consider autopay so you don't forget to pay. Follow these steps, and you'll be well on your way to getting the installment loan you need.


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Lee Equity Partners and Coastwood Senior Housing Partners Announce Agreement to Invest in Discovery Senior Living

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Lee Equity Partners and Coastwood Senior Housing Partners Announce Agreement to Invest in Discovery Senior Living
The Oct. 2 transaction is part of a new venture to support the strategic expansion of Discovery Senior Living's national portfolio.

BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. - October 13, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Funds advised by Lee Equity Partners, LLC ("Lee Equity") and Coastwood Senior Housing Partners, LLC ("Coastwood"), two specialized investment firms, announced the signing of an agreement to invest in Discovery Senior Living ("Discovery"), one of the nation's largest and most innovative senior housing operators. The recapitalization will fund Discovery's continued expansion and operational platform enhancements as it positions itself to meet the evolving needs of all industry stakeholders and take advantage of the myriad of opportunities in the maturing industry.

This partnership will usher in the next stage in Discovery's journey to expand its proprietary National and Regional Brand Management structure, enhance its Experiential Living Operating Programs, as well as continue the evolution of its state-of-the-art business processes focused on delivering a modernized platform producing more transparent and predictable outcomes.

"This strategic recapitalization purposefully combines the strengths and successful experiences of three companies and the resultant innovation-focused efforts will allow the acceleration of Discovery's ability to execute its vision of creating a scaled company that outperforms the marketplace, addresses some of the legacy industry paradigms and of course focuses on delivering a customized and holistic resident and team member experience," said Richard J. Hutchinson, CEO, Discovery Senior Living.

"Discovery Senior Living represents the ideal platform to build a leading national senior living operator due to the strength of its team, centralized services, and national and regional brand operating structure. The secular growth tailwinds and consolidation opportunity within senior housing management are very similar to those we observed in the third-party hotel management sector with our Aimbridge Hospitality investment. We seek to replicate that success in partnership with Richard Hutchinson and the Discovery team, as well as Dan Decker and the Coastwood team," said Yoo Jin Kim, Partner, Lee Equity Partners.

"We believe the partnership among Discovery, Coastwood and Lee Equity will be unique in the senior living industry. Discovery contributes its highly scalable platform and best-in-class senior living operations. Coastwood contributes decades of senior living investment and operating experience. Lee Equity contributes its expertise in business and healthcare services along with its buy-and-build experience. We are excited to combine our capabilities to lead the industry with improved quality of care, technology innovation, and data-driven outcomes," said Dan Decker, Chairman, Coastwood Senior Housing Partners, LLC. Mr. Decker will assume the role of Chairman of the Board of Directors of Discovery Senior Living upon closing.

Hutchinson also added, "After nearly 30 years of working in this industry, I could not be more enthusiastic about pushing forward with the natural evolution of our company and industry and believe we will continue to attract the absolute most forward-thinking owners, capital partners and individuals who want to be a part of our dynamic culture and the future of our industry."

The family of companies in the agreement include Discovery Management Group, Morada Senior Living, TerraBella Senior Living, Discovery Development Group, Discovery Design Concepts, Discovery Marketing Group, and Discovery At Home, a Medicare-certified home healthcare company. The transaction, which is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals, is expected to close in Q4 of 2022.

With headquarters in Southwest Florida, Discovery Senior Living currently owns and operates a national, multi-branded portfolio of more than 110 communities in 19 states.

About Discovery Senior Living

Discovery Senior Living is a family of companies that includes Discovery Management Group, Morada Senior Living, TerraBella Senior Living, Discovery Development Group, Discovery Design Concepts, Discovery Marketing Group, and Discovery At Home, a Medicare-certified home healthcare company. With almost three decades of experience, the award-winning management group has been developing, building, marketing, and operating upscale senior-living communities across the United States. By leveraging its innovative "Experiential Living" philosophy across a growing portfolio of more than 15,000 existing homes or homes under development, Discovery Senior Living is a recognized industry leader for lifestyle customization and, today, ranks among the 10 largest U.S. senior living operators and providers.

About Lee Equity Partners

Lee Equity Partners, LLC is a New York-based private equity firm that partners with successful management teams to build companies with strong growth potential. Lee Equity targets equity investments of $50 million to $150 million in middle-market control buyouts and growth capital financings in companies with enterprise values of $100 million to $500 million that are located primarily in the United States. The firm invests in a range of industries where the team has deep relationships developed over decades, including business services, financial services, and healthcare services. 

About Coastwood Senior Housing Partners, LLC

Coastwood Senior Housing Partners, LLC is an investment firm led by Daniel A. Decker that specializes in seniors housing and related services. The Coastwood partners have extensive investment experience in the senior housing and healthcare services industries, including investments in Omega Healthcare Investors (OHI), Sunrise Senior Living, and Sentio, as well as board experience in a variety of publicly owned and private healthcare service companies.


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Faith Works Crisscrosses Georgia for Series of Get-Out-the-Vote Rallies to Promote Early Voting

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Faith Works Crisscrosses Georgia for Series of Get-Out-the-Vote Rallies to Promote Early Voting
Events to Celebrate Local Faith Institution's Efforts to Promote Strong Voter Participation and Educate Voters on the Anti-Voting Law - SB 202

ATLANTA - October 13, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Faith Works, Georgia's unified body of faith leaders fighting against the anti-voting law SB 202, announced today that it would crisscross Georgia during the month of October for a series of local rallies to highlight early voting opportunities and showcase the work of local faith institutions who are promoting the democratic ideal of voter participation. Earlier this month, Faith Works announced a massive effort to ensure that over 1,000 local churches, synagogues, mosques, and other faith institutions create their own customized voter engagement campaigns to ensure every person within their local congregations has the information and ability to vote this Fall.   

In Faith Works' view, after a record turnout by African-American voters in the 2020 election, extremists in Georgia constructed and spent millions of dollars on a campaign designed to minimize and invalidate various communities throughout the state from voting, most specifically voters of color, for this year's election. The anchor of this effort was Georgia's new anti-voting law, SB 202, which passed without debate or discourse. SB 202 significantly diminishes the ability to request and submit absentee ballots, minimizes voting opportunities across the state, makes it a crime to offer food or water to people waiting in long lines to vote, and places the politically controlled legislature in control of the State Election Board, rather than the elected Secretary of State. To learn more about Faith Works, please go to FaithWork.Vote.

"In 2020, African Americans in Georgia made voting history, and we are clearly on the verge of doing it once again," stated AME Bishop Reginald T. Jackson, the Presiding Prelate of the Sixth Episcopal District and a founding member of Faith Works. "Despite every effort by extremists to minimize black turnout this voting cycle, our communities are responding like never before with urgency and enthusiasm. With early voting finally rolling out next week, Georgia will see that our communities are organized and determined. People of faith will not be intimidated or marginalized, and I am so proud that it is the state's faith institutions who are supporting and promoting the ideals of our democracy."

FAITH WORKS TOUR LOGISTICS

The following regional rallies are scheduled throughout the month of October. Please note that in addition to the participation of Faith Works' statewide faith leadership, guest speakers are showcased for each event. The event will be open, and local multi-denominational congregations have been invited to each event. Each event will also be live-streamed on YouTubeFacebook, and the Sixth Episcopal District AME Church's website.

In addition to the planned rallies listed below, Faith Works' statewide leadership will meet with local clergy for strategic planning purposes, and onsite GOTV activities will be organized during each stop along the tour.   

Media wishing to cover the tour or travel with the Faith Works' leadership may contact Matthew Frankel at (917) 617-7914.

FAITH WORKS GET-OUT-THE-VOTE RALLIES

Macon - Tuesday, October 18 at 7:00 pm

New Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church -- Dr. James L. Bumpus, Lead Pastor

475 Church St, Macon, GA 31217

Guest Speaker: Rev. Thurmond Tillman, First African Baptist Church, Savannah, Georgia=

Columbus - Wednesday, October 19 at 7:00 pm

St. James AME Church -- Rev. Joseph Baker, Lead Pastor

1002 6th Ave, Columbus, GA 31901

Guest Speaker: Dr. Anthony Corbett, President, General Baptist Convention of Georgia and Pastor, Lundy Baptist Church, Macon

Augusta - Thursday, October 20 at 7:00 pm

Bethel AME Church - Rev. Augusta Hall, Pastor

623 Crawford Avenue, Augusta, GA 30901

Guest Speaker: Dr. Jamal Bryant, New Birth Baptist Church, Atlanta

Savannah - Monday, October 24 at 7:00 pm

St. Philip AME Church -- Dr. Jai Haithco, Lead Pastor

613 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Savannah, GA 31401

Guest Speaker: Dr. Da'Henri Thurmond, St. Paul CME Church, Savannah

Valdosta - Tuesday, October 25 at 7:00 pm

New Life Ministries -- J. Bernard Braswell II, Lead Pastor

5651 Inner Perimeter Rd, Valdosta, GA 31601

Guest Speaker: Rev. Paul Little, Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Macon

Albany - Wednesday, October 26 at 7:00 pm

Shiloh Baptist Church, Rev. Perry Simmons

325 W. Whitney Avenue, Albany, GA 31701

Guest Speaker: Rev. Lorenzo Heard, Second Mt. Olive Baptist Church and Chair-Elect Dougherty County Commission

Atlanta - Thursday, October 27 at 7:00 pm

St. Philip AME Church, Rev. William D. Watley, Ph. D., Lead Senior Pastor

240 Candler Rd., Atlanta, GA 30317

Guest Speaker: Dr. Charles Goodman, Lead Pastor, Tabernacle Baptist Church, Augusta

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Contact Information:
Matthew Frankel
MDF Strategies
[email protected]
917-617-7914
Related Files
Faith Works Tour -Standalone.pdf



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