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The Leader in Immersive Healthcare for the Aging Joins Forces with the CTA Foundation to Launch the Great American Elderverse™

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MYND IMMERSIVE TEAMS WITH AT&T, HTC VIVE, NETGEAR AND SELECT REHABILITATION TO BUILD NATIONAL SPATIAL COMPUTING NETWORK FOR OLDER ADULTS

NEW YORK, July 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Mynd Immersive, a pioneer in the field of delivering immersive therapeutics to older adults, and the CTA Foundation, the non-profit arm of the Consumer Technology Association, are thrilled to announce the launch of the Great American Elderverse™ program, supported by the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation, AT&T, HTC VIVE, NETGEAR, and Select Rehabilitation. This groundbreaking initiative is providing immersive content and technology to underserved and lower-income seniors across the United States, enhancing their quality of life through virtual experiences and therapeutics.

The Great American Elderverse™ program will kick off in the tri-state area with 60 communities and will expand to hundreds of communities across the nation throughout 2024 and 2025. This initial launch is being made possible by the generous support of the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation. 

“As the aging population rapidly expands, we are finding fascinating ways to improve the lives and health of our elders with spatial computing and AI,” said Chris Brickler, CEO and co-founder of Mynd Immersive. “The Elderverse opens a new, three-dimensional window into a world of patient-centered, 5G connected care.  We take great pride in helping caregivers, clinicians, and therapists harness this next generation of digital therapy across mental, physical, cognitive, emotional and spiritual health.”

“The importance of eldercare cannot be understated,’ said Alex Cohen, President of the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation and New York Mets Owner. “We are proud to support the CTA Foundation and this innovative project to help improve the lives of older adults.”

The first recipients of the Great American Elderverse program include four distinguished and innovative senior care operators:

The New Jewish Home in Manhattan,Christian Health of New Jersey,Lutheran Care Center of Poughkeepsie, New YorkLong Island State Veterans Home, Stony Brook, New York.

Dr. Jeffrey Farber, President and CEO of The New Jewish Home, said “We’ve been at the forefront of caring for older adults since our founding in 1848, and through our partnership with Mynd Immersive, we look forward to continuing our proud tradition of innovation. Utilizing the Mynd platform will further enhance and enrich our robust post-acute rehabilitation and therapeutic recreation programs. We’re delighted to explore how our partnership will positively impact our residents and patients.”

“Christian Health continually strives to provide high-quality care and access cutting-edge technology and other means to benefit our residents and patients,” said Douglas Struyk, CPA, LNHA, and Christian Health CEO. “It is an honor to be the first New Jersey-based organization to join the Elderverse, which will advance our commitment to foster health, healing and wellness in the lives of those we serve.”

The program is also made possible with the support of several key strategic partners, including:

HTC VIVE – providing lightweight, immersive glasses to deliver stunning visual and spatial audio experiencesAT&T – providing fast and secure 5G service for seamless IoT connectivityNETGEAR – providing best-in-class WiFi to each location with Nighthawk M6 Pro 5G mobile hotspotsSelect Rehabilitation – clinical leadership for use in OT/PT/ST

These technology partners play a crucial role in developing the future of Connected Health – a world in which we can instantly and easily monitor specific conditions and our overall health, with seamless input from remote doctors, therapists, family members, and other caregivers. Through the combination of wearables, 5G connectivity, AI, and spatial computing, we can extend not just lifespan, but healthspan, leading to more fulfilling and independent lives.

The effectiveness of Immersive Therapeutics (ITx) has been supported by numerous research studies, including a groundbreaking study conducted by Stanford University using Mynd in 17 communities in 10 states, which found that about 60% of senior residents felt a decrease in isolation, over 80% experienced improved mood, and over 90% reported better relationships with their caregivers.

The Great American Elderverse program is produced in partnership with the CTA Foundation, providing a tax-deductible donation option for foundations, family offices, and corporate donors to support seniors in their regional communities or across the US.

Call to Action:

The CTA Foundation invites other donors and senior community operators to learn more about the Great American Elderverse and explore how they can bring this innovative program to their communities. For more information, please visit The Great American Elderverse

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Kim Morgan 
Email: Kim@myndimmersive.com
Phone: 954.261.2149

About the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation
The Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation is committed to inspiring philanthropy and community service by creating awareness, offering guidance, and leading by example to show the world what giving can do. The Foundation’s grants support nonprofit organizations based in the United States that either help people in need or solve complex problems. The Foundation also spearheads grassroots campaigns to encourage others to give.  The Foundation has provided over $1 billion of charitable support. For more information, visit www.steveandalex.org.

About the CTA Foundation
CTA Foundation boilerplate: Launched in 2012, the CTA Foundation is a public, national foundation dedicated to connecting people with disabilities and older adults to technologies that enhance their lives. To date, it has provided over $7.3 million in support to non-profit organizations across the United States, improving the quality of life for these communities. Find out how you can support at www.CTAFoundation.tech.

About Mynd Immersive
Since 2016, Mynd Immersive (formerly MyndVR) has been pioneering the creation and delivery of immersive therapeutics designed for the booming, global population of older adults. In 2023, Stanford researchers completed the largest study ever done with VR and older adults. Mynd was shown to significantly improve mood, reduce feelings of isolation, while enhancing relationships between elders and their caregivers. Mynd serves senior living communities globally and over 100 veteran healthcare locations. Mynd Studios, the largest producer of immersive content for older adults in the world, recently announced a partnership with the Department of Veterans Affairs to produce “Virtual Vietnam: A Path to Peace,” designed to provide emotional and psychological support to millions of aging veterans.

About The New Jewish Home:
Since 1848, The New Jewish Home has helped older New Yorkers live full and meaningful lives by providing outstanding health care and innovative programming. The New Jewish Home is a comprehensive, mission-driven nonprofit health care system serving older adults of all faiths, ethnicities, and income levels. With campuses in Manhattan and Westchester, The New Jewish Home provides person-directed long-term skilled nursing and specialized short-term rehabilitation in partnership with Mount Sinai Health System, NYU Langone Health and Burke Rehabilitation Hospital. The New Jewish Home also offers adult day health care, geriatric care management, home care and senior housing. The New Jewish Home is a proud partner and founding agency of UJA-Federation of New York. For more information, visit www.jewishhome.org.

About Christian Health
Since 1911, Christian Health’s mission has been to offer a listening ear, a helpful hand, and steady, supportive guidance throughout an individual’s wellness journey. As a non-profit organization founded on the belief that everyone has the right to exceptional care, we continue to grow and evolve to meet the needs of our community. Christian Health’s comprehensive continuum of mental health services, communities for older adults, and rehabilitation services foster physical health and nourish the spirit. Caring is not simply what we do; it is who we are. For more information, visit www.christianhealthnj.org.

About AT&T
We help more than 100 million U.S. families, friends and neighbors, plus nearly 2.5 million businesses, connect to greater possibility. From the first phone call 140+ years ago to our 5G wireless and multi-gig internet offerings today, we @ATT innovate to improve lives. For more information about AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T), please visit us at about.att.com. Investors can learn more at investors.att.com.

About HTC VIVE
HTC VIVE is the premier virtual reality (VR) platform and ecosystem that creates true-to-life VR experiences for businesses and consumers. The VIVE ecosystem is built around premium VR hardware, software, and content. The VIVE business encompasses best-in-class XR hardware, the VIVEPORT platform and app store, VIVE Enterprise Solutions for business customers, VIVE X, a US$100M VR business accelerator, and VIVE ARTS for cultural initiatives. For more information, please visit www.vive.com.
About NETGEAR, Inc.

About NETGEAR® (NASDAQ: NTGR)
NETGEAR has pioneered advanced networking technologies for homes, businesses, and service providers around the world since 1996 and leads the industry with a broad range of award-winning products designed to simplify and improve people’s lives. By enabling people to collaborate and connect to a world of information and entertainment, NETGEAR is dedicated to delivering innovative and advanced connected solutions ranging from mobile and cloud-based services for enhanced control and security, to smart networking products, video over Ethernet for Pro AV applications, easy-to-use WiFi solutions and performance gaming routers to enhance online game play. The company is headquartered out of San Jose, Calif. with offices located around the globe. More information is available from the NETGEAR Press Room or by calling (408) 907-8000. Connect with NETGEAR: Facebook, Instagram and the NETGEAR blog at NETGEAR.com.

About Select Rehabilitation
Select Rehabilitation is the nation’s largest provider of contract rehabilitation services employing 21,000 therapists delivering a range of clinical services at over 2,800 facilities in 46 states. Established in 1998, the founder-operated company’s innovative approach to delivering exceptional patient outcomes, state-of-the-art technology infrastructure and compliance-driven patient-care model have earned it a strong reputation among skilled nursing, assisted living and independent living providers. Learn more at www.selectrehab.com

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As 2025 IRS Mileage Rate Hits 70 Cents, Expert Warns: Ditch Risky Apps for Secure Paper Tracking

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Gig economy expert Ed Ryder warns against the risks of mileage tracking apps, and advocates using paper-based tracking methods instead. He introduces The Big Mileage Form, a secure alternative developed over two years to meet the specific needs of food delivery gig workers. Ryder highlights recent tech failures, like the July 2024 global IT outage, to underscore the vulnerabilities of digital solutions. The press release also mentions Ryder’s significant mileage deduction using his form and directs readers to GigCoach.net for additional resources, including a consumer tutorial to drive better food delivery outcomes and a gig coach training program.

PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — As the IRS announces a standard mileage rate of 70 cents per mile for 2025, gig economy expert Ed Ryder, who has completed over 10,000 deliveries with his own car using major food delivery platforms, urges fellow gig workers to reconsider their mileage tracking methods. While acknowledging the convenience of digital solutions, Ryder advocates for a return to secure, paper-based tracking to protect valuable mileage deductions.

With the mileage rate at 70 cents, accurate tracking is crucial for gig workers and small business owners. Mileage apps seem convenient, but they risk data loss from outages, glitches, and cyber attacks. Many overlook these significant dangers.

“With the mileage rate increasing to 70 cents, accurate tracking is more crucial than ever for gig workers and small business owners,” says Ryder, creator of The Big Mileage Form. “While mileage tracking apps seem convenient, they come with significant risks that many overlook. Network outages, app glitches, and cyber attacks can jeopardize months of data.”

Ryder points to the July 2024 global IT outage as a prime example of technology’s vulnerabilities. “A faulty software update caused mass airline disruptions and impacted other industries, catching major corporations off guard. This incident highlights that even in our digital age, software isn’t infallible. For me, I simply won’t trust mileage tracking apps with my most important tax deduction.”

To address these concerns, Ryder developed a comprehensive, paper-based solution. “I spent two years perfecting The Big Mileage Form, tailoring it to the specific needs of food delivery gig workers,” he explains. “At 11×17 inches, it provides ample space for detailed record-keeping and, crucially, it’s immune to software glitches, data breaches, and ransomware attacks.”

Ryder’s meticulous paper-based record-keeping resulted in a mileage deduction exceeding $19,000 on his 2023 federal taxes. “All my business-related miles are thoroughly documented on paper. I’m fully prepared to defend this deduction in case of an audit. This level of confidence is what I aim to provide other gig workers.”

“In today’s digital age, sometimes the most secure solution is the simplest one,” Ryder concludes. “My form not only ensures data security but also prepares users for potential IRS audits. It’s time to reconsider the old-fashioned, but reliable pen-and-paper method.”

For those interested in learning more about effective mileage tracking and other aspects of gig work, Ryder offers valuable resources on GigCoach.net. These include a tutorial for consumers titled ‘Fair Deal Delivery,’ which provides insights on how to improve food delivery outcomes. Additionally, experienced food delivery couriers can explore Ryder’s gig coach training program. Visit GigCoach.net to access these resources and learn more about The Big Mileage Form.

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Ed Ryder, Match Experiment LLC, 1 484-493-8740, hello@ideamaned.com, gigcoach.net

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DATA BREACH ALERT: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Is Investigating Claims On Behalf Of Ascension Health Customers Whose Data May Have Been Compromised

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NEWTOWN, Pa., Dec. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The law firm of Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating claims regarding data privacy violations by Ascension Health (“Ascension”). Ascension learned of suspicious activity on or about May 8, 2024. To join this case, go HERE.

About Ascension Health

Ascension is a prominent non-profit health system in the nation and operates under Catholic principles.

What happened?

On or about May 8, 2024, Ascension detected unauthorized activity in its computer systems. Ascension initiated an investigation, which included retaining consulting cybersecurity experts and notifying the FBI. The investigation determined that between May 7 and 8, 2024, a cybercriminal accessed files containing personal information about Ascension’s patients and employees. This information included names, medical records, payment details, insurance information, government identification numbers, and other personal data such as dates of birth and addresses. Approximately 6 million individuals have been affected by this data breach.

How can I protect my personal data?

If you receive a data breach notification, you must guard against possible misuse of your personal information, including identity theft and fraud, by regularly reviewing your account statements and monitoring your credit reports for suspicious or unauthorized activity. Additionally, you should consider legal options for mitigating such risks.

Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating a class action lawsuit to seek legal remedies for customers whose sensitive personal and patient data may have been compromised by the Ascension data breach.

For more information, please contact:

Marc H. Edelson, Esq.
EDELSON LECHTZIN LLP
411 S. State Street, Suite N-300
Newtown, PA 18940
Phone: 844-696-7492
Email: medelson@edelson-law.com
Web:  www.edelson-law.com 

About Edelson Lechtzin LLP
Edelson Lechtzin LLP is a national class action law firm with offices in Pennsylvania and California. In addition to cases involving data breaches, our lawyers focus on class and collective litigation in cases alleging securities and investment fraud, violations of the federal antitrust laws, employee benefit plans under ERISA, wage theft and unpaid overtime, consumer fraud, and catastrophic injuries.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions. No class has been certified in this case, so counsel does not represent you unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing now. Your ability to share in any potential future recovery does not depend on serving as lead plaintiff.

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Earth’s pulse monitored: a review highlights remote sensing time series progress

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As urbanization accelerates and environmental dynamics shift, the need for accurate and timely terrestrial monitoring has never been more urgent. A review has introduced a novel approach to remote sensing time series analysis, integrating multi-source data to enable near real-time monitoring. This innovative methodology promises to transform environmental conservation and urban planning by providing unprecedented insights into terrestrial changes and offering a more precise understanding of environmental dynamics.

GUANGZHOU, China, Dec. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — An international team of researchers from South China Normal University, the University of Connecticut, and the Chinese Academy of Sciences has made a significant breakthrough in remote sensing. Their review, published (DOI: 10.34133/remotesensing.0285) in the Journal of Remote Sensing on December 11, 2024, addresses key challenges in remote sensing, such as incomplete data and noise interference. The team’s new time series analysis technique leverages advanced data reconstruction and fusion methods, significantly enhancing the precision and efficiency of remote sensing for monitoring environmental changes.

The research team has developed an advanced time series analysis technique that combines deep learning algorithms with traditional remote sensing methods to integrate data from various remote sensing sources. This innovative approach allows for the extraction of subtle patterns from large, complex datasets, which is crucial for monitoring critical environmental parameters such as land use and vegetation health. Unlike conventional techniques that struggle with incomplete or noisy data, this new methodology offers enhanced accuracy and more reliable insights into terrestrial dynamics, paving the way for more effective environmental monitoring.

Central to the study’s success is the integration of Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks and Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) to address the challenges posed by missing or noisy data. The LSTM networks capture temporal trends over time, while the GANs generate synthetic data that mimics real-world observations to fill gaps and correct for atmospheric distortions. This dual approach has resulted in a cleaner, more accurate time series dataset, which was validated against independent ground truth measurements. The researchers demonstrated significant improvements in key vegetation indices, such as the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), setting a new benchmark in the field of remote sensing.

Experts in the field have lauded the study’s potential to revolutionize remote sensing applications. They see the method as a transformative tool for enhancing high-resolution monitoring and extending its coverage, particularly in agricultural surveillance, urban planning, and environmental management. “This method represents a crucial advancement in our ability to monitor environmental changes,” says Professor Fu. “As it evolves, it could play a key role in addressing climate change and other global challenges.”

The methodology’s future applications are vast, especially in global environmental monitoring and supporting sustainable development goals. By integrating multi-temporal data from Landsat and Sentinel-2 satellites, the team has created a framework for accurate and continuous terrestrial analysis. As computational power advances and algorithms improve, this technology is expected to become a vital tool for natural resource management, disaster response, and climate change mitigation. In the years to come, it could provide critical data to help policymakers address pressing environmental issues on a global scale.

References

DOI

10.34133/remotesensing.0285

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https://doi.org/10.34133/remotesensing.0285

Funding information

This work was supported by the National Nature Science Foundation of China (grant numbers 42425001 and 42071399).

About Journal of Remote Sensing

The Journal of Remote Sensing, an online-only Open Access journal published in association with AIR-CAS, promotes the theory, science, and technology of remote sensing, as well as interdisciplinary research within earth and information science.

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