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‘It gives them a moment of hope’: Chef explains why he rushed to help Texas flood victims
MSNBC· 2025-07-06 22:57
Joining us now is Gary Leblanc. He's the founder and CEO of Mercy Chefs. Gary, thank you for taking the time.I know you've got a lot to do. First of all, can you just tell us what the situation is like on the ground where you are. Well, it is it is still very frantic trying to recover bodies, but also to find those people that are missing.search and rescue teams have been working through the night and uh we we were able to feed 500 of the search and rescue and law enforcement people dinner last night and um ...
What ripples will your pebble make? | Celia Emmot | TEDxBrighton
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-02 16:37
[Music] Good morning everybody. I'd like to introduce you to my pebble. This pebble is a funny size.It's very thin, not much color. But if I drop it in a pond of rippling water, the ripples far exceed the size of this pebble. Our lives are the same.When we take an action, the action we take, however great or small, far exceeds our immediate circle. Today, I'd like to take a moment to share when I and others around me have thrown a pebble into the waters of our society and brought about some positive change. ...
ADT partners with All Things Made New to launch safe spaces for youth in Dallas County
Globenewswire· 2025-06-20 13:17
Core Viewpoint - ADT Inc. is enhancing its community engagement through a $100,000 donation to support All Things Made New, a nonprofit focused on mentoring and life skills for youth in the Dallas area [1][2]. Group 1: Partnership and Initiatives - The partnership is part of ADT's Safe Places program, which will establish two ADT Safe Places Drop-In Centers in Irving, aimed at providing supportive environments for youth aged 10 to 18 [2][4]. - The centers will offer various services including tutoring, trauma-informed care, mentoring, nutritional support, and access to technology outside of school hours [2][4]. Group 2: Community Impact - ADT's Executive Vice President emphasized that safety extends beyond technology to include trust and care, highlighting the importance of creating supportive spaces for young people [3]. - The donation also includes funding for a co-branded 10-passenger van to facilitate transportation for youth to programming, along with the installation of smart security systems at the new centers [3]. Group 3: Organizational Background - ADT is recognized for providing safe and smart solutions for homes and small businesses, leveraging a large network of smart home security professionals in the U.S. [5]. - All Things Made New, founded in 2012, focuses on mentoring and life skills programming for teens and young adults, aiming to help them become positive contributors to their communities [6].
Cash, Casseroles, and Grief: Rethinking How We Show Up for Each Other | Jordan Arogeti | TEDxAtlanta
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-13 15:49
Imagine [Music] sitting at home one night. Your two kids asleep in their rooms. One 18 months, the other just 3 weeks.Your husband is returning home from an overnight work trip. There's a knock at the door. It's a police officer.Ma'am, your husband was killed in a car accident tonight. Instantly, your entire world flipped upside down. This is the story of a woman named Julie.In recent years, we've collectively experienced the COVID pandemic, extreme natural disasters, and more. When you add in diagnosis, ac ...
CVS Health celebrates reopening of Hendersonville store destroyed by Hurricane Helene
Prnewswire· 2025-05-12 18:00
Core Points - CVS Health has reopened its South Main Street pharmacy in Hendersonville after being severely damaged by Hurricane Helene in September 2024, marking a significant milestone for the community [1][2][4] - The store features an expanded pharmacy, private consultation and vaccination area, improved in-store delivery pickup area, and updated layout, enhancing the customer experience [6] - CVS Health has committed over $1.5 million in support for communities affected by Hurricane Helene through grants and product donations [7] Company Overview - As of December 31, 2024, CVS Health operates more than 9,000 retail pharmacy locations and over 1,000 walk-in and primary care medical clinics, serving approximately 90 million pharmacy benefits plan members [9][10] - The company provides health insurance products and services, including Medicare Advantage offerings and a standalone Medicare Part D prescription drug plan, aiming to improve access to quality care and lower overall costs [10]