Embracing Telehealth Technology: IT Strategies for Patient-Centered Care
Make no mistake: telehealth technology is on the rise. The number of telehealth services — from video visits and phone calls to remote patient monitoring and mobile health apps — has grown by as much as 15x since the onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic, with the market expected to reach $240 billion by 2032. The benefits of telehealth technology are abundant, including greater efficiency, broader access to primary care, and increased patient satisfaction. However, the challenges of implementing effective
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware Announces Local Men Volunteering as Shoe Guys for 3rd Annual Wine Women & Shoes Event
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware Announces Local Men Volunteering as Shoe Guys for 3rd Annual Wine Women & Shoes Event WILMINGTON, DE, September 22, 2023– Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware (RMHCGDE) has selected a fantastic and energetic group of volunteers to serve as Shoe Guys for the 3rd annual Wine Women & Shoes event. On November 2 at the Chase Center on the Riverfront, 30 men from our area will be greeting and socializing with guests, presenting designer
WSFS CARES Foundation Provides Third Quarter Grants to Organizations in Delaware and Pennsylvania
WILMINGTON, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The WSFS CARES Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Bank (Nasdaq: WSFS), announced it has provided grants to four organizations located in Delaware and Pennsylvania as part of its continuing series of philanthropic activities by WSFS and the Foundation. The grants, approved in the third quarter by the WSFS CARES Foundation board, will support the following organizations:American Red Cross of the Delmarva Peninsula ($25,000 Grant) The Red Cross of Delmarva,
Regional Consumers Continue to Adapt Spending and Saving Habits, WSFS Bank’s Annual Money Trends Study Finds
Inflation and rising interest rates continue to impact financial stability of many regional consumers, causing changes to financial behavior, while presenting opportunities for others WILMINGTON, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Nearly four in 10 regional residents (38%) are spending more money now compared to last year, while only 21% in the region are saving more, according to a Money Trends study from WSFS Bank, the primary subsidiary of WSFS Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: WSFS). Half of respondents have heard
Whisman Giordano & Associates Nationally Recognized as Best Accounting Firms to Work For
Whisman Giordano and Associates, LLC (WGA) announces that it has been ranked as one of the top 100 accounting firms in the United States. The firm is recognized as a Best Accounting Firms to Work For by Accounting Today Magazine.This is the second time in two years WGA has earned this recognition. The firm moved up nine spots on the list between 2022 and 2023. Accounting Today partnered with Best Companies Group to identify companies that have excelled in creating quality workplaces for employees. Firms
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FIRST STATE BALLET THEATRE KICKS OFF 2023-2024 SEASON AT THE GRAND OPERA HOUSE WITH COPPÉLIA
Coppélia The charming tale of love, mischief and a mysterious toy maker Join the vivacious Swanhilda and her friends as they set out to uncover the identity of the mysterious Coppélia, whose appearance at the workshop of the eccentric Dr. Coppelius sets off a chain of comical misadventures. This charming classic filled with laughs and delightful music and dancing is perfect for young audiences. Saturday, October 21 at 7 pm Sunday, October 22 at 2 pm The Grand Opera House – Copeland
BLS CPAs Wins 2023 Best of Accounting 5-Year Diamond Award for Service Excellence
September 5, 2023 – Wilmington, Delaware – Belfint Lyons & Shuman, CPAs (BLS), a leading accounting firm currently in their centennial year announced that they have earned the Best of Accounting 5-Year Diamond Award for providing superior service to their clients based on five (5) consecutive years of client survey results. They are the only Delaware-based firm to have earned Diamond Status and only 27% of the 2023 Best of Accounting winners earned the Diamond Award distinction! ClearlyRated’s Best of
Member Spotlight: Delaware Limo
Member Spotlight: Delaware Limo "Founded in 2018, Delaware Limo started with a simple but ambitious goal: to transform the landscape of luxury ground transportation in Delaware and its surrounding regions. We offer an array of services, including limousine and party bus rentals, black car service, group and event shuttling, weddings, and Ground Concierge for nationwide travel. Each service is designed not just to transport, but to offer an elevated travel experience that prioritizes safety, convenience,
Comcast is the First Internet Provider to Offer a Back-up Connectivity Device Designed to Keep Customers Connected During a Storm
This week, Comcast became the first Internet Provider to offer a product designed to maintain connectivity when a storm hits, trees are down, or a customer experiences a local outage, with the launch of Storm-Ready WiFi. With severe weather impacting many parts of the country, there has never been a greater need for a back-up connectivity solution. Comcast’s new Storm-Ready WiFi device is equipped with cellular back-up and a four-hour rechargeable battery, more than enough power to keep customers up and
DENTAL LOSS RATIOS ARE GAINING TRACTION
LOSS RATIOS ARE DISRUPTING DENTAL MARKETEver since Massachusetts passed its 83% dental loss ratio, twelve other states are considering or enacting similar legislation. The pending loss ratios range from 75 – 85%, but their existence is certain to disrupt the markets. BeneCare’s value-based model is based on an 80% or greater loss ratio, which complies with existing and pending legislation. In addition, our Premium Credit Program guarantees a group a minimum loss ratio with no downside risk. LEARN
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Financial Services – Combatting the Growing Frequency of Ransomware Demands
As Ransomware as a Service (RaaS) and AI-enhanced malware gain wider accessibility, the financial services industry remains a top target for ransomware attacks. Staying up to date on emerging threats is critical to protecting your firm and preventing cyberattacks —consider taking some time to learn more. Check out IT Solutions' update on Ransomware Attacks on Financial Organizations: https://bit.ly/46ss1H8.
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IT Solutions Celebrates Recognition in Global MSP 501 Ranking for 14th Year
IT Solutions Consulting, LLC Ranked on Channel Futures 2023 MSP 501—Tech Industry’s Most Prestigious List of Managed Service Providers Worldwide Annual MSP 501 Identifies Industry’s Best-in-Class Businesses Growing Via Recurring Revenue and Innovation JUNE 23, 2023: IT Solutions Consulting has been named as one of the world’s premier managed service providers in the prestigious 2023 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings. For the past 17 years, managed service providers around the globe have submitted
BENECARE AWARDS ANNUAL DENTAL SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP
BENECARE AWARDS ANNUAL DENTAL SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP As a carrier founded by dental professionals, BeneCare emphasizes the clinical side of the coverage equation and its importance to overall good health. To support that mission, BeneCare has established an annual scholarship at the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine to help support future generations of dental professionals.MEET ZOE SINGER, BENECARE'S SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
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Delaware State Bar Association Elects Gawthrop Greenwood Attorney Carl W. Heckert Secretary of Family Law Section
Gawthrop Greenwood partner Carl W. Heckert has been elected secretary of the Delaware State Bar Association’s Family Law Section during the esteemed organization’s 100th anniversary year. Heckert, who has more than 25 years of experience practicing family law in Delaware, has been a member of the Delaware State Bar Association since 1992 and will serve for the 2023-2024 section year.Heckert is a member of the Family Law Department in Gawthrop Greenwood, PC’s Greater Wilmington office in Greenville,
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IT Solutions Consulting Completes Acquisition of Acropolis Technology Group
PHILADELPHIA — May 9, 2023 — IT Solutions Consulting, LLC, a top-tier provider of Managed IT, Managed Security, and Application Development services in the Mid-Atlantic region, announced today the acquisition of Acropolis Technology Group, a leading Managed Service Provider (MSP) based in St. Louis. The joining of these firms strengthens IT Solutions’ ability to deliver process-driven and customer-centric IT support to more businesses while expanding its geographic footprint into the Midwestern United
BENECARE: HOW UTILIZATION CAN STABLIZE PREMIUMS
Increase utilization? Sounds crazy, right? Not actually. By removing the barriers to care that can suppress utilization, BeneCare’s value-based model moves your members from treatment to prevention, leading to lower cost trends and rate stabilization. This is a case study of the New Castle County Chamber's Association Dental Plan. Learn How Utilization Can Stabilize CostsCheck out NCCCC Dental Plans Here
Greenwood Greenwood Litigator Lauren A. Nehra Becomes Licensed to Practice in Delaware
Gawthrop Greenwood attorney Lauren A. Nehra has been admitted to the Delaware Bar and is now licensed to practice in the First State. Nehra is a member of Gawthrop Greenwood’s Litigation Department and specializes in several litigation areas, including matters involving contract disputes, landlord/tenant, guardianships and breaches of fiduciary duties. Nehra was officially admitted during a ceremony at the Delaware Supreme Court located in Dover. She is one of six Gawthrop Greenwood attorneys practicing
BENECARE HELPS EDUCATE LOCAL KIDS ON ORAL HEALTH
BeneCare is donating oral health kits and educational materials to local organizations to help them educate kids on the benefits of developing good oral health habits early in life. It's all part of our observance of National Children's Dental Health Month!Learn about our educational campaign with local kids and find resources for dental care to help underserved children. Learn More
Emory Hill Announces Retirement of Co-Founder Robert H. Hill: Neil Kilian and Clayton Hill Named Partners
NEW CASTLE, DE (January 11, 2023) – NAI Emory Hill announced today that Robert (Bob) H. Hill is retiring from his longstanding role as president and partner. Bob Hill has a 45+ year history of service to the commercial real estate industry. Hill joined Clay Emory in 1981 to establish Emory Hill & Company and founded Emory Hill Real Estate Services, Inc. in 1983. Bob served as President of Emory Hill & Company and Vice President of Emory Hill Real Estate Services, Inc. Emory Hill has built and
Emory Hill, O’Hara Secure Sale of First State Plaza to Parkway Gravel, Inc.
NEW CASTLE, DE – Parkway Gravel, Inc., based in New Castle, DE, has purchased First State Plaza, located at 1600 W. Newport Pike, Wilmington, for $31.8M. The highly visible +/-165,000 square-foot retail center with over 1300 square feet of frontage on West Newport Pike/Route 4, sits on 20.58 acres and is anchored by major retailers such as Shoprite, Cinemark, Dollar Tree, US Postal Service, and McDonald’s. The seller, FSSC, LLC. out of Wilmington, DE was represented by Jim O’Hara, Jr. of NAI Emory
Reasons Businesspersons Must Care for Themselves (and How They Can)
It comes as no surprise that entrepreneurs suffer a great deal of pressure. The responsibility of running a business would weigh heavily on anyone's shoulders. Industry analysts have determined that businesspeople are 29% more likely to experience depression. Other problems, such as addiction, also factor into the mix. A conscious effort remains necessary to ward off such maladies. Courtesy of the New Castle County Chamber of Commerce, here are some additional rationales for rejuvenating oneself and
Where Art and Science Meet
WHERE ART AND SCIENCE MEET The Aegis & The Record December 2, 2022 by Tony Roberts Joanne Presbury of Bel Air is a three-year amputee. After Presbury, 62, lost her leg to diabetes, her physical therapist referred her to Real Life Prosthetics for a replacement, she said. Presbury lost all but one of her toes on her right foot, and lost her left leg up to her knee. She not only found a place that got her to walk like she never lost a leg, but a company that cared about what she wants, she said. "They
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How to Start a Small Business as a Freelancer in New Castle County, Delaware
Starting a small business is a big undertaking. Fortunately, if you're a freelancer looking to turn your side hustle into a full-fledged business, there are some steps you can take to increase your chances of success. In this article, we'll outline some of the key things you need to do to start a small business in New Castle County, Delaware.Creating a Business Plan One of the first things you should do when starting a small business is to create a business plan. This document will outline your business
How to Establish a Sustainable Real Estate Development Business
Sustainability has become a hot-button issue, with people increasingly committed to eco-friendly practices that preserve the environment. If you're thinking of starting a business in real estate development, embracing sustainability is a savvy move. According to Deloitte, consumers are eager to support eco-conscious companies, giving you a competitive advantage. Sustainable business practices have other benefits for real estate development too. Find out more about the advantages of sustainability and how
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