Shelia Poole | (TNS) The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ATLANTA — Holidays are a time for families and friends to gather, but for older people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, it can cause so much stress and confusion that they could be in danger of what experts calls wandering. Related Articles Health | Millions will see rise in health insurance premiums if federal subsidies expire Health | Health officials say Louisiana patient is first severe bird flu case in US Health | What’s behind rising autism rates: A broader definition of autism and better screening Health | Most US teens are abstaining from drinking, smoking and marijuana, survey says Health | An Alabama woman is doing well after the latest experimental pig kidney transplant “I would say around the holiday time is the biggest challenge for people with dementia,” said Kim Franklin, senior manager of programs and services at the Georgia chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. “Schedules are changing, people are traveling, families are coming together and friends are coming over. There’s a lot of chaos going on and that can cause a person to wander. They want to get away. It’s hard for them to process what’s happening.” The Alzheimer’s Association reports 72% of dementia patients who wander are found alive by the next day. Alerting 911 as soon as the person goes missing is critical. The odds of survival decrease as more time passes. Angel Alonso, president of Georgia Emergency Search and Recovery based in Gwinnett County, said the vast majority — between 60% and 70% — of the 30 to 40 calls the nonprofit received last year involved people with the disease. The GESAR is a volunteer-driven organization that works with law enforcement to find people who have gone missing, including children, people with Alzheimer’s and dementia, and people lost during major disasters. “We get so many Alzheimer’s calls,” said Vice President John Clark, who is also volunteer instructor with the Georgia Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. For caregivers and loved ones, a relative who goes missing is devastating. Two of Clark’s grandparents had dementia, so he gravitated to search and rescue to help other families and caregivers keep their loved ones safe. He’s consulted with police departments across metro Atlanta on the best ways to find people with Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias can cause people to lose their ability to recognize people and places that are familiar. According to the Alzheimer’s Association there are often warning signs that a person might wander. Six in 10 people with dementia will wander during the course of the disease. That includes people returning from a regular walk or drive later than usual. Or they may talk about fulfilling former obligations, such as going to work or talk about going home even when they’re at home. Sometimes they become restless and pace or make repetitive movements. Clark recounted one call for help when a family reported a missing relative, but they insisted she couldn’t have gone far because of a bad knee that limited her to walking no further than the mailbox. Searchers found the missing woman 7 miles from home. Even those who have never shown an interest in wandering might start without warning. Dan Goerke is fortunate. His late wife, Diane, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2012, once went missing from the car of a caregiver. The caregiver had stopped for an errand. Diane had waited alone in cars as people ran errands before. But this time, when the caregiver returned, Diane was gone but her seat belt was still fastened. “It was like she disappeared into thin air,” said Goerke, who said he doesn’t blame the caregiver. Fortunately, she was found uninjured and nearby a short time later that same day. Goerke said it’s hard for caregivers to always be on guard for wandering. “We have so many things to juggle that’s not necessarily at the top of our minds. We have to manage medications, take them to doctor’s appointments, cook meals and taking care of things day to day,” he said. Clark said when searching for someone with dementia, one of the keys is to know what the person was like before their diagnosis. Often their long-term memories are still strong. They once found a woman who walked out of her home and went to where she used to shop and to her old job, although it had closed. Recently, GESAR unveiled a new tool to search for missing people: Maverick. An 8-month-old chocolate Labrador retriever, Maverick is in training to be part of the GESAR search and research team that will track missing people, including wandering dementia patients in metro Atlanta. In cases involving children and people with dementia, a dog’s personality can also be an asset. Labs like Maverick are friendly and affectionate, not imposing or threatening like some other breeds — and less likely to scare the person who is lost. Canines can be used in searches in both rural and urban areas. “He’s an asset,” said Maverick’s handler, Carmen Alonso. “His nose can pick up odors and track where a person has been that we might not think to go that direction.” At the Cobb County Police Department, Public Information Officer Sgt. Eric Smith said if dogs are needed to search for a wanderer they call the sheriff’s department, which has bloodhounds. “They’re not apprehension dogs so there’s little or no likelihood of a bite,” he said. Technology can also help, Smith said. Searchers can use drones and families can install technology on a person’s car to help locate it or use other kinds of trackable devices including on their phone. “We get so many Alzheimer’s calls,” said Clark, who is also a volunteer instructor with the Georgia Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. Most cases they’ve worked on have had favorable results, according to the Georgia Emergency Search and Recovery organization. No two searches are the same, said Sgt. Jeremy Blake of the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office. “When responding to calls for a missing person, the response is different than that of a fleeing suspect,” he wrote in an email. “The K-9s that are used to track missing persons are not trained in the apprehension of suspects. ... Often times, if the K-9 cannot locate the missing person, they can provide officers with a more accurate direction of travel than they may previously had.” Nearly 7 million U.S. residents age 65 and older were living with Alzheimer’s according to the most recent Facts & Figures report . Of those, more than 188,000 Georgians ages 65 and older also have been diagnosed with the disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Association Georgia Chapter. There is a better chance of being found in urban environments because of a higher probability of a “good Samaritan” stepping in. Wanderers may give no forewarning. Often those with memory issues wander away during activities they’ve done safely in the past, such as shopping or sitting on a front porch. Some people who still drive can become disoriented and drive for miles away from home. According to the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office, on average, half the calls for missing persons involve the elderly or someone with disabilities. Call 911 as soon as possible. Have a photograph available for first responders and an article of clothing to provide a scent for search dogs. Sharing what the missing person liked to do in prior years can be a key: Did they have a job they went to every day? Did they like to fish or go to a certain spot? Searchers will need to know the last time the person was seen to help determine how far a person might have wandered. 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Field Hockey: Skyland Conference All-Division Teams, 2024Fine Art Insurance Market Detailed Strategies, Competitive Landscaping and Developments for next 5 years 12-18-2024 08:27 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: AMA Research & Media LLP The latest study released on the global 'Fine Art Insurance' market by AMA Research evaluates market size, trend, and forecast to 2030. The 'Fine Art Insurance' market study covers significant research data and proofs to be a handy resource document for managers, analysts, industry experts and other key people to have ready-to-access and self-analyzed study to help understand market trends, growth drivers, opportunities and upcoming challenges and about the competitors. Get free access to Sample Report in PDF Version along with Graphs and Figures @ https://www.advancemarketanalytics.com/sample-report/106165-global-fine-art-insurance-market?utm_source=OpenPR/utm_medium=Rahul Some of the key players profiled in the study are: Progressive Corporation (United States), CPIC (China), Chubb Limited (United States), Allianz SE (Germany), Ping An Insurance (China), Assicurazioni Generali (Italy), AXA (France), AIG (United States), Aon plc (United Kingdom), Zurich Insurance Group (Switzerland) Many insurance companies insure works of art, but the choice of insurance depends on the size and value of the art collection, as well as the type of coverage that is required. Fine arts is the art that was primarily developed for aesthetics or beauty and is different from decorative or applied arts, which must also fulfill a practical function, such as ceramics or most metalwork. In the aesthetic theories developed in the Italian Renaissance, the supreme art was that which allowed the full expression and display of the artist's imagination without being limited by any practical considerations, such as those involved in the manufacture and decoration of a teapot play a role. Even within the visual arts, there was a hierarchy of genres based on the amount of creative imagination, with history painting being ranked higher than still life. Anyone who has an “insurable interest†in the specified work of art can insure this. The United Kingdom Fine Art Insurance market was valued at USD 378.54 Million in 2020 and is expected to reach USD 627.01 Million by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 6.51% during 2021-2026. May 2021, Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited has announced the launch of its new global brand identity. The company said its new brand emphasised its mission to bring “clarity from complexity,†and represents a milestone in the companyâ€TMs ongoing transformation to become a leading specialty reinsurer. Keep yourself up-to-date with latest market trends and changing dynamics due to COVID Impact and Economic Slowdown globally. Maintain a competitive edge by sizing up with available business opportunity in Fine Art Insurance Market various segments and emerging territory. Influencing Market Trend •Growing Awareness About the Fine Art Insurance Market Drivers •Growing Interest in Art Works Such as Sculptures, Photographs, and Paintings •Rising Emphasis on Art Development Opportunities: •Increasing Number of Investors in Fine Art •Emerging Talents in Art Works Challenges: •Stiff Competition Among the Major Players Analysis by Type (Property Insurance, Title Insurance), Application (Private, Commercial), Damage Covered (Loss of Art, Scratches, Stains), Artwork Type (Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture), End-User (Private Collectors, Art Dealers & Galleries) Have Any Questions Regarding Global Fine Art Insurance Market Report, Ask Our Experts@ https://www.advancemarketanalytics.com/enquiry-before-buy/106165-global-fine-art-insurance-market?utm_source=OpenPR/utm_medium=Rahul The regional analysis of Global Fine Art Insurance Market is considered for the key regions such as Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America and Rest of the World. North America is the leading region across the world. Whereas, owing to rising no. of research activities in countries such as China, India, and Japan, Asia Pacific region is also expected to exhibit higher growth rate the forecast period 2024-2030. October 2021, Tokio Marine Highland, the Chicago-based property and casualty underwriting agency, announced it has launched fine art insurance for personal and commercial risks, which further enhances its suite of specialty risk management solutions. June 2021, Former AXA XL Executive Jonathan Beck and Underwriter Richard Spurrier are set to launch a new Specialty Insurance Cell focused on land-based and maritime Kidnap and Ransom, Fine Art, Jewellery, and Classic Car risks. 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Subscribe to Merca2.0 and access more than 3,500 exclusive articles for subscribers. Subscribe to Merca2.0. recently became a trending topic due to the news of a potential merger with Nissan. The union of both companies could create a massive Japanese automotive cluster. Both brands are among the most recognized worldwide in the vehicle sector. Below, we’ll tell you more about Honda’s history, its most notable achievements, and some key details that have cemented its prestige over the years: The term “Honda” comes from the surname of its founder, Soichiro Honda. In Japanese, this word can be interpreted as “rice field,” a common reference in Japanese culture tied to nature and agricultural productivity. However, in the context of the brand, rather than referring to a literal meaning, it has become a symbol of technological innovation, quality, and reliability in vehicle production. Honda’s motto reflects its philosophy centered on continuous improvement and a commitment to excellence. The brand’s current slogan is “The Power of Dreams.” This motto embodies Soichiro Honda’s vision, who believed in the power of dreams to drive progress. The company has used this slogan as a way to communicate its focus on creating innovative products that enhance people’s lives, leveraging the power of creativity and ambition. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. is a public company, which means it does not have a single “owner” but is owned by numerous shareholders. Honda’s shares are traded on stock exchanges in Tokyo, New York, and other cities around the world. While there is no single majority owner, Honda’s main institutional shareholders include: As for the company’s leadership, the current CEO of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. is Toshihiro Mibe. Honda originates from Japan. It was founded in 1948 in Hamamatsu, a city known for its focus on engineering and innovation. Although it initially focused on manufacturing motorcycles, it quickly expanded into automobile production. Today, Honda has manufacturing plants in various parts of the world, including the United States, Mexico, China, and several European nations. However, Japan remains the heart and birthplace of its business philosophy. The brand boasts a long list of iconic models that have left a mark in the automotive industry. Some of the most notable include: Honda’s luxury brand is Acura, launched in 1986 as a strategy to compete in the premium car segment, primarily in the United States and Canada. Acura is known for offering vehicles with advanced technological features, sophisticated design, and a focus on performance. Determining Honda’s best model can depend on the perspective. However, the Civic is frequently recognized as one of the brand’s best cars due to its combination of efficiency, reliability, and value over time. The Accord is also highly regarded, especially for its durability and interior space. Although both brands belong to the same company, Honda and Acura target different market segments. Honda focuses on offering practical, reliable, and affordable vehicles for the general public, while Acura is positioned as a luxury brand, offering vehicles with higher levels of performance, technology, and refinement. The name “Acura” is derived from the Latin word “acu,” which means “precise” or “accurate.” This name reflects the brand’s commitment to precision in engineering and manufacturing. Cancela en cualquier momento Acceso exclusivo a rankings y radiografías. Análisis profundos y casos de estudio de éxito. Historial de la revista impresa en formato digital. ¡Disfruta de lo mejor del marketing sin costo alguno por unmes!Gaetz withdraws as Trump's pick for attorney general, averting confirmation battle in the Senate
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New York, New York, Nov. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Americans love a great deal, and this has created the phenomena of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Across multiple categories, deals are offered in goods and services over the US Thanksgiving weekend period. But for the Travel industry, moving ahead of either of these days is Travel Tuesday. Data Scientists at Fareportal, the New York-based travel technology company behind leading online travel agencies CheapOair and OneTravel report that in 2023, sales for Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday saw double digit increases as compared to the previous week. However, Travel Tuesday performance outpaced the three-day average by a noteworthy 59%. The CheapOair and OneTravel teams expect this trend to carry over to this year’s activity. Many airlines will be offering the traveling public great deals on airline tickets over the Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Travel Tuesday sales period. Among these CheapOair points to American Airlines, United Airlines, Air France, LATAM Airlines, Volaris, Avianca, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Ryanair, JetBlue, Air India, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Aer Lingus, Norse, French Bee, TAP Air Portugal, Philippine Airlines, Fiji Airways, China Airlines, LOT Polish, Singapore Airlines, NEOS and Sky Airlines as just a small sample of the multiple domestic and international carriers that will be making special offers available to the travel buyer. An article published in early November on the CheapOair Miles Away blog delves into the topic and compares Black Friday to Travel Tuesday through the lens of the overall shopping experience, and that of the travel purchase. Also take a moment to read this Cyber Monday Travel Guide published November 22 nd on CheapOair Miles Away. Sandeep Gill, Fareportal Interim President, comments, “Each year we are thrilled to be able to offer our customers our very best deals in available airfares. As consumer awareness of Travel Tuesday has increased over the years, so too has the airlines’ focus on providing exciting deals over the Thanksgiving weekend period. We expect to be very busy serving our customers’ needs over the next week, and through the busy holiday air travel season!” Consumers can visit CheapOair or OneTravel to sign up for Fare Alerts and get help with air travel inspiration, planning, and booking. About CheapOair CheapOair is an online travel agency that specializes in providing cheap flights and great last-minute flight deals for travelers worldwide. Consumers can book online, on mobile apps, by phone or live chat. Part of the Fareportal family of travel brands, CheapOair bridges the gap between an online travel agency and a traditional agency with certified travel agents available to help find great deals on flight tickets to global destinations on over 500 airlines, a million lodgings, and 100s of car rental companies. Follow CheapOair on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram to learn how to travel the world for less. About Fareportal Fareportal is New York-based travel technology company powering a next generation travel concierge service. Utilizing its innovative technology and company-owned and operated global contact centers, Fareportal has built strong industry partnerships providing customers access to over 500 airlines, a million lodgings, and hundreds of car rental companies around the globe. With a portfolio of consumer travel brands including CheapOair and OneTravel Fareportal enables consumers to book online, on mobile apps for iOS and Android, by phone, or live chat. Fareportal provides its airline partners with access to a broad customer base that books international and domestic flight, lodging, and other travel and add-on ancillaries.Shelia Poole | (TNS) The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ATLANTA — Holidays are a time for families and friends to gather, but for older people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, it can cause so much stress and confusion that they could be in danger of what experts calls wandering. Related Articles Health | Health officials say Louisiana patient is first severe bird flu case in US Health | Health department warnings issued for 9 LA County beaches due to high bacteria levels Health | 2 New York men die after fertilizing marijuana plants with bat poop Health | Weight-loss drug craze appears to be curbing US obesity epidemic Health | What’s behind rising autism rates: A broader definition of autism and better screening “I would say around the holiday time is the biggest challenge for people with dementia,” said Kim Franklin, senior manager of programs and services at the Georgia chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. “Schedules are changing, people are traveling, families are coming together and friends are coming over. There’s a lot of chaos going on and that can cause a person to wander. They want to get away. It’s hard for them to process what’s happening.” The Alzheimer’s Association reports 72% of dementia patients who wander are found alive by the next day. Alerting 911 as soon as the person goes missing is critical. The odds of survival decrease as more time passes. Angel Alonso, president of Georgia Emergency Search and Recovery based in Gwinnett County, said the vast majority — between 60% and 70% — of the 30 to 40 calls the nonprofit received last year involved people with the disease. The GESAR is a volunteer-driven organization that works with law enforcement to find people who have gone missing, including children, people with Alzheimer’s and dementia, and people lost during major disasters. “We get so many Alzheimer’s calls,” said Vice President John Clark, who is also volunteer instructor with the Georgia Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. For caregivers and loved ones, a relative who goes missing is devastating. Two of Clark’s grandparents had dementia, so he gravitated to search and rescue to help other families and caregivers keep their loved ones safe. He’s consulted with police departments across metro Atlanta on the best ways to find people with Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias can cause people to lose their ability to recognize people and places that are familiar. According to the Alzheimer’s Association there are often warning signs that a person might wander. Six in 10 people with dementia will wander during the course of the disease. That includes people returning from a regular walk or drive later than usual. Or they may talk about fulfilling former obligations, such as going to work or talk about going home even when they’re at home. Sometimes they become restless and pace or make repetitive movements. Clark recounted one call for help when a family reported a missing relative, but they insisted she couldn’t have gone far because of a bad knee that limited her to walking no further than the mailbox. Searchers found the missing woman 7 miles from home. Even those who have never shown an interest in wandering might start without warning. Dan Goerke is fortunate. His late wife, Diane, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2012, once went missing from the car of a caregiver. The caregiver had stopped for an errand. Diane had waited alone in cars as people ran errands before. But this time, when the caregiver returned, Diane was gone but her seat belt was still fastened. “It was like she disappeared into thin air,” said Goerke, who said he doesn’t blame the caregiver. Fortunately, she was found uninjured and nearby a short time later that same day. Goerke said it’s hard for caregivers to always be on guard for wandering. “We have so many things to juggle that’s not necessarily at the top of our minds. We have to manage medications, take them to doctor’s appointments, cook meals and taking care of things day to day,” he said. Clark said when searching for someone with dementia, one of the keys is to know what the person was like before their diagnosis. Often their long-term memories are still strong. They once found a woman who walked out of her home and went to where she used to shop and to her old job, although it had closed. Recently, GESAR unveiled a new tool to search for missing people: Maverick. An 8-month-old chocolate Labrador retriever, Maverick is in training to be part of the GESAR search and research team that will track missing people, including wandering dementia patients in metro Atlanta. In cases involving children and people with dementia, a dog’s personality can also be an asset. Labs like Maverick are friendly and affectionate, not imposing or threatening like some other breeds — and less likely to scare the person who is lost. Canines can be used in searches in both rural and urban areas. “He’s an asset,” said Maverick’s handler, Carmen Alonso. “His nose can pick up odors and track where a person has been that we might not think to go that direction.” At the Cobb County Police Department, Public Information Officer Sgt. Eric Smith said if dogs are needed to search for a wanderer they call the sheriff’s department, which has bloodhounds. “They’re not apprehension dogs so there’s little or no likelihood of a bite,” he said. Technology can also help, Smith said. Searchers can use drones and families can install technology on a person’s car to help locate it or use other kinds of trackable devices including on their phone. “We get so many Alzheimer’s calls,” said Clark, who is also a volunteer instructor with the Georgia Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. Most cases they’ve worked on have had favorable results, according to the Georgia Emergency Search and Recovery organization. No two searches are the same, said Sgt. Jeremy Blake of the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office. “When responding to calls for a missing person, the response is different than that of a fleeing suspect,” he wrote in an email. “The K-9s that are used to track missing persons are not trained in the apprehension of suspects. ... Often times, if the K-9 cannot locate the missing person, they can provide officers with a more accurate direction of travel than they may previously had.” Nearly 7 million U.S. residents age 65 and older were living with Alzheimer’s according to the most recent Facts & Figures report . Of those, more than 188,000 Georgians ages 65 and older also have been diagnosed with the disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Association Georgia Chapter. There is a better chance of being found in urban environments because of a higher probability of a “good Samaritan” stepping in. Wanderers may give no forewarning. Often those with memory issues wander away during activities they’ve done safely in the past, such as shopping or sitting on a front porch. Some people who still drive can become disoriented and drive for miles away from home. According to the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office, on average, half the calls for missing persons involve the elderly or someone with disabilities. Call 911 as soon as possible. Have a photograph available for first responders and an article of clothing to provide a scent for search dogs. Sharing what the missing person liked to do in prior years can be a key: Did they have a job they went to every day? Did they like to fish or go to a certain spot? Searchers will need to know the last time the person was seen to help determine how far a person might have wandered. (Source: Alzheimer’s Association and Cobb County Police Department.) ©2024 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Visit at ajc.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
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Bryant defeats Tennessee State 97-85PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 25, 2024-- Kingswood Capital Management, LP (together with its affiliates, “Kingswood”) announced today that it has acquired Identity Theft Guard Solutions, Inc. (“IDX” or the “Company”) from ZeroFox. IDX is a leading cybersecurity breach response platform, providing end-to-end notification, remediation, and digital protection for customers and employees affected by cyber breaches. As part of the transaction, Kingswood has partnered with the Company’s existing management team. Ian Kelly, who will continue to lead the Company as President of IDX, commented, “We look forward to the partnership with Kingswood and believe that with their support we can further accelerate the robust growth we have experienced over the last few years. Our strength in customer service and our ability to quickly scale to manage large breaches already differentiates us from our competition. Through our Partnership with Kingswood, the focus we will gain as an independent company will help us add the incremental services and product features that will most benefit our customers. I am excited for our customers and employees as we embark on this next phase as a company.” Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, IDX was founded in 2003 to help create a safer digital world. Since then, IDX has helped countless organizations – including key government agencies and leading Fortune 500 companies – respond to data breaches. The Company is also trusted by millions of consumers to protect their valuable data and prevent identity theft. IDX’s core breach response business provides response services for data breaches, including notifications to impacted individuals, security call center support, informational webpages, and monitoring and digital protection. The Company’s growing Incident Response business provides consulting and execution services to contain, respond to, and recover from cyberattacks and proactively assess risks. “From its founding, IDX was a pioneer in the rapidly growing breach response market and we are excited to partner with Ian Kelly and the rest of the IDX team to make further investments in the business and continue to grow the company,” said Michael Niegsch, Partner at Kingswood. “This transaction represents Kingswood’s fourth corporate carve-out in the last ten months, demonstrating the faith corporate sellers have in Kingswood as a trusted partner in effectively transitioning divested business units to standalone entities.” PJT Partners served as exclusive financial and capital markets advisor to Kingswood in connection with the transaction. McDermott Will & Emery LLP acted as legal advisor to Kingswood. Evercore and Ropes & Gray LLP advised ZeroFox on the transaction. About IDX IDX was founded in 2003 to help create a safer digital world. Since then, IDX has helped countless organizations – including key government agencies and leading Fortune 500 companies – respond to data breaches. The Company is also trusted by millions of consumers to protect their valuable data and avoid identity theft. For more information, please visit the IDX website at www.idx.us . About Kingswood Capital Management, LP Kingswood Capital Management, LP partners with leading companies in the middle market which stand to benefit from its capital and extensive operating resources. Kingswood embraces complexity and believes it is well-positioned to support businesses at inflection points in their development to enhance value. Based in Los Angeles, Kingswood is a cohesive, entrepreneurial team with a long history of shared success developing “win-win” partnerships with its portfolio companies and management teams. For more information, please visit the Kingswood website at www.kingswood-capital.com . View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241125801334/en/ CONTACT: Shannon Powers media@kingswood-capital.com KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA OREGON INDUSTRY KEYWORD: TECHNOLOGY INTERNET DATA MANAGEMENT SECURITY SOURCE: Kingswood Capital Management, LP Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 11/25/2024 01:36 PM/DISC: 11/25/2024 01:37 PM http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241125801334/en
Green and Jamiel score long TDs and Lehigh rallies to defeat Richmond 20-16 in FCS playoff openerEx-Leafs Defender In Trouble with Player Safety After Applying Choke Hold During AltercationShelia Poole | (TNS) The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ATLANTA — Holidays are a time for families and friends to gather, but for older people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, it can cause so much stress and confusion that they could be in danger of what experts calls wandering. 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It’s hard for them to process what’s happening.” The Alzheimer’s Association reports 72% of dementia patients who wander are found alive by the next day. Alerting 911 as soon as the person goes missing is critical. The odds of survival decrease as more time passes. Angel Alonso, president of Georgia Emergency Search and Recovery based in Gwinnett County, said the vast majority — between 60% and 70% — of the 30 to 40 calls the nonprofit received last year involved people with the disease. The GESAR is a volunteer-driven organization that works with law enforcement to find people who have gone missing, including children, people with Alzheimer’s and dementia, and people lost during major disasters. “We get so many Alzheimer’s calls,” said Vice President John Clark, who is also volunteer instructor with the Georgia Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. For caregivers and loved ones, a relative who goes missing is devastating. Two of Clark’s grandparents had dementia, so he gravitated to search and rescue to help other families and caregivers keep their loved ones safe. He’s consulted with police departments across metro Atlanta on the best ways to find people with Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias can cause people to lose their ability to recognize people and places that are familiar. According to the Alzheimer’s Association there are often warning signs that a person might wander. Six in 10 people with dementia will wander during the course of the disease. That includes people returning from a regular walk or drive later than usual. Or they may talk about fulfilling former obligations, such as going to work or talk about going home even when they’re at home. Sometimes they become restless and pace or make repetitive movements. Clark recounted one call for help when a family reported a missing relative, but they insisted she couldn’t have gone far because of a bad knee that limited her to walking no further than the mailbox. Searchers found the missing woman 7 miles from home. Even those who have never shown an interest in wandering might start without warning. Dan Goerke is fortunate. His late wife, Diane, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2012, once went missing from the car of a caregiver. The caregiver had stopped for an errand. Diane had waited alone in cars as people ran errands before. But this time, when the caregiver returned, Diane was gone but her seat belt was still fastened. “It was like she disappeared into thin air,” said Goerke, who said he doesn’t blame the caregiver. Fortunately, she was found uninjured and nearby a short time later that same day. Goerke said it’s hard for caregivers to always be on guard for wandering. “We have so many things to juggle that’s not necessarily at the top of our minds. We have to manage medications, take them to doctor’s appointments, cook meals and taking care of things day to day,” he said. Clark said when searching for someone with dementia, one of the keys is to know what the person was like before their diagnosis. Often their long-term memories are still strong. They once found a woman who walked out of her home and went to where she used to shop and to her old job, although it had closed. Recently, GESAR unveiled a new tool to search for missing people: Maverick. An 8-month-old chocolate Labrador retriever, Maverick is in training to be part of the GESAR search and research team that will track missing people, including wandering dementia patients in metro Atlanta. In cases involving children and people with dementia, a dog’s personality can also be an asset. Labs like Maverick are friendly and affectionate, not imposing or threatening like some other breeds — and less likely to scare the person who is lost. Canines can be used in searches in both rural and urban areas. “He’s an asset,” said Maverick’s handler, Carmen Alonso. “His nose can pick up odors and track where a person has been that we might not think to go that direction.” At the Cobb County Police Department, Public Information Officer Sgt. Eric Smith said if dogs are needed to search for a wanderer they call the sheriff’s department, which has bloodhounds. “They’re not apprehension dogs so there’s little or no likelihood of a bite,” he said. Technology can also help, Smith said. Searchers can use drones and families can install technology on a person’s car to help locate it or use other kinds of trackable devices including on their phone. “We get so many Alzheimer’s calls,” said Clark, who is also a volunteer instructor with the Georgia Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. Most cases they’ve worked on have had favorable results, according to the Georgia Emergency Search and Recovery organization. No two searches are the same, said Sgt. Jeremy Blake of the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office. “When responding to calls for a missing person, the response is different than that of a fleeing suspect,” he wrote in an email. “The K-9s that are used to track missing persons are not trained in the apprehension of suspects. ... Often times, if the K-9 cannot locate the missing person, they can provide officers with a more accurate direction of travel than they may previously had.” Nearly 7 million U.S. residents age 65 and older were living with Alzheimer’s according to the most recent Facts & Figures report . Of those, more than 188,000 Georgians ages 65 and older also have been diagnosed with the disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Association Georgia Chapter. There is a better chance of being found in urban environments because of a higher probability of a “good Samaritan” stepping in. Wanderers may give no forewarning. Often those with memory issues wander away during activities they’ve done safely in the past, such as shopping or sitting on a front porch. Some people who still drive can become disoriented and drive for miles away from home. According to the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office, on average, half the calls for missing persons involve the elderly or someone with disabilities. Call 911 as soon as possible. Have a photograph available for first responders and an article of clothing to provide a scent for search dogs. Sharing what the missing person liked to do in prior years can be a key: Did they have a job they went to every day? Did they like to fish or go to a certain spot? Searchers will need to know the last time the person was seen to help determine how far a person might have wandered. (Source: Alzheimer’s Association and Cobb County Police Department.) ©2024 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Visit at ajc.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.