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ABERDEEN, Md., Jan. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On February 2nd, Monarc LLC officially launches its website, monarcmd.org introducing a first-of-its-kind model where a nonprofit serving people with disabilities directly provides specialized mental health therapy. Monarc LLC at The Arc NCR is filling in the gap in the mental health care system. Monarc LLC, is a new integrated mental health and wellness practice created by The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region (The Arc NCR), which quietly began accepting patients in the Fall of 2025. Success stories from the treatment are already being shared. Joyce, a seven-year-old with autism has already made improvements…

Social Security payments are typically distributed on the same schedule each month, based on the beneficiary’s birth date. Supplemental Security Income payments for February will be issued on January 30. The Social Security Administration distributes benefits to more than 74 million people each month. Here is when to expect yours in February. Payments are primarily distributed according to beneficiaries’ birth dates. The exception is those who began receiving retirement, spousal, or survivor benefits before May 1997, who typically receive their payments on the 3rd of every month. Since Social Security beneficiaries are on a fixed income, so knowing when their…

The three-day health conference celebrated Dr. Evette Rose for developing trauma-informed practices and integrative mental health frameworks internationally.Dubai, United Arab Emirates, January 30, 2026 — Dr. Evette Rose, Psychologist and Founder of Metapsychology Coaching™, was honored with the “Excellence in Healthcare Award” at the Health 2.0 Conference. The three-day international health conference was held from December 8–10, 2025, at the InterContinental DFC in Dubai. The recognition acknowledges her distinguished efforts in shaping trauma-informed practices, advancing mind–body therapeutic methodologies, and expanding access to holistic mental health interventions across diverse populations worldwide.Dr. Evette Rose is a psychologist, PhD, MBA, author of 19…

– credit ARC In southeast Missouri, the nonprofit Animal Rescue Corps helped save a pregnant female dog along with 17 others from the snow and freezing temperatures that battered so much of the United States. Safe and warm at their rescue center outside Nashville, the ARC staff helped her welcome a litter of 9 adorable puppies into the world. According to ARC, following a call in Doniphan, Missouri, their responders found several adult dogs chained up and multiple litters of puppies roaming freely on the property. This is not a criminal case, says ARC Executive Director and finalist for the…

For people with multiple sclerosis (MS), difficulty walking is not just about physical limitations. It is also shaped by emotions, social interactions, and how easily people can take part in everyday life, a review study found. The findings highlight the many factors that can negatively affect walking in MS, and the need for broader efforts to improve accessibility and awareness across society. “There is a need for enhanced advocacy efforts that extend beyond infrastructure, targeting the immediate social networks and broader communities of individuals with MS,” researchers wrote. “Research is pivotal in recognising emotion and mindset as central, not peripheral,…

What’s the story Wildflower pressing is a simple yet effective self-care technique that connects you to nature. It involves collecting wildflowers and pressing them between the pages of a book or a dedicated press. This practice not only preserves the beauty of flowers but also provides a calming activity that can reduce stress and enhance mindfulness. By engaging in wildflower pressing, you can cultivate patience, creativity, and an appreciation for the natural world. Selecting the right flowers Choosing the right flowers is key to successful pressing. Pick flowers that are flat and not too thick, as they dry out better.…

Health and fitness play a vital role in the overall development of students, especially during early childhood. Nurturing the well-being of young children through gentle activities helps build physical strength, emotional balance, and mental clarity. These early habits lay the foundation for a healthy lifestyle that can continue well into adulthood. For young students, fitness does not mean intense exercise or competition. Simple activities such as stretching, walking, light games, and playful movement are effective ways to keep their bodies active while ensuring safety. These gentle forms of movement improve flexibility, coordination, and posture, while also supporting healthy growth. Regular…

The government is taxing more income.Social Security changes over time, including in 2026. With the new year underway, it’s worth looking at a big shift in Social Security taxes that affects anyone who earns less than $184,500 annually. Here’s the big change that happened and how it affects workers. Image source: Getty Images. This Social Security change affects you if your income is under $184,500 The change that affects most current workers has to do with the wage base limit. That’s the annual limit that caps how much income is subject to Social Security tax. In 2025, the wage base…

The opera just got a whole lot more inclusive for deaf and hard of hearing audience members at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. This is thanks to a pilot program to bring the SoundShirt to opera lovers: a device worn as a jacket that’s equipped with 16 haptic actuators that transmit sound from the stage into pulses, vibrations, and other sensations.While the Lyric has championed accessibility measures like performances with American Sign Language interpretation, projected subtitles, and assisted listening devices, as well as Braille and large-print programs, audio-described performances, and pre-performance “touch tours,” the SoundShirt brings a newfound innovation to the…

As human beings, we are blessed with the incredible ability to dream. Our dreams ignite our passions, give us purpose, and propel us forward on the path to success. However, along this journey, we often bump up against thoughts that can sabotage our dreams and hinder our progress. These negative thoughts, if left unchecked, can become powerful obstacles that prevent us from achieving our full potential. I can definitely relate to this. As an aspiring writer, self-doubt once led me to miss a deadline for a prestigious writing competition. Believing my work wasn’t worthy sabotaged my chance for success. Recognizing…