HERMISTON, Ore., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ –How do I talk to my parents about assisted living? For many adult children, beginning this conversation can be one of the most emotionally charged parts of planning elder care. Matt Clinton of Sun Terrace Hermiston shares advice in a thoughtful HelloNation article, helping families approach this topic with clarity, respect, and compassion.

Clinton recommends initiating the conversation early, before a health crisis forces quick decisions. By choosing a calm, private moment to begin the discussion, adult children can create space for open, pressure-free dialogue. Rather than focusing on what a parent might be losing, Clinton suggests highlighting what assisted living can offer, such as daily support, relief from chores, and stronger social connections, all without sacrificing autonomy.

Respect is essential to making progress. Clinton advises listening carefully and reflecting on your parents’ concerns without rushing to fix anything. The process should be collaborative, with parents feeling like partners in shaping their future, not recipients of a pre-made decision. Visiting local communities together can help ease anxieties and show what life in assisted living actually looks like.

If family members disagree or the conversation becomes difficult, Clinton suggests involving a neutral professional, such as a geriatric care manager or healthcare provider, to offer perspective. These third parties can help keep the conversation focused on safety and well-being. Above all, Clinton stresses the importance of reinforcing your parents’ sense of control and choice throughout the process.

“How to Approach the Conversation About Assisted Living with Your Parents” features insights from Matt Clinton, Senior Living Expert of Hermiston, Oregon, in HelloNation.

About HelloNation
HelloNation is a premier media platform that connects readers with trusted professionals and businesses across various industries. Through its innovative “edvertising” approach that blends educational content and storytelling, HelloNation delivers expert-driven articles that inform, inspire, and empower. Covering topics from home improvement and health to business strategy and lifestyle, HelloNation highlights leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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HERMISTON, Ore., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ –How do I talk to my parents about assisted living? For many adult children, beginning this conversation can be one of the most emotionally charged parts of planning elder care. Matt Clinton of Sun Terrace Hermiston shares advice in a thoughtful HelloNation article, helping families approach this topic with clarity, respect, and compassion.

Clinton recommends initiating the conversation early, before a health crisis forces quick decisions. By choosing a calm, private moment to begin the discussion, adult children can create space for open, pressure-free dialogue. Rather than focusing on what a parent might be losing, Clinton suggests highlighting what assisted living can offer, such as daily support, relief from chores, and stronger social connections, all without sacrificing autonomy.

Respect is essential to making progress. Clinton advises listening carefully and reflecting on your parents’ concerns without rushing to fix anything. The process should be collaborative, with parents feeling like partners in shaping their future, not recipients of a pre-made decision. Visiting local communities together can help ease anxieties and show what life in assisted living actually looks like.

If family members disagree or the conversation becomes difficult, Clinton suggests involving a neutral professional, such as a geriatric care manager or healthcare provider, to offer perspective. These third parties can help keep the conversation focused on safety and well-being. Above all, Clinton stresses the importance of reinforcing your parents’ sense of control and choice throughout the process.

“How to Approach the Conversation About Assisted Living with Your Parents” features insights from Matt Clinton, Senior Living Expert of Hermiston, Oregon, in HelloNation.

About HelloNation
HelloNation is a premier media platform that connects readers with trusted professionals and businesses across various industries. Through its innovative “edvertising” approach that blends educational content and storytelling, HelloNation delivers expert-driven articles that inform, inspire, and empower. Covering topics from home improvement and health to business strategy and lifestyle, HelloNation highlights leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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SOURCE HelloNation

HERMISTON, Ore., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ –How do I talk to my parents about assisted living? For many adult children, beginning this conversation can be one of the most emotionally charged parts of planning elder care. Matt Clinton of Sun Terrace Hermiston shares advice in a thoughtful HelloNation article, helping families approach this topic with clarity, respect, and compassion.

Clinton recommends initiating the conversation early, before a health crisis forces quick decisions. By choosing a calm, private moment to begin the discussion, adult children can create space for open, pressure-free dialogue. Rather than focusing on what a parent might be losing, Clinton suggests highlighting what assisted living can offer, such as daily support, relief from chores, and stronger social connections, all without sacrificing autonomy.

Respect is essential to making progress. Clinton advises listening carefully and reflecting on your parents’ concerns without rushing to fix anything. The process should be collaborative, with parents feeling like partners in shaping their future, not recipients of a pre-made decision. Visiting local communities together can help ease anxieties and show what life in assisted living actually looks like.

If family members disagree or the conversation becomes difficult, Clinton suggests involving a neutral professional, such as a geriatric care manager or healthcare provider, to offer perspective. These third parties can help keep the conversation focused on safety and well-being. Above all, Clinton stresses the importance of reinforcing your parents’ sense of control and choice throughout the process.

“How to Approach the Conversation About Assisted Living with Your Parents” features insights from Matt Clinton, Senior Living Expert of Hermiston, Oregon, in HelloNation.

About HelloNation
HelloNation is a premier media platform that connects readers with trusted professionals and businesses across various industries. Through its innovative “edvertising” approach that blends educational content and storytelling, HelloNation delivers expert-driven articles that inform, inspire, and empower. Covering topics from home improvement and health to business strategy and lifestyle, HelloNation highlights leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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“Powered by People, Engineered for the Future” reflects measurable progress in safety, environmental performance, and manufacturing workforce investment

CHICAGO, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — S&C Electric Company, a leading innovator of resilient grid technology, today published its 2025 Sustainability Report. Across the organization, S&C improved employee safety and reduced its environmental footprint while investing in product quality, reliability, and lifecycle sustainability.

“The work we do matters. Designing and supporting resilient infrastructure keeps power flowing to homes, hospitals, businesses, and communities,” said Anders Sjoelin, President and CEO of S&C Electric Company. “We are proud of keeping our grid, our communities, and our company resilient and reliable. By leading with safety and quality and by investing in our team members, we can continue to empower people to transform the grid.”

Key 2025 highlights:

  • Reduced global safety incidents by 15% and lowered DART rate by nearly 20%
  • Diverted 96.7% of global operational waste from landfills
  • Reduced water use by two million gallons across operations
  • Completed nearly 46,000 hours of team member training globally

S&C also continued to invest in building long-term careers in manufacturing and across the organization. In 2025, team members received reimbursements totaling more than $550,000 for external education and workforce development. Through these investments, the company is strengthening career pathways, developing technical expertise, and preparing the next generation of manufacturing and engineering talent.

Read the 2025 S&C Sustainability Report here

About S&C Electric Company
For over a century, S&C Electric Company has redefined safe and reliable electricity distribution. Building on its legacy of caring for team members, excellent customer service, and technology leadership, the company continues to deliver innovative solutions for a safer, more reliable, and resilient electrical grid. With a vision for an outage-free, sustainable energy future, S&C’s global workforce focuses on safety, quality, and empowering the transformation of the grid. Learn more at www.sandc.com.

Media Contact:

Laura Patrick, S&C Electric Company

585.953.0111, Laura.Patrick@sandc.com

 

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“Powered by People, Engineered for the Future” reflects measurable progress in safety, environmental performance, and manufacturing workforce investment

CHICAGO, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — S&C Electric Company, a leading innovator of resilient grid technology, today published its 2025 Sustainability Report. Across the organization, S&C improved employee safety and reduced its environmental footprint while investing in product quality, reliability, and lifecycle sustainability.

“The work we do matters. Designing and supporting resilient infrastructure keeps power flowing to homes, hospitals, businesses, and communities,” said Anders Sjoelin, President and CEO of S&C Electric Company. “We are proud of keeping our grid, our communities, and our company resilient and reliable. By leading with safety and quality and by investing in our team members, we can continue to empower people to transform the grid.”

Key 2025 highlights:

  • Reduced global safety incidents by 15% and lowered DART rate by nearly 20%
  • Diverted 96.7% of global operational waste from landfills
  • Reduced water use by two million gallons across operations
  • Completed nearly 46,000 hours of team member training globally

S&C also continued to invest in building long-term careers in manufacturing and across the organization. In 2025, team members received reimbursements totaling more than $550,000 for external education and workforce development. Through these investments, the company is strengthening career pathways, developing technical expertise, and preparing the next generation of manufacturing and engineering talent.

Read the 2025 S&C Sustainability Report here

About S&C Electric Company
For over a century, S&C Electric Company has redefined safe and reliable electricity distribution. Building on its legacy of caring for team members, excellent customer service, and technology leadership, the company continues to deliver innovative solutions for a safer, more reliable, and resilient electrical grid. With a vision for an outage-free, sustainable energy future, S&C’s global workforce focuses on safety, quality, and empowering the transformation of the grid. Learn more at www.sandc.com.

Media Contact:

Laura Patrick, S&C Electric Company

585.953.0111, Laura.Patrick@sandc.com

 

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“Powered by People, Engineered for the Future” reflects measurable progress in safety, environmental performance, and manufacturing workforce investment

CHICAGO, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — S&C Electric Company, a leading innovator of resilient grid technology, today published its 2025 Sustainability Report. Across the organization, S&C improved employee safety and reduced its environmental footprint while investing in product quality, reliability, and lifecycle sustainability.

“The work we do matters. Designing and supporting resilient infrastructure keeps power flowing to homes, hospitals, businesses, and communities,” said Anders Sjoelin, President and CEO of S&C Electric Company. “We are proud of keeping our grid, our communities, and our company resilient and reliable. By leading with safety and quality and by investing in our team members, we can continue to empower people to transform the grid.”

Key 2025 highlights:

  • Reduced global safety incidents by 15% and lowered DART rate by nearly 20%
  • Diverted 96.7% of global operational waste from landfills
  • Reduced water use by two million gallons across operations
  • Completed nearly 46,000 hours of team member training globally

S&C also continued to invest in building long-term careers in manufacturing and across the organization. In 2025, team members received reimbursements totaling more than $550,000 for external education and workforce development. Through these investments, the company is strengthening career pathways, developing technical expertise, and preparing the next generation of manufacturing and engineering talent.

Read the 2025 S&C Sustainability Report here

About S&C Electric Company
For over a century, S&C Electric Company has redefined safe and reliable electricity distribution. Building on its legacy of caring for team members, excellent customer service, and technology leadership, the company continues to deliver innovative solutions for a safer, more reliable, and resilient electrical grid. With a vision for an outage-free, sustainable energy future, S&C’s global workforce focuses on safety, quality, and empowering the transformation of the grid. Learn more at www.sandc.com.

Media Contact:

Laura Patrick, S&C Electric Company

585.953.0111, Laura.Patrick@sandc.com

 

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“Powered by People, Engineered for the Future” reflects measurable progress in safety, environmental performance, and manufacturing workforce investment

CHICAGO, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — S&C Electric Company, a leading innovator of resilient grid technology, today published its 2025 Sustainability Report. Across the organization, S&C improved employee safety and reduced its environmental footprint while investing in product quality, reliability, and lifecycle sustainability.

“The work we do matters. Designing and supporting resilient infrastructure keeps power flowing to homes, hospitals, businesses, and communities,” said Anders Sjoelin, President and CEO of S&C Electric Company. “We are proud of keeping our grid, our communities, and our company resilient and reliable. By leading with safety and quality and by investing in our team members, we can continue to empower people to transform the grid.”

Key 2025 highlights:

  • Reduced global safety incidents by 15% and lowered DART rate by nearly 20%
  • Diverted 96.7% of global operational waste from landfills
  • Reduced water use by two million gallons across operations
  • Completed nearly 46,000 hours of team member training globally

S&C also continued to invest in building long-term careers in manufacturing and across the organization. In 2025, team members received reimbursements totaling more than $550,000 for external education and workforce development. Through these investments, the company is strengthening career pathways, developing technical expertise, and preparing the next generation of manufacturing and engineering talent.

Read the 2025 S&C Sustainability Report here

About S&C Electric Company
For over a century, S&C Electric Company has redefined safe and reliable electricity distribution. Building on its legacy of caring for team members, excellent customer service, and technology leadership, the company continues to deliver innovative solutions for a safer, more reliable, and resilient electrical grid. With a vision for an outage-free, sustainable energy future, S&C’s global workforce focuses on safety, quality, and empowering the transformation of the grid. Learn more at www.sandc.com.

Media Contact:

Laura Patrick, S&C Electric Company

585.953.0111, Laura.Patrick@sandc.com

 

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BRIDGEPORT, Conn., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Tradebe Environmental Services and the City of Bridgeport proudly partnered to celebrate Earth Day 2026 with a day of community engagement, environmental stewardship, and local support initiatives across the city.

As part of the celebration, Tradebe hosted an open house at its facility located at 50 Cross Street, welcoming community members to learn more about its operations and environmental services. Attendees enjoyed a family-friendly atmosphere with complimentary hot dogs and hamburgers served throughout the event.

In collaboration with city officials and volunteers, Tradebe also participated in a citywide cleanup effort, helping to beautify neighborhoods and reinforce a shared commitment to keeping Bridgeport clean and sustainable.

Continuing its focus on long-term environmental impact, Tradebe partnered with the City to plant four trees near local Bridgeport schools, contributing to greener spaces for students and the surrounding community.

In addition to these efforts, Tradebe demonstrated its commitment to local youth by donating $2,500 to the Bridgeport Police Cadet Program, which provides mentorship, leadership development, and positive opportunities for young people in the city. This is the second investment in the Cadet Program by Tradebe.

“Earth Day is about more than just recognizing the environment—it’s about taking meaningful action in our communities where our employees live, work and play,” said Oriol Mateu, CEO of Tradebe Environmental Services US. “We’re proud to partner with the City of Bridgeport to support environmental initiatives and invest in the next generation.”

“We’re grateful for the continued support of the cadets program, which provides young people with meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and develop as individuals. Initiatives like this help shape the next generation of leaders and strengthen our community for the future,” said Chief Roderick Porter, Bridgeport Police.

Tradebe and the City of Bridgeport look forward to continuing their partnership and building on this year’s successful Earth Day celebration.

About Tradebe | Tradebe is a business group with more than 40 years of experience, committed to sustainability and people’s well-being. Its activities are structured around four main business areas: Environmental Services, protecting the planet through the recycling and reuse of waste and by-products; Life Sciences, advancing the circular economy through the purification and production of essential ingredients; Health & Nutrition, transforming nutritional ingredients into well-being; and Port Services, focused on the safe and efficient storage of liquid bulk.

Contact: Richard Bamberger | rich@bv-strategies.com| 917-662-8370
Adriana Blasco Cuevas | Adriana.blasco@tradebe.com

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SOURCE Tradebe

BRIDGEPORT, Conn., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Tradebe Environmental Services and the City of Bridgeport proudly partnered to celebrate Earth Day 2026 with a day of community engagement, environmental stewardship, and local support initiatives across the city.

As part of the celebration, Tradebe hosted an open house at its facility located at 50 Cross Street, welcoming community members to learn more about its operations and environmental services. Attendees enjoyed a family-friendly atmosphere with complimentary hot dogs and hamburgers served throughout the event.

In collaboration with city officials and volunteers, Tradebe also participated in a citywide cleanup effort, helping to beautify neighborhoods and reinforce a shared commitment to keeping Bridgeport clean and sustainable.

Continuing its focus on long-term environmental impact, Tradebe partnered with the City to plant four trees near local Bridgeport schools, contributing to greener spaces for students and the surrounding community.

In addition to these efforts, Tradebe demonstrated its commitment to local youth by donating $2,500 to the Bridgeport Police Cadet Program, which provides mentorship, leadership development, and positive opportunities for young people in the city. This is the second investment in the Cadet Program by Tradebe.

“Earth Day is about more than just recognizing the environment—it’s about taking meaningful action in our communities where our employees live, work and play,” said Oriol Mateu, CEO of Tradebe Environmental Services US. “We’re proud to partner with the City of Bridgeport to support environmental initiatives and invest in the next generation.”

“We’re grateful for the continued support of the cadets program, which provides young people with meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and develop as individuals. Initiatives like this help shape the next generation of leaders and strengthen our community for the future,” said Chief Roderick Porter, Bridgeport Police.

Tradebe and the City of Bridgeport look forward to continuing their partnership and building on this year’s successful Earth Day celebration.

About Tradebe | Tradebe is a business group with more than 40 years of experience, committed to sustainability and people’s well-being. Its activities are structured around four main business areas: Environmental Services, protecting the planet through the recycling and reuse of waste and by-products; Life Sciences, advancing the circular economy through the purification and production of essential ingredients; Health & Nutrition, transforming nutritional ingredients into well-being; and Port Services, focused on the safe and efficient storage of liquid bulk.

Contact: Richard Bamberger | rich@bv-strategies.com| 917-662-8370
Adriana Blasco Cuevas | Adriana.blasco@tradebe.com

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SOURCE Tradebe

BRIDGEPORT, Conn., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Tradebe Environmental Services and the City of Bridgeport proudly partnered to celebrate Earth Day 2026 with a day of community engagement, environmental stewardship, and local support initiatives across the city.

As part of the celebration, Tradebe hosted an open house at its facility located at 50 Cross Street, welcoming community members to learn more about its operations and environmental services. Attendees enjoyed a family-friendly atmosphere with complimentary hot dogs and hamburgers served throughout the event.

In collaboration with city officials and volunteers, Tradebe also participated in a citywide cleanup effort, helping to beautify neighborhoods and reinforce a shared commitment to keeping Bridgeport clean and sustainable.

Continuing its focus on long-term environmental impact, Tradebe partnered with the City to plant four trees near local Bridgeport schools, contributing to greener spaces for students and the surrounding community.

In addition to these efforts, Tradebe demonstrated its commitment to local youth by donating $2,500 to the Bridgeport Police Cadet Program, which provides mentorship, leadership development, and positive opportunities for young people in the city. This is the second investment in the Cadet Program by Tradebe.

“Earth Day is about more than just recognizing the environment—it’s about taking meaningful action in our communities where our employees live, work and play,” said Oriol Mateu, CEO of Tradebe Environmental Services US. “We’re proud to partner with the City of Bridgeport to support environmental initiatives and invest in the next generation.”

“We’re grateful for the continued support of the cadets program, which provides young people with meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and develop as individuals. Initiatives like this help shape the next generation of leaders and strengthen our community for the future,” said Chief Roderick Porter, Bridgeport Police.

Tradebe and the City of Bridgeport look forward to continuing their partnership and building on this year’s successful Earth Day celebration.

About Tradebe | Tradebe is a business group with more than 40 years of experience, committed to sustainability and people’s well-being. Its activities are structured around four main business areas: Environmental Services, protecting the planet through the recycling and reuse of waste and by-products; Life Sciences, advancing the circular economy through the purification and production of essential ingredients; Health & Nutrition, transforming nutritional ingredients into well-being; and Port Services, focused on the safe and efficient storage of liquid bulk.

Contact: Richard Bamberger | rich@bv-strategies.com| 917-662-8370
Adriana Blasco Cuevas | Adriana.blasco@tradebe.com

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