- May 4, 2024
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Also: Hospital focuses on integrated patient care and funds available for solar energy
Pearls International closes Ormond location
The Ormond Beach location of Pearls International Jewelers on Granada Blvd. closed on May 10, but they aren’t far away. Pearls International still offers jewelry, repair, and custom design at the other store located at 3114 S. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach Shores.
Owners Jim and Marty Stradley have decided to focus more their successful Pearl Parties division, according to jewelry designer Sophie Montee, who will remain with the company.
Call 767-3473 or visit pearlsinternational.com.
Hospital reaches out to community
Jill Piazza, of Ormond Beach, has been selected to serve as the vice president of care integration for the five Florida Hospitals in Volusia and Flagler counties.
The hospital system has been shifting from an “admission to discharge” system of care to “cradle to grave” according to a spokeswoman. Examples of the initiative include the health plan Florida Hospital Care Advantage, the care management program Florida Hospital Community Care and outpatient facilities such as Florida Hospital CentraCare.
Piazza will be responsible for care management, continuum of care integration, and community health needs. She will ensure the various parts of the system become connected and work together.
Piazza, a physical therapist, has been with the Florida Hospital organization for nearly 13 years and most recently served as the assistant vice president of health promotion and wellness.
Piazza is a board member of the United Way of Volusia/Flagler, One Voice for Volusia, and the Fun Coast Worksite Wellness Council.
Solar grant money available
First GREEN Bank has announced that it hopes to donate approximately $20,000 in energy grants by the end of 2015. The bank’s foundation averages approximately 29 solar grants per year, ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 for solar panels and $500 for solar water heaters. The bank, located at 175 W. Granada Blvd., also offers solar panel financing options for residential and commercial customers.
The foundation is currently accepting applications. Visit firstgreenbank.com.
Peninsula Research cuts ribbon
The Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce participated in a ribbon cutting April 28 for Peninsula Research. Angel Ribo, president and CEO, and his team treated guests to a tour of the facility located at 305 Clyde Morris Blvd., Suite 220. Peninsula Research is a research facility that collaborates with a network of experienced clinical research physicians.
