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Support for Hurricane Victims: Credible Non-Profits Making a Difference

ISSA Staff — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 13:26:00 +0000

In the wake of devastating hurricanes, the need for effective disaster relief and support for victims is more critical than ever. Numerous credible non-profit organizations are on the frontlines, delivering aid, comfort, and essential resources to those affected. Below, we highlight some of these organizations and the remarkable work they are doing to help hurricane ...

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House Cleaning that’s good for the soul

Bryan N — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 19:41:06 +0000

Every bit of energy counts for those battling cancer, so it stands to reason cleaning their home is not high on the priority list. But that doesn’t mean they can’t have a clean house, thanks to 4 Senses House Cleaning. In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, owners Mariusz Zalesski and Ewa Pluciennik ...

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Orchid Maids Cleaning Service Joins Forces With Cleaning for a Reason

Bryan N — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 19:37:39 +0000

Orchid Maids, a reputable Norwich-based cleaning provider is excited to announce its collaboration with Cleaning for a Reason, a nonprofit organization dedicated to offering free house cleaning to cancer patients. This partnership is part of the company’s commitment to give back to the Norwich community by easing the burden on those undergoing cancer treatment. Cleaning ...

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‘Hops for Hope’ Raises Money for Cancer Patients Support

Bryan N — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 19:32:54 +0000

Home Sweet Home Cleaning and Gardening LLC, in conjunction with Cleaning for a Reason, held its third annual Hops For Hope fundraiser on Sunday afternoon at the Woodland Farm Brewery in Marcy. Cleaning for a Reason is a national nonprofit organization that provides free home cleaning services for patients who are being treated for cancer—including ...

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Universal Bathroom Cleaner Challenge Brief

Bryan N — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 16:35:50 +0000

Universal Bathroom Cleaner Challenge Brief What we’re looking for We aim to make bathroom cleaning easier and simpler, so we want a cleaning agent that can do it all! We're looking for one product that can remove all stains and odors in the bathroom. Conventional cleaners usually tackle different jobs with different formulas: mold stains ...

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IICRC Participates in Virtual Roundtable Regarding the State of Military Housing

Bryan N — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 15:24:18 +0000

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC) was invited to and participated in a virtual roundtable to discuss the state of military housing. The event, hosted by the nonprofit, Better Homes for Heroes, convened a group of key stakeholders to try and help shed light on the pressing issues facing U.S. service members ...

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SC Johnson Professional Opens Registration for Annual Happy Hands Contest

Bryan N — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:49:08 +0000

On your marks, get set, create! Registration for the SC Johnson Professional Happy Hands dispenser design contest is now open. The annual contest allows students in grades K-12 to explore their creative side while helping them understand the importance of regular hand washing and sanitizing in schools. The contest features two categories: elementary school (grades ...

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EPA Publishes New Resources on Bilingual Pesticide Labeling

Bryan N — Tue, 27 Aug 2024 17:13:54 +0000

The Pesticide Registration Improvement Act of 2022 (PRIA 5) requires the safety and health portions of pesticide product labels to be translated into Spanish. Spanish is the primary language for most American farmworkers. This effort advances environmental justice by making health and safety information on pesticide labels more accessible, fostering better understanding and compliance with ...

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IICRC Seeks Volunteers for Standards’ Revisions – IICRC S100 and IICRC S220

Bryan N — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 15:10:24 +0000

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) is seeking volunteers to serve on consensus bodies for the development of two revised Standards: IICRC S100 Standard for Professional Cleaning of Textile Floor Coverings; and IICRC S220 Standard for Hard Surface Floor Covering Inspection. For those interested in serving on either the IICRC S100 or ...

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Forging Cancer Connections Through Cleaning

Lucy Lee — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 18:31:06 +0000

From house cleaning to heartfelt connections: one volunteer’s journey Kathleen Albertson, a Philadelphia native, has woven compassion into the fabric of her community. Surviving domestic abuse fueled her commitment to women’s issues, inspiring her unwavering pledge to support those in need. “As I got better, I swore I would never not help someone in need,” ...

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