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Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Maxwell TEC Unveils Enhanced nanaCONNECT Patient Communication Platform and New Module, REACH
SHOREVIEW, Minn., July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Maxwell TEC today unveiled strategic enhancements to its modular patient communication platform, newly rebranded to nanaCONNECT. Redesigned for a more seamless and scalable experience, nanaCONNECT strengthens how care-at-home providers communicate with patients and families across the care continuum. The platform's latest update introduces streamlined, rebranded modules, making it easier for providers to adopt and navigate—and expands its functionality with the launch of a new module: REACH, designed to support patients after discharge. "nanaCONNECT enables providers to stay meaningfully connected with patients and families, even as demands grow across home health, hospice, and care at home," said Scott Beard, Chief Strategy Officer at Maxwell TEC. "With our refreshed platform and expanded capabilities, communication is simpler, smarter, and more aligned with the entire patient care lifecycle." nanaCONNECT utilizes customizable, text-based communication to deliver timely, relevant messages that keep patients informed, engaged, and supported—from the first visit to final check-in. The platform contains four modules that offer meaningful touchpoints throughout the patient care journey: NOTIFY (formerly NOTIFYnana): Welcomes patients to service and keeps patients informed with real-time caregiver arrival alerts, appointment confirmations, and the ability to provide feedback through visit surveys. ENGAGE (formerly nanaCONNECT): Delivers daily check-ins and simple satisfaction surveys to stay engaged with patients' well-being in real time. REACH: Strengthens post-discharge instructions and workflows with relevant, personalized support and resources that guide recovery and promote successful care outcomes. BEREAVE (formerly nanaBEREAVEMENT): Modernizes paper-based hospice bereavement processes and offers families personalized, compassionate grief support powered by AI-driven risk insights. nanaCONNECT's newest module, REACH, addresses a critical gap in the continuity of care: post-discharge guidance. Through automated, customizable text messages, REACH helps agencies maintain regular touchpoints that support recovery, deliver helpful resources, and keep patients on track without adding to staff workload. "REACH helps providers stay in touch with their discharged patients after the in-person care ends," said Andrew O'Connell, Director of Product at Maxwell TEC. "We developed our latest nanaCONNECT module to give care teams a simple, scalable way to guide recovery without increasing manual workload, keeping care agencies top of mind, improving follow-through, and fostering better outcomes." Across all modules, the nanaCONNECT platform offers comprehensive features, including: Daily, customizable SMS messages tailored to patient needs and care milestones Real-time dashboard insights to monitor engagement and identify patients who need immediate attention Scalable communication workflows that reduce manual effort, improve care consistency, and boost patient outcomes Easy implementation with familiar, user-friendly text-based messages and no app downloads required The launch of the reimagined nanaCONNECT platform builds on Maxwell TEC's recent rebrand and renewed mission to empower care-at-home providers through technology and strategic solutions. To learn more about Maxwell TEC's expanding suite of tech-enabled products or schedule a demo, visit or contact sales@ About Maxwell TEC Maxwell TEC enables care at home through technology and strategic solutions, blending decades of clinical expertise with innovative approaches designed to empower people and processes. With a suite of tech-enabled products, data-driven solutions, and consulting services, Maxwell TEC equips care providers with the tools and strategies necessary for success in the digital era. Learn more at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Maxwell TEC Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Scoop
02-07-2025
- Scoop
Freemans Bay Homicide: Charge Laid As Enquiries Continue
A woman will appear in court in connection with an investigation underway into the discovery of human remains in Freemans Bay on Tuesday. Police have been investigating since officers located the body of a newborn baby in a wheelie bin outside an address on Renall Street. Detective Inspector Scott Beard, of Auckland City CIB, says a 32-year-old woman is expected to appear in court. 'At this stage we have charged the woman with interfering with human remains, and she is due to appear in the Auckland District Court,' he says. 'We believe this appearance will be via audio-visual link. 'A post-mortem examination was carried out on the baby yesterday, the results of which are still pending. 'We are conscious that this is a very delicate situation, and we are ensuring there is support in place for the woman.' Cordons around Renall Street have since been stood down. Detective Inspector Beard says Police are still carrying out enquiries at a specific property on the street. 'Our enquiries remain ongoing and it will take some time for a thorough investigation to be completed,' he says. 'We are continuing to ask for those in the community that might have information or CCTV footage that could assist us to get in touch.' Anyone with information can update Police online now or call 105, using the reference number 250630/9878 or citing 'Operation Yarrow'. Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
RNZ News
02-07-2025
- RNZ News
Woman to appear in court after baby found in bin
Cordons around Renall Street on Wednesday. Photo: RNZ / Marika Khabazi A woman is to appear in court after police found the body of a newborn baby in a bin in central Auckland. The 32-year-old woman has been charged with interfering with human remains. Police have been investigating since officers located the body of a newborn baby in a wheelie bin outside an address on Renall Street, Freemans Bay. Detective Inspector Scott Beard, of Auckland City CIB, said a post-mortem examination was completed on Wednesday and results are still pending. "At this stage we have charged the woman with interfering with human remains, and she is due to appear in the Auckland District Court," he said. "We believe this appearance will be via audio-visual link. "We are conscious that this is a very delicate situation, and we are ensuring there is support in place for the woman." Beard said. Cordons around Renall Street have since been stood down, and police were still carrying out enquiries at a specific property on the street. "Our enquiries remain ongoing and it will take some time for a thorough investigation to be completed," Beard said. They were continuing to ask for anyone with information or CCTV footage that could help the investigation to get in touch.
Scoop
02-07-2025
- Scoop
Freeman's Bay Homicide: Update
Police is continuing the investigation launched following the discovery of human remains in Freeman's Bay overnight. Further information is being released in the early stage of the investigation. 'Sadly, I can confirm the deceased is a newborn baby, and they were discovered in a wheelie bin outside an address,' Detective Inspector Scott Beard, of Auckland City CIB, says. 'A woman is in custody and Police are speaking with her to establish the circumstances around what has occurred.' Police is not looking for anyone else in connection with the matter. 'This is a tragedy for everyone concerned and there is a person's wellbeing to consider here alongside the investigation, so we will ensure the woman gets the support she needs. 'Police acknowledge this will understandably be quite confronting information for the community to grapple with.' A post-mortem is ongoing today to determine the next steps in the investigation. 'The result is not yet known, and Police will provide further updates as the investigation allows,' Detective Inspector Beard says. 'We would ask the public to avoid speculation given what has occurred and allow investigators to carry out their work.' Police will be carrying out an area canvass as part of the investigation. 'We will be seeking CCTV from residents in the street and also searching other wheelie bins in order to secure any additional evidence that may be relevant to the investigation.' If you have any information that could assist the investigation, please make a report via 105, using the file number 250630/9878 and quote 'Operation Yarrow'. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or
Otago Daily Times
02-07-2025
- Otago Daily Times
Baby's body found in wheelie bin in Auckland
Police at the scene in Ponsonby. Photo: RNZ A baby's body was found in a bin in Auckland late last night, sparking a homicide investigation, RNZ can reveal. Auckland City Detective Inspector Scott Beard said police discovered the deceased on Renall St, in Ponsonby, about 10pm. RNZ understands the deceased is a baby. Stuff is reporting the body was found in a wheelie bin. Beard earlier said police were continuing to gather information from the scene and inquiries were ongoing. A person was in custody and police were not looking for anyone else in connection at this stage. Det Insp Beard said a scene examination was under way and there would be an increased police presence in the area while the investigation continued. "Members of the public can be assured there is no risk to public safety." A post-mortem will be carried out in due course. Anyone with information that could assist the investigation, is asked to make a report via 105, using the file number 250630/9878 and quote 'Operation Yarrow'. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or
