Earlier this month the Parkinson’s Foundation announced the recipients of more than $1.5 million in community grants for Parkinson’s programs.
Included in that is Manhattan’s Meadowlark Parkinson’s program which was awarded $18,000 for iCAN with Pd, an eight-week education series offering confidence about nutrition, swallowing, daily living activities and emotional wellness.
“Being awarded this grant is a true testament to the amazing multi-disciplinary team that makes up the Meadowlark Parkinson’s Program,” said Michelle Haub, Special Programs Leader. “The iCAN with PD (Confidence about Nutrition, Swallowing, Activities of Daily Living and Emotional Wellness with Parkinson’s) education series will help people with Parkinson’s and their care partners learn and implement positive nutrition habits, safe exercise, and adaptations to their home for their best quality of life.”
Meadowlark says the first iCAN with Pd session is planned for Sept. 14, continuing every Monday through Nov. 2.
The Meadowlark Parkinson’s Program is in its 14th year of providing free services and opportunities for people affected by the disease improve their livelihood and improve symptom management.
