who we are...
the proACTIVE parkinsons project began with one person attempting to meet the un-met needs of people suffering from Parkinsons Disease, their caregivers, their families and friends in our community. first came one support group, then educational presentations to area clubs, organizations and civic groups, then work with medical professionals, then in-home visits and family meeting facilitation. as interest grew, along came radio and television interviews, feature articles and the development of print materials. a "full plate" doesn't begin to describe the first three years of the organization!
a decade spent in health facility administration of extended care facilities in Indiana and Ohio provided an insider view of diseases and how the can ravage the body and mind. years in marketing and promotion in Chicago taught the difference targeted efforts can make to a product or project's success. training adults who wished to enter the workforce brought forth many varied skills to increase their confidence and competence.
with the birth of proACTIVE parkinsons project, sarah johnson has found a way to combine the expertise of past experiences with her mission to make a difference in the lives and futures of those people in our communities who are directly impacted by Parkinsons Disease.
sarah johnson is the California Third District Congressional Coordinator for the Parkinson's Action Network in Washington, D.C. and is on the Advisory Board of the Area 12 Agency on Aging.
