Cheers to Volunteers! – Dorothy Claussen & Ernestine White
Twice a week, Dorothy Claussen and Ernestine White cook lunch for the National Parkinson Foundation Heartland’s Wellness Classes for up to 25 people each time. They also are full-time caregivers to their spouses who have Parkinson’s. Susan Varner, who has Parkinson’s and multiple system atrophy (MSA), volunteers at least once a week in the office helping with mailings and office tasks. Thank you, Susan, Ernestine and Dorothy, for all you do for The Foundation.
Also featured in the July 12th issue of The Independent
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Susan Varner, Ernestine White and Dorothy Claussen |
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