A fundraiser is planned for tomorrow in Gander to increase awareness about Parkinson’s disease and raise funds for the World Parkinson’s organization.
Koren Snow of Gander was only 42 years old when she was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s. She says she’s benefitted from the Rock Steady boxing program in Gander and from goat therapy with Button Adventures.
Lita Button of Button Adventures introduced Koren to the Rock Steady boxing program and a local support group.
Parkinson’s is incurable, but Snow says she’s responding well to an improved diet and exercise, even though she’s had to give up her career as a nurse practitioner.
She also credited personal trainer Nathan Layte with his “essential” regimen.
Shane McPhee, volunteer director and member of the World Parkinson’s Program will be in Gander for the event tomorrow morning at 10 a.m. at Cobb’s Pond in Gander.