(From The Hancock County Parkinson’s Network)

The Hancock County Parkinson’s Network (HCPN) held its annual meeting on January 12, during which board leadership changes were approved, new board members were welcomed, and grant funding was awarded to local organizations supporting individuals affected by Parkinson’s disease.

The board approved the following slate of officers: Linda DeArment as President, Dr. Bill Kose as Vice President, Rich Fowler as Secretary, and Bob George as Treasurer. The board also formally established the position of Executive Director, to be held by Founder Barb Matheny.

Three new board members were elected: Maggie Brown, Dr. Paul Colbert, and Dr. Carmela Osborne.

During the meeting, HCPN awarded grants totaling just under $11,000 to support Parkinson’s-related programming and resources in the community. Grant recipients included 50 North, which received $4,555 for equipment to support its “Steady and Strong: Empowering Parkinson’s Through Movement” program; the Findlay YMCA, which received $2,807 to fund its Rock Steady Boxing Parkinson’s program; and the Blanchard Valley Health Foundation, which received $3,610 to purchase supplies and equipment aimed at increasing independence for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease.

In addition to board elections and grant awards, the meeting included discussion of marketing & resource initiatives, organizational goals for 2026, and plans for organizational representation at a global Parkinson’s conference in Arizona.

The Hancock County Parkinson’s Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals affected by Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers through education, programming, and community awareness.

To learn more or support HCPN, visit hcparkinsonsnetwork.org