She has also served as a group fitness instructor and master trainer at the YMCA since 2022 and has been a resource for the Oregon Support Group for Parkinson's since 2005.
TILLAMOOK, OR, July 01, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Sherryl Goertzen Klingelhofer has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Ms. Klingelhofer is a dedicated advocate and expert in Parkinson's disease treatment, serving as the founder and president of Parkinson's Si Buko Uganda and Parkinson's Si Buko USA, the establishment of which has been her most notable achievement. The organization has made a profound impact on the lives of hundreds of people in Uganda, where Parkinson's disease is often misunderstood and stigmatized as witchcraft. Through her tireless efforts, she has worked to overcome the long-distance barrier, providing much-needed support and education to those in need. Her work includes going online daily to post for people with Parkinson's and to answer questions, as well as collaborating with her director in Mukono, Uganda, to plan monthly activities.
With community college and ongoing credentials, Ms. Klingelhofer has leveraged her education to make significant strides in raising awareness and providing support for individuals affected by Parkinson's disease. In addition to her foundational work, she is a certified Tai Chi instructor Delay the Disease Instructor (specific to PD) and master fitness trainer through ExpertRating Inc. Her certifications have enabled her to offer specialized fitness programs, which she uses to help individuals with Parkinson's, movement/balance and neurological issues to manage their symptoms.
Ms. Klingelhofer attributes her success to unwavering diligence and a forward-looking approach, continuously pushing ahead whenever new opportunities arise. Beyond her primary vocation, she has served as a group fitness instructor and master trainer at the YMCA since 2022 and has been a resource for the Oregon Support Group for Parkinson's since 2005.
Ms. Klingelhofer's dedication to her cause is evident in her continuous efforts to educate and support those affected by Parkinson's disease. Looking ahead, she aims to ensure that Parkinson's Si Buko Uganda and Parkinson's Si Buko USA continue to thrive even after she can no longer run the organization. Her goal is to establish her organization as the focal point for Parkinson's education and awareness in Africa, particularly in Uganda.
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