Some of the projects we have managed include:
Strategic Consulting
Non-profits, public organizations, healthcare systems, pharmaceutical industry:
- Needs assessments
- Program evaluation
- Program development
- Staff assessment
- Grant writing
- Research
- Report writing
Healthcare Education
Working with the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness, Parasol created a turn-key package of celiac disease training programs for healthcare providers: GREAT Healthcare.
The accredited continuing education (CE) on-line learning modules are customized for various healthcare providers: mental health, dietitians, nursing, allied health and pharmacy. GREAT Healthcare empowers a multi-disciplinary team to identify undiagnosed cases of celiac disease and manage the treatment of the diagnosed. New Jersey’s St. Barnabas Health Care System’s 18 facilities were the first adapters/pilot.
Programs can be accessed at the Celiac Learning Center.
Awareness Campaigns
Parasol managed Connecticut’s Celiac Disease Walkathon for four years on behalf of the Greater New Haven Celiac Group. Extensive media coverage was secured and almost $100,000 was raised to support awareness, research and provide scholarships for Connecticut’s children with celiac disease.
One of Parasol’s projects sponsored with walkathon funds was the design and installation of 19 billboards along Metro North Railroad platforms in New York and Connecticut.
Parent Education
Parasol developed and managed parent education programs, fostering support and socialization for parents and their children. Each class addressed a different parenting dilemma and imparted expert information, thus reducing isolation and improving parenting skills.
Programs included Babies 101, Toddlers 101 and a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funded parents’ support group for Fairfield families.
Food Restrictions and Child Neglect
Loretta Jay’s combined expertise of child protective services and celiac disease, food allergies and food restrictions gives her a unique understanding of how medically required restricted diets impact children. She adeptly reviews children’s medical histories and assesses how their needs are satisfied with recognition of a child’s physical and emotional well-being, as well as the legal basis for enforcement. Written reports and legal testimony emphasize what is in the best interest of the child.
