K21, Pfleiderer Trust Awards Grants To Cardinal Services
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Dozens of people with disabilities are going to have an easier time getting around thanks to a new van at Cardinal Services. According to a Cardinal Services press release, the accessible, lift-equipped van was purchased with the help of grants from K21 Health Foundation and the Esther Pfleiderer Charitable Trust. The van will be the primary transportation for people in Cardinal’s community living program to attend medical appointments and community activities. According to Cardinal Vice President Randy Hall in the press release, although program funding covers operation of the van, it does not cover the actual cost of the van itself. In need of another vehicle, Cardinal turned to K21 and Pfleiderer whose grants provided $15,000 and $5,000 respectively toward the purchase. As a provider agency serving people with disabilities, Cardinal is required to assure that each person is able to access the community for medical services as well as to participate in activities of their choosing. One person who is happy for the specialized vehicle is Terri, whose cerebral palsy limits her mobility but not her interest in doing things around town. This summer, she anticipates being able to attend more concerts, going to the fair and shopping. Terri also enjoys working at the community soup kitchen on Wednesdays and attending church. These are all things she will do with ease thanks to the new van, the press release states. K21 Health Foundation exists for the benefit of Kosciusko County citizens to ensure health care services are provided, and to advance prevention and healthy lifestyles. For more information about the K21 Health Foundation, call 574-269-5188 or visit www.k21foundation.org The Esther Pfleiderer Charitable Trust was established by Esther Pfleiderer to assist charitable organizations located in Kosciusko County in improving the quality of life in the county. Pfleiderer was born and raised in Warsaw and taught math for 39 years in the Warsaw school system. She also was very active in the community serving on the boards of the Salvation Army, Warsaw Community Public Library, Kosciusko County Community Foundation, Kosciusko County Historical Society and the ministries of the First Presbyterian Church. In 1982, Pfleiderer was recognized as Warsaw’s Woman of the Year. For more information, contact John Elliott at 574-268-1207.
