Holistic Movement Care Corp

The mission of the American Board of Physician Specialties (ABPS) is to offer the highest standards in physician board certification that meets the healthcare needs of the public, while benefiting physicians in achieving success in the evolving medical environment.

MacDonald Training Center was founded in 1955 by J. Clifford MacDonald and a group of parents of individuals with developmental disabilities. It was one of the first organizations to develop supported employment and living services as alternatives to sheltered workshops and traditional group homes for the people with disabilities. Its members participate in a variety of career service tracks and activities, including work experience, on-site service teams, and life enrichment, enhanced and senior services. The center provides training and oversight to direct support staff responsible for its member s medication administration, acute and emergency evaluation, and nursing care to individuals within the center, and liaison services between the individual, families and health care providers. MacDonald Training Center also offers employment services, including skills training, resume preparation, job development, mock interview sessions, job fairs and placements, and employer consultation. The center is headquartered in Tampa, Fla.

About OAC The Obesity Action Coalition is an IRS registered 501 ( c ) non profit organization dedicated to giving a voice to those affected by obesity. The OAC was formed to build a nationwide coalition of those affected to become active advocates and spread the important message of the need for obesity education. To increase obesity education, the OAC offers a wide variety of free educational resources on obesity, morbid obesity and childhood obesity, in addition to consequences and treatments of these conditions. The OAC also conducts a variety of advocacy efforts throughout the U.S. on both the National and state levels, and encourages individuals to become proactive advocates. History of the OAC During a meeting of legislators, a congressperson asked the question Who represents patients who are affected by obesity? It was then that a legislator pointed out a serious need a group whose only focus is on those affected by obesity. With this, the OAC was formed in 2005 with the goal of building a national coalition of those who are living with and/or affected by obesity. OAC Membership As a non profit organization, the OAC exists to serve the needs of every individual affected by obesity. The OAC is a membership organization, and membership is a vital component in building a Coalition of those affected. Membership is not required in the OAC, however it is strongly encouraged and is often the first step toward getting involved in making an impact in obesity. Currently, the OAC has more than 12, 000 active members and serves more than 1 million individuals each year. Mission of the OAC The mission of the OAC is to elevate and empower those affected by obesity through education, advocacy and support.