Mission Statement
The Look. Foundation supports children and young adults impacted by infection triggered neuroinflammatory disorders (e.g., PANS/PANDAS) through personal support, community-wide education, professional training, advocacy and grants. We strive to improve access to proper diagnosis and treatment, bringing hope and healing to struggling families.
Vision Statement
The Look. Foundation envisions a future where every child and young adult affected by infection-triggered neuroinflammation (PANS and PANDAS) have equal access to:
Swift and appropriate diagnosis, treatment and care
Essential support from schools, communities and medical providers
Team
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Jennifer Vitelli, MBA
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Laureen Favre
Grants Coordinator
Board of Directors
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Cathy Witkos
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Monica Elliott, MSF
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Michelle Pinto, MSN, RN, CNE
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David Hyman
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Ali McLean
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Lisa Grisola
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Brian Joyce, CFP
Development
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Melissa Glynn-Hyman, LICSW
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Sheilah Gauch, LICSW, MEd
Our Story
On June, 15, 2024 the leadership from the JBC PANS & PANDAS Foundation and the New England PANS PANDAS Association (NEPANS) announced they would be joining forces to create the Look. Foundation. They recognize that to enact widespread change in how infectionious triggered neuroinflammation can cause mental health symptoms are addressed, diagnosed, treated, funded, and researched, collaboration is key.
Together, under the newly named Foundation, they are dedicated to redefining the course of mental health by ensuring no child or young adult with PANS/PANDAS is missed. Our goal is to serve as a catalyst for change in how infectious-triggered neuropsychiatric disorders are approached, treated, researched, and financially supported. It is crucial for healthcare providers to Look. for potential infectious and inflammatory triggers as potential causes for mental health and behavioral symptoms in children and young adults.
