Talking about a long-held interest in health and nutrition that started years ago when her son said, “Mom, you’re always sending us articles on food and health. Why don’t you do something with that?” Her passion found expression when she was accepted as an instructor with The Cancer Project in 2008. Her professional career includes elementary teaching, child protective social work, and school counseling. In addition to presenting the Food for Life Nutrition and Cooking Class series, Joanne offers private cooking classes in her home.