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Chelsea Cataldi, a white woman with long blonde hair wearing black glasses and a maroon top.

Welcoming Chelsea Cataldi to Project Sleep’s Board of Directors!

In January 2024, Chelsea Cataldi joined the Board of Directors of Project Sleep, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness of sleep health, sleep equity, and sleep disorders.  Born and raised in New Mexico, Chelsea is an avid adventurer and has traveled the world. She was living in Japan when she received her type 1 narcolepsy…
Stephanie Manuli, a woman with blond hair and dark eyes, wearing a red graduation gown positioned in front of some greenery.

Meet New Board of Directors Member, Stephanie Manuli!

In January 2024, Stephanie Manuli joined the Board of Directors of Project Sleep, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness of sleep health, sleep equity, and sleep disorders.  Stephanie is currently pursuing a Master’s in Public Health from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. In 2023, She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Biology from NC…

Idiopathic Hypersomnia Story Sharing: Meet Becky

Our Rising Voices Story Sharing Series continued with idiopathic hypersomnia advocate Becky Tallman! Becky shared her 20+ year journey from early symptoms to diagnosis, and her passion for raising IH awareness so others don’t wait decades for a correct diagnosis and treatment. Watch Becky Tallman’s Rising Voices Story About Becky: Becky Tallman is a late blooming…
Kristen Crawford, a woman with curled blonde hair and blue eyes wearing a professional-looking red top with black trim.

Welcoming Kristen Crawford to Project Sleep’s Board of Directors!

In January 2024, Kristen Crawford joined the Board of Directors of Project Sleep, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness of sleep health, sleep equity, and sleep disorders.  Kristen is the Senior Director of Engagement & Annual Giving at Broward College. She leverages 18 years of marketing and higher education experience to engage Broward College Alumni…

Julie Flygare Awarded Sleep Research Society’s 2024 Public Service Award

President & CEO of Project Sleep, Julie Flygare, JD was awarded Sleep Research Society’s 2024 Public Service Award. The SRS Public Service Award is presented to one or more individuals who have significantly advanced the mission of the SRS outside of their scientific and educational contributions. Selection criteria generally include: Public relations and advocacy efforts…

Announcing the 2024 Jack & Julie Narcolepsy Scholarship

In 2024, Project Sleep’s 11th annual Jack & Julie Narcolepsy Scholarship will award 30 scholarships of $1000 each to college-bound students with narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia. Five of these scholarships will be awarded to students with idiopathic hypersomnia, thanks to a generous partnership with the Hypersomnia Foundation. High school seniors diagnosed with narcolepsy or idiopathic…
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Meet New Board of Directors Member, Dr. Jennifer Talbert!

In January 2024, Dr. Jennifer Talbert joined the Board of Directors of Project Sleep, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness of sleep health, sleep equity, and sleep disorders.  Dr. Talbert is a chiropractic physician practicing in Portland, Oregon. She is passionate about educating her patients on the benefits of sleep, as well as the…

Julie Flygare Speaks at Italian Narcolepsy Seminar

On December 16, 2023, Project Sleep’s President & CEO, Julie Flygare spoke in Bologna, Italy at a Seminar on Narcolepsy hosted by the Italian Narcolepsy Association, AIN (Associazione Italiana Narcolettici e Ipersonni). About 70 people (individuals living with narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia and family members were gathered at the University of Bologna for this meeting. AIN…

Project Sleep Brings Patient Voices to White House Listening Session

Exciting news! On Dec 8, 2023, Project Sleep participated in a White House virtual Listening Session on Burden Reduction. This session focused on decreasing burdens individuals and families face when accessing government benefits and services. Members of the Office of Public Engagement, Office of Management and Budget, and the White House Domestic Policy Council listened…
Sleep paralysis and hallucinations narcolepsy nerd alert

Narcolepsy Nerd Alert: Sleep Paralysis + Hallucinations

Sleep paralysis and hypnagogic and hypnopompic hallucinations can be confusing and scary. In this broadcast, we talked about these experiences and how to cope with them. Sleep Paralysis + Hallucinations Podcast download transcription Sleep Paralysis + Hallucinations Toolkit Narcolepsy Nerd Alert toolkits accompany each broadcast. The toolkits are designed for people living with narcolepsy and…