Susan S. Dahlheimer, Director
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
McCarthy Hall, Room G8
1030 Maple Street
Indiana, PA 15705
Phone: 724-357-HELP (4375)
Community Nutrition Services (CNS) provides professional training in nutrition intervention to postgraduate dietitians who, in turn, provide nutrition services to the community through counseling, education, and research activities. Services are provided at our office in McCarthy Hall, in the offices of affiliated medical practices, and, if necessary, through home visits.
CNS offers nutrition assessment and intervention through individual, small group, and employer-sponsored counseling programs. The services also include consultation to schools, businesses, and agencies interested in developing wellness and weight management programs.
Nutrition Assessment
The following services are offered for evaluating food intake, health status, and blood composition:
- Computerized diet analysis
- Body composition assessment
- Blood pressure screening
- Cholesterol screening
- Glucose monitoring
Nutrition Counseling
The following intervention services are offered for individuals, small groups, and families who seek nutrition information related to:
- Weight management
- Pregnancy and lactation
- Health and wellness
- High blood pressure
- Eating disorders
- Athletic training
- Cholesterol control
- Diabetes
- Other medical problems
CNS is a nonprofit educational facility. Fees to cover expenses are determined by the type of services and a client's income level. Some fees may be reimbursable by insurance carriers.
Call 724-357-4375 for information on services provided by Community Nutrition Services.
