Managing Changing Symptoms
Please note that this event is from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. CT.
Learn how Parkinson’s disease symptoms may change over time and the latest advances in treatment and care for both movement issues like balance and freezing and non-movement issues like blood pressure and bladder/GI functions. This program will also provide information on self-advocacy and tools for building support systems to cope with new challenges.
Featured Speakers
Jay Arthur van Gerpen, MD
Huntsville Hospital
Rebeka Sipma, MD
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
Expert Panelists
Erin E. Edmundson, PT, DPT
Huntsville Hospital
Carley Frensley, BSW
Alabama Lifespan Respite
Angela Davis
Huntsville Hospital
Kristi Holland OTR/L
Huntsville Hospital
There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community.
*This program is hosted by the Parkinson’s Foundation Gulf Coast Chapter, in partnership with Huntsville Hospital and Alabama Lifespan Resource Resource Network®.
Contact Us
Annie Long
COVID SAFETY: We’re closely monitoring the coronavirus pandemic and following all local and state regulations for your health and safety. For the safety of the Parkinson’s community, we’re asking our participants to follow city and state guidelines regarding mask usage and social distancing safety protocols. Changes to the event date and location may be made, if necessary. Thank you for doing your part to help protect our community!
The Parkinson's Foundation is grateful for the unwavering support of our Program Sponsor. We invite you to view our full list of sponsors and learn more about them by visiting our Chapter Webpage.
Upcoming Events
2025 Utica Boilermaker Race Weekend
Parkinson’s Champions athletes raise funds and awareness for the Parkinson’s Foundation while competing in some of the world’s most popular races. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease, because Parkinson’s isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon.
Mindfulness Mondays - Mental Wellbeing
In sessions with Dr. Rush, we explore different dimensions of a mindfulness practice. She will share ways to ground and settle the mind and body.
Exploring the Possibility of Disease-Modifying Therapies
Research aimed at exploring therapies that could possibly change the course of Parkinson’s disease (PD) is rapidly evolving.