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#  Gulf Coast Chapter Symposium 

 The Harbor Center  
 100 Harbor Center Blvd.  
 Slidell, LA 70461 

 Virtual ( Zoom ) 

 

 August 26, 202210:00 am to 2:00 pm CDT

 

 Free 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=108909&view=RSVP) [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=108910&view=RSVP) 

 

    ![Gulf Coast Symposium banner](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/gulf-coast-symposium.jpg?itok=7Lt80hi1)  ### Please note that this event is from 10 a.m.-2:00 p.m. CT.

Join us to discuss Parkinson's symptoms, treatments, and progression while we explore important factors in helping live your best life, including exercise, support systems, and hospital safety with Parkinson's.

**Attend in-person or watch the program at-home via Zoom:** This program will be in-person in Slidell, LA. You have the option of attending our in-person program or you can watch the webinar from home via Zoom. Please tell us which option you prefer during the registration process.

### Keynote Speaker

**Brian J. Copeland, MD**- LSU Medical School

This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends, and the community. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

### Expert Panelists

**Anne Marie Savoy, LMSW,** *Ochsner*  
**Sarah Perez, MD,** *Tulane*  
**Jan Grimes***, Person with Parkinson’s Disease*  
**Kathleen Delpy PT, DPT***, Ochsner*  
**Liz Parker, OT,** *Ochsner*  
**Rachael Rayes, MS CCC-SLP,** *Ochsner*  
**Garland Wilson and Susan Perlis,** *Moving Colors Productions*

**Fitness Break Provided by:** Kelly Harp Haber, Dance for Parkinson's

  ##   Contact Us  

 Annie Long

 

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 GulfCoast@parkinson.org

 

 

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 770-450-0792

 

 

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 **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!

 

 - ###   Agenda   
    
    **9:15 a.m. Check-in, Breakfast and Exhibitor Booths Open**
    
    **10 a.m. Live Stream Begins (Zoom)**
    
    **10 a.m. Welcome**  
    Annie Long - *Parkinson’s Foundation*
    
    **10:10 a.m. Ask the Movement Disorder Specialist**  
    Dr. Brian Copeland - *LSU School of Medicine*
    
    **11:10 a.m. Fitness Break: Dance for Parkinson’s**  
    Kelly Harp Haber - *Dance for Parkinson’s*
    
    **11:20 a.m. Expert Panel: Living Well**  
    (Moderator) Anne Marie Savoy, LMSW - *Ochsner Medical Center*  
    Rachael Rayes, M.S.CCC-SLP - *Ochsner Therapy and Wellness*  
    Sarah Perez, MD - *Tulane University School of Medicine*  
    Jan Grimes - *Person Living with Parkinson’s disease*
    
    **12 p.m. Lunch Break & Exhibitor Booths Open**
    
    **12:30 p.m. Expert Panel: Moving Well**  
    (Moderator) Anne Marie Savoy, LMSW - *Ochsner Medical Center*  
    Kathleen Delpy PT, DPT - *Ochsner Therapy and Wellness*  
    Liz Parker, OT - *Ochsner Therapy and Wellness*  
    Garland Wilson - *Of Moving Colors Productions*  
    Susan Perlis - *Of Moving Colors Productions*
    
    **1:10 p.m. Live Stream Ends (Zoom)**
    
    **1:10 p.m. Roundtable Discussion: Staying Positive and Connected**
    
    **1:30 p.m. Roundtable Discussion: Sharing Key Takeaways**
    
    **1:45 p.m. Closing Remarks**
 
 *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***](/gulfcoast "Gulf Coast Chapter")*.*

  ##  Upcoming Events 

   Educational Events 

###  [ Mind, Mood and Motion ](/events/2026/ellicott) 

 This program focuses on how exercise supports brain health and can lead to improved emotional and cognitive well-being.

 September 24, 2026Ellicott City, MD

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119389&view=RSVP) 

   Fundraising Events 

###  [ Flamin’ Ohs - The Parkinson’s Foundation MN Fundraiser ](/events/2026/FlaminOhs) 

 Flamin’ Oh's and Annie and the Bang Bang return to The Hook & Ladder for a night supporting the Parkinson’s Foundation.

 September 25, 2026Minneapolis, MN

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://thehookmpls.com/shows/the-parkinson-s-foundation-mn-fundraiser-september-25-2026-711808/) 

   Fundraising Events 

###  [ Moving Day Dayton ](/events/2026/md-dayton) 

 Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action.

 September 26, 2026Dayton, OH

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=7807) 

  

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