Understanding Parkinson’s

There is a lot to know about Parkinson's disease. Learn about symptoms, how it is diagnosed and what treatment options are available.
Living with Parkinson’s

While living with PD can be challenging, there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life and live well with Parkinson's disease.
Resources & Support

Living well with Parkinson’s disease (PD) means getting the support you need — from tools that help you work alongside your care team to resources that empower you.
Advancing Research

Our research has led to breakthroughs in treatment and improved care that bring hope to the entire Parkinson's community.
How You Can Help

There are many ways you can support the fight against Parkinson’s. Whatever form your gift takes, you can be confident that it goes toward providing crucial resources for those affected by this disease.

Educational Events

Annual Progress & Possibilities Symposium

Virtual ( Zoom )

September 17, 2022

9:00 am to 12:00 pm CDT

Free

Speaker at a podium during a Parkinson's Foundation event

This year’s conference theme is “Addressing the Bottom of the Iceberg: Focus on Non-Motor Symptoms of Parkinson’s” and will feature a number of speakers from the nationally recognized Struthers Parkinson’s Center teams from Golden Valley and St Paul.

Upon registering, you will receive a Zoom link to participate. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

Speakers

Strategies for Coping with Sleep Challenges:

Elliot Johnson, MD
Lori McManus, OTRL
Lacey Severson, LICSW

Understanding & Adjusting to Cognitive Changes:

Kate Wyman-Chick, PsyD, LP
Melissa Pellinen, MA, CCC-SLP

Creating Joy & Optimism to Address Mood:

Meghan Krause, Health Partners WellBeing Program

Presented by the Parkinson's Foundation and Struthers Parkinson’s Center

This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

The Parkinson's Foundation is grateful for the unwavering support of our Program Sponsors. We invite you to view our full list of sponsors and learn more about them by visiting our Chapter Webpage.