Resources for Veterans Living with Parkinson’s Disease
Join us to learn more about Parkinson’s disease (PD) and what resources are available to veterans with PD. Together we will explore the causes, symptoms, treatment options and the importance of building a care team to address changing symptoms.
Featured Speaker:
Colin McLeod, MD
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University – a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence
Expert Panelists:
Dana Smith, MS, OTR/L, LSVT BIG certified
CSRA Parkinson Support Group
Melissa Armstrong, OTR/L
Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center
Matthew W. Johnson
Georgia Veterans Law
Fitness Demo Provided By:
Tambra Wilkerson
Day One Fitness - A Parkinson's Foundation Community Grant Recipient
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Annie Long
COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.
Upcoming Events
Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson's Symposium
Living with Parkinson's can be challenging, but there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life.
Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson's Symposium.
This program highlights the importance of identifying your care team early, engaging with them regularly, and understanding how each professional contributes essential insights, resources, and strategies for maintaining a sense of control, independence, identity and lifestyle.
Mindfulness Mondays - Restful Nights Through Mindfulness
Through guided breathwork and visualization, you will be encouraged to step into the present by releasing thoughtful roadblocks and opening your mind to new opportunities and experiences that can assist in managing Parkinson’s disease.