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

Heartland Symposium - Progress in Parkinson's

Nebraska Innovation Campus (NIC) Conference Center
2021 Transformation Drive
Lincoln, NE 68508

Virtual ( Zoom )

March 28, 2023

2:00 pm to 4:30 pm CDT

FREE

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Check-in and resource tables start at 1:00 p.m.
A boxed lunch will be provided.

Join us to discuss an overview of Parkinson's disease (PD). Learn what Parkinson’s is, what causes it, and the common motor and non-motor symptoms. In addition, we will be addressing updates on current and future treatments.

Speakers

Erin Cameron-Smith, MD
Assistant Professor
UNMC Department of Neurological Sciences, Division of Movement Disorders

Mara Seier, MD
Assistant Professor
UNMC Department of Neurological Sciences, Division of Movement Disorders

Kiel Woodward, MD
Assistant Professor
UNMC Department of Neurological Sciences, Division of Movement Disorders

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.

Attend in-person or online

Directions: The Nebraska Innovation Campus (NIC) Conference Center is located at the intersection of 21st Street and Transformation Drive, east of Devaney Sports Center.
Please access parking map here.

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.

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 page.

Upcoming Events

Fundraising 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.

July 13, 2025

Utica, NY

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Educational Events

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.

July 14, 2025

Virtual

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Educational Events

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.

July 16, 2025

Virtual

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