## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) ## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) Educational Events # Managing Changing Symptoms First Baptist Jackson 431 North State Street Jackson, MS 39201 September 8, 202310:00 am to 1:30 pm CDT FREE [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=111549&view=RSVP) The referenced media source is missing and needs to be re-embedded. ### Check-in & Exhibitor Booths Open at 9:30 a.m. CDT After many years of good symptom management, Parkinson's disease may become more challenging. Learn how Parkinson's symptoms may change over time and new strategies available for managing them. Get your Parkinson's questions answered by a movement disorder specialist and a panel of Parkinson's experts. --- ### **Featured Speakers and Panelists:** **Brian Copeland, MD** LSU Health - New Orleans **Ruth Fredericks, MD** St. Dominic Neuroscience Center **Bobby Graham, MD** St. Dominic Hospital **Kelly Priest, MCD, CCC-SLP** Methodist Rehab **Dianne Platt, RN** **Rhonda Fetcko, PT** Elite Physical Therapy **Don Waller, MS, LPC** Summit Counseling Lunch will be served. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their families, friends, and the community. ## Contact us Annie Long [ ![Envelope icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images/envelope.svg) GulfCoast@Parkinson.org ](mailto:GulfCoast@Parkinson.org) [ ![Phone icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images//phone.svg) (770) 450-0792 ]() *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 Fundraising Events ### [ 2026 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend ](/events/2026/champions-twin-cities) 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. October 2, 2026Twin Cities, MN [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR?fr_id=7046&pg=entry) Educational Events ### [ From Research to Care - PD GENEration ](/events/2026/boston) This program provides an overview of current Parkinson's research and its impact on treatment and care. October 2, 2026Boston, MA [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119429&view=RSVP) Fundraising Events ### [ 2026 St. George, Utah Marathon ](/events/2026/champions-saint-george) 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. October 3, 2026St. George, UT [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR?fr_id=7946&pg=entry) [View All](/resources-support/events) ### Subscribe for the latest news - Share on Facebook - Share on X - Share on LinkedIn