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   Educational Events 

#  Veterans and Parkinson's - Managing Anxiety, Depression, and Apathy 

 Virtual ( Zoom ) 

 

 August 31, 20234:00 pm to 5:30 pm EST

 

 FREE 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=111471&view=RSVP) 

 

    ![Veterans Webinar Banner](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/Veterans%20Webinar%20banner.jpg?itok=6NkQtVOr)  For veteran’s living with Parkinson’s disease, non-motor challenges are not always easy to discuss. With a focus on mood changes, including anxiety, depression, and apathy, this program will provide strategies for coping and talking about it with healthcare providers or loved ones.

### Speaker

**Megan Gomez, PhD**, Clinical Psychologist  
Tibor Rubin Medical Center  
Long Beach, CA

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

  ##   Contact Us  

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 PDHealth@Parkinson.org

 

 

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 (305) 537-9168

 

 

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- ###   Are you looking to watch our program in-person with other people from the Parkinson's community? Click here for in-person viewing parties options:   
    
    **Syracuse, NY Area: [The Cicero American Legion](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/DocServer/Viewing_Party_Flyer_August_31_2023_CiceroNY_.pdf)**  
    5575 Legionnaire Dr, Cicero, NY 13039  
    Learn more at [https://www.empowerparkinson.org/](https://empowerparkinson.org/special-events/) or contact Marlene Reinmann at <empowerparkinson@yahoo.com>. Refreshments will be provided.
    
    [REGISTER HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/managing-anxiety-depression-apathy-for-veterans-with-parkinsons-disease-registration-681067971637)
    
    **Central NJ Area:** [Katz JCC](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/DocServer/Viewing_Party_Flyer_August_31_2023_CherryHillNJ.pdf)  
    1301 Springdale Rd. Cherry Hill, NJ 08003  
    Contact Megan Matis at <mmatis@jfedsnj.org> or (856) 424-4444, extension 1151 to learn more and to register. Refreshments will be provided.
    
    [REGISTER HERE](mailto:mmatis@jfedsnj.org)
 
 

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

 

 

  ##  Upcoming Events 

   Fundraising Events 

###  [ Moving Day Miami ](/events/2026/md-miami) 

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

 October 31, 2026Miami, FL

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR?fr_id=7898&pg=entry) 

  Educational Events

###  [ Mindfulness Mondays - Compassion in Action ](/events/2026/Nov2MM) 

 This session explores how mindfulness can expand our capacity for self-compassion and deepen empathy for others walking the Parkinson’s path.

 November 2, 2026Virtual

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=117730&view=RSVP) 

   Educational Events 

###  [ Lunch &amp; Learn: Serving Those Who Served ](/events/2026/NovemberLL) 

 This veteran-focused Lunch &amp; Learn will explore emerging research related to Parkinson's in the veteran community and connect attendees with practical resources, care options and support.

 November 2, 2026San Antonio, TX

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119850&view=RSVP) 

  

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 ###  Resources for Veterans 

 The Parkinson’s Foundation has free, available resources for veterans with Parkinson’s and those who love them.

 [Learn More](/living-with-parkinsons/finding-care/veterans) 

 

 

 

 

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