Resources for Veterans with Parkinson’s
More than 110,000 veterans with Parkinson’s disease (PD) receive care through the U.S. Department of Affairs (VA). Many U.S. military veterans with Parkinson’s have access to specialized medical care and financial assistance through the VA. We will explore the resources and support services that Veterans have access to through the VA and the Parkinson’s Foundation.
Speakers
Gretchen Glenn, LCSW
Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center
Philadelphia Parkinson's Disease Research, Education and Clinical Center
Social Worker / Associate Director of Education
Christina Ketron, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Neurology Services, Nurse Practitioner
Ralph H Johnson VA Medical Center
Mr. Welma James Jackson Jr, MA
Capitol Area Regional Manager
Accreditations, OJT and Department Service Officer (VFW)
Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs
Shawn Katalinas MSOT, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
OT Clinical Care Coordinator for Education (CCCE)
Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center
There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.
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Crista Ellis
SAVE THE DATE - Upcoming Veterans Webinars
- Thursday, October 26, 2023: Veterans & Parkinson’s: Planning for the Future
- Thursday, December 14, 2023: Environmental Exposures in Veterans with Parkinson’s
This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.
Upcoming Events
Mindfulness Mondays - Equanimity
Join us every Monday as our expert speaker leads you in guided relaxation techniques to help boost brain power and reduce stress.
Eating and Feeling Well Through the Holidays
In this virtual program, we will explore how to maintain a healthy diet during the holiday season while effectively managing your Parkinson's disease symptoms.
Veterans and Parkinson's: Managing Anxiety, Depression, and Apathy
This program will provide strategies for coping and talking about it with healthcare providers or loved ones.