Navigating Advancing Needs

Check-in and exhibitor tables open at 9:30 a.m. ET.
We will address some of the challenges of advancing PD and explore strategies to prepare for the future, including how to evolve your care plans and treatments throughout progression so you can live your best life with PD now.
Featured Speakers:
George Dumenigo, LCSW
Clinical Social Worker/Community Outreach Coordinator
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Department of Neurology, Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorder Center, University of Miami, a Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence
Alexandra Ingram, FNP- BC
Nurse Practitioner
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Department of Neurology, Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorder Center, University of Miami, a Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence
Fitness Demonstration by: YMCA of Collier County
There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community.
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Jennifer De Gruccio
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
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.
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.
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.