## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) ## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) Educational Events # Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson’s Symposium Hilton Jackson 1001 East County Line Road Jackson, MS 39211 Virtual ( Zoom ) August 10, 202410:00 am to 2:00 pm CDT FREE [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=113629&view=RSVP) [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=113630&view=RSVP) ![Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson's Symposium banner](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/Learn%20More-940x510.jpg?itok=PYd9Ar6i) ### Check-in & Resource Fair start at 9:00 a.m. CDT. (for in-person attendees) Living with Parkinson’s can be challenging, but there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life. This program will provide you with information to help you find the balance between a proactive approach and wondering what lies ahead. 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. Lunch will be served to those joining us in person. ### **Featured Speakers:** **Marissa Dean, MD** The University of Alabama at Birmingham **Ruth K Fredericks, MD** St. Dominic Neuroscience Center **Laurie Mischley, ND, PhD, MPH** Seattle Integrative Medicine ### **Expert Panelists:** **Gil & Gina Kim** Parkinson’s Foundation Ambassadors **Bobbie McLaughlin** Parkinson’s Foundation Ambassador **Ashley Ricotta, OTL/R** Methodist Rehabilitation Center **Merry Claire Wardlaw, PT** Methodist Rehabilitation Center **Kelli Priest, SLP** Methodist Rehabilitation Center --- **For in-person attendees:** In-person check-in and vendor visits start at 9:00 a.m. CDT. **For virtual attendees, via Zoom:** The live stream starts at 10:00 a.m. CDT. - ### Program Agenda | **9:00 a.m.** | **Check-in & Resource Fair** | |---|---| | **Zoom Livestream Begins** | | **9:45 a.m.** | **Welcome** Annie Long – Parkinson’s Foundation | | **10:00 a.m.** | **What’s in the Parkinson’s Treatment Pipeline** Marissa Dean, MD – University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) | | **10:40 a.m.** | **Question & Answer Session** | | **11:00 a.m.** | **LSVT BIG & LOUD Movement Break** Methodist Rehabilitation Center | | **11:15 a.m.** | **Lunch Break & Resource Fair** | | **11:35 a.m.** | **Mood & Thinking Changes in Parkinson’s Disease** Ruth K Fredericks, MD – St. Dominic Neuroscience Center | | **12:10 p.m.** | **Question & Answer Session** | | **12:30 p.m.** | **Living Well with Parkinson’s Panel** - Gil & Gina Kim – Parkinson’s Foundation Ambassadors - Bobbie McLaughlin – Parkinson’s Foundation Ambassador - Ashley Ricotta, OT, CDRS – Methodist Rehabilitation Center - Merry Claire Wardlaw, PT – Methodist Rehabilitation Center - Kelli Priest, SLP – Methodist Rehabilitation Center | | **1:00 p.m.** | **Lifestyle Modification as a Therapeutic Strategy** Laurie Mischley, ND, PhD, MPH – Seattle Integrative Medicine | | **2:00 p.m.** | **Closing Remark** | ## 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 ]() ## Upcoming Events Educational Events ### [ Mind, Mood and Motion ](/events/2026/ellicott) This program focuses on how exercise supports brain health and can lead to improved emotional and cognitive well-being. September 24, 2026Ellicott City, MD [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119389&view=RSVP) Fundraising Events ### [ Flamin’ Ohs - The Parkinson’s Foundation MN Fundraiser ](/events/2026/FlaminOhs) Flamin’ Oh's and Annie and the Bang Bang return to The Hook & Ladder for a night supporting the Parkinson’s Foundation. September 25, 2026Minneapolis, MN [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://thehookmpls.com/shows/the-parkinson-s-foundation-mn-fundraiser-september-25-2026-711808/) Fundraising Events ### [ Moving Day Dayton ](/events/2026/md-dayton) Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action. September 26, 2026Dayton, OH [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=7807) [View All](/resources-support/events) ### Find Local Support Find your nearest Parkinson's Foundation chapter for local events, support groups, care facilities and more. 10 Miles 25 Miles 50 Miles 100 Miles 250 Miles - Share on Facebook - Share on X - Share on LinkedIn