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#  Southwest Chapter Parkinson's Symposium 

 North Baptist Church  
 5757 N Central Ave  
 Phoenix, AZ 85012 

 Virtual ( Zoom ) 

 

 April 5, 20241:00 pm to 4:00 pm MST

 

 Free 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=111489&view=RSVP) [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=111570&view=RSVP) 

 

    ![Southwest Chapter Symposium Banner](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/Southwest%20Symposium%20Banner-940x510.jpg?itok=gPJ6N7y6)  Join the Parkinson’s Foundation in person or online for the Southwest Chapter’s Parkinson’s Symposium. Hear about ongoing research, current treatments, and resources available to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s. With a focus on **depression and anxiety**, this program will highlight the importance of mental health.

This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required as in-person seating is limited.

**Speaker:**  
[Lori Nisson](https://doctors.bannerhealth.com/provider/Lori+Nisson/451961), LCSW, Banner Health

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**For in-person attendees:** In-person check-in starts at 1 p.m. MST.

**For virtual attendees, via Zoom:** The live stream starts at 1:30 p.m. MST

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  ##   Contact Us  

 Southwest Chapter

 

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 Southwest@Parkinson.org

 

 

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  *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.*

 

 

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###  [ Depression and PD: A Non-Drug Treatment Option ](/library/fact-sheets/depression-treatments) 



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###  [ Apathy & Motivation in Parkinson’s ](/library/fact-sheets/apathy) 



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###  [ Depression and Parkinson's Disease ](/library/videos/depression) 



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  ##  Upcoming Events 

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 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 to manage them.

 October 16, 2026Commack, NY

 

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 October 16, 2026Virtual

 

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

 October 17, 2026Coppell, TX

 

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