## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) ## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) Educational Events # Hospital Safety and Parkinson's Disease DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Mission Valley 7450 Hazard Center Drive San Diego, CA 92108 November 15, 20259:30 am to 1:30 pm PDT Free [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=117229&view=RSVP) ![an older male patient in a hospital bed talking with his male surgeon ](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/Hospital%20Safety%20Image%20%281%29.jpg?itok=wHwC8tFp) For most people, being in the hospital is a stressful experience. For people with Parkinson’s disease (PD), symptoms may get worse and new symptoms can develop. Proactively understanding the risks a person with Parkinson’s faces in the hospital can help to minimize complications and recovery time. Join the Parkinson's Foundation to learn about common challenges and ways to advocate for the best possible care while hospitalized. Attendees will receive a [Hospital Safety Guide](https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support/hospital-safety-guide "https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support/hospital-safety-guide"), parking, and lunch at no cost. Registration is free but required, and seating is limited. **Speakers:** Andrea Fuentes, MD, Movement Disorder Specialist, UCSD Adriana Gonzalez, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Worker, UCSD ## Contact Us California Chapter [ ![Envelope icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images/envelope.svg) California@Parkinson.org ](mailto:California@Parkinson.org) [ ![Phone icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images//phone.svg) (714) 902-6359 ]() ## Upcoming Events Fundraising Events ### [ 2026 BMW Berlin Marathon ](/events/2026/champions-berlin) 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. September 27, 2026Berlin, Germany, [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](http://www3.parkinson.org/site/PageNavigator/Run4PDRaceStatus.html?_gl=1*o3u8d6*_gcl_au*MTgzNzgwMzg0Mi4xNzQzNjk5OTA4*_ga*Njc0MTYwMzI2LjE2OTYzNjg0NzY.*_ga_57LEHWK3JX*MTc0NDE0MDA2My4yOS4xLjE3NDQxNDAyNTkuMC4wLjA.&_ga=2.153418480.939131951.1744140064-674160326.1696368476) Fundraising Events ### [ What's So Funny About Parkinson's? ](/events/2026/comedy-show-LA) Join a group of Parkinson's comedians and their friends in Support of The Parkinson's Foundation's mission to improve care and advance research toward a cure. September 27, 2026Virtual & Santa Monica, CA [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/whats-so-funny-about-parkinsons-tickets-1997208302797?aff=oddtdtcreator) [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/whats-so-funny-about-parkinsons-tickets-1997208302797?aff=oddtdtcreator) Educational Events ### [ Mindfulness Mondays - Letting Go & Moving Forward ](/events/2026/Sep28MM) This session offers a gentle, step-by-step mindfulness practice for forgiveness, helping to soften self-blame and resentment, and make room for acceptance and peace. September 28, 2026Virtual [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=117730&view=RSVP) [View All](/events) ### Subscribe for the latest news ### 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