## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) ## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) Educational Events # Building Your Parkinson’s Toolbox Waukesha Expo Center 1000 Northview Rd Waukesha, WI 53188 Virtual ( Zoom ) September 11, 202612:30 pm to 4:00 pm CDT FREE [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119290&view=RSVP) [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119291&view=RSVP) ![Froedtert banner](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/Untitled%20design%20%283%29.png?itok=TGv1Tmsy) ### **Check-in starts at 11:30 am and the program starts at 12:30 pm. A complimentary boxed lunch will be provided.** Please join the Parkinson's Foundation Midwest Chapter in partnership with the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Movement Disorders Team, a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence, for our **Parkinson's Disease Symposium: Building Your Parkinson’s Toolbox.** This educational program will offer practical information and strategies to support everyday health and well-being, for those affected by Parkinson’s. Attendees will hear from experts on topics including sleep and fatigue, preparing for medical appointments, fall prevention/home safety, nutrition, and self-care for care partners. Throughout the day, participants can also connect with local vendors and community resources that provide valuable information. Whether you are navigating Parkinson's yourself or caring for a loved one, this program offers tools, education, and encouragement. ### Speakers **Sheila Rane Eichenseer, MD, MS** Froedtert & MCW health network **Molly Sievers, DPT, NCS** Froedtert & MCW health network **Devri Lybeck, DPT** Froedtert & MCW health network **Katherin Kraiss, MS, RN, CD, CNSC** Froedtert & MCW health network **Charlene Thomas, RN** Froedtert & MCW health network **Terry Walton, OTR** Froedtert & MCW health network **Erika Stadter, RN** Froedtert & MCW health network 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. - ### Agenda (Central Time) **Agenda:** **11:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. CT (this includes check in time)** **Guest Check In/Vendor Visit/Lunch:** 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. **Welcome:** 12:30-12:45 p.m. *Jessica Bartsch, MS, NCC* **Sleep and Fatigue:** 12:45 -1:15 p.m. *Sheila Rane Eichenseer, MD, MS* **Preparing for an Appointment:** 1:15-1:30 p.m. *Charlene Thomas, RN & Erika Stadter, RN* **Fall Prevention and Home Safety:** 1:30-2:00 p.m. *Molly Sievers, DPT, NCS & Devri Lybeck, DPT* **Vendors/Break:** 2:00 -2:15 p.m. **Self-Care for Care Partners:** 2:15-2:30 p.m. *Terry Walton, OTR* **Movement Break:** 2:30-2:45 p.m. *Molly Sievers, DPT, NCS & Devri Lybeck, DPT* **Nutrition/MIND Diet:** 2:45-3:15 p.m. *Katherin Kraiss, MS, RN, CD, CNSC* **Ask the Care Team Q&A:** 3:15-4:00 p.m. *Froedtert/MCW Movement Disorder Team* **Closing:** 4:00 p.m. ## Contact Jessica Bartsch [ ![Envelope icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images/envelope.svg) JBartsch@Parkinson.org ](mailto:JBartsch@Parkinson.org) [ ![Phone icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images//phone.svg) (312)762-5706 ](tel:(312)762-5706) *This program is a partnership with the Parkinson's Foundation Midwest Chapter and the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Movement Disorders Team- a Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence.* ![froedtert](/sites/default/files/styles/400px_wide/public/images/bc24c136-8e22-44b5-b252-f1979eb01c58_1.jpg?itok=860rNcJ-) *Thank you to our Sponsors.* [ ![Acadia2025](/sites/default/files/styles/400px_wide/public/images/ACAD_RM_RGB_FC_Pos.png?itok=BeZBXE9q) ](https://www.moretoparkinsons.com/) [ ![Supernus](/sites/default/files/styles/400px_wide/public/images/Supernus%20%281%29.png?itok=DAuEcfSq) ](https://www.supernus.com/) [ ![abbvie logo](/sites/default/files/styles/400px_wide/public/images/AbbVie-logo_1.png?itok=w3jQjtXY) ](https://www.abbvie.com/who-we-are.html?utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=ppp_2025&utm_source=bing&utm_content=igp&utm_term=brandcore&cid=ppc_CVc7d660ede48e492d8b3807ca93eb97b8&gclid=58daa482c87c13ebc8b2cefdd58ff380&gclsrc=3p.ds&msclkid=58daa482c87c13ebc8b2cefdd58ff380) ## Upcoming Events Educational Events ### [ Care Partner Conversations ](/events/2026/Sep2WW) Led by care partners, these webinars will bring together spouses, partners, family members, and friends who provide care—or anyone interested in learning more about caregiving and Parkinson’s disease. September 2, 2026Virtual [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=118349&view=RSVP) Educational Events ### [ Speech & Swallowing ](/events/2026/providence) Learn tools and exercises to help you better understand and manage speech, swallowing and communication problems in PD. September 3, 2026Providence, RI [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119329&view=RSVP) Fundraising Events ### [ Move & Mingle Las Vegas Speakeasy for a Cure ](/events/2026/Move-and-Mingle-LV) Prepare for an evening of cocktails, period-inspired appetizers, music and connection as we continue the fight against PD. September 3, 2026Las Vegas, NV [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/sf-001C000001QgN2JIAV/events/vevt:6fa0d055-4fa3-4065-bb99-1392d8217a27/home/story) [View All](/resources-support/events) ### PD Library Deep dive into Parkinson’s topics that matter most to you. 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