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   Educational Events 

#  Thinking & Memory Changes 

 Laurel Manor  
 39000 Schoolcraft Road  
 Livonia, MI 48150 

 

 August 28, 202610:00 am to 2:10 pm EST

 

 FREE 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119129&view=RSVP) 

 

    ![Thinking & Memory Changes](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/Thinking-and-Memory-Banner_0.png?itok=8whdkTj-)  **Check-in and Resource Fair opens at 9:30am. Program beings at 10am.**

Many people with Parkinson's disease experience thinking changes such as trouble focusing, multitasking, or finding the right words. These changes, along with memory loss, can be frustrating for both the person with Parkinson's and those close to them. Learn more about these changes as well as tips to help with daily tasks, treatment options and resources for emotional and social support.

### Speakers

**Praveen Dayalu, MD**  
University of Michigan Health, a Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence

**Karen Kluin, MS, CCC (Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology), BC-ANCDS (Board Certified in Neurologic Communication Disorders)**  
Supervisor, Speech-Language Pathology   
Michigan Medicine-University of Michigan  
Clinical Assistant Professor of Neurology  
University of Michigan Medical School

**Erin Cecchi, LMSW**  
Movement Disorders Program  
University of Michigan Health, a Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence  
  
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 (Eastern)   
    
    10am- Program begins  
    2:10 pm- Program ends
 
  ##   Contact  

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 **This program is hosted by the Parkinson’s Foundation Great Lakes Chapter in partnership with University of Michigan Health.**

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  ***Thank you to our Sponsors.***

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   ##  Upcoming Events 

   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) 

   Educational Events 

###  [ Progress & Possibilities Conference ](/events/2026/MNSPC) 

 Expand your Parkinson's disease knowledge and learn practical strategies and insights from members of the Struthers Parkinson's Care team.

 September 26, 2026Virtual & Maple Grove, MN

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=118750&view=RSVP) 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=118749&view=RSVP) 

  

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 ###  PD Library 

 Deep dive into Parkinson’s topics that matter most to you. Explore our books, podcast episodes, fact sheets, videos and more — all available in our PD Library.

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