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#  Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson's Symposium 

 Ypsilanti District Library-Whittaker  
 Whittaker Community Room  
 5577 Whittaker Road  
 Ypsilanti, MI 48197 

 

 April 22, 202612:30 pm to 2:00 pm EST

 

 FREE 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=118729&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 begins at 12:00 pm and the program begins at 12:30 pm.** 

Regardless of where you are in your Parkinson’s journey there are many things you can do to live well. Managing daily life with Parkinson's disease involves learning and adjusting as symptoms and needs change. This program addresses some common challenges and will provide important information, resources, and strategies to help you every day. Attendees will gain information to help find the balance between a proactive approach and wondering what lies ahead.

### **Speakers:**

Kelley Giovannini M.S, PA-C  
Movement Disorders Program  
University of Michigan, a Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence

Erin Checchi, LMSW  
Movement Disorders Program  
University of Michigan, 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 Time)   
    
    TBD
 
  ##   Contact  

 Laura Summers

 

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 GreatLakes@parkinson.org

 

 

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 440-568-0093

 

 

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 This program is hosted Michigan Medicine in partnership with the Parkinson’s Foundation Great Lakes Chapter.

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   ##  Upcoming Events 

   Educational Events 

###  [ Florida Chapter Parkinson's Symposium ](/events/2026/florida-symposium-broward) 

 This program will provide you with information to help you find the balance between a proactive approach and wondering what lies ahead.

 August 28, 2026Fort Lauderdale, FL

 

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   Educational Events 

###  [ Thinking & Memory Changes ](/events/2026/Livonia) 

 Many people with Parkinson's disease experience thinking changes such as trouble focusing, multitasking, or finding the right words. Learn more about these changes as well as tips to help with daily tasks, treatment options and resources for emotional and social support.

 August 28, 2026Livonia, MI

 

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   Educational Events 

###  [ Georgia Chapter Parkinson's Symposium ](/events/2026/GASymposium) 

 Join the Parkinson’s Foundation for the Georgia Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium. Hear about current and upcoming treatments, ongoing research and the resources available in your community and beyond to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s.

 August 29, 2026Cumming, GA

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=118229&view=RSVP) 

  

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