Attending the Moving Day Miami Kickoff is a must for anyone looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fun-filled event. This kickoff offers a unique opportunity to connect with fellow participants, learn more about the Parkinson’s Foundation’s mission, and get inspired for the upcoming Moving Day. With engaging activities, valuable insights, and a chance to meet the people driving this important cause, it’s the perfect way to dive into the excitement and commitment that will shape our event’s success.

There will be light bites, drinks, entertainment, & more! 

Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of something special and make a difference in the Parkinson’s community!

There is no charge to attend, but pre-registration is required.  This event is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community!

People with Parkinson’s disease (PD) are at a higher risk of hospitalization and face many challenges while in the hospital. It is important for all people with Parkinson’s to be aware of the risks, prepare ahead of time and know how to advocate for their needs while in the hospital.

Join Georgia Chapter Parkinson's Foundation Ambassadors as they discuss these issues. 

Featured Speakers:

Darrell Allers

Jerry Feldman

Victoria Helmly, PhD

Check-in begins at noon with lunch and vendor visits. The program begins at 1 PM CST. 

Parkinson’s disease can create many challenges to getting a good night’s sleep. This program provides information on how Parkinson's disease affects sleep quality and addresses ways you can get a better night's sleep while living with PD. Hear how exercising, nutrition and good sleep hygiene can improve sleep quality.

Speakers

Jeffrey Boyle, MD, PhD 
Avera Health

Matthew Leedom, DPT
Avera Health

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.

Mindfulness meditation, like regular exercise, is a valuable self-care tool for managing Parkinson’s Disease. In this session, we'll focus on strengthening our mindfulness muscles to better cope with the unpredictability of Parkinson's. We’ll explore the physical and emotional benefits of mindfulness, practice non-judgmental moment-to-moment awareness, and cultivate mindfulness with intention in a supportive and caring environment.

Whether this is your first mindfulness Monday, or you are a returning participant, these sessions are created with the intention of including everyone. There will be time for questions following the practice.

Speaker

Barbara Leffler, PhD, RN
Retired Clinical Psychologist and Registered Nurse
Care Partner to her husband living with Parkinson's
Parkinson’s Foundation Hospital Lead Ambassador

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.

EP Salud en Casa: Miércoles de Bienestar 
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Acompáñenos en un seminario web donde hablaremos acerca de la enfermedad de Parkinson de inicio temprano (EPIT). Aprenderá las diferencias entre el Parkinson típico y la EPIT, explorando las características distintivas de la EPIT, su impacto en la vida diaria y estrategias efectivas para controlar los síntomas y mantener la calidad de vida.

Ya sea que esté recién diagnosticado, sea aliado en el cuidado o simplemente busque aprender más, este webinar ofrece valiosos conocimientos y consejos prácticos de expertos y personas diagnosticadas con la EPIT.

Presentadora

Dra. Ashley Madera
Investigadora de trastornos del movimiento, Programa de trastornos del movimiento
Departamento de neurología, UCLA

Panelistas

Elva Brown
Consejo para personas con Parkinson (People with Parkinson’s Advisory Council)
Persona con la enfermedad de Parkinson de inicio temprano (EPIT)

Monica Broll
Persona con la enfermedad de Parkinson de inicio temprano (EPIT)

Edwin Castillo
Persona con la enfermedad de Parkinson de inicio temprano (EPIT)

¿En busca de algo más? Podrá encontrar todos nuestros videos de EP Salud en Casa- PD Health @ Home en YouTube.

Más información:

Todos los eventos de “EP Salud en Casa-PD Health @ Home" – Parkinson.org/EPSalud.

Una lista de nuestros recursos en español – Parkinson.org/Recursos

Línea de Ayuda – 1-800-473-4636, opción 3 para español.

EP Salud en Casa: Miércoles de Bienestar 
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En este webinar, exploraremos las experiencias y los desafíos únicos que enfrentan las mujeres con la enfermedad de Parkinson (EP). Las mujeres con la EP pueden experimentar síntomas y patrones de progresión diferentes en comparación con los hombres.

Ahondaremos en estos aspectos específicos de género de la EP, discutiremos técnicas de manejo efectivas y proporcionaremos información acerca de los recursos de apoyo disponibles.

Presentadora

Dra. Adrienne M Keener
Profesora clínica adjunta, Programa de trastornos del movimiento
Directora de programa, Programa de residencia
Departamento de neurología, UCLA

Panelista

Lucia Wang
Persona con la enfermedad de Parkinson de inicio temprano (EPIT)

¿En busca de algo más? Podrá encontrar todos nuestros videos de EP Salud en Casa- PD Health @ Home en YouTube.

Más información:

Todos los eventos de “EP Salud en Casa-PD Health @ Home" – Parkinson.org/EPSalud.

Una lista de nuestros recursos en español – Parkinson.org/Recursos

Línea de Ayuda – 1-800-473-4636, opción 3 para español.

More than 110,000 veterans with Parkinson’s disease receive care through the U.S. Department of Affairs (VA).  Many U.S. military veterans with Parkinson’s have access to specialized medical care and financial assistance through the VA. During this webinar, we will dive into an exploration of the extensive resources and dedicated support services that Veterans have access to through the VA and the Parkinson’s Foundation.

Speakers

Gretchen Glenn, LCSW
Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center
Philadelphia PADRECC
Social Worker/Associate Director of Education
National VA PD Consortium Education Subcommittee Chairperson

Johnnie Bourque
Veteran Services Representative
Floater Northern Region

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.

Check-in & Resource Fair start at 9:00 a.m. EST (for in-person attendees)

Living with Parkinson’s can be challenging, but there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life. This program will provide you with information to help you find the balance between a proactive approach and wondering what lies ahead.

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family members, friends and the community. Lunch will be served to those joining us in person.

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Get out and move with your community! Every dollar raised supports the Parkinson’s Foundation mission to make life better for people affected by Parkinson’s disease (PD). At Moving Day Community Walks across the country, we’re fighting Parkinson’s and celebrating movement — proven to help manage Parkinson’s symptoms — and we’re doing it together. The Moving Day Community Walk Program is a complement to the Parkinson’s Foundation Moving Day, A Walk for Parkinson’s. These walks are family-friendly and help the Foundation make life better for people with PD.

The Community Walk program offers volunteers an opportunity to organize a walk in their own community that does not have a Moving Day event. The program leverages the personal experiences and community leadership of passionate volunteers to promote Parkinson’s awareness and raise funds for the Parkinson’s Foundation.

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