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Live Fitness Friday - Gait Practice & Moving with Confidence

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 1:45 pm EST
FREE
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This session focuses on safe and mindful walking, with options for slow, quick, turning, and pivoting steps. You’ll learn how to align your body and move with greater ease across the floor. 

What to bring: Two folding chairs, a tennis ball, and a small object like a tissue box or water bottle 

Great for: All levels—seated modifications available

Instructor

Judith Sachs
Certified Dance for PD
Certified A Matter of Balance

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.

PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.

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This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

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Live Fitness Friday - Breathe and Energize: Yoga for Mind-Body Connection

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 1:45 pm EST
FREE
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This session emphasizes mindful breathing and gentle, fluid movements designed to support mobility, balance, and relaxation for those living with Parkinson’s. Seated and standing poses, combined with intentional breathwork, help reduce stress, enhance circulation, and promote a greater sense of connection between mind and body. By focusing on controlled movement and breath awareness, this practice can help ease stiffness, improve posture, and foster overall well-being—leaving you feeling more energized and centered.

Instructor

Annela Flores
Senior Program Director and Music Therapist, MusicWorx Inc.
Co-Owner of Union Yoga in San Diego, CA

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.

PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.

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This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

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Living with Parkinson’s Symposium 2025

Virtual ( Zoom )
10:00 am to 2:00 pm EST
FREE
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Join us for the Living with Parkinson’s Symposium 2025. 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. Join us in person or online (via Zoom). 

Hosted by the Parkinson’s Foundation Carolinas Chapter and the Medical University of South Carolina—a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence.

Experts Speakers from MUSC:

  • Christine Cooper, MD
  • Lindsey Cox, MD
  • Nathan DeTurk, MD
  • Vanessa Hinson, MD, PhD
  • Ricardo Lopez, MD
  • Gonzalo Revuelta, DO
  • Nathan Rowland, MD, PhD
  • Amol Sharma, MD

Movement Break Provided by:

  • Cindi Day, AAS

For in-person attendees: In-person check-in starts at 9 a.m.

For virtual attendees via Zoom: The livestream starts at 10 a.m.


There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their families, friends and the community.

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Special Thanks to Our Gold Sponsors:

Supernus
MUSC Rehab Hospital an Aff. of Encompass Health

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Hacia Adelante: Navegando el Mar del Parkinson

10:45 am to 2:00 pm CDT
FREE
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Entender los complejos síntomas y tratamientos de la enfermedad de Parkinson es importante para la persona con Parkinson, así como para sus familiares y cuidadores.  Junto con su comunidad, aprenda cómo navegar a través del cuidado del Parkinson, incluyendo alternativas para manejar los síntomas, la importancia del ejercicio y la buena nutrición, así como maneras de conectar con recursos y otros sistemas de apoyo.

Presentadora

Dra. Elsa Rodarte Rascon
UT Health Houston - McGovern Medical School

El estacionamiento y el almuerzo son gratuitos y hay una zona de actividades para niños disponible. 

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Este programa es gratuito y está disponible para las personas con Parkinson, sus familiares, amigos, personas de apoyo y promotores de salud.

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Staying Active as a Veteran with Parkinson’s

Virtual ( Zoom )
2:30 pm to 4:00 pm EST
FREE
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Exercise and staying active are essential not only for physical health but also for mental and emotional well-being, especially as a veteran living with Parkinson’s disease. This program will address how staying active can positively impact physical symptoms, mood, and overall health. Participants will learn about the benefits of exercise, discover strategies to stay active beyond traditional workouts, and explore meaningful activities that bring joy and purpose.  

Speakers

Hillari Olson, DPT, RYT 200
LSVT BIG®, PWR! Moves® Certified Clinician
Program Coordinator / Physical Therapist
Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Program
Minneapolis VA Health Care System

Emily Hall, LCSW
Southeast PADRECC Senior Social Worker
Central Virginia VA Healthcare System

Konner Kielman, OTD, OTR/L
LSVT BIG® Certified Clinician
Occupational Therapist
Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Program
Minneapolis VA Health Care System

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.

 

The Parkinson's Foundation is proud to partner with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to improve the health, well-being and quality of life for veterans with PD.

This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

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Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson's Symposium

Virtual ( Zoom )
9:00 am to 1:30 pm EST
FREE
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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. 

Keynote Speaker

Michael S. Okun, M.D.
Adelaide Lackner Professor of Neurology
Executive Director, Normal Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases

Expert Speakers

Irene Malaty, M.D., F.A.A.N.
Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases -
University of Florida Movement Disorders

Ihtsham ul Haq, MD, FAAN
Professor of Neurology and Chief of Movement Disorders Divisions
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence 

Robert Hauser, MD, MBA
Director, Parkinson's Disease & Movement
University of South Florida
A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence

Event Volunteers Needed! Service hours and lunch are provided. To sign up and learn more, visit: Volunteer sign-up here

Stay tuned for more information!

For in-person attendees: Check-in and Resource Fair start at 9 a.m. Lunch will be served.

For virtual attendees via Zoom: The live stream starts at 10 a.m.

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required since lunch will be served. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community.

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Expert Briefing: The Latest Advances in Parkinson’s Research and Treatment

April 9, 2025

Join us for an in-depth look at the latest advancements in Parkinson’s disease research and the emerging treatments. This webinar will cover the current medication pipeline, highlighting new therapies and their potential impact on symptom management. Participants will also learn how to identify and participate in relevant clinical studies, staying informed on the cutting-edge research that is shaping the future of Parkinson’s care.

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Presenter

Kevin McFarthing, PhD
Parkinson's Research Advocate, Oxford, UK

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Cambios en el estado de ánimo y el pensamiento en la EP

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST
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En este webinar, exploraremos los cambios en el estado de ánimo y el pensamiento asociados con la enfermedad de Parkinson. Analizaremos cómo éstos afectan la vida diaria, las interacciones sociales y el bienestar emocional, tanto de las personas con Parkinson como de sus aliados en el cuidado. Además, discutiremos estrategias para afrontar estos cambios y aumentar la motivación.

Presentadora

Ileana Pacheco- Colón, PhD
Neuropsicóloga clínica
Licenciada en psicología
Neuropsychology Associates of Miami

¿En busca de algo más? Podrá encontrar todos nuestros videos de EP Salud en Casa en YouTube.


Más información:

Todos los eventos de “EP Salud en Casa" – 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 es presentado por Light of Day Foundation, cuya generosidad ha hecho posible esta programación.

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Impacto de la EP en el habla y la deglución

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST
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En este webinar, exploraremos el impacto de la enfermedad de Parkinson (EP) en el habla y la deglución, analizando qué sucede en la garganta que dificulta estas funciones. Además, presentaremos estrategias y ejercicios prácticos para mejorar la comunicación y la seguridad al tragar, promoviendo una mejor calidad de vida.

Presentadora

Ana Molano MS, CCC-SLP 
Especialista clínica en voz y deglución
Voice Rehab 

¿En busca de algo más? Podrá encontrar todos nuestros videos de EP Salud en Casa en YouTube.


Más información:

Todos los eventos de “EP Salud en Casa" – 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 es presentado por Light of Day Foundation, cuya generosidad ha hecho posible esta programación.

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Cómo las perspectivas hispanas están transformando el cuidado de la salud

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST
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Este webinar ofrecerá una visión general sobre los diferentes tipos de investigación clínica, incluyendo la observacional y la intervencional. Exploraremos investigaciones psicosociales enfocadas en mejorar la comunicación en personas con la enfermedad de Parkinson y cómo las opiniones de los participantes son esenciales para la creación de grupos de apoyo culturalmente inclusivos. Se destacarán las perspectivas de los participantes y se discutirán formas de involucrarse en estudios de investigación para contribuir al avance del cuidado de Parkinson.

Presentadora

Gemma Moya-Galé, PhD, CCC-SLP  
Profesora adjunta, Programa en Ciencias y Trastornos de la Comunicación 
Directora del Laboratorio Comunicación, Tecnología y Diversidad Lingüística 
Directora, Speech for PD
Teachers College, Columbia University (un Centro de Excelencia de la Parkinson's Foundation)
 

¿En busca de algo más? Podrá encontrar todos nuestros videos de EP Salud en Casa en YouTube.


Más información:

Todos los eventos de “EP Salud en Casa" – 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 es presentado por Light of Day Foundation, cuya generosidad ha hecho posible esta programación.

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