Check-in & Resource Fair* begins at 10 a.m. and the program starts at 11:00 a.m. 

After many years of good symptom management, Parkinson’s disease may become more challenging. Learn how Parkinson’s symptoms may change over time and new strategies available for managing them.

*The Resource Fair will feature local Community Partners that provide services and support for the Parkinson’s Community.

Speakers

Jill Farmer, DO, MPH, FCPP
BoroNeuro

Gian Pal MD, MS
Rutgers Health, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Ken Thurman

On-site parking is available. Lunch will be served.

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.

Doors open at 9:30 a.m.

Take charge of your Parkinson’s journey with practical tips to get the most out of every medical visit. This program will highlight simple, effective strategies to help you prepare for appointments, ask the right questions, track symptoms and medications, and build the care team that works best for you.

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

Expert Speakers:

Julie Kurek, MD
Augusta University/Wellstar-MCG

Lori Burkhead-Morgan, PhD, CCC-SLP
Augusta University/Wellstar-MCG

Pull up a chair, pour yourself a cup, and join us for an open conversation with the Parkinson’s Foundation’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Sneha Mantri and guest expert, Dr. Matthew Burns. Our Coffee & Conversation series creates a space for you to ask the questions that matter most. This sessions will focuse on the movement symptoms of Parkinson's. 

From tremors to stiffness to changes in balance, movement symptoms are often the most visible signs of Parkinson’s—but they can also be the most misunderstood. In this session, Dr. Sneha Mantri Dr. Matthew Burns will answer your questions about managing, treating, and living with movement symptoms.

Bring your questions. Bring your curiosity. Bring the conversation. Don’t forget your coffee (or tea!).

Speakers

Sneha Mantri, MD, MS
Neurologist, Duke University
Chief Medical Officer, Parkinson's Foundation 

Matthew R. Burns, M.D., Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Neurology, Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at UF Health, Department of Neurology, University of Florida College of Medicine

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.

As Parkinson’s disease progresses, care needs can become more complex—impacting daily routines, independence, and long-term planning. This webinar will help veterans, and their care partners prepare for the changes that may come with advancing Parkinson’s. We’ll explore strategies for proactive care planning, VA services to support evolving needs, and resources to maintain quality of life through each stage of the disease. 

Speakers

Reversa Joseph, MD, MS
Director of Movement Disorders Clinic
Chalmers P. Wylie VA

Amanda Ripke, LCSW
Movement Disorders Clinic
Chalmers P. Wylie VA

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.

Navigating medical appointments with Parkinson’s can feel overwhelming, especially when time is limited, and priorities compete. The Parkinson’s Foundation Optimizing Care Initiative emphasizes the importance of what matters to you—ensuring your voice, story, and needs are central to your care. This webinar will explore practical strategies for self-advocacy, how to use storytelling to share your health journey effectively, and ways to clearly communicate your priorities so you leave your appointments feeling heard and empowered. 

Speaker

Sneha Mantri, MD, MS
Neurologist, Duke University
Chief Medical Officer, Parkinson's Foundation

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.

Learn why boxing is such a great way to combat the symptoms of Parkinson’s as Coaches lead you through a moderate to vigorous basic boxing circuit and discuss the “why” behind how Rock Steady adapts a boxer’s traditional training regimen to target symptoms of PD.

Equipment needed: Chair, boxing gloves

Instructors

Chris Timberlake, ACSM CPT, CIFT

Preston Moon
RSB Head Coach
 

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.

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.

Learn more about bringing an event to your area.

The Parkinson's Foundation is an official charity partner for the 2026 Cape Town Marathon. By signing up to run as a Parkinson's Champion you commit to raising funds and awareness for the Parkinson's Foundation, and in return you get access to a free entry (bib) to the race in addition to tons of other fun benefits and perks. Register to run now at PDChampionsCapeTown.org.

Fundraising Commitments:

• Marathon - $2,250

*If you manage to purchase your own bib to the race and want to join the team as an Honorary Athlete, please email us at Run4PD@Parkinson.org

*Even though the 2025 race had to be canceled due to high winds, the 2026 Cape Town Marathon IS set to go as planned, and athletes WILL be eligible for an Abbott World Marathon Major Star for finishing the race once the event completes certification! There are some specific details about how this will all work on our Event Details page. 

As the newest Abbott World Major Marathon (set to be fully confirmed in 2026), and first ever on the continent of Africa, the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is a global city race renowned for its beautiful, fast, and flat route that showcases Cape Town's ocean scenery, mountains, and cultural attractions. Experience the vibrant beauty of Cape Town and everything South Africa has to offer. 

If you have questions, send us an email at Run4PD@Parkinson.org. For more information about the race itself, visit the Cape Town Marathon Homepage.