Check-in and resource fair starts at 10 a.m.; Program starts 11:00 a.m.

Studies have demonstrated that exercise has brain and body benefits for people with Parkinson’s disease. Exercise can help to improve Parkinson’s symptoms and help individuals do the activities they enjoy. Learn that there are benefits to movement at all stages of Parkinson’s and that it is never too late to start.

Speakers

Erin Buckley, OTR/L
Central Virginia VA Health Care System

Cameron Gordon, PT, DPT
Veterans Healthcare Administration

Alyssa Yeary, PT, DPT, NCS
VCU Health

Margaret Preston
Power Over Parkinson's (POP)

Molly Cupka 
Up ENDing Parkinson’s

Lindsay Dawson, PT, DPT
Rock Steady Boxing Richmond

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.

Acompañe a la Parkinson’s Foundation en nuestro evento educativo en español para explorar formas de mantenerse motivado cuando se vive con Parkinson y disfrute de una feria de recursos, baile, almuerzo, juegos, rifas, oportunidades de investigación in situ y mucho más.

Este programa es gratuito y está disponible para las personas con Parkinson, sus familiares, amigos, personas de apoyo y promotores de salud. Entre los presentadores estarán Natalie Diaz, MD, Pacific Neuroscience Institute; Ignacio Mata, PhD, Cleveland Clinic; Xavier Cagigas, PhD, UCLA; y Adriana Jimenez, Give for a Smile. 

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

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Living with Parkinson’s can be challenging, but many resources are available to help you live your best quality of life. This program will provide important information about defining your care goals – both now and for the future – as well as guidance on accessing supportive services.

The event is free and is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community. Registration is required as in-person seating is limited.

Thank you to our event partners, the Greater Fresno Parkinson’s Support Group and Move Up Health.

Speaker: Kwame Adjepong, MD, UCSF

There are many non-motor challenges associated with Parkinson’s disease that may not always be easy to discuss. With a focus on cognition & thinking changes, this program will provide strategies for coping and talking about it with healthcare providers or loved ones.

Speakers

Mariel B. Deutsch, MD, FAAN
Neurology MIND Care
Cognitive Behavioral Neurologist at Neurology MIND Care PLLC

Kaitlin Stephen, MS, OT/L, LSVT
Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy

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 ready to challenge your body and mind with this exciting high-energy class designed for individuals with Parkinson’s. You’ll alternate between heart-pumping cardio intervals and balance exercises that not only strengthen your stability but also improve your multitasking skills. By combining physical and cognitive tasks, this class helps you enhance both coordination and mental agility.

Choose from three versions based on your balance needs: standing without support, standing with support, or seated. Whatever your ability, there's a version for you!

Instructor

Nicole Lanzafame, PT, DPT, Clinic Director, Wellness 360

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.

Negative thinking can contribute to unnecessary self-criticism, negative emotions like depression or anxiety, and avoidant behaviors that can impact our ability to manage a chronic illness well. While it is natural to experience negative thoughts,  when our mind is stuck in the past or focused on the future, we are not being mindful of the things we can control now. When the thoughts become overwhelming our autonomic nervous system becomes unbalanced and managing physical symptoms can become more challenging.  

Join us to get "unhooked" from that negative anchor through guided imagery and breathwork.

Speaker

Danielle R. Carns, PsyD - Director, Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder Program; Clinical Neuropsychologist, Assistant Professor, University of Pittsburgh School 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.

In sessions with Dr. Rush, we explore different dimensions of a mindfulness practice. She will share ways to ground and settle the mind and body. These mindfulness techniques can offer moments of respite and clarity that can be useful throughout your week. Find a comfortable seat and join your mindful Parkinson's community for a special session.

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

Taylor Rush, Ph.D. - Health Psychologist, Director of Behavioral Services and Interdisciplinary Programs, Center for Neurological Restoration, Cleveland Clinic

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.

In research studies, gratitude has been linked to better sleep, immunity, and self-esteem, as well as lower stress, anxiety, and depression. This session will focus on how to cultivate this most beneficial state of the heart, and offer a gratitude meditation.

Speaker

Nico Hase, PhD
Author, Meditation Teacher

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.

Timeless Grooves: Chair Yoga Dance Class for All 

This class invites you to embrace the joy of movement and relaxation through a unique blend of chair yoga and dance. Designed for all ages and abilities, this session begins with gentle chair yoga exercises to center the mind and warm up the body.

As the music starts, we transition into fun and rhythmic chair dance routines that are easy to follow and adaptable to your comfort level—whether you prefer to stay seated or explore standing movements. This class is a celebration of inclusivity, promoting health and well-being through accessible movements that everyone can enjoy.

Join us for a delightful fusion of yoga and dance that will leave you feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and connected to the rhythm of life. Let's move together and experience the timeless grooves that uplift the spirit and nourish the soul!

Items needed: armless chair and a water bottle

Instructor

Sherry Zak Morris, Certified Yoga Therapist, Founder of Yoga Vista

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 poet Maya Angelou once said, forgiveness is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves. But how do we do it? In this session, we will introduce a detailed, step-by-step process for cultivating the heart of forgiveness, as well as a guided meditation on forgiveness.

Speaker

Nico Hase, PhD, Author, Meditation Teacher

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.