Expand your Parkinson's disease knowledge and learn practical strategies and insights from members from the Struthers Parkinson Care team, along with some special guests.

Speakers from Struthers Parkinson's Center

Martha Nance, MD
Jessica Buss, DPT
Joan Hlas, LISW
Sarah Donley, RN
Ellen Hornbeak, DPT
Rick Vandendolder, OT
Angie Kezar, OT

Upon registering, you will receive a Zoom link to participate. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

Presented by the Parkinson's Foundation and Struthers Parkinson’s Center

The Parkinson’s Foundation is grateful for the unwavering support of our Program Sponsors. We invite you to view our full list of sponsors and learn more about them by visiting our Chapter Supporters Webpage.

Wellness Wednesday: Social Engagement Series

In this virtual program, we will explore how to maintain a healthy diet during the holiday season while effectively managing your symptoms. We will delve into the latest nutritional research related to Parkinson's disease and be available to address any questions you might have regarding Parkinson's and dietary choices.

Please click the recipe below to view the ingredients so you can prepare and join us on the day of the program, ready to go!

Quinoa Lettuce Wraps

Speaker

Erin Presant, DO, CCMS
Founder of Medicine of Yum

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

Due to the nature of our social engagement programs and to protect the privacy of participants, we will not be recording or archiving these programs. By not recording, it's our hope that the program provides a comfortable environment that encourages meaningful participation.

Wellness Wednesday: Parkinson's Anonymous Series

This webinar is designed for those who are close to someone who has been recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s. During our time together, we will highlight the challenges many people face when negotiating how and when their loved one will share their diagnosis publicly. Recognizing that the family member’s needs may differ from the person with Parkinson’s, attendees will hear from peers who have navigated this process and the lessons they’ve learned. We will highlight ways to find support without crossing your loved one with Parkinson’s boundaries. 

Speaker

Kelly McWilliams, MSN, RN
Nurse Navigator, Corewell Health Movement Disorders
Parkinson's Foundation Ambassador and Comprehensive Care Center Coordinator

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

Wellness Wednesday: Social Engagement Series

Beginning from "home base" seated in our chairs, we'll commence with a quiet baseball player's body warmup. However, our energy will gradually rise as we encourage one another while virtually hitting home runs!  To share our experience with our fellow PD Health @ Home-ers in our zoom gallery, we'll create a silent story with our bodies using facial expression, gesture, energy, and then enhance it with unique sounds.  We’ll save time to journey into a surprise artwork. During this experience, you'll discover ways to translate your impressions into a personalized movement mantra.

Speaker

Cynthia Pegado, Director
Moving Body & Mind

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

Due to the nature of our social engagement programs and to protect the privacy of participants, we will not be recording or archiving these programs. By not recording, it's our hope that the program provides a comfortable environment that encourages meaningful participation.

Parkinson's Anonymous Series: New to PD

Designed for people with Parkinson’s, this webinar will highlight the challenges many people face when deciding how and when to share their diagnosis publicly. Recognizing that both cultural and financial factors come into play, the decision to “come out” with Parkinson’s can be emotional and personal. Attendees will hear from peers who have navigated this process and the lessons they’ve learned. We will highlight ways to find support without sharing a diagnosis beyond your comfort level.  

We will be hosting a second Parkinson's Anonymous event, designed for care partners and loved ones of a person living with Parkinson's, who have not shared their diagnosis publicly. Care partners, please join us on November 15th for "Parkinson's Anonymous: New to PD Caregiving".

Speakers

JM Kenny, Person with Parkinson's

Elva Brown, Person with Parkinson's

Anna Grill, Person with Parkinson's

Wellness Wednesday

This program will provide a basic overview of Parkinson’s disease. Learn what Parkinson’s is, what causes it, common symptoms, treatments, and strategies for managing symptoms.

Speaker

Joy Antonelle de Marcaida, MD
Hartford Healthcare, Chase Family Movement Disorder Center

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

Wellness Wednesday: Social Engagement Series

During this Social Engagement webinar, we will demonstrate the creation of a 'bowl' incorporating grains, vegetables, and protein. Additionally, we will delve into the techniques on how it can be repurposed with other sides as well if you’re meal prepping. You don’t want to miss this delightful meal.

View the recipe here.

Speaker

Erin Presant, DO, CCMS
Founder of Medicine of Yum

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

Due to the nature of our social engagement programs and to protect the privacy of participants, we will not be recording or archiving these programs. By not recording, it's our hope that the program provides a comfortable environment that encourages meaningful participation.

Wellness Wednesday

Thinking changes, mental confusion, and altered behaviors can often occur in Parkinson’s disease. These changes can be frustrating and challenging and often have a significant impact on quality of life for the person with Parkinson’s and those close to them.  With a focus on mid to late-stage Parkinson’s, understand what causes these changes, ways to manage them and how to communicate concerns with family members and the care team.

Speaker

Myriam Sollman, PhD, ABPP, Neuropsychologist
Prisma Health U of SC School of Medicine

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

Special thanks to our sponsor:

Join health psychologist, Taylor Rush, PhD, as she explores 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, PhD - Health Psychologist, Director of Behavioral Services and Interdisciplinary Programs, Center for Neurological Restoration, Cleveland Clinic

Managing a chronic condition can bring up feelings of overwhelm and anxiety. In this session we will think together about the cultivation of equanimity through mindfulness practice and offer a meditation specifically designed to build equanimity in the face of life’s most pressing challenges.

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

Devon Hase, Meditation Teacher, Author

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.