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.
Parkinson’s Champions athletes raise funds and awareness for the Parkinson’s Foundation while competing in some of the world’s most popular races. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease, because Parkinson’s isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon.
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.
Parkinson’s Champions athletes raise funds and awareness for the Parkinson’s Foundation while competing in some of the world’s most popular races. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease, because Parkinson’s isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon.
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.
Parkinson’s Champions athletes raise funds and awareness for the Parkinson’s Foundation while competing in some of the world’s most popular races. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease, because Parkinson’s isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon.
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.
Parkinson’s Champions athletes raise funds and awareness for the Parkinson’s Foundation while competing in some of the world’s most popular races. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease, because Parkinson’s isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon.
Thanks to our wonderful donors and community, we are excited to announce that our Reach Further fundraising campaign exceeded its goal early. In just three years, we raised $38.4 million to accelerate progress in Parkinson’s disease (PD) research, improve care and increase access to quality-of-life programs.
“Exceeding our campaign goal is a huge milestone, and we are so grateful to every person who made this campaign a priority,” said John L. Lehr, president and CEO of the Parkinson’s Foundation. “These funds allow us to accelerate our mission and create lasting impact in the lives of people with Parkinson’s.”
Launched in 2021, the Reach Further campaign helped fund PD programs and provide resources to local communities across the nation, providing support to people with Parkinson’s and their loved ones.
Here are four of the ways your support of the Reach Further campaign helped us impact people with Parkinson’s:
1. Recruited more than 15,000 participants for PD GENEration: Mapping the Future of Parkinson’s disease, our landmark genetics initiative. We also expanded access to the study to Black and African American communities, as well as Spanish-speaking communities in the U.S. and throughout the Western Hemisphere.
Thanks to this expansion, more people with Parkinson’s know if they have a genetic form of PD and have received genetic counseling to understand their results. So far, the study has identified that 12.7% of participants have a genetic form of PD.
Increasing the number of people participating in PD GENEration, and ensuring we are testing a diverse population, an accelerate relevant clinical trials, bringing us closer to a better understanding of PD and identifying potential new treatments.
2. Launched Parkinson’s Virtual Biotech in partnership with Parkinson’s UK to build a pipeline of new drugs exclusively aimed to target Parkinson’s.
Taking a new drug from an idea to becoming an available medication can take years and upwards of one billion dollars. The Parkinson’s Virtual Biotech works to accelerate that timeline by building a pipeline of new drugs exclusively for Parkinson’s.
The Parkinson’s Virtual Biotech is directly investing in medications that either address symptoms or aim to slow, stop or prevent the disease altogether.
3. Expanded our Global Care Network, adding 18 new Center designations to provide better, more attainable care.
Finding the right care team can improve the health and quality of life of a person with Parkinson’s. Our Global Care Network aims to make high-quality care accessible to more people with Parkinson’s, while also providing health professionals the chance to advance their skills and share their knowledge.
Through expanding our Global Care Network, we are taking one step closer to our goal of ensuring all people with PD have access to the equitable and quality care they need, when and where they need it.
4. Awarded $4 million in community grants across the U.S., addressing critical needs such as exercise, mental health and care partner support.
From dance classes to Rock Steady Boxing workout classes, local PD programs empower people with Parkinson’s and help them find community support. Through our community grants, we are proud to support the dedicated professionals and volunteers offering vital programs and resources to people with Parkinson’s around the country. These programs foster local Parkinson’s communities and help people live better with PD.
THANK YOU for helping us make life better for people with Parkinson’s through your support of the Reach Further campaign. These impact-driven achievements could not have happened without your support. Your generosity continues to elevate our research, care and education programs to new heights.
Discover new ways you can help the Parkinson’s community. Learn more about the Parkinson’s Foundation at Parkinson.orgor 1.800.4PD.INFO (1-800-473-4636).
While still in the developmental stage, genetic and cell-based therapies hold some promise for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). This webinar will review the basics of gene and cell-based therapies. We will discuss what these therapies may or may not accomplish for the person with Parkinson’s as well as what to expect in terms of the treatment process.
Speaker
Joohi Jimenez-Shahed, MD
Medical Director, Movement Disorders Neuromodulation & Brain Circuit Therapeutics
Associate Professor, Neurology and Neurosurgery
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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.
Parkinson’s Champions athletes raise funds and awareness for the Parkinson’s Foundation while competing in some of the world’s most popular races. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease, because Parkinson’s isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon.
Join us for an interactive session filled with fun, simple games designed to foster connection, creativity, and confidence, all while sharing plenty of laughs. We'll also explore the power of storytelling in health and discuss how you can reshape your personal narrative to enhance your quality of life.
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 Champions athletes raise funds and awareness for the Parkinson’s Foundation while competing in some of the world’s most popular races. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease, because Parkinson’s isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon.
In-person check-in, vendor visits, coffee and community time starts at 10 a.m.
Navigating Parkinson’s disease involves looking ahead, learning and adjusting as symptoms and needs change. This program addresses some of the challenges of advancing PD and explores strategies to prepare for the future, including how to evolve your care plans and treatments throughout progression so you can live your best life with PD now.
Speakers
Jori Fleisher, MD, MSCE, FAAN
Rush University Medical Center, A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence
Sarah Mitchell Chen, LCSW, APHSW-C
Rush University Medical Center, A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence
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.
10 a.m. In-person check-in, Vendor Visits, Coffee, Community Time
Parkinson’s Champions athletes raise funds and awareness for the Parkinson’s Foundation while competing in some of the world’s most popular races. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease, because Parkinson’s isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon.
This program offers an introduction and basic overview of Parkinson’s disease (PD). PD varies from person to person and changes over time. Discover its causes, common symptoms and available treatments. Learn practical daily living tips to empower you to take charge of your health and to navigate the challenges of living with PD.
Speaker
Matthew Burns, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor of Neurology, Movement Disorders Specialist
Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases, University of Florida Health
A Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence
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.
Parkinson’s Champions athletes raise funds and awareness for the Parkinson’s Foundation while competing in some of the world’s most popular races. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease, because Parkinson’s isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon.
The Parkinson's Foundation is pleased to join the Hawai'i community again this year!
Parkinson's research is important to finding better treatments and improving care.At this program, attendees will learn aboutwhat's new in research, how research shapes treatments, and about care strategies for managing Parkinson’s symptoms.
People with Parkinson’s, their loved ones, and health providers are invited to join us for a Resource Fair, exercise demonstrations, table activities, raffles and giveaways, and lunch. This event will also feature PD GENEration, a research study offering genetic testing and counseling for people with a confirmed PD diagnosis.
Registration, parking and meals are provided at no cost to attendees, but registration is required.
SPEAKERS: Michiko Bruno, MD; Web Ross, MD; Fay Gao, MD
Parkinson’s Champions athletes raise funds and awareness for the Parkinson’s Foundation while competing in some of the world’s most popular races. Every step we take brings us closer to a future without Parkinson’s disease, because Parkinson’s isn’t a sprint, it’s a marathon.
