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Fitness Counts

11:00 am to 1:30 pm EST
FREE
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In-person check in starts at 11 a.m.; Program starts 11:30 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

Jim Christoffel, PT, DPT, NCS
Miami Valley Hospital

Jackie Magary, PT, DPT, NCS
Kettering Health Network 

Tyler McLean, PT, DPT
Kettering Health Network

This program is free and is open to individuals with Parkinson’s, their loved ones, and the community. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required as in-person seating is limited.


Join us directly after our "Fitness Counts" program for our Dayton Resource Fair! Adjacent to the educational program space from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., we will have local Parkinson’s resources lined up to hand out free information and resources. There will also be music, food trucks, and fun for your entire support team!

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COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.

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Minnesota Spring Parkinson's Symposium 2024

Virtual ( Zoom )
10:00 am to 2:00 pm CDT
FREE

In-person check-in and vendor visits start at 9 a.m.

APDA Minnesota Chapter, Parkinson's Foundation, and the Udall Center at the University of Minnesota are the three leading organizations for Parkinson's disease advocacy in Minnesota. We are excited to invite you to the annual Spring Parkinson's Symposium. 

We will cover mood changes, cognitive changes, and research updates on Parkinson's disease. Attend in-person or online.

Note: We are currently at capacity for our in-person attendance. We hope you can register to join us virtually via Zoom.


For in-person attendees: In-person check-in and vendor visits start at 9 a.m. 

For virtual attendees, via Zoom: The live stream 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 family, friends and the community.

APDA, Udall Center, Parkinson's Foundation

COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.

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My PD Story

Cecelia Beam teaching a class
General PD Community

Cecelia Beam

When I was training for a professional dancing career, I never dreamed that the art form I was learning and loved with such passion would give me the skills to one day be of service to people with physical and cognitive limitations. But that is exactly what happened!

After performing, I had a long career teaching adult ballet technique in colleges and private studios. When I retired from my “day job” as human resources manager for San Francisco Ballet, I was asked to teach adult ballet at the San Francisco Ballet School. Shortly after joining the faculty, Patrick Armand,  then the director of the Ballet School, asked if I would be interested in teaching a dance class for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). Adaptive dance for adults was a new offering and Patrick was an advocate of the program as his mother, a respected ballet teacher died with Parkinson’s.

I enthusiastically accepted the offer, and promptly made my way to receive training at the Mark Morris Dance Center where the Dance for PD program held teacher trainings. I immediately found teaching and choreographing for this population creative and rewarding. After teaching the class for a year, I met Gena Lennon, Director at the Parkinson’s Foundation who educated me about the Foundation and the many ways it supports the community (explore Parkinson’s Foundation resources and upcoming events).

Cecelia Beam and group

With the support from a Parkinson’s Foundation Community Grant, San Francisco Ballet School offers free weekly classes, social gatherings, tickets to ballet performances, dance education and more. Our classes are based in ballet — emphasizing joyful movement, artistry and fun. A ballet school pianist accompanies our class with beautiful music, while accessible choreography propels us forward in our love of the very thing that anyone with Parkinson’s must do — and that is to MOVE!

I have been motivated to learn more about how dance can improve the lives of older adults and recently attended Canada’s National Ballet School’s Teacher Training where I worked closely with the Sharing Dance Program Faculty which brings dance to adults with dementia at residential care facilities. 

We all learned through research and from clinicians that movement is medicine for people with Parkinson’s. San Francisco Ballet School invites all people affected by Parkinson’s, their family members and care partners to class in the studio or online.

Movement is a healthful and beautiful gift we can give ourselves.

Find the Parkinson’s exercise class that works for you! To explore nearby in-person classes visit your local chapter’s webpage or call our Helpline at 1-800-4PD-INFO (1-800-473-4636).

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Understanding Parkinson’s: Live Well Today

Virtual ( Zoom )
9:30 am to 2:30 pm EST
FREE

IN-PERSON REGISTRATION IS AT CAPACITY

If you would like to be placed on the in-person waitlist please email Derek at drussell@parkinson.org.

If you would like to participate virtually, please click the orange "Register for Virtual" button above.

Understanding Parkinson’s: Live Well Today

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.

Speakers

Sarah A Dodwell, MD
MaineHealth

Michael S Kleinman, DO
MaineHealth

Michele Delisle
Occupational Therapist, Back In Motion Physical Therapy

Aimee Reilly, LCSW
Behavioral Health Clinician III at MMP Neurology

Roople Unia, MD
MaineHealth

Anne W Herrick, ANPBC
MaineHealth

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.

Lunch will be provided for in-person registrants. In-person registration is at capacity.


A Collaboration with MaineHealth

Maine Health

COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.

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Managing Changing Symptoms - Edmond, Oklahoma

10:00 am to 1:00 pm CDT
FREE
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Check-in and resource tables start at 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast will be provided.

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. 

Expert Speaker:

John Wedlake, MD
Neurologist 
Stillwater Neurology 

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

Attend in-person

Parking: Parking is complimentary for attendees of the program. 

COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.

The Parkinson’s Foundation South Central Chapter is grateful for the unwavering support of our Chapter Partners and Sponsors. Learn more about them by visiting our Chapter Supporter webpage

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Mind, Mood, and Motion

12:00 pm to 4:00 pm EST
FREE
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In-person check-in starts at 12 p.m.

Exercise is an essential part of overall Parkinson’s management. In addition to helping with movement symptoms, exercise can have a positive impact on non-motor symptoms in Parkinson’s. This program focuses on how exercise supports brain health and can lead to improved emotional and cognitive well-being.

Lunch will be served.

Speakers

Dr. Ann Murray, MD
West Virginia University

Emily J. Taylor, PTA, BS, MS
Mid-Ohio Valley Parkinson’s Support Group, Leader
ROCK STEADY BOXING, Head Coach 

Matthew Burton, MD
Marshall Health

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. 

COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.

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Podcasts

Episode 164: Reintroducing Our Podcast Moderator

As we start the new year, we wanted to turn the tables on our podcast host and moderator, Dan Keller. Dan has hosted our Substantial Matters podcast series since it began more than five years ago. In this episode, we share some insight into his background, his experience, and how he came to host this series, starting as a laboratory researcher, to journalism student, to medical journalist and broadcaster. He talks about the rewards of reaching the Parkinson’s community through podcasts, and shares his suggestions for new, as well as seasoned, listeners.

We invite our listeners to share your feedback by visiting Parkinson.org/Feedback. We want to hear your thoughts so we may continue to improve our podcasts and explore topics that are relevant to you.

Released: January 9, 2024

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Navigating Advancing Needs

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm MDT
Free
Navigating Advancing Needs

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.

 This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required as in-person seating is limited.

Speaker:
Antonia Pusso, MD, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical

Sponsored by:

Seed for Success

COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.

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Mid-Atlantic Chapter Parkinson's Symposium

Virtual ( Zoom )
12:00 pm to 4:00 pm EST
FREE

Check-in start at 12 p.m. ET

Join the Parkinson’s Foundation in person or online for the Mid-Atlantic Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium. Hear about ongoing research, current treatments, and resources available to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s.

Speakers

Dr. Fernando Pagan
Medical Director, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

Dr. Yasar Torres-Yaghi
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital


For in-person attendees: In-person check-in start at  12 p.m. ET. 

For virtual attendees, via Zoom: The live stream starts at 12:30 p.m. ET


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.

COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.

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Midwest Chapter Parkinson's Symposium

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm CDT
FREE

In-person check-in, Lunch and Vendor Visits start at 12 p.m.; Program starts at 1 p.m.

Join the Parkinson’s Foundation, in-person or online, for the Midwest Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium.  Hear about ongoing research, current treatments, and resources available as they relate to Cognition, Mood, and Speech.

Speakers

Aaron C. Malina, PhD, ABPP
Clinical Neuropsychologist
Northwestern Medicine-Lake Forest Hospital

Christine Wancket, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
Neuro Speech Connections, PLLC


For in-person attendees: In-person check-in and vendor visits start at 12 p.m. Lunch will be served during this time.

For virtual attendees, via Zoom: The live stream starts at 1 p.m.


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.

COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.

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