Educational Events

The PD Solo Network

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm EST
FREE
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Parkinson's Foundation Launches: The PD Solo Network - Living Alone While Living with PD

There are two sessions available: You are welcome to choose one or attend both.
– 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET
– 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. ET

What is the PD Solo Network: 

A virtual network for people living with Parkinson's disease (PD) who live alone, by choice or circumstance. The purpose of this group is to create a community of support for those living without a care partner. People living with PD are the experts about what challenges, changes and accommodations are needed on a daily basis. This network will provide a place to share ideas, concerns, brainstorm strategies, suggestions, resources & to build relationships.

The Parkinson's Foundation is providing the initial funding and support to kick start this network. It will most likely become a very strong network that will operate independently although the Parkinson's Foundation will always be an entity of support & information for the participants.

Upcoming Meeting Dates:

– June 11 and June 25, 2024
– July 9 and July 23, 2024
– August 13 and August 27, 2024
– September 10 and September 24, 2024
– October 8 and October 22, 2024
– November 12 and November 26, 2024
– December 10, 2024

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link.

This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

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Educational Events

The PD Solo Network

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm EST
FREE
REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL
PD Solo event banner of woman staring out the window

Parkinson's Foundation Launches: The PD Solo Network - Living Alone While Living with PD

There are two sessions available: You are welcome to choose one or attend both.
– 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET
– 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. ET

What is the PD Solo Network: 

A virtual network for people living with Parkinson's disease (PD) who live alone, by choice or circumstance. The purpose of this group is to create a community of support for those living without a care partner. People living with PD are the experts about what challenges, changes and accommodations are needed on a daily basis. This network will provide a place to share ideas, concerns, brainstorm strategies, suggestions, resources & to build relationships.

The Parkinson's Foundation is providing the initial funding and support to kick start this network. It will most likely become a very strong network that will operate independently although the Parkinson's Foundation will always be an entity of support & information for the participants.

Upcoming Meeting Dates:

– June 11 and June 25, 2024
– July 9 and July 23, 2024
– August 13 and August 27, 2024
​​​​​​​– September 10 and September 24, 2024

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link.

This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

Upcoming Events

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Educational Events

The PD Solo Network

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm EST
FREE
REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL
PD Solo event banner of woman staring out the window

Parkinson's Foundation Launches: The PD Solo Network - Living Alone While Living with PD

There are two sessions available: You are welcome to choose one or attend both.
– 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET
– 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. ET

What is the PD Solo Network: 

A virtual network for people living with Parkinson's disease (PD) who live alone, by choice or circumstance. The purpose of this group is to create a community of support for those living without a care partner. People living with PD are the experts about what challenges, changes and accommodations are needed on a daily basis. This network will provide a place to share ideas, concerns, brainstorm strategies, suggestions, resources & to build relationships.

The Parkinson's Foundation is providing the initial funding and support to kick start this network. It will most likely become a very strong network that will operate independently although the Parkinson's Foundation will always be an entity of support & information for the participants.

Upcoming Meeting Dates:

– June 11 and June 25, 2024
– July 9 and July 23, 2024
– August 13 and August 27, 2024

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link.

This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

Upcoming Events

View All
Educational Events

The PD Solo Network

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm EST
FREE
REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL
PD Solo event banner of woman staring out the window

Parkinson's Foundation Launches: The PD Solo Network - Living Alone While Living with PD

There are two sessions available: You are welcome to choose one or attend both.
– 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET
– 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. ET

What is the PD Solo Network: 

A virtual network for people living with Parkinson's disease (PD) who live alone, by choice or circumstance. The purpose of this group is to create a community of support for those living without a care partner. People living with PD are the experts about what challenges, changes and accommodations are needed on a daily basis. This network will provide a place to share ideas, concerns, brainstorm strategies, suggestions, resources & to build relationships.

The Parkinson's Foundation is providing the initial funding and support to kick start this network. It will most likely become a very strong network that will operate independently although the Parkinson's Foundation will always be an entity of support & information for the participants.

Upcoming Meeting Dates:

– June 11 and June 25, 2024
– July 9 and July 23, 2024
– August 13 and August 27, 2024

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link.

This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

Upcoming Events

View All
Educational Events

The PD Solo Network

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm EST
FREE
REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL
PD Solo event banner of woman staring out the window

Parkinson's Foundation Launches: The PD Solo Network - Living Alone While Living with PD

There are two sessions available: You are welcome to choose one or attend both.
– 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET
– 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. ET

What is the PD Solo Network: 

A virtual network for people living with Parkinson's disease (PD) who live alone, by choice or circumstance. The purpose of this group is to create a community of support for those living without a care partner. People living with PD are the experts about what challenges, changes and accommodations are needed on a daily basis. This network will provide a place to share ideas, concerns, brainstorm strategies, suggestions, resources & to build relationships.

The Parkinson's Foundation is providing the initial funding and support to kick start this network. It will most likely become a very strong network that will operate independently although the Parkinson's Foundation will always be an entity of support & information for the participants.

Upcoming Meeting Dates:

– June 11 and June 25, 2024
– July 9 and July 23, 2024
– August 13 and August 27, 2024

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link.

This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

Upcoming Events

View All
Educational Events

The PD Solo Network

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm EST
FREE
REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL
PD Solo event banner of woman staring out the window

Parkinson's Foundation Launches: The PD Solo Network - Living Alone While Living with PD

There are two sessions available: You are welcome to choose one or attend both.
– 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET
– 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. ET

What is the PD Solo Network: 

A virtual network for people living with Parkinson's disease (PD) who live alone, by choice or circumstance. The purpose of this group is to create a community of support for those living without a care partner. People living with PD are the experts about what challenges, changes and accommodations are needed on a daily basis. This network will provide a place to share ideas, concerns, brainstorm strategies, suggestions, resources & to build relationships.

The Parkinson's Foundation is providing the initial funding and support to kick start this network. It will most likely become a very strong network that will operate independently although the Parkinson's Foundation will always be an entity of support & information for the participants.

Upcoming Meeting Dates:

– June 11 and June 25, 2024
– July 9 and July 23, 2024
– August 13 and August 27, 2024

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required in order to receive the Zoom link.

This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering.

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Books

Guía para recién diagnosticados

La "Guía para recién diagnosticados" está diseñada para ayudar a las personas con la enfermedad de Parkinson (EP) y a sus seres queridos a iniciar su recorrido por la EP, aprender más acerca de la EP y prepararse para una cita médica.

Recibir un diagnóstico de la EP puede ser abrumador. Esta noticia alteradora de vida puede generarle inseguridad acerca de su siguiente paso. Al empezar a procesar sus emociones, que pueden ser muy variadas, es importante que sepa que no está solo. La Parkinson’s Foundation está a su lado en cada etapa.

Tomar el control de lo que pueda minimizará el estrés y mejorará su bienestar. En esta guía encontrará cinco pasos que pueden ayudarle a empezar a vivir bien con la EP:

  • Determinar sus objetivos

  • Encontrar a alguien con quien hablar

  • Crear hábitos saludables

  • Mantenerse activo

  • Encontrar un experto en Parkinson

Tómese su tiempo con nuestra "Guía para recién diagnosticados" para aprender más acerca de la enfermedad de Parkinson y cómo optimizar las citas médicas. Trabajar de la mano con su equipo de atención puede ayudarle a adaptar su plan de tratamiento y sentar las bases para una vida mejor con la EP.

Fundraising Events

Community Walk - Walk Over Water

1:00 pm to 5:00 pm EST
FREE
Group of people going through the finish line at a Moving Day Walk

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

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Videos & Webinars

Expert Briefing: Trouble with Zzz's: Sleep Challenges with Parkinson's

May 8, 2024

A good night’s sleep is critical to our health and well-being.  For people with Parkinson’s, sleep is more important as the brain and body need more time to restore. Learn about the common sleep issues associated with Parkinson's disease, how it affects sleep quality, and explore ways to get a better night's sleep while living with PD.

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Presenter

Aleks Videnovic, MD, MSc
Director, Division of Sleep Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital
Professor of Neurology, Harvard Medical School

Videos & Webinars

Vertigo & Dizziness in Parkinson's Disease

Dizziness and vertigo are commonly reported symptoms in people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). Dizziness is a term used to describe a range of sensations, such as being on the verge of fainting, feeling woozy, weak or unsteady. Dizziness that creates the false sense that you or your surroundings are spinning or moving is called vertigo. All types of dizziness can lead to balance problems.

In general, both symptoms are less notable in people in the early stages of Parkinson’s. It is more common for older people with Parkinson’s to experience dizziness or vertigo. When tested, many people with PD experience vestibular dysfunction (balance issues related to the inner ear) even without having symptoms of vertigo or dizziness.

While these non-movement symptoms are common, they are often overlooked. To optimize your treatment, know how to identify vertigo and dizziness, so you can address the issue with your care team.

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