Join Parkinson’s Resource Organization (PRO), together with the Parkinson’s Foundation, for “Mind, Mood, and Motion,” a free educational symposium for people with Parkinson's and care partners.

Exercise is a powerful tool for managing Parkinson’s disease symptoms at every stage. This program explains how staying active supports movement, mood and thinking—and may even slow disease progression. Participants will learn practical ways to build exercise into daily life for better mobility and overall well-being.

Attendance is free, including light refreshments and parking, but registration is required and seating is limited.

Speaker:

John D. Legge, MD, Eisenhower Medical Associates

Explore practical ways to make everyday life at home safer, easier and more manageable. We will discuss simple modifications, routines and tools that can support independence and confidence while helping reduce common safety risks.

Program runs from 10 to 11 am Central Time. Join us on your computer or tablet for the best experience and so you can see all slides.

Expert speaker

Michelle Holloway, OTD
Lifestyle Transitions, PLLC

Michelle Holloway, OTD, is an occupational therapist specializing in movement disorders, fall prevention, and functional independence for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease. Through her work, she focuses on supporting individuals and their care partners in navigating daily life with greater structure, awareness, and intention. She is the founder of Lifestyle Transitions, PLLC, a mobile consulting practice specializing in accessible home environments. She is also the author of The Parkinson’s Planner, The Healthcare Journal for the Parkinson’s Planner, and A Companion Journal for the Parkinson’s Planner.

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

¡Acompañe a PCLA, la Parkinson's Foundation y a la comunidad del Parkinson para una mañana de aprendizaje, baile, recursos, bocadillos, y rifas!

Descubra cómo influye la alimentación en la salud intestinal, el manejo de los síntomas y la eficacia de los medicamentos. Hablaremos de estrategias para afrontar problemas como el estreñimiento, la disminución del sentido del gusto y la pérdida del olfato, así como de la importancia del momento en que se consumen las proteínas. También exploraremos el papel de los suplementos y el concepto de «los alimentos como medicina» en el cuidado de las personas con Parkinson.

Este programa es gratuito y está disponible para las personas con Parkinson, sus familiares, amigos, personas de apoyo y Promotores de Salud (Community Health Workers).

Presentadores incluyen:
Giselle Petzinger, MD, USC

Navigating the journey of Parkinson’s care involves continual change—not just for the person with Parkinson’s, but also for you, the care partner. This empowering two-hour webinar is designed to help you support your loved one while also caring for yourself with confidence, clarity, and compassion.

What to Expect:

• Topic overviews led by expert voices

• Candid panel discussions with care partners who are on the journey

• Opportunities for Q&A and participant reflections

Audience: This program is designed for care partners of people living with Parkinson’s. While individuals with Parkinson’s are welcome to attend, please note that the content is specifically focused on supporting those in caregiving roles.

We want to thank this webinar's sponsor, Amneal, for supporting our mission. 

Check-in begins at 9 am and the program begins at 10 am. 

Join us for our annual Care Partner Retreat, designed to bring care partners together for connection, support and shared learning. Through meaningful conversations and relationship-building opportunities, participants will strengthen their support networks, exchange experiences and gain valuable resources while fostering a sense of community with others navigating similar journeys. 

This event is designed for care partners of people living with Parkinson's Disease. There is limited space available for people with Parkinson's to join for a day of conversation and engaging activities in a separate room. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. 

The Bay Area Open House is hosted by the Parkinson’s Foundation and the Peninsula Parkinson’s Place, a new community wellness center!

We will be celebrating the grand opening, have interactive exercise demos, local community partners and resources available, light refreshments, and a Stanford researcher will speak on "The Connection Between Gut Health and Parkinson’s Disease".

There will also be plenty of time to connect with others and learn more about the Foundation’s programs and services.

The event is open to people living with Parkinson’s, care partners, healthcare professionals, community partners, and anyone interested in learning more about the Parkinson’s Foundation and the local Parkinson’s community.

Join the Parkinson’s Foundation Healthy Living Expo, a free community event designed to empower people living with Parkinson's, their care partners and families, healthcare professionals and the broader aging community through valuable education, practical tools, meaningful connection, and access to local resources to help individuals and families live well.

In-person check-in and Resource Fair begin at 10 am. Program runs 10 am to 3 pm. Drop in as your schedule allows—stay for an hour or the whole time! There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This event is in-person only.

Attendees will have the opportunity to: 

• Explore a comprehensive Resource Fair featuring more than 50 community organizations, healthcare providers, and industry partners offering Parkinson's-related and aging services, programs, products, and support.
• Hear from leading Parkinson's experts during a live panel discussion and Q&A.
• Attend educational breakout sessions covering a variety of topics related to living well with Parkinson's, healthy aging, caregiving, nutrition, health and wellness, and community resources.

Parking: Parking is complimentary for program attendees. To access driving directions, please click here.

Exercise is a powerful tool for managing Parkinson’s disease symptoms at every stage. This program explains how staying active supports movement, mood, and thinking- and may even slow disease progression. Participants will learn practical ways to build exercise into daily life for better mobility and overall well-being.

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.

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.

Event Overview:

9:00 a.m. CT - Check-in & Resource Fair
10:00 a.m. CT - Program begins
1:30 p.m. CT - Program end

Lunch will be served for all attendees.

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.

This program provides an overview of current Parkinson’s research and its impact on treatment and care. Participants will learn the difference between studies targeting symptoms and those aiming to slow disease progression. We will also explore recent advancements and how ongoing research may shape future therapies and personal care.

*This program may include moderately scientific terms and concepts.

This event is free and open to people with Parkinson's and their families. Registration is required as in-person seating is limited.