Join us for the Living with Parkinson's Symposium 2026. Hear about current and upcoming treatments, ongoing research and the resources available in your community and beyond to help you live your best life with Parkinson's. Join us in person or online (via Zoom).

Hosted by the Parkinson's Foundation Carolinas Chapter and the Medical University of South Carolina—a Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence.

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

Join us for Coffee & Conversation with a Parkinson's Expert Panel from Veterans Affairs—a free, informative, and welcoming session. This is a great opportunity to ask questions about Parkinson’s and gain valuable insights from professionals who understand the unique needs of veterans.

Learn about:

• Available resources and support services
• Specialized care options for veterans
• Practical guidance for navigating life with Parkinson’s

Whether you are living with Parkinson’s or supporting someone who is, come enjoy coffee, connect with others, and get the answers you need in a supportive environment. We hope you can join us for this meaningful conversation!

Time: 10 am: Check-in and light breakfast
10:15 to 11:15 am:  Q&A with expert panel from the VA
11:15 to 11:30 am: Movement break

Parking: Complimentary parking is available in the parking garage and outside surface lot. Convenient drop-off is available at the west entrance. For driving directions, please click here.

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required as a light breakfast is provided. This program is open to veterans with Parkinson's and their families.

After the Veterans Breakfast, please stay for the free Parkinson’s Resource Fair and educational afternoon program, Living with Parkinson’s: Managing Changing Symptoms from 12 to 4 pm. Stop by the VA’s table in the Resource Fair to get your questions answered.

Learn More & Register: Parkinson.org/STL (Registration required.)

Join us for an afternoon of connection, movement, and community. Meet your local Parkinson's community, explore local resources, and learn how to stay engaged with the Parkinson’s Foundation.

Free and open to individuals living with Parkinson’s, care partners, families, and supporters. Learn about programs and upcoming events, including Moving Day Los Angeles.

Please join the Vanderbilt Medical Center and Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence team for the 28th Annual Vanderbilt Parkinson’s Educational Symposium.

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.

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.

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

Check-in & Resource Fair start at 9:00 a.m. ET.

Join the Parkinson’s Foundation for the Georgia Parkinson’s Symposium. Attendees will learn about symptoms, treatment options and strategies to help navigate the challenges of living with PD. While each person’s experience is unique, the more you know, the more empowered you will be to play an active role in your care and manage your life with Parkinson’s.

Expert Speakers:

TBA

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.

Living with Parkinson's can be challenging, but there are many things that 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. 

The Resource Fair will feature local Community Partners that provide services and support for the Parkinson's community. 

For in-person attendees: Check-in and Resource Fair start at 10 a.m. Lunch will be served. 

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required since lunch will be served. 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 that 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.

The Resource Fair will feature local Community Partners that provide services and support for the Parkinson's Community.

Expert Speaker

Ihtsham ul Haq, MD, FAAN
Professor of Neurology and Chief of Movement Disorders Divisions - University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine

Event Volunteers Needed! Service hours and lunch are provided. To sign up and learn more, visit: Volunteer Sign-up here.

For in-person attendees: Check-in and Resource Fair start at 9 a.m. Lunch will be served.

Unloading/Room Location: The program is located at the Main Entrance, Building B. Parking and drop-off is in front of the building. Parking is complimentary. For the entrance to our parking lot, use this address: 500 NE 2nd St., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

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

The landscape of Parkinson’s treatment is constantly evolving, with exciting advances in medications, therapies, and technologies aimed at improving quality of life and symptom management. In this webinar, we’ll explore the latest evidence-based treatments available to veterans living with Parkinson’s, including emerging therapies and clinical trial opportunities. Learn how to access treatments through the VA system and understand which options may be right for you or your loved one. This session is designed to empower veterans and care partners with up-to-date knowledge and tools for informed decision-making.

Speakers

Dr. Pavan Vaswani 
Associate Program Director, Movement Disorders Fellowship, Department of neurology, University of Pennsylvania
Attending Neurologist, Corporal Michael J. Crescenz Philadelphia VA Medical Center, University of Pennsylvania 

Dr. George Kannarkat
Assistant Professor of Neurology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Neurology Consultant, Penn Neurology, Grandview Hospital, Sellersville, PA

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.

The Parkinson's Foundation is proud to partner with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to improve the health, well-being and quality of life for veterans with PD.

Check-in begins at 9:00 am and program begins at 10:00 am.

Expand your Parkinson's disease knowledge and learn practical strategies and insights from members of the Struthers Parkinson's Care team.

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.

Presented by Struthers Parkinson's Center, a Parkinson's Center of Excellence & Parkinson's Foundation Minnesota & Dakotas Chapter.