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.

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

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. 

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. 

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. 

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

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.

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.

Hosted by the Parkinson’s Foundation Georgia Chapter & the Athens Community Council on Aging

There are many non-motor challenges associated with Parkinson's disease that may not always be easy to discuss. With a focus on pain, this program will provide strategies for coping and talking about it with healthcare providers or loved ones.

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.

Featured Speaker

Steve Crider Jr., MD
Origins Spine and Joint Physicians

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:
– February 13 and February 27, 2024
– March 12 and March 26, 2024
– April 9 and April 23, 2024

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

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:

– February 13 and February 27, 2024
– March 12 and March 26, 2024
– April 9 and April 23, 2024

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

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:

– January 9 and January 23, 2024
– February 13 and February 27, 2024
– March 12 and March 26, 2024
– April 9 and April 23, 2024

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