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.

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.

In-person check in starts at 10 a.m.; Program starts 10:45 a.m.

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, such as how to evolve your care plans, treatments throughout progression, aging in place, and home safety - so you can live your best life with PD now.

Speakers

Karen A. Blindauer, MD
Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Neuroscience Institute, a Parkinson Foundation Comprehensive Care Center

Megan Swanson, PT, DPT
Froedtert Rehabilitation Services
Outpatient Neuro Clinic

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.

The Parkinson's Foundation is grateful for the unwavering support of our Program Sponsors. We invite you to view our full list of sponsors and learn more about them by visiting our Chapter Webpage.

Check-in begins at 11 a.m. ET

Join the Parkinson’s Foundation NYNJ Chapter & The Kensington for Living Well with Parkinson’s. Together with your community, learn about treatments and strategies to manage Parkinson’s disease as well as community resources.

This education 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.

Speakers

Jennie Valles, MD
Burke Rehabilitation
White Plains, NY

Katherine Amodeo, MD
MidHudson Regional Hospital
Poughkeepsie, NY

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.

A Collaboration with The Kensington, White Plains

Check-in, Exhibitor Expo, and Lunch start at 11 a.m. ET

Join the Parkinson’s Foundation in person or online for the NYNJ chapter symposium.  Learn about ongoing research, current treatments, and resources available to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s disease (PD). 

Speakers

Dave Iverson
Person with Parkinson’s, care partner, author, broadcast journalist

Marco Russo, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Neurology | Movement Disorders
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Shannon Drastura, PT, DPT
Board-Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist
CentraState Medical Center
Freehold, NJ

For in-person attendees: In-person check-in and exhibitor expo start at  11 a.m. ET. Lunch will also be served during this time.

For virtual attendees, via Zoom: The live stream starts at 12 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.

This event is made possible by Presenting Sponsor, Light of Day Foundation: 

Check-in & Exhibitor Booths Open at 9:00 a.m.

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. Together we will hear from Parkinson's experts as they discuss cutting-edge technology used in the diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson’s disease, including: advances in DBS and focused ultrasound, wearable devices to help track PD symptoms, the latest in tremor technology, speech and communication aids, and more!

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 families, friends, and the community.

Expert Speakers:

Nina Browner, MD
UNC Chapel Hill Movement Disorders Center

Sarah Gachuz
North Carolina Assistive Technology Program

Kyle Mitchell, MD
Duke Health Movement Disorders Center

Expert Panelists:

Moderator: Maggie Ivancic, MSW, LCSW, UNC
Chapel Hill Movement Disorder Center

Chelsea (CJ) Duppen, PT, DPT
UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine

Kristianna Flores-Vitti PT, DPT
UNC REX Raleigh Outpatient Rehabilitation

Mike Lewek, PT, PhD
UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine

Lexi Monks MS, ACSM-CEP and Tanya Ross Judd, MS, ACSM-EP
Duke Health and Fitness Center

Sarah L. Stidham, CCC-SLP, MS
Duke Neurology

Melissa Werz, OTD, OTR/L, CDRS
Duke Neurology

Movement Breaks Provided by:

Claire McCormick, PT, DPT, GCS
Reynolds and Associates Physical Therapy

Lexi Monks MS, ACSM-CEP and Tanya Ross Judd, MS, ACSM-EP
Duke Health and Fitness Center