Educational Events

Mindfulness Mondays - Mental Wellbeing

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 1:30 pm EST
FREE
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Join health psychologist, Taylor Rush, PhD, as she explores different dimensions of a mindfulness practice. She will share ways to ground and settle the mind and body. These mindfulness techniques can offer moments of respite and clarity that can be useful throughout your week. Find a comfortable seat and join your mindful Parkinson's community for a special session.

Whether this is your first mindfulness Monday, or you are a returning participant, these sessions are created with the intention of including everyone. There will be time for questions following the practice.

Speaker

Taylor Rush, PhD - Health Psychologist, Director of Behavioral Services and Interdisciplinary Programs, Center for Neurological Restoration, Cleveland Clinic

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

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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Cómo prepararse para emergencias

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST
Gratis
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EP Salud en Casa: Miércoles de Bienestar 
Cómo prepararse para emergencias de personas con discapacidades y necesidades de acceso
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¡Los invitamos a nuestra charla en línea sobre la preparación para emergencias de personas con discapacidades y necesidades de acceso! Exploraremos las estrategias y mejores prácticas para garantizar la seguridad y el bienestar de las personas con discapacidades durante situaciones de crisis.

También examinaremos la importancia de la comunicación inclusiva y el acceso a la información durante emergencias.

No pierda la oportunidad de aprender cómo podemos fortalecer la resiliencia de las personas con discapacidades frente a situaciones de emergencia.

Presentadora:

Teresa Farfan
Media and Communications Officer
Texas Division of Emergency Management
www.tdem.texas.gov, www.ready.gov/es

Este programa es gratuito y está disponible para cualquier persona interesada, incluyendo a las personas con Parkinson y sus familiares, amigos, personas de apoyo y promotores de salud.

¿En busca de algo más? Podrá encontrar todos nuestros videos de EP Salud en Casa- PD Health @ Home en YouTube.


Más información:

Todos los eventos de “EP Salud en Casa-PD Health @ Home" – Parkinson.org/EPSalud.

Una lista de nuestros recursos en español – Parkinson.org/Recursos Línea de Ayuda – 1-800-473-4636, opción 3 para español.

La conferencia se transmitirá en vivo utilizando la aplicación de videollamadas Zoom.

EP Salud En Casa es presentado por Light of Day Foundation, cuya generosidad ha hecho posible esta programación.

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Nutrición para el Parkinson: delicias de garbanzo

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST
Gratis
Una pareja mirando una tableta juntos en su porche

EP Salud en Casa: Miércoles de Bienestar 
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La nutrición es aún más importante para las personas con la enfermedad de Parkinson. Acompáñenos en una sesión de cocina divertida y saludable con garbanzos. Durante esta clase, descubrirá las ventajas de incorporar garbanzos en su dieta y explorará deliciosas recetas perfectas para la temporada de verano.

Tendrá la oportunidad de preparar las recetas junto con nosotros, así que asegúrese de tener listos sus ingredientes. ¡Pero también puede unirse y sólo observar!

Receta aquí

Presentadora:

Verónica Sierra, licenciada en nutrición y ciencia de los alimentos, LD
Color Your Plate, Inc.
Sitio web: www.coloryourplate.net
Instagram: Coloryourplate0405
Facebook: Coloryourplate Inc

Este programa es gratuito y está disponible para cualquier persona interesada, incluyendo a las personas con Parkinson y sus familiares, amigos, personas de apoyo y promotores de salud.

¿En busca de algo más? Podrá encontrar todos nuestros videos de EP Salud en Casa- PD Health @ Home en YouTube.


Más información:

Todos los eventos de “EP Salud en Casa-PD Health @ Home" – Parkinson.org/EPSalud.

Una lista de nuestros recursos en español – Parkinson.org/Recursos Línea de Ayuda – 1-800-473-4636, opción 3 para español.

La conferencia se transmitirá en vivo utilizando la aplicación de videollamadas Zoom.

EP Salud En Casa es presentado por Light of Day Foundation, cuya generosidad ha hecho posible esta programación.

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Managing Changing Symptoms

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm MST
Free
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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. 

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:
Dana Sugar, MD, UNM Health

Sponsored by:

Seed for Success

COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.

Upcoming Events

Educational Events

Managing Changing Symptoms

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.

Lakeville, MN
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Southwest Chapter Parkinson's Symposium

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm MST
Free
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Join the Parkinson’s Foundation in person or online for the Southwest Chapter’s Parkinson’s Symposium.  Hear about ongoing research, current treatments, and resources available to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s. With a focus on depression and anxiety, this program will highlight the importance of mental health. 

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:
Lori Nisson, LCSW, Banner Health


For in-person attendees: In-person check-in starts at 1 p.m. MST. 

For virtual attendees, via Zoom: The live stream starts at 1:30 p.m. MST


Sponsored by:

Seed for Success
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Supernus Pharmaceuticals logo
Cerevance

COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.

Upcoming Events

Educational Events

Managing Changing Symptoms

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.

Lakeville, MN
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Parkinson's 101 - Tucson, Arizona

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm MST
Free
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This program will provide a basic overview of Parkinson’s disease. Learn what Parkinson’s is, what causes it, common symptoms, treatments, and strategies for managing symptoms.

Speaker

Dr. Cynthia Reed
Parkinson Wellness Clinic, LLC

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.

Sponsor

Seed for Success

COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.

Upcoming Events

Educational Events

Managing Changing Symptoms

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.

Lakeville, MN
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Care Partner Summit - Atlanta

10:00 am to 1:30 pm EST
FREE
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In-person check-in starts at 9:30 a.m.

The Care Partner Summit brings care partners together to provide resources to make life better for themselves and their loved one with Parkinson’s disease. This year’s Summit will focus on how to communicate through difficult topics and find supportive connections. Join us in person in Atlanta, GA!

Speakers and Panelists

Tammyjo Best, LPN
Emory Brain Health Center

Sandy Bramlett, M.Ed.
Certified Ageless Grace Brain Health Trainer/Educator

Russell Brown, LCSW
Emory Brain Health Center

Menandie du Plessis, MHS, OTR/L
Emory Brain Health Center

Gwenyth Johnson, MS, RD, LD
Vivid HealthStyle LLC

Randi Jones, PhD

Brittany Hooker, DPT
Synapse NeuroRehab and Wellness

Cindy Nelson, JD
Nelson Elder Law, LLC

Rachel Scarboro, OTD, OTR/L
Georgia Tech Tools for Life

Jack Shen, MD
Wellstar Neurology

Ashley Varner, PhD, LCSW
Emory Healthcare, Cognitive Neurology Program

Care Partner Panelists: Susan Brown & Marie Head

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.

Upcoming Events

Educational Events

Managing Changing Symptoms

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.

Lakeville, MN
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Managing Changing Symptoms

10:00 am to 1:30 pm CST
FREE
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Check-in & Exhibitor Booths Open at 9:30 a.m. CDT

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. Get your Parkinson's questions answered by a movement disorder specialist and a panel of Parkinson's experts.


Featured Speakers and Panelists:

Brian Copeland, MD
LSU Health - New Orleans

Ruth Fredericks, MD
St. Dominic Neuroscience Center

Bobby Graham, MD
St. Dominic Hospital

Kelly Priest, MCD, CCC-SLP
Methodist Rehab

Dianne Platt, RN

Rhonda Fetcko, PT
Elite Physical Therapy

Don Waller, MS, LPC
Summit Counseling

Lunch will be served.

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.

COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.

Upcoming Events

Educational Events

Managing Changing Symptoms

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.

Lakeville, MN
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Self-Care in Caregiving

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST
FREE
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Self-care is important for care partners. This webinar will highlight the unique experiences of several care partners throughout their Parkinson's journey. Explore how self-care varies in different contexts and at different stages of your loved one's Parkinson's disease.

Speaker

Annie Brooks (Wallis), MSW
Director, Strategic Initiatives, Parkinson's Foundation

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.

PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.

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

Upcoming Events

Educational Events

Managing Changing Symptoms

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.

Lakeville, MN
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Live Fitness Friday: POWER over Parkinson's

Virtual ( Zoom )
1:00 pm to 1:45 pm EST
FREE
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Join us for a class that combines PWR! Moves with strength, balance and mobility for exercise designed to improve posture, power and confidence. We’ll take balance to the next level, adding quick stepping drills to help you move fast when you need to, but stay on your feet like you want to. Recommended equipment for this class includes 2 small to medium weights (or soup cans or water bottles) and a chair.

Please keep a bottle of water nearby. Enjoy the session!

Instructors

Dr. Katie Wadland, PT, DPT, GCS, PWR! Moves Certified Therapist

Dr. Tami DeAngelis, PT, DPT

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.

PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.

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

Upcoming Events

Educational Events

Managing Changing Symptoms

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.

Lakeville, MN
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