Parkinson's Journey in Color: Advancing Research and Care in Your Community

Join us for a community day where you can:
– Get resources to help you navigate every stage of Parkinson's disease
– Learn about Parkinson's research and our genetics study, PD GENEration: Mapping the Future of Parkinson's Disease
– Meet Parkinson's Foundation Research Advocates and hear their Parkinson's journey

Enjoy a complimentary lunch and a facilitated movement break!

This event is free to attend, open to all in the community, and centered on the experiences of Black and African American people affected by Parkinson's disease.

In-person check in starts at 11 a.m.; Program starts 11:30 a.m.

Studies have demonstrated that exercise has brain and body benefits for people with Parkinson’s disease. Exercise can help to improve Parkinson’s symptoms and help individuals do the activities they enjoy.  Learn that there are benefits to movement at all stages of Parkinson’s and that it is never too late to start.

Speakers

Jim Christoffel, PT, DPT, NCS
Miami Valley Hospital

Jackie Magary, PT, DPT, NCS
Kettering Health Network 

Tyler McLean, PT, DPT
Kettering Health Network

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.

Join us directly after our "Fitness Counts" program for our Dayton Resource Fair! Adjacent to the educational program space from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., we will have local Parkinson’s resources lined up to hand out free information and resources. There will also be music, food trucks, and fun for your entire support team!

In-person check-in and vendor visits start at 9 a.m.

APDA Minnesota Chapter, Parkinson's Foundation, and the Udall Center at the University of Minnesota are the three leading organizations for Parkinson's disease advocacy in Minnesota. We are excited to invite you to the annual Spring Parkinson's Symposium. 

We will cover mood changes, cognitive changes, and research updates on Parkinson's disease. Attend in-person or online.

Note: We are currently at capacity for our in-person attendance. We hope you can register to join us virtually via Zoom.

For in-person attendees: In-person check-in and vendor visits start at 9 a.m. 

For virtual attendees, via Zoom: The live stream starts at 10 a.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.

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