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On Saturday, January 21st, over 80 people came to ski or snowshoe at the 3rd Annual Ski for Parkinson's event. Haymaker Touring Center, in Steamboat Springs, provided a perfect backdrop, an excellent track for skiers to enjoy as well as a delicious lunch for all!
This event is dedicated to the memory of Bill Root. Three years ago Bill gathered his family and friends in the Yampa Valley Parkinson Support Network (YVPSN) to quickly pull together the inaugural Ski for Parkinson's event.
Bill was also a leader in forming the YVPSN and the Parkinson's Nordic Instructional Program. Bill's kindness and humor are sorely missed - but his passion continues to live on through this event!
Because of the support and help from all of you, the YVPSN has already raised alm
ost $13,000.00 to provide programs and services, free of charge, to all people with Parkinson's and their care partners, in the Yampa Valley communities.
Click for more info on YVPSN.
Missed the event, but still want to contribute?
We are deeply grateful to all the sponsors, those who contributed prizes for the incredible drawing packages and all the volunteers who made this event run so smoothly.
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Chat with the Parkinson's Pros - Brush: Exercise as Medicine
THIS Friday, January 27 | 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center, 122 Hospital Rd., Brush, CO 80723
Did you know, when it comes to treating Parkinson's disease exercise is a key ingredient in the treatment plan? Studies have found that exercise can have a long-term impact, improving gait and reducing risk of falls.
Meredith Roberts, PT, DPT will discuss current research which demonstrates how exercise can be used as medicine. Come dressed in comfortable shoes and clothing you can move in; participation in demonstrations is highly encouraged to provide examples of how to integrate this into your daily life.
Registration is required and lunch will be provided. Please arrive for check-in by 11:30am. For more information or to RSVP call (303) 830-1839 or
email.
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Parkinson Association Exercise Updates
Changes to the Power Punch Parkinson's Red Shield Class
The Saturday Power Punch Parkinson's at Denver Red Shield is changing to only one class on Saturdays from 9:00-10:30.
Nordic Ski Program has Started!
The Nordic Ski Program
at Haymaker in Steamboat Springs has started back up again on Tuesdays at 11:00am, January through March, trail conditions permitting. Contact Haymaker for more information (970) 879-9444.
Walking Group is Back!
The Parkinson Association Walking Group has started meeting again at 8:00am - 9:00am at the Fairmount Cemetery, 430 S. Quebec St., Denver. Please meet at the Mausoleum instead of the Ivy Chapel.
Registration is required for ALL classes
and space is limited! Please show up a little before the start time of the class to get prepared for the class. A doctor waiver is required for all participants to have signed and returned to the Parkinson Association. Click
here
for waiver. For more info or to register call (303) 830-1839 or
email
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Say "Hello" to Our Newest Board Members!
The Parkinson Association is thrilled to welcome three new board members to the Association team! Over the years, we have worked to build up our board with new members that come from all walks of life and bring something new and diverse to the community. Help us welcome them!
Paul French, Retired
Paul French retired in 2016 after 35 years as an engineer and manager doing integrated circuit design. Paul held various director of engineering positions at Hewlett-Packard and Intel. After Paul's diagnoses in 2006, he kept a
full workload at Intel through his retirement. Building on his background as an athlete, he has continued to exercise vigorously since his diagnosis, including running, golf, boxing, spinning and yoga. He has attended various Parkinson's groups and is a volunteer instructor for the Power Punch Parkinson's boxing class in Fort Collins.
Ryan Rooney, Sales Representative for Griffin Surgical and Spine
Ryan is a Sale Representative for Griffin Surgical and Spine, a medical device solutions company. Since 2009, he has primarily focused on spinal and biologic implant solutions.
He is originally from Cincinnati, OH and graduated from St. Louis University with a B.S. in Finance.
Personally, he is drawn toward Parkinson Association of the Rockies because a family history of Parkinson's, both Ryan's grandmother Joan, and aunt Mary Pat battled Parkinson's for years. He is excited to contribute on behalf of his loved ones who's lives were taken early from the disease.
Matt Mansi, Sales Manager, KCNC-TV, CBS4 Denver
Matt Mansi has over 30 years of experience in Broadcast Sales and Marketing. For the past 20 years in Sales Management. Matt has been a Sales Manager at KCNC-TV, CBS4 Denver for the last 5 years. Matt moved to Denver from Long Island, New York back in 1992. He spends as much time as possible skiing and beaching with his family, wife Natalie and sons DJ and Jude.
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Parkinson Association Support Group Updates
Loveland Support Group Date Change
The Loveland support group will now be meeting on the 3rd Friday of the month at 10:15am at Good Samaritan - Loveland Village, Majestic View Private Dining Room, 2101 S. Garfield St., Loveland.
NEW! Young MINDSet Support Group in Colorado Springs
The Young MINDset Parkinson's Group will have its first meeting on Saturday, January 21 at 5:30pm. This support group is p
rovided by Colorado Parkinson Foundation - Jeanne Taylor Parkinson's Support Group. For more information call (720) 335-1767.
NEW! Care Partner Support Group in Arvada
Our newest care partner support group in Arvada will be meeting on the 2
nd
Friday of the month at
1:30pm at
Community Recreation Center of Apex, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd.
Are you interested in becoming a Support Group Leader?
Some of our existing support groups are in need of new individuals to lead them. If you're interested or want more information on becoming a support group lead, contact Erica at (303) 830-1839 or
email.
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Upcoming Community Events
Anschutz Health and Wellness Center Parkinson's Exercise Program
Make Strides Water Therapy Pool Class
Monday | 1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Strength and Balance
Wednesday | 1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Stimulate!
Friday | 1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Click
here for information and class descriptions.
FREE Caregiving Self-Care Classes
Join Lori Ramos Lemasters, founder of CarePartnersResource for a series every 3rd Thursday at the following locations:
Seniors' Resource Center Wheat Ridge,
3227 Chase St., Denver | 10:00 - 11:30am
Belleview Heights Aurora,
14500 E. Belleview Ave., Aurora | 6:00 - 7:30pm
Click
here for more information on additional locations and classes.
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