Upcoming Parkinson Association Events
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Saturday, September 23: Grand Junction Chat with the Parkinson Pro - Palliative Care, plus Speech & Swallowing Issues in Parkinson's Disease
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Saturday, September 16 | 8:30am - 2:30pm
Hyatt Regency Aurora-Denver Conference Center
13200 E. 14th Pl., Aurora, 80011
Conference participants can expect to be:
- educated on cognitive issues & new research on marijuana for Parkinson's
- energized with dance by Dance for PD® founder, David Leventhal
- empowered through sessions on self-efficacy & humor to overcome fear
Plus, participants will be inspired by listening to Linda Olson, MD, a triple amputee who was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's. She will captivate the crowd with tales of overcoming her perceived "challenges" and refusing to let them become boundaries in her life. Linda's positive attitude will leave participants with the upbeat reminder that,
"It is useless to talk about what we can't do, but what we can do!"
Registration is FREE, but required. Lunch will be provided. A free bus will be available to bring participants coming from Northern Colorado to the event.
(Note your request to ride the bus with your registration.)
Thanks to our e3 Conference Sponsors:
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Parkinson Association Exercise Updates
New Day & Time for YVPSN Aquatic Aerobic Class
The YVPSN aquatic aerobic class on Saturdays will now be meeting on Sunday's at 10:00am, instead of 9:00am. The class will still be held at the Old Towne Hot Springs Pool, 136 Lincoln Ave., Steamboat Springs.
Regi
stration 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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Parkinson Association Support Group Updates
Call (303) 830-1839 for more information on support groups
NEW! Young Mindset Parkinson's Support Group in Colorado Springs
There is a new young onset support group in Colorado Springs - provided by the Colorado Parkinson's Foundation - Jeanne Taylor Support Group, that will be held on
the last Saturday of the month. Location will change between members houses. For more information click here.
NEW! Support Group in Monument
There is a new support group in Monument - provided by the Colorado Parkinson's Foundation - Jeanne Taylor Support Group, that will be held on the 3rd Saturday at 10:00am at the Tri-Lakes Senior, 17250 Jackson Creek Pkwy.
For more information click here.
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 Wright at (303) 830-1839 or
email.
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SAVE THE DATES TO
CELEBRATE WITH US!
PARTY FOR PARKINSON'S - PARTY IN THE CITY
Thursday, October 26, 2017
5:30pm Cocktails & Silent Auction | 7:00pm Dinner & Live Auction
Mile High Station | 2027 Lower West Colfax Ave., Denver
 Join us for an evening of festive drinks and delicious food. This party also includes entertainment, games, silent and live auctions
and is a celebration of accomplishments and recognition to all those who have supported the Parkinson Association.
General Admission $150/person
Table Sponsorship $2,500/table for 10 guests
Celebration Sponsors:
PARTY FOR PARKINSON'S - PARTY WITH A HOUSE
Saturday, December 9, 2017
The Studios at Overland Crossing | 2205 S. Delaware St., Denver
Welcome the holiday season and spread
some cheer by joining us for a one-of-a-kind competition
for the best decorated gingerbread house. Your participation also generates
critical community awareness of Parkinson's disease. Event participants will be provided with a
gingerbread house, frosting and candy decorations.
Registration $25/house
Decorate as an individual or as a group
Presented By:
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE FOR BOTH EVENTS
For more information contact Kari Buchanan by
email or call (303) 830-1839
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Summer of Love
While we know that many people living with
Parkinson's
are challenged with a "soft
voice"; it's also important for all of us to regularly have our hearing checked. And, from now until Labor Day, getting your hearing checked will also spread some love to the Parkinson Association.
Sound Relief Hearing Center is hosting their first annual Summer of Love event and is donating $25 for every completed new patient appointment. The Golden office has selected the Parkinson Association as their charity partner and they have a goal to raise $5,000 to benefit our programs and services.
Did you hear that?... schedule your visit today join them in spreading the love this summer!
Call (720) 259-2793 or click
here for more information.
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Community Events
Parkinson's Self-Efficacy Learning Forum (PD SELF)
Beginning in fall 2017
Location South Denver TBD
Join an innovative program designed to help you manage Parkinson's and improve your quality of life. The group is looking for patients recently diagnosed (1-3 years) to commit to a 9 month program to get a deeper understanding of Parkinson's and the self-efficacy tools to manage with confidence. For more information click
here or
email or call Betsy Mathies at (303) 949-0402.
Living Well with Atypical Parkinson's
Saturday, August 26th | 9:00am - 1:00pm
Denver First Church, 3800 E. Hampden Ave., Cherry Hills Village
Join the Colorado Nuerological Institute for a day of presentations on updates in research on PSP/CBD/MSA, how to be prepared as a caregiver, as well as ways to stay active. Click
here for more information or to RSVP.
DBS Therapy
(with
available 1-hour CEU Accreditation)
Thursday, August 28 | 6:00pm
Bridges Golf & Country Club, 2500 Bridges Dr., Montrose
Join Medtronic for an informational session on Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease. Learn more from Dr. Seth Kareus about DBS therapy; including an overview of the surgical procedure, patient selection, potential benefits and risks, patient management, the DBS treatment continuum, and real-world case studies.
Email for more information or to RSVP.
4th Annual Parkinson's Disease Symposium
Saturday, September 30 | 9:00am - 4:15pm
University of Colorado Hospital, 12605 E. 16th Ave., Aurora
Come listen to a team of experts from the University of Colorado's Movement Disorders Center as they talk about Parkinson disease. Topics will include medications, nutrition, self-image, exercise, sleep & fatigue, advanced & upcoming treatments and many more.
For more information or to RSVP, click
here
or call Nicole Leith (
303) 724-8984.
NEW! Ballroom Dance Classes
First two week of October
Arthur Murray Dance Center, 7400 E. Hampden Ave., Denver
6 weeks of dance lessons (Ballroom, Latin, Swing, Country styles available) two classes/week. The 12 classes will be $120/person starting the first week of October. Beginners welcome! Email Sari Tolpen for more information.
NEW! Parkinson's & MS Fitness Class
Starting September 11th,
Mondays | 1:45pm
Englewood Rec Center, 3380 S. Lincoln St., Englewood
Join a new fitness class which focuses to improve lost functions including walking, hand mobility and posture with proven movement exercises. Class price will be
$16/4 classes. Call Stacy Lochowicz at (303)762-2660 for more information.
VOTE NOW!
A great pilot project, Parkin-A-Punch, a partnership between Iowa State University (ISU) and USA Boxing, will match vulnerable young boxers with older adults with Parkinson's disease. Adults serve as leaders and role models in the project; youth gain leadership skills, self-esteem, empathy and responsibility by teaching the adults. Click here to vote!
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