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The Time is Now - Let's Push for Proclamations!
It's that time of year again - April is coming quickly and that means Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month!
Those of us in the Parkinson's community are well aware that there are approximately 17,000 Coloradans living with Parkinson's and the significant impact it has on our communities, friends and families. However, most Coloradans are not even aware of what Parkinson's is.
The funding of Parkinson's research, the availability of related programs and services, and the passage of rules and regulations related to the treatment of Parkinson's is reliant on creating awareness within our local communities. When we increase awareness of our Parkinson's community, we are better able to empower and improve the lives of all impacted by this disease.
Join us in taking one simple step to start the conversation in your local community and raise awareness and understanding of Parkinson's Disease.
Our community wants to make a push for Proclamations, and you can help!
- Ask your local mayor or city council to declare April to be Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month.
- Follow up by attending the city council meeting where the proclamation is presented (bring your family, friends and neighbors).
Taking action is easy!
Click here for a Proclamation template and
instructions
on how to request a proclamation.
We had 10 proclamations last year - including the State of Colorado! Let's be proactive and beat that number this year!
Our goal for 2019 is to increase Colorado awareness:
- A minimum of 15 cities issue proclamations
- At least 200 people attend proclamation signings
Let's make this year's Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month our biggest impact ever!
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Upcoming Parkinson Association Events
Click the date for more information and to register. Registration is
REQUIRED.
Saturday, March 9: Chat with the Parkinson's Pros: Medications for PD - Cheyenne, 10:00am - noon
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The Sweet Caroline World Tour arriving in Cheyenne
Saturday, March 30 | 7:30pm
Cheyenne Civic Center | 510 W. 20th St., Cheyenne
The Parkinson Association of the Rockies, together with Heartlight Entertainment is excited to announce that the Neil Diamond-inspired Sweet Caroline Tour will be arriving in Wyoming for a concert performance on Saturday, March 30.
Reserved Seats ($48/68) for the 2-Hour Neil Diamond Concert Celebration are available at the Cheyenne Civic Center Box Office, contact (307) 637-6363 or click here.
A limited number of VIP packages are available ($78 per) and include Premium seats, backstage passes for a Meet & Greet with Jay White and Neil Diamond Band Members and early admission for Soundcheck.
The Sweet Caroline World Tour was created in response to Neil Diamond's retirement from the stage due to his Parkinson's diagnosis announced in early 2018. It's stated two-year mission is to raise awareness and $5 million dollars to support Parkinson's organizations worldwide. This one-of-a-kind benefit concert stars the #1 Neil Diamond performer in the world - Jay White - and features a 12 piece musical ensemble that includes two Neil Diamond Band members - legendary percussionist/conga player King Errisson and orchestrator/keyboardist Mark Levang.
Proceeds from the Cheyenne event will go to the Parkinson's Association of the Rockies to help support local programs and services.
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Parkinson Association Exercise Class Updates
Mark your calendars instructors! The Parkinson Association will be holding a summit for all of our exercise instructors on Sunday, March 24
at the Employers Council 1799 Pennsylvania St., Denver. For more information or to RSVP. For more information or to RSVP,
email Elena.
As a reminder to all who enjoy our exercise classes - we offer classes without a fee! Classes have moved from a fee-based system to a 'Pay It Forward' system. We are able to provide the classes through the use of donations we receive from the generosity of our community.
Donate NOW!
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. A medical consent form and participant waiver is required for all participants to sign and return to the Parkinson Association. For more info or to register call
(303) 830-1839 or
email.
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Parkinson Association Support Group Updates
New - Thornton Support Group
Meetings will be held the fourth Friday of the month at 2:00pm
in the Ambassador Community Room at the Villas at Sunny Acres, 2501 E. 104th Ave.
New - Lakewood Support Group
Meetings will be held the first Tuesday of the month at 1:00pm at the Village at Belmar, 7825 W. Alameda Ave.
Support Group Leader Summit
The Spring Support Group Leader Summit will be held on Saturday, March
16
at St. Andrews Village, 13801 E. Yale Ave., Aurora.
To RSVP
or for more information,
email
Elena.
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 Play Fore PAR - Golfing Event
Join us on Monday, July 8 at the Valley Country Clu
b for the 20th Annual Golf Classic previously hosted by CNI. We are
honored to continue this golf tournament as Play Fore PAR (Parkinson Association of the Rockies) to benefit the Colorado Parkinson's community.
Single Player : $300 | Foursome: $1,200
Earlybird registration:
$250/Player (Deadline is May 8th)
More information to come soon!
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Introducing: Parkinson's 101 for Newly Diagnosed
The Parkinson Association of the Rockies is offering a free, three-part educational module for the recently diagnosed Parkinson's community. This curriculum will help newly-diagnosed people with Parkinson's and their care partners navigate their journey with Parkinson's while introducing the resources available in Colorado. Click the titles of the sessions for more information.
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Equipment Needs a New Home
The following equipment is available for sale; please note that links are examples:
If interested in purchasing one or multiple items, please
email Maureen or call at (830) 609-7719.
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Things I Wish I Knew Project
We often hear that much of the best information we've learned along the Parkinson's journey is from fellow travelers on the path. Unfortunately, the information often gets to us later than it might have been useful.
So, we are attempting to gather, compile and share our collective wisdom up front so it is available as soon as possible.
Will you help? If so, please share and
click here
to share your insight!
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Community Events
Memory Cafe
Denver Public Library | Ford-Warren Branch | 2825 High St., Denver
Tuesday, March 5 | 1:30 - 3:00pm
Denver Double Bass Crew.
In this interactive presentation, a local string bass teacher and performer will come to your class and excite your students about the string bass!
Research Study at Regis University:
Assessing a High Intensity Balance Program in People with Parkinson's
Marcia Smith is putting together a balance study research project to assess the effects of a high intensity balance program on balance in people with Parkinson's who are over 50 years old.
The study hopes to assess whether this intervention makes a difference in a person's balance while standing or walking, if it affects their fear of falling or ability to do tasks they find difficult because of balance, and if there are any changes in their quality of life. For more information or to participate in the study please contact (303) 478-2523 or
email
Dr. Marcia Smith.
Self Care for Caregivers: Journal Series
March 16, April 20 and May 18 | 1:00 - 2:00pm
Schlessman Family Branch Library | 100 Poplar Street in Lowry
Join the Schlessman Family Branch Library for a caregiver journaling series to learn techniques to cope with the rewarding, but often overwhelming, job of caring for a loved one. In this class you will be instructed in Journal to the Self® writing techniques and learn other creative tools for self-care. You'll benefit from the company of other caregivers and come away empowered with new ways to approach caring for your loved one while finding ways to take care of yourself in the process. For more information or to sign up, call the library at (7
20) 865-0000.
Cultivating Personal Respite: Free Self-Care Workshop Series
Every 3rd Thursday of the Month | 10:00 - 11:30am
Seniors' Resource Center | 3227 Chase St., Wheat Ridge
These workshops, sponsored by Colorado Respite Coalition and Easter Seals, are for anyone caring for a loved one. Join Lori Ramos Lemasters, founder of CarePartnersResource, for this series to learn techniques to help you cope with the rewarding, but often overwhelming job of caring for a loved one. In this class you will be taught Journal to the Self® writing techniques and learn other creative tools for self-care. To RSVP or for more info, email Lori or call (303) 903-5900.
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