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SAVE THE DATE! 16th Annual Vitality Walk
Wash Park | Sandstone Ranch | Choose to Snooze
On Sunday, June 3rd join the Parkinson Association for the 16th Annual Vitality Walk at Wash Park in Denver or
Sandstone Ranch in Longmont - or Choose to Snooze!
This year marks our Sweet 16
th
Annual Vitality Walk and our goal is to have more than 1,600 individuals participate in promoting community awareness about Parkinson's and raise over $250,000 to support our programs and services.
Interested in Sponsoring? Contact Kari Buchanan at
(303) 830-1839 or
email for more information.
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Upcoming Parkinson Association Events
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The Michael J. Fox Foundation is urging Congress to fund a National Parkinson's Disease Database, and has asked for our help in getting the message out to our constituents.
Congress enacted a budget deal about a week ago that lifted spending caps in such a way that there is an opportunity to get the National Neurological Conditions Surveillance System funded. Funding for this system won't just happen - we need a strong, concerted push throughout the nation from those living with Parkinson's. Click here
for more information.
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Parkinson Association Exercise Updates
New Power Punch Parkinson's Class in Northglenn!
A new non-contact Power Punch Parkinson's class has started in Northglenn. Classes are at 4:00pm at Grinders Fitness, 455 W. 115th Ave., Unit 4, Northglenn.
New PWR! Moves Class in Durango!
We have a new PWR! Moves class in Durango held on Wednesdays at 11:00am at the
Durango Recreation Center, Twilight Room,
2700 Main Ave., Durango
As a reminder to all who enjoy our exercise classes, we will now be offering 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.
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 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
New Parkinson's Dementia & Lewy Body Dementia Support Group
A new support group has started on the 3rd Thursday of the month at
6:00pm, located at the
Ross University Hills Library,
2nd floor small conference room,
4310 E. Amherst Ave., Denver.
New Support Group in Denver
A new support group has started on the 3rd Monday of the month at 10:00am, located at
Windsor Garden,
595 S. Clinton St., Denver.
Location Change for Greeley Support Group
The
Greeley support group has moved to the FMS Bank, lower level, 2425 35th Ave. The group will continue to meet on the 4th Thursday of the month at 10:00am.
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Sunday, March 18 | Jefferson County's NAAC Stadium in Golden
Join this event to help raise awareness of Parkinson's and don't forget, when registering, to make an additional contribution to the Parkinson Association of the Rockies. The race coordinator, All-Out Multicourse Productions, will match every additional contribution made!
Click
here
for more information and to register. Unable to attend, but would still like to contribute? Click
here
to donate.
Pickleball for Parkinson's
Saturday, April 7 | 6:30 -9:30pm
Meadow Creek Tennis Club | 6305 W. 6th Ave., Denver
Save the date and join the Parkinson Association for Pickleball for Parkinson's - King & Queen of the Courts! A $20 entry fee qualifies you for a chance to win a drawing prize. All proceeds benefit the Parkinson Association. The event will be structured for all levels of play. For more information, call (619) 279-1091.
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Community Events
Deep Brain Stimulation Community Health Talk
Wednesday, February 21, 2018 | 6:00 - 7:30pm
Boulder Public Library, George Reynolds Branch, George Reynolds Room, 3595 Table Mesa Dr., Boulder
Join
Kara Beasley, DO, Boulder Neurosurgical, discuss deep brain stimulation (DBS) as an effective treatment option for symptoms of Parkinson's disease. The latest advancements to DBS offer innovations in the way the therapy is delivered and how it is controlled. Attend this free informational seminar to learn more about DBS
therapy, including the benefits and risks of this therapy.
For more information or to RSVP,
email
or call (303)830-1839.
Caregiving: How Can We Be Proactive?
Thursday, March 8 | 9:00 - 11:30am
Cherry Creek Retirement Village,
14555 E. Hampden Ave., Aurora
Choosing to be proactive enhances our experience of caregiving. Join
Jane W. Barton, MTS, MASM, CSA
for breakfast and a lively discussion about how we can be proactive regarding; health, housing, community and support. For more information or to RSVP email.
Recently Diagnosed Parkinson's Small Group Educational Session
2nd Thursday of Every Other Month (Started February 8) | 1:00 - 4:00pm
UCH Anschutz Outpatient Pavilion, 1635 Aurora Ct., Aurora, Department of Neurosciences, 4th floor conference room
If you have been recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, we invite you and your support partner to join an
educational session at the University of Colorado Hospital Movement Disorder Center. It will be facilitated by a Parkinson's specialist as well as a person living well with Parkinson's. For more information or to register, click here or call (720) 848-2195.
Advanced Treatment Options Small Group Educational Session
2nd Thursday of Every Other Month (Starting March 8) | 1:00 - 4:00pm
UCH Anschutz Outpatient Pavilion, 1635 Aurora Ct., Aurora, Department of Neurosciences, 4th floor conference room
If you have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and you are interested in learning more about new or advanced treatment options, we invite you and your support partner to join a presentation with u
p to date information and handouts about current treatment options and research. For more information or to register, click here or call
(720) 848-8761.
Pedaling 4 Parkinson's
Saturday, June 16
Sweetwater Park, 8300-1/2 Sweet Water Rd., Lone Tree
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