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REGISTER TODAY!
Saturday, May 12 | 8:00am - 2:00pm
Hyatt Regency Aurora,
13200 E. 14th Pl.,
Aurora
T
he Parkinson Association of the Rockies' Colorado Community Conference is Colorado's premier conference focused on Parkinson's research and treatments.
The Colorado Community Conference will bring together individuals with Parkinson's, their care partners and family members, as well as professionals who work with the Parkinson's community to provide them with updates on the latest research on Parkinson's, medications and medical devices. conference also includes a Clinical Research Resource Fair. This fair provides an opportunity for conference participants to speak directly with clinicians and physicians who currently have open research trials as well as individuals who have participated in past and/or present clinical research trials.
The conference is FREE, but registration is required.
A free bus will be available to bring participants coming from Northern Colorado (Stops in Ft Collins, Longmont & Loveland).
Click
here or call (303) 830-1839
for more information
or to RSVP.
Special Thanks to our Sponsors:
Volunteers NEEDED! Interested in volunteering?
Contact Leesah Barbieri by
email or call (303) 830-1839.
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Upcoming Parkinson Association Events
Click the date for more information.
Wednesday, May 16: Ahead of the Curve: Treatments for Advanced Parkinson's - Colorado Springs
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Your Voices Were Heard!
On Wednesday, April 25, the United States Senate officially recognized April 2018 as Parkinson's Awareness Month, bringing attention to the 1 million individuals living with the disease and the impact it
has on families and communities.
All month long, passionate advocates across Colorado took action, encouraging their state and local lawmakers to issue proclamations recognizing this month in their own local communities to support
the approximately 17,000 individuals living with Parkinson's in the state of Colorado.
We had many people in our community take charge and get proclamations from
their City
Councils including*:
- Arvada
- Berthoud
- Broomfield
- Denver
- Johnstown
- Longmont
- Loveland
- Steamboat Springs
- and the State of Colorado - signed by Governor Hickenlooper!
These proclamations help bring attention to Parkinson's, and
increases awareness within the Colorado community. 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. Make sure your voices continue to be heard - advocacy is something we should all do, everyday!
*If your proclamation is not listed, please let us know so we can spread the word!
Thank you!
Jodi Brown, Executive Director
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Support Doesn't Stop There!
Keep the momentum going and join us at one of our many fundraisers!
Poker for Parkinson's
Saturday, May 19 |1:00pm - 3:30pm
Swingers Sports Lounge, 9535 Park Meadows Dr., Lone Tree
Join the Parkinson Association of the Rockies and the Kings Court Players Club for a Parkinson's charity poker event. Poker for Parkinson's is a Texas Hold'em fundraiser put on by Kings Court Players Club geared towards raising funds for the Parkinson Association. We will have prizes for the top 10 finishers. Event will include a silent auction and prizes for a 50/50 drawing. $50 Registration Fee. For more information, click here or contact Chaz at (303)746-8823.
Parkinson's Music, Art, Dance Showcase
Saturday, May 26 | 1:00 - 4:00pm
Blackbox Theatre of the Colorado Ballet, 1075 Santa Fe Dr., Denver
Join us for a showcase of all the local talent our community has to offer! This demonstration will include group classes from Denver Metro and surrounding area. Performances include Denver's Rhythm and Grace: Dance for PD®, Tango for Parkinson's and Ballroom for Parkinson's; Boulder's Tremble Clefs and Dance for PD®;
Art as Action's Reconnect with your Body in Arvada and Broomfield; Aurora's Good Vibrations; Westminster's P.E.A.C.E. art program. Seating is limited and is on a first-come, first- served basis. All proceeds benefit the Parkinson Association of the Rockies. Minimum donation $10.00/person requested.
Be on the lookout for more information! If you are interested in volunteering, contact Beth Ann at (561)-562-0246.
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That's a Wrap!
Parkinson's Awareness Month has come to an end, and it ended with a knock-out for the Parkinson Association of the Rockies!
On Saturday, April 28th Title Boxing in Fort Collins hosted the 3rd Annual Punch-A-Thon! Participants came together and c
ompleted 18, three-minute boxing rounds! They worked up a sweat and raised over $6,460 dedicated to support programs and services in Fort Collins and surrounding communities. Thank you to Paul French,
TITLE Boxing Club in Fort Collins, the Power Punch Parkinson's Fort Collins participants and all those who gave their sweat and support for such an incredible event.
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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.
Registration: $30/Adult | $10/Kids (5-14) | FREE/Kids (0-4)
Walk the Walk that Connects Communities and Enhances Lives
Looking for other ways to support the Vitality Walk? Each year we need 30 day-of volunteers to ensure the event runs smoothly. Some positions also allow for you to participate in the event as well. Contact Leesah Barbieri at (303) 830-1839 or
email for more information.
Special Thanks To
Interested in Sponsoring? Contact Karen Crumback at
(303) 830-1839 or
email
for more information.
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Parkinson Association Support Group Updates
New Location for Salida Support Group
The Salida support group will now be meeting at the
First Presbyterian Church, Discovery Room,
7 Poncha Blvd. on the 1st Saturday of every month at 10:00am.
Support Group Leader Summit
Saturday, June 30 | 11:30am - 1:00pm
Join the Parkinson Association of the Rockies for the Summer 2018 Support Group Leaders Summit. Those currently acting in a leadership role are welcome to attend. This year's summit will focus on defining support group roles and responsibilities while also sharing tips, resources and best practices. For more information or to reserve a spot at the summit, please
email Erica.
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Parkinson Association Exercise Updates
New Colorado Springs Walking Group: PWP = Parkinson's With Poles
A new walking group has started in Colorado Springs. The group will meet Fridays at 10:00am at the Monument Valley Park,
the group will meet at the parking lot at W. Fontanero & Culebra Ave.
For more information or to sign up, contact Eileen at (719) 287-0947.
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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Electric Wheelchair for Sale
2015 PERMOBIL F3-CORPUS Electric Wheel Chair is for sale.
Its size and agility let you move quickly in and out of tight spaces like busy city streets and crowded shopping centers... or even compact apartments. The platform has a lower, re-positioned center of gravity, which greatly improves stability when driving up and down ramps or inclines. The F3 provides an exceptionally comfortable ride, saving your energy to navigate the obstacles of life. Click
here for more information on the chair.
Price is negotiable. Make an offer to Bethesda Worship Center at (303) 673-0023 or
email.
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Research Study Needs Your Help
Can Neurologic Music Therapy Improve Your Fine Motor Skills
?
The Magnetoencephalography Laboratory at University of Colorado Denver is seeking Parkinson's disease patients for a new research study comparing Neurologic Music Therapy versus regular Occupational Therapy. The team is interested in studying the rehabilitative power of music on fine motor skills via brain "entrainment".
To qualify you:
- Have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease
- Are between 45 and 85 years old
- Have no permanently implanted metal object such as DBS or a pacemaker
- Have some difficulties with fine motor skills (such as buttoning, cutting your food, or typing on a keyboard)
- Have health insurance that covers Occupational Therapy costs
Participants will:
- Attend Occupational Therapy AND Neurologic Music Therapy sessions
- Get an MRI scan, with a copy of the results to share with your physician
- Receive $100 to help compensate for any inconvenience and travel expense you might incur
For more information or to see if you qualify, call Nicola Haakonsen (303) 724-6351.
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Community Events
Pedaling 4 Parkinson's
Saturday, June 16
Sweetwater Park, 8300-1/2 Sweet Water Rd., Lone Tree
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