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Painting for Parkinson's
April 6 | 1:00 - 3:00pm | $30/Person
Broomfield Senior Center, Lakeshore Room
280 Spader Way, Broomfield
Parkinson's Awareness Month is just around the corner! Join the Broomfield Parkinson's Support Group and the P.E.A.C.E. (Parkinson's Exploring Art and Creative Expression) art program for a creative fundraising event benefiting the Parkinson Association of the Rockies.
The workshop will be led by Vickie Leigh Krudwig who will teach the basics of watercolor painting to unleash your creative genius by exploring the works of other artists and creating your own masterpiece!
Explore the world of lines, shape, color and composition as you experiment with a variety of watercolor mediums and techniques on Saturday, April 6. Click
here to register today!
Vickie Leigh Krudwig
is the Resident Life Director at Covenant Village of Colorado, and instructor of the P.E.A.C.E. program developed especially for LifeConnect University, a life-long learning program at Covenant Village of Colorado, as well as the on-campus art program, Art for the Health of It.
Vickie's
illustrations and stories have been published nationally and internationally in a variety of children's publications. She is the author of numerous children's books. Vickie's fine art has been shown in various galleries throughout Colorado.
All ages are welcome.
All material, refreshments and snacks will be provided.
Click
here to register today!
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The Time is Now - Let's Push for Proclamations!
April is coming quickly and that means Parkinson's Awareness Month!
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).
It's 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 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.
Wednesday, April 17: Parkinson's 101 for Newly Diagnosed: Parkinson's Basics - Denver, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Saturday, April 20: Chat with the Parkinson's Pros: Advancements in Treatments - Pueblo, 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 Association of the Rockies to help support local programs and services. For marketing opportunities, please contact Karen.
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Parkinson Association Exercise Class Updates
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.
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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)
For More Information or to Sponsor: call (303) 830-1839 or
email Karen.
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Introducing: Parkinson's 101 for Newly Diagnosed
The Parkinson Association of the Rockies is offering a free, three-part educational series 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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Upcoming Community Fundraisers
April 13 | 1:00pm | $50/Person
Reeds Southside Tavern and Indoor Golf | 9535 Park Meadows Dr., Lone Tree
For more information or to register, click
here.
Punch-a-thon
April 27 | Noon
TITLE Boxing Club |
4360 S College Ave., Fort Collins
More details to come!
Pancakes for Parkinson's
April 28 | 7:30 - 9:30am | $10/Person
Applebee's Grill + Bar | 495 Garden of the Gods Rd., Colorado Springs
Register by
email or call (704) 454-8913.
Breaking par for PAR
July 20 | 8:30am Shotgun Start | $150/player
($125/player early-bird pricing ends June 1)
Walnut Creek Golf Preserve | 10555 Westmoor Dr., Westminster
For more information or to register, click here.
Redneck Ride for Parkinson's
August 25 | $30 Suggested Donation
Foothills of Larimer County
Registration will open next week!
Ride for PD
Show your support for Steve Martin's bike ride through the Rocky Mountains.
Starting from the New Mexico border on September 1 and entering Wyoming on September 7, Steve and his crew will be tackling four Rocky Mountain passes, and crossing the Great Divide twice! Donate online here.
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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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A free semi-automatic hospital bed needs a new home. The bed is only 1.5 yrs old. If interested, contact Verda Gully at (303) 761-3281.
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Community Events
Ballroom Dance Classes are back!
Arthur Murray Dance Center | 7400 E. Hampden Ave., Denver
Tuesdays and Fridays | 10:20am
Arthur Murray Dance Center is offering a their 6 week sessions of dance lessons, two classes/week. The class will be $120/person
.
Email or call Sari Tolpen at (303) 337-2311 for more information on the dates and times of the class.
Adult Caregiver Program with Easter Seals
Friday, March 29 - Sunday, March 31
Rocky Mountain Village Camp| Empire, CO (about 40 miles west of Denver)
Registration: $50/per family
Easterseals Colorado has been a leading disability service provider for more than 92 years. Join them for a weekend workshop for families facing the challenges of caregiving. Children will receive support by trained staff and volunteers, and participate in fun, recreational activities while guardians gain community resources, financial tips and tools to manage stress. Click
here for more information, and
here to download the application.
Parkinson's Advocated in Research Program
The Parkinson's Foundation has a research advocacy program called the Parkinson's Advocates In Research (PAIR program). Patients and care partners can apply to join a 4-day Learning Institute, where they will learn about Parkinson's research and gain leadership and advocacy skills to confidently interact with researchers and the community. After that, there are many different ways that Research Advocates can engage with the Parkinson's Foundation to help influence the research process.
Click
here
for more information an to apply.
Self Care for Caregivers: Journal Series
April 20 and May 18 | 1:00 - 2:00pm
Schlessman Family Branch Library | 100 Poplar St., Denver
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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