The Parkinson Association of the Rockies’ Colorado Community Conference is Colorado’s premier conference focused on Parkinson’s research and treatments.
At this year's conference, attendees will learn about the research being done in Parkinson's, sleep and the gut and have the opportunity to speak with researchers in Colorado.
Due to the pandemic, we will be holding our biennial Colorado Community Conference virtually this year on the Accelevents platform.
Register on the Accelevents platform here.
Saturday, April 24, 2021 | 8:30am - 2:30pm
Click here for a video explaining how to register for CCC.
For more information or sponsorship opportunities, please email Elena or call (303) 830-1839. |
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Webinar: Alternative Therapies for Parkinson's Disease |
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Join the Parkinson Association of the Rockies and
Dr. Alexander Baumgartner, University of Colorado Movement Disorders Center, to discuss the wide variety of alternative therapies available to people with Parkinson's.
Friday, February 26 | 10:00am - 11:00am
Dr. Baumgartner, was born and raised in Lakewood, CO. He obtained his medical degree in Providence, RI and completed his residency training in Boston, serving as chief resident in his final year. He is excited to begin a 2-year fellowship in Movement Disorders in July 2020, and also to be returning home to Colorado.
For more information, please email Elena. |
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Webinar: Medications Overview |
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Join the Parkinson Association of the Rockies and Dr. Michael Korsmo, University of Colorado Movement Disorders Center, will introduce available treatment options for patients with advanced Parkinson’s disease.
Wednesday, March 3 | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Topics will include pharmacological, procedural and surgical options. Attendees will leave with a general understanding of the wide and diverse treatment options for advanced Parkinson’s, as well as gain insight into potential future therapies.
For more information, please email Elena. |
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Why Exercise for Parkinson's |
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Many People with Parkinson's are prescribed exercise along with their medications but why is exercise so good for managing Parkinson's?
Join the Parkinson Association of the Rockies and Lyndsey O'Keefe, DPT, Pace West Physical Therapy to learn more about the research supporting exercise as a form of medicine for Parkinson's disease and information on how to safely exercise at all levels of abilities.
Tuesday, March 16 | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
For more information, please email Elena.
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Sleep and Fatigue in Parkinson's |
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Sleep issues and fatigue are common among people with Parkinson’s disease. Sleep issues can include insomnia, daytime sleepiness, restless legs, and REM sleep behaviour disorder. Fatigue is a separate but related issue that often overlaps with daytime sleepiness.
Join the Parkinson Association of the Rockies and Dr. Alexander Baumgartner, University of Colorado Movement Disorders Center, to discuss the issue of sleep and fatigue and some possible remedies.
Friday, March 19 | 10:00am - 11:00am
For more information, please email Elena.
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Exercise
We have moved many of our exercise classes online; all you need is a signed waiver with the Parkinson Association to join! For more information or to turn in your waiver, please contact PAR at (303) 830-1839 or email Elena.
We have moved many of our programs online; to access online exercise classes and educational seminars, click here or visit our website.
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Monthly Care Partner Support Group |
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Our in-house Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Cari Friedman, will be leading a new virtual support group for Care Partners.
The group will meet virtually via Zoom on the first Tuesday of each month at 2pm.
The next meeting will take place Tuesday, March 2, 2021.
Click here for the Zoom link.
If you are logging in using a mobile app, you will need to enter the Zoom meeting ID and/or Passcode.
Meeting ID: 969 3503 2229
Passcode: 916562
For more information, please email Cari.
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Weekly Support Group on Zoom |
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We have started a weekly support group that meets via Zoom and is led by our Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Cari Friedman. This support group is open to all those affected by Parkinson’s disease.
Wednesdays | 7:00pm
This week, February 24th, we will have guest speaker, Priscilla Brenes on Nutrition and Parkinson's, so bring your questions on eating well!
If you are logging in using a mobile app, you will need to enter the Zoom meeting ID and/or Passcode.
Meeting ID: 946 5496 2000
Passcode: 839074
For more information, please email Cari.
If you are new to using Zoom click here for a step-by-step video on how to use on the program. |
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Newly Diagnosed Virtual Support Group |
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There is a new monthly virtual support group for people recently diagnosed with PD (1-3 years), that will be held over Zoom.
The group will meet every 3rd Wednesday of each month at 4pm.
Click here for the link to the Zoom.
If you are logging in using a mobile app, you will need to enter the Zoom meeting ID and/or Passcode.
Meeting ID: 923 8768 4430
Passcode: 692148
For more information, please email Elena. |
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New App Nymbl Offering Free Balance Training |
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A new app, Nymbl, has received a grant allowing them offer free balance training to 5,000 people.
Click here for more information, or email Nymbl. |
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Save The Date: Vitality 5K Walk & Run |
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The Parkinson Association of the Rockies will host the 19th Annual Vitality 5K Walk & Run on Sunday, June 6, 2021.
Join more than 1,500 participants to promote community awareness about Parkinson’s and raise funds that support the programs and services provided by PAR.
Click here for more information and for sponsorship opportunities, please email Michael or call (303) 830-1839. |
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Community Section On Our Website
We have added a Community section to our website, to help everyone stay up-to-date with PAR news, community partner events, research opportunities and updates and national organizations. From the community section you will find the following sub-categories:
Articles & Research: Articles and research related to Parkinson's Disease as well as research opportunities
Surveys: Surveys from PAR and other PD Organizations
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We encourage you to promote and follow our hashtags!
Did you know by following hashtags on your social media you can see what others are actively doing in your community and visa-versa?
All you need to do is search for a hashtag or click a hashtag in a post to follow.
#PAR #Parkinsons #ParkinsonsAwareness #ParkinsonsDisease
#PDhealth #PDeducation #PDexercise
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Or mail your check donation to:
Parkinson Association of the Rockies
1325 S Colorado Blvd., Ste. 204B Denver, CO 80222
Or call us for an over the phone donation:
(303) 830-1839
**The CARES Act includes a new $300 ‘non-itemizer’ tax deduction for 2020**
When you donate to PAR, you will be eligible to receive a tax break of up to $300 in addition to the standard deduction (consult your tax advisor).
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