SEPTEMBER, 2021
Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorder Center Monthly News and Updates
SEPTEMBER 1
The Parkinson's Journey: Understanding Progression
Parkinson’s disease (PD) impacts every person living with the disease in different ways — from early signs to symptoms and progression. Learn more about patterns of progression, where you or your loved one tracks in the course of Parkinson’s, and how to navigate changes along the way working alongside your care team.
SEPTEBMER 21
Constipation and the Gut in Parkinsons
Studies show as many as 80% of people with Parkinson’s suffer from constipation. Constipation is defined as fewer than three bowel movements per week. One of the effects Parkinson’s has on the autonomic nervous system seems to be the slowing down of food through the gastrointestinal tract, which can result in constipation. In this webinar, Dr. K will take a deep dive into the gut and how you can best manage your bowel and urinary symptoms to live well with Parkinson’s.
2021 Parkinson's Disease Patient and Family Symposium

Date: Saturday, October 9th
Time: 10:00 am –1:00 pm (CT)
Cost: Free 
Where: Zoom (virtual)
 
Topics include:
•The Future of Care in Parkinson’s
•Therapeutic pipeline and genetics in early PD
•Therapeutic pipeline in advanced PD
•Developing Healthy Habits Using Technology 

Following all presentations, there will be a live MD and Clinician Q & A Panel where you can ask your questions!

Register HERE!
Video Chat
Virtual Support Groups and Classes Schedule

We use Zoom for all our support groups and classes!

Register for any of the groups and classes here!
1st Wednesday of the month
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

2nd Tuesday of the month 
11:30 am – 12:30 pm

2nd Tuesday of the month 
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

4th Wednesday of the month
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

PD 101 
Next class November 17th
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Therapy Tuesdays Exercise Class
1st Tuesday of the month
11:00 am – 12:00 pm

2nd, 3rd, 4th (and 5th) Tuesday of the month
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Music Therapy
4th Tuesday of the month
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

3rd Monday of the month
10:00 am – 11:00 am

Next Session: TBD
Thursdays 2:00 pm – 3:30pm
For a complete list of our groups and classes, including those offered at Central DuPage and Lake Forest Hospitals, click HERE!
Parkinson’s Pride: Engaging the LGBTQ+ Community

Parkinson’s Pride offers an innovative series of free virtual monthly meetings where you can connect with others who are part of both LGBTQ+ and Parkinson’s communities, learn about valuable resources and share your experiences.

 Parkinson’s Pride will run August 2021-June 2022 and is limited to 20 participants.

Learn more here!
Resource Highlight: Calm

Calm is a phone or computer application for sleep and meditation. You can try calm for free or pay a small monthly fee. Calm's goals is to help you experience better sleep, lower stress, and lessen anxiety.

Find more information here.

Click HERE to view the PD Health @ Home schedule for for the month of September.


As a reminder, the Foundation has a variety of resources available to support you and the PD community, including: 
 
HELPLINE: 1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636) or helpline@parkinson.org
PD Conversations an online PD community, to connect with others living with PD and be part of a network of support. 
PD Jump Start Initiative 

Calling all People with PD!

Join us for this FREE personalized exercise program that guides participants to a more active, empowered life through 6-months of expert led exercise sessions, classes, and education. 

FREE Program Includes:
-Personal Wellness Evaluation
-Personal Training Session
-6-Months of Classes
-Educational Workshops

Questions: eric@movement-revolution.com

THIS PROGRAM IS SUPPORTED BY A COMMUNITY GRANT FROM THE PARKINSON'S FOUNDATION
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