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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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, NCS, 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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A Different Path to Treat OFF Time in Parkinson's Disease |
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Join us for this promotional program brought to you by Kyowa Kirin Inc. to learn more about NOURIANZ, a prescription medicine used with levodopa and carbidopa to treat adults with Parkinson's disease who are having "off" episodes.
Tuesday March 23 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Presented by, Rajeev Kumar, MD, Medical Director, Rocky Mountain Movement Disorders Center.
For more information, please email Elena.
*The generous support of our sponsors makes our educational programs available; please note that this program is exclusively sponsored by Acorda Therapeutics and contains promotional material.
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Experiencing a return of your Parkinson's symptoms? You're not alone.
Hear from a healthcare professional at a FREE educational program sponsored by Acorda Therapeutics.
Wednesday, March 31 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Featured Speaker:
Dr. Rajeev Kumar
Medical Director
Rocky Mountain Movement Disorders Center, Englewood, Colorado
AND a Person living with Parkinson's
For more information, please email Elena.
*The generous support of our sponsors makes our educational programs available; please note that this program is exclusively sponsored by Acorda Therapeutics and contains promotional material.
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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, please visit our website.
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Cari Friedman, LCSW and Patient and Family Services Director, is leading two virtual support groups for the Parkinson’s community.
Evening Support Group (open to all)
Wednesdays | 7:00pm
On March 10, there will be a guest speaker, Dr. Cyndy McRae, discussing anxiety and depression.
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
Care Partner ONLY Virtual Support Group
The group will meet virtually via Zoom on the third Tuesday of each month at 2pm.
The next meeting will take place Tuesday, April 20, 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 Jodi.
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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Proclamations For Parkinson's Awareness Month |
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April is Parkinson's Awareness Month and you can help raise awareness in your community, by getting your local government to declare a proclamation for Parkinson's Awareness Month. Proclamations from the city are issued by the Mayor to honor, celebrate, or create awareness of an event, milestone, or achievement; proclamations can be issued for one day, week, or month.
Click below to find how to request a proclamation on your local government.
To request a proclamation in Denver
To request a proclamation in Aurora
To request a proclamation in Durango
To request a proclamation for the state of Colorado
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COVID-19 Vaccine Information |
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People 60 and older are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 Vaccine. Below are documents providing knowledge on different aspects of the vaccine, from which group you fit within, to where to go get your vaccine.
Click here to access a COVID-19 Vaccine planning toolkit.
Click here to read clarifications on Phase 1B.
Click here to learn more about vaccine eligibility for Coloradans with high risk conditions.
Click here to fill out a vaccine screening and administration form. |
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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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