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PPMI: The Parkinson’s Study That Could Change Everything

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  Join us for a free event to learn how you can help accelerate Parkinson's research through the Parkinson's Progression Markers Initiative (PPMI), a landmark study from The Michael J. Fox Foundation. REGISTER HERE: bit.ly/LetsTalkPPMI Since its launch in 2010, the PPMI has changed how research is done and what scientists know about the brain. PPMI follows people — with and without Parkinson's — over time to learn more about how disease starts and changes. The study shares its data set — the most robust in Parkinson's research — with scientists to help speed breakthroughs in PD treatment. Our speaker for this program is Emily Tamadonfar, MD. Dr. Tamadonfar is a Clinical Instructor of Neurology at Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California (USC). USC is one of 50 worldwide Clinical Sites for the PPMI. **Can't make this date? Register to receive a link to the recording.**    

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NOURIANZ® (istradefylline): I brake for moments, not for Parkinson’s™

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Join us for a free education event to learn if NOURIANZ® might be right for you. Our speaker is Mark Lew, MD, Movement Disorders Neurologist from Keck School of Medicine, USC. NOURIANZ® is a prescription medicine used with levodopa and carbidopa to treat adults with Parkinson’s disease (PD) who are having “off” episodes. REGISTER HERE: http://bit.ly/BrakeForMoments This event is brought to you by Kiyowa Kirin. Learn about about NOURIANZ® at https://www.nourianz.com/ This event will not be recorded, so please be sure to join us live!

Event Series Women with Parkinson’s support group

Women with Parkinson’s Support Group

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Join us for a virtual support group exclusively for women with Parkinson’s. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month, from 7:00pm-8:30pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/PCLAwomenPD Meeting ID: 848 3993 9181 Hosts: 1st Tuesdays: with Juanita Thompson, LCSW 3rd Tuesdays: with Angela Neff, PCLA board member and woman with Parkinson’s

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Moving Better with Parkinson’s: The Alexander Technique

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The Alexander Technique is a method that teaches you to be more aware of your body, and can help improve posture and movement. The Technique can teach people with Parkinson's how to better manage physical symptoms; improve posture, balance and gait; and more. The method can also be used to reduce anxiety and stress and increase confidence. Join us for an overview of the Technique and how it can be beneficial to people with Parkinson's, with certified Alexander Technique teachers Shula Sendowski and Julie Shelton. REGISTER HERE **Can't make this date? Register to receive a link to the recording.** About our presenters: Shula and Julie are both AmSAT certified Alexander Technique teachers who have also trained in adapting the Technique for people with PD and their care partners. Julie piloted the Parkinson’s/Alexander Technique program at the Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Educational Center, and teaches the Alexander Technique both at CAL Arts University to private clients. Shula has been teaching the Alexander Technique for more then two decades, including work in the Calabasas Senior Center, the National Holistic Institute, and the Cancer Support Community.  She maintains a non-related M.A. and her essays have been published in the AmSAT Journal. Julie and […]

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Cuidadores tengamos una charla

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Spanish: Una reunión mensual gratuita para cuidadores de personas con Parkinson, en español. Las reuniones tienen lugar el segundo viernes de cada mes, de 10:00am-11:30am (hora del Pacífico). Zoom Enlace: bit.ly/unidosconpcla Contraseña: bailando Identificación de la Reunión: 823 6109 9967 Anfitriona: Roxanna Estrada, MFT Sobre la Anfitriona: “Mi gran passion es llevar sanacion a Familias, niños y adultos. He estado en el campo de salud mental por 9 años; alli he encontrado alegria apoyando a las personas en su camino hacia la curacion y felicidad, utilizando una cultura sensitiva y con un objetivo funcional basado en prácticas, evidencias de desarrollo y confianza en la relación terapeutica. He ayudado a clientes a aumentar su perscepcion y autoconciencia para que puedan vivir plenamente asi mismos. Mi enfoque en la terapia es hacerlo atractivo y colaborativo." - Roxana Estrada, MFT English:  A free monthly meeting for caregivers of PWPs, in Spanish. Meetings are held the 2nd Friday of each month from 10:00am-11:30am PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/unidosconpcla Password: bailando Meeting ID: 823 6109 9967 Host: Roxanna Estrada, MFT About Host: “My great passion is to bring healing to families, children, and adults. I have been in the mental health field for 9 years; There I have […]

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Event Series Women with Parkinson’s Support Group

Women with Parkinson’s Support Group

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Join us for a virtual support group exclusively for women with Parkinson’s. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month, from 7:00pm-8:30pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/PCLAwomenPD Meeting ID: 848 3993 9181 Hosts: 1st Tuesdays: with Juanita Thompson, LCSW 3rd Tuesdays: with Angela Neff, PCLA board member and woman with Parkinson’s

Event Series Women with Parkinson’s support group

Women with Parkinson’s Support Group

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Join us for a virtual support group exclusively for women with Parkinson’s. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month, from 7:00pm-8:30pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/PCLAwomenPD Meeting ID: 848 3993 9181 Hosts: 1st Tuesdays: with Juanita Thompson, LCSW 3rd Tuesdays: with Angela Neff, PCLA board member and woman with Parkinson’s

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Palliative Care & Parkinson’s: Patient-Centered Care for your PD Journey

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Palliative care is a patient-focused approach to care and treatment that can provide relief from both the symptoms and stress of Parkinson's, improving quality of life for the person with PD as well as their care partners and family. Palliative care is provided by a specially-trained team of doctors, nurses and other specialists who work together with a patient’s other doctors to provide an extra layer of support that is based on the needs of the person with PD, rather than the stage or course of their disease. Join us for an overview of palliative care and how it can benefit you and your family. **Can't make this date? Register to receive a link to the recording.** About our speaker: Adriana Gonzalez is a licensed clinical social worker at the Parkinson and Movement Disorders Center at the University of California San Diego. She is a graduate of San Diego State University where she obtained her masters degree in social work. Adriana is committed to working closely with the clinical team to support patients in meeting their treatment goals. She is bilingual and ¡Juntos Unidos!, a Latino outreach program for Parkinson's disease. Outside of work Adriana enjoys traveling, listening to live music, […]

Event Series Women with Parkinson’s support group

Women with Parkinson’s Support Group

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Join us for a virtual support group exclusively for women with Parkinson’s. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month, from 7:00pm-8:30pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/PCLAwomenPD Meeting ID: 848 3993 9181 Hosts: 1st Tuesdays: with Juanita Thompson, LCSW 3rd Tuesdays: with Angela Neff, PCLA board member and woman with Parkinson’s

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Mental Health & Parkinson’s: Strategies to Boost Your Wellbeing

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  Mental Health & Parkinson's: Strategies to Boost Your Wellbeing with Lauren Keats and Amanda Zendejas, Re+Active Physical Therapy and Wellness Want to learn more about how Parkinson's can impact your mental health, and how to take control of improving your overall mental wellbeing? Join us for a free event with Lauren Keats and Amanda Zendejas of Re+Active Physical Therapy and Wellness. **Can't make this date? Register to receive a link to the recording.** About our speakers: Lauren Keats is a neuropsychologist at Re-Active Physical Therapy and Wellness, a neurorehabilitation clinic in Los Angeles. Her clinical training and passion lies in working with individuals and families affected by neurological disease and chronic health conditions. Dr. Keats provides both therapy and neuropsychological assessment services to understand how the brain has been differentially impacted by neurological changes, and to help individuals capitalize on psychological and cognitive strengths to improve their daily functioning and quality of life. She is a firm believer in the power of shifting one's mindset or behavioral patterns to make improvements in one's lives, and is eager to share ways to help individuals make shifts in their lives to feel more like the person they want to be. Dr. […]

Event Series Cuidadores tengamos una charla

Cuidadores tengamos una charla

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Spanish: Una reunión mensual gratuita para cuidadores de personas con Parkinson, en español. Las reuniones tienen lugar el segundo viernes de cada mes, de 10:00am-11:30am (hora del Pacífico). Zoom Enlace: bit.ly/unidosconpcla Contraseña: bailando Identificación de la Reunión: 823 6109 9967 Anfitriona: Roxanna Estrada, MFT Sobre la Anfitriona: “Mi gran passion es llevar sanacion a Familias, niños y adultos. He estado en el campo de salud mental por 9 años; alli he encontrado alegria apoyando a las personas en su camino hacia la curacion y felicidad, utilizando una cultura sensitiva y con un objetivo funcional basado en prácticas, evidencias de desarrollo y confianza en la relación terapeutica. He ayudado a clientes a aumentar su perscepcion y autoconciencia para que puedan vivir plenamente asi mismos. Mi enfoque en la terapia es hacerlo atractivo y colaborativo." - Roxana Estrada, MFT English:  A free monthly meeting for caregivers of PWPs, in Spanish. Meetings are held the 2nd Friday of each month from 10:00am-11:30am PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/unidosconpcla Password: bailando Meeting ID: 823 6109 9967 Host: Roxanna Estrada, MFT About Host: “My great passion is to bring healing to families, children, and adults. I have been in the mental health field for 9 years; There I have […]

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Event Series Women with Parkinson’s Support Group

Women with Parkinson’s Support Group

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Join us for a virtual support group exclusively for women with Parkinson’s. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month, from 7:00pm-8:30pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/PCLAwomenPD Meeting ID: 848 3993 9181 Hosts: 1st Tuesdays: with Juanita Thompson, LCSW 3rd Tuesdays: with Angela Neff, PCLA board member and woman with Parkinson’s