Upcoming Events for Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s Disease
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Parkinson’s In Motion
Parkinson’s In Motion
Join us for a FREE interactive wellness event designed to empower individuals with Parkinson’s disease through movement-based activities.
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Parkinson’s Disease: More Than Motor Symptoms
Parkinson’s Disease: More Than Motor Symptoms
Join this free virtual event for an opportunity to learn more about Parkinson’s-related hallucinations and delusions, including how to talk to your healthcare provider about your symptoms and establish a treatment plan.
Creciendo Junto Con Parkinson’s
Creciendo Junto Con Parkinson’s
Acompáñanos en una conversación para aprender sobre los síntomas del Parkinson y cómo vivir una vida mejor. El facilitador será Alfred Pérez. El link de Zoom Facilitador: Alfred Perez Sobre el facilitador: "En 2018, me diagnosticaron Parkinson a los 36 años, un momento que cambió mi vida justo cuando mi esposa y yo estábamos dando la bienvenida a nuestro segundo hijo. Nuestro primer hijo nació en 2016, y con dos niños pequeños, de repente me enfrenté al desafío de equilibrar la paternidad con las realidades de vivir con Parkinson. A pesar de los obstáculos, sigo comprometido a estar presente para mi familia y a encontrar fuerzas en cada nuevo día. Este camino ha transformado mi perspectiva sobre la vida, la resiliencia y la importancia del apoyo de los seres queridos."
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Weekly Tuesday Parkinson’s Support Group
Weekly Tuesday Parkinson’s Support Group
This general Parkinson’s support group is open to all, including care partners and family members. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesday from 11:00am-12:00pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/supportgrouppcla Meeting ID: 862 3868 0280 Host: Judy Yaras This group is run by Judy Yaras, who was a Parkinson’s care partner for 18 years, and serves as Vice President of PCLA.
Care Partner Connection Support Group
Care Partner Connection Support Group
This weekly support group is for all family caregivers to a loved one with Parkinson’s. This is an open, conversational group. Join us to share, or just listen, and to learn more about Parkinson’s caregiving and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 7:30pm-8:30pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/CarePartnerConnection Meeting ID: 838 6737 7847 Password: 808495 Host: Charles Schiell About Host: This group is hosted by Charles Schiell, who was a care partner to his father with Parkinson’s.
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Young Onset & Young at Heart Support Group
Young Onset & Young at Heart Support Group
Join us for a free monthly support group for PWPs and care partners and family members, with a special focus on the Young Onset population. This is also a great group for those who are working and/or raising children while living with Parkinson’s. Young Onset and “Young at Heart” meets monthly on the 4th Wednesday, 7:30pm-9:00pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/supportgrouppcla Meeting ID: 862 3868 0280
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Moving Forward: Practical Tips to Maintain Independence and Make Life Easier Part 4 – Catch-up and wrap up
Moving Forward: Practical Tips to Maintain Independence and Make Life Easier Part 4 – Catch-up and wrap up
Join PCLA for the first installment of our brand new “Moving Forward” series! Moving Forward features special presentations from experts in the medical community to provide tools & strategies that maximize quality of life for people living with Parkinson’s.
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Weekly Tuesday Parkinson’s Support Group
Weekly Tuesday Parkinson’s Support Group
This general Parkinson’s support group is open to all, including care partners and family members. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesday from 11:00am-12:00pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/supportgrouppcla Meeting ID: 862 3868 0280 Host: Judy Yaras This group is run by Judy Yaras, who was a Parkinson’s care partner for 18 years, and serves as Vice President of PCLA.
Women with Parkinson’s Support Group
Women with Parkinson’s Support Group
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
Care Partner Connection Support Group
Care Partner Connection Support Group
This weekly support group is for all family caregivers to a loved one with Parkinson’s. This is an open, conversational group. Join us to share, or just listen, and to learn more about Parkinson’s caregiving and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 7:30pm-8:30pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/CarePartnerConnection Meeting ID: 838 6737 7847 Password: 808495 Host: Charles Schiell About Host: This group is hosted by Charles Schiell, who was a care partner to his father with Parkinson’s.
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CANCELLED Caregiver Cafe Support Group
CANCELLED Caregiver Cafe Support Group
The Caregiver Cafe Support Group is cancelled this week - March, 5, 2025. The normal schedule will resume in April - see you next month! This support group is for all Parkinson’s care partners and family members. Join us to share, or just listen, and to learn more about Parkinson’s caregiving and resources. This group meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month from 11:00am-12:30pm PT Zoom Link: bit.ly/supportgrouppcla Meeting ID: 862 3868 0280 Host: Juanita Thompson, LCSW
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Men with Parkinson’s Support Group
Men with Parkinson’s Support Group
Join us for a virtual support group exclusively for men with Parkinson’s. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets on the 1st Thursday of each month, from 11:00am-12:00pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/PCLAmenwithpd Password: 12345 Meeting ID: 867 9994 2844 Host: Charles Coverdale
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Sharing Our Strength In-Person Support Group
Sharing Our Strength In-Person Support Group
This monthly Parkinson's support group is free and open to all. Join us monthly on the 2nd Monday, 10:30am-12:00pm at Westwood Presbyterian Church, in Hoffman Hall. Parking is free - enter through the gate on Wilshire. Host: Nessa Weinman About Host: Nessa is an experienced care-partner to her husband Mike, who was diagnosed at age 36 in the year 2000. Together, Mike & Nessa raised 3 sons who were all under 10 years old when Mike’s Parkinson’s was diagnosed. Nessa has also been an Executive Director for 2 different Parkinson’s non-profits raising money and awareness. She has been running this support group for 10 years.
Creciendo Junto Con Parkinson’s
Creciendo Junto Con Parkinson’s
Acompáñanos en una conversación para aprender sobre los síntomas del Parkinson y cómo vivir una vida mejor. El facilitador será Alfred Pérez. El link de Zoom Facilitador: Alfred Perez Sobre el facilitador: "En 2018, me diagnosticaron Parkinson a los 36 años, un momento que cambió mi vida justo cuando mi esposa y yo estábamos dando la bienvenida a nuestro segundo hijo. Nuestro primer hijo nació en 2016, y con dos niños pequeños, de repente me enfrenté al desafío de equilibrar la paternidad con las realidades de vivir con Parkinson. A pesar de los obstáculos, sigo comprometido a estar presente para mi familia y a encontrar fuerzas en cada nuevo día. Este camino ha transformado mi perspectiva sobre la vida, la resiliencia y la importancia del apoyo de los seres queridos."
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Weekly Tuesday Parkinson’s Support Group
Weekly Tuesday Parkinson’s Support Group
This general Parkinson’s support group is open to all, including care partners and family members. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesday from 11:00am-12:00pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/supportgrouppcla Meeting ID: 862 3868 0280 Host: Judy Yaras This group is run by Judy Yaras, who was a Parkinson’s care partner for 18 years, and serves as Vice President of PCLA.
Care Partner Connection Support Group
Care Partner Connection Support Group
This weekly support group is for all family caregivers to a loved one with Parkinson’s. This is an open, conversational group. Join us to share, or just listen, and to learn more about Parkinson’s caregiving and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 7:30pm-8:30pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/CarePartnerConnection Meeting ID: 838 6737 7847 Password: 808495 Host: Charles Schiell About Host: This group is hosted by Charles Schiell, who was a care partner to his father with Parkinson’s.
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Parkinson’s Disease & Lewy Body Dementia Caregivers: Unique Challenges and Novel Approaches to Support
Parkinson’s Disease & Lewy Body Dementia Caregivers: Unique Challenges and Novel Approaches to Support
**Can't make this date? Register to receive a link to the recording.** An overwhelming majority of people with Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia rely on unpaid caregiving from family members, with limited research on the impact on the caretaker’s well-being. Join us for an exploration of the challenges faced by caretakers of those living with PD and LBD and a discussion on how to best support these individuals. About our speaker: Jori Fleisher, MD, MSCE, is a fellowship-trained, movement disorders neurologist with a special interest in understanding the needs of individuals and families who are living with advanced Parkinson’s disease and related disorders. She also has a special interest in designing new models of care to better serve this population. After three years on the faculty at New York University, she joined the Rush University Medical Center Parkinson’s disease and Movement Disorders Program in 2017, where she sees patients and conducts research. Fleisher is supported by the National Institutes of Health and various non-profit foundations, and has several research studies underway that are focused on interdisciplinary home visits and caregiver peer mentoring to improve the lives of patients and families who are living with these conditions. She is also […]
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2025 LA 5K for PCLA
2025 LA 5K for PCLA
The LA 5K is a family-friendly race happening on Saturday, March 15, 2025. It is open to participants of all ages and abilities, including runners, walkers, and strollers. Experience an iconic run/walk through Los Angeles as you run, walk, or stroll through beautiful Elysian Park before a rewarding finish set against the backdrop of world-famous Dodger Stadium. All participants will receive a race shirt, a finisher medal, post-race refreshments, and a truly unforgettable race experience. Here are three ways you can participate: 1. Fundraise and Walk with Friends! Create your own LA 5K Fundraising Page. Create an account with the McCourt Foundation (organizers) so you can participate in the race and fundraise on behalf of PCLA. 2. Can’t Make the Live Event? Fundraise from Home! Create a virtual fundraiser. Go to the PCLA Fundraising page and click “Participate with this charity” on the left-hand side. Choose “Create a Fundraising Account” and create your team to start fundraising! 3. Donate to PCLA! Donate directly to our LA 5K fund. Board members, support group leaders, friends, family, and members of the community will be crossing the finish line at this fitness-forward event. Please note all three options raise funds for PCLA. You […]
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Weekly Tuesday Parkinson’s Support Group
Weekly Tuesday Parkinson’s Support Group
This general Parkinson’s support group is open to all, including care partners and family members. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesday from 11:00am-12:00pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/supportgrouppcla Meeting ID: 862 3868 0280 Host: Judy Yaras This group is run by Judy Yaras, who was a Parkinson’s care partner for 18 years, and serves as Vice President of PCLA.
Women with Parkinson’s Support Group
Women with Parkinson’s Support Group
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
Care Partner Connection Support Group
Care Partner Connection Support Group
This weekly support group is for all family caregivers to a loved one with Parkinson’s. This is an open, conversational group. Join us to share, or just listen, and to learn more about Parkinson’s caregiving and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 7:30pm-8:30pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/CarePartnerConnection Meeting ID: 838 6737 7847 Password: 808495 Host: Charles Schiell About Host: This group is hosted by Charles Schiell, who was a care partner to his father with Parkinson’s.
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S.T.A.R.T. Parkinson’s Support Group (in person)
S.T.A.R.T. Parkinson’s Support Group (in person)
This monthly Parkinson’s support group is free and open to all. Care partners and family members are welcome to attend, as well as people with Parkinson's. The group meets monthly on the third Wednesday, from 3-5 pm PT. RSVP requested: [email protected] Location: San Marino Community Church 1750 Virginia Road San Marino, CA 91108
Let’s Come Together Support Group
Let’s Come Together Support Group
This group is dedicated to providing a supportive space where our community can share personal stories, exchange experiences, and gain valuable insights for navigating life's challenges with Parkinson’s during this uncertain time in Los Angeles. Facilitator: Juanita Thompson, LCSW Let's Come Together Support Group 3rd Wednesday of the month, 7:00pm-8:30pm PT Link to join Meeting ID: 818 9499 0910
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Men with Parkinson’s Support Group
Men with Parkinson’s Support Group
Join us for a virtual support group exclusively for men with Parkinson’s. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets on the first and third Thursday of each month, from 11:00am-12:00pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/PCLAmenwithpd Password: 12345 Meeting ID: 867 9994 2844 Host: Charles Coverdale
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Creciendo Junto Con Parkinson’s
Creciendo Junto Con Parkinson’s
Acompáñanos en una conversación para aprender sobre los síntomas del Parkinson y cómo vivir una vida mejor. El facilitador será Alfred Pérez. El link de Zoom Facilitador: Alfred Perez Sobre el facilitador: "En 2018, me diagnosticaron Parkinson a los 36 años, un momento que cambió mi vida justo cuando mi esposa y yo estábamos dando la bienvenida a nuestro segundo hijo. Nuestro primer hijo nació en 2016, y con dos niños pequeños, de repente me enfrenté al desafío de equilibrar la paternidad con las realidades de vivir con Parkinson. A pesar de los obstáculos, sigo comprometido a estar presente para mi familia y a encontrar fuerzas en cada nuevo día. Este camino ha transformado mi perspectiva sobre la vida, la resiliencia y la importancia del apoyo de los seres queridos."
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Weekly Tuesday Parkinson’s Support Group
Weekly Tuesday Parkinson’s Support Group
This general Parkinson’s support group is open to all, including care partners and family members. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesday from 11:00am-12:00pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/supportgrouppcla Meeting ID: 862 3868 0280 Host: Judy Yaras This group is run by Judy Yaras, who was a Parkinson’s care partner for 18 years, and serves as Vice President of PCLA.
Care Partner Connection Support Group
Care Partner Connection Support Group
This weekly support group is for all family caregivers to a loved one with Parkinson’s. This is an open, conversational group. Join us to share, or just listen, and to learn more about Parkinson’s caregiving and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 7:30pm-8:30pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/CarePartnerConnection Meeting ID: 838 6737 7847 Password: 808495 Host: Charles Schiell About Host: This group is hosted by Charles Schiell, who was a care partner to his father with Parkinson’s.
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Young Onset & Young at Heart Support Group
Young Onset & Young at Heart Support Group
Join us for a free monthly support group for PWPs and care partners and family members, with a special focus on the Young Onset population. This is also a great group for those who are working and/or raising children while living with Parkinson’s. Young Onset and “Young at Heart” meets monthly on the 4th Wednesday, 7:30pm-9:00pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/supportgrouppcla Meeting ID: 862 3868 0280
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Parkinson’s In Motion

2025 LA 5K for PCLA
Creciendo Junto Con Parkinson’s
OnlineAcompáñanos en una conversación para aprender sobre los síntomas del Parkinson y cómo vivir una vida mejor. El facilitador será Alfred Pérez. El link de Zoom Facilitador: Alfred Perez Sobre el facilitador: "En 2018, me diagnosticaron Parkinson a los 36 años, un momento que cambió mi vida justo cuando mi esposa y yo estábamos dando la bienvenida a nuestro segundo hijo. Nuestro primer hijo nació en 2016, y con dos niños pequeños, de repente me enfrenté al desafío de equilibrar la paternidad con las realidades de vivir con Parkinson. A pesar de los obstáculos, sigo comprometido a estar presente para mi familia y a encontrar fuerzas en cada nuevo día. Este camino ha transformado mi perspectiva sobre la vida, la resiliencia y la importancia del apoyo de los seres queridos."
Weekly Tuesday Parkinson’s Support Group
OnlineThis general Parkinson’s support group is open to all, including care partners and family members. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesday from 11:00am-12:00pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/supportgrouppcla Meeting ID: 862 3868 0280 Host: Judy Yaras This group is run by Judy Yaras, who was a Parkinson’s care partner for 18 years, and serves as Vice President of PCLA.
Care Partner Connection Support Group
OnlineThis weekly support group is for all family caregivers to a loved one with Parkinson’s. This is an open, conversational group. Join us to share, or just listen, and to learn more about Parkinson’s caregiving and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 7:30pm-8:30pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/CarePartnerConnection Meeting ID: 838 6737 7847 Password: 808495 Host: Charles Schiell About Host: This group is hosted by Charles Schiell, who was a care partner to his father with Parkinson’s.
Young Onset & Young at Heart Support Group
OnlineJoin us for a free monthly support group for PWPs and care partners and family members, with a special focus on the Young Onset population. This is also a great group for those who are working and/or raising children while living with Parkinson’s. Young Onset and “Young at Heart” meets monthly on the 4th Wednesday, 7:30pm-9:00pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/supportgrouppcla Meeting ID: 862 3868 0280
Weekly Tuesday Parkinson’s Support Group
OnlineThis general Parkinson’s support group is open to all, including care partners and family members. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesday from 11:00am-12:00pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/supportgrouppcla Meeting ID: 862 3868 0280 Host: Judy Yaras This group is run by Judy Yaras, who was a Parkinson’s care partner for 18 years, and serves as Vice President of PCLA.
Women with Parkinson’s Support Group
OnlineJoin 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
Care Partner Connection Support Group
OnlineThis weekly support group is for all family caregivers to a loved one with Parkinson’s. This is an open, conversational group. Join us to share, or just listen, and to learn more about Parkinson’s caregiving and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 7:30pm-8:30pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/CarePartnerConnection Meeting ID: 838 6737 7847 Password: 808495 Host: Charles Schiell About Host: This group is hosted by Charles Schiell, who was a care partner to his father with Parkinson’s.
Caregiver Cafe Support Group
OnlineThis support group is for all Parkinson’s care partners and family members. Join us to share, or just listen, and to learn more about Parkinson’s caregiving and resources. This group meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month from 11:00am-12:30pm PT Zoom Link: bit.ly/supportgrouppcla Meeting ID: 862 3868 0280 Host: Juanita Thompson, LCSW
Parkinson’s Lunch & Learn with PCLA: Parkinson’s & Peace
Griffin Club Los Angeles 3084 Motor Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesJoin PCLA for the first installment of our brand new “Moving Forward” series! Moving Forward features special presentations from experts in the medical community to provide tools & strategies that maximize quality of life for people living with Parkinson’s.
Men with Parkinson’s Support Group
OnlineJoin us for a virtual support group exclusively for men with Parkinson’s. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets on the 1st Thursday of each month, from 11:00am-12:00pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/PCLAmenwithpd Password: 12345 Meeting ID: 867 9994 2844 Host: Charles Coverdale
Spontaneous Activity: A group show by artists with Parkinson’s Disease
DNJ Gallery 3015 Ocean Park Blvd,, Santa Monica, United StatesPCLA is thrilled to collaborate with dnj Gallery and ArtandMed on “Spontaneous Activity”: a group show by artists with Parkinson’s disease.
Weekly Tuesday Parkinson’s Support Group
OnlineThis general Parkinson’s support group is open to all, including care partners and family members. Join us to share or just listen, ask questions, and swap information and resources. This group meets weekly on Tuesday from 11:00am-12:00pm PT. Zoom Link: bit.ly/supportgrouppcla Meeting ID: 862 3868 0280 Host: Judy Yaras This group is run by Judy Yaras, who was a Parkinson’s care partner for 18 years, and serves as Vice President of PCLA.