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Just a Few Seats Left... RSVP Today for
This Thursday | September 11th
Cocktail & Social Hour | 6pm
Dinner, Program & Live Auction | 7pm
Garden Canopy at Hudson Gardens
6115 S. Santa Fe Dr. | Littleton
There are only a few seats left for the Party in the Garden! Don't miss out on an evening of festive drinks, delicious food, games, activities and a live auction. RSVP Today!
General Admission: $150/person
Young Professional: $75/person (under 40)
To join the Party click HERE.
or call (303) 830-1839
Special Thanks to our Celebration Sponsors:
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Donate Today!
A $100 donation will fund a free in-home visit by our Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Upcoming Parkinson Association Events
(Click on date for more information)
The Garden Canopy at Hudson Gardens, 6115 S. Santa Fe Dr., Littleton
El Jebel Community Center, 0020 Eagle County Dr., El Jebel, CO
Medical Center of the Rockies, 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., Loveland
Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way, Broomfield
October 3: Topics NOT Regularly Discussed Among Friends
HighPointe Assisted Living, 6383 E. Girard Pl., Denver
October 4: Chat with the (Parkinson's) Pros - Casper
Rocky Mountain Therapy, 2546 E. 2nd St., Building 500, Casper, WY
October 11: Chat with the (Parkinson's) Pros - Loveland
Medical Center of the Rockies, 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., Loveland
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Partners in Parkinson's
The Parkinson Association, a Participating Partner in Parkinson's, invites you and your family to attend a Partners in Parkinson's event at the Colorado Convention Center on November 8. Sign up today at www.partnersinparkinsons.org
Partners in Parkinson's has been developed by The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research and AbbVie to help patients and caregivers gain knowledge and support for navigating a Parkinson's diagnosis and progression in order to optimize care at every stage of the disease.
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They Ran, Walked and Rode for Parkinson's
We are very fortunate to have so many friends in our community who so generously give of their time to host events for the Parkinson Association annually. These events raise significant awareness of Parkinson's disease while also generating important funding for the Association's programs and services which support, strengthen and empower our Parkinson's community.
On Saturday, August 23rd, 202 individuals ran or walked the 2nd Annual Colorado Courage 5K Run to support those living courageously with Parkinson's. The event raised $19,555.00 for the Parkinson Association's programs and services. We are deeply grateful to all those who participated in the event, as well as those who generously donated! The success of this event is due to the dedicated work of the, small but mighty, race coordinator team and all their event-day volunteers. Thank you all for your support!
Click here to view Colorado Courage 5K Runner Results
On Sunday, August 24th, 74 riders pedaled from Estes Park to Loveland to raise awareness of Parkinson's in John Jacquinot's 2nd Annual Redneck Ride for Parkinson's. This event has also raised $2,210.00 which enables us to provide scholarships for the Parkinson Association's exercise & activity classes. We could not have done this event without the support of Rocky Mountain Recumbent Bikes and a slew of volunteers, as well as local establishments who hosted the event riders for refreshments along the bike route.
Click here to view Redneck Ride for Parkinson's photos.
Click here to view even more photos!
Did you miss either of these events but still want to contribute?
Click to make a donation to Colorado Courage 5K
Click to make a donation to Redneck Ride for Parkinson's
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Parkinson Association Community Updates
NEW! Good Vibrations Music Class in Aurora
Thursday's at 1:00pm. First class will begin September 25.
Life Care Center of Aurora, 14101 E. Evans Ave., Aurora
$5/participant.
Contact the Parkinson Association at (303) 830-1839 or email for more information.
Longmont Evening Support Group Time Change
1st Monday after the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6:00pm.
Longmont Senior Center, 910 Longs Peak Ave., Longmont
NEW! Support Group in Aurora
2nd Tuesday's of the month at 1:00pm. First meeting will be on October 14.
Life Care Center of Aurora, 14101 E. Evans Ave., Aurora
NEW! Support Group in Parker
2nd Tuesday of the month at 10:00am. First meeting will be on November 11.
Life Care Center at Stonegate, 15720 Garden Plaza, Dr., Parker
Stapleton Yoga for Parkinson's Time Change
Monday's at 1:40pm
University of Colorado-Stapleton Clinic, 3055 Roslyn Street, 1st Floor
Rhythm & Grace Class has moved!
Monday's at Noon
The Colorado Ballet has moved to 1075 Santa Fe Dr., Denver
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Parkinson's Clinical Trials
Investigational Medicine Clinical Trial
The investigational medication is composed of a combination of two currently approved drugs for Parkinson's disease in low doses. The study involves taking a once-daily capsule of study medication and monthly visits to a clinic throughout the study. You may qualify to participate in the study if:
- You were recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease
- You are between the ages 35 and 75
- Have not been taking other Parkinson's medication for more than 4 weeks
For more information, contact Wendi Legg at (303) 724-8305 or click here
Deep Brain Stimulation Clinical Trial
Clinical research study looking to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the Vercise™ Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) system as a therapy for reducing some of the symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease (PD) that are not adequately controlled with medication.You may qualify to participate in the study if:
- You have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease for 5 years or longer
- You are experiencing disabling Parkinson's disease symptoms or drug side effects despite taking anti-Parkinson's disease medication(s)?
- You are less than 75 years old?
For more information, contact Sierra Farris, PA-C at (303) 781-0511 or email
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Upcoming Community Events
Thriving with Neurological Conditions: Science, Sensitivity and Support
September 13 | 8:00am - 3:00pm
Grand Hyatt Denver, 1750 Welton St., Denver
Educational event for patients and care partners dealing with a variety of neurological conditions.
Click here for more information and to register
Refuse to Surrender
September 18 | 12:30pm-2:30pm
Durango Community Recreation Center, 2700 Main Ave., Durango
A seminar focusing on a treatment for Parkinson's and Essential Tremor with Dr. David VanSickle, Dr. Catherine Willner & Dr. Edward Cotageorge.
To RSVP call the Parkinson Association at (303) 830-1839
Caregiving for the GENIUS: The End of the Road
September 23 | 9:00am-11:00am
Olinger Chapel Hill Mortuary & Cemetery, 6601 S. Colorado Blvd., Centennial
Jane Barton MTS, MASM, CSA will explore the many ways to prepare for the end of a journey and discuss how to approach the end of the road as a caregiver and care receiver.
To RSVP email by September 18th
To the Future & Back - Parkinson's Disease Today & Tomorrow
September 27 | 9:00am-4:00pm
Anschutz Medical Campus, Research 2 (Room P15-2100), 12700 E. 19th Ave., Aurora
A Parkinson's disease educational conference with topics including: genetics, cognition, deep brain stimulation, exercise, sleep and research updates.
To RSVP email
A Humorous Look at Aging
October 1 | 10:00am-12:00pm
Heritage Club Mountain View, 8101 E. Mississippi Ave., Denver
Humor and laughter are known to be beneficial methods of coping with stress. Join Jane Barton MTS, MASM, CSA for a laugh as she takes a humorous look at aging.
Register by September 26. Space is Limited!
To RSVP click here or call AARP (877) 926-8300
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