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Wash Park: Denver, Sandstone Ranch: Longmont or Choose to Snooze
Are you registered? 63 teams have been formed and Team Jackson has already recruited over 30 members; but we're still far from our goal of 1,500 walkers! We're so thankful to all those who are registered and are working hard to recruit more participants and collect pledges.
Walk the Walk that Connects Communities and Enhances Lives
Registration: $30/Adult | $10/Kids (5-14) | FREE/Kids (0-4)
Volunteers Needed: We need volunteers to help with set-up, registration and tear-down at the Walk's northern site in Longmont. Volunteers can still Walk the Walk, if you're available to help please email Kari Buchanan or call (303) 830-1839.
Tune in: Did you hear Cheryl's Colorado Conversation interview this past Sunday on KOOL 105, Mix 100 and 92.5 the Wolf? If not, click here and take a listen. Also, on Saturday, June 30th CBS Channel 4 will be promoting the Vitality Walk. Set your timers and tune-in at 7:15am!
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Upcoming Parkinson Association Events
(Click on date for more information)
May 28: Ahead of the Curve - Balance & Exercise
Central Park Recreation Center, 9651 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Denver
May 30: Chat with the (Parkinson's) Pros - Pueblo
Pueblo Library West, 298 S. Joe Martinez Blvd., Pueblo West
May 30: Chat with the (Parkinson's) Pros - Grand Junction
Grand Vista Hotel, 2790 Crossroads Blvd., Grand Junction
June 11: Ahead of the Curve - NonMotor Changes
Via Mobility, 2855 63rd St., Boulder
June 20: Ahead of the Curve - Sleep & Fatigue
InnovAge Greater Colorado Page, 445 E. 124th Ave., Thornton
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Cardel Homes is partnering with the Parkinson Association of the Rockies in a push-up challenge to raise funds and awareness to fight this debilitating disorder that affects over 7-10 million people worldwide.
It's as easy as 1, 2, 3... Video | Donate | Nominate
1. Video yourself doing push-ups (creativity encouraged) and upload it to Facebook and other social media platforms with the hashtag #pushups4parkinsons
2. Donate to your local Parkinson's organization
3. Nominate friends (one or many) to take the Push-ups 4 Parkinson's Challenge
The Parkinson Association staff took the challenge, now it's your turn! Get to flexing those muscles.
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Click here for more information or to donate
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Parkinson Association Updates
NEW CLASS! Loud for Life
Monday's | Afternoons Starting July 13
Our Father Lutheran Church, 6335 S. Holly Street, RM 300 - 301, Centennial
A community based voice/speech exercise program for people who have previously received LSVT LOUD. For more information or to register call (303) 534-0324
NEW TIME! Power Punch at Parkinson's
Saturday's | 9:15 - 10:30am & 10:30 - 11:45am
Denver Red Shield, 2915 High St., Denver
Parkinson Association is on Instagram!
Want to stay even more connected to the Parkinson Association? Make sure to follow us on Instagram at @PARockies for more updates, events and happenings.
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Daily Living Tip
Are you having trouble swinging your legs to get in and out of the car? Place a plastic bag on the seat before getting in. This is an effective and inexpensive "lazy susan" auto seat.
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Straight from the Parkinson's Boxers' Hearts
While boxing seems to be counter-intuitive for those living with a neurological disease, studies indicate non-contact boxing programs are not only feasible for those living with Parkinson's disease, they are safe. Boxing has been shown to improve balance, gait, activities of daily living and quality of life in those living with Parkinson's.
Watch the personal testimonies of participants in the Association's boxing program, Power Punch at Parkinson's.
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Get Involved to Create Awareness
Support the following events to generate awareness of Parkinson's disease and raise funds for the Parkinson Association of the Rockies.
Cycle Sea to Sea for PD | May 18th - June 28th
Support Henry Prescott as he rides cross country by bike to support people living with Parkinson's. 100% of the funds raised will go directly to the GZ Sobol's Parkinson's Network, the Davis Phinney Foundation, the Parkinson Association of the Rockies, and the YMCA of Boulder Valley to be used to help improve the quality of life in people with Parkinson's Disease.
Click here for more information and to support Henry's cause
Gary Bass Memorial Golf Tournament | July 25th
The Heritage Golf Course at Westmoor | 10555 Westmoor Dr., Westminster
Join us for the 3rd Annual Gary Bass Memorial Golf Tournament and golf for a great cause. This 18-hole tournament in 4-man scramble format also includes cart, unlimited range, multiple challenges, raffle, door prizes and awards luncheon. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Parkinson Association of the Rockies' programs and services in memory of Gary Bass.
(Misprint in the Spring ParkinsonVoice Newsletter - the date for this event was incorrectly printed - please note event date is Saturday, July 25th)
Click here for more information and to register.
Redneck Ride for Parkinson's | August 23rd
Estes Park to Loveland
Join us for the 3rd Annual 27-mile bike ride for Parkinson's. There is no entry fee to participate. All contributions made to this event are designated to provide low-cost/scholarships for exercise and activity programs provided through the Parkinson Association for Coloradoan's with Parkinson's.
Click here for more information and to register.
Colorado Courage Run | August 29th
Cheesman Park | Denver
Join the 3rd Annual Colorado Courage 5K Run to show your support for the nearly one million Americans who are living courageously with Parkinson's. The race is a family event; bring your kids, strollers, dogs and friends to race, jog, or walk the course! Then join us after the race to celebrate.
Click here for more information and to register.
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Upcoming Community Events
Help Choose Future PD ExpertBriefings
Help the Parkinson's Disease Foundation find topics to address in their upcoming educational programs. Share your thoughts in an online survey TODAY! Click here to take the survey.
Alter Your Course with Parkinson's | Casper, WY
May 30 | 8:30am - 12:30pm
Best Western Ramkota Hotel, 800 N. Poplar St., Casper
Parkinson's expert Monique Giroux MD, DBS expert Sierra Farris, PAC and Parkinson's Neuropsychologist Kevin Reilly, PsyD explore the latest therapeutic advances and research in Parkinson's disease.
For more information or to RSVP call (303) 781-0511
Alter Your Course with Parkinson's | Cheyenne, WY
May 30 | 4:30 - 8:15pm
Holiday Inn - Yellowstone Ballroom, 204 W. Fox Farm Rd., Cheyenne
Parkinson's expert Monique Giroux MD, DBS expert Sierra Farris, PAC and Parkinson's Neuropsychologist Kevin Reilly, PsyD explore the latest therapeutic advances and research in Parkinson's disease.
For more information or to RSVP call (303) 781-0511
NEW! Parkinson's Exercise Class
Monday's | 1:00 - 2:00pm
United Methodist Church, 3131 Osceola St., Denver
Classes are $10/class. For more information email Nikki Reese
Living Well with Parkinson's | Pueblo
June 9 | 5:30 - 7:30pm
Pueblo Convention Center, 320 Central Main St., Pueblo
Elizabeth Harmon, PSAS, PAC, Colorado Springs Neurological Associates
For more information or to RSVP call (303) 830-1839
Pedaling 4 Parkinson's
June 13 | 7:00am - 5:00pm
Sweetwater Park, Lonetree
Fight the Parkinson's fight in the 6th annual Pedaling 4 Parkinson's bike ride.
Click here for more information and to register
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