Parkinson Association of the Rockies

 

Saturday, May 7 | 8:30am-2:00pm 
The Westin | 10600 Westminster Blvd., Westminster

The Parkinson Association of the Rockies Colorado Community Conference, is Colorado's premier conference focusing on Parkinson's research and treatments. 

Join the Parkinson Association to hear from top Parkinson's disease researchers on recent developments in research as well as updates on medical treatments. The Michael J. Fox Foundation will be leading a research round-table covering topics to stay up-to-date on the pursuit of medical breakthroughs. The conference also includes a Clinical Research Resource Fair for conference participants to speak directly with clinicians and physicians who currently have open research trials.

The conference is FREE, but registration is required. 
Click here or call (303) 830-1839 
for more information or to RSVP. 

Presenting Sponsor: 
 
Interested in Sponsoring? 
Contact Kari Buchanan by email or call (303) 830-1839. 

In This Issue
Colorado Community Conference
Association Updates
14th Annual Vitality Walk
Parkinson Association Library
Hoops for Parkinson's
Spring Fever Run
Parkinson's in the News
Clinical Research Trial
Community Events

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Find a Support Group 

Find a Neurologist 

Upcoming Events

Donate Today!

An $800 donation covers the cost of a laser-equipped U-step walker. Providing the gift of improved mobility for a person with Parkinson's.
Donate Today!
Parkinson Association Community Updates 

NEW! Power Punch for Parkinson's Boxing Classes 
Tuesday's, 10:00 - 11:15am
Saturday's,  8:00 - 9:15am
The Corner Boxing Club, 5500 Central Ave. #115, Boulder
 
Tuesday's, 4:30 - 5:45pm
Thursday's, 4:30 - 5:45pm 
Old School Boxing Gym, 2112 E. Platte Ave., Colorado Springs
 
Wednesday's, 10:45am - Noon
Friday's, 10:45am - Noon 
TITLE Boxing Club, 4360 S. College Ave., Fort Collins

Please show up a little before the start time of the class to get prepared for the class. A doctor waiver is required for all participants to have signed and returned to the Parkinson Association. Click here for waiver. 
Wash Park Sandstone Ranch | Choose to Snooze

Vitality Walk
On Sunday, June 5th join the Parkinson Association for the 14th Annual Vitality Walk at Wash Park in Denver or 
Sandstone Ranch in Longmont - or Choose to Snooze!
  
 
We plan on having 1,500 walkers join the Vitality Walk to promote community awareness about Parkinson's disease and raise $325,000 to support the programs and services provided by the Parkinson Association.

The Parkinson Association of the Rockies goal for 2016 is to expand our programs and services by 20%. By increasing your contribution to the Vitality Walk by 20%, you will ensure we reach these goals of providing more innovative programs and services to new communities. 

Fees: $30/Adult | $10/Kids (5-14) | 
FREE/Kids (0-4) 
  
Walk the Walk that Connects Communities and Enhances Lives
Interested in Sponsoring? Contact Kari Buchanan at (303) 830-1839 or email for more information.
Free Resources to Check Out!
We recently updated our in-office library and welcome you to stop by and see the newest addition of books and DVD's. The library is stocked with information on exercise, navigating the disease, resources for care partners and more. All materials in the library are FREE to check out. 

Click here to see what materials we have to offer. 
Hoops for Parkinson's 
Wednesday, March 2 | 7:00pm
Pepsi Center, 1000 Chopper Cir., Denver

Join the Parkinson Association of the Rockies as we team up with the Denver Nuggets for a night watching the Nuggets take on the Los Angeles Lakers. $5 of every ticket sold through the provided link will benefit the programs and services provided by the Parkinson Association of the Rockies.

Lower Level | $98 each (normally up to $101 + fees)
Upper Level | $43 each (normally up to $44 + fees)

Order tickets hereFor more information contact Alexa Carpenter by email or 
(303) 405-1196
Sunday, March 20 | Jefferson County's NAAC Stadium in Golden 

Join this event to help raise awareness of Parkinson's and don't forget, when registering, to make an additional contribution to the Parkinson Association of the Rockies. The race coordinator, All-Out Multicourse Productions, will match every additional contribution made! 

Click here for more information and to register. Unable to attend, but would still like to contribute? Click here to donate. 
Parkinson's in the News
Clinical Research Trial 
March 22 - 25 | Assistive Technology Partners, 601 E. 18th Ave., Ste. 130, Denver
The University of Colorado Hospital is currently recruiting individuals with Parkinson's disease to measure the effectiveness and preference of wearable technology on patients and care partners. You may qualify for the study if you: 
  • Have difficulty using your hands 
  • Are 21+ years of age
  • Speak English
  • Can travel to the testing location 
For more information or to signup, please email Greg McGrew
Upcoming Community Events

NEW! Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Support Group in Colorado Springs
Dr. Lisa Townsend has started a new DBS Support Group in Colorado Springs. This group is for people with Parkinson's disease who are considering Deep Brain Stimulation surgery, or who have already had the surgery and need support. 
For more information, please contact Dr. Townsend by email or call (719) 290-6672. 

Living Well with PD
Wednesday, February 24 | 2:00pm
Pikes Peak Library East, 5550 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs
Vicki Segro, MSN, C-ANP, Rocky Mountain Movement Disorders Center, will give an in-depth discussion on Parkinson's and the current treatments available. 
Call (303) 830-1839 to RSVP. 

Deep Brain Stimulation Seminar
Thursday, March 24 | 6:00pm
Marriott Denver South, 10345 Park Meadows Dr., Denver 
Daniel Kitei, DO, MA, Neurologist, and Mariel Szapiel, MD, Neurosurgeon, will
lead an interactive discussion on signs, symptoms and surgical advances to
bring you the latest on treatment options. For more information call (720) 225-4327.

PD SELF (Self-Efficacy Learning Forum) Leader Training

Wednesday, May 11 - Saturday, May 14
Hyatt Regency, Denver Tech Center, 7800 E. Tufts Ave., Denver
Parkinson's Disease Foundation is accepting applications from teams of patient leaders and health leaders who are interested in being facilitators for PD SELF - an innovative disease management program based on the concept of self-efficacy. Click here for more information. 
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