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"Your book More Than a Mountain has inspired my husband to start hiking again. He has Parkinson's. I am so thrilled."
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Presenters
Dr. Monique Giroux, Dr. Adam Hebb, Sierra Farris PA-C
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May 23, 2013
8:30a to 12:00p
Highlands Ranch CO
To register, call 303-830-1839 or onlineThis event is for people interested in DBS and for those that already have DBS. Hear from a person that just had DBS. Bring your questions.
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| Upcoming Events | |
April 2, 2013
The Tremor group is our most successful group meeting. Join us for our next meeting to learn, find support & help others.
Network with others that want or have active lifestyles.
May 9, 2013
Is your brain getting the nutrients for optimal cell health?
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499 E Hampden Ave
Suite 250
Englewood, CO 80113
303-781-0511
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Dr. Monique Giroux  Sierra Farris PA-C
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Greetings!
Greetings from Colorado's Movement & Neuroperformance Center
Empathic Care. Empowered Patient. Mindful Healing.
As spring approaches, we are rolling out additional exercise classes and educational programs that target optimizing brain health and general well being. The first Annual Empowerment Summit is our cornerstone program that symbolizes the philosophy we bring to the care of our patients as well as the message we send out to the community.
Our staff work hard to deliver not only the best services but also provide innovative education, support programs and community partnerships to expand the high quality of care our patients deserve. Take a moment to learn about these special events.
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| Annual Empowerment Summit |
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"My goal is to empower others to move beyond their limitations and live their dreams."
~ Lori Schneider
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 Join us for a day of inspiration, courage and determination as we witness the possibilities when harnessing the power of the mind.
Climbing Beyond our Limits
Keynote international speaker Lori Schneider takes us on a journey to the top of Mt. Everest, after climbing the world's highest peak on each continent while living with Multiple Sclerosis.
Lori Schneider is a mountain climber, teacher, lifelong learner and inspirational speaker. She is one of approximately 37 women in the world to climb the Seven Summits, the highest peak on each continent, and one of only five women over the age of 50 to accomplish this. With her successful summit of Mt. Everest on May 23, 2009, she became the first person with multiple sclerosis (MS) to complete the Seven Summits.
In addition to a message of hope and self-empowerment, Lori shares her story to inspire people to be a ll that they can be. She weaves together the story of climbing the world's highest peaks with the story of her life, encouraging people to live their dreams and free themselves from fear. In 2011, Lori led a group of people with MS and Parkinson's disease on a climb of Mt. Kilimanjaro, in Africa that included Dr. Monique Giroux and Sierra Farris.
"My goal in joining Lori on this amazing adventure was to encourage and empower my patients to be defined by their abilities and not a disease, to reach beyond their diagnosis and continue to challenge themselves. Inspired by Lori's accomplishments and my dedication to raise the bar for people living with neurologic conditions, I joined the team and opened the door for my patients with Parkinson's to embark on a challenge of a life-time."
Sierra Farris
You will also experience Mt. Kilimanjaro with presentations from Dr. Monique Giroux, Sierra Farris, and teammates John Carlin and Martha Carlin. In the coming months, we will highlight these other climbers and their amazing stories.
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| Foods for your Brain |  Dr. Giroux on Colorado Matters
Listen to an interview with Dr. Giroux about healthy brain foods and why these food really do matter for our aging brain. |
| Mindfulness & Stress Reduction Workshop | 
Instructor: Dr. Monique Giroux
Saturday, March 16, 2013 - 12:45 - 5:00 pm.
During this workshop, you will learn about the exciting scientific findings highlighting the benefits and healing effects of the mind-body connection and experience the healing benefits of meditation, gratitude, mindful eating and mindful movement to enhance mind-body integration and neuromuscular control. Dr. Giroux will review the impact of mindfulness on neurology symptoms, brain health and function.
Dr. Giroux is a movement disorder specialist with fellowship training in Integrative Medicine and training in Therapeutic Yoga and Mindfulness Based Therapies. Course fees: $50. For move information call 303-781-0511. Registration is required. Email us for more information at events@centerformovement.org.
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| Exercise Classes - High & Low Intensity | |
High Intensity Balance & Agility Class
Physical Therapist Meredith Roberts is leading an introductory HighIntensity Balance & Agility exercise class on Thursday April 18 12:15 to 1:00 pm.
Low Intensity Stretch Class  Physician Assistant Sierra Farris is leading an introductory Low Intensity Stretch class on Monday April 15 from 12:15 to 1:00 pm.
These classes complement the body's need for intensive exercise and the rejuvenation that comes with the relaxation of stretching while focusing on the breath. Both classes are free introductory sessions held in our clinic gym. Registration is required as space is limited. Registration closes on April 11. Find these and other classes on our web calendar. |
| Latest Published Books | |
Our novel Inspires Hope and Courage
More Than a Mountain is a compilation of stories of ins piration and courage told by 19 people with Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson's, their companions and medical team as they climbed to the top of Mt Kilimanjaro in Africa. Dr. Giroux and Sierra Farris served as medical support and observed first hand the power of determination, courage and positive thinking.
Knowledge is Power
Sierra Farris is a contributor to this recently released book from the Academy of Neurology. A marvelous guide for anyone affected by Parkinson's disease--patients, caregivers, family members, and friends. Containing the most up-to-date information on the disease, one of the most common neurological disorders, it discusses the available treatments and provides practical advice on how to manage the disease in the long term.
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| Patient Satisfaction | Optimizing the care experience
We have launched our patient and caregiver satisfaction program. Medical assistant Megan Hale has implemented this very important program as we continue to raise the bar for care and meet the needs of our patients and their families. See Megan or Celina when you check out to participate. Some of our other recently implemented programs include:
- Medication reconciliation at every appointment
- Medical alert cards
- HIPAA compliant patient portal for emailing your medical provider
- Same day appointments for medical and rehab
- Integration of social work appointments
- Frequent follow-up appointments when medication or stimulation settings are adjusted
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We hope you find the newsletter helpful in learning about the available resources at our center.
On behalf of the Movement & Neuroperformance Center of Colorado and our staff, we hope 2013 brings you hope, happiness and a sense of empowerment.
Sincerely,
Dr. Monique Giroux
Medical Director and Co-Founder
Movement & Neuroperformance Center of Colorado
Sierra Farris, MA, MPAS, PA-C
Director Deep Brain Stimulation Services
and Neuroperformance Programs
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