Parkinson's Upcoming Events & Announcements
Parkinson’s UPCOMING EVENTS for webinars/classes/ conferences…check this out!
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Savvy Caregiver
Taking care of a person with a dementia is a role unlike any other, and it requires training. Savvy Caregiver provides in-depth practical training for family caregivers of persons with dementia. Think of this course as professional-level training for the non-professional, family caregiver. During the six, two-hour classes, caregivers will learn about dementia, the progressive impact of the illness on the person, and the skills needed to manage day-to-day caregiver responsibilities with your loved one.
Online Classes:
Georgetown:
For more information visit CaregiverU
Taking care of a person with a dementia is a role unlike any other, and it requires training. Savvy Caregiver provides in-depth practical training for family caregivers of persons with dementia. Think of this course as professional-level training for the non-professional, family caregiver. During the six, two-hour classes, caregivers will learn about dementia, the progressive impact of the illness on the person, and the skills needed to manage day-to-day caregiver responsibilities with your loved one.
Online Classes:
- Dates: Thursdays, September 1st through October 6th
- Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- To register, contact Dianne Preston at (512) 458-6306 or email DPreston@AGEofCentralTX.org.
Georgetown:
- Dates: Tuesdays, September 20th through October 25th
- Time: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Location: The Worship Place, Rocky Hollow Campus – Room B, 375 County Road 245, Georgetown, TX 78633
- To register, contact Elaine Carpenter at ecarpe1@ameritech.net or call (815) 342-0862
For more information visit CaregiverU
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Powerful Tools for Caregivers is designed to empower family caregivers of older adults to take better care of themselves.
In-Person Classes: Wednesdays, September 21 through October 26 at 10 - 11:30 a.m.
The Worship Place, 811 Sun City Blvd., Fellowship Hall
To register, contact Elaine Carpenter at ecarpe1@ameritech.net
or call (815) 342-0862.
In-Person Classes: Wednesdays, September 21 through October 26 at 10 - 11:30 a.m.
The Worship Place, 811 Sun City Blvd., Fellowship Hall
To register, contact Elaine Carpenter at ecarpe1@ameritech.net
or call (815) 342-0862.
- September 29, 11:00am - Advanced Technology in Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson's Disease
- September 30, 10:00am - FREE SPANISH-LANGUAGE WEBINAR: The basics of PD; Answers to your questions about PD
- September 30, 1:00-3:00pm - Nutrition in Parkinson's
- October 3, 2:00 pm - Who Gets PD? Removing Stereotypes: A Fireside Chat with Shafaq Hussain-Ali
A Matter of Balance emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls and maintain an active, healthy lifestyle.
In-Person Classes: Tuesdays and Thursdays, October 4 through 27 at 10 a.m. - noon
Christ Lutheran Church, 510 Luther Dr.
To register, contact Jan Rodgers at Janiskrodgers@yahoo.com
or call (512) 863-2844.
In-Person Classes: Tuesdays and Thursdays, October 4 through 27 at 10 a.m. - noon
Christ Lutheran Church, 510 Luther Dr.
To register, contact Jan Rodgers at Janiskrodgers@yahoo.com
or call (512) 863-2844.
- October 4, 6:30-8:30pm - The Nine Types of Dementia, A Presentation by Tam Cummings, PhD in gerontology
- October 5, 2pm - Why Exercise is Essential in Early PD
- October 5, 10:00-11:00 am - Communication in Dementia
- October 6, 2pm - Anxiety and Behavioral Disturbances in PD
- October 7, 2pm - Lewy Who? Understanding the Relationship Between PD & Lewy Body Dementia
AGE of Central Texas Hosting Free “Medicare 101” Caregiving Online Seminar on October 8th
AGE of Central Texas will host the free online caregiver support seminar exploring “Medicare 101” on Tuesday, October 8th. Part of the on-going workshop series to help family members effectively care for an older adult, the free virtual seminar will be held online from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Benefits counselors from the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area will discuss what caregivers and adults need to know about Medicare and upcoming changes that are expected in 2022, prior to Open Enrollment, which runs October 15th through December 7th. The presentation is designed to help those who are newly eligible for Medicare benefits, family caregivers assisting older adult family members change plans or sign up for Medicare, and people who would like a basic understanding of Medicare.
Registration for the conference is free, but space is limited. Participants can register by calling (512) 600-9275, or online at http://www.TinyURL.com/AGEoctober2022.
For more information on the programs and resources provided by AGE of Central Texas, visit www.AGEofCentralTX.org or call (512) 451-4611.
AGE of Central Texas will host the free online caregiver support seminar exploring “Medicare 101” on Tuesday, October 8th. Part of the on-going workshop series to help family members effectively care for an older adult, the free virtual seminar will be held online from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Benefits counselors from the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area will discuss what caregivers and adults need to know about Medicare and upcoming changes that are expected in 2022, prior to Open Enrollment, which runs October 15th through December 7th. The presentation is designed to help those who are newly eligible for Medicare benefits, family caregivers assisting older adult family members change plans or sign up for Medicare, and people who would like a basic understanding of Medicare.
Registration for the conference is free, but space is limited. Participants can register by calling (512) 600-9275, or online at http://www.TinyURL.com/AGEoctober2022.
For more information on the programs and resources provided by AGE of Central Texas, visit www.AGEofCentralTX.org or call (512) 451-4611.
- October 12, 12pm - Improvisations - Part 1
- October 12, 2:00 pm - emPowered!® Livestream – Moving ON with RYTARY® (carbidopa/levodopa) Extended-Release Capsules
- October 14, 2:00 pm - Pursuing Productive Partnerships in PD Relationships
Art Show ~ Join Us!
You are invited to a special ‘Open House’ for the Texas Parkinson's Community on October 16th at 12n to 6pm
at “Something Cool Studios” located at 1717 E. Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX 78702
Art by persons with Parkinson’s Disease. This is an art show and sale will be held in Austin, TX from Sept 29 - Oct 22, 2022 at 1717 E. Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX 78702. The show is sponsored by The Quiver https://thequiver.org/home/ a Texas-based non-profit ‘focused on encouraging and promoting art by people with Parkinson’s’. The show is being held at Something Cool Studios https://www.somethingcoolstudios.com, a well-established art studio in vibrant east Austin, TX. Drop by anytime from 12n to 6pm and join us for an Open House on Oct 16th!
Questions: https://thequiver.org/contact/
You are invited to a special ‘Open House’ for the Texas Parkinson's Community on October 16th at 12n to 6pm
at “Something Cool Studios” located at 1717 E. Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX 78702
Art by persons with Parkinson’s Disease. This is an art show and sale will be held in Austin, TX from Sept 29 - Oct 22, 2022 at 1717 E. Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX 78702. The show is sponsored by The Quiver https://thequiver.org/home/ a Texas-based non-profit ‘focused on encouraging and promoting art by people with Parkinson’s’. The show is being held at Something Cool Studios https://www.somethingcoolstudios.com, a well-established art studio in vibrant east Austin, TX. Drop by anytime from 12n to 6pm and join us for an Open House on Oct 16th!
Questions: https://thequiver.org/contact/
- October 18, 2:00 pm - Spotlight® Online: The Patient Journey from the Care Partner Perspective
- October 19, 12:00 pm - Parkinson's 101: What You and Your Family Should Know
- October 19, 2:00 pm - Spotlight® Online: Roadmap to Care: Planning for Your Loved-one’s Needs at Each Stage of the Disease
- October 20, 2:00 pm - Webinar: Living with Parkinson's Meetup Series
October 22 - Parkinson’s Disease Symposium in New Braunfels, TX – You are invited on October 22, 2022 from 8a to 2p with FREE breakfast and lunch for a great Parkinson’s symposium! REGISTER: lonestarparkinsonsociety@gmail.com
- October 22-25, 2022, Grand Hyatt in Washington, DC - ALL IN!™
Community & Support Group Leader Summit
- October 28, 3pm - Advanced Therapy: Who Does What?
- October 31, 2pm - Staying A Step Ahead – Walking Issues in Parkinson’s
- November 4, 10:00am - THE VICTORY SUMMIT® VIRTUAL EVENT
Exercise and Living Well with Parkinson's
- November 7, 2:00pm - From Grief to Gratitude & Growing Awareness: A Fireside Chat with Kuhan
- November 9, 12pm - Improvisations - Part 2
- November 17, 2:00 pm - Webinar: Living with Parkinson's Meetup Series
- November 18, 3:00 pm - APP Pulse Check! How Do You Choose the right Advanced Therapy
- December 1, 2pm - Virtual Panel 4: Care Partner PPE (Prepared, Proactive and Energized): Strategies to boost Care Partner Coping
- December 14, 12pm - Nutrition
GAPS and Partner SUPPORT GROUPS
- CAPS, Capital Area Parkinson’s Society Meetings:
- BAPS, Bell County Support Group Meetings –
Parkinson’s Pillow Talk: An Open Conversation on Sex, Sleep
and Intimacy
Listen to podcast here: Parkinson’s Pillow Talk: An Open Conversation on Sex, Sleep and Intimacy | Parkinson's Disease (michaeljfox.org)
and Intimacy
Listen to podcast here: Parkinson’s Pillow Talk: An Open Conversation on Sex, Sleep and Intimacy | Parkinson's Disease (michaeljfox.org)
See the following organization pages for more events:
