Understanding Parkinson’s

There is a lot to know about Parkinson's disease. Learn about symptoms, how it is diagnosed and what treatment options are available.
Living with Parkinson’s

While living with PD can be challenging, there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life and live well with Parkinson's disease.
Resources & Support

Living well with Parkinson’s disease (PD) means getting the support you need — from tools that help you work alongside your care team to resources that empower you.
Advancing Research

Our research has led to breakthroughs in treatment and improved care that bring hope to the entire Parkinson's community.
How You Can Help

There are many ways you can support the fight against Parkinson’s. Whatever form your gift takes, you can be confident that it goes toward providing crucial resources for those affected by this disease.

Educational Events

Learn More. Live Better. Parkinson’s Symposium

Huntsville Botanical Garden
4747 Bob Wallace Avenue
Huntsville, AL 35805

January 31, 2025

10:00 am to 1:00 pm CST

FREE

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Check-in & the Resource Fair (for in-person attendees) begins at 9:00 a.m. CDT

Living with Parkinson’s can be challenging, but there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life. This program will provide you with information to help you find the balance between a proactive approach and wondering what lies ahead.

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their families, friends, and the community.

Expert Speakers:

Carolina Parker, MD
UAB Heersink School of Medicine

Brandi Mason Ivey, M.Ed, CPPN
Huntsville Hospital Parkinson's Care Clinic

Jay Arthur van Gerpen, MD
Neurology Consultants of Huntsville

Erin Edmundson, PT, DPT
Huntsville Hospital Parkinson’s Care Clinic

This program is hosted by the Parkinson's Foundation Gulf Coast Chapter in collaboration with the Huntsville Hospital Parkinson's Care Clinic.

Agenda

9:00 a.m.	Check-in & Resource Fair
9:50 a.m.	Welcome Annie Long, Parkinson’s Foundation
10:00 a.m.	Treatment of Parkinson’s Non-motor Symptoms Carolina Parker, MD, UAB Heersink School of Medicine
10:30 a.m.	Question & Answer Session
10:50 a.m.	Team-Based Approach to Parkinson’s Care Brandi Mason Ivey, M.Ed, CPPN, Huntsville Hospital Parkinson's Care Clinic
11:25 a.m.	Movement Demo
11:40 a.m.	Research Spotlight: PD GENEration Ben (“BJ”) Bement, Parkinson’s Foundation Gulf Coast Chapter Board President
11:50 a.m.	Lunch Break & Resource Fair
12:10 p.m.	Freezing of Gait & Balance Workshop Jay Arthur van Gerpen, MD, Neurology Consultants of Huntsville Erin Edmundson, PT, DPT, Huntsville Hospital Parkinson’s Care Clinic
12:40 p.m.	Question & Answer Session
1:00 p.m.	Closing Remarks

Upcoming Events

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Nutrition in Parkinson's

Learn about foods that may help ease symptoms and support brain health in addition to understanding how some foods can affect the way Parkinson's medications work.

December 3, 2024

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Shining A Light on Parkinson’s Psychosis: Hallucinations and Delusions

Hallucinations and delusions can be common in PD, but understanding what it means in Parkinson’s and how a person may experience symptoms can ease the fear and embarrassment that may result.

December 4, 2024

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