Workshops & Events

Therapy Break™ – Creating Calm in Chaos | Jan. 22, 2021 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PST

There is no denying we are living in unprecedented times right now and it can get completely overwhelming. Sometimes we just need to tune it out and focus inward. Join us for a therapy break where we will discuss how to create calm in chaos through learning about various types of relaxation and will go through a guided meditation featuring Abbie Stone.

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In Sync!®️ – PD&Me App Training for Support Group Leaders | Jan. 25, 2021 | 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM PST

Have you ever wished you could easily find information on Parkinson's programs, exercise classes, and support groups either for yourself or to help out another? Introducing PMD Alliance's new smartphone app, PD&Me! This app offers a one-stop shop for finding exercise classes and support groups in any area, as well as a way to browse all the many programs PMD Alliance offers each week. On this training, you'll learn how to use this simple app, so you can share it with your support group members. It's a wonderful way to connect with other movement disorder communities across the country!

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Spotlight® Online: Treating Speech with Speechvive Technology | Jan. 25, 2021 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM PST

Having speech changes is frustrating. Having to repeat yourself and struggling to speak on the phone or even to someone in person can increase the risk of isolation. Speech therapy is very helpful in addressing these changes, but what if there was technology that could automatically trigger you to speak louder without additional cueing or therapy? Join us for a spotlight on Speechvive, a wearable speech aid for people with Parkinson’s featuring Jessica Huber PhD and Ashleigh Lambert, M.S. CCC-SLP. This program is geared toward anyone who would like to learn about options in managing the speech changes that occur in Parkinson’s disease.

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Spotlight® Online: The Pharmacist – an Underutilized Team Member | Feb. 1, 2021 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PST

We all use them, but do we really use them to their fullest extent? A pharmacist has a wealth of knowledge about how drugs work, side-effects, and what is safe or not safe to take together, but we often do not see them as part of our medical team. Join us for a conversation with Dana Saffel, PharmD geared towards anyone who would like to learn about treatment and management of movement disorders from a pharmacist's perspective.

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Lunch with Docs® – Dystonia in Movement Disorders | Feb. 3, 2021 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PST

Involuntary muscle contractions, or dystonia, is a symptom of Parkinson’s as well as a movement disorder on its own. These painful muscles contractions can involve different parts of the body such as curling toes and can impact movement and participation in daily life. Join us for a conversation geared toward those with Parkinson’s and other movement disorders, care partner’s and family with Movement Disorder Specialist Anwar Ahmed, MD as we delve into the different types of dystonia’s and the treatment options available.