https://www.apdaparkinson.org/apda-virtual-parkinsons-conference-2025-educate-empower-engage/

From The American Parkinson's Disease Association:

You’ll enjoy two great days of exciting PD updates, expert advice, real-life perspectives, as well as fun and engaging sessions to explore your creativity and try out some new music and exercise classes. As soon as you register you can start engaging with other attendees within the conference platform and start earning points that can win you prizes.  

Registration is absolutely FREE! When registering, you will be given the option to make a donation along with your Free Ticket if you choose to do so. We always appreciate any support you can give, but this is optional and you can proceed without a donation."

If you have questions about the conference or have any issues with registration, please reach out to the folks at the American Parkinson's Disease Foundation: apda@apdaparkinson.org or 800.223.2732.

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DAY ONE AGENDA
•    Keynote! New PD Treatments on the Horizon
•    Emergency Preparedness & Parkinson’s
•    Facilitating Conversations: Exploring Communication Aids for Parkinson’s 
•    Coping with a PD Diagnosis: Navigating Conversations, Grief, & Challenges
•    Together, Not Alone: The Power of Connection & Care
•    Improving Function with Assistive Technology
•    Victory Drumming
•    Improv for PD: Work & Wellness
•    Voices of Parkinson’s – Real Life, Real Talk

DAY TWO AGENDA
•    Keynote! Pain Management & PD
•    Expression Through Journaling
•    Falls Management: How to Avoid Falling Head Over Heels With PD
•    What to Expect When Hiring a Private-Duty Caregiver 
•    A.M.P. Class (Amplitude, Mental Agility, Power) 
•    How Palliative Care Can Help People with PD
•    A Conversation With the Experts

Save the date! More information will be provided when available at

http://www.capitalregioncaregiver.com/Calendar.html

This is a worthwhile annual event, highly recommended for care partners.

Save the Date

Saturday, May 3, 2025

Living Well with Parkinson's Symposium

Southern Saratoga YMCA

1 Wall Street Clifton Park, NY 12065

Doors open at 8:30

More and registration at

https://www.helpforpd.org/living-well-with-parkinson-s

May 19, 2025

12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

62 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208, USA

Hilton Garden Inn, Sonneborn Room

Details and registration here

https://www.facebook.com/events/6509475289146552/6509475292479885/

RSVP to (518) 262-1643 or email movement@amc.edu

$0 Free and open to the public, but participants must register in advance. Lunch will be provided.

Additional Dates and Times

• June 18, 2025

• August 28 , 2025

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What: 7th World Parkinson Congress (WPC 2026)
Who is invited: All stakeholders in the Parkinson’s community
When: Sunday, May 24 – Wednesday, May 27
               (May 24: Pre-congress day and opening ceremony)
               (May 25-27: Main program and closing ceremony)
Where: Phoenix, Arizona, USA
Address: Phoenix Convention Center

Read more https://www.worldpdcoalition.org/page/wpc2026

June 18, 2025

12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

62 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208, USA

Hilton Garden Inn, Sonneborn Room

Details and registration here

https://www.facebook.com/events/6509475289146552/6509475292479885/

RSVP to (518) 262-1643 or email movement@amc.edu

$0 Free and open to the public, but participants must register in advance. Lunch will be provided.

Aug 28, 2025

12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

62 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208, USA

Hilton Garden Inn, Sonneborn Room

Details and registration here

https://www.facebook.com/events/6509475289146552/6509475292479885/

RSVP to (518) 262-1643 or email movement@amc.edu

$0 Free and open to the public, but participants must register in advance. Lunch will be provided.

Additional Dates and Times

• August 28, 202412 p.m. - 1 p.m.

• October 16, 202412 p.m. - 1 p.m.

• March 19, 202512 p.m. - 1 p.m.