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SouthwestParkinson NewsMuhammad Ali Parkinson Center at Barrow Neurological Institute A National Parkinson Foundation Center of ExcellenceInside(Click or tap below to view)Save the Date. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3Online Fitness Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4Preparing your hands forindependence! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5Caregiver Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6Recreation Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7Support Group Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9PD SELF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 11MAPC Research . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12What are Clinical Trials?. . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 13Parkinson’s Gala. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14National Dance Day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15The Southwest Parkinson News contains information provided as a serviceand is not intended to constitute medical advice or views. Patients shoulddiscuss information regarding medical management with their physician.Using Technologyto Your AdvantageBy Sheryl Lowenhar, MBA, RPhLike so many of you, getting my diagnosis of Parkinson’sdisease was both a relief and devastating. Unlike mostpeople who get the diagnosis, I was more equipped todeal with it. I watched my dad (and mom) take on thechallenge of the disease. Additionally, I am a pharmacistby training and have spent my whole career in healthcare– mostly working for healthcare technology companies.Summer 2018After wiping away the tears, I decided to do what I do best.Namely: Learn as much as I can about the disease and how best tolive with it Find all resources needed in the area Choose fitness routines that are most helpful short andlong term Research and stick to a good diet program Use technology to my advantageAsk not what technology can do for you but whatyou can do with technologyEach of us has a different comfort level with using thelatest technologies. However, no matter where you fall onthe spectrum currently, it is worth asking what you can dowith technology to help you manage your PD or, if you area care partner, assist without nagging! These innovationsare meant to make your life easier and they do – especiallywhen some tasks get harder to accomplish.To start, pick one of the options below to assess where youare currently in using technology.1. I am reading this on my smartphone or tablet2. I am reading this on my computer3. I had a friend print this out so I could read thisWhatever your answer, we all can take a few steps forwardin using technology to your advantage.Start out simply by using email and the InternetOne of the easier ways to start using technology to youradvantage is an oldie but goodie – email. If you take a bit oftime up front to sign up for updates and alerts from trustedorganizations, important and relevant information willappear in your inbox without you having to spend moretime searching for it. Some examples include: Setting up Google Alerts using key words like“Parkinson’s disease” Getting notices when there is an update to your favoriteblog Signing up to receive updates and Webinarannouncements from Michael J Fox, APDA, Parkinson’sFoundation, and othersContinued on next page
BACK TO CONTENTS PAGESpeaking of Webinars, they are a great way to learn andunderstand more about a topic. Webinars are usuallyan hour long and are streamed over the Internet live andare archived so all can watch them when time permits.It is like attending a seminar but you are sitting in yourPJs in front of a computer. If you want to find out moreabout dealing with fatigue, there’s a Webinar for that.Just search the archives from those trusted, PD focusedorganizations to find the latest on fatigue.There’s an app for thatFor most of us, apps are probably the most underutilized‘tools’ available via our smartphones. There is literallyan app for everything you can think of. Apps have hugepotential to help us manage our disease, track shortand long-term changes and communicate with our careteam.Although I haven’t found one app that is helpful andspecific to PD, I do use several apps built for specificpurposes and linked to each other (for the most part).Currently, I find the below apps most helpful. Apple’s Health app is preloaded on every iPhone andcan be a health hub to gather data from a number ofother apps by linking them together An app to track the macro and micro nutrients Iconsume daily An app that tracks my water intake daily An app that reminds me to take my meds and sends amessage to someone when I do or do not take it An app that tracks my steps and miles of activity daily An app to track my voice quality over timeNot only can apps help you manage your PD, several canmake life easier now and throughout the PD journey.I believe in using what’s available when needed. Forexample, use the Uber or Lyft app to get a ride if youneed it. If it is difficult to type, talk into the phone to textand email. If people can’t read your writing, use an appto make a grocery list or create notes.Alexa, turn on the bathroom lightI’ll go out on a limb and say Amazon’s Alexa devices arethe best things since sliced bread. These devices allowusers to do hundreds of activities and the list grows daily.Alexa devices respond to voice commands – no typingnecessary and great practice using your indoor voice. Thisis another great ‘tool’ to use if some activities becomeharder to do. Here’s a short list of ways to use Alexa:1. Turn on lights in the middle of the night before you getto the room (need a connected device plugged into theoutlet or switch)2. Create a shopping list reducing the need to return to thestore many times3. Have the grocery list delivered to your door fromAmazon (requires Prime membership)4. Call or text anyone in your contact list5. Listen to the Parkinson’s Foundation podcast while youcook6. Listen to music or the news or a daily meditation7. Play JeopardyUse technology to your advantageIt is a great time to be alive. Although some of us getfrustrated by technology in our lives, mostly these newinnovations – like having an Internet connected smallcomputer in your hand – can be used to improve our lives.What do you need help doing? Chances are Alexa and/or an app can help. Take advantage of what’s availableto help make life easier. If you need some help gettingstarted, ask your 9 year old granddaughter! vSummer 2018 Southwest Parkinson News2
BACK TO CONTENTS PAGEParkinson’s Cultural Gala: A Night in Cuba!Saturday, September 29, 20176:00 PM – 9:00 PMSt. Mary’s Basilica Hall231 N. 3rd St. , Phoenix, AZParkinson’s affects all cultures and races, and those whoface its daily challenges need the support of a strongcommunity. Let’s gather as a multicultural communityto celebrate our diversity and support people withParkinson’s disease and their families. Join us for at ourParkinson’s Cultural Gala: A Night in Cuba. You willenjoy authentic Cuban music, food and dance withoutleaving Phoenix!All proceeds will benefit the Parkinson Network ofArizona and support the community outreach andwellness programs offered by the Muhammad AliParkinson Center.Cost: 40 general admission, 60 VIPFor more details or to purchase tickets call Ruby at 602463-4425 or email pdnetworkaz@gmail.comCaregiver WorkshopSaturday, December 1, 20188:00-5:00 PMWild Horse Pass5594 W Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85226The Care Giver Summit 2018 is a national conferencehosted by the Parkinson’s Foundation to focus oncollaborative caregiving. This day long workshop willbring together nationally known professionals who willpresent on a variety of caregiving topics, while exploringthe concept of successful caregiving partnerships.Registration details will be available in September.Cost: No fee, but registration will be required12th Annual Walk the Fight & Run the DistanceSaturday, February 9, 20198:00 AM – 1:00 PMTempe Town Lake Beach Park80 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, AZ 85281Join us and help raise awareness for Parkinson’s diseasein Arizona! Activities include a 5K Walk or Run, 1.5 blockstroll, children’s activities, resource fair, demonstrationstage and food vendors. Walk the Fight & Runthe Distance is presented by the ParkinsonNetwork of Arizona and proceeds from thewalk/run support the community outreachand wellness programs of the MuhammadAli Parkinson Center at Barrow NeurologicalInstitute in Phoenix, AZ.Cost: 45 per adult registering to walkincludes shirt; children age 15 and under arefree. Runner fees vary please see website. 25early special if registered before February 1,2019.Phone: 602-718-7478Register at www.walkthefight.comMuhammad Ali All Star Conference:A day about Parkinson’sFriday, March 15, 201910:00 AM – 3:30 PMNorth Phoenix Baptist Church5757 N. Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012Join us for this one of a kind conferencepresented by the Muhammad Ali ParkinsonCenter and the Baehr Challenge. Enjoy a dayof education, comradery, exercise and mentalfitness. We are honored to have CharlesAdler, MD from Mayo Clinic for a discussionon Research in PD. Additional speakers willtalk about genetics and PD, practical dailyexercises, coping and attitude for both theperson with PD and the carepartner. Detailedbrochures and registration information will besent out in January.Cost: No fee, space will be limitedPD in the ParkThursday, April 11, 201910:00am - 1:00pmMargaret T. Hance ParkPhoenix, AZJoin us we celebrate Parkinson AwarenessDay. Those with Parkinson disease and theirfamilies are welcome to come and enjoygames, food, friends, and fun. More details tofollow.Cost: No fee for this event but registration isrequiredSummer 2018 Southwest Parkinson News3
BACK TO CONTENTS PAGEOnline Fitness Classesa wide range of ages and differing fitness levels. Alongwith hundreds of classes offered, there are now dozensappropriate for PWP at various stages of progression.The grandmother, mother, and daughter all looked at eachother with big smiles on their faces. They listened to theinstructor’s directions, and then started dancing together.Not exactly together. They were in different cities andhundreds of miles apart. But as close as they could be. Theclass they were taking was a Dance for Parkinson’s class –which itself had taken place in a different city. The dancerswere connected via BurnAlong, an innovative videoplatform that allows people to take fitness classes onlineanywhere in the world. Classes are available on demandor in live private sessions with the ability to invite others tojoin in the fun and sweat.How does it work?Connect, Share, MoveBurnAlong’s (www.BurnAlong.com) mission is to givepeople access to great fitness classes coupled with thesupport of people who motivate them (friends, familymembers, co-workers), connected via the Internet.BurnAlong’s mission of providing easier access to fitnessclasses is just beginning. As part of a unique partnershipwith the University of Rochester, the Parkinson’sFoundation and otherleading bodies, BurnAlongadded Parkinson’s disease(PD) specific classes tothe platform in April – forWorld Parkinson’s Day.The initial goal was to raiseawareness globally aboutthe benefits of exercise forthose with PD.Research has shown thatexercise can improve thesymptoms of Parkinson’sdisease and may even delaythe progression. The abovementioned partners also believe that exercising when youwant, where you want, and with whom you want, couldmotivate people with Parkinson’s (PWP) to exercise morefrequently.People who most need access to great classes, are often thosewho most struggle to get it. For some it’s because they live farfrom where classes are offered. For others it’s because theycan’t leave their home. And many just don’t know where tostart. Additionally, family members, friends and caregiverscan join their loved ones live wherever they are in the world,creating a big impact. Not just because it provides motivationand support, but also because it changes conversations. Theyno longer need to be check up on daily exercise activities.Instead, they can talk about other important topics.BurnAlong today is used by people in various countries, Choose the class you want to take and where you wantto take it – from home, from a friend’s house or whereveryou are that day. Access the class on your smartphone, tablet, or computerand, uniquely, invite friends and family to join you in liveprivate sessions. Whomever you invite will be able to seeand hear you on their screen, and you will be able to seeand hear them in addition to viewing the class. Sign up for a BurnAlong account via https://go.burnalong.com/register and apply code TeleHealth18- Annual membership to BurnAlong is just 49 for anentire year for people with Parkinson’s (PWP). PWP can find Parkinson’s specific exercise classes byputting “Parksinson’s classes” in the search section ofBurnAlong. Browse the classes and choose the one thatfits your needs - or try several different ones for variety!Since launching in April, amazing stories from across theworld have come backto the BurnAlong staff.The platform is having ahuge impact. Communitycenters and large groupsare bringing peopletogether and exercisingusing the exercises offered.BurnAlong Co-Founderand Co-CEO DanielFreedman states: “My lategrandfather had PD. Thisis personal for me. WhileBurnAlong wasn’t built intime for him, I know thathe’s proud of the impact we’re having.”The BurnAlong team is so grateful to be working with greatcompanies, hospitals, doctor offices, universities, physicaltherapists, instructors, and others across the globe. It takesa community to make an impact, and the strength of the PDcommunity gives amazing hope for the future.BurnAlong would like to hear from you. If you have anyideas, suggestions, or ways BurnAlong can help, pleasecontact them at https://www.burnalong.com/contact-us/Daniel Freedman is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of BurnAlong. vSummer 2018 Southwest Parkinson News4
BACK TO CONTENTS PAGEPrepare your hands for independence!By Jordan Staenberg OTD, OTR/L, C-IAYTPeople with Parkinson’s often experience impairment inhand function. Whether unilaterally or bilaterally, thisimpairment can affect the person’s ability to independentlyperform activities of daily living or leisure activities, andhave negative repercussion on quality of life. Deficitsmost often include impairments in strength, range ofmotion, timing and size of movement, coordination andproprioception (the brain’s awareness of the body inspace that is required for motor planning and functionalaccuracy).Research has demonstrated that a single therapeuticsession with focus on movement, strength and manualdexterity can lead to significant improvement infunctional independence in persons with Parkinson’sdisease, and it only takes fifteen minutes to create thechange (Mateos-Toset et al., 2016). Another study byPelosin et al (2013) found improvements in bradykinesiain a single session of action. The long term effects are notas clear. But research, combined with clinical practiceexperience demonstrates that a short exercise programperformed immediately prior to starting a fine motor task(such as working on the computer and using a mouse andkeyboard), can improve immediate function. So, if thereis a task you want or need to complete, like eating, writing,or any other task, take 15 minutes to prepare your body forthe task by completing the exercises below to set yourselfup for independence and peak performance.Another important factorto address is the brain’sawareness of the body in space.Important research by Butlerand Moseley (2013) stressesthe importance of “homuncularrefreshment.” The sensory homunculusis a human-like figure representation of the body in the brainthat takes the proportions of sensory receptors available in eacharea of the body, where more sensitive areas are larger and viceversa. With non-use, pain, or changes with Parkinson’s disease,the portion of the brain that represents the hand (or otheraffected body area) can become “smudged.” This smudgingalters how and when you feel things from that body part andmotor control, timing, and coordination. You can “refresh”your motor-sensory map by stimulating the area to redefineyour proprioception and improve function. This is anotheractivity you can complete in preparation for increased controland independence with any task that requires hand functionand can notice change with only a few minutes of action!To get started at home: Close your eyes with your handsresting on your thighs and pay attention to each hand, mappingthe outline of each hand in your mind. This allows you to get abaseline to notice change, and also improves functional bodyawareness. Then try any or all of the following exercises. Onceyou have tried some of the sensory activities, rest the hands onthe thighs with the eyes closed and notice the change in yoursensory-motor map that you created! Finger abduction and adduction: spread thefingers and palm as wide as possible and, whilekeeping the fingers straight, squeeze the fingerstogether. Repeat about ten times.You can: Quick hand flicks with visual attention to ensureyou are making the hand as big as possible witheach flick. Press and rub the palms together vigorously creating friction.Pay attention visually to make sure both sides are movingequally. Wrist extension: Spread the palms and fingerswide with your palms and forearms supported on atable. Lift your palms so that your forearms stay onthe table and the hands lift, bending the wrist back. Opposition: Spread the palms and fingers wide toform a “big” hand. Then one at a time touch yourthumb to each finger. After each touch return tothe “big” hand position. Clap your hands vigorously Use one hand’s fingertips to vigorously tap the fingers andpalm of the opposite hand and then switch Use a shoe polish brush or another similar texture to brushthe palms, stimulating the sensory neurons.So take the time you need to set yourself up for independence!If you are experiencing any limitations in function orindependence, ask your doctor for a referral to occupationaltherapy for an individualized treatment plan to optimize yourfunction. vSummer 2018 Southwest Parkinson News5
BACK TO CONTENTS PAGECaregiver CornerBy Nancy Bivins, LMSWI would like to share with you a portion of a book, the Prologueof Brain and Behavior Coping with Parkinson’s disease, by Joseph H.Friedman, MD. This subject may be addressed in other writings,but I have not seen it, so I’m taking this opportunity to share itwith you. The quotes used in this article are from the book andare inserted simply to clarify a point.People living with Parkinson’s disease have difficulty doingtwo things at the same time. Those complex things that did notformerly take thought and/or planning now require the person’sattention. As one Parkinson’s patient put it, “my good hand doeswhat it’s supposed to do but my Parkinson hand has to be toldwhat to do.”The person with Parkinson’s disease has lost that “automaticpilot,” which previously allowed him/her to accomplishcomplex tasks without even thinking about it. For example,the task of brushing teeth, actually requires several sequencingsteps. Therefore, when one is without that “automatic pilot,”that person must break down the task into individual steps.For instance she will begin by finding the toothbrush andtoothpaste, turning on the water, squeezing the toothpaste ontothe toothbrush, etc. It has now become necessary for her toconsciously plan each step. You get the idea! People without PDdon’t think about the steps, they just brush their teeth, becausetheir “automatic pilot” is intact.People with PD blink less and swallow less, because there isproblem with how the autonomic nervous system signals thebody to perform at an optimum level. The person with PDcontinues to blink and swallow, but not at the rate necessary tokeep the keep her eyes adequately hydrated and her saliva frompooling. People with PD can blink and swallow when cued, butthey can’t think about blinking and swallowing all day long. Theyhave better things to think about.There is a similar issue with posture and arm swing! The caregivercan say to his loved one, stand up straight and swing your arms.Whallah, he/she does it, but only for a brief time. Again, no onecan think about posture and arm swing all day long and especiallynot blinking, swallowing, speech volume, smiling, etc. Thesechallenges can only be overridden consciously, while the personis thinking about it. Therefore, the caregiver is trained to get intothe regular habit of saying, stand up straight swing your arms.take big steps hold your head up, and so it goes.Joseph H Friedman, MD, says, “I try to get spouses and friendsto understand that telling the patient to stand up straight doesn’thelp. It is nagging and it is only helpful if the patient wants tobe reminded, perhaps at a social event or for aphotograph.”The key message is, nagging doesn’t work. Mostpeople don’t like to nag and do it only becausethey feel they must, since they really do careabout their loved one. They see it as a part of theirresponsibility, a part of their job as a caregiver.However, nagging is not a necessary part ofcaregiving.For instance, we do not have many strongerincentives for learning than a bad experience.Knowing this, why is it that a person with PDwho falls, repeatedly does the same thing? If a falldoes not teach a person the danger of particularactions, then nagging certainly isn’t going to help!Dr. Friedman states, “Nagging is demoralizingfor the nagger and the naggee. The naggerfeels ignored and the one being nagged feelsmisunderstood or weak, as if not trying hardenough.”The person with Parkinson’sdisease has lost that “automaticpilot,” which allows peopleto accomplish complex taskswithout thinking about them.Scan the book titles about nagging and you willfind that all of the titles have to do with how tostop nagging, not how to perfect it. People whoare experts in communication recognize justhow destructive nagging can be. Since naggingdoesn’t work, it’s okay to let it go. Keep in mindthat if you make this choice, it doesn’t mean thatyou don’t care about your loved one, it simplymeans that you are choosing to use your energyin constructive, profitable ways to build andstrengthen the relationship with your loved one. vSummer 2018 Southwest Parkinson News6
Summer 2018BACK TO CONTENTS PAGERecreation and EducationIn order to plan safe and effective classes, all classes require pre-registration. Exerciseclasses are only 5 per class. Education classes are free. For further information and/orto register, please call: Patty Hatton, 602-406-3840.Wellness Exercise ClassesFountain HillsArt of Moving Fridays, 9 - 10 am,PWR!Moves Fridays, 10 - 11 am,resumes September 7thFountain Hills Senior Center13001 N. La Montana, Fountain Hills, AZParkinson’s DanceWednesdays, 11-12:15 pm, June 6 thru July 27thFridays, 1-2 pm June 6 thru July 27th,Ballet Arizona, 2835 E Washington St., PhoenixPlease call Debbie Braganza for details at 602-381-0188National Dance Day Saturday, July 28th at BalletArizona, 10:30-11:45amPlease call Debbie Braganza for details at 602-381-0188MesaMAPC classes listed below are held at theMAPC Community Outreach and Wellness Center240 W. Thomas Rd., Suite 302, Phoenix, AZ 85013Dance for Parkinson’sSaturdays, 1:00-2:30pm, June 9 thru July 21stMesa Center for the Arts1 E Main Street, MesaPlease call Debbie Braganza for detailsat 602-381-0188An assessment is required prior to registering forall PWRMoves and Rock Steady Boxing Classes.Please call Patty Hatton at 602-406-3840 toschedule your assessment.PhoenixTai ChiMondays, 2:30-3:30 pm, thru June 25th,resumes September 10thShiloh Community Church19021 N 32nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85050Knock Out PD Boxing ClassesPD1/2: Tuesdays, 9:15-10:45 am, thru August 16PD1: Tuesdays, off for the summer, resumes September 4thPD4: Thursdays, 3:15-4:15 pm, thru August 16Music and Movement: Neurologic Music TherapyMondays, 2:30-3:30 pm, thru Aug 13Art of MovingTuesdays, 9:30-10:30 am, thru June 26th,resumes September 4thShiloh Community Church19021 N 32nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85050Parkinson’s DanceThursdays, 11:30-12:45 pm, off for the summer,class resumes August 9thBender Performing Arts3141 East Beardsley Road, Suite #110Phoenix, AZVoice ClassesTuesdays, 1:00-2:00 pm, thru Aug 14Wednesdays, 1:00-2:00 pm, thru Aug 15PWR!Moves PWR!Moves 1Mondays, 9:00-10:00 am, thru Aug 13PWR!Moves 2/3Mondays, 11:00-12 pm, thru Aug 13PWR!Moves 2Tuesdays, 11:00-12 pm, thru Aug 14PWR!Moves 2/3Wednesdays, 11 am-12 pm, thru Aug 15PWR!Moves 1Thursdays, 5:30- 6:30 pm, thru Aug 16Summer 2018 Southwest Parkinson News7
BACK TO CONTENTS PAGESpring 2018 Recreation and Education cont.Sun CitiesPWRCircuit Friday, 11am-12 pm, thru Aug 15Tai ChiWednesdays, 2:30-3:30 pm, thru Aug 15Yoga for Everybody, Mind and SoulMondays, 1:00- 2:00 pm, thru Aug 13(mat/floor work class)Thursdays, 1:00-2:00 pm, thru Aug 16 *seated*ScottsdalePD Programs at The JPlease call the Scottsdale JCC for class information onPWRMoves, Boxing, Aqua Cycling & Cycling at 480483-7121.Parkinson’s Play Reading SocietyFridays, 2-3:30 pm, resumes September 7thThe J: Scottsdale JCC, 12701 N Scottsdale Rd.Register at the MAPC 602-406-3840PWR!Moves 3Mondays, 10:15-11:15 am, thru July 30Shepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church13658 Meeker Blvd, Sun City West(Meeker & RH Johnson)PD ChoirsTremble Clefs Singing ProgramThursdays, 4 - 6 pmGranite Reef Senior Center – City of Scottsdale1700 N. Granite Reef Road(Granite Reef & McDowell)Contact: Faith Blenkle at 480-991-0451Tremble Clefs Singing ProgramWednesdays, 10 am - 12 pmShepherd of the Desert Lutheran Church11025 N. 111th Avenue, Sun CityContact: Sun Joo Lee at 480-274-3206Team MAPC and Team Somos Amigos from the Muhammad Ali Centerjoin forces for a fabulous morning of fitness at the 2018 Baehr Challenge.Summer 2018 Southwest Parkinson News8
BACK TO CONTENTS PAGESummer 2018 Support Group CalendarPlease contact the Support Group Coordinator prior to attendingyour first meeting to ensure correct meeting times and dates.East ValleyFountain HillsSun Lakes/Chandler/GilbertFountain Hills Community Center13001 N. La Montana Dr.Fountain Hills, AZ 852681st Wednesday of the month, 9:30-11:00 amSnedigar Recreation Center Meeting Room4500 S. Basha RdChandler, AZ 852481st Friday of the Month, 1:30-3:00 pmContact Kris Watts at the MAPC 602-406-4921AhwatukeeMountain Park Senior Living4475 E .Knox Rd.Phoenix, AZ1st Friday of the Month, 10:30-12:00 pmContact Kris Watts at the MAPC 602-406-4921MesaRed Mountain Multigenerational Center7550 E. Adobe Rd.Mesa, AZ 852071st Monday of the Month, 1:30-3:30 pmContact Kris Watts at the MAPC 602-406-4921(2:30-3:30 Caregiver breakout group)ScottsdaleDesert Mission United Methodist Church7373 E. DixiletaScottsdale, AZ 852661st Thursday of the month, 10:30-NoonContact Marilyn Ware 480-488-8538Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center12701 N Scottsdale RdScottsdale, AZ 852542nd Friday of the Month, 10:00am- 11:30 amContact Patty Hatton at the MAPC 602-406-3840Meeting at Maravilla in Scottsdale in July.No meeting in August.Caregiver Support Group (for caregivers only)HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital9630 E. Shea Blvd.Scottsdale, AZ 852604th Friday of the month, 10:00am-NoonContact Danah Flanagan atdanah.flanagan@hospicewestaz.comFountain Hills Caregiver WellnessFountain Hills Community Center13001 N. La Montana Dr.Fountain Hills, AZ 852681st Monday of the Month, 10:30-12:00 pmContact Jim 480-209-8755PhoenixNorth CentralDuet1000 N 31st Ave., Suite D 200Phoenix, AZ 850512nd Wednesday of the month, 1:30-3:00 pmContact Kris Watts at the MAPC 602-406-4921Muhammad Ali Parkinson CenterEvening Support GroupConference Room B240 W. Thomas Rd.Phoenix, AZ 850134th Tuesday of the month, 5:30-7:00 pmContact Patty Hatton at the MAPC 602-406-3840No meeting in AugustWest ValleyAnthemNorth Valley Regional Library40410 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway(on the Boulder Creek High School campus)1st Saturday of the month, 10:00am-11:30amContact Robb Young at youngrobb@yamil.com or303-656-3128Summer 2018 Southwest Parkinson News9
BACK TO CONTENTS PAGESupport Groups continuedSun City WestYumaSurprise/Sun City GrandFlorenceShepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church13658 Meeker Blvd.Sun City West, AZ3rd Tuesday of the Month, 3:00-4:30 pmContact Nancy Bivins, LMSW at 602-406-4266Cimarron Center17100 W. Clearview Blvd.Surprise, AZ1st Tuesday of the month, 10:00-11:30 amContact Patty Hatton at 602-406-3840No meeting in AugustGlendaleHealthSouth Rehab Hospital Glendale13460 N. 67th Ave.Glendale, AZ2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, 1:00-2:00 pmContact Trent Tripp or Rose O’Gorman at 623-878-8800Avondale/GoodyearChrist Evangelical Lutheran Church918 S. Litchfield Rd.Goodyear, AZ 853383rd Tuesday of the Month, 12:30- 2:00 pmContact Nancy Bivins at 602-406-4266Carepartner WellnessThis group is for carepartners onlyChrist Evangelical Church918 S. Litchfield RdGoodyear, AZ2nd Thursday of the Month, 10:00- 11:00 amContact Ann Wheat at Beatitudes Center D.O.A.R.602-274-5022Daybreakers Café10800 E. Frontage Rd.Yuma, AZ 853671st Monday of the month, 9:00- 11:00 amContact Beverly at 928-246-2876Call for location2nd Wednesday of the Month, 10:30 am -12:00 pmContact Kris Watts at 602-406-4921Northern ArizonaPrescottFirst Lutheran Church231 W. Smoke Tree LanePrescott, AZ 863013rd Thursday of the month, 10:00-11:30 amContact Kay Bolander at 928-778-2242KingmanKingman Regional Medical CenterDell E. Webb Wellness CenterCerbat Conference Room3rd Tuesday of the month, 1:00 pmContact the Education Department at 928-263-5640Verde ValleyVerde Valley Medical Center269 S. Candy LaneCottonwood, AZ 86326Outpatient Rehab Services- Conference Room2nd Friday of the Month, 3:00-4:00 pmContact Judy Talley at 928-202-7952Western ArizonaSouthern ArizonaCasa Gr
80 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, AZ 85281 Join us and help raise awareness for Parkinson's disease in Arizona! Activities include a 5K Walk or Run, 1.5 block stroll, children's activities, resource fair, demonstration stage and food vendors. Walk the Fight & Run the Distance is presented by the Parkinson Network of Arizona and proceeds from the
