When: Saturday April 25, 2026 Where: Bulmer Telecommunications Center, HVCC 80 Vandenburgh Ave., Troy NY 12180 8:00-8:45a.m. Registration/Vendor and Resource Fair 9:00-9:30a.m. Welcome and Introductions/ I am enough ** All presentations held in auditorium 9:30-10:20a.m. Workshop # 1: Care Mapping Your Loved One’s Needs: How to identify and gauge the level of services necessary to support your loved one’s journey This session introduces the concept of indicators and how the

Join Us for a Night of Pickleball, Purpose & Community! Come swing your paddle for a cause close to our hearts! When: Friday, May 1st. 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Where: True Pickleball Club , 195 Troy-Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110 Stand Up To Parkinson's is hosting an unforgettable evening of pickleball, live music, food, and fun. All to raise funds that will go straight towards improving the lives of those living with Parkinson's disease in the Capital Region. Whether you're a sea

Eating healthy is important for everyone, but especially if you have Parkinson's. Let's discuss a few key tips for eating healthy with PD. Tips to eat healthy Limit sugar intake. Excessive sugar can increase inflammation, lead to tooth decay, and effect your energy levels. Eat a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol will reduce your risk of heart attack and certain types of cancer. Limit alcohol. Alcohol can lead to balance changes and can have poor reactions with certain

Your Parkinson's diagnosis is the beginning of a journey — and understanding all of your options can make all the difference. Join the educational webinar from Weill Cornell Medicine to learn how today's advances in Parkinson's care can help you live well at every stage of the disease. April 16th, 2026 06:00 PM Dr. Michael Kaplitt, Executive Vice-Chairman and Professor of Neurological Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine, will walk you through the full landscape of Parkinson's t

Join the Parkinson’s Foundation for the New York Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium. Attendees will learn about symptoms, treatment options and strategies to help navigate the challenges of living with PD. While each person’s experience is unique, the more you know, the more empowered you will be to play an active role in your care and manage your life with Parkinson’s. When: April 11, 2026 11:00 am — 3:00 p.m. (in-person) 11:30 am — 3:00 p.m. (Zoom) Where: Shames JCC on the Hud

Urinary tract infections (UTI) are extremely common in older adults. However, the present very differently when we are older compared to when we are younger. People who have reduced mobility are at a higher risk of a UTI, which means people with PD are at a higher risk. What happens when someone with PD has even less mobility while they are in the hospital? Let's find out. How do UTIs present in older adults? Older adults may experience the following Cognitive changes that ar