Come & Meet Us!

Whether you are a new member or someone thinking about joining our support group, here are some ways to learn more about us: Visit the Parkinson’s Activity Center (PAC) at 555 N La Canada in Green Valley between 1:00 and 3:30 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. A volunteer will be happy to tell you…

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7th World Parkinson Congress Coming to Phoenix

It is a year away, but this is a WORLD conference. It will probably never again be so close in our lifetime. Plan ahead! The event will be held from May 24-27, 2026, in Phoenix. This is an international event and will showcase the latest developments concerning Parkinson’s, including scientific and clinical research, rehabilitation research,…

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Moving Day: November 1, 2025

The Parkinson’s Foundation’s annual Moving Day in Tucson will be on November 1, 2025, starting at 9:00 am at Reid Park, 900 S Randolph Way. The foundation says this event is more than just a walk. They call it a celebration of movement. While the event raises awareness of Parkinson’s, it is also a fundraiser…

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PD Care Connection Experience 2026

Join us for the PD Care Connection 2026, on March 26th and 27th in sunny Phoenix, Arizona! THIS EVENT IS FREE! We’re thrilled to offer two full days dedicated to learning about Parkinson’s Disease, exploring a variety of treatment and care options, and discovering activities that can enhance daily life with PD. Come hear leading…

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Getting to Know our Support Group

The Thursday social gatherings at Posada Java began probably six years ago as weekly meetings between Sue Colley and me when I was president and she was vice-president. Originally, we met at Sue’s house after I dropped John off at Adult Day Services to discuss support group business, which usually involved planning and sometimes dreaming.…

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Getting to Know our Support Group

Nordic Pole Walking was introduced to us by the queen herself, Linda Lemke. Unfortunately, Linda hasn’t been able to come to Green Valley this winter, but Steve W. is well on his way to becoming the king of pole walking. We know the importance of exercise, the only treatment shown to slow the progression of…

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Holiday Luncheon Photos

Our Holiday Luncheon was Thursday, December 5th at the Valley Presbyterian Church. Reader’s Theater participants presented a holiday themed skit and members of the Chair Exercise Class performed a fun dynamic dance routine.   Mia Lee Cooper “jiving” with Support Group Members

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Holiday Season of Giving

Parkinson's Support Group of Green Valley

As we enter the holiday season it is a good time to update you on the Qualified Charitable Organization AZ Tax Credit. If you file taxes in Arizona, you are eligible for this tax credit. This year an individual can receive a credit of $470 for a donation of a like amount to a qualified…

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Enroll in the Bank

Outsiders ask, “How does your support group offer so much?”  The answer is our volunteers. We can only do as much as our volunteers contribute in time and energy. The need for workers often pops up, and we have members who want to help. The challenge is matching the needs to those willing members. That’s…

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