Announcing the new line to our SAC(K) motto: Become increasingly Knowledgeable.
Our annual lecture series has always been about learning how to live with Parkinson’s by learning about the symptoms, the treatments, and how to adapt to the challenges.
The 2023-2024 series includes seven main lectures from September to April, additional pop-up lectures, and possible small group discussion sessions. Topics will include staying safe, physical therapy, caregiving, cutting edge treatment, nutrition, and more.
Our seven main lectures are held on the first Friday of each month. As usual, in December the lecture is replaced with a holiday luncheon. If you want to attend the lectures in person, they are held at GVR Las Campanas Center (565 W Belltower Drive) at 2:00 pm. Arrive early so that you don’t miss the announcements and the introduction of the speaker(s).
We will also present the lectures virtually in real time (via Zoom) for those who want to watch from home. When possible, we will record and post them on our YouTube channel.
STRIVE TO KNOW; KNOW TO THRIVE
April 2024 Lecture: Parkinson’s 101 Video & Slides
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month. The lecture topic was no coincidence. Our speaker, Dr. Cynthia Reed, is a favorite of past lectures. You should watch the video if… VIDEO SLIDE…
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Did you miss it? March 2024 Lecture & Slides
Clinical Nutritionist Kristi Weber, M.Ed., M.S., shared “nuggets” of knowledge concerning nutrition. She promoted a whole-food, plant-based diet, which has been shown to be most helpful for managing symptoms related…
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Did you miss it? February 2024 Lecture
Every lecture presents technical challenges. Will the speaker be present in-person or virtually? How many speakers need microphones? Will there be a slideshow? Will the speakers use their own computers?…
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January 2024 Lecture: Focused Ultrasound for Parkinson’s
Join us on January 5th at 2 pm for the presentation by Tim Meakem, MD, Chief Medical Officer of FUS Foundation. He will be joining us virtually on Zoom. I…
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Did you miss it? November Lecture & Slides
Tim Domer, MD, gave an overview of Parkinson’s disease, explained the physiology of stress and accelerated aging of caregivers, and discussed effective strategies to help caregivers. He pointed out that…
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October Lecture: Physical Therapy for Parkinson’s
Friday, October 6 at 2:00 pm; GVR Las Campanas Social Center (565 W Belltower Dr.). October is National Physical Therapy Month. Treating Parkinson’s disease requires a team of medical professionals…
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Let’s learn to use ZOOM!
Here’s a getting started guide for using Zoom. This quick start guide walks you through getting started with your new Zoom account. Attend our hybrid meetings and lectures using this…
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Q & A at Feb. 2023 Lecture (Video)
For the first time, the February lecture featured a panel of professionals to tackle the difficult topic of navigating late-stage Parkinson’s. We welcomed back Cynthia Holmes, PhD, who played a…
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Jan. 2023 Lecture Video (AzTAP)
Parkinson’s may make daily activities difficult. So do you quit trying? Of course not. You adapt. Clayton Guffey, Program Director for Arizona Technology Access Program, presented our January lecture and…
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