Parkinson’s Disease sleep study clinical trial going on right now at UC Davis Health.
Sleep problems are some of the most common non-motor symptoms reported in patients with Parkinson’s Disease (PD). Disrupted sleep affects your quality of life, mood, performance, and risk for accidents.
The goal of this trial is to test the best amount of Light Therapy to improve sleep in Parkinson’s Disease patients.
What is Light Therapy?
Light Therapy uses light and not medicine to treat a problem. Light Therapy has successfully been used for people with seasonal affective disorder, jet lag, and shift work.
For More information see Patient Brochure
Sleep problems are some of the most common non-motor symptoms reported in patients with Parkinson’s Disease (PD). Disrupted sleep affects your quality of life, mood, performance, and risk for accidents.
The goal of this trial is to test the best amount of Light Therapy to improve sleep in Parkinson’s Disease patients.
What is Light Therapy?
Light Therapy uses light and not medicine to treat a problem. Light Therapy has successfully been used for people with seasonal affective disorder, jet lag, and shift work.
For More information see Patient Brochure
Thank you to all who gave so generously!
We also wish to thank the Morris family for
being a part of our family, volunteering,
supporting and sharing their wisdom with
all of us.
Hello PANC community!
May 2021 brings us warming temperatures and more good news on the COVID-19 pandemic recovery across California.
PANC is in the final stages of hiring a new Executive Director and we hope to introduce you to the our new leader during May 2021.
May 6, 2021 is Big Day of Giving in Sacramento and we hope you will consider PANC in your generosity and donations as there are so many worthy organizations and missions to serve the people of Northern California. I think that the message from the Morris Family says it all about the values, vision, mission and goals of PANC. Kelsey's prayer is an inspiring message (see above).
PANC’s latest project seeks to expand support groups, provide mental health and wellness education, and provide more materials and outreach to the Spanish speaking community in underserved rural areas. PANC's "Rural Stars" project focuses on seven regions in Northern California: Crescent City/Del Norte, Eureka/Humboldt, Lakeport/Lake, Susanville/Lassen, Red Bluff/Tehama, Ukiah/Mendocino and Willows/Glenn and is encouraging other communities to establish PD support groups as well. A big thanks to the Parkinson’s Foundation for supporting this project with a generous grant. Here is a link to the PANC newsletter article about the Rural Stars project (click here)
There are exciting and engaging opportunities to participate with our Parkinson’s Foundation (PF) partners for exercise, education, and family fun in the next few months. On May 15, 2021 join me in supporting the PF Moving Day and on June 12, 2021 PF Revolution which is an indoor cycling experience that combines passion, determination and community to advance the mission toward a cure.
Stay tuned for more info about the Facilitator Workshop August 3, 6 & 7, The Annual COP (Cancel Out Parkinson’s) Walk, September 18
& PANC Annual Conference October 23!
Stay safe, healthy and thanks for being a part of the PANC community,
Sean Tracy
President, PANC Board of Directors
May 2021 brings us warming temperatures and more good news on the COVID-19 pandemic recovery across California.
PANC is in the final stages of hiring a new Executive Director and we hope to introduce you to the our new leader during May 2021.
May 6, 2021 is Big Day of Giving in Sacramento and we hope you will consider PANC in your generosity and donations as there are so many worthy organizations and missions to serve the people of Northern California. I think that the message from the Morris Family says it all about the values, vision, mission and goals of PANC. Kelsey's prayer is an inspiring message (see above).
PANC’s latest project seeks to expand support groups, provide mental health and wellness education, and provide more materials and outreach to the Spanish speaking community in underserved rural areas. PANC's "Rural Stars" project focuses on seven regions in Northern California: Crescent City/Del Norte, Eureka/Humboldt, Lakeport/Lake, Susanville/Lassen, Red Bluff/Tehama, Ukiah/Mendocino and Willows/Glenn and is encouraging other communities to establish PD support groups as well. A big thanks to the Parkinson’s Foundation for supporting this project with a generous grant. Here is a link to the PANC newsletter article about the Rural Stars project (click here)
There are exciting and engaging opportunities to participate with our Parkinson’s Foundation (PF) partners for exercise, education, and family fun in the next few months. On May 15, 2021 join me in supporting the PF Moving Day and on June 12, 2021 PF Revolution which is an indoor cycling experience that combines passion, determination and community to advance the mission toward a cure.
Stay tuned for more info about the Facilitator Workshop August 3, 6 & 7, The Annual COP (Cancel Out Parkinson’s) Walk, September 18
& PANC Annual Conference October 23!
Stay safe, healthy and thanks for being a part of the PANC community,
Sean Tracy
President, PANC Board of Directors
Our PANC 2020 Virtual Conference took place on October 24, 2020.
See videos, links and other info here
Thank you to our 2020 Conference Sponsors
See videos, links and other info here
Thank you to our 2020 Conference Sponsors
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The California Parkinson's Disease Registry Conference was broadcast on September 26, 2020
To view a recording (tambien en español) of the conference and get more information click here. |
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Questions about the COVID-19 Vaccines?
Watch Dr. Michael Okun for info on the vaccines for People with PD. From the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases and the Parkinson's Foundation. https://www.parkinson.org/blog/covid-vaccine |
"I am More than Parkinson's"
Who We Are
The Parkinson Association of Northern California (PANC) is an organization dedicated to enhancing the
lives of people with Parkinson's, their families and care partners throughout our region.
We live our motto, "Building Community for the Journey."
lives of people with Parkinson's, their families and care partners throughout our region.
We live our motto, "Building Community for the Journey."
What is Parkinson's disease?
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a chronic, progressive, neurological disease that destroys the cells in the mid brain which produce "dopamine," one of the chemicals that transmits movement control signals. When approximately 80% of these cells no longer produce dopamine, one or more of PD's primary movement symptoms begin to appear: resting tremor; slowness of movement; stiffness; and/or gait or balance problems. Other symptoms such as small cramped handwriting, lack of arm swing, and decreased facial expression may appear. (continued click here)
With assistance from a generous community of donors and volunteers, we are able to provide the following benefits for our region's Parkinson's community:
- Connect with over 36 support groups for people with PD and their caregivers
- Publish a quarterly journal, The Parkinson Path
- Present an annual education conference and tradeshow
- Provide respite opportunities for PD caregivers
- Offer housing safety modification opportunities through Rebuilding Together of Sacramento
- Present ParkinsonWISE® program for exercise and wellness professionals
- Support research for prevention and cure
- Actively promote community awareness
PANC is proud to facilitate a network of more than 37 area support groups. Please note that meeting dates and locations are subject to change. Contact the Support Group facilitator to verify meeting information.
What is ParkinsonWISE®? The Parkinson Association of Northern California partnered with Kaiser Permanente Neuroscience to provide targeted wellness education for fitness and wellness professionals that have clients with Parkinson's disease (PD) or those who want to work with this special group. To learn more about our ParkinsonWISE®trainings and to find ParkinsonWISE® certified trainers click the link above.
Our journal, The Parkinson Path, is provided to over 3,000 recipients throughout Northern California. The quarterly publication includes pertinent information and updates on events, support groups, services, new technologies, and articles provided by local PD experts.
Did you know that you can generate donations while shopping , at no extra cost?
Simply start your shopping at smile.amazon.com/ch/68-0372037 to confirm "Parkinson Association of Northern California" as your charity of choice, and AmazonSmile will donate a portion of your eligible purchase price to our organization. |
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Call to donate with
a credit card 916-357-6641 |
Donate by mail: Drop a check in the mail PANC 1024 Iron Point Rd #1046 Folsom CA 95630 |
