Virtual Conference Registration
still open until 10/21
Attend in person in our spacious 160,000 sq.ft. conference space,
The Roebbelen Center @theGrounds, Placer County Fairgrounds, Roseville, CA.
Watch via live stream which is a great alternative for those not ready to
meet in-person or unable to travel.
Masks, proof of vaccination and photo ID will be required at check in.
Link to CA CDPH-Get a digital copy/QR code/printable vaccine record
Conference Information and Safety Protocols and Exhibitors
Keynote speaker-Jimmy Choi - Father, PD Advocate, PwP,
American Ninja Warrior and World Record Holder
American Ninja Warrior and World Record Holder
Thank you to our PANC 2021 Annual Education Conference Sponsors
Presenting Sponsors
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Abbott DBS provides Deep Brain Stimulation devices to Parkinson’s patients to alleviate their movement symptoms and increase their quality of life. |
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AbbVie, a global, researched-based biopharmaceutical company, is committed to educating patients and caregivers about Parkinson’s disease to raise awareness about the condition, and further research to improve the lives of those living with and impacted by this disease. |
Platinum Sponsors
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Gold Sponsors
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Silver Sponsors
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Acadia
Pharmaceuticals Atria
El Camino Gardens NexStride
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Amneal
Pharmaceuticals Naboso
VibeTech Enterprises, LLC
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PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY ON FALL RISK
S.A.C. Neurophysiology Lab at Sacramento State is conducting a study to better understand the associations between physical activity and fall risk in those with Parkinson’s disease.
Participation in this study is entirely voluntary. All responses will be confidential. 
You may qualify if you:
Are older than 18 years of age Have Parkinson’s disease (PD) Can read English Have access to a desktop/laptop computer, tablet, or smart phone with internet connection Read Flyer here For more information email Dr. Matt Brown, PhD. at khs-sacneurophyslab@csus.edu Vertical Divider
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Parkinson’s Disease sleep
study clinical trial 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 click for Patient Brochure Information can also be found on the NeuroNEXT website: http://www.neuronext.org |
President's Post- September 2021
Sean Tracy
Hello PANC Community -- We did it! After nine months, hundreds of applications, and more than 50 interviews, PANC has hired Mr. Will Zrnchik as PANC's new Executive Director.
I will let Will introduce himself to all of you in the days ahead, but on behalf of the Board, we could not be more pleased with Will starting as the new PANC Executive Director effective Monday September 20, 2021.
Will's professional history includes experience as Director of Communications and Chief Executive Officer for the International Pemphigus & Pemphigoid Foundation. Will also served as an organizational development consultant, and holds Master's Degrees in both Nonprofit Management and Business Administration.
Will has a passion for people and comes to us with a wonderful patient-centered focus. His experience and interest in technology, innovation, fund development, and strategic operations will be a tremendous benefit to our organization and PANC services.
A special appreciation from the Board goes to Sharon D'Nelly-Warady for keeping the office open, communications flowing, finances managed, and day-to-day operations effective, all done with a positive attitude and a smile.
I want to thank the Board and all of you for the patience while recruiting a great new Executive Director.
Please join me in welcoming Will to the PANC community!
Sean Tracy
President PANC Board of Directors
I will let Will introduce himself to all of you in the days ahead, but on behalf of the Board, we could not be more pleased with Will starting as the new PANC Executive Director effective Monday September 20, 2021.
Will's professional history includes experience as Director of Communications and Chief Executive Officer for the International Pemphigus & Pemphigoid Foundation. Will also served as an organizational development consultant, and holds Master's Degrees in both Nonprofit Management and Business Administration.
Will has a passion for people and comes to us with a wonderful patient-centered focus. His experience and interest in technology, innovation, fund development, and strategic operations will be a tremendous benefit to our organization and PANC services.
A special appreciation from the Board goes to Sharon D'Nelly-Warady for keeping the office open, communications flowing, finances managed, and day-to-day operations effective, all done with a positive attitude and a smile.
I want to thank the Board and all of you for the patience while recruiting a great new Executive Director.
Please join me in welcoming Will to the PANC community!
Sean Tracy
President PANC Board of Directors
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Parkinson Path Summer 2021
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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. |
"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
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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 ParkinsonWise button.
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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. |
You may not know this, but your old car, truck, RV, motorcycle or boat can bring
rays of sunshine to PANC when you donate it [NONPROFIT]! We make the process easy; the pick-up is free, and you may even qualify for a tax deduction. Call 855-500-7433 or visit careasy.org to learn more. We’ll use the proceeds from the sale to continue to serve the Parkinson's Community. |
