Check PD ACTIVE Calendar for many online classes, Yoga, Dance, Tai Chi, Singing, Speech, Speakers, etc. https://pdactive.org/calendar/
June Speaker Forum: A Caregiver’s Journey With Dave Iverson
Topic: A Caregiver’s Journey, An Open Conversation with Winter Stars Author, Dave Iverson
When: Saturday, June 11
Time: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm. PT
Where: Online
Register Here
Dave Iverson was 59 when he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and a few years later he decided to do something he’d never imagined—he moved back home to care for his 95-year-old mother. . Winter Stars is the story of the ten-year journey that followed.
During his broadcast journalism career, Dave Iverson produced documentary specials for PBS, including two about Parkinson’s disease, the Frontline film My Father, My Brother and Me (2009), and Capturing Grace (2015). He also hosted local NPR/PBS programs at KQED in San Francisco and served as a special correspondent to the PBS NewsHour.
PD Active has a limited number of books to purchase for $10. This is a special promotional offer for PD Active members. Normal retail price: $15.99. Contact Todd t.morrish@pdactive.org or Monique m.buffler@pdactive.org to get yours today!
You should receive a confirmation e-mail after registering. Contact us at info@pdactive.org or (510) 479-6119 if you need assistance.
Dave Iverson on Why He Became a Caregiver… and What He Learned on KQED’s Forum
Journalist Dave Iverson says that there were a lot of things he didn’t know when he made the decision to move in with his 95-year old mother Adelaide in 2004 to take care of her. “I didn’t know that I would be tested in ways I’d never imagined,” he writes in his new memoir, “or rewarded in ways I’d never dreamed.” He also had no idea that Adelaide would live nearly 10 years more, before passing away at age 105. Iverson, a former host of KQED Forum, joins us to talk about the burdens and benefits of caring for a loved one, how America is failing its caregivers, and his new book “Winter Stars: An elderly mother, an aging son, and life’s final journey”.
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kqeds-forum/id73329719?i=1000555257293
And/or refer to this: https://www.kqed.org/forum/2010101888424/dave-iverson-on-why-he-became-a-caregiver-and-what-he-learned
Topic: A Caregiver’s Journey, An Open Conversation with Winter Stars Author, Dave Iverson
When: Saturday, June 11
Time: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm. PT
Where: Online
Register Here
Dave Iverson was 59 when he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and a few years later he decided to do something he’d never imagined—he moved back home to care for his 95-year-old mother. . Winter Stars is the story of the ten-year journey that followed.
During his broadcast journalism career, Dave Iverson produced documentary specials for PBS, including two about Parkinson’s disease, the Frontline film My Father, My Brother and Me (2009), and Capturing Grace (2015). He also hosted local NPR/PBS programs at KQED in San Francisco and served as a special correspondent to the PBS NewsHour.
PD Active has a limited number of books to purchase for $10. This is a special promotional offer for PD Active members. Normal retail price: $15.99. Contact Todd t.morrish@pdactive.org or Monique m.buffler@pdactive.org to get yours today!
You should receive a confirmation e-mail after registering. Contact us at info@pdactive.org or (510) 479-6119 if you need assistance.
Dave Iverson on Why He Became a Caregiver… and What He Learned on KQED’s Forum
Journalist Dave Iverson says that there were a lot of things he didn’t know when he made the decision to move in with his 95-year old mother Adelaide in 2004 to take care of her. “I didn’t know that I would be tested in ways I’d never imagined,” he writes in his new memoir, “or rewarded in ways I’d never dreamed.” He also had no idea that Adelaide would live nearly 10 years more, before passing away at age 105. Iverson, a former host of KQED Forum, joins us to talk about the burdens and benefits of caring for a loved one, how America is failing its caregivers, and his new book “Winter Stars: An elderly mother, an aging son, and life’s final journey”.
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kqeds-forum/id73329719?i=1000555257293
And/or refer to this: https://www.kqed.org/forum/2010101888424/dave-iverson-on-why-he-became-a-caregiver-and-what-he-learned
Brain Training Class on Zoom
One of the classes most requested in the recent PD Active Survey, Brain Training, is now being offered Thursdays 10:00am PT on Zoom. The class, taught by Steph Comella, is designed to exercise the body and the mind.
When: Thursdays 10:00am PT
Register: Brain Training at this link.
Read about the class here.
One of the classes most requested in the recent PD Active Survey, Brain Training, is now being offered Thursdays 10:00am PT on Zoom. The class, taught by Steph Comella, is designed to exercise the body and the mind.
When: Thursdays 10:00am PT
Register: Brain Training at this link.
Read about the class here.
PD ACTIVE Support Groups
PD Support Group
Meeting every Thursday from 4:00pm – 5:30pm (PST)
Description: These free weekly support group meetings are held from 4:00 pm-5:30 pm for people who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease or Parkinsonism. The meetings are facilitated by Roslyn Kleinsinger, LCSW (retired).
Click here to register. If asked, the password is “pdactive20”. Please note that you may be required to register even if you have attended a previous meeting.
Email programs@pdactive.org. or call (510) 479-6119.
Advanced Care Partners Support Group
Meeting 3rd Thursday of the month from 3:00pm – 5:00pm (PST)
Description: This is a gathering where participants speak frankly about concerns and challenges in caring for loved ones with long term to advanced PD symptoms. Open to family caregivers and care partners only. Self-facilitated; coordinated by Donna Mickleson.
Pre-registration required when attending for the first time. Email carepartners@pdactive.org or call (510) 479-6119.
Mild/Moderate Care Partners Support Group
Meeting 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month from 3:00pm – 5:00pm (PST)
Description: This Care Partners Support group addresses the needs of those partners who are caring for someone with mild to moderate symptoms. All care partners are welcome. Self-facilitated.
Pre-registration required when attending for the first time.
Email mildmoderatecare@pdactive.org or call (510) 479-6119.
Young Onset & Young at Heart PD Group
Meeting 2nd Wednesday of the month from 5:00pm – 6:00pm (PST) and 4th Friday of the month from 10:00am – 11:00am (PST)
Description: This group is for you if you were diagnosed with PD in your early fifties or younger, or if you are simply young at heart with PD. We traditionally have had fun, active outings (walks, hikes, Pickleball, bowling, etc), all in the East Bay. We now meet online via Zoom (and occasionally sneak out for a “socially-distanced” hike). Email yopd@pdactive.org or call (510) 479-6119.
Adult Children of People with Parkinson’s
Meeting 4th Monday of the month from 7:00pm – 8:30pm (PST)
Description: This group aims to create community for adult children of people with Parkinson’s Disease and provides a space to learn more about PD, discuss ways of supporting parents with PD, and offer support in navigating its challenges. Facilitated by Rachel Goldstone MD, clinical Professor at UCSF and in private practice. Email Rachel at RachelGoldstoneMD@gmail.com or call (510) 479-6119.
Heart Circle
Meeting 1st Saturday of the month from 10:00 am – 12:00pm (PST)
Description: The relief and sweetness of sharing our lives with PD. We join together to open our hearts and emotions, using guided meditation, discussion, and a chance to speak directly from the heart. Open to anyone with PD. Facilitated by Michelle Johnston and Jodeane Pringle. For more information call 650-814-8388 (preferred) or email Jodeane at mjodeane@alum.mit.edu.
PD Salon
Meeting 2nd Sunday of the month from 3:00pm – 5:00pm (PST)
Description: An opportunity for people with PD to share creative works that moves them. You can present poetry, prose, art, music, dance, improv, paintings, etc. by you or any artist. Or you can just observe. All are welcome. to attend and observe, but presentations by people with PD will have priority. Phil Miller, Gary Turchin, and Herb Heinz, are the PD Salon co-hosts. Email Gary at garyturchin@gmail.com or call (510) 479-6119.
PD Support Group
Meeting every Thursday from 4:00pm – 5:30pm (PST)
Description: These free weekly support group meetings are held from 4:00 pm-5:30 pm for people who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease or Parkinsonism. The meetings are facilitated by Roslyn Kleinsinger, LCSW (retired).
Click here to register. If asked, the password is “pdactive20”. Please note that you may be required to register even if you have attended a previous meeting.
Email programs@pdactive.org. or call (510) 479-6119.
Advanced Care Partners Support Group
Meeting 3rd Thursday of the month from 3:00pm – 5:00pm (PST)
Description: This is a gathering where participants speak frankly about concerns and challenges in caring for loved ones with long term to advanced PD symptoms. Open to family caregivers and care partners only. Self-facilitated; coordinated by Donna Mickleson.
Pre-registration required when attending for the first time. Email carepartners@pdactive.org or call (510) 479-6119.
Mild/Moderate Care Partners Support Group
Meeting 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month from 3:00pm – 5:00pm (PST)
Description: This Care Partners Support group addresses the needs of those partners who are caring for someone with mild to moderate symptoms. All care partners are welcome. Self-facilitated.
Pre-registration required when attending for the first time.
Email mildmoderatecare@pdactive.org or call (510) 479-6119.
Young Onset & Young at Heart PD Group
Meeting 2nd Wednesday of the month from 5:00pm – 6:00pm (PST) and 4th Friday of the month from 10:00am – 11:00am (PST)
Description: This group is for you if you were diagnosed with PD in your early fifties or younger, or if you are simply young at heart with PD. We traditionally have had fun, active outings (walks, hikes, Pickleball, bowling, etc), all in the East Bay. We now meet online via Zoom (and occasionally sneak out for a “socially-distanced” hike). Email yopd@pdactive.org or call (510) 479-6119.
Adult Children of People with Parkinson’s
Meeting 4th Monday of the month from 7:00pm – 8:30pm (PST)
Description: This group aims to create community for adult children of people with Parkinson’s Disease and provides a space to learn more about PD, discuss ways of supporting parents with PD, and offer support in navigating its challenges. Facilitated by Rachel Goldstone MD, clinical Professor at UCSF and in private practice. Email Rachel at RachelGoldstoneMD@gmail.com or call (510) 479-6119.
Heart Circle
Meeting 1st Saturday of the month from 10:00 am – 12:00pm (PST)
Description: The relief and sweetness of sharing our lives with PD. We join together to open our hearts and emotions, using guided meditation, discussion, and a chance to speak directly from the heart. Open to anyone with PD. Facilitated by Michelle Johnston and Jodeane Pringle. For more information call 650-814-8388 (preferred) or email Jodeane at mjodeane@alum.mit.edu.
PD Salon
Meeting 2nd Sunday of the month from 3:00pm – 5:00pm (PST)
Description: An opportunity for people with PD to share creative works that moves them. You can present poetry, prose, art, music, dance, improv, paintings, etc. by you or any artist. Or you can just observe. All are welcome. to attend and observe, but presentations by people with PD will have priority. Phil Miller, Gary Turchin, and Herb Heinz, are the PD Salon co-hosts. Email Gary at garyturchin@gmail.com or call (510) 479-6119.