Education
Prepare with Knowledge
Parkinson’s disease is a chronic and progressive illness, requiring you to remain alert and vigilant as symptoms and care conditions evolve and change. Of course, it’s complicated. There is no single course of symptom progression. Families have different resources and coping skills. Response to therapies may vary from person to person and over time. The reassurance and information you most need when newly diagnosed may give way as new pressing situations present.
Throughout the year and across the region, PRO organizes opportunities for you to talk with and learn from talented professionals working to care for the needs of people with Parkinson’s. Whether a presentation about service dogs at a local support group, or lecture on clinical breakthroughs from a noted researcher, it is never too soon to start building your base of understanding and knowledge.
- Live/In-person education programs.
- On-line learning and webinars. See below to access recordings available for home viewing.
- Annual conference for individuals with Parkinson's, family and allied health professionals.
- Programs and workshops just for family caregivers.
- Training and networking opportunities for professionals.
Find a Workshop
No One Has to Face Parkinson's Alone
Use your knowledge and understanding to inform your care, make legal and financial decisions about your future and improve your quality of life. Search for programs nearby or make plans to attend a virtual class or one located further away. Use the filter and keyword options to identify opportunities most relevant to you.
Online Learning
With a collection of recorded education programs, you can expand your knowledge on a variety of care and quality of life topics. Find and watch the complete listing from the comfort of your home.
What They Say
"My wife's neurologist referred us to Parkinson's Resources of Oregon and shortly after we attended their annual conference. In that day, we learned more than we ever expected to, quickly understanding that we had a valuable navigational resource as we embarked on this journey. We immediately dove into all of PRO's offerings."
Gene G.
"Next to my medical specialist for Parkinson's disease, I count almost exclusively on PRO to educate me on up coming and most effective drugs, classes for physical exercises, and cognitive applications keeping the mind stimulated."
William S
"Before PRO, I simply didn't know where to go. The internet was scary, my neurologist wasn't going to see me again for 6 months. Finding PRO was like relief washed over me. I love the personal interaction and resources. They don't take the place of my doctor, but I couldn't imagine dealing with Parkinson's without them in my corner."
Jane B
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Program announcements and Updates
Don’t miss a single opportunity. Use the contact form to send us your mailing address and to sign up for region specific email announcements. While you are at it, let us know if you have immediate questions about living with Parkinson’s. We’ll be in touch!
Join Our Mailing List
Program announcements and updates
Don’t miss a single opportunity. Use the contact form to send us your mailing address and to sign up for region specific email announcements. While you are at it, let us know if you have immediate questions about living with Parkinson’s. We’ll be in touch!