$10 Registration Required, lunch included. Scholarships available and easy to attain- just call our office! 800-426-6806.
In this informative in-person discussion led by neurogenetics researcher Dr. Ignacio Mata,PhD, we will explore the latest updates about genetics and its relationship with Parkinson’s Disease. Dr. Mata will also share information about the impact research has on our understanding Parkinson’s, how it informs the efforts to develop new treatment options ,and why it is important to participate in research studies. Doors will open at 1:00 p.m. for this event.
Dr. Mata is currently Associate Staff at the Genomic Medicine Institute (GMI) at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation (CCF) and Assistant Professor of Molecular Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University (CCLCM-CWRU). Previously to his position at the GMI he was at the VA Puget Sound/UW for 12 years. He has worked in the field of Parkinson’s disease (PD) genetics for more than 20 years.
A significant focus of Dr. Mata’s research has been performing genetic studies in non-European populations, especially those with a minority ethnic background such as Latinos. For this Dr. Mata created and coordinates the Latin American Research consortium on the Genetics of PD (LARGE-PD), a collaboration of more than 40 institutions in 14 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, trying to identify the genetic risk factors associated to PD in these populations. His work has been internationally recognized and he leads the Underrepresented Populations Working group in the Aligning Science Across Parkinson’s Global Parkinson’s Genetics Program (ASAP-GP2), a world-wide initiative to further understand the genetic architecture of PD in all populations.
Free Event, Registration Required
Don’t miss the fun. This is an annual show benefiting Parkinson’s Resources. New larger venue so everyone can enjoy these talented musicians.
This is a ticketed event and all proceeds go directly to PRO and stay in our local communities to provide services at no cost to those affected by Parkinson’s
This is the special holiday edition of our monthly Sing-Along group. Join us for a fun and supportive hybrid in person and “virtual” song circle to practice projection, voice control and coordination through the joy of singing! Each session will start with a practice vocal warm-up and then sing your favorite songs with guitar accompaniment.
Wear your Holiday spirit (not required), see friendly faces, sing, laugh and enjoy holiday treats!
If you are joining us in-person, this event will be at our PRO office in Beaverton, 8880 SW Nimbus Ave.
Free Event, Registration Required
Join us in-person presentation with Libby Kennard, Program Lead with Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon.
Whether you were recently diagnosed, going through transitions as your symptoms change, or are a family member of someone with Parkinson’s disease, this lecture will help you piece together an understanding of this complex neurological condition. This is the first in a series of three programs in Newport that are part of our Rural Outreach Initiative.
Free Event, Registration Required
Join us in-person or online for a discussion with Megan Connolly, FNP with Providence Brain and Spine Institute. If you live in the Portland metro area, we strongly encourage you to attend in person!
Megan will help you learn about DBS for Parkinson’s Disease. She will explain when DBS is considered in your Parkinson’s journey, who is a suitable candidate for DBS, and how DBS can make a difference in treating Parkinson’s Disease. The Oregon Boston Scientific team will provide education on what makes Boston Scientific DBS unique and have DBS demonstration devices available for you to get a “hands on” look. The talk will be rounded out with a guest client who has had DBS. This individual will share their experience with DBS and be able to answer your questions from the perspective of person with Parkinson’s.
This is an independent event, unaffiliated with Parkinson’s Resources and is not an endorsement or recommendation by PRO of a specific therapy or treatment modality. Boston Scientific is a proud partner of Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon. This program is offered as a paid consideration.
Free Event, Registration Required
Come to this informative education event where Speech-language pathologist Wes Smith, MA CCC-SP will discuss how Parkinson’s disease can affect communication and swallowing, as well as share the proactive steps you can take to manage these issues and live well with Parkinson’s.
This in-person talk will be held on Tuesday, October 29th, at 3:00 p.m. at PRO’s main office in Beaverton
Registration is free, but required.