Parkinson’s & Your Family: The role of Genetics in the Disease (Beaverton)

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

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Pickleball for Parkinson’s People

On going Pickleball play for PD people who have completed initial instructional class. Session will include regular doubles games in a Round Robin format as well as some drills for advancing skills. Pickleball involves movement, balance, eye-hand coordination, reaction speed, memory as well as providing positive social interactions. Call RECS to register (503) 655-7529

Instructor: John McNeur – volunteer organizer

Membership fee based or $9 per session if not a RECS member

Intro to Pickleball for Parkinson’s People

This session covers basics in mechanics and shots necessary to enjoy playing Pickleball. Pickleball involves movement, balance, eye-hand coordination, reaction speed, memory as well as providing positive social interactions. Caregivers are welcome to join as well. Call RECS to register (503) 655-7529

Instructor: Steve Taranto

$20 per class

Sherwood General Interest Support Group

This group meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm at The Springs Living at Sherwood. The group is open to people with Parkinson’s, care partners, friends, and family. Before attending, please contact Dillon at 503.625.9481.

 

Benefit Bash for PRO with The Bitchins

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

  • Live music from The Bitchins
  • Full bar and light food available for purchase.
  • Tickets are $20 in advance or at the door

Purchase Tickets Here to Support PRO!

Parkinson’s Strength & Balance, Portland

This class is designed to help you improve quality of life and reduce fall risk by strengthening movements and skills that can decline due to Parkinson’s disease.  It will include whole body activation, strengthening & cardio exercise, flexibility & agility, balance & posture, fine motor skills & dual tasking exercises.  Participants can get up and down off the floor safely and be moving on their feet for an hour.

Instructor: Becky Dallum, [email protected], 541-760-5432

Fee to instructor

Dance for Everybody, Beaverton

Presented by Dance for PD® Oregon, Dance for Everybody empowers participants to explore movement and music in ways that are refreshing, enjoyable, stimulating and creative.  Classes start seated and dancers have the choice to stay seated or stand.  Dance for PD® is a program of Mark Morris Dance Group.  

Instructors: Diedre Jolley Smith and Joan Liberman

Sliding scale $10-15 donation suggested. No fee for caregivers.

Dance for PD®, Lake Oswego

Dance for PD® Oregon, empowers participants to explore movement and music in ways that are refreshing, enjoyable, stimulating and creative.  Classes start seated and dancers have the choice to stay seated or come to standing for the remainder of class.  Dance for PD® is a program of Mark Morris Dance Group.   

Instructors: Diedre Jolley Smith and Joan Liberman

Sliding scale $10-15 donation suggested. No fee for caregivers.

Dance for Everybody, Clackamas

Presented by Dance for PD® Oregon, Dance for Everybody empowers participants to explore movement and music in ways that are refreshing, enjoyable, stimulating and creative.  Classes start seated and dancers have the choice to stay seated or stand for the remainder of class.  Dance for PD® is a program of Mark Morris Dance Group.  

Instructors: Diedre Jolley Smith and Joan Liberman

Sliding scale $10-15 donation suggested. No fee for caregivers.