March 2019
WEBINAR: 10 Commandments of Caregiving
Presenter: Kim Hill Since 2000, Kim has been providing social work supports to families across the Waterloo Region. In 2018, Kim began a private practice to support individuals and caregivers who are managing a chronic health condition. Kim's practice provides support to families by assisting them in coordinating their care, navigating health care systems and providing advocacy to their care teams. The aim of this support is to improve health outcomes for both patients and their caregivers. Register
Find out more »April 2019
Living Well Conference: What’s in You PD Toolkit? (Cambridge)
The Living Well Conferences provide information, education and support to people living and working with Parkinson’s in Southwestern Ontario. Stephanie Boyd Director/Physiotherapist, Pathways Therapy Physio and Parkinson’s – What’s Involved? Carissa Heinbuck and Charlene Ewing Speech-Language Pathologists, Grand River Hospital, Freeport Campus Communication and Swallowing Impairment in Parkinson's: What Role do Speech Language Pathologists Play? Dr. Camila Aquino Neurologist The Role of a Neurologist in Parkinson's Disease Breakout Sessions: Dr. Jeff Holmes and Liliana Alvarez Exploring Unmet Caregiver Support Needs: A Participatory…
Find out more »Living Well Conference: What’s in Your PD Toolkit? (Walkerton)
The Living Well Conferences provide information, education and support to people living and working with Parkinson’s in Southwestern Ontario. Ruthanne Houston Speech-Language Pathologist How Does Parkinson's Affect Communication and Swallowing? Dr. Jill Plantz Chiropractor, Peak Performance Chiropractic Clinic The Role of Manual Therapy and Exercise for Parkinson's Disease Dr. Charles Dafe Neurologist, Grey Bruce Health Centre Roles and Responsibilities of a Neurologist in Parkinson's Breakout Sessions: Dr. Jeff Holmes and Liliana Alvarez Exploring Unmet Caregiver Support Needs: A Participatory Research Focus Group…
Find out more »Parkinson’s Medical Reception & AGM
Celebrate World Parkinson's Day by honouring our Medical Partners in the Southwestern Ontario Community Annual General Meeting (members are encouraged to attend) - 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Medical Reception (everyone is welcome) and 2019 Graduate Student Research Program announcement - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Wine & hors d'oeuvres will be served. Please RSVP by April 1, 2019 by contacting Shelley Rivard at 1-888-851-7376 or [email protected]
Find out more »Living Well Conference: What’s in Your PD Toolkit? (Stratford)
The Living Well Conferences provide information, education and support to people living and working with Parkinson’s in Southwestern Ontario. Stephanie Boyd Director/Physiotherapist, Pathways Therapy Physio and Parkinson's - What's Involved? Kerry King Speech-Language Pathologist, Connect Speech Language and Swallowing Services Louder, Clearer: Speech and Voice Changes in Parkinson's and How Speech-Language Pathologists Help Dr. Mary Jenkins Associate Professor of Neurology, Western University The Role of the Neurologist in Parkinson's Management - It Takes a Team Breakout Sessions: Dr. Jeff Holmes…
Find out more »WEBINAR: Getting the Most of Your Exercise Routine for Parkinson’s
Presenter: Dr. Jim Frank, Professor Emeritus of Kinesiology, University of Waterloo Register
Find out more »Living Well Conference: What’s in Your PD Toolkit? (Windsor)
The Living Well Conferences provide information, education and support to people living and working with Parkinson's in Southwestern Ontario. Lauren Fleming Registered Dietician Nutrition Considerations for Parkinson's Disease Melissa Vincent Speech-Language Pathologist, Bayshore Therapy & Rehab Parkinson's Disease: Swallowing and Voice Dr. Mike Winger Neurologist, Windsor Regional Hospital The Importance of a Neurologist Breakout Sessions: Dr. Jeff Holmes and Liliana Alvarez Exploring Unmet Caregiver Support Needs: A Participatory Research Focus Group for Caregivers (for Caregivers Only) This workshop is part…
Find out more »Hair Affair for Parkinson’s
A Hair Affair for Parkinson’s is the highlight of Parkinson’s Awareness Month, offering participants the opportunity to visit an elite salon, for a wash, cut and style at discounted price of only $45! All the funds raised at this event support people living with Parkinson’s in Southwestern Ontario and their families. Save the Date – April 28th, 2019 $45 for a wash, cut and style at a participating elite salon! Booking for appointments will open February 2019 A Hair Affair…
Find out more »May 2019
10th Annual Parkinson Golf Classic Presented by Rembrandt Homes
The annual Parkinson Golf Classic Presented by Rembrandt Homes is a wonderful day of golf in support of Parkinson's. The day includes an 18-hole scramble on one of London's finest courses, a lunch, a buffet dinner and a silent auction. $200 per golfer or $800 per foursome Register Today! For more information, to register or to sponsor, contact Julia Nagel at 519-652-9437 or [email protected]
Find out more »June 2019
Signatures in Partnership with Finch Auto Group
Signatures - A taste test of London’s best Participants will enjoy a lunchtime taste testing of some of London's best restaurants' Signature dishes! Members of the London business and residential sectors tantalized their taste buds with free samples from some of the most well-known and up and coming names in the London food scene. Save the Date: June 3, 2019 2018 Participating Restaurants and Caterers were: Bourbon Street Cajun / Creole Kitchen Burrito Boyz Casa Blanca Restaurant Che Restobar CHOP…
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