Parkinson’s Foundation Georgia Chapter

08/25/2026

Have you registered for the Georgia Parkinson’s Symposium yet?

If you or someone you love is living with Parkinson’s, this is a great opportunity to learn from experts, connect with others, and discover resources and strategies to support life with Parkinson’s.

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
📍 Cu***ng, GA
✨ Free to attend — registration is required!

We’d love to see you there. Register for this in-person event now at Parkinson.org/GASymposium!

Join the Parkinson’s Foundation for the Georgia Chapter Parkinson’s Symposium. Hear about current and upcoming treatments, ongoing research and the resources available in your community and beyond to help you live your best life with Parkinson’s.

08/24/2026

For Medic Alert Awareness Month, we want to make sure you have the tools to stay safe while living with Parkinson’s disease. 🏥 In addition to a physical Medical ID in your wallet, did you know that you can set up a Medical ID on your smartphone?

We have instructions to help, and tips on what information to include, here: Parkinson.org/sites/default/files/documents/setting-up-medical-id-phone.pdf

08/19/2026

Every year, 1 in 6 people with Parkinson’s will experience avoidable complications in the hospital. One of the key ways to avoid complications is to avoid medications that can worsen Parkinson's symptoms.

Learn which medications should be avoided, which alternatives may be safer and what questions to ask your healthcare team: Parkinson.org/HospitalSafety

*This list may not include all contraindicated medications or safe alternatives. Medication decisions should be made with your healthcare team.*

08/15/2026

It’s National Relaxation Day! 🧘‍♀️ Have you explored our Mindfulness Monday series? Start each week with calmness as you take part in guided relaxation techniques to help boost brain power and reduce stress:

Access at-home resources year-round through weekly online events designed for you.

08/14/2026

⏰ Last Chance! ⏰

Don't miss your opportunity to earn a Moving Day keychain! 🔑 Register your Moving Day team by August 14 and we'll send you this exclusive thank-you gift for joining the movement to support people living with Parkinson's.

Every team helps bring hope, support, and vital resources to the Parkinson's community. Register before August 14 to claim your keychain and join us at Moving Day! 💙🚶

08/13/2026

🌟 Team PF Spotlight: Chas Harris! 🌟

We’re so proud to celebrate Team Parkinson’s Foundation runner Chas Harris, who was recently featured in Peachtree Magazine for her inspiring journey at the Peachtree Road Race!

Chas ran in memory of her grandfather, John Ballard, turning every mile into a meaningful tribute while raising an incredible $2,300 for the Parkinson’s Foundation! 🎉

Chas, thank you for running with purpose, sharing your story, and making a difference for the Parkinson’s community. We’re so grateful to have you as part of Team PF! 💙

Check out Chas’ feature in Peachtree Magazine on page 55:https://octanecdn.com/wingfootatlantatrackcluborg/atc_peachtree_2026_online_2.pdf

08/11/2026

🍪 Sweet news, Georgia! 🍪

We're thrilled to announce that Great American Cookies has partnered with the Parkinson's Foundation Georgia Chapter, generously donating $5,000 to support our mission!

This gift will help us provide vital resources, education, and support to people living with Parkinson's and their families right here in our community.

A huge thank you to Great American Cookies for their generosity and for standing with us in the fight against Parkinson's disease. Together, we're one step closer to a world without PD. 💛

08/10/2026

🎉 What a weekend for our Parkinson's Foundation Georgia Chapter Ambassadors! 🎉

This past Saturday, August 1, we hosted our very first Ambassador Retreat, and it was an incredible day! Attendees came together to learn more about the Foundation's mission, discover meaningful ways to get involved as ambassadors, connect with fellow advocates, and map out their own plans to help us deliver impact across Georgia.

One attendee summed it up perfectly: "The entire day was valuable, especially individual stories."

The celebration actually started the night before! On Friday, July 31, our ambassadors were invited to a Braves game in the Jim Beam Bourbon Deck, where they had the chance to connect with other members of the Georgia Chapter community in a fun, relaxed setting.

From the ballpark to the retreat, this weekend was all about building relationships, sharing knowledge, and strengthening our community as we work together toward a world without Parkinson's. 💛

Thank you to everyone who joined us and to our ambassadors for their continued dedication to our mission! Interested in helping the Parkinson's Foundation reach those who need help the most in Georgia? Become an ambassador today, submit a form here: http://www3.parkinson.org/site/Survey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=23194&_ga=2.118364172.443477972.1786128533-1104419124.1786128533

08/06/2026

Parkinson’s is the world’s fastest-growing neurodegenerative disease, with more than 1.1 million Americans living with PD and 90,000 new people diagnosed in the U.S. each year.

By working together on our policy priorities at the federal and state levels with policy makers and the PD community, we will improve the lives of people with Parkinson’s and their loved ones. Our aim is to make strides today to change the trajectory of Parkinson’s in the future.

Visit our Advocacy Center to get involved: Policy.Parkinson.org 🔗

08/03/2026

After a Parkinson’s diagnosis, you may decide to share the news with others. Sharing your diagnosis, especially for the first time, can be emotionally heavy. Thinking about what you want to say ahead of time can make it easier to start the conversation.

🩵 We’re here to help: Parkinson.org/living-with-parkinsons/new-to-parkinsons/talk-about-your-diagnosis

At some point, you may decide to share your diagnosis with others. You are in control of that decision — including whether to share, who to tell, when to tell them and how much information to provide.