Auburn Opelika Parkinson's Disease Support Group

05/27/2026

Hi everyone! I am at the World Parkinson Congress this week in Phoenix! Presenting data on social connection and learning so much to bring back to you all! No email newsletter this week!

05/09/2026

Online women's support group!

Our new virtual APDA Women’s Support Group is launching this month! 💙 If you’re a woman living with Parkinson’s disease, you don’t have to navigate the journey alone. Join a warm, supportive space created just for women where you can connect with others who truly understand.

This free monthly group is a place to share experiences, explore ways to maintain quality of life, and build resilience and purpose — whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been living with PD for years.

🗓 Meets the 2nd Thursday of every month at 6 PM Eastern Time

To register, email facilitator Elizabeth Van Roten, MSW, LCSW at [email protected].

05/09/2026

“You don’t have to have it all figured out—you just have to keep adjusting.”

Parkinson’s is always changing. The way we respond can, too.

In this episode, "How Protein Affects Parkinson’s Meds and More" of The Parkinson’s Podcast, we explore how to:

• Stay engaged in what matters most
• Adapt as symptoms evolve
• Build resilience over time

Living well isn’t about getting it right—it’s about continuing forward.

🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast app—search The Parkinson’s Podcast.

Or watch here: https://bit.ly/4tK4XhY

05/04/2026

This program offers an introduction and basic overview of Parkinson’s disease (PD).

05/01/2026

Parkinson’s Awareness Month may be coming to a close, but support and connection continue year-round. 🌷

We’ve highlighted a few trusted resources and ways to stay connected for patients, caregivers and families. https://fixel.ufhealth.org/2026/04/30/parkinsons-awareness-month-may-be-ending-support-doesnt-stop-here/

05/01/2026

Good to see so many of you yesterday at the Opelika Library for the Moving Forward Symposium! Our next group meeting is Sunday, May 17 at First Methodist Church in Opelika. I will give a presentation on focused ultrasound. If you know anyone that has had this treatment, please ask them to reach out to me!

04/26/2026

Some of the most challenging aspects of Parkinson’s aren’t always visible.

Changes in mood, sleep, and cognition can have a major impact on daily life—but they’re often harder to understand and manage.

On May 8, join our Live Well Today webinar featuring Dr. Joanne Hamilton, a neuropsychologist, and Dr. Greg Pontone, a neuropsychiatrist.

Together, they’ll:
• Clarify the differences between their specialties
• Explain common non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s
• Share practical, actionable strategies you can use right away

This session is designed to help you better understand what’s happening—and feel more equipped to navigate it.

👉 Registration is open—save your spot today: https://bit.ly/4mMYK2b

04/26/2026

Movement is powerful. And for people living with Parkinson’s, the type of movement matters.

From cycling and strength training to yoga and vocal exercises, different forms of exercise can improve mobility, balance, voice, and everyday function.

Explore the benefits and find what works for you—because every kind of movement is a step toward living well today.💙

Content sourced from Chapter 9 of the 6th edition of the Every Victory Counts® Manual.

Order a copy of your own today: https://bit.ly/3OLGJEx