Brian Grant Foundation

10/17/2026

You are invited to make writing part of your journey! In these one-hour sessions you will have an opportunity to start or continue a writing practice, add writing to your toolbox, and keep your creativity muscles conditioned. In each session, a unique prompt or question will be offered to spark creativity and then you’ll have some writing time in the company of others via Zoom.

Each stand-alone class every third Wednesday each month from 1-2 pm PT/4-5pm ET.

Click below to register.

Keep your creativity muscles conditioned by journaling with others

10/14/2026

Exercise is one of the most potent treatments for Parkinson’s disease, but did you know this treatment has a dose?

On October 8, Dr. Daniel Corcos explained the importance of exercise intensity. How often and how hard you work out are vital to how effective your exercise is.

Thank you to Dr. Corcos for sharing his expertise, CND Life Sciences for sponsoring the evening, and everyone who joined us. We love getting this community together!

Curious about the science behind the sweat? Watch Dr. Corcos’ BGF webcast, “SPARX Clinical Trials—Reshaping Exercise and PD”

https://briangrant.org/sparx-clinical-trials-exercise/

10/13/2026

Please join us on Friday, October 16, 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET for a chat with occupational therapist Jen Pidkowicz for practical advice on creating a safer, more supportive home environment while living with Parkinson’s. We’ll discuss simple modifications that can help prevent falls, improve mobility, conserve energy, and make daily tasks easier.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fGa8uitXS4uS_5IozEY9Bg #/registration

10/12/2026

Join us TOMORROW and every Tuesday from 11:30am-12:30pm PT/2:30-3:30pm ET for an hour of mindfulness with other people living with Parkinson's and care partners! Click to register.

Kimberly Carson, MPH, C-IAYT, E-RYT guides participants in mindfulness meditation, breathing practices, movement and discussion.

10/07/2026

Friendsgiving just got a little more spirited. From October 1 through November 26, stop by Pacific Standard for a Strawberry Mule and raise a glass for a good cause!

100% of proceeds from every $12 cocktail will benefit the Brian Grant Foundation and our mission to empower people with Parkinson’s to live active, fulfilling lives.

Good friends. Good drinks. Great cause. We’ll cheers to that! 🥂

10/06/2026

Does someone in your family live with Parkinson’s disease? Stop by our booth at the Beaverton Family Resource Fair this Saturday, October 10. We'll share our foundation's mission along with a wealth of resources on how to navigate the challenges of living with PD.

Whether you’re looking for yourself, a parent, a partner, or a friend, we can help you find a place to start!

Information about the Family Resource Fair at the Beaverton City Library

10/05/2026

TONIGHT - 6:30pm - 8:30pm PT, YOPDX meet-up group for people living with Young Onset Parkinson's Disease in the Portland-area. McMenamin's Broadway, 1504 NE Broadway. Click below for info and registration.

Join us for YOPDX to meet, chat, and hang out with others in the Young Onset Parkinson's Disease community in the Portland Metro area.

10/01/2026

We all know that exercise is one of the most impactful ways to manage Parkinson’s symptoms and progression, and we all can use more inspiration to get out there and do it! Join us for a special evening with Dr. Daniel Corcos on Thursday, October 8, for an engaging conversation about the role of exercise in living well with PD.

Doors at 6 PM, with beverages and desserts served. The program runs from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, with time to mingle before departing at 8 PM.

We would love to see you there!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-impact-of-exercise-on-parkinsons-disease-tickets-1999726160778?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/24/2026

The Brian Grant Foundation is hiring a program manager. Know someone skilled at building community and thinking strategically? Maybe this person understands what it’s like to be impacted by Parkinson’s Disease or another life-altering diagnosis. We’re looking for an organized, tech-savvy collaborator to bring our wellness and community programs to life online and in person.

This full-time position offers a competitive salary with great benefits and a flexible hybrid schedule based in Portland, OR.

Click the link to learn more and apply by Thursday, October 8.

https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=18237f2fa3b57a78&from=shareddesktop_copy