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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Weekly Online Drop-In Class
DESCRIPTION:Breath by Breath is a weekly online drop-in mindfulness class for one hour every Tuesday\, 11:30-12:30pm PT/2:30-3:30pm ET.  \n\n\n\nEach class is free and supports people living with Parkinson’s\, care partners and other family members to improve their well-being and reduce stress. Please register through Eventbrite to attend the classes. An email from Eventbrite with the Zoom meeting details will be sent directly to attendees after registration is complete. Please scroll to the bottom of the Eventbrite email to locate the Zoom details.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/breath-by-breath-mindfulness-drop-in-class-7/2025-01-07/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250108T120000
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SUMMARY:Dance and Parkinson's Disease
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE FOR the january Wellness Webcast: dance and parkinson’s\n\n\n\nDance has been shown to benefit people with Parkinson’s physically\, cognitively and socially. It can increase the sense of enjoyment and provide opportunities for social interaction. Please join us on Wednesday\, January 8\, 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET as David Leventhal\, the director and founding teacher of Dance for PD\, guides us through the research backed benefits of dance. Remember to put your dancing shoes on as we will also learn a few new moves. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio:David Leventhal is a founding teacher and Program Director for Dance for PD®\, a program of the Mark Morris Dance Group that has now been used as a model for classes in more than 300 communities in 25 countries. Leventhal\, who performed with the Mark Morris Dance Group from 1997-2011\, leads classes for people with Parkinson’s disease and trains other teachers in the Dance for PD® approach around the world.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/dance-and-parkinsons-disease/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250113T183000
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SUMMARY:YOPDX – Social Get Together for People with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease
DESCRIPTION:If you live in the Portland Metro area\, join us for YOPDX\, a fun social get-together for YOPDers who face the unique challenge of managing Parkinson’s while also managing adult life like work\, raising kids\, caring for parents\, and dating or relationships. We meet the second Monday of every month at Steeplejack Brewing Company. Questions? Contact Community Liaison Amy Lavallee at info@briangrant.org.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/yopdx-social-get-together-for-people-with-young-onset-parkinsons-disease/2025-01-13/
LOCATION:Steeplejack Brewing\, 2400 NE Broadway\, Portland\, OR\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250115T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250115T180000
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SUMMARY:Journaling Together
DESCRIPTION:Register here for this class held on every third wednesday of the month\, 5-6 pm PT/8-9 pm ET.\nYou are invited to make writing part of your month! In these one-hour sessions you will have an opportunity to start or continue a writing practice\, add writing to your human-ing tool box\, 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. Participants are welcome to share some of the day’s writing and discuss what they discovered during the exercise\, though sharing work is not required. Each session stands alone\, so feel free to drop in and see what comes up when you take the expectations out of creative expression. Let’s have fun and do it together! \nPeople with Parkinson’s and Care Partners are welcome.  \nAbout the InstructorRebecca Gifford is a writer\, writing coach and workshop facilitator who loves helping people make writing a meaningful part of their life and growth. She’s been writing professionally for 25 years as a marketing content developer\, blogger\, freelance journalist\, and author of her memoir Cancer Happens: Coming of Age with Cancer. She facilitates her online workshops throughout North America and beyond\, including as an instructor at the BC Brain Wellness Program and as a faculty member for the Parkinson’s Pride Initiative at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston. Rebecca is an active member of the Parkinson’s community; her husband was diagnosed with YOPD in 2017. Together they host the award-winning podcast When Life Gives You Parkinson’s. She is a Parkinson’s and care partner advocate and proud PD Avenger. \nQuestions? Email us at info@briangrant.org.      Register here
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/journaling-together-2/2025-01-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250127T183000
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SUMMARY:PDX Care Partners Group - A Parkinson's Care Partner Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Do you have someone in your life with Parkinson’s disease? We’re here to support you so you can support them. Whether you are a spouse\, sibling\, or friend\, join the PDX Care Partners Group on the 4th Monday of each month\, 6:30 PM-8:30 PM\, Steeplejack Brewing Company (South Hall)\, 2400 NE Broadway\, Portland\, Oregon. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Community Liaison Amy Lavallee at info@briangrant.org. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/pdx-care-partners-group-a-parkinsons-care-partner-meet-up-3/2025-01-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250128T120000
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SUMMARY:When Medications Wear Off: Recognizing "Off" Times
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE FOR the Parkinson’s Spotlight webinar – when medications wear off: recognizing “off” times\n\n\n\n“Off” time – when Parkinson’s medications are wearing off between doses – can cause your motor and nonmotor symptoms to fluctuate throughout the day. In this Parkinson’s Spotlight Webinar\, Sucheta Beheray\, RPh\, PhD will provide an overview of “off” time and discuss ways to recognize if you’re experiencing fluctuations in your symptoms. Join us on Tuesday\, January 28\, 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio: \n\n\n\nSucheta Beheray holds a PhD in pharmacology based in Seattle and serves as a Neuroscience Senior Medical Science Liaison with AbbVie\, Pacific Northwest. While supporting a Parkinson’s portfolio\, she works with advocacy groups and supports Parkinson’s education with AbbVie.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/depression-anxiety-apathy-difference-copy/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250212T130000
DTSTAMP:20250213T013307Z
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SUMMARY:The ABC’s of Rx’s - Let’s talk about Medications
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE FOR the february Wellness Webcast: The ABC’s of Rx’s\n\n\n\nHow do you manage your medications? Do you know what a dopamine agonist is? Do you know how to travel with your medication? On Wednesday\, February 12\, 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET we are going to start at the beginning and talk about the basics of medications and Parkinson’s with Shannon Anderson\, M.P.A.S.\, PA-C\, Oregon Health Sciences University. Get your pill boxes ready… \n\n\n\nPresenter bio: \n\n\n\nShannon Anderson\, M.P.A.S.\, PA-C is an Associate Professor of Neurology\, School of Medicine and Physician Assistant in the Parkinson Center of Oregon primarily seeing movement disorder patients. She is also a part time faculty member at the OHSU Physician Assistant school. Her interests include Neurology\, Movement Disorders\, PA education\, and Telemedicine.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/lets-talk-about-medications/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250218T090000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Course - Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Stress is common in Parkinson’s. If you’re experiencing stress\, you may benefit from our Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course. This course is based on the national model developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn\, Ph.D.\, at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center. Decades of published research shows that those who complete the course report reductions in pain\, fatigue\, anxiety and sleep disturbance and an overall increase in quality of life. \nRegister here for this 8-week MBSR course will meet online for two hours every Tuesday from 9:00am-11:00am PT / 12:00pm-2:00pm ET starting February 18 through April 15 (No class on April 8\, 2025). Classes include meditation instruction and practice\, group discussions and educational presentations on the relationships between mindfulness\, stress\, and wellness. Classes may include very gentle yoga postures. Participants will receive course materials via email to the email address provided at registration. \nThe cost to cover the fee for the course instructor is $160/person. However subsidized tuition is available in the ticket options. Please pay what you can to help us provide this course at an affordable rate to everyone in our community. If you are unable to pay a subsidized tuition amount\, please email us at info@briangrant.org for scholarship opportunities. \nThe course will be taught by Kimberly Carson\, MPH\, C-IAYT\, E-RYT. Learn more about Kimberly at mindfulyogaworks.com. \nThe hope is that participants can complete the MBSR course at a point in their life where they are supported and able to gain full benefit from the mindfulness practices. There are some conditions that participants are encouraged to be under the care of a mental health professional and potentially delay entering an MBSR program. If you are currently in therapy\, we do recommend that you speak to your therapist about your intention to participate in an 8-week course. \nQuestions? Email us at info@briangrant.org.      Register here
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/mindfulness-based-stress-reduction-course-2-copy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250220T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250220T203000
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SUMMARY:Parkinson’s Advocate Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for happy hour and meet and mingle with Parkinson’s advocates in our local community!\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about efforts to improve the lives of people with Parkinson’s and tell us about your priorities for Oregonians. We’ll also discuss ways to get involved in 2025! \n\n\n\nThursday\, February 20\, 20255:30-8:30pm  Brix Tavern Tualatin8187 SW Tualatin-Sherwood RdTualatin\, Oregon 97062 \n\n\n\nIn 2024\, the Parkinson’s community succeeded in passing the National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act\, now known as the National Parkinson’s Project. The passage of this historic act shows that we can accomplish big wins when we work together. Join us for happy hour and keep the momentum going!  \n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be provided.  \n\n\n\nThe Brian Grant Foundation is a proud member of the Unified Parkinson’s Advocacy Council (UPAC)\, created by The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) and comprising representatives from local\, state\, regional and national Parkinson’s organizations. UPAC members gather information on the priorities of people with Parkinson’s and their families\, helping to ensure the needs of the broader Parkinson’s community are represented in our collective public policy efforts. Learn more about UPAC on the MJFF website.  
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/parkinsons-advocate-happy-hour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250226T120000
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SUMMARY:Managing Parkinson’s: Track Symptoms & Optimize Care with StrivePD
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE FOR the parkinson’s spotlight webinar: track symptoms & optimize care with strive pd\n\n\n\nTracking your Parkinson’s symptoms can help you manage your condition and improve communications with your doctor. On Wednesday\, February 26\, 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET Amanda Hare\, DNP\, and Brianna Hood\, PT\, will discuss the features of StrivePD\, a free app that enables you to manually log symptoms\, track what makes you feel better or worse\, set medication reminders\, learn from patterns in your activity and share your reports with your care team. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio: \n\n\n\nAmanda Hare\, DNPTitle: Lead Medical Science Liaison\, Doctor of Nursing PracticeAmanda Hare is a Doctor of Nursing Practice who started her career as a bedside nurse in the Neuroscience Intensive Care unit after receiving her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of South Carolina. She spent over 8 years as a bedside nurse in the Neuro ICU taking care of critically ill patients who were suffering strokes both ischemic and hemorrhagic as well as spinal cord injuries and brain tumors. She then decided to advance her career since finding her passion in caring for those with neurological conditions. She graduated from The Medical University of South Carolina\, receiving her Doctor of Nursing Practice and going on to care for Parkinson’s patients and other movement disorder related conditions at an academic Center of Excellence. She currently is the Medical Science Liaison for Rune Labs and practices general neurology at a private practice on a part-time basis in Charleston South Carolina where she lives with her husband and 2 children. Amanda is on the executive committee of the Association of Movement Disorders Advanced Practice Providers (AMDAPP) and recently received her Certification in Movement Related Disorders (CMRD). \n\n\n\nBrianna Hood\, PT\, DPT\, CSCSTitle: Clinical Specialist\, Doctor of Physical TherapyBrianna began her Physical Therapy training at the University of Delaware\, where she completed her Bachelor in Science in Exercise Science and Kinesiology.  She continued on to pursue her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) at Rutgers University.  There her passion for neurologic conditions grew\, specifically her love for working with those diagnosed with Parkinson’s.  Brianna has clinical experience treating Parkinson’s in a variety of settings including acute rehab\, home health\, skilled nursing facilities\, and outpatient clinics.  She is both LSVT-BIG certified and a Rock Steady Boxing Coach.  She joined Rune Labs in 2022 as a member of the StrivePD Clinical Specialist team. Day-to-day\, she works closely with clinicians using StrivePD\, providing support and educational resources.  She also uses her clinical knowledge to assist with updates to the StrivePD product\, specifically around mobility metrics and exercise activity logging.  She is excited to contribute to data-driven efforts of improving patient care and supporting the next generation of Parkinson’s care.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/optimize-care-with-strivepd/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250227T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250227T170000
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SUMMARY:Craft and Chat
DESCRIPTION:Register here for this class held on every Fourth thursday of the month\, 4-5 pm PT/7-8 pm ET.\nArt has been shown to benefit Parkinson’s on a physical\, emotional\, social\, and cognitive level. \nYou are invited to a social hour of crafting and chatting! In this one-hour session you will have an opportunity to get your creative juices flowing while socializing with others in a relaxing low-pressure Zoom environment. This is an opportunity to pick up a craft you have been wanting to do or keep putting off and visit with other people with Parkinson’s. You can share stories\, ideas\, and ask questions all while working on your individual crafts. \nThe craft is the attendee’s preference. Crafts can be anything from collage\, cutting magazines\, drawing\, knitting\, painting\, clay\, coloring\, etc. \nEach session stands alone\, so feel free to register\, drop in\, and see what we’re up to. There are no expectations\, just a supportive community. So\, grab your crayons and allow yourself to explore new friendships.  \nQuestions? Email us at info@briangrant.org.      Register here
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/craft-and-chat-for-parkinsons/2025-02-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250312T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250312T130000
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SUMMARY:Depression\, Anxiety\, and Apathy - What’s the Difference?
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the March Wellness Webcast: Depression\, Anxiety\, and Apathy – What’s the Difference? \n\n\n\nMost people with Parkinson’s have experienced at least one of these. Did you know that they are distinct mood states? On Wednesday\, March 12\, 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET we will talk with Dr. Michelle Dagostine about these three symptoms and how we can manage them. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio: \n\n\n\nDr. Michelle Lavallee Dagostine is a movement disorder specialist with Hartford HealthCare Medical Group and is part of the Chase Family Movement Disorder Center. Dr. Lavallee Dagostine was the associate director of clinical research at the Institute for Neurodegenerative Disorders for several years prior to joining Hartford HealthCare in her current role. She sits on the board of the American Parkinson’s Disease Association\, CT chapter\, and is passionate about caring for\, and educating\, her patients and their families.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/depression-anxiety-apathy-difference/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250403T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250403T130000
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SUMMARY:Reducing "Off" Time: A New Treatment for Parkinson’s
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the April Parkinson’s Spotlight Webinar – Reducing “Off” Time: A New Treatment for Parkinson’s \n\n\n\nJoin us on Thursday\, April 3\, 2025 for our April Parkinson’s Spotlight Webinar\, Reducing “Off” Time: A New Treatment for Parkinson’s. Michael Vitti at AbbVie will share information about a new treatment option that can deliver 24 hours of continuous levodopa-based therapy to improve motor fluctuations. Join us to learn more\, hear from a patient about their experience and ask Michael your questions. This informational event is open to people with Parkinson’s and their care partners. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio: \n\n\n\nMichael Vitti is an account executive with AbbVie\, covering Oregon\, Alaska\, and Utah. Michael has over eight years of experience working with AbbVie in the Parkinson’s community.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/reducing-off-time-for-parkinsons/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250409T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250409T130000
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SUMMARY:Meal Planning for PD - Together!
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the April Wellness Webcast: Meal Planning for PD – Together! \n\n\n\nIt can be a challenge for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners to develop a meal plan. With complications like medication schedules\, dysphagia\, and other PD symptoms\, maintaining a healthy diet is overwhelming. On Wednesday\, April 9\, 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET\, Kelly Morrow\, MS\, RDN\, FAND presents on how to plan and create healthy meals that are delicious and nutritious. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio: \n\n\n\nKelly Morrow\, MS\, RDN\, FAND is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She is an Affiliate Instructor at the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Washington and Affiliate Associate Professor at Bastyr University where she specializes in integrative and functional nutrition. \n\n\n\nKelly is an integrative dietitian who uses data including continuous glucose monitoring\, in-depth diet tracking\, biometrics\, and functional nutrition labs to help clients solve complex health challenges while reducing trial and error frustration.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/meal-planning-for-pd/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250425T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250425T220000
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SUMMARY:Shake It 'Til We Make It
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 15th anniversary celebration with auctions\, fine dining\, and entertainment to benefit the Brian Grant Foundation.  \n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: Friday\, April 25\, 2025 Time: 6 – 10 pmLocation: Castaway Portland\, 1900 NW 18th AvenueInformation: https://briangrantfdn.ejoinme.org/gala
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/shake-it-til-we-make-it/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T110000
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SUMMARY:Tai Chi for PD Class
DESCRIPTION:Register here for this class held on every thursday for 6 weeks\, 10-11 am PT/1-2 pm ET.\nReduce fall risk and improve balance with Tai Chi! \nJoin us for beginning Tai Chi\, one hour each week at 10am PT/1pm ET on Thursdays\, from May 1 through June 5. For this short series\, you can attend one or all six classes depending on your schedule! \nEach class is highly adaptable to a variety of abilities and instructed by our experienced teacher – internationally recognized PD exercise expert\, champion martial artist\, and licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy – Dr. Michael Braitsch PT\, DPT. \nTai Chi is an internal Chinese martial art. Focused on slow and meditative forms\, Tai Chi is known to help people improve their balance and posture along with many other healthful benefits.  \nQuestions? Email us at info@briangrant.org.      Register here
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/tai-chi-for-pd-class/2025-05-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250514T130000
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SUMMARY:Hearing Loss and Parkinson's
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the May Wellness Webcast: Hearing Loss and Parkinson’s \n\n\n\nDrs. Neilson and Reavis recently published in JAMA Neurology examining whether hearing loss could be a potential risk factor for Parkinson’s disease. Join us on Wednesday\, May 14\, 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET for a presentation on their findings and a discussion about hearing and Parkinson’s. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio: \n\n\n\nPresenter bios:Dr. Lee Neilson is a neurologist specializing in movement disorders (with an emphasis on Parkinson disease) at the Portland VA Parkinson Disease Research\, Education\, and Clinical Center and Oregon Health &Science University Parkinson Center of Excellence. His research focuses on understanding the mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative disease\, develop biomarkers for disease activity and progression\, and apply these in studies of disease-modifying therapeutics. As well as exploring the risk factors of PD\, with a current focus on chronic pain\, PTSD\, TBI\, and other military exposures. \n\n\n\nDr. Kelly Reavis has a faculty appointment in the OHSU-PSU School of Public Health in the Epidemiology programs. As a clinician scientist\, she is passionate about incorporating public health principles and epidemiologic methods into the field of auditory health and other health sciences. Her research aims to fill gaps in our foundational understanding of the burden of hearing loss and epidemiologic associations between military exposures and hearing both during and after service\, and mechanisms that can explain these effects.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/hearing-loss-and-parkinsons/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250611T130000
DTSTAMP:20250327T214421Z
CREATED:20250324T173857Z
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SUMMARY:How Does Art Benefit People with Parkinson’s?
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the June Wellness Webcast: How Does Art Benefit People with Parkinson’s? \n\n\n\nIt’s known that art therapy can improve one’s mood by creating a sense of community and aid in communication and self-expression. Join us on Wednesday\, June 11\, 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET with Art Therapist\, Marygrace Berberian\, LCSW. Research is showing that art therapy can do more to benefit Parkinson’s disease by improving overall visual-cognitive skills\, visual exploration strategies\, and general motor functions. \n\n\n\nPresenter bios:Marygrace Berberian\, a licensed and registered Art Therapist and licensed clinical social worker\, is the Director of the Graduate Art Therapy Program. She has been actively involved in the Graduate Art Therapy Program as a Faculty Member\, Internship Coordinator and Program Coordinator for over 20 years. Marygrace has more recently focused on the rehabilitative benefits of community-based art therapy for adults struggling with degenerative diseases and was awarded the Rawley Silver Research Award by the American Art Therapy Association.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/art-benefits-parkinsons/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250709T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250709T130000
DTSTAMP:20250327T214844Z
CREATED:20250324T171905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T214844Z
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SUMMARY:Palliative Care is for all People with Parkinson’s
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the July Wellness Webcast: Palliative Care is for all People with Parkinson’s \n\n\n\nPalliative care is often thought to be for end of life. It is actually care that focuses on enhancing the quality of life for those with incurable illnesses and their families. Management of non-motor symptoms\, care-giver support\, and advanced care planning are just a few of the levels of support needed for all people living with Parkinson’s. Join us on Wednesday\, July 9\, 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET when Dr. Benzi Kluger walks us through how Palliative care can help us all. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio:Benzi M. Kluger\, MD\, MS\, Founding Director of the Palliative Care Research Center and Neuropalliative Care Division at the University of Rochester Medical Center who has conducted multiple studies on palliative care and has seen its benefits first-hand among patients and their families.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/palliative-care-and-parkinsons/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T200000
DTSTAMP:20250612T173002Z
CREATED:20250516T162424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T173002Z
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SUMMARY:2025 BGF Mix & Mingle Social
DESCRIPTION:Come meet the BGF staff and others in the Portland Parkinson’s Community!Come meet the BGF staff and others in the Parkinson’s community in Portland\, open house style! Join us when you can. Stay for as little or as long as you like from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. We will have food and beverages\, including a lemonade stand compliments of Shake Shack in Bridgeport Village\, and a few games to play. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you. Be social with us!
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/bgf-mix-and-mingle-social-copy/
LOCATION:Pivot Group\, 7405 SW Tech Center Dr #140\, Portland\, OR\, 97223\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250806T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250806T130000
DTSTAMP:20250701T163916Z
CREATED:20250701T163241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T163916Z
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SUMMARY:Next Is Now: Innovating Parkinson's Treatment
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the August Parkinson’s Spotlight Webinar – Next Is Now: Innovating Parkinson’s Treatment \n\n\n\nJoin us on August 6\, 2025\, from 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET to learn from featured speaker Yasar Torres-Yaghi\, MD\, about an innovative extended-release therapy designed to increase “Good On” time for people with Parkinson’s disease. This educational webinar is provided in partnership with Amneal. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio: \n\n\n\nDr. Torres-Yaghi is is an Assistant Professor of Neurology and Director of the Parkinsonism and Dementia Clinic at Georgetown University School of Medicine. He is also an attending neurologist specializing in movement disorders at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and serves as Chief Medical Officer at MindSquare Health in Bethesda\, Maryland. He actively researches neurorestoration in movement disorders and dementia\, and in 2020\, he received the New Investigator Award from the MedStar Research Institute.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/reducing-off-time-for-parkinsons-copy/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250813T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250813T130000
DTSTAMP:20250701T163145Z
CREATED:20250324T163240Z
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SUMMARY:Sleep\, Parkinson's\, and RBD
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the August Wellness Webcast: Sleep\, Parkinson’s\, and RBD \n\n\n\nGetting a good night’s sleep is not an easy task when you have Parkinson’s. Why do we struggle with sleep\, what is REM Behavior Disorder\, and how do we navigate these challenges? Dr. Amy Amara Professor of Neurology and Movement Disorders at the University of Colorado School of Medicine will be joining us to discuss this very important topic of Sleep and Parkinson’s.. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio:Amy Amara\, MD\, PhD\, Professor of Neurology and Movement Disorders Section Head at the University of Colorado School of Medicine\, She has a broad range of clinical interests within Movement Disorders and Sleep Medicine\, including non-pharmacological interventions such as exercise for sleep disorders and cognitive dysfunction in patients with Parkinson’s disease.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/relationship-sleep-parkinsons/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T130000
DTSTAMP:20250708T212935Z
CREATED:20250708T211944Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful Movement for Parkinson's
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the September Wellness Webcast: Mindful Movement for Parkinson’s \n\n\n\nBasic daily activities are affected by Parkinson’s. Practicing movement sequences can strengthen the skills required to complete these activities. Mindful Movement teaches people with Parkinson’s adapted yoga movements by uniting thought with action. Please join us on Wednesday\, September 10\, 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET to learn about the benefits of Mindful Movement and follow a live demonstration. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio:Char Grossman MA\, ED.S.\, C-IAYT is a nationally certified psychologist and formally trained certified yoga therapist.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/mindful-movement-parkinsons/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250916T110000
DTSTAMP:20250724T025441Z
CREATED:20250625T180517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T025441Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Course - Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:Stress is common in Parkinson’s. If you’re experiencing stress\, you may benefit from our Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course. This course is based on the national model developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn\, Ph.D.\, at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center. Decades of published research shows that those who complete the course report reductions in pain\, fatigue\, anxiety and sleep disturbance and an overall increase in quality of life. \nRegister here for this 8-week MBSR course will meet online for two hours every Tuesday from 9:00am-11:00am PT / 12:00pm-2:00pm ET starting September 16 through November 11 (No class on September 30\, 2025). Classes include meditation instruction and practice\, group discussions and educational presentations on the relationships between mindfulness\, stress\, and wellness. Classes may include very gentle yoga postures. Participants will receive course materials via email to the email address provided at registration. \nThe cost to cover the fee for the course instructor is $160/person. However subsidized tuition is available in the ticket options. Please pay what you can to help us provide this course at an affordable rate to everyone in our community. If you are unable to pay a subsidized tuition amount\, please email us at info@briangrant.org for scholarship opportunities. \nThe course will be taught by Kimberly Carson\, MPH\, C-IAYT\, E-RYT. Learn more about Kimberly at mindfulyogaworks.com. \nThe hope is that participants can complete the MBSR course at a point in their life where they are supported and able to gain full benefit from the mindfulness practices. There are some conditions that participants are encouraged to be under the care of a mental health professional and potentially delay entering an MBSR program. If you are currently in therapy\, we do recommend that you speak to your therapist about your intention to participate in an 8-week course. \nQuestions? Email us at info@briangrant.org.      Register here
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/mindfulness-based-stress-reduction-course-fall-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251023T200000
DTSTAMP:20250605T212245Z
CREATED:20250605T212244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T212245Z
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SUMMARY:The Parkinson's Plan Book Listening Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special evening with Dr. Ray Dorsey to discuss “The Parkinson’s Plan” followed by a reception and book signing.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/the-parkinsons-plan-book-listening-event/
LOCATION:The Foundry at Oswego Pointe\, 320 Oswego Pointe Drive\, Lake Oswego\, Oregon\, 97034
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T130000
DTSTAMP:20251103T202052Z
CREATED:20251013T204720Z
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SUMMARY:Innovations in Parkinson's Diagnosis
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the November Parkinson’s Spotlight Webinar – Innovations in Parkinson’s Diagnosis \n\n\n\nJoin us on November 5\, 2025\, from 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET to learn from Todd D. Levine\, MD\, Chief Medical Officer and Co-Founder of CND Life Sciences who will discuss the Syn-One Test®\, a groundbreaking diagnostic tool that uses skin biopsies to detect abnormal alpha-synuclein\, the protein linked to Parkinson’s disease and related conditions. Dr. Levine will also share insights on what’s on the horizon for future diagnostic developments and what this could mean for earlier detection\, more accurate diagnoses\, and improved care for people living with Parkinson’s.. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio: \n\n\n\nDr. Todd Levine is one of the three founders of CND Life Sciences and serves as its Chief Medical Officer\, playing a key role in the delivery of diagnostic services and ongoing technology development. Dr. Levine also serves as the Director of Neuroscience Research at HonorHealth Research Institute and has over 25 years of experience as a clinical neurologist with a sub-specialty in disorders of the peripheral nervous system. In 2010\, he founded his first medical diagnostics company called Corinthian Reference Lab (CRL). Based in Fort Worth\, Texas\, CRL has processed over 50\,000 skin biopsies\, receiving specimens from over 4\,000 different neurologists across the US and Canada. He received his medical degree from Duke University and did his residency and fellowship at Washington University in St Louis. He has served as the Chairman of the Neuromuscular Division of the American Academy of Neurology and has served as the Medical Director of Neurology for HonorHealth in Phoenix\, Arizona.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/innovations-in-parkinsons/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T130000
DTSTAMP:20251103T201849Z
CREATED:20251013T202408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T201849Z
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SUMMARY:Cognition and Parkinson's Disease 
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the November Wellness Webcast: Cognition and Parkinson’s \n\n\n\nCognitive impairment can affect people with Parkinson’s. The changes in the brain that lead to motor symptoms can also result in slowness in memory and thinking. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio:Erin Foster is an Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy\, Neurology\, and Psychiatry at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis\, MO\, and a rehabilitation researcher with special expertise in daily function\, activity performance\, and community participation among people with Parkinson disease (PD). Dr. Foster received her clinical Doctorate in Occupational Therapy\, PhD in Rehabilitation Science\, and completed postdoctoral training in clinical investigation and cognitive science at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Foster directs the Cognitive and Occupational Performance Laboratory\, which generates knowledge to guide the development of more effective and comprehensive rehabilitation programs for people with neurological disorders and cognitive dysfunction.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/cognition-parkinsons/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T130000
DTSTAMP:20251103T202135Z
CREATED:20251013T203714Z
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SUMMARY:Parkinson's Disease and Pain
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the December Wellness Webcast: Parkinson’s Disease and Pain \n\n\n\nPain is a common under-recognized non-motor symptom of PD. While pain can occur at any stage in PD\, in early PD it may be the most bothersome non-motor symptom. This symptom can be very disruptive to daily life. Dr. Jori Fleisher is a movement disorders neurologist and will join us to discuss the role pain plays in PD\, the different types of pain\, and the approaches to managing it. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio:Jori Fleisher\, MD MSCE FAAN is a movement disorders neurologist and Associate Professor of Neurological Sciences at Rush University Medical Center. She co-directs the Rush Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence and leads the Rush Advanced Interdisciplinary Movement Disorders Supportive Care (AIMS) Clinic\, CurePSP Center of Care\, and Lewy Body Dementia Association Research Center of Excellence. Dr. Fleisher completed her neurology\, global health equities\, movement disorders\, and epidemiology training at the University of Pennsylvania. She has additional training in palliative care\, health services and implementation research\, and advocacy leadership. Supported by the NIH\, foundations\, and philanthropy\, Dr. Fleisher’s own research focuses on designing and implementing novel models of care and support for people living with neurodegenerative disorders\, including interdisciplinary care\, home visits\, telemedicine\, and peer mentoring. She serves as a co-investigator on several national NIH-funded studies in Parkinson’s and Dementia with Lewy Bodies\, and improving emergency department care and transitions for people living with dementia. She is dedicated to\, and has been recognized\, for her advocacy\, mentoring\, and outreach.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/parkinsons-disease-and-pain/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T130000
DTSTAMP:20251117T231012Z
CREATED:20251117T230105Z
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SUMMARY:The PRO-21 Diet for Parkinson's
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the January Wellness Webcast: The PRO-21 Diet for Parkinson’s \n\n\n\nThe PRO-21 diet was built by experts specifically for people with Parkinson’s. Join us to learn more from one of the study’s researchers\, Laurie Mischley\, ND PhD MPH. She’ll share how to implement these findings in your life\, including which food choices matter most\, recommended labs tests\, supplements worth considering\, and more! \n\n\n\nPresenter bio:Laurie Mischley\, ND PhD MPH studied naturopathic medicine (ND) at Bastyr University and epidemiology (MPH) and nutritional sciences (PhD) at the University of Washington\, and maintains appointments at both universities. Her work is focused on identifying the nutritional requirements unique to individuals with parkinson’s disease (PD). Dr. Mischley maintains a clinical practice at Seattle Integrative Medicine focused on nutrition and neurological health of patients with Parkinson’s. 
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/pro-12-diet-parkinsons/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260203T184049Z
CREATED:20251111T191705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T184049Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Course - Winter 2026
DESCRIPTION:Stress is common in Parkinson’s. If you’re experiencing stress\, you may benefit from our Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course. This course is based on the national model developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn\, Ph.D.\, at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center. Decades of published research shows that those who complete the course report reductions in pain\, fatigue\, anxiety and sleep disturbance and an overall increase in quality of life. \nRegister here for this 8-week MBSR course will meet online for two hours every Tuesday from 9:00am-11:00am PT / 12:00pm-2:00pm ET from February 10 through April 7 (skipping March 10). Classes include meditation instruction and practice\, group discussions and educational presentations on the relationships between mindfulness\, stress\, and wellness. Classes may include very gentle yoga postures. Participants will receive course materials via email to the email address provided at registration. \nThe cost to cover the fee for the course instructor is $160/person. However subsidized tuition is available in the ticket options. Please pay what you can to help us provide this course at an affordable rate to everyone in our community. If you are unable to pay a subsidized tuition amount\, please email us at info@briangrant.org for scholarship opportunities. \nThe course will be taught by Kimberly Carson\, MPH\, C-IAYT\, E-RYT. Learn more about Kimberly at mindfulyogaworks.com. \nThe hope is that participants can complete the MBSR course at a point in their life where they are supported and able to gain full benefit from the mindfulness practices. There are some conditions that participants are encouraged to be under the care of a mental health professional and potentially delay entering an MBSR program. If you are currently in therapy\, we do recommend that you speak to your therapist about your intention to participate in an 8-week course. \nQuestions? Email us at info@briangrant.org.      Register here
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/mbsr-2026-winter/
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