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SUMMARY:Journaling Together
DESCRIPTION:Register here for this class held on every third wednesday of the month\, 1-2 pm PT/4-5 pm ET.\n\n\n\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! \n\n\n\nPeople with Parkinson’s and Care Partners are welcome.  \n\n\n\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. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email us at info@briangrant.org.      Register here
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/journaling-together-4/2026-07-15/
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SUMMARY:YOPDX - a social get together for people with young onset Parkinson's
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. Questions? Contact Community Liaison Amy Lavallee at info@briangrant.org. \n\n\n\n\n\nHuge thanks to our gold and platinum sponsors!
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/yopdx-a-social-get-together-for-people-with-young-onset-parkinsons-2/
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SUMMARY:How the Arts Help My PD
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the July Wellness Webcast: How the Arts Help My PD \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin us for an inspiring conversation about how creative expression can transform life with Parkinson’s. Through mime\, dance\, and art\, Barbara Mathews has discovered powerful tools for movement\, connection\, and joy. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio:Barbara Salsberg Mathews is an artist\, educator\, author\, and advocate dedicated to living well with Parkinson’s. She graduated from Ontario College of Art [OCADU]\, earned her M.Ed. from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education\, and taught visual and dramatic arts in high schools for over 25 years. Since retiring as Head of Visual Art from Toronto Board’s Northern Secondary School\, Barbara now lives with her husband in Guelph where she continues to volunteer and create art. \n\n\n\nThis webcast is brought you our by platinum sponsor:
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/how-the-arts-help-my-pd/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260622T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260622T203000
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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 \n\n\n\nHuge thanks to our gold and platinum sponsors! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/pdx-care-partners-group-a-parkinsons-care-partner-meet-up-8/2026-06-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T110000
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SUMMARY:YOPDX - PD Potluck Picnic
DESCRIPTION:If you live in the Portland Metro area\, join us for special edition of 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’ll be hosting a summer potluck picnic!  \n\n\n\nLocation: Laurelhurst Park\, SE Cesar E Chavez Blvd & Stark St\, Portland\, OR 97214 \n\n\n\nTime: 6/20/2611:00am-2:00pm \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: A food item to share\, blankets\, chairs\, games\, etc. If you’re bringing food\, please let us know by adding it to the Picnic Sign Up Sheet.  \n\n\n\nWho can come: Everyone! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Community Liaison Amy Lavallee at info@briangrant.org. \n\n\n\n\n\nHuge thanks to our gold and platinum sponsors!
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/yopdx-pd-potluck-picnic/
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SUMMARY:Craft and Chat
DESCRIPTION:Register here for this class held on one 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-3/2026-06-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260617T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260617T180000
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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-3/2026-06-17/
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SUMMARY:Reducing "Off" Time: A New Treatment for Parkinson’s
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the June Parkinson’s Spotlight Webinar – Reducing “Off” Time: A New Treatment for Parkinson’s \n\n\n\nJoin us on Wednesday\, June 10\, 2026 for our June 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-a-new-treatment-for-pd/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260525T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260525T203000
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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 \n\n\n\nHuge thanks to our gold and platinum sponsors! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/pdx-care-partners-group-a-parkinsons-care-partner-meet-up-8/2026-05-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T000000
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SUMMARY:2026 World Parkinson Congress
DESCRIPTION:The triennial World Parkinson Congresses provides an international forum for basic scientists\, clinical researchers\, healthcare professionals\, people with Parkinson’s and others to come together under one roof to discuss\, learn\, and engage in debate around the latest scientific discoveries\, medical and comprehensive care practices related to Parkinson’s disease.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/world-parkinson-congress/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T170000
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SUMMARY:Craft and Chat
DESCRIPTION:Register here for this class held on one 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-3/2026-05-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T180000
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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-3/2026-05-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T130000
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SUMMARY:Autonomic Disfunction and Parkinson's
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the May Wellness Webcast: Autonomic Disfunction and Parkinson’s \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAutonomic dysfunction can affect many everyday functions in Parkinson’s\, from blood pressure and digestion to temperature regulation and bladder control. We’ll hear from a movement disorder specialist about what this means and what we can do about it. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio:Dr. 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 educating her patients and their families.   \n\n\n\nThis webcast is brought you our by platinum sponsor:
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/autonomic-disfunction-and-parkinsons/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260511T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260511T203000
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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\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHuge thanks to our gold and platinum sponsors!
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/yopdx-social-get-together-for-people-with-young-onset-parkinsons-disease-4/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Steeplejack Brewing\, 2400 NE Broadway\, Portland\, OR\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260427T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260427T203000
DTSTAMP:20260204T210022Z
CREATED:20260204T205948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T210022Z
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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 \n\n\n\nHuge thanks to our gold and platinum sponsors! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/pdx-care-partners-group-a-parkinsons-care-partner-meet-up-8/2026-04-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T220000
DTSTAMP:20251105T185528Z
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SUMMARY:Shake It 'Til We Make It
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 16th anniversary celebration with auctions\, fine dining and entertainment to benefit the Brian Grant Foundation.  \n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: Friday\, April 24\, 2026 Time: 6 – 10 pmLocation: The Avenue\, 631 NE Grand Ave.\, PortlandInformation: https://briangrantfdn.ejoinme.org/gala
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/shake-it-til-we-make-it-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T170000
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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-2/2026-04-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T180000
DTSTAMP:20251222T200349Z
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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-3/2026-04-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T203000
DTSTAMP:20260204T205802Z
CREATED:20260204T205800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T205802Z
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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\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHuge thanks to our gold and platinum sponsors!
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/yopdx-social-get-together-for-people-with-young-onset-parkinsons-disease-4/2026-04-13/
LOCATION:Steeplejack Brewing\, 2400 NE Broadway\, Portland\, OR\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260408T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260408T130000
DTSTAMP:20260204T234246Z
CREATED:20260204T232809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T234246Z
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SUMMARY:SPARX Clinical Trials - Reshaping Exercise and PD
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the April Wellness Webcast: SPARX Clinical Trials – Reshaping Exercise and PD \n\n\n\nSPARX clinical trials are reshaping how we understand exercise and Parkinson’s disease. Join the Brian Grant Foundation for a conversation with a lead researcher of the SPARX trials to learn how different types and intensities of exercise may impact Parkinson’s progression.  \n\n\n\nPresenter bio:Daniel Corcos\, PhD obtained a doctorate in motor control from the University of Oregon. His research interests include helping people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) improve their quality of life\, mobility and cognition\, and slowing disease progression. His group develops interventions (such as resistance exercise\, endurance exercise\, stretching\, and balance training) to reduce symptoms and delay disease progression. He is also interested in developing outreach programs that ensure the inclusion of diverse participants his studies and fostering outreach programs that impact minority communities.  \n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\nThis webcast is brought you our by platinum sponsor:
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/sparx-clinical-trials-reshaping-exercise-and-pd/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T170000
DTSTAMP:20251222T195536Z
CREATED:20251222T195033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T195536Z
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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-2/2026-03-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T130000
DTSTAMP:20260206T175605Z
CREATED:20260206T174637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T175605Z
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SUMMARY:Next Is Now: Innovating Parkinson’s Treatment
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the March Parkinson’s Spotlight Webinar – Next Is Now: Innovating Parkinson’s Treatment \n\n\n\nJoin us on Wednesday\, March 25\, 2026\, from 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET to learn from featured speaker Khashayar Dashtipour\, MD\, PhD\, 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. Dashtipour is Associate Professor of Neurology and Basic Sciences\, Director of the Division of Movement Disorders\, and Research Director in the Department of Neurology at Loma Linda University in Loma Linda\, California.
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/next-is-now-innovating-parkinsons-treatment-2/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260323T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260323T203000
DTSTAMP:20260204T210022Z
CREATED:20260204T205948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T210022Z
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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 \n\n\n\nHuge thanks to our gold and platinum sponsors! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/pdx-care-partners-group-a-parkinsons-care-partner-meet-up-8/2026-03-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T180000
DTSTAMP:20251222T200349Z
CREATED:20251222T200038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T200349Z
UID:10000726-1773853200-1773856800@briangrant.org
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-3/2026-03-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260309T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260309T203000
DTSTAMP:20260204T205802Z
CREATED:20260204T205800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T205802Z
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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\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHuge thanks to our gold and platinum sponsors!
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/yopdx-social-get-together-for-people-with-young-onset-parkinsons-disease-4/2026-03-09/
LOCATION:Steeplejack Brewing\, 2400 NE Broadway\, Portland\, OR\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260302T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260302T130000
DTSTAMP:20260204T234204Z
CREATED:20260204T231615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T234204Z
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SUMMARY:Gait and Freezing in Parkinson's
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the March Wellness Webcast: Gait and Freezing in Parkinson’s \n\n\n\nGait freezing and walking challenges are some of the most frustrating movement symptoms in Parkinson’s. Learn from a physical therapist specializing in Parkinson’s about why gait changes happen and the practical tools and strategies you need to improve mobility. \n\n\n\nPresenter bio:Dr. Mike Braitsch PT\, DPT\, is a physical therapist\, owner of Tribe Wellness\, and an Assistant Clinical Professor of Physical Therapy at Texas Woman’s University. With a passion for accessible movement and community-based care\, Mike has been a longtime advocate for helping people with Parkinson’s stay active\, connected\, and empowered.     \n\n\n\nThis webcast is brought you our by platinum sponsor:
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/gait-and-freezing-in-parkinsons/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T170000
DTSTAMP:20251222T195536Z
CREATED:20251222T195033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T195536Z
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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-2/2026-02-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260204T210022Z
CREATED:20260204T205948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T210022Z
UID:10000698-1771871400-1771878600@briangrant.org
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 \n\n\n\nHuge thanks to our gold and platinum sponsors! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/pdx-care-partners-group-a-parkinsons-care-partner-meet-up-8/2026-02-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T180000
DTSTAMP:20251222T200349Z
CREATED:20251222T200038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T200349Z
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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-3/2026-02-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260204T231350Z
CREATED:20251117T231120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T231350Z
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SUMMARY:Improving Speech and Swallowing with Parkinson's
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE for the February Wellness Webcast: Improving Speech and Swallowing with Parkinson’s \n\n\n\nSpeech and swallowing can be difficult for those living with Parkinson’s. Luckily there are ways to improve both! \n\n\n\nPresenter bio:Julia Robinson (MS\, CCC\, SLP) is a speech-language pathologist with 25 years of experience who values evidence-based practice. She is part of the outpatient neurological team at Legacy Emanuel Center\, specializing in dysphagia\, voice\, aphasia\, and cognitive-linguistic disorders. She is a member of the Brian Grant Foundation Medical Advisory Council for Parkinson’s disease\, teaches the weekly Parkinson’s Communication Skills Class (a collaboration of Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon and Legacy Emanuel)\, and is certified in LSVT ® LOUD voice-therapy treatment for Parkinson’s disease. She also facilitates the monthly\, community head-and-neck cancer support group. She enjoys spending time outside with her husband and two children.   \n\n\n\nThis webcast is brought you our by platinum sponsor:
URL:https://briangrant.org/event/speech-swallowing-parkinsons/
CATEGORIES:Wellness Webcast
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