Events List
Events
Depression, Anxiety, and Apathy – What’s the Difference?
REGISTER HERE for the March Wellness Webcast: Depression, Anxiety, and Apathy - What’s the Difference? Most 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 […]
Reducing “Off” Time: A New Treatment for Parkinson’s
REGISTER HERE for the April Parkinson's Spotlight Webinar - Reducing "Off" Time: A New Treatment for Parkinson’s Join 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 […]
Meal Planning for PD – Together!
REGISTER HERE for the April Wellness Webcast: Meal Planning for PD - Together! It 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 […]
Shake It ‘Til We Make It
Join us for our 15th anniversary celebration with auctions, fine dining, and entertainment to benefit the Brian Grant Foundation. Details Date: Friday, April 25, 2025 Time: 6 - 10 pmLocation: Castaway Portland, 1900 NW 18th AvenueInformation: https://briangrantfdn.ejoinme.org/gala
Hearing Loss and Parkinson’s
REGISTER HERE for the May Wellness Webcast: Hearing Loss and Parkinson's Drs. 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. […]
Tai Chi for PD Class
Register here for this class held on every thursday for 6 weeks, 10-11 am PT/1-2 pm ET. Reduce fall risk and improve balance with Tai Chi! Join 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 […]
How Does Art Benefit People with Parkinson’s?
REGISTER HERE for the June Wellness Webcast: How Does Art Benefit People with Parkinson’s? It’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 […]
Palliative Care is for all People with Parkinson’s
REGISTER HERE for the July Wellness Webcast: Palliative Care is for all People with Parkinson’s Palliative 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 […]
2025 BGF Mix & Mingle Social
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 […]
Next Is Now: Innovating Parkinson’s Treatment
REGISTER HERE for the August Parkinson's Spotlight Webinar - Next Is Now: Innovating Parkinson’s Treatment Join 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 […]
Sleep, Parkinson’s, and RBD
REGISTER HERE for the August Wellness Webcast: Sleep, Parkinson's, and RBD Getting 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 […]
Mindful Movement for Parkinson’s
REGISTER HERE for the September Wellness Webcast: Mindful Movement for Parkinson's Basic 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 […]