The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) Information and Referral Center will be hosting a Parkinson’s “Good Start” Education Program at Regional Medical Center (RMC).
The APDA Parkinson’s Good Start Program will be held on Friday, May 15, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the RMC Tyler Center; 731 Leighton Avenue, Anniston, AL.
The program is free to attend for, though advance registration is required via the QR Code below. Designed for individuals diagnosed within the past three years, as well as their care partners, and family members. This signature APDA program delivers essential information and practical strategies to help participants better understand and manage Parkinson’s disease early in their journey, primarily those who have received a diagnosis within the past year.
Attendees will gain insight into:
- Understanding Parkinson’s disease and how it progresses
- Building an effective healthcare team
- The importance of rehabilitation, movement, and exercise
- Medication strategies for daily functioning
- Emotional wellness and coping techniques
- Local and national resources for ongoing support
“A Parkinson’s diagnosis can be overwhelming,” states Brooklyn White, Program Coordinator, APDA and I&R Center at University of Alabama Birmingham (UAB). “Many people may be confused, anxious, and unsure about where to begin. APDA is here to empower them, helping them learn more about the condition and the steps they can take to live their best lives. Our Parkinson’s Good Start Program is a great starting point because it gives those who are newly diagnosed a comprehensive overview of the disease, as well as strategies for managing both the physical and emotional challenges that come with it.”
The program will be led by Parkinson’s disease specialists, including Advanced Practitioner Laura Lieb from the UAB Comprehensive Center of Movement Disorders, along with local physical, occupational, and speech therapy professionals from Calhoun and Etowah counties.
The APDA I&R Center offers a wide range of programs and services for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease, including educational events, support groups, and personalized resources. For more information, visit www.apdaparkinson.org/alabama.
About the American Parkinson Disease Association
The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is a nationwide grassroots network dedicated to fighting Parkinson’s disease (PD) and works tirelessly to assist the more than one million people with PD in the United States live life to the fullest in the face of this chronic, neurological disorder. Founded in 1961, APDA has raised and invested more than $282 million to provide outstanding patient services and educational programs, elevate public awareness about the disease, and support research designed to unlock the mysteries of PD and end this disease. To join us in the fight against Parkinson’s disease and to learn more about the support APDA provides nationally through our network of Chapters and Information & Referral (I&R) Centers, as well as our national Research Program and Centers for Advanced Research, please visit us at www.apdaparkinson.org
About Regional Medical Center
Regional Medical Center (RMC) is a regional hospital based in Anniston, Alabama, serving patients across Northeast Alabama. Guided by its mission to provide state-of-the-art healthcare with integrity, RMC is committed to clinical quality, patient experience, community impact, and compassionate care. RMC is one of the region’s largest employers, supported by more than 1,800 team members, 300+ volunteers, and more than 200 physicians across a broad range of specialties. The hospital is accredited by the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer and has earned Blue Distinction Center+ recognition from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama for Orthopedic and Maternity Care. RMC was also the first Baby-Friendly designated birthing facility in Alabama and is recognized as an Age-Friendly Health System by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement.