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Help
The Parkinson’s Support Group of Sonoma County is reaching out to you. In the days before Covid we were a vibrant association, with close to 100 people attending monthly pre-pandemic meetings. In response to Covid we moved monthly meetings to online Zoom sessions with excellent speaker presentations to 20 to 40 people who attended. We have our monthly newsletter, our website, dance and exercises classes and an ongoing communication class. We have two caregivers groups, and a women’s group. Our immediate need is to find a new president to take over leadership of our group. We have 8 active board members. The people currently on the board either have Parkinson’s or is a partner of someone who has Parkinson’s. Many of our board members have served for years and cannot take on the responsibilities of being a president.
As the current president, I have recently been on a sojourn across the country and in this last month moved to Colorado to be close to family and friends. Because I am no longer in California, I will be stepping down as a president, although I am still available to be of assistance to the board.
We are looking at options for coordinating with other organizations to provide services to our community and in particular we are hoping to enlist someone who can help us with this outreach. We are also wanting to begin our in-person meetings by the beginning of 2023 and need help in organizing the speaker meetings and providing technical support for hybrid meetings. We are asking you now for input and engagement so that the Parkinson’s Support Group of Sonoma County can thrive and provide support in our community.
Thank you for your participation. If interested in helping, please contact me at tesslorraine@mac.com
Tess Lorraine
President PSGSC
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Speaker Presentation and Meeting
Saturday, October 8 @ 1:00 pm
In-person meetings postponed until further notice.
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California Phone Access Program
This month's speaker is Elizabeth Wong, and she will be informing us about the California Telephone Access Program. This is a state mandated program that provides free specialized telephones to all qualified Californians. This program is beneficial for those who have difficulty in hearing, seeing, moving, speaking or remembering. Elizabeth has been an outreach specialist with the California Phone Access Program for over 10 years. Beside presenting to various groups, she also goes into customer’s homes to assist with their telecommunication needs. When she is not working, she enjoys gardening and fixing things around the house with her son.
Support Group Meeting @ 2:00 pm
PSGSC Caregivers and People with Parkinson's Breakout Groups
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November Speaker Presentation
Dr. Khemani, Movement Disorder Specialist from Seattle
Topic: Autonomic Dysfunction in Parkinson’s Disease
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Your Voice is Needed
Join Google and LSVT in Project Euphonia. LSVT Global is recruiting people with speech disorders to help make speech recognition more accessible. View registration form for further details.
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If you have community news or information to share, please let us know so that we have an opportunity to publish it at the beginning of each month.
Contact: Tess Lorraine, President PSGSC
Email: tesslorraine@mac.com
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Accompanied by live music, our dance class integrates movement from many dance forms (ballroom, folk, ballet, modern, etc.) to stimulate both mind and body. We begin class seated in chairs, warm up each muscle group, then progress to the center to focus on balance and spatial awareness. The class focuses on creative expression and artistry while addressing specific physical concerns such as balance, flexibility, coordination, gait, and strength. We aim to create an enjoyable social environment that emphasizes dancing for its own sake while we have fun. The class is open to all. No dance experience required!
Dance for Parkinson’s with Torri & Brigid
2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month
Oct 27 @ 1:00 - 2:00 pm: Join Zoom Call Here
Dance with Torri & Brigid — Marin Dance Theater
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Exercise Recommendations
by Dr. William Jordan
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Dr. Jordan has recommended many exercise options from Urban Poling to Rock Steady Boxing. All help to improve gait, balance and muscle strength, and to potentially slow symptom progression.
*Always check with your doctor before embarking on an exercise program.*
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PSGSC Voice & Communication Class
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- Learn voice, cognitive, and communication strategies that will assist you in being heard in social settings.
- Practice intensive voice exercises in a friendly, fun environment.
- Share practical day to day tips with each other.
- Participate from the comfort of your home.
For further information and to enroll, contact instructor -
Barbara Corinblit, Speech Pathologist at 707-322-6364
Scholarships Available. PSGSC provides scholarships for this class. Please contact Judy Deas at Judy.Deas@eandm.com to request financial assistance. For any other questions or considerations contact Barbara Corinblit.
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Care Partners Support Groups
Format for caregiver support group:
Our support groups provide an opportunity for the attendees to be heard and listened to. We offer empathy and/or resources for things that have worked for us. We have no designated leader so we share in a format where everyone’s participation is supported.
Friday, Oct 7 @ 10:45 am - 12:15 pm
(1st Friday of each month)
Join Zoom Meeting Here
Friday, Oct 21 @ 10:45 am - 12:15 pm
(3rd Friday of each month)
Join Zoom Meeting Here
Women With Parkinson’s Support Group |
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Wednesday, Oct 19 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
(3rd Wednesday of each month)
Password: 357912
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Would you like to attend in-person support groups?
If so, please email Marie Kay Hansen at briza1@comcast.net.
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There is an abundance of free, PD educational webinars available, and each month Stanford Parkinson’s Community Outreach sends out a list of many of these. If you would like to receive their monthly listing, you can join their mailing list here.
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Our mission is to provide a local opportunity for people with Parkinson’s and their companions to be better educated and resourced. We do this through Zoom meetings, newsletters, websites and community outreach. Volunteering can be a source of connection and purpose.
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If you have time to get involved on our team or have interest in a project that would enhance our offerings, we welcome you wholeheartedly to Parkinson's Support Group of Sonoma County.
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Together We Can Make a Difference
Donate Today
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The Parkinsons Support Group of Sonoma County is a board administrated by volunteers. Through your donations we can provide information, services and classes free of charge. Our success in the community relies on the financial support of our members. Thank you for your contributions. However large or small the amount, you are making a difference.
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PSGSC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization TIN #56-2559001
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Please donate to support our programs!
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OnLine Payment:
Donate online via PayPal
(Not a PayPal member? Pay as guest with credit card.)
By Mail:
Make check payable to:
PSGSC
c/o Judy Deas, Treasurer
456 Hidden Acres Road
Healdsburg, CA 95448
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An Easy Way To Contribute Through Your Purchases at Olivers Market and Amazon Smile. (view details here)
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Do you have articles or information to share?
Send to Tess Lorraine:
tesslorraine@me.com
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