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Monday, March 8, 2010

Parkinson Disease Support Group

The Finger Lakes Parkinson Disease Support Group will meet Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 1:30pm in the Silver Spoon Café at the Schuyler County Human Services Complex, 323 Owego Street in Montour Falls.

This month’s program features Sarah Champion, RN, MSN, FNPC, CUNP, of Gastroenterology Associates of Ithaca, PC who will address Gastrointestinal Issues and PD. Sarah will discuss dietary, medical, and supplementary treatments to provide relief. Sarah is a certified urology nurse practitioner and has worked in the health care field for 25 years.

The support group is open to individuals with Parkinson disease and their care partners/family members.

Pre-registration preferred by calling the Schuyler Co. Office for the Aging at 607-535-7108.

Friday, February 12, 2010

Parkinson Disease February Support Group Meeting

The Finger Lakes Parkinson Disease Support Group will meet Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 1:30pm in the Silver Spoon Café at the Schuyler County Human Services Complex, 323 Owego Street in Montour Falls.

This month’s program features a video of the keynote presentation “Communication Choices and Challenges”, delivered by Susan Imke, GNP-C, at the 2009 Parkinson Disease Symposium in Rochester. Susan has 25 years experience in caring for older adults and those with PD. In her presentation she addresses communication issues w/ care partners and those with PD, long distance communication with family and maintaining friendships.

The support group is open to individuals with Parkinson disease and their care partners/family members. Suzanne is a Senior Registered Professional Nurse at Schuyler County Community Services: Mental Health Clinic.

Pre-registration preferred by calling the Schuyler Co. Office for the Aging at 607-535-7108.

Thursday, January 7, 2010

Finger Lakes Parkinson Disease Support Group Meeting

The Finger Lakes Parkinson Disease Support Group will meet Thursday, January 21, 2010 at 1:30pm in the Silver Spoon Café at the Schuyler County Human Services Complex, 323 Owego Street in Montour Falls.

This month’s program features Suzanne Fingler, RN, presenting on “Parkinson’s Disease and Clinical Depression”. She will discuss the link between chronic disease and depression, including information about the difference between "The Blues" and true Clinical Depression.

The support group is open to individuals with Parkinson disease and their care partners/family members. Suzanne is a Senior Registered Professional Nurse at Schuyler County Community Services: Mental Health Clinic.

Pre-registration preferred by calling the Schuyler Co. Office for the Aging at 607-535-7108.

Thursday, December 10, 2009

Parkinson Disease Support Group

The Finger Lakes Parkinson Disease Support group will meet Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. in the Silver Spoon Café at the Schuyler County Human Services Complex, 323 Owego Street in Montour Falls.

This month features the Annual Holiday Celebration and the opportunity for group members to welcome newcomers, share support and fellowship. Participants are asked to bring a finger food, or snack for everyone to enjoy.

The support group is open to individuals with Parkinson disease and their care partners and family members. To RSVP call the Schuyler County Office for the Aging at 607-535-7108 or email ggasparro@stny.rr.com.