West Michigan Parkinson Hero Walk (Oct. 14, 2023)
10 de oct. de 2023 ·
10m 30s
We are honored to serve as the emcees for this year's Michigan Parkinson's Foundation Heroes Walk, happening on Saturday October 14 at Frederick Meijer Gardens. Parkinson's is a terrible disease...
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We are honored to serve as the emcees for this year's Michigan Parkinson's Foundation Heroes Walk, happening on Saturday October 14 at Frederick Meijer Gardens.
Parkinson's is a terrible disease that affects over 1.5 million Americans, and over 35,000 people here in Michigan. Although it is usually diagnosed in people over 60, it can occur in people as young as 20, If you are diagnosed before the age of 50, you are considered early on-set Parkinsons.
No one ever wants to be a part of the Parkie club, but if you are diagnosed, the Parkinsons Foundation can provide invaluable resources to help you not just process your diagnosis, but also find a way forward, with support and help.
Two teams on Saturday hit very close to home for us at Behind the Mitten. Team SPARK is headed by Amy's beloved cousin Chas Schaner, who has been battling this insidious disease for a number of years now, always with a spark of a smile and a joke to keep things light, even when it seems very dark.
Nae Nae's Shakes Rattles and Rollers! is led by the uncontainable Renee Orr, an absolute dynamo and Amy's very best friend since they were just kids, and who was diagnosed at the incredibly young, and absolutely heartbreaking age of 49. Renee has found an incredible network of support, resources, information, and love from the Parkinsons Foundation over the last couple of years, a life-loong during this difficult time. Renee is this year's special Hero honoree, and when you hear her story you'll know why.
We hope that you'll consider donating to one of these special teams, or to the Michigan Parkinson Foundation to help them continue to do the good work that they do.
Donate here.
The Michigan Parkinson Foundation (MPF) is dedicated to people living with Parkinson's Disease (PD). The Parkinson's Walks are a team/pledge walking event that allows MPF to continue our services and programs free of charge. The Grand Rapids walk features a beautiful, meandering route through Frederick Meijer Gardens. There will be Parkinson exercise demonstrations, and entertainment for the whole family all while raising critical funds needed for those affected by Parkinson's here in Michigan
Event DetailsOctober 14, 2023 at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture ParkRegistration opens at 9:00 AM
Programming starts at 10:00 AM
Walk starts at 10:30 AM$20 for Adults ($25 Day-Of)
Children are free
Volunteer!Volunteers needed! To learn more or to sign-up to volunteer, please contact Rita Dachs at rdachs@parkinsonsmi.org
Where Does the Money Go?
More info: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2023grandrapidswalk/
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Parkinson's is a terrible disease that affects over 1.5 million Americans, and over 35,000 people here in Michigan. Although it is usually diagnosed in people over 60, it can occur in people as young as 20, If you are diagnosed before the age of 50, you are considered early on-set Parkinsons.
No one ever wants to be a part of the Parkie club, but if you are diagnosed, the Parkinsons Foundation can provide invaluable resources to help you not just process your diagnosis, but also find a way forward, with support and help.
Two teams on Saturday hit very close to home for us at Behind the Mitten. Team SPARK is headed by Amy's beloved cousin Chas Schaner, who has been battling this insidious disease for a number of years now, always with a spark of a smile and a joke to keep things light, even when it seems very dark.
Nae Nae's Shakes Rattles and Rollers! is led by the uncontainable Renee Orr, an absolute dynamo and Amy's very best friend since they were just kids, and who was diagnosed at the incredibly young, and absolutely heartbreaking age of 49. Renee has found an incredible network of support, resources, information, and love from the Parkinsons Foundation over the last couple of years, a life-loong during this difficult time. Renee is this year's special Hero honoree, and when you hear her story you'll know why.
We hope that you'll consider donating to one of these special teams, or to the Michigan Parkinson Foundation to help them continue to do the good work that they do.
Donate here.
The Michigan Parkinson Foundation (MPF) is dedicated to people living with Parkinson's Disease (PD). The Parkinson's Walks are a team/pledge walking event that allows MPF to continue our services and programs free of charge. The Grand Rapids walk features a beautiful, meandering route through Frederick Meijer Gardens. There will be Parkinson exercise demonstrations, and entertainment for the whole family all while raising critical funds needed for those affected by Parkinson's here in Michigan
Event DetailsOctober 14, 2023 at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture ParkRegistration opens at 9:00 AM
Programming starts at 10:00 AM
Walk starts at 10:30 AM$20 for Adults ($25 Day-Of)
Children are free
Volunteer!Volunteers needed! To learn more or to sign-up to volunteer, please contact Rita Dachs at rdachs@parkinsonsmi.org
Where Does the Money Go?
- Financial assistance for in-home respite care
- Medication assistance
- Daily Parkinson exercise classes led by physical therapists
- Weekly patient education programs
- Professional education symposiums
- Full-time staff social worker
- Parkinson caregiving training module
- Pro-bono legal guidance
- Newly diagnosed patient information packet
- 75 support groups throughout Michigan
More info: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2023grandrapidswalk/
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