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A comprehensive Parkinson’s Center 
for the highest level of clinical care, and for every day in between.

Nuts and Berries for Brain Health

Brain & Life magazine recently published an article on the benefits of adding berries and nuts to our diets for brain health, that included ideas for incorporating them into your diet. Have a look at Research Shows Nuts and Berries Support Brain Health with Key Nutrients.

*New Exercise Program!*  Maintain Your Brain

Every Friday at 10:30 am

Join speech language pathologist John Dean MA CCC-SLP for Maintain Your Brain a live, online interactive exercise program to challenge your thinking ability with fun group exercises.

This is an easily-accessible live virtual exercise cognitive program for Parkinson’s and other neurological disorders, featuring engaging and accessible brain training combined with safe seated exercises and interactive communication training.

This session is suitable for ALL levels of ability and because it is hosted live, activities will be tailored to the attendees for that day’s session.

Don't miss out!
Register today for IPMDC's 2026 conference

IPMDC programs: Week beginning March 23

This no-cost seminar is designed for family caregivers who are newly navigating dementia or seeking practical guidance and reassurance. Participants will learn about:
• Understanding dementia and common types
• Person-centered care approaches
• Communication strategies and managing behaviors
• Planning ahead for legal, medical, and financial needs
• Supporting the caregiver and preventing burnout 

For more information, click here: spectrumlcs.org/90-minute-course-flyer

Caregivers can register at: SpectrumLCS.org/registrations

Spectrum Life Care Services is a Northern Virginia–based nonprofit focused on education, caregiver support, and inclusive community programs for older adults and individuals with memory loss or disabilities. 

To learn more, please visit our website at SpectrumLCS.org 

Speaker is Lori Evers from the AARP Foundation Tax Aide program.
For more information or to register please call 571-439-9776 or email aaasupport@loudoun.gov.

Improve is fun! "Yes And . . ." it can help with communication, cognitive flexibility, mood, and social connection. Come join us! No experience needed!

This program is in partnership with Resonance Improv Alliance and Insight Sterling.

Questions about our programs and resources?

You'll find additional information about all our IPMDC programs at ipmdc.org/calendar/ and on individual pages throughout ipmdc.org.

All program times are Eastern Time (ET).

Upcoming Programs

Keyton Armstrong, MS CCC-SLP will visit to speak about how speech therapy can help you with communication, swallowing, and cognition.

Live a simpler, safer, less cluttered life.

with Maria Spetalnik

This is your opportunity to ask any questions you have related to clutter. In short - the ball is in your court. Get your questions together and we'll tackle them one by one. You can ask about something from a class we already had, something we haven't talked about yet, anything. If you have things you would like me to do a session on you can tell me that here too. 

Keyton Armstrong, MS CCC-SLP will visit to speak about how speech therapy can help you with communication, swallowing, and cognition.

At: Shenandoah Valley Westminster Canterbury - THE ABBEY
Winchester, VA 22603

To register, please contact Christine Ristano at cristano@svwc.org
or 540-665-5982

Thursday, April 9 - Christine is also organizing these additional Parkinson awareness events at Shenandoah Valley Westminster Canterbury!

9:00 am - Heroes teaching Heroes 
Local Winchester police, fire, EMTs etc. will have the opportunity to ask our residents living with PD anything they want to know. Our residents will be able to share with the first responders what they feel is important that the first responders know about Parkinson's.

10:00 am - Our awareness walk

Meet new people, enjoy the outdoors, and spread Parkinson's awareness together. Everyone welcome - bring a friend!  No registration or fee.

Let's Chat About Thinking

With Dr. Jenn Pauldurai

We have been talking about brain health and how physical activity is important for keeping our brains healthy. What exactly does that mean? How much activity do I need to do per day or per week to meet my health quota? What can I do if I have physical changes that change the way I can move safely? This month, we are joined by an expert in lifestyle and movement, Stephanie Herbert, who works with InovaWell to help us promote wellness in all aspects of our brain health. 

At: Hessler Heights 19540 Sandridge Way, Leesburg VA 20176.

We meet in the private dining room which is past the fireplace through the main dining room. We feature confidential sharing of concerns and tips from caregivers for caregivers. New members are encouraged to contact the facilitator, Peg Nugent, at peg.nugent84@gmail.com.

Healthy Eating with Sabina

What you eat matters - for your body and your brain!

Join us as we discuss episodes 7 & 8 of the Parkinson’s Weekly Podcast.   Feel free to listen to the episodes ahead of time (they are short) and can be found here (buzzsprout.com/2530566/episodes) 

Please click here for the slide decks from Sabina's previous programs, and click here for some easy recipes.

And don't forget the Eat Well, Live Well Book Club!  Click here for details.

You'll find details, updates and a link to register at: ipmdc.org/2026conference

Keyton Armstrong, MS CCC-SLP will visit to speak about how speech therapy can help you with communication, swallowing, and cognition.

Parkinson's Journey   |   ipmdc.org/parkinsons_journey

with Josefa Domingos and John Dean

Patient & Care Partner’s different views of the same daily task:  “I’m Fine” vs “You Need Help”

It is common for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners to view daily abilities differently. Join us for a practical talk on why these differences happen, how movement symptoms, stress, and mood can shape each person’s perspective, and how to recognize and manage these mismatches in everyday life.

Improve is fun! "Yes And . . ." it can help with communication, cognitive flexibility, mood, and social connection. Come join us! No experience needed!

This program offered in partnership with Resonance Improv Alliance and Insight Fairfax.

How do I . . . ?  |   ipmdc.org/how-do-i

with Josefa Domingos and John Dean

How Do I Assess and Report Issues with Swallowing?

Join speech-language pathologist John Dean and Physiotherapist Josefa Domingos for a practical, plain-language guide to swallowing assessment about how swallowing changes occur in Parkinson's, what symptoms are worth paying attention to, how SLPs and other clinicians evaluate it, and how to let your healthcare team know what you're experiencing.

Exercise Rx   |   ipmdc.org/exerciserx

with Josefa Domingos and John Dean

Topic: TBD

At: Virginia Highlands Park
1600 S Hayes Street, Arlington, VA 22202

Details at runwalk.michaeljfox.org

Your Donations Support IPMDC Programs

We now offer 120 regular educational, exercise, and supportive programs each month, both online and in-person, for patients, families, friends and professionals.

Your generosity makes it possible to grow our programs for all of you in our Parkinson community - presented by local and international Parkinson experts at no cost to attendees.

Please visit ipmdc.org/donate to make a donation, and
we thank you for your generosity and support!

Weekly Exercise Programs

Check out our weekly online and in-person exercise classes to keep you moving, engaged, and supported by people on a similar journey to yours.

All of our programs are open to anyone living with Parkinson’s, their family
and friends, at no cost, with thanks to the generosity of our community.

IPMDC Program Partners are the best!

We especially appreciate our 

Annual Sponsors

for their encouragement and support! 

Check out our IPMDC 2025 IPMDC Directory for Programs and Resources at simplebooklet.com/2025ipmdcdirectory

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