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IPMDC News

Inova Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Center (IPMDC)

April 21, 2025

April is Parkinson's Awareness Month!

Studies show that exercise is important for us all, in order to maintain good physical and mental health. They also show that exercise can slow the progression of Parkinson's.

Check out Exercise Rx for online presentations on the most effective exercise options, then join in our online classes (Dual Task for Parkinson's or Zumba Gold for Parkinson's), or in-person classes (Dance for PD, Up ENDing Parkinson's, boxing, yoga, HIIT, Stand Tall and Speak Loud, and more). You'll find then all under Programs: Online and Programs: In-Person on the top menu at ipmdc.org.

When you exercise with others, particularly in a Parkinson-specific program, you'll have the support and friendship of others on a similar journey to yours. 

To help support our programs so we can continue to offer them at no cost to attendees, please click here.

IPMDC programs: Week beginning April 21

This group will meet after the weekly Dance for PD® class at the Center for Ballet Arts which is right next door! We welcome Dance for PD® dancers, their partners, and our other friends in our Parkinson community.
**Feel free to brown-bag it, or grab a bite from the nearby Chef's Cafe deli.

Come have fun and learn all about improv and the power of "Yes And..."

The spontaneous and playful nature of improv stimulates creativity, memory recall, and verbal expression, helping to keep the brain engaged. Because improv focuses on the present moment rather than past experiences, it allows individuals to participate without fear of making mistakes, boosting confidence and reducing frustration.  No experience needed!

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

If you're interested in attending, please contact sonia.gow@inova.org.

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.

Yoga for Parkinson's pause in April

Please note that Maria is taking a break through April 2025 and classes will continue in May. Please contact Virginian Rehab and Wellness at 703-844-8599 with questions.

*New* Dance for PD® class starting in Loudoun

When: Mondays at 11:00 am beginning Monday, April 14

Details at ipmdc.org/dance-for-pd

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

All program times are Eastern Time (ET).

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.

Parkinson Friends

Social & Supportive Groups

Details for IPMDC's monthly Parkinson Friends and other groups that welcome our community can be found at ipmdc.org/supportive.

Upcoming Programs

Live a simpler, safer, less cluttered life.

with Maria Spetalnik

Injuries are most common in the kitchen. Beyond burns and cuts, the way the kitchen is organized can make a kitchen more or less safe. We will talk about ways to improve your kitchen to eliminate as many of these hazards as possible.

Nancy Howerton with Abbvie, will discuss Vyalev, the new subcutaneous 24-hour continuous infusion of levodopa-based therapy.

Nancy Howerton with Abbvie, will discuss Vyalev, the new subcutaneous 24-hour continuous infusion of levodopa-based therapy.

This group meets after the weekly Dance for PD® class with Lucy Bowen McCauley at BalletNova! We welcome Dance for PD® dancers, their partners, and all our friends in our Parkinson community.   **Feel free to BYO lunch.

Healthy Eating with Sabina Kelly

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.

Nancy Howerton with Abbvie, will discuss Vyalev, the new subcutaneous 24-hour continuous infusion of levodopa-based therapy.

Parkinson's Journey

with Josefa Domingos and John Dean

Join Parkinson’s specialists Josefa Domingos PT, PhD., and John Dean MA CCC-SLP, for an engaging and practical discussion designed for people living with Parkinson’s and their care partners.

Are you considering Deep Brain Stimulation? Join Samantha Summerford and Andrea Useem with Abbott Brain Therapies as they answer your questions and share insights and information about the Abbott DBS experience.

Let's Chat About Thinking

With Dr. Jenn Pauldurai

Exercise Rx

with Josefa Domingos and John Dean

We believe the right exercise can make all the difference. Our program will tackle a wide range of Parkinson’s-specific issues, grounded in the latest scientific evidence and enhanced by practical clinical experience, to ensure a tailored and impactful approach to improving each challenge and overall quality of life.

Mick Reedy, MD with IPMDC will visit to discuss living well with Parkinson's.

Community Programs

Caring for You, Caring for Me

Fridays from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Beginning June 6 for 5 weeks - 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27, and 7/11 (not on 7/4)

In-person at:
Inova Conference Center
8100 Innovation Park Dr., Fairfax, VA 22031

Caring for You, Caring for Me (CFYCFM) provides education and support to caregivers through a series of flexible learning modules, helping caregivers take better care of themselves, collaborate effectively with professional caregivers, and be the best advocate possible for their care recipient.

This five-part, interactive training course has been designed to help family caregivers develop skills that most benefit them, including building relationships with professional caregivers to increase cooperation, understanding and support. CFYCFM provides opportunities for learning ways to cope with the stressors of being a caregiver, accessing resources, discovering ways to work together with others to reduce frustrations and barriers in the caregiver role, sharing common concerns, and recognizing that caregivers are not alone.

This event is a partnership with Elderlink – Fairfax Area Agency on Aging.
CFYCFM is a free signature program of the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving.

Seats are limited, as this is a small group workshop.
Please make a commitment to attend all 5 sessions to make the most of this series.

To register, please contact sonia.gow@inova.org, but if you find that you’re unable to attend, could you please let us know? We look forward to seeing you on June 6th!

Post conference follow-up

Please click here to visit our virtual exhibit hall and learn more about our sponsors and exhibitors. There's information about them in your directory, too.
Here's a link to the online version of the directory simplebooklet.com/2025ipmdcdirectory

Your Donations Support IPMDC Programs

We now offer over 100 educational wellness 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!

Questions about our programs and resources?

Please email Sonia at Sonia.Gow@inova.org.

Cheers,
Sonia Gow
Program and Community Care Manager
Inova Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Center
sonia.gow@inova.org    |      703.375.9987    |     ipmdc.org    

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