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12/24/2019

We are continuing to hold our Monthly Meetings by Zoom. Our List of Speakers is below. We will send a Newsletter the first week of each month with all the information for the upcoming month. You will also receive an email reminder for meetings with the Zoom link.

Speakers

January 11: Louise Aronson, MD, Gerontologist, Clinician, Professor UCSF
Topic: Elderhood (Her book available at meeting)
Sharon Marts attending Caregiver Group (Her book: Fruits of Care available at meeting)

February 8: George Triadafilopoulos, MD
Topic: PD Gut Relationship

March 14: Canceled

April 11: Canceled

May 9: Dr. Rafael Zuzuarregui
Topic: Sleep Issues with PD

June 13: Barbara Corinblit, Speech Therapist
Topic: Speech & Communication Issues in PD

July 11: Tess Lorraine
Topic: The Gift: Talking About What Matters in the End
More Info: See Other Resources

August 8: Dr. Phil Grob
Topic: Cannabis Use in PD

September 12: Robert Leavitt & Sarina Ferguson, PT
Topic: LSVT-BIG & Balance Issues

October 10: Steve Blake
Topic: Nutrition in PD

November 14: TBA

December 12: TBA

Updates for December 2019

12/22/2019

Parkinson’s Support Group of Sonoma County

Holiday Celebration

Saturday, December 14th (2nd Saturday)

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Christ Church United Methodist
1717 Yulupa Avenue, Santa Rosa

Please join us for our Annual Holiday Party
Enjoy refreshments & conversation with friends
Enjoy music & song presentations performed by our talented members

What to Bring:
Finger foods to share
Your family and friends
A favorite poem or story to share

Updates for November 2019

12/22/2019

Meeting cancelled due to Kincade Fire Evacuations.

Updates for October 2019

10/2/2019

NEXT MEETING: October 5, 2019 — (1st Saturday) 1-3:15 p.m. SPEAKER: Suketu M. Khandhar, MD, Director
Kaiser Comprehensive Movement Disorders Program, Sacramento
TOPIC: “Going Against the Grain: Changing Perceptions in PD Care”
Dr. Khandhar is returning to speak about some new thinking about treatments for Parkinson’s. He is one of our most knowledgeable speakers. Come with your questions. WHERE: Christ Church United Methodist, 1717 Yulupa Ave., Santa Rosa
Just south of Hoen Ave.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. SCHOLARSHIP OFFERINGS: One of the purposes of PSGSC is to promote activities which benefit the Parkinson's Community. We are particularly committed to advocating for the wellness of people with Parkinson's (PWP). The PSGSC Board has extended our support to:
▪ LSVT-BIG, a movement therapy program. Designed for PWP and given by trained and certified professionals. PSGSC has set aside limited tuition scholarship funding. Please let us know if you are interested, and we can get the process started for you.

2. ON-GOING CLASSES Come join one of our classes:
▪ DANCE FOR PARKINSON'S - DAYS: First, Second and Fourth Thursday of each month TIME: 1:30-2:30 p.m.(Come early to get ready & stay for refreshments) PLACE: The Odd Fellows Hall (545 Pacific Ave. at Mendocino) Santa Rosa COST: Suggested Donation: $10 per class CONTACT: Nancy Wilson (707-888-5174) nlbwilson.41@gmail.com
▪ PD SINGING CLASS DAYS: First & Third Friday of each month TIME: 10:00-11:00 a.m. PLACE: The Odd Fellows Hall (545 Pacific Ave./Mendocino) Santa Rosa COST: Suggested Donation: $5 per class CONTACT: Steve DeLap (707) 694-2051 marstedd@yahoo.com

3. YMCA: New: GROUP EXERCISE FOR PWP: Nicole Martinovich presenting.

4. IMPORTANCE OF VOLUNTEERING: Helping one another when we support PSGSC
and our endeavors. See “Volunteer Opportunities” Board at Meeting.

5. PANC CONFERENCE: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2019
8:30 am to 2:30 pm., Sacramento.PSGSC will pay your $25 ticket.
Carpool arrangements. See Karen French

6. ON-GOING FUNDRAISERS:
▪ OLIVER'S MARKET: Will contribute 3% of your purchases to PSGSC every time you shop and present an Oliver’s Community eScrip Card. Applications are available at our meeting sign-in table. All you have to do is turn in the paper to Oliver's Market and they will give you a card.
▪ AMAZONSMILE: If ordering from Amazon, please consider signing up on AmazonSmile. A percentage of your purchase is contributed to PSGSC.
▪ TULIP PINS: The tulip is the symbol for PD. We have tulip pins selling for $5. Available at our meetings.

7. DONATION JAR : We pass a Donation Jar at our general meetings. The donations help PSGSC pay for our meeting rental, storage space and mailing address at the church, plus speaker stipends, copying of materials, dance/singing classes, scholarships, etc. We have no dues or membership fees. Thank you for your monthly donations!

8. LIBRARY:
Check our Library for new books/materials/clinical trials and info/DVDs of past speakers. Ask for Being Mortal by Atul Gawande to join the conversation about important life choices. Please return your checked out books when you are finished.

9. NEXT MEETING: November 2, 2019 — (1st Saturday)
SPEAKER: Dr. Phillip Grob TOPIC: “Relevance of Cannabis to Parkinson’s Disease” Dr. Grob is in private practice in Santa Rosa. He works with Creekside Behavioral Health, Sonoma County Mental Health & West County Health Services.

8. WEBSITE: PSGSC has a website parkinsonsonomacounty.org
There you will find our Mission Statement, Board Meeting Minutes, Meeting Announcements, calendars, resources & events. Take a look!!

Nancy Wilson, 2019 President/Chair PSGSC

Updates for September 2019

9/25/2019

PARKINSON'S SUPPORT GROUP OF SONOMA COUNTY

Next Meeting: Saturday, September 14, 2019,(Second Saturday)
                                                                     from 1:00-3:15 p.m.

WHERE: Christ Church United Methodist, 1717 Yulupa Ave., Santa Rosa
                                         Just south of Hoen Ave.

SPEAKER: Salima Brillman, MD, Neurologist, Movement Disorders Specialist in private practice in Menlo Park, CA

TOPIC: “PD: More Than a Movement Disorder”


ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1. SCHOLARSHIP OFFERINGS: One of the purposes of PSGSC is to promote activities which benefit the Parkinson's Community. We are particularly committed to advocating for the wellness of people with Parkinson's (PWP). The PSGSC Board has decided to extend our support to:

LSVT-BIG, a movement therapy program.
Designed for PWP and given by trained and certified professionals. PSGSC has set aside limited tuition scholarship funding. Please let us know if you are interested, and we can get the process started for you.

2. ON-GOING CLASSES Come join one of our classes:

DANCE FOR PARKINSON'S - Please note that we are now offering THREE classes per month!!

              Our Parkinson's Support Group of Sonoma County sponsors a creative     movement class modeled on the Dance for PD program developed by         the Mark Morris Dance Group and the Brooklyn Parkinson Group.

              DAYS:              First, Second and Fourth Thursday of each month
              TIME:               1:30-2:30 p.m.(Come early to get ready & stay for refreshments)               PLACE:               The Odd Fellows Hall (545 Pacific Ave. at Mendocino) Santa Rosa
              COST:              Suggested Donation: $10 per class
              CONTACT: Nancy Wilson (707-888-5174) nlbwilson.41@gmail.com
                                                       A calendar of Dance Class dates is on our website.

PD SINGING CLASS

              Join us and have fun singing familiar songs from a variety of genres.                       We sing to live accompaniment. No musical or vocal experience is necessary.

              DAYS: First & Third Friday of each month
              TIME: 10:00-11:00 a.m.
              PLACE: The Odd Fellows Hall (545 Pacific Ave./Mendocino) Santa Rosa
              COST: Suggested Donation: $5 per class
              CONTACT: Steve DeLap (707) 694-2051 marstedd@yahoo.com

3. ON-GOING FUNDRAISERS:

OLIVER'S MARKET: Will contribute 3% of your purchases to PSGSC every time you shop and present an Oliver’s Community eScrip Card. Applications are available at our meeting. All you have to do is turn in the paper to Oliver's Market and they will give you a card. (Papers are on the sign-in table.)

AMAZONSMILE: If ordering from Amazon, please consider signing up on AmazonSmile. A percentage of your purchase is contributed to PSGSC.

TULIP PINS: The tulip is the symbol for PD. We have tulip pins selling for $5. They are available at our meetings.

4. LIBRARY:
              Check our Library for new books/materials/clinical trials and info/DVDs of past speakers. Ask for Being Mortal by Atul Gawande to join the conversation about important life choices. Please return your checked out books when you are finished.

5.          AUDIO-VISUAL: Patrick Hardman manages our A-V equipment and sets up the equipment for our speakers. If you would like to become a back-up for Patrick, please contact him during a meeting.

6. DONATION JAR : We pass a Donation Jar at our general meetings. The donations help PSGSC pay for our meeting rental, storage space and mailing address at the church, plus speaker stipends, copying of materials, dance/singing classes, scholarships, etc. We have no dues or membership fees. Thank you for your monthly donations!

7. NEXT MEETING: October 5, 2019 — (1st Saturday)
              SPEAKER: Suketu M. Khandhar, MD, Kaiser Comprehensive                                                       Movement Disorders Program, Sacramento
              TOPIC: “Going Against the Grain-Changing Perceptions in PD Care”
                           Dr. Khandhar is returning to speak to our group about some new                                         thinking about treatments for Parkinson’s. He is one of our most knowledgeable speakers. Come with your questions.

8. WEBSITE: PSGSC has a website parkinsonsonomacounty.org
              There you will find our Mission Statement, Board Meeting Minutes, Meeting               Announcements, calendars, resources & events. Take a look!!

Nancy Wilson, 2019 President/Chair PSGSC

Updates for August 2019

7/23/2019

NEXT MEETING: SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 2019, from 1:00-3:15 p.m.
SECOND SATURDAY

WHERE: Christ Church United Methodist, 1717 Yulupa Ave., Santa Rosa
Just south of Hoen Ave.

AUGUST 10: SPEAKER: Demonstrations of Local Exercise Programs for PD:
ATA: Multifaceted program for PD; PWR: Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery; Rock Steady Boxing adapted for PD

TOPIC: “EXERCISES TO FIGHT PARKINSON’S”

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1. SCHOLARSHIP OFFERINGS: One of the purposes of PSGSC is to promote activities which benefit the Parkinson's Community. We are particularly committed to advocating for the wellness of people with Parkinson's (PWP). The PSGSC Board has decided to extend our support to:

LSVT-LOUD, a speech therapy program.
LSVT-BIG, a movement therapy program.
Both are designed for PWP and given by trained and certified professionals. PSGSC has set aside limited tuition scholarship funding. Please let us know if you are interested, and we can get the process started for you.

2. ON-GOING CLASSES Come join one of our classes:

DANCE FOR PARKINSON'S - Please note that we are now offering THREE classes per month!!
Our Parkinson's Support Group of Sonoma County sponsors a creative movement class modeled on the Dance for PD program developed by the Mark Morris Dance Group and the Brooklyn Parkinson Group.

DAYS: FIRST, SECOND & FOURTH THURSDAYS of the month
TIME: 1:30-2:30 p.m.(Come early to get ready and stay for refreshments)
PLACE: The Odd Fellows Hall (545 Pacific Ave. at Mendocino) Santa Rosa
COST: Suggested Donation: $10 per class
CONTACT: Nancy Wilson (707-888-5174) wroseland@earthlink.net
A calendar of Dance Class dates is on our website.

PD SINGING CLASS

Join us and have fun singing familiar songs from a variety of genres. We sing to live accompaniment. No musical or vocal experience is necessary.
DAYS: Every First & Third Fridays of the month
TIME: 10:00-11:00 a.m.
PLACE: The Odd Fellows Hall (545 Pacific Ave. at Mendocino) Santa Rosa
COST: Suggested Donation: $5 per class
CONTACT: Steve DeLap (707) 694-2051 marstedd@yahoo.com

3. FUNDRAISERS & EVENTS:

OLIVER'S MARKET: Will contribute 3% of your purchases to PSGSC every time you shop and present an Oliver’s Community eScrip Card. Applications are available at our meeting. All you have to do is turn in the paper to Oliver's Market and they will give you a card.

AMAZONSMILE: If ordering from Amazon, please consider signing up on AmazonSmile, then contribute to PSGSC for your Amazon purchases.

TULIP PINS: The tulip is the symbol for PD. We have tulip pins selling for $5. They are available at our meetings.

4. LIBRARY:
Don't forget to check our Library for new books/materials/clinical trials and info/DVDs of past speakers. Ask for Being Mortal by Atul Gawande to join the conversation about important life choices. If you have any books checked out, please return them when you are finished. If you would like to volunteer to assist at the Library Table, please talk with Marie Kay Hansen.

5. AUDIO-VISUAL: Patrick Hardman manages our A-V equipment and sets up the equipment for our speakers. If you would like to become a back-up for Patrick, please contact him.

6. DONATION JAR : We pass a Donation Jar at our general meetings. The donations help PSGSC pay for our meeting rental, storage space and mailing address at the church, plus speaker stipends, copying of materials, dance/singing classes, scholarships, etc. We have no dues or membership fees. Thanks for your monthly donations!

7. NEXT MEETING: September 14, 2019 — (2nd Saturday)
SPEAKERS: Salima Brillman, MD
TOPIC: “PD is More Than a Movement Disorder”

8. WEBSITE: PSGSC has a website www.parkinsonsonomacounty.org
There you will find our Mission Statement, Board Meeting Minutes, Meeting Announcements, calendars, resources & events. Take a look!!

Nancy Wilson, 2019 President/Chair PSGSC

Updates for July 2019

7/3/2019

PARKINSON'S SUPPORT GROUP OF SONOMA COUNTY
NEXT MEETING: SATURDAY, JULY 13th from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Christ Church United Methodist, 1717 Yulupa Ave., Just south of Hoen Ave.
JULY 13 PROGRAM: CELEBRATING INDEPENDENCE— Members Sharing Success Stories
Join us for Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Side Dishes, Condiments and ICE CREAM & toppings Plus: An inspirational film, Report from World Parkinson’s Conference on Latest Information, A chance to socialize and exchange thoughts on independence and hobbies Check your email for invitation from Punchbowl and PSGSC. Plan to come for a fun afternoon.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. SCHOLARSHIP OFFERING: One of the purposes of PSGSC is to promote activities which benefit the Parkinson's Community. We are particularly committed to advocating for the wellness of People with Parkinson's (PWP). The PSGSC Board has decided to extend our support to
LSVT-BIG, a movement therapy program. Designed for PWP given by trained and certified professionals. PSGSC has set aside limited tuition scholarship funding. Flyers will be available on the table at each meeting which explain the commitment involved in the program. We have revised the application form to make it easier to understand and fill out. Please let us know if you are interested, and we can get the process started for you.
2. ON-GOING CLASSES Come join one of our classes listed below:
DANCE FOR PARKINSON'S - Please note that we are now offering THREE classes per month!! Our Parkinson's Support Group of Sonoma County sponsors a creative movement class modeled on the Dance for PD program developed by the Mark Morris Dance Group and the Brooklyn Parkinson Group.
DAYS: Every Second, Third and Fourth of the month TIME: 1:30-2:30 p.m. (Come early to get ready and stay for refreshments after) PLACE: THE ODD FELLOWS HALL (545 Pacific Ave. at Mendocino) Santa Rosa COST: Suggested DONATION of $10 per class CONTACT: Nancy Wilson (707) 888-5174 or wroseland@earthlink.net
PD SINGING CLASS Join us and have fun singing familiar songs from a variety of genres. We sing to live accompaniment. No musical or vocal experience is necessary.
DAYS: Every First & Third Fridays of the month TIME: 10:00-11:00 a.m. PLACE: THE ODD FELLOWS HALL (545 Pacific Ave. at Mendocino) Santa Rosa COST: Suggested DONATION of $5 per class CONTACT: Steve DeLap (707) 694-2051 marstedd@yahoo.com
Steve is president of the Sonoma County Folk Society.
3. ON-GOING FUNDRAISERS:
▪ OLIVER'S MARKET: Will contribute 3% of your purchases to PSGSC every time you shop and present an OLIVER'S COMMUNITY eScrip CARD. Applications are available at our meeting. All you have to do is turn in the paper to Oliver's Market and they will give you a card.
▪ AMAZONSMILE: If ordering from AMAZON, please consider signing up on AMAZONSMILE then contribute to PSGSC for your AMAZON PURCHASES.
▪ TULIP PINS: The tulip is the symbol for PD. We have tulip pins selling for $5. They will be available at our meetings.
4. LIBRARY:
We won’t have our library set up on July 13th, but don't forget to check our Library next month for new books/ materials/clinical trials info/DVD's of past speakers/etc. If you have any books checked out, please return them when you are finished. If you would like to volunteer to assist at the Library Table, please talk with Marie Kay Hansen.
6. DONATION JAR : We pass a Donation Jar at our general meetings. The donations help PSGSC pay for our
meeting rental, storage space and mailing address at the church, plus speaker stipends, copying of materials, dance/singing classes, scholarships, etc. We have NO dues or membership fees. Thanks for your monthly donations!
7. NEXT MEETING: AUGUST 10 (SECOND SATURDAY OF MONTH)
SPEAKER: Presenters from ATA. Parkpoint PWR, Rock Steady Boxing TOPIC: “Exercise Options to Maximize Wellness”
We will have exercise professionals who will demonstrate their exercise programs which are tailored for people with Parkinson’s
8. WEBSITE: PSGSC has a website www.parkinsonsonomacounty.org
There you will find our Mission Statement, Board Meeting Minutes, Meeting Announcements, resources, events etc. Check it out and make suggestions for additions that would be helpful to you.
Nancy Wilson, President/Chair PSGSC

Updates for June 2019

5/30/2019

NEXT MEETING: SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2019, from 1:00-3:15 p.m.
WHERE: Christ Church United Methodist, 1717 Yulupa Ave., Santa Rosa
Just south of Hoen Ave.
JUNE 1 SPEAKER: Chad Christine, MD, UCSF
Neurologist, Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Clinic TOPIC: Strategies to Slow PD Progression

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. THREE SCHOLARSHIP OFFERINGS: One of the purposes of PSGSC is to promote activities which benefit the Parkinson's Community. We are particularly committed to advocating for the wellness of People with Parkinson's (PWP). The PSGSC Board has decided to extend our support to:
▪ LSVT-LOUD, a speech therapy program,
▪ PARKINSON'S VOICE THERAPY (a program created by the Swain Center)
▪ LSVT-BIG, a movement therapy program. All are designed for PWP and given by trained and certified professionals. PSGSC has set aside limited tuition scholarship funding. Flyers will be available on the table at each meeting that explain the commitment involved in each program. We have revised the application form to make it easier to understand and fill out. Please let us know if you are interested, and we can get the process started for you.
2. ON-GOING CLASSES Come join one of our classes listed below:
▪ DANCE FOR PARKINSON'S - Please note that we are now offering THREE classes per month!! Our Parkinson's Support Group of Sonoma County sponsors a creative movement class modeled on the Dance for PD program developed by the Mark Morris Dance Group and the Brooklyn Parkinson Group.
DAYS: FIRST, SECOND & FOURTH THURSDAYS of the month TIME: 1:30-2:30 p.m.(Come early to get ready and stay for refreshments) PLACE: The Odd Fellows Hall (545 Pacific Ave. at Mendocino) Santa Rosa COST: Suggested Donation: $10 per class CONTACT: Catherine Luther at (707) 765-1888 or catho21@yahoo.com
A calendar of Dance Class dates is on our website.
▪ PD SINGING CLASS Join us and have fun singing familiar songs from a variety of genres. We sing to live accompaniment. No musical or vocal experience is necessary.
DAYS: Every First & Third Fridays of the month TIME: 10:00-11:00 a.m. PLACE: The Odd Fellows Hall (545 Pacific Ave. at Mendocino) Santa Rosa COST: Suggested Donation: $5 per class CONTACT: Steve DeLap (707) 694-2051 marstedd@yahoo.com
3. FUNDRAISERS & EVENTS:
▪ OLIVER'S MARKET: Will contribute 3% of your purchases to PSGSC every time you shop and present an Oliver’s Community eScrip Card. Applications are available at our meeting. All you have to do is turn in the paper to Oliver's Market and they will give you a card.
▪ AMAZONSMILE: If ordering from Amazon, please consider signing up on AmazonSmile, then contribute to PSGSC for your Amazon purchases.
▪ TULIP PINS: The tulip is the symbol for PD. We have tulip pins selling for $5. They are available at our meetings.
4. LIBRARY:
Don't forget to check our Library for new books/materials/clinical trials and info/ DVDs of past speakers. Ask for Being Mortal by Atul Gawande to join the conversation. If you have any books checked out, please return them when you are finished. If you would like to volunteer to assist at the Library Table, please talk with Marie Kay Hansen.
5. AUDIO-VISUAL: Patrick Hardman manages our A-V equipment and sets up the equipment for our speakers. If you would like to become a back-up for Patrick, please contact him.
6. DONATION JAR : We pass a Donation Jar at our general meetings. The donations help PSGSC pay for our meeting rental, storage space and mailing address at the church, plus speaker stipends, copying of materials, dance/ singing classes, scholarships, etc. We have no dues or membership fees. Thanks for your monthly donations!
7. NEXT MEETING: JULY 13, 2019 — (2nd Saturday)
SPEAKERS: PSGSC Participants TOPIC: CELEBRATING INDEPENDENCE An opportunity to share stories & strategies for maintaining independence.
8. WEBSITE: PSGSC has a website www.parkinsonsonomacounty.org
There you will find our Mission Statement, Board Meeting Minutes, Meeting Announcements, calendars, resources & events. Check it out!!
Nancy Wilson, 2019 President/Chair PSGSC

Updates for May 2019

4/22/2019

NEXT MEETING: SATURDAY, May 4, 2019, from 1:00-3:15 p.m.

WHERE: Christ Church United Methodist, 1717 Yulupa Ave., Santa Rosa
Just south of Hoen Ave.

MAY 4 SPEAKERS: Janice Sternfeld, Attorney & Brian Griffin, Social Worker

TOPIC: Advance Health Care Directive
An opportunity to see and work with the form, discuss options, ask questions.
A workbook will be provided for all participants.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1. FUNDRAISERS & EVENTS:

HUMAN RACE: May 4, 2019: If you would like to walk or sponsor a member of the PSGSC walking team in this Sonoma County event, please contact Mike Siegel (msiegel1117@comcast.net) He has request letters, sign-up forms, and donation information. It is a great positive event that benefits our programs.
SENIOR EXPO: April 27, 2019— 9 am-12 pm.
Finley Complex, 2060 West College Ave., Santa Rosa, CA We will have a table at the Expo to provide information about PSGSC. There will be many Sonoma County Agencies and Offerings represented. This is chance to gather information about many important programs for seniors.

2. LIBRARY:
Don't forget to check our Library for new books/materials/clinical trials and info/DVDs of    past speakers. Ask for Being Mortal by Atul Gawande to join the conversation. If you have any books checked out, please return them when you are finished.

3. NEXT MEETING: June 1, 2019
   SPEAKER: Chad Christine, MD, UCSF Neurologist
   TOPIC: “Strategies to Slow PD Progression”

8. WEBSITE: PSGSC has a website www.parkinsonsonomacounty.org
You will find our Mission Statement, Board Meeting Minutes, Meeting Announcements, calendars, resources & events. Take a look.

Nancy Wilson, 2019 President/Chair PSGSC

Updates for April 2019

3/28/2019

NEXT MEETING: SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2019, from 1:00-3:15 p.m.
WHERE: Christ Church United Methodist, 1717 Yulupa Ave., Santa Rosa
           Just south of Hoen Ave.
APRIL 6 SPEAKER: Cheryl Fox, RN, Fox & Associates Home Health
TOPIC: “What’s Next?”
           Community Resources for the Highest Quality of Life Possible
              Introduction to many topics, including “staying put”, moving and downsizing, life                    care and spiritual care planning; preparation for legal and medical decision-making;              end-of-life decisions and issues to think about with your families.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1. THREE SCHOLARSHIP OFFERINGS: One of the purposes of PSGSC is to promote activities which benefit the Parkinson's Community. We are particularly    committed to advocating for the wellness of People with    Parkinson's (PWP). The PSGSC Board has decided to extend our support to:

LSVT-LOUD, a speech therapy program,
PARKINSON'S VOICE THERAPY (a program created by the Swain Center)
LSVT-BIG, a movement therapy program.
All are designed for PWP and given by trained and certified professionals. PSGSC has set aside limited tuition scholarship funding. Flyers will be available on the table at each meeting that explain the commitment involved in each program. We have revised the application form to make it easier to understand and fill out. Please let us know if you are interested, and we can get the process started for you.

2. ON-GOING CLASSES Come join one of our classes listed below:

DANCE FOR PARKINSON'S - Please note that we are now offering THREE classes per month!!

   Our Parkinson's Support Group of Sonoma County sponsors a creative movement    class modeled on the Dance for PD program developed by the Mark    Morris Dance    Group and the Brooklyn Parkinson Group.

   DAYS:      FIRST, SECOND & FOURTH THURSDAYS of the month
   TIME:      1:30-2:30 p.m.(Come early to get ready and stay for refreshments)            PLACE:    THE ODD FELLOWS HALL (545 Pacific Ave. at Mendocino) Santa Rosa
   COST:      Suggested DONATION: $10 per class
   CONTACT: Catherine Luther at (707) 765-1888 or catho21@yahoo.com
               A calendar of Dance Class dates is on our website.

PD SINGING CLASS

   Join us and have fun singing familiar songs from a variety of genres. We sing to        live accompaniment. No musical or vocal experience is necessary.

   DAYS:    Every First & Third Fridays of the month
   TIME:     10:00-11:00 a.m.
   PLACE:    THE ODD FELLOWS HALL (545 Pacific Ave. at Mendocino) Santa Rosa
   COST:    Suggested DONATION: $5 per class
   CONTACT: Steve DeLap (707) 694-2051   marstedd@yahoo.com

3. FUNDRAISERS & EVENTS:

HUMAN RACE: May 4, 2019: If you would like to walk or sponsor a member of PSGSC walking in this big Sonoma County event, please see Mike Siegel after the speakers finish their talk. He has request letters, sign-up forms, and donation information.
SENIOR EXPO: April 27, 2019— 9 am-12 pm. Finley Complex, 2060 West College Ave., Santa Rosa, CA We will have a table at the Expo to provide information about PSGSC. If you would like to assist, please talk with Karen French after the speakers finish their talk.
OLIVER'S MARKET: Will contribute 3% of your purchases to PSGSC every time you shop and present an OLIVER'S COMMUNITY eScrip CARD. Applications are available at our meeting. All you have to do is turn in the paper to Oliver's Market and they will give you a card.

AMAZONSMILE: If ordering from AMAZON, please consider signing up on AMAZONSMILE then contribute to PSGSC for your AMAZON PURCHASES.

TULIP PINS: The tulip is the symbol for PD. We have tulip pins selling for $5. They are available at our meetings.

4. LIBRARY:
   Don't forget to check our Library for new books/materials/clinical trials and info/       DVDs of    past speakers. Ask for Being Mortal by Atul Gawande to join the                conversation. If you have any books checked out, please return them when you are    finished. If you would like to volunteer to assist at the Library Table, please talk with    Marie Kay Hansen.

5.   AUDIO-VISUAL: Patrick Hardman manages our A-V equipment and sets up the equipment for our speakers. If you would like to become a back-up for Patrick, please contact him at the break.

6. DONATION JAR : We pass a Donation Jar at our general meetings. The                donations help PSGSC pay for our meeting rental, storage space and mailing            address at the church, plus speaker stipends, copying of materials, dance/               singing classes, scholarships, etc. We have no dues or membership fees. Thanks for your monthly donations!

7. NEXT MEETING: MAY 4, 2019
   SPEAKERS: Janice Sternfeld & Brian Griffin
   TOPIC: Advance Health Care Directive
   An opportunity to see and work with the form, discuss options, ask questions.

8. WEBSITE:   PSGSC has a website www.parkinsonsonomacounty.org
   There you will find our Mission Statement, Board Meeting Minutes, Meeting            Announcements, calendars, resources & events. Check it out!!

Nancy Wilson, 2019 President/Chair PSGSC

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