If you’re struggling with Parkinson’s disease or know someone who is, it’s helpful to know where to find support on the journey. Learn about the causes and symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, and how treatments work, as well as therapeutic activities to do at home.
Intended audience: Adults of any age
Format: Three 1-hour workshops
Explore additional detailsApril Is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month
April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month. It’s a good time to focus on increasing knowledge and understanding about this progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects an estimated 20,000 Iowans and millions of people worldwide, says Leah Brooke, a health and human sciences educator with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
Parkinson’s disease brings challenges not only to those diagnosed but also to their families and caregivers. Addressing these challenges requires support, education and resources that empower individuals to live fulfilling lives. That’s why ISU Extension and Outreach delivers “A Journey Through Parkinson’s Disease,” an educational series. The series consists of three, one-hour workshops held weekly. Classes include interactive lessons, discussions and activities.
In Cass County, we've joined forces with local partners to offer this class in person locally. The class is also offered in a virtual format statwide.
Find upcoming in-person or virtual offerings of the program, as well as outreach and research opportunities, on the Health and Human Sciences Extension and Outreach website. For more information about the program, contact Brooke, lbrooke@iastate.edu.
Visit the ISU Extension Parkinsons Resource Page: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/humansciences/parkinsons
Learn more about additional resources and activities taking place during Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month at https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/april-parkinsons-disease-awareness-month
Learn more about our local partnership success at https://www.extension.iastate.edu/cass/impact_report