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Posted on June 15, 2018 by Parkinson Social Network

June cafes

Cafe McLean – June 13

After enjoying a very yummy lunch provided by our hosts at Lewinsville Retirement Residence (thank you!), our conversation about hobbies and things we do in our free time turned into an origami lesson. Some of you may remember when Marcia brought some origami creations to Cafe Fairfax in April last year – in particular her legendary butterfly ball. She brought some new ones yesterday, which we admired with lots of oohs and aahs. Despite our protests that we couldn’t create something in a million years, Marcia patiently taught us how to make some origami critters that hopped! It was lots of fun – thank you, Marcia!

The photos above and right are of a kaleidescope that Marcia brought. On the left are my attempts – frog (green), bunny (yellow) and grasshopper (red). And yes, they do hop!

Next week is a two-cafe week!
We’ll meet at Cafe Alexandria on Monday and Mary Lee Anderson, Executive Director of Senior Services of Alexandria will be our visitor. On Wednesday we’ll meet at Cafe Fairfax and share our hobbies or things we do in our spare time – past and/or present. If you have something you’d like to share please bring it along. It’s also the 2nd anniversary of our cafes so we’re pretty excited about that! For more information about our cafes this month, please scroll down.

And in other news . . .

I had quite a variety of things pop up in my inbox this week, so the following may seem kind of an odd collection of bits and pieces.

Smovey Vibroswing
Nope, that’s not a typo. Susan Dietrich, our recent visitor from the American Parkinson Disease Association, learned about Smovey Vibroswing at a recent local support group and suggested I check it out. I’ve never heard of it before and don’t know how to describe it, so if you’re curious it’s probably best if you check out their website www.smoveynorthamerica.com.

Inova’s Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders team to speak on June 28
I hope you received the separate email that went out about this event. If not, please check in on our Community Events page. Apart from talking about a new App that can help people live well with Parkinson’s, there will be an extended question and answer session with Doctors Rogers and Falconer regarding all aspects of Parkinson’s care.

UStep Walker to Give Away
This is an original model and has been rehabilitated by the current owner. It does have the optional laser light. The center front wheel mechanism is non-functional due to a broken weld but works well inside and outside. If you are interested, please contact me at Sonia@ParkinsonSocialNetwork.org and I will connect you with the owner.

Two New Memory Cafes
Two new Memory Cafes are starting this month! One starts in Arlington on June 14 and in Alexandria on June 26. I’ve attached flyers for each one – please click on the location closest to you. 1) Arlington 2) Alexandria

PD Summer School at Bastyr University, Seattle
This will be a unique week packed full of strategies and tips designed to improve the lives of individuals with Parkinson’s Disease, facilitated by Dr. Laurie Mischley in collaboration with Bastyr University. Deadline is today, June 15, but I thought I’d pass the message on in case anyone is interested. More information at www.bastyrpdschool.org

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Event
In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Loudoun County Adult Protective Services & Loudoun County Area Agency on Aging present Paul Greenwood, Retired Deputy District Attorney, Former Head of Elder Abuse Prosecution Unit, San Diego DA’s Office.
When: Thursday, June 21, 2018, 9:00 am – 4:00 am
Where: Cascades Overlook Event Center
21453 Epicerie Plaza, Sterling, VA 20164
More information on our Community Events page or on the Loudoun Senior Interest Network website.

origami tomatoes!

Hope to see you out and about soon!
Maybe at our cafes in Alexandria or Fairfax?

Cheers,
Sonia
email: Sonia@ParkinsonSocialNetwork.org

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Living Your Best Life, Music & Memory, and June Cafes

Posted on June 8, 2018 by Parkinson Social Network

Live Your Best Life With Parkinson’s

Tim Hague, presenter and author of upcoming book Perseverence, will draw on his twenty-plus years of experience as a nurse, six-plus years living with Parkinson’s, and as the winner of the inaugural season of The Amazing Race Canada, to empower listeners to persevere.

When?

Live streamed tomorrow, Saturday, June 9, at 10:30 am (CT) or 11:30 am here in Virginia on their website and Facebook page.
A recording of this lecture will also be available on the Parkinson Voice Project website by June 15th.

Music and Memory

Insight Memory Care Center, our host for Cafe Fairfax, is featuring it’s Music and Memory program in two ways this month.

Wednesday, June 20 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The 6th Annual Music & Memory at the Silver Diner
At: Merrifield Silver Diner, 8150 Porter Road, Falls Church, VA 22042
You can support the program just by eating! A portion of the evening’s proceeds will go to Insight’s Music & Memory program. If you would like to donate new iPod shuffles or gently used iPods, they will be most welcome, as will Apple Store or iTunes gift cards. Click here for more information.
Wednesday, June 27 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Learn more about the Music & Memory program.
At: Insight Memory Care Center, 3955 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA 22030
Learn more about how to identify favorite artists, songs and genres of music and how to set-up and tailor and individualized playlist. This program will be helpful for professional caregivers and family members to use the program at home. Respite care may be available by request; please notify Insight when registering to confirm availability.