A Global View of Dance for Parkinson’s
In honor of World Parkinson’s Day (April 11) and International Dance Day (April 29), more than fifteen dance organizations have come together to celebrate the vibrant diversity of Dance for Parkinson’s programs in ten countries.
Every day or two, starting April 11, we’ll be featuring a different Dance for Parkinson’s program, presenting documentaries, class videos and other resources that highlight the richness of Dance for Parkinson’s practice around the world.
Join us for the culmination of the project on World Dance for Parkinson’s Day—April 29—when you’ll be able to dance your way from New York to London, Pune to Brisbane, Amsterdam to Tel Aviv, and many places in between.
It all happens at www.danceforparkinsons.online
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month
We have two cafés and an outreach event this month!
Monday, April 10, 10:00 am – 12 noon
Café in Fairfax
What gets you going in the morning? What brings you joy?
At our cafes we’ve heard about some of the things people like to do. Some that we’ve heard about include learning to speak Polish, macramé, basket weaving, photography, writing poetry, baking, gardening, rock climbing, traveling and watching grandchildren grow up.
Let’s share our stories (you can bring samples or photos, too) about the things we like to do and discover the things we have in common apart from life with Parkinson’s. I believe we’ll be pleasantly surprised and it will be fun to connect in these other ways.
But wait! There’s more!!
We’ll read the proclamation from Governor Terry McAuliffe recognizing April as Parkinson’s Awareness Month and our spotlight will be on a new, very local pharmacy, Revolution Meds.
Where?
Insight Memory Care Center
Linda and Lou Mazawey Education & Support Center
3955 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA 22030
Directions and map
Our café is free and you’re welcome to bring munchies to share!
Click here to RSVP
Wednesday, April 19, 10:00 am – 12 noon
Café in Ashburn – New!
We’ll meet here on the 3rd Wednesday of each month as of April 19. Please help us spread the word to our Parkinson community friends in Loudoun county!
For our first café, we’ll meet our hostess, Chrystal Todd, and learn more about this brand new community. We’ll also read our proclamation from the governor recognizing April as Parkinson Awareness Month, and share our stories about the things we like to do.
Where?
Tribute at One Loudoun – Welcome Center
20618 Easthampton Plaza, Ashburn, VA 20147
Our café is free, and you’re welcome to bring munchies to share!
Click here to RSVP
Outreach at Inova Fair Oaks Hospital
In recognition of April as Parkinson’s Awareness Month, several local Parkinson support groups will be sharing information about Parkinson’s to increase the understanding of the needs of someone living with Parkinson’s.
This is a joint effort of the Parkinson Social Network, the Fair Oaks Parkinson’s support group and the Women with Parkinson’s Disease support group.
We’ll be at Inova’s Fair Oaks hospital from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm on the following days:
Monday, April 3 Friday, April 7
Monday, April 24 Friday, April 28
We would really love your help – people living with Parkinson’s, their families and friends – to help us on one of these days, even if it’s only for an hour, to hand out printed material and chat with staff and the visitors.
If you’d like to help, please contact Sonia at Sonia@PatientsArePeopleToo.com or at (703) 378-7221.
Cafes (including our newest location), Conversations, and Parkinson’s Awareness Month
Monday, March 13, from 10:00 am – 12 noon
Join us for our March café in Fairfax!
Did you know . . . March is Professional Social Work month?
What do social workers do and why are they important to the Parkinson community? Join our friend, Nancy Fiedelman, as she leads a discussion and answers your questions about what you can expect from social workers, particularly in a hospital or long term care setting. We’d like to hear from you about your experiences. Do you have some helpful tips to share?
We’d love to see you! Click here to RSVP
People living with Parkinson’s or other related movement disorders, their carepartners, family, and friends are all welcome.
Our café is free and you’re welcome to bring (St. Patrick’s Day) munchies to share!
Where?
Insight Memory Care Center
Linda and Lou Mazawey Education & Support Center
3955 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA 22030
Directions and map
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Wednesday, March 29, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Conversations with Caregivers
with Parkinson advocates and authors Angela and Karl Robb
Join us at Insight Memory Care Center for this first session in Conversations with Caregivers! These sessions provide opportunity for learning and open discussion with local authors on topics of interest for caregivers of a loved one with dementia or a related memory impairment. Join us for a great morning of conversation!
RSVP
Please contact Christi Clark at christi.clark@insightmcc.org or 703-204-4664.
You can also register online at InsightMCC.org; click on the event calendar at the top right of any page.
Where?
Insight Memory Care Center
Linda and Lou Mazawey Education & Support Center
3955 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA 22030
Directions and map
ANGELA AND KARL ROBB
A culmination of over twenty years of personal experience, in A Soft Voice in a Noisy World Karl Robb provides an assortment of tips and suggestions that have made a difference in his life and benefited him in his personal struggle with PD. This guide shows how one man successfully navigated the medical gauntlet with the support of his wife and care partner, and found his answers, often in the unlikeliest of places.
Dealing and Healing is a new workbook that explores living well with a health condition from a body, mind and spirit level. It is filled with exercises designed to expand self-awareness, refresh the body, calm the mind, and bring peace to the spirit.
Many thanks to our Book Sponsors: Old Dominion Home Care
CONVERSATIONS WITH CAREGIVERS SERIES
Conversations with Caregivers is an ongoing series to provide a forum for learning and open discussion with local authors.
All sessions are FREE, and open to the public.
RESPITE
Respite care may be available by request; please notify us when registering to confirm availability.
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April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month!
In recognition of April as Parkinson’s Awareness Month several local Parkinson support groups will be sharing information about Parkinson’s to increase the understanding of the needs of someone living with Parkinson’s. This is a joint effort of the Parkinson Social Network, the Fair Oaks Parkinson’s support group and the Women with Parkinson’s Disease support group.
We’ll be at Inova’s Fair Oaks hospital from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm on the following days:
Monday, April 3 Friday, April 7
Monday, April 24 Friday, April 28
We would really love your help – people living with Parkinson’s, their families and friends – to help us on one of these days, even if it’s only for an hour, to hand out printed material and chat with staff and the visitors.
If you’d like to help, please contact Sonia Gow at Sonia@PatientsArePeopleToo.com or at (703) 378-7221.
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Wednesday, April 19, 10:00 am – 12 noon
Parkinson Social Network has a new café starting in Ashburn!
We’ll meet here on the 3rd Wednesday of each month as of April 19. Please help us spread the word to our Parkinson community friends in Loudoun county! Click here to RSVP
Location:
Tribute at One Loudoun – Welcome Center
20618 Easthampton Plaza, Ashburn, VA 20147
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Join us for our March cafe!
Monday, March 13, from 10:00 am – 12 noon
Did you know . . .
March is Professional Social Work month?
What do social workers do and why are they important to the Parkinson community? Join our friend, Nancy Fiedelman, as she leads a discussion and answers your questions about what you can expect from social workers, particularly in a hospital or long term care setting. We’d like to hear from you about your experiences. Do you have some helpful tips to share?
We’d love to see you!
People living with Parkinson’s or other related movement disorders such as Lewy Body Dementia, their carepartners, family, and friends are all welcome.
Our café is free and you’re welcome to bring (St. Patrick’s Day) munchies to share!
Download our flyer to share with friends
Where?
Insight Memory Care Center
Linda and Lou Mazawey Education and Support Center
3955 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA 22030
Directions and map
Directions: From Waples Mill Road, turn right onto Pender Drive. Then turn right at the 2nd driveway; head straight back, the road will curve around to the left and 3955 will be on your left.
See you on March 13!
Winter Weather Policy:
Our host, Insight Memory Care Center (IMCC), follows Fairfax County Public Schools with regards to weather related closures.
– When Fairfax County schools are closed because of inclement weather, IMCC will be closed.
– If Fairfax County schools have a late opening, IMCC will open on time. However, please be careful and if you have concerns about getting to your car, down your driveway, etc., please don’t take unnecessary risks.
February is . . . American Heart Month and National Chocolate Month
Monday, February 13, from 10:00 am – 12 noon
Come for the coffee, stay for the company and conversation . . .
February is . . .
American Heart Month and National Chocolate Month!
Chocolate is good for the heart and a host of other ailments (or so I’ve been told!).
Bring your Valentine and help us celebrate our love of chocolate with activities and . . . chocolate!
Winter Weather Policy:
Our host, Insight Memory Care Center (IMCC), follows Fairfax County Public Schools with regards to weather related closures.
– When Fairfax County schools are closed because of inclement weather, IMCC will be closed.
– If Fairfax County schools have a late opening, IMCC will open on time. However, please be careful and if you have concerns about getting to your car, down your driveway, etc., please don’t take unnecessary risks.
We’d love to see you!
People living with Parkinson’s or other related movement disorders such as
Lewy Body 
Dementia, their carepartners, family, and friends are all welcome.
Our café is free and you’re welcome to bring (chocolate) munchies to share! The more chocolate, the merrier!
Download our flyer to share with friends
Where?
Insight Memory Care Center
Linda and Lou Mazawey Education and Support Center
3955 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA 22030
Directions and map
Directions: From Waples Mill Road, turn right onto Pender Drive. Then turn right at the 2nd driveway; head straight back, the road will curve around to the left and 3955 will be on your left.
See you on February 13!
Join us for our first cafe in 2017!
Monday, January 9, from 10:00 am – 12 noon
Come for the coffee, stay for the company and conversation . . .
It’s that time of year again . . . time to think about being prepared in case of an emergency.
Winter snowstorms in Fairfax can be pretty disruptive, making it difficult to get out and about, but they aren’t the only kinds of emergency we may have to deal with. What is your emergency plan? Come and share your tips and stories so we can help each other be as prepared as we can be. And speaking of storms . . .
Update (1/5/17) – The Fairfax County Office of Emergency Management is providing packets of information on preparing for emergencies. Be sure to collect yours!
Winter Weather Policy:
Our host, Insight Memory Care Center (IMCC), follows Fairfax County Public Schools with regards to weather related closures.
– When Fairfax County schools are closed because of inclement weather, IMCC will be closed.
– If Fairfax County schools have a late opening, IMCC will open on time. However, please be careful and if you have concerns about getting to your car, down your driveway, etc., please don’t take unnecessary risks.
We’d love to see you!
People living with Parkinson’s or other related movement disorders such as Lewy Body Dementia, their carepartners, family, and friends are all welcome.
Our café is free and you’re welcome to bring munchies to share!
Download our flyer to share with friends
Where?
Insight Memory Care Center
Linda and Lou Mazawey Education and Support Center
3955 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA 22030
Directions and map
Directions: From Waples Mill Road, turn right onto Pender Drive. Then turn right at the 2nd driveway; head straight back, the road will curve around to the left and 3955 will be on your left.
See you on January 9!
Join us for our Christmas Cookie Cafe!
Monday, December 12, from 10:00 am – 12 noon
Come for the coffee, stay for the company and conversation . . . and cookies!
It’s our Christmas Cookie Celebration!
Bring your favorite home-baked or store bought cookies to share.
We know we have some amazing bakers and shoppers out there!
If you don’t mind sharing your recipes, I’ll post them on our website
– just click here to send me a copy by email.
We’d love to see you!
People living with Parkinson’s or other related movement disorders such as Lewy Body Dementia, their carepartners, family, and friends are all welcome.
Our café is free and you’re welcome to bring munchies to share!
Download our flyer to share with friends
Where?
Insight Memory Care Center
Linda and Lou Mazawey Education and Support Center
3955 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA 22030
Directions and map
Directions: From Waples Mill Road, turn right onto Pender Drive. Then turn right at the 2nd driveway; head straight back, the road will curve around to the left and 3955 will be on your left.
