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Cardel Homes is partnering with the Parkinson Association of the Rockies in a push-up challenge to raise funds and awareness to fight this debilitating disorder that affects over 7-10 million people worldwide.
It's as easy as 1, 2, 3... Video | Donate | Nominate
1. Video yourself doing push-ups (creativity encouraged) and upload it to Facebook and other social media platforms with the hashtag #pushups4parkinsons
2. Donate to your local Parkinson's organization
3. Nominate friends (one or many) to take the Push-ups 4 Parkinson's Challenge
The Parkinson Association staff took the challenge, now it's your turn! Get to flexing those muscles.
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Upcoming Parkinson Association Events
(Click on date for more information)
May 9: Chat with the (Parkinson's) Pros - Cheyenne, WY
Pointe Frontier Senior Living Community, 1406 Prairie Ave., Cheyenne
May 12: Ahead of the Curve - Speech & Swallowing
Broomfield Community Center | 280 Spader Way, Broomfield
May 16: Chat with the (Parkinson's) Pros - El Jebel
El Jebel Community Center, 0020 Eagle County Dr., El Jebel
May 28: Ahead of the Curve - Balance & Exercise
Central Park Recreation Center, 9651 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Denver
May 30:
Chat with the (Parkinson's) Pros - Pueblo
Pueblo Library West, 298 S. Joe Martinez Blvd., Pueblo West
May 30: Chat with the (Parkinson's) Pros - Grand Junction
Grand Vista Hotel, 2790 Crossroads Blvd., Grand Junction
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Wash Park
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Choose to Snooze
On Sunday, June 7th, join the Parkinson Association for the 13th Annual Vitality Walk in Wash Park in Denver or Sandstone Ranch in Longmont - or Choose to Snooze! Click for More Information
Our goal is to have more than 1,500 walkers promoting community awareness about Parkinson's disease and to raise over $200,000 to support the programs and services provided by the Parkinson Association.
Registration: $30/Adult | $10/Kids (5-14) | FREE/Kids (0-4)
Walk the Walk that Connects Communities and Enhances Lives
Interested in Sponsoring? Contact Kari Buchanan at
(303) 830-1839 or
email
for more information.
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Parkinson Association Updates
NEW TIME! Power Punch at Parkinson's
Saturday's | 9:15 - 10:30am & 10:30 - 11:45am
Denver Red Shield,
2915 High St., Denver
Parkinson Association is on Instagram!
Want to stay even more connected to the Parkinson Association? Make sure to follow us on Instagram at @PARockies for more updates, events and happenings.
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Get Involved to Create Awareness
Support the following events to generate awareness of Parkinson's disease and raise funds for the Parkinson Association of the Rockies.
Cycle Sea to Sea for PD | May 18th - June 28th Support Henry Prescott as he rides cross country by bike to support people living with Parkinson's. 100% of the funds raised will go directly to the GZ Sobol's Parkinson's Network, the Davis Phinney Foundation, the Parkinson Association of the Rockies, and the YMCA of Boulder Valley to be used to help improve the quality of life in people with Parkinson's Disease. Click here for more information and to support Henry's cause Gary Bass Memorial Golf Tournament | July 25th The Heritage Golf Course at Westmoor | 10555 Westmoor Dr., Westminster Join us for the 3rd Annual Gary Bass Memorial Golf Tournament and golf for a great cause. This 18-hole tournament in 4-man scramble format also includes cart, unlimited range, multiple challenges, raffle, door prizes and awards luncheon. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Parkinson Association of the Rockies' programs and services in memory of Gary Bass. (Misprint in the Spring ParkinsonVoice Newsletter - the date for this event was incorrectly printed - please note event date is Saturday, July 25th) Click here for more information and to register.
Redneck Ride for Parkinson's | August 23rd
Estes Park to Loveland
Join us for the 3rd Annual 27-mile bike ride for Parkinson's. There is no entry fee to participate. All contributions made to this event are designated to provide low-cost/scholarships for exercise and activity programs provided through the Parkinson Association for Coloradoan's with Parkinson's.
Click here for more information and to register.
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Colorado Runs for Parkinson's
Colfax Marathon
May 16th- 17th Throughout Denver The Colfax Marathon is more than just a Marathon and offers race types for every level of runner. Start training now for the 26.2 mile Colfax Marathon, 13.1 mile Half Marathon, the fast and fun 10 mile race, Urban 10 Miler or kick-off the weekend by running or walking the 5K. Get your team together for the biggest Relay in the Rockies: the 5-person Marathon Relay, Corporate Cup Relay or Government Cup Relay. The Association is a proud Annual DaVita Charity Partner of all the Colfax Marathon events. When registering, select the Parkinson Association as your Charity Partner! Click here for more information and to register.
Colorado Courage Run
Saturday, August 29th Cheesman Park | Denver Join the 3rd Annual Colorado Courage 5K Run to show your support for the nearly one million Americans who are living courageously with Parkinson's. The race is a family event; bring your kids, strollers, dogs and friends to race, jog, or walk the course! Then join us after the race to celebrate. Click here for more information and to register.
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Upcoming Community Events
NEW! Parkinson's Exercise Class
Monday's | 1:00 - 2:00pm
United Methodist Church, 3131 Osceola St., Denver
Classes are $10/class. For more information email Nikki Reese
Parkinson's Warrior
May 8 | 8:00am - 3:30pm
Ed and Ruth Lehman YMCA, 950 Lashley St., Longmont
Enjoy a day of high-intensity exercise and education for individuals with Parkinson's. The cost is $50 per participant and p
re-registration is required.
For more information or to RSVP call
(303) 684-5755
Pedaling 4 Parkinson's
June 13 | 7:00am - 5:00pm
Sweetwater Park, Lonetree
Fight the Parkinson's fight in the 6th annual Pedaling 4 Parkinson's bike ride.
Click here for more information and to register
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