Monthly news & updates

Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center 
February 2021
Clinic Update: We have been increasing the number of in-person appointments as it is safe to do so. Nevertheless, we are continuing to offer tele-health visits as well. Please reach out to your provider to address any concerns prior to canceling any upcoming appointments. A no-visitor policy remains in effect for all Northwestern Medicine outpatient clinics and facilities. Exceptions include patients with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for assistance (limited to one support person).

Vaccine Update: While we are not vaccinating people in the neurology office, NM is contacting people about opportunities to get vaccinated. To ensure you are captured in this process we encourage you to sign up for MyNM (formerly NM MyChart). Those who have a MyNM account will receive vaccine invitation through that portal. If you are not enrolled in MyNM, the invitation will come via your preferred communication method — text message, email or phone. You can learn more about MyNM and sign up at nm.org/mynm. The page also includes instructions for downloading the MyNM® app. As additional vaccines become available, information will updated at
 Parkinson’s 101: Recently Diagnosed Parkinson’s Workshop
An introduction to Parkinson’s disease, including diagnosis, common motor and non-motor symptoms, treatment and interventions. After a presentation, you will have the chance to ask your questions!

People with Parkinson’s, family members, care partners, and community members are welcome to attend.

Next Class: February 17th
Time: 4:00-5:30PM (CT)
E-mail Erin Cecchi at erin.cecchi@nm.org to register.
Video Chat
Virtual Support Groups

Please join us for our support groups and classes for individuals with Parkinson's and their care partners. We hope our offerings provide you with a place to connect, share stories, gain new perspectives, and share coping strategies with others going through similar experiences.

Please click on the title of each group to see the monthly topic and details!

Please fill out the form here to register for any of the groups and classes listed below.
E-mail Erin Cecchi at erin.cecchi@nm.org to for any questions.
1st Wednesday of the month
2:00 pm-3:00 pm

2nd Tuesday of the month 
11:30 am-12:30 pm

2nd Tuesday of the month 
2:30 pm-3:30 pm

4th Wednesday of the month
6:00 pm-7:00 pm
3rd Monday of the month
10:00 am-11:00am 

Offered at various times throughout the year 

2nd, 3rd, 4th (and 5th) Tuesday of the month
2:00 pm-3:00 pm

PD 101 
Offered at various times throughout the year 
Do you have questions about working with PD?

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a free Virtual Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling service supported by a Parkinson’s Foundation Community Grant. A vocational rehabilitation counselor can help you work through the decision about disclosing your diagnosis, requesting accommodations, or interviewing for new jobs.

Anyone in the United States with Parkinson’s disease in need of employment support is eligible. Free counseling is delivered over confidential web-based videoconference platform or telephone in English or Spanish. If you are interested in more information, please click here or contact Sydney Achler at sachler@sralab.org or (312) 238-6825.
Research Participation Opportunities at Northwestern Medicine
Email Address | 312-503-0755 | Website
IDEAS for Mental Health in Parkinson’s Disease 
Interactive Demonstrations, Education, Activities, and Support for Mental Health in Parkinson’s Disease 

This program will focus on ways for you to increase your knowledge about mental health topics in Parkinson’s disease (PD) and to develop proactive strategies to enhance your mental well-being. 

Next session: Exercise (February 6th)
Join the Parkinson’s disease (PD) community in weekly Parkinson’s wellness and education online events designed for YOU with PD Health @ Home. 

Click HERE to view the PD Health @ Home schedule for for the month of February.

Upcoming Webinar:
Motor Symptoms Co-Management: Occupational Therapy and Neurology
Date: February 9th
Time: 12-1 PM (CT)
Register: Here!

As a reminder, the Foundation has a variety of resources available to support you and the PD community, including: 
 
HELPLINE: 1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636) or helpline@parkinson.org
PD Conversations an online PD community, to connect with others living with PD and be part of a network of support.