Spirit Lake, Iowa — Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will offer “A Journey Through Parkinson’s Disease,” a three-session educational series, from 1 to 2 p.m. on Wednesdays, May 11, 18 and 25 at the Bedell Family YMCA in Spirit Lake. The program is free and open to the public.
Approximately 1.5 million Americans and 10 million people worldwide live with Parkinson’s Disease, and approximately 60,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed each year.
“A Journey Through Parkinson’s Disease” will provide interactive learning about Parkinson’s Disease, its symptoms, effects, possible treatments, and therapeutic activities that can be done from home. The program will be done in three 45-minute sessions once-a-week.
Organizers say participants will find support and learn about the signs of Parkinson’s Disease and how to seek medical care for themselves or a loved one. Participants will also better understand how treatments and alternative therapies can work to delay the progression of Parkinson’s Disease.
There is no charge to attend the program, but registration is requested to ensure adequate space and materials. To register, contact Sue Boettcher, Dickinson County Human Sciences Program Coordinator with ISU Extension and Outreach at 712-336-3488 or email boettche@iastate.edu.
