A new SongShine group will be starting in Coquitlam on Tuesdays! Como Lake United Church | 1110 King Albert Avenue, CoquitlamDate: Tuesdays, October 4 - November 22, 2016 | 1:15 pm to 2:30 pmFee: $80.00 for 8 week program (Caregivers attend for free! $10 per...
Blog & News
Empower the Parkinson’s community in British Columbia by providing resources and services to enable self-management, self-reliance, and self-advocacy.
Filter posts: News | Annual Reports | Contributor’s Corner | Inspirational Stories | Media & Press | Research
Community Update to PWD Rates and Transportation Support Allowance
Aug 16, 2016 | News
Disability Alliance BC (DABC) has released a table to demonstrate the new Persons with Disabilities (PWD) benefit for the bus pass program. In June, there as an update published discussing the changes that are to begin September 1st, 2016, including the incorporation...
Local heroes join forces to fight Parkinson’s disease at Parkinson SuperWalk (Kelowna)
Aug 12, 2016 | Media & Press
This September, family, friends, and co-workers will come together for Parkinson SuperWalk in over 20 communities across British Columbia to raise awareness and funds for over 13,300 people living with Parkinson’s disease. The event, marking its 21st anniversary in...
New! YOPD & Young at Heart Support Group in Langley
Aug 10, 2016 | News
If you’ve been diagnosed with Parkinson’s, this new support group in Langley may be for you! The group aims to bring together those with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD), their carepartners and any member of the PD community who considers themselves young at...
SongShine group now offered on the North Shore
Aug 10, 2016 | News
We are pleased to share that a new SongShine group will be offered on the North Shore. Where: North Shore Stroke Recovery Centre (NSSRC) | 225 East 2nd Street, North Vancouver (map) When: Tuesday, September 27th to Tuesday, November 29th Time: 12:45pm -...
Local heroes join forces to fight Parkinson’s disease at Parkinson SuperWalk (Langley)
Aug 8, 2016 | Media & Press
This September, Parkinson SuperWalk will take place across over 20 communities in British Columbia. The event aims to raise awareness and funds for over 13,300 British Columbians living with Parkinson’s disease. Celebrating its 21st anniversary, the walk will be held...
First Sparwood Golf Tournament “fore” Parkinson’s a success!
Jul 29, 2016 | News
On July 23, members of the Sparwood community came together in memory of Joe Tracey for the First Annual Sparwood Parkinson's Golf Tournament. Organized by Merl Shelley and a team of dedicated individuals, the tournament surpassed anticipated proceeds to raise $5,260...
Participants with chronic health condition needed for Health Mentor Program at UBC
Jul 24, 2016 | News
Do you have, or do you know someone with, a chronic health condition who would be a good mentor and would like to share their expertise? Patient & Community Partnership for Education at UBC is seeking 3-4 individuals to be a part of a unique educational program in...
Vancouver vocalist, Emily Chambers, supports Parkinson Society British Columbia
Jul 14, 2016 | News
Emily Chambers is a dynamic vocalist with a sultry tone and a powerhouse range. Inspired by classic soul and R&B, she combines an old school Motown vibe with hints of hip hop and a little bit of Southern grit, to give you a fresh sound that hits you in the...