Support Group Leaders Gather at The Center For our 8th Annual Denim & Diamonds Gala on Friday, June 5, 2015 Mellwood Arts & Entertainment Center, 1860 Mellwood Avenue, Room 3 FEATURING: Endless Summer Band A Unique array of Silent Auction Items 6 Fabulous Live Auction Packages Plus a video highlighting the programs, classes and support groups we offer PD patients and their caregivers. We welcome anyone interested in becoming involved in the D&D Committee or sub-committee. We meet the second Wednesday of the month at 4:00 pm at our offices: February 11, March 11, April 8, and May 13, 2015. Contact Kelli Torpey for more information: [email protected] or (502) 254-3388. Save the Date! Parkinson Support Center 315 Townepark Circle, #100, Louisville, KY 40243 www.parkinsoncenter.org Support group leaders met on Friday January 16th with Allie Hanson, Community Engagement Coordinator, and other staff and board members from the Center to discuss their initiatives for the new year and how the Parkinson Support Center can help them. The support group leaders shared best practices and provided valuable insight that will aid Allie and others in supporting the Center’s 19 Support Groups and 6 Exercise Classes. Members have already offered to help provide publicity for their groups and the Center as we strive to continue to grow the number and variety of resource points available to Parkinson’s patients. For more information, you can contact Allie Hanson at 502-254-3388. What’ going on, what’s coming up and when it is going to happen! February 2015 In this Month’s edition: New Medication Management for 2015—pg. 1 Dopamine Management/Teva Neuroscience—pg. 2 Upcoming Meetings & Events—pg. 2 Dr. Jill Harmer and HR 676— pg. 3 2015 D&D Sponsors to date Event Sponsors: Barbara M. Nichols US WorldMeds Publisher’s Printing Company Silent Auction Sponsors: Copper & Kings PGA of America French Lick Resort Valhalla Golf Club Live Well Chiropractic Body Mechanics Massage Dandelion Boutique Pure Balanced Health Pilates Village Infinite Bliss Yoga Be Well Fitness & Rehab Yoga on Baxter 502 Power Yoga Work the Metal Cellar Door Chocolates Artist & Craftsman Supply Preston Arts Center Feeder’s Supply Paw’s Pet Care Pet Sitting Lotus 9 Studio LeBliss Salon & Spa Folk Art Center—Asheville, NC We expect more donations each week! For more details, visit our D&D page on our website: http://parkinsoncenter.org/8th- annual-denim-diamonds-gala/ New Medication Management Startup for 2015 The Parkinson Support Center is pleased to announce the addition of Chris Harlow, who will be leading our Medication Management 101 and 102 classes in 2015, free of charge. Chris is a Registered Pharmacist in Kentucky with Certification in Geriatric Pharmacy. He holds Professional licenses and certifications in a number of specialties, with areas of interest in Medication Therapy Management, which provides an aging population with full medication reviews and assisting with medication organization. Chris is also Director of Pharmacy Services for Community Pharmacy. In Med Management 101 – the class will feature a great deal of audience participation and activities to make the event as interactive as possible. Chris will cover topics such as basic PD medications, important points of when to notify your MD or Pharmacists, food and drug interactions, and appropriate nutritional supplements. Once again the goal is to provide the resources and tools that will aid the patient in a better understanding of the way the medicine works and how it should be taken. This should be very beneficial to the recently diagnosed Parkinson patient, and get them off on the right foot when it comes to the importance of taking medications as prescribed and on time. In Med Management 102 – Chris will arrange to hold a session which will be individualized for the patient, focusing on that persons specific needs and goals. He can also arrange through Community Pharmacy for prescription delivery to your home, Concierge Pharmacist, and other Medication Management Therapy through their two locations. This type of service is perfect for the Parkinson patient who needs additional help in staying on the medication regimen that is prescribed by the Physician, and allows for follow - up to make sure that the program is working and the patient is benefitting from the Meds. There is also a benefit to anyone who participates in Med Management 2, and uses Your Community Pharmacy as their main pharmacy. For more information, contact the Parkinson Support Center at 502 - 254 - 3388 or stop by the office at 315 Townepark Circle, Suite 100, Louisville, Kentucky 40243. CENTER HAPPENINGS Chris Harlow, PharmD, CGP facebook.com/parkinsoncenter Twitter.com/parkinsoncenter https://www.youtube.com/ ww.parkinsoncenter.org
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Support Group Leaders Gather at The Center
For our 8th Annual Denim & Diamonds Gala on Friday, June 5, 2015
Mellwood Arts & Entertainment Center, 1860 Mellwood Avenue, Room 3
FEATURING:
Endless Summer Band A Unique array of Silent Auction Items
6 Fabulous Live Auction Packages
Plus a video highlighting the programs,
classes and support groups we offer
PD patients and their caregivers.
We welcome anyone interested in becoming involved in the D&D Committee or sub-committee.
We meet the second Wednesday of the month at 4:00 pm at our offices: February 11, March 11,
April 8, and May 13, 2015. Contact Kelli Torpey for more information: [email protected] or
(502) 254-3388.
Save the Date!
Parkinson Support Center 315 Townepark Circle, #100, Louisville, KY 40243 www.parkinsoncenter.org
Support group leaders met on Friday January 16th with Allie Hanson, Community Engagement Coordinator,
and other staff and board members from the Center to discuss their initiatives for the new year and how the
Parkinson Support Center can help them.
The support group leaders shared best practices and provided valuable insight that will aid Allie and others
in supporting the Center’s 19 Support Groups and 6 Exercise Classes. Members have already offered to
help provide publicity for their groups and the Center as we strive to continue to grow the number and
variety of resource points available to Parkinson’s patients. For more information, you can contact Allie
Hanson at 502-254-3388.
What’ going on, what’s coming up and when it is going to happen! February 2015
In this Month’s edition:
New Medication Management for 2015—pg. 1
Dopamine Management/Teva Neuroscience—pg. 2
Upcoming Meetings & Events—pg. 2
Dr. Jill Harmer and HR 676— pg. 3
2015 D&D Sponsors to date
Event Sponsors: Barbara M. Nichols US WorldMeds Publisher’s Printing Company Silent Auction Sponsors: Copper & Kings PGA of America French Lick Resort Valhalla Golf Club Live Well Chiropractic Body Mechanics Massage Dandelion Boutique Pure Balanced Health Pilates Village Infinite Bliss Yoga Be Well Fitness & Rehab Yoga on Baxter 502 Power Yoga Work the Metal Cellar Door Chocolates Artist & Craftsman Supply Preston Arts Center Feeder’s Supply Paw’s Pet Care Pet Sitting Lotus 9 Studio LeBliss Salon & Spa Folk Art Center—Asheville, NC
We expect more donations each week!
For more details, visit our D&D page on our website: http://parkinsoncenter.org/8th-annual-denim-diamonds-gala/
New Medication Management Startup for 2015
The Parkinson Support Center is pleased to announce the addition of Chris Harlow, who will be leading our Medication Management 101 and 102 classes in 2015, free of charge. Chris is a Registered Pharmacist in Kentucky with Certification in Geriatric Pharmacy. He holds Professional licenses and certifications in a number of specialties, with areas of interest in Medication Therapy Management, which provides an aging population with full medication reviews and assisting with medication organization. Chris is also Director of Pharmacy Services for Community Pharmacy. In Med Management 101– the class will feature a great deal of audience participation and activities to make the event as interactive as possible. Chris will cover topics such as basic PD medications, important points of when to notify your MD or Pharmacists, food and drug interactions, and appropriate nutritional supplements. Once again the goal is to provide the resources and tools that will aid the patient in a better understanding of the way the medicine works and how it should be taken. This should be very beneficial to the recently diagnosed Parkinson patient, and get them off on the right foot when it comes to the importance of taking medications as prescribed and on time. In Med Management 102– Chris will arrange to hold a session which will be individualized for the patient, focusing on that persons specific needs and goals. He can also arrange through Community Pharmacy for prescription delivery to your home, Concierge Pharmacist, and other Medication Management Therapy through their two locations. This type of service is perfect for the Parkinson patient who needs additional help in staying on the medication regimen that is prescribed by the Physician, and allows for follow-up to make sure that the program is working and the patient is benefitting from the Meds. There is also a benefit to anyone who participates in Med Management 2, and uses Your Community Pharmacy as their main pharmacy. For more information, contact the Parkinson Support Center at 502-254-3388 or stop by the office at 315 Townepark Circle, Suite 100, Louisville, Kentucky 40243.
CENTER HAPPENINGS
Chris Harlow, PharmD, CGP
facebook.com/parkinsoncenter
Twitter.com/parkinsoncenter
https://www.youtube.com/
ww.parkinsoncenter.org
UPCOMING EVENTS
Symposium Committee Meeting
Monday, Feb. 9 at 9:00 a.m. at the Center’s office. Come help us plan the details for the 2015 Symposium. The meeting is open to the public.
Denim & Diamonds Gala Committee Meeting Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. at the Parkinson Support Center. Come join us and share your ideas as we continue planning for our June 5th gala.
Massage with Casey Shepherd
February 12, 2015 at the Parkinson Support Center. Appointments available between 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. PAID EVENT REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Casey will offer the “rock star treatment” 30-minute sessions for $30. The sessions will focus on any specific areas of concern.
“The Center” OPEN HOUSE Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2015
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Come hear about our programs and events scheduled for 2015 and meet staff and program instructors at the Parkinson Support Center.
Pints for Parkinson’s Tuesday, Feb. 24 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Join us for $ 3.00 pints of the latest and greatest beer with all the proceeds benefitting the Parkinson Support Center.
LOCATION: Gordon Biersch 400 W. 4th Street Louisville KY 40202 502-589-8935
Every March, Brackets for Good hosts
single-elimination, competitive fundraising
tournaments for nonprofit organizations.
Think of the annual, 64-team college
basketball tournament, but replace the teams with
nonprofit organizations. Parkinson Support Center is
participating!
Now, instead of scoring baskets, our tournament points are
scored by donating online at bracketsforgood.org.
($1 = 1 point). We have the opportunity to win $10,000
grand prize in addition to the money raised each round.
Starting February 27, 2015
Dopamine Management-The Evolving Land-
scape of Parkinson’s Disease. ( An Educational
Luncheon Sponsored by Teva Neuroscience)
On Saturday, January 24, Teva Neuroscience hosted a
luncheon for 30 participants featuring an open discussion
about Dopamine Management and it’s vital importance in the
management of Parkinson’s Disease. (The Guest Speaker,
Colleen Knoop, NP, with the University of Louisville
Movement Disorder Clinic and seen above with Teva
Representative David Green.)
One startling fact in the afternoon of information, keyed on
research that early diagnosis is vital, with findings revealing
many cases where as much as 80% of dopamine levels may
be lost by the time a treatment is launched.
Much audience discussion centered around medications such
as Azilect, and the treatment of the varied Parkinson’s
symptoms, with an almost non-stop question and answer
session handled deftly and thoroughly by NP Knoop. There
was some discussion about the future of treatment and what
lies ahead in research. Knoop did urge participants to search
out and participate in research studies that are being planned
for the future. The event was hosted at Embassy Suites.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The Parkinson Support
Center is looking for
volunteers to help us
with:
Denim & Diamonds
Gala
Annual Symposium
Administrative
Join us to be part of
our growing PD
community!
To qualify as a
volunteer, you:
-Must be minimum of 18
years, except eligible
high school students
may earn community
service credit for
volunteer hours served.
-Minimum of 1 day per
month available
*No paid compensation
will be provided for
volunteer work.
For information
contact
the Center at
502-254-3388
HR 676 simply put, is “The Single Payer Healthcare Solution” for Americans. Dr.
Harmer calls it “the Expanded and Improved Medicare for All”.
She says that Legislation passed in 2010 under the Affordable Care Act does not go
far enough to reform our nation’s health care system. In 2013, more than 40 million
people were uninsured. When the Affordable Care Act is fully implemented, the
Congressional Budget Office predicts that there will still be 30 million who will lack
coverage.
Jill speaks out for Kentuckians for Single Payer Healthcare, a coalition of individuals
and organizations in support of HR 676, officially titled “The Expanded and Improved
Medicare for All Act.” She maintains that passage of this legislation will provide
comprehensive universal and affordable health care under a single payer, nonprofit
system.
The legislation would also:
Replace private insurance companies with a single, streamlined public agency
that will pay all medical claims (much the way Medicare works for seniors now).
Monies going to corporate administrative costs and profits will go instead for
needed care.
Cover everyone and remain with the individual if their job is lost, they move, or
retire. Everyone may also retain their own doctors and eliminate premiums by
being publicly funded, being truly universal and there for everyone when they
need them.
For more information, go the organization’s website: www.kyhealthcare.org, or
www.pnhp.org, or contact the Center at 502-254-3388.
SINGLE PAYER NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE
Dr. Jill Harmer was a practicing Clinical Psychologist. She taught
students at IU Southeast and at Jefferson Community College. Jill
was a AA Tennis Player and world-class swimmer before she
became ill. Now she is working toward passage of HR 676.
Seeking a new Board Member We are seeking a board member to handle Treasury duties. If you have business skills with an accounting or CPA background, we can use your help. Please consider joining us and contact Erika Branch (502) 254-3388 or Chris
