Parkinson's Awareness Association of Central Indiana

Women & PD Conference
2024-07-27 11:30 - 14:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | IN
2024 Women & PD Flyer

Expert Briefing: More Than PD: Managing Multiple Chronic Conditions
2024-10-09 13:00 - 14:00 | IN
Wellness Wednesday: Expert Briefing Series
Parkinson’s is a complex disease with many symptoms that can lead to complications, such as falls and pneumonia. At the same time, people with Parkinson’s disease are at risk for other medical conditions that occur in the general population, including heart disease, arthritis, and diabetes. Learn about coordination of care, medication management and what to know to achieve the best long-term outcomes.
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Hitting Stride: Research Advances on Walking with Parkinson's
2024-10-17 12:00 - 13:00 | IN
Gait, balance and walking are common concerns for people living with Parkinson’s. In this Third Thursdays Webinar, we’re replaying a popular past webinar on this topic, with updates on the latest research advances. Join our experts as they discuss what’s new and promising in the field of gait.
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PAACI Fall Parkinson's Symposium & Caregiver Conference
2024-10-19 11:30 - 14:00 | MCL – Township Line Rd, 2370 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN, 46260, United States
Join us for our Fall Parkinson’s Symposium & Caregiver Conference
The first part of the event will be the Symposium, while the second half will be the Caregiver Conference. Please feel free to come to either part of the event or the entire event. This event is free, just purchase your own food and drink. We will have our amazing sponsors and silent auctions available for you to look at and bid on. (We take cash, checks, and credit cards.) This year’s silent auction includes some wonderful items including Christmas items and gift cards. So, please come, enjoy the speakers, and check out the silent auctions and the sponsor tables. There will also be time after each speaker to ask questions and we hope to have an amazing exercise break. And, if you’re one of the few people who’ve never eaten at MCL, you should join us for lunch; their food is great and the desserts are amazing.
About Our Speakers:
Our first speaker will be Dr. Georgia Malandraki, Professor at the Purdue Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences with a courtesy appointment in the Wheldon School of Biomedical Medicine Engineering and Research Director of the I-EAT Swallowing Research Laboratory and Clinic. Dr. Malandraki will talk to us about Swallowing Functions in PD: The latest updates on how to maintain eating safely and with pleasure.
Our second speaker will be Rhonda Ryan, Director of Memory Care at Hoosier Village and a Qualified Dementia Care Professional through the Leading Age Insititute for Excellence in Memory Care. She will talk to us about Words of Wisdom from a caregiver facilitator.
Register by calling 317-255-1993 or email Sheri at sherripaaci@yahoo.com.

The Paradox of LSVT: A Flexible Approach within Standardized Treatment
2024-12-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
LSVT treatments both employ a seemingly contradictory approach by offering a highly structured treatment protocol that can be tailored to meet individual patient needs. This paradox is at the heart of effectiveness in LSVT LOUD® speech therapy and LSVT BIG® physical/occupational therapy.
Within their core framework, LSVT treatments demonstrate remarkable flexibility for incorporating individualized goals, versatility in symptoms, adaptability to cognitive challenges, and application to various settings and delivery methods.
Additionally, the foundation of their defined yet dynamic approach lies in well-established principles of neuroplasticity. Some of these principles, which not only address immediate symptoms but also promote long-term brain changes include intensity, repetition, specificity, complexity, and saliency.
Join us to understand how the paradoxical approach of “personalized standardization” in LSVT treatments leads to improved outcomes and enhanced quality of life for individuals living with neurological conditions. Intended
Audience: Healthcare professionals, individuals living with neurological conditions and their loved ones.

APDA Virtual Parkinson’s Conference: Educate, Empower, Engage
2025-02-19 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-20 12:00 - 16:00
February 19-20, 2025
Join us for a FREE two-day event designed to educate, empower, and engage you! Perfect for people with PD, care partners, friends and family, and anyone who wants to learn more.
Register today to reserve your spot!
Why should you join us?

20+ incredible speakers, from top medical experts to people with PD ready to share their stories—you’ll get a great mix of perspectives and expertise!
Lots of opportunities for LIVE Q&A, so get your questions ready!
Concurrent sessions let you choose the topics you’re most interested in.
It’s free!

The Path to a Parkinson's Drug Approval
2025-02-20 12:00 - 13:00 | IN
Twenty new treatments have been approved since 2015 to help Parkinson’s disease (PD), bringing better options to people living with the disease. In this Third Thursdays Webinar, our expert panel will discuss the latest on the PD therapeutic pipeline and what it takes for a treatment to get FDA approval and become available to patients. Join us and have your questions answered live.
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Indiana Parkinson's Action Coalition Rally at the Indiana Statehouse
2025-03-18 09:00 - 13:00 | Indiana State Capitol, 200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN, 46204
Indiana Parkinson’s Action Coalition presents Rally at the Indiana Statehouse
Indiana State Capitol, 200 West Washington St., Indpls, (Between Capitol and Senate Ave.) Use entry off Capitol Street at Market. Please allow time to park and go through security.
This event is for anyone who cares about Parkinson’s Disease and its impact on Hoosiers is encouraged to join the dedicated non-profit agencies that hope to establish a state Parkinson’s Registry through legislation sponsored by Rep. Carey Hamilton. The rally is at the Indiana Statehouse and the General Assembly is in session. Learn about resources available to individuals and families and hear from experts.
Let’s fill the hall and remind our legislators how important this is! It is the fastest-growing neurological disease in the world when measured by death and disability and Indiana ranks 11th in the country for those related deaths.
No reservations necessary! Wear your “Tremor Time” t-shirt from PAACI or other Parkinson’s shirt!

PAACI Spring Parkinson's Symposium 2025
2025-03-22 11:00 - 14:30 | MCL – Township Line Rd, 2370 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN, 46260, United States
Hosted at MCL at Township Line Rd. (2370 W. 86th St., Indpls., IN 46260) from 11am-2:30pm.
This is a free event featuring Dr. Jason Schwalb & Lola Cook (Certified Genetics Counselor). Dr Schwalb will be discussing “When to Consider Surgery”.
We will all break for lunch at MCL after the first speaker. Everyone will pay for their own food and drinks, so get what you like.
We will also have an exercise break with Kylee Pagan, sponsor tables and a silent auction.
To register please either email sheri at sheripaaci@yahoo.com or by calling 317-255-1993.

Dine to Donate at Texas Roadhouse
2025-04-03 16:00 - 20:00 | IN
Texas Roadhouse dine to donate
Please come help PAACI raise funds by attending the Dine to Donate at Texas Roadhouse located at 9111 N. Michigan Rd., Indpls., IN.
When you come to the Texas Roadhouse at 9111 N. Michigan Rd on Thursday, April 3 between 4-8pm they will donate 10% of your total food purchase to PAACI when you show them the Dine to Donate flyer.
You must have a copy of the flyer on paper or on your phone. If you need a copy, please request one from Sheri at sheripaaci@yahoo.com or by calling 317-255-1993.

Choose to Move with IPF
2025-04-26 | IN

Fall Parkinson's Symposium
2025-09-06 11:00 - 14:30 | IN
PAACI’s Fall Parkinson’s Symposium will be Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 11-2:30pm at the North Side Events Club located at 2100 E. 71st St., Indpls.,
We are so excited this year to feature co-speakers Dr. Joanne Wojcieszek and her assistant Addie Gasper, NP who will discuss “Update on PD 2025”.
Please watch here or on our e-newsletter for more information. If you don’t currently receive our weekly e-newsletter and would like to please email Sheri at sheripaaci@yahoo.com.

Culver's Fundraiser with PAACI
2025-09-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Culver’s – Westfield, 17651 Sun Park Dr., Westfield, IN, 46074, United States
Dine at Culver’s in Westfield from 5:00-8:00p on Tuesday, Sept. 16 and a portion of the proceeds will benefit PAACI.

Parkinson's Foundation "Moving Day"
2025-09-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd, Fishers, IN, 46038, United States
Join together as a community to honor loved ones with Parkinson’s disease, raise awareness, support the life-changing work of the Parkinson’s Foundation, and celebrate movement – proven to help manage Parkinson’s symptoms. Whether you take part on a team or join as an individual, move with thousands of supporters who share a common goal — to fight Parkinson’s disease.
