Get In On The Fun This Parkinson's Awareness Month

We’re celebrating Parkinson’s Awareness Month with a fantastic lineup of events to raise awareness, foster community, and center joy – because life doesn’t end with a Parkinson’s diagnosis. No matter where you are you can take part, we have a mix of virtual and in-person events for you to choose from. 

DRAG BINGO FOR PRO - April 1st

Join us at The Barracks Bar in Cathedral City, CA on Saturday, April 1st, from 3-5 PM for a raunchy good time playing bingo, hosted by a local legend, the drag queen Burna Cross! The event is free to attend, but bring some cash to buy yourself a few bingo cards ($5 for one card or three for $10). Raffles, prizes, drinks, laughter, and community await. 

THE ABCs OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE - April 6th,  11th, 14th, and 17th

This presentation explores the five stages of Parkinson’s, available treatments, life plans, and potential cures in an hour long educational lecture. Learn from the expert -- Jo has been working with the Parkinson's community for over 33 years!  Join us in-person on April 6th at Mountain Villas and April 11th at Indian Wells Villas in Indian Wells, on April 14th at the Joshua Tree Community Center in Joshua Tree, or join us virtually on April 17th through the Inland Caregiver Resource Center. Details at www.parkinsonsresource.org/PAM.  

PRO ON THE MOVE ‘WALK, RIDE, AND ROLL’ – April 22nd

The Second Annual PRO on the Move 'Walk, Ride, and Roll' event! Teams across the country compete to fundraise while designing their own method of movement -- so far we have teams in Coachella Valley, Los Angeles, even the Bahamas! Creating your own team is as easy as 1, 2, 3…You just need to gather a few friends, register your team, and spread the word! Learn more at www.parkinsonsresource.org/PROontheMove.

CHOCOLATE & CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL MIXER - April 26th

We can't think of a better pairing than Chocolate & Champagne! Join us Wednesday, April 26th from 6-8 PM at the Renaissance Esmeralda in Indian Wells, CA, to close out the month with an intimate cocktail mixer featuring chocolate desserts from local artisans, a variety of champagnes, musical entertainment, a silent auction, and more.Can’t join us in person? You can still win big – we’re raffling off 12 bottles of premium champagne delivered to your door so you can ‘sip the stars at home.’ Details at www.parkinsonsresource.org/chocolateandchampagne

Proceeds from Parkinson’s Awareness Month activities will fund our FREE emotional support and practical resources for people with Parkinson’s and caregivers. Questions? Give us a call at (877) 775-4111.