MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT JANUARY 2016

With optimism and the energy and spirit of NEW beginnings, we ring in 2016 filled with appreciation and homage to all those who support the work we do and those we serve. 25 years seems to have passed in the blink of an eye, and although we are still impatiently waiting for the CURE for Parkinson's we are truly proud of where we are as an organization and how we continue to help those so desperately needing comfort, guidance and council through the Parkinson's experience. It is our wish that some day “SOON” our phones will no longer ring with the devastating news of another person and family touched by Parkinson's, that our IN-BOX will be void of the sad news of yet another friend's passing. Committed to inspiring news, empowering information and actionable quality of life tips and hints, we bring you January's issue of Newsworthy Notes. PRO-vocative indeed, our prayer for you: “May the New Year be filled with smiles, music, dance and love for all mankind. May your days be overflowing with comfort and your heart filled with contentment.” We love you and thank you for allowing us to be with you, every day, and every month for the past 25 years.

Enjoy and find inspiration in The UPDATE ON THE ROAD TO THE CURE. Additional articles of interest and information are: FATHER OF BIOTECHNOLOGY PASSED AWAY. MEDI-CAL “SPOUSAL IMPOVERISHMENT” FIGURES FOR 2016 By: William R. Remery, Esq A surprising message that MILK may not be the best thing...NEW STUDY LINKS DRINKING MILK TO HIGHER RISK OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE and COPING WITH CAREGIVING is an article all caregivers must read. DANCING WITH OUR STARS – A Dance Experience is happening again this year and we are BLESSED to have the talented Kytti St. Amand, owner of Younger By Tonight and Champion of TWO Dancing With Our Stars awards, along with her dance partner and professional instructor, Van Spencer dance on behalf of PRO. Short and sweet is our motivational message: THE ELEPHANT ROPE. Join us in celebrating 25 years of service to the Parkinson's community and allowing us to continue making a difference in your life or the life of a loved one by donating to our efforts.

Supporting us is simple: Make monthly donations through our safe PayPal donation button or mail your donation to our office in Palm Desert, CA. Until next month, REMEMBER New Year’s Day on the 1st, Martin Luther King Day on the 18th. January’s birthstone is the Garnet. Its birth flower is the Carnation or Snowdrop. ALWAYS remember to CELEBRATE YOU and PRAY FOR OUR TROOPS!

Love, Jo Rosen

Founder & President